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While engaged in our June | July Issue for press, crunch time as I call it, I’m often asked how we do it all? My commit is always “It’s my Labor of Love”. In my role as publisher of Heartland LIVING, I’m very blessed with incredible opportunities to attend amazing photo shoots and some magical events. Although not every part of my journey is magical especially as I sit here at my desk at 5am, on the day we go to press, writing my publisher’s note because there isn’t enough time in the day, I’m very thankful that God chose this journey in life for me and I can share it with you through my experiences. Now as you plan your summer, make sure you find a quiet place and enjoy this issue or pack us in your beach bag and take it with you.

All to often we get that amazing business idea which could open the door to a life of our dreams but most of the time we just dismiss it as a passing thought. What we don’t realize is there is a flourishing list of successful entrepreneurs like our feature story of Tierney Willis Perkins and Leslie Welles-Hale, who followed their dreams and never looked back. Tierney shared this with me at our photo shoot but I won’t spoil the rest of the story: “ If we had thrown in the towel when things didn't go exactly as planned, we would have missed out on everything Wild Bleu is today - a store front, a brand, a leather line and even a mobile boutique.”

Heartland LIVING is honored to announce the City of Okeechobee’s 100th Birthday to all of the Heartland area. I’m sure you will agree that this is a great milestone for this unique and exemplary rural city, one that prides itself on family values and the strength of its community. You will find a tribute to their celebration, along with some wonderful historic photographs.

Love is in the air in our June | July Issue and we present to you again our Special Wedding section, showcasing a true “Southern Love Story” with our Heartland couple Sage and Jed Gray. We thank them for sharing their destination wedding, “A Gone with the Wind” theme in the Rocky Mountains. The photos are just breathtaking. If looking for your own destination wedding we hope our five couples, who also shared their special wedding day and unique wedding venues with you, will give you some ideas.

I can’t end this publisher’s note without sharing the most exciting news in the Heartland to me. On May 1 we welcomed my first grandbaby, Finley Grace to our family. If excitement could jump off this page, believe me it would. My daughter Jessica “Sissy” is not only Finley’s mom but also the editor of Heartland LIVING. Watching Sissy the last four weeks with her daughter just fills my heart.

Now it’s time to find that quiet place and enjoy my “Labor of Love.”

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FEATURESTheir Roots Are Deep but Their Wings are WideBy Jessica Pleger

City of Okeechobee Celebrates 100 YearsBy Audra Clemons

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Heartland LIVING Contents

ColumnsShowcasing The Arts Public Art - What is it & why it matters

Healthy LivingJuicing Your Way to a Healthy Life

Woman2WomanKathleen Munson

Agriculture in the HeartlandMeet Florida's Beef Heritage

Southern ChefRecipes by Layne Prescott

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Southern Love StoryBy Audra Clemons

Destination WeddingsBy Jessica Pleger

Special Wedding Section

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DeSoto CountyWatermelon Festival Royalty

Hardee CountyGator Bite SUP Race"A Blessed Mess" at The Depot

Hendry CountyClewiston Sugar Cane Festival

Highlands County Bluegrass Blueberry FestivalDash & Dye 5K Color Race

Okeechobee CountyThe Mayor's Centennial Gala

Polk CountyLakeland Derby

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Behind the Scenes

Bridgette K. Waldau has been a graphic and fine artist for over 30 years. She moved from Illinois to South Florida in 1972. She received her A.A. from the Ft. Lauderdale Institute of Art and a Bachelor of Fine Art degree from Stetson University. She moved to Okeechobee in 1994 where she opened her studio, Bridgette Waldau Studio of Art. Bridgette has been creative director for several publications, working with Heartland Publications and Marketing as creative director since 2011. Bridgette is also very active in the community. She is arts and culture director of Okeechobee Main Street (9 years) and member of the Chamber of Commerce of Okeechobee County. Bridgette is married to James, a retired firefighter from the City of Hialeah.

Rafael Pacheco I am a Pisces named Rafael Pacheco. I was born on the island of Puerto Rico, but ironically I can’t swim. My dog thinks I am crazy for locking the door so many times in 10 seconds, and my cats think I am made of catnip. Everything I wear is black, gray or blue. If I put on something colorful I must have been in a hurry. Keep me away from triple layer chocolate cakes, flan or Oreos. They are my kryptonites. The 70’s were peaceful, the 80’s were rocking, the 90’s were military and the new millennium is inspiring. Photography is how I have let my artistic visions come to life since the early 90’s. Patience, kindness, sharing, sacrifice, love and not to judge I saw my mother practice these and they stayed within me. We are collective energy and all from the same Source. I don’t see the world through my eyes. I see it through my soul.

Caroline Maxcy runs a full service fine art lifestyle photography business based in the heart of Florida. After achieving her Bachelors in Studio Art from Florida State University where she focused on Design and Photography, she practiced in the field of design for six years before pursuing her Masters in Graphic Design at North Carolina State University in 2010. It was through this journey that she honed her artistic craft and developed a “way of seeing” that fuels her photography today. Focusing on wedding, portrait and lifestyle photography Caroline’s images have been featured on wedding and lifestyle blogs worldwide. But the true heart of her work lies in her pursuits to glorify God and “give back” through educational and charitable endeavors. Caroline has donated her time and talents to capture images and tell stories all the way from rural communities in Peru to orphanages in Mexico to her own backyard.”

Tiffany Johnson Tiffany is a full time, fine art wedding & lifestyle photographer, based in Central Florida. After 5 years of practice and work building her skill in photography, she became a successful full time photographer at the age of 23. Supported by a sweet son and a loving fiancé’ she has worked hard to build a successful career from her passion. Published in print and online, and praised by her clients, she has immersed herself into the industry; climbing and working her way up, in hopes of one day becoming one of the country’s top wedding photographers.

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Sharon Cannon is a professional photographer as well as a licensed aesthetician and makeup artist. Her passion has always been photography. She see’s everything as a moment to be captured, a true “Nikon moment”. She is an award winning photographer having transitioned from amateur to professional in 2010 when she was contacted by local publications to photograph events in the local area. Sharon was a member of the American Business Women’s Association and the American Cancer Society’s Look Good Feel Better Chairperson. She is a member of Okeechobee Main Street, on the arts and cultural committee. Sharon has lived in Okeechobee for many years, and has one son, Karl. “I love the history of our little town. I want to preserve all of our ‘todays’ through the lens of my camera, for our future ‘tomorrows’.”

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Traci Newlin I am a native Floridian, born and raised in Arcadia. I still live here with husband, Jerry, 4 dogs and five horses. I attended SLU and SFU with studies in Biology Education (among a million other things). I trained barrel horses for years and competed across the nation at rodeos. My passion for art bled over into photography about twelve years ago. I am basically self-taught. I love portrait photography where my goal is to evoke some kind of emotion. I’m a member of the Professional Photographers of America and Florida Professional Photographers.

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Cheryl Carruthers was born and raised in Florida Cheryl currently lives in Punta Gorda, FL with her husband and two children. She is a 2013 graduate of the International Academy of Design & Technology in Tampa, FL. She grated Valedictorian with her associates of Science in Photography. Cheryl also has her Associates in Arts Degree from South Florida State College. Cheryl stated her passion for photography has had so many rewarding experiences and has been extremely rewarding.

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Amber Callaham lives in Lakeland, FL, with her husband and Goldendoodle Hank. She graduated with her masters in school counseling at the University of Central Florida and is an elementary school counselor at a title I school in Bartow, FL. Helping and being an advocate for disadvantaged children is her passion and what she feels the Lord has led her to do. In her free time she enjoys gardening, reading, traveling and photography. In 2012 a friend taught her how to use her Nikon and she hasn't been able to put it down since. Weddings, engagements, families and children are some of her favorite moments to capture.

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CEO | PublisherCindy Sebring Adams

EditorJessica Pleger

Creative | Art DirectorBridgette Waldau

Feature Writers Audra Clemons

Katy FasslerJessica Pleger

Contributing WritersJessica Van Eerde

Layne PrescottBridgette Waldau

Cover | Feature PhotographersTraci Newlin

Cheryl Carruthers

Feature PhotographersCal Cheney

Caroline MaxcyRafael Pacheco

PhotographersAmber CallahamSharon CannonJamie DonalsonTiffany JohnsonPenny Phillippi

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June| Muly 2015Jessica Pleger is an Asset Transfer Specialist at Statler Financial. She is also the owner and operator of Pink Pineapple Catering that allows her to fulfill her passions for cooking and entertaining. She attended the University of Central Florida where she received a Bachelor’s degree in Finance. Jessica also enjoys taking photos, researching and writing stories, and participating in community events throughout the Heartland. A lifelong resident of Florida, Jessica was raised in Hardee County and now resides in Avon Park with her Husband, Jonathan. In her spare time, she enjoys being outdoors, traveling and spending time with family.

Katy Fassler has been telling stories since she was able to scribble her name in crayon on the walls. Hailing from Akron, Ohio, she moved to Sebring in 2006 to attend the Great Commission Bible Institute. Katy, an avid reader and book collector, lives by Dr. Suess’ advice, “Fill your house with stacks of books, in all the crannies and all the nooks.” Katy is currently the Director of Children’s Ministry at the First United Methodist Church in Sebring. Katy and her husband, Sean, live in Sebring with their two daughters, Adia and Emery.

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Audra Clemons A Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature from the University of Missouri propelled Audra Clemons to begin her professional writing career in Los Angeles, California. At the age of 27 she wrote, produced and sold a national television show. After three top-rated seasons, Audra relocated to work in Miami, FL, where she enjoyed being closer to her family in Okeechobee. After a short stint in Miami, Audra was offered a position in New York City with the top International Travel PR agency. Currently, Audra travels between Florida and South America. She owns a boutique media service company that offers PR, Marketing, Brand Journalism and Social Media services. Audra also enjoys freelance writing for numerous media outlets.

Layne Prescott Layne was born into a military family, has lived overseas but did most of her growing up in Arcadia. After meeting and marrying Mike Prescott, she moved to Wauchula in 1979 and now calls it her home. She and Mike raised their three children there and now are reaping the benefits of their labor with four sweet, beautiful grandchildren. As a child, Layne loved watching her mother and grandmother in the kitchen. Her cooking style is eclectic and best described as “Southern comfort cuisine”. Of course her husband says that he made her the “Chef” that she is today. Layne has conducted cooking classes in Punta Gorda and currently teaches a class in Wauchula. She loves to invent and re-invent recipes. Her greatest joy comes from three things: her faith, loving on her family and getting in the kitchen and “whipping” up something good.

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Jessica Van Eerde is a freelance writer in her spare time and loves all things theatrical. She has a Bachelor of Arts in English from Flagler College and loves learning. You will often find her with her head in a book, as she firmly believes there is nothing better than a brilliant piece of literature and a fancy cup of coffee.

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ith their roots deep seated in Florida Cracker Cowboy Culture and derived from their rodeo background, Heartland natives Tierney Willis Perkins and Leslie Welles-Hale took a leap of faith on an endeavor that they call their “love child”. �

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s fate would have it, Tierney, a Highlands County native and Leslie, a DeSoto County native, both with strong family roots in their communities, found themselves Texas residents in the midst of life changing times.

In 2009, Tierney married Kolt Perkins, a third generation cattle rancher, and relocated to Clarksville, Texas. This meant she would be leaving her current residence of Colorado and resigning from her PR/Marketing career with the Professional Bull Riders, Inc. “The transition was hard for me, professionally, as I loved the career I had left and my new job options were underwhelming, to say the least”, Tierney recalled. In 2010, Kolt and Tierney welcomed a son, Barron Bleu.

Leslie and her husband, Justin, a Texas native, were residing in Arcadia, Florida with their two daughters, Alexis and Berkleigh Paige “Bleu”. She also decided to resign from her job to be able to travel with Justin, whose job requires him to frequently travel out of town, and homeschool their youngest daughter, Bleu. � 21

Berkleigh “Bleu” Hale.

Tierney Perkins (r) with her mom Triesta Brehmer.

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hese longtime friends and distant relatives have always had a unique brand of styling. Through the request of a few Florida friends for shopping recommendations, Tierney began keeping a list of stores in Texas that she loved who also shipped.

It was then that the ladies fancied the notion that the stars were aligning for a joint venture. They could incorporate their passion for fashion into a desirable service for women across the world. Since the endeavor was their “love child”, they wanted to choose a name that represented of both of them. They didn’t have to look far because Tierney’s son, Barron Bleu, was named after Leslie’s youngest daughter, Berkleigh “Bleu”. Wild Bleu was then born.

“Leslie and I share a quirky style concoction that is a fusion of so many elements that we love”, says Tierney. While their fashion sense is not identical, there is a definite osmosis when they bring together their visions. This chemistry, mixed with their bold new found Texan inspired fashion and the ever-present

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“Bleu” with her mother Leslie Welles-Hale.

Tierney with her son, Barron Bleu.

feminine Southern inspirations, formed the basis of their style and new business known for its Southern Vogue and Texas Femme.

ulfilling a lifelong dream in the summer of 2011, they planned their first buying trip and both were off to the Dallas Apparel Mart; the cracker girls were coming to town. The Florida girls were overwhelmed by the millions of square feet of designers selling everything from baubles to boots. “We were having a bad case of country girls with a flair for Cristal on a Boon’s Farm budget crisis” says Leslie. After a few Bloody Marys, they decided to locate the designer of a beloved dress that Leslie was wearing. “We drug out our three inch thick catalog of designers that were at market, found the designer of my dress and headed straight to their booth”, exclaimed Leslie. By happenstance, the designer herself happened to be at the booth and showed them her entire collection. This chance meeting with the designer turned into an invaluable relationship as a mentor and friend throughout this journey.

This was the beginning of a lifelong dream come true, to share their unique style and love for fashion, all while being supportive wives and mothers.

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oth being of born and raised in the Florida Heritage of the Langford family roots, the Wild Bleu clothing line and label you’ll find on most of their exclusive collection is “The Langford Line.” Another nod to their western culture, one that is deeply rooted in both women given their time on the rodeo trail, is the focus on the western genre of clothing and design.

While developing ideas for a collection of graphic tees, Tierney was reading A Land Remembered for the 100th time alongside her husband on a road trip; she had a divine revelation. The new cattle company graphic tee design would be the “Punta Rassa Cattle Company,” and would encompass the traditions of old Florida. Punta Rassa is best known as a thriving cattle shipping town near Ft. Myers and as with the book, the graphic tee collection has received rave reviews and is popular in the United States and abroad. Cowgirl, a modern western lifestyle magazine, featured the collection as a must have item.

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dding to the unique array of products that Wild Bleu offers is the recent addition of the leather collection hand crafted by Tierney’s mom, Triesta Langford Brehmer. As a young girl, Triesta’s father, Lewis Langford bought her a set of leather tools after wanting a belt with her name on the back like her father and grandfather. Mr. Langford told her to use her tools to make one, recognizing her artistic talent. From then on, she started designing her own styles, which started showing up in western stores when she was just fourteen years old. One of the most memorable moments was when she walked into Circle 3 Western Store in Wauchula to see her famous red velvet philigree belt with Tony Lama branded on it.

Triesta has always been obsessed with belts and handbags, which she customizes to pay tribute to her Florida culture. Through the creation of Wild Bleu, she can now showcase her beautiful craftsmanship and love for her Western/Southern heritage. Her intricately designed custom pieces are created with the hopes their customers will hand down these modern day heirlooms from generation to generation.

Tierney and Leslie specifically chose to start Wild Bleu with an “online” platform to accommodate their long distance partnership but realized that ecommerce was much more involved than first thought. Disappointed that both of them wouldn’t be able to be a part of day to day operations, they were thrilled to see the brand growing. With the success of Wild Bleu, especially the opening of a store front, a custom leather line and a mobile boutique, the ladies decided they needed to refine their operations and Leslie’s role transitioned from partner to investor and consultant to accommodate the growing business. These two sister-friends are a true testament of following your roots, to remind you where you’re from and spreading your wings, to show you what you can become.

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He was one of the first to possess permits from the Florida Wildlife Commission to remove invasive reptile species within the state of Florida and is a licensed agent with the Everglades National Park Service to remove Burmese Pythons. He has worked with Florida Wildlife Commission to develop the permitting system for the wild population of Burmese pythons in the Everglades and he has drafted regulations for the husbandry and possession of reptiles in the state of Florida. He is also an agent alligator trapper for the state.

G re g p rov i d e s e d u cat i o n a l presentations to local schools and youth groups as well as providing training to law enforcement in dealing with escaped exotics and nuisance native wildlife. He was the first president and a founding member of the Florida Reptile and Amphibian Association and the first president of the Heartland Herpetological Society. Greg was a host on Nat Geo Wild’s TV series Python Hunters and has also hosted The Python Hunter a series on YouTube ANAMALBYTESTV network.

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One hundred years have come and gone since the inception of the city of Okeechobee, which commands a Centennial celebration that is rightfully being hosted throughout the year including a kick-off event, the Mayor's Ball, a Centennial Scavenger Hunt, historical bus tours, a community birthday bash and other festivals.

The city’s humble beginnings started in 1915, where the City of Okeechobee was founded by a small group of pioneers who migrated down river to the ‘The Bend’.

Some of these pioneers envisioned commerce, as the rivers and lakes gave way to economic positioning, and others were searching for less crowded land to put down roots for their generational families that spanned across communities.

The endeavors of each of these spirited pioneers families, like Peter Raulerson and Louisiana Chandler who are cited as the very first settlers with stories embedded in the city’s lore, served a purpose far beyond their years.

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Descendant to the first family of Okeechobee, Betty Chandler Williamson, was born in 1933 and has been a resident of Okeechobee nearly all of her life. Sonny Williamson, of Williamson Cattle Company is her husband, and they have been married for over half of a century. “Miz Betty” as she is lovingly known, is a fifth generation Floridian, and her family spans over an entire eight generations.

“My great aunt was Peter Raulerson’s wife, and they came to Okeechobee in 1896 from Basinger, which was quite a good ways with horse and oxen and a cart,” said Mrs. Williamson of how her family arrived to the city.

“We couldn’t ride the bus to school as children, not just my family, but there were the Smiths, Rodens and Sellers, and we had to walk through trails and get on a dirt road because the bus at that time wouldn’t pick up people in the city limits,” recalls Mrs. Williamson. “With all the centennial celebration I am now

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happy that I lived inside the city limits and get to participate in all of this.”

Miz Betty recalls her teenage years, how she met her husband, and the enjoyment her friends had she had at Gilbert’s Theater where they were exposed to the world of cinema for the first time.

“It brought the world in. I just dreamed of other places and clothes and cultures. It was just wonderful,” reminisces Mrs. Williamson. “The movies were great. They weren’t rated, and I think the raciest one at the time was Gone With The Wind. And, Gilbert’s also held a free movie day where everyone was welcome and received a gift bag. It was something really nice; I am still thankful to them for that.”

Williamson recalls businesses in the city of Okeechobee that are merely figments of the imagination now - a meat market, hotels and a grocery store – all located on or near Park Street.

These fond memories and stories appear to be enjoyable for Mrs. Williamson to tell. She

is taken back to a seemingly much smaller, simpler time and place. Okeechobee still holds onto this description in some ways.

Another family name that is equated with the inception of Okeechobee is Culbreth. Gilbert’s, founded by the Culbreth family, started as an all night service station in downtown Okeechobee in 1924. Then, Gilbert Chevrolet opened in 1933, making it currently one of the oldest dealerships in Florida. As Mrs. Betty mentioned previously, the Gilbert family also had a theater, which seemed to be the gem of the Okeechobee community. Even so today, the family has an enterprise that continues to impact and contribute positively to the city of Okeechobee.

“I am grateful to be part of the Okeechobee community, one whose loyalty has allowed our family to be in business for 90 years. It feels wonderful to be part of both the tradition and the community,” said Christa Culbreth Luna, third generation and owner of Gilbert Family of Companies

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owner of Gilbert Family of Companies, adds, “although technology has changed and progressed over the years, at the end of the day, the guidance our dad gave us about taking care of the customers and treating them better than you want to be treated, that hasn’t changed at all.”

This is a theme of the city. Businesses in Okeechobee seem to carry an old-fashioned attitude towards ‘how things get run’. Realizing it is important to keep the virtue of person-to-person relationships. Even though the world is changing at an exponential pace, integrity and values remain at the core of business in Okeechobee.

Another business that transcends time is Domer’s, which began its business venture with Victor Jacob Domer, who cut his teeth

in business as a watchmaker, and who after the hurricane of 1926, became a ‘Jack of all Trades’. Russell Victor Domer bought the business from his father in 1957, and Ray Russell Domer followed suit in 1978. The most recent family members to helm the Domer’s business are Jacob and Justin. As the city of Okeechobee has grown, Domer’s has grown alongside it. From inventing patents, building branding irons, clearing farm land, drilling wells, creating water pumps, or whatever the community calls for.

“We have machines here that my great grandfather purchased, and they sometimes work even better than our newer machines." says Justin Domer.

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Okeechobee is a unique and exemplary rural city, one that prides itself on family values, religion and the strength of its community. It is a hospitable, inviting place that feels like almost everyone knows you by name. It is a city with economic revenue, still largely driven by agriculture a n d t h e s u b s i d i a r y industries surrounding; and Okeechobee has even expanded to become a city attracting tourists for the winter months of the year.

The city is celebrating its 100th birthday, and these are merely a few select stories, about a few select families, that were around for its very formative years. Future children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren from these settler families will inevitably come and go from the city, but the values that shaped their childhood, and many others within Okeechobee, have been instilled. As Miz Betty says, “it’s important to remember your roots”. So, in the words of Humphrey Bogart, Okeechobee, “here’s looking at you, kid".

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Descendants of the first family: (Left) Betty Chandler Williamson is a fifth-generation Floridian, dating back to the mid-1800s. (Louisiana Chandler Raulerson is her "Great-Aunt-Anna"). Williamson was president of the Okeechobee Historical Society for over two decades and co-authored with the late Twila Valentine the book Strolling Down Country Roads. (Right) Zelda Johnson Mixon is the great-granddaughter of Peter and Louisiana Raulerson. She lived most of her young life with her grandmother, Adline Raulerson Clements, who helped raise her. A member of the Okeechobee Historical Society, Mixon wrote The Way It Was, a memoir of early life living with her grandmother next door to her great-grandparents.

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Sage Bevis met Jed Gray in December of 2007 for the first time when she went on a hunting trip to the Williamson Cattle Ranch in Texas with her late father, Hal Bevis.

After that meeting, Sage and Jed didn’t talk for four years, but Jed stuck in her memory from that day forward. Fast-forward half of a decade later, the two are standing at the altar in Estes Park, Colorado and getting married.

Sage is from Arcadia, FL and Jed is from Throckmorton, TX, so the proximity the two had when they began dating was less than favorable. The odds of a long distance relationship lasting are pretty slim-to-none. This relationship beat the odds; this one was the diamond in the rough. Sage was in college at the University of Florida and Jed was in Texas working for the Williamsons, but they continued talking over the phone, making time for each other and eventually traveling to see each other as much as they could.

“We started talking every day and we made it official. The first four years were long distance, and then we came to the point where we wanted to be together. Jed was talking about moving to Indiantown, FL because there was a ranch there that he could maybe transfer to,” said Sage when remembering the formative years of her relationship.

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and Jed were still long distance because she was in Gainesville, FL finishing school and he was in Okeechobee, FL working, however, they were much closer. They endured this long distance relationship for about one year.

“He [Sage] was in Florida for a little less than a year when my Dad died and that’s when I knew I wanted to marry him. I was an emotional wreck and really down. Jed was only my boyfriend at the time and at any point he could have said it was too much, she’s crazy and I don’t need to deal with this. But, he didn’t walk away. He hung in there with me and fought every step of the way,” recalls Sage.

It was nearly a year later when Jed proposed to Sage. “He had a whole big day planned. He wanted to go out to the ranch, and he had my horse involved and I completely messed it up,” said Sage. “When he asked me if I wanted to go to the ranch, I told him it was too hot and I didn’t feel like going that day.”

When Sage didn’t budge, Jed slipped the ring on her finger while she was cooking

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and I wanted an intimate ceremony. At first we thought Texas, and then we thought Wyoming to coincide with the rodeo but there weren’t any venues we liked. Then, my mom suggested Colorado because it’s not too far from Cheyenne, and she said that one of my Dad’s favorite places to visit was Rocky Mountain National Park in Estes Park,” said Sage.

Colorado it was. The Stanley Hotel in Estes Park on Long’s Peak Lawn to be exact. This turned out to be the perfect place for Sage and Jed to say their vows. A girl has to have a wedding dress. Sage found hers on Pinterest, although it was out of her price range. She recalls searching the world over for someone to replicate it, but no one wanted the pressure of making a perfect wedding dress. In Orlando there was a Russian seamstress, Nadia Goodwin, who agreed to do it, but fell short of Sage’s vision just a few days from her flying to Colorado.

“When I showed up to pick up the dress it looked nothing like what I asked for. It looked like a cake. I cried, my mom cried and the seamstress cried. Goodwin said she’d fix it and we didn’t believe she would be able to do it. This was like showing up to a horse race without a horse; you can’t have a wedding without a dress. But Goodwin knocked it out of the park. From Thursday to Sunday the dress was made and it was exactly like my picture,” laughs Sage as she tells the near-harrowing story.When asked about getting married without her dad present Sage said this, “I was thinking that I just wanted to get down the isle without ruining my makeup. Not only was my Dad gone, but my Papa passed too, so I asked my Uncle Bill [Bevis] to walk with me, as well as my brother, Remington.”

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her with all the details of her wedding. For the tables, Tara had collected lace table runners and gave them an antiqued appearance by soaking them in tea in her bathtub. They were complimented by mercury glass votive and elegant candelabras, accented with coral flowers and greenery and placed on grand king’s tables. An exquisitely detailed cake was displayed atop Sage’s grandmother’s lace linen, a family heirloom with ties to their love story heritage.

“After the wedding at the reception, it seemed as if it was just about to rain and this beautiful rainbow came out. Immediately when I saw it I knew it was my Dad. That was his blessing and that was a really special moment,” says Sage about her wedding day. Sage recalls that it wasn’t just her that felt the moment, but that nearly the entire wedding party was in tears as well.

After their wedding, Sage and Jed and their families headed to the Frontier Days in Wyoming to enjoy the rodeo festivities and celebrate. To allow their Florida friends and extended family to celebrate with the newlyweds, a wedding reception was held in Arcadia at the home of Sandra W. Welles, Sage’s grandmother.

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Ricki and Riley are true water bugs. They both grew up on a lake in Highlands County. They love to surf and paddle board.

Ricki and Riley wanted to do a destination wedding on a beach. After much consideration, they decided to have in Highlands County to make it easier for grandparents, family and friends, but the bride and groom still wanted a beach theme.

So they hosted a wedding "Beach Theme" locally with over 200 guests at Island View Restaurant.

Their wedding colors were beach themed, they held the wedding outside and brought in tropical plants. Inside the venue they continued with the beach theme, which included table decorations, gift area and a surf board for guests to sign, which they now hang in their home. They also carried out the theme with a special made tropical drink and wedding cake with a Pina Colada flavor.

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VenuePine Ridge PlantationOkeechobee, Florida

Katlynn & Joey Conroy

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"Our wedding day occurred at Pine Ridge Plantation in a beautiful woodland setting. Wreath decorated doors opened to wooden church pews, mason jars overflowing with flowers, a beautiful rustic archway wrapped in sheer and a pink flowering unity tree, all nestled in an oak hammock. Our banquet area (covered barn) was decorated in burlap, sheer and hydrangeas. Among the setting was a large fire surrounded with rocking chairs. As the sun-set we released beautiful white wedding lanterns into the night. It was a magical day for both of us!" ~ Katlynn

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VenueThe Charles Ringling Mansion/ New College of FloridaSarasota, Florida

Emily & Josh Oldham

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10.18.2014"As I started planning our wedding day, I knew I wanted someplace that was breath taking all on its own. I tend to have a knack for finding that one thing in the store that can break the bank. Our venue was actually extremely reasonably priced compared to most. My fiancé and I knew we were paying for our wedding day ourselves and when we walked down the isle we were determined to have our entire wedding paid for. We did in fact have everything paid for before our wedding day, mostly due to a lot of do it your-self projects.

The main reason I chose the Ringling was because it spoke for itself. I love architectural dwellings. I love detail. The Ringling Mansion was filled with it. Everything turned out exactly the way I envisioned and then some." ~ Emily

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Public Art

Public art is exactly that, art in public spaces. The term “public art” may bring to mind

images of historic bronze statues of a man on horseback in a park. Today, public art can take a wide range of forms and sizes—and can be temporary or permanent. Public art can include murals, sculpture, memorials, community art and even performances.

The size of public art can be large or small. It can tower 50’ high or be a decorative paving you walk on. The style may be abstract or realistic (or both) and it may be cast, carved, built, assembled or painted. The art can be site-specific or stand in contrast to its surroundings. Public art can be found in urban and rural communities and is often managed by museums or art organizations.

Artists can deliver messages, unfiltered by galleries, agents or the media and the site displaying the artist’s work comes with an audience. Creative expression can be directed to business people in a downtown area, children at a playground, families in a public park or seniors at a community center.

Being public, the art is free and accessible to everyone. Public art creates a heightened awareness of the location site, of the people and the broader

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context of what’s around the site area. Today, viewers may snap a photo of the art on their smartphone and share the experience with others through social media, extending the reach of public art far beyond the site.

Communities also gain value through public art – cultural, social and economic. American cities and towns aspire to be places where people want to live and want to visit. Having a community identity is becoming important in a world where everyplace tends to look like each other. Towns with strong public art expressions breaks the trend of blandness and sameness, giving communities a stronger sense of place, uniqueness and pride.

In a diverse community, all art cannot appeal to all people, nor should it be expected to do so. Art attracts attention; that is what it is supposed to do. Is it any wonder that public art causes controversy? Varied popular opinion is inevitable and it is a healthy sign that the public environment is acknowledged rather than ignored.

Public art has proven to play an important role in our everyday lives as it will enhance and complement our environment, bring communities together, offer social and educational opportunities and promote tourism. Art connects artists to their communities and enhance the public appreciation of the art. When we encourage art, we also encourage creativity and thoughtfulness. Public art can inspire awe, draw out deep emotion, make us smile and help us escape the stress of everyday life. ¢

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Kale, spinach, carrots, apples, beets, pears…these are just a small variety of the many fruits and vegetables available for you to eat every day; however, most of us don’t consume nearly as many healthy fruits and vegetables as we should to ensure our bodies are getting the right amount of nutrients. One way to ensure you get the most out of your fruits and veggies is to juice. In fact, this is a way that many people either supplement their diet or consume their entire daily calories!

Did you know that 95% of the vitamins and enzymes our bodies need are found in raw fruit and vegetable juice? In order to fill yourself up with the same amount of nutrients you would receive in one 16 oz juice, you would need to eat 10-12 apples, 2 pounds of carrots, or 8 pounds of spinach. Drinking freshly made juice releases a highly concentrated amount of vitamins, minerals, and enzymes into your bloodstream which allows your digestive organs a change to rest.

There are different methods of juicing from the use of a hand held device to the use of a motorized “juicer.” There are several types of electric juicers: masticating, centrifugal, and triturating juicers; the difference between these is in how they extract the juice from the fruit/vegetable. Some leave more “pulp” and thus more digestible fibers behind; others completely extricate the “pulp” and result in a very smooth juice. The key is to find a way to juice that is simple and convenient for you and the results in a juice you want to drink.

So will any old juice do? Sadly, the answer is no. The health benefits of juice simply aren’t the same from a bottled, processed juice as they are from fresh pressed juice. In fact, even freshly pressed juice begins to lose its natural value as soon as it meets the air. This is through a process called oxidization and can only be slowed down – not stopped – if the juice is stored in a tightly sealed glass jar in the refrigerator. Even still, it is best to drink fresh juice the day it is pressed for the most nutritional impact.

There is a lot of current research underway that shows the healing processes of juicing. Not only can it be used for weight loss and increased energy levels, it has also been shown to reduce the chances of heart disease, cancer, and strokes.

There is a phenomenal documentary regarding the concept of juicing as a way of restoring health, “Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead.” It follows a man named Joe Cross, who has been struggling with excess weight and a debilitating autoimmune disease that doctors and conventional medicine have been unable to help, as he embarks on a new journey towards health. This documentary highlights the many benefits that juicing can provide in everyone’s life and is definitely worth the watch. I challenge you to learn more about the benefits of juicing and to find a way to incorporate juicing into your daily routine!¢ 84

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Woman Woman 2 By Katy Fassler

Kathleen Munson, a native of Saginaw, Michigan, moved to Lakeland after her husband’s job was transferred in the early 80’s. Not one to sit idly by, Kathleen jumped into the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce with both feet. After 27 years working for the Chamber, 22 years as president, she retired leaving a long legacy of advocacy of local businesses and schools.

“It was a rewarding career and makes you appreciate how vibrant an economy and community we have,” says Kathleen. “Since I’ve retired, which I highly recommend, I have had the opportunity to volunteer. It is a gratifying feeling being able to give back.”

Kathleen, with her experience with the Chamber and her church, has continued living a life giving back to the community through the local school district.

“I’ve gotten involved with HEARTH Project which is a program under Polk County Schools. It provides service to homeless students. Right now we have over 3,000 homeless students

enrolled in Polk County Schools. It’s a huge issue.”

The HEARTH Project assists homeless and in-transition families and children. Its goal is to tear down any obstacles that would prevent a student from coming to school by providing transportation, aid with lunch

and school supplies as well as hygiene necessities.

“I was overwhelmed by all the services this program provides. Their mission is to get homeless students enrolled to continue their education but in order to do that they need to provide their meals including the free or reduced lunch. It’s a neat program and I am thoroughly enjoying it.”

Kathleen is also very involved in her church, The First United Methodist Church of Lakeland, and hopes to become more involved with Neighborhood Ministries, an after school program, by tutoring and helping wherever needed. First Church, which

Kathleen Munson A Legacy of Success

(Above) Kathleen "roasted" the roasters during a special evening celebrating her 27 years of service to the Chamber and community. (Right) Lakeland Mayor Howard Wiggs presenting keys to the city and a proclamation declaring 12/15/14 "Kathleen Munson Day" in Lakeland.

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has a number of ministries reaching the community, also provides clothing thru a “Clothes Closet”. “I never knew how valuable the Clothes Closet was until I started working with HEARTH Services,” says Kathleen. “We have a very giving community.”

Kathleen is a woman of personal and professional success. Her secret is all about keeping life in perspective and balance. “I think keeping balance in your life is so important. I have two wonderful sons who have given me four wonderful grandchildren. I think sometimes you can get caught between putting too much of your time and effort in one area and lose sight of other areas of your life. This has always been one of my goals in life; to make time for the spiritual, the physical, the emotional, and the work time but it is so worth it to be balanced.”

“There are so many opportunities for women to be engaged in philanthropic and civic programs in their communities. It is just a question of finding where your heart is and connecting with other women in business. “

For more information on the Hearth Project, please visit www.polk-fl.net and search for “HEARTH Project”. ¢

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AGRICULTUREIn The HeartlandBy: Audra Clemons

Florida Heritage Beef (FHB) is a group of cow-calf producers who have come together to create a premium brand. Located within the state of Florida, the members have built a solid reputation for quality Florida beef cattle and business ethics. Florida Heritage Beef is based on mutual respect, trust, integrity and effective communication. Each producer contr ibutes agribusiness experience, cattle expertise, and business and personal integrity to provide transaction confidence for customers.

With a proven history in beef production, Florida Heritage Beef (FHB) offers an added opportunity for producers throughout the beef cattle value chain. Moreover, most members of this group have been in the cattle business spanning four –

six generations, giving them deep roots alongside extensive knowledge. The current members are Ru-Mar Inc., Walpole Land and Cattle Co., Kempfer Cattle Co., Kenansville Cattle Co., Russell

Cattle Management LLC, Pelaez & Sons, Williamson Cattle Co., Lykes Bros. Inc., SandScrub, LLC, and Buck Island Ranch.

This organization of Florida producers strives to capitalize on the knowledge, expertise, experience, and integrity of its members to develop relationships with a proactive, p r o g r e s s i v e a p p r o a c h , broadening the market for Florida Heritage BeefTM. By implementing a unified health plan, ensuring quality nutrition,

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electronically identifying and age sourcing each calf, certifying employees in Beef Quality Assurance practices, and building relationships with suppliers and customers to ensure a safe and quality product, Florida Heritage Beef producers work towards this goal.

Florida Heritage Beef is able to deliver uniform loads of individually identified age and source verified steer and heifer calves, produced under BQA guidelines, utilizing a unified herd health program and known genetics in the herds.

Interested in purchasing premium Replacement Heifers from these cattle producers? On September 3, 2015 at 11am EDT/ 10am CDT Florida Heritage Beef will have a weaned Replacement Heifer Sale, hosted online by Producers Cattle Auction. Approximately 1,500 of the highest quality 10-14 month old weaned replacement heifers and bred two-year old heifers will be auctioned online to the highest bidder.

P l e a s e l o g o n t o w w w .ProducersCattleAuctions.com on September 3rd at 11am EDT/10am CDT to participate in a special Replacement Heifer Sale. For more information on FHB, please visit www.floridaheritagebeef.com.

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Southern Recipes by Layne Prescott

Southern Chef

BACON PREPARATION:1 lb. good bacon (not thick sliced)4 T. brown sugar1 T. Mustard

Preheat oven to 365 degrees. Line large baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place wire cooling rack in pan and spray with cooking spray. Place bacon across wires in single layer. Bake for approximately 30 minutes. Combine brown sugar and mustard creating a paste. After 30 minutes, remove bacon

Mexican Chopped Salad

2 ears fresh corn

(grilled-stovetop) *

4 chicken breast halves

(grilled-stovetop)**

1 (15 oz) pinto beans, rinsed

and drained

1 cup Monterey Jack cheese,

shredded or small cubes

(can use Pepper Jack)

½ cup sliced Spanish olives

½ cup tomatoes, diced

1-2 boxes WHITE cake mix (or make your own)Prepare as directed on box (egg whites only)

Prepare and bake 3 layers of cake. Allow to cool completely.

Prepare 1 ½ batch boiled icing

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Lady Baltimore Cake

WITH TOASTED CUMIN VINAIGRETTE 1-2 Granny Smith apple,

cored and diced

¼ cup pickled jalapenos,

sliced2 T. fresh cilantro

VINAIGRETTE:

½ cup olive oil

1 t. ground cumin

(Mexican)¼ cup cider vinegar

Salt & Pepper to taste

Combine Vinaigrette ingredients in small saucepan.

Simmer for several minutes to thoroughly combine

ingredients. Remove from heat and allow to cool.

Meanwhile, prepare salad ingredients.

*Note: Can use frozen corn, or canned corn

**Note: Can use rotisserie chicken or frozen chicken

strips or deli chicken strips

Place all ingredients in large salad bowl. Pour vin-

aigrette over ingredients. Stir. Refrigerate or serve.

Great at room temperature or chilled.

Ultimate BLTand spread brown sugar mustard over half of bacon (every other slice). Con-tinue baking until completely cooked, browned and crisp. Remove from oven and save bacon drippings.

CHEESE WAFERS PREPARATION:2+ cups sharp cheese shredded (or favorite cheese)Line large baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray. Mound approximately 1/3 cup shredded

cheese into 6-8 piles on sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes until melted, bubbly and slightly browned.

BACON BUTTER:½ stick butter softened½ cup mayonnaise2 T. reserved bacon drippings

Combine and spread on bread.Lettuce, Tomato and GOOD bread

Combine all components (use both plain bacon and candied bacon). YUM..

BOILED ICING:1 ½ cup sugar, ½ cup water and 3/8 t. cream of tartar and dash salt in saucepan. Bring to boiling, stirring till sugar dis-solves. Very slowly add sugar syrup to 3 unbeaten egg whites in mixing bowl. Beat constantly on high until stiff peaks form (approximately 7 minutes or longer). Beat in 1 ½ t. vanilla.

FILLING:1 cup of icing recipe (above)1 cup chopped dried cherries1 cup chopped pecans (lightly toasted)1 cup chopped raisins1 cup chopped dates1 cup dried figs (optional)½ cup drained chopped maraschino cherries

Mix all filling ingredients. Put filling in between layers and frost with remaining frosting.

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Enjoy dining in a casual comfortable atmosphere at our new location with a new menu. Personal Chefs prepare your meal the way you want it, right at your table. Try our unique variety of sushi rolls including everyone’s favorite roll the OMG, it consists of spicy salmon and avocado topped with avocado and sweet delicious mango. We also have a wide variety of Chinese specialties. Come visit us for a fun experience and a melt in your mouth taste.

Take-out or Delivery and Catering | Menu Highlights:Daily Sushi Roll specials, Hibachi Filet Mignon and Lobster,Sesame Chicken, Lo Mein, Fried Cheesecake.

Sunday - Thursday | 11 am – 9 pmFriday and Saturday | 11 am –10 pm

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Eighteen EastRestaurant and Bar

Eighteen East is a restaurant and bar in the heart of downtown Avon Park, serving the area’s best steaks. We offer a large selection of American food with creative new menu items added regularly. The historic brick décor gives a pub-type atmosphere where local artists perform throughout the week. Eighteen East is a favorite with locals and a guaranteed enjoyable experience.

Appetizers: Pan Seared Ahi-Tuna; Hog Wings; Grilled Chicken Nachos Entrees: Eighteen East Signature Burger; Prime Rib Rueben; Filet; Giant Shrimp Ravioli.

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Eighteen East... a restaurant and bar!

18 East Main Street | Avon Park | 863.453.1818Downtown Avon Park

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Island View Lakefront Restaurant & Pub

Island View Lakefront Restaurant offers a unique dining experience like no other in Highlands County. We offer a variety of great American food from fried green tomatoes, ribs, and a variety of sandwiches to our Friday Night Prime Rib dinners. Our Sunset Dining menu includes dinner and house beer, wine or soda starting at $11.00.

Monday – Saturday 11 am – 8 pmSunday 11 am – 5:30 pm Bar Services and Light Sandwiches Served

Sunset Dining:Monday – Saturday 3:30 – 7:30 pmEvery Friday Night join us for Chef Kevin’s Famous Prime Rib Dinner

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9449 NE 48th Street | Okeechobee | 863-357-2226

Casual gourmet lunch served daily in an atmosphere of rustic southern elegance with a stylish western flare. Unique mouth-watering appetizers prepared by our Executive Chef include: The Corral Thai Chili Chicken Wings, Florida Gator Bites and Pulled Pork Quesadillas along with assorted creative Flatbread Pizzas. Local specialties inspire signature entrees like the American Bison Sloppy Joe and the hearty OK Corral Burger. The Champagne Sunday Brunch is an impressive buffet-style feast! Sit back, relax and enjoy your favorite cocktail inside or on the porch. Join us for lunch or host an event for up to 300 guests for an unforgettable celebration!

Father's Day at OK Corral - Call for Information & ReservationsLunch Served 7 Days a Week 11 am – 4 pmFriday Sundown Suppers - Grilllin' - Chillin' Shootin'Chuck Wagon Dinners every Friday Night 6 pm - 8 pm (Reservations Suggested)Cowboy Ribeye & Fried Chicken with all the Cowboy Fixins'

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Papa John’s Pizza

At Papa John’s we strive to create great dining experiences through authentic, superior-quality products, legendary customer service and exceptional community service. We pride ourselves in providing a menu that’s prepared with only the finest ingredients from fresh vegetables to our never frozen, hand-tossed original dough and superior-quality tomato sauce. We are committed to exceeding your expectations.

Family Style Restaurant | Take -Out| Food Delivery Service Locally Owned, GeoDev Pizza, Inc. by George A. Hall andDevon P. Donaldson

Open 7 Days 11 am - 11 pm Carry out 11 am - 9:40 pm

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Olympic Restaurant

Olympic Restaurant has newly renovated the restaurant with a full bar. Enjoy your cocktail inside or on our newly built porch. We have added a 15-person private dining room for your convenience. We have also expanded our menu and you will enjoy our large fresh salad bar. Homemade dishes are prepared with fresh ingredients every day. We offer Dinner Specials, which change daily, but also include Jimmy’s Ribs & Wings, Olympic Fingers, Jumbo Fried Shrimp, Fried Grouper, Porterhouse-Bone & Filet Mignon Steaks and Stuffed Mushrooms. Our ribs are cooked in a smoker. Also featuring our specialty drinks.

Open 7 days a weekHours: Sunday-Thursday 11 am-9 pm Friday and Saturday 11 am-10 pmHappy Hour Monday - Saturday 3 pm to 7 pm.

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Watermelon FestivalRoyalty

Photos by Jamie Donalson

DeSoto County held its Annual Watermelon Festival on May 16th in Veteran’s Park. Prior to the festival, DeSoto County crowned their Crimson Sweet, Princess, Jubilee and Queen during the pageants the prior week. Festival-goers enjoyed food, entertainment, arts and crafts, watermelon contestants and the wacky river race. For more information on next year’s event, contact www.arcadiamainstreet.com.

2015 Florida Watermelon Queen Kelli Wilder crowning the 2015 DeSoto County Watermelon Queen, Victoria Avila. Watermelon Queen First Runner-Up Shania Manwell.

Watermelon Jubilee winner Bailey Bryant. Watermelon Crimson Sweet Chloe Pomerlaueand First Runner Up Cassidy Albritton.

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June 6Farmer’s MarketMain Street | Arcadia

June 27Antique Fair

Downtown Arcadia

July 4Farmer’s MarketMain Street | Arcadia

July 4TDB – 4th of July Festivities

Contact the DeSoto CountyChamber of Commerce

July 25Antique Fair

Downtown Arcadia

(L-R) 2015 DeSoto County Watermelon Queen Victoria Avila and 2015 Florida

Watermelon Queen Kelli Wilder.

Watermelon Princess Adrianna Barrera.

Watermelon Princess First Runner-Up Miranda Powers and Second Runner-Up Alyssa Pomerleau.

(Above) Watermelon Jubilee First Runner-Up Aubrey Harrelson.

(Below) Watermelon Princesscontestants.

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It was a beautiful day on the lake for the Second Annual Gator Bite SUP RACE at Hardee Lakes Park in Bowling Green, FL held Saturday,April 18. Sponsors were Mosaic, Peace River Explorations and PeaceRiver Paddle Sports. The event started with free intro lessons for each team, there was camping and being able to see wildlife up close. It made for a great weekend at the park. Groups of friends and colleagues came out to the park for a day of fun and competition.There were free demos, food vendors and just fun for the whole family. Stand up paddle boarding sup relay race and a fun open class race benefited our local First Responder in Hardee County. For Information: www.peaceriveradventures.com

Photos Courtesy of Elsa Chappa.

Second Annual Gator BiteSUP RACE

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Photos Courtesy of Elsa Chappa.

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June 9Cake Decorating

6 pm - 8:30 pm Peace River Explorations

June 25A Blessed Mess:

No-Rules Painting Class6 pm - 8:30 pm

Peace River Explorations

July 6 - July 31Cracker Kids Camp:

Learning our Legacywww.peaceriverexplorations.com

Peace River Exploration in Wauchula held a painting class on May 14, “A Blessed Mess” at “The Depot”. Tina Nicholson taught the class. Attendees were able to create their own designs on pallet wood.

For more information on events visit www.peaceriverexploration.com.

Or Email: [email protected] or call 863.767.9999

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Clewiston held it’s annual Sugar Festival, marking the end of the sugar cane harvest, on April 9-12. The Festival welcomed country music artists Cassadee Pope and Native Run to the stage for a free community concert. In addition to the concerts, there was a selection of food vendors, a water park for the kids to enjoy, cane grinding equipment on display, arts and crafts, and a rodeo. It was a fun filled, family oriented weekend.

Clewiston Sugar Came Festival 2015Photos by Sharon Cannon

Above: Karen Watson enjoyed arefreshing coconut drink.Above Right: Sugar cane for the taking.

Right: McCormick-Deering made byInternational Harvester Company.

Above (l-r): Braden Allison, Dalton Mcllwain, and Trey McCaine.

Above: Native Run takes the stage.Right: The crowd enjoys the concerts.

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June 9 – 26Clewiston & Harlem Summer Camp

www.clewistonrecreation.com

June 27Buck Out!

7 pm – 10 pm | Bull Pit Outreach MinistryLaBelle Rodeo Arena

July 4 4th of July Celebration

Downtown LaBelle

July 7 – 24Clewiston & Harlem Summer Camp

www.clewistonrecreation.com

July 25Buck Out!

7 pm – 10 pm | Bull Pit Outreach MinistryLaBelle Rodeo Arena

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Above: Cassadee Pope, Season 3 Voice Winner, gives a great performance.

Above left: Kids cool off in the water park.

Left: Miss Sugar 2015 Becca Manning.

Antique Gas Engine Collector, Ed Mikovsky grinding sugar cane for syrup.

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COUNTY SCENE

The Fifth Annual Bluegrass Blueberry Festival sponsored by the Avon Park Rotary Club was held at Donaldson Park on April 25. A BBQ chicken dinner was available, along with blueberry pie, blueberry lemonade, fresh blueberries and blueberry plants.

The crowd was entertained by the foot-stompin’ sounds of Generation Bluegrass and Flatlands Bluegrass. For the kids there was a Kid’s Zone they all enjoyed.

For more informat ion for 2016 visit their website: www.rotaryblueberryfestival.com.

Fifth AnnualBluegrass Blueberry

FestivalPhotos by Penny Phillippi

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Sun N Lakes presented the Dash & Dye 5K Color Run & Easter Festival on April 4. The event had something for everybody starting with the annual Dash & Dye 5K Run and Easter Festival to the Samaritan’s Touch Golf Tournament.

The Dash and Dye 5K had nearly 350 runners and walkers of all ages that took part in the event. The participants got doused with color dye along the path at coloring stations throughout the course.

June 4Throwback Thursday Block Party

5 pm -8 pm | Downtown Sebring

June 12Dog Daze of Summer

5 pm – 8 pm | Downtown Sebring

Reception Honoring Phyllis Jones5 pm – 8 pm | Yellow House Gallery & Gift Shop Highlands Art League Inc. | West Center Avenue

June 13Saturday Night Cruise

5 pm – 8 pm | Downtown Sebring

Jaycees’ Hometown TunesBenefiting Jimmy Polatty Memorial Garden of Joy

6 pm – 9 pm | Champion for Children Circle TheaterPresented by J. Biance Financial.

June 17-18Les Miserables

Highlands Little Theatre | Sebring

June 182015 Avon Park

Chamber of Commerce Banquet6 pm – 9 pm | Island View Restaurant

June 20-21Heartland Triathlon

Downtown Sebring | www.heartlandtri.org

June 25Spring Fling 2015 Healthcare Mixer5:30 pm to 7:30 pm | Royal Care | Avon Park

July 4Fourth of July Fireworks9 pm | Lake Jackson | Sebring

Fireworks PresentationDonaldson Park | Avon Park

July 10 Downtown Sebring Sip N’ Shop

5 pm - 8 pm | Downtown Sebring

July 10 – September 10 Photography CompetitionHighlands Art League | Sebring

Opening reception: Friday, July 10 | 5 pm - 7 pmPlease visit highlandsartleague.org for details.

July 24 – 26 25th Annual Caladium Festival

10 am - 5 pm | Sunday from 10 am - 3 pmStuart Park | Interlake Blvd. | Lake Placid

Photos courtesy of Sun N' Lakes.

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The Mayor's Centennial Gala, held on April 18 at the Silver Palms RV Resort, was a huge success. The turn out was great at the black-tie event and everyone appeared to enjoy the night of celebration. Many danced the night away to the music of Street Talk Orchestra. 1 Stop Party Shop catered the event and beautifully decorated the room. The City of Okeechobee Centennial Celebration committee did a wonderful job coordinating this event and they thank the Settler & Pioneer sponsors for helping to make it possible. Photos courtesy of the Centennial Committee. Joe Allen, photographer.

Lane Earnest-Gamiotea,City Clerk/Personnel

Administrator.

J.D. Mixon,Centennial Celebration

Committee Chair.

City of OkeechobeeMayor James Kirk.

The Seminole Tribe table.

Kristina Mellettte Morgan and Christina Morgan Piper.

Beautiful unique historical table decorations set the mood for a warm and elegant evening.

Russ and Christina Duncan.

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Okeechobee CountyCalendar ofEVENTS

June 1 - June 30AP Senior OHS Art Exhibit

Okeechobee Main Street Artist SeriesMonday-Friday | 7 am - 10 am

Historical County Courthouse | Okeechobee

June 13Birthday Bash Celebration

City of Okeechobee 100 Year Centennial 3 am - 8 pm | Sacred Heart Facilities & Field

901 SW 6th | Okeechobee

Family Movie NightFree Movie in the Park - Annie

8 pm |Flagler Park #4 | OkeechobeeJune 18

Okeechobee Main Street MixerPier II

5 pm - 7 pm | 2200 Hwy 441 SE | OkeechobeeJune 20

Father Daughter DancePresented by B.R.A.T Club

6 pm - 10 pm | Okeechobee Freshman Campus Okeechobee

July 14Okeechobee Main Street Mixer

Brahma Bull Restaurant5 pm - 7 pm | 2405 US Hwy 441 SE | Okeechobee

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Having a great time on the dance floor.

Street Talk Orchestra entertained and performed great dance music.

Bianca and Bobby Keefe. Maureen and Terry Burroughs.

Okeechobee Historical Society President Magi Cable and her husband Carl.

Paul Buxton (L) and Matt Buxton with his daughter Morgan.

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The Lakeland Derby is an annual “Derby Style” event staged on beautiful Lake Mirror in downtown Lakeland on Friday, April 25. With the entertaining flair of the event and the competitive spirit of the race, the Derby was a memorable occasion.

The Lakeland Derby captured the thrill of a race and the purity of sports entertainment in a hometown setting. The true essence of the Derby was a reward knowing the proceeds will go to support Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine. The Derby featured ten beautifully hand-crafted swan paddle boats in a thrilling race to the finish line.

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Lakeland Derby

Deanna Rodriguez and Samantha Sun

Above: The derby draws a big crowd.Below (l-r): Audrey Link, Andrea Link and Will Link.

Beautiful hand-crafted swan paddle boats race on Lake Mirror.

Photos By Amber Callaham

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Beautiful hand-crafted swan paddle boats race on Lake Mirror.

Polk CountyCalendar ofEVENTS

June 4 Schools Out Fiesta

5 pm - 7 pm | Eloise Resource Center | EloiseJune 13

Fly into Summer - Family Fun Day10 am – 4 pm | Florida Air Museum | Lakeland

Historic Bartow Bluegrass andGospel Heritage Festival

10 am – 5 pm | Downtown Bartow

10th Annual Robin Nable Wagman “AGAINST ALL ODDS” Golf Scramble

Southern Dunes Golf & Country Club | Haines City

June 16– July 21 Biz Kid Summer Workshops

9 am – 3 pm | Bartow Greater Bartow Chamber of Commerce

June 19 – 2014th Annual Juneteenth Celebration

Downtown Bartow

July 3 “Red, White & Kaboom”

9 pm | Frances Langford Promenade at Lake MirrorLakelandJuly 4

4th of July Extravaganza 4:30 pm – 9:30 pm | Mosaic Park | Bartow

July 11Dirt Days Family Fun

9 am – 12 pm | Circle B Bar Reserve | LakelandJuly 18

Girl Power - 2nd Annual Back To School Bash11 am - 4 pm | Bible Church of GodYouth Sports Academy | Lake Wales

July 19 – 26 Caberet

Lake Mirror Theatre | Downtown Lakeland

Above: Michele Schatz, Mary Terry and Tay Brown.

Left: Carigan Rogers, Isabella Cano and Anna Kate Rodgers.

Below: The raceparticipants arriveand are ready to race.

Bottom photo:The Oxford family.

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