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Local
Ban On Outdoor Burning Extended
Church To Visit
Members of the Emer- gency Group Police have ex- tended an emergency order on outdoor burning until at least June 1st. The ban was is- sued at the end of April as a result of dry conditions.
The warm temperatures and dry conditions have re- sulted in numerous wildfires throughout the Tampa Bay
Area.
Under the Executive
Order, the following activities are no longer allowed until further notice:
All outdoor open burning is prohibited. The only excep- tion is burning that has been specifically allowed by the Florida Forest Service.
The ban also prohibits
fireworks and sparklers. Outdoor grilling is al- lowed as long as the flames are contained within a grill or other fireproof container. The fire must be constantly watched and completely ex-
tinguished.
If conditions continue,
the ban can be extended every 7 days.
Orphanage And Conduct
Weddings In Haiti
Athlete Earns First Scholarship In Boys’ Volleyball
BY IRIS B. HOLTON Sentinel City Editor
For the second time, members of the Message of the Cross Church will visit Haiti. Pastor Harrison and First Lady Rachel Smith will lead 4 others on its second visit to Haiti.
The party will visit the country from June 8th until June 13th. During their visit, they will provide assistance to an orphanage they adopted.
But one of the highlights of the trip will be a wedding for several couples. Cur- rently, the members are try- ing to raise “20 Dresses for 20 Brides” for the mass wed- ding. It is planned for June 10th in Port au Prince.
Pastor Harrison is making a special appeal to the community to help with this endeavor. He is asking members of the community to bless the women by pro- viding dresses and gowns for the brides to wear.
“The dresses or gowns must be of formal quality and in excellent condition. Elegant wedding gowns or prom attire will be most ap- preciated. Dresses and gowns of all colors will be ac- cepted (aside from the tradi- tional white), for members of the bridal parties,” he said.
The Message of the Cross
Aaron Oliphant is shown with his mother, Ms. Detra Smith, at the scholarship signing.
BY IRIS B. HOLTON Sentinel City Editor
In 2005, the doors of Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School opened its doors to provide educational opportunities for students in Hillsborough County. The school was founded by re- tired Professional Football Hall of Famer Derrick Brooks and the Edward J. DeBartolo Family.
Since its inception, the school has continued to ex- pand opportunities for its students to excel. At the be- ginning of the 2016-2017 school year, the school launched its inaugural Boys’ Volleyball Program.
Last Wednesday, Aaron Oliphant received an ath- letic scholarship in Men’s Volleyball. The 18-year-old signed with Warner Univer- sity. Coach Steve Benson represented Warner Univer- sity at the signing.
In his first year of play- ing, Oliphant led the team in blocks and earned the team’s MVP Award. In addi- tion to Volleyball, Oliphant’s other interest
Aaron is shown signing the scholarship with Warner Uni- versity Coach Steve Benson beside him. Shown standing from left to right are Coach Mark Mitchell, Head Volleyball Coach Cookie Mitchell, and his mother, Ms. Detra Smith.
Members of the Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School Athletic Staff present at the signing with Aaron Oliphant were on the first row: Aaron Oliphant and Coach Maggie Headley. Shown standing from left to right are: Coach Mark Mitchell, Coach Bill, Head Volleyball Coach Cookie Mitchell, BDCHS Athletic Director Areon Atkinson, Coach Kreizman, Boys’ Varsity Basketball Head Coach Lavel Dumont, Boys’ JV Bas- ketball Head Coach Marcus Byrd.
PASTOR HARRISON AND FIRST LADY RACHEL SMITH
Church is located in Bran- don. It is very active in the community in ministering to anyone in need.
He further said, “Even in the midst of difficult times, it is still possible to share love and light for this most spe- cial day to make it one to re- member for a lifetime.”
Anyone wishing to obtain more information or to do- nate a dress or gown can contact Ms. Angela St. Hi- laire at (954) 243-0479.
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include basketball, graphic design and digital media.
The son of Ms. Detra Smith, the young man is a member of Mount Calvary Seventh Day Adventist Church. He has chosen Com- munications as his major.
Several representatives of Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School were also on hand for the signing. Among them were Athletic Direc-
tor Areon Atkins, Head Volleyball Coach Cookie Mitchell, Assistant Volley- ball Coach Mark Mitchell, Coach Bill, Coach Jessica Kreizman, Boys’ Varsity Basketball Head Coach Lavel Du- mont, Boys’ JV Basketball Head Coach Marcus Byrd, and Coach Maggie Headley, Assistant Athletic Director.
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