November 2016

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

Winter Savings Start Here ISSUE NOVEMBER

2016

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 Know What’s Below

...pg. 3-4

Small Efficiency Changes ...pg. 6-7 How to Insulate Your Water Heater ...pg. 14 Local Classifieds ...pgs. 3-18

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

Check us out online!

CBC1257046 backwoodsbuildings@yahoo.com

USPS: 702-990 | ISSN: 1042-7767 | VOL 66, NO 11

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 Graceville, Fla.

6” Seamless Gutters Call for Estimates

Chipley Office: (850) 638-6043 Marianna Office: (850) 482-9127

(850) 693-4127

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24x36x10 • Installed $3,295 Add $250 for color Fall

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

Special!

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F U L LY I N S U R E D WFEC Board of Directors

• TREE REMOVAL • CHIPPER • 15 TON CRANE • PRUNING & TRIMMING • AERIAL TRUCK

• F R E E E S T I M AT E S

A Cut Above

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

TREE SERVICE

**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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Owner: Jason Morris

John C.

Myron

PATRICK

HUDSON

District 3 / Vice President

District 9 / President

BUS: (850)415-1217

CELL: (850)573-1270 Brown Funeral Home

Joe E.

1068 Main Street • Chipley

Ellis

RONE

NICHOLS

District 8 / Secretary-Treasurer

www.brownfh.net

District 1

(850) 638-4010

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

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

HALL Roofing, Siding & Building, LLC

Andy Hall 850.557.3368 Sidney Hall 850.569.2021 850.526.8441

Residential • Commercial

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

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

NOVEMBER Pittman & Westville 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.

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

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

Before, During & After...

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

John

Eugene

ADAMS

ALFORD

District 4

District 2

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

A. C.

George Clayton

District 5

District 6

OWENS

MILES

Surplus & Salvage of Chipley Frank E.

Randy

BONDURANT

BUSH

Attorney

District 7

(850) 638-7353

1600 Hwy. 90 • Chipley, FL 32428 Pole Barn Kits

Russell

DUNAWAY

Executive VP/CEO

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

16x36 - $1,499 24x24 - $1,799 24x36 - $2,199 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: $1.35/ft

Painted: $1.89/ft

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Happy Thanksgiving Our offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 24 & Friday, November 25 for Thanksgiving.

If you should experience an outage over the holiday, please call our 24/7 outage number.

1.844.OUTAGE1 1.844.688.2431 ISSUE NOVEMBER 2016

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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THANK YOU Thank you for all of the calls, prayers, flowers, food & the kindness shown during the passing of our son. May God truly bless you all. The Steven Richards family

Monitor Your Usage Call 1.855.MYWFECA (1.855.699.3322)

Hill’s Tree Service

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

593-4455 Notification Statement

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

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

This Institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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Community Calendar (cont.)

Malone Pecan Festival Saturday, November 19 Malone, Florida Parade begins at 10:00 a.m. Shane Owens and Jerome Jackson will provide entertainment during the festival. Arts & crafts booths, food vendors and more!

Contact Dorothy Mathis at 557-5676 to enter the parade and Flora Beard at 5695644 to find out more about becoming a vendor.

Brick Fundraiser for the Graceville Branch Library Now - January 15, 2017 A brick is a wonderful memorial or Christmas gift in honor of the person who has everything. Each brick is $100 and comes with three lines of engraving with 14 characters on each line. This fundraiser will last through January 15, 2017. Checks should be made payable to Friends of the Graceville Branch Library. Brick order forms are available at the library. Call 263-4902 for more information.

Know What’s Below Dial 811 Before You Dig

S

CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE

pring is an optimal time of year to dream up and achieve your landscaping masterpiece, but in many parts of the country, planting shrubs in early fall gives the plants a head start at establishing roots in the season’s cool, moist soil. Perhaps you’re planning to build a new deck to enjoy those cool autumn evenings. If any of your fall projects require digging––such as planting trees or shrubs, or setting posts––remember to dial 811 first. 3438001 Underground utilities, such as buried gas, water and electric lines, can be a shovel thrust away from turning a fall project into a disaster. Play it safe by dialing 811 to find out where utility lines run on your property. Your call will be routed to a local “one call” center. Tell the operator where you’re planning to dig and what type of work you will be doing, and affected local utilities will be notified.

In a few days, a locator will arrive to designate the approximate location of any underground lines, pipes and cables. These areas will be marked with flags or paint so you’ll know what’s below. Then the safe digging can begin.

Animals/Livestock Pure bred black Simmental bull, gentle disposition, calving ease, long body, $2,000; 209-3970.

Flight condition Bobwhite quail, ready for hunting; 326-3016.

Welch pony, 14.5 hands, $600; 326-7640.

Changes at Holmes County Public Library Holmes County Public Library is a member of the PPLCS Co-op. Co-op libraries include Holmes County, Jackson County, Calhoun County – this means cards, books and other library items from these libraries are accepted at each location.

Due to some changes, we are asking that patrons are patient while we update our database and issue new cards. The major change taking place is that the Washington County Public Library will no longer be a part of the co-op system.

Therefore, we will no longer be able to accept Washington County’s cards or accept returned items at our other co-op libraries. Please call 547-3573 for additional information.

Two pigs, full-grown brother & sister, let’s make a deal; 579-9970.

Old English Bantams/Cochin Bantams, variety of colors, young, $10/pair, very nice; 593-9109 or 369-0148.

Farm Credit of Northwest Florida 2017 AgVocator Scholarship Deadline: Monday, February 13 Farm Credit of Northwest Florida is offering six $1,500 scholarships to high school students. Preference will be given to students pursuing a career in Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture or Veterinary Medicine. Scholarships are awarded to applicants based on academic aptitude, vocational promise, personal attributes and leadership qualities. Applicants must be a high school senior planning on attending college and in good academic standing; complete a scholarship application; provide an official copy of their transcript; a resume of work history; activities, honors, volunteer efforts; an essay about how the applicant plans to use their chosen career path and a signed letter of recommendation.

Family members of employees or directors of Farm Credit are not eligible. A completed application must be received by Feb. 13, 2017. Applications are available online at www.farmcredit-fl.com. Completed applications should be mailed to: Farm Credit of Northwest Florida Scholarship Program, 3323 Thomasville Road, Tallahassee, FL 32308. Call 718.7906 for more information.

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

LLC/Insured/ 40 Years Experience

(850) 638-2611 Local Telephone Prefixes

OLEN BARFIELD Have Sawmill, Will Travel

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

638-7105

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

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

Debbie Roney Smith Full Time Realtor working the Panhandle of Florida

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TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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.)

Two-year-old Red Bloodhound, male, only $150 or will trade for fire arm or ammo; 614-1088.

Gamebirds, chucker, pheasant, Georgia Giant quail; GSP puppies; 693-5001, Archie Jones.

Although many homeowners tackling do-it-yourself digging projects are aware of “Call Before You Dig” services, the majority don’t take advantage of the service.

A national survey showed that only 50 percent of homeowners called to have their lines marked before starting digging projects, according to the Common Ground Alliance (CGA), a federally mandated group of underground utility and damage prevention industry professionals. CGA data also shows that an underground utility line is damaged every six minutes in the U.S. because someone decided to dig without first dialing 811.

Even simple tasks like installing a new mailbox post can damage utility lines, which can disrupt service to an entire neighborhood, harm diggers and potentially result in fines and repair costs.

Never assume the location or depth of underground utility lines. There’s no need: the 811 service is free, prevents the inconvenience of having utilities interrupted and can help you avoid serious injury. For more information about local services, visit www.call811.com.

Jackson Farm Well Services Patrick Jackson

850-592-9530 or 850-573-6623

ALDAY’S Bobcat & Tree Service Licensed & Insured LI20000696600

Josh Alday

(850) 209-2501

Stacey Alday

Owner/Operator (850) 557-7290

Hometown Bankers serving our hometowns

Community Calendar

FREE

Campbellton School Reunion Saturday, November 5; 10:00 a.m.

First Baptist Church, Campbellton Everyone who attended or was affiliated with Campbellton School is invited to attend this event. There will be a covered dish lunch in the fellowship hall of the church. For more information, contact Danny Taylor at 263-4816 or 625-0148.

Building a Basic Pantry Thursday, November 10; 6:00-8:00 p.m.

First Baptist Church, 311 N. Waukesha Street, Bonifay Learn how to set up a basic, well-equipped pantry and ways to use preserved foods in everyday meals. Registration fee is $5 and includes class materials.

Space is limited. Pre-registration is required by contacting the Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108, or the Washington County Extension Office, 6386265. University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution. For persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations, please contact 850-547-1108 (TDD, via Florida Relay Service, 1-800-955-8771) at least five working days prior to the class so that proper consideration may be given to the request.

Beyond the Loaf Bread Making Class Tuesday, November 15; 6:00-8:30 p.m.

Washington County Ag Center, 1424 Jackson Avenue, Chipley Learn the basics of making flatbread, crackers, hamburger and hot dog buns, and other non-loaf breads. Registration fee is $5 and includes class materials.

Pre-registration is required by contacting the Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108, or the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265. University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution.

43rd Annual Farm City Festival November 18-19 Jackson County Ag Center, 3631 Hwy. 90 West, Marianna Many events will take place over this two-day festival starting with the Farm City Breakfast on November 18. There will also be a tractor drive, static display of antique tractors at Madison Street Park, a lawnmower pull, a tractor pull, arts & crafts vendors, good, agricultural displays, Bluegrass music and more. Vendors are needed as well. Contact the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce at 482-8060 for more information or to sign up as a vendor.

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

Marisa Everett, Don Nowell, Sandy Spear, Wesley Whitaker, Debbie Arnold Serving Holmes, Jackson, and Washington Counties www.ffbf.com PAGE 4

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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 NOVEMBER 2016

Refrigerator, works well, you pick up; 547-3702 Two large longleaf pine trees, open area, fine lumber, you cut, you take, plus $250 cash; 209-7028.

1968 Gulbranson organ, works & needs someone to play it; 263-7371, Rodney.

Jazzy 600 power chair, does not work, needs cleaning; 703-4031.

McIntosh

Outboard & Small Engine Grand Ridge

Sneads

We buy boats & motors!

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

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

Lic# RM0048955

• Special rates for weekly or monthly rental

(850) 547-3698 • Bonifay

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 (844.688.2431)

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Wanted (cont.)

Tri-County Gas

Two Rhode Island pullets; one Bluetick or Redbone hound puppy; 569-2304

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

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

Gas, oil, automotive or any other related signs; gas pumps; oil cans, etc.; 209-2012.

Centipede Seed

southeasternsurveying.com

Licensed & Insured

Bomann Fencing

(850) 557-0753

Est. 1980

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

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

Branching Out Tree Care Hazardous Tree Removal

Aerial Bucket Work • Tree Trimming

Free Estimates Licensed & Insured

Jeremy Hill

“Add some sparkle to your space.”

850.768.4155

(850) 482-5513

Ag Sprayers Sprayer Repair Parts Baler Twine

Graceville Goat, Sheep, Chicken Auction, LLC

nd

200-Amp Power Pole $269.95

Servicing Northwest Florida & Lower Alabama

100 - Amp Power Pole $179.95

We specialize in residential & commercial roofing projects.

We do new construction, replacement, and repairs for home & business. We do flat, shingle & metal roofs.

Florida Meter Pole Company, Inc.

Roofing Specialist

Delivery & Installation Available Rick Carnley - Lic. # EC-13006648

Call today for your free quote: FL: CCC1327331

(850) 547-1001

AL: S-44779

WATKINS PLUMBING, INC. • 24 Hr. Emergency Service • Reasonable Rates • Excellent Service • Specializing in Service Repair

Licensed & Insured • Lic. # RF11067251 Serving all of Jackson & Washington Counties

(850) 263-9796

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

Purebred Persian kittens; toy poodle puppies; Shih-Poo & Persian/Highlander cross, sweet lap pets, shots, wormed, health guarantee, $350 & up; 956-2091.

Privacy and Farm Fencing

263-4744 • 971 6th Ave., Graceville

(334) 200-3806 (334) 796-3866 creekwoodfencing@gmail.com

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Purchase this ad for ONLY $56.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

• No Buyer Premiums • Open to Public

Buyers & Sellers Welcome

Call (850) 263-3231

#AB3552

Dozer & Excavation Work

Registered Brangus bulls, 10-24 months old, $1,500 & up; Angus X Limousine bull, 3-years-old, $2,000; 836-4665.

nterprises Bush Paint & Supply Creekwood EInstallation of Chain Link,

850-573-2157 850-263-0793

CURRY FARMS

Animals/Livestock (cont.)

Contact Rick at 526-2183 or Anthony Register at 547-5600 Toll Free (888) 593-3415 Day or Night

Miscellaneous & Animals

850-272-2161

Sa

C&C Construction of Northwest Florida, LLC

Every Thursday: 5 PM - until

Nick Edenfield

Our Phone Number Has Changed!

Licensed & Insured

TATUM’S HARDWARE Hwy. 71 Marianna

850-326-0266

Walker’s Septic Teresa’s Cleaning Service

Agricultural Fencing/Satisfaction Guaranteed For all your fencing needs call

“Quality work at a fair price!”

850-326-8849

gibbsconcrete.com

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

850-638-4860 • Cellular 415-0385

Singlewide aluminum siding; metal roofing, very reasonably priced; 693-8541.

Pasture land, for lease, 100 acres or more; 234-7070.

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

On the FarmDelivered or Installed

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

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

#RM0048955

Horses; ponies; mules; 592-2494

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

Surveying/GIS/Utilities

“Home Folks Serving Home Folks”

547-3696

Homes & Offices

Fax: (850) 638-8069

S ervice , I nc .

Tri-County Gas S ervice , I nc .

Gibbs Concrete

(850) 638-0790

Cla

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Westville, Florida (New Hope)

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

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New Septic Installations 24/7 Pumping Services Septic Inspections Septic Repair Dirt Hauling Site Prep

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

Whitewater Environmental “Your turnkey septic company”

850.674.1000 ISSUE NOVEMBER 2016

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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Island stove, top-black, $100; 557-2746.

N

o matter the age of your home, it could benefit from an energy audit.

West Florida Electric offers free home energy audits conducted by an energy advisor, but you can get started on your own by identifying your home’s issues and implementing low-cost solutions that could save you money on your monthly electric bill.

There are five areas you should focus your attention when conducting a do-ityourself (DIY) energy audit: air leaks, insulation, heating & cooling, water heating and appliances & lighting.

Home/Farm

Well-fertilized Argentina Bahia grass hay, NE Holmes County, 4x5 rolls; 334-237-2549.

Find & Fix Air Leaks Hay, barn stored, Bahia grass, good quality, $40/roll; 209-0636.

Fertilized barn stored hay, 4x5 rolls; 258-0020.

Argentina Bahia hay, top quality, well-fertilized, net wrapped, 4x5 round rolls; 482-2942 or 557-2338.

Thinking about selling your home & land, but don’t know how to price it professionally!!!

Sunny South Properties Marianna, FL 32446

FREE HOME EVALUATIONS

(CMA)

Call Cecil L. Powell, REALTOR® 850-718-8166 (cell) 850-526-2891 (office) Cecillpowell@gmail.com

Need Your Account Balance?

Call 1.855.MYWFECA (1.855.699.3322) to get it!

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Begin by walking around and making a list of all the places where leaks could occur. Outside your home, you should inspect all areas where two different building materials meet. Pay particular attention to gaps where the foundation meets walls. Inspect all exterior corners where siding and chimneys meet and areas where foundations and exterior bricks or siding meet. Plug and caulk holes or penetrations for faucets, pipes, electrical outlets and wiring. Look for cracks and holes in the mortar, foundation, and siding and seal them with the appropriate material. 87488001 Another place you should check for air leaks is along baseboards or the edges of flooring and where walls meet ceilings. See if air flows through electrical outlets, switch plates, window frames, baseboards, weather-stripping around doors, fireplace dampers and attic hatches. Make sure you also check windows and doors for air leaks. Can you rattle them? Movement means possible air leaks. If you see daylight around door and window frames, then the door or window leaks. Seal these leaks by caulking or weather-stripping. Consider replacing old windows and doors with newer, high-performance ones. If that is too costly, install low-cost plastic sheets over windows instead.

A creative way to find leaks is to pressurize your home using fans then walk around and feel for air leaks. They’ll identify themselves if you place your hand over areas where you suspect leaks. Placing a little moisture on your hand intensifies the effect, making it even easier to find them.

Check Insulation Levels See if the level of attic and wall insulation is at least the minimum recommended amount.

Checking a wall’s insulation level may be tricky. Peek into them by removing the faceplate from an electrical outlet.

Select an exterior wall and turn off the circuit breakers, then test the outlets by plugging something in to make certain they are not “hot.”

Next, gently probe into the wall with a stick or screwdriver. If you

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Davis

and

Septic

Son’s Plumbing & Tank Service

• New Installation • Drainfield Repair/Replacement • Septic Tank Pumping & Service • Free Estimates

Bonifay: 956-4329 • Chipley: 638-5406 State Certified CFC1425994

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

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

Vehicles 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe 2WD, 210,000 miles, new tires, $4,000 as is; 635-1155, leave message or text.

1978 Olds Delta 88, collectible, garage kept, new Michelin tires; 638-1261, before 8:00 p.m.

1968 International 1600 loadstar, 1.5 ton truck w/metal body & electric tailgate w/6 wheels, $3,100; 334-652-2408.

1997 Mustang, one owner, less than 140,000 miles, 4 cylinder, good condition, $2,300; 768-3371.

Jamie Alday LICENSED & INSURED • 850-899-0059

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

Johnson’s

Farrier Service

Reliable, Professional Horseshoeing

Dewey Johnson (863) 529-5614 Corrective Shoeing & Trims

ISSUE NOVEMBER 2016

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

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

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

Sheets of flat steel, 16 gauge to 20 gauge; old signs; gas stuff; 415-1442

Fre e

Small Efficiency Changes Can Equal Real Savings

Appliances

E st

imates

Lee’s Headliners Automotive Headliner Replacement

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

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Purchase this ad for ONLY $42.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

Call (850) 263-3231

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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Real Estate (cont.)

Brick home, built in 1992, 3 miles east of Chattahoochee, new metal roof, heat/air, 2 masters, 2.5 baths, spacious, 2-car garage, lots of extras, $115,000; 567-3835 or 443-5063.

Home on 1 acre, 1,500 square feet, 3BR/2BA, Compass Lake in the Hills, property w/ amenities, owner financing available, $80,000 OBO; 693-5001, Archie Jones.

3BR/2BA house, 2317 Sweetgum Drive, priced to sell; 768-3371, to make appointment to see.

Brick home, 3BR/2BA, 1,840 square feet, 17 acres, Hwy. 81, Ponce de Leon, $189,900; 836-2560, Gail.

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 PAGE 14

How to Insulate Your Water Heater

J

ust like insulating your walls or roof, insulating your water heater tank is an easy and inexpensive way to improve its efficiency and save you money. If your water tank is new, chances Cover the whole tank except are it is already insulated. If temperature & pressure (T&P) you have an older tank, check to see if it has insulation with valve and drain an R-value of at least 24. If it doesn’t, consider insulating it to reduce standby heat losses by 2545 percent. It can also save you 7-16 percent in water heating costs. This should pay for itself in about a year.

You can find pre-cut jackets and blankets for around $20.

If you don’t know your water heater tank’s R-value, touch it – if the tank is warm to the touch, it needs additional insulation.

Here’s how to insulate your water heater tank: Step 1: Turn off the water heater at the breaker panel.

Step 2: Measure the height of the water heater and cut the blanket to fit if necessary.

Step 3: Leave the top of the water heater open.

Safety Note: Don’t set the thermostat above 130 Step 4: Wrap the blanket around degrees F on an electric water heater with an insulating the water heater and temporarily jacket or blanket - the wiring may overheat. tape it in place. Position the blanket so that the ends do not come together over the access panels on the side of the tank.

Step 5: Mark the areas, then cut holes where controls are located. Electric water heaters have two panels on the side of the tank. Mark the area where the pressure relief valve and pipe are located. This will be a pipe that protrudes from the side of the water heater. 61116007 Step 6: Adhere the blanket. Be careful to line up the cut out areas and then tape it permanently in place.

Step 7: Turn the water heater back on.

For an electric water heater, you might also consider insulating underneath the tank. A ridged piece of insulation (or bottom board) will help prevent heat loss into the floor and could save you another 4-9 percent of water heating energy.

On a safety note, the thermostat shouldn’t be set above 130 degrees on an electric water heater with an insulating jacket or blanket on it because the wiring could overheat.

Insulate Your Water Heater Tank

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

encounter some resistance, you have some insulation there. You could make a small hole in a closet, behind a couch or in some other unobtrusive place to see what is in the wall cavity. Exterior walls should be totally filled with some form of insulation.

Heating/Cooling Equipment Take a look at the system that keeps your home comfortable. Heating and cooling equipment are probably the largest energy consumers. Check your air filters and replace them as needed. They should be changed once each month.

If your unit is more than 15-years-old, consider replacing it with a newer, more efficient unit. Inspect duct work for dirt streaks, especially near seams.

These indicate air leaks and should be sealed. Make a note to insulate ducts or pipes that travel through unheated spaces.

Water Heaters Water heaters are the second largest energy user, so it is worth taking time to investigate them. Check the temperature settings and keep them set as low as possible. Place your hand on the tank to see if it is warm to the touch. If it is, it may be a candidate for an insulating blanket, especially if located in an unconditioned space. 18369005 Appliances & Lighting Check the door seals, temperature settings and for good air flow across the coils of your refrigerators and freezers. If you have an old refrigerator stored in the garage, consider getting rid of it. Old units are huge energy wasters.

Lighting can make up 6-7 percent of your electric bill. It is best to replace bulbs with CFLs or LEDs and keep them off when not needed. When considering a new appliance purchase, look for the most efficient models.

If you conduct a DIY audit and implement some of the changes recommended above, but are still experiencing problems or higher than usual electric bills, you may have another problem. Consider consulting our energy expert at WFEC for a free energy audit of your home. Professional energy audits include a walk-around and walk-through of your home to identify problems. Auditors will do a room-byroom examination and investigation of past utility bills. To schedule a professional energy audit, contact us at (800) 342-7400.

Home/Farm (cont.)

Bahia grass hay, barn stored, 4x4 rolls, $22.50, discount over 50 rolls; 579-2732.

Russell Bermuda hay, 4x5 net wrapped, barn kept, $40/roll; 592-4621.

Hay, Tifton #9, 5x5 rolls, $30, NE Jackson County near Lovedale/Paramore Communities; 592-4740.

Love seat, real good condition; 643-1959.

New Idea corn puller, one row, good condition; 768-9218.

Black V Diamond enclosed trailer, like new, 8.5x20, excellent condition, reasonable offer; 209-5410, call or text.

Coastal hay 5x5 rolls, excellent quality, covered; 592-4798.

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

850.768.3697 850.768.3114 ISSUE NOVEMBER 2016

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

3433 Pear Tree Lane Bonifay, FL 32425

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Miscellaneous Inflatables, start your party rental business today, 10 good units w/blowers & more, all in working order, pictures available, $15,000 OBO; 209-5410, call or text.

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

Gary McIntosh

(850) 593-0009

Licensed & Insured Free Estimates www.facebook.com/GreatratetreeServiceLLC

J&J Neel Construction, Inc.

Pump Sales & Service • Irrigation Systems • Water Treatment

Fred O’Neal II

Since 1969 • Licensed & Insured

Mulching, Excavation, Land Clearing

O’Neal’s Dozer Service, Inc. since

Office:

1977

Land Clearing • Rootraking • Road Building • Ponds Demolition

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

Stump Grinding Best Service

Best Prices

(850) 209-2105 Marianna, Florida

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

License Number: CMC1250499

We now have drive-on scales!

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

• Stainless Steel • Insulated Wires • Radiators • Alternators • Batteries

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

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

Mark Kriser, Owner

Make Your Life a Little Smoother

(850) 527-1964 Paving • Driveways • Parking Lots Asphault Repairs Markkriser@yahoo.com

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

We Buy the Following & More...

• Junk Cars • Copper & Brass • Aluminum • Air Conditioners • Lead

850-263-8064

Southern Paving

Scrap Metal & Prepared Steel

Closed

Thursdays Saturday Afternoons Sundays

Wright’s Recycling • 1928 Edenfield Dr. • Grand Ridge, FL • (850) 592-2634 PAGE 8

(850) 768-1734

Bush Well Drilling

If It Won’t Burn...We’ll Probably Buy It! We Buy Cars, Trucks & Equipment Competitive Prices

Adam Williams, Owner/Operator

Licensed & Insured

Glen Scott

20-Years Limited Warranty 21 Colors to Choose From

“Professional Service Reasonably Priced”

License #RC29027142 & License #RB29003143

Hoveround wheelchair, many accessories, $400; 548-5663.

AFFORDABLE SEAMLESS GUTTERS

Tree Removal - Pruning - Stump Grinding - Tractor Work Bush Hogging - Driveways - Dirtwork

FREE ESTIMATES (850) 209-5757

Firewood, seasoned, cut & split, $75 rack, fresh cut, $50 rack/$100, Marianna area, no deliveries cash & carry; 272-8600.

Electric Razor scooter w/ charger & new battery, great condition, pics available by request, $125; 557-7514, text.

Great Rate Tree Service, LLC

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

• Cell:

850-573-1229

Real Estate (cont.)

Five acres, Hwy. 273 in Graceville, good location, nice for home site, $27,000; 260-1755.

1996 14x70 3BR/2BA mobile home, must be moved, vinyl siding, vinyl lap skirting, shingled roof, laminate flooring, $6,000 OBO; 326-2519 or 326-0884.

1988 Destiny 28x80 mobile home, 4BR/3BA, very good condition; 547-2068.

Beautiful 2 acre property, GOLF CART SALES 2BR/2BA mobile home, 3 large outbuildings, carport, located & SERVICE in very pretty part of Marianna; Xtreme Southern Kustomizing 557-0718.

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

Woodham Rd., Graceville, FL

Family Dentistry of Chipley 415-1411 Family Dentistry of Bonifay 547-9290 Most Insurances Accepted New Chipley Location Cosmetic, General & Family Dentistry

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

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Purchase this ad size for ONLY $42.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

Call (850) 263-3231

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

New & Emergency Patients Welcome

Dr. Ernie Hooper, Dr. John Wilson, Dr. Brian Parker & Dr. Hilary Whitaker 1410-A Brickyard Rd, Chipley ...................................... 415-1411 110 E. North Ave, Bonifay ............................................ 547-9290 ISSUE NOVEMBER 2016

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

4673 HIGHWAY 90 E.

MARIANNA (Across from CVS)

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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Real Estate

Miscellaneous (cont.)

Chicken Pie Submitted by: Judy Alexander

Lake front gem, all systems replaced, 2BR/2BA, new air/ heat, metal roof, beautiful setting on mirror lake, $136,900; 813-205-7740.

Ingredients: 1 cup chicken, cooked & deboned 1 1/2 cup chicken broth 1 can cream of chicken soup (undiluted) 1 cup self-rising flour 1 cup milk 1 stick margarine (melted) salt & pepper to taste chopped onion (if desired)

10 acres in Clarksville, power & cleared home site, 2 miles from Chipola River on well-maintained county road, stream & food plot, hardwoods plus planted pines, $55,000; 237-1739 or 334-726-7619.

Toro zero turn 44” cut mower, $900 negotiable; 592-5249.

Blueberry & Muscadine plants, in 6” pots; 674-4708.

Directions: Cut up chicken & place in casserole dish. Combine soup & broth, pour over chicken. Mix dry ingredients with milk & margarine. Pour that over chicken as well. Bake 35 to 40 minutes in a 425 degree oven until golden brown.

Panhandle Tractor

Together We

Brown

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

Can Stay Safe

Pump Repair

638-9355 or 638-7739 www.brownpumprepair.com Touchton’s Barns & Sheds

Clark’s Well Drilling & Pump Repair Digging too close to a padmounted transformer like the one above can damage underground cables, leading to electrical shock or interruptions in service. Use caution when landscaping.

Call 811 before you dig and stay safe.

PAGE 12

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

SURVEYOR

Roger Lonsway Home Office: 638-7412

Mobile: 260-5438

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

John White Owner

3024 Firefly Lane Vernon, FL 32462

• Pole Barns • Equipment Sheds • Enclosed Sheds, Etc.

Over 20 years experience

Florida Licensed Surveyor since 1969

Over 40 Years Experience License #2252

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

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

“We Work to please YOU”

Audio books, westerns, romance & mysteries, $5 each; 579-1070.

(850) 307-4449

Concrete finishing machine

by Stone, 42” pro-pitch power trowel, 13 hp Honda motor, less than 20 hours, has original blades, $2,500 firm; 674-5026 or 643-1723.

Eight pieces 10’x4’ galvanized dog run, 2 gates, 32”x40”, $200; roof panels, 4’x12’, aluminum, $150; 703-9134.

Electric wood splitter, in good shape, $130; 762-2385.

Sunvision Pro 24S tanning bed, excellent condition, needs new bulbs, digital, $800 firm; 768-4812.

General Contractor’s License #CBC1256015 Email: touchtonsbarnsandsheds@yahoo.com

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 NOVEMBER 2016

Monitor Your Usage Call 1.855.MYWFECA (1.855.699.3322)

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

PAGE 9

Multiple Listings Portable air conditioning unit w/fan, measures 2.5’ high, 16” wide, 12” depth; pistol w/strap & scope; 703-282-5339.

Square bale annual peanut hay; Bahia grass round bales, 5x5; grain fed beef; black & white faced bull; 263-3427.

Gold’s Gym strider trainer 410 elliptical, $75; Sears/Craftsman 10” radial saw, 2.5 hp, $100; Sierra Quest 26” men’s bicycle, $5; 326-5892.

9+ piece Foley-Belsaw saw sharpening equipment, $2,500, excellent condition; windows, assorted sizes, $25+; jet bathtub, $100 OBO; 547-3550.

Wall mirror, $20; king mattress topper, $25; formal dresses, $60; 2 antique candle holders, $15; omelet pan, $5; 547-5019.

O&L FARMS Square Bales Available for Sale Perennial Peanut - A Forage

Legume of Commercial Importance

Perennial Peanut is a high-quality persistent tropical forage legume that can be grazed or fed to horses, dairy and beef cattle, hogs, goats, sheep, and rabbits. It can be stored as dry hay or silage and is an ideal substitute for imported alfalfa.

Art Little

PAGE 10

(850) 547-1794 (850) 303-4364

Winter Savings Start Here

T

he cost of generating electricity is constantly changing. The kilowatt-hour delivered at dinner time costs more to generate than the one delivered at midnight. There are two major factors that affect the price of electricity – the price of fuel needed to generate power (such as coal or natural gas) and the demand for power at any given time. Simply put, when the demand for energy goes up, so do the costs. West Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC) works to reduce these peaks, helping to lower the cost of energy for our members.

WFEC, along with our wholesale power provider, PowerSouth, must match the amount of electricity generated to the amount being consumed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. As consumers use more electricity, we must increase the amount of resources available to supply that energy.

For us, peaks are most likely to occur on the coldest mornings in winter between 5:00 and 9:00 a.m. and on the hottest afternoons of the summer between 2:00 and 7:00 p.m.

These are the times of day when our members use the most energy in their homes. Over time, your cooperative sets higher and higher peaks, creating the need to purchase capacity that is more expensive. Although our summers in Northwest Florida are hot and humid, WFEC continues to set a winter peak – the most electricity used at any one time of the year. 45512001 Because peak demand has a great influence on energy rates, all of our members have a stake in reducing the peak. All members can help lower peak demand by changing when we use electricity in our homes. By changing our usage patterns, we can all work together to lower energy costs.

During peak hours: • Set your thermostat to 68 degrees during winter months.

• Don’t do laundry, run the dishwasher, iron, clean, etc. during non-peak hours.

Peak hours are 5:00 – 9:00 a.m. during winter months.

• Avoid using the oven during peak hours.

A microwave is much more efficient.

• Don’t take showers or baths.

• Unplug unnecessary electric appliances and equipment.

• Only use the cold water cycle to wash clothes.

• Conserve electricity by turning off lights when you leave a room.

Observing energy efficiency habits can also help reduce your energy usage.

Here are some tips to consider implementing into your family’s routine this winter: • Add carpeting or rugs to retain heat and add comfort, especially if there is little or no floor insulation.

• Keep furniture, carpeting and curtains from blocking vents and return air ducts.

• Raise temperatures on your thermostat slowly to keep your bill lower.

Quickly raising your heat pump’s temperature activates the heat strip, which uses additional energy.

• Space heaters are great for spot heating, but they are much less energy efficient than heat pumps. If you choose to use portable heaters, keep them away from flammable materials.

Never use an oven to heat your home.

Kitchen ovens were never designed for heating homes - only cooking food. With gas ranges, carbon monoxide is a dangerous, odorless gas that could be hanging around in your kitchen. Carbon monoxide is deadly.

• Open drapes during the day to allow sunlight to naturally heat your home and close them at night to reduce the chill you may feel from cold windows.

• Keep heat in by closing your attic, basement, garage and exterior doors to prevent cold drafts.

• Change your air filters. Dirty filters make your heating system work harder, using more energy. Simply replace your disposable filter or clean your washable one every month.

Clean filters can also cut down on dust. 38497001 By reducing the amount of power consumed during peak periods, we can reduce our total wholesale power supply costs and help keep your rates low. For us, saving starts here.

Peak Hours: 5:00-9:00 a.m.

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

ISSUE NOVEMBER 2016

Multiple Listings (cont.)

MF230 diesel farm tractor, one owner, low hours & great running condition, $4,800; wood fence posts, you pick, $3.50 each; 590-3479.

Trail horse, 8-years-old; barrel, roping, pleasure saddles; tack; horse drawn wagon; 27 ton Craftsman log splitter; coon dogs; 592-2494.

1970 Ford truck bed, short wheel base; other 1970 Ford truck parts; pull cart w/dump body for ATV or mower; 592-4798.

Gold love seat, very good condition; 1990 Cadillac Seville; 592-6921.

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Purchase this ad for ONLY $70.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

Call (850) 263-3231

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

PAGE 11

Multiple Listings Portable air conditioning unit w/fan, measures 2.5’ high, 16” wide, 12” depth; pistol w/strap & scope; 703-282-5339.

Square bale annual peanut hay; Bahia grass round bales, 5x5; grain fed beef; black & white faced bull; 263-3427.

Gold’s Gym strider trainer 410 elliptical, $75; Sears/Craftsman 10” radial saw, 2.5 hp, $100; Sierra Quest 26” men’s bicycle, $5; 326-5892.

9+ piece Foley-Belsaw saw sharpening equipment, $2,500, excellent condition; windows, assorted sizes, $25+; jet bathtub, $100 OBO; 547-3550.

Wall mirror, $20; king mattress topper, $25; formal dresses, $60; 2 antique candle holders, $15; omelet pan, $5; 547-5019.

O&L FARMS Square Bales Available for Sale Perennial Peanut - A Forage

Legume of Commercial Importance

Perennial Peanut is a high-quality persistent tropical forage legume that can be grazed or fed to horses, dairy and beef cattle, hogs, goats, sheep, and rabbits. It can be stored as dry hay or silage and is an ideal substitute for imported alfalfa.

Art Little

PAGE 10

(850) 547-1794 (850) 303-4364

Winter Savings Start Here

T

he cost of generating electricity is constantly changing. The kilowatt-hour delivered at dinner time costs more to generate than the one delivered at midnight. There are two major factors that affect the price of electricity – the price of fuel needed to generate power (such as coal or natural gas) and the demand for power at any given time. Simply put, when the demand for energy goes up, so do the costs. West Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC) works to reduce these peaks, helping to lower the cost of energy for our members.

WFEC, along with our wholesale power provider, PowerSouth, must match the amount of electricity generated to the amount being consumed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. As consumers use more electricity, we must increase the amount of resources available to supply that energy.

For us, peaks are most likely to occur on the coldest mornings in winter between 5:00 and 9:00 a.m. and on the hottest afternoons of the summer between 2:00 and 7:00 p.m.

These are the times of day when our members use the most energy in their homes. Over time, your cooperative sets higher and higher peaks, creating the need to purchase capacity that is more expensive. Although our summers in Northwest Florida are hot and humid, WFEC continues to set a winter peak – the most electricity used at any one time of the year. 45512001 Because peak demand has a great influence on energy rates, all of our members have a stake in reducing the peak. All members can help lower peak demand by changing when we use electricity in our homes. By changing our usage patterns, we can all work together to lower energy costs.

During peak hours: • Set your thermostat to 68 degrees during winter months.

• Don’t do laundry, run the dishwasher, iron, clean, etc. during non-peak hours.

Peak hours are 5:00 – 9:00 a.m. during winter months.

• Avoid using the oven during peak hours.

A microwave is much more efficient.

• Don’t take showers or baths.

• Unplug unnecessary electric appliances and equipment.

• Only use the cold water cycle to wash clothes.

• Conserve electricity by turning off lights when you leave a room.

Observing energy efficiency habits can also help reduce your energy usage.

Here are some tips to consider implementing into your family’s routine this winter: • Add carpeting or rugs to retain heat and add comfort, especially if there is little or no floor insulation.

• Keep furniture, carpeting and curtains from blocking vents and return air ducts.

• Raise temperatures on your thermostat slowly to keep your bill lower.

Quickly raising your heat pump’s temperature activates the heat strip, which uses additional energy.

• Space heaters are great for spot heating, but they are much less energy efficient than heat pumps. If you choose to use portable heaters, keep them away from flammable materials.

Never use an oven to heat your home.

Kitchen ovens were never designed for heating homes - only cooking food. With gas ranges, carbon monoxide is a dangerous, odorless gas that could be hanging around in your kitchen. Carbon monoxide is deadly.

• Open drapes during the day to allow sunlight to naturally heat your home and close them at night to reduce the chill you may feel from cold windows.

• Keep heat in by closing your attic, basement, garage and exterior doors to prevent cold drafts.

• Change your air filters. Dirty filters make your heating system work harder, using more energy. Simply replace your disposable filter or clean your washable one every month.

Clean filters can also cut down on dust. 38497001 By reducing the amount of power consumed during peak periods, we can reduce our total wholesale power supply costs and help keep your rates low. For us, saving starts here.

Peak Hours: 5:00-9:00 a.m.

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

ISSUE NOVEMBER 2016

Multiple Listings (cont.)

MF230 diesel farm tractor, one owner, low hours & great running condition, $4,800; wood fence posts, you pick, $3.50 each; 590-3479.

Trail horse, 8-years-old; barrel, roping, pleasure saddles; tack; horse drawn wagon; 27 ton Craftsman log splitter; coon dogs; 592-2494.

1970 Ford truck bed, short wheel base; other 1970 Ford truck parts; pull cart w/dump body for ATV or mower; 592-4798.

Gold love seat, very good condition; 1990 Cadillac Seville; 592-6921.

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Purchase this ad for ONLY $70.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

Call (850) 263-3231

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

PAGE 11

Real Estate

Miscellaneous (cont.)

Chicken Pie Submitted by: Judy Alexander

Lake front gem, all systems replaced, 2BR/2BA, new air/ heat, metal roof, beautiful setting on mirror lake, $136,900; 813-205-7740.

Ingredients: 1 cup chicken, cooked & deboned 1 1/2 cup chicken broth 1 can cream of chicken soup (undiluted) 1 cup self-rising flour 1 cup milk 1 stick margarine (melted) salt & pepper to taste chopped onion (if desired)

10 acres in Clarksville, power & cleared home site, 2 miles from Chipola River on well-maintained county road, stream & food plot, hardwoods plus planted pines, $55,000; 237-1739 or 334-726-7619.

Toro zero turn 44” cut mower, $900 negotiable; 592-5249.

Blueberry & Muscadine plants, in 6” pots; 674-4708.

Directions: Cut up chicken & place in casserole dish. Combine soup & broth, pour over chicken. Mix dry ingredients with milk & margarine. Pour that over chicken as well. Bake 35 to 40 minutes in a 425 degree oven until golden brown.

Panhandle Tractor

Together We

Brown

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

Can Stay Safe

Pump Repair

638-9355 or 638-7739 www.brownpumprepair.com Touchton’s Barns & Sheds

Clark’s Well Drilling & Pump Repair Digging too close to a padmounted transformer like the one above can damage underground cables, leading to electrical shock or interruptions in service. Use caution when landscaping.

Call 811 before you dig and stay safe.

PAGE 12

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

SURVEYOR

Roger Lonsway Home Office: 638-7412

Mobile: 260-5438

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

John White Owner

3024 Firefly Lane Vernon, FL 32462

• Pole Barns • Equipment Sheds • Enclosed Sheds, Etc.

Over 20 years experience

Florida Licensed Surveyor since 1969

Over 40 Years Experience License #2252

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

CURRENT LIGHT FLASHES

“We Work to please YOU”

Audio books, westerns, romance & mysteries, $5 each; 579-1070.

(850) 307-4449

Concrete finishing machine

by Stone, 42” pro-pitch power trowel, 13 hp Honda motor, less than 20 hours, has original blades, $2,500 firm; 674-5026 or 643-1723.

Eight pieces 10’x4’ galvanized dog run, 2 gates, 32”x40”, $200; roof panels, 4’x12’, aluminum, $150; 703-9134.

Electric wood splitter, in good shape, $130; 762-2385.

Sunvision Pro 24S tanning bed, excellent condition, needs new bulbs, digital, $800 firm; 768-4812.

General Contractor’s License #CBC1256015 Email: touchtonsbarnsandsheds@yahoo.com

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 NOVEMBER 2016

Monitor Your Usage Call 1.855.MYWFECA (1.855.699.3322)

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

PAGE 9

Miscellaneous Inflatables, start your party rental business today, 10 good units w/blowers & more, all in working order, pictures available, $15,000 OBO; 209-5410, call or text.

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

Gary McIntosh

(850) 593-0009

Licensed & Insured Free Estimates www.facebook.com/GreatratetreeServiceLLC

J&J Neel Construction, Inc.

Pump Sales & Service • Irrigation Systems • Water Treatment

Fred O’Neal II

Since 1969 • Licensed & Insured

Mulching, Excavation, Land Clearing

O’Neal’s Dozer Service, Inc. since

Office:

1977

Land Clearing • Rootraking • Road Building • Ponds Demolition

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

Stump Grinding Best Service

Best Prices

(850) 209-2105 Marianna, Florida

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

License Number: CMC1250499

We now have drive-on scales!

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

• Stainless Steel • Insulated Wires • Radiators • Alternators • Batteries

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

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

Mark Kriser, Owner

Make Your Life a Little Smoother

(850) 527-1964 Paving • Driveways • Parking Lots Asphault Repairs Markkriser@yahoo.com

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

We Buy the Following & More...

• Junk Cars • Copper & Brass • Aluminum • Air Conditioners • Lead

850-263-8064

Southern Paving

Scrap Metal & Prepared Steel

Closed

Thursdays Saturday Afternoons Sundays

Wright’s Recycling • 1928 Edenfield Dr. • Grand Ridge, FL • (850) 592-2634 PAGE 8

(850) 768-1734

Bush Well Drilling

If It Won’t Burn...We’ll Probably Buy It! We Buy Cars, Trucks & Equipment Competitive Prices

Adam Williams, Owner/Operator

Licensed & Insured

Glen Scott

20-Years Limited Warranty 21 Colors to Choose From

“Professional Service Reasonably Priced”

License #RC29027142 & License #RB29003143

Hoveround wheelchair, many accessories, $400; 548-5663.

AFFORDABLE SEAMLESS GUTTERS

Tree Removal - Pruning - Stump Grinding - Tractor Work Bush Hogging - Driveways - Dirtwork

FREE ESTIMATES (850) 209-5757

Firewood, seasoned, cut & split, $75 rack, fresh cut, $50 rack/$100, Marianna area, no deliveries cash & carry; 272-8600.

Electric Razor scooter w/ charger & new battery, great condition, pics available by request, $125; 557-7514, text.

Great Rate Tree Service, LLC

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• Cell:

850-573-1229

Real Estate (cont.)

Five acres, Hwy. 273 in Graceville, good location, nice for home site, $27,000; 260-1755.

1996 14x70 3BR/2BA mobile home, must be moved, vinyl siding, vinyl lap skirting, shingled roof, laminate flooring, $6,000 OBO; 326-2519 or 326-0884.

1988 Destiny 28x80 mobile home, 4BR/3BA, very good condition; 547-2068.

Beautiful 2 acre property, GOLF CART SALES 2BR/2BA mobile home, 3 large outbuildings, carport, located & SERVICE in very pretty part of Marianna; Xtreme Southern Kustomizing 557-0718.

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

Woodham Rd., Graceville, FL

Family Dentistry of Chipley 415-1411 Family Dentistry of Bonifay 547-9290 Most Insurances Accepted New Chipley Location Cosmetic, General & Family Dentistry

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

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Real Estate (cont.)

Brick home, built in 1992, 3 miles east of Chattahoochee, new metal roof, heat/air, 2 masters, 2.5 baths, spacious, 2-car garage, lots of extras, $115,000; 567-3835 or 443-5063.

Home on 1 acre, 1,500 square feet, 3BR/2BA, Compass Lake in the Hills, property w/ amenities, owner financing available, $80,000 OBO; 693-5001, Archie Jones.

3BR/2BA house, 2317 Sweetgum Drive, priced to sell; 768-3371, to make appointment to see.

Brick home, 3BR/2BA, 1,840 square feet, 17 acres, Hwy. 81, Ponce de Leon, $189,900; 836-2560, Gail.

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

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How to Insulate Your Water Heater

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ust like insulating your walls or roof, insulating your water heater tank is an easy and inexpensive way to improve its efficiency and save you money. If your water tank is new, chances Cover the whole tank except are it is already insulated. If temperature & pressure (T&P) you have an older tank, check to see if it has insulation with valve and drain an R-value of at least 24. If it doesn’t, consider insulating it to reduce standby heat losses by 2545 percent. It can also save you 7-16 percent in water heating costs. This should pay for itself in about a year.

You can find pre-cut jackets and blankets for around $20.

If you don’t know your water heater tank’s R-value, touch it – if the tank is warm to the touch, it needs additional insulation.

Here’s how to insulate your water heater tank: Step 1: Turn off the water heater at the breaker panel.

Step 2: Measure the height of the water heater and cut the blanket to fit if necessary.

Step 3: Leave the top of the water heater open.

Safety Note: Don’t set the thermostat above 130 Step 4: Wrap the blanket around degrees F on an electric water heater with an insulating the water heater and temporarily jacket or blanket - the wiring may overheat. tape it in place. Position the blanket so that the ends do not come together over the access panels on the side of the tank.

Step 5: Mark the areas, then cut holes where controls are located. Electric water heaters have two panels on the side of the tank. Mark the area where the pressure relief valve and pipe are located. This will be a pipe that protrudes from the side of the water heater. 61116007 Step 6: Adhere the blanket. Be careful to line up the cut out areas and then tape it permanently in place.

Step 7: Turn the water heater back on.

For an electric water heater, you might also consider insulating underneath the tank. A ridged piece of insulation (or bottom board) will help prevent heat loss into the floor and could save you another 4-9 percent of water heating energy.

On a safety note, the thermostat shouldn’t be set above 130 degrees on an electric water heater with an insulating jacket or blanket on it because the wiring could overheat.

Insulate Your Water Heater Tank

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encounter some resistance, you have some insulation there. You could make a small hole in a closet, behind a couch or in some other unobtrusive place to see what is in the wall cavity. Exterior walls should be totally filled with some form of insulation.

Heating/Cooling Equipment Take a look at the system that keeps your home comfortable. Heating and cooling equipment are probably the largest energy consumers. Check your air filters and replace them as needed. They should be changed once each month.

If your unit is more than 15-years-old, consider replacing it with a newer, more efficient unit. Inspect duct work for dirt streaks, especially near seams.

These indicate air leaks and should be sealed. Make a note to insulate ducts or pipes that travel through unheated spaces.

Water Heaters Water heaters are the second largest energy user, so it is worth taking time to investigate them. Check the temperature settings and keep them set as low as possible. Place your hand on the tank to see if it is warm to the touch. If it is, it may be a candidate for an insulating blanket, especially if located in an unconditioned space. 18369005 Appliances & Lighting Check the door seals, temperature settings and for good air flow across the coils of your refrigerators and freezers. If you have an old refrigerator stored in the garage, consider getting rid of it. Old units are huge energy wasters.

Lighting can make up 6-7 percent of your electric bill. It is best to replace bulbs with CFLs or LEDs and keep them off when not needed. When considering a new appliance purchase, look for the most efficient models.

If you conduct a DIY audit and implement some of the changes recommended above, but are still experiencing problems or higher than usual electric bills, you may have another problem. Consider consulting our energy expert at WFEC for a free energy audit of your home. Professional energy audits include a walk-around and walk-through of your home to identify problems. Auditors will do a room-byroom examination and investigation of past utility bills. To schedule a professional energy audit, contact us at (800) 342-7400.

Home/Farm (cont.)

Bahia grass hay, barn stored, 4x4 rolls, $22.50, discount over 50 rolls; 579-2732.

Russell Bermuda hay, 4x5 net wrapped, barn kept, $40/roll; 592-4621.

Hay, Tifton #9, 5x5 rolls, $30, NE Jackson County near Lovedale/Paramore Communities; 592-4740.

Love seat, real good condition; 643-1959.

New Idea corn puller, one row, good condition; 768-9218.

Black V Diamond enclosed trailer, like new, 8.5x20, excellent condition, reasonable offer; 209-5410, call or text.

Coastal hay 5x5 rolls, excellent quality, covered; 592-4798.

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

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Island stove, top-black, $100; 557-2746.

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o matter the age of your home, it could benefit from an energy audit.

West Florida Electric offers free home energy audits conducted by an energy advisor, but you can get started on your own by identifying your home’s issues and implementing low-cost solutions that could save you money on your monthly electric bill.

There are five areas you should focus your attention when conducting a do-ityourself (DIY) energy audit: air leaks, insulation, heating & cooling, water heating and appliances & lighting.

Home/Farm

Well-fertilized Argentina Bahia grass hay, NE Holmes County, 4x5 rolls; 334-237-2549.

Find & Fix Air Leaks Hay, barn stored, Bahia grass, good quality, $40/roll; 209-0636.

Fertilized barn stored hay, 4x5 rolls; 258-0020.

Argentina Bahia hay, top quality, well-fertilized, net wrapped, 4x5 round rolls; 482-2942 or 557-2338.

Thinking about selling your home & land, but don’t know how to price it professionally!!!

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Begin by walking around and making a list of all the places where leaks could occur. Outside your home, you should inspect all areas where two different building materials meet. Pay particular attention to gaps where the foundation meets walls. Inspect all exterior corners where siding and chimneys meet and areas where foundations and exterior bricks or siding meet. Plug and caulk holes or penetrations for faucets, pipes, electrical outlets and wiring. Look for cracks and holes in the mortar, foundation, and siding and seal them with the appropriate material. 87488001 Another place you should check for air leaks is along baseboards or the edges of flooring and where walls meet ceilings. See if air flows through electrical outlets, switch plates, window frames, baseboards, weather-stripping around doors, fireplace dampers and attic hatches. Make sure you also check windows and doors for air leaks. Can you rattle them? Movement means possible air leaks. If you see daylight around door and window frames, then the door or window leaks. Seal these leaks by caulking or weather-stripping. Consider replacing old windows and doors with newer, high-performance ones. If that is too costly, install low-cost plastic sheets over windows instead.

A creative way to find leaks is to pressurize your home using fans then walk around and feel for air leaks. They’ll identify themselves if you place your hand over areas where you suspect leaks. Placing a little moisture on your hand intensifies the effect, making it even easier to find them.

Check Insulation Levels See if the level of attic and wall insulation is at least the minimum recommended amount.

Checking a wall’s insulation level may be tricky. Peek into them by removing the faceplate from an electrical outlet.

Select an exterior wall and turn off the circuit breakers, then test the outlets by plugging something in to make certain they are not “hot.”

Next, gently probe into the wall with a stick or screwdriver. If you

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Davis

and

Septic

Son’s Plumbing & Tank Service

• New Installation • Drainfield Repair/Replacement • Septic Tank Pumping & Service • Free Estimates

Bonifay: 956-4329 • Chipley: 638-5406 State Certified CFC1425994

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

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

Vehicles 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe 2WD, 210,000 miles, new tires, $4,000 as is; 635-1155, leave message or text.

1978 Olds Delta 88, collectible, garage kept, new Michelin tires; 638-1261, before 8:00 p.m.

1968 International 1600 loadstar, 1.5 ton truck w/metal body & electric tailgate w/6 wheels, $3,100; 334-652-2408.

1997 Mustang, one owner, less than 140,000 miles, 4 cylinder, good condition, $2,300; 768-3371.

Jamie Alday LICENSED & INSURED • 850-899-0059

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

Johnson’s

Farrier Service

Reliable, Professional Horseshoeing

Dewey Johnson (863) 529-5614 Corrective Shoeing & Trims

ISSUE NOVEMBER 2016

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

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

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

Sheets of flat steel, 16 gauge to 20 gauge; old signs; gas stuff; 415-1442

Fre e

Small Efficiency Changes Can Equal Real Savings

Appliances

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Lee’s Headliners Automotive Headliner Replacement

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

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Purchase this ad for ONLY $42.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

Call (850) 263-3231

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Tri-County Gas

Two Rhode Island pullets; one Bluetick or Redbone hound puppy; 569-2304

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

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

Gas, oil, automotive or any other related signs; gas pumps; oil cans, etc.; 209-2012.

Centipede Seed

southeasternsurveying.com

Licensed & Insured

Bomann Fencing

(850) 557-0753

Est. 1980

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

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

Branching Out Tree Care Hazardous Tree Removal

Aerial Bucket Work • Tree Trimming

Free Estimates Licensed & Insured

Jeremy Hill

“Add some sparkle to your space.”

850.768.4155

(850) 482-5513

Ag Sprayers Sprayer Repair Parts Baler Twine

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200-Amp Power Pole $269.95

Servicing Northwest Florida & Lower Alabama

100 - Amp Power Pole $179.95

We specialize in residential & commercial roofing projects.

We do new construction, replacement, and repairs for home & business. We do flat, shingle & metal roofs.

Florida Meter Pole Company, Inc.

Roofing Specialist

Delivery & Installation Available Rick Carnley - Lic. # EC-13006648

Call today for your free quote: FL: CCC1327331

(850) 547-1001

AL: S-44779

WATKINS PLUMBING, INC. • 24 Hr. Emergency Service • Reasonable Rates • Excellent Service • Specializing in Service Repair

Licensed & Insured • Lic. # RF11067251 Serving all of Jackson & Washington Counties

(850) 263-9796

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

Purebred Persian kittens; toy poodle puppies; Shih-Poo & Persian/Highlander cross, sweet lap pets, shots, wormed, health guarantee, $350 & up; 956-2091.

Privacy and Farm Fencing

263-4744 • 971 6th Ave., Graceville

(334) 200-3806 (334) 796-3866 creekwoodfencing@gmail.com

ADVERTISE IN THE CLF!!!

Purchase this ad for ONLY $56.00/month.

Reach over 21,000 local residences.

• No Buyer Premiums • Open to Public

Buyers & Sellers Welcome

Call (850) 263-3231

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Dozer & Excavation Work

Registered Brangus bulls, 10-24 months old, $1,500 & up; Angus X Limousine bull, 3-years-old, $2,000; 836-4665.

nterprises Bush Paint & Supply Creekwood EInstallation of Chain Link,

850-573-2157 850-263-0793

CURRY FARMS

Animals/Livestock (cont.)

Contact Rick at 526-2183 or Anthony Register at 547-5600 Toll Free (888) 593-3415 Day or Night

Miscellaneous & Animals

850-272-2161

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C&C Construction of Northwest Florida, LLC

Every Thursday: 5 PM - until

Nick Edenfield

Our Phone Number Has Changed!

Licensed & Insured

TATUM’S HARDWARE Hwy. 71 Marianna

850-326-0266

Walker’s Septic Teresa’s Cleaning Service

Agricultural Fencing/Satisfaction Guaranteed For all your fencing needs call

“Quality work at a fair price!”

850-326-8849

gibbsconcrete.com

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

850-638-4860 • Cellular 415-0385

Singlewide aluminum siding; metal roofing, very reasonably priced; 693-8541.

Pasture land, for lease, 100 acres or more; 234-7070.

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

On the FarmDelivered or Installed

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

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

#RM0048955

Horses; ponies; mules; 592-2494

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

Surveying/GIS/Utilities

“Home Folks Serving Home Folks”

547-3696

Homes & Offices

Fax: (850) 638-8069

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Gibbs Concrete

(850) 638-0790

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Westville, Florida (New Hope)

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

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New Septic Installations 24/7 Pumping Services Septic Inspections Septic Repair Dirt Hauling Site Prep

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

Whitewater Environmental “Your turnkey septic company”

850.674.1000 ISSUE NOVEMBER 2016

TOLL FREE OUTAGE HOTLINE: 1.844.OUTAGE1 (844.688.2431)

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Animals/Livestock (cont.)

Two-year-old Red Bloodhound, male, only $150 or will trade for fire arm or ammo; 614-1088.

Gamebirds, chucker, pheasant, Georgia Giant quail; GSP puppies; 693-5001, Archie Jones.

Although many homeowners tackling do-it-yourself digging projects are aware of “Call Before You Dig” services, the majority don’t take advantage of the service.

A national survey showed that only 50 percent of homeowners called to have their lines marked before starting digging projects, according to the Common Ground Alliance (CGA), a federally mandated group of underground utility and damage prevention industry professionals. CGA data also shows that an underground utility line is damaged every six minutes in the U.S. because someone decided to dig without first dialing 811.

Even simple tasks like installing a new mailbox post can damage utility lines, which can disrupt service to an entire neighborhood, harm diggers and potentially result in fines and repair costs.

Never assume the location or depth of underground utility lines. There’s no need: the 811 service is free, prevents the inconvenience of having utilities interrupted and can help you avoid serious injury. For more information about local services, visit www.call811.com.

Jackson Farm Well Services Patrick Jackson

850-592-9530 or 850-573-6623

ALDAY’S Bobcat & Tree Service Licensed & Insured LI20000696600

Josh Alday

(850) 209-2501

Stacey Alday

Owner/Operator (850) 557-7290

Hometown Bankers serving our hometowns

Community Calendar

FREE

Campbellton School Reunion Saturday, November 5; 10:00 a.m.

First Baptist Church, Campbellton Everyone who attended or was affiliated with Campbellton School is invited to attend this event. There will be a covered dish lunch in the fellowship hall of the church. For more information, contact Danny Taylor at 263-4816 or 625-0148.

Building a Basic Pantry Thursday, November 10; 6:00-8:00 p.m.

First Baptist Church, 311 N. Waukesha Street, Bonifay Learn how to set up a basic, well-equipped pantry and ways to use preserved foods in everyday meals. Registration fee is $5 and includes class materials.

Space is limited. Pre-registration is required by contacting the Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108, or the Washington County Extension Office, 6386265. University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution. For persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations, please contact 850-547-1108 (TDD, via Florida Relay Service, 1-800-955-8771) at least five working days prior to the class so that proper consideration may be given to the request.

Beyond the Loaf Bread Making Class Tuesday, November 15; 6:00-8:30 p.m.

Washington County Ag Center, 1424 Jackson Avenue, Chipley Learn the basics of making flatbread, crackers, hamburger and hot dog buns, and other non-loaf breads. Registration fee is $5 and includes class materials.

Pre-registration is required by contacting the Holmes County Extension Office, 547-1108, or the Washington County Extension Office, 638-6265. University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution.

43rd Annual Farm City Festival November 18-19 Jackson County Ag Center, 3631 Hwy. 90 West, Marianna Many events will take place over this two-day festival starting with the Farm City Breakfast on November 18. There will also be a tractor drive, static display of antique tractors at Madison Street Park, a lawnmower pull, a tractor pull, arts & crafts vendors, good, agricultural displays, Bluegrass music and more. Vendors are needed as well. Contact the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce at 482-8060 for more information or to sign up as a vendor.

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

Marisa Everett, Don Nowell, Sandy Spear, Wesley Whitaker, Debbie Arnold Serving Holmes, Jackson, and Washington Counties www.ffbf.com PAGE 4

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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 NOVEMBER 2016

Refrigerator, works well, you pick up; 547-3702 Two large longleaf pine trees, open area, fine lumber, you cut, you take, plus $250 cash; 209-7028.

1968 Gulbranson organ, works & needs someone to play it; 263-7371, Rodney.

Jazzy 600 power chair, does not work, needs cleaning; 703-4031.

McIntosh

Outboard & Small Engine Grand Ridge

Sneads

We buy boats & motors!

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

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

Lic# RM0048955

• Special rates for weekly or monthly rental

(850) 547-3698 • Bonifay

CLF Free Ad Form Please Type or Print Neatly.

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

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

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THANK YOU Thank you for all of the calls, prayers, flowers, food & the kindness shown during the passing of our son. May God truly bless you all. The Steven Richards family

Monitor Your Usage Call 1.855.MYWFECA (1.855.699.3322)

Hill’s Tree Service

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

593-4455 Notification Statement

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

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

This Institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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Community Calendar (cont.)

Malone Pecan Festival Saturday, November 19 Malone, Florida Parade begins at 10:00 a.m. Shane Owens and Jerome Jackson will provide entertainment during the festival. Arts & crafts booths, food vendors and more!

Contact Dorothy Mathis at 557-5676 to enter the parade and Flora Beard at 5695644 to find out more about becoming a vendor.

Brick Fundraiser for the Graceville Branch Library Now - January 15, 2017 A brick is a wonderful memorial or Christmas gift in honor of the person who has everything. Each brick is $100 and comes with three lines of engraving with 14 characters on each line. This fundraiser will last through January 15, 2017. Checks should be made payable to Friends of the Graceville Branch Library. Brick order forms are available at the library. Call 263-4902 for more information.

Know What’s Below Dial 811 Before You Dig

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CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE

pring is an optimal time of year to dream up and achieve your landscaping masterpiece, but in many parts of the country, planting shrubs in early fall gives the plants a head start at establishing roots in the season’s cool, moist soil. Perhaps you’re planning to build a new deck to enjoy those cool autumn evenings. If any of your fall projects require digging––such as planting trees or shrubs, or setting posts––remember to dial 811 first. 3438001 Underground utilities, such as buried gas, water and electric lines, can be a shovel thrust away from turning a fall project into a disaster. Play it safe by dialing 811 to find out where utility lines run on your property. Your call will be routed to a local “one call” center. Tell the operator where you’re planning to dig and what type of work you will be doing, and affected local utilities will be notified.

In a few days, a locator will arrive to designate the approximate location of any underground lines, pipes and cables. These areas will be marked with flags or paint so you’ll know what’s below. Then the safe digging can begin.

Animals/Livestock Pure bred black Simmental bull, gentle disposition, calving ease, long body, $2,000; 209-3970.

Flight condition Bobwhite quail, ready for hunting; 326-3016.

Welch pony, 14.5 hands, $600; 326-7640.

Changes at Holmes County Public Library Holmes County Public Library is a member of the PPLCS Co-op. Co-op libraries include Holmes County, Jackson County, Calhoun County – this means cards, books and other library items from these libraries are accepted at each location.

Due to some changes, we are asking that patrons are patient while we update our database and issue new cards. The major change taking place is that the Washington County Public Library will no longer be a part of the co-op system.

Therefore, we will no longer be able to accept Washington County’s cards or accept returned items at our other co-op libraries. Please call 547-3573 for additional information.

Two pigs, full-grown brother & sister, let’s make a deal; 579-9970.

Old English Bantams/Cochin Bantams, variety of colors, young, $10/pair, very nice; 593-9109 or 369-0148.

Farm Credit of Northwest Florida 2017 AgVocator Scholarship Deadline: Monday, February 13 Farm Credit of Northwest Florida is offering six $1,500 scholarships to high school students. Preference will be given to students pursuing a career in Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture or Veterinary Medicine. Scholarships are awarded to applicants based on academic aptitude, vocational promise, personal attributes and leadership qualities. Applicants must be a high school senior planning on attending college and in good academic standing; complete a scholarship application; provide an official copy of their transcript; a resume of work history; activities, honors, volunteer efforts; an essay about how the applicant plans to use their chosen career path and a signed letter of recommendation.

Family members of employees or directors of Farm Credit are not eligible. A completed application must be received by Feb. 13, 2017. Applications are available online at www.farmcredit-fl.com. Completed applications should be mailed to: Farm Credit of Northwest Florida Scholarship Program, 3323 Thomasville Road, Tallahassee, FL 32308. Call 718.7906 for more information.

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

LLC/Insured/ 40 Years Experience

(850) 638-2611 Local Telephone Prefixes

OLEN BARFIELD Have Sawmill, Will Travel

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

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

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

Debbie Roney Smith Full Time Realtor working the Panhandle of Florida

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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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6” Seamless Gutters Call for Estimates

Chipley Office: (850) 638-6043 Marianna Office: (850) 482-9127

(850) 693-4127

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Myron

PATRICK

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District 3 / Vice President

District 9 / President

BUS: (850)415-1217

CELL: (850)573-1270 Brown Funeral Home

Joe E.

1068 Main Street • Chipley

Ellis

RONE

NICHOLS

District 8 / Secretary-Treasurer

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District 1

(850) 638-4010

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Andy Hall 850.557.3368 Sidney Hall 850.569.2021 850.526.8441

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

NOVEMBER Pittman & Westville 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.

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

A. C.

George Clayton

District 5

District 6

OWENS

MILES

Surplus & Salvage of Chipley Frank E.

Randy

BONDURANT

BUSH

Attorney

District 7

(850) 638-7353

1600 Hwy. 90 • Chipley, FL 32428 Pole Barn Kits

Russell

DUNAWAY

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

16x36 - $1,499 24x24 - $1,799 24x36 - $2,199 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: $1.35/ft

Painted: $1.89/ft

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Happy Thanksgiving Our offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 24 & Friday, November 25 for Thanksgiving.

If you should experience an outage over the holiday, please call our 24/7 outage number.

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Winter Savings Start Here ISSUE NOVEMBER

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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

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