August 2015

CURRENT LIGHT

FLASHES

CURRENT LIGHT

FLASHES

West Florida Electric Cooperative Association, Inc. P.O. Box 127 Graceville, FL 32440-0127

ISSUE AUGUST

2015

Read Online www.WestFlorida.coop

VOL

65, NO 8

WFEC: Building on Co-op Strengths Being Good Stewards (page 10)

ALFRED’S TREE SERVICE “Cutting Trees & Cutting Prices”

• Free Estimates • Financing Available • Full Service 24/7 • Licensed & Insured • Up to 50% off Anyone’s Bid

(Hm) 850-526-2180 • (Cell) 850-557-3858

Hwy. 77 Bingo, Inc. Located across the street from Graceville High School

Open 7 Days a Week • Must Be 18 Years Old to Play • Stocked Deli Sessions Start at 7:30 Nightly • Quarter Games Before & After Session • Paper Only - No Machines

COME OUT & JOIN THE FUN! Monday-Thursday: 2:30 - 11:00, Friday: 2:30 - 12:00, Saturday: 11:30-12:00 & Sunday: 1:30-11:00 Friday’s session plays all $250’s • Wednesday Wear Hwy. 77 T-Shirt & Receive a Free Six Pack

www.hwy77bingo.com

INSIDE THIS ISSUE Local Students Tour Nation’s ...pg. 3 Capital Be an Electric Grill Master

...pg. 5

More SEER Means More Savings

...pg. 7

Sweet Summertime Savings ...pgs. 14-15 Local Classifieds

...pgs. 3-17

Community Calendar

...pgs. 17-18

Bruce Sorey, Supervisor of Warehousing inventories transformers & cutouts (inset) at the Graceville District Office

CURRENT LIGHT

FLASHES

Youth Tour Goes to Washington, D.C.!

West Florida Electric Right of Way Clearing Crews will be cutting & trimming right of ways in the following area(s) during the month of

USPS: 702-990 | ISSN: 1042-7767 | VOL 65, NO 8

Current Light Flashes is the official voice of West Florida Electric Cooperative Association, Inc., a member-owned Touchstone Energy® cooperative serving Calhoun, Holmes, Jackson, and Washington counties. It is published and printed in-house monthly in the Graceville office as a service to the Co-op’s members. Periodicals postage is paid at Graceville, Fla. CANDACE CROFT Communications Specialist BRIAN BUCKALEW Printer/Graphic Designer

AUGUST Chipley, Bonifay & Graceville

WFEC Board of Directors

John C.

Myron

PATRICK

HUDSON

District 3 / Vice President

District 9 / President

Attention Members:

Thirty-three students represented electric cooperatives from around Florida on the National Rural Electric Cooperative Youth Tour June 13-18 in Washington, D.C. (Article on next page)

When right-of-way (ROW) crews are trimming in your area, there may be several days between ROW cutting & clean-up crews due to inclement weather, equipment failure or other unforeseen circumstances.

Residential

ontractors

Joe E.

Ellis

NICHOLS

District 8 / Secretary-Treasurer

District 1

Surplus & Salvage of Chipley (850) 638-7353

1600 Hwy. 90 • Chipley, FL 32428

Pole Barn Kits John

Eugene

ADAMS

ALFORD

District 4

District 2

All kits come with galvalume metal. Painted metal is an additional charge. Installation available. Other sizes available upon request.

A. C.

George Clayton

District 5

District 6

Frank E.

Randy

BONDURANT

BUSH

Attorney

District 7

Septic Tanks & Drain Line Installation & Repair Plumbing • Electrical • Dozier • Backhoe • Excavating

Dirt Hauling & Tank Cleaning

Ph: (850) 547-3658

612 W. Hwy. 90 • Bonifay, FL 32425 Licensed & Insured

B A CBKu i lW O O D S dings and Truss LLC.

CBC1257046 backwoodsbuildings@yahoo.com

24x36x10 Installed

Available Any Size x clude Ta Prices In tion! a & Install

30x36x10 Installed

$3,995

Add $250 for color

Add $300 for color

**Prices are for galvalume metal, color metal available for slightly more, call for a free estimate. Prices are for AG kits only, this price does not include engineered drawings or any extra bracing, rebar or permit fees. Special pricing limited to a 75 mile radius of Chipley, FL. Prices subject to change w/o notice. Permitting NOT included.

F R E E E S T I M AT E S !

8 5 0 - 6 7 6 - 4 9 0 3 • 1 24 0 S o u t h B l v d . C h i p l e y , F L

Metal Roofing (Panels Cut to Length) Galvalume: $1.30/ft

Painted: $1.89/ft

MOBILE ATTIC (888) 678-9562

ADVERTISE IN COLOR!!!

Russell

You can call now and purchase this ad size for ONLY $100.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

Executive VP/CEO

Call (850) 263-3231 and ask for Candace or Brian

DUNAWAY

SALES • RENTALS

nc

Large Selection of Carpet, Vinyl Flooring, Laminate, Remnants in Stock!

OWENS

MILES

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24x24 - $1,799 24x36 - $2,199 24x48 - $2,699 24x60 - $3,099 32x36 - $2,699 32x48 - $3,399 32x60 - $4,099

STORAGE CONTAINER

Commercial

Serving the Area for Over 60 Years Rent-All-We have everything you need! Equipment Rentals, Wedding Rentals, Etc.

$3,195 RONE

M iCd d l e b r, oI o.k s

Check us out online!

Strickland Home Builders LLC

6” Seamless Gutters Call for Estimates

(850) 693-4127 customgutterworks.com

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Custom Homes and Additions

Jason Strickland

Certified Contractor Roofing License: RC29027497 Contractor License: CRC1330737

Office: 850 956-4411 Cell: 850 546-0217 jasons1@wildblue.net

ISSUE AUGUST 2015

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Thank You

Community Calendar (cont.)

The family of Zeke Addison Taylor would like to thank everyone for your prayers, love, flowers, food, gifts, donations, and kindness during our time of loss. Zeke will be dearly missed. God Bless you.

The Panhandle Pioneer Settlement, a non-profit, rustic 1800s village complex & tourist facility located in Blounstown, Florida is seeking an individual to fill a vacancy on its board of directors. Candidates who have a business background and who are familiar with all aspects of the state educational system would be very helpful and are encouraged to apply.

Requirements for the position include: attendance at meetings once per month, payment of membership dues $25 per year, active participation on board committees. Interested persons may contact the Pioneer Settlement by phone at 850-674-2777, by fax at 850-674-2778 or send an email to ritasmithpruette@yahoo.com.

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

You can call now and purchase this ad size for ONLY $28.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

Call (850) 263-3231 and ask for Candace or Brian

OLEN BARFIELD Have Sawmill, Will Travel

Efficient & portable bandsaw can cut your trees into lumber on your site with minimal sawdust waste.

638-7105

Bomann Fencing

Agricultural Fencing/Satisfaction Guaranteed For all your fencing needs call

(850) 547-3772 or (850) 768-0641

Notification Statement

Notice is hereby given that the West Florida Electric Cooperative Association, Inc. Board of Trustees regularly meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month, unless special circumstances warrant a change.

Main Business and Publications Offices 5282 Peanut Road Graceville, Florida 32440-0127 (850) 263-3231 or 1-800-342-7400 Subscription Rate Cooperative members, $2.50 per year Non-members, $6.00 per year Change of Address Notices POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Current Light Flashes P. O. Box 127 Graceville, Florida 32440-0127 DISCLAIMER: Although paid advertisements may appear in West Florida Electric (WFEC) publications in print, online, or in other electronic formats, WFEC does not endorse the advertised product, service, or company, nor any of the claims made by the advertisement. WFEC reserves the right to edit or refuse to publish any advertisement.

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Clean It Up! Homemade Cleaners Class Thursday, September 10 from 6-8 p.m.

Holmes County Ag Center, 1173 Hwy. 90, Bonifay Learn how to make inexpensive, effective cleaning products to keep your home and clothes clean and fresh! Registration fee is $5 and includes class materials. Space is limited so pre-registration is required by contacting the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265 or the Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108.

L & D Upholstery • Furniture • Auto • Marine • ATV • Canvas

1401 N. Waukeshaw Ave. Bonifay, FL 32425

Louie Pettis

Gate-Way Security Systems

Deter theft & add security to your home or property at home or away with an automatic gate opener.

Residential or farm applications available.

Installation, Sales, Service & Accessories

(850) 547-0075 (850) 516-1227

Call your area GTO dealer for a quote today!

FULLY INSURED • FREE ESTIMATES

Golf Carts of Chipley

TREE REMOVAL • SMALL TRACK HARVESTING CHIPPER • PRUNING & TRIMMING • AERIAL TRUCK • BOBCAT WORK • HAZARDOUS TREE REMOVAL STUMP REMOVAL • STUMP GRINDING

Morris Earnest 850.849.6199 For more information please visit- www.a1-gates.com

Golf Carts, Accessories, Batteries

A Cut Above

TREE SERVICE LLC

BUS: (850)415-1217 CELL: (850)573-1270

415-0003

GLEN SCOTT

STUMP GRINDINg Best Service

Best Prices

(850) 209-2105

Local Students Tour Nation’s Capital

CLASSIFIEDS

Z

FOR SALE

oee Warren of Alford and Brittany Benton of Grand Ridge were among nearly 1,700 high school students from 43 states who participated in the National Rural Electric Cooperative Youth Tour held June 13-18, 2015, in Washington, D.C. Warren and Benton were sponsored by West Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC) and represented Cottondale High School (Warren) and Sneads High School (Benton).

While in Washington, the students learned first-hand what it is like to be involved in politics, how our government operates and about how and why electric co-ops were formed. One highlight of the trip included meeting their elected representatives in the U.S. House and Senate. They toured Arlington National Cemetery, the Capitol, and Mount Vernon. Students also visited various monuments and memorials including the Viet Nam, Jefferson, Lincoln, Roosevelt and more. While in D.C., they also enjoyed the U.S. Marine Corps Band Sunset Parade; a boat cruise and dance on the Potomac River; and ended their trip by seeing “Newsies” at the Kennedy Center.

In 1964, the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) began coordinating joint WFEC Youth Tour representatives, Brittany Benton (left) & Zoee activities among Warren (right). state delegations and suggested that co-op representatives from each state arrange to be in Washington, D.C. during Youth Tour week. The first year of the coordinated tour included about 400 teens from 12 states.

As word spread, the program grew – and grew and grew to what it is today. WFEC has participated in the Youth Tour program since 1979, sending two students to our nation’s capital each year since. 96938002 The Youth Tour program is open to all high school juniors whose parents or guardians are members of West Florida Electric Cooperative. Each high school within WFEC’s service area selects a representative for the State Youth Tour in the fall of each year. The selected representatives then go on to compete for the two slots available for the National Youth Tour. If you will be a junior during the 2015-2016 school year, see your school’s guidance counselor for more information about the Youth Tour or contact WFEC Youth Tour Coordinator, Candace Croft at ccroft@westflorida. coop.

Marianna, Florida

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

ISSUE AUGUST 2015

Animals/Livestock AKC registered Doberman puppies, 2 males & 2 females, black/tan, first shots & tails docked, parents on premises, $600; 209-1172, Will.

Australian Shepherd puppies, registered, great pets & workers, Blue Merles & Tris; 585-9302.

Beagle/Walker cross dogs, 2 females & 1 male, wormed & first shots, $125, mother & father good trail dogs; 658-6017.

Pheasant & Chucker chicks; quail available late August; 693-1503, Archie Jones.

Basset Hound pups, 2 female & 1 male, lemon color, healthy & ready, $200; 718-8769 or 209-9631, call/ text Raymond before 9 p.m.

Geese, $15 each, only 7 left; 9565090, after 6:00 p.m.

Antiques/Collectibles 1959 AMI juke box stereo, 200 record capacity, great condition & sound, hundred extra records, 78 RPM, $1,800; 209-7028.

Local Telephone Prefixes Alford 579 Altha 762 Bascom/Malone 569 Blountstown 674, 237 Bonifay 547 Caryville 548 Chipley 638, 415 Cottondale 352 Graceville 263

Grand Ridge 592 Greenwood 594 Marianna 482, 526 Ponce de Leon 836 Sneads 593 Sunny Hills 773 Vernon 535 Westville 956

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Antiques/Collectibles (cont.)

Antique syrup kettle, very good condition, $1,000; antique spinning wheel from Germany, excellent condition, $250; 263-4162 or 2091604.

Florida Motor Express Flat Bed Carrier

Small local trucking company looking for

Owner Operators • No forced dispatch • Contracted Freight with FSC • Physical damage group rate avail.

• Fuel cards • Paid weekly • Must have 2 years verifiable OTR experience

Chucky Brinkley, Owner

Raggedy Ann dolls, all sizes; Precious Moments ceramics; 2630169.

gCall: 800-856-0446

Home: (850) 263-1626 Cell: (334) 798-4125

Appliances

“If You’ve Called the Rest • Now Call The BEST

Life-size porcelain dolls; glass end tables; lots of Elvis memorabilia; 1874 Singer treadle cabinet, good working order; 768-9019.

Frigidaire frost-free commercial freezer, white, upright, 3 shelves, door compartments, $100; 5573615.

Wanted (cont.)

Community Calendar

CB Roofing, LLC

Licensed & Insured FL License # RC 0067463

Shingles Metal Roofing Repairs

No job too big or small!

!”

HALL Roofing, Siding & Building, LLC Residential • Commercial

New Construction, Re-Roof, Additions & Repairs Shingle • Metal & More!

Over 16 Years Professional Experience

An Evening of Gospel Music Saturday, August 8 at 7:00 p.m.

Spanish Trail Playouse, Chipley This event will be directed by Jimmy Miller and promises to be an entertaining and uplifting evening. General admission tickets will be sold at the door for $10. “An Evening of Gospel Music” is an annual event sponsored by the Spanish Trail Playhouse and is always played before a sold-out audience. You will want to come early for your seat. Don’t miss this night of excellence!

Beginner’s Pressure Canning Class Thursday, August 13 from 6-9:30 p.m.

New Life Fellowship Assembly of God Church, 695 5th Street, Chipley Participants will learn the basics of pressure canning by canning vegetables.

Registration fee is $5 and includes class materials. Canner gauge testing will also be available. Please bring canner lid with gauge. Space is limited so preregistration is required by contacting the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265 or the Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108.

University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution. For persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations, please contact 638-6265 (TDD, via Florida Relay Service, 800-955-877) at least five working days prior to the class so that proper consideration may be given the request.

5 Years Labor Warranty • Licensed & Insured

ANDY HALL

LC # RC 29027412 RB29003513 Free Estimates • 24 Hour Emergency Service

SIDNEY HALL

Home/Farm

Serving Jackson, Holmes, Washington & Calhoun Counties

12x12 storage building, 4x4 treated runners, 2x6 treated floor, all frame treated roof, metal sides, windows, 4’ wide door on wheels, $2,400; 569-2697.

B rian ’ s H eating & C ooling , I nc .

25x48 pole barn, galvalume metal roof, $2,500, must be moved; 9562075.

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

You can call now and purchase this ad size for ONLY $42.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

Call (850) 263-3231 and ask for Candace or Brian

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850.557.3368 •850.526.8441 • 850.569.2021

“Honesty is Job One”

Water Bath Canning Class Tuesday, August 18 from 6-9 p.m.

New Life Fellowship Assembly of God Church, 695 5th Street, Chipley Participants will learn the basics of safely preserving acidic foods by using the water bath canner. Registration fee is $5 and includes class materials. Space is limited so pre-registration is required by contacting the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265 or the Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108.

Tractor, any make or model w/front end loader, not over 1-year-old, 3540 hp w/7’ harrow & bush hog, all in good shape; 592-2383.

Horses, ponies & mules; 592-2494.

Book, “History of Jackson County, Florida” by J. Randall Stanley, originally published in 1950, will pay reasonable price; 592-4450.

Someone to do housework, 5 days per week, six to eight hours per day; 592-8002, ask for Walt or Mae. Floor buffer & waxing machine; walk-behind drum floor sander; 557-5715.

Canning jars; 768-0473.

FREE Beautiful small kittens; 569-5211.

Serving Washington, Jackson & Holmes Counties

• New Systems • Repair & Maintenance • Free Estimates/Second Opinions on Major Repairs

Lic. #RA0067127

Call: (850) 573-0167 or (850) 548-4750

Brown Pump Repair Turbine Pump Repair

638-9355 or 638-7739 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

CLF Free Ad Policy (Limited to one ad per household) WFEC publishes free classified ads in the Current Light Flashes as a service to its members. The following limitations apply: 1) Ads must be 20 words or less and must be legible, with an active electric account number at the top. 2) Ads exceeding 20 words are subject to elimination. 3) Submit ads to the Graceville office by the 5th of the month to appear in the following month’s issue. (Example: An ad arriving

by Jan. 5 will appear in the Feb. CLF) 4) Ads for services & businesses are not free. Service businesses include, but are not limited to, pet or livestock breeders or stud services, rentals, baby-sitting, etc. 5) Any buying or selling on a regular basis will be considered a business. On-going garage sales & the sale of similar items on a repeated basis do not qualify for free advertising. 6) WFEC may refuse to publish any ad. 7) You may submit your ad online at www.westflorida.coop.

WFEC will not accept ads over the phone.

ISSUE AUGUST 2015

CLF Free Ad Form Please Type or Print Neatly.

Name Acct. # St. Address/P.O. Box City Phone #

For Sale • Wanted • Free • Thank You • Lost (circle one)

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Rec. Vehicles (cont.)

Pop-up camper, sleeps 6, awning, stove, refrigerator, clean, used 3 times; $8,000; 526-5107.

Vehicles 2007 Yukon XL Denali, low mileage, well-maintained, like new, leather interior, custom mats front & rear, new battery, more, $16,500; 7621934.

Be an Electric Grill Master

Great Rate Tree Service, LLC

B

Licensed & Insured

Adam Williams, Owner/Operator Hazardous Tree Removal Aerial Bucket Work Stump Grinding/Removal Trimming/Pruning Bobcat Work Small Tract Land Clearing

Additions • Repairs Remodels

Window Replacements Lic#: RR282811643

Serving Holmes, Jackson & Washington Counties

Owner Chris Krauser

(850) 768-1734

(850) 260-9019

(850) 263-4786

2003 Ford Expedition XLT, cold AC, runs great, $6,000; 263-8100, Mark.

2012 Ford Fiesta SEL, 81,000 miles, excellent condition, pictures & more details on Craig’s List, $10,000; 326-4090.

2001 Honda Accord LX, $2,800, 284,000 miles, new paint, regular maintenance, new timing belt every 50k, very good condition; 850-4470894.

2007 Chevrolet C6500 refrigerated truck, 24’ insulated Kidron box, Carrier cooling unit, excellent truck; 850-703-7810 for more info.

KOHLER POWER ®

EQUIPMENT Now Available at West Florida Electric

WANTED Dependable, cheap car or truck for grandson’s transportation to job & school; 263-4363.

Men & women who would like to start a UKC night hunt club; 5485405, ask for Kenny Crain.

Queen mattress set, $100; full mattress set, $75; 209-7028.

12 cow panels, $30 each; several gates in various sizes; 232-6703.

Gehl 3210 square baler, great condition, shed kept, $5,500 OBO, located in Wausau; 260-1866.

Square bale annual peanut hay; 1981 285 Massey Ferguson tractor, diesel, HP-81 $8,400 OBO, will trade for equal value; 263-3427.

24’x4’ round swimming pool, sand filter, $900; 326-1996 or 727-9921376.

Troy-built XP series electric-start generator, 7,000 watts, 10,500 starting watts, like new, used very little, $975 OBO; 547-2459 or 5471499.

A Company Based on Honesty & Performance

We Buy All Timber Products Pine & Hardwood • Poles • Logs • Pulpwood Alfred L. Long President

Timber Company

Bus: (850) 638-3538 Cell: (850) 326-3838

Email: alfredllong@hotmail.com

GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE

Kohler Model Pro 5.2E - $1293 $75 down & $42.42/month for 36 months Special Introductory Interest Rate of 9.99%

Xtreme Southern Kustomizing

Kohler Model Pro 7.5E - $1403 $75 down & $46.24/month for 36 months Special Introductory Interest Rate of 9.99%

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ecome the Master of the Grill this summer! The weather is warm and most of us are spending as much time as possible outdoors.

We’re camping, swimming, fishing and enjoying the benefits of living in the beautiful Florida Panhandle. Not only are we enjoying these recreational activities, but during the summer months, our thoughts also turn to grilling and cooking outside.

Cooking outdoors is a great way to conserve energy, keeping our homes cooler because we’re not generating heat by using our ovens, but it’s also a great way to spend quality time with the family and create some tasty food.

WFEC sells a variety of Meco electric grills that make it easy to enjoy the barbeque taste your family loves without the hassles of propane or charcoal. Electric grills cost just pennies to operate and never run out of fuel. These grills feature thermostatic controls so you can sear steaks as well as prepare delicate foods like shrimp or vegetables. The non-stick surface of these grills also makes clean-up easy. 87488001 Our model with rotisserie has an added glass window feature so you can conveniently check on your food without opening the lid. These grills are great because they don’t have hot spots and you won’t have to worry about your burgers burning on one side of the grill while they’re still raw on the other.

Check out our selection of Meco grills today. We’re sure to have an affordable model to fit your grilling needs – from our portable lock-n-go to table top model or a cart grill with rotisserie. Prices start at just $59.95!

With an electric grill from WFEC, there’ll be no gas, no charcoal and no wait! Just plug it in and start grilling! Become the master of your grill today by visiting one of our district offices or our website (westflorida.coop) to check out our selection.

Home/Farm (cont.)

Contact Your Local District Office

(850) 263-4861 (850) 849-0046

West Florida Electric

Woodham Rd., Graceville, FL

A Touchstone Energy® Cooperative The power of human connections

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

ISSUE AUGUST 2015

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Home/Farm (cont.)

Hasty

8’ drag harrow; Taylor Pittsburgh 233-DH-96, never used, $350; 5473818.

55 gallon ag sprayer for tractor, like new w/wand& back sprayer, barn kept, used 6 times, $350; 547-4608.

Riding lawn mower; walk-behind lawn mower, $700 for both; 5575715.

Pool pump, Advantage model PBCH15, Whisperflow w/integral basket filter, 1 Speed, 3,450 RPM, 1.5 hp, 115/230V pump w/motor, $150, runs great, albarrs@wfeca.net; 569-5142.

8N Ford tractor; 638-0183.

Massey Ferguson tractor, 35 diesel; Covington planter, lots of other equipment; 638-8031.

Heating & Cooling Don Hawkins • Sales • Service • Installation 4Electrical Electrician Commercial 1050 Main Street 4Refrigeration Chipley, FL 32428 (850) 326-9830 4HVAC hastym@bellsouth.net

CAC1814468 ER0013265 RF0066690 AL03147

Hill’s Tree Service

• Tree Removal • Tree Trimming • Stump Grinding Insured • Free Estimates

593-4455

Bush Well Drilling

Pump Sales & Service • Irrigation Systems • Water Treatment

Mulching, Excavation, Land Clearing Since 1969 • Licensed & Insured

Office:

850-263-8064

• Cell:

850-573-1229

Cumbaa Enterprises • Blountstown, Florida Drive on & pallet scales on premises We also offer roll off services for your scrap metal needs - sizes 10, 20, 30 & 40s (for metal and C&D debris) We Buy: Batteries • Alternators • Radiators • Copper & Brass • Appliances • Aluminum • Air Conditioners • Junk Cars

to re-circulate the water every day to remove debris. Most of it can be removed using a skimmer or vacuum. Longer circulation times don’t necessarily reduce the growth of algae. Using chemicals in the water and scrubbing the walls are the best methods to remove it.

Here’s a great tip to lower your energy consumption: reduce your pool’s filtration time to just six hours per day. If the water doesn’t appear clean, increase the time until it does. Running pool pumps during off-peak hours will also help reduce the co-ops costs. An off-peak time is a time of low demand on the electrical system. In WFEC’s service area, 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. is the best time to run a pool pump.

Installing timers to control the pump’s cycling is also a great way to save.

If debris is a problem in your pool, use a timer that can activate the pump for many short periods of time each day. Several short cycles will keep the pool cleaner. Keeping the intake grates clear of trash and debris is also important. Clogged drains require the pump to work harder, using more energy. 44597004 Choosing the smallest pump and the largest filter suitable for your pool will also help you save. Reduce the hydraulic resistance of the pool’s circulation system whenever possible. Running your pool pump even one hour less per day saves approximately 22 kilowatt-hours per month.

Do you have more questions about your pool and how to save? Visit energy.gov or contact one of West Florida Electric’s energy experts today to find out more.

ALDAY’S Bobcat & Tree Service

21437 S.E. Hayes Ave. • Blountstown 1690 Hwy. 71 South • Marianna Visit our “Pull It” Yard at the Marianna Location “Your Complete Recycler”

(850) 674-6858 or (850) 482-1175 William Crutchfield Enterprises, Inc. • Refrigeration • Heating & Cooling • Ice Machines • Residential/Commercial

License Number: RM14016919

For Service Call: (850) 263-3427 or Cell: (850) 326-0330

TRI-COUNTY CRANE $100 per hour SERVICE Travel one way Commercial & Residential Use

Family Dentistry of Chipley 415-1411 Family Dentistry of Bonifay 547-9290 Most Insurances Accepted New Chipley Location Cosmetic, General & Family Dentistry

• Veneers • Crowns • Dentures • Cleanings • Whitening • Bonding

• Special rates for weekly or monthly rental

(850) 547-3698 • Bonifay

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(850) 209-2501

Owner/Operator (850) 557-7290

Owner/Operator: Wesley Griffin

Land Clearing • Stump Removal • Pond Digging • Dirt Work • Driveways • Demolitions • Tree Removal Insured • Free Estimates

850.557.1966

Dr. Ernie Hooper, Dr. John Wilson, Dr. Brian Parker & Dr. Hilary Whitaker

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

1410-A Brickyard Rd, Chipley ...................................... 415-1411 110 E. North Ave, Bonifay ............................................ 547-9290 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

House near Dothan, built 2006, new inside, 900 square foot, 450 square foot porch, ceramic tile, lots of new cabinets, metal roof, reduced; 9564582.

Recreational Vehicles 1978 Honda Goldwing GL1000, 40,000 original miles, $1,600, will trade for dependable & economical vehicle w/similar value; 547-5957.

2014 Coachman Catalina 32BHDS travel trailer, 32’, 2 slide outs, sleeps 9, outside kitchen, shower & marine grade speakers, too much to list, $27,000; 850-251-3090.

200-Amp Power Pole $269.95 125 - Amp Power Pole $179.95 Delivery & Installation Available Rick Carnley - Lic. # ER-0014361

Florida Meter Pole Company, Inc. Contact Rick at 526-2183 or Anthony Register at 547-5600 Toll Free (888) 593-3415 Day or Night

A & W Excavations

New & Emergency Patients Welcome

• 15 ton 107 ft. boom

Lic# RM0048955

Josh Alday

Stacey Alday

Real Estate (cont.)

You can call now and purchase this size ad for ONLY $56.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

Call (850) 263-3231 and ask for Candace or Brian

ISSUE AUGUST 2015

(850) 638-0790 Fax: (850) 638-8069

Surveying/GIS/Utilities • ALTA/ACSM Land Title Surveys • As-built Surveys • Boundary Surveys • Construction Layout Surveys • Design Surveys • Route Surveys • Foundation Surveys

• GPS Field Data Collection • Hydrographic Surveys • Legal Descriptions • Mean High Water Survey • Plats • Plot Plans • ROW Surveying & Mapping • Topographic Survey

southeasternsurveying.com

McIntosh

Outboard & Small Engine Grand Ridge

Sneads

We buy boats & motors!

(850) 593-0009 • 7524 Old U.S. 90 Ln., Sneads, FL

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Real Estate (cont.)

Sweet Summertime Savings

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Nice 3BR/2BA brick home, on 8-13 ummer is in full swing! You may have noticed a slight increase in your acres, pond, pole barn, sheds & last electric bill due to those warmer temps and that is most likely more, new roof & A/C unit, 3-car because your AC is running full force to keep you comfortable, but carport, Cottondale/Graceville; 596- another culprit could be your pool pump.

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Many pool owners don’t realize it, but their pools are wasting energy. The energy used to operate the cleaning and filtering equipment of a typical 2BR mobile home, furnished, pool for one swimming season can easily equal the energy used to power an excellent condition, many extras, average home for the same period of time.

75x140 lot, Howard’s Creek, FL between 2 boat landings; 638-0986.

4.5 acres, high/dry on dead-end, county-maintained road in SE Washington County, financing available, $19,500; 638-1231.

2BR/1.5BA home, newly remodeled, 40x48 hobby shop, 25x50 barn, logger/trucking company must see opportunity $85,000; 956-2075.

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Hours: M-F: 9-5; Sat: 8:30-12:30 (850) 674-1515 (850) 526-1515 (cell)

18526 State Rd. 20W, Blountstown

On an annual basis, the typical residential in-ground pool can account for one-quarter of a household’s utility bill. That’s approximately $400 per year.

Hot tubs cost just a bit less to operate – about $300 per year. Electricity for above-ground pools runs about $100 per year. 96158003 Your pool pump may be costing you unnecessarily because it is running much longer than necessary. Circulating your pool’s water keeps the chemicals mixed and removes debris. As long as the water circulates while the chemicals are added, they should remain mixed, so it is not necessary

If It Won’t Burn...We’ll Probably Buy It! Scrap Metal & Prepared Steel We Now have drive-on scales!

We also have 20 & 30 yard drop off containers for metal only We Buy Cars, Trucks & Equipment Competitive Prices

We Buy the Following & More...

• Junk Cars • Copper & Brass • Aluminum • Air Conditioners • Lead • Stainless Steel • Insulated Wires • Radiators • Alternators • Batteries

Clean up the Country side. Turn your Trash into Cash!

Take Hwy. 90 to Grand Ridge, South on Hwy. 69 to Shady Grove (69A) and turn left, we are the first drive on the left.

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very summer as the temperature and air conditioner usage rises, so do questions about energy costs. Although as much as half of the energy used in your home goes to heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), it is sometimes tough to consider the long-term payback of a more energy efficient HVAC unit.

As a result, West Florida Electric has a heat pump rebate program which includes rebates to members who upgrade their heat pumps to a more efficient model. The program is our way of rewarding your efforts to be more energy efficient.

Air conditioners are measured by Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER). SEER is calculated by dividing the amount of cooling provided during a normal year by energy used. Regardless of your HVAC unit’s current SEER rating, when it is needed, replacing your unit with one rated higher can bring lower energy costs – as much as 5 percent to 10 percent on cooling costs, as long as everything is installed correctly. 91489002 To take advantage of the program, your new unit must be sized properly. A Manual J calculation must be performed by a certified licensed HVAC contractor or a WFEC Energy Services Representative. This load calculation is mandatory to participate in the rebate program. Rebates of $100/ton are available for 13-14 SEER units, but are only payable on this size for manufactured homes in lieu of or replacement of electric furnaces; rebates for 15 SEER units are $150/ton and 16 SEER or greater are $200/ton. Rebates are also available on geothermal heat pumps.

Of course, the higher the SEER, the higher the initial investment.

That’s why WFEC’s rebates to members who upgrade their heat pumps to a more energy efficient air-source or geothermal model make a big difference. If you have an older unit that needs to be replaced, why not upgrade today and start enjoying savings?

Call us at (800) 342-7400 or visit westflorida.coop for more information.

Home/Farm (cont.)

Pensacola Bahia hay, 5’D x 4’W rolls, net wrapped, barn stored, $45/ roll; 785-6345.

Miscellaneous MT220 boy’s trek bike, red, needs some work, $30; 263-4706.

1983 Nissan long bed, $1,200; 12’ Alumacraft boat w/trailer, $650; 547-2729.

Gun, 30/30 Marlin w/Leupold 4x scope & leather strap, $400; 1 box Winchester 30-30, 20 rounds, $20; 703-282-5339.

Four tires & rims for a Nissan Versa, $40 for all; 263-4706.

One tire, size STZ045OR20, new; 373-6171.

Five-string banjo, generic, $125, no Saturday calls; 535-2972.

Taurus 38 special pistol, $175; old Western DVDs; 592-1266.

Chevrolet/GMC 1500 Suburban third row seat, gray leather, in like new condition, $100 OBO, includes headrest & seat belts; 592-4450.

Bike rack, mounts on SUV hatch lid/car trunk, like new, $40; designer red paisley mats for 2005-2006 VW Bug, $25; 592-9285.

Wright’s Recycling • 1928 Edenfield Dr. • Grand Ridge, FL • (850) 592-2634 PAGE 14

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Miscellaneous (cont.)

Lawn ornament, 4’9”, cement alligator, painted in natural colors, $50; 638-0502.

White bird cage, never used, 3’high x 1 3/4’ wide, matching stand, 1 3/4’ x 1 3/4’, good for cockatiel, $150; 638-8109.

Australian saddle, black, 16”, some repair work needed on padding & cinches, $85 OBO; 674-7716.

Tip of the Month Periodically inspect your dryer vent to ensure it is not blocked. This will save energy and may prevent a fire. Manufacturers recommend using rigid venting material – not plastic vents that may collapse and cause blockages.

Celebrating Our 10th Year Serving All Your Seamless Gutter Needs

Quality Seamless Gutters • Modern Equipment • Quality Materials • Many Colors to Choose From • Materials and Workmanship Warranty • Owner Operated-Professional Installation

FREE ESTIMATES (850) 209-5757 Licensed & Insured

Real Estate (cont.)

1.25 acre lot, surveyed & cleared 3-years-ago, $4,800 owner finance or $3,000 cash, buyer pays all closing costs; 850-373-6225.

Hunt or fish camp at FL. River, Larkin Landing, 80x100 lot w/older mobile home, 2BR/1.5BA, high & dry, $30,000; 579-4317 or 8661965.

&vision

License #RC29027142 & License #RB29003143

J&J Neel Construction, Inc.

1001 USES

New Comfort Height Toilet $299 installed

Portable Buildings, Carports & Garages Mobile Home & RV Supplies

850-526-3797 4673 HIGHWAY 90 E.

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Now Installing Septic Systems

• New Installation • Repair • Remodeling • Maintenance • Drain Cleaning FL - CFC1425994

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Take Out Your Tub & Install a Shower from $1795

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10% Senior Citizen Discount General Landscaping Property Management House Pressure Washing & Cleaning FREE Scrap Metal Removal

850-326-6558

2321 Dilmore Rd., Cottondale, FL 32431

We have be en in busi ness for over 35 years!

850-352-4407 or 4360

Beef, Pork, Chicken, Fish & Frozen Vegetables

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850.726.0415

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From Cottondale going South on Hwy. 231 - Turn Right on Dilmore Rd. - 1.5 m. on Left

Lucas N. Taylor, P.A.

Garrett Grimsley, Sandy Spear, Wesley Whitaker, Debbie Moxley & Debbie Arnold

Attorney at Law Estate Planning Probate Real Estate Guardianships Personal Injury

C 1012 M S.

(850) 638-7892

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4701 H 90 (850) 526-4411

B 300 N. W S.

(850) 547-3624

(850) 547-7301

EQUAL HOUSING

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122B South Waukesha Street • Bonifay, FL 32425

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4198B Lafayette St., Marianna • 482-8511

of strength

We do custom killing hogs & cattle.

Also, processing of your domestic & wild game - hogs, etc... Call for details!

We now offer Vacuum Packaging of your meat products.

Call for details

HEALTH FOODS

Natural Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs, Grains, Personal Care Products

history

263-4744 • 971 6th Ave., Graceville

Free Pressure Washing Estimate

Beulah Land

Carpet • Paint • Feed & Seed Vinyl Flooring • Ceramic Tile Free Estimates

(Across from CVS)

Hector 24 HR Service

• • • • •

Bush Paint & Supply

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

ISSUE AUGUST 2015

www.ffbf.com

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(850) 263-3225

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Real Estate (cont.)

3BR/2BA brick home, carport w/ storage, new carpet in BRs, tile throughout home, new paint, on 2+ acres in Greenwood; 209-3160.

Everyone’s turning to Kubota.

We are now looking for everyone to send us in their personal recipes. We have run low on your submissions and would like to invite everyone to send us your best ones. You can email them to clf@westflorida.coop with “Recipe” in the Subject line, or mail them in to:

West Florida Electric Cooperative

c/o CLF Recipes

PO Box 127

Graceville, FL 32440-0127

Zero-turn Mowers Durable heavy-duty decks. Shaft-drive mower and transmission.

Hydraulic deck lift for easier maintenance.

No wonder so many turf pros and homeowners are turning to Kubota zero-turn mowers.

Available in diesel and gasoline models.

33+ acres, including 2 Compass Lake in the Hills lots, 30 acres outside Hills, excellent hunting, pond/stream, $2,700/acre, will not divide; 209-7192.

24x40 doublewide mobile home, great shape, must be moved; 850527-5183 or 260-6284.

Fred O’Neal II

O’Neal’s Dozer Service, Inc. since

5003 Hwy. 90 Marianna, FL 32446 (850) 526-2257

20-Years Limited Warranty 21 Colors to Choose From

Home: (850) 762-8387 • Cell: (850) 832-1489

www.kubota.com

(850) 593-0009

Mobile Home Power Pole

©Kubota Tractor Corporation, 2008

Jackson Farm Well Services Patrick Jackson

850-592-9530 or 850-573-6623

WATKINS PLUMBING, INC. • 24 Hr. Emergency Service • Reasonable Rates • Excellent Service • Specializing in Service Repair

Licensed & Insured • Lic. # RF11067251 Serving all of Jackson & Washington Counties

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SURVEYOR

Florida Licensed Surveyor since 1969

100 amp $19995 200 amp $29995

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with 2-0 copper wire, ground rod & main breaker Ask about delivery

Sunny South Properties 4630 Hwy 90 Marianna, FL 32446 850.209.8039 • Fax: 850.482.7378 debbieroneysmith@embarqmail.com

Roger Lonsway Home Office: 638-7412

1977

Land Clearing • Rootraking • Road Building • Ponds Demolition

Panhandle Tractor, Inc. AFFORDABLE SEAMLESS GUTTERS

Three pallets of stone, left over from 2008 home construction of interior/exterior stone fireplace, $200; 814-0562, Orange Hill area.

Custom cargo trailer w/carpenter tools, too many to list, trailer painted black & chrome; 956-2075.

Multiple Listings Macaw bird cage, black, 5’6”x3’; doll clothes; waterbed, headboard & 2 night stands, light oak; 263-0169.

Small cottage, nice for young or older couple, 1BR frame house, 50x15 corner lot, Alford, $25,000 cash; 272-7197.

Gary McIntosh

Miscellaneous (cont.)

SUBMIT YOUR RECIPE

TATUM’S HARDWARE Hwy. 71 Marianna

(850) 482-5513

Ag Sprayers Sprayer Repair Parts Baler Twine

New 20 gallon bladder tank jet, $125; 1 hp Sta-Rite pump, $400; air control valve, $25; cut-off valve, $25; 263-4426.

Antique punch bowl w/cups, $25; prom/pageant dresses, $75; chairs, $15; working color TV, $10; wicker baskets, $5; 547-5019.

Panhandle Land Title, LLC Serving all of Florida

Buying or Selling a home or vacant land?

Refinancing your home? Let us Help!

Give us a call today!

(850) 547-2025

124 E. Virginia Avenue, Bonifay, Florida

Debbie Roney Smith Full Time Realtor working the Panhandle of Florida

Mobile: 260-5438

CURRY FARMS Dozer & Excavation Work

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Westville, Florida (New Hope) Jody Curry

(850) 239-0128 Cell (850) 956-9984 Home

Land Clearing • Dirt Work • Pond Digging Driveways • We Haul Dirt • House Pads CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Panhandle Pump Repair & Filtration Service What’s in YOUR Water?

John White Owner

3024 Firefly Lane Vernon, FL 32462 ISSUE AUGUST 2015

40 Years Experience License #2252

Home: (850) 535-1121 Office: (850) 535-9952 Cell: (850) 260-2204

Adam’s Tree Service, llc Family Owned and Operated with 20 Years Experience

Tree Removal / Hazardous Tree Removal Trimming / Pruning Bobcat Work • Fully Insured • FREE Estimates

(850) 547-5001 or (850) 596-8767 PAGE 9

Multiple Listings (cont.)

Responsible ordering of supplies and materials also plays an important role in being Machinist, carpentry & electrical Being Good Stewards good stewards. The cooperative tools; Bissler photo enlarger plus is careful to keep an adequate stabilizer & equipment; 579-3970. s a member of West supply of building materials and Florida Electric other supplies on hand, while Registered barrel horse, 9-yearsCooperative (WFEC), not overstocking the facilities old; horse, harness, cart, wagon; you have a say in how the in the process. According to black/tan coon dogs; gentle trail cooperative is run – you vote for Bruce Sorey, Supervisor of horse for children; saddles, tack; and elect representatives from the Warehousing, he makes sure 592-2494. membership to represent you on to keep an eye on items like a Board of Trustees. By electing arrestors and switches that are 26” women’s Roadmaster Mountain them, you’ve put your confidence used a lot and might be in highFury bike, excellent condition, in these nine representatives and demand during storm season $60; antique upright Star piano, have bestowed upon them certain by other cooperatives, counting 100-years-old, $150 OBO; 592responsibilities. One of those them each week and making a 4740. responsibilities is to be good note to re-order as needed. stewards of the cooperative’s “I try to have what the Electric hospital bed, $400; resources. linemen need on-hand when Invacare patient lift, $400; 592 To uphold this responsibility, they need it,” Sorey said.

8845. that board has put people and Maintaining a system of policies in place to do just checks and balances and adhering Wheelchair lift, $600 OBO; Jazzy that. One such policy relates to the co-op’s policies and electric wheelchair, new battery, to any purchase made by the procedures - from its employees, charger, $600 OBO; 593-6986.

Martha Benton, Supervisor of Purchasing, receives a price quote on an item to be purchased for the co-op. cooperative. This policy says that to its purchasing policies, and the cooperative will at all times inventory system - helps ensure seek the lowest price available for all purchases of goods, services, materials, the responsible management of all the resources the cooperative possesses. supplies, equipment, vehicles and contracts using standards established by The Board of Trustees adopts new policies and revises procedures as the Rural Electrification Administration. necessary to ensure those resources are protected and remain available for This means that every purchase totaling over a certain dollar amount has Tri-County Gas future use.

S ervice , I nc . to be sent through an approval process. Depending on the total amount Tri-County Gas “Home Folks of the purchase, it must receive the go ahead from managers, department S ervice , I nc .

Serving Home Folks” heads and/or the Executive Vice President & CEO, Russell Dunaway, and sometimes, the Board of Trustees before it can be bought. The cooperative F A Y P N 415 S. Waukesha St., Bonifay has its own department that handles purchasing and bidding out goods and 547-3696 services and they follow these guidelines exactly. 36165002 #RM0048955 WFEC hosted a continuing Another way cooperative staff manages its resources is by doing inventory education class for local contractors along with the on a quarterly basis. The cooperative’s warehouse facilities house all the Tri-County Home Builders construction materials and supplies that are used every day to build and Association on Thursday, ibbs oncrete maintain the electric distribution system. During this quarterly inventory, a June 11. Contractors were • Driveways • Sidewalks physical count of all of those materials and supplies is done. able to earn 14 continuing education hours during the

It takes the staff in our Graceville warehouse facility at least two days to •House Slabs day-long class. In the photo to complete their count. Once each warehouse facility completes their count, • Pool Decks • Patios the left, John Thornton, Derek they are sent to our headquarters office in Graceville and entered into the Chadwell, Rhonda Byrd-Lee • Pole Barns (Slabs & Installation) cooperative’s accounting system. After the numbers have been entered, the and class instructor, Bo Creel accounting program generates an inventory book count (what we say we Licensed & Insured take a look at the updated Florida Energy Code manual. have). This figure is compared to the physical count (what we actually have) and reconciled.

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Magnum mulcher head for skid steer, used 100 hours, $15,000; 762-9513.

Emerson microwave; Brother sewing machine; color TV; commercial rug shampooer; Hoover vacuum; post hole digger; clothes; toys; misc.; 768-0528.

Two queen beds; 2 night stands; 2 220 ACs; round wood dining table, 3 chairs; inside mobile home doors; mirrors; 768-2092.

30 hp Mariner outboard motor; 6’ house brand bush hog for tractor; 769-6698 or 819-6575.

Antique upright piano & bench, marble top dining table round, vintage armoire, sofa table, rocking chairs, dresser; 849-5105.

Real Estate Really nice 2BR/2BA home, private lake, newer metal roof, landscaped, large trees, flowers, screened porch, fenced, carports, paved road; 813205-7740.

Brock’s Equipment Service Cottondale • (850) 579-4863 Cell • (850) 573-1863

Excavator, Dozer & Dump Truck Service Land Clearing, Pond Building, Demolition, Site Preparation, Ditch Work, Tree & Debris Removal, Sand & Top Soil

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Multiple Listings (cont.)

Responsible ordering of supplies and materials also plays an important role in being Machinist, carpentry & electrical Being Good Stewards good stewards. The cooperative tools; Bissler photo enlarger plus is careful to keep an adequate stabilizer & equipment; 579-3970. s a member of West supply of building materials and Florida Electric other supplies on hand, while Registered barrel horse, 9-yearsCooperative (WFEC), not overstocking the facilities old; horse, harness, cart, wagon; you have a say in how the in the process. According to black/tan coon dogs; gentle trail cooperative is run – you vote for Bruce Sorey, Supervisor of horse for children; saddles, tack; and elect representatives from the Warehousing, he makes sure 592-2494. membership to represent you on to keep an eye on items like a Board of Trustees. By electing arrestors and switches that are 26” women’s Roadmaster Mountain them, you’ve put your confidence used a lot and might be in highFury bike, excellent condition, in these nine representatives and demand during storm season $60; antique upright Star piano, have bestowed upon them certain by other cooperatives, counting 100-years-old, $150 OBO; 592responsibilities. One of those them each week and making a 4740. responsibilities is to be good note to re-order as needed. stewards of the cooperative’s “I try to have what the Electric hospital bed, $400; resources. linemen need on-hand when Invacare patient lift, $400; 592 To uphold this responsibility, they need it,” Sorey said.

8845. that board has put people and Maintaining a system of policies in place to do just checks and balances and adhering Wheelchair lift, $600 OBO; Jazzy that. One such policy relates to the co-op’s policies and electric wheelchair, new battery, to any purchase made by the procedures - from its employees, charger, $600 OBO; 593-6986.

Martha Benton, Supervisor of Purchasing, receives a price quote on an item to be purchased for the co-op. cooperative. This policy says that to its purchasing policies, and the cooperative will at all times inventory system - helps ensure seek the lowest price available for all purchases of goods, services, materials, the responsible management of all the resources the cooperative possesses. supplies, equipment, vehicles and contracts using standards established by The Board of Trustees adopts new policies and revises procedures as the Rural Electrification Administration. necessary to ensure those resources are protected and remain available for This means that every purchase totaling over a certain dollar amount has Tri-County Gas future use.

S ervice , I nc . to be sent through an approval process. Depending on the total amount Tri-County Gas “Home Folks of the purchase, it must receive the go ahead from managers, department S ervice , I nc .

Serving Home Folks” heads and/or the Executive Vice President & CEO, Russell Dunaway, and sometimes, the Board of Trustees before it can be bought. The cooperative F A Y P N 415 S. Waukesha St., Bonifay has its own department that handles purchasing and bidding out goods and 547-3696 services and they follow these guidelines exactly. 36165002 #RM0048955 WFEC hosted a continuing Another way cooperative staff manages its resources is by doing inventory education class for local contractors along with the on a quarterly basis. The cooperative’s warehouse facilities house all the Tri-County Home Builders construction materials and supplies that are used every day to build and Association on Thursday, ibbs oncrete maintain the electric distribution system. During this quarterly inventory, a June 11. Contractors were • Driveways • Sidewalks physical count of all of those materials and supplies is done. able to earn 14 continuing education hours during the

It takes the staff in our Graceville warehouse facility at least two days to •House Slabs day-long class. In the photo to complete their count. Once each warehouse facility completes their count, • Pool Decks • Patios the left, John Thornton, Derek they are sent to our headquarters office in Graceville and entered into the Chadwell, Rhonda Byrd-Lee • Pole Barns (Slabs & Installation) cooperative’s accounting system. After the numbers have been entered, the and class instructor, Bo Creel accounting program generates an inventory book count (what we say we Licensed & Insured take a look at the updated Florida Energy Code manual. have). This figure is compared to the physical count (what we actually have) and reconciled.

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Multiple Listings (cont.)

Magnum mulcher head for skid steer, used 100 hours, $15,000; 762-9513.

Emerson microwave; Brother sewing machine; color TV; commercial rug shampooer; Hoover vacuum; post hole digger; clothes; toys; misc.; 768-0528.

Two queen beds; 2 night stands; 2 220 ACs; round wood dining table, 3 chairs; inside mobile home doors; mirrors; 768-2092.

30 hp Mariner outboard motor; 6’ house brand bush hog for tractor; 769-6698 or 819-6575.

Antique upright piano & bench, marble top dining table round, vintage armoire, sofa table, rocking chairs, dresser; 849-5105.

Real Estate Really nice 2BR/2BA home, private lake, newer metal roof, landscaped, large trees, flowers, screened porch, fenced, carports, paved road; 813205-7740.

Brock’s Equipment Service Cottondale • (850) 579-4863 Cell • (850) 573-1863

Excavator, Dozer & Dump Truck Service Land Clearing, Pond Building, Demolition, Site Preparation, Ditch Work, Tree & Debris Removal, Sand & Top Soil

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Real Estate (cont.)

3BR/2BA brick home, carport w/ storage, new carpet in BRs, tile throughout home, new paint, on 2+ acres in Greenwood; 209-3160.

Everyone’s turning to Kubota.

We are now looking for everyone to send us in their personal recipes. We have run low on your submissions and would like to invite everyone to send us your best ones. You can email them to clf@westflorida.coop with “Recipe” in the Subject line, or mail them in to:

West Florida Electric Cooperative

c/o CLF Recipes

PO Box 127

Graceville, FL 32440-0127

Zero-turn Mowers Durable heavy-duty decks. Shaft-drive mower and transmission.

Hydraulic deck lift for easier maintenance.

No wonder so many turf pros and homeowners are turning to Kubota zero-turn mowers.

Available in diesel and gasoline models.

33+ acres, including 2 Compass Lake in the Hills lots, 30 acres outside Hills, excellent hunting, pond/stream, $2,700/acre, will not divide; 209-7192.

24x40 doublewide mobile home, great shape, must be moved; 850527-5183 or 260-6284.

Fred O’Neal II

O’Neal’s Dozer Service, Inc. since

5003 Hwy. 90 Marianna, FL 32446 (850) 526-2257

20-Years Limited Warranty 21 Colors to Choose From

Home: (850) 762-8387 • Cell: (850) 832-1489

www.kubota.com

(850) 593-0009

Mobile Home Power Pole

©Kubota Tractor Corporation, 2008

Jackson Farm Well Services Patrick Jackson

850-592-9530 or 850-573-6623

WATKINS PLUMBING, INC. • 24 Hr. Emergency Service • Reasonable Rates • Excellent Service • Specializing in Service Repair

Licensed & Insured • Lic. # RF11067251 Serving all of Jackson & Washington Counties

OD

(850) 263-9796

West Florida Turf SOD

S Centipede • St. Augustine • 419 Bermuda Centipede Seed

On the FarmDelivered or Installed 850-638-4860 • Cellular 415-0385 Est. 1980

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SURVEYOR

Florida Licensed Surveyor since 1969

100 amp $19995 200 amp $29995

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Sa

with 2-0 copper wire, ground rod & main breaker Ask about delivery

Sunny South Properties 4630 Hwy 90 Marianna, FL 32446 850.209.8039 • Fax: 850.482.7378 debbieroneysmith@embarqmail.com

Roger Lonsway Home Office: 638-7412

1977

Land Clearing • Rootraking • Road Building • Ponds Demolition

Panhandle Tractor, Inc. AFFORDABLE SEAMLESS GUTTERS

Three pallets of stone, left over from 2008 home construction of interior/exterior stone fireplace, $200; 814-0562, Orange Hill area.

Custom cargo trailer w/carpenter tools, too many to list, trailer painted black & chrome; 956-2075.

Multiple Listings Macaw bird cage, black, 5’6”x3’; doll clothes; waterbed, headboard & 2 night stands, light oak; 263-0169.

Small cottage, nice for young or older couple, 1BR frame house, 50x15 corner lot, Alford, $25,000 cash; 272-7197.

Gary McIntosh

Miscellaneous (cont.)

SUBMIT YOUR RECIPE

TATUM’S HARDWARE Hwy. 71 Marianna

(850) 482-5513

Ag Sprayers Sprayer Repair Parts Baler Twine

New 20 gallon bladder tank jet, $125; 1 hp Sta-Rite pump, $400; air control valve, $25; cut-off valve, $25; 263-4426.

Antique punch bowl w/cups, $25; prom/pageant dresses, $75; chairs, $15; working color TV, $10; wicker baskets, $5; 547-5019.

Panhandle Land Title, LLC Serving all of Florida

Buying or Selling a home or vacant land?

Refinancing your home? Let us Help!

Give us a call today!

(850) 547-2025

124 E. Virginia Avenue, Bonifay, Florida

Debbie Roney Smith Full Time Realtor working the Panhandle of Florida

Mobile: 260-5438

CURRY FARMS Dozer & Excavation Work

Cla

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Westville, Florida (New Hope) Jody Curry

(850) 239-0128 Cell (850) 956-9984 Home

Land Clearing • Dirt Work • Pond Digging Driveways • We Haul Dirt • House Pads CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Panhandle Pump Repair & Filtration Service What’s in YOUR Water?

John White Owner

3024 Firefly Lane Vernon, FL 32462 ISSUE AUGUST 2015

40 Years Experience License #2252

Home: (850) 535-1121 Office: (850) 535-9952 Cell: (850) 260-2204

Adam’s Tree Service, llc Family Owned and Operated with 20 Years Experience

Tree Removal / Hazardous Tree Removal Trimming / Pruning Bobcat Work • Fully Insured • FREE Estimates

(850) 547-5001 or (850) 596-8767 PAGE 9

Miscellaneous (cont.)

Lawn ornament, 4’9”, cement alligator, painted in natural colors, $50; 638-0502.

White bird cage, never used, 3’high x 1 3/4’ wide, matching stand, 1 3/4’ x 1 3/4’, good for cockatiel, $150; 638-8109.

Australian saddle, black, 16”, some repair work needed on padding & cinches, $85 OBO; 674-7716.

Tip of the Month Periodically inspect your dryer vent to ensure it is not blocked. This will save energy and may prevent a fire. Manufacturers recommend using rigid venting material – not plastic vents that may collapse and cause blockages.

Celebrating Our 10th Year Serving All Your Seamless Gutter Needs

Quality Seamless Gutters • Modern Equipment • Quality Materials • Many Colors to Choose From • Materials and Workmanship Warranty • Owner Operated-Professional Installation

FREE ESTIMATES (850) 209-5757 Licensed & Insured

Real Estate (cont.)

1.25 acre lot, surveyed & cleared 3-years-ago, $4,800 owner finance or $3,000 cash, buyer pays all closing costs; 850-373-6225.

Hunt or fish camp at FL. River, Larkin Landing, 80x100 lot w/older mobile home, 2BR/1.5BA, high & dry, $30,000; 579-4317 or 8661965.

&vision

License #RC29027142 & License #RB29003143

J&J Neel Construction, Inc.

1001 USES

New Comfort Height Toilet $299 installed

Portable Buildings, Carports & Garages Mobile Home & RV Supplies

850-526-3797 4673 HIGHWAY 90 E.

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Now Installing Septic Systems

• New Installation • Repair • Remodeling • Maintenance • Drain Cleaning FL - CFC1425994

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Take Out Your Tub & Install a Shower from $1795

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HANDY MAN SERVICE

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DILMORE MEATS

10% Senior Citizen Discount General Landscaping Property Management House Pressure Washing & Cleaning FREE Scrap Metal Removal

850-326-6558

2321 Dilmore Rd., Cottondale, FL 32431

We have be en in busi ness for over 35 years!

850-352-4407 or 4360

Beef, Pork, Chicken, Fish & Frozen Vegetables

Open Tues - Sat 7 til 5 Closed Sun & Mon

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• House • Businesses • Driveways • Decks • Patios

850.726.0415

for the future

From Cottondale going South on Hwy. 231 - Turn Right on Dilmore Rd. - 1.5 m. on Left

Lucas N. Taylor, P.A.

Garrett Grimsley, Sandy Spear, Wesley Whitaker, Debbie Moxley & Debbie Arnold

Attorney at Law Estate Planning Probate Real Estate Guardianships Personal Injury

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We do custom killing hogs & cattle.

Also, processing of your domestic & wild game - hogs, etc... Call for details!

We now offer Vacuum Packaging of your meat products.

Call for details

HEALTH FOODS

Natural Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs, Grains, Personal Care Products

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263-4744 • 971 6th Ave., Graceville

Free Pressure Washing Estimate

Beulah Land

Carpet • Paint • Feed & Seed Vinyl Flooring • Ceramic Tile Free Estimates

(Across from CVS)

Hector 24 HR Service

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Bush Paint & Supply

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

ISSUE AUGUST 2015

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Real Estate (cont.)

Sweet Summertime Savings

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Nice 3BR/2BA brick home, on 8-13 ummer is in full swing! You may have noticed a slight increase in your acres, pond, pole barn, sheds & last electric bill due to those warmer temps and that is most likely more, new roof & A/C unit, 3-car because your AC is running full force to keep you comfortable, but carport, Cottondale/Graceville; 596- another culprit could be your pool pump.

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Many pool owners don’t realize it, but their pools are wasting energy. The energy used to operate the cleaning and filtering equipment of a typical 2BR mobile home, furnished, pool for one swimming season can easily equal the energy used to power an excellent condition, many extras, average home for the same period of time.

75x140 lot, Howard’s Creek, FL between 2 boat landings; 638-0986.

4.5 acres, high/dry on dead-end, county-maintained road in SE Washington County, financing available, $19,500; 638-1231.

2BR/1.5BA home, newly remodeled, 40x48 hobby shop, 25x50 barn, logger/trucking company must see opportunity $85,000; 956-2075.

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Scissor Sharpening & All Kirby Parts & Supplies

Hours: M-F: 9-5; Sat: 8:30-12:30 (850) 674-1515 (850) 526-1515 (cell)

18526 State Rd. 20W, Blountstown

On an annual basis, the typical residential in-ground pool can account for one-quarter of a household’s utility bill. That’s approximately $400 per year.

Hot tubs cost just a bit less to operate – about $300 per year. Electricity for above-ground pools runs about $100 per year. 96158003 Your pool pump may be costing you unnecessarily because it is running much longer than necessary. Circulating your pool’s water keeps the chemicals mixed and removes debris. As long as the water circulates while the chemicals are added, they should remain mixed, so it is not necessary

If It Won’t Burn...We’ll Probably Buy It! Scrap Metal & Prepared Steel We Now have drive-on scales!

We also have 20 & 30 yard drop off containers for metal only We Buy Cars, Trucks & Equipment Competitive Prices

We Buy the Following & More...

• Junk Cars • Copper & Brass • Aluminum • Air Conditioners • Lead • Stainless Steel • Insulated Wires • Radiators • Alternators • Batteries

Clean up the Country side. Turn your Trash into Cash!

Take Hwy. 90 to Grand Ridge, South on Hwy. 69 to Shady Grove (69A) and turn left, we are the first drive on the left.

More SEER Means More Savings

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very summer as the temperature and air conditioner usage rises, so do questions about energy costs. Although as much as half of the energy used in your home goes to heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), it is sometimes tough to consider the long-term payback of a more energy efficient HVAC unit.

As a result, West Florida Electric has a heat pump rebate program which includes rebates to members who upgrade their heat pumps to a more efficient model. The program is our way of rewarding your efforts to be more energy efficient.

Air conditioners are measured by Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER). SEER is calculated by dividing the amount of cooling provided during a normal year by energy used. Regardless of your HVAC unit’s current SEER rating, when it is needed, replacing your unit with one rated higher can bring lower energy costs – as much as 5 percent to 10 percent on cooling costs, as long as everything is installed correctly. 91489002 To take advantage of the program, your new unit must be sized properly. A Manual J calculation must be performed by a certified licensed HVAC contractor or a WFEC Energy Services Representative. This load calculation is mandatory to participate in the rebate program. Rebates of $100/ton are available for 13-14 SEER units, but are only payable on this size for manufactured homes in lieu of or replacement of electric furnaces; rebates for 15 SEER units are $150/ton and 16 SEER or greater are $200/ton. Rebates are also available on geothermal heat pumps.

Of course, the higher the SEER, the higher the initial investment.

That’s why WFEC’s rebates to members who upgrade their heat pumps to a more energy efficient air-source or geothermal model make a big difference. If you have an older unit that needs to be replaced, why not upgrade today and start enjoying savings?

Call us at (800) 342-7400 or visit westflorida.coop for more information.

Home/Farm (cont.)

Pensacola Bahia hay, 5’D x 4’W rolls, net wrapped, barn stored, $45/ roll; 785-6345.

Miscellaneous MT220 boy’s trek bike, red, needs some work, $30; 263-4706.

1983 Nissan long bed, $1,200; 12’ Alumacraft boat w/trailer, $650; 547-2729.

Gun, 30/30 Marlin w/Leupold 4x scope & leather strap, $400; 1 box Winchester 30-30, 20 rounds, $20; 703-282-5339.

Four tires & rims for a Nissan Versa, $40 for all; 263-4706.

One tire, size STZ045OR20, new; 373-6171.

Five-string banjo, generic, $125, no Saturday calls; 535-2972.

Taurus 38 special pistol, $175; old Western DVDs; 592-1266.

Chevrolet/GMC 1500 Suburban third row seat, gray leather, in like new condition, $100 OBO, includes headrest & seat belts; 592-4450.

Bike rack, mounts on SUV hatch lid/car trunk, like new, $40; designer red paisley mats for 2005-2006 VW Bug, $25; 592-9285.

Wright’s Recycling • 1928 Edenfield Dr. • Grand Ridge, FL • (850) 592-2634 PAGE 14

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ISSUE AUGUST 2015

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Home/Farm (cont.)

Hasty

8’ drag harrow; Taylor Pittsburgh 233-DH-96, never used, $350; 5473818.

55 gallon ag sprayer for tractor, like new w/wand& back sprayer, barn kept, used 6 times, $350; 547-4608.

Riding lawn mower; walk-behind lawn mower, $700 for both; 5575715.

Pool pump, Advantage model PBCH15, Whisperflow w/integral basket filter, 1 Speed, 3,450 RPM, 1.5 hp, 115/230V pump w/motor, $150, runs great, albarrs@wfeca.net; 569-5142.

8N Ford tractor; 638-0183.

Massey Ferguson tractor, 35 diesel; Covington planter, lots of other equipment; 638-8031.

Heating & Cooling Don Hawkins • Sales • Service • Installation 4Electrical Electrician Commercial 1050 Main Street 4Refrigeration Chipley, FL 32428 (850) 326-9830 4HVAC hastym@bellsouth.net

CAC1814468 ER0013265 RF0066690 AL03147

Hill’s Tree Service

• Tree Removal • Tree Trimming • Stump Grinding Insured • Free Estimates

593-4455

Bush Well Drilling

Pump Sales & Service • Irrigation Systems • Water Treatment

Mulching, Excavation, Land Clearing Since 1969 • Licensed & Insured

Office:

850-263-8064

• Cell:

850-573-1229

Cumbaa Enterprises • Blountstown, Florida Drive on & pallet scales on premises We also offer roll off services for your scrap metal needs - sizes 10, 20, 30 & 40s (for metal and C&D debris) We Buy: Batteries • Alternators • Radiators • Copper & Brass • Appliances • Aluminum • Air Conditioners • Junk Cars

to re-circulate the water every day to remove debris. Most of it can be removed using a skimmer or vacuum. Longer circulation times don’t necessarily reduce the growth of algae. Using chemicals in the water and scrubbing the walls are the best methods to remove it.

Here’s a great tip to lower your energy consumption: reduce your pool’s filtration time to just six hours per day. If the water doesn’t appear clean, increase the time until it does. Running pool pumps during off-peak hours will also help reduce the co-ops costs. An off-peak time is a time of low demand on the electrical system. In WFEC’s service area, 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. is the best time to run a pool pump.

Installing timers to control the pump’s cycling is also a great way to save.

If debris is a problem in your pool, use a timer that can activate the pump for many short periods of time each day. Several short cycles will keep the pool cleaner. Keeping the intake grates clear of trash and debris is also important. Clogged drains require the pump to work harder, using more energy. 44597004 Choosing the smallest pump and the largest filter suitable for your pool will also help you save. Reduce the hydraulic resistance of the pool’s circulation system whenever possible. Running your pool pump even one hour less per day saves approximately 22 kilowatt-hours per month.

Do you have more questions about your pool and how to save? Visit energy.gov or contact one of West Florida Electric’s energy experts today to find out more.

ALDAY’S Bobcat & Tree Service

21437 S.E. Hayes Ave. • Blountstown 1690 Hwy. 71 South • Marianna Visit our “Pull It” Yard at the Marianna Location “Your Complete Recycler”

(850) 674-6858 or (850) 482-1175 William Crutchfield Enterprises, Inc. • Refrigeration • Heating & Cooling • Ice Machines • Residential/Commercial

License Number: RM14016919

For Service Call: (850) 263-3427 or Cell: (850) 326-0330

TRI-COUNTY CRANE $100 per hour SERVICE Travel one way Commercial & Residential Use

Family Dentistry of Chipley 415-1411 Family Dentistry of Bonifay 547-9290 Most Insurances Accepted New Chipley Location Cosmetic, General & Family Dentistry

• Veneers • Crowns • Dentures • Cleanings • Whitening • Bonding

• Special rates for weekly or monthly rental

(850) 547-3698 • Bonifay

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(850) 209-2501

Owner/Operator (850) 557-7290

Owner/Operator: Wesley Griffin

Land Clearing • Stump Removal • Pond Digging • Dirt Work • Driveways • Demolitions • Tree Removal Insured • Free Estimates

850.557.1966

Dr. Ernie Hooper, Dr. John Wilson, Dr. Brian Parker & Dr. Hilary Whitaker

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

1410-A Brickyard Rd, Chipley ...................................... 415-1411 110 E. North Ave, Bonifay ............................................ 547-9290 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

House near Dothan, built 2006, new inside, 900 square foot, 450 square foot porch, ceramic tile, lots of new cabinets, metal roof, reduced; 9564582.

Recreational Vehicles 1978 Honda Goldwing GL1000, 40,000 original miles, $1,600, will trade for dependable & economical vehicle w/similar value; 547-5957.

2014 Coachman Catalina 32BHDS travel trailer, 32’, 2 slide outs, sleeps 9, outside kitchen, shower & marine grade speakers, too much to list, $27,000; 850-251-3090.

200-Amp Power Pole $269.95 125 - Amp Power Pole $179.95 Delivery & Installation Available Rick Carnley - Lic. # ER-0014361

Florida Meter Pole Company, Inc. Contact Rick at 526-2183 or Anthony Register at 547-5600 Toll Free (888) 593-3415 Day or Night

A & W Excavations

New & Emergency Patients Welcome

• 15 ton 107 ft. boom

Lic# RM0048955

Josh Alday

Stacey Alday

Real Estate (cont.)

You can call now and purchase this size ad for ONLY $56.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

Call (850) 263-3231 and ask for Candace or Brian

ISSUE AUGUST 2015

(850) 638-0790 Fax: (850) 638-8069

Surveying/GIS/Utilities • ALTA/ACSM Land Title Surveys • As-built Surveys • Boundary Surveys • Construction Layout Surveys • Design Surveys • Route Surveys • Foundation Surveys

• GPS Field Data Collection • Hydrographic Surveys • Legal Descriptions • Mean High Water Survey • Plats • Plot Plans • ROW Surveying & Mapping • Topographic Survey

southeasternsurveying.com

McIntosh

Outboard & Small Engine Grand Ridge

Sneads

We buy boats & motors!

(850) 593-0009 • 7524 Old U.S. 90 Ln., Sneads, FL

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Rec. Vehicles (cont.)

Pop-up camper, sleeps 6, awning, stove, refrigerator, clean, used 3 times; $8,000; 526-5107.

Vehicles 2007 Yukon XL Denali, low mileage, well-maintained, like new, leather interior, custom mats front & rear, new battery, more, $16,500; 7621934.

Be an Electric Grill Master

Great Rate Tree Service, LLC

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Licensed & Insured

Adam Williams, Owner/Operator Hazardous Tree Removal Aerial Bucket Work Stump Grinding/Removal Trimming/Pruning Bobcat Work Small Tract Land Clearing

Additions • Repairs Remodels

Window Replacements Lic#: RR282811643

Serving Holmes, Jackson & Washington Counties

Owner Chris Krauser

(850) 768-1734

(850) 260-9019

(850) 263-4786

2003 Ford Expedition XLT, cold AC, runs great, $6,000; 263-8100, Mark.

2012 Ford Fiesta SEL, 81,000 miles, excellent condition, pictures & more details on Craig’s List, $10,000; 326-4090.

2001 Honda Accord LX, $2,800, 284,000 miles, new paint, regular maintenance, new timing belt every 50k, very good condition; 850-4470894.

2007 Chevrolet C6500 refrigerated truck, 24’ insulated Kidron box, Carrier cooling unit, excellent truck; 850-703-7810 for more info.

KOHLER POWER ®

EQUIPMENT Now Available at West Florida Electric

WANTED Dependable, cheap car or truck for grandson’s transportation to job & school; 263-4363.

Men & women who would like to start a UKC night hunt club; 5485405, ask for Kenny Crain.

Queen mattress set, $100; full mattress set, $75; 209-7028.

12 cow panels, $30 each; several gates in various sizes; 232-6703.

Gehl 3210 square baler, great condition, shed kept, $5,500 OBO, located in Wausau; 260-1866.

Square bale annual peanut hay; 1981 285 Massey Ferguson tractor, diesel, HP-81 $8,400 OBO, will trade for equal value; 263-3427.

24’x4’ round swimming pool, sand filter, $900; 326-1996 or 727-9921376.

Troy-built XP series electric-start generator, 7,000 watts, 10,500 starting watts, like new, used very little, $975 OBO; 547-2459 or 5471499.

A Company Based on Honesty & Performance

We Buy All Timber Products Pine & Hardwood • Poles • Logs • Pulpwood Alfred L. Long President

Timber Company

Bus: (850) 638-3538 Cell: (850) 326-3838

Email: alfredllong@hotmail.com

GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE

Kohler Model Pro 5.2E - $1293 $75 down & $42.42/month for 36 months Special Introductory Interest Rate of 9.99%

Xtreme Southern Kustomizing

Kohler Model Pro 7.5E - $1403 $75 down & $46.24/month for 36 months Special Introductory Interest Rate of 9.99%

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ecome the Master of the Grill this summer! The weather is warm and most of us are spending as much time as possible outdoors.

We’re camping, swimming, fishing and enjoying the benefits of living in the beautiful Florida Panhandle. Not only are we enjoying these recreational activities, but during the summer months, our thoughts also turn to grilling and cooking outside.

Cooking outdoors is a great way to conserve energy, keeping our homes cooler because we’re not generating heat by using our ovens, but it’s also a great way to spend quality time with the family and create some tasty food.

WFEC sells a variety of Meco electric grills that make it easy to enjoy the barbeque taste your family loves without the hassles of propane or charcoal. Electric grills cost just pennies to operate and never run out of fuel. These grills feature thermostatic controls so you can sear steaks as well as prepare delicate foods like shrimp or vegetables. The non-stick surface of these grills also makes clean-up easy. 87488001 Our model with rotisserie has an added glass window feature so you can conveniently check on your food without opening the lid. These grills are great because they don’t have hot spots and you won’t have to worry about your burgers burning on one side of the grill while they’re still raw on the other.

Check out our selection of Meco grills today. We’re sure to have an affordable model to fit your grilling needs – from our portable lock-n-go to table top model or a cart grill with rotisserie. Prices start at just $59.95!

With an electric grill from WFEC, there’ll be no gas, no charcoal and no wait! Just plug it in and start grilling! Become the master of your grill today by visiting one of our district offices or our website (westflorida.coop) to check out our selection.

Home/Farm (cont.)

Contact Your Local District Office

(850) 263-4861 (850) 849-0046

West Florida Electric

Woodham Rd., Graceville, FL

A Touchstone Energy® Cooperative The power of human connections

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

ISSUE AUGUST 2015

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Antiques/Collectibles (cont.)

Antique syrup kettle, very good condition, $1,000; antique spinning wheel from Germany, excellent condition, $250; 263-4162 or 2091604.

Florida Motor Express Flat Bed Carrier

Small local trucking company looking for

Owner Operators • No forced dispatch • Contracted Freight with FSC • Physical damage group rate avail.

• Fuel cards • Paid weekly • Must have 2 years verifiable OTR experience

Chucky Brinkley, Owner

Raggedy Ann dolls, all sizes; Precious Moments ceramics; 2630169.

gCall: 800-856-0446

Home: (850) 263-1626 Cell: (334) 798-4125

Appliances

“If You’ve Called the Rest • Now Call The BEST

Life-size porcelain dolls; glass end tables; lots of Elvis memorabilia; 1874 Singer treadle cabinet, good working order; 768-9019.

Frigidaire frost-free commercial freezer, white, upright, 3 shelves, door compartments, $100; 5573615.

Wanted (cont.)

Community Calendar

CB Roofing, LLC

Licensed & Insured FL License # RC 0067463

Shingles Metal Roofing Repairs

No job too big or small!

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HALL Roofing, Siding & Building, LLC Residential • Commercial

New Construction, Re-Roof, Additions & Repairs Shingle • Metal & More!

Over 16 Years Professional Experience

An Evening of Gospel Music Saturday, August 8 at 7:00 p.m.

Spanish Trail Playouse, Chipley This event will be directed by Jimmy Miller and promises to be an entertaining and uplifting evening. General admission tickets will be sold at the door for $10. “An Evening of Gospel Music” is an annual event sponsored by the Spanish Trail Playhouse and is always played before a sold-out audience. You will want to come early for your seat. Don’t miss this night of excellence!

Beginner’s Pressure Canning Class Thursday, August 13 from 6-9:30 p.m.

New Life Fellowship Assembly of God Church, 695 5th Street, Chipley Participants will learn the basics of pressure canning by canning vegetables.

Registration fee is $5 and includes class materials. Canner gauge testing will also be available. Please bring canner lid with gauge. Space is limited so preregistration is required by contacting the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265 or the Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108.

University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution. For persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations, please contact 638-6265 (TDD, via Florida Relay Service, 800-955-877) at least five working days prior to the class so that proper consideration may be given the request.

5 Years Labor Warranty • Licensed & Insured

ANDY HALL

LC # RC 29027412 RB29003513 Free Estimates • 24 Hour Emergency Service

SIDNEY HALL

Home/Farm

Serving Jackson, Holmes, Washington & Calhoun Counties

12x12 storage building, 4x4 treated runners, 2x6 treated floor, all frame treated roof, metal sides, windows, 4’ wide door on wheels, $2,400; 569-2697.

B rian ’ s H eating & C ooling , I nc .

25x48 pole barn, galvalume metal roof, $2,500, must be moved; 9562075.

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

You can call now and purchase this ad size for ONLY $42.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

Call (850) 263-3231 and ask for Candace or Brian

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850.557.3368 •850.526.8441 • 850.569.2021

“Honesty is Job One”

Water Bath Canning Class Tuesday, August 18 from 6-9 p.m.

New Life Fellowship Assembly of God Church, 695 5th Street, Chipley Participants will learn the basics of safely preserving acidic foods by using the water bath canner. Registration fee is $5 and includes class materials. Space is limited so pre-registration is required by contacting the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265 or the Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108.

Tractor, any make or model w/front end loader, not over 1-year-old, 3540 hp w/7’ harrow & bush hog, all in good shape; 592-2383.

Horses, ponies & mules; 592-2494.

Book, “History of Jackson County, Florida” by J. Randall Stanley, originally published in 1950, will pay reasonable price; 592-4450.

Someone to do housework, 5 days per week, six to eight hours per day; 592-8002, ask for Walt or Mae. Floor buffer & waxing machine; walk-behind drum floor sander; 557-5715.

Canning jars; 768-0473.

FREE Beautiful small kittens; 569-5211.

Serving Washington, Jackson & Holmes Counties

• New Systems • Repair & Maintenance • Free Estimates/Second Opinions on Major Repairs

Lic. #RA0067127

Call: (850) 573-0167 or (850) 548-4750

Brown Pump Repair Turbine Pump Repair

638-9355 or 638-7739 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

CLF Free Ad Policy (Limited to one ad per household) WFEC publishes free classified ads in the Current Light Flashes as a service to its members. The following limitations apply: 1) Ads must be 20 words or less and must be legible, with an active electric account number at the top. 2) Ads exceeding 20 words are subject to elimination. 3) Submit ads to the Graceville office by the 5th of the month to appear in the following month’s issue. (Example: An ad arriving

by Jan. 5 will appear in the Feb. CLF) 4) Ads for services & businesses are not free. Service businesses include, but are not limited to, pet or livestock breeders or stud services, rentals, baby-sitting, etc. 5) Any buying or selling on a regular basis will be considered a business. On-going garage sales & the sale of similar items on a repeated basis do not qualify for free advertising. 6) WFEC may refuse to publish any ad. 7) You may submit your ad online at www.westflorida.coop.

WFEC will not accept ads over the phone.

ISSUE AUGUST 2015

CLF Free Ad Form Please Type or Print Neatly.

Name Acct. # St. Address/P.O. Box City Phone #

For Sale • Wanted • Free • Thank You • Lost (circle one)

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Thank You

Community Calendar (cont.)

The family of Zeke Addison Taylor would like to thank everyone for your prayers, love, flowers, food, gifts, donations, and kindness during our time of loss. Zeke will be dearly missed. God Bless you.

The Panhandle Pioneer Settlement, a non-profit, rustic 1800s village complex & tourist facility located in Blounstown, Florida is seeking an individual to fill a vacancy on its board of directors. Candidates who have a business background and who are familiar with all aspects of the state educational system would be very helpful and are encouraged to apply.

Requirements for the position include: attendance at meetings once per month, payment of membership dues $25 per year, active participation on board committees. Interested persons may contact the Pioneer Settlement by phone at 850-674-2777, by fax at 850-674-2778 or send an email to ritasmithpruette@yahoo.com.

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

You can call now and purchase this ad size for ONLY $28.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

Call (850) 263-3231 and ask for Candace or Brian

OLEN BARFIELD Have Sawmill, Will Travel

Efficient & portable bandsaw can cut your trees into lumber on your site with minimal sawdust waste.

638-7105

Bomann Fencing

Agricultural Fencing/Satisfaction Guaranteed For all your fencing needs call

(850) 547-3772 or (850) 768-0641

Notification Statement

Notice is hereby given that the West Florida Electric Cooperative Association, Inc. Board of Trustees regularly meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month, unless special circumstances warrant a change.

Main Business and Publications Offices 5282 Peanut Road Graceville, Florida 32440-0127 (850) 263-3231 or 1-800-342-7400 Subscription Rate Cooperative members, $2.50 per year Non-members, $6.00 per year Change of Address Notices POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Current Light Flashes P. O. Box 127 Graceville, Florida 32440-0127 DISCLAIMER: Although paid advertisements may appear in West Florida Electric (WFEC) publications in print, online, or in other electronic formats, WFEC does not endorse the advertised product, service, or company, nor any of the claims made by the advertisement. WFEC reserves the right to edit or refuse to publish any advertisement.

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Clean It Up! Homemade Cleaners Class Thursday, September 10 from 6-8 p.m.

Holmes County Ag Center, 1173 Hwy. 90, Bonifay Learn how to make inexpensive, effective cleaning products to keep your home and clothes clean and fresh! Registration fee is $5 and includes class materials. Space is limited so pre-registration is required by contacting the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265 or the Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108.

L & D Upholstery • Furniture • Auto • Marine • ATV • Canvas

1401 N. Waukeshaw Ave. Bonifay, FL 32425

Louie Pettis

Gate-Way Security Systems

Deter theft & add security to your home or property at home or away with an automatic gate opener.

Residential or farm applications available.

Installation, Sales, Service & Accessories

(850) 547-0075 (850) 516-1227

Call your area GTO dealer for a quote today!

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oee Warren of Alford and Brittany Benton of Grand Ridge were among nearly 1,700 high school students from 43 states who participated in the National Rural Electric Cooperative Youth Tour held June 13-18, 2015, in Washington, D.C. Warren and Benton were sponsored by West Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC) and represented Cottondale High School (Warren) and Sneads High School (Benton).

While in Washington, the students learned first-hand what it is like to be involved in politics, how our government operates and about how and why electric co-ops were formed. One highlight of the trip included meeting their elected representatives in the U.S. House and Senate. They toured Arlington National Cemetery, the Capitol, and Mount Vernon. Students also visited various monuments and memorials including the Viet Nam, Jefferson, Lincoln, Roosevelt and more. While in D.C., they also enjoyed the U.S. Marine Corps Band Sunset Parade; a boat cruise and dance on the Potomac River; and ended their trip by seeing “Newsies” at the Kennedy Center.

In 1964, the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) began coordinating joint WFEC Youth Tour representatives, Brittany Benton (left) & Zoee activities among Warren (right). state delegations and suggested that co-op representatives from each state arrange to be in Washington, D.C. during Youth Tour week. The first year of the coordinated tour included about 400 teens from 12 states.

As word spread, the program grew – and grew and grew to what it is today. WFEC has participated in the Youth Tour program since 1979, sending two students to our nation’s capital each year since. 96938002 The Youth Tour program is open to all high school juniors whose parents or guardians are members of West Florida Electric Cooperative. Each high school within WFEC’s service area selects a representative for the State Youth Tour in the fall of each year. The selected representatives then go on to compete for the two slots available for the National Youth Tour. If you will be a junior during the 2015-2016 school year, see your school’s guidance counselor for more information about the Youth Tour or contact WFEC Youth Tour Coordinator, Candace Croft at ccroft@westflorida. coop.

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Thirty-three students represented electric cooperatives from around Florida on the National Rural Electric Cooperative Youth Tour June 13-18 in Washington, D.C. (Article on next page)

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