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Published by Vero Beach 32963 Media, 2018-05-31 16:02:06

06/01/2018 ISSUE 22

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‘Office’ spaces available

A3 A8 B7Deadline looms for candidates
Bright local jobs picture An exciting and big step

‘Economy firing on all cylinders’ St. Lucie Ballet getting new digs

VOLUME 3, ISSUE 22 YOUR INDEPENDENT LOCAL COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2018

Services District Con-grad-ulations! Council moves
won’t pursue bid on kids’ safety
for ‘Trail’ parcel Victoria Herold cheers during graduation ceremo- PHOTO: MITCH KLOORFAIN village in PSL
nies for the St. Lucie West Centennial High School
BY PATRICK McCALLISTER | Correspondent Class of 2018, held indoors at the Havert Fenn Center with predictions of rain for the May 24 BY DEBBIE CARSON | Staff Writer
event. For more photos from this and the Treasure [email protected]
So much for Plan B. Coast High School commencement, see Page 6. 
The St. Lucie West Services Dis- Guns. Cars. Fire. Pools. It’s a dan-
trict is most likely back to building gerous world out there for children.
a permanent office at 450 SW Util-
ity Drive. In 2014, 8,610 St. Lucie County
“It’s going back to Plan A,” said children were treated for acciden-
Dennis Pickle, manager and util- tal injuries. Eleven others died. The
ities director. “The board would sobering statistics are the driving
have to accept that on June 5.” force behind Safe Kids St. Lucie
The district’s board of supervi- County’s push to create a Children’s
sors’ next regular monthly meet- Safety Village in Port St. Lucie.
ing is on June 5 (at 9 a.m. at the
district’s current office on Utility The biggest question looming
Drive). The district was looking at over the project – where would it
opening a customer-service of- be located – may finally have been
fice at the St. Lucie Trail Golf Club answered: Ravenswood commu-
clubhouse, a move that could have nity complex, on SW Ravenswood
saved it about $100,000. Lane near the pool and fire station.
CGI St. Lucie recently purchased
the golf club. It offered the district “The site is just sitting there, fal-
an opportunity to purchase the low,” Port St. Lucie Mayor Gregory
clubhouse and about five acres, Oravec said during a recent City
along with about 10 acres of ease- Council meeting to discuss ap-
ment to build a stormwater pond proving a site option. “I think it’s
that would also serve as an aqua great. We just need to bring it to life
as quickly as possible.”

Interim City Attorney Jim Stokes

CONTINUED ON PAGE A4 CONTINUED ON PAGE A7

HURRICANE EXPO: PREP ‘SCHOOL’ IN SESSION SOLEMN TRIBUTES ON MEMORIAL DAY

BY DEBBIE CARSON | Staff Writer to the Civic Center for the annual Hurri- Bobbie Williams,
[email protected] cane Preparedness Expo. president of the
Treasure Coast
Hurricane season officially starts today “We’d love to think our citizens are chapter of the
and already there is a storm pounding the prepared before Hurricane Season,” said Military Officers
Gulf. Tomorrow, the City of Port St. Lucie event organizer Christine Proulx, project of America, pays
expects residents from all around to flock coordinator for Public Works Emergency tribute to fallen
Management. However, many won’t be. soldiers during
And that’s OK. For the 12th year, the city Memorial Day
is hosting its own expo to highlight trust- recognitions in
ed businesses and vendors along with Port St. Lucie.
government agencies, all in the hopes of
getting residents ready before the Big One See Page 4. 

CONTINUED ON PAGE A6 PHOTO: MITCH KLOORFAIN

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LOCAL NEWS A1-A9 run of success. Page B2

HEALTH A11-A15 ARTS/PEOPLE B1-B11

OBITUARIES A9 PETS B10

GAMES B12-B14 REAL ESTATE A17-A28

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Deadline looms for would-be candidates

BY DEBBIE CARSON | Staff Writer pay a $25 qualifying fee and either pay 1 per- The challengers, respectively, are Steven Al- publican Anthony Bonna, who was appoint-
[email protected] cent of the salary or provide signed petitions len, Mark Young and Felicia Bruce. ed by Gov. Rick Scott to fill the remainder of
of 1 percent of the total registered voters. then-Commissioner Tod Mowery’s term.
Time is quickly running out for those who Like the City Council, the School Board is
have not yet decided whether or not to brave If filing for the mayoral seat, 1 percent of a nonpartisan race. If only two candidates District 4 is currently held by Commission
the upcoming elections cycle. Voters will be the $48,422 salary would be $484.22. Coun- seek the same seat, the election will be de- Chair Frances “Frannie” Hutchinson, a Re-
deciding a host of seats in various govern- cil members’ salaries are $34,362; 1 percent cided in the primary. However, if there are publican.
ment agencies, including Port St. Lucie City would $343.62. three or more candidates and none receives
Council, St. Lucie County Commission and a majority, the top two vote-getters will move Both are being challenged. Hutchinson is
St. Lucie School Board. As for the petitions, 1 percent of the total on to the general. facing one challenger as of press time, Dem-
registered voters would amount to approxi- ocrat Helen Henderson.
For those considering a run at the Port St. mately 1,206. There were 120,557 registered County Commission is different – it’s a
Lucie City Council, contact the City Clerk’s voters in the last election. partisan board. When two or more candi- Bonna is facing several challengers that
Office for the necessary paperwork. Those dates of the same party affiliation qualify include one Democrat, Sean Mitchell, and
thinking about running for County Commis- While council members represent differ- for the same seat, they will be voted on in three Republicans, Bobby Hopkins, Daniel
sion or School Board should contact the St. ent districts within the city and must reside the primary. But who will be allowed to vote Kurek and James Taylor.
Lucie County Supervisor of Elections Office. in the district which they serve, they are depends on if there is anyone of a different
elected city-wide in a nonpartisan election. political party also qualified. CONTACT INFORMATION
The pre-qualification period starts June 4, City of Port St. Lucie City Clerk’s Office
the earliest potential candidates can pick up If Oravec and Morgan remain unopposed Assuming there is no candidate of a differ- Call: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5
the paperwork they need to provide during at the close of the qualifying period, they will ent party and no write-in candidate, then the p.m., (772) 871-5157
the official Qualification Period. Qualifying be returned to their seats without the need primary is open to all voters regardless of po- Visit: http://www.cityofpsl.com/govern-
starts at noon on June 18 and ends at noon of election. litical affiliation and the election is decided ment/departments/city-clerk
June 22. in the primary.
The District 3 seat currently has three can- SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS
In Port St. Lucie, three seats on the council didates – Martin, Fritz Alexandre, and Andri- However, if there is a candidate of a differ- Call: Judith Durogene, Candidate
are up for election. The terms end in Novem- ana C. Riera. If all three remain candidates by ent party filed, then the primary is “closed” Coordinator, 772-462-1504
ber, following the General Election on Nov. 6. the end of qualifying, they will face off in the and voters can only choose among the can- Visit: https://www.slcelections.com/ 
Primary Election in August. didates of their own political affiliation.
Those seats are currently held by Mayor
Gregory Oravec, Vice Mayor Shannon Martin If none receives a majority of the vote, the The winners of the primary will then face
and Councilwoman Stephanie Morgan. All two with the most votes will face off again in off in the general when residents can vote re-
three have filed for re-election and only the the General Election in November. gardless of political party.
District 3 seat held by Vice Mayor Martin is
currently being challenged. All three seats up for grabs on the School Two seats are up for election on the Coun-
Board are being contested. Incumbents Deb- ty Commission – District 2 and District 4.
To run for City Council, candidates must orah Hawley, Donna Mills and Troy Ingersoll
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REMEMBRANCE SERVICES DISTRICT

Memorial Day moments, clockwise from above left: CONTINUED FROM PAGE A1
The St. Lucie West Centennial High School JROTC
presents the colors during the city’s Memorial Day range, a driving range at which the balls
recognition ceremonies at the Port St. Lucie Civic land in water. The district offered $1.1 mil-
Center; Audrey Tuthill, chaplain of the Military Officers lion. “At this time, the new owners said they
Association of America, Treasure Coast chapter, leads have a lessee to take over the building, the
the standing-room-only crowd in singing “God Bless clubhouse,” Pickle said. “We sent back an
America”; World War II veteran Genaro Fiore honors offer to buy 13 acres of property to improve
his brother Jimmy Fiore, who died in combat on June our water projects.”
10, 1944, during the Normandy Invasion; St. Lucie
County Sheriff’s Deputy Sgt. Jennifer Perkins delivers Partner Tom DeShazo said CGI is moving
the National Anthem; Congressman Brian Mast ad- forward with a lease-purchase plan for the
dresses the gathering.  22,000-square foot clubhouse with a caterer.

PHOTOS: MITCH KLOORFAIN “It’s better for us and the community,” he
said. “It’s better for the water district.”

About 75 attended a special district board
meeting in March to discuss the proposed
move to the clubhouse.

Many expressed concerns the district of-
fice being at the golf club would greatly in-
crease heavy-vehicle traffic at Country Club
Estates. Pickle said that wouldn’t have been
the case – the district was going to contin-
ue using the Utility Drive location for work
vehicles.

Nevertheless, DeShazo and Pickle said it
had become clear that the best option for
everybody was for the district to gain land
for water-storage projects and build a per-
manent office on Utility Drive.

“We have a great relationship with the
district and will give them water storage,”
DeShazo said. “In the last couple days it’s
been made evident it’s needed.”

At press time, subtropical storm Alberto
was passing Florida and dumping rain on
St. Lucie County.

Previously Pickle said The Enclave at
St. Lucie West and Lake Forest at St. Luc-
ie West would benefit greatly by the pro-
posed additional storm-water storage. Ad-
ditionally, Lake Forest Pointe and Country
Club Estates would benefit. The biggest
benefit, however, is Cashmere Boulevard
between Heatherwood and St. Lucie West
boulevards.

If the board approves, the district will of-
fer $166,650 for the water-storage acres.

Until recently, the district had been de-
signing a $1.2 million permanent office.
Pickle said the designs are about 80 percent
complete. He will recommend to the board
it increase the size of the meeting room. 



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ON TO THE FUTURE! CLASS OF 2018 GOES OUT IN STYLE

Clockwise from above left: Stephen Thornton signs while Bianca Wesley sings the National Anthem to begin the Treasure
Coast High School graduation ceremonies at the Havert Fenn Center in Fort Pierce; Kristal De La Cruz offers a gesture of
love at the Treasure Coast ceremonies; Treasure Coast High School valedictorian Alice Artica shakes hands with School
Board members while receiving her diploma; the St. Lucie West Centennial High School Class of 2018. 

PHOTOS: MITCH KLOORFAIN

HURRICANE EXPO ous damage to homes. “They need to know Service will be providing free SKYWARN And, if all the information itself weren’t
what to expect and how to move forward,” storm spotting training, certifying residents enough to entice residents to attend, Proulx
CONTINUED FROM PAGE A1 she said. When residents know what to do in identifying and reporting threatening hopes the chance to win one of two hurri-
and are prepared, they can minimize their weather. cane prep kits from Wal-Mart might further
hits. “We saw the complacency,” Proulx said suffering and recover all the faster – and, draw a crowd, or the 500 T-shirts that will be
of the population before Hurricanes Mat- when partnered with the prepared city, all Those interested in the training must given to those attending the presentations
thew in 2016 and Irma in 2017. “We’ve seen a can work together as a unit. pre-register and be able to attend the class (while supplies last).
difference since.” from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Civic Center.
While the main thrust of the event is Registration is online and can be found Some vendors just might have swag of
The city is expecting between 1,300 and aimed at adults getting themselves, their here – https://bit.ly/2rGMOos their own to hand out to expo-goers, too.
1,500 people to attend the expo Saturday, families and their homes ready for poten-
June 2, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. “There’s tial hurricane threats, there will be plenty The expo itself will feature nearly 70 For more information about the Hurri-
just so much information,” Proulx said. for children to do, as well. vendors and organizations, including the cane Preparedness Expo, visit www.Cityof-
Humane Society and Animal Control. The PSL.com/HurricaneExpo or call the City at
A lineup of presentations is scheduled, Emergency vehicles including fire trucks Humane Society will be conducting pet 772-871-7340.
including three meteorologists, Congress- and police cars will be parked out front for vaccinations on-site while Animal Control
man Brian Mast, St. Lucie County, Port St. kids to explore. There will also be a hurri- will provide tags for newly vaccinated pets. IF YOU GO…
Lucie and even WastePro – the city’s waste cane winds simulator that both kids and Cost: Free admission and parking; Food
hauler, which is tasked with debris removal adults can check out. And a green screen St. Lucie County Emergency Manage- available for purchase at the Civic Center
following storms. will be set up so children can pretend to be ment will be on hand to discuss its Alert St. Café.
meteorologists and “report” on the weather Lucie program that allows residents to opt- Date: Saturday, June 2.
Irma and Matthew were “vegetative displayed behind them. in for various notifications. County officials Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for Expo; 9 a.m. to
events,” Proulx said, explaining that the will also discuss the Special Needs Shelter 11 a.m. for SKYWARN training.
hurricanes produced a lot of plant debris “Every year we work on making it bet- and the need for residents to pre-register if Date: Saturday, June 2.
and tree branchds. ter,” Proulx said of the expo. “We push our- they believe they might have to make use Location: Port St. Lucie Civic Center, 9221
selves.” of it during a storm. Pre-registration will be SE Civic Center Place, Port St. Lucie. 
Proulx said residents need to be mindful done during the event.
that it could have been far worse, with seri- For the first time, the National Weather

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CHILDREN’S SAFETY VILLAGE

CONTINUED FROM PAGE A1

cautioned that he would need to do his “Your Full-Service
homework to ensure that the creation of the Salon”
safety village meets the criteria for being a
“community center” under the deed restric- safety issues. But it’s cumbersome, time-con- PHOTO COURTESY OF SAFE KIDS ST. LUCIE COUNTY New Client
tions. suming and reaches a limited number of stu- Specials
dents at a time. with the devices. Later, it is shared with them
“We’re kind of at a standstill until we have that the “kid” they thought they were talking Balayage Color $75
a location,” Councilwoman Stephanie Mor- For instance, Safe Kids’ bike rodeos take six to was actually a staff member or officer
gan said of the project, explaining that the days and 63 hours to reach 252 first- through (someone there on campus). Cerulli said it Keratin Special $99
agency first needs a site before it can finalize fourth-graders by going school to school. At helps them to recognize that not everything
its costs and generate a completed business the Safety Village, it would take 2 days and is as it seems online. Retouch & Accent Foils $80
plan. “This is the first of many, many steps,” 18 hours to reach the same students – plus
she said, and added that once a location is they’d get water and fire safety training, too. Currently, there is no estimated price tag Extension $65
secured, “then it’s full steam ahead.” for the Children’s Safety Village in Port St. (Call for details)
“They learn better hands-on,” Cerulli said, Lucie. That will come later once organizers
Ronda Cerulli, of Safe Kids St. Lucie Coun- and the village would better facilitate that in- finalize their business plan. To help offset Perm $50
ty, said she envisions a multi-faceted facility teraction. the costs, though, organizers will be seek- Olaplex Treatment $25
similar to that of a fairly new Children’s Safe- ing sponsorships. Businesses can sponsor Facial Wax 3 areas $25
ty Village in Cobb County, Georgia. Cerulli also wants to incorporate cyber- buildings in the Village and have their name
safety to teach children how to mitigate the displayed. -Professional Makeup Applications -
The village would have a streetscape risks of the Internet. The program started - Prices Subject to length & thickness -
complete with sidewalks, roads, traffic sig- in Canada and has been adopted by Cobb Government grants, too, might be avail-
nals and signs – all so children can practice County’s Safety Village. Students are brought able, but they are typically limited in amount, 398.8300
pedestrian and cycling safety. There would into the village and given tablets and other Cerulli said.
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so children can practice escape routes in want on the tablets; profiles do not need to number of unintentional injuries and deaths
the event of fire emergencies complete with be created. of children.
mock smoke.
For some time, the kids are allowed loose “When a child dies, it sends ripples
There would be a small, indoor pool for throughout the community,” she said. “And
swim lessons and pool safety sessions. And, we want to end those ripples.” 
there would be classroom space for other in-
struction.

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THE CELEBRATION OF LOCAL ECONOMY ‘FIRING ON ALL CYLINDERS’
LIFE STARTS HERE
BY PATRICK McCALLISTER | Correspondent St. Lucie has a growing labor force as
AYCOCK AT TRADITION LIFE CELEBRATION CENTER it has strengthening employment rates.
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takes planning. “Our local and regional economy is In April 2017 there were about 137,700
firing on all cylinders,” he said, adding workers in St. Lucie’s labor force. That
WHEN YOU PLAN AHEAD, you can design every detail of your own “if you look at all the major industry swelled to about 139,000 this April.
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“They’re going to be fully immersed April percent since.
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seemingly still people who’ve not re-
Because manufacturing jobs are turned to work despite growing em-
available. St. Lucie and Martin counties ployer demand.
have had about 100 added from April
2017 to this April. Keeping the talent pipeline within
companies going will be among the
“Many of the employers will perhaps things covered at the EDC’s upcoming
be offering those graduates job oppor- “Leading the New Breed Symposium,”
tunities,” Tesch said. on Wednesday, June 13, from 7:30 a.m.
to 1 p.m. at the Hutchinson Shores Re-
The Florida Department of Econom- sort & Spa, 3793 NE Ocean Boulevard,
ic Opportunity released its monthly Jensen Beach.
jobs report for April on Friday, May 18.
It reports that the not-seasonally-ad- The keynote speaker will be Phillip
justed employment rate in St. Lucie was Van Hooser, author of “Leaders Ought
4.1 percent that month. That was down to Know: 11 Ground Rules for Common
from 4.6 percent in March, and 4.7 per- Sense Leadership.” He will talk from 9
cent the previous April. a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on “Motivating Man-
agers, Millennials and Misfits.”
At the same time, surrounding coun-
ties were showing strong jobs numbers. More about the symposium is at www.
Martin took the top spot with 3.3 per- youredc.com. The complete state em-
cent not-seasonally-adjusted unem- ployment report is at www.floridajobs.
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The state ran a not-seasonally-adjusted
unemployment rate of 3.4 percent in
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WALTER SELK, 91 away May 24 in Fort Pierce. Carol was born Treasure Coast Hospice
St. Lucie West to Steve Demetruk and Yolanda Ragazzo Has Grown to Become
in Youngstown, Ohio, on Jan. 19, 1947. She
Walter Selk, 91, of St. Lucie West in Port St. moved to Port St. Lucie with her family in Treasure Health!
Lucie departed this life Saturday, May 19. 1992 coming from Girard, Ohio.
Treasure Coast Hospice has always treasured life. Now,
Walter was a World War II veteran of the Carol was an active member of St. Berna- we’re offering an expanded family of services, including
United States Army and worked as a General dette Catholic Church in Port St. Lucie. She
Products Manager in cutlery manufacturing. loved cooking for her family and friends. palliative care, pediatric care and grief support, to
better meet the needs of our community.
Walter is survived by his loving wife of Survivors include her husband of 51 years,
65 years, Marie Selk; children, Lydia (Greg) Felix “Phil” DeSantis; sons, Philip (Tina) De- Licensed since 1982.
Schutte and Michael (Lyn) Selk; grandchil- Santis of Port St. Lucie and Anthony (Jenny)
dren, Jeffrey Schutte, Gregory Schutte, Lisa DeSantis of Rockledge, Fla.; mother, Yolanda Treasuring Life | To learn more,
Schutte, Michael Schutte, Ciara Selk, Vanes- Meek of Girard, Ohio; two grandchildren, visit TreasureHealth.org or call 866.999.4550
sa Selk and Serena Selk; four great-grandchil- one step-grandchild, two step great-grand-
dren; nephew, Roland P. Kelly; and caretaker, children; sister, Mary Ann (Dave) Brown of
Janice Montenegro. Girard, Ohio; and brother, Larry Demetruk of
Girard, Ohio.
JEFFREY J. BROWN, 36
Port St. Lucie JOHN J. LOCASCIO, 65
Port St. Lucie
Jeffrey James Brown, 36, of Port St. Lucie
departed this life Saturday, May 19. Joseph John Locascio, 65, of Port St. Lucie
departed this life Saturday, May 26.
Jeffrey is survived by his loving mother,
Merna Yarde, and her husband, Emerson; Joseph worked as a mechanical engineer
brother, Lewis Yarde; aunt, Enid (Wilbert) and enjoyed fishing and watching old mov-
Lue; niece, Ayva Yarde; and many other lov- ies.
ing family members and friends.
Joseph is survived by his loving wife, Joann
CAROL DeSANTIS, 71 Locascio; children, Joseph John Locascio Jr.
Port St. Lucie and Teresa Miano; grandchildren, Anthony
and Michael Miano; brother, Robert Locas-
Carol DeSantis, 71, of Port St. Lucie passed cio; and many other loving family members
and friends.

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back with problems,” says Ja- primary brain tumors are ex-
While most people think neurosurgeons nuszewski, whose credentials Dr. Jacob Januszewski. pected to be diagnosed this
like Dr. Jacob Januszewski mainly, or even include a medical degree from year,” and the National Brain
exclusively, operate on patients’ brains, it Michigan State, a seven-year PHOTO: DENISE RITCHIE Tumor Society estimates some
turns out these highly specialized doctors residency at Hofstra followed 700,000 Americans are already
actually spend much more time treating by a multi-year minimally in- cult to treat, though some progress is be- living with a primary brain tu-
back pain related to the spine and nervous vasive complex spine deformi- ing made. While not nearly as common as mor.
system. ty fellowship here in Florida, a back problems, brain diseases afflict many
stint as an attending neurosur- people. Happily, the most common
Januszewski estimates the ratio in most geon in Orlando, and a practice type of brain cancer, menin-
neurosurgery practices as “about 80 percent with the First Choice Medical The Dana Farber Cancer Center reports gioma, is often benign and
spine and 20 percent brain,” and says that Group, the B.A.C.K. Center and may not even require surgery,
80 percent includes treating a wide range the Steward Healthcare Net- according to Johns Hopkins
of spine-related problems, including adult work. Medicine.
scoliosis correction, spinal deformities and
malformations, laminectomies, cervical Fortunately, a better under- And then there’s glioblasto-
lumbar diseconomies and spinal fusions. standing of how the spine and ma.
its attendant nerves function,
The ratio is not surprising in one sense, along with improved minimal- Glioblastoma tumors are
since the National Institutes of Health have ly invasive surgical techniques, highly malignant, growing
found up to 70 percent of U.S. seniors suffer have combined to make mod- with terrifying speed. The late
from back pain, and that spine-related prob- ern spine surgeries much more Sen. Ted Kennedy died from
lems “occur at much higher rates than brain successful than in the past. glioblastoma, and former GOP
disorders.” presidential candidate John
And, in more good news, McCain is now battling the dis-
Many of us will, especially as we age, may Januszewski says, “there are ease.
need the help of a neurosurgeon like Ja- other ways of treating pain
nuszewski. than surgery. Usually where I start is pallia- “We have no idea how [those
tive medicine, changes in lifestyle, physical glioblastoma cells] are mutat-
That is the bad news. therapy and pain management – though not ing and what’s causing it,” Januszewski says.
The good news is these surgeons have with narcotics.” When asked about advancements in
extensive training, and spine surgery today treating Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s dis-
is much improved compared to just a de- Brain diseases, meanwhile, remain diffi- ease, Januszewski says for Parkinson’s, “we
cade ago. “Anyone who had spinal surgery do deep brain simulation right now and I
before 2010, probably had it done wrong

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Hurricane Impact Doors ‘Stunning’ Muirfield home
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BY SHELLEY KOPPEL | Columnist home, is a cook’s delight. It is 10-by-11-
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house of surprises. You can’t tell from the has additional storage and wonderful views
outside how many windows there are and of the pool and beyond through those win-
how much light and openness they give dows. Even the kitchen itself has a window,
to the home. You can’t see the in-ground so there is no room that feels removed from
pool and golf views from the front, and you the lovely views outside. A half bath is there
have no idea that the garage has a built-in for the convenience of guests.
guest or mother-in-law suite for privacy. It’s
a house that offers a lot and doesn’t disap- The master bedroom and all the bed-
point. rooms have elegant wood flooring. The
master bedroom is a generous 12-5-by-16-2
The long paver drive has space for park- and the high ceilings add to its openness. It
ing and the front has tasteful landscaping has two walk-in closets that always awaken
that also provides privacy. Inside the en-

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pool home has one of the best views you The garage is not a place I usually spend Living
can imagine,” he said. “Enjoy the privacy a lot of time describing, because generally The Brennity
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FEATURES FOR 8327 MUIRFIELD ROAD Experience the vibrant lifestyle at The Brennity at Tradition.
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Listing price: $329,000

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TRADITION AND ST. LUCIE WEST REAL ESTATE SALES

TOP SALES OF THE WEEK

The Tradition and St. Lucie West real estate market saw 14 single-family residences and lots sell from
May 21-25 (some shown below).
The top sale of the week was the home at 10586 SW Capraia Way. First listed in January for $410,000,
the 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom, 2,162-square-foot home sold for $385,000 on May 24.
The week’s next-best sale was the residence at 9000 Pumpkin Ridge. First listed in April for $285,000,
this 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom, 2,002-square-foot home fetched $283,000 on May 25.

SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCES AND LOTS SELLING
ORIGINAL PRICE

TOWN ADDRESS LISTED ASKING PRICE SOLD $385,000
$283,000
PORT SAINT LUCIE 10586 SW CAPRAIA WAY 1/9/2018 $410,000 5/24/2018 $270,000
PORT SAINT LUCIE 9000 PUMPKIN RIDGE 4/25/2018 $285,000 5/25/2018 $253,500
PORT SAINT LUCIE 394 NW SPRINGVIEW LOOP 1/2/2018 $284,900 5/24/2018 $252,500
PORT SAINT LUCIE 509 SW HAMPTON CT 4/12/2018 $259,900 5/24/2018 $247,500
PORT SAINT LUCIE 5125 NW WISK FERN CIRCLE 11/18/2017 $269,000 5/24/2018 $232,000
PORT SAINT LUCIE 7164 MAIDSTONE DRIVE 4/16/2018 $253,800 5/22/2018 $225,000
PORT SAINT LUCIE 10620 SW WATERWAY LANE 4/9/2018 $229,900 5/23/2018 $215,000
PORT SAINT LUCIE 6451 NW FRENZE STREET 4/17/2018 $233,900 5/23/2018 $210,000
PORT SAINT LUCIE 338 NW MILLPOND LANE 8/22/2017 $319,000 5/24/2018 $195,000
PORT SAINT LUCIE 7360 PINE CREEK WAY 4/9/2018 $219,000 5/25/2018 $193,000
PORT SAINT LUCIE 1287 NW BENTLEY CIRCLE 3/21/2018 $210,000 5/25/2018 $175,000
PORT SAINT LUCIE 9606 SW FLOWERMOUND CIRCLE 1/24/2018 $195,000 5/25/2018
PORT SAINT LUCIE 1302 NW BENTLEY CIRCLE 7/31/2017 $189,900 5/21/2018

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HERE ARE SOME OF THE TOP RECENT TRADITION AND ST. LUCIE WEST REAL ESTATE SALES

9000 Pumpkin Ridge, Port Saint Lucie 394 NW Springview Loop, Port Saint Lucie

Listing Date: 4/25/2018 Listing Date: 1/2/2018
Original Price: $28,500 Original Price: $284,900
Sold: 5/25/2018 Sold: 5/24/2018
Selling Price: $283,000 Selling Price: $270,000
Listing Agent: George Medvedeff Listing Agent: Bonnie Meyo

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Listing Date: 4/12/2018 Listing Date: 11/18/2017
Original Price: $259,900 Original Price: $269,000
Sold: 5/24/2018 Sold: 5/24/2018
Selling Price: $253,500 Selling Price: $252,500
Listing Agent: John Gigante Listing Agent: Keli Santiago, P.A.

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 19 jogging and bike paths and a clubhouse
that is so complete that it feels like a resort
bedroom with its own living area. This close to home. There is a community room,
provides so much flexibility for a family or exercise center, game room, well-stocked
snowbirds or retirees, as they have this extra library, pool and tennis. You can enjoy ev-
space to use as they see fit. erything PGA Village has to offer if you can
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with pool, spa and extensive golf views. RX-10322223 8113 Kiawah Trace Lanai, pool/spa, overlooking the golf course. RX-10412979 8208 Kiawah Trace

VPIGLALAGE $344,900 CCLOUUBNETSRTYATES $387,000

GREAT GOLF OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY • JUNE 3rd • 1-4pm
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with large covered screened
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Large Kitchen with granite, stainless appliances, and breakfast nook adjacent to Double Door Entry. Family Room
Family Room. Decorative Double Glass Entry Doors, Pavered Driveway. Newly w/Fireplace adjacent to Kitchen w/
great counter eat/work space. Large Master Suite w/Spacious Bath. Glass slider
Renovated including new wood laminate floors. RX-10361992 8933 First Tee Access to relaxing Pool & Spa with oversized Lanai. Wonderful Family Home.
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8305 Holley Tree Trail, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986

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TREASURE COAST FEATURED PROPERTIES

COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES LAKE CHARLES GATLIN AREA
OPEN HOUSE 1-4 SUN, JUNE 3RD
4BR, 2.5BA, 3CG, large family room with fireplace, upgraded kitchen, OPEN HOUSE 1-4 SUN JUNE 3RD POOL HOME ON CUL-DE SAC W/PRESERVE VIEW UNIQUE 4BR POOL HOME ON CORNER LOT volume ceilings, crown
formal liv & dining rooms, screened lanai w/pool & spa Priced for a quick sale, beautiful 4BR en-suite Plus den home, formal living 3BR, 2BA, 2CG, eat-in kitchen w/quartz counters, SS appls, updated molding, tile through all living areas, kitchen w/granite, SS, b’fast bar, cov-
Kay Rodriguez 772-486-2126; Christopher Rodriguez 772-828-9963 room w/natural gas fireplace, enormous kitchen with island, heated pool & spa bathrooms, screened lanai w/heated pool overlooks private preserve view, ered patio w/built-in grill overlooking custom pool area & oversized yard.
1421 OSPREY COVE JUST REDUCED! $387,000 Diane Gault 772-342-7455 Sharon Rudd-Boulanger 772-528-5952; Martin Borgia 772-626-9036 Damaris Alamo 772-631-7887; Donna Finley 772-985-3830
629 PALMETTO COVE $499,900 RX-10425932 $289,900 RX-10415089 $365,900

LAKES at ST. LUCIE WEST PGA VILLAGE PGA VILLAGE LAKE CHARLES

OPEN HOUSE 1:30-4:30 SUN, JUNE 3RD BEAUTIFUL POOL HOME ON SCENIC PRESERVE WITH LAKE VIEW BEAUTIFUL SERENE LAKE VIEW Meticulously cared for and beautifully LIKE NEW! Extended St James, 2BD+Den, granite kitchen, tumblestone
3BR, 2BA with enclosed Florida room and large screened porch, white 3BD, 2BA Deerhurst Model, dbl glass doors, granite island kitchen, SS updated t/o, 3BR, 2BA, 2CG. SS appls, granite in kitchen & baths, wood back splash, crown, upgraded light fixtures, hurricane shutters,
cabinets and granite in kitchen. Close to everything with low HOA appls, new A/C & Water heater look tile flooring, frameless shower in mstr bath, screened lanai screened patio. A must see!
Linda Hart 772-595-2822 Donald and Lisa Baetzold 772-618-0026 Isabelle Pollock 772-713-3221; Elise Danielian 772-418-2992 Donald and Lisa Baetzold 772-618-0026
127 NW BENTLEY CIR $242,000 RX-10421268 $354,900 RX-10418292 REDUCED! $317,900 RX-10414581 $239,900

PGA VILLAGE PGA VILLAGE PGA VILLAGE PGA VILLAGE

LOVELY POOL HOME BEAUTIFUL UPDATED HOME 3BR, 2BA, stained glass front door; EXPANSIVE GOLF VIEWS Paradise at its finest! Beautiful 2BR,2BA OPEN HOUSE 1-3 SUN JUNE 3RD
3BR en-suites & 2 driveways, spacious kitchen, breakfast area & large diagonal tile throughout living areas, porcelain tile in bedrooms; SS appls, PLUS den, on large double lot, new A/C, granite new appls, screened lanai PREMIUM CORNER PROPERTY ON THE LAKE. 3BRs, 2BAs, NEW kitchen
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Chris Chapdelaine 772-529-3748 Jim Insinga 772-233-2500; Sara Sloan 772-618-3474 Valerie Juno 772-214-9404; MaryLynn Ninesling 772-370-6466 Lucy Clore 772-579-3438
RX-10395761 $349,900 RX-10410959 $329,900 RX-10414893 $319,900 9102 CHAMPIONS WAY $299,950

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POOL HOME - BEAUTIFUL WATER & GOLF VIEWS 2BR, 2.5BA PLUS CENTRAL LOCATION, CLOSE TO EVERYTHING! OPEN HOUSE 2-4 SUN JUNE 3RD GORGEOUS WATER VIEW 1ST FLOOR CONDO
den, granite counters in kitchen, formal living & dining rms tile on diagonal Nicely maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath, great yard! Split floor plan, CBS SERENE LAKE VIEW Immaculate 2BR, 2BA, 2CG PLUS den superior home, kitchen Newly Remodeled, SS appls, quartz countertops, tile thru-out w/wood
throughout living areas, large covered and screened lanai, pool construction, hurricane shutters! w/granite, SS appls, crown molding throughout, house painted 2016, NEW A/C 2015 look tile in kitchen, Accordian Shutters. Upgrades galore.
Moira Feely Rekus 772-626-7812 Linda MaCormack Walter Panfil 772-359-8800 Linda Olsinski 772-359-2227
RX-10432082 $379,900 RX-10430372 $239,900 9240 SHORT CHIP $319,900 RX-10423190 $270,000

PGA VILLAGE PGA VILLAGE PGA VILLAGE LAKES OF ST. LUCE WEST
DESIRABLE “FAIRVIEW” MODEL Bright & Cheery home is a true 3BR,
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Beautiful 3BR, 2.5BA PLUS den w/built-ins, oversized 2CG + separate w/quartz counters, SS appls, screened patio w/private view upgraded kitchen with built-in b’fast area, granite, new appls, plantation shutters, CBS 2BR, 2BA vila, granite counters, newer appliances, large screened lanai, with
golf cart entrance, family room w/fireplace, screened lanai/pool. Isabelle Pollock 772-713-3221; Elise Danielian 772-418-2992 garage has built-in guest-suite, screened lanai with pool, lush landscaping a garden setting, great St. Lucie West location, close to shopping, restaurants
Kay Rodriguez 772-486-2126; Christopher Rodriguez 772-828-9963 RX-10422564 UNDER CONTRACT! $287,000 Ryan Reagan 561-308-0807; David Paladino 561-574-6490 Dave Cullen 772-418-0778
8208 KIAWAH TRACE $419,900 RX-10432466 $329,000 RX-10429450 $185,000

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FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2018 YOUR INDEPENDENT LOCAL COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER

Coming Up! STEPPING UP
St. Lucie Ballet moving
‘TUESDAYS WITH to much bigger studio
MORRIE’ AT A.C.T. PAGE B7
OVER 3 WEEKENDS
Page B2
BY SAMANTHA BAITA | Staff Writer
PHOTO COURTESY OF THE ST. LUCIE BALLET
1 “Tuesdays with Morrie”
opens this Saturday at Stu-
art’s popular black box perfor-
mance venue, A.C.T. Studio The-
atre. The play is from a memoir
by newspaper sports columnist
Mitch Albom. It was adapt-
ed as a stage play and opened
off-Broadway in 2002. Accord-
ing to Wikipedia, “Tuesdays
with Morrie” is Albom’s recount
of the time he spent with his
78-year-old Brandeis Universi-
ty sociology professor, Morrie
Schwartz, who is dying from
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
(ALS). The two had reunited 16
years after Albom’s graduation,
and the story looks at his life in
the years since. What starts as a
simple visit to Albom’s former
professor turns into a weekly
pilgrimage and a last class in
the meaning of life. The name
Morrie comes from the Hebrew
word meaning “my teacher.”
“Tuesdays with Morrie” runs
June 2-3, 8-10 and 15-17. Show
times are Fridays and Saturdays,
8 p.m.; Sundays, 3 p.m. Tickets
are $25. 772-932-8880.

CONTINUED ON PAGE B7

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Keeping up with JessLee and her ‘Strong’ run of success

BY SHELLEY KOPPEL | Staff Writer PHOTO: MITCH KLOORFAIN decided that what she did, she would do herself, but this
[email protected] was too exciting to pass up.
Not everyone gets to do a red carpet.”
The Treasure Coast’s own JessLee has had a busy few That was pretty exciting, but then came “The Voice.” “I had done the process and it’s very long,” she said.
months. “’Burn’ caught their eye,” JessLee said. “The video led “There are multiple auditions. I got to skip a lot.”

In November, she walked the red carpet after her single, them to look for similar content online and they looked She ended up with Kelly Clarkson and Blake Shelton in-
“Burn,” was nominated in the country genre at the Holly- through my social media and following. They called me up terested in her.
wood Music and Media Awards in Hollywood, California. the day I wrapped filming my next video, being released in
She released her first crowd-funded VEVO music video June and said, ‘This is ‘The Voice.’’ I was not expecting it. “It’s a very organic situation,” she said. “It was 15-20
with the “Burn” single, and it was such a hit that it attracted They said they were extremely interested. I was shocked. minutes of chatting time and joking around. There were
the notice of NBC’s popular show “The Voice.” They were They said they would have me skip the lines and fly me out.” lots of compliments. I had taken ‘I’m With You’ and made
so impressed that she was able to skip the “cattle calls” and it more country. I was a country artist singing a punk pop
go directly to the executive producer rounds. JessLee had tried out for several of the competitions song. Both (Clarkson and Shelton) were standing and clap-
and, as she puts it, “they had not ended up well.” She had ping. Blake said he loves my take on country music and
A month after she returned from Hollywood, she was sees me making a statement. I call it punktry. That’s one
back in California for the show. of the reasons I chose a punk pop song. It’s malleable to
change into a country song. I have an edgy side to me and
I asked JessLee, whose career we’ve all followed for I want to be more innovative with my music.”
years, what it was like to get so much attention and about
her upcoming video release party June 15. It will help raise JessLee was eventually eliminated from the competi-
money for her S.T.R.O.N.G. program that helps kids take tion, but what she heard about her work has given her even
control of their lives and make good decisions. A portion of more desire to continue on. Her songwriting was bolstered
the money raised will help fund the program. even further when she was recently accepted onto the
Grammy recording academy, meaning that her songs can
Of her trip to the red carpet, she said it was a wonderful be nominated for Grammy Awards. She recognizes what
experience. “I got to do photos and interviews. It was real- an honor that is.
ly cool. They were not very traditional and they called the
show ‘Hollywood Hip,’ so I wore a BeBe romper onesie that Next up is the release of her new album, “Strong,” with
was sheer with rhinestones. That’s one of the reasons they a sneak peak at the soon-to-be-released music video, “My
pulled me over (for interviews).” Favorite Song.” The event will be June 15 at the Port St.
Lucie Civic Center from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. A portion of
JessLee and her “entourage” of friends and family thor- every ticket will be donated to the S.T.R.O.N.G. program,
oughly enjoyed the experience. The young artist met some in which Jesslee goes into schools and children’s organiza-
of her idols, including songwriter Diane Warren and Randy tions and shares her own struggles and successes. The goals
Jackson. “It was awesome for a first-time red carpet,” she
said. “I was extremely honored to be around those people. CONTINUED ON PAGE B4

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to them and there’s a concert. I have such until they’ve made it to the top. JessLee is 15 at the Port St. Lucie Civic Center, 9221 SE
CONTINUED FROM PAGE B2 big plans for the S.T.R.O.N.G. program that paying it forward while she’s still on the Civic Center, Port St. Lucie, from 7:30 p.m.
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SUMMER MOVIES: LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION AT THE LYRIC

BY SHELLEY KOPPEL | Staff Writer riage for once and for all. It turns out that Jake has other “Black Hawk Down,” the war drama based on the
[email protected] ideas and comedy and romance ensues. The movie will be best-selling book, details a near-disastrous mission in So-
screened July 21 at 7 p.m. and July 22 at 2 p.m. malia in 1993. Directed by Ridley Scott, the movie won two
Movies and summertime seem to go to- Academy Awards. It will be presented Aug. 4 at 3 p.m. and
gether. The only thing better is when they’re “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” brings back the Aug. 5 at 5 p.m.
free, and the Lyric Theatre is again presenting intrepid archaeologist for his second adventure. When his
a free summer movie series. Tickets are limit- plane crashes in India, Indiana Jones and his companions A war movie of a different kind, “Good Morning Viet-
ed to four per person, subject to availability Short Round and Willie Scott end up in a small village. You nam,” will be presented Aug. 4 at 7 p.m. and Aug. 5 at 2
and only available at the theater box office. already know what happened and want to see it again, or p.m. The Barry Levinson comedy/drama is set in Saigon
you’ve never seen it and I won’t spoil it. It’s directed by Ste- in 1965 and stars Robin Williams as a radio DJ on Armed
The first movie is one of my all-time favor- ven Spielberg, so enough said. It will be shown July 28 at 3 Forces Radio who annoys his superiors for his “irreverent
ites, “My Fair Lady.” Although I have seen the p.m. and July 29 at 5 p.m. tendencies.” Williams won a Golden Globe and was nomi-
show in the theater and the movie on tele- nated for an Oscar, and he won a Grammy for Best Comedy
vision, I have near seen the movie on a big The crime drama “Goodfellas” will be presented July recording.
screen and am really excited about it. Perhaps 28 at 7 p.m. and July 29 at 2 p.m. This is the story of Henry
I’ll wear a fancy hat to commemorate the Ascot Hill, played by Ray Liotta, who makes his way from young The Lyric Theatre is located at 59 SW Flagler Ave.,
scene! It will be shown July 14 at 3 p.m. and July 15 at 5 p.m. petty criminal to big-time thief and drug dealer. With him Stuart. For more information, call 772-286-7827 or visit
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“The Greatest Showman,” with the fabulous High Jack- Tommy De Vito, played by Joe Pesci. The film was directed box office. 
man, tells the story of P.T. Barnum, a man with the theat- by Martin Scorsese and won an Academy Award for Pesci.
rical gift of blurring the lines between reality and fiction.
The musical will be screened July 14 at 7 p.m. and July 15
at 2 p.m.

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COMING UP EXCITING BIG STEP FOR ST. LUCIE BALLET

CONTINUED FROM PAGE B1 BY SHELLEY KOPPEL | Staff Writer
[email protected]
2 “Avenue Q,” the hilarious, Tony
Award-winning musical with a cast When the St. Lucie Ballet opened in 2004, it was in an
of puppets and humans – “part flesh, part
felt, all heart” – continues its run at the 800-square-foot space in Port St. Lucie. This month, the company
Kravis Center’s Rinker Playhouse in West
Palm through next Sunday, June 10, pre- will move into a 6,000-square-foot home that will enable it to ex-
sented by the Kravis’ resident profession-
al troupe, the MNM Theatre Company. pand its offering for classes at all levels, from beginner to pre-pro-
“Avenue Q” is, according to Wikipedia,
“a coming-of-age parable” which satiriz- fessional, with programs not only in
es the issues associated with coming of
age. The characters “lament that as kids ballet, but in creative movement for
they were old – by parents and TV shows
such as “Sesame Street” – that they were the toddler set, jazz, contemporary,
special and could do anything. But when
they made it to adulthood, they quickly tap, pointe, acro, hip-hop, musical
realized, to their dismay, they were not
any more “special” than anybody else, theater and Broadway jazz.
with hurdles, roadblocks, frustrations
and limited options. “Avenue Q” is the Dancers and spouses Lydia Oqu-
story of Princeton, an eager college grad
who comes to the city with lots of dreams endo and Rogelio Corrales were the
and very little money, forcing him to
move into a run-down flat on Avenue artists with the big dreams. They
Q. He and his new pals “struggle to find
jobs, dates, and that ever-elusive purpose had danced for many years with the
in life.” The results are laugh-out-loud
funny. Because it touches on such adult Minneola Ballet in Duluth, Oquendo
issues as sex, drinking and web-surfing
for porn, this one isn’t suggested for chil- as a teacher, choreographer and out-
dren. Show times are Thursdays, Fridays
and Saturdays, 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays and reach coordinator, and Corrales as a PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE ST. LUCIE BALLET
Sundays, 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $55. 561- principal dancer. They wanted to re-
832-7469 or 800-572-8471.
turn to warmer climes and Corrales found work at Ballet Florida
3 A family show, The Little Mermaid,”
splashes onto the Sunrise Theatre and Ballet Palm Beach. He taught at his own St. Lucie Ballet in the
stage this Friday, June 1, presented by
the gifted students of the South Florida evenings and he and Oquendo laid the groundwork for a school of
Dance Company. Enjoy with your kids
Hans Christian Anderson’s beloved Dan- high-quality classical ballet training.
ish fairy tale about a young mermaid
who is willing to give up life in the sea The school opened with high hopes, but in 2004-2005 hurri-
and even her existence as a mermaid to
obtain a human soul and experience the canes put many businesses on hold. The housing crisis also was
world of humans. It is the timeless story
of love, will and sacrifice, freshly inter- a strain on the new business, but Oquendo and Corrales per-
preted by the company’s young dancers.
Showtime is 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 and severed with what they call “the most dedicated students and
$30. 772-461-4775. 
families a teacher and small business owner could ask for.”

In order to establish the studio in the community, they began

working on the favorite ballet, “The Nutcracker.” For the first few

years, they performed parts of the work at a local high school.

They added new scenes each year, and began performing the full-

length ballet at Fort Pierce’s Sunrise Theatre. They also perform it

now at the Lyric Theatre in Stuart, giving families two opportuni-

ties to see the beloved work.

In 2013, the school created an elite company of competitors who

perform at competitions and who have earned awards and schol- our clients by providing more training.”

arships at competitions including Youth America Grand Prix NYC This year’s “Nutcracker” will be performed at the Sunrise Dec.

Finals, Universal Ballet Competition, New York City Dance Alliance 14 and at the Lyric Dec. 26. Oquendo said that the day after Christ-

and others. Oquendo believes the competitions give the young mas had proved popular as so many people had visiting grand-

dancers a feel for what being a professional dancer is really like. children.

The school now brings in professional guest male dancers The dancer is extremely proud of all that she, her husband and

to practice and perform pas de deux (partnering) with the ad- the staff and students have accomplished.

vanced-level students doing the Summer Intensive program. This “I’m so excited,” she said of the move. “We’ve been in quite a

latter addition is part of the reason for the studio’s move. small space and we made it work and made miracles happen.”

“Our Summer Intensive pas de deux keeps expanding every

year,” Oquendo said. “The professional men we invite are tall and St. Lucie Ballet’s new home is at 1725 SW Biltmore St. For more

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Catch some fun at the ‘Lionfish Safari’

BY PATRICK McCALLISTER | Correspondent Picard an air of strong sophistication, they body size,” she said. That’s a rare the lionfish’s proliferation.
put an aquarium with a lionfish in the fic- behavior for a predator, and this The lionfish rarely fall for bait and hook.
The sixth annual Treasure Coast Lionfish tional character’s ready room. one grows to about 18 inches.
Safari is a chance to spear some family fun. “They’re smart, and that’s part of the prob-
There’s a reason the real-life aquarium That’s not the only reason it’s lem,” Pipes said.
The safari will be on Saturday and Sun- on the show’s set had a lone lionfish. “It will often outcompeting and reduc-
day, June 9-10, at Veterans Memorial Park, eat everything it sees,” Pipes said. ing native marine species. Lion- It usually takes divers to catch lionfish.
600 N. Indian River Drive, Fort Pierce. fish can travel farther than most. Pipes said once divers spear lionfish, it’s
That’s part of why there’s a full-on lion- “They can handle and tolerate low simply a matter of getting seafood aficiona-
“While the divers are out, we’ll have ven- fish invasion off Florida’s coasts. Pipes said salinity,” Pipes said. dos to try them. She said they’re delicious,
dors’ booths set up,” organizer Nyla Pipes aquarium owners captivated by the lion- but not yet a reliable menu item. Safari or-
said. fish’s beauty might have grown weary with Meaning estuaries are open to them. ganizers hope to change that and make li-
them consuming anything else in the tanks. Lionfish can apparently use the Gulf onfish readily available to diners.
“We’ll have representatives from various Stream to stay warm enough to migrate
environmental organizations,” Pipes of- “It goes back to the aquarium trade, and north, too. NOAA reports that lionfish have There’ll be a captain’s meeting for safari
fered … and there will be live music. there are stories of them being released in been spotted as far north as North Carolina. participants on Friday, June 8, at 5:30 p.m.
Hurricane Andrew,” Pipes said. There are unofficial reports of them getting at the Sailfish Brewing Company, 130 2nd
Organizers are still working out details of as far as New York. St., Fort Pierce. The safari fun will be from
what performers will be on hand. But, Pipes Many believe the introduction of lion- The lionfish also lay thousands of eggs, noon to 7 p.m. on Saturday, then 1 p.m. to
said, there’s no shortage of great local talent fish off the South Florida coasts started many more than most native species. 7 p.m. on Sunday. Organizers expect about
eager to help out the Lionfish Safari. Many with about six escaping into Biscayne “Not only that, but they come to repro- 25 divers, and hope for thousands of resi-
on the Treasure Coast are well aware of the Bay during the storm. There are records, ductive age in about nine months,” Pipes dents.
damage the invasive species inflicts on the however, that indicate they were spotted said. “Most of our native species take three
local ecosystem, and of the fact humans are around Florida during the 1980s. The Na- years.” For more, visit www.treasurecoastlion-
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started and grew with owner releases. The predators haven’t figured out how to get
“[Lionfish are] taking over the (Indian governmental agency notes that the lion- around. Pipes said there’s anecdotal evi-
River Lagoon) and people need to know fish off Florida’s coasts are mostly a spe- dence that groupers and some shark spe-
they are the only predators,” Pipes said. cies from the Philippines that are caught cies are starting to see lionfish as food and
for international sales. figuring out how to get around those ven-
There will also be lionfish tastings de- omous spines. But, she said, if so it’s early
pending on availability of the fish. Pipes said the lionfish proved to be a har- on and not enough to significantly reduce
dy and hungry species which is often out-
Lionfish are native to coral reefs in the competing native species.
South Pacific and Indian oceans. Frankly,
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Bonz bonds with Baxter, a good ol’ ‘Bad Boy’

Hi Dog Buddies! pooch sis Kira’s in back somewhere. She’s Baxter. PHOTO: GORDON RADFORD Hope. I was getting’ ready to Buy the Dog-
a Westie, too. So, what do I do? Just start house. Dad was des-prutt, cuz we’d been
I recently got a Woofmail from Baxter yappin’ about my life?” wuddly pooch. I didn’t know what a frenly together so long. He didn’t even care that I
Rocco, a rescue West Highland Terrier. His pat or tummy rub was. I had an Attitude, was a Big Pain in the Kazoo. He did a bun-
human sister, Maya, who’s his same age, “Pretty much.” I opened my notebook. an no manners WHATSOEVER!” cha research an found a human called a
13, was in our paper cuz she’s an AR-dist, “Start with how you met your Forever Holl-is-tick Nutritionist (don’t even ask)
so he thought he could be in the paper, Family.” “An, er, how did that, um, manifest it- who had success helping pooches with
too. He sounded cool. self?” I inquired. Failing REEnulls. So Momma an Dad de-
“Got it. Well, my puppyhood was Dis- cided, ‘What the Woof. Let’s give it a try.’
Baxter lives smack on the water across mal Dog Biscuits, in Tampa, back in oh- “Well, it wasn’t that I didn’t love Mom- I got hot packs an cold packs (which felt
from a nature preserve. My assistant rang four. I was inna family with liddle humans ma an Dad, it was super fun hangin’ out wunnerful) an special food, like water-
the bell an there was a buncha barkin.’ who were really mean to me. They shoul- with Dad, goin’ surfin’ an swimming.’ But I melon and coconut water which Mom-
The door opened, Baxter trotted out, tilt- da NEVER had a dog EVER. They chased was, let’s face it, a Bad Dog. Like, I chewed ma hadda squirt in my mouth cuzza me
ed his head, an stood there, sizin’ me up. me with sticks. I was skinny, dirty an up everything, so I got nicknamed The bein’ so weak. Momma an Dad were with
He had great posture an silky white hair scraggly an had, like, zillions of fleas. So Shredder. Once I ate the whole couch. I me every single second. After 48 hours, I
that stuck out in Every Direction. It was I developed a Really Bad Attitude About also ate Dad’s wallet and credit cards. An was what Dad called Out of the Woods. I
Pawsome! Humans. I thought they were all like that.” Momma’s sunglasses. An shoes. But only don’t remember bein’ in the woods, but I
the good, leather ones. WAS feelin’ better. When I went back to
“Good morning,” I said in my Serious, “That’s awful,” I sympathized. my regular doctor for a checkup, my tests
Professional Voice. “I’m Bonzo an this is “No Woof. But, Thank Lassie, my For- “So they started callin’ me Big Bad Bax- were normal. Now I’m on a duh-licious
my assistant. Great place you’ve got here.” ever Dad had been lookin’ for a dog. His ter. See this collar? I’ve had it since I was a diet: dehydrated beef, raw veg-tubbles,
Mom (she’s my Nanny Chris now) had pup. Check out the tag.” punkin seeds an other stuff. And liddle
Apparently, I Passed Mustard, cuz Westies an Dad liked ’em, but he didn’t carrots for treats.
Baxter approached for the Wag-an-Sniff. picksure himself with a little fluffy white, I looked. Sure ’nuff: “Big Bad Baxter.”
“Thanks, Bonz. Let’s go sit.” froo-froo-lookin’ pooch (like me). He was “Even at the Dog Park, which I love, I “I’ve also learned to ‘SIT’ on request. If
thinkin’ more along the lines of a big, managed to get myself thrown out of the I’m in the mood. I woof-talk a lot, which
He led us into the living room an macho, fluff-free dog. Anyway, my famly Liddle Dog Section for pickin’ fights. I makes Momma an Dad happy. An now
hopped onto the back of a couch, lookin’ didn’t like me any more than I liked them, never thought of myself as a liddle dog. I love snuggles an tummy rubs, an I’m
out at the water. “Make yourself comf-tub- so they put a Puppy-For-Sale ad in the PA- So I’d slip into the Big Dog Section an much more mellow an thoughtful. As
ble. This is my Dad, Nick, an my Momma, per. My Forever Dad saw it an he bought pick fights with German Shepherds or long as everything’s about me, me, me.”
Teri. I have a human brother, Marley, he’s me, fleas an all.” retrievers. One day, they all got Fed Up
15, an my sister, Maya, of course. My little “Cool Kibbles.” and Cleaned My Clock. So now I’m more Heading home I was thinking about
“Well, yeah, but, see, cuzza my early ex- humble. At the Dog Park. Bad Boy Baxter, who doesn’t mind admit-
periences with humans, I wasn’t a cuddly, “When I first met Kira, I was awful ting he loves tummy rubs. An thinking
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COLDWELL ‘POKER RUN’ LOOKS TO COME UP ACES FOR LAGOON

BY NICK SAMUEL | Staff Writer four counties, allowing residents an oppor- Schlitt said. “The idea is to create energy, steps of their parents, Ed and Marguerite
tunity to tour a wide variety of homes on excitement and to raise money for a good Schlitt, who started a tradition of supporting
Blending smart business with civic-mind- the market, while gathering a playing card cause.” good causes when they founded the compa-
edness, Coldwell Banker Paradise is sponsor- at each home. The more houses a “player” ny in 1953.
ing a Poker Run Open House from 1 p.m. to 4 visits, the more cards he or she will accumu- Residents can view a map of the open
p.m. on Sunday, June 3 that combines a wide late. Participants can turn in their best five- houses at the Coldwell Banker Paradise web- The Indian River Lagoon is a national-
range of open houses with a poker tourna- card poker hand at the last open house for a site; a final list will be available the day of the ly recognized shallow-water estuary that
ment and fundraiser designed to benefit the chance to win prizes, including three $1,000 event. Schlitt’s sister, Linda Gonzalez, pres- stretches along 40 percent of Florida’s east
Indian River Lagoon Council. grand prizes in Brevard, Indian River, and St. ident of the real estate company, said they coast. The waterway has suffered multiple
Lucie/Martin counties, Schlitt said. hope to have 100 homes available in the four health issues such as contaminant loading,
The real estate firm hopes to raise at least counties. degradation of water quality, loss of seagrass-
$5,000 to fund educational programs fo- The event is hosted by agents from Cold- es and mangroves, and emerging diseases in
cused on improving the health of the Indian well Banker Paradise, which describes itself There is no cost to participate. Partici- marine mammals.
River Lagoon, said the company’s chief fi- as the area’s oldest and largest full-service pants can visit as many homes as they want,
nancial officer, Steve Schlitt. real estate company. The prize money and but they can only get one card from each “Since the Indian River Lagoon covers the
the charitable donation will be raised by real home. Coldwell real estate agents will give same footprint we do on the Space and Trea-
“It’s a great time to work together as a estate agents, homeowners and community house tours and distribute the cards. sure Coast, and we are all part of the ecosys-
community and raise awareness about the sponsors, Coldwell Banker Paradise Com- tem, we wanted to do something significant
importance of saving our Indian River La- munications Director Lisa Djahed said. The event is not restricted to homebuy- to give our support,” Schlitt said.
goon,” said Schlitt. “We know the heaviest ers; participants can visit the homes simply
damage to our lagoon happens during our “To us, being part of the community and to pick up cards and play the game, if they For details on the open house locations and
wet season.” giving back has always been important,” want, Schlitt said. how to enter, go to www.openhousepokerrun-
fl.com. 
Their Poker Run Open House will span He added that they are following the foot-

Lou Wolfson: 100 and counting!

Lou Wolfson, with son Marty, at his 100th birthday celebration at Watercrest in St. Lucie West. Family, friends, caregivers and associates this moment with Lou and our Watercrest family.”
gathered to celebrate the 100th birthday of Lou Wolfson continues his healthy lifestyle with
Wolfson, a resident at the newly opened Water-
crest St. Lucie West Assisted Living and Memory good nutrition, supplements and visits to the
Care in Port St. Lucie. The momentous occasion gym with his son three times a week. He retired
included a lively celebration complete with food, from playing tennis at the young age of 95 and is
song, sweets and shared stories of a life well-lived. proud to be free of any medications. To maintain
remarkable mental fitness, Wolfson works jumbo
Wolfson was born in Moscow, Pennsylvania, and crossword puzzles daily.
in 1918, one of six siblings. He graduated from
Scranton High School and earned a degree from “The secret to living so long is having good
Temple University. While working as a com- health and lots of birthdays,” says Wolfson play-
petitive swim instructor, Wolfson met his wife fully, who has five more years to match his father’s
Helen, and they moved to Indiana where they resting age of 105.
raised two sons. Lou and Helen were blessed
with 72 years together, which Wolfson attributes Sadly, the love of his life, Helen, passed in
to the fact that “she always knew what I needed 2014, but his son, Marty Wolfson, says, “Lou
even before I did.” loves his new digs at the magnificent Watercrest
St. Lucie West community. The staff look after his
For over 20 years, Wolfson spent his summers every need, just like Helen did.”
as a swim instructor, teaching over 1,000 children
and adults during this time. Retiring to Florida in Watercrest St. Lucie West Assisted Living and
the late 1980s, the Wolfsons lived in Winter Haven Memory Care offers 102 assisted living and 26
before moving to Port St. Lucie. memory care apartments with resort-style service,
world-class care, diverse culinary experiences and
“Not only was Lou my son’s swimming instruc- lakeside views. Located at 279 NW California Bou-
tor 25 years ago, but Lou’s son, Marty, then taught levard, Watercrest St. Lucie West is just minutes
my son in high school,” says Diann McDonough, from abundant dining, entertainment, and retail
community relations director at Watercrest St. options. To schedule a tour, contact Diann Mc-
Lucie West. “It is truly magnificent how the circle Donough at 772-877-2596. 
of life plays out. I am honored to commemorate
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in May 24, 2018 Edition 1 DEVISE 1 DAPPER
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ers Club. 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. West St. 9 PURPOSE 3 SCOOT
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give “new life” to household recyclables. Have fun 12 TEACAKE 7 SUNSET
learning how to save money and help the environ- 13 CONSIGNMENT 8 GETTOGETHER
ment. The club schedules monthly speakers who 18 UPTIGHT 14 SUGGEST
share information about places to go and things 20 TRUCE 15 NEUTRAL
to see on the Treasure Coast. For more informa- 21 OLIVE 16 RUMOUR
tion about the Port St. Lucie Newcomers Club, 22 EYEBROW 17 PEEWIT
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the start of J. to a 13 Voyaging 71 Villa ally, once
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Curry 86 Surveillance 15 Laid-back hero of
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6 A Q 10 7 4 KJ953
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The Bridge World magazine is edited and published monthly by Jeff Rubens. (I am the 62 A 10 9 8 4
associate editor.) It aims at duplicate players, with lengthy tournament reports, declarer-
play and defense problems, hands that you and your partner can bid and tough bidding SOUTH
decisions with expert analysis. 82
A7
There is also some material for those who are trying to reach this level. This week’s K62
deal is one example. How should South play in six clubs after a trump lead with East KQJ753
following suit?
Dealer: South; Vulnerable: East-West
If North had rebid two hearts, it would have been forcing for one round, so the jump to
three hearts was a splinter bid: good club support, the values for at least game and a The Bidding:
singleton (or void) in hearts. South used Roman Key Card Blackwood, learning that his
partner had three aces and no kings. SOUTH WEST NORTH EAST OPENING
1 Clubs Pass 1 Spades Pass
The secret of success is the strength of the spade spots at South’s command. He 2 Clubs Pass 3 Hearts Pass LEAD:
draws the last trump and plays the spade two to dummy’s ace. Assuming no honor 4 NT Pass 5 Diamonds Pass 2 Clubs
appears, South returns to his hand with a heart to the ace and leads his spade eight, 5 NT Pass 6 Clubs All Pass
planning to cover West’s card as cheaply as possible. Here, though, when West
discards, declarer runs the eight to East’s nine.

Suppose East shifts to his diamond queen. South wins on the board, leads the spade
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THE CHIP AND THE PITCH, AND WHEN TO HIT WHICH Kevin’s
Kures
I was watching a recent golf telecast 1. Chip Shot. A chip shot can be defined be defined as a shot that has more airtime
and a very well-known announcer and as a shot that has more roll than carry. It than ground time. It is also struck with a can avoid cocking and un-cocking your
former mentor of mine was commenting will usually be struck with a 7- or 8-iron. more lofted club, usually a pitching, gap, wrists, which makes your motion simpler
on the action and made somewhat of a It can also be described as a low-trajecto- sand or lob wedge. The pitch shot is usually and easier to repeat.
true and bold statement, saying that “the ry shot of a few inches to a couple of feet played from a position that is a minimum
art of chipping is dead on the PGA Tour.” I above the ground. A chip shot is also played of a minimum of 10 to 15 feet off the edge of Kevin Perkins is a PGA Master Profession-
thought this was a very insightful and true from no more than 10 feet off the edge of the green. Because of this, there’s more re- al and operates his Golf Academy at 76 Golf
comment, as I have also noticed over the the green. The swing for a chip shot is a quired carry time than roll time. The swing World in Stuart. Kevin has authored the golf
past several years that most of the young one-lever motion, which is very similar to is quite different from the chip shot, and is instructional book Golf Everyone, published
touring professionals very often hit the ball the putting motion. You place the shaft on struck using a two-lever motion. The arms by Hunter Textbooks. Kevin may be reached
too high and carry the ball too long when a slightly upright position, place the grip swing and rotate and you allow the wrists at 561-301-3783, email: [email protected],
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What I’d like to discuss is my recommen- tle or no wrist cock. You should also keep creased fringe, bunker or mound that we
dation and encouragement to golfers to the back of the left hand, arm and shaft in a need to carry. The motion is very much that
hit the ball lower and carry the ball short- straight line. Again, this movement is very of an abbreviated full swing.
er distances when you are playing shots much like putting, with the only difference
around the green. The following “Kures” being there is a slight descending blow In conclusion, my advice to all of you
for an improved short game should also through the strike. is to always hit the ball lower and use the
help us navigate the difference between a chip shot method when possible. The lower
chip shot and a pitch shot. 2. Pitch Shot. A pitch shot can usually lofted club will require a shorter swing; you

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