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In the 2000s, Mark Ruffalo, Eric Bana and Edward Norton all played what superhero, who also had a TV stint in the ‘70s?

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Adam Jay Harris, Spanish River High grad, FAU student, dies at 22

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BOCA RATON – Adam Jay Harris, 22, a graduate of Spanish River High School and student at Florida Atlantic University, died Oct. 11, 2010, at Boca Raton Regional Hospital.

His girlfriend, Robin Goldberg, said his organs were donated for transplant.

She said he was studying psychobiology/pre-med at FAU and planned to become an endocrinologist.

He had also attended Palm Beach State College where he worked on the school’s newspaper staff as layout editor and editor-in-chief.

“He is mourned as a son, brother, nephew, grandson, friend, student, colleague and partner,” said Ms. Goldberg. “We celebrate his brilliant mind, his caring heart, his many talents, his sense of humor, and his beautiful smile.”

A service will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at Temple Beth El, 333 SW 4th Ave., Boca Raton, followed by a Shiva at his home. The service is open to all.

Ms. Goldberg said a scholarship has been established in his name through FAU to which donations may also be made.

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District 19 congressional candidates scrap over health care bill, agree on need to create jobs Story, photos

by Dale M. King DELRAY BEACH - At 1 o’clock in the afternoon last Thursday, the main hall at the South County Civic Center was packed with people.

The Voters Coalition had scheduled a meeting for candidates in the Nov. 2 election to address the audience and put their political cards on the table. But the main tilt that day was in the U.S. House District 19 race between Democratic incumbent, U.S. Rep. Ted Deutch, and his Republican challenger, Joe Budd. The Coalition gave them more time than others to present their cases.

And while the two office seekers differed on many matters - President Obama’s health care bill among them - they agreed on the need to create jobs and to support Israel against threats from other nations, particularly Iran.

Budd, a financial advisor from West Boca Raton, is dead-bang opposed to the Obama health package and promised to try and repeal it should he win the congressional seat. He said the law “is being put on the backs of seniors” and he noted that cutbacks in Medicare coverage are in the offing.

But Deutch told the crowd, made up largely of elders, that they won’t lose the Medicare advantage.

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Ted Deutch “I wish we could inform company abuses.” people rather than scare There will be cuts in Medithem,” said Deutch. He care coverage, he said, but said the bill will bring not as the result of the “significant discounts on president’s bill. prescription drugs and will But Budd fired back that crack down on insurance he got his figures from the companies and insurance head actuary of Medicare

who said that for every dollar a person gets under the program, $10 is taken away from them. “It’s a shell game,” said Budd.

“That’s what it’s all about.”

Budd seemed fired up about another issue. “We have to get people back to work. I read this morning that a record 42 million people are on food stamps.

Unemployment is in a severe crisis, and my opponent supported a bailout bill that took $12 billion from the food stamp program.”

Deutch agreed that was true, but said the total $23 billion bailout package was designed to save the jobs of teachers, firefighters and police. “I’m not ashamed of supporting that bill,” he said.

The two agreed there is a growing gap between the rich and poor as the middle class seems to be fading away.

Budd suggested wiping out the “severe regulatory environment” in which American businesses operate. “The Chamber of Commerce has said that 93 percent of business people fear frivolous lawsuits most. I would take a Walmart approach and roll back the unnecessary regulations” that hamper business growth.

Deutch said he supported recent legislation providing loans to small busi-

Seasoned investigator added to Palm Beach County Ethics Commission staff The Commission on Ethics has announced the hiring of staff investigator Mark Bannon to oversee ethics complaints and investigations.

A U.S. Army veteran, Bannon spent 25 years serving as a deputy sheriff, supervisor and commander with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office where he worked in patrol, investigative and community support positions, before retiring from policing in 2005.

He is a graduate of Florida Atlantic University and holds a master’s degree in public administration from Nova Southeastern University. Bannon attended law school at the University of Miami and was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2005. He is also a former assistant state attorney who prosecuted criminal cases in the 15th Judicial Circuit before entering private law practice.

Bannon is the author of a book on criminal procedure for law enforcement officers, which was published in 2003, and he has taught criminal justice courses to both police of-

ficers and undergraduate students.

Upon being selected as staff investigator, Bannon stated, “I have spent the better part of the last 30 years serving the community as a law enforcement officer and a criminal prosecutor. It is an honor and a privilege to have the opportunity to continue that service with the Commission on Ethics.”

“Mark brings an incredible background and breadth of knowledge as both an investigator and attorney,” said Alan Johnson, executive director of the Commission on Ethics.

“We are proud and pleased to have him on board.”

The staff investigator for the Ethics Commission is responsible for actively investigating all legally sufficient county ethics complaints received by the commission from citizens as well as self-initiated investigations by the commission based on reliable sources of information within the community.

The Commission on Ethics hotline is (877) 766-5920. www.palmbeachcountyethics.com

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Boca Raton, Florida will hold the second of two public hearings at the Regular Meeting on Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at 6:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as possible, at which time they will consider adoption of the following proposed ordinance. A presentation may be made by staff at the City Council Workshop Meeting on Monday, October 25, 2010, which shall convene following the conclusion of the Community Redevelopment Agency meeting that is scheduled to begin at 1:30 p.m. Both meetings will be held in the Council Chamber at Boca Raton City Hall, 201 West Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton, Florida. The ordinance in its entirety may be inspected at the Office of the City Clerk during regular business hours. All interested parties are invited to attend and be heard on October 26 with respect to the proposed ordinance.

Ordinance 5144 An ordinance of the City of Boca Raton considering the adoption of amendments to the Boca Raton Comprehensive Plan and its goals, objectives, and policies in accordance with the Evaluation and Appraisal Review procedures; establishing a new future land use designation; considering amendments to the future land use map and other maps; changing the future land use designa-

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nesses and tax credits to companies hiring new employees. He said he has doubts about extending tax cuts for the wealthy.

The incumbent who was elected in April to replace Robert Wexler, who resigned to take a job in the private sector, said he favors increasing cost-of-living adjustments and added that he has proposed a plan to shore up Social Security.

Budd said the United States “must fully support Israel. This administration has allowed the reactors to be turned on in Iran. Sanctions didn’t work.”

Coincidentally, Budd drew a comment of support from another speaker, Bernard Sansaricq, who is challenging U.S. Rep. Alcee Hastings in District 23. “I stand with Joe Budd,” said Sansaricg, commenting that when Deutch spoke about the health care bill, he did not mention that those serving in political office in Washington have a much more luxurious health plan than what taxpayers get.

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Commissioner Abrams says new Hager surpasses District 87 challenger in fundraising, endorsements guardrails going up along roads in Delray Beach, West Boca WEST PALM BEACH - District 4 County Commissioner Steven L. Abrams has announced that the Board of County Commissioners approved a contract for the installation of new guardrails on numerous roads throughout Palm Beach County.

“Guardrails provide drivers with an additional level of safety and can save lives,” said Abrams.

In addition, the contractor is a Palm Beach County business with 100 percent of the work to be performed by them and their in-county subcontractors.

“While cost is important in the bidding process, the county remains committed to hiring local businesses,” the commissioner added.

Some of the roadways receiving new guardrails are along canals on Military Trail in Delray Beach and also in western Boca Raton. The project will also include the resetting of some existing rails.

In other business at their Oct. 5 meeting, commissioners took the following action: -Water Utilities - approved the distribution of information in PBC Water Utilities bills to inform

customers of new EPA numeric nutrient criteria that would impose stringent limitations on discharges to all water bodies, including drainage lakes and ponds, and could significantly increase service costs.

- Airports - approved an agreement to purchase a parcel at 172 Pine Road for $110,000 in accordance with PBIA’s Part 150 Noise Compatibility Study; also approved a contract with David Brooks Enterprises, Inc. in the amount of $1.196 million for flooring improvements in the main terminal. The company was selected from a competitive bid process.

- Affordable Housing - approved the sale of a .21acre parcel by the Westgate/Belvedere Homes

CRA to a private developer to be combined with adjacent parcels for development of Westgate Commons, a three-story, 68-unit, multifamily affordable housing complex.

Parks & Recreation – approved the reallocation of $250,000 from a 2002 bond issue for the Grassy Waters Preserve in the following amounts: $150,000 for wetlands restoration at Okeeheelee Park South; $60,000 for Pahokee athletic field improvements; and $40,000 for playground improvements in Belle Glade.

- Roads - approved on first reading and to advertise for public hearing on October 19 amendments to the county’s five-year road program.

BOCA RATON - Republican Bill Hager, running for the House seat in District 87 Nov. 2, said he has picked up key endorsements, money and additional staff in his campaign which began last year after he left the Boca Raton City Council due to term limits.

The Hager campaign recently announced endorsements from the Florida Sheriff’s Association, Progressive Residents of Delray, Florida Nurses Association, Palm Beach County Police Benevolent Association and the Palm Beach County Medical Society.

Hager said his campaign “has a strong grass-roots organization in place.” With the help of local firefighters and paramedics going doorto-door and gathering petitions, he has qualified for the ballot.

Also, with third quarter contributions, the campaign has raised more than $100,000.

Newly appointed is Campaign Manager Matthew Choy. Matthew recently worked with Republican Speaker Designate Dean Cannon’s campaign. Representative Cannon has endorsed Bill Hager for House District Seat 87.

“I am impressed by Bill Hager’s strong grass roots support and campaign team and we look forward to an issues and fact-based race in the general election” said Choy.

Hager is a former Boca Raton City Councilman and has lived in Boca Raton with his family for the past 20 years. House District 87 takes in coastal portions of Southern Palm Beach County and a Northern portion of Broward County.

His endorsements include * Professional Fire Fighters and Paramedics of Florida * Professional Fire Fighters and Paramedics Palm Beach County * Deerfield Beach Firefighters and Paramedics * Boca Raton Firefighters and Paramedics * BLU-PAC (Political arm of Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce) * BIZPAC, Business Political Action Committee of Palm Beach County * Palm Beach County Medical Society * Florida Sheriffs Association CCE * Palm Beach County Police Benevolent Association * Florida Association of Postsecondary Schools and Colleges * Gold Coast Builders Association * BIPAC, Building Industry PAC for Builders Association of South Florida * Florida Nurses Association * Progressive Residents of Delray Beach * Allen West, Candidate for Congress in Florida’s 22nd district * Dean Cannon, Florida House of Representatives District 35 * Jeff Atwater, Florida State Senator - District 25 * Adam Hasner, Florida

House of Representatives District 87 incumbent. * Delray Beach Mayor, Nelson S. “Woodie” McDuffie * Former Delray Beach Mayor Doak Campbell * Former Delray Beach Mayor Leon Weekes * Former Delray Beach Mayor Rita Ellis * Former Delray Beach Commissioner Pat Archer * Boynton Beach Mayor, Jose Rodriguez * Former Boynton Beach Mayor, Jerry Taylor * Village of Golf Mayor, Tom Lynch * Gulfstream Mayor, William Koch * Ocean Ridge Mayor, Ken Kaleel * Palm Beach Mayor, Jack McDonald * Palm Beach Councilman Bill Diamond * Boca Raton Deputy Mayor Susan Haynie * Boca Raton Council Member Anthony Mahjess * Boca Raton Council Member Mike Mullaugh * Boca Raton Council Member Constance Scott * Former Boca Raton Council Member Wanda Thayer * Palm Beach County Commissioner Steven Abrams * WPB Commissioner Kimberly Mitchell * Former Palm Beach County School Board member Mark Hansen

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By Dale King

I

“Body Snatcher” actor was one heck of a guy.

don’t know how many of you knew Kevin McCarthy. To my mind, he was one of the greatest character actors who ever graced the film screen, stage or television.

He recently passed away at age 96 after a stellar career. But he never seemed to reach the peak he deserved.

I remember seeing him in a couple of original “Twilight Zone” episodes. He was a common figure on the old black-and-white TV dramas. But he also showed up on one of the prime time soap operas - “Dallas” or “Dynasty.”

And the last time I saw him was on “The Golden Girls,” as a male companion to one of the ladies.

But his greatest accomplishment - the one that got him listed on the Internet the day of his death - as the lead character in a 1956 scifi thriller called “Invasion of the Body Snatchers.”

It was with no small degree of pride that I interviewed Mr. McCarthy in 1986 when he was visiting my home town in Mas-

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sachusetts those who to appear did come in a oneto southman proern New duction of England “Give ‘em normally hell, Harry,” did their about the liinterviews fe of Harry with the big Truman. papers, not I don’t rethe smaller, member hometown much about ones. the interview, I felt very other than special after Kevin McCarthy and Dana the fact that leaving Mr. Wynter run for their lives in the Mr. McCarMcCarthy’s thy was un- 1956 film, “Invasion of the Body interview. I Snatchers.” like what I wanted to perceived Hollywood actors hang onto a piece of it. So to be. He was personable, I drove to a video store interesting and courteous. and purchased a VHS copy He actually questioned me of “Invasion of the Body about my life and interests. Snatches.”

Well, the story about the I brought the VHS copy to upcoming show got into the “Give ‘em hell, Harry” the newspaper. Mr. Mc- show. Mr. McCarthy was Carthy liked it so much great as President Truman. that he invited me to attend Afterwards, I talked to Mr. one of the performances. McCarthy at the post-show Not only that, but he also party. I asked him if he asked me to come to the would mind autographafter-production party. ing the movie. The film I was impressed. Not ma- was wrapped in a plastic ny Hollywood stars visited sleeve, so I had him sign a Attleboro, Mass., opting piece of paper and slipped instead for nearby Provi- it into the packaging. I still dence or Boston. And have that movie to this day.

On the paper, he wrote, “They’re here!” the famous line he screamed when the alien pods arrived on earth with the makings of bodies inside. As residents fell asleep, the body inside the pod assumed their mind and mannerisms, but were unable to capture their emotions. Little by little, these emotionless creatures - who looked exactly like their hosts - began to populate the earth. Only Kevin McCarthy was left to warn the world about the invaders.

I remember kidding with Mr. McCarthy, saying that he had to do a lot of running through the California hills during the filming.

He laughingly agreed.

I don’t remember how many thousands of people I have interviewed in my career. I just know that Mr. Kevin McCarthy was a person of note who made me feel like an important person, too.

So Mr. McCarthy, I bid you farewell. Give ‘em hell, Kevin.

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Dear Mr. King, Thank you so much for the great write-up in the paper for my 98th birthday. It is much better than others written about me.

It was pleasant to be with your wife and yourself.

- Henrietta, Countess de Hoernle Dear Doug, Richard and I thank you for including us at your table [at the March of Dimes Signature Chefs event). It was fun and interesting to meet the other people at the paper. We enjoyed talking with them very much.

-Mr. and Mrs. Richard (Tribune columnist Oleda Baker) DiMeula Dear Douglas, Thank you so much for being a media sponsor of our 2010 Signature Chefs & Wine Extravaganza! We truly appreciated the support of the Boca Raton Tribune, and look forward to working with you again in 2011.

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By Douglas Heizer

Boca Raton Tribune adding more pickup sites to serve the community The Boca Raton Tribune is working harder and harder to get the newspaper to you every week.

We’re announcing two new major locations where papers can be picked up.

The first is at the studio of acclaimed sculptor, jeweler and silversmith. He is located in Gallery 22, 282 Via Naranjas #53, Royal Palm Place in Boca Raton.

Heller is internationally known for his work. He has been active lately creating statues and busts for Henrietta, Countess de Hoernle, and her late husband, Count Adolph de Hoernle, in honor of the Countess’s 98th birthday.

He also created the statue for Flossy Keesely for the fountain at the Mizner Park Amphitheater. Both Flossy and Yaacov have become close friends of the Boca Raton Tribune family, and we appreciate all the help they have given.

Also, a word of thanks to Frank Moore, the security guard at the Bank of America Building at the corner of Powerline and Palmetto Park roads in West Boca.

With his help, the Tribune is now available at the reception desk in the lobby.

Distribution of a newspaper is very important, so we are working diligently to make sure everyone who wants a copy gets one – particularly now, when

season is starting. We want everyone to know what’s going on – and also to view the stories and photos of events that have taken place.

Please look for our paper boxes around East and West Boca Raton, and stop by the places that have been distribution points since the paper started: City Hall, the Community Center, the two city libraries, Chamber of Commerce and the police station lobby. And if you can’t find on, visit our web site, www.bocaratontribune, for information on how to get one.

Community reaction We at the Boca Raton Tribune are very happy when the community responds positively to our work.

So it was with great joy that we received a letter from the Countess de Hoernle thanking us for our

recent coverage of her 98th birthday, the tea for the Countess at the Children’s Museum and her special appearance at the March of Dimes Signatures Chefs event. (See the Letters to the Editor section in this paper.)

We enjoyed spending time with her at the event, and saw how many people came to greet her with thank-yous, hugs and kisses for the great work she has done over the years Also, thanks to Mary Csar, the executive director of the Boca Raton Historical Society, for sharing some of the photos from the Oktoberfest. They are featured in this edition. Last week, the Tribune printed pictures taken by Managing Editor Dale King when he and his wife attended.

This is all part of our commitment to bring you all the local news from your community.

Adam & Eva by Yaacov Heller

POSITIVE LIVING

By Dr. Synesio Lyra, Jr.

Planning Realistically!

Are you among those who decide to procrastinate but never get around to it? Or have you already understood that no project will get off the ground unless you have a plan, and the ability to tackle it with determination, and in a timely manner?

I know too many people who prefer to enjoy a good time, at the expense of their unfinished duties.

They engage in a variety of less pressing activities while obligations, and even urgent projects, remain untouched. They are too casual about everything, even emergencies.

They manifest no understanding of proper timing for the execution of any task, nor of the potential consequences of certain actions or of their own inaction.

These kinds of persons operate on appearance and not reality. They love to talk about their plans

but seldom take the necessary steps to bring them to fruition at the right time, if ever! They may impress some people while they themselves remain deluded.

Yet, it is often more honorable not to share unplanned projects, than to boast about them ahead of time, and later never be able to deliver them. Individuals who think and act that way are erroneously counting on “the last moment” in which to finalize their plans and execute their tasks. And there may have been previous occasions when the last minute indeed yielded what they were projecting.

Nevertheless, one needs to recognize that there’s no guarantee that there will ever be a “last moment” for the completion of an obligation. That time may have already passed, or it may never arrive. Perhaps unexpected obstacles, or

the pull of more pressing needs will keep one from ever finalizing what was desired for “the last minute.”

The only guaranteed “last moment” for any person, is the time of one’s death, for which also serious preparation must precede it. Realistically, a life-time is needed to get ready for that event, since it means an encounter with God, either as a stern Judge, quick to pass a sentence, or as a loving Father, ready to escort one through the portals of heaven into blissful eternity in His company!

Only a disciplined person, will ever know what to do and what to do next in most life situations, realizing that when the fleeting seconds, minutes, and hours pass, one shall never be able to recapture them again. Human plans need to be realistic in order to fit the time frame in which they must be realized!

Dr. Synesio Lyra, Jr. is a Florida resident who, for many years, was a professor at the post-graduate level.

He is a writer, a sought-after conference speaker, a man who lived in five continents of the world, having received his education in four of them. When he resided in southern California, he wrote a weekly column for the daily “Anaheim Bulletin,” which was carried for about six years, until he moved to south Florida.

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Historical Society sets talk on Boca pioneer Frank Chesebro

Boca Raton Historical Society volunteers, from left, Arthur Abrams, Natalie Warren and Marlene Buettner will present a lecture on Boca pioneer Frank Chesebro

BOCA RATON - The Boca Raton Historical Society’s Town Hall Talks Lecture Series will kick off Thursday, October 28, at 7 p.m. with a lecture

by Boca Raton Historical Society volunteers Arthur Abrams, Marlene Buettner

and Natalie Warren, who will speak about Boca Raton’s pioneer era.

The talk will focus on Frank Chesebro, who moved to Boca Raton in 1903 and soon became the largest property owner and principal employer in the

growing community.

He kept a brief synopsis of daily activities in a series of diaries from his arrival in 1903 until just before his death in 1936. His notes are terse and practical; they subtly provide a glimpse into the social history of a pioneer South Florida community.

Historical Society volunteers have undertaken the transcription and analysis of these handwritten diaries and will share their observations about life in the “good ole days” of Boca Raton.

The 2010-2011 Town Hall Talks Lecture Series is sponsored by Madelyn Savarick and the law firm of Chapin, Ballerano and Cheslack. All lectures will take place at the Old Town Hall, 71 North Federal Highway, Boca Raton at 7 p.m. The lectures are free for Historical Society members and $5 for others.

For more information about the series or to make a reservation, call (561) 3956766 ext. 100.

The Boca Raton Historical Society is a membership organization dedicated to preserving the past to enrich the future. Now in its 38th year, the Historical Society actively promotes historic preservation and education through its archival services, guided tours, and education programs.

To learn more about the Historical Society or to become a member, log onto www.bocahistory.org.

Area children sought to participate in bilingual study at FAU’s Language Development Lab

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lorida Atlantic University’s language development lab, a part of the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science and located on the Davie campus, is currently conducting a study, with a grant from the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, to measure a wide range of children’s skills in English and Spanish in order to understand the process of bilingual development.

Under the direction of Professor Erika Hoff, the information collected will be used to better understand how the knowledge that children acquire in their early years of life provides the foundation for later language development.

The language development lab is currently recruiting children, ages 24 to 30 months, who are currently learning English and Spanish at home. Those participating in the bilingual study will receive two $50 Publix gift cards. Each child also will receive a small toy and a T-shirt for participating.

The first findings from Hoff’s research on bilingualism were presented in April 2009 at the meetings of the Society for

Research in Child Development.

FAU researchers reported that children who are exposed to Spanish and English at home have at least one parent who is a native speaker of Spanish.

It also was observed that those children with two native Spanish-speaking parents hear more Spanish than English at home. For children with one native Spanish-speaking parent, English is generally the dominant language.

FAU researchers also discovered that the language development of the bilingual children was no different from that of the English-only-speaking children when it came to the ability to repeat the sounds of each language.

Studies show that children can learn the sound systems of the two languages on the same schedule as monolingual children learn the set of sounds from one language.

In terms of the acquisition of vocabulary words and the development of grammar, the result was a little different. Both groups of children learned just as much, but the bilingual group, because their knowledge was divided between two languages, lagged a few months behind the monolingual group in achieving certain

benchmarks.

A member of the psychology faculty in FAU’s Charles E. Schmidt College of Science since 1996, Hoff is the recipient of many professional and academic honors. During sabbatical leave from FAU, Hoff was a visiting scholar at McGill University and the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. She taught at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, Eastern Michigan University and the University of Michigan.

Hoff has served as principal investigator for a number of external and internal research grants and awards. The author of five books, numerous book chapters and journal articles, Hoff is a frequent and respected presenter at conferences. He earned a Ph.D. in psychology from the University of Michigan, a master’s degree in science from Rutgers - The State University of New Jersey, and holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan.

For more information, contact FAU’s language development lab at 954-236-1142 or langdevlab@fau.edu.

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St. Jude Catholic Church to honor outstanding individuals at Nov. 6 gala Story, photos by Barbara McCormick

BOCA RATON - Saint Jude Catholic Church of Boca Raton will honor five outstanding local residents who positively impact the lives of others in the community and Saint Jude Parish.

The 18th Annual Gala will be celebrated November 6 at the Delray Beach Marriott Hotel, 10 North Ocean Blvd. Delray Beach. Honorary chairs for the gala are Eileen and Ed Maloney.

The social hour begins at 7 p.m., with gourmet dining at 8 p.m., followed by the awards ceremonies, and live music for dancing and entertainment.

“We welcome members of our community to join us in recognizing the achievements of these exceptional people,” said the Very Rev. Michael T. Driscoll, pastor of Saint Jude Catholic Church.

Tickets are available for $175 per guest by 561-3141254 or Mrs. Marie Leible, director of institutional advancement at: 561-3141250.

All proceeds benefit the Programs at Saint Jude Catholic Church, 21689 Toledo Road, Boca Raton.

Seated, from left, are Eileen and Ed Maloney, St. Jude Ball Honorary chairs. Standing from left are Jeanne and Paul McAlduff, recipients of the Ronald G. Assaf St. Jude Benefactor’s Award; Anne Montanti, St. Jude Stewardship Award. - Recipient and James Cavnar, who will receive the Christine E. Lynn Our Lady of Mount Carmel Award

Karen Sprague, recipient of the Golden Apple Educator Award, and the Very Rev. Michael T. Driscoll, pastor of Saint Jude Catholic Church.

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‘A Snowy Day’ comes to Florence Fuller Child Development Centers BOCA RATON -- Mayor Susan Whelchel and Deputy Mayor Susan Haynie participated in the Jumpstart’s Read for the Record at Florence Fuller Child Development Centers (FFCDC) Oct. 7.

Jumpstart’s Read for the Record is a national campaign to set a new world record for the largest shared reading experience on a single day.

As celebrity guest readers, the mayor and deputy mayor read The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats to both the three- and fouryear-old students attending FFCDC. As part of a nationwide

focus to showcase the role reading plays in a young child’s life, mayors around the country joined together to read to children in schools, community centers, libraries, and colleges. The campaign also kicks off Jumpstart’s yearlong program, preparing preschool children in lowincome neighborhoods for success in school and life.

For more than three decades, Florence Fuller Child Development Centers have provided childcare and family support services for economically disadvantaged families.

FFCDC’s mission is to empower these families to

succeed and to prepare the children for a lifetime of positive learning. For more information, call (561) 391-7274 or visit www.ffcdc.org.

Mayor Susan Whelchel reads to Florence Fuller Child Development Centers students.

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West Boca High to sponsor college admissions forum Oct. 20

BOCA RATON - West Raton Raton High School invites parents and students to attend the second College Admissions Forum scheduled for Wednesday, October 20 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in our school’s theater.

Representatives from a cross-section of private colleges and state universities will be on hand to talk about their institutions and to answer questions about the admission process.

Among the universities scheduled to attend this event are University of Miami, Florida State University, University of Florida, Florida Southern College, Stetson University, University of Central Florida, Florida Gulf Coast University, University of South Florida, Boston University, and Florida Atlantic University.

Although this program is for everyone, juniors, seniors, and their parents are strongly encouraged to attend. Anyone with questions about the forum can contact the guidance office at (561) 672-2021.

Florida Atlantic University lists schedule of upcoming events.

BOCA RATON - Florida Atlantic will host the following events: FAU’s Department of Music Presents the FAU Wind Ensemble with Serious Repercussions Sunday, Oct. 17 at 3 p.m. in the University Theatre on FAU’s Boca Raton campus and on Tuesday, October 19 at 8 p.m. in the Eissey Theater on the Palm Beach College Campus at 3160 PGA Boulevard, West Palm Beach. This 55-person ensemble will present a big, bold and brassy band blockbuster that features powerful percussion. H.Owen Reed’s dramatic “La Fiesta Mexicana,” and Michael Daugherty’s requiem for Superman, the “Red Cape Tango,” showoff the passion and precision of the modern wind band. For more information, call 561297-3820. Event is free but

donations are accepted.

Today & Beyond Wellness to host 24th Annual Wellness Expo Wednesday, October 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Recreation and Fitness Center on FAU’s Boca Raton campus. More than 50 exhibitors will provide information, free massages, acupuncture demonstrations, spinal screenings, body fat assessment, free HIV testing, smoking cessation, as well as breast cancer, dermatology, diabetes, sickle cell and environmental information. For more information, contact Today & Beyond Wellness at 561-297-1048.

FAU’s Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College hosts a special open house for international baccalaureate or advanced international certificate in education students.

It will take place Saturday,

October 23 from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. at FAU’s John D. MacArthur Campus, 5353 Parkside Drive, Jupiter.

For directions, more information or to R.S.V.P., contact the admissions office at 561-7998646 or 1-800-920-8705, or visit www.honorscollege.edu.

FAU’s Department of Music will present the first Piano Faculty in Concert program (free, but donations are suggested) on Saturday, October 23 at 7:30 p.m. in the University Theatre on FAU’s Boca Raton campus.The program includes performances by world-renowned pianists Judith Burganger , Heather Coltman, Irena Kofman, Krisztina Kover, Anne Louise-Turgeon, David Rossow, Leonid Treer and Edward Turgeon. For more information, call 561-297-2830.

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For all you consumers out there that can’t get enough good buys, we feature offers at a 50 percent discount. For instance, a deal that originally cost $100 at your local business will only cost you half that price on our website.

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Boca woman gained strength, courage during breast cancer battle

By Dale M. King BOCA RATON – “There is still humor and joy in life even after a breast cancer diagnosis. Regardless of the prognosis, if you’re alive, there’s hope. Only our Creator will determine check-out time.”

Roxanna Trinka, a Boca Raton resident, president and CEO of Baseline Engineering and an eight-year survivor of breast cancer, placed those words on her own special breast cancer support website around the time she was undergoing treatment for the dreaded disease.

But she has never dwelt on dread. To those in the same predicament, she offers empathy, but not sympathy; support and understanding. Inspirational words fill that site at www. youcanthrive.com.

The Boca businesswoman told the Boca Raton Tribune she is in the process of compiling the writings from the site into a book to offer assistance, support and courage to breast cancer patients.

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SPEAKING OF STYLE

By Kay Renz

We at The Boca Raton Tribune, encourage youngsters to follow their passion of writing and encourage them by posting article sent to us. Today, we want to thank Gabriela Barbieri in her great review of the show Adam Lambert had at the Hard Rock Hotel earlier this month.

By Gabriela Barbieri (8th Grader at American Heritage Middle School) The very talented Adam Lambert performed at the Hard Rock Cafe on September 19thon his SOLD OUT TOUR. The fans were very nice and extravagantly dressed! One of them, whose name was Andrea Russo, was wearing an original design, created and designed by herself based on the Rolling Stones’ Magazine cover of the Adam Lambert is-

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sue. She said she likes costumes and has been to a lot of Adam’s concerts.

“He is really worth it,” she said.

She personally got to meet Adam, showed him a CD she had been working on, and got her magazine signed. Adam, as we all know, has an astonishing talent with his wide range of amazing vocals. Hard Rock was the 71st show of his National Glam Tour,

and his last show “on the road”.

The theme of the show, as he stated on stage, was love.

His opening act was Allison Iraheta, a contestant from American Idol. She may be young, only 17, but her vocals are powerful and she has got a bright future ahead of her.

Hard Rock’s remarkable sound system can match even the loudest crowds, and the instruments and vocals of the artists were heard to a tee. Adam Lambert played with 4 great band members: 2 guitarists, a drummer, and a female keyboardist. He also brought a dance crew, and they preformed energetically and skillfully though all of the songs.

A few of the songs he sang were Ring of Fire, Whataya Want From Me, Strut, Aftermath, Sure Fire Winners and a few more. My only criticism was that I think he should have played more songs, with less of a delay between each one. All in all, it was a great show, and in future shows I have faith that he will only get better, and become a household name in music.

Footwear is fabulous this fall! So many choices… too bad we only have two feet! If you have been shoe shopping lately you are no doubt delighted by the diversity; so many looks to love and something for everyone.

Traditionalists who crave a slim sexy high heel will adore the stilettos of the season, done perfectly by Prada and Dior. The influence of Mad Men is affecting fashion is in a big way, so the lady-like look is all the rage with lace, velvet, bows, suedes and more.

In need of firmer footing? Safer chunky heels are still big sellers. Check out Kors and Ferragamo. Wedges are still holding strong with great looks by Bottega Veneta and Marni, and platforms, especially when done with Stuart Weitzman’s style are a must.

Details, details, details. Shoes this season have lots going on: bright colors, metallics, straps, buckles, animal prints and textures. Feet are definitely the focus!

Of course the biggest must for the season are boots!

From booties to thigh highs - they are everywhere.

While there are all sorts of styles on the shelves, what’s really appealing are the booties with all the cutouts.... open toes, laser cuts, straps and sling backs. This is so Florida! We get all the cool of the trend but it’s practical!

Naturally, I know many of you won’t be able to resist the more traditional boot, and the thigh highs are hot because of all the celebs

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BOCA RATON - The Boca Raton Historical Society kicked off the season with Oktoberfest 2010 October 2 the F.E.C. Railway Station, Count de Hoernle Pavilion, at 747 South Dixie Highway in Boca Raton.

The evening included German beer and food, along with the sounds of The Sheffield Brothers Band, and young aspiring opera singer Madison MacIntosh. An old fashioned ca-ke auction, with German baked goods, was the evening’s highlight. All cakes and strudels were provi-ded by board members and volunteers, including Joyce DeVita, Lisa Vander Ploeg and Sheila Aucamp. The baked goods sold for $100 -$150 each.

Sponsors of the event were Madelyn Savarick; Edward W. Toomey & fami-ly; George Brown; Chapin Bellerano & Cheslack P.A.; Derek & Lisa Vander Ploeg; Ken & Lori Konsker; Don & Muriel Smith; Ruth McGoldrick and Flossy Keesely. Committee members included Debbie Abrams, Helen Ballerano, Mary Csar, Joyce DeVita, Kathy Qualman, Madelyn Sava-rick, Lisa Vander Ploeg, Natalie Warren and Dawn Zook.

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“It’s one more step in the support process,” she said.

Also in the works are webinars to share information, treatment ideas, options and stories for and about those with breast cancer.

Actually, she said, the site is designed to be a source of empowerment, encouragement, inspiration and support for those experiencing any kind of hardship, and to assist their family members and friends.

Trinka is not a woman who lets cancer – or anything else – get her down. She recalls the 18-hour period that began when her doctor called her with the horrific diagnosis.

“I wasn’t surprised,” she said. “I had had a lumpectomy and the doctor said it didn’t look good.”

That night, “after we finished crying,” she and her husband, Bill, went to dinner. He was so upset that he suffered a cardiac incident that landed him in the emergency room.

“A doctor told me that you can be scared to death,” said Roxanna.

The following morning, a

veterinarian administered too much anesthetic while treating their dog – and the pet died.

Giving up was never an option, she said. But she did feel vulnerable. “You don’t know if you are going to the right doctors and making the right decisions.”

She kept her morale up by sharing stories and photos on the website. Many pictures show her without hair. In one, she is standing there, bald, with her arms up in the air, imitating Popeye’s “I’m strong to the finish” attitude.

Roxanna was strong, and now feels great. She continues to run her company and is a member of many civic groups.

She thanks her husband, Bill, for his love and aid.

“He was my rock” through it all, she said. She is also proud of daughter, Chelsea, who offers her own ideas on the website.

When Roxanna finished her last treatment, she said, “I just wanted to escape.

We took the boat and went to the Bahamas for two weeks. And I kept getting stronger.”

She said her doctor told her a relapse was not likely.

The tumor removed was in stage 1, phase 1. “My physician said I was cured,” she said, “and that’s pretty bold language coming from a doctor.”

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY

LINDA ON THE SCENE

By Linda Gove

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Think Pink Rocks Events Eizabeth Weprin and Stephanie Robin

Elizabeth Weprin and Stephanie Robin and Amy Seidman

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By Skip Sheffield

‘Secretariat’ a winner for all time

“Secretariat” is a good, oldfashioned, rah-rah sports movie, but it is more; an emotional underdog story about a determined woman and her equally determined horse.

The woman is Penny Chenery, portrayed by Diane Lane.

I have admired Diane Lane ever since I saw her in “The Outsiders” when she was only 17-years-old. Lane has paradoxical qualities: she is beautiful and femi-

nine but a little rough and tough, worldly, and above all, sexy.

These are the perfect qualities to play Penny Chenery, who is described as an “ordinary housewife,” but really is a most extraordinary person.

Chenery was the owner of Secretariat, one of the most extraordinary racehorses of all time, and the last one to win the Triple Crown of the Kentucky Derby, Belmont and the Preakness

in 1973. Secretariat set records in the first two races that stand to this day.

As magnificent as Big Red (Secretariat’s nickname) was, the movie is as much about Penny Chenery’s personal struggle to train, compete and triumph in a lame-dominated sport.

The story begins back in 1969 in Virginia with an agreement struck by Penny’s father (Scott Glenn) and his wealthy, friendly rival, Ogden Phipps

Poster for “Waiting for Superman”

(James Cromwell). A coin toss was proposed to determine the pick of the next two foals of two championship horses. Phipps chose a weanling filly he thought was a sure thing.

Chenery “lost” with the colt that would change the face of American horse racing.

Adapting from journalist William Nack’s non-fiction book, Mike Rich has devised a gripping double underdog story that builds under Randall Wallace’s direction through trials, tribulations, setbacks and, finally, edge-of –the-seat racing triumphs. John Malkovich lends humor, pride and determination to his French-Canadian trainer, Lucien Laurin.

Particularly rewarding is

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John Malkovich and Diane Lane in “Secretariat”

the final display of photos of the real characters, including the fabled horse.

“Secretariat” is inspirational in an old-fashioned, can-do American way. It seems a miracle that Penny Chenery’s marriage survived all the challenges of her husband’s skepticism, the expenses of thoroughbred racing and her own defiant self-determination.

But as the movie poster declares, this is “The Impossible True Story.” You will laugh, thrill and probably weep. This is Walt Disney entertainment at its best.

Four stars

‘Waiting for Superman’ a disconcerting documentary “Waiting for Superman” is the most important film documentary since “An Inconvenient Truth.”

It is no coincidence that both films were directed by Davis Guggenheim, a man who really knows how to make a point forcefully.

“Superman” should do for American public education what “Inconvenient Truth” did for global warming.

Guggenheim accomplished his goal by finding five appealing, typical kids facing challenges in obtaining a quality education and following the children through a school year in home towns of The Bronx, New York, Harlem, Washington, D.C., Detroit and Los Angeles.

Guggenheim barrages us with grim facts and figures between scenes showing the children at home and in schools labeled as “dropout factories.”

Contrasting the stories of failure is that of Bronx inner city native Geoffrey Canada, who rose above his circumstances and started a miraculously successful charter school in the worst part of Harlem.

Why a charter school, you might ask?

The simple answer is teachers’ unions and tenure rules. Defending the teachers’ point of view is teachers’ union president Randi Weingarten.

There is no simple answer to the fact of why America has slipped behind so much of the civilized

world in education over the past 50 years, just as there is no simple answer regarding global warming.

“Superman” promises to be as controversial and volatile as “Inconvenient Truth,” but for those of us who have children in the public school system, or simply care about the kids struggling now, “Superman” is a ray of light shed on a very dark issue. Let the debates begin.

Three and a half stars

“Never Let Me Go” a mournful horror film “Never Let Me Go” is a mournful, melancholy melodrama based on the 2005 novel by Japanese-born British author, Kazuo Ishiguro.

Carey Mulligan stars as Kathy H, a girl raised in a sequestered boarding school in Hailsham, England.

Kathy’s best friends are Tom (Andrew Garfield) and Ruth (Keira Knightly).

What the kids don’t realize until too late is that they are clones being cultivated expressly as donors of organs for ailing human beings.

As horrifying as that thought is, screenwriter Alex Garland and director Mark Romanek pour on the melodrama with the specter of a doomed romantic triangle with all its regrets.

What “Never Let Me Go” does prove is that Mulligan, Knightly and Garfield are three of the best and brightest young actors of their generation.

REBECCA REPORTS

By Rebecca Coleman

Night and day, Boca Raton is bustling with special events

I attended two of the society calendar’s major fundraisers this last week. One took place in daylight, The Junior League of Boca Raton’s 23rd Annual Volunteer of the Year Award. The other started in the dark, Soroptimist International’s 37th Women of Distinction Annual Awards Breakfast, and ended in daylight!

More than 900 people filled the ballroom at The Boca Resort & Club for the first of Boca Raton’s “mega” fundraising luncheons to honor 31 nominees chosen for the ultimate Volunteer of the Year Award. Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation was presenting sponsor for the second year.

As well as lunch, we enjoyed the visual feast of the SAKS Fifth Avenue fashion show which as usual kept the audience spellbound before the announcement of the award.

This year, the award went to the effervescent Brooke Qualk, nominated for her work with Home Safe Foundation. It was indeed Brooke’s lucky day as earlier she had won the raffle

for the VIP Chandelier Table which meant her table of guests got to de-camp from the rest of us and sit on a platform beneath an elegant chandelier and sip champagne with lunch.

And there’s an entertaining twist- the Chandelier Table concept and raffle was originally Brooke’s idea!

Congratulations to Brooke and to Jackie Reeves WVOY Chair and her team!

The second major event on the social calendar was the annual “Early Bird Special.” No, not the Denny’s variety, but Soroptimist International’s Women of Distinction Annual Awards Breakfast At Boca West Country Club. This is one of the feel-good events the community turns out for en masse. Mayor Susan Whelchel set the tone by reading a city proclamation.

I was seated at Rosemary and Ben Krieger’s table and able to congratulate Rosemary when she received a well-deserved Lifetime Achievement Award.

Congratulations Rose-

mary!

Long-standing Awards Breakfast Platinum sponsors Dr. Marta Rendon and Dr. Patricia Rooney thoughtfully gave guests a gift certificate for facial treatments -it was 7:30 in the morning so I thought that was inspired marketing!

Fortunately Boca West’s coffee is one of the stronger java brews so it’s easy to revive once you arrive!

I love this event as it honors such a wide spectrum of women in the non-profit and corporate worlds.

Congratulations to Lorry Herdeen, Kim Champion and Honorary Chair Kathy Adkins for another well organized and well deserved salute to so many “unsung heroes”.

Of course I have to mention the mistress of ceremonies, the wonderful Emily Lilly, who set the tone perfectly with her trademark closing remarks, “Thank you for coming and have a happy day!”

I couldn’t agree more!

And that is life in Boca….

Two and a half stars

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DIVORCE FLORIDA STYLE

By Mike Gora

Paternity suit needed to determine child support in ‘divorce’ for common law marriage Question: Until a week ago, I lived with a man in Coral Springs for seven years, although we never married.

We own a home together, own a bank account together, jointly own two cars, and chipped in to buy furniture.

Most importantly, we have a son, five years old.

He announced he was moving out a week before he moved. During that week, we agreed on a division of the furniture and cars. He wants to sell the house, and I want to keep it. He thinks he ought to get more than half of the house money, if we sell, or if one buys out the other, because he says he put up the down payment, and makes the mortgage payments.

I told him that the house should be half-and-half because that’s the way the title is held, and while he made the mortgage payments, I spent my whole check on running the house, paying the car payments and most other bills.

We could not agree on the amount that he was to pay me in child support, or the time-sharing of our son. He and I are both from a state which still recognizes common law marriage. After he left, I found out, on the Internet, that Florida does not have common law mar-

riage. How do we get out of this mess?

Answer: Florida law provides legal remedies, which gives our circuit courts the jurisdiction (power) to resolve the issues that you have described. Any divorce attorney can help you through the process, even though it would not, technically, be a divorce case, because you are not married.

To establish the correct amount of child support and child raising responsibility and access, it will be necessary to file a paternity lawsuit against the child’s father. Even though you have indicated that there was never a doubt as to the identity of the father, and even if your friend was listed on the birth certificate as the child’s father, the paternity suit is required to confirm his legal responsibility as the father.

The judge in the paternity suit will be able enter a final judgment establishing your former friend as the legal father, and set child support according to the Florida child support guidelines statute usually used in divorce cases.

The judge will also be able to design a parenting plan, providing for “visitation”, now usually called access to your child, if the two of

you cannot agree upon a plan, just as if the two of you had married. The judge will, as in divorce cases, retain jurisdiction over the two of you and your child for purposes of enforcement of his or her ruling and modification of support and access issues until the child becomes an adult.

A second count can be added to your lawsuit for partition (division) of the home you own together. There is a presumption that the proceeds from the sale of the house be divided equally, because you both hold the title. The judge, however, can under very narrow circumstances decide that the proceeds of the sale of the house be divided unequally, based upon past agreements between you, and your individual contributions to the purchase and upkeep of the home through the years.

If the two of you cannot agree on selling the house to one or the other, and cannot agree how to market the house to strangers, the judge can order the house sold at the courthouse steps, at auction. After the judge rules on the division of the equity it would probably be better to agree on a normal sales plan than to allow the auction to go forward.

Michael H. Gora has been certified by the Board of Specialization of The Florida Bar as a specialist in family and matrimonial law.

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FAITH

By Pastor Sandy

Consequences of God (Part 3)

This is the third in a series considering the issue of “God” and his existence.

One of the first evidences for the existence of God is the universal belief in God. Anyone who is familiar at all with human history knows that man is religious. Humans at all times and in almost every place have believed in the existence of God. Prehistoric structures (Stonehenge in England, Hagar Qim and the Hypogeum in Malta, etc.) all testify to the fact that man is a “religious animal,” distinct and radically different from the beasts and all living creatures upon the face of the earth. The earliest civilizations (Sumerians, Egyptians, Incas, etc.) all without exception had a strong sense of religion. And even today, with all of our technological and scientific advancements, according to Oxford University Press World Christian Encyclopedia, 84 percent of the world’s population belongs to some form of organized religion, which at the end of 2009 equals 5.7 billion people who belong to about 10,000 distinct religions.

To some, belief in God seems to be a process of natural evolution. In his 1871 book, The Descent of Man, Charles Darwin noted that anthropologists conclude that “a belief in all-pervading spiritual

agencies seems to be universal; and apparently follows from a considerable advance in the reasoning powers of man, and from a still greater advance in his faculties of imagination, curiosity and wonder.”(Darwin, C. 1871.

The Descent of Man. London: John Murray, Vol. 2, 395.)

Along similar lines, Michael Shermer, noted skeptic, states, “around 5,000 to 7,000 years ago, as bands and tribes began to coalesce into chiefdoms and states, even before the invention of government, religions were the first social institutions to codify moral behaviors into ethical principles, and God evolved as the ultimate enforcer of the rules.” (Shermer, Michael.

1999. How We Believe. New York: Henry Holt/Times Books.) Mr. Shermer believes the gods will always be with us because they are hard-wired into our brains.

According to the Bible, this religious nature was placed there by God. The writer of Ecclesiastes referred to God as having “set eternity in the hearts of men” (Ecc. 3.11). Blaise Pascal, the great seventeenth-century mathematician, wrote of “the God-shaped vacuum” in every person.

For all of modern man’s sophistication and advance-

ments, the issue of God just won’t go away. “The conclusion we reach in our reflection on this question has the most momentous consequences in the orientation of our thinking and our daily living” (Ways of Thinking About God, Edward Sillem, p.1). If there is a God, knowing Him will be the ultimate key to our existence. If there is a God, morals, laws, conscience, our constant appeal to right and wrong, all make sense. “Belief in God is genuinely coherent with all we know about ourselves and our universe. It contradicts no known facts and it makes sense of many things that would otherwise be inexplicable” (The Quest for Faith: Pointers to God; C. Stephen Evans, p.131).

Augustine, the fifth-century church father said it best: “Our hearts are restless until they rest in thee.” The fact that a vast majority of humanity has believed in God or gods does not prove His existence, but it becomes a beginning reference point to keep in mind as we evaluate the other evidences. The question the reader must consider is not whether the majority of men believe in God, but why do they believe, and how did that concept get there in the first place?

Pastor Sandy Huntsman - Administrative Pastor Boca Glades Baptist Church - www.bocaglades.org

Tropical Updates TROPICAL UPDATE

By Jennifer Natalie Ortega

What do you see when you look up into the sky?

You look up into the sky and what do you see? Yes, you said it, CLOUDS! Ever been curious to know a little bit more about those white fluffy marshmallows that float above us?

Clouds effectively serve the purpose of bringing weather. Whether it’s to embellish the environment with rain or snow, they can just as easily reflect light and hold in heat for a warm winter day.

The sky is made up of three different cloud levels.

Low clouds develop from the ground up to 6,500 feet, while middle clouds range from 6,500 feet to as high as 25,000 feet. High clouds however are almost at the end of the sky, ranging from their lowest of 10,000 feet all the way to an extended 60,000 feet.

The area that clouds occupy and develop in is called the troposphere. This is the lowest layer of the Earth’s atmosphere and where the weather takes place.

The troposphere starts at the Earth’s surface and ends 20 kilometers in the sky. That’s nearly 12 miles!

The area over the troposphere is the stratosphere.

This probably sounds a bit more familiar to you as

this is the area where commercial airlines pilot fly.

In the stratosphere, there is no weather because there are no clouds, so technically airplanes fly over the weather!

Four basic cloud categories occupy the troposphere.

Clouds that are thin and wispy in appearance are cirrus clouds found in the high level. They appear to be at the top of the sky and usually point in the direction of the wind at their elevation.

Nimbus clouds are known to be rain clouds, typically forming closer to the ground in the lower level area. They can become dark and bring steady precipitation. These clouds tend to get lower to the ground when they release rain.

Clouds that come so low

to the ground that at times are also known to be fog, are strato clouds. Strato’s are generally only a couple of hundred feet from the ground, covering the complete sky like a blanket and bringing gloomy weather.

And finally, what we all recognize in the sky to be the famous marshmallow clouds are cumulo clouds.

They are big fluffy balls that build vertically in the sky. The height of cumulo’s depends on the humidity of the rising air. These marshmallows at their highest level can reach over 60,000 feet.

Whether you end up looking at the clouds in the sky today or tomorrow, you’ll now wonder a little less about their existence in the vastly open blue space.

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BARRY’S BUZZ

By Barry Epstein

* U. S. Senate candidate Kendrick Meek was asked by the Peoples PAC of Palm Beach County to withdraw from the race. Meek cancelled a meeting yesterday with Palm Beach County Commissioner Burt Aaronson, who is calling a press conference today and is expected to endorse Charlie Crist who received the endorsement of Robert Kennedy yesterday also. * Not only was Ron Klein at the fundraiser that President Obama attended at Alonzo Mourning’s $12.5 million, 8 bedroom, 8 bath, 13,000 square foot home in Coral Gables Monday night, but so was Congressman Ted Deutch, both of whom spoke at the West Boca Chamber of Commerce breakfast sponsored

by Sacks Sax Caplan at Boca Lago Country Club. President Obama slipped up, calling Klein Ron Klaine, veep Joe Biden’s Chief of Staff and a strong ally for Israel. Joining Mourning were Miami Heat players Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh and former L.A. Laker and NBA Hall of Famer Magic Johnson.

The event reportedly raised $1 million for Congressional Democrats. At the Lynn University debate with Allen West, Klein pointed out West didn’t answer questions put to him directly.

Polls say the race is very close. * Abu Dhabi, Munich, and Madrid were the first places to get ATM machines that dispense gold bars. Next up for the gold ATM is America, and the first two cities to get the machines are Las Vegas and Boca Raton.

That’s right, the city famous for 4 o’clock dinners is now getting the world’s best example of on-the-go bling. The company installing the machine in Boca

hasn’t announced the location.

But it’s time to start preparing for what to do once it arrives.

You don’t want to just stuff bullion under your bed. * Support Forgotten Soldiers Outreach at a fun-filled football themed party on Sunday, October 17th from 12:30PM to 6PM at the new Neighborhood Sports Bar and Grill in Boca Raton. When you arrive, “Throw for the Soldiers.”

Show off your best quarterback moves in our football toss. It’s only $1 a throw and all proceeds benefit FSO. For each winning throw you will receive 15% off your next food bill at Neighborhood Sports Bar, limit five wins per person. Neighborhood will be serving a buffet for the event at $15 per person, with one-third being donated to FSO. The sports bar will also provide tickets for 15% off your next dinner for those guests who bring four or more items that the soldiers need.

The specific items must be: beef jerky, batteries, powdered drink mixes, disposable cameras, baby wipes, or travel size only of mouthwash, baby powder, dental floss and shaving cream. For more information or to reserve a table for a specific game during the day, please call The Neighborhood Sports Bar at 561-241-6081. 6450 N. Federal Highway. www.neighborhoodsportsbar.com. * She is IN IT TO END IT! Lynn Fedoriw of Boca Raton will join together with thousands of dedicated women and men in the upcoming Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Charlotte, to raise funds and awareness to help defeat breast cancer and support those facing the disease. Lynn will participate in the noncompetitive event by completing a marathon and a half (39.3 miles) over the weekend of October 23 24, 2010. This is her third time

participating in the Avon Walk and she is training hard and raising funds in preparation for the event. Lynn Fedoriw has set a fundraising goal of $2,500.

To make a donation, contact Lynn Fedoriw by email to lynnwalks39.3@bellsouth.net or donate on-line at her Avon Walk web-site www.avonwalk. org/goto/lynn.fedoriw. * The October 28 West Boca Chamber network will be at Southwinds Golf Course. Costs and information is on www. westbocachamber.com. RSVP to info@westbocachamber. com. The Nov. 9 breakfast, sponsored by ebarbershop. com, will feature noted political consultant and Lynn University professor Dr. Robert Watson on what the election results mean to us. * The second West Boca Women in Business monthly network and luncheon, Nov. 3 will feature “Growing Your KASH Box” presented by Nancy Proffitt, The Profitable Business Coach, 11:30 am. to 1 pm, City Fish Market,7940 Glades Road (at the turnpike). RSVP to info@westbocachamber.com or call 482.9333. * The 6th season of Culture and Cocktails returns on Monday, November 8, with Back Stage Whispers: A Conversation with Show Biz Veterans, including Andrew Kato of the Maltz Jupiter Theatre, former NYC Ballet principal dancer Philip Neal, director/choreographer Kimberly Dawn Smith and theater reviewer Hap Erstein.

5 to 7 p.m. at Cafe Boulud, Palm Beach. Sponsored by the Palm Beach County Cultural Council. $35 per person. Call 561.472.3330 for further information. * Movies opening this week include Nowhere Boy, Red, Jackass 3D, I Want Your Money and Heartbreaker.

Barry Epstein, APR, is a noted public relations, marketing and political consultant based in Boca Raton, and is president of the West Boca Chamber of Commerce (www.westbocachamber.com).

His website is www.publicrelations.nu

Lynn alumnus, Zimbabwe native and social entrepreneur raises funds for African children BOCA RATON - Kuda Biza. a 24-year-old Lynn University alumnus from Harare, Zimbabwe, has found a job and a calling.

Actually, he founded the company itself - Authentic Fashion Renaissance (AFR) Clothing - in September 2009. The firm is dedicated to educating children in Africa.

“The purchase of one shirt will educate one child in Africa,” said Biza.

“AFR Clothing is a social entrepreneurship firm,” he said. “We are committed to donating a portion of our proceeds to charitable organizations in ‘AFR’ica for educational purposes.”

This summer, AFR Clothing made its first donation of 7,200 South African Rands - equivalent to about $1,008 U.S. dollars - to Nurturing Orphans of AIDS for Humanity (NOAH), an organization in South Africa that takes care of orphans and other vulnerable children.

Later this year, AFR Clothing plans to donate to Ndoro Children’s Charities, a Zimbabwean organization that also caters to orphans.

The donation to NOAH was particularly significant because the check was hand

Kuda Biza

delivered by a group of Lynn students while on an annual study tour to South Africa. The tour, led by Lynn advisors Shaun Exsteen and Dylan Kendrick, focused on education in Africa. “Once AFR Clothing takes off, we’d like to hand deliver every donation,” said Biza. “It’s important to connect with the lives you are changing.”

According to Biza, his education at Lynn inspired and motivated him to make AFR Clothing a reality. “I was able to write the AFR Clothing business plan using what I learned in my business classes,” he said.

“Also, some of my professors helped me adjust the strategy and gave me directions for the way forward.”

“AFR Clothing is my way of making a difference in the world,” said Biza. “I grew up in Sub-Saharan Africa, and although I was raised in a middle-class family, I

Shauw (left) and Dylan Kendrick (right) deliver a check from AFR Clothing to NOAH while on a Lynn study tour in South Africa

have witnessed first-hand the plight faced by millions of people there.”

“As a global citizen, I strongly feel that it is my responsibility to make the world a better place in whatever way I can. I believe education is the greatest gift you can give anyone. That is why all AFR Clothing donations are for education.”

Biza is a two-time graduate of Lynn, first earning his bachelor of science in business with specializations in international business and aviation management in 2009, then earning his MBA in financial valuation and investment management in 2010.

“I want to become a serial entrepreneur before I enter international development,” said Biza when asked about his plans for the future. “My goal is to set up a few business ventures all over the world before I become an ambassador for my country.”

Currently, Biza is participating in a distance-learning course with Guglielmo Marconi University in Rome, Italy, while completing an internship at Jarden Consumer Solutions’ global headquarters in Boca Raton and continuing to expand AFR Clothing. Find AFR Clothing on Facebook and online.

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Dr. Louise Morrell named medical director for Lynn Cancer Institute at Boca Regional Hospital

BOCA RATON - Boca Raton Regional Hospital has announced the appointment of Louise E. Morrell, MD, as medical director at its Eugene M. and Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute.

Dr. Morrell’s appointment is the result of a national search and final review of more than a dozen candidates from some of the country’s most prestigious cancer programs and facilities.

“It is with great enthusiasm and confidence that we make this important announcement for our hospital,” said Jerry Fedele, president and CEO at Boca Regional. “Dr. Morrell has demonstrated her significant capabilities as both a clinician and leader in the exceptional accomplishments that have been realized at our renowned Center for Breast Care at the Christine E. Lynn Women’s Health and Wellness

Institute at Boca Raton Regional Hospital.

She was the unanimous choice of our search committee in what was a very competitive and impressive selection process.”

Dr. Morrell joined Boca Raton Regional Hospital in 1995 as medical director for the Center for Breast Care. Under her stewardship, the center has become the most experienced and comprehensive program in the region, seeing 90,000 procedures a year.

In 1996, she created the center’s unique high-risk and genetic assessment programs and in 2002 was an integral part of the hospital’s initiative to expand the Lynn Cancer Institute and build its $75 million, state-of-the-art Sandler Pavilion.

Dr. Morrell has been a champion of multi-modality care for breast cancer patients, which has become the Center for Breast Care’s hallmark in the way it provides treatment and service to a woman diagnosed with the disease.

She is recognized throughout South Florida for her role as an educator and spokesperson for breast cancer awareness, prevention and genetic counsel-

ing, as well as an advocate for the research and development of advances in imaging and treatment of breast disease.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree with majors in chemistry and psychology from Indiana University and completed medical school at Washington University School of Medicine. She completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at Jewish Hospital and a fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at Barnes and Jewish Hospital in St. Louis.

Prior to joining Boca Regional, Dr. Morrell held the position of assistant professor of medicine within the Division of Oncology at the University of Miami.

In making the Hospital’s announcement, Fedele also noted Dr Morrell’s predecessor, Philip Smith MD. “Dr. Smith’s vision for the Lynn Cancer Institute resulted in a facility that would be the envy of many academic medical centers,” he said. “Dr. Smith’s leadership and clinical expertise, coupled with his collaboration with the exceptional cancer specialists at Boca Regional, created the strong foundation for a clinical oncology program that is the equal of the best programs nationally. We certainly thank Dr. Smith for all that he has done for us and the patients we serve.”

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ANDY CAPP

CAFE CON LECHE

NEST HEADS

ON A CLAIRE DAY

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DOG TALK WITH UNCLE MATTY

Breed Hysteria Five dogs. Zero socialization. One unsuspecting little boy. The result, however tragic, is no surprise.

When 2-year-old Jacob Bisbee opened the door to his grandfather’s garage, he had no idea of the danger that waited just on the other side. His grandfather, however, did.

Steven Hayashi, 52, of Concord, Calif., was charged with felony child endangerment and possession of mischievous animals after three of his five dogs fatally mauled his grandson.

Hayashi told police he “ignored the warning signs” after one of the dogs killed his Chihuahua.

All five of Hayashi’s dogs were destroyed after the incident. Unfortunately, all five were pit bulls.

It’s unfortunate because it’s a distraction. Once a person reads that a dog attack involved a pit bull, they tune out: This information doesn’t apply to me. Whatever the dog owner’s contribution, it doesn’t matter, because pit bulls are inherently vicious. I don’t and never will own a pit bull, so this could never happen to me. Those dogs should be banned.

But say Hayashi had five Labs, America’s do-nowrong breed. Say those Labs, like his pit bulls, lived in a garage, were

sometimes tied up in the yard and had little if any socialization with people.

Say those Labs, like his pit bulls, were not neutered or spayed, lived as a pack and had zero training. At this point, save three hots and a cot, what’s the difference between the hypothetical Labs and a pack of wild animals?

More to the point: Would you bet everything on the door that stood between your child and that pack?

For whatever reason, people are determined to make this a breed issue. In that case, it’s a poodle issue and a dachshund issue and a shepherd issue and a beagle issue and a husky issue, as well as a pit bull, Rottweiler and Doberman issue.

It’s a dog issue. More than anything, it’s a dog owner issue.

Dog owners the world over refuse to educate their dogs.

They don’t have the money.

They don’t have the time.

They don’t have the motivation until it’s too late.

And untrained, unsocialized dogs of all breeds inevitably develop problems.

The question is no longer: What can we learn from this incident? There have been so many incidents, so many “teachable moments” that sparked media frenzy and breed hysteria but little in the way of discernible

progress.

The question now is: When are we going to learn?

Almost a decade ago, a 4-pound Pomeranian killed an infant in her crib. Just last week, I got a call from a reader with two Chihuahuas - one had just taken out the eyeball of the other in a dogfight. If we banned every breed that had ever been involved in the biting of a child or another dog, the domesticated canine would find itself on the endangered species list.

When are we going to learn that an untrained, unsocialized animal in the house is the equivalent of a loaded weapon in the cookie jar?

Maybe your child gets away with a little shrapnel in the leg. Maybe he’s not so lucky. Do you take the chance?

If a person were to chug a bottle of Jim Beam before driving their car through the world’s busiest intersection, most of civilized society would concede that the driver had grossly shunned his responsibility to consider the reasonable expectation of danger inherent in his actions. If no one gets injured or killed, it’s extraordinary luck or divine intervention. If someone does, it’s no surprise.

But no one yells, “Ban the Camry!”

Woof!

PET OF THE WEEK

Bessie is praying for someone to give her a loving home Story, photo by Pam D’Addio Hi, I’m Bessie, and 1-yearold female Lab mix, about 40 pounds.

The first thing you notice about me may be my big ears...cute, huh? The better to hear you call me for dinner with!

But I’m so much more than a unique, pretty dog. I know how to sit if you ask me to, and I’m housebroken. Someone taught me all that but forgot how important it is to spay or neuter, so I had some adorable puppies even though there are already so many wonderful dogs in the world who are homeless.

They’ve been adopted so it’s my turn now to get on with my life. I’m friendly and sweet, and just praying for someone to love me.

Ask to meet me so you can be that someone!

I’m available for adop-

tion at Tri-County Humane Society, a no-kill animal shelter located at 21287 Boca Rio Road in Boca Raton. The shelter is open for adoptions Tuesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Adoption fees for companion animals are $110 and up. Animals are heartworm-tested and upto-date on vaccinations.

Included in the adoption fee is one year of free office visits to I’m available for

adoption at Tri-County Humane Society, a no-kill animal shelter located at 21287 Boca Rio Road in Boca Raton. The shelter is open for adoptions Tuesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Adoption fees for companion animals are $110 and up.

Animals are heartworm-tested and upto-date on vaccinations. Included in the adoption fee is one year of free office visits to Regency Veterinary Clinic.

Please visit us to find a lost pet or to consider adding a shelter dog or cat to your family. We have puppies and kittens, too! Call (561) 482-8110 or view many of our available animals and volunteer opportunities at: www.tricountyhumane.org.

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MY PET After a walk in the rain on a recent dreary day in Palm Beach County, 4-year-old Peanut rests while he dries, wrapped in a big fluffy towel. Peanut is owned by Boca Raton Tribune Managing Editor Dale King and his wife, Julia Hebert. (Actually, Peanut owns them.) He’s a poodle who may have a little mix of Maltese or Bichon. He’s happiest when his mommy and daddy are home with him.

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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL RESULTS

Olympic Heights loses 23-7 at home to district rival Archbishop McCarthy On a night in which all eyes and ears around South Florida tuned in to watch the Lions and Mavericks play as part of “Football Night in South Florida”, fans saw a one sided win by district powerhouse Archbishop McCarthy.

Olympic Heights equaled Archbishop McCarthy in total offense, but the Lions couldn’t match the Mavericks scoring in a 23-7 loss last Thursday night at home.

Their second loss to a district opponent puts the Lions (3-2, 0-2 in District 14-3A) in a difficult spot to reach the postseason. “It’s out of our hands now,” coach Mitch Henghold said.

Each team gained 318 yards on offense and the Lions earned 22 first downs compared with the Mavericks’ 13, but Archbishop McCarthy put theirs to better use. The Lions rushed for 268 yards; the Mavericks gained 219 yards through the air.

The Mavericks (3-0, 1-0 in District 14-3A) scored first on the longest play of the game, a 68-yard catchand-run touchdown from Michael Armiento to Ryan Selimos.

Juwan King scored on a 2-yard run to give the Mavericks a 13-0 lead in the first quarter.

Senior Tavon Jenkins capped a 13-play, 80-yard drive with a 3-yard run to bring some life in the Li-

on’s offence but it was no avail.

Archbishop added to the score with a Marshall Morgan 46-yard field goal in the third quarter and a 5-yard touchdown run by King in the fourth quarter.

The Lions were able to move the ball consistently in their possessions, but every time, they came up empty.

Near the end of the first half, the Lions’ 12-play drive that had brought them inside the Mavericks’ 10 yard-line

ended with an incomplete pass on fourth down.

“We were kind of emotionally spent at halftime and couldn’t get back into in.”

Henghold said.

Early in the fourth quarter, a Lions drive ended with a fumble on the 11th play at the Mavericks’ 22 yardline.

And their last bid to score was stopped when junior quarterback Matt Kelly (9for-13 for 70 yards) threw his only interception near the goal line.

This week the Lions next opponent is Boynton Beach High School on Thursday October 14th.

Kickoff is at 7pm.

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Bobcats lose two in a row as trip to Glades Central ends in a big loss.

Article and photo by: Jon Ricco

The Boca Raton Bobcats headed up to the middle of the state to play Glades Central and were sent back home with a disappointing loss. The Bobcats lost 40-7 in a game in which they had no offensive game. The Bobcats fall to 1-4 on the season.

The Bobcats next game is at home this Friday Octo-

ber 15 as they host Santaluces High School. This will be the start of a two game stretch at home to try and salvage the rest of the season.

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Behind Morris’s big game, FAU drops its fourth in a row By: Jon Ricco Alfred Morris would run for 156 yards and two touchdowns but it wasn’t enough as the Owls dropped their fourth consecutive game to the Louisana-Monrow Warhawks 20-17.

The points came in bunches for both teams after a deadlock in the first quarter. The first points came on the board as Warhawks’ Ken Dorsey sacks Jeff Van-camp in the endzone for a safety. The Warhawks would then put up ten more points with two commanding drives in the second quarter walking into halftime with a 12-0 lead at home.

The Owls would get their

motivation and come out driving well in the third.

Ross Gornall would hit a 28 yard field goal bringing the score to 12-3. The defense for the Owls played well in the third quarter not allowing any points.

Running back Alfred Morris would run inside for a one yard touchdown as the third quarter was winding down. The Owls’ good fortunes kept coming as Mor-

ris ran another one in for his second touchdown to take a 17-12 lead.

Late in the fourth the Warhawks needed a miracle drive to come back and they got it as running back Jyruss Edwards ran a touchdown in with 2:43 remaining in the game. Louisana-Monroe would then capitalize on a 2-point conversion bringing the score to 20-17 and that is how the game would end.

The Owl’s would end up with only 281 yards of total offense while giving up over 400 yards on defense. The Owls are now (1-4, 0-2) and play Arkansas State Red Wolves next as they continue Sun-Belt play.

Number One Amateur Heavyweights Boxer Steve Geffrard Wins National PAL Championships To Capture Triple Crown On Saturday, October 9th, local hero Steve Geffrard, won the National PAL Championships to capture the triple crown of amateur boxing for the first time in history in the heavyweight division.

The “triple crown,” is comprised of winning the largest three national amateur boxing events - the National Golden Gloves, U.S. Senior Nationals and National PAL Championships - in the same calendar year and has only been accomplished by two other amateur fighters prior to Geffrard in other weight classes than the heavyContinued on page 31 Support your community newspaper - Patronize The Boca Raton Tribune Advertisers. Let them know you saw their Ads in the Boca Tribune.

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En route to the finals at the National PAL Championships, 20-year-old Geffrard dismissed Danny Calhoun 9-4 in the opening round followed by Joe White 12-1 and then stopped Charles Blackwell in the second round of the semifinals to advance to the finals. In the championship bout, Geffrard faced Robert Jakebson who he was even with 5-5 after the second round before prevailing 10-6 in the third round to claim the National PAL Championship title.

With the Miami Dolphins’ bye week this past Sunday, there hasn’t been a whole lot going on with the team to cover.

Thus, here are some bits of news regarding the Dolphins, some of which might be slightly dated.

• Free agent guard Ray Feinga was suspended for four game by the NFL last week for an undisclosed violation of league policy.

A second-year guard who was undrafted out of BYU in 2009, Feinga was released last Monday before the Dolphins’ game against the Patriots to make room for practice-squad linebackerAustin Spitler. This suspension answers the question of why Feinga has not yet been re-signed to the practice squad. It’s possible the Dolphins could do so once the suspension is up, as Feinga can serve it despite being a free agent.

• Jake Long didn’t practice after the Patriots’ game last week, nor did he practice today. I’m not concerned has statistically been the best tackle in football with just four pressures and no sacks allowed. Long has a sore knee and is just using the bye week to rest, but he should be good to go against Green Bay. • Guard John Jerry (illness) finally returned to the practice field, while defensive end Jared Odrick (fibula) is doing individual work.

Both appear close to returning and I’d expect both to be back by Week 6, if not Week 5. The two rookies are quality starters and will easily help the Dol-

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“I am very happy that I won the Triple Crown, but that just means that I have to work even harder,” said an excited, but humble, Steve Geffrard. “Everyone is going to be gunning for me, and I can’t stop working until I have the gold medal around my neck.”

“It’s all about hard work and dedication, there was a goal and he accomplished it,” said Steve Collazo, Geffrard’s coach who has been with Steve at every national event this year. “Winning three major national titles in the

same year is a tough task, but Steve mentally felt he could do it. Going to Europe was a great experience for him and I think he did excellent boxing in his first international dual. He is getting closer to London, no excuses.”

Completing the Triple Crown by winning the National PAL Championships, Geffrard has now earned a direct entry into the 2011 U.S. Olympic Trials where he will fight to secure a spot on the 2012 U.S. Summer Olympic Boxing Team.

For information on the Miami HEAT, visit www.crankuptheheat.com phins when they return.

• There have been some posts by Dolphins’ beat writers recently about whether or not the team should regret letting go of wide receiver Ted Ginn, Jr. and outside linebacker Matt Roth.Ginn has average 29.4 yards per kick return with the 49ers this season, while Roth has totaled 26 tackles and two sacks for the Browns as a quality run-stopper. Quite frankly, I don’t think the Dolphins made a bad move in either case. The hatred for Ginn in Miami was palpable, and I think both parties were better suited going their separate ways.

Roth is playing up to the potential in Cleveland that we always knew he had, but he refused to get on the field with a mysterious injury and wore out his wel-

come with the front office.

Just because he’s playing a certain way with one team doesn’t mean he was ever going to have the motivation to do so with another.

If Miami could have gotten something for Roth, they would have. They also got a fifth-round pick for Ginn used on Nolan Carroll, who isn’t the returner Ginn is, but also doesn’t have a mental block against progression and still has some potential of his own.

• Cornerback Vontae Davis saw The Town this weekend, after suggestions from myself and other followers of his on Twitter.

Davis and Kendall Langford also may have gone to the FSU-Miami game this past weekend, but we just don’t know...Yeah, it’s a slow news day.

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