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February 17, 2016
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pensacon 2016 By Josh Newby Now in its third year, Pensacon continues to dominate Pensacola’s fan, nerd and entertainment landscape each February with celebrity panels and guests, gaming tournaments, out-of-thisworld vendors and partnering events happening across the city. Each year, lawyers, doctors, waiters and writers shake off the confines and limitations of their day jobs to become the Jedi, superheroes, wizards and walkers that they truly are. The event is Feb. 19 through 21 and promises to build on the established momentum of previous years. As thousands of Dr. Whos and Targaryens shuffle through the doors, ready to meet future best friends and vanquish enemies in games of Super Smash Bros. or Magic: The Gathering, behind-the-scenes staff and volunteers are working hard to make sure you can debate fan theories and pick up limitededition swag in a fun and safe environment. The team that is responsible for putting the event on must ensure the safety of 17,000 visitors; scheduling and arrival of nearly a hundred celebrity guests; facilitation for dozens of panels, events, competitions; and more. And they must do all that with a smaller staff and bigger expectations. So how do they do it all? “We rely heavily on 350 to 400 volunteers,” said Kat Bishop, director of marketing and communications. “We have volunteers assigned to tickets, celebrities, vendors and more.” They began planning 2016’s big event before 2015’s Pensacon was even over. They quickly realized that visitor and vendor interaction of concern, as last year saw an impromptu holding area for overflow when the vendor floor became overcrowded and a fire hazard. “We have a brain dump after each convention where we discuss what worked and what didn’t,” said Bishop. “The vendor floor was definitely something we talked about. We’d like people to know that there are many things happening all weekend, both at the Bay Center and in the general downtown area. By spreading the crowd out, hopefully we can avoid another bottleneck, especially during the busiest hours of 11 am
to 2 pm Saturday.” Bishop is right that there is a lot happening in Pensacola that weekend as part of the convention. This year, the staff has taken a campus approach to the celebrations. Instead of the Bay Center and Crowne Plaza being the epicenter of the action, visitors will find participating businesses and satellite events throughout the square miles surrounding the Bay Center. There’s a lip-sync battle at the Rex Theater, a silent auction to benefit Manna Food Bank, Star Wars- and Star Trek-themed parties at the Fish House and Atlas Oyster Bar, a Rocky Horror Picture Show celebration at Vinyl with some surprise celebrity guests, and more. “With the continuing growth of the event and the lack of space we face with current facilities, we’ve really had to take a ‘campus’ approach to Pensacon,” said Mike Ensley, Pensacon Ccairman. “We added the Saenger Theater as a venue in 2015 and are also adding the Rex Theater and Palafox House this year. Hopefully, this will help not only keep the crowds at a reasonable level at the Pensacola Bay Center, but also encourage attendees to visit downtown Pensacola’s restaurants, bars and shops.” These changes underscore Pensacon’s commitment to the betterment of Pensacola as a whole, not just their own event. With all of Pensacola in mind and the increasing popularity has come an enlarged sense of corporate social responsibility, as the team partners with more and more non-profits to spread the nerd love to as many organizations as possible. Businesses are wise to get into the spirit, too. The Tin Cow had the best single sales night of its existence during the first year of Pensacon, surpassed only by the second year when it hosted all manner of zombie-themed goodies in its The Walking Deadinspired burger-serving safe haven. All this goodwill adds up to about $1.4 million worth of economic stimulus over the threeday weekend. “It’s very important to us that everyone feels the positive effects of this convention,” said Bishop. Pensacon keeps the spirit of the event alive throughout the year with a number of events, like the Pop Expo. Although there was not one in 2015, Bishop said
they plan to revisit the idea for 2016. In addition, they were at the Pensacola Pelican Drop in the children’s area, raising awareness and helping kids ring in the new year as only their favorite movie and comic book characters can. Inside the Bay Center part of the convention, fans will notice a lot of logistical and administrative changes to make their experience even better. The Pensacon team has contracted with a new ticket management software company to make the check-in process easier. They’re also implanting early VIP badge pick-up on the Thursday before the con and day-of will call outside the Bay Center. “The bones of the convention will remain intact, because the heart of the event really works,” said Bishop. “We’re just making minor tweaks to make it all better.” There will be more informational signs this time, too, as well as a Pensacon 2016 app with live updates and an interactive GoPro-filmed video demonstrating the best ways to get from one end of things to the other. There will be trolleys running downtown for visitor convenience, though Bishop wanted to stress that the downtown area is very walkable and those who feel up to it should take advantage of the crisp winter air. The celebrity experience has also changed slightly, as the staff has focused less on the number of guests and more on the quality. That means that people like Michael Rooker (The Walking Dead, Guardians of the Galaxy), Michael Dorn (Star Trek), Jason Mewes (Clerks, Dogma, Mallrats), and Peter Mayhew (Star Wars) will be on hand to sign autographs, take pictures, and discuss all your favorite character moments. Fans will also be treated to some surprise guests and people from previous years and had a great experience and wanted to come back.
“For the first year, we really had to work to get celebrities, artists and authors to come,” said Bishop. “But now we’ve established a reputation of great care, transportation, hospitality and dining, and people want to come.” There is so much more to conventions like these than just events, celebrities and spacing it all out, as if that wasn’t enough. Safety is also a huge concern, and Bishop has worked to once again institute “safe spaces” at the Bay Center where cosplayers who feel
harassed or follow can go to get away from it all, feel safe, and voice complaints. “Luckily, no one had to use one last year, but we are still very much believers that cosplay is not consent,” said Bishop. “Just like we want to offer everybody an experience that speaks to them, we want to be sure they are safe in that experience.” It is for that reason that visitors are encouraged to respect security forces and the volunteers who work hard to make this a fun event for everyone. And what fun it will be, with three days jam-packed with celebration and reverence for the best fictional universes the creative minds of today have to offer. With that kind of consistent experience, it’s no surprise that tickets are going quick. The first batch of VIP tickets were gone in just five hours, but some weekend passes are still on sale for $75. If you haven’t snatched up early 2016’s hottest party ticket, you’ll want to do so soon at pensacon.com.
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News From The Bar Association
February 17, 2016
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FIRST CIRCUIT JUDICIAL NOMINATING COMMISSION ANNOUNCES APPLICANTS FOR COUNTY COURT JUDGE
The First Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission received applications from the individuals listed below to fill the county court vacancies created by appointment of Judge Thomas V. Dannheisser and Judge Darlene F. Dickey to the Circuit Court:
1. Robert C. Allen 2. Amy Price Brodersen 3. Lacey Powell Clark 4. Clinton A. Couch 5. Jonathan P. DuBose 6. Jeremy Dubyak 7. Christopher Alexander Ferry 8. Michelle A. Inere 9. Patrick S. Martin 10. Anne M. “Amy” McBride 11. Andrew McGraw 12. Thomas F. McGuire III
13. Jeremiah Charles Monahan 14. Charles Dana Morris 15. Charles V. Peppler 16. Ronald Scott Ritchie 17. Charles Russell 18. Lawrence C. Schill 19. Clara E. Smith 20. Kerra Arneicie Smith 21. David L. Stevens 22. Anna Lee Uniacke 23. Steven C. Warrick 24. Charles P. Young
In its effort to select the most qualified applicants for nomination to Governor Scott, the Judicial Nominating Commission asks members of the legal community and the public to provide pertinent information (based on personal knowledge), regarding any applicant. Information about applicants may include, but is not limited to, the following: 1. Personal attributes such as integrity, moral conduct, and ethics. 2. Competency and experience, which would include professional reputation, knowledge of the law, and knowledge of and experience in court. 3. Judicial capabilities such as patience, decisiveness, courtesy, civility, temperament, and respect. Information and comments may be addressed to Todd Harris, Chair, First Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission, McDonald Fleming Moorhead, 719 S. Palafox Street, Pensacola, Florida 32502, rtharris@ pensacolalaw.com, or you may contact any member of the commission with your comments. A list of commissioners is available on The Florida Bar website (www.floridabar.org). Comments must be received before 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 26, 2016, in order to be considered by the Commission.
LABARGA BECOMES FIRST FLORIDA CHIEF JUSTICE TO SUCCEED HIMSELF IN MORE THAN A CENTURY On July 1, 2016 Florida Supreme Court Justice Jorge Labarga will become the state’s first chief justice to succeed himself in that office since the end of the Civil War. The other members of the Florida Supreme Court chose Labarga to serve a second
two-year term as chief justice and administrative head of the state judicial branch starting in July. No Florida chief justice has succeeded himself in office since Charles H. DuPont in 1865. “My second term will continue the work started during
the first — especially the efforts of the Access to Civil Justice Commission and implementation of both our new long-range plan and the first comprehensive statewide communications plan developed for the state courts system,” Labarga said.
THE FLORIDA BAR SEEKS APPLICANTS FOR SUPREME COURT’S COMMISSION ON PROFESSIONALISM Supreme Court’s Commission on Professionalism: Five lawyers to serve four-year terms on this 23-member commission commencing July 1, 2016. The Commission acts as a steering and long-range planning commission for the creation and implementation of programs promoting the ideals and goals of professionalism, oversees the development of judicial professionalism programs
and the teaching of professionalism in law schools. In addition, it establishes the policies of the Bar’s Center for Professionalism and acts as the Center’s governing board. Persons interested in applying for this vacancy may download the application from the Bar’s website, www.floridabar. org, or should call Bar headquarters at (850) 561-5757, to obtain an application
APPLICANTS SOUGHT FOR FLORIDA BOARD OF BAR EXAMINERS Florida Board of Bar Examiners Vacancies: Lawyer applicants are being sought to fill two vacancies on the Florida Board of Bar Examiners. A joint screening committee of Board of Governors members and Board of Bar Examiners members will recommend six nominees for two lawyer vacancies at its May 20, 2016 meeting. The nominations will then be forwarded to the Supreme Court to fill two fiveyear terms commencing Nov. 1, 2016 and expiring on Oct. 31, 2021. Attorneys applying must have been members of The Florida Bar for at least five years. They must be practicing lawyers with scholarly attainments and have an affirmative interest in legal education and requirements for admission to the Bar. Appointment or election to the bench at any level of the court system will disqualify any applicant. Law professors or trustees are ineligible.
Board members of the Bar Examiners must be able to attend approximately ten meetings a year in various Florida locations. Members should be willing and able to devote the equivalent of 3-4 days’ work a month, or up to 350 or more hours per year on Board business, depending on committee assignments. Actual travel expenses connected with the meetings and examinations are reimbursed. Persons interested in applying for these vacancies should contact Tara Newman, Director of Administration, Florida Board of Bar Examiners, at 850-6815707 or NewmanT@flcourts.org to obtain the application form. Completed applications must be received by the Executive Director, 1891 Eider Court, Tallahassee, Florida 323991750 by the close of business on Friday, March 25, 2016. A link to the application can also be found, on The Florida Bar’s website at www.floridabar.org.
THE BENCH AND BAR PROFESSIONALISM COMMITTEE JANUARY 2016
DID YOU KNOW?
From the First Circuit Local Professionalism Panel. The First Circuit Professionalism Committee was established in response to an Order of the Florida Supreme Court for each Circuit to constitute a professionalism Committee. The Chair of the First Circuit Professionalism Committee is appointed by the Chief Judge of the First Circuit. The Chair appoints the members to the Committee. The purpose of the First Circuit Professionalism Committee is to promote and encourage professional behavior by the lawyers practicing in the First Circuit. If you have questions about the functions of the Professionalism Committee or the assistance that is available from the Committee, please contact the Honorable Patricia Grinsted or the Honorable Ross Goodman or any member of the Committee. A good start for any attorney who has questions about the propriety of the attorney's conduct or that of other members of the Bar is to consult the "Professionalism Expectations" adopted by the Florida Bar Standing Committee on Professionalism. In the future we will ask the local bar association to publish additional "Did You Know" articles on frequent issues or questions that arise in the course of our practice and concern recurring discovery and other issues encountered in our practice. “To opposing parties and their counsel, I pledge fairness, integrity, and civility, not only in court, but also in all written and oral communications.”
form. Completed applications must be submitted to the Executive Director, The Florida Bar, 651 East Jefferson Street, Tallahassee, Florida, 32399 no later than the close of business on Friday, March 25, 2016. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the required application. The Board of Governors will review all applications and may request telephone or personal interviews.
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Great Southern Restaurants Welcome Pensacon The Fish House, Atlas Oyster House and the Deck Bar are pleased to once again join forces with Pensacon, Pensacola’s Comic Convention, to present five nights of themed décor, music, photo opportunities and fun at one giant complex. The entire complex will be decked out in three different Pensacon themes Wednesday, Feb. 17 through Sunday, Feb. 21, 2016. The Fish House will be transformed into Harry Potter’s Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Atlas will feature the world of Star Trek and the Deck Bar will be transformed into the Cantina from Star Wars. Wednesday, Feb. 17: Pensacon Ladies Night and Trivia and Cosplay Contest at the Cantina Deck Bar
8 pm – Until close DJ Tony will be in the house and we will be serving up $2 youcall-it drinks for ladies 5 pm to close as well as special Pensacon cocktails. In addition, we will be hosting a Pensacon Trivia Contest and Cosplay Costume Contest with hundreds in giveaways. Trivia begins at 8 pm along with Cosplay registration. At the conclusion of Trivia, the Cosplay Costume Contest will begin. The contest will be judged by Pensacon’s own Steve Wise and Kat Bishop along with the 501st’s LaVonne French. Registration begins at 8 pm with judging at 10 pm. Thursday, Feb. 18: Celebrity VIP Pensacon Party on the Deck Bar Holodeck. 8 pm – Until close This party is open to all
Pensacon VIP badge holders. For more information, please visit pensacon.com. Friday, Feb. 19 – Sunday, Feb. 21 7 pm – Until close (each night) The fun continues throughout the weekend with all of the restaurants in the complex decked out in Pensacon themes with dozens of fun, photo opportunities. Each night AnyDayDJ starting at 7 pm with special drink features in each venue, photo opportunities, and more. Fish House – Harry Potter “Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry” The Fish House will be transformed into Hogwarts with potions, quidditch, wands, and Diagon Alley with our entire team joining in the fun!
“The Devil’s Horn”
Hits the Right Notes at PSC Book Talk Local musician, Thom Botsford, hits the right notes as he combines saxophone selections with a discussion of “The Devil’s Horn” by Michael Segell at Pensacola State College’s monthly Book Talk at 2 pm on Wednesday, Feb. 17. The public is welcome to this free, informal event at the Edward M. Chadbourne Library, Building 20 on the Pensacola campus, 1000 College Blvd. A question and answer session follows the presentation. Botsford says he is indebted to Segell for helping him understand why he has been drawn to the saxophone for most of his life. “Segell’s book makes the point that no other wind instrument has penetrated and made itself essential to 20th century music more than the saxophone–from the Roarin’ 20s scene to bebop, rock, Latin, blues and soul music, to name a few,” he explains.
“The character of the instrument is seductive, itching for a fight, eager to lead its followers astray, always poking its bell into other people’s business.” Botsford’s presentation
explores Segell’s treatment of the history of the saxophone, invented by Adolphe Sax in the early 1840s; the influence of the sax on various music styles; and of course, the contributions of saxophone giants such as Stan Getz, Archie Shepp, John Coltrane and Charlie Parker. While enjoying professional success as a journalist and communications professor at PSC, Botsford clearly loves his avocation as a saxophonist. He says the sax has kept him jamming and gigging, playing rock, jazz, and rhythm and blues from Montgomery, Alabama to Pensacola for more than 40 years. During the music portion of his presentation, Botsford will be accompanied by pianist Chris Saunders, a long-time musician who was a regular in Al Hirt’s band. For more information, call the PSC Edward M. Chadbourne Library at 850-484-2013.
Pensacola International Airport Goes Galactic: Airport Launches Pensacon Welcome Campaign The Pensacola International Airport and Pensacon partnered once again to “Welcome Guests from All Galaxies” during the month of February leading into the 2016 Pensacon (Pensacola Comic Con) convention scheduled for Feb. 19-21. “We are excited to continue our partnership with the airport this year,” said Kat Bishop, marketing director for Pensacon. “Some of the most wellestablished comic conventions in the country partner with the major airports in their cities; we received an overwhelmingly positive response from the airport’s progressive, fun approach to marketing.” Throughout the airport, visitors will see Pensacola Intergalactic Airport logos and signage throughout the terminal highlighting iconic characters and welcome messages. The goal of the campaign is to create a welcoming and engaging atmosphere for Pensacon guests,
celebrities and the public and to increase awareness about the airport as a gateway into Pensacola. “When we changed the airport’s name for the first time last year, we heard from a lot of people—passengers, citizens, friends, officials from other cities—supporting the campaign and enjoying the energy and creativity,” said Daniel Flynn, interim airport director. “Social media and traditional media embraced our promotion and people across the country had great impressions of our airport as well as our city.” “Pensacola Intergalactic Airport is such a perfect partner for Pensacon,” said Pensacon chairman Mike Ensley. “The airport has created an atmosphere that makes you feel like you’ve already arrived at Pensacon. Our guests and agent representatives were amazed at the transformation and how well they were treated not only at
the airport but across the entire city. In 2015, Pensacon had an estimated 20,000 attendees and had an economic impact of $3.8 million. Our numbers are up for 2016 and we are expecting 30,000.” Owned and operated by the City of Pensacola, Pensacola International Airport (PNS) is the largest airport between New Orleans and Jacksonville. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Silver Airways, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines provide nonstop service to 11 destinations. Pensacola International Airport accommodates more than 1.5 million passengers per year and generates an annual economic impact of over $565 million. Pensacon is an all-inclusive pop culture convention for the fan community, spanning the genres of comics, anime, sci-fi, horror, gaming and fantasy. In 2014, an estimated 17,000 people attended the convention with a direct economic impact of $1.4 million.
2016 Gumbo Ya-Ya Cook-Off Benefitting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida On Feb. 27, 2016 in Phineas Phogg’s at Seville Quarter, amateur and professional teams will compete for bragging rights for the best Gumbo in Pensacola. Each individual Gumbo will be judged on taste, smell, color and consistency. Trophies will be awarded to the top three winners. In addition, there is a showmanship trophy (decoration and entertainment) and the coveted People’s Choice trophy. Entry to the competition is $20 per three-person team and is limited to fifteen teams. Seville
Quarter supplies tables, burners and a clean-up area. Each team must prepare their gumbo “from scratch” at Seville Quarter. Cooking begins at 11 am and the judging begins at 4 pm. The public tasting is from 4 to 6 pm and the cost is $10 in advance or $15 per person at the door with the proceeds going to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida. For more information or to register your team phone Buck Mitchell at 850-434-6211 or buck@rosies.com. Interested in sponsorship opportunities, email
Natalie Chism at Big Brothers Big Sisters at nchism@bbbsnwfl.org. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida has been the area’s leader in one-to-one youth service for 27 years by providing caring, adult mentors to children. Their mission is to help children reach their potential through professionally supported, positive relationships that have a direct and lasting impact on the lives of everyone involved. Last year, Big Brothers Big Sisters served 635 children in Northwest Florida.
Want a selfie with a life-size dementor? How about a photo with your own “Have you seen this wizard?” poster? Are you curious about which Hogwarts house you would be placed in – the Sorting Hat will be at the Fish House. Drink specials at the Fish House include The Goblet of Fire, Veritaserum, Butterbeer and more. Atlas – Star Trek Scenes Atlas will be transformed into scenes from Star Trek with a galaxy that will take you beyond the final frontier! Want your picture taken with authentic props from the motion picture? Atlas will showcase a life-size original Borg movie prop as well as original translights from the deck of the Starship Enterprise as well an original movie prop of
the ship. Drink specials at Atlas include The James Tea Kirk, Mind Meld, Spock’s Mojito and the Warp Core Breach. Deck Bar – Star Wars Cantina The Deck Bar will be transformed into the Star Wars Cantina featuring – singers performing every hour, Han in Carbonite, etc. Drink specials at the Deck Bar Cantina include The Jedi, Han Shot First, The Sith, Bantha Milk and more! Four blocks away from the Pensacola Bay Center, The Fish House, Atlas Oyster House and The Deck Bar are the place to be in Downtown Pensacola to celebrate Pensacon. You never know which celebrity guests might stop in. For more information, please visit greatsouthernrestaurants.com.
First City Art Center Pop-Up on Palafox Gallery Night
This month’s Gallery Night on Friday, Feb. 19, marks the first viewing day of the special exhibition First City Artists at the Pop-Up on Palafox Gallery at 15 South Palafox St., next door to New York Nicks. The Pop Up show will highlight artists who make their work locally and instruct classes and workshops at the First City Art Center (FCAC). Artists featured will include local glass artist Joe Hobbs, master potter Ben Twingley, painter Karin Gudmundson, glass fellow John Shoemaker, and ceramicist Jonathan Kusnerek.
Stop by the Pop-Up on Palafox Gallery to learn more about First City Art Center. FCAC will have an information table and staff available to talk about FCAC’s programs and events. FCAC is now accepting early bird sign-ups for Creatisphere summer camp and the Pop-Up Gallery will feature several of the artists teaching this year’s camp. There will be an art station for kids, so parents can view the gallery while the kids create. The pop up is a temporary gallery space provided by Mr. and Mrs. Bob Switzer, who are generous patrons of the arts.
UWF Department of Music presents the Symphonic Band in Concert The UWF Music Department will present the Symphonic Band in concert on Tuesday, Feb. 23 at 7:30 pm. The concert will be held at Pensacola Little Theatre in Historic Downtown Pensacola. The UWF Symphonic Band is happy to be presenting its first concert of the spring semester. The concert will feature “Symphony No. 1 The Lord of the Rings” for wind orchestraby Johan DeMeij. This is a monumental five-movement work written for band based on
the J.R.R Tolkien trilogy of the same title. The five movements depict Gandalf the wizard, The Elevenwood, Gollum, The Journey in the Dark and the Hobbits. Also on the program will be “Kirkpatrick Fanfare” by Andrew Boysen Jr. and “Aurumque” by Eric Whitacre. This event is free and open to the public, but tickets are required. For more information or to reserve tickets, please contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Box Office at 850-857-6285.
CODE: Debugging the Gender Gap “With tech jobs plentiful and lucrative, why is the supply/ demand ratio so skewed? Well, the tech industry is missing half the population.” CODE documentary is a relevant and timely documentary exploring why more American women and minorities do not pursue careers in computer science, despite high demand and lucrative job opportunities. The film highlights breakthrough efforts that are producing more diverse programmers and shows how a critical gender gap can be
closed. CODE asks: what would society gain from having more women and minorities code, and how do we get there? The Pensacola premiere film screening of “CODE: Debugging the Gender Gap” will be on Thursday, Feb. 18 at Carmike Bayou 15 Cinema (5149 Bayou Blvd.) A minimum number of tickets must be sold before Carmike will show this film, so show your support of this event by purchasing your tickets today. The cost is $12 per ticket, and may be purchased online at tinyurl.com/codepensacola.
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Capitol News
February 17, 2016
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PROJECTS ADD HOMETOWN FLAVOR TO BUDGET TALKS By Jim Turner The News Service of Florida From muck removal to paying for a dolphin pool or beef advertising, the House and Senate have a lot to hash out as they negotiate a roughly $80 billion spending plan for next year. The Senate last week approved a package (SB 2500) that stands at $80.97 billion, while the House’s spending plan (HB 5001) comes in at $79.98 billion. As the two chambers work out the differences, attention will focus on how much will be spent on areas such as education and the environment and on whether Gov. Rick Scott gets all of his requested $1 billion in tax cuts and $250 million for economicdevelopment incentives. But the two 400-plus-page budget plans are filled with specific items for local groups, parks, theaters and museums that may be minor in the overall proposals but important to someone, including to lawmakers who want to take home money for projects and programs. Here are examples of some of the differences: HERE’S THE BEEF The Senate wants to kick in $7.86 million for agriculture promotion, which would be separate from issues both chambers are supporting, such as $150,000 that alligator farmers put up for alligator marketing. The House has $12.61 million slated for the state agriculture promotional campaign, of which $2 million would expand uses of beef and beef products and
strengthen the market position in-state tourism campaign. The of Florida’s cattle industry in the Senate is offering $2 million for state and nationally. the marketing contract with the Tallahassee-based hospitality BAD FRUIT trade association. The impact of citrus greening disease on the orange CULTURAL ARTS and grapefruit industry gets The House is proposing most of the attention and state $15.76 million for cultural and funding. Meanwhile, the redbay museum grants, with direction ambrosia beetle is spreading a that $600,000 go to the U.S. fungus that is killing avocado Space Walk of Fame Museum trees. To combat the beetle, the in Titusville and $600,000 for House is putting up $150,000 the Florida Orchestra residency to remove and destroy infested program. avocado trees acting as hosts and The Senate plan includes breeding factories for pests and $15.7 million for such grants, disease. The Senate has budgeted designating some of the money $500,000. for South Florida organizations, including the Spady Museum, FARM AID $20,000, and Adrienne Arsht The House wants to Center performing arts program, spread $4.3 million in local- $65,000. government grants to a number of agricultural promotion and MORE FLORIDA CULTURE education facilities, including In another budget line $670,000 for the Central Florida specifying local-government Fair; $500,000 for the Hendry grants for cultural facilities, the County Fair and Livestock Senate is proposing $1 million Show; $450,000 for the Manatee to both the Norton Museum of River Fair Association; and Art in West Palm Beach and the $400,000 to the Walton County Tampa Theatre facility master Fair Association. The Senate plan. The House has countered has countered by setting aside with $150,000 for the Norton $500,000 for such grants, and $500,000 for the Tampa without naming who would get Theatre. the cash other than to say that up The Senate also would put to 10 percent of the money may up $1 million to help construct be used for administrative costs a dolphin pool at the Clearwater for the Florida Horse Park in Marine Aquarium, $175,000 Ocala. for the New Smyrna Beach East Coast Surf Museum and STAYCATIONS $395,000 for the expansion of While both the House and the Dunedin Museum. Senate plan to direct $80 million The House wants to use to Visit Florida, the state’s some of the money for the public-private tourism agency, Florida Holocaust Museum the House is offering $1.8 million in St. Petersburg, $250,000; for Visit Florida to contract the Polk Museum of Art in with the Florida Restaurant and Lakeland, $150,000; the USS Lodging Association to craft an Adams Museum in Jacksonville,
LOBBYING FIRMS PULL IN CASH AS YEAR ENDS By Jim Saunders The News Service of Florida Lobbying firms collected more than $30 million during the final three months of 2015 for their legislative work — and topped $130 million for the year, according to estimates posted online Monday. The payments to lobbyists from Oct. 1 to Dec. 31 came as the Capitol prepared for an unusually early 2016 legislative session, which started Jan. 12. A report posted on a state website Monday — a day after lobbying firms were required to file compensation reports — estimated that lobbyists were paid $30.9 million for fourthquarter legislative work. That compared with an estimated $28.15 million during the same time period in 2014. Similarly, a cumulative estimate for all of 2015 totaled nearly $131.5 million, up almost $12 million from s similar estimate in 2014, according to the reports. Lobbying firms are required each quarter to file reports that give a picture of how much they were paid by clients. But in most cases, the exact amounts paid to firms are unknown because the reports list compensation in ranges, with the estimates based on the midpoint in each range. For example, a firm could report receiving $10,000 to $19,999 from a client, with the estimate at $15,000. But this much is clear: Four firms — Ballard Partners, Capital City Consulting, Ronald L. Book PA and Southern Strategy Group — each reported getting paid at least $1 million
during the fourth quarter for their legislative work. Another 10 firms reported getting paid between $500,000 and $999,999, and 15 firms reported getting paid between $250,000 and $500,000. Hundreds of other lobbyists and firms reported earning smaller amounts. Some of the firms that pulled in the most money got large chunks from clients in industries such as gambling, sugar and health care. For instance, the firm Greenberg Traurig, which reported an overall total of $500,000 to $999,999 for the quarter, was paid $69,000 by the Seminole Tribe of Florida. The tribe negotiated a proposed $3 billion gambling deal with Gov. Rick Scott’s administration late last year but still needs legislative approval. As another example, the firm Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, which reported an overall total of $500,000 to $999,999, was paid $63,000 by United States Sugar Corp. The sugar company, which also paid $50,000 to Ballard Partners, is always a major player in Tallahassee, and lawmakers this session have taken up water-policy and funding issues that affect agricultural lands in the southern part of the state. Among the large payments in the health-care industry, the lobbying firm The Rubin Group reported receiving $56,000 from HCA, which operates hospitals throughout the state. Overall, The Rubin Group reported earning $500,000 to $999,999 during the quarter.
BOAT RAMPS Both the House and Senate have allocated $750,000 for boat ramp maintenance. The House, unlike the Senate, directs the money to two projects: the Lauderdale Lakes water pollutant reduction boat ramp system, $250,000; and the LAGOON MUCK Niceville public landing and The House is proposing $21.5 bayou restoration access facility, million for Brevard County to $500,000. remove muck from the central and northern Indian River FOGGY ROADS Lagoon and the Banana River. As part of an outlay for trafficAs part of the funding, Brevard engineering consultants, the County would have to put up House is proposing $1.5 million $1.5 million for the Indian River for the continued development Lagoon Research Institute at of multi-level fog monitoring Florida Institute of Technology stations. to assess environmental benefits from the project. The muck RIVERWALKS AND removal and study are not RODEOS outlined in the Senate plan. Under community development, the Senate has put OYSTERS up $1 million for the Bradenton With the oyster industry Tournament Sports Park, while struggling in Northwest Florida, the House has offered $125,000. the House has set aside $560,000 The Senate has also proposed to plant oysters and $250,000 for $100,000 for the Bergeron oyster cultch material research Rodeo Arena refurbishment in at the Wakulla Environmental Davie. The House has $250,000 Institute to determine which listed for Hendry County material is most effective for Fairgrounds Rodeo Complex oyster population revitalization. renovations. The Senate is pitching $5.2 The House also has $33,000 million for the oyster planting. going to large dog kennels and dog runs for the Humane FISH TIRES Society in Brevard County The House has put up $1.8 and $3 million for the Historic million for new technologies to Cocoa Village Playhouse complement the hand removal of parking structure. tires from the Osborne Reef off Broward County, where tires had The Senate is listing been put in the ocean in the hope $1 million for the Brevard of creating new fish habitat. The Zoo, $500,000 for the Coral money will also go to a study on Springs Aquatic Complex pool the environmental benefits of refurbishment, $198,048 for the the tire removal program. The Milton Riverwalk and $250,000 Senate is offering $900,000 for for the Port St. Lucie Riverwalk Boardwalk extension. the removal of the tires. $125,000; the Orlando Science Center, $200,000; the Military Museum of South Florida in Miami-Dade County, $250,000; the Navy SEAL Museum in Fort Pierce, $100,000; and the African Museum of Arts and Culture in Miami Gardens, $110,000.
EDUCATION BILLS LINED UP IN HOUSE The News Service of Florida The Florida House this week could pass a series of education bills that range from trying to provide more school choice to families to ensuring children have time for recess. House members will take up the bills during a floor session Wednesday and could pass them Thursday, according to a calendar of bills approved Monday by the Rules and Calendar Committee. Some of the bills are part of a push by Republican leaders to encourage school choice and bolster charter schools. As an example, the House is slated to take up a bill (HB 669), filed by Rep. Chris Sprowls, R-Palm Harbor, that would allow parents to send their
children to any public schools in the state that have not reached capacity. Supporters say the bill would give more options to families who live in areas with subpar schools. The bills going before the House also would touch on a series of other education issues. For instance, the House will consider a proposal (HB 287), filed by Rep. Manny Diaz Jr., R-Hialeah, and Sprowls that would create a pilot program to give principals more autonomy in running schools. Also, the House will consider a proposal (HB 833), filed by Rep. Rene Plasencia, R-Orlando, and Rep. Bob Cortes, R-Altamonte Springs, that would require districts to provide at least 20 minutes a day of recess to elementary-school children.
SENATORS BACK ‘SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY’ TAX HOLIDAY Pointing to benefits for consumers and businesspeople, a Senate committee Tuesday approved a bill that would create a tax “holiday” on the Saturday after Thanksgiving for small businesses. The bill (SB 1236), filed by Sen. Rene Garcia, R-Hialeah, mirrors part of a broader tax-cut bill that passed the House last week. The measure would apply to small businesses on Nov. 26, dubbed “Small Business Saturday,” during
one of the busiest shopping times of the year. Customers would not have to pay sales taxes when they purchase items that cost $1,000 or less from small businesses. A Senate staff analysis said the bill would lead to $29.7 million in lost revenue for the state and $6.9 million for local governments. The Finance and Tax Committee approved the bill, which is now ready to go to the Senate Appropriations Committee.
HOUSE READY TO MOVE ON DEATH PENALTY CHANGES Taking an approach backed by prosecutors and Attorney General Pam Bondi, the Florida House on Wednesday is slated to take up a bill that would revamp the state’s death-penalty sentencing system. Lawmakers are hurrying to make changes after the U.S. Supreme Court on Jan. 12 ruled that the current system is unconstitutional because it gives too much power to judges, instead of juries, in sentencing defendants
to death. The House and Senate agree on a key part of addressing the Supreme Court ruling --- requiring that jurors be unanimous in deciding that at least one “aggravating” factor exists before a defendant can be eligible for the death penalty. But the two chambers are divided on a high-profile issue about whether jurors should be required to be unanimous in recommending to judges that death sentences
be imposed. In the past, Florida has required only majority recommendations. The House, with support from prosecutors and Bondi, wants to move to a 9-3 vote, while the Senate wants to require a unanimous recommendation. The House is slated to take up its bill (HB 7101) during a floor session Wednesday afternoon, according to a calendar of bills approved Monday by the Rules and Calendar Committee.
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Lemon Blueberry Pancakes Recipe courtesy of Silk
Versatile soy adds variety, boosts nutrition Family Features
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hether you’re looking to scale back on animal products or simply want to add some variety to your cooking repertoire, soy may be your solution. Soy is the only plant with protein comparable to meat, eggs and dairy, and it provides health benefits, including heart, muscle and bone strength. It is also the only protein recognized by the FDA for its role in reducing cholesterol and risk of heart disease. If you’re uncertain how to cook with soy, you may be surprised by the diverse ways you can incorporate this nutrient-rich food into your meals and snacks. As these recipes show, it’s easy to cook with soy throughout the day, from fluffy breakfast pancakes to a fresh take on hummus or a delicious tofu dinner loaded with flavor. In addition to the nutrition benefits and versatility, soy uses fewer natural resources, such as water and land, than any other protein source, so you can feel good about making it a star ingredient in your kitchen. Find more recipes and inspiring ideas for cooking with soy at soyfoods.org.
Edamame Hummus Recipe courtesy of United Soybean Board
Makes: 14 2-tablespoon servings 2 cups shelled edamame, cooked according to package directions 1/4 cup soybean oil 3 tablespoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons garlic, chopped 3/4 teaspoon cumin, ground 1/2 teaspoon salt In food processor, puree edamame, oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin and salt for 30 seconds, scraping sides twice, until almost smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Serving tips: Serve with pita triangles, crackers, baguette or raw vegetables. Nutrition information per serving: 60 calories; 2 g protein; 3 g carbohydrate; 1 g dietary fiber; 5 g fat (0 g saturated fat); 0 mg cholesterol; 90 mg sodium.
Surprising Uses for Soy Looking for creative ways to incorporate more soy into your diet? You may be surprised by all the ways you can build delicious snacks and meals around this plant protein: Tofu: extra-firm replaces meat protein in recipes such as grilled kabobs and sandwiches, or use soft or silken in place of mayonnaise and sour cream in creamy dishes, such as soups and dips. Edamame: serve these green soybeans in the pod for an appetizer or add to dishes, such as chili or stir-fry, for protein-packed flavor and texture. Soymilk: ideal for beverages such as smoothies and lattes, over cereal and in cooked dishes, such as puddings or custards. Dairy alternatives: a wide range of dairy-free products are available, including soybased “yogurt,” “cheese” and frozen desserts. Soy crumbles: perfect for chili, spaghetti sauce and tacos, this “veggie ground” contains 75 percent less fat than ground beef. Soy flour: improves taste and texture and elevates the nutrition profile when mixed with wheat flour.
Serves: 6 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon egg replacer 1/4 teaspoon salt pinch of ground nutmeg 1 1/2 cups plain soy yogurt alternative 1/4 cup vegetable oil, divided 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups blueberries, divided maple syrup Whisk together flour, baking powder, egg replacer, salt and nutmeg; set aside. In separate bowl, whisk together yogurt alternative, 2 tablespoons oil, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest and vanilla; stir into flour mixture until just combined (batter will be lumpy). Let stand for 15 minutes. Heat large, non-stick skillet over medium heat; brush with remaining oil. Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake into skillet, leaving space between each pancake. Add 1 tablespoon blueberries to each pancake. Cook in batches for about 2 minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface; flip and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown and set in the center. Wipe skillet between batches. Store prepared pancakes in warm oven until ready to serve. Serve pancakes with remaining blue berries and maple syrup. Nutrition information per serving: 260 calories; 6 g protein; 34 g carbohydrate; 2 g dietary fiber; 11 g fat (1 g saturated fat); 0 mg cholesterol; 230 mg sodium.
Grilled Balsamic Tofu with Cauliflower Cilantro Rice and Avocado Recipe courtesy of House Foods
Serves: 4 1 package firm or extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed well 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil salt and pepper, to taste 1 medium head of cauliflower, grated 1 bunch cilantro, roughly chopped 1 avocado, sliced Sriracha Mayo 2 tablespoons reduced fat mayonnaise 1/2 teaspoon lime juice 1/2 teaspoon sriracha sauce 1/4 teaspoon minced garlic or garlic paste Slice tofu into 1/2-inch slices and set aside. In bowl, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper. Pour over tofu and marinate for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, mix together all ingredients for Sriracha Mayo. Grill marinated tofu 3 minutes on each side. In large bowl, combine cauliflower and cilantro. Separate mixture into four serving bowls. Top with grilled tofu and sliced avocado. Serve with Sriracha Mayo. Nutrition information per serving: 290 calories; 12 g protein; 18 g carbohydrate; 7 g dietary fiber; 15 g fat (2.5 g saturated fat); 0 mg cholesterol; 160 mg sodium.
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Going Old School: Five Tried and True Sales Methods You Should Still Be Using in the 21st Century By Tim Brown and Dan Streeter Make no mistake; the world of sales is changing. Technology seems to be driving the sales vehicle in today’s society, but it’s the old school, tried and true, consultative techniques that separate the good from the great sales professional. When we discuss old school techniques, we reminisce on our old school heroes such as Zig Ziglar, Harvey McKay, and Dale Carnegie who taught the world a few fundamental rules of sales, which can be encapsulated primarily by this one statement, which will always be true: People buy from people they like and trust. As painstakingly obvious as that cardinal rule of sales is, there’s a diamond hard kernel of truth inside it that many salespeople overlook. The ability to cultivate and sustain trust with people is the X factor that the best sales professionals rely upon to consistently excel at what they do. Trust is a sales professional’s most valuable currency. There are five old school techniques to master, which will help you to build trust: 1. Remember, you are ALWAYS selling: Whether you are in front of a huge client, at the grocery store, or posting your favorite beach photo on Facebook, you are always selling. Be aware of the image you are portraying and have alignment with your professional and personal image. Maintaining a personal brand of trust is a 24/7/365 proposition. People will keep a mental file on you. Every action, word, and interaction with people goes into the lasting impression you make on them, whether or not it happened during the workday.
Directly or indirectly, you are always building or losing trust. You never know when a new opportunity to establish or nurture a relationship is going to crop up. Make trust building a part of your persona, make it genuine, and keep your brand switch “on.” 2. Develop Your Personal Brand: Speaking of keeping your brand switch “on,” take the time to build a personal branding statement. Write down a description of your unique talents, skills, and practices, and why people with whom you do business value them. Then revisit this statement and ask three fundamental questions: 1. Am I living up to my personal brand? 2. Do I need to revise it and why? 3. How could I strengthen my brand?
by treating them with respect and humility, you’ll engender a culture of serving in the workplace. While you are out serving your customers, it certainly helps to As you focus on developing have people back in the home and living up to this personal office serving you! brand statement, you will find that your actions automatically 4. Be a Challenger: In a published become aligned to the statement. study (https://goo.gl/vMqINB), You will actively seek out five different and distinct seller opportunities to become profile styles of salespeople were an expert in your field and rated by performance. Coming demonstrate that expertise on out on top was the king of the a regular basis, you will be sales jungle: The Challenger Sales sought out for your counsel, Type. Challengers take control of and ultimately, your customers the conversation through the use will see you as their ally in their of questioning to develop a deep understanding of their customers’ purchasing decisions. businesses. Then, they positively 3. Always Be Serving: An assert their viewpoints which help always-serving mindset means to push the customer’s and their you are serving the people you own personal thinking to develop work with, whether they are your creative solutions. Ultimately, peers, you report to them, or vice customers do not simply want yesversa. These are the people you people. They want to know that need by your side to succeed; you truly understand the problem they are the ones in the foxhole and that you are promoting the with you. By serving them and best solution possible.
5. Eliminate the “F” word: Show me a person focused on problems, and I’ll show you a person with a lot of problems. The same goes with the “F” word: “failure.” Pessimists tend to let failure get wrapped around the axle of their success and talent. Instead, your mindset should be that there is no failure; there are only opportunities to learn and move forward. Zig Ziglar never promised us it would be easy. Just listen to his journey as a door-to-door salesman, and you will see that sales are hard. It’s filled with rejection. Judging yourself based on that rejection serves no one, so silence the critic inside yourself…it serves no one. Every salesperson takes their lumps. So, replace the “F” word with the word “E” word: “Experience,” and treat those experiences as gifts. Through focusing on experiences rather than looking at failures, we build a sense of self-control, we persevere through even the most difficult of hardships, and we
develop an indomitable spirit. Your capacity to use the tools developed by the old school masters will become the bridge that provides any sales professional the 5% more power to allow them to move from Good to Great. By using these five strategies, you will be able to move the sales needle. It’s time to make your old school heroes proud. About the Authors: Tim Brown and Dan Streeter are the co-authors of Old School with New Tools: The Extra 5% That Takes You to the Top of Your Sales Game and Keeps You There. After carrying a sales bag throughout the world, Tim has grown to become one of the most sought after business leaders in the country. Dan is an award-winning educator and workshop designer with a pretty strong sales lineage of his own. To learn more visit www. oldschoolwithnewtools.com. You can listen to Tim and Dan’s Old School with New Tools Podcast located on iTunes and Stitcher.
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The Summation Weekly PUBLIC NOTICES Legals Notice to Creditors IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF JOHN E. SMITH Deceased. Case No. 2015-CP-1661 NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the Estate of JOHN E. SMITH, Deceased, Case Number 2015-CP-1661, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 Governmental Center, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The estate is testate and the date of the decedent’s Will and any Codicils is November 10, 2015. The name and address of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. The date of first publication of this Notice is February 10, 2016. Personal Representative: RUBY S. SMITH 2656 Broome Circle Cantonment, Florida 32533 Attorney for Personal Representative ALLEN W. LINDSAY, JR. Florida Bar No. 104956 LINDSAY & LINDSAY, P.A. 5218 Willing Street Milton, Florida 32570 (850) 623-3200 awl@lal-law.com 2wr2/10-2/17NTC
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF HERBERT JACKSON DUCK Deceased. Case No.: 2014 CP 000722 NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the Estate of HERBERT JACKSON DUCK, deceased, whose date of death was September 11, 2013, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is, 190 Governmental Center, Pensacola, Florida The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s Attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against Decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against Decedent’s Estate must file their claims with this Court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is February 10, 2016. Personal Representative: Keith Lamar Duck Attorney for Personal Representative: Michael D. Tidwell, Esquire Michael D. Tidwell, P.A. Florida Bar No.: 0899887 mtidwell@emeraldcoasttitle.com DOUGLAS D. TIDWELL, ESQUIRE Michael D. Tidwell, P.A. Florida Bar No.: 115624 dtidwell@emeraldcoasttitle.com 811 N. Spring Street Pensacola, Florida 32501 (850) 434-3223 – Phone 2wr2/10-2/17NTC
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA DABO’S HOLDINGS, LLC, a Florida limited liability company; Plaintiff, v. JAMES LEAMAN McCLUNG, a/k/a JAMES L. McCLUNG, a/k/a JAS. L. McCLUNG, a/k/a J. L. McCLUNG, if living, or if dead, his unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against him; ANNIE BRUCE McCLUNG, a/k/a A.B. McCLUNG, if living, or if dead, her unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against her; FRANCIS O. GUNTER, if living, or if dead, his unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against him; LILLIAN GUNTER, if living, or if dead, her unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against her; J.H. McLAUGHLIN, if living, or if dead, his unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against him; DOVIE L. McLAUGHLIN, if living, or if dead, her unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against her; WILLIAM F. HAUGH, if living, or if dead, his unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against him; JUANITA E. HAUGH, if living, or if dead, her unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against her; CORINE E. EMANUEL, a/k/a CORINE HEARD, if living, or if dead, her unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against her; ELLA M. McCALL, if living, or if dead, her unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against her; PENSACOLA HOME AND SAVINGS, its successors and/or assigns, creditors, and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against it (hereinafter “Pensacola Home and Savings Parties in Interest”); CHARLES A. HILBUN, a/k/a CHARLES A. HELLBUN, if living, or if dead, his unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against him; GEORGE RUFUS MYERS, a/k/a G.R. MYRES, if living, or if dead, his unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against him; MINERVA C. DEAN, if living, or if dead, her unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against her; MARY J. WILLIAMS, if living, or if dead, her unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against her; A.J. SMITH, if living, or if dead, his/ her unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against him/her; JULIA AUSTIN SMITH, if living, or if dead, her unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against her; GEORGE W. JOHNSON, if living, or if dead, his unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against him; RALPH E. JOHNSON, if living, or if dead, his unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against him; PEARL D. JOHNSON, if living, or if dead, her unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against her; RUSSELL R. MINSHEW, deceased, his unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against him; FERMON MINSHEW, if living, or if dead, his unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against him; HELEN MINSHEW, if living, or if dead, her unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against her; MICHAEL M. HENDRIX, if living, or if dead, his unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against him; JOYCE L. HENDRIX, if living, or if dead, her unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against her; GREGORY A. RENGEL, deceased, his unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against him; ROSANNE M. RENGEL, if living, or if dead, her unknown heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors and all other parties claiming by, through, under, or against her; Defendants. Case No.: 2015 CA 001946 NOTICE OF ACTION TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, EXCEPT JUANITA E. HAUGH, CORINE E. EMANUEL, a/k/a CORINE HEARD, and ROSANNE M. RENGEL: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that a Complaint to Quiet Title (the “Complaint”) has been filed in the above-reference action by DABO’S HOLDINGS, LLC, a Florida limited liability company, against the above-named Defendants in an action to quiet title to certain property in Escambia County, Florida being more fully described as follows: Lot 3, Block 1, East King Tract, East of
Tarragona Street, City of Pensacola, Escambia County, Florida, according to Map of said City copyrighted by Thomas C. Watson in 1906. LESS and except the West 36 feet and LESS and except the East 36 feet thereof You are notified and required to file your answer, pleadings and written defenses, if any, to said Complaint with the Clerk of the said Court, and to serve a copy thereof upon the Plaintiff or the Plaintiffs’ attorney, Matthew C. Hoffman, Esq. of Carven, Darden, Koretzky, Tessier, Finn, Blossman & Areaux, LLC, 801 W. Romana Street, Suite A, Pensacola, Florida, 32502, no later than thirty (30) days after the first publication of this Notice, otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief sought in the Complaint. This notice shall be published once each week for four (4) consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in Escambia County, Florida. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of said Court at Escambia County, Florida, this 28th day of January, 2016. PAM CHILDERS As Clerk of the Circuit Court Of Escambia County, Florida By: s/ Katie Gaylard DEPUTY CLERK Attorney for Plaintiff Matthew C. Hoffman, Esq. Carven, Darden, Koretzy, Tessier, Finn, Blossman & Areaux, LLC 801 W. Romana Street, Ste. A Pensacola, FL 32502 4wr2/3-2/24NOA
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF LYDIA C. WHITE a/k/a LYDIA CREEL WHITE Deceased. Case No.: 2016-CP-000037 Division: D NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS OR DEMANDS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE: You are hereby notified that an Order of Summary Administration has been entered in the estate of Lydia C. White, deceased, Case Number 2016-CP-000037, by the Circuit Court in and for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Post Office Box 472, Milton, Florida 32572; that the decedent’s date of death was November 13, 2015; that the total value of the estate is $50,700.00 and that the names and addresses of those to whom it has been assigned by such order are: Name: Doyle A. White Address: 6258 Gander Road East Dayton, Ohio 45424 ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT: All creditors of the estate of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent other than those for whom provision for full payment was made in the Order of Summary Administration must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE. ALL CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER APPLICABLE TIME PERIOD, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this Notice is February 10, 2016. Personal Representative: DOYLE A. WHITE 6258 Gander Road East Dayton, Ohio 45424 Attorney for Personal Representative: Margaret T. Stopp Florida Bar No. 794856, of MOORE, HILL & WESTMORELAND, P.A. 350 W. Cedar Street, Suite 100 Post Office Box 13290 Pensacola, Florida 32591-3290 Telephone No.: (850) 434-3541 Telefax No.: (850) 435-7899 2wr2/10-2/17NTC
Notice of Action IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORDA fka THE BOARD OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA, Plaintiff. v.
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BRUCE W. MAYO; A.L. HARWELL; ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING BY, THROUGH UNDER AND AGAINST THE HEREIN NAMED INDIVIDUAL DEFENDANT(S) WHO ARE NOT KNOWN TO BE DEAD OR ALIVE, WHETHER SAID UNKNOWN PARTIES MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSES; OR OTHER CLAIMANTS; ET AL, Defendants.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of said Court at Escambia County, Florida, this 26th day of January, 2016.
Case No.: 2016 CA 000016 Division: “E”
Attorney for Plaintiff: Geoffrey P. Brodersen, Esq Shell, Fleming, Davis, & Menge P.A. 226 Palafox Place, 9th Floor Pensacola, FL 32502
NOTICE OF ACTION TO DEFENDANTS: BRUCE W. MAYO, if living, or dead, his unknown heirs, devisees, grantees and all other parties claiming by, through under, or against him; AND A.L. HARWELL, if living, or dead, his unknown heirs, devisees, granted and all their parties claiming by, through under, or against him. YOU ARE HERBY NOTIFIED that a Complaint has been filed in the above-entitled Court by The School Board of Escambia County Florida fka The Board of Public Instruction for Escambia County, Florida against the above-referenced Defendants in an action to quiet title to certain real property situated in Escambia County, Florida, pursuant to Fla. Stat. 95.16, said real property being generally located at 440 East Hecker Road, Century, Escambia County, Florida 32533 and more fully described as follows: COMMENCE AT A ONE INCH DIAMETER IRON PIPE AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 5 NORTH, RANGE 30 WEST, ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA; THENCE RUN NORTH 86 DEGREES 55 MINUTES 59 WEST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SECTION, A DISTANCE OF 1316.95 FEET TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION, SAID POINT LYING SOUTH 86 DEGREES 55 MINUTES 59 SECONDS EAST, A DISTANCE OF 3950.86 FEET FROM THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 5; THENCE RUN NORTH 01 DEGREE 26 MINUTES 17 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 5, A DISTANCE OF 1005.58 FEET TO A HALF INCH DIAMETER CAPPED IRON ROD STAMPED LB #7483 AT THE INTERSECTION OF SAID WEST LINE AND THE NORTH RIGHT-OFWAY LINE OF HECKER ROAD (66’ R/W); THENCE CONTINUE NORTH 01 DEGREE 26 MINUTES 17 SECONDS EAST, ALONG THE WEST LINE OF PARCEL A, DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 144, PAGE 35 AND THE EAST LINE OF PARCEL E, DESCRIBED IN OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 169, PAGE 209 AND PARCEL B, RECORDED IN DEED BOOK 336, PAGE 795 A DISTANCE OF 419.67 FEET TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF PARCEL B, DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 336, PAGE 795 AND THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUE NORTH 01 DEGREE 26 MINUTES 17 SECONDS EAST, ALONG THE WEST LINE OF PARCEL A, DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 144, PAGE 35 A DISTANCE OF 9.89 FEET; THENCE RUN ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF PARCEL F, DESCRIBED IN OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 451, PAGE 508, THE FOLLOWING TWO CALLS: NORTH 69 DEGREES 47 MINUTES 06 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 276.72 FEET; THENCE RUN NORTH 80 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 06 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 154.35 FEET, TO THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF PARCEL G, DESCRIBED OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 276, PAGE 618, THENCE RUN SOUTH 03 DEGREES 33 MINUTES 54 SECONDS WEST, ALONG THE WEST LINE OF AFORESAID PARCEL G, A DISTANCE OF 46.37 FEET; THENCE RUN SOUTH 87 DEGREES 34 MINUTES 22 SECONDS EAST, ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF PARCEL I, DESCRIBED IN OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 5369, PAGE 1399, A DISTANCE OF 20.05 FEET TO THE WEST LINE OF PARCEL B, DESRIBED IN DEED BOOK 336, PAGE 795; THENCE RUN NORTH 03 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 58 SECONDS EAST ALONG THE AFORESAID PARCEL B A DISTANCE OF 15.30 FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF AFORESAID PARCEL B; THENCE RUN ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF AFORESAID PARCEL B, THE FOLLOWING THREE CALLS: SOUTH 79 DEGREES 48 MINUTES 18 SECONDS EAST, A DISTANCE OF 162.16 FEET; THENCE RUN SOUTH 74 DEGREES 58 MINUTES 56 SECONDS EAST, A DISTANCE OF 138.01 FEET; THENCE RUN SOUTH 71 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 43 SECONDS EAST, A DISTANCE OF 106.17 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. You are notified and required to file your answer, pleadings and written defenses, if any, to said Complaint with the Clerk of the said Court, and to serve a copy thereof upon the Plaintiff or Plaintiff’s attorney, Geoffrey P. Brodersen, Esq. of Shell, Fleming Davis, & Menge, P.A., 226 Palafox Place, Ninth Floor, Pensacola, Florida 32502, no later than thirty (30) days after the first publication of this Notice, otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief sought in the Complaint. This notice shall be published once each week for four (4) consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in Escambia, County, Florida.
PAM CHILDERS As Clerk of the Circuit Court Of Escambia County, Florida By: s/ Katie Gaylard DEPUTY CLERK
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Notice Under Fictitious Name Statute NOTICE UNDER FICTITIOUS NAME STATUTE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Panhandle Restaurant Services, Inc., a Florida Profit Corporation (the “Company”) intends to register with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations, pursuant to Section 865.09, Florida Statutes, the fictitious name of Panhandle Restaurant Supply, under which the Company is engaged in business. The present principal place of business is located at 445 Corday Street, Suite 2, Pensacola, Florida 32503. There are no persons interested in said business other than the Company and the Company owns one hundred percent (100%) interest in the above-named interest. Panhandle Restaurant Services, Inc. By: Michael D. Wilson, CEO 1wr2/17FNS
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