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Planning commission endorses Rye Road project

+ Ranch children visit food bank Children of the MOMS Club of Lakewood Ranch saw their philanthropic efforts come full circle April 9, as they visited the Food Bank of Manatee County.

In honor of National Nutrition Month in March, the children organized a food drive for the Food Bank, distributing flyers throughout their neighborhoods asking for canned food donations. They then spent their weekends collecting bags left by neighbors.

The children dropped off their collection to the Food Bank Monday, at which time they toured the facility and help unload donations.

MOMS Club Community Service Chairperson Carrie Schwarzbauer said the children collected 648 pounds of food — more than the children’s combined weight.

The organization also presented a $500 check to the Food Bank during the tour. The money will be used for highneed baby and toddler items, she said.

For information on the MOMS Club, visit www.lwrmomsgroup.com.

+ Veterans group forges into East County A local non-profit that helps remedy high levels of veteran unemployment nationwide is seeking the public’s support.

The Eagle Forge Foundation will host its first “Visual Arts for Veterans” fundraiser from 1-5 p.m. April 21, at Ed’s Tavern, 10719 Rodeo Drive, on Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

Some of the Suncoast’s top artistic talents will each be painting a unique veteranthemed work of art to be auctioned off at the end of the day.

Festivities will kick off with a 1 p.m. opening and will be followed by activities such as kids’ crafts, a raffle a public choice award.

For more on the event, visit www.visualartsforveterans.org.

For more about the foundation, visit www.eagleforge.org.

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Medallion Home is seeking a rezone and preliminary site plan approval for a 35-acre project on Rye Road.

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Volunteers Mary Bilkie and Barb Grundy said they look forward to packing the backpacks for the children and make sure to schedule their other activities around it.

FOOD FOR

THOUGHT The Lakewood Ranch-Sarasota Elks is feeding students on weekends through the Elks Feeding Empty Little Tummies program. School officials say the program is helping keep students focused in the classroom.

MANATEE COUNTY — Nineyear-old Kaitlyn Delgadillo looks like any other at Freedom Elementary School.

But the third-grader is a beneficiary of a special program called Elks Feeding Empty Little Tummies. Each Friday, members of the Lakewood Ranch-Sarasota Elks Lodge 2855 pack up backpacks filled with enough food for the weekend for students in need at Freedom and Gene Witt elementary schools, who take home the backpacks over the weekend and return them empty each Monday morning.

Delgadillo, who eats both breakfast and lunch at the Freedom, said the food supplied in the backpacks keep her belly

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HOW TO HELP Anyone wishing to make food donations should be sure to donate non-perishable, kidfriendly food items. Canned goods, for example, should have pull-top lids so children can prepare the food without a parent’s help.

Individuals also should assume families do not have access to a microwave.

Additionally, the Elks have a set “menu” for each week to simplify the food-purchasing process and make it more cost effective.

Menu items are listed as follows: apple sauce in cups, small cans of beans (pop top),

small cans of meat, small cans of vegetables, individual servings of beef ravioli, individual servings of beef stew, cheese crackers, fruit and granola bars, ramen noodles, canned fruit cocktail, pudding cups, fruit cups, juice boxes, raisins, shelf-ready single-serving cereals, boxed macaroni-n-cheese and dental hygiene products such as soap and shampoo.

Individuals wishing to contribute to the cause or volunteer can contact Rick Thorson at 981-5726.

For more info on the Lakewood Ranch-Sarasota Elks, visit www.lwrelks.org. For more on EFELT, visit www. bradentonelks1511.org.

MANATEE COUNTY — The Manatee County Planning Commission has given its approval recommendation for a proposed residential development near across from Gene Witt Elementary School.

The Planning Commission on April 12 recommended approval of a rezone and preliminary site plan for a 35-acre parcel at 181 Rye Road, across from Witt.

Pete Logan, president of Medallion Home, said his company acquired the land in December 2002, and now has decided to move forward with obtaining entitlements to the property.

“We don’t know quite yet in terms of the product that’s going to be there,” Logan said.

“We’re a bit out from being able to develop it. We’re trying to get things entitled and let the market dictate what we build there.”

The parcel’s unique guitarlike shape posed several development challenges, including setback and cul-de-sac requirements, lot sizes and more.

Logan said Medallion Home spent time trying to assemble other adjacent properties to make the parcel bigger but was unable to do so.

“We’ve elected to move forward without (more land),” he said.

As currently proposed and as recommended by the Planning Commission, Rye Road Subdivision would include 100 single-family detached residences — compared to the original 102 homes requested — at a gross density of about 2.9 dwelling units per acre. The neighbor-

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HISTORY The Elks Feeding Empty Little Tummies program started in the summer of 2010 after members of the Bradenton Elks Lodge 1511 learned about the number of children receiving free and reduced-price lunches in Manatee County public schools.

The national Elks foundation provided a $10,000 grant to launch the program, which started at two schools in January 2011, Bradenton Elks Lodge EFELT coordinator and Exalted Ruler Jeff Mitchell said. It since has expanded to include 11 schools and feed about 470 children weekly.

The Lakewood Ranch-Sarasota Elks began assisting with an existing Backpack Club program, which was started in mid2008 by East County student

TUMMIES/PAGE 1A filled on weekends.

“It’s really good,” Kaitlyn says of the program she knows simply as the Backpack Club. “Some of (the foods in there) are my favorite foods. If I don’t like them, I can give them to my brothers or sister.

“It changed my life,” she says.

“My mom can make more types of food. She’s happier.”

School administrators say the EFELT program is making a big difference at the school.

“We are their breakfast; we are their lunch,” Freedom Principal Jim Mennes said. “They might get something (at home), but is it nutritious? Is there (even) food in the house? (Because of the backpacks), we know they’re coming to us Monday ready to learn.”

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Each backpack holds two breakfast items, two lunches, two dinners and snacks.

Stephanie Covey, who is now in college, in early 2011. It took over the program recently and began packing backpacks weekly, instead of monthly as before, The backpacks, Mennes said, also foster a sense of belonging to the school that otherwise would be left unfulfilled.

“They know we care for them beyond their education,” he said.

Witt Guidance Counselor Cathe Mapp, who coordinates with EFELT on behalf of Witt students, agreed.

“The children remember to come on Fridays,” she says. “You would think we were giving them bags of gold. They bring them back on Monday. They are so excited about it. It’s amazing.”

A GROWING NEED

In a portable at Freedom Elementary School, Elks members Mary Bilkie and Barb Grundy circle briskly around a grocery aislestyle shelf stocked with food.

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after getting start-up support from the Bradenton lodge.

Lakewood Ranch-Sarasota Elks Exalted Ruler Rick Thorson, who oversees the EFELT East program, local Elks members are excited to participate and the organization always is seeking donations and other support for the cause.

“We’re concerned with what’s going on in our community — all Elks are,” Thorson said. “It takes about $1,000 a month to feed the children these children (in East County).”

Most recently, the EFELT earned a $1,500 grant March 8, from the Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch.

Thorson said grants like the one from the Rotary help provide much-needed food for the Elks and help the organization continue its philanthropic efforts.

From tables around it, they pick up packages of food and deposit them into backpacks, which then are piled in a corner for delivery.

These backpacks are designated for children at Freedom and black backpacks in an opposite corner for children at Witt.

“I didn’t realize there were so many homeless,” Bilkie says, as she puts a can of soup in a bag. “I can’t imagine my son growing up living out of a car.”

Grundy agreed.

“You don’t realize (the need),” she says. “There’re this many people without food.”

Currently, there are nearly 1,300 Manatee public school students who have been identified as homeless at some point within this school year, said social worker Deborah Bailey, who co-

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ordinates Manatee County Public Schools’ Project Heart program, which assists students and families who are or are at-risk of being homeless.

Tara, Bashaw, Braden River, Gullett, Witt, Freedom, McNeal and Willis elementary schools combined have more than 100 “homeless” students enrolled, excluding children in migrant families, and nearly 30 students between Lakewood Ranch and Braden River high schools are classified by the district as homeless, she says.

“There might have been more children in those schools (who have been homeless at some point),” she says. “There’s a lot of mobility with this population.”

Bailey says programs such as EFELT are making a big difference in the lives of Manatee’s youth, because homeless and atrisk children often lack stability, face overcrowding at home and don’t have a quiet place to do schoolwork, among other challenges.

“There are some kids who might not have sufficient food on the weekend without (the backpacks),” she says. “For those who (it is a pressing issue), that takes a lot of pressure off the family.”

Bilkie and Grundy say they are more than happy to help. They not only love being on campus, hearing the sounds of children on the playground while they pack, but also knowing that one of them could be a child who benefits from EFELT. “I have no clue who it is (that gets the food), but it’s a good feeling to know you’re helping,” Bilkie says. “(This)’s one of the best hours I spend.”

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The proposal now goes before the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners May 3, for approval.

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IN OTHER BUSINESS The Planning Commission also heard requests for a general development plan for a 170,000 square feet of commercial retail or office space on 30 acres at the northwest and northeast corners of U.S. 301 and Harrison Ranch Boulevard.

The board also heard a request for approval of a general development plan for a 1,282home development on 656 acres in Parrish.

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fraudulent filings By Pam Eubanks | News Editor

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East County resident Joe Comforto has been battling identity theft for five years. This year, however, the thieves used his information to commit tax fraud.

MANATEE COUNTY — Over the last few years, Joe Comforto’s mailbox has become a receptacle for things he never ordered — and never wished to find.

Magazines sent to his address under a different name. Letters from credit-card companies explaining they couldn’t authenticate his information and would not issue him a new card. And a plethora of other reminders his identity has been stolen.

And just last month, when Comforto’s accountant went to file his taxes, he discovered they already had been filed. However, neither Comforto — nor the federal government — knows by whom.

Comforto reported what he and his accountant discovered to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office. His identity also was used by an unknown person to attempt to open a credit-card account, the Sheriff’s Office report stated.

“What happens is nobody wins in a situation like this,” Comforto said pointing to men’s fitness magazine addressed to a Charles Crawford that arrived in his mailbox. “We lose. The government loses. These magazine (companies) lose.”

“I feel so violated,” he said.

“We feel so violated. It’s obviously (become) an epidemic.”

Since the tax season began, the Sheriff’s Office has filed more than a dozen identitytheft incident reports in the East County alone. The majority of those involve the suspect filing a false tax return with the Internal Revenue Service.

Mike Dobzinski, spokesman for the IRS in Florida, said criminals create the returns by creating fraudulent W-2 forms and other documents once they obtain an in-

BY THE NUMBERS • The IRS reports more than 460,000 taxpayers have been affected by identity theft since 2008.

• With respect to these taxpayers, the IRS estimates it protected $1.4 billion in refunds from being sent to thieves in calendar year 2011.

• In 2011, the IRS identified and prevented the issuance of more than $14 billion in fraudulent refunds in total.

— Testimony by Steven Miller, deputy commissioner for Services and Enforcement of the IRS

dividual’s Social Security number, for example.

“Some of the sources criminals have used are schools, hospitals and other institutions,” Dobzinksi said. “They’re either somebody inside, or they can obtain the information online, or they can buy it from somebody. There’re different mechanisms they can use.

“We empathize with each and every one of those people who go through it, because it can be a time-intensive process (to correct),” Dobzinski said.

And the issue of identity theft — as it relates to tax fraud, in particular — garnered national attention as Steven Miller, deputy commissioner for Services and Enforcement of the IRS, testified before the Senate Committee on Finance and the Subcommittee on Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Growth March 20.

In his speech, Miller noted the IRS has seen a “sig-

nificant increase” in the refund fraud schemes and schemes involving identity theft, in particular.

Although Comforto’s experience with identity theft began about five years ago, this year was the first time he became a victim of tax fraud.

“Last year, we filed our taxes early enough they couldn’t get us,” his wife, Doreen Comforto, said, noting the couple was only going to get about $100 back.

“This year, unfortunately (we didn’t). The horrible part is the burden of proof is on our shoulders, not the perpetrator’s. This whole situation can wear a person out. We’re losing big-time.

Everything we do, we have to double-, triple- and quadruplecheck.”

Although the IRS recognizes it cannot stop identity theft completely, it has launched several programs to address the issue.

“Fighting identity theft will be an ongoing battle for the IRS and one where we cannot afford to let up,” Miller said.

“The identity theft landscape is constantly changing, as identity thieves continue to create new ways of stealing personal information and using it for their gain. We at the IRS must continually review our processes and policies to ensure that we are doing everything possible to minimize the incidence of identity theft and to help those who find themselves victimized by it.”

Joe Comforto said he does not blame the IRS or other agencies for his ordeal but does wish more could be done to prevent identity theft and to help individuals like him, who have had their identity stolen.

As a victim, however, Comforto said he can help raise awareness of the issue so that others, hopefully, can avoid situations like his own.

“Make sure you double-check every credit card you get,” Comforto said, noting individuals should question even mere dollars that seem unaccounted for in billing statements. “In doing nothing, you’re as bad as the person doing something to you. You’ve got to make people aware. I love my magazines, but I’m not Charles Crawford.”

Contact Pam Eubanks at peubanks@yourobserver.com.

IDENTITY THEFT TIPS • The IRS does not initiate contact with taxpayers by email or socialmedia tools to request personal or financial information. The IRS does not send emails stating you are being electronically audited or that you are getting a refund.

If you receive a scam email claiming to be from the IRS, forward it to the IRS at phishing@irs.gov.

• Identity thieves access your personal information by many different means, including: stealing your wallet or purse; posing as someone who needs information about you through a phone call or email; looking through your trash for personal information; or accessing information you provide to an unsecured Internet site.

• If your Social Security number is stolen, another individual may use it to get a job. That person’s employer may report income earned by them to the IRS using your SSN, thus making it appear you did not report all of your income on your tax return. When this occurs, you should contact the IRS to show the income is not yours.

• Your identity may have been stolen if a letter from the IRS indicates more than one tax return was filed for you or the letter states you received wages from an employer you don’t know.

• If your tax records are not currently affected by identity theft, but you believe you may be at risk because of a lost wallet, questionable creditcard activity or credit report, you need to provide the IRS with proof of your identity. You should submit a copy of your valid government-issued identification, such as a Social Security card, driver’s license or passport, along with a copy of a police report and/or a completed IRS Form 14039, Identity Theft Affidavit, which should be faxed to the IRS at 1 (978) 684-4542.

• Show your Social Security card to your employer when you start a job or to your financial institution for tax reporting purposes. Do not routinely carry your card or other documents that display your SSN. • While preparing your tax return for electronic filing, make sure to use a strong password to protect the data file. Once your return has been e-filed, save the file to a CD or flash drive and then delete the personal return information from your hard drive.

Stolen wallet?: If you become the victim of identity theft outside of the tax system or believe you are at risk due to a lost/stolen purse or wallet, or suspicious credit-card activity, for example, you can contact the IRS at the Identity Protection Specialized Unit at 1 (800) 908-4990.

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By Pam Eubanks | News Editor

New church makes waves in Lakewood Lakewood Ranch residents Aaron and Nicole Klein and their children recently started Current Community Church.

LAKEWOOD RANCH — Just more than a year ago, as the Rev. Aaron Klein challenged his congregation in Pennsylvania to do something risky — possibly something crazy — for God, he never dreamed the message would be one God used to get his own attention.

Klein recognized he and his family lived in safety and security. He loved his job and had food on the table, plenty of friends and a network of support.

So what would taking a risk look like for a pastor? he thought. Whatever you ask, God, that’s what I’ll do.

While sitting at his office the next day, Klein received life-changing phone call.

Although he didn’t know the person at the other end of the phone, the man’s message was clear.

“He asked us to pray about starting a church in Florida,” Aaron Klein said.

“For me, it was like, ‘God, you cannot be serious.’”

Klein, his wife, Nicole, and four children — Adriana, Nathaniel, Gabriel and Samuel — moved to the East County in August to start Current Community Church, which began holding preview services March 25, at Nolan Middle School.

“We’re not here to be a church for the churched,” he said. “We want to be so different that people see Jesus living in us. We want to be a community of authentic people. Come as you are — for better or worse.”

The Kleins first visited the Lakewood Ranch area about a year ago to look and to pray about what their future may hold. During an intensive interview and pastor candidate-vetting process with the New Wave Network, a church multiplication initiative of the Classis of Florida/Reformed Church in America, the Kleins learned about the network’s vision for launching five churches along the Interstate 75 corridor in Southwest Florida.

“We loved where we were,” Aaron Klein said. “Truthfully, we were scared to (death to move). We said, ‘God, you better write a sign in the sky,’ as a joke.”

And the next day as they headed back to their hotel, an airplane spelled out, “Trust Jesus,” in the sky.

The Kleins took their cue, accepting the opportunity to start a church in the Lakewood Ranch area. The Kleins said they hope their church will give people a place to develop relationships with each other while learning about God. Current Community Church currently holds public worship services twice monthly and uses the remaining Sundays for discipleship and community service.

For more information on the church or its schedule, visit currentcommunitychurch.org/about-us.

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The Rev. Aaron Klein and his wife, Nicole, are eager to serve the community.

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+ Benderson tweaks mega-mall proposal A revised site plan for Benderson Development’s proposed mega-mall project shows the new 1.4 million square foot retail center likely will be a standard mall with perimeter parking rather than the walkable lifestyle center originally proposed.

Plans submitted show three anchors, one at each end of a roughly 900-foot-long shopping center and one smaller anchor in the center. The mall will be two stories.

Company officials said anchor tenants should be announced before summer.

+ Manatee district puts land up for sale Members of the Manatee County School Board voted April 9, to place four district-owned parcels as surplus up for sale.

The move could raise millions of dollars for the district, which continues to face budget reductions.

The district is in the process of hiring a local Realtor to handle marketing and selling the properties.

Properties being put up for sale include the site of a former Checkers restaurant and the district’s Parent Information Center, both on Manatee Avenue West, as well as the Instructional Materials Center on 26th Avenue West in Bradenton and a 1.6-acre site in Ellenton, on Leffingwell Avenue.

+ Business Alliance announces endorsements The Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance last week announced its endorsement of five more local political candidates.

Meetings &agendas Manatee County Board of County Commissioners — 9 a.m. Tuesday, April 24, at 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton.

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 Manatee County School Board Meeting — 5:45 p.m. Monday, April 23, at 215 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton.  Manatee County School Board Budget Workshop — 4 p.m., Monday, April 30, at 215 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton.

Manatee County Board of County Commissioners LandUse Meeting— 9 a.m. Thursday, May 3, at 1112 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton.

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The Alliance is endorsing Larry Bustle for the Manatee County Commission District 1 seat; John Chappie for the Manatee County Commission District 3 seat; and Betsy Benac for the for the Manatee County Commission District 7 seat.

Additionally, it is endorsing Robert Moates for the Manatee County School Board District 2 seat; and Linda Schaich for the School Board’s District 4 seat.

+ District 2 School Board race heats up Palmetto High School teacher William Chaltis has filed to run for the Manatee County School Board District 2 seat.

Chaltis now is Lakewood Ranch High teacher Robert Moates’ first opponent for the seat that will be vacated this fall by School Board Chair Harry Kinnan.

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By Pam Eubanks | News Editor

Like Mother, Like Son Commissioner Donna Hayes’ son, Richard Gailey Jr., is jumping into the political arena in Volusia County as his mother nears retirement.

MANATEE COUNTY been involved in Volusia — As East County resident County affairs since college Donna Hayes closes out and now hopes to help the nearly a decade in her role lead the community toward as Manatee County’s Diseconomic recovery. trict 5 commissioner, she’s “Now that things are also eager to see what the starting to turn around, future holds. there’s a lot of opportuHer son, Richard Gailey nity,” he said. “I’d like to Jr., will be vying for public make sure I’m involved in office for the first time in the process of diversifying November. The longtime our economy and bringing Republican, a graduate of higher-paying jobs.”

Manatee High School, is Hayes, who said part of running for the District 5 the reason she chose not Volusia County Council to run for re-election was seat. to be able to help Gailey “I always grew up saywith his campaign, is a ing I didn’t want to do the proud mother, rattling off same things my parents several of her son’s accomdid,” Gailey said, chuckplishments, which range ling. “But here I am, at this from leading a campaign to stage (of my life), and I’m build a house for his fraterdoing a lot of the same nity to fighting against the things. approval of a gambling ca“I saw an opportunity sino near his home. to get involved (here),” he “It’s a terrific natural said. “It really works well step for (Richard) to take,” for what I do as a profesHayes said of his decision sion (as a financial planto run for public office.

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“There are good days and there are days that aren’t so good (as a politician), but in the long run it’s a great feeling to see the results of your vote and efforts toward that vote,” Hayes said.

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“Serving the public has been very rewarding. I’ve enjoyed it.”

Gailey also said he and his siblings, as children, helped Hayes, who has for decades been involved with the local Republican Party, with her political efforts.

“I really enjoyed growing up and talking with her and helping with her campaigns,” he said. “She integrated our family into each of (the) campaigns. She’s a political mentor to me, also.”

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Bayside director inspires Tampa Bay Rays ST. PETERSBURG — As Gregg Ellery and his wife, Valerie, walked through the tunnel under Tropicana Field April 5, they could hear a familiar — yet outof-place — sound. It was the sound of music — of someone wailing on a drum set — to be exact.

And the man holding the drumsticks? None other than Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Evan Longoria.

“Apparently, he keeps a set of drums there and plays them to relax,” Ellery says, laughing.

Longoria’s musical stylings were just a part of a unique perspective of the Tampa Bay Rays organization the Ellerys enjoyed earlier this month, when Ellery delivered a motivational message to the Rays organization the day before the regular season began. Ellery spoke to more than 200 of the Rays’ professional and managerial employees, retelling a story that also originates in Tropicana Field.

“For my birthday last year — Sept. 28 — I wanted something that I could do with the whole family to make a memory,” Ellery said. “I decided I wanted tickets to a Rays game.”

So, that night, the Ellerys, along with their children — Brooke, Jacey and Derek — headed over the Sunshine Sky-

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Gregg Ellery and his wife, Valerie, left, enjoyed an all-access tour of Tropicana Field with Rays Scouting Administrator Nancy Berry. way to see the Rays battle the New York Yankees in game 162.

And, as any Rays fan knows, for the first seven innings, that game was anything but fun.

The Yankees piled on the offense and entered the top of the eighth up 7-0.

Dejected, disappointed and discouraged, Ellery made the decision to take his family away from the misery at the end of the seventh inning.

“I was thinking, ‘I just wanted

this wonderful family experience; what a terrible birthday present,’” Ellery said.

As he drove his family back over the Skyway, Ellery finally mustered enough courage to press the power button on the car stereo — just in time to hear the announcer shout, It’s a long fly ball, and the Rays have tied it 7-7!

“I couldn’t believe it,” Ellery said. “And as a dad, I kind of blew it (by leaving early).”

The Ellerys returned home just in time to see Longoria connect for the final home run in the 12th inning that gave the Rays both a spot in the playoffs and one the most incredible comebacks in Major League Baseball history.

About a month later, Ellery, Bayside Community Church’s director of events, shared his story with the East County congregation as a lesson in perseverance and dedication.

“I related it to everyday life,” Ellery said. “How many times do we give up on something?

How many marriages could have been saved? How many estranged children could have come back home? What would have happened if a business owner just hung in there for a little bit longer? Maybe that business would still be around.

“The Rays didn’t give up,” Ellery said. “They were down 7-0 with just six outs to go. And play by play, out by out, they battled back. And in 25 minutes, everything changed. And as we get tired or feel weak and we want to quit, we need to look back at what those players did that night.”

Although Ellery didn’t know it at the time, Nancy Berry, the Rays’ scouting administrator, was in the audience. Following the service, Berry approached

Ellery about speaking to her company.

“I was so intrigued by it,” Berry said of Ellery’s tale. “I thought, ‘What a great story to come share with our employees.’”

And what more perfect a way to kick off the Rays’ 2012 campaign than to recall one of the most memorable moments in team history?

“It was a great reminder of what we did last year — right before the season opened,” Berry said. “Gregg did a great job.

He won over everyone in the room, and there wasn’t a dry eye in the house by the end. He really left a big impact.”

And, perhaps Ellery’s story helped put the Rays in the right mindset as they opened their season against the Yankees with another come-from-behind victory April 6.

While at Tropicana Field, the Ellerys also enjoyed an allaccess tour of the facilities, including the locker rooms, dugout and field. Next month, the team will roll out the red carpet for the entire Ellery clan as the Rays take on the Chicago White Sox May 29.

“God has a really weird way of honoring those who humble themselves,” Ellery said. “I made that decision to leave that game early, but that turned into all of this. That’s just how God works.”

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The following information was gathered from incident and arrest reports obtained from the Manatee County Sheriff ’s Office.

April 15: Mailbox decapitation

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10 a.m. — 7500 block of Pine Valley Street. Criminal mischief $200 and under. The victim reported an unknown person(s) vandalized the mailbox at the end of her driveway. She left her residence at 5 p.m. April 14, for the remainder of the night. Her residence is currently in the process of being remodeled, so she resides at a different address at night. At 10 a.m. April 15, the victim returned back to her residence and discovered the top of her black steel mailbox had been hacked off and was lying in the front yard. She said she believes the suspect used a saw to vandalize her mailbox. The mailbox pole remained in the ground. According to the victim, an unknown neighbor told her people down the street had a house party. The neighbor also stated it saw a dark SUV sitting at the end of her driveway at an unknown time the night of April 14. The total cost to replace the mailbox is $150.

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10:50 p.m. — 5201 51st St. E. (Braden River Park). Burglary to a conveyance.

The victim stated an unknown person(s) shattered the driver’s side window of her vehicle while it was parked at the park.

The person(s) then removed several items from the front seat of the driver’s side of the vehicle before fleeing in an unknown direction. Several similar incidents also were reported by other victims.

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10:20 a.m. — 7600 block of 39th Street Circle East. Burglary to an unoccupied conveyance. Unknown person(s) entered the vehicle through the passenger door, which, according to the victim, was likely left unlocked.

There was no evidence of forced entry and nothing was taken. When the victim drove to work, he noticed the passenger door wasn’t shut completely and a plastic bag, kept in the center console, was on the driver’s seat. At first, he didn’t think anything of it, assuming his wife had been in his vehicle, but when he discovered she hadn’t been, it became clear that an unknown person entered the vehicle. The victim was issued a case number on a victim’s rights brochure.

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12:30 p.m. — 9600 block of Turning Leaf Terrace. Information only. The complainant reported her former spouse allegedly picked up only a portion of his furniture she left outside contrary to the court order, which stated he was supposed to pick up all of the items listed in the order.

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2:05 p.m. — 10000 block of Cherry Hills Avenue Circle. Fraudulent use/possession of another’s ID without consent. The victim reported an unknown person(s) used her Social Security number to file a 2011 federal tax return.

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An inspiring pair: Twin WWII veterans They just may be the coolest interviewees I’ve ever had.

Although they were only supposed to be guests to the Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch’s grant recipient luncheon April 5, Marian Boyer and Millie Dost — 91-year-old twin World War II veterans — received a long, well-deserved standing ovation after Rotary International District 6960 Gov. Denise Hearn introduced them MICHAEL to the crowd.

ENG The twins will be among the 60 World War II veterans Southwest Florida Rotarians will take on an Honor Flight in June to see the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. Although neither has been to the Washington memorial before, both have visited The Armed Forces Military Museum in Largo.

“They always let us in,” Dost says, grinning.

These days, few groups command as much reverence as veterans of World War II. So, it’s

shocking that when the sisters enlisted — Boyer in the U.S. Navy and Dost in the U.S. Army — they didn’t even tell their parents.

“Oh, it was a surprise to our mother,” Dost remembers. “She found out when someone from the Red Cross called and told her she should be so proud of us.”

The sisters were living apart from one another when Dost joined the Army in 1943. Her sister entered the Navy a week later.

Both served as nurses until the end of the war. Dost was first stationed at Fort Benjamin Harrison in Lawrence, Ind., where she assisted soldiers injured overseas.

“I had never seen paraplegics before,” she says.

Boyer began her service in Portsmouth, Va., as a surgical nurse and later was transferred to Hawaii, which is where she was on V-J Day in August 1945.

Following the war, the two lived apart for decades. Boyer moved to Florida in 1966; Dost in 1979. Finally, eight years ago, the sisters reunited and now live together at Westminster Communities in Bradenton.

Despite living so much of their lives part, Dost and Boyer say they still share a unique tie

Marian Boyer and Millie Dost, twin World War II veterans, will visit the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C., as part of Honor Flight. that only twins know.

“We have a special bond,” Dost says. “We can finish each other’s sentences, things like that.”

And in June, the two will share in an experience they will never forget. The trip is a part of the Honor Flight Network, which began when six planes flew 12 World War II veterans from Springfield, Ohio, to the Washington memorial in May 2005.

Since then, more than 81,000 veterans of World War II, the Korean War and Vietnam have been able to view their memori-

als through Honor Flight.

Hearn and her husband, retired Col. Jerry Hearn, an Army veteran, said Honor Flight fits perfectly within Rotary’s mission of assisting seniors and children.

“These two found out about the Honor Flight and just called to thank us for doing something for the veterans,” Jerry Hearn says. “That’s how we met them.”

From all of us at the East County Observer, Marian Boyer and Millie Dost: We thank you for your service, courage and sacrifice.

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PTSD: Not all wounds bleed Post-traumatic stress disorder or graphic scenes on the streets has become a daily discussion of Hometown, USA, are seared in our society, because of the into their brains. Sights, smells, ravages and ripple effects of the sounds, or anniversary dates can Iraq and Afghanistan wars. The trigger that past experience and syndrome has risen to epidemic cause them to relive the pain. proportions, with returning I have been speaking about troops dealing with PTSD PTSD to those who serve in record numbers and us for more than 25 military suicide rates years and sharing what I rising. believe is the most effecIn spite of all that, tive first step in combatwe are still in the infant ing PTS: peer-to-peer stages of fully undertherapy. standing the syndrome A month after the — one that is not simply horrific shootings that a military crisis but a hutook place at Fort Hood man condition that has on Nov. 5, 2009, I was inBOB only been an accepted DELANEY vited there to speak with medical diagnosis for the troops, law enforcement past 30 years. officers and civilians I developed PTSD as a young impacted by the trauma. I shared New Jersey state trooper after this core belief: Cops need to talk working a long-term underto cops, firefighters to firefightcover investigation infiltrating ers, soldiers to soldiers, combat the mob in the mid-1970s. My spouses to combat spouses, PTSD journey produced all the and combat moms and dads to classic symptoms — paranoia, combat moms and dads. Each isolation, hyper-vigilance, thirst traumatic experience is our for revenge and fits of anger. own. However, speaking with Cops, firefighters, emergency someone who has gone through first-responders and members of a similar experience allows us to the military see and experience validate our feelings. things most people never do.

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It is time to embrace new, innovative approaches to the problem, 21st-century therapies such as Ride 2 Recovery, a longdistance bicycling program; Vets Prevail, which offers confidential online help for veterans suffering from PTSD; Quantum Leap Farm, where horses serve as therapy partners; Operation Proper Exit, which brings injured vets back to the scene of their combat injuries to confront the emotional wounds; and West Coast Post-trauma Retreat, a confidential program that allows cops and first responders to get repressed turmoil into the open.

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On April 10, the company completed its first vehicle in a new series of solar-powered golf carts.

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That’s where the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office comes in. And now, with the help of Imagine’s new K-Kids Club, the Sheriff’s Office will have even more stuffed animals to keep on-hand in case of an emergency.

Earlier this month, nearly 20 students in Imagine’s K-Kids Club, a service club for elementary school children under the Kiwanis umbrella, collected two bins of stuffed animals for the Sheriff’s Office as part of its first service project.

The students then presented the animals a deputy, who talked to the children about the animals and why they keep them in the trunks of their cruisers.

“It helps them understand that if they ever have an emergency, such as should their house burn down, (what happens),” Kiwanis Club of Lakewood Ranch member Julie Aranibar said. “It’s kind of a good explanation for these kids to understand what could happen in an emergency for them.”

The K-Kids formed last month at Imagine; and after meeting with advisers Brianna Caputo and Lindsey Johnson, the students set up their bylaws and began putting together a list of service project ideas.

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Town Hall adds new system for hearing-impaired residents LAKEWOOD RANCH — Country Club of Lakewood Ranch resident Richard Williams lost his hearing suddenly in the late 1990s.

As supervisor for Community Development District 6, and now as its representative to the Inter-District Authority Board, Williams knows how difficult it can be to hear during public meetings.

But thanks to a donation by Williams, in combination with a 50/50 grant by the Hearing Loss Association of Sarasota, hearing-impaired residents now will be able to hear more clearly while attending events at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.

Members of the Hearing Loss Association on March 24 christened a new hearing loop system installed recently at the facility.

“The Town Hall is a community center with many functions, presentations and meetings,” Williams said. “Onethird of seniors have hearing loss, and many seniors use the facility. Any person with a hearing aid will immediately hear any sound from a microphone as a direct sound, with no secondary interference.

“It should bring more people out to presentations who could not hear and understand all the words,” he said. “The looping will encourage others with hearing loss to urge their churches and organizations to consider looping.

Town Hall Executive Director Eva Rey agreed.

“I don’t want to see any impediments to participating, whether it be (at) a club meeting or a government meeting,” she said. “(The hearing loop system) enhances our facility for users and hopefully raises public awareness about hearing loss.”

Jim Scott, owner of Complete Hearing Solutions, the company that installed the system at Town Hall, said with a hearing loop system, a wire is installed around the perimeter of the room and connects to a loop amplifier. The amplifier then connects to the audio system, such as the one in Town Hall.

“Any audio coming out of it will come out of their system,” Scott said. “Our amplifier sends alternating current into the wire, creating an electromagnetic field within the room. The magnetic component in the hearing aid receives the signal.”

Scott said the hearing loop system is the best of three assisted hearing-system options available. While other systems often require the use of external receivers such as headphones, the loop system works with the T-coil component within most hearing aids to provide sound to users.

“They are getting a nice, clear and concise sound,” Scott said. “For a person with hearing loss, background noise is (one of the biggest challenges to hearing well.”

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Pirates’ football coach resigns Don Purvis resigned from both his coaching and teaching positions April 5.

Offensive line coach Greg Williford was named the interim head coach.

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Don Purvis’ resignation came as a surprise to Braden River Athletic Director Bob Bowling, his fellow coaches and players.

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Mustangs, Pirates ready for postseason For the first time in three years, their paths won’t cross in the district tournament.

Their fate won’t be determined by a rivalry championship game.

A single inning no longer will determine which archrival’s regional tournament run will continue and who will be left wondering what could have been.

For the first time since 2010, the Braden River and Lakewood Ranch High softball teams won’t be facing off for the district crown.

This season, both the Lady Pirates and JEN the Lady BLANCO Mustangs have faced a new set of challenges in their respective districts. And so far, the two East County squads have risen to challenge, as both teams captured the No. 1 seed in the district tournament, earning themselves first-round byes.

Braden River and Lakewood Ranch both opened the district tournament in the semifinals April 18, with the winner advancing to the district championship April 20 — a game the two teams have grown accustomed to playing in each of the past five seasons.

Although this time around, the Lady Pirates and Lady Mustangs are going in different directions. Sure, their goals are the same — to win a

SEE COMMENT / PAGE 16A

BRADEN RIVER — Two years ago, Braden River High Athletic Director Bob Bowling whittled down nearly 100 applications for his open football coach position until he finally found the right man for the job.

Don Purvis was named the Pirates new head coach prior to the 2010 spring season, and in doing so, Bowling thought he had hired a coach who would steer the Pirates into the future.

But on April 5, two years to the day that he first walked onto the Braden River campus, Purvis met with Principal Jim Pauley and announced his resignation amid personal reasons. Purvis also resigned from his teaching position.

“This was something we felt like was just the best decision for me and my family right now with some of the things that are going on; and we just felt like this was

the best thing for us and also for the school and the program,” said Purvis, who spent the past two months wrestling with the decision after his father died.

“I was quite surprised,” Bowling said. “I had no idea this was coming.”

During his time at Braden River, Purvis, who replaced former coach Ed Volz, who left Braden

SEE PURVIS / PAGE 16A

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As a freshman, Nathan Kirkman watched Braden River’s Tevin Bryant capture the school’s first state title. Now, he hopes to bring another championship home to the Pirates.

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DETERMINATION BRADEN RIVER — Every time he walks into the weight room, Braden River High senior Nathan Kirkman is reminded of what it takes to be a champion.

He’s seen what can happen with hard work and dedication. As a freshman, Kirkman watched his training partner, Tevin Bryant, capture the school’s first state title. Now three years later, Kirkman is looking to bring another cham-

pionship home to Braden River.

“We were in the same weight class, so it was always nice to have someone to look up to,” Kirkman said. “It makes you push a little harder. It can happen with hard work. If you set a goal you can achieve it.”

Kirkman will make his second appearance in the Class 2A state meet April 21, in Kissimmee, after winning the 199-pound weight class of the Class 2A state

qualifier April 4, at Charlotte High.

Kirkman lifted a combined 655 pounds — five pounds shy of his personal best — to win the state qualifier.

“I was pretty happy, but I didn’t get all of my lifts that I wanted to,” Kirkman said. “All of my hard work is paying off that I’ve put in all four years.”

Kirkman was the lone Pirate to win his weight class and

earn an automatic berth into the state meet. Braden River’s Tyler Pittman and Tyler Linde also will be competing in the 154-pound and 183-pound weight classes, respectively, after receiving at-large bids to the state meet.

“I just need to hit all of my good numbers, work hard and improve,” said Kirkman, who

SEE KIRKMAN / PAGE 16A

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Zoë Hawkins-Smyk Southeast High freshman Zoë Hawkins-Smyk crossed the finish line in 6:09.10 to win the 1,600 meters and help lead the Lady Seminoles to a second-place finish at the Class 2A-District 10 meet April 12. The 15-year-old also anchored the 4x800 relay to a first-place finish.

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Faith-based travel league expands out east The East Manatee River Dawgs, which is affiliated with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, added 9U and 13U teams.

HERITAGE HARBOUR — Eleven-year-old Collin Goda knows two watchful eyes are gazing down at him every time he steps onto the diamond.

Whether his team is trying to rebound back-to-back losses or bouncing back to win a tournament, Collin knows there always will be someone looking out for him and his teammates — no matter the circumstances.

But the eyes are not those of a coach, family member or friend.

Instead, the East Manatee River Dawgs 11U first baseman takes comfort in knowing God is looking out for him every time he swings the bat or snags a ground ball.

“I know God is watching out for me, and he helps get me through the day,” Collin said.

“We play to honor God.” Collin joined the River Dawgs travel baseball organization three years ago after his father, John, a board member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, felt compelled to start a youth travel baseball league, which would also be affiliated with FCA. “At the time, (Collin) had a desire to play highly competitive baseball,” Goda said. “The more competitive teams had some competitive personalities, and I figured there had to be a better way. I stepped on faith and sure enough a bunch of kids signed up.”

The league formed when the

Players on the 8U River Dawg team say they enjoy competing in a variety of tournaments. kids were 8 years old and has continued to run and establish more teams over the past three years. Today, the league is home to 8U, 9U, 11U and 13U travel teams.

“We try to follow a lot of what FCA does,” said Goda, who coaches the 8U team. “We say to parents and children, ‘It would be really nice if someday some of these kids would go pro, but the odds go against it. But one thing that we can make sure of it that every one of these kids go pro in being a man.’

“We try to teach life lessons through the game of baseball and not vice versa,” Goda said.

“We want to see individuals

impacted. We want to create a positive environment where boys can create excellence. It’s a lot easier to teach those lessons with a baseball glove in their hands. We want them to grow in character as much as grow in ability.”

As part of its affiliation with FCA, the River Dawgs are able to openly share their faith with one another. The coaches and players pray together before every game, as do the coaches and parents. Once the game is over, the players, coaches and parents all come together in prayer.

“We pray before every game, which helps us by getting God to be with us,” Collin said. “It’s fun,

The 9U River Dawg team is one of two teams that formed this year. because we get to play baseball, but we’re also playing to honor God.” Nine-year-old P.J. Fincher agreed.

“It’s important because you’re talking to God,” P.J. said. “It’s an honor, because most kids don’t get to do this. I’m having fun with my friends and also learning how to be a good athlete.”

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“We want them to learn there’s more to life than just sports. We want them to know you have to treat people with respect; that it’s important to have faith; and how to become a better man through baseball and instead of becoming better baseball players.

“It’s an amazing opportunity and they know they have a pretty big responsibility by wearing the FCA patch on their sleeves.

It’s a really big job, and we hold high standards.”

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lifts six or seven times a week. “If I can get everything a little higher and continue to improve, then I’ll have a better shot.”

Kirkman began lifting four years ago for football and has continued to do so not only for football but also because of his love of competing and lifting weights.

Kirkman advanced to the state meet last season, finishing ninth in the 219-pound weight class.

“I got all of my lifts, but I knew I wasn’t going to do anything special last year,” Kirkman said. “It was fun just to be able to go and see other lifters and know that you’re one of the top lifters in Florida.”

After dropping 20 pounds and a weight class, Kirkman is looking to achieve a combined personal best of 670 pounds and finish in the top six, which would earn him a medal. But more importantly, Kirkman also is hoping to provide his teammates with the same inspiration he received the first time he set foot in the weight room four years ago.

“I just want them to know that no matter what they want to do, they can achieve it with hard work,” Kirkman said.

Contact Jen Blanco at jblanco@ yourobserver.com.

River after a year for the head coaching position at Sarasota High, led the Pirates to a 7-14 record and advanced to the playoffs in his first year after finishing as the district runner-up.

“I’m going to miss the kids,” Purvis said. “I’ve got the utmost respect for them and the school.”

In the days following Purvis’ resignation, Bowling and Pauley met to discuss the coaching vacancy and the team’s future.

With spring practice around the corner, Bowling appointed offensive line coach Greg Williford as the interim head coach for the spring season.

“We felt the time was too short to hire before spring ball,” said Bowling, who already had received 15 applications before 9 a.m. April 10.

Having spent the past 15 years coaching high school football, Williford said he is willing to do whatever it takes to help the team — even if it means not having his best friend standing alongside him on the sidelines.

“I had mixed emotions at first,” Williford said of hearing the news.

“My first reaction was a selfish reaction. I was sad, because I knew my best friend, whom I spent a lot of time with everyday, was leaving.

While I was sad at losing the time we

COMMENT/PAGE 13A district championship and advanced to the state finals — but there’s no longer the additional pressure that comes with facing your biggest rival.

Instead, the two teams are focused merely on themselves and their respective districts.

And after earning the top seeds

in their respective districts, Braden River and Lakewood Ranch, the Lady Pirates and Lady Mustangs are well on their way to making another elusive regional tournament run.

Two years ago, Lakewood, ranked ninth in Class 6A, advanced to the regional finals, while Braden River, ranked ninth in the all class poll, which includes Class 5A-8A, and

normally spent together coaching, I understand, respect and support his decision to do what’s best for him and his family.”

Following his appointment to interim head coach, Williford met with the players to tell them about Purvis’ decision and help prepare them for the upcoming spring season.

“The players are saddened at Don’s departure but are excited about the upcoming Pirate season and are focusing on doing their best to represent their school,” Williford said.

The news came as a surprise to the team, but the players are adjusting to the uncertainties that lie ahead.

“I will miss everything about coach Purvis, but the thing I will miss the most is the relationship that I had with him,” junior lineman Trevon Young said. “I could go to him and talk to him about anything at any time. I know he did it because he had to with all of the stuff going on in his life. He did what was best for him and his family.

“It’s (hard) guessing and wondering who’s going to be the next coach, but I think we can’t worry about that,” Young said. “All we should worry about is coming together as a team and working hard in practice.”

Contact Jen Blanco at jblanco@ yourobserver.com.

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Anthony Marino Nathalia Vega Age: 8 Grade: Second-grader at Rowlett Magnet Elementary Favorite position: Pitcher What do you enjoy the most about softball?

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Now, the question on everyone’s mind is how far can these two teams go now that their rivals aren’t standing in their way?

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+ Tennis teams advance to states The Lakewood Ranch High boys and girls tennis teams both won their respective regional finals April 12, to advance to the Class 3A state tournament April 17-20, in Altamonte Springs.

The Mustangs defeated district champion Venice 4-3, while the Lady Mustangs defeated the Lady Indians, the district runnerup, 4-1.

Brothers Arnav and Arsav Mohanty both earned singles victories for Lakewood before teaming up for a doubles victory.

Jacques Swanepoel earned the Mustangs’ other singles victory.

Cari Berry, Ashley Bongart, Veronica Sampalik and Sammi Aiezza all earned singles victories for the Lady Mustangs.

+ Lady Seminoles race to second-place finish The Southeast High girls track team scored 121 points to finish second at the Class 2A-District 10 meet April 12, at Spoto High.

Freshman Zoë HawkinsSmyk won the 1,600-meter run before teaming up with Isabel Panganiban, Kristen Kubecka and Tia Borso to win the 4x800 relay.

The girls will return to action in the regional meet April 19, at Titusville Astronaut High.

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Gold medalists include: Boys and Girls Varsity 4X, Girls Junior 4X, Boys Junior 4X, Boys Freshman 4X and the Girls Junior 2X. Silver medalists include: Girls Lightweight 4X, Boys Varsity 2X and Boys Junior 2X. Bronze medalists include: Girls Varsity 2X and Boys Lightweight 4X. The boys varsity quad of Ben Delaney, Carson Green, Travis Taafee and Ryan Houser received the Golden Blades Cup, while the girls varsity quad of McKayla Taafee, Gabby Halula, Dale Main and Carolina Elizalde received the Jon Thaxton Cup. Katie DiVincenzo and Cassidy Marryott won the Junior Doubles Cup. Christina Warren, Kate Flanders, Jordan Bornstein and Allie Pitchford won the Girls Junior Quad Cup. Ryan Hails, Andre Dupuis, Tanner Plettzke and Andrew Koneckny won the Boys Junior Quad Cup. Finally, the Freshmen 4X team of Nick Edwards, Aidan Norder, Sebastian Spivey and Alex Dluzeneski received a new cup named in their honor.

+ Mustangs to host youth basketball clinic The Lakewood Ranch High boys basketball team will host a free youth basketball clinic from 9 a.m. to noon April 28, in the Mustang gymnasium.

The clinic, open to boys and girls in second through seventh grade, will feature skill development drills, team drills, contests, games and prizes.

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East County youth kick way to Region C Cup title LAKEWOOD RANCH — Twelve-year-old goalkeeper Trevor Mulqueen lay flat on his back in the middle of the field, staring up in disbelief.

Trevor and his Clearwater Chargers at Lakewood Ranch U12 teammates had just went undefeated to win the coveted Region C Cup, which features teams from Naples to Orlando, in their first year together as a team.

The excitement, not to mention the fact that his entire team had dog-piled on top of him, left the Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School sixth-grader nearly at a loss for words.

“I was really happy,” Trevor said.

Twelve-year-old teammate Aristotle Zarris agreed.

“It was crazy, because this is our first year winning it as a team,” said Aristotle, who plays center midfield for the Chargers. “Last year, both teams lost in the semifinals, but I thought we had a pretty good chance.”

The team went 5-0 throughout the Region C Cup tournament March 31 through April 1, in Ft. Myers, outscoring its opponents 27-2 and defeating rival Tampa Bay United North 3-0 in the group stage.

“We were really confident after that,” Aristotle said.

With their Region C Cup victory, the team will face Tallahassee United in the Presidents Cup April 21-22, in Auburndale. The winner will face the winner of the game between the remaining two regions.

“They are a talented group of kids, who love the game, but love to practice and push themselves every week,” coach Tim Mulqueen said.

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They also have a great camaraderie in the group. It’s a true team.”

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But more than anything else, Mulqueen is hoping his players both enjoy and learn from the experience.

“I want the boys to enjoy the experience and play the game correctly,” he said. “The opponents will be very good, so we just want to play hard and smart. If we do that, regardless of the outcome, we have helped them in their development.”

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Clockwise from top left: Takayla Collins, 8, enjoyed a cupcake.

Armando Faucy showed off his hula-hoop skills.

Cheyenne Berger carried her team’s spirit stick with pride.

Members of Christ Presbyterian Church made sure to relay.

ALL NIGHT LONG East County residents pulled together to honor loved ones and join the fight against cancer during the Lakewood Ranch Relay for Life April 14-15, at Lakewood Ranch High School.

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Selina Patel, Alondra Corona and Stephanie Gray completed a celebration-themed lap.

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ODA community rallies for ACS Students at The Out-of-Door Academy took their fight against cancer to the field April 13, as the Upper School hosted its annual Relay for Life.

The 2012 event featured a variety of teams walking the track while raising money for the American Cancer Society.

Erin Luhrsen, 10, tried to win the fish toss game.

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Katherine Berg and Sam Kimmel sold hugs and massages with Team Sam Kimmel.

Cancer survivors walked the first lap.

Gia Ciaccio walked with Jennifer and Sophie Macleod.

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Braden River Elementary artists showcase creativity Student artists from Braden River Elementary School displayed their latest creations during the school’s Art Show and Sale

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Donna Jablo and Diane Block, with Jack, were eager to start the walk.

Amanda Merino, Natasha Patel, Karisa Cicchella, Robert Jasmine Ho and Monica Yu passed out Pedicone and Jennifer Smith represented the Lake Erie beads and encouraged attendees to become advocates for diabetes awareness. College of Osteopathic Medicine’s School of Pharmacy.

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Business Alliance members learn from Lightning CEO Dozens of East County business professionals learned about the future of Tampa Bay Sports and Entertainment during the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance’s Breakfast of Champions April 12, at the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club.

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By Adam Hughes | Research Editor

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A home in Grosvenor Gardens tops all transactions in this week’s real estate. Transatlantic Capital Group LLP sold the home at 8339 Grosvenor Court to Geraldine Stevens, of Canfield, Ohio, for $650,000. Built in 2011, it has three bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 3,004 square feet of living area.

Bjarne and Linda Hovesen, of Ontario, Canada, sold their home at 7657 Portstewart Drive to Julius and Kay Marcus, Lakewood Ranch, for $600,000. Built in 2006, it has three bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 2,805 square feet of living area.

Gregory and Marie Galmin sold their home at 8226 Championship Court to Robert and Susan Hermann, Bradenton, for $547,500. Built in 2002, it has four bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 3,197 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $888,500 in 2006.

Richard and Therese Reskow, Lakewood Ranch, sold their home at 7912 Royal Queensland Way to Robert Walters and Kimberly Wyatt, Lakewood Ranch, for $520,000. Built in 1999, it has four bed-

rooms, three baths, a pool and 2,726 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $585,000 in 2004.

Jan and Deborah Champion, of San Jose, Calif., sold their home at 6556 The Masters Ave. to Richard and Lydia Kaeyer, of Owls Head, Maine, for $429,000. Built in 1999, it has three bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 2,412 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $437,500 in 2002.

Barry and Janet Rizzo, of Sewell, N.J., sold their home at 7136 Presidio Glen to Peter and Ellen Donshik, of W. Hartford, Conn., for $354,000. Built in 2004, it has two bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 2,149 square feet of living area.

Greg Millage, of Champaign, Ill., sold the home at 11708 Strandhill Court to Raymond and Linda Dirk, of Cleves, Ohio, for $354,000. Built in 2008, it has two bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 1,817 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $407,500 in 2008.

Terry and Cindy Holinsky, Bradenton, sold their home at 12025 Thornhill Court to Marvin Crepea, Bradenton, for $340,000. Built in 2010, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,914 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $335,900 in 2010.

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Paul and Sharlene Adamski, Bradenton, sold their home at 4720 Pinnacle Drive to Marguerite Beitzel, trustee, Bradenton, for $363,000. Built in 2001, it has three bedrooms, two-and-one-half baths, a pool and 2,036 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $357,000 in 2009.

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Barbara and James Dolphin, of Glenview, Ill., sold their home at 7128 Victoria Circle to Bettina Neable and Kuyler Neable, trustees, of Ontario, Canada, for $330,000. Built in 1996, it has three bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 1,909 square feet of living area.

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Fergus and Maria Daly, of Brookfield, Conn., sold their home at 13339 Purple Finch Circle to Michael and Deborah Cravens, Bradenton, for $315,000. Built in 2003, it has four bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 2,571 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $360,000 in 2008.

Towne Realty of W. Florida Inc. sold the home at 14316 Sundial Place to Michael and Kelly Barbalato, Lakewood Ranch, for $239,000. Built in 2011, it has five bedrooms, two baths and 1,878 square feet of living area.

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Eileen Armstrong, of Ontario, Canada, sold the home at 8750 53rd Terrace E. to P. Dawson and Jocelyne Hovey, of Ontario Canada, for $297,500. Built in 1994, it has two bedrooms, two baths pool and 2,173 square feet of living area. Built in 1994, it has two bedrooms, two baths and 2,173 square feet of living area.

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Michael and Nancy Maida, of River Vale, N.J., sold their home at 7704 Whitebridge Glen to Pierre Vautravers, Bradenton, for $232,500. Built in 1994, it has two bedrooms, two baths and 1,344 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $252,500 in 2008.

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Michael and Lisa O’Connor, Bradenton, sold their home at 11859 Hollyhock Drive to Robert and Janice Joyce, Lakewood Ranch, for $215,000. Built in 1998, it has three bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 2,061 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $297,000 in 2008.

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Debbie Rooks and Nancy Rooks, of Marriette, Ga., sold their home at 206 Winding River Trail to Marvin and Deborah Zimmerman, Bradenton, for $207,000. Built in 2006, it has three bedrooms, three baths and 2,048 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $320,000 in 2007.

Claud and Anita Rowley, of Cheshire, England, sold their home at 807 128th St. N.E. to Jan Cornelssen, of Dawsonville, Ga., for $260,000. Built in 1995, it has three bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 2,249 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $293,000 in 2004.

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John and Kelly Okray, of Colleyville, Texas, sold their home at 7318 Kensington Court to Marita Stepe, of Bloomfield Hills, Mich., for $256,000. Built in 1996, it has two bedrooms, two baths and 1,394 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $252,000 in 2003.

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Jack and Jacalyn Booker, Sarasota, sold their home at 4985 Creekside Trail to Robert and Laurel Adams, of Easthampton, Mass., for $248,000. Built in 2001, it has two bedrooms, two baths and 2,021 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $280,000 in 2004.

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BUILDING PERMITS These are the largest East County building permits issued by Manatee County for the week of April 1 through 6, in order of dollar amounts.

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12134 Thornhill Court 16030 Topsail Terrace 10314 Baltusrol Place 16021 Daysailor Trail 8416 Cypress Lake Circle 8753 49th Terrace E. 3815 Fifth Ave. N.E. 8027 Warwick Gardens Lane 15410 Anchorage Place 13311 Matanzas Place 4930 Bookelia Circle 6105 93rd St. Circle E. 12210 Lobelia Terrace 7428 Green St. 4508 Pro Court 16006 Clearlake Ave. 16216 Clearlake Ave. 6603 Summer Blossom Lane 5009 82nd Way E. 4745 Cayo Costa Place

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William Guy Michael Boyle Robert Fraulo John Teague Gayle Hines George Bittner Charles Ashley Philip Marblestone Alan Town Michael Frazzini Johnny Browning William McLaughlin Steven Marcinko Susan Siefkes Leah Breth Bjarne Hovesen John Hughes Laura Damico James Finnigan Anton Swihura

$36,431 $35,775 $28,000 $25,950 $24,838 $21,000 $18,950 $17,585 $15,450 $11,500 $11,033 $10,900 $10,500 $9,755 $9,500 $9,000 $8,500 $8,394 $7,268 $7,205

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U.S. Bank, trustee, sold the home at 630 Sand Crane Court to John and Margaret Sannachan, of Ontario, Canada, for $395,500. Built in 2000, it has four bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 3,665 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $860,000 in 2005.

Summers, Bradenton, for $255,000. Built in 1999, it has four bedrooms, two-andone-half baths, a pool and 2,401 square feet of living area.

Fred and Debora Wagner, Myakka City, sold their home at 405 141st Court N.E. to Jonathan Misiewicz and Cara Duffin, Bradenton, for $237,000. Built in 2003, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 2,277 square feet of living area. It previously sold for $210,000 in 2009.

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Thurs., April 19 7:02 7:57 Fri., April 20 7:01 7:57 7:00 7:58 Sat., April 21 Sun., April 22 6:59 7:58 Mon., April 23 6:58 7:59 Tues., April 24 6:57 7:59 Wed., April 25 6:56 8:00

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PHOTO CONTEST: Win an iPad 2 or Canon EOS T3 camera. Enter your sunset, sunrise or weather-related photos for The Observer’s weather photo contest, sponsored by Cool Today. To enter your photos, visit YourObserver.com, and click on the “Contests” tab in the upper-right corner. Weekly winners will have their photo printed in the paper and will be entered into a drawing for that month. The monthly winner will choose between an iPad 2 or Canon EOS T3 camera.

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Teresa Alexander took this sunset photo in March.

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Thursday, April 19, 2012

Items Under $200 For Sale ADVERTISE YOUR MERCHANDISE with the total value of $200 or less in this section for FREE! Limit 1 ad per month, 15 words or less. Price must be included. No commercial advertising. Ad runs 2 consecutive weeks.

Email ad to: classified@yourobserver.com (Please provide your name and address) Or Online at: www.yourobserver.com/classifieds (No phone calls please.)

BEDFRAME FOR Queen-size mattress. Like-new. $80 value for only $39. 941-957-8167.

DISPLAY CASE: 30"x30", $25. TV: 27" flat screen, $45. Rotisserie, used once, $60.

941-932-5595.

DUTCH OVEN red LeCruest 9qt oval never used $175. 941-751-4951.

HOMEDICS BACK Massage fits chair - great price $75.00. 941-538-9072.

MALIBU PILATES chair with DVD’s and instructions. Like new. $75. 941-758-0912.

SOFA, LIGHT tan recliner, dining room table w/leaf and 6 chairs. You pick-up. 170.00.

941-549-3200.

Autos For Sale 2000 MAZDA MX-5 Miata. 35k miles. Silver w/ black interior, Automatic, A/C, C/C, HD rollbar, radio upgrade for iPod, near new tires and brakes, new top w/glass window/ defogger, custom luggage rack w/ suitcase. $9000. 941-752-7682.

Boat Slips For Rent/Sale SLIP ON Longboat Key. $11/ft Secure environment, scenic Buttonwood Hbr area.

941-302-3440.

Garage/Moving/Estate Sales MOVING SALE 9a.m.-1p.m. - Friday, April 20 7269 Golf Point Way Off Whitfield in Palm Aire 34243 Dining set with 8 chairs, 12 old pieces of cut glass, 2 recliners, 1880s marble top wash stand, bench, Lenox, computer desk,recliner, lamps, luggage, table linens, modern chandelier, stainless flatware, hand tools, 6 bridge chairs, 42" square beveled glass table top & kitchenware.

Sale by Julie McClure Pictures: www.appraisls4u.biz & www.estatesales.net

SELL IT!

Reserved Space LP Reserved Space

955-4888

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Garage/Moving/Estate Sales

Help Wanted

Real Estate Wanted

THE BEST MOVING SALE EVER! Shopaholics Spring Cleaning Sale, Mother-Daughter Fashionistas need room for more!

Saturday, April 21 8am-4pm 6424 Orchard Oriole Ln Bradenton, FL 34202 PLEASE NO EARLY BIRDS! Greenbrook Sub- LWR Designer clothes sizes 8-18, shoes, accessories, jewelry, furniture, home décor and more!!

Come and grab some fantastic deals & fabulous finds!

ARE YOU STUDYING FASHION ?

Do you know high-end Couture and European labels ?

Do you love apparel, hand bags and shoes?

If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, then this position is for you.

Full-time and part-time positions available.

MUST be available to work weekends.

Lakewood Ranch area.

E-Mail resume - clearwater4us@gmail.com

WANTED LUXURY ANNUAL RENTALS

BOOKKEEPER F/T. Personality plus a must.

Peachrtree users only apply, proficient with Excel and Word. Telephone skills and front desk assistance will be required. 40 hour work week with benefits. Ask for Jeanette when you phone 941383-5549 for an interview. Casa Del mar, LBK, FL.

Personalized attention with professional honest advice.

25 Years Experience - References available

WHISPER BEND Community Garage Sale.

Saturday, April 21, 8a.m. - 2p.m. SR-70 to Tara Blvd., right on Tara Preserve Lane, left on Linger Lodge, right to 64th Place East.

General Merchandise NEW WOOD WINE Rack, vertical or horizontal set-up, 42 bottles, $100. Igloo Wine Refrigerator, Stainless, outdoor use, 25 bottles, $100.

Upgraded Craft-made Bath Vanity, 62”L, includes Oval under-mount Sink, Granite Countertop Grade C, Satin nickel pulls, 1 yr. old, 8-drawer, $1,200.

Pendant Stained Glass Chain Light, $100. (2) Hand Painted glass Sconces, coordinates with Light, $100. 6-12’ Glass end Drapery Rod, $25.

Boston Sound Bar & Wireless Woofer, $125.

Emerson Carrera Upgraded Ceiling Fan with Light Kit & Blades, assembled, matches Bath Vanity, $250. 941-907-0444.

VERTICAL BLINDS: approx 14’x8’, off white, parts included. Excellent cond. $275 or best offer.

315-796-1664.

Merchandise Wanted SENIOR LOOKING to purchase precious metals, time pieces, coins, jewelry and antiques. Please call Marc, 941-321-0707.

Schools/Instruction PRIVATE PIANO INSTRUCTION in your home. All ages. 20 years experience. Bachelor Music Piano. 1st Lesson Discount. 941-776-7381.

PRIVATE SPANISH or French Instruction for ages 10-18. Beginner to AP Spanish/French Language Exam practice. Masters in Education/Languages, 34 yrs experience. $35./hr in my Mote Ranch home. 207-944-2430.

Storage

For Qualified Waiting Clients Contact - Sarasota Luxury Rentals 941-225-1356 email: info@sarasotaluxuryrentals.com

Homemakers/ Companions CNA’S/ HHA’S

You Can Make a Difference. Help seniors stay independent. We provide: non medical care, personal care, meals, light housekeeping, transportation & companionship. Flexible hours available- F/T, P/T, Overnight, Weekends and Live-In. Positions available in Sarasota/ Bradenton/ Venice. To work now fax resume to 941-929-7438 or email: joanieck@comcast.net FL Reg #HCS227965, #HHA299992670

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WE CAN BUY your over financed house. No cost to you. Save your credit! Call 941-893-4305

Vacation/Seasonal Rentals LBK: 1BR furnished condo, water views, includes cable, Longboat Harbor. Covered parking, no pets/ smoking, Gulf/ private beach house access.

Boat dock available. Available April 1st - Dec.10th. $800/mo. +utilities. 734-216-6622.

PALM AIRE CONDOS: 1 & 2 bedrooms, furnished, great views, upgraded, utilities included. $1000-$1300/mo. 941-351-1741.

MAINTENANCE PERSON F/T, condominium Longboat Key. Must be reliable. Handyman skills, drywall and painting experience preferred.

Competitive pay, benefits. E-mail resume to: ambiancei@aol.com or fax to: 941-383-9051.

MEETING MANAGER This fulltime position is an excellent opportunity for a professional with 3-5 years of association meeting management experience. This is a growth position. Ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, have the ability to think creatively and analytically, and will be flexible to assist in the successful implementation of all association programs. Above average skills in Microsoft business products (word, excel, powerpoint, outlook) as well as a budget creation and management skills are a must. A commitment to lifelong learning is desired and will be supported. Position is located in Sarasota, FL. Please submit cover letter identifying why you believe you are the right person for this position along with your resume, including salary history. Only submissions with complete information will be considered. Please submit all materials to diane@narca.org and put "Meeting Manger" in the subject line. Submissions are encouraged as soon as possible.

STORAGE FACILITY Boat/ RV/ Trailer. Secure facility, low monthly rentals, Clark Rd area.

941-809-3660, 941-809-3662.

SUBWAY: ALL positions available. Inside new Wal-Mart on SR70 & I-75. Apply at www.subway.com

Business Opportunities

Homes For Rent

JAN PRO CLEANING FRANCHISE: $950 Down Required, Financing Available for growth, Includes customers. Earn up to $10,000 Month+ Call 941-907-8141

2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH, 2CG, Partially furnished, Fenced backyard, Small pet ok. Non-smoking, Yearly lease, $1100/mo.

941-586-5834, 508-564-1720.

TEACHERS, CONCERNED about cutbacks? Not paid your worth? $300 to $1K mo. PT Cars, trips, bonuses, training. 941-366-4586.

LAKEWOOD RANCH Country Club. Luxury Brand New Home on Golf Course. Annual rental $4500 per month. 4316 sq.ft. 4Beds/3Baths, Private Pool. 941 225 1356.

LUXOR MHP

$450/mo-1 bed/bath mobile homes.

55+ community. No Pets.

5811 14th St. W. Bradenton.

Sarasota Real Estate Assoc., Inc. Greg Nowak 941-809-6034

Adult Care Services A LENDING HAND

Caregivers/Companions Hourly 24/7 Care Phone: 941-809-3725 Toll Free: 877-507-4040 License #230506/ #1194 CAREGIVER/COMPANION: 20 years nursing experience. Will care for you in your home. With excellent references upon request. 941-773-7836.

CARING COMPANION SERVICES Dr. Appts., Shopping, Social Outings, Daily Walks, Housekeeping, Cooking, Laundry, Book Reading www.caringcompanionservices.com Lic. #232533 Bonded and Insured Free in-home consultation 941-320-9111 or 941-320-4886

GOOD LIFE CARE Affordable Homemaking and Companionship, Locally/privately owned, 941-822-0092, www.goodlifecare4u.com Because you deserve GLC! HCS#232400 IN-HOME CARE/ COMPANIONSHIP/ HOMEMAKING available all hours; days, nights, weekends.

Call 377-4465 for more information or visit our website @ www.eldercaresarasota.com Lic. #30211372 Bonded & Insured.

LUXURY HOME overlooking Lake in Tara Preserve Golf & Country Club.

3BR/2BA, 2250 sq.ft. Annual rental $2500 per month. Phone 941-225-1356.

SIESTA KEY: Great updated Old Florida Home on Heron Lagoon. New Kitchen with Granite Counter, Gourmet Gas Range, Screened Pool, Dock on Lagoon, Walkway over Lagoon to Private Beach with Cabana. Great for entertaining!!

2+Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths, Unfurnished, W/D, Annual Lease. $3,200/mo. MLS#83956841 Owner/Agent Call 941-809-6760.

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WATERLEFE GOLF & River Club. (Close to Lakewood Ranch). Luxury 4 bed home with private pool overlooking river. Annual Rental $3250.00 per month. Phone 941-225-1356.

Go online 24/7 to place your ad in The Observer Classifieds

HOUSE CLASSIFIEDS LP # 56733

Lots/Acreage For Sale Sarasota Memorial Park: TWO Grave sights together. Valued $3,800/ea. Priced $4,000 for both. Call 941-312-6677.

www.yourobserver.com Your source for local Classifieds

Real Estate Wanted LV1235

Ready When You Are Classified Ads … the Way to Sell

This week’s Crossword answers

CIV. ENGINEER from Sweden with his wife and two daughters are looking for a CASH DEAL on 3-4 BR house with pool in Sarasota or Lakewood Ranch. Call Helmer - Int. Real Estate of FL 941-592-8853.

2012

This week’s Cryptogram answers 1. A clever old man was reminiscing fondly about his long and busy life. He said wryly:“Of all the things I’ve lost, I miss my mind the most.”

2. A boss gave out this definitive lesson to employees: “To err is human,” he said, “but to forgive is against company policy.”

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THE EAST COUNTY OBSERV THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2012 Thursday, April 19, 2012

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Auto Service

Cleaning

Painting/Wallpapering

Pet Services

WE WANT TO BUY YOUR VEHICLE!!!

Any Make, Any Model, Any Condition.

No Title - No Problem! Bank Lien - No Problem!

Paying up to $30,000 for Vehicles. Call AJ now at 813-335-3794 for a Free Quote or 813-531-4298.

MRS. MAIDS. Detailed & dependable cleaning services for your residence. Enjoy freedom from housecleaning. Bonded and Insured. For free estimates, call 941-400-3175.

CARLO DATTILO PAINTING. Licensed & insured.

Interior/ Exterior painting including drywall repair and retexturing. Wallpaper installation & removal, pressure washing. Residential & commercial, condos. Honest & reliable. Free estimates.

941-744-1020. 35+ years experience.

DOGGY HOTEL. 24 Hour Daycare. Brown Avenue near Bee Ridge and 41 behind Sleep King (new owner). First day FREE. Grooming by Mark.

Meet and greet and get a treat. 941-554-4620.

MOBILE PET GROOMING all natural, organic approach. Dogs $35.00 and up. Pet sitting available. www.furrytails4grooming.com 941-224-8655.

Cleaning A CLEANING EVEN YOUR MOTHER-IN-LAW WILL APPROVE! Every time, guaranteed! Lic./Ins. Bonded. Pamela, 941-320-0023. www.CleanTimeServices.com BRAZILIAN CLEANING Service by Maria.

Residential/ Commercial. Meticulous Cleaning.

Excellent References. Free Estimates. Reliable.

Lic./ Ins. 941-400-3342 CARLA’S PROFESSIONAL HOUSECLEANING Rates start at $65 Honest, reliable and great references.

Call Carla 941-894-9262 ELER CLEANING SERVICE. Residential cleaning, 10 years experience. Affordable and reliable.

Call for free estimates and references. Alessandra, 941-301-6493.

FREE ESTIMATES! Call Dotty, detailed cleaning.

24 Years Exp. Lic./Ins. Residential/Commercial.

Looking for year-round customers! Dottie, 941-321-6645.

HOUSECLEANING. I have lots of experience, attention to detail. Reliable. Call me, I can help!

Carol, 941-536-3705.

JUST ME & COMPANY - RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL CLEANING. Move-ins and move-outs. Also, assist with estate sales. Free estimates. 941-465-9836.

Computer Services OWN A MAC/IPHONE/IPAD? MacTutor offers 21 years experience. Unlimited free telephone follow up. (941)812-3887 www.FLMacTutor.com

Home Improvement/ Remodeling

Personal Services ERRAND SERVICE. Let me help: food shopping, prescriptions, doctor visits, airport shuttle service.

Call Judy, 941-896-6844, 941-524-5100.

HANDYMAN EXTRAORDINAIRE Reliable & Prompt. 25 Years Experience 5 Years in Bradenton Area. Flooring, Masonry, Doors, Carpentry and Water Damage ... etc. Call Scott at 941-536-1770. scottmwoolf1@gmail.com

YOUR PERSONAL BOOKKEEPER, LLC Gail Sunray, Owner

Home Services LD BUTLER Home Services: Providing peace of mind to seasonal home/condo owners. Call for complete list of services and fees: 941-735-3756 or email: longdistantbutler@gmail.com

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Tile

Personal & Business Bookkeeping Accounting/ Taxes

STEVE ALLEN FLOOR COVERINGS

I come to your home or office.

PROFESSIONAL TILE & MARBLE INSTALLATION

Bill Paying & Account Reconciliation Organizing Personal and Business Files Budgets & Financial Reports Federal and State Tax Returns

BERRYS LAWN & LANDSCAPING. Over 25 years of experience . Best prices in Manatee. Please call 941-713-1742 for a free and fast estimate.

20 YRS. EXPERIENCE CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATE 726-1802 LIC/ INS

BONDED & INSURED Over 25 yrs. experience

LAKEWOOD RANCH Lawn & Landscape LLC. Yearly maintenance program includes: Complete Lawn and shrub Care, Mulching, 2-Pest Control and 4-Fertilizing applications, Most homes, $159/mo. Call for Free Estimate, 941-373-5110.

AIR CONDITIONING

Pools FULL WEEKLY POOL SERVICE $65 per month.

For screened-in pools. Owner operated, reliable, personal service. Save money - call now. Blissful Pools, 941-705 0400.

Visit us online at www.yourobserver.com

Telephone: 941-749-5646 yourbookkeeper@tampabay.rr.com

CONSTRUCTION

FURNITURE REPAIR

PATIO REPAIRS, INC PATIO REPAIRS 941-504-0903

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PRO Sliding Glass Door Repair “FIX IT - DON’T REPLACE�

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ELECTRIC

79206

Bryan’s Electrical Services Inc.

Satisfaction Guaranteed Never an overtime charge

SALES & SERVICE NEW & REFURBISHED NETWORKING DSL AND CABLE SETUPS TRAINING BACKUP & RECOVERY SETUP, INSTALL, UPGRADE AFFORDABLE RATES

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24 hour emergency service

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Gas Post Lite Conversion Kit Install & Repair

PC & LAPTOP REPAIR

VIRUS & SPYWARE EXPERTS! LAPTOP REPAIR SPECIALISTS

We install and repair anything electrical

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