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what Wiregrass would look like in the next five to 10 years,Weatherford said.They took a much longer view. “I never knew a man who could speak less and say more than Don Porter,” Weatherford said. Whatever project they worked on together,“it was always about the long-term sustainability and legacy of this community,” Weatherford said. “In my business, you get to meet a lot of families that have very large landholdings. It’s not rare for a family to have thousands of acres — there’s a lot them in the state of Florida,” Weatherford said. “But I’ve never met a family, I’ve never met a man — until I met Don — that was so keenly more focused on the future of his community than on how much money he would make off of it.” While Porter was proud of the accomplishments in the development arena, he would resist being credited as the leader or the patriarch of the family, J.D. Porter said. That role belonged to Don’s father, James Porter. J.D. Porter said his father, his uncles and the rest of the extended Porter family have shared a collective vision and a collective

Don Porter was described by state Rep. Will Weatherford as a ‘giant of a man.’ Porter died July 1 at age 73.

will for what has been done so far, and for the foundation that has been laid for future achievements. “Development was a very important part of his life,” J.D. Porter said.“But if you had a top five list, I’m not sure it would make it. “At No. 1 was family. It wasn’t just my mom, my sister and myself,” he said, but his dad also cared tremendously for his parents, his brothers and their families. Porter’s daughter, Quinn Miller, recalled a father who taught her how to ride a bicycle, accompanied her to father-daughter dances, and was her biggest fan during her softball days. Known for his deep, rich voice, Porter did some radio broadcasting in college and later in Zephyrhills. He also used those talents to announce Quinn’s softball and J.D.’s baseball games. “He was the voice of Berkeley Prep softball,” Miller said. Porter was quite the athlete himself. He held a baseball state record for years after striking out 20 of the 21 batters he faced during a championship. He attended Ole Miss on a baseball scholarship, and he used See PORTER, page 12

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After years of hard work and lobbying, the Pasco County Commission has taken the final step to expand and improve the Land O’ Lakes Community Center. In a unanimous vote last week, commissioners agreed to find an additional $500,000 for the project after bids came in higher than expected.The $2.4 million upgrades include expanding the existing building on the site to include the construction of a restroom, concession area and meeting room, as well as a picnic shelter, a small outdoor amphitheater, two

softball fields, a hybrid football and soccer field, a basketball court, a mile-long trail and parking for 250 vehicles. “Our park has waited a long time for this facelift,” said Sandy Graves, one of the community leaders who have championed improvements at the park, located at 5401 Land O’ Lakes Blvd.“Thanks for making that dream become a reality today.” Last year, commissioners put aside $1.9 million to make the improvements, and put the project out to bid in February. When the bids came back, however, Construction Technology Group Inc. of Plant City had the lowest bid at $2.24 million.Trias Construction LLC of Lutz was not

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ob Moore is the kind of guy that likes to stay out of the way in the Paradise Lakes home he shares with wife Nancy. He paints, he sculpts. He collects stamps. And he makes regular trips back home to Canada to see his family. But Moore, however, has had a tough time staying out of the way of history. He served 39 years with the Canadian armed forces, signing up when he was just 17 just a few years after World War II. And along the way he ensured one Olympic Games in Montreal was properly supplied, and he designed a coat of arms for a military school that was personally signed off by Queen Elizabeth II. Oh, and he won the Nobel Peace prize, too. “I was part of one of the first peacekeeping operations in history,” Moore said, not minding at all that he’s shared this story many times before. “We were told that we would join a force of U.N. soldiers three days before Christmas. I barely had time to spend the holidays with my family.” It was 1956, and Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser had taken control of the Suez Canal, a 120-mile artificial waterway that allows ships to travel between Europe and eastern Asia without having to sail around Africa. The United Kingdom and France didn’t take the naturalization well, since they had a 100-year lease, and they joined forces with Israel to try and take back the waterway. The United Nations knew something had

to be done to prevent all-out war in the Middle East. So it pulled together military troops from nations that weren’t directly involved in the conflict, like Canada, and sent them in to help calm the situation down. “We got to Halifax, and we boarded the HMCS Magnificent,” Moore said. “It was an aircraft carrier, but there was no aircraft for this voyage. Instead, the deck was strewn with all this equipment, and about 6,000 soldiers from 11 different countries.” MICHAEL HINMAN/STAFF PHOTO When the Magnificent ar- Bob Moore, who retired to Paradise Lakes years ago, rived at the Suez Canal, Moore shows off a coat of arms he designed for the Regional said he was shocked at what Cadet Instructor School in Ontario, where he was a comsoldiers found. Nasser had mander. This particular copy was signed off and approved blocked access to the canal by by Queen Elizabeth II. sinking a large number of ships at the entrance. him in a ceremony that included Pasco “I got there and looked from the deck of County commissioner Pat Mulieri. the aircraft carrier, and counted 36 sunken In his time traveling around the world, ships,” Moore said. Moore picked up five languages, including He was part of a contingent of troops that Swahili, although he still doesn’t feel commade their way across the Sinai Desert, fol- pletely comfortable with French. He raised lowing retreating Israeli forces.The trip was two sons on his own after his first wife died. hard through the desert, especially since Dwayne became a scientist and is now part Israel was destroying roads and buildings on owner of an environmental company in its way back. Maine, while Michael followed his father into The Israelis spared an old British air force the military, and is still there today. base, which Moore camped out in for some Moore retired in 1991 when he was 57, time. It was riddled with bullet holes, and did and almost immediately found a home in not have much of a roof. At night, it would Pasco County. get cold, so they would use debris from the “I was always a nudist, and I was looking building to keep the fire going. for some place where people lived who be“When we ran out of wood there, we lieved in the same,” Moore said. ended up burning the chairs we were sitting He met Nancy while visiting Paradise in,” Moore said. Lakes from his then New Port Richey home, In 1988, the Norwegian Nobel Committee and they settled into their own condo at decided to give its Peace Prize to U.N. Paradise Lakes in 1998. Peacekeeping forces. As part of that initial Moore may have accomplished a lot in his force, Moore received a small medallion cele- life, but he’s even prouder of what his chilbrating the honor, which was later pinned to dren and grandchildren have accomplished,

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Grove 16 Cobb Theatres, 6333 Wesley Grove Blvd., in Wesley Chapel, is hosting its free summer kids shows at 10 a.m., every Tuesday,Wednesday and Thursday. Upcoming shows are “The Lego Movie” and “The Nut Job” through July 17, and “Despicable Me 2” and “Babe” July 22-24.All movies are rated PG. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Schools, groups and camps are welcome. Same-day ticketing only. For information, call (813) 948-5444.

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The Meadow Pointe community in Wesley Chapel is offering yoga for fitness and focus. Power yoga is Mondays and Thursdays at 7 p.m., stretch yoga is Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m., and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m., and restorative nidra monthly is offered on a Sunday at 7 p.m., for $10. For information, email kellyllisa.yoga@outlook.com.

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The Immaculate Heart of Mary Tampa Homeschool and Parent Conference will be at St. Lawrence Parish’s Higgins Hall, 5225 N. Himes Ave., July 17 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., and July 18 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Guest speakers include the Rev. John Blum, Joseph Pearce, Colleen Hammond, Domenico Ruggiero and Virginia Seuffert. Admission is free and preregistration is not required. For information, visit IHMConference.org.

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The GFWC Lutz-Land O’ Lakes Woman’s Club will resume its crafting meetings July 17 at 9:30 a.m., at the Lutz Community Center on the corner of U.S. 41 and Lutz Lake Fern Road.The meetings are every Thursday and open to the public. For information, visit GFWCLutzLandOLakesWomansClub.org.

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The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts, 400 N.Ashley Drive in Tampa, is hosting the MacDonald Training Center Art Show “Hot Art, Cool Crowd” July 17 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.The event includes an MTC historical photo exhibit and complimentary refreshments. Proceeds from art sales will benefit MTC artists and the fine arts studio. Admission is free. For information, visit MacDonaldCenter.org/events.

OLD LUTZ SCHOOL SPRUCE-UP

The Old Lutz School, 18819 U.S. 41, is hosting a spruce-up July 26 from 8 a.m. to noon.Volunteers are needed for indoor cleaning, light yard work, and organizing storage.A general meeting will follow. For information, call Ben Nevel at (813) 3345712, or Suzin Carr at (813) 453-5256. Tampapalooza will be at the Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. 301 in Tampa,Aug. 2-3 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event will include local food, local craft beer, kids activities, farmer’s market, music, raffles, stilt walkers, and an aerial yoga show.Admission is free. For information, call (800) 345-3247, or visit Tampapalooza.com.

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J.F. Swartsel Masonic Lodge, 3109 Lutz Lake Fern Road in Lutz, will host its monthly Friday fish fry July 18 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Cost is $8 for carryout or $10 for eat-in.

ROTARY CLUB MEETING

The Rotary Club of Lutz will meet July 22 at 7 a.m., at Heritage Harbor Golf & Country Club, 19502 Heritage Harbor Parkway in Lutz. Guest speaker is Michael Sawyer of Tech Guys.A continental breakfast will be served for $10. For information, call (813) 857-7089.

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The Downtown New Port Richey Art Gallery, 6231 Grand Blvd., will host a digital camera workshop July 23 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Local camera expert Jim Smetson will teach the workshop “What Went Wrong.” Cost is $20 per person. Seating is limited.To RSVP, call (727) 848-6500, or email nprgallery1@gmail.com.

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University Area Community Development Corporation’s 2014 University Area Nonprofit Summit is July 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 14013 N. 22nd St., in Tampa. Community leaders and nonprofit agencies are invited to develop new paradigms in service delivery, remove barriers to care, and build capacity to create a prosperous community.The fee of $20 includes breakfast and lunch.To register by July 18, visit UACDC.org.

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Keystone Community Church, 21010 State Road 54 in Lutz, is hosting a free vacation Bible school Aug. 1-2 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., for children ages 4-12. For information, call (813) 948-4522, or visit KeystoneCommunity.org.

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The Library Anime & Manga Enthusiasts Convention will be Aug. 2 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Aug. 3 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.There will be an Anime dance night, costume contest, manga grab bags, vendors’ room, artist alley, panel discussions, gaming room, movie room, a café, and cosplay and trivia contests.Admission is free.The convention is at both the Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, and the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Center, 3032 Collier Parkway. For information, visit LAMECon.com, or LAMECon 2014 on Facebook.

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Charles Visalli of Time For Wine is hosting the wine workshop “Passport to Italy Teach and Taste Event”Aug. 6 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Dash of Salt N’ Pepper, 10353 Cross Creek Blvd., in New Tampa.There will be food and wine pairings of Italy, appetizer samples with recipes, and a cruise presentation. Class size is limited to 30 guests. Cost is $15 per person, or $25 per couple.To reserve a spot, call (813) 664-1430.

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VOLUNTEER FOR BOOKS FOR TROOPS

Books for Troops needs volunteers to sort and pack books in its storage unit at 54 UStore in Lutz. Day and evening opportunities are available.All hours contributed are eligible for Presidential Service awards.The organization is approved for National Honor Society service hours.To complete an online application, visit BooksForTroops.org.

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Children in a reading level up to sixth grade can earn a free book through Barnes & Noble by reading any eight books and completing a reading log.The summer program runs through Sept. 2 at participating locations. Offer is good while supplies last. Limit is one free book per customer.

MORNING GROUP FITNESS

The Oakstead Community, 3038 Oakstead Blvd., in Land O’ Lakes, is offering a morning group fitness class on Monday,Wednesday and Friday at 9 a.m.This is a low-impact class with cardio and resistant training. Cost is $5 per class. For information, call instructor Julie Brucker at (813) 996-7186.

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Wesley Chapel Cadet Squadron of Civil Air Patrol, located at the North Tampa Aero Park just off State Road 54, meets every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m., next to the airport hangar. Cadets range from 12 to 21 years old, and senior members are 18 and older. For information and a schedule of activities, visit WesleyChapelCAP.com.

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The Friends of the Land O’ Lakes Library, 2818 Collier Parkway, are looking for new members and gently used books. Books can be donated at the library Tuesday through Saturday. New member applications can be filled out at the library. For information, call (813) 929-1214.

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The Laker/Lutz News has earned two top awards from the Florida Press Association. During its annual conference July 11 in Coral Gables, the association awarded The Laker news editor Michael Hinman with two first place prizes in local government reporting and general news. The local government award was based on a series of stories in 2013 about the nowcancelled elevated toll road project that had been planned over a 33-mile stretch between Zephyrhills and New Port Richey along the State Road 54/56 corridor. The general news award was based on coverage of a flood insurance town hall meeting held by U.S. Rep. Gus Bilirakis last December. The Laker competed in the top circulation category in the state, against similar weeklies with circulation of 15,000 or more. “Community newspapers are more important than ever before, because many times they are the only place you will find the stories important to you,” said Diane Kortus, publisher of The Laker. “Our re-

porters deliver those stories each week, and we’re proud to get this recognition at a statewide level.” Judges called Hinman’s coverage of the elevated toll road a “well-researched series of articles” that “looked at pitfalls of similar projects, and presented the pros and cons of the road.” In reporting about a town hall meeting hosted by Bilirakis about rising flood insurance rates, judges said Hinman had a “nice use of observation to capture the mood at the meeting,‘Groans, interruptions, occasional applause.” Judges also noted Hinman’s “concise explanation of the impact of the Reform Act.” The Florida Press Association is a statewide organization that promotes weekly and daily newspapers. Its annual Better Weekly Newspaper Contest recognizes strong reporting, photography, online work and graphical artwork among all its member newspapers in Florida. Since 2011, The Laker/Lutz News has won 20 awards from the Florida Press Association, reflecting its continued dedication to community news.

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In the past few months I have used my column to boast about our recent industry audit, which reports that our newspapers have more readers than ever before. Today I want to tell you why that is. But first, a brief recap. According to this statistically valid research,The Laker/Lutz News is read by 79 percent of households in Lutz, Land O’ Lakes,Wesley Chapel and Zephyrhills — or more than 64,000 people every week. This is a readership increase of 10 percentage points in the past five years — an achievement we are quite proud of, especially when considering most newspapers are reporting fewer readers, reducing frequency, shrinking in size, or being discontinued altogether. So, what are we doing different here at The Laker/Lutz News to buck those downward trends? It comes down to three things. 1. In our audit, we added questions that asked readers what types of news and stories they wanted to read in their community paper. 2.We accepted the survey results as fact and began focusing more on topics readers ranked as most important. 3.We hired additional professional journalists who are experienced reporters, excellent writers and passionate about community journalism. It’s this third element I want to write about today. After I became publisher in 2009, it took

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He received first place in best local government coverage for his outstanding coverage of the proposed elevated toll road along the State Road 54/56 corridor. He also took top honors in general news about a town hall last year hosted by U.S. Rep Gus Bilirakis, bringing to light major problems with flood insurance in our county. Next is Community Editor B.C. Manion, whose byline has graced our pages for four years. She is our most experienced journalist, coming to us after 23 years with The Tampa Tribune, where she covered everything from city government to schools to regional planning. But her love is writing about interesting people, organizations and places, and that’s mostly what she does for us. B.C. has been

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ARIAS, BARBER, TERKOSKI GRADUATE FROM USAF BOOT CAMP Arias is a 2012 graduate of Colonial High School in Orlando, and is the son of Gladys Valencia of Orlando, and grandson of Lucy Arroyave of Land O’ Lakes. Barber is a 2013 graduate of Countryside High School in Safety Harbor, and is the son of Kelly Barber-Rawe of Safety Harbor and Jesse Barber of Land O’ Lakes. Terkoski is the son of Eugene and Shannon Terkoski of Lutz, and a 2009 graduate of Sunlake High School. He earned an associate’s degree in 2013 from Hillsborough Community College.

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Dr. Rick Robertson, left, and Dr. David Scamard, board certified optometric physicians who care for families at The Eye Care Professionals in Lutz.

Two physicians with 32 years experience Dr. Rick Robinson has joined Dr. David Scamard as the second board certified optometric physician at The Eye Care Professionals on SR 54 in Lutz. Drs. Robinson and Scamard have been friends since college when both were students at Nova Southeastern Optometry School in Ft. Lauderdale. They graduated in 1999 and each has had successful careers in private practice. Dr. Robinson has practiced at locations in Naples, Florida and Tuscan, Arizona, and Dr. Scamard in Tampa and Lutz. “Working together here in Lutz is ideal because our expertise complements each other especially well,” said Dr. Robinson. “I specialize in contact lenses and Dr. Scamard is excellent providing care for the entire family.” With Dr. Robinson joining the practice, The Eye Care Professionals is now open every day except Sunday, including extended evening hours. “We want people to know we’re always here for them at a time that’s most convenient for them,” said Dr. Scamard. “Plus, we’re available 24/7 in case of an emergency. The Eye Care Professionals has a beautiful showroom displaying an extensive collection of frames, including trendy designer styles

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Three local soldiers have graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, in San Antonio,Texas. U.S. Air Force Airman David J. Arias, Airman Jesse B. Barber, and Airman 1st Class John Terkoski completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate’s degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

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Local Troop 148 and Scoutmaster Bryan Noll recognized some of its members with awards, rank advancements and merit badges at a recent Court of Honor June 17. The troop is made up of boys from New Tampa and Wesley Chapel, and meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m., at St. Mark Evangelist Catholic Church on Cross Creek Blvd., in New Tampa. Interested families can stop by a meeting, or call the church at (813) 907-7746.

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It might be difficult to pronounce, but it’s easy to die from it. It’s Naegleria fowleri, a killer amoeba that can be found in lakes, rivers and ponds during warmer temperatures. Although there are only 34 reported cases of infection from this amoeba in the state since 1962, the Florida Department of Health is cautioning those who swim in places where the amoeba can be found to avoid nasal contact with the waters. Otherwise those exposed to the amoeba risk primary amebic meningoencephalitis, a disease that usually leads to death once infected. Health officials recommend the following: • Avoid water-related activities in bodies of warm freshwater, hot springs, and thermally polluted water such as those found around power plants.

• Avoid water-related activities in warm freshwater during periods of high water temperature and low water levels. • Hold the nose shut or use nose clips when taking part in water-related activities in bodies of warm freshwater, such as lakes, rivers or hot springs. • Avoid digging in or stirring up the sediment while taking part in water-related activities in shallow, warm freshwater areas. • Exposure to the amoeba can also occur when using neti pots to rinse sinuses or conducting religious rituals with tap water. Use only boiled and cooled, distilled or sterile water. Symptoms of exposure include headache, fever, nausea, disorientation, vomiting, stiff neck, seizures, loss of balance and hallucinations.Anyone who experiences any of these symptoms after swimming in any warm body of water should seek immediate medical help.

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This is the moonshiner’s cabin that Don Porter’s family lived in when they moved to Wesley Chapel. The house had no electricity, and Porter’s mother, Martha, prepared meals on a Coleman stove.

PORTER, from page 1 the signing bonus he received from the Houston Colt 45s to buy his family’s home on land now occupied by the hospital. Miller said her dad taught her to think for herself. She remembers being frustrated by him when she would want to commiserate over a problem or disappointment, and he wouldn’t let her or offer her advice. Instead, he listened and then asked her questions. She now understands that he wanted her to arrive at her own solutions. “He had a way of offering perspective by forcing introspection, not (offering) his opinion,” Miller said. Porter’s cousin, Mike Gramling, and Porter’s friends Will Roberts, Doug Manson and Tom Touchton, also spoke at the memorial. When the Porters arrived in Wesley Chapel, there was no electricity and the family lived in a moonshiner’s cabin, Gramling said. Porter’s mother, Martha, prepared meals on a Coleman stove. Porter learned to drive a tractor when he was 6, and he didn’t have a store-bought shirt until he went to college, Gramling said. Roberts said they used to joke that Porter was “sweater-rich.” “He had more sweaters than Bill Cosby,” Roberts said. He recalled a time when Porter took him, his brother and J.D. to a basketball game at the University of South Florida Sun Dome. Porter was wearing a beret, a sweater, brown leather pants and black Italian zippered ankle boots. “Nowadays, the sight of man dressed like that with three young boys might be cause for an Amber Alert. But that was Don in all of his glory,” Roberts said, drawing a roar of laughter from the nearly 240 at the memorial. Manson was in his late 20s when he met Porter.

Those closest to Don Porter said his life was centered on his family. From left, Porter’s son, J.D., his wife, Lajuana and Porter in the back row and Quinn, his daughter, on Lajuana’s lap.

It was obvious, he said, that Porter’s life was centered on his family. The two men never had a conversation that didn’t begin with an update on their families. When Manson had a problem he didn’t know how to solve, he turned to Porter, who would listen for as long as it took, whether that was a few minutes or hours. “He showed me what friendship is,” Manson said. Porter was a multi-dimensional man, with many interests, said Touchton, who knew Porter for about 60 years. One of his favorite poets was Lawrence Ferlinghetti, of the beat poet generation. Porter especially liked Ferlinghetti’s “I am Waiting,” which repeated this phrase,“I am perpetually awaiting the rebirth of wonder.” “I suggest Don has to wait no longer,” Touchton said,“because in leaving us, he has finally found his rebirth of wonder.”

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CENTER, from page 1 Graves, however, had a different idea. The county is sitting on $3.7 million of impact fees dedicated to a proposed project for Raymond James Financial. Since that project has yet to move forward, some of those dollars could be directed to the Land O’ Lakes project, Graves said. Commissioners, however, disagreed. “I would hate to see us start changing an agreement that we have with Raymond James,” Commissioner Ted Schrader said. The St. Petersburg financial company announced in 2011 that it planned to

build two 100,000-square-foot buildings on Wiregrass Ranch property, bringing 750 jobs to the county by 2024. Although some of those jobs were expected to come as early as this year, no work has begun at the site yet. In the end, commissioners stuck with their original plan to borrow from reserves, giving the thumbs up to let the work finally begin. Commissioner Pat Mulieri is grateful for the final vote, as she said it will free up some of her phone time now. “That Land O’ Lakes group is tenacious,” the retiring commissioner said.“And Sandy, you don’t have to call me anymore.”

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Giving the gift of vision, one pair of eyeglasses at a time By B.C. Manion

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Charley Chaney has been an optician for decades, helping others get a clearer view of the world. Besides providing services to local customers, the owner of The Optical Shop and Showroom at 24444 State Road 54 in Lutz, also volunteers his skills to Living in Faith Ministry. Rev. Russ Montgomery, president of Living in Faith Ministry, also is an optician. He met Chaney in 2006 through Professional Opticians of Florida. Montgomery said Living in Faith began after he had visited Cuba in the mid-1990s and was handed some eyeglass prescriptions and asked if he could help. “So, I went and paid full retail price to have the glasses made, and I said,‘Lord, if this is what you want me to do, make it affordable,’” he said.“About six phone calls later, I was in touch with an optician up in Maryland and we started making glasses through him.” During the past two decades, the ministry has branched into Haiti and has conducted eye exams and distributed more than 20,000 pairs of eyeglasses. The ministry also tests for glaucoma and arranges cataract surgeries to be done by volunteer American-trained ophthalmologists. Montgomery trained so he could conduct eye exams and do glaucoma testing. “When my friend in Maryland passed away, we used few other people (to make glasses), but our volume was too high for them,” he said.“And then I met Charley, and he’s been a huge blessing.” When Chaney found out what Montgomery was doing, he got involved. “It seemed worthwhile,” Chaney said. “When you hear the stories about how people can’t afford glasses, and you hear that

There are different ways to help Living in Faith with its vision ministry. The Optical Shop and Showroom, 2444 State Road 54 in Lutz, is collecting used DVDs and videotapes to sell in its shop. All proceeds will benefit Living in Faith.

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Lutz optician Charley Chaney has fabricated thousands of pairs of eyeglasses for poor people living in Haiti and Cuba. He volunteers his skills to a ministry called Living in Faith, based in North Tampa.

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they are sometimes led in by their arms. They’re 50 years old and they haven’t had an eye exam in their whole lives. Some of these people literally cannot see their hand in front of their face.” The Lutz optician does the lab work, fabricating glasses from the orders Montgomery delivers.

“Out of all of the optical shops in the (Tampa) Bay area, this is the only one that’s helped us consistently,” Montgomery said. “We had one in Pinellas County that maybe made 20 glasses and they said, ‘That’s it.’ A couple of other ones might make 10 or 12 and that’s it.” But Chaney will stay after hours to work on the ministry’s glasses, Montgomery added. Chaney’s experience and technical skills enable him to resolve difficult cases. The ministry uses frames that are donated by various distributors, Montgomery said, noting,“we’ll get frames with price tags on them anywhere from $200 to $500.” The ministry sells its eyeglasses in Haiti for $30 a pair, but will provide eyeglasses for free when someone simply has no means of paying, Montgomery said. “We’re trying to give them something

that’s functional and practical at a reasonable price,” Chaney said. The need for vision assistance is enormous, Montgomery said. “We’re seeing people who have extremely strong prescriptions.We’re getting a lot of people in that are 20/200,” he said, compared to normal vision, which is 20/20. “We have people in Haiti that have not seen the night stars for years. With their glasses, they can see the beauty,” Montgomery said.“We’re a mile away from a mountain down there. We’ve got people who haven’t seen the mountain for years.” Montgomery plans to travel to the mountains of Haiti, at 5,300 feet, specifically searching for people who have mature cataracts. “We know they’re there.They’re probably stuck in their homes,” he said.“They can’t get out. Cataract surgery is a 20-minute surgery and it gives them new life.” He believes Living in Faith is a ministry that offers people a chance to see God’s love in action. “In the book of John, it talks about the blind man,” Montgomery said. “He’s been blind since birth.The Pharisees were asking, ‘Whose sin was it, the man or the parents?’ “Jesus said,‘Neither, but his condition was such that when he was healed, the people would see the hand of God at work,” Montgomery said.

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Seven months might seem like a long time to await a decision. But when it comes to building major roads, time isn’t always on your side. Florida Department of Transportation District 7 secretary Paul Steinman announced to Pasco County commissioners last week that the Federal Highway Administration has approved a new interchange that will connect Interstate 75 with Overpass Road. The project will add yet another entry into the county in an area where Wesley Chapel District Park already exists and a new high school is planned, and could even alleviate current and future congestion on State Road 52 to the north, and State Road 54 to the south. “The exciting part of that is that it does open up the east side of the county for you once it gets developed,” Steinman said at the meeting. The Overpass Road interchange will provide additional access in the Wesley Chapel area as well as East Pasco County, where several developments have been approved, or

are in various stages of planning or construction, such as Pasadena Hills. That is a 22,000-acre project that will create more than a dozen high-density villages that could help the area manage growth for that region over the next few decades. To build the interchange, FILE PHOTO that portion of Overpass Road near I-75 will be expanded to Overpass Road will finally get its connection with four lanes with the possibility of Interstate 75, the first step toward what could be Pasco expanding into six in the future. County’s new hot spot with sports fields, schools and a Eventually, the plans are to ex- massive community that could help fuel growth over the tend Overpass to connect Old next 50 years. Pasco Road and U.S. 301 in Zephyrhills. But the clock is ticking, county planning The cost for the project will be more than and development director Richard Gehring $55 million, and while federal money will told commissioners. eventually be available to the county, officials “Whenever you get this finally inked and have to show initially they’re able to fund the approved, you have eight years to construct,” overall work on their own. Funds could he said. If the county fails to do that, federal come from an expanded gas tax, Penny for approval of the project is withdrawn, and Pasco funds, and even mobility fees. both the county and the state would have to “Whether the state or federal government apply all over again. will put in any money, you can’t depend on Population studies have shown the numthat,” county transportation planning manag- ber of people who live in the area Overpass er James Edwards told The Laker last January. would serve will explode 400 percent to

218,000 people by 2035. Right now, just fewer than 60,000 people live in the area. Capacity on I-75 also will increase through that area from the current 51,000 vehicles daily between State Roads 52 and 54, to 165,800 in 2040.That kind of volume would create traffic nightmares for existing interchanges in San Antonio to the north and Wesley Chapel to the south. It could even back up State Road 56 just north of the Hillsborough County line. The county may have been waiting for months to hear back from Washington, D.C., but plans to improve Overpass Road have been afoot for more than a decade. In 2003, county officials first looked at how the road could be improved between Old Pasco and Fort King roads, without looking at any potential connection with I-75. That changed with a new study in 2006 that gained favorable reviews from FDOT and federal highway officials. Because the interstate is a federal road, any connections to it would have to be approved by the federal government.To show the viability of such a plan, the county produced a project development and environment study and a preliminary interchange justification report, officials said.

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Seeking seniors: Sports group offers fun times, friendship By Michael Murillo mmurillo@lakerlutznews.com

Seniors might live a less-active lifestyle than they did when they were younger, but Walt Bockmiller thinks they still have time for softball, golf, tennis, bowling and maybe volleyball. If not all of those activities, maybe one or two of them. Bockmiller, a Land O’ Lakes resident, started Senior Sports in 2011, and he organizes regular events for older residents that include a wide variety of activities. Whatever people choose to do, there are plenty of benefits in getting out and being active, he said. “It’s an opportunity for them to get out and start doing something rather than just being home shopping or watching TV,” Bockmiller said. ”It gives them an opportunity to meet people in a different kind of environment.” Bockmiller began Senior Sports by setting up softball leagues, since many people have some experience with baseball or softball in their youth. That starting point proved extremely popular, and he now has around 90 participants for those games. Counting tennis, bowling and golf, Senior Sports boasts more than 150 participants, and he said that tennis could prove to be the most popular of them all. While softball is designed for men and women ages 60 and older, the other sports don’t have an age limit. He said players could be in their 40s through their 80s.The oldest softball player turned 90-years-old last month. At 71 years old himself, Bockmiller might be expected to ease up on his schedule, but it’s simply not in his nature. He worked in recreation and leisure services management, and over his 47-year career, Bockmiller organized several activities, both with and without sports themes.

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FOOTBALL CAMP JULY 25

Fifth Third Bank and NFL Hall of Fame linebacker Derrick Brooks will host a football camp July 25 at Gulf High School, 5355 School Road in New Port Richey. The camp, designed for athletes in first through eighth grades, will feature games and contests, as well as skills lessons from Brooks. Participants also will receive a team photo,T-shirt and autograph from Brooks. The camp runs from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. The cost is $53. To register, visit online at ProCamps.com/DerrickBrooksGulf.

NEW TENNIS LEAGUE

The Tri-County Tennis League is looking for individuals, teams and facilities to begin league play. It will include age divisions from 40s and older. League play also will feature ratings-only play regardless of age. For information, call Walt Bockmiller at (813) 527-8211.

MOOSE CHARITY GOLF CLASSIC JULY 19

The Moose Charity Golf Classic will be July 19 at the River Ridge Golf Club, 11022 Tee Time Circle in Port Richey. Registration is at noon, and the four-person scramble begins at 1 p.m.

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While he expected the participants to enjoy Senior Sports, he didn’t expect them to have quite as much fun as they’re having. He said people are “finding their smile,” and area residents who normally didn’t get out much are making friends and planning gettogethers off the field or court. Participants often go out to dinner, plan outings to see the Tampa Bay Rays, and even go on cruises together, Bockmiller said. Senior Sports is about sports, naturally, but without a focus on the competitive side. Instead, Bockmiller keeps the focus on having fun, giving out awards that are earned by good sportsmanship instead of athletic skill. Softball might appeal to more physically fit participants, while bowling is available for those who might not have that level of ability. Or, people can simply sign up to play whatever appeals to them. The activities are designed to be inexpensive and occur during various dates and times, allowing more seniors to participate. But whether a person plays every available activity or selects their favorite, or simply wants to meet new people, Bockmiller said they’ll come away with some fun memories and good people to share them. “There are a lot of friends that come out of this stuff. Some of my friends in tennis and golf, especially tennis, are friends for life,” he said. ”There’s a commonality that you have, and because of that you have a lot of laughs over the years. It’s just a lot of fun.” Co-ed slow-pitch softball is played from September through December, and again from mid-January through mid-April. Golf is played on a variety of courses year-round on Wednesdays. Bowling is played year-round in Lutz on Thursdays.Tennis and volleyball are new to the schedule. For more information about Senior Sports, contact Bockmiller at (813) 5278211.

Whatever sport a senior might enjoy, Walt Bockmiller probably has something on the schedule for them.

There will be cash awards to the top three places, closest-to-the-pin winners, raffles and other prizes. There also will be a car prize for a hole-in-one on the 13th hole. The cost is $45 per player. For information or to sponsor a hole, call Bob Farrell at (727) 534-2294.

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SPORT ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE FOR SENIORS

Senior Sports is seeking players older than 60 for a number of regular co-ed sporting events. The group participates in golf every Wednesday and bowling every Thursday. It also has added tennis and indoor volleyball. For more information, call Walt Bockmiller at (813) 527-8211.

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Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club, 12900 Lake Jovita Blvd., in Dade City, will host the Central Florida Open Championship Sept. 18-19. Up to 144 of the top professional and amateur golfers in central Florida are expected to compete on the club’s South course. Tee, range and custom flag sponsorships are available. For information, call Rick Weber at (352) 588-9200, or email rweber@lakejovita.com.

ROLLER DERBY GAME TO BENEFIT SHEPHERDS CENTER

Revolution Roller Derby, an all-female roller derby league, will play July 20 to benefit the Tarpon Springs Shepherds Center, which provides education, assistance and support to needy members of the community. Those who attend the game between the Rolling Valkyries from Tarpon Springs and NR3 from Sarasota are asked to bring canned or non-perishable food. The game begins at 6 p.m., at Astro Skate & Fun Centers, 875 Cypress St., in Tarpon Springs. The cost is $8 in advance or $10 at the

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Ejje Soccer Academy is accepting registrations for its Tiki-Taka Day Camp July 21-25 at 3032 Collier Parkway in Land O’ Lakes. The camp is named for Spanish-style soccer that emphasizes short, crisp passing, and ball control. Coaches from Spain’s soccer leagues will be on hand, and select attendees could be chosen to travel and showcase their talents in Spain. For information, call (813) 355-6671, or visit ProSoccerSpain.com.

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The state champion Sunlake High School cheerleading team will host a Little Seahawk Cheer Clinic over four days in July. The event is targeted toward students of Oakstead, Lake Myrtle, Denham Oaks, Odessa and Rushe middle schools. The clinic will be July 21-23 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. The cost is $25 per student and includes a T-shirt and an opportunity to cheer with the varsity team at a game. For information, email coach Pennye Garcia at pgarcia@pasco.k12.fl.us.

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The Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, offers scheduled tours through its obstetrics program. Guests can visit the mother-baby and birthing suites, and observe the Infant Safety and Security Program. The next tour date is July 19 at noon. Space is limited, and reservations are required. For information, call (727) 834-5630.

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The obstetrics program at Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, is offering a motivational class on the health benefits of breast-feeding July 19 at 1 p.m. The class will cover fundamentals and how to access support. Seating is limited, and reservations are required. For information, call (727) 834-5630.

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The Mobile Medical Unit, sponsored by the Pasco County Public Defender’s office, will be at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic

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Gulfside Hospice & Palliative Care is hosting an orientation for new shop volunteers July 30 at 9 a.m., at the Lutz Thrift Shoppe, 1930 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. Volunteers must be at least 15 years old. Space is limited, and reservations are required. For information, call Jennifer Ball or Tracey Thompson at (813) 780-1235.

SURVIVING CANCER SEMINAR

Dr. Roberto Diaz from the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute will speak about surviving cancer Sept. 25 at 7 p.m., at Keystone Community Church, 21010 State Road 54, in Lutz. The program is free, and will cover new

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The Pasco County Chapter of National Alliance on Mental Illness offers two monthly support group meetings at 7 p.m. • Family & Friends Support Meetings: North Tampa Behavioral Health, 29910 State Road 56 in Wesley Chapel, the first and third Tuesday of each month.This group is for family and friends of those with mental illness. • NAMI Connections: NAMI Pasco Office, 6480 Jallo Plaza, 6480 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., Land O’ Lakes, every Tuesday.This group is for those living with mental illness. For information, call (727) 992-9653.

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July 16, 2014

Your First Choice for Cardiac Care “I made a great recovery and was back to work in two days.” ~ Steve M., a real patient of St. Joseph’s Hospital-North

Steve had chest pain, but he waited five days before going to the hospital. After discovering that he’d had a heart attack, he chose St. Joseph’s Hospital-North to repair the damage. St. Joseph’s Hospital-North specializes in treating heart attack patients and, when necessary, ensures rapid transfer to the catheterization lab for immediate treatment.

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