Torreya MLK ¢ Tree to be THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY } 50 includes tax March celebrated held on March 1&2 Monday See page 3 OURNAL See page 8 Wednesday JCLJNews.com January 17, 2018 Office in Bristol, FL Vol. 38 No. 03 New ANF District Ranger wants to increase timber harvesting by Teresa Eubanks, Journal Editor grandfather is one of the best cross- forest. Forty-seven percent of the Members gathered for Mon- cut saw workers in the area where land in Liberty County is national day night’s annual Liberty County I grew up.” forest. The forest covers 44 per- Chamber of Commerce meeting He shared his experiences of cent of Wakulla County land. In got some good news for a county when he first started with the forest Leon County, the percentage of filled with timber cutters, sawmill service on Aug. 12, 1991, which forest land is 23, with just 12 per- workers and truck drivers: The began with taking tests on firefight- cent in Franklin County. new Apalachicola National Forest ing his first day on the job. “On In 2010, the forest service took (ANF) District Ranger wants to in- the third day, I was on the side of over a 1,000 acre site in Calhoun crease timber harvesting. a mountain in California fighting County which was being managed Ranger Clint Davis, who works a fire.” He described his first few as an experimental forest through out of the district office in Craw- days as a little frightening as well the Southern Forest Experiment fordville, let the gathering know as fun, adding, “That was my wel- Station. that he grew up in the timber indus- come to the forest service and it’s try in his home state of Arkansas. been a great career.” See LIBERT Y CHAMBER “I’m from a logging family,” Now, his focus is on the four continued inside on page 13 he said, and told the group, “My counties that make up the national ABOVE: New ANF District Ranger outlined his thoughts on harvesting more timber from the national forest. BELOW: Approximately 85 people attended Monday’s Annual Chamber Meeting, which was catered by T.J.’s Country Store. JOHNNY EUBANKS PHOTOS

Driver charged with DUI in Thursday crash by Teresa Eubanks, Journal Editor A 49-year-old Blount- stown man who escaped injury after losing control of his truck - which then overturned and burned - was arrested for driv- ing under the influence with property damage and careless driving last Thursday evening. According to the Calhoun Firefighters Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) report, Joel Alan Association meeting Kirkbride was traveling south on SR 71 around 8 Two-year-old Jantson Shuler accom- p.m. on Jan. 11 when his panied his parents, Blountstown Fire 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 the initial report by FHP A witness reported that Dept. Lt. Jamey Shuler and Tessa pickup went off the road Trooper William O’Pry. the driver had attempted to Shuler to the monthly Calhoun Coun- south of Altha, near NW The truck struck a util- leave the scene. ty Firefighters Association meeting Magnolia Church Road. ity pole and came to rest As he spoke with Kirk- Monday. While Jantson was enjoy- The truck was en- on the westbound shoulder bride, Trooper Gentry not- ing trying on a firefighter’s helmet, the tering a curve when it near the woodline. FHP ed that the driver’s eyes rest of the group was busy discussing crossed the centerline Trooper J. Gentry arrived were bloodshot and watery about ways to resolve the problem of into the oncoming lane. on scene to find the vehicle and he smelled strongly of poor address labeling in the county. JOEL ALAN KIRKBRIDE The driver overcor- still burning. The driver, alcohol. They also learned about a free life rected, causing the truck direction and go off the who was wearing his seat- insurance policy available for first re- to rotate in a clockwise pavement, according to belt, was not injured. See DUI continued on page 2 sponders. See more on PAGE 8. Nilsa Prowant completes 1st season on MTV reality show in Panama City

by Teresa Eubanks, Journal Editor Once in a while, they even make it to Nilsa’s going back to the beach the beach. house. FROM BHS TO MTV After a quick eight-episode run, for- The former Blountstown High mer Clarksville resident Nilsa Prowant School cheerleader who went on to will reunite with her seven cast mates cheer at Chipola College while earning on MTV’s new reality show, Floribama her cosmetology degree has no qualms Shore. Regular watchers of MTV have about being on camera. avidly followed the first short season of Since childhood, she’s been involved the series, which brings together twen- in beauty pageants and won several ty-somethings from varied backgrounds titles. She’s become a fixture on the who are looking for fun on Panama beach, where she’s worked at several City Beach while struggling with the restaurants and bars, often as a server challenges of love, lust and emotional and other times taking part in special confusion between drunken brawls and promotions for alcohol as well as cloth- personal revelations. ing. Her Instagram showcases a revolv- Between the tears, the arguments and ing display of modeling photos, family the emotional breakdowns, the series pictures and partying snapshots. She’s showcases Panama City Beach. Cast quick to ask her followers for opinions members show up in local restaurants on her makeup and hair photos. like Firefly and storm into bars where See FLORIBAMA SHORE Nilsa Prowant, shown in front in a black dress, shares her experiences as they quickly whip up some drama. continued inside on page 5 part of the cast of the new show, Floribama Shore.

Sheriff's Log...... 2 Arrest Reports...... 2 Sean of the South: THREE WORDS...... 7 Events and Community Calendar...... 3 Job Market...... 9 & 12 Obituaries...... 11 Hosford School Fitness event set for Jan. 25....4 BASKETBALL: Tigers vs. Bulldogs...... 14 Page 2 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL JANUARY 17, 2018 SHERIFF’S LOG CALHOUN COUNTY JAN. 14 •Aaron Dupree Burkes, VOP, BPD. •Robert Anthony Gurliaccio, possession of methamphetamine (over 10 grams), possession of drug equipment, VOP, BPD. JAN. 13 •Christan William Dean, disorderly intoxica- tion, CCSO. JAN. 12 •Phillip Marion Mayo, larceny ($300-$1000), dealing in stolen property, CCSO. JAN. 11 •Scott Anthony Daniels, battery, child neglect, CCSO. Vehicles collide •Joel Alan Kirkbride, DUI, FHP. •Jeffery Charles Tipton, convicted felon reg- after one runs istration, CCSO. JAN. 10 stop sign •Eric Tracy Mayo, convicted felon registra- tion, CCSO. •Elijah Ryan Riley, battery, CCSO. A driver was charged with 45, of Blountstown was cited Liberty Hospital. •Christopher Lee Rowe, failure to appear, failure to obey a stop sign, for the accident caused when Her two passengers, one CCSO. driving a vehicle in unsafe he ran a stop sign and drove 17 and the other 10 years old, JAN. 9 conditions and no proof of in- into the path of an a 2011 also had minor injuries. •Jennifer Michelle Allen, convicted felon surance after a collision with Dodge Ram 1500 traveling Traveling in the 1995 registration, CCSO. another car at 11th Street and east on SR 20. The driver, GME Sierra with Baggett was •Amos Lewis Anderson, aggravated battery SR 20 in Blountstown just af- Nancy May Miles, 37, of Ki- Jerri Danielle Weeks, 38, of with a deadly weapon, APD. ter noon on Monday. nard, suffered minor injures Blountstown and a four-year- •Christina Clark, convicted felon registration, William Edward Baggett, and was taken to Calhoun old child, who were not hurt. CCSO. •Edward Clark, convicted felon registration, CCSO. •Robert Dravin Hodge, aggravated assault on person 65 years of age or older, aggravated RREST REPORTS assault with a deadly weapon, CCSO. A compiled by Journal Editor, Teresa Eubanks •Bobby Ray Sanders, larceny $100-$300, BPD.

Man arrested for aggravated battery with LIBERTY COUNTY JAN. 15 deadly weapon for hitting victim with level •Andree R. Gibbs, driving while license sus- rd An Altha man was arrested on a charge bed talking when her boyfriend, Amos L. pended or revoked (3 offense), LCSO. of aggravated battery with a deadly weap- Anderson, walked in. JAN. 14 on following a Jan. 1 altercation at a resi- Anderson hit the other man in the head •April Johnson, holding for Gulf County, dence on Chipola Street, according to a with a two-foot-long aluminum level. The GCSO. report from Altha Police Chief Jimmy victim said he grabbed an electric heater JAN. 12 Baggett. and hit Anderson in an effort to get away •Jacklon C. Ahbol, petty theft, LCSO. The police chief responded to a 911 call from him. •Camilo Curz Castillo, serving weekends, of a physical altercation and heard a man Anderson then threw the woman up LCSO. and a woman arguing loudly as he arrived against the wall as the other man ran into •Gregory Donaldson, driving while license at the home around 8:30 a.m. another room to call for help. suspended or revoked, LCSO. When he announced himself and went The woman, who had a contusion on JAN. 10 inside, a couple came out of a bedroom. her forehead and scratches on her neck, re- •Richard Troy Durden, VOP, larceny $100- AMOS L. ANDERSON The man had a laceration on the top left fused to give a statement, saying only that $300, LCSO. side of his forehead and blood running she had tried to break up the fight between •Robert Dloyd Kyle, tampering with evidence, down the side of his face. He told the chief he was all the two men. possession of drug equipment, possession of right and declined medical assistance. The injured man later received 12 stitches for his less than 20 grams of marijuana, LCSO. The injured man explained he had stopped to check head wound. •Ashley Nicole Scruggs, holding for Gulf on the woman living there and the two sitting on her Anderson was released on $5,000 bond. County, GCSO. JAN. 9 •Christopher Rosier, failure to appear, LCSO. Daniels charged with battery & child neglect after fight A man who He went into himself against Daniels. time later and he was ______reportedly at- a bedroom, The men were in the taken into custody. Listings include name followed by charge and tacked another where he be- doorway of the bedroom The infant was not in- identification of arresting agency. The names above man who was gan arguing when Daniels grabbed jured. represent those charged. We remind our readers holding a baby with a family the other man by the Both Daniels and the that all are presumed innocent until proven guilty. was arrested member be- throat and pushed him other man had numerous after the Jan. fore he struck backwards, where they abrasions and bruises. 11 altercation. him on the landed on a bed. Daniels is being held FWC LAW ENFORCEMENT Scott Daniels, right side of The caregiver rushed without bond. WEEKLY REPORT 12/29/17 -1/5/18 48, of Blount- his head. in to remove the child af- CALHOUN COUNTY stown, was The vic- ter hearing the baby cry- Officer Hayes received a call from a landown- er who heard a rifle shot from the roadway near charged with SCOTT A. DANIELS tim, who was ing and the noise from DUI battery and cradling his the fight. continued his residence. The landowner also heard a vehi- cle speed away from the location. Officer Hayes child neglect. grandson in his arms, A threat to call the from Page 1 According to the ar- fell onto a couch. After sheriff’s office broke responded and searched the area for any shell rest report, Daniels had he tried to push Daniels up the fight and Daniels Kirkbride stated that casings or evidence that a deer had been shot. returned home after away, the victim placed left. A deputy caught up he crashed after dodging Unable to locate any evidence, Officer Hayes bringing a caretaker in the baby on the couch with him traveling south- a deer in the road. The concealed his patrol vehicle and conducted sur- to see about his mother. and then turned to defend bound on SR 69 a short trooper’s report noted veillance over two nearby farm fields. Approxi- that Kirkbride admit- mately three hours later, a truck drove by slowly ted that he was guilty of shining the fields with a spotlight. Officer Hayes Man jailed for aggravated assault on drinking and driving. conducted a traffic stop and found the driver to After refusing to take be in possession of a loaded 12-gauge shotgun. person over 65 years of age a roadside sobriety test, The suspect was charged with night hunting. A 20-year-old Blount- grandmother in the left Kirkbridge was taken The firearm and light were seized as evidence. stown man was arrested shoulder three times with to the Calhoun County after losing control when a closed fist. He pulled a Jail. Two breath samples his grandparents refused knife on his grandfather showed his blood alco- to let him use their vehi- and threatened him sev- hol content to be .179 cle to go to Panama City. eral times and then told and .169, twice the legal According to the arrest the couple he was going limit. Portable Buildings report, Robert Dravin to burn down their home The truck was totaled, Hodge spent the night and their vehicles. with the fire burning the of Blountstown with his grandparents After they gave him a blue paint off the front of ROBERT D. HODGE Best Built Buildings on Dec. 21 of last year small amount of cash, he the vehicle. Damages to In the State of Florida and became upset the left. A warrant was is- the utility pole, which is Come by and Let Us Show You! next morning when they sued for his arrest and he person 65 years or older owned by Florida Public turned down his request was taken into custody and aggravated assault Utilities, was estimated to take their car. Jan. 9. with a deadly weapon. to be $3,500. The victims said He was charged with He is being held on He was later released Hodge punched his aggravated assault on a $10,000 bond. on $5,000 bond.

PANTERA ROOFING, INC. State Certified - Lic.#CCC1325718 James Grover •Residential 850-674-2828 • 850-899-0979 •Commercial Dana Donley •Industrial 850-674-2828 or Email: [email protected] All types of Roofs & Repairs 1687 Hwy 20 & Silas Green Street CALL (850) Blountstown, FL 556-0843 JANUARY 17, 2018 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL Page 3 Celebrate the Florida Torreya Tree of Life at Torreya State Park in March The Florida torreya (Torreya tree will be held at Torreya State •Lectures taxifolia) is a critically endangered Park located at 2576 NW Torreya •Hike led by Dr. Edward O. Wil- conifer endemic to the Apalachic- Park Road, Bristol on Thursday, son ola River drainage of the Florida March 1 through Friday, March 2 •Torreya planting panhandle and adjacent southern with guest speaker E.O. Wilson. •Conservation discussion Georgia. The species was once This event aims to: •"Tree Tender" animated film (by a prominent member of its for- •Reflect on Florida torreya and Florida Museum of Natural His- est community but today less than the meaning of its extinction, tory & University of Florida Digital one percent of the historic popula- •Examine and discuss the oppor- Worlds Institute). tion survives, by cyclically dying tunities for linkages between exist- March 2 - Assembling the Tor- back at the sapling stage, such that ing resources and experts to devel- reya Tree of Life - sampling and seeds are rarely, if ever, produced. op a plan of action, field work: The main cause of the decline has •Establish collaborations that •Experts from around the world been attributed to a fungal disease will lead to documentation of the will document the biodiversity as- (i.e. Fusarium torreyae) and to date biodiversity associated with Florida sociated with Florida torreya in there is no control strategy avail- torreya in its habitat – assembling a its habitat and establish linkages able. Although the species has been “Florida Torreya Tree of Life”. to predict how the ecosystem will subject to extensive conservation Schedule: change upon its extinction. interventions, its extinction in the March 1 we will reflect on Tor- For more information email Dr. wild is imminent. reya and the meaning of its extinc- Paloma Carton de Grammont at An event to celebrate the Torreya tion: [email protected].

'The Voice of Hope' ‘American Pickers’ to be performed at in looking for unique Blountstown Feb. 3 On behalf of the cast and myself, antique treasures Hit History Channel series “Ameri- Sally Gadson, we are inviting you to can Pickers” will soon head south in come out and meet some of the his- search of good picks and southern hos- torical figures that contributed to Black pitality! The Calhoun County Chamber History. JANUARY of Commerce hopes stars Mike Wolfe You will have the opportunity to and Frank Fritz will stop in Calhoun meet Associate Supreme Court Justice County as they look for treasures, Thurgood Marshall, W.E.B. Du Bois, characters, and the stories that go with President Harry S. Truman, A. Philip Wednesday, Jan. 17 them. Randolph, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., “If you know someone with an old and others through our performance. BIRTHDAYS Stacie Fant, Matt Schmarje, Nat’l shed or barn full of ‘junk,’ let us know,” The play will be held on Saturday, Wendy Guilford, Dayna Ramsey, said Kristy Terry, executive director of Feb. 3 at the Blountstown Public Li- Sandra Coxwell, Stephen Ragston , the Chamber. “They are looking for brary at 6 p.m. CT promptly. The doors John El Tipton & Paula Goodman places where the guys can spend the will open at 5:30 p.m. This event is Day better part of a day picking.” She noted free to the public. ALL CHIPOLA COLLEGE CLASSES, OFFICES & ACTIVITIES that they would not be visiting retailers CANCELED TODAY DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER. or locations with a single item. FROM The Midwestern pickers travel NEWS Thursday, Jan. 18 across America in search of rare arti- THE facts and national treasures they can PEWS Lunch in BIRTHDAYS buy from the collectors they visit. They the BHS Donny Bolding, Sr., Peggy Shiver, sell items in their antiques shops or, in CORINTH BAPTIST CHURCH dining Philip Detweiler, James E. Lane, some cases, put in their personal col- room from - Dove Award winner Brian Free & As- Rhonda Strickland, Rita Mont- lections. They are willing to travel two- 11 a.m. to trail roads, respectfully dig through surance will be in concert Thursday, 1 p.m. gomery, Alice Edwards & Jane Lane Jan. 18 at 7 p.m. ET at Corinth Baptist boxes, and climb up and over whatever Church in Hosford. There will be a it takes to get to the good stuff. While free chicken pilau served at 6 p.m. ET Friday, Jan. 19 they are looking for items of value, prior to the concert. they are also looking for items that re- Brian was the tenor singer for many flect our history and tell a story. years with Gold City. He sang on the BIRTHDAYS If you or someone you know has a Rob Wheetley, legendary recording of the song "Mid- large, private collection or accumula- Lamaris Jones, night Cry" in the early 1990's. He left tion of antiques you’d like to share Celeste Shuler Gold City in 1993, and Brian Free with Mike and Frank, send your name, and Richard Hall and Assurance was formed in 1994. phone number, location, and descrip- They have sang at the National Quar- tion and photos of the collection direct- tet Convention and have performed at ly to [email protected], the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. T. Saturday, Jan. 20 call 855-OLD-RUST, or visit them on V. appearances include 27 of the Bill facebook at www.facebook.com/got- Gaither Videos and the NBC Today BIRTHDAYS apick. Niki McClendon, TODAY IN HISTORY If you need assistance with your Show. Brian Free & Assurance won a 1981 - At 69 years, 349 Sissy Whitfield Doll, submission, contact Kristy Terry with Dove Award for "Song of the Year" in days old, Ronald Reagan Kayla Prowant, the Chamber of Commerce at (850) 2006 with "Long as I got King Jesus". becomes the oldest person Charles Grantham, Jr. 674-4519 or [email protected]. Brian Free & Assurance are one of the to become U.S. president. premier gospel groups in America to- & Regina Nobles day and will be bringing their ministry Chipola to host Small in song to Liberty County. Business Workshop The concert is free and a love offer- Sunday, Jan. 21 Chipola College and the Jackson ing will be taken. Don't miss the op- County Chamber of Commerce invite portunity to hear this wonderful music BIRTHDAYS students, staff, faculty and community ministry! Sharon Yoder, Greg Johnson, members interested in learning more The church is located at 15816 NE Scott Ammons, Valerie Downum, about small business resources to at- Moore Street in Hosford. For more infor- Molly Hobbs & Miranda Smith tend a lunch and learn meeting Thurs- mation, please call Pastor Kyle Peddie at day, Jan. 25, at 11:30 a.m., in Building (850) 379-8522. k Z, Room 116 (Jackson Hall), on the GLORY HILL HOLINESS Chipola campus. CHURCH - Evangelist Jeff Southard Monday, Jan. 22 The Small Business Workshop is will be at Glory Hill Holiness Church free of charge. Guests are invited to bring their own lunch. The presenter Sunday, Jan. 21 for morning and eve- Computer ning services. Morning service will be- BIRTHDAYS will provide an overview of small busi- Lavada Adkins, Pam Ayers, Basics Class ness resources. gin at 11 a.m. and the evening service Blountstown Troy Bishop, Sandra Jacobs A different business theme will be will start at 5 p.m. Everyone is invited Library from to come. & Miguelina Solano-Barber 5:30-7:30 p.m. CT showcased each month, including: how The church is located five miles north of to start a business, managing a budget, Clarksville on Hwy 73. For more informa- growing a business, establishing credit, tion call (850) 762-8301. seeking a loan and tax incentives, and k Tuesday, Jan. 23 other topics. Those attending will have an opportunity to ask questions and to CARR CHAPEL - The church will apply the concepts presented. Potential host a gospel sing featuring the Chuck BIRTHDAYS collaborations with Chipola College Wagon Gang Quartet on Friday, Feb. 2 Kaleb Jordan, academic programs also will be pre- at 7 p.m. CT. Please plan to join us. Shirley Williams, sented. The church is located at 20509 NW SR LeeAnne Rogers For information, contact Dr. David 73, two miles north of Hwy. 20 in Clarksville. & Shirley Jones Bouvin at (850) 718-2380.

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CLJNews ADS: [email protected] Summers Road OFFICE HOURS: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. M-F Page 4 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL JANUARY 17, 2018 To be held March 14 - 16 at FSU in Tallahassee The Endangered Apalachicola – A National River Conference “The Endangered Apalachicola – A National River The political, regulatory, and physical contexts •Highlight how current and anticipated state and Conference” will be held March 14-16 in Tallahassee for managing long standing issues of flow are chang- federal policies and programs create a framework at Florida State University. ing within the Tri-State region of the Apalachicola for protecting and managing the resource and discuss This conference will bring renewed attention to the Chattahoochee Flint (ACF) Basin. Of particular im- where additional tools are needed. ecological, cultural and economic importance of the portance are the Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint •Share ideas for ways to better manage the river Apalachicola River, Floodplain and Bay and strength- River Basin Water Control Manual recently proposed and basin in the years ahead, and discuss opportuni- en efforts to ensure the sustainability of this resource by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the antici- ties for regional cooperation in that context. for current and future generations. pated decision by the U.S. Supreme Court in Florida v Thursday's dinner will host keynote speaker former Georgia. Drought management is taking on increased U.S. Senator Bob Graham. importance, while long standing questions of science Conference hosts include the Florida Conserva- Car Show Fundraiser and management remain important both in Florida and within the larger ACF Basin. tion Coalition (FCC), Riparian County Stakeholder at Dayspring Christian The conference will offer opportunities to learn Coalition (RCSC), Apalachicola Conservation Co- Academy set March 3 about the challenges and opportunities ahead from alition (ACC), Tall Timbers, Sierra Club, Apalachee knowledgeable scientists, elected leaders and local, Audubon, Florida Wildlife Federation, Apalachicola Dayspring Christian Academy will host its Sixth state and federal water managers in the Tri-State re- Riverkeeper, and Apalachee Regional Planning Coun- Annual Car Show Fundraiser on Saturday, March 3 gion, as well as from other stakeholders. cil (ARPC). from 10 a.m. 2 p.m. CT. The conference will include: To register for the conference visit https://www. Free to the public, this event will host vendor •Recap the history that helped shape the challenges cvent.com/events/the-endangered-apalachicola-a-na- booths, concessions, a 50/50 drawing, a silent auction in the ACF Basin today and focus on the condition of tional-river-conference/registration-b408cf0d88cf4b- and bake sale as well as music and performances for the resource now. c0b6bb84514dbb20ec.aspx?fqp=true. you to enjoy. Vehicle entry fee is a donation of $15. Trophies will be awarded to sponsors, Best of Show and Peo- ple's Choice. Free meal tickets will be given to regis- trants (2 per entry). Dayspring Christian Academy is located at 4685 Calhoun & Liberty County residents Meadowview Road in Marianna. For more information email carshow@dayspring- urged to take care in winter weather ca.com, call (850) 526-4919 or visit www.dayspring- The Florida Department of Health in so they drip continuously. ca.com. Calhoun and Liberty Counties urge Florida •Eat well-balanced meals to stay warmer. residents to take precautions to stay healthy Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages—they 21st CCLC to host health and safe during extreme cold weather. cause your body to lose heat more rapidly. WINTER SAFETY TIPS: Instead, drink warm beverages such as hot and fitness event Jan. 25 •Stay indoors as much as possible to chocolate or hot tea to help maintain your Come join the 21st CCLC for a Health and Fitness event in the gym of Hosford Elementary & Junior keep healthy, safe and warm. Make sure to body temperature. If you have any dietary High School on Thursday, Jan. 25 from 5-6 p.m. ET. check on friends and family members and restrictions, consult your doctor. We will be sharing and preparing families with neighbors who are especially at risk from •Bring pets out of the cold weather and some fun and easy ways to be active and stay healthy cold weather hazards: young children, older provide them warm shelter. for the family in the new year. adults, and the chronically ill. •Cold weather can displace wild animals. Come enjoy our family friendly relays, activities •For outside activities, dress in multiple Stay clear of wild or feral animals including and games to get you moving. Health and fitness in- layers of loose-fitting clothing. Don't forget cats, bats or raccoons especially if they look formation and resources will be available. to wear a hat, scarf and mittens, or other sick or appear injured. They could have ra- winter gear. bies and hurt animals can also injure you. Notes of •Heat your home safely. If you plan to For more information on winter weather Thanks use a wood stove, fireplace, or space heater, safety, visit the Centers for Disease Control We would like to thank everyone who expressed be extremely careful. Make sure each appli- and Prevention’s Winter Weather Prepared- condolences during Sue Boggs Howell's recent pass- ance is properly adjusted and you have fol- ness page. ing. The phone calls, food, flowers, cards, hugs and lowed the manufacturer's instructions and The department, nationally accredited by the especially the prayers were all greatly appreciated. local building codes for use. Public Health Accreditation Board, works to pro- Our thanks to Calhoun Liberty Hospital and Cov- •Prevent carbon monoxide (CO) poison- tect, promote and improve the health of all people enant Care Hospice for their care of Mama during ing by never using generators, charcoal her final days. She was a wonderful lady and will be in Florida through integrated state, county and grills or gas grills indoors and by installing greatly missed. We are grateful for memories to help community efforts. us move forward. a CO detector to alert you of the presence of Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter Sincerely, The Family of Sue Boggs Howell the deadly, odorless, colorless gas. at @HealthyFla. For more information about the Q •As temperatures dip below freezing, Florida Department of Health please visit www. The family of Anita Coxwell Deering would like to leave your home's water taps slightly open FloridaHealth.gov. thank everyone for all of the compassion given dur- ing our time of grief. We would also like to thank our friends, family and church family for the kind words, food, and flowers. We realize how truly blessed we FHP warns that hazardous weather are to have such wonderful friends and family during times like these. Your outpouring of love will not be expected in the panhandle this week forgotten.The time you spent with us when we need- The Florida Highway • Increase following dis- in these types of conditions ed someone to listen, or to just be there to hold us, Patrol would like to remind tance. and will ice over first. Have will be cherished. motorist that possible freez- • Know if your vehicle an alternate route planned Thank you for lending us strength when ours was ing rain and sleet or snow has antilock brakes. in case roadways and bridg- gone. There are hardly any words to express our will be in our area for the • If your vehicle does not es are closed. heartfelt thanks for the compassion shown us during next thirty-six hours. The have antilock brakes you • Be patient and cour- this difficult time. We are deeply grateful to everyone. FHP will have extra troop- may need to pump your teous. Driving in adverse The families of Tammy McCalvin & Sherrie Haney ers on duty to monitor road- brakes to keep them from Q ways and bridges. locking up. weather conditions can be The family of Jeremiah "Jerry" Anders would like stressful. to express our thanks for your kindness during our Due to the possibility of • Stay put, avoid driving If motorist observe any time of sorrow. sleet or ice please follow if at all possible or delay Thank you for all the food, flowers, cards, prayers, these safety tips. until the roadways improve. roadway problems please hugs, money, phone calls, visits and/or anything you • Drive at or below the • Bridges and overpasses report them by dialing did for our family. speed limit. are more prone to freezing (*FHP)*347. We are so blessed to live in a community full of loving and caring friends and family. With much love, Elaine Anders and family

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Nilsa, above, and with the cast at right. A make-up free Nilsa with two castmates.

Despite having just turned 24, she’s got a lot of life FLORIBAMA explained that her roommate had always defended her experience to share on the show and doesn’t flinch and she felt bad she had not always been there for her when asked about her miscarriage, her divorce or her as well. numerous surgical enhancements. SHORE In addition to Nilsa, the cast members include: She says she got breast implants in 2015 to feel continued from the front page •Jeremiah Buoni, 22, from Amelia Island, FL; better about herself after a miscarriage and the failure •Codi Butts, 25, from Westminster, SC; of her three year marriage to a Marine who she said in a hotel for three days for a final series of interviews, •Kortni Gilson, 21, from Panama City Beach, FL; cheated on her. Twice. Nilsa made the cut. •Aimee Hall, 24, from Perdido, AL; Every six months or so she has injections to make “A couple of weeks later, I was moved into the •Kirk Medas, a 25-year-old from Atlanta, GA; her lips fuller. house,” she said. •Candace Rice, 24, from Memphis, TN; She also advocates the use of Botox, which she •Gus Smyrnios, 22, from Tallahassee, FL. says give her well-manicured eyebrows an arch. MOM’S ADVICE “It’s not a big deal,” she said about fine-tuning her Reality shows revolve around arguments, hook- A LITTLE PUBLICITY appearance surgically. “If you don’t like something ups and heartbreaks. Nilsa - who has been an avid The cast appeared on MTV’s Total Request Live about yourself, it’s OK to get it fixed. Why do people watcher of reality programs through the years - had (TRL) before their Nov. 27, 2017 premier and played go to the gym? To improve something. It’s the same an intimate moment of her own documented when she a round of “Secret Questions” about their show. Nilsa thing.” brought home a man she had just met. One of the and her castmate, Gus, were asked, “Over the course With her dark hair and Panamanian heritage (her many Go-Pro cameras - which include night vision of the summer, how many people did Gus make out dad, Todd Prowant, met her mom, Yadira, while he capabilities - are strategically located throughout the with?” Gus answered two. Nilsa may not have been was stationed with the Air Force in the Central Ameri- house, including her bedroom. sure of the exact number but her response was typi- can city of Panama) along with her trademark black “A lot of people can relate to that - meeting a guy, cally blunt and summed up his season’s activities: eyeliner, she could be mistaken for one of the Kar- sleeping with him on the first night and then regretting “Everyone!” she said. dashian sisters. But at just 5 foot and one inch tall, it,” she said. She discussed having second thoughts On the Dec. 3, 2017 episode of Saturday Night she’s often compared to the reality star Snookie of afterwards with her roommate, Aimee. Live, the show was lampooned with a skit about the Jersey Shore fame. But what did Nilsa’s mom think about it? group filming in the midst of Hurricane Irma. It was In fact, Floribama Shore is being produced by “She said that if we have a Season Two, not to do not flattering…but it was funny and it showed that SallyAnn Salsano, who brought MTV the hit Jersey that,” Nilsa replied. Floribama Shore has made its mark. Shore, along with several other reality shows, includ- She’s equally open with her personal history, talk- ing the recent pairing of Martha Stewart and Snoop ing on the phone with her ex-husband, and is quick to LIFE IN THE MTV HOUSE Dog’s VH1 show, Martha & Snoop’s Potluck Dinner. tell someone off when angered. She’s also been seen She said it doesn’t take long to get used to liv- The beach format is working for MTV. The net- diving in to separate two house mates on the verge of ing in a house filled with cameras. “It’s kind of like work has several local versions of the original Jer- fighting while moments later, she’s escorting one to once you’re in that environment, you get into a rou- sey Show including Siesta Key, set on a barrier island another room to talk it out. tine and you just forget the cameras are there,” she off Sarasota County, Florida. Similar shows around said. “They’re not in your way, they’re not in your the world include Geordie Shore in the UK, Gandia NO SCRIPTS, NO PROMPTS face…they’re just there filming you.” It’s also less Shore in Spain, Warsaw Shore in Poland, along with How does it all work? Is there an outline or script noticeable because the other housemates are wander- both Super Shore and Acapulco Shore in Mexico. as to what should happen between the housemates? ing around, too. While the camera crew keeps their Not according to Nilsa. “They don’t tell us to do distance from the house mates, they can often be seen MAKING THE CUT anything.” While they often move in to film a con- in the background. So how did Nilsa get hired for Floribama Shore? versation or a tense moment, “they don’t make us re- Once in the house, they weren’t allowed to have “I had no idea they were filming a show in Panama enact anything.” She said the 495 Production Com- cell phones, t.v. or even a radio. There was a land City until one of my friends started a jet ski rental pany filming this “is probably the only t.v. production line where they could stay in touch with family and company. He had just opened it and me and my best company that does not, and will not, make you redo friends but their social media activity was cut off. friend, Shayla, from Blountstown, went to check it something.” “We had one clock on the stove and half the time it out,” Nilsa explained. She said 495 CEO SallyAnn Salsano told the house- wasn’t right,” she said. Those rules kept them fo- The girls decided to go for a swim while their mates, “I’m not here to tell you what to do. You’re cused on each other, their interaction and reliance friend stepped away to talk with a couple of men he adults. Play this out. We’re all in this together. We’re on one another by limiting distractions. “We always said were MTV producers who wanted to interview just going to follow you around with cameras…do joked that the world could be ending and we wouldn’t him for a new show. what you would do in your normal life.” know,” she said. When they came out of the water and sat down on Nilsa said she wouldn’t even be able to read and She admits that leaving her cell phone behind was the beach, the producers approached Nilsa and Shayla follow a script because she’s dyslexic. “I never had a bit of a break for someone like herself who is so and asked if they’d like to interview for a part on a good reading skills growing up,” she said, and added active on social media. In fact, “it was kind of like new show. that her high school grades reflected that. “I just had a cleanse,” she said. “I wasn’t obsessed with social Nilsa quickly replied “sure” but was quick to tell a rough time in high school academically. I’ve read media…I was just figuring myself out, really.” them, “..but I’m not going to fill out a million pieces probably five books in my life…I’m not a reader,” she They could have visitors but anyone coming in had of paper. You can ask me all the questions you want said. to sign a release allowing them to be included on the but I don’t do paperwork.” But how much of what we see is true to life and show if producers thought it added something to the They interviewed her with their iPhones. She was isn’t there the temptation to hype it up a bit for the program. skeptical. “I didn’t think it was legit…but whatever,” camera? The group of mostly dominate personalities made but she responded to their questions. She was asked “You’re only seeing eight hours of my whole sum- getting along a challenge. “I think all of us in the to do another interview the next day. “I started getting mer. Everyone has acted like a drunk, sloppy mess house - except perhaps for Cody - are Alphas. We phone calls from this production company who was at some time or another and of course, they’re going hired by MTV to produce this show. Then I had to thought that house was going to burn down by the to put that on t.v. ‘cos that’s funny.” She admits that do all these background checks and medical checks… end,” she said. “There’s a lot more you guys don’t when she was chasing after one of the male house- then a bunch of Skype interviews. I had to send them see ‘cos your only getting to see eight hours of our a bunch of videos from my Snapchat about me and my mates, she was only interested in him a short time but summer.” life,” she said. most of the footage of that time was used and made it There were plenty of stupid arguments that didn’t Producers had been in Panama City for two months look like something more serious. make it into the show. “We fought over grilled chick- before that meeting on the beach. At that point, they Not only do they not have a script, the show didn’t en…that’s how Alpha we are, OK?” had interviewed hundreds of twenty-somethings for even have a name when they started filming, she said. But it was fun. She summarized the experience as the show. They had already cast a group of eight but “We didn’t even know it was going to be called Flo- “summer camp with a bunch of drunk adults and no decided it wasn’t working and had to start over, re- ribama Shore until our last day in the house.” counselors.” casting four of them. When 14 people were gathered The Aimee Day episode was her idea, she said, and And she can’t wait to do it again.

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I assume you know that an emergency alert went out on Saturday morning. This text is something received by everyone with a cellphone at 8:07 a.m. on Saturday: “Ballistic missile threat inbound to Hawaii. Seek immediate shelter. This is not a drill.” And then they didn’t get a correction until 38 minutes later. So for 38 minutes people were seeking immediate shelter — which in Hawaii, what does that even mean? Everybody get under a Mai Tai umbrella? — JIMMY KIMMEL

Congressman Brendan Boyle has proposed a bill that would require all presidential candidates to take a mental examination test. And he’s calling it the “Stable Genius Act.” Do we really need a men- tal examination to determine Trump isn’t a genius? Trump would reinstate We can just use spell check. — JAMES CORDEN Sen. Jeff Flake said that President Trump’s John Adams’ Sedition Act proposed border wall doesn’t need to be a wall, but more of a fence. They’ll even settle for a net WASHINGTON – of Congress were not ex- or a sternly worded sign, parking cones, and if When on the receiving empt. The First Amend- they still can’t afford it, just get some old guy who end, freedom of speech WASHINGTON ment spawned what yells, “Get! Get outta here!” — SETH MYERS is the most difficult of all could be called Ameri- freedoms to accept. So, MERRY-GO-ROUND ca’s Anti-Decorum Age I saw that Princess Charlotte went to her first it is for President Don- by Douglas Cohn and Eleanor Clift and the Sedition Act at- day of nursery school. It was a little intimidating ald Trump, who is look- tempted to quell it. for the other kids – like for “Show and Tell,” she ing to tighten the libel However, Jefferson, brought Scotland. — JIMMY FALLON laws, and so it was for who succeeded Adams in thin-skinned John Adams when the presidential 1801, allowed the act to expire, and he pardoned North Korea and South Korea are considering races of 1796 and 1800 featured brutally person- those people convicted under it. having a joint women’s ice hockey team for al exchanges between his surrogates and those Between the Adams presidency and the Civil the Olympics. Of course, when a North Korean of Thomas Jefferson. They had been friends and War, presidents generally practiced restraint on player enters the penalty box, they’re never seen brothers-in-arms writing the Declaration of Inde- the issue. But with states seceding following his again. — CONAN O’BRIEN pendence in 1776, but had drifted apart, joining election, President Abraham Lincoln suspended different political parties. habeas corpus and imprisoned several thousand President Trump held a bipartisan meeting on The worst charges came from the media – people who were “guilty of any disloyal prac- immigration reform, focused mainly on reforming newspaper editors and publishers – not so differ- tice,” a phrase that led to the arrest of newspaper our policy of having immigrants. The stakes are ent from today. In response, Adams signed the editors critical of his war policies. high. If the two sides can’t find a compromise short-lived 1798 Sedition Act when the vitriol of Similarly, in the midst of World War I, Presi- the federal government is going to shut down on his opponents exceeded the limits of his tolera- dent Woodrow Wilson signed the Sedition Act of January 20, or as historians call it: one year too tion during the undeclared naval Quasi War with 1918, the name given for a series of amendments late. — STEPHEN COLBERT France. to the Espionage Act. It was revoked in 1920. Anybody watch the college football championship Aimed at French émigrés and their Jefferso- The issue finally came to a head with the 1964 game? What a game. It was such a good game, nian allies, the act sought to quell free speech by New York Times v. Sullivan case, the Supreme I did the unthinkable. I turned off “The Bachelor” making it a federal crime to “write, print, utter or Court writing “the First Amendment protects the to watch it. — JIMMY KIMMEL publish . . . any false, scandalous and malicious publication of all statements, even false ones, writing or writings against the government of the about the conduct of public officials except when In August, Bannon was forced to step down from United States . . . the Congress . . . or the presi- statements are made with actual malice (with his job at the White House and has now also been dent . . . with intent to defame.” knowledge that they are false or in reckless disre- forced out as the head of Breitbart News. The cra- As a result, 14 people, mostly newspapermen gard of their truth or falsity).” ziest part of this story is, Steve Bannon is a pow- and pamphleteers, were prosecuted, fined, and Ignoring this history, it is clear that Trump erful old white guy who has lost not one but two jailed for such statements as declaiming Adams’ would like to follow in Adams’ footsteps and jobs in the last six months, and neither of them “continued grasp for power,” calling him “a re- re-instate the Sedition Act to restrain what he re- was for sexual harassment. — JAMES CORDEN pulsive pedant, a gross hypocrite and unprinci- gards to be an untruthful media. It is tempting to pled oppressor,” characterizing him as “a contin- dismiss his threats as nothing more than rhetori- Former White House press secretary Sean ual tempest of malignant passions,” and calling cal bullying. But history has proven this can be Spicer said that Oprah Winfrey does not have for “downfall to the tyrants of America.” done. Adams was able to push through the Sedi- enough political experience to run for president. There is no question that Adams faced vicious tion Act because his Federalist Party controlled I don’t know what he said next, but it had to be attacks from the pro-French Jeffersonians and Congress. “Why is everybody laughing?” — SETH MYERS that his Federalist allies responded in kind. Such Will a compliant Republican majority in Con- unrestrained emanations from the First Amend- gress be willing to do likewise? A simple major- Trump invited the press to an immigration meet- ment’s free speech clause were common during ity in the Senate can eliminate the 60-vote re- ing at the White House. He let them stick around the nation’s first 70 years, leading to violent alter- quirement to break a filibuster and pave the way for about an hour. They said, “This is the longest cations, fights, duels, and lawsuits; even the halls to once again undermine the First Amendment. we’ve ever stayed here!” And Trump said, “Me, too!” — JIMMY FALLON COMMENTARY JANUARY 17, 2018 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL Page 7

SEAN OF THE SOUTH THREE WORDS • BY SEAN DIETRICH

A gas station. The middle of the night. lied to the nurses and said she was family. Tony stopped by this store every evening. They knew better, but looked the other way. He came for the food, and the company. She found him in a bed with tubes con- The night-shift cashier gave him hotdogs nected to him. She sat in the chair beside and egg rolls—lukewarm from the warming him. When his eyes opened, she handed rack. him a greasy paper bag. She did this instead of throwing them “I made these fresh,” she said. away. She did this because she liked Tony. Hotdogs and egg rolls, straight from the Tony. A nice homeless man with yel- gas-station warming rack. He grinned at lowed beard, gentle spirit, and dusty skin. her and coughed. It was his way of saying, A man who occasionally smelled like whis- “thank you.” key. He ate, but he was too sick to do much The two would sit on the sidewalk dur- more. ing the wee hours. They’d swap cigarettes, He tapped two fingers against his mouth stories, laughter. every few minutes. He wanted a smoke. So, He was a spiritual man. she placed an unlit cigarette between his He told her about himself. In another life, lips to pacify him. he’d been a fella who was working his way Before she left, he asked her to pray for through seminary. A thirty-something man, him. trying to do something worthwhile. “Me?” she said. Then, his pregnant wife died in an inter- He folded his hands. She did the best she state accident. He lost two people in one could, but she was rusty. When she finished, day. And he lost himself. he touched her hand and said, “I love you.” Anyway, Tony listened to her, too. She “I love you, too,” she said. told him about boyfriend problems, her run- Tony didn’t make it. away father, and her unstable mother. She But there’s a picture on her refrigerator. looked forward to his visits, they helped It’s an old photo. She’s got her arm around each other with late-night boredom. They a bearded man. She’s wearing a cashier uni- helped each other period. form, cigarette between her fingers. He’s He gave her advice. She brought him eating an egg roll. clothes. He gave her presents on her birth- The photo is ancient history now. She’s day. not a young girl anymore. Today, she works One particular week, Tony never showed. for a local hardware store. It’s a good job, She sat on the sidewalk, waiting. No signs. but she’s only doing it to help raise her kids She felt like something wasn’t right. and pay for her own schooling. She called the hospital. The voice on the She takes weekend classes, some online phone said, “Yeah, we got a homeless guy courses. I ask what she’s studying. She tells here… Been here a few days. He belong to me she’s in seminary. you?” “It’s weird,” she says. “Three little words

Tony had checked himself in. He’d told from someone is all it took to change the

doctors he couldn’t breathe. His chest infec- direction of my life.” tion had become pneumonia. He was dehy- I’ve spent the past fifteen minutes trying drated. Rto come up with a better line than hers. She visited when she got off work. She I can’t.

Sean Dietrich writes about life in the cles his interaction with friends, family and American South. His columns have ap- strangers he meets along the way while peared in South Magazine, the Bitter South- sharing glimpses of daily life in our little erner, Thom Magazine and the Tallahassee corner of America. Democrat. He has written several books which can He shares his observations and chroni- be found on Amazon.com.

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Governor Scott said, “Ann and I are proud to join Florida families in celebrating Black History Month this February and encourage every Florida student to participate in the 2018 Black History Month contests and nominate one of our state’s great educators for the Excellence in Education Award.” ABOVE: Residents of Calhoun and Liberty County, as well as some folks First Lady Ann Scott said, “Gover- who drove a little further, gathered in Blountstown to march in unity on nor Scott and I are so honored to an- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday. LEFT: Guest speaker Donte Shep- nounce this year’s Black History Month pard gave a charged speech about being patient and kind contests in celebration of Florida’s always during the program held after the march at St. Mary many innovative leaders. I hope every MBC. RIGHT: Pastor Geraldine Sheard of PCMOG student takes advantage of this oppor- addressed the crowd, urging the younger genera- tunity to learn about our state’s history tion to continue to follow Dr. King’s dream. BELOW and potentially earn a four-year Florida FROM LEFT: Sister Amanda Dawson delighted College Plan scholarship. We are also the crowd with a song. A sign is held by Greg Sol- honored to recognize this year’s fea- omon of Bristol who marches tured artist, Thomas H. Lewis, whose with a gentleman from Connecticut car- beautiful one-of-a-kind stained glass rying an American flag. BOTTOM: Se- art is displayed around the country.” niors from Calhoun and Liberty County About the Student Contests High School in attendance each were Art Contest for Grades K-3: The eligble for the MLK scholarship which Black History Month art contest is was granted to Destiny Williams of open to all Florida students in grades Blountstown (4th from the left.) K-3. Two winners will be selected. Essay Contest for Grades 4-12: The Black History Month essay contest is open to all Florida students in grades 4 through 12. Three winners will be selected: one elementary student (grades 4-5), one middle-school stu- dent (grades 6-8), and one high school student (grades 9-12). Winners will re- ceive a four-year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation. The Excellence in Education Award Governor Scott’s annual Black His- tory Month Excellence in Education Award Contest is open to all full-time educators in an elementary, middle or high school in Florida. Three winners will be selected: one elementary teach- er (grades K-5), one middle school DOMENICK teacher (grades 6-8) and one high ESGRO PHOTOS school teacher (grades 9-12). Contest Entries and Nomination Forms and Guidelines Student contest forms and educator nomination forms must be mailed to Volunteer Florida or submitted online at www.FloridaBlackHistory.com. Volunteer Florida Black History Month Committee 3800 Esplanade Way, Suite 180 Tallahassee, Florida 32311 All entries must be received by 5 p.m. ET on Friday, March 2. More information about the contests and Florida’s Black History Month is available at www.FloridaBlackHistory.com. HELP EMERGENCY SERVICES FIND YOU! Firefighters & first responders struggle with lack of 911 address signs At the last Blountstown City Council meeting, Blount- stown Fire Chief Ben Hall was tasked with finding a way to encourage citizens in the City to post their 911 address. Yes, after nearly 20 years, there are still some places that do not have a visible 911 address out front! “After talking with some other departments, we real- ized this isn't just a ‘City’ problem,” Hall said. “Fire- fighters, EMS and other emergency responders are having trouble finding which house to go to.” Calhoun County ordinance 1999-1 requires numbers of at least four inches in height on contrasting background, preferably reflective, be placed in front of each occupan- cy. The City of Blountstown is working on a similar ordi- nance and it will be enforced by the Code Enforcement Division. The fix is really simple, said Hall. Post your numbers. Post them on a sign in the yard, on the front of the house or even on your mailbox (as long as your mailbox is in close proximity to the home). Why is this so important? “If we can't find you, then we can't help you,” the Blountstown Fire Chief explained. “In any emergency - fire, medical or law enforcement - seconds count. Please help us find you!”

LEFT: Bridgett West, with the First Responder Association, spoke at Monday’s RIGHT: Firefighters and other volunteers fill up on pulled pork at Monday’s meet- Calhoun County Firefighters Association meeting. Her organization supports mili- ing, held at the Blountstown Fire Station. Before the meeting, they heard from tary and first responders with insurance policies and issues. They offer afree speaker Bridgett West (at left) and discussed the problems with the poor labeling $5,000 life insurance policy for all first responders as well as affordable insurance of 911 addresses throughout the county as well as dispatch issues. policies with no exemptions. DOMENICK ESGRO PHOTOS JANUARY 17, 2018 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL Page 9

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Satur- MS Job Order #MS 241856. PO AF923 1-17-18 17884 NE Crozier St. • Blountstown, FL 32424 Ph: (850) 674-5464 • Fax: (850) 674-9384 day work required. Must be able to lift/carry 60 lbs. Email: [email protected] Employer-paid post-hire drug testing is required at random, upon reasonable suspicion of use and EEO Employer M/F/V-/D 5 positions - Temporary/Seasonal work in a sea- after a worker has an accident at work. $12.19/hr sonal holding house/nursery planting, cultivat- or current applicable AEWR. Raise/bonus at em- ing, harvesting and preparing plants for sale, from 23 positions - Temporary/seasonal work planting, ployer discretion. Workers are guaranteed 3/4 of 2/12/2018 to 10/15/2018 at Snells Greenhouses, cultivating and harvesting nursery stock, ornamen- work hours of total period. Work tools, supplies, Inc., Mt. Airy, MD in Carroll county. This job requires tal shrubs, trees, from 2/15/2018 to 12/15/2018 equipment supplied by employer without charge to three months of prior experience working in a sea- at Rutgers Nursery, Inc., Ringoes, NJ and mul- worker. Housing with kitchen facilities provided at sonal holding house/nursery handling both manu- tiple worksites within Hunterdon county. This job no cost to only those workers who are not reason- ably able to return same day to their place of resi- al and machine tasks associated with commodity requires a minimum of three months of verifiable dence at time of recruitment. Transportation and production and harvest activities. Saturday work prior experience working in a nursery handling both manual and machine tasks associated with nursery subsistence expenses to work site will be paid to required. Must be able to lift/carry 75 lbs. Employ- production. Saturday work required. Must be able to nonresident workers not later than upon completion er-paid post-hire drug testing is required at random lift/carry 60 lbs. Insurable driver’s license required of 50% of the job contract. Interviews required. Ap- and upon reasonable suspicion of use. $12.05/hr or for workers who drive company vehicles. $12.05/ ply for this job at nearest State Workforce Agency in current applicable AEWR. Raise/bonus at employer hr or current applicable AEWR. Raise/bonus at state in which this ad appears, or One-Stop Career discretion. Workers are guaranteed ¾ of work hours employer discretion. Workers are guaranteed ¾ Center, 16908 NE Pear St., Ste. 2, Blountstown, of total period. Work tools, supplies, equipment of work hours of total period. Work tools, supplies, FL 32424. Provide copy of this ad. MD Job Order supplied by employer without charge to worker. equipment supplied by employer without charge to #767816. PO KS172 1-17-18 Housing with kitchen facilities provided at no cost worker. Housing with kitchen facilities provided at to only those workers who are not reasonably able no cost to only those workers who are not reason- 10 positions - Temporary/seasonal work plant- to return same day to their place of residence at ably able to return same day to their place of resi- dence at time of recruitment. Transportation and ing, cultivating, and harvesting nursery stock, field time of recruitment. Transportation and subsistence subsistence expenses to work site will be paid to grown trees, shrubs and ornamental plants, from expenses to work site will be paid to nonresident nonresident workers not later than upon completion 2/15/2018 to 12/15/2018 at Watkins Nurseries, Inc., workers not later than upon completion of 50% of of 50% of the job contract. Interviews required. Ap- Midlothian, VA in Amelia county. This job requires a the job contract. Interviews required. Apply for this ply for this job at nearest State Workforce Agency in minimum of three months of verifiable prior experi- job at nearest State Workforce Agency in state in state in which this ad appears, or One-Stop Career ence working in a tree and shrub nursery with ex- which this ad appears, or One-Stop Career Center, Center, 16908 NE Pear St., Ste. 2, Blountstown, tensive ball and burlap (B&B) field harvesting, and/ 16908 NE Pear St., Ste. 2, Blountstown, FL 32424. FL 32424. Provide copy of this ad. NJ Job Order or container nursery experience. Saturday work re- PO KT1098 1-17-18 Provide copy of this ad. MD Job Order #769058. #NJ1336215. quired. Must be able to lift/carry 60 lbs. Employer- PO KS176 1-17-18 paid post-hire drug testing is required after a worker has an accident at work. $11.46/hr or current ap- 4 positions - Temporary/seasonal work on a shell- plicable AEWR. Raise/bonus at employer discre- 6 positions - Temporary/seasonal work. Stable At- fish (oysters/clams) farming operation, overseeing tion. Workers are guaranteed ¾ of work hours of tendants needed to handle horses. Work includes crews, from 2/15/2018 to 12/15/2018 at Ward Oys- total period. Work tools, supplies, equipment sup- feeding, watering, turning out horses, and general ter Co., Gloucester, VA in Gloucester county. This plied by employer without charge to worker. Hous- farm work, from 2/17/2018 to 12/15/2018 at Hunt- job requires a minimum of ten months of verifiable ing with kitchen facilities provided at no cost to only erton Farm, Inc., Paris, KY and multiple worksites prior experience working on a shellfish (oysters/ those workers who are not reasonably able to re- within Bourbon and Fayette counties. Safe handling clams) farming operation, overseeing crews han- turn same day to their place of residence at time concerns require that, to be qualified for this posi- dling both manual and machine tasks. First-Line of recruitment. Transportation and subsistence tion, workers must have no less than three months Supervisors are responsible for overseeing that expenses to work site will be paid to nonresident of prior verifiable experience as stable assistant aquacultural workers perform manual as well as workers not later than upon completion of 50% of in a horse operation. In lieu of work experience, mechanized activities with accuracy and efficiency. the job contract. Interviews required. Apply for this employer will also accept documentation evidenc- Saturday work required. Must be able to lift/carry job at nearest State Workforce Agency in state in ing completion of an equine course issued by an 65 lbs. Post-hire employer-paid background check which this ad appears, or One-Stop Career Center, accredited school, college, or university. Saturday required. Employer-paid post-hire drug and alcohol 16908 NE Pear St., Ste. 2, Blountstown, FL 32424. work required. Must be able to lift/carry 60 lbs. testing required upon reasonable suspicion of use. Provide copy of this ad. VA Job Order #1243065. $11.19/hr or current applicable AEWR. Raise/bonus $11.46/hr or current applicable AEWR. Raise/bonus PO AF935 1-17-18 at employer discretion. Workers are guaranteed ¾ at employer discretion. Workers are guaranteed ¾ of work hours of total period. Work tools, supplies, of work hours of total period. Work tools, supplies, equipment supplied by employer without charge to equipment supplied by employer without charge to worker. Housing with kitchen facilities provided at worker. Housing with kitchen facilities provided at no cost to only those workers who are not reason- no cost to only those workers who are not reason- OPEN POSITION ably able to return same day to their place of resi- ably able to return same day to their place of resi- Milling Machine Operator dence at time of recruitment. Transportation and dence at time of recruitment. Transportation and subsistence expenses to work site will be paid to subsistence expenses to work site will be paid to (Paving) Full-time nonresident workers not later than upon completion nonresident workers not later than upon completion C.W. Roberts Contracting, Inc. is currently accepting applications for the above mentioned position. of 50% of the job contract. Interviews required. Ap- of 50% of the job contract. Interviews required. Ap- ply for this job at nearest State Workforce Agency in ply for this job at nearest State Workforce Agency in RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE state in which this ad appears, or One-Stop Career state in which this ad appears, or One-Stop Career The primary responsibility of this position is to operate a cold Center, 16908 NE Pear St., Ste. 2, Blountstown, Center, 16908 NE Pear St., Ste. 2, Blountstown, planer that grinds and removes existing asphalt structures for FL 32424. Provide copy of this ad. KY Job Order FL 32424. Provide copy of this ad. VA Job Order asphalt surface refinishing or surface repair. The operator must PO AF915 1-17-18 determine milling rate, control depth of cut, and speed/direction #800956351. PO AF932 1-17-18 #1238066. of chute discharging the ground asphalt. •Utilize levers and pedals to control direction and speed of machine to maneuver into operating position •Determine appropriate mill rate (operating speed) based on depth of cut, aggregate type and bond strength LIBERTY CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION •Utilize Pedals, levers and buttons to control depth of ...is now accepting applications for Correctional Officer candidates. cut and speed/location of discharge chute •Direct drivers or receiving trucks with regard to position, speed and capacity CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS •Perform pre-starting check of fluids (oil, coolant, etc.) and inspection for damage •Be at least 19 years old •Good moral character as determined by •May be required to perform other labor/operator •Be a citizen of the United States background investigation related tasks (based on experience, abilities, knowledge •Be a high school graduate or its equivalent •Successfully pass a physical examination of incumbent and direction of Foreman) as necessary in assisting crew with job completion •Not convicted of a felony or a misdemean- and drug test or involving perjury or domestic violence •Be able to complete the basic recruit train- ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS • Must have a clean driving record • Must be able to pass a •Military must not have a dishonorable dis- ing course and successfully pass the FDLE pre-employment drug screen • Must be able to work nights, charge Officer Certification Exam Saturdays and some Sundays • Must be able to work out of town (when necessary) • Must be able to complete daily paperwork efficiently • Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY, WE WILL TRAIN Application Deadline: For more information contact Liberty Correctional Institution Recruiters: Friday, Jan. 26, 2018

Roger Reddick or Tony Hill at (850) 643-9628 Competitive Salaries & Fringe Benefits offered at: C.W. Roberts Contracting, Inc. Correctional Officer (TEA 10% below) Annual Base Rate: 22574 NE State Road 20 $30,150.38 ($14.50 per hour) Correctional Officer Hosford, FL 32334 • (850) 379-8116 (Certified) Annual Base Rate; $33,500.22 ($16.11 per hour) Drug Free Workplace • EEO Preference shall be given to certain veterans and spouses of veterans as provided by the Florida Statutes. Physical and drug test are required. The Florida Department of Corrections is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER See JOB MARKET continued on page 12 Page 10 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL JANUARY 17, 2018 SCHOOL NEWS Altha Lady Lifters are District Champs

The Altha Girls Weightlifting team won the District their way to victory. Individual weight class cham- 3 Championship on Wednesday, Jan. 10. Altha de- pions were Josie Hall, Marijane Davis and Makenzy feated Chipley, Godby, Maclay, Madison County, Perkins. Thirteen lifters advanced to regionals held Marianna, Rickards, Sneads, Wakulla and Wewa on Monday at Wewa.

Altha School now host to new after school SCHOOL MENUS site for Boys & Girls Club of Tabula Rasa Jan. 17 - Jan. 23 The Boys & Girls Club of Tabula Rasa is excited child. Students will also be provided with an after to announce that they are expanding their services school snack. Programming will begin Tuesday, Calhoun Liberty to Calhoun County by opening an after school site Jan. 16. The site will focus on students grades K-8. at Altha School. This will be a huge asset to the To register, please contact Site Director, Doro- WEDNESDAY, JAN. 17 WEDNESDAY, JAN. 17 BREAKFAST: Mini Altha Community as students will be exposed to: thy Chaney at [email protected] or (850) 443- BREAKFAST: Pancake pancakes, turkey sausage pup, maple syrup, choice of *Character & Leadership Development 5819. or sliced ham, fruit cereal, fresh fruit *Health & Life Skills For additional information or to donate to a LUNCH: Chili and grilled LUNCH: Macho nachos and cheese sandwich, pizza, tortilla chips, PB&J *The Arts child, you may contact Director of Resource De- chef salad SIDES: Corn, line salad, *Sports, Recreation, & Fitness velopment, Sky Scott (850) 643-7247 or Area Di- SIDES: Sweet potato nuggets, carrot sticks with fruit cup *Education & Career Development (Tutoring) rector, Nicole Gonzalez (850) 209-1913. ranch, fruit *Technology The Boys & Girls Club of Tabula Rasa would THURSDAY, JAN. 18 Hours of operation will be from after school un- like to thank the riders of Danny Ryals Christmas THURSDAY, JAN. 18 BREAKFAST: Chicken CT BREAKFAST: Grilled cheese biscuit, choice of cereal, til 5:45 p.m. , Monday-Friday. The cost is $30 Bus for their generous donations to help ensure the sandwich, GoGurt, fruit fresh fruit per child per week, and $25 for each additional success of this wonderful program. LUNCH: Diced chicken LUNCH: Hot dog, taco salad, and gravy with roll, chicken PB&J sandwich, chicken salad SIDES: Tator tots, line salad, with fruit fruit cup Altha Wildcats improve their record to 6-9 SIDES: Brown rice, black “We have still got a lot of room to improve, but I eyed peas, sweet potato, fruit from Altha School FRIDAY, JAN. 19 The Altha Wildcats basketball team improved their love my young kids. We have gotten better but still FRIDAY, JAN. 19 BREAKFAST: Choice of record to 6-9 over the week with a win over Wakulla have a lot of little areas to improve in to compete by BREAKFAST: Scrambled cereal, toast, fruit Christian and losing to Aucilla Christian on the road. next season and we will get there,” Coach Jimmy eggs and grits, biscuit, turkey LUNCH: Hamburger, The Cats played host to Freeport Tuesday night, re- Rogers said. “We have to do the little things like play sausage or sliced ham, fruit chicken nuggets, PB&J LUNCH: Pizza, hamburger, SIDES: French fries, line sults will be posted next week. The Cats travel to Port hard every play, every trip and every game to suc- cheeseburger, chef salad salad, fruit cup St. Joe Friday night and return home Tuesday, Jan. 23 ceed. Our focus the rest of the year, will be just that.” SIDES: Baked potato wedges, lettuce tomato MONDAY, JAN. 22 vs. Franklin County. salad, fruit Altha 66, Wakulla Christian 39 BREAKFAST: Mini-waffles, BHS upcoming events maple syrup, sausage patty, Altha jumped out to a 23-0 lead and then coasted MONDAY, JAN. 22 •The girl's basketball team will play Cottondale at home BREAKFAST: Grits with choice of cereal, toast, fresh to an easy win over the Saints. The win improved the at 5:30 today, 1/16. On Thursday, 1/18 the girl's basketball ham, sweet potato squares fruit Cats’ record to 6-8 on the season. team will play Graceville at 4:00 P.M. On Friday, 1/19 the or sweet potato muffin, fruit LUNCH: Corn dogs, girl's basketball team will travel to Vernon to play at 4:00. LUNCH: Chicken sandwich, mozzarella breadstick, PB&J Rhett Bodiford led the winning effort with 16 buffalo chicken wrap, chef SIDES: Mac and cheese, points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Mason Smith added On Saturday the JV girl's basketball team will participate salad green beans, line salad, 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Spencer Sneads in a tournament at Bozeman. SIDES: Baked potato fruit cup wedges, caesar salad with scored 9 points and 4 rebounds in the win. •The boy's basketball team will travel to Cottondale to play. JV will play at 5:30 and the Varsity will play at 7:00 ranch TUESDAY, JAN. 23 Aucilla Christian 58, Altha 48 P. M. On Thursday, 1/18 the JV will play Graceville at BREAKFAST: French toast, In an in-school game, the Cats fell behind 14 points TUESDAY, JAN. 23 sticks, maple syrup, sausage 5:30and the Varsity will play at 7:00 P. M. On Friday, 1/19 BREAKFAST: Chicken link, choice of cereal, fresh at the half; but fought back to cut the lead to 4 (50-46) the boy's basketball team will travel to Vernon to play. The biscuit, GoGurt, fruit fruit with 2:45 seconds left. The Cats got the ball, but a JV will play at 5:30 and the Varsity will play at 7:00 P. M. LUNCH: Hotdog with whole grain roll, BBQ chicken LUNCH: Fried chicken, chef failed possession along two turnovers sealed the deal •Tiger's Table is on Thursday, 1/18. quesadilla, chicken caesar salad, PB&J for Altha as Aucilla converted two free throws and •FBLA members will be competing at Chipola on Fri- salad SIDES: Mashed potatoes two layups down the stretch. day 1/19. SIDES: Corn on the cob, with gravy, broccoli, line carrot sticks with ranch, fruit Rhett Bidiford led the Cats and the charge back •FFA members will compete in district competition on salad, roll, fruit cup Friday, 1/19. *LIBERTY COUNTY MENUS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. with 20 points and 8 rebounds. Mason Smith added *Breakfast includes a choice of cereal, toast & juice or milk. • Freshmen Parent Night on Monday, February 12 at 6 16 points. Spencer Sneads and Trace Newman each p.m. in the BHS auditorium. This event usually lasts about MENUS SPONSORED BY: tallied 6 points in the loss. an hour and covers important topics such as graduation re- In the junior varsity game, a nip and tuck affair quirements, NCAA eligibility, dual enrollment, Bright Fu- ended with Aucilla holding on to win 43-42 despite a ture’s Scholarship program, etc. We will have our Chipola Bristol great effort by the younger Cats’. Wyatt Burch scored representative on campus to discuss the dual enrollment DENTAL 13 points. Trace Mears added 11 points. Cole Fielder program. This is a great opportunity to stay informed on scored 8 points. Jaron Austin added 6 points in the what freshmen students and their parents need to be aware CLINIC losing effort. of as the students progress through high school. Pea Ridge Road in Bristol • Phone (850) 643-5417 NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS Clinic offers AT OUR BLOUNTSTOWN OFFICE Primary Care 16875 North Cayson Street

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SUZANNE “SUZY” OBITUARIES DORIS VIOLA EBY GREEN STOUTAMIRE BLOUNTSTOWN - Doris Viola Eby, 91, of BLUE CREEK - Suzanne “Suzy” Green Stou- REV. CHARLES COLEMAN Blountstown, went home to be with the Lord, Mon- CHATTAHOOCHEE - Rev. Charles Coleman, 85, tamire, 56, of Blue Creek, left the confines of her day, Jan. 8, 2018 in Blountstown. She was born on of Chattahoochee, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 19, earthly body and claimed the victory promised by Dec. 4, 1926 in Detroit Lakes, MN to Joseph Stoll 2017. her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, Jan. and Annie Yoder Stoll and had lived in Calhoun He was born on Feb. 11, 1932 to the late Lela and 11, 2018. She was a loving wife and mother, devoted County since 1979, coming from Wisconsin. She was Thomas White. He attended the public schools of a homemaker and a member of Rivertown Commu- grandmother, caring sister and a dedicated friend to Gadsden County. He was full of life and had a big nity Church in Blountstown. She loved singing and all who knew her. heart. He loved everyone, especially his family. watching Gaither Gospel Videos and sewing. She She has been reunited with her father, Emory He moved to New York in the late 1960s. He was loved cooking and spending time with her precious Green, mother, Tommie Mae Green, brother-in-law, a man with many trades. He was a Deacon of Burke family. She always had a special spot in her heart for Butch Strubble and nephew, Matthew Strubble, all Avenue Baptist Church in Bronx, NY. He discov- little children. who left before her to prepare the garden where she ered ministry by becoming the pastor of Little Flower Survivors include her husband, Melvin Eby; four will now resides in Glory. Baptist Church in Harlem, NY for several years. Lat- sons, Glen David Eby and his wife, Irene Schrock Survivors include her husband, Scott Stoutamire; er, he relocated back to Chattahoochee, and became Eby, Orville Wayne Eby and his wife, Ruth Weldy two sons, Chris Parker and Zachary Stoutamire; and the pastor of Humility Baptist Church in Bristol. Af- Eby; Carl Edward Eby and his wife, Rose Yutzy Eby two grandchildren, Cole and Alexis Parker, all of and Willis Eugene Eby and his wife, Tammy Knight ter his tenure at Humility Baptist Church, he joined Blue Creek; two sisters, Kathy Strubble of Tallahas- Eby; six daughters, Miriam Joyce Eby Taylor and her New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church in Chat- see and Christie Holland (Wally) of Sopchoppy; a husband, Mike Taylor, Edith Arlene Eby Bates and tahoochee, under the leadership of Rev. Willie Long. special, “Aunt,” Doris Smith of Blountstown; and a her husband, Glenn Bates, Alice Marie Eby Hamlin He loved the church and served faithfully. host of nieces, nephews and cousins; and her beloved and her husband, Ricky Hamlin, Ellen Elizabeth Eby, He was preceded in death by his wife, Isabella dog, Ozzy. Janice Louise Eby Brown and her husband, Duane Coleman; two sons, Eric Coleman and Thomas Cole- Family received friends one hour prior to service Brown and Donita Kay Eby Yoder and her husband, man; a grandson, Thurston Sanders; and a brother-in- time at the church. Kevin Yoder; five brothers, Lloyd Stoll, Warren Stoll, law, Bishop Frank Stallworth. Services were held Monday, Jan. 15 at Corinth Raymond Stoll, Roger Stoll and Roy Stoll; a sister, Survivors left to cherish his memory include his Baptist Church in Hosford. Carol Hensley; 27 grandchildren and 40 great-grand- sons, Lesley C. Coleman, Andre L. Coleman, Mike Bevis Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. children. Coleman (Susan), Eric L. Hollis (Melvina) and De- Submit condolences online at bevisfh.com. Services were held Saturday, Jan. 13 at 10:30 a.m. ric D. Coleman; daughters, Stacy Coleman Sanders CT at Rivertown Community Church in Blountstown and Zolita White (David); sister, Levertria Ann Stall- with Pastor Doug Gingerich, Pastor Dan Yoder and WENDY LEAH WILLIAMS worth; goddaughters, Loraine Davis (Horace), Mari- Pastor Paul Smith officiating. Interment followed in ALTHA - Wendy Leah Williams, 56, of Altha, ann Cotton, Diane White and Voncille Williams (Jer- Red Oak Cemetery near Altha. passed away Friday, Jan. 12, 2018 in Panama City. ry); godson, Shemhad Emanuel; and a host of nieces, Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown was in charge of Born in Marshfield, WI, March 20, 1961, she was nephew other relatives and friends. the arrangements. the daughter of Jake and Lagada Dirk Weigel. Services were held Saturday, Dec. 30, 2017 at She proudly served in the United States Air Force Greater Missionary Baptist Church in Chattahoochee. CHARLES “CHUCK” CHESTER until her retirement as a paralegal for 12 years and a Interment followed at White Cemetery in Dell, GA. TALLAHASSEE - Charles “Chuck” Chester, 78, computer communications systems craftsman for 11 Crawford & Moultry Funeral Home of Chattahoochee of Tallahassee, and a native of Bristol, passed away years. She was a member of First was in charge of arrangements. Friday, Jan. 12, 2018. Baptist Church Blountstown. He was an avid Florida State fan, and long-time Survivors include her husband, GARNET ESTEP MEARS season ticket holder. He retired from Stephen Wayne Williams of Altha; BRISTOL - Garnet Estep Mears, 99, of Bristol, the State of Florida after 43 years of her son, Jake Williams and his wife, passed away Friday, Jan. 12, 2018 in Blountstown. service for the Division of Workers’ Katherine of Las Vegas; daughters, She was born on May 1, 1918 in Flatwood, KY to Compensation. Emily Williams of Altha, Ellen Stanford and Otie Gwinn and had lived in Bristol for Survivors include his wife, Elaine Watson of Bristol and Selena Capps and her husband, over 30 years. She truly loved sewing and crocheting “Mimi” Davis Chester; his children, Corey, also of Bristol; seven grandchildren, Isabella, and enjoyed spending time with her friends. She will Carol Hicks, Tonya Nicolson, Keith Davis, Keri Buzek, Brent Davis and Logan, Cole, Peyton, Gracee, Harlee and Kylynn; her always be remembered for her kindness and generos- ity. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Melissa Garcia; his grandchildren, parents, Jake and Lagada Weigel; and three brothers, Bristol. Leslie and Christine Hicks, Kimberly Royal, Kyle Mike, Todd and Joel Weigel, all of Wisconsin,; and Survivors include her sons, Rodney Estep and Buzek, Brooke Bell, Morgan Davis, Dalton Seay, three sisters, Debbie Kroening and Robin Weigel of Gary Estep; three grandchildren, several great and Tyler and Brandi Mendoza; and great-grandchildren, Wisconsin, and Jane Noffsinger of Tuscaloosa, AL. great-great-grandchildren and numerous friends. Marleigh Royal and Bradley and Kevin Buzek. Memorial services were held Monday, Jan. 15 at Family received friends one hour prior to service Family will receive friends one hour prior to ser- Blountstown First Baptist Church with Rev. Dustin time at the funeral home. vice time at the church. Malphurs officiating. Services were held Tuesday, Jan. 16 at Peavy Fu- Services will be held Wednesday, Jan. 17 at 3 Adams Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. neral Home Chapel with Judge Ken Hosford and Rev. p.m. ET at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Matt Basford officiating. Interment will follow in Saints, 12605 NW Myers Ann St., Bristol, FL 32321. Lake Mystic Cemetery in Bristol. Interment will follow at Rock Bluff Cemetery. Peavy Funeral Home in Blountstown was in charge of Bevis Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. the arrangements. Submit condolences online at bevisfh.com. Charles McClellan Funeral Home PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES Charles K. McClellan NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • OTHERS WHO MAY CLAIM AN Licensed Funeral Director MALLORY TOWING & NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE INTEREST IN THE ESTATE OF IRENE RECOVERY, INC. MALLORY TOWING & NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE J. MYERS, DECEASED; TYLER SCOTT 42 years experience RECOVERY, INC. MALLORY TOWING & MYERS; ALLISON FAITH MYERS are Mallory Towing & Recovery, Inc. gives RECOVERY, INC. the Defendant(s). Kathleen E. Brown as Notice of Foreclosure of Lien and intent Mallory Towing & Recovery, Inc. gives the Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to Call us — Let us explain how we can to sell these vehicles on Tuesday, Jan. 30 Notice of Foreclosure of Lien and intent Mallory Towing & Recovery, Inc. gives the highest and best bidder for cash at 2018 at 2 p.m. CT at 18114 STATE ROAD to sell these vehicles on Friday, Feb. 2, Notice of Foreclosure of Lien and intent the Front Door 10818 NW State Road conveniently handle arrangements 20 W BLOUNTSTOWN, FL 32424−4834, 2018 at 2 p.m. CT at 18114 STATE ROAD to sell these vehicles on Saturday, Feb. 3, 20, Bristol, FL 32321, at 11:00 AM, on pursuant to subsection 713.78 of the 20 W BLOUNTSTOWN, FL 32424−4834, 2018 at 2 p.m. CT at 18114 STATE ROAD February 6, 2018 the following described in Liberty County. Florida Statutes. pursuant to subsection 713.78 of the 20 W BLOUNTSTOWN, FL 32424−4834, property as set forth in said Final Florida Statutes. pursuant to subsection 713.78 of the Judgment, to wit: Butler-Morgan/Morgan-McClellan Funeral Home 1997 HONDA ACCORD Florida Statutes. VIN# 1HGCE6643VA013064 2002 CHEVROLET CAVALIER LOT NO. 13, BLOCK "D", NEAL Building at 15 S. Jackson St., Quincy, 32351 VIN# 1G1JC124927129911 2004 HONDA CIVIC - BLUE SUBDIVISION, AS PER PLAT Phone: (850) 627-7677 or 643-2277 Mallory Towing & Recovery, Inc. reserves VIN# JHMCM563X4C001594 RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE the right to accept or reject any and/or all Mallory Towing & Recovery, Inc. reserves CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT, LIBERTY bids. 1-17-18 the right to accept or reject any and/or all Mallory Towing & Recovery, Inc. reserves COUNTY, FLORIDA, LYING AND BEING bids. 1-17-18 the right to accept or reject any and/or all IN SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • bids. 1-17-18 RANGE 8 WEST, LIBERTY COUNTY, FLORIDA. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Property Address: 10190 NW 4TH ST IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE BRISTOL, FL 32321 SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND evis Funeral Serving NW FL FOR LIBERTY COUNTY, FLORIDA Any person claiming an interest in the GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION surplus from the sale, if any, other than Since 1963 the property owner as of the date of the lis of CASE NO. 16000138CAMXAX pendens must file a claim within 60 days Home Bristol after the sale. LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING LLC, & Crematory Plaintiff, Dates this 8th day of January, 2018. CUMBAA vs. Kathleen E. Brown www.bevisfh.com As Clerk of the Court Monuments, Inc. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, 12008 NW State Road 20 • Bristol, Florida 32321 BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, By: Terra McDowell GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, As Deputy Clerk TELEPHONE (850) 643-3636 CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL Let us help create a lasting OTHERS WHO MAY CLAIM AN If you are a person with a disability who tribute for your loved one. INTEREST IN THE EST ATE OF IRENE needs any accommodation in order to ...Because the greatest gift you can J. MYERS, DECEASED; TYLER SCOTT participate in this proceeding, you are give your loved one is peace of mind. MYERS; ALLISON FAITH MYERS, et al. entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision Monuments, Memorials, Defendant(s). of certain assistance. Please contact: ADA ______/ Coordinator: 301 South Monroe Street; Call Todd today for a free pre-planning consul- & All Cemetery Work Tallahassee, FL 32301; 850-606-4401; Btation. We accept pre-arranged contracts from CALL NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon any funeral home, lock in today’s prices forever. Janet Cumbaa Taylor NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant receiving this notification if the time to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure before the scheduled appearance is less Affordable payment plans for both cremations (850) 447-0315 dated, January 4, 2018 and entered in than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice and burials. Transferable if you move. 16000138CAMXAX of the Circuit Court impaired, call 711. (850) 674-8449 of the SECOND Judicial Circuit in and [email protected] for Liberty County, Florida, wherein Robertson, Anschutz & Schneid, P. L. Your Vision • Your Budget LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING LLC is Attorneys for Plaintiff 19041 SR 20 W., Blountstown the Plaintiff and THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, Boca Raton, FL 33487 BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, Telephone: (561) 241-6901 Todd Wahlquist and Rocky Bevis GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, Fax: (561) 997-6909 CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL 16-117143 - DaW 1-17, 1-24 Don’tLicensed Funeral just Directors standC o m pa r ethere. o u r p r i c e s ! HelpVolunteer! us preserve our area’s heritageHelp us preserve by our community’svolunteering heritage by volunteering your your time and talents at the Panhandle Pioneer Settlement. timeCall and(850) 674-2777 talents to find outat how. the Panhandle Pioneer Settlement Blountstown’s Very Own Living-History Museum Page 12 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL JANUARY 17, 2018

25 positions - Temporary/seasonal work planting, 3 positions - Temporary/seasonal work planting, cultivating and harvesting nursery stock, field grown cultivating, harvesting/cutting, and baling ever- green Christmas trees and making wreaths and trees and shrubs, from 2/15/2018 to 12/15/2018 at roping on a tree farm, from 2/15/2018 to 12/15/2018 Barton Nursery Enterprises, Inc. dba Barton Nurs- at Cartner Brothers LLC, Newland, NC in Avery JOB ery, Edison, NJ and multiple worksites within Mer- county. This job requires a minimum of one month cer and Middlesex counties. This job requires a of employment experience in out-of-doors manual minimum of three months of prior experience work- labor jobs, preferably on a tree farm. Saturday work ing in a field-grown tree and shrub nursery, prefera- required. Must be able lift/carry 25-100 lbs. Em- bly including ball and burlap (B&B) field harvesting. ployer-paid post-hire drug testing is required upon Saturday work required. Must be able to lift/carry 75 MKT. reasonable suspicion of use. $11.46/hr or current lbs. $12.05/hr or current applicable AEWR. Raise/ continued from page 9 applicable AEWR. Raise/bonus at employer discre- bonus at employer discretion. Workers are guaran- tion. Workers are guaranteed ¾ of work hours of to- teed ¾ of work hours of total period. Work tools, tal period. Work tools, supplies, equipment supplied 2 positions - Temporary/seasonal work planting, cul- supplies, equipment supplied by employer with- by employer without charge to worker. Housing with tivating and hand-harvesting raspberries, blackber- out charge to worker. Housing with kitchen facili- kitchen facilities provided at no cost to only those ries, blueberries and elderberries, from 2/15/2018 ties provided at no cost to only those workers who workers who are not reasonably able to return same to 10/15/2018 at River Ridge Land and Cattle Com- are not reasonably able to return same day to their day to their place of residence at time of recruit- pany, LLC, Independence, VA in Grayson county. place of residence at time of recruitment. Transpor- ment. Transportation and subsistence expenses to This job requires a minimum of three months of pri- tation and subsistence expenses to work site will work site will be paid to nonresident workers not or experience working on a fruit or vegetable farm, be paid to nonresident workers not later than upon later than upon completion of 50% of the job con- handling both manual and machine tasks associ- completion of 50% of the job contract. Interviews tract. Interviews required. Apply for this job at near- ated with commodity production and harvest ac- required. Apply for this job at nearest State Work- est State Workforce Agency in state in which this tivities. Saturday work required. Must be able to lift/ force Agency in state in which this ad appears, or ad appears, or One-Stop Career Center, 16908 NE carry 60 lbs. $11.46/hr or current applicable AEWR One-Stop Career Center, 16908 NE Pear St., Ste. Pear St., Ste. 2, Blountstown, FL 32424. Provide or applicable piece rate depending on crop activity. 2, Blountstown, FL 32424. Provide copy of this ad. copy of this ad. NC Job Order #10785231. Raise/bonus at employer discretion. Workers are PO KT1094 1-17-18 NJ Job Order #NJ1335895. PO AF905 1-17-18 guaranteed ¾ of work hours of total period. Work tools, supplies, equipment supplied by employer without charge to worker. Housing with kitchen facil- 12 positions - Temporary/Seasonal work planting, equipment supplied by employer without charge ities provided at no cost to only those workers who cultivating, harvesting and preparing plants for to worker. Housing with kitchen facilities provided are not reasonably able to return same day to their sale, from 2/15/2018 to 12/15/2018 at D. R. Snell at no cost to only those workers who are not rea- place of residence at time of recruitment. Transpor- Nursery, Inc., Union Bridge, MD in Frederick and sonably able to return same day to their place of tation and subsistence expenses to work site will Howard counties. This job requires a minimum of residence at time of recruitment. Transportation be paid to nonresident workers not later than upon three months of verifiable prior experience working and subsistence expenses to work site will be completion of 50% of the job contract. Interviews in nursery and tree production handling both man- paid to nonresident workers not later than upon required. Apply for this job at nearest State Work- ual and machine tasks associated with commodity completion of 50% of the job contract. Interviews force Agency in state in which this ad appears, or production and harvest activities. Saturday work required. Apply for this job at nearest State Work- One-Stop Career Center, 16908 NE Pear St., Ste. required. Must be able to lift/carry 60 lbs. $12.05/ force Agency in state in which this ad appears, or 2, Blountstown, FL 32424. Provide copy of this ad. hr or current applicable AEWR. Raise/bonus at One-Stop Career Center, 16908 NE Pear St., Ste. VA Job Order #1238747. PO AF918 1-17-18 employer discretion. Workers are guaranteed ¾ of 2, Blountstown, FL 32424. Provide copy of this ad. work hours of total period. Work tools, supplies, MD Job Order #767659. PO KS180 1-17-18

5 positions - Temporary/seasonal work; planting, 16 positions - Temporary/Seasonal work planting, 12 positions - Temporary/seasonal work in an or- cultivating, & harvesting grapes, from 2/15/2018 to cultivating and harvesting nursery stock, field grown chard performing manual tasks associated with 11/15/2018 at Grace Estate Winery, LLC, Crozet, trees and shrubs, from 2/13/2018 to 12/13/2018 at apple production and harvest activities, from VA in Albemarle county. This job requires a mini- Waverly Farm, LLC, Adamstown, MD in Frederick 2/16/2018 to 12/14/2018 at Fitzgerald’s Orchards, mum of three months of verifiable prior experience county. This job requires three months of verifiable Tyro, VA in Amherst and Nelson counties. This job working in a vineyard handling both manual and prior experience working in nursery and tree pro- requires a minimum of three months of prior experi- machine tasks associated with commodity produc- duction handling both manual and machine tasks ence working in an orchard. Saturday work required. tion and harvest activities. Saturday work required. associated with commodity production and harvest Must be able to lift/carry 65 lbs. $11.46/hr or current Must be able to lift/carry 60 lbs. $11.46/hr or current activities. Saturday work required. Must be able lift/ applicable AEWR or applicable piece rate depend- applicable AEWR or applicable piece rate depend- carry 60 lbs. $12.19/hr or current applicable AEWR. ing on crop activity. Raise/bonus at employer dis- ing on crop activity. Raise/bonus at employer dis- Raise/bonus at employer discretion. Workers are cretion. Workers are guaranteed ¾of work hours cretion. Workers are guaranteed ¾ of work hours guaranteed ¾ of work hours of total period. Work of total period. Work tools, supplies, equipment of total period. Work tools, supplies, equipment tools, supplies, equipment supplied by employer supplied by employer without charge to worker. supplied by employer without charge to worker. without charge to worker. Housing with kitchen facil- Housing with kitchen facilities provided at no cost Housing with kitchen facilities provided at no cost ities provided at no cost to only those workers who to only those workers who are not reasonably able to only those workers who are not reasonably able are not reasonably able to return same day to their to return same day to their place of residence at to return same day to their place of residence at place of residence at time of recruitment. Transpor- time of recruitment. Transportation and subsistence time of recruitment. Transportation and subsistence tation and subsistence expenses to work site will expenses to work site will be paid to nonresident expenses to work site will be paid to nonresident be paid to nonresident workers not later than upon workers not later than upon completion of 50% of workers not later than upon completion of 50% of completion of 50% of the job contract. Interviews the job contract. Interviews required. Apply for this the job contract. Interviews required. Apply for this required. Apply for this job at nearest State Work- job at nearest State Workforce Agency in state in job at nearest State Workforce Agency in state in force Agency in state in which this ad appears, or which this ad appears, or One-Stop Career Center, which this ad appears, or One-Stop Career Center, One-Stop Career Center, 16908 NE Pear St., Ste. 16908 NE Pear St., Ste. 2, Blountstown, FL 32424. 16908 NE Pear St., Ste. 2, Blountstown, FL 32424. 2, Blountstown, FL 32424. Provide copy of this ad. Provide copy of this ad. VA Job Order #1246970. Provide copy of this ad. VA Job Order #1238894. PO KS187 1-17-18 MD Job Order #771725. PO AF926 1-17-18 PO AF929 1-17-18 Liberty County Commission Dec. 7 regular meeting Official minutes from the Dec. 7, 2017 get quotes for Estiffanulga Fire Station and get Health Services Contract with the County. The advised the Board that section two and sec- regular meeting of the Liberty Commission inmates to help with the project. This project is County Attorney Myers advised the Board that tion twenty-five of the personnel policy needs to as recorded by the board secretary already in the budget. Motion to approve Eddins the County would have to have their own con- be amended to reflect what the Florida Statute to get quotes for Estiffanulga Fire Station was tract to submit medical bills to them. Motion to states. Motion to amend the personnel policy Vice Chairman Sanders called the meeting made by Branch, seconded by Johnson and car- move forward and sign contract was made by was made by Branch, seconded by Johnson to order. Present at the meeting were Commis- ried. Eddins informed the Commissioners that Branch, seconded by Johnson and carried. and carried. sioners James Sanders, Commissioner Scott the grant for Jaws of Life has been approved. The Board discussed Ruben Edenfield’s por- Clerk Brown advised the Board of the Florida Phillips, Commissioner Dewayne Branch, Com- Johnson discussed the procedure for calling the table restroom proposal. Johnson discussed the Association of County Legislative days Feb. 6, missioner Jim Johnson, Clerk Kathleen Brown, City of Bristol Fire Department when the other portables being placed on the inmate work trail- 2018. Anyone that is interested in attending will Deputy Clerk Joyce Barker and Attorney Robin Departments are called out. ers as previously voted on by the Board. Mo- need to register soon. Myers. Danny Earnest, Landfill Director, discussed tion to approve proposal submitted was made Clerk Brown discussed the contract with Chuck Roberts led prayer scheduling a workshop on the Landfill. He by Branch, seconded by Johnson and carried. ARC Point for drug free work place certification Phillips led pledge would like to have Todd Mitchell with Waste Pro Johnson discussed the swings at Veterans for $300 annually and DOT drug screening that Audience Concerns: None attend the workshop to discuss with the Board. Memorial Park that are in need of repair. The is up for renewal for $150.00 annually. Motion Motion to approve minutes was made by Earnest will coordinate a workshop and report Board discussed several options. Johnson to approve contract was made by Johnson, sec- Johnson, seconded by Phillips and carried. to the Board. made a Motion to Table until next meeting, sec- onded by Phillips and carried. Donnie Read with Veterans Memorial Rail- Charlene Wimberly with FairPoint Commu- onded by Branch; Phillips stated that the wood Clerk Brown also announced the Senior Citi- road advised the Board that the Optimist Club nication discussed a new FairPoint phone sys- chips need replacing and the grass and weeds zens Christmas party Dec. 8, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. of Marianna would like to donate a steam en- tem proposal. The Commissioners asked for a removed. Motion died. Johnson made a Motion at the Civic Center. gine and track along with a 16’x 65’ shed to breakdown of the cost per month. Zach Dunlap to purchase chips and repair all equipment, sec- Clerk Brown advised the Board that the the County, however there are some trees that with Inspired Technologies discussed his pro- onded by Phillips, to be paid out of the Recre- $120,000.00 appropriation funding to bring the would need to be cut down in order to lay the posal. Branch requested that both Companies ation Department Equipment line item, Branch wheelchair ramp up to ADA compliance and the track. Johnson made the motion to accept the schedule a meeting with the Clerk, compare stated that there is only $11,782.00 to last in that Courthouse electrical system up to code needs donation for the train and for the Board to look at systems, and report to the Board. The Board line item the remainder of the year and voted a work plan approved. Justin Ford with Dewber- the trees before making a decision, seconded by will also discuss the School’s new system with “Yes” on getting several quotes but “No” to origi- ry will provide the Clerk with a drawing of what Branch and carried. the School Board. nal motion due to lack of funding, Sanders voted needs to be published in the bid advertisement. Johnson made the motion allowing him to Justin Ford with Dewberry gave the Board an “No” due to not knowing the costs. Motion died. Clerk Brown advised the Board of the pos- donate $1,000.00 of material and labor at the update on the Hosford Water System Well #3 Motion was made by Johnson to get price to re- sible grant to repair FH-13. Justin Ford with train depot, seconded by Branch and carried. Project. They have re-bid the project out which pair all playground equipment and bring it up to Dewberry will help get the grant submitted. Motion to approve minutes from Nov. 28, bids are due Jan. 4, 2018. The County water code, seconded by Branch, and carried. Monica Brinkley with the Liberty County Ex- 2017 was made by Johnson, seconded by Phil- department will run the lines to the well. Page Clerk Brown discussed James Reddick’s es- tension office discussed advertising for a part lips and carried. Wahlquist, Water Director, requested the Board timate to fix the ditch at Lake Mystic. His quote time 4-H assistant. She had an employee resign John Pat Thomas with Pat Thomas & Associ- authorize him to borrow an employee from the included labor costs of $4,500.00 plus materials her position as office manager. Brinkley plans ates Insurance, Inc presented the Board with a Road and Bridge Department to help run the costs. Johnson made Motion for Barry Fant with to move Cathia Schmarje into Revell’s position return of premium check for $8,579.00. County 2000 feet of pipe. The Board advised him to co- Dewberry, J. T. Hathaway, Liberty County Road and hire a part time program assistant for the Attorney Myers discussed the agreements for ordinate with the Road Superintendent. Ford re- Superintendent, and James Reddick meet at the 4-H program. She will stay within her budget. coverage on Uninsured Motorists / Underin- quested the water department not run the lines location and agree on the procedures needed to Attorney Myers discussed a letter from at- sured Motorist Selection and Personal Injury until the bids are in. complete this project, seconded by Phillips and torney Dean R. LeBoeuf regarding a potential Protection coverage with Thomas. Thomas and Justin Ford with Dewberry advised the Board carried. lawsuit. The letter has been sent to the Florida Attorney Myers recommended that the Board that he has a meeting scheduled in Sumatra Clerk Brown advised the Board that a meet- League of Cities for review. sign the forms as marked; they are not giving with citizens from that area to discuss the Su- ing was held with representatives from the Uni- Attorney Myers discussed the mowing on up coverage. Motion to sign forms as marked matra Park Project. versity of Florida, J. T. Hathaway, Road Superin- Hwy 65. Motion to send letter to begin mowing was made by Johnson, seconded by Phillips Katie Phillips, SHIP Director, and Dick Stan- tendent, and Renae Grande, Road Department Highway 65 was made by Johnson, seconded and carried. ley, Building Inspector, discussed the SHIP pro- Assistant concerning possible grant funding for by Phillips and carried. County Attorney will Chuck Roberts, Contract Manager for Con- gram. Phillips withdrew her letter of resignation signage for road department. There are road prepare letter and mail copies to Congressman struction of the new school presented a possible and requested permission to submit timesheets signs that need to be brought up to DOT stan- Dunn, Senator Montford, and Representative property location for the library relocation at no in lieu of time cards since she is classified as dards. The University of Florida has equipment Beshears. cost to the County. There is a piece of property a Department Head. Motion to accept resigna- that they will loan to the County to check the Brian Eddins with the Liberty County Fire De- on Highway 12 South and Michaux Road that tion withdrawal letter and allow her to submit signs. Motion to write a letter to the University partment requested his position title be changed can be donated to the County. The Library would timesheets to the payroll Department in lieu of of Florida for use of the equipment was made to Fire Coordinator Director. This will allow him be out of service for about 90-120 days. Roberts time cards was made by Johnson, seconded by by Phillips, seconded by Johnson and carried. to apply for grants. Motion to change title was would oversee the relocation and coordinate Branch and carried. Clerk Brown discussed posting externally made by Johnson, seconded by Phillips and car- with the library to reopen. Motion to accept the Maria Ford Crump with EMS for Melissa the job for Jerry Proctor’s position. Proctor’s ried. property and move forward was made by Phil- Peddie, Ambulance Director, requested Board last day will be Dec. 31, 2017. J. T. with the Motion to pay bills made by Phillips, second- lips, seconded by Branch (after discussion with approval to apply for EMS grant in the amount Liberty County Road Department asked that the ed by Branch and carried. Pam McDaniel from the Library) and carried. of $85,000.00 and Resolution #2017-25. This is position be posted externally if were not filled in- Motion to adjourn was made by Branch, sec- Brian Eddins with the Liberty County Fire De- a 90/10 or 75/25 matching grant to purchase a ternally. Motion to advertise externally if not filled onded by Johnson and carried. partment asked for approval to give the 1974 fire Power Stretcher, Power Load system, and a Life internally was made by Johnson, seconded by engine back to the City of Bristol that is currently Pac. Johnson made motion to submit an ap- Phillips and carried. Warrant List & Numbers stored at the County yard. Motion to give the plication for the Grant and approve Resolution Clerk Brown advised the Board that they re- Nov. 10 -Dec. 7. 2017 1974 fire engine back to the City of Bristol was #2017-25, seconded by Phillips and carried. ceived a response from their letter to the City Payroll 35392 - 35410 made by Johnson, seconded by Phillips and The Board to award DEO CDBG Grant Ad- of Bristol on the Commercial Grinder request for General 17770 - 17931 carried. Eddins advised the Board that the fire ministration and Engineering Proposals. Clerk the Veterans Memorial Park. The City provided Ship 4457 - 4468 zone maps would be ready to present at the next Brown advised the Board that all the score a contact name and number to purchase one if Weatherization - None Board meeting in January 2018. He will get with sheets have not been submitted from each the Board decided to handle it that way. The Ford, the 911 Director before the next meeting. Board member to be able to score them. John- Board requested Clerk Brown contact them to Bank EFT Payments: The City of Bristol is involved with this as well. son and Sanders will submit them before the get a quote. Nov. 10 -Dec. 7. 2017 Eddins advised the Board that the Sumatra and next Board meeting. This will be placed on the Clerk Brown discussed a Personnel Policy ------Estiffanulga Communities need fire stations. January 2018 agenda. Amendment. There is nothing in the current Kathleen E. Brown, Clerk of Court Eddins requested the Board authorize him to The Board discussed approval of the Prime policy that addresses a retiree. Attorney Myers Dexter Barber, Chairman FOR RENT JANUARY 17, 2018 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL Page 13

Bristol Cast members announced for Chipola’s •Mobile home lots •3BR, 2BA singlewide •5BR, 2BA doublewide upcoming production of ‘The Little Mermaid’ MARIANNA - Chipola College Theater is in re- Blountstown hearsal for Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,” which runs •1 room efficiency, utilities March. 1-4, at 7 p.m. nightly with a 2 p.m. Sunday mati- included nee. •2 BD, 1 BA house Chipola Theater Director Charles Sirmon recently •Commercial, Old cast the following actors: Bailey Foxworth as Ariel, Mexican Restaurant Brock Harris as Prince Eric, Destin Dawson as Grims- by, Chandler King as Flounder, Mary Keyton as Scuttle, 643-7740 Daniel Covington as King Triton, Anthony Severson as Sebastian, Tinsley Hodges as Flotsam, Nina Boyd as Jetsam, Landry Tharp as Ursula, Sarah Liffick as Car- lotta and Caroline King as Maid. The MerSisters are: WSTARSCOPEW Sydney Cobb, Meghan Basford, Dianna Floyd, Tori Jan. 17 - Jan. 23, 2017 Steverson, Karissa Mercer and Grace Wester. The En- semble includes: Brandon Washington, Kane Keefer, ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, if a special opportunity or circumstance Willa Wester, Olivia comes your way, jump at the chance to be THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL Wester, Irene Muriz and a part of it. Such opportunities might not Jessica Kaiser. come along too often, so enjoy the ride. Tickets - $10 for adults and $6 for ages TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 CLASSIFIEDS 18 and under - go on sale Taurus, a newfound devotion to exercise to the general public on may improve your life in many different ways. To place your ad, call (850) 643-3333 by noon ET on If you have been vacillating on whether or Monday. Non-business ads run FREE for 2 weeks. Feb. 14. not to embrace a new lifestyle, just do it. Members of the ACT machine in excellent con- Bauer edition, in very good Fund are invited to a GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 FOR SALE dition for $30 Call (850) condition. Call (850) 408- Meet the Mermaids An unexpected situation has put you out of 1-10, 1-17 Husqvarna trimmer plus 237-1447. 8461 for more information. reception, before the your element, Gemini. For now you can 1-10, 1-17 with curved bar, used just Thursday, March 1 show, simply go with the flow and see how things Easton Typhoon 30” 20 a few times, comes with at 5:30 p.m. Guests are work out. Don’t let this get the better of you. weed eater, brush cutter oz. softball bat, slightly LOST & FOUND used, $30. Call (850) 447- invited to bring a camera and pole saw attachments. 1-10, 1-17 CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Paid $347, will take $300. 4811. LOST: $100 reward offered and have photos with the Cancer, dabbling in a few different projects Call (850) 447-1523. 1-17, 1-24 for the return of two GPS mermaids. may give you a unique perspective and the The Calhoun-Liberty Min- dog tracking collars, black A Dinner Theatre for istry Center in Blountstown and red. They were left on inspiration to take things in a new direction. John Deere D140 rid- all patrons is Friday, Keep putting out those feelers. ing lawn mower with is growing. Stop in and the dog box and must have 13.8 hours, purchased for check out our vast selection fallen off between Telogia March 2, at 5:30 p.m. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 $1,899, selling for $1,700. of items great for stocking and Bristol along SR 20. If Limited seating is avail- up your closet. Phone (850) Leo, you have just about sold one of your Will consider trade for found please call Bud Ed- able by reservation only. 674-1818. UFN ideas and now it’s just a matter of being patient. smaller riding mower and dleman at (850) 274-5236. Tickets (including dinner 1-17, 1-24 Soon the results will support your vision, and cash. Call (850) 447-1523. and show) - $30 - will be 1-17, 1-24 AUTOMOTIVE you can enjoy the fruits of your labors. WANTED available at the Box Of- 2000 Dodge Dakota, fice on Feb 7. VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Wrought iron Patio set wrecked but fixable for Let other people’s perceptions roll off you includes couch, two chairs, WANTED: Looking to For more information, cushions and coffee table in $900. Call (850) 237-1447. speak with someone who like water off of a duck’s back, Virgo. To get 1-10, 1-17 contact the Box Office at excellent condition for $40. is knowledgeable about the full picture, you need to immerse (850) 718-2420 or www. 5 hp rototiller, needs a pull scrimshaw. Call (850) 447- yourself and make up your own mind. 1-17, 1-24 cord for $50. Ab exercise 2003 Ford Explorer, Eddie 1523. chipola.edu/boxoffice. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, take a few steps back and think about whether or not a new approach is needed regarding a specific situation. Thinking City of Bristol regular meeting minutes from Dec. 11 logically instead of emotionally may help. Official minutes from the Dec. 11, 2017 Big Bend, Shuler moved to donate $500.00 to United Way of the regular meeting of the City of Bristol Big Bend to be distributed locally within our community, seconded as recorded by the City Clerk by Kersey, unanimously carried. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Shuler moved to approve distribution of December’s payroll on Scorpio, take a day to recharge your Chairman Woody Stewart called this meeting to order at 6:30 the last working day before the Christmas Holiday, Dec. 22, 2017, batteries if you feel your energy stores p.m. with Council members John Ritter, Brigham Shuler, and seconded by Kersey, carried by all. James Kersey, Jr. present. Mayor Steven Cutshaw, Attorney David Clerk Hatcher advised the Council that pursuant to City of Bris- are running low. You may not need an Jackson Summers, and City Clerk Robin Hatcher were also pres- tol Differential Rate Resolution #2005-10, the City of Bristol will extended vacation to do so, just a day to relax. ent. Councilwoman Lewis was not in attendance. increase the cost of Solid Waste (garbage) collection by 1.05%, in Ritter offered the Opening Prayer. Kersey led the Pledge of response to an increase in the cost of solid waste collection ser- Allegiance. vices by WastePro per their contract with the City of Bristol in an SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Kersey moved to approve the Agenda, seconded by Ritter, all amount equal to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increase. Sagittarius, looking within yourself can help voted in favor. There being no further business, Kersey moved to adjourn, sec- you get a grasp on your situation and your Shuler moved to approve the previous month’s minutes, sec- onded by Ritter, all voted in favor. Meeting adjourned at 6:57 p.m. future. Make the most of this introspection onded by Kersey, carried by all. Shuler moved to approve the monthly bills for payment, sec------and use it as a catalyst for positive change. onded by Kersey, approved by all. Chairman: Durwood “Woody” Stewart Following a presentation by Glenda Hamby, United Way of the City Clerk: Robin M. Hatcher CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Take certain things with a grain of salt, Capricorn. Until you can flush out the facts, there is no point in worrying or passing LIBERT Y CHAMBER judgement. Be patient and things will come to light. continued from the front page AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Find more time to explore an important It is being used to im- “You don’t find a lot of cubic feet gross annual Davis said the for- relationship, Aquarius. Don’t overlook the prove habitat for wildlife forests like that.” growth, with the net esti- est service is looking importance of date night. Make time for (including the gopher Figures compiled by mated at 19 million cubic to do more stewardship this important person even if it requires sacrifices. tortoise), restore longleaf retired forest officer Mac feet. work with environmen- pine to the predominantly McConnell of Tallahas- With the national for- tal groups and local log- PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, do something unexpected this week sand and slash pine for- see show that only 1.1 est covering nearly half of ging interests in hopes of and watch as those around you are inspired est, and to provide a fam- million cubic feet (five Liberty County’s lands, bringing in more jobs. by your willingness to try new things. ily hunt area, according percent) of the forest’s many have long thought Helping the commu- to a USDA.gov website. growth is harvested each it should be opened up nity will also help the “One of the things I year. According to Mc- more intensive manage- forest, he told chamber found fascinating is that Connell, more timber ment to maintain forest members. “If we can pos- of the 573,000 acres dies naturally (3.8 mil- health and to benefit the sibly bring more jobs in we’ve got in the forest, lion cubic square feet) in area’s economy by pro- here and help industry, 2,700 acres of that is wa- the forest each year than viding wood for local that helps us and we can ter - lakes and streams,” is harvested. The for- mills and jobs for local spend more money on Davis said, and noted, est has about 23 million workers. our roads and recreation areas in the forest.” One of the things we M & W Self need is some stewardship Storage Rentals agreements, some con- INVENTORY 7 days a week service tracts, we’ve met with some of the purchasers

$ and the Nature Conser- 5’ x 10’ ..... 27 $ vancy,” he said. “We’re REDUCTION NO 10’ x 10’ .... 45 DEPOSIT 10’ x 20’ ....$75 looking to do more of 10’ x 25’ ....$90 that - the stewardship Call 762-9555, part - to get more work 447-0871 or 762-8597UFN done on the ground.” The biggest hurdle, of course, is the legal pro- For RENT cess and paperwork, he in Blountstown explained. “It takes a lot of surveying, going •2 BR 2 BA through the process, let- Mobile home located 6 miles north on Hwy. 69 ting all of our constitu- N. Damage & clean- ents - you folks on the ing deposit, plus first ground - look at what month’s rent required. we’re doing.” Call (850) Water, sewer, and He added, “One of the grass cutting provided. 570-0235 things that’s really im- NO PETS, portant to me is our tim- Beth’s APPLICATION ber management on the & REFERENCES TUPPERWARE ARE REQUIRED forest. We can help out to order: [email protected] all four counties.” 556-3173 UFN Page 14 THE CALHOUN-LIBERTY JOURNAL JANUARY 17, 2018 BASKETBALL

TOP FROM LEFT: Tiger Trent Smith (#10) leaps for a hook shot. Bulldog Brice Dillmore (#10) changes directions as Tiger Tucker Jordan (#32) reaches inside to strip the ball. Tiger K. K. Godwin (#1) eyes the basket as he breaks free for a lay up. BELOW FROM LEFT: Bulldog Brady Peddie (#12) takes the jump shot with defenders all around him. Bulldog Declan Hughes (#24) aims to pass while Tiger Joseph Rector (#24) looks to steal. DANIEL WILLIAMS PHOTOS Blountstown Varsity/JV Basketball teams win against Liberty County The Liberty County Bulldogs traveled to Blountstown to play their rivals the Tigers on Friday, Jan. 12. Blountstown’s Varsity and JV teams defended their territory well. Junior Varsity played first and Xan- der Peacock led the scoring with 22 points. The Tigers finished with 73 points as the Bulldogs trailed with 29. Varsity teams took the court next. Top scorer was K.K. Godwin with 20 points, leading the Tigers in their 63-24 win over the Bulldogs. The Blountstown team traveled to Cottondale to play Tuesday. Scores were not available at press time. Their next game will be on Thursday, Jan. 18 at home against Graceville. JV will play at 5:30 and the Varsity will play at 7:00 p.m. CT Liberty County will host Wewa on

Calhoun County Dixie Youth Liberty County Dixie Youth Baseball & Softball Baseball & Softball SIGN UPS SIGN UPS 3 Saturdays, Jan. 27 & Feb. 3 2 Saturdays ONLY CT from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Sam Atkins Park. ET $ Jan. 27 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sign ups after Feb. 3-10 will be 25 extra. at Veterans Memorial Park concession stand $ COACHES Please call Ray per child Glisson at (850) $70 510-1372 if you Uniform & 60 additional siblings NEEDED! are interested. fittings *A copy of your child’s birth certificate is required $ *A copy of your child’s birth certificate is required available Sign ups also require parent and player consent to Calhoun 60 County Dixie Youth Code of Conduct and signing up to work per at sign up Sign ups also require parent and player consent concession stand (or alternative option). to Liberty County Dixie Youth Code of Conduct. child BOYS AGES GIRLS AGES BOYS AGES GIRLS AGES *5-6yrs. – Tee ball (boys and *5-6 years – Tee ball (boys and *4-6 years – Tee ball (boys and *4-6 years – Tee ball (boys and girls combined, $60 each) girls combined, $60 each) girls combined, $50 each) girls combined, $50 each) *7-8yrs. – AA Pitching Machine *7-8 years – Angels *7-8 years – AA Pitching *7-8 years – Angels *9-10yrs. – AAA *9-10 years – Darlings Machine *9-10 years – AAA *9-10 years – Darlings *11-12yrs. – Ozone *11-12 years – Ponytails *11-12 years – Ozone *11-12 years – Ponytails *13-14yrs. – Pony *13-15 years – Belles *13-14 years – Pony *13-14 years – Belle Additional sign ups will be held: Additional sign-ups will be Tuesday, Jan. 23 from 5-7 p.m., at the Hosford Sports Complex Thursday, Jan. 26 from 5-7 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 3 from 10 a.m. - 1 pm. Tuesday, Jan 30 from 5-7 p.m. INFO PACKETS WILL and Thursday, Feb 1 from 5-7 p.m. BE AVAILABLE AT SIGN-UP at Sam Atkins concession stand. For more information please call or text: For questions please call or text: Jeremy Whitworth (850) 643-6544 Ray Glisson at (850) 510-1372