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BHS OURNAL Prom CLJNews.com W ednesday Office located in Bristol, FL PAGE 16 J MARCH 27, 2013 Vol. 33, No. 13 ‘Behind the Scenes’ show this Sunday to focus on ‘FINDING BIGFOOT’ episode set in this area

by Teresa Eubanks, Journal Editor It may be a few months before the Florida epi- sode of “Finding Big- foot” filmed here re- cently will air, but some of the background work done to create the show will be featured on Sun- day night’s “Finding Calhoun County’s elected officials take part in last week’s Super Council meeting in Blountstown. TERESA EUBANKS PHOTOS Bigfoot; Untold Sto- ries,” at 9 p.m. (ET) on Animal Planet. Ideas discussed, strategies presented While the “Finding Bigfoot” folks were film- ing their show at Torreya State Park, another crew at 8th Calhoun County Super Council was following them around to document how by Teresa Eubanks, Journal Editor of the Apalachicola River, thanks to the efforts of they put together the County commissioners, school board members, the Apalachicola Maritime Museum. popular series. council members from Altha and Blountstown, The boat, an authentic reproduction steam The second crew also along with the Blountstown City Manager and powered vessel, was built in 1983 and will offer filmed in Hosford - dur Assistant Manager gathered in the Heritage Room tours of the river with standing passenger service ing a “Town Hall” seg- at the Blountstown Library for the eighth Calhoun from Apalachicola to Chattahoochee and onto ment for the show, which County Super Council meeting Thursday night. Columbus, GA. featured local folks with A member of Rep. Steve Southerland’s staff also A few years ago the boat sank in a storm but stories to tell about attended. was repaired and later acquired by actress Debbie what they believe were The meeting, organized by Chamber Director Reynolds for the Hollywood Motion Picture encounters with some- Kristy Terry, gives county officials the opportunity Museum in California. Her son arranged for the thing unusual. Several to get updated on each group’s projects and plans boat to be donated to the museum in Apalachicola, students from Hosford as well as discuss ideas for the future. where the final stages of its renovation will be School were also at the Pleased with Thursday night’s turnout, Terry completed. meeting. emphasized the importance of working as a The vessel has six luxury staterooms with Bristol resident Sarah county. “We’ve got to get everyone on the same private baths, a mahogany-paneled salon with Carpenter is expected to page to work together and move forward,” she a working fireplace, a dining room, antique be featured in Sunday’s said. chandeliers and hardwood floors. The museum episode after one of the She started off the meeting by sharing some hopes to have it in operation by late summer or program’s producers tourism news that could help the area’s economy early fall. contacted her to identify with a little cooperation and planning. “It will definitely impact our community,” said her in an interview seg- PADDLEWHEELER ON THE RIVER Terry, who suggested that special events can be ment. RICHARD WILLIAMS A paddle wheeler will soon be plying the waters See SUPER COUNCIL MEETS on page 18 Suspect caught soon after liquor store armed robbery

by Teresa Eubanks, Journal Editor Owner Rosario Hall told investigators that on.’” A man arrested for Thursday nights armed she and a clerk were in the back room of the She handed over the cash and he dropped robbery of West End Liquors in Blountstown store a little after 10 p.m. March 21 when they a few bills as he went to the front door. Hall told investigators he did it because he was heard someone come in. Thinking it was a said he motioned for them to return to the depressed about his financial situation. customer, the clerk looked out and “saw a back room before he left. Justin Levi Lovett, 21, of Blountstown was man with a big knife,” said Hall. Hall tried But before he got to the door, he turned and charged with one count of armed robbery after to close the door to the storage room but the demanded a bottle of Patron tequila. Then the store owner was held at knifepoint and intruder pulled it open and shouted at her to he told Hall to give him a bottle of Maker’s forced to hand over cash from the register, give him the money. Mark bourbon as well. two bottles of alcohol and four packs of “He held the knife to my face and was She said he started to leave but stopped cigarettes, according to a report from the pushing me all the way to the cash register,” once more and ordered her to give him JUSTIN LEVI LOVETT Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office. Hall said. “He kept saying, ‘come on, come See LIQUOR STORE ROBBED on page 3

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Page 2 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL MARCH 27, 2013 Man charged with false imprisonment, strangling girlfriend after learning about a prior relationship by Teresa Eubanks, Journal Editor he would grab her hair and into pieces. She said he tried charges. She still had visible signs of A night out with her boyfriend shove her head into the side to push a pool table into her being in a physical altercation, including ended violently for a Liberty County door window. but the table collapsed. a black eye and redness around her woman, who filed charges after telling She said she tried to escape He finally went into the throat. investigators she was slapped, beaten and twice but each time he pulled bedroom and fell asleep. She Deputies picked up Dean Thursday choked by William Carlton Dean after he her back in the car by her said she couldn’t call for help morning at the home the two had shared, learned about a previous relationship hair. He hit her each time she because he smashed her cell where he was packing. she had. refused to answer any of his phone in the car and took the During a recorded interview at the She gave the following account to a questions. house phone to bed with him. sheriff’s office, he said he learned about deputy: When they got to their Abe He also threw her car keys his girlfriend’s relationship with another She and Dean, 38, drove to Quincy, Chester Road residence in out and she could not find man and things got out of hand. where they went out to dinner and then Bristol, she tried to get away them. She believed he took He denied keeping the woman from WILLIAM C. DEAN went to The Bottom Lounge. from him as he attempted to her set of spare keys as well. leaving, stating that she had a second While at the lounge, Dean spoke force her into the house. She said she fell asleep set of car keys. He denied throwing her with another man who told him he had When she fell to the ground next to from exhaustion and they awoke around other keys out in the yard. previously dated his girlfriend. She said a pool, she said he put his hands on her 5:30 a.m. She said she took him to When asked if he had broken Dean became enraged and called her a throat and said he would choke her and Quincy to get his truck so he could get the woman’s cell phone, he replied, liar when he came back inside. He told then threatened to throw her in the pool his things and leave. “Maybe.” her their relationship was over and he and drown her. When she got home, she showered and He then admitted to causing the wanted to go home so he could pack his She said his teenage son came out of went to work at Franklin Correctional bruising on her body. things and move. the house and asked his father to stop. Institution, where she saw a nurse about Dean was charged with felony When they got to the car, he became They went into the house, where the her injuries because she was having domestic battery by strangulation, false more angry and started swinging at her attacks continued. He chased her around difficulty breathing. imprisonment and tampering with a and yelling. He continued hitting her the dining room table and picked up a She left work and arrived at the witness. while they were in the car, and at times chair, slamming it down and breaking it Liberty County Sheriff’s Office to file His bond was set at $25,000.

Breath sample shows Argument leads to driver nearly 4 times threats at gunpoint over the legal limit An intoxicated man who almost ran head-on into a at Blountstown home deputy because he was driving at night with no lights A 62-year-old Marianna man is facing a charge of in the wrong lane was later found to be nearly four ARREST aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and battery times over the legal limit after the close call March 19. after a March 19 disturbance at a Parrish Avenue home in Blountstown. Charles Steven Miller, 49, of Bristol was charged REPORTS Billy Gene Carroll went with felony DUI. It was his third DUI arrest. compiled by Journal Editor to visit a woman at her home Sgt. Jody Hoagland of the Teresa Eubanks when he got into a dispute Liberty County Sheriff's Office with her 36-year-old son, who was traveling south on CR 12 said Carroll had not paid him near Veterans Memorial Park for work he did on his tractor, around 8 p.m. when he saw a Man charged with according to the arrest report. red car traveling northbound The argument became in his lane. He had to drive heated and Carroll was asked onto the shoulder of the road impersonating an to leave. He did, but returned to prevent a head-on collision. 30 minutes later with a gun. BILLY GENE CARROLL Once the car went past, he officer and altering The woman’s son said he armed himself with a baseball bat when he went CHARLES MILLER turned around and made a traffic stop in front of the his driver’s license outside to meet Carroll. He said Carroll pointed the Harrell Memorial Library. A Blountstown man gun at him and said he was going to kill him. When the woman positioned herself between the two men In his report, Hoagland noted that the driver was wearing an FDLE shirt to protect her son, Carroll put the barrel of the gun unable to roll down the window and seemed to have and carrying a BB against her forehead and said he would kill her unless trouble operating the vehicle's controls. When Miller pistol in a shoulder she moved. finally unlocked his door and it was opened, there was holster was arrested for Her son ran inside and called 911. Carroll left. impersonating a law a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from A neighbor who witnessed the incident confirmed inside the car. enforcement officer last the family’s account. Hoagland had to grab Miller to keep him from week. Calhoun County officers joined deputies from falling into the road and oncoming traffic as he The Blountstown Jackson County when they went to Carroll’s home on attempted to follow directions for a sobriety exercise. Police Department Hasty Pond Road, about a mile north of the Calhoun responded to a call about He was then charged with DUI and taken to the county RAYBURN HENDERSON County line. He was taken into custody without jail, where he gave two breath samples to determine a suspicious man that incident. his level of intoxication. The first sample was .299; appeared to be armed at A Ruger .22, loaded with six live bullets, was found the second was .282. The legal limit is .08. the Southern Express on Central Avenue around at the home. 2:30 p.m. March 20. Carroll told investigators he went to the home An officer was en route when the man left with the gun but denied getting it out of his truck. He Erratic driving results in the store on a green motorcycle, traveling north admitted showing his gun and telling the woman’s son on River Street. he would kill him if he came at him with the baseball DUI arrest for Ocala man Lt. Darryl Temple caught up with the man, bat. An Ocala man was charged with DUI after Calhoun who was identified County Deputy Christian Smith noticed him traveling as Rayburn Ronald erratically along SR 71 North last week. Henderson, 49. When According to the arrest report, Smith witnessed asked if he had any SHERIFF’S LOG the pickup driven by James Deardorff, 35, cross the firearms, Henderson centerline of the road several indicated he had a CALHOUN COUNTY March 22 times. The driver then activated •Justin Lovett, robbery with a weap- weapon in his shoulder March 18 on, CCSO. his right blinker and continued •Brandon Dickerson, VOSP, CCSO. holster, which held a •Bobby Hall, driving with license traveling north and onto the •James Deardorff, DUI, CCSO. BB pistol. suspended or revoked, CCSO. shoulder of the roadway. March 19 Henderson told March 23 The deputy pulled the truck •Diana Sumner, VOCP, CCSO. Temple he worked with •Joseph Whatley, driving with li- over and when he spoke with •Mark McGill, non-support, CCSO. the Florida Department cense suspended or revoked with the driver, noted the strong •Latoria Martin, failure to appear, knowledge, BPD. odor of an alcoholic beverage of Law Enforcement CCSO. (FDLE) and said he was March 20 coming from inside the vehicle LIBERTY COUNTY and saw a beer can sitting on their “head informant.” •Curt Johnson, driving with license JAMES DEARDORFF When Temple suspended or revoked with knowl- March 19 the floorboard. edge, BPD. •Jonathan Harrison, holding for Deardorff told him he was checked Henderson’s •Billy Carroll, aggravated assault Jackson County, LCSO. on his way to a motel in Marianna. When he stepped driver’s license, he with a deadly weapon, CCSO. •Issac Edwards, warrant arrest, out of his truck, he struggled to keep his balance. saw where Henderson •Rayburn Henderson, falsely im- LCSO. had written over his personating an officer, altered driver’s •Charles Miller, DUI, LCSO. He denied that he had been drinking and agreed license, BPD. to take a roadside sobriety test, but was unable to name and signed it as March 21 March 21 •William C. Dean, felony battery, complete any of the exercises. “Spunky Henderson.” •Carey Snell, disorderly conduct, kidnap, false imprisonment, tampering He was charged with DUI and taken to the county He was also charged BPD. with a witness, LCSO. jail. Two breath samples taken to determine his level with altering a driver’s •Carey Snell, VOCR, CCSO. •Delanna Hay, holding for Leon of intoxication gave readings of .195 and .201. The license. •Eric Tolley, driving with license sus- County, LCSO. pended or revoked, VOSP, possession March 22 legal limit is .08. His bond was set at of meth, CCSO. $6,000. •Cody Tucker, warrant felony ar- His bond was set at $1,500. •James Casey, VOCR (warrant for rest, resisting arrest without violence, battery), CCSO. LCSO. Listings include name followed by charge and identification of arresting agency. The names above represent those charged. We remind our readers that all are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Blountstown CITATIONS ISSUED: Police Dept. Accidents...... 04 Traffic Citations...... 24 Mar. 18 Special details (business escorts, traffic details)...... 84 through Business alarms...... 06 Mar. 24, Residential alarms...... 00 2013 Complaints...... 41 FEBRUARY 27, 2013 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL Page 3 Days of rain leave a soggy scene

ABOVE & BELOW: Two Bristol homes become islands. behind

BELOW: An Altha field softens into mud after a week of soaking rainfall. RIGHT: Water laps over Lee Farm Road.

Residents are still adjusting to the rising waters that crossed roads and surrounded homes following several days of heavy rainstorms. ABOVE: Water envelopes a small house near Fuqua Circle in Altha. LEFT: Fuqua Circle became a watery expanse. BELOW: Sheds are in danger of disappearing into the water at the boat landing at Ochlockonee River at the Liber- ty and Leon County line. PHOTOS BY JEAN WEEKS and RHONDA LEWIS

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Disorderly conduct Happy Easter lands man in jail A 65-year-old man is being held without bond for violating the conditions of his community release Come in and pick up following his March 20 arrest those last minute basket for disorderly conduct. ARREST goodies and candy for A Blountstown Police your little bunnies Officer who responded to a REPORTS report of a drunk pedestrian All Easter found Cary Lee Snell standing compiled by Journal Editor

items, outside the front entrance of the Teresa Eubanks Southern Express on E. Central dresses Avenue shortly after 10 p.m., % drinking a beer. & kid’s O Snell had just been inside, F Traffic stop results clothes where he was talking loudly F CARY LEE SNELL 25 and had been asked several in meth arrest along times to leave. Willow Tree While speaking with the officer, Snell became .....40% off agitated and began cursing loudly. When he refused with license charge to calm down, he was taken into custody. A Thursday night traffic stop resulted in the arrest of a 33-year-old Altha man for possession of methamphetamine and driving with a suspended Teen charged with battery on license. Blountstown Eric Tolley was arrested mother and criminal mischief after it was verified that his A 19-year-old Fountain man was charged with driver’s license had been DRUGS domestic battery and criminal mischief after an suspended for failure to pay 20370 Central Ave W • (850)674-2222 altercation with his mother on March 14. fines. According to the arrest An off-duty deputy aware report, William Harold Morgan that Tolley was not supposed was hitting the family dog when to be driving saw him at a gas his mother intervened. She said station at Hwy. 71 and 275 and he then threatened to hit his contacted the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office. ERIC TOLLEY younger siblings. It was also found that he She said things escalated had an outstanding warrant out of Gulf County for until his nose was nearly violation of probation. touching hers as he screamed Following his arrest, Tolley’s car was searched at her. She said when she put WILLIAM MORGAN and a container that held approximately one gram her hands on his shoulders to of a powdery substance was found inside the glove back him away, he grabbed her compartment. The container’s contents tested positive and tackled her, causing her to fall into a chair. for methamphetamine. He then walked into his room, where he began Tolley is being held without bond at the Calhoun punching holes in the walls. County Jail due to the probation violation.

Quincy man gets 10 years for child exploitation TALLAHASSEE – On March 21, Kevin Lee Butler, particularly Homeland Security Investigations, the 23, of Quincy, was sentenced to ten years in federal Florida Department of Law Enforcement, the United prison for using the internet in an attempt to entice a States Marshals Service, and the Tallahassee Police minor to engage in sexual activity. The sentence was Department. Ms. Marsh said, “The protection of the announced by Pamela C. Marsh, United States Attorney children in our community remains a priority of the for the Northern District of Florida. Department of Justice, and great praise is deserved by AN In October 2011, Butler replied to an internet ad all of our law enforcement partners who contributed posted as part of an undercover investigation conducted to the success of this investigation.” by the North Florida Internet Crimes Against Children The case was prosecuted by Assistant United States EASTER (“ICAC”) Task Force. The ad purported to be from a Attorney Herbert Lindsey. “single mom” of a 12 year-old girl. Butler exchanged a series of emails with the undercover agent who was WISH posing as the child’s mother. During the course of LIQUOR STORE ROBBED the exchanges, Butler made arrangements to travel continued from the front page May your heart and your to Tallahassee for the purpose of having sex with the 12 year old. When he arrived at the meeting place, he cigarettes. She handed over four packs and he left and basket be overflowing with was arrested. she hit the store’s panic button, notifying their alarm Butler pled guilty to this offense in January. As company which contacted the sheriff’s office. good things at this special part of Butler’s sentence, United States District Judge SUSPECT FOUND WITHIN THE HOUR time of year. Happy Easter. Robert L. Hinkle also imposed a life time term of Using the description given by the store owners, supervised release, with the conditions that Butler officers began canvassing the area to look for a stocky- The Calhoun-Liberty attend sex offender treatment, that he register as a sex built white male about 6 feet tall with shaggy brown offender, and that his computers, and other electronic hair. She said he wore a hooded green jacket with devices be subject to search by his probation officer blue jeans. A black bandana covered the lower half JOURNAL and by law enforcement. of his face. and United States Attorney Marsh credited the About 40 minutes after the robbery, Deputy Todd CLJNews.com success of this prosecution to the joint efforts of the Wheetley spotted an unfamiliar pickup traveling west agencies participating in the North Florida ICAC, on SW Barfield Road. He noticed the tag lights were out and initiated a traffic stop. The driver fled and then stopped at a nearby address, where the deputy caught We’d like to thank all of up with him. you for being so kind and When Lovett got out of the single-cab truck, generous with us during Wheetley realized he matched the description of the this time. Please accept robber and saw that he was wearing a large knife on our warm sincere wishes for his belt. The arrest report noted that Lovett appeared a wonderful Easter holiday, decorated with peace, love, intoxicated. When the suspect went to the back of friendship and joy. his truck to relieve himself, he removed his knife and sheath and hid it. Lovett was then put in restraints. “Come Home to Rehab” A bottle of Patron and Maker’s Mark were in plain view inside the vehicle. One hundred and ninety-eight dollars in cash was found behind the passenger’s seat. Two unopened packs of cigarettes were also found. The store owner was brought to the scene and identified Lovett. Lovett lives on SR 20 in Blountstown, “about two minutes away” from the liquor store, according to Lt. Jared Nichols. He said Lovett was at the liquor store that afternoon and had purchased alcohol. HOURS OF DRINKING Lovett told investigators he had been drinking a lot that day. He said he bought a bottle of Jagermeister from the liquor store that afternoon and a six-pack of beer from a grocery store, drinking all of it alone. He said he split another six-pack with his stepfather. We’re Almost Done He said he was upset over his lack of money and decided to rob the liquor store. We anticipate being able to complete He said he parked about a quarter of a mile away construction of our private rooms really soon. from the store before going inside and demanding cash, The rooms will contain the latest of any ser- Blountstown liquor and cigarettes. He said he didn’t remember the vice offered elsewhere, but the best feature details of the robbery because of how much he had been of these rooms will be the tranquility they can Health & Rehab drinking, but he did recall fleeing from the store to a provide during your healing process. The 16690 SW Chipola Road unit will feature a separate private entrance BLOUNTSTOWN • Across from the Piggly Wiggly building east of the store and then going to his truck. and the experience of privacy and tranquility He said he acted alone and no one knew what will continue throughout your stay. happened until he got home and told his mother. Phone (850) 674-4311 He is being held on $150,000 bond. MARCH 27, 2013 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL Page 5 Girl Scout Troop 30 to build dog park in Sam Atkins Park Does the thought of taking your owned property, the Juniors will be dog to the park sound fun? The able to express their creativity by Juniors in Girl Scout Troop 30 of designing and building an off-leash Blountstown will be building a Dog park area for dogs. Park to earn their Bronze Award. They hope to have hurdles, tun- The Bronze Award is the high- nels, watering station, platforms est award a Junior Girl Scout can and much more. earn. In order to fulfill the require- The Juniors have a lot of work ments, the Juniors must complete a ahead of them and need as much minimum of 20 hours building their help as possible. They are asking team, exploring their community, for donations to help fund the park. Second Annual Bikers 4 Kids choosing their project, planning Please watch for containers set fundraiser planned on April 20 it, putting their plan in motion up around the community or contact Local bikers are putting on a run April 20. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and spreading the word about the Brittny Wooten (850) 832-6777, for Liberty County 4-H to help youth (ET), kickstands up at 10 a.m. with project. Chrissy Carpenter (850) 674-5025, attend 4-H Camp Timpoochee in all bikes returning at 12 p.m. for lunch The girls started by exploring or Carolyn Fowler (850) 447-1293 Niceville. and door prizes. Entry fee is $20 and their communities and coming up to donate or for more information. We would like to welcome everyone $5 for a passenger. with ideas of ways to help. They They hope to have it completed out to the Veterans Memorial Civic If you have any questions please call voted to build a Dog Park near Sam by May 25. Center to join in on the ride Saturday, 643-2229 and ask for Cathia Schmarje. Atkins Park. After presenting their idea to the County Commission- ers, they were granted a space on County property behind the Pioneer Calhoun/Liberty Settlement and Horse Arena. It is a very beautiful space with picnic Relay for Life tables and trails. Within a small area of the 160 acres of fenced county set for April 5-6 The Calhoun/Liberty Relay for Life event will be held on Friday and Saturday, April 5-6 at Sam Atkins Park in Blountstown. The relay begins at 7 p.m. (ET) on Friday and ends at 12 p.m. (ET) on Wednesday, March 27 Saturday. TODAY’S MEETINGS BIRTHDAYS Please come by and celebrate with • Rotary Club, noon, Calhoun- Troy Brady, Matthew the survivors and caregivers and honor Liberty Hospital the memory of those who have lost the • AA, 7 p.m., Calhoun County Layfield, Brooke Hall, battle to cancer. Old Ag Bldg. east door, in front of jail Christopher McClain We are “Hunting for a Cure” to celebrate more birthdays. There will Thursday, March 28 be fun for all ages, food, games, en- tertainment and more. BIRTHDAYS ~ Elaine Anders, Amanda For more information contact Dana King, Debby Grantham, Hannah Moore, Burns at (850) 556-5414. Debra Grantham and Missy Nobles Blountstown Public TODAY’S MEETINGS Library presents A • AA, 7 p.m., basement of Calhoun Courthouse Shiver Reunion • VFW Post 12010, 7:30 p.m., Veterans Civic Center Sprinkling of Spring • Bristol Girl Scout Troop #303, 6:30 p.m. (ET) The Club planned April 13 The Blountstown Public Library in- The descendents of John William vites you to come see a new art exhibit and Hannah Clemmons Shiver are of watercolors called “A Sprinkling Friday, March 29 welcome to attend the annual Shiver of Spring!” Reunion on Saturday, April 13 at the The artist, Anna Layton, will be BIRTHDAY Blue Angel Recreation Area in Pen- displaying a collection of works to Nancy Brooks Mears sacola. welcome the springtime and says she Reunion begins at 10 a.m. and lunch loves to paint "with a pallet plum full will be served at 12:30 p.m. Family of colors." is welcome to visit for the remainder The pieces are scattered through- Saturday, March 30 of the day. out the library so come take a stroll BIRTHDAY ~ Glenda Sue Vickery Bring a covered dish of your choice. down this garden path. If you happen There will be plenty of entertainment to be around stop by on Wednesday for everyone including beach front vol- afternoon, April 3 and Anna will dem- Easter Fun leyball, children’s play ground, fishing onstrate her watercolor techniques for and swimming. Dress comfortably for you. She will be planted at the round the beach. table to the right of the front desk from Adult Dance, 8-12 p.m. see page 4 for a For more information contact Bert 1-3 p.m. at the Legion Hall in Btown list of activities Shiver at (903) 854-4161. Waldorff/Waldroff Sunday, March 31 family reunion set for April 6 in Altha The Waldorff/Waldroff Family Reunion will be held Saturday, April 6 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the home of Betty & Maxie Waldorff on Highway 71 in Altha. Lunch will be served at 12 p.m. Monday, April 1 Bring a covered dish to share. All fam- BIRTHDAY ~ Linda Bailey Liberty Early ily and friends are invited to attend. No TODAY’S MEETINGS Learning raises invitations will be sent. • Boy Scout Troop 206, 7 p.m., Veterans Civic Center For more information contact Mari- • Altha Girls Scout Troop #39, 6 p.m., Altha $361.90 for lyn Wright at (850) 674-1939 or (850) Community Center • Panhandle Creative Crafters “Bizzie Bees”, 624-0937. 5-8 p.m. (CT), WT Neal Civic Center, Blountstown Relay for Life Liberty Early Learning Center held Tuesday, April 2 their annual ‘Coins for a Cure’ drive to raise money for Relay for Life. TODAY’S MEETINGS BIRTHDAY ~ Betty J. Smith Children brought in their loose 5,347 • Calhoun Commission, 2 p.m., That’s how many copies Ag. Bldg., across from Courthouse change to compete for the top spot. of The Calhoun-Liberty • Altha Boy Scouts, 7 p.m., Altha VFD Ms. Connie Dowdy’s and Ms. Alycia Journal were distributed last • AA, 6 p.m., Altha Community Center Black’s class raised the most money. • Mossy Pond VFD Aux., 6 p.m., Fire House They are pictured with a check for the week, ensuring plenty of • Mayhaw Community Action Group, coverage for your announce- 6 p.m., St. Paul AME Church in Btown District Office team. ments and great response for • Dixie 109 Masonic Lodge, 7 p.m. (CT), Dixie Lodge in B’town The total amount raised in the drive • Liberty Chamber of Commerce, 7 p.m., Apalachee Restaurant was $361.90. All classes received an our business advertisers! • AA Meeting, 7-8 p.m., Grace United Methodist Church, Hosford ice cream party for their efforts. • Girl Scout Troop #39, 6 p.m., Page Pond Assembly of God Church in Altha

The Calhoun-Liberty Journal is JOURNAL STAFF published each Wednesday by the Liberty Journal Inc., Johnny Eubanks...... Publisher Summers Road, P.O. Box 536, THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL Teresa Eubanks...... Editor Bristol, FL 32321. Located at 11493 NW Summers Road in Bristol Annual subscriptions are $18. MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. Box 536, Bristol, FL 32321 Sandra Brown...... Bookkeeper Periodicals postage paid at Bristol, FL TELEPHONE (850) 643-3333 Fax (888) 400-5810 Visit us on Debbie Duggar...... Advertising POSTMASTER: Send address corrections Facebook at EMAIL: [email protected] (USPS 012367) OFFICE HOURS: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. M-F to: P.O. Box 536, Bristol, FL 32321. CLJNews ADS: [email protected] Summers Road Page 6 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL MARCH 27, 2013 SR. CITIZENS Liberty Co. Senior Citizens events for April include annual fishing tournament, bingo, shopping, exercises and crafts The Liberty County Senior Citizens Center and we will do a Grand Finale Liberty Transit at 643-2524 no later than everyone join us for the fun. We are Association has scheduled the following game for a Grand Prize. Salad and dessert 3 p.m. Friday, April 19. looking forward to a great turnout! All events for the month of April: will be served with lunch. Call Liberty Thursday, April 25 at 11 a.m. – Hos- proceeds from this Fundraiser go to the Thursday, March 28 at 11 a.m. – Transit at 643-2524 no later than 3 p.m. ford Senior Center, Bingo with Cindy Liberty County Senior Citizens Associa- Easter Party/Lunch at the Bristol Senior Monday, April 15 for transportation to from Blountstown Rehab. Call Liberty tion to enable continuing services to the Citizens Center. the Bristol Center. Transit at 643-2524 no later than 3 p.m. seniors of Liberty County. We sincerely Friday, March 29 – The Liberty Wednesday, April 17 from 9 a.m. Monday, April 22 to schedule your Transit thank everyone who supports the ongoing County Bristol Senior and Liberty County until 11:30 a.m. – Community Outreach pick up. services for our seniors. Transit offices will be closed. There will . at the First Baptist Church of Bristol Thursday, April 25 – Shopping at Tuesday, April 30 at 11 a.m. – Bris- be no meal deliveries on this date. there will be a representative to dis- the Bristol Piggly Wiggly. Call Liberty tol Senior Center, We are going to play Tuesday, April 2 at 10:30 a.m. – Craft cuss services that are provided by and Transit at 643-2524 no later than 3 p.m. Bingo at the Bristol Senior Center and Day at the Hosford Senior Center. We through Liberty County Senior Citizens Monday, April 22 to schedule your Transit we will do a Grand Finale game for a welcome new seniors for this activity. If and Liberty County Transit for Seniors pick up. Grand Prize. Salad and dessert will be you need transportation to the Hosford of Liberty County. Anyone needing Friday, April 26 – This is the Big served with lunch. Call Liberty Transit Center, call Liberty Transit at 643-2524 transportation to this Outreach should Day! The Liberty County Senior Citizens at 643-2524 no later than 3 p.m. Friday, no later than 3 p.m. Thursday, March 28. call Liberty Transit at 643-2524 no later 12th Annual Flathead Fishing Tourna- April 26 for transportation to the Bristol Thursday, April 4 – Shopping at the than 3 p.m. Friday, April 12 to schedule ment/Fundraiser begins. Hamburger, hot Center. Marianna Walmart. Call Liberty Transit a Transit ride. dogs, fries and drinks will be available The Bristol Senior Center is open at 643-2524 no later than 3 p.m. Monday, Thursday, April 18 at 10:30 a.m. – for purchase at 11 a.m. Fishing begins at Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 April 1 to reserve your Transit ride. Another fun exercise day at the Bristol 5 p.m. and will continue through 1 p.m. p.m. The Hosford Center is open Monday Tuesday, April 9 – Movies and lunch Senior Center. The exercises are Senior on Saturday, April 27. through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Tallahassee. Call Liberty Transit at Friendly and Senior Healthy. Call Liberty Saturday, April 27 – Fishing tourna- Seniors are welcome to come for a hot meal 643-2524 no later than 3 p.m. Thursday, Transit at 643-2524 no later than 3 p.m. ment continues. Hamburgers, hot dogs, served at noon and to enjoy socialization April 4 to schedule your Transit ride. Monday, April 15 for transportation to fries and drinks will be available for with others. Call 643-5690 to make a meal Wednesday, April 11 at 11 a.m. the Bristol Center purchase at 11 a.m. Split The Pot/Dona- reservation the day before you plan to at- – Exercise Day at the Hosford Senior Thursday, April 18 – Shopping at tion $1 per ticket, Donation $1 per ticket tend. If you need transportation to either Center. Come join us; these exercises the Tallahassee Walmart and then enjoy for a chance to win $500. All drawings center, you will need to call Liberty Transit are Senior Friendly and Senior Healthy. lunch. Call Liberty Transit at 643-2524 will begin at 1 p.m. Trophies and prize at 643-2524 three (3) working days before For transportation to the Hosford Center, no later than 3 p.m. Monday, April 15 to monies will be awarded for the winners of you plan to attend. AHCH Homemaking call Liberty Transit at 643-2524 no later reserve your Transit Ride. the Fishing Tournament. Liberty County & Companion Services; Registered Cer- than 3 p.m. Monday, April 8. Tuesday, April 23 - We are going to Senior Citizens always enjoys having tificate #12175/License #5945. Thursday, April 11 – Shopping at play Bingo at the Hosford Senior Center the Piggly Wiggly. Call Liberty Transit and we will do a Grand Finale game for at 643-2524 no later than 3 p.m. Monday a Grand Prize. Salad and dessert will be April 3 to schedule your Transit pick up. served with lunch. Call Liberty Transit Calhoun County Senior Citizens Monday, April 15 at 7 p.m. – The at 643-2524 no later than 3 p.m. Friday, Liberty County Senior Citizens Board of April 19 for transportation to the Bristol announces upcoming travel dates Directors will meet at the Bristol Senior Center. The Calhoun County Senior Citizens double. Balcony: $5,099 single, $3,499 Center. The public is welcome to attend. Wednesday, April 24 at 10:30 a.m. announces available upcoming trips. pp double. Tuesday, April 16 at 11 a.m. – We are – Craft Day at the Bristol Senior Center. Trips are not limited to senior citizens; *Hard Rock Casino—Tampa, Aug. going to play Bingo at the Bristol Senior For transportation to the Center, call trips are available to the public. 24- 25, 2013. Cost: $159 single, $119 pp double. *Jamestown/Williamsburg, VA/ *Golden Isle Getaway (Jekyll Island), Calhoun Sr. Citizens cookout April 5 Washington, DC/Lancaster, PA, June Oct. 28-30, 2013. Cost: $619 single, The Calhoun County Senior Citizens deliver your order) or stop by the corner 7-15, 2013. Cost: $1,799 single, $1,349 $449 pp double, $419 pp triple or quad. Association will be sponsoring a grilled of Hwy. 71 and 20 in the old Police pp double, $1,199 pp triple & quad. *Callaway Gardens, Nov. 15-16, chicken cookout on Friday, April 5. Department lot. *Atlanta Braves & Six Flags Over 2013. Cost: $309 single, $239 pp double, The cost will be just $6 per plate. To place an order call 674-4163 or Georgia. July 4-5, 2013. Cost: $289 $229 pp triple & quad. We will be serving grilled chicken leg fax 674-8384. single, $239 double, $219 triple or quad. *Branson Christmas, Dec. 2-7, 2013. quarter, green beans, cole slaw, bread All proceeds will go to benefit Cal- *Hawaii Tour, July 19-27, 2013. Cost: $1,169 single, $899 pp double, and dessert. houn County Senior Citizens. Great Price on double Balcony! Cost: $819 pp triple/quad. We will deliver three or more orders Come out and support the Calhoun Inside, $4,199 single, $2,899 pp double. Please call 674-4163 if interested in (make sure you indicate what time to Sr. Citizens. Oceanview: $4,899 single, $3,299 pp any of the trips.

“Freedom from Eye Glasses, Now Cataracts? a reality for many.” Smart Lenses Dr. Mullis’s Smart LensSM procedure can produce clear vision without eyeglasses. Close-up, Far away & In-between Wishing every bunny a happy and Mullis Eye Institute wonderful Easter with family & friends. 4320 5th Ave. Marianna (2 Blks from Jackson Hospital) (850) 526-7775 or 1(800)769-3429 The Calhoun County CALL TODAY for a Smart Lens Evaluation In Memory of Lee Mullis M.D. Main office located in Panama City. NO HIDDEN CHARGES: It is our policy that the patient and any other person responsible for payments has the right to refuse COURTHOUSE will be to pay, cancel payment or be reimbursed by payment or any other service, examination or treatment which is performed as a result of and within 72 hours or responding to the advertisement for the free, discounted fee or reduced fee service, examination or treatment. CLOSED for Good Friday on March 29. THE CITY OF BRISTOL Carla Hand, ANNOUNCES Clerk of Court 2013 APPLICATION PERIOD Back Corner Florist OWNER FOR RESIDENTIAL Heather Willis SEWER IRRIGATION RATES Get ready for your RESIDENTIAL USERS of the Bristol Mu- nicipal Wastewater System who wish to Easter celebrations have a fixed sewer rate for the 2013 sum- •Easter Baskets mer months may apply for an irrigation rate for sewer services by making applica- •Easter Flowers tion to the City of Bristol at the office of the •Easter Gifts City Clerk, 12444 NW Virginia G. Weaver •And more! Street, Bristol, Florida during regular busi- ness hours now through April 19, 2013. Come in Saturday and meet the Easter Bunny The Sewer Irrigation Rate is determined as follows: A three month water usage aver- age will be calculated utilizing the usages re- flected on the preceding December, January, February, and March water bills, discarding Every Saturday the highest bill and using the 3 lowest bills for Here’s hoping your Easter calculation purposes. Based upon this aver- holiday is brimming with joy! age usage, the sewer irrigation rate will be Full Service Florist/Gift Shop determined according to calculation methods •Weddings •Funerals •Birthdays established in City of Bristol Ordinance 2011- The Liberty Co. Landfill •Anniversaries •Mother’s Day •New Baby 02. The Sewer Irrigation Rate will be effective •Centerpieces •And More for 6 billing cycles beginning May 1, 2013 and will be CLOSED BRIGHTEN UP SOMEONE’S ending October 1, 2013. Friday, March 29 DAY WITH A BOUQUET! Questions regarding the Sewer Irrigation Rate in observance of Good Friday. in Strickland’s Hardware may be addressed to Robin M. Hatcher, City If you have any questions, (850) 643-2336 Clerk at (850) 643-2261. call us at 643-3777. SR 20 in Bristol MARCH 27, 2013 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL Page 7

Create Your FORMAL LOOK at Ember Manning performs at Florida The Diamond Corner Women’s Hall of Fame at Capital Tuxedo Ember Manning per- He enjoys spending time with formed a musical selection his family, playing piano at Rentals at the 2012-2013 Florida home and for his church, HProms Women’s Hall of Fame upon writing songs and reading. HWeddings request to return. Ember sang Ember Manning resides H in 2010 and again on March in Panama City with her dad, And more! 20, 2013. Mitchell Manning mom, sister and dog, Charlie. Adult to Children sizes played for the reception that Ember is in the eighth grade Many styles and colors was held in the Historic Old at Deane Bozeman School to choose from Capitol. where she enjoys Choir, Mitchell Manning resides Science and History. Ember ALTHA Prom in Panama City with his wife, loves to sing and hopes to order by April 5 Kellee and two daughters, become a Teacher when she and get Ember and Sydney. Mitchell grows up. FREE SHIPPING earned a degree in Informa- Mitchell is the son and PROM DATES tion Studies from Florida Ember is the granddaughter 3Wewa, April 6 State University in 2000 and of the Florida Commission 3Altha, April 13 is currently employed as a on the Status of Women’s 20634 E. Central Blountstown • Phone (850) 674-8801 Software Developer with with Ferguson Enterprises Inc. and Assistant Director Michele “Fine Jewelry & Gifts” CUSTOM FRAMING • LAYAWAYS • JEWELRY REPAIR CACI Inc. in Panama City. Mitch- NASA in Newport News, VA and S. Manning and her husband, James ell has been employed previously Bonnier Corporation in Winter Park. of Hosford.

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DILLON BLOUNT Dillon Blount will celebrate his 10th birthday on Sunday, March 31. He is the son of Tonia Parker Blount of Hosford and Sol and Robin wedding Blount of Blountstown. His siblings are Zackery and Jon Blount and Kylee and Seth Harrell. His grandparents are Teresa Sadler, Kenneth Parker Clint Hatcher and Shannan and Mary Louise and the late Phillip Blount, all of McClain married March 16 Quincy. He will celebrate Clint Hatcher and Shannan McClain exchanged with a Carnival party vows on Saturday, March 16 at the Circle S Planta- At John Thomas Porter Park on Tuesday, April 16 tion on the Chipola River. They were very grateful to beside the Grand Ridge School with family and friends be surrounded by the love of both family and friends. at Veterans Memorial The couple will reside in Altha. Grand Ridge Park. SPRING FESTIVAL Emmitt Mims & Easter Egg Hunt kills TH 7-point March 30 buck Emmitt Mims killed 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. this 7 point on buck The Town of Grand Ridge is gearing up for on Thursday, Jan. 31 its Spring Festival and Easter Egg Hunt!!! in Bristol. He went to shoot a doe, but came It features an Easter Egg Hunt at 10 a.m. and 12:30 back with horns! p.m. with 3 different age divisions having a total of 12 Emmitt is the son of golden eggs worth $25 each and a coloring contest with Richard and Christina prizes. Admission to this event is free, but there are Mims of Bristol. small fees for the children’s activities. There will be no charge for the egg hunt or for the coloring contest.

There will be something for everyone including arts, Airman Equasha L. Colley crafts, food vendors, children’s games and activities, and live bunny photos from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There are graduates from basic training a variety of activities for children and adults. Vendors Air Force Airman Equasha L. will be selling T-shirts, homemade jellies, candles, Colley graduated from basic military handmade crafts, jewelry, carnival foods, corndogs, training at Lackland Air Force Base, chicken on a stick, shrimp on a stick, corn, San Antonio, TX. sausage dogs, and snoballs. Games and activities The airman completed an intensive, for the children will include train rides, helicopter eight-week program that included rides, Race Mania, slides, a bouncy house and more. training in military discipline and We are inviting vendors to participate. studies, Air Force core values, physical Vendor spaces are $25 each with proceeds fitness, and basic warfare principles going to Sneads High School Project and skills. Graduation 2013. Any vendors that wish to Airmen who complete basic training participate are encouraged to contact Crystal Avriett earn four credits toward an associate at (850) 573-6750 or at [email protected]. in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Funded in part by the Jackson Co. Tourist Colley is the daughter of Audrey Development Council, East Jackson Co. Economic Colley of East Marion Street, Chatta- Development Council and Town of Grand Ridge hoochee, and Edward Colley of North West State Road 12, Bristol. She is a 2012 graduate of West Gadsden High School, Quincy. Page 8 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL MARCH 27, 2013 COMMENTARY Late Night Laughs A RECAP OF RECENT OBSERVATIONS BY LATE NIGHT TV HOSTS. Harvard was knocked out of the NCAA tourna- ment in the second round. But don’t kid yourself. This Harvard basketball team went somewhere no other team has gone: to class. — JAY LENO

There was a big upset this weekend in the NCAA tournament, when San Diego State was upset by 15th seed Florida Gulf Coast University. Yeah, Florida Gulf Coast University. Even the Univer- sity of Phoenix Online was like, “Who?” — JIMMY FALLON

New Secretary of State John Kerry — what do you think? Is he getting the job done? I don’t know. It’s hard to trust a secretary of state who is not wearing a pantsuit. — DAVID LETTERMAN

A rattlesnake handler in Texas is recovering in the hospital after being bitten for the 12th time. If you’re a rattlesnake handler and you’ve been bitten 12 times, are you really a handler? Aren’t you just a guy who doesn’t know how to pick up snakes? — JAY LENO

Monday night was the beginning of the eight-day The Cost of War: What did 10 Jewish holiday of Passover, when God freed the Jews from slavery in Egypt. In other words, his- tory’s first spring break. — CONAN O’BRIEN years of fighting in Iraq cost? America was duped into the Iraq War by lies Iraqi people, Shiites, Sunnis and Kurds, by mili- The average American works six months a year from President Bush and Vice President Cheney. tary force failed. Cheney’s promise of a peace- for the government. Think about that. Govern- Bush Cheney and their neocon friends convinced loving, tranquil Iraqi society is a joke. Even the ment employees don’t even work six months a America that if the U.S. did not invade Iraq and dumbest in Washington, and there are many, year for the government. — DAVID LETTERMAN take care of that despot Saddam should have known that Iraqi Hussein, we were all going to die in society is really three tribes, all John Kerry visited Iraq and also Afghanistan. a nuclear mushroom cloud. It was OX’S of which hate each other. Like Meanwhile, Israeli President Benjamin Netan- all a lie. There were no weapons of ORNER it or not, the only force that can yahu is meeting with Dennis Rodman. mass destruction in Iraq. C foster some degree of coopera- — DAVID LETTERMAN The best account of the “scam- Jerry Cox is a retired military tion among these dispirit ethnic ming of America” is the book, officer and writer with an extensive groups is a despotic leader like background in domestic and A 33-year-old woman in Britain claims to have Curve Ball. The “Iraqi defector” Saddam Hussein. an allergic reaction to exercise. She says every foreign policy issues. He lives in who claimed that Hussein had Okaloosa County. But, it is what it is. The U.S. time she exercises, she has an allergic reaction. weapons of mass destruction de- now “owns” Iraq. The U.S. has Actually, I have that. You know how I treat it? fected to the Germans. The German the world’s largest and most Pizza. — JAY LENO Intelligence Service named the de- expensive embassy in Baghdad fector Curve Ball and warned the U.S that Curve which is hidden in the Green Zone behind fences The former Pope got together today with the new Ball was a flake and not to be trusted or believed. and locked gates. I doubt that few U.S. Foreign Pope for a Pope reunion special. They referred Not to be deterred by facts, Bush Cheney used Service officers venture into the streets of Bagh- to each other as New Pope and Pope Classic. Curve Ball for their claims of aluminum tubes dad. — JIMMY KIMMEL and other mass destruction devices. The war in Afghanistan is due to end in 2014. During my 32 years in the military, I heard Why wait? Does anyone think that the U.S. is go- There’s a growing trend of older Americans who many threat briefings. When ing to turn the Afghan people are using marijuana in their retirement. That I heard the Bush Cheney de- or the Taliban into a demo- makes sense because old people are always Corruption abounds scription of the threat, I knew cratic, peace-loving people talking about their joints. — JIMMY FALLON they were cooking the books. in foreign countries in the next 12 months. We Reminded me of the Cold War couldn’t accomplish the Actress Tilda Swinton gave an unusual perfor- days when the intelligence units when the U.S. tries to “Cheney transformation” in mance at the Museum of Modern Art this week- would predict the Soviet Union the past 10 years, so, I’d say, end. She slept in a glass box in the middle of buy their allegiance. invasion of Western Europe. If “Too late.” the museum all day. If you are in New York, for The Transparency $20 you can watch Tilda Swinton sleep in a box. they were to be believed, hoards What did the 10 years of In L.A. you can watch Gary Busey pass out in of Soviet aircraft, tanks and in- International Group fighting in Iraq cost in lives public for free. — JIMMY KIMMEL fantry would fly and march and money? The Cost of across the northern German ranks Iraq as the 8th War Project at Brown Uni- Doctors in Canada were shocked after pulling a plain and “whup us like a rented most corrupt country. versity provides answers, 3-inch knife blade from the back of a 32-year-old mule.” but the answers are not what man. The knife had been in there for three years. I was the Operations Officer we would like to hear. Imagine that, the guy had a knife in his back for in the 32 Squadron in the Netherlands. My squad- According to Neta C. Crawford, co-director of three years. He must have worked at NBC too. ron of F-4 fighters would be the first to engage the project at Brown University, at the time of the — JAY LENO the “Soviet threat,” and our fighter pilot view Iraq invasion there were no Al Qaeda forces in was, “Come on over, and we’ll see who does the Iraq. Now, they are in Iraq, and they attack U.S. A company in North Carolina is selling a $60 IQ ‘whupping.’” When the Soviet Union collapsed, support troops, Iraqi forces and civilians. test that people can give their dogs. If you spend the world learned that the Soviet Union military Crawford points out that the invasion of Iraq 60 bucks on a dog IQ test, maybe YOU should forces were a “hollow force.” However, Amer- didn’t intimidate the Iranians and North Koreans. take that IQ test. There’s no way I’d make my ica’s military-industrial complex and political Further, the Afghan war has spread into Pakistan. dog take an IQ test. He’s already busy enough parties need an enemy. So much for containment and show of force. doing my taxes. — JIMMY FALLON The Bush and Cheney great American experi- Corruption abounds in foreign countries when ment in forcing American style democracy on the the U.S. tries to buy their allegiance. The Trans- parency International Group ranks Iraq as the 8th most corrupt country. According to the Brown University report, from 2001 to 2013 there were 330,000 people killed in Iraq, Afghanistan and Pakistan but this number does not include indirect deaths of thousands of others. In these numbers are 6,656 U.S. military and 6,307 U.S. contractors. There were 26,405 allied military and police and 1,398 other allies killed. Approximately 200,000 civilians were killed and approximate- ly 86,000 enemy fighters. This was a “poor man’s’ war. About 1% of Americans fought the war. The other 99% of Americans weren’t involved. There were no rich kids in this war, just America’s rank and file. Approximately 2.5 million service men and women were deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan. About 1.5 million of those are now eligible for veterans’ medical and disability benefits. The financial cost of the war…about $3.1 trillion. Add another $900 billion for future cost of veterans’ medical cost, money to wind down the Afghan war and Pentagon budget require- ments, and when the smoke clears, the cost of this 10-year boondoggle is about $4 trillion. All this on borrowed money, thanks to Bush and Cheney. COMMENTARY MARCH 27, 2013 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL Page 9 THE WAR IN IRAQ: Was it really worth it after all? WASHINGTON -- It's the question the desert floor. There were attacks against his own these weapons after the liberation of asked by Gold Star families -- the loved no survivors. The seven people. Baghdad points to our defunct human ones of our fallen -- when I meet them at British commandos and From the mid-1990s, the intelligence capability -- not U.S. military funerals or public events. It is spoken qui- four U.S. Marines aboard regime in Baghdad provided inadequacy. The decision not to recall etly by the spouses of grievously wounded were the first 11 of 4,804 refuge to vicious terrorists defeated Iraqi military personnel to their soldiers, sailors, airmen, guardsmen and coalition personnel -- 4,486 who killed Americans. Abu barracks and enlist their help in rebuild- Marines when I visit military and veterans of them Americans -- killed Nidal, who dispatched as- ing their country exacerbated a growing hospitals. And it's in the correspondence I during nine years of combat Common sassins to kill my wife and insurgency. The current administration's receive from parents and friends of those in Operation Iraqi Freedom. children, was sequestered in inability to negotiate a status-of-forces who have left something on the battlefield: By April 9, when we went SENSE Baghdad. Abu Abbas, mas- agreement for U.S. military access in Iraq "Was it worth it?" with Marine Regimental BY OLIVER NORTH termind of the Achille Lauro has emboldened Iran. Oliver North is the host of A decade ago this week, when Operation Combat Team 5 into Bagh- “War Stories” on Fox News hijacking and financier for But none of this means the war in Iraq Iraqi Freedom began, this wasn't a ques- dad, more than 350 Ameri- Channel, the founder and families of suicide bombers wasn't "worth it." After Saddam was cap- honorary chairman of tion posed to our Fox News team. While cans had been killed or Freedom Alliance, who blew up "Americans tured in December 2003, Libyan dictator cameras in Baghdad captured the "shock wounded. Yet there was still and the author of and Jews," was captured Moammar Gadhafi abandoned his nuclear and awe" of precision-guided missiles and an international and domes- “American Heroes.” trying to flee Iraq by U.S. weapons program. We were there in 2005 bombs hitting Saddam Hussein's capital, tic consensus that coalition troops. for the first free and fair elections ever Griff Jenkins and I were embedded with forces would capture Sad- Well before the inaugura- held in the "land between the rivers." The U.S. Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron dam Hussein -- and his brutal sons, Uday tion of George W. Bush and al-Qaida's 9/11 credibility of the global jihad fomented by 268 and a battalion of Royal Marine com- and Qusay -- and find the weapons of mass attack on our homeland, the Iraqi military al-Qaida was destroyed in Iraq. mandos en route to the Faw Peninsula on the destruction that had been the casus belli. was firing on U.S. and British aircraft Dealing with today's government in largest night helo-borne assault in history. Today critics denigrate the sacrifice of enforcing United Nations-imposed no-fly Baghdad, headed by Nouri al-Maliki, is More than 50 U.S. and British helos blood and treasure in Mesopotamia by zones. Reports of widespread corruption hardly easy -- but it's no longer a genocidal took off from the tactical assembly area describing OIF as "Bush's war" and claim in the U.N.'s oil-for-food program were threat to its own countrymen, its neighbors in Gibraltar and raced for the border at it was "illegal" or, at best, "a mistake." commonplace, as was Saddam's refusal to or us. Despite security challenges and more than 100 knots, just 120 feet above The revisionists overlook Saddam's brutal permit international inspections of suspect the chaos in neighboring Syria, the Iraqi the ground to avoid enemy radar. My night record: millions dead in the 1980-88 Iran- nuclear, biological and chemical WMD economy, educational system and standard lens, pointed out over the .50-caliber ma- Iraq War, the 1990 invasion of Kuwait, sites. Allied intelligence services, U.N. of living gradually are improving. chine gun, caught the blinding flash as the his well-known use of chemical weapons inspectors and a bipartisan majority in the The outcome of OIF isn't perfect. The helicopter on our left side went down on against Iranian civilians and genocidal U.S. Congress believed that Iraq's deadly Obama administration still could lose the weapons programs peace that our warriors won. But a decade were still viable in after we accompanied our troops across "the 2003. Saddam want- berm" into Iraq, we still can look Gold Star ed the Iranians to mothers and the spouses of our wounded in believe it. They did, the eye and tell them: "By volunteering to as did many of his go into harm's way, your American heroes generals. made us all safer. Their selfless sacrifice The failure to find was worth it."

WASHINGTON MERRY-GO-ROUND by Douglas Cohn and Eleanor Clift Same sex marriage & GOP WASHINGTON – It’s hard to think of any other public policy where attitudes have moved as quickly and dramatically as they have on gay marriage or of its impact on GOP presidential politics. A majority of Americans are now in favor of same sex couples having the right to marry, and politicians in both major political parties are positioning themselves for the next election when opposition to gay marriage will cost votes, not the other way around. Hillary Clinton’s decision to announce her unqualified support for marriage equality in a video message this week is seen as an early step toward a likely presidential run in 2016. The Supreme Court next week will hear challenges to Prop 8 in California and DOMA (Defense of Marriage Act) signed by President Clinton in what he says was a defensive move to head off even more discriminatory legislation. The earth is moving on the Republican side too with Ohio Senator Rob Portman’s revelation that he now supports gay marriage after learning two years ago that his college-age son is gay. Portman was on the short list for vice president in 2012, and presumably still harbors ambition for higher office. By declaring himself so publicly and prominently for marriage equality, he has made a clear break with the far right of his party, a declaration of independence that could serve him well in the future. The GOP is in the grip of its farthest right members at a time when the country has moved toward more social inclusion and away from the religious right intolerance that motivated the Re- publican base for so long. The report unveiled by RNC Chairman Reince Priebus this week, which is titled “Growth and Oppor- tunity Project,” takes some significant steps towards structural reform but doesn’t attempt to overhaul the party’s policies, a task that is beyond the capability of the RNC, and would require the involvement of GOP leaders at a time when the iconic conserva- tive magazine, National Review, despairs in an editorial that the party is “leaderless and issueless.” This is the first time in a long while that the party has not had a clear candidate in waiting, some elder whose turn it is to win the nomination and lead the GOP. Mitt Romney was that person in 2012 although it took the party a long time to reconcile his rich guy moderate persona with the strident conservatism that prevails in the GOP. Kentucky Senator Rand Paul is emerging as the folk hero on the right, just as his father, former Rep. Ron Paul has been for the last two presidential elections. Paul is clearly angling to run and he will have a following, though it’s hard to see how someone who espouses such far-right libertarian views could win a national election. Another Tea Party favorite, Florida Senator Marco Rubio, seems to have more maneuvering room to expand his appeal in part due to his Cuban heritage and his leadership role in the Senate on immigration reform. He and Paul may have to duke it out for which one best represents the Tea Party, a fight that could be decisive in the primaries when choosing a candidate who could actually win a national election is the GOP’s chal- lenge. In the RNC report, Priebus recommends fewer debates so the candidates won’t have each other to kick around for the better part of a year. More moderate candidates like New Jersey Gov- ernor Chris Christi and former Florida Governor Jeb Bush will have a tough time getting through a primary process dominated by the right, but a less known moderate like Portman, newly positioned on the hottest social issue of modern times, might be just what the doctor ordered for the ailing GOP. Page 10 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL MARCH 27, 2013 OUTDOORS FWC to unveil Gov. Scott proclaims photo contest, March 16 ‘Save the Florida Panther Day’ launch ‘Lionfish Florida Gov. Rick Control Month’ Scott issued a proclamation with Twitter chat March 6 de- The lionfish have invaded, and the claring Satur- Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation day, March 16, Commission (FWC) wants the public to 2013, as Save join its Lionfish Control Team for the the Florida month of April. Panther Day. This nonnative, invasive species has In the infiltrated state waters and has great proclamation, potential to negatively impact Florida’s Scott noted, reefs and wildlife. These fish not only “It is proper prey on native species, they also compete and fitting for for food with economically important all Floridians species such as grouper and snapper, to pause and and they can disrupt the balance of Going to the beach? Help biologists reflect on the native populations, ultimately causing plight of the Florida panther and the a cascade effect that can alter habitats. monitor spawning horseshoe crabs task of preserving this rare component A ritual dating back habitat type and environ- Have you of Florida’s diverse natural resources caught a lion- millions of years takes mental conditions – such as a legacy to generations of Floridians fish? Photo- place again this spring as tides and moon phase yet to come.” graphed one? on Florida beaches. – when a sighting occurs. The proclamation also said preserva- Want to know Spring marks horseshoe The FWC asks the tion of the Florida panther, which also is more about the crabs’ mating season, public to report sight- the state’s official animal, “… is the will lionfish prob- and biologists with the ings through one of of the people and therefore a mission of lem? Join the Florida Fish and Wild- several options. Go to their government ...” FWC’s live Twit- life Conservation Com- MyFWC.com/Contact The Florida panther once ranged ter chat from 1 - 2 across the southeastern United States, p.m. Thursday, mission (FWC) want the and click on the “Submit public’s help identifying a Horseshoe Crab Sur- but is now found primarily in South March 28. To Florida. According to the Florida Fish spawning sites. vey” link, then “Florida Horseshoe participate, sign in to Twitter and fol- and Wildlife Conservation Commission low @MyFWClife or #FWCLionfish. Beachgoers will likely have the Crab Spawning Beach Survey.” You (FWC), 100-160 adult panthers remain The chat will feature experts, includ- best luck spotting mating horseshoe can also report findings via email in the wild, south of the Caloosahatchee ing FWC Division of Marine Fisheries crabs around high tide, just before, at [email protected] or by River and Lake Okeechobee. Management biological scientist Mason during or after a new or full moon. phone at (866) 252-9326. FWC and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Smith and public information specialist The conditions around the new moon Through December 2012, the FWC Service officials have documented that Amanda Nalley. tonight and the full moon on March has received 2,607 reports from across the population has risen in the past two During the chat, the FWC will unveil 27 will create ideal opportunities Florida since the survey program decades, largely as a result of focused its “Lionfish Control Team” photo con- to view the spawning behavior of began in April 2002. conservation efforts by private landown- test. Tune in Thursday to find what your ers and state and federal land managers. reward will be for submitting a photo. horseshoe crabs. Horseshoe crabs, often called “liv- Mating crabs “pair up,” with the ing fossils,” are an important part of FWC’s panther research, management Learn more about lionfish at MyFWC. and protection efforts are funded through smaller male on top of the larger fe- the marine ecosystem. Their eggs are com/Nonnatives; click on “Marine Life.” the sale of Florida panther specialty li- male. Other male crabs may also be a food source for animals. Birds, such cense plates. Money collected from those Jim Woodruff lock present around the couple. Beachgo- as red knots, rely on horseshoe crab sales is deposited in the Florida Panther ers lucky enough to spot horseshoe eggs to fuel their long migrations to Research and Management Trust Fund to remain closed crabs are asked to note how many they nesting grounds. to help fund the species’ recovery from see and whether the horseshoe crabs Horseshoe crabs have also proved the threat of extinction. through April 30 are mating. If possible, the observer valuable to human medicine. Phar- To view the governor’s proclamation from the U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers should also count how many horse- maceutical companies use horseshoe or to learn more about Florida panthers, MOBILE, AL – The U.S. Army Corps shoe crabs are mating adults and how crab blood to ensure intravenous visit PantherNet at MyFWC.com/Pan- of Engineers, Mobile District announced many are juveniles (4 inches wide or drugs and vaccine injections are ther. PantherNet also includes a link today the Jim Woodruff Lock located on smaller). bacteria-free and sterile. Scientists to a panther-reporting website, where the Apalachicola River in Chattahoochee the public is encouraged to share their In addition, biologists ask observ- are also using horseshoe crabs in will remain closed to all vessels as much panther sightings and upload pictures needed repairs continue. The lock closed ers to provide the date, time, location, cancer research. of panthers or their tracks. on December 10, 2012 and is expected to remain closed through April 30, 2013. The closure is to allow repairs to the Red tide bloom affecting manatees along Florida coast hydraulic system that opens and closes A red-tide event in south- by red tide include a lack of the manatee population and FWC along with other re- the lock gates. However, the repairs were west Florida has claimed 174 coordination and stability in the impacts of other events searchers and state partners to more extensive than originally anticipat- manatees so far this year. Al- the water, muscle twitches or including extreme cold snaps assess what is needed immedi- ed and that has led to the extended closure though results are preliminary, seizures and difficulty lifting from 2009-2011. Manatees ately in response to this event, of the lock. The closure will continue to this is the highest number of its head to breathe. are listed as an endangered as well as what this and other impact the movement of boat traffic on red-tide-related deaths in a With help from citizens in species under the Endangered recent events may or may not the lower Apalachicola-Chattahoochee- single calendar year on record. the area, the FWC and partners Species Act of 1973. mean for manatee recovery,” Flint River system. Users should make State and federal scientists have rescued 12 manatees suf- Decades of conservation said Leopoldo Miranda, as- are monitoring and responding fering from the effects of red efforts by many partners have the necessary arrangements in their sistant regional director for to manatees affected by the tide so far this year. The public led to population increases, as navigation and recreation plans to ac- Ecological Services in the ongoing red tide bloom along is asked to report manatees shown in population models. commodate the delay in the reopening of USFWS’s Southeast Regional the lock. The two locks further upstream the southwest Florida coast. showing the effects of red tide, The growth of the population, To help with these efforts, and any other distressed or and the many conservation Office. “Our priority remains on the Chattahoochee River, Walter F. the animals, not the process.” George and George W. Andrews, will the U.S. Fish and Wildlife dead manatees, to the FWC’s measures implemented by the Service (Service) and the Wildlife Alert Hotline at (888) state of Florida, led the Service Since first detecting the red not be affected by this action. tide bloom in late September, Questions or requests for informa- Florida Fish and Wildlife 404-FWCC (3922). to begin work on a proposed the FWC has worked with tion may be directed to the ACF Project Conservation Commission State and federal scientists rule that would reclassify the partners to monitor the bloom Management Office at (334) 232-4542 or (FWC) ask the public to be are collecting and analyzing manatee from Endangered to and provide up-to-date infor- Woodruff/Seminole Site Office at (229) on the lookout for manatees data aimed at better under- Threatened, which reflects the 662-2001. affected by red tide. Signs standing the long-term im- overall improved status. mation to the public about its that a manatee is affected pacts of this ongoing event on “We are working with the status.

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Moonlight MARKET Calhoun County’s Public Service Employees kicked off Thursday’s Moonlight Market in Blountstown with a short parade through the street as visitors arrived to taste some homemade goodies, make a few special purchases from vendors and enjoy a visit with the Easter Bunny.

JEAN WEEKS PHOTOS Page 12 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL MARCH 27, 2013 OUTDOORS Cavers asked to take precautions to prevent disease affecting bats from moving into state A disease which has killed more than WNS include bats flying outside or near 5 million bats in the eastern United cave openings during the day, and dead States recently was documented in north or dying bats on the ground, usually in Georgia for the first time, increasing the the winter. People can report dead bats level of threat to Florida bats. or bats behaving unusually by going People who explore or do research to MyFWC.com/WildlifeHabitats and in caves are being asked by the Florida selecting “Health & Disease.” Fish and Wildlife Conservation Com- “Florida bat populations face other mission (FWC) to take precautions to risks in addition to WNS,” Tucker said. prevent the disease, which has devas- “Loss of habitat has limited bat roosting tated bat colonies in other states, from and foraging sites. Bats also are particu- moving into Florida. larly vulnerable during their maternity The disease that is deadly to bats, season, when they are giving birth and known as white-nose syndrome (WNS), rearing young.” has not been detected in Florida. But The wing of a bat is examined for evidence of the disease. To protect bats during maternity WNS can spread by spores found on season, do not disturb their colonies the clothing and equipment of people ers identified the fungus discovered several Florida from April 15 through Aug. 15. Cavers moving between caves, as well as by as Geomyces destructans, caves cold enough during should avoid known bat caves during bat-to-bat contact, according to FWC which thrives in cold caves the winter months to sup- this period, and if they unexpectedly biologists. with temperatures below 65 port growth of the fungus,” encounter bats, they should leave that No human illnesses have been at- degrees Fahrenheit. FWC bi- Tucker said. area of a cave. tributed to WNS. Nevertheless, biolo- ologists do not know whether Bats affected by WNS gists warn the public not to handle sick, Florida’s warm temperatures do not always display the For additional WNS information, go injured or dead bats. and short winters will protect typical white fungus ap- to www.whitenosesyndrome.org. For the state’s bats from white- pearance. Instead, they more on Florida bats, go to MyFWC. Also, no one should enter Florida nose syndrome. But they are may appear emaciated or com/WildlifeHabitats and select “Spe- caves with equipment or clothing that certain that limiting the bats’ exposure to severely dehydrated. Other signs of cies Profiles.” has been used in caves in WNS-infected the white fungus is an important method states. If equipment or clothing has of prevention. been used outside Florida, it should “The tricolored bat, gray bat and a be decontaminated following the U.S. April 9 Tallahassee open house bat called southeastern myotis all roost Fish and Wildlife Service protocols in Florida caves,” said Melissa Tucker, described at WhitenoseSyndrome.org, to get input on bass regulations FWC wildlife biologist. “These caves where you click on “WNS Info,” then Tell us what you think about freshwa- public to come in, talk to biologists and are also important summertime mater- select “Decon.” Landowners with caves ter bass regulations. let FWC staff know what they think. nity roosts for southeastern myotis and on their property can help by requiring Florida Fish and Wildlife Conserva- “Anglers are welcome to come into some gray bats.” that anyone entering their caves use only tion Commission (FWC) freshwater the open house at any point. There’s no Since its discovery, WNS has been Florida-specific gear or decontaminated fisheries biologists are looking for angler set schedule. You can come in for 10 identified in 22 states and five Cana- equipment. input during an open house in Tallahassee minutes or stay for an hour,” Martin said. dian provinces and found in all states on April 9. The Tallahassee open house “The open house format is casual and Florida has 13 native bat species that adjacent to Florida. The name comes comes on the heels of a series of others for angler input about bass regulations play a major role in reducing agricultural from the white fungus found covering held around the state. only. We want people to let us know what pests and controlling mosquitoes, which the muzzles and wings of hibernating “This is an opportunity for anglers to they think.” can carry human disease. The value of bats. WNS appears to have the most provide their thoughts and ideas about The April 9 open house in Tallahas- insect suppression by bats to U.S. agri- severe impact on bats during their long Florida largemouth bass regulations. see is at Academy Sports and Outdoors, culture has been estimated at between winter hibernation period, although Should they stay the same? Should 3122-9 Mahan Drive from 5-8 p.m. $4 billion and $50 billion a year. research is ongoing to find out exactly changes be made? You tell us,” said Al- For more information, go to the In 2006, bats with an unknown fun- how hibernation and WNS are related. len Martin, regional freshwater fisheries Largemouth Bass Regulations Review gus on their noses and wings were first “In Florida, bats typically spend biologist for the FWC. page at MyFWC.com/Fishing and click found in a New York cave. Research- very little time hibernating but we have Open houses are available for the on “Speak out on Bass Rules.” Public invited to hear, comment on plan for Joe Budd Wildlife Mgt. Area The Florida Fish and Wildlife Con- we intend to do that.” Happy Easter servation Commission (FWC) will hold All lands purchased with public funds •Easter Baskets •Candy •Plush •& More a public hearing in Gadsden County to must have a management plan to ensure present the 10-year draft land manage- the property will be managed in a manner Come in and check out our NEW ment plan for the Joe Budd Wildlife consistent with the intended purposes of Gift selections to fill any basket Management Area (WMA). the purchase. The meeting is at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Shelton added that hunting and fishing Designer Greeting cards 1/2 price April 4, at the Northwest Florida Water regulations are not included in this plan OFF Management District, 81 Water Manage- or meeting; those are addressed through All Easter Decorations 20% ment Drive, Havana, FL 32333. After the a separate public process. presentation, the public is encouraged to To obtain a copy of the draft land comment and ask questions about the Golden Pharmacy management prospectus for Joe Budd specifics of the draft plan, which applies 17324 Main Street N. in Blountstown • Telephone 674-4557 WMA, please call Rebecca Shelton at to FWC-managed portions of the WMA. “The Joe Budd Wildlife Management (850) 487-9982 or David Alden at (850) Area was purchased in order to ensure 487-9588, or email Rebecca.Shelton@ LIBERTY COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD the preservation of fish and wildlife MyFWC.com. resources, other natural and cultural re- POLICY MANUAL - CHAPTER 6.0 -- 6.531 sources, and for fish- and wildlife-based For background and more information DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM public outdoor recreation,” said Rebecca on management plans and their goals, (“DROP”) Shelton, FWC land conservation biolo- visit MyFWC.com/Conservation and gist. “This draft plan will specify how select “Terrestrial Programs.” The Deferred Retirement Option Program (“DROP”) as defined in chap- ter 121, Florida Statutes, is an alternative method of deferred payment of retirement benefits for up to sixty (60) months, or ninety-six (96) months for instructional personnel who have received authorization by NOTICE OF SITE PLAN the superintendent, after an eligible member of the Florida Retirement System reaches his/her normal retirement date but wishes to continue APPLICATION employment with a Florida Retirement System employer. In order to Notice is hereby given that the Bristol City Council of Bristol, Liberty participate, the employee must submit a binding letter of resignation, County, Florida proposes to accept a site plan application and grant establishing a deferred termination date. DROP will allow the partici- use of property for the following: pant to defer all retirement benefits payable during the DROP period. Upon termination of DROP, the participant will receive the DROP ben- A CONDITIONAL USE SITE PLAN APPLICATION PROPOSING efits and their regular benefits under Chapter 121, Florida Statutes. TO ESTABLISH A CHURCH/MINISTRY CENTER AT 10734 NW SR20 WHICH IS LOCATED ON THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF Sick leave will be paid for accumulated leave at retirement, end of SR20 AND CENTRAL AVENUE LYING IN SECTION 31, TOWN- DROP or if service is terminated by death to employee beneficiary. SHIP 1N, RANGE 7W, BRISTOL, LIBERTY COUNTY, FLORIDA. Upon election to participate in DROP, and based upon employee estab- THIS PROPERTY IS ZONED RURAL VILLAGE AND REQUIRES lished deferred termination date, previously accrued sick leave shall be NO CHANGE IN ZONING. THE CURRENT USE OF THIS PROP- paid to the employee at the end of the DROP Program. Payment will be ERTY IS: VACANT. calculated based on the years of service as prescribed in section 6.912 of this chapter. A public hearing on the proposed site plan application will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Monday , April 8 , 2013 at City Hall, 12444 NW Vir- Employees electing to participate in DROP are entitled to terminal pay ginia G. Weaver Street, Bristol, Florida 32321. for accrued annual leave as required by statutes and Board policy and/ or union contract. Upon election to participate in DROP and the employ- All interested persons are invited to attend. In accordance with the ee’s election to receive a lump-sum payment of annual leave, payment Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing special accommoda- shall be made in the last paycheck prior to the effective beginning date tions or an interpreter to participate in this proceeding should contact of DROP. An employee electing the lump-sum payment is not eligible the City of Bristol at (850) 643-2261 at least seven days prior to the to receive a second lump-sum payment upon termination, except to the date of the hearing. extent the employee has earned additional annual leave which com- bined with the original payment does not exceed the maximum lump- Dated this 27th day of March, 2013. sum payment as prescribed in section 6.931 of this chapter.

CITY OF BRISTOL, FLORIDA STATUTORY AUTHORITY: 1001.41; 1012.22; 1012.23, F.S. BRIGHAM S. SHULER, CHAIRMAN • ROBIN M. HATCHER, CITY CLERK LAWS IMPLEMENTED: 121.091; 1001.43, F.S. OUTDOORS MARCH 27, 2013 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL Page 13 T.V. show rekindles an interest in duck hunting - just don’t make me eat one! DUCKS: Dinner vs. Dynasty I used to really like duck hunting. I en- hooked. joyed being out early, waiting on the ducks Part of the reason is because the Rob- to start coming in. I appreciated seeing a ertson family comes across like a real well-trained dog at work. And I’ve never family. Sure, I realize that a lot of the minded cleaning a mess of them. situations and dialog are probably script- In fact, the only thing that kept me from JIM McCLELLAN’S ed. They’ve openly said as much in in- becoming a full-fledged duck fanatic is terviews. But the characters themselves that I don’t like to eat them. OUTDOORS have depth. These aren’t attention-starved I’ve cooked ducks about a dozen differ- Down South celebrities with oversized egos. Nor are ent ways, based on different recipes that they desperate people willing to humiliate people have assured me I will love. The dashians, Honey Boo Boo, and that whiny, themselves for money. problem is that they always end up tasting wussy fat guy on Whale Wars. These are entrepreneurs who literal- like duck – which to me is uncomfortably For another thing, television and mov- ly carved a fortune out of the Louisiana close to the taste of liver. (P.S. – I don’t ies have a pretty dismal record when it swamps and now that they have the spot- like liver either.) comes to portraying hunters and south- light, they’re using it to emphasize their The only time I’ve ever had duck that I erners. Put the two together and I figured family, their faith and their favorite pas- truly liked was in a Louisiana restaurant Hollywood wouldn’t be able to resist times. The best part is that where I had duck confit. It was delicious, making the Robertsons look like direct they make no apologies but when I went home and read the recipe, descendants of Elmer Fudd and the Bev- for any of it. It’s eat, I realized that cooking it would be harder erly Hillbillies. So I had been ducking the pray, hunt and it’s and more time consuming than driving Dynasty for a while. presented in a back over to New Orleans and ordering it. A couple of way that’s pleas- I also came to the conclusion that the rea- months ago, ant, engaging and son I liked it in the first place is because it however, funny. didn’t taste like duck. my kids The only thing Given that, plus the fact that my Lab and I can think of that basically flunked Hunting 101, I haven’t several would improve the been too excited about duck hunting for friends fi- show would be to include the past few years. But recently I started nally convinced me some tips for cooking ducks. watching A&E’s Duck Dynasty and I’ll to watch one episode. Preferably recipes that make them taste have to admit that it’s rekindled my inter- Imagine my surprise when the show like something else. est in the duck-hunting world. was nothing like I thought it would be. ------It’s odd because I was fully expecting Instead of cringing my way through, I ac- Calhoun County native Jim McClellan grew to not like the show for several reasons. tually laughed out loud. Another episode up hunting, fishing and hanging out in the Number one of course is that “reality” followed immediately and I watched that same Apalachicola River swamp that five television brought us gems like the Kar- one too. Then another. Before long, I was generations of his family has enjoyed.

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LIBERTY COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD POLICY MANUAL - CHAPTER 7.0 -- 7.70 PURCHASING AND BIDDING The School Board recognizes that maximum vices as referred in section 287,057 (23)(a), un- (a) Date, time and place of bids; economy and efficiency are best achieved der the rules of the Department of Management through a centralized purchasing function, Services Division of Purchasing. (b) Procedures for presenting bids; which includes warehousing and distribution. All purchases of materials, supplies, equipment (2) Competitive Bids. The District Administra- (c) Conditions and terms for receiving bids; and services that are paid from School District tor shall be responsible for continually estimat- funds shall be the responsibility of the District ing the needs of the school system and making (d) Procedures to be followed in opening bids Administrator under the general supervision of quantity purchases accordingly. Standard lists and making recommendation to the School the Superintendent. All Florida Statutes, State of supplies and equipment shall be developed Board; and, Board of Education Rules, School Board Rules in all areas possible. All purchases where the and Administrative Procedures shall be care- item or group of items exceeds Fifty Thousand (e) The amount of the bid bond or good faith fully observed in making any purchases. The Dollars ($ 50,000) shall be made on the basis of deposit, if any; payment of any unauthorized purchasers shall competitive sealed bids, except in emergencies be the sole responsibility of the person placing as provided herein (effective need new effec- (5) Conditions or awarding contracts based the order. tive date). on bids.

(1) Purchases. All purchases made from (3) Quotations. The District Administrator will (a) Bids shall be opened at the time and School District funds shall be in accordance obtain multiple competitive quotes for items place specified within the bid documents. At with all applicable State Statutes, State Board costing between Ten and Twenty-five Thou- the designated time, the person presiding over of Education rules, School Board rules, and ad- sand Dollars ($10,000.00 - $25,000) with every the bid opening shall announce the time and ministrative procedures. In case of emergency, effort being made to ensure competitive pricing ask if all bids have been turned in. No other the District Administrator is authorized to take on all materials and services regardless of cost. bids shall be accepted or withdrawn after the necessary steps to procure the materials, sup- deadline. Bids by telegram or other means of plies, equipment and services as necessary af- (4) Bidding Procedures. Purchases made delivery that do not qualify as a sealed bid shall ter appropriate administrative approval. through bids shall be based upon justification not be accepted. Bids received by mail shall and specifications which are clear, complete be stamped with the time and date received. Emergency purchases exceeding the dollar and definite and certain as to character and Alterations written on the outside of a bid shall limit for formal bids must be accompanied by quality and shall conform to standard specifica- not be accepted. All bid openings shall be open written authorization from the Superintendent tions for the various classes of supplies, materi- to the public. and must be submitted to the School Board for als, parts, services or equipment desired. Such review at its next regular meeting. specifications shall be conducive to securing (b) The Superintendent or his designee shall the best possible price for the highest quality have the responsibility for soliciting the assis- Liberty County School Board will receive and product or service which best meets the needs tance of the District administrative and instruc- give consideration to the prices available to it of the School District. Specifications shall be tional staff and the school employees who use through the use of the program for online pro- as open as possible. Invitations to bid shall in- the products to assist in the preparation of curement of commodities and contractual ser- clude, but not be limited to, the following: specifications and evaluation of bids. Page 14 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL MARCH 27, 2013 SCHOOL NEWS

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BES 2nd grade presents ‘Lemonade’ On Wednesday, March 20 the 2nd cal ‘Lemonade’. The audience got to grade class at BES presented the musi- meet Mother Goose, Chicken Little, The Rooster, Cinderella, Snow White and the Dwarfs, and many other storybook and nursery rhyme characters. There were songs, dancing and lots of smiles. A great performance by the 2nd grade students!

Blountstown Elementary School Dates to Remember March 25-29 - Spring Holidays April 5 - Family Breakfast April 11 - Early Release Day April 15 - 18 - FCAT Test for Grades 3, 4 and 5 April 29 - Book Fair Begins

ALTHA Emily Sewell is hostess for Cats’ Cuisine at Altha School. Altha culinary students develop Cats’ Cuisine This year Altha School’s culinary last Cats’ Cuisine this school year vanilla ice cream, drizzled with students researched and developed will be Thursday, April 4. The menu warm chocolate sauce. menus from popular food chains. will be from Outback Steakhouse Please RSVP by Tuesday, April Cats’ Cuisine spotlighted a different featuring steakhouse chop salad, 2. The price for this meal will be restaurant for each meal. Several beef fillet with mushroom sauce, $7. Call Mrs. Granger at 762-3121 restaurants that have been featured garlic mashed potatoes and yeast to make a reservation. are Red Lobster, Olive Garden, rolls. The desert will be Chocolate Above: Regular guests Clara Applebee’s, and Panera Bread. This Thunder from Down Under, which McCroan and Millie Williams are has proved to be a big success. The is a pecan brownie topped with rich shown enjoying a plate of cuisine. Altha’s Kids of Character for February Principal Ladona Kelley proudly announces Altha School’s Kids of Bottom from left: Elizabeth Bailey and Cole Miller. Top: Character for the Shelby Murphy, Breanna Walker and Mary Sewell. month of Feb. demonstrating the character trait of Altha School Wildcat Resourcefulness: Front row from left: blanket on sale now MaKayla King, Kris- Don't miss this opportunity to get your custom Altha tina Harris, Amber School - Wildcat Blanket. They are $40 and feature all Waldron, Destiny the clubs and sports. Cowling, Garrett They can be purchased in the office. They'll make Webb, Madison great graduation, birthday, or Christmas gifts and will Bland. Back row: be treasured for years to come. Breanna Clemons, Mitchell Oakford, Clark Kelley, Joseph Varnum. Not pic- chool unch S L tured: Zona Hay- Apr. 1 - Apr. 2 MENU slip, Christy Jones, Shaylynn Harrelson, alhoun Jayce McLendon. C ranch chicken wrap or chef salad served with corn on the cob, green peas and fruit.

March 22-31 TUESDAY Classes begin back April 1 BREAKFAST: Ham and cheese bis- CARR cuit and potato rounds. LUNCH: Beef taco with cheese, whole MONDAY grain shell and salsa or turkey and BREAKFAST: Pancakes with syrup cheese wrap or chicken salad with fruit and a turkey sausage patty. served with lettuce and tomato, black LUNCH: Chicken BBQ sandwich or bean salsa and fruit.

Liberty served with green beans and glazed carrots. Kg # 1st grade cheese pizza March 22-31 Classes begin TUESDAY back April 1 BREAKFAST: French toast sticks with syrup and a ham slice. MONDAY LUNCH: BBQ chicken with corn bread BREAKFAST: Sausage and gravy or baked chicken or nuggets with biscuit and hash browns. corn bread or cobb chef salad with LUNCH: Pepperoni pizza or chicken crackers, served with baked sweet sandwich or chicken Caesar wrap potato wedges and baked beans.

* Each breakfast includes a choice of assorted cereal, whole wheat buttered toast and juice. MENUS SPONSORED BY: Bristol CARR March Students of the month The following are Carr School’s students of the Carleigh Shuff-Mayo, 3B Kayson Chapman, 4A A. Dental Clinic month for March: KA Bella Degolyer, KB Jacey J. Bates, 4B Michael Carpenter, 5A Caylee Ratliff, Laban Bontrager, DMD, Johnson, 1A Angelina Hazelwood, 1B Kaileena 5B Hannah Sapp, 6th Terrell Hope, 7A Samantha Monica Bontrager, DMD Pea Ridge Rd in Bristol, Phone (850) 643-5417 Draper, 2A Jenna Enfinger, 2B Ryder Grimsley, 3A Lowery, 7B Taylor McDougald and 8th Julie Smith. SPORTS MARCH 27, 2013 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL Page 15 Altha Lady Wildcats host Panhandle Conference, win runner-up The Altha Lady Wildcats hosted The Panhandle Middle School Conference this past week. On Monday, March 18, the Lady Cats went up against the Tolar Bulldogs. Anna Alday led the team offensively batting 1,000, she went 5 for 5. Celena Carter, Caylynn Reeder, Paityn Parker and Madison Hathaway each had a hit a piece. Josie Hall pitched all 6 innings, allowing 5 hits, walking 3 and striking out 4. The girls played great defensively only allowing 5 errors. After a long hard battle, the Lady Cats came out with a win, advancing on to the championship against the Blountstown Tigers. On Tuesday, March 19 of the tournament and also the championship game, the Lady Cats faced a very aggressive Tiger team, losing 16-6. The Tigers had 11 hits in the six inning ballgame while the Lady Cats were only able to achieve 5. The Lady Cats played good defense only allowing 4 errors. Anna Alday went 2 for 3 and Josie Hall, Madison Hathaway, and Paityn Parker each had a hit a piece. Defensively, Josie struck out 7, walked 2 and hit 2. It's a hitters game and the Tigers came swinging. This young Wildcat group will be together for many seasons to come. We look forward to hearing more great news about these girls. Great season Lady Cats and congratulations on Panhandle Conference Runner-up.

Lane Edenfield pitching for the Blountstown Blasters defeat Southern Blasters. Explosion in game 1 of 3 last Saturday The Blountstown Blasters defeated Southern Ex- Speights and Trace Mears also pitched well in relief. plosion of Bainbridge in game 1 of a 3 game series Game 3 was a rain-out. last Saturday. On the mound, Lane Edenfield held Trace Mears led at the plate with 3 hits. Offensively, Bainbridge to 3 hits over 4 innings in a 8-7 win. the Blasters had production throughout the lineup. The Blasters pushed Game 2 to extra innings but Heath Sims and Dylan Chason had good defensive lost 11-10. Using good control on the mound, Carson efforts. The Blasters are in action again in Bainbridge Ramsey only gave up 3 runs over 4 innings. Kellen on Saturday, April 6.

Malone and Sneads win Chipola’s Annual High School 3-point shootout MARIANNA—Chai Baker of Malone High and trophy in the Milton H. Johnson Health Aaliyah Williams of Sneads High are the new cham- Center and on a traveling champion- pions of Chipola College’s Tenth Annual High School ship trophy which will be housed in Three-Point Shootout. their respective school’s trophy cases Malone High junior Chai Baker made 9 of 15 shots during the coming year. in the men’s finals. Five other men’s players made it to the championship round of the competition: Kent From left: Ashtin McMullian of Rogers of Altha, Dimitri Simmons of Blountstown, Blountstown, Shanice Mack Cason Moore of Holmes County, Taylor Rousseau of of Graceville High, Curteeona Graceville, Jeremy Wert of Sneads. Brelove of Malone High, (winner) The following players also participated in the Aaliyah Williams of Sneads High men’s shootout: Ryan Foor of Chipley, Zack Gib- and Chipola Appreciation Club son of Vernon, Keyman Borders of Marianna, Austin President Terry Allen. Boyd of Bethlehem, Nick Dahl of Poplar Springs and Alex Price of Ponce De Leon. Sneads High’s Aaliyah Williams connected on six shots in the finals to take the championship in the women’s division. Shanice Mack of Graceville, Curteeona Brelove of Malone, Summer Potter of Bethlehem, Ashtin McMullian of Blountstown also made it to the final round. The following players also participated in the women’s shootout: Shaniah Spellman of Marianna, Jasmine Belser of Chipley, Kelli McIntosh of Poplar Springs, Ashley Harper of Ponce DeLeon and Mikay- la Moore of Holmes County. All men’s and women’s high school teams from the Chipola district were invited to send their best three- From left: Cason Moore of Holmes County High, Dimitri Simmons of Blountstown High, (winner) Chai point shooters to the competition. Baker of Malone High, Chipola Appreciation Club President Terry Allen, Jeremy Wert of Sneads High, The winners will have their names engraved on a Taylor Rousseau of Graceville High and Kent Rogers of Altha High. Chipola College Brain Bowl wins 6th year straight at State Championship LAKE CITY—For the to the tournament. Chipola won sixth straight year, Chipola its third straight NAQT (Nation- College has won the State al Academic Quiz Tournament) Brain Bowl Community College Champi- Tournament, defeating Va- onship Tournament in St. Louis lencia 915-50 in the finals of on March 2. Based on that per- the Florida College System formance, Chipola received the Activities Association Tour- number 5 seed in the ICT, behind nament on March 17. only Harvard, Yale, Stanford, and Chipola’s six consecutive Brown. championships breaks the old record of five straight set by Chipola math professor Stan Broward College. Broward Young is head coach of the Brain still has the most state titles Bowl team with volunteer assis- with seven. Chipola also set tant Dr. Robert Dunkle. a record for the largest margin From left: Becca Delgado, Katelyn Miller, Tournament MVP Paul Kelson and William Singleton. About Chipola’s run of six of victory in a final round with straight, Young says, "You can find the 915-50 win over Valencia. “Paul Kelson is the best community eighth in the State Tournament and intelligent people everywhere. The Chipola team answered 29 of the college player in the country and maybe was led Wesley Chevillot who finished We're in this small community college 36 questions in the finals. the best at any level.” eighth in individual scoring. Other Chi- with just over 2,000 students and we’re Chipola MVP Paul Kelson was the David Elhert High Point Winner in the Other Chipola Blue team members pola White members are: Bobby Gause, competing with Ivy League schools. It tournament with 1,120 total points and are: Katelyn Miller, William Singleton Jamie McCoy and Faith Tice. just goes to show you that intelligence an average of 131 points per game. Kel- and Becca Delgado. Miller finished Chipola will next play in the Inter- can come from anywhere. If you take son also was named to the All-Tourna- seventh in individual scoring in the collegiate Championship Tournament that and put in a lot of hard work and ment team for the second straight year. tournament. (ICT) in Chicago, April 12-13, as one prepare yourself, it just kind of shows Chipola head Coach Stan Young, says, The Chipola White Team finished of only six community colleges invited you what you can do," Young said. IT’S VERY WISE TO ADVERTISE CLJ in the Calhoun-Liberty Journal and... News Call 850-643-3333 •Fax 888-400-5810 •Email: [email protected] .COM Page 16 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL MARCH 27, 2013

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Adventures in Disguise Blountstown High School Seniors and Juniors donned their evening finery and filled the W.T. Neal Civic Center on Friday to dance the night away to the theme: ‘Cirque DuSoleil, Adventures in Disguise.’ LEFT: BHS King Mitchell Darnell and Queen Hope Jenkins.

DAKODA BERG PHOTOS MARCH 27, 2013 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL Page 17 Liberty County School Board Happy Easter votes against private contracts for food service, custodial staff from the Liberty County GCA gave presentations to the board on School Superintendent’s Office behalf of their companies in an attempt On March 12 the Liberty County to keep their contracts. Steve Crist, Zone School Board (LCSB) voted not to continue contracts with the food service Manager for GCA provided the board management company, Compass Group, with a handout to support GCA’s position USA, Inc., by and through its Chartwell’s to try and retain this contract. Eugenie Division (Chartwell’s) and the custodial Caroselli, Regional Vice President for management company, GCA Services Chartwell’s also gave a handout to the CITY TIRE CO. Group (GCA) effec- board to support tive June 30. After “It’s the quality of the food. Chartwell’s desire Hwy. 20 West • Blountstown • MV5496 much consideration We have been disappointed. to continue with PHONE 674-8784 and a lengthy evalu- their contract. ation of the current I offered Chartwell’s the op- LCSB Superin- services, the school portunity early in November tendent Gloria Gay board decided to to show me what they could Uzzell also made a Don’t miss bring these servic- presentation to the FREE es back under the do to improve . . . It has not board on behalf of management of the improved, and I don’t see it the school district and gave the board FREE Calhoun County’s school district. improving. We did it better During the board a handout to support meeting a motion when we did it ourselves.” her presentation. HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE was made by Roger Uzzell stated Reddick, and sec- - Liberty County School that we would save Superintendent Gloria Uzzell onded by Logan money by taking the Kever, not to renew janitorial contract COLLECTION DAY the contract with Chartwell’s. There was back in house. She said that the district discussion among the board members would begin advertising for additional Saturday, April 13 before the final vote; and after the dis- custodial positions soon, and current cussion the motion carried unanimously GCA custodians will be eligible to ap- 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. to approve the recommendation not to- ply. This is also true for the food service staff currently employed by Chartwell’s. HPLEASE, NO GAS renew the contractual agreement with Chartwell’s. These positions will be in place on July 1. CYLINDERS OR Another motion was made by Reddick Superintendent Uzzell said about the We’re taking old computers EXPLOSIVES and seconded by Tina Tharpe to approve current contract with Chartwell’s, “It’s HNO TIRES AND the recommendation not to renew the the quality of the food. We have been and components at Calhoun NO GLASS contractual agreement with GCA. There disappointed. I offered Chartwell’s the County Recycling Center. Bring your plastic soda & milk was discussion among the board and opportunity early in November to show jugs, newspapers & cardboard. after the discussion the following board me what they could do to improve the quality of the food served to our students. H members voted in favor of the motion; NO COMMERCIAL It has not improved, and I don’t see it Hayes, Reddick, Tharpe, and Kever. HAZ-MATS are Hazardous WASTES, HHOUSEHOLD improving. We did it better when we did Chairman Kyle Peddie opposed the WASTE ONLY. it ourselves.” Household Materials recommendation. The motion carried 4 “Small businesses in- Uzzell stated that we will be able to & other Toxic Wastes to 1 to not renew the contract. cluding schools and hire approximately eight custodians and 3Pesticides 3Insecticides On March 7 the School Board held a 10 food service workers and provide 3 3 growers will be accept- 3 ½ hour workshop to discuss the agenda them with retirement, insurance, and Pool Chemicals Solvents ed at a reduced rate. items for the March 12 meeting. Rep- other benefits that they currently do not 3Fertilizers 3Spot Removers Please call 674-8075 resentatives from both Chartwell’s and have with either of these contractors. 3Paint 3Stale Gasoline for details.” 3Used Oil 3Paint Thinners Students attend National Bullying Conference 3Antifreeze 3Batteries 3Brake Fluid 3Paint Strippers Five Liberty County 3 3 students attended a Furniture Polish Engine Degreasers National Bullying Calhoun Co. Conference in Orlando Recycling Center HAZ-MATS CALL 674-8075 Feb. 27 through March

HERE 71 HW Y. 1. They include Mary Magnolia Beth Brown, Monte Church Rd. FOR DETAILS Sponsored by: Revell, Levi Brannan, HWY. 20 Blountstown The Calhoun County Amber Revell and Ann Marie Brown. Teachers Board of County Commissioners who attended are Tina Rae Goodman, Laurie Brandon, Beth Brown and Matt and Bess Revell.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS • FDOT FPID No. 429855-1-38-01 The Liberty County Board of County Commis- Act, Section 287.055 of the Florida Statutes. • Project Specific Knowledge (15 points) sioners is seeking professional consultant ser- Selection will be made directly from Letters of • Familiarity w/ local needs, conditions (10 vices for Design Services on the Chester Street Response for this project. After ranking of the points) Sidewalk project. The scope of this project will consultants, the contract fee will be negotiated • LAP experience (15 points) include the surveying, design and permitting (if in accordance with Section 287.055, Florida applicable) of sidewalk along Chester Street Statutes. Letters of Response should at a minimum, (beginning at the existing sidewalk on Wood- include the following information: man Street and continuing west until Tom Love Note: The final selection date and time is pro- a. Project Name/DOT Financial Manage- Road). vided in this advertisement. Any other meet- ment Number. ings will be noticed on the County’s Web Site. b. Consultant’s name and address. CONSULTANT ELIGIBILITY: It is a basic in- All public meetings will be held at the Liberty c. Proposed responsible office for consultant tent of the County’s contracting program that County Courthouse, 10818 NW S.R. 20, Bris- d. Contact person, phone number and Inter- contractors are procured in a fair, open, and tol, FL 32321. In order to ensure a fair, com- net Email Address. competitive manner. By submitting a Letter petitive, and open process, once a project is e. Statement regarding previous experience of Response, the Consultants certifies that advertised for Letter of Response or Letters of of consultant or sub-consultants in adver- they are in compliance with FDOT Directive Qualification, all communications between in- tised type of Procedure No. 375-030-006, Restriction on terested firms and the County must be directed work. Consultant’s Eligibility to Compete for Depart- to Ms. Kathy Brown, Clerk of Court, (850) 643- f. Proposed key personnel and their pro- ment Contracts. This directive is available onf 2215. posed roles FDOT’s Web Site. In addition to the restrictions g. Sub-consultant(s) that may be used for identified in Directive No. 375-030-006, please RESPONSE PROCEDURE: Qualified consul- the project. be advised of the following prohibition: A con- tants are encouraged to submit the original and h. Indication as to whether the prime firm sultant firm or its affiliate who was the Designer three (3) copies of the letter of response to the and/or sub-consultants are disadvantages or Engineer of Record is precluded from bid- Liberty County Clerk’s Office, Liberty County business ding on the same project. Court House, 10818 NW S.R. 20, Bristol, FL enterprises (DBE). 32321, by the response deadline, April 15, i. The outside of the envelope should be FEDERAL DEBARMENT: This project is fed- 2013 at 12:00 p.m., E.S.T. The consultants marked with “Sealed Proposal ‘Chester erally funded with assistance from the Florida will be ranked by the scoring committee and Street Sidewalk Project’ LAP Design Engi- Department of Transportation and the Federal ranked based on the criteria below. Selection neer RFP.” Highway Administration. By submitting a Let- will be made directly from Letters of Response ter of Response, the consultant certifies that no by the Liberty County Board of County Com- The Liberty County Board of County Commis- principal (which includes officers, directors, or missioners. sioners hereby notifies all bidders that it will af- executives) is presently suspended, proposed firmatively ensure that in any contract entered for debarment, declared ineligible or voluntarily Letters of Response are limited to ten pag- into pursuant to this advertisement, Disadvan- excluded from participation on this transaction es for this project. taged Business Enterprise will be afforded full by any Federal Department or Agency. • Successful Florida engineering experience opportunity to submit bids in response to this (length, quantity, quality) (25 points) invitation and will not be discriminated against SELECTION PROCEDURE: This project is • Thorough & appropriate approach to meet- on the grounds of race, color, gender, religion, covered by the selection process detailed in ing local needs; list of tasks (15 points) age, disability, marital status or national origin the Rule Chapter 14-75, Florida Administrative • Management and staffing capability, quali- in consideration for an award. Code Consultants’ Competitive Negotiation fications (20 points) Page 18 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL MARCH 27, 2013

scheduled at landings to coincide with the paddle SUPER the workforce board does a lot of healthcare and wheeler’s schedule. correctional officer training, they’ve seen a recent bump BIRDING TRAIL in construction. He said the new welding program at While acknowledging that many of the county’s COUNCIL Chipola College will also make a difference in making residents are more accustomed to hunting birds rather students more employable. that watching them, Terry announced that Calhoun “You guys have got it tough for a lot of reasons,” County is now officially part of Florida’s Birding Trail. MEETS he said. “You’re not near an interstate, your only four- “There is a lot of money to be made in birding,” Continued from the front page lane leads into the smallest county in the state and you she told the group. When visitors come through don’t have a port.” to follow the birds, they also spend money on Yet it wasn’t all bad news. lodging, food, fuel and shopping. “You’ve got good things,” he said, pointing out She shared some statistics with the group about the Panhandle Pioneer Settlement as one of the the financial benefits of attracting birdwatchers most significant draw for visitors to the area. He to the panhandle. noted one business - Shelton’s Trucking - travels •In 2006, wildlife viewing activities generated all over the country. Another business - Oglesby more than $5.2 billion in Florida Plants International - ships worldwide. •More people travel to Florida to view wildlife He suggested that instead of looking for a big than any other state. business to locate here, they work a little harder •The total spent annually in Florida for wildlife to attract and help smaller operations. “Who do viewing is 2 1/2 times greater than the value of we already have here that we can help to do a little the state’s annual orange crop harvest. bit more?” he asked. •Nationwide, 48 million people observed birds Building a business community and securing in 2006. stable employment opportunities “is a long term Calhoun County is one of 15 counties recently process, especially in a small community,” he added to the state’s birding trail. explained. CATALYST PROJECT Williams, who works with five counties, Preble-Rish Engineers Justin Ford and Donald commended the group for their efforts Thursday. Stanley addressed the group on the Rural Catalyst “One thing you’ve got going for you is the fact Project and said while much progress has been that the county, city and school are all meeting made with four commercial sites planned, but, together tonight,” he said. “Having dealt with “The challenge is to attract that initial business.” other communities, I can tell you that is something The first business to locate at the site, which you just don’t see.” is in the Calhoun County Agriculture Park, will Later in the meeting, Calhoun County School confirm it as a marketable location. Getting the Superintendent Ralph Yoder agreed it was first business established “is the key to unlocking important to incorporate vocational training it,” Ford said. and said there should be multiple pathways for The state has provided free marketing of the students to earn their diploma. He also cited area but, Ford pointed out, “We have to have the success of the high school’s dual enrollment something to market first.” Calhoun County School Superintendent Ralph Yoder refers to a program with Chipola College, calling it, “A COUNTY PROFILE map on his iPad while discussing a project with Preble Rish en- tremendous value to families.” Chipola Regional Workforce Board Director gineers Justin Ford and Donald Stanley. TERESA EUBANKS PHOTO Blountstown City Manager Emory Pierce said Richard Williams shared some hard facts with the he would like to see a more streamlined process group about employment, sharing some Labor attained a higher than high school education for people to get their GEDs, commenting that Market Information from the Florida Department of “The higher the education, the lower the he had encouraged three employees to do so but they Economic Opportunity. unemployment rate,” he stated. He added that in found it was not an easy process. • 3,190 Calhoun County residents work outside the today’s economy, a college degree has about the same It was also announced that a new business is opening county. value as a high school diploma once did. on Central Avenue in the location that formerly housed •1,583 people come from outside the area to work But that doesn’t mean future workers need to earn McCaskill Shoes. “It’s an upscale antique shop that will in Calhoun County more college credits. Instead, they need someone more sell “Made in Calhoun County” products, according •1,468 people live and work in Calhoun County specific: a trade. to Terry. • The average annual wage in Calhoun County is “The problem today is we don’t push our kids to School Board member Kelly King pointed out that a $27,861 go to learn a trade,” he said. “When kids go off to get group of Altha citizens were doing their part to spruce • 41 percent of Calhoun County’s citizens have that college degree, what do they have to come back to up the community by holding “Altha Pride” work days. a high school diplomas as their highest level of unless they have a family business or plan to teach?” “This group, headed by Melissa Chamberlin, is trying educational attainment he asked. to revitalize the area,” King said. Their next work day • 31 percent of Calhoun County’s citizens have He said things were looking up, noting that while is scheduled for Saturday, April 27.

LEFT: Alene Tatum Morris of Kynesville concentrates Folk Life Days on her crochet- ing as she settles into a comfy rocking THE JOURNAL chair during Folk Life Days at the Clean out your closet & fill up your wallet Panhandle Pioneer by listing your unused items in Settlement in Blountstown The Journal Saturday. BELOW LEFT: Shelia Rzent- kowski of Green Classifieds Bay, Wisconsin Email: thejournal explores the historic build- @fairpoint.net ings at the park. BELOW: Volunteer Salt Watson of May Your Easter Bloom Crawfordville at the spinning wheel. with Happiness

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May Easter time bring bunches of joy to you and yours, as we celebrate a season of hope, love and renewal. Thank You for all of the kindness you’ve shown us through your loyal support. In this season of blessings, we count you among ours. Happy Easter We will be closed on Good Friday, March 29 The Calhoun County Tax Collector’s Office Becky Smith, Tax Collector & Staff Telephone (850) 674-8242 MARCH 27, 2013 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL Page 19 Big Bend Hospice recognized as a ‘We Honor Veterans’ partner TALLAHASSEE — It may surprise The We Honor Veterans campaign service in the armed forces,” said J. Don- education of health care staff caring for many people to learn that 25 percent of provides tiered recognition to organiza- ald Schumacher, NHPCO president and Veterans. To learn more about We Honor those who die every year in the U.S. are tions that demonstrate a systematic com- CEO. “Through We Honor Veterans we Veterans please visit www.wehonorvet- Veterans. To help provide care and sup- mitment to improving care for Veterans. are taking a giant step forward in help- erans.org. port that reflect the important contribu- “Partners” can assess their ability to serve ing hospice and palliative care providers “America’s Veterans have done ev- tions made by these men and women, Veterans and, using resources provided understand and serve Veterans at the end erything asked of them in their mission Big Bend Hospice has become a national as part of the campaign, integrate best of life and work more effectively with VA to serve our country and we believe it partner of We Honor Veterans, a pioneer- practices for providing end-of-life care to medical facilities in their communities.” is never too late to give them a hero’s ing campaign developed by National Veterans into their organization. By rec- “VA shares a common goal with our welcome home. Now it is time that we Hospice and Palliative Care Organization ognizing the unique needs of our nation’s nation’s hospices, and that is to provide step up, acquire the necessary skills and in collaboration with the Department of Veterans who are facing a life-limiting the best possible care specifically tai- fulfill our mission to serve these men and Veterans Affairs. illness, Big Bend Hospice is better able to lored for Veterans, meeting their goals women with the dignity they deserve,” As a We Honor Veterans Partner, Big accompany and guide Veterans and their of care in their preferred setting. As we added Schumacher. Bend Hospice will implement ongoing families toward a more peaceful ending. focus on working together and unite our Big Bend Hospice, celebrating its 30th Veteran-centered education for their staff And in cases where there might be some services and skills, We Honor Veterans Anniversary in 2013, has been serving this and volunteers to help improve the care specific needs related to the Veteran’s will channel our combined strengths community since 1983 with compassionate they provide to the Veterans they proudly military service, combat experience or directly to Veterans - wherever they are end-of-life care along with grief and loss counselors available to provide information serve. The nation is seeing many of the other traumatic events, Big Bend Hospice receiving care.” and support to anyone in Leon, Jefferson, Tay- Veterans who served in World War II and will find tools to help support those they The resources of We Honor Veterans lor, Madison, Gadsden, Liberty, Franklin or Korean pass away—and the number of are caring for. focus on respectful inquiry, compas- Wakulla County. If you would like additional deaths of Vietnam Veterans is beginning “All hospices are serving Veterans sionate listening, and grateful acknowl- information about services, please call (850) to rise. but often aren’t aware of that person’s edgment, coupled with Veteran-centric 878-5310 or visit www.bigbendhospice.org.

OBITUARIES SYLVIA ANNETTE evis Funeral HAMMOND SHULER ome of Bristol DONALD WAYNE APALACHICOLA - Sylvia Annette Hammond H PARKER Shuler, 76, of Apalachicola, passed away Thursday, & Crematory HOSFORD - Donald Wayne March 23, 2013. She was born October 18, 1936 in Parker, 63, of Hosford, passed Apalachicola. She grew up on the banks of Kennedy away Tuesday, March 19, 2013 Creek in Sumatra and moved to Panama City in 1958 All existing pre-need and at in Tallahassee. He was a veteran where she worked for the paper mill until she retired need contracts are now handled serving in the United States in 1997. She loved to cook, fish and garden. She was by the Bevis family and staff. Army. He was retired as a correc- a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day tions officer from Liberty Correctional Institution and Saints. All operations of the funeral process had been a member of the Hosford/Telogia Volunteer She was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph B will be handled on location at Fire Department. and Katie Mae Hammond; her husband, W.O. Shuler, 12008 NW State Road 20. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Jr.; an infant son, Gregory Todd Shuler. Mary Richards Parker. Survivors include three daughters, Donna Cronwell CALL 643-3636 Survivors include two daughters, Erin Williams of and her husband, Dale of Panama City, Zann Keltner Hosford and Tonya Cofty of Brinson, GA; three broth- and her husband, Kip of Yuma, AZ, Kathy Willis and Todd Wahlquist, Rocky Bevis & Ed Peacock ers, Rex Parker of Bristol, William Parker of Brinson, her husband, Chris of Crawfordville; one son, Jason Licensed Funeral Directors GA, and Allen Parker and his wife, Kelly of Townsend, Shuler of Crawfordville; 13 grandchildren and three TN; two sisters, Alfreda Phillips and her husband, Gene great-grandchildren. of Telogia and Robin Kent and her husband, Penny Family will receive friends one hour prior to service WHAT BETTER TRIBUTE CAN THERE BE? of Hosford; three grandchildren, Megan Kirkpatrick, time at the church. Honor your loved ones by making their memory Mason Williams and Dawson Cofty. Services will be held on Friday, March 29 at 1 p.m. part of our best efforts to defeat cancer. For more Graveside services were held on Friday, March 22 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in information, contact the American Cancer Society. at Sanders Cemetery with Reverend Coy Collins of- Crawfordville. EAST GADSDEN UNIT ficiating. Interment followed with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Adams Funeral Home in Blountstown was in charge Mission Fund, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day P.O. Box 563, Quincy 32353 of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made Saints, 3251 Crawfordville Highway, Crawfordville, at adamsfh.com. FL 32327. Independent Funeral Home in Quincy is in charge Peavy Funeral Home BERNICE CHAMBERS of the arrangements. CLARKSVILLE - Bernice Chambers, 95, of & Crematory Clarksville, passed away Friday, March 22, 2013 in PATRICIA DIANNE “PATTY” FLEEMAN Blountstown. He was born on March 20, 1918 in CLARKSVILLE - Patricia Dianne “Patty” Flee- Florala, AL and had lived in Clarksville since 1961, man, 56, of Clarksville, passed away Saturday, March coming from Laura Hill. He was a retired farmer, a 23, 2013 in Clarksville. She was a 1975 graduate of member of Poplar Head Baptist Church in Clarksville Apalachicola High School and was a Registered Sur- and a member of Woodman of the World. gical Nurse at Jackson County Hospital in Marianna. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maggie She was preceded in death by her dad, Hollis J. Chambers. Fleeman. Survivors include, two sons, Darwin Chambers and Survivors include her mother, Katherine W. Fleeman; his wife, Jan and Anthony Chambers and his wife, Gina, three sisters, Karen Bryant and her husband, Belvin and Your hometown funeral home since 1994 all of Clarksville; one brother, Emmitt Chambers of Rebecca Shuler, all of Clarksville and Donna Golden Florala, AL; one sister, Flora Saunders and her husband, and her husband Jerry, of Bremen, GA. Funeral Services with Dignity, Fred of Oklahoma; five grandchildren and six great- Memorialization will be by cremation. Caring and Professionalism. grandchildren. The family would like to thank everyone for their Services were held on Monday, March 25 at Peavy prayers and support. In lieu of flowers, contributions Marlon Peavy Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Tommy Sumner may be made to Emerald Coast Hospice, 4374 Lafayette A Hometown Funeral Director and Reverend Russell Jones officiating. Interment Street, Marianna, FL 32446. You Can Trust and Depend On! followed in Poplar Head Cemetery in Clarksville. Adams Funeral Home in Blountstown is in charge Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown was in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made Telephone (850) 674-2266 of the arrangements. at adamsfh.com.

DAVID ALAN THE CITY OF BRISTOL SILVERMAN Important Information BLOUNTSTOWN ANNOUNCES - David Alan Silver- For Patients 2013 APPLICATION PERIOD man, 69, of Blountstown, passed away Saturday, FOR RESIDENTIAL March 23, 2013. He was Effective April 30, 2013 SEWER IRRIGATION RATES born in New York City, NY on September 30, changes in services RESIDENTIAL USERS of the Bristol Mu- 1943 to the late Edward nicipal Wastewater System who wish to The co-applicant grant between Liberty County Health Department and Florence Brand Sil- have a fixed sewer rate for the 2013 sum- and Liberty Community Health Care will end. The primary care services verman. He was a retired mer months may apply for an irrigation currently being provided will be transitioned to another provider. salesman and had lived in rate for sewer services by making applica- Blountstown for the past tion to the City of Bristol at the office of the The following services will be provided by the new federally quali- 16 years. City Clerk, 12444 NW Virginia G. Weaver fied health care (FQHC) dedicated Survivors include two Street, Bristol, Florida during regular busi- to serving those in need. The Calhoun & Liberty daughters, Cindy Fat- ness hours now through April 19, 2013. •Adult Health County Health Departments toruso and her husband, •Prescription Assistance will continue to offer: Brian of Surprise, AZ The Sewer Irrigation Rate is determined as •Adult Dental and Cristy Kumasaka follows: A three month water usage aver- •Behavioral/Mental Health H and her husband, Shawn Pediatric/Child Health age will be calculated utilizing the usages re- H of Monroe, WA; one To ensure continuity of care, we Family Planning flected on the preceding December, January, brother, Roy Silverman will continue primary care services HObstetrics (OB) February, and March water bills, discarding and his friend, Nina Hat- until the new organization is open H the highest bill and using the 3 lowest bills for HIV/STD Testing and Treatment ton of Tallahassee; two for services. We will be working calculation purposes. Based upon this aver- HPediatric Dental grandchildren, Andrea with the new providers to ensure a age usage, the sewer irrigation rate will be HSchool Health and Brian Fattoruso. smooth transition of care. Our goal determined according to calculation methods H Memorialization will is to continue to provide access to Environmental established in City of Bristol Ordinance 2011- be by cremation. affordable, quality healthcare ser- HBirth and Death Certificates 02. The Sewer Irrigation Rate will be effective Adams Funeral Home vices and ensure your health care HWIC & Nutrition for 6 billing cycles beginning May 1, 2013 and in Blountstown is in needs are met. H ending October 1, 2013. Teen Outreach Program (TOP) charge of the arrange- For more information call: Liberty Community HTobacco Cessation ments. Online condo- Health Care at 643-2292, Liberty County Questions regarding the Sewer Irrigation Rate H lences may be made at Health Department at 643-2415 or Calhoun Community Outreach may be addressed to Robin M. Hatcher, City County Health Department at 674-5645 adamsfh.com. Clerk at (850) 643-2261. Page 20 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL MARCH 27, 2013 CHIPOLA COLLEGE Hosford woman helps guide students with their academic decisions Chipola TRIO grad now recruiting for FSU/PC campus PANAMA CITY—Chipola College earned with a Bachelor’s degree in Profes- graduate Casey Lathem has high praise sional Communication in 2012. Soon after for the Chipola College TRIO programs earning her B.S., she was hired as an Ad- which put her on the path to college. She missions Officer with FSU/PC. Here job in- now serves as an Admissions Officer with cludes recruiting students to FSU as well as Florida State University/Panama City re- advising them on their major of choice. cruiting students and advising them on their Lathem said, “I am truly thankful to have academic paths. been part of such a great program. TRIO re- Lathem was recruited by Chipola’s ally does set the foundation students need TRIO program - Talent Search when she to succeed. I feel blessed to have had the was an eighth grader at Hosford Elemen- opportunity to meet such wonderful people tary and Junior High in Liberty County. like Judy Riviere, Kristie Mosley, Kristy The purpose of TRIO is to expose students Pleasant and Mandy Suggs, who really want to college experiences, and to encourage to help students succeed. I am also fortunate college enrollment and success in school. to have a job in which I can provide the TRIO targets students early in their aca- same support for students.” demic careers to help them remain focused TRIO was given its name because it start- From left: Angie White, Angie Tyler, Casey Lathem, and Brooke Mathis. on their academic success. TRIO also helps ed as a group of just three federally funded students with study skills, financial aid and colleges and universities to help them choose the col- programs. There are a total of eight pro- college admissions. Lathem said, “Having the support lege and program that is best suited to their interests. grams that fall under the umbrella of TRIO. Chipola of TRIO allowed my twin sister, Kelly, and I to bet- They also provide information about the financial aid has two of the eight programs: Talent Search and Stu- ter understand the process of college-readiness. It is a process, scholarships and grants. dent Support Services. A total of 600 students in the wonderful program” After graduating from Liberty County High School, five-county area are currently enrolled in the TRIO As a student at Hosford, Lathem was visited regu- Lathem chose Chipola College, where TRIO director program - Talent Search. The TRIO program - Stu- larly by Kristie Mosley, former TRIO advisor, current Judy Riviere, now retired, advised her through her As- dent Support Services serves 140 students currently Student Support Services Director of TRIO. Lathem sociate in Arts degree. Lathem said, “Not only was enrolled at Chipola. said, “Ms. Mosley and other members of the TRIO Mrs. Riviere my advisor, she became a mentor as well. staff helped me understand the decisions related to at- Most importantly, she helped me believe that I could For information, about Talent Search, contact tending college as well as which college was right for achieve my goals and pursue a bachelor’s degree. Angie Tyler. For Student Support Services, contact me.” After graduating from Chipola, Lathem transferred Kristie Mosley. Phone (850) 718-2431 or visit www. Advisors in TRIO take students on tours of area to Florida State University in Panama City where she chipola.edu.

email at [email protected] Tupperware Reheat Micro- & Eat wave Re- NEW heating Crystal- Wave Meal Solutions Great for storing all those Easter Chipola automotive tech students dinner leftovers and enjoying attend Gator Nationals Drag Race them through Students in the Chipola College Automotive Technology program recently the week. attended the Gator Nationals Drag race in Gainesville free of charge. The students received a full day admissions along with a VIP pit passes cour- CALL BETH EUBANKS tesy of the college’s corporate sponsors and local advisory committee. Here, Your Tupperware Consultant some of the students pose in front of a drag car with instructor Chase Vlieg in Chipola cap and shirt. (850) 643-2498 or (850) 570-0235 Easter Coloring Contest Winners

Ten talented youngsters collected gift bags filled with prizes for taking top honors in this year’s Calhoun-Liberty Journal Easter Coloring Contest. The winning entries were colorful and creative! OUR WINNERS’ LIST INCLUDES: • Hope Tanner, age 4, daughter of Warren and Kim Tanner of Altha. (Hope and Montana tied in this category) Hope Tanner • Montana Reddick, age 4, daughter of Jessica & Shawn Reddick of Blountstown. Samuel Harris • Jack Strickland, age 5, son of Jason and Dani Strickland of Bristol. • Elyssah Harvell, age 6, daughter of Joanna and Bubba Harvell of Bristol. • Makanlys Allen, age 7, daughter of Heather Hermanes of Hosford. • Chloe Hodge, age 8, daughter of Robert and Brenda Hodge of Bristol. • Brianna Reddick, age 9, daughter of Jessica and Shawn Reddick of Blountstown. • Crayton Capps Conyers, age 10, son of Brandon Conyers and grandson of Sharon & Marty Conyers of Blountstown. • Shauna Joelle Hunter, age 11, daughter of Brandy and Danny Hunter of Blountstown. • Samuel Harris, age 12, son of Marilyn and Archie Harris of Bristol. Montana Reddick Shauna Hunter

Jack Strickland Elyssah Harvell Makanlys Allen Chloe Hodge Brianna Reddick Crayton Capps MARCH 27, 2013 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL Page 21 Dentists & assistants needed to partner with Mobile Dental Unit Once again we in Calhoun and Liberty at or below the 200 percent poverty level County have had the privilege of being are treated on the unit. Each dentist is served by the Baptist Mobile Dental asked initially to complete a Practitioner Ministry. Their purpose is to help provide Application and sign a form indicating caring dental service and a Christian that no fees are being collected. witness to Florida’s needy. This year we If you would like more information treated 105 dental patients who received about this ministry please call Roger Phil- over $25,000 of free dental care. We had lips of First Baptist Church of Bristol at one profession of faith and many touched (850) 643-5400. by the compassion of local Christians. We Basic dentistry, such as fillings and also distributed over 16,000 pounds of the state of Florida. Yet the ministry of the unit would not tooth extractions, is performed on the unit. food on our pre-screening day, March 7, We appreciate our local Florida licensed be accomplished without the services of When more extensive work is needed, local thanks to Farm Share of Quincy. We also dentists and dental assistant volunteers that dedicated dentists who volunteer their dentists may volunteer to treat patients in offered health screening through our local come to partner with us. Dentists across time to help those in need. their offices. Adults and children, six years Health Department at the pre-screening. the state are telling their colleagues and The Florida Baptist Convention mobile and older, are examined and treated. The The Mobile Dental Unit is driven to and others about their rewarding experiences unit is one of the “Project Dentists Care state-of-the-art mobile dental unit contains from every location by our Licensed Trans- while working with the Florida Baptist Affiliates”, associated with the Florida two treatment rooms, each equipped with portation/Maintenance Coordinators. Convention’s Mobile Dental Clinic: “It is Dental Association that helps access dental x-ray equipment, fiber-optic hand pieces, They also prepare the unit for operation a joy for me to work in your mobile dental care for low income Florida residents. supplies, and instruments needed for basic at each location. Our Project Coordina- clinic. It helps me to deeply appreciate all Dentists who volunteer may receive up dentistry. Mobile dental coordinators are tor this year was Jennifer Smith of Lake the good things that so many of us have to a maximum of five hours of required available to assist with sterilization and City. Jennifer has full knowledge of the and that we need to help, love and support continuing education credit, calculated at location of the instruments. everyday operation and equipment of the hose in our community who are in need,” one continuing education credit per one Dentists and dental assistants are unit. The Apalachee Baptist Association said one local dentist. “I heartily applaud hour of patient services. Dentists usually needed to partner with the Florida Baptist sponsored the free services in our area. your ministry through the mobile dental volunteer for a three- or four-hour shift, Convention and the Mobile Dental Unit in The Apalachee Baptist Association clinic,” said a dentist from Blountstown. either in the morning or afternoon. In some providing dental care to those who cannot reserved the unit for our community “It was an honor and a privilege to be locations, such as in migrant areas, dentists afford to see a dentist. This is one way that following the successful clinic in 2012 given the opportunity to provide dental work in the evenings when patients can dentists can use their professional skills where we treated 87 local patients. We care to those in need. The hard work of come. Each dentist is asked to bring a to give back to the community while im- planned the event by identifying patients set up and organization was accomplished dental assistant to help with procedures. proving the health of its citizens. Please and volunteer staff, as well as implement- through the efforts of others. Ours was The Florida Baptist Convention and volunteer to serve on the unit when it is ing a plan for an evangelistic ministry to the easy part, made even more enjoyable its local Baptist Associations cooperate in your area. complement the dental ministry. Each year by the hospitality of the Calhoun Liberty with the Florida Department of Health this bus offers approximately 40 weeks of Ministry Center and local churches.” in providing sovereign immunity for THINGS WE NEED: dental care, crisscrossing the state to meet The Florida Baptist Convention Mobile the dentists who work on the unit. This • Volunteer in 2014 to help our dental needs. During a three-year span, more than Dental Unit, built in the year 1998, trav- protects dentists and health care workers project next year. 250 professions of faiths were made as a els across Florida providing free dental from lawsuits, since the state of Florida • Support this ministry through prayer. result of this ministry. care for patients in need. The unit is a assumes responsibility for any liability. To • Share your time and talents as a project Funding is provided by the Apalachee continuation of a mobile ministry that receive this immunity, certain guidelines volunteer. Baptist Association and the Florida Baptist has provided free dental care for under- and processes must be followed as outlined • Spread the word about this exciting Convention as well as the North American served Floridians since 1973. Thousands by the Volunteer Health Care Provider ministry. Mission Board for daily operation. The bus of underprivileged patients, at or below the Program. Most of these guidelines deal • Give to the Cooperative Program was purchased and built through donations 200 percent poverty level, have received with the screening of patients, both for through your local Southern Baptist to the Maguire State Mission Offering of free dental care through this ministry. income and need. Only patients who fall church. PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES DISPOSITION cover storage, legal, and pub- number. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF are required to serve a copy of Court Approved Family Law Notice lishing fees. The mobile home THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIR- your written defenses, if any, to Form 12.915.) Future papers must be removed from The St. The Sheriff reserves the right to CUIT, IN AND FOR it on Steven Pumphrey, whose in this lawsuit will be mailed NOTICE OF DISPOSITION Joe Company property after refuse any/or all bids. CALHOUN COUNTY, address is 20859 Central Ave. to the address on record at OF ABANDONED PROPERTY submitting proof of ownership FLORIDA E., Room 130, Blountstown, FL the clerk’s office. PURSUANT TO SECTION and payment. The automobiles, boat and Jet 32424 on or before May 3, 2013, 715.109, FLORIDA STATUTES Ski may be seen at the Liberty Case No: 2010-0173-DR and file the original with the clerk WARNING: Rule 12.285, Flor- Submit documentation and County Sheriff’s Office. Bids of this Court 20859 Central Ave. ida Family Law Rules of Notice is hereby given to Jimmy payment to: Legal Department, must be dropped off at the Lib- Steven Pumphrey, E., Room 130, Blountstown, FL Procedure, requires certain Ross Gowan, Jr. whether alive The St. Joe Company, P.O. Box erty County Sheriff’s Admin- Petitioner 32424 before service on Peti- automatic disclosure of docu- as an individual, or if deceased 217, Wewahitchka, FL 32465, istrative Office at 12499 NW tioner or immediately thereafter. ments and information. Failure his heirs or estate that, on April and received by April 15, 2013. Pogo Street, FL or mailed to the and If you fail to do so, a default to comply can result in sanc- 15, 2013 the single-wide mobile 3-20 T 4-10 Liberty County Sheriff’s Office, may be entered against you tions, including dismissal or home, bearing Manufacturer P.O. Box 67, Bristol, FL 32321, Stormi Pumphrey for the relief demanded in the striking of pleadings. VIN# FLA253364 and located ______to be delivered on or before the Respondent. petition. adjacent to 17865 Arnold Kelly time and date specified above. Florida Supreme Court Approved RD NE, Hosford, Liberty Coun- REQUESTING The below listed vehicles, boat NOTICE OF ACTION FOR Copies of all court documents Family Law Form 12.913(a)(2), ty, Florida, will be disposed SEALED BIDS and Jet Ski are to be auctioned: Petition for Dissolution in this case, including orders, Notice of Action for Family Cases by The St. Joe Timberland The Liberty County Sheriff’s of Marriage are available at the Clerk of the With Minor Child(ren) (01/12) Company, pursuant to Section Office will be accepting sealed 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe Circuit Court’s office. You may 715.109, Florida Statues. bids for automobiles to be auc- 1996 Chevrolet Caprice TO: Stormi K. Pumphrey review these documents upon Dated: March 22, 2013 tioned. The bids will be ac- 1999 Buick LaSabre 15349 NW Flossie request. If Jimmy Ross Gowan, Jr., heirs, cepted from 8:00 am March 18, 2001 Dodge Truck Pumphrey Ln, CLERK OF THE estate, or assigns, have a legal 2013 through 5:00 pm April 1, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria Altha, FL 32421 You must keep the Clerk of the CIRCUIT COURT, interest in the described mobile 2013. All bids must be sealed 2008 Kawasaki Jet Ski Circuit Court’s office notified Carla A. Hand home, the mobile home can be listing the specific automobile, 1973 Fiber Glass Boat YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an of your current address. (You claimed by submitting proof of boat or Jet Ski, amount of bid, action for Divorce has been may file Notice of Current By: NB, Deputy Clerk ______legal ownership and $1,500 to name, address and telephone filed against you and that you Address, Florida Supreme 3-27 T 4-17

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APPLICATION DEADLINE: JOB OPENING OPEN UNTIL FILLED The School Board of Liberty County is accept- stitution. To obtain an application, contact Human Resourc- ing applications for the following position for the (2) Certified in the appropriate area or willing es at mailto: [email protected] or at (850) 2012-2013 school year. A complete Certified to work toward certification. 718-2269. Candidates may be subject to a back- Application listing Three (3) Professional Refer- (3) Must provide written references upon re- ground investigation. ences and Resume is required. It will need to quest from the Superintendent. be submitted in the Vacancies section under Hu- EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER man Resources/Careers of the online applica- KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: tion at the LCSB website, www.lcsbonline.org. Knowledge of child development and especially On the Current Job Openings page, click on the of characteristics of children in the age group as- “Link”, under “How to Apply” beside the position signed. Knowledge of prescribed curriculum. 2 positions - Temporary/seasonal work plant- you are interested in applying for. After complet- Knowledge of current educational research. Ba- ing, cultivating and harvesting nursery stock, ing the Certified Application, it must be attached sic understanding and knowledge of use of cur- trees, evergreens, shrubs including balled and to the position. Resume can be attached to the rent technology. Knowledge of learning styles burlap (B&B) tree production from 4/15/2013 to online application under the “Attachment” drop and skill in using varied teaching methods to ad- 12/10/2013 at Hidden Acres Nursery, LLC , Flem- down menu, faxed into the District Office at 850- dress student learning styles. Skill in oral and 643-5131 or you can bring it to the District Of- written communication with students, parents, ington and Hillsboro, NJ. Three months of pre- fice. Any computer with internet access can be and others. Ability to plan and implement ac- vious experience required in the job described. used, i.e. (Library, One Stop Career Center, Adult tivities for maximum effectiveness. Ability to ef- Saturday work required. Must be able lift/carry School, etc.). fectively assess levels of student achievement, 75 lbs. $10.87/hr or current applicable AEWR. analyze test results, and prescribe actions for Workers are guaranteed ¾ of work hours of total Those without computer access may come to the improvement. Ability to maintain appropriate period. Work tools, supplies, equipment supplied District Administration office and complete your student supervision so that students have a safe by employer without charge to worker. Housing application. Assistance will be provided, if need- and orderly environment in which to learn. Abil- with kitchen facilities provided at no cost to only ed. Reasonable accommodations for completing ity to work effectively with peers, administrators those workers who are not reasonably able to re- forms and interviews are available for people and others. with disabilities when requested in advance. turn same day to their place of residence at time For a request for reasonable accommodations, COMPENSATION: of recruitment. Transportation and subsistence please contact the Office of the Superintendent. Salary Range: 31,770—52,105 expenses to work site will be paid to nonresident workers not later than upon completion of 50% of the job contract. Interviews required. Apply Inclusion Teacher Applications will be received from: March 22, 2013 – April 5, 2013 (5:00 PM) for this job at nearest State Workforce Agency in WR Tolar School state in which this ad appears, or One Stop Ca- Employment opportunities are offered reer Center 16908 Northeast Pear Street, Suite 2, QUALIFICATIONS: without regard to race, religion, sex, national Blountstown, FL 32424. Provide copy of this ad. (1) Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited in- origin, age, handicap or marital status. NJ Job Order #NJ0816095. Page 22 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL MARCH 27, 2013

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Various appliances, Nesco 18 2000 Ford Windstar, runs good, Brindle bulldogs, mom and her Kicker subwoofers, two 10” with Makes a good camp boat. Comes quart, Roaster oven, silver mil- needs minor work, $850 OBO. four puppies. Free to a good home. 1000 watt Rockford Fosgate amp, with a 70 hp motor that runs great, lennium, $30. Sharp carousel mi- Call (850) 247-8315. 3-20, 3-27 Call 237-2024. 3-20, 3-27 paid $550 asking $350. Call 762- $1,900 firm. Serious inquires only. crowave oven, $25. Tater Twister 3630. 3-20, 3-27 Call 674-2716. 3-27, 4-3 electric curly cutter, $15. Electric 2001 Toyota Tundra access cab, Two parakeets, includes cage, Fry Daddy, $10. Call 674-4242. 4x4 with 142K miles, VGC, $9,200 $25 for all. Call 570-3806. 14’ Jon boat, carpeted, 9.9 Mer- 3-27, 4-3 or will trade for a F250, 4x4 of 3-20, 3-27 EQUIPMENT cury motor, 50 lb. thrust trolling mo- equal value. Call 962-7894 eveni tor, tilt trailer, paddle, two life vests Electric stove, works good, clean, ngs. 3-20, 3-27 AKC registered English Bull & TOOLS and all safety equipment, $1,350. $135. Call (863) 370-2369. 3-27-4-3 dog puppies, one male and one Call 643-3429. 3-27, 4-3 2004 Ford Expedition XLT, female, have current shots and SAF-T Master 16 foot aluminum Kenmore dishwasher, like new, leather seats, power split-folding play well with other animals and extension ladder, $50. Electric 1997 Aqua Sport 16.5 fiberglass $100 OBO. Bissell upright carpet third row seat, 90,360 miles, one children. Free to a good home. chain saw with two battery char- striper boat with center console. cleaner, best offer, like new. Call owner, garage kept, serviced ev- Email Jack at jaksmith777@gmail. gers, $50. Call 674-4242. 3-27, 4-3 Has a 1997 Johnson 50 hp motor, 643-6485. 3-20, 3-27 ery 3,000 miles. In excellent con- com if interested. 3-20, 3-27 a 1997 EZ loader trailer, used less dition, $9,500. Call 762-4533. Murray push behind mower, 6.5 than 100 hours in excellent condi- hp motor with big tires. Mulcher Haier refrigerator, 4.5 cubic ft., 3-20, 3-27 tion, needs clean up, $5,000. Call new, paid $204.23 asking $150. and mower in one, hardly used, 442-6431 please leave message. $175. Call 762-8941 leave mes- Call 674-8482. 3-20, 3-27 2000 Mazda 2500, fast speed, LOST/FOUND 3-20, 3-27 cold air, 53,000 miles, like new sage. 3-20, 3-27 tires, in excellent condition inside FOUND: Three cats, two large and out, $4,700 firm. Call 674- Pressure washer, $70. Polan HOMES & LAND Tiger cats gray with black stripes chainsaw, $70. Call 674-6467. AUTO PARTS 8437. 3-20, 3-27 and brown noses, one has a 3-20, 3-27 2000 Skyline manufactured 700R Chevy transmission with bobbed tail. Another cat is gray 2000 Ford F150, 4WD, automatic, home, 3 BD, 2 1/2 BA, laminated cable shift not electric, $150. Call and white with long hair. All very AC, stereo, bedliner and tool box, Weed Eater Lawn Mower, low wood flooring, wood cabinets, fire- (863) 370-2369. 3-20, 3-27 friendly. Found at the corner of $6,400 OBO. Call 447-4512. hours, does not crank, good for place, doublepane/tilt windows, 274 and Porter Grade Road in parts, $40. Call 762-9762. 3-20, 3-27 Blountstown. Call 762-3264 to cl vinyl siding, must be moved. Lo- 3-20, 3-27 cated in Smith Creek, $26,500. aim. 3-27, 4-3 CARS 3-20, 3-27 PETS/SUPPLIES Call 962-7894 evenings. 1999 Ford Escort sports edition, FOUND: Bulldog puppy, white WANTED 2 door, $1,000. Call 209-8895. with pink collar, female. Found 1996 16 x 80 Mobile Home, 2BR, White English/Pit Bulldog mixed 2BA, must be moved, $6,500. Call 3-27, 4-3 south of Blountstown. Call to iden- Someone to provide lawn care, puppies, six weeks old, 4 females 447-0985. 3-20, 3-27 tify at 674-5995. 3-13, 3-20 and 3 males, free to a good home. must have own equipment. For 1999 Saturn sports coupe, 3 Call 557-5377 or 447-3324. more information call 674-8482. door, gold, runs good and clean, 3-20, 3-27 3-27, 4-3 YARD SALE $2,200. Call 379-8308. 3-27, 4-3 ELECTRONICS Two large dog Igloos, $25 each. HUNTING Computer system, processor, ALTHA Call 228-4558. 3-27, 4-3 TRUCKS monitor, all in one printer, two key- & FISHING Garage sale, Saturday, 2006 Honda Pilot, runs great, boards, three mouses, 2 speakers Three brown African geese gos- Fiberglass house boat, 40x12 ft. March 30 at 15319 NW J.W. 186,000 miles, everything works, and six cables, $145 OBO. Call lings, $20 for all. Call 209-0910. with generator, blue, on the Apala- Rackley Sreet behind the Al- good overall condition, white with 674-6242. 3-27, 4-3 3-20, 3-27 chicola river between Blountstown olive leather interior, $9,900 OBO. tha Library off Hwy. 274, look bridge and boat landing, $6,500 Call Shalene at 482-4050. 3-27, 4-3 Dell 19” LCD monitor (flat screen) for signs. Lots of baby items OBO. Call 447-1135. 3-27, 4-3 Bunnies, four available, $5 each. comes with a VGA and power cord new and used, miscellaneous 2000 Jeep Wrangler, red, vinyl Call 447-1980, leave message if in excellent condition, $30. Call 1991 Pontoon boat, 24 ft. with household items, some horse top, new tires, very basic. Call no answer. 3-20, 3-27 643-4362. 3-27, 4-3 homemade wooden upper deck. tack and much more. 762-8941. 3-20, 3-27

Chipola Workforce Board hosts annual robotics contest Fourteen robots and their student “This contest gives students a chance inventors gathered in Marianna to put lessons learned in the classroom Thursday, March 21 to compete in to use in a way that offers them many the sixth annual robotics contest challenges they have to overcome,” sponsored by the Chipola Regional Williams said. “It is amazing to see Workforce Development Board and teams between rounds working on Opportunity Florida. The contest their robots and actually applying skills challenged teams of students to necessary to do well in any occupation design, build and operate a robot to that requires knowledge in math, outscore their opponents in head to science, technology and engineering.” head completion. The CRWDB provides oversight Tech No Bot from Holmes County and implementation of workforce High School defeated Wolverines development programs in Calhoun, from Chipley High School 65-10 in the Holmes, Jackson, Liberty and final round to take the championship. Washington County. The board Cottondale High’s Avengers defeated also works with local educational the Bulldogs of Liberty County 50- institutions, economic development 45to capture third place. organizations and local employers to in the Log Book competition as well CRWDB and Opportunity Florida to give Students were challenged to design promote our goal of having a highly as the Top Gun Award for scoring the area educators an extra tool to use as they and build a robot that could move skilled and competitive workforce. most points in a single match. In the Log help youth learn how to think critically, various size balls into scoring areas as Book competition teams submitted log problem solve and work as a team. well as lift balls into a scoring tube. The CRWDB is a non-profit books that were graded and then the top Richard Williams, Executive Director Teams played four round robin matches corporation providing job skill training teams were also interviewed by judges of the CRWDB, said the contest is a that determined the seeding in a single and employment services in Calhoun, to determine the final rankings. fun way for students to expand their elimination tournament. Holmes, Jackson, Liberty and Washington The contest was started by the classroom knowledge. Tech No Logic also took first place Counties.

WSTARSCOPEW Small Week of March 24~ March 30, 2013 ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Aries, a mountain of responsibility Libra, a chance encounter has has put pressure on you. Although you rethinking what you want to you cannot shy away from what has to accomplish in the next few weeks. Town Tom be done, you can put a smile on your You are second-guessing all of your face when tackling your tasks. plans because of this surprise. A CARTOON BY MIKE BARNHOUSE

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Taurus, something special will A decision you made could have take place in the next few days long-term effects, Scorpio. You’ll and you will be on hand to experience probably find that you have to do all of it. Magical moments are to be some damage control this week to made with a romantic partner. get things back on track.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Gemini, you may want to think Sagittarius, all indications point to a before you speak when a friend monumental change in your life. Wait asks for advice. The truth might to see what occurs and put big deci- hurt, so it could be wise to keep sions or vacations on hold. quiet for the time being. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Capricorn, it can be tempting to Cancer, a stroke of inspiration toss away your responsibilities leads you on a creative journey. and simply have fun. But then you Things will calm down toward the will be so backed up it could take end of the week when you have to quite a while to dig out from under focus on more tangible things. your to-do list.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Leo, someone you know wants Aquarius, just when you need a to step things up to another level, bit of sunshine, a satisfying piece but you may not be ready to take of good news arrives. Your spouse that kind of plunge. Talk over or partner plays a significant role in your feelings in a kind way. this positive development.

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