June 2015

CURRENT LIGHT

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CURRENT LIGHT

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

ISSUE JUNE

2015

Read Online www.WestFlorida.coop

Is Your Cooling System Running at Peak Efficiency?

VOL

65, NO 6

(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 INSIDE THIS ISSUE

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

Adams Appointed to Board ...pg. 2 of Trustees Setting the Record Straight ...pg. 3 Annual Meeting Recap

...pgs. 5-6

Going on Vacation? Take Us ...pg. 8 With You! Stay Informed with Online Outage Map

...pg. 15

Local Classifieds

...pgs. 3-17

Community Calendar

...pgs. 17-18

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USPS: 702-990 | ISSN: 1042-7767 | VOL 65, NO 5

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

WFEC Board of Directors

John C.

Myron

PATRICK

HUDSON

District 3 / Vice Chairman

District 9 / Board Chairman

Joe E.

Ellis

RONE

NICHOLS

District 8 / Secretary Treasurer

District 1

John

Eugene

ADAMS

ALFORD

District 4

District 2

A. C.

George Clayton

District 5

District 6

OWENS

MILES

Adams Appointed to Board of Trustees

J

ohn Adams, of Graceville, has been appointed to fill the District 4 Board of Trustees seat left vacant by the passing of long-time trustee, Charles Holman.

Adams has been a West Florida Electric member, living in District 4, for 36 years.

Adams is a 1965 graduate of Graceville High School and a 1967 graduate of Chipola College. He also holds a B.S. in Computer & Information Science from Troy University.

He is retired from the Florida Department of Transportation where he was a computer analyst for the Office of the Comptroller. During his career, Adams worked for several state agencies including the Department of Environmental Protection.

Adams and his wife of 47 years, Vivian Wilson Adams, live on the property where Adams grew up and have two children. One daughter, Gina, and her husband Gil, and a son, Shane and his wife, Ashley. These two children have blessed them with seven grandchildren. In their free time Adams and his wife enjoy fishing and spending time with their family, especially their children and grandchildren. They are also long-time members of First Baptist Church in Chipley.

“I look forward to working with the current board members who are fine people and have the best interest of the members at heart,” said Adams.

“I am excited to be part of an organization like this one and have a hand in guiding it into the future,” he continued.

Protect Your Home, Electronics & Appliances from Dangerous POWER SURGES today!

For a limited time, WFEC is offering FREE INSTALLATION on all meter base surge protectors purchased or leased during May or June 2015.

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

Residential

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

BONDURANT Attorney

Russell

DUNAWAY

Executive VP/CEO

Don’t wait until you have damage - protect your household electronics with affordable whole-house surge protection!

WFEC’s surge protection assists in eliminating storm-related & other surges that can damage your home appliances & sensitive electronics CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Commercial

ontractors nc Rent-All-We have everything you need! Equipment Rentals, Wedding Rentals, Etc. Septic Tanks & Drain Line Installation & Repair

Ph: (850) 547-3658

Plumbing • Electrical • Dozier • Backhoe • Excavating

612 W. Hwy. 90 • Bonifay, FL 32425

Dirt Hauling & Tank Cleaning

JUNE Chipley, Bonifay & Graceville 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.

Check us out online!

6” Seamless Gutters Call for Estimates

(850) 693-4127

Surplus & Salvage of Chipley (850) 638-7353

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

You can call now and purchase this space for ONLY $75.00/ month. Reach over 21,000 local residences. COLOR ads catch more attention!!!

LLC

Custom Homes and Additions

Jason Strickland

Certified Contractor Roofing License: RC29027497 Contractor License: CRC1330737

ISSUE JUNE 2015

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

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

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

Painted: $1.89/ft

CBC1257046 backwoodsbuildings@yahoo.com

30x36x10

24x36x10

Any Size e Availabl

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

Strickland Home Builders

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

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

customgutterworks.com

ADVERTISE IN COLOR!!!

1600 Hwy. 90 • Chipley, FL 32428

Pole Barn Kits

Frank E.

Randy

BUSH

District 7

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Attention Members:

$3,195

$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 !

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THANK YOU The family of Velma Corbin would like to express our sincere appreciation for the kindness shown during our time of loss. We appreciate each call, visit, prayer, food and flower. We are truly blessed with such good friends.

The family of Wilmer E. Thomas (Pete) would like to extend sincere expressions of gratitude for the kindness & sympathy shown during the illness and loss of our loved one.

Special thanks to Emerald Coast Hospice. You were a God send, Sandra Thomas

Community Calendar (cont.)

Cabin Patch Summer Camp 2015 June 15-19; June 22-26; July 6-10 & July 13-17 Panhandle Pioneer Settlement, Blountstown Sign your children up for a fun and educational summer camp at the Panhandle Pioneer Settlement. All camps will take place from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon central time. The cost of the camp is $65 per week, per child. Snacks will be provided. Camp will focus on arts, crafts, science and nature walks. Camp for ages 6-8 years, will take place June 15-19 and July 6-10. Camp for students ages 9-12 will take place June 22-26 and July 1317. Call Janice or Lisa at (850) 674-2777 for more information.

Solar Cooking Class Tuesday, June 16; 6:00-8:30 p.m.

Washington County Ag Center, 1424 Jackson Avenue, Chipley Making & using a solar cooker can let you have hot meals when the power is off, keep you from losing food, or just help reduce cooking costs. We’ll demonstrate how to make a solar cooker, provide tips of safely using them and prepare a chicken casserole you can sample. Registration is $5 & The family of Clifton Dickens would includes class materials. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required by like to thank you for the acts of contacting the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265 or the kindness shown during our time of Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108. sorrow.

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

You can call now and purchase this space for ONLY $28.00/month. Reach over 21,000 local residences.

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

Beyond the Loaf Bread Making Class Thursday, July 9; 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Holmes County Ag Center, 1173 E. Hwy. 90, Bonifay Join us as we learn the basics of making flatbread, crackers, hamburger and hot dog buns and other non-loaf breads. Registration is $5 and includes class materials. Pre-registration is required by contacting the Holmes County Extension Offices, 547-1108 or the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265.

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

Russell Dunaway, CEO

CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE

I

sincerely thank the approximately 400 registered members and guests who braved the stormy weather to attend West Florida Electric Cooperative’s Annual Meeting and Member Appreciation Day. It was the first time in my long career that we had inclement weather during the meeting. I also thank the 4,303 members who took time to vote by mail ballot. The three incumbent Trustees were re-elected for another 3-year-term. These gentleman are very deserving of the members’ confidence and trust as shown by their re-election as your representatives on the Board of Trustees.

Some irresponsible campaigning occurred in this year’s election. Several thousand campaign flyers were mailed that attacked the Cooperative, Trustees, Attorney and the CEO. The accusations were an attempt to slander the Cooperative’s leadership including the three Trustees running for re-election. I want to assure all member-owners the Board of Trustees have represented the membership with integrity, honesty and have always held management accountable for running the Cooperative in a responsible manner.

West Florida Electric is a member-owned, private company. The Cooperative, its Trustees and staff, like all other business entities and individuals, are protected under Florida law from defamation and slander in written or verbal form. Your Trustees intend to take whatever measures are necessary to protect your Cooperative and its Trustees and staff from this type of slanderous communication in the future.

We are all very proud to serve the membership and appreciate the overwhelming support and kind words we have received during this difficult election.

Animals/Livestock Live pigs, for roasting, will be ready for July 4 holiday; 326-0697, Tom. White English/American Bulldog pups, wormed & OTD on shots, some have tails docked; 547-6442.

Quail & pheasant chicks; 693-1503, Archie.

Antiques/Collectibles Zippo lighter collection, new, still in box, one or two used, $438; 2720155.

1960s Bremen piano w/bench; 7186548.

OLEN BARFIELD Have Sawmill, Will Travel

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

638-7105

TRI-COUNTY CRANE $100 per hour SERVICE Travel one way Commercial & Residential Use • 15 ton 107 ft. boom

Lic# RM0048955

• Special rates for weekly or monthly rental

(850) 547-3698 • Bonifay

Thank You

Change of Address Notices POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Current Light Flashes P. O. Box 127 Graceville, Florida 32440-0127

West Florida Electric Cooperative members for your vote and support in our recent election. Your returning me as your District 9 Trustee is deeply appreciated. As your board member, my pledge to you is to continue working diligently to maintain an effective and efficient co-op that will best serve all member-owners.

It is an honor to serve you.

Myron Hudson

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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Setting the Record Straight

Pd. Pol. Adv. Pd. for and approved by Myron Hudson

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ISSUE JUNE 2015

District 9 Trustee

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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Appliances Washer & dryer, $200; 890-8485.

Electronics

I’m humbly grateful for your support and votes of confidence. I look forward to serving you, our members, for the next three years.

Sincerely, Joe Rone District 8 Trustee Pd. Pol. Adv. Pd. for and approved by Joe Rone

Iphone 4, excellent condition, used two years, no damages, with home charger, cover, auto charger, $100; 326-7572.

Home/Farm Trundle bed, wood, $100; 3524284.

King size matress/box springs, 2-years old, $500; 579-0186.

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

Free Chipping on Acreage

Hasty

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

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CAC1814468 ER0013265 RF0066690 AL03147

Sapp’s Land & Excavating, Inc. Michael Kowitz

Timber Buyer

(850) 326-4778

CURRY FARMS

Cla

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

850-526-3797 4673 HIGHWAY 90 E.

E WE MOV LE PORTAB GS BUILDIN

MARIANNA (Across from CVS)

Armondi Roofing, LLC Re-roof Specialist

Shingles • Flat Roofs • Re-Roofs New Roofs & All Types of Repairs

Free Estimates

5 Year Workmanship Warranty Licensed & Insured #CCC1330359

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

(850) 547-2934 PAGE 4

License #RC29027142 & License #RB29003143

J&J Neel Construction, Inc.

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Community Calendar

Vehicles (cont.)

Panhandle Watermelon Festival Pageant Friday, June 5 at 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, June 6 at 6:30 p.m.

Applications are available at Bush Paint & Supply in Graceville and Washington County Ag-Extension Office on Highway 90 in Chipley. The Panhandle Watermelon Pageant is an open pageant. Please feel free to call Pageant Director, Teresa Bush, 263-6345 (day) or 263-3072 (night) or 4150692 with any questions related to the pageant. For pageant applications only, call the Washington County Ag-Extension office at 638-6180.

2004 Ford F-150 XLT, 4x4 155,000 miles, $9,000; 2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT, 132,000 miles, $2,700; 956-2110 or 234-7070.

Sausage Making, Meat Curing & Smoking Class Thursday, June 11; 6:00-8:30 p.m.

Carmel Assembly of God Church, 1485 Carmel Church Road, Bonifay This class will provide a hands-on opportunity to learn the basics of sausage making, meat curing & smoking. The entire process will be demonstrated – what types & cuts of meat to choose, selecting spices, food safety & proper handling of raw meats, how to properly stuff sausages, different curing methods and the various woods used to smoke meat. A question-andanswer session will cover any specific questions or concerns. Registration is $5 & includes all class materials. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required by contacting the Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108 or the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265. University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution. For persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations, please contact 547-1108 (TDD, via Florida Relay Service, (800) 955-8771) at least five working days before the class so that proper consideration may be given to the request. eat All MOrder o Cut t

DILMORE MEATS 2321 Dilmore Rd., Cottondale, FL 32431

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

850-352-4407 or 4360

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

Beef, Pork, Chicken, Fish & Frozen Vegetables

Open Tues - Sat 7 til 5 Closed Sun & Mon

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

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 JUNE 2015

WANTED Old gas & oil signs, service station items, oil cans, gas pumps; 2092012.

Used tin; small lot or acreage with pump & septic tank; 209-2698.

Wood planer; post hole digger; citrus trees, reasonably priced; 547-0448 or 373-3709, will trade or pay cash.

LOST/FOUND Female Red Bone, last seen 4/29, Blue Springs & Calhoun Road in Marianna; 727-457-9990, Bob ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

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

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

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

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.)

ALDAY’S Bobcat & Tree Service

2005 Surveyor 210 travel trailer, 8’ wide, 22’6” long, fresh water & waste tank, sleeps 4, appliances, complete bath, top condition, $4,000 OBO; 579-9930 or 3263586.

“Convenience, Service”

2002 Dodge Ram, 4-door, 256,000 miles, $6,200; 1991 Ford F250 XLT, extended cab, 260,000 miles, $2,500; 956-2110 or 234-7070.

1971 Monte Carlo w/16’ trailer, new tires, $5,000 firm; 547-0448 or 3733709.

1993 GMC van, 2500 series, $1,500; 638-4987.

1977 Chevrolet, one ton, good transmission, rear end, 7 tube-less 16” rims, Dually needs motor, $800; 547-2141.

2007 Honda VTX motorcycle, like new, with accessories, $5,000 must go; Nissan pickup truck, tool box; 579-4339.

Shop

SALE

Local

THE

FINANCING AVAILABLE WAC

TRAILER LADY CAR HAULERS UTILITY & ENCLOSED

@ Auto Graphix

638-2999 PAGE 16

Owner/Operator (850) 557-7290

(850) 209-2501

Pressure Washing Svs.

Vehicles

Stacey Alday

Josh Alday

(850) 326-3434

Dogs in Suds Erica Smith, Pet Groomer

(850) 209-2931

4787 Country Lake Drive Marianna, FL 32446

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

“Honesty is Job One” 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

Segrest

FEED & SEED COMPANY, INC. 304 East Lawrence Harris Hwy. Post Office Box 339 Slocomb, AL 36375 334-886-2371 • FAX 886-2372 • 800-842-7500

We are proud to announce the opening of our seed & grain cleaning operation. We will be able to meet all your cleaning needs for seed and grain. We also have plenty of room for storage. Al Lockard will be our Manager and he brings 40 plus years of experience with him. We will be in full operation as of May 1, 2015.

WFEC 78th Annual Meeting/Member Appreciation Day Recap

W

est Florida Electric Cooperative’s 78th Annual Meeting/Member Appreciation Day was held on Saturday, April 25. Despite the rainy weather, many of the cooperative’s loyal members joined us for a health fair and the cooperative’s annual business meeting.

During the annual business meeting, members heard from special guest speaker, Gary Smith, PowerSouth Energy Cooperative’s President & CEO. “Why am I here? One of the answers to that question is that about 67 cents of every dollar that you send to West Florida on your electric bill comes on to PowerSouth in Andalusia for wholesale power. Two-thirds of the cost of all the electricity you use comes to PowerSouth,” said Smith.

“When you go back and look at your costs at retail over the last 15 years, most of the cost increases that you’ve seen are because wholesale power costs to WFEC have gone up, so we are an important part of your electric bill,” he continued.

Smith went on to explain to the crowd why electric rates have increased, citing environmental laws as the number one reason for the increase WFEC members have seen in their electric rates.

“The number one rule at PowerSouth is that the CEO does not to go jail to keep your lights on. We are going to comply with all the environmental rules that EPA puts on us. And that causes costs. Over the last four years, we have invested over 400 million dollars into our power plants to keep them environmentally compliant,” said Smith.

WFEC Executive Vice President & CEO, Russell Dunaway, also spoke to those gathered in the Graceville Civic Center.

Dunaway began his comments by saying that the cooperative has had a great year because no one got hurt. He continued by speaking about the results of the co-op’s member satisfaction survey. He also touched on electric rates and how the cooperative strives to save members money by controlling its distribution costs wherever it can. Some of the examples he used included trimming our right-of-ways from ground to sky,

3024 Firefly Lane Vernon, FL 32462

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Hay, $30/roll; 547-2563.

18x18 foot dual axle flatbed trailer, 4’ steel ramp, 5 stud wheels, electric brakes, excellent condition, $1,500 OBO; 547-2785.

Rohn Gates 12’ hot dipped galvanized 6-rail light, $65, heavy, $85; treated line post $5; one corner post, $15; electric fence wire; 5692697.

Red-top clover square bales, four round bales, never wet; 592-8754, Russell.

2013 48” D60 John Deere lawn mower, 228 hrs. deck has a hole, $1,500; 762-8197.

C&C Septic & Backhoe Services, Inc.

• Septic System Inspections • Septic Tanks • Drain Fields • Site Prep • Water Line Installation & Repairs

Office: 850-526-3108

Chanley W. Carter • Lic.#RF11067324

850-394-7620

Michael S. Carter• Lic.#RF110672427

Jackson Farm Well Services Patrick Jackson

850-592-9530 or 850-573-6623

40 Years Experience License #2252

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

Baltimore seeder/fertilizer spreader, fits PTO, rarely used, $365; 535-2972.

cdranch@embarqmail.com

What’s in YOUR Water?

Owner

New Holland hay baler, 8’ disc cutter; 535-2818.

850-573-0949

Panhandle Pump Repair & Filtration Service John White

Home/Farm (cont.)

SURVEYOR

Florida Licensed Surveyor since 1969 WFEC members took part in a health fair at the 78th Annual Meeting/Member Appreciation Day on April 25. Eye screenings conducted by Eye Center South.

ISSUE JUNE 2015

Roger Lonsway Home Office: 638-7412

Mobile: 260-5438 PAGE 5

Miscellaneous

implementing automated metering, joining two self-insured funds and upgrading lines and equipment. When speaking about rates, Dunaway stressed the fact that WFEC members pay less per 1,000 kilowatt hours Shop Smith Mark V, purchased than both Florida Public Utilities’ or Gulf Power’s customers.

7/25/03 never used, $2,500; 638 “Presently on 1,000 kilowatt hours, we’re $4-5 – about $5 under Florida 3525.

Public; $4 per 1,000 under Gulf Power. We’re really glad about that and the reason we are so happy about it is that your co-op averages six meters Two cemetery plots, containing per mile of line, while investor owned average 50 meters. They are getting 7 spaces at Riverside Cemetery, revenue per mile of 50 accounts where we only get six, so there is no Marianna, must buy all, $1,400 question our distribution cost is twice as much as theirs,” said Dunaway.

OBO; 272-5101 or 272-3964.

He concluded his report on the state of the cooperative by saying, “The King size headboard, like new; 535- board of trustees and employees at West Florida Electric are proud. Proud of these accomplishments, proud of the survey and we strive to improve our 2234. performance each and every day.”

A health fair was held for members of the cooperative as part of the day’s Sta-Rite 4” Submersible pump, events and included booths from Northwest Florida Community Hospital, model# S20PHS15231, 20 GPM Covenant Hospice and Eye Center South. Cheerleaders from Blountstown 1.5 hp, stainless steel, control box, High School traveled to Graceville to serve soft drinks and paint faces 70’ of wire, excellent condition, for the cooperative. Entertainment was provided to the crowd by The $250; 547-4887.

Thompsons.

Machinist, carpentry & electrical tools; 579-3970.

Most Insurances Accepted

Debra Conrad (right), of Sneads, was the winner of the generator WFEC gave away at its 78th Annual Meeting/Member Appreciation Day on April 25.

Conrad is pictured here with Mary Neal (left), WFEC Sneads Office Manager of Member Services who presented her with the prize.

New Chipley Location Cosmetic, General & Family Dentistry

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 6

• Driveways • Sidewalks •House Slabs • Pool Decks • Patios • Pole Barns (Slabs & Installation)

Licensed & Insured

(850) 557-0753

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

Debbie Roney Smith Full Time Realtor working the Panhandle of Florida

Beulah Land HEALTH FOODS

Natural Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs, Grains, Personal Care Products 4198B Lafayette St., Marianna • 482-8511

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

(850) 263-9796

A Company Based on Honesty & Performance

We Buy All Timber Products Pine & Hardwood • Poles • Logs • Pulpwood President

Timber Company

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

Email: alfredllong@hotmail.com

New & Emergency Patients Welcome

200-Amp Power Pole $269.95

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

Gibbs Concrete

Sunny South Properties

Alfred L. Long

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

Briggs Stratton 50cc motor, needs throttle cable replaced 4 knobby, 8x8 tires included, $50; 305-5794597.

Adam’s Tree Service, llc

W

est Florida Electric strives to communicate with members about outages that occur throughout our four-county service area.

Staff uses the cooperative’s website, Facebook page and Twitter page to announce planned outages as well as those outages caused by the weather, animals or other circumstances beyond our control.

However, the best way to stay informed about power outages and track the progress of crews as they work to restore power, remains the online outage map. It’s a great tool located on the cooperative’s website (www.westflorida.coop) that can be used to find outage details.

The map displays information about where outages are located, how many members are being impacted by the outage, what county it is in and if a crew has been dispatched to that location.

The information on the map updates every 15 minutes. Street addresses and other identifying information are not presented on the map for privacy and security reasons. Outages are shown as general areas. They are not identified by meter number, address or specific location.

Family Dentistry of Chipley 415-1411 Family Dentistry of Bonifay 547-9290

Parts for Suzuki Forenza, automatic 4 cylinder, wrecked, motor transmission and many more; 5485348.

Frigidaire frost-free commercial freezer, white, upright, 3 shelves, door compartments, $100; 5573396.

Stay Informed with Online Outage Map

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

!”

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

HALL Roofing, Siding & Building, LLC Residential • Commercial

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

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

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

Over 16 Years Professional Experience

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

Golf Carts of Chipley

Golf Carts, Accessories, Batteries

5 Years Labor Warranty • Licensed & Insured

LC # RC 29027412 RB29003513 Free Estimates • 24 Hour Emergency Service Serving Jackson, Holmes, Washington & Calhoun Counties

ISSUE JUNE 2015

SIDNEY HALL

850.526.8441 • 850.569.2021

415-0003 PAGE 15

Rec. Vehicles (cont.)

Members of WFEC for your vote of confidence by returning me to your board of trustees. I will continue to serve you to the best of my ability.

Sincerely, Randy Bush

2006 Suzuki GZ250 motorcycle, great condition, asking $850 or will trade for riding mower in good condition; 209-5490.

14’ Blazer boat, motor 40hp, nice trailer, new tires, kept in garage; 209-7028.

32” travel trailer, tiny house/ cottage, w/20’ awning, air, micro, stove/oven, fridge, full bath, electric jack, good tires, clean, Graceville, $5,900; 360-4657.

2005 Suzuki S83, cargo rack, $3,000; 2002 Suzuki VS1400GLP, windshield, cruise control, cargo rack, hard leather saddlebags & trunk, $2,500; 547-5670.

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

AFFORDABLE SEAMLESS GUTTERS

Thank You

20-Years Limited Warranty 21 Colors to Choose From

Gary McIntosh

(850) 593-0009

Pd. pol. adv. paid for and approved by Randy Bush

D West Florida Turf SOCentipede • St. Augustine • 419 Bermuda D

Bomann Fencing

SO

Agricultural Fencing/Satisfaction Guaranteed

Centipede Seed

On the FarmDelivered or Installed

For all your fencing needs call

Est. 1980

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

850-638-4860 • Cellular 415-0385

GLEN SCOTT

STUMP GRINDINg Best Service

Best Prices

(850) 209-2105 Marianna, Florida

KOHLER POWER ®

EQUIPMENT Now Available at West Florida Electric

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

850-593-5753 You Pick Blueberries Opening June 2 Tuesday - Sunday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

FULLY INSURED • FREE ESTIMATES

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

A Cut Above

TREE SERVICE LLC

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

CB Roofing, LLC

Owner/Operator: Wesley Griffin

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

Chucky Brinkley, Owner

850.557.1966 • House • Businesses • Driveways • Decks • Patios

Louie Pettis

7772 Howell Rd. • Sneads, FL 32460

A & W Excavations

Free Pressure Washing Estimate

1401 N. Waukeshaw Ave. Bonifay, FL 32425

V eitch ’ s B lueberry F arm

850.726.0415

Licensed & Insured FL License # RC 0067463

Shingles Metal Roofing Repairs

McIntosh

Outboard & Small Engine Grand Ridge

No job too big or small!

Sneads

We buy boats & motors!

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

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

If It Won’t Burn...We’ll Probably Buy It! Scrap Metal & Prepared Steel

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 Call your area GTO dealer for a quote today!

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

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We Now have drive-on scales!

We also have 20 & 30 yard drop off containers for metal only

Kohler Model Pro 7.5E - $1399

We Buy Cars, Trucks & Equipment Competitive Prices

$75 down & $46.04/month for 36 months Special Introductory Interest Rate of 9.99%

Contact Your Local District Office

West Florida Electric A Touchstone Energy® Cooperative The power of human connections

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.

Wright’s Recycling • 1928 Edenfield Dr. • Grand Ridge, FL • (850) 592-2634 ISSUE JUNE 2015

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Miscellaneous (cont.)

Going on Vacation? Take Us With You!

T

Sears 1/2 hp garage door opener he first day of summer is this month and for most of us that means w/remote control, $25, works w/ it’s vacation time! Are you and your family heading out of town? two or one car door, good condition, If so, our mobile app gives members a variety of ways to stay 592-4740. informed and manage their energy bills while on the go.

This secure app allows you to: White bird cage, never used, 3’ high • Make payments x 1 3/4’ wide, matching stand, 1 • View PDFs of bills and payment history 3/4’ x 1 3/4’ very pretty, $150; 638- • Update account profile information 8109.

• Set up alerts, notifications and reminders • View usage Fiberglass ladders, 300 pound The app is extremely easy to use and very convenient for those members capacity, 24’ Johnsonville extension, with busy lives. To use the app, simply download it from your app store $230; 10’ Johnsonville “A”, $170; and install it on your phone. Once the app is installed, log in using your 8’ Johnsonville “A”, $125, excellent username and password (this is the same username and password you use to condition; 703-9134, leave message. make online payments). After you’ve logged in, choose the tab you need at the top of the app’s menu and proceed by following the prompts.

Kirby Sentria vac/shampooer, WFEC strives to offer a variety of payment options to suit each member’s excellent condition, value busy lifestyle. In addition to the mobile app’s payment option – which is $1,800 asking $900 all parts and super easy and convenient – the cooperative offers online bill payment, attachments available; 832-2123. payment via phone on the co-op’s automated customer service line, off-site payment locations and pre-paid power.

Paying online is just as easy as using the app. After Multiple Listings obtaining a username and King water bed, $175; 16’ HD lawn password (first time use only), visit our website at trailer w/wench, $2,000 will trade www.westflorida.coop and for post hole digger or grapple to click on the “View Account” go on JD 5320; 547-0448 or 373button, log in following the 3709. prompts and take care of Pretty dolls; 2 quilts & other pretty your business.

Calling and making a things; quilt frame; 592-6437. payment using the automated customer service line is also a great payment option. To use this option, you will need to have your WFEC account 9mm Ruger gun, new, extra clip, number handy. Dial 1-855-mywfeca (1-855-699-3322) and select option 2, case, $500; Frigidaire freezer, new enter your WFEC account number and the dollar amount you’d like to pay.

3.5 cubic foot, $75; 263-4807.

Follow the rest of the system prompts to complete the payment process and Travel makeup mirror, lighted, new, you’re done! $10; coat, all weather, women’s size The cooperative also continues to offer convenient off-site payment locations at People’s South Bank in Chipley, Marianna, Malone, Sneads 6, taupe, new, $50; 352-4284. and Greenwood; Cadence Bank in Blountstown, Altha & Marianna and Regions Bank in Blountstown & Marianna.

Energy Storm generator 1500, $125; Fender Squire electric guitar, No matter which payment method you choose, WFEC strives to make pink, $125; Fender amp, Princeton the payment process as painless as possible. To find out more about the payment options available at the cooperative, visit www.westflorida.coop.

65 digital, $125; 535-1722.

Mobile Home Power Pole 100 amp $19995 200 amp $29995

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

Ag Sprayers Sprayer Repair Parts Baler Twine

Panhandle Land Title, LLC Serving all of Florida

Our primary goal is to insure your real estate transaction is handled with the utmost care and concern. Whether you are the buyer, seller, a real estate agent, a broker, or a lender, our experienced team will treat you and your transaction as our own. For more information, give Jan, Jennifer or Ray a call or stop by our office!

(850) 547-2025

124 E. Virginia Avenue, Bonifay, 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

&vision

21437 S.E. Hayes Ave. • Blountstown 1690 Hwy. 71 South • Marianna

Bush Paint & Supply

Visit our “Pull It” Yard at the Marianna Location “Your Complete Recycler”

(850) 674-6858 or (850) 482-1175

a

history of strength

a

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

263-4744 • 971 6th Ave., Graceville

for the future

Garrett Grimsley, Sandy Spear, Wesley Whitaker, Debbie Moxley & Debbie Arnold C 1012 M S.

(850) 638-7892

M 4215 L S.

4701 H 90 (850) 526-4411

B 300 N. W S.

(850) 547-3624 EQUAL HOUSING

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

(850) 482-5513

Buying or Selling a home or vacant land?

Refinancing your home? Let us Help!

Cumbaa Enterprises • Blountstown, Florida

LENDER

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TATUM’S HARDWARE Hwy. 71 Marianna

ISSUE JUNE 2015

www.ffbf.com

G 962 8 A.

(850) 263-3225

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Lucas N. Taylor, P.A. • • • • •

Attorney at Law Estate Planning Probate Real Estate Guardianships Personal Injury

Fred O’Neal II

O’Neal’s Dozer Service, Inc. 1977 Land Clearing • Rootraking • Road Building • Ponds Demolition since

(850) 547-7301

122B South Waukesha Street • Bonifay, FL 32425

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

William Crutchfield Enterprises, Inc. • Refrigeration • Heating & Cooling • Ice Machines • Residential/Commercial

Multiple Listings (cont.)

Charleston Cheese

Submitted by: Janice Cox Ingredients:

8 oz. cream cheese 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (mild) ¼ cup mayonnaise 3 or 4 chopped green onions (tops & bottoms) *Optional – sprinkle smoked paprika on top before baking

Bathroom cabinet w/mirror & decorative silver trim; ceiling fans, white/oak & light fixtures; new sink faucet; 579-3978.

Directions:

Mix all ingredients together (even onions) with electric mixer. Put in shallow baking dish (doesn’t have to be greased) and bake at 350o for 30 minutes.

License Number: RM14016919

Eurecka tank vacuum, $30; TV stand, $25; Cobra 19 DX IV CB radio new, $40; recliner, $30; 5472864.

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

Werner 24’ aluminum extension ladder, model D1824-2EQ, brand new $125; trolling motor, 12 Volt Minn Kota SS, 3 hp, $125; 5924740.

New Comfort Height Toilet $299 installed

Tri-County Gas S ervice , I nc .

Tri-County Gas S ervice , I nc .

Now Installing Septic Systems

• New Installation • Repair • Remodeling • Maintenance • Drain Cleaning

“Home Folks Serving Home Folks”

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

547-3696 #RM0048955

FL - CFC1425994

FSlanders ’ &V C ew

ac

Brown Pump Repair

enter

Scissor Sharpening & All Kirby Parts & Supplies

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

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

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

southeasternsurveying.com

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Xtreme Southern Kustomizing

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

Woodham Rd., Graceville, FL

Hector 24 HR Service HANDY MAN SERVICE 10% Senior Citizen Discount General Landscaping Property Management House Pressure Washing & Cleaning FREE Scrap Metal Removal

638-9355 or 638-7739 850-326-6558

18526 State Rd. 20W, Blountstown

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

AL - 4154

Take Out Your Tub & Install a Shower from $1795

GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE

Lake Victor RV Park, LLC

Bush Well Drilling

Pump Sales & Service • Irrigation Systems • Water Treatment

Mulching, Excavation, Land Clearing

Beautiful Lake & Sunset View • Full Hook-ups & WiFi • Fishing Piers • Boat Ramp • Daily/Monthly Rates

Westville, Florida

(850) 956-4526 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Since 1969 • Licensed & Insured

Office:

850-263-8064

ISSUE JUNE 2015

• Cell:

850-573-1229

Hill’s Tree Service

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

593-4455 PAGE 9

Multiple Listings (cont.)

Two saddles, excellent condition, bridles, halters; 8-year-old black mare, experienced rider, $1,000 for all; 956-5089.

Is Your Cooling System Running at Peak Efficiency?

T

Real Estate Two adjacent flat & dry lots, on Edison in Compass Lake in the Hills, close to McCormick Lake, $5,000 each; 305-866-2549.

Beach lot, Indian Pass, last of big lots, 100’x 172’ owner financing; 340-0603.

Circa 1900 house, 3,000 square feet, barn, man cave, will divide 2-10 acres, on Eldridge Road, Blountstown, $129,000; 447-0348.

House, 3BR/1BA, 0.7 acres, with 1BR/1BA apartment, 2 car garage, work shop, all block building, $68,500; 547-2974.

9.5 acres, Ponce de Leon, timber/ creek, $40,000; 593-6469, 7-8 p.m.

Great Rate Tree Service, LLC Licensed & Insured

Adam Williams, Owner/Operator Hazardous Tree Removal Aerial Bucket Work Stump Grinding/Removal Trimming/Pruning Bobcat Work Small Tract Land Clearing Serving Holmes, Jackson & Washington Counties

(850) 768-1734 PAGE 10

o determine if your cooling system is running at peak efficiency the first step you should take is to decide if it is time to replace your unit altogether. A couple of guidelines to keep in mind are: 1) Is your system 15 to 20 years old?

2) Is it experiencing problems?

“Typically a heat pump will last 12 years or more. Well-maintained units can last 20+ years. A heat pump is like a car – the better you take care of it, the longer it will last,” said Derek Chadwell, WFEC Energy Services.

But, when it comes time to make a change, you need the right information to make an informed decision about purchasing a new unit. That’s where the energy experts at West Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC) come in. We have a list of questions you should ask – and things to consider – before purchasing a new system. By asking the right questions, you will be able to select the HVAC system that is the best fit for your needs.

Should I replace all of my HVAC equipment at the same time? If it is an older unit, then yes. You want to be sure that all parts of your system work together properly. Replacing only the outdoor unit or the indoor unit may appear to save money, but it could contribute to service problems later on. A mismatched system may not deliver the energy efficiency or performance you expect from a new unit.

What factors should I consider when purchasing a new HVAC unit?

Purchase units with high efficiency ratings – 15 SEER or higher and make sure the unit is properly sized for your specific home. Talk to your contractor about doing a Manual J load calculation on the home. WFEC’s Energy Advisors can also perform load calculations for your home. You might also want to talk to WFEC’s advisors about the heat pump rebate program available through the cooperative.

This program provides rebates to our members for the purchase of qualifying high-efficiency heat pumps to replace lower-efficiency units.

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 (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating) 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 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

pumps.

What size system do I need? A system that is too small cannot deliver adequate cooling in extreme weather. On the other hand, a system that is too large will provide poor temperature and humidity control. To ensure your new system is the correct size for your home, ask your contractor to perform a detailed load calculation. The energy advisors on staff at WFEC can also perform a load calculation for you at no charge. This calculation determines the capacity of the equipment needed and the correct distribution of air to each room.

What’s my house got to do with it? Before you decide on an HVAC unit, you should consider making energy improvements to your home. This will not only reduce operating costs, but also mean a smaller, less expensive HVAC system could do the job. For more information about low-cost and no-cost improvements you can make to your home, visit our website or consult one of WFEC’s energy advisors today. The HVAC system you install should be designed to fit every aspect of your home, so the size, construction, orientation and location of your house all affect the size of the unit you will need.

What else can I do to make sure my unit is running at peak efficiency?

Having your unit serviced and the duct system inspected annually by a licensed contractor is always a good idea, according to Chadwell. Clearing obstructions away from the air return and trimming brush and weeds away from outdoor units to ensure good air flow is also something that should be done. Checking the thermostat daily to make sure proper settings are being used will also improve your system’s efficiency.

It is also important to keep in mind that drastically changing your thermostat settings will not heat or cool your home faster.

“We recommend adjusting your thermostat in one degree increments,” said Chadwell.

Another thing to remember is that closing unused room doors or vents will not make the other rooms in the house warmer or cooler. Your HVAC system is designed for air to flow throughout the entire house. Blocking air flow could hinder your comfort and decrease the efficiency of the unit.

If you have questions about your HVAC unit or energy efficiency, contact the energy experts at West Florida Electric today by calling (800) 342-7400 or visiting our website, www.westflorida.coop.

Real Estate (cont.)

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

4.98 acres, beautiful lot, 300’ Hwy. 276, one mile from Alford, owner financing available; 726-7014.

Home, 3BR/2BA upgraded cathedral ceilings, plush carpet, beautiful kitchen, 2 acre lots, $47,900; 9564582.

9 acres cleared in Jackson County, near Lovewood. Includes small frame house, older single-wide, fish pond, well and septic - $75,000; 638-2999.

Recreational Vehicles 2009 Stratos 285XL, w/150 Mercury Optimax, 24 Volt, 70 pound, new batteries, 2 bank charger, new tires, w/GPS, Lowrance IMS sonar on bow, $18,500; 209-3495.

Tip of the Month Circulate savings! Ceiling fans are a great way to keep cool during summer months and can even allow you to raise your thermosat setting about 4 degrees without affecting your comfort.

ISSUE JUNE 2015

Additions • Repairs Remodels

Window Replacements Lic#: RR282811643 Owner Chris Krauser

(850) 260-9019

(850) 263-4786

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Multiple Listings (cont.)

Two saddles, excellent condition, bridles, halters; 8-year-old black mare, experienced rider, $1,000 for all; 956-5089.

Is Your Cooling System Running at Peak Efficiency?

T

Real Estate Two adjacent flat & dry lots, on Edison in Compass Lake in the Hills, close to McCormick Lake, $5,000 each; 305-866-2549.

Beach lot, Indian Pass, last of big lots, 100’x 172’ owner financing; 340-0603.

Circa 1900 house, 3,000 square feet, barn, man cave, will divide 2-10 acres, on Eldridge Road, Blountstown, $129,000; 447-0348.

House, 3BR/1BA, 0.7 acres, with 1BR/1BA apartment, 2 car garage, work shop, all block building, $68,500; 547-2974.

9.5 acres, Ponce de Leon, timber/ creek, $40,000; 593-6469, 7-8 p.m.

Great Rate Tree Service, LLC Licensed & Insured

Adam Williams, Owner/Operator Hazardous Tree Removal Aerial Bucket Work Stump Grinding/Removal Trimming/Pruning Bobcat Work Small Tract Land Clearing Serving Holmes, Jackson & Washington Counties

(850) 768-1734 PAGE 10

o determine if your cooling system is running at peak efficiency the first step you should take is to decide if it is time to replace your unit altogether. A couple of guidelines to keep in mind are: 1) Is your system 15 to 20 years old?

2) Is it experiencing problems?

“Typically a heat pump will last 12 years or more. Well-maintained units can last 20+ years. A heat pump is like a car – the better you take care of it, the longer it will last,” said Derek Chadwell, WFEC Energy Services.

But, when it comes time to make a change, you need the right information to make an informed decision about purchasing a new unit. That’s where the energy experts at West Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC) come in. We have a list of questions you should ask – and things to consider – before purchasing a new system. By asking the right questions, you will be able to select the HVAC system that is the best fit for your needs.

Should I replace all of my HVAC equipment at the same time? If it is an older unit, then yes. You want to be sure that all parts of your system work together properly. Replacing only the outdoor unit or the indoor unit may appear to save money, but it could contribute to service problems later on. A mismatched system may not deliver the energy efficiency or performance you expect from a new unit.

What factors should I consider when purchasing a new HVAC unit?

Purchase units with high efficiency ratings – 15 SEER or higher and make sure the unit is properly sized for your specific home. Talk to your contractor about doing a Manual J load calculation on the home. WFEC’s Energy Advisors can also perform load calculations for your home. You might also want to talk to WFEC’s advisors about the heat pump rebate program available through the cooperative.

This program provides rebates to our members for the purchase of qualifying high-efficiency heat pumps to replace lower-efficiency units.

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 (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating) 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 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

pumps.

What size system do I need? A system that is too small cannot deliver adequate cooling in extreme weather. On the other hand, a system that is too large will provide poor temperature and humidity control. To ensure your new system is the correct size for your home, ask your contractor to perform a detailed load calculation. The energy advisors on staff at WFEC can also perform a load calculation for you at no charge. This calculation determines the capacity of the equipment needed and the correct distribution of air to each room.

What’s my house got to do with it? Before you decide on an HVAC unit, you should consider making energy improvements to your home. This will not only reduce operating costs, but also mean a smaller, less expensive HVAC system could do the job. For more information about low-cost and no-cost improvements you can make to your home, visit our website or consult one of WFEC’s energy advisors today. The HVAC system you install should be designed to fit every aspect of your home, so the size, construction, orientation and location of your house all affect the size of the unit you will need.

What else can I do to make sure my unit is running at peak efficiency?

Having your unit serviced and the duct system inspected annually by a licensed contractor is always a good idea, according to Chadwell. Clearing obstructions away from the air return and trimming brush and weeds away from outdoor units to ensure good air flow is also something that should be done. Checking the thermostat daily to make sure proper settings are being used will also improve your system’s efficiency.

It is also important to keep in mind that drastically changing your thermostat settings will not heat or cool your home faster.

“We recommend adjusting your thermostat in one degree increments,” said Chadwell.

Another thing to remember is that closing unused room doors or vents will not make the other rooms in the house warmer or cooler. Your HVAC system is designed for air to flow throughout the entire house. Blocking air flow could hinder your comfort and decrease the efficiency of the unit.

If you have questions about your HVAC unit or energy efficiency, contact the energy experts at West Florida Electric today by calling (800) 342-7400 or visiting our website, www.westflorida.coop.

Real Estate (cont.)

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

4.98 acres, beautiful lot, 300’ Hwy. 276, one mile from Alford, owner financing available; 726-7014.

Home, 3BR/2BA upgraded cathedral ceilings, plush carpet, beautiful kitchen, 2 acre lots, $47,900; 9564582.

9 acres cleared in Jackson County, near Lovewood. Includes small frame house, older single-wide, fish pond, well and septic - $75,000; 638-2999.

Recreational Vehicles 2009 Stratos 285XL, w/150 Mercury Optimax, 24 Volt, 70 pound, new batteries, 2 bank charger, new tires, w/GPS, Lowrance IMS sonar on bow, $18,500; 209-3495.

Tip of the Month Circulate savings! Ceiling fans are a great way to keep cool during summer months and can even allow you to raise your thermosat setting about 4 degrees without affecting your comfort.

ISSUE JUNE 2015

Additions • Repairs Remodels

Window Replacements Lic#: RR282811643 Owner Chris Krauser

(850) 260-9019

(850) 263-4786

PAGE 11

Lucas N. Taylor, P.A. • • • • •

Attorney at Law Estate Planning Probate Real Estate Guardianships Personal Injury

Fred O’Neal II

O’Neal’s Dozer Service, Inc. 1977 Land Clearing • Rootraking • Road Building • Ponds Demolition since

(850) 547-7301

122B South Waukesha Street • Bonifay, FL 32425

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

William Crutchfield Enterprises, Inc. • Refrigeration • Heating & Cooling • Ice Machines • Residential/Commercial

Multiple Listings (cont.)

Charleston Cheese

Submitted by: Janice Cox Ingredients:

8 oz. cream cheese 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (mild) ¼ cup mayonnaise 3 or 4 chopped green onions (tops & bottoms) *Optional – sprinkle smoked paprika on top before baking

Bathroom cabinet w/mirror & decorative silver trim; ceiling fans, white/oak & light fixtures; new sink faucet; 579-3978.

Directions:

Mix all ingredients together (even onions) with electric mixer. Put in shallow baking dish (doesn’t have to be greased) and bake at 350o for 30 minutes.

License Number: RM14016919

Eurecka tank vacuum, $30; TV stand, $25; Cobra 19 DX IV CB radio new, $40; recliner, $30; 5472864.

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

Werner 24’ aluminum extension ladder, model D1824-2EQ, brand new $125; trolling motor, 12 Volt Minn Kota SS, 3 hp, $125; 5924740.

New Comfort Height Toilet $299 installed

Tri-County Gas S ervice , I nc .

Tri-County Gas S ervice , I nc .

Now Installing Septic Systems

• New Installation • Repair • Remodeling • Maintenance • Drain Cleaning

“Home Folks Serving Home Folks”

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

547-3696 #RM0048955

FL - CFC1425994

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Brown Pump Repair

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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)

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

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

southeasternsurveying.com

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Xtreme Southern Kustomizing

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

Woodham Rd., Graceville, FL

Hector 24 HR Service HANDY MAN SERVICE 10% Senior Citizen Discount General Landscaping Property Management House Pressure Washing & Cleaning FREE Scrap Metal Removal

638-9355 or 638-7739 850-326-6558

18526 State Rd. 20W, Blountstown

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

AL - 4154

Take Out Your Tub & Install a Shower from $1795

GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE

Lake Victor RV Park, LLC

Bush Well Drilling

Pump Sales & Service • Irrigation Systems • Water Treatment

Mulching, Excavation, Land Clearing

Beautiful Lake & Sunset View • Full Hook-ups & WiFi • Fishing Piers • Boat Ramp • Daily/Monthly Rates

Westville, Florida

(850) 956-4526 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Since 1969 • Licensed & Insured

Office:

850-263-8064

ISSUE JUNE 2015

• Cell:

850-573-1229

Hill’s Tree Service

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

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Going on Vacation? Take Us With You!

T

Sears 1/2 hp garage door opener he first day of summer is this month and for most of us that means w/remote control, $25, works w/ it’s vacation time! Are you and your family heading out of town? two or one car door, good condition, If so, our mobile app gives members a variety of ways to stay 592-4740. informed and manage their energy bills while on the go.

This secure app allows you to: White bird cage, never used, 3’ high • Make payments x 1 3/4’ wide, matching stand, 1 • View PDFs of bills and payment history 3/4’ x 1 3/4’ very pretty, $150; 638- • Update account profile information 8109.

• Set up alerts, notifications and reminders • View usage Fiberglass ladders, 300 pound The app is extremely easy to use and very convenient for those members capacity, 24’ Johnsonville extension, with busy lives. To use the app, simply download it from your app store $230; 10’ Johnsonville “A”, $170; and install it on your phone. Once the app is installed, log in using your 8’ Johnsonville “A”, $125, excellent username and password (this is the same username and password you use to condition; 703-9134, leave message. make online payments). After you’ve logged in, choose the tab you need at the top of the app’s menu and proceed by following the prompts.

Kirby Sentria vac/shampooer, WFEC strives to offer a variety of payment options to suit each member’s excellent condition, value busy lifestyle. In addition to the mobile app’s payment option – which is $1,800 asking $900 all parts and super easy and convenient – the cooperative offers online bill payment, attachments available; 832-2123. payment via phone on the co-op’s automated customer service line, off-site payment locations and pre-paid power.

Paying online is just as easy as using the app. After Multiple Listings obtaining a username and King water bed, $175; 16’ HD lawn password (first time use only), visit our website at trailer w/wench, $2,000 will trade www.westflorida.coop and for post hole digger or grapple to click on the “View Account” go on JD 5320; 547-0448 or 373button, log in following the 3709. prompts and take care of Pretty dolls; 2 quilts & other pretty your business.

Calling and making a things; quilt frame; 592-6437. payment using the automated customer service line is also a great payment option. To use this option, you will need to have your WFEC account 9mm Ruger gun, new, extra clip, number handy. Dial 1-855-mywfeca (1-855-699-3322) and select option 2, case, $500; Frigidaire freezer, new enter your WFEC account number and the dollar amount you’d like to pay.

3.5 cubic foot, $75; 263-4807.

Follow the rest of the system prompts to complete the payment process and Travel makeup mirror, lighted, new, you’re done! $10; coat, all weather, women’s size The cooperative also continues to offer convenient off-site payment locations at People’s South Bank in Chipley, Marianna, Malone, Sneads 6, taupe, new, $50; 352-4284. and Greenwood; Cadence Bank in Blountstown, Altha & Marianna and Regions Bank in Blountstown & Marianna.

Energy Storm generator 1500, $125; Fender Squire electric guitar, No matter which payment method you choose, WFEC strives to make pink, $125; Fender amp, Princeton the payment process as painless as possible. To find out more about the payment options available at the cooperative, visit www.westflorida.coop.

65 digital, $125; 535-1722.

Mobile Home Power Pole 100 amp $19995 200 amp $29995

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

Ag Sprayers Sprayer Repair Parts Baler Twine

Panhandle Land Title, LLC Serving all of Florida

Our primary goal is to insure your real estate transaction is handled with the utmost care and concern. Whether you are the buyer, seller, a real estate agent, a broker, or a lender, our experienced team will treat you and your transaction as our own. For more information, give Jan, Jennifer or Ray a call or stop by our office!

(850) 547-2025

124 E. Virginia Avenue, Bonifay, 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

&vision

21437 S.E. Hayes Ave. • Blountstown 1690 Hwy. 71 South • Marianna

Bush Paint & Supply

Visit our “Pull It” Yard at the Marianna Location “Your Complete Recycler”

(850) 674-6858 or (850) 482-1175

a

history of strength

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

263-4744 • 971 6th Ave., Graceville

for the future

Garrett Grimsley, Sandy Spear, Wesley Whitaker, Debbie Moxley & Debbie Arnold C 1012 M S.

(850) 638-7892

M 4215 L S.

4701 H 90 (850) 526-4411

B 300 N. W S.

(850) 547-3624 EQUAL HOUSING

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

(850) 482-5513

Buying or Selling a home or vacant land?

Refinancing your home? Let us Help!

Cumbaa Enterprises • Blountstown, Florida

LENDER

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TATUM’S HARDWARE Hwy. 71 Marianna

ISSUE JUNE 2015

www.ffbf.com

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(850) 263-3225

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Rec. Vehicles (cont.)

Members of WFEC for your vote of confidence by returning me to your board of trustees. I will continue to serve you to the best of my ability.

Sincerely, Randy Bush

2006 Suzuki GZ250 motorcycle, great condition, asking $850 or will trade for riding mower in good condition; 209-5490.

14’ Blazer boat, motor 40hp, nice trailer, new tires, kept in garage; 209-7028.

32” travel trailer, tiny house/ cottage, w/20’ awning, air, micro, stove/oven, fridge, full bath, electric jack, good tires, clean, Graceville, $5,900; 360-4657.

2005 Suzuki S83, cargo rack, $3,000; 2002 Suzuki VS1400GLP, windshield, cruise control, cargo rack, hard leather saddlebags & trunk, $2,500; 547-5670.

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

AFFORDABLE SEAMLESS GUTTERS

Thank You

20-Years Limited Warranty 21 Colors to Choose From

Gary McIntosh

(850) 593-0009

Pd. pol. adv. paid for and approved by Randy Bush

D West Florida Turf SOCentipede • St. Augustine • 419 Bermuda D

Bomann Fencing

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Agricultural Fencing/Satisfaction Guaranteed

Centipede Seed

On the FarmDelivered or Installed

For all your fencing needs call

Est. 1980

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

850-638-4860 • Cellular 415-0385

GLEN SCOTT

STUMP GRINDINg Best Service

Best Prices

(850) 209-2105 Marianna, Florida

KOHLER POWER ®

EQUIPMENT Now Available at West Florida Electric

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

850-593-5753 You Pick Blueberries Opening June 2 Tuesday - Sunday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

FULLY INSURED • FREE ESTIMATES

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

A Cut Above

TREE SERVICE LLC

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

CB Roofing, LLC

Owner/Operator: Wesley Griffin

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

Chucky Brinkley, Owner

850.557.1966 • House • Businesses • Driveways • Decks • Patios

Louie Pettis

7772 Howell Rd. • Sneads, FL 32460

A & W Excavations

Free Pressure Washing Estimate

1401 N. Waukeshaw Ave. Bonifay, FL 32425

V eitch ’ s B lueberry F arm

850.726.0415

Licensed & Insured FL License # RC 0067463

Shingles Metal Roofing Repairs

McIntosh

Outboard & Small Engine Grand Ridge

No job too big or small!

Sneads

We buy boats & motors!

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

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

If It Won’t Burn...We’ll Probably Buy It! Scrap Metal & Prepared Steel

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 Call your area GTO dealer for a quote today!

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

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We Now have drive-on scales!

We also have 20 & 30 yard drop off containers for metal only

Kohler Model Pro 7.5E - $1399

We Buy Cars, Trucks & Equipment Competitive Prices

$75 down & $46.04/month for 36 months Special Introductory Interest Rate of 9.99%

Contact Your Local District Office

West Florida Electric A Touchstone Energy® Cooperative The power of human connections

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.

Wright’s Recycling • 1928 Edenfield Dr. • Grand Ridge, FL • (850) 592-2634 ISSUE JUNE 2015

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Miscellaneous

implementing automated metering, joining two self-insured funds and upgrading lines and equipment. When speaking about rates, Dunaway stressed the fact that WFEC members pay less per 1,000 kilowatt hours Shop Smith Mark V, purchased than both Florida Public Utilities’ or Gulf Power’s customers.

7/25/03 never used, $2,500; 638 “Presently on 1,000 kilowatt hours, we’re $4-5 – about $5 under Florida 3525.

Public; $4 per 1,000 under Gulf Power. We’re really glad about that and the reason we are so happy about it is that your co-op averages six meters Two cemetery plots, containing per mile of line, while investor owned average 50 meters. They are getting 7 spaces at Riverside Cemetery, revenue per mile of 50 accounts where we only get six, so there is no Marianna, must buy all, $1,400 question our distribution cost is twice as much as theirs,” said Dunaway.

OBO; 272-5101 or 272-3964.

He concluded his report on the state of the cooperative by saying, “The King size headboard, like new; 535- board of trustees and employees at West Florida Electric are proud. Proud of these accomplishments, proud of the survey and we strive to improve our 2234. performance each and every day.”

A health fair was held for members of the cooperative as part of the day’s Sta-Rite 4” Submersible pump, events and included booths from Northwest Florida Community Hospital, model# S20PHS15231, 20 GPM Covenant Hospice and Eye Center South. Cheerleaders from Blountstown 1.5 hp, stainless steel, control box, High School traveled to Graceville to serve soft drinks and paint faces 70’ of wire, excellent condition, for the cooperative. Entertainment was provided to the crowd by The $250; 547-4887.

Thompsons.

Machinist, carpentry & electrical tools; 579-3970.

Most Insurances Accepted

Debra Conrad (right), of Sneads, was the winner of the generator WFEC gave away at its 78th Annual Meeting/Member Appreciation Day on April 25.

Conrad is pictured here with Mary Neal (left), WFEC Sneads Office Manager of Member Services who presented her with the prize.

New Chipley Location Cosmetic, General & Family Dentistry

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 6

• Driveways • Sidewalks •House Slabs • Pool Decks • Patios • Pole Barns (Slabs & Installation)

Licensed & Insured

(850) 557-0753

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

Debbie Roney Smith Full Time Realtor working the Panhandle of Florida

Beulah Land HEALTH FOODS

Natural Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs, Grains, Personal Care Products 4198B Lafayette St., Marianna • 482-8511

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

(850) 263-9796

A Company Based on Honesty & Performance

We Buy All Timber Products Pine & Hardwood • Poles • Logs • Pulpwood President

Timber Company

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

Email: alfredllong@hotmail.com

New & Emergency Patients Welcome

200-Amp Power Pole $269.95

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

Gibbs Concrete

Sunny South Properties

Alfred L. Long

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

Briggs Stratton 50cc motor, needs throttle cable replaced 4 knobby, 8x8 tires included, $50; 305-5794597.

Adam’s Tree Service, llc

W

est Florida Electric strives to communicate with members about outages that occur throughout our four-county service area.

Staff uses the cooperative’s website, Facebook page and Twitter page to announce planned outages as well as those outages caused by the weather, animals or other circumstances beyond our control.

However, the best way to stay informed about power outages and track the progress of crews as they work to restore power, remains the online outage map. It’s a great tool located on the cooperative’s website (www.westflorida.coop) that can be used to find outage details.

The map displays information about where outages are located, how many members are being impacted by the outage, what county it is in and if a crew has been dispatched to that location.

The information on the map updates every 15 minutes. Street addresses and other identifying information are not presented on the map for privacy and security reasons. Outages are shown as general areas. They are not identified by meter number, address or specific location.

Family Dentistry of Chipley 415-1411 Family Dentistry of Bonifay 547-9290

Parts for Suzuki Forenza, automatic 4 cylinder, wrecked, motor transmission and many more; 5485348.

Frigidaire frost-free commercial freezer, white, upright, 3 shelves, door compartments, $100; 5573396.

Stay Informed with Online Outage Map

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

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

HALL Roofing, Siding & Building, LLC Residential • Commercial

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

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

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

Over 16 Years Professional Experience

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

Golf Carts of Chipley

Golf Carts, Accessories, Batteries

5 Years Labor Warranty • Licensed & Insured

LC # RC 29027412 RB29003513 Free Estimates • 24 Hour Emergency Service Serving Jackson, Holmes, Washington & Calhoun Counties

ISSUE JUNE 2015

SIDNEY HALL

850.526.8441 • 850.569.2021

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Rec. Vehicles (cont.)

ALDAY’S Bobcat & Tree Service

2005 Surveyor 210 travel trailer, 8’ wide, 22’6” long, fresh water & waste tank, sleeps 4, appliances, complete bath, top condition, $4,000 OBO; 579-9930 or 3263586.

“Convenience, Service”

2002 Dodge Ram, 4-door, 256,000 miles, $6,200; 1991 Ford F250 XLT, extended cab, 260,000 miles, $2,500; 956-2110 or 234-7070.

1971 Monte Carlo w/16’ trailer, new tires, $5,000 firm; 547-0448 or 3733709.

1993 GMC van, 2500 series, $1,500; 638-4987.

1977 Chevrolet, one ton, good transmission, rear end, 7 tube-less 16” rims, Dually needs motor, $800; 547-2141.

2007 Honda VTX motorcycle, like new, with accessories, $5,000 must go; Nissan pickup truck, tool box; 579-4339.

Shop

SALE

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TRAILER LADY CAR HAULERS UTILITY & ENCLOSED

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638-2999 PAGE 16

Owner/Operator (850) 557-7290

(850) 209-2501

Pressure Washing Svs.

Vehicles

Stacey Alday

Josh Alday

(850) 326-3434

Dogs in Suds Erica Smith, Pet Groomer

(850) 209-2931

4787 Country Lake Drive Marianna, FL 32446

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

“Honesty is Job One” 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

Segrest

FEED & SEED COMPANY, INC. 304 East Lawrence Harris Hwy. Post Office Box 339 Slocomb, AL 36375 334-886-2371 • FAX 886-2372 • 800-842-7500

We are proud to announce the opening of our seed & grain cleaning operation. We will be able to meet all your cleaning needs for seed and grain. We also have plenty of room for storage. Al Lockard will be our Manager and he brings 40 plus years of experience with him. We will be in full operation as of May 1, 2015.

WFEC 78th Annual Meeting/Member Appreciation Day Recap

W

est Florida Electric Cooperative’s 78th Annual Meeting/Member Appreciation Day was held on Saturday, April 25. Despite the rainy weather, many of the cooperative’s loyal members joined us for a health fair and the cooperative’s annual business meeting.

During the annual business meeting, members heard from special guest speaker, Gary Smith, PowerSouth Energy Cooperative’s President & CEO. “Why am I here? One of the answers to that question is that about 67 cents of every dollar that you send to West Florida on your electric bill comes on to PowerSouth in Andalusia for wholesale power. Two-thirds of the cost of all the electricity you use comes to PowerSouth,” said Smith.

“When you go back and look at your costs at retail over the last 15 years, most of the cost increases that you’ve seen are because wholesale power costs to WFEC have gone up, so we are an important part of your electric bill,” he continued.

Smith went on to explain to the crowd why electric rates have increased, citing environmental laws as the number one reason for the increase WFEC members have seen in their electric rates.

“The number one rule at PowerSouth is that the CEO does not to go jail to keep your lights on. We are going to comply with all the environmental rules that EPA puts on us. And that causes costs. Over the last four years, we have invested over 400 million dollars into our power plants to keep them environmentally compliant,” said Smith.

WFEC Executive Vice President & CEO, Russell Dunaway, also spoke to those gathered in the Graceville Civic Center.

Dunaway began his comments by saying that the cooperative has had a great year because no one got hurt. He continued by speaking about the results of the co-op’s member satisfaction survey. He also touched on electric rates and how the cooperative strives to save members money by controlling its distribution costs wherever it can. Some of the examples he used included trimming our right-of-ways from ground to sky,

3024 Firefly Lane Vernon, FL 32462

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Hay, $30/roll; 547-2563.

18x18 foot dual axle flatbed trailer, 4’ steel ramp, 5 stud wheels, electric brakes, excellent condition, $1,500 OBO; 547-2785.

Rohn Gates 12’ hot dipped galvanized 6-rail light, $65, heavy, $85; treated line post $5; one corner post, $15; electric fence wire; 5692697.

Red-top clover square bales, four round bales, never wet; 592-8754, Russell.

2013 48” D60 John Deere lawn mower, 228 hrs. deck has a hole, $1,500; 762-8197.

C&C Septic & Backhoe Services, Inc.

• Septic System Inspections • Septic Tanks • Drain Fields • Site Prep • Water Line Installation & Repairs

Office: 850-526-3108

Chanley W. Carter • Lic.#RF11067324

850-394-7620

Michael S. Carter• Lic.#RF110672427

Jackson Farm Well Services Patrick Jackson

850-592-9530 or 850-573-6623

40 Years Experience License #2252

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

Baltimore seeder/fertilizer spreader, fits PTO, rarely used, $365; 535-2972.

cdranch@embarqmail.com

What’s in YOUR Water?

Owner

New Holland hay baler, 8’ disc cutter; 535-2818.

850-573-0949

Panhandle Pump Repair & Filtration Service John White

Home/Farm (cont.)

SURVEYOR

Florida Licensed Surveyor since 1969 WFEC members took part in a health fair at the 78th Annual Meeting/Member Appreciation Day on April 25. Eye screenings conducted by Eye Center South.

ISSUE JUNE 2015

Roger Lonsway Home Office: 638-7412

Mobile: 260-5438 PAGE 5

Appliances Washer & dryer, $200; 890-8485.

Electronics

I’m humbly grateful for your support and votes of confidence. I look forward to serving you, our members, for the next three years.

Sincerely, Joe Rone District 8 Trustee Pd. Pol. Adv. Pd. for and approved by Joe Rone

Iphone 4, excellent condition, used two years, no damages, with home charger, cover, auto charger, $100; 326-7572.

Home/Farm Trundle bed, wood, $100; 3524284.

King size matress/box springs, 2-years old, $500; 579-0186.

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

Free Chipping on Acreage

Hasty

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

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CAC1814468 ER0013265 RF0066690 AL03147

Sapp’s Land & Excavating, Inc. Michael Kowitz

Timber Buyer

(850) 326-4778

CURRY FARMS

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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

850-526-3797 4673 HIGHWAY 90 E.

E WE MOV LE PORTAB GS BUILDIN

MARIANNA (Across from CVS)

Armondi Roofing, LLC Re-roof Specialist

Shingles • Flat Roofs • Re-Roofs New Roofs & All Types of Repairs

Free Estimates

5 Year Workmanship Warranty Licensed & Insured #CCC1330359

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

(850) 547-2934 PAGE 4

License #RC29027142 & License #RB29003143

J&J Neel Construction, Inc.

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Community Calendar

Vehicles (cont.)

Panhandle Watermelon Festival Pageant Friday, June 5 at 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, June 6 at 6:30 p.m.

Applications are available at Bush Paint & Supply in Graceville and Washington County Ag-Extension Office on Highway 90 in Chipley. The Panhandle Watermelon Pageant is an open pageant. Please feel free to call Pageant Director, Teresa Bush, 263-6345 (day) or 263-3072 (night) or 4150692 with any questions related to the pageant. For pageant applications only, call the Washington County Ag-Extension office at 638-6180.

2004 Ford F-150 XLT, 4x4 155,000 miles, $9,000; 2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT, 132,000 miles, $2,700; 956-2110 or 234-7070.

Sausage Making, Meat Curing & Smoking Class Thursday, June 11; 6:00-8:30 p.m.

Carmel Assembly of God Church, 1485 Carmel Church Road, Bonifay This class will provide a hands-on opportunity to learn the basics of sausage making, meat curing & smoking. The entire process will be demonstrated – what types & cuts of meat to choose, selecting spices, food safety & proper handling of raw meats, how to properly stuff sausages, different curing methods and the various woods used to smoke meat. A question-andanswer session will cover any specific questions or concerns. Registration is $5 & includes all class materials. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required by contacting the Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108 or the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265. University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution. For persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations, please contact 547-1108 (TDD, via Florida Relay Service, (800) 955-8771) at least five working days before the class so that proper consideration may be given to the request. eat All MOrder o Cut t

DILMORE MEATS 2321 Dilmore Rd., Cottondale, FL 32431

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

850-352-4407 or 4360

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

Beef, Pork, Chicken, Fish & Frozen Vegetables

Open Tues - Sat 7 til 5 Closed Sun & Mon

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

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 JUNE 2015

WANTED Old gas & oil signs, service station items, oil cans, gas pumps; 2092012.

Used tin; small lot or acreage with pump & septic tank; 209-2698.

Wood planer; post hole digger; citrus trees, reasonably priced; 547-0448 or 373-3709, will trade or pay cash.

LOST/FOUND Female Red Bone, last seen 4/29, Blue Springs & Calhoun Road in Marianna; 727-457-9990, Bob ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

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

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

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

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 The family of Velma Corbin would like to express our sincere appreciation for the kindness shown during our time of loss. We appreciate each call, visit, prayer, food and flower. We are truly blessed with such good friends.

The family of Wilmer E. Thomas (Pete) would like to extend sincere expressions of gratitude for the kindness & sympathy shown during the illness and loss of our loved one.

Special thanks to Emerald Coast Hospice. You were a God send, Sandra Thomas

Community Calendar (cont.)

Cabin Patch Summer Camp 2015 June 15-19; June 22-26; July 6-10 & July 13-17 Panhandle Pioneer Settlement, Blountstown Sign your children up for a fun and educational summer camp at the Panhandle Pioneer Settlement. All camps will take place from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon central time. The cost of the camp is $65 per week, per child. Snacks will be provided. Camp will focus on arts, crafts, science and nature walks. Camp for ages 6-8 years, will take place June 15-19 and July 6-10. Camp for students ages 9-12 will take place June 22-26 and July 1317. Call Janice or Lisa at (850) 674-2777 for more information.

Solar Cooking Class Tuesday, June 16; 6:00-8:30 p.m.

Washington County Ag Center, 1424 Jackson Avenue, Chipley Making & using a solar cooker can let you have hot meals when the power is off, keep you from losing food, or just help reduce cooking costs. We’ll demonstrate how to make a solar cooker, provide tips of safely using them and prepare a chicken casserole you can sample. Registration is $5 & The family of Clifton Dickens would includes class materials. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required by like to thank you for the acts of contacting the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265 or the kindness shown during our time of Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108. sorrow.

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

You can call now and purchase this space for ONLY $28.00/month. Reach over 21,000 local residences.

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

Beyond the Loaf Bread Making Class Thursday, July 9; 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Holmes County Ag Center, 1173 E. Hwy. 90, Bonifay Join us as we learn the basics of making flatbread, crackers, hamburger and hot dog buns and other non-loaf breads. Registration is $5 and includes class materials. Pre-registration is required by contacting the Holmes County Extension Offices, 547-1108 or the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265.

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

Russell Dunaway, CEO

CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE

I

sincerely thank the approximately 400 registered members and guests who braved the stormy weather to attend West Florida Electric Cooperative’s Annual Meeting and Member Appreciation Day. It was the first time in my long career that we had inclement weather during the meeting. I also thank the 4,303 members who took time to vote by mail ballot. The three incumbent Trustees were re-elected for another 3-year-term. These gentleman are very deserving of the members’ confidence and trust as shown by their re-election as your representatives on the Board of Trustees.

Some irresponsible campaigning occurred in this year’s election. Several thousand campaign flyers were mailed that attacked the Cooperative, Trustees, Attorney and the CEO. The accusations were an attempt to slander the Cooperative’s leadership including the three Trustees running for re-election. I want to assure all member-owners the Board of Trustees have represented the membership with integrity, honesty and have always held management accountable for running the Cooperative in a responsible manner.

West Florida Electric is a member-owned, private company. The Cooperative, its Trustees and staff, like all other business entities and individuals, are protected under Florida law from defamation and slander in written or verbal form. Your Trustees intend to take whatever measures are necessary to protect your Cooperative and its Trustees and staff from this type of slanderous communication in the future.

We are all very proud to serve the membership and appreciate the overwhelming support and kind words we have received during this difficult election.

Animals/Livestock Live pigs, for roasting, will be ready for July 4 holiday; 326-0697, Tom. White English/American Bulldog pups, wormed & OTD on shots, some have tails docked; 547-6442.

Quail & pheasant chicks; 693-1503, Archie.

Antiques/Collectibles Zippo lighter collection, new, still in box, one or two used, $438; 2720155.

1960s Bremen piano w/bench; 7186548.

OLEN BARFIELD Have Sawmill, Will Travel

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

638-7105

TRI-COUNTY CRANE $100 per hour SERVICE Travel one way Commercial & Residential Use • 15 ton 107 ft. boom

Lic# RM0048955

• Special rates for weekly or monthly rental

(850) 547-3698 • Bonifay

Thank You

Change of Address Notices POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Current Light Flashes P. O. Box 127 Graceville, Florida 32440-0127

West Florida Electric Cooperative members for your vote and support in our recent election. Your returning me as your District 9 Trustee is deeply appreciated. As your board member, my pledge to you is to continue working diligently to maintain an effective and efficient co-op that will best serve all member-owners.

It is an honor to serve you.

Myron Hudson

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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Setting the Record Straight

Pd. Pol. Adv. Pd. for and approved by Myron Hudson

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

ISSUE JUNE 2015

District 9 Trustee

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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USPS: 702-990 | ISSN: 1042-7767 | VOL 65, NO 5

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

WFEC Board of Directors

John C.

Myron

PATRICK

HUDSON

District 3 / Vice Chairman

District 9 / Board Chairman

Joe E.

Ellis

RONE

NICHOLS

District 8 / Secretary Treasurer

District 1

John

Eugene

ADAMS

ALFORD

District 4

District 2

A. C.

George Clayton

District 5

District 6

OWENS

MILES

Adams Appointed to Board of Trustees

J

ohn Adams, of Graceville, has been appointed to fill the District 4 Board of Trustees seat left vacant by the passing of long-time trustee, Charles Holman.

Adams has been a West Florida Electric member, living in District 4, for 36 years.

Adams is a 1965 graduate of Graceville High School and a 1967 graduate of Chipola College. He also holds a B.S. in Computer & Information Science from Troy University.

He is retired from the Florida Department of Transportation where he was a computer analyst for the Office of the Comptroller. During his career, Adams worked for several state agencies including the Department of Environmental Protection.

Adams and his wife of 47 years, Vivian Wilson Adams, live on the property where Adams grew up and have two children. One daughter, Gina, and her husband Gil, and a son, Shane and his wife, Ashley. These two children have blessed them with seven grandchildren. In their free time Adams and his wife enjoy fishing and spending time with their family, especially their children and grandchildren. They are also long-time members of First Baptist Church in Chipley.

“I look forward to working with the current board members who are fine people and have the best interest of the members at heart,” said Adams.

“I am excited to be part of an organization like this one and have a hand in guiding it into the future,” he continued.

Protect Your Home, Electronics & Appliances from Dangerous POWER SURGES today!

For a limited time, WFEC is offering FREE INSTALLATION on all meter base surge protectors purchased or leased during May or June 2015.

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

Residential

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

BONDURANT Attorney

Russell

DUNAWAY

Executive VP/CEO

Don’t wait until you have damage - protect your household electronics with affordable whole-house surge protection!

WFEC’s surge protection assists in eliminating storm-related & other surges that can damage your home appliances & sensitive electronics CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Commercial

ontractors nc Rent-All-We have everything you need! Equipment Rentals, Wedding Rentals, Etc. Septic Tanks & Drain Line Installation & Repair

Ph: (850) 547-3658

Plumbing • Electrical • Dozier • Backhoe • Excavating

612 W. Hwy. 90 • Bonifay, FL 32425

Dirt Hauling & Tank Cleaning

JUNE Chipley, Bonifay & Graceville 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.

Check us out online!

6” Seamless Gutters Call for Estimates

(850) 693-4127

Surplus & Salvage of Chipley (850) 638-7353

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

You can call now and purchase this space for ONLY $75.00/ month. Reach over 21,000 local residences. COLOR ads catch more attention!!!

LLC

Custom Homes and Additions

Jason Strickland

Certified Contractor Roofing License: RC29027497 Contractor License: CRC1330737

ISSUE JUNE 2015

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

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

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

Painted: $1.89/ft

CBC1257046 backwoodsbuildings@yahoo.com

30x36x10

24x36x10

Any Size e Availabl

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

Strickland Home Builders

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

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

customgutterworks.com

ADVERTISE IN COLOR!!!

1600 Hwy. 90 • Chipley, FL 32428

Pole Barn Kits

Frank E.

Randy

BUSH

District 7

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Attention Members:

$3,195

$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.

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Read Online www.WestFlorida.coop

Is Your Cooling System Running at Peak Efficiency?

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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 INSIDE THIS ISSUE

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

Adams Appointed to Board ...pg. 2 of Trustees Setting the Record Straight ...pg. 3 Annual Meeting Recap

...pgs. 5-6

Going on Vacation? Take Us ...pg. 8 With You! Stay Informed with Online Outage Map

...pg. 15

Local Classifieds

...pgs. 3-17

Community Calendar

...pgs. 17-18