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The Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches today announced the launch of a free sum-

Ask Your Candidates On July 20th

mer camp Operation Star & Shield for the children of fallen law enforcement officers in

The League of Women Voters and the Citrus County Council will be hosting a Can-

Florida. Hosted in conjunction with the Florida Sheriffs Association and Concerns of Po-

didate Forum, "Primaries are Primary" with Kate Betsko , President of LWVCC and John

lice Survivors (C.O.P.S.), the camp will take place Aug. 8-12 at the Youth Ranches Caruth

Wade , President of the CCC, moderating the event on Wed. July 20 th This will give Cit-

Camp in Inglis. "The Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches has operated successful camping

rus County residents a chance to meet the candidates, hear their reasons for running, and

programs for over 30 years, and we recently realized we could offer this service to our law

learn about the changes they would make if elected.This is sure to assist us before we cast

enforcement family," said Youth Ranches President Bill Frye. "This is an opportunity for us

our votes for 2016. Questions for primaried candidates may be posted on the forum's

to honor our fallen officers by serving their children through summer camp." The five-day

Facebook Page; " Citrus Primary 2016 ForumJuly 20, 2016", and will also be collected at

camp will be designed specifically for children and relatives of fallen officers, with partici-

the Forum.The primaried candidates are those running for Congress, Citrus County Sheriff,

pation from deputy sheriffs and other law enforcement volunteers from around the state.

BOCC.School Board and Mosquito Board. Please be sure to visit and Like the Primary

Camp activities will include sports, arts and crafts, canoeing, swimming and other outdoor

Facebook page and submit your questions for these candidates. Other candidates will be

activities designed to provide a wholesome atmosphere and positive camping experience

available for the public to meet and greet. The forum will take place at the Citrus Campus

for boys and girls between the ages of 9 and 17. The Youth Ranches is now accepting appli-

Conference Center,College of Central Florida in Lecanto. The doors open at 5:00 pm. The

cations to attend Operation Star & Shield. Applications are available at youthranches.

Forum begins at 6:00 pm. The League of Women Voters of Citrus County and the Citrus

org or by calling (800) 765-3797.

County Council are nonpartisan citizen organizations. For more call 352-382-0032.

Bradshaw to discuss her African photo safari

Award-winning nature photographer Myrna Bradshaw will discuss and present

Second Ranger Camp Takes Place at Wildlife Park

photographs from her recent South African photo safari as part of the Florida Artists Gallery

At the Wildlife Park, the second session of Wildlife Ranger Camp will be arriving

Dinner and Lecture Series on Saturday, July 23.

for July's Wildlife Ranger Camp the week of July 11 through 15. This group of 10 through

The Florida Artists Gallery and Gallery Café are located at 8219 Orange Avenue in

12 year olds will be learning about Florida's wildlife and enjoying hands-on activities and

Floral City. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. and Bradshaw's presentation will begin at 7.

learning experiences. Camp topics include mammals, birds, reptiles, manatees, the ocean,

Bradshaw recently traveled to South Africa with nine other photographers, visiting

sea turtles, and saving energy through alternative sources. Indoor and outdoor activities

and photographing the nature reserve of ChaZen near Johannesburg, Chobe National Park

for children include nature hunts, visiting the wildlife areas in the park and other scientific

and River in Botswana, and Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe.

activities. As you can see, we have a lot planned for July, and we encourage you to visit

Admission for the dinner and presentation is $30 per person, and includes a free

Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park to learn about the Bald eagle and the

glass of wine. All proceeds will go to support the Florida Artists Gallery's educational pro-

importance of preserving Florida's wildlife. For more information on our events, please call

grams. Space is limited and reservations are required. To reserve places, call 352-344-9300.

Susan Strawbridge at (352) 628-5445, ext. 1002.

Democratic Executive Committee Open House

"Our Woman in Havana":at

 July 12  Museum Cafe

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The Citrus County Democratic Executive Committee (DEC) is hosting an Open

On Tuesday, July 12 th, the LWVCC will hold their meeting at the Museum Cafe

, 10466 Yulee Dr., Homosassa, Fl., starting at 10:15 AM. There will be a panel discussion House on Saturday, July 30 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Whispering Pines Park in Inverness.

Hometown News for the Nature Coast

Advertising at Reasonable Rates for S Levy, NE Citrus & SW Marion Counties Join likeminded citizens at the Large Pavilion next to the children's playground for a free

with those who have participated in the Sisters Across the Straits trips to Cuba. The restau-

rant's enticing Cuban menu will be available, or just enjoy a delicious dessert or cup of afternoon with plenty of food, drinks and music to learn more about opportunities to get

5093 S. Orwell Pt., Homosassa, Florida 34446

involved with the Citrus County Democratic Party. For more information, call Wendy Wil-

Phone: (352) 489-4588 Fax: (727) 362-4788

The LWVCC will return to the usual monthly meeting location at Coastal Region liams, Citrus County Democratic Executive Committee Chair, at 352-209-8651.

Email, Tom Russell, Publisher: thenewscaster1@gmail.com

Email, Debbie Russell, Editor: debbienewscaster@gmail.com

Library on August 9th at 10:15 AM. All interested men and women are invited.

The Consignment Place and The Center for Victim Rights Joins Forces

enewscaster.com · newscasterarchives.com · history.newscasterarchives.com · thehealthcaster.com

The Center for Victim Rights is a female veteran owned and operated non profit or-

ganization that assists victims of crime, nationwide, and free of charge. Check out our web

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page at www.advocate4victims.org/wp, call us at 352-628-6471 or Email us at Cynthia@

advocate4victims.org with questions, comments, donations, or to volunteer. We are located

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in Citrus County, Florida (32 years) and will be working with The Consignment Place 644

N. Suncoast Blvd Crystal River FL 34429 who will accept tax deductible donations of un-

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wanted cars, boats, trucks, campers, motorcycles, trailers, RV's, golf carts, and boats. Items

can be picked up if necessary. Call 352-461-4518 to donate, buy or rent a vehicle from The

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Consignment Place 644 N. Suncoast Blvd Crystal River FL 34429 and a cash donation will

be made to Thehelp victimscrimes,the elderly.

 Center to  of  veterans, and 

Homosassa Fund 

American Legion Building  Project

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The Legion Post    Homosassa Springs is seeking 

inpastandpresent their in community. member- 

 helping    veterans and  families  our  Our 

ship consists of past and present military from each branch of the service, (Army, Navy,

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Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard), along with their families. Post 166 participates in

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events that provide funds for Homosassa, Homosassa Springs, SugarMill Woods, Walden

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Woods, and Chassahowitzka areas of Citrus County. Post 166 donates time and money in

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support of homeless veterans, less fortunate seniors with medical needs and children in

need. Due to the ever growing membership, Post 166 has started a building fund. This fund

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will provide a central location for those in need as well as an American Legion Amateur

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Radio Emergency Communications Center. If you can help or have building suggestions,

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Post 166 will acknowledge this support to the community.

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