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Movers for Moms helps survivors of domestic violence

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When moms and their children escape from a dangerous situation at home, they may not have a chance to pack clothing or personal care items, or other belongings.

This is the 11th year that Two Men and a Truck has organized the Movers for Moms Program, with the goal of giving back to mothers in need each Mother’s Day.

During 2018, the program, which operates nationally, collected more than 365,000 items for mothers and their children staying in hundreds of shelters, according to a company news release.

Locally, the Two Men and a Truck franchise will pick up items at a number of collection points, where businesses or other organizations have volunteered to accept donations.

Businesses accepting donations within The Laker/Lutz coverage area are:

  • Chris Black Insurance, 1868 Highland Oaks Blvd., Lutz
  • Cornerstone Air & Plumbing, 4946 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., Land O’ Lakes
  • First in Property Management, 6013 Wesley Grove Blvd., Wesley Chapel
  • First National Bank of Pasco, 13315 U.S. 301, Dade City
  • First National Bank of Pasco, 23613 State Road 54, Lutz
  • Florida Luxury Realty, 24646 State Road 54, Lutz
  • Future Home Realty, 27552 Cashford Circle, Suite 101, Wesley Chapel
  • Mason Title, 27544 Cashford Circle, Wesley Chapel
  • Pasco County Sheriff, 1195 Shops at Wiregrass, Wesley Chapel

Donations will be picked up by Two Men and a Truck during the week of May 6, and will be delivered on May 10 to Sunrise of Pasco County and The Spring of Tampa Bay.

Some of the program’s needs are:

WISH LIST
Curtains and curtain rods

Laundry baskets

Washcloths

Closet organizers

Alarm clocks and wall clocks

Calendars

Nail polish remover

Cotton swabs

Cotton balls

Batteries (AA, AAA,D,9V)

Nail clippers

Flip flops

Electric plug covers

Sponges

Pillowcases

Shower curtains

Blankets

Twin sheets

Twin comforters

Bath towels

PAPER PRODUCTS
Toilet paper

Paper towels

Copy paper

Two pocket folders

Kleenex/tissues

FOOD
Dairy products

Juice

Fruit

Vegetables

CLEANING SUPPLIES
Mops for industrial use

Brooms

Dust pans

Dishwasher detergent

Dishwashing soap

Comet

Bleach

Laundry detergent

Toilet bowl cleaner and brushes

Appliances
Microwave

Toaster

Washer

Dryer

Iron

Blow Dryer

New or gently used clothing

CHILDREN’S NEEDS
Diapers (sizes 3,4,5,6)

Pull-ups

Baby wipes

Baby bottles

Baby/kid shampoo

Kids toothpaste

Kids toothbrushes

Baby lotion

Baby over-the-counter medicine

Thermometers

Diaper rash ointment

Pacifiers

Bibs

Breast pump

Night lights

Breast-feeding pads

MEDICAL NEEDS
Cough/cold medicine

Pepto-Bismol

Alka-Seltzer

Rubbing alcohol

Peroxide

Triple antibiotics

Burn cream

Bandages

Cortisone lotion

Published April 24, 2019

Area events honor veterans on special day

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Veterans Day is Nov. 11, and those who have put on the uniform to serve this country have a full day ahead of them.

Saint Leo University and Two Men and a Truck will deliver items to veterans in local shelters throughout the day Tuesday. The donations will be from a collection drive the school hosted last month including items such as soap, shampoo, shaving cream, razors, toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, towels, sheets, backpacks, blankets and more.

Saint Leo also will have a ceremony honoring veterans at 11 a.m., at the Greenfelder-Denlinger Boardrooms in the school’s student community center, 33701 State Road 52, in St. Leo.

The keynote speaker at that even is U.S. Army retired Col. K. Steven Collier, who founded a technology company in Dade City.

Bayfront Health Dade City and Gulfside Hospice will host a Senior Circle for Veterans Day at 10 a.m., at the hospital, 13100 Fort King Road in Dade City. It will include a pinning ceremony for all veterans in attendance. There also will be a moment of silence, followed by a complimentary lunch. To RSVP, call (877) 362-5321.

The Museum of Science & Industry at 4801 E. Fowler Ave., in Tampa, is offering $5 admission for all active and retired military personnel, emergency medical technicians, firefighters, first responders and police officers. For information, visit MOSI.org.

Tampa Bay Golf and Country Club will host an Armistice Day fundraiser to support troops and the community’s resident veterans. It will have a special recognition for World War II veterans, and include a dinner. For information, call John Benvengo at (917) 754-1726, or email .

Pasco-Hernando State College will host Honor Our Patriots Events on the Spring Hill campus, 450 Beverly Court, Nov. 12 and Nov. 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Military representatives will be on hand to talk about military life and resource groups, with a student veteran panel set for Nov. 12 at noon. All events are free, and information can be found at PHSC.edu/calendar.

Finally, Fifth Third Bank has partnered with the Folds of Honor Foundation to collect and match donations at all 48 of its Tampa Bay-area centers through Nov. 15. The foundation provides scholarships and other assistance to the spouses and children of soldiers killed or wounded in action. The bank will match up to $5,000 locally.

Local Fifth Third Banks are at 1122 Dale Mabry Highway in Lutz, and at 2022 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., in Wesley Chapel.

Saint Leo collecting necessities for veterans in need

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Saint Leo University once again is partnering with Two Men and a Truck, as well as local schools, businesses and other organizations, to collect items critically needed by veterans.

As part of its annual Movers for Military community outreach program, the university and local organizations are accepting essential care items they will distribute to veterans living in local shelters on Veterans Day on Nov. 11.

Collection began on Sept. 29, and continues until Nov. 7, at six collection boxes in high-traffic areas around the East Pasco County campus of Saint Leo. Two other boxes, primarily for the general public, are available in the atrium of the Donald R. Tapia School of Business, and the lobby of the Marion Bowman Activities Center.

The wish list for donations include:

• Soap, shampoo, shaving cream, razors, toothbrushes, toothpaste, mouthwash and deodorant

• Washcloths, towels, sheets and blankets

• Backpacks, sleeping bags, plastic blue tarps, and disposable rain ponchos

• Sneakers, thick socks and winter hats

• Canned food

• Batteries, Band-Aids, baby wipes and insect repellant

For more information on the program, call Kim Payne at Saint Leo at (352) 588-7233, or email him at .

Central Pasco’s Business Expo kicks off Friday

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Food, businesses, and did we mention food?

The Central Pasco Chamber of Commerce’s Community Spotlight Business Expo 2014 kicks off today beginning at 4 p.m., at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Complex.

The annual event helps bring area businesses to the forefront, encouraging residents to “shop local first.” Tables and booths will be set up, introducing and re-introducing them to attendees.

Those coming with an appetite can take part in the Taste of the Town event as the expo continues Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. There various restaurants will showcase popular menu items.

The entire event runs Friday between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The recreation complex is located at 3032 Collier Parkway in Land O’ Lakes.

Sponsors include RPM Printing and Marketing, Medical Center of Trinity, Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point, Benedetto’s Ristorante Italiano, Centennial Bank, Synovus Bank, Sam’s Club, Christian Brothers Automotive, Caroline Contractors, Crew Entertainment, HPH Hospice, Proly Laporte & Mulligan, Two Men and a Truck, and The Laker/Lutz News.

For information, call (813) 909-2722, or visit CentralPascoChamber.com.