Published: Wednesday, Jul. 08, 2009

Updated: Wednesday, Jul. 08, 2009

Advisory issued for Palma Sola

BRADENTON — The Manatee County Health Department reissued an advisory Tuesday for swimmers and waders to stay out of Palma Sola south beach waters.

Testing found marine water bacterial indicators outside the Florida Department of Environmental Protection guidelines that may pose an increased risk of infectious disease if a person comes in contact with the water.

The advisory will remain in effect until the water is tested again July 13.

The presence of bacteria is an indication of fecal pollution, according to the health department press release, which can come from storm water runoff, pets and wildlife or human sewage.

Elks district leadership

MANATEE — Thomas Dillman, of Bradenton, was installed Tuesday as District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler of the Southwest District of the Florida State Elks Association at Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks 145th Grand Lodge Convention held this week in Portland, Ore.

Dillman, a member of Bradenton Elks Lodge No. 1511, will be responsible as the national representative to work with local lodges in fulfilling the Order’s mission to promote charity and patriotism in their communities.

According to a press release, the national organization of almost 1 million members contributed more than $200 million to support scholarships and educational grants, drug awareness and education programs, and distribution of dictionaries to third graders.

The major projects of the state associations included funding for cancer treatment and research and shelters for domestic violence victims.

Needle felting workshop

PALMETTO — The Manatee County Agricultural Museum has scheduled a needle felting workshop 10 a.m. to noon July 20 at the Carnegie Library, 515 10th Ave. W.

Needle felting uses a dry, barbed needle technique to create projects. Materials are supplied to make two small projects during the workshop. Cost is $29 and must be paid by July 15 since class size is limited.

Contacts are Mandy and Lynn at 723-4991.

— Herald staff reports