March 2025

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

West Florida Electric, Your Touchstone Energy Cooperative

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Thank you for allowing me to continue serving you as your District 1 Trustee.

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Vote for Andrew L. Bowden WFEC District 2 Trustee

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INSIDE ...

President’s Column: Who Runs the Cooperative Business - Part 2 ...pg. 3 Stay on Track, Sign Up for Due Date & Past Due Reminders

...pg. 5

Cold Weather Costs ...pg. 6 Update Account Info Today

...pg. 7

Doug Hannon’s Fish & Game Forecast ... pgs. 10 & 11 Local Classifieds

...pg. 13

ISSUE MARCH 2025

Read Online www.WestFlorida.coop

VOL 75, NO 3

CURRENT LIGHT

FLASHES

USPS: 702-990 | ISSN: 1042-7767 | VOL 75, NO 3

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

WFEC Board of Trustees

DAVID TATUM District 1

JACKIE POOSER District 3

TIM ALFORD

Vote For & Re-Elect

T im Alford WFEC D 2T

Ballots Mailed March 10

istrict

rustee

• Credentialed Cooperative Director (NRECA) • WFEC Member for 42 Years • Graduate of Grand Ridge HS & attended Chipola College & Florida Gateway College • District 2 Trustee since 2017 & Current Board Chairman • Retired FDC Employee & Row Crop Farmer • Lifetime Member of Shady Grove Methodist Church As your WFEC Board Member, I will continue to work diligently and be loyal and honest to all employees and members of the cooperative. Thank you for your support. I’m available to all members at (850) 557-0865.

Political advertisement paid for & approved by Tim Alford for WFEC District 2 Trustee

THANK YOU!

Many thanks for your confidence and continued support of me as your District 3 Trustee. I will continue representing each member’s best interest while serving as their voice on the Board of Trustees.

Political advertisement paid for & approved by Jackie Pooser for WFEC District 3 Trustee

District 2/President

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District 9/Secretary-Treasurer

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WAYNE WILLIAMS

Interim Executive VP & CEO

Medicare/Long Term Care/Final Expense & Life Insurance/Retirement Plans

(850) 658-2635

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We are an all edible nursery, landscaping, and homestead. We grow, sell, and install fruit trees, berries, vines and all types of edibles with thousands to choose from. We install everything from a few backyard fruit trees to commercial orchards & vineyards. Irrigation is also available. We are open to the public for retail sales Sunday-Friday.

BREAKING NEWS!!!

Guaranteed Approval Life Insurance Ages: 0-85

Call: Agent: Jeff Cooper (850) 209-4038 for details!

James & Son Tree and Crane Service Insured and Reasonable

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Specialist at Removing Hazardous Trees • Land Clearing • Stump Grinding • Forestry Mulching • Debris Removal

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WANTED

1958 Chevrolet Impala, motor and transmission not needed, must be a roller; 850-272-5211.

Someone to cut 4 acres of 40-year-old pines; 850-547-0448 Penny through dollar coins, loose, in jars, collections, estates; or 850-373-3709.

850-326-3437.

Marlin, Winchester or Savage License plates from any state, lever action high power rifle; mainly Florida, prior to 1980; 850-569-2916, James. old motorcycles or parts, prior to Horses; ponies; mules; donkeys; 1960; 850-557-7030, Greg. round pen panels; 850-209-8532 Registered quarter horse mares or 850-592-2494. for brood mares; pasture land 150-500 acres of pasture land, to rent, close to Campbellton, in Holmes or Washington Florida; 850-703-5450.

County area; 850-234-7070.

Energy Efficiency Tip: March is an ideal time to service your home's cooling system, ensuring it runs efficiently when the heat of summer arrives. Routine maintenance, like cleaning or replacing filters, checking refrigerant levels, and inspecting parts, can improve your system's efficiency & lower energy bills. Scheduling service in the spring helps you beat the peak rush, giving you faster access to qualified techs.

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Going paperless is a great way to eliminate mailing delays that may impact you!

Sign up for paperless billing online (www.westflorida.coop) or by calling our office at (800) 342-7400.

Notification Statement

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

Main Business and Publications Offices 5282 Peanut Road Graceville, Florida 32440-0127 (850) 263-3231 or 1-800-342-7400

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DISCLAIMER: Although paid advertisements may appear in West Florida Electric (WFEC) publications in print, online, or in other electronic formats, WFEC does not endorse the advertised product, service, or company, nor any of the claims made by the advertisement. WFEC reserves the right to edit or refuse to publish any advertisement, article or information.

This Institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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L

ast month, I discussed the responsibilities of the general manager. This month I will provide the responsibilities of employees.

Employees: Currently, the organizational chart at West Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC) consists of 91 employees. Thirty-six of those employees are assigned in Administration, Finance, Member Services, Information Technology and Safety. Fifty-five employees are assigned to Engineering and Operations.

Responsibilities: • Understanding the purposes and objectives of the cooperative.

Employees need to know what cooperatives are and how they compare with other methods of daily business. By understanding cooperative purposes, objectives, operations and their role as Tim Alford, WFEC Board President employees, they can help improve member relations, the cooperative image, and the general public's understanding of cooperatives.

Employees are informed from management about the cooperative through staff meetings, training programs, and printed materials. Many employees may be hired right out of high school or college and have received little or no education about the cooperative form of business before employment.

• Fully perform duties. In many cooperatives, like other business firms, the largest operating expense is personnel. In addition to salaries and wages paid, these costs include interviewing, hiring, training and fringe benefits.

Cooperatives, like other businesses, expect fully performed duties for the invested training, compensation and benefits provided. Cooperative managers know they must pay competitive salaries and provide comparable benefits if they expect to recruit and hold qualified employees.

• Understanding the relationship to member-owners. In a small cooperative, the manager can maintain good relations between the cooperative organization and its members.

• Favorably represent the cooperative. Employees help build the cooperative's image as they serve members and the community - both on and off the cooperative's premises. Employees should keep the cooperative's grounds clean and attractive, make sure equipment and service tools are operating, serve members pleasantly, promptly, and in the order promised, taking the extra steps to give members satisfactory service.

Next month we will cover the responsibilities of a board director.

I pray everyone has a safe month.

Plumbing • Electrical • Licensed & Insured

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

Who Runs the Cooperative Business: Part 2

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

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BUSH PAINT & SUPPLY Graceville, FL Open: Monday-Friday • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

(850) 263-4744 or (850) 263-6345 Carpet • Vinyl • Ceramic • Wood Feed• Seed • Fertilizer

Larry Englert Owner

Pool cages, screen rooms, car ports, rescreening & repairs.

Larry’s Rescreening, LLC Veteran owned with 30 years experience

Licensed & insured

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Custom Cattle Services

• Glass Shower

Enclosures • Window Panes • Mirrors • Screens • Tabletops

40 Years Experience • Karl Kressman (850) 557-3764

Portable Corrals & Chute Cattle Hauling Practical Cattle Vet Work Preg Testing Management & Herd Plans Cattle Penned & Caught

CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE Animals/Livestock Black Australorp chickens & chicks, all sizes; eggs, $3/dozen w/o carton; $2.50 w/carton; 850-841-2023.

5905 Timberlane Rd. Bascom, FL 32423

Two Fish Construction, LLC “Building with Integrity”

Antiques/Collectibles

New Construction Remodeling Renovations Fire & Water Restoration Free Consultations Insurance Claims Welcome

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Bahia grass hay, 4x5 rolls, net wrapped & twine wrapped available, barn stored; 850-638-6778 or 850-849-8624, text.

Miscellaneous Two burial plots at Winterville Church, Hwy. 177A, $600 for both; 448-226-2467.

Florida map, made of 3/4 plywood, 36x18/38 w/all light houses & markers, 5 coats of poly resin; 850-547-0448.

Gasoline generator, excellent condition, 6250/8500W, 30A 120/240V w/30A power cord, Barbie collection, late 1980s, 6 are designer branded, new in box, always stored inside house; would like to sell together, serious 850-573-5117. inquiries only; 850-849-3441.

Multiple Listings

Home/Farm Legend Force rear tine tiller, forward-reverse, used 3 hours, like new, $550; 850-272-2208.

Grass hay, 5x5 rolls & sq. bales; peanut hay sq. bales; 12x36 cooler; 850-263-3427.

Homemade/handmade quilts, lap, baby, twin, full or queen; two used bathtubs, to be used for water or feed troughs, great price; 850-547-3649.

Real Estate 16 acres of land, in the Graceville area, portions farmable; 727-403-4463.

Recreational Vehicles 2004 Fleetwood class “A” motor home, 96,000 miles, Cummins diesel, 7.5-kilowatt generator, powers all, Michelin tires, more info available, $25,000; 850-526-8027.

14’ Xtreme boat & trailer, 3-horse slant trailer; barrel, Mercury 30 hp four-stroke, roping, pleasure saddles; tack; Motor Guide trolling motor, 2 Treeing Walker registered $6,000; 850-569-2416. coon dog puppies; grain wagon; 850-209-8532 or 850-592-2494.

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

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 2025

Grand Ridge Greenwood Marianna Ponce de Leon Sneads Sunny Hills Vernon Westville

592 594 482, 526 836 593 773 535 956

CLF Free Ad Form Please Type or Print Neatly.

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

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

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Community Calendar WFEC Trustee Election Ballots Mailed: March 10 WFEC Trustee Election Ballots Due Back: April 16 WFEC Annual Meeting/Member Appreciation Day: April 26 Graceville Civic Center (details below)

ROW Update: WFEC Right-of-Way Crews will be cutting & trimming in the following area(s) during

MARCH:

Chipley, Orange Hill, Wausau & Graceville When 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.

Sweet & Sour Chicken Ingredients: 11/4 lbs. chicken thighs 1/4 cup plus 1/2 tsp. sugar 1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp. corn starch 1/2 cup chicken stock or broth 1/2 cup water 3 tbsp. peanut oil

1 large egg, separated 3/4 tsp. salt 2 large green peppers 3 tbsp. distilled white vinegar 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 tbsp. sesame oil

Submitted by: Mrs. Amos Morris 2 tbsp. soy sauce pinch of black pepper 1 small garlic clove 2 tbsp. rice wine vinegar 4 cups vegetable oil 11/2 cups fresh or canned, drained pineapple chunks

Directions: De-bone chicken thighs, remove & discard skin. Cut chicken into 3/4" pieces, mix egg yolk, 1 tsp. soy, 1/2 tsp. each sugar, salt & black pepper in medium bowl. Stir in chicken. Sprinkle w/ 1 tbsp. corn starch & mix well. Marinate at room temp. for 30 mins. Cut green peppers into 11/4" pieces. Lightly pound garlic. Mix 1 tbsp. corn starch with 1/4 cup sugar & 1/4 tsp. salt in small bowl. Stir in stock, vinegar, rice wine vinegar & 1 tbsp. soy. Whisk egg white in medium bowl until foamy and doubled in volume. Whisk in 1/2 cup corn starch & flour until smooth - reserve batter. Heat wok over high heat 20 seconds; add vegetable oil & heat to 350. Using 1/3 of chicken pieces at a time, dip each in batter and add to wok. Stir gently. Fry until crisp & cooked through - 4 to 5 mins. Remove chicken with strainer; drain on paper towels. Reheat oil to 350 degrees & repeat with remaining chicken. Remove oil from wok; wipe clean. Heat wok over high heat 15 seconds; add tsp. peanut oil & heat until hot. Scatter in green peppers & garlic.

Stir fry 2 minutes. Remove with slotted spoon & discard garlic.

Add tbsp. peanut oil to wok & heat. Reduce heat to medium.

Add pineapple, stir fry for 30 seconds. Stir in stock mixture, increase heat to high, cook & stir until sauce thickens & bubbles (one minute). Drizzle with sesame oil, stir 2-3 times; return chicken & peppers to wok. Stir until coated with sauce. Serve immediately.

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e know how easy it is to lose track of deadlines - whether it's paying a bill, submitting paperwork, or returning an important form. But don't worry, we've got you covered! Sign up for alerts and reminders to stay organized, avoid late fees, and keep your tasks on schedule. Getting started is simple. Here's how

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1. Log in and select the My Account Menu 2. Select Manage Alerts 3. Select any alerts and reminders you'd like to receive via email and/or text message When you select due date reminders, you can choose how many days before your due date you'd like to receive a notification, which is very convenient. Once you've completed these steps, you'll start receiving reminders and never miss a deadline again.

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Cold Weather Costs

Justin Joyner 850-658-2890

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old weather in January likely caused your energy use to increase, 6. Space Heaters Multiply Energy which may lead to higher-than-normal electric bills. We understand Costs: A single 1,500-watt space that increased bills can be frustrating, and we want to explain why heater running 12 hours a day this happens during extreme cold weather events like those we experienced can use 540 kWh per month, in mid-January. significantly increasing your bills.

Winter weather, especially prolonged cold spells, significantly impacts If multiple heaters are used, the energy use. Heating systems work harder to maintain indoor comfort, and impact is even greater. many households rely on electric resistance heating, which consumes large 7. Shorter Days = More Lighting amounts of electricity. The combination of sustained low temperatures, Use: With less daylight, homes increased indoor energy use, and longer heating system run times led to rely more on artificial lighting, which higher electric consumption across our service area. adds to electricity use.

Here are the key reasons why electric bills tend to be higher during At West Florida Electric, we're extreme winter events: committed to helping our members 1. Resistive Electric Heat Uses More Energy: Many homes rely on electric manage energy costs. Our energy resistance heating, such as space heaters, baseboard heaters, or electric services and member service reps are furnaces. These systems consume large amounts of electricity compared to happy to talk with you about options heat pumps or gas heating. that might help ease the strain of 2. Consecutive Cold Days Increase Use: When temperatures stay low for higher winter bills. multiple days, heating systems must run continuously to keep homes warm.

Give us a call at 800-342-7400 This extended runtime significantly increases electricity consumption. with any questions regarding higher• January had 18 days with highs lower than 60 degrees. than-usual winter bills.

• January had 4 days with highs lower than 45 degrees.

• January had 19 days with lows of 35 degrees or lower.

• Of the 19 days, 10 were 25 degrees or lower.

3. Heat Pumps Work Harder in Extreme Cold: Even efficient heat pumps become less effective when temps Got winter electric bill questions? drop too low. When this happens, they switch to backup resistive heating (heat strips), which consumes much more electricity.

4. Heat Loss Through Air Leaks: MYTH: The colder the outdoor temperature, Weather does not affect my the faster heat escapes through electric bill. windows, doors, and walls. This makes heating systems work harder FACT: to maintain a comfortable Heating and cooling your temperature. home makes up more than 5. Electric Water Heaters Work HALF of your electric use.

More: In the winter, the water entering your home is much colder, In cold weather, your heating system works overtime to maintain that meaning electric water heaters the indoor warmth. A 25-degree difference between inside and outside require more energy to heat water temperatures makes your system hustle - driving up your energy use for showers, laundry, and and your bill. dishwashing.

Let’s Talk.

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

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4” to 12”

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Water Well Drilling & Pump Repair Residential, Commercial, Agricultural Water Analysis & Treatment

850-263-8064

Upon a member's suggestion, we will begin running the Fish & Gamr Forecast for the next month - so this issue contains 2 months of the Fish & Game Forecase.

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Call Matt: 850-326-0933 SURVEYOR

Florida Licensed Surveyor since 1969

Doug Hannon's Fish & Game Forecast APRIL 2025

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ISSUE MARCH 2025

NEW

Roger Lonsway

Mobile: 850-260-5438 200-Amp Power Pole $599.95 100 - Amp Power Pole $499.95 Delivery & Installation Available Rick Carnley - Lic. # EC-13006648

Florida Meter Pole Company, Inc. Anthony Register 850-573-0219

Armondi Roofing, LLC Re-roof Specialist Shingles • Flat Roofs • Re-Roofs New Roofs & All Types of Repairs

Free Estimates

5 Year Workmanship Warranty Licensed & Insured #CCC1330359

(850) 547-2934

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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(850) 956-4325 Mobile: (850) 259-0467 Fax: (850) 956-4169

Art’s Home Services Carpenter/Handyman Build It - Fix It Clean It - Haul It

SOUTHERN ROOFING, INC. All Types Licensed • Bonded • Insured

License# CCC058016

LLC/Insured/ 40 Years Experience

Email: southroofing@centurylink.net

(850) 638-2611

Concrete Designs by Levon, LLC

McIntosh

Levon Carnley

Specialized in: Decorative Concrete • Interior/Exterior Pool Decks • Porches Patios • Garages

Crutchfield Enterprises, Inc. HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING Florida License Number: CMC1250499 4315 Galilee Road • Graceville, FL 32440

(850) 326-0330

Email: wilcruent@bellsouth.net

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

Outboard & Small Engine

Centipede Seed

Grand Ridge

Sneads

We buy boats & motors!

Concrete Designs by Levon, LLC

Phone: 850-703-0318

Licensed

Update Account Info Today

William

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

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

Bush Hog Services 7’ cut • $100/acre

Call 850-573-3055 Land Clearing & Forestry Services Dozer and Excavation Work Heavy-Duty Brush Cutting Ponds • Road Building • Demolition Pine Tree Planting • Herbicide Spraying Fire Line Plowing • Burning • Root Raking Chopping • Bedding www.claycoforestry.com clayslandclearing@gmail.com Clay O’Neal:

850.762.9402 or 850.832.5055

SOUTHSIDE

Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

Sales, Service, Leasing, Maintenance, Installation, Ice Vending Machines Commercial & Residential

Need Ice? Ice Machine Leasing

Doug Hannon's Fish & Game Forecast MARCH 2025

Excellent Times AM PM

Moon Stage

Good Times AM PM

SAT.

1

11:30-1:30

11:54-1:54

5:57-7:27

6:21-7:51

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2:42-4:42

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9:09-10:39

9:33-11:03

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3:30-5:30

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9:57-11:27

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4:18-6:18

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6:54-8:54

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10

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4:09-5:39

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10:06-12:06

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4:57-6:27

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10:54-12:54

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5:21-6:51

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14

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17

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24

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State Certified Contractor CAC1819784

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6:11-7:41

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N/A

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www.mysouthsideair.com

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6:57-8:27

7:21-8:51

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8:09-9:39

850-703-5486 PAGE 10

NEW

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

W

hile the sun shines and before storms head this direction, remember to update your West Florida Electric Cooperative account information.

Most of us don't realize how important maintaining up-to-date account information is - but it can play a role in how quickly your power is restored when those storms do roll in. Why? Because the co-op uses your phone number as an account identifier.

If you've called to report an outage and the automated system answered, it's because the co-op is experiencing an extremely high volume of calls due to those outages. The first thing the automated system does is try to recognize the phone number and link it to an account and location. This helps us with power restoration efforts. If the automated system answers and you happen to be calling from a number that is not listed on your account in the co-op's billing system, it won't recognize your location or link your account. This could lead to delays in power restoration efforts. You don't want that to happen and neither do we.

Updating your account information is extremely easy. The co-op offers several ways to make updates: 1. Online - www.westflorida.coop 2. Using the mobile app (available for download in your phone's app store) 3. Calling the co-op and speaking with a member services representative Keeping account information updated is also essential for maintaining the security and the accuracy of your electric accounts. No matter if it is updating passwords, contact information, or payment methods, keeping all of this information current ensures that the cooperative doesn't have problems reaching you, that you can access services without interruptions and protects you from possible security breaches. Taking the time to periodically review and update your WFEC account information (and other accounts) is a simple but effective way to safeguard your information.

Move Over It’s the Law

Safety behind the wheel includes slowing down & moving over when you see crews working along the roadside.

You’ll help ensure crews return home safely & continue to be there when you need them.

ISSUE MARCH 2025

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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Local Students Participate in Youth Tour

C

ongratulations to this year's West Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC) 2025 Youth Tour participants.

Eight local students participated in the Youth Tour program this year: Will O'Bryan, Altha School; Nakayla Peery, Bethlehem School; Isabella Coley, Blountstown High School; Maggie Clifton, Chipley High School; Whisper Jones; Cottondale High School; Kenzlie Hayes, Graceville School; Ian Hatcher, Malone School; and Jack Eaton, Marianna High School.

The purpose of Youth Tour is to get students out of the classroom and familiarize them with the utility that brings electricity to their lives. They also get a first-hand look at the activities of our government at state and national levels.

This is a great opportunity to meet new people, experience new things, and travel.

WFEC has participated in Youth Tour since 1979, sending students almost every year since. For more information about the Youth Tour program, visit www.westflorida.coop.

Look for the announcement about our Youth Tour winners, who will represent West Florida Electric Cooperative on the National Rural Electric Youth Tour in next month's issue.

WFEC Youth Tour participants enjoyed a variety of experiences on the trip to Tallahassee - from a behind the scenes tour of the Florida Supreme Court and its law library, to an electromagnetic demonstration at the Challenger Learning Center to watching the Florida Senate hold debates and ultimately pass a bill on immigration. They also got to have a little fun bowling and playing games with over 100 students from other Florida co-ops.

Worried about severe weather?

Let s Talk.

Participants in this year's Youth Tour are: (L-R: Will O'Bryan, Altha School; Ian Hatcher, Malone School; Jack Eaton, Marianna HS; Maggie Clifton, Chipley HS; Whisper Jones, Cottondale HS; Isabella Coley, Blountstown HS; Nakayla Peery, Bethlehem School.

Not pictured: Kenzlie Hayes, Graceville School.

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CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Wind and rain, tornado to hurricane, we are prepared for severe weather. We harden our system to help prevent outages. We keep vegetation trimmed to minimize debris. And we train – all year – to respond as quickly and safely as possible when a storm strikes. Rest assured, we’re ready.

ISSUE MARCH 2025

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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Local Students Participate in Youth Tour

C

ongratulations to this year's West Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC) 2025 Youth Tour participants.

Eight local students participated in the Youth Tour program this year: Will O'Bryan, Altha School; Nakayla Peery, Bethlehem School; Isabella Coley, Blountstown High School; Maggie Clifton, Chipley High School; Whisper Jones; Cottondale High School; Kenzlie Hayes, Graceville School; Ian Hatcher, Malone School; and Jack Eaton, Marianna High School.

The purpose of Youth Tour is to get students out of the classroom and familiarize them with the utility that brings electricity to their lives. They also get a first-hand look at the activities of our government at state and national levels.

This is a great opportunity to meet new people, experience new things, and travel.

WFEC has participated in Youth Tour since 1979, sending students almost every year since. For more information about the Youth Tour program, visit www.westflorida.coop.

Look for the announcement about our Youth Tour winners, who will represent West Florida Electric Cooperative on the National Rural Electric Youth Tour in next month's issue.

WFEC Youth Tour participants enjoyed a variety of experiences on the trip to Tallahassee - from a behind the scenes tour of the Florida Supreme Court and its law library, to an electromagnetic demonstration at the Challenger Learning Center to watching the Florida Senate hold debates and ultimately pass a bill on immigration. They also got to have a little fun bowling and playing games with over 100 students from other Florida co-ops.

Worried about severe weather?

Let s Talk.

Participants in this year's Youth Tour are: (L-R: Will O'Bryan, Altha School; Ian Hatcher, Malone School; Jack Eaton, Marianna HS; Maggie Clifton, Chipley HS; Whisper Jones, Cottondale HS; Isabella Coley, Blountstown HS; Nakayla Peery, Bethlehem School.

Not pictured: Kenzlie Hayes, Graceville School.

PAGE 8

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Wind and rain, tornado to hurricane, we are prepared for severe weather. We harden our system to help prevent outages. We keep vegetation trimmed to minimize debris. And we train – all year – to respond as quickly and safely as possible when a storm strikes. Rest assured, we’re ready.

ISSUE MARCH 2025

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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(850) 956-4325 Mobile: (850) 259-0467 Fax: (850) 956-4169

Art’s Home Services Carpenter/Handyman Build It - Fix It Clean It - Haul It

SOUTHERN ROOFING, INC. All Types Licensed • Bonded • Insured

License# CCC058016

LLC/Insured/ 40 Years Experience

Email: southroofing@centurylink.net

(850) 638-2611

Concrete Designs by Levon, LLC

McIntosh

Levon Carnley

Specialized in: Decorative Concrete • Interior/Exterior Pool Decks • Porches Patios • Garages

Crutchfield Enterprises, Inc. HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING Florida License Number: CMC1250499 4315 Galilee Road • Graceville, FL 32440

(850) 326-0330

Email: wilcruent@bellsouth.net

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

Outboard & Small Engine

Centipede Seed

Grand Ridge

Sneads

We buy boats & motors!

Concrete Designs by Levon, LLC

Phone: 850-703-0318

Licensed

Update Account Info Today

William

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

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

Bush Hog Services 7’ cut • $100/acre

Call 850-573-3055 Land Clearing & Forestry Services Dozer and Excavation Work Heavy-Duty Brush Cutting Ponds • Road Building • Demolition Pine Tree Planting • Herbicide Spraying Fire Line Plowing • Burning • Root Raking Chopping • Bedding www.claycoforestry.com clayslandclearing@gmail.com Clay O’Neal:

850.762.9402 or 850.832.5055

SOUTHSIDE

Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

Sales, Service, Leasing, Maintenance, Installation, Ice Vending Machines Commercial & Residential

Need Ice? Ice Machine Leasing

Doug Hannon's Fish & Game Forecast MARCH 2025

Excellent Times AM PM

Moon Stage

Good Times AM PM

SAT.

1

11:30-1:30

11:54-1:54

5:57-7:27

6:21-7:51

SUN.

2

N/A

12:42-2:42

6:45-8:15

7:09-8:39

MON.

3

1:06-3:06

1:30-3:30

7:33-9:03

7:57-9:27

TUE.

4

1:54-3:54

2:18-4:18

8:21-9:51

8:45-10:15

WED.

5

2:42-4:42

3:06-5:06

9:09-10:39

9:33-11:03

THU.

6

3:30-5:30

3:54-5:54

9:57-11:27

10:21-11:51

FRI.

7

4:18-6:18

4:42-6:42

10:45-12:15

11:09-12:39

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8

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5:30-7:30

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10

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8:54-10:54

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11

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12

10:06-12:06

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4:57-6:27

THU.

13

10:54-12:54

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FRI.

14

N/A

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6:09-7:39

6:33-8:03

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20

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FRI.

21

5:18-7:18

5:42-7:42

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22

6:06-8:06

6:30-8:30

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24

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2:57-4:27

3:21-4:51

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10:30-12:30

4:33-6:03

5:47-6:27

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5:21-6:51

5:45-7:15

State Certified Contractor CAC1819784

FRI.

28

11:18-1:18

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5:48-7:18

6:11-7:41

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www.mysouthsideair.com

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12:54-2:54

6:57-8:27

7:21-8:51

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31

1:18-3:18

1:42-3:42

7:45-9:15

8:09-9:39

850-703-5486 PAGE 10

NEW

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

W

hile the sun shines and before storms head this direction, remember to update your West Florida Electric Cooperative account information.

Most of us don't realize how important maintaining up-to-date account information is - but it can play a role in how quickly your power is restored when those storms do roll in. Why? Because the co-op uses your phone number as an account identifier.

If you've called to report an outage and the automated system answered, it's because the co-op is experiencing an extremely high volume of calls due to those outages. The first thing the automated system does is try to recognize the phone number and link it to an account and location. This helps us with power restoration efforts. If the automated system answers and you happen to be calling from a number that is not listed on your account in the co-op's billing system, it won't recognize your location or link your account. This could lead to delays in power restoration efforts. You don't want that to happen and neither do we.

Updating your account information is extremely easy. The co-op offers several ways to make updates: 1. Online - www.westflorida.coop 2. Using the mobile app (available for download in your phone's app store) 3. Calling the co-op and speaking with a member services representative Keeping account information updated is also essential for maintaining the security and the accuracy of your electric accounts. No matter if it is updating passwords, contact information, or payment methods, keeping all of this information current ensures that the cooperative doesn't have problems reaching you, that you can access services without interruptions and protects you from possible security breaches. Taking the time to periodically review and update your WFEC account information (and other accounts) is a simple but effective way to safeguard your information.

Move Over It’s the Law

Safety behind the wheel includes slowing down & moving over when you see crews working along the roadside.

You’ll help ensure crews return home safely & continue to be there when you need them.

ISSUE MARCH 2025

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

PAGE 7

Cold Weather Costs

Justin Joyner 850-658-2890

C

old weather in January likely caused your energy use to increase, 6. Space Heaters Multiply Energy which may lead to higher-than-normal electric bills. We understand Costs: A single 1,500-watt space that increased bills can be frustrating, and we want to explain why heater running 12 hours a day this happens during extreme cold weather events like those we experienced can use 540 kWh per month, in mid-January. significantly increasing your bills.

Winter weather, especially prolonged cold spells, significantly impacts If multiple heaters are used, the energy use. Heating systems work harder to maintain indoor comfort, and impact is even greater. many households rely on electric resistance heating, which consumes large 7. Shorter Days = More Lighting amounts of electricity. The combination of sustained low temperatures, Use: With less daylight, homes increased indoor energy use, and longer heating system run times led to rely more on artificial lighting, which higher electric consumption across our service area. adds to electricity use.

Here are the key reasons why electric bills tend to be higher during At West Florida Electric, we're extreme winter events: committed to helping our members 1. Resistive Electric Heat Uses More Energy: Many homes rely on electric manage energy costs. Our energy resistance heating, such as space heaters, baseboard heaters, or electric services and member service reps are furnaces. These systems consume large amounts of electricity compared to happy to talk with you about options heat pumps or gas heating. that might help ease the strain of 2. Consecutive Cold Days Increase Use: When temperatures stay low for higher winter bills. multiple days, heating systems must run continuously to keep homes warm.

Give us a call at 800-342-7400 This extended runtime significantly increases electricity consumption. with any questions regarding higher• January had 18 days with highs lower than 60 degrees. than-usual winter bills.

• January had 4 days with highs lower than 45 degrees.

• January had 19 days with lows of 35 degrees or lower.

• Of the 19 days, 10 were 25 degrees or lower.

3. Heat Pumps Work Harder in Extreme Cold: Even efficient heat pumps become less effective when temps Got winter electric bill questions? drop too low. When this happens, they switch to backup resistive heating (heat strips), which consumes much more electricity.

4. Heat Loss Through Air Leaks: MYTH: The colder the outdoor temperature, Weather does not affect my the faster heat escapes through electric bill. windows, doors, and walls. This makes heating systems work harder FACT: to maintain a comfortable Heating and cooling your temperature. home makes up more than 5. Electric Water Heaters Work HALF of your electric use.

More: In the winter, the water entering your home is much colder, In cold weather, your heating system works overtime to maintain that meaning electric water heaters the indoor warmth. A 25-degree difference between inside and outside require more energy to heat water temperatures makes your system hustle - driving up your energy use for showers, laundry, and and your bill. dishwashing.

Let’s Talk.

PAGE 6

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

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

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Water Well Drilling & Pump Repair Residential, Commercial, Agricultural Water Analysis & Treatment

850-263-8064

Upon a member's suggestion, we will begin running the Fish & Gamr Forecast for the next month - so this issue contains 2 months of the Fish & Game Forecase.

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Framing, trim carpentry, masonry, plaster, minor electrical & plumbing, paint, etc.

Installations: TVs, Ceiling Fans, Shelves, Satellite Internet (e.g. Starlink), etc.

Call Matt: 850-326-0933 SURVEYOR

Florida Licensed Surveyor since 1969

Doug Hannon's Fish & Game Forecast APRIL 2025

Excellent Times AM PM

Moon Stage

Good Times AM PM

TUE.

1

2:06-4:06

2:30-4:30

8:33-10:03

8:57-10:27

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2:54-4:54

3:18-5:18

9:21-10:51

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3:42-5:42

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4

4:30-6:30

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15

1:18-3:18

1:42-3:42

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8:09-9:39

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16

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8:33-10:03

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17

2:54-4:54

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18

3:42-5:42

4:06-6:06

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19

4:30-6:30

4:54-6:54

10:57-12:27

11:21-12:51

SUN.

20

6:06-8:06

6:30-8:30

12:33-2:03

12:57-2:27

MON.

21

6:06-8:06

6:30-8:30

12:33-2:03

12:57-2:27

TUE.

22

7:42-9:42

8:06-10:06

2:09-3:39

2:33-4:03

WED.

23

8:30-10:30

8:54-10:54

2:57-4:27

3:21-4:51

THU.

24

9:18-11:18

9:42-11:42

3:45-5:15

4:09-5:39

FRI.

25

10:06-12:06

10:30-12:30

4:33-6:03

4:57-6:27

SAT.

26

10:54-12:54

11:18-1:18

5:21-6:51

5:45-7:15

SUN.

27

N/A

12:06-2:06

6:09-7:39

6:33-8:03

MON.

28

12:30-2:30

12:54-2:54

6:57-8:27

7:21-8:51

TUE.

29

1:18-3:18

1:42-3:42

7:45-9:15

8:09-9:39

WED.

30

2:06-4:06

2:30-4:30

8:33-10:03

8:57-10:27

ISSUE MARCH 2025

NEW

Roger Lonsway

Mobile: 850-260-5438 200-Amp Power Pole $599.95 100 - Amp Power Pole $499.95 Delivery & Installation Available Rick Carnley - Lic. # EC-13006648

Florida Meter Pole Company, Inc. Anthony Register 850-573-0219

Armondi Roofing, LLC Re-roof Specialist Shingles • Flat Roofs • Re-Roofs New Roofs & All Types of Repairs

Free Estimates

5 Year Workmanship Warranty Licensed & Insured #CCC1330359

(850) 547-2934

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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Community Calendar WFEC Trustee Election Ballots Mailed: March 10 WFEC Trustee Election Ballots Due Back: April 16 WFEC Annual Meeting/Member Appreciation Day: April 26 Graceville Civic Center (details below)

ROW Update: WFEC Right-of-Way Crews will be cutting & trimming in the following area(s) during

MARCH:

Chipley, Orange Hill, Wausau & Graceville When 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.

Sweet & Sour Chicken Ingredients: 11/4 lbs. chicken thighs 1/4 cup plus 1/2 tsp. sugar 1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp. corn starch 1/2 cup chicken stock or broth 1/2 cup water 3 tbsp. peanut oil

1 large egg, separated 3/4 tsp. salt 2 large green peppers 3 tbsp. distilled white vinegar 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 tbsp. sesame oil

Submitted by: Mrs. Amos Morris 2 tbsp. soy sauce pinch of black pepper 1 small garlic clove 2 tbsp. rice wine vinegar 4 cups vegetable oil 11/2 cups fresh or canned, drained pineapple chunks

Directions: De-bone chicken thighs, remove & discard skin. Cut chicken into 3/4" pieces, mix egg yolk, 1 tsp. soy, 1/2 tsp. each sugar, salt & black pepper in medium bowl. Stir in chicken. Sprinkle w/ 1 tbsp. corn starch & mix well. Marinate at room temp. for 30 mins. Cut green peppers into 11/4" pieces. Lightly pound garlic. Mix 1 tbsp. corn starch with 1/4 cup sugar & 1/4 tsp. salt in small bowl. Stir in stock, vinegar, rice wine vinegar & 1 tbsp. soy. Whisk egg white in medium bowl until foamy and doubled in volume. Whisk in 1/2 cup corn starch & flour until smooth - reserve batter. Heat wok over high heat 20 seconds; add vegetable oil & heat to 350. Using 1/3 of chicken pieces at a time, dip each in batter and add to wok. Stir gently. Fry until crisp & cooked through - 4 to 5 mins. Remove chicken with strainer; drain on paper towels. Reheat oil to 350 degrees & repeat with remaining chicken. Remove oil from wok; wipe clean. Heat wok over high heat 15 seconds; add tsp. peanut oil & heat until hot. Scatter in green peppers & garlic.

Stir fry 2 minutes. Remove with slotted spoon & discard garlic.

Add tbsp. peanut oil to wok & heat. Reduce heat to medium.

Add pineapple, stir fry for 30 seconds. Stir in stock mixture, increase heat to high, cook & stir until sauce thickens & bubbles (one minute). Drizzle with sesame oil, stir 2-3 times; return chicken & peppers to wok. Stir until coated with sauce. Serve immediately.

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Stay on Track: Sign Up for Due Date & Past Due Reminders

W

e know how easy it is to lose track of deadlines - whether it's paying a bill, submitting paperwork, or returning an important form. But don't worry, we've got you covered! Sign up for alerts and reminders to stay organized, avoid late fees, and keep your tasks on schedule. Getting started is simple. Here's how

to sign up: Mobile app: 1. Download the mobile app and create a username and password (if you don't have one).

2. Log in and select the Menu button at the bottom of your screen.

3. Select the My Alerts option and select the alerts you'd like to receive via email and/or text message.

Online: Sign into the member online portal or create a username and password if you don't have one.

1. Log in and select the My Account Menu 2. Select Manage Alerts 3. Select any alerts and reminders you'd like to receive via email and/or text message When you select due date reminders, you can choose how many days before your due date you'd like to receive a notification, which is very convenient. Once you've completed these steps, you'll start receiving reminders and never miss a deadline again.

Benefits: Signing up is more than just convenient - it's a game changer for time management.

• Avoid late fees and penalties. Nothing is more frustrating than missing a deadline and having to pay an extra fee. Whether it's an overdue bill or a missed payment, reminders help ensure you stay on top of all the important due dates on your calendar, saving you money in the long run.

• Better organization. Having all your deadlines and due dates in one place, enables you to organize your time more effectively. Knowing what's coming up makes planning easier and keeps you focused.

• Peace of mind. It's easy to forget things in the hustle and bustle of daily life. Having automated reminders gives you peace of mind knowing you won't miss something important. No more last minute scrambling.

• Increased productivity. With reminders helping you manage your tasks, you'll be able to focus on your work without worrying about deadlines slipping through the cracks. Increased productivity leads to fewer mistakes and better results.

• Customized alerts. You can adjust alerts and reminders at any time. Set up multiple alerts, if needed.

ISSUE MARCH 2025

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BUSH PAINT & SUPPLY Graceville, FL Open: Monday-Friday • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Larry Englert Owner

Pool cages, screen rooms, car ports, rescreening & repairs.

Larry’s Rescreening, LLC Veteran owned with 30 years experience

Licensed & insured

(850) 630-9225

Custom Cattle Services

• Glass Shower

Enclosures • Window Panes • Mirrors • Screens • Tabletops

40 Years Experience • Karl Kressman (850) 557-3764

Portable Corrals & Chute Cattle Hauling Practical Cattle Vet Work Preg Testing Management & Herd Plans Cattle Penned & Caught

CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE Animals/Livestock Black Australorp chickens & chicks, all sizes; eggs, $3/dozen w/o carton; $2.50 w/carton; 850-841-2023.

5905 Timberlane Rd. Bascom, FL 32423

Two Fish Construction, LLC “Building with Integrity”

Antiques/Collectibles

New Construction Remodeling Renovations Fire & Water Restoration Free Consultations Insurance Claims Welcome

Department 56 Village Collections, hundreds of pieces, prefer to sell all together, $7,500 OBO, serious inquiries only; 850-849-1514.

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CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Bahia grass hay, 4x5 rolls, net wrapped & twine wrapped available, barn stored; 850-638-6778 or 850-849-8624, text.

Miscellaneous Two burial plots at Winterville Church, Hwy. 177A, $600 for both; 448-226-2467.

Florida map, made of 3/4 plywood, 36x18/38 w/all light houses & markers, 5 coats of poly resin; 850-547-0448.

Gasoline generator, excellent condition, 6250/8500W, 30A 120/240V w/30A power cord, Barbie collection, late 1980s, 6 are designer branded, new in box, always stored inside house; would like to sell together, serious 850-573-5117. inquiries only; 850-849-3441.

Multiple Listings

Home/Farm Legend Force rear tine tiller, forward-reverse, used 3 hours, like new, $550; 850-272-2208.

Grass hay, 5x5 rolls & sq. bales; peanut hay sq. bales; 12x36 cooler; 850-263-3427.

Homemade/handmade quilts, lap, baby, twin, full or queen; two used bathtubs, to be used for water or feed troughs, great price; 850-547-3649.

Real Estate 16 acres of land, in the Graceville area, portions farmable; 727-403-4463.

Recreational Vehicles 2004 Fleetwood class “A” motor home, 96,000 miles, Cummins diesel, 7.5-kilowatt generator, powers all, Michelin tires, more info available, $25,000; 850-526-8027.

14’ Xtreme boat & trailer, 3-horse slant trailer; barrel, Mercury 30 hp four-stroke, roping, pleasure saddles; tack; Motor Guide trolling motor, 2 Treeing Walker registered $6,000; 850-569-2416. coon dog puppies; grain wagon; 850-209-8532 or 850-592-2494.

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

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 2025

Grand Ridge Greenwood Marianna Ponce de Leon Sneads Sunny Hills Vernon Westville

592 594 482, 526 836 593 773 535 956

CLF Free Ad Form Please Type or Print Neatly.

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

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

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WANTED

1958 Chevrolet Impala, motor and transmission not needed, must be a roller; 850-272-5211.

Someone to cut 4 acres of 40-year-old pines; 850-547-0448 Penny through dollar coins, loose, in jars, collections, estates; or 850-373-3709.

850-326-3437.

Marlin, Winchester or Savage License plates from any state, lever action high power rifle; mainly Florida, prior to 1980; 850-569-2916, James. old motorcycles or parts, prior to Horses; ponies; mules; donkeys; 1960; 850-557-7030, Greg. round pen panels; 850-209-8532 Registered quarter horse mares or 850-592-2494. for brood mares; pasture land 150-500 acres of pasture land, to rent, close to Campbellton, in Holmes or Washington Florida; 850-703-5450.

County area; 850-234-7070.

Energy Efficiency Tip: March is an ideal time to service your home's cooling system, ensuring it runs efficiently when the heat of summer arrives. Routine maintenance, like cleaning or replacing filters, checking refrigerant levels, and inspecting parts, can improve your system's efficiency & lower energy bills. Scheduling service in the spring helps you beat the peak rush, giving you faster access to qualified techs.

Go Paperless!

Going paperless is a great way to eliminate mailing delays that may impact you!

Sign up for paperless billing online (www.westflorida.coop) or by calling our office at (800) 342-7400.

Notification Statement

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

Main Business and Publications Offices 5282 Peanut Road Graceville, Florida 32440-0127 (850) 263-3231 or 1-800-342-7400

M i dd l e b r o o k s C o n t r a c t o r s , I n c .

Serving the Area for Over 60 Years Septic Tank Service, Installation & Repair • Mobile Home Pads • Land Clearing • Excavation • Dirt • Rock • Culverts Rent-All • We have everything you need! Equipment Rentals, Tractors, Trenchers, Etc.

Ph: (850) 547-3658

DISCLAIMER: Although paid advertisements may appear in West Florida Electric (WFEC) publications in print, online, or in other electronic formats, WFEC does not endorse the advertised product, service, or company, nor any of the claims made by the advertisement. WFEC reserves the right to edit or refuse to publish any advertisement, article or information.

This Institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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L

ast month, I discussed the responsibilities of the general manager. This month I will provide the responsibilities of employees.

Employees: Currently, the organizational chart at West Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC) consists of 91 employees. Thirty-six of those employees are assigned in Administration, Finance, Member Services, Information Technology and Safety. Fifty-five employees are assigned to Engineering and Operations.

Responsibilities: • Understanding the purposes and objectives of the cooperative.

Employees need to know what cooperatives are and how they compare with other methods of daily business. By understanding cooperative purposes, objectives, operations and their role as Tim Alford, WFEC Board President employees, they can help improve member relations, the cooperative image, and the general public's understanding of cooperatives.

Employees are informed from management about the cooperative through staff meetings, training programs, and printed materials. Many employees may be hired right out of high school or college and have received little or no education about the cooperative form of business before employment.

• Fully perform duties. In many cooperatives, like other business firms, the largest operating expense is personnel. In addition to salaries and wages paid, these costs include interviewing, hiring, training and fringe benefits.

Cooperatives, like other businesses, expect fully performed duties for the invested training, compensation and benefits provided. Cooperative managers know they must pay competitive salaries and provide comparable benefits if they expect to recruit and hold qualified employees.

• Understanding the relationship to member-owners. In a small cooperative, the manager can maintain good relations between the cooperative organization and its members.

• Favorably represent the cooperative. Employees help build the cooperative's image as they serve members and the community - both on and off the cooperative's premises. Employees should keep the cooperative's grounds clean and attractive, make sure equipment and service tools are operating, serve members pleasantly, promptly, and in the order promised, taking the extra steps to give members satisfactory service.

Next month we will cover the responsibilities of a board director.

I pray everyone has a safe month.

Plumbing • Electrical • Licensed & Insured

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

Who Runs the Cooperative Business: Part 2

God’s Handyman, LLC

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Specializing in Remodeling & Antique Restoration • 20 years experience • Finish Carpentry • Decks • Interior & Exterior Doors • Vinyl Siding • Additions • Hard Wood Floor • Baseboards • Windows Restoration • Crown/Custom Trim • Painting • Kitchen & Bathroom • Chair Rail • Sheetrock Remodels • Toilets • Much More!

• Flooring (850) 209-6593 All Are Welcome!

2025 Customers will be entered into a drawing to win up to $5,000 in labor costs ONLY.

• Customers from Jan. to Nov. (drawing in Nov.) • Customer Buys All Materials • Use It or Lose It • Customer Pays All Labor Costs that Exceed $5,000

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

Trim David & Family Cut Tree Services, LLC Remove Bonded & Fully Insured Free Estimates

Structure Demo Stump Grinding

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CURRENT LIGHT

FLASHES

USPS: 702-990 | ISSN: 1042-7767 | VOL 75, NO 3

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

WFEC Board of Trustees

DAVID TATUM District 1

JACKIE POOSER District 3

TIM ALFORD

Vote For & Re-Elect

T im Alford WFEC D 2T

Ballots Mailed March 10

istrict

rustee

• Credentialed Cooperative Director (NRECA) • WFEC Member for 42 Years • Graduate of Grand Ridge HS & attended Chipola College & Florida Gateway College • District 2 Trustee since 2017 & Current Board Chairman • Retired FDC Employee & Row Crop Farmer • Lifetime Member of Shady Grove Methodist Church As your WFEC Board Member, I will continue to work diligently and be loyal and honest to all employees and members of the cooperative. Thank you for your support. I’m available to all members at (850) 557-0865.

Political advertisement paid for & approved by Tim Alford for WFEC District 2 Trustee

THANK YOU!

Many thanks for your confidence and continued support of me as your District 3 Trustee. I will continue representing each member’s best interest while serving as their voice on the Board of Trustees.

Political advertisement paid for & approved by Jackie Pooser for WFEC District 3 Trustee

District 2/President

Mold Removal Remodels Water Damage Additions Fire Damage New Construction

JOHN ADAMS District 4

24 Hour Emergency Response CBC1255149, CCC1330340, MRSR9 DAVID CORBIN

District 5/Vice President

Turning 65? New to the Area? Medicaid Eligible?

Call Me.

GEORGE C. OWENS District 6

I’m Local.

Licensed/Certified/Dependable/Helpful

RANDY BUSH District 7

MISTY ERICKSON District 8

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Call for a FREE consulation regarding the new medicare plans/ more benefits/larger physician networks/larger drug formulary

Over 200 carriers: Cigna/Aetna/Humana/United Healthcare/WellCare/Blue Cross-Blue Shield/AIG/ Mutual of Omaha/Allianz/Athene/Silac/Americo MYRON HUDSON

District 9/Secretary-Treasurer

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WAYNE WILLIAMS

Interim Executive VP & CEO

Medicare/Long Term Care/Final Expense & Life Insurance/Retirement Plans

(850) 658-2635

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

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Special 100 Tree Orchard Package w/Irrigation as low as $8,900!

Call us or come by today to get your food forest started!

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We are an all edible nursery, landscaping, and homestead. We grow, sell, and install fruit trees, berries, vines and all types of edibles with thousands to choose from. We install everything from a few backyard fruit trees to commercial orchards & vineyards. Irrigation is also available. We are open to the public for retail sales Sunday-Friday.

BREAKING NEWS!!!

Guaranteed Approval Life Insurance Ages: 0-85

Call: Agent: Jeff Cooper (850) 209-4038 for details!

James & Son Tree and Crane Service Insured and Reasonable

850-272-3620 Free Estimates

Specialist at Removing Hazardous Trees • Land Clearing • Stump Grinding • Forestry Mulching • Debris Removal

Williams Home Improvements Serving Calhoun County Since 1990 • Now Serving Surrounding Counties

CRC 133715 • CCC 13344447

Tri-County Gas Service, Inc.

“Home Folks Serving Home Folks” For All Your Propane Needs

Tri-County Gas Service, Inc.

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850-674-8092 Cell: 850-573-0616 ISSUE MARCH 2024

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CURRENT LIGHT

FLASHES

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

West Florida Electric, Your Touchstone Energy Cooperative

Local Students Participate in Youth Tour

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Thank you for allowing me to continue serving you as your District 1 Trustee.

David Tatum Political advertisement paid for & approved by David Tatum for WFEC District 1 Trustee

Vote for Andrew L. Bowden WFEC District 2 Trustee

New Ideals New Beginning New Leadership 850.317.0498

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INSIDE ...

President’s Column: Who Runs the Cooperative Business - Part 2 ...pg. 3 Stay on Track, Sign Up for Due Date & Past Due Reminders

...pg. 5

Cold Weather Costs ...pg. 6 Update Account Info Today

...pg. 7

Doug Hannon’s Fish & Game Forecast ... pgs. 10 & 11 Local Classifieds

...pg. 13

ISSUE MARCH 2025

Read Online www.WestFlorida.coop

VOL 75, NO 3