Family says Boyette's Grove owner is still alive
By TIMES STAFF
Published April 28, 2007
SPRING LAKE
Jim Oleson, the owner of the iconic Boyett's Grove and Citrus Attraction on Spring Lake Highway, is alive, but his family said little else about his condition on Friday. Oleson, 58, was shot once in the chest during a robbery Wednesday afternoon. A family member spoke to reporters at St. Joseph's Hospital in Tampa on behalf of the family, saying they wanted to thank everyone for their words of concern and encouragement. Oleson is listed in critical condition. The Hernando County Sheriff's Office is still seeking the three men involved in the armed robbery. On Friday, the agency released composite sketches of two individuals sought in connection to the incident. The first man is black, 20 to 25 years old, clean shaven and was wearing a white shirt. Authorities also want to question a person of interest, a black man with dreadlocks tied atop his head. Anyone with information can call the anonymous tip line at (352) 797-8477.
BROOKSVILLE
Elks Lodge plans Mother's Day party
Brooksville Elks Lodge will celebrate Mother's Day with a dinner dance at the lodge, 14494 Cortez Blvd. Cocktails will be from 4 to 5 p.m. The dinner entree is Swiss steak or chicken, which will be served at 5 p.m. Music for dancing will be provided from 5 to 8 p.m. All women attending will receive a long-stem carnation. Tickets are $13 and must be purchased by May 5. Call 596-2582.
Today's picks
Antique Car Show and '50s Sock Hop: 3 p.m., VFW Post 9236, 3435 Shoal Line Blvd., Hernando Beach. Free admission. 596-9236.
Hernando Christian Academy presents A Midsummer Night's Dream: 7 p.m., 7200 Emerson Road, Brooksville. Admission is $6. Through Sunday.
Hurricane Expo: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Seacoast Construction, 9067 County Line Road, Spring Hill. Terry, 684-5182.
Night at the Races: Doors open at 6 p.m., post time at 7:30 p.m., Temple Beth David, 13158 Antelope St., Spring Hill. Admission is $5. Diane, 666-2815.
Shakespeare Festival at PHCC: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Pasco-Hernando Community College North Campus, 11415 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Brooksville. Free.
Spring Bluegrass Festival: 1:30 to 11 p.m. today, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sertoma Youth Ranch, Myers Road, south of Spring Lake. Tickets are $20 for today, $12 for Sunday; The cost is $3 daily for ages 12 and younger.
Stage West presents Golden Revue: 8 p.m., Stage West Community Playhouse, 8390 Forest Oaks Blvd., Spring Hill. Tickets are $10. 683-5113.