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50 www.bonifaynow.com For the latest breaking news, visit BONIFAYNOW.COM Phone: 850-547-9414 Web site: bonifaynow.com Fax: 850-547-9418 IN BRIEF RANDAL SEYLER | Times-Advertiser Miss Fun Day Queen Madison Carter shakes a possum at the 43rd annual Wausau Possum Festival on Saturday. The annual event drew hundreds to the town and featured music, food and lots of possums. For more photos, see Page B1 and visit bonifaynow.com Volume 122, Number 16 Wednesday, AUGUST 8 2012 WILBURN BAKER Vote for and Elect Holmes County School Board District 2 Our Children are Tomorrows Future Elect Kyle Elect I will YOUR VOTE August 14th I will I will appreciate Pd. Pol.Adv. paid for and approved by Kyle Hudson, Dem. Holmes Co. Clerk of Court Senate, House, state attorney seats up for grabs By RANDAL SEYLER 638-0212| @WCN_HCT rseyler@chipleypaper.com BONIFAY In addition to choosing local candidates, Holmes County voters will have lots of choices when they weigh in on one U.S. Senate seat, one U.S. House of Representatives seat and a universal primary for the state attorney race on Tuesday in the 2012 statewide Primary Election. The Republican ballot offers voters the most choices, with voters getting to choose among ve candidates for U.S. Senate, all challengers to incumbent Democratic Sen. Bill Nelson. In November, Nelson will face one of a packed eld of Republican Senate candidates currently led by U.S. Rep. Connie Mack. Read more on the candidates on Pages A2 and A3. PRECINCT LOCATIONS Precinct 1 (Ponce de Leon): Ponce de Leon Town Hall, 1580 U.S. 90, Ponce de Leon, FL 32455 Precinct 2 (Pine Log): Pine Log Volunteer Fire Dept., 1652 N. Highway 81, Westville, FL 32464 Precinct 3 (New Hope): New Hope Volunteer Fire Dept., 1243 Highway 179A, Westville, FL 32464 Precinct 4 (Bethlehem): Bethlehem School Choral Suite, 2767 Highway 160, Bonifay, FL 32425 Precinct 5 (Gritney): Gritney Volunteer Fire Dept., 2141 Tobe Retherford Road, Bonifay, FL 32425 Precinct 6 (Noma): Noma Community Center, 3467 Skipper Ave., Bonifay, FL 32425 Precinct 7 (West Bonifay): Holmes County Agriculture Center, 1173 E. U.S. 90, Bonifay, FL 32425 Precinct 8 (East Bonifay): Holmes County Agriculture Center, 1173 E. U.S. 90, Bonifay, FL 32425 PRIMARY ELECTION By CECILIA SPEARS 547-9414 | @WCN_HCT cspears@chipleypaper.com BONIFAY The Holmes County Board of County Commissioners passed a resolution July 31 to allow for the question of extending alcohol sales in Holmes County to Sunday to be placed on the upcoming November ballot. What has been structured here is a straw poll, County Attorney Jeff Goodman said. This is to get the thoughts and ideals of the residents. Goodman said the vote would be a way of asking residents if they agree or disagree that businesses that already hold licenses to sell alcohol should extend their hours to include Sunday. Right now sales are only allowed Monday through Saturday with restrictions on times, Goodman said. This is just allowing these businesses who already sell alcohol to extend their alcohol sales to include Sunday. He said the expansion wouldnt change what stores could sell or who can sell, just the days they are allowed to sell. I have my own thoughts and opinions on the matter, Commissioner Kenneth Williams said. Im not approving because I agree with it; Im approving to allow the people of this county to say what they want for their county. Goodman said Florida statutes allow for counties to decide if their alcohol sales should extend to include Sundays and that in 1977, the Holmes County BOCC decided such sales would be prohibited. This is in no way us condoning alcohol sales on Sunday, Chairman Monty Merchant said. Its a way of nding out what the residents of Holmes County want, think and feel about the matter. The vote passed 3 to 2, with commissioners Jim King and Phillip Music voting no. Separately, the board approved of setting the tentative millage rate at 9.9353 with a vote of 3 to 2, with Williams and Commissioner Ron Monk voting no. We should set it higher and be able to make the cuts where need be, Merchant said. A budget hearing is set for 4 p.m. Sept. 10. The board also approved to move forward with the abandonment of Kelly Lane Road. Landowner Fred Webb confirmed that Kelly lane Road is a dead-end road that leads to the center of his property and asked that it be closed for safety reasons. The board approved Holmes County Emergency Management Services request to enter into Houston-Galveston Area Council Interlocal Contract for Cooperative Purchasing to purchase a new ambulance with a grant through a state bid. Also approved were EMS new non-emergency hires. The board approved Holmes County Extension Director Shep Eubanks request to travel to Orlando for a three-day professional improvements convention for $570. The board also approved to allow Eubanks to travel to Gainesville as the University of Florida screens four potential applicants for the position as the new Holmes County extension director. He said the university would send the best candidate back to the board for approval. The board also approved of hiring Joseph Ratcliff as the new mechanic for District 4 and approved of State Housing Initiative Partnerships request to increase the maximum money used in the Local Housing Assistance Plan from $5,000 to $6,000. There wasnt a good quality product for the amount of money that was offered, and every one of the applications were having to come back to the board for approval because they were so many dollars over the allotted amount, Goodman said. POSSUM PRIDE Holmes to vote on alcohol sales INDEX Opinion ................................ A4 Arrests ................................. A5 Outdoors .............................. A6 Sports .................................. A7 Extra .................................... B1 Faith .................................... B4 Obituaries ............................ B5 Classi eds ............................ B7 WEB WATCH Read more from the July 31 BOCC meeting at bonifaynow.com Evergreen Baptist Church Homecoming WESTVILLE Evergreen Baptist Church will have Homecoming services at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 12. Four Calvary will bring the music, and Brother Mike Woodham will bring the message. Everyone is invited, and lunch will be served after the services. Noma Assembly of God Back to School Fun Day NOMA Noma Assembly of God will have a Back to School Fun Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 18. The fun day is free of charge, and there will be puppets, cotton candy, snow cones, a train and a water slide (shirt and shorts required). Lighthouse Assembly of God Community Giveaway BONIFAY The Lighthouse Assembly of God will have a Community Giveaway from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 10 in the church fellowship hall. Come and get things you may need. For more information, call 638-2027.
A2 | Holmes County Times-Advertiser Wednesday, August 8, 2012 REPUBLICAN SENATE Cornelius Harvey McGil licuddy, popularly known as Connie Mack IV, is the U.S. Representative for Floridas 14th congressional district, serving since 2005. He is a member of the Republican Party. The district includes Fort Myers and Naples. Other Republican can didates on the ballot for Nelsons senate seat include George LeMieux, Deon Long, Mike McCalister, Marielena Stuart and Dave Weldon. George LeMieux, a for mer senator, dropped out of the campaign on June 20 because of a lack of re sources and put his support behind Mack, according to the Washington Post. Deon Long was also a candidate who, though he appears on the Holmes County Republican Ballot, no longer appears on the list of primary candidates, according to Ballotpedia. Long said the focus of his campaign is the roll back of power of Washington, D.C., back to the states as con templated by the Founding Fathers, according to his website, deonlong.org. Mike McCalister is a retired U.S. Army colonel, businessman, university instructor and father, ac cording to his website. Mc Calister served in the Army Reserves, Army National Guard and on active duty for a total of 33 years and re tired in 2005. He is a licensed and degreed agribusiness professional and owner-op erator of a small tree farm. He is a university instructor in accredited MBA and DBA programs. He was the cus todial parent of a son from the age of 4 through college; both McCalister and his son are Eagle Scouts and earned the God & Country Award. Additionally, McCalister is a recipient of the Valley Forge Cross for Heroism. Marielena Stuart, who also goes by Marielena Mon tesino de Stuart, has been in the Senate race since Au gust and hails from the city of Ave Maria (in southwest Florida near Naples), ac cording to tampabay.com. She has been getting region al attention but not much exposure statewide. Stuart has worked as a linguist and interpreter, speaking Span ish and French, with some Greek and Italian. Some of her columns have appeared in the Naples Daily News. David Joseph Weldon, who resides in Indialantic, is a politician and physician. He was a Republican mem ber of the United States House of Representatives, representing Floridas 15th congressional district. Weldon was elected to the House in 1994 and served seven terms in Washington before announcing he would not seek an eighth term in 2008. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army. STATE ATTORNEY The state attorney race between Republicans Jim Appleman and incumbent Glenn Hess will be a uni versal primary. If all candidates for an ofce have the same party afliation and the winner will have no opposition in the General Election, then all qualied voters, regard less of party afliation, may vote in the Primary Elec tion for that ofce. These contests are called Uni versal Primary Contests, according to Santa Rosa Countys website, santa rosa..gov. The outcome of the primary will determine the winner of the election, although it is possible there could be run-off elections required. Republican State Attor ney Glenn Hess resigned his job as a circuit judge to run for state attorney for the 14th Judicial Circuit in 2008, he is seeking a second term. Hess lists some of his biggest accomplishments as an increased number of convictions, from DUI cas es to capital murder cases. Hess is a veteran of the U.S. Army, where he was a helicopter pilot, according to his website. Panama City Attorney Jim Appleman, also a Re publican, is challenging Hess. Appleman formerly served as state attorney for 24 years, according to his website. He retired in 2005 and said he is seeking reelection to make the ofce more fair and to return our state attorneys ofce to a winning track record. STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT 5 Republican voters also will choose between Marti Coley and Danny Glidewell in the state representative District 5 contest. Marti Coley of Mari anna is Floridas 7th Dis trict Representative in the House of Representatives. Because of redistricting, she is seeking election as representative for District 5. She received her bach elors degree from Florida State University in 1984. Coley has served in the House since she won a spe cial election in June 2005 to ll the remainder of the term of her late husband, David, who died in March at age 43. Danny Glidewell of De Funiak Springs faces in cumbent Coley in the race for the district that includes northern Bay and Washing ton, Holmes and Jackson counties. Among Glide wells biggest disagree ments with the way things are done in Tallahassee are the way the state regulates school districts with man datory teacher evaluations that affect pay, the way calendars are set and the focus on the FCAT. The winner of the Re publican race will face unafliated candidate Travis Pitts and write-in candidate Eddy Holman in I am quitting smoking for my family. The Big Bend Area Health Education Center (Big Bend AHEC) is offering FREE tobacco cessation classes in Holmes County and throughout the Big Bend region. We know the challenges you face. We will help you develop the tools to succeed and we will provide the support you need. For more information, call Big Bend AHEC at: 850-482-6500 (local office) or 1-87-QUIT-NOW-6 (1-877-848-6696) Visit www.ahectobacco.com for the schedule of classes we have available. FREE N I COT I NE PATCHES! NO COST TO ATTEND! 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Holmes County Times-Advertiser | A3 Wednesday, August 8, 2012 November. Travis Pitts of Chipley, running with no party afliation, will face the winner of Tuesdays primary in the November General Election. Pitts was elected three times as Clerk of the Circuit County for Washington County and was certied by the Supreme Court of Florida. He was appointed by then-Chief Justice Joe Boyd to serve on various workload committees with the Of ce of the State Court Administrator. Pitts attended the public schools of Washington County and graduated from Chipley High School, Chipola Junior College and the University of Florida with a bachelors degree in Business Administration and Management. DEMOCRATIC SENATE On the Democratic ballot, voters will get to choose their candidates for U.S. Senator and for U.S. Congressman for District 2. Sen. Bill Nelson is the senior U.S. senator from Florida and is a former U.S. Representative and former treasurer and insurance commissioner of Florida. Nelson was elected to the Florida House of Representatives in 1972. He was re-elected in 1974 and 1976. Nelson was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1978. He served in the House from 1979 to 1991. In 2000, Nelson ran for the U.S. Senate seat vacated by retiring Republican Sen. Connie Mack. He was reelected in 2006 with 60 percent of the vote and is seeking re-election in 2012. In addition to facing his Republican challengers, led by Connie Mack, Nelson also faces Democratic challenger Glenn A. Burkett. Burkett was born in Thomaston, Ga., and graduated from R.E. Lee High School in 1968. In 1969, he joined the U.S. Navy and trained as a medic and is a Vietnam veteran, according to his website. He obtained an associates degree from Pensacola Junior College and a bachelors degree from the University of West Florida in Pensacola. His post-graduate work was at Florida State University, Tallahassee, and the University of Florida, Gainesville. He describes himself as a Democrat (hybrid), saying he would vote for legislation with the best ideas. He is currently in the natural health business, according to his website. U.S. REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 2 In the District 2 Representative race, Democrats are looking to unseat Republican U.S. Rep. Steve Southerland of Panama City, who faces no Republican challenge in the primary. Leonard Bembry of Greenville is one candidate seeking the seat. Bembry is the Florida Representative from District 10, a seat he has held since 2008, and is the Blue-dog endorsed candidate, according to web sources. Bembry works as a farmer and is the owner of University Homes. He is a member of the Florida Manufactured Housing Association, Habitat for Humanity, Madison County Development Council, Madison County Farm Bureau, National Ri e Association and the Wild Turkey Federation. Alfred Al Lawson Jr. is a former Democratic member of the Florida Senate, who represented the 6th District from 2000 through 2010. He was a member of the Florida House of Representatives from 1982 to 2000. Lawson received his bachelors degree from Florida A&M University and his Master of Public Administration from Florida State University. Lawson ran for the Democratic nomination in Floridas 2nd Congressional District in 2010. Alvin L. Peters of Panama City also is running for the District 2 seat. Peters served as the chairman of the Bay County Democratic Party from 2002 to 2010. He is an attorney with Peters & Scoon, where he has practiced since 2002. He is a soccer coach with the Bay County Youth Soccer Association, president of Early Education and Care Inc., a local Head Start grantee and president of the Panama City Marine Institute. Mark Schlakman, another Democrat seeking the District 2 congressional seat, has worked in the administration of both presidents George W. Bush and Bill Clinton, is an attorney who has worked with the North Florida Hate Crimes Task Force, and is a self-proclaimed human rights lawyer who has said he would work to end gridlock in Washington. In addition to working in the White House, he has held positions in the U.S. departments of state and defense. He recently returned from Afghanistan, where he worked with Afghani ofcials on international and domestic law. Schlakman serves as senior program director at the Florida State University Center for the Advancement of Human Rights. S TA TE R EPRESENT A TIVE D ISTRIC T 5 FOR We can count on Marti Coley to look out for us! Political advertisement paid for and approved by Marti Coley, Republican for State Representative Political advertisement paid for and approved by Marti Coley, Republican for State Representative BUDDY BROWN for Holmes County Superintendent of Schools Elect Political advertisement paid for and approved by Buddy Brown, Democrat, for Superintendent of Schools 547-2244 OWENS C HIR O PRACTI C CLINIC ACUPUNCTURE The family of Johnny C. Vaughan extends our sincere appreciation to everyone for the May God richly bless you is our prayer. The Family of Johnny C. Vaughan Election 2012 BILL NELSON GLENN BURKETT LEONARD BEMBRY AL LAWSON JR ALVIN PETERS MARK SCHLAKMAN ELECTION from page A2
Opinion A4 | Holmes County Times-Advertiser CONTACT US PUBLISHER Nicole Bare eld: nbare eld@chipleypaper.com NEWS, SPORTS OR OPINION news@bonifaynow.com CLASSIFIED & CIRCULATION Melissa Kabaci: mkabaci@chipleypaper.com 1-800-645-8688 ADVERTISING 850-547-9414 The views expressed here are not necessarily those of this paper or Halifax Media Group. WANT MORE? Find us online at chipleypaper.com friend us on Facebook or tweet us @WCN_HCT POSTMASTER: Send address change to: Holmes County Times-Advertiser P.O. Box 67, Bonifay, FL 32425 USPS 004-341 SUBSCRIPTION RATES IN COUNTY 13 weeks: $12.61; 26 weeks: $18.90; 52 weeks: $30.45 OUT OF COUNTY 13 weeks: $16.17; 26 weeks: $24.20; 52 weeks: $40.95 The Times-Advertiser is published on Wednesdays by Halifax Media Group, 112 E. Virginia Ave., Bonifay, FL 32425. Periodicals postage paid at Bonifay, Florida. Copyright 2012, Halifax Media Group. All Rights Reserved. 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When Perrys Prattle column began in April 2003, the writers wildest imagination would not allow him to believe the variety of topics he covered in the next 10 years. Hester has collected cookbooks throughout our almost 60 years of our marriage. A wild guess would list the number at more than 100. Her collection includes everything from Southern Living to various other national magazines. She has supported and purchased books on cooking from many churches, civic and festival organizations, including the one titled The Possum Cookbook from Wausaus Fun Day. It was in January 2007, while attending a twoday bluegrass festival in Andalusia, Ala., that I bought my rst cookbook. It was in a Goodwill Store, and the fact that it was sponsored by Peoples First Community Bank of Panama City made the $2 purchase easy for me. The rst page contained a letter from the chairman of the board, Joe Chapman, with a personal handwritten note: Thank you for your business! As residents of Panama City during the early years of our marriage, we watched Joe grow into manhood, excel in many facets of life, nish high school, enter law school and become an attorney. Back in his hometown, he engaged in many businesses. His mother, Mrs. Gladys Chapman, a school teacher before entering the political arena, served many years as supervisor of elections in Bay County. Hester and I knew many of the contributors names, from our days in Panama City. Three years later, I saw a cookbook advertised by Zion Primitive Baptist Church in Brunswick, Ga., as a fundraiser for building a dining hall to the meeting house. I recognized recipes from across the southland of people I had come to know in attending church meetings. The heading for each type of food included a scripture quote. Under Appetizers and Beverage, the Bible reference was If any man thirsts, let him come unto me and drink. He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water (John 7:37-38). The Vegetables and Side Dishes began with this quotation: The meek shall eat and be satisfied: they shall praise the Lord that seek him: your heart shall live for ever (Psalm 22:26). Desserts give us this quotation: But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance, against such there is no law (Galatians 5:22-23). The cook book is lled with quotes from philosophers and politicians. I dont know the key to success, but the key to failure is trying to please everybody, from Bill Cosby. Too often we enjoy the comfort of opinion without the discomfort of thought, by John F. Kennedy. From Thomas Jefferson: Im a great believer in luck, and I nd the harder I work, the more I have of it. This light-hearted recipe in the churchsponsored cook book is for Elephant Stew one med. elephant, salt and pepper, one small onion and two rabbits (optional). Note the comical preparation instructions. Cut elephant into bite size pieces. This will take about 16 days. Cover with rich brown gravy and simmer over open ame, about two and a half weeks. This should feed about 3,002 people, but if more are expected, add the 2 rabbits. However, add only if needed, as most people dont like hare in their stew. The Minnie Pearl Music City Cook Book was purchased in a thrift store. Aside from the recipes for down home cooking, Minnies home spun tales and characters from Grinders Switch, including her boyfriend Hessie and Uncle Nabob along with brother are included in her stories. The Aunt Bees Mayberry Cookbook in our home was given to Hester as a birthday present from Tim, Debbie, Laura, Julie and Perry II on Nov. 12, 2010. I dont think either of us has gotten serious with trying any of the delectable dishes submitted by real people who were invited to participate. The book is lled excerpts from Andy Grif th shows of the past and will bring to mind many characters that could will be lost to time now that Barney, George (Goober) Lindsey, Aunt Bee and Andy have passed from the scene of time. Our special, The Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Cookbook, was purchased recently, also in a bargain store. It came to us just after we had seen the rerun of Forrest Gump on television, which made it more special. Aside from the all-shrimp recipes, the booklet is lled with the philosophical sayings of Forrest that will be remembered from the movie. Heres some: They asked me if I was runnin for womens rights women are always right. Well, destiny is when youre born to do something, but you dont know what it is. Bubba was my best friend, and you dont nd that very often. Remember what I told you? Dont let anybody tell you theyre better than you. And nally, I happen to believe we make our own destiny. We have to do the best with what God gave us. The last cookbook for review today has been in our household since the days when the Rev. Tommy Brill was pastor of Blue Lake Baptist Church. This book was prepared by the WMU of that congregation and brought back many memories of those who have since died that submitted favorite recipes. A quick glance will show Pop-Up Bread by Ruby Zumstein, Angel Biscuits by Inez Morris, Fresh Apple Cake by Louise Tharp, Green Bean Salad by Civie Speights, Rocky Road Candy by Margaret Kent and Molasses Cookies by Fannie McGuire. With all the cookbook reading, I had to resist referring to myself as a gourmet cook after reading the dictionary de nition as a person who knows and appreciates ne food and drink, an epicure. I still know full well that my menu is limited to seafood gumbo and chip steak and gravy, served open-face style, along with potatoes sticks from a can. See you all next week. Cookbook collection spans almost 60 years Every time I pass the intersection of Highway 90 and 79, I keep thinking of the words of the song done by Five Men Electrical Band in the 1980s: Sign, sign, everywhere a sign. Dont you know its enough to be blowin my mind. Do this, do that, cant you read the sign? This sort of protest song mentions several signs: Long-haired freaky people need not apply. Anybody trespassing will be shot on sight. You got to have shirt and tie to get a seat, else you cant even watch. No, you cant eat. He nally nds one sign that says, Welcome to kneel down and pray. But when they passed the plate, I dont have a penny to pay, the song says. This song, which I dont believe ever made to the top of any of the charts, is not talking about the political signs, which are crowding the landscape. However, the number and size of them seems to be somewhat overboard. They bring up questions to my mind. First, how effective are they? Do voters assume that the one who has the most signs or the largest, most prominent signs have the most support? Then, who decides where they can be put? I understand that in our city, Bonifay, a candidate can pay a fee and place them on the city right-ofway. Who polices that? If they are in a homeowners yard, I assume they are supporting that candidate. But then you see some yards just decorated with a number of candidates signs, some for the same of ce. If I allow one in my yard for someone I support, does that give others the right to put one there too? If not, is it legal for me to remove unwanted ones? Who is responsible for cutting the grass around them wherever they are? Or straighten them up when the wind blows them over? What about those on highway rights of way? Telephone or light poles? I suppose the candidates know the answers to these questions, but I dont know that they or their supporters abide by the rules. I havent traveled the rural areas of our county much this election year, so I cant comment on the sign situation. Nor have I traveled out of Holmes, Washington and Bay counties. But Washington County seems to have as plentiful a supply of them as we do. One innovative contender there has individual hand painted signs that I have noticed. The primary voting will be Aug. 14, and we have the mail-out from our ef cient supervisor of elections, Debbie Morris. Some of the important of ces will be decided then, while others will wait until the general election on Nov. 6 to be decided. I urge you to read what the candidates have to say and decide who appears to have the best handle on the responsibilities of the of ce. Attend a rally and listen to the candidates, and meet and talk with them. Then decide if they have the quali cations to carry out those responsibilities. That brings up another question: Who is responsible for removing the signs and how long after the election do they have to do it? Is there a penalty for not doing so? Who enforces that? Personally, I dont think I have ever been in uenced to vote for someone based on their political sign. However, it is a First Amendment right to free speech, and I would not discourage candidates from posting them. They certainly give those in that kind of business a boost and generates interest in who is running. I am proud that we in the small counties put the larger counties to shame when it comes to our voter turn-out percentages. That makes our votes in the statewide elections a signi cant factor. Early voting and absentee voting are going on right now. If you put it off until Aug. 14, you can still vote. But dont miss out on the opportunity to exercise your right as a citizen. So I got me a pen and paper, and I made up my own little sign. It said, Thank you Lord for thinking bout me. Im alive and doin ne. Election time: Sign, sign, everywhere a sign HAPPY CORNER Hazel Wells Tison PERRYS PRATTLE Perry Wells Wednesday, August 8, 2012 Peoples First Floridas Community Bank: From our family to yours Long-haired freaky people need not apply. Anybody trespassing will be shot on sight. You got to have shirt and tie to get a seat, else you cant even watch. No, you cant eat.
Local Holmes County Times-Advertiser | A5 Wednesday, August 8, 2012 Gun Show August 11th & 12th Panama City Panama City Fairgrounds Fairgrounds 2080424 Sat 9 -5 Sun 10-4 C o n c e a l e d W e a p o n s C l a s s S a t / S u n 1 1 a m o r 2 p m Floridagunshows.com FREE PARKING PUBLIC NOTICE Holmes C ounty F L Debbie Wilcox Morris, Supervisor of Elections announces the Can vassing Board will meet Wednesday, August 8, 2012 at 1:00 P.M. to canvass absentee ballots. The canvassing board will open and process absentee ballots and perform any other duties as prescribed by law, however the ballots will not be tabulated until 7:00 P.M. on August 14, 2012. P.M. on Wednesday, August 8, 2012, will be available for public inspection from 12:00 P.M. will reconvene on August 14, 2012 at 10:00 A.M. to canvass absentee ballots received after cates received after 10:00 A.M. on August 14, 2012, must be present throughout the day. Pursuant to Section 101.68(2)(c)2, Florida Statutes, if any elector or candidate present be board a protest against the canvass of that ballot, specifying the precinct, the ballot, and the reason he or she believes the ballot to be illegal. A challenge based upon a defect in the voters It may become necessary for the Canvassing Board to reconvene at times or places other than the pertinent meeting and posted on the doors of the Holmes County Courthouse. All meet ings of the Holmes County Canvassing Board are open to the public and will be conducted at at 201 N. Oklahoma St., Ste. 102, Bonifay, FL Thank You Holmes County Public Library would like to thank the following businesses, organizations, and individuals who help to make our Florida Library Youth Program a huge success; Docs Market, Piggly Wiggly, Hardees of Bonifay, Kiwanis of Bonifay, Doctors Memorial Hospital, First Federal of Florida, Walmart of Chipley, Jordan, Shep Eubanks, Wells Fargo Bank, Nasa of Houston, TX, Thomas Hill (NASA Presenter), Ardythe Sellers, Jason Jiang, Moneeba Anees, Eddie Whitehurst and Crew, Friends of the Holmes County Library, and Cecilia Spears. NOTICE OF ELECTION A REGULAR ELECTION for the TOWN OF WESTVILLE WILL BE HELD ON Septem ber 11, 2012. The polls will open at 7:00 a.m., central standard time. The election will be held at the Westville Community Center. date of these positions are as followed: Those persons wishing to qualify for the above Clerk located in the Westville Community Center between 8:00 to 12:00 and 12:30 to for this regular election is $25.00 Tammy Bowers Town Clerk Special to The Times-Advertiser Taylor Tison, a 2008 graduate of Vernon High School, graduated recent ly from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commissions Division of Law Enforcement. As a law enforcement ofcer (game warden), Tison is assigned to the Glades County area, where he will be alert to violations of hunting and shing laws. The ceremony was held at the Pat Thomas Law Enforcement Academy in Quincy, where 22 graduates were presented their cer ticates. Col. Jim Brown administered the Oath of Ofce and presented their badges. Taylors was pinned on by his father. Lt. Loren Lowers presented awards. and Taylor was given the Outstanding Marksman Award. Tison is the son of Hiram and Judy Tison of Bonifay. Family attending the grad uation on June 8 in addition to his parents were grand parents Jack and Hazel Tison, sister Lacey Tison Harrison, aunt Cindy Ti son Webb and aunt Muriel Turner and husband, Roy. Tison is a 2011 gradu ate of Chipola College in Marianna. Helms elected Delta Kappa Gamma international president Special to The Times-Advertiser With more than 2,000 in attendance at the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International Convention in New York City on July 24-28, Dr. Beverly Helms of Bonifay was elected as the societys international president. Delta Kappa Gamma is an honorary organization for key women educators with more than 90,000 members in 18 countries and 80 states. Expansion into Japan will occur when Helms installs the rst chapter of 53 women educators in October. The purpose of the group is to promote the personal and profes sional growth of women educators and excellence in education. The women educators honor women who have given or who show poten tial for distinctive service in any eld of education. It advances the professional interest and position of women in education; initiates, supports and endors es desirable legislation in the interests of education and of women educators; endows scholarships to members to pursue higher degrees; and grants fel lowships to nonmember women educators. In her acceptance speech, Helms requested the group not let what they know limit their imagina tion of the organizations potential. She challenged members to stay focused at the chapter level, set signicant goals, make the most of marketing and objectively identify obstacles to growth. Her desire is that the group will intentionally connect or recon nect with all members, engage them in the mission of the organization and also continue to attract younger members. Because communication is of primary importance to Helms, she plans to commu nicate in print and electronically with members. I have been blessed by the many opportunities provided by my membership in this organization, she said. Early on, I received a scholarship and had several mentors who made a difference in my life. I have been involved in leadership development, net working, global afliations, made friends in all 18 countries and have united with women educators of the world in a genuine spiritual fellowship. Helms will serve as the organizations ofcial representative for two years. The following marriages and divorces were led July 23-27 in Holmes County. Marriages Robert Trace Rowell, July 3, 1987, of Crestview and Lindsay Carol Short, Oct. 23, 1986, of Bonifay Joshua Larmar Miller, Dec. 14, 1985, of Ponce de Leon and Timra Deanne Hanes, July 3, 1992, of Ponce de Leon Divorces Larry Lee Hewett and Jamie Byrd Hewett Charles H. Presley and Misty Miranda Presley Howard R. Smith Jr. and Tanya Marie Whitley-Smith William A. May and Jujan L. May Michael Lloyd Ross and Debbra Sellers Ross The following arrests were made July 22-28 in Holmes County. Heather Naomi Amerson, 21, child support Cedric Jermaine Barnes, 29, hold for Hillsborough Michael Roy Baxter, 30, failure to appear Jeremy Lamar Briggs, 27, hold for prison transport service Emanuel Dwayne Burch, 24, hold for prison transport service William Christopher Carmichael, 44, violation of probation on battery David Ian Challender, 26, dealing in stolen property, grand theft, failure to appear four counts Wilbert Lee Colvin, 34, hold for prison transport service Shawn Cone, 35, dealing in stolen property James Raymond Eastmead, 47, failure to appear on violation of injunction Dustin Earl Everette, 27, driving under the inuence Terry Gene FutrelleJunior, 24, hold for prison transport service Steven Edwards Grieder, 30, hold for Hillsborough Glenn Leroy Griggy, 26, out of county warrant Traci Michelle Hoagland, 33, driving while license suspended or revoked, possession of paraphernalia, not more than 20 grams Gina Marie Holmes, 40, retail theft Dwayne M. Jenkins, 38, hold for prison transport service Kimberly Elisa Jennings, 32, violation of probation on possession of controlled substance Kelodae B. Jones, 29, possession of marijuana, possession of paraphernalia Stephanie Ann Josits, 29,domestic violence Stanley Kellogg, 48, hold for prison transport Matthew Terrance Kolifrath, 26, violation of probation on contributing to delinquency of minor Michael David Kulesza, 29, hold for Hillsborough James D. Lewis Jr., 44, aggravated battery with deadly weapon Brian Adam Lollar, 24, hold for Hillsborough Leroy Lynn, 41, violation of probation on driving while license suspended or revoked Samuel Lee Martin, 38, failure to appear on interfere with child custody, battery Johnny Wayne Mixon, 37, child support Cordell Alphonso Moore, 40, hold for prison transport service Alexander Ray Mullins, 45, hold for Hillsborough Lisa Denise Nolin,46, hold for Walton County battery Raymond Mark Olsen, 62, violation of probation on sale manufacture and delivery of meth Danielle Marie Palfrey, 25, hold for prison transport service Steven Eric Prestwood, 26, no charges listed Clinton Travis Roberts, 29, failure to appear on issuing worthless checks Reynaldo Santiago, 55, hold for Hillsborough Talena Kay Sasser, 34, criminal use of personal identication information, false reports of commission of crime, criminal solicitation, harassing communication, perjury when not in an ofcial proceeding, criminal mischief, burglary Andy Edison Shook, 45, out of county warrant Carl Dewayne Thornton, 36, out of county warrant Francis Hammed Trimaldi, 71, grand theft Mike John Vonrax, 33, domestic aggravated battery Shawn Michael Watson, 19, Dealing in stolen property Chad Mitchell Wilson, 20, no charges listed SPECIAL TO T HE T I M E S AD VERTI S ER Taylor Tison has his FWC law enforcement badge pinned on by his dad, Hiram Tison. Tison graduates FWC Law Enforcement Academy Arrest REPORT MARRIAGES AND DIVORCES BEVERLY HELMS
OUTDOORS Wednesday, August 8, 2012 Page 6 www.bonifaynow.com | www.chipleypaper.com Send your Outdoors news to news@chipleypaper.com A Section A lot of people who watch shing shows think y shing is a rich mans sport. They see y shermen going to exotic spots around the world and think they never will be able to do that. You dont have to go to Alaska to y sh. As a matter of fact we have some pretty good freshwater y shing right here on the fresh water ponds on the beach. There are 100 ways to catch sh from shocking them up to the surface to using a y rod to entice them to bite. Most people with the attitude y shing is beyond their economic position in the world had better think again. The reason a lot of shermen dont y sh is because they never had someone to show them how to do it. If you are willing to attend a few meetings this can all change and you can be shing for everything from blue gills to tarpon in a short time. With the advent of kayaks, it is very easy to slip into most of the ponds just opposite the Gulf. These ponds are not private and dont let anyone tell you they are. All you have to have is permission from a land owner on the pond that will allow you to cross his property and you are in business. I was very fortunate to have a father who y shed and taught me a little about it when I was young. I also had a few friends who y shed, and they also were a great help. If you think you would like to learn the art of y casting, there is a club forming locally that will allow you to be introduced to those who are looking for other people to share in the sport of y shing. This new club is being formed here in Panama City Beach for y shermen experienced and the not so experienced. The meetings will be at 6:30 p.m. every other Tuesday on the second oor of the Shore House Furniture store, 14301 Panama City Beach Parkway. The next meeting is Aug. 7. Future meetings will include Fly tying demonstrations by club founder Barry Kent and equipment suggestions by James Smith, shing manager for Orvis. He will share hints and types of sh caught with Flies in both the bay and local saltwater. For more information, call Barry Kent at 352-460-4107 or email bayffc@gmail.com. Hooked on Outdoors Outdoor Life Scott Lindsey captainlindsey@ knology.net By FRANK SARGEANT franksargeant@charter.net Some people love the new FWC regulation allowing a doubling of the daily red sh harvest from one to two per person in the northern zones; others hate it. But it is the rule for all state waters except the South Zone, and for those who love to eat red sh and think there are plenty of them this fall should provide some prime sh fries. Classic wisdom is that king mackerel appear along Floridas West Coast when water temps reach 68, and red sh, AKA red drum, appear when they rise to 86. That means August is kickoff time for prime red shing that will extend through October, especially for the giant bulls (which are actually females, by the way) which can weigh 30 pounds and up. There are fair numbers of redsh in Panhandle waters year around these days, but late summer through fall is prime time. Big spawners, some more than 50 pounds and approaching 4 feet long, travel into the sounds and bays from their usual offshore locations. The sh drop their eggs around the larger passes, typically around the new and full moon major tides. Meantime, they prowl nearshore reefs, riprap cuts and the edges of the ats to feed, adding a whole new element to inshore shing. Tailing sh on the ats are not as abundant in August as they will be my mid-September and on into early November, but there are enough around to make the pursuit worthwhile, especially early and late on days with dawn or dusk low tides. Many of the reds found on most ats at this time of year are likely to be somewhere near the 18 to 27 inch legal slot, though there are plenty of 30-inch sh that will join the migrating schools and leave the shallows as adults when fall turns to winter. Reds often are scattered in summer, but as fall approaches they gather up in big schools, and occasionally anglers are treated to the sight of a red wave crossing the ats, easing along the beach or moving through the larger passes as hundreds of sh come to the surface and literally turn the water red as the sun glints off their rosecolored backs. Some of these jumbos are caught by anglers towing large spoons, diving plugs or big live baits often shermen after kings or grouper connect with the lunker reds. They can also be caught by casting a big topwater plug or any live bait sh into a visible school; hits are instant. All of these sh far exceed the maximum legal size and must be released, but they put on a wonderful battle. (Use debarbed hooks if you target oversized reds, so that they can be released without injury remember these are the mommas and poppas that create the smaller ones we chase on the ats the rest of the year.) Jumbo reds are all catch-andrelease no harvest is permitted. But if you want to tangle with some of these giants, one likely tactic is to set up on any Panhandle pier or the rocks of any Panhandle jetty and soak a slab of fresh-cut mullet or pin sh, or even better free-line live pin sh, grunts or nger mullet. This is heavy tackle actionyoull need at least 25 pound test line and a reel that holds a couple hundred yards of it to prevent a giant red from running off with your gear, but its a unique opportunity for really big sh from shore. On the ats On the ats, reds can be considerably more challenging. There is a lot of pressure on shallow-water sh these days, and a noisy or careless approach often sends an entire school eeing before you can catch even one. Spotting the sh is the rst challenge. Often, you will see only the tip of a tail or dorsal n or the jump of eeing nger mullet to let you know they are close. Or, you might see a moving vee wake as a school pushes across a shoal. (They look a lot like the vee that mullet schools make, but are usually somewhat larger.) In calm, clear water, you sometimes can see individual sh as they cross a white patch of sand, but it requires Polarized glasses and a good eye. The best strategy is to get ahead of a moving school and then cast your bait or lure well in front of the lead sh. Let them swim up to it and hopefully you get a bite. Casting into the middle of a school these days usually sends the entire bunch racing for deeper water. Wade shing for tailers on the last of the low tides around new and full moons can also be great at this time of year. When the water gets to around 12 inches deep over the grass, sh start to tail in many areas. Most wade shers use arti cials, either soft jerkbaits, DOA shrimp, swim baits or topwaters. The trick is to make a delicate presentation and bring the lure just near enough to the sh for it to spot the movement. Hard-pressured reds may refuse most arti cials, but a tactic that often fools them is to use a scented lure like a Gulp!Alive! crab, cast it close and uptide of the sh and simply let it sit; they soon follow the scent trail to the bait. Chunks of fresh mullet or lady sh work just as well. Its also possible to catch plenty of reds with the now-classic tactic of anchoring in sloughs or large holes and chumming with crippled sardines. The reds nd the sardines and follow them to the source your boat where you offer them one with a hook in it. Expert guides are skilled in putting just enough bait in the water to keep the reds actively feeding, but not enough so that they get full and move on. With this tactic, its sometimes possible to set in one spot and catch a dozen or more reds, luring the school back each time it ushes away by tossing out more sardines. Red sh regs The bag limit on red sh in the Panhandle is now two per person per day, and theres no closed season. The slot limit is 18 to 27 inches; larger or smaller sh must be released immediately. Excellent shing usually continues until the rst cold front in November sends most of the sh to deeper water but if you know where the holes are inshore or sh the warm water out ow of powerplants you can nd plenty of eating size reds all winter. Reds on the table Red sh llets are moist and tender, good in a variety of recipes. However, the species does have a pronounced red line down each side, and unless that line is removed, it adds a somewhat shy taste to the meat, which some people dont like. One of the best recipes for reds is baked, in the shell, which means the gutted carcass, head on, is wrapped in foil and placed on the grill or in a 350-degree oven. Stuf ng the cavity with sliced oranges or lemons adds a nice extra tang. Cook until a fork passes easily through the thickest part of the shoulders. When the sh is cooked, slide a knife just under the skin and run it down the backbone, then peel away the skin. This reveals the llet and the red line. Slip a spatula under the red line and lift it away, and the sh is ready for the table. Serving-size portions lift easily off the bones. Reds are also good just plain fried; llet, skin, cut out the red line and section the llets into eating-size pieces. Dip in cornmeal or crushed corn akes, then drop into hot vegetable oil or peanut oil. Cook until the coating turns light brown, then drain on layers of paper napkins and serve. Last but not least is blackened red sh, a dish made up to create a tasty dish from less palatable sh. But theres no question that its darned good. Basically the routine is to dip the llets in Cajun seasonings available at any grocery store these days and then fry it in a very hot cast iron skillet with butter. The mix of seasoning dust and butter quickly forms a blackened crust on the outside, while the esh inside remains moist and tender. (Leave it a minute too long and all you have is burnt sh, but done right, this is a great dish.) TIPS FOR SPOOKY REDS More elevation means you can see ats reds farther away, which is why poling platforms and casting towers are found on many ats rigs. However, the higher you are, the father away a red sh can see you. Its good to use the tower to locate the sh, but sometimes youll have to step down and crouch on the deck while casting if you want to get them to eat. If you sh from a boat, use the pushpole and the PowerPole or Talon rather than the trolling motor and anchor when ever possible. With light winds, simply drifting or letting the tide carry you can be the best possible approach but be ready to stop the boat immediately when you see sh ahead. Otherwise, youll drift too close and spook them. When possible, let the sh come to you; determine their direction of travel, get the boat well ahead of them and sit in silence while they feed into casting range. When sh chase your lure close, get smallcrouch down so that he cant see you up there manipulating that rod. While a silent approach in a ats boat is good, a silent approach while wading is much better; theres a lot less for the sh to see, and that means you can get closer most of the time. DOUBLE UP New regulations increase redfish daily limit to two Contributed photos Giant redfish like this one, caught on the northeast side of Florida by Captain Don Dingman and helpers, are also found in Panhandle waters in late summer and fall. Like all reds longer than 27 inches, they must be released immediately per state regulations. Below, shallow flats can be ideal locations to spot tailing redfish, particularly on the low tides created by new and full moon periods.
SP O RTS www.bonifaynow.com A Section This is Part 2 of a threepart series on Ebro Greyhound Park. By PAT McCANN 747-5068 | @pcnhpat pmccann@pcnh.com EBRO It isnt meant as a slight to either party when saying that Joe Watson would have t nicely with the cast of The Andy Grif th Show. Watsons unassuming demeanor and down-home work ethic are virtues embodied in the long-running staple of American television. He doesnt make a grand entrance or command a room. More than likely, he could be the one over in the corner getting the job done. Now 49, the Caryville resident is in his rst year as sole owner of a greyhound racing kennel, AJN, which occupies kennel No. 5 in the compound in the northwest corner of the property at Ebro Greyhound Park. The J and the N represent Joe and wife, Nita, who is a retired colonel in the state corrections system. Watsons current status re ects an evolution that began when he was a teenager growing up in Bonifay. He had a friend in school, Floyd Harcus, who was involved in the industry and rst got him involved. He was raising greyhounds, so Ive been coming here since I was 18, Watson said of the Washington County track. Eventually he became partners with Sarah Lucas for four years in SL Kennel. Watson had another partner last year who he said decided to follow a trail of larger purses at a track up north af liated with a casino. Watson has had a hand in the kennel end of the business for eight years. Relationships forged over time have had a direct bearing on how he conducts the enterprise. As example: On his friendship with Ebro administrator Teresa Duncan, dating to when she started in customer services six years ago, Duncan recently became a rsttime owner of a racing greyhound, AJN Sweet Smoke: I knowd how she was. Knowd she be a good owner. I didnt mind getting her involved. I knew it would be a good thing. On Thomas Suggs, age 22, who is in his rst year as a trainer and handles the greyhounds for AJN: He started in Sarasota and has been with me eight months. (Kennel owner) Ray Thurber asked me to give him a shot. Said he had potential. Hes got his own ways. If I see were not winning we might sit down and talk and make an adjustment. Hes doing real good. Hes 22 years old and in second place (kennel wins), which is real good. On his bond with owners of dogs that represent AJN Kennel: You can tell in how they handle theirself and their dogs that it will be a positive experience. In addition to time spent tending to kennel-related business, Watson delivers the ground beef used as feed to kennel compounds located in Pensacola and as far away as Monticello. He also has a lumber yard and sawmill located on his 15-acre farm, though he admits since the downturn in the economy he operates the mill mostly by appointment these days. Still, Watsons work week can approach 70 hours during Ebros live racing season that runs May through September. He also spends 11 weeks in Melbourne and races his dogs during the winter-spring meet in Sarasota. Watson currently has 80 greyhounds in his kennel, of which 60-65 are active and the other are young pups getting ready to race for the rst time. You can tell when a dog no longer is going to be competitive, he said. Then you got to get somebody else in their place. In doing so, Watson said he makes sure where his dogs wind up following the end of their racing careers. I pet them out, he said. I pick out where mine go. I know the people. I know theyre taken care of. In that sense, the kennel is in a state of yearly replenishment. New puppies are acclimated into racing a racing routine, while nonproductive and often older dogs get new homes. Watson said that a greyhounds career usually is capped when reaching age 5 or 6, and often well before then. Watson said he keeps three or four female greyhounds as broods to mate with male racing greyhounds. Hes of the opinion that the females genetics and racing history play the most prominent role in producing offspring that mature into topight performers. You have to keep blood lines spread out, know who crosses with who, he said. If the line is bred too tight it makes them act crazy. Watson has a working relationship with a kennel in Fort White where his puppies are trained for the racing life. Until then, he said, you cant determine which dogs will be productive. You dont know until they start training about 14 months old, he said. You dont know until they go around the track. Watson estimated his expenses at $6,000 per month in operating the kennel. His greyhounds have to deliver, nishing either rst, second or third in a race, to earn points by grade of race to add to the payoff kennel owners receive. The money bet during an entire racing program, either evening or matinee, goes into the pool as well as the handle bet on simulcast races aired at Ebro as well as a percentage of the take from the Poker Room. From the purse money AJN Kennel receives, Watson pays individual greyhound owners 35 percent by race, and 50 percent of money earned in stakes races. Ebro annually runs the Mega Morris Stakes each summer for greyhounds that break their maiden or win their rst of cial career race at the track. That is another carrot for Watson to start his puppies racing here. One reason is the Ebro Puppy Stakes, he said. If you start them here, they have a chance to compete in the Puppy Stakes, which usually is $5,000 to $7,500 payoff. In addition to compensating owners, Watson pays Suggs a weekly salary plus a $100 bonus based on points earned for top. A kennel helper and additional part-time workers can be on the payroll, and Watson covers the cost of all meat, meal, supplies and extended veterinary services not provided by the track veterinarian. Suggs was raised in the vicinity of Ebro Greyhound Park and attended Vernon High School before nishing his last two years at Freeport. He said that maintaining a daily routine in the kennel is important. It may vary by trainer, he said, as each has preferred ways of doing things. But repetition is important in helping the animals adapt and remain in a positive rhythm. AJN Kennel was coming off a strong month when Watson was interviewed for this series. He estimated a pro t of about $5,000 during that time. Soon afterward, AJN greyhounds won only three of the next 48 races held at the track, but that doesnt stop curious onlookers from asking the obvious question. Every time you walk around people, they ask me who is going to win, Watson said. You might be dealing with one-hundredth of a second (for a 5-16 mile race usually decided in about 31 seconds) but people think that all trainers know. Kennel owners and trainers do understand when dogs that have fared well in the past suddenly arent performing, however. At times, injury or illness can be the culprit. You might take him off and give him a rest, Watson added. And when they see other dogs going to the races without them it can put the desire back in them to race. Watson said that he was en route to Hollywood, Fla., in October 2010 when he received the phone call on the day that forever changed how the kennels in the compound at Ebro were scrutinized. The bodies of 34 decomposed greyhounds were found dead of starvation during the offseason in one of the kennels, long after the racing meet had concluded. Watson said that initially he couldnt believe the news. I never thought that would happen here, he said solemnly. As a result, Ebro Greyhound Park has changed its operational procedures to ensure that it never does. Assistant manager Mark Hess explained that the track altered its policies to exceed state regulations and to emphasize were doing everything we possibly can to make sure that never happens again. Now anytime there is a racing greyhound in our facility we have 24-hour security, Hess said. We know the comings and goings from a log-in sheet kept in the guardhouse. Thats the major changes that we did in addition to weekly and random checks. Five of the abused animals were able to be saved, Hess said. They were rehabilitated and adopted as pets. Part III: AJN Sweet Smoke breaks his maiden and charges up the ranks to make his Grade A debut against some of the best greyhounds at the track. You dont know until they go around the track Mexican Restaurant Wednesday, August 8, 2012 Page 7 SH ERI I RO W N F FREE FISH FRY DOG DAYS OF SUMMER: PART 2 ANDREW WARDLOW | The News Herald Joe Watson takes a break from his schedule inside Kennel No. 5 in the compound at Ebro Greyhound Park.
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July 26 through Aug. 10: Holmes Avenue from McGee Street to State Road 79 July 30 through Aug. 13: A portion of Red Bird Road to McGee Street Aug. 13-23: McGee Street from Holmes Avenue to SR 79 Aug. 14 through Sept. 4: A portion of Cotton Street to Indiana Avenue; and Indiana Avenue from Cotton Street almost to Tracy Street Aug. 24 through Sept. 15: Crawford Street from Son-In-Law Road to Allison Avenue Sept. 5-11: Indiana Avenue from Tracy Street to Waukesha Street Sept. 12-19: A portion of Minnesota Avenue to Tracy Street and a side street from Tracy Street to Montana Avenue Sept. 12 through Nov. 9: Iowa Avenue from Tracy Street to Etheridge Street; Etheridge Street; Pennsylvania Avenue from Midway Street to Waukesha Street; and Evans from Etheridge to Waukesha Street Sept. 16-18: Weeks Street from Caldwell Avenue almost to Brock Avenue Sept. 19-21: Byrd Avenue from Waukesha Street to Oklahoma Street Sept. 22-28: Oklahoma Street from Highway 90 to Hill Circle Sept. 29 through Oct. 8: Varner Street; and Moore Avenue from Varner Street halfway to Weeks Street Oct. 6 through Nov. 29: Highway 90 from Stewart Street to McGee Street Nov. 11-26: Virginia Avenue from Oklahoma Street to Varner Street Nov. 27 through Jan. 30: Waukesha Street from North Avenue to Virginia Avenue; and North Avenue from Waukesha Street to Oklahoma Nov. 30 through Jan. 20: SR 79 from McKinnon Avenue to Clifford Street Shay McCormick Bonifay Holmes County School Board District 4 Non-partisan race Running for political of ce to make a difference has always been a desire of mine. Having been married to a veteran teacher of 29 years, I know the dif culties they face on a daily basis to maintain a conducive learning environment. The state and federal government continue to hand down more and more red tape with less and less funding to do the job. I will genuinely give my time and experience to make a difference in our school system. I rmly believe this position needs a person that has business and community service experience with proven leadership abilities. I have 38 years experience in business and ownership of a business. I have given countless hours of community service to Holmes County serving on many boards of directors. I also have been involved in numerous charitable and civic activities. We must continue to equip and support the excellent teachers and administration in this county. Our childrens education is a top priority for me if elected to the school board. This is my rst run at a political of ce. Politics have always interest me and would greatly appreciate the opportunity to serve on the Holmes County School Board. I have not served in the military. One of the biggest challenges the school system faces is continued budget short falls. As we all know the economy continues to suffer both at the state and federal levels. I believe we would fooling ourselves to think that budget cuts will not continue to decline from both the state and federal levels. We must work closely with both our Governor and Legislators to protect the tax dollars that our education system needs and deserves. This county cannot afford teacher layoffs, less staffing and less money to operate and educate our children. Therefore, my promise to the citizens of Holmes County is, I will work hard and tirelessly for you. You will have a presence both at the local level as well as in Tallahassee to protect what I believe is the finest school system in the state. I want the ne citizens of Holmes County to know that if elected on August 14th, for Holmes County School Board Member District 4, I, Shay McCormick will use my proven work ethics and proven leadership abilities to serve you proudly. I will be in your schools and will listen to the needs of our teachers. I will be in Tallahassee working hard to be sure we get every dollar available to us to continue to improve an already great school system. A chance to serve you proudly is all I ask. Please vote for Shay McCormick on August 14. Thank you. Dates for upcoming street work for Bonifay released CANDIDATE PROFILE SHAY M c CORMICK
Elect Kyle I will appreciate your vote in the August Primary Early Voting August 4th-11th Election Day August 14th Pd. Pol.Adv. paid for and approved by Kyle Hudson, Dem. Holmes Co. Clerk of Court Lifetime public servant Administration Fiscally Responsible dependable , and courteous service Fire department to hold Meet & Greet WESTVILLE There will be a Meet & Greet the Candidates on Friday, Aug. 10, at Pine Log Volunteer Fire Department. The event will begin at 6 p.m., with a silent cake auction ending at 7 p.m. Hamburger, hot dog or sausage plates will be for sale for $5. Come out and support your local re department at 1652 Highway 81 in Westville. Jerusalem Missionary Back to School Pep Rally CHIPLEY Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church will have a Back to School Pep Rally from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 11. They will be giving kids free school supplies, and free haircuts will be provided. There will also be free food for the kids and motivational speeches to prepare them for the school year. For more information, call Chester Campbell at 373-7090. Quarterly HCHS Alumni Luncheon BONIFAY The Quarterly Holmes County High School Alumni Luncheon will be at 11:30 a.m. Aug. 14 at Scotts Restaurant (Formerly Simbos) in Bonifay. All alumni, former students and faculty are invited to attend. Washington County Farm Bureau meeting CHIPLEY The annual meeting of the Washington County Farm Bureau is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Aug. 16. A brief business meeting and a performance by PeeWee Johns and Band will follow dinner. Washington County Farm Bureau members will not want to miss this evening of food, fun and fellowship. Members are encouraged to con rm their attendance by notifying the Farm Bureau Of ce at 638-1756 no later than noon Aug. 13. INDEX Society ................................. B2 Faith .................................... B4 Obituaries ............................ B5 Classi eds ............................ B7 PHOTOS BY RANDAL SEYLER | The News U.S. Rep. Steve Southerland of Panama City, center, holds the possum he won in Saturdays Possum Auction at the 43rd annual Possum Festival in Wausau, while festival chairman Joe Tharp, left, and auctioneer David Corbin look on. The festival began Friday with the annual Possum King and Queen contest. At right, a pair of Glenn Hess supporters gets into the possum spirit during the Wausau Possum Festival on Saturday. POSSUMS & Above, Possum King Joseph Goodman wrangles a possum during Saturdays Possum Auction. Right, from top, Miss Tiny Baby Fun Day Havynn Mathis waves at the crowd during the Possum Parade on Saturday. Havynn won her title during the 2012 Miss Fun Day Pageant in Wausau on July 28. The pageant is a precursor to the annual possum festivities. Kayla Rudd, left, 2012 Miss Teen Fun Day, waves to the crowd during the parade. Mr. Fun Day King Bentley Locke mulls sharing his candy during Saturdays parade. 2012 Miss Watermelon Olivia Guettler was one of several local beauty queens on hand for the Possum Festival. At right, f estival chairman Joe Tharp, left, recognizes Harley Toole as the winner of the cornpone contest at Saturdays Fun Day activities. Washington, Holmes at a glance Washington County News Holmes County Times-Advertiser Wednesday, AUGUST 8 2012 B PAGE 1 Section
Wednesday, August 8, 2012 B2 | Holmes County Times-Advertiser | Washington County News Extra and www.BonifayRehab.com B ONIFAY N URS IN G & REH AB CE N TER Make the Move J.D. OWENS INC. Carpet & Ceramic Outlet YOUR HOMETOWN LOW PRICE! CARPET, CERAMIC, PORCELAIN, VINYL, NAFCO, LAMINATE, HARDWOOD & AREA RUGS Weve Got It At The Price You Want! HUGE REMNANT SALE! J.D. OWENS CARPET & C ERA MIC OUTLET Located Between Arrowhead Campgrounds & Hopkins, On Hwy. 90 The Place To Shop, If Money Matters! Textured Plush Carpet 79 SF Loose Lay Vinyl 69 SF FHA Quality Vinyl 49 SF Super Thick Loose Lay Vinyl 99 SF 12 x 9 Tan Frieze ...................................... $ 95 50 12 x 12 Dark Green Plush ........................ $ 139 90 12 x 13 Light Tan Plush ............................ $ 109 90 12 x 13 Dark Blue Plush ........................... $ 155 50 12 x 14 Heavy Tan Frieze ......................... $ 165 50 12 x 14 Medium Brown Frieze ................. $ 149 90 12 x 15 Chocolate Frieze ......................... $ 179 90 12 x 15 Light Tan Plush ............................ $ 155 50 12 x 16 Medium Blue Frieze .................... $ 189 90 12 x 19 Heavy Velvet Plush Tan .............. $ 225 50 12 x 19 2 Green Comm. Plush .................... $ 205 50 12 x 20 Multi Color Comm. ...................... $ 169 90 carpettilemarianna.com Moody wins Mr. Photogenic Brantley Garret Moody, son of Kimberly and Garret Moody of Wausau, recently earned the title of Mr. Photogenic in the Possum Festivals Little Queen & King Pageant. Brantley is 10 months old and enjoys spending time with his family. He loves ravioli and taters and visiting with his Aunt Taylor. Brantleys parents are very proud of him and would like to congratulate the winners and the runners-up. Special to Extra BONIFAY As local health departments nationwide strive to protect the public from infectious diseases, bioterrorism, natural disasters and other public health threats, the National Association of County and City Health Of cials has recognized the Holmes and Washington county health departments for their ability to respond to public health emergencies. Working independently of each other, the Holmes and Washington health departments met the comprehensive preparedness benchmarks required to be recognized by Project Public Health Ready, a unique partnership between NACCHO and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Holmes and Washington health departments join a cohort of almost 300 local health departments across the country that have distinguished their agencies preparedness efforts through PPHR. We are proud to have been recognized by Project Public Health Ready for our high level of preparedness, said Rick Davis, administrator for both health departments. We will continue to improve our ability to quickly and effectively respond to any public health crisis for both counties. NACCHO commends Holmes and Washington health departments for being a model of public health emergency preparedness, said Robert Pestronk, executive director of NACCHO. The public health system is making great strides thanks to the good work of leaders in local public health preparedness such as Holmes and Washington health departments. Local health departments recognized by PPHR undergo a rigorous evaluation by peer review. PPHR required both health department to meet a set of national standards for public health preparedness in three key areas: preparedness planning, workforce competency and demonstration of all-hazards readiness through exercises or a response to a real event. PPHR recognition con rmed that both area departments have a thorough and coordinated emergency response plan in place, that agency staff members are trained and that the agency exercises the plan and uses it during public health emergencies. The mission of NACCHO is to be a leader, partner, catalyst and voice for local health departments in order to ensure the conditions that promote health and equity, combat disease and improve the quality and length of all lives. Clarks celebrate golden anniversary A reception honoring Bill and Annette Clark as they celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary will be 2-4 p.m. Aug. 18, at the Student Ministries Building, 1300 South Blvd., First Baptist Church, Chipley. They are the parents of John Clark and Katherine Moat, who are hosting the reception. No gifts are necessary. Those who wish may make a donation in our parents name to the Florida Baptist Childrens Homes. Special to Extra TALLAHASSEE Florida Department of Education Commissioner Gerard Robinson submitted a letter of resignation on June 31 to Gov. Rick Scott and State Board of Education Chairman Kathleen Shanahan. Robinson has served as head of one of the countrys largest state school systems since August 2011. Under his leadership, Floridas school system has realized some major milestones, including raising achievement levels for the rst time in a decade, obtaining a provisional exibility waiver from the U.S. Department of Education from the Elementary and Secondary Education Act one of the rst 11 states to receive noti cation and earning national recognition for accomplishments from early childhood learning to the Florida College System. The board is extremely grateful for Gerards leadership this past year, Shanahan said. He has worked with the board as we have raised standards for our students and our schools. He is a leader who embodies and understands the importance of education reform. We wish him the best as he makes the decision that is best for his own young children. Shanahan said the board will be working closely with the governor to identify a replacement. Robinsons resignation will be effective Aug. 31. Smiths 50th anniversary In honor of the 50th wedding anniversary of Lowell and Ernestine Smith, their children and grandchildren request the pleasure of your company on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2012, from 2-4 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Bonifay Fellowship Hall, 311 N. Waukesha St., Bonifay. No gifts, please. Washington County back-to-school shots to be Aug. 11 CORRECTION POLICY It is the Policy of the Washington County News and the Holmes County Times-Advertiser to correct all errors that appear in news stories. If you wish to report an error or clarify a story, call 638-0212 or email news@chipleypaper.com. David and Angela Hanes are the parents of Timra Deanne Hanes. Timra was a 2010 graduate of Ponce de Leon High School. Davids name and the graduation year were incorrect in the Aug. 1 edition of the Holmes County Times-Advertiser. Happy ANNIVERSARY Congratulations Special to the News WASHINGTON COUNTY We all need immunizations (also called vaccines or shots) to help protect us from serious diseases. To help keep our community safe, the Washington County Health Department is proudly participating in National Immunization Awareness Month. Shots can prevent infectious diseases like measles, diphtheria and rubella. But people in the U.S. still die from these and other vaccine-preventable diseases. Its important to know which shots you need and when to get them. Now is the time to make sure your children are up-to-date on their back-toschool immunizations. WCHD will be giving immunizations for school children from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 11, at the Northwest Florida Community Hospital Back to School Fair. Immunizations also are given Monday through Friday at WCHD. Get your shots now, before school starts, said Susan Miller, WCHD immunization nurse. Upto-date immunizations are a requirement for attendance at school. The Vaccine for Children program provides the required immunizations at no charge to you. Everyone age 6 months and older needs a seasonal u shot every year. Other shots work best when they are given at certain ages. Here are some general guidelines: Children need a series of shots from birth to age 6; pre-teens need recommended shots at age 11 or 12; and all adults need a booster shot every 10 years to help protect against tetanus and diphtheria. Talk to your doctor or nurse to nd out which immunizations you need. For more information, call WCHD at 638-6240. Holmes, Washington health departments recognized Florida education commissioner to resign
Wednesday, August 8, 2012 Extra Washington County News | Holmes County Times-Advertiser | B3 THG-11909 This week Dr. Dorothy Black, clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (CVM), discusses some common over-thecounter and prescription medications that are toxic to pets. Many homes have these medications, and it can be surprisingly easy for pets to get a hold of them, Black said. Whether pets open bottles, chew on tubes, lick topical medication or just pick up dropped pills off the oor, these medications pose particularly dangerous threats. Even the most common over-the-counter medications can be dangerous. Non-steroidal anti-in ammatories, NSAIDs, such as naproxen, ibuprofen, acetaminophen and aspirin, can be highly toxic to dogs and cats. These human medications can have profound effects on the gastrointestinal tract, kidneys, liver and hemoglobin in red blood cells. Unfortunately, there is no speci c antidote, and an overdose often requires hospitalization and supportive care. Most cases of NSAID toxicity have a prognosis of good to guarded depending on clinical signs. It is best not to give any NSAIDs to pets, unless under the direct supervision of your veterinarian, Black said. And keep medications out of the reach of pets. Pets are naturally drawn to objects that we touch often and pill bottles are regularly handled, so they carry our scent. We typically use terms of excellent, good, fair, guarded and grave to give odds of survival in these types of cases. Excellent indicates we have little doubt that, with appropriate care (typically very minimal care), their pet will return to normal function, Black said. Guarded prognoses usually have a ftyfty chance for survival with aggressive treatment, and the pet may not recover to 100 percent of what they were before poisoning. Without treatment the pet is likely to die. Vitamin D analogs, which are used topically to treat psoriasis, also top Blacks list of toxic medicines. If pets lick the product off the skin, kidney failure could occur. Signs of poisoning are vomiting, diarrhea and increased urination and drinking. As with NSAIDs, there is no antidote. If the pet is decontaminated before clinical signs emerge, the prognosis is good. However, if clinical signs occur, the prognosis is guarded. The topical medications are particularly alarming, because if your pet licks the application site on your body, they can unintentionally ingest the medication, Black said. Many people dont realize the danger that poses to pets. Medications containing progesterone, such as birth control pills and some topical cancer medications, are also dangerous. If ingested in large quantities, these medications can lead to bone marrow toxicity and seizures. Since there is no antidote for progesterone poisoning, supportive care is the only treatment option if clinical signs are presented, and at that point the prognosis is guarded. Amphetamines, which are commonly used to treat Attention De cit Disorder (ADD) can also have alarming effects on pets. If ingested by cats or dogs, amphetamines can cause hyperactivity, aggressive behavior, vocalization, elevated body temperature, heart arrhythmias tremors, and seizures. Although supportive care is usually successful, high-dose intoxications carry a guarded prognosis. It should be noted that supportive care can lead to successful recovery, but it is rather expensive and can force some pet owners to make tough decisions, Black said. This is one of those times that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Its best to protect your pets from the outset. Keep medications contained and beware of topical applications. ABOUT PET TALK Pet Talk is a service of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University. Stories can be viewed on the Web at vetmed.tamu.edu/pet-talk. Suggestions for future topics may be directed to cvmtoday@cvm.tamu.edu. by CATHRINE LAMB 638-0212 | @catspitstop clamb@chipleypaper.com CHIPLEY The local craft group Krafty Katz made a trip to Scared Heart Childrens Hospital in Pensacola July 30 to deliver blankets to the children in the NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit), PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit), the Infant and Toddlers Unit and the School Age Unit. The group, consisting of Vicki Lamb, Linda Bybee and Cathrine Lamb, took more than 50 blankets, six journals and three hats to the children. The blankets were split between all of the units, the journals went to the school age unit for the children to keep a written statement of their day-to-day life as they are in the hospital, and the hats were given to the oncology unit. Marina Holley, foundation development coordinator for Scared Heart, gave the group a tour of the different units. Children as they about to be released from Scared Heart Childrens Hospital are given the opportunity to paint a ceiling tile to be placed of the ceiling. These tiles are placed on the ceiling in the hallways so the children have something to look at as they go for procedures. Marina showed the ladies the new Healing Garden that was just opened in March 2012. This is an outside area that has been built between to wings of the hospital to allow patients to get fresh air and do physical therapy without being around other people, which would put the children with immune disorders at risk for becoming sicker. Linda and Cathrine, the two members that were able to make the trip, were in the company of Vicki Kirkland, the Walmart fundraising coordinator. The Scared Heart Childrens Hospital is located in Pensacola. The hospital is the only pediatric hospital providing care to children regardless of ability to pay in Northwest Florida. SHCH is currently serving children from Northwest Florida and south Alabama. The state-of-the-art hospital boasts 106-beds for children, with 55 of those beds being in the NICU. The hospital has been designated by the state of Florida as the only pediatric trauma referral center in Northwest Florida. Scared Heart Childrens Hospital is the areas only Level III NICU. The nurses and doctors are on standby to take care of and treat these critically ill children and to take care of any problems that come up from these babies being sick and/or premature. SHCH also boasts the areas only PICU. The PICU is a 10-bed unit where they take care of the most critically ill or injured children. There are 50 other beds outside of the NICU and PICU for sick children or for those children who have cancer. The hospital has a oneroom school, where children can complete their school work so they do not fall behind. There is also an age-appropriate playroom in each of the units, so the children may interact with one another if they are able to. The Scared Heart Childrens Hospital provides pediatric physicians who specialize in the following areas: cardiology; critical care; emergency; gastroenterology; general surgery; hematology/oncology; nephrology; neurology; neurosurgery; orthopedics; otolaryngology; pulmonology; rheumatology; surgery and urology. The hospital also offers the following outpatient services with a pediatric specialists: dental clinic; ambulatory care center, emergency department; Nemours Childrens Clinic; Developmental Evaluation and Early Intervention Program, and a dialysis unit. They also have a Miracle Camp for children with chronic illnesses. For more information about the Scared Heart Foundation, call 416-4660. The Krafty Katz will be making another trip sometime between Thanksgiving and Christmas. If you would like to donate material (cotton, eece or annel), sheets (the group uses these for the backs of the blankets), hats (for the children on the oncology unit) or anything else you may wish to send to the units. The group will also take any new or gently used blankets to the hospital. For more information, please call Vicki Lamb, Krafty Katz member, at 638-1483 or 326-3319. PET TALK Human medicines can be poison to pets SPECIAL TO EXTRA Top left: Statue at the entrance of Scared Heart Childrens Hospital. Top right: (Left to right) Vicki Kirkland, Walmart fundraising coordinator, and Linda Bybee and Cathrine Lamb, Krafty Katz members, present blankets to Marina Holley, foundation development coordinator at Scared Heart. Bottom left: Tiles painted by former patients at Scared Heart Childrens Hospital lining the ceiling in the hallways. Local crafters donate blankets to NICU
FAITH B Section www.bonifaynow.com | www.chipleypaper.com But when the holy Spirit comes upon you, you will be lled with power, and you will be my witnesses... Place your message here for only $8.00 per week. First Baptist Church come as you are Mike Orr, Pastor 1300 South Blvd. PO Box 643 Chipley, Florida (850) 638-1830 Place your message here for only $8.00 per week. Let Go of Hate Hatred and anger are like hot coals, and if you pick them up to hurl them at your enemies you are sure to get burned. All wisdom counsels us to let go of hatred, and tells us moreover that hatred cannot be overcome by hatred. Only love can conquer hate. The Bible tells us to renounce hatred almost as often as it tells us positively to love. Consider the 23rd chapter of Deuteronomy, where God tells the Israelites Do not despise an Edomite, for the Edomites are related to you. Do not despise an Egyptian, because you resided as foreigners in their country. (Deuter onomy 23: 7) Throughout the Old Testament, the are told simply that they must have the law of love and mercy written on their hearts. After all is said and done, God cares less for the strict adher ence to the letter of the law than to following the spirit of the law, which is love. When in doubt about making a response to someone, we should consider choosing a loving comment. BROWN FUNERAL HOME 1068 Main Street, Chipley 638-4010 Washington County News Holmes County Times-Advertiser This Message Courtesy of Hatred stirs up wrongs. Rev. James L. Snyder It is funny where you pick up an idea. I know I was not born with a truck full of ideas like some people. Take, for example, the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage. She has more ideas than you can shake a stick at, and, believe me, I have shaken many a stick at her, behind her back, of course. I have to scrape around for an idea, and then when I do nd one I am so exhausted from the search that I am not sure what to do with it. Then an idea comes looking for me. That is a strange phenomenon. I was watching the news with my wife when we heard the lead story of the day about the Chickl-A Appreciation Day. Im not sure I know all the political ins and outs of that sort of thing. Everything seems to have some kind of political overtone to it these days. What was once a matter of morality has become a matter of policy. Politics have invaded every aspect of our life, and I am so looking forward to heaven where, someone told me and I cannot reveal the source (but the word is out), there are no politics in heaven. Whenever you have an opportunity to go out and buy some chicken, I say take it. It was not hard to convince my better half to go out for supper. We do not do it too much anymore. What, with the traf c and the nances, it hardly seems worthwhile. That is why I always brag about my wifes cooking. Oh, boy, I will say after a meal, you cant get anything this good at some restaurant. She smiles, but I suspect she knows what I am saying. Well, we did try to go to Chickl-A, but we could not get within 17 blocks of it. It seems everybody and their third cousin was out getting chicken for supper. Oh well, you cannot participate in everything, but at least we tried. As we circled the block for the 19th time, the idea came to me. If we can have a Chickl-A Appreciation Day because the head of the company said he believed in some traditional values, then why cant I? I believe in everything traditional. I am the most traditional person you will ever meet. Before there was a me, there was not much that was traditional. I go back so far I can remember when dirt was clean. I want the whole world to know that I believe in tradition, and I am not just ddling on the roof. I know it is oldfashioned, but I believe in the Bible. If it is in the Bible, I believe it, although I must confess I do not understand everything in the Bible. But then, nobody understands everything in their world. The smartest person knows he does not know everything. I built my life upon the values stressed in the Bible and I take it as the Word of God. I believe in singing hymns in church. Most people in America have never heard a hymn let alone sang one in a congregational setting. If you would go to the average person on the street corner and ask what their favorite hymn was they would not know what you are talking about. I know tradition is old-fashioned, but I still embrace it. If it is traditional, I probably believe it. Some people believe that if it is new, it is okay, and if it is old, throw it away. Experience teaches us that it is the exact opposite. Take medicine for example. Sure, many people have bene ted from modern advancements in medicine. I appreciate every advancement. But then, if medicine has made such in-roads into our culture, why are more and more people sick? Why are the hospitals full and over owing? Why are there not enough doctors to take care of all of the sick? I am thankful for what medicine has done, but for every cure it achieves, three more diseases pop up sticking out their tongue. Yes, I believe in tradition. Most people are traditional in many areas of their life. Do you realize that it was traditional for your great, great, greatgrandfather to drink water? It was traditional for your great, great, greatgrandfather to go to sleep at night, to get up in the morning? And the list goes on and on. Those things, which are traditional, are those things that have endured the wearing element of time. In light of all of this traditional head-wagging, I want to propose another appreciation day. This coming Sunday, I declare it to be Local Church Appreciation Day. Everybody who believes in traditional values will show up at the church of their choice and make their vote count. I know it will be a shock, and we run the danger that many church ceilings will cave in, but I think it is worth the risk. Of course, there is the possibility that when many pastors see their sanctuary lled with people they will pass out in sheer shock. In the meantime, I am going to stick to what the Bible says here regardless of what happens. In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus to you-ward (1 Thessalonians 5:18 KJV). Every Sunday should be local Church Appreciation Day. Rev. James L. Snyder is pastor of the Family of God Fellowship, PO Box 831313, Ocala, FL 34483. He lives with his wife, Martha, in Silver Springs Shores. Call him at 1-866-552-2543 or e-mail jamessnyder2@att. net His web site is www. jamessnyderministries. com Mount Zion Independent Baptist Church will be having a mullet sh fry fundraiser. It will be held on from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11, dine-in or carryout. The plates will be $7 and will consist of fresh mullet, coleslaw, baked beans, hushpuppies, cake and tea. A cake auction will be held at 6 p.m. All political candidates are welcome to attend and will be given a chance to speak after the cake auction. This fundraiser will go toward the church building fund. The church is located at 3205 Hwy 2 in Esto, one mile west of Hwy 79. Otter Creek Revival set Revival Services at Otter Creek Methodist Church will be held at 7 p.m. on Aug. 12-17 (Sunday Friday). The Rev. Gary Gibben, from Panama City, will be the guest speaker. Homecoming is Sunday, Aug. 19. The church is located four miles north of Ponce de Leon off Highway 81. Everyone is invited to attend these services. Shady Grove Baptist Church homecoming BONIFAY Shady Grove Baptist Church will be holding homecoming services starting at 10:30 a.m., on Aug. 19. Charlie Hinson will be the speaker, and he will also be singing. Lunch will be served in the fellowship hall after the service. The church is located at 1955 Highway 177-A. New Life Fellowship Assembly of God Womens Conference CHIPLEY New Life Fellowship Assembly of God presents Daughters of Destiny: A Womens Conference. There will be four sessions: the rst session will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 23, the second session will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24, and third session at 9 a.m. and the fourth session at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 25. The guest speaker will be Diane Coleman, and conference host Sherri Evans will also be speaking. Conference worship leader is Tiffane Raulerson. Early bird registration is $30. Registration at the conference is $40. Contact church of ce to inquire about area hotel discounts for the conference. The church is located at 695 5th St. in Chipley. For more information, call the church of ce at 638-1134, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m Monday through Thursday. Library hours Wausau Library Monday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday: 1-6 p.m. Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 1-6 p.m. Friday: Closed Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed Holmes County Library (Bonifay) Monday: Closed Tuesday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. to noon Sunday: Closed Washington County Library (Chipley) Monday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed Vernon Library Monday: Closed Tuesday: 1-6 p.m. Wednesday: 1-6 p.m. Thursday: Closed Friday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed Sunny Hills Library Monday: 1-6 p.m. Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 1-6 p.m. Thursday: Closed Friday: Closed Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed MONDAY 10 a.m. to noon: Holmes Council on Aging provides bingo, exercise, games, activities, hot meals and socialization. 11 a.m.: Washington Council on Aging (Chipley) senior lunches; for reservations, call 638-6217. Donations accepted. 6 p.m.: Writers Group meets the rst Monday each month (unless a holiday) at 6:00 at the Chipley library 6-7:30 p.m.: Salvation Army Domestic Violence and Rape Crisis Program (SADVP) hosts a domestic violence support group at the SADVP Rural Outreach of ce, 1461 S. Railroad Ave., Apartment 1, in Chipley. Call Emma or Jess at 415-5999. TUESDAY 8 to 10 a.m.: Church Fellowship Breakfasts at Around the Corner Grill. Breakfast provided. All denominations welcome. 10 a.m. to noon: Holmes Council on Aging provides hot meals and socialization. 11 a.m.: Washington Council on Aging (Chipley) senior lunches; for reservations, call 638-6217. Donations accepted. Noon: Chipley Kiwanis Club meeting. Noon: Alcoholics Anonymous open meeting, New Life Assembly Fellowship Hall, Chipley. 5 p.m.: BINGO at St. Joseph Catholic Church games start at 6:25 p.m. Call Peg Russ at 638-451 6 p.m.: Holmes County Commission meets second Tuesdays. 7 p.m.: Narcotics Anonymous meeting, Blessed Trinity Catholic Church on County Road 177A WEDNESDAY 10 a.m. to noon: Holmes Council on Aging provides hot meals and socialization. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: The Vernon Historical Society Museum is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meetings are fourth Wednesdays at 2 p.m. 11 a.m.: Washington Council on Aging (Chipley) senior lunches; for reservations, call 638-6217. Donations accepted. 1 p.m.: Line dancing, Washington Council on Aging in Chipley. 7 p.m.: Depression and Bipolar Support Group meets at First Baptist Church educational annex building in Bonifay. Call 547-4397. THURSDAY 7:30 a.m.: Washington County Chamber of Commerce breakfast every third Thursday 9 a.m. 12 p.m.: Amazing Grace Church USDA Food Distribution every third Thursday. (Holmes County Residents Only) 9 a.m. 3 p.m. Money Sense at Goodwill Career Training Center; call 6380093; every third Thursday 10 a.m. to noon: Holmes Council on Aging provides hot meals and socialization. 10:30 a.m.: Chipley Library preschool story time. 11 a.m.: Washington Council on Aging (Chipley) senior lunches; for reservations, call 638-6217. Donations accepted. 11 a.m.: Care Givers Support group meets third Thursdays at the First Presbyterian Church at 4437 Clinton St. in Marianna. Noon: Alcoholics Anonymous open meeting at New Life Assembly Fellowship Hall, Chipley. 6 p.m.: TOPS meets at 7 p.m. with weigh in at 6 p.m. at Mt. Olive Baptist Church 6 p.m.: The Holmes County Historical Society meets rst Thursdays at 6 p.m. The public is invited to attend. 6:30 p.m.: T.O.P.S. Mt. Olive Baptist Church on State Road 79 North. 7 p.m.: Narcotics Anonymous meeting, Blessed Trinity Catholic Church on County Road 177A FRIDAY 10 a.m. to noon: Homes Council on Aging provides bingo, exercise, games, activities, hot meals and socialization. 11 a.m.: Washington Council on Aging (Chipley) senior lunches; for reservations, call 638-6217. Donations accepted. 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: On third Fridays, Washington County Council on Aging (Chipley) will have a plate lunch available to anyone as a fundraiser for our local senior citizens. Plates are $6. Must make reservation at 638-6216 or 638-6217. 3:30: Bead Class every second Friday at LaurdenDavis Art Gallery call 703-0347 6-8 p.m.: Mariannas Gathering Place Foundation has a gettogether for 50+ senior singles, widowed or divorced on last Fridays at Winn Dixie in Marianna. Come join the fun for games, prizes and snacks while you get your shopping done. For more information, call 526-4561. 8 p.m.: Alcoholics Anonymous open meeting at Chipley Presbyterian Church. SUNDAY 8 p.m.: Alcoholics Anonymous meeting in the board room at GracevilleCampbellton Hospital in Graceville. COMMUNITY CALENDAR Page 4 Wednesday, August 8, 2012 Local Church Appreciation Day announced for Sunday Church plans mullet sh fry Faith BRIEFS
Wednesday, August 8, 2012 Extra Washington County News | Holmes County Times-Advertiser | B5 James E. Potter, 85, of Vernon, passed away Wednesday, July 25, in the Bay Medical Center in Panama City. He was a native and life long resident of Washington County and a member of the Church of God by Faith in Vernon. Survivors include his children, Mable Patterson (Sammy) of Graceville, Cassaline Davis (Rickey), Gene Potter, Creal Potter, Daniel Potter (Dorothy) all of Vernon, and Ted Potter (Helen) of Orlando; and many grandchildren and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 4, at the Church of God by Faith in Vernon, with Elder Theodore Powell and the Rev. Thedora Chamberlain, of ciating. Interment will followed in Sylvania Cemetery in Vernon with Cooper Funeral Homes of Chipley directing. The remains lied in repose at the church one hour prior to services. James E. Potter Upload your Legacy guest book photos now for FREE! 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He was an airconditioner repairman. Survivors include his wife, Phyllis Everett, of Vernon; one son, Raymond Everett and wife, Donna, of Covington, La.; one brother, Lloyd Franklin Everett of Panama City; two sisters, Catherine Kirkland of Wausau, and Vivian Harden of Chipley; and two grandchildren, Katlyn Everett and Kaycee Everett and his loving pet Kelli. Funeral services were Monday, July 30, 2012, at 3 p.m. at Wausau Pentecostal Holiness Church with the Revs. James Barwick, Roger Dale Hagan and Ernie Gray of ciating. Interment followed at Wausau Memorial Garden Cemetery with Brown Funeral Home directing. Family received friends Sunday, July 29, 2012, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Brown Funeral Home Brickyard Road Chapel. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net. James M. Everett John Elton Worthington, 68, of Caryville, died on Monday, July 30, 2012, at his residence in Hinson Crossroads Community of Caryville. Born Thursday, Oct. 28, 1943, in Washington County, he was the son of the late Amos Quincy Worthington and Iris D. Lee Worthington. He was a member of the Vernon Masonic Lodge No. 164, Alabama Electric AEC for eight years, West Florida Electric WFEC for 27 years, Florida Electric Coop for ve years He is survived by his wife, Linda Everett Worthington; a son, John N. Worthington and wife, Tanya, of Caryville; sister, Phala Jenkins and husband, Herman, of Panama City; a grandson, Quincy Allen Worthington; one niece, Felicsa Sims and husband, Tom of Panama City; one nephew, Jim Jenkins of Panama City; two aunts, Theresa Duke and husband, Aaron of Caryville, and Trudell Worthington of Vernon. A funeral service was held at 3 p.m. on Thursday at Pleasant Grove Methodist Church with the Revs. Ike Steverson Larry Justice and Bill Rhimes of ciating. Entombment was in Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Caryville, with Sims Funeral Home directing. John E. Worthington JOHN E. WORTHINGTON Mrs. Eleanor Christine Brock Howell, age 88, of Vernon, passed away Aug. 2, 2012, at Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley. She was born May 19, 1924, in Vernon to the late Harry J. Brock and Mary Vivian Miller Brock. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Howell was preceded in death by her husbands, Frank McDade and Mitchell Brown Howell; two daughters, Janis June Arrant and an infant daughter; one grandson, Jerry Frank McDade; one daughter-inlaw, Peggy McDade; and three brothers, Joseph Edward Brock, Doyle Evelyn Brock and Harry Julian Brock. Mrs. Howell is survived by her four children, Mary Neta Lee and husband Charles, Jerry Red McDade, Judy Christine Hall and husband, John, and Randy Mitchell Howell and wife, Belinda, all of Vernon; one sister, Nella Vivian Miller and husband, James William, of Vernon; 14 grandchildren, 18 greatgrandchildren and ve great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 3 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 4, 2012, at Ebenezer Church with the Revs. Randy Howell and Leon Jenkins of ciating. Interment followed in Ebenezer Church Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay directing. Family received friends one hour prior to service at Ebenezer Church. Eleanor C. Howell Warren Calvin Golden, age 89, of Graceville passed away on Sunday, July 29, 2012, at Campbellton-Graceville Hospital. He was born Feb. 13, 1923, the son of Walter A. and Loraine Golden. Mr. Golden served his country in the United Stated Air Force. He earned a living as a farmer. Mr. Golden is preceded in death by his parents, Walter A. Golden and Loraine Golden; four brothers and four sisters. Mr. Golden is survived by his wife, Nettie Golden; two step-sons, Walter Watts and his wife, Sharon, and Larry Watts; six stepgrandchildren, several step-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. The family received friends on Monday, July 30, 2012, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Williams Funeral Homes Chapel in Graceville. Services were held Tuesday, July 31, 2012, at 10 a.m. at Williams Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Ernie Gray of ciating. Interment followed at Damascus Church Cemetery in Graceville. Williams funeral Home of Graceville is in charge of arrangements. Warren C. Golden Mrs. Harriet Nolia Pitts Mims, age 84, of Bonifay, passed away July 30, 2012, at her home. She was born Jan. 25, 1928, in Bonifay to the late James Wilburn Pitts and Malinda Luada Forehand Pitts. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Mims was preceded in death by her husband, Wilburn Mims; two brothers, the Rev. Neil Pitts and Cecil Pitts; nad two sisters, Autna Richards and Derlie Pitts. Mrs. Mims is survived by two daughters, Phyllis Mims Harcus of Bonifay, and Jessica Meintel and husband, Matthew, of Bonifay; one son, Greg Mims of Ala.; ve grandchildren, Skylar Mims, Allison Decastro, Nikki Gill, Shane Howell, and Brian Howell; two great-grandchildren, Alex Meintel and Tai Meintel. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Friday, Aug. 3, 2012, at Bonifay First Assembly of God Church with the Rev. John Chance of ciating. Interment followed in Bonifay Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay directing. Family received friends from 5 to 7 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 2, 2012, at Peel Funeral Home. Harriet N. Mims Mrs. Kathleen Johnson Dozier, age 71, of Westville, passed away Aug. 1, 2012, at her home. She was born Dec. 19, 1940, in Holmes County, to the late Stratten Buddy Johnson and Amanda Elizabeth Kirkland Johnson. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Dozier was preceded in death by two brothers, Stratten Junior Johnson and Jerry Johnson; one sister, Katie Yates, and two grandchildren, Ashley King and Joshua Sprinkle. Mrs. Dozier is survived by her husband, Alton Dozier, of Westville; one son, Robert Baxter III of Wetumpka, Ala.; six daughters, Deborah Gallimore and husband, Christopher, of Greenville, S.C., Patricia Bailey of Ft. Walton, Pam Bailey and husband, Richard, of Bonifay, Sherri Marsh and husband, Kurt, of Bonifay, Nanette King and husband, Ricky, of Hartford, Ala., and April Lee and husband, Avery, of Bonifay; one brother, Mitch Johnson and wife, Barbara, of Bonifay; 17 grandchildren, Robert Baxter Jr., Rhonda Baxter, Jonathan Baxter, Brooks Dills, Brittany Dills, Nicole Blackwell, Mykal Bailey, Heather Bailey, Jamey Bailey, Jeremy Bailey, Dustin Simmons, Alexis Simmons, Adam King, Stacey King, Haley King, Cheyanne Lee, and Ross Lee; one great-grandchild, Brayden Blackwell; one step-son, Billy Wayne Dozier and wife, Cindy, of Ponce de Leon; one stepgrandchild, Tony Dozier, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 4, 2012, at Winterville Assembly of God Church with the Rev. Ike Steverson of ciating. Interment followed in Steverson Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay directing. Family received friends from 5 to 7 p.m., Friday at Winterville Assembly of God Church. Kathleen J. Dozier Mrs. Edna Pearl McElroy, 86, of Chipley, passes away on Saturday, July 28, 2012, at Washington Rehabilitation and Nursing Center of Chipley. She was of the Baptist faith and a member of Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church. She was a 1943 graduate of Roulhac High School and a 1947 graduate of Florida Normal and Industrial College in St. Augustine, where she received her Bachelor of Science degree. She received a Masters degree from Tuskegee University in mathematics/education in 1964. She taught mathematics a Roulhac High School from 1947 to 1948. She later taught at Vernon High School until retirement in 1978, where she was awarded Teacher of the Year twice during her tenure there. She taught mathematics all her life and she loved all of her students. Survivors include a loving sister, Willie Ann Crews (the late, Johnnie Lee) of Chipley; sister-inlaw, Christine Williams (the late, George); two nephews, George Edwin Williams and Tony Wayne Crews (Rahcel); two nieces, Simona Beard (Hubert) all of Port St. Joe, and Thawanda Renee Crews (Zannie) of Chipley; numerous great-, greatgreat-, and great-greatgreatnieces and nephews, all of Florida; and a host of aunts, cousins and other relatives, friends and students. Funeral services were at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 4, at Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church of Chipley, the with the Revs. Price Wilson and the Mary L. Sharpe, of ciating. Interment followed in Northside Cemetery of Chipley. The remains lied in repose at the church one hour prior to services with Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley directing. Edna P. McElroy Ef e Lee Brock, born May 21, 1921, in Vernon, to William Thomas Shef eld and Mattilou Moore Shef eld died Aug. 1, 2012, at Northwest Florida Community Hospital. She was an active member of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Vernon. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Edward Brock; her sons Joseph Fredrick Brock and Newton Brock; her brothers W.M. Shef eld, Harvey Shef eld, Jimmy Shef eld, George Shef eld and J.L. Shef eld; and one grandson, Ryan Brock. She is survived by her sons, Charles Brock and Hayward Brock; daughters, Wanda Brock, Lilla Brown and Donna Duty; brothers and sisters, Dalton Shef eld, Pauline Wells, Willodean Ketter, Elaine Feldcamp and Pheobe Shaw; 17 grandchildren, Melissa Whitson, Joey Brock, Eddie Brock, Tommy Brock, Stacey Brock, Tracie Herbert, Tonya Burch, Mark Brock, Shasta Evans, Todd Brown, Robin Holland, Ashley Brown, Brandon Brown, Brian Brock, Ryan Brock, Donavan Melton and Kohl Duty; 31 great grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Services were held at 3 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 5, 2012, at Vernon Evangelistic Church in Vernon, with the Rev. Allan English of ciating. Interment followed at Ebenezer Cemetery with Brown Funeral Home directing. Family received friends from 1 to 3 p.m., prior to service at the church. Friends and family may sign the online register at www. brownfh.net Ef e Lee Brock Ray Franklin Vinson, 80, died July 28, 2012. Funeral services were held, July 31, 2012 at Hixson Funeral Home. Interment followed in Prien Pines. Ray F. Vinson chipleypaper.com To view obituaries and sign a guest book, visit More online
Wednesday, August 8, 2012 B6 | Holmes County Times-Advertiser | Washington County News Extra Student art show on display in August BONIFAY Art students from Bonifay Holmes County High School, Middle School and Soas Fine Art Studio will be displaying their artwork during August. A reception will be Friday at 5 p.m. It is free and the public is invited. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. The reception will be at Laurden-Davis Art Gallery at 110 W. Pennsylvania Avenue in Bonifay. For more information, call 329-8381 or email laurdendavis@ gmail.com. NFCH Back 2 School Fair scheduled Chipley Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley will be hosting their annual Back 2 School Fair from 9 a.m. until noon on Saturday at the hospital. It is free to the public. School-age children will receive free haircuts and various school supplies. There will be food, backpack door prizes and entertainment. The Washington County Health Department will provide an immunization clinic for school-age children at no charge. For more information, call Aileen Koon or Heather Shelby at 638-1610. Bonifay Middle School orientation BONIFAY Orientation for the 2012 2013 school year will be at Bonifay Middle School cafeteria on Aug. 15 for fth grade at 8:30 a.m. and sixth grade at 10 a.m., and Aug. 16 for seventh grade at 8:30 a.m. and eighth grade at 10 a.m. Holmes County High School Band Camp BONIFAY Holmes County High School Blue Pride Band upcoming events are: Aug. 6-10: Full band camp from 8 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 13-17: Full band from 5 to 7 p.m. AgEnder representative to speak SUNNY HILLS Karen Schoen with AgEnder (Americans against UN Agenda 21) will speak at 6:30 p.m., Aug. 15, at Shepherds Gate Church in Sunny Hills, educating the Washing County residents about the loss of their individual rights and loss of private property. The Church is on Highway 77. Free hunter safety course from FWC BONIFAY The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is offering a free hunter safety Internetcompletion course in Holmes County. The course will be at First Baptist Church, 311 N. Waukesha St. in Bonifay. Instruction is from 6-9 p.m. Aug. 17 and 8 a.m. to noon Aug. 18. Students must complete the Internet course before coming to class and bring a copy of the nal report from the online portion of the course. The nal report form does not have to be notarized. An adult must accompany children younger than 16 at all times. Students are encouraged to bring a pencil and paper to take notes. The hunter safety course is required for people born on or after June 1, 1975, to purchase a Florida hunting license. The FWC course satises hunter-safety training requirements for all other states and Canadian provinces. People interested in attending this course can register online and obtain information about future hunter safety classes at MyFWC.com/ HunterSafety or by calling Hunter Safety Coordinator George Warthen at the FWCs regional ofce in Panama City at 265-3676. 2012 Miss Graceville Harvest Festival The 31st annual Harvest Festival Pageant will be at Graceville Civic Center at 6:30 p.m. on Sept. 7-8. The entry fee is $55 with all proceeds going to the Graceville Harvest Day Celebration. Contestants may participate in photogenic for an additional $10. Photogenic entries will be limited to one photo per contestant. Applications may be picked up at Bush Paint and Supply in Graceville, Graceville City Hall, Graceville News and Forget Me Not Photography in Bonifay. Deadline to enter is Aug. 17. Winners will receive a large trophy, large crown and banner. Alternates and participants will receive trophies. For more information, call Teresa Bush at 263-4744 or 2633072 or Michelle Watkins at the City of Graceville at 263-3250. Wallace Baseball Showcase set DOTHAN, Ala. Dothan will be hosting a Summer Baseball Showcase at 9 a.m. on Aug. 18. This Showcase is for 2013-2015 athletes. In attendance will be junior college and Division I college coaches along with professional scouts. Call the Wallace baseball ofce at 334-556-2416. Return registration form by Saturday. The cost of this showcase is $100 per athlete. Please make all checks out to Mackey Sasser. Walk-ups are welcome. Bonifay Saints sign-ups ongoing BONIFAY Bonifay Saints, also known as the Bonifay Bulldogs, will be holding signups every Saturday until school starts from 9 a.m. until noon at Dueces Automotive next to Donut Shop. Registration is $40. Farm Bureau annual membership meeting BONIFAY The Holmes County Farm Bureau annual membership meeting is Aug. 23 at the Holmes County Agriculture Center on Highway 90 East. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. with the meeting beginning at 6 p.m. RSVP to the ofce at 547-4227 by Monday, Aug. 20, before noon. Ruby Ellis (Saddler) Fundraiser CHIPLEY Signature Healthcare of Chipley will hold a fundraiser for Ruby Ellis (Saddler) at 10 a.m. on Aug. 24. They will sell sh dinners including sh, baked beans, coleslaw, hushpuppies and a desert for $6. Delivery is available. For more information, call Valarie Tolbert at 849-3616. Mature driving class CHIPLEY Washington County Council on Aging and AARP are co-sponsoring a mature driving class on Aug. 24. The eight-hour course is developed especially for the senior driver and will be at the Washington County Council on Aging from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Council on Aging building is at 1348 South Blvd., beside the health department in Chipley. The cost of the course is $12 for AARP members and $14 for nonmembers. For anyone that was or is in the educational eld, the cost is $5. This National Safety Council Course reviews basic driving knowledge, new trafc laws and introduces techniques to help offset the effects of the aging process on driver performance. This class is approved by the DHSMV for a threeyear insurance premium reduction. For more information or to sign up please, call the Washington County Council on Aging at 638-6216. Pee Wee football, cheer sign ups BONIFAY Sign ups will be every Saturday, through Aug. 25 from 9 to 11 a.m., at the Bonifay Rec Center. Please bring a copy of your childs birth certicate. Cost for football is $50 per child. Cost for cheerleading for a new cheerleader is $100, a returning cheerleader from last season is $50 is your uniform still ts. If you have any questions, call Mark Gilmore at 527-4363 or Michele Sherrouse at 373-6227. Muskogee Creek History Seminar CHIPLEY The Lower Muskogee Creek Tribe will hold a Muskogee Creek History Seminar from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Aug. 25. The seminar will be at Blue Lake Community Center south of I-10 on Highway 77. Lunch will be served after the second seminar. The cost for this event is $20 and includes all seminars, materials and lunch. You must pre-register. For more information, call 229762-3165, 229-762-3169 or 888-451-0653. B6 | Washington County News/Holmes County Times Advertiser Wednesday, August 8, 2012 emeraldcoastjobs.com Employment Today A great resume and solid interview skills may place job seekers in the running for a position, but a survey conducted by OfficeTeam, a leading staffing service, finds that the results of a reference check can really be what makes or breaks a job search. Hiring managers interviewed for the survey said they remove about 21 percent of candidates from consideration after speaking to their professional references. Managers also were asked, When speaking to an applicants job references, what is the most important information you hope to receive? Their responses: Description of past job duties and experience: 36 percent A view into the applicants strengths and weaknesses: 31 percent Confirmation of job title and dates of employment: 11 percent Description of workplace accomplishments: 8 percent A sense of the applicants preferred work culture: 7 percent Other/dont know: 7 percent When hiring managers narrow the field to a few potential candidates, the reference check often becomes the deciding factor, says OfficeTeam executive director Robert Hosking. To distinguish themselves from the competition, job seekers should assemble a solid list of contacts who can persuasively communicate their qualifications and professional attributes. OfficeTeam offers five tips for creating a reference list that works in your favor: Choose Wisely Select people who can discuss your abilities and experience that directly relate to the position, not just those with the most impressive job titles. Offer a mix of contacts who can address different aspects of your background; for example, a former peer may be able to describe your interpersonal skills, while a past direct report can talk about your management style. Check in Beforehand Always call potential references first to get their permission and evaluate their eagerness to talk to hiring managers. Be sure to give all references a copy of your resume, the job description and the name of the person who will likely call. Be Prepared Provide clear contact information for your references, including their names, titles, daytime phone numbers and email addresses. Also, offer a brief explanation of the nature of your relationship with each individual. Consider supplying more references than are requested, so you wont miss out on the job offer if the hiring manager cant get in touch with one of your contacts. Think Outside the Box Its common for employers to seek out additional references for new hires either online or through their own networks. Since you never know to whom a hiring manager might reach out, you should not only remain on good terms with your past supervisors and colleagues (if possible), but also be selective about whos in your online network, on professional networking sites such as BeKnown and LinkedIn. Give Thanks Express your gratitude to people who agree to serve as references, even if they arent contacted by employers. Keep them updated on the progress of your job search and offer to return the favor by providing a recommendation should they need one. What employers want from job references Community BRIEFS
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Biscayne Building, Suite 507 19 West Flagler Street Miami, Florida 33130 Telephone (305)358-1771 LORI LEE YATES, Personal Representative of the Estate c/o LUIS E. BARRETO, ESQUIRE Barreto & Romero, P.A. Biscayne Building, Suite 507 19 West Flagler Street Miami, Florida 33130 Telephone (305)358-1771 ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT: All persons on whom this notice is served who have objections that challenge the validity of the will, the qualifications of the personal representative, venue, or jurisdiction of this Court are required to file their objections with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate on whom a copy of this notice is served within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the decedent's estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS, DEMANDS AND OBJECTIONS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. The date of the first publication of this Notice is August 1, 2012. CURATOR AND ATTORNEY FOR CURATOR: LUIS E. BARRETO & ASSOCIATES, P.A. LUIS E. BARRETO, ESQUIRE, Curator Florida Bar No.: 0946478 Biscayne Building 19 W. Flagler Street Miami, FL 33130 Telephone (305)358-1771 Facsimile (305)358-1773. As published in the Holmes County Times Advertiser August 1, 8, 2012. 8-5121 Public Auction at El Sankary Towing in Ponce De Leon Fl, 1600 Pirate Cove Rd. 32455 at 8:00 a.m. on August 17, 2012. (1) 1993 Ford Crown Vic -Vin # 2FACP74W4PX118649 Owner: Frankey Baker (1) 1992 Jeep Cherokee -Vin # 1J4FT58S2NL118961 Owner: Brittney Manning. As published in the Holmes County Times Advertiser August 1, 8, 2012. 8-5124 REPORT OF SALE To: Clerk of the Circuit Court of Holmes County, Florida in re: NOTICE OF CLAIM OF LIEN AND PROPOSED SALE OF MOTOR VEHICLE: 1993 BMW 740iL, Vin # WBAGD8328PDE85103 By Darin E. Sewell as lienor, State of Florida, County of Holmes, says that he is the lienor designated in a Notice of Claim of Lien and Proposed Sale of Motor Vehicle on the 16th day of August, 2012, commencing at 9:00 a.m. at Darin Sewell DBA Darin Sewell's Simple Repairs for labor and storage. As published in the Holmes County Times Advertiser August 8, 2012. 8-5125 PUBLIC AUCTION The following vehicle will be sold at public auction at Eastern Diesel & Auto Wrecker Service, Inc. 2005 S. Waukesha, Bonifay, Fl. at 8:00 a.m. on August 22, 2012 for towing and storage: 1. Vin# 1GAHG39UX51133915 2005 Chevy Van Owner: James Melton Long Jr ., 1334 Mill Rd., Alford, Fl., Lienholder: Titlemax of Alabama, 3565 Montgomery Hwy., Ste. 2, Dothan, Al.; Insurance: Progressive Select Ins., Salvage Dept., 5920 Landerbrook Dr. box L31A, Mayfield Heights, OH. 2. Vin # 2C3HC56F1VH583835 1997 Chrysler 4 door, Heather Lenora Adomitis 1042 N. Hwy 79, Bonifay, Fl. EASTERN DIESEL AND AUTO WRECKER SERVICE, INC. As published in the Holmes County Times August 8, 2012. 8-5120 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR HOLMES COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO: 12-64_ PR IN RE: ESTATE OF JEFFIE CARMON KEMP, JR ., a/k/a J.C. KEMP, JR. deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Jeffie Carmon Kemp, Jr., a/k/a J.C. Kemp, Jr., deceased, whose date of death was March 15, 2012, and whose social security number is XXX-XX-7027, File Number 12-64 PR is pending in the Circuit Court for Holmes County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Holmes County Courthouse, Post Office Box 397, Bonifay, Florida 32425. The name and address of the Co-Personal Representatives and the Co-Personal Representatives's attorney is set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against the decedent's estate must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of the first publication of this Notice is August 1, 2012. Co-Personal Representative: JOY ANN WELLS, 15252 NW JW RACKLEY STREET, ALTHA, FLORIDA 32421. JAMES EDWARD KEMP, POST OFFICE BOX 3184, LAKE CITY, FLORIDA 32056. Attorney for Co-Personal Representatives: JOHN Y. ROBERTS. ROBERTS, ROBERTS & ROBERTS 2879 MADISON STREET, POST OFFICE BOX 1544, MARIANNA, FLORIDA 32447 (850) 526-3865 FLORIDA BAR NO. 0496871 As published in the Holmes County Times Advertiser August 1, 8, 2012. 8-5122 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR HOLMES COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION Case No.: 12PR68 IN RE: Estate of BERNICE LOUISE HUGGINS Deceased. PETITION FOR SUMMARY ADMINISTRATION NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of BERNICE LOUISE HUGGINS, deceased, in the above-numbered case, is pending in the Circuit Court for Holmes County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 201 N. Oklahoma, Bonifay, FL 32425. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative's attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. The date of first publication of this Notice is August 8, 2012. Personal Representative: Tony Alcus Huggins c/o Nancy D. O'Connor, P.A. PO Box 886 Bonifay, FL 32425 Attorney for Personal Representative NANCY D. O'CONNOR, P.A. Florida Bar No.: 324231. PO Box 886 Bonifay, FL 32425 850/547-7367 As published in the Holmes County Times Advertiser August 8, 15, 2012. 8-5123 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR HOLMES COUNTY, FLORIDA. CASE No. 12-0222CA NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS. DONALD W. WHITE A/K/A DONALD WHITE A/K/A DON WHITE, ET AL. DEFENDANT(S). NOTICE OF ACTION To: Beverly L. White a/k/a Beverly & Donald W. White a/k/a Donald White a/k/a Don White RESIDENCE: UNKNOWN. LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 1597 Highway 177, Bonifay, FL 32425 YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a mortgage on the following described property located in Holmes County, Florida: COMMENCE AT THE SE CORNER OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE SW 1/4 OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 6 NORTH, RANGE 15 WEST, HOLMES COUNTY, FLORIDA; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES-47 MINUTES 37 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID PARCEL FOR A DISTANCE OF 703.69 FEET TO AN IRON ROD ON THE EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY OF HIGHWAY C-177; THENCE NORTH 58 DEGREES-37 MINUTES-56 SECONDS WEST FOR A DISTANCE OF 200.00 FEET ALONG SAID R/W LINE TO AN IRON ROD MARKING THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUE NORTH 58 DEGREES-37 MINUTES-55 SECONDS WEST FOR A DISTANCE OF 544.81 FEET ALONG SAID R/W LINE TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES-16 MINUTES-27 SECONDS WEST FOR A DISTANCE OF 693.65 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID EAST 1/2 OF SW 1/4 TO AN IRON ROD; THENCE NORTH 84 DEGREES-59 MINUTES-41 SECONDS EAST FOR A DISTANCE OF 549.50 FEET TO AN IRON ROD; THENCE SOUTH 03 DEGREES-03 MINUTES-21 SECONDS WEST FOR A DISTANCE OF 1026.10 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. TOGETHER WITH AND SUBJECT TO COVENANTS, EASEMENTS, AND RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD. SAID PROPERTY CONTAINS 10.0 ACRES MORE OF LESS. has been filed against you, and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to this action, on Gladstone Law Group, P.A., attorneys for plaintiff, whose address is 1499 W. Palmetto Park Rd, Suite 300, Boca Raton, FL 33486, and file the original with the Clerk of the Court, within 30 days after the first publication of this notice, either before 30 days or immediately thereafter, otherwise a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. DATED: June 24, 2012, Clerk of the Circuit Court By: Diane Eaton, Deputy Clerk of the Court. "If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the ADA Coordinator, Mr. Larry Lyons at P. O. Box 1089, 301 McKenzie, Panama City, FL 32402; telephone number 850-747-5327 two (2) working days of your receipt of this notice; if you are hearing impaired, call the Florida Relay Services at 1-800-955-8771 (TTY); if you are voice impaired, call the Florida Relay Services at 1-800-955-8770." As published in the Holmes County Times Advertiser August 8, 15, 2012. COLOR SELLS!Get Your Classified Ad in color! Call now for details and be noticed! 638-0212 or 547-9414 Publisher's Notice "SCAM "To avoid possible scams, it is recommended that consumers should verify caller information when receiving calls regarding credit card payments. Consumers should also contact the local company themselves instead of giving this information to individuals who are contacting them directly. ADVERTISE Your Way to Success! Call now to grow your business. Get your classified ad in 119 newspapers with one order. 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TWO INCHES Harry Bell Bonifay Democrat Incumbent What made you decide to What qualities and expe riences do you have which What other political experiences have What challenges do you seeking will face in the Tell our readers whatever you want them to know about you before they head to the polls. Fran Fuller Bonifay Democrat What made you decide to What qualities and experi ences do you have which What other political experi ences have you No What chal lenges are seeking will face in the near future and what would you do to meet those Tell our readers whatever you want them to know about you before they head to the polls. Harry Bell Fran Fuller Three seek Holmes County Buddy Brown Westville Democrat What made you decide to What qualities and expe rience do you have which See BROWN on Page 11 Eddie Dixon Bonifay Democrat What made you decide to What qualities and experi ences do you have which See DIXON on Page 11 Terry Mears Bonifay Republican What made you decide to Mor What quali ties and experiences do you have which make you What other political expe See MEARS on Page 11 Eddie Dixon Buddy Brown Terry Mears HOLMES COUNTY 2012
10 Voters Guide Holmes County Times-Advertiser August 1, 2012 Continued from Page 9 whole. No one can know what the future holds. Whether tough times continue or we experience and economic boom, I will work to ensure that county tax dollars are spent wisely. During my previous tenure board, such as the Council on Aging, library, Trans portation Disadvantaged, Tri-County Community Council and others. I also had the responsibil ity of overseeing various county departments, which included the following: Emergency Medical Servic es, Road Department Shop and the Recycling Program. While over seeing the recy cling program, Money was generated by the program, which in turn was placed in the county general fund. Grants for new ambulances were obtained and the EMS service expanded with the placement on an ambulance in the New Hope Commu nity. When disaster struck, road department employees from my district performed the repair work themselves, thereby saving money for the taxpayers. Holmes County School Board District 2 Wilburn G. Baker Westville Non-Partisan For me its the satisfaction of helping our children become successful leaders in Holmes Countys future. If I can help one child do better in his or her studies it would all be worth it. Often times, it is just listen ing and providing resources, guid ance and support to a child to make all of the difference of whether or not her or she fails or succeeds. Education/Experience: Instructor at Chipols Jr. College for 20 years Holmes County EMS director for 24 years and Paramedic spector State of Florida Grant Se lection Team Member Involved with the welfare of children in the Holmes County School System for over 30 years Lifetime resident of Hol mes County 35 years experience in healthcare, safety, adminis tration budgets and grants Available anytimeday or night If elected I plan to be on sight and available to listen to and address the concerns of Holmes County students, parents and teachers I have worked closely with the Holmes County Board of County Commissioners for over 30 years and have gained much from my ex perience that will be helpful if elected to the School Are you a veteran? If so, list branch of service. No, however, I am very proud of my youngest son, Joey Baker, who will be entering the Marines in the fall of 2012. The challenge that I believe we face now, and what will become an even bigger en deavor in the future, is the ability to offer our children excellent educational and academic opportunities with minimal budget to work with. With this always in the forefront of my mind, I plan to stay abreast of possible resources to help meet this challenge. I will be committed to educating our children for a safer and brighter tomorrow, because our children are tomorrows future. I have always been a hard worker, and will con tinue to work had for you if elected. I will be accessible to talk with students, par ents and teachers to listen to their concerns and ideas. There is no I in team, and working together everyone achieves more. Thank you. Debbie Kolmetz Ponce de Leon Non-partisan I decided to run for school board member because I feel I have alot of experi ence in the Holmes county school system that can be put to good use in this revolved around children and school has been a big part of my life. Raising seven daughters and putting them through school in Holmes County has given me plenty of hands on experience. Ive been very involved in the schools doing substitute teaching in K-12 for 30 years, serving on commit tees and advisory councils, PTO, numerous volunteer hours at school as well as community volunteer work. I am familiar with parlia mentary procedure being Chipola Regional Work force Development Board for ten years. Ive attended school board meetings in Bonifay on a regular basis the past four years to keep in formed. Ive run my own business for 24 years which involves dealing with contracts, bookkeeping, computer skills, and courteous service to the public. Prior to that Ive held secretarial positions such as transcrib er operator and clerk typist. I am not a politician, and have no experience in the we have a lot of career politicians and perhaps that is part of our problem. We need some new people, new ideas and someone who is not a rubber stamp. No. My husband is retired with 35 years in USAF Reserve. The major problem for this is budget cuts. With the state cutting back on money available for education, we are in challenging times. I will be visible through out the year...not just at election time. I will return phone calls and work hard to get an answer to your concerns. I will treat you with the respect and fair ness you deserve and put to serve as your next school board member and appreci ate your vote on Aug. 14. Thank you. Andrea Kelly Schiller Ponce De Leon Non-Partisan Our schools need help and resources to provide educa tional experiences for our students. I would like the opportunity to operate position in seeking out and obtaining these resources for our students, teachers, facilitators, and administrators, mainly from the private sector. My degree in business as well as my extensive work and research in education, curriculum, and intelligences make me an ideal candidate for this position. I am aware of a variety of learning resourc es and experiences that can be utilized to help Hol mes county schools. I have currently in school, so I pulse of our local education system. I also have two children with IEPs, making me aware of strengths and weaknesses within our ESE programs. I love people, especially children, and I am seeking county continue to move forward. I am ready to work hard to acquire what our schools, teachers, and students need, county wide. Unless school advisory board counts, none. Not a veteran. I foresee the county strug gling to meet the new edu cation mandates that are being implemented without additional funding, espe cially in technology. I fore see budgeting being a huge obstacle to overcome. I am hoping to be able to supplement our current budget with private sector resources, giving us the ability to meet our educa tional needs as a county and depend less on govern ment funds to provide for the necessary education of our children. Our children are our future, but many of them are apathetic or hope less when asked about their future. I want to give our kids the world, or as much of it as I can. I want to encour age them to reach for the stars, and, if they fail, they will at least reach the moon. A Rising tide raises all ships (JFK), and, where there is a will, there is a way. I am determined to bring a bright future to our Hol mes county students. District 4 Shay McCormick Ponce De Leon Non-Partisan Shirley Owens Graceville Non-Partisan For the past few years, I have had a desire to serve on the Holmes County school board. Since re cently retiring from serving children as a classroom teacher for 36 years, I now have the opportunity to give something back to the community by serving the people of Holmes County as a member on the school board. It would allow me to still have a hand in the education of our students. I have knowledge of cur riculum and the experience of working with children, staff, administrators and parents. I am a parent to three children, grandparent See Owens on Page 11 SMITH: County Commissioner, School Board candidates Debbie Kolmetz Wilburn Baker Andrea Schiller
August 1, 2012 Holmes County Times-Advertiser Voters Guide 11 based organizations and 7 years of command time in the Florida Army National Guard. What other political expe rience have you had? None. Are you a veteran? Yes. 20 years of honorable service in the Florida Army National Guard. I have served as a private through the rank of Cap tain. I have held various positions to include two different commands and 4 years of staff time. What challenges do you seeking will face in the near future and what would you do to meet those challenges? The immediate concern is maintaining a strong sound without jeopardizing the quality of education we provide for out students. In also having to do this we have to gear our resources to the legal requirements now handed down by the legislature and the federal government in many areas. Tell our readers whatever you want them to know about you before they head to the polls. I pledge that I will have an open door policy with all stakeholders in our public education system. This is to include students, parents, and employees of the District. I have established a reputa tion as a team and consensus builder in all of my assignments whether they be in my education career or my military career. The wish to be su perintendent is not about career progression but about being the right per son at the right time for the challenge ahead. I will not be perfect in my deci sion making, but I will be thorough and I will provide intelligent, experi enced, and sensible leadership. With the grace of God and the help of the citizens of Holmes County we can have a school district that provides our students with the background and education they need to become pro ductive citizens in this great nation of ours. BROWN from Page 1 Elementary School and coached at Holmes County High School for 4 years. I spent 16 years in educa tional technology sales and management design ing curriculum delivery systems for hundreds of schools and school districts across the Southeast. I am presently the principal of Holmes County High School. What other political ex periences have you had? I have no other political experience. Are you a veteran? I am not a veteran. What challenges do you seeking will face in the near future and what would you do to meet those challenges? State budget cuts creat ing a lack of funding is the most immediate issue. New graduation and testing requirements mandated by the state and federal governments will also be a huge issue. The next superintendent will have to be very careful with spend ing and hiring. School and district level budgets will have to be met. Cost savings measures will need to be implemented across the board in order to protect the staff and educational programs we already have in place. We will need to implement ways to prepare students for testing and graduation. Tell our readers whatever you want them to know about you before they head to the polls. As your next Super intendent, I will work hard to make a great school system even better. I will take responsibility for the safety, security, and educa tion of the students and be accountable to the people of Holmes County. My plan is to focus on offering a broader range of opportunities that target the success of all students. An open door policy will be continued in order to listen to the concerns of parents and students to ensure that all stakeholders are treated fairly, consistently and with respect. Teachers will be provided support and re sources to maximize their ability to educate students in the 21st century. I will provide lead ership that encourages conservative and utilize resources and personnel students. DIXON from Page 1 I have no other political experience as an elected Are you a veteran? I am a retired US Army combat veteran. What challenges do you seeking will face in the near future and what would you do to meet those challenges? Obviously, the budget will be of focus. I feel that all programs will have to be scrutinized. This is where the community must be coupled up with the schools in order to help with the extra-curricular programs. I further feel that that technology and teaching must be balanced. Tell our readers whatever you want them to know about you before they head to the polls. I would like to thank all of the many teachers of Holmes County that taught me and provided me the guidance that made me who I am today. I also feel that a lot of my educa tion was provided by the business men that gave me part time employment and free advice. I think that the teachers are of the same caliber and commu nity spirit still exist today as it did yesterday in our county, they just need to be reunited. In summary, I have proven leadership and teaching experience that to the school house. If given the opportunity I will use every ounce of it for our future (the students and citizens) of Holmes County. MEARS from Page 1 to two boys, Holmes county taxpayer and con cerned citizens. I would have the time and energy necessary to invest in my duties as a school board member. I feel I would be an asset to this position and the education system of Holmes County. I am a graduate from Poplar Springs High School and was the 1970 class valedictorian. After graduation, I completed my Masters Degree in education from Troy University as well as completing undergradu ate courses in accounting. This began the mold for my career as a teacher as well as helped me learn the in a changing world. For the past 36 years, I was a classroom teacher serving children and working with parents, staff, administra tion and community. I have experience as a tax profes sional for several years. I am currently my churchs Secretary and have been for the past 15 years. I am also the secretary for my husbands business Howard Owens Con struction Inc We have suc cessfully ran a busi ness for over 30 years. This has taught me how to manage money and handle situations in a timely manner. In addition I have gained experience through my involvement with Advisory Board for American Cancer Society, volunteer work for conva lescent homes and hospice, Gideon Auxiliary, and a member of the Advisory Council for the Council of Aging for North Florida. No previous political experience. Not a veteran. Due to the declining eco nomic times, I feel there decisions to make without tion for every child. I would investigate ways in which to save money in day to day operations to provide teachers and students with the support and materials they need to succeed.. I strongly believe that if we provide them with strong building blocks on which to shape their future, the future leaders of tomorrow will have a more successful outcome. When voting for any po a voter will consider each When voting for School Board Member District 4, I would appreciate your vote and consideration. It has been my lifelong passion to become an advocate for the children in Holmes County. Being a teacher for 36 years, I have had the opportunity to work with many different children, face diverse situations, and overcome many chal lenges. As I strive to be your next school board member, I will work hard for the children of Holmes County. I will be able to bring the teacher aspect to the board and have a great understanding of the needs of many in our school system. Shirley Owens OWENS from Page 10 VOTE Primary Election Aug. 14
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2 Voters Guide Holmes County Times-Advertiser August 1, 2012 EDITORS NOTE: Candidates for Holmes questions for the Holmes County Timesdates that responded tion. Some remarks Clerk of Court Don W. Hersman Jr Bonifay I decided to run for Clerk of Court because I feel the people of Holmes County deserve the same quality service they have received the last 36 years. My ser vice for the last 23 years at the Bonifay Piggly Wiggly gives me the ability to pro vide the people of Holmes County the service they I have always been a hard worker. I worked full time during the day cutting meat while attending Troy Uni versity in Dothan at night. I am proud to say that I am a Christian, husband, and father. I have 23 years of experience managing a staff of 75 employees. I have 15 years of experience as an ac countant. I have unmatched community involvement that includes Kiwanis, Chamber of Commerce, Dixie Youth Baseball, and Holmes Pee Wee football just to name a few. I believe that my management, leadership, accounting, and customer service experience make me Clerk of Court. I am not a veteran. 80 years of service between Mr. Taylor and Mrs. Arnold. There will also be a budget cut from Tallahassee. As your Clerk of Court, I will go to work immediately to train under Mr. Taylor for his last 2 months to ensure a smooth transition. I will also keep his staff and promote from within to replace Mrs. Arnold. I will use my lead ership skills, and accounting experience to work hard for the people of Holmes County. I, Don Hersman Jr, hum bly ask for your vote on November 6th for Holmes County Clerk of Court. I invite you to come see me at the Bonifay Piggly Wig gly or call me to ask me any questions or concerns you might have. I am the only candidate that has the experience to be the comp troller for a county with a 20 million budget. I have a BS from Troy University in Business Administration with a minor in Accounting. On November 6th, I ask you to vote for Family Values, Unmatched Community Involvement, and Proven Leadership! Vote for Don Hersman Jr for Holmes County Clerk of Court. Kyle Hudson Westville As a student in high school, I learned the value of being a goal oriented person and the importance of quality leader ship. As I progressed through school, I set several goals for myself. each of these goals has been centrally focused on public service and helping to serve my community as Agriculture Teacher, which I have done for 10 years. My second goal, set 12 years ago, was to serve our county as Clerk of Court. I became keenly interested in this posi tion because of the high level of leadership and account ability, which the job entails. When I set the goal 12 years ago to serve you as your Clerk of Court, I began to work diligently to ensure that I would be a wellcandidate began as I was elected to serve as State FFA VicePresident for Florida. This portunity to learn valuable leadership skills such as pub lic speaking, parliamentary procedure, and interpersonal work skills. Upon completion of my educational journey toward reaching my goal to serve as Agriculture Teacher. I See HUDSON on Page 3 Kyle Hudson Don Hersman Jr. 2012 Holmes County Candidates For Clerk of Court LeeMOSS VOTE AUGUST 14 ForHolmes County Clerk of Court I can be contacted at 547-1046 (home), 260-4308 (cell), or lee-dustie@hotmail.com.
August 1, 2012 Holmes County Times-Advertiser Voters Guide 3 Continued from Page 2 warned an Associate of Arts degree from Chipola College, graduating with High Honors. I progressed in my education by earning a Bachelors of Science Degree in Agricul ture Education and Exten sion from the University of Florida, also with High Honors. This level of educa tion allowed me become a State of Florida, and to ac complish my goal to serve as Agriculture Teacher in my community. I have been blessed to be surrounded throughout my life with individuals who are interested in public service. My most memorable campaign involvement was the campaign of my father, Myron Hudson, for Super intendent of Holmes County Schools. I am not a veteran; however, I salute all men and women who proudly serve. very noted change in the near future. With the retirement of two very talented, long Holmes County will be los ing a tremendous volume of quality experience from this As the Aug. 14 election date quickly approaches, I sincerely ask you, the citizens of Holmes County, to evalu personality, and my com mitment to service. In doing so, it is my hope that you friendly, service oriented person willing to serve as you next Holmes County Clerk of Court. I humbly ask for you vote on Aug. 14 and again on Nov. 6. I promise to perform the duties of Clerk in a man ner which holds true to what the people of Holmes County Value: accessible, accurate, accountable, courteous and friendly service. John King Jr. Bonifay Lee Moss Bonifay Democrat My entire educational and professional career has been geared toward becoming Clerk of Court. I have been seriously considering seeking 10 years. I have always had a deep interest and passion for our judicial system. I have a total of 14 years experience in our judicial system. Upon graduation from Troy University, I began working with the Florida Department of Children and Families where I not only worked diligently to prevent child abuse but I also served as the Revenue Maximiza tion Specialist. These duties included securing and manag ing the federal funding neces sary to support the local foster care program. I was eventu ally promoted to Foster Care Supervisor for Holmes and Washington Counties. It was during this time that I gained an abudance of courtroom ex perience by preparing a wide variety of legal documents and participating in Depen dency court proceedings. For the past 8 years I have been employed with the Florida Department of Corrections. I am currently assigned to an administrative position as a I work daily with Clerk of ida and across the nation to ensure the accuracy of legal documents and inmate crimi nal commitment packets. I am responsible for case man agement of over 350 inmates. This includes probation, warrants, detainers, child sup port, social security, domestic violence injunctions, court ordered payments, restitution, operation of the Clerk of Courts Compre hensive Case Infor mation System, facilitating telephonic court proceedings, immigration hearings, inmate discipline, inmate job assign ments, preparing criminal and civil legal documents, record maintenance, compliance with state and federal audits, and staff supervision. No prior political experience. No military experience. I believe it will be a major challenge to replace the knowledge and experience that will be lost with the retirement of the current Clerk and Deputy Clerk. We will overcome this obstacle by maximizing the talent and experience of the staff already in place during the transition. I will make sound personnel decisions based on merit and work and cross training we will continue to maintain the high level of courteous pro that the citizens of Holmes County deserve and have grown accustomed to from their Clerk of Court. I would like for the citizens of Holmes County to know that or fancy about me. I am just a common man who is as Country as Cornbread. The only promise I have made during this campaign is that I will work hard everyday. I have always been and will continue to be a dedicated husband, father, and com munity volunteer. I humbly ask for their vote and support as the next Holmes County Clerk of Court. HUDSON: County Clerk of Court candidates continue Lee Moss Marsha Farmer Sherrouse Bonifay Registered Democrat ation I considered running four years ago, but knew it wasnt the right time. When I heard that Cody was retiring I felt that it would be the right time now. I love working in the Judicial System, which I have been for over 12 years. I feel that with my work experience with the different agencies, has helped me have a better understand ing of how everything works together and the process and procedures and with my work experience of over 30 years in public service, has helped me to know how to deal with people. The Clerk of Court should be a person that is honest, account able, have morals and prin ciples, and a hard worker. They have to treat people with respect, no matter who they are or what their circumstances may be. Personally, I have learned to live daily by a simple code of conduct, Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. These are all simple by necessary attributes to carry out the duties of the Clerk of Court and I have proven that I am a person with these qualities. My work experience for over 30 years has been in some type of public service work. Much of my work experience has been related to the duties of the Clerk of Court. Some of my experience includes record keeping, budgeting, and staff management, pre paring legal documents and providing customer service. Ive transcribed for criminal cases. Ive been in actual courtroom and bench trials and hearing for both criminal and civil cases. For over 6 years, I have been using the Comprehensive Case Infor mation System that is utilized Four years ago, I was a can didate for the Holmes County Tax Collector. I am not a veteran, but my dad, my brother, my father in See SHERROUSE on Page 4 Marsha Sherrouse Most drug arrests in Holmes County history programs On August 14th, VoteDENNIS LEE for H O LMES C O UNTY SHERIFFProven Leadership and Common Sense Law Enforcement Holmes Countians I will never sacrice your safety for political gain.www.dennisleeforsheri.comPolitical advertisement paid for and approved by Dennis Lee, Republican for Sheri
4 Voters Guide Holmes County Times-Advertiser August 1, 2012 Continued from Page 3 law, and several of my uncles are. I also, have several in my family who are currently serving in our military. I am very grateful for all who have served our country in the armed services. They deserve our deepest gratitude! Challenges include budget constraints Review and make necessary adjustments abut continue to provide and and great personal service and try to keep down cost to taxpayers. Also more state mandates Requiring more training and more work. I would make sure the staff knows the changes, knows what to do, and acquire any training that is needed for the stag and for me, as Clerk, in order to handle the changes. Tell our readers whatever you want them to know about you before they head to the polls. I am a native of Holmes County. I graduated from Ponce de Leon High School. I have been a I was born here, raised here, and have lived all my life here, in Holmes County. I have al ways worked had and raised my family here. I believe that we need people in our solid background, high moral standards, and convictions in their lives, to do the right thing. Please consider all my years of public service work experience and my training and knowledge of the Judicial System, that will order to continue to run the and Bookkeeper to the Board of County Commissioners and to be the best Clerk to the people of Holmes County. So, in the General Elec tion, please make the wise decision and vote for Proven Experience and Integrity, and on November 6, elect me, Marsha Farmer Sherrouse, for your next Holmes County Clerk of Court. Tim Wells Bonifay Republican Running with No Party After being involved in the legal system for over 26 years, I know how vital the requires an experienced person, and I didnt see any other candidate who had the necessary back ground to handle the job. In my 26 years as an attorney, includ ing time with state government and in private practice, Ive handled practically every type case and matter that comes Ive maintained a successful private law practice for over 22 years, including being a Florida Supreme Court 15 years. My lifes work is dealing with people. I listen to a clients concerns, answer their questions, and use my best judgment to plot a course of action to solve their par ticular problem. I also deal with judges, clerk staff, op posing parties, and opposing counsel on a daily basis. As a mediator, I use my experience and calm demeanor to settle differences between parties. I have taught both college and vocational law courses, served as attorney for several municipalities, and volun teered with Teen Court in both Holmes and Washington Counties for many years. I also have been involved in the community as a 23-year member, past president, and quartermaster of the Bonifay Kiwanis Club, 21-year member and vice president of the Holmes County Cham ber of Commerce, member and current vice-chair of the Holmes County Develop ment Commission, literacy volunteer, and have person ally sponsored innumerable civic organizations, school clubs, and local sports teams. In addition to responsibilities to the court and duties as the county recorder, the clerk is also the custodian and auditor of the countys funds. My long-time experience of op erating my own business and paying the bills with my own money will be invaluable in my handling of the countys funds and paying its bills (including employee payroll and over 10,000 invoices last year), accurately and on time. Prior candidate for county court judge. Not a veteran. Maintaining the funding to be the biggest challenge. See WELLS on Page 5 SHERROUSE: County Clerk of Court candidates continue Tim Wells BUDDY BROWN Political advertisement paid for and approved by Buddy Brown, Democrat, for Superintendent of SchoolsElectfor Holmes County Superintendent of Schools forSchool Board District 4 Every Child Deserves a Quality Education
August 1, 2012 Holmes County Times-Advertiser Voters Guide 5 Continued from Page 4 Clerks around the state are cant budget reduction from the legislature in the 20122013 budget year. Changes in the use of technology are currently being phased in, with existing e-recording of which will soon be manda tory. The next legislative session will likely bring even more budget cuts, forcing the next clerk to work with the reduced funding while still maintaining a well-trained staff, staying abreast of up-todate technology, and offering the public the quality service they deserve. When choosing the next clerk, voters should consider I have a unique understand ing of the court system, which no other candidate has. With both the current clerk and the chief deputy clerk retiring at the end of the year, almost 80 years of experience will be walking out the door. With my legal background, it will allow a smooth transition allow me to steer a person needing assistance in the right direction to obtain what they need in the most ef possible. My calm demeanor and careful listening skills, as well as my profound respect will also put people at ease in what can sometimes be a very scary situation. Zachary R. White Bonifay Democrat John Braxton, Jr., Westville I know Holmes County can be the safest county in the state. We cannot expect law enforcement alone to solve all the communities issues. The way we make Holmes County the safest place to work, live and raise our fami lies is through a collaborative effort between law enforce ment and the community as a whole. make that a reality through community policing. I will implement an approach to policing that promotes law enforcement involvement with the residents of Holmes County and inspires residents to get invested in the safety of their community. John Braxton Jr. has spent his entire career in service crime and protecting families. Throughout his career in law enforcement, John has worked on a federal, state and local level develop ing critical skills only acquired by a leader who start ed from the ground up working every aspect of law enforcement. I have worked extensively with several federal agencies including A.T.F., U.S. Cus toms, D.E.A., U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force. State level investigations in many counties across the state from Key West to Pen sacola. Working extensively in an undercover role while investigating numerous types of crime including homi cides, narcotics, and property crimes. Worked locally as a deputy and narcotics investigator in charge of conducting narcot ics investigations for street level investigations in many Florida counties. Served as Narcotics Supervi sor for four county agencies and Chief Deputy at both Holmes and Washington I am not a politician; I am a career law enforcement of See BRAXTON on Page 6 WELLS: Candidates continue John Braxton ElectHarold Smithfor County Commissioner District 5 Dear voters of Holmes County, I began my service as County Commissioner in November of 1992. During that time the county had a recycling building that sat idle until November of 1993, when I was placed to oversee recycling in the county. In March of 1994 the Recycling Center was opened. We accepted white goods, such as stoves, refrigerators and scrap metal to help our citizens dispose of these unwanted items that could end up dumped in the woods because there was no place for them to be disposed of properly. I was also the deciding vote in NOT allowing the regional trash dump to locate in Holmes County. I decided it was too close to our schools and general public and did not want the smell and unsightly garbage piles from a large region in our county. It has been my pleasure over the past twenty-four years to assist schools, youth activities and individuals in need with fund raising activities throughout the county. Also during that time, I personally contributed several thousands dollars to these causes and returned $7,000-$9,000 back to the citizens of Holmes County each year during all the years that I was county commissioner. I believe my twelve years of public service as County Commissioner and my work in the community can be put to use again by allowing me to once again serve you as County Commissioner District 5. BONIFAY POLITICAL RALLYSaturday, August 46-8 PMHolmes County High School Sponsored by theBonifay Womans Club Republican Ballot will have the following local races on it: State Attorney, Sheriff. Tax Collector County Commission District 1, District 3 and District 5 School Board District 2 and District 4 Democratic Ballot will have the following local races on it: State Attorney, Clerk of Court, Tax Collector Superintendent of Schools County Commission District 5 School Board District 2 and District 4 Nonpartisan Ballot will have the following local races on it: State Attorney, Tax Collector County Commissioner District 5 School Board District 2 and District 4 Vo te & Elect Political advertisement paid for and approved by Bobby Sasnett, Republican, for County Commissioner, District 1BobbySasnettWe must make this county stronger, for our children and our grandchildren. A real business leader for Holmes County. Your support lets me know you are ready for a real CHANGE. With over 30 years of management, I will bring to the commission my experience, passion and drive.For Holmes County Commission, District 1
6 Voters Guide Holmes County Times-Advertiser August 1, 2012 have learned from decades in law enforcement that cant be taught in a school or through a book. I believe that the measure of success in law enforcement is not in number of arrests; rather its in the absence of crime. Veteran of the United States Air Force. Violence and drugs are com munity problems, not just law enforcement problems. It will take a close working relationship to effectively address these at every level. The illegal drug epidemic has a strong hold on communi ties all over this nation. That is no less true of Holmes County. We are seeing ram pant drug use, easy access to illegal drugs and the absolute destruction they leave in their path. If elected, we will join our community leaders in a effort to take these problems out at the root; providing fertile ground for positive growth and removing the weeds of negativity from Holmes County permanently. Tomorrows great inventors, doctors, teachers and crimi nals are the youth of today. We have no option but to in vest in our children to insure a future we all are hoping for. As your Sheriff, I will meet with every school principal and staff to discuss the issues will hold countywide forums for parents and students to highlight solutions for combating internet predators, bullying and prescription drug uses by our teens. Giving back to the com munity is my everyday responsibility and I intend to implement programs to give residents greater access to both their Sheriff and Under my administration, we will serve the community by providing law enforce ment to everyone equally and fairly, treating every person with the respect they deserve. We will make every effort to stand between criminals and their intended victims. We will handle non-criminal equal diligence. All services must be provided in a timely manner, using all resources available, ensuring everyone has an equal voice and rights regardless of their race, sex of Holmes County are not interested in empty promises and painting a pretty picture with no plan on how to get them there. If elected, I will bring the vision, leadership, and the dedication needed to make this our reality. Tim Brown Bonifay Republican -Incumbent I am your current Sheriff, and I feel that weve worked had these last three and a half years to serve the people of Holmes County. If reelected, we will continue to work hard for the citizens of Holmes County. I have 27 years of experi ence in Law Enforcement. Ive worked the last three as Sheriff in Holmes County. I started out working as a Dispatcher, Ive been a a road Deputy for several years, Investigator for 10 years, Captain over the Sheriff for the last three and a half years. Been Sheriff for the last three years Not a veteran. One of the major challenges resources available. In the last three and a half years we have been able to do that without seeking a budget in crease. I will continue to do that by being a true Conser vative Sheriff. I understand where the money comes from. And I understand that a small county such as we are has a very limited tax base and we have to live within our means. I just want to say that Im truly humbles to have been able to serve you these last three and a half years. Weve worked hard to serve you. I also want to say that I truly give my staff most of the credit fore their hard work. They are the backbone of this depart ment and I am truly honored to have served with them. If reelected, I promise to continue that same level of professionalism. Dennis Lee Bonifay Republican I trained all my adult life for the job. After serving 12 years, I got so bogged down in the job that I lost touch with the people. During the last 4 years, people from all over the county have been asking me to run again. Getting back in touch with the people gave me back my what we started. Im not looking for a position. Im re-applying for the job. experiences: 28 years in law enforcement, starting in dispatch and working my way up through the ranks to Police Chief and years have been at the Bay County Sheriffs Dept as a training is the best training for any job. I believe my experiences make me the I served as Holmes County Sheriff from 1996-2008. Veteran of the Air Force. Times are tough. Hard times bring out the best and worst in people. The biggest challenges we face are increased drug use and crimes that it brings to our communities. Ill face that head on and get to work on day one by providing highly highly supervised deputies to protect, serve and com municate with you. You de serve to know whats going on in your communi ty. A well informed and educated public is like a sixth man on the force. Ill also use every resource to maxi mize our budget, but I will safety for political gain. Ive lived out my law enforcement career in front of you, because I believe Holmes County raised my family to work to solve problems, dont just complain about them. Thats my mindset when it comes to the problems we face here. Everywhere I go, citizens tell me drugs and drug related crimes like theft are up. We fought a nationally recognized war on drugs. We caught the dealers, fought to cut off the source and offered help to those affected. Ill do it again. Children and families are hurting. I was in every school every year, educating kids on the dan gers of drugs and alcohol. Ill do it again. People feel disconnected and fearful. I helped start Crimestoppers, Community Crime Watches, and practiced good, open communication between staff and citizens. Ill do it again. We supplemented our budget with over $300,000 in forfeited drug ery grant and also hold my people accountable to work hard and work smart every day. Again, Im reapplying for the job, not asking for a position. We owe it to the people of Holmes County to keep them safe and in formed every day. Tim Brown Dennis Lee ElectJERRY COOLEYHolmes County Commissioner District 3Vote on August 14 For: Elect DEBBIE KOLMETZ For Holmes County School Board District 2Id like to take this opportunity to ask for your vote on August 14th. I am running for school board, district 2, because I have a sincere desire to make a dierence in our childrens education. My experience includes numerous school volunteer hours, substitute teaching in grades K-12, and serving on many school committees. If elected, I pledge to donate 10 percent of my school board member salary each year in the form of a scholarship to a high school senior in Holmes County. I will work hard to represent you if given the opportunity to be your next school board member in Holmes County. Thank you.Vote for a change Vote Debbie Kolmetz, School Board, District 2
August 1, 2012 Holmes County Times-Advertiser Voters Guide 7 2012 Property Appraiser, County Commissioner candidates Property Appraiser Otis Corbin Jr. Bonifay Democrat Incumbent Incumbent, still want to server the people of Holmes Appraiser B.S. in Business Manage ment (Magna Cum 20 years Self as a construction Engineer 41 years experience in cartography 27 years experience in rain Analysis tor No previous political expe rience. I am a Veteran 28 years Felecia Fisanick Bonifay Republican County Commissioner District 1 Charles Chuck Aronhalt Bonifay Republican vestment I have been a business owner in Holmes County for over 22 years. four corporations known Enterprises Inc. hangers, paving aprons, ing pilots. National Secret Clearance at can to. If given the position of County Commissioner with the reasons necessary in Holmes County. I hope to county that I have known years. In the same way that mes County High School. lot license for over 35 years. failures on single engine air the runway each time. Plan I am able to serve you as you County commissioner in District 1. Stephen L. Herrington, III Westville Republican Hello my name is Steve running for Holmes County Commissioner District 1. I am a mem ber of Evergreen Baptist Church, PDL No. 157 F&AM Vol unteer Fire Department. I a marine transportation Captain. er District 1 because I am with our economic future county. I have been the Mayor for 10 years. During this expansions. I have proven Otis Corbin Jr. Chuck Aronhalt system with emergency new rescue equipment. I have also been able to help also increasing the level of service to our citizens without raising taxes. I have also been a member of Development Council for 8 the last 2 years. During the BP oil spill while neighbor ing counties were experi to increase our revenues more money being spent I am also a member of the Holmes County Chamber mes County Development Commission. Holmes County is my for the future by planning are the number one priority. As County Commis -sioner I will strive to make sure taxpayer monies are spent in the most eco nomical way possible while ensuring we get the most bang for our buck. I will also work closely with the Chamber, the Development employment opportunities to our area. Please vote on August Jim King Bonifay Democrat Bobby Sasnett Westville Republican I seek. I began my business in 1973. My company was the local economy. Sasnett management. I will bring to See SASNETT On Page 8 Stephen Herrington I want the people in Holmes County to understand that I have been J. Wayne Marsh for County Commissioner, District 5Political advertisement paid for and approved by J. Wayne Marsh, Democrat, Holmes County Commissioner, District 5 (Pd.Pol.Ad.)
8 Voters Guide Holmes County Times-Advertiser August 1, 2012 Continued From Page 7 the commission my experi ence, passion and drive. Let me work these same ac complish ments for you the voter. I have been ac tive and con cerned for politics my entire adult life. Only God knows the future. I will always pray for guid ance. I think its going to be of us. I will do my best to oversee the budget, keep the County going in the best direction possible and absolutely do my best to bring good clean jobs back to Holmes County. I am a native of Holmes County. I graduated from Ponce de Leon High School. I have been a member of Grace Baptist Church for eight years. I am a member sociation, have worked with multiple grant programs to assist the elderly, spon sor of many youth activity programs, and a staunch supporter of emergency service (Fire EMS Sheriff). My pledge to you is to do the best job for the betterment of all Holmes County. District 3 Jerry Cooley Bonifay Republican I am a candidate for District 3 because I am disappointed with the performance of my current commissioner. Todays economy calls for more strategic planning and budgeting of public funds. My work experi ence includes 30 years of selfemploy ment in retail agribusiness here in Holmes County. Prior to returning here in 1969, I served 6 years as a Naval for Holmes County brought me back here to raise my family. It has been my pleasure to serve on the I am Currently chairman and have seen many capital improvements as funded by cies for the airport. These efforts are indicative of the persistence and leadership I could apply as County Commissioner District 3. Prior political experience includes a term as Holmes County Commissioner Dis My vote always took the opinion of our citizens into consideration. I am a veteran I served in the US Navy six years, tor and advanced to rank of O-3. I served four years in Navy Reserve at New Or release from active duty. One of our greatest chal lenges for the county will be operating within our budget and obtaining state funds. We have to make the most convincing case for our endeavors and good communication skills will be vital. be your best choice for Hol mes County Commissioner, District 3. Vote for the man with experience, leadership and integrity. Phillip Music Bonifay Democrat David Whitaker Bonifay Republican I decided to run for County Commissioner because I love living in Holmes County and want to be proactive in helping and progress of this county while preserving the tradi tions and heritage of the people in this county. My willingness to listen and understand the needs of the people of Holmes County along with my integrity and common sense approach make me the ideal candidate to Progress and Preserve Holmes county as we move forward. The experience I nancial background and the knowledge I have obtained through my Bachelors De gree in Business Manage ment provide me with the essential tools for making informed decisions on how to best spend taxpayer funds. No previous political expe rience. I am not a veteran. Challenges facing our county in the future will continue to be budgeting in a tuff economy and creating job opportunities for local residents. This can be accomplished by creating ways to bring in revenue for the county and proactively that best suit our unique needs. Bobby Sasnett SASNETT: County Commissioner candidates continue Jerry Cooley Holmes County resident, a member of the private sector work force in Holmes County, a hus band of a Holmes County educator, and a father of three children who will be raised and educated in Holmes County, I under stand the critical decisions that the citizens of Holmes County have to make in tions. We must elect a Commissioner who will be proactive in making Holmes County a better place to live by bringing paying jobs. However, we are at the same time tasked with electing a Commis sioner who understands that the best asset of the County is its citizens spirit of determination and persever ance. My name is David Whitaker, and I believe that I am the candidate in District 3 who best embod ies the vision of moving the County forward while preserving its deep rooted traditions. My education and experience working in both the public and private sector have prepared me to make informed deci sions regarding the most to spend taxpayer funds and stability. My knowledge of the Countys history, along with my willing ness to listen to the needs of its citizens, will allow me to make decisions in the best interest of all Holmes County residents. Finally, my honor and integrity, which is rooted in my Christian faith, will mandate that I always vote and advocate on the side of truth. With your vote in the upcoming months, together we can move the County in a direction that both our former and future genera tions will be proud. District 5 Kristen Marell Bonifay Democrat Holmes County needs lead ership for growth, and new management for the county, and with my leadership and See MARELL on Page 9 David Whitaker WELLSTIMforCLERK OF COURT WHO DO YOU WANT AS YOUR CLERK?The Clerk is responsible for: THERE IS ONE CLEAR CHOICE...TIM WELLS! NOV. 6
August 1, 2012 Holmes County Times-Advertiser Voters Guide 9 Continued from Page 8 management skills I wanted the people of Holmes County to have the option to vote for that person capable of doing the job. Along with own ing and managing a business, Im responsible for the bud geting, and safety program we have in place. Also Im responsible for our accounts receivable, and payable, payroll, and all accounting for our business including all taxes that are involved. My education is in insur business management, and accounting. Our Business is in the service industry, which services all of the Florida panhandle, includ ing Holmes County, and South Alabama, so during our economic downfall, and rising gas prices, I have proved my leadership, and ability to budget & help grow the business to main tain success. The only political of School as Vice President of my Junior class, but I feel as a business owner I deal in some form of politics daily. Even as an insurance agent politics played a huge daily role. Not a veteran. One challenge will be ap proving the budget for the county. Im familiar with the past 3 years county bud gets & I have concerns. As your county commis sioner, before I make any decisions on this important matter I will make it a prior ity to be educated on the budget as a whole, so when I approve it, I will be able to make the best decision for our county. Another challenge will be approving where monies are spent, & why they need to be spent. As your county commis background, know that I will always base my deci sions on the need & if that need is necessary. County Commissioners are mostly related to paving roads, grating dirt roads, & as they should be, but a County Commissioners role in Holmes County is so much more. Holmes County does not have a county manager like our surrounding counties do, so as a Holmes County Commissioner one impor tant role is to manage our county. Another important role is to approve the coun tys budget which includes many different departments throughout the county. They approve purchases needed for the county, & any grants different depart ments, or the county itself Another important role is they manage & approve the roads to be paved, & man age the county employees hired to grate the dirt roads, ways. They also manage the county employees who maintenance the county equipment. Holmes County Commis sioners are important for growth, & strength in our community & county. With my experience & education, I know Im the right person for the job. J.Wayne Marsh Bonifay Democrat I have always wanted to serve Holmes County in some form, because this is my home and I have great pride in living here. My knowledge and experi ences in owning my own business allows me to look ahead and research items that come before the Com missioners before making a decision. My business is successful and my ability to I have no previous political experience. I am not a veteran. The challenges that our County Commissioner face are ever changing. By being a business owner I have the experience and knowledge to face any challenge that may occur. I want the people in Holmes County to understand that I have been planning to run few years. I have placed myself in a position be able to serve this county in every way needed. I do not make quick decisions when it my best to work with the sure that the money coming into this county is spent and used wisely. Ron Monk Jr. Bonifay Democrat To improve Holmes County. Business owner, four years as a County Commissioner, Kristen Marell J. Wayne Marsh Faith and knowl edge to listen and under stand the needs of our citizens. No previ ous political experience. I am not a veteran. The budget cuts we face will be hard to overcome. With hard work and my experience we can succeed. My experience and dedica tion to the work at hand will be valuable to the success of our county. Im grateful to have served the citizen s of Holmes County for the past four years and will appreciate your vote on Aug. 14. Bill Parish Bonifay Democrat Harold Smith Bonifay Democrat Having served previously as county commissioner, I felt the desire to serve the citizens of Holmes County again. Previously served 12 years as county commissioner. maintained a strong work ing relationship with the road department employ ees of my district. I met on a daily basis with the foreman to discuss work that needed to be done and of any problems that may have oc curred if a resident had a ques tion or problem, I ensured that I returned their calls and worked to provide them an answer or to resolve the issue they had. No previous political experience. Veteran of the Air National Guard. I feel the need for services will rise while the county will face revenue problems due to the current econom ic state of the country as a See SMITH on Page 10 Ron Monk Harold Smith Re-electRon Monk Jr.for Holmes County Commission, District 5The past 4 years have been very rewarding seeing our county move in a positive direction. Thanks to a great staff weve made it possible to accomplish most of the tasks that have came before us without an increase in taxes. With your help we can continue to make Holmes County a better place to live. Your vote & support is greatly appreciated Ron Monk Jr.Political advertisement paid for and approved by Ron Monk Jr., Democrat, Holmes County Commission, District 5 WILBURN BAKER Our Children are Tomorrows FutureInvolved with the welfare of children in Holmes County School system for over 30 years. Available any time, day or night. Lifetime Resident with 35 years experience in health care, safety, administration, budgets and grants.
50www.bonifaynow.com For the latest breaking news, visitBONIFAYNOW.COMPhone: 850-547-9414 Web site: bonifaynow.com Fax: 850-547-9418 IN BRIEF RANDAL SEYLER | Times-AdvertiserMiss Fun Day Queen Madison Carter shakes a possum at the 43rd annual Wausau Possum Festival on Saturday. The annual event drew hundreds to the town and featured music, food and lots of possums. For more photos, see Page B1 and visit bonifaynow.com. Volume 122, Number 16Wednesday, AUGUST 8 2012 WILBURN BAKER Vote for and Elect Holmes County School Board District 2Our Children are Tomorrows Future ElectKyle Elect I will YOUR VOTE August 14th I will I will appreciate Pd. Pol.Adv. paid for and approved by Kyle Hudson, Dem. Holmes Co. Clerk of Court Senate, House, state attorney seats up for grabsBy RANDAL SEYLER638-0212| @WCN_HCT rseyler@chipleypaper.com BONIFAY In addition to choosing local candidates, Holmes County voters will have lots of choices when they weigh in on one U.S. Senate seat, one U.S. House of Representatives seat and a universal primary for the state attorney race on Tuesday in the 2012 statewide Primary Election. The Republican ballot offers voters the most choices, with voters getting to choose among ve candidates for U.S. Senate, all challengers to incumbent Democratic Sen. Bill Nelson. In November, Nelson will face one of a packed eld of Republican Senate candidates currently led by U.S. Rep. Connie Mack. Read more on the candidates on Pages A2 and A3. PRECINCT LOCATIONS Precinct 1 (Ponce de Leon): Ponce de Leon Town Hall, 1580 U.S. 90, Ponce de Leon, FL 32455Precinct 2 (Pine Log): Pine Log Volunteer Fire Dept., 1652 N. Highway 81, Westville, FL 32464Precinct 3 (New Hope): New Hope Volunteer Fire Dept., 1243 Highway 179A, Westville, FL 32464Precinct 4 (Bethlehem): Bethlehem School Choral Suite, 2767 Highway 160, Bonifay, FL 32425Precinct 5 (Gritney): Gritney Volunteer Fire Dept., 2141 Tobe Retherford Road, Bonifay, FL 32425Precinct 6 (Noma): Noma Community Center, 3467 Skipper Ave., Bonifay, FL 32425Precinct 7 (West Bonifay): Holmes County Agriculture Center, 1173 E. U.S. 90, Bonifay, FL 32425Precinct 8 (East Bonifay): Holmes County Agriculture Center, 1173 E. U.S. 90, Bonifay, FL 32425PRIMARY ELECTION By CECILIA SPEARS547-9414 | @WCN_HCT cspears@chipleypaper.com BONIFAY The Holmes County Board of County Commissioners passed a resolution July 31 to allow for the question of extending alcohol sales in Holmes County to Sunday to be placed on the upcoming November ballot. What has been structured here is a straw poll, County Attorney Jeff Goodman said. This is to get the thoughts and ideals of the residents. Goodman said the vote would be a way of asking residents if they agree or disagree that businesses that already hold licenses to sell alcohol should extend their hours to include Sunday. Right now sales are only allowed Monday through Saturday with restrictions on times, Goodman said. This is just allowing these businesses who already sell alcohol to extend their alcohol sales to include Sunday. He said the expansion wouldnt change what stores could sell or who can sell, just the days they are allowed to sell. I have my own thoughts and opinions on the matter, Commissioner Kenneth Williams said. Im not approving because I agree with it; Im approving to allow the people of this county to say what they want for their county. Goodman said Florida statutes allow for counties to decide if their alcohol sales should extend to include Sundays and that in 1977, the Holmes County BOCC decided such sales would be prohibited. This is in no way us condoning alcohol sales on Sunday, Chairman Monty Merchant said. Its a way of nding out what the residents of Holmes County want, think and feel about the matter. The vote passed 3 to 2, with commissioners Jim King and Phillip Music voting no. Separately, the board approved of setting the tentative millage rate at 9.9353 with a vote of 3 to 2, with Williams and Commissioner Ron Monk voting no. We should set it higher and be able to make the cuts where need be, Merchant said. A budget hearing is set for 4 p.m. Sept. 10. The board also approved to move forward with the abandonment of Kelly Lane Road. Landowner Fred Webb confirmed that Kelly lane Road is a dead-end road that leads to the center of his property and asked that it be closed for safety reasons. The board approved Holmes County Emergency Management Services request to enter into Houston-Galveston Area Council Interlocal Contract for Cooperative Purchasing to purchase a new ambulance with a grant through a state bid. Also approved were EMS new non-emergency hires. The board approved Holmes County Extension Director Shep Eubanks request to travel to Orlando for a three-day professional improvements convention for $570. The board also approved to allow Eubanks to travel to Gainesville as the University of Florida screens four potential applicants for the position as the new Holmes County extension director. He said the university would send the best candidate back to the board for approval. The board also approved of hiring Joseph Ratcliff as the new mechanic for District 4 and approved of State Housing Initiative Partnerships request to increase the maximum money used in the Local Housing Assistance Plan from $5,000 to $6,000. There wasnt a good quality product for the amount of money that was offered, and every one of the applications were having to come back to the board for approval because they were so many dollars over the allotted amount, Goodman said. POSSUM PRIDEHolmes to vote on alcohol salesINDEXOpinion ................................A4 Arrests .................................A5 Outdoors ..............................A6 Sports ..................................A7 Extra ....................................B1 Faith ....................................B4 Obituaries ............................B5 Classi eds ............................B7 WEB WATCHRead more from the July 31 BOCC meeting at bonifaynow.com. Evergreen Baptist Church HomecomingWESTVILLE Evergreen Baptist Church will have Homecoming services at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 12. Four Calvary will bring the music, and Brother Mike Woodham will bring the message. Everyone is invited, and lunch will be served after the services.Noma Assembly of God Back to School Fun DayNOMA Noma Assembly of God will have a Back to School Fun Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 18. The fun day is free of charge, and there will be puppets, cotton candy, snow cones, a train and a water slide (shirt and shorts required).Lighthouse Assembly of God Community GiveawayBONIFAY The Lighthouse Assembly of God will have a Community Giveaway from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 10 in the church fellowship hall. Come and get things you may need. For more information, call 638-2027.
A2 | Holmes County Times-Advertiser Wednesday, August 8, 2012 REPUBLICAN SENATECornelius Harvey McGillicuddy, popularly known as Connie Mack IV, is the U.S. Representative for Floridas 14th congressional district, serving since 2005. He is a member of the Republican Party. The district includes Fort Myers and Naples. Other Republican candidates on the ballot for Nelsons senate seat include George LeMieux, Deon Long, Mike McCalister, Marielena Stuart and Dave Weldon. George LeMieux, a former senator, dropped out of the campaign on June 20 because of a lack of resources and put his support behind Mack, according to the Washington Post. Deon Long was also a candidate who, though he appears on the Holmes County Republican Ballot, no longer appears on the list of primary candidates, according to Ballotpedia. Long said the focus of his campaign is the roll back of power of Washington, D.C., back to the states as contemplated by the Founding Fathers, according to his website, deonlong.org. Mike McCalister is a retired U.S. Army colonel, businessman, university instructor and father, according to his website. McCalister served in the Army Reserves, Army National Guard and on active duty for a total of 33 years and retired in 2005. He is a licensed and degreed agribusiness professional and owner-operator of a small tree farm. He is a university instructor in accredited MBA and DBA programs. He was the custodial parent of a son from the age of 4 through college; both McCalister and his son are Eagle Scouts and earned the God & Country Award. Additionally, McCalister is a recipient of the Valley Forge Cross for Heroism. Marielena Stuart, who also goes by Marielena Montesino de Stuart, has been in the Senate race since August and hails from the city of Ave Maria (in southwest Florida near Naples), according to tampabay.com. She has been getting regional attention but not much exposure statewide. Stuart has worked as a linguist and interpreter, speaking Spanish and French, with some Greek and Italian. Some of her columns have appeared in the Naples Daily News. David Joseph Weldon, who resides in Indialantic, is a politician and physician. He was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Floridas 15th congressional district. Weldon was elected to the House in 1994 and served seven terms in Washington before announcing he would not seek an eighth term in 2008. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army.STATE ATTORNEYThe state attorney race between Republicans Jim Appleman and incumbent Glenn Hess will be a universal primary. If all candidates for an ofce have the same party afliation and the winner will have no opposition in the General Election, then all qualied voters, regardless of party afliation, may vote in the Primary Election for that ofce. These contests are called Universal Primary Contests, according to Santa Rosa Countys website, santarosa..gov. The outcome of the primary will determine the winner of the election, although it is possible there could be run-off elections required. Republican State Attorney Glenn Hess resigned his job as a circuit judge to run for state attorney for the 14th Judicial Circuit in 2008, he is seeking a second term. Hess lists some of his biggest accomplishments as an increased number of convictions, from DUI cases to capital murder cases. Hess is a veteran of the U.S. Army, where he was a helicopter pilot, according to his website. Panama City Attorney Jim Appleman, also a Republican, is challenging Hess. Appleman formerly served as state attorney for 24 years, according to his website. He retired in 2005 and said he is seeking reelection to make the ofce more fair and to return our state attorneys ofce to a winning track record.STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT 5Republican voters also will choose between Marti Coley and Danny Glidewell in the state representative District 5 contest. Marti Coley of Marianna is Floridas 7th District Representative in the House of Representatives. Because of redistricting, she is seeking election as representative for District 5. She received her bachelors degree from Florida State University in 1984. Coley has served in the House since she won a special election in June 2005 to ll the remainder of the term of her late husband, David, who died in March at age 43. Danny Glidewell of DeFuniak Springs faces incumbent Coley in the race for the district that includes northern Bay and Washington, Holmes and Jackson counties. Among Glidewells biggest disagreements with the way things are done in Tallahassee are the way the state regulates school districts with mandatory teacher evaluations that affect pay, the way calendars are set and the focus on the FCAT. The winner of the Republican race will face unafliated candidate Travis Pitts and write-in candidate Eddy Holman in I am quitting smoking for my family. The Big Bend Area Health Education Center (Big Bend AHEC) is offering FREE tobacco cessation classes in Holmes County and throughout the Big Bend region. We know the challenges you face. We will help you develop the tools to succeed and we will provide the support you need. For more information, call Big Bend AHEC at: 850-482-6500 (local office) or 1-87-QUIT-NOW-6 (1-877-848-6696) Visit www.ahectobacco.com for the schedule of classes we have available. FREE NICOTINE PATCHES! NO COST TO ATTEND! 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Holmes County Times-Advertiser | A3Wednesday, August 8, 2012 November. Travis Pitts of Chipley, running with no party afliation, will face the winner of Tuesdays primary in the November General Election. Pitts was elected three times as Clerk of the Circuit County for Washington County and was certied by the Supreme Court of Florida. He was appointed by then-Chief Justice Joe Boyd to serve on various workload committees with the Of ce of the State Court Administrator. Pitts attended the public schools of Washington County and graduated from Chipley High School, Chipola Junior College and the University of Florida with a bachelors degree in Business Administration and Management.DEMOCRATIC SENATEOn the Democratic ballot, voters will get to choose their candidates for U.S. Senator and for U.S. Congressman for District 2. Sen. Bill Nelson is the senior U.S. senator from Florida and is a former U.S. Representative and former treasurer and insurance commissioner of Florida. Nelson was elected to the Florida House of Representatives in 1972. He was re-elected in 1974 and 1976. Nelson was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1978. He served in the House from 1979 to 1991. In 2000, Nelson ran for the U.S. Senate seat vacated by retiring Republican Sen. Connie Mack. He was reelected in 2006 with 60 percent of the vote and is seeking re-election in 2012. In addition to facing his Republican challengers, led by Connie Mack, Nelson also faces Democratic challenger Glenn A. Burkett. Burkett was born in Thomaston, Ga., and graduated from R.E. Lee High School in 1968. In 1969, he joined the U.S. Navy and trained as a medic and is a Vietnam veteran, according to his website. He obtained an associates degree from Pensacola Junior College and a bachelors degree from the University of West Florida in Pensacola. His post-graduate work was at Florida State University, Tallahassee, and the University of Florida, Gainesville. He describes himself as a Democrat (hybrid), saying he would vote for legislation with the best ideas. He is currently in the natural health business, according to his website. U.S. REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 2In the District 2 Representative race, Democrats are looking to unseat Republican U.S. Rep. Steve Southerland of Panama City, who faces no Republican challenge in the primary. Leonard Bembry of Greenville is one candidate seeking the seat. Bembry is the Florida Representative from District 10, a seat he has held since 2008, and is the Blue-dog endorsed candidate, according to web sources. Bembry works as a farmer and is the owner of University Homes. He is a member of the Florida Manufactured Housing Association, Habitat for Humanity, Madison County Development Council, Madison County Farm Bureau, National Ri e Association and the Wild Turkey Federation. Alfred Al Lawson Jr. is a former Democratic member of the Florida Senate, who represented the 6th District from 2000 through 2010. He was a member of the Florida House of Representatives from 1982 to 2000. Lawson received his bachelors degree from Florida A&M University and his Master of Public Administration from Florida State University. Lawson ran for the Democratic nomination in Floridas 2nd Congressional District in 2010. Alvin L. Peters of Panama City also is running for the District 2 seat. Peters served as the chairman of the Bay County Democratic Party from 2002 to 2010. He is an attorney with Peters & Scoon, where he has practiced since 2002. He is a soccer coach with the Bay County Youth Soccer Association, president of Early Education and Care Inc., a local Head Start grantee and president of the Panama City Marine Institute. Mark Schlakman, another Democrat seeking the District 2 congressional seat, has worked in the administration of both presidents George W. Bush and Bill Clinton, is an attorney who has worked with the North Florida Hate Crimes Task Force, and is a self-proclaimed human rights lawyer who has said he would work to end gridlock in Washington. In addition to working in the White House, he has held positions in the U.S. departments of state and defense. He recently returned from Afghanistan, where he worked with Afghani ofcials on international and domestic law. Schlakman serves as senior program director at the Florida State University Center for the Advancement of Human Rights. STATEREPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT5FOR We can count on Marti Coley to look out for us! Political advertisement paid for and approved by Marti Coley, Republican for State Representative Political advertisement paid for and approved by Marti Coley, Republican for State Representative BUDDY BROWNfor Holmes CountySuperintendent of Schools Elect Political advertisement paid for and approved by Buddy Brown, Democrat, for Superintendent of Schools 547-2244 OWENSCHIROPRACTIC CLINIC ACUPUNCTURE The family of Johnny C. Vaughan extends our sincere appreciation to everyone for the May God richly bless you is our prayer. The Family of Johnny C. Vaughan Election 2012 BILL NELSON GLENN BURKETT LEONARD BEMBRY AL LAWSON JR ALVIN PETERS MARK SCHLAKMAN ELECTION from page A2
OpinionA4 | Holmes County Times-AdvertiserCONTACTUSPUBLISHER Nicole Bare eld: nbare eld@chipleypaper.com NEWS, SPORTS OR OPINION news@bonifaynow.com CLASSIFIED & CIRCULATION Melissa Kabaci: mkabaci@chipleypaper.com 1-800-645-8688 ADVERTISING 850-547-9414 The views expressed here are not necessarily those of this paper or Halifax Media Group. WANT MORE?Find us online at chipleypaper.com friend us on Facebook or tweet us @WCN_HCT POSTMASTER: Send address change to: Holmes County Times-Advertiser P.O. Box 67, Bonifay, FL 32425 USPS 004-341 SUBSCRIPTION RATES IN COUNTY 13 weeks: $12.61; 26 weeks: $18.90; 52 weeks: $30.45 OUT OF COUNTY 13 weeks: $16.17; 26 weeks: $24.20; 52 weeks: $40.95The Times-Advertiser is published on Wednesdays by Halifax Media Group, 112 E. Virginia Ave., Bonifay, FL 32425. Periodicals postage paid at Bonifay, Florida. Copyright 2012, Halifax Media Group. All Rights Reserved. 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When Perrys Prattle column began in April 2003, the writers wildest imagination would not allow him to believe the variety of topics he covered in the next 10 years. Hester has collected cookbooks throughout our almost 60 years of our marriage. A wild guess would list the number at more than 100. Her collection includes everything from Southern Living to various other national magazines. She has supported and purchased books on cooking from many churches, civic and festival organizations, including the one titled The Possum Cookbook from Wausaus Fun Day. It was in January 2007, while attending a twoday bluegrass festival in Andalusia, Ala., that I bought my rst cookbook. It was in a Goodwill Store, and the fact that it was sponsored by Peoples First Community Bank of Panama City made the $2 purchase easy for me. The rst page contained a letter from the chairman of the board, Joe Chapman, with a personal handwritten note: Thank you for your business! As residents of Panama City during the early years of our marriage, we watched Joe grow into manhood, excel in many facets of life, nish high school, enter law school and become an attorney. Back in his hometown, he engaged in many businesses. His mother, Mrs. Gladys Chapman, a school teacher before entering the political arena, served many years as supervisor of elections in Bay County. Hester and I knew many of the contributors names, from our days in Panama City. Three years later, I saw a cookbook advertised by Zion Primitive Baptist Church in Brunswick, Ga., as a fundraiser for building a dining hall to the meeting house. I recognized recipes from across the southland of people I had come to know in attending church meetings. The heading for each type of food included a scripture quote. Under Appetizers and Beverage, the Bible reference was If any man thirsts, let him come unto me and drink. He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water (John 7:37-38). The Vegetables and Side Dishes began with this quotation: The meek shall eat and be satisfied: they shall praise the Lord that seek him: your heart shall live for ever (Psalm 22:26). Desserts give us this quotation: But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance, against such there is no law (Galatians 5:22-23). The cook book is lled with quotes from philosophers and politicians. I dont know the key to success, but the key to failure is trying to please everybody, from Bill Cosby. Too often we enjoy the comfort of opinion without the discomfort of thought, by John F. Kennedy. From Thomas Jefferson: Im a great believer in luck, and I nd the harder I work, the more I have of it. This light-hearted recipe in the churchsponsored cook book is for Elephant Stew one med. elephant, salt and pepper, one small onion and two rabbits (optional). Note the comical preparation instructions. Cut elephant into bite size pieces. This will take about 16 days. Cover with rich brown gravy and simmer over open ame, about two and a half weeks. This should feed about 3,002 people, but if more are expected, add the 2 rabbits. However, add only if needed, as most people dont like hare in their stew. The Minnie Pearl Music City Cook Book was purchased in a thrift store. Aside from the recipes for down home cooking, Minnies home spun tales and characters from Grinders Switch, including her boyfriend Hessie and Uncle Nabob along with brother are included in her stories. The Aunt Bees Mayberry Cookbook in our home was given to Hester as a birthday present from Tim, Debbie, Laura, Julie and Perry II on Nov. 12, 2010. I dont think either of us has gotten serious with trying any of the delectable dishes submitted by real people who were invited to participate. The book is lled excerpts from Andy Grif th shows of the past and will bring to mind many characters that could will be lost to time now that Barney, George (Goober) Lindsey, Aunt Bee and Andy have passed from the scene of time. Our special, The Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Cookbook, was purchased recently, also in a bargain store. It came to us just after we had seen the rerun of Forrest Gump on television, which made it more special. Aside from the all-shrimp recipes, the booklet is lled with the philosophical sayings of Forrest that will be remembered from the movie. Heres some: They asked me if I was runnin for womens rights women are always right. Well, destiny is when youre born to do something, but you dont know what it is. Bubba was my best friend, and you dont nd that very often. Remember what I told you? Dont let anybody tell you theyre better than you. And nally, I happen to believe we make our own destiny. We have to do the best with what God gave us. The last cookbook for review today has been in our household since the days when the Rev. Tommy Brill was pastor of Blue Lake Baptist Church. This book was prepared by the WMU of that congregation and brought back many memories of those who have since died that submitted favorite recipes. A quick glance will show Pop-Up Bread by Ruby Zumstein, Angel Biscuits by Inez Morris, Fresh Apple Cake by Louise Tharp, Green Bean Salad by Civie Speights, Rocky Road Candy by Margaret Kent and Molasses Cookies by Fannie McGuire. With all the cookbook reading, I had to resist referring to myself as a gourmet cook after reading the dictionary de nition as a person who knows and appreciates ne food and drink, an epicure. I still know full well that my menu is limited to seafood gumbo and chip steak and gravy, served open-face style, along with potatoes sticks from a can. See you all next week.Cookbook collection spans almost 60 years Every time I pass the intersection of Highway 90 and 79, I keep thinking of the words of the song done by Five Men Electrical Band in the 1980s: Sign, sign, everywhere a sign. Dont you know its enough to be blowin my mind. Do this, do that, cant you read the sign? This sort of protest song mentions several signs: Long-haired freaky people need not apply. Anybody trespassing will be shot on sight. You got to have shirt and tie to get a seat, else you cant even watch. No, you cant eat. He nally nds one sign that says, Welcome to kneel down and pray. But when they passed the plate, I dont have a penny to pay, the song says. This song, which I dont believe ever made to the top of any of the charts, is not talking about the political signs, which are crowding the landscape. However, the number and size of them seems to be somewhat overboard. They bring up questions to my mind. First, how effective are they? Do voters assume that the one who has the most signs or the largest, most prominent signs have the most support? Then, who decides where they can be put? I understand that in our city, Bonifay, a candidate can pay a fee and place them on the city right-ofway. Who polices that? If they are in a homeowners yard, I assume they are supporting that candidate. But then you see some yards just decorated with a number of candidates signs, some for the same of ce. If I allow one in my yard for someone I support, does that give others the right to put one there too? If not, is it legal for me to remove unwanted ones? Who is responsible for cutting the grass around them wherever they are? Or straighten them up when the wind blows them over? What about those on highway rights of way? Telephone or light poles? I suppose the candidates know the answers to these questions, but I dont know that they or their supporters abide by the rules. I havent traveled the rural areas of our county much this election year, so I cant comment on the sign situation. Nor have I traveled out of Holmes, Washington and Bay counties. But Washington County seems to have as plentiful a supply of them as we do. One innovative contender there has individual hand painted signs that I have noticed. The primary voting will be Aug. 14, and we have the mail-out from our ef cient supervisor of elections, Debbie Morris. Some of the important of ces will be decided then, while others will wait until the general election on Nov. 6 to be decided. I urge you to read what the candidates have to say and decide who appears to have the best handle on the responsibilities of the of ce. Attend a rally and listen to the candidates, and meet and talk with them. Then decide if they have the quali cations to carry out those responsibilities. That brings up another question: Who is responsible for removing the signs and how long after the election do they have to do it? Is there a penalty for not doing so? Who enforces that? Personally, I dont think I have ever been in uenced to vote for someone based on their political sign. However, it is a First Amendment right to free speech, and I would not discourage candidates from posting them. They certainly give those in that kind of business a boost and generates interest in who is running. I am proud that we in the small counties put the larger counties to shame when it comes to our voter turn-out percentages. That makes our votes in the statewide elections a signi cant factor. Early voting and absentee voting are going on right now. If you put it off until Aug. 14, you can still vote. But dont miss out on the opportunity to exercise your right as a citizen. So I got me a pen and paper, and I made up my own little sign. It said, Thank you Lord for thinking bout me. Im alive and doin ne. Election time: Sign, sign, everywhere a signHAPPY CORNERHazel Wells Tison PERRYS PRATTLEPerry Wells Wednesday, August 8, 2012 Peoples First Floridas Community Bank: From our family to yoursLong-haired freaky people need not apply. Anybody trespassing will be shot on sight. You got to have shirt and tie to get a seat, else you cant even watch. No, you cant eat.
LocalHolmes County Times-Advertiser | A5Wednesday, August 8, 2012 Gun ShowAugust11th & 12th Panama City Panama City Fairgrounds Fairgrounds2080424Sat 9 -5 Sun 10-4C o n c e a l e d W e a p o n s C l a s s S a t / S u n 1 1 a m o r 2 p m Floridagunshows.com FREE PARKING PUBLIC NOTICEHolmesCounty FL Debbie Wilcox Morris, Supervisor of Elections announces the Canvassing Board will meet Wednesday, August 8, 2012 at 1:00 P.M. to canvass absentee ballots. The canvassing board will open and process absentee ballots and perform any other duties as prescribed by law, however the ballots will not be tabulated until 7:00 P.M. on August 14, 2012. P.M. on Wednesday, August 8, 2012, will be available for public inspection from 12:00 P.M. will reconvene on August 14, 2012 at 10:00 A.M. to canvass absentee ballots received after cates received after 10:00 A.M. on August 14, 2012, must be present throughout the day. Pursuant to Section 101.68(2)(c)2, Florida Statutes, if any elector or candidate present beboard a protest against the canvass of that ballot, specifying the precinct, the ballot, and the reason he or she believes the ballot to be illegal. A challenge based upon a defect in the voters It may become necessary for the Canvassing Board to reconvene at times or places other than the pertinent meeting and posted on the doors of the Holmes County Courthouse. All meetings of the Holmes County Canvassing Board are open to the public and will be conducted at at 201 N. Oklahoma St., Ste. 102, Bonifay, FL Thank YouHolmes County Public Library would like to thank the following businesses, organizations, and individuals who help to make our Florida Library Youth Program a huge success; Docs Market, Piggly Wiggly, Hardees of Bonifay, Kiwanis of Bonifay, Doctors Memorial Hospital, First Federal of Florida, Walmart of Chipley, Jordan, Shep Eubanks, Wells Fargo Bank, Nasa of Houston, TX, Thomas Hill (NASA Presenter), Ardythe Sellers, Jason Jiang, Moneeba Anees, Eddie Whitehurst and Crew, Friends of the Holmes County Library, and Cecilia Spears. NOTICE OF ELECTIONA REGULAR ELECTION for the TOWN OF WESTVILLE WILL BE HELD ON September 11, 2012. The polls will open at 7:00 a.m., central standard time. The election will be held at the Westville Community Center. date of these positions are as followed: Those persons wishing to qualify for the above Clerk located in the Westville Community Center between 8:00 to 12:00 and 12:30 to for this regular election is $25.00 Tammy Bowers Town Clerk Special to The Times-AdvertiserTaylor Tison, a 2008 graduate of Vernon High School, graduated recently from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commissions Division of Law Enforcement. As a law enforcement ofcer (game warden), Tison is assigned to the Glades County area, where he will be alert to violations of hunting and shing laws. The ceremony was held at the Pat Thomas Law Enforcement Academy in Quincy, where 22 graduates were presented their certicates. Col. Jim Brown administered the Oath of Ofce and presented their badges. Taylors was pinned on by his father. Lt. Loren Lowers presented awards. and Taylor was given the Outstanding Marksman Award. Tison is the son of Hiram and Judy Tison of Bonifay. Family attending the graduation on June 8 in addition to his parents were grandparents Jack and Hazel Tison, sister Lacey Tison Harrison, aunt Cindy Tison Webb and aunt Muriel Turner and husband, Roy. Tison is a 2011 graduate of Chipola College in Marianna. Helms elected Delta Kappa Gamma international presidentSpecial to The Times-AdvertiserWith more than 2,000 in attendance at the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International Convention in New York City on July 24-28, Dr. Beverly Helms of Bonifay was elected as the societys international president. Delta Kappa Gamma is an honorary organization for key women educators with more than 90,000 members in 18 countries and 80 states. Expansion into Japan will occur when Helms installs the rst chapter of 53 women educators in October. The purpose of the group is to promote the personal and professional growth of women educators and excellence in education. The women educators honor women who have given or who show potential for distinctive service in any eld of education. It advances the professional interest and position of women in education; initiates, supports and endorses desirable legislation in the interests of education and of women educators; endows scholarships to members to pursue higher degrees; and grants fellowships to nonmember women educators. In her acceptance speech, Helms requested the group not let what they know limit their imagination of the organizations potential. She challenged members to stay focused at the chapter level, set signicant goals, make the most of marketing and objectively identify obstacles to growth. Her desire is that the group will intentionally connect or reconnect with all members, engage them in the mission of the organization and also continue to attract younger members. Because communication is of primary importance to Helms, she plans to communicate in print and electronically with members. I have been blessed by the many opportunities provided by my membership in this organization, she said. Early on, I received a scholarship and had several mentors who made a difference in my life. I have been involved in leadership development, networking, global afliations, made friends in all 18 countries and have united with women educators of the world in a genuine spiritual fellowship. Helms will serve as the organizations ofcial representative for two years. The following marriages and divorces were led July 23-27 in Holmes County.MarriagesRobert Trace Rowell, July 3, 1987, of Crestview and Lindsay Carol Short, Oct. 23, 1986, of Bonifay Joshua Larmar Miller, Dec. 14, 1985, of Ponce de Leon and Timra Deanne Hanes, July 3, 1992, of Ponce de LeonDivorcesLarry Lee Hewett and Jamie Byrd Hewett Charles H. Presley and Misty Miranda Presley Howard R. Smith Jr. and Tanya Marie Whitley-Smith William A. May and Jujan L. May Michael Lloyd Ross and Debbra Sellers Ross The following arrests were made July 22-28 in Holmes County. Heather Naomi Amerson, 21, child support Cedric Jermaine Barnes, 29, hold for Hillsborough Michael Roy Baxter, 30, failure to appear Jeremy Lamar Briggs, 27, hold for prison transport service Emanuel Dwayne Burch, 24, hold for prison transport service William Christopher Carmichael, 44, violation of probation on battery David Ian Challender, 26, dealing in stolen property, grand theft, failure to appear four counts Wilbert Lee Colvin, 34, hold for prison transport service Shawn Cone, 35, dealing in stolen property James Raymond Eastmead, 47, failure to appear on violation of injunction Dustin Earl Everette, 27, driving under the inuence Terry Gene FutrelleJunior, 24, hold for prison transport service Steven Edwards Grieder, 30, hold for Hillsborough Glenn Leroy Griggy, 26, out of county warrant Traci Michelle Hoagland, 33, driving while license suspended or revoked, possession of paraphernalia, not more than 20 grams Gina Marie Holmes, 40, retail theft Dwayne M. Jenkins, 38, hold for prison transport service Kimberly Elisa Jennings, 32, violation of probation on possession of controlled substance Kelodae B. Jones, 29, possession of marijuana, possession of paraphernalia Stephanie Ann Josits, 29,domestic violence Stanley Kellogg, 48, hold for prison transport Matthew Terrance Kolifrath, 26, violation of probation on contributing to delinquency of minor Michael David Kulesza, 29, hold for Hillsborough James D. Lewis Jr., 44, aggravated battery with deadly weapon Brian Adam Lollar, 24, hold for Hillsborough Leroy Lynn, 41, violation of probation on driving while license suspended or revoked Samuel Lee Martin, 38, failure to appear on interfere with child custody, battery Johnny Wayne Mixon, 37, child support Cordell Alphonso Moore, 40, hold for prison transport service Alexander Ray Mullins, 45, hold for Hillsborough Lisa Denise Nolin,46, hold for Walton County battery Raymond Mark Olsen, 62, violation of probation on sale manufacture and delivery of meth Danielle Marie Palfrey, 25, hold for prison transport service Steven Eric Prestwood, 26, no charges listed Clinton Travis Roberts, 29, failure to appear on issuing worthless checks Reynaldo Santiago, 55, hold for Hillsborough Talena Kay Sasser, 34, criminal use of personal identication information, false reports of commission of crime, criminal solicitation, harassing communication, perjury when not in an ofcial proceeding, criminal mischief, burglary Andy Edison Shook, 45, out of county warrant Carl Dewayne Thornton, 36, out of county warrant Francis Hammed Trimaldi, 71, grand theft Mike John Vonrax, 33, domestic aggravated battery Shawn Michael Watson, 19, Dealing in stolen property Chad Mitchell Wilson, 20, no charges listed SPECIAL TO TT HE TT Im M Es S -Ad AD VERTIs S ERTaylor Tison has his FWC law enforcement badge pinned on by his dad, Hiram Tison.Tison graduates FWC Law Enforcement Academy Arrest REPORTREPORT MARRIAARRIAGEES AAND DIVORCEIVORCES BEVERLY H HELmsMS
OUTDOORS Wednesday, August 8, 2012 Page 6www.bonifaynow.com | www.chipleypaper.comSend your Outdoors news to news@chipleypaper.com ASection A lot of people who watch shing shows think y shing is a rich mans sport. They see y shermen going to exotic spots around the world and think they never will be able to do that. You dont have to go to Alaska to y sh. As a matter of fact we have some pretty good freshwater y shing right here on the fresh water ponds on the beach. There are 100 ways to catch sh from shocking them up to the surface to using a y rod to entice them to bite. Most people with the attitude y shing is beyond their economic position in the world had better think again. The reason a lot of shermen dont y sh is because they never had someone to show them how to do it. If you are willing to attend a few meetings this can all change and you can be shing for everything from blue gills to tarpon in a short time. With the advent of kayaks, it is very easy to slip into most of the ponds just opposite the Gulf. These ponds are not private and dont let anyone tell you they are. All you have to have is permission from a land owner on the pond that will allow you to cross his property and you are in business. I was very fortunate to have a father who y shed and taught me a little about it when I was young. I also had a few friends who y shed, and they also were a great help. If you think you would like to learn the art of y casting, there is a club forming locally that will allow you to be introduced to those who are looking for other people to share in the sport of y shing. This new club is being formed here in Panama City Beach for y shermen experienced and the not so experienced. The meetings will be at 6:30 p.m. every other Tuesday on the second oor of the Shore House Furniture store, 14301 Panama City Beach Parkway. The next meeting is Aug. 7. Future meetings will include Fly tying demonstrations by club founder Barry Kent and equipment suggestions by James Smith, shing manager for Orvis. He will share hints and types of sh caught with Flies in both the bay and local saltwater. For more information, call Barry Kent at 352-460-4107 or email bayffc@gmail.com. Hooked on Outdoors Outdoor LifeScott Lindseycaptainlindsey@ knology.net By FRANK SARGEANTfranksargeant@charter.net Some people love the new FWC regulation allowing a doubling of the daily red sh harvest from one to two per person in the northern zones; others hate it. But it is the rule for all state waters except the South Zone, and for those who love to eat red sh and think there are plenty of them this fall should provide some prime sh fries. Classic wisdom is that king mackerel appear along Floridas West Coast when water temps reach 68, and red sh, AKA red drum, appear when they rise to 86. That means August is kickoff time for prime red shing that will extend through October, especially for the giant bulls (which are actually females, by the way) which can weigh 30 pounds and up. There are fair numbers of redsh in Panhandle waters year around these days, but late summer through fall is prime time. Big spawners, some more than 50 pounds and approaching 4 feet long, travel into the sounds and bays from their usual offshore locations. The sh drop their eggs around the larger passes, typically around the new and full moon major tides. Meantime, they prowl nearshore reefs, riprap cuts and the edges of the ats to feed, adding a whole new element to inshore shing. Tailing sh on the ats are not as abundant in August as they will be my mid-September and on into early November, but there are enough around to make the pursuit worthwhile, especially early and late on days with dawn or dusk low tides. Many of the reds found on most ats at this time of year are likely to be somewhere near the 18 to 27 inch legal slot, though there are plenty of 30-inch sh that will join the migrating schools and leave the shallows as adults when fall turns to winter. Reds often are scattered in summer, but as fall approaches they gather up in big schools, and occasionally anglers are treated to the sight of a red wave crossing the ats, easing along the beach or moving through the larger passes as hundreds of sh come to the surface and literally turn the water red as the sun glints off their rosecolored backs. Some of these jumbos are caught by anglers towing large spoons, diving plugs or big live baits often shermen after kings or grouper connect with the lunker reds. They can also be caught by casting a big topwater plug or any live bait sh into a visible school; hits are instant. All of these sh far exceed the maximum legal size and must be released, but they put on a wonderful battle. (Use debarbed hooks if you target oversized reds, so that they can be released without injury remember these are the mommas and poppas that create the smaller ones we chase on the ats the rest of the year.) Jumbo reds are all catch-andrelease no harvest is permitted. But if you want to tangle with some of these giants, one likely tactic is to set up on any Panhandle pier or the rocks of any Panhandle jetty and soak a slab of fresh-cut mullet or pin sh, or even better free-line live pin sh, grunts or nger mullet. This is heavy tackle actionyoull need at least 25 pound test line and a reel that holds a couple hundred yards of it to prevent a giant red from running off with your gear, but its a unique opportunity for really big sh from shore.On the atsOn the ats, reds can be considerably more challenging. There is a lot of pressure on shallow-water sh these days, and a noisy or careless approach often sends an entire school eeing before you can catch even one. Spotting the sh is the rst challenge. Often, you will see only the tip of a tail or dorsal n or the jump of eeing nger mullet to let you know they are close. Or, you might see a moving vee wake as a school pushes across a shoal. (They look a lot like the vee that mullet schools make, but are usually somewhat larger.) In calm, clear water, you sometimes can see individual sh as they cross a white patch of sand, but it requires Polarized glasses and a good eye. The best strategy is to get ahead of a moving school and then cast your bait or lure well in front of the lead sh. Let them swim up to it and hopefully you get a bite. Casting into the middle of a school these days usually sends the entire bunch racing for deeper water. Wade shing for tailers on the last of the low tides around new and full moons can also be great at this time of year. When the water gets to around 12 inches deep over the grass, sh start to tail in many areas. Most wade shers use arti cials, either soft jerkbaits, DOA shrimp, swim baits or topwaters. The trick is to make a delicate presentation and bring the lure just near enough to the sh for it to spot the movement. Hard-pressured reds may refuse most arti cials, but a tactic that often fools them is to use a scented lure like a Gulp!Alive! crab, cast it close and uptide of the sh and simply let it sit; they soon follow the scent trail to the bait. Chunks of fresh mullet or lady sh work just as well. Its also possible to catch plenty of reds with the now-classic tactic of anchoring in sloughs or large holes and chumming with crippled sardines. The reds nd the sardines and follow them to the source your boat where you offer them one with a hook in it. Expert guides are skilled in putting just enough bait in the water to keep the reds actively feeding, but not enough so that they get full and move on. With this tactic, its sometimes possible to set in one spot and catch a dozen or more reds, luring the school back each time it ushes away by tossing out more sardines.Red sh regsThe bag limit on red sh in the Panhandle is now two per person per day, and theres no closed season. The slot limit is 18 to 27 inches; larger or smaller sh must be released immediately. Excellent shing usually continues until the rst cold front in November sends most of the sh to deeper water but if you know where the holes are inshore or sh the warm water out ow of powerplants you can nd plenty of eating size reds all winter.Reds on the tableRed sh llets are moist and tender, good in a variety of recipes. However, the species does have a pronounced red line down each side, and unless that line is removed, it adds a somewhat shy taste to the meat, which some people dont like. One of the best recipes for reds is baked, in the shell, which means the gutted carcass, head on, is wrapped in foil and placed on the grill or in a 350-degree oven. Stuf ng the cavity with sliced oranges or lemons adds a nice extra tang. Cook until a fork passes easily through the thickest part of the shoulders. When the sh is cooked, slide a knife just under the skin and run it down the backbone, then peel away the skin. This reveals the llet and the red line. Slip a spatula under the red line and lift it away, and the sh is ready for the table. Serving-size portions lift easily off the bones. Reds are also good just plain fried; llet, skin, cut out the red line and section the llets into eating-size pieces. Dip in cornmeal or crushed corn akes, then drop into hot vegetable oil or peanut oil. Cook until the coating turns light brown, then drain on layers of paper napkins and serve. Last but not least is blackened red sh, a dish made up to create a tasty dish from less palatable sh. But theres no question that its darned good. Basically the routine is to dip the llets in Cajun seasonings available at any grocery store these days and then fry it in a very hot cast iron skillet with butter. The mix of seasoning dust and butter quickly forms a blackened crust on the outside, while the esh inside remains moist and tender. (Leave it a minute too long and all you have is burnt sh, but done right, this is a great dish.) TIPS FOR SPOOKY REDS More elevation means you can see ats reds farther away, which is why poling platforms and casting towers are found on many ats rigs. However, the higher you are, the father away a red sh can see you. Its good to use the tower to locate the sh, but sometimes youll have to step down and crouch on the deck while casting if you want to get them to eat. If you sh from a boat, use the pushpole and the PowerPole or Talon rather than the trolling motor and anchor when ever possible. With light winds, simply drifting or letting the tide carry you can be the best possible approach but be ready to stop the boat immediately when you see sh ahead. Otherwise, youll drift too close and spook them. When possible, let the sh come to you; determine their direction of travel, get the boat well ahead of them and sit in silence while they feed into casting range. When sh chase your lure close, get smallcrouch down so that he cant see you up there manipulating that rod. While a silent approach in a ats boat is good, a silent approach while wading is much better; theres a lot less for the sh to see, and that means you can get closer most of the time.DOUBLE UPNew regulations increase redfish daily limit to twoContributed photos Giant redfish like this one, caught on the northeast side of Florida by Captain Don Dingman and helpers, are also found in Panhandle waters in late summer and fall. Like all reds longer than 27 inches, they must be released immediately per state regulations. Below, shallow flats can be ideal locations to spot tailing redfish, particularly on the low tides created by new and full moon periods.
SP O RTS www.bonifaynow.com ASectionThis is Part 2 of a threepart series on Ebro Greyhound Park.By PAT McCANN747-5068 | @pcnhpat pmccann@pcnh.com EBRO It isnt meant as a slight to either party when saying that Joe Watson would have t nicely with the cast of The Andy Grif th Show. Watsons unassuming demeanor and down-home work ethic are virtues embodied in the long-running staple of American television. He doesnt make a grand entrance or command a room. More than likely, he could be the one over in the corner getting the job done. Now 49, the Caryville resident is in his rst year as sole owner of a greyhound racing kennel, AJN, which occupies kennel No. 5 in the compound in the northwest corner of the property at Ebro Greyhound Park. The J and the N represent Joe and wife, Nita, who is a retired colonel in the state corrections system. Watsons current status re ects an evolution that began when he was a teenager growing up in Bonifay. He had a friend in school, Floyd Harcus, who was involved in the industry and rst got him involved. He was raising greyhounds, so Ive been coming here since I was 18, Watson said of the Washington County track. Eventually he became partners with Sarah Lucas for four years in SL Kennel. Watson had another partner last year who he said decided to follow a trail of larger purses at a track up north af liated with a casino. Watson has had a hand in the kennel end of the business for eight years. Relationships forged over time have had a direct bearing on how he conducts the enterprise. As example: On his friendship with Ebro administrator Teresa Duncan, dating to when she started in customer services six years ago, Duncan recently became a rsttime owner of a racing greyhound, AJN Sweet Smoke: I knowd how she was. Knowd she be a good owner. I didnt mind getting her involved. I knew it would be a good thing. On Thomas Suggs, age 22, who is in his rst year as a trainer and handles the greyhounds for AJN: He started in Sarasota and has been with me eight months. (Kennel owner) Ray Thurber asked me to give him a shot. Said he had potential. Hes got his own ways. If I see were not winning we might sit down and talk and make an adjustment. Hes doing real good. Hes 22 years old and in second place (kennel wins), which is real good. On his bond with owners of dogs that represent AJN Kennel: You can tell in how they handle theirself and their dogs that it will be a positive experience. In addition to time spent tending to kennel-related business, Watson delivers the ground beef used as feed to kennel compounds located in Pensacola and as far away as Monticello. He also has a lumber yard and sawmill located on his 15-acre farm, though he admits since the downturn in the economy he operates the mill mostly by appointment these days. Still, Watsons work week can approach 70 hours during Ebros live racing season that runs May through September. He also spends 11 weeks in Melbourne and races his dogs during the winter-spring meet in Sarasota. Watson currently has 80 greyhounds in his kennel, of which 60-65 are active and the other are young pups getting ready to race for the rst time. You can tell when a dog no longer is going to be competitive, he said. Then you got to get somebody else in their place. In doing so, Watson said he makes sure where his dogs wind up following the end of their racing careers. I pet them out, he said. I pick out where mine go. I know the people. I know theyre taken care of. In that sense, the kennel is in a state of yearly replenishment. New puppies are acclimated into racing a racing routine, while nonproductive and often older dogs get new homes. Watson said that a greyhounds career usually is capped when reaching age 5 or 6, and often well before then. Watson said he keeps three or four female greyhounds as broods to mate with male racing greyhounds. Hes of the opinion that the females genetics and racing history play the most prominent role in producing offspring that mature into topight performers. You have to keep blood lines spread out, know who crosses with who, he said. If the line is bred too tight it makes them act crazy. Watson has a working relationship with a kennel in Fort White where his puppies are trained for the racing life. Until then, he said, you cant determine which dogs will be productive. You dont know until they start training about 14 months old, he said. You dont know until they go around the track. Watson estimated his expenses at $6,000 per month in operating the kennel. His greyhounds have to deliver, nishing either rst, second or third in a race, to earn points by grade of race to add to the payoff kennel owners receive. The money bet during an entire racing program, either evening or matinee, goes into the pool as well as the handle bet on simulcast races aired at Ebro as well as a percentage of the take from the Poker Room. From the purse money AJN Kennel receives, Watson pays individual greyhound owners 35 percent by race, and 50 percent of money earned in stakes races. Ebro annually runs the Mega Morris Stakes each summer for greyhounds that break their maiden or win their rst of cial career race at the track. That is another carrot for Watson to start his puppies racing here. One reason is the Ebro Puppy Stakes, he said. If you start them here, they have a chance to compete in the Puppy Stakes, which usually is $5,000 to $7,500 payoff. In addition to compensating owners, Watson pays Suggs a weekly salary plus a $100 bonus based on points earned for top. A kennel helper and additional part-time workers can be on the payroll, and Watson covers the cost of all meat, meal, supplies and extended veterinary services not provided by the track veterinarian. Suggs was raised in the vicinity of Ebro Greyhound Park and attended Vernon High School before nishing his last two years at Freeport. He said that maintaining a daily routine in the kennel is important. It may vary by trainer, he said, as each has preferred ways of doing things. But repetition is important in helping the animals adapt and remain in a positive rhythm. AJN Kennel was coming off a strong month when Watson was interviewed for this series. He estimated a pro t of about $5,000 during that time. Soon afterward, AJN greyhounds won only three of the next 48 races held at the track, but that doesnt stop curious onlookers from asking the obvious question. Every time you walk around people, they ask me who is going to win, Watson said. You might be dealing with one-hundredth of a second (for a 5-16 mile race usually decided in about 31 seconds) but people think that all trainers know. Kennel owners and trainers do understand when dogs that have fared well in the past suddenly arent performing, however. At times, injury or illness can be the culprit. You might take him off and give him a rest, Watson added. And when they see other dogs going to the races without them it can put the desire back in them to race. Watson said that he was en route to Hollywood, Fla., in October 2010 when he received the phone call on the day that forever changed how the kennels in the compound at Ebro were scrutinized. The bodies of 34 decomposed greyhounds were found dead of starvation during the offseason in one of the kennels, long after the racing meet had concluded. Watson said that initially he couldnt believe the news. I never thought that would happen here, he said solemnly. As a result, Ebro Greyhound Park has changed its operational procedures to ensure that it never does. Assistant manager Mark Hess explained that the track altered its policies to exceed state regulations and to emphasize were doing everything we possibly can to make sure that never happens again. Now anytime there is a racing greyhound in our facility we have 24-hour security, Hess said. We know the comings and goings from a log-in sheet kept in the guardhouse. Thats the major changes that we did in addition to weekly and random checks. Five of the abused animals were able to be saved, Hess said. They were rehabilitated and adopted as pets. Part III: AJN Sweet Smoke breaks his maiden and charges up the ranks to make his Grade A debut against some of the best greyhounds at the track.You dont know until they go around the track Mexican Restaurant Wednesday, August 8, 2012 Page 7 SHERIIROWN F FREE FISH FRY DOG DAYS OF SUMMER: PART 2 ANDREW WARDLOW | The News HeraldJoe Watson takes a break from his schedule inside Kennel No. 5 in the compound at Ebro Greyhound Park.
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July 26 through Aug. 10: Holmes Avenue from McGee Street to State Road 79 July 30 through Aug. 13: A portion of Red Bird Road to McGee Street Aug. 13-23: McGee Street from Holmes Avenue to SR 79 Aug. 14 through Sept. 4: A portion of Cotton Street to Indiana Avenue; and Indiana Avenue from Cotton Street almost to Tracy Street Aug. 24 through Sept. 15: Crawford Street from Son-In-Law Road to Allison Avenue Sept. 5-11: Indiana Avenue from Tracy Street to Waukesha Street Sept. 12-19: A portion of Minnesota Avenue to Tracy Street and a side street from Tracy Street to Montana Avenue Sept. 12 through Nov. 9: Iowa Avenue from Tracy Street to Etheridge Street; Etheridge Street; Pennsylvania Avenue from Midway Street to Waukesha Street; and Evans from Etheridge to Waukesha Street Sept. 16-18: Weeks Street from Caldwell Avenue almost to Brock Avenue Sept. 19-21: Byrd Avenue from Waukesha Street to Oklahoma Street Sept. 22-28: Oklahoma Street from Highway 90 to Hill Circle Sept. 29 through Oct. 8: Varner Street; and Moore Avenue from Varner Street halfway to Weeks Street Oct. 6 through Nov. 29: Highway 90 from Stewart Street to McGee Street Nov. 11-26: Virginia Avenue from Oklahoma Street to Varner Street Nov. 27 through Jan. 30: Waukesha Street from North Avenue to Virginia Avenue; and North Avenue from Waukesha Street to Oklahoma Nov. 30 through Jan. 20: SR 79 from McKinnon Avenue to Clifford StreetShay McCormick Bonifay Holmes County School Board District 4 Non-partisan race Running for political of ce to make a difference has always been a desire of mine. Having been married to a veteran teacher of 29 years, I know the dif culties they face on a daily basis to maintain a conducive learning environment. The state and federal government continue to hand down more and more red tape with less and less funding to do the job. I will genuinely give my time and experience to make a difference in our school system. I rmly believe this position needs a person that has business and community service experience with proven leadership abilities. I have 38 years experience in business and ownership of a business. I have given countless hours of community service to Holmes County serving on many boards of directors. I also have been involved in numerous charitable and civic activities. We must continue to equip and support the excellent teachers and administration in this county. Our childrens education is a top priority for me if elected to the school board. This is my rst run at a political of ce. Politics have always interest me and would greatly appreciate the opportunity to serve on the Holmes County School Board. I have not served in the military. One of the biggest challenges the school system faces is continued budget short falls. As we all know the economy continues to suffer both at the state and federal levels. I believe we would fooling ourselves to think that budget cuts will not continue to decline from both the state and federal levels. We must work closely with both our Governor and Legislators to protect the tax dollars that our education system needs and deserves. This county cannot afford teacher layoffs, less staffing and less money to operate and educate our children. Therefore, my promise to the citizens of Holmes County is, I will work hard and tirelessly for you. You will have a presence both at the local level as well as in Tallahassee to protect what I believe is the finest school system in the state. I want the ne citizens of Holmes County to know that if elected on August 14th, for Holmes County School Board Member District 4, I, Shay McCormick will use my proven work ethics and proven leadership abilities to serve you proudly. I will be in your schools and will listen to the needs of our teachers. I will be in Tallahassee working hard to be sure we get every dollar available to us to continue to improve an already great school system. A chance to serve you proudly is all I ask. Please vote for Shay McCormick on August 14. Thank you.Dates for upcoming street work for Bonifay released CANDIDATE PROFILE SHAY McCORMICK
Elect KyleI will appreciate your vote in the August Primary Early Voting August 4th-11th Election Day August 14th Pd. Pol.Adv. paid for and approved by Kyle Hudson, Dem. Holmes Co. Clerk of Court Lifetime public servant Administration Fiscally Responsible dependable , and courteous service Fire department to hold Meet & GreetWESTVILLE There will be a Meet & Greet the Candidates on Friday, Aug. 10, at Pine Log Volunteer Fire Department. The event will begin at 6 p.m., with a silent cake auction ending at 7 p.m. Hamburger, hot dog or sausage plates will be for sale for $5. Come out and support your local re department at 1652 Highway 81 in Westville.Jerusalem Missionary Back to School Pep RallyCHIPLEY Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church will have a Back to School Pep Rally from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 11. They will be giving kids free school supplies, and free haircuts will be provided. There will also be free food for the kids and motivational speeches to prepare them for the school year. For more information, call Chester Campbell at 373-7090.Quarterly HCHS Alumni LuncheonBONIFAY The Quarterly Holmes County High School Alumni Luncheon will be at 11:30 a.m. Aug. 14 at Scotts Restaurant (Formerly Simbos) in Bonifay. All alumni, former students and faculty are invited to attend.Washington County Farm Bureau meetingCHIPLEY The annual meeting of the Washington County Farm Bureau is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Aug. 16. A brief business meeting and a performance by PeeWee Johns and Band will follow dinner. Washington County Farm Bureau members will not want to miss this evening of food, fun and fellowship. Members are encouraged to con rm their attendance by notifying the Farm Bureau Of ce at 638-1756 no later than noon Aug. 13. INDEXSociety .................................B2 Faith ....................................B4 Obituaries ............................B5 Classi eds ............................B7 PHOTOS BY RANDAL SEYLER | The NewsU.S. Rep. Steve Southerland of Panama City, center, holds the possum he won in Saturdays Possum Auction at the 43rd annual Possum Festival in Wausau, while festival chairman Joe Tharp, left, and auctioneer David Corbin look on. The festival began Friday with the annual Possum King and Queen contest. At right, a pair of Glenn Hess supporters gets into the possum spirit during the Wausau Possum Festival on Saturday.POSSUMS &Above, Possum King Joseph Goodman wrangles a possum during Saturdays Possum Auction. Right, from top, Miss Tiny Baby Fun Day Havynn Mathis waves at the crowd during the Possum Parade on Saturday. Havynn won her title during the 2012 Miss Fun Day Pageant in Wausau on July 28. The pageant is a precursor to the annual possum festivities. Kayla Rudd, left, 2012 Miss Teen Fun Day, waves to the crowd during the parade. Mr. Fun Day King Bentley Locke mulls sharing his candy during Saturdays parade. 2012 Miss Watermelon Olivia Guettler was one of several local beauty queens on hand for the Possum Festival. At right, festival chairman Joe Tharp, left, recognizes Harley Toole as the winner of the cornpone contest at Saturdays Fun Day activities. Washington, Holmes at a glance Washington County News Holmes County Times-AdvertiserWednesday, AUGUST 8 2012 BPAGE 1Section
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Plush....................$2055012 x 20Multi Color Comm.......................$16990carpettilemarianna.com Moody wins Mr. Photogenic Brantley Garret Moody, son of Kimberly and Garret Moody of Wausau, recently earned the title of Mr. Photogenic in the Possum Festivals Little Queen & King Pageant. Brantley is 10 months old and enjoys spending time with his family. He loves ravioli and taters and visiting with his Aunt Taylor. Brantleys parents are very proud of him and would like to congratulate the winners and the runners-up. Special to ExtraBONIFAY As local health departments nationwide strive to protect the public from infectious diseases, bioterrorism, natural disasters and other public health threats, the National Association of County and City Health Of cials has recognized the Holmes and Washington county health departments for their ability to respond to public health emergencies. Working independently of each other, the Holmes and Washington health departments met the comprehensive preparedness benchmarks required to be recognized by Project Public Health Ready, a unique partnership between NACCHO and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Holmes and Washington health departments join a cohort of almost 300 local health departments across the country that have distinguished their agencies preparedness efforts through PPHR. We are proud to have been recognized by Project Public Health Ready for our high level of preparedness, said Rick Davis, administrator for both health departments. We will continue to improve our ability to quickly and effectively respond to any public health crisis for both counties. NACCHO commends Holmes and Washington health departments for being a model of public health emergency preparedness, said Robert Pestronk, executive director of NACCHO. The public health system is making great strides thanks to the good work of leaders in local public health preparedness such as Holmes and Washington health departments. Local health departments recognized by PPHR undergo a rigorous evaluation by peer review. PPHR required both health department to meet a set of national standards for public health preparedness in three key areas: preparedness planning, workforce competency and demonstration of all-hazards readiness through exercises or a response to a real event. PPHR recognition con rmed that both area departments have a thorough and coordinated emergency response plan in place, that agency staff members are trained and that the agency exercises the plan and uses it during public health emergencies. The mission of NACCHO is to be a leader, partner, catalyst and voice for local health departments in order to ensure the conditions that promote health and equity, combat disease and improve the quality and length of all lives. Clarks celebrate golden anniversaryA reception honoring Bill and Annette Clark as they celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary will be 2-4 p.m. Aug. 18, at the Student Ministries Building, 1300 South Blvd., First Baptist Church, Chipley. They are the parents of John Clark and Katherine Moat, who are hosting the reception. No gifts are necessary. Those who wish may make a donation in our parents name to the Florida Baptist Childrens Homes.Special to ExtraTALLAHASSEE Florida Department of Education Commissioner Gerard Robinson submitted a letter of resignation on June 31 to Gov. Rick Scott and State Board of Education Chairman Kathleen Shanahan. Robinson has served as head of one of the countrys largest state school systems since August 2011. Under his leadership, Floridas school system has realized some major milestones, including raising achievement levels for the rst time in a decade, obtaining a provisional exibility waiver from the U.S. Department of Education from the Elementary and Secondary Education Act one of the rst 11 states to receive noti cation and earning national recognition for accomplishments from early childhood learning to the Florida College System. The board is extremely grateful for Gerards leadership this past year, Shanahan said. He has worked with the board as we have raised standards for our students and our schools. He is a leader who embodies and understands the importance of education reform. We wish him the best as he makes the decision that is best for his own young children. Shanahan said the board will be working closely with the governor to identify a replacement. Robinsons resignation will be effective Aug. 31.Smiths 50th anniversaryIn honor of the 50th wedding anniversary of Lowell and Ernestine Smith, their children and grandchildren request the pleasure of your company on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2012, from 2-4 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Bonifay Fellowship Hall, 311 N. Waukesha St., Bonifay. No gifts, please.Washington County back-to-school shots to be Aug. 11 CORRECTION POLICYIt is the Policy of the Washington County News and the Holmes County Times-Advertiser to correct all errors that appear in news stories. If you wish to report an error or clarify a story, call 638-0212 or email news@chipleypaper.com. David and Angela Hanes are the parents of Timra Deanne Hanes. Timra was a 2010 graduate of Ponce de Leon High School. Davids name and the graduation year were incorrect in the Aug. 1 edition of the Holmes County Times-Advertiser. Happy ANNIVERSARY CongratulationsSpecial to the NewsWASHINGTON COUNTY We all need immunizations (also called vaccines or shots) to help protect us from serious diseases. To help keep our community safe, the Washington County Health Department is proudly participating in National Immunization Awareness Month. Shots can prevent infectious diseases like measles, diphtheria and rubella. But people in the U.S. still die from these and other vaccine-preventable diseases. Its important to know which shots you need and when to get them. Now is the time to make sure your children are up-to-date on their back-toschool immunizations. WCHD will be giving immunizations for school children from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 11, at the Northwest Florida Community Hospital Back to School Fair. Immunizations also are given Monday through Friday at WCHD. Get your shots now, before school starts, said Susan Miller, WCHD immunization nurse. Upto-date immunizations are a requirement for attendance at school. The Vaccine for Children program provides the required immunizations at no charge to you. Everyone age 6 months and older needs a seasonal u shot every year. Other shots work best when they are given at certain ages. Here are some general guidelines: Children need a series of shots from birth to age 6; pre-teens need recommended shots at age 11 or 12; and all adults need a booster shot every 10 years to help protect against tetanus and diphtheria. Talk to your doctor or nurse to nd out which immunizations you need. For more information, call WCHD at 638-6240. Holmes, Washington health departments recognizedFlorida education commissioner to resign
Wednesday, August 8, 2012 ExtraWashington County News | Holmes County Times-Advertiser | B3 THG-11909 This week Dr. Dorothy Black, clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (CVM), discusses some common over-thecounter and prescription medications that are toxic to pets. Many homes have these medications, and it can be surprisingly easy for pets to get a hold of them, Black said. Whether pets open bottles, chew on tubes, lick topical medication or just pick up dropped pills off the oor, these medications pose particularly dangerous threats. Even the most common over-the-counter medications can be dangerous. Non-steroidal anti-in ammatories, NSAIDs, such as naproxen, ibuprofen, acetaminophen and aspirin, can be highly toxic to dogs and cats. These human medications can have profound effects on the gastrointestinal tract, kidneys, liver and hemoglobin in red blood cells. Unfortunately, there is no speci c antidote, and an overdose often requires hospitalization and supportive care. Most cases of NSAID toxicity have a prognosis of good to guarded depending on clinical signs. It is best not to give any NSAIDs to pets, unless under the direct supervision of your veterinarian, Black said. And keep medications out of the reach of pets. Pets are naturally drawn to objects that we touch often and pill bottles are regularly handled, so they carry our scent. We typically use terms of excellent, good, fair, guarded and grave to give odds of survival in these types of cases. Excellent indicates we have little doubt that, with appropriate care (typically very minimal care), their pet will return to normal function, Black said. Guarded prognoses usually have a ftyfty chance for survival with aggressive treatment, and the pet may not recover to 100 percent of what they were before poisoning. Without treatment the pet is likely to die. Vitamin D analogs, which are used topically to treat psoriasis, also top Blacks list of toxic medicines. If pets lick the product off the skin, kidney failure could occur. Signs of poisoning are vomiting, diarrhea and increased urination and drinking. As with NSAIDs, there is no antidote. If the pet is decontaminated before clinical signs emerge, the prognosis is good. However, if clinical signs occur, the prognosis is guarded. The topical medications are particularly alarming, because if your pet licks the application site on your body, they can unintentionally ingest the medication, Black said. Many people dont realize the danger that poses to pets. Medications containing progesterone, such as birth control pills and some topical cancer medications, are also dangerous. If ingested in large quantities, these medications can lead to bone marrow toxicity and seizures. Since there is no antidote for progesterone poisoning, supportive care is the only treatment option if clinical signs are presented, and at that point the prognosis is guarded. Amphetamines, which are commonly used to treat Attention De cit Disorder (ADD) can also have alarming effects on pets. If ingested by cats or dogs, amphetamines can cause hyperactivity, aggressive behavior, vocalization, elevated body temperature, heart arrhythmias tremors, and seizures. Although supportive care is usually successful, high-dose intoxications carry a guarded prognosis. It should be noted that supportive care can lead to successful recovery, but it is rather expensive and can force some pet owners to make tough decisions, Black said. This is one of those times that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Its best to protect your pets from the outset. Keep medications contained and beware of topical applications.ABOUT PET TALKPet Talk is a service of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University. Stories can be viewed on the Web at vetmed.tamu.edu/pet-talk. Suggestions for future topics may be directed to cvmtoday@cvm.tamu.edu.by CATHRINE LAMB638-0212 | @catspitstop clamb@chipleypaper.com CHIPLEY The local craft group Krafty Katz made a trip to Scared Heart Childrens Hospital in Pensacola July 30 to deliver blankets to the children in the NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit), PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit), the Infant and Toddlers Unit and the School Age Unit. The group, consisting of Vicki Lamb, Linda Bybee and Cathrine Lamb, took more than 50 blankets, six journals and three hats to the children. The blankets were split between all of the units, the journals went to the school age unit for the children to keep a written statement of their day-to-day life as they are in the hospital, and the hats were given to the oncology unit. Marina Holley, foundation development coordinator for Scared Heart, gave the group a tour of the different units. Children as they about to be released from Scared Heart Childrens Hospital are given the opportunity to paint a ceiling tile to be placed of the ceiling. These tiles are placed on the ceiling in the hallways so the children have something to look at as they go for procedures. Marina showed the ladies the new Healing Garden that was just opened in March 2012. This is an outside area that has been built between to wings of the hospital to allow patients to get fresh air and do physical therapy without being around other people, which would put the children with immune disorders at risk for becoming sicker. Linda and Cathrine, the two members that were able to make the trip, were in the company of Vicki Kirkland, the Walmart fundraising coordinator. The Scared Heart Childrens Hospital is located in Pensacola. The hospital is the only pediatric hospital providing care to children regardless of ability to pay in Northwest Florida. SHCH is currently serving children from Northwest Florida and south Alabama. The state-of-the-art hospital boasts 106-beds for children, with 55 of those beds being in the NICU. The hospital has been designated by the state of Florida as the only pediatric trauma referral center in Northwest Florida. Scared Heart Childrens Hospital is the areas only Level III NICU. The nurses and doctors are on standby to take care of and treat these critically ill children and to take care of any problems that come up from these babies being sick and/or premature. SHCH also boasts the areas only PICU. The PICU is a 10-bed unit where they take care of the most critically ill or injured children. There are 50 other beds outside of the NICU and PICU for sick children or for those children who have cancer. The hospital has a oneroom school, where children can complete their school work so they do not fall behind. There is also an age-appropriate playroom in each of the units, so the children may interact with one another if they are able to. The Scared Heart Childrens Hospital provides pediatric physicians who specialize in the following areas: cardiology; critical care; emergency; gastroenterology; general surgery; hematology/oncology; nephrology; neurology; neurosurgery; orthopedics; otolaryngology; pulmonology; rheumatology; surgery and urology. The hospital also offers the following outpatient services with a pediatric specialists: dental clinic; ambulatory care center, emergency department; Nemours Childrens Clinic; Developmental Evaluation and Early Intervention Program, and a dialysis unit. They also have a Miracle Camp for children with chronic illnesses. For more information about the Scared Heart Foundation, call 416-4660. The Krafty Katz will be making another trip sometime between Thanksgiving and Christmas. If you would like to donate material (cotton, eece or annel), sheets (the group uses these for the backs of the blankets), hats (for the children on the oncology unit) or anything else you may wish to send to the units. The group will also take any new or gently used blankets to the hospital. For more information, please call Vicki Lamb, Krafty Katz member, at 638-1483 or 326-3319. PET TALKHuman medicines can be poison to pets SPECIAL TO EXTRATop left: Statue at the entrance of Scared Heart Childrens Hospital. Top right: (Left to right) Vicki Kirkland, Walmart fundraising coordinator, and Linda Bybee and Cathrine Lamb, Krafty Katz members, present blankets to Marina Holley, foundation development coordinator at Scared Heart. Bottom left: Tiles painted by former patients at Scared Heart Childrens Hospital lining the ceiling in the hallways.Local crafters donate blankets to NICU
FAITH BSectionwww.bonifaynow.com | www.chipleypaper.com But when the holy Spirit comes upon you, you will be lled with power, and you will be my witnesses... Place your message here for only $8.00 per week.First Baptist Churchcome as you areMike Orr, Pastor1300 South Blvd. PO Box 643 Chipley, Florida (850) 638-1830Place your message here for only $8.00 per week.Let Go of HateHatred and anger are like hot coals, and if you pick them up to hurl them at your enemies you are sure to get burned. All wisdom counsels us to let go of hatred, and tells us moreover that hatred cannot be overcome by hatred. Only love can conquer hate. The Bible tells us to renounce hatred almost as often as it tells us positively to love. Consider the 23rd chapter of Deuteronomy, where God tells the Israelites Do not despise an Edomite, for the Edomites are related to you. Do not despise an Egyptian, because you resided as foreigners in their country. (Deuteronomy 23: 7) Throughout the Old Testament, the are told simply that they must have the law of love and mercy written on their hearts. After all is said and done, God cares less for the strict adherence to the letter of the law than to following the spirit of the law, which is love. When in doubt about making a response to someone, we should consider choosing a loving comment.BROWN FUNERAL HOME1068 Main Street, Chipley638-4010 Washington County News Holmes County Times-Advertiser This Message Courtesy ofHatred stirs up wrongs. Rev. James L. Snyder It is funny where you pick up an idea. I know I was not born with a truck full of ideas like some people. Take, for example, the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage. She has more ideas than you can shake a stick at, and, believe me, I have shaken many a stick at her, behind her back, of course. I have to scrape around for an idea, and then when I do nd one I am so exhausted from the search that I am not sure what to do with it. Then an idea comes looking for me. That is a strange phenomenon. I was watching the news with my wife when we heard the lead story of the day about the Chickl-A Appreciation Day. Im not sure I know all the political ins and outs of that sort of thing. Everything seems to have some kind of political overtone to it these days. What was once a matter of morality has become a matter of policy. Politics have invaded every aspect of our life, and I am so looking forward to heaven where, someone told me and I cannot reveal the source (but the word is out), there are no politics in heaven. Whenever you have an opportunity to go out and buy some chicken, I say take it. It was not hard to convince my better half to go out for supper. We do not do it too much anymore. What, with the traf c and the nances, it hardly seems worthwhile. That is why I always brag about my wifes cooking. Oh, boy, I will say after a meal, you cant get anything this good at some restaurant. She smiles, but I suspect she knows what I am saying. Well, we did try to go to Chickl-A, but we could not get within 17 blocks of it. It seems everybody and their third cousin was out getting chicken for supper. Oh well, you cannot participate in everything, but at least we tried. As we circled the block for the 19th time, the idea came to me. If we can have a Chickl-A Appreciation Day because the head of the company said he believed in some traditional values, then why cant I? I believe in everything traditional. I am the most traditional person you will ever meet. Before there was a me, there was not much that was traditional. I go back so far I can remember when dirt was clean. I want the whole world to know that I believe in tradition, and I am not just ddling on the roof. I know it is oldfashioned, but I believe in the Bible. If it is in the Bible, I believe it, although I must confess I do not understand everything in the Bible. But then, nobody understands everything in their world. The smartest person knows he does not know everything. I built my life upon the values stressed in the Bible and I take it as the Word of God. I believe in singing hymns in church. Most people in America have never heard a hymn let alone sang one in a congregational setting. If you would go to the average person on the street corner and ask what their favorite hymn was they would not know what you are talking about. I know tradition is old-fashioned, but I still embrace it. If it is traditional, I probably believe it. Some people believe that if it is new, it is okay, and if it is old, throw it away. Experience teaches us that it is the exact opposite. Take medicine for example. Sure, many people have bene ted from modern advancements in medicine. I appreciate every advancement. But then, if medicine has made such in-roads into our culture, why are more and more people sick? Why are the hospitals full and over owing? Why are there not enough doctors to take care of all of the sick? I am thankful for what medicine has done, but for every cure it achieves, three more diseases pop up sticking out their tongue. Yes, I believe in tradition. Most people are traditional in many areas of their life. Do you realize that it was traditional for your great, great, greatgrandfather to drink water? It was traditional for your great, great, greatgrandfather to go to sleep at night, to get up in the morning? And the list goes on and on. Those things, which are traditional, are those things that have endured the wearing element of time. In light of all of this traditional head-wagging, I want to propose another appreciation day. This coming Sunday, I declare it to be Local Church Appreciation Day. Everybody who believes in traditional values will show up at the church of their choice and make their vote count. I know it will be a shock, and we run the danger that many church ceilings will cave in, but I think it is worth the risk. Of course, there is the possibility that when many pastors see their sanctuary lled with people they will pass out in sheer shock. In the meantime, I am going to stick to what the Bible says here regardless of what happens. In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus to you-ward (1 Thessalonians 5:18 KJV). Every Sunday should be local Church Appreciation Day. Rev. James L. Snyder is pastor of the Family of God Fellowship, PO Box 831313, Ocala, FL 34483. He lives with his wife, Martha, in Silver Springs Shores. Call him at 1-866-552-2543 or e-mail jamessnyder2@att. net His web site is www. jamessnyderministries. com Mount Zion Independent Baptist Church will be having a mullet sh fry fundraiser. It will be held on from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11, dine-in or carryout. The plates will be $7 and will consist of fresh mullet, coleslaw, baked beans, hushpuppies, cake and tea. A cake auction will be held at 6 p.m. All political candidates are welcome to attend and will be given a chance to speak after the cake auction. This fundraiser will go toward the church building fund. The church is located at 3205 Hwy 2 in Esto, one mile west of Hwy 79. Otter Creek Revival set Revival Services at Otter Creek Methodist Church will be held at 7 p.m. on Aug. 12-17 (Sunday Friday). The Rev. Gary Gibben, from Panama City, will be the guest speaker. Homecoming is Sunday, Aug. 19. The church is located four miles north of Ponce de Leon off Highway 81. Everyone is invited to attend these services. Shady Grove Baptist Church homecoming BONIFAY Shady Grove Baptist Church will be holding homecoming services starting at 10:30 a.m., on Aug. 19. Charlie Hinson will be the speaker, and he will also be singing. Lunch will be served in the fellowship hall after the service. The church is located at 1955 Highway 177-A. New Life Fellowship Assembly of God Womens ConferenceCHIPLEY New Life Fellowship Assembly of God presents Daughters of Destiny: A Womens Conference. There will be four sessions: the rst session will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 23, the second session will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24, and third session at 9 a.m. and the fourth session at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 25. The guest speaker will be Diane Coleman, and conference host Sherri Evans will also be speaking. Conference worship leader is Tiffane Raulerson. Early bird registration is $30. Registration at the conference is $40. Contact church of ce to inquire about area hotel discounts for the conference. The church is located at 695 5th St. in Chipley. For more information, call the church of ce at 638-1134, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m Monday through Thursday. Library hours Wausau Library Monday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday: 1-6 p.m. Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 1-6 p.m. Friday: Closed Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed Holmes County Library (Bonifay) Monday: Closed Tuesday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. to noon Sunday: Closed Washington County Library (Chipley) Monday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed Vernon Library Monday: Closed Tuesday: 1-6 p.m. Wednesday: 1-6 p.m. Thursday: Closed Friday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed Sunny Hills Library Monday: 1-6 p.m. Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 1-6 p.m. Thursday: Closed Friday: Closed Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed MONDAY 10 a.m. to noon: Holmes Council on Aging provides bingo, exercise, games, activities, hot meals and socialization. 11 a.m.: Washington Council on Aging (Chipley) senior lunches; for reservations, call 638-6217. Donations accepted. 6 p.m.: Writers Group meets the rst Monday each month (unless a holiday) at 6:00 at the Chipley library 6-7:30 p.m.: Salvation Army Domestic Violence and Rape Crisis Program (SADVP) hosts a domestic violence support group at the SADVP Rural Outreach of ce, 1461 S. Railroad Ave., Apartment 1, in Chipley. Call Emma or Jess at 415-5999. TUESDAY 8 to 10 a.m.: Church Fellowship Breakfasts at Around the Corner Grill. Breakfast provided. All denominations welcome. 10 a.m. to noon: Holmes Council on Aging provides hot meals and socialization. 11 a.m.: Washington Council on Aging (Chipley) senior lunches; for reservations, call 638-6217. Donations accepted. Noon: Chipley Kiwanis Club meeting. Noon: Alcoholics Anonymous open meeting, New Life Assembly Fellowship Hall, Chipley. 5 p.m.: BINGO at St. Joseph Catholic Church games start at 6:25 p.m. Call Peg Russ at 638-451 6 p.m.: Holmes County Commission meets second Tuesdays. 7 p.m.: Narcotics Anonymous meeting, Blessed Trinity Catholic Church on County Road 177A WEDNESDAY 10 a.m. to noon: Holmes Council on Aging provides hot meals and socialization. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: The Vernon Historical Society Museum is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meetings are fourth Wednesdays at 2 p.m. 11 a.m.: Washington Council on Aging (Chipley) senior lunches; for reservations, call 638-6217. Donations accepted. 1 p.m.: Line dancing, Washington Council on Aging in Chipley. 7 p.m.: Depression and Bipolar Support Group meets at First Baptist Church educational annex building in Bonifay. Call 547-4397. THURSDAY 7:30 a.m.: Washington County Chamber of Commerce breakfast every third Thursday 9 a.m. 12 p.m.: Amazing Grace Church USDA Food Distribution every third Thursday. (Holmes County Residents Only) 9 a.m. 3 p.m. Money Sense at Goodwill Career Training Center; call 6380093; every third Thursday 10 a.m. to noon: Holmes Council on Aging provides hot meals and socialization. 10:30 a.m.: Chipley Library preschool story time. 11 a.m.: Washington Council on Aging (Chipley) senior lunches; for reservations, call 638-6217. Donations accepted. 11 a.m.: Care Givers Support group meets third Thursdays at the First Presbyterian Church at 4437 Clinton St. in Marianna. Noon: Alcoholics Anonymous open meeting at New Life Assembly Fellowship Hall, Chipley. 6 p.m.: TOPS meets at 7 p.m. with weigh in at 6 p.m. at Mt. Olive Baptist Church 6 p.m.: The Holmes County Historical Society meets rst Thursdays at 6 p.m. The public is invited to attend. 6:30 p.m.: T.O.P.S. Mt. Olive Baptist Church on State Road 79 North. 7 p.m.: Narcotics Anonymous meeting, Blessed Trinity Catholic Church on County Road 177A FRIDAY 10 a.m. to noon: Homes Council on Aging provides bingo, exercise, games, activities, hot meals and socialization. 11 a.m.: Washington Council on Aging (Chipley) senior lunches; for reservations, call 638-6217. Donations accepted. 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: On third Fridays, Washington County Council on Aging (Chipley) will have a plate lunch available to anyone as a fundraiser for our local senior citizens. Plates are $6. Must make reservation at 638-6216 or 638-6217. 3:30: Bead Class every second Friday at LaurdenDavis Art Gallery call 703-0347 6-8 p.m.: Mariannas Gathering Place Foundation has a gettogether for 50+ senior singles, widowed or divorced on last Fridays at Winn Dixie in Marianna. Come join the fun for games, prizes and snacks while you get your shopping done. For more information, call 526-4561. 8 p.m.: Alcoholics Anonymous open meeting at Chipley Presbyterian Church. SUNDAY 8 p.m.: Alcoholics Anonymous meeting in the board room at GracevilleCampbellton Hospital in Graceville. COMMUNITY CALENDARPage 4 Wednesday, August 8, 2012Local Church Appreciation Day announced for SundayChurch plans mullet sh fry Faith BRIEFS
Wednesday, August 8, 2012 ExtraWashington County News | Holmes County Times-Advertiser | B5James E. Potter, 85, of Vernon, passed away Wednesday, July 25, in the Bay Medical Center in Panama City. He was a native and life long resident of Washington County and a member of the Church of God by Faith in Vernon. Survivors include his children, Mable Patterson (Sammy) of Graceville, Cassaline Davis (Rickey), Gene Potter, Creal Potter, Daniel Potter (Dorothy) all of Vernon, and Ted Potter (Helen) of Orlando; and many grandchildren and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 4, at the Church of God by Faith in Vernon, with Elder Theodore Powell and the Rev. Thedora Chamberlain, of ciating. Interment will followed in Sylvania Cemetery in Vernon with Cooper Funeral Homes of Chipley directing. The remains lied in repose at the church one hour prior to services.James E. Potter Upload your Legacy guest book photos now for FREE! With your paid obituary, family and friends will now have unlimited access to uploaded photos free of charge. Find Obituaries. Share Condolences.Celebrate a Life. On the IMPROVED obituary section ofwww.chipleypaper.com or bonifaynow.com, you can: More easily search the most timely and complete online resource for newspaper obituaries View and sign the new online Guest Books Online access will also allow you to attach a candle to your love ones name along with your message. In partnership withLegacy.com Find obituaries, share condolences and celebrate a life at www.chipleypaper.com or bonifaynow.com For further information or questions call 638-0212 ObituariesJames (Jimmy) Miles Everett, 67, of Vernon, passed away Friday, July 27, 2012, at Northwest Florida Community Hospital. Mr. Everett was born Sept. 11, 1944, in Panama City to Mr. Henry Lloyd and Flossie (Powell) Everett. Mr. Everett was of the Pentecostal Faith and a member of Wausau Pentecostal Holiness Church. He was an airconditioner repairman. Survivors include his wife, Phyllis Everett, of Vernon; one son, Raymond Everett and wife, Donna, of Covington, La.; one brother, Lloyd Franklin Everett of Panama City; two sisters, Catherine Kirkland of Wausau, and Vivian Harden of Chipley; and two grandchildren, Katlyn Everett and Kaycee Everett and his loving pet Kelli. Funeral services were Monday, July 30, 2012, at 3 p.m. at Wausau Pentecostal Holiness Church with the Revs. James Barwick, Roger Dale Hagan and Ernie Gray of ciating. Interment followed at Wausau Memorial Garden Cemetery with Brown Funeral Home directing. Family received friends Sunday, July 29, 2012, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Brown Funeral Home Brickyard Road Chapel. Friends and family may sign the online register at www.brownfh.net.James M. EverettJohn Elton Worthington, 68, of Caryville, died on Monday, July 30, 2012, at his residence in Hinson Crossroads Community of Caryville. Born Thursday, Oct. 28, 1943, in Washington County, he was the son of the late Amos Quincy Worthington and Iris D. Lee Worthington. He was a member of the Vernon Masonic Lodge No. 164, Alabama Electric AEC for eight years, West Florida Electric WFEC for 27 years, Florida Electric Coop for ve years He is survived by his wife, Linda Everett Worthington; a son, John N. Worthington and wife, Tanya, of Caryville; sister, Phala Jenkins and husband, Herman, of Panama City; a grandson, Quincy Allen Worthington; one niece, Felicsa Sims and husband, Tom of Panama City; one nephew, Jim Jenkins of Panama City; two aunts, Theresa Duke and husband, Aaron of Caryville, and Trudell Worthington of Vernon. A funeral service was held at 3 p.m. on Thursday at Pleasant Grove Methodist Church with the Revs. Ike Steverson Larry Justice and Bill Rhimes of ciating. Entombment was in Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Caryville, with Sims Funeral Home directing.John E. Worthington JOHN E. WORTHINGTONMrs. Eleanor Christine Brock Howell, age 88, of Vernon, passed away Aug. 2, 2012, at Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley. She was born May 19, 1924, in Vernon to the late Harry J. Brock and Mary Vivian Miller Brock. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Howell was preceded in death by her husbands, Frank McDade and Mitchell Brown Howell; two daughters, Janis June Arrant and an infant daughter; one grandson, Jerry Frank McDade; one daughter-inlaw, Peggy McDade; and three brothers, Joseph Edward Brock, Doyle Evelyn Brock and Harry Julian Brock. Mrs. Howell is survived by her four children, Mary Neta Lee and husband Charles, Jerry Red McDade, Judy Christine Hall and husband, John, and Randy Mitchell Howell and wife, Belinda, all of Vernon; one sister, Nella Vivian Miller and husband, James William, of Vernon; 14 grandchildren, 18 greatgrandchildren and ve great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 3 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 4, 2012, at Ebenezer Church with the Revs. Randy Howell and Leon Jenkins of ciating. Interment followed in Ebenezer Church Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay directing. Family received friends one hour prior to service at Ebenezer Church.Eleanor C. HowellWarren Calvin Golden, age 89, of Graceville passed away on Sunday, July 29, 2012, at Campbellton-Graceville Hospital. He was born Feb. 13, 1923, the son of Walter A. and Loraine Golden. Mr. Golden served his country in the United Stated Air Force. He earned a living as a farmer. Mr. Golden is preceded in death by his parents, Walter A. Golden and Loraine Golden; four brothers and four sisters. Mr. Golden is survived by his wife, Nettie Golden; two step-sons, Walter Watts and his wife, Sharon, and Larry Watts; six stepgrandchildren, several step-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. The family received friends on Monday, July 30, 2012, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Williams Funeral Homes Chapel in Graceville. Services were held Tuesday, July 31, 2012, at 10 a.m. at Williams Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Ernie Gray of ciating. Interment followed at Damascus Church Cemetery in Graceville. Williams funeral Home of Graceville is in charge of arrangements.Warren C. GoldenMrs. Harriet Nolia Pitts Mims, age 84, of Bonifay, passed away July 30, 2012, at her home. She was born Jan. 25, 1928, in Bonifay to the late James Wilburn Pitts and Malinda Luada Forehand Pitts. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Mims was preceded in death by her husband, Wilburn Mims; two brothers, the Rev. Neil Pitts and Cecil Pitts; nad two sisters, Autna Richards and Derlie Pitts. Mrs. Mims is survived by two daughters, Phyllis Mims Harcus of Bonifay, and Jessica Meintel and husband, Matthew, of Bonifay; one son, Greg Mims of Ala.; ve grandchildren, Skylar Mims, Allison Decastro, Nikki Gill, Shane Howell, and Brian Howell; two great-grandchildren, Alex Meintel and Tai Meintel. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Friday, Aug. 3, 2012, at Bonifay First Assembly of God Church with the Rev. John Chance of ciating. Interment followed in Bonifay Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay directing. Family received friends from 5 to 7 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 2, 2012, at Peel Funeral Home.Harriet N. MimsMrs. Kathleen Johnson Dozier, age 71, of Westville, passed away Aug. 1, 2012, at her home. She was born Dec. 19, 1940, in Holmes County, to the late Stratten Buddy Johnson and Amanda Elizabeth Kirkland Johnson. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Dozier was preceded in death by two brothers, Stratten Junior Johnson and Jerry Johnson; one sister, Katie Yates, and two grandchildren, Ashley King and Joshua Sprinkle. Mrs. Dozier is survived by her husband, Alton Dozier, of Westville; one son, Robert Baxter III of Wetumpka, Ala.; six daughters, Deborah Gallimore and husband, Christopher, of Greenville, S.C., Patricia Bailey of Ft. Walton, Pam Bailey and husband, Richard, of Bonifay, Sherri Marsh and husband, Kurt, of Bonifay, Nanette King and husband, Ricky, of Hartford, Ala., and April Lee and husband, Avery, of Bonifay; one brother, Mitch Johnson and wife, Barbara, of Bonifay; 17 grandchildren, Robert Baxter Jr., Rhonda Baxter, Jonathan Baxter, Brooks Dills, Brittany Dills, Nicole Blackwell, Mykal Bailey, Heather Bailey, Jamey Bailey, Jeremy Bailey, Dustin Simmons, Alexis Simmons, Adam King, Stacey King, Haley King, Cheyanne Lee, and Ross Lee; one great-grandchild, Brayden Blackwell; one step-son, Billy Wayne Dozier and wife, Cindy, of Ponce de Leon; one stepgrandchild, Tony Dozier, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 4, 2012, at Winterville Assembly of God Church with the Rev. Ike Steverson of ciating. Interment followed in Steverson Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home of Bonifay directing. Family received friends from 5 to 7 p.m., Friday at Winterville Assembly of God Church.Kathleen J. DozierMrs. Edna Pearl McElroy, 86, of Chipley, passes away on Saturday, July 28, 2012, at Washington Rehabilitation and Nursing Center of Chipley. She was of the Baptist faith and a member of Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church. She was a 1943 graduate of Roulhac High School and a 1947 graduate of Florida Normal and Industrial College in St. Augustine, where she received her Bachelor of Science degree. She received a Masters degree from Tuskegee University in mathematics/education in 1964. She taught mathematics a Roulhac High School from 1947 to 1948. She later taught at Vernon High School until retirement in 1978, where she was awarded Teacher of the Year twice during her tenure there. She taught mathematics all her life and she loved all of her students. Survivors include a loving sister, Willie Ann Crews (the late, Johnnie Lee) of Chipley; sister-inlaw, Christine Williams (the late, George); two nephews, George Edwin Williams and Tony Wayne Crews (Rahcel); two nieces, Simona Beard (Hubert) all of Port St. Joe, and Thawanda Renee Crews (Zannie) of Chipley; numerous great-, greatgreat-, and great-greatgreatnieces and nephews, all of Florida; and a host of aunts, cousins and other relatives, friends and students. Funeral services were at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 4, at Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church of Chipley, the with the Revs. Price Wilson and the Mary L. Sharpe, of ciating. Interment followed in Northside Cemetery of Chipley. The remains lied in repose at the church one hour prior to services with Cooper Funeral Home of Chipley directing.Edna P. McElroyEf e Lee Brock, born May 21, 1921, in Vernon, to William Thomas Shef eld and Mattilou Moore Shef eld died Aug. 1, 2012, at Northwest Florida Community Hospital. She was an active member of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Vernon. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Edward Brock; her sons Joseph Fredrick Brock and Newton Brock; her brothers W.M. Shef eld, Harvey Shef eld, Jimmy Shef eld, George Shef eld and J.L. Shef eld; and one grandson, Ryan Brock. She is survived by her sons, Charles Brock and Hayward Brock; daughters, Wanda Brock, Lilla Brown and Donna Duty; brothers and sisters, Dalton Shef eld, Pauline Wells, Willodean Ketter, Elaine Feldcamp and Pheobe Shaw; 17 grandchildren, Melissa Whitson, Joey Brock, Eddie Brock, Tommy Brock, Stacey Brock, Tracie Herbert, Tonya Burch, Mark Brock, Shasta Evans, Todd Brown, Robin Holland, Ashley Brown, Brandon Brown, Brian Brock, Ryan Brock, Donavan Melton and Kohl Duty; 31 great grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Services were held at 3 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 5, 2012, at Vernon Evangelistic Church in Vernon, with the Rev. Allan English of ciating. Interment followed at Ebenezer Cemetery with Brown Funeral Home directing. Family received friends from 1 to 3 p.m., prior to service at the church. Friends and family may sign the online register at www. brownfh.net Ef e Lee BrockRay Franklin Vinson, 80, died July 28, 2012. Funeral services were held, July 31, 2012 at Hixson Funeral Home. Interment followed in Prien Pines. Ray F. Vinson chipleypaper.comTo view obituaries and sign a guest book, visitMore online
Wednesday, August 8, 2012 B6 | Holmes County Times-Advertiser | Washington County News ExtraStudent art show on display in AugustBONIFAY Art students from Bonifay Holmes County High School, Middle School and Soas Fine Art Studio will be displaying their artwork during August. A reception will be Friday at 5 p.m. It is free and the public is invited. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. The reception will be at Laurden-Davis Art Gallery at 110 W. Pennsylvania Avenue in Bonifay. For more information, call 329-8381 or email laurdendavis@ gmail.com.NFCH Back 2 School Fair scheduledChipley Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley will be hosting their annual Back 2 School Fair from 9 a.m. until noon on Saturday at the hospital. It is free to the public. School-age children will receive free haircuts and various school supplies. There will be food, backpack door prizes and entertainment. The Washington County Health Department will provide an immunization clinic for school-age children at no charge. For more information, call Aileen Koon or Heather Shelby at 638-1610.Bonifay Middle School orientationBONIFAY Orientation for the 2012 2013 school year will be at Bonifay Middle School cafeteria on Aug. 15 for fth grade at 8:30 a.m. and sixth grade at 10 a.m., and Aug. 16 for seventh grade at 8:30 a.m. and eighth grade at 10 a.m.Holmes County High School Band CampBONIFAY Holmes County High School Blue Pride Band upcoming events are: Aug. 6-10: Full band camp from 8 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 13-17: Full band from 5 to 7 p.m. AgEnder representative to speakSUNNY HILLS Karen Schoen with AgEnder (Americans against UN Agenda 21) will speak at 6:30 p.m., Aug. 15, at Shepherds Gate Church in Sunny Hills, educating the Washing County residents about the loss of their individual rights and loss of private property. The Church is on Highway 77.Free hunter safety course from FWCBONIFAY The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is offering a free hunter safety Internetcompletion course in Holmes County. The course will be at First Baptist Church, 311 N. Waukesha St. in Bonifay. Instruction is from 6-9 p.m. Aug. 17 and 8 a.m. to noon Aug. 18. Students must complete the Internet course before coming to class and bring a copy of the nal report from the online portion of the course. The nal report form does not have to be notarized. An adult must accompany children younger than 16 at all times. Students are encouraged to bring a pencil and paper to take notes. The hunter safety course is required for people born on or after June 1, 1975, to purchase a Florida hunting license. The FWC course satises hunter-safety training requirements for all other states and Canadian provinces. People interested in attending this course can register online and obtain information about future hunter safety classes at MyFWC.com/ HunterSafety or by calling Hunter Safety Coordinator George Warthen at the FWCs regional ofce in Panama City at 265-3676. 2012 Miss Graceville Harvest FestivalThe 31st annual Harvest Festival Pageant will be at Graceville Civic Center at 6:30 p.m. on Sept. 7-8. The entry fee is $55 with all proceeds going to the Graceville Harvest Day Celebration. Contestants may participate in photogenic for an additional $10. Photogenic entries will be limited to one photo per contestant. Applications may be picked up at Bush Paint and Supply in Graceville, Graceville City Hall, Graceville News and Forget Me Not Photography in Bonifay. Deadline to enter is Aug. 17. Winners will receive a large trophy, large crown and banner. Alternates and participants will receive trophies. For more information, call Teresa Bush at 263-4744 or 2633072 or Michelle Watkins at the City of Graceville at 263-3250.Wallace Baseball Showcase setDOTHAN, Ala. Dothan will be hosting a Summer Baseball Showcase at 9 a.m. on Aug. 18. This Showcase is for 2013-2015 athletes. In attendance will be junior college and Division I college coaches along with professional scouts. Call the Wallace baseball ofce at 334-556-2416. Return registration form by Saturday. The cost of this showcase is $100 per athlete. Please make all checks out to Mackey Sasser. Walk-ups are welcome. Bonifay Saints sign-ups ongoingBONIFAY Bonifay Saints, also known as the Bonifay Bulldogs, will be holding signups every Saturday until school starts from 9 a.m. until noon at Dueces Automotive next to Donut Shop. Registration is $40.Farm Bureau annual membership meetingBONIFAY The Holmes County Farm Bureau annual membership meeting is Aug. 23 at the Holmes County Agriculture Center on Highway 90 East. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. with the meeting beginning at 6 p.m. RSVP to the ofce at 547-4227 by Monday, Aug. 20, before noon.Ruby Ellis (Saddler) FundraiserCHIPLEY Signature Healthcare of Chipley will hold a fundraiser for Ruby Ellis (Saddler) at 10 a.m. on Aug. 24. They will sell sh dinners including sh, baked beans, coleslaw, hushpuppies and a desert for $6. Delivery is available. For more information, call Valarie Tolbert at 849-3616. Mature driving classCHIPLEY Washington County Council on Aging and AARP are co-sponsoring a mature driving class on Aug. 24. The eight-hour course is developed especially for the senior driver and will be at the Washington County Council on Aging from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Council on Aging building is at 1348 South Blvd., beside the health department in Chipley. The cost of the course is $12 for AARP members and $14 for nonmembers. For anyone that was or is in the educational eld, the cost is $5. This National Safety Council Course reviews basic driving knowledge, new trafc laws and introduces techniques to help offset the effects of the aging process on driver performance. This class is approved by the DHSMV for a threeyear insurance premium reduction. For more information or to sign up please, call the Washington County Council on Aging at 638-6216.Pee Wee football, cheer sign upsBONIFAY Sign ups will be every Saturday, through Aug. 25 from 9 to 11 a.m., at the Bonifay Rec Center. Please bring a copy of your childs birth certicate. Cost for football is $50 per child. Cost for cheerleading for a new cheerleader is $100, a returning cheerleader from last season is $50 is your uniform still ts. If you have any questions, call Mark Gilmore at 527-4363 or Michele Sherrouse at 373-6227.Muskogee Creek History SeminarCHIPLEY The Lower Muskogee Creek Tribe will hold a Muskogee Creek History Seminar from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Aug. 25. The seminar will be at Blue Lake Community Center south of I-10 on Highway 77. Lunch will be served after the second seminar. The cost for this event is $20 and includes all seminars, materials and lunch. You must pre-register. For more information, call 229762-3165, 229-762-3169 or 888-451-0653. B6| Washington County News/Holmes County Times Advertiser Wednesday, August 8, 2012 emeraldcoastjobs.com Employment Today A great resume and solid interview skills may place job seekers in the running for a position, but a survey conducted by OfficeTeam, a leading staffing service, finds that the results of a reference check can really be what makes or breaks a job search. Hiring managers interviewed for the survey said they remove about 21 percent of candidates from consideration after speaking to their professional references. Managers also were asked, When speaking to an applicants job references, what is the most important information you hope to receive? Their responses: Description of past job duties and experience: 36 percent A view into the applicants strengths and weaknesses: 31 percent Confirmation of job title and dates of employment: 11 percent Description of workplace accomplishments: 8 percent A sense of the applicants preferred work culture: 7 percent Other/dont know: 7 percent When hiring managers narrow the field to a few potential candidates, the reference check often becomes the deciding factor, says OfficeTeam executive director Robert Hosking. To distinguish themselves from the competition, job seekers should assemble a solid list of contacts who can persuasively communicate their qualifications and professional attributes. OfficeTeam offers five tips for creating a reference list that works in your favor:Choose WiselySelect people who can discuss your abilities and experience that directly relate to the position, not just those with the most impressive job titles. Offer a mix of contacts who can address different aspects of your background; for example, a former peer may be able to describe your interpersonal skills, while a past direct report can talk about your management style. Check in BeforehandAlways call potential references first to get their permission and evaluate their eagerness to talk to hiring managers. Be sure to give all references a copy of your resume, the job description and the name of the person who will likely call.Be Prepared Provide clear contact information for your references, including their names, titles, daytime phone numbers and email addresses. Also, offer a brief explanation of the nature of your relationship with each individual. Consider supplying more references than are requested, so you wont miss out on the job offer if the hiring manager cant get in touch with one of your contacts.Think Outside the BoxIts common for employers to seek out additional references for new hires either online or through their own networks. Since you never know to whom a hiring manager might reach out, you should not only remain on good terms with your past supervisors and colleagues (if possible), but also be selective about whos in your online network, on professional networking sites such as BeKnown and LinkedIn.Give ThanksExpress your gratitude to people who agree to serve as references, even if they arent contacted by employers. Keep them updated on the progress of your job search and offer to return the favor by providing a recommendation should they need one.What employers want from job references Community brBRIefsEFS
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Biscayne Building, Suite 507 19 West Flagler Street Miami, Florida 33130 Telephone (305)358-1771 LORI LEE YATES, Personal Representative of the Estate c/o LUIS E. BARRETO, ESQUIRE Barreto & Romero, P.A. Biscayne Building, Suite 507 19 West Flagler Street Miami, Florida 33130 Telephone (305)358-1771 ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT: All persons on whom this notice is served who have objections that challenge the validity of the will, the qualifications of the personal representative, venue, or jurisdiction of this Court are required to file their objections with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedents estate on whom a copy of this notice is served within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the decedents estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS, DEMANDS AND OBJECTIONS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. The date of the first publication of this Notice is August 1, 2012. CURATOR AND ATTORNEY FOR CURATOR: LUIS E. BARRETO & ASSOCIATES, P.A. LUIS E. BARRETO, ESQUIRE, Curator Florida Bar No.: 0946478 Biscayne Building 19 W. Flagler Street Miami, FL 33130 Telephone (305)358-1771 Facsimile (305)358-1773. As published in the Holmes County Times Advertiser August 1, 8, 2012. 8-5121 Public Auction at El Sankary Towing in Ponce De Leon Fl, 1600 Pirate Cove Rd. 32455 at 8:00 a.m. on August 17, 2012. (1)1993 Ford Crown Vic -Vin # 2FACP74W4PX118649 Owner: Frankey Baker (1) 1992 Jeep Cherokee -Vin # 1J4FT58S2NL118961 Owner: Brittney Manning. As published in the Holmes County Times Advertiser August 1, 8, 2012. 8-5124 REPORT OF SALE To: Clerk of the Circuit Court of Holmes County, Florida in re: NOTICE OF CLAIM OF LIEN AND PROPOSED SALE OF MOTOR VEHICLE: 1993 BMW 740iL, Vin # WBAGD8328PDE85103 By Darin E. Sewell as lienor, State of Florida, County of Holmes, says that he is the lienor designated in a Notice of Claim of Lien and Proposed Sale of Motor Vehicle on the 16th day of August, 2012, commencing at 9:00 a.m. at Darin Sewell DBA Darin Sewells Simple Repairs for labor and storage. As published in the Holmes County Times Advertiser August 8, 2012. 8-5125 PUBLIC AUCTION The following vehicle will be sold at public auction at Eastern Diesel & Auto Wrecker Service, Inc. 2005 S. Waukesha, Bonifay, Fl. at 8:00 a.m. on August 22, 2012 for towing and storage: 1. Vin# 1GAHG39UX51133915 2005 Chevy Van, Owner: James Melton Long Jr., 1334 Mill Rd., Alford, Fl., Lienholder: Titlemax of Alabama, 3565 Montgomery Hwy., Ste. 2, Dothan, Al.; Insurance: Progressive Select Ins., Salvage Dept., 5920 Landerbrook Dr. box L31A, Mayfield Heights, OH. 2. Vin # 2C3HC56F1VH583835 1997 Chrysler 4 door, Heather Lenora Adomitis 1042 N. Hwy 79, Bonifay, Fl. EASTERN DIESEL AND AUTO WRECKER SERVICE, INC. As published in the Holmes County Times August 8, 2012. 8-5120 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR HOLMES COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO: 12-64_ PR IN RE: ESTATE OF JEFFIE CARMON KEMP, JR., a/k/a J.C. KEMP, JR. deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Jeffie Carmon Kemp, Jr., a/k/a J.C. Kemp, Jr., deceased, whose date of death was March 15, 2012, and whose social security number is XXX-XX-7027, File Number 12-64 PR is pending in the Circuit Court for Holmes County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Holmes County Courthouse, Post Office Box 397, Bonifay, Florida 32425. The name and address of the Co-Personal Representatives and the Co-Personal Representativess attorney is set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedents estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against the decedents estate must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENTS DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of the first publication of this Notice is August 1, 2012. Co-Personal Representative: JOY ANN WELLS, 15252 NW JW RACKLEY STREET, ALTHA, FLORIDA 32421. JAMES EDWARD KEMP, POST OFFICE BOX 3184, LAKE CITY, FLORIDA 32056. Attorney for Co-Personal Representatives: JOHN Y. ROBERTS. ROBERTS, ROBERTS & ROBERTS 2879 MADISON STREET, POST OFFICE BOX 1544, MARIANNA, FLORIDA 32447 (850) 526-3865 FLORIDA BAR NO. 0496871 As published in the Holmes County Times Advertiser August 1, 8, 2012. 8-5122 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR HOLMES COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION Case No.: 12PR68 IN RE: Estate of BERNICE LOUISE HUGGINS, Deceased. PETITION FOR SUMMARY ADMINISTRATION NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of BERNICE LOUISE HUGGINS, deceased, in the above-numbered case, is pending in the Circuit Court for Holmes County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 201 N. Oklahoma, Bonifay, FL 32425. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representatives attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedents estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedents estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. The date of first publication of this Notice is August 8, 2012. Personal Representative: Tony Alcus Huggins c/o Nancy D. OConnor, P.A. PO Box 886 Bonifay, FL 32425 Attorney for Personal Representative NANCY D. OCONNOR, P.A. Florida Bar No.: 324231. PO Box 886 Bonifay, FL 32425 850/547-7367 As published in the Holmes County Times Advertiser August 8, 15, 2012. 8-5123 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR HOLMES COUNTY, FLORIDA. CASE No. 12-0222CA NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC, PLAINTIFF, VS. DONALD W. WHITE A/K/A DONALD WHITE A/K/A DON WHITE, ET AL. DEFENDANT(S). NOTICE OF ACTION To: Beverly L. White a/k/a Beverly & Donald W. White a/k/a Donald White a/k/a Don White RESIDENCE: UNKNOWN. LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 1597 Highway 177, Bonifay, FL 32425 YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a mortgage on the following described property located in Holmes County, Florida: COMMENCE AT THE SE CORNER OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE SW 1/4 OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 6 NORTH, RANGE 15 WEST, HOLMES COUNTY, FLORIDA; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES-47 MINUTES 37 SECONDS WEST ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID PARCEL FOR A DISTANCE OF 703.69 FEET TO AN IRON ROD ON THE EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY OF HIGHWAY C-177; THENCE NORTH 58 DEGREES-37 MINUTES-56 SECONDS WEST FOR A DISTANCE OF 200.00 FEET ALONG SAID R/W LINE TO AN IRON ROD MARKING THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUE NORTH 58 DEGREES-37 MINUTES-55 SECONDS WEST FOR A DISTANCE OF 544.81 FEET ALONG SAID R/W LINE TO A CONCRETE MONUMENT; THENCE NORTH 02 DEGREES-16 MINUTES-27 SECONDS WEST FOR A DISTANCE OF 693.65 FEET ALONG THE WEST LINE OF SAID EAST 1/2 OF SW 1/4 TO AN IRON ROD; THENCE NORTH 84 DEGREES-59 MINUTES-41 SECONDS EAST FOR A DISTANCE OF 549.50 FEET TO AN IRON ROD; THENCE SOUTH 03 DEGREES-03 MINUTES-21 SECONDS WEST FOR A DISTANCE OF 1026.10 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. TOGETHER WITH AND SUBJECT TO COVENANTS, EASEMENTS, AND RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD. SAID PROPERTY CONTAINS 10.0 ACRES MORE OF LESS. has been filed against you, and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to this action, on Gladstone Law Group, P.A., attorneys for plaintiff, whose address is 1499 W. Palmetto Park Rd, Suite 300, Boca Raton, FL 33486, and file the original with the Clerk of the Court, within 30 days after the first publication of this notice, either before 30 days or immediately thereafter, otherwise a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. DATED: June 24, 2012, Clerk of the Circuit Court By: Diane Eaton, Deputy Clerk of the Court. If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the ADA Coordinator, Mr. Larry Lyons at P. O. 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TWO INCHES Harry BellBonifay Democrat Incumbent What made you decide to What qualities and experiences do you have which What other political experiences have What challenges do you seeking will face in the Tell our readers whatever you want them to know about you before they head to the polls. Fran Fuller Bonifay Democrat What made you decide to What qualities and experiences do you have which What other political experi ences have you No What challenges are seeking will face in the near future and what would you do to meet those Tell our readers whatever you want them to know about you before they head to the polls. Harry Bell Fran Fuller Three seek Holmes County Buddy BrownWestville Democrat What made you decide to What qualities and experience do you have which See BROWN on Page 11Eddie DixonBonifay Democrat What made you decide to What qualities and experiences do you have which See DIXON on Page 11Terry MearsBonifay Republican What made you decide to Mor What qualities and experiences do you have which make you What other political expeSee MEARS on Page 11 Eddie Dixon Buddy Brown Terry Mears HOLMES COUNTY 2012
10 Voters Guide Holmes County Times-Advertiser August 1, 2012 Continued from Page 9 whole. No one can know what the future holds. Whether tough times continue or we experience and economic boom, I will work to ensure that county tax dollars are spent wisely. During my previous tenure board, such as the Council on Aging, library, Trans portation Disadvantaged, Tri-County Community Council and others. I also had the responsibil ity of overseeing various county departments, which included the following: Emergency Medical Servic es, Road Department Shop and the Recycling Program. While over seeing the recy cling program, Money was generated by the program, which in turn was placed in the county general fund. Grants for new ambulances were obtained and the EMS service expanded with the placement on an ambulance in the New Hope Commu nity. When disaster struck, road department employees from my district performed the repair work themselves, thereby saving money for the taxpayers. Holmes County School Board District 2Wilburn G. BakerWestville Non-Partisan For me its the satisfaction of helping our children become successful leaders in Holmes Countys future. If I can help one child do better in his or her studies it would all be worth it. Often times, it is just listen ing and providing resources, guidance and support to a child to make all of the difference of whether or not her or she fails or succeeds. Education/Experience: Instructor at Chipols Jr. College for 20 years Holmes County EMS director for 24 years and Paramedic spector State of Florida Grant Se lection Team Member Involved with the welfare of children in the Holmes County School System for over 30 years Lifetime resident of Hol mes County 35 years experience in healthcare, safety, adminis tration budgets and grants Available anytimeday or night If elected I plan to be on sight and available to listen to and address the concerns of Holmes County students, parents and teachers I have worked closely with the Holmes County Board of County Commissioners for over 30 years and have gained much from my ex perience that will be helpful if elected to the School Are you a veteran? If so, list branch of service. No, however, I am very proud of my youngest son, Joey Baker, who will be entering the Marines in the fall of 2012. The challenge that I believe we face now, and what will become an even bigger en deavor in the future, is the ability to offer our children excellent educational and academic opportunities with minimal budget to work with. With this always in the forefront of my mind, I plan to stay abreast of possible resources to help meet this challenge. I will be committed to educating our children for a safer and brighter tomorrow, because our children are tomorrows future. I have always been a hard worker, and will continue to work had for you if elected. I will be accessible to talk with students, par ents and teachers to listen to their concerns and ideas. There is no I in team, and working together everyone achieves more. Thank you.Debbie KolmetzPonce de Leon Non-partisan I decided to run for school board member because I feel I have alot of experi ence in the Holmes county school system that can be put to good use in this revolved around children and school has been a big part of my life. Raising seven daughters and putting them through school in Holmes County has given me plenty of hands on experience. Ive been very involved in the schools doing substitute teaching in K-12 for 30 years, serving on commit tees and advisory councils, PTO, numerous volunteer hours at school as well as community volunteer work. I am familiar with parlia mentary procedure being Chipola Regional Workforce Development Board for ten years. Ive attended school board meetings in Bonifay on a regular basis the past four years to keep informed. Ive run my own business for 24 years which involves dealing with contracts, bookkeeping, computer skills, and courteous service to the public. Prior to that Ive held secretarial positions such as transcrib er operator and clerk typist. I am not a politician, and have no experience in the we have a lot of career politicians and perhaps that is part of our problem. We need some new people, new ideas and someone who is not a rubber stamp. No. My husband is retired with 35 years in USAF Reserve. The major problem for this is budget cuts. With the state cutting back on money available for education, we are in challenging times. I will be visible through out the year...not just at election time. I will return phone calls and work hard to get an answer to your concerns. I will treat you with the respect and fair ness you deserve and put to serve as your next school board member and appreci ate your vote on Aug. 14. Thank you.Andrea Kelly SchillerPonce De Leon Non-Partisan Our schools need help and resources to provide educa tional experiences for our students. I would like the opportunity to operate position in seeking out and obtaining these resources for our students, teachers, facilitators, and administrators, mainly from the private sector. My degree in business as well as my extensive work and research in education, curriculum, and intelligences make me an ideal candidate for this position. I am aware of a variety of learning resourc es and experiences that can be utilized to help Hol mes county schools. I have currently in school, so I pulse of our local education system. I also have two children with IEPs, making me aware of strengths and weaknesses within our ESE programs. I love people, especially children, and I am seeking county continue to move forward. I am ready to work hard to acquire what our schools, teachers, and students need, county wide. Unless school advisory board counts, none. Not a veteran. I foresee the county strug gling to meet the new edu cation mandates that are being implemented without additional funding, espe cially in technology. I fore see budgeting being a huge obstacle to overcome. I am hoping to be able to supplement our current budget with private sector resources, giving us the ability to meet our educa tional needs as a county and depend less on govern ment funds to provide for the necessary education of our children. Our children are our future, but many of them are apathetic or hopeless when asked about their future. I want to give our kids the world, or as much of it as I can. I want to encour age them to reach for the stars, and, if they fail, they will at least reach the moon. A Rising tide raises all ships (JFK), and, where there is a will, there is a way. I am determined to bring a bright future to our Hol mes county students.District 4 Shay McCormickPonce De Leon Non-PartisanShirley Owens Graceville Non-Partisan For the past few years, I have had a desire to serve on the Holmes County school board. Since re cently retiring from serving children as a classroom teacher for 36 years, I now have the opportunity to give something back to the community by serving the people of Holmes County as a member on the school board. It would allow me to still have a hand in the education of our students. I have knowledge of cur riculum and the experience of working with children, staff, administrators and parents. I am a parent to three children, grandparent See Owens on Page 11SMITH: County Commissioner, School Board candidates Debbie Kolmetz Wilburn Baker Andrea Schiller
August 1, 2012 Holmes County Times-Advertiser Voters Guide 11based organizations and 7 years of command time in the Florida Army National Guard. What other political experience have you had? None. Are you a veteran? Yes. 20 years of honorable service in the Florida Army National Guard. I have served as a private through the rank of Cap tain. I have held various positions to include two different commands and 4 years of staff time. What challenges do you seeking will face in the near future and what would you do to meet those challenges? The immediate concern is maintaining a strong sound without jeopardizing the quality of education we provide for out students. In also having to do this we have to gear our resources to the legal requirements now handed down by the legislature and the federal government in many areas. Tell our readers whatever you want them to know about you before they head to the polls. I pledge that I will have an open door policy with all stakeholders in our public education system. This is to include students, parents, and employees of the District. I have established a reputa tion as a team and consensus builder in all of my assignments whether they be in my education career or my military career. The wish to be superintendent is not about career progression but about being the right per son at the right time for the challenge ahead. I will not be perfect in my deci sion making, but I will be thorough and I will provide intelligent, experi enced, and sensible leadership. With the grace of God and the help of the citizens of Holmes County we can have a school district that provides our students with the background and education they need to become pro ductive citizens in this great nation of ours.BROWN from Page 1 Elementary School and coached at Holmes County High School for 4 years. I spent 16 years in educa tional technology sales and management design ing curriculum delivery systems for hundreds of schools and school districts across the Southeast. I am presently the principal of Holmes County High School. What other political ex periences have you had? I have no other political experience. Are you a veteran? I am not a veteran. What challenges do you seeking will face in the near future and what would you do to meet those challenges? State budget cuts creat ing a lack of funding is the most immediate issue. New graduation and testing requirements mandated by the state and federal governments will also be a huge issue. The next superintendent will have to be very careful with spend ing and hiring. School and district level budgets will have to be met. Cost savings measures will need to be implemented across the board in order to protect the staff and educational programs we already have in place. We will need to implement ways to prepare students for testing and graduation. Tell our readers whatever you want them to know about you before they head to the polls. As your next Super intendent, I will work hard to make a great school system even better. I will take responsibility for the safety, security, and educa tion of the students and be accountable to the people of Holmes County. My plan is to focus on offering a broader range of opportunities that target the success of all students. An open door policy will be continued in order to listen to the concerns of parents and students to ensure that all stakeholders are treated fairly, consistently and with respect. Teachers will be provided support and re sources to maximize their ability to educate students in the 21st century. I will provide lead ership that encourages conservative and utilize resources and personnel students. DIXON from Page 1 I have no other political experience as an elected Are you a veteran? I am a retired US Army combat veteran. What challenges do you seeking will face in the near future and what would you do to meet those challenges? Obviously, the budget will be of focus. I feel that all programs will have to be scrutinized. This is where the community must be coupled up with the schools in order to help with the extra-curricular programs. I further feel that that technology and teaching must be balanced. Tell our readers whatever you want them to know about you before they head to the polls. I would like to thank all of the many teachers of Holmes County that taught me and provided me the guidance that made me who I am today. I also feel that a lot of my educa tion was provided by the business men that gave me part time employment and free advice. I think that the teachers are of the same caliber and commu nity spirit still exist today as it did yesterday in our county, they just need to be reunited. In summary, I have proven leadership and teaching experience that to the school house. If given the opportunity I will use every ounce of it for our future (the students and citizens) of Holmes County. MEARS from Page 1 to two boys, Holmes county taxpayer and con cerned citizens. I would have the time and energy necessary to invest in my duties as a school board member. I feel I would be an asset to this position and the education system of Holmes County. I am a graduate from Poplar Springs High School and was the 1970 class valedictorian. After graduation, I completed my Masters Degree in education from Troy University as well as completing undergradu ate courses in accounting. This began the mold for my career as a teacher as well as helped me learn the in a changing world. For the past 36 years, I was a classroom teacher serving children and working with parents, staff, administra tion and community. I have experience as a tax profes sional for several years. I am currently my churchs Secretary and have been for the past 15 years. I am also the secretary for my husbands business Howard Owens Construction Inc We have successfully ran a business for over 30 years. This has taught me how to manage money and handle situations in a timely manner. In addition I have gained experience through my involvement with Advisory Board for American Cancer Society, volunteer work for conva lescent homes and hospice, Gideon Auxiliary, and a member of the Advisory Council for the Council of Aging for North Florida. No previous political experience. Not a veteran. Due to the declining eco nomic times, I feel there decisions to make without tion for every child. I would investigate ways in which to save money in day to day operations to provide teachers and students with the support and materials they need to succeed.. I strongly believe that if we provide them with strong building blocks on which to shape their future, the future leaders of tomorrow will have a more successful outcome. When voting for any po a voter will consider each When voting for School Board Member District 4, I would appreciate your vote and consideration. It has been my lifelong passion to become an advocate for the children in Holmes County. Being a teacher for 36 years, I have had the opportunity to work with many different children, face diverse situations, and overcome many chal lenges. As I strive to be your next school board member, I will work hard for the children of Holmes County. I will be able to bring the teacher aspect to the board and have a great understanding of the needs of many in our school system. Shirley Owens OWENS from Page 10 VOTE Primary Election Aug. 14
2 Voters Guide Holmes County Times-Advertiser August 1, 2012 EDITORS NOTE: Candidates for Holmes questions for the Holmes County Timesdates that responded tion. Some remarks Clerk of CourtDon W. Hersman Jr Bonifay I decided to run for Clerk of Court because I feel the people of Holmes County deserve the same quality service they have received the last 36 years. My ser vice for the last 23 years at the Bonifay Piggly Wiggly gives me the ability to pro vide the people of Holmes County the service they I have always been a hard worker. I worked full time during the day cutting meat while attending Troy University in Dothan at night. I am proud to say that I am a Christian, husband, and father. I have 23 years of experience managing a staff of 75 employees. I have 15 years of experience as an accountant. I have unmatched community involvement that includes Kiwanis, Chamber of Commerce, Dixie Youth Baseball, and Holmes Pee Wee football just to name a few. I believe that my management, leadership, accounting, and customer service experience make me Clerk of Court. I am not a veteran. 80 years of service between Mr. Taylor and Mrs. Arnold. There will also be a budget cut from Tallahassee. As your Clerk of Court, I will go to work immediately to train under Mr. Taylor for his last 2 months to ensure a smooth transition. I will also keep his staff and promote from within to replace Mrs. Arnold. I will use my lead ership skills, and accounting experience to work hard for the people of Holmes County. I, Don Hersman Jr, hum bly ask for your vote on November 6th for Holmes County Clerk of Court. I invite you to come see me at the Bonifay Piggly Wiggly or call me to ask me any questions or concerns you might have. I am the only candidate that has the experience to be the comp troller for a county with a 20 million budget. I have a BS from Troy University in Business Administration with a minor in Accounting. On November 6th, I ask you to vote for Family Values, Unmatched Community Involvement, and Proven Leadership! Vote for Don Hersman Jr for Holmes County Clerk of Court. Kyle HudsonWestville As a student in high school, I learned the value of being a goal oriented person and the importance of quality leader ship. As I progressed through school, I set several goals for myself. each of these goals has been centrally focused on public service and helping to serve my community as Agriculture Teacher, which I have done for 10 years. My second goal, set 12 years ago, was to serve our county as Clerk of Court. I became keenly interested in this posi tion because of the high level of leadership and account ability, which the job entails. When I set the goal 12 years ago to serve you as your Clerk of Court, I began to work diligently to ensure that I would be a wellcandidate began as I was elected to serve as State FFA VicePresident for Florida. This portunity to learn valuable leadership skills such as pub lic speaking, parliamentary procedure, and interpersonal work skills. Upon completion of my educational journey toward reaching my goal to serve as Agriculture Teacher. I See HUDSON on Page 3 Kyle Hudson Don Hersman Jr.2012 Holmes County Candidates For Clerk of Court LeeMOSS VOTE AUGUST 14 ForHolmes County Clerk of Court I can be contacted at 547-1046 (home), 260-4308 (cell), or lee-dustie@hotmail.com.
August 1, 2012 Holmes County Times-Advertiser Voters Guide 3Continued from Page 2 warned an Associate of Arts degree from Chipola College, graduating with High Honors. I progressed in my education by earning a Bachelors of Science Degree in Agricul ture Education and Exten sion from the University of Florida, also with High Honors. This level of education allowed me become a State of Florida, and to ac complish my goal to serve as Agriculture Teacher in my community. I have been blessed to be surrounded throughout my life with individuals who are interested in public service. My most memorable campaign involvement was the campaign of my father, Myron Hudson, for Super intendent of Holmes County Schools. I am not a veteran; however, I salute all men and women who proudly serve. very noted change in the near future. With the retirement of two very talented, long Holmes County will be los ing a tremendous volume of quality experience from this As the Aug. 14 election date quickly approaches, I sincerely ask you, the citizens of Holmes County, to evalu personality, and my com mitment to service. In doing so, it is my hope that you friendly, service oriented person willing to serve as you next Holmes County Clerk of Court. I humbly ask for you vote on Aug. 14 and again on Nov. 6. I promise to perform the duties of Clerk in a man ner which holds true to what the people of Holmes County Value: accessible, accurate, accountable, courteous and friendly service.John King Jr.Bonifay Lee MossBonifay Democrat My entire educational and professional career has been geared toward becoming Clerk of Court. I have been seriously considering seeking 10 years. I have always had a deep interest and passion for our judicial system. I have a total of 14 years experience in our judicial system. Upon graduation from Troy University, I began working with the Florida Department of Children and Families where I not only worked diligently to prevent child abuse but I also served as the Revenue Maximiza tion Specialist. These duties included securing and manag ing the federal funding neces sary to support the local foster care program. I was eventu ally promoted to Foster Care Supervisor for Holmes and Washington Counties. It was during this time that I gained an abudance of courtroom ex perience by preparing a wide variety of legal documents and participating in Depen dency court proceedings. For the past 8 years I have been employed with the Florida Department of Corrections. I am currently assigned to an administrative position as a I work daily with Clerk of ida and across the nation to ensure the accuracy of legal documents and inmate crimi nal commitment packets. I am responsible for case man agement of over 350 inmates. This includes probation, warrants, detainers, child sup port, social security, domestic violence injunctions, court ordered payments, restitution, operation of the Clerk of Courts Comprehensive Case Infor mation System, facilitating telephonic court proceedings, immigration hearings, inmate discipline, inmate job assign ments, preparing criminal and civil legal documents, record maintenance, compliance with state and federal audits, and staff supervision. No prior political experience. No military experience. I believe it will be a major challenge to replace the knowledge and experience that will be lost with the retirement of the current Clerk and Deputy Clerk. We will overcome this obstacle by maximizing the talent and experience of the staff already in place during the transition. I will make sound personnel decisions based on merit and work and cross training we will continue to maintain the high level of courteous pro that the citizens of Holmes County deserve and have grown accustomed to from their Clerk of Court. I would like for the citizens of Holmes County to know that or fancy about me. I am just a common man who is as Country as Cornbread. The only promise I have made during this campaign is that I will work hard everyday. I have always been and will continue to be a dedicated husband, father, and community volunteer. I humbly ask for their vote and support as the next Holmes County Clerk of Court. HUDSON: County Clerk of Court candidates continue Lee Moss Marsha Farmer SherrouseBonifay Registered Democrat ation I considered running four years ago, but knew it wasnt the right time. When I heard that Cody was retiring I felt that it would be the right time now. I love working in the Judicial System, which I have been for over 12 years. I feel that with my work experience with the different agencies, has helped me have a better understand ing of how everything works together and the process and procedures and with my work experience of over 30 years in public service, has helped me to know how to deal with people. The Clerk of Court should be a person that is honest, account able, have morals and principles, and a hard worker. They have to treat people with respect, no matter who they are or what their circumstances may be. Personally, I have learned to live daily by a simple code of conduct, Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. These are all simple by necessary attributes to carry out the duties of the Clerk of Court and I have proven that I am a person with these qualities. My work experience for over 30 years has been in some type of public service work. Much of my work experience has been related to the duties of the Clerk of Court. Some of my experience includes record keeping, budgeting, and staff management, pre paring legal documents and providing customer service. Ive transcribed for criminal cases. Ive been in actual courtroom and bench trials and hearing for both criminal and civil cases. For over 6 years, I have been using the Comprehensive Case Infor mation System that is utilized Four years ago, I was a candidate for the Holmes County Tax Collector. I am not a veteran, but my dad, my brother, my father inSee SHERROUSE on Page 4 Marsha Sherrouse Most drug arrests in Holmes County history programs On August 14th, VoteDENNIS LEE for HO LMES C O UNTY SHERIFFProven Leadership and Common Sense Law Enforcement Holmes Countians I will never sacrice your safety for political gain.www.dennisleeforsheri.comPolitical advertisement paid for and approved by Dennis Lee, Republican for Sheri
4 Voters Guide Holmes County Times-Advertiser August 1, 2012 Continued from Page 3 law, and several of my uncles are. I also, have several in my family who are currently serving in our military. I am very grateful for all who have served our country in the armed services. They deserve our deepest gratitude! Challenges include budget constraints Review and make necessary adjustments abut continue to provide and and great personal service and try to keep down cost to taxpayers. Also more state mandates Requiring more training and more work. I would make sure the staff knows the changes, knows what to do, and acquire any training that is needed for the stag and for me, as Clerk, in order to handle the changes. Tell our readers whatever you want them to know about you before they head to the polls. I am a native of Holmes County. I graduated from Ponce de Leon High School. I have been a I was born here, raised here, and have lived all my life here, in Holmes County. I have al ways worked had and raised my family here. I believe that we need people in our solid background, high moral standards, and convictions in their lives, to do the right thing. Please consider all my years of public service work experience and my training and knowledge of the Judicial System, that will order to continue to run the and Bookkeeper to the Board of County Commissioners and to be the best Clerk to the people of Holmes County. So, in the General Elec tion, please make the wise decision and vote for Proven Experience and Integrity, and on November 6, elect me, Marsha Farmer Sherrouse, for your next Holmes County Clerk of Court.Tim WellsBonifay Republican Running with No Party After being involved in the legal system for over 26 years, I know how vital the requires an experienced person, and I didnt see any other candidate who had the necessary background to handle the job. In my 26 years as an attorney, includ ing time with state government and in private practice, Ive handled practically every type case and matter that comes Ive maintained a successful private law practice for over 22 years, including being a Florida Supreme Court 15 years. My lifes work is dealing with people. I listen to a clients concerns, answer their questions, and use my best judgment to plot a course of action to solve their par ticular problem. I also deal with judges, clerk staff, opposing parties, and opposing counsel on a daily basis. As a mediator, I use my experience and calm demeanor to settle differences between parties. I have taught both college and vocational law courses, served as attorney for several municipalities, and volun teered with Teen Court in both Holmes and Washington Counties for many years. I also have been involved in the community as a 23-year member, past president, and quartermaster of the Bonifay Kiwanis Club, 21-year member and vice president of the Holmes County Cham ber of Commerce, member and current vice-chair of the Holmes County Develop ment Commission, literacy volunteer, and have person ally sponsored innumerable civic organizations, school clubs, and local sports teams. In addition to responsibilities to the court and duties as the county recorder, the clerk is also the custodian and auditor of the countys funds. My long-time experience of op erating my own business and paying the bills with my own money will be invaluable in my handling of the countys funds and paying its bills (including employee payroll and over 10,000 invoices last year), accurately and on time. Prior candidate for county court judge. Not a veteran. Maintaining the funding to be the biggest challenge. See WELLS on Page 5SHERROUSE: County Clerk of Court candidates continue Tim Wells BUDDY BROWN Political advertisement paid for and approved by Buddy Brown, Democrat, for Superintendent of SchoolsElectfor Holmes County Superintendent of Schools forSchool Board District 4 Every Child Deserves a Quality Education
August 1, 2012 Holmes County Times-Advertiser Voters Guide 5Continued from Page 4 Clerks around the state are cant budget reduction from the legislature in the 20122013 budget year. Changes in the use of technology are currently being phased in, with existing e-recording of which will soon be manda tory. The next legislative session will likely bring even more budget cuts, forcing the next clerk to work with the reduced funding while still maintaining a well-trained staff, staying abreast of up-todate technology, and offering the public the quality service they deserve. When choosing the next clerk, voters should consider I have a unique understand ing of the court system, which no other candidate has. With both the current clerk and the chief deputy clerk retiring at the end of the year, almost 80 years of experience will be walking out the door. With my legal background, it will allow a smooth transition allow me to steer a person needing assistance in the right direction to obtain what they need in the most ef possible. My calm demeanor and careful listening skills, as well as my profound respect will also put people at ease in what can sometimes be a very scary situation. Zachary R. WhiteBonifay DemocratJohn Braxton, Jr., Westville I know Holmes County can be the safest county in the state. We cannot expect law enforcement alone to solve all the communities issues. The way we make Holmes County the safest place to work, live and raise our fami lies is through a collaborative effort between law enforce ment and the community as a whole. make that a reality through community policing. I will implement an approach to policing that promotes law enforcement involvement with the residents of Holmes County and inspires residents to get invested in the safety of their community. John Braxton Jr. has spent his entire career in service crime and protecting families. Throughout his career in law enforcement, John has worked on a federal, state and local level developing critical skills only acquired by a leader who started from the ground up working every aspect of law enforcement. I have worked extensively with several federal agencies including A.T.F., U.S. Customs, D.E.A., U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force. State level investigations in many counties across the state from Key West to Pensacola. Working extensively in an undercover role while investigating numerous types of crime including homi cides, narcotics, and property crimes. Worked locally as a deputy and narcotics investigator in charge of conducting narcot ics investigations for street level investigations in many Florida counties. Served as Narcotics Supervi sor for four county agencies and Chief Deputy at both Holmes and Washington I am not a politician; I am a career law enforcement of See BRAXTON on Page 6WELLS: Candidates continue John Braxton ElectHarold Smithfor County Commissioner District 5 Dear voters of Holmes County, I began my service as County Commissioner in November of 1992. During that time the county had a recycling building that sat idle until November of 1993, when I was placed to oversee recycling in the county. In March of 1994 the Recycling Center was opened. We accepted white goods, such as stoves, refrigerators and scrap metal to help our citizens dispose of these unwanted items that could end up dumped in the woods because there was no place for them to be disposed of properly. I was also the deciding vote in NOT allowing the regional trash dump to locate in Holmes County. I decided it was too close to our schools and general public and did not want the smell and unsightly garbage piles from a large region in our county. It has been my pleasure over the past twenty-four years to assist schools, youth activities and individuals in need with fund raising activities throughout the county. Also during that time, I personally contributed several thousands dollars to these causes and returned $7,000-$9,000 back to the citizens of Holmes County each year during all the years that I was county commissioner. I believe my twelve years of public service as County Commissioner and my work in the community can be put to use again by allowing me to once again serve you as County Commissioner District 5. BONIFAY POLITICAL RALLYSaturday, August 46-8 PMHolmes County High School Sponsored by theBonifay Womans Club Republican Ballot will have the following local races on it: State Attorney, Sheriff. Tax Collector County Commission District 1, District 3 and District 5 School Board District 2 and District 4 Democratic Ballot will have the following local races on it: State Attorney, Clerk of Court, Tax Collector Superintendent of Schools County Commission District 5 School Board District 2 and District 4 Nonpartisan Ballot will have the following local races on it: State Attorney, Tax Collector County Commissioner District 5 School Board District 2 and District 4 Vo te & Elect Political advertisement paid for and approved by Bobby Sasnett, Republican, for County Commissioner, District 1BobbySasnettWe must make this county stronger, for our children and our grandchildren. A real business leader for Holmes County. Your support lets me know you are ready for a real CHANGE. With over 30 years of management, I will bring to the commission my experience, passion and drive.For Holmes County Commission, District 1
6 Voters Guide Holmes County Times-Advertiser August 1, 2012 have learned from decades in law enforcement that cant be taught in a school or through a book. I believe that the measure of success in law enforcement is not in number of arrests; rather its in the absence of crime. Veteran of the United States Air Force. Violence and drugs are com munity problems, not just law enforcement problems. It will take a close working relationship to effectively address these at every level. The illegal drug epidemic has a strong hold on communi ties all over this nation. That is no less true of Holmes County. We are seeing ram pant drug use, easy access to illegal drugs and the absolute destruction they leave in their path. If elected, we will join our community leaders in a effort to take these problems out at the root; providing fertile ground for positive growth and removing the weeds of negativity from Holmes County permanently. Tomorrows great inventors, doctors, teachers and crimi nals are the youth of today. We have no option but to in vest in our children to insure a future we all are hoping for. As your Sheriff, I will meet with every school principal and staff to discuss the issues will hold countywide forums for parents and students to highlight solutions for combating internet predators, bullying and prescription drug uses by our teens. Giving back to the com munity is my everyday responsibility and I intend to implement programs to give residents greater access to both their Sheriff and Under my administration, we will serve the community by providing law enforce ment to everyone equally and fairly, treating every person with the respect they deserve. We will make every effort to stand between criminals and their intended victims. We will handle non-criminal equal diligence. All services must be provided in a timely manner, using all resources available, ensuring everyone has an equal voice and rights regardless of their race, sex of Holmes County are not interested in empty promises and painting a pretty picture with no plan on how to get them there. If elected, I will bring the vision, leadership, and the dedication needed to make this our reality. Tim BrownBonifay Republican -Incumbent I am your current Sheriff, and I feel that weve worked had these last three and a half years to serve the people of Holmes County. If reelected, we will continue to work hard for the citizens of Holmes County. I have 27 years of experi ence in Law Enforcement. Ive worked the last three as Sheriff in Holmes County. I started out working as a Dispatcher, Ive been a a road Deputy for several years, Investigator for 10 years, Captain over the Sheriff for the last three and a half years. Been Sheriff for the last three years Not a veteran. One of the major challenges resources available. In the last three and a half years we have been able to do that without seeking a budget in crease. I will continue to do that by being a true Conser vative Sheriff. I understand where the money comes from. And I understand that a small county such as we are has a very limited tax base and we have to live within our means. I just want to say that Im truly humbles to have been able to serve you these last three and a half years. Weve worked hard to serve you. I also want to say that I truly give my staff most of the credit fore their hard work. They are the backbone of this depart ment and I am truly honored to have served with them. If reelected, I promise to continue that same level of professionalism. Dennis LeeBonifay Republican I trained all my adult life for the job. After serving 12 years, I got so bogged down in the job that I lost touch with the people. During the last 4 years, people from all over the county have been asking me to run again. Getting back in touch with the people gave me back my what we started. Im not looking for a position. Im re-applying for the job. experiences: 28 years in law enforcement, starting in dispatch and working my way up through the ranks to Police Chief and years have been at the Bay County Sheriffs Dept as a training is the best training for any job. I believe my experiences make me the I served as Holmes County Sheriff from 1996-2008. Veteran of the Air Force. Times are tough. Hard times bring out the best and worst in people. The biggest challenges we face are increased drug use and crimes that it brings to our communities. Ill face that head on and get to work on day one by providing highly highly supervised deputies to protect, serve and com municate with you. You deserve to know whats going on in your communi ty. A well informed and educated public is like a sixth man on the force. Ill also use every resource to maxi mize our budget, but I will safety for political gain. Ive lived out my law enforcement career in front of you, because I believe Holmes County raised my family to work to solve problems, dont just complain about them. Thats my mindset when it comes to the problems we face here. Everywhere I go, citizens tell me drugs and drug related crimes like theft are up. We fought a nationally recognized war on drugs. We caught the dealers, fought to cut off the source and offered help to those affected. Ill do it again. Children and families are hurting. I was in every school every year, educating kids on the dan gers of drugs and alcohol. Ill do it again. People feel disconnected and fearful. I helped start Crimestoppers, Community Crime Watches, and practiced good, open communication between staff and citizens. Ill do it again. We supplemented our budget with over $300,000 in forfeited drug ery grant and also hold my people accountable to work hard and work smart every day. Again, Im reapplying for the job, not asking for a position. We owe it to the people of Holmes County to keep them safe and in formed every day. Tim Brown Dennis Lee ElectJERRY COOLEYHolmes County Commissioner District 3Vote on August 14 For: Elect DEBBIE KOLMETZ For Holmes County School Board District 2Id like to take this opportunity to ask for your vote on August 14th. I am running for school board, district 2, because I have a sincere desire to make a dierence in our childrens education. My experience includes numerous school volunteer hours, substitute teaching in grades K-12, and serving on many school committees. If elected, I pledge to donate 10 percent of my school board member salary each year in the form of a scholarship to a high school senior in Holmes County. I will work hard to represent you if given the opportunity to be your next school board member in Holmes County. Thank you.Vote for a change Vote Debbie Kolmetz, School Board, District 2
August 1, 2012 Holmes County Times-Advertiser Voters Guide 72012 Property Appraiser, County Commissioner candidates Property AppraiserOtis Corbin Jr.Bonifay Democrat Incumbent Incumbent, still want to server the people of Holmes Appraiser B.S. in Business Management (Magna Cum 20 years Self as a construction Engineer 41 years experience in cartography 27 years experience in rain Analysis tor No previous political expe rience. I am a Veteran 28 years Felecia FisanickBonifay RepublicanCounty Commissioner District 1Charles Chuck AronhaltBonifay Republican vestment I have been a business owner in Holmes County for over 22 years. four corporations known Enterprises Inc. hangers, paving aprons, ing pilots. National Secret Clearance at can to. If given the position of County Commissioner with the reasons necessary in Holmes County. I hope to county that I have known years. In the same way that mes County High School. lot license for over 35 years. failures on single engine air the runway each time. Plan I am able to serve you as you County commissioner in District 1.Stephen L. Herrington, III Westville Republican Hello my name is Steve running for Holmes County Commissioner District 1. I am a mem ber of Evergreen Baptist Church, PDL No. 157 F&AM Vol unteer Fire Department. I a marine transportation Captain. er District 1 because I am with our economic future county. I have been the Mayor for 10 years. During this expansions. I have proven Otis Corbin Jr. Chuck Aronhalt system with emergency new rescue equipment. I have also been able to help also increasing the level of service to our citizens without raising taxes. I have also been a member of Development Council for 8 the last 2 years. During the BP oil spill while neighbor ing counties were experi to increase our revenues more money being spent I am also a member of the Holmes County Chamber mes County Development Commission. Holmes County is my for the future by planning are the number one priority. As County Commis -sioner I will strive to make sure taxpayer monies are spent in the most eco nomical way possible while ensuring we get the most bang for our buck. I will also work closely with the Chamber, the Development employment opportunities to our area. Please vote on August Jim King Bonifay DemocratBobby SasnettWestville Republican I seek. I began my business in 1973. My company was the local economy. Sasnett management. I will bring to See SASNETT On Page 8 Stephen Herrington I want the people in Holmes County to understand that I have been J. Wayne Marsh for County Commissioner, District 5Political advertisement paid for and approved by J. Wayne Marsh, Democrat, Holmes County Commissioner, District 5 (Pd.Pol.Ad.)
8 Voters Guide Holmes County Times-Advertiser August 1, 2012 Continued From Page 7 the commission my experi ence, passion and drive. Let me work these same ac complish ments for you the voter. I have been ac tive and concerned for politics my entire adult life. Only God knows the future. I will always pray for guid ance. I think its going to be of us. I will do my best to oversee the budget, keep the County going in the best direction possible and absolutely do my best to bring good clean jobs back to Holmes County. I am a native of Holmes County. I graduated from Ponce de Leon High School. I have been a member of Grace Baptist Church for eight years. I am a member sociation, have worked with multiple grant programs to assist the elderly, spon sor of many youth activity programs, and a staunch supporter of emergency service (Fire EMS Sheriff). My pledge to you is to do the best job for the betterment of all Holmes County.District 3Jerry Cooley Bonifay Republican I am a candidate for District 3 because I am disappointed with the performance of my current commissioner. Todays economy calls for more strategic planning and budgeting of public funds. My work experi ence includes 30 years of selfemploy ment in retail agribusiness here in Holmes County. Prior to returning here in 1969, I served 6 years as a Naval for Holmes County brought me back here to raise my family. It has been my pleasure to serve on the I am Currently chairman and have seen many capital improvements as funded by cies for the airport. These efforts are indicative of the persistence and leadership I could apply as County Commissioner District 3. Prior political experience includes a term as Holmes County Commissioner Dis My vote always took the opinion of our citizens into consideration. I am a veteran I served in the US Navy six years, tor and advanced to rank of O-3. I served four years in Navy Reserve at New Or release from active duty. One of our greatest chal lenges for the county will be operating within our budget and obtaining state funds. We have to make the most convincing case for our endeavors and good communication skills will be vital. be your best choice for Hol mes County Commissioner, District 3. Vote for the man with experience, leadership and integrity. Phillip MusicBonifay DemocratDavid WhitakerBonifay Republican I decided to run for County Commissioner because I love living in Holmes County and want to be proactive in helping and progress of this county while preserving the tradi tions and heritage of the people in this county. My willingness to listen and understand the needs of the people of Holmes County along with my integrity and common sense approach make me the ideal candidate to Progress and Preserve Holmes county as we move forward. The experience I nancial background and the knowledge I have obtained through my Bachelors De gree in Business Manage ment provide me with the essential tools for making informed decisions on how to best spend taxpayer funds. No previous political expe rience. I am not a veteran. Challenges facing our county in the future will continue to be budgeting in a tuff economy and creating job opportunities for local residents. This can be accomplished by creating ways to bring in revenue for the county and proactively that best suit our unique needs. Bobby Sasnett SASNETT: County Commissioner candidates continue Jerry Cooley Holmes County resident, a member of the private sector workforce in Holmes County, a husband of a Holmes County educator, and a father of three children who will be raised and educated in Holmes County, I under stand the critical decisions that the citizens of Holmes County have to make in tions. We must elect a Commissioner who will be proactive in making Holmes County a better place to live by bringing paying jobs. However, we are at the same time tasked with electing a Commis sioner who understands that the best asset of the County is its citizens spirit of determination and persever ance. My name is David Whitaker, and I believe that I am the candidate in District 3 who best embod ies the vision of moving the County forward while preserving its deep rooted traditions. My education and experience working in both the public and private sector have prepared me to make informed deci sions regarding the most to spend taxpayer funds and stability. My knowledge of the Countys history, along with my willing ness to listen to the needs of its citizens, will allow me to make decisions in the best interest of all Holmes County residents. Finally, my honor and integrity, which is rooted in my Christian faith, will mandate that I always vote and advocate on the side of truth. With your vote in the upcoming months, together we can move the County in a direction that both our former and future genera tions will be proud.District 5Kristen MarellBonifay Democrat Holmes County needs lead ership for growth, and new management for the county, and with my leadership and See MARELL on Page 9 David Whitaker WELLSTIMforCLERK OF COURT WHO DO YOU WANT AS YOUR CLERK?The Clerk is responsible for: THERE IS ONE CLEAR CHOICE...TIM WELLS! NOV. 6
August 1, 2012 Holmes County Times-Advertiser Voters Guide 9Continued from Page 8 management skills I wanted the people of Holmes County to have the option to vote for that person capable of doing the job. Along with owning and managing a business, Im responsible for the bud geting, and safety program we have in place. Also Im responsible for our accounts receivable, and payable, payroll, and all accounting for our business including all taxes that are involved. My education is in insur business management, and accounting. Our Business is in the service industry, which services all of the Florida panhandle, includ ing Holmes County, and South Alabama, so during our economic downfall, and rising gas prices, I have proved my leadership, and ability to budget & help grow the business to main tain success. The only political of School as Vice President of my Junior class, but I feel as a business owner I deal in some form of politics daily. Even as an insurance agent politics played a huge daily role. Not a veteran. One challenge will be ap proving the budget for the county. Im familiar with the past 3 years county bud gets & I have concerns. As your county commis sioner, before I make any decisions on this important matter I will make it a prior ity to be educated on the budget as a whole, so when I approve it, I will be able to make the best decision for our county. Another challenge will be approving where monies are spent, & why they need to be spent. As your county commis background, know that I will always base my deci sions on the need & if that need is necessary. County Commissioners are mostly related to paving roads, grating dirt roads, & as they should be, but a County Commissioners role in Holmes County is so much more. Holmes County does not have a county manager like our surrounding counties do, so as a Holmes County Commissioner one impor tant role is to manage our county. Another important role is to approve the coun tys budget which includes many different departments throughout the county. They approve purchases needed for the county, & any grants different depart ments, or the county itself Another important role is they manage & approve the roads to be paved, & man age the county employees hired to grate the dirt roads, ways. They also manage the county employees who maintenance the county equipment. Holmes County Commis sioners are important for growth, & strength in our community & county. With my experience & education, I know Im the right person for the job. J.Wayne MarshBonifay Democrat I have always wanted to serve Holmes County in some form, because this is my home and I have great pride in living here. My knowledge and experi ences in owning my own business allows me to look ahead and research items that come before the Com missioners before making a decision. My business is successful and my ability to I have no previous political experience. I am not a veteran. The challenges that our County Commissioner face are ever changing. By being a business owner I have the experience and knowledge to face any challenge that may occur. I want the people in Holmes County to understand that I have been planning to run few years. I have placed myself in a position be able to serve this county in every way needed. I do not make quick decisions when it my best to work with the sure that the money coming into this county is spent and used wisely. Ron Monk Jr.Bonifay Democrat To improve Holmes County. Business owner, four years as a County Commissioner, Kristen Marell J. Wayne Marsh Faith and knowledge to listen and under stand the needs of our citizens. No previous political experience. I am not a veteran. The budget cuts we face will be hard to overcome. With hard work and my experience we can succeed. My experience and dedica tion to the work at hand will be valuable to the success of our county. Im grateful to have served the citizen s of Holmes County for the past four years and will appreciate your vote on Aug. 14.Bill ParishBonifay DemocratHarold SmithBonifay Democrat Having served previously as county commissioner, I felt the desire to serve the citizens of Holmes County again. Previously served 12 years as county commissioner. maintained a strong work ing relationship with the road department employ ees of my district. I met on a daily basis with the foreman to discuss work that needed to be done and of any problems that may have oc curred if a resident had a question or problem, I ensured that I returned their calls and worked to provide them an answer or to resolve the issue they had. No previous political experience. Veteran of the Air National Guard. I feel the need for services will rise while the county will face revenue problems due to the current econom ic state of the country as a See SMITH on Page 10 Ron Monk Harold Smith Re-electRon Monk Jr.for Holmes County Commission, District 5The past 4 years have been very rewarding seeing our county move in a positive direction. Thanks to a great staff weve made it possible to accomplish most of the tasks that have came before us without an increase in taxes. With your help we can continue to make Holmes County a better place to live. Your vote & support is greatly appreciated Ron Monk Jr.Political advertisement paid for and approved by Ron Monk Jr., Democrat, Holmes County Commission, District 5 WILBURN BAKER Our Children are Tomorrows FutureInvolved with the welfare of children in Holmes County School system for over 30 years. Available any time, day or night. Lifetime Resident with 35 years experience in health care, safety, administration, budgets and grants.