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01/27/2012

Romney is the aggressor in final Florida debate
01/27/2012

JACKSONVILLE — An aggressive Mitt Romney repeatedly challenged Republican presidential rival Newt Gingrich in a fast-paced campaign debate Thursday night, ridiculing the former House speaker’s call to build costly projects in key primary states and to colonize the moon.

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Cladek found guilty on all counts
01/27/2012

She had a way about her, so much so that people gave and gave until Lydia Cladek had taken them for millions.

Jurors in U.S. District Court on Thursday in Jacksonville unanimously convicted the 67-year-old St. Augustine Beach businesswoman on all counts of wire and mail fraud and conspiracy for running an investment company and $100 million Ponzi scheme.

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VOTE FOR VOID!!!!
01/27/2012

Please take a second to vote for Void Magazine. We are in a tight race we would love your vote! Thanks North Florida! VOTE HERE: http://jaxboldest.com/entries/view/void-magazine “Behind the VOID” from MainFrameMedia on Vimeo. VOTE HERE: http://jaxboldest.com/entries/view/void-magazine Share on Facebook

JAX PIER-11:30AM FOG UPDATE
01/27/2012

Waves look fun and the fog has rolled back in. Waves are in the waist to stomach high range and super peaky. The Northside was the only spot really breaking at report time and there was a decent crowd on it. Definitely worth a check if your into a little lunch time session. Enjoy the [...]

JAX PIER THURS 1PM
01/27/2012

Still pretty small out there this afternoon. Looks to be shin high with maybe a few rare knee high waves pushing in. The north side of the pier might be longboardable if your desperate. Weekly forecast is up. Share on Facebook

JAX PIER-12:30PM UPDATE
01/27/2012

Small inconsistent lines coming in this afternoon at the Pier. It’s in the knee to thigh high range with fair shape. The outside is breaking very now and again but is still real mushy. We should see it stand up more as the tide drops out so grab the log if you need to shred. [...]

JAX PIER WED 7:40AM
01/27/2012

We continue to see clean, rideable surf this morning in the knee to thigh occ + range. A little on the weak side and definitely a little inconsistent, but hey at least it’s rideable…. and not to mention it’s unseasonable warm! Share on Facebook

JAX PIER TUES 8:00AM
01/27/2012

Thigh high surf with clean conditions again at first check this morning. There were a few slightly larger sets. Overall it is another fun morning for the log but looking a little small for the shortboard. Share on Facebook

JAX PIER THURS 8AM
01/27/2012

Surf has dropped back down a little over night. Knee high on sets, maybe a slightly larger barely loggable set on occasion but pretty minimal overall. No one out at report time. Check back later. Share on Facebook

JAX BEACH SURF SHOP AND WHISNANT SURFBOARDS ARE TEAMING UP!
01/27/2012

That’s right folks Whisnant Surfboards are soon going to be available at Jax Beach Surf Shop. Tony Hall can help you custom design your next surfboard and get it made right here in Jax Beach. Tony and Mike have 30+ years experience of custom surfboard design and development. So get into the Shop and get [...]

JAX PIER-12PM UPDATE
01/27/2012

There’s still the occasional wave coming in this afternoon at the Pier. Southside has a weak outside wave breaking with quite a few longboarders on it and Northside was pretty much just a inside. Clean conditions at report time so it might be worth a check if your on lunch break. Share on Facebook

Poe elected as President of Florida Hospice Board
01/26/2012

Accepting a second one-year term, Hospice of Marion County CEO Mary Ellen Poe has been elected President of the Board of Directors for Florida Hospices and Palliative Care (FHPC). As Board President, Poe also chairs of the Executive Committee and supervises the business affairs of FHPC. The President presides at meetings of the Board of Directors and serves as an ex-offico member with full voting privileged on all committees and/or initiatives.

SECO wins two awards for community service
01/26/2012

Sumter Electric Cooperative (SECO) has won two distinct international “Communitas Awards” for the co-op’s lead role in the Camp Boggy Creek Project in Lake County and for SECO’s overall Commitment to Community, according to a recent press release. SECO won in the Company Sponsored Volunteer Project category and won in the most prestigious category in the competition, which was the Leadership in Community Service & Corporate Social Responsibility category. Camp Boggy Creek is an internationally known camp for very seriously… Read More »

Clubs support new veterans village
01/26/2012

OCALA – Members of the Pioneer Garden Club and the Greater Ocala Woman’s Club have been busy since July 2011 working on a double studio apartment at the Ocala Ritz Veterans Village. Members cleaned and furnished the apartment, located in Tower 4. “This project is close to my heart,” stated Rosalie Laudando, president of the garden club, in a press release. “Through donations from members, we provided clean linens, bedspreads, blinds, a microwave, nonperishable groceries and personal hygiene items for… Read More »

Elks honor law enforcement officers and firefighters
01/26/2012

OCALA – Ocala Elks Lodge 286 hosted their annual Officer of the Year awards dinner Saturday, Jan. 14, to honor area law enforcement officers and firefighters for bravery, dedication and service to Marion County. The honorees included: * Marion County Sheriffs Office, detective Donald Buie * Ocala Police Department, officer Robert Douglas * Ocala Fire Rescue, Capt. Marvin Davis, fire equipment operator Gary Hamilton, firefighter/paramedic Michael Lipphardt, firefighter/EMT Ken Thomas Sr. and firefighter/paramedic Alex Sada * Marion County Fire Rescue,… Read More »

Edwards awarded contracts
01/26/2012

Edwards Construction Services, Inc. has been awarded the following contracts: Construction of The Villages third Downtown area, Brownwood Town Center. Phase 1 of the new town center is approximately 130,180 square feet and will include The Palace Hotel, The Manly Building, The Rose Building, The Wiechens Building, The Schmidt House, The Bunk House, and Barnstorm Theater. Construction contract to construct a new building for Fross & Fross Financial.

Robert Walla awarded Doctor degree
01/26/2012

According to a recent press release, on Sept. 26, 2011, Robert K. Walla, Supervisor of Marion County Soil and Water Conservation District was awarded Doctor of Philosophy in Taxation from the Washington Institute for Graduate Studies.Mr. Walla also hold a degree Doctor in Public Administration ABD from Nova University. Mr. Walla is also the owner of Dancing Horses farm and is currently employed by Hewitt Jackson Tax Services as an Office Manager.

Business celebrates first anniversary
01/26/2012

OCALA – On Thursday, Jan. 12, Fontana Realty celebrated their one-year anniversary in business with an event at the gazebo on the Downtown Square. More than 125 community leaders, clients, family members and friends attended the event, which included food, music and prizes. The Ocala/Marion County Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors showed their support by commemorating the event with a ribbon cutting ceremony, stated Realtor/Broker April Fontana in a news release.

Ocala Honor Flight Coordinator receives Presidential Award
01/26/2012

Trey Adams, the Flight Coordinator for the Ocala Honor Flight has received the President’s Volunteer Service Award from Barack Obama, President of the United States. The President’s Council for Service and Civic Participation presented him with the award for recognition and appreciation of his commitment to strengthening our Nation and for making a difference through volunteer service. Trey Adams is currently serving as the Flight Coordinator of the Ocala Honor Flight and is now in planning for Mission 5.  The 2012 Mission scheduled… Read More »

Ocala Fire Rescue promotes firefighter
01/26/2012

Ocala Fire Rescue recently announced that Brandi DuCoeur, a firefighter with the department for five years, has been promoted on Jan. 17 to the rank of Fire Equipment Operator (F.E.O.). “Successful completion of a written test and a practical test are required to be eligible for the position, then should a vacancy become available the top candidate is chosen” states Fire Chief James Ganter. The position also requires completion of several college level courses. During a brief ceremony at headquarters Brandi… Read More »

Tampa Bay Recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness in More Ways Than One
01/26/2012

We recently mentioned on the Team Chais Facebook Page that there are tons of events going on around Tampa Bay for Breast Cancer Awareness month. We thought, why not use Our Tampa Bay blog to give you a little more detail? The following are all of the ways that you can recognize Breast Cancer and raise money for this worthy cause in Tampa Bay, Florida.

2010 Suzie Q Blitz Build for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
When: Saturday, October 23 at 8 am
Where: Grant Park area of Tampa Bay
Website: http://firstgiving.com/habitathillsborough
The Suzie Q Blitz Build is a valiant effort organized by Habitat for Humanity Hillsborough to get a home built in just 7 days. The event is in honor of Suzanne Hastings, the wife of Habitat for Humanity crew leader, who lost her battle with breast cancer at 36. You can honor Suzie’s devotion to community and family by donating or volunteering on October 23rd. The donations to the Suzie Q build will benefit the Moffitt Cancer Center.

Beauty for the Cure
When: Saturday, October 16, 10 am - 9 pm
Where: Aveda International Plaza, Tampa, Florida
Who would have thought that a day of hair styling, mini facials, make up applications, hand massages could help contribute to a good cause? Aveda is making giving a pampering experience at the Aveda International Plaza in Tampa. They are pleased to accept donations of all sizes, from $5 to $500, all of which go to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Call (813)348-9600 to schedule an appointment.


FI(gh)t For the Cure at Special Fitting Event
When: Friday, October 15, 10 am
Where: Macy's at WestShore Plaza, 298 Westshore Blvd, West Shore Plaza, Tampa, FL, 33630

Tampa Bay FL is filled with activities to get you in the spirit.


Lowry Park Zoo's "Zoo Boo"
Dates: October 1-2, 8-10, 15-17, 22-24 and 28-31
Hours: 7-11 pm on Fridays and Saturdays; 7-10 pm on Sundays through Thursdays
Tampa Bay's largest family Halloween event. The Lowry Zoo will transform into a fright zone of haunted houses, free rides, and creepy decorations and lights. Each activity is rated with a scare factor of 1 to 7 skulls so you will know if the "kids" can handle it ;)

21st Annual Hyde Park Village Art Fair
Date: October 30th & 31st, 2010
Times: Saturday & Sunday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
As one of the country's best art festivals, this event features only the highest quality art work with each artist hand picked from hundreds and hundreds of applicants. The 150 exhibitors who made the cut will display a wide range of artwork from life-size sculptures to photography to jewelry.

Pumpkin Patch, Hyde Park
Date: October 16-31st, 2010
Hours: Monday - Wednesday: 5 pm - 8 pm; Thursday & Friday: 12 pm - 8 pm; Saturday: 10 am - 8 pm; Sunday: 12 pm - 6 pm
This event is the perfect compliment to the Hyde Park Village Art Fair. Easily transport back and forth from the pumpkin patch to the Art Fair so that everybody is happy. After you embrace the art culture of Tampa Bay, this is where your journey begins on the search for the perfect pumpkin. Best part is, it is hosted by the Humane Society of Tampa Bay so you know the pumpkin proceeds are going to a good cause.


Busch Gardens Hallowscream, Tampa
Date: Every Thursday, Friday & Saturday from September 30, 2010 - October 31, 2010
Hours: 7:30pm - 1am on Thursdays; 7:30pm - 2am on Fridays & Saturdays; Halloween Night: 7:30pm - 1am
This annual Busch Gardens event is not for the faint of heart. Live music, scary attractions, and of course, stomach-dropping rides. Don't forget! Tampa Bay Florida residents get a discount on theme park tickets!


Dunedin Octobeer Fest
Date: Saturday, October 9th
Hours: 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
One of the largest German parties around! Sample over 60 different types of beer and food from the Tampa Bay Area Restaurants. While you're at it, stroll through the aquarium and view the animals and exhibits. Tickets get you free food, beer, live entertainment and dancing.

This time of year is always the best in Tampa Bay Florida. If you've just moved here from a cooler climate, it will be the first time you can enjoy the luxury of donning a Halloween costume without having to cover it up with layers of sweaters and jackets. You can enjoy outdoor activities galore and some of the creepiest haunted houses around. If you're still looking, on the other hand, and you're ready to get into the spirit, give us a call and we will help you find the perfect Tampa Bay home.

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Gulfport Art Walk
The quaint Florida village of Gulfport is the ideal place for a sidewalk event. For the First Friday and the Third Saturday of every month, the village holds an outdoor art show to showcase all of their Galleries and shops and local musicians, as well as their fine restaurants.
Time: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Place: Beach Blvd in Gulfport, Florida
Gulfport Website

Sarasota Art Walk
Dancing, live music, drinks - it must be Palm Avenue! On the first Friday of every month, you can peruse through the fine art galleries, jewelers and restaurants of Palm Avenue.
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Place: Palm Avenue in Downtown Sarasota
Sarasota Website

Palm Harbor Block Party
From February to May, and August to November, on the first Friday of each month, the streets of Palm Harbor's historic district transform into one huge block party. This is worth the trip just to check out the historic downtown area if you have never seen it before. Its Old World atmosphere provides the perfect environment for live music, artists, crafts, and games.
Time: 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Place: Florida Avenue between Alt 19 & CR-1
Palm Harbor Website


Living in Tampa Bay Real Estate means, come Friday, it's time to shake off your work week, get outside, and loosen up. Start a tradition with a friend to go to one of the events above, or find one in your own Tampa Bay neighborhood. If you are only looking to move to the Tampa Bay area, this might be the perfect opportunity to get a better feel for the Tampa Bay community. Anything you need, give us a call!

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