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BAYPORT, Fla.-- Feb. 23, 2020, construction continues on the Bayport Pier, heavily damaged

by Hurricane Hermine in 2016 which delivered a five-foot storm surge. Bayport pier is located at 4140 Cortez Boulevard near Hernando Beach. The construction process began October 28, 2019.

Several factors delayed the construction start date. According to information released by the county, “The process to receive pertinent permits, the Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation review process and an archaeological assessment delayed this project.”

It goes on to explain, “The archaeological assessment was a require-

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BACKGROUND: The installed pylons will support the Bayport fishing pier. The construction should take three months to complete. ABOVE: On Feb. 24, the Bayport boat ramp was closed so Midcoast Marine Group could conduct scheduled construction related to Bayport Pier.

The boat ramp reopened on Feb. 25.

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Hernando BOCC looks to Citrus County for river restoration ideas

By LISA MACNEIL lisa@hernandosun.com

of County Commissioners with a presentation regarding the Kings Bay Restoration Project on Feb. 25, 2020. Dr. Sivilich discussed the At the request of Commissioner John Allocco, Dr. Michelle Sivilich, processes used and the efforts of Executive Director of Save Crystal the pilot restoration project, which entails the last five years.

River, Inc., provided the Board

The presentation provided the board with detailed information which may be used in planning future approaches to restoring Hernando County waterways that are in trouble.

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2020 Tennis Season underway

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Tennis is a sport that helps with physical strength, conditioning, hand-eye coordination and improves balance and body coordination.

Hernando Christian Academy’s Scott Dedman is currently in his second season as Lion’s tennis coach. Coaching the fundamentals is the main focus this season, as his team is bringing in new and beginner level players.

“My direction is to improve at every game because we are so young,” Scott Dedman said. “Because we are so young, I have to teach more of the fundamentals.”

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Medical Software Firm Practice Fusion recently was found to have engaged in unseemly behavior. Practice Fusion provides software for electronic medical records. Their software is used by many medical practices. Practice Fusion let an opioid company massage the wording of the clinical decision popups that appear on the screen for doctors suggesting what medicines to prescribe. Practice Fusion was causing doctors to prescribe higher doses and higher quantities of opioid drugs.

By letting a drug company massage the wording in the pop-ups, it is estimated that opioid sales increased by millions of dollars. The pharmaceutical company paid Practice Fusion around a million dollars for the ability to set the wording on the clinical suggestion pop-ups and from a sales perspective it was money well spent.

This is an example of how far and to what length advertisers went to push opioids. When patients could no longer get legal opioids, many of the patients who had become addicted turned to illegal opioids. Many of these illegal opioids contained the dangerous dangerous fentanyl. This software company could be directly tied to the opioid epidemic.

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MEETINGS & ANNOUNCEMENTS Planning and Zoning Commission March 9, 2020, 5:00PM Location: 201 HOWELL AVENUE, BROOKSVILLE, FL JOSEPH E. JOHNSTON, III COUNCIL CHAMBERS Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) Regular Meeting Tuesday, Mar 10, 2020 9:00 AM Location: JOHN LAW AYERS ROOM 20 NORTH MAIN STREET BROOKSVILLE, FLORIDA 34601 School Board Meetings Tuesday, Mar. 10, 2020 11:00 AM - Informal Board Meeting 2:00 PM - School Board Workshop 6:00 PM - School Board Meeting Location: HCSD DISTRICT OFFICE - BOARD ROOM 919 N. BROAD STREET BROOKSVILLE, FL 34601 Open house scheduled for community input on Anderson Snow Master Plan (Brooksville, FL) The Hernando County Planning Department, in partnership with a team from Florida State University (FSU), is working to develop a master plan for improving Anderson Snow Park, located at 1360 Anderson Snow Road in Spring Hill. As part of the master planning process, a community open house will be held on March 5, 2020 from 3 – 6:30 p.m. at the Anderson Snow Park soccer pavilion to gather input from the community to develop a long-term vision for the park.

The Anderson Snow Master Plan will provide Hernando County with a path toward making the most of the park’s existing assets as well as upgrading and expanding it over time to achieve the community’s vision for the park.

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Recycling drop off location closure and removal of glass recycling (Brooksville, FL) The Hernando County Solid Waste and Recycling Department announces the removal of recycling drop off boxes at the Walmart located at 13300 Cortez Boulevard in Brooksville on February 28, 2020.

The levels of contamination and trash being placed on the ground outside of these containers has been extremely high, making the site difficult to maintain.

Residents with residential trash service through Republic Services also have curbside recycling collection included in their service at no additional cost. Visit www.hernandopa-fl.us/utilweb or call (352) 540-6457 to sign up for curbside recycling service.

Residents without trash service and commercial businesses are encouraged to use one of the additional recycling drop off locations in the County listed below: East Hernando Convenience Center - 33070 Cortez Boulevard in Ridge Manor Hernando County Government Center - 234 E. Jefferson Street in Brooksville Northwest Solid Waste & Recycling Facility (Main Landfill) - 14450 Landfill Road in Brooksville West Hernando Convenience Center - 2525 Osowaw Boulevard in Spring Hill Additionally, Hernando County will no longer accept glass in its recycling program due to ongoing industry changes.

This is an ongoing trend in the State of Florida. Glass can be disposed of with your household garbage.

Contact the Hernando County Solid Waste and Recycling Department at (352) 754-4112 for additional information on these recycling program changes.

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University Merger Plan Headed for House Vote

this Legislature made. They didn’t happen on their own. A stork didn’t fly over the state and drop a February 25, 2020 basket,” he said. “We’re the only Ana Ceballos ones who can merge them. That is NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA our job.”

Fine argued that an analysis TALLAHASSEE --- An ambitious he conducted on the state’s costuniversity-consolidation plan that folds Florida’s youngest and smallest per-degree at all colleges and universities demonstrated that colleges into the University of the merger would save taxpayer Florida was backed by a key House dollars. committee on Tuesday, following The state cost-per-degree at UF testy exchanges between state lawmakers and emotional testimony is $21,598, compared to $197,681 at New College and $180,958 at from students.

Polytechnic, according to a House The measure, approved by the House Appropriations Committee on staff analysis of the bill.

But Florida Polytechnic a near party-line vote, would strip University President Randy Avent New College of Florida and Florida disputed the costs cited in the Polytechnic University from their House staff analysis, arguing the independent status and merge both calculation is based on outdated institutions with UF in Gainesville. information from the 6-year-old Rep. Mike La Rosa, R-St. Cloud, institution. was the only Republican to vote “The figure being cited for the against the measure (HB 7087). total cost-per-Florida Poly degree Rep. Randy Fine, a Republican from Palm Bay, said it is the Florida was calculated based on our first graduating class, which was our Legislature’s job to make tough smallest, and includes nonrecurring financial decisions --- such as the costs associated with starting university mergers --- if it means the university and building its taxpayer money will be spent more campus,” Avent told the committee efficiently.

Tuesday.

“I’m doing this now because it is “Our projected cost per degree the right thing to do. Spending is not this year is less than half that caring. Spending more efficiently amount and will continue to is,” Fine said. decrease as we grow the student The massive consolidation body,” he added. proposal was dropped by the As the House considers the plan, House three weeks ago and caught Avent told the News Service in an university leaders by surprise, interview that the administration quickly fueling fierce opposition is already seeing a decline in the from state lawmakers in Sarasota number of applications for the and Manatee counties as well as upcoming semester. students and faculty who study and “We are certainly seeing a work at the state colleges. drop in that and really where it is “I believe that this is a classic case of simply evaluating the cost of going to have an impact is having (students) make deposits,” he said. everything and knowing the value of nothing,” Kim McShane, a New Lawmakers Seek Grades College graduate, told the House committee Tuesday. for Cities, Counties When Fine first rolled out the February 25, 2020 proposal earlier this month, he had

by Jim Turner envisioned merging New College NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA with Florida State University, but that plan was dropped days after TALLAHASSEE --- Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and House cities and counties would get Speaker Jose Oliva, R-Miami letter grades for economic and Lakes, said it made more sense non-economic factors, under a to consolidate the liberal arts bill that drew mostly bipartisan school with a university that is support Tuesday from the House geographically nearer.

Appropriations Committee.

Fine said FSU was taken off the Another measure approved by table because it would be more cost- the committee would ask voters in efficient to merge both schools with November to approve a proposed one university. UF was nailed as the constitutional amendment that option because it was closer to New would require the state chief College and Florida Polytechnic, financial officer to annually Fine said. provide to residents comparisons But that answer did not quell of their communities with others in Democrats' concerns, and, after Florida. pointed questioning, Fine admitted Rep. Blaise Ingoglia, a Spring that he has not seen any analysis Hill Republican sponsoring both from a university or government proposals (HB 7069 and HJR entity showing that the university 7061) said the intent is to allow consolidations would save money. residents to easily compare “We have no idea of what the economic and non-economic actual cost savings of this is going factors of their communities and to be. None whatsoever,” Rep. Evan to see how elected officials may be Jenne, D-Dania Beach, said. doing.

Rep. Carlos Guillermo Smith, “It’s an easy way for people to D-Orlando, echoed Jenne’s concerns. compare how your county is doing “We say that we are concerned to another county,” Ingoglia said. about costs and yet we don’t “The metric should be the same. recognize the value of these We’re giving the CFO’s office a institutions and we don’t even know bunch of latitude to try to figure what, if any, cost savings there will how to make it as comparable as be if we implement this bill. This is possible.” a knee-jerk bill,” Smith said.

Under the bill, cities and Under the House bill, New counties would receive grades of A College and Florida Polytechnic to D. An F grade would be imposed would need to submit a merger on counties and municipalities that application, which would have to fail to comply with the reporting be approved by the Commission on requirements.

Colleges of the Southern Association The bill also would feature of Colleges and Schools. per-capita spending, government Fine said he does not know how employee salaries, median incomes long the merger would take or the of residents, school grades and details of the consolidation plans, local crime rates. such as which institution would Comparisons would also include be identified in diplomas of New unemployment rates, percentages College and Florida Polytechnic of budgets spent on salaries and graduates if the mergers are government revenue per resident. approved.

Ingoglia said the grades, which The diploma issue was one of would be based on the five prior the details that concerned students years, shouldn’t impact bond who testified before the House underwriting.

Appropriations Committee on He indicated he supported Tuesday. the proposed constitutional “We don’t know how our credits amendment on the CFO sending will transfer because none of this is out comparisons because it is outlined in the merger and as current tougher to change the Constitution students, we are fearful of what than amending state laws or that could mean,” Sofia Lombardi, altering policies enacted by the a New College freshman, told the CFO’s office. panel.

“We think that this is important If the mergers are approved, that residents know exactly UF would determine many of the how much cities and counties consolidation details, Fine said. are spending. How much debt The Florida Board of Governors, they’re in. Where they are in which oversees the state university comparison to other counties and system, would have oversight over municipalities,” Ingoglia said. the merger.

“General law can be very easily The bill would allow repealed.” undergraduate and graduate students Rep. Joe Geller, D-Aventura, at New College and Polytechnic to wondered if communities could pay the same tuition and fees they face low grades for having incurred were paying before the merger. debt to provide a higher quality Those prices would stick with the of life and compared the grading students until they graduate. proposal to the “failed” letter The University of Florida did not grades the state gives schools. immediately respond to The News The local-government grading Service of Florida’s requests for proposal also drew opposition from comment, and none of its officials the Florida League of Cities and appeared before the committee on Florida Association of Counties.

Tuesday.

“If you have a city that doesn’t Fine maintains the move is needed have a lot of residents, they’re to save the state money, and that heavily tourists or a college lawmakers are the only ones with the town, you’re going to have fewer power to grant such a plan. residents though your budget “These universities became might be quite high,” said Laura universities because of decisions Youmans, legislative counsel for

the Florida Association of Counties.

“That budget is going to serve the industry and businesses and the visitors there, so that would skew your numbers and make that city look worse and make cities that may not be doing as well better by comparison.”

A similar Senate proposed constitutional amendment (SJR 1502) has cleared two committees and awaits a hearing before the Rules Committee.

The Senate version of the local review bill (SB 1512), which doesn’t feature the report card grading in the House bill, has been approved by a single committee.

New law ensures officers can park marked vehicles at home DANA CASSIDY of Fresh Take Florida news service Fresh Take Florida, a news service of the University of Florida

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Some Florida law enforcement officers have been told they aren't allowed to park their marked cars at home, but that's about to change.

One of the first bills in the 2020 legislative session signed into law will ensure no homeowners association, condominium or community entity can prevent officers from parking patrol cars where they can legally park any other vehicle.

As of now, Florida law allows varying community or property associations to prohibit commercial vehicles from parking in driveways.

There's been ongoing debate on whether a marked patrol vehicle falls under this category, though a 2005 opinion from the Florida Attorney General's Office states that a law enforcement vehicle is not a commercial vehicle.

Gov. Ron DeSantis approved SB 476 and HB 307 on Friday. It's one of multiple law enforcementrelated bills filed and sponsored

by Democratic and Republican legislators this session. This one passed unanimously at every stage in the House and Senate with minimal questions.

A representative from the Community Associations Institute, an advocacy group for community associations, indicated support of the bill during its hearing in the House Commerce Committee in January. Law enforcement groups, like the Florida Sheriffs Association and Florida Police Chiefs Association, also indicated support.

Sen. Ed Hooper, R-Palm Harbor, filed the legislation after an incident happened in part of his district in Pinellas County. Last August, a Clearwater police officer potentially faced hundreds of dollars in fines for parking a marked vehicle in her driveway. Although the officer was cleared of her fines, Hooper wanted to ensure it didn't happen again for her or others in law enforcement.

"I'm pleased to be in a position to help," Hooper said.

Joe Adams, the co-chair of the Condominium and Planned Unit Development Committee of Florida Bar Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section, said communities try to regulate areas for various reasons, like aesthetics.

"Most of us probably wouldn't like a dump truck or Sherman tank parked in our neighbor's driveway," Adams said.

But where does one draw the line? Most communities don't have issues with marked cruisers, he said. When Adams writes covenants for communities, he makes sure to allow marked cars in the community, so he personally supports the legislation.

Walton County Sheriff Mike Adkinson Jr. supports the bill and said that it should be common sense not to penalize or cause "frivolous aggravation" towards officers working in a community.

Officers park their patrol cars at home because when someone is an officer or deputy, they maintain that role 24 hours a day, seven days a week, Adkinson said. It's also nice to have as a physical presence to deter criminal activity, and the vehicles tend to last longer when they're not constantly switched between people.

He also said the marked cars are helpful for emergency situations in immediate need of a trained official.

For example, in his county, he said there was an instance where someone ran into a deputy's home in the middle of the night with a child choking to death. And the deputy was able to save the child's life, he said.

They knew a deputy was inside because a marked vehicle was in the driveway.

"We like our deputies and our police officers to be visible members of the community and it's part of that currency of trust," he said. ___ This story was produced by Fresh Take Florida, a news service of the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications.

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Arrest Summaries “You can’t shoot, I’m coming back … with an Uzi” CARR, MATHEW LEE Jr YOB: 1985 Charges: AGG ASSAULT Arrested at: 02/18/2020 01:25 FINLAND DR & SPRING HILL DR, SPRING HILL, FL, 34609 Arrest Summary: On February 17, 2020, at approximately 2328 hours, I received a call for service, in reference to a shooting, located at 13352 Drayton Dr, Spring Hill, Hernando County, FL, 34609. Upon arrival I made contact with the victim...

[The victim] advised that today Mathew Lee Carr (the defendant) and he, engaged in an argument over child custody issues, in which the defendant threatened to come to Vincent’s house to “f*** him up”. [The victim] further stated that approximately ten minutes before I arrived on scene, the defendant drove past [the victim’s] house, in a Blue 2006 Cadillac, bearing FL tag KWUP32, Vin: 1GGKD57Y86U110840, DECAL: 04530227l2020, threatening to “f*** him up”.

The defendant then stopped at the end of [the victim’s] street in the intersection of Drayton Dr, Spring Hill, FL and Argo ave, Spring Hill, FL. The defendant then exited his vehicle, and walked towards [the victim’s] residence with his hands in his pockets. As the defendant approached [the victim’s] residence, [the victim] walked towards the defendant and asked the defendant what he had in his hands. [The victim] stated that he was in fear that the defendant was in possession of a firearm.

The defendant then advised [The victim] that he did not have anything in his hands and advised [The victim] that he

was there to fight him. As [The victim] walked closer towards the defendant, [the victim’s] friends... overheard [the victim] and the defendant arguing, so they approached the road.

As soon as the defendant observed [the friend] enter the roadway, the defendant stated to [the victim], “Oh you’re going to jump me”, and [the victim] advised him that he was not.

The defendant then went back into his vehicle and stated to [the victim], “I’m going to run your a** over”. [The victim] then advised that the defendant placed his vehicle in reverse and Went backwards towards him in a fast pace, in attempt to run him over.

[The victim] then advised that he grabbed his Black KeI-Tec handgun from his pocket, in which he fired one round towards the defendant’s vehicle in attempt to defend himself.

[The victim] further stated that after he fired one round towards the defendants vehicle, the defendant fled the scene, and yelled, “you can’t shoot, I’m coming back to kill you and your family with an Uzi and shoot up your house.”

Both [friends] were interviewed, in which they both provided sworn statements pertaining to the incident. Both of their statements were consistent with [the victim’s] statements.

[The victim’s] neighbor… came outside and advised that he observed the entire incident occurring. The independent witness, identified as a 15year old minor, advised that, as he was watching his show in his room he overheard loud arguing coming from the street, which is in front of his house.

The neighbor stated that he turned off his show and looked outside and observed a white male (the defendant) approaching, [the victim], his neighbor, yelling “I'm going to f*** you up". The neighbor then stated that the white male (the defendant), asked [the victim], “Oh you’re going to jump me”?

That is when he observed the

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defendant get In his vehicle and put the vehicle in reverse in a fast pace heading towards [the victim]. The neighbor then advised that he observed [The victim] almost get hit by the vehicle and [the victim] firing his firearm at the vehicle. That is when he called his father to advise him of the incident.

The neighbor’s statements were also consistent to [the victim’s] statements.

Deputy Feola advised over the radio that he had the white male driving the Blue 2006 Cadillac.

I then proceeded to Deputy Feola and made contact with the defendant, located at the intersection of Finland Dr and Spring Hill Dr, in which post Miranda, admitted to putting the car in reverse and approaching [The victim].

The defendant was then placed under arrest and transported to the Hernando County detention center without further incident.

The defendant is being held at a $2,000.00 BOND, for CT 1 aggravated assault with a deadly weapon to wit; a motor vehicle. The defendant was given a court date of 03/17/2020, in courtroom D, at 9:00 a.m., at the Hernando County Courthouse.

“You Can’t Make Me” PALAIMA, BRENDA LEE YOB: 1961 Charges: RESIST/ OBSTR OFFICER W/O VIOL Arrested at: 02/15/2020 09:17 EVERGREEN AVE, BROOKSVILLE, FL, 34613 Arrest Summary: On 2/15/2020, at approximately 0852 hours, I was dispatched to ---- Evergreen Avenue in reference to a battery. Upon arrival, an investigation was being conducted with the alleged battery where the suspect refused to exit the

residence where the battery occurred. It was noted that the victim of this alleged battery stated there was a firearm inside the residence with the suspect. While dialog was being conducted with the suspect to attempt to get him to exit the residence, the defendant, later identified as Brenda Palaima, arrived on scene pulling onto the property at a very fast speed in her vehicle. The defendant exited her vehicle and was instructed to stay away from the area where the dialog was taking place. The defendant ignored my demand and proceeded onto the porch of the residence where the suspect was located.

The defendant was told that if she could not get the suspect to open the residence door that she needed to exit the porch area. The defendant stated “I can't make my son do anything”. I then issued clear demands for her to exit the porch area. The defendant then stated “you can’t make me”.

I then proceeded to grab her right wrist to escort her off of the porch telling her this was an active scene and that she could not be in this area. The defendant pulled away stating “don't touch me”. I proceeded to pull the defendant off the porch area at the same time the suspect of the alleged battery exited the residence where two other deputies were dealing with him. The defendant continued to resist while being instructed to place her hands behind her back and was able to get her right wrist free from my grasp trying to pull completely free. The defendant was then escorted to the ground and placed into custody.

The defendant was transported to the Hernando County Jail without incident, the defendant is being held on a $1000.00 bond and was provided a court date of 3/11/2020 at 0900 hours in court room C. “Defendant could not provide any reasonable excuse as to

Bv. and Mariner Bv where a traffic stop was conducted. This Detective responded and made contact with the driver of said vehicle, being the defendant.

Post miranda warning, the defendant admitted that there was a .45 caliber handgun located on the floor behind the driver’s seat. Written consent to search the vehicle was obtained and said handgun was located as stated by the defendant.

Defendant admitted he had tried numerous to speak with D.G via text and other contacts on social media. He knew DG to be pregnant. They were in a dating relationship of 5-6 months. Defendant admitted to driving by her residence at least two other times and advised her vehicle was not present during his first drive by. Defendant admitted that upon his second drive by DG’s vehicle was present and he believed she had just arrived home as her headlights were on and he believed she was still in the car. Defendant advised with his left hand he placed the handgun out the window and fired two shots up into the air as he drove by.

Defendant could not provide any reasonable excuse as to his actions.

Defendant was arrested for discharge of a firearm in public, from within a vehicle and within 1000 feet of people. He was further arrested for stalking due to his pattern of behavior and repeated attempts to contact the victim through various means of social media.

I request no bond for the stalking charge due to the defendant and victim having a dating relationship and both stating the victim is pregnant with defendant’s child.

his actions.”

MCCLELLAND, WILLIE ELTON YOB: 2000 Charges: DISCHARGE OF FIREARM FROM WITHIN VEHICLE/1000 FT OF PEOPLE, STALKING - DATING/ DOMESTIC Arrested at: 02/19/20 0150 MARINER BV. CORTEZ BV. BROOKSVILLE, FLORIDA Arrest Summary: On 02-18-20 defendant, Willie E. McClelland Jr. did make repeated contacts to D.G. his girlfriend of whom is pregnant with the defendant’s child. The defendant and D.G did have an ongoing dating relationship for the last 6 months. During said timeframe, D.G did become pregnant and she and defendant have had numerous disagreements within the last few months.

Defendant sent several messages via social media outlets looking to find the whereabouts of DG. Defendant sent messages indicating he would be “by her home later” as he “had a surprise”. After repeated attempts to contact DG, defendant drove by her home located on E.Fort Dade Ave. near Bell Ave. and fired 2-3 shots with a firearm. Witnesses observed a truck, being a white Dodge flee westbound on E. Fort Dade Ave. and turn south onto Bell Ave. D.G. and a witness knew the defendant to drive a white Dodge truck and immediately believed defendant to be responsible for firing the shots due to the previous social media messages sent.

Immediately after the shooting the defendant posted on snapchat “ima seein yall when I get out. Its gonna be a couple years”. The background of said photo and message was from within a vehicle driving during evening hours.

Deputies were able to locate the vehicle in the area of Cortez

Sheriff's Office Briefing Notes Please note – Due to Marsy’s Law, specific information will no longer be provided on incidents that are classified as crimes. Marsy’s Law prohibits law enforcement from releasing any information that could identify the victim of any crime (name, address, sex, age, or any other information).

Monday, February 17, 2020 LAW ENFORCEMENT OPERATIONS • Deputies responded to: o Commercial/Construction Burglary – District 2/Zone 3 – An employee at a local home builder reported that between 9 a.m. on Feb. 12 and 9:50 a.m. on Feb. 14, someone removed electrical wiring from a home on Centerwood Avenue that was under construction – Active investigation – 2020-05189. o Possession of Methamphetamine/ Possession of Heroin/Possession of a Controlled Substance/ Possession of Paraphernalia/ Driving with License Suspended or Revoked – District 2/Zone 2 – The suspect was driving a vehicle that was stopped for a traffic violation.

The suspect did not have a valid driver’s license. A search of the suspect’s purse uncovered various drugs including methamphetamine, heroin, hydromorphone and paraphernalia – Arrest/Female – 2020-05266. o Shooting – District 2/Zone 7 -- An individual was riding his ATV along the power line area when he was struck in the back by a projectile. The victim drove back to his residence on Hathaway Avenue where his girlfriend saw the injury and transported him to the hospital – Active investigation – 2020-05277. o Criminal Mischief – District 1/ Zone 5 – Unknown individual(s) spray painted a “smiley face” on one homeowner’s garage door and male genitalia on another neighbor’s garage door – Active investigation – 2020-05286 & 202005258. o Domestic Aggravated Assault/ Domestic Battery on a Person 65 or older – District 2/Zone 2 – An adult daughter forced her way into her mother’s home and started to attack the mother, who is elderly. The suspect first used a knife to threaten her mother before attempting to use pillow to smother her. The suspect made statements about killing her mother. The suspect left prior to law enforcement’s arrival. Deputies responded to the suspect’s home on Odin Street where she initially refused to speak with deputies.

After some negotiation the suspect exited her home and was taken into custody – Arrest/Female – 202005320. o Missing Juvenile – District 1/ Zone 9 – A 14-year-old juvenile left without her grandmother’s permission and has not returned home – Active investigation – 202005350.

o Attempted Robbery/Battery – District 1/Zone 5 – A woman was driving along Lincoln Avenue in Masaryktown when she hit a horse.

She immediately got out of the vehicle to check on the horse. Two men and a woman who were in a vehicle near the horse offered the woman money not to report the accident. When the victim attempted to take a picture of the suspect’s vehicle tag she was pushed to the ground by one of the men. The other man attempted to take her cell phone. The two men and the woman loaded to horse on to a trailer and left the area – Active investigation – 2020-05374. o Missing Endangered/Runaway Juvenile – District 2/Zone 2 – A grandmother reported her 17-yearold granddaughter had run away from home – Active Investigation – 2020-05412. o Possession of Fentanyl/ Possession of Methamphetamine/ Possession of Cannabis/ Possession of Paraphernalia – District 2/Zone 2 – Deputies conducted a traffic stop on Commercial Way in reference to a vehicle operating with expired tags.

The driver advised he had a small amount of marijuana in the vehicle.

A search of the vehicle revealed a pouch that contained Fentanyl and methamphetamine. Deputies also located a smoking pipe with drug residue – Arrest/Male – 202005443. o Burglary Conveyance – District 1/Zone 2 – The victim reported that an unknown person made entry into her unlocked vehicle and rummaged through her glove box and center console. The victim was not sure if anything was taken – Active investigation – 2020-05510. o Burglary Conveyance – District 1/Zone 2 – The victim reported that an unknown person made entry into her unlocked vehicle and removed house keys and gum from the vehicle – Active investigation – 2020-05525.

• Schools o Springstead High School – A 15-year-old student was found in possession of a vaping device that tested positive for THC -- The student was arrested, transported and processed at the Hernando County Detention Center. Per the Department of Juvenile Justice the student was released to a parent – (the student did not meet the criteria for a citation) – 2020-05192. o Springstead High School – A 17-year-old student who was initially believed to be having medical issues was found to have taken LSD the night before and liquid THC in the morning.

The student was not found in possession of any drugs. The student was transported to the hospital – 2020-05182.

Tuesday, February 18, 2020 • Deputies responded to: o Sick Person – District 2/Zone 4 – Deputies responded to the 10000 block of Spring Hill Drive in reference to a drunk pedestrian.

A cab driver indicated she arrived at the location to pick up the individual. However, the individual soon became belligerent and pushed the driver. The man proceeded to roll on the ground and throw dirt at her. At one point the man fell over, striking his head on an ice chest in the parking lot.

The cab driver indicated she did not want the man arrested, only taken home for his own protection.

The individual was unable to tell deputies where he lived. The man was taken into protective custody under a Marchman Act. At the hospital the man’s blood alcohol level tested at .347 – 2020-05698. o Shooting – District 1/Zone 9 – Deputies responded to Fort Dade Avenue in Brooksville in reference to a shooting. A homeowner indicated an individual drove by and shot several rounds in the direction of the residence – Active investigation – 2020-05684.

o Aggravated Assault with a Motor Vehicle – District 2/Zone 5 – Two men got into an argument over the phone regarding the well-being of a child. The suspect believed the victim was hiding his daughter from him. The suspect proceeded to the victim’s home where he began yelling threats. The victim walked out to confront the suspect. The suspect attempted to hit the victim with his vehicle, at which time the victim drew his weapon and fired a shot at the suspect’s vehicle. The suspect fled the area prior to law enforcement’s arrival. The suspect was apprehended a short time later during a traffic stop – Arrest/Male – 2020-05576.

o Vehicle Burglaries – District 1/ Zone 9 – Video surveillance shows an unknown individual attempting to gain entry into vehicles parked in an apartment complex on Union Street in Brooksville. The suspect was able to enter at least four unlocked vehicles – Active investigation – 2020-05692.

o Felony Domestic Battery – District 1/Zone 1 – A father and his adult son got into an argument.

During the argument a dog began biting the son. While the son was attempting to push the dog off the father began striking his son on the head before attempting to choke him – Arrest/Male – 2020-05544.

o Nature Coast Technical High School – A 18-year-old student was found in possession of marijuana – The student was issued a Juvenile Civil Citation and given 10 days of Out of School Suspension – 202005586.

Wednesday, February 19, 2020

• Schools o Springstead High School – A 15-year-old student was found smoking marijuana in a back stairwell – The student was issued a Notice to Appear on the marijuana charge and was given School Discipline – 2020-05633.

• Deputies responded to:

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o Shooting/Accidental – District 1/ Zone 5 – Deputies responded to a residence in Brooksville regarding a report of an accidental shooting.

A witness reported that the individual was handling a shotgun near the garage when it fired. The individual died at the scene – Active investigation – 2020-05711. o Show Obscene Material to a Minor – District 2/Zone 3 – A Deltona Elementary student was caught using a cell phone to show inappropriate photos to other students – Active investigation – 2020-05806. o Aggravated Battery – District 2/ Zone 3 – Deputies responded to a residence on Spring Hill Drive regarding a report of a disturbance.

During the encounter, a man pushed a brick in the face of another individual. That individual returned a short time later and punched the man with the brick in the face. He then kicked him numerous times while he was on the ground – Active investigation – 2020-05809.

• Schools o Winding Waters K-8 – A 14-year-old student was found in possession of a vaping device – The student was issued a Juvenile Civil Citation – 2020-05774. o Weeki Wachee High School – Two students were found passing a vaping device from one student to the other – Both students issued Juvenile Civil Citations – 202005725.

Thursday, February 20, 2020 • Deputies responded to: o Grand Theft/Felony Criminal Mischief – District 2/Zone 3 – An investigation revealed a known individual stole multiple tools and personal items from a residence on Bay Drive in Spring Hill. The items were removed from a garage and the porch. The suspect was located along with the stolen items in a wooden lot near the residence where the items were taken from – Arrest/Female – 2020-05829. o Missing Juvenile/Recovered – District 1/Zone 7 – A 13-year-old boy left his residence without

permission and did not return home. He was located at an area motel a short time later – 202005961.

convenience store reported a suspicious individual hanging around inside and outside the store. When deputies arrived the suspect fled on foot. The suspect was apprehended following a short foot chase. The suspect was found in possession of marijuana, prescription pills and paraphernalia – Arrest/Male – 2020-06247.

o Grand Theft/Resist LEO without Violence/Possession of Cannabis – Less than 20 grams – District 2/ Zone 3 – A rent-to-own business called law enforcement to report an individual who failed to return numerous items to the business.

The suspect was arrested on a warrant, however, the stolen items were not recovered. Investigators later went back with a search warrant. The suspect’s husband initially denied entry into the house and was arrested. All of the stolen items were located inside the home – 2020-04705.

o Lewd and Lascivious Battery – District 1/Zone 4 – Active investigation – 2020-06228. o Suicide – District 1/Zone 1 – 17 YOA/Male – 2020-06075. o Grand Theft Auto – District 1/ Zone 7 – The owner of a Ford F-150 truck left his truck parked at a campground ground near Riverland Clay Sink Road in Ridge Manor. The victim returned to where he parked his truck to find it missing – Active investigation – 2020-06074.

• Schools o Winding Waters K-8 – An 8-yearold student threatened to injure other students – Student said it was a joke. The student received School Discipline – 2020-05870.

o Shooting Investigation -- District 2/Zone 7 – An individual came into the emergency room at Bayfront Spring Hill in reference to a gunshot wound to the chest.

The individual indicated he accidently shot himself in the chest.

The individual did not sustain life-threatening injuries – Active investigation – 2020-06126.

o Winding Waters K-8 – A 12-yearold student punches another student – Parent of student who was punched signed a waiver or prosecution -- The student received School Discipline – 2020-05900.

Friday and Weekend, February 21-23, 2020

o Death Investigation – District 1/Zone 1 – 81YOA/Female – Unattended Death – 2020-06133.

• Deputies responded to:

o Domestic Battery – District 1/ Zone 1 – A mother was involved in an argument with her adult son.

During the argument the son spit on his mother and then hit her several times. The suspect fled prior to law enforcement’s arrival – Active investigation – 2020-06151.

o Criminal Mischief – District 2/ Zone 1 – Deputies responded to Linda Pedersen Park in reference to unknown individual(s) who had spray painted obscenities on the observation tower – Active investigation – 2020-05188. o Theft – District 1/Zone 9 – An unknown suspect entered a store and asked if the store had an air machine to inflate tires. The suspect proceeded to purchase a drink and as the cashier opened the cash drawer the suspect reached over and grabbed several bills before running out of the store and driving away – Active investigation – 2020-06177.

• Schools o Central High School – A 17-year-old student was found in possession of a nicotine vaping device – The student was issued a Juvenile Civil Citation and received School Discipline – 2020-05972.

o Loitering/Prowling/Resist LEO with Violence/Possession of Marijuana/Possession of a Controlled Substance – District 2/Zone 6 – An employee at a

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from page 1 Save Crystal River is a 501c3 not for profit organization of local citizens dedicated to preserving Florida’s waters.

Save Crystal River is in its 50th year of restoration. Sivilich was joined by Jim Anderson, the founder of Sea and Shoreline, which is a partner in this project.

Bayport Park visitors watch MidCoast Marine Group work on the closed boat ramp on Feb. 24, 2020.

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ment due to a previously recorded shipwreck that is located within the vicinity of the pier with two additional overlapping archaeological sites also recorded in the project area. As a result of this assessment, Cardno, an environmental firm overseeing the entire project, must properly mark the shipwreck area and set buoys for the entire time of construction in order to protect the integrity of these sites.”

The total cost of the Bayport Pier reconstruction will be $918,320.58. Approximately 75 percent of the cost will be eligible for reimbursement under FEMA’s Public Assistance Program: $28,880 = Damage Assessment

by URS Construction (completed) $59,831.20 = Engineer-

ing by Cardno (completed) $44,240 = Archaeological Assessment by Cardno (completed) $657,060.50 = Construction of Pier by Midcoast Construction Enterprises (ongoing) $128,308.88 = Cultural Monitoring and construction oversight by Cardno (ongoing) The county acknowledges in the October media release, “Bayport Pier is an important amenity to the Hernando County community and have been working diligently to restore it back to its pre-disaster condition. We appreciate the community’s patience during this process and look forward to its reopening in spring 2020.”

Midcoast Construction Enterprises, Inc., is the company contracted to perform the reconstruction.

The approach used by Save Crystal River was outlined in five goals: ● Remove invasive Lyngbya and years of accumulated detrital material, commonly known as “muck.” ● Replant native eelgrass that can outcompete the algae for nutrients and add oxygen to the waters ● Protect and maintain the newly planted grasses ● Prevent ongoing introduction of pollutants (Nitrogen, Phosphorus, runoff) that contribute to algae growth & water degradation ● Educate others regarding the mission of the organization and how everyone in the community can help restore the waterway.

Waterways restored so far The subject of the restoration project is in Crystal River near the Three Sister Springs area. The project is focusing on inland areas and canals which link to Kings Bay and Crystal River. The

by ROCCO MAGLIO rocco@hernandosun.com The Florida auditor general in 2014 found that the city of Weeki Wachee owed Attorney Joe Mason $1 million and $2 million for legal services. This bill has made it difficult to dissolve the city, because at that point the county would become liable for the city's bills.

Although the city was paying small amounts on this bill it is unlikely that its legal bill is much less than it was in 2014. If the City of Weeki Wachee is dissolved, the county could then become liable for the bills. The legislation to dissolve the city specifically states that Hernando County would assume all debts and liabilities.

The legal fees bill is why the city has lasted as long as it has. The large legal bill appears to be similar to a poison pill that has kept officials from dissolving the town.

Weeki Wachee has been a city since 1966. The 2010 census reported 12 people living in the City of Weeki Wachee.

For several years the state government has been dissolving municipalities with fewer than a couple hundred residents as their expenses are generally greater than the services they provide. These smaller municipalities also have difficulty meeting the requirements set forth by the state for providing budgets and other information.

The Hernando Sun Newspaper reached out to the County Administrator Jeffrey Rogers asking if the County had worked out the legal bill issue since the county commission discussion about dissolving Weeki Wachee did not mention how they would dispose of Weeki Wachee's legal bill. Mr. Rogers responded, "This will be addressed when the Bill is passed."

Some commissioners gave their support of the city's dissolution during the Feb. 25 meeting.

“Respectfully everybody knows mermaids are not real. We could have a fake city for the city of mermaids and it would not affect the tourism at all or the slogan. In fact, I think just the name Weeki Wachee in itself is enough to get attention from those that you're speaking with,” said commissioner Allocco.

The bill that would dissolve Weeki Wachee is still active in the state legislature. It is House Bill 1215 for the 2020 session and could pass during this session.

Removal of muck and invasive flora Lyngbya is a cyanobacterium (bluegreen alga), forming long filaments inside a rigid sheath with a slimy surface. The sheaths collect and form large “mats” on the floor of the waterway. Not only is Lyngbya invasive and unpleasant to touch, it can also cause skin reactions in humans.

Sea and Shoreline is responsible for the removal of the muck, using a hydraulic vacuum. “Just like vacuuming your carpet.” Sivilich said, “We’re not deepening the canals.” With the muck cleared, certified divers hand-vacuum Lyngbya, which is then pumped back to a dewatering site.

On it’s way to the dewatering site, the vacuumed contents are passed through a giant screen, which collects cell phones, See RESTORE, Page 5

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Tthe Bayport boat ramp temporarily closed on Feb. 24 by Hernando County Parks for scheduled pier construction conducted by Midcoast Marine Group. The ramp reopened on Feb. 25.

Weeki Wachee legal debt to be addressed after bill passes says county administrator

recently completed project is at the northeast end of Kings Bay and directly north of Three Sister Springs.

An area was added later, west of Three Sisters, which included the cleanup of upland residential canals between private properties. Because it has been observed in the past in Weeki Wachee, Commissioner Wayne Dukes asked Sivilich if the clearing of those canals will have unintended consequences of “sucking more muck into the river.”

Sivilich explained that unlike dredging, the methods used by Sea and Shoreline will prevent that.

Future projects are planned for nearly all areas on the eastside of Kings Bay and connecting inland canals.

the software development is constrained. If you develop software which subtly drives behavior what is your liability.

Practice Fusion wound up spending over a hundred million dollars to settle their liability with the justice department. They knowingly had pushed opioids in a very subtle way.

As software directs more and more of our life and makes suggestions about what we do, the basis of those algorithms and the logic behind them needs to be open and transparent. We need to know if the algorithm was funded by Purdue pharma with the intent of pushing more opioids. We also need to know if the Amazon algorithms are pushing a certain agenda.

There are many algorithms out there that may subtly nudge us to make certain decisions.

We need to understand that Facebook and

Twitters' algorithms have tremendous power by promoting some ideas and hiding others. The public needs to be assured that they are not acting as giant political operatives.

It is important that these companies are transparent about what they're suggesting. The users also need to keep in mind that the suggestions may not be in their best interest. It is important to understand that the first result in Google is not always the truth.

Doctors are well educated and constantly are working on honing their craft, yet they were influenced by a simple pop-up.

The problem is, the doctors expected the pop-ups to be impartial and not designed with the help of an opioid maker with the goal of prescribing more opioids. It is necessary to always be on the lookout for attempts to influence our behavior and expect software to provide biased results.

County still has questions on Aquatic Preserve bill

by LISA MACNEIL lisa@hernandosun.com

The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) discussed the proposed Legislative bill creating a Nature Coast Aquatic Preserve, and what it means for the future of local decision-making and state funding. Hernando county has several state-funded aquatics projects already pending, and the future of those were also discussed.

The bill, championed by Senator Ralph Missulo (R - Lecanto) officially designates Hernando’s coastline as an Aquatic Preserve, subject to regulation by various state agencies, with the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) mentioned most often. County Administrator Jeff Rogers advised the commissioners that the cost to the county to establish a preserve would be a $40,000 one-time setup fee, and $2,000 per year thereafter.

As of this writing, no decisions have been made in Tallahassee.

Since this was only a discussion, no decisions were made by the BOCC. The bill passed the Agriculture and Natural Resources Subcommittee and Agriculture and Natural Resources Appropriations Subcommittee as favorable, and is on the State Affairs Committee for February 27, 2020.

Commissioner John Allocco stated that he had sent emails to state officials seeking more information, but received nothing but acknowledgements.

The bill proposes to add a state level of protection to protect seagrass up to 9 miles off the shores of Hernando county, and should have nothing to do with internal canals, such as those within Hernando Beach, or matters pertaining to the Weeki Wachee river.

The biggest concern of the local government is that of an extra layer of bureaucracy, particularly when it comes to funding of Gulf shore projects, such as dredging. Hernando County Aquatics Manager Keith Kolasa explained, “Minimal dredging is going to be accepted.

(The State officials) did mention maintenance dredging is allowable but now (the county has to) meet the OFW (Outstanding Florida Waterways) standards which is going to have a financial cost because of the turbidity standards.”

According to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), most OFWs “are areas managed by the state or federal government as parks, including wildlife refuges, preserves, marine sanctuaries, estuarine research reserves, certain waters within state or national forests, scenic and wild rivers, or aquatic preserves. Generally, the waters within these managed areas are OFWs because the managing agency has requested this special protection.”

Additionally, “Waters that are not already in a state or federal managed area may be designated as "special water" OFWs if certain requirements are met, including a

public process of designation.”

Kolasa added, “It does raise the bar. Permitting takes longer and the cost goes up. There are benefits, in that you won't have oil and drilling off the coast in the preserve.”

Commissioner Steve Champion’s first concern was that of added bureaucracy. “I'm a little concerned that it's going to take more red tape to get something done. We can't even get these canals (corrected) now.”

The other commissioners concurred with Champion. Commissioner Wayne Dukes said, “ I've been around government all my life and more government has never been a good thing.”

As far as the waterways and their protection and conservation, all were in agreement that the current government structure has done a satisfactory job over the years in managing the waterways.

Kolasa also had concerns regarding maps drawn with inconsistent boundaries. “It’s really hard for us to interpret the plan for what's preserved or proposed because this doesn't look consistent with state statutes or federal statutes. The nine-mile line definition doesn't extend nearly out as far as what (the state) is proposing, so we would like some clarification on that.”

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keys and other items lost by humans.

At the dewatering site, large, flexible, bag-like apparati called geotubes separate all the Lyngbya particles and other pollutants from the water.

Inside the geotubes, the water to be cleaned is introduced to a special polymer to bind the solid particles. The freshly cleaned water is then returned to the waterway.

What’s left behind is clumps of nitrogen and phosphorus-containing fertilizer, which is shipped to a local cow farm.

“Rockstar Eelgrass” “So much like farming on land, this is farming underwater, so we’ve prepared our field. We have that nice bed of sand then we start planting…”

After the area is cleared of Lyngbya, new eelgrass is planted. This isn’t your average eelgrass, this is “Rockstar Eelgrass,” engineered for fast growth by a UF scientist.

Rockstar also sends out runners that will extend 7 feet in all directions. For the first year, the eelgrass is kept in “exclusion devices,” or manateefriendly cages to protect the grass during its root establishment and initial growth. Once a month, the cages are cleaned by divers.

The eelgrass is beneficial to the waterway because it produces oxygen, which is obviously good for the life of the waterway and its ecosystem, but also because it helps to keep Lyngbya out. Eelgrass

Kings Bay Restoration Project- Red areas denote completed portions of the project.

is a favorite snack for manatees when they congregate in the winter.

Sivilich reported that the project has received approximately $18.6 million in state-funded grants, donations and fundraising proceeds. To date, 30.8 acres have been restored with 130,000 eelgrass plants planted after the removal of over 200-million pounds of Lyngbya and detrital material. The efforts have resulted in a 95% reduction of phosphorus and a 50% reduction of nitrogen pollution.

She estimated that the completed areas cost

between $300-500,000 per half-acre, but cautioned that different areas require different approaches, and the prices could vary.

Evidence of the project’s success is seen in the return of manatees in the winter along with other marine life. “We’re seeing an increase - every kind of species. We’re seeing bedding bass for the first time in decades, we’re seeing crayfish, blue crabs, everything is coming back in not just freshwater species, but marine species also come in and and breed in these upland spring canals so lots of animal utilization.”

The

Unclogging of spring vents Springs feed the river through vents and “boils” on the King’s Bay floor.

The removal of harmful debris has resulted in the unclogging of over 400 vents, resulting in more water flowing into the river, which dilutes more phosphorus and nitrogen and provides more rest areas for manatees. It will also increase the flow of the spring, which will keep undesired materials from washing back in.

Sivilich reported that one spring vent was found

under 11 feet of muck.

Preserving the Eelgrass Sivilich reported that anchoring of vessels, as well as propeller scarring is the biggest threat to seagrasses. In addition to being watchful for eelgrass while boating, it’s recommended to anchor in areas without eelgrass, and use a hydraulic anchor, Power-Pole ® or home-made “spud” or small-footprint anchor. A mushroom style anchor is preferred over a Danforth style.

Allocco commented at the end of the presentation

that “There’s no such ‘silver bullet’ to protect the springs (in Hernando county). We’re going to need a multi-faceted approach.” Allocco stated that residents have reported the Weeki Wachee river flowing more slowly over the years, and questioned if “muck” could be clogging vents in the springs that feed it.

“Just eliminating septic isn’t going to be the answer.”

The board will continue to discuss options for funding and strategy for restoration efforts.

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March 2 Email with Gmail - BV 3/2/2020 10AM - 12PM; 3/3/2020 10AM - 12PM; 3/4/2020 10AM - 12PM Registration is open Email is easy! Learn how to send, receive, and organize your email; how to send photos and other documents, and more.

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March 3 Sunshine Girls - SH 3/3/2020 10AM - 12PM Toddler Storytime - BV 3/3/2020 10:30 AM - 11AM; 3/6/2020 10:30 - 11AM Stories, songs, and more in a storytime program designed for children between 18 months - 3 years old.

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Movies @ Your Library - EH 3/3/2020 2 - 4PM Movies on the big screen with free popcorn. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library of Hernando Co., Inc. SCORE Workshop Introduction to Business Taxes - SH 3/3/2020 4 - 5:30 PM Baby Storytime - SH 3/4/2020 10:15 - 11:15 AM; 3/6/2020 10 - 10:30 AM A storytime featuring stories, bounce rhymes, songs and more just for babies and their caregivers.

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Early Voting - Presidential Preference Primary - SH 3/6/2020 9AM - 5PM History and Biography Book discussion - BV 3/6/2020 11:30 - 12:30 PM Please join us to discuss The Pioneers: The Heroic Story of the Settlers Who Brought the American Ideal West" by David McCollough. "An important and dramatic chapter in the American story- the settling of the Northwest Territory.".

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Storytime - EH 3/4/2020 10:30 - 11AM Stories, songs, and more in a storytime program designed for children between 18 months - 5 years old.

Storytime - EH 3/4/2020 10:30 - 11AM Stories, songs, and more in a storytime program designed for children between 18 months - 5 years old.

Unplugged - Adult Board Game Afternoon - EH 3/4/2020 12 - 4PM Unplug from the tech world to the days of game playing the old fashion way.

Financial Management Series - WH 3/4/2020 2 - 4PM This month's topic: The Basics About Taxes Medicare 101 - BV 3/4/2020 2 - 3PM For people new to Medicare or anyone who would like a better understanding of how the program works. A fun discussion with plenty of time for questions.

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Nonfiction Book Discussion - SH 3/5/2020 2 - 3:30 PM Book discussion for adult nonfiction fans - ask for a copy of the reading and join in.

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Announcement: AARP FOUNDATION TAX – AIDE GET YOUR TAXES DONE FOR FREE. Location: Mining Association Enrichment Center 800 John Gary Grubbs Blvd., Brooksville 34601; Mondays only! March 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2020 From Mr. Dell O. Barnes, Sr, Enrichment Centers Director: We have implemented what I call "In The Know," which is a monthly informational session. These sessions will have a different facilitator each month. We hope that these sessions will fulfill our mission of providing relevant topics to help not only our members but the public at large. This month's In the Know Seminar "Battling with depression and anxiety." There is hope for those who live with depression and anxiety. Register now for this free informational session sponsored

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9:00-10:00 2-mile walk 9-11 Share A Craft 10:30-11:30 YOGA 1:00-Chewin’ the Fat! 1-4:00 Scrabble 1-3 Deaf Services & FREE amplified Phone 6:30-8:30 TLC for Mom’s MARCH 4 8-4 Cards, Games & Puzzles 9:00-10:00 Chair Exercise 10-2 Vocational Rehab 10-12 Ceramics 10-11 Bingo 12:30-4:00 Advanced Canasta Hand & Foot 1-4 Advanced Mah Jongg 1:00-Chewin’ the Fat! MARCH 5 8-4 Cards, Board Games & 8:30-9:00 Weights & Squats 9:00-10:00 2-mile walk 9-11 Share A Craft 9-4 SHINE by Appt Only 9:30-11 BINGO 10-11:30 Florida Retired Educators Association (No Meeting this month) MARCH 4 9-4 Cards, Games & Puzzles 9:30 Exercise 9-1 Crocheting, Knitting, & Warm Up America 9 -4pm Phoenix Rising Room #6 10A – 4P AARP Smart Driver Class 11:30-12:30 Blood Pressure 12:30-4:00 CanastaHand & Foot (Room #10) 1-3 Pencil Sketching 1:00 Music with Gale 6:30-7:30 AA Support Group 7 Toastmasters- Public Speaking

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Annual Murder Mystery Dinner with 1980s twist

PROUDLY Presents the 36th annual

BY MEGAN HUSSEY MHUSSEY@ HERNANDOSUN.COM

Art in the Park

A Celebration of Arts, Crafts and Entertainment

Saturday TOM VARN Sunday PARK March 15 March 14 306 DARBY LANE 10am - 5pm BROOKSVILLE 10am - 5pm Winner, 3rd time in a row, by Southeast Tourism Wi m as One of the Top 20 Events in the Southeast "There were multiple mentions of an 80's theme so that got the most votes!"

Korbus says that a great deal of work and preparation has gone into the planning of the 80's Mystery Dinner.

"We purchase a ‘kit’ every year from a company that designs them for at-home interactive dinner parties. The kit includes character names and descriptions, the relationship between the actors, (some back story) the synopsis, and the suspects/who done it," she said. "We end up writing some script, to go with the kit, that prompts the actors and helps the narrative to flow. The past few years that has been a JSL league member but this year one of the returning actors, Chris Korbus, volunteered to put the script together."

Raffle tickets will be available to purchase for a chance to win baskets and prizes at the dinner, set to benefit a myriad of JSL projects.

"The proceeds will go towards the many projects Junior Service League is involved in," said Korbus.

"To name some, the Food for Families program partners with the Hernando County School District to identify students who qualify for free/reduced breakfast and lunch but don't have access to that benefit during holiday breaks such as Christmas break and Spring break. We pack approximately 150-200 bags with breakfast, lunch and 2 snacks for each student during the days they will be on break. Christmas break is usually 9-10 days and Spring Break is often 9-10 as well. We offer support to the Dawn Center which is the local organization providing free services to men, women, and children who are survivors of domestic and/or sexual violence."

"We also partner with New Beginnings Youth

Shelter providing runaway and respite care for youth in the county. The Children's Advocacy Center provides counseling free of charge to children who are survivors of trauma and violence," she continued. "We have partnered with K9 Paws for Patriots to help fund service dogs for veterans diagnosed with PTSD. We sponsor local HYL teams, fund a scholarship for PHCC as well as through the Chamber of Commerce to assist students looking to further their education at the college level."

Through the years, the JSL has enjoyed particular success with the murder mystery fund-raiser theme.

"This is our 8th Annual Mystery Dinner style fundraiser and it has evolved over the years. Currently we have "celebrity" actors who are volunteers from around the community.

Think business owners, marketing reps from companies committed to making Hernando County a better place, local politicians, professionals from public service organizations such as the Sheriff's office, Clerk of Court, and other non-profits within the community, etc.," said Korbus. "This year the actors will have rehearsed at least once a week for approximately 6 weeks by the time opening night rolls around. We have sold out both night shows the past two years and expect another sold out year."

The show's $40 event ticket covers the three course meal and show.

Alcohol will be available for purchase at this event, which Rising Sun owner Catherine Reeves says reminds her of a favorite slogan espoused by culinary icon Julia Child.

"People who love to eat are always the best people," Reeves quoted.

To learn more about or purchase tickets for the 80's Mystery Dinner, visit

eventbrite.com and search for '80s Mystery Dinner.’

Seating is assigned for this event; email JSLBrooksville@gmail.com to reserve seating with a specific group of guests at dinner.

"I hope audiences will be entertained from the performance," said Korbus. "Throughout the evening it is also my hope that the audience recognizes that these actors and our organization are 100% volunteers and also professionals in Hernando County who are committed to making our community better."

SHOW EVENTS •

Original only juried art work by over 130 local, state and national fine art and fine craft exhibitors competing for $5,000 in prize money.

Major juried Student Art Pavilion

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TWO DAYS OF LIVE STAGE ENTERTAINMENT featuring the Hernando Symphony Orchestra Performing “Pops in the Park”

(Sat. 1pm, Bring your own chair & sit under beautiful oaks)

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Free Children’s Art Activity Tent Festival Food Court

FUN FOR THE ENTIRE Admission!

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FREE

$5 Suggested Parking Donation

Supported in part by these community leaders.

www.hernandoarts.org or 352-279-5182

2nd Annual Blues Bash at the Ranch Three Days of Incredible Blues Music and Workshops!

At Sertoma Youth Ranch; 85 Myers Road, Brooksville

Brad Vickers & His Vestapolitans

Chris O’ Leary Band

MARCH 20-22, 2020

• Optional Camping in a Gorgeous Setting • Singe Day & Weekend Passes on Sale • Covered Stage, Dance Floor & Seating Area

• Permanent Bathhouse & Restrooms • Children’s Activities at the Youth Pavilion • Family & Dog Friendly • Great food, beverage & merchandise vendors

More info: 941-758-7585

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Guests are sure to have a rad, even tubular time at an 80's Mystery Dinner: A rad Who-Done-It at a Pop Icon's Album Launch Party. A fund-raising dinner hosted by the Junior Service League of Brooksville at 6 p.m.

Friday, March 6, and Saturday, March 7, at Rising Sun Bistro and Market.

Located at 10 S. Main St., Brooksville.

This marks the 8th Annual Murder Mystery Dinner for the Junior Service League of Brooksville, described at https:// www.jslbrooksville.org/ as "a sisterhood who bridges the gap for our underserved neighbors by executing passionate acts of service and enhancing projects through financial community partners." A non-profit volunteer organization with committees geared towards specific needs such as women's services and children's services along with broader community needs. JSL has served the residents of Hernando County for more than 80 years.

"We are very proud of this event and grateful for the support we receive each year," said event chairperson Ginger Korbus. "It's not only a fun night but 100% of the money raised goes to our service projects."

Perhaps it's fitting that the organization that has been in existence for more than 80 years is going back to the 80's for this special theatrical event.

"Grab your hoop earrings, acid wash jeans, and brightest neon colors!" reads an event invite. "Come solve our totally tubular mystery while fundraising with JSL!" At the 80's Mystery Dinner, guests will enjoy a 3 course meal provided

by The Bistro while they try to solve a who-doneit mystery; one set at the album release party for pop icon character Polly Abdool.

Korbus says that the league was eager to return to the era of day glo, big hair, and totally awesome music and fashion for the purpose of this event.

"We choose a different theme each year and ask committee members from the Junior Service League as well as previous year actors who express interest in acting in the next show." said Korbus.

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WHERE: Temple Beth David 13158 Antelope St. Spring Hill, FL 34609 For more information, call the temple office at: 352-686-7034 Pre ordering available now at www.tbdfl.org

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Big Barn Sale to benefit Disabled Veterans

SUNWEST CRAB & SHRIMP FESTIVAL, FEBRUARY 28 TO MARCH 1, 2020 - FRI 5-8 PM SAT & SUN 10 AM TO 4 PM

The SunWest Crab & Shrimp Festival February 28, 2020 - March 01, 2020 Fri 5pm-8pm, Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10am-4pm Friday night is Free Entry - Sat & Sun $5 The SunWest Crab & Shrimp Festival is back for the fifth year, and this time around, we have added more seating, bigger bands, and extended hours, so you have more time to enjoy the festival and fantastic destination, Sunwest Park! This event brings thousands of individuals to SunWest Park with three days of live bands, crab races, cornhole tournament, crafter & business vendors, photo booths, and a ton of seafood options. Proceeds benefit the Stano Foundation & Gulfside Hospice! Don’t miss one of the largest family fun events in Hudson!

SunWest Park is a recreational waterfront facility in northwest Pasco, just off of Hwy 19. The park has been developed around a former limestone mine, known locally as “SunWest Mines.” Gracing the shores of the 70 acre spring-fed lake you will find beautiful white sand that creates an unparalleled beach atmosphere.

With the gorgeous, natural setting, relaxing in the sun comes easy! For those who also want to participate in activities, The Lift Adventure Park offers a variety of amenities at SunWest. From wake-boarding behind the cable system, to the Aqua Park and paddle

Come One Come All Every Saturday at the barn

8am - 5pm

All Sales and Proceeds will be donated to the Disabled Veterans 18736 Rosephil Rd (off County Line Rd near 41) Turn south on Rosephil and go to the end and look for the barn on the left.

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SpORTSmAN'S Club

Located 9 miles North of S.R. 50 on U.S. Hwy 19

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

RANGE HOURS

Monthly Firearms classes for CCW SAT. & SUN 9AM-3PM

Tues - Fri 9AM-2PM; Tues and Thurs Eve. 5PM - 7PM www.hernandosportsmansclub.com 352-597-9931

A free indoor event to feature local artists and fine craftsmen to our community. Reception to meet the artists on Saturday evening and a full day show on Sunday.

The show is also open to the public on Sunday, March 1, 2020 10:00 am- 5:00 pm Temple Beth David Jewish Center is located at 13158 Antelope Street, Spring Hill, FL 34609

JOIN US FOR BEACH, BANDS & GREAT FOOD!

Crab & Shrimp

Festival A festival filled with family fun at a tropical paradise setting makes it the ideal weekend destination event for the whole family.

Friday, Feb 28 - Sunday, March 1 FRIDAY 5PM-8PM • SATURDAY 10AM-8PM • SUNDAY 10AM-4PM SunWest Park 17362 Old Dixie Hwy, Hudson

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Feast On Savory Seafood Live Bands / Entertainment Stone Crab Claw Eating Contest Carnival Rides Crab Races

SunWest Park is located at 17362 Old Dixie Hwy., 17362 Old Dixie Hwy, Hudson, FL 34667

5TH ANNUAL NATURE COAST ART SHOW SUNDAY, MARCH 1, 2020 FROM 10 AM TO 5 PM

• 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

HUNTERS Education Classes

boarding around the lake, The Lift provides fun on the water for the whole family. Visit: www.facebook.com/ events/sunwest-park/2020-sunwest-crab-shrimp-festival/361307621475558/

SAVE THE MONARCHS MARCH 3, 2020 FROM 10 AM TO 11 AM Monarch Man and Master Gardener Drew Helvey will be sharing the work he has done with milkweed and monarch butterflies. Learn how to raise your own milkweed and see caterpillars, pupae and maybe a hatching monarch butterfly up close!

This is a presentation by the University of Florida/IFAS Extension at Hernando County 16110 Aviation Loop, Brooksville,

Friday • 6:00pm Black Honkeys Saturday • 6:30pm Matchbox 2.0 A Tribute to Matchbox 20 and Hootie & The Blowfish Sunday • 2:30pm - Scott Jordan, The World’s #1 Justin Timberlake Tribute Artist

Event Benefits:

$5.00 Parking Fee • Parking Fees Support SunWest Park Development.

HERNANDO JAZZ SOCIETY WILL PERFORM 'SOPHISTICATED LADIES' ON SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020 AT 2 PM

Members of the Hernando Jazz Society now in their 26th season will perform live on Sunday, March 8, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. providing an enjoyable afternoon listening and dancing to lively tunes from Sophisticated Ladies.

Wellington’s Bar & Grill will be offering a cash bar and buffet. So come join us at the Wellington Clubhouse, 400 Wexford Blvd, in Spring Hill. Admission: HJS Members - Free, Non-Members – Singles $10.00, Couples $15 (does NOT include the buffet).

The Hernando Jazz Society is a Section 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation formed under Florida Law. New members are always welcome to join the fun.

For more information call Bill McLoughlin 352-7999690.

The Wellington Clubhouse is located at 400 Wexford Blvd, in Spring Hill.

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A time of celebration for women in Hernando County and around the world Riveter, in fact, is credited with recruiting about 2 million women into the American workforce to support the war economy The month of March will and keep the nation going. be a time of great celebraBetween the years 1940tion for women in Hernan45, the female workforce in do County and around the the United States increased world. Aside from being from 27 to 37 percent, with Women's History Month, almost one in every four the events of this month married women working will play an important outside of the home by role in a broader yearlong 1945.

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Leadership Class Award in breakfast and lunch. To Commerce Women in History Museum.

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BY STEVE NORRIS HERNANDO SUN A strong cold front ushering in much colder air is going to stick around from Thursday all the way through the weekend. High temperatures will only be in the 60s for four straight days and we will drop into the 30s Thursday night and again Saturday night.

There is one bright spot in this forecast, the days will be sunny and the nights will be clear during this chilly weather. We will warm back up quickly with 75° by Monday and 82 on Tuesday. In our evening sky this week, the planet Venus continues to get brighter to the west southwest after dark and will continue to get brighter through March.

This week Venus is joined by a crescent moon in the evening sky. We are only three weeks away from the beginning of Spring and we go back on daylight savings time in 2 weeks.

A recent study showed that in the past 25 years, Mississippi led the way in February tornadoes followed by Florida, Texas and Alabama, Tennessee and Kentucky tied for fifth.

The United States averages 1,225 tornadoes a year with Texas, Kansas and Oklahoma recording the most.

These states comprise what is known as Tornado Alley and now Mississippi, Alabama and Tennessee make up Dixie Alley. This study also concluded that in the future the tornado season will peak earlier in March instead of May and the number of April tornadoes is expected to increase.

This tornado study was based on how global warming will affect the severe weather season in the future. You can reach me anytime with your questions or comments, weather1@charter.net

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God Friended Me: “The Last Little Thing” CBS, 8pm In the new episode “The Last Little Thing,” Miles is determined to convince Anna (guest star Ruby Modine), a young woman diagnosed with cancer, that there is more to live for than just completing her bucket list.

The Simpsons: “Bart the Bad Guy” FOX, 8pm In the new episode “Bart the Bad Guy,” Bart (voice of Nancy Cartwright) accidentally sees a brand-new superhero movie a month before it comes out -- and a new supervillain is born: Spoiler Boy! His Fatal Fixation Lifetime, 8pm Original Film!

After surviving a violent attack at the hands of a jealous stalker, flawless beauty Lily Abrams moves to a new city looking for a fresh start.

Little Big Shots NBC, 8pm Season Premiere!

Executive producer Melissa McCarthy takes over as the host in what is described as a “completely reimagined new season” of the series that highlights the stories of talented, inspiring and hilarious kids from around the globe.

Duncanville: “Undacuva Mutha” FOX, 8:30pm In hopes of getting a promotion, Annie (voice of Amy Poehler) begins investigating a criminal who is selling counterfeit goods to school kids in the new episode “Undacuva Mutha.”

NCIS: Los Angeles: “Alsiyadun” CBS, 9pm NCIS enlists a deep cover CIA agent (guest star Kiari “Offset” Cephus) to rescue Fatima from her captors in the new episode “Alsiyadun.”

Race for the White House: “LBJ v.

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Bob’s Burgers: “Wag the Song” FOX, 9pm Jim Gaffigan provides a guest voice in the new episode “Wag the Song,” in which the Belcher kids compete to write a new school song for Wagstaff.

What’s Eating America: “A Chef’s Story” MSNBC, 9pm Host Andrew Zimmern, a former addict who is now almost 30 years sober, reveals how he found his way from homelessness to recovery through food and cooking.

Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist: “Zoey’s Extraordinary Neighbor” NBC, 9pm Zoey is forced to address her own faith and why she was given these powers as she attempts to help Mo feel comfortable expressing his true self.

Family Guy: “Rich Old Stewie” FOX, 9:30pm The Griffins flash forward in the new episode “Rich Old Stewie,” in which Stewie (voice of Seth MacFarlane) is

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National Geographic, 9pm Season Finale!

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Email: ABC, 10pm Jordan Peele join Keegan-Michael Key Lucy (Melissa O’Neil) returns to duty to play games that show how Hollywood hernandowomen@gmail.com after her abduction and Harper steps pros manipulate our brains to make us in to help her through her first day back feel genuine emotion while watching on patrol. movies.

NCIS: New Orleans: “The Root of All Evil” CBS, 10pm In the new episode “The Root of All Evil,” NCIS investigates the murder of a JAG captain whose body was discovered at home by his daughter, the only heir to his large estate.

Kids Baking Championship Food Network, 10pm Season Finale!

After 10 weeks of wild challenges, the remaining young bakers will face hosts and judges Valerie Bertinelli and Duff Goldman and find out who will be crowned the winner.

The Windsors: Inside the Royal Dynasty: “The Young Queen” CNN, 10pm As the young Elizabeth II takes her first steps as queen, she is torn between old tradition and those, like her husband, who want to modernize the monarchy.

Breeders FX, 10pm New Series!

Martin Freeman (Sherlock) and Daisy Haggard (Episodes) lead the cast as Paul and Ally, parents of young Luke and Ava . Together, Paul and Ally juggle their careers, finances and relationship, all while raising their kids and dealing with their own aging parents.

Good Girls: “Egg Roll” NBC, 10pm A desperate Beth does everything she can to stay alive while dealing with the unexpected challenges of being a boss, and she finds help in the least likely of places.

Bar Rescue Paramount Network, 10pm Season Premiere!

Bar Rescueis back for Season 7, beginning with the premiere episode “Sactown Going Down.” Jon Taffer and special guest T-Pain travel to historic Old Town Sacramento to help a bar owner haunted by the ghosts of his past.

Dispatches From Elsewhere AMC, 10:05pm New Series!

Unusual drama that follows a diverse foursome brought together by chance -or perhaps design -- as they embark on a journey of self-discovery that opens their eyes to a world of possibility and magic.

Monday, March 2 All American: “Stakes Is High” The CW, 8pm Spencer goes around Billy to get what he wants.

9-1-1: Lone Star: “Monster Inside” FOX, 8pm In the new episode “Monster Inside,” Owen , Michelle and their team race into action when a young family’s home is infested by rattlesnakes, and an old man with dementia needs to be rescued from a dangerous scene that he created.

The Voice: “The Blind Auditions, Part 3” NBC, 8pm Superstar coaches Kelly Clarkson, Nick Jonas, John Legend and Blake Shelton all vie to discover and coach the next singing phenomenon as the Blind Auditions continue.

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Tuesday, March 3 CBS News Election Special -- Super Tuesday: High Stakes CBS, 9pm Live CBS News presents this live special with the latest updates and analysis as the polls close and the Super Tuesday primary election results are reported.

Empire FOX, 9pm New Episodes!

Find out what happens to Lucious , Cookie (Taraji P. Henson), Hakeem (Bryshere Y. Gray), Andre and others as the Lyon family saga comes to an end.

Murder Comes Home: “He Made Me Do It” Investigation Discovery, 9pm Season Finale!

Did an unsuspecting Lila open her door to a monster?

Master Distiller Discovery Channel, 10pm New Series!

Mark, Digger and Tim of Discovery’s Moonshiners(a new episode of which airs right before this series premiere) judge this competition that pits America’s top legal and outlaw distillers against one another in the ultimate booze-making battle.

Reasonable Doubt Investigation Discovery, 10pm Season Premiere!

Retired homicide detective Chris

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Manifest: “Carry On” NBC, 10pm In the wake of a devastating tragedy, Ben tries to connect with a despondent Olive .

Dispatches From Elsewhere: “Simone” AMC, 10:15pm Series creator and star Jason Segel told us that he wanted each episode to be from the point of view -- stylistically -- of the character.

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Spring Hill Farmers Market WHEN: Saturdays 10AM- 3PM WHERE: 3021 Commercial Way; Spring Hill, Florida 34606 Description: We are an outdoor market featuring local small businesses. We have over 45 vendors every week. Beasley Farms, Everlast orchids, Yalahala Bakery, Better Baked Goods, Come Unity Garden, Growin’ Crazy Acres, Healthy Green CBD oil, Avon, Amish Food, Moringa, Hurds Bagels, Eden’s Nectar and so many more local, talented vendors.

Introduction to Traditional Fiddling WHEN: 10am – 12pm WHERE:Dade Battlefield Historic State Park 7200 Co Rd 603, Bushnell, FL 33513, USA DESCRIPTION: Join our guest Suzuki instructor, Ruth Brown, who will instruct participants how to play traditional tunes on a fiddle.

Fiddles will be provided to borrow or bring your own. Pre-registration is required. Cost is $3/vehicle or Annual Florida State Park Pass.

CONTACT: kristin.n.wood@FloridaDEP.gov

Brooksville Farmers’ Market WHEN: Every Sunday, 9am-3pm, WHERE: 615 Old Hospital Drive, Brooksville, FL 34601.

Description: st Sunday, Yoga at the Market; fourth Sunday, Hernando County Extension education series. Live music every weekend, kids games, local produce, arts, crafts, “Fresh Access Bucks” SNAP matching program provides up to $40 matched for EBT users each day they use their card at the Market. Details at www.

HernandoGrowers.org or www.Facebook.com/HernandoGrowers, 352-584-5773.

Wonderful Water - Kid’s Event WHEN: 10am – 12pm WHERE:Chinsegut Conservation Center 23212 Lake Lindsey Rd, Brooksville, Florida 34601 DESCRIPTION: Bring the kids to this educational program! They will learn about the water cycle and take a walk to May’s Prairie to explore a native wetland. Wear shoes and clothes suitable for exploring in the woods, water and insect repellent. The walk to the wetland and back is 2 miles.

Airport Farmers Flea Market Where:17375 Spring Hill Dr. Brooksville,FL.34604 When: Saturday’s & Sunday’s Time of Event: 8 am - 3 pm Description of Event: We are a 19 acre outdoor and Indoor Flea Market. With over 300 Vendors a Week. The Main Street Bakery, Lei-Lo Tiki Hut, J & R Graphics, Lock Load Conceal LLC, KNK Golf Cars & Hanks Golf Carts, AVON, Remus & Dorina’s Produce, Local Honey, Petting Farm & More. Free Admission & Well Behaved Pets are Welcomed.

Multiple Dates 2020 Florida Strawberry Festival WHEN: February 27, 2020, 10:00am – March 8, 2020, 10:00pm WHERE: 2209 W Oak Ave, Plant City, FL 33563, USA DESCRIPTION: The Florida Strawberry Festival is an 11-day community event celebrating the strawberry harvest of Eastern Hillsborough County. Each year, over 500,000 visitors enjoy the festival headline entertainment, youth livestock shows, exhibits of commerce and, of course, it’s strawberry shortcake. The 2020 Florida Strawberry Festival will take place February 27 - March 8 at 2209 W. Oak Avenue in Plant City, Fla. For more information, visitwww.flstrawberryfestival.com, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (#berryfest20).

Kick Off to an Art-Full Year Showcase WHEN: 6 – 8pm WHERE:WellCome OM Integral Healing & Education Center 4242 Lake in the Woods Drive, Spring Hill, Florida 34607 DESCRIPTION: Tickets are free, but help us plan seating. Please follow this link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kick-off-to-anart-full-year-tickets-90170543523 Ghost Tours WHEN: 8 – 10pm WHERE: May-Stringer Historical Museum, 601 Museum Court, Brooksville 34601 DESCRIPTION: Legend has it that the 151-year old former residence of pioneer Frank Saxon is still inhabited by some of its residents, including three-year old Jessie May Saxon. Hand-held cameras and recording devices are allowed. Tour is by reservation only, $20.00 per person (cash only).

Contact: To make a reservation, or for information, call 352-556-9571. www.hernandohistoricalmuseumassoc.com.

Sat. Feb. 29

Disability Awareness Walk and Roll and Family Fun Run. WHEN: 8am – 12pm WHERE:West Hernando Middle School, 14325 Ken Austin Parkway.

DESCRIPTION: 8th AnnualWalk & Roll 5K FamilyFun Run will take place8 a.m. to noon Feb. 29 atWest Hernando MiddleSchool, 14325 Hernando County Parks & Recreation’s 16th Annual Father Ken AustinParkway. The event willinclude a Competitive 5K Race and Daughter Dance.

1 Mile FamilyFun Run.The event will kick-offSaturday, Feb. 29, witha WHEN: February 28, 2020, 7:00pm – February 29, 2020, 10:00pm 7 AM registration. Arace warm-up sessionwill follow at 8:15 AM,with WHERE: Christian Church in the Wildwood 10051 Country Rd, Weeki the Competitive 5KRace to start at 8:30 AM.Then at 9:30 AM, a 1Mile Wachee, FL 34613, USA Family Fun Run will commence.

DESCRIPTION: Plan to make special memories with your daughter(s) by attending one or both nights scheduled for Friday, Homeowner Vegetable Gardening 201- Beyond The Basics February 28 from 7 to 10 p.m. and Saturday, February 29 from 1 to WHEN: 9am – 1:30pm 4 p.m. (family dance) or from 7 to 10 p.m. at Christian Church in the WHERE:University of Florida/IFAS Extension at Hernando County Wildwood located at 10050 Country Road in Weeki Wachee.

16110 Aviation Loop, Brooksville, Florida 34604 DESCRIPTION: Advanced vegetable gardening class for 2020 Sunwest Crab & Shrimp Festival homeowners who have already mastered the basics. Presentations WHEN: THURS. FEB. 28 - SUN March 1 from University experts and more! This is the advanced version of our WHERE:SunWest Park 17362 Old Dixie Hwy, Hudson, Florida 34667 popular Vegetable Gardening 101 Workshop.

DESCRIPTION: No need to get crabby, because the Crab & Shrimp Festival returns to Sunwest Park, Feb 28th-Mar 1st. This event 2nd Annual HERNANDO HOME & GARDEN SHOW!! features two days and three nights of rockin’ live bands, beautiful WHEN: 10am – 3pm beachfront sceneries, and Florida’s most excellent seafood.

WHERE:Sand Hill Scout Reservation 11210 Cortez Blvd, Brooksville, The Sunwest Crab & Shrimp Festival is bringing the funk on Friday Florida 34613 night with The Black Honkeys, and on Saturday, Matchbox 2.0 / a DESCRIPTION: Hosted by Greater Hernando County Chamber of Matchbox 20 and Hootie & the Blowfish tribute will perform. Other Commerce Hernando County’s LARGEST Home & Garden Show!! event features on Saturday and Sunday include the Master of the Vendors for all your home and garden needs will be present!!

Chainsaw carving show, a beachside cornhole tournament, crab Builders, Cabinets, Furniture, Garden, & More races, a crab claw eating contest, beachside games, local crafters, and more.

Grand Opening of the Florida Mermaid Trail Entry is $5 cash only at the gate each day, or you can pre-purchase WHEN:10am – 2pm an all-weekend pass for $8 online. Event entry does not include WHERE: Brooksville Main Street parking fees. Event proceeds support The Stano Foundation and DESCRIPTION: Live mermaids and live music will provide your sendHudson Elementary. off as you explore the Florida Mermaid Trail in Brooksville. We’re Band Line-up: Friday 6 pm The Black Honkeys also holding a Best Mermaid Contest for both people and animals at Saturday 10:30am Home Cookin’ / 1pm Fast 4Ward / 4pm 10:15. Don’t miss it!

Soundhammer / 6:30pm Matchbox 2.0 a Matchbox 20 and Hootie & What is The Florida Mermaid Trail? the Blowfish Tribute The Florida Mermaid Trail includes two routes (1.1 mile and 2.2 mile) Sunday 10:30 am / 12:30 pm Bickley Island Chill / 2:30 pm Scott that include Main St., Liberty St., Brooksville Ave., Good Neighbor Jordan, The World’s #1 Justin Timberlake Tribute Artist Trail, Jefferson St., Saxon Ave., Broad St., and Ft. Dade Ave. Walkers will search for 20 bronze statues mounted on buildings along the trail.

Monty Python’s SPAMALOT We anticipate lots of selfies, Instagram posts, and #flmermaidtrail WHEN: March 5, 2020, 7:30pm – March 7, 2020, 10:00pm hash-tagging! Keep up to date with the latest by following our WHERE:Stage West Playhouse 8390 Forest Oaks Blvd, Spring Hill, Brooksville Main Street Facebook page, and visiting our website FL 34606, USA www.HistoricDowntownBrooksville.com DESCRIPTION: Join King Arthur, and his Knghts (Lancelot, Galahad, Bedevere and Robin) as they meet up with the Lady of the Lake, The 5TH ANNUAL NATURE COAST ART SHOW INVITATION Nights who say Ni, the Trojan Rabbit, and the shrubbery. Skewering WHEN: SAT. 4:30 – 8pm, Sun. March 1 10am – 5pm Arthurian legend as only Monty Python can.

WHERE:Temple Beth David 13158 Antelope St., Spring Hill, Florida 34609 Friday, February 28 DESCRIPTION: A free indoor event to feature local artists and fine craftsmen to our community. Reception to meet the artists on Beginning Birding Saturday evening and a full day show on Sunday.

WHEN: 8 – 11am WHERE:Chinsegut Conservation Center, 23212 Lake Lindsey Road, HERNANDO YOUTH ORCHESTRA Brooksville.

WHEN: 3:30 – 5pm DESCRIPTION: Learn to identify birds at feeders and during a short WHERE:Heather Community Center, 9100 Nakoma Way, Weeki walk. There will be binoculars and bird books available for use. For Wachee. information, text Linda at 352-428-2629 or email lindalark85@gmail. DESCRIPTION: Kids (ages 6-21): Want to play classical music,

TV BEST BETS Anderson and criminal defense attorney Fatima Silva are back for a third season of this series that profiles the gutwrenching process of re-exploring murder cases where the people convicted of the crime maintain their innocence.

Miracle Workers: Dark Ages: “Music Festival” TBS, 10:30pm In another comedic look back at medieval times, Prince Chauncley deals with a temperamental rock star (guest star Fred Armisen).

Wednesday, March 4 Volcano Live! With Nik Wallenda ABC, 8pm Live In this two-hour live special, highwire daredevil Nik Wallenda embarks on another incredible feat, which may be his most dangerous yet -- a daring 1,800-foot-long wire-walk over Nicaragua’s active Masaya Volcano.

The Masked Singer: “Friends in High Places: Group B Championships” FOX, 8pm Season 1 champion T-Pain is a guest judge as Group B singers vie for a spot among the final nine in the new episode “Friends in High Places: Group B Championships.”

Chicago Med: “Who Should Be the Judge” NBC, 8pm The escape of a convicted murderer hits close to home when several members of the team find themselves in danger.

SEAL Team: “Fog of War” CBS, 9pm After a mission failure, Bravo Team conducts a high-stakes review to identify who’s responsible for a possible careerending mistake in the new episode “Fog of War.” Nancy Drew: “The Terror of Horseshoe Bay” The CW, 9pm With time running out before Carson’s evidentiary hearing, Nancy turns to supernatural sources in a last-ditch effort to find clues to exonerate her father.

LEGO Masters: “Mega City Block” FOX, 9pm The remaining contestants are given the challenge of making city blocks, which will be brought together as a huge city at the end of the new episode “Mega City Block.”

Chicago Fire: “The Tendency of a Drowning Victim” NBC, 9pm Boden is on edge after starting a new fad diet.

Twenties BET, 10pm New Series!

Lena Waithe created and executive produces this comedy that centers around screenwriter Hattie (Jonica T. Gibbs) and her girlfriends Marie and Nia as they pursue their dreams and look for love while testing the limits of “diversity, equity and inclusion” in Los Angeles.

S.W.A.T.: “Animus” CBS, 10pm The SWAT team searches for a link between the seemingly unconnected victims of a lone gunman targeting women in the new episode “Animus.”

The Deed: Chicago CNBC, 10pm Season Premiere!

Real estate mogul Sean Conlon is back for a second season of helping struggling property developers from the brink of financial ruin in exchange for a piece of the property and a share of the profits.

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Food Network, 10pm New Series!

Sixteen of the greatest chefs in the world come together for the most intense culinary competition ever held --a single-elimination, sudden-death bracket tournament. The emotions will run high as the gladiators face off in head-to-head battles, and as the pressure mounts, shocking surprises unfold both inside and outside the arena.

Dave FXX, 10pm New Series!

Dave is a neurotic man in his late 20s who has convinced himself that he’s destined to be one of the best rappers of all time.

Chicago P.D.: “Intimate Violence” NBC, 10pm An armed robbery case quickly turns into a homicide investigation.

Thursday, March 5 Castlevania Netflix Season Premiere!

The animated series based on the video game returns for Season 3, and Netflix has promised “more mystery, murder, mayhem and vampires than ever.”

TCM Remembers Kirk Douglas TCM, beginning at 6am The day begins with Douglas’ film debut in The Strange Love of Martha Ivers(1946), and also includes Out of the Past (1947),Young Man With a Horn(1950), Lust for Life(1956), Paths of Glory(1957), Spartacus (1960) and more.

Last Man Standing: “Student Doubt” FOX, 8pm Mandy worries about Kyle passing his first college exam in the new episode “Student Doubt.”

The Unicorn: “Caroline, No” CBS, 8:30pm Wade analyzes his feelings about his casual relationship with Caroline (returning guest star Betsy Brandt) in the new episode “Caroline, No.” Outmatched: “Failing” FOX, 8:30pm In the new episode “Failing,” Mike and Kay devise a plan to teach Nicole about failure so she is equipped to handle it later in life.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine: “Trying” NBC, 8:30pm Jake and Amy work an uncrackable case while Holt adjusts to a new beat and Hitchcock looks for the love of his life.

Mom: “Beef Baloney Dan and the Hot Zone” CBS, 9pm Bonnie suspects that Adam’s sponsor (guest star Courtney Thorne-Smith) has an ulterior motive in the new episode “Beef Baloney Dan and the Hot Zone.”

Deputy: “10-8 School Ties” FOX, 9pm In the new episode “10-8 School Ties,” Cade and Teresa struggle to deal with an unforeseen situation with their foster children.

Flipping 101 With Tarek El Moussa HGTV, 9pm New Series!

Flip or Flop’s Tarek El Moussa mentors first-time flippers, helping them navigate costly mistakes as they race to get a renovated property on the market.

Will & Grace: “Filthy Phil, Part II” NBC, 9pm Will and Grace become convinced Karen is in danger when her new boyfriend, Phil (guest star Joel McHale), takes her to a cabin in the woods.

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Need low-cost lessons? Check us out! HYO loans violins, cellos, trombones, and clarinets to our young musicians…and we give low-cost violin and guitar lessons, too! If you already know how to play—even better! Join us; we want you. Rehearsals: Sundays 3:30-5:00. Check us out: www. hernandoyouthorchestra.org Monday, March 2 Free Outdoor Boot Camp WHEN: 5:30 – 6:30pm WHERE:Veteran’s Park 12254 Spring Hill Dr.| Spring Hill DESCRIPTION: YOU’RE STRONGER THAN YOU THINKOUTDOOR BOOTCAMP. For any additional questions, please contact 352-688-9622.This class is hosted by the Y and is FREE and OPEN to the public!!

Tues. March 3 Save the Monarchs WHEN: 10 – 11am WHERE:University of Florida/IFAS Extension at Hernando County 16110 Aviation Loop, Brooksville, Florida 34604 Tuesday, March 3 Wednesday, March 4 Hernando Audubon Birding Trip to Honeymoon Island State Park (Pinellas County) WHEN: 6:15 – 11:30am WHERE: To carpool, meet at 6:15 a.m. at Publix on the east side of US-19, just south of Spring Hill Drive, or meet at 7:15 a.m. (until 11:30 a.m.) in Dunedin on the Curlew Road (SR-586) causeway at the pull-off on the south side before the draw bridge DESCRIPTION: Hernando Audubon Birding Trip to Honeymoon Island State Park (Pinellas County): Wednesday, March 4. We expect to see waders, shorebirds, gulls, and terns, and perhaps a Bald Eagle nest. Park fee: $4 for a lone driver or $8 for 2-8 people. For more information: call Bev, 352-686-0460 or bevalhansen@gmail. com.

Mar, Thu 5 Women in Leadership Summit 2020 WHEN: 8:30am – 4:30pm WHERE:Silverthorn Country Club 4550 Golf Club Ln #0303, Spring HIll DESCRIPTION: Join us for a dynamic workshop with area leaders in business!! Keynote Speaker: FAWN GERMER Best-selling author of 9 books including the Oprah Book, Hard Won Wisdom. Fawn is ranked 19th on the prestigious Global Gurus List of the Best Leadership Speakers Worldwide Visit her website - fawngermer.com Contact Information: Lisa Callea, (352) 593-9979 Fees/Admission: $60.00 per person Includes continental breakfast and lunch March 7 Brookridge Social Dance on March 7th from 7pm to 10pm will host it’s St. Patrick’s Day Dance “Looking for the Gold” with Johnny Lobo performing at 8150 Hampton St, Brooksville. Dance music from the 50’s to 80’s. Casual Dress, BYOB and snacks – Coffee and Ice provided. $7 per person, tables of up to 10 – bring your friends, phone Val at 352-616-0242 and reserve your spot. Join us, dance, meet new friends and have some fun. Ask Val about Season Tickets for the 2020 dances. Discounted pricing available for snowbirds.

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Save My Skin TLC, 9pm New Series!

TLC gave us a sneak peek of its latest series last month, but tonight marks the show’s move to its regular time slot.

Indebted: “Everybody’s Talking About the Tooth Fairy” NBC, 9:30pm Dave and Rebecca are worried that with grandparents living in the house, their kids are too spoiled.

A Million Little Things: “change of plans” ABC, 10pm Eddie’s sister comes to town and causes tension with the family, and Katherine speaks her mind at work.

Tommy: “To Take a Hostage” CBS, 10pm In the new episode “To Take a Hostage,” Tommy has to delegate authority to defuse a hostage situation.

Vegas Chef Prizefight Food Network, 10pm New Series!

Who will be America’s next great chef?

Host Anne Burrell welcomes eight rising stars in the culinary world to Las Vegas, where they compete in a series of brutal challenges in front of judges Scott Conant and Caesars Entertainment’s Eileen Moore.

Better Things FX, 10pm Season Premiere!

The adventures of single mom and working actor Sam Fox and her three daughters in Los Angeles continue with a two-episode Season 4 premiere.

Cake FXX, 10pm Season Premiere!

FXX’sCake, the half-hour weekly showcase featuring both live-action and animated comedy programs, returns for Season 2 with back-to-back episodes tonight.

My Murder Story Investigation Discovery, 10pm New Series!

This series follows the intimate and lifechanging journeys of motivated family members and dedicated detectives who have been left to pick up the scattered pieces that remain after the shock of a homicide.

Friday, March 6 Spenser Confidential Netflix Original Film!

Mark Wahlberg stars in this action/ comedy as Spenser, an ex-cop better known for making trouble than solving it.

MacGyver: “Soccer + Desi + Merchant + Titan” CBS, 8pm Desi goes undercover to infiltrate a soccer team and find the corrupt player working with the shadow organization Codex in the new episode “Soccer + Desi + Merchant + Titan.”

The Most Dangerous Animal of All FX, 8pm New Miniseries!

Based on The New York Timesbestselling book of the same name, The Most Dangerous Animal of Allis a four-part documentary series that explores one man’s search for the father who abandoned him, only to uncover the worst: He believes his father is the Zodiac Killer, one of the most infamous serial killers in American history.

Lincoln Rhyme: Hunt for the Bone Collector: “Original Sin” NBC, 8pm When a politician’s teenage daughter is kidnapped for ransom, Lincoln , Amelia

and the team race against time to rescue her before the unthinkable happens.

Beach Party TCM, beginning at 8pm You may not be heading off on spring break this month, but you can still hit the seashore with this evening of classic Annette Funicello and Frankie Avalon “beach” films.

The Trade Showtime, 9pm Season Premiere!

The docuseries returns for a second season, this time spotlighting human smuggling and trafficking and following Central American migrants trying to get to the United States.

Blue Bloods: “Vested Interests” CBS, 10pm Guest Star Alert!

In the new episode “Vested Interests,” Frank debates whether to aid and protect an old friend, Chuck Kennedy (guest star Ed Asner), whose home was invaded.

Saturday, March 7 NASCAR Xfinity Series: Xfinity Series 200 FS1, 4pm Live Daniel Hemric, Chase Briscoe, Josh Bilicki and other young drivers compete in the NASCAR Xfinity Series 200 today at Phoenix Raceway.

My Nightmare Landlord Lifetime, 8pm Original Film!

Lydia moves into a new apartment after breaking up with her long-term boyfriend, finding herself more and more isolated as her apartment manager becomes obsessed with her.

NBA Basketball: Philadelphia at Golden State ABC, 8:30pm Live Joel Embiid’s Philadelphia 76ers are in San Francisco for an NBA Saturday Primetimematchup against Andrew Wiggins and the Golden State Warriors.

Seven Worlds, One Planet: “The Making of Seven Worlds, One Planet” BBC America, 9pm This special episode goes behind the scenes to reveal the many challenges the filmmakers faced in the making of Seven Worlds, One Planet.

Critter Fixers: Country Vets Nat Geo Wild, 10pm New Series!

Dr. Hodges and Dr. Ferguson are two lifelong friends who own and operate Critter Fixer Veterinary Hospital about 100 miles south of Atlanta.

Saturday Night Live: “Daniel Craig/The Weeknd” NBC, 11:30pm Live Daniel Craig, who returns as James Bond in the April 10 theatrical release No Time to Die, is also back for his second stint as SNL host tonight.

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Downhill (R) 85 minutes 12:45, 4:30

Little Women (PG) 135 minutes 12:15 PM

Gretel & Hansel (PG-13) 87 minutes 7:30, 10:15

Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker (PG-13) 142 minutes 3:05, 6:35

The Gentlemen (R) 113 minutes 10:05 PM The Turning (PG-13) 94 minutes 1:00, 4:15, 7:15, 9:55 Bad Boys For Life (R) 123 minutes 12:45, 3:45, 7:00, 10:15 Dolittle (PG) 101 minutes 1:00, 4:00, 7:15, 9:45 1917 (R) 119 minutes 12:30, 3:45, 6:45, 9:55

Jumanji: The Next Level (PG-13) 123 minutes 12:30, 4:00, 7:00, 10:05 Knives Out (PG-13) 130 minutes 12:00, 10:05 Frozen II (PG) 104 minutes 3:30 PM Parasite (R) 133 minutes 6:30 PM

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For now, I’ll share with you a bit about myself that not many of you know. I don’t only hunt. I own a small farm here in our county and an equally small ranch in Wyoming I get to visit from time to time and although I don’t ride, I’ve always kept horses. Winston Churchill, famously stated that, “The outside of a horse, is good for the inside of a man,” and I do believe that very thing myself.

Whenever I begin to feel stressed and can’t get out to the woods, I can always wander out by the paddock and watch a horse. They make me happy.

Often I'll resort to poetry as an exercise to kind of jump start my mind for work. Tonight, I began thinking about an old mare I was mighty fond of. I'd had her many years and there wasn't a task put before her she couldn't do. Trail rides, obstacle courses, barrels, poles, penning, herding even sorting cows. She was an all around ranch horse. Well, I got to thinking of her tonight as it’s the anniversary of the Winter day I had to finally put the old girl down, and this piece just sort of grew from it. I hope that you don’t mind that I share it with you here.

Hard Goodbye When Father Time caught up to the old Mare, the grass was thin and brown. She’d grown so thin, her gait was pained, it was time I put her down.

It’s not a chore I’d dare farm out, for she had meant too much you see? Just the thought of what I had to do ripped the heart right out of me.

She surely knew my sadness, since my eyes were soaking wet. But, we’d never shied from a job together, I couldn’t pass this one to a vet.

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tennis coaching team, Tim and Kristine Brown combined, have over twenty years of coaching experience.

Tim has been the boys tennis coach for 15 years and Kristine Brown has coached the girls for six years. They took the time to respond to some questions via email.

What are you doing to prep your team for the season?

Tim: Coaching involves constant assessment, re-evaluation, and planning. I focus on putting my players into match situations and assimilating their responses and redesigning new ones.

Strategy and construction of points dictates the outcome of most matches. Educating players on the necessity of having the mental toughness to see a plan through. We work on this daily, but also work on how to keep it fun and productive.

Kristine: We work on serves, anticipating where the ball is going, doubles strategies, match strategies, and finishing a point. We also work on forehands, backhands, cross-court shots, volleys, and overheads through feeds and drills.

What do you, as a coach, bring to the program?

Tim: Consistency.

I feel as a coach to achieve results you must be consistent. Practice has seamless transitions. Players should be gaining skills or knowledge throughout every practice. I push myself as much as I push my players. The program’s results speak for themselves.

Kristine: I bring the experience of playing tennis, since the 5th grade. I played tennis on my high school team at Tarpon Springs High School. I try to instill in my players a sense of always trying their best and ensure they are having fun as well. I want my players to always give 100% effort and be a team player. NCT Girls have been district champions for the 2017, 2018, & 2019 seasons.

NCT Girls went to the States during the 2017 and 2018 seasons. The girls are hoping to make it a four-peat as District Champions this season.

With hard work and dedication, I think the girls can have a successful 2020 season.

On Thursday, Feb. 20th, Springstead boy and girls competed in a match against Central.

Kim Palmer has been coaching girls tennis

Springstead’s girls’ tennis coach Kim Palmer talks to her players before their match against Central. Photo by Alice Mary Herden

in the eye. No words needed pass between us, I’m sure she knew this was goodbye.

She leaned her head into me as if she didn’t want to see me cry. I can’t say she knew for sure, but in my heart, she knew just why.

I guess I wasn’t quite ready and when she fell I surely sobbed. I rubbed her nose and sang a hymn, and prayed aloud to God. I reckon in time when it comes my turn, I’ll see that sweet gal saddled up. Waiting on the banks

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During the opening of the 2020 season Chris Colon of Weeki Wachee prepares to strike the ball to opposer Evan Williams of Nature Coast on Feb 11 at Weeki Wachee. Photo by Betty Kolar

for five years at Springstead. She starts the 2020 season with a full roster of 18 girls.

“We are working on technical skills and becoming an Eagle team,” Kim said. “I am a coach that believes in matchplay.”

Match-play helps players perform under pressure. Sometimes a player can practice well but is not able to match that level of play under pressure. Match play enables the players to get used to the intensity of competition.

Kim who is a member of the USTA (United States Tennis Association) stated, “We are trying to bring everything that’s good about college and pro tennis to the high school level. There is an athlete in every one of us, and tennis is a sport you can play all your life, and once you get the basics down, there is not much to it.”

Kevin Palmer, currently in his third year coaching boys tennis, has twenty years of experience in the field.

“Our expectations is to try to win the districts and G8 conference,” Kevin Palmer said. “We have been training hard and getting the kids involved in outside tournaments as well. Trying to push their level a little bit higher than what they are used to.”

Kevin Palmer continued, “You got to be there every day and willing to put the time in with the kids at school and after school.

We are trying to combine our best girls and boys at practice together so they can work well.

Trying to create enthusiasm for the sport to get new and fresh players.

As a coach, we are continuing to motivate and put these kids in stressful situations where they need to learn how to respond and play through that.”

Central boys coach Bethann Brooks is in her second year of coaching boys tennis.

of Jordan, for my boot to find her stirrup.

As always, I’d surely love to hear from you if you have any feedback or maybe a story of your own you’d like to share, at Toby@HernandoSun.com. God bless and good hunting!

Toby's friend Tiffany riding the old mare Tickles, on a barrel pattern.

Players from Springstead’s boys’ tennis team practice before their match against Central. Photo by Alice Mary Herden

With four players on her roster that allows her to be directly attentive.

“My main (goal) is to get them where they are competitive, where they are building their confidence,” Brooks said.

“To make sure that they are working hard and

they’re there for their whole team.”

Tennis season is now in full swing for the 2020 Spring season.

Springstead’s boys’ tennis coach Kevin Palmer and Central boys’ coach Bethann Brooks assigns players to the courts during the dual girls-boys tennis match on Feb. 20 at Deltona Park in Spring Hill. Photo by Alice Mary Herden

Caleb Gunn of Hernando Christian Academy receives a few pointers from Coach Scott Dedmon during a tennis match against Nature Coast Technical at McKethan Park Brooksville on February 10th. Photo by Betty Kolar

HCA Jacob Dedman prepares to send the ball to NCT opponent Logan Callori during the Feb 10th tennis match at McKethan Park Brooksville.

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Free Agent Targets for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

BY ANDY VILLAMARZO HERNANDO SUN SPORTS WRITER

TAMPA — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are now on the cusp of the franchise and transition tagging period set by the NFL and NFLPA but in the meantime have some free agent targets they’re taking a close look at.

From potentially upgrading at the quarterback position to beefing up the defensive side of the ball, the Buccaneers are keeping many of their options on the table this spring.

The biggest question obviously surrounds the quarterback position with Jameis Winston. Everyone is waiting to see if Tampa Bay brings Winston back on a short term deal or let’s him walk.

A lot of players are ones of interest for the Buccaneers as they head into the free agency period and there’s many names circulating around the NFL on who may make their way to Tampa Bay. Below we list some names to watch for in free agency and speculated trades.

Tom Brady, quarterback: Who wouldn’t want to add Tom Brady onto their team? The prize jewel of this year’s free agent class is shopping around his worth and the Buccaneers would check off a lot of boxes when it comes to things Brady wants. Top flight wide receivers and good tight ends, Tampa Bay has plenty of. Brady in pewter and red sounds extremely enticing.

Phillip Rivers, quarterback: Phillip Rivers moving his family down to Florida this off-season was the story heard round the area in Tampa Bay, as it brought more speculation that the longtime Los Angeles Chargers’ signal caller could become a Buccaneer. A lot of signs point to, however, that Rivers could become an Indianapolis Colt.

Teddy Bridgewater, quarterback: With Drew Brees announcing his intentions to return in 2020, that leaves a logjam at the quarterback position in New Orleans. Taysom Hill seems to be the heir apparent to Brees, leaving Bridgewater as the odd man out. Bridgewater to Tampa Bay brings familiarity with the division and a safer pick when it comes to taking care of the football compared to Winston.

Darius Slay, cornerback: Tampa Bay’s secondary was young and that’s putting it into nice terms. The Buccaneers’ secondary was one of the youngest units in the NFL, with most of the players having two seasons or less of experience. Bringing in a veteran that can help this youthful group grow would be a nice addition and former Detroit Lions’ cornerback Darius Slay is a name to watch for on the trade block.

Jack Conklin, offensive tackle: The Tennessee Titans were able to run the ball and effectively behind one of the top offensive lines in the NFL. Conklin was on that offensive line and Tampa Bay needs better offensive tackle play. The aging Demar Dotson is a name to watch on the block as one starter that could be replaced via draft or free agency.

Andy Villamarzo Phone727.946.5950 Email- andyvillamarzo@gmail.com Twitter- @ avillamarzo

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Hernando Christian's season ends at region final

BY ANDY VILLAMARZO HERNANDO SUN SPORTS REPORTER PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALICE MARY HERDEN

BROOKSVILLE — Back to back seasons for a girl’s high school basketball team within Hernando County saw a program reaching the region final.

With Weeki Wachee reaching the state semifinals last year at this time, it was Hernando Christian’s turn to try and make a run to Lakeland and the state championship tournament. Despite the Lions’ best efforts to match what the Hornets did in 2019, Hernando Christian fell a little short.

The Lions (25-2) were ousted in the region final against Keswick Christian on the road, as Hernando Christian fell 51-10. With the loss, Hernando Christian ends one of the program’s best seasons in program history. Hernando Christian was down 40-6 by halftime in the route, ending its season with a record of 25-2.

It was a step up from last season for Hernando Christian, who went 22-4 last season and their campaign ended in the region semifinals against district rival Bayshore Christian 57-36. The Lions finished the 2018-2019 season as the district runner-ups to Bayshore Christian. Mike Drummond’s first season as the Lions head coach was back in 2010-2011 and the team went 3-10. Since then, Drummond has guided the Lions to five straight seasons of 15-plus wins.

Hernando Christian’s only other loss on the season game against Bishop McLaughlin in a 56-42 loss. Other than that, the Lions were able to rip off 25 victories before running up against the juggernaut Keswick Christian club in St. Petersburg. The Lions did pick up two playoff victories over

Bayshore Christian and First Baptist Academy.

This Hernando Christian squad should be able to make it back to the postseason next year, as the Lions do return several key players from this breakthrough campaign. The most important piece of all the returners is junior Esther Jackson, who averaged a team-high 16.5 points per game. Freshman Lydia Jackson came onto the scene and played well for the Lions, averaging 6.4 points a game.

Drummond and his program should be a team on the rise heading into the 2020-2021 season, with the team returning a couple key players back to the lineup. The Lions should be the favorite once again to win Class 2A, District 5. As they prep for the off-season, Hernando Christian has every reason to keep their heads up for their accomplishments they were able to pull off this past year.

Hernando Christian Academy girls basketball coach Mike Drummond on the courtside during the 2A Girls Basketball State Championships Regional quarter-finals on Thursday, February 13.

Andy Villamarzo can be reached at andyvillamarzo@ gmail.com and follow him on Twitter @avillamarzo.

Lions freshman Lydia Jackson attempts a free throw during the 2A Girls Basketball State Championships Regional quarter-finals on Thursday, February 13.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers considering 2-year deal for Jameis Winston

BY ANDY VILLAMARZO HERNANDO SUN SPORTS REPORTER

TAMPA- With questions swirling everyday about the impending decision the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have to make about quarterback Jameis Winston, some news came in on Thursday that potentially gives a little more clarity to the situation.

ESPN’s Jenna Laine reported Thursday morning via Twitter that the Buccaneers are entertaining the idea of offering a 2-year deal to Winston. There is an option to join the team for the second season if Winston can improve from his 2019 campaign. During the first year of this deal Winston is guaranteed roughly $27-million and then based on how 2020 goes, has the potential to increase if he continues on to the second season.

In 2019, Winston became the first quarterback to throw 30 touchdowns and 30 interceptions in the same

season, as well as the first Buccaneers’ quarterback to ever throw for more than 5,000 yards in a campaign.

The decision to give Winston a short-term pact is up in the air, but there will be more options if Tampa Bay decides to move on from the former Florida State Star.

Reports have come in all throughout the off-season of potential replacements for Winston, including the likes of New Orleans Saints’ quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, New England’s Tom Brady, and former Los Angeles Chargers’ signal caller Phillip Rivers. Rivers has been heavily linked to Tampa Bay, as the former Charger and his family have moved down to Florida recently.

Options through free agency will be there for Tampa Bay, but the Buccaneers could also take a closer look at several of the college prospects that are going to be available in the 2020 NFL Draft in Las Vegas. Amongst

more likely for Tampa Bay, as the window of opportunity to win a Super Bowl with Bruce Arians as the head coach continues to close. Arians is currently 67 years old and signed a 4-year deal when he joined Tampa Bay last season. The former Arizona Cardinals’ lead man guided the Colts and the former to playoff appearances and plans to do the same in Tampa Bay. Can Arians make the Buccaneers a winner with Winston under center? That’s been the burning question every national news outlet has been asking. If Tampa Bay decides to bring Winston back, he will need to Tampa Bay Bucs quarterback Jameis Winston during his debut cut down on the turnovers season. Buccaneers at Redskins immensely or his time as a 10/25/15; Source:Flickr; Author: Buccaneer will most certainly Keith Allison be over.

Andy Villamarzo can be the list of quarterbacks stated reached at andyvillamarzo@ to be in the draft are LSU’s gmail.com and follow him on Joe Burrows, Oregon’s Justin Twitter @avillamarzo.

Herbert, and Alabama’s Tua Tagovialoa.

The decision to go with a veteran quarterback seems

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Brooksville FL 34601 7:00 2/28 SHS vs. Citrus High School Conference Game @ CHS 600 W Highland Blvd, Inverness FL 34462 3/2 HHS Varsity vs. SHS Conference Game @ SHS 3200 Mariner Blvd, Sping Hill FL 34609 7:00 3/3 CHS Varsity vs. WWHS Conference Game @ Home 7:00 3/3 SHS Varsity vs. HHS Conference Game @ Home 7:00 3/4 HHS Junior Varsity vs.NCTHS @ NCTHS 4057 California St., Brooksville FL 34613 5:00 3/4 SHS JV vs. Lecanto High School Double Header Conference Game @ LCS 3810 W Educational Path, Lecanto FL 34461 6:00 3/5 SHS JV vs. Pasco High School @ Home 5:15 Tennis 2/28 HHS Girls Varsity vs. Crystal River High School Conference Game @ Home 3:00 2/28 HHS Boys Varsity vs. Crystal River High School Conference Game @ CRHS 3195 Crystal River High Drive, Crystal River FL 34428 3:00 3/2 HHS Girls Varsity vs. Dunnellon High School @ DHS 10055 SW 180th Ave Rd, Dunnellon FL 34432 3:00 3/2 HHS Boys Varsity vs. Dunnellon High School @ Home 3:00 3/3 HHS Girls Varsity vs. WWHS Conference Game @ WWHS 12150 Vespa Way, Weeki Wachee FL 34614 3:00 3/3 HHS Boys Varsity vs. WWHS Conference Game @ Home 3:00 3/3 SHS Boys Varsity vs.Pasco High School @ PHS 36850 State Rd 52, Dade City FL 33525 3/5 NCTHS Girls Varsity vs. SHS Conference Game @ Delta Woods Park 3400 Deltona Blvd, Spring Hill FL 34606 3:30 3/5 HHS Boys Varsity vs. SHS Conference Game Away @ NCTHS 4057 California St, Spring Hill FL 34604 3:30 3/5 SHS Boys Varsity vs. NCTHS Nature Coast Conference Game @ NCTHS 4057 California St, Spring Hill FL 34604 3:30 Track 3/4 HHS Boys / Girls Varsity vs. River Ridge Invite @ RRHS 11646 Town Center Rd, New Port Richey FL 34654 3:00 3/5 SHS Boys / Girls Varsity Chargers Invitational @ Shorecrest Prep School 5101 1st St NE, St. Petersburg FL 33703 3:30 3/5 SHS Weightlifting 3/4 SHS Boys Varsity vs. Weeki Wachee/Hernando @ WWHS 12150 Vespa Way, Weeki Wachee FL 34614

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New IRA Tax Rules Sneak In

BY JOHN A. DOUGHERTY, CPA MBA REGISTERED INVESTMENT ADVISER In December, Washington politicians (Yes, both parties) sneaked in new IRA distribution rules.

In the past, required annual distributions for Individual Retirement Accounts began in the year that the IRA owner turned 70 ½ years of age.

The new rule changes that to age 72. That is, if you turn 70 ½ any time after December 31, 2019, you can now delay until the year you turn 72 to begin required minimum distributions.

Note that for Roth IRAs the rules have not changed: Original Roth account owners never have to do minimum withdrawals.

Also, as long as you have work income, there is no age cut-off for making additional IRA contributions. In the past, IRA contributions were never allowed after the year in which you turned 70 ½.

That’s all the good news. Now the not-so-good news.

In the past, if a child or other non-spouse inherits an IRA, the person inheriting could typically put those funds into a beneficiary IRA account and not pay tax on these funds except for very small required annual distributions over the rest of their remaining life expectancy, which, for a young heir, could be easily thirty or forty years. This delay in distributions reduced the tax burden for the heir and left most of the funds intact to continue to grow. This common strategy has been called the IRA stretch, because the new owner can stretch out the life of the inherited IRA. That’s the old rule. The new rule says that if you inherit an IRA following the death of its owner after 2019, you must withdraw—and pay tax—on these funds within 10 years of inheritance. This accelerated and earlier payout will flow more taxes into Uncle Sam’s coffers sooner.

The new 10-year max rule does not apply to the following beneficiary-heirs: 1) surviving spouses, 2) a minor child (but not grandchild) of the deceased, 3) a chronically-ill beneficiary, and 4) a beneficiary who is no more than 10 years younger than the deceased.

Got that?

So, in the past, many taxpayers would strategically leave their IRAs to grandchildren, thinking that the account could essentially stay intact for many years after the original owner’s death, and as such, become a retirement plan for the grandchild. That idea is now squashed.

As commentary, more and more rules like these are being tweaked that affect our taxes, but which get little publicity or notice—to the advantage of Washington bureaucrats. Even though delaying the new age for starting IRA distributions to age 72 sounds favorable, the offset of crippling the stretch strategy was very clever.

Building your dream team

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by Carl Hadden, SBDC

hen a business owner first opens shop, there is one thing he or she must remember – starting and operating a small business is a team sport. One of the biggest mistakes a business owner can make is attempting to do everything on their own.

You can’t do everything on your own –no one can.

From creating a business plan, to financing to bookkeeping, it’s all about understanding who needs to be on your team and then building the right team around you.

The five key players you need to fill out your first-round draft picks and the roles they play are: Attorney – A lawyer helps you with entity selection and getting your business set up legally. They will help you with any contracts, service agreements or any other legal obligations you need when starting your business Accountant/Bookkeeper – The accountant is there to make sure your taxes are paid and that your business is in good standing with the government when getting off the ground.

Banker – The banker is there for cash flow and capital needs for the business. This includes loans, lines of credit, and merchant accounts.

Insurance Agent – Your insurance agent is there to manage your risk and help identify areas where there may be a risk. They provide insurance solutions to mitigate the risk so that one mishap doesn't put you out of business.

SBDC Consultant – Acting as a quarterback, the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) consultant does the rest. They act as technical support in every other aspect and coordinates every avenue to help your business grow and succeed.

Many business owners who are just starting may worry whether they can afford to invest in this team when they are starting. Honestly, they cannot afford not to. A business owner must include any

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service fees in their original business plan. For example, every business needs a lawyer to help set up a business.

Even if they are not put on retainer for future use, a reliable, trustworthy lawyer is needed to make sure the language in the business articles, corporation and organization are legally sound.

Some new business owners may believe that they can file taxes and do all of their accounting in-house, and they can in the beginning when it’s at a basic level. However, once employees are hired and the business starts to grow, the owner soon realizes that they are responsible for payroll taxes, sales taxes, corporate withholdings and estimated payments. It’s going to get complicated quickly. It’s not only a timesaver to outsource these responsibilities to an accountant, but if a mistake is made, it could be a very expensive mistake. With the areas of omissions clause, the accountant will responsible for those mistakes, not the business owner.

Building this team will allow the owner to focus on the core competency of their business, instead of trying to juggle all of the areas of the business on their own. This way, you’re not spinning your wheels trying to do what your teammates should be doing. That doesn’t work on a basketball court, on a football field or a soccer field, and it won’t work in your business.

If you’re trying to do the other guy’s job then something else is being neglected and not getting done, and the business will not be successful.

Once you build your team, it is important to remain a team. This requires building strong relationships with your teammates. You should be on a first-name basis and have a direct way to contact every team member. Do not hire from a mystical 800 number that transfers you to some offshore call center for support. You need to have a local banker, lawyer and even a local insurance agent to cover you in all of these areas.

Because you need to find reliable, trustworthy and preferably local teammates, do not try to draft your team from a Google search. The person with the best SEO or the best Google AdWords strategy isn't always the best provider of professional services. They just happen to be the best marketer of those services.

Your quarterback – your SBDC consultant – is there to help connect you with team members that specifically meet your business’ needs.

The Small Business Resource Network (SBRN) is also a great resource for business service providers. Other sources can include your local chamber of commerce, and

never discount the advice of family and friends.

So instead of trying to juggle everything by yourself in the beginning, build your dream team first. Once everything is set in place, you can spend the rest of your time focusing on your business and making it stronger and fulfilling all of your clients' needs better.

Carl Hadden is an associate director and business consultant at the Florida SBDC at University of South Florida.

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by Sarah Nachin

cupations. Volunteers and peer mentors assisted the All of us have some kind students in choosing which activities they wanted to of special need. In most participate in and helped cases, the special need them in other ways, but it isn’t visible or obvious, was up to the students to nor does it limit us to any complete the tasks. great degree. In other Some folded towels into cases, the special need is swans and other shapes for visible, but that doesn’t a local hotel. Other tasks mean it has to define you included folding pizza or limit you. boxes for Papa Joes Italian On Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020 the Arc Nature Coast Restaurant and folding and bagging newspapers for held its annual Job-aThe Hernando Sun. Palooza for people with Alexis Giarratana, with special needs at its center Papa Joes, stated, “Our in Spring Hill. The event was sponsored by the Divi- restaurant gains a lot from sion of Vocational Rehabil- working with The Arc Naitation Florida Department ture Coast. They do a great job at working with people of Education and The Arc with varying disabilities of Florida. Hamburgers and hotdogs were provided and we gain the knowledge of just what they do and

by The Arc Nature Coast how we can help in that and grilled by volunteer situation.”

Ron Calub. Chick-fil-A For one, young man provided 100 chicken – Joseph – who worked sandwiches, as well, for on bagging groceries, the hungry participants.

Forty-two young people the event gave him an immediate job offer from ages 14-21 were able to Publix Supermarkets. He is get an idea of what jobs twenty-one years old and are available to people a student at Pasco Hernanwho may have some type do State College. Joseph of challenge. At Job-aeventually wants to get Palooza, students had the opportunity to try out tasks into Cyber Security.

Sixteen year-old Julia that are part of various oc-

Mercado wants to have her own hair and nail salon when she gets older.

She got to try her hand at applying color using hanks of artificial hair at the table set up by Allure Family Salon.

“My other dream is to help the homeless out with free haircuts and help people who can’t afford to do their nails and do low prices. I also want to give discounts for girls for proms, Quinceañera and Sweet Sixteen parties.

I want to get into Benes Beauty School one day.”

Natasha Beauty, owner of Allure Family Salon in Spring Hill, stated “Job-apalooza gave my company the opportunity to engage with the community and the satisfaction I received from putting smiles on the student’s faces.”

At the table manned by volunteers from the Hernando County YMCA, students learned how to disinfect toys properly.

Joanie Scarangella, the Membership Director for that organization, remarked, “Our YMCA loves to give back to the community. [At Job-a-Palooza] we

Peer mentor Janet Barreto, Alyssa "Coaches making a difference in student's life" Photo & caption by Heidi Michelle Munoz.

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war economy," reports the Women's History Museum.

"In movies, newspapers, posters, photographs and articles, the Rosie the Riveter campaign stressed the patriotic need for women to enter the workforce and Rosie encouraged women to apply for industrial jobs they may not have previously considered....And the strong, bandana-clad image of Rosie had come to symbolize the role that six million American women played in expanding the United States’ industrial production capacity after 1941."

In the mind of Teri Nichols, who leads the summit planning committee and is the license owner of Spherion Staffing Services in Brooksville, an Empower Sponsor of the summit, Rosie the Riveter

also stands as the ideal symbol for the Women in Leadership Summit.

"Rosie the Riveter is a symbol of women's leadership and empowerment," said Nichols. "She was an early sign of identity for women in WWII, as women moved into the workplace."

The image of Rosie the Riveter remains prevalent in today's popular culture, as everyone from Secretary of State and presidential frontrunner Hillary Clinton to pop singer Pink has dressed as Rosie in videos and promotional campaigns.

The summit also honors real-life historical heroines: the suffragettes who, exactly one century ago, fought for and won the right to vote.

"This is a particularly big event this year, considering that it has been 100 years since women won

the right to vote," Nichols said.

And prior to the day on August 18, 1920, when the 19th Amendment to the Constitution was ratified, finally "enfranchising all American women and declaring for the first time that they, like men, deserve all the rights and responsibilities of citizenship," (https://www.history.com/ topics/womens-history/thefight-for-womens-suffrage) there had passed another 100 years of struggle--a time during which women fought to have a voice in the world.

A pivotal turning point in this movement, in which activists of all colors and nationalities expressed their views through protests, essays and plays (including works written by novelist and playwright Elizabeth Robins), speeches and articles, was the 1848 Seneca Falls

Davien and his Mom - "Family" Photo & caption by Brandy Strickland Boice

get an opportunity to meet new people and help in any way we can. What this event does for all involved is a blessing in itself.”

For eighteen year-old Heidi Muñoz, her favorite activity was at The Hernando Sun’s table.

“I liked how they fold the newspapers in half and put them in the bags,” Heidi remarked.

She, along with Brandy Strickland-Boice, also volunteered to be photographers-for-a-day by taking pictures at the event and writing captions for the pictures. Heidi’s career goal is to get into Engineer Technology.

One of the mentors, Liz Mock, who is a Life Skills Coach at the Arc Nature Coast, remarked, “This

event helps our clients become more independent.

Their disability, or whatever they’ve been told they have, isn’t going to hold them back. We’re teaching them that they don’t have to depend on somebody else.”

From left to right: Julia, Davien, Ajohntasia, Selina, Dakotah-Rae Chanthachoumpha (Allure Hair Salon employee)

Convention, organized by movement luminaries such as Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Lucretia Mott. It was this convention that produced the Declaration of Sentiments, which stated in no uncertain terms that "all men and women are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain inalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” (https://www.history.com/ topics/womens-history/ the-fight-for-womens-suffrage) Yet it would take far more than a declaration to secure this right, as activists converged for tumultuous protests in which they were shouted down, arrested, and physically and sexually abused.

"The battle for suffrage was fought to recognize the personhood of women.

Every human being has a

part to play," said Natalie Kahler, executive director of Brooksville Main Street and a women's suffrage historian. "Young people living in the world today may not remember the sacrifice of the suffragettes, who put their families and livelihoods at risk."

In honor and remembrance of the suffragettes and their sacrifice, Brooksville Main Street and The Hernando Sun are marking the milestone with the Women Leading the Way Women's Suffrage Event/ Exhibition noon to 7 p.m.

March 20-21. This event will feature a live reenactment of a suffragette march and rally at the Hernando County Courthouse, 20 N Main St # 362, Brooksville, along with a citywide exhibition honoring those women who made a difference; their names, photos and accomplishments posted on

boards that will be featured in the halls of participating businesses. Also featured will be a walk through suffrage history at the GFWC Historic Brooksville Woman's Club, 131 S Main St, Brooksville. For more information, visit https://www.historicdowntownbrooksville.com/ events-1/2020/3/20/women-leading-the-way "This event is meant to empower," said Kahler, a research specialist on the subject of suffragist literature, "and to honor those who sacrificed."

Indeed, throughout the nation and world, these events are intended--not only to be remembered--but to aspire.

"We are celebrating how far we've come," said Nichols, "And remembering how far we have to go."

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Sittin' by a stranger

here are not many places in the world where you can sit down at a picnic table under an old, mossdrenched oak tree, and meet a total stranger who’s genuine kindness captures your attention.

But some folks would say that Brooksville is exactly that kind of place and I would have to agree.

I met such a stranger at Hernando’s 36th annual Heritage Festival, a warm family-welcoming event that happened to fall on one of the most beautiful weather days of the year.

It was my first time at this event, which took place at Brooksville’s Historic Train Depot and I’ll be honest, I had no expectations. But I discovered something special, something that left me incredibly amazed at the passion of Hernando County folks who put in a lot of effort and energy into the heritage, history, and art of their hometown. They are very proud of where they live and it certainly shows.

The festival is also an educational experience for people of all ages. Folks were eager to show off fossils of extinct animals that used to roam the area. As well as folks eager to teach visitors about Hernando’s Native American history and artifacts among many other heritage skills and traits.

While devouring artistic dessert creations that looked too good to eat, I found myself strolling by each

A vendor at the Heritage Festival with Native American style wares

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At this point, I still didn’t know this gentleman’s name. By now, I felt a bit embarrassed that I hadn’t asked. Especially now that I was this far into a meaningful conversation.

So, I asked “What’s your name?”

“John. My name is John Flook.”

Quickly, I learned that John was no stranger at all to Brooksville. John was a previous President of the Hernando County Chamber of Commerce.

He served for two terms: 1985-1986, 1986-1987. After 35 years, he continues to support his hometown.

The annual Hernando Heritage Festival is held by the Hernando Historical Museum Association.

It’s an event that’s also supported by the Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce.

It was a pleasure meeting John.

If you didn’t make it out to the festival, you certainly missed out on a lot of delicious treats and talents.

But there’s always next year!

Brooksville's Historic Train Depot museum.

vendor with ease and interest. Especially the ones that showed exquisite creativity. They come together for a common pride in who they are and the community they represent. Each person has a story to tell and a talent that expresses their pride and unique joy.

Which brings me back to that stranger that I met as I sat down to eat those delicious chocolate strawberries.

He invited myself and my son to sit next to him as we walked by, looking for a place to enjoy our festival treats. This kind gentleman and I had never met before, but that didn’t stop him from being generous.

Without even exchanging names, we had each shared where we were from and what we do.

“I’m originally from Brooksville,” he said.

After living in other places during his life, he came back here, settling back into his hometown and becoming a grandfather.

I learned that he and his wife are very happy that they returned.

Our conversation somehow traveled elsewhere and we began talking about how no one should ever let others convince them that they are not worthy of attaining their dreams.

That life is about challenging oneself and the achievements that you

make. Also, you should never allow anyone to convince you that you cannot be successful. Instead, you should channel that negative energy into passion and go after whatever goals you have for yourself. I admired his wisdom, as he told me about his own personal journey.

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Angels Unaware The group also needs volunteers to educate and re-educate those wanting self-improvement.

“We want to make it available to any who seeks it,” she said.

Anyone interested in helping Dade City Widow’s Mite may write to P.O. Box 573, Lacoochee, FL 33537.

Among her recent activities was a Children’s Fun Day at Christian Edge in Lacoochee for children to painting pictures representing “the days of old” on a longstanding wall on the property. The event provided free food and drinks, balloons, flags and flowers to participants.

Its purpose is to bring the community together, Hazel explained. In addition to Dade City Widow’s Mite, she enlisted the help of other local charities.

Another project was writing a proclamation which was approved by the Dade City council creating a day of day of recognition for Captain Charles “Bo” Harrison who was a 33-year veteran of the Pasco County Sheriff’s Department who died in the line of duty. Hazel cited in the proclamation that Harrison was “a mentor, wise counselor, friend to many and stranger to no one, community activist and educator.”

Hazel likes to look out for bargains at thrift stores and yard sales to keep supplies on hand for any need that arises. For example, she gathers clothing for little girls to wear to church. She also teaches them how to dress, giving out prizes to the girls.

“It doesn’t cost me much,” she

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said, “Just to show someone loves them. It’s a connection with girls who had lost their mothers who need a mother’s love.”

She also collects decorated mugs and keeps them in her car in case she happens to see a person who looks like they are down in the dumps and needs a little pick-meup and to let them know that there are people in the world who care.

Hazel also provides blankets and other necessities to homeless people living in abandoned buildings.

Often she gives out soup to the homeless.

On her list for future projects is to organize a teacher appreciation banquet.

“When these ideas come to me like a dream, I get all excited about it.”

Hazel knows true happiness comes from looking outside of oneself to put a smile on the faces of others.

It seems she is one of the angels and is not even aware of it.

Wouldn’t be wonderful if we all decided to do one small thing for a stranger, not bothering to judge them whether they deserved it or not or what we would get out of it.

That way we could all be angels unaware.

By Eli Cranor Dear Athletic Support: I was an over-the-top father of three outstanding varsity athletes. I was the loudmouth who challenged the referees and overwhelmed my children with endless advice. Fortunately, they succeeded academically and athletically, despite my constant hounding.

Some things don’t change.

My eldest grandson is a superior varsity athlete and student. Recently, he was invited into the National Honor Society. I was beaming with pride until I heard he’d declined the invitation. A tad smarter as a septuagenarian, I refrained from direct intervention. Instead, I appealed to my son (the boy’s dad) about the decision. As a former high school teacher, I told him I thought NHS provided a ticket to college entrance, overriding athleticism and top-notch grades. My son explained that after talking to his boy and assessing his reasoning, he was okay with whatever his son wanted to do. I’ve now stepped out of the conversation, yet this granddad still worries his grandson may be hurting his chances at college admission.

Suggestions please! — Loudmouth Granddad

be excluding himself from a shot at more money.

From an athletic-minded side, though, I think I can see where your grandson might be coming from. Being a member of NHS requires a certain level of time commitment.

There are service projects to complete and meetings to attend. I’m not sure how many sports your grandson plays, or what his schedule is like, but maybe he just didn’t have enough time in the day.

You’re probably screaming, “Time?! This is the National Honor Society we’re talking about!” But please, hear me out. One of the best ways for young athletes to achieve the ever-elusive “full scholarship” is by doubling up on athletic and academic money.

Outside of football, basketball, gymnastics and tennis, there’s no such thing as a full scholarship in collegiate athletics. And in the smaller classifications—like Division II and NAIA—it’s even Cowling is a freelance writer, hard for those four sports storyteller and blogger who lives in to offer full rides.

Brooksville.

So maybe your grandson is hedging his bets.

Maybe he’s realized there’s only so much time in a day, and he’s splitting that time between athletics and academics in hopes of Dear Loudmouth: First earning multiple scholaroff, let me commend ships. Maybe that’s why you on your restraint. he turned the National Grandparents oftentimes Honor Society down. find themselves in sticky Maybe not. situations when it comes to The only way you’ll their children’s parenting know for certain is if you decisions. Whether that sit- talk to him about it. Just spoke with quite clear insisted. uation involves sports, ac- be sure to choose your Ricky at the THE POSTSCRIPT this cheese “That’s an awful lot of ademics, or day-to-day dis- words carefully. The last cheese shop was for cheese!” my mother protestcipline—it’s always best thing you want to do is

By Carrie Classon us—not my ed. and Ricky for a grandparent to let the be a loudmouth about it. confirmed father—we “We can pick up what parent make the final call. there would got a phone you don’t eat next time we In regard to the NaEli Cranor is a former be no shipcall from see you!” Peter told her, tional Honor Society, I professional quarterping charge my dad and promptly ordered more don’t believe membership back and coach turned if Peter just about the time cheese. will matter much when it award-winning author. ordered enough Peter was expectRicky at the cheese comes to college admisSend questions for cheese. Ricky ing his big cheese company was appropriately sions. However, NHS does “Athletic Support” to recommended a delivery. contrite and gave Peter a eli.cranor@gmail.com nice gouda in ad“Hey, Peter!” generous discount on his new offer scholarships exclusively to its members. So or visit elicranor.com. dition to the lacy my dad said, order so now we have forty if your grandson is looking baby swiss Peter “Did you order pounds of cheese—twenty for extra dough when it is fond of. Peter us a big box of here and twenty in storage was delighted. cheese?” with my parents. I suspect this comes time to pay for “Doesn’t “Oh no!” Peter situation gives Peter a further tuition, he could very well $100 buy an said. feeling of security. awful lot of My parents, And, while I do shake my cheese?” I asked. who buy little head from time to time, I also Our house is small and our tiny blocks of cheese which note that I have never once refrigerator generally filled to they cut into little tiny slices run out of coffee since I marcapacity. and serve on little tiny crackried Peter. We always have “Oh, it’s not that much…” ers at precisely five o’clock plenty of beans and rice to eat Peter did the calculations. every evening with a small and now, I am quite certain, “It’s only about twenty glass of white wine, were unwe will never run short of pounds!” derstandably taken aback by cheese.

I couldn’t deny that was the arrival of twenty pounds In a chaotic world filled a good price per pound, but of cheese. with unknowns, uncertainties, twenty pounds still sounded “That’s a heck of a lot of and nearly constant change, like an awful lot of cheese. cheese! Should we mail it to it’s good to know we’ve got Then things were further you?” my dad asked. the essentials covered. complicated.

Peter said they should just Till next time, I had used this cheese eat it and my mother exCarrie company to buy birthday pressed doubt that they would presents for my dad and they ever eat so much cheese in Carrie Classon’s memoir still had that address on file. their lifetime. is called, “Blue Yarn.” Learn Even though Peter made it “Oh! You’ll eat it!” Peter more at CarrieClasson.com.

The Bible says there are angels around us unaware. One of them, Hazel Wells of Dade City, recently received a special Congressional Certificate of Recognition for her 25 years of experience in outstanding and invaluable service to the community from the office of U.S. Rep. Gus Bilirakis.

Hazel has her own angel unaware because she doesn’t know who nominated her for the honor.

“It means so much to me,” she said. One of her goals is to help children get an education. “Like the Rev. Martin Luther King said, I have a dream to help others succeed so they can have a dream to help others.”

Hazel is a graduate of Mickens High school in Dade City. In 2004 she created the non-profit charity Dade City Widow’s Mite. It’s motto is “Giving our all to enrich the lives of others.” It’s goal is to bring “people together, to educate, inspire, motivate, counsel, shelter feed the body and soul”.

Hazel’s organization asks for financial donations to go toward monetary gifts or temporary loans to those who undergo devastating emergency events and cannot afford basic needs.

Another one of her goals is to make available quality, low-cost housing to people in need. Some homes may need repairs to become livable.

“We will provide repair and renovation assistance to make homes safe for living,” Hazel explained.

'An awful lot of cheese' My husband, Peter, likes buying in bulk.

Peter hates paying shipping fees. He never wants to run out of anything and he loves a bargain. This is why we buy coffee in enormous bags, crackers by the case, nuts and raisins ten pounds at a time, rice in 20-pound bags, and beans in 50-pound bags. It is sometimes a little alarming when the boxes arrive.

I’m not quite sure how he got this way. Peter was the youngest child of six, but I don’t think his family went through any extraordinary hardship. My mother is the ninth of eleven children raised during the depression and she buys in modest quantities that last for no more than a week or fit in a small canvas bag—whichever is less.

Most recently, Peter decided to start ordering cheese direct from his favorite cheesemaker, but when he learned what he was going to be charged for shipping he began to fume.

“Ha! If I buy $100 at a time, I don’t pay shipping!”

Peter announced, looking over the fine print on the cheesemaker’s website. He

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Parents' rights vs public school control On October 31, 2019, the Houston ISD, Independent School District, unanimously passed radical sex education for 3rd through 8th grade students. Most parents voiced their emphatic religious and cultural objections to the plan. Yet there was not one board member who voted against this sex education agenda. It openly demonstrates the will of the parents was insignificant as compared to the power of the educational establishment. Parents have in effect been ousted from the primary right and responsibility to teach their children moral values.

In 2014 the Austin ISD board rejected a sex education proposal. The parents fought to adopt an “abstinence-only” birth control policy. Over the next years the school board internal politics changed to promote LGBTQ lifestyle in the school environment. This progressive policy was not only for school approval but also overall cultural change. This reversal was coming from the top of

the bureaucracy, not from the grass roots. The public school is dedicating itself to be a societal change agent not educating academic skills and rational thought.

They have passed this new sex education curriculum, which is an affront to biblical teachings in Christianity, Judaism, Islam and anyone who has studied mental health issues. Just because the person “feels” a certain way does not make it real.

Just because an individual “feels” like a lizard, it does not make him one.

A young adolescent going through hormonal and sexual changes is often confused making them think they are different than their birth gender.

One’s feelings that are the opposite of reality until very recently were an indication of a mental health issue. Changing reality to advocate for a behavior that does not reflect reality, contributes to their disconnection and confusion rather than assisting the individual.

The Houston Independent School District

DOMENICK J. MAGLIO, PH.D.

be indoctrinated in progressive sexual behaviors that alter traditional societal moral norms. These educators knowingly or not are ushering in a Sodom and Gomorra-like chaotic world. The encouragement of self-gratifying sexual activities will weaken and obliterate the industrious of the nation. It will Traditional Realist fiber lead us down the path of internal moral decay. teaching anal sex through Eventually we will have to a pornographic film has no surrender to a totalitarian legitimate justification for government without the this biblically perverted support and assistance act. Teaching an underage coming from strong family person how to role-play to loyalties. hide their lesbian relationPublic schools were ship with a 17-year-old established to educate seducer from their parents children to become literate is inappropriate for a citizens. The education school. This is underminwas to give them the ing parental authority for ability to develop reading, the purpose of promoting a writing and math skills to radical sexual agenda. be able to learn on their Government schools own. It was not supposed have no right to even to brainwash them to adopt consider teaching this kind self-destructive moral of information to children. values. All non-academic The shrewd way the educa- learning was left to the tion elite bureaucrats have parents. They made the gotten around parental choices to develop the objections is by saying child’s character. The they can opt out of the freedom of parents to curriculum. be responsible for their Parents are not sending children, not the state has their children to school to

Making the choices to forgive

WILLIAM F. HOLLAND

MINISTER / CHAPLAIN How much grace does it take to love someone who has hurt us or offended us? Well, that’s a good question. Tragedies happen all around us and we notice how others respond, but how do we react when someone does something to us personally and our family is harmed? I admit that I do not always have the character of Christ when I’m being threatened and many times, my instinct is to retaliate because that’s embedded within our human nature. I agree that people need to be punished for their evil deeds and acts of violence but we must resist the temptation to embrace hatred and resentment. Life is filled with challenges and situations that attempt to lure us into bad attitudes but for the serious Christian, it’s the forgiveness of Christ that can lead us into the peace that passes all understanding.

When we fall into a negative mindset, our joy (which is our spiritual strength), evaporates and we become weak and discouraged. Anger and the desire for revenge can emotionally, mentally, and spiritually hold us in the bondage of misery. If we allow Ourselves to become weighed down with animosity, our relationship with God suffers which is why it’s so important to not allow hatred to be a part of our life.

We may be able to hide our feelings from those around us, but we cannot hide from God. For many, there is a war within the conscience where God is saying to let it go while the enemy wants us to stand strong and justify our hatred. Sadly, many would rather live in the agony of being held hostage, instead of submitting to God and allowing Him to execute justice His way. Joyce Meyer is quoted as saying, “Forgiveness is not a feeling but rather a decision we make because we want to do what’s right before God.” If you watch a toddler, you will notice they react to the basic instincts of hunger, affection, disappointment, happiness, and anger but have not yet learned the dangers of being offended. Resentment is

one of many attitudes we naturally develop as we grow older and it’s only through inviting Christ to become our Lord and allowing His Word to transform our mind that we can be molded into His way of merciful thinking. God wants us to be open and honest with Him and not suppress these ugly imaginations which can damage our personal relationship with Him. The opportunity to call on Christ is always available as Psalm 46:1 declares, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Holding on to these negative attitudes becomes like a growing infection that can also desensitize us from having sympathy and compassion for others. This is a very serious problem because it involves our most precious asset – our love.

May we remember that whatever someone has done to us, we can choose to live in the contentment of God’s forgiveness.“For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins” Matthew 6:14-15.

I was called to pray for an elderly gentleman the other day that was near death. He was barely able to understand or communicate because of the heavy doses of morphine. His son was sitting next to the bed and after a while he started to talk about his dad. They were not close, and he began to describe a man that seemed to be a decent person on the outside, but had a secret closet of sin and darkness that had caused much damage and ruined his life. He became emotional and described a tragic story of a disappointed and wounded family. The son was a Christian and had been dealing with resentment against his father for years and as he continued to share about how he finally made the choice to forgive, I could sense the love and peace of God in his countenance.

This type of heart-rending agony is truly a heavy burden, but if we sincerely ask Christ to step into our situation, He is the only one who can bring inner healing to our mind and soul. Some may say they cannot forgive but the Bible reminds us in Philippians 4:13 that, “I can do ALL things through Christ which strengthens me.”

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been effective in molding strong, productive and law-abiding citizens. Ever since the government has interfered with the sanctity of the family, our societal problems have increased.

Moral, value, spiritual, nutritional, and physical development of our children should be left to the family. Our government schools have done a pathetic job even teaching students simple reading, writing and math. Parents should not allow government education to destroy the moral character of their children by presenting age inappropriate ideas, socially inaccurate information to our youngsters. This is simple indoctrination.

Government schools are dysfunctional and should be stopped from poorly performing the services that used to be done by the family. They should be held to higher academic standards and leave moral values to the church and the family.

Local public schools should be removed from the state bureaucrats and returned to the local community. The num-

ber of state educational bureaucrats should be reduced significantly, and schools decentralized for more parental control. The parents will have a strong impact on every facet of the school that will reflect their wishes and needs.

Let us rid our public schools of socially radical elites whose purpose is to undermine and transform our country into a weak, immoral one that collapses from within. Parents’ strong voice will strengthen and save our children and our nation from evil forces.

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.

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Bar Room Buddi

On 15 February 1981 I wrote a song I called “Passed O only coffee, juices, and water then, being that I was in th days a week. On 29 June 1998, less than a year after we little, renamed it “Bar Room Buddies,” and that night I r room table. It was raining, and I had a cold, but I did it between 1973 and 1995, in competition with my oldest a England, but this one has always caught my attention as knee-slapping tune. It was the last time I played a song If you’d like to hear the gravelly-voiced and weary thu hernandosun.com. It’s probably best listened to with he with others in this new decade, nearly twenty-two years meantime, here are the words, with one more alteration, AWARD WINNING through a door,” and this is now the official version. Th COLUMNIST and where they’re played. Disclaimer: I was an Urban C C&W, so this song is just genre and does not reflect my

Bar Room Buddies On 15 February 1981 I wrote a song I called “Passed Out,” which is curious because I drank only coffee, juices, and water then, being that I was in the military and forced to run PT three days a week. On 29 June 1998, less than a year after we moved into Old House, I rewrote it a little, renamed it “Bar Room Buddies,” and that night I recorded it on my computer at my dining room table. It was raining, and I had a cold, but I did it in one take.

I’d written many songs between 1973 and 1995, in competition with my oldest and dearest friend, Stoney, up in New England, but this one has always caught my attention as a fun, foot-tapping, perhaps even a knee-slapping tune. It was the last time I played a song on my guitar.

If you’d like to hear the gravelly-voiced and weary thumb-strumming MP3, go to hernandosun.com/barroombuddies. It’s probably best listened to with headphones. I’m compelled to share it with others in this new decade, nearly twenty-two years hence, because why not?

In the meantime, here are the words, with one more alteration, “lectures to ignore” instead of “lectures through a door,” and this is now the official version. The letters above the stanzas are the cords and where they’re played.

Disclaimer: I was an Urban Cowboy in the early 80’s and listened to C&W, so this song is just genre and does not reflect my married life then or now.

P.S. Yes, yes, it should be lying instead of laying, but I hate that grammatical mess. Lie, lied, and lying are fine for not telling the truth, though they should be spelled ly, lyed, and lying. But for moving something, including yourself, to a different position the words should be just as simple: lay, layed, and laying.

P.P.S. I decided to look up the newer name of my song online and found that Merle Haggard and Clint Eastwood sang a song by the same title in 1980.

It’s pretty good. But the two are not related. And mine’s better.

GOOFY STUFF

By VINCENT CARDEGIN

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If I ever lose my job I think I’ll bum around Sell all my stuff and live a while Where I cannot be found ​ ​C No grinding axes, no taxes No bad news TV shows ​G A simple haven where unshaven I can wear my favorite clothes D ​ And find some bar room buddies People who can love me when I’m drunk G

If I ever lose my wife I think I’ll settle down Find a girl who likes the nights And parties on the town ​ C No more backbiting, no fighting No lectures to ignore ​G Vincent Cardegin Just simple flowers and Markhours Floyd, 10395 Dunkirk Rd., Spr With someone who will adore

​D All my bar room buddies People who can love me when I’m drunk (​Interlude​): ​C Cause when I’m drinkin’ and sinkin’ Underneath my chair ​G I’m feeling youthful, get truthful But they don’t really care ​D ‘Cause we are bar room buddies ​G Always feeling cruddy till we’re drunk ​C And after midnight we feel right We’ve smokin’ up a pack ​G We may be dizzy but still we Aren’t ready for the sack ​D Until we stand up and fall down And finally laying on the ground ​G Passed out

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If I ever lose my life I hope the world will find It puts some folks on easy street Gives others peace of mind ​C But I’ll still haunt them to daunt them I’ll spook ‘em if I can ​G With lots of laughter from hereafter Well, anyway it’s my plan ​D To find some bar room buddies ​G People who can love me when I’m drunk (repeat ​Interlude​) ​ D And I like to stand up and fall downVincent Cardegin Mark Floyd, 10395 ​G Dunkirk Rd., Spring Hi

And finally laying on the ground passed out

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P.S. Yes, yes, it should be lying instead of laying, but I hate that and lying are fine for not telling the truth, though they should be for moving something, including yourself, to a different position simple: lay, layed, and laying.

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LEGAL NOTICES IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR HERNANDO COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO.: 2019-CA-851 DIRECT GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY, Plaintiff, v.

MIKAYLA ANTOINAE TAYLOR, et al., Defendants.

NOTICE OF ACTION TO: KAY SUE PERRY, address unknown.

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for declaratory relief has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Plaintiff, DIRECT GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY, through its counsel Robert K. Savage, Esq., whose address is 412 East Madison Street, Suite 815, Tampa, FL 33602, no later than 28 days after the first publication of this Notice, and file with the clerk of this Court, Doug Chorvat Jr., whose address is 20 N Main St, Brooksville FL 34601, before service on Plaintiff, or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against for the relief demanded in the declaratory judgment action.

Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk’s office. You may review these documents upon request.

You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed to the address on record at the Clerk’s office.

Dated: Feb. 4, 2020 DOUG CHORVAT JR. Clerk of the Court & Comptroller By: /s/ Elizabeth Markidis As Deputy Clerk (SEAL) (02/14/2020), (02/21/2020), (02/28/2020), (03/06/2020) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR HERNANDO COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO.: 19-CA-001204 DIRECT GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY, Plaintiff, v.

ISRAEL LOPEZ, JR., Defendant.

NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DECLARATORY JUDGMENT TO: ISRAEL LOPEZ, JR., ADDRESS UNKNOWN YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on PLAINTIFF DIRECT GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY, through its counsel Robert K. Savage, Esq., whose address is 412 East Madison Street, Suite 815, Tampa, FL 33602 no later than 28 days after the first publication of this Notice, and file with the clerk of this Court, Doug Chorvat, Jr., whose address is 20 N. Main Street, Brooksville, FL 34601, before service on Plaintiff, or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against for the relief demanded in the declaratory judgment action.

Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk's office. You may review these documents upon request.

You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court's office notified of your current address. Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed to the address on record at the Clerk's office.

Dated:2/4/2020 DOUG CHORVAT, JR. CLERK OF COURT /s/ Elizabeth Markidis As Deputy Clerk (SEAL) (02/21/2020), (02/28/2020), (03/06/2020), (03/13/2020) Notice of Self Storage Sale Please take notice Hide-Away Storage – Spring Hill located at 1000 Commercial Way, Spring Hill FL 34606 intends to hold a sale to sell the property stored at the Facility by the below Occupant who is in default at an Auction. The sale will occur as an online auction via www. storagetreasures.com on 3/11/2020 at 10:00AM. Susan Freeman unit #0436 contents: Household goods, tools & antiques. All property is being stored at the above self-storage facility. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. See manager for details.

(02/21/2020), (02/28/2020) NOTICE OF SALE Friday March 6, 2020 -1:00 p.m., United Southern Bank (352-4834502) will sell a 1979 Hunter Marine Corp sail boat ID #HUN54481M79H owned by Cynda Johnson Shaffer and current location is Hernando Beach Marina 4139 Shoal Line Rd Hernando Beach, FL (02/21/2020), (02/28/2020)

IN THE FIFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR HERNANDO COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2020-CP-000067 DIVISION: Probate IN RE: ESTATE OF THOMAS R. BROPHY III, a/k/a THOMAS RAYMOND BROPHY III, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of THOMAS R. BROPHY III, deceased, whose date of death was December 19, 2019, is pending in the Circuit Court for Hernando County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 20 North Main Street, Brooksville, Florida 34601. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative's attorneys 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 THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (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 THREE (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 Feb. 21, 2020.

Attorneys for Personal Representative: /s/Clayton T. Miller Michael J. Ivan, Jr. Florida Bar No.: 016144 Clayton T. Miller Florida Bar No.: 047094 Ivan & Daugustinis, PLLC 5150 Belfort Road, Bldg. 200 Jacksonville, Florida 32256 Telephone: 904-395-2395 Fax: 904-475-2121 Email: mike@ivanlawgroup.com 2d Email: clayton@ivanlawgroup.com Personal Representative: Ian Brophy 2546 Royal Pointe Drive Green Cove Springs, FL 32043 (02/21/2020), (02/28/2020)

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR HERNANDO COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2020-CP-102 Division PROBATE IN RE: ESTATE OF GINA E. BURNETTE, a/k/a GINA ELIZABETH BURNETTE Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of GINA E. BURNETTE, deceased, whose date of death was August 26, 2019, is pending in the Circuit Court for Hernando County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 20 North Main Street, Room #247, Brooksville, Florida 34613. 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 ON OR BEFORE 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 FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is February 21, 2020.

Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ Paul H. Nessler, Jr. Email Address: paulnessler@ bellsouth.net Florida Bar No. 0603384 Paul H. Nessler, Jr., P. A. 10002 Cortez Blvd.

Spring Hill, Florida 34613 Personal Representative: /s/ Abby Bell Burnette 11225 Linden Drive Spring Hill, Florida 34609 (02/21/2020), (02/28/2020)

ISSUE DATE: FEBRUARY 26, 2020 INVITATION TO BID

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Notice is hereby given that the School Board of Hernando County, Florida will hold the following meetings on March 10, 2020 in the School Board Room, 919 N. Broad Street, Brooksville, FL 34601: Informal Meeting at 11:00 A.M. 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 Susan Duval, Chairperson of The School Board of Hernando County, Florida By: Mr. John Stratton, Ex-Officio Secretary and Superintendent of Schools Hernando Sun to PUBLISH: (02/28/2020) CLK20-37 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF CERTIFICATE OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of County Commissioners of Hernando County Florida, will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at 9:30 a.m., or soon thereafter, in the Hernando County Government Center, John Law Ayers Room, County Commission Chambers, 20 N. Main Street, Room 160, Brooksville, Florida, to consider the following: MED TRANS CORP dba BAYFLITE dba BAYFRONT HEALTH dba MED-TRANS WEST HAS APPLIED FOR A CERTIFICATE OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY (“COPCN”) FOR ALS/BLS GROUND TRANSPORT SERVICES WITHIN HERNANDO COUNTY. THIS PROPOSED CERTIFICATE WITH APPLICATION may be inspected by the public in the Office of the Clerk of Circuit Court, Hernando County Courthouse, 20 N. Main Street, Room 362, Brooksville, FL 34601, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, legal holidays excepted.

YOU HAVE A RIGHT to appear and be heard at this public meeting and/ or to send any written objections to the County Commissioners at 20 N. Main Street, Room 263, Brooksville, Florida 34601-2800.

YOU ARE FURTHER ADVISED that if any person decides to appeal any decision made by the Board of County Commissioners, with respect to the subject matter of the hearing, that person will need to ensure a verbatim record of the proceedings is made.

ALL PERSONS INTERESTED in the above matter are invited to attend and be heard.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act persons with disabilities needing special accommodations to participate in this proceeding should contact Tina Duenninger, County Administration, 20 N. Main Street, Room 263, Brooksville, Florida 34601, Telephone 352-754-4002. If hearing impaired, please call 711 for assistance.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR HERNANDO COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No: 2020-DR-130 Division: Jeffrey Renfroe, Petitioner And Michelle Gause, Respondent.

NOTICE OF ACTION FOR Paternity case and Petition for relief TO: Michelle Gause {Respondent’s last known address} 333 Jackson Rd; Jacksonville, FL 32225 You are notified that a petition has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Jeffrey Renfroe, whose address is 1225 New Hope Road Spring Hill, FL 34606 on or before 4/7/2020, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 20 North Main Street; Brooksville, FL 34601, before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. {If applicable, insert the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located} Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request.

You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the addresses on record at the clerk’s office.

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.

FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE Notice is hereby given that SANDY STAFFORD, owner, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of “THRIVE AT HOME SERVICES” 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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FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that George Erickson , owner, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of “Real Estate Professionals” 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.

Patterson, Robert Edward, age 59 of Brooksville, passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2020.

He was a United States Army veteran. Src; Merritt

Bolt, John Howard, passed away on Tuesday February 18, 2020. He is survived by his 3 children, 8 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Src; Brewer

Fatine, Rita M., passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2020.

Src; Turner

Thygesen, Thomas “Tommy” James, Sr., age 65, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2020.

He is survived by his husband, Ernest and son Tommy. Src; Brewer Dommer, George, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2020.

Src; Brewer Froh, Phillip C., age 88 of Spring Hill, Florida passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2020.

Src; Downing Thomas, Wayne Russell Sr. age 69 of Spring Hill passed away on Tuesday February 18, 2020. He was a United States Navy veteran. Wayne is survived by his wife, Barbara, children: Joe, Steven, Scott, and Kim; and 7 grandchildren. Src; Downing Hemstreet, Kevin Karl, of Spring Hill passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2020. He leaves a legacy of Christian faith, love and service to all who knew him. He is survived by his wife Rose, children: Michael (Hanna), Kevin, Ashley, Melissa, Toby (Jamie), Chad (Amber), Joshua, Brett (Martika) and Kenny; and 7 grandchildren. A time of visitation will be held at Spring Hill Baptist Church on Saturday, February 29, from 10:00am to 11:00am, followed by a Celebration of Life service beginning at 11:00am. Src; Merritt Whalen, Caryl, passed away on Tuesday February 18, 2020. Src; Turner Piccolo, Patrick, age 74, of Spring Hill, passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2020.

He was a United States Navy veteran. He is survived by his wife, Alice and son, Louis. Src; Merritt

Quijije, Agustin, passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2020.

He is survived by his wife Maribel, children; Marilyn, Ann Marie and Agustin and 1 grandson. Src; Brewer

Kullman, Janelle C. passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2020. Src; Turner White, Cecil, passed away on Thursday February 20, 2020. Src; Brewer Buttlar, Edith, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2020. Src; Brewer Lawrence, Nancy, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2020. Src; Brewer Ryszkiewicz, Josephine, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2020. Src; Brewer Lucas, Jane Maureen, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2020. Src; Brewer Haney, Gordon, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2020. Src; Brewer Xenos, Pota, passed away on Friday, february 21, 2020. Src; Turner Goff, Mary Kathleen, age 63 of Brooksville, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2020. Mary is predeceased by husband Mark Edward Goff. She is survived by her children JD (Sarah) and Jamie; 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Src; Brewer Wilson, Ralph, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2020. Src; Brewer Sayrik, Margaret, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2020.

Src; Brewer Schandel, John, age 64, of Brooksville, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2020. Src; Merritt Marrero, Maria, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2020. Src; Brewer Haskins, David, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2020. Src; Brewer

Notice Under Fictitious Name Law Pursuant to Section 865.09, Florida Statutes NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that DEAN’S CONCRETE CUTTING AND CORING LLC, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of DEAN’S CONCRETE CUTTING AND CORING LLC, located at 6761 N BROKEN ARROW TRL County of, HERNANDO in the City of HERNANDO, Florida, 34442-3704 intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Florida Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida Dated at SPRING HILL Florida, this February: day of 6, 2020 (02/28/2020)

Publish: February 28, 2020

FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE

Lopez-Guerrero, Venancio, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2020. He was preceded in death by his wife Patricia, grandsons Cody & B.J and great-grandson Tristan.

He is survived by his children; Karen, Anna, Scott (Tammy), Myriah & Tony; 3 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandson. Src; Brewer

DATED this 25 day of February 2020.

CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT (SEAL) By: /s/ Makayla Zoiga (Deputy Clerk) (02/28/2020), (03/06/2020), (03/13/2020), (03/20/2020)

Notice is hereby given that DEAN DZIEDZIC, owner, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of “D&D WELDING & EQUIPMENT SERVICES” 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 IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of County Commissions of Hernando County, Florida, is accepting bids for: CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT ITB NO. 20-CG0031/DK FOR OAKLEY ISLAND INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS Hernando County Board of County Commissioners is soliciting licensed General Contractors or Certified Underground Utility and Excavation Contractors that are active in installation of gravity sewer systems.

Sealed Bid offers as two (2) originals for furnishing the above will be received and accepted up to 3:00 PM (local time), APRIL 8, 2020 in the Hernando County Purchasing and Contract’s office. Bids shall be plainly marked on the outside of a sealed envelope/container with: Bidder’s name and address, and Bid Name and Bid Number. Bids are to be submitted: Physical Address: Hernando County Purchasing and Contracts 20 N. Main St., 2nd Floor, Rm 266 Brooksville, FL 34601

FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE

FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that Lazy Lizard Hernando Beach, Inc. , owners, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of “The Lazy Lizard” 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.

Notice is hereby given that 191 CUBE SOUTHEAST FL, LLC - SERIES B, owners, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name of “CUBESMART 5436” 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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The Board of County Commissioners of Hernando County, Florida reserves the right to accept or reject any or all Bids and waive informalities and minor irregularities in offers received in accordance with the Bid documents and the Hernando County Procurement Ordinance.

Interested firms may secure the Bid documents and plans and drawings and all other pertinent information by visiting the website of Bid Net at www.BidNetDirect. com. For additional project information, please visit the Hernando County Board of County Commissioners Purchasing and Contracts Department at www. hernandocounty.us, or by calling Bid Net at (800) 835-4603 or the Purchasing and Contracts Department at (352) 754–4020.

Bid offers shall be accompanied by either a Bid Bond, Certified Check, Cashier’s Check, or Official Bank Check in the dollar amount representing not less than five percent (5%) of the total amount Bid as a guarantee to enter into a Contract and furnish a Contract performance and payment bond in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the total Bid price within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of notification of the award.

A MANDATORY Pre-Bid Conference will be held MARCH 12, 2020, @ 9:00 AM, at the Hernando County Utilities Administration Building, 15365 Cortez Blvd., Brooksville, FL 34613. Representatives of Owner will be present to discuss the project Bidders are required to attend and participate in the conference. THIS CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD ONLY ONCE AND FAILURE TO ATTEND AND SIGN IN SHALL DISQUALIFY ANY BIDDER NOT ATTENDING FROM SUBMITTING A BID. ATTENDEES MUST BE PRESENT AT THE START OF THE PRE-BID CONFERENCE. ARRIVAL AFTER THE START OF THE PRE-BID CONFERENCE SHALL BE CAUSE FOR DISQUALIFICATION. Exparte Communication: Please note that to insure the proper and fair evaluation of a submittal, the County prohibits exparte communication (i.e., unsolicited) initiated by the Respondent to the County Official or Employee evaluating or considering the submittals prior to the time a decision has been made. Communication between Respondent and the County will be initiated by the appropriate County official or employee in order to obtain information or clarification needed to develop a proper and accurate evaluation of the submittal. Exparte communication may be grounds for disqualifying the offending Respondent from consideration or award of the Solicitation or any future Solicitation.

Purchasing and Contracts Division will post addenda on Bid Net at www.

BidNetDirect.com to all questions in accordance with the Solicitation Instructions.

It is the responsibility of prospective Bidders to visit the County’s website to insure that they are aware of all addenda issued relative to this Solicitation.

Pursuant to Florida Statutes 119.071 (current version) sealed Bids, proposals or replies received by an agency pursuant to a competitive Solicitation are exempt from inspection until such time as the agency provides notice of an intended decision or until thirty (30) days after opening the Bids, proposals, or final replies whichever is earlier.

BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS HERNANDO COUNTY JAMES S. WUNDERLE PURCHASING AND CONTRACTS MANAGER CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER, HERNANDO COUNTY NOTICE TO BIDDERS To ensure that your Bid is responsive, you are urged to request clarification or guidance on any issues involving this solicitation before submission of your response. Your point-of-contact for this solicitation is Diane Kafrissen, Purchasing Agent II, Purchasing and Contracts, at (352) 754-4020 or email at purchasing@ hernandocounty.us.

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Congress knows that we have an entire generation of aging baby boomer IRA owners and their parents approaching end-of-life when all of these funds are to be passed on to the next generations—essentially tax-free under old rules.

In the U.S., traditional IRA accounts total a whopping $7.8 trillion. That’s a lot of money to transfer, and obviously, the federal government now wants to collect the taxes on these distributions sooner rather than later.

Such tweaking of rules also gives one pause in advising clients on future planning for Roth IRA accounts, expected in the past to grow and be withdrawn, all nicely tax-free.

However, I would not be surprised that several years in the future, Congress alters the tax-free nature of Roth distributions to be based on how much other

income the taxpayer has.

For example, Congress could change the rules by saying that Roth distributions will still be tax free, but, oh, by the way, if your other income exceeds, say, $60,000, then your Roth distributions will be taxed— because that’s the “fair” thing to do.

Such modifications have already been put upon social security income benefits, once completely tax-free, but no longer for many taxpayers.

All of this makes long term planning very challenging.

If you have a question for John A. Dougherty, CPA MBA; Registered Investment Adviser, you can reach him at 352-238-6411.

Information about Dougherty & Associates LLC can be found online at www.

DoughertyAssociates.Net Their physical address is 4048 Deltona Blvd., Spring Hill.

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Bayfront Urgent Care to serve Timber Pines, nearby communities

BY JULIE B. MAGLIO HERNANDO SUN

Whether it's hives, a broken bone, a sore throat or a laundry list of other conditions that needs quick attention without a trip to the ER, an urgent care center is a good option.

On Feb. 25, 2020 Bayfront Health gave area residents a sneak peak of their new urgent care facility which will be open for business on March 2. The facility, located at 2703 Forest Road in Spring Hill, is deceptively large. I say that because it has a normal sized storefront within the shopping center, but once you're inside, the space just keeps going. When you get past the waiting room, there are several patient exam rooms, a large x-ray room and an open nurses station, set up like a hospital.

The urgent care is strategically located to serve the residents of Timber Pines and nearby communities.

If you copy the address into Google Maps, be very careful because it may try to take you to a house on Forest Wood Ct off of Countyline Road. That is not going to work.

Once I managed to get the correct location into Google navigation, it wanted to take me behind the shopping center. That also will not work. Luckily I spotted a red urgent care sign on the marquee in front of the shopping center along US19 and was able to make the ribbon cutting ceremony on

From left to right: Urgent Care staff members Jordan, Kelly, Lyn, Jonas, Suzanne, Amanda; Ken Wicker, CEO Bayfront Health Brooksville, CJ Hamilton, CFO Bayfront Health Brooksville and Spring Hill, Amber Lipe ACFO Bayfront Health Brooksville and Spring Hill, Rebecca Dugan, Practice Administrator Bayfront Health Medical Group, Elisa Fadling, Director of Operations Bayfront Health Medical Group, Mike Irvin, CEO Bayfront Health Spring Hill.

time.

The Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting ceremony for Bayfront Health Urgent Care took place during the open house event on Feb. 25, 2020.

Ken Wicker, Bayfront Health- Brooksville CEO explained that two of their ER doctors will be staffing the urgent care: Dr. Roderick Bennett and Dr. Onier Villarreal Alejandro.

"We started this back in 2018. It's just been a journey," he said.

Jonas is eager to start work as an x-ray tech and medical assistant at the new urgent care facility.

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