Escolar Documentos
Profissional Documentos
Cultura Documentos
Advocate
February 27, 2009
BH
M
First African-American Appointed to the
18th Circuit Court Bench
Calvin Peete
HistoryMaker
Legendary golfer
made history on
Nweze Named Florida’s
uneven fairways
See page 3 Special Advisor
on Minority Affairs
See back page
James Ingram
Breaking
New Ground
page 13
o r l a n d o a d v o c a t e . c o m
the Advocate Publisher’s Word
Credo of the Black Press
“I shall be an ADVOCATE of the full
���������
�������������� ��������������������������������� ���������������������� ������������������� ����������� ������������� ��� ���������������������� ����������� �� ������� ��������
����������� �� �� ����� �������������� ��������� ������� ��� ����������������������� ����������� ����������������������� �������� �������������������� ��������� ��������
����� ������������������������������������������������������������
�����������������������������������������������������������������
��������������������� �������������������������������������������������������
����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������
�����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������
������������ ������������������������������������������������������
�������������������������������������������������������������
���������������������������������������������
������������������������������������������� ��������������������������������
� ���� �����������������������
������
The Orlando Advocate
The
Lifest yle
James Ingram
Page 16
Movies Music Beauty Fashion Health Wellness Events Home Family
Wellness Allergists Off Tools, Tips to lief. Many allergens persist year-round and
can be rampant indoors: pet dander, dust and
Health Tips
ACAAI and allergists across the coun-
try have joined together to help you nip al-
lergies in the bud. Studies indicate they’re
(NU) doing just that: a recent survey of allergy and
N
asthma sufferers found that people who saw
Garlic early 40 million Americans sniffle
and sneeze as spring approaches
an allergist -- a doctor trained in the diag-
nosis and treatment of allergies and asthma
G
and cold weather is swapped for -- were nearly three times more likely to
arlic is rich in manganese, vitamin
pollen from trees, grass and weeds. deem their treatment effective than those
C, and selenium. Garlic also has a
Symptoms of spring nasal allergies, who took over-the-counter medicine.
theraputic action due to its phytochemicals
or hay fever, can include a runny or stuffy Treatment often includes medications,
containing sulphur. Garlic supports normal
nose, sneezing, and itchy, watery eyes. The allergy shots to gradually build your toler-
blood pressure and may help reduce serum
allergies also can trigger an asthma attack ance for the substances to which you are
cholesterol and helps prevent placque form-
-- wheezing, a tight feeling in the chest, dif- allergic and avoiding your allergy triggers.
ing in the
ficulty breathing or coughing. Unlike medications that stop working
arteries.
“If your symptoms interfere with your when you stop taking them, allergy shots,
Studies
life, it’s important to see an allergist,” said or “immunotherapy,” are the only treat-
also show
Richard Gower, M.D., president of the ment that may provide long-term relief and
that gar-
American College of Allergy, Asthma and prevent allergic asthma. Allergy shots have
lic helps
Immunology (ACAAI). “Allergies are seri- proven particularly effective in reducing
lower the
ous diseases, but with tests we can uncover symptoms related to grass, trees, pollen,
incidence
the source of your suffering and develop a By visiting the Web site AllergyAndA dust mites, pets, stinging insects and certain
of cancer
plan to treat it.” sthmaRelief.org, you can take a self- types of mold.
in the
Tips to keep pollen at bay include stay- test and see how you can find relief If you have allergies or asthma, visit
gastroin-
ing inside with the windows closed, wearing from allergies and asthma. AllergyAndAsthmaRelief.org to take a
testinal
a mask outdoors, and washing pollen out of self-test and see how you can find relief.
tract. Adding garlic to your meals is an
your hair when you come inside. However, time plans and, until you confirm what trig- The Web site also includes patient stories, a
inexpensive health supplement.
these techniques may impede your spring- gers your allergies, they might not bring re- patient newsletter and an allergist locator.
Fragrance for
Pleasant Dreams Sport Your Bathing Suit The Importance of
Senior Fitness
& Restful Sleep With Confidence (Family Features) Some seniors are
F
Exfoliating your skin with a sugar rub can
sleep can help in having pleasant dreams. ew things can cause women to feel give you a healthy, beach-worthy glow, physical activity, older people tend to
Studies on a group of 15 volunteers who more dread than hitting the beach in and waxing can make you feel smooth and grow weaker in four areas important
were exposed to smells of rotten eggs and an unflattering bathing suit. To make gorgeous. Sand, salt water and chlorine can
matters worse, many women find every all irritate sensitive skin, so plan to exfoli- for staying healthy and independent:
roses for 30 nights have indicated that smell
bathing suit unflattering. ate and wax a few days before you hit the strength, balance, flexibility, and en-
has an effect on human emotions. After ex-
posing the volunteers to these smells, they “Not so,” say the makers of Miracle- sand. durance.
suit, a designer of ladies’ figure-enhancing - Stand tall and smile. Your posture and The American Senior Fitness As-
were woken up and asked to recollect their
swimwear. Women can enjoy the sun and your expression communicate as much sex sociation has some recommendations
dreams. Those exposed to floral scents appeal as anything else. Look like you’re
the sand in health, beauty and confidence.
recorded having pleasant positive dreams Here are some tips for women looking to having fun, and people will find you more for those wanting to start a fitness
and those exposed to the unpleasant smell put their best sandal forward: attractive. program.
of rotten eggs were recorded as having nega- - Pick the right suit. Your dress size * Get medical clearance to exercise.
tive dreams. doesn’t determine your bathing suit size, * Don’t exercise if you are injured,
Researchers claim that unlike other sens- so try on the same suit in several different sick, or running a temperature.
es, brain structures involved in smelling are sizes to find the best fit.
Some brands make swimsuits especially
* Always warm up and cool down.
always awake and influence the emotional
designed to flatter female bodies. Miracle- * Drink plenty of water before, dur-
tone of sleep. If you don’t have access to
fresh flowers, a Lavender Naturopatch suit swimwear (www.miraclesuit.com) ing and after exercise.
that uses scents associated with pleasure- offers several types of bust support, such * Avoid heavy meals for about two
as soft cups, hidden underwires, foam bras, hours before energetic exercise.
-lavender, chamomile and jasmine--can be
and foam bras with underwires, and uses
used to bring pleasnt dreams and a good shirring, draping, pleating and skirts to ac-
* If fatigue and/or discomfort last
night’s sleep. centuate the positives. longer than one or two hours after
- Accessorize. The beach outfit means exercising, cut back the next day but
more than just the suit. Choose a stylish, don’t stop completely.
dramatic hat. The hat will draw attention to For a good overall program, consider
your face while also offering sun protection.
Bright earrings also help draw eyes upward.
tai chi, a gentle, self-paced system of
If you choose to wear a sarong, don’t hide exercise. It involves standing and per-
under it -; all of that extra fabric can make forming a series of movements in a
you look larger. Espedrille sandals accentu- slow, graceful way.
ate legs without compromising comfort. Staying active does the body and the
- Make yourself feel pretty. Do what it
takes to boost your self-confidence, whether
mind a world of good. Find exercise
that means a new haircut or a day at the spa. When on the beach, put your confidence and activities that you enjoy and you’ll
After hiding in boots all winter, your toes on display. Stand tall and smile. be able to stick with it and improve your
quality of life.
Building a Successful
ity of your name, your
integrity.
- Sales. Learn to
G
who would say, ‘The doctor told me to get always come back,
eorge Foreman, a world-champion a George!’ I’m like, what are they talking because you’ve got
boxer, community leader, father, about? Get a George? From that point on, some integrity, and
husband and recognized spokes- you know, I can never go back to what I used people need that.
person, has built an empire on one quality to do where I just sell and sell,” he says. - Persistence.
-- integrity. “Now everything I do has to be connected It may take a year,
“The greatest asset, even in this coun- to something healthy.” it might take three
try, isn’t oil or gas,” says Foreman. “It’s Foreman now runs a Web site where or four years, but
integrity. Everyone is searching for it, visitors can purchase cookbooks, memoirs you’re going to hit
asking, ‘Who can I do business with that and autographed boxing gloves. His 10 something so you
I can trust?’” books, three of which were published by have something to
Foreman based his business on his Thomas Nelson in the last two years, offer put on your table for
reputation as a world-champion boxer. After inspirational insights into life, comebacks your family.
he reclaimed his heavyweight champion title and fatherhood. - Legacy. You
in 1994, at the age of 44, Foreman started In an interview with SUCCESS want to leave some-
using his image to sell products. But it was Magazine, Foreman offered these tips to thing, you really do.
his partnership with Salton, Inc. that led to Americans looking for well-rounded suc- I mean, in the end,
the George Foreman Lean, Mean, Fat-Re- cess in life: statues and all those Featured on the cover of SUCCESS Magazine, Foreman
ducing Grilling Machine, a $137.5 million - Belief. You have to have something things, they don’t has unveiled his strategy for a successful life.
endorsement deal that allowed Foreman to that you believe in. It could be someone you mean anything. Leave
positively influence people’s lives. believe in, too. But at least have something something we’re all
“All the ads I had done for sausages, you believe in, and you cannot be talked out going to benefit from.
you name it, [I was] mainly thinking about of by dollars and cents. For additional success tips, pick at newsstands or visit their Web site
money. But then I went into the grill busi- - Integrity. You must preserve the qual- up a copy of SUCCESS Magazine www.SUCCESS.com.
���������������������
�
������������
��
�����������������������������
��
����������������������������������
�����������������
������������������
���������������� B
Am
��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������
������������������������������������������������������������������������
����������� ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������
�����������������������������������������������������������������������������������
���
��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ����������������������
���������������
������������������������������������������������������������������������
��������������������������������������������������������������������������������
February 27, 2009
022609_JAX_FULL_INC_XSm.indd 1 The Advocate 13
2/18/09 3:08:15 PM
Relationships
Match Made Readying Yourself for Romance Part IV:
In Heaven Evaluating Your Options for Meeting a Mate
By G. Craige Lewis by Nicolle Williams, blackchristiandatingadvice.com
W
e’ve made it to the final install- online dating has
From the The EX Daily Word ment of our four-part series on entered the main-
for July 28, 2008 how to ready yourself to get back stream; and fellow
into the dating game. If you haven’t read Christians have
Proverbs 3:6 “Seek his will in the previous segments, I suggest catching realized that there
all you do, and he will direct up with those before continuing on: See is nothing sinful
your paths.” NLT “Readying Yourself for Romance Part I: about singles sites.
The Physical Preparation,” “Readying In fact, aside from
T
Yourself for Romance Part II: Wants and maybe local con-
he vow of marriage is a
Expectations,” and “Readying Yourself gregations, I think
vow. Therefore, we can- for Romance Part III: Brushing Up on faith-based dating
not experiment with casual Behavior”. sites are one of the
dating, premature intimacy, In this final discussion, I’ll review the best methods for
and multiple simultaneous part that’s going to put your planning and meeting a similar
relationships. We must follow polishing into action: Identifying your op- single.
God, even while we are in the tions for meeting someone and evaluating There are Volunteering is a good way to meet interesting people.
dating stage. If you are single, which are the best fit for you. many reasons
God must lead you! they’re so suc- because you are being set up by those who
Why evaluate your options? cessful, but among the most important are know you best…and who think they’ve
Many single’s conferences
The reason it’s important to consider that, obviously, the whole issue of whether found you a good fit.
will tell you that there is no
your options is because simply saying to they share your beliefs is already covered. There are only a couple negatives to
match made in heaven and yourself, “Okay, I’m ready to meet some- Secondly, if a person is on a dating site, traditional matchmaking: First of all, suit-
that you choose your spouse one” doesn’t get you very far in actually you know they’re single. Because even at able setups don’t come around all that often.
on your own. They will say finding that person. Many people make the church, you never know who is married or I mean how many singles do your friends
that it’s your choice who you mistake of thinking that just because they’ve involved; if they are single, you still can’t happen to come across that might actually be
choose to spend the rest of your decided they’re ready to get back out there, be sure they’re looking for love. a match? Maybe one every few months—if
life with. But my bible tells me people will come pounding on their doors A dating site cuts through all this that. Not really enough to generate high
that in all my ways, I should for dates. Unfortunately, they wait, won- confusion. Additionally, you don’t have to odds of meeting a mate.
acknowledge God’s power, and der, and ultimately get discouraged because endure an uncomfortable first date finding The other downside—or shall I say
nothing happens. out that you share no similarities. Most perceived downside—is fear. People are
he will direct me.
To combat this standstill, I recommend often, when you meet someone online, you fearful that if they get set up with someone,
How can I see the future?
reviewing the alternatives for meeting peo- spend a period of time e-mailing before things will be awkward if they don’t hit it
How could I ever know, with ple, then determining which are right for things move to the in-person phase. This off…and they still have to see them socially.
the stakes so high, that I’m you. In my opinion, there are four basic serves to weed out a larger percentage of However, the truth is that if you know how
choosing the right woman or options for exposing yourself to potential incompatible people. to handle the situation, this shouldn’t be a
man? You can’t, unless you partners. The first three I covered in a downside or deterrent. (For tips on match-
are lead by the Spirit of the previous posting (“Reality Check: Are You Is this option for you? making with maturity, see “Match and Be
Lord. I refuse to believe that Hiding Behind Your Faith to Avoid Looking Faith-based dating sites are great if Matched Part I: Making the Most of the
God won’t lead us to the spouse for Love?” July 2008), which I will discuss you’re busy or enjoy hanging out at home Good, Old-Fashioned Setup,” April 2008.)
of his choosing. again in detail below. as opposed to going out socially, since you
have few options for meeting someone in Is this option for you?
With society’s methods of
Faith-based dating sites person. These sites are also excellent if Traditional setups are perfect if you
raising children and exposing
With over 30,000 active members on you’re shy about approaching people. For have a large circle of friends, family, and
them to all kinds of spirits as www.faithmate.com, it’s pretty obvious that many, it’s much easier to send a virtual acquaintances, especially if many of them
they are growing up, there’s no “smile,” quick e- are Christians. Because of this, there is
telling these days what kinds of mail, or IM than likely a significant pool of possibilities. But
issues you are marrying into. it is to saunter up if you’ve only got a few close friends/family
God has to be first in or- to a stranger in a members, and most of them are married, a
der to be heard! He cannot social setting and more realistic option might be…
lead from behind so you must introduce them-
follow him! If you walk after selves. Attendance at events or outings
the flesh, he is behind you. You Putting yourself in proximity to those
Traditional with similar interests is one of the best
must walk AFTER the Spirit!,
matchmaking ways to meet likeminded mates. Whether
“Traditional the activity is social, spiritual, athletic, or
matchmaking” educational, camaraderie and a common
essentially refers goal enable you to open up and have a no-
to the time-tested pressure exchange, a perfect excuse to get to
setup. And this is know a potential partner in a public setting.
another highly ef- Examples include:
Dating site are an option for those who have few options for fective method for • Church, religious groups, and Bible
meeting in person. meeting someone, study
>>>
14 The Advocate February 27, 2009
<<<
• Charity and community orga-
nizations
• Parties and dinners hosted by
friends or family members
• Weddings and other events that
bring together friends of friends
• Clubs (i.e. book, chess, art, or
music)
• Classes (i.e. foreign language,
cooking, computer, etc.)
• Intramural sports teams
• Gyms and exercise classes (i.e.
spinning or yoga)
• University, community college,
or graduate-level classes
“
if you’re going to rely on this method, you “That’s a really cool bracelet; did you get it The common dating-denominator in
need to consciously all of these methods
create opportunities is that you need to Suggested Reading: Psa.
for yourself: In other Many people make the mistake put forth some effort! 37:4, Matt. 6:33, Prov. 16:9,
words, don’t save up
your grocery shopping of thinking that just because they’ve But, again, don’t
pressure yourself.
Prov. 19:21
for Sundays only…go
more frequently for a
decided they’re ready to get back out Instead, just look at it
as if you are widening
Check out G. Craige
Lewis’ new DVD for singles
few things at a time; there, people will come pounding on your social interac-
”
or swap your kitchen- tions—both in terms called “The Power Of One”
made coffee for a daily their doors for dates. of putting yourself out available online at http:
trip to a café, upping there and in making //www.exministries.com/
your odds of seeing your interest (subtly) products.html
someone who sparks around here?”) known when someone ©2008 G. Craige Works
your interest (and no, you don’t need to • If they speak with someone, ask does cross your radar. You’ll never come All Rights Reserved
get a $5 latte; a small drip serves the same a question about what they’ve said (i.e. if off as desperate
I
n this business, few artists have at- Minor, Keith Andes,
tained a level of longevity worthy to Jeremy Lubbock,
be considered legendary. With over along with Ingram
three decades of hits, several GRAMMY himself.
awards, and multiple Oscar nominations Celebrated ac-
to his credit, James Ingram can easily be tress, choreographer,
deemed a music icon. As a talented musi- and TV producer
cian, songwriter, and vocalist, Ingram’s Debbie Allen part-
career has been marked by his ability to ners with Ingram in
break new ground and delve into new co-writing “Mercy”
territory. He does so with his first inspi- and the album’s title
rational release titled Stand (In the Light), track. The title track
a ten-track effort that showcases the purity reminds all of the importance of allowing Ingram stays true to his areas of ex-
of Ingram’s heart and the power of his the light of Christ to shine in all circum- pertise and delivers with smooth ballads
tenor vocals. stances. and heartfelt lyrics. One listen to this ef-
From start to finish, the album fea- Ingram adds the original recording of fort and it becomes abundantly clear that
tures an all-star lineup of producers and the Grammy-award winning song “Yah- Ingram is most comfortable providing
writers that bring Ingram’s heart for God Mo Be There” to the project, an exciting inspiration to the world around him. This
to the forefront. Five-time Dove-award duet with Michael McDonald that sees is an album that builds on the formula of
winning producer Keith Thomas handles the incomparable Quincy Jones handling authentic music and warm vocals, with the
the lion’s share of the production respon- production efforts. Ingram continues to end result being another hit for Ingram.
sibilities for the album, producing four Like Home”, which Thomas co-writes deliver classic and timeless material with While an inspirational release may be new
of the project’s ten tracks. Thomas lends with Ingram. his rendition of the hymn “Blessed Assur- ground for this artist, he fits into the genre
his touch to the reflective “For All We Other producers on the album include ance” and the Bernard Ighner-penned hit with the greatest of ease. Here’s another
Know” and the pop-flavored “No Place famed music director and bassist Rickey “Everything Must Change”. album to add to your collection.
Orlando School of Cultural Dance performs at the City of Orlando Black Terrance Lane conducts Lane and Company, a Sacred Music and Negro Spiritual
History Month Celebration. Ensemble, at the City of Orlando’s Black History Month Celebration.
Above, Chief Val Demings poses with 4 year Above, Chief Val Demings provides keynote address on
All photos are by Janice LaBord,
old Morgan LaBord at the celebration. Below, the Black history and why it matters in the 21st century. Below,
of the Orlando Advocate.
Orlando School of Cultural Dance performs. the Oak Ridge High School choir performs at the celebration.
FORT MYERS - On her son are homeless and apartment and placed all town hall meeting site,
The small statured woman Ms. Hughes and her son their possessions into Chene Thompson, the wife
Tuesday, February 10 th , living in their car. Ms. and her son appeared over- Corey were taken by FCRA
2009 FCRA President Wil- Hughes requested assis- storage. She has spent an of State Representative Nick
whelmed and were initially President David and FCRA exhaustive amount of time Thompson made an offer to
lie David, III and FCRA tance with employment. insistent on leaving. FCRA State Secretary Watson to
State Secretary Marsha The President responded seeking employment, but Ms. Hughes for housing.
President David was able lunch and given an oppor- believes that her age and Donating a home located in
Watson traveled to Fort compassionately by leav- to get Ms. Hughes away tunity to rest and reflect on
Myers Florida as special ing the platform and hug- the progression of comput- LaBelle, Florida approxi-
from the media temporarily the day’s events. ers and technology have mately 30 minutes away.
invited guests to participate ging Ms. Hughes assuring and took a few moments Ms. Hughes shared that
in President Barack Obama that he would have his staff left her at the bottom of FCRA was unexpectedly
to explain to her what had she had become ill and lost the employability list. Her inundated with numerous
2nd town hall meeting since contact her with assistance. occurred and what was to her job during recovery
taking office. This historic The town hall meeting resume is very skilled and media requests and e-mails
come. Ms. Hughes did not from serious illness for she has outstanding refer- with donations for Ms.
moment would be the Pres- ended with the President realize that her story would which she is now receiv-
ident’s first trip to Florida to greeting the crowd with ences and so does her son Hughes and her son from
be of such great interest and ing approximately $800 per Corey, who is ironically a all across the country. Ms.
address the economic crisis handshakes. As FCRA was surprised to know that month disability. Her son
in one of the country’s hard- members were about to computer programmer. She Hughes, still overwhelmed
it had already been aired na- Corey also became unem- was advised that the waiting by the kindness and gener-
est hit home foreclosure cit- leave the meeting, we could tionally. We explained that ployed shortly thereafter and
ies. Governor Charlie Crist not miss a mob of media fol- list for public housing is a osity, will soon settle into
she was now for at least a that was the beginning of a minimum of two years and her new home in LaBelle,
introduced the President lowing Ms. Hughes around short time the spokesperson downward spiral. They lost
who acknowledged several as she attempted to exit the therefore has been forced Florida.
for others in her situation their home and moved into to reside in her truck. Ms.
congressional members and building. and needed to get her story an apartment, her daughter FCRA President, Willie
special invited guests. Reporters from AP, Hughes explained that after David, III said “We believe
out. She agreed and indi- who resides out of state also paying for car insurance,
One of the town hall ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, In- vidual interviews were set suffered a serious illness and we know who are homeless
meeting participants, Hen- side Edition and BBC were storage, a few minutes on among us, due to stereotype
up with each waiting media required assistance from her her cell phone and food she
rietta Hughes, made an there to cover the town hall who had by now become a mother. and Ms. Hughes has certain-
emotional plea to President meeting and now wanted did not have enough money ly changed my perception,
little more patient. After While caring for her left to survive on.
Obama, citing that she and to know Ms. Hughes story. granting several interviews daughter they lost their any of us could be a Ms.
Prior to leaving the Henrietta Hughes.
February 27, 2009 The Advocate 19
INDEX
100 LEGAL NOTICES classifieds Notice
110 ADOPTIONS Advertiser may request classification
112 ANNOUNCEMENTS Deadlines Adjustments
of any ad according to our INDEX. If
115 ANTIQUES Ad copy & cancellations Check your ad the first time it appears. we fail to properly classify an ad, the
120 AUCTIONS With prior space reservation: Notify us immediately of any error. Our extent of our responsibility will be to
130 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
Tuesday, 4:30 pm responsibility for incorrect insertion will run the ad a second time.
135 EDUCATION
140 FINANCIAL (corporate accounts only) not exceed the cost of the space ad-
145 FINACIAL SERVICES Ads requiring construction: vertised, first run only. The publisher Credit/Rate Policies
150 FOR SALE/RENT Monday, 12:00 noon assumes no financial responsibility Rates are determined when ad is
160 HEALTH & MISC. FOR SALE Cancellations must be received by for inadvertent deletions or failure to placed. Courtesy credit limit on non-
170 HELP WANTED publish ads. contract private party advertising is
180 LEGAL SERVICES
Tuesday, 3:30 pm
$250. All ads subject to credit ap-
190 MISCELLANEOUS
The Advocate respectfully reserves the right to reject or cancel any ad received. proval. Some classified ads require
200 SUPPLIES
205 PET SUPPLIES advance payment.
Email us your classified ad copy: sales@cfadvocate.com
210 MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
220 REAL ESTATE NOTICE OF ACTION NOTICE OF ACTION NOTICE OF ACTION NOTICE OF ACTION NOTICE OF ACTION NOTICE OF ACTION
223 RVs/TRAILERS FOR DISSOLUTION OF FOR DISSOLUTION OF FOR DISSOLUTION OF FOR DISSOLUTION OF FOR DISSOLUTION OF
225 STEEL BUILDINGS MARRIAGE MARRIAGE MARRIAGE MARRIAGE BEFORE THE FLORIDA
MARRIAGE
228 Vacations/ Resort Rentals BOARD OF EMPLOYEE
227 WEDDINGS/PERSONAL IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN THE CIRCUIT COURT LEASING COMPANIES
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN THE CIRCUIT COURT
229 WANTED TO BUY OF THE NINTH OF THE NINTH
230 YOUR AD COULD BE HERE OF THE NINTH OF THE NINTH OF THE NINTH
JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN IN RE: The practice of
JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN employee leasing
AND FOR ORANGE AND FOR ORANGE
100 Legal Notices AND FOR ORANGE
COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND FOR ORANGE
COUNTY, FLORIDA
AND FOR ORANGE
COUNTY, FLORIDA COUNTY, FLORIDA COUNTY, FLORIDA
The Human Resource
NOTICE OF ACTION Enterprise Corp.
Case No.: DR09-1517 Case No.: 2009-2069 Case No.: 2009-2624 Case No.: 2009-2512 Case No.: 2009-2658
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF 8613 Pisa Dr.
MONA MICHAUD IRMENGARD MARIE LIVIA GUTIERREZ WILLIE WHITE TRINA KIRKLAND Suite 13210
THE NINTH JUDICIAL CIR-
Petitioner, GUY Petitioner, Petitioner, Petitioner, Orlando, FL 32810
CUIT, IN AND FOR ORANGE
COUNTY, FLORIDA and Petitioner, and and and
JEAN A. MICHAUD, and WALID KODAXR, SHIRLEY WHITE, RAY WATSON, JR., CASE NO.: 2008006594
Case No.: 08-CA-33715-O Respondent Respondent LICENSE NO.: EL336
Respondent RODNEY A. GUY, Respondent
CITY OF ORLANDO, a Mu- Respondent TO: SHIRLEY WHITE TO: RAY WATSON, JR.
nicipal Corporation of the TO: JEAN A. MICHAUD TO: WALID KODAXR The Department of Busi-
ADDRESS UNKNOWN TO: RODNEY A. GUY ADDRESS UNKNOWN ADDRESS UNKNOWN ADDRESS UNKNOWN
State of Florida, ness and Professional
ADDRESS UNKNOWN Regulation has filed an
Plaintiff, YOU ARE HEREBY NO- YOU ARE HEREBY NO- YOU ARE HEREBY NO- YOU ARE HEREBY NO- Administrative Complaint
vs. TIFIED that an action for YOU ARE HEREBY NO- TIFIED that an action for TIFIED that an action for TIFIED that an action for against you, a copy of
Dissolution of Marriage TIFIED that an action for Dissolution of Marriage Dissolution of Marriage Dissolution of Marriage which may be obtained by
LULA HAWKINS, AS PER- has been filed against you has been filed against you
has been filed against you Dissolution of Marriage has been filed against you contacting, Jamie Duran,
SONAL REPRESENTA- and that you are required to and that you are required
TIVE OF THE ESTATE OF and that you are required has been filed against you and that you are required to Office of General Counsel,
to serve a copy of your and that you are required to serve a copy of your written serve a copy of your writ- to serve a copy of your Department of Business
FLOYD L. NELSON, SR.;
UNKNOWN TENANT I; written defenses, if any, serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to the Pe- ten defenses, if any, to the written defenses, if any, and Professional Regula-
and any unknown heirs, de- to the Petitioner, MONA defenses, if any, to the Pe- titioner, LIVIA GUTIERREZ Petitioner, WILLIE WHITE to the Petitioner, TRINA tion, 1940 North Monroe
visees, grantees, creditors, MICHAUD whose address whose address is 400 CHA- whose address is 5231 VIA KIRKLAND whose address Street, Suite 33, Tallahas-
titioner, IRMENGARD MA-
and other unknown per- HACIENDA CIRCLE, APT. is 813 AVONDALE DRIVE, see, FL 32399-2203, (850)
is 7069 CARDINAL WOOD RIE GUY whose address PEL TRACE DRIVE, #202,
sons or unknown spouses 118, ORLANDO, FLORIDA #1, ORLANDO, FLORIDA 487-9651.
CT, ORLANDO, FLORIDA is 1614 DOREEN AVENUE, ORLANDO, FLORIDA
claiming by, through and 32818, on or before March OCOEE, FLORIDA 34761, 32807 on or before April 2, 32839 on or before April 2, 32805 on or before April 2,
under any of the above- 2009, and file the original 2009, and file the original If no contact has been
26, 2009, and file the original on or before March 26, 2009, 2009, and file the original made by you concerning
named Defendants, with the Clerk of this Court with the Clerk of this Court
with the Clerk of this Court and file the original with the with the Clerk of this Court the above by April 10,
Defendant(s), at 425 N. Orange Avenue, Clerk of this Court at, 425 N. at 425 N. Orange Avenue, at 425 N. Orange Avenue, at 425 N. Orange Avenue,
2009 the matter of the Ad-
Room 320, Orlando, Florida Orange Avenue, Orlando, Orlando, Florida 32801 be- Orlando, Florida 32801 be- Orlando, Florida 32801 be- ministrative Complaint will
TO: Any unknown heirs, devi- fore service on the Petitioner
32801 before service on the Florida 32801 before service fore service on the Petitioner fore service on the Petitioner be presented at a hearing
sees, grantees, creditors, and
Petitioner or immediately on the Petitioner or imme- or immediately thereafter. If or immediately thereafter. If or immediately thereafter. If pursuant to 120.57(2), F.S.
other unknown persons or un-
known spouses claiming by, thereafter. If you fail to diately thereafter. If you fail you fail to do so a default you fail to do so a default you fail to do so a default before the Florida Board of
through and under any of the do so a default will be to do so a default will be will be entered against you will be entered against you will be entered against you Employee Leasing Com-
above-named Defendants entered against you for entered against you for for the relief demanded in for the relief demanded in for the relief demanded in panies.
the relief demanded in the relief demanded in the Petition. the Petition. the Petition.
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTI- In accordance with the
FIED that an action to enforce the Petition. the Petition. Copies of all court docu- Copies of all court docu-
Copies of all court docu- Americans with Disabili-
a code enforcement lien on Copies of all court docu- ments in this case, includ- ments in this case, includ- ments in this case, includ-
Copies of all court docu- ties Act, persons needing
the following properties in ing orders, are available ing orders, are available
ments in this case, includ- ments in this case, includ- ing orders, are available a special accommodation
Orange County , Florida: at the Clerk of the Circuit at the Clerk of the Circuit
ing orders, are available ing orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit to participate in this pro-
Parcel ID#: at the Clerk of the Circuit at the Clerk of the Circuit Court's office. You may Court's office. You may Court's office. You may ceeding should contact the
26-22-29-8460-01-090 Court's office. You may Court's office. You may review these documents review these documents review these documents individual or agency send-
review these documents review these documents upon request. upon request. upon request. ing notice not later than
Property Address:
201 N. Lee Avenue, Or- upon request. upon request. seven days prior to the
You must keep the Clerk of You must keep the Clerk of You must keep the Clerk of
lando, FL 32805 proceeding at the address
You must keep the Clerk of You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court's office the Circuit Court's office the Circuit Court's office given on notice. Telephone:
Legal Description: the Circuit Court's office the Circuit Court's office notified of your current notified of your current notified of your current (850) 257-6097; 1-800-955-
Lot 9, Bk. A, Sunset Park notified of your current notified of your current address. (You may file address. (You may file address. (You may file 8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-
Subdivision, PB F, Page address. (You may file address. (You may file Notice of Current Ad- Notice of Current Ad- Notice of Current Ad- 8770 (v), via Florida Relay
115, public records of Notice of Current Ad- dress, Florida Supreme dress, Florida Supreme dress, Florida Supreme Service.
Notice of Current Ad-
Orange County, Florida dress, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Court Approved Family Court Approved Family Pub 2/27/09 4x
dress, Florida Supreme
has been filed against you, and Court Approved Family Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future Law Form 12.915.) Future Law Form 12.915.) Future
LULA HAWKINS, AS PER- Law Form 12.915.) Future Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will papers in this lawsuit will papers in this lawsuit will
SONAL REPRESENTA- papers in this lawsuit will papers in this lawsuit will be mailed to the address be mailed to the address be mailed to the address Your business is
TIVE OF THE ESTATE OF be mailed to the address be mailed to the address on record at the clerk's on record at the clerk's on record at the clerk's our business.
FLOYD L. NELSON, SR.; on record at the clerk's office. office. office. For hassle-free
on record at the clerk's
UNKNOWN TENANT I; you
are required to serve a copy of your
office. office. WARNING: Rule 12.285, WARNING: Rule 12.285, WARNING: Rule 12.285, legal
written defenses, if any, on JOYCE WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules Florida Family Law Rules Florida Family Law Rules and
WARNING: Rule 12.285,
SAVAGE GASTON, ESQUIRE, Florida Family Law Rules Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires cer- of Procedure, requires cer- of Procedure, requires cer- classified
Plaintiff'sattorney, whose address is: of Procedure, requires cer- of Procedure, requires cer- tain automatic disclosure of tain automatic disclosure of tain automatic disclosure of advertising,
5401 S. Kirkman Road, Suite 310, tain automatic disclosure of tain automatic disclosure of documents and information. documents and information. documents and information. call us at
Orlando, Florida 32819 (30) days documents and information. Failure to comply can result Failure to comply can result Failure to comply can result 407-648-1162
from the date of the first publication documents and information.
Failure to comply can result Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dis- in sanctions, including dis- in sanctions, including dis- or e-mail your ad
of this notice, and file the original with
in sanctions, including dis- in sanctions, including dis- missal or striking of plead- missal or striking of plead- missal or striking of plead- and instructions to
the clerk of court either before service
on plaintiff's attorney or immediately missal or striking of plead- missal or striking of plead- ings. ings. ings. sales@cfadvocate.com.
thereafter; otherwise a default will be ings. ings.
Dated February 19th, 2009 Dated February 18th, 2009 Dated February 19th, 2009
entered against you for the relief de-
manded in the complaint or petition. Dated February 13th, 2009 Dated February 11th, 2009 LYDIA GARDNER, CLERK LYDIA GARDNER, CLERK LYDIA GARDNER, CLERK
LYDIA GARDNER, CLERK LYDIA GARDNER, CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CIRCUIT COURT Call
DATED on 16th day of January, 2009 OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CIRCUIT COURT by Marc LaRusso by Marc LaRusso by Marc LaRusso 407-648-1162
CLERK OF THE COURT by Yadira Aguilar Deputy Clerk Deputy Clerk Deputy Clerk or e-mail your ad
by Jason Glenn
By Parris Sachse Deputy Clerk
and
Deputy Clerk Pub 2/27/09 4x Pub 2/27/09 4x Pub 2/27/09 4x instructions to
Deputy Clerk
2/20, 2/27/09 2x Pub 2/27/09 4x Pub 2/27/09 4x sales@cfadvocate.com.
Email your legal or classified ad to:sales@cfadvocate.com
20 The Advocate February 27, 2009
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT INVITATION TO BID
UCF Partnership III NOTICE FOR CONTINUING GENERAL CONTRACTOR SERVICES
OF THE NINTH
NOTICE OF ACTION JUDICIAL CIRCUIT,
100 Legal Notices IN THE CIRCUIT COURT
IN AND FOR ORANGE
COUNTY, FLORIDA
Clancy & Theys Construc- THE SCHOOL BOARD OF ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA
tion Company is actively
SOLICITATION FOR OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT
CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR OR- soliciting bids for the UCF
BIDS CASE NO.:
ANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA 2008-CP-2825-O Partnership III building at
The Orange County Board The School Board of Orange County, Florida announces that bids shall be accepted
PROBATE DIVISION the University of Central
of County Commission- Case No.: 48-2009-CA-002818-O for the project listed below.
Florida.
ers is soliciting bids (IFB)
CITY OF ORLANDO, a IN RE: THE ESTATE OF
and proposals (RFP) for BARBARA A. DAVIS PROJECT NAME AND NUMBER: General Contractor Term Service Bid
Municipal Corporation of This project consists of a
a variety of goods and Deceased. Bid #09-01-CGC.
the State of Florida, new 5 story facility which
services, construction, and
Plaintiff, contains approximately
architectural/engineering NOTICE
OF ADMINISTRATION 117,000 SF of research SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED: Continuing General Contractor Services
services. Interested par- vs. as required and specified in the bid
labs, offices and class-
ties may receive docu- documents.
NATHAN STEELE; DA- The administration of the rooms. The building is lo-
ments via the internet at
MIEN HIGGERSON; HEL- estate of BARBARA A. cated in the Central Florida
orangecountyfl.net. A list EN BROWN; UNKNOWN DAVIS, deceased, Case PRE-BID MEETING: March 10, 2009 at 10:00 a.m., 6501
Research Park.
of open solicitations is also TENANT I; and any is pending in the Circuit Magic Way, Bldg 100A, Orlando, FL,
available on the County’s unknown heirs, devisees, Court for Orange County, Building 100A. Attendance is not
BID DATE AND TIME:
Bid Hotline at (407) 836- grantees, creditors, and Florida, Probate Division,
the address of which Pricing is due at Clancy mandatory.
0011, or view Orange TV, other unknown persons
is 425 N. Orange Ave, & Theys Construction,
TWC cable channel 9. or unknown spouses OCPS CONTACT: William Irvine (407) 317-3700 ext 5319
Orlando, Florida 32801. 7308 Greenbriar Parkway,
claiming by, through and
under any of the above- The name and address Orlando, FL 32819, Fax: Fax Number (407) 317-3752
NEW FEATURE: of the personal represen-
named Defendants, 407-578-1439 by 2:00 PM,
Visit our web site tative and the personal BIDS ARE TO BE SENT TO : Orange County Public Schools
Tuesday, March 17, 2009.
(orangecountyfl.net)* and Defendant(s), representative’s attorney Contract Administration
sign up for electronic is set forth below.
TO: Any unknown heirs, de- INSURANCE REQUIRE- 6501 Magic Way, Bldg. 100B
notification of County Orlando, FL 32809
visees, grantees, creditors, ALL INTERESTED PER- MENTS: All subcontractors
solicitations. On the web and other unknown persons SONS ARE NOTIFIED and suppliers furnishing
site, select Services On- or unknown spouses claim- BID DUE DATE: March 24, 2009 at 2:00 p.m.
THAT: on-site labor/deliveries are
line and click on Vendor ing by, through and under required to have workmen’s
Registration System. For any of the above-named All persons upon whom Requirements: Interested firms are required to comply with all requirements of the Bid.
compensation insurance,
assistance, please email Defendants this notice is served who A copy of the bid and any and all clarifications issued shall be obtained from our web
general liability and auto-
purchasing@ocfl.net or have objections that chal-
YOU ARE HEREBY NO- lenge the qualification of mobile insurance. site http://www.ocps.net/op/contract/. Copies of the bid may also be picked up at the
call (407) 836-5635. TIFIED that an action to above address (during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.) or upon written request
the personal representa-
Pub 1/2/09 - 2/27/09 enforce a code enforcement tive, venue, or jurisdiction, Clancy & Theys will be mailed to interested firms. Written requests for a copy of the bid must be faxed
lien on the following prop- of this Court is required Construction Co. promotes to (407) 317-3752. Furthermore, all Notices concerning this solicitation and award
CLERK'S NOTICE OF erties in Orange County, to file their objections shall be posted to the aforementioned web site. These Notices shall include, but are
equal opportunity for
SALE UNDER F.S. Florida: with this Court WITHIN all of their projects and not limited to short list meeting dates and times, presentation meeting dates and times,
CHAPTER 45 Parcel ID#: THE LATER OF THREE intended decision and decision information.
encourages all minority
35-22-29-1916-00-311 MONTHS AFTER THE
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT DATE OF THE FIRST participation. All M/WBE
OF THE NINTH JUDICIAL Property Address: PUBLICATION OF THIS subcontractors who need Equal Employment Opportunity: The School Board of Orange County, Florida does not
CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR OR- 638 W. Anderson Street, NOTICE OR THIRTY information or wish to discriminate in admission or access to or treatment or employment in its programs and
ANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA Orlando, Florida DAYS AFTER THE DATE review plans, specs and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status,
Case No.: 2006-CA-5847 OF SERVICE OF A COPY contract documents and/or disability or any other reason prohibited by law. The Equal Opportunity supervisor
Legal Description: OF THIS NOTICE ON wish to provide a sub-bid responsible for compliance is Catherine Van Kirk, EEO & Legal Services, who may
MARIE G. NOEL- H CARL DANN ADDITION THEM. be contacted at the Educational Leadership Center, 445 W. Amelia Street, Orlando,
and/or materials quote for
VANCOURT, TO ORLANDO D/52 LOT Florida 32801, 407.317.3200.
All creditors of the dece- this project should contact
Petitioner, 31 Michelle Whitehead at 407- Published 2/27/09 2x
dent and other persons
and has been filed against you, and NA- having claims or demands 578-1449. Drawings and
NOTICE
THAN STEELE; DAMIEN against the decedent es- Specifications will also be
GERALD ALEXANDRE, HIGGERSON; HELEN tate on whom a copy of CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT RISK
available at the CFBE and
BROWN; UNKNOWN TEN- this notice is served within FOR AZALEA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COMPREHENSIVE PROJECT
Respondent Dodge plan rooms.
ANT I; you are required to serve three months after the
a copy of your written defenses, if date of the first publica- PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
tion of this notice must file All subcontractors providing
NOTICE IS GIVEN that, in any, on JOYCE SAVAGE GASTON,
their claims with this Court bids for the UCF Partner-
accordance with the Final ESQUIRE, Plaintiff'sattorney, whose The School Board of Orange County, Florida announces that Construction Manage-
address is: 5401 S. Kirkman Road, WITHIN THE LATER OF ship III project shall be
Judgment of Partition dated ment at Risk Services are required for the project listed below.
Suite 310, Orlando, Florida 32819 THREE MONTHS AF- prequalified at the time of
April 14, 2008, in the above- TER THE DATE OF THE
(30) days from the date of the first the bid by Clancy & Theys
styled cause, I will sell to the FIRST PUBLICATION OF PROJECT NAME AND NUMBER: Construction Management at Risk
highest and best bidder for publication of this notice, and file the Construction Company.
THIS NOTICE OR THIR- Services for Azalea Park Elementary
cash, on March 24, 2009, original with the clerk of court either Prequalification forms are
TY DAYS AFTER THE School Comprehensive Project, RFQ
at 11:00 a.m. at the Orange before service on plaintiff's attorney DATE OF SERVICE OF A available on our website
or immediately thereafter; otherwise #09CM02.
County Courthouse, 425 COPY OF THIS NOTICE w w w. c t o r l a n d o . c o m
a default will be entered against SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED: Construction Management at Risk
North Orange Avenue, ON THEM. or by contacting Mi-
you for the relief demanded in the Services for Azalea Park Elementary
Orlando, Florida 32801, chelle Whitehead at
complaint or petition. All other creditors of the School Comprehensive
Room 350, the following michellew@ctorlando.com.
described property: decedent and persons PRE-SUBMITTAL MEETING: February 26, 2009, 10:00 a.m., 6501
DATED: February 5, 2009 having claims or demands Magic Way, Orlando, FL, Building100A.
CLERK OF THE COURT All subcontractors please
Lot 21 in Block E of Signal against the decedent’s es- Attendance is not mandatory.
By Katie Snow tate must file their claims provide your bond rate.
Hill Unit Two, according to OCPS CONTACT: Roberto J. Pacheco, Senior Manager
Deputy Clerk with this court WITHIN PROPOSALS ARE TO BE SENT TO: Orange County Public Schools
the Plat thereof, as record- 2/27/09 2x THREE MONTHS AF- All firms providing bids
ed in Plat Book 4, at page Contract Administration
TER THE DATE OF THE please use your own forms
136, of the public records of FIRST PUBLICATION 6501 Magic Way, Bldg. 100 B
For hassle-free with your company name,
Orange County, Florida legal OF THIS NOTICE. ALL Orlando, FL 32809
and address, phone numbers,
CLAIMS, DEMANDS AND PROPOSAL DUE DATE: March 18, 2009 2:00 p.m.
classified email address and contact
Street Address: 4732 advertising, OBJECTIONS NOT SO
call us at FILED WILL BE FOR- person.
Nantucket Lane, Florida, Requirements: Interested firms are required to comply with all requirements of the
407-648-1162 EVER BARRED.
Orlando, Florida or e-mail Request for Qualification (RFQ). A copy of the RFQ and any and all clarifications
your ad Please refer to the alternate
issued shall be obtained from our web site https://www.ocps.net/op/contract/Pages/
and The date of first publica- section in the specifications
Any person claiming an instructions to tion of this Notice is Feb- default.aspx. Copies of the RFQ may also be picked up at the above address (during
and provide deductive alter-
interest in the surplus from sales@cfadvocate.com. ruary 27, 2009. the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.) or upon written request will be mailed to inter-
nates as required for your
the sale, if any, other than ested firms. Written requests for a copy of the RFQ must be faxed to (407) 317-3752.
scope of work.
the property owner and the Attorney for Personal Furthermore, all Notices concerning this solicitation and award shall be posted to the
Run your ad Representative aforementioned web site. These Notices shall include, but are not limited to short list
attorney fees and cost as of STATEWIDE! John D. Ellis, Jr Clancy & Theys Construc-
the date of the lis pendens,v meeting dates and times, presentation meeting dates and times, intended decision
Run your classified tion Co. reserves the right
must file a claim within 60 and decision information.
ad in over 100 Florida Personal Representative to reject any and all bids,
days after the sale. Edna D. Davis
newspapers reaching 2080 Longfellow Drive
waive informalities and
Equal Employment Opportunity: The School Board of Orange County, Florida
over 4 MILLION Orlando, Florida 32818
irregularities in bidding
does not discriminate in admission or access to or treatment or employment in its
Dated: February 25, 2009 readers. and to accept bids which
LYDIA GARDNER, Clerk programs and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin,
are considered by Clancy
of Court Call the Advocate Law Office of marital status, disability or any other reason prohibited by law. The Equal Opportu-
at 407-648-1162 or John D. Ellis, Jr., P.A. & Theys to be in the best
By: Norma J. Felshaw, nity supervisor responsible for compliance is Catherine Van Kirk, EEO & Legal Ser-
call (866)742-1373 P.O. Box 1161 interest of the project.
Deputy Clerk vices, who may be contacted at the Educational Leadership Center, 445 W. Amelia
for more details or Orlando, Florida 32802
(407) 894-1441 Street, Orlando, Florida 32801, 407.317.3200.
Published 2/27/09 2x visit: www.florida- FBN: 0854565
License No. CGC 1511552
Published 2/27/09
classifieds.com. Pub 2/27/09
February 27, 2009 Published: 2/27/09 The Advocate 21
Puzzles, Crosswords & Toons Your favorite crosswords
Watch Your Head by Cory Thomas
are now online at
www.orlandoadvocate.com
Click on Lifestyle, then Crossword Puzzles
Clay Bennett
BackPage
the Orlando Advocate
o r l a n d o a d v o c a t e . c o m