June 2016

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

Rest Easy, We’re Prepared for Summer Storms ISSUE JUNE

2016

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ADVERTISE IN COLOR!!!

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

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

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

www.hwy77bingo.com

INSIDE THIS ISSUE Move Over

...pg. 3

79th Annual Meeting/ Member Appreciation Day ...pg. 5-6 Manufactured Home Living

... pg. 11

Eliminate Hassles

...pg. 13-14

Local Classifieds

...pgs. 3-18

Read Online www.WestFlorida.coop

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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.

Surplus & Salvage of Chipley (850) 638-7353

1600 Hwy. 90 • Chipley, FL 32428

Pole Barn Kits

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

24x24 - $1,799 24x36 - $1,999 24x48 - $2,699 24x60 - $3,099 32x36 - $2,699 32x48 - $3,399 32x60 - $4,099

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

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

Painted: $1.89/ft

Bryan WFEC Board of Directors

Political Advertisement paid for and approved by Bryan Bell, Republican, for Holmes County Property Appraiser

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

“Let’s work together to keep our community safe.”

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HALL Roofing, Siding & Building, LLC

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Sidney Hall 850.569.2021 850.526.8441

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District 5

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MILES

6” Seamless Gutters Call for Estimates

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Frank E.

BONDURANT Attorney

District 7

Russell

DUNAWAY

Executive VP/CEO

Fast & Friendly Air Conditioning Service All Makes!

Call: Don Nichols Heating & Cooling License #: RM14017006

Don: (850) 718-6877 Nathan: (850) 866-9022

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All Models!

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5 Years Labor Warranty • Licensed & Insured

ADVERTISE Buildings IN COLOR!!!

Call (850) 263-3231

Randy

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

District 1

ALFORD

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Residential • Commercial

Andy Hall 850.557.3368

Ellis

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District 8 / Secretary-Treasurer

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Reach over 21,000 local residences.

**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 includeCall engineered drawings or any extra bracing, rebar or permit fees. Special pricing limited to a 75 mile radius of Chipley, FL. (850) 263-3231 Prices subject to change w/o notice. Permitting NOT included.

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Wanted (cont.)

Community Calendar (cont.)

Travel trailer, fixer-upper, must be low-priced or free; 614-1088.

Principles of Pasture Productivity Tuesday, June 14; July 12; August 9; September 13; 6:30 p.m.

Washington County Ag Center, 1424 Jackson Avenue, Chipley Four part series: Session 1: Pasture fertility; soil testing, fertilizer selection & application, balancing forage quality, quantity & nutrient demands; Session 2: Grazing management, causes of pasture decline, rotational grazing systems, integration of multiple forage species; Session 3: Weed control; integrated pest management, basics of pasture herbicides, efficient herbicide application; Session 4: Forage establishment & variety selection; timing & techniques for establishing annual/perennial forages, characteristics & site selection forage varieties. Topics presented in a practical, “how-to” style with consideration given to varying sizes & management goals of local livestock operations. Registration for the series includes any/all of the sessions at both locations. $25 registration fee for the entire series or $10 per session. Light refreshments & printed program materials provided. To register contact the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6180.

Someone to cut & maintain 19 acres, hay fields, near Cottondale; 890-8485.

Free Downed oak for firewood, needs to be cut up; one old Western saddle; 638-4767.

One double mattress, very good shape; one sofa chair, cloth, multi-color; 573-6583.

Notification Statement

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

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

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Sausage Making, Meat Curing & Smoking Class Tuesday, June 21; 6:00-8:30 p.m.

Bethel Baptist Church, 1349 Co. Road 173, Graceville A hands-on opportunity to learn the basics of sausage making, meat curing, and smoking. See the entire process - types & cuts of meats to choose, selecting spices, food safety & proper handling of raw meats, properly stuffing sausages, curing methods & woods used for smoking. A question-and-answer session will be included to cover issues or concerns. Registration fee is $5 and includes 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.

Movie Night Third Saturday of each month; 6:00 p.m.

Rocky Creek Baptist Church, 5458 Rocky Creek Road, Marianna The church will host free movie and popcorn nights for the entire family. Enjoy a family “togetherness” time while watching a family friendly movie in comfort.

Each month a different movie will be featured. Everyone is invited and encouraged to come. For more info, call 643-7711.

Senior Singles Event Last Friday of each month; 6:00 p.m.

Eastside Baptist Church For more information, 850-272-6611.

Move Over

Legislation protecting emergency workers was expanded in 2014 to include utility vehicles

A

ll Florida drivers should be aware of the state’s “Move Over” law, enacted in 2002 and amended in 2014.

The law states drivers approaching a law enforcement or emergency vehicle parked along the roadway must slow to a speed 20 miles per hour below the posted speed limit if traveling on a twolane roadway. If traveling on a roadway with multiple lanes of traffic in the same direction, drivers must vacate the lane closest to the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. 37487001 Drivers may not be aware of an amendment to the law that was effective July 1, 2014. As of this date, the law has been expanded to include sanitation and utility vehicles.

The jobs of our line workers are hazardous and can become even more dangerous when they work on the ground around traffic.

Let’s work together to follow the law, pay attention, slow down, move over and stay safe.

Specific Requirements: • On a two-lane roadway, you are required to slow to a speed that is 20 miles per hour less than the posted speed limit.

• If the speed limit is 20 miles per hour or less, you must slow down to 5 miles per hour.

• If driving on an interstate or roadway with multiple lanes of travel in the same direction, you must vacate the lane closest to that vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. If you are not able to safely move over, you must slow down to 20 mph below the posted speed limit unless directed otherwise by a law enforcement officer.

• Violating the Move Over law can result in a fine and points on your license.

CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE Animals/Livestock Baby chicks, turkeys, chickens, peacocks, guineas, pigs, and calves; 209-7281.

Guinea fowl, parakeets, $3.50; mature males, $10; females laying, $15, white pearl & lavender; 415-1282.

Big rooster, big Drake duck, $10 each; 557-6939.

German shorthair pointer puppies, can send pic, parents great hunters & trained to hunt quail, chucker & pheasant, raised on a game bird farm & hunt preserve; 693-5001.

Southern Paving Mark Kriser, Owner

Make Your Life a Little Smoother

(850) 527-1964 Paving • Driveways • Parking Lots Asphault Repairs

Rocket Stove Class Thursday, July 14; 6:00-8:30 p.m.

Holmes County Ag Center, 1173 E. Hwy. 90, Bonifay Rocket stoves are an efficient and alternative cooking method that can be used in emergency, disaster & camping situations. We’ll demonstrate how to make a rocket stove, share tips on safely using rocket stoves, and even prepare a dish you can sample. Registration fee is $5 and includes 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.

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Markkriser@yahoo.com

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

ISSUE JUNE 2016

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

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Antiques/Collectibles

I would like to thank each West Florida Electric Cooperative member who supported and voted for me in the Co-op’s recent elections. I deeply appreciate the opportunity and the privilege of serving as your District 3 representative.

Collectible 6 singing bass fish, all work, $50; 674-6242.

Beautiful antique oak china cabinet, curved glass side, will trade for 4 Black Angus calves; other antiques will trade for calves; 762-4777.

Sincerely, John C. Patrick

Paid Pol. Adv. paid for and approved by John Clayton Patrick

1001 USES

Armondi Roofing, LLC Re-roof Specialist

Portable Buildings, Carports & Garages Mobile Home & RV Supplies

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

Free Estimates

Appliances

5 Year Workmanship Warranty

GE electric range, full size, white, very good condition, $200; 849-3193.

Licensed & Insured #CCC1330359

850-526-3797 E WE MOV LE PORTAB GS BUILDIN

4673 HIGHWAY 90 E.

(850) 547-2934

MARIANNA (Across from CVS)

TATUM’S HARDWARE Hwy. 71 Marianna

Mobile Home Power Pole

Home/Farm Two nearly new Snapper lawn mowers; 1 is 33” cut, $1,500; 1 is 30” cut for small lawns, $700; 263-4339.

(850) 482-5513

100 amp $199 200 amp $29995 95

Ag Sprayers Sprayer Repair Parts Baler Twine

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

GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE Xtreme Southern Kustomizing

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

Woodham Rd., Graceville, FL

Hill’s Tree Service

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

SURVEYOR

Roger Lonsway Home Office: 638-7412 PAGE 4

Mobile: 260-5438

WANTED

Panhandle Pond Management Tuesday, June 7; 6:00 p.m.

Washington County Ag Center, 1424 Jackson Avenue, Chipley Part Two of a series by UF/IFAS Extension. Specialists from campus will share their expertise. Dr. Stephen Enloe, UF Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants, will lead session 2, Aquatic Weed Management. It will involve weed identification, control options, and herbicide application techniques. If you have problem weeds bring samples for identification and control recommendations. A meal will be sponsored by The Lake Doctors. $10 registration fee per session. To register call the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6180. Session 2 attendees will receive a copy of Weed Control in Ponds a bound book sold through the IFAS bookstore.

Old gas, oil, automotive & general advertisement signs; oil cans, gas pumps or related items; 209-2012.

Solar Cooking Class Thursday, June 9; 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 help reduce cooking costs. We’ll demonstrate how to make a solar cooker, tips on safely using solar cookers, and prepare foods you can sample. Registration fee is $5 and includes class materials. Space is limited.

Pre-registration is required by contacting the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265, or the Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108. University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution. For persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations, please contact 638-6265 (TDD, via Florida Relay Service, 1-800-955-8771) at least five working days prior to the class so that proper consideration may be given to the request.

Eugene Alford

Paid Pol. Adv. Paid for & Approved by Eugene Alford

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Good pickup truck, reasonable price; 557-6939.

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

A Company Based on Honesty & Performance

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

Timber Company

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

Email: alfredllong@hotmail.com

McIntosh

Outboard & Small Engine Grand Ridge

Sneads

We buy boats & motors!

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

CLF Free Ad Policy (Limited to one ad per household)

My sincere thanks to all the members who placed their confidence in me by re-electing me to serve as your WFEC Trustee in District Two.

Horses, ponies, mules; 209-8532.

Panhandle Watermelon Festival Pageant Friday, June 10 & Saturday, June 11; 6:30 p.m.

Washington County Ag Center, 1424 Jackson Avenue, Chipley The 60th Annual pageant entry fee is $60 with an additional $10 fee for the photogenic competition (limit of one photo per contestant). Proceeds benefit the Panhandle Watermelon Festival. Admission to the pageant is $5 and children under 3 are free. For more information, contact Teresa Bush at 263-4744 or 2633072 or Melissa Miles at 260-4323.

593-4455

Thank You Florida Licensed Surveyor since 1969

Community Calendar

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 2016

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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Recreational Vehicles (cont.)

1994 Honda AspenCade motorcycle, garage kept, low mileage, new tires, excellent condition, $4,200; 769-0790.

Graceville Goat, Sheep, Chicken Auction, LLC

Every Thursday: 5 PM - until Second Saturday of Each Month: 10 AM - until

Life Insurance

2002 Honda, white, 2.0 L, for parts only; 1995/1996 red Monte Carlo, parts only; 547-5766.

1981 diesel Cadillac, 127,200 miles, averages 25 mpg, $2,000; 569-2697.

V eitch ’ s B lueberry F arm 7772 Howell Rd. • Sneads, FL 32460

850-593-5753 You Pick Blueberries Opening Monday, May 30 Tuesday - Sunday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Call now to purchase this size ad for ONLY $84.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

(850) 263-3231 PAGE 16

Birth-85

Miscellaneous & Animals

850-573-2157 850-263-0793

• No Buyer Premiums • Open to Public

916 White Avenue Graceville, FL

$35,000 Whole Life

Up to

Health Problems? No Problem!

Guaranteed Coverage

Buyers & Sellers Welcome

Vehicles

State Regulated

Age 40-80

#AB3552

Jocelyn Andersen

Office: (850) 764-3410 Cell: (863) 221-3050

J & S Land Clearing NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL!

EXCAVATION • TREE REMOVAL STUMP REMOVAL • LAND CLEARING GRADING • BACKHOE WORK

Jamie Alday LICENSED & INSURED • 850-899-0059

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

WFEC Holds 79th Annual Meeting/ Member Appreciation Day

W

est Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC) held its 79th Annual Meeting/Member Appreciation Day on Saturday, April 23 in Graceville. The event took place at the Graceville Civic Center from 8:00 a.m. until noon. Many activities were held for members throughout the day including a health fair with screenings for blood sugar, cholesterol and blood pressure. Representatives from Eye Center South conducted vision exams and Covenant Hospice was on hand to share information about home health, and end of life care. Some of the other activities included electrical safety demonstrations and displays from the Panhandle Pioneer Settlement and more. Pony rides, face painting and other children’s activities also took place. 27588001 The Watsons from Cottondale, Florida, entertained the crowd. They are a sixpiece band that sings old Southern Bluegrass Gospel music. John Watson, plays flat top and sings lead. Fred Watson plays lead flat top and sings harmony as well as lead vocals. Judy Cutchins sings harmony while James Fowler plays bass, Mike Sapp plays banjo and Stevie Elam plays mandolin. You can often find members of the band playing at several local Hardee’s restaurants during the week.

Member-owners registered for door prizes and enjoyed a great meal provided

by Gary’s Southern Grill. In addition to these events members of the cooperative heard from WFEC Executive Vice President & CEO, Russell Dunaway who delivered an address to the crowd. Special guest speaker, Colin Craig of Slocomb, Alabama, spoke about his experience with the National Rural Electric Cooperative Youth Tour program and as a spokesperson for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association Youth Leadership Council.

Most Insurances Accepted

Home/Farm (cont.)

1995 AG Master 25 hp diesel tractor, cultivator, in good shape, $2,700; 372-3874.

Craftsman 42” riding mower, rough works, $200; Coleman Powermate 5000 generator, $250; Fender electric, pink, Princeton 65 amp, $200; 535-1722.

Chest of drawers, 4 drawers, medium brown, 44” high, 33 1/2” wide, 18” deep, $30; 547-4639.

4x5 peanut hay rolls, $30/roll; 557-2538.

Beige Queen sofa couch/ sleeper, like new, hardly ever used, $250; 579-8867.

Coastal hay, 5x5 roll; 592-4798.

New Chipley Location Cosmetic, General & Family Dentistry

• Veneers • Crowns • Dentures • Cleanings • Whitening • Bonding New & Emergency Patients Welcome

Clark’s Well Drilling & Pump Repair

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

850.592.5451 or 850.482.1669 Give us a call for all your well drilling & pump repair needs

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

OLEN BARFIELD Have Sawmill, Will Travel

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

638-7105

Glen Scott

Stump Grinding

Beulah Land HEALTH FOODS

Best Service

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

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

West Florida Electric member-owners register for the annual meeting on April 23.

ISSUE JUNE 2016

Best Prices

(850) 209-2105

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

Marianna, Florida

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Home/Farm (cont.)

Three saddles, one Roper, 6-years-old, one English rider, both in good condition, best offer; 638-4767.

Large amaryllis, $5; double, white Rose of Sharon tree, $4; 693-4583.

Fertilized Bahia hay, 5x4 net wrapped, barn stored, $40/ roll, SW Washington County; 785-6345.

Results of the cooperative’s board of trustee elections were announced the week before the meeting and at the meeting itself. Those results were: District 1: Ellis Nichols – unopposed District 2: Eugene Alford – 2,494 Ben Maddox – 1,162 District 3: John Patrick – 2,472 Shedrick McGriff – 1,187 During the meeting, member-owners also had the opportunity to win a variety of prizes such as electric grills, small appliances, electronics and more.

Complimentary soft drinks and face painting services were provided throughout the day by cheerleaders from Ponce De Leon High School.

Queen Anne style desk and chair, beautiful, $100; 547-0509.

Eggplant Parmigiana Submitted by: Lou Ward Ingredients:

Recreational Vehicles (cont.)

27’ travel trailer, new AC, refrigerator, ideal for river camp, hunting lodge, $1,500; 548-5649.

2 eggs 1/4 cup milk Dash garlic powder Dash onion powder Dash salt Dash pepper 1 large eggplant, cut into 1/2” thick slices Seasoned dry bread crumbs 30 oz. pasta sauce 16 oz. shredded mozzarella cheese 12 oz. shredded Swiss cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup Romano cheese

Fiberglass boat & trailer, trolling motor, 14.5’, $850; 592-8769.

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine eggs, milk, garlic, onion, salt, pepper into shallow bowl.

Dip eggplant into egg mix & coat in bread crumbs. In large skillet, pour enough oil to cover bottom and 1/4” up the side. Over medium heat, heat & brown eggplant in batches on both sides. Drain on paper towels. Use 13 x 9 inch baking dish & place 3 tablespoons of pasta sauce on bottom. Layer eggplant, Swiss, mozzarella and sauce. Repeat until done. Sprinkle Romano & Parmesan cheese on top. Bake at 350 until cheese melts & heated thoroughly. Approximately 30 minutes. Cut into squares and serve over angel hair pasta with sauce.

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

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

southeasternsurveying.com

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Purchase this ad size for ONLY $42.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

Call (850) 263-3231 Jackson Farm Well Services

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

Top: Vernon Linton creates balloon animals for some of WFEC’s young guests at the annual meeting. Bottom Left: Susan McDaniel of the Jackson County Health Department conducts a glucose test for one of WFEC’s members at the annual meeting on April 23. The health department was just one of many health fair participants. Bottom right: Wood turning demonstrations by Harry Wheeler (pictured) & Joe Emery took place throughout the day.

Licensed & Insured gibbsconcrete.com

(850) 557-0753

Patrick Jackson

850-592-9530 or 850-573-6623

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

Adam’s Tree Service, llc

We now have drive-on scales!

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

Family Owned and Operated with 20 Years Experience

We Buy Cars, Trucks & Equipment Competitive Prices

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

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!

(850) 547-5001 or (850) 596-8767 PAGE 6

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

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

Closed

Thursdays Saturday Afternoons Sundays

Wright’s Recycling • 1928 Edenfield Dr. • Grand Ridge, FL • (850) 592-2634 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

ISSUE JUNE 2016

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Real Estate (cont.)

2) You can also update your information using our website. Here’s how: Visit www.westflorida.coop and look for the “Manage Your Account” field. Use your username and password to log in (if this is the first time you are using this service, you must call the office to get a username and password) and follow the prompts to enter the member portal. Once there, click on the “My Account” tab, then select the “Account Profile” option and update any phone numbers associated with your account. You can also update your address and other account information under this tab.

3BR/2BA brick home on 2.2 acres, Rum Rd. in New Hope Community, Hwy. 2; Zillow. com; 334-726-4647.

3) Call (855) MYWFECA and select option #4 to update or change your phone number. 236163008

Recreational Vehicles

4) Speak with a member services representative next time you are in the office and have them assist you with changing your information. If you have any questions about updating your account or how to do so, contact WFEC at 800.342.7400.

18’ Ranger boat with 130 hp engine, $1800; 234-7070.

Elect

Bomann Fencing

Agricultural Fencing/Satisfaction Guaranteed For all your fencing needs call

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

For

Larry

Jackson County

Moore

Bush Paint & Supply

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

263-4744 • 971 6th Ave., Graceville

• 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

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

Over 40 Years Experience License #2252

John White Owner

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

3024 Firefly Lane Vernon, FL 32462

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CURRY FARMS

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Dozer & Excavation Work

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Westville, Florida (New Hope)

Superintendent of Schools

Jody Curry (850) 239-0128 Cell (850) 956-9984 Home (850) 956-2234 Office

Thank you for your consideration.

Political advertisement paid for and approved by Larry Moore, Democrat, for Superintendent of Schools

Hometown Bankers serving our hometowns

WATKINS PLUMBING, INC.

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

Bush Well Drilling

Pump Sales & Service • Irrigation Systems • Water Treatment

Miscellaneous Lea lift chair, large, maroon color, excellent condition, $350; 593-6187 or 557-5638.

Old records, some gospel, 78-45, priced reasonable; food processor, like new, $20; 956-4571, leave message.

Cable piano, with bench, good condition, $325 OBO; 352-4632.

14’ V-nose cargo trailer, tandem axle w/brakes, side door & two back doors, in good condition, $2,650 OBO; 415-0851.

Lucas N. Taylor, P.A. • • • • •

Attorney at Law Estate Planning Probate Real Estate Guardianships Personal Injury

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

Office:

850-263-8064

• Cell:

Great Rate Tree Service, LLC

850-573-1229

Learn More About the Bible!

The entire Bible is studied over the course of 3 years through Faith Bible Institute courses.

Call for more information.

Marisa Everett, Don Nowell, Sandy Spear, Wesley Whitaker, Debbie Arnold Serving Holmes, Jackson, and Washington Counties www.ffbf.com PAGE 14

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Faith Baptist Church, 2494 Hwy. 71, Marianna (850) 482-2869 Pastor: Timothy Sanders

(850) 547-7301

122B South Waukesha Street • Bonifay, FL 32425

Licensed & Insured

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

Service Days/Times: Sunday School - 10 AM, Sunday Morning Worship - 11 AM Sunday Evening Worship - 6 PM, Wednesday Worship - 6 PM

Serving Holmes, Jackson & Washington Counties

We offer FREE van service to pick up children & adults who want to attend regular services

(850) 768-1734

ISSUE JUNE 2016

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

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Miscellaneous (cont.)

New/unused Permobil C400 power wheelchair, 16x16 seat that reclines, tilts & elevates, $3,850; 526-7827.

Mulberry, loquat, hot pepper plants, $1 & up, aloe plants; 535-2215.

GOGO scooter with battery, excellent condition, $300; 547-4114.

4 used Michelin tires, P235/55R17, approximately 65% tread remaining, $200; 557-9700.

Brock’s Equipment Service

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

Cottondale • (850) 579-4863 Cell • (850) 573-1863

1401 N. Waukeshaw Ave. Bonifay, FL 32425

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

Louie Pettis

(850) 547-0075 (850) 516-1227 F U L LY I N S U R E D • TREE REMOVAL • CHIPPER • 15 TON CRANE • PRUNING & TRIMMING • AERIAL TRUCK

• F R E E E S T I M AT E S

A Cut Above

TREE SERVICE

• BOBCAT WORK • HAZARDOUS TREE REMOVAL • STUMP REMOVAL • STUMP GRINDING

LLC

Owner: Jason Morris

BUS: (850)415-1217

CELL: (850)573-1270

Fred O’Neal II

Four 31x10.50x15 Cooper Discoverer AT3 tires, over half tread on all, $250; 579-0722, leave message after 5 p.m.

O’Neal’s Dozer Service, Inc.

Easy quilter 3.1 frame, use with domestic sewing machine, quilt your quilt tops, $200; 592-2133.

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

Sunny South Properties 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

Tri-County Gas S ervice , I nc .

Tri-County Gas S ervice , I nc .

“Home Folks Serving Home Folks”

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

547-3696 #RM0048955

PAGE 8

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

Quality Seamless G utters • Modern Equipment • Quality Materials

• Many Colors to Choose From • Materials and Workmanship Warranty • Owner Operated-Professional Installation

Eliminate Hassles Update your account information

License #RC29027142 & License #RB29003143

J&J Neel Construction, Inc.

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

3BR/1BA house, 3916 Hwy. 2,

E

ach year around this time, West Florida Electric begins encouraging and Graceville, $32,000; 263-4395. reminding its members to update their account information. We usually do this at the beginning of summer storm season and hurricane season for 3.978 acres on Orange Hill outage restoration purposes, but did you know there are several other important reasons you should always keep your account information up-to-date?

Road, three miles south of One reason is for security purposes. Each time a member requests a service or Chipley, pines, field and pond, sets up a new account, the last four digits of the social security number listed on the account are verified. The correct mailing address and a good phone number are $37,000; 326-3613. also needed when setting up new service or requesting a change or addition to the services the cooperative is already providing. This is so the co-op can make contact 2014 28x48 doublewide with the member as needed. 80383002 mobile home, 6 acres, 12x24 In some cases, a spouse will contact WFEC to make changes on accounts, but if that spouse’s name is not listed on the account, then the co-op cannot accept the workshop w/electricity, must request until the person listed on the account makes the request. see to appreciate, $80,000 Safety is another reason the information on file needs to be accurate. Having OBO; 326-7566. the correct contact number listed on your account is very important - especially if a hazardous situation occurs at the location. This is particularly important if it is a 2 acres cleared, level, oak vacation home, campsite, or if the member lives out of town.

Having the correct information listed on your account is also important trees, Lovedale area, build because it could impact you financially. Because the cooperative disperses deceased getaway house, $12,900; capital credits, it helps the heirs of an estate if the information on the decedents 557-3080. account is correct. There are times when someone remarries and does not change their name. In this case, the heirs have to provide a proof of a name change and it puts more burden on them to gather the additional documents needed.

“The process for updating your account information is sometimes as simple as calling the office. Especially for phone number or address changes,” said Peggy Davidson, Coordinator, Service Center in the Bonifay district. “However, for name changes due to marriage, divorce or spelling we will need a copy of William Crutchfield Enterprises, Inc. your driver’s license and social security card documenting the new name,” she • Refrigeration continued.

• Heating & Cooling Finally, having the correct information listed on your account is very important • Ice Machines License for outage restoration efforts. This is a way you can assist WFEC personnel with Number: • Residential/Commercial CMC1250499 our power restoration efforts. If the automated system answers your call to report For Service Call: an outage, and you are calling from a different number than is listed on your (850) 263-3427 or Cell: (850) 326-0330 account, the system won’t recognize your location. This could delay your power restoration during a storm. You don’t want that to happen and neither do we, so please make sure all of your account information is completely up-to-date.

There are several ways to update your info with WFEC: 1) Call any of our district offices to make simple changes like phone numbers or addresses.

ALDAY’S Bobcat & Tree Service

FREE ESTIMATES (850) 209-5757 Licensed & Insured

Real Estate (cont.)

Licensed & Insured LI20000696600

Josh Alday

(850) 209-2501 ISSUE JUNE 2016

Stacey Alday

Owner/Operator (850) 557-7290

In the market for a new electric appliance?

WFEC has GE & HotPoint products!

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

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Multiple Listings (cont.)

Lift chair, wheel chair, like new; electric, upright frost-free freezer; king size comforter set, peach color; 956-2839.

Real Estate Lakefront 2BR/2BA, swim, fish, pier, new air/heat, fireplace, top appliances, metal roof, carports, landscaped, fenced, $149,500; 813-205-7740.

95% of surge-related damage is from indirect lightning strikes!

Don’t wait until you have damage! Protect your electronics & appliances with affordable whole-house surge protection from WFEC!

Miscellaneous (cont.)

Two Garelick Mariner metal folding deck chairs, waterproof cushions, arm rests, chrome-plated fishing rod gimbals attached, $50 each; 592-4740.

Ready. Set. Save on Kubota’s Kommander Series Residential Zero-Turn Mowers.

Exercise equipment, barely used, Pro Form elliptical/ recumbent bike, $150; home gym, 150 lb. weights, $200; free-standing punching bag, $50; 933-2395.

5BR/2.5BA, 2 car garage, library, den, dining, kitchen with a bar, 5 exit doors, sun porch, fireplace, wood floors, brick home, 766 4th St, Chipley, $139,000; 209-7028.

$

0 Down, 0% Financing for 36 Months

*

A.P.R.

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Offer ends 6/30/16.

Panhandle Tractor

Panhandle Tractor 5003 Highway 90 5003 Highway Marianna, Florida9032446 Marianna, Florida 32446 (850) 526-2257

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

(850) 526-2257

Branching Out Tree Care

Commercial & Residential Use • 15 ton 107 ft. boom

Lic# RM0048955

• Special rates for weekly or monthly rental

(850) 547-3698 • Bonifay

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 LiftMaster • GTO • Mighty Mule For more information please visit- www.a1-gates.com

PAGE 12

Hazardous Tree Removal

Aerial Bucket Work • Tree Trimming

“Quality work at a fair price!”

Additions • Repairs Remodels

Window Replacements Lic#: RR282811643 Owner Chris Krauser

(850) 260-9019

(850) 263-4786

Free Estimates Licensed & Insured

Jeremy Hill

850-326-0266

Nick Edenfield 850-272-2161

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

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

AFFORDABLE SEAMLESS GUTTERS

Centipede Seed

20-Years Limited Warranty 21 Colors to Choose From *$0 down, 0% A.P.R. financing for up to 36 months on purchases of new Kubota equipment (excluding VS Series)

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

Gary McIntosh

kubota.com (850) 593-0009

is available to qualified purchasers from participating dealers’ in-stock inventory through 6/30/2016. Example: A Est. monthly 1980installment repayment term at 0% A.P.R. requires 36 payments of $27.78 per $1,000 financed.

36-month 0% A.P.R. interest is available to customers if no dealer documentation preparation fee is charged. Dealer charge for document preparation fee shall be in accordance with state laws. Inclusion of ineligible equipment may result in a higher blended A.P.R. 0% A.P.R. and low-rate financing may not be available with customer instant rebate offers.

Financing is available through Kubota Credit Corporation, U.S.A., 3401 Del Amo Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503; subject to credit approval. Some exceptions apply. Offer expires 6/30/2016. See us for details on these and other low-rate options or go to www.kubota.com for more information. Optional equipment may be shown.

A & W Excavations Owner/Operator: Wesley Griffin

© Kubota Tractor Corporation, 2016

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

850.557.1966 ISSUE JUNE 2016

Call now to purchase this size ad for ONLY $84.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

(850) 263-3231 Finch’s Welding Supply Oxygen • Acetylene • C02 • Argon 75/25 Rods, Tips, Wire Welding Accessories We service all welding machines.

850.768.3697 850.768.3114

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

3433 Pear Tree Lane Bonifay, FL 32425

PAGE 9

Multiple Listings Manual wheelchair, $75; 263-6841.

Gentle gelding for trail riding; 24’ Prowler travel trailer; pleasure, barrel, roping, saddles; horse drawn wagon; black/tan coon dog; 209-8532.

1995 Nissan pickup 4x4, for parts, motor and transmission good, $500 OBO; old boat trailer, $80; other trailers and equipment; 234-7070.

Hoover steam vacuum, $60; mirror approximately 2’x3’, $20; handheld clothes steamer, $5; wicker baskets, $5; 547-5019.

2008 Nissan Versa S, like new, $3,500; 2007 model year purchased in Oct 2008; Honda VTX 1300C motorcycle, one owner, showroom condition, 5,600 original miles, $5,000, must see; 579-4339, Frank.

Rest Easy, We’re Prepared for Summer Storms

S

ummer is here, school is out and families are gearing up for a few months of fun and relaxation. While summer brings fun in the sun, it can also bring the occasional severe storm. In the event of a power outage, you can trust that West Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC) is ready to respond.

The major cause of most power outages comes from damage to power lines due to falling trees and branches. We work year round – through right-of-way clearing – to ensure power lines in our service territory stand little risk of being damaged by trees, branches or other types of vegetation.

Despite our best efforts, during major storms, damage can occur to transmission stations, substations and power lines. When this happens, our first priority is to safely restore power to as many members as possible in the shortest amount of time.

We start by mobilizing our line crews and other critical staff. Every phone line available is utilized to take your outage report calls. The big problems are handled first – like damage to transmission lines, which serve thousands of people.

These problems must be corrected before we can focus on other areas where more localized damage may have occurred.

WFEC’s line crews inspect substations to determine if the problem starts there, or if there could be an issue down the line. If the root of the problem is at the substation, power can be restored to thousands of members.

Next, line crews check the service lines that deliver power into neighborhoods and communities. Line crews repair the damaged lines, restoring power to hundreds of people. If you continue to experience an outage, there may be damage to a tap line outside of your home or business. Make sure you notify WFEC so crews can inspect these lines. 18154002 We will do our best to avoid power outages, but sometimes Mother Nature has other plans. Be sure to check our online outage map on our website (westflorida.coop) or our Facebook page on your smartphone for the latest updates during a power outage.

200-Amp Power Pole $269.95 100 - Amp Power Pole $179.95 Delivery & Installation Available Rick Carnley - Lic. # EC-13006648

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

PAGE 10

Manufactured Home Living Retrofit your home for efficiency & savings

I

f you live in a manufactured home, chances are you may have a higher energy bill than a family living in a modular or traditional site-built home. The good news is there are many ways you can improve your home’s energy efficiency.

First a clarification – some use the term manufactured home and mobile home interchangeably. A mobile home is a factory-built home constructed before 1976 when the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) set national standards that nearly every manufactured home must meet. Thereafter, factory-built homes were called manufactured homes and are engineered and constructed in accordance with the 1976 federal code administered by HUD. Manufactured homes come in all shapes and sizes. They may be single- or multi-sectioned and are available in various sizes and floor plans. There are many differences between manufactured homes built before 1976 and those built afterward. One of the major differences is in energy efficiency. Those built before federal standards were put in place were generally not as energy efficient as later models. And, while your manufactured home may have been built to the energy efficiency standards of the time, significant progress has been made over the past decades with high-efficiency mechanical equipment, windows, insulation, siding and roofing materials. 84746001 In short, whether your homes is less than five years old or more than 50, most homes can benefit from energy efficiency measures simply due to wear and tear.

Sunlight, seasonal temperature changes and wind can increase air leakage. Doors and windows may not close tightly and duct work can leak, wasting cooling and heating energy.

The Department of Energy & WFEC recommend the following steps to retrofit your manufactured home and improve energy efficiency: • Install energy-efficient windows and doors – windows should have a U-value of <.30 & Solar Heat Gain Co-efficient (SHGC) of <.30 • Replace insulation in the belly • Install a high SEER heat pump – you may qualify for a rebate through WFEC’s heat pump rebate program, so contact the cooperative before you install a new heat pump to find if you qualify.

• Make general repairs – seal bottom board, caulk windows, doors and ducts • Install or seal belly wrap In addition to the measures listed above, consider caulking and weatherstripping windows and doors, particularly if you are not able to replace them with more energy-efficient ones. Properly seal any openings around ducts and plumbing fixtures. Replace light bulbs with CFLs or LEDs and have your heating and cooling system professionally serviced. It is also a good idea to add insulation under the floor and crawl space. Mobile homes usually already have insulation, but they tend to be part filled, which means there is always room for more!

The energy experts at West Florida Electric also recommend checking the crawl space and ducts underneath your manufactured home. Make sure you look for loose ducts or joints and use metal Duct Tape to seal them. Adding skirting around the home will also provide a benefit for you.

If you have questions about energy efficiency improvements for your manufactured home, contact us at 800.342.7400 for more information.

Multiple Listings (cont.)

4 office chairs, $40; nice curio cabinet, $75 OBO; antique French Provincial bedroom suite, $700 OBO; blue love seat, $75; twin bed complete, $60; 593-6642.

Serta therapeutic twin XL bed, adjustable head & feet w/massage system, 1-year-old; canning jars, all sizes; 693-4483.

Power outages during storms are often caused by falling trees and branches.

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

ISSUE JUNE 2016

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

PAGE 11

Multiple Listings Manual wheelchair, $75; 263-6841.

Gentle gelding for trail riding; 24’ Prowler travel trailer; pleasure, barrel, roping, saddles; horse drawn wagon; black/tan coon dog; 209-8532.

1995 Nissan pickup 4x4, for parts, motor and transmission good, $500 OBO; old boat trailer, $80; other trailers and equipment; 234-7070.

Hoover steam vacuum, $60; mirror approximately 2’x3’, $20; handheld clothes steamer, $5; wicker baskets, $5; 547-5019.

2008 Nissan Versa S, like new, $3,500; 2007 model year purchased in Oct 2008; Honda VTX 1300C motorcycle, one owner, showroom condition, 5,600 original miles, $5,000, must see; 579-4339, Frank.

Rest Easy, We’re Prepared for Summer Storms

S

ummer is here, school is out and families are gearing up for a few months of fun and relaxation. While summer brings fun in the sun, it can also bring the occasional severe storm. In the event of a power outage, you can trust that West Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC) is ready to respond.

The major cause of most power outages comes from damage to power lines due to falling trees and branches. We work year round – through right-of-way clearing – to ensure power lines in our service territory stand little risk of being damaged by trees, branches or other types of vegetation.

Despite our best efforts, during major storms, damage can occur to transmission stations, substations and power lines. When this happens, our first priority is to safely restore power to as many members as possible in the shortest amount of time.

We start by mobilizing our line crews and other critical staff. Every phone line available is utilized to take your outage report calls. The big problems are handled first – like damage to transmission lines, which serve thousands of people.

These problems must be corrected before we can focus on other areas where more localized damage may have occurred.

WFEC’s line crews inspect substations to determine if the problem starts there, or if there could be an issue down the line. If the root of the problem is at the substation, power can be restored to thousands of members.

Next, line crews check the service lines that deliver power into neighborhoods and communities. Line crews repair the damaged lines, restoring power to hundreds of people. If you continue to experience an outage, there may be damage to a tap line outside of your home or business. Make sure you notify WFEC so crews can inspect these lines. 18154002 We will do our best to avoid power outages, but sometimes Mother Nature has other plans. Be sure to check our online outage map on our website (westflorida.coop) or our Facebook page on your smartphone for the latest updates during a power outage.

200-Amp Power Pole $269.95 100 - Amp Power Pole $179.95 Delivery & Installation Available Rick Carnley - Lic. # EC-13006648

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

PAGE 10

Manufactured Home Living Retrofit your home for efficiency & savings

I

f you live in a manufactured home, chances are you may have a higher energy bill than a family living in a modular or traditional site-built home. The good news is there are many ways you can improve your home’s energy efficiency.

First a clarification – some use the term manufactured home and mobile home interchangeably. A mobile home is a factory-built home constructed before 1976 when the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) set national standards that nearly every manufactured home must meet. Thereafter, factory-built homes were called manufactured homes and are engineered and constructed in accordance with the 1976 federal code administered by HUD. Manufactured homes come in all shapes and sizes. They may be single- or multi-sectioned and are available in various sizes and floor plans. There are many differences between manufactured homes built before 1976 and those built afterward. One of the major differences is in energy efficiency. Those built before federal standards were put in place were generally not as energy efficient as later models. And, while your manufactured home may have been built to the energy efficiency standards of the time, significant progress has been made over the past decades with high-efficiency mechanical equipment, windows, insulation, siding and roofing materials. 84746001 In short, whether your homes is less than five years old or more than 50, most homes can benefit from energy efficiency measures simply due to wear and tear.

Sunlight, seasonal temperature changes and wind can increase air leakage. Doors and windows may not close tightly and duct work can leak, wasting cooling and heating energy.

The Department of Energy & WFEC recommend the following steps to retrofit your manufactured home and improve energy efficiency: • Install energy-efficient windows and doors – windows should have a U-value of <.30 & Solar Heat Gain Co-efficient (SHGC) of <.30 • Replace insulation in the belly • Install a high SEER heat pump – you may qualify for a rebate through WFEC’s heat pump rebate program, so contact the cooperative before you install a new heat pump to find if you qualify.

• Make general repairs – seal bottom board, caulk windows, doors and ducts • Install or seal belly wrap In addition to the measures listed above, consider caulking and weatherstripping windows and doors, particularly if you are not able to replace them with more energy-efficient ones. Properly seal any openings around ducts and plumbing fixtures. Replace light bulbs with CFLs or LEDs and have your heating and cooling system professionally serviced. It is also a good idea to add insulation under the floor and crawl space. Mobile homes usually already have insulation, but they tend to be part filled, which means there is always room for more!

The energy experts at West Florida Electric also recommend checking the crawl space and ducts underneath your manufactured home. Make sure you look for loose ducts or joints and use metal Duct Tape to seal them. Adding skirting around the home will also provide a benefit for you.

If you have questions about energy efficiency improvements for your manufactured home, contact us at 800.342.7400 for more information.

Multiple Listings (cont.)

4 office chairs, $40; nice curio cabinet, $75 OBO; antique French Provincial bedroom suite, $700 OBO; blue love seat, $75; twin bed complete, $60; 593-6642.

Serta therapeutic twin XL bed, adjustable head & feet w/massage system, 1-year-old; canning jars, all sizes; 693-4483.

Power outages during storms are often caused by falling trees and branches.

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

ISSUE JUNE 2016

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

PAGE 11

Multiple Listings (cont.)

Lift chair, wheel chair, like new; electric, upright frost-free freezer; king size comforter set, peach color; 956-2839.

Real Estate Lakefront 2BR/2BA, swim, fish, pier, new air/heat, fireplace, top appliances, metal roof, carports, landscaped, fenced, $149,500; 813-205-7740.

95% of surge-related damage is from indirect lightning strikes!

Don’t wait until you have damage! Protect your electronics & appliances with affordable whole-house surge protection from WFEC!

Miscellaneous (cont.)

Two Garelick Mariner metal folding deck chairs, waterproof cushions, arm rests, chrome-plated fishing rod gimbals attached, $50 each; 592-4740.

Ready. Set. Save on Kubota’s Kommander Series Residential Zero-Turn Mowers.

Exercise equipment, barely used, Pro Form elliptical/ recumbent bike, $150; home gym, 150 lb. weights, $200; free-standing punching bag, $50; 933-2395.

5BR/2.5BA, 2 car garage, library, den, dining, kitchen with a bar, 5 exit doors, sun porch, fireplace, wood floors, brick home, 766 4th St, Chipley, $139,000; 209-7028.

$

0 Down, 0% Financing for 36 Months

*

A.P.R.

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Offer ends 6/30/16.

Panhandle Tractor

Panhandle Tractor 5003 Highway 90 5003 Highway Marianna, Florida9032446 Marianna, Florida 32446 (850) 526-2257

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

(850) 526-2257

Branching Out Tree Care

Commercial & Residential Use • 15 ton 107 ft. boom

Lic# RM0048955

• Special rates for weekly or monthly rental

(850) 547-3698 • Bonifay

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 LiftMaster • GTO • Mighty Mule For more information please visit- www.a1-gates.com

PAGE 12

Hazardous Tree Removal

Aerial Bucket Work • Tree Trimming

“Quality work at a fair price!”

Additions • Repairs Remodels

Window Replacements Lic#: RR282811643 Owner Chris Krauser

(850) 260-9019

(850) 263-4786

Free Estimates Licensed & Insured

Jeremy Hill

850-326-0266

Nick Edenfield 850-272-2161

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

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

AFFORDABLE SEAMLESS GUTTERS

Centipede Seed

20-Years Limited Warranty 21 Colors to Choose From *$0 down, 0% A.P.R. financing for up to 36 months on purchases of new Kubota equipment (excluding VS Series)

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

Gary McIntosh

kubota.com (850) 593-0009

is available to qualified purchasers from participating dealers’ in-stock inventory through 6/30/2016. Example: A Est. monthly 1980installment repayment term at 0% A.P.R. requires 36 payments of $27.78 per $1,000 financed.

36-month 0% A.P.R. interest is available to customers if no dealer documentation preparation fee is charged. Dealer charge for document preparation fee shall be in accordance with state laws. Inclusion of ineligible equipment may result in a higher blended A.P.R. 0% A.P.R. and low-rate financing may not be available with customer instant rebate offers.

Financing is available through Kubota Credit Corporation, U.S.A., 3401 Del Amo Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503; subject to credit approval. Some exceptions apply. Offer expires 6/30/2016. See us for details on these and other low-rate options or go to www.kubota.com for more information. Optional equipment may be shown.

A & W Excavations Owner/Operator: Wesley Griffin

© Kubota Tractor Corporation, 2016

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

850.557.1966 ISSUE JUNE 2016

Call now to purchase this size ad for ONLY $84.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

(850) 263-3231 Finch’s Welding Supply Oxygen • Acetylene • C02 • Argon 75/25 Rods, Tips, Wire Welding Accessories We service all welding machines.

850.768.3697 850.768.3114

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

3433 Pear Tree Lane Bonifay, FL 32425

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Miscellaneous (cont.)

New/unused Permobil C400 power wheelchair, 16x16 seat that reclines, tilts & elevates, $3,850; 526-7827.

Mulberry, loquat, hot pepper plants, $1 & up, aloe plants; 535-2215.

GOGO scooter with battery, excellent condition, $300; 547-4114.

4 used Michelin tires, P235/55R17, approximately 65% tread remaining, $200; 557-9700.

Brock’s Equipment Service

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

Cottondale • (850) 579-4863 Cell • (850) 573-1863

1401 N. Waukeshaw Ave. Bonifay, FL 32425

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

Louie Pettis

(850) 547-0075 (850) 516-1227 F U L LY I N S U R E D • TREE REMOVAL • CHIPPER • 15 TON CRANE • PRUNING & TRIMMING • AERIAL TRUCK

• F R E E E S T I M AT E S

A Cut Above

TREE SERVICE

• BOBCAT WORK • HAZARDOUS TREE REMOVAL • STUMP REMOVAL • STUMP GRINDING

LLC

Owner: Jason Morris

BUS: (850)415-1217

CELL: (850)573-1270

Fred O’Neal II

Four 31x10.50x15 Cooper Discoverer AT3 tires, over half tread on all, $250; 579-0722, leave message after 5 p.m.

O’Neal’s Dozer Service, Inc.

Easy quilter 3.1 frame, use with domestic sewing machine, quilt your quilt tops, $200; 592-2133.

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

Sunny South Properties 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

Tri-County Gas S ervice , I nc .

Tri-County Gas S ervice , I nc .

“Home Folks Serving Home Folks”

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

547-3696 #RM0048955

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

Quality Seamless G utters • Modern Equipment • Quality Materials

• Many Colors to Choose From • Materials and Workmanship Warranty • Owner Operated-Professional Installation

Eliminate Hassles Update your account information

License #RC29027142 & License #RB29003143

J&J Neel Construction, Inc.

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

3BR/1BA house, 3916 Hwy. 2,

E

ach year around this time, West Florida Electric begins encouraging and Graceville, $32,000; 263-4395. reminding its members to update their account information. We usually do this at the beginning of summer storm season and hurricane season for 3.978 acres on Orange Hill outage restoration purposes, but did you know there are several other important reasons you should always keep your account information up-to-date?

Road, three miles south of One reason is for security purposes. Each time a member requests a service or Chipley, pines, field and pond, sets up a new account, the last four digits of the social security number listed on the account are verified. The correct mailing address and a good phone number are $37,000; 326-3613. also needed when setting up new service or requesting a change or addition to the services the cooperative is already providing. This is so the co-op can make contact 2014 28x48 doublewide with the member as needed. 80383002 mobile home, 6 acres, 12x24 In some cases, a spouse will contact WFEC to make changes on accounts, but if that spouse’s name is not listed on the account, then the co-op cannot accept the workshop w/electricity, must request until the person listed on the account makes the request. see to appreciate, $80,000 Safety is another reason the information on file needs to be accurate. Having OBO; 326-7566. the correct contact number listed on your account is very important - especially if a hazardous situation occurs at the location. This is particularly important if it is a 2 acres cleared, level, oak vacation home, campsite, or if the member lives out of town.

Having the correct information listed on your account is also important trees, Lovedale area, build because it could impact you financially. Because the cooperative disperses deceased getaway house, $12,900; capital credits, it helps the heirs of an estate if the information on the decedents 557-3080. account is correct. There are times when someone remarries and does not change their name. In this case, the heirs have to provide a proof of a name change and it puts more burden on them to gather the additional documents needed.

“The process for updating your account information is sometimes as simple as calling the office. Especially for phone number or address changes,” said Peggy Davidson, Coordinator, Service Center in the Bonifay district. “However, for name changes due to marriage, divorce or spelling we will need a copy of William Crutchfield Enterprises, Inc. your driver’s license and social security card documenting the new name,” she • Refrigeration continued.

• Heating & Cooling Finally, having the correct information listed on your account is very important • Ice Machines License for outage restoration efforts. This is a way you can assist WFEC personnel with Number: • Residential/Commercial CMC1250499 our power restoration efforts. If the automated system answers your call to report For Service Call: an outage, and you are calling from a different number than is listed on your (850) 263-3427 or Cell: (850) 326-0330 account, the system won’t recognize your location. This could delay your power restoration during a storm. You don’t want that to happen and neither do we, so please make sure all of your account information is completely up-to-date.

There are several ways to update your info with WFEC: 1) Call any of our district offices to make simple changes like phone numbers or addresses.

ALDAY’S Bobcat & Tree Service

FREE ESTIMATES (850) 209-5757 Licensed & Insured

Real Estate (cont.)

Licensed & Insured LI20000696600

Josh Alday

(850) 209-2501 ISSUE JUNE 2016

Stacey Alday

Owner/Operator (850) 557-7290

In the market for a new electric appliance?

WFEC has GE & HotPoint products!

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

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Real Estate (cont.)

2) You can also update your information using our website. Here’s how: Visit www.westflorida.coop and look for the “Manage Your Account” field. Use your username and password to log in (if this is the first time you are using this service, you must call the office to get a username and password) and follow the prompts to enter the member portal. Once there, click on the “My Account” tab, then select the “Account Profile” option and update any phone numbers associated with your account. You can also update your address and other account information under this tab.

3BR/2BA brick home on 2.2 acres, Rum Rd. in New Hope Community, Hwy. 2; Zillow. com; 334-726-4647.

3) Call (855) MYWFECA and select option #4 to update or change your phone number. 236163008

Recreational Vehicles

4) Speak with a member services representative next time you are in the office and have them assist you with changing your information. If you have any questions about updating your account or how to do so, contact WFEC at 800.342.7400.

18’ Ranger boat with 130 hp engine, $1800; 234-7070.

Elect

Bomann Fencing

Agricultural Fencing/Satisfaction Guaranteed For all your fencing needs call

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

For

Larry

Jackson County

Moore

Bush Paint & Supply

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

263-4744 • 971 6th Ave., Graceville

• 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

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

Over 40 Years Experience License #2252

John White Owner

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

3024 Firefly Lane Vernon, FL 32462

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CURRY FARMS

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Dozer & Excavation Work

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Westville, Florida (New Hope)

Superintendent of Schools

Jody Curry (850) 239-0128 Cell (850) 956-9984 Home (850) 956-2234 Office

Thank you for your consideration.

Political advertisement paid for and approved by Larry Moore, Democrat, for Superintendent of Schools

Hometown Bankers serving our hometowns

WATKINS PLUMBING, INC.

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

Bush Well Drilling

Pump Sales & Service • Irrigation Systems • Water Treatment

Miscellaneous Lea lift chair, large, maroon color, excellent condition, $350; 593-6187 or 557-5638.

Old records, some gospel, 78-45, priced reasonable; food processor, like new, $20; 956-4571, leave message.

Cable piano, with bench, good condition, $325 OBO; 352-4632.

14’ V-nose cargo trailer, tandem axle w/brakes, side door & two back doors, in good condition, $2,650 OBO; 415-0851.

Lucas N. Taylor, P.A. • • • • •

Attorney at Law Estate Planning Probate Real Estate Guardianships Personal Injury

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

Office:

850-263-8064

• Cell:

Great Rate Tree Service, LLC

850-573-1229

Learn More About the Bible!

The entire Bible is studied over the course of 3 years through Faith Bible Institute courses.

Call for more information.

Marisa Everett, Don Nowell, Sandy Spear, Wesley Whitaker, Debbie Arnold Serving Holmes, Jackson, and Washington Counties www.ffbf.com PAGE 14

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Faith Baptist Church, 2494 Hwy. 71, Marianna (850) 482-2869 Pastor: Timothy Sanders

(850) 547-7301

122B South Waukesha Street • Bonifay, FL 32425

Licensed & Insured

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

Service Days/Times: Sunday School - 10 AM, Sunday Morning Worship - 11 AM Sunday Evening Worship - 6 PM, Wednesday Worship - 6 PM

Serving Holmes, Jackson & Washington Counties

We offer FREE van service to pick up children & adults who want to attend regular services

(850) 768-1734

ISSUE JUNE 2016

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

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Home/Farm (cont.)

Three saddles, one Roper, 6-years-old, one English rider, both in good condition, best offer; 638-4767.

Large amaryllis, $5; double, white Rose of Sharon tree, $4; 693-4583.

Fertilized Bahia hay, 5x4 net wrapped, barn stored, $40/ roll, SW Washington County; 785-6345.

Results of the cooperative’s board of trustee elections were announced the week before the meeting and at the meeting itself. Those results were: District 1: Ellis Nichols – unopposed District 2: Eugene Alford – 2,494 Ben Maddox – 1,162 District 3: John Patrick – 2,472 Shedrick McGriff – 1,187 During the meeting, member-owners also had the opportunity to win a variety of prizes such as electric grills, small appliances, electronics and more.

Complimentary soft drinks and face painting services were provided throughout the day by cheerleaders from Ponce De Leon High School.

Queen Anne style desk and chair, beautiful, $100; 547-0509.

Eggplant Parmigiana Submitted by: Lou Ward Ingredients:

Recreational Vehicles (cont.)

27’ travel trailer, new AC, refrigerator, ideal for river camp, hunting lodge, $1,500; 548-5649.

2 eggs 1/4 cup milk Dash garlic powder Dash onion powder Dash salt Dash pepper 1 large eggplant, cut into 1/2” thick slices Seasoned dry bread crumbs 30 oz. pasta sauce 16 oz. shredded mozzarella cheese 12 oz. shredded Swiss cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup Romano cheese

Fiberglass boat & trailer, trolling motor, 14.5’, $850; 592-8769.

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine eggs, milk, garlic, onion, salt, pepper into shallow bowl.

Dip eggplant into egg mix & coat in bread crumbs. In large skillet, pour enough oil to cover bottom and 1/4” up the side. Over medium heat, heat & brown eggplant in batches on both sides. Drain on paper towels. Use 13 x 9 inch baking dish & place 3 tablespoons of pasta sauce on bottom. Layer eggplant, Swiss, mozzarella and sauce. Repeat until done. Sprinkle Romano & Parmesan cheese on top. Bake at 350 until cheese melts & heated thoroughly. Approximately 30 minutes. Cut into squares and serve over angel hair pasta with sauce.

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

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

southeasternsurveying.com

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Purchase this ad size for ONLY $42.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

Call (850) 263-3231 Jackson Farm Well Services

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

Top: Vernon Linton creates balloon animals for some of WFEC’s young guests at the annual meeting. Bottom Left: Susan McDaniel of the Jackson County Health Department conducts a glucose test for one of WFEC’s members at the annual meeting on April 23. The health department was just one of many health fair participants. Bottom right: Wood turning demonstrations by Harry Wheeler (pictured) & Joe Emery took place throughout the day.

Licensed & Insured gibbsconcrete.com

(850) 557-0753

Patrick Jackson

850-592-9530 or 850-573-6623

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

Adam’s Tree Service, llc

We now have drive-on scales!

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

Family Owned and Operated with 20 Years Experience

We Buy Cars, Trucks & Equipment Competitive Prices

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

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!

(850) 547-5001 or (850) 596-8767 PAGE 6

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

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

Closed

Thursdays Saturday Afternoons Sundays

Wright’s Recycling • 1928 Edenfield Dr. • Grand Ridge, FL • (850) 592-2634 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

ISSUE JUNE 2016

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

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Recreational Vehicles (cont.)

1994 Honda AspenCade motorcycle, garage kept, low mileage, new tires, excellent condition, $4,200; 769-0790.

Graceville Goat, Sheep, Chicken Auction, LLC

Every Thursday: 5 PM - until Second Saturday of Each Month: 10 AM - until

Life Insurance

2002 Honda, white, 2.0 L, for parts only; 1995/1996 red Monte Carlo, parts only; 547-5766.

1981 diesel Cadillac, 127,200 miles, averages 25 mpg, $2,000; 569-2697.

V eitch ’ s B lueberry F arm 7772 Howell Rd. • Sneads, FL 32460

850-593-5753 You Pick Blueberries Opening Monday, May 30 Tuesday - Sunday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Call now to purchase this size ad for ONLY $84.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

(850) 263-3231 PAGE 16

Birth-85

Miscellaneous & Animals

850-573-2157 850-263-0793

• No Buyer Premiums • Open to Public

916 White Avenue Graceville, FL

$35,000 Whole Life

Up to

Health Problems? No Problem!

Guaranteed Coverage

Buyers & Sellers Welcome

Vehicles

State Regulated

Age 40-80

#AB3552

Jocelyn Andersen

Office: (850) 764-3410 Cell: (863) 221-3050

J & S Land Clearing NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL!

EXCAVATION • TREE REMOVAL STUMP REMOVAL • LAND CLEARING GRADING • BACKHOE WORK

Jamie Alday LICENSED & INSURED • 850-899-0059

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

WFEC Holds 79th Annual Meeting/ Member Appreciation Day

W

est Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC) held its 79th Annual Meeting/Member Appreciation Day on Saturday, April 23 in Graceville. The event took place at the Graceville Civic Center from 8:00 a.m. until noon. Many activities were held for members throughout the day including a health fair with screenings for blood sugar, cholesterol and blood pressure. Representatives from Eye Center South conducted vision exams and Covenant Hospice was on hand to share information about home health, and end of life care. Some of the other activities included electrical safety demonstrations and displays from the Panhandle Pioneer Settlement and more. Pony rides, face painting and other children’s activities also took place. 27588001 The Watsons from Cottondale, Florida, entertained the crowd. They are a sixpiece band that sings old Southern Bluegrass Gospel music. John Watson, plays flat top and sings lead. Fred Watson plays lead flat top and sings harmony as well as lead vocals. Judy Cutchins sings harmony while James Fowler plays bass, Mike Sapp plays banjo and Stevie Elam plays mandolin. You can often find members of the band playing at several local Hardee’s restaurants during the week.

Member-owners registered for door prizes and enjoyed a great meal provided

by Gary’s Southern Grill. In addition to these events members of the cooperative heard from WFEC Executive Vice President & CEO, Russell Dunaway who delivered an address to the crowd. Special guest speaker, Colin Craig of Slocomb, Alabama, spoke about his experience with the National Rural Electric Cooperative Youth Tour program and as a spokesperson for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association Youth Leadership Council.

Most Insurances Accepted

Home/Farm (cont.)

1995 AG Master 25 hp diesel tractor, cultivator, in good shape, $2,700; 372-3874.

Craftsman 42” riding mower, rough works, $200; Coleman Powermate 5000 generator, $250; Fender electric, pink, Princeton 65 amp, $200; 535-1722.

Chest of drawers, 4 drawers, medium brown, 44” high, 33 1/2” wide, 18” deep, $30; 547-4639.

4x5 peanut hay rolls, $30/roll; 557-2538.

Beige Queen sofa couch/ sleeper, like new, hardly ever used, $250; 579-8867.

Coastal hay, 5x5 roll; 592-4798.

New Chipley Location Cosmetic, General & Family Dentistry

• Veneers • Crowns • Dentures • Cleanings • Whitening • Bonding New & Emergency Patients Welcome

Clark’s Well Drilling & Pump Repair

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

850.592.5451 or 850.482.1669 Give us a call for all your well drilling & pump repair needs

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

OLEN BARFIELD Have Sawmill, Will Travel

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

638-7105

Glen Scott

Stump Grinding

Beulah Land HEALTH FOODS

Best Service

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

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

West Florida Electric member-owners register for the annual meeting on April 23.

ISSUE JUNE 2016

Best Prices

(850) 209-2105

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

Marianna, Florida

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Antiques/Collectibles

I would like to thank each West Florida Electric Cooperative member who supported and voted for me in the Co-op’s recent elections. I deeply appreciate the opportunity and the privilege of serving as your District 3 representative.

Collectible 6 singing bass fish, all work, $50; 674-6242.

Beautiful antique oak china cabinet, curved glass side, will trade for 4 Black Angus calves; other antiques will trade for calves; 762-4777.

Sincerely, John C. Patrick

Paid Pol. Adv. paid for and approved by John Clayton Patrick

1001 USES

Armondi Roofing, LLC Re-roof Specialist

Portable Buildings, Carports & Garages Mobile Home & RV Supplies

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

Free Estimates

Appliances

5 Year Workmanship Warranty

GE electric range, full size, white, very good condition, $200; 849-3193.

Licensed & Insured #CCC1330359

850-526-3797 E WE MOV LE PORTAB GS BUILDIN

4673 HIGHWAY 90 E.

(850) 547-2934

MARIANNA (Across from CVS)

TATUM’S HARDWARE Hwy. 71 Marianna

Mobile Home Power Pole

Home/Farm Two nearly new Snapper lawn mowers; 1 is 33” cut, $1,500; 1 is 30” cut for small lawns, $700; 263-4339.

(850) 482-5513

100 amp $199 200 amp $29995 95

Ag Sprayers Sprayer Repair Parts Baler Twine

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

GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE Xtreme Southern Kustomizing

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

Woodham Rd., Graceville, FL

Hill’s Tree Service

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

SURVEYOR

Roger Lonsway Home Office: 638-7412 PAGE 4

Mobile: 260-5438

WANTED

Panhandle Pond Management Tuesday, June 7; 6:00 p.m.

Washington County Ag Center, 1424 Jackson Avenue, Chipley Part Two of a series by UF/IFAS Extension. Specialists from campus will share their expertise. Dr. Stephen Enloe, UF Center for Aquatic and Invasive Plants, will lead session 2, Aquatic Weed Management. It will involve weed identification, control options, and herbicide application techniques. If you have problem weeds bring samples for identification and control recommendations. A meal will be sponsored by The Lake Doctors. $10 registration fee per session. To register call the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6180. Session 2 attendees will receive a copy of Weed Control in Ponds a bound book sold through the IFAS bookstore.

Old gas, oil, automotive & general advertisement signs; oil cans, gas pumps or related items; 209-2012.

Solar Cooking Class Thursday, June 9; 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 help reduce cooking costs. We’ll demonstrate how to make a solar cooker, tips on safely using solar cookers, and prepare foods you can sample. Registration fee is $5 and includes class materials. Space is limited.

Pre-registration is required by contacting the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265, or the Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108. University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution. For persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations, please contact 638-6265 (TDD, via Florida Relay Service, 1-800-955-8771) at least five working days prior to the class so that proper consideration may be given to the request.

Eugene Alford

Paid Pol. Adv. Paid for & Approved by Eugene Alford

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Good pickup truck, reasonable price; 557-6939.

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

A Company Based on Honesty & Performance

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

Timber Company

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

Email: alfredllong@hotmail.com

McIntosh

Outboard & Small Engine Grand Ridge

Sneads

We buy boats & motors!

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

CLF Free Ad Policy (Limited to one ad per household)

My sincere thanks to all the members who placed their confidence in me by re-electing me to serve as your WFEC Trustee in District Two.

Horses, ponies, mules; 209-8532.

Panhandle Watermelon Festival Pageant Friday, June 10 & Saturday, June 11; 6:30 p.m.

Washington County Ag Center, 1424 Jackson Avenue, Chipley The 60th Annual pageant entry fee is $60 with an additional $10 fee for the photogenic competition (limit of one photo per contestant). Proceeds benefit the Panhandle Watermelon Festival. Admission to the pageant is $5 and children under 3 are free. For more information, contact Teresa Bush at 263-4744 or 2633072 or Melissa Miles at 260-4323.

593-4455

Thank You Florida Licensed Surveyor since 1969

Community Calendar

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 2016

CLF Free Ad Form Please Type or Print Neatly.

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

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

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

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Wanted (cont.)

Community Calendar (cont.)

Travel trailer, fixer-upper, must be low-priced or free; 614-1088.

Principles of Pasture Productivity Tuesday, June 14; July 12; August 9; September 13; 6:30 p.m.

Washington County Ag Center, 1424 Jackson Avenue, Chipley Four part series: Session 1: Pasture fertility; soil testing, fertilizer selection & application, balancing forage quality, quantity & nutrient demands; Session 2: Grazing management, causes of pasture decline, rotational grazing systems, integration of multiple forage species; Session 3: Weed control; integrated pest management, basics of pasture herbicides, efficient herbicide application; Session 4: Forage establishment & variety selection; timing & techniques for establishing annual/perennial forages, characteristics & site selection forage varieties. Topics presented in a practical, “how-to” style with consideration given to varying sizes & management goals of local livestock operations. Registration for the series includes any/all of the sessions at both locations. $25 registration fee for the entire series or $10 per session. Light refreshments & printed program materials provided. To register contact the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6180.

Someone to cut & maintain 19 acres, hay fields, near Cottondale; 890-8485.

Free Downed oak for firewood, needs to be cut up; one old Western saddle; 638-4767.

One double mattress, very good shape; one sofa chair, cloth, multi-color; 573-6583.

Notification Statement

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

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

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Sausage Making, Meat Curing & Smoking Class Tuesday, June 21; 6:00-8:30 p.m.

Bethel Baptist Church, 1349 Co. Road 173, Graceville A hands-on opportunity to learn the basics of sausage making, meat curing, and smoking. See the entire process - types & cuts of meats to choose, selecting spices, food safety & proper handling of raw meats, properly stuffing sausages, curing methods & woods used for smoking. A question-and-answer session will be included to cover issues or concerns. Registration fee is $5 and includes 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.

Movie Night Third Saturday of each month; 6:00 p.m.

Rocky Creek Baptist Church, 5458 Rocky Creek Road, Marianna The church will host free movie and popcorn nights for the entire family. Enjoy a family “togetherness” time while watching a family friendly movie in comfort.

Each month a different movie will be featured. Everyone is invited and encouraged to come. For more info, call 643-7711.

Senior Singles Event Last Friday of each month; 6:00 p.m.

Eastside Baptist Church For more information, 850-272-6611.

Move Over

Legislation protecting emergency workers was expanded in 2014 to include utility vehicles

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ll Florida drivers should be aware of the state’s “Move Over” law, enacted in 2002 and amended in 2014.

The law states drivers approaching a law enforcement or emergency vehicle parked along the roadway must slow to a speed 20 miles per hour below the posted speed limit if traveling on a twolane roadway. If traveling on a roadway with multiple lanes of traffic in the same direction, drivers must vacate the lane closest to the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. 37487001 Drivers may not be aware of an amendment to the law that was effective July 1, 2014. As of this date, the law has been expanded to include sanitation and utility vehicles.

The jobs of our line workers are hazardous and can become even more dangerous when they work on the ground around traffic.

Let’s work together to follow the law, pay attention, slow down, move over and stay safe.

Specific Requirements: • On a two-lane roadway, you are required to slow to a speed that is 20 miles per hour less than the posted speed limit.

• If the speed limit is 20 miles per hour or less, you must slow down to 5 miles per hour.

• If driving on an interstate or roadway with multiple lanes of travel in the same direction, you must vacate the lane closest to that vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. If you are not able to safely move over, you must slow down to 20 mph below the posted speed limit unless directed otherwise by a law enforcement officer.

• Violating the Move Over law can result in a fine and points on your license.

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Rocket Stove Class Thursday, July 14; 6:00-8:30 p.m.

Holmes County Ag Center, 1173 E. Hwy. 90, Bonifay Rocket stoves are an efficient and alternative cooking method that can be used in emergency, disaster & camping situations. We’ll demonstrate how to make a rocket stove, share tips on safely using rocket stoves, and even prepare a dish you can sample. Registration fee is $5 and includes 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.

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE Move Over

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79th Annual Meeting/ Member Appreciation Day ...pg. 5-6 Manufactured Home Living

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Eliminate Hassles

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Local Classifieds

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