March 2015

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

ISSUE MARCH

2015

Read Online www.WestFlorida.coop

VOL

65, NO 3

Make Your Yard Work for You and for Your Co-op (page 10)

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

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

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

Hwy. 77 Bingo, Inc.

INSIDE THIS ISSUE Trustee Elections Just Around the Corner New Water Heater Standards Arrive

...pg. 3 ...pgs. 7-8

Located across the street from Graceville High School

Strategic Planning: The Key to Your Co-op’s Success ...pgs. 13-14

Sessions Start at 7:30 Nightly • Quarter Games Before & After Session • Paper Only - No Machines

Programmable Thermostats = Lower Utility Bills ...pgs. 15-16

Open 7 Days a Week • Must Be 18 Years Old to Play • Stocked Deli 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

Local Classifieds

...pgs. 3-18

Community Calendar

...pgs. 17-18

COVER Photo: Josh Brown, Tree Trimmer

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USPS: 702-990 | ISSN: 1042-7767 | VOL 65, NO 3

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

HUDSON

District 9 / Board Chairman

Joe E.

PATRICK

District 3 / Vice Chairman

David Owen & Sons Tree Services

Prices Normally Run 25% less than other insured competitors Bonded & Fully Insured • Free Estimates

(850) 326-1559

Trim Cut Remove Stump Grinding

Veteran-Owned

               

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

MARCH Alford & Chipley 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.

CBC1257046 backwoodsbuildings@yahoo.com

Spring Specials!

30x36x10

24x36x10

Any Size e Availabl $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 !

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

Ellis

RONE

District 8 / Secretary Treasurer

NICHOLS District 1

Surplus & Salvage of Chipley (850) 638-7353

1600 Hwy. 90 • Chipley, FL 32428

Pole Barn Kits A. C.

Eugene

MILES

ALFORD

District 5

District 2

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

George Clayton

24x24 - $1,699 24x36 - $2,099 24x48 - $2,599 24x60 - $2,999 32x36 - $2,599 32x48 - $3,299 32x60 - $3,999

BUSH

District 6

Strickland Home Builders LLC

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

Painted: $1.89/ft

Rent-All-We have everything you need!

Equipment Rentals, Wedding Rentals, Etc. Septic Tanks & Drain Line Installation & Repair

Custom Homes and Additions Frank E.

Metal Roofing

Contractors, Inc.

District 7

BONDURANT

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

Middlebrooks

Randy

OWENS

Jason Strickland

Certified Contractor

Attorney

Roofing License: RC29027497 Contractor License: CRC1330737

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

Attention Members:

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

Plumbing • Electrical • Dozier • Backhoe • Excavating

Dirt Hauling & Tank Cleaning Residential • Commercial

Ph: (850) 547-3658 Fax: (850) 547-5591

612 W. Hwy. 90 • Bonifay, FL 32425

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Beulah Land HEALTH FOODS

Community Calendar (cont.)

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

You Can Dehydrate THAT? Class Thursday, April 9, 6:00-8:30 p.m.

4198B Lafayette St., Marianna • 482-8511 Washington County Agricultural Center, 1424 Jackson Avenue, Chipley Come learn how to maximize your dehydrator with this introduction to SURVEYOR dehydrating and vacuum sealing. Registration fee is $5 and includes class Florida Licensed Surveyor since 1969 materials. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required by contacting the Washington County Extension Office, 850-638-6265 or the Holmes Roger Lonsway County Extension Office, 850-547-1108. Extension programs are open to Home Office: 638-7412 Mobile: 260-5438 everyone.

SUPER CLEAN STEAM CLEANING

• Carpet • Tile & Grout • Furniture • 24 Hour Water Extraction

Locally Owned & Operated, Satisfaction Guaranteed!

Honest Pricing with No Hidden Fees Call Jason to make an appointment

(850) 693-4537

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

License Number: RM14016919

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

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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Sixth Annual Doctors Memorial Hospital Foundation Golf Scramble & Golf Ball Drop Fundraiser Friday, April 10, 2015; 9:00 a.m.

Dogwood Lakes Golf Club, 1934 Country Club Drive, Bonifay, FL Please join us by participating in Doctors Memorial Hospital Foundation’s four man golf scramble. Shotgun start is at 9:00 a.m., but come early to purchase your mulligans for those not so glorious shots and to be eligible for numerous door prizes! Cost per team is $200 which includes round of golf with cart and lunch. Cash prizes will be awarded for first place ($400), second place ($200) and third place ($100). Prizes will also be given for the longest drive and closest to the pin. Golf Ball Drop tickets are also being sold for a chance to win $500 cash! In this event, numbered golf balls are dropped over a hole and the numbered ball that is closest to, or is the first in the hole wins. Tickets are $10 for one ball, $25 for three, or $50 for seven. Sponsorship opportunities for this event are available which include tee box or hole sponsor and door prize donations. For additional information, please feel free to contact Rickey Callahan 768-0158, Aleesta Mitchell 547-8184 or Jennifer Cloud 547-8010. Please remember that all proceeds benefit the Doctors Memorial Hospital Foundation which in turn gives back to Doctors Memorial Hospital to purchase equipment to help better serve our community.

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.

Senior Singles Get-Together Last Friday of each month Eastside Baptist Church, Marianna For more information, call 272-6611.

Trustee Elections Just Around the Corner

I

t’s that time of year again. Ballots and election materials for West Florida Electric Cooperative’s Board of Trustee Elections will be mailed on Thursday, March 26. Each WFEC member’s voting packet will arrive in a large white envelope marked: “Annual Election Materials.” This packet will contain everything you will need to exercise your voting rights as a member-owner of WFEC. Seats on the board in Districts 7, 8 and 9 are up for election this year. 32409001 To be eligible to serve on the Board of Trustees, a candidate must be a member of the cooperative, reside in the respective district and meet certain requirements set forth in WFEC’s bylaws. Some qualifications include the ability to become bonded, capability of receiving e-mails and facsimile transmissions and successfully meeting all the requirements needed to become a National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) Credentialed Cooperative Director within 36 months of being elected.

Trustees serve a three-year term.

Each election packet will include: • A letter from J. Philip Tyler, Certified Public Accountant, LLC, the certified public accounting firm that receives and counts all completed ballots and announces the results to ensure fairness.

• A nominating committee report listing qualified candidates for the Board of Trustees.

• Profiles of each candidate.

• An official ballot.

• An informational booklet containing the official notice of WFEC’s Member Appreciation Day/Annual Meeting, a map showing the meeting’s location and the minutes of the 2014 Annual Meeting.

• A pre-addressed reply envelope.

Ballots are due back by Wednesday, April 15, and should be received no later than 5:00 p.m. Ballots received after this deadline will be declared invalid. Do not deliver your ballot to any WFEC office. Please follow the voting procedures listed in the packet you will receive.

CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE Animal/Livestock Redbone hound puppies, beautiful & big, $250; lots of baby chicks, various breeds, $3 each; 209-0910.

CKC Mini Dachshund puppies, ready March 20, $350; 326-1091.

Quail, flight condition ready; 326-3016.

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

Pheasant & quail, call Archie Jones; 693-1503.

5-year-old Brangus bull, gentle, $3,000; 1-year-old Brangus bulls, $2,000; 836-4665.

Bobwhite quail, beautiful, flight condition, leave message; 956-2963 or 849-7494 or 768-0479, after 4:00 p.m.

McIntosh

Outboard & Small Engine Grand Ridge

Sneads

We buy boats & motors!

Vote for and Re-Elect

Myron Hudson WFEC Board of Trustees District 9

• WFEC Member for 40 years • Past Chipola College Board Trustee • Credentialed Cooperative Director (NRECA) • Charter member of Gideons, Bonifay camp • Retired Educator – Ag. teacher, principal, superintendent • Owner/Operator of local farm • Married to Susan for 38 years, 3 children & 6 grandchildren “As your WFEC board member, I will continue to work diligently to maintain an effective and efficient co-op that will BEST serve all member-owners. Thank you for your vote and support.”

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

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

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

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CB Roofing, LLC

Washington County Ag Center 1424 Jackson Ave., Chipley

Chucky Brinkley, Owner Licensed & Insured FL License # RC 0067463

HANDY MAN SERVICE

No job too big or small!

10% Senior Citizen Discount

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

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

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

Saturday: 9-5 • Sunday: 10-4 Admission - $5/adult Children under 12 - free

Hector 24 HR Service

Shingles Metal Roofing Repairs

General Landscaping Property Management House Pressure Washing & Cleaning FREE Scrap Metal Removal

850-326-6558

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

Hill’s Tree Service

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

593-4455 OLEN BARFIELD Have Sawmill, Will Travel

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

638-7105

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 License #RC29027142 & License #RB29003143

J&J Neel Construction, Inc. PAGE 4

Thank You (cont.)

Community Calendar

Chipley Gun & Knife Show April 4-5, 2015

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Water Bath Canning Class Thursday, March 12, 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Live Oak Baptist Church, 5211 Millers Ferry Road, Vernon Participants will learn the basics of safely preserving acidic foods by using the water bath canner. Registration fee is $5 and includes class materials.

Space is limited. Pre-registration is required by contacting the Washington County Extension Office, 850-638-6265, or the Holmes County Extension Office, 850-547-1108. Extension programs are open to everyone. For persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations, please contact 800-955-8771 at least five working days prior to the class so that proper consideration may be given the request.

Thank you to Covenant Hospice for all the support & care given to Melvin E. Wilson, who passed away Feb. 1, 2015. We would like to send special thanks out to Tommy Wood and MaryAnn Whitfield for going above & beyond to show your concern & care for your patients.

Thanks again, The Bennett/Wilson Family.

The Family of Roy (Tony) Adams would like to thank everyone for all Starting a Small Business Online the prayers, flowers, monetary gifts Thursday, March 12; March 19 & March 26 and acts of kindness we received Thursday, April 2; April 16 & April 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m. during the illness and loss of our UF/IFAS Extension Washington County office loved one. Special thanks to the Have you ever thought of selling goods or services online? Are you an entrepreneur looking for an outlet for your products? UF/IFAS Extension is Covenant Hospice team, Ben, Toby, Wendy & Toni. offering a series of classes that will cover topics on ecommerce, online and offline business basics, internet marketing, payment options and shipping, Bush Paint & Supply and record keeping and tax planning. The class is $75. Call 638-6180 to Carpet • Paint • Feed & Seed register.

Beginner’s Pressure Canning Class Tuesday, March 17, 6:00-9:30 p.m.

Holmes County Agricultural Center, 1173 E. Hwy. 90, Bonifay Participants will learn the basics of pressure canning vegetables. Registration fee is $5 and includes class materials. Canner gauge testing will also be available – bring a canner lid with gauge. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required by contacting the Washington County Extension Office, 850638-6265, or the Holmes County Extension Office, 850-547-1108.

Extension programs are open to everyone.

Vinyl Flooring • Ceramic Tile Free Estimates

263-4744 • 971 6th Ave., Graceville 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

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 MARCH 2015

CLF Free Ad Form Please Type or Print Neatly.

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

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

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LOST/FOUND Found: hunters knife, Orange Hill area; 638-4689, ask for Clyde.

THANK YOU

Please Consider

The family of Hilton Murphy would like to thank everyone for the prayers, flowers, food, visits and other acts of kindness during the loss of our loved one. Your thoughtfulness meant more than you will ever know and will always be remembered.

L. Marshall Concrete FOUNDATIONS & BLOCK WORK

GRACEVILLE, FL

850-625-3842 Lucas N. Taylor, P.A. • • • • •

can do to increase your unit’s efficiency – especially those in your attic or crawlspace.

Make smart decisions like the ones mentioned above and you could see significant savings for your wallet. Visit www.westflorida.coop to find out more about programmable thermostats and maintaining your HVAC system today.

Attorney at Law Estate Planning Probate Real Estate Guardianships Personal Injury

(850) 547-7301

122B South Waukesha Street • Bonifay, FL 32425

Thomas L. Crews for WFEC District 8 Trustee

• WFEC member for approx. 25 years • Married to Linda S. Crews for 45 years • 2 children: Jessica Marie Ladley & Thomas Stuart; one granddaughter, Jaelynn • Served in the U.S. Army from 1967-1970 • Honorably discharged in 1970 • Vietnam Veteran • Currently resides on his family farm in Holmes Co.

Joe Rone

Please Vote For & Re-Elect

• WFEC Board Member for 13 Years WFEC Representative for District 8 • Served as Secretary/Treasurer & Vice Chairman • Retired Federal Financial Manager • Served on Numerous Boards & Committees • Married to Lee Phillips Rone for 33+ Years • Owned & Operated Phillips Auto Parts in Bonifay • Operates a Small Farm near the Bethlehem Comm.

• Has a Servant’s Heart Paid Pol. Adv. Paid for & Approved by Joe Rone

Brown Pump Repair Pd. Pol. Adv. Pd. for & Approved by Thomas L. Crews

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

638-9355 or 638-7739 Mobile Home Power Pole

Most Insurances Accepted New Chipley Location Cosmetic, General & Family Dentistry

100 amp $19995 200 amp $29995

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

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

New & Emergency Patients Welcome

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

(850) 482-5513

Ag Sprayers Sprayer Repair Parts Baler Twine

!”

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

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

Over 16 Years Professional Experience

If It Won’t Burn...We’ll Probably Buy It!

5 Years Labor Warranty • Licensed & Insured

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

We Buy Cars, Trucks & Equipment Competitive Prices

We Buy the Following & More...

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

Serving Jackson, Holmes, Washington & Calhoun Counties

SIDNEY HALL

850.526.8441 • 850.569.2021

Pump Sales & Service • Irrigation Systems • Water Treatment

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

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

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Electronics TV not flat, great condition, around 32”, $50 firm; 768-2295.

Home/Farm Brown bush hog, six foot, model 572, good condition, $550; 5485795.

1996 28’ S&H gooseneck 4-horse trailer, living area/tack room, AC, 6x16’ box, 6x12’ tack & living area, $3,000 OBO; 352-302-4170.

Nice wood blinds, nice price, Grand Ridge; 772-646-0791.

Pickwick Window Cleaning Residential/Commercial/Store Fronts Ryan Pickwick - Owner

(850) 726-0509

Proudly Serving Bonifay & Surrounding Areas!

“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” Colossians 3:23

(850) 638-0790

Bush Well Drilling

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

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

Whirlpool washer & dryer, both work fine, just upgrading, priced to move, leave message; 638-4479.

Call Today for a FREE Estimate! Satisfaction Guaranteed!

We Now have drive-on scales!

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

Frigidaire Elite refrigerator, 32x64, good condition, $75; 263-2263.

HALL Roofing, Siding & Building, LLC

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

Scrap Metal & Prepared Steel

TATUM’S HARDWARE Hwy. 71 Marianna

Appliances

Office:

850-263-8064

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• Cell:

850-573-1229

Fax: (850) 638-8069

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

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

southeasternsurveying.com

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Home/Farm (cont.)

California fireplace w/stack, grate, tong set, $165; California Malm fireplace, smoke stack, grate, screen, tongs set, both excellent condition, $190; 813-205-7740.

18” Silver Lennox pasta bowl, w/serving piece, $25; 16-piece Noritake Imperial Platinum China, brand new, $30; 209-3665.

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

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

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

Massey Ferguson model 35 tractor, lifts, cranks, runs, good condition, $2,700; 372-3874.

Kubota tractor B7800HSD, extra equipment belly mower box blade, quick hitch, forks, covered roof; 535-2330.

Kubota

More Power to You! Sales Event

Two club chairs, sage green, $100 each; 569-1124.

Computer desk, excellent condition, black w/wood tones, $35; 579-1070.

Tifton 85, 4x5 rolls, Bermuda, $50; Argentina Bahia, stored in barn, fertilized & clean, $45; 592-1207.

Fertilized Bahia hay, 4x4 rolls, $30 Chipley/Wausau area; 628-2867.

Couch & loveseat, good condition, $250; 768-0066.

Gibbs Concrete

Power your projects with Kubota’s Grand L Series compact tractors.

$

0 Down, 0.99% Financing for 60 Months Offer ends 3/31/15.

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

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

Licensed & Insured

(850) 557-0753 PAGE 6

*

A.P.R.

kubota.com

*$0 down, 0.99% A.P.R. financing for up to 60 months on purchases of new Kubota ZP, BX, B, L, M, DM, DMC, RB, RA, TE, K008, KX, U, TLB, SVL and R Series equipment available to qualified purchasers from participating dealers’ in-stock inventory through 3/31/2015. Example: A 60-month monthly installment repayment term at 0.99% A.P.R. requires 60 payments of $17.09 per $1,000 financed. 0.99% 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. Not available for Rental, National Accounts or Governmental customers. 0.99% 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 3/31/2015. 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.

© Kubota Tractor Corporation, 2015

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Programmable Thermostats = Lower Utility Bills

WANTED

id you know that as much as half of your electric bill can be attributed to heating and cooling your home? That’s why making smart decisions about your home’s heating or cooling can have a big effect on your utility bills and your comfort.

Savings can add up quickly when heating and cooling systems are tweaked for maximum efficiency. Installing a programmable thermostat makes it easy to implement changes to lower your electric bill without much time or effort on your part. Programmable thermostats are ideal for people who are away from home during set periods of time throughout the week. Through proper use of pre-programmed settings, a programmable thermostat can save you about $180 every year in energy costs.

To decide which model is best for you, think about your schedule and how often you are away from home for regular periods of time—work, school, other activities—and then decide which of the three different models best fits your schedule: 7-day models are best if your daily schedule tends to change; for example, if children are at home earlier on some days. These models give you the most flexibility and let you set different programs for different days—usually with four possible temperature periods per day. 5+2-day models use the same schedule every weekday, and another for weekends. 5-1-1 models are best if you tend to keep one schedule Monday through Friday and another schedule on Saturdays and Sundays. 83250002 Another thing you can do to reduce costs includes lowering thermostat settings to 68 degrees or lower in the winter and raising them to 78 degrees or higher in the summer. Try keeping the thermostat set as low or high as possible while still maintaining a level of comfort for you and your family members.

The location of your thermostat can also impact its performance and efficiency. Place thermostats away from direct sunlight, drafts, doorways, skylights and windows. Read the manufacturer’s instructions to prevent “ghost readings” or unnecessary cycling.

Maintaining your system can help you save big on utility bills. Check the air filter once each month, especially during heavy-use months. Dirty filters slow air flow, making the system work harder which wastes energy.

If the filter is dirty, replace it. You should clean or replace filters at least every three months. Sealing and insulating air ducts is also something you

Old gas & oil signs, old service station items, oil cans, gas pumps; 209-209-2012.

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ISSUE MARCH 2015

100-150 gallon, horizontal propane tank; 263-4228.

Horses, ponies & mules; 209-6268.

Buick LeSabre, any year, good condition, low mileage; 547-3570.

Horses & ponies; 592-2494.

Row crop land & hay fields, to rent for 2015 & future; 703-0998.

Any & all size canning jars, full or empty, canning equipment & supplies; 768-1746.

VHS/VCR player, reasonably priced or will trade disc movie player for it; 849-0577.

FREE Hound/Pit puppies; 956-2547 Black Lab, 5-years-old, yard kept, spayed, no kids, friendly; 547-4478.

46” Sony projection TV, needs repair, electric dryer, good for parts, you pick up; 579-4339, Frank.

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

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Rec. Vehicles (cont.)

such as monitoring regulations and guaranteeing continued compliance; managing ROW costs in the most efficient manner possible; working with 2007 Harley Davidson trike, loaded, PowerSouth to manage all aspects of wholesale power costs and continuing reverse gear, 28,900 miles, first class to search for cost containment measures in all areas of the cooperative.

Goal 3: Maintain the highest level of reliability of all utilities in the condition, $24,000; 547-2308. region. The cooperative will continue to improve and enhance its outage management program, maintain strong ROW maintenance programs and 2007 Honda VTX 1300 motorcycle, work toward completing all conversions and upgrades. like new, less than 6,000 miles, Goal 4: Always exceed the members’ expectations through the delivery accessories; 579-4339. of exceptional customer service. In order to maintain an excellent level of Vintage 1974 31’ Airstream camper, service and continue making program improvements and enhancements, the cooperative will maintain high training standards for all employees. good condition, can be seen in The cooperative will also continue to enhance current offerings with new Bonifay; 703-1518. programs and technology that reduce wait times and make our members’ experience the best it can offer. 93703001 Through this road map to the future, your cooperative’s Board and Vehicles employees strive to ensure that WFEC members are continually served by a utility that truly cares about its member-owners and strives every day to 2001 Dodge Ram 1500, 4x4 red put their needs and interests at the heart of every decision the cooperative extended cab, $5,000, new tires & makes. The Board of Trustees remains committed to its core values of features; 630-4639. accountability, integrity, innovation and a commitment to customer service.

1978 Ranchero 351, power cruise, motor & automatic transmission, excellent, original 84K, $1,500; 956-4582.

Jackson Farm Well Services Patrick Jackson

850-592-9530 or 850-573-6623

Bomann Fencing

Agricultural Fencing/Satisfaction Guaranteed For all your fencing needs call

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

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Utility Goosenecks 6x12 ENCLOSED

2300

$

V-NOSE, RAMP, 3500 LB., SINGLE AXLE

SPECIAL ORDERS WELCOME

638-2999

You can call now and purchase this space for ONLY $56/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

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

Fred O’Neal II

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

Home: (850) 762-8387 • Cell: (850) 832-1489 Golf Carts of Chipley

Golf Carts, Accessories, Batteries

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

“Honesty is Job One” Serving Washington, Jackson & Holmes Counties

415-0003 PAGE 14

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

Lic. #RA0067127

Call: (850) 573-0167 or (850) 548-4750 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

New Water Heater Standards Arrive with Home/Farm (cont.)

Warmer Weather

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n April 16, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will require higher Energy Factor (EF) ratings on most residential electric, natural gas, oil and tankless water heaters. EF ratings for water heaters are based on how efficiently heat is transferred into the water.

Standby heat loss, or the amount of heat lost from the storage tank while it’s sitting idle is another consideration. EF ratings can usually be found on the yellow energy guide tag located on the side of the water heater – the higher the EF, the more efficient the unit. 90257003 These changes will have an impact on how water heaters are designed, manufactured, tested, distributed, and installed, affecting manufacturers, wholesalers, installers and customers alike. Existing water heaters will not require any changes or be impacted by the new regulations. Only new installations and replacements will have to meet the new efficiency standards. So what do these regulations mean for you?

1) You could see an increased initial investment. The initial product or installation costs for new and replacement water heaters will likely be higher, but higher efficiency products offer long-term value through increased energy savings and better lifetime performance.

2) Should you have to replace your water heater, potential relocation might be required. Due to unit size, available space (especially for closet installations) and added technologies, some units may need to be moved.

3) New capacity considerations may impact homeowners. Changes to unit sizing and output may require some homeowners to down size the gallon capacity of their water heater, install multiple units, or make other modifications with the help of a contractor. Electric water heaters will likely require more insulation. This will increase the diameter and/or height of the water heater. Additional insulation may be required for piping and fittings such as drain and T&P valves. Based on current information, the production of 65 and 80 gallon water heaters is likely to stop altogether. The largest capacity electric resistance water heater available may only be 55 gallons. Tank sizes higher than 55 gallons may require the use of heat pumps to produce the hot water. Heat pump water heaters are more expensive and have additional space requirements for installation. They also produce cold air which can aid in cooling your home during the summer, but could cause concerns for small spaces during heating season.

Current H20 Plus participants will see no changes to the program in the near future. All water heaters that are in place will continue to meet the standards. In anticipation of these changes, WFEC purchased a large number of water heaters that meet the current efficiency standards and we will continue to install these new units as long as we have water heaters available. The program may require some modifications in the future as there are currently no available options to replace the large capacity (65 & 80 gallon) water heaters.

ISSUE MARCH 2015

Mamasan chair & cushion, $100 firm, retail chair & cushion 250400, great shape; 768-2295.

Fertilized Pensacola Bahia hay, 4x5 rolls barn kept, $35/roll; 785-6345.

Couch, chair, ottoman, green & gold, $75; 956-2940.

Ford bottom plow, 6’ leveling blade; 956-4532.

6600 Ford tractor w/cab, good condition, like new tires, $8,000; 956-4680.

Fireplace logs, 12”x12”, $100 OBO; 263-2263.

2000 lb. lawn mower lift, like new, used very little, $1,000 OBO; 834-2004.

Miscellaneous KORG PA 50 professional musical arranger, $750; 209-1344.

Bird houses, light houses, holy cross wood carvings; 272-6712, Billy.

Berber carpet, used, good condition; 352-4879.

Vintage porcelain base & back barber chair, $600; 526-4425.

Western saddle, 15” seat, used, Hereford brand, no saddle horn, $150; 547-4639.

AFFORDABLE SEAMLESS GUTTERS 20-Years Limited Warranty 21 Colors to Choose From

Gary McIntosh

(850) 593-0009 PAGE 7

Miscellaneous (cont.)

Pool cover, covers up to 20’x40’pool, $100; 638-1703.

Pine trees; 638-9456.

16” roping saddle, Dr. J Roper, w/ blanket only ridden in 3 times, only interested calls after 5 p.m.; 890-5531.

Grass vacuum, commercial or residential, 3 big bags, paid $1,800 used two summers, asking $1,000; 956-4589.

Multiple Listings Bass saxophone, good condition, will take $500; stain glass supplies, make offer; wooden picture frames, suited for oil/acrylic art; 209-1344.

The cooperative will continue to offer updates on the new efficiency regulations as they become available and also notify members about any future changes to our current H20 Plus program. In the meantime, if you have any questions about the new efficiency standards or the H20 Plus program, please contact us at (800) 342-7400 with your questions.

Vote for Honesty, Integrity, Experience & Dependability Re-Elect

WFEC Trustee - District 7 • WFEC Board Member Since 1996 • 34 Year Self-Employed, Independent Businessman Easy to talk to • National Credentialed Cooperative Director & always • National Board Leadership Certified available • WFEC Member for 39 Years to the public • Former Florida Rural Electric Credit Union Representative • Former Member Holmes County Development Commision • Lifelong Holmes County Resident

eat All MOrder o Cut t

DILMORE MEATS 2321 Dilmore Rd., Cottondale, FL 32431

Re-roof Specialist

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

Free Estimates

5 Year Workmanship Warranty Licensed & Insured #CCC1330359

(850) 547-2934 PAGE 8

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

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

Great Rate Tree Service, LLC

Square bale, annual peanut hay; round 5x5 grass hay; 285 Massey Ferguson tractor; 263-3427.

Armondi Roofing, LLC

Pd. Pol. Adv. Pd. for and Approved by Randy Bush

850-352-4407 or 4360

Beef, Pork, Chicken, Fish & Frozen Vegetables

Licensed & Insured

Adam Williams, Owner/Operator

Additions • Repairs Remodels

Window Replacements Lic#: RR282811643 Owner Chris Krauser

(850) 260-9019

(850) 263-4786

GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE Xtreme Southern Kustomizing

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

Woodham Rd., Graceville, FL

6(+/-) acres vacant land, on Lovedale Road, paved, near Two Egg; 592-6145.

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

Bush Paint: 263-4744 or 263-6345 Home: 263-3072 Cell: 415-2222

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

Real Estate (cont.)

11 acres, wooded/field, mature oaks/pecans/pines, well, private, paved road, Donald Road, Sneads, $50,000; 593-1236.

Randy Bush

Excellent peanut goat hay, net plastic wrapped, large rolls; 1941 John Deer tractor, 2 cylinder; 209-2693.

Mattress & bed frame, used, good condition, 1 longhorn cow, staple gun for fence; 326-6558.

Strategic Planning: The Key to Your Co-op’s Success

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

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

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

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ikipedia defines strategic planning as “an organization’s process of defining its strategy, or direction, and making decisions on allocating its resources to pursue this strategy.”

The Board of Trustees at WFEC recently engaged in exactly that task - laying out the direction and path that WFEC will follow for the next several years. The process is not an easy one and requires a serious commitment of time and effort on behalf of the board. Last year, the Board of Trustees met for three consecutive days with senior management staff and reviewed virtually every operation and process the cooperative is involved with. This detailed review covered all three primary areas of operation including: Engineering and Operations, Finance and Administration and Member Services. After their reviews, the board engaged in a very open dialogue about the future of the cooperative. The results of this planning session gave the staff direction and focus for the next three years. In addition to the specific goals and objectives the board laid out, they also worked with staff to develop new vision and mission statements for the cooperative. All efforts of the cooperative are now measured by the benchmarks identified in these statements. We will now touch on a few highlights from the meetings. 49063003 Our Mission Statement: West Florida Electric Cooperative is a memberowned, non-profit electric utility dedicated to providing safe, reliable and competitively priced electricity and other valuable services to our members while improving the quality of life for all citizens in our community.

During the planning sessions, the Board of Trustees identified four key areas and established a set of goals and objectives whereby this mission can be achieved.

Goal 1: Our primary goal is always safety. Safety is maintained at the cooperative through many initiatives including: training and education programs for employees and members, health and wellness programs and a strong safety program.

Goal 2: Maintain the lowest possible cost of service for our members. The board identified several key areas that will help lower and maintain costs

ISSUE MARCH 2015

5-25 acre lots, gated communities in Taylor & Washington Counties, with utilities, $2,300/acre; 985-507-0430.

Five acres, wooded corner lot, paved road, high & dry, $20,000; 526-4425.

Recreational Vehicles 2008 Keystone Cougar, lite travel trailer, 30’ polar package, 1 slide, queen bed, 4 bunks, very clean, nonsmoker, $14,900; 209-5018.

1993 Class C motor home, excellent condition, $6,500 OBO; 593-9914 or 272-9431.

1001 USES MOBILE HOME PARTS RV SUPPLIES & TRUCK ACCESSORIES UTILITY BUILDINGS

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

4673 HIGHWAY 90 E.

MARIANNA (Across from CVS)

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Real Estate 4.98 acres, beautiful lot, 300’ Hwy 276, one mile from Alford, owner financing available; 638-5559 or 726-7014.

14 acres, Washington County, adjoins, Jackson County, 460’ dirt road frontage, nice views; 334-350-1449.

Cute fixer upper, in Westville, needs TLC, a lot of work done, supplies for other projects included, price negotiable; 570-561-1550.

Excellent home, Pristine Black Lake, landscaped yard, large trees, dock, swim, fish, fenced, blueberries, carports, AC, paved road; 813-205-7740.

9.4 acres, Lovedale Road near Lovedale Church, paved road, ready for home site, commercial, horses, $33,000; 209-1344.

4 to 14 acres, timbered, 2BR/2BA block stucco, rustic wood, carport, 2.5 miles from I-10, $129,000; 209-4500.

10 acres in Clarksville w/power, cleared home site & travel lanes, well maintained county road, 2 miles from Chipola River, $55,000; 2371739 or 334-726-7619.

3BR/2BA, on .93 acres, lot 2 miles east of Grand Ridge (Blondie’s), $85,000; 272-8847.

2001 28x48 Fleetwood 3BR/2BA mobile home, kitchen appliances included, $14,000, located on Hwy 2 Bethlehem, must be moved; 547-4484.

3BR house, 3.19 acres, Silver Lake access, 1,459 square feet, built in 2003, Marianna area, $99,999; 5793970.

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Elect Wayne Carnley WFEC Trustee • District 7

Pd. Pol. Adv. Pd. for & Approved by Wayne Carnley

• Lifelong resident of Holmes County • Graduate of Poplar Springs H.S. & Railroad Training Institute, Atlanta • Served in the Florida National Guard • Self-employed row-crop & beef cattle farmer for 45 years • Served on Holmes Co. Farm Bureau, Holmes Creek Soil & Water Conservation District, Holmes Co. Dev. Commission & Tri-States Cattlemen Co-op Boards • Member and deacon at Little Rock Assembly of God • Married to the former Shirley Owens for 42 years w/2 children & 5 grands

Panhandle Pump Repair & Filtration Service

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

3024 Firefly Lane Vernon, FL 32462

WFEC District 9 Trustee • Retired Farmer, Rancher, Nurseryman • WFEC Member & Resident of Holmes County for 44 Years • Member of Hurricane Creek Baptist Church

“Give a Holmes Countian half a chance & he will do good.”

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

FSlanders ’ &V C ew

I’d appreciate your vote for District 9 Trustee

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

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Scissor Sharpening & Amish Heater Dealer

Marianna: (850) 526-1515 Blountstown: (850) 899-1294 2825 Hwy. 71 N., Marianna • 18526 State Rd. 20W, Blountstown

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

850.557.1966 Alfred L. Long President

Timber Company

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

Email: alfredllong@hotmail.com

&vision

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

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

• Drain Fields • Site Prep • Water Line Installation & Repairs

Office: 850-526-3108

history

Full Time Realtor working the Panhandle of Florida

Now Open 8:30 - 12:30 on Saturdays at Blountstown location!

Meter pole, $150; kerosene heater, $25; queen mattress, $100; TV table stand, $25; sewing machine, $30; C&C Septic & Backhoe Services, Inc. recliner, $30; 547-2864.

• Septic System Inspections • Septic Tanks

(850) 956-4526

Westville, Florida

Owner/Operator: Wesley Griffin

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

Polaris 400 Sportsman 4x4, $3,000; New Holland hay baler, cutter 8’ rake; 535-2818.

Lake Victor RV Park, LLC

A & W Excavations A Company Based on Honesty & Performance

1998 Honda 300 ATV, excellent condition; 12 men’s sport coats; men’s shoes & jeans; 326-9366.

Piano, $300; battery charger, $75; AC motor, $50; Wii drums, $40; satellite dishes, $20; white truck topper, $275; 352-2102.

Pd. Pol. Adv. Pd. for & Approved by H.R. Harrison

Debbie Roney Smith FULLY INSURED • FREE ESTIMATES

Multiple Listings (cont.)

• Full Hook-ups & WiFi • Fishing Piers • Boat Ramp • Daily/Monthly Rates

40 Years Experience License #2252

Owner

H.R. Harrison

Beautiful Lake & Sunset View

What’s in YOUR Water?

John White

Vote

cdranch@embarqmail.com

850-573-0949

Chanley W. Carter • Lic.#RF11067324

of strength

850-394-7620

Michael S. Carter• Lic.#RF110672427

a

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

LENDER

ISSUE MARCH 2015

www.ffbf.com

G 962 8 A.

(850) 263-3225

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Multiple Listings (cont.)

Make Your Yard Work for You

L

Used electric motors, 5 hp thru 1/4 ocation, location, location is the mantra in real estate, but it also applies to your yard when the search is on to lower energy bills and hp, 115-230 volts submersible & create curb appeal. Positioning the right combination of plants and sprinkler water pumps, large to small trees can yield shade, beautify, and unearth energy savings. So if you want chainsaws; 547-2933. to save money on your energy bill, get a shovel. Strategically planting trees and shrubs around your home is a tried and true way to save.

Sofa sleeper, $250; wicker swivel Energy savings gained from shade trees depends on the location and rockers, $50 each; twin beds w/ drawers & storage $250 each; 5473550.

Make sure you plant the right tree in the right place. Plant taller trees like maple, oak, spruce and pine away from overhead utility lines, keeping them at least 20 feet from the top phase of the power line. Vegetation like trees, shrubs and brush growing too close to power lines and distribution equipment lead to about sixty percent of all power interruptions. These interruptions can occur when branches break and fall across lines or when trees fall onto them. When strong winds blow, limbs growing too close to lines may sway and touch them.

orientation of both the trees and the house. Smart landscaping can generally shave about 25 percent off energy used for cooling and heating.

A few simple landscaping considerations can make a big difference in your home’s comfort and in the efficiency of your heating and cooling systems.

In summer months a tree’s shade cools the surrounding air temperatures by as much as nine degrees. Air temperatures directly under trees can be as much as 25 degrees cooler.

Two Hungarian military AK47, one Different trees serve unique purposes. To block summer solar heat but Russian AK47, $700 each; Nissan let the winter sun through, use deciduous trees. Evergreen trees and shrubs Titan pickup truck accessories; 579- are ideal to provide continuous shade and block heavy winds. Don’t forget 4339, Frank. about shrubs and groundcover plants. These short but sturdy shade-givers reduce heat radiation, cooling air before it reaches your home’s walls and windows. Shading takes time though. For example, a six foot to eight foot Gelding, 7-years-old, runs barrels; trail horse; Billy Cook roping saddle; deciduous tree planted near a home will begin shading windows in a year.

Depending on the species and the home, the tree will shade the roof in five misc. tack; gentle pony w/cart & to 10 years. harness; 592-2494.

Shrubs and trees can create windbreaks (walls to keep the wind chill away from a home). Why is that important? Wind speed lowers outside air temperatures. A windbreak reduces wind speed nearby, saving your home Brock’s Equipment Service from higher heating costs. It’s best to block wind with a combination of Cottondale • (850) 579-4863 trees and shrubs with low crowns (foliage which grows close to the ground).

Cell • (850) 573-1863 Evergreens are ideal, and when combined with a wall or fence these windbreaks can deflect or even lift wind over a home.

Excavator, Dozer Twin axle utility trailer, 7’x16’, $1,200; 2-row Covington planter; 2-row cultivator & breaking plow, good condition, all for $1,600; 5792792.

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Nice corner computer desk, $50; new exercise elliptical, $350; 5935127.

1967 Ford 390 engine, rebuilt, all bearings, valves, seals & gaskets; tire & rim, balanced 205/60/R15 fits Hyundai Elantra; 638-2945.

Ford transmission, 4WD, $300; 1998 S-10 cab w/title, $300; 1998 S-10 passenger door; wooden pallets; 547-5766.

Land Clearing, Pond Building, Demolition, Site Preparation, Ditch Work, Tree & Debris Removal, Sand & Top Soil

Organ, good condition, $300; 2 Cabbage Patch dolls, $40; other dolls, $30; 2 quilts for $100 each; 592-6437.

Three-point hitch, 8-wheel V hay rake with extra tines, $450; 6381873.

2 padded wood chairs, $20 each; pair antique wall sconces, $25; antique foyer shelf, $25; color TV, $10; 547-5019.

& Dump Truck Service

Multiple Listings (cont.)

Make Your Yard Work for Your Co-op

When planning and planting new landscaping around your home, remember not to plant trees near overhead or underground power lines.

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Total Gym XLS, $150 OBO; telescope, good condition, $50; variety cookware, call 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

M-S; 693-5333.

Trees growing into and touching power lines also pose a major safety hazard not only for WFEC linemen, but also for our members and their families. Trees coming into contact with power lines may become energized and if touched, could shock or electrocute someone. 68807003 To reduce tree-related problems, line crews and contractors look for foliage growing under lines, overhanging branches, leaning or other types of “danger” trees and trees growing into lines. This is a job that is never done – by the time crews finish trimming along the 4,000 miles of power lines, vegetation has started growing back at the starting point. This is currently a four to five year cycle.

WFEC decides how to trim trees based on the amount of clearance needed around wires, the line voltage, the tree’s growth rate and the rightof-way maintenance cycle (how frequently trimming along the line is performed). Clear right-of-ways give line crews the ability to respond to storm damage with minimal disruption of electricity and allow safe access to the power lines. They also reduce outage times and improve system reliability and reduce safety hazards.

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. If you have any questions about the cooperative’s right-of-way/vegetation management program, please contact us at (800) 342-7400.

ISSUE MARCH 2015

Color TV; new entertainment center; toaster oven; floor lamps; rug shampooer; books; toys; coats; bird bath, $60 each OBO; 849-0577.

6’ mower, extra heavy, $350; heavy root rake, Case 580, $3,500; backhoe 19.5-24, $75; 899-0266.

Grain bin, approximately 12 ton, very little rust, $850; trailer for cattle/horses, 16’ long, newer tires, $1,850; 956-4543.

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

1401 N. Waukeshaw Ave. Bonifay, FL 32425

Louie Pettis

(850) 547-0075 (850) 516-1227 PAGE 11

Multiple Listings (cont.)

Make Your Yard Work for You

L

Used electric motors, 5 hp thru 1/4 ocation, location, location is the mantra in real estate, but it also applies to your yard when the search is on to lower energy bills and hp, 115-230 volts submersible & create curb appeal. Positioning the right combination of plants and sprinkler water pumps, large to small trees can yield shade, beautify, and unearth energy savings. So if you want chainsaws; 547-2933. to save money on your energy bill, get a shovel. Strategically planting trees and shrubs around your home is a tried and true way to save.

Sofa sleeper, $250; wicker swivel Energy savings gained from shade trees depends on the location and rockers, $50 each; twin beds w/ drawers & storage $250 each; 5473550.

Make sure you plant the right tree in the right place. Plant taller trees like maple, oak, spruce and pine away from overhead utility lines, keeping them at least 20 feet from the top phase of the power line. Vegetation like trees, shrubs and brush growing too close to power lines and distribution equipment lead to about sixty percent of all power interruptions. These interruptions can occur when branches break and fall across lines or when trees fall onto them. When strong winds blow, limbs growing too close to lines may sway and touch them.

orientation of both the trees and the house. Smart landscaping can generally shave about 25 percent off energy used for cooling and heating.

A few simple landscaping considerations can make a big difference in your home’s comfort and in the efficiency of your heating and cooling systems.

In summer months a tree’s shade cools the surrounding air temperatures by as much as nine degrees. Air temperatures directly under trees can be as much as 25 degrees cooler.

Two Hungarian military AK47, one Different trees serve unique purposes. To block summer solar heat but Russian AK47, $700 each; Nissan let the winter sun through, use deciduous trees. Evergreen trees and shrubs Titan pickup truck accessories; 579- are ideal to provide continuous shade and block heavy winds. Don’t forget 4339, Frank. about shrubs and groundcover plants. These short but sturdy shade-givers reduce heat radiation, cooling air before it reaches your home’s walls and windows. Shading takes time though. For example, a six foot to eight foot Gelding, 7-years-old, runs barrels; trail horse; Billy Cook roping saddle; deciduous tree planted near a home will begin shading windows in a year.

Depending on the species and the home, the tree will shade the roof in five misc. tack; gentle pony w/cart & to 10 years. harness; 592-2494.

Shrubs and trees can create windbreaks (walls to keep the wind chill away from a home). Why is that important? Wind speed lowers outside air temperatures. A windbreak reduces wind speed nearby, saving your home Brock’s Equipment Service from higher heating costs. It’s best to block wind with a combination of Cottondale • (850) 579-4863 trees and shrubs with low crowns (foliage which grows close to the ground).

Cell • (850) 573-1863 Evergreens are ideal, and when combined with a wall or fence these windbreaks can deflect or even lift wind over a home.

Excavator, Dozer Twin axle utility trailer, 7’x16’, $1,200; 2-row Covington planter; 2-row cultivator & breaking plow, good condition, all for $1,600; 5792792.

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Nice corner computer desk, $50; new exercise elliptical, $350; 5935127.

1967 Ford 390 engine, rebuilt, all bearings, valves, seals & gaskets; tire & rim, balanced 205/60/R15 fits Hyundai Elantra; 638-2945.

Ford transmission, 4WD, $300; 1998 S-10 cab w/title, $300; 1998 S-10 passenger door; wooden pallets; 547-5766.

Land Clearing, Pond Building, Demolition, Site Preparation, Ditch Work, Tree & Debris Removal, Sand & Top Soil

Organ, good condition, $300; 2 Cabbage Patch dolls, $40; other dolls, $30; 2 quilts for $100 each; 592-6437.

Three-point hitch, 8-wheel V hay rake with extra tines, $450; 6381873.

2 padded wood chairs, $20 each; pair antique wall sconces, $25; antique foyer shelf, $25; color TV, $10; 547-5019.

& Dump Truck Service

Multiple Listings (cont.)

Make Your Yard Work for Your Co-op

When planning and planting new landscaping around your home, remember not to plant trees near overhead or underground power lines.

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Total Gym XLS, $150 OBO; telescope, good condition, $50; variety cookware, call 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

M-S; 693-5333.

Trees growing into and touching power lines also pose a major safety hazard not only for WFEC linemen, but also for our members and their families. Trees coming into contact with power lines may become energized and if touched, could shock or electrocute someone. 68807003 To reduce tree-related problems, line crews and contractors look for foliage growing under lines, overhanging branches, leaning or other types of “danger” trees and trees growing into lines. This is a job that is never done – by the time crews finish trimming along the 4,000 miles of power lines, vegetation has started growing back at the starting point. This is currently a four to five year cycle.

WFEC decides how to trim trees based on the amount of clearance needed around wires, the line voltage, the tree’s growth rate and the rightof-way maintenance cycle (how frequently trimming along the line is performed). Clear right-of-ways give line crews the ability to respond to storm damage with minimal disruption of electricity and allow safe access to the power lines. They also reduce outage times and improve system reliability and reduce safety hazards.

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. If you have any questions about the cooperative’s right-of-way/vegetation management program, please contact us at (800) 342-7400.

ISSUE MARCH 2015

Color TV; new entertainment center; toaster oven; floor lamps; rug shampooer; books; toys; coats; bird bath, $60 each OBO; 849-0577.

6’ mower, extra heavy, $350; heavy root rake, Case 580, $3,500; backhoe 19.5-24, $75; 899-0266.

Grain bin, approximately 12 ton, very little rust, $850; trailer for cattle/horses, 16’ long, newer tires, $1,850; 956-4543.

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

1401 N. Waukeshaw Ave. Bonifay, FL 32425

Louie Pettis

(850) 547-0075 (850) 516-1227 PAGE 11

Real Estate 4.98 acres, beautiful lot, 300’ Hwy 276, one mile from Alford, owner financing available; 638-5559 or 726-7014.

14 acres, Washington County, adjoins, Jackson County, 460’ dirt road frontage, nice views; 334-350-1449.

Cute fixer upper, in Westville, needs TLC, a lot of work done, supplies for other projects included, price negotiable; 570-561-1550.

Excellent home, Pristine Black Lake, landscaped yard, large trees, dock, swim, fish, fenced, blueberries, carports, AC, paved road; 813-205-7740.

9.4 acres, Lovedale Road near Lovedale Church, paved road, ready for home site, commercial, horses, $33,000; 209-1344.

4 to 14 acres, timbered, 2BR/2BA block stucco, rustic wood, carport, 2.5 miles from I-10, $129,000; 209-4500.

10 acres in Clarksville w/power, cleared home site & travel lanes, well maintained county road, 2 miles from Chipola River, $55,000; 2371739 or 334-726-7619.

3BR/2BA, on .93 acres, lot 2 miles east of Grand Ridge (Blondie’s), $85,000; 272-8847.

2001 28x48 Fleetwood 3BR/2BA mobile home, kitchen appliances included, $14,000, located on Hwy 2 Bethlehem, must be moved; 547-4484.

3BR house, 3.19 acres, Silver Lake access, 1,459 square feet, built in 2003, Marianna area, $99,999; 5793970.

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Elect Wayne Carnley WFEC Trustee • District 7

Pd. Pol. Adv. Pd. for & Approved by Wayne Carnley

• Lifelong resident of Holmes County • Graduate of Poplar Springs H.S. & Railroad Training Institute, Atlanta • Served in the Florida National Guard • Self-employed row-crop & beef cattle farmer for 45 years • Served on Holmes Co. Farm Bureau, Holmes Creek Soil & Water Conservation District, Holmes Co. Dev. Commission & Tri-States Cattlemen Co-op Boards • Member and deacon at Little Rock Assembly of God • Married to the former Shirley Owens for 42 years w/2 children & 5 grands

Panhandle Pump Repair & Filtration Service

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

3024 Firefly Lane Vernon, FL 32462

WFEC District 9 Trustee • Retired Farmer, Rancher, Nurseryman • WFEC Member & Resident of Holmes County for 44 Years • Member of Hurricane Creek Baptist Church

“Give a Holmes Countian half a chance & he will do good.”

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

FSlanders ’ &V C ew

I’d appreciate your vote for District 9 Trustee

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

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Scissor Sharpening & Amish Heater Dealer

Marianna: (850) 526-1515 Blountstown: (850) 899-1294 2825 Hwy. 71 N., Marianna • 18526 State Rd. 20W, Blountstown

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

850.557.1966 Alfred L. Long President

Timber Company

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

Email: alfredllong@hotmail.com

&vision

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

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

• Drain Fields • Site Prep • Water Line Installation & Repairs

Office: 850-526-3108

history

Full Time Realtor working the Panhandle of Florida

Now Open 8:30 - 12:30 on Saturdays at Blountstown location!

Meter pole, $150; kerosene heater, $25; queen mattress, $100; TV table stand, $25; sewing machine, $30; C&C Septic & Backhoe Services, Inc. recliner, $30; 547-2864.

• Septic System Inspections • Septic Tanks

(850) 956-4526

Westville, Florida

Owner/Operator: Wesley Griffin

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

Polaris 400 Sportsman 4x4, $3,000; New Holland hay baler, cutter 8’ rake; 535-2818.

Lake Victor RV Park, LLC

A & W Excavations A Company Based on Honesty & Performance

1998 Honda 300 ATV, excellent condition; 12 men’s sport coats; men’s shoes & jeans; 326-9366.

Piano, $300; battery charger, $75; AC motor, $50; Wii drums, $40; satellite dishes, $20; white truck topper, $275; 352-2102.

Pd. Pol. Adv. Pd. for & Approved by H.R. Harrison

Debbie Roney Smith FULLY INSURED • FREE ESTIMATES

Multiple Listings (cont.)

• Full Hook-ups & WiFi • Fishing Piers • Boat Ramp • Daily/Monthly Rates

40 Years Experience License #2252

Owner

H.R. Harrison

Beautiful Lake & Sunset View

What’s in YOUR Water?

John White

Vote

cdranch@embarqmail.com

850-573-0949

Chanley W. Carter • Lic.#RF11067324

of strength

850-394-7620

Michael S. Carter• Lic.#RF110672427

a

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

LENDER

ISSUE MARCH 2015

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(850) 263-3225

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Miscellaneous (cont.)

Pool cover, covers up to 20’x40’pool, $100; 638-1703.

Pine trees; 638-9456.

16” roping saddle, Dr. J Roper, w/ blanket only ridden in 3 times, only interested calls after 5 p.m.; 890-5531.

Grass vacuum, commercial or residential, 3 big bags, paid $1,800 used two summers, asking $1,000; 956-4589.

Multiple Listings Bass saxophone, good condition, will take $500; stain glass supplies, make offer; wooden picture frames, suited for oil/acrylic art; 209-1344.

The cooperative will continue to offer updates on the new efficiency regulations as they become available and also notify members about any future changes to our current H20 Plus program. In the meantime, if you have any questions about the new efficiency standards or the H20 Plus program, please contact us at (800) 342-7400 with your questions.

Vote for Honesty, Integrity, Experience & Dependability Re-Elect

WFEC Trustee - District 7 • WFEC Board Member Since 1996 • 34 Year Self-Employed, Independent Businessman Easy to talk to • National Credentialed Cooperative Director & always • National Board Leadership Certified available • WFEC Member for 39 Years to the public • Former Florida Rural Electric Credit Union Representative • Former Member Holmes County Development Commision • Lifelong Holmes County Resident

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DILMORE MEATS 2321 Dilmore Rd., Cottondale, FL 32431

Re-roof Specialist

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

Free Estimates

5 Year Workmanship Warranty Licensed & Insured #CCC1330359

(850) 547-2934 PAGE 8

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

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

Great Rate Tree Service, LLC

Square bale, annual peanut hay; round 5x5 grass hay; 285 Massey Ferguson tractor; 263-3427.

Armondi Roofing, LLC

Pd. Pol. Adv. Pd. for and Approved by Randy Bush

850-352-4407 or 4360

Beef, Pork, Chicken, Fish & Frozen Vegetables

Licensed & Insured

Adam Williams, Owner/Operator

Additions • Repairs Remodels

Window Replacements Lic#: RR282811643 Owner Chris Krauser

(850) 260-9019

(850) 263-4786

GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE Xtreme Southern Kustomizing

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

Woodham Rd., Graceville, FL

6(+/-) acres vacant land, on Lovedale Road, paved, near Two Egg; 592-6145.

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

Bush Paint: 263-4744 or 263-6345 Home: 263-3072 Cell: 415-2222

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

Real Estate (cont.)

11 acres, wooded/field, mature oaks/pecans/pines, well, private, paved road, Donald Road, Sneads, $50,000; 593-1236.

Randy Bush

Excellent peanut goat hay, net plastic wrapped, large rolls; 1941 John Deer tractor, 2 cylinder; 209-2693.

Mattress & bed frame, used, good condition, 1 longhorn cow, staple gun for fence; 326-6558.

Strategic Planning: The Key to Your Co-op’s Success

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

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

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

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ikipedia defines strategic planning as “an organization’s process of defining its strategy, or direction, and making decisions on allocating its resources to pursue this strategy.”

The Board of Trustees at WFEC recently engaged in exactly that task - laying out the direction and path that WFEC will follow for the next several years. The process is not an easy one and requires a serious commitment of time and effort on behalf of the board. Last year, the Board of Trustees met for three consecutive days with senior management staff and reviewed virtually every operation and process the cooperative is involved with. This detailed review covered all three primary areas of operation including: Engineering and Operations, Finance and Administration and Member Services. After their reviews, the board engaged in a very open dialogue about the future of the cooperative. The results of this planning session gave the staff direction and focus for the next three years. In addition to the specific goals and objectives the board laid out, they also worked with staff to develop new vision and mission statements for the cooperative. All efforts of the cooperative are now measured by the benchmarks identified in these statements. We will now touch on a few highlights from the meetings. 49063003 Our Mission Statement: West Florida Electric Cooperative is a memberowned, non-profit electric utility dedicated to providing safe, reliable and competitively priced electricity and other valuable services to our members while improving the quality of life for all citizens in our community.

During the planning sessions, the Board of Trustees identified four key areas and established a set of goals and objectives whereby this mission can be achieved.

Goal 1: Our primary goal is always safety. Safety is maintained at the cooperative through many initiatives including: training and education programs for employees and members, health and wellness programs and a strong safety program.

Goal 2: Maintain the lowest possible cost of service for our members. The board identified several key areas that will help lower and maintain costs

ISSUE MARCH 2015

5-25 acre lots, gated communities in Taylor & Washington Counties, with utilities, $2,300/acre; 985-507-0430.

Five acres, wooded corner lot, paved road, high & dry, $20,000; 526-4425.

Recreational Vehicles 2008 Keystone Cougar, lite travel trailer, 30’ polar package, 1 slide, queen bed, 4 bunks, very clean, nonsmoker, $14,900; 209-5018.

1993 Class C motor home, excellent condition, $6,500 OBO; 593-9914 or 272-9431.

1001 USES MOBILE HOME PARTS RV SUPPLIES & TRUCK ACCESSORIES UTILITY BUILDINGS

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

4673 HIGHWAY 90 E.

MARIANNA (Across from CVS)

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Rec. Vehicles (cont.)

such as monitoring regulations and guaranteeing continued compliance; managing ROW costs in the most efficient manner possible; working with 2007 Harley Davidson trike, loaded, PowerSouth to manage all aspects of wholesale power costs and continuing reverse gear, 28,900 miles, first class to search for cost containment measures in all areas of the cooperative.

Goal 3: Maintain the highest level of reliability of all utilities in the condition, $24,000; 547-2308. region. The cooperative will continue to improve and enhance its outage management program, maintain strong ROW maintenance programs and 2007 Honda VTX 1300 motorcycle, work toward completing all conversions and upgrades. like new, less than 6,000 miles, Goal 4: Always exceed the members’ expectations through the delivery accessories; 579-4339. of exceptional customer service. In order to maintain an excellent level of Vintage 1974 31’ Airstream camper, service and continue making program improvements and enhancements, the cooperative will maintain high training standards for all employees. good condition, can be seen in The cooperative will also continue to enhance current offerings with new Bonifay; 703-1518. programs and technology that reduce wait times and make our members’ experience the best it can offer. 93703001 Through this road map to the future, your cooperative’s Board and Vehicles employees strive to ensure that WFEC members are continually served by a utility that truly cares about its member-owners and strives every day to 2001 Dodge Ram 1500, 4x4 red put their needs and interests at the heart of every decision the cooperative extended cab, $5,000, new tires & makes. The Board of Trustees remains committed to its core values of features; 630-4639. accountability, integrity, innovation and a commitment to customer service.

1978 Ranchero 351, power cruise, motor & automatic transmission, excellent, original 84K, $1,500; 956-4582.

Jackson Farm Well Services Patrick Jackson

850-592-9530 or 850-573-6623

Bomann Fencing

Agricultural Fencing/Satisfaction Guaranteed For all your fencing needs call

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

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Utility Goosenecks 6x12 ENCLOSED

2300

$

V-NOSE, RAMP, 3500 LB., SINGLE AXLE

SPECIAL ORDERS WELCOME

638-2999

You can call now and purchase this space for ONLY $56/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

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

Fred O’Neal II

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

Home: (850) 762-8387 • Cell: (850) 832-1489 Golf Carts of Chipley

Golf Carts, Accessories, Batteries

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

“Honesty is Job One” Serving Washington, Jackson & Holmes Counties

415-0003 PAGE 14

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

Lic. #RA0067127

Call: (850) 573-0167 or (850) 548-4750 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

New Water Heater Standards Arrive with Home/Farm (cont.)

Warmer Weather

O

n April 16, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will require higher Energy Factor (EF) ratings on most residential electric, natural gas, oil and tankless water heaters. EF ratings for water heaters are based on how efficiently heat is transferred into the water.

Standby heat loss, or the amount of heat lost from the storage tank while it’s sitting idle is another consideration. EF ratings can usually be found on the yellow energy guide tag located on the side of the water heater – the higher the EF, the more efficient the unit. 90257003 These changes will have an impact on how water heaters are designed, manufactured, tested, distributed, and installed, affecting manufacturers, wholesalers, installers and customers alike. Existing water heaters will not require any changes or be impacted by the new regulations. Only new installations and replacements will have to meet the new efficiency standards. So what do these regulations mean for you?

1) You could see an increased initial investment. The initial product or installation costs for new and replacement water heaters will likely be higher, but higher efficiency products offer long-term value through increased energy savings and better lifetime performance.

2) Should you have to replace your water heater, potential relocation might be required. Due to unit size, available space (especially for closet installations) and added technologies, some units may need to be moved.

3) New capacity considerations may impact homeowners. Changes to unit sizing and output may require some homeowners to down size the gallon capacity of their water heater, install multiple units, or make other modifications with the help of a contractor. Electric water heaters will likely require more insulation. This will increase the diameter and/or height of the water heater. Additional insulation may be required for piping and fittings such as drain and T&P valves. Based on current information, the production of 65 and 80 gallon water heaters is likely to stop altogether. The largest capacity electric resistance water heater available may only be 55 gallons. Tank sizes higher than 55 gallons may require the use of heat pumps to produce the hot water. Heat pump water heaters are more expensive and have additional space requirements for installation. They also produce cold air which can aid in cooling your home during the summer, but could cause concerns for small spaces during heating season.

Current H20 Plus participants will see no changes to the program in the near future. All water heaters that are in place will continue to meet the standards. In anticipation of these changes, WFEC purchased a large number of water heaters that meet the current efficiency standards and we will continue to install these new units as long as we have water heaters available. The program may require some modifications in the future as there are currently no available options to replace the large capacity (65 & 80 gallon) water heaters.

ISSUE MARCH 2015

Mamasan chair & cushion, $100 firm, retail chair & cushion 250400, great shape; 768-2295.

Fertilized Pensacola Bahia hay, 4x5 rolls barn kept, $35/roll; 785-6345.

Couch, chair, ottoman, green & gold, $75; 956-2940.

Ford bottom plow, 6’ leveling blade; 956-4532.

6600 Ford tractor w/cab, good condition, like new tires, $8,000; 956-4680.

Fireplace logs, 12”x12”, $100 OBO; 263-2263.

2000 lb. lawn mower lift, like new, used very little, $1,000 OBO; 834-2004.

Miscellaneous KORG PA 50 professional musical arranger, $750; 209-1344.

Bird houses, light houses, holy cross wood carvings; 272-6712, Billy.

Berber carpet, used, good condition; 352-4879.

Vintage porcelain base & back barber chair, $600; 526-4425.

Western saddle, 15” seat, used, Hereford brand, no saddle horn, $150; 547-4639.

AFFORDABLE SEAMLESS GUTTERS 20-Years Limited Warranty 21 Colors to Choose From

Gary McIntosh

(850) 593-0009 PAGE 7

Home/Farm (cont.)

California fireplace w/stack, grate, tong set, $165; California Malm fireplace, smoke stack, grate, screen, tongs set, both excellent condition, $190; 813-205-7740.

18” Silver Lennox pasta bowl, w/serving piece, $25; 16-piece Noritake Imperial Platinum China, brand new, $30; 209-3665.

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

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

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

Massey Ferguson model 35 tractor, lifts, cranks, runs, good condition, $2,700; 372-3874.

Kubota tractor B7800HSD, extra equipment belly mower box blade, quick hitch, forks, covered roof; 535-2330.

Kubota

More Power to You! Sales Event

Two club chairs, sage green, $100 each; 569-1124.

Computer desk, excellent condition, black w/wood tones, $35; 579-1070.

Tifton 85, 4x5 rolls, Bermuda, $50; Argentina Bahia, stored in barn, fertilized & clean, $45; 592-1207.

Fertilized Bahia hay, 4x4 rolls, $30 Chipley/Wausau area; 628-2867.

Couch & loveseat, good condition, $250; 768-0066.

Gibbs Concrete

Power your projects with Kubota’s Grand L Series compact tractors.

$

0 Down, 0.99% Financing for 60 Months Offer ends 3/31/15.

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

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

Licensed & Insured

(850) 557-0753 PAGE 6

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kubota.com

*$0 down, 0.99% A.P.R. financing for up to 60 months on purchases of new Kubota ZP, BX, B, L, M, DM, DMC, RB, RA, TE, K008, KX, U, TLB, SVL and R Series equipment available to qualified purchasers from participating dealers’ in-stock inventory through 3/31/2015. Example: A 60-month monthly installment repayment term at 0.99% A.P.R. requires 60 payments of $17.09 per $1,000 financed. 0.99% 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. Not available for Rental, National Accounts or Governmental customers. 0.99% 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 3/31/2015. 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.

© Kubota Tractor Corporation, 2015

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Programmable Thermostats = Lower Utility Bills

WANTED

id you know that as much as half of your electric bill can be attributed to heating and cooling your home? That’s why making smart decisions about your home’s heating or cooling can have a big effect on your utility bills and your comfort.

Savings can add up quickly when heating and cooling systems are tweaked for maximum efficiency. Installing a programmable thermostat makes it easy to implement changes to lower your electric bill without much time or effort on your part. Programmable thermostats are ideal for people who are away from home during set periods of time throughout the week. Through proper use of pre-programmed settings, a programmable thermostat can save you about $180 every year in energy costs.

To decide which model is best for you, think about your schedule and how often you are away from home for regular periods of time—work, school, other activities—and then decide which of the three different models best fits your schedule: 7-day models are best if your daily schedule tends to change; for example, if children are at home earlier on some days. These models give you the most flexibility and let you set different programs for different days—usually with four possible temperature periods per day. 5+2-day models use the same schedule every weekday, and another for weekends. 5-1-1 models are best if you tend to keep one schedule Monday through Friday and another schedule on Saturdays and Sundays. 83250002 Another thing you can do to reduce costs includes lowering thermostat settings to 68 degrees or lower in the winter and raising them to 78 degrees or higher in the summer. Try keeping the thermostat set as low or high as possible while still maintaining a level of comfort for you and your family members.

The location of your thermostat can also impact its performance and efficiency. Place thermostats away from direct sunlight, drafts, doorways, skylights and windows. Read the manufacturer’s instructions to prevent “ghost readings” or unnecessary cycling.

Maintaining your system can help you save big on utility bills. Check the air filter once each month, especially during heavy-use months. Dirty filters slow air flow, making the system work harder which wastes energy.

If the filter is dirty, replace it. You should clean or replace filters at least every three months. Sealing and insulating air ducts is also something you

Old gas & oil signs, old service station items, oil cans, gas pumps; 209-209-2012.

D

ISSUE MARCH 2015

100-150 gallon, horizontal propane tank; 263-4228.

Horses, ponies & mules; 209-6268.

Buick LeSabre, any year, good condition, low mileage; 547-3570.

Horses & ponies; 592-2494.

Row crop land & hay fields, to rent for 2015 & future; 703-0998.

Any & all size canning jars, full or empty, canning equipment & supplies; 768-1746.

VHS/VCR player, reasonably priced or will trade disc movie player for it; 849-0577.

FREE Hound/Pit puppies; 956-2547 Black Lab, 5-years-old, yard kept, spayed, no kids, friendly; 547-4478.

46” Sony projection TV, needs repair, electric dryer, good for parts, you pick up; 579-4339, Frank.

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

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LOST/FOUND Found: hunters knife, Orange Hill area; 638-4689, ask for Clyde.

THANK YOU

Please Consider

The family of Hilton Murphy would like to thank everyone for the prayers, flowers, food, visits and other acts of kindness during the loss of our loved one. Your thoughtfulness meant more than you will ever know and will always be remembered.

L. Marshall Concrete FOUNDATIONS & BLOCK WORK

GRACEVILLE, FL

850-625-3842 Lucas N. Taylor, P.A. • • • • •

can do to increase your unit’s efficiency – especially those in your attic or crawlspace.

Make smart decisions like the ones mentioned above and you could see significant savings for your wallet. Visit www.westflorida.coop to find out more about programmable thermostats and maintaining your HVAC system today.

Attorney at Law Estate Planning Probate Real Estate Guardianships Personal Injury

(850) 547-7301

122B South Waukesha Street • Bonifay, FL 32425

Thomas L. Crews for WFEC District 8 Trustee

• WFEC member for approx. 25 years • Married to Linda S. Crews for 45 years • 2 children: Jessica Marie Ladley & Thomas Stuart; one granddaughter, Jaelynn • Served in the U.S. Army from 1967-1970 • Honorably discharged in 1970 • Vietnam Veteran • Currently resides on his family farm in Holmes Co.

Joe Rone

Please Vote For & Re-Elect

• WFEC Board Member for 13 Years WFEC Representative for District 8 • Served as Secretary/Treasurer & Vice Chairman • Retired Federal Financial Manager • Served on Numerous Boards & Committees • Married to Lee Phillips Rone for 33+ Years • Owned & Operated Phillips Auto Parts in Bonifay • Operates a Small Farm near the Bethlehem Comm.

• Has a Servant’s Heart Paid Pol. Adv. Paid for & Approved by Joe Rone

Brown Pump Repair Pd. Pol. Adv. Pd. for & Approved by Thomas L. Crews

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

638-9355 or 638-7739 Mobile Home Power Pole

Most Insurances Accepted New Chipley Location Cosmetic, General & Family Dentistry

100 amp $19995 200 amp $29995

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

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

New & Emergency Patients Welcome

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

(850) 482-5513

Ag Sprayers Sprayer Repair Parts Baler Twine

!”

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

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

Over 16 Years Professional Experience

If It Won’t Burn...We’ll Probably Buy It!

5 Years Labor Warranty • Licensed & Insured

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

We Buy Cars, Trucks & Equipment Competitive Prices

We Buy the Following & More...

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

Serving Jackson, Holmes, Washington & Calhoun Counties

SIDNEY HALL

850.526.8441 • 850.569.2021

Pump Sales & Service • Irrigation Systems • Water Treatment

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

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

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CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Electronics TV not flat, great condition, around 32”, $50 firm; 768-2295.

Home/Farm Brown bush hog, six foot, model 572, good condition, $550; 5485795.

1996 28’ S&H gooseneck 4-horse trailer, living area/tack room, AC, 6x16’ box, 6x12’ tack & living area, $3,000 OBO; 352-302-4170.

Nice wood blinds, nice price, Grand Ridge; 772-646-0791.

Pickwick Window Cleaning Residential/Commercial/Store Fronts Ryan Pickwick - Owner

(850) 726-0509

Proudly Serving Bonifay & Surrounding Areas!

“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” Colossians 3:23

(850) 638-0790

Bush Well Drilling

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

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

Whirlpool washer & dryer, both work fine, just upgrading, priced to move, leave message; 638-4479.

Call Today for a FREE Estimate! Satisfaction Guaranteed!

We Now have drive-on scales!

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

Frigidaire Elite refrigerator, 32x64, good condition, $75; 263-2263.

HALL Roofing, Siding & Building, LLC

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

Scrap Metal & Prepared Steel

TATUM’S HARDWARE Hwy. 71 Marianna

Appliances

Office:

850-263-8064

ISSUE MARCH 2015

• Cell:

850-573-1229

Fax: (850) 638-8069

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

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

southeasternsurveying.com

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CB Roofing, LLC

Washington County Ag Center 1424 Jackson Ave., Chipley

Chucky Brinkley, Owner Licensed & Insured FL License # RC 0067463

HANDY MAN SERVICE

No job too big or small!

10% Senior Citizen Discount

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

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

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

Saturday: 9-5 • Sunday: 10-4 Admission - $5/adult Children under 12 - free

Hector 24 HR Service

Shingles Metal Roofing Repairs

General Landscaping Property Management House Pressure Washing & Cleaning FREE Scrap Metal Removal

850-326-6558

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

Hill’s Tree Service

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

593-4455 OLEN BARFIELD Have Sawmill, Will Travel

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

638-7105

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 License #RC29027142 & License #RB29003143

J&J Neel Construction, Inc. PAGE 4

Thank You (cont.)

Community Calendar

Chipley Gun & Knife Show April 4-5, 2015

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Water Bath Canning Class Thursday, March 12, 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Live Oak Baptist Church, 5211 Millers Ferry Road, Vernon Participants will learn the basics of safely preserving acidic foods by using the water bath canner. Registration fee is $5 and includes class materials.

Space is limited. Pre-registration is required by contacting the Washington County Extension Office, 850-638-6265, or the Holmes County Extension Office, 850-547-1108. Extension programs are open to everyone. For persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations, please contact 800-955-8771 at least five working days prior to the class so that proper consideration may be given the request.

Thank you to Covenant Hospice for all the support & care given to Melvin E. Wilson, who passed away Feb. 1, 2015. We would like to send special thanks out to Tommy Wood and MaryAnn Whitfield for going above & beyond to show your concern & care for your patients.

Thanks again, The Bennett/Wilson Family.

The Family of Roy (Tony) Adams would like to thank everyone for all Starting a Small Business Online the prayers, flowers, monetary gifts Thursday, March 12; March 19 & March 26 and acts of kindness we received Thursday, April 2; April 16 & April 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m. during the illness and loss of our UF/IFAS Extension Washington County office loved one. Special thanks to the Have you ever thought of selling goods or services online? Are you an entrepreneur looking for an outlet for your products? UF/IFAS Extension is Covenant Hospice team, Ben, Toby, Wendy & Toni. offering a series of classes that will cover topics on ecommerce, online and offline business basics, internet marketing, payment options and shipping, Bush Paint & Supply and record keeping and tax planning. The class is $75. Call 638-6180 to Carpet • Paint • Feed & Seed register.

Beginner’s Pressure Canning Class Tuesday, March 17, 6:00-9:30 p.m.

Holmes County Agricultural Center, 1173 E. Hwy. 90, Bonifay Participants will learn the basics of pressure canning vegetables. Registration fee is $5 and includes class materials. Canner gauge testing will also be available – bring a canner lid with gauge. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required by contacting the Washington County Extension Office, 850638-6265, or the Holmes County Extension Office, 850-547-1108.

Extension programs are open to everyone.

Vinyl Flooring • Ceramic Tile Free Estimates

263-4744 • 971 6th Ave., Graceville 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

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 MARCH 2015

CLF Free Ad Form Please Type or Print Neatly.

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

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

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Beulah Land HEALTH FOODS

Community Calendar (cont.)

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

You Can Dehydrate THAT? Class Thursday, April 9, 6:00-8:30 p.m.

4198B Lafayette St., Marianna • 482-8511 Washington County Agricultural Center, 1424 Jackson Avenue, Chipley Come learn how to maximize your dehydrator with this introduction to SURVEYOR dehydrating and vacuum sealing. Registration fee is $5 and includes class Florida Licensed Surveyor since 1969 materials. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required by contacting the Washington County Extension Office, 850-638-6265 or the Holmes Roger Lonsway County Extension Office, 850-547-1108. Extension programs are open to Home Office: 638-7412 Mobile: 260-5438 everyone.

SUPER CLEAN STEAM CLEANING

• Carpet • Tile & Grout • Furniture • 24 Hour Water Extraction

Locally Owned & Operated, Satisfaction Guaranteed!

Honest Pricing with No Hidden Fees Call Jason to make an appointment

(850) 693-4537

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

License Number: RM14016919

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

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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Sixth Annual Doctors Memorial Hospital Foundation Golf Scramble & Golf Ball Drop Fundraiser Friday, April 10, 2015; 9:00 a.m.

Dogwood Lakes Golf Club, 1934 Country Club Drive, Bonifay, FL Please join us by participating in Doctors Memorial Hospital Foundation’s four man golf scramble. Shotgun start is at 9:00 a.m., but come early to purchase your mulligans for those not so glorious shots and to be eligible for numerous door prizes! Cost per team is $200 which includes round of golf with cart and lunch. Cash prizes will be awarded for first place ($400), second place ($200) and third place ($100). Prizes will also be given for the longest drive and closest to the pin. Golf Ball Drop tickets are also being sold for a chance to win $500 cash! In this event, numbered golf balls are dropped over a hole and the numbered ball that is closest to, or is the first in the hole wins. Tickets are $10 for one ball, $25 for three, or $50 for seven. Sponsorship opportunities for this event are available which include tee box or hole sponsor and door prize donations. For additional information, please feel free to contact Rickey Callahan 768-0158, Aleesta Mitchell 547-8184 or Jennifer Cloud 547-8010. Please remember that all proceeds benefit the Doctors Memorial Hospital Foundation which in turn gives back to Doctors Memorial Hospital to purchase equipment to help better serve our community.

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.

Senior Singles Get-Together Last Friday of each month Eastside Baptist Church, Marianna For more information, call 272-6611.

Trustee Elections Just Around the Corner

I

t’s that time of year again. Ballots and election materials for West Florida Electric Cooperative’s Board of Trustee Elections will be mailed on Thursday, March 26. Each WFEC member’s voting packet will arrive in a large white envelope marked: “Annual Election Materials.” This packet will contain everything you will need to exercise your voting rights as a member-owner of WFEC. Seats on the board in Districts 7, 8 and 9 are up for election this year. 32409001 To be eligible to serve on the Board of Trustees, a candidate must be a member of the cooperative, reside in the respective district and meet certain requirements set forth in WFEC’s bylaws. Some qualifications include the ability to become bonded, capability of receiving e-mails and facsimile transmissions and successfully meeting all the requirements needed to become a National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) Credentialed Cooperative Director within 36 months of being elected.

Trustees serve a three-year term.

Each election packet will include: • A letter from J. Philip Tyler, Certified Public Accountant, LLC, the certified public accounting firm that receives and counts all completed ballots and announces the results to ensure fairness.

• A nominating committee report listing qualified candidates for the Board of Trustees.

• Profiles of each candidate.

• An official ballot.

• An informational booklet containing the official notice of WFEC’s Member Appreciation Day/Annual Meeting, a map showing the meeting’s location and the minutes of the 2014 Annual Meeting.

• A pre-addressed reply envelope.

Ballots are due back by Wednesday, April 15, and should be received no later than 5:00 p.m. Ballots received after this deadline will be declared invalid. Do not deliver your ballot to any WFEC office. Please follow the voting procedures listed in the packet you will receive.

CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE Animal/Livestock Redbone hound puppies, beautiful & big, $250; lots of baby chicks, various breeds, $3 each; 209-0910.

CKC Mini Dachshund puppies, ready March 20, $350; 326-1091.

Quail, flight condition ready; 326-3016.

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

Pheasant & quail, call Archie Jones; 693-1503.

5-year-old Brangus bull, gentle, $3,000; 1-year-old Brangus bulls, $2,000; 836-4665.

Bobwhite quail, beautiful, flight condition, leave message; 956-2963 or 849-7494 or 768-0479, after 4:00 p.m.

McIntosh

Outboard & Small Engine Grand Ridge

Sneads

We buy boats & motors!

Vote for and Re-Elect

Myron Hudson WFEC Board of Trustees District 9

• WFEC Member for 40 years • Past Chipola College Board Trustee • Credentialed Cooperative Director (NRECA) • Charter member of Gideons, Bonifay camp • Retired Educator – Ag. teacher, principal, superintendent • Owner/Operator of local farm • Married to Susan for 38 years, 3 children & 6 grandchildren “As your WFEC board member, I will continue to work diligently to maintain an effective and efficient co-op that will BEST serve all member-owners. Thank you for your vote and support.”

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

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

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

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USPS: 702-990 | ISSN: 1042-7767 | VOL 65, NO 3

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

HUDSON

District 9 / Board Chairman

Joe E.

PATRICK

District 3 / Vice Chairman

David Owen & Sons Tree Services

Prices Normally Run 25% less than other insured competitors Bonded & Fully Insured • Free Estimates

(850) 326-1559

Trim Cut Remove Stump Grinding

Veteran-Owned

               

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

MARCH Alford & Chipley 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.

CBC1257046 backwoodsbuildings@yahoo.com

Spring Specials!

30x36x10

24x36x10

Any Size e Availabl $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 !

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

Ellis

RONE

District 8 / Secretary Treasurer

NICHOLS District 1

Surplus & Salvage of Chipley (850) 638-7353

1600 Hwy. 90 • Chipley, FL 32428

Pole Barn Kits A. C.

Eugene

MILES

ALFORD

District 5

District 2

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

George Clayton

24x24 - $1,699 24x36 - $2,099 24x48 - $2,599 24x60 - $2,999 32x36 - $2,599 32x48 - $3,299 32x60 - $3,999

BUSH

District 6

Strickland Home Builders LLC

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

Painted: $1.89/ft

Rent-All-We have everything you need!

Equipment Rentals, Wedding Rentals, Etc. Septic Tanks & Drain Line Installation & Repair

Custom Homes and Additions Frank E.

Metal Roofing

Contractors, Inc.

District 7

BONDURANT

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

Middlebrooks

Randy

OWENS

Jason Strickland

Certified Contractor

Attorney

Roofing License: RC29027497 Contractor License: CRC1330737

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

Attention Members:

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

Plumbing • Electrical • Dozier • Backhoe • Excavating

Dirt Hauling & Tank Cleaning Residential • Commercial

Ph: (850) 547-3658 Fax: (850) 547-5591

612 W. Hwy. 90 • Bonifay, FL 32425

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

ISSUE MARCH

2015

Read Online www.WestFlorida.coop

VOL

65, NO 3

Make Your Yard Work for You and for Your Co-op (page 10)

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

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

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

Hwy. 77 Bingo, Inc.

INSIDE THIS ISSUE Trustee Elections Just Around the Corner New Water Heater Standards Arrive

...pg. 3 ...pgs. 7-8

Located across the street from Graceville High School

Strategic Planning: The Key to Your Co-op’s Success ...pgs. 13-14

Sessions Start at 7:30 Nightly • Quarter Games Before & After Session • Paper Only - No Machines

Programmable Thermostats = Lower Utility Bills ...pgs. 15-16

Open 7 Days a Week • Must Be 18 Years Old to Play • Stocked Deli 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

Local Classifieds

...pgs. 3-18

Community Calendar

...pgs. 17-18

COVER Photo: Josh Brown, Tree Trimmer