December 2018

CURRENT LIGHT

FLASHES

P.O. Box 127 Graceville, FL 32440-0127

West Florida Electric, Your Touchstone Energy Cooperative

Remembering our fallen comrades A Cut Above Sowell Enterprises, Inc. Insulation

(spray foam & batt) Baxter: 850-867-4928 Tim: 850-774-0009

• Tree Removal • Chipper • 15 Ton Crane • Aerial Truck • Pruning & Trimming • Bobcat Work • Hazardous Tree Removal • Stump Removal • Stump Grinding

TREE SERVICE

Pages 10-11

FULLY INSURED • FREE ESTIMATES

LLC

Owner: Jason Morris

BUS: (850) 415-1217 • CELL: (850) 573-1270 INSIDE ...

Merry Christmas!

P.O. Box 724 Graceville, FL 32440 sowellenterprises@earthlink.net

A Look Back at Hurricane Michael ...pg. 3

Gift Certificates Available!

Case Knives on Sale!

C&C CONSTRUCTION & ROOFING

Engineered Buildings Available!

Relief Agency List ...pg. 3

Pole Barn Kits Available Several to choose from.

Scenes of Hurricane ...pgs. 6-8 Michael

RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALISTS

Fire Pit $219

Serving the Florida Panhandle and Southern Alabama Specializing in residential and commercial roofing projects • Shingle Roofing • All Types of Metal Roofing • Roofing Repairs • All Types of Flat Roofs CALL TODAY FOR FREE ESTIMATES

Hunting Supplies Food Plot Mix Ammo

License #’s FL #CCC1327331 • AL # S-44779

Lodge Cast

Iron www.panhandlesalvage.com

850-547-1001 690 E. Hwy. 90 Bonifay, FL 32425

Safe Holiday Decor ...pg. 14

Locally Owned & Operated

in stock!

Treated Swings in Stock!

850-547-9354

Panhandle Lumber & Supply Tri-State Leader of Barn Kit & Deck Kit Sales Since 1997

405 W. Hwy. 90 • Bonifay, FL

*Prices subject to change. Call to confirm.*

ISSUE DECEMBER 2018

Community Calendar

...pg. 18

Local Classifieds

...pgs. 3-18

Read Online www.WestFlorida.coop

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68, NO 12

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Energy Efficiency Tip:

FLASHES

Heading out of town for the holidays? Remember to unplug electronics that draw a phantom energy load. Some gadgets, like TVs, gaming consoles, chargers & DVD players use energy when plugged into an outlet - even when they’re not in use.

USPS: 702-990 | ISSN: 1042-7767 | VOL 68, NO 12

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 as a service to the Co-op’s members. Periodicals postage is paid at Graceville, Florida.

WFEC Board of Directors

Middlebrooks Contractors, Inc. Serving the Area for Over 60 Years

Rent-All • We have everything you need!

Equipment Rentals, Tractors, Trenchers, Etc. Septic Tank Service, Installation & Repair Mobile Home Pads • Land Clearing • Excavation

Ph: (850) 547-3658 Plumbing • Electrical Licensed & Insured

Dirt • Rock • Culverts Randy

Joe E.

BUSH

RONE

Providing quality printing and service to the Florida panhandle and south Alabama since 1961.

Purchase this size ad for ONLY $100/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

955 Tate Drive Dothan, Alabama 334-792-8408 • dplinc@graceba.net

(850) 263-3231

David

John

TATUM

ADAMS

District 1

District 4 / Secretary-Treasurer

John C.

Tim

HALL Roofing, Siding & Building, LLC Residential • Commercial

Andy Hall 850.557.3368 Brent Hall 850.718.7314

District 3

District 2

A. C.

George Clayton

District 5

District 6

MILES

OWENS

READY TO WORK. WHEREVER WORK TAKES YOU. $

0 Frank E.

BONDURANT

HUDSON

Attorney

District 9

A.P.R. Financing For 48 Months

©Kubota Tractor Corporation, 2018

Russell

Executive VP/CEO

# CBC1260614 • # CCC1330769 Free Estimates • 24 Hour Emergency Service Serving Northwest Florida!

24 Hour Emergency Response CBC1255149, CCC1330340, MRSR9

From all of us at WFEC,

RTV-X Series www.KubotaUSA.com

DUNAWAY

Over 21 Years Professional Experience

Peace starts here.

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Myron

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

Mold Removal Remodels Water Damage Additions Fire Damage New Construction

PATRICK

ALFORD

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5 Years Labor Warranty • Licensed & Insured

ADVERTISE IN COLOR!!!

Panhandle Tractor 5003 Highway 90 Marianna, Florida 32446

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

“Peace on earth.

Good will to men!”

WFEC offices will be closed Dec. 24-Dec. 25 & Jan. 1 so that we may spend the holidays with our families. If you experience an outage over the holidays, call 844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431) to report it.

ISSUE DECEMBER 2018

People's South Bank Payment Locations: Chipley (850) 415-1320 Greenwood (850) 594-4151 Malone (850) 569-2264 Marianna (850) 526-4331 or (850) 482-4029 Sneads (850) 593-1183

Blountstown (850) 674-5900

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

DECEMBER Altha

(850) 526-2257 *$0 Down, 0% APR financing for up to 48 months on purchases of select new Kubota RTV-X Series equipment from particular dealers’ in-stock inventory is available to qualified purchasers through Kubota Credit Corporation, USA; subject to credit approval. Some exeptions apply. Example: 48 monthly payments of $20.83 per $1,000 financed. Some exceptions apply.

Offer expires 12/31/18. See us or go to KubotaUSA.com for more information. Optional equipment may be shown.

WFEC has convenient locations other than our offices, where you may pay your monthly electric bill on or before the due date.

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

District 7 / Vice President

District 8 / President

WFEC Remote Pay Locations

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.

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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FREE

Community Calendar

Four beautiful kittens, spayed/ neutered, all shots, litter & outdoor trained, only to great homes; 263-9171.

A Classic Country Christmas December 8; 7:00 p.m.

Spanish Trail Playhouse, 680 Second Street, Chipley Directed by Jimmy Miller, The Classic Chipley Christmas includes classic and traditional Christmas carols and songs featuring local and regional performers. Make this show a part of your Christmas celebration to get your season started! Tickets are just $15 and will sell out quickly so get yours today! They can be purchased online at www.spanishtrailplayhouse.com or by calling 638-9113.

Woven wire fencing, barbed wire, fence posts, gates, you take down; 547-5019.

Canning jars, all sizes; 593-6593.

Piano; 851-8495.

10 Bantam hens; 2 Bantam roosters; 956-2502.

Half bulldog & half Blue Heeler puppies, two males & one female, working dogs, to a good home; 260-6117.

WISEFLY AUTO GLASS - EST. 2007

WINDSHIELD REPLACEMENTS CALL NOW (850) 387-2400 MV100767 any glass any vehicle 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, article or information.

This Institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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Farm Credit of Northwest Florida AgVocator Scholarship Deadline: February 11, 2019 by 5:00 p.m. (CST) or 6:00 p.m. (EST) Farm Credit of Northwest Florida is offering six $1,500 scholarships to high school students. Preference will be given to students pursuing a career in Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture or Veterinary Medicine. Scholarships are awarded to applicants based on academic aptitude, vocational promise, personal attributes and leadership qualities. Applicants must be a high school senior planning on attending college and in good academic standing; complete a scholarship application; provide an official copy of their transcript; a resume of work history; activities, honors, volunteer efforts; an essay about how the applicant plans to use their chosen career path and a signed letter of recommendation. Family members of employees or directors of Farm Credit are not eligible. A completed application must be received by Feb. 11, 2019. Applications are available online at www. farmcredit-fl.com. Email completed applications and supporting materials to Farm Credit of Northwest Florida Scholarship Program – humanresources@farmcredit-fl.com.

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 New & Emergency Patients Welcome

Dr. Ernie Hooper, Dr. John Wilson, Dr. Brian Parker & Dr. Hilary Whitaker 1410-A Brickyard Rd, Chipley ...................................... 415-1411 110 E. North Ave, Bonifay ............................................ 547-9290 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

A Look Back at Hurricane Michael

CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE

O

ctober 10, 2018 is a day most of us will not ever forget. That’s the day Hurricane Michael turned our lives upside down.

Michael is the first Category 4 hurricane to make landfall in Florida’s Panhandle since record-keeping began in 1851. It has been documented as the third most intense hurricane landfall in recorded U.S. history and is the strongest storm to ever hit Florida's Panhandle.

The day after it rolled through our area, only 191 meters on WFEC’s distribution system actually had power. That means, over 27,000 meters on our system were not receiving any power at all. Downed lines and broken poles were a common sight. IIn fact, WFEC had to replace as many as 4,526 poles across its service area. Many of the co-op’s members continue struggling in the aftermath of this storm and our thoughts and prayers remain with them.

As previously announced, the co-op will not charge delinquent fees or penalties at this time. Normal business operating procedures will resume on January 1, 2019. This will, hopefully, help our members get through the holiday season. We are not disconnecting services to prepaid accounts or other accounts at this time. Payment extension arrangements are being made with members as needed upon request.

WFEC has also provided a list of agencies that can assist our members with paying their electric bills below. If you have specific questions relating to your account, please contact your district office or call 800-342-7400.

Animals/Livestock Bred & Open Angus & Sim-Angus heifers, some first calf cows; 209-3970.

Silver fox bunnies, $20 each; 703-1095.

English Mastiff puppies, shots & papers, Fawns & apricots; 718-8266.

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

Relief Agencies Assisting with Bill Payments Name

County

Phone

Contact

Tri-County Community Council Holmes LIHEAP Holmes County Ministerial Holmes Assoc. Family Resource Center Council on Aging EHEAP 60+ Holmes

547-4263

Charlotte/Barbara

547-5170

Carmela

547-2345

Ginny Cooper

Tri-County Community Council Washington LIHEAP Salvation Army Washington Love in Action Washington

638-4520 Ext 28

Vanessa/Sherry

638-7102 638-2706

Tim Barry

Salvation Army Jackson County Sr. Citizens

Jackson Jackson

482-1075 482-5028/263-4650

Tim Josephine

Community Action

Calhoun

674-5067

Casite Barbee

ISSUE DECEMBER 2018

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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Animals/Livestock (cont.)

Hinson Land Clearing

Appliances

30 Years Experience • Owned & Operated by Francis Hinson

(850) 481-2960

Kenmore upright freezer, $200; 593-5159.

Washer; dryer; dishwasher; refrigerator; dorm fridge; all working, just upgrading; 638-4479.

Whirlpool 21 cubic foot refrigerator, stainless steel, one-year-old, $400; 956-1224.

Home/Farm Barn stored grass hay, $40/roll; 209-0636.

Fertilized barn stored hay, 4x5 rolls; 258-0020.

Hay, 4x4 rolls, fertilized, barn stored, $22.50; 579-2732.

Westmoreland Silverware for 8 w/case, gravy ladle, pie server, teaspoons, soup spoons, serving spoons, meat carving set, 55 pieces total, $200 OBO; 638-9587 or 260-5016.

• Refrigeration • Heating & Cooling • Ice Machines • Residential/Commercial

Stump & Debris Removal Bulldozer & Excavator Work Tractor Services Including Bush Hogging, Discing & Spraying

Dachshund & Chihuahua mixed puppies; 768-9262.

Tri-County Gas S ervice , I nc .

Tri-County Gas S ervice , I nc .

“Home Folks Serving Home Folks”

McIntosh

547-3696 #RM0048955

Armondi Roofing, LLC Re-roof Specialist

Shingles • Flat Roofs • Re-Roofs

in Chipley is seeking a part-time Music Director to lead Sunday morning congregational worship. Contact newprospect.church@yahoo.com or call 850-703-3363.

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(850) 638-2611

Stacey Alday

Owner/Operator (850) 557-7290

(850) 209-2501

We buy boats & motors!

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

Jackson Farm Well Services

200-Amp Power Pole $279.95

Patrick Jackson

100 - Amp Power Pole $189.95

850-592-9530 or 850-573-6623

Delivery & Installation Available Rick Carnley - Lic. # EC-13006648

AFFORDABLE SEAMLESS GUTTERS

Florida Meter Pole Company, Inc.

Contact Rick at 526-2183 or Anthony Register at 573-0219

1001 USES Portable Buildings, Carports & Garages Mobile Home & RV Supplies

Free Estimates

5 Year Workmanship Warranty Licensed & Insured #CCC1330359

(850) 547-2934

LLC/Insured/ 40 Years Experience

Josh Alday

Sneads

New Roofs & All Types of Repairs

New Prospect Baptist Church

Carpenter/Handyman Build It - Fix It Clean It - Haul It

Licensed & Insured LI20000696600

Outboard & Small Engine

For All Your Propane Needs 415 S. Waukesha St., Bonifay

or monthly rental

ALDAY’S Bobcat & Tree Service

Chipley, FL 32428

638-7105

• Special rates for weekly

(850) 547-3698 • Bonifay

3433 Pear Tree Lane Bonifay, FL 32425

Call for All Your Equipment: 423-313-0667

Grand Ridge

Lic# RM0048955

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

850.768.3697 850.768.3114

Rentals by the Day, Week, Month We Deliver & Pick Up as Your Needs Change

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

• 15 ton 107 ft. boom

License Number: CMC1250499

Oxygen • Acetylene • C02 • Argon 75/25 Rods, Tips, Wire Welding Accessories We service all welding machines.

Walt Davidson - Owner/Operator Tractor Rental, Bush Hog, Box Blades, Post Hole Oger, Back Hoe, Front-End Loaders, Tree Graber

Have Sawmill, Will Travel

Commercial & Residential Use

Finch’s Welding Supply Art’s Home Services

Davidson Equipment Rentals

OLEN BARFIELD

TRI-COUNTY CRANE $100 per hour SERVICE Travel one way

William Crutchfield Enterprises, Inc.

850-526-3797 E WE MOV LE PORTAB GS IN D IL U B

4673 HIGHWAY 90 E.

MARIANNA (Across from CVS)

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

20-Years Limited Warranty 21 Colors to Choose From

Gary McIntosh

(850) 593-0009

Bush Paint & Supply

Used Front end loader w/backhoe, Ford, Caterpillar, or John Deere, four wheel drive in good condition; 592-2218, leave a message.

Vicion Model 2400 hay cutter; 592-4740.

Caregivers to assist w/ companionship, driving to doctor appointments/errands, light housekeeping, meal prep, grooming/ bathing & help to the bathroom, day or overnight, live in positions, must be honest, drug free & have verifiable references; 766-5889.

Smaller gravity flow wagon with auger, must be in good condition & reasonably priced. 956-2881.

Have Medicare questions?

I have answers.

Gene Alford Licensed Sales Representative 4427 Market St. Marianna, FL 32446 850-209-1381, TTY 711 UHCMedicareSolutions.com

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

263-4744 • 971 6th Ave., Graceville

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 DECEMBER 2018

Wanted (cont.)

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)

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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Recreational Vehicles 2016 Passport Model 2510RB travel trailer, like new, never camped in, no smoking, no pets, $17,000; 535-2772.

Bass Tracker boat 16’, 40 HP Mercury 4 stroke engine, on board gas tank, battery charger, run on trailer, more, $15,300 OBO; 263-9572.

2006 Harley Davidson Softail Heritage Classic, maroon, 22,000 miles, $10,500; 768-8868.

Vehicles 1.5 ton 1968 International Loadstar 1600 truck, all metal body, electric tailgate, gas powered, $2,500; 334-652-2408.

Phone Number Directory for WFEC: We've created a list of helpful phone numbers you can use to report power outages or contact the cooperative. In the hopes of clearing up any confusion, we have provided a brief description of the the service you will access or reach when calling or texting each number.

2005 Chevrolet Silverado Z-71 off road, 168,000 miles, runs great, tool box, custom stereo, $6,500; 638-0085.

2001 328i BMW, 79,000 miles, $11,500; 209-1372.

2014 Toyota Camry, 4 cylinder automatic, very clean, non-smoker, back up camera, Bluetooth capabilities, 70,000 miles, warranty remaining, $13,500; 326-3613.

1995 Nissan pickup, 166,000 miles, not drivable, engine will run but needs parts, $800; 326-4842.

Triumph TR3 Roadster, in process of restoration, you finish, new parts; 638-0745.

2008 Honda Civic, new paint, new tires, new brakes, cold AC, oil changed, $5,500 OBO; 896-8055.

WANTED

(850) 263-7788

Paper Only Bingo. Located across the street from Graceville High School.

Open 6 days a week. Closed Tuesdays. Session at 7:30 nightly.

Horse, ponies, mules, donkeys; 592-2494.

$50 payouts before & after session. Pull tab games up to $1,000!

Friday nights: All sessions pay $250!

Saturdays: Jackpot games @ 4, 5, 6, 7, 9 & 10 Sundays: Balloon games - win up to $250!

Wednesdays & Sundays: T-shirt night

Small Baptist church is in need of a pianist; 592-4846.

Gas, oil, automotive, soda signs; oil cans, gas pumps, local advertisement, or any related items; 209-2012.

Collector looking for old beer cans, any found in walls of damaged homes; kcrollman@yahoo.com.

License plates from any state, mainly FL, prior to 1980; old motorcycles or parts prior to 1960; Greg 557-7030.

Horses; ponies; mules; donkeys; 569-5511.

Toll-Free Outage Hotline: (844) OUTAGE1 • (844) 688-2431

Visit www.hwy77bingo.com for all early bird, daily, monthly & holiday specials.

Automated Customer Service Line: (855) MYWFECA • (855) 699-3322 Use this number to conduct general business transactions like making payments or to report power outages at any time. You can also access account info, or speak with a CSR during business hours.

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

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

Xtreme Southern Kustomizing

(850) 263-4861 (850) 703-4442

593-4455

Woodham Rd., Graceville, FL

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

Fred O’Neal II

O’Neal’s Dozer Service, Inc.

Outage Texting Service: (800) 342-7400 Use this number to report a power outage at your location via text. To sign up, text WFEC to (800) 342-7400. *Please note the phone numbers listed on your WFEC account must be updated & must include a cell phone number for this service to work* You can also call this number to reach the co-op at any time for any reason.

Hill’s Tree Service Home/Farm (cont.)

GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE

Use this number to report a power outage at your location 24/7. This is the best number to use after hours to report outages.

Other Useful Numbers: Graceville office: (850) 263-3231 • Bonifay office: (850) 547-9325 • Sneads office: (850) 593-6491 • Toll-free: (800) 342-7400

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HWY. 77 BINGO, INC.

500 or 1,000 gallon used propane tank, in good condition; 334-333-3533 call or text.

1977 Land Clearing • Rootraking • Road Building • Ponds Demolition since

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

Kemp shredder, very old, steel hammer mills, rubber wheels, 5 HP, B&S motor, $200 OBO; 703-9134.

Miscellaneous Brush guard for Ford F-150, fits 2015 & newer, looks like new, $200; 260-4127.

Camper top for S-10 LWB truck, $400 OBO; 263-4190, Kenny.

Pecan tree saplings; Tupelo trees in pots, $5 & up; 547-3250.

Homemade quilts, hand quilted, all sizes; 547-3649.

Wire dog cage, 42.75” long x 28.5 wide x 30.5 high, never used, $50; 547-4639.

Panhandle Pump Repair & Filtration Service

Shelled pecans, $8/quart; 547-4924.

What’s in YOUR Water?

Bird houses, bird feeders, hand crafted wooden toys, toy boxes, plant stands, children’s furniture, nativity scenes; 547-9269.

John White Owner

3024 Firefly Lane Vernon, FL 32462 ISSUE DECEMBER 2018

Over 40 Years Experience License #2252

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

2014 utility trailer, 6’x10’, higher sides, excellent condition, $950; 352-552-4054.

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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The Scenes of Hurricane Michael ...

TATUM’S HARDWARE Hwy. 71 Marianna

Mobile Home Power Pole

(850) 482-5513

100 amp $23695 200 amp $31995

Ag Sprayers Sprayer Repair Parts Baler Twine

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

Glen Scott

American Construction & Remodel, LLC

Specializing in Hardie Board Siding

850-628-1906

Stump Grinding Best Service

(850) 209-2105

Owner: Stephen Yates

Marianna, Florida

(850) 638-0790

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Fax: (850) 638-8069

Purchase this ad for ONLY $42.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

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

Call (850) 263-3231

Your Remodeling Pros

• Total Renovations • Vinyl

850.573.0616

Best Prices

RC #29027247 RR #282811560 Licensed & Insured Free Estimates

Williams Home Improvements No Job Too Big or Small

• Roofing • Additions

850.674.8092

Multiple Listings (cont.)

Handicap equipment, cane, walker, bench w/back; gas grill; stainless steel double sink; arm saw; Abington china plates (20); 638-3200.

Revere 16mm model 48 projector; magazine 16 camera; Norwood director light meter; Power Light Junior lighting bar; all items in good condition w/cases, $175; 849-3193.

Full size mattress, $50; 23 Quart pressure cooker, never used, $40; 956-9963.

Real Estate 10 acre pasture, fenced, barn w/stalls, deep well, storage shelter, pecan trees, $60,000 OBO; 263-4748.

1 acre lot at Compass Lake in the Hills, corner lot, 340’ deep well, owner financing available, beautiful trees, reduced to $10,000; 326-7653.

1999 Redman manufactured home, 3BR/2BA, excellent condition, new metal roof, heat pump, $15,000 OBO; 326-8931.

134 acres, John Marsh Road & 177A, $450,000 cash; 548-1244.

3BR/2BA renovated home w/appliances, 5 fertile acres, ready for livestock, $85,000; 703-0938.

1.5 acres, water view on Silver Lake, cleared, 16x20 building/carport, electricity, RV 30 amp, well 80 ft.

Hwy. 167; 896-3561.

Top left: Broken poles on Mill Road; Top right: Asplundh workers direct traffic; Middle left: broken pole in a hay field in Jackson County; Bottom left: Leaning poles in the Compass Lake area; Bottom right: WFEC lineman, Michael Boatwright wades through a swamp to geth the job done.

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CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

ISSUE DECEMBER 2018

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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Hurricane Michael Cont...

Multiple Listings (cont.)

Square bale annual peanut hay; round 5x5 rolls fertilized grass hay, string or net wrapped; grain fed beef; John Deere 535 round bailer; 263-3427.

2 double commercial Vulcan ovens; 1 Piper proofing cabinet; 2 double American Metal Works coffee makers; 1 60” American Range griddle; 60” Bayonne cold serving counter; electric pressure steamer oven; Cleveland tilting skillet; 415-0851.

Frigidaire refrigerator with ice maker, like new, $350; concrete benches, $60; potter wheel, $400; molds; mirrors; 547-4114.

Three-horse slant trailer; barrel, roping, pleasure saddles, tack; solo weight machine; coon dogs; grain & gravity flow wagons; 592-2494.

Coastal hay 5x5 roll, excellent quality, covered; Colt Detective pistol, 38 caliber, collector, Nikon scope, new 3x9x40; 592-4798.

Nextbook Notebook, $40; Baby items, neutral colors; baby stationary play center, $20; baby walker, $15; 624-8840 or 768-3467.

It’s almost time to deck those halls! Statistics show that home fires & electrical accidents typically increase during winter months, so keep these holiday lighting tips in mind for a safe holiday season.

Carefully inspect all electrical decorations before you use them. Cracked or damaged sockets and/or loose or exposed wires can cause serious shock or start a fire.

Consider purchasing LED lights, which use less energy & run cooler than traditional incandescent lights.

Never mount or support light strings in a way that might damage the cord’s insulation.

Make sure that cords are not pinched in doors, windows or under heavy furniture, which could damage the cord’s insulation.

Always unplug electrical decorations before replacing bulbs or fuses.

Turn off all indoor & outdoor electrical decorations before leaving home or going to sleep.

CB Roofing

2862 Union Hill Church Road Bonifay, FL 32425

Shingles • Metal • All Types 24 Years Experience New Roofs & Re-Roofs Repairs Warranty 5 Year Workmanship Owner: Chuck Brinkley FL License# RC 0067463

850.263.1626 334.798.4125

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Above left: Debris in downtown Altha; Above right: Right-of-way workers from Asplundh cut & clear debris from Hurricane Michael ahead of line crews; Below left: More damage to poles & transformers from the storm; Below right: Mutual aid crews from Clay Electric Cooperative work to replace poles & lines.

Edwards Limited Fencing and Clearing Liability Company Let Us Get Your Property Back in Order

334-726-5439 850-260-9509

Cody Edwards Owner

SERVICES OFFERED: • Tree Removal • Debri Hauling • Brush Mulching • Land Clearing • Private & Commercial Fencing

edwardsfencingandcattle@gmail.com

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

ISSUE DECEMBER 2018

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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Hurricane Michael Cont.

O&L FARMS

Graceville Goat, Sheep, Chicken Auction, LLC 916 White Avenue • Graceville, FL Every Thursday: 5 PM - until Miscellaneous & Animals

Perennial Peanut is a high-quality persistent tropical forage legume that can be grazed or fed to horses, dairy and beef cattle, hogs, goats, sheep, and rabbits. It can be stored as dry hay or silage and is an ideal substitute for imported alfalfa.

German Shorthair Pointer puppies & older dogs; game birds, flight condition; 22 caliber revolver, Heritage Rough Rider; 693-5001 or gumbotye64@gmail.com.

• No Buyer Premiums • Open to Public

7 cubic foot chest freezer, $95; garden tiller, $100; 209-2874, after 4 p.m.

Round 4x5 rolls also available

#AB3552

Square Bales Available for Sale Perennial Peanut - A Forage

Legume of Commercial Importance

850-573-2157 850-263-0793 Buyers & Sellers Welcome

(850) 547-1794 (850) 303-4364

Art Little

Touchton’s Barns & Sheds

• Pole Barns • Equipment Sheds • Enclosed Sheds, Etc.

Over 20 years experience

“We Work to please YOU” Above left: Mutual aid crews from MS assist WFEC after Hurricane Michael; Above right: The Ski Inn in Compass Lake in the Hills after Hurricane Michael's devastating winds blew through; Below: Halloween morning near Sneads, while linemen worked by his home, a little WFEC member wanted to have his photo taken with them while wearing his costume. The crew from Singing River Electric & WFEC's own, David Brannon, were happy to take a moment to do so. It made his day & theirs.

#CBC1256015 “In God We Trust”

Brown

Pump Repair Davis

and

Septic

Son’s Plumbing & Tank Service

• New Installation • Drainfield Repair/Replacement • Septic Tank Pumping & Service • Free Estimates

Bonifay: 956-4329 • Chipley: 638-5406 State Certified CFC1425994 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

ISSUE DECEMBER 2018

Rainbow vacuum w/all attachments, $800; Queen Anne chairs, two blue, one burgundy, $50 each; 30” diameter tea table, solid cherry, Ethan Allen; swivel blue rocker, $35; tripod walker, $75, all excellent condition; 209-6774.

(850) 307-4449

638-7221 www.brownpumprepair.com

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Multiple Listings

Together We Can Stay Safe

Digging too close to a padmounted transformer like the one above can damage underground cables, leading to electrical shock or interruptions in service. Use caution when landscaping.

Call 811 before you dig and stay safe.

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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Miscellaneous (cont.)

Firewood, cut & split, short-bed pick up $50, long-bed pickup, $60, you load; lightered; 768-0529, Terry.

Catawba trees; 768-1109.

Sugar cane for seed or grinding; 849-2250.

Megatar Mobius 12 string combo guitar & bass guitar, $800; 579-8867 or garywofsey@aol.com.

D West Florida Turf SO SOCentipede • St. Augustine • 419 Bermuda D Centipede Seed

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

Miscellaneous (cont.)

Sour Cream Walnut Coffee Cake Submitted by: Roberta Peacock tion Installa ! le Availab

CBC1257046 backwoodsbuildings@yahoo.com

1240 South Blvd. • Chipley, FL 32428 www.backwoodsbuildings.net

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

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

850-676-4903 Adams Tree Service, llc

Family Owned & Operated w/ 20 Years Experience

Tree Removal Hazardous Tree Removal Trimming/Bobcat Work

• Fully Insured

• FREE Estimates

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

Treasures cookbook, simple & easy recipes, $12; 569-2697.

Split oak firewood, located in Graceville/Cottondale; 573-2904.

Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter, softened 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 3 eggs 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1-2 teaspoons vanilla 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 pint sour cream

Western saddle, like new, $200; 579-4902.

26’x26’ tarp, washed & folded, $200; 592-2053.

Directions: Combine butter & sugar, beat until light & fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla. Combine dry ingredients & add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream. Mix well after each addition.

Sears NordicTrack Vertex weight bench, competitor weight bench, cast iron weights, $800 OBO; 593-6088.

Custom handmade brooch bows; 703-1256 or yvonnemariej@icloud.com.

Filling: 3/4 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon chopped walnuts

Debbie Roney Smith Full Time Realtor since 1996 Multi-Million Dollar Producer

Directions: Combine well. Spoon about 1/3 cake batter into a greased and floured 10” tube pan. Sprinkle with 1/3 of nut mixture. Repeat layers twice. Bake for 1 hour or until done. Let stand 5 minutes in pan. Then place on serving dish and drizzle with “confectioner’s sugar glaze” (recipe for glaze not included).

4420 Lafayette St. Marianna, FL 32446 Call or Text (850) 209-8039 debson1999@gmail.com

I’m a REALTOR~I’m American Gold

SURVEYOR

Florida Licensed Surveyor since 1969

Roger Lonsway Home Office: 638-7412

We can help you with the financial decisions of both business and everyday life. What matters most to us is a vibrant community, successful schools, growing businesses and financial security.

Mobile: 260-5438

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

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

ffbf.com |

Bonifay: 850-547-8250 • Marianna: 850-526-7144 Graceville: 850-263-3225 • Chipley: 850-638-7892 PAGE 12

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

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.

Closed

Thursdays Saturday Afternoons Sundays

Wright’s Recycling • 1928 Edenfield Dr. • Grand Ridge, FL • (850) 592-2634 ISSUE DECEMBER 2018

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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Remembering Our Fallen Comrades

A

uthentic - a word that has been used to describe the type of man James “Bo” Albert Ussery Sr. was. And, he was. Authentic. But, he was so much more than that. It’s so very difficult to put into words what he meant to his family and friends and to us, his work family. Other words that can be used to describe his character are determined, hardworking, generous, compassionate and good-hearted, just to name a few.

“He had the biggest heart behind the toughest exterior. He never cut me any slack, or anyone else for that matter. He took his job very seriously, and expected the same 110% out of every one of his co-workers. Working with him made me a better employee and a better person. He was generous, and cantankerous, and serious, and demanding, and animated, and compassionate. He was authentic,” said his friend and co-worker, Penny Bryan.

“He never failed to stop by to chat, to tell you he appreciated what you did, or to lend a hand when someone was in need. He took care of those he loved. If he loved you, you were blessed. There is no way to describe the hole in our hearts, in our work family today. We are forever changed because our paths were entangled with this man. For that, I am grateful. God has an eternal plan for each one of us. He must have needed an amazing serviceman in Heaven. Godspeed, Bo. We love you,” she continued.

These words describe him perfectly.

There is, indeed, a hole in our hearts today and every day. Bo was 60 years old and had been working with West Florida Electric Cooperative since July 17, 1987. He recently celebrated 31 years of proudly serving WFEC’s members.

Always there to lend an ear, provide advice or offer a helping hand, Bo was dependable and honest. He’d shoot it to you straight – even if that wasn’t what you wanted to hear. He was also always there to provide a word of encouragement when you needed it.

He was a mentor to many of the younger linemen and other employees working at our cooperative. He’d take up extra time with anyone who needed it and was willing to share his wisdom and knowledge with the younger generation.

Earlier this year, Bo spoke in front of his linemen brothers at the cooperative’s Lineman Appreciation Day Luncheon, giving an inspiring, James "Bo" Ussery

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impromptu speech. He encouraged the linemen he worked with to train the new, younger men the right way, to teach them the safe way to work. He pointed to the fact that he had a son & grandson now working in the electric utility industry - that the Usserys are a utility family, and that is why he believed in preaching and practicing safety.

On October 24, 2018, we lost Bo and two other linemen, George Cesil and Ryan Barrett of Lee Electrical Construction in North Carolina in a tragic accident. All three of them were doing what they loved – helping people by restoring power in the aftermath of one of the strongest hurricanes to ever hit our state, when they were struck by a vehicle driven by an impaired driver. The loss of these three men has left a void in the lives of everyone who knew and loved them, and we are forever changed because of their impact on our lives.

The hallways of West Florida Electric will never be the same without Bo’s smile, his voice and his boisterous laughter. We will miss hearing that every day. You are missed, 1795.* *Note: Each lineman and dispatcher are given call signs (numbers) to use on the radio system. 1795 was Bo’s.

George Cesil

Ryan Barrett

A Prayer for Linemen We come to you with grateful hearts for those who are dedicated to serving their fellow man.

To those who show their love for you by risking their lives to do whatever they can.

A lineman is taken for granted until a convenience we must do without.

They work until the job is done, of this there's never a doubt.

Please, Dear Lord, watch over them and protect them with your Almighty Hand.

Return them to their homes with blessing for their families and help them to understand that a lineman's time is not his own and a schedule not one he chose for the day, but a service that you have instilled in him as you guide him in your kind and loving way.

Amen.

Aaron Burnett - Bayside Electric

ISSUE DECEMBER 2018

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

PAGE 11

Remembering Our Fallen Comrades

A

uthentic - a word that has been used to describe the type of man James “Bo” Albert Ussery Sr. was. And, he was. Authentic. But, he was so much more than that. It’s so very difficult to put into words what he meant to his family and friends and to us, his work family. Other words that can be used to describe his character are determined, hardworking, generous, compassionate and good-hearted, just to name a few.

“He had the biggest heart behind the toughest exterior. He never cut me any slack, or anyone else for that matter. He took his job very seriously, and expected the same 110% out of every one of his co-workers. Working with him made me a better employee and a better person. He was generous, and cantankerous, and serious, and demanding, and animated, and compassionate. He was authentic,” said his friend and co-worker, Penny Bryan.

“He never failed to stop by to chat, to tell you he appreciated what you did, or to lend a hand when someone was in need. He took care of those he loved. If he loved you, you were blessed. There is no way to describe the hole in our hearts, in our work family today. We are forever changed because our paths were entangled with this man. For that, I am grateful. God has an eternal plan for each one of us. He must have needed an amazing serviceman in Heaven. Godspeed, Bo. We love you,” she continued.

These words describe him perfectly.

There is, indeed, a hole in our hearts today and every day. Bo was 60 years old and had been working with West Florida Electric Cooperative since July 17, 1987. He recently celebrated 31 years of proudly serving WFEC’s members.

Always there to lend an ear, provide advice or offer a helping hand, Bo was dependable and honest. He’d shoot it to you straight – even if that wasn’t what you wanted to hear. He was also always there to provide a word of encouragement when you needed it.

He was a mentor to many of the younger linemen and other employees working at our cooperative. He’d take up extra time with anyone who needed it and was willing to share his wisdom and knowledge with the younger generation.

Earlier this year, Bo spoke in front of his linemen brothers at the cooperative’s Lineman Appreciation Day Luncheon, giving an inspiring, James "Bo" Ussery

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CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

impromptu speech. He encouraged the linemen he worked with to train the new, younger men the right way, to teach them the safe way to work. He pointed to the fact that he had a son & grandson now working in the electric utility industry - that the Usserys are a utility family, and that is why he believed in preaching and practicing safety.

On October 24, 2018, we lost Bo and two other linemen, George Cesil and Ryan Barrett of Lee Electrical Construction in North Carolina in a tragic accident. All three of them were doing what they loved – helping people by restoring power in the aftermath of one of the strongest hurricanes to ever hit our state, when they were struck by a vehicle driven by an impaired driver. The loss of these three men has left a void in the lives of everyone who knew and loved them, and we are forever changed because of their impact on our lives.

The hallways of West Florida Electric will never be the same without Bo’s smile, his voice and his boisterous laughter. We will miss hearing that every day. You are missed, 1795.* *Note: Each lineman and dispatcher are given call signs (numbers) to use on the radio system. 1795 was Bo’s.

George Cesil

Ryan Barrett

A Prayer for Linemen We come to you with grateful hearts for those who are dedicated to serving their fellow man.

To those who show their love for you by risking their lives to do whatever they can.

A lineman is taken for granted until a convenience we must do without.

They work until the job is done, of this there's never a doubt.

Please, Dear Lord, watch over them and protect them with your Almighty Hand.

Return them to their homes with blessing for their families and help them to understand that a lineman's time is not his own and a schedule not one he chose for the day, but a service that you have instilled in him as you guide him in your kind and loving way.

Amen.

Aaron Burnett - Bayside Electric

ISSUE DECEMBER 2018

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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Miscellaneous (cont.)

Firewood, cut & split, short-bed pick up $50, long-bed pickup, $60, you load; lightered; 768-0529, Terry.

Catawba trees; 768-1109.

Sugar cane for seed or grinding; 849-2250.

Megatar Mobius 12 string combo guitar & bass guitar, $800; 579-8867 or garywofsey@aol.com.

D West Florida Turf SO SOCentipede • St. Augustine • 419 Bermuda D Centipede Seed

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

Miscellaneous (cont.)

Sour Cream Walnut Coffee Cake Submitted by: Roberta Peacock tion Installa ! le Availab

CBC1257046 backwoodsbuildings@yahoo.com

1240 South Blvd. • Chipley, FL 32428 www.backwoodsbuildings.net

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

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

850-676-4903 Adams Tree Service, llc

Family Owned & Operated w/ 20 Years Experience

Tree Removal Hazardous Tree Removal Trimming/Bobcat Work

• Fully Insured

• FREE Estimates

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

Treasures cookbook, simple & easy recipes, $12; 569-2697.

Split oak firewood, located in Graceville/Cottondale; 573-2904.

Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter, softened 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 3 eggs 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1-2 teaspoons vanilla 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 pint sour cream

Western saddle, like new, $200; 579-4902.

26’x26’ tarp, washed & folded, $200; 592-2053.

Directions: Combine butter & sugar, beat until light & fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla. Combine dry ingredients & add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream. Mix well after each addition.

Sears NordicTrack Vertex weight bench, competitor weight bench, cast iron weights, $800 OBO; 593-6088.

Custom handmade brooch bows; 703-1256 or yvonnemariej@icloud.com.

Filling: 3/4 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon chopped walnuts

Debbie Roney Smith Full Time Realtor since 1996 Multi-Million Dollar Producer

Directions: Combine well. Spoon about 1/3 cake batter into a greased and floured 10” tube pan. Sprinkle with 1/3 of nut mixture. Repeat layers twice. Bake for 1 hour or until done. Let stand 5 minutes in pan. Then place on serving dish and drizzle with “confectioner’s sugar glaze” (recipe for glaze not included).

4420 Lafayette St. Marianna, FL 32446 Call or Text (850) 209-8039 debson1999@gmail.com

I’m a REALTOR~I’m American Gold

SURVEYOR

Florida Licensed Surveyor since 1969

Roger Lonsway Home Office: 638-7412

We can help you with the financial decisions of both business and everyday life. What matters most to us is a vibrant community, successful schools, growing businesses and financial security.

Mobile: 260-5438

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

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

ffbf.com |

Bonifay: 850-547-8250 • Marianna: 850-526-7144 Graceville: 850-263-3225 • Chipley: 850-638-7892 PAGE 12

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

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.

Closed

Thursdays Saturday Afternoons Sundays

Wright’s Recycling • 1928 Edenfield Dr. • Grand Ridge, FL • (850) 592-2634 ISSUE DECEMBER 2018

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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Hurricane Michael Cont.

O&L FARMS

Graceville Goat, Sheep, Chicken Auction, LLC 916 White Avenue • Graceville, FL Every Thursday: 5 PM - until Miscellaneous & Animals

Perennial Peanut is a high-quality persistent tropical forage legume that can be grazed or fed to horses, dairy and beef cattle, hogs, goats, sheep, and rabbits. It can be stored as dry hay or silage and is an ideal substitute for imported alfalfa.

German Shorthair Pointer puppies & older dogs; game birds, flight condition; 22 caliber revolver, Heritage Rough Rider; 693-5001 or gumbotye64@gmail.com.

• No Buyer Premiums • Open to Public

7 cubic foot chest freezer, $95; garden tiller, $100; 209-2874, after 4 p.m.

Round 4x5 rolls also available

#AB3552

Square Bales Available for Sale Perennial Peanut - A Forage

Legume of Commercial Importance

850-573-2157 850-263-0793 Buyers & Sellers Welcome

(850) 547-1794 (850) 303-4364

Art Little

Touchton’s Barns & Sheds

• Pole Barns • Equipment Sheds • Enclosed Sheds, Etc.

Over 20 years experience

“We Work to please YOU” Above left: Mutual aid crews from MS assist WFEC after Hurricane Michael; Above right: The Ski Inn in Compass Lake in the Hills after Hurricane Michael's devastating winds blew through; Below: Halloween morning near Sneads, while linemen worked by his home, a little WFEC member wanted to have his photo taken with them while wearing his costume. The crew from Singing River Electric & WFEC's own, David Brannon, were happy to take a moment to do so. It made his day & theirs.

#CBC1256015 “In God We Trust”

Brown

Pump Repair Davis

and

Septic

Son’s Plumbing & Tank Service

• New Installation • Drainfield Repair/Replacement • Septic Tank Pumping & Service • Free Estimates

Bonifay: 956-4329 • Chipley: 638-5406 State Certified CFC1425994 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

ISSUE DECEMBER 2018

Rainbow vacuum w/all attachments, $800; Queen Anne chairs, two blue, one burgundy, $50 each; 30” diameter tea table, solid cherry, Ethan Allen; swivel blue rocker, $35; tripod walker, $75, all excellent condition; 209-6774.

(850) 307-4449

638-7221 www.brownpumprepair.com

PAGE 8

Multiple Listings

Together We Can Stay Safe

Digging too close to a padmounted transformer like the one above can damage underground cables, leading to electrical shock or interruptions in service. Use caution when landscaping.

Call 811 before you dig and stay safe.

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

PAGE 13

Hurricane Michael Cont...

Multiple Listings (cont.)

Square bale annual peanut hay; round 5x5 rolls fertilized grass hay, string or net wrapped; grain fed beef; John Deere 535 round bailer; 263-3427.

2 double commercial Vulcan ovens; 1 Piper proofing cabinet; 2 double American Metal Works coffee makers; 1 60” American Range griddle; 60” Bayonne cold serving counter; electric pressure steamer oven; Cleveland tilting skillet; 415-0851.

Frigidaire refrigerator with ice maker, like new, $350; concrete benches, $60; potter wheel, $400; molds; mirrors; 547-4114.

Three-horse slant trailer; barrel, roping, pleasure saddles, tack; solo weight machine; coon dogs; grain & gravity flow wagons; 592-2494.

Coastal hay 5x5 roll, excellent quality, covered; Colt Detective pistol, 38 caliber, collector, Nikon scope, new 3x9x40; 592-4798.

Nextbook Notebook, $40; Baby items, neutral colors; baby stationary play center, $20; baby walker, $15; 624-8840 or 768-3467.

It’s almost time to deck those halls! Statistics show that home fires & electrical accidents typically increase during winter months, so keep these holiday lighting tips in mind for a safe holiday season.

Carefully inspect all electrical decorations before you use them. Cracked or damaged sockets and/or loose or exposed wires can cause serious shock or start a fire.

Consider purchasing LED lights, which use less energy & run cooler than traditional incandescent lights.

Never mount or support light strings in a way that might damage the cord’s insulation.

Make sure that cords are not pinched in doors, windows or under heavy furniture, which could damage the cord’s insulation.

Always unplug electrical decorations before replacing bulbs or fuses.

Turn off all indoor & outdoor electrical decorations before leaving home or going to sleep.

CB Roofing

2862 Union Hill Church Road Bonifay, FL 32425

Shingles • Metal • All Types 24 Years Experience New Roofs & Re-Roofs Repairs Warranty 5 Year Workmanship Owner: Chuck Brinkley FL License# RC 0067463

850.263.1626 334.798.4125

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Above left: Debris in downtown Altha; Above right: Right-of-way workers from Asplundh cut & clear debris from Hurricane Michael ahead of line crews; Below left: More damage to poles & transformers from the storm; Below right: Mutual aid crews from Clay Electric Cooperative work to replace poles & lines.

Edwards Limited Fencing and Clearing Liability Company Let Us Get Your Property Back in Order

334-726-5439 850-260-9509

Cody Edwards Owner

SERVICES OFFERED: • Tree Removal • Debri Hauling • Brush Mulching • Land Clearing • Private & Commercial Fencing

edwardsfencingandcattle@gmail.com

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

ISSUE DECEMBER 2018

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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The Scenes of Hurricane Michael ...

TATUM’S HARDWARE Hwy. 71 Marianna

Mobile Home Power Pole

(850) 482-5513

100 amp $23695 200 amp $31995

Ag Sprayers Sprayer Repair Parts Baler Twine

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

Glen Scott

American Construction & Remodel, LLC

Specializing in Hardie Board Siding

850-628-1906

Stump Grinding Best Service

(850) 209-2105

Owner: Stephen Yates

Marianna, Florida

(850) 638-0790

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Fax: (850) 638-8069

Purchase this ad for ONLY $42.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

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

Call (850) 263-3231

Your Remodeling Pros

• Total Renovations • Vinyl

850.573.0616

Best Prices

RC #29027247 RR #282811560 Licensed & Insured Free Estimates

Williams Home Improvements No Job Too Big or Small

• Roofing • Additions

850.674.8092

Multiple Listings (cont.)

Handicap equipment, cane, walker, bench w/back; gas grill; stainless steel double sink; arm saw; Abington china plates (20); 638-3200.

Revere 16mm model 48 projector; magazine 16 camera; Norwood director light meter; Power Light Junior lighting bar; all items in good condition w/cases, $175; 849-3193.

Full size mattress, $50; 23 Quart pressure cooker, never used, $40; 956-9963.

Real Estate 10 acre pasture, fenced, barn w/stalls, deep well, storage shelter, pecan trees, $60,000 OBO; 263-4748.

1 acre lot at Compass Lake in the Hills, corner lot, 340’ deep well, owner financing available, beautiful trees, reduced to $10,000; 326-7653.

1999 Redman manufactured home, 3BR/2BA, excellent condition, new metal roof, heat pump, $15,000 OBO; 326-8931.

134 acres, John Marsh Road & 177A, $450,000 cash; 548-1244.

3BR/2BA renovated home w/appliances, 5 fertile acres, ready for livestock, $85,000; 703-0938.

1.5 acres, water view on Silver Lake, cleared, 16x20 building/carport, electricity, RV 30 amp, well 80 ft.

Hwy. 167; 896-3561.

Top left: Broken poles on Mill Road; Top right: Asplundh workers direct traffic; Middle left: broken pole in a hay field in Jackson County; Bottom left: Leaning poles in the Compass Lake area; Bottom right: WFEC lineman, Michael Boatwright wades through a swamp to geth the job done.

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Recreational Vehicles 2016 Passport Model 2510RB travel trailer, like new, never camped in, no smoking, no pets, $17,000; 535-2772.

Bass Tracker boat 16’, 40 HP Mercury 4 stroke engine, on board gas tank, battery charger, run on trailer, more, $15,300 OBO; 263-9572.

2006 Harley Davidson Softail Heritage Classic, maroon, 22,000 miles, $10,500; 768-8868.

Vehicles 1.5 ton 1968 International Loadstar 1600 truck, all metal body, electric tailgate, gas powered, $2,500; 334-652-2408.

Phone Number Directory for WFEC: We've created a list of helpful phone numbers you can use to report power outages or contact the cooperative. In the hopes of clearing up any confusion, we have provided a brief description of the the service you will access or reach when calling or texting each number.

2005 Chevrolet Silverado Z-71 off road, 168,000 miles, runs great, tool box, custom stereo, $6,500; 638-0085.

2001 328i BMW, 79,000 miles, $11,500; 209-1372.

2014 Toyota Camry, 4 cylinder automatic, very clean, non-smoker, back up camera, Bluetooth capabilities, 70,000 miles, warranty remaining, $13,500; 326-3613.

1995 Nissan pickup, 166,000 miles, not drivable, engine will run but needs parts, $800; 326-4842.

Triumph TR3 Roadster, in process of restoration, you finish, new parts; 638-0745.

2008 Honda Civic, new paint, new tires, new brakes, cold AC, oil changed, $5,500 OBO; 896-8055.

WANTED

(850) 263-7788

Paper Only Bingo. Located across the street from Graceville High School.

Open 6 days a week. Closed Tuesdays. Session at 7:30 nightly.

Horse, ponies, mules, donkeys; 592-2494.

$50 payouts before & after session. Pull tab games up to $1,000!

Friday nights: All sessions pay $250!

Saturdays: Jackpot games @ 4, 5, 6, 7, 9 & 10 Sundays: Balloon games - win up to $250!

Wednesdays & Sundays: T-shirt night

Small Baptist church is in need of a pianist; 592-4846.

Gas, oil, automotive, soda signs; oil cans, gas pumps, local advertisement, or any related items; 209-2012.

Collector looking for old beer cans, any found in walls of damaged homes; kcrollman@yahoo.com.

License plates from any state, mainly FL, prior to 1980; old motorcycles or parts prior to 1960; Greg 557-7030.

Horses; ponies; mules; donkeys; 569-5511.

Toll-Free Outage Hotline: (844) OUTAGE1 • (844) 688-2431

Visit www.hwy77bingo.com for all early bird, daily, monthly & holiday specials.

Automated Customer Service Line: (855) MYWFECA • (855) 699-3322 Use this number to conduct general business transactions like making payments or to report power outages at any time. You can also access account info, or speak with a CSR during business hours.

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

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

Xtreme Southern Kustomizing

(850) 263-4861 (850) 703-4442

593-4455

Woodham Rd., Graceville, FL

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

Fred O’Neal II

O’Neal’s Dozer Service, Inc.

Outage Texting Service: (800) 342-7400 Use this number to report a power outage at your location via text. To sign up, text WFEC to (800) 342-7400. *Please note the phone numbers listed on your WFEC account must be updated & must include a cell phone number for this service to work* You can also call this number to reach the co-op at any time for any reason.

Hill’s Tree Service Home/Farm (cont.)

GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE

Use this number to report a power outage at your location 24/7. This is the best number to use after hours to report outages.

Other Useful Numbers: Graceville office: (850) 263-3231 • Bonifay office: (850) 547-9325 • Sneads office: (850) 593-6491 • Toll-free: (800) 342-7400

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HWY. 77 BINGO, INC.

500 or 1,000 gallon used propane tank, in good condition; 334-333-3533 call or text.

1977 Land Clearing • Rootraking • Road Building • Ponds Demolition since

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

Kemp shredder, very old, steel hammer mills, rubber wheels, 5 HP, B&S motor, $200 OBO; 703-9134.

Miscellaneous Brush guard for Ford F-150, fits 2015 & newer, looks like new, $200; 260-4127.

Camper top for S-10 LWB truck, $400 OBO; 263-4190, Kenny.

Pecan tree saplings; Tupelo trees in pots, $5 & up; 547-3250.

Homemade quilts, hand quilted, all sizes; 547-3649.

Wire dog cage, 42.75” long x 28.5 wide x 30.5 high, never used, $50; 547-4639.

Panhandle Pump Repair & Filtration Service

Shelled pecans, $8/quart; 547-4924.

What’s in YOUR Water?

Bird houses, bird feeders, hand crafted wooden toys, toy boxes, plant stands, children’s furniture, nativity scenes; 547-9269.

John White Owner

3024 Firefly Lane Vernon, FL 32462 ISSUE DECEMBER 2018

Over 40 Years Experience License #2252

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

2014 utility trailer, 6’x10’, higher sides, excellent condition, $950; 352-552-4054.

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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Animals/Livestock (cont.)

Hinson Land Clearing

Appliances

30 Years Experience • Owned & Operated by Francis Hinson

(850) 481-2960

Kenmore upright freezer, $200; 593-5159.

Washer; dryer; dishwasher; refrigerator; dorm fridge; all working, just upgrading; 638-4479.

Whirlpool 21 cubic foot refrigerator, stainless steel, one-year-old, $400; 956-1224.

Home/Farm Barn stored grass hay, $40/roll; 209-0636.

Fertilized barn stored hay, 4x5 rolls; 258-0020.

Hay, 4x4 rolls, fertilized, barn stored, $22.50; 579-2732.

Westmoreland Silverware for 8 w/case, gravy ladle, pie server, teaspoons, soup spoons, serving spoons, meat carving set, 55 pieces total, $200 OBO; 638-9587 or 260-5016.

• Refrigeration • Heating & Cooling • Ice Machines • Residential/Commercial

Stump & Debris Removal Bulldozer & Excavator Work Tractor Services Including Bush Hogging, Discing & Spraying

Dachshund & Chihuahua mixed puppies; 768-9262.

Tri-County Gas S ervice , I nc .

Tri-County Gas S ervice , I nc .

“Home Folks Serving Home Folks”

McIntosh

547-3696 #RM0048955

Armondi Roofing, LLC Re-roof Specialist

Shingles • Flat Roofs • Re-Roofs

in Chipley is seeking a part-time Music Director to lead Sunday morning congregational worship. Contact newprospect.church@yahoo.com or call 850-703-3363.

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(850) 638-2611

Stacey Alday

Owner/Operator (850) 557-7290

(850) 209-2501

We buy boats & motors!

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

Jackson Farm Well Services

200-Amp Power Pole $279.95

Patrick Jackson

100 - Amp Power Pole $189.95

850-592-9530 or 850-573-6623

Delivery & Installation Available Rick Carnley - Lic. # EC-13006648

AFFORDABLE SEAMLESS GUTTERS

Florida Meter Pole Company, Inc.

Contact Rick at 526-2183 or Anthony Register at 573-0219

1001 USES Portable Buildings, Carports & Garages Mobile Home & RV Supplies

Free Estimates

5 Year Workmanship Warranty Licensed & Insured #CCC1330359

(850) 547-2934

LLC/Insured/ 40 Years Experience

Josh Alday

Sneads

New Roofs & All Types of Repairs

New Prospect Baptist Church

Carpenter/Handyman Build It - Fix It Clean It - Haul It

Licensed & Insured LI20000696600

Outboard & Small Engine

For All Your Propane Needs 415 S. Waukesha St., Bonifay

or monthly rental

ALDAY’S Bobcat & Tree Service

Chipley, FL 32428

638-7105

• Special rates for weekly

(850) 547-3698 • Bonifay

3433 Pear Tree Lane Bonifay, FL 32425

Call for All Your Equipment: 423-313-0667

Grand Ridge

Lic# RM0048955

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

850.768.3697 850.768.3114

Rentals by the Day, Week, Month We Deliver & Pick Up as Your Needs Change

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

• 15 ton 107 ft. boom

License Number: CMC1250499

Oxygen • Acetylene • C02 • Argon 75/25 Rods, Tips, Wire Welding Accessories We service all welding machines.

Walt Davidson - Owner/Operator Tractor Rental, Bush Hog, Box Blades, Post Hole Oger, Back Hoe, Front-End Loaders, Tree Graber

Have Sawmill, Will Travel

Commercial & Residential Use

Finch’s Welding Supply Art’s Home Services

Davidson Equipment Rentals

OLEN BARFIELD

TRI-COUNTY CRANE $100 per hour SERVICE Travel one way

William Crutchfield Enterprises, Inc.

850-526-3797 E WE MOV LE PORTAB GS IN D IL U B

4673 HIGHWAY 90 E.

MARIANNA (Across from CVS)

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

20-Years Limited Warranty 21 Colors to Choose From

Gary McIntosh

(850) 593-0009

Bush Paint & Supply

Used Front end loader w/backhoe, Ford, Caterpillar, or John Deere, four wheel drive in good condition; 592-2218, leave a message.

Vicion Model 2400 hay cutter; 592-4740.

Caregivers to assist w/ companionship, driving to doctor appointments/errands, light housekeeping, meal prep, grooming/ bathing & help to the bathroom, day or overnight, live in positions, must be honest, drug free & have verifiable references; 766-5889.

Smaller gravity flow wagon with auger, must be in good condition & reasonably priced. 956-2881.

Have Medicare questions?

I have answers.

Gene Alford Licensed Sales Representative 4427 Market St. Marianna, FL 32446 850-209-1381, TTY 711 UHCMedicareSolutions.com

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

263-4744 • 971 6th Ave., Graceville

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 DECEMBER 2018

Wanted (cont.)

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)

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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Community Calendar

Four beautiful kittens, spayed/ neutered, all shots, litter & outdoor trained, only to great homes; 263-9171.

A Classic Country Christmas December 8; 7:00 p.m.

Spanish Trail Playhouse, 680 Second Street, Chipley Directed by Jimmy Miller, The Classic Chipley Christmas includes classic and traditional Christmas carols and songs featuring local and regional performers. Make this show a part of your Christmas celebration to get your season started! Tickets are just $15 and will sell out quickly so get yours today! They can be purchased online at www.spanishtrailplayhouse.com or by calling 638-9113.

Woven wire fencing, barbed wire, fence posts, gates, you take down; 547-5019.

Canning jars, all sizes; 593-6593.

Piano; 851-8495.

10 Bantam hens; 2 Bantam roosters; 956-2502.

Half bulldog & half Blue Heeler puppies, two males & one female, working dogs, to a good home; 260-6117.

WISEFLY AUTO GLASS - EST. 2007

WINDSHIELD REPLACEMENTS CALL NOW (850) 387-2400 MV100767 any glass any vehicle 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, article or information.

This Institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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Farm Credit of Northwest Florida AgVocator Scholarship Deadline: February 11, 2019 by 5:00 p.m. (CST) or 6:00 p.m. (EST) Farm Credit of Northwest Florida is offering six $1,500 scholarships to high school students. Preference will be given to students pursuing a career in Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture or Veterinary Medicine. Scholarships are awarded to applicants based on academic aptitude, vocational promise, personal attributes and leadership qualities. Applicants must be a high school senior planning on attending college and in good academic standing; complete a scholarship application; provide an official copy of their transcript; a resume of work history; activities, honors, volunteer efforts; an essay about how the applicant plans to use their chosen career path and a signed letter of recommendation. Family members of employees or directors of Farm Credit are not eligible. A completed application must be received by Feb. 11, 2019. Applications are available online at www. farmcredit-fl.com. Email completed applications and supporting materials to Farm Credit of Northwest Florida Scholarship Program – humanresources@farmcredit-fl.com.

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 New & Emergency Patients Welcome

Dr. Ernie Hooper, Dr. John Wilson, Dr. Brian Parker & Dr. Hilary Whitaker 1410-A Brickyard Rd, Chipley ...................................... 415-1411 110 E. North Ave, Bonifay ............................................ 547-9290 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

A Look Back at Hurricane Michael

CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE

O

ctober 10, 2018 is a day most of us will not ever forget. That’s the day Hurricane Michael turned our lives upside down.

Michael is the first Category 4 hurricane to make landfall in Florida’s Panhandle since record-keeping began in 1851. It has been documented as the third most intense hurricane landfall in recorded U.S. history and is the strongest storm to ever hit Florida's Panhandle.

The day after it rolled through our area, only 191 meters on WFEC’s distribution system actually had power. That means, over 27,000 meters on our system were not receiving any power at all. Downed lines and broken poles were a common sight. IIn fact, WFEC had to replace as many as 4,526 poles across its service area. Many of the co-op’s members continue struggling in the aftermath of this storm and our thoughts and prayers remain with them.

As previously announced, the co-op will not charge delinquent fees or penalties at this time. Normal business operating procedures will resume on January 1, 2019. This will, hopefully, help our members get through the holiday season. We are not disconnecting services to prepaid accounts or other accounts at this time. Payment extension arrangements are being made with members as needed upon request.

WFEC has also provided a list of agencies that can assist our members with paying their electric bills below. If you have specific questions relating to your account, please contact your district office or call 800-342-7400.

Animals/Livestock Bred & Open Angus & Sim-Angus heifers, some first calf cows; 209-3970.

Silver fox bunnies, $20 each; 703-1095.

English Mastiff puppies, shots & papers, Fawns & apricots; 718-8266.

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

Relief Agencies Assisting with Bill Payments Name

County

Phone

Contact

Tri-County Community Council Holmes LIHEAP Holmes County Ministerial Holmes Assoc. Family Resource Center Council on Aging EHEAP 60+ Holmes

547-4263

Charlotte/Barbara

547-5170

Carmela

547-2345

Ginny Cooper

Tri-County Community Council Washington LIHEAP Salvation Army Washington Love in Action Washington

638-4520 Ext 28

Vanessa/Sherry

638-7102 638-2706

Tim Barry

Salvation Army Jackson County Sr. Citizens

Jackson Jackson

482-1075 482-5028/263-4650

Tim Josephine

Community Action

Calhoun

674-5067

Casite Barbee

ISSUE DECEMBER 2018

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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Energy Efficiency Tip:

FLASHES

Heading out of town for the holidays? Remember to unplug electronics that draw a phantom energy load. Some gadgets, like TVs, gaming consoles, chargers & DVD players use energy when plugged into an outlet - even when they’re not in use.

USPS: 702-990 | ISSN: 1042-7767 | VOL 68, NO 12

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 as a service to the Co-op’s members. Periodicals postage is paid at Graceville, Florida.

WFEC Board of Directors

Middlebrooks Contractors, Inc. Serving the Area for Over 60 Years

Rent-All • We have everything you need!

Equipment Rentals, Tractors, Trenchers, Etc. Septic Tank Service, Installation & Repair Mobile Home Pads • Land Clearing • Excavation

Ph: (850) 547-3658 Plumbing • Electrical Licensed & Insured

Dirt • Rock • Culverts Randy

Joe E.

BUSH

RONE

Providing quality printing and service to the Florida panhandle and south Alabama since 1961.

Purchase this size ad for ONLY $100/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

955 Tate Drive Dothan, Alabama 334-792-8408 • dplinc@graceba.net

(850) 263-3231

David

John

TATUM

ADAMS

District 1

District 4 / Secretary-Treasurer

John C.

Tim

HALL Roofing, Siding & Building, LLC Residential • Commercial

Andy Hall 850.557.3368 Brent Hall 850.718.7314

District 3

District 2

A. C.

George Clayton

District 5

District 6

MILES

OWENS

READY TO WORK. WHEREVER WORK TAKES YOU. $

0 Frank E.

BONDURANT

HUDSON

Attorney

District 9

A.P.R. Financing For 48 Months

©Kubota Tractor Corporation, 2018

Russell

Executive VP/CEO

# CBC1260614 • # CCC1330769 Free Estimates • 24 Hour Emergency Service Serving Northwest Florida!

24 Hour Emergency Response CBC1255149, CCC1330340, MRSR9

From all of us at WFEC,

RTV-X Series www.KubotaUSA.com

DUNAWAY

Over 21 Years Professional Experience

Peace starts here.

0 DOWN,

%

Myron

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

Mold Removal Remodels Water Damage Additions Fire Damage New Construction

PATRICK

ALFORD

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ST!”

5 Years Labor Warranty • Licensed & Insured

ADVERTISE IN COLOR!!!

Panhandle Tractor 5003 Highway 90 Marianna, Florida 32446

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

“Peace on earth.

Good will to men!”

WFEC offices will be closed Dec. 24-Dec. 25 & Jan. 1 so that we may spend the holidays with our families. If you experience an outage over the holidays, call 844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431) to report it.

ISSUE DECEMBER 2018

People's South Bank Payment Locations: Chipley (850) 415-1320 Greenwood (850) 594-4151 Malone (850) 569-2264 Marianna (850) 526-4331 or (850) 482-4029 Sneads (850) 593-1183

Blountstown (850) 674-5900

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

DECEMBER Altha

(850) 526-2257 *$0 Down, 0% APR financing for up to 48 months on purchases of select new Kubota RTV-X Series equipment from particular dealers’ in-stock inventory is available to qualified purchasers through Kubota Credit Corporation, USA; subject to credit approval. Some exeptions apply. Example: 48 monthly payments of $20.83 per $1,000 financed. Some exceptions apply.

Offer expires 12/31/18. See us or go to KubotaUSA.com for more information. Optional equipment may be shown.

WFEC has convenient locations other than our offices, where you may pay your monthly electric bill on or before the due date.

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

District 7 / Vice President

District 8 / President

WFEC Remote Pay Locations

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.

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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P.O. Box 127 Graceville, FL 32440-0127

West Florida Electric, Your Touchstone Energy Cooperative

Remembering our fallen comrades A Cut Above Sowell Enterprises, Inc. Insulation

(spray foam & batt) Baxter: 850-867-4928 Tim: 850-774-0009

• Tree Removal • Chipper • 15 Ton Crane • Aerial Truck • Pruning & Trimming • Bobcat Work • Hazardous Tree Removal • Stump Removal • Stump Grinding

TREE SERVICE

Pages 10-11

FULLY INSURED • FREE ESTIMATES

LLC

Owner: Jason Morris

BUS: (850) 415-1217 • CELL: (850) 573-1270 INSIDE ...

Merry Christmas!

P.O. Box 724 Graceville, FL 32440 sowellenterprises@earthlink.net

A Look Back at Hurricane Michael ...pg. 3

Gift Certificates Available!

Case Knives on Sale!

C&C CONSTRUCTION & ROOFING

Engineered Buildings Available!

Relief Agency List ...pg. 3

Pole Barn Kits Available Several to choose from.

Scenes of Hurricane ...pgs. 6-8 Michael

RESIDENTIAL ROOFING SPECIALISTS

Fire Pit $219

Serving the Florida Panhandle and Southern Alabama Specializing in residential and commercial roofing projects • Shingle Roofing • All Types of Metal Roofing • Roofing Repairs • All Types of Flat Roofs CALL TODAY FOR FREE ESTIMATES

Hunting Supplies Food Plot Mix Ammo

License #’s FL #CCC1327331 • AL # S-44779

Lodge Cast

Iron www.panhandlesalvage.com

850-547-1001 690 E. Hwy. 90 Bonifay, FL 32425

Safe Holiday Decor ...pg. 14

Locally Owned & Operated

in stock!

Treated Swings in Stock!

850-547-9354

Panhandle Lumber & Supply Tri-State Leader of Barn Kit & Deck Kit Sales Since 1997

405 W. Hwy. 90 • Bonifay, FL

*Prices subject to change. Call to confirm.*

ISSUE DECEMBER 2018

Community Calendar

...pg. 18

Local Classifieds

...pgs. 3-18

Read Online www.WestFlorida.coop

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