Friday, April 19, 2013
Stop by Walgreens in Gulfport on Saturday and receive free oral cancer screenings, skin cancer screenings, and prostate screenings. There will also be free food and drinks at the event.
For the past five years free cancer screenings in Gulfport could have potentially saved dozens of lives. Last year alone, organizer David Hastings says they provided free oral cancer screenings to 200 people and referred 16 for further medical attention. “This is what it’s all about. It’s getting people to have an early detection," Hastings said. A Cancer Survivor Hastings, an oral cancer survivor, started the screenings to help people detect cancer before it's too late. He has been cancer free for about eight years and says he owes his life to his wife and her persistence in getting him to seek medical help. Hastings discovered a lump in his throat, but didn't have any symptoms or pain before he ultimately was diagnosed with stage four …
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Tuesday, May 1, 2012
The third annual free oral cancer screening and newly added PSA blood test lured dozens of people to Gulfport on Saturday.
For the third year in a row, the Walgreen's parking lot served as a mini health fair for those willing to come out. The free event featured oral cancer screenings in 2010 and 2011 and added a simple PSA blood test this year for men. 125 people received oral cancer screenings. Of that group, 10 received referrals to seek additional medical attention. 38 men took part in the free PSA blood draw, which officials said was fantastic. Gulfport resident David Hastings started the free oral cancer screenings in 2010 in order to help people detect cancer before it's too late. Hastings is a cancer survivor and Senior Patient Advocate of the Oral Cancer Foundation. He has been cancer free for about six years and says he owes his life to his wife and …
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Friday, April 27, 2012
The third annual Free Oral Cancer Screening event will also provide free PSA screenings on Saturday, April 28 in the Walgreens parking lot.
"Potentially, we've saved 15 people's lives in this little effort," Organizer David Hastings said. Gulfport resident David Hastings started the free oral cancer screenings in 2010 in order to help people detect cancer before it's too late. In the past two years, he estimates between 150 to 200 people have come out each year. In that time, he says, dentists referred 15 people for additional medical help. Hastings is a cancer survivor and Senior Patient Advocate of the Oral Cancer Foundation. He has been cancer free for about six years and says he owes his life to his wife and her persistence in getting him to seek medical help. Hastings discovered a lump in his throat, but didn't have any symptoms or pain before he ultimately was diagnosed …
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5701 Gulfport Blvd S, Gulfport, FL
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Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Gulfport Patch caught up with Vice Mayor David Hastings Tuesday night. Watch our video to hear how Hastings and Campaign Manager Gina Burke feel about the outcome and moving forward in the City.
According to the unofficial results from the Pinellas County Supervisor of Elections Office, Dan Leitdke received a total of 938 votes and Incumbent David Hastings received 929 votes in Tuesday night's Municipal Elections for the Councilmember Ward 1 race. There will be a machine recount Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the Pinellas County Supervisor of Elections Office in Largo, 13001 Starkey Rd.. The public is welcome to attend. Gulfport Patch will be there and have the latest from the recount.
According to the unofficial results from the Pinellas County Supervisor of Elections, Dan Liedtke pulled ahead in the Ward 1 City Council race by nine votes, with 938 total votes to Incumbent David Hastings' 929 votes.
According to the unofficial results from the Pinellas County Supervisor of Elections, Dan Liedtke received 938 votes in the March 13 Municipal Elections. Incumbent David Hastings recieved 929, nine short of Liedtke's votes. Recount on Wednesday The County Canvassing Board will meet on Wednesday at 1 p.m. for a machine recount for the City of Gulfport Councilmember Ward 1 race. According to councilmember Barbara Banno the public is allowed to attent the recount at the Supervisor of Elections Office in Largo. Gulfport Patch caught up with Dan Liedtke Tuesday night, watch our video to hear more from Liedtke. Gulfport Patch caught up with David Hastings who stated that he's spent a lot of time with the city and perhaps the loss would allow him…
Monday, March 12, 2012
Gulfport Patch asked City Council Candidates David Hastings, Dan Liedtke, Jennifer Salmon and James Perry about several topics, including reserve funds, human rights, city services and more in our weekly series "Candidate Question of the Week."
For several weeks we asked Gulfport City Council Candidates what they thought about the issues facing the city and it's residents. Let's recap our questions which are all included in our "Meet the Candidates" series on Gulfport Patch. Question 1: How can the city and its leaders help lure new businesses to Gulfport? Ward 1 Candidates: David Hastings & Dan Liedtke Ward 3 Candidates: Jennifer Salmon & James Perry Question 2: How have you given back to the community? Ward 1 Candidates: Dan Liedtke & David Hastings Ward 3 Candidates: James Perry & Jennifer Salmon Question 3: Are there underused services in Gulfport? If so, what are they, and how would you promote those services so that they provide a greater benefit to the entire community? …
Here is your Gulfport Municipal Election checklist before heading out to vote. Polls are open Tuesday, March 13, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Election Day Checklist The citywide vote in Gulfport is on Tuesday, March 13, 2012. Voters will choose a council person for Ward 1 and Ward 3 and vote on five amendment questions. Gulfport Patch has attached a sample ballot on this story, courtesy of the City of Gulfport website. The candidates: Ward 1 Ward 3 Where to vote: There are four polling places for this election. The polls are open from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Gulfport Patch has attached a list of polling places by precinct on this story, courtesy of the City of Gulfport website. What to bring: Valid Identification: Ex: Florida Driver's License, Florida ID Card, United States Passport, ect. For a complete list of forms of acceptable identification view this section of the Pinellas County…
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Trinity Church of The Nazarene
1000 55th St S, Gulfport, FL
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5800 15th Ave S, Gulfport, FL
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Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Ward 1 Gulfport City Council candidates David Hastings and Dan Liedtke answer our last Gulfport Patch 'Candidate Question of the Week.'
Voters will head to the polls March 13 to decide who will represent them as Gulfport City Council member for Wards 1 and 3. To help inform the community, Patch will publish a City Council candidate Question of the Week for both wards. Below, you will find the answers for the Ward 1 Candidates: David Hastings and Dan Liedtke. Gulfport Patch Question of the Week: "Why should voters choose you on election day?" David Hastings "First of all, thanks for allowing me to take part in your series of questions building up to this election on Tuesday, March 13th. You have given us an opportunity to connect with the voters of Gulfport and have allowed them to see a glimpse of who the candidates really are. I am here, I am accessible and I am available…
Friday, March 2, 2012
The Gulfport Democratic Club sponsored the third and final candidate forum this political season. Three of the four candidates attended and answered questions ranging from red light cameras to city improvements and more.
Ward 3 Candidates Jennifer Salmon and James Perry and Ward 1 Candidate Dan Liedtke shared their views on dispatch, city improvements, PACE, red light cameras and more during the Gulfport Democratic Club "Meet the Candidates Forum." Ward 1 Candidate David Hastings was unable to attend due to a "medical emergency," according to a Gulfport Democratic Club President Stuart Fraser. Below are a few questions answered during the forum. Questions & Answers If money were not object, what one thing would you do to improve Gulfport? James Perry suggested working on more advertising and creating a venue or sign at the city's entrance to tell people "what's going on down by the beaches. I think we need something out there that points out that there's …
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Gulfport Neighborhood Center
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Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Ward 1 Gulfport City Council candidates David Hastings and Dan Liedtke answer our sixth Gulfport Patch 'Candidate Question of the Week.'
Voters will head to the polls March 13 to decide who will represent them as Gulfport City Council member for Wards 1 and 3. To help inform the community, Patch will publish a City Council candidate Question of the Week for both wards. Below, you will find the answers for the Ward 1 Candidates: David Hastings and Dan Liedtke. This week's question was a user submitted question. Gulfport Patch Question of the Week: "What is an emergency? How will our funds be used when there is an emergency? What will we do when there is an emergency fund shortfall?" Dan Liedtke Dan Liedtke has declined to answer the question on this forum and is asking readers to view his answer in the FAQ section of his website. Based on information from the candidate's …
Cherlene Willis
7:37 am on Tuesday, May 1, 2012
David, thanks so much for catching that. I've changed the caption in the photo! That's awesome that Dr. Thee has volunteered every year! - Cherlene more ›