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John Lightsey, a first responder in New York during 9/11 still tears up explaining the events of that day and what came afterwards.

Everyone over the age of thirty knows where they were and what they were doing on the morning of September 11, 2001. For three Hernando County citizens, it was more than just an event that they watched unfold on television. John Lightsey, Don Barbee Jr. and Deborah Gray felt it personally. They each told their unique 9/11 story to a group of sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders at Winding Waters K-8 School this past Tuesday, the seventeenth anniversary of the terrorist attacks. None of these students had even been born in 2001.

History teacher, Michael Cooper arranged the presentation. Students filed into the gymnasium and talked among themselves while See 9/11, Page 5

Bringing smiles to sick kids Real life Spider-Man, FREEDOM RUN County shows support, remembers 9/11 13

Antonio Hernandez, creating magical memories for children battling illness

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hether it’s Binky, Blankie, Blinkie, Lovey or Silky in your home, every child has their favorite baby security blanket.

But what happens when it’s lost? Gone? Disappeared?

“My grandson, Austin, lost his Spider-Man security blanket, said county resident Debbie Kelley Lee. “He called it “Spidey and he was devastated when it got lost.”

“We checked everywhere — every room in the house, kitchen cupboards, the car, the garage and even phoned Walmart Hernandez where we had been shopping, but we couldn’t find it.”

Lee’s grandson, Austin, who is autistic and now almost 11 years old, became increasingly upset as the days passed without his “Spidey.” It was “Spidey” that comforted him and helped him go to sleep each night.

Austin’s grandparents tried to locate a new blanket or a secondhand blanket on eBay to no avail. Eventually, they placed an ad in the local newspaper to see if anyone had one they would sell.”

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Antonio Hernandez dressed as Spider-Man on his motorcycle. A Weeki Wachee resident, he performs at charity events and poker run fundraisers as Spider-Man, Hernandez also volunteers with the M.U.C.H. Foundation’s hospital, charitable, military and home visitation programs for sick children and their families.

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The council voted 5-0 to revise the current resolution to set a phase-in period for residential and commercial customers. Residential customers will see new rates beginning October 1, 2018, and commercial customers will be phased in to the new rate structure beginning April 1, 2019 and October 1, 2019.

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Commission approves Spring Center property rezoning with modifications

By LISA MACNEIL Hernando Sun Writer

Spring Center, the 440-acre planned development project in Spring Hill will undergo rezoning to accommodate the town center, with surrounding multi-family and single-family homes. In a 5-0 vote, the Board of County Commissioners voted on September 11, 2018 to approve the rezoning petition with modified conditions and clarifications of language in some portions of the development’s plan.

The modifications recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) require that the final design be coordinated with the county engineer, and that alternative routes be sought, rather than employing Chalmer street and Stephanie Drive.

The condition states, “... for Stephanie Drive and Chalmer street to be used as alternative access points, the developer must demonstrate to the county that reasonable efforts have been made to obtain access to the Spring Center through the undeveloped properties.”

City water and sewer rates increased, non-management staff salaries increased

Proposed water and sewer rates within the city. ​ Residential customers will notice an approximate $8.00 increase in water and sewer per month beginning in October 2018 (up $4 for water and $4 for sewer). Commercial customers will be phased in to a new rate structure depending on the size of their water meter. The estimated amounts are from proposed Resolution 2018-11.

By LISA MACNEIL Hernando Sun Writer

In a special meeting held on August 27, 2018, the Brooksville City Council met to discuss items stemming from the previous budget meeting on August 13, 2018. Included in this meeting were results of a water and sewer rate study performed by the Florida Rural Water Association, the usage of enterprise fund reserves, and employee salary increases. Water and sewer rate increases were passed as well as 5% salary increases for non-management city staff.

Water and Sewer Rates The council voted 5-0 to revise the current resolution to set a phasein period for residential and commercial customers. Residential customers will see new rates beginning October 1, 2018, and commercial customers will be phased in to the new rate structure beginning April 1, 2019 and October 1, 2019.

Residential customers will notice an approximate $8.00 increase in water and sewer per month beginning in October 2018 (up $4 for water and $4 for sewer).

Commercial customers will be phased in to a new rate structure depending on the size of their water meter. The estimated amounts are from proposed Resolution 2018-11.

Commercial customers will be phased in to the new rate structure in two parts after all city residents. According to Tom Sterling with the Florida Rural Water Association, most meter sizes are smaller than two inches. A real estate office may see a drop in cost when using the base amount of services, where a dentist office may see an increase due to water usage.

Residential Water Usage Increase Water Usage Rates (gallons)

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$24.04

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$3.22 / 1,000 gal

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$3.16 / 1,000 gal

$3.81 / 1,000 gal

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$24.45

$28.15

4,000-8,999

$3.95 / 1,000 gal

$4.16 / 1,000 gal

Commercial Water Usage Increase Water Meter Size

Existing

Proposed

¾ inch

$13.80

$14.04

1 inch

$19.32

$19.66

1 ½ inch

$24.84

$25.27

2 inch

$40.02

$40.72

3 inch

$151.80

$154.44

4 inch

$193.20

$196.56

6 inch

$289.80

$294.84

8 inch

$400.20

$407.16

10 inch

$510.60

$519.48

Cost per 1,000 gallons: ​$3.81

Commercial Sewer Increase Water Meter Size

Existing*

Proposed

¾ inch

$17.22

1 inch

$24.11

1 ½ inch

$31.00

2 inch

$49.94

3 inch

$189.42

4 inch

$241.08

6 inch

$361.62

8 inch

$499.38

10 inch

$637.14

Cost per 1,000 gallons

$3.95

$4.16

* Existing commercial rates not available during this special meeting.

Commercial customers will be phased in to the new rate structure in two parts after all city

where that $810,000 forming employees to residents. According to Tom Sterling with the Florida Rural Water Association, most meter size Employee and liability may actually receive the same raise as are smaller than two inches. A real estate office may see a drop in cost when using the base Management Raises lie. Battista suggested someone who is underamount of services, due to water usage. that the surplus could where a dentist office may see an increase performing.

The Brooksville City provide ‘a bank’ from The remaining counof Enterprise Funds voted 3-2 on Council whereReserves the general fund cil members voted for August 28, 2018 to could borrow, then the increases since city Manager Mark Kutney introduced the raise discussion ‘400 series’ of funds, primarily the approve a 5% for on the returnCity at an established employees have not seen reserve of the asanitation which currently contains all non-management city a surplus. interest rate over peri- fund, a significant increase in Reserves of Enterprise od of years. employees, and up to several years, and some Funds MayortoRobert Battista quickly reviewed the finding atare the known August 13, meeting, when 5% for management-levWithVice regard budget to 2018 be underemployees above, increases for thefound water paid.

Council Member the council that theel sanitation fund’sand reserve contained a considerable amount, possibly City Manager Mark on merit and sewer funds, CounYoung recalled up to one year’s worth of depending revenue. “Whatever it’s for, thisBrent is a pretty healthy amount of money,” Kutney introduced the evaluations. cil Member William decision a said Battista.

He mentioned the question about the policethe pension fund, to andforego where that discussion on the ‘400 Mayor Betty suggested Erhard thatsalary Kemerer said he could studycould because $810,000 liability may actually lie. Battista the surplus providethe ‘a bank’ series’ of funds, priandcould Council Member not make of any council already knows from sense where the general fund borrow, then return at an established interest rate over a marily the reserve of the increases Joe Bernardini were toofthose the determination would period years.funds sanitation fund, which opposed to the increase, illustrate that. when such a reserve currently contains a citing bad timing and is in place, and also Council Member With regard to budget increases for the water and sewer funds, Council Member WilWilliam surplus. bad optics to give such expecting increases in liam Kemerer stated that Kemerer said he could not make sense of any increases to those funds when such a reserve is Vice Mayor Robert raises after disbanding revenues when water a 2% raise was given in place, and also expecting increases in revenues when water rates are increased.

Battista quickly rethe Brooksville Police rates are increased. in 2008. In the last ten viewed the finding at the Department. Both stat- years, the Consumer Kemerer instead August 13, 2018 meeted they would be more moved to establish a Price Index (CPI) has ing, when the council comfortable with 3% 10% restricted reserve increased 15.65%. Kefound that the sanitation within the water fund for increases, with Erhard merer added that the CPI fund’s reserve contained equipment replacement, adding that merit-based was changed eight years a considerable amount, and a 12% reserve in the increases should apply ago, so 15.65% may be possibly up to one wastewater fund to cov- to general employees as an underestimation. He year’s worth of revewell. er charges for services. reported that the city nue. “Whatever it’s for, The council passed the Erhard began the has given 8% in raises this is a pretty healthy discussion by saying motion unanimously. during that time. “We amount of money,” said “Across-the-board raises have to do something,” Battista. He mentioned do not raise morale,” he said. the question about the and added later that it is police pension fund, and not fair to higher-per-

URGENT MESSAGE from the friends of Hernando County’s Animal Control: Attention Hernando County! This week many dogs and cats at the Hernando County Animal Shelter will come to a crossroad between a happy life and the e n d o f t h e i r l i f e . W e h a t e t o s p e l l i t o u t , b u t t h i s i s a r e a l i t y. S t a f f h a s b e e n working hard trying to hang on to animals in an overcrowded shelter hoping e v e r y d a y f o r r e s c u e o r a d o p t i o n . Vo l u n t e e r s h a v e b e e n g o i n g t o t h e s h e l t e r taking pictures and videos, trying to get the word out about the animals.

L a t e l y v i s i t o r n u m b e r s a t t h e s h e l t e r h a v e b e e n l o w, t h e r e a r e n o t e n o u g h a d o p t i o n s a n d n e w a n i m a l s a r e c o m i n g i n d a i l y.

The shelter is truly out of room, many dogs and cats are fully vetted and ready to go on with life – they just need someone to get them, take them into their home, so that they will be allowed to live. If you have been thinking a b o u t a d d i n g a n a n i m a l t o y o u r f a m i l y, c o n s i d e r d o i n g i t n o w – s a v e a l i f e .

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WINANS, JOHN LOUIS YOB: 1983 CHARGES: POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE, POSS OF MARIJUANA Arrested at: 09/05/2018 00:49 SPRING HILL DR & DEBORAH DR, SPRING HILL, FL, 34609 Arrest Summary: On 9/5/18 while in the area of Spring hill Dr and Mariner Blvd conducting proactive duties, I observed two white males later identified as John Louis Winans and Adam Vaughn. Both Adam and John were advised why I was making contact with them due to a recent commercial burglary in the area. While on scene at the intersection of Deborah Dr and Spring Hill Dr, John began acting nervous. John began to sweat profusely and pace back and forth.

While keeping my eye on John I asked Adam if he would consent to a search of his person. Adam consented which no contraband was found.

Upon asking John if he would consent to search of his person and book bag he had on his person, John would not answer the question. I advised John if he had anything on his person he could let me know. John began to scratch his head and pulled out a cigarette to smoke. I observed John to start looking around and I asked him if he had anything on his person or in his bag. John advised he had nothing on his person but did not advise if he had anything in the bag. I then asked John what was in the bag and John stated he had nothing in the bag. I told John I believed he was lying to me. John then stated if he told me what was in the bag he would be going to jail. I asked John what was in the bag and John stated “weed and something else”. I asked John what was the other object in the bag. John stated “meth”. I then grabbed John’s bookbag and found the green leafy substance which field tested positive for presence of Marijuana and the crystal like substance which field tested positive for the presence of Methamphetamine.

John was then placed into custody and read his Miranda rights. John did not want to provide further information. Adam was released from the scene.

John was transported to Hernando County Jail, where he is being held on a $6,000.00 bond. John was given a court date of 10/02/2018 to appear in courtroom D at 0900 hours.

Let it be noted that John is out on bond from Pasco county for having a “controlled substance without prescription and possession of paraphernalia.”

Metropolitan Planning Organization Regular Meeting 9/18/2018 1:00 PM Government Center John Law Ayers Room 20 N. Main Street Brooksville, FL 34601 Board of County Commissioners Budget Meeting 9/18/2018 5:01 PM Government Center John Law Ayers Room 20 N. Main Street Brooksville, FL 34601 Firefighters’ Pension Trust Fund Board of Trustees Thurs, Sept 20, 2018, 3:00PM Location 201 HOWELL AVENUE, BROOKSVILLE, FL - JOSEPH E. JOHNSTON, III COUNCIL CHAMBERS Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting 9/25/2018 9:00 AM Government Center John Law Ayers Room 20 N. Main Street Brooksville, FL 34601 Hernando County School District Meetings 9/25/18 2PM Workshop 6:00 PM Regular District Office-Board Room 919 North Broad Street Brooksville, FL 34601 Brooksville Council Meeting Monday, Oct 01, 2018, 7:00PM Location 201 HOWELL AVENUE, BROOKSVILLE, FL - JOSEPH E. JOHNSTON, III COUNCIL School Board Employee Disciplinary Appeal Hearing 10/3/2018 9:00 AM District Office-Board Room 919 North Broad Street Brooksville, FL 34601 Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Meeting 10/8/2018 9:00 AM Government Center John Law Ayers Room 20 N. Main Street Brooksville, FL 34601 Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting 10/9/2018 9:00 AM Government Center John Law Ayers Room 20 N. Main Street Brooksville, FL 34601

“That’s not mine.”

Hernando County School District Meetings 10/9/2018 11AM Informal 2PM Workshop 6:00 PM Regular District Office-Board Room 919 North Broad Street Brooksville, FL 34601 Hernando County School District Meetings 10/23/2018 2PM Workshop 6:00 PM Regular District Office-Board Room 919 North Broad Street Brooksville, FL 34601

NICHOLSON, AMANDA TONQUIN YOB: 1988

gered at her daughter’s boyfriend, the second victim Christopher, when he came to grab some items.

The victim, Christopher attempted to leave the residence due to the arguing when the defendant began screaming that she wanted him out of the house as well. As the victim Christopher tried leaving, the verbal argument continued and the defendant punched the victim Christopher in the face causing him to have a small red mark under his right eye. The victim Christopher stated that the punch was unwanted.

Contact was made with the defendant who was very argumentative and advised that she wanted an attorney.

The defendant was placed under arrest and transported to the Hernando County jail without incident.

The defendant was given a court date of 10/2/2018. The defendant was placed on a no bond status due to the victim Christopher and defendant living together as a family unit. The defendant was given a bond of $10,000 for the aggravated battery with a deadly weapon on victim Daniel.

CHARGES: POSS OF METHAMPHETAMINE, POSSESSION DRUG PARAPHERNALIA Arrested at: 09/06/2018 01:20 CENTURY DR & DELTONA BLVD, SPRING HILL, FL, 34606 Arrest Summary: On 09/06/2018 a traffic stop was conducted on a 2017 silver Chevy Sonic bearing Florida tag Z9BRV for having an obstructed license plate.

Contact was made with the defendant and driver of said vehicle who identified herself to be Amanda Nicholson via her name, date of birth, and social security number.

Prior to issuing the defendant a written waring for said traffic violation, a search of the vehicle and its compartments was made with consent given from the defendant.

Upon searching the defendant’s purse, located on the floor board of the driver’s side, I discovered a large crystal like substance to be located in the front compartment of the purse. This crystal like substance was found to be secured inside a clear plastic baggie. Inside this purse were also multiple cards belonging to the defendant.

A field test was then conducted on said crystal like substance which yielded a positive result for methamphetamine. Said crystal like substance was later weighed to be approximately 0.6 grams to include the baggie it was in.

The defendant then made the spontaneous utterance “that’s not mine”. The defendant then advised the purse belong to her, however the crystal like substance did not.

The defendant was then taken into custody for one count Possession of Methamphetamine for the crystal like substance, and one count Possession of Drug Paraphernalia for the clear plastic baggie which contained the crystal like substance.

The defendant was then issued a written warning for having an obstructed tag. The defendant was then transported to the Hernando County jail. Once at the jail, the defendant was issued a court date on 10/02/2018 at 9:00am in courtroom D. The defendant was then issued a $2,000 bond for count one and a $1,000 bond for count 2 per the bond schedule.

Afraid of going to jail.

SHAEER, JASON MATTHEW YOB: 1981 CHARGES: ASSAULT/BATT ON PER 65 OR OLDER, BURGLARY DWELLING, ASSAULT Arrested at: 09/09/2018 09:12 SANBORN ST, SPRING HILL, FL, 34608 Arrest Summary: On 9/8/2018 the defendant went to the Gerona Street address and began to violently knock and bang on the door. The victim, who walks with a walker and is slow moving, went to the door and unlocked it. The defendant began screaming at the victim because she took too long to open the door. The victim then asked the defendant why he was so angry at which time the defendant screamed “get out of my way!” and then pushed her on her chest with open hands with enough force that it caused her to fall backwards and onto the floor. This offense occurred in the presence of the defendant’s wife/ victim’s daughter, Julianne Shaeer. The victim had to be assisted to a stand by Julianne.

The victim and witness retreated into the victim’s bedroom and locked the door, as they were afraid of the defendant. It should also be noted that the defendant was striking walls and doors with a closed fist.

The defendant obtained a steak knife which he then used to gain entry into the victim’s bedroom.

He put the knife down on a table outside of the bedroom and then entered inside at which time he approached the victim within approximately a foot from her person. He began screaming at her and clenched his fists and then threatened to kill both the victim and the witness. This action put the victim in a well-founded fear that the defendant was going to harm her. He then fled the residence once he heard the victim telling the 911 operator that she wanted to press charges.

Contact was made with the defendant via telephone as he alleged that he was unable to meet with me initially and spontaneously uttered that he was afraid that he

Good idea to drop the knife

DUGENSKE, BUFFI CARONE YOB: 1969 CHARGES: AGG BATTERY, DOMESTIC BATTERY Arrested at: 09/07/2018 14:00 BARRANCA AVE, SPRING HILL, FL, 34609 Arrest Summary: On 9/7/18, at Barranca Avenue, Spring Hill, a verbal argument ensued against the defendant, Buffi Dugenski, and the victims, Christopher and Daniel.

The defendant and her daughter where verbally arguing when the victim, Daniel, stepped in between them. The defendant got angry that the victim Daniel stepped in and grabbed a 7” knife and lunged at him. The defendant lunged a second time at the victim Daniel when Daniel drew his firearm for protection. The defendant dropped the weapon and agreed to stop arguing. The victim Daniel advised that it was unwanted and the knife did hit his left forearm but did not break skin. There was a red mark where the knife hit his arm. The victim Daniel left the residence with the defendant’s daughter.

The defendant then became an-

HERNANDO COUNTY CRIME STATS -9/2 to 9/9/2018 Weapons

Arson Assault Burglary Disturbing Peace 3.5

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3.5

3.20

3.09

2.95

2.79

DUI

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Fraud

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1.62

1.43

2.5 2.0

1.72

1.54

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0.78

0.68

0.53

0.39

1.0

0.77

0.65

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12:00 AM 9/15

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1.29

1.19

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2.49

2.34

2.25

3.13

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2.86

2.85

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was going to go to jail, and stated that nothing physical happened at the residence, alleging it was only verbal.

The defendant was located by Deputies on 9/8/2018 at 9233 Sanborn Street, at which time he was placed under arrest for the aforementioned charges, and was transported to the Hernando County Jail without incident.

The defendant was issued a court date of 10/16/2018 at 0900 hours.

Alcohol was involved.

LUGO, EDWARD YOB: 1965 CHARGES: LOITERING/ PROWLING, RESIST/OBSTR OFFICER W/O VIOL Arrested at: 09/09/2018 04:46 CRANBROOK CT & SUNBIRD LN, SPRING HILL, FL, 34606 Arrest Summary: On 9/9/2018, I responded to the intersection of Cranbrook Court and Sunbird Lane and made contact with Deputy D.M. and Deputy V.D. The defendant, Edward Lugo, was in custody before my arrival.

I then responded to the residence at 6228 Cranbrook Court and made contact with the complainant, Richard David Williams, who stated that he woke up around 0345 hours due to his front lawn motion sensors activating. Richard advised that he observed the defendant, through his surveillance footage, walk around the front, side and the behind portion of his residence for a few minutes. Richard stated that the defendant then went into his car port and started looking through his screened in porch.

Richard then made contact with the defendant and observed the defendant to be extremely intoxicated and he also wasn’t making much sense. Not wanting the defendant on his property, Richard stated that he then dialed 911 while the defendant was still there and once he realized Richard was talking to the 911 operator, the defendant took off southbound on Cranbrook Court, on foot. I reviewed the surveillance footage and observed the defendant to loiter and prowl in a place, at a time, and in a manner not usual for law-abiding citizens. The surveillance footage corroborated Richard’s sworn statement.

While Deputy D.M. was in route to the scene, he observed the defendant partially hiding behind a large tree located in front of the residence on 6316 Sunbird Lane.

Deputy D.M. and Deputy V.D. gave verbal commands to the defendant to come out and show them his hands. The defendant came out from behind the tree, ignored the verbal command to put his hands up and then started walking in a quick manner towards Deputy D.M. Deputy D.M. then gave verbal commands for the defendant to put his hands up and get on the ground. The defendant refused both commands and kept walking towards Deputy D.M. with his hands out in front of him.

Once the defendant was in close range of Deputy D.M., Deputy V.D. and Deputy D.M. assisted the defendant to the ground and then placed him in handcuffs.

The defendant was then read his Miranda Rights. Post Miranda, the subject was asked what he was doing around the residence at 6228 Cranbrook Court and the residence at 6316 Sunbird Lane.

The defendant was unable to provide a reason and did not make any sense due to being heavily intoxicated. The defendant failed to dispel alarm.

Defendant was then placed under arrest and was transported to the Hernando County Jail without incident. The defendant was given a court date of 10/10/2018 at 0900 hours, at the Hernando County Courthouse, Courtroom B. The defendant was given a bond for Count 1, $500.00 and Count 2, $1,000.00 with a total bond of $1,500.00.

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Arrest Summary: On 9/9/2018, at approximately 0924 hours, I was dispatched to the Circle K gas stated located at 14195 Elgin Boulevard in reference to a suspicious person. Information was received that an approximately 25 year-old white male was “passed out” behind the wheel of a GMC pick-up truck at gas pump #9. The complainant was concerned for the subject’s well-being because he was unresponsive.

Upon arrival, I observed Hernando County Fire Rescue personnel already on scene and evaluating the subject, later identified by his FL driver’s license as Brandon Leonard, the defendant. I made contact with the defendant, who was standing just outside the driver’s side door, with the door ajar.

As I approached the defendant, I could smell a strong odor of what appeared to be marijuana, emitting from the vehicle. The defendant advised he was sleeping in his vehicle because he was tired from the night before. He advised he had a “long night” and was having a hard time remembering what exactly happened. Fire rescue evaluated the defendant and cleared him of any medical injuries or emergencies.

The defendant was observed placing both his hands in his pants pockets, therefore I questioned him if he had any weapons or narcotics on his person and he advised, “No, go ahead and check.” I conducted a pat search and located a large amount of money from both front pants pockets, which totaled $897. Upon the arrival of Deputy D.V., who arrived to assist, the defendant was temporarily detained and placed in the rear of my patrol vehicle while a search of his vehicle was conducted.

A search was conducted of the defendant’s vehicle based on the probable cause from the strong odor of marijuana emitting from the vehicle. Under the front drivers side seat, I located a black Smith and Wesson Bodyguard .380 firearm, which had 1 round loaded in the chamber and 3 additional .380 rounds in the magazine. I cleared this weapon and secured it in my patrol vehicle.

I located several pieces of a green leafy substance from underneath the driver’s seat also. This green leafy substance was recovered and tested positive for marijuana using NarcoTest kit 7608. The total weight of the marijuana was 2.8 grams.

As Deputy D.V. removed a cup holder, which opened to a compartment beneath the center console, I observed an orange medicine bottle that contained a white plastic baggie with an orange powdery substance.

This substance tested positive for Amphetamine, a synthetic mood-altering stimulant which requires a prescription, using Marquis Reagent test kit A. The Amphetamine weighed 2.8 grams with the clear baggie that contained it.

A criminal history check was completed on the defendant, which revealed he is a convicted felon. It is noted, the defendant was convicted on 5/13/2016 for possession of a firearm by a felon and sentenced to 20 months.

A check of the clemency board was completed and it revealed the defendants’ rights were not restored and his criminal record has not been expunged. Post Miranda, I advised the defendant I located a firearm in his vehicle.

The defendant advised he had no knowledge of the firearm and stated, “I shouldn’t have that.” He also stated he knew he had marijuana in the vehicle, but could not explain where the amphetamine came from.

The defendant was taken into custody and transported to the Hernando County Detention Center. He was given a total bond of $24,000. He was given a felony court date of 10/16/2018 at 0900 hours in court room “D” at the Hernando County Courthouse.

Session Announcement Civilian Response to Active Shooter The Hernando County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting an information session on Civilian Response to Active Shooter.

Events in recent years have called attention to the need to be prepared for a wide range of emergencies.

Communities across the country have reassessed their level of preparedness and established broader training and education programs. At the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office, deputies have been training for years to respond to an active shooter incident, training that is routinely reinforced with exercises.

Sheriff Al Nienhuis and the men and women of the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office want to emphasize that your awareness and preparedness is as important as our training in keeping your community safe. Should an incident like this occur, there could be crucial minutes of time before law enforcement officers arrive on the scene.

Law Enforcement Officers from the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office will share information from the Department of Homeland Security, FEMA, and the FBI, along with videos on how to react to an active shooter incident.

Attendees are encouraged to bring a notepad and pen as they may want to take a few notes.

To reserve your seat, please go to the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office website at: www.hernandosheriff.org (News and Events Section) Please note - Firearms are NOT permitted in the building. Attendees should be 15 years or older.

IMPORTANT - There are TWO sessions listed on the date below. Please be sure to select the appropriate session (day or evening) when registering.

Date: Monday, 09-24-18 Time: 10 AM to 12:30 PM or 6 PM to 8:30 PM Location: Pasco Hernando State College North Campus 11415 Pone de Leon Boulevard Brooksville, FL 34301 Building B

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with backing from Gov. Rick Scott, to increase funding for the university system, while keeping tuition low and expanding need- and merit-based aid for students.

At the same time, much of the new funding is tied to performance standards, developed by the system’s Board of Governors, including measuring graduation and student-retention rates, which are also key metrics for the U.S. News evaluation.

One impact of the funding increases has been the ability of the universities to hire more faculty, which, in turn, helps reduce class sizes and increases research activity.

The University of Florida has hired 100 new faculty through “preeminence” funding since 2013 and has hired another 200 faculty as part of an initiative announced last year, the school reported.

In the U.S. News evaluation, UF has improved its student-to-faculty ratio from 20-1 to 19-1.

“The newest rankings are confirmation that we are making good choices and investing in the right places,” UF President Kent Fuchs said.

Florida State University had 240 new faculty members this fall and has improved its student-to-faculty ratio to 22-1, compared to 25-1 two years ago, the school reported.

Although the U.S. News rankings have their critics, the annual report highlights performance trends over time.

In the case of the University of South Florida, the reports have underscored a steady improvement, with the latest rankings showing an increase of 36 spots among public research universities over the last half-dozen years.

“USF is pleased to see significant gains in our national reputational scores,” said Ralph Wilcox, the USF provost and executive vice president.

Lloyd Dunkelberger NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA TALLAHASSEE --Florida universities continued their academic climb in the latest U.S. News & World Report annual college rankings, placing five schools in the country’s top 100 public universities for the first time.

The 2019 rankings, which were released Monday, included: --- The University of Florida moved from No. 9 to No. 8 on the list, continuing its quest to become one of the top five public research universities.

--- Florida State University jumped seven spots to No. 26, just outside its goal of reaching the top 25 public universities.

--- The University of South Florida, recently designated by the state as a “preeminent” research university, improved to No. 58, up 10 spots from last year.

--- The University of Central Florida was ranked at No. 87, compared to No. 90 last year.

--- Florida International University recorded the largest statistical climb, reaching No. 100 among public research universities, up 22 spots from last year.

In other U.S. News rankings, New College of Florida improved to

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University of Florida’s Cancer and Genetics Research Complex

No. 5 on the list of public liberal-arts colleges and improved 11 spots to No. 90 among all public and private liberal-arts schools.

Florida A&M University was ranked No. 9 among public and private historically black colleges and universities, a decline from last year’s No. 6 ranking. The school was ranked second on the list of the top public HBCUs. The closely watched U.S. News rankings are based on 15 measurements aimed at evaluating the academic quality of the institutions. The measures include graduation rates, retention rates, class sizes, peer reputation and faculty resources.

For the first time this year, the rankings included a “social mobility” factor that measures the performance of students who receive Pell Grants. The federal grants are awarded to students who have annual family incomes below $50,000, with most below $20,000.

The performances of Pell students, who constituted 38 percent of the systemwide enrollment in Florida in the fall of 2016, was one of the factors that helped the state schools rise in the national rankings.

Its largest impact may have been at Florida

International, where more than 50 percent of students are on Pell grants. FIU was the only Florida school where the Pell students had a higher six-year graduation rate, 57 percent, compared to non-grant students, 56 percent.

“Our improvement demonstrates that our focus on student success --- timely graduation and preparation to take or create great jobs --- is making a difference for our students and their families,” FIU President Mark Rosenberg said.

Florida State University reported a 77 percent six-year graduation rate for its Pell students, ranking it No. 22 among public research universities.

“That’s the story of FSU,” Provost Sally McRorie said. “We are creating an environment where everyone can succeed because we provide the kinds of resources that can help people not only find their path but also provide them lots of support and challenges to be better.”

The University of Florida reported an 85 percent six-year graduation rate for its Pell students, the highest in the system.

The rise in the national rankings dovetails with efforts by the Legislature,

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Peggy Quince

has appointed one justice, Alan Lawson, who is generally aligned with what is viewed as the conservative minority on TALLAHASSEE the court.

--- Gov. Rick Scott on Scott has argued that Tuesday started what he has the authority to will be a closely watched appoint the new justices, process to replace three but the League of WomFlorida Supreme Court en Voters of Florida and justices who will retire in Common Cause filed a January, with the appoint- case last year arguing that ments possibly leading to Scott’s successor should a major ideological shift make the picks. The on the court.

Supreme Court dismissed Scott said he asked the the case in December, Supreme Court Judicial saying the issue wasn’t Nominating Commission “ripe” for consideration to begin a process that because Scott had not includes accepting and acted on the appointreviewing applications, ments. interviewing candidates But the dismissal of the and making nominations case does not preclude for appointment. The another challenge to process will lead to reScott’s position that he placements for longtime has the authority to make justices Barbara Pariente, the appointments.

R. Fred Lewis and Peggy In the announcement Quince, who are required Tuesday, Scott’s office to leave the court in Jan- said he would invite the uary because of reaching governor-elect to intera mandatory retirement view the court nominees age. after the general election.

Appointments of The governor’s office Supreme Court justices pointed to an “expectaare always important, tion” that Scott and his but Pariente, Lewis and successor would be able Quince --- along with to agree on appointments.

Justice Jorge Labarga If that happens, it --- are widely considered would follow the lead a left-leaning majority of outgoing Democratic on the seven-member Gov. Lawton Chiles and court. That has led to Republican Gov.-elect the possibility that their Jeb Bush in late 1998 replacements could spur agreeing to appoint a rightward shift of the Quince to the Supreme court.

Court.

As a sign of that, a The chances of reachlegal debate emerged ing agreement, however, last year about whether could hinge heavily on Scott, who will also leave the outcome of the Nov. 6 office in January, should gubernatorial election behave the authority to tween Democrat Andrew appoint the new justices Gillum and Republican or whether that power Ron DeSantis. Gillum is should go to his succesrunning as a progressive sor. Scott, a Republican,

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Barbara Pariente

Democrat and, if elected, might have a hard time reaching agreement with the conservative Scott.

The new governor will take office Jan. 8.

The nine-member Judicial Nominating Commission will have 60 days --- expiring shortly after the election --- to nominate a list of three to six people for each court vacancy.

“To minimize or avoid any period of vacancy on the Supreme Court, the nominating process must begin well in advance of these vacancies,” Scott said in a prepared statement Tuesday. “Beginning the process to fill these vacancies right now follows the practice of previous governors. Florida’s Supreme Court is so important to Floridians, and we will work together to select the most qualified justices to faithfully serve our state.”

The state Constitution requires justices to retire at age 70 or shortly after, depending on where they are in their terms. Along with the joint pick of Quince, Chiles appointed Pariente to the Supreme Court in 1997 and Lewis to the court in 1998.

Chief Justice Charles Canady, Justice Ricky Polston and Labarga were appointed to the court by then-Republican Gov. Charlie Crist in 2008 and 2009.

Update Detectives have identified the drowning victim as Jeremiah Martinez W/M DOB/10-271999. Next of kin notification was made on scene. Martinez’s parents were notified by bystanders and responded to the river bank.

Preliminary investigation reveals that Martinez arrived at the river bank on his bicycle.

He took off his shoes and hat, leaving the items on the river bank with his bicycle. He then jumped off the bridge.

Martinez surfaced but was struggling against the heavy current. Witnesses jumped in to rescue him but were unable to assist as the current swept Martinez past the bridge

toward the caf. A patron at the caf also observed the incident and attempted to save Martinez. Before the gentleman could reach Martinez, Martinez went under water and did not resurface.

The Sumter County Dive Team located Martinez’s body in about 12 feet of water, approximately five feet from where he was last seen.

Detectives believe this incident is a tragic accident.

a male jump from the bridge into the river. The male never resurfaced.

Hernando County Sheriff’s deputies began searching the area immediately upon arrival.

The Hernando County Sheriff’s Marine Unit along with the Sumter County Sheriff’s Marine Unit and Dive Team were dispatched to the scene.

Utilizing underwater sonar, the Sumter County Sheriff’s Dive Team located the body of a male in the river a short time ago. The body has been recovered and will be taken to the Medical Examiner’s Office in Leesburg.

Detectives are currently working to positively identify the victim.

The investigation is still active; there is no additional information available at this time.

Original Information On 09-08-18 just after 4:30 p.m., Hernando County Sheriff’s deputies, along with Hernando County Fire Rescue, were dispatched to the area of Lake Lindsey Road and the bridge in Nobleton (just before Sumter County), regarding a possible drowning.

Witnesses reported seeing

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from page 1 waiting for the program to start, but as soon as it got underway their attention was riveted on the speakers.

Hernando County Fire Department Battalion Chief Kevin Rittenhouse introduced the first speaker, John Lightsey, a retired firefighter with the department. Lightsey was a 911 dispatcher at a fire company in Manhattan located just one and a half miles from Ground Zero.

“We got a call that a plane had flown into the north tower of the World Trade Center. This was at 8:46. Thirty fire trucks were dispatched, with ten or eleven fire fighters on each truck. About ten or fifteen minutes later, another plane flew into the south tower. We realized we had a real problem going on.”

Lightsey and the other first responders spent five days on rescue efforts and then on the sixth it became a recovery mission.

He explained what that experience was like.

“The fumes and odors were horrendous. The temperatures were close to 1000 degrees.”

Besides the people that died as a direct result of the terrorist attacks, thousands have developed illnesses like cancer and lung diseases because of exposure to the smoke and toxic fumes and many have succumbed to these illnesses. Lightsey’s life was changed forever by that day.

“During this time the

Don Barbee Jr. was a Boston FBI Agent involved in the investigation of 911.

From left to right: Hernando County Fire Rescue’s Andrew Bryant, Duane Norman and John Lightsey during the 9/11 presentation at Winding Waters K-8.

All pictures here were taken as events unfolded.

only thoughts that went through my head were just to do my job. We had the entire New York City area to protect. A couple of weeks later it hit me. I lost seven close friends.”

Don Barbee Jr., newly elected Fifth Judicial Circuit Court Judge, had been a Special Agent with the FBI less than two years when he faced the most challenging experience of his life – something he had never been trained for. Stationed in Boston at the time, that Tuesday morning started out just like any other day. Barbee was attending a morning meeting at a large office building and had just been sent to fetch coffee for everyone.

“I walked out of the office and all the secretar-

ies were gathered around a small TV. They were watching one of the twin towers burning and they said a plane had crashed into the tower. My first thought was ‘Oh it must have been an accident.’

As I’m standing there the second plane hit and now we know it’s not an accident.”

Five minutes later all the alarms in the building went off and they heard an announcement that everyone must evacuate immediately - except the FBI agents. They gathered in a conference room and everyone was given a job.

Barbee’s job was to go to Logan Airport where the two planes that hit the Twin Towers had taken off and close the entrances.

“I grabbed my bullet proof vest and my machine gun, jumped in my car. I was thinking ‘nobody ever taught me how to close an airport.’ I get there and blocked the entrance and stood there with my machine gun.

We stopped all the people from coming and going and started getting identifications from everyone.”

After Barbee and the other agents secured the airport his next job was to search inside the planes.

They had to search every inch of each plane. This took from around 2:00 pm until about 2:00 a.m. Then the agents were told to go home, get some rest and report back first thing in the morning.

“I drove home. It was

like I was a robot because of my training, just doing what I was trained to do and what I was told to do.

I pulled off the exit to go to my house about 2:30, 3:00 in the morning and there are hundreds of people lining the road holding candles. It was overpowering. When I got home to my wife and daughter, I hugged them as long as I could until I finally stopped crying.”

After a couple of hours sleep, Barbee showered, dressed and reported back to duty. His next job was to interview in person the family members of the people on board the planes that had received calls from their loved ones just prior to the planes crashing. He described it as being an unbelievably difficult and challenging thing to do.

Barbee concluded, “It’s a day that changed my entire life. It makes you remember your priorities and how important and fragile life is.”

Deborah Gray, a teacher at Winding Waters, talked about her brother, William Riedel who helped in the clean-up of the Twin Towers – something he volunteered to do.

“My brother, Billy, was an electrician who worked in the subway underneath the World Trade Center.

That day he left work early and took the ferry to his home in New Jersey. As he was on the Hudson River, the first plane hit. He landed and then took the ferry back to Manhattan. It took six hours before we knew where he was. We couldn’t get any phone calls into

New York City. He stayed there for one month and cleaned up the towers.”

As a result of this her brother has severe COPD and he’s in danger of contracting lung cancer.

He can barely speak from breathing in all that dust.

“He’s an amazing hero as far as I’m concerned.

The people who were killed and who sacrificed their lives to save others that day - it’s something we should never forget and all you children need to learn about this,” remarked Ms. Gray addressing the students.

After the presentations the students were given an opportunity to view pictures taken of scenes from September 11 that were displayed on the table.

The quiet demeanor of the students as they left the gymnasium showed that they had been moved by the speakers’ stories.

Reese Laushot, a seventh grader stated, “Even from the tragedy, it was inspiring to see how everyone came together to deal with it.”

Sixth-grader Rylie Csont commented, “One thing I learned is that they are still recovering remains from the attack even to this day. I also didn’t know about the plane that crashed in Pennsylvania when the passengers fought back and how it saved the Capitol Building from being hit.”

Hopefully, these young people will never witness first hand another day like their parents and the rest of the older generations did on September 11, 2001.

Deborah Gray, Winding Waters teacher spoke about her brother William Reidel who helped cleanup efforts at the Twin Towers site

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OWNER: ARROYO REMY A AND ARROYO KAITLYN 1136 FLORIAN WAY SPRING HILL, FL 34609-9370 LOC: 12335 HOUSE FINCH RD USE: SF SINGLE FAMILY RES.DETACH LEGAL: ROYAL HIGHLANDS UNIT 5 ORB 2712 PG 1245 BLDG. SIZE: 62X51-4 CONST. TYPE: IIIB BUILDER: CBCA221291 PALMWOOD CONSTRUCTION LLC PERMIT: 1362530 PERMIT DATE: 09/05/2018 PARCEL: R01 221 17 3330 0253 0140 Est. Val: 175000 UNITS: 1 OWNER: 26 S ADAMS ST LLC 11671 W COQUINA CT CRYSTAL RIVER, FL 34429-9222 LOC: 13173 PAXTON AVE USE: SF SINGLE FAMILY RES.DETACH LEGAL: ROYAL HIGHLANDS UNIT 4 BUILDER: CBC060010 MALMBERG PURDY & ASSOCIATES INC BLDG. SIZE: 51X58 CONST. TYPE: VB

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Real Estate Transactions

From Hernado County Property Appraiser- as they become available BUYER/ADDRESS/USE/SALE PRICE/DATE OF SALE

with SWFWMD engineer Dr. Mark Fulkerson Mark Fulkerson, Ph.D., P.E. is a Senior Professional Engineer with Southwest Florida Water Management District. Dr. Mark Fulkerson is a Citrus County native and Senior Professional Engineer with the Southwest Florida Water Management District. For more than a decade, he has collected data along the Withlacoochee River and built modeling tools to better understand its complex dynamics.

Q: Why is the Withlacoochee River experiencing flooding again this year?

A: Throughout the spring and summer, above average rainfall has saturated soils and filled wetlands and swamps that are no longer able to store additional rainfall.

Q: Is river flooding a normal occurrence?

A: The Withlacoochee River naturally floods when it’s watershed is saturated and continues to receive high rainfall.

Q: Can water be diverted to the Hillsborough River?

A: Flows from the Green Swamp primarily occur north to the Withlacoochee River. When water levels in the Green Swamp are high enough, flow also occurs south to the Hillsborough River. There are no structures or dams in the Green Swamp that control flow to either the Withlacoochee or Hillsborough rivers. Currently, the river is naturally draining to both the Withlacoochee and Hillsborough rivers.

Q: Are there any structures or dams along the Withlacoochee River and what are their purpose?

A: The Wysong Structure is located between Citrus and Sumter County just downstream of Lake Panasoffkee. During times of low to normal flow, Wysong is used to conserve water upstream along the river and in Lake Panasoffkee. During high flows, such as now, Wysong is fully lowered and has no impact on the flow of the river. The Inglis Dam, located on Lake Rousseau, is used to divert excess flow to the Gulf of Mexico.

BUYER: LOWE BRIAN, LOWE SANDRA Site Address: 4521 LISETTE CIR; BROOKSVILLE Single Family Sale Price: $167,000 08/08/2018 BUYER: HARRIS THOMAS E TTEE, HARRIS SHELIA K TTEE Site Address: 2303 COUNTRYSIDE DR; SPRING HILL /TIMBER PINES Single Family Sale Price: $171,000 08/09/2018

BUYER: RITTENHOUSE THOMAS K RITTENHOUSE SARA C Site Address: 4461 BAHAMA DR HERNANDO BEACH Sale Price: $249,000 08/23/2018 BUYER: JAWORSKI LUCILLE KATHERINE Site Address: 10538 WOODLAND WATERS BLVD; WEEKI WACHEE Single Family Sale Price: $373,000 08/27/2018

BUYER: HOFFMAN HERMAN HOFFMAN CAROLE Site Address: 2300 HIDDEN TRAIL DR Spring Hill/ Timber Pines Sale Price: $162,000 08/20/2018

Q: Can the Wysong Structure be opened to help lower water levels upstream?

A: The Wysong Structure has been completely lowered since early August and currently has no effect on water levels or flows along the Withlacoochee River.

Q: How far upstream does the Inglis Dam affect river levels?

A: The Inglis Dam on Lake Rousseau has been opened since July, sending excess river flow to the Gulf of Mexico and helping to keep Dunnellon below flood stage. The Inglis Dam has no effect on river levels upstream from Dunnellon or in Lake Panasoffkee.

IN, OUT & ABOUT

Library Programs SH- Spring Hill Branch Library, located at 9220 Spring Hill Drive.

WH- West Hernando Branch Library located at 6335 Blackbird Ave, Weeki Wachee, FL 34613 BV- Brooksville/ Main Library located at 238 Howell Ave, Brooksville, FL 34601 EH- East Hernando Branch located at 6457 Windmere Rd, Brooksville, FL 34602 Sept. 15 Game On! - EH 9/15/2018 10AM - 4PM Enjoy family gaming at the East Hernando Branch!

Rain Barrel Workshop - SH 9/15/2018 10:30 AM - 12PM Add a rain barrel to your landscape to provide water to plant beds and vegetable gardens.

Diverting potential runoff also help protect area waterways from potential pollution.

Sept. 17 Learning the Mouse - BV 9/17/2018 10AM - 12PM Registration is open Learn to use a mouse and acquire basic computer vocabulary.

Meditation Mondays - WH 9/17/2018 11AM - 12PM Make your Monday a more mindful

Monday with us - meditation provides many health benefits for mind, body & spirit. First half discussion of resource followed by meditation.

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: What It Means For You - WH 9/17/2018 4:30 - 5:30 PM A tax professional will discuss the impact of the recent tax legislation on citizens.

Sept. 18 Learning the Mouse - WH 9/18/2018 10AM - 12PM Registration is open Learn to use a mouse and acquire basic computer vocabulary.

Toddler Storytime - BV 9/18/2018 10:30 - 11AM Stories, songs, and more in a storytime program designed for children between 18 months - 3 years old.

Preschool Storytime - BV 9/18/2018 11:15 - 11:45 AM Stories, songs, and more in a storytime program designed for children between 3 - 5 years old.

Movies @ Your Library - EH 9/18/2018 2 - 4PM Movies on the big screen with free popcorn.

Nonfiction Book Discussion - SH 9/18/2018 3 - 4:30 PM Book discussion for adult nonfiction fans.

Art Attack! - WH 9/18/2018 4 - 5:30 PM Registration is open Is there a future artist in your family? Come to the Library and let your kids be inspired by famous artists and works of art. Kids between the suggested ages of 6 – 12 will learn about a famous artist and then make their own work of art. All materials provided.

Sept. 19 Learning the Mouse - SH 9/19/2018 10AM - 12PM Registration is open Learn to use a mouse and acquire basic computer vocabulary.

Storytime - EH 9/19/2018 10:30 - 11AM Stories, songs, and more in a storytime program designed for children between 18 months - 5 years old.

“WooooSaaahh” Wednesdays - BV 9/19/2018 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM Escape your hectic day and bring your bag lunch for a little drop in art therapy.

Pictures from the Web - SH 9/19/2018 12 - 1PM Registration is open Want to get Pictures from the web, Facebook, or email? Let us show you how!

Financial Management Series - BV 9/19/2018 2 - 4PM This month’s topic: Getting Ready for Retirement Let’s Cook! - WH 9/19/2018 4 - 5:30 PM Registration is open Tired of precooked, frozen, tasteless meals? Learn to cook from scratch!

Sept. 20 Baby Storytime - BV 9/20/2018 10 - 11AM A storytime featuring stories, bouce rhymes, songs and more just for babies and their caregivers.

Learning the Mouse - EH 9/20/2018 10AM - 12PM Registration is open Learn to use a mouse and acquire basic computer vocabulary.

Toddler Storytime -SH 9/20/2018 10:30 - 11AM Storytime time for toddlers featuring

stories, songs, and fingerplays.

Book Discussion Group - BV 9/20/2018 11AM - 12:30 PM Please contact the Main Library to obtain a copy of the book and the discussion questions.

Preschool Storytime - SH 9/20/2018 11:15 AM - 12PM Stories, songs, fingerplays, and much more designed for children between the ages of 3-5.

Writers Workshop - EH 9/20/2018 1 - 3PM Free and open to the public - meets every other Thursday. All levels of experience from beginners to published authors. Our group is on-going and continuous, join at any time. Bring pen and paper. For more information call 352-583-2441.

Book Discussion Group - WH 9/20/2018 2 - 3:30 PM Please contact the West Hernando Branch to obtain a copy of the book and the discussion questions.

Choose to Quit - SH 9/20/2018 2 - 4PM Get the tools you need to quit smoking now with this 2 hour tobacco cessation course. The course includes a one month supply of nicotine replacement patches, lozenges, or gum (participant’s choice) absolutely free!

Death Cafe - EH 9/20/2018 3:30 - 5PM Join us to share your philosophy, experiences and fears about death and dying.

Girls Who Code - SH 9/20/2018 4:30 - 5:30 PM Registration is open Girls! Come to the library to learn about the exciting world of computer coding. No experience necessary.

Introduction to Ukulele - Part 2 - WH

9/20/2018 4:30 - 5:30 PM Registration is open Baby Storytime - WH Sept. 21 Toddler Storytime - WH 9/21/2018 10:30 - 11AM Storytime time for toddlers featuring stories, songs, and fingerplays.

Preschool Storytime - WH 9/21/2018 11:15 - 11:45 AM Stories, songs, fingerplays, and much more designed for children between the ages of 3-5.

SHINE - EH (individual counseling by appt. only) 9/21/2018 12 - 2PM Free Medicare and Health Insurance Counseling and Information

during open enrollment period.

By appointment only. Call 352593-0705 for more information.

Tech Tutors - WH 9/21/2018 2:30 - 4:30 PM Not quite sure how to use your device? Do you have any questions or concerns? Grab your gadget and stop by!

It’s JAZZ! - SH 9/21/2018 3 - 4:30 Join us for another special musical program in our ongoing series about the Golden Age of Jazz.

Presented by former NPR Jazz Radio Announcer Peter LaMattina.

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Florida Panhandle

Part II — Niceville and Eden Gardens State Park.

This is Part II of Judy’s stay in the Florida Panhandle. In Part II, Judy describes Niceville and Eden Gardens State Park.

We took an afternoon drive all along the Choctawhatchee Bay just a few miles north of Topsail Hill Preserve, where we were camping. The bay stretches for 30 miles from end to end and varies from 4 to 6 miles across. It ranges in depth from ankle deep to over 43 feet. It has both salt water from the Gulf of Mexico and fresh water from Santa Rosa Sound and Pensacola Bay. It is a fisherman’s and boater’s paradise.

Along the bay we stopped in the town of Niceville. The town is located in Okaloosa County near Eglin Air Force Base. At one time Niceville was in Walton County. We spent some time driving around and stopped at a small park with a boardwalk. Why is it called Niceville? The town was originally named Boggy (for the Boggy Bayou) in the 1800’s. In 1910 the postmaster’s daughter was given the task of coming up with a new name. She chose the name Niceville and it has stuck ever since.

One park we really liked was Eden Gardens State Park, located in Point Washington, about 10 miles east of our campground. It was just a short drive down Hwy 98. Once again I liked it because of the history around it. On property sits a mansion which resembles a southern plantation set amid mossy oaks and manicured gardens. The house was built in 1896-1897 by William Henry Wesley, a lumber baron. The two story home with the wrap-around porch was constructed from yellow pine. This particular wood gets harder over time and is termite resistant. The home has held up well over the years. It sits on a gorgeous piece of land along Tucker Bayou. In this house William Wesley and his wife Katie raised 9 children. William died in 1936 and Katie lived there until her death in 1953.

The house changed hands and the next owner left it vacant. In 1963 the home was purchased by Miss Lois Genevieve Maxon, a former New York reporter. She had never married and was a wealthy lady. The house had been empty for a decade and was in serious need of repairs.

She purchased the home for $12,500 and spent another $1 million in renovations. She changed some of the outward appearance to resemble the homes of the old South. It became a showplace for her antiques. The main parlor contains the second largest collection of original Louis the XVI furniture in the United States. That furniture ---the collection of brocaded and gilded sofas and chairs--is worth over $2 million. She wanted everyone to enjoy the home. Miss Maxon gave tours 2 days a week while she was in residence. She still was interested in writing and would take her typewriter upstairs so as not to disturb her guests touring the house. On Christmas Eve 1968 she donated the house and 10 acres to the state and this became Eden Gardens State Park.

Miss Maxon lived another 15 years and died in 1983.

Tours of the Wesley House are given 5 days per week for a nominal fee of $4. Our guide shared a wealth of information. She told stories about the benefactor, Miss Maxon, plus tales about the Wesley family. She explained the mansion’s many rooms and their original uses, plus commented on the

Wesley House, Eden Gardens State Park

The Bayou, Eden Gardens State Park.

various antiques. The small gift shop at the park sells postcards, books, T-shirts, and other items ---all on the honor system. You simply leave your cash or check in a jar with a note of what you bought. We spent some time walking the grounds.

Miss Maxon loved flowers and had many camellias and azaleas planted. When they bloom in spring it must be a tremendous wave of colors.

path is easily marked.

She brought in beautiful garden statues and created some borders and brought in fountains. A reflection pool was added later. Weddings are popular at Eden today.

They are held under the majestic moss draped trees, the oldest of which is a 500 year old oak. There is a pavilion on the grounds for receptions and there are picnic tables, benches, and a small pier to enjoy the view. The garden

In Part III next week, Judy will tell us about Defuniak Springs and Seaside.

Directions: From Ridge Manor FL it was a 376 mile drive. We took I-75 north and then got on I-10 west.

We got off I-10 at DeFuniak Springs (Hwy 331) and traveled 25 miles south on Hwy 331 to Hwy 98.

On Hwy 98 we traveled 5 miles west then turned on scenic 30A--you will see the park sign for Topsail Hill Preserve.

You could also investigate taking Hwy 19 part of the way, but this I-75 and I-10 is listed as the most direct route.

Another view of Wesley House

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• 80 Acre shooting facility • Clubhouse •General Rifle/Pistol Range • IDPA • USPSA •Junior Programs & 4-H • IHMSA • Archery •Skeet, Trap & Five Stand Range • Cowboy SASS •Black Powder Rifle/Pistol • Bullseye • Steel • High Power • Rifle • Action Rifle • Fast Draw • Appleseed Rifle • Bowling Pin

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Event Previews

IN, OUT & ABOUT

Upcoming events that will get you out and about...

BROOKSVILLE TRACTOR SUPPLY SHOWCASES HOMEMADE HOMEGROWN GOODS SATURDAY, SEPT. 22, 2018 10 AM TO 2PM

The Brooksville Tractor Supply store is hosting a community Farmers Market on Saturday, Sept. 22.

From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., local farmers, crafters and artisans will be onsite selling homemade and homegrown goods at the store located at 18741 Cortez Blvd. According to store manager Joyce Moore, there’s no better way to celebrate the fall harvest season in the Brooksville area. “Farmers markets are a great way to highlight skills, foster community relationships and support neighbors,” said Moore. “We are excited to provide a platform for our customers to showcase their homemade and homegrown goods.”

Local goods for sale will be displayed in tented areas in front of the store. Participating vendors include Ruff Rescue, among others. Tractor Supply’s Fall Farmers Market event will take place at 18741 Cortez Blvd.

Contact the Brooksville Tractor Supply at 352-7992551 for more information or details about participating in the event.

SENIOR HEALTH FAIR EXPO WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 26, 2018 AT 11 AM TO 2 PM TOWNE SQUARE MALL, US19, 3021 COMMERCIAL WAY, SPRING HILL

Saturday Sept. 22, 2018 at Hernando Fairgrounds 6436 Broad Street, Brooksville, FL 34601 9am -2pm Adults $5.00 Children under 12 free

Experts will be available to discuss Wellness Screening. Medical, Dental Chiropractic, Insurance, Independent, Assisted Living Options, Elder & Estate Planning, Taxes, Financial Planning, Nutritionists, Pharmaceutical and more. Free Public Event. Visit https:// www.facebook.com/SpringHillBazaar/

Credit cards accepted at entrance table

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The Shoppes at the Towne Square Mall, 3021 Commercial Way, Spring Hill

A private dining experience for family & friends to create lasting memories as they gather together...

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Give us a call to reserve your next event at 352-799-3904 For more information Visit us at www.papajoes.org

1ST ANNUAL BROOKSVILLE PARANORMAL EXPERIENCE SATURDAY, SEPT. 29, 2018 10 AM TO 4 PM Starting Sept. 1 at May-Stringer House Museum Tuesday thru Saturdays noon until 3 PM. Join the Historic May-Stringer House Museum & PKC (Paranormal Kicks Cancer LLC) for a day of hauntingly good fun.

Enjoy exhibits, psychic readings, vendors, food trucks & Tales of the “other” side of Brooksville. If you think you’re brave, take a tour of one of the most haunted locations in Florida. All proceeds will benefit the Hernando Historical Museum Assoc., and PKC (Paranormal Kicks Cancer LLC) both nonprofit, raising money to grant wishes to children Ghost tours are $10.00 per person, cash at the door. Ages 12 and up please as the house does include some sensitive topics. Pre-sale tickets will be available for $8.00 Hernando Historical Museum Assoc 601 Museum Court, Brooksville, FL 34601. Call 352-799-0129 or visit hernandohistoricalmuseumassoc.com

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FROM OUR TABLE TO YOURS

by Cheryl Clanton

PREVIEW WEEKEND AT LIVE OAK THEATRE’S MORSANI CENTER FOR THE ARTS- GRAND BALLROOM FRIDAY, SEPT. 21, 7:30 PM SUNDAY SEPT. 23, 2:30 PM

Easy Crock Pot - Cuban Pork Ingredients 4lbs Boston Butt (no bone) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper 2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 cup sour orange juice 1 cup spanish mojo 3 teaspoons oregano 6 cloves minced garlic crushed 2 bay leaves

Directions In crock pot mix all ingredients except meat.

In pan use some olive oil, salt, some garlic and pepper and brown meat on all sides about 5 minutes each side. Once meat is browned good, place into crock pot and toss around in mixture to cover meat. Cook on low for 8 hours or until done.

Hint could be served with yellow rice and black beans.

Live Oak Theatre will be holding a preview weekend celebration to introduce our community to its new Center for the Arts located at 21030 Cortez Boulevard, Brooksville, Florida 34601. All proceeds from the preview will go toward the scholarship fund for the Live Oak Conservatory, which provides classes in the arts, such as dance, choir and acting. A preview of its 2018-2019 season will be held on Friday evening, Sept. 21 at 7:30 pm and again on Sunday afternoon at 2:30 pm in its grand ballroom. The preview will feature various numbers from its upcoming productions of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat and Godspell as well as featured performances from past seasons, which helped it to gain its reputation and following, enabling them to obtain their own Center for the Arts. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for children 13 and under when purchased with an adult ticket. Dessert and beverage are included.

The weekend will also feature a Harvest Moon Ball on Saturday evening, Sept. 22 from 6:30 pm to 10 pm. The Ball is being facilitated by John Rovello who obtained the services of Angelo Rifino as a DJ and specializes in this era. Rifino will play uninterrupted ballroom music throughout the evening in the Grand Ballroom. Live Oak Theatre’s grand ballroom is reported to be the only all wood ballroom in Hernando County. Tables will se set around the perimeter allowing dancers to move around the entire floor. Tickets are also $15.

For more information and to purchase tickets, call the Live Oak box office at 352-593-0027 or email LiveOakBoxOffice@GMail.com or purchase tickets directly online at www.LiveOakTheatre.org.

Address: 21030 Cortez Boulevard, Brooksville, Florida 34601

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TV’s BesT BeTs Week Of sepT. 16, 2018 Sunday, Sept. 16

ing Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field to take on the Temple Owls.

Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series: South Point 400 NBCSN, 3pm Live It’s playoff time for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series, as the top 16 drivers who’ve qualified for the postseason start the race for the championship today at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

NFL Football: N.Y. Jets at Cleveland NFL Network, 8:20pm Live This Thursday Night Football matchup at Cleveland’s FirstEnergy Stadium might be a glimpse at the future, as Browns rookie QB Baker Mayfield could be the starter against N.Y. Jets rookie QB Sam Darnold.

Verizon IndyCar Series: Grand Prix of Sonoma NBCSN, 6:30pm Live The 2018 Verizon IndyCar Series champion is crowned tonight at the Grand Prix of Sonoma in California, with Scott Dixon, Alexander Rossi, Josef Newgarden, Will Power and Ryan Hunter-Reay the top contenders for the title.

No One Would Tell Lifetime, 8pm Original Film!

This remake of a 1996 cautionary teen dating movie of the same name stars Shannen Doherty as a mother who must fight for justice against her daughter’s seemingly perfect boyfriend.

Mira Sorvino also stars.

The Circus: Inside the Wildest Political Show on Earth Showtime, 8pm New Episodes!

This season, the reporting team hits the campaign trail for the midterm elections, following multiple individual stories and key characters from the campaigns, capturing their unique perspectives in weekly half-hour shows.

Warriors of Liberty City Starz, 8pm New Series!

NBA star LeBron James is an executive producer behind this six-part series about the titular Liberty City, a crime-ridden Miami neighborhood that is also known as having produced some of the biggest names in the NFL. The series follows a season with the Liberty City Warriors, a youth football program founded by an unlikely mentor: hip-hop pioneer Luther Campbell, better known as “Uncle Luke.” Life, like football, is a contact sport, and for the kids and families of Liberty City, being a Warrior holds the key to both.

NFL Football: N.Y. Giants at Dallas NBC, 8:20pm Live A Week 2 matchup of NFC East rivals is in store tonight on NBC’s Sunday Night Football as Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys host Saquon Barkley and the N.Y. Giants at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

The Miniaturist PBS, 9pm Johannes makes a confession to Nella, promising no more secrets -- but his enemies are already closing in.

Otto disappears, and Marin reveals her own secret.

Monday, Sept. 17 Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Nickelodeon, 6:30pm New Series!

This reboot of the classic kids’ series -- which features the voices of Ben Schwartz as Leo, Omar Miller as Raph, Josh Brener as Donnie, Brandon Mychal Smith as Mikey and Kat Graham as April O’Neil -- finds the turtles at the beginning of their superhero journeys and learning to master their newfound powers. The look of the series returns to the franchise’s comic book roots and features hand-drawn 2D animation, but Nickelodeon’s Executive Vice President of Corporate Communications David Bittler reassures fans, “The show’s premise remains the same -- it’s about turtle ninjas who live in sewers.”

Castaways: “Hindsight” and “The Search” ABC, 8pm Airing on this special date and time, the two-hour block begins with tensions reaching a boiling point as food and resources dwindle.

In the second episode, “The Search,” a fight divides a camp, and starvation forces two castaways to search for resources that may still exist on the islands. Two castaways approach their breaking point, unsure of whether or not they can continue.

Inside the Manson Cult: The Lost Tapes FOX, 8pm Liev Schreiber hosts this two-hour, true-crime special on Charles Manson and his gang of blindly loyal followers. Culled from more than 100 hours of footage, the special goes inside the cult’s Spahn Ranch to offer an intimate and terrifying look into America’s most murderous group. New and archival interviews with former Manson cult members, such as Catherine “Gypsy” Share and Dianne “Snake” Lake,

Bite Club: “Japanese Hibachi Grill Thrills” Food Network, 9pm In this episode, Tyler Florence brings together five of the best chefs in Indianapolis to compete outside their comfort zones in a Japanese hibachi restaurant. Using the unique style of grill for the first time, they’re pushed to the limits with secret ingredients like sweet bourbon and fruity guava paste. In the final round, the two remaining chefs must combine crawfish tails, Yukon gold potatoes and anything else they can find to make the best dish possible.

Above: ‘I feel bad’ on NBC, Wed. Sept. 19, 10PM. Right: ‘Truly, Madly, Sweetly‘ on the Hallmark Channel, Sat. Sept 22 at 9PM. and an exclusive interview with Bobby Beausoleil from prison, where he is serving a life sentence for a murder he committed in association with the Manson family, are included.

70th Primetime Emmy Awards NBC, 8pm Live Saturday Night Live stars Colin Jost and Michael Che host this installment of TV’s biggest night. Game of Thrones leads the pack with 22 nominations, followed closely by SNL and Westworld, each with 21. For the first time in nearly 20 years, HBO did not have the most nominations as a network -- this year it was dethroned by streaming service Netflix, which has 112 nominations, followed closely by HBO’s 108 (with broadcast net NBC a distant third with 78).

NFL Football: Seattle at Chicago ESPN, 8:15pm Live Monday Night Football heads to Chicago’s Soldier Field as Mitch Trubisky and the Bears take on Russell Wilson and the Seattle Seahawks in Week 2.

Better Call Saul: “Something Stupid” AMC, 9pm Jimmy (Bob Odenkirk) expands his business, but runs into a problem that only Kim (Rhea Seahorn) can solve.

Gus (Giancarlo Esposito) intervenes in Hector’s (Mark Margolis) medical care. Mike (Jonathan Banks) deals with a setback.

Elementary: “Whatever Remains, However Improbable” CBS, 10pm Season Finale!

In “Whatever Remains, However Improbable,” the conclusion of a two-episode Season 6 finale event, Holmes (Jonny Lee Miller) and Watson (Lucy Liu) face their greatest challenge to date when a murder investigation threatens to destroy their partnership.

X Company: “Promises” Ovation, 10pm Sinclair (Hugh Dillon) orders his team to follow Faber (Torben Liebrecht) to Poland and zero in on Operation Marigold. But the road to get there proves to be deadly.

POV: “93Queen” PBS, 10pm Visit the Hasidic enclave of Borough Park, Brooklyn, and meet a group of tenacious women who are smashing the patriarchy in their community by creating the first all-female volunteer ambulance corps in New York City.

Tuesday, Sept. 18 Beat Shazam FOX, 8pm Season Finale!

Jamie Foxx hosts the finale episode of the season, where contestants try to identify popular songs faster than their competition, including the music identification app Shazam. Foxx’s daughter Corinne serves as the series’ DJ. FOX has already renewed the series for a third season.

America’s Got Talent: “Live Show Finals” NBC, 8pm The two-night season finale begins tonight to determine who will win this season.

Live finals continue tomorrow night.

The Great American Read: “Who Am I?” PBS, 8pm Explore the ways that America’s best-loved novels answer the age-old question, “Who am I?” From life lessons to spiritual journeys, these books help us understand our own identities and find our place in the world.

Love Connection: “Be & John” FOX, 9pm Season Finale!

Andy Cohen hears the juicy details of first dates attended by looking-for-love singles, who then decide if they made a love connection with any of their dates. If the studio audience correctly picks which of the three dates they connected with, the singleton wins a cash prize. Tonight’s season finale features a marketing coordinator and a sales director.

Castaways: “We Got This” ABC, 10pm Season Finale!

In this final episode, two castaways come across an abandoned camp full of journals and resources left by other survivors. Deep reflection forces all castaways to question their ability to stay, forcing yet another to quit. The remaining survivors reflect on their time on the island and how their lives will change if they are ever rescued.

Tosh.0 Comedy Central, 10pm Season Premiere!

Daniel Tosh dives into all aspects of the internet from the absolutely absurd to the incredibly ingenious as a new season begins.

The Paley Center Salutes “This Is Us” NBC, 10pm Ahead of the hit drama’s third season premiere next week, this one-hour special will feature clips, interviews with the stars and creators, and a behind-the-scenes look at how the series comes together each week. Highlights of the first two seasons will also be featured for viewers who may need a refresher.

Sweet Home Sextuplets TLC, 10pm New Series!

Courtney and Eric Waldrop, their three older boys and their sextuplet babies are the subject of this new six-episode series. Viewers are invited to join the family from just before they give birth through their high-risk delivery, the babies’ admittance to the NICU and the family adjusting to a new normal after bringing the babies home.

The Purge: “The Urge to Purge” USA Network, 10pm Penelope (Jessica Garza) prepares for her sacrifice.

Rick (Colin Woodell) and Jenna (Hannah Emily Anderson) weigh the cost of closing their business deal.

The Hunt for the Trump Tapes With Tom Arnold Viceland, 10:30pm New Series!

In this docuseries described as “All the President’s Men meets Curb Your Enthusiasm,” actor Tom Arnold searches for the truth behind the rumored and potentially damaging recordings of Donald Trump. As his search among the people who may have or know of these tapes unfolds, the series becomes a fun-house mirror snapshot of our current media and political landscape. Showbiz insiders, journalists and Trump associates make appearances, including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Judd Apatow, Jane Mayer, Felix Sater and Anthony Scaramucci.

Wednesday, Sept. 19 MasterChef FOX, 8pm Season Finale!

In the two-hour season

finale, this season’s three remaining home cooks prepare a showstopping three-course menu for the judges. At stake is $250,000 and the title of MasterChef.

The Amazing Human Body PBS, 8pm This three-hour series airs all in one night and uses amazing graphics to demonstrate the various bodily processes that allow us to stay alive.

The three hours are divided by topic: “Grow,” which shows how humans grow from a single cell to beings of more than 37 trillion cells; “Survive,” a look at the miraculous ways the body works to stay alive and healthy; and “Learn,” which shows how experience teaches our brains and bodies to work together and develop new skills.

Total Divas E!, 9pm Season Premiere!

Big news on the Diva front!

After a career-threatening injury, Paige returns for Season 8, where she looks to Brie and Nikki Bella for help in dealing with her past mistakes and building her confidence back up.

Suits: “Managing Partner” USA Network, 9pm When Harvey (Gabriel Macht) and Zane (Wendell Pierce) can’t stay on the sidelines, Donna (Sarah Rafferty) does what’s best for the firm.

Big Food Truck Tip Food Network, 10pm New Series!

Andrew Zimmern travels the country looking for food truck entrepreneurs who are chasing the American dream of being their own boss and sharing their food with the public. Zimmern has a surprise in store for one lucky food truck operator: a $10,000 tip and the Food Network seal of approval.

I Feel Bad NBC, 10pm New Series!

Amy Poehler is an executive producer on this comedy that follows Emet (Sarayu Blue), a woman trying to come to terms with not being perfect in her various roles as mom, boss, wife, friend and daughter. Paul Adelstein, Madhur Jaffrey and Brian George also star. Another new episode follows.

The Sinner: “Part VIII” USA Network, 10pm Season Finale!

Heather (Natalie Paul) and Ambrose (Bill Pullman) continue their search for Julian (Elisha Henig) as Marin’s (Hannah Gross) past is unraveled.

Thursday, Sept. 20 Dead Lucky Sundance Now New Series!

Rachel Griffiths and Yoson An star in this crime thriller told from multiple perspectives. Detective Grace Gibbs (Griffiths) is obsessed with catching the armed robber who killed her junior officer.

Charlie Fung (An), her new trainee, blames Grace for the death of his best friend. Over one week, the paths of these and other characters collide, with devastating consequences.

College Football: Tulsa at Temple ESPN, 7:30pm Live This Thursday night American Athletic Conference matchup has the Tulsa Golden Hurricane visit-

St. Vincent TNT, 10pm Maggie and her son Oliver move in next to the eccentric Vincent while trying to start a new life. While Vincent initially pushes all the wrong buttons, Maggie befriends him to help care for her child after school. It’s that relationship between Vincent and Oliver that blossoms into something special. Great actors in a solid situation make for a truly enjoyable film. Stars Bill Murray, Melissa McCarthy and Naomi Watts.

Friday, Sept. 21 Dragon Pilot: Hisone and Masotan Netflix New Series!

This anime series follows recently stationed Air Self-Defense Force rookie Hisone Amakasu, who is chosen by a dragon concealed within Gifu Air Base to be his pilot.

The Good Cop Netflix New Series!

Tony Danza makes his return to television (again playing a character named Tony, of course) in this hourlong dramedy series. He plays Tony Sr., a disgraced former NYPD officer who never followed the rules. He lives with his son, Tony Jr. (Josh Groban), an earnest, obsessively honest NYPD detective who makes a point of always following the rules.

This “odd couple” become unofficial partners as Tony Sr. offers his overly cautious son blunt, streetwise advice on everything from handling suspects to handling women.

Hilda Netflix New Series!

This animated series based on Luke Pearson’s acclaimed graphic novels follows the adventures of a fearless blue-haired girl (voiced by Bella Ramsey) as she travels from her home in a vast magical wilderness full of elves and giants to the bustling city of Trolberg, where she meets new friends and mysterious creatures who are stranger -and more dangerous -- than she ever expected.

Maniac Netflix New Series!

In this limited series, Annie (Emma Stone) and Owen (Jonah Hill) are two strangers drawn to the late stages of a mysterious pharmaceutical trial, each for their own reasons. Neither of their lives has turned out quite right, and the promise of a new, radical kind of treatment -- a sequence of pills inventor Dr. James K. Mantleray (Justin Theroux) claims can repair anything about the mind, be it mental illness or heartbreak -- draws them and 10 other strangers to the three-day drug trial that will, they’re assured, permanently solve all of their problems.

Nappily Ever After Netflix Original Film!

Sanaa Lathan also serves as a producer of this original film in which she plays Violet Jones, a woman with a seemingly perfect life complete with a high-powered job, an eligible doctor boyfriend and a meticulously maintained, flawless hairdo.

But after a life-changing event doesn’t go according to her plan, and following a hair-raising incident at the hairdresser, Violet’s life begins to unravel. Eventually, she realizes that she was living the life she thought she was supposed to live, not the one she really wanted.

Quincy Netflix Iconic musician Quincy Jones is the subject of this

documentary co-directed by his daughter Rashida Jones.

The film is an intimate look that threads personal moments with private archival footage to reveal a legendary life like no other. Quincy will also have a limited theatrical release.

Elena of Avalor: Song of the Sirenas Disney Junior, 7pm Original Film!

In this special, one-hour animated adventure, Elena travels to Nueva Vista and reconnects with her cousin Duke Cristabal, who has been keeping watch over the city. While there, she encounters a group of mermaid-like sea creatures called sirenas (voiced by Gina Rodriguez, Edward James Olmos, Rita Moreno, Prince Royce and Rosario Dawson) and learns about their complicated history with humans. Elena befriends the sirenas and enlists their help to defeat evil sorceress Shuriki (voiced

by Jane Fonda).

My Lottery Dream Home: “My Lottery Dream Stable” HGTV, 9pm Season Premiere!

When Jorge, Jackie and their daughter Jillian won a staggering $5 million on a Florida scratcher, they could finally buy the horse ranch that they had only dreamed about.

Host David Bromstad meets up with them in Loxahatchee, Fla., to help find the perfect house, land and stables.

Wynonna Earp: “The Other Woman” Syfy, 9pm A mysterious woman who knows a little too much about the Earps arrives on the Homestead with a special mission for Wynonna (Melanie Scrofano) and Waverly (Dominique Provost-Chalkley). Meanwhile, the rest of the team must wrangle a deadly fire witch.

Killjoys: “Sporemageddon” Syfy, 10pm Season Finale!

Aneela brings the Jaqobis brothers into Greenspace to defeat the Lady.

Saturday, Sept. 22 Unspeakable Crime: The Killing of Jessica Chambers: “A Dying Declaration” Oxygen, 7pm As the trial unfolds, shocking testimony from first responders reveals that Jessica uttered a dying declaration that may spawn new leads.

Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series: Federated Auto Parts 400 NBCSN, 7:30pm Live Richmond Raceway in Virginia is the site of the Federated Auto Parts 400, the second race in the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series playoffs.

The Shape of Water HBO, 8pm In the Cold War era, Elisa, a mute American woman, works in the cleaning department of a high-security government laboratory. Her life changes when she encounters a classified experiment.

Stars Sally Hawkins, Michael Shannon and Octavia Spencer.

Truly, Madly, Sweetly Hallmark Channel, 9pm Original Film!

Hallmark’s annual “Fall Harvest” programming stunt kicks off when Natalie (Nikki Deloach), the owner of a San Francisco food truck business selling cupcakes, and Eric (Dylan Neal), a finance manager and divorced dad with a young daughter, are brought together by the unusual bequest in a will. When Eric’s aunt, who was a longtime customer of Natalie’s, leaves them a building -- the site of a once-famous bakery -- they decide to renovate the bakery, and discover that they might also be baking a scrumptious romance.

Mind Your Business with Mahisha OWN, 10pm Mahisha Dellinger turned a creative idea into the multimillion-dollar hair company Curls, which makes organic hair care products for women embracing their natural textures. Now she’s helping other female entrepreneurs live out their dreams and take their small business to greater heights. In tonight’s episode, “It’s Poppin’ Off at Aunt Emma’s Popcorn,” Mahisha visits a small popcorn company with a big production problem.

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Calendar of Events Sept. 14 Hot Havana Nights 3rd Annual Children’s Charity Night WHEN: Friday, Sept. 14, 2018 6 PM to 10 PM WHERE: Silverthorn Country Club, 4550 Golf Club Lane, Spring Hill.

Description: Kiwanis Club of the Adventure Coast presents the 3rd Annual Children’s Charity Night! 100 percent of the proceeds benefit local children’s charities, including our newest program Dreams Come True!

You can purchase tickets online or reach out to one of our amazing club members! Tickets available: adventure coast.portalbuzz.com Friday Night Live WHEN: Friday, Sept. 14, 5pm – 10pm WHERE: Brooksville Bandshell At Hernando Park Brooksville, Description: There are some amazing events planned this year in our city of Brooksville. Among them is our ‘Friday Night Live’ series of music and food vendor events here in historic downtown Brooksville. There will be live bands and awesome food trucks at each of these events. We’ll keep you updated as new talent and vendors are signed on.The ‘Friday Night Live’ series continues on the 2nd Fridays throughout the year. Event festivities are scheduled to start at 5pm, and run to 10pm.

1ST ANNUAL BROOKSVILLE PARANORMAL EXPERIENCE When: Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM WHERE: 601 Museum Court, Brooksville, FL 34601 Description: Ghost tours are $10.00 per person, cash at the door.

Ages 12 and up please as the house does include some sensitive topics. Pre-sale tickets will be available for $8.00 Starting Sept. 1st at May-Stringer House Museum Tuesday thru Saturdays 12:00 - 3:00 PM. Join the Historic May-Stringer House Museum & PKC(Paranormal Kicks Cancer LLC) for a day of hauntingly good fun.

Enjoy exhibits, phyic readings, vendors, food trucks & Tales of the “other” side of Brooksville. If you’re brave, take a tour of one of the most haunted locations in Florida. All proceeds benefit our Hernando Historical Museum Assoc, and PKC (Paranormal Kicks Cancer LLC) both non-profit, raising money to grant wishes to children with cancer.

Coastal Cleanup WHEN: September 29, 2018 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

Check-in Location: Linda Pedersen 6300 Shoal Line Blvd Weeki Wachee, Fl Description: The International Coastal Cleanup began more than 30 years ago, when communities rallied together with the common goal of collecting and Sept. 22 documenting the trash littering their coastline. Florida Sea Grant and UF/IFAS Extension in Hernando County is SMITHSONIAN MAGAZINE MUSEUM DAY LIVE teaming up with local businesses, County Government SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2018 and local clubs to host the 2018 Ocean Conservancy Join America’s annual celebration of boundless curiosity. International Coastal Cleanup in Hernando County.

Museum day brings together museum from all 50 states to offer free admission to all ticket holders. This year, Sept. 30 Museum Day will showcase WOMEN MAKING HISTORY: Trailblazers in the arts, sciences, innovation & culture.

Stage West Into the Woods To receive your free Museum Day Live Ticket for two WHEN: Sunday, September 30, 2pm – 5pm people only, please register for an account at WHERE: Stage West Community Playhouse 8390 Forest http://www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/museOaks Blvd Spring Hill, FL 34606 um-day-live-2018/tickets Description: Take everyone’s favorite storybook charOnce registered you can request a ticket to ONE partic- acters and bring them together for a timeless, Tony ipating venue. The ticket will be available to download Award-winning shows that is both enchanting and immediately up to the date of the special event. You touching. When our beloved storybook characters must print your ticket and present it to receive your free discover they are under a Witch’s curse, they journey admission. to break the curse. Everyone’s wish is granted, but the The Hernando Historical Museum Association is listed as consequences of their actions return to haunt them later follows: May-Stringer House Museum, 1885 Train Depot with disastrous results.

Museum. Countryman Family One Room Schoolhouse Museum Oct. 2 Un-Common-ly Artsy WHEN: Saturday Sept. 22, 2018 10am – 2pm Boating Skills & Seamanship WHERE: Uptown Art Gallery, 201 Howell Avenue, Brooks- WHEN: Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2018 7pm – 9:30pm ville, WHERE: USCG Auxiliary Bldg., 4340 Calienta Street Spring Description: A brand new monthly outdoor arts market Hill, hosted by Brooksville Main Street that will be held in His- Description: The U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary’s Boating Skills toric Downtown Brooksville every fourth Saturday of the and Seamanship (BS&S) course is a comprehensive course month. With over 100 exhibitor spots, it is a fantastic col- designed for both the experienced and the novice boater. lection of fine artists, crafters, makers, entertainers and (This lesson typically will not be taught in coastal courses) food trucks the entire family can enjoy. The Uptown Art Duration:18 Hours. Contact: Susan Watkins swatkins678@ Gallery will also be open during this time for visitors to gmail.com (352) 340-8848. Course Cost $60. Text includview the latest art collections. Interested in being an ex- ed. Registration 1/2 hour prior to start of class. hibitor? Exhibitor spots are $50.00 for each 10x10 space.

As part of joining our historic downtown Brooksville arts Oct. 3 market you will now also be featured across our social media channels! We will spotlight some of your work Hernando Audubon Birding Trip or product and also provide ways the public can reach Wednesday, October 3: Inverness Lakeside Trail. Meet out to you directly. This is just a bonus to provide more at 8 AM at Wallace Brooks Park (E. Dampier St., Inverexposure for your art, craft or business. *Special 2018 ness, Citrus County). We will walk about 2 miles of the Promotion* Keep up to date with the latest Un-ComWithlacoochee Trail along beautiful Lake Henderson. This mon-ly Artsy event details by visiting our official event varied habitat provides a good mix of birds, wildflowers, page: www.facebook.com/uncommonlyartsybrooksville and butterflies. Bring a lunch if you want to eat at the For more information, or to register for this event, conpark. For information, contact Eileen, tact Brooksville Main Street Events and Marketing Coor- naturecoastbirder5@yahoo.com dinator, Tina Marie Polson, at events@brooksvillemainstreet.org and an exhibitor application will be provided.

Oct. 5 Application and fees sent via USPS must be postmarked

by September 14, or hand delivered no later than Going Batty at Fort Cooper September 19th to: City of Brooksville. 201 Howell Ave. WHEN: Oct. 5, 2018 6;30 to 8:30 PM Brooksville, FL 34601 Make check or money order payWHERE: Friends of Fort Cooper 3100 S Old Floral City able to: Brooksville Main Street Rd, Inverness, Description: Attendees will start the evening at 6:30 p.m.

Sept. 25 with refreshments served in the Park’s Rec Hall and the presentation entitled “Bats – Myth and Reality” will begin Boating Skills & Seamanship promptly at 6:45 p.m., featuring presenter Shari BliWHEN: Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2018 7:00pm – 9:30pm sett-Clark. Following her presentation, attendees will take WHERE: Uscg Auxiliary Building 4340 Calienta Street , a short walk to Fort Cooper’s Bat House to witness the Description: The U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary’s Boating swarm of bats exiting the House at sundown. It’s truly a Skills and Seamanship (BS&S) course is a comprehensive remarkable sight! It is advised that walkers wear sneakcourse designed for both the experienced and the novice ers or close-toed shoes. Florida’s bats are the primary boater. The course, now in its 14th edition published in predators of night-flying insects, consuming millions of 2013, consists of 8 core required two-hour lessons, plus bugs each night. Even a small colony of just 100 bats can five elective lessons, providing up-to-date knowledge eat up to 200,000 insects in a single night or 65 million for handling boats in all conditions. Course Cost: $60 insect pests each year! Pesticide-free, cost-free insect Course length: 18 Hours. Contact: Susan Watkins at control! Seating in the Social Hall is limited. Reservations swatkins678@gmail.com / (352) 340-8848. Registration are required! Please reserve by October 3. by emailing 1/2 hour prior to start of class.

Eileen Riccio at naturecoastbirder5@yahoo.com. There is a $3 per car state park entrance fee. Free.

Sept. 29 free.

2018 Hernando UNTAPPED Craft Beer and Wine FesArts & Crafts Fair tival WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018 at 09:00–14:00 WHEN: Oct. 5, 5-10PM WHERE: Hernando County YMCA,1300 Mariner Blvd, WHERE: American Aviation 17076 Helicopter Dr; Brooksville Join us for the 10th Annual Arts and Crafts Fair!! Get Description: Hernando Untapped is one of the most talked ready for amazing handcrafted items from great vendors, about Craft beer and wine festivals in the Tampa Bay reincluding jewelry, metals, glass, painting, photography, gion! It features the most outstanding craft beer and wine handcrafted designs, custom bags, soaps, food and more. makers and their amazing products in an atmosphere Admission is FREE and OPEN to Community! Vendors can filled with live performances by THE BEARDED BROTHERS. register at the YMCA. Vendor fee is $45 for inside space We can’t forget our Foodies! We’ll also have unique Food with 6’ table or $55 for outdoor 12x12 space.

Truck vendors as well as distinctive merchants & retail-

Movie Times GTC BEACON CINEMA 12961 Cortez Blvd, Brooksville, FL 34613

ers. You can’t beat a better way to spend the first Friday night in October than with groovy friends, hand-crafted flavors of beer, cutting-edge music, entertaining games and innovative foods! Check out the website for a list of breweries & food trucks scheduled to appear! www. hernandochamber.com TICKETS WILL BE ON SALE SOON! Only those 21+ with valid photo id will be admitted. For the safety of everyone at the festival, no infants, children, strollers or pets will be allowed. (352) 796-0697 info@hernandochamber.com 2018 Annual Fall Plant Sale Spring Hill Garden Club’s Annual Fall Plant Sale will be on Friday Oct. 5th and Saturday Oct 6th. The sale will be held at Nature Coast Botanical Gardens located at 1489 Parker Avenue, Spring Hill, hours are 9am-2pm.

Our plants are tried and true, and help is offered from out knowledgeable club members. Please visit us on the web -- naturecoastgardens.com. for complete updated information, Oct. 6 Turner Syndrome Walk WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018, 10am – 2pm WHERE: Tom Varn Park, 301 Darby Ln, Brooksville, FL 34601 Description: National fundraiser to raise awareness and money and awareness of Turner Syndrome and help advance knowledge, facilitate research, and provide support with those with Turner Syndrome. There will be food music, crafts, games, dancing, and vendors. Registration online ends September 20th. You can also register the morning of beginning at 9:30. Contact: Shannon Rogers at shanaekay@yahoo.com Wildlife Rangers Weeki Wachee Preserve Cleanup Volunteer Clean Up Hernando County Saturday, October 6 at 10 AM Weeki Wachee Preserve 2345 Osowaw Blvd, Spring Hill, Florida 34607 This event is being led by 12 year old Wildlife Warrior Mason Johnson. Wear closed toe shoes. Bring a packed lunch, plenty of water, work gloves and a large trash bag.

All ages are welcome.

People have been abusing this beautiful preserve for years. Please join Mason in showing it some love. Keep an eye out for future events and make a commitment to always clean up after yourselves. We only have one Earth. Contact: Hernando County Wildlife Warriors on Facebook Oct 9

Hernando Audubon Birding Trip

Eco-walk at Crystal River Preserve State Park. Meet at 8 AM at the entrance to the trail at 5990 N. Tallahassee Road north of Crystal River (Citrus County). This is an easy, 2-mile walk through beautiful, varied habitat of upland mixed pine, oak, and pasture that attracts a large variety of passerines as well as hawks. For information, contact Eileen, naturecoastbirder5@yahoo.com

SPORTS

County Prep Football Recaps: Week 3

BY ANDY VILLAMARZO HERNANDO SUN SPORTS WRITER

Three weeks of high school football are in the books and teams are starting to find their groove as they head into the mid-season and into district play. Hernando has had the hottest start of any team in Hernando County, as the Leopards are off to a 3-0 start under first-year head coach Rob Kazmier. Over at Nature Coast, the Sharks have one of the leading rushers in the state of Florida in running back Michael Weston. Springstead is hoping to regain form when they host Mitchell this week. Weeki Wachee’s offense might have found their groove after facing Hudson Fivay, while Central is still winless at 0-3. We take a look back at Week 3 of the

regular season for these five teams.

Hernando 48, Land O’ Lakes 14: If there was any doubts about Hernando’s dominance the first couple of weeks, the Leopards may have put to rest the naysayers as they rolled to a 48-14 blowout victory over the Gators. Leopards running back Israel Fields had a huge night on the ground, rushing for 261 yards on 20 carries and score four touchdowns. Hernando improved to 3-0 on the season and face Lecanto this week in the first district matchup of the season.

Nature Coast Technical 32, Springstead 7: Michael Weston. Michael Weston. Michael Weston.

That’s what Springstead’s defense got to see a lot of last Friday when they

faced the juggernaut rushing attack of Nature Coast’s, led by Weston.

The senior 230-pound tailback rushes for nearly 200 yards in the Sharks 32-7 win over the Eagles.

Nature Coast is 2-1 on the season.

Weeki Wachee 52, Fivay 14: The Hornets got the big time performance they’ve been waiting for from quarterback Vaughn Sykora. The senior signal caller put up a team-record 355 yards passing and six touchdown passes in a 52-14 blowout of Hudson Fivay. With the win, the Hornets botch their first this season and have a bye week before facing Central next week.

Gainesville Eastside 64, Central 0: The Bears took another one to the chin when they fell 64-0 against Gainesville Eastside last Friday night. Leopards’ No. 26 Isreal Fields dodges a tackle in game against Hudson Fivay during See RECAPS, Page 12

Week 2 of regular season. CREDIT: CHERYL CLANTON

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Bobcat Invitational Tourney ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALICE MARY HERDEN

PHSC Women’s Volleyball participates in three tournaments during the 2018 season.

Their first invitational tournament was in August resulting in 3 wins and 1 loss at Hillsborough Community College in Tampa.

“It was a tough tournament at Hillsborough. We were the only Division 2 school that played there, we were the underdogs coming in,” Newton said.

“It was great to come out strong, play hard and to play schools we don’t usually play.”

First year head coach Deann Newton leads the Bobcats with an 8-3 record going into their 2018 season. On the roster is 2017 Weeki Wachee High School graduate Sarah Asbury.

First year head coach Deann Newton.

Newton is not a stranger to volleyball, she has an extensive background coaching high school volleyball and gained achievement as Coach of the Year at Sunlake High School and received the Sunshine Athletic Conference East Coach of the Year in 2014.

“My focus is about serve pass: you gotta serve the ball, you gotta pass

PHSC mascot Boomer the Bobcat showed support for the ladies during the volleyball tournament.

2016 Weeki Wachee Graduate Sarah Asbury gives support to her teammates during the Bobcat Invitational Tournament.

the ball. After that you can’t do anything else if you are not successful in those areas, that has always been my focus as a coach,” said Newton.

The team is composed of seven sophomores and eight freshmen. Newton’s main focus as the season continues to push towards the FCSAA Sun Lakes Conference tournament is solidifying the line up.

“We got some great hitters,” Newton said.

“Both of our middles are sophomores and very strong this year. They have done a great job at leading us at the net.”

The Bobcat Invitational Tournament is a twoday tournament held in September at PHSC in New Port Richey. The Bobcats took on on Lake Sumter College, Kansas City Kansas Community College, Catawba Valley

Community College and Indian River State College on their home court.

Bobcat Invitational Tournament Results Friday Results vs Lake Sumter College: (25-14) (25-22) (26-24) vs Kansas City Kansas Community College: (27-25) (27-25) (22-25) (25-18) Saturday Results vs Catawba Valley Community College: (25-22) (25-22) (12-25) (25-21) vs Indian River State College: (25-16) (20-25) (25-20) (23-25) (15-11) As far as how Sarah Asbury’s game has changed since she moved on to the collegiate level, she remarks,

“My game has changed alot, I am getting smarter,” Asbury said. “I know what I am good at this year and even last year is different from high school. I am watching their (opposing) team and their defense to help on my offense.”

Now a sophomore at PHSC, Asbury continues to be energetic and showcases a great sportsmanship amongst her teammates.

“I feel great, I love the team. We all connect really well and we balance each other out,” Asbury said. “Big shout out to my family and coaches. I love them all.”

In October the Bobcats are on the road competing against Northern Virginia Community College

(Virginia) Wallace State Community College (Alabama), Catawba Valley Community College (North Carolina) and Owens Community College (Ohio).

PHSC has been ranked within the top ten in the Division II NJCAA polls during the 2018 season.

In 2017 they were ranked number 8 in the nation.

“We definitely want to get back to nationals again,” Newton said. “... and play our hearts out when we get there.”

Game updates can be viewed on their website: https://athletics.phsc.edu/ sports/womens-volleyball

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Week 3 of the regular season for prep football in the state of Florida was last week and we here at the Hernando Sun want to give you the Hernando County reader all the insight you can get during the 2018 campaign. We will be doing a weekly ranking of the five teams within Hernando County. We now take a look at the Hernando

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Sun Prep Football rankings heading into Week 4 of the regular season.

No. 1 Hernando (3-0, 0-0): 21 carries, 260 yards and five touchdowns. That was the final stay line for Hernando running back Israel Fields, who continued his phenomenal season in the backfield for the Leopards. Rob Kazmier and crew and undefeated and currently lay claim to being the last undefeated team in Hernando County.

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No. 2 Nature Coast (2-1, 0-0): It didn’t take long for the Sharks to re-establish their dominance within the county and they ended up making quick work of Springstead in a 32-7 throttling of the Eagles. Along the way, running back Michael Weston had another big night, nearly rushing for 200 yards vs. Springstead.

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No. 3 Springstead (2-1, 0-0): The Eagles certainly had their chances to make a statement against one of the Tampa Bay area’s top teams in Nature Coast. Instead, the Eagles weren’t able to hang with the Sharks in a 32-7 loss. Springstead has to shake it off quickly, as they open up district play against undefeated Mitchell.

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Toby Benoit is a best selling novelist and professional outdoorsman with thirty-five years of experience guiding and outfitting for big game all across America. Toby is a renowned archer and turkey hunting expert who manufactures custom game calls and is a regular judge at NWTF sanctioned turkey calling events across the Southeast.

Treestand Safety This Saturday will begin the much anticipated archery season for those of us living in the Florida Wildlife Commission’s Zone C and the excitement is building. Archers all over the county are checking, testing and fine-tuning their equipment. The scouting season is behind us, and all of the hard work and lessons learned have formulated a plan and I pray that for each and every one of you, those plans come together for you!

There is one thing I want to mention to each of you headed to tops of the trees in ambush of your favorite game…. Be safe! I say this because over the years, I’ve taken some mighty bad falls. Four to be exact; from different styles of treestands and varying heights. Two of the falls I walked away from with little more than bruised pride, but the other two cost me a collapsed lung and broken hip respectively. Which, if any of you ever wondered, is why I do all of my hunting on the ground!

Now, I’ve searched the internet and called a few top treestand manufacturers to try and get an honest idea as to how many people are injured in treestand accidents each year.

It’s hard to find definitive nationwide statistics on treestand accidents, but the Treestand Manufacturers Association does tell me that of any reported treestand accidents, they happen when climbing up or down. I guess a lot of guys get in a hurry and take off or detach their safety harnesses for speed.

Don’t do it; remain tethered to the tree or stand, sure it’s a pain in the rear, but I’d hate for you to begin your archery season in a hospital bed.

A statistic that was shared repeatedly with me is that one-third of all treestand hunters will fall from a stand sometime during their lives, and that about three percent of them will suffer crippling injuries. I believe it. I know a lot of fellow hunters who’ve taken spills from their stands, so by all means, be aware and climb safely.

A few more points of safety to consider before we hit the woods Saturday morning: CHECK IT OUT Before using it, inspect your stands for defects, wear and tear or broken parts. This includes new stands! Then familiarize yourself with the nuances of setting up that specific stand. And any preplaced stands, use your flashlight and study them for any damage. I know a gentleman who took a spill from his ladder stand after another hunter cut halfway through his wooden ladder supports.

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hit 12 times for 75 yards and the Eagles 8 for 60.

Individually, the Sharks were led by senior workhorse running back Michael “Mike-Mike” The expectations Weston, who carried the heading into this game ball 31 times for 185 was to see a display yards and two scores. But of two strong running he wasn’t the only one to attacks. That is exactget the rock for NCT, as ly what happened, but quarterback Fabian Buronly one team managed nett gained 89 yards on 12 to finish consistently. carries, and senior KinAfter a quick threeyatah Morgan scored a and-out by the Sharks 24-yard touchdown on his that saw the Eagles get only carry of the game. the first lead of the game, The longest run for the Nature Coast’s defense tightened up. Their potent Sharks came from sophrunning game was able to omore Isaac Edwards, who gained 44 yards get going and the Sharks and brought back memclinched their fourth ories of former Sharks’ straight victory over back Deshawn Smith the rival Eagles, 32-7.

In terms of overall play, with his elusiveness.

For the Eagles, they NCT (1-1) outgained the Eagles (2-1) in total yards were led by senior athlete NCT players watch and learn from Coach Cory Johns before the game on Friday night Nathan Sims, who gained against rival Springstead.

(375-186), first downs (14-7), red zone efficiency 65 yards on 15 carries, For head coach Mike eating away at the Eagles’ run the ball effectively.” including the lone score (NCT 4/5, SHS 0/0), and Garofano, he credited depth advantage for the For both squads in this for the host Eagles from the turnover battle (4-1). the Sharks with their remainder of the contest. contest, next week begins 28 yards out. Aside from Penalties also hurt both For Sharks head coach the all-important district Sims, Adrian Cabrera had gameplan: “They moved sides in this game, as it up and down the field Cory Johns, the win was play in their respective 29 yards on nine carries many big plays were neand controlled the line of significant because of areas. Both teams will and Cross Licht had gated by the yellow flag, scrimmage throughout how his team performed be playing at home on 26 yards on six carries. with the Sharks being the contest. The guys as a unit. “It was a great Friday, with Nature Coast they have up front are game, exactly what we welcoming the Central much bigger than ours.” expected from our guys.

Bears to the Shark Tank The contest could’ve Our defense was able to and the Eagles hosting easily gotten out of hand hold its ground, and it the Mitchell Mustangs for the Sharks. Following was an overall great team at Booster Stadium. the series prior to Springeffort.” When asked about Both games are slatstead getting an early the running game, Johns ed to start at 7:30PM lead, Weston fumbled, said, “Our ground game and each matchup will and the Eagles recovered did a great job. Mike, probably set the tone for the football. Springstead Fabian, they played their their respective finishes couldn’t capitalize on the game, and (sophomore) in the final standings. turnover, and the Sharks Isaac Edwards, he comes would chew up the clock, in for Mike when he’s scoring on a five-yard tired and can give him scamper by Burnett. time to get back and From there, Springstead ready. People think it’s couldn’t keep pace with just Mike, but we have Springstead practices their lineup before taking on NCT NCT, as they just kept four, five guys who can Friday night - Sept. 7.

BY JOE CARLINO PHOTOGRAPHY BY CHERYL CLANTON HERNANDO SUN

Girls Golf: Springstead 269, Hernando 258 ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALICE MARY HERDEN

Springstead and Hernando went up against Citrus, Thursday Sept. 6, 2018 at Brookville Country Club Leopards’ Ali Shenefield, Eagles’ Kayleigh Marquart with Hurricanes’ Cameron Dempsey were at position one.

“I started out pretty rough, did okay, went back to pretty rough, but I finished well,” Leopards Ali Shenefield said. “I got 2 par 3’s, I was pretty happy about that.”

Hernando dominated the course, having seven golfers on the green.

Shenefield took the match over her competitors with a score of 58.

“I need to work on my chipping a lot more, I have been working on my putting- I was glad I was better today then what I was last week,” Shenefield said. “I am going to focus getting on the green better.

My drive is good, I just need to work on in between shots to the green.”

Sept. 18 Hernando heads back to the course at Oak Hills to be matched up with Springstead and Central.

“Today I thought I did

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alright, there were a few holes that were if-y,” Eagles’ Kayleigh Marquart said. “My chipping was really good today. I was really impressed because I hit the pole a few times.”

Eagles’ Kayleigh Marquart scored a 59, giving motivation on the green for their next match at Glen Lakes on Thursday, Sept. 13 against Weeki Wachee.

“Everything can always get better, but for my first match I thought I was pretty good,” Marquart said.

Sarah Bell played on the girls golf team during her high school years at Springstead and now the 2003 Springstead graduate is coaching the Lady Eagles on the green.

“I love golf,” Bell said.

“Golf was something I always wanted to coach.”

I try to really focus on what the girls need and what their goals are. I try to teach them how to play smart and be smart players, helping them fine tune their game.”

Hernando High School’s Ali Schenefield is also a standout pitcher on the Leopard’s softball team.

Springstead’s Kayleigh Marquart putting on Sept. 6 in the golf match with Hernando and Citrus.

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Central has now been outscored 126-12 through three games and it doesn’t get any easier for the Bears, as they face Nature Coast this week and Weeki Wachee the next.

Games on tap this week- Friday 9/14: Hernando at Lecanto, 7:30 p.m.

New Port Richey Mitchell at Springstead, 7:30 p.m.

Central at Nature Coast, 7:30 p.m.

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No. 4 Weeki Wachee (1-2, 0-0): Maybe the Hornets need to see a few more teams from Pasco County more often? Jacob Gray’s group put on its best performance of the season in a 52-14 demolishing of Hudson Fivay. In the process, quarterback Vaughn Sykora threw six touchdown passes against the Falcons.

No. 5 Central (0-2, 0-0): The Bears have most certainly seen better days.

Central suffered its second blowout loss of the season when they lost 64-0 to Gainesville Eastside. John Warren has a tough rebuilding project ahead of him and this season doesn’t get any easier for the Bears.

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Two runs to remember events of 9/11

promoting that health and wellness aspect,” she explained.

The last couple of years, The Hernando County the event has transitioned YMCA held their 17th into a two part event: ‘The annual event to honor Freedom Run’ is held on the lives lost on Sept. 11, the Saturday prior to Sept. many of them first re11 and the ‘Run to Responders. member’ is held on Sept.

The community of 11.

Ria is great with people, Hernando County along Slusser said that they loves kids, loves the water, and is very eager to please with members of Hernando added the Freedom Run County Fire Rescue, Heron Saturday because, “We but she needs to be an ONLY dog. She is very sad nando County Sheriff’s Of- noticed during the work fice and service members week, as much as we want again at the shelter, she to remember this event, we doesn’t understand why she showed their support on Saturday, Sept. 8 in Spring weren’t getting as much lost her family. Ria needs Hill for the ‘Freedom Run’ community involvement everyone’s help if she is to and again on Sept. 11 in make it out of the shelter! as we really wanted, so we the ‘Run to Remember.’

Please share her story far created a two part event.”

Before the Freedom and wide! Hernando AniThere were several mal Services,19450 Oliver Run on Sept. 8, Amber speakers who made powerSt. Brooksville, FL 352-796- Slusser Executive Direcful remarks to the crowd of 5062 tor for Hernando County participants on Sept. 8.

YMCA remarked, “The Y “As a community we in Hernando County has are happy to see so many been here for almost 30 that could join us today, to years. And the event today remember, to honor and to we have been honored to celebrate this wonderful do for the last seventeen of country we live in,” said those almost thirty years.” Sherrie Creamer volunteer The Run to Remember chair of the Hernando began seventeen years ago County YMCA. by members of the YMCA. “I think 9/11 is to us “After the 9/11 incident and our generation much some of our members like Pearl Harbor was to really felt compelled to our parents and grandparhonor and remember those ents. And I think that is it that lost their lives, and Sadie Pearl D#10316972 critically important that Get ready to be introduced the first responders that we make sure those young went in that day to help to this GORGEOUS girl! people understand because Sadie Pearl is also one do whatever they could to it does get easier to not of the Hillsborough Trio bring potential lost ones take the event as seriously and she is a delight! She home,” Slusser said. “Over if you did not live through was a volunteer favorite at the years the event has it. For those of you that Hillsborough and we see grown to encompass more came here today because why! Unfortunately she was of the community while continuously overlooked.

She walks excellent on leash, loves attention and so far has been quiet and very mild mannered in the shelter. Sadie Pearl is a confident and happy dog. She appears to be house broken with a beautiful blue and white coat, great body condition and Awesome ears! We were advised that she needs a home with no cats and has had some food aggression at feeding time (but we’re going to work on this!). Sadie Pearl you are stunning, we look forward to helping you find that perfect home! Hernando Animal Services,19450 Oliver St. Brooksville,FL 352-796-5062 ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY

BY ALICE MARY HERDEN

Hernando County YMCA held a Freedom Run on Saturday, Sept. 8 in Spring Hill.

The 5K run/1 mile walk is to honor and commemorate those that lost their lives on 9/11/01

you want to honor those people who lost their lives on behalf of the men and women of the Hernando County Sheriff’s office, thank you,” said Hernando County Sheriff Al Nienhuis.

“I think it is right that we are here today and I think it right that we remember why we exist as first responders. We each need to serve others and we do so with courage, integrity and honor and today we remember those that fell before us. We are one nation, undivided and under God...Thank you so much for being here and thank you for supporting our First Responders,” stated Hernando County Fire Chief Scott Heckler.

State Representative Blaise Ingoglia, expressed, “I want to personally thank the first responders who are here, showing up to remember this event.”

The Annual Run to Remember was held on Sept.

11 at 6am with prayer followed by an informal walk/run to honor those first responders.

Hernando County First Responders at the Freedom Run on Sept. 8, 2018.

Amber Slusser Executive Director for Hernando County YMCA.

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This smiling boy is Moonpie. He has no idea what his future holds nor do we.

His past wasn’t good but he isn’t letting that affect his future! He’s sweet and loving to the volunteers and staff. Seems to get along with other dogs however the shelter always recommends a meet and greet! Please come out and meet Moonpie and many others who’s lives depend on us! Hernando Animal Services,19450 Oliver St. Brooksville, FL

a stand at a 30-degree angle and then try and hunt comfortably and safely out of it. And the last thing you want is for a dead tree to fall over in a strong breeze while you’re in your stand and tethered to it!

MAKE STEPPING EASY If you use screw-in tree steps or climbing sticks, make sure that the lowest step is low enough so you aren’t stretching too far to reach it going up, or have to jump down after. Also,

be sure to place steps at an easy distance apart up the tree. The further you have to reach for one, the greater the chance of losing balance.

USE A PULL ROPE Never carry your bow up and down the tree.

Always use a pull rope to raise and lower it and any other spare gear. It’ll keep your hands free to maintain a good grip while climbing.

DON’T GET COMPLACENT Especially you young guys pay attention, I know you’re a tough guy. You

can monkey around trees just like you did the jungle gym when you were in grade school. So, why should you worry about safety? Here’s why…. because you can be a gorilla for decades, but it only takes one brief moment for your life to be ruined.

Always think ahead and anticipate what might go wrong, and what you’ll do if it does.

As always, if you have any questions or comments on this week’s column, feel free to reach out to me at Toby@HernandoSun.com. God bless and good hunting!

A good friend and hunting buddy, Bion Schouten trying out a newly placed bow stand.

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Community gathers to say farewell Remembering Joe Foster, owner of Becky Jack’s Food Shack been a breakfast and lunch place, and added “Jack’s” as a nod to their friend, Jack who owned Family, friends and Newk’s. regulars of Becky In the large outdoor Jack’s Seafood Shack area, friends and family gathered on Sunmingled, taking in the day, Sept. 9, 2018 to many years of photos celebrate the life of featuring Joe and Kim owner Joe Foster, who with an array of othpassed away earlier in ers. While Under the the week. Joe ran the Bridge by Red Hot Chili restaurant with his wife Peppers’ played, a friend Kim Curtis, who died named Dale told us in 2015. about the Becky Jack’s Inside the restaurant, tradition of assigning Doug Swan told the nicknames to distinguish story of a photo of Joe friends. Dale’s nicksmiling and holding a name is “Carl,” after an large grouper. A long- incorrect guess at his time friend, Swan rem- name, early in their reinisced of fishing and lationship. For balance, boating with Joe and another friend, named Kim, whom he’d met at Carl is nicknamed Newk’s Cafe in Tam“Dale.” pa over a decade ago.

Tina Ryman, who Joe and Kim became owns Marker 48 with regulars of Newk’s, and her husband Maurice, formed many friendwere also friends. ships there.

Known as “Sweet Tea” They bought Becky’s and “Ginger Ale,” rerestaurant, which had

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Joe Foster and Kim Curtis, owners of Becky Jack’s Food Shack. These two impacted many lives with their sense of humor and generosity.

spectively.

“Every friend that I have in my life was introduced by them (Joe and Kim) … two clowns,” Dale added, pushing sadness aside.

Joe’s sisters, Denise and Julie gave a brief history of Joe’s life, as only they could, from his difficult birth, highlighting his funny and mischievous personality, his love of his family and friends and his kindness and generosity.

With respect to those qualities, Denise said, “Be like Joe.” Becky Jack’s is expected to remain open.

LEFT: Joe with his catch of the day.

Raising a glass in honor of Joe.

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COMMUNITY BRIEFS Paychecks for Patriots Job Fair in Spring Hill Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC), CareerSource Pasco Hernando, the Hernando Chamber of Commerce, and Hernando County Office of Economic Development are seeking employers to participate in the Open for All – Paychecks for Patriots Job and Internship Fair scheduled on Wednesday, November 7, 2018 from 9 a.m. to noon. The event will be held at the PHSC Spring Hill Campus, 450 Beverly Court. Doors open at 9

a.m. for veterans and 9:30 a.m. for the public.

Local employers interested in promoting open positions and future opportunities with emphasis on manufacturing and health care jobs will meet and greet veterans, PHSC students and student veterans, and other community members seeking employment. The job fair is open to employers seeking employees and anyone looking for a job. Contact Breanna Perry, PHSC coordinator of career services, at perryb@phsc.edu, for more information.

Friday, September 28, 10 am to 1:30pm 6492 California Street Monthly Drop-in. In September, we are planning to have a Chair Yoga class.

This is a regular drop-in that takes place on the last Friday of each month.

Job seekers may preregister for this event at opentoalljobfairPHSC2018. eventbrite.com.

Lighthouse for The Blind Upcoming Activities Lighthouse for the Blind Support Group Meeting Friday, September 21 - 10 am to 12 pm 6492 California Street A Support Group meeting to discuss issues of interest to the group.

There are no fees the Support Group, but when we have a craft at the Dropin, clients pay a $3 fee for supplies. Please note everyone who wishes to attend the above activities needs to provide their own transportation. Any questions about transportation should be directed to Theresa at 352-754-1132.

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Tarpon Woods Golf Clinic Wednesday, October 4, from 2:30 pm You are invited to a free golf clinic being held at the Tarpon Woods Golf Club in Palm Harbor. No golf experience is needed. For those in need of transportation to the golf club, we are providing rides from our Brooksville location.

This event is being held in recognition of National Blind Sports Day.

Roller Derby to benefit American Cancer Society

For more info and to RSVP for any of these activities and events, please call 352-754-1132. Brooksville Lighthouse: 6492 California St., Brooksville, FL 34604, 352-754-1132

(New Port Richey, FL) Revolution Roller Derby, a mixed gender Flat-Track Roller Derby League is hosting a battle between their Women’s team the Valkyries verses Palm Coast Roller Derby.

This bout is on September 16th at 5:30pm. This bout will be held at the beautiful SpinNations Skating Center 8345 Congress Street, Port Richey Florida 34668.

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Sept. 14- 20, 2018

BUSINESS & COMMUNITY

Florida Courthouse fires following the Civil War

By ROCCO MAGLIO HERNANDO SUN WRITER

The burning of the Hernando County Courthouse in 1877 is indicative of the lawless period that followed the Civil War. Many of the men returning from the war had seen unspeakable things. The people who had stayed behind had been raided by both sides either seeking supplies or destroying them.

After the Civil War the reconstruction laws put the Military incharge of running the former Confederate states. The reconstruction laws also disenfranchised all officers and elected officials of the Confederacy.

Many of the officials during this time were either people that previously had little power or came from the north.

Some of these officials used their office to seize property and distribute it for their gain. Reconstruction lasted from 1868 until the 1877 presidential election.

The election was very close and the Compromise of 1877 was a deal that allowed the Republican Rutherford Hayes to be president and ended Reconstruction in the three remaining states: Florida, Louisiana and South Carolina.

Many of the courthouses in Florida burned in the decade following the Civil War. This had real world consequences and there were a number of property disputes.

Sale records were lost.

For instance Virginia Jackson recorded "The May home was sold several times after Frank Saxon left. The records of those transactions, however, were lost in the courthouse fire.

The first records after the fire are dated 1883, when J. H. Reddic sold the May-Saxon house to Jennie Johnson for $600." The May home

is now known as the May-Stringer House and is the home of the Hernando Heritage Museum.

The effect of the courthouses burning is that many of the transactions conducted during reconstruction were lost. Many of the judges and elected officials deciding the cases after reconstruction were the former confederates that were barred holding office during reconstruction. If there are no deeds it is up to the judges and officials to decide who owns the land. Officials would use the lack of ownership deeds to seize lands or right what they felt were past injustices.

In Baker County, the Courthouse was located in the small village of Sanderson. The courthouse was burned in in 1877. Baker county is near Jacksonville and borders Georgia.

The Bradford County Courthouse was burned twice. The original courthouse in Lake Butler was burned in 1865.

This was said to prevent the investigation of a murder. The replacement courthouse was burned again in 1875. Bradford County is located between Gainesville and Jacksonville.

The Clay County Courthouse was actually held in the McRae House which burned in 1872. Clay County is west of the St Johns river and south of Jacksonville.

The Columbia County Courthouse was burned by arsonists four times in 1848, 1860, 1867, and 1874. Columbia County is located on the Georgia line between Jacksonville and Tallahassee.

The Duval County Courthouse was burned twice. Once during the Civil War and again in 1901. Duval County is largely made up of Jack-

Hernando County Courthouse: A gathering on the steps of the old Hernando County Courthouse

sonville.

The Franklin County Courthouse was destroyed by fire in 1887. Franklin County is located in the panhandle of Florida and contains the mouth of the Apalachicola River.

The Hernando County Courthouse burned in 1877. The building storing the records was damaged by arson in 1879.

The Holmes County Courthouse at Cerro Gordo was burned around 1870. After the courthouse burned, court was said to have been held in the woods. Holmes County is north of Panama City on the Georgia line.

In Madison County, the courthouse burned in 1876. A brick courthouse was built as a replacement, but burned in 1912.

Madison County is east of Tallahassee on the Georgia line.

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Hernando Courthouse fire. Most of these fires were directly attributable to arson. The courthouse fire and general lawlessness of that era is often used as an indictment of the county during that

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Parents and students enjoy the celebration on Friday Aug. 10, 2018.

Photos courtesty of Westside Elementary School.

ries and built with hewn-logs, which burned in 1868. Orange County is largely made up of Orlando.

There were at least ten Florida courthouse fires around the time of the

Pizza Villa 30th Anniversary

Pizza Villa, the wellknown restaurant with two locations celebrated its 30th year in business in Hernando County.

Chamber of Commerce members Danny and Angela Leporino with their family posed for photos during a ribbon-cutting ceremony while a steady stream of customers quickly filled the restaurant during the early dinner hour.

Danny said, “Hernando County’s been very good to us, and we appreciate our customers.” As he gestured to regard his customers who were occupying most

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Duval County Courthouse was burned twice. The county is largely made up of Jacksonville. The above photo was taken after the Fire of 1901 and shows the courthouse and armory; State Archives of Florida.

and bought a home in Hernando Oaks, a golf course community. Ellen played golf, volunteered at the DayStar Life Center in Brooksville and put her writing expertise towards editing the community newspaper.

In 2016, the opportunity to work at Hernando Sun came up. Ellen believes that local news is very important, especially for small communities, so that people know what’s going on.

“All the writers are

local; everybody kind of knows everybody.

A lot of people look at the [printed] newspaper as an obsolete form of media, but it really isn’t because newspapers have evolved with technology in that we’re using our website and Facebook page which is where the most reader activity is measured, and we can get specific response numbers from these. I don’t think people realize how technological newspapers have become.”

“One thing that hasn’t changed is that there’s still a certain segment of the population that wants

the newspaper in their hands to read,” she added.

Although Ellen devotes a lot of her time and energy to her advertising sales, she still has time for other activities. She has continued to volunteer at DayStar Life Center and she recently started taking a watercolor painting class. She also hopes to get back to playing golf.

Ellen states her philosophy: “I try not to take life too seriously.”

A good attitude, whether you are working for a large corporation, running your own business or selling advertising for a local weekly newspaper.

BUSINESS & COMMUNITY

Sept. 14- 20, 2018

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR HERNANDO COUNTY, FLORIDA

Case No. 2018-CA-000683

Division: Probate File No. 2018-CP-973

PLANET HOME LENDING, LLC Plaintiff, vs.

MATTHEW K. DONADIO; et al.

Defendants, NOTICE OF ACTION Constructive Service of Process To Be Published in the HERNANDO SUN TO: STAR POINTE CAPITAL, LLC, AS TRUSTEE OF THE 372 SHD LAND TRUST YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to Foreclose a Mortgage on the following property commonly known as 372 Sea Holly Drive, Brooksville, FL 34604 and more particularly described as follows: LOT 32, BLOCK 15, TRILLIUM VILLAGE “A”, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 36, PAGES 13 THROUGH 23, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF HERNANDO COUNTY, FLORIDA has been filed against you and you are required to serve of a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Matthew T. Wasinger, Esquire, the Plaintiffs attorney, whose address is 605 E. Robinson Street, Suite 730, Orlando, FL 32801 on or before Oct. 12, 2018 (30 days from the first proof of publication of this Notice), and file the original with the clerk of this court either before service on the plaintiffs attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint or petition.

DATED ON 31 day of August, 2018 Don Barbee Jr. HERNANDO County Clerk of Court /s/ Elizabeth Markidis As Deputy Clerk Submitted by: /s/ Matthew T. Wasinger Matthew T. Wasinger, Esquire Wasinger Law Office, PLLC 605 E. Robinson, Suite 730 Orlando, FL 32801 ( 407) 308-0991 Fla. Bar No.: 0057873 mattw@wasingerlawoffice.com (09/14/2018), (09/21/2018)

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR HERNANDO COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No. 2018-CA-000683 PLANET HOME LENDING, LLC Plaintiff, vs.

MATTHEW K. DONADIO; et al.

Defendants, NOTICE OF ACTION Constructive Service of Process To Be Published in the HERNANDO SUN TO: BLACK POINT ASSETS, INC., AS TRUSTEE OF THE 372 SEA HOLLY DRIVE LAND TRUST YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to Foreclose a Mortgage on the following property commonly known as 372 Sea Holly Drive, Brooksville, FL 34604 and more particularly described as follows: LOT 32, BLOCK 15, TRILLIUM VILLAGE “A”, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 36, PAGES 13 THROUGH 23, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF HERNANDO COUNTY, FLORIDA has been filed against you and you are required to serve of a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Matthew T. Wasinger, Esquire, the Plaintiffs attorney, whose address is 605 E. Robinson Street, Suite 730, Orlando, FL 32801 on or before Oct. 12, 2018 (30 days from the first proof of publication of this Notice), and file the original with the clerk of this court either before service on the plaintiffs attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint or petition.

DATED ON 31 day of August, 2018 Don Barbee Jr. HERNANDO County Clerk of Court /s/ Elizabeth Markidis As Deputy Clerk Submitted by: /s/ Matthew T. Wasinger Matthew T. Wasinger, Esquire Wasinger Law Office, PLLC 605 E. Robinson, Suite 730 Orlando, FL 32801 ( 407) 308-0991 Fla. Bar No.: 0057873 mattw@wasingerlawoffice.com (09/14/2018), (09/21/2018)

FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE Notice is hereby given that Christopher Engel, owner, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of “Liberty Blue Options” located in Hernando County, Florida, intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations, Florida Department of State, pursuant to section 865.09 of the Florida Statutes.

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NOTICE OF THE SEPTEMBER 25, 2018 SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS Notice is hereby given that the School Board of Hernando County, Florida will hold the following meetings on September 25, 2018 in the School Board Room, 919 N. Broad Street, Brooksville, FL 34601: Workshop at 2:00 P.M. Regular Meeting at 6:00 P.M. Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this meeting is asked to advise the agency at least five (5) days before the meeting by contacting Kelly Pogue at (352) 7977000. If you are hearing impaired, please contact the agency by calling (352) 797-7202.

If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the School Board with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he/she will need a copy of the official record of the meeting. The official record of any School Board meeting consists of the official minutes approved by the Board including any back-up materials or documents submitted to it and a transcript of the audio and/or visual recording of the meeting if any made and maintained by the District.

It is the responsibility of the party requesting a copy of audio/visual recording to have it transcribed for appellate purposes.

Originated by Mark Johnson, Chairperson of The School Board of Hernando County, Florida By: Mr. John Stratton, Ex-Officio Secretary and Superintendent of Schools (09/14/2018)

PUBLIC NOTICE OF BARGAINING SESSION Notice is hereby given that the Hernando County School Board will hold its bargaining session with HCTA on Wednesday, September 26th 2018 at 04:00 p.m. at West Hernando Middle School, located at 14325 Ken Austin Parkway, Brooksville, FL, 34613.

Originated by Mark C. Johnson, The School Board of Hernando County Florida.

By: John Stratton Secretary and Superintendent of Schools Date of publication: (09/14/2018)

IN RE: THE ESTATE OF CONNIE JEAN CHRISTY, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of CONNIE JEAN CHRISTY, Deceased, whose date of death was July 20, 2018, is pending in the Circuit Court for HERNANDO County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 20 N. Main St., Brooksville, FL 34601. 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 September 14, 2018.

Attorney for Personal Representative: Scott R. Bugay, Esquire Florida Bar No. 5207 Citicentre, Suite P600 290 NW 165th Street Miami FL 33169 Telephone: (305) 956-9040 Fax: (305) 945-2905 Primary Email: Service@srblawyers.com Secondary Email: angelica@srblawyers.com Stephanie Lynn Lee, Personal Representative (09/14/2018), (09/21/2018)

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR HERNANDO COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 2015-DR-1926 Division: Family KEITH DEPALMA, Father, and CRYSTAL L. SNOW, Mother NOTICE OF ACTION FOR PUBLICATION TO:

Crystal L. Snow

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Supplemental Petition for Modification, including claims for child custody and for payments of support, has been filed against you. You are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to this action on Karen C. Ozyjowski, Esq., of Law Office of Karen C. Ozyjowski, P.A., Petitioner’s attorney, whose address is 13015 Spring Hill Drive, Spring Hill, FL 34609, on or before October 11, 2018, and file the original with the clerk of this court at Hernando County Courthouse, 20 N Main Street, Brooksville, Florida 34601, either before service on Petitioner’s attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings.

DATED this 29th day of August 2018.

CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT By:/s/ K. Goldstein Deputy Clerk (09/07/2018), (09/14/2018), (09/21/2018), (09/28/2018)

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR HERNANDO COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2018 CP 990 Division: IN RE: THE ESTATE OF MARDELLE LOUISE GAUDIG, Deceased.

AMENDED NOTICE OF ACTION TO: DANIEL WESLEY GAUDIG, SR. 24483 McCaw Road Brooksville, FL 34601-5037 YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action for admission to probate of a copy of lost will has been filed against you, and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Morton D. Aulls, the petitioner’s attorney, whose address is 600 Jennings Avenue, Eustis, FL 32726, on or before October 22, 2018, and file the original with the Clerk of this Court, 20 North Main Street, Brooksville, FL 34601, either before service on the petitioner’s attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

Dated on Sept.10, 2018.

The Hernando County Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller /s/ Marsha E. Marriage Deputy Clerk (09/14/2018), (09/21/2018) (09/28/2018), (10/05/2018)

Arlene Kamps Manting Arlene Kamps Manting, September 6, 1929 - September 7, 2018. Arlene K. Manting passed on this beautiful summer day at home, in the company of her loving family, after a brief illness. A longtime resident of Brooksville, Florida where she was a member of the Wesleyan Church, she recently relocated to Lilburn, Georgia to be with family.

Arlene drew great joy from simple things-her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a summer’s day at the beach; and the yard work necessary to create a colorful, flower-filled yard.

She expressed her creativity in many ways but her love for music predominated. She spent almost 60 years singing and directing church choirs and ensembles. A child of the Great Depression, she blessed her family by example, with healthy doses of resilience, work ethic, and a commitment to making the world a better place. She leaves behind her son, Mitchell H. Manting (Sharon) of Lilburn, Georgia; daughters, Melanie L. Rhodes (James) of Franklin Tennessee and Michele A. Manting of Marblehead, Massachusetts; in addition to 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, George Manting Junior; and her son, Michael G. Manting (Hettie). It is her wish that no funeral services be held.

Her ashes will lie next to theirs in Dandridge Tennessee. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www. wagesfuneralhome.com.

Tom M. Wages Funeral Service, LLC, A Family Company, 3705 Highway 78 West, Snellville, GA 30039 (770-979-3200) has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Entry is $12.00 at the door or $10 in advance on our website. Bring a chair for closer seating. Yummy refreshments will be available at the Spinnz Cafe.

Tail-gate party in parking lot is happening!

Revolution Roller Derby believes in giving back to the local community, and we continue to support different local charities with every home bout since 2012.

For even more information and/or how to join, ref or volunteer, please visit http://www.RevolutionRollerDerby.com or email: info@RevolutionRollerDerby.com.

Oak Hill Hospital Hosts Monthly Congestive Heart Failure Series Oak Hill Hospital hosts a Congestive Heart Failure education series for those living with congestive heart failure (CHF). The meeting is held on the fourth Tuesday of every month (except holidays) on the Oak Hill Hospital campus in Administrative Conference Room 1 on the first floor of the South Tower. The next session will be held FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE Notice is hereby given that KONTROLOGY PILATES STUDIO LLC, owner, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of “K PILATES” located in Hernando County, Florida, intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations, Florida Department of State, pursuant to section 865.09 of the Florida Statutes.

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NOTICE OF BOARD MEMBERS’ TRAVEL Notice is hereby given that members of the School Board of Hernando County, Florida will be traveling to attend the FSBA Legislative Committee Day. This conference will be held September 20, 2018 at the Professional Development Learning Center, 2320 New Beginnings Road, Kissimmee, FL 34744.

Originated by Mark Johnson, Chairperson of The School Board of Hernando County, Florida By: John Stratton., Ex-Officio Secretary and Superintendent of Schools (09/14/2018)

Nigl Hans N., age 79 of Spring Hill, passed away on Tuesday, September 4, 2018. He is survived by Sons, Karl (Lisa) & Robert (Lori) and 4 grandchildren. Src; Downing Feit James Gerard, age 82, of Spring Hill, passed away on Tuesday, September 4th, 2018. He is preceded in death by his wife Marcella. James is survived by his daughter, Donna. Military Honors will be rendered at Florida National Cemetery on Wed. September 19th at 11:30 AM. Src; Turner Quinn Ethel M., age 91, of Brooksville, passed away on Tuesday, September 4, 2018. She is preceded in death by her husband Bernard. Ethel is survived by her son; Russell (Dawn); daughters; Diane and Elaine (William); 6 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. Src; Merritt Evans Eugene L., age 86, of Brooksville, passed away on Tuesday, September 4, 2018. He was a United States Army Veteran. He is survived by his wife Ortrud and his children Eugene Jr, Joseph (Vera), William, Anne Marie, Steven (Lynn); step children: James, Thomas, Daniel and Susan; and 7 grandchildren. Src; Merritt Castillo A. Jose, age 77 of Spring Hill, passed away on Wednesday, September 5, 2018. He is survived by sons, Emil & Cesal; daughter, Doris; 5 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Src; Downing

Blevins Nancy Joyce, age 63 of Spring Hill, passed away on Wednesday, September 5, 2018.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Mary Brooks; 1st husband, Daniel Blevins; and 2nd husband, Duane Bittinger.

Nancy is survived by her daughters, Jeanie (Jay) and Crystal (Ryan), and 1 grandson. Src; Brewer Dummer Elisabeth, age 95 of Spring Hill, passed away on Thursday, September 6, 2018.

Elisabeth is survived by sons, Wolfgang & Peter. Src; Downing Modzelewski Edward J., passed away on Thursday, September 6, 2018. Src; Turner Tuttle Ronald “Ron” Floyd, age 71 of Brooksville, passed away on Saturday, September 8, 2018.

He was a Air Force Veteran. He is predeceased by his parents. Ron is survived by his wife Tensie; daughter, Ami (Rich); son, Kyle (Heather); and 5 grandchildren. Src; Brewer Ramsey Grace Lou, age 95, of Spring Hill, passed away on Friday, September 7, 2018. She is preceded in death by her husband, Boyd “Frank” Ramsey. She is survived by her sons: Billy and Matt (Deborah); daughters:Jeanette (Bill) and Patricia (Jerry); 9 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Src; Merritt

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FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE Notice is hereby given that SHUAYB SERENITY SPA, LLC, owner, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of “SHUAYB SERENITY SPA AND O2 LOUNGE” located in Hernando County, Florida, intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations, Florida Department of State, pursuant to section 865.09 of the Florida Statutes.

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on Tuesday, September 25. The series is held from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm and is hosted by Oak Hill Hospital’s Care Assure Patient Nurse Navigators Rebecca Voda, BSN, RN, CHFN (Certified Heart Failure Nurse) and Lisa Cierpka, BSN, RN, CCM (Certified Case Manager), CV-SHD (Cardiovascular Structural Heart Disease.

The monthly education series helps those who attend to gain a sense of empowerment and control through the education provided by these clinicians. Participants will reduce stress and anxiety by learning more about this chronic disease and they will be able to collaborate with others who have the same chronic condition.

Above all they will also learn about resources that are available to them.

For more information and to register call 352-5976333 or visit OakHillHospital.com/ForYourHealth.

Garner Roy L., passed away on Saturday, September 8, 2018. Src; Turner DiPippo Joseph Raymond, age 77, of Brooksville, passed away on Saturday, September 8, 2018. He was a United States Air Force Veteran.

He is preceded in death by his daughter, Lisa Flanagen. Joseph is survived by his daughters, Linda and Lori, and 2 grandchildren. Src; Merritt Hall Jesse “Dan” Daniel, Sr., age 65, passed away on Saturday, September 8, 2018. He is survived by his mother, Laura; son Jesse Jr. (Shavone); daughter, Karen; and 2 grandchildren. Src; Merritt Zadoorian Santa, age 105 of Spring Hill, passed away on Sunday, September 9, 2018. Santa is survived by her Son, Jan; (Joanne), 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Src; Downing

CLASSIFIEDS Cemetery Plots for Sale Two plots for sale in old section of Brooksville Cemetery under shaded trees.

Lot # 102 Tier 14. $500.00 per lot.

Contact by email: sandrajtaylor1955@ gmail.com ESTATE SALE

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FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE Notice is hereby given that RONALD ROBINSON, owner, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of “PRESSURE PERFECT” located in Hernando County, Florida, intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations, Florida Department of State, pursuant to section 865.09 of the Florida Statutes.

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Arts & Crafts INDOOR show. Call for vendors.

When: Nov 16th, 8-2 Where: High Point Community Clubhouse, 12249 Clubhouse Rd, Brooksville Cost: $10.00 a table call Gwen for add’l info @352-232-1286

ETHAN ALLEN FURNITURE Everything Must Go 4190 Bay Ridge Court Spring Hill, FL 34606 352-277-1317

PHSC hosts Psychology Day at Spring Hill campus Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) will host a Psychology Day on Tuesday, October 9, 2018 in Spring Hill, 450 Beverly Court from 9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in the conference center, B105 and the campus courtyard.

Psychology Day event is free and open to students, faculty, staff and the community. Attendees will hear students’ presentations about various areas

of psychological practice, meet psychologists from the Spring Hill area and learn about various jobs available in the field for those who graduate with a degree in psychology.

For more information about Psychology Day, visit phsc.edu or call 1.855.

NOW.PHSC.

Hernando Audubon Society Meeting At the Hernando Audubon meeting on Thursday, October 25, Ken Meyer will discuss “Living and Flying in the (mostly) Lower Troposphere: Let’s Talk About the Weather.” He will focus on migrating birds such as the Swallow-tailed Kite, which spends the summer in Florida and the winter in South America. He is Executive Director of Avian Research and Conservation Institute. The meeting will begin at 7 PM at the Community Activity Center, 205 E. Ft. Dade Ave. in Brooksville.

Habitat for Humanity Admin Offices Ribbon Cutting Sept. 27, 2018 12 PM 10494 Spring Hill Drive; 34608 Refreshments and Tours will be Available

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King Features Weekly Service

September 10, 2018

1. Is the book of Haggai in the Old or New Testament or neither?

2. Paul urged Christians to be ... of God, as found in Ephesians 5:1? Lovers, Believers, Followers, Worshippers 3. From Proverbs 3, we are not to lean on our own ...? Riches, Understanding, Friends, Pity 4. In 2 Chronicles, what godly priest had a wife named Jehosheba? Jehoiada, Felix, Demetrius, Jeremiah 5. What is the middle chapter of the Old Testament (KJV)? 2 Chronicles 3, Job 29, Psalms 34, Isaiah 41 6. On which day did God make Adam and Eve? Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth ANSWERS: 1) Old; 2) Followers; 3) Understanding; 4) Jehoiada; 5) Job 29; 6) Sixth Comments? More Trivia? Visit www.

TriviaGuy.com Š 2018 King Features Synd., Inc.

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OPINION DOMENICK J. MAGLIO, PH.D.

WILLIAM F. HOLLAND

Traditional Realist

MINISTER / CHAPLAIN

Anonymous accusations are rumors From the beginning of time humans have said negative things that they felt about others but had no shred of evidence to substantiate their claim. Such things are said as, this person is a wife beater, a child molester, racist, fascist, communist, thief, or other derogatory statements that besmirch the person’s reputation with no specifics. These accusations are called rumors until proven otherwise.

In our PC culture rumors are being strung together to create narratives. The feminists have gained sufficient power where a women’s word of sexual assault should be enough to convict the male accused.

These feminists claim women do not lie about this type of incident while men are always the perpetrators. Moreover, all other “protected privileged groups” according to “identity politics” should be granted greater credibility than any non-elite white person.

This irrational thinking is making a mockery of one of our most sacred institutions: our justice system. Our founders understood that everyone had a right to a trial before his peers regardless of his social ranking. Evidence was presented and a jury decided if the accused committed a crime or not.

Decisions were based on blind justice with evidence not on likeability, social or protected class or political affiliation.

The New York Times published a scathing op-ed article based on an anonymous source.

Supposedly this source is a high official in President Trump’s administration or some have suggested merely a writer for the NY Times. He proudly argues that he used his inside power to thwart many of President Trump’s irrational and impulsive actions.

This self-proclaimed “lode star” wrote this article to supposedly “protect the American public,” not by implementing the policies of President Trump that the electorate voted him into office to accomplish.

By the NY Times printing this “hit piece” they have committed at least malfeasance by using their powerful position to spread a rumor, which is now masquerading as a fact. These rumors about chaos, stupidity and abnormal behavior by President Trump have been spun by other media and opposing government representatives to evolve into factual evidence.

These sore loser anti Trumpers have unrealistically spoken as a chorus that he should be impeached under the 25th amendment. This has happened without an iota of collaborating evidence. An anonymous statement has created an avalanche of hysterical narratives against Trump. This group-think reaction is based on a person who does not have the dignity and courage to stand by his astonishing assertions. This person is less than honorable in executing his duties in a responsible, legal manner, instead he has subverted the will of the people while he clings to his prestigious position and salary.

This behavior is a blatant illegal act defrauding the government not fulfilling his oath of office.

This person supposedly wants to save the nation by sabotaging or resisting the direction of this duly elected president of the United States. Whoever the government bureaucrat is, he has no legal or moral right to countermand the inner workings of the US government.

The NY Times openly

Domenick Maglio, PhD. is a columnist carried by various newspapers, an author of several books and owner/ director of Wider Horizons School, a college prep program. Dr. Maglio has a new book, available on Amazon and other sites, entitled, IN CHARGE PARENTING. You can visit Dr. Maglio at www.drmaglio.blogspot.com.

When we are tempted to worry

Frogs Don’t Flush Two days after hurricane Irma hit last year, I found a frog in my toilet.

I didn’t know it was there when I sat down.

It wasn’t until I felt a strange, recurring waft of breeze on my neither parts that I realized something was moving in the bowl. I stood up and looked, and there it was, four inches of crouching frog. Angry at this intrusion, I tried to flush it back down where I guessed it came from, but it just clung there on the inside. I flushed again, but nope, those pads on their fingers grip porcelain like the glue Phil Swift sells on TV. I called to my wife and showed her, and she went into a panic: “Get that frog out! Get that frog out!” Then I was in a panic: “How? How am I supposed to get the frog out?

Do you have a frog net?”

She yelled, “No! I don’t know! Get the frog out!”

Well, the last thing I wanted to do before I have coffee is remove a frog from a toilet, but I rushed into the kitchen and grabbed the strainer from the drawer and a paper plate from the cabinet. I tried to catch it, but it leaped out onto the floor, and then onto the wall, then on the door, and behind the toilet, and back on the wall, and then it leaped onto my bare leg, which pissed me off, because I don’t like frogs on my leg at 6:30 in the morning. Come to think of it, I prefer not to have frogs on any of my skin at all, regardless of the time. I finally trapped it just before it hopped from the linoleum to the hall carpet, and I slid the paper plate under the strainer. I carried the amphibian out to the front yard and tossed it into the grass. I then threw the strainer away, and later that day I bought a new one at Exwork.

I could only guess that

GOOFY STUFF

By VINCENT CARDEGIN the frog had snuck in the day before, when we had the doors open while hauling things back outside that we had brought inside from the yard and patio before Irma, and that it went right to the only pond-like source of water. But how come the dogs didn’t smell it or see it or hear it? Is there such a thing as a Frog Hound?

Or maybe they did, and that was one of the times they barked. It’s hard to tell; they bark when a car goes by, when I make a sudden noise in my office, and when a breeze rings the chimes my wife has hanging in front and back, and so I ignore them.

The next day I found another frog in the same small bathroom toilet.

You can be sure we were fully inspecting every curved corner of both bowls, master and hallway, before sitting down.

Now familiar with this emergency, I quickly

trapped it with the new strainer and a paper plate, and this time I released it across the road in the woods of the for-sale lot—it looked like the same frog to me. But suddenly I wondered and worried if our septic tank was full of tadpoles.

My wife went to the trouble of looking up the problem on the internet, and she informed me that toilets have a vent that leads to the roof, and if its screen is busted, frogs and such can get in. I did not know that, but it’s a better explanation than a colony of septic tadpoles sprouting legs and trying to enter the world through my Kohler. She wanted, and still wants, me to replace the screen.

I don’t climb ladders anymore, and so until I discover snakes and water spiders in our toilets (I still look, oh yes) I will not pay to have that done.

I am, though, delighted to know what at least one of those mysterious pipes is that sticks up through my shingles.

P.S. I put that strainer in the garage for future use, and bought another one.

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advocating the resistance to the 45th president of the United States has been quite evident by its unethical journalism.

These unnamed sources have been used over and over again to develop anti Trump narratives. Positive Trump stories have been withheld or buried. The press’s role is to print “all the news that is fit to print,” while speaking truth to power, which is not the same as rumor or falsehood to power.

Although this is an op-

ed it emphasizes these media types already know that the government bureaucrats in the administration are resisting the Trump administration.

This is a validation of the reality of the existence of the Deep State.

Reporters should report the news not create commentary. Newspapers should be ethical by maintaining standards of propriety that are equal to all sides of an issue.

The fourth estate (the media) should investigate

rumors and corroborate evidence before releasing an unsubstantiated blockbuster story or expose themselves to ridicule.

If the media does not want to be called “fake news”, they need to stop speculating in rumors and stick to verifiable evidence before making themselves look like incompetent, foolish progressive advocates. America deserves more ethical publishing discipline in the media.

As much as we would like to avoid worry, and anxiety, these feelings are just a normal part of our natural emotions. When I say “normal” I’m referring to the everyday aggravations and frustrations that are a part of this journey. Some people seem to be more controlled by these feelings than others but we will all have our share of difficult times. I’ve thought about whether the world we live in today is more hectic and stressful than the times of our parents and grandparents but is it the external circumstances that cause a person to be overwhelmed or the lack of internal peace? Even though the situations are different, apprehension and panic would be the same for a caveman or a business executive. However, I’m also convinced that Christ never intended for us to be constantly stressed out to the point of living in discouragement and depression.

There have been many studies about the effects of stress and its now confirmed that constant worrying has a negative impact on our mental, physical, and emotional well being. Our Creator is very much aware of how we are “wired” which is why he gives us many scriptures to help us understand how to deal with stress.

God emphasizes the importance of trusting him throughout the Bible because he knows that when we have faith in his power and ability, we can relax and enjoy the peace of knowing he is in control. One of the most relevant passages about trusting God is found in Proverbs 3:5-6. “Trust in the Lord with all of your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct your paths.” This sounds like a wonderful alternative instead of allowing ourselves to become twisted into knots, but it’s not that easy. Since worry comes from our mental imaginations, we must realize that walking in faith will call for us to discipline our mind.As the above scripture implies, trusting is a decision. Each person has a choice to ignore the Lord and worry themselves sick or to let it go and give it to God as a way of depending on him to take care of it. If we acknowledge the situation is beyond our ability to change, why would we believe that the one who has all the power in heaven and earth cannot give us a miracle? The Lord loves us and wants us to bring him our burdens and problems but we must also believe that he desires the best for our lives. Worry is the opposite of faith which means if we are worrying we are actually hindering this process and becoming our own worst enemy. Once we learn these spiritual principals, we can develop our faith and grow stronger in our confidence and relationship with him. Another important thing to remember is that we do not need to micromanage God. When we turn our problems over to him, we can rest in peace. We do not need to know how he is going to solve the issue, or when he is going to do it.

We just need to remind ourselves that he always knows exactly what to do. He wants us to trust in his love while we are waiting for him to accomplish his perfect plan.I want to leave you with two things to consider as you continue moving forward. Humility is a word that is not very common these days but very important when we are approaching the Almighty.

There are many reasons for us to have a humble attitude and one of them includes the realization that we are weak in our own power and there are times when we just cannot fix our own problems. Be honest with the Lord, tell him you desperately need him and do not be ashamed or embarrassed to come before him in reverence and appreciation. Another critical component is to guard your conversation against producing negativity. It’s much better to not say anything than to talk about how hopeless your situation is. As you pray and share your heart with God, make a personal decision that you are not going to cancel out your faith by making pessimistic comments. A positive confession would include declarations such as, “It doesn’t matter what it looks like, I trust and believe God is working on it!”

William F. Holland Jr., DD., C.ED.D. is a Christian minister, chaplain, and author. Discover more about his ministry at billyhollandministries.com can be contacted at P.O. Box 1394, Nicholasville, KY 40340

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SPIDERMAN from page 1

Desperate, they searched the house again and, incredibly, they found “Spidey” crushed and hidden down in their sofa upholstery. They were ecstatic and were just about to let Austin know when Antonio Hernandez, a Weeki Wachee resident, called them — literally just moments after they discovered “Spidey.”

Hernandez told them he had seen the ad and how could he help?”

Hernandez is a motorcycle enthusiast and Weeki Wachee resident. He performs at charity events and poker run fundraisers as Spider-Man, along with his wife as Spider Gwen.

His unique, hand-painted motorcycle and car are his key elements in all his fundraising efforts.

The grandparents told Hernandez they had at that very moment found the blanket and that it was kind of him to call. But Hernandez had an idea and came up with a plan just for Austin.

He asked Austin’s grandfather to meet him nearby and bring “Spidey” the blanket with him. His plan was to deliver Austin’s newly found “Spidey” dressed as Spider-Man, driving his Spider-Man car.

Hernandez’ Spider-Man car and motorcycle are works of art — completely air-brushed by Hernandez.

Equipped with musical horn and spiderweb down lights, Hernandez and his wife have been delighting children at their many fundraising events across Florida.

“We are trying to make kids forget that they are sick or in the hospital and going through these tough medical issues,” said Hernandez.

“It was a magical moment,” said Lee. “Austin saw Spider-Man’s car pull up on the driveway and he started doing flips in the living room. He was so thrilled.”

Hernandez presented Austin with “Spidey” and then took him for a short ride in the Spider-Man car.

Debbie Lee said, “Antonio is a wonderful, wonderful person with a big heart.

I can’t thank him enough for his kindness and the

hernandosun.com memories he has made possible for Austin.”

Apart from captivating children dressed as Spider-Man, Hernandez also works in conjunction with the M.U.C.H, Foundation located in Clearwater.

“M.U.C.H. is an acronym for Makers United for Children’s Hope,” said Zachary (Zac) Hurst, its founder and executive director. “Our mission is to help as many children and families get through some really difficult and trying times.”

Hurst explained that through the M.U.C.H. Foundation’s hospital, charitable, military and home visitation programs, we identify their areas of personal need and then help children and families get through their struggles with disease, financial hardship or disability.

“The Foundation arranges hospital visits, provides custom prosthetic limbs and wheelchairs and assists families both financially and mentally during a very emotional and hard times in their lives,” said Hurst.

Hernandez met Hurst a couple of years ago while both attending a gala fundraising event in the Tampa Bay area and has been volunteering with the M.U.C.H. Foundation ever since.

“Antonio is invaluable with fundraising and public relations,” said Hurst’s fiancé, Katherine (Katie) Heffner. “We identify what’s needed with a particular child and family and he almost magically makes things happen — like making a young girl’s dream to swim with mermaids come true.” she said.

That young girl was Amelia Collins.

Amelia, 9, swimming with the mermaids at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park.

Austin Cox, 11, after a ride in Spider-Man’s car.

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Sept. 14- 20, 2018 Amelia is a courageous 9-year-old girl who has been fighting high-risk leukemia since she was five years old. She has been in remission for almost a year now and her dream to swim with the Weeki Wachee mermaids came true last year, thanks to the M.U.C.H. Foundation and Antonio.

Her mom, Kathryn Ockerman-Collins said, “I attended a literacy event and was introduced to Antonio and I told him about my daughter Amelia.”

“I was so moved by Amelia’s bravery that I arranged to introduce Amelia’s mom to Zac,” Hernandez said. “Then, together, we all made Amelia’s dream come true,” said Hernandez.

“Antonio and Zac and the Foundation are doing such groundbreaking work,” said Ockerman-Collins. “I can’t say enough about both of them.”

Hurst explained the concept for the foundation came to me after he met skilled engineers and scientists who were creating elaborate costumes for movies.

“It touched my heart to know that some of these very talented people were also wearing their costumes to local hospitals to share their superhero creations with sick kids,” said Hurst.

“Who among us didn’t wish we were a superhero at some stage of our childhood,” he said. “Well, now my foundation is using those childhood dreams to support kids with cancer.”

Hurst, along with his fiancee Katherine Heffner, are totally committed to the Foundation and have extended their services far beyond their initial concept.

“We are now operating on three continents and developing medical services to children and families in Manaus, Brazil, the U.S. and southern India,” said Hurst.

“I took this concept using all the technologies and emotions that can make a moment a sick child will never forget,” he said.

Hurst and his attorney fiancé Heffner and other board members are expanding the foundation even further to help kids overseas.

“I got so many enquiries from overseas that we explored helping children in Brazil,” he said. “So now we’re not only giving kids a special moment, we’re also looking at supplying barges full of diagnostic equipment to bring medical help to villages along the river.”

“I’m proud to have started the foundation here in the U.S. but now we are taking it globally starting in Brazil and India,” he said.

“There are a lot of children in the world that have terrible injuries and serious medical issues,” said Hurst. “It’s what I and the M.U.C.H. Foundation want to do to help as much

Antonio Hernandez, left, with Zachary Hurst, and Katherine Heffner of the M.U.C.H. Foundation.

as possible.”

The M.U.C.H. Foundation is funded by personal and for-profit donations.

For more information, or to make a donation, call

727.251.7007.

“I am so proud to be a member of this foundation and to continue inspiring children and families through tough times,” said

Hernandez.

Watch for more stories about the M.U.C.H. Foundation in future editions of The Hernando Sun.

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