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The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
Pet Patrol
"Cocoa, a little miniature poodle, is
such a sweet little guy, and only 18 months
old. He is quiet, at first, but likes to play. He is
reserved, but so loving he will melt your heart
Levy County Humane Society Sponsors Benefit
when he curls up to nap on your lap. He is
classified as a party color -chocolate, grey, and
The Humane Society of Levy County invites all BBQ cooks to participate in the Bark-N-
white, but looks more adorable in his
Purr Charity BBQ Cook-Off sponsored by the Florida BBQ Association. The event will be
sweater! Cocoa gets along with other small
held on Saturday, February 23, 2008, at the Bronson Youth League Park.
dogs and cats.
Cooking teams may choose to cook any or all of the following four categories: chicken,
Because of his more refined confor-
ribs, pork, or brisket. The 1st prize winner will receive $300 and a trophy; the 2nd prize
mation, he will do well in a home without small
winner will receive $200 and a trophy; and 3rd prize winner will receive $100 and a trophy. 4th
children, or a lot of noisy activity. Retirees
and 5th place prizes also are available. To be eligible for the Florida G rand Championship
would find him to be a perfect companion, if
prize of $1,000 or Reserve Championship prize of $750, a team must complete in all four
they have a lot of time to spend with him, and
categories.
to take him everywhere with them. Phone fos-
The final deadline to participate in the Cook-Off is January 23, 2008, and entry forms are
ter mom Pam, 352-341-2436 or 795.9550 and
available from the Humane Society of Levy County. The rules and regulations of the BBQ
leave your name, number, and pet's name for
Cook-Off can be found at the Florida BBQ Association website www.flbbq.com. Following
a return call, later.
the judging of the BBQ Cook-Off, those who attend the Bark-N-Purr Charity event will be able
to purchase the BBQ entries from the Cook-Off teams.
AdoptARescued Pet, Inc. Citrus County
Exhibitors are reminded that the deadline to reserve space for a booth at the Bark-N-Purr
Call 352-795-9550
Charity Concert and BBQ Cook-Off is January 18, 2008. Reservation information is available
from Michelle by calling (352) 317-0279.
Advance tickets are available at the following locations: Bronson Town Hall, 660 E.
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Williston. Your ticket will give you unlimited access throughout the day and admission to the
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Chris Cagle Concert. Tickets purchased in Advance are $15.00 for ages 12 and older and
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$23.00 at the gate. Tickets for ages 4-12 are $6.00 and children under 4 are free. One hundred
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preferred seating tickets for the Chris Cagle Country Western concert, which includes all day
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admission to the festival, are available for the price of $23.00 in advance and $35.00 at the gate.
Foreign & Domestic
Free Estimates
For more information call: (352) 486-5705 or (352) 317-0279 or log on to the Humane
352-447-0704
Visa - Mastercard - Discover
Society website at www.humanesocietyoflevycounty.com.
Accepted
Proceeds from the Bark-N-Purr Charity event will go toward the Humane Society's
Fax Line 447-6040
building fund for a spay and neuter clinic and pet adoption center for the Tri-county area.
Second annual "you'll never walk
Buddy & Fred's Hardware
alone" dog-walk-a-thon
3/4 mile W. of US-19 on 40 W., Inglis
This event is to support womenheart (the national association of women with heart dis-
ease) and Adopt a rescued pet, Inc.
(352) 447-2600
Est. 1983
February 9th, 2008 10:00 A.M. ­ 12:00 P.M. At bark central, 6301 Turner Camp rd C.R. 581,
Mon-Fri. 8-5  Sat. 8-12  Closed Sun.
Inverness. A Florida rabies certificate is required. Events to include dog walk; best kisser
contest; best singer(s) contest (duets permitted); special award: Dog with best "go red for
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heart disease awareness" costume. Participants may make a donation or sign up friends to
1983 - 2008
sponsor their laps around the track. For more information and sign-up sheets Contact Adopt
a rescued pet, Inc. 352-795-9550.
Thank You!
Williston Animal Group - Call 352-528-9888
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For more information, contact Theresa Jones at our WAG telephone number 352-528-9888 in
Williston. See all of the WAG adoptable dogs at www.petfinder.com. Thank you from your
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Williston Animal Group.
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