March 2016

CURRENT LIGHT

FLASHES

CURRENT LIGHT

FLASHES

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

Make Your Voice Heard ISSUE MARCH

2016

Read Online www.WestFlorida.coop

VOL

66, NO 3

(page 10)

ADVERTISE IN COLOR!!!

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

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

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

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

www.hwy77bingo.com

INSIDE THIS ISSUE WFEC Board Approves ...pg. 3 Reduction in Rate Components WFEC Announces Change to H2O Plus

...pgs. 6-7

2016 Youth Tour ...pgs. 11-12 Winners & Scholarship Recipients Announced Outage Maps Keep Co-op Members Informed

...pg. 14

Local Classifieds

...pgs. 3-17

Community Calendar ...pgs. 17-18

CANDACE CROFT Communications Specialist BRIAN BUCKALEW Printer/Graphic Designer

WFEC Board of Directors

John C.

Myron

PATRICK

HUDSON

District 3 / Vice President

District 9 / President

Andy Hall 850.557.3368 Sidney Hall 850.569.2021 850.526.8441

Residential • Commercial

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

Over 21 Years Professional Experience 5 Years Labor Warranty • Licensed & Insured

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

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

CBC1257046 backwoodsbuildings@yahoo.com

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

24x48x10 • Installed

$4,295 Joe E.

Ellis

RONE

NICHOLS

District 8 / Secretary-Treasurer

District 1

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 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.

ADAMS District 4

A. C.

George Clayton

District 5

District 6

Frank E.

Randy

BONDURANT

BUSH

Attorney

Russell

DUNAWAY

Executive VP/CEO

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Luke T a

(850) 638-7353

1600 Hwy. 90 • Chipley, FL 32428

Pole Barn Kits

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

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

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

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

Painted: $1.89/ft

Brown Funeral Home 1068 Main Street • Chipley

www.brownfh.net

(850) 638-4010

Owner: Don Brown L.F.D. Ryan Brown L.F.D. Brandon Wilkes L.F.D.

Before, During & After...

We’ll be there in your time of need with the experience and compassion you deserve.

Traditional Services Pre-Planning Services Serving the families in Chipley and the surrounding area since 1966.

2016 Annual Meeting/Member Appreciation Important Dates

www.VOTEBEV.com • (850) 933-6476

District 7

Surplus & Salvage of Chipley

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

OWENS

MILES

s

customgutterworks.com

You can call now and purchase this ad size for ONLY $125.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

John

District 2

f o r Ho l me

(850) 693-4127

ADVERTISE IN 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 !

ALFORD

or

6” Seamless Gutters Call for Estimates

Add $300 for color

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

HALL Roofing, Siding & Building, LLC

Attention Members:

Check us out online!

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FLASHES

USPS: 702-990 | ISSN: 1042-7767 | VOL 66, NO 3

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

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CURRENT LIGHT

The ballots for the 2016 election will be mailed out

ADVERTISE IN COLOR!!!

on Thursday, March 24, and are due back no later than

You can call now and purchase this size ad for ONLY $150.00/month. Reach over 21,000 local residences.

COLOR ads catch more attention!!!

Wednesday, April 13. The 2016 Annual Meeting/Member Appreciation Day will be held on Saturday, April 23.

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

ISSUE MARCH 2016

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

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Beulah Land HEALTH FOODS

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

Fre e

4198B Lafayette St., Marianna • 482-8511

E st

imates

Lee’s Headliners Automotive Headliner Replacement

Austin Lee - Owner & Operator (850) 326-0047 • austin_lee95@yahoo.com

McIntosh

Community Calendar (cont.)

Washington County Heritage Festival - Chipley Saturday, March 19; 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. & Sunday, March 20; 12:00 p.m.

– 4:00 p.m. at Falling Waters State Park Falling Waters State Park & the Washington County Tourist Development Council present the 1st Annual Heritage Festival. In the tradition of Legends & Lore, experience the Real Florida, on an even grander scale.

Live music by True Soul and Ruffwater Band, over 75 displays including demonstrators and crafters. You’ll see blacksmiths, flint knappers, a petting zoo, Civil War Re-enactors, an Indian encampment, antique cars & campers, live alligators, a kids’ zone and more. Many artists will also be on site. Plenty of food and old-fashioned family fun.

Outboard & Small Engine Grand Ridge

Sneads

We buy boats & motors!

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

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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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The Golden Dragon Acrobats’ Cirque Ziva - Marianna Tuesday, March 22; 7:00 p.m. at Chipola Center for the Arts Danny Change and his Golden Dragon Acrobats present “Cirque Ziva”, the newest, unique cirque spectacular showcases traditional Chinese acrobats who dazzle with amazing feats of athleticism, and the grace of their centuries-old art form. Tickets are $25 for adults & $10 for ages 18 and under. For more information, contact the Box Office at 718-2420.

Beyond the Loaf Bread Making Class - Wausau Tuesday, March 22; 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. Wausau Town Hall, 1607 2nd Ave. Learn the basics of making flatbread, crackers, hamburger & hot dog buns, and other non-loaf breads. Registration fee is $5 and includes class materials.

Pre-registration is required by calling the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265 or the Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108.

Sunland Center 2nd Annual “Art in the Park” Show - Marianna Saturday, May 7, 2016; 10:00 a.m. – Noon at Sunland Environmental Park This art show will showcase artwork produced by residents & staff of Sunland in Marianna. For more information call, 482-9281.

Panhandle Watermelon Festival Pageant - Chipley Friday, June 10 & Saturday, June 11; 6:30 p.m. at Washington County Ag Center, 1424 Jackson Ave. The 60th Annual pageant entry fee is $60 with an additional $10 fee for the photogenic competition (limit of one photo per contestant). Proceeds benefit the Panhandle Watermelon Festival. This is an open pageant.

Applications available at Bush Paint & Supply, Cook’s Discount Drug & Washington County Ag-Extension office. For more information, contact Teresa Bush at 263-4744 or 263-3072 or Melissa Miles at 260-4323.

Senior Singles Event Last Friday of each month; 6:00 p.m. at Eastside Baptist Church For more information, 850-272-6611.

WFEC Board Approves Reduction in Rate Components

W

est Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC) is proud to announce a difference in your monthly electric bill caused by a decrease in fuel costs to our power supplier, PowerSouth Energy Cooperative. This reduction in rate components took place in January 2016.

WFEC’s power cost adjustment is changing from -$3.50 to -$8.70. This means that the RUSSELL DUNAWAY average WFEC member will notice a net Executive VP/CEO decrease of about $5.20 on their monthly electric bill. A power cost adjustment is a modification on a member’s monthly electric bill caused by an increase or decrease in the cost of an electric utility’s fuel supply. This cost fluctuates as fuel costs increase or decrease and is adjusted semi-annually. 23613006 At this time, fuel costs are lower than anticipated or projected, so the charge will decrease and these savings will be passed along to WFEC members. As the price of fuel changes, so will this charge.

The average price for 1,000 kWh will decrease from $132.14 to $126.94 per month and remains lower than the investor-owned utilities’ rates in the area. This rate level was last seen eight years ago in 2008.

This reduction is another example of how the Board of Trustees’ decision to utilize PowerSouth as our wholesale power provider has benefited the coop and its members. 75360032 In addition to a drop in fuel prices, WFEC has seen a reduction in twelve employees by attrition in 2015 and expect five more in 2016. Savings generated from this reduction in staff will assist in postponing future rate increases.

Bomann Fencing

Pickwick Window Cleaning

Proudly Serving Bonifay & Surrounding Areas! Commercial Pressure Washing Now Available!!

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

p

Kee

Ryan Pickwick - Owner

Call Today for a FREE Estimate! Satisfaction Guaranteed!

For all your fencing needs call

Licensed & Insured

(850) 726-0509

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

Eugene Alford

FOR SALE Animals/Livestock Bobwhite quail, Georgia Giant, $4 each; 693-5001, Archie.

Basset hounds, female, 7 weeks, shots & wormed, $200; 693-9040, Raymond.

Beautiful Bobwhite quail, flight conditioned, 9 years experience; 849-7494, 768-0479 or 956-2963, leave message.

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

Experience Makes a Difference! Thank You! ISSUE MARCH 2016

(850) 263-9796

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

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Reach over 21,000 local residences.

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

Your WFEC District 2 Trustee

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

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Residential/Commercial/Store Fronts

Agricultural Fencing/Satisfaction Guaranteed

CLASSIFIEDS

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

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

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

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Animals/Livestock (cont.)

2-year-old, reg. Brangus bulls, big & stout, AI sired, low birth weight, easy to handle, semen tested; 9562319, Tom or Vicky Hayford.

Michigan Bobwhite quail eggs, $20 per 100 eggs; 956-2806.

Gold mule, 16 hands, broke to harness & saddle; 209-2698.

HAY

$30/per 4x5’ roll • Barn kept • Net Wrapped

850.258.1246 850.535.1006 Vernon, Florida

Whirlpool electric drop-in stove, black, smooth top, less than 4-yearsold, $295 OBO; 579-2948.

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

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

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

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

850.768.3697 850.768.3114

3433 Pear Tree Lane Bonifay, FL 32425

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

West Florida Turf SOD OD

Jackson Farm Well Services

S Centipede • St. Augustine • 419 Bermuda Centipede Seed

On the FarmDelivered or Installed

Patrick Jackson

Est. 1980

850-592-9530 or 850-573-6623

850-638-4860 • Cellular 415-0385

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

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

100 amp $19995 200 amp $29995

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

Contracting

Blake Martin 850-326-3865

bmartin@southpointcontracting.com website: www.southpointcontracting.com

All Types of Roofing Commercial & Residential Company License Number: RC29027563

License Number: CMC1250499

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

Mobile Home Power Pole

Community Calendar

THANK YOU

Mix It Up! Convenience Mix Class - Chipley Thursday, March 10; 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. New Life Assembly of God, 695 5th St. Learn how to make your own baking mix, one-dish meal mixes and Cream of Whatever Soup mix, plus many others. Registration fee is $5 and includes course materials. Pre-registration is required by contact the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265 or Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108.

Boys Choir of Tallahassee - Marianna Friday, March 11; 7:00 p.m. Chipola Center for the Arts Sponsored by the Chipola Regional Arts Association. Tickets ($10) may be purchased at the Chipola Box Office or online at www.chipola.edu/ boxoffice. For more information, contact the Box Office at 718-2420.

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Reach over 21,000 local residences.

Southpoint

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Finch’s Welding Supply

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Appliances Hardwick Century gas stove, 4 burners, almond color, side storage, clean, 35.5”w x 24.5”d x 44” h, $175; 394-4134.

For Sale

TATUM’S HARDWARE Hwy. 71 Marianna

(850) 482-5513

Ag Sprayers Sprayer Repair Parts Baler Twine

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

1401 N. Waukeshaw Ave. Bonifay, FL 32425

Louie Pettis

(850) 547-0075 (850) 516-1227 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

The family of H.T. (Buddy) Cook would like to thank all of our family & friends for the visits, prayers and support during his stay in the hospital. Thank you also for the prayers, visits, food, flowers and support through our time of loss.

He will always be in our hearts. God bless you all.

Little Miss & Miss Graceville Pageants - Graceville Saturday, March 12 Graceville Woman’s Club is sponsoring these pageants, open to all young ladies at least 17 years of age and not over 21 as of October 8, 2016 (for Miss pageant) and Little Miss contestants must be 6 years of age but not older than 8 years old by October 8, 2016. Contestants should have a permanent Graceville address or currently attend Graceville High School or Graceville Elementary School. Entry fee is $50 for both pageants and the entry deadline is March 4. Applications are available at GES, GHS, Cook Discount Drugs, GG’s Restaurant, Graceville City Hall or any Woman’s Club member. Please contact Annie Kohn, pageant coordinator at 3604048; Linda Wheatley at 638-6763 for additional info. Winners of both pageant may be eligible to compete in the NPF pageants with monetary help from the Woman’s Club.

FSlanders ’ &V C ew

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enter

Scissor Sharpening & All Kirby Parts & Supplies

Hours: M-F: 9-5; Sat: 9-12 Call for Appointment

(850) 674-1515 (850) 526-1515 (cell) 18526 State Rd. 20W, Blountstown

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

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

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Reach over 21,000 local residences.

Call (850) 263-3231 and ask for Candace or Brian 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 2016

CLF Free Ad Form Please Type or Print Neatly.

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

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

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

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Wanted (cont.)

1001 USES

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

Hunting land, in the Cottondale area, for the 2016-17 season; 7187695.

Portable Buildings, Carports & Garages Mobile Home & RV Supplies

Armondi Roofing, LLC Re-roof Specialist

Shingles • Flat Roofs • Re-Roofs

Please Vote & Re-elect

John Clayton Patrick

for WFEC Trustee, District 3 • Fair - Dependable - Honest • Lifelong Jackson County Resident Serving Members as a Cattle Buyer for Over 30 Years Board Trustee Since 2000

New Roofs & All Types of Repairs

Free Estimates

5 Year Workmanship Warranty Licensed & Insured #CCC1330359

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

4673 HIGHWAY 90 E.

MARIANNA (Across from CVS)

Pd. Pol. Adv. paid for & approved by John Clayton Patrick

(850) 547-2934

AFFORDABLE SEAMLESS GUTTERS

FREE

20-Years Limited Warranty 21 Colors to Choose From

J & S La nd Clearing

RV refrigerator, 6 cubic foot, 3-way Norcold, works great; 543-6043.

NO JOB T OO BIG OR SM ALL!

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

Gary McIntosh

Clark’s Well Drilling & Pump Repair

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

850.592.5451 or 850.482.1669

Jamie Alday

Hometown Bankers serving our hometowns

Men’s Overalls, 5 pairs, $20; 38”x30” men’s dress suits, size large, $35 each; 638-1261, before 8 p.m.

Home/Farm To35 Ferguson tractor, rebuilt engine & lift, good condition, $2,500; dirt scoop, $175; 592-1519.

International 384 tractor, 40 hp diesel, new rear tires, comes w/ Howse bush hog, runs good, lift good; 263-3460, after 6 p.m. weekdays & anytime on weekend.

Debbie Roney Smith

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

LICENSED & INSURED • 850-899-0059

(850) 593-0009

Clothing

Full Time Realtor working the Panhandle of Florida

Bush Well Drilling

Pump Sales & Service • Irrigation Systems • Water Treatment

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

Mulching, Excavation, Land Clearing

Commercial & Residential Use

Since 1969 • Licensed & Insured

Office:

850-263-8064

• Cell:

850-573-1229

• 15 ton 107 ft. boom

Lic# RM0048955

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

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

Marisa Everett, Don Nowell, Sandy Spear, Wesley Whitaker, Debbie Arnold Serving Holmes, Jackson, and Washington Counties www.ffbf.com PAGE 16

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

or monthly rental

(850) 547-3698 • Bonifay

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

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

• Special rates for weekly

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

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

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New & Emergency Patients Welcome

ISSUE MARCH 2016

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

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Home/Farm (cont.)

Barn-kept, Tifton 9 Argentine Bahia, delivery available; 547-5395 or 338-0277.

Countyline rotary mower, 6’, use approximately 5 hours, like new, made by King Kutter, $800; 5485126.

Peanut hay, 4x5 rolls, $35/roll, 5x5 rolls, $40/roll; 557-2538, call anytime.

Backhoe, Cat 416C w/Backhoe Pro trailer, both for $16,500; 579-3991, between 8 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Two Sears lawn & garden tractor/ mowers, hitch, middle buster, turning plow, 1970s models, restorable, collector’s items; 5946664.

Utility trailer, 4x10’, heavy duty, needs tires, metal bed, $200 OBO; 703-1526.

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

850-326-6558

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WFEC Announces Changes to H2O Plus Program

A

fter seven years, changes have come to WFEC’s H20 Plus water heater program. H2O Plus, which began in 2009 as a load management program offering qualifying WFEC members free water heaters and guaranteeing hot water for life has reached a point where it needs to evolve.

Due to the saturation of the market with electric water heaters, their easy availability at local retailers and a reduction of staff at each office, WFEC has determined that it is no longer financially feasible for the cooperative to bear the entire cost of each water heater, maintain a large inventory and promise hot water for life to members who accept the load control device. 26629003 Qualifying members will still be able to acquire a water heater from WFEC and all members who currently fall under the “hot water for life” guarantee will still fall under that category. Here’s how it will work: 1) WFEC will determine which members have previously been promised “hot water for life” and these accounts will be noted. A list of these members will be kept on hand for office employees who work with the H20 Plus program.

2) WFEC will still maintain a small supply of water heaters in each district office. This supply will be used to fulfill the needs of the members who were promised “hot water for life” should they require a new water heater.

3) Members who request assistance with a water heater will be given the requirements for water heaters that qualify for WFEC’s new H20 Plus rebate program.

4) Members may elect to purchase their water heater from local retailers, or from WFEC. After its purchase, the member will have the water heater installed and provide WFEC with a copy of their receipt of purchase. WFEC will then arrange for a contractor to install the load control device on the water heater. Once this device is installed, the member will be provided with a $75 rebate as a credit on their electric bill on any water heater over 50 gallons.

5) Members who purchase their water heater from a local retailer must provide a receipt which shows the name of the store, size of the unit, model and serial number, the energy factor and the total amount paid.

6) Should the member elect to purchase their new water heater from the cooperative, the member will purchase and collect their water heater from any WFEC district office. WFEC will stock 50 gallon water heaters at a cost of $375 each. The member is responsible for having the water heater installed and notifying WFEC of the CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

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.

Brown

Pump Repair

638-9355 or 638-7739 Gibbs Concrete

Gate-Way Security Systems

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

Residential or farm applications available.

Installation, Sales, Service & Accessories Call your area GTO dealer for a quote today!

Morris Earnest 850.849.6199 LiftMaster • GTO • Mighty Mule For more information please visit- www.a1-gates.com

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

Vehicles (cont.)

2015 Mazda CX-5, 50,000 miles, seats 5, loaded, $18,000; 258-2952.

1995 Ford pickup; 956-2796, ask for James.

WANTED Reliable vehicle, family of 6 in desperate need, must be cheap, free or able to take payments; 548-4729.

Horses; ponies; mules; 592-2494.

One gallon plastic nursery pots, reasonable price; 592-8769.

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

Large goats; 209-2698.

Washing machine, Ponce De Leon area; 401-8291.

Licensed & Insured gibbsconcrete.com

(850) 557-0753

A & W Excavations Owner/Operator: Wesley Griffin

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

850.557.1966 ISSUE MARCH 2016

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

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

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

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

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Recreational Vehicles 2013 16’ Pondtoon aluminum boat, 25 Yamaha, electric anchors, top console, steering, trolling motor trailer, $8,000; 547-4902.

Outage Maps Keep Co-op Members Informed

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o-ops across the country are using a powerful tool to aid in power restoration and keep you informed during outages. Outage maps are just what they sound like: a graphical representation of an outage displayed on a map of your electric co-op’s service area. WFEC’s map shows where the outage is occurring, the number of members without Three-wheel motorized electric power and if a crew is on site or has been dispatched to the area. bike, for adult, $1,150 OBO; 215 Maintaining an accurate outage map starts with the devices on the co-op’s 5212. lines that can report their status to the cooperative. These include a growing number of switches and individual meters. By “report their status,” we Triton 17’ bass boat, 60 hp, fourmean they can report if they have been tripped or if there is power at the stroke, great shape, one owner, meter. This data flows back over the power lines to a computer at the co-op. three aerated live wells, sheltered There it is analyzed, and the results are presented to co-op employees for since new; 263-3460, after 6 p.m. action. 75037001 weekdays & anytime on weekends.

For example, if something causes a fault in the lines that blows a fuse or trips a circuit breakers, the cause could be a gust of wind dropping a branch 2004 Trail Cruiser by R-Vision 26’ on a line, a furry critter deciding the brush around the transformer looks travel trailer, slide out, sleeps 6, like dinner or a car hitting a pole. Regardless of the cause, the power is now $4,500 OBO; 528-2719. out to a number of members.

The piece of equipment nearest the fault signals that it cannot see anything down the line or that it has tripped. A program now runs to 1994 Honda Aspencade M/C, garage kept, low mileage, new tires, determine the extent of the damage. It looks at other devices to determine where the flow of power stops. Once it has completed its detective work, excellent condition, $4,800; 769a map is generated to show the extent of the outage. Co-op employees can 0790. also operate the program rather than waiting for the computer.

1993 burgundy Honda Goldwing, for Because of the power of the information contained in these maps, co-ops are making them available online. Members can use the map rather than sale by owner; 209-2105, no texts waiting to speak to a co-op representative about their power outage. They please, ask for Glen. can check to see if their power is out or back on – all with the click of a button!

Many people may wonder how to access the Internet if their power is out.

Vehicles One way is using your smart phone or cell-enabled tablet. Another is to ask a friend or family member who has power to check for you. You could also 2011 Buick Enclave, diamond head to a place with power and Internet, like a library or restaurant. There white, 44,340 miles, tan leather are many ways you can access this information during an outage and keep interior, CXL package, loaded, yourself informed on the status. power lift gate, one local owner, Knowledge is power, and when it comes to outages, knowledge is also a clean Car Fax, $25,295; 526-0342. comfort because it can tell you when the lights are coming back on. With this knowledge, you can take any steps necessary to protect your family and your property. Outage maps are a great example of how co-ops work to keep their members informed about their service. 52379001 WFEC provides outage information as part of our ongoing efforts to provide the highest quality of service at the lowest possible cost. This is just another benefit of being a co-op member. Here’s a link where you can access WFEC’s outage map the next time there is an outage: www. westflorida.coop/outage_map. The co-op also provides a link to this map on its Facebook page at www.facebook.com/wfeca.

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installation. Once the load control device has been installed on the water heater, the member’s electric account will be credited $75.

Members may also elect to finance the cost of the water heater ($375) plus tax at the current interest rate applicable to appliances for a maximum of 12 months. The co-op will require written contracts to be completed prior to financing at an annual percentage rate of 11 percent. Finance charges will be included on the member’s monthly electric bill. Any payment made by the member for the water heater to WFEC will not convey to the member any rights of ownership and the full amount is due to the cooperative immediately upon the termination of electric service.

Financing the water heater for 12 months will result in a monthly payment of $35.46 to the cooperative. 61272003 WFEC will continue to use contractors to install load control devices and provide service to those members who have been promised “hot water for life.”

Kubota RTV-X1120D America’s best-selling diesel utility vehicle.*

Home/Farm (cont.)

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

4x8 trailer, tilt bed, $250; 8495521.

Miscellaneous Troy-Bilt XP series automatic start generator, 2014 model, 7,000 watts, 10,500 starting watts, Briggs & Stratton 2100 engine series, used very little, $750; 547-2459.

Kid’s tree house, 8’ w/4’ porch, red metal roof, 2 slides, one tube, glass windows & 2 swings $1,000 firm; 592-3766.

Old boat trailer, $75, you haul; 6380080, only serious inquiries.

White bird cage, never used, 5’ high by 1 3/4’ wide, good for cockatiel, very pretty, $110; 638-8109, Chipley.

• Powerful 3-cylinder 24.8 HP Kubota diesel engine • VHT-X transmission boosts performance and durability • Heavy-duty front suspension and Extra Duty Independent Rear Suspension

• Available in Kubota orange or Realtree AP® camouflage • Standard hydraulic bed lift • Well-placed controls and obstacle-free leg room provides operator comfort

Teton RI crossbow w/scope, 8 carbon steel-tip and blunt heads, many extras, $300 OBO; 693-5522.

We are Kubota.

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www.kubota.com   

ISSUE MARCH 2016

Hill’s Tree Service

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

593-4455

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

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Miscellaneous (cont.)

Quick Track QTR10 dog tracking system, 4 collars & case for all, $350; 762-8184, leave message.

Hospital bed, XL air mattress; 8716877.

Sunquest 24RS tanning bed w/ booster, like new, $800; 956-4334.

Elect

Shedrick McGriff WFEC District 3 Trustee

Panhandle Pump Repair & Filtration Service 40 Years Experience License #2252

Owner

• Humble • Integrity • Trustworthy

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

3024 Firefly Lane Vernon, FL 32462

Paid Pol. Adv. Paid for & Approved by Shedrick McGriff

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27 acres of pine straw for harvest; 658-2980.

CURRY FARMS

Cla

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Dozer & Excavation Work Westville, Florida (New Hope)

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

Multiple Listings

Thirty acres, Dunaway Road in Bascom, 2BR furnished mobile home, well/septic, barn, tractor, $120,000 firm; 863-965-7884.

Poulan Pro 18” chainsaw, extra blade, case, only used once, $175; Muskovy ducks, male & female, $10 each; 70 gallon propane tank, $35; 579-4730.

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

Radial drill press; paint booth/ dismantled; 60’ pintle hitch trailer; 800 amp welder; new 12’ 3-basin stainless sink; 547-1777.

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

Used power pole, 200 amp; used tin; Leer full-size pickup camper, red top; pole barn, to be moved; 2092698.

GLEN SCOTT

STUMP GRINDINg

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

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

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Best Service Lic. #RA0067127

(850) 209-2105

Fred O’Neal II

Lucas N. Taylor, P.A.

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

Marianna, Florida

• • • • •

Attorney at Law Estate Planning Probate Real Estate Guardianships Personal Injury

(850) 547-7301

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

ALDAY’S Bobcat & Tree Service Josh Alday

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

(850) 209-2501 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Best Prices

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

O’Neal’s Dozer Service, Inc.

You can call now and purchase this ad size for ONLY $98.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

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Corner lot, Compass Lake in the Hills, 340’ deep well, service pole, $15,000; 726-7014.

What’s in YOUR Water?

John White

Real Estate (cont.)

ISSUE MARCH 2016

122B South Waukesha Street • Bonifay, FL 32425

A Company Based on Honesty & Performance

Stacey Alday

Owner/Operator (850) 557-7290

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

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

Timber Company

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

Email: alfredllong@hotmail.com

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Real Estate (cont.)

40 acres, NW of Sneads, 1/3 Bermuda grass, 2/3 cypress & pine forest, great for quail, dove, turkey & deer hunting; $2,200/acre; 5936143.

Used lumber; windows; gas heaters; mason jars; bathroom vanities; shutters; bi-fold doors; trusses; sky lights; trolling motor; 209-9589.

God Bless you all,

Ellis Nichols

3BR/2BA home in Chattahoochee, over 2,000 square feet, 2 city lots, quiet neighborhood, finished attic, $70,000; 593-6498, Kenny Brown.

F U L LY I N S U R E D

Great Rate Tree Service, LLC

Multiple Listings (cont.)

Thank you WFEC Members for your continued trust in me as your District 1 Trustee

2016 Youth Tour Scholarship winners (pictured with John Patrick, WFEC District 3 Trustee) (l-r): Emilee Crawford, Holmes County; Hillary Oliver, Jackson County; Lauren Kinman, Washington County and Seth Alday, Calhoun County (not pictured). Also not pictured, Eugene Alford, WFEC District 2 Trustee.

• TREE REMOVAL • SMALL TRACK HARVESTING CHIPPER • PRUNING & TRIMMING • AERIAL TRUCK

Paid Pol. Adv. Paid for & Approved by Ellis Nichols

• F R E E E S T I M AT E S

A Cut Above

TREE SERVICE

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

Utility trailer, 4’x8’, with hitch, $400; 2000 RAM 1500 truck, club cab, automatic, 2WD, 169,000 miles, runs great, $3,000; 259-0443.

Square bale annual peanut hay; grain fed beef; 263-3427.

Corn picker, $1,500 OBO; paddle boat, like new, $200; 481-2960.

LLC

Licensed & Insured

BUS: (850)415-1217

CELL: (850)573-1270

Adam Williams, Owner/Operator

(850) 638-0790

Hazardous Tree Removal Aerial Bucket Work Stump Grinding/Removal Trimming/Pruning Bobcat Work Small Tract Land Clearing

Fax: (850) 638-8069

Surveying/GIS/Utilities

ENERGY EFFICIENT

LIGHTING

With new energy efficient lighting standards come new kinds of light bulbs and more choices than ever. Newer bulbs, like halogen, CFL and LED, last longer and use less energy than standard incandescent bulbs, saving you money on your energy bill.

Serving Holmes, Jackson & Washington Counties

(850) 768-1734

• 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

SURVEYOR

Florida Licensed Surveyor since 1969

Roger Lonsway

The WFEC 2016 Youth Tour participants were: (l-r) Emilee Crawford, Holmes County High School; Citlali Gutierrez, Blountstown High School; Lauren Kinman, Chipley High School; Hillary Oliver, Sneads High School; Kellie Coatney, Poplar Springs School; Case Birge, Graceville High School; Kira Taylor, Malone School; Brad Vickery, Cottondale High School and Seth Alday, Altha School.

Home Office: 638-7412

Mobile: 260-5438

OLEN BARFIELD Have Sawmill, Will Travel

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

638-7105

Additions • Repairs Remodels

Bush Paint & Supply

Window Replacements

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

Lic#: RR282811643 Owner Chris Krauser

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(850) 260-9019

263-4744 • 971 6th Ave., Graceville

(850) 263-4786

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

ISSUE MARCH 2016

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

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Multiple Listings (cont.)

1981 Fleetwood Luxury diesel Cadillac, good condition, 127,200 actual miles, one owner, $2,900; hospital bed, electric, like new, mattress, $250; 569-2697.

Make Your Voice Heard Trustee elections are 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 24.

20 acres, $3,000/acre; old claw foot Each WFEC member’s voting packet bathtub, $200; double sink, $100; will arrive in a large white envelope 569-2906. marked: “Annual Election Materials.”

This packet will contain everything 3-horse slant trailer; gentle trail you will need to exercise your voting horse; barrel horse; barrel, pleasure, rights as a member-owner of WFEC. roping saddles; tack; 2 coon dogs; Seats on the board in Districts 1, 2 aluminum dog box; 592-2494. and 3 are up for election this year.

To be eligible to serve on the Coastal hay, 5x5 roll, excellent Board of Trustees, a candidate must be a member of the cooperative, quality, covered, not been wet; reside in the respective district and meet certain requirements set forth in canopy top for a John Deere TS WFEC’s bylaws. Some qualifications include the ability to become bonded, side-by-side, $150; 592-4798. capability of receiving emails and facsimile transmissions and successfully New 31-1050-15 mud terrain tires, meeting all the requirements needed to become a National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) Credentialed Cooperative Director $518; new 245-65-17 all terrain within 36 months of being elected. Trustees serve a three-year term. tires, $618; new 285-70-17 mud terrain tires, $688; 638-2999.

Each election packet will include: • A letter from J. Philip Tyler, Certified Public Accountant, LLC, the certified public accounting firm that receive and count all completed Brock’s Equipment Service ballots and announce the results to ensure fairness.

• A nominating committee report listing qualified candidates for the Cottondale • (850) 579-4863 Board of Trustees.

Cell • (850) 573-1863 • Profiles of each candidate.

Excavator, Dozer • An official ballot. & Dump Truck Service • An informational booklet containing the official notice of WFEC’s Land Clearing, Pond Building, Demolition, Site Preparation, Member Appreciation Day/Annual Meeting, a map showing the Ditch Work, Tree & Debris meeting’s location and the minutes of the 2014 Annual Meeting.

Removal, Sand & Top Soil • A pre-addressed reply envelope.

GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE Xtreme Southern Kustomizing

Ballots are due back by Wednesday, April 13, and should be received no later than 5:00 p.m. Ballots received after this deadline will be declared invalid. Do not delivery your ballot to any WFEC office. Please follow the voting procedures listed in the packet you will receive.

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

Woodham Rd., Graceville, FL

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CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

2016 Youth Tour and Scholarship Recipients Announced

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hipley High School junior, Lauren Kinman and Altha School junior, Seth Alday were named West Florida Electric’s Youth Tour competition winners on Thursday, March 3. Hillary Oliver of Sneads was named the alternate.

These students will represent WFEC on the National Rural Electric Youth Tour June 11-16, traveling to Washington, D.C. with over 30 other Florida students to join over 1,500 high school juniors representing co-ops from across the country.

Nine area students participated in the local Youth Tour trip to Tallahassee. They were: Seth Alday, Altha School; Citlali Gutierrez, Blountstown High School; Lauren Kinman, Chipley High School; Brad Vickery, Cottondale High School; Case Birge, Graceville High School; Emilee Crawford, Holmes County High School; Yakira Taylor, Malone School; Kellie Coatney, Poplar Springs School and Hillary Oliver, Sneads High School.

This year, the cooperative’s Board of Trustees created a scholarship program linked to Youth Tour participation. Each year, a scholarship of $4,000 to Chipola College will be awarded to the highest scoring participant from each county. Participants are ranked on a scale of 100 points using a panel interview process and the following categories: Communication Skills, Knowledge of Subject, Personality, Community Service and Poise/Appearance. Those scholarship recipients were: Seth Alday, Calhoun County; Lauren Kinman, Washington County; Emilee Crawford, Holmes County and Hillary Oliver, Jackson County.

The Washington, D.C. Youth Tour Program has been in existence since 1957 when co-ops sent students to Washington, D.C. to work during the summer. By 1964, the program caught on, and the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) began to coordinate the efforts of the co-ops. Since then, thousands of young people have experienced this opportunity. For more information about the Youth Tour and the new scholarship program linked to it, please visit the co-op’s web site at www. westflorida.coop or contact Candace Croft at ccroft@westflorida.coop.

Real Estate 2BR/2-1/2BA house, FSBO, Lake Seminole, fully furnished, gameroom w/pool table, fireplace, outbuilding, fenced, boat dock w/ lifts, by appointment, $180,000/ OBO; 334-652-2408.

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

Very nice 2BR/2BA, pristine lake, landscaped, metal roof, new central heat/air, fireplace, fenced, screened porch, car ports, paved; 813-2057740.

Country living at its finest, great income property, 3 permitted structures including houses, 3BR/2BA & 2BR/1.5BA on 8.1 acres, $195,900; 415-6750 or labs99999@bellsouth.net.

3BR/2BA home, Silver Lake, use 3.14 acres, new well, 20x30 shed, built in 2003, .2 miles from Marianna, lots of flowers, $84,000; 579-7970.

11 acres on Donald Road in Sneads, paved road, 1/2 woods, pecans, oaks, pines, 1/2 field, private, S48,000; 593-1236, leave message.

Southern Paving Mark Kriser, Owner

2016 Youth Tour Participants & Board: (l-r) Kira Taylor; Emilee Crawford; Joe Rone, District 8 Trustee; Lauren Kinman; John Adams, District 4 Trustee; Case Birge; Ellis Nichols, District 1 Trustee; George Clayton Owens, District 6 Trustee; John Patrick, District 3 Trustee; Myron Hudson, District 9 Trustee; Hillary Oliver and Citlali Gutierrez. Not pictured are Seth Alday; Brad Vickery, Kellie Coatney; Eugene Alford, District 2 Trustee; A.C. Miles, District 5 Trustee and Randy Bush, District 7 Trustee.

ISSUE MARCH 2016

Make Your Life a Little Smoother

(850) 527-1964

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

Paving • Driveways • Parking Lots Asphault Repairs Markkriser@yahoo.com

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Multiple Listings (cont.)

1981 Fleetwood Luxury diesel Cadillac, good condition, 127,200 actual miles, one owner, $2,900; hospital bed, electric, like new, mattress, $250; 569-2697.

Make Your Voice Heard Trustee elections are 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 24.

20 acres, $3,000/acre; old claw foot Each WFEC member’s voting packet bathtub, $200; double sink, $100; will arrive in a large white envelope 569-2906. marked: “Annual Election Materials.”

This packet will contain everything 3-horse slant trailer; gentle trail you will need to exercise your voting horse; barrel horse; barrel, pleasure, rights as a member-owner of WFEC. roping saddles; tack; 2 coon dogs; Seats on the board in Districts 1, 2 aluminum dog box; 592-2494. and 3 are up for election this year.

To be eligible to serve on the Coastal hay, 5x5 roll, excellent Board of Trustees, a candidate must be a member of the cooperative, quality, covered, not been wet; reside in the respective district and meet certain requirements set forth in canopy top for a John Deere TS WFEC’s bylaws. Some qualifications include the ability to become bonded, side-by-side, $150; 592-4798. capability of receiving emails and facsimile transmissions and successfully New 31-1050-15 mud terrain tires, meeting all the requirements needed to become a National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) Credentialed Cooperative Director $518; new 245-65-17 all terrain within 36 months of being elected. Trustees serve a three-year term. tires, $618; new 285-70-17 mud terrain tires, $688; 638-2999.

Each election packet will include: • A letter from J. Philip Tyler, Certified Public Accountant, LLC, the certified public accounting firm that receive and count all completed Brock’s Equipment Service ballots and announce the results to ensure fairness.

• A nominating committee report listing qualified candidates for the Cottondale • (850) 579-4863 Board of Trustees.

Cell • (850) 573-1863 • Profiles of each candidate.

Excavator, Dozer • An official ballot. & Dump Truck Service • An informational booklet containing the official notice of WFEC’s Land Clearing, Pond Building, Demolition, Site Preparation, Member Appreciation Day/Annual Meeting, a map showing the Ditch Work, Tree & Debris meeting’s location and the minutes of the 2014 Annual Meeting.

Removal, Sand & Top Soil • A pre-addressed reply envelope.

GOLF CART SALES & SERVICE Xtreme Southern Kustomizing

Ballots are due back by Wednesday, April 13, and should be received no later than 5:00 p.m. Ballots received after this deadline will be declared invalid. Do not delivery your ballot to any WFEC office. Please follow the voting procedures listed in the packet you will receive.

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

Woodham Rd., Graceville, FL

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CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

2016 Youth Tour and Scholarship Recipients Announced

C

hipley High School junior, Lauren Kinman and Altha School junior, Seth Alday were named West Florida Electric’s Youth Tour competition winners on Thursday, March 3. Hillary Oliver of Sneads was named the alternate.

These students will represent WFEC on the National Rural Electric Youth Tour June 11-16, traveling to Washington, D.C. with over 30 other Florida students to join over 1,500 high school juniors representing co-ops from across the country.

Nine area students participated in the local Youth Tour trip to Tallahassee. They were: Seth Alday, Altha School; Citlali Gutierrez, Blountstown High School; Lauren Kinman, Chipley High School; Brad Vickery, Cottondale High School; Case Birge, Graceville High School; Emilee Crawford, Holmes County High School; Yakira Taylor, Malone School; Kellie Coatney, Poplar Springs School and Hillary Oliver, Sneads High School.

This year, the cooperative’s Board of Trustees created a scholarship program linked to Youth Tour participation. Each year, a scholarship of $4,000 to Chipola College will be awarded to the highest scoring participant from each county. Participants are ranked on a scale of 100 points using a panel interview process and the following categories: Communication Skills, Knowledge of Subject, Personality, Community Service and Poise/Appearance. Those scholarship recipients were: Seth Alday, Calhoun County; Lauren Kinman, Washington County; Emilee Crawford, Holmes County and Hillary Oliver, Jackson County.

The Washington, D.C. Youth Tour Program has been in existence since 1957 when co-ops sent students to Washington, D.C. to work during the summer. By 1964, the program caught on, and the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) began to coordinate the efforts of the co-ops. Since then, thousands of young people have experienced this opportunity. For more information about the Youth Tour and the new scholarship program linked to it, please visit the co-op’s web site at www. westflorida.coop or contact Candace Croft at ccroft@westflorida.coop.

Real Estate 2BR/2-1/2BA house, FSBO, Lake Seminole, fully furnished, gameroom w/pool table, fireplace, outbuilding, fenced, boat dock w/ lifts, by appointment, $180,000/ OBO; 334-652-2408.

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

Very nice 2BR/2BA, pristine lake, landscaped, metal roof, new central heat/air, fireplace, fenced, screened porch, car ports, paved; 813-2057740.

Country living at its finest, great income property, 3 permitted structures including houses, 3BR/2BA & 2BR/1.5BA on 8.1 acres, $195,900; 415-6750 or labs99999@bellsouth.net.

3BR/2BA home, Silver Lake, use 3.14 acres, new well, 20x30 shed, built in 2003, .2 miles from Marianna, lots of flowers, $84,000; 579-7970.

11 acres on Donald Road in Sneads, paved road, 1/2 woods, pecans, oaks, pines, 1/2 field, private, S48,000; 593-1236, leave message.

Southern Paving Mark Kriser, Owner

2016 Youth Tour Participants & Board: (l-r) Kira Taylor; Emilee Crawford; Joe Rone, District 8 Trustee; Lauren Kinman; John Adams, District 4 Trustee; Case Birge; Ellis Nichols, District 1 Trustee; George Clayton Owens, District 6 Trustee; John Patrick, District 3 Trustee; Myron Hudson, District 9 Trustee; Hillary Oliver and Citlali Gutierrez. Not pictured are Seth Alday; Brad Vickery, Kellie Coatney; Eugene Alford, District 2 Trustee; A.C. Miles, District 5 Trustee and Randy Bush, District 7 Trustee.

ISSUE MARCH 2016

Make Your Life a Little Smoother

(850) 527-1964

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

Paving • Driveways • Parking Lots Asphault Repairs Markkriser@yahoo.com

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Real Estate (cont.)

40 acres, NW of Sneads, 1/3 Bermuda grass, 2/3 cypress & pine forest, great for quail, dove, turkey & deer hunting; $2,200/acre; 5936143.

Used lumber; windows; gas heaters; mason jars; bathroom vanities; shutters; bi-fold doors; trusses; sky lights; trolling motor; 209-9589.

God Bless you all,

Ellis Nichols

3BR/2BA home in Chattahoochee, over 2,000 square feet, 2 city lots, quiet neighborhood, finished attic, $70,000; 593-6498, Kenny Brown.

F U L LY I N S U R E D

Great Rate Tree Service, LLC

Multiple Listings (cont.)

Thank you WFEC Members for your continued trust in me as your District 1 Trustee

2016 Youth Tour Scholarship winners (pictured with John Patrick, WFEC District 3 Trustee) (l-r): Emilee Crawford, Holmes County; Hillary Oliver, Jackson County; Lauren Kinman, Washington County and Seth Alday, Calhoun County (not pictured). Also not pictured, Eugene Alford, WFEC District 2 Trustee.

• TREE REMOVAL • SMALL TRACK HARVESTING CHIPPER • PRUNING & TRIMMING • AERIAL TRUCK

Paid Pol. Adv. Paid for & Approved by Ellis Nichols

• F R E E E S T I M AT E S

A Cut Above

TREE SERVICE

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

Utility trailer, 4’x8’, with hitch, $400; 2000 RAM 1500 truck, club cab, automatic, 2WD, 169,000 miles, runs great, $3,000; 259-0443.

Square bale annual peanut hay; grain fed beef; 263-3427.

Corn picker, $1,500 OBO; paddle boat, like new, $200; 481-2960.

LLC

Licensed & Insured

BUS: (850)415-1217

CELL: (850)573-1270

Adam Williams, Owner/Operator

(850) 638-0790

Hazardous Tree Removal Aerial Bucket Work Stump Grinding/Removal Trimming/Pruning Bobcat Work Small Tract Land Clearing

Fax: (850) 638-8069

Surveying/GIS/Utilities

ENERGY EFFICIENT

LIGHTING

With new energy efficient lighting standards come new kinds of light bulbs and more choices than ever. Newer bulbs, like halogen, CFL and LED, last longer and use less energy than standard incandescent bulbs, saving you money on your energy bill.

Serving Holmes, Jackson & Washington Counties

(850) 768-1734

• 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

SURVEYOR

Florida Licensed Surveyor since 1969

Roger Lonsway

The WFEC 2016 Youth Tour participants were: (l-r) Emilee Crawford, Holmes County High School; Citlali Gutierrez, Blountstown High School; Lauren Kinman, Chipley High School; Hillary Oliver, Sneads High School; Kellie Coatney, Poplar Springs School; Case Birge, Graceville High School; Kira Taylor, Malone School; Brad Vickery, Cottondale High School and Seth Alday, Altha School.

Home Office: 638-7412

Mobile: 260-5438

OLEN BARFIELD Have Sawmill, Will Travel

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

638-7105

Additions • Repairs Remodels

Bush Paint & Supply

Window Replacements

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

Lic#: RR282811643 Owner Chris Krauser

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(850) 260-9019

263-4744 • 971 6th Ave., Graceville

(850) 263-4786

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

ISSUE MARCH 2016

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

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Miscellaneous (cont.)

Quick Track QTR10 dog tracking system, 4 collars & case for all, $350; 762-8184, leave message.

Hospital bed, XL air mattress; 8716877.

Sunquest 24RS tanning bed w/ booster, like new, $800; 956-4334.

Elect

Shedrick McGriff WFEC District 3 Trustee

Panhandle Pump Repair & Filtration Service 40 Years Experience License #2252

Owner

• Humble • Integrity • Trustworthy

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

3024 Firefly Lane Vernon, FL 32462

Paid Pol. Adv. Paid for & Approved by Shedrick McGriff

nd Sa

27 acres of pine straw for harvest; 658-2980.

CURRY FARMS

Cla

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Dozer & Excavation Work Westville, Florida (New Hope)

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

Multiple Listings

Thirty acres, Dunaway Road in Bascom, 2BR furnished mobile home, well/septic, barn, tractor, $120,000 firm; 863-965-7884.

Poulan Pro 18” chainsaw, extra blade, case, only used once, $175; Muskovy ducks, male & female, $10 each; 70 gallon propane tank, $35; 579-4730.

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

Radial drill press; paint booth/ dismantled; 60’ pintle hitch trailer; 800 amp welder; new 12’ 3-basin stainless sink; 547-1777.

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

Used power pole, 200 amp; used tin; Leer full-size pickup camper, red top; pole barn, to be moved; 2092698.

GLEN SCOTT

STUMP GRINDINg

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

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

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Best Service Lic. #RA0067127

(850) 209-2105

Fred O’Neal II

Lucas N. Taylor, P.A.

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

Marianna, Florida

• • • • •

Attorney at Law Estate Planning Probate Real Estate Guardianships Personal Injury

(850) 547-7301

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

ALDAY’S Bobcat & Tree Service Josh Alday

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

(850) 209-2501 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Best Prices

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

O’Neal’s Dozer Service, Inc.

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Reach over 21,000 local residences.

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Corner lot, Compass Lake in the Hills, 340’ deep well, service pole, $15,000; 726-7014.

What’s in YOUR Water?

John White

Real Estate (cont.)

ISSUE MARCH 2016

122B South Waukesha Street • Bonifay, FL 32425

A Company Based on Honesty & Performance

Stacey Alday

Owner/Operator (850) 557-7290

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

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

Timber Company

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

Email: alfredllong@hotmail.com

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Recreational Vehicles 2013 16’ Pondtoon aluminum boat, 25 Yamaha, electric anchors, top console, steering, trolling motor trailer, $8,000; 547-4902.

Outage Maps Keep Co-op Members Informed

C

o-ops across the country are using a powerful tool to aid in power restoration and keep you informed during outages. Outage maps are just what they sound like: a graphical representation of an outage displayed on a map of your electric co-op’s service area. WFEC’s map shows where the outage is occurring, the number of members without Three-wheel motorized electric power and if a crew is on site or has been dispatched to the area. bike, for adult, $1,150 OBO; 215 Maintaining an accurate outage map starts with the devices on the co-op’s 5212. lines that can report their status to the cooperative. These include a growing number of switches and individual meters. By “report their status,” we Triton 17’ bass boat, 60 hp, fourmean they can report if they have been tripped or if there is power at the stroke, great shape, one owner, meter. This data flows back over the power lines to a computer at the co-op. three aerated live wells, sheltered There it is analyzed, and the results are presented to co-op employees for since new; 263-3460, after 6 p.m. action. 75037001 weekdays & anytime on weekends.

For example, if something causes a fault in the lines that blows a fuse or trips a circuit breakers, the cause could be a gust of wind dropping a branch 2004 Trail Cruiser by R-Vision 26’ on a line, a furry critter deciding the brush around the transformer looks travel trailer, slide out, sleeps 6, like dinner or a car hitting a pole. Regardless of the cause, the power is now $4,500 OBO; 528-2719. out to a number of members.

The piece of equipment nearest the fault signals that it cannot see anything down the line or that it has tripped. A program now runs to 1994 Honda Aspencade M/C, garage kept, low mileage, new tires, determine the extent of the damage. It looks at other devices to determine where the flow of power stops. Once it has completed its detective work, excellent condition, $4,800; 769a map is generated to show the extent of the outage. Co-op employees can 0790. also operate the program rather than waiting for the computer.

1993 burgundy Honda Goldwing, for Because of the power of the information contained in these maps, co-ops are making them available online. Members can use the map rather than sale by owner; 209-2105, no texts waiting to speak to a co-op representative about their power outage. They please, ask for Glen. can check to see if their power is out or back on – all with the click of a button!

Many people may wonder how to access the Internet if their power is out.

Vehicles One way is using your smart phone or cell-enabled tablet. Another is to ask a friend or family member who has power to check for you. You could also 2011 Buick Enclave, diamond head to a place with power and Internet, like a library or restaurant. There white, 44,340 miles, tan leather are many ways you can access this information during an outage and keep interior, CXL package, loaded, yourself informed on the status. power lift gate, one local owner, Knowledge is power, and when it comes to outages, knowledge is also a clean Car Fax, $25,295; 526-0342. comfort because it can tell you when the lights are coming back on. With this knowledge, you can take any steps necessary to protect your family and your property. Outage maps are a great example of how co-ops work to keep their members informed about their service. 52379001 WFEC provides outage information as part of our ongoing efforts to provide the highest quality of service at the lowest possible cost. This is just another benefit of being a co-op member. Here’s a link where you can access WFEC’s outage map the next time there is an outage: www. westflorida.coop/outage_map. The co-op also provides a link to this map on its Facebook page at www.facebook.com/wfeca.

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CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

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installation. Once the load control device has been installed on the water heater, the member’s electric account will be credited $75.

Members may also elect to finance the cost of the water heater ($375) plus tax at the current interest rate applicable to appliances for a maximum of 12 months. The co-op will require written contracts to be completed prior to financing at an annual percentage rate of 11 percent. Finance charges will be included on the member’s monthly electric bill. Any payment made by the member for the water heater to WFEC will not convey to the member any rights of ownership and the full amount is due to the cooperative immediately upon the termination of electric service.

Financing the water heater for 12 months will result in a monthly payment of $35.46 to the cooperative. 61272003 WFEC will continue to use contractors to install load control devices and provide service to those members who have been promised “hot water for life.”

Kubota RTV-X1120D America’s best-selling diesel utility vehicle.*

Home/Farm (cont.)

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

4x8 trailer, tilt bed, $250; 8495521.

Miscellaneous Troy-Bilt XP series automatic start generator, 2014 model, 7,000 watts, 10,500 starting watts, Briggs & Stratton 2100 engine series, used very little, $750; 547-2459.

Kid’s tree house, 8’ w/4’ porch, red metal roof, 2 slides, one tube, glass windows & 2 swings $1,000 firm; 592-3766.

Old boat trailer, $75, you haul; 6380080, only serious inquiries.

White bird cage, never used, 5’ high by 1 3/4’ wide, good for cockatiel, very pretty, $110; 638-8109, Chipley.

• Powerful 3-cylinder 24.8 HP Kubota diesel engine • VHT-X transmission boosts performance and durability • Heavy-duty front suspension and Extra Duty Independent Rear Suspension

• Available in Kubota orange or Realtree AP® camouflage • Standard hydraulic bed lift • Well-placed controls and obstacle-free leg room provides operator comfort

Teton RI crossbow w/scope, 8 carbon steel-tip and blunt heads, many extras, $300 OBO; 693-5522.

We are Kubota.

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www.kubota.com   

ISSUE MARCH 2016

Hill’s Tree Service

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

593-4455

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

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Home/Farm (cont.)

Barn-kept, Tifton 9 Argentine Bahia, delivery available; 547-5395 or 338-0277.

Countyline rotary mower, 6’, use approximately 5 hours, like new, made by King Kutter, $800; 5485126.

Peanut hay, 4x5 rolls, $35/roll, 5x5 rolls, $40/roll; 557-2538, call anytime.

Backhoe, Cat 416C w/Backhoe Pro trailer, both for $16,500; 579-3991, between 8 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Two Sears lawn & garden tractor/ mowers, hitch, middle buster, turning plow, 1970s models, restorable, collector’s items; 5946664.

Utility trailer, 4x10’, heavy duty, needs tires, metal bed, $200 OBO; 703-1526.

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

850-326-6558

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

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

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

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WFEC Announces Changes to H2O Plus Program

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fter seven years, changes have come to WFEC’s H20 Plus water heater program. H2O Plus, which began in 2009 as a load management program offering qualifying WFEC members free water heaters and guaranteeing hot water for life has reached a point where it needs to evolve.

Due to the saturation of the market with electric water heaters, their easy availability at local retailers and a reduction of staff at each office, WFEC has determined that it is no longer financially feasible for the cooperative to bear the entire cost of each water heater, maintain a large inventory and promise hot water for life to members who accept the load control device. 26629003 Qualifying members will still be able to acquire a water heater from WFEC and all members who currently fall under the “hot water for life” guarantee will still fall under that category. Here’s how it will work: 1) WFEC will determine which members have previously been promised “hot water for life” and these accounts will be noted. A list of these members will be kept on hand for office employees who work with the H20 Plus program.

2) WFEC will still maintain a small supply of water heaters in each district office. This supply will be used to fulfill the needs of the members who were promised “hot water for life” should they require a new water heater.

3) Members who request assistance with a water heater will be given the requirements for water heaters that qualify for WFEC’s new H20 Plus rebate program.

4) Members may elect to purchase their water heater from local retailers, or from WFEC. After its purchase, the member will have the water heater installed and provide WFEC with a copy of their receipt of purchase. WFEC will then arrange for a contractor to install the load control device on the water heater. Once this device is installed, the member will be provided with a $75 rebate as a credit on their electric bill on any water heater over 50 gallons.

5) Members who purchase their water heater from a local retailer must provide a receipt which shows the name of the store, size of the unit, model and serial number, the energy factor and the total amount paid.

6) Should the member elect to purchase their new water heater from the cooperative, the member will purchase and collect their water heater from any WFEC district office. WFEC will stock 50 gallon water heaters at a cost of $375 each. The member is responsible for having the water heater installed and notifying WFEC of the CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

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.

Brown

Pump Repair

638-9355 or 638-7739 Gibbs Concrete

Gate-Way Security Systems

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

Residential or farm applications available.

Installation, Sales, Service & Accessories Call your area GTO dealer for a quote today!

Morris Earnest 850.849.6199 LiftMaster • GTO • Mighty Mule For more information please visit- www.a1-gates.com

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

Vehicles (cont.)

2015 Mazda CX-5, 50,000 miles, seats 5, loaded, $18,000; 258-2952.

1995 Ford pickup; 956-2796, ask for James.

WANTED Reliable vehicle, family of 6 in desperate need, must be cheap, free or able to take payments; 548-4729.

Horses; ponies; mules; 592-2494.

One gallon plastic nursery pots, reasonable price; 592-8769.

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

Large goats; 209-2698.

Washing machine, Ponce De Leon area; 401-8291.

Licensed & Insured gibbsconcrete.com

(850) 557-0753

A & W Excavations Owner/Operator: Wesley Griffin

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

850.557.1966 ISSUE MARCH 2016

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

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Wanted (cont.)

1001 USES

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

Hunting land, in the Cottondale area, for the 2016-17 season; 7187695.

Portable Buildings, Carports & Garages Mobile Home & RV Supplies

Armondi Roofing, LLC Re-roof Specialist

Shingles • Flat Roofs • Re-Roofs

Please Vote & Re-elect

John Clayton Patrick

for WFEC Trustee, District 3 • Fair - Dependable - Honest • Lifelong Jackson County Resident Serving Members as a Cattle Buyer for Over 30 Years Board Trustee Since 2000

New Roofs & All Types of Repairs

Free Estimates

5 Year Workmanship Warranty Licensed & Insured #CCC1330359

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

4673 HIGHWAY 90 E.

MARIANNA (Across from CVS)

Pd. Pol. Adv. paid for & approved by John Clayton Patrick

(850) 547-2934

AFFORDABLE SEAMLESS GUTTERS

FREE

20-Years Limited Warranty 21 Colors to Choose From

J & S La nd Clearing

RV refrigerator, 6 cubic foot, 3-way Norcold, works great; 543-6043.

NO JOB T OO BIG OR SM ALL!

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

Gary McIntosh

Clark’s Well Drilling & Pump Repair

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

850.592.5451 or 850.482.1669

Jamie Alday

Hometown Bankers serving our hometowns

Men’s Overalls, 5 pairs, $20; 38”x30” men’s dress suits, size large, $35 each; 638-1261, before 8 p.m.

Home/Farm To35 Ferguson tractor, rebuilt engine & lift, good condition, $2,500; dirt scoop, $175; 592-1519.

International 384 tractor, 40 hp diesel, new rear tires, comes w/ Howse bush hog, runs good, lift good; 263-3460, after 6 p.m. weekdays & anytime on weekend.

Debbie Roney Smith

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

LICENSED & INSURED • 850-899-0059

(850) 593-0009

Clothing

Full Time Realtor working the Panhandle of Florida

Bush Well Drilling

Pump Sales & Service • Irrigation Systems • Water Treatment

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

Mulching, Excavation, Land Clearing

Commercial & Residential Use

Since 1969 • Licensed & Insured

Office:

850-263-8064

• Cell:

850-573-1229

• 15 ton 107 ft. boom

Lic# RM0048955

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

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CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

or monthly rental

(850) 547-3698 • Bonifay

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

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

• Special rates for weekly

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

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Reach over 21,000 local residences.

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

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

New & Emergency Patients Welcome

ISSUE MARCH 2016

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Animals/Livestock (cont.)

2-year-old, reg. Brangus bulls, big & stout, AI sired, low birth weight, easy to handle, semen tested; 9562319, Tom or Vicky Hayford.

Michigan Bobwhite quail eggs, $20 per 100 eggs; 956-2806.

Gold mule, 16 hands, broke to harness & saddle; 209-2698.

HAY

$30/per 4x5’ roll • Barn kept • Net Wrapped

850.258.1246 850.535.1006 Vernon, Florida

Whirlpool electric drop-in stove, black, smooth top, less than 4-yearsold, $295 OBO; 579-2948.

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

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

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

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

850.768.3697 850.768.3114

3433 Pear Tree Lane Bonifay, FL 32425

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

West Florida Turf SOD OD

Jackson Farm Well Services

S Centipede • St. Augustine • 419 Bermuda Centipede Seed

On the FarmDelivered or Installed

Patrick Jackson

Est. 1980

850-592-9530 or 850-573-6623

850-638-4860 • Cellular 415-0385

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

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

100 amp $19995 200 amp $29995

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

Contracting

Blake Martin 850-326-3865

bmartin@southpointcontracting.com website: www.southpointcontracting.com

All Types of Roofing Commercial & Residential Company License Number: RC29027563

License Number: CMC1250499

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

Mobile Home Power Pole

Community Calendar

THANK YOU

Mix It Up! Convenience Mix Class - Chipley Thursday, March 10; 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. New Life Assembly of God, 695 5th St. Learn how to make your own baking mix, one-dish meal mixes and Cream of Whatever Soup mix, plus many others. Registration fee is $5 and includes course materials. Pre-registration is required by contact the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265 or Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108.

Boys Choir of Tallahassee - Marianna Friday, March 11; 7:00 p.m. Chipola Center for the Arts Sponsored by the Chipola Regional Arts Association. Tickets ($10) may be purchased at the Chipola Box Office or online at www.chipola.edu/ boxoffice. For more information, contact the Box Office at 718-2420.

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Southpoint

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Finch’s Welding Supply

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Appliances Hardwick Century gas stove, 4 burners, almond color, side storage, clean, 35.5”w x 24.5”d x 44” h, $175; 394-4134.

For Sale

TATUM’S HARDWARE Hwy. 71 Marianna

(850) 482-5513

Ag Sprayers Sprayer Repair Parts Baler Twine

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

1401 N. Waukeshaw Ave. Bonifay, FL 32425

Louie Pettis

(850) 547-0075 (850) 516-1227 CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

The family of H.T. (Buddy) Cook would like to thank all of our family & friends for the visits, prayers and support during his stay in the hospital. Thank you also for the prayers, visits, food, flowers and support through our time of loss.

He will always be in our hearts. God bless you all.

Little Miss & Miss Graceville Pageants - Graceville Saturday, March 12 Graceville Woman’s Club is sponsoring these pageants, open to all young ladies at least 17 years of age and not over 21 as of October 8, 2016 (for Miss pageant) and Little Miss contestants must be 6 years of age but not older than 8 years old by October 8, 2016. Contestants should have a permanent Graceville address or currently attend Graceville High School or Graceville Elementary School. Entry fee is $50 for both pageants and the entry deadline is March 4. Applications are available at GES, GHS, Cook Discount Drugs, GG’s Restaurant, Graceville City Hall or any Woman’s Club member. Please contact Annie Kohn, pageant coordinator at 3604048; Linda Wheatley at 638-6763 for additional info. Winners of both pageant may be eligible to compete in the NPF pageants with monetary help from the Woman’s Club.

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Scissor Sharpening & All Kirby Parts & Supplies

Hours: M-F: 9-5; Sat: 9-12 Call for Appointment

(850) 674-1515 (850) 526-1515 (cell) 18526 State Rd. 20W, Blountstown

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

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

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

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

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

Call (850) 263-3231 and ask for Candace or Brian 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 2016

CLF Free Ad Form Please Type or Print Neatly.

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

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

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1(844)-OUTAGE1

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Community Calendar (cont.)

Washington County Heritage Festival - Chipley Saturday, March 19; 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. & Sunday, March 20; 12:00 p.m.

– 4:00 p.m. at Falling Waters State Park Falling Waters State Park & the Washington County Tourist Development Council present the 1st Annual Heritage Festival. In the tradition of Legends & Lore, experience the Real Florida, on an even grander scale.

Live music by True Soul and Ruffwater Band, over 75 displays including demonstrators and crafters. You’ll see blacksmiths, flint knappers, a petting zoo, Civil War Re-enactors, an Indian encampment, antique cars & campers, live alligators, a kids’ zone and more. Many artists will also be on site. Plenty of food and old-fashioned family fun.

Outboard & Small Engine Grand Ridge

Sneads

We buy boats & motors!

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

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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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The Golden Dragon Acrobats’ Cirque Ziva - Marianna Tuesday, March 22; 7:00 p.m. at Chipola Center for the Arts Danny Change and his Golden Dragon Acrobats present “Cirque Ziva”, the newest, unique cirque spectacular showcases traditional Chinese acrobats who dazzle with amazing feats of athleticism, and the grace of their centuries-old art form. Tickets are $25 for adults & $10 for ages 18 and under. For more information, contact the Box Office at 718-2420.

Beyond the Loaf Bread Making Class - Wausau Tuesday, March 22; 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. Wausau Town Hall, 1607 2nd Ave. Learn the basics of making flatbread, crackers, hamburger & hot dog buns, and other non-loaf breads. Registration fee is $5 and includes class materials.

Pre-registration is required by calling the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265 or the Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108.

Sunland Center 2nd Annual “Art in the Park” Show - Marianna Saturday, May 7, 2016; 10:00 a.m. – Noon at Sunland Environmental Park This art show will showcase artwork produced by residents & staff of Sunland in Marianna. For more information call, 482-9281.

Panhandle Watermelon Festival Pageant - Chipley Friday, June 10 & Saturday, June 11; 6:30 p.m. at Washington County Ag Center, 1424 Jackson Ave. The 60th Annual pageant entry fee is $60 with an additional $10 fee for the photogenic competition (limit of one photo per contestant). Proceeds benefit the Panhandle Watermelon Festival. This is an open pageant.

Applications available at Bush Paint & Supply, Cook’s Discount Drug & Washington County Ag-Extension office. For more information, contact Teresa Bush at 263-4744 or 263-3072 or Melissa Miles at 260-4323.

Senior Singles Event Last Friday of each month; 6:00 p.m. at Eastside Baptist Church For more information, 850-272-6611.

WFEC Board Approves Reduction in Rate Components

W

est Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC) is proud to announce a difference in your monthly electric bill caused by a decrease in fuel costs to our power supplier, PowerSouth Energy Cooperative. This reduction in rate components took place in January 2016.

WFEC’s power cost adjustment is changing from -$3.50 to -$8.70. This means that the RUSSELL DUNAWAY average WFEC member will notice a net Executive VP/CEO decrease of about $5.20 on their monthly electric bill. A power cost adjustment is a modification on a member’s monthly electric bill caused by an increase or decrease in the cost of an electric utility’s fuel supply. This cost fluctuates as fuel costs increase or decrease and is adjusted semi-annually. 23613006 At this time, fuel costs are lower than anticipated or projected, so the charge will decrease and these savings will be passed along to WFEC members. As the price of fuel changes, so will this charge.

The average price for 1,000 kWh will decrease from $132.14 to $126.94 per month and remains lower than the investor-owned utilities’ rates in the area. This rate level was last seen eight years ago in 2008.

This reduction is another example of how the Board of Trustees’ decision to utilize PowerSouth as our wholesale power provider has benefited the coop and its members. 75360032 In addition to a drop in fuel prices, WFEC has seen a reduction in twelve employees by attrition in 2015 and expect five more in 2016. Savings generated from this reduction in staff will assist in postponing future rate increases.

Bomann Fencing

Pickwick Window Cleaning

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Licensed & Insured

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

Eugene Alford

FOR SALE Animals/Livestock Bobwhite quail, Georgia Giant, $4 each; 693-5001, Archie.

Basset hounds, female, 7 weeks, shots & wormed, $200; 693-9040, Raymond.

Beautiful Bobwhite quail, flight conditioned, 9 years experience; 849-7494, 768-0479 or 956-2963, leave message.

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

Experience Makes a Difference! Thank You! ISSUE MARCH 2016

(850) 263-9796

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Reach over 21,000 local residences.

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

Your WFEC District 2 Trustee

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

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Residential/Commercial/Store Fronts

Agricultural Fencing/Satisfaction Guaranteed

CLASSIFIEDS

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

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

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CANDACE CROFT Communications Specialist BRIAN BUCKALEW Printer/Graphic Designer

WFEC Board of Directors

John C.

Myron

PATRICK

HUDSON

District 3 / Vice President

District 9 / President

Andy Hall 850.557.3368 Sidney Hall 850.569.2021 850.526.8441

Residential • Commercial

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

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

24x48x10 • Installed

$4,295 Joe E.

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RONE

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District 8 / Secretary-Treasurer

District 1

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 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.

ADAMS District 4

A. C.

George Clayton

District 5

District 6

Frank E.

Randy

BONDURANT

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Attorney

Russell

DUNAWAY

Executive VP/CEO

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Luke T a

(850) 638-7353

1600 Hwy. 90 • Chipley, FL 32428

Pole Barn Kits

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

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

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

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

Painted: $1.89/ft

Brown Funeral Home 1068 Main Street • Chipley

www.brownfh.net

(850) 638-4010

Owner: Don Brown L.F.D. Ryan Brown L.F.D. Brandon Wilkes L.F.D.

Before, During & After...

We’ll be there in your time of need with the experience and compassion you deserve.

Traditional Services Pre-Planning Services Serving the families in Chipley and the surrounding area since 1966.

2016 Annual Meeting/Member Appreciation Important Dates

www.VOTEBEV.com • (850) 933-6476

District 7

Surplus & Salvage of Chipley

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Reach over 21,000 local residences.

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

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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.

HALL Roofing, Siding & Building, LLC

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The ballots for the 2016 election will be mailed out

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Wednesday, April 13. The 2016 Annual Meeting/Member Appreciation Day will be held on Saturday, April 23.

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Make Your Voice Heard ISSUE MARCH

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Read Online www.WestFlorida.coop

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

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

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

www.hwy77bingo.com

INSIDE THIS ISSUE WFEC Board Approves ...pg. 3 Reduction in Rate Components WFEC Announces Change to H2O Plus

...pgs. 6-7

2016 Youth Tour ...pgs. 11-12 Winners & Scholarship Recipients Announced Outage Maps Keep Co-op Members Informed

...pg. 14

Local Classifieds

...pgs. 3-17

Community Calendar ...pgs. 17-18