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BEVERLY HILLS-- American Legion Post 237, located at 4077 N. Lecanto Hwy., will host

a benefit Poker Run on Saturday, January 31 with proceeds supporting American Cancer

Whooping Crane Month at Wildlife Park

Society Prostate Cancer Research and patients and families served by Hospice of Citrus and

Whooping cranes have been highlighted during the month of December at Ellie

Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park. The Park is currently home to a pair of

A $15 entry fee per rider will include a poker hand, a prize ticket and a meal at the end of

Whooping cranes, Peepers and Levi, who live in a natural habitat with a pond surrounded by

the run. Registration begins at 8:30 am at American Legion Post 237 in Beverly Hills. Kick

grassy banks. The magnificent Whooping crane (grus Americana) is North America's tallest

stands are up at 10:00 am and the last bike in will be 4:30 pm when food will be served.

bird measuring 52 inches tall with a wingspan of 87 inches, and a weight of 12.8 pounds.

The Fifth Annual American Legion Post 237 Poker Run will encompass six stops to

They can live 20 to 25 years in the wild.

include Amvets (Inglis), Giovanni's (Hernando), IR-RU Social Club (Inverness), Crystal

Free Open House Events at Three Sisters Springs

River Eagles (Homosassa), The Tipsy Frog (Homosassa) and Fat Daddy's (Crystal River).

The Three Sisters Springs property will host free Open House events. The Manatee

The best hand will win the Poker Run and all vehicles are welcome to participate. Music

Festival January 17 and 18, 2015 from 9AM 3PM, and February 21, 2015 from 9AM

will be provided by The 45s. There will be a silent auction, door prize raffles and a 50/50

3PM. All free open house events will include free shuttles from Kings Bay Plaza and

drawing. For additional information on the Fifth Annual American Legion #237 Poker Run,

pedestrian and bicycle access. The Three Sisters Springs property will be closed only on

call 352.746.5018 or John Roby at 352.341.5856.

Thanksgivings Day and Christmas Day. For more information on the Open House events,

call the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge at 352-563-2088

Waterfront Lifeguard Class at Bicentennial Park Pool

Animal Shelter offering adoption discounts

Citrus County Parks & Recreation is pleased to announce they will be holding a

The Citrus County Foundation for Animal Protection and Citrus County Animal American Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguard Class, for participants 15 years and older. Pre-

Services are offering an adoption special for the month of December. All dogs and cats over requisite swim will be held on January 10, 2015 at 9:00am, classes will run from January

1 year-old will be $20.14 through December 31. Please call 352-746-8400 for questions.

17 thru January 19, 2015 from 9:00am to 4:00pm. All classes and swimming will be at

Bicentennial Pool in Crystal River.

Citrus County Genealogical Society meeting

The purpose of this course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with

The Citrus County Genealogical Society will meet January 13 at 10:00 a.m. at the

Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-day Saints, 3474 W. Southern St., Lecanto. The speaker the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and

will be Lisa Louise Cooke of GenealogyGems.com. She will talk about "Google Earth for to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until

Genealogists." She will demonstrate how photos, documents, maps and text can be added to emergency medical services (EMS) personnel take over. A Waterfront certification is ideal

Google Earth to create an exciting way to tell your family history stories. For questions call for lifeguards looking to work at non-surf, open-water environments such as lakes and riv-

ers, as well as traditional pools.

Mary Ann Machonkin at 352-382-5515.

Candidates must be able to pass a prerequisite of a 550 yard swim, continuously

Inverness Walks

Back by popular demand! Special Additional Walk to Talk Place on January 9th demonstrating breath control and rhythmicusing the front crawl and breaststroke,

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due to large response! Brought to you by the Citrus County Historical Society, take an tread water for two minutes using only the for the Nature Coast

escorted walking tour of about 1-1/2 hours of the historical highlights of Inverness. See Advertising at Reasonable Rates foraccess to a computer to complete the on-line part

a depth of 10 feet. Candidates must have

S Levy, NE Citrus & SW Marion Counties

the new theater coming forth and learn all about historic preservation, as well. This walk

5093 S. Orwell Pt., Homosassa, Florida 34446

Registration fee is $125.00, with a $35.00 online fee to the American Red Cross.

includes moderate walking levels. Hear stories about the fascinating history of Inverness

Phone: (352) 489-4588 Fax: (727) 362-4788

Participants will need to supply their book by downloading it for free at Redcross.org or

and while experiencing the small town charm of our area. What better way to start the winter

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purchasing a hard copy for $35.00 at redcross.org. Deadline is Friday, January 9, 2015.

season, while the weather is nice and cool, and to provide a great stress releaser just before

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the holidays, as well.

Websites: thenewscaster.com · newscasterarchives.com · history.newscasterarchives.com · theheal

Tour begins at shortly after 10:15 a.m. starting from the Old Courthouse Heritage Dr. in Crystal River. For more information contact the Pool at 352-795-1478.

Museum in downtown Inverness to begin the walk. Reservations only are required.

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Tricky Tray Fund Raiser

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annual Tricky Tray Fund Raiser, Saturday, January 17, 2015, in the Parish Life Center, 6

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Roosevelt Blvd., Beverly Hills, FL, 34465. Doors open at 10:00 AM and the drawings begin

at 11:30 AM. Hometown News for the Nature Coast

Serving Inglis, Tricky Tray features baskets with contents valued at $25 orRiver andHomosassa

Yankeetown, Dunnellon, Hernando, Crystal more, & money

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trees. Items this year include a mah jongg set, gift certificates for golf, restaurants, super-

markets and many more.: 5093 S. Orwellsheet of 25 numbered tickets for $5 for deposit

Address You may purchase a Pt., Homosassa, FL 34446

in a bag adjacent to your choice of baskets. The·Blood Drive sponsored by the Church and

Phone: (352) 489-4588 Fax: (727) 447-5788

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for thoseHistory.Newsfor stedrawingvenocom · Proceeds go to needed items for the

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church and charitable contributions. For Tricky Tray information contact Bernita Becker at

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The community is a Catholic Faith based organization and provides opportunities

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to Catholic women for spiritual growth, developing God-given talents, and establishing car-

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Herry's Market Day Held on the 2nd Sat. Monthly

LECANTO - The Hospice of Citrus and the Nature Coast Thrift & Gift Shoppes

present Herry's Market Day. Herry's Market Day is a yard sale featuring lots of cool items!

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