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August 13 , 2015

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WALTON CO. SHERIFF RESPONDS
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Bodybuilder Supplement Abuse a

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Listen closely as you drive across the U.S. 331 Clyde B. Wells Bridge this summer and you'll
hear it. The "ping-ping-ping" of diesel-powered impact hammers driving piles for the new
Choctawhatchee Bay Bridge. Permit restrictions preclude impact pile driving during October and
November, so the goal is to complete this portion of the work by September 30.
Next the construction team will begin setting concrete girders. The girders are arriving by barge
from a fabrication yard in Mississippi. Boaters are urged to keep a safe distance from the
construction activity and be mindful of their wake.

Traffic is scheduled to be shifted to the new bridge in spring 2016.

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Editorial

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The Wolfes Den

Hello everybody. Tick-Tock, back to school is
here upon us. This will be my 1st year since moving here that I havent got a child in the system of
schooling. I remember the days too well, waiting
at our road for the Bus Stop. We had Ms. Mylene Chancey, what a
nice Lady for the position. Its not an easy feeling placing your
kids on a Bus as they go around the county, just to get to school. But when you trust in
your Bus driver, it helps ease the stress, when they may run late coming home for there
may have been an accident up the road. Your mind doesnt jump into the scared worry if
you didnt know the driver who has your child in their care. Please obey all the Laws
with school in session. Especially Bus Stops!
I sincerely hope that the school system takes a strong look at how and what they are
teaching kids today. What is wrong with having an American culture class and why we
need to have borders in order to secure their future of their kids? Maybe even have every
student in MS learn to cook, clean-up and make meals of substance. Maybe you can
inspire kids to become a Chef or restaurant employee. One who cares about the quality
and what good clean service is supposed to be.
Its like cutting back on music class, just to buy more football equipment.cause football brings in money to the school? But, remember the life-long damages you risk with
concussions? Heck, us Fans dont care, we like a good hit, but let it be your son?, all of a
sudden the game stops and becomes less important. Music helps develop brain activities
like no other. Teaches discipline too. Schools should begin to revamp its way of teaching so that we have smarter more intelligent young minds. They are out there, but if all
you worry about is your pay, getting through the day. You might not be best for the job.
Teachers teach them so they DONT Go TO JAIL....parents are failing that dept.
Parents teach manners and respect to them teachers and other adults. The world we are
living in today is truly mixed up, hopefully NOT beyond repair. Us, US. Veterans and
other military figures need to show these kids why standing up for your rights and this
country is very important. Unless you want communistic culture, vote Hillary.
We worked too hard for too long not to let the workers of our founding fathers be
shuffled aside because of an ideology of an idiot. Do they even cover the Holocaust in
school? Too graphic? Its reality, trust me your kid has seen things through the internet
that would make you sick. It doesnt seem real to them for its just a video of a beheading? When were kids, when did you hear of any beheadings? Its like back in the days of
our school days. Was there school shootings going on? Is it just that we see more because
todays world everyone has camera/video. What do you think?
If you realize for example, that pedophilia has always been a problem, now we have
videos busting these despicable actions, but what has the Law done different to detour
these sick individuals from touching a child, period? See, just like a thief, until they are
caught, do you know he is one. No different from a Liar. So, if the punishment isnt
strong enough to detour these criminals from repeating this crap. Whats the point then?
Ask the sheriff, how many of the inmates return after being in jail within the same
year? It appears to me that so many people have been caught up in the system that the
Cops know these guys by name and laugh about the shit they went through. Does that
make sense to you? I know of a couple folks that have been recently falsely charged or
implemented of a bogus statements that are still tied up in the system.
Have you been to court lately? Its all about process, so-called rights they allow you to
have. Just pay your fines. I for one have never been involved with such a wasteful tiring
system like I have here in Walton county. I say this for Fact, all of you have read about it
in past Editions. From county road works, to property line enforcement. Code enforcement, state identities I now know and have dealt with over the years. Why? Because of
an individual who infiltrated a zoned residential area to expedite his own desire to do
whatever they want. Why not sell drugs? Its an illegal operation, taking place according
to state officials, (in zoning not permitted for such activity of any commercial statue).
And this county has had numerous complaints in every dept. possible, even from some
folks no longer alive, or even live here because of his non-sense. Its not legal, been told
by code myself, here we are 10years later, still going on? Machinery for the Highway
build is only for a short period of time. Who is there for the residents? What dept. do you
think you would call for help of such a disturbance to an environment of residential living standards? Police? They dont, not YET! They havent for so long, he thinks hes
above the Law? Well see. I am asking every person who has issues such as ours on our
road. Call in, complain so much they will be forced to answer the states vested interest.
Read the state Laws of Florida. Read Walton county Ordinances. Ive counted 14 violations from just this one, also verified by the state. They are awaiting to see what county
does about these homes along 331, placing cars for sale, storing junk vehicles. Remember what the county approved for Walton Recovery 10 cars they said. LOOK beyond the
fence along Hwy. 331, EPA? Why Is there nothing being done to enforce acceptable
zoning and code issues? Especially for daily living! If Walton county doesnt address
issues like these, what will they do just gfather all the junk and property line changes?

Thursday, August 13, 2015

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Russian Warships Dock

In Iran As Iranian
Military Leader Said
THIS About U.S. Troops!
Two Russian warships have docked in
northern Iran for a series of naval training
exercises with the Islamic Republic, according to Persian-language reports translated by the CIAs Open Source Center.
The two Russian ships docked in Irans
Anzali port on Sunday and will hold joint
naval exercises during the three-day stay of
the warships in Iran, according to a Persian-language report in Irans statecontrolled Fars News Agency.
The [Russian] warships, Volgodonsk and
Makhachkala docked in Anzali Port [near
the Caspian Sea], in the fourth naval zone,
on the afternoon of 9 August, the report
says.
The war exercises come just weeks after
Iran and global powers inked a nuclear
accord that will provide Iran with billions
of dollars in sanctions relief in return for
slight restrictions on the countrys nuclear
program.
Russian and Iran have grown close in recent years, with delegations from each
country regularly visiting one another to
ink arms deals and other agreements aimed
at strengthening Irans nuclear program.
Russia and Iran agreed earlier this year to
begin construction on several new nuclear
power plants. Russia has also agreed to sell
Iran a controversial advanced missile defense system that can prevent attacks by
Western powers.
The Russian fleet docked in Irans port
carrying a message of peace and friendship, according to Iranian officials
quoted by Fars. The fleet was welcomed
by Iranian naval commanders and staff.
Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC)
Navy Commander Rear Admiral Ali
Fadavi: Only the dead body of the American troops realizes the power of Iran

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PROMOTING BREASTFEEDING
WALTON CO. SHERIFF RESPONDS TO COMPLAINT
ACCESS FOR WORKING MOMS FOCUS
OF MONTH-LONG CAMPAIGN

Sheriff Michael A. Adkinson, Jr. has responded to a complaint received

by the Freedom From Religion Foundation.

This August, the Florida Department of

Health in Walton County is celebrating
National Breastfeeding Awareness Month.
Walton County is working to promote
breastfeeding as a vital health activity and
encourages workplaces to support breastfeeding mothers.
It is important to support, encourage and
promote breastfeeding to employees, clients
and customers stated Holly Holt, Administrator of the Florida Department of Health in
Walton County.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, mothers who breastfeed
their children are at a healthier weight on
average than those who do not. They also
have a lower risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, breast and ovarian cancer. Children
who are breastfed have a lower risk for developing respiratory and gastrointestinal
infections, asthma, obesity, Type 2 diabetes
and SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome).
To reach the goal of exclusive breastfeeding for at least six months, mothers need
supportive maternity leave policies, flexible
work hours, infant and child-care at or near
the workplace, and private facilities for expressing and storing breastmilk. It takes
time and practice to learn how to breastfeed,
both for mother and baby, and to establish a
good milk supply.
For more information on the Florida
Breastfeeding Coalition's Quality Maternity
Care Initiative, visit: http://
flbreastfeeding.org/hospital.htm.
Healthiest Weight Florida is a publicprivate collaboration bringing together state
agencies, nonprofit organizations, businesses and entire communities to help Florida's children and adults make consistent,
informed choices about healthy eating and
active living. To learn more about how to be
active and make nutritious food choices
visit www.healthiestweightflorida.com.
The department works to protect, promote
and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and
community efforts. Follow us on Twitter at
@HealthyFla and on Facebook. For more
information about the Florida Department of
Health please visit www.floridahealth.gov.

The group filed a complaint with the Sheriff over the application of the official
motto of the United States and the State of Florida to patrol cars. (The decals were
provided at no cost to taxpayers). Annie Laurie Gaylor P.O. Box 750 Madison,
WI 53701 Here is Sheriff Adkinsons response: dated August 4, 2015.

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Ms. Gaylor,
Thank you for your correspondence. I respect and appreciate the religious convictions or lack thereof of all citizens. I will continue to dutifully enforce the law and
protect the rights of all parties, regardless of my personal opinions, as I have for
my last 23 years in law enforcement. I see absolutely no conflict in this matter.
You are obviously unaware that in God we trust is the state motto of the state
of Florida, and has been since 1886. This was reaffirmed in 2006. Additionally, it
is the motto of the United States. I would also point out that the motto is inside
the badge that has been on the side of our vehicles since the inception of marked
patrol cars. As far as the use of tax payer money, I am very proud to say that although it was my intention to pay for them personally and that numerous sheriffs
office members wanted to contribute; a local business has asked to provide them
(Triangle Chevrolet). I will not debate the merit of your understanding of constitutional law in regard to this matter. Suffice it to say that I am very aware of the
parameters in which our office should operate. We diligently strive to provide
principled, fair and professional services (law enforcement as well as other community based services). The disdain of a small minority should never, absent
legitimate grievance, take precedence over the majority. Therefore, in this issue I
am unwilling to compromise.
If the Freedom From Religion Foundation wishes us to take them off our vehicles
I suggest that they get a Judges order, or a new Sheriff.
Sincerely, Sheriff Michael A. Adkinson, Jr. / Office of the Sheriff, Walton Co.

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Thursday, August 13, 2015

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Study finds more men using them to achieve 'perfect' body, may
qualify as new eating disorder
Fitness buffs who are obsessed with bodybuilding, and the bulging
biceps and "six-pack" abs it produces, are overusing supplements to the
point that the practice might qualify as a new kind of eating disorder.
A survey found that more than 40 percent of these men indicated that
their use of supplements such as whey protein, protein bars, creatine and
glutamine had increased over time, said study author Richard Achiro, a
Los Angeles psychotherapist.
Further, one of every five men said they replaced regular meals with
dietary supplements that are not intended to be meal replacements.
On the more extreme end, 8 percent of the men said their physician told
them to cut back or stop using supplements due to an actual or potential
effect on their health, and 3 percent had been hospitalized for kidney or
liver problems related to the use of these supplements. Quite a few men
are indeed using these supplements in a way that can adversely affect
their physical health," Achiro said. "Most alarming is that 30 percent of
those men have said their own use of these supplements has concerned
them."
Responses to questions from an eating disorder questionnaire indicated
that the men are using these supplements for many of the same reasons
women turn to bulimia or anorexia The male standard of beauty emphasizes big muscles and a lean frame, so it stands to reason that men obsessed with their body image would turn to supplements and exercise
rather than fall into an eating disorder that would cause the body to
waste away, Achiro said.
"Basically, men have different standards and ideals than women when it
comes to their bodies, and it makes sense that an eating disorder would
be expressed differently in men than in women," The men were asked to
complete an online survey about a variety of subjects, including supplement use, self-esteem, body image, eating habits and gender role
conflicts.
Although these supplements are legal and sold over-the-counter, overusing them or substituting them for food can cause serious health problems. Men can wind up suffering from dehydration, kidney problems and
diarrhea by eating too much protein from whey powder or bars or taking
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OPERATION BLUE
BIRD
As the new school year inches
closer, the Walton County Sheriffs Office is taking a close look
at how to to help keep our children safe as they head back to the
classroom. Starting August 10th
the Sheriff is initiating
Operation Blue Bird.
The focus of the operation is
school zone and school bus
safety. A Task Force will be assembling each day from patrol
positions to address traffic concerns in different school zones
throughout the county. Operations
will run from 7am to 8am and
from 2pm to 3pm and will include
deputies running radar, looking
for infractions, and following
school buses along their routes to
make sure drivers are obeying
traffic laws.
The Sheriff will also be deploying
digital message boards to be
placed at several intersections
throughout the county. We are
committed to keeping Walton
County's children safe,
said Sheriff Michael Adkinson.
They are our most important
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During the first round of the 2016 GOP presidential debates, Jeb Bush was
pressured by the moderators to explain his history of pushing for Common
Core implementation across the country. In his statement, Bush said:
I dont believe the federal government should be involved in
the creation of standards directly or indirectly, the creation of
curriculum or content. It is clearly a state responsibility. Im
for higher standards
In his statement though, Bush avoided the specific answer the moderators
wanted, which was whether or not he did or did not endorse the current
Common Core curricula be adopted by various states. This isn't the first time
Bush has dodged the question, back in December of 2014 Bush had this to
say about the implementation of off a common curricula adopted by states:
"...Standards are different than curriculum...I would be concerned if we had a national curriculum influenced by the federal government. My God, Id break out in a rash."
Here's why the way Bush phrased his response is so telling, he spent his portion of his answer time during the debate to state what Common Core is not
instead of giving an actual answer. Bush simply stated these two known
facts:
1) Common Core is not a federal standard of education
2) Common Core is not a product of the Department of Education
Even though he did say he was against the federal implementation of core
curricula, he did say however that states did have the right to opt-in or optout of implementing a shared standard similar to other states . That's where
he managed to slip in the answer to the question though, the proverbial devil
in the details; Common core is a program which states can choose opt into,
which he wants states to do as long as standards for students are high.
This should concern anti-Common Core activists, since one of the biggest
issues is that the Department of Education did funnel a lot of federal money
into states which chose to take part of Common Core, therefore providing a
huge incentive without actually endorsing the program.
A key moment during
this debate debacle was
when Senator Marco
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The Mayors Post

Russ Barley Freeport Mayor
Please send any and all comments
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Greetings form the Mayors Office..

Summer is about over and school has
resumed- best wishes to all of the students as they begin a new chapter in
their lives.
Land clearing has begun for the Shops of Freeport which
includes Publix and congratulations to The Destiny Church
and The Port Church as they began services in their new
facilities this past weekend.
We have reopened the city pool with new hours and they
are posted on the City of Freeport website, please visit our
website for further information regarding the hours and
availabilities, we are also extending the operation time of
the pool beyond the usual Labor Day schedule until sometimes in October.
I along with the city council members will be attending the
Florida League of Cities Conference in Orlando this week
to learn more about the operations of city government so
that we can better serve the Freeport Community.
We are getting close to our second annual Bayfest festival which is scheduled for September 19th, at the Freeport
Regional Sports Complex and meetings are being held for
the 3rd annual Mayors Charity Ball to be held at the Lake
Club at Hammock Bay on October 24th, so please mark
your calendars. Please drop by and encourage others to
visit our Heritage Museum which is open ThursdaySaturday, 12:00 PM-5:00 PM ,the museum is located at the
corner of Kylea Laird Drive and Hwy 20 just across the
street from The Food Depot, volunteers are needed for
staffing of this facility for the community to enjoy, so
please call city hall if you have a couple of hours a month
that you can volunteer and help out. Please remember also
that the city council meetings are the second Tuesday and
fourth Thursday of each month beginning at 7:00 pm. Any
comments or suggestions please give me a call or drop by
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Health Officials Urge Residents to Avoid Contact with Wild and Stray Animals
- The Florida Department of Health in Walton County (DOH-Walton) urges residents
to avoid contact with wild and stray animals to protect themselves from the risk of
rabies exposure. In Florida, raccoons, bats and foxes, and unvaccinated cats are the
animals most frequently diagnosed with rabies. Other animals that are at high risk for
rabies include skunks, otters, coyotes, bobcats, and stray or unvaccinated dogs and
ferrets. Each year, DOH-Walton receives reports of rabid animals. In 2014, one rabid
fox was reported in Walton County. Most recently, a fox with exposure to a pet was
reported in August.
Rabies is a potentially fatal disease. It is important not to handle wild animals, to be
aware of unusual acting animals and to keep pets vaccinated against rabies, said
Holly Holt, Administrator of the Florida Department of Health in Walton County.
Rabies is transmitted through exposure to the saliva and nervous tissue from a rabid
animal through a bite, scratch, or contact with mucous membranes such as the eyes,
nose, or mouth. DOH-Walton works with Walton County Animal Services in responding to incidents of animal bites, tests animals for rabies through the Department
of Health state laboratory and quarantines animals as necessary. DOH-Walton also
provides rabies vaccinations to victims of animal bites, the only known effective
treatment for rabies prevention in humans.
The following are steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones against
rabies:
Keep rabies vaccinations up to date for all pets. Keep your pets under direct supervision so they do not come in contact with wild animals. If your pet is bitten by a wild
animal, seek veterinary assistance for the animal immediately and contact Walton
County Animal Services at 850-892-8682 or the DOH-Walton Environmental Health
Division at 850-892-8021. Call your local animal control agency to remove any stray
animals from your neighborhood. Spay or neuter your pets to help reduce the number
of unwanted pets that may not be properly cared for or regularly vaccinated. Do not
handle, feed, or unintentionally attract wild animals with open garbage cans or litter.
Never adopt wild animals or bring them into your home. Teach children never to
handle unfamiliar animals, wild or domestic, even if they appear friendly. Prevent
bats from entering living quarters or occupied spaces in homes, churches, schools,
and other similar areas, where they might come in contact with people and pets.

Thursday, August 13, 2015

The 2015 draft annual update of the Comprehensive Economic

Development Strategy (CEDS) is now available for public review
and comment. The CEDS is a working document, used by private
and public sectors, aimed at helping expand private-public partnerships. A hard copy of the draft is available at West Florida
Regional Planning Council, 4081 E. Olive Rd., Suite A, in Pensacola or online at www.wfrpc.org. Public comments may be submitted to Caitlin Cerame or call (850) 332-7976 ext. 203, until September 3, 2015.
Because the northwest Florida region was designated an Economic Development District (EDD), WFRPC is required to conduct a major update of the CEDS every five
years and provide minor annual updates on all other years. The 2015 update is conducted by the CEDS Committee, which reviews the CEDS, provides status updates
for strategic projects, programs, and activities, and revision to the Goals and Objectives as needed. The CEDS Committee, comprised of diverse public and private sector representatives, brings representatives together to develop an economic roadmap
to diversify and strengthen regional economies. A CEDS analyzes the regional economy and serves as a guide for establishing regional goals and objectives, developing
and implementing a regional plan of action, and identifying investment priorities and
funding sources. This year, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA)
required the document to address economic resilience, which was incorporated
throughout the CEDS by establishing goals and objectives for emergency preparedness and action steps for industry diversification.
The current CEDS (2013-18) uses the Florida
Chamber Foundations Six Pillars of Floridas
Future EconomyTM framework. All eleven
regional planning councils in Florida developed
their CEDS using this framework, resulting in a
united effort to advance the state as a global
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Commercial Property on 331, MLS # 538545,

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Other Properties - North Walton County

MLS # 607005 - .21 acres - Black Creek Lodge Rd - $25,000
MLS - 524271 - 1.2 acres - Stanley Dr. $25,000
MLS - 607740 - 1.28 - Campground Pt. Defuniak Springs - $11,900
MLS 481585 - 3.86 acres - on Lake Holley and King Lake -Bell Dr/Holland Dr.-$65,000 for 2 parcels / split and buy one parcel for $34,500/ea
MLS 599565 - 2.1 acres - Dvorak Drive, Waterfront on Juniper Lake $45,000
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MLS - 612885 - Lot on Juniper Lake - Wilderness Trace - $29,500
MLS - 552802 - White Creek Rd - 8.44 acres - $26,000
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MLS # 724417 - Swanee Rd, $9,900 - .37 acre

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Happenings in DeFuniak Springs

Healthmark Health Matters
Wear and tear
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affectThanks for the update,
ing millions of people around the world. Often called wear-and
-tear arthritis, osteoarthritis occurs when the protective cartiFrank! Good news!!!
lage on the ends of your bones wears down over time.
Thank God for people like
While osteoarthritis can damage any joint in your body,
you and Donald Trump who
according to researchers at Mayo Clinic, the disorder most
are bold enough to say it like
commonly affects joints in the hands, neck, lower back, knees
and hips.
it is. Dont STOP!
Osteoarthritis gradually worsens with time, and no cure
Despite what the media says
exists, but proper treatment can slow the progression of the
about expecting candidates to be disease, relieve pain and improve joint function.
Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage that cushions the
"politically correct," I
ends of bones deteriorates over time. Cartilage is a firm,
think Americans find it refreshslippery tissue that permits nearly frictionless joint motion. In
ing to hear a candidate call a
osteoarthritis, the slick surface of the cartilage becomes rough.
Eventually, if the cartilage wears down completely, a person
spade a spade. Controversial,
may be left with bone rubbing on bone.
but I'd rather see Donald in the
Symptoms usually include joint pain and tenderness, stiffOval office, than Hillary.
ness upon waking in the morning or after a period of inactivity.
There may be a loss of flexibility or a grating sensation that
I'm not sure if I'm looking at the
can be felt and heard.
right address, but from the genThe risk of osteoarthritis increases with age and women are
eral description, I've noticed that
more likely to develop osteoarthritis, though it is not clear
there is a few houses on 331 on
why. Injuries, such as those that occur when playing sports or
the right as you're heading toward from an accident, may increase the risk of osteoarthritis. Carrythe bridge, which has some stor- ing more body weight also puts added stress on weight-bearing
age box units out front, along
joints, such as your knees and ankles. Certain occupations
with a new "For Sale" sign. So,
place repetitive stress on a particular joint, which may eventulooks like you're making progress ally lead to osteoarthritis. Having diabetes, underactive
thyroid, gout or Paget's disease of bone can increase the risk of
there as well. The Man who is
running an illegal Land Clearing developing osteoarthritis.
If you have joint pain or stiffness that lasts for more than a
business in a zoned residential
few weeks, make an appointment with a physician. While there
has to be a joke. Those folks on
is no cure for osteoarthritis, early treatment can help to reduce
Waterside can not be happy about pain and maintain joint movement.
it. Who would want to live in a
Osteoarthritis symptoms can be relieved by a variety of overconstruction zone company next the-counter medications, including acetaminophen and ibuprodoor 7 days a week? Its cat and
fen, but too much can cause cardiovascular problems, bleeding
problems, and liver and kidney damage. Older people have the
mouse with him, I see just from
highest risk of complications. Prescription medications may
what you wrote, many of us has
seen this Man sticking his nose in provide relief from more severe osteoarthritis pain, but they
places it dont belong. All in SW sometimes carry a risk of dependence and there are side
effects.
signs too. Besides, if it werent
A combination approach to treatment that includes medicafor the citizens complaining
tion, physical or occupational therapy often works best. A
wouldnt we be just a continuaphysician may also suggest splints, braces, shoe inserts or
tion of Alabama? Looks terrible. other medical devices that can help reduce pain. These devices
There are Laws on the Books in can immobilize or support the inflamed joint to reduce
place to prevent people like that, pressure.
Injections of corticosteroid medications may relieve pain in
invading and disrupting a normal
neighborhood. Hence the zoning. your joint, but the number of shots a person can receive each
Boundaries have been crossed on year is limited, because the medication can worsen joint damage over time. Joint replacement is an option for extreme
that road. Just look at any survey. cases. Hip and knee joints are the most commonly replaced
Nowhere else in this county
joints. Surgical risks include infections and blood clots.
would any one Family expect to
Artificial joints can wear out, too.
Deal with this fraudulent activiIn the meantime, lifestyle changes and home treatments also
can help reduce osteoarthritis symptoms. If you are experiencties. We do take pictures and
ing pain or inflammation in a joint, rest it for 12 to 24 hours
send to the state as we go by for
and find activities that don't require using the joint repetitively.
you. They say our county is not
Exercise can increase your endurance and strengthen the
looking good when they handled
muscles around your joint, such as walking, biking or swimthis so poorly for years. Investiming. Lose weight. Being overweight or obese increases the
gate deeper. They know of him.
stress on weight-bearing joints, such as knees and hips. Even a
We support your right to live in
small amount of weight loss can relieve some pressure and
residential and it remain that
reduce your pain. Heat and cold can relieve pain in your joint.
Heat relieves stiffness, and cold can relieve muscle spasms and
way. Youre a good man for all
pain. Over-the-counter pain creams for temporary relief. For
you do to keep a better standard
more info, contact Dr. Scott Haufe at Healthmark Walk-in
set high, for value.
SR
Clinic, (850) 951-4556

All those Feelings and Facts about the Confederate

Flag, then the BCC decide to do this?
Yes, the meeting may be over but according to our resources this issue is not
over. Outsiders calling the move cowardly. It wasnt even voted by the people,
why not? What was the rush? Are we
going to surrender to ISIS when they
come knocking?
In an unprecedented move Sara Commander chose which Flag to replace the
Confederate War Flag that was there for
so many years. With another Confederate
War Flag, called the stars and bars. People were shocked.
People at the jammed packed meeting
were stunned to see the Commissioners
by-pass the people all together and vote
this Flag in its place.
The entire Nation has seen what Walton
county has done. Many folks are not
happy with the change. One resident said,
why change it at all, we are the south.
If she thought replacing it with a different version of the same thing wouldnt
that still be considered a racist Flag or
offensive to some? Which was why the whole debate came about. They saw
what they did in S.C. and felt a need to rush to change something we have
been proud of for many decades. It was a scared foolish move.
We are not the owners of slaves, that was back in an era when it was great
for southern folks to have Plantations to house slave workers.
If our country continues this path of fear of being offensive, soon the USA
Flag will be banned for more lives have died over that Flag than any other.
Then where is our great history? Our monuments of heroism and bravery?
Just as any other tyrannical society, statues will be destroyed, evidence of
our Past will be gone. Who will live to tell the tale for the next generations?
Whether you were raised up North and as a Southerner, the importance of
knowing the truths that created so many changes for the better. Only now to
see them vanish through Obamas mad tyrant against America.
The moves he has been making in recent weeks is very disturbing and this
IRAN NUKE DEAL? We got screwed, they are liars and will hide evidence in
order to destroy Israel then the USA. Death to America is their chant.

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Dear Editor,

Wow, what a great Edition last weeks was.

You
are getting more in tune with what the
You and your partner will continue to pay close attention to all matters of couple hood. The good news is
main
problems
are here in this country as well as
that a wonderful conversation between the two of you on Thursday might lead to a fresh start in the relaour
county.
tionship area for both of you by Friday. If you've felt less than satisfied, suddenly you'll get this warm and
Miss Elizabeth Brannon, we applaud your
fuzzy feeling that maybe, love can conquer all.
efforts and dedication to something that every
Anticipate a significant change in the possibilities ahead for you and someone close. If you're in a relation- other board member could care less about.
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grief? Shame on you!
as you both are willing to work on things, there will be much promise ahead.
We need to start gathering people to discuss
what the Real Plan of Action is? If War does
Grab the love potential this week Aries because as long as you're willing to take it -- it's yours! It all starts break out, If ISIS starts trouble here. Are we
on Thursday, when the Sun in your romance sector will be at a perfect link to Uranus, now in your sign.
really just going to hope that our Cops are going
The more original you can be, the sexier you become. It's really that simple! Then, on Friday, a delicious
to protect us? Good Luck with that one.
New Moon in your 5th House of True Love can set the tone for a brand new love affair.
Trust is a hard item to have these days. The
older
I become I have seen less and less of peoAre you ready for a seismic shift in your love life? Well get ready Taurus, because ready or not, here it
ple who acted like they cared about me. Then
comes! This Tuesday, Jupiter, the planet of expansion and abundance, will enter your 5th House of Rothey pass on, without a goodbye. Saddens me.
mance for the first time in twelve years! Until September 2016, you'll have your happiest prospects to
But please do keep up your great work too
meet and fall in love with someone special, if you're single.
Mr. Wolfe there are plenty of us who stand behind you, helping to Promote FREEPORT.
Mental connections are always vital to you when it comes to romance. Happily, this week, it appears that
the universe is supporting them fully. On Thursday, you and your love might enjoy a stimulating conversa- Who else is? Just you..
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If you and your partner have a vital decision to make together this week, or, if you have a deep and meaningful conversation -- it'll be important to time it right. Don't even bother near Wednesday, when Mercury
and Neptune oppose one another. Mixed messages will be everywhere!

Dear Editor,

I wanted to thank you for the excellent job on

our kitchen remodel. It looks fabulous.
We were glad to see you save us so much
money, we were inclined to throw you $500 for
This is your week to shine Leo! Let's not focus on Venus, still traveling retrograde in your sign because
the such care about your work.
you don't have to worry about her dulling your sparkle now. In fact, it appears you're ready to dazzle others
Besides saving us people money, youre a
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self in an entirely new light which will be extremely attractive to others.
My friends and Family also love the work you
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Your time has arrived! This Tuesday, Jupiter, the planet of blessings, will enter your sign for the first time
Thanks again, you made it fun, not stressful.
in twelve years. This monumental cosmic shift will shower you with more opportunity for goodness than
Mr. & Mrs. Hensington
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Dear Editor,

There's fabulous news for you in the romance department! A friend might be the key to turning your love
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for one reason or another. This week however, you may have a change of heart.

That cover last week was awesome. It said so

much with few little words. I like the way your
brain moves with so much news to choose from.
Keep up the great work, we love your Web
pages of past Editions..lots to read. Tom B.

Expect a breath of fresh air in your love and social life this week. On Tuesday, Jupiter will enter your 11th
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Sagittarius
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Capricorn
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Funny. Look
the Editor is
Capricorn..

the world. Congratulations! You deserve it.

Communication might be extra fuzzy with your partner this Wednesday -- especially if you're discussing
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since neither one of you will feel that you've got your facts straight. The good news is that after Friday you
and your mate are likely to see a light at the end of the tunnel, then it will be so good for you.
Happily, this week appears to bring progress in at least one of the areas you've been struggling with. It
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Public Event: Health in All Places

Grayton Beach State Park Water Quality
Spotlight Event
Join State Surgeon General and Secretary of Health
Dr. John Armstrong and county health officials as
we highlight water quality testing in Walton
County.
Park entrance fees at Grayton State Park will be
waived for this event.
The event will take place on August 18th, 2015 at
Florida Forest Service will celebrate the 71st birthday of
Smokey Bear, the national symbol for wildfire prevention. 3:00 pm at 357 Main Park Road in Santa Rosa
Beach.
For generations, the Smokey Bear campaign has been the
For additional information, please contact the
cornerstone for effective wildfire prevention education.
Since 1944, Smokey Bear has been a recognized symbol for Florida Department of Health Walton County at
850-892-8040.
the conservation and protection of Americas forests. Smokey Bears message, Only you can prevent wildfires, has helped to reduce the number of U.S. acres burned Triumph Gulf Coast Meeting
by wildfires from about 22 million to 7 million annually.
Since January, the Florida Forest Service has responded to Triumph Gulf Coast Inc. will conduct its inaugural
2,094 wildfires that have burned
meeting Tuesday, Aug. 18 from 9 a.m. to noon at
70,106 acres. More than 70 percent the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort at 9300 Emerof all wildfires in Florida are caused ald Coast Parkway West in Destin, Florida, 32550.
by human carelessness and are
Triumph Gulf Coast is a nonprofit corporation orpreventable.
ganized to oversee 75 percent of all funds recovFlorida State Forester Jim Karels
ered by the Florida attorney general for economic
said, Smokey Bears message is as damages to the state that resulted from the 2010
significant today as it was 71 years Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Triumph Gulf Coast
ago. Careless wildfires unnecessar- must establish, hold, invest and administer a trust
ily endanger the lives of citizens
account at a federally insured institution for the
and wildland firefighters alike. A
economic recovery, diversification and enhancelot are those caused by lightning,
ment of the eight Northwest Florida counties dis-

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Any person who wishes to appeal a decision by
Triumph Gulf Coast or its board with respect to any
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ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is
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A meeting agenda will be posted to the University
of West Floridas Office of Economic Development
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Small Town Living
By Rian Lyday

Living in a small
town...is like living in a
large family of rather uncongenial relations.
Sometimes its fun, and sometimes its perfectly
awful, but its always good for you. People in
large towns are like only-children.
Joyce Dennys
There is something to be said about small town living.
Today was the first day of school and I had the fantastic
opportunity to observe Freeport Middle School in all their
first day glory. I have lived in large towns and seen children struggle in a school system that looks at them as a
number, not a childwhere backgrounds and life stories
were a part of a folder, not part of a classroom. We moved
here to allow our son to experience a childhood that included librarians knowing his name, neighbors waving to
each other, and the waitress at the local restaurant asking
how your child is by name. Our son became more than a
number and instead, part of a family, when he entered
Walton County Schools. We are lucky. We live in an area
where school is a prioritychildren come first and education means something to every single member of our
county. People in our community are invested in our children. My new job allows me to visit numerous schools in
Walton County and each teacher I talk to feels the same,
they work hard to provide what is best for our students. I
had the opportunity to speak to the new teachers at Freeport Middle today and the most common reaction was how
fantastic the students were and how amazed they were at
the manners the children had in the classroom. In 2015,
that means the world. We live in a society where saying
yes maam and holding doors for people is an exception,
not a rule. Look around at our community, when you have
time, and appreciate the wonderful place we live in.
Teachers, custodians, secretaries, the Superintendent
every single person in this county works to make your
childs education the best they can. Of course I am immersed in education, so take my opinion for what it is
worth, but spend a few hours in your childs school one
dayyou will see that we are blessed to live in a county
where every child matters. Thank someone who has
changed your childs life and wave to your neighbor,
appreciate living in Walton County.

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It is important to read the bar code
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If the first 3 digits of the barcode
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471 is Made in Taiwan .
This is our right to know, but the
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therefore we have to RESCUE
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Nowadays, Chinese businessmen
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August 13, 2015

COUNTRY COTTAGE + ACREAGE!

Rare to find 8.7 Acres with Well Maintained One Owner 4BR/2BA
home. High vaulted ceilings in great room show cases the eye
catching wood & stone fireplace. Open kitchen & dining rm have
custom cabinets w/built in buffet. Three bedrooms on first level &
the Master suite is on the second level with a bonus loft area.
Land has two legals for any future potential to divide! $329,500

LOCATION IS KEY!
Unique 5BR home (sleeps 17) Vacation
Rental or Second Home w/Guest Quarters.
Upstairs has 3BR/2BA & Downstairs has
2BR/1.5 BA. Full Kitchens & Living areas on
both levels. Private pool. It's the Life - Coconut
Grove!
ID# P676980
$599,000

3BR/2BA, 2,172 sq. ft., split bedroom plan. High 9 & 10 ceilings.
Granite & S/S in kitchen. Ample storage space. Private covered
deck, boat launch, dock on the Creek and much more!
ID# T1548069
$259,500

BAYFRONT TOWNHOME!
3BR/2.5BA @ 2,000 sf home on the Bay.
Tile flooring throughout. Florida Room, Sunkin
Living Room, Fireplace, Laundry Room with
W & D. Single attached garage. Great place
to relax and watch the Dolphins at play!
ID# P319117 GREAT PRICE! $229,500

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ESTATE SIZE BAYFRONT!
Over 3.5 ac. of Bay front property. 182 on
the water w/seawall & rip-rap. Creek borders
eastern boundary. Beautiful western sunsets
across the Bay. ID# P207321
$425,000

ALAQUA CREEK WATERFRONT!

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SUNSET OVER THE BAY!

Over .50 Acre Waterfront Lot. This Bayfront lot is cleared and
ready for building. New seawall in place with rip-rap. Lot has City
water & Sewer Available. Lot is in the X Flood Zone meaning
no required Flood Insurance. Beautiful homesite waiting for a
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$199,900

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