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Therapy Through the Handlebars

By Mitch Traphagen

RUSKIN - I have a therapist. She's a big girl weighing in at more than 550 pounds but she's quick. At nearly 20 years old, she is considered a senior citizen by many of her contemporaries. But she is mine and she is always available when I need her - for a little therapy through the handlebars.  More

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SCC Author Sees Book Become Reality

SUN CITY CENTER - An area man has seen his hard work become reality with the release of his book, Overkill - A Detective's Story, which is now available.

Although the author, Elmer Snow of Sun City Center, is quick to point out that the book is a work of fiction, his words, his imagery and the mental picture that he clearly paints reveal his in-depth experience. In many ways, Snow's work of fiction is the child of his real life experience. More

 


Chamber Notes

By Daniel Kushmer

Last week, I began a series outlining the Governor's plan for the class size reduction amendment. As I begin to write this next installment I am reminded of new and updated information regarding Florida's budget for FY 2004. Recently, I heard a news report stating that more than 23,000 seniors on a fixed income could potentially die due to the Governor's proposed budget. Apparently, the Governor has cut a critical budget item that funds prescriptions for the indigent.

Before I get into class size let me just say, I spoke to one of the Governor's assistant this past week. She informed me that the Governor has no intention of cutting this important item from the budget. More


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