The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
PAGE 5 - July 13, 2011
Community Events & Meetings
Am. Legion Sponsoring Baseball Trip to Ray's Game
American Legion Post 155 on Gulf-to-Lake Hwy. in Crystal River is hosting a bus
trip to Tropicana Field on Sat., July 16th for “American Legion Day” at the Rays vs. Red
Wings of Grief Support Set for July 20
Sox baseball game. This event is open to the public, and includes children. Game time
The Wings Grief Support Team of Hospice of Citrus County will present “Re-
is 4:10pm with the gates opening at 2pm. $40 per person includes bus transportation and
newal: A Memorial Service of Hope and Healing To Remember Those We Love” to be held
game ticket, along with a free raffle ticket for Rays and Legion memorabilia to be given
on Wednesday, July 20 at 3:00 pm at Beverly Hills Community Church located at 82 Civic
away on the trip. Food and drinks, including alcohol, are permitted on the bus, however,
Circle in Beverly Hills.
any beverages must be in cans or plastic containers. Sign up now at the American Legion
The Wings Grief Support Team at Hospice of Citrus County provides free grief sup-
Post 155 as tickets are limited. Payment by cash or check must be made at time of sign up.
port services to those who have experienced the death of a loved one. Hospice of Citrus
For more information call Cindy at 352-563-9926 or the Legion at 352-795-6526.
County, licensed in 1985, has earned the gold seal of approval from the Joint Commission.
Dedication of New Barge Canal Bridge
For additional information on “Renewal: A Memorial Service of Hope and Healing To Re-
On Tuesday, July 19th, 2011 NARLEO (The National Association of Retired Law
member Those We Love”, or to make a reservation, contact Lynn Miller at 352.527.2348,
Enforcement Officers-Citrus County Chapter) will host the formal dedication of the Trooper
ext. 1507
Ronald Gordon Smith Bridge. The twin span structure on Route#19 crosses the Florida
Redistricting meeting Set for July 13th
Bridge Canal north of Crystal River, and is named after the Florida Highway Patrol Trooper
The Florida House of Representatives House Redistricting Committee will be
who gave his life during a gunfight with two escaped felons from Oklahoma.
meeting around the state this summer to get public testimony on redistricting.
In October of 2010 NARLEO membership and the local community dedicated a
The closest meeting to Citrus County will be on July 13 at The Villages, from 8
monument to Trooper Smith at the actual site of the tragic event, where Basswood Drive
a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Colony Cottage Recreation Center. The next closest meeting will be in
intersects Route# 19 (Suncoast Highway).
Gainesville on the same day from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Santa Fe College in the new Fine Arts
Smith family members and others who played a part in the apprehension of the
Hall. The Florida Legislature must redraw the state’s congressional and legislative boundary
escapees will be in attendance, and a hearty welcome is extended to all who wish to attend
lines prior to the 2012 elections.
the ceremony.
Christmas In July Sale at Hospice Thrift & Gift Shoppes
A motorcade will formally open the bridge shortly after noon, and participants are-
The Hospice of Citrus County Thrift & Gift Shoppes will present a very special
asked to meet in the staging area, which will be the parking lot of the Cross-Florida Green-
“Christmas in July” sale.
way, located on the southeast side of the bridge. (follow signs at the entrance driveway on
From July 11 through July 16, the Thrift & Gift Shoppes will offer all holiday
northbound highway l9 near Nature Coast R.V. Park).
cards, decorations, ornaments and merchandise at 50% off regular prices. From July 18
For more information please contact NARLEO chairman Chris Talar @ (352) 746-1866
through 23 all holiday items will be sold at a miraculous 75% off regular prices. Take ad-
(leave message).
vantage of this great opportunity to stock up on holiday décor!
Exhibitor Spaces Available for HEALTH & FITNESS Expo
The Homosassa Thrift & Gift Shoppe is located at 4530 S. Suncoast Blvd., Homo-
Are you in a health-, fitness- or wellness-related business? Act now to reserve
sassa. The Beverly Hills Thrift & Gift Shoppe is located at 4005 N. Lecanto Hwy., Beverly
your exhibit space for the Women’s HEALTH & FITNESS Expo, hosted by the Business
Hills. The Inverness Thrift & Gift Shoppe is located at 415 S US Hwy. 41, Inverness. The
Women’s Alliance of the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce. Discount is available for
Chiefland Thrift & Gift Shoppe is located at 2202 N. Young Blvd, Chiefland. The High
Chamber member exhibitors.
Springs Thrift & Gift Shoppe is located at 140 N. Main St., High Springs. The Interlachen
This year’s Expo will be on Saturday, September 24, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the
Thrift & Gift Shoppe is located at 1114 Hwy. 20, #202, Interlachen. Hospice of Citrus
National Guard Armory in Crystal River. This is a great opportunity to reach women, the
County, licensed 1985, has earned the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval.  Call
primary health and wellness decision-makers. Previous years have seen nearly 1,000 attend-
352.527.2020 for more information
ees enjoy the information, screenings and demonstrations.
Citrus Housing Advisory Committee meets July 19
There are also sponsorship opportunities available. Choose your level of invest-
This Citrus County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee will meet Tuesday,
ment, and join our major sponsors in supporting health and education: presenting spon-
July 19 at 5 p.m. in room 166 in the Lecanto Government Building.
sor Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center, plus Citrus Memorial Health System, Genesis
On the agenda are: SHIP, Hardest Hit, Neighborhood Stabilization Program, Shel-
Women’s Center & Medical Spa, and media sponsor the Citrus County Chronicle.
ter Plus Care, Section 8, CDBG and Homeless. For information, call 352-527-7532.
Details on exhibit registration, the popular Spa Zone area, and sponsorship op-
CCVC’s Looking for Female Veterans
portunities are available from the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce’s Crystal River
The Citrus County Veterans Coalition (CCVC) is looking for all female veterans.
office at 28 NW Highway 19, phone 352-795-3149, or from any Business Women’s Alliance
We are particularly looking for WW II Veterans to participate in the Parade this year, but all
member.
female veterans are encouraged to contact us. If you are a female veteran and would like
The Expo’s purpose is to educate women and those around them about their health,
to be involved, contact Cynthia Holden 352-628-6481 or Cynthia@advocate4victims.org.
fitness and wellness. Proceeds fund scholarships for students from Citrus, Crystal River and
Lecanto high schools and Withlacoochee Technical Institute for healthcare and business
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