Nominations sought for Florida Citrus Hall of Fame

By The Tampa Tribune
Published: September 09, 2009

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LAKELAND --

The names of pioneers, harvesters, packers, processors, marketers, scientists and educators who made significant contributions to their profession are being accepted for the Florida Citrus Hall of Fame.

This year's inductees were George Austin of Alva, Jerry Chicone of Orlando, Ben Hill Griffin III of Frostproof and the late D. Victor Knight Sr. of Vero Beach.

Next year's induction ceremonies are scheduled for March 5 at Florida Southern College in Lakeland.

Dec. 1 is the deadline for entries. Nomination forms are available at Florida Citrus Mutual, (863) 682-1111 or at www.floridacitrushalloffame.com.

Completed applications may be e-mailed to: jackson71344@yahoo.com or jewell@flcitrusmutual.com. Hard copies should be sent to Florida Citrus Hall of Fame, PO Box 89, Lakeland, FL33802.

More info: Brenda Eubanks Burnette, (561) 351-4314 or BBurne1003@aol.com.