Thursday, October 11, 2012

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Thursday, October 11, 2012

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News Segment 1

WCEDA

The Walton County Economic Development Alliance was created to help bring private and government entities together to encourage new businesses and economic growth. The Alliance was created after Walton Commissioner Sara Comander and others visited the efforts in Jackson County that has successfully brought in a distribution facility and more. The organization works with the local governments, but due to open information laws, is not part of the government so business plans can be kept undisclosed when needed.

The City of DeFuniak Springs has been helping to fund the Walton County Economic Development Alliance. The agreement was presented for the annual renewal. The item is in the budget.

The WCEDA’s Scarlett Phaneuf was asked what has been received for the money spent. She said they have been laying the foundation for businesses to come to the area. Council member Mac Work said the idea of a manufacturing project is grand, but they need businesses. Work asked of it could be several more years before the money pays off. Phaneuf said it can take years to come. She did talk about some businesses being targeted for the city, including a new Taco Bell.

Work suggested using traffic counts instead of the city population, Phaneuf said the traffic count is seasonal. Work said that is how south Walton was built. Mayor Carpenter and Council member Ennis both said there is a need for infrastructure and an industrial park. Work said he has been the only one suggesting an industrial park. Council member Wright told Phaneuf they need more information and reports from her. He asked her to keep the Council informed with frequent status updates. Work agreed. The motion to support the funding passed.

The agreement was also brought before the Walton Commissioners at their meeting Tuesday. While the item was on the consent agenda and easily passed, commissioner Comander asked Phaneuf to provide more information and reports on what the organization is doing.

News Segment 2

Drugs Raided

The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office, with support from the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, the Niceville Police
Department and the Florida Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco conducted
four simultaneous search warrant raids on specialty shops around Okaloosa County that
are selling controlled substances commonly known as “Spice” and “bath salts” as part of
their business practice.

Authorities say Okaloosa County, the State of Florida, and the United States are plagued with specialty shops and internet sites that are selling synthetic cannabinoids, which are
designed to mimic tetrahydrocannabinol/THC (THC the primary psychotropic chemical
found in marijuana) and synthetic cathinones, which are designed to mimic cocaine,
methamphetamine and other controlled stimulants. In some instances these untested and uncontrolled substances are 500 to 2000 times stronger than the actual illicit substance.  Some people that are buying these substances and ingesting them believe that they are legal and safe.  However medical professionals are advising otherwise. Law enforcement officers seized bath salts and Spice products, along with drug related paraphernalia, cash, and documents.


Highway 90 Work

Crews are milling and resurfacing State Road (S.R.) 285 from south of I-10  to south of U.S. 90 and widening the intersection of U.S. 90 and S.R. 285 in Walton County. Motorists can expect daytime lane closures from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.  This work is part of the two resurfacing projects which extend 22.5 miles along U.S. 90 from the Okaloosa County line to the Holmes County line in Walton County.

Crews from C.W Roberts are also working on sidewalk and driveway replacement along U.S. 90 between County Club Drive and the Holmes County line.

Improvements along the 16-mile stretch includes resurfacing from the Okaloosa County line to County Club Drive in DeFuniak Springs with new turn lane construction at the S.R. 285 and U.S. 331 North intersections. New guardrail, minor drainage improvements and a new signal at the intersection of U.S. 90 and U.S. 331 North. S.R. 285 will also be resurfaced from south of I-10 to U.S. 90.  Weather permitting the project should be complete fall 2013.

Work on the 6.5-mile segment runs through DeFuniak Springs from Country Club Drive to the Holmes County line. Construction consists of milling and resurfacing the existing roadway, drainage upgrades, sidewalk construction, and curb and gutter. The project is anticipated to be complete spring 2013.

News Segment 3

Walton Education Foundation

KIDS Clothes Kloset is for students in Walton County including from the Pre-K through high school. The schools will find students who might be in need. They fill out a form with grade and size information. The program tries not to embarrass anyone, rather it tries to meet the need so the students have the clothes they need to, not only go to school, but to fit in and that helps their overall learning environment.

Leddon said she has orders from all over the county, including South Walton high where they recently helped several students. She tries to find clothes that are stylish for the teens as well as appropriate to any school dress code.

The Foundation is in need of all students sizes and styles, for both boys and girls. Undergarments are also important, but due to health concerns they do not work with used underclothes. You can still help in this area by providing a financial donation. The clothes need to be gently used clean clothes or new. They also accept money donations to help purchase needed clothing.

Leddon says, this time of year, with the weather changes, they especially need, jeans, long sleeve t-shirts and other shirts, tennis shoes, coats and sweaters. Remember, any donation need to be clean.

Donations can be dropped off at the WISE Center, the old Walton High office, or call her at 859-2007 and she can help get them picked up. If you know someone that needs clothes, contact the school they go to and have the form filled out.

News Segment 4

Looking for the arrest report? http://jailpublic.co.walton.fl.us. This is the new jail search page. Use the drop down calendar to find dates.

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In High School Volleyball
Thursday, October 11
Freeport hosts Bozeman 5:30 pm

In High School Football
Thursday, October 11
Walton JV at Pensacola Catholic 6 pm
Freeport JV at North Bay Haven 6 pm
South Walton at Baker 6 pm
Friday, October 12
Walton at Pensacola Catholic 7:30 pm
Vernon hosts Holmes County for Homecoming

The FSU Seminoles will host Boston College on Saturday, October 13th. Pre-game at 2:30 pm. Kick-off at 4:30 pm. Go Noles!

DGE Pro Baseball World Series Games on Saturday and Sunday, October 13th and 14th at Douglass Crossroads Park. The fun starts at 1 pm with Baseball Games all day!

Homecoming at Walton High School will be on Friday, October 19. The activities that day will include a homecoming parade through downtown DeFuniak Springs. Anyone interested in participating in the parade should call Beth Yates at 892-1271, ext. 4488. The deadline for signing up to be in the parade is Monday, Oct. 15. The Walton Braves will take on the Marianna Bulldogs. The evening's activities at Yates Memorial Stadium will begin at 6:15 with the presentation of the class floats. The homecoming court will be presented at 6:30, and kick-off for the homecoming football game will be at 7 pm.

The Rotary Club of DeFuniak Springs is holding a Night Golf Tournament on Friday, October 26th at the DeFuniak Springs Country Club. Come play golf in the moonlight using lit golf balls and specially marked greens. Registration begins at 5:30 pm. Shotgun start at dark. BBQ Pork will be served from 6-7 pm. The entry fee is $45 per person and includes 3 mulligan, string, cart, green fees, and meal. For more information or to register, contact Robert Harrington at 801-498-0029.

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Obituaries - Listen in the morning, just after noon and the 4pm hour
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Mr. John Arsenault age 73, of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida passed away October  8. There will be no formal services held at this time. You may go online to view obituaries, offer condolences and sign guest book at www.clary-glenn.com. Clary-Glenn Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.

Mr. Darwin Dunlap, age 74, of Miramar Beach, passed away September 21.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, October 21, 2012 at Destin Elk Lodge #2688 at 115 Palmetto Drive Destin, Florida 32540. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Dawin O Dunlap-Local Charity, c/o Destin Elk Lodge #2688, P.O. Box 1009, Destin, Florida 32540. You may go online to view obituaries, offer condolences and sign guest book at www.clary-glenn.com. Clary-Glenn Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.

Mr. Homer Smith Jr., age 79, of DeFuniak Springs passed away Sunday, October 7. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, October 11, at Old Union Cemetery in Wray, Georgia. Floral arrangements are being accepted. You may go online to view obituaries, offer condolences and sign guest book at www.clary-glenn.com. Clary-Glenn Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.

Ewell Lee Tadlock went to be with the Lord on October 4th. Rev. Michael Tadlock will officiate a private farewell ceremony at New Hope Cemetery near Bonifay on Friday, October 7th.

Velma Brackins Messer, age 65, passed away Tuesday, October 2. A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 20 at 1pm at the Community Holiness Church in DeFuniak Springs. Visitation will be Saturday, October 20 from 11am to 1pm at the Community Holiness Church. Her ashes will be interned at the Brackins Family plot in Alaqua Cemetery. Faith Chapel Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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