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Friday, October 26, 2012
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November 2012 Local Candidates On-Air Forum
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Walton County Sheriff: Mike Adkinson Rep. and Danny Griffith Dem. - Tuesday, Oct 23 8:45 am
WC Superintendent: Carlene Anderson Rep. and Rosemary Ragle Dem. - Wednesday, Oct 24 8:45 am
WC BCC District 1: Bill Chapman Rep. and Frank Day Dem. - Thursday, Oct 25 8:45 am
Review The Proposed Amendments
News Segment 1
Walton Voting
WZEP AM 1460 talked to Walton Supervisor of Elections Bobby Beasley about early voting and the upcoming election. Early voting begins Saturday and goes through the following Saturday. Absentee voting is also underway. The general election is Tuesday, November 6th. This year the ballot for our areas is large due to a number of lengthy constitutional amendments.
Beasley says this is a lengthy ballot with two pages. You will get both pages and you need to consider all the questions. You can decide not to vote on all questions, but make sure you turn back in both pages, even if you do not vote on one.
In Walton County, early voting takes place at the Walton County Courthouse with reserved parking on the 6th Street side. You can also vote at the South Walton Courthouse Annex office and at the Paxton City Hall, something new for north Walton voters.
Some smaller precincts have been consolidated to save on future equipment purchases and there are different numbers. If you do go to your old precinct, there will be maps and instructions. Make sure you allow for time at the polls as a presidential election can mean a larger than normal turnout. Last time Walton averaged more than the national average.
Make sure you bring a photo ID with a signature. Usually this is the driver’s license, State ID, Military ID, Passport or even some credit cards. Even if you do not have a photo signature ID, Beasley says to still come and vote. You will simply have to use a signature provisional ballot. Make sure you signature matches what they have at on file when you registered. If your signature has changed, check with the Supervisor’s office and fill out a new form.
If you vote absentee make sure you have the additional require postage. Contact the Supervisor’s office if you have questions. Wednesday is the last day you can officially request the absentee ballot, but the Walton Supervisor office will help in emergency situations if needed. If you have moved from another Florida County to Walton, you can still update your address over the telephone and vote in your correct precinct this election. If you came from out of state, you have to register and that will mean waiting to vote.
The ballots are long and you are advised to research before coming to vote. There are website and other sources where you can find out about the proposed constitutional amendments and the judges. The website, www.votewalton.com has links as well as www.wxep1460.com. Beasley suggests using a sample ballot to mark your choices. The Supervisor does not want to have lines at the poll any longer than necessary and says a prepared voter can help.
Why is voting important? Beasley says democracy voting works best when people participate. He points outs situations where one vote made a difference. Beasley assures the voters their vote will count.
The full audio of this two part story is online at our website, www.wzep1460.com.
News Segment 2
This is part two to the interview with Walton Supervisor of elections Bobby Beasley. Click here if you would like to go directly to the News Audio page to listen to the two Mp3 stories. https://docs.google.com/folder/d/0ByS7t-sx60TLbU4zWkFOVDl1SGM/edit or go to our website, www.wzep1460.com and click on the News Audio link.
News Segment 3
Complaint Filed Against Sheriff, Complaint Denied
A complaint has been filed against Walton County Sheriff Mike Adkinson with the Commission On Ethics.
This right before the Sheriff is up for reelection and about the time Assistant State Attorney Greg Anchors issued a letter denying another criminal complaint by Osborne.
In the October 18th complaint filed with the Commission On Ethics. Osborne says he made known to the sheriff apparent criminal corruption by Walton Commissioner Scott Brannon and what he claims are threats against him and his family. He claims the sheriff failed to take action and says this is favoring friends. Osborne also claims the sheriff sent an email to Brannon's private email address and says it appears he is coaching Brannon on a "dirty land deal gone bad" and covering up a close friend's misconduct. And Osborne talks about free speech and being taken off the commissioner’s agenda and says the sheriff should enforce the ordinances dealing with Driftwood Estate issues.
Kaye Starling, complaint coordinator with the Commission On Ethics, explains the process involves submission of a complaint. She says not all complaints are investigated. They review them to make sure the complaint is submitted properly and falls under their jurisdiction. If the Commission elects to proceed, there can be an investigation. The Commission deals with many complaints, but making a complaint does not mean it is valid. If the complaint is accepted to be investigated and the investigation finds validity, then action can be taken.
Osborne’s complaint was filed two days before a letter from the Assistant State Attorney was issued, denying criminal charges action against the Sheriff and Commissioners. Assistant State Attorney Greg Anchors says the fact the Osborne alleges the sheriff is not taking action on his complaint constitutes mortgage fraud is totally without merit. He says there has been no showing that the sheriff failed to carry out his duties or responsibilities. Anchor says Osborne also alleges the commissioners, by allowing building permits to be issued on a project constitutes mortgage fraud on the lending institutes because the development plans were violated. He says Osborne has had several lawsuits against the County Commissioners on the allegation and the courts have ruled against him. He says Osborne’s attempts to prohibit the issue of building permits in the civil suit have also been rejected. Anchor says, regardless of the civil actions, the charges do not constitute mortgage fraud against the Sheriff or County Commissioners.
Talking about the Commission On Ethics complaint, Sheriff Adkinson says Osborne notified the media before he was notified and calls it, “Obviously frivolous in nature.” He says Osborne has his own personal failures and he has been advised by the Sheriff’s Office, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the State Attorney and all have agreed with the position taken by the Sheriff’s Office. Adkinson notes Osborne has filed a number of various kinds of complaints and they have been dismissed. Adkinson says when Osborne did not get what he wanted, he started filing frivolous complaints and many were posted on the internet almost as simultaneously as he filed them. Adkinson says it is pretty clear they do not arrest commissioners over building permit issues, saying that would be an abuse of power.
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 Football
Friday, October 26
Walton hosts North Florida Christian 7:30 pm
Freeport at Chipley 7 pm
South Walton hosts Liberty County 7 pm
Vernon at Northview
Holmes County at Cottondale
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.
The Town of Ponce de Leon is holding a Turkey & Ham Shoot on Friday, October 26th beginning at 6pm-until at the ballfields behind Wayne's Grocery across from the old gym. Shots will be $3 each. No scopes allowed. All ages welcome. Shells are provided. Proceeds benefit the Old Gym Renovation Fund. Contact Sheena at 836-4152 for more information.
The FSU Seminoles will be hosting Duke on Saturday, October 27th. Pregame at 12:30 pm. Kick-off at 2:30 pm. Join us right here on WZEP. Go Noles!
Walton County Athletic League is hosting a fall festival 5-7 pm at Harbeson Field. There will be games, contests, a K-9 demonstration and a law enforcement helicopter, as well as music and concessions. Tickets are 25 cents each, and most booths and games will cost one ticket. All proceeds will benefit the players and cheerleaders of WCAL. Call 910 723-9873 for more information.
Join us on Wednesdays for the Jimbo Fisher Show from 6-7 pm right here on WZEP.
The Air Force Junior ROTC program at Walton High School is hosting the First Annual “Thank-a-Vet” 5K Run/Walk” on Saturday, November 10th at 8 am at the DeFuniak Springs Lakeyard. Proceeds will go towards the Walton AFJROTC program and to the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. The course will begin at the amphitheater and around the lakeyard and surrounding areas. This is a certified 5K course and will be professionally timed. Register at: http://whsafjrotc.sites.runsignup.com/.
Obituaries - Listen in the morning, just after noon and the 4pm hour
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Mr. Johnnie Carlton Hoover, age 56, of DeFuniak Springs, passed away October 24. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, October 30, at Clary-Glenn Funeral Home Chapel. 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.
Thomas Eugene Clark, III, age 57, of DeFuniak Springs, FL. passed away on October 21, 2012 at his residence. Arrangements are under the direction of Davis-Watkins Funeral Home and Crematory. Davis-Watkins Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at http://www.daviswatkins.com.
Mr. Martin William Rose, Jr., age 88, passed away Sunday, October 21. You may go online to view obituaries, offer condolences and sign guest book at www.clary-glenn.com. Clary-Glenn Freeport Chapel Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.
Mrs. Joann E. Sly, age 79, passed away October 18, at Sacred Heart Hospital after a lengthy illness. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers condolences may be sent to the family at PO Box 4764, Seaside, Florida 32459. You may go online to view obituaries, offer condolences and sign guest book at www.clary-glenn.com. Clary-Glenn Freeport Chapel Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.
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