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Walton County Public Works
Continues Work with FEMA
The recovery from the spring floods is ongo-
ing and both Walton County and FEMA are
working. If you received ....Page 3
HEALTH OFFICER URGES
RESIDENTS AND VISITORS TO
BE AWARE OF SEAFOOD-
RELATED DISEASES
~Know the signs and symptoms of
food poisoning from fish~ .Page 4

HEALTH ADVISORY UPDATE FOR
BAYSHORE DRIVE AREA
IN THE CHOCTAWHATCHEE BAY

Walton County The health advisory for
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Hello to each you from good ol Freeport USA. As I see so
much progress around us to accompany the flux of people we
get from time to time and I think. What is really going on?
Ive had a recent lady try to get me to do a story on the sewage dumping
going on by the crew working the bridges. She wanted to take me flying to get over head
photos of such and so on. Well folks, dont think I dont mind busting balls, but I denied
her request. Due to the nature that our newspaper is only so big, that I advised her of a
few larger newspapers so that an investigative story can be done so it can be covered in
full detail. Im into a few small scale stories of interest that could see going to court.
The Emerald Star News will print comments, stories and so forth but unlike other
newspapers you get the opportunity to respond. Good or bad, let the people hear both
sides. Honest efforts go into helping the outcome be of peace and resolution. But just as
politics, you might think he will help, yet years go by and nothing. We have had com-
plaints we know of just in Walton county alone and its been over 10yrs to settle or en-
force and uphold. Zoning restrictions shouldnt be hard to enforce when it has been de-
signed a long time ago to be residential or not. W are still awaiting the outcome on. So
much attention is given south of the bridge yet we (Freeport) Hwy. 331 should be consid-
ered the gateway to the beach. Clean in appearance and inviting, making others wish
they could live here type of neighborhoods. Right? Lets change the subject some..
Remember back in early 2007, then-Senator Barack Obama was pushing a plan to pull
U.S. forces out of Iraq and abort the surge strategy that had yet to take hold and end
the raging sectarian struggle. President George W. Bush believed that a precipitate U.S.
troop pullout would lead to increased chaos, bloodshed, and eventual terrorist victories.
Given the recent dramatic events in Iraq, it looks like Mr. Bush knew what he was talk-
ing about. Everyone for Obama wants to blame Bush. At least he had common sense
about War.
In January 2007, Senator Obama introduced S 433, The Iraq War De-Escalation Act
of 2007, that would have prevented the troop surge and begun a year-long U.S. military
withdrawal. This would, he believed, pressure the Iraqis to finally reach a political set-
tlement and reduce the violence. Oddly enough, with Iraq now in turmoil Mr. Obama is
saying the use of force to counter the ISIS offensive would be insufficient without some
form of political settlement to reduce the violence, which was facilitated by the with-
drawal of U.S. troops in the first place. Mr. Bush concluded that withdrawal would have
increased the probability that coalition troops would be forced to return to Iraq one day,
and confront an enemy that is even more dangerous. Failure in Iraq should be unaccept-
able to the civilized world.
The surge strategy worked. Violence was reduced dramatically in Iraq, and a stable,
democratically elected government took power. When Mr. Bush left office in January
2009, he could rightly claim to have left Iraq in the win column. But five years and one
U.S. troop pullout later, the dramatic rise of ISIS shows that Mr. Bush had a much better
grasp on the strategic realities of Iraq and the war against violent extremism than his crit-
ics. As we move ahead another 5 years with Obama making sly deals without the proper
steps in releasing prisoners. Hello? The five worst deadliest terrorist for a deserter still
makes no sense. I sometimes feel the the old days of Mafia centered area safe havens for
people to live. Sure maybe you had to pay some money for the protection but cant you
see that becoming more realistic? We do have numerous gate communities with security,
sometimes larger than a decent sized city.
It may sound crazy to some but I know plenty of people who have come from war
through the VA and its not a pretty sight I imagine. Thy shoot and kill for they would be
shot and killed if they didnt. Sounds simple? Not when you now have thousands of chil-
dren flooding our boarders and are system is in disarray as it is. Too much going on at
one time, tends to make you forget the big picture of American safety.
Besides our right to live in peace, free and to feel safe. Our county is no different than
Iraq if things went astray. God lets pray not. But dont you think thats how they were
living? Then bombs explode, gunfire fills the air non-stop. A group of vigilantes called
ISIS is now more damaging than the Al-queda group. They say they are too extreme?
Extreme for terrorism? Thats a first for me. Beheadings? Stabbings? Shootings?
Unless you want to consider the fact that we held the button to a bomb that could
have ended the world, we chose not to push it and we found other ways to remain a
dominate force in global military. Nowadays, we have lost severely. They now also
have the weapons we gave Iraq to self defend, they ran, a troop of 800 wildmen caused
an army of 4000, with force capabilities, run and leave? How can you imagine until its
too late and you witness it for itself. Peace and harmony is far from us for the moment.
But as we all know any moment can change. Remember 9/11? Guess what? Theyre
back! ***I pray daily for the safety of us here in America for we all have family some-
where. But it has already happened once. We capture, threaten, then release for trade? I
am confused. I want a War Admiral to step-up and run for president! Who could it be?
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The WCSO is warning about a scam that has been reported three times within
a weeks time. All the complainants advised they received a message on
Facebook advising they were approved for a $50,000 grant and would need to
send money to obtain the grant. Unfortunately some of the complainants have
become victims by sending money up front in order to get the grant. On all
three accounts the complainants Facebook page was hacked.
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"Hay"! My name is Ellie and my best friend is
Little Ricky. We are not too sure about all this fuss over a horse named
"California Chrome". There seems to be a lot of
interest in this thing called a "Triple Crown". We
don't know anything about that, but we do know we
are the greatest horses at Alaqua Animal Refuge.
You see, we were born at Alaqua in March of 2013.
Our moms were rescued and brought to the safe
haven of this amazing place called Alaqua. We are
so lucky, because we have never known anything
but love and outstanding care our entire lives here at
Alaqua. I guess you could say we have been the "mane attraction" around here. We
have been "horsing around" a lot! We love to play and run in the pastures! We are
very close, and our greatest wish would be to find a home together. It would be okay
for us to be separated, but we would really like to be with each other.
We are just one year old, and we are a joy to be around. The staff at Alaqua has a lot
of "horse sense" and they've worked very hard with us, so we love to be groomed and
we farrier nicely. We are said to be smart and well mannered, and we rarely ever
"whine"!
Now "giddy up" to the pasture at Alaqua and see us for yourself! You'll be able to
find us, because we will be hanging out in the pasture by the entrance, wanting to be
loved. So, forget about this "Triple Crown" business, and come see us! You will find
a "double crown" in Little Ricky and Ellie! They will surely make you feel like a win-
ner!

For more information about this or any of our other adoptable animals please visit our
website,www.alaquaanimalrefuge.org/
FindAPet. Alaqua Animal Refuge is a no-
kill animal refuge located in Northwest
Florida. The refuge has placed over 10,000
animals of all kinds since it's inception in
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Walton County Public Works Continues Work with FEMA
The recovery from the spring floods is ongoing and both Walton County and FEMA are
working. If you received damage to your home, business, farm or property, you can
register with FEMA and they will determine the level of assistance needed.
The Walton County Department of Public Works continues to work with representatives
from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in an effort to evaluate road
damage that occurred as a result from the extreme April rain events.
The County says this process and evaluation period is critical to Walton County as it
directly affects the amount of public assistance dollars that will be received to make
permanent repairs. Public Works has worked to ensure that all County roads are pass-
able, however, permanent repairs cannot be implemented until the full FEMA process is
complete.
Representatives from the county encourage you to continue to be patient during this
process as they work through this extremely important exercise and apologize for the
inconveniences that they continue to cause.
Florida Panhandle survivors who have registered for disaster assistance are urged to
stay in touch with the Federal Emergency Management Agency and keep their contact
information current throughout the recovery process.
If survivors change their addresses, telephone numbers, bank accounts or insurance in-
formation, they should update that information with FEMA.
Everyone who applies for disaster assistance will receive a letter that explains FEMAs
decision, what to do next if they disagree with the decision and how grant money should
be spent. Applicants should not be discouraged if they receive a letter indicating they
are ineligible. FEMA may simply need additional information or documentation.
Those who need to update their contact information or have questions about a letter they
receive can call the toll-free FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362 or TTY 800-462-7585, or
they can visit a disaster
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Congressman Pushes for Eric Holders Impeachment
Last week, Congressman Gosar joined 26 of his colleagues in calling for the im-
peachment of Eric Holder, already the first sitting attorney general in U.S. history
to be held in contempt of Congress.
Holders Articles of Impeachment were introduced by Rep. Pete Olson from
Texas. There are 218 votes needed in order to force a vote by the House of Rep-
resentatives.
Gosar presents a laundry list of Holders illegal actions, including advising
Obama to ignore the law Obama himself signed which requires the president to
notify Congress 30 days prior to the release of GITMO detainees.
Holder testifying under oath that he was ignorant of the Obama Department of
Justice spying on FOX News reporter James Rosen, a clear violation of the First
Amendment, was another reason given by Rep. Gosar. Later it was learned, in
fact, that Holder authorized the spying on Rosen.
Additionally, Gosar lists Holders refusal to prosecute the Obama IRSs uncon-
stitutional targeting of Obamas political opponents for their political views, spe-
cifically Tea Party groups, as another indication of Holders complete lawless-
ness. TheTeaParty.net, a leading national Tea Party group, has amassed signa-
tures of over 1.2 million petitioners calling for Holders resignation and prosecu-
tion.
About the massive influx of illegal aliens invading the U.S. border, dumping
them in his home state of Arizona, the congressman told The Washington Times:
We have actually challenged the attorney general that hes actually now com-
plicit in violating federal code in moving illegal immigrants from one port to
another port. The attorney general is the caretaker of the Constitution as well as
the rule of law. He is to uphold them all, and hes choosing not to.
Should Eric Holder be impeached, removed from office, then prosecuted for vari-
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HEALTH OFFICER URGES
RESIDENTS AND VISITORS TO
BE AWARE OF SEAFOOD-
RELATED DISEASES
~Know the signs and symptoms of food poi-
soning from fish~

Walton County The Florida Department of
Health in Walton County (DOH-Walton) urges resi-
dents and visitors to be aware of the signs and
symptoms of seafood-related food poisoning.
While eating fish does have beneficial health ef-
fects, toxins in contaminated fish can cause health
problems, said Holly Holt, BSN, MSM, DOH-
Walton Health Officer. It is important to know the
signs and symptoms for food poisoning from fish
and when to seek medical attention.
Ciguatera is the most frequently reported seafood-
related disease and associated with the consumption
of reef fish affected with a naturally-occurring toxic
substance called ciguatoxin. Over 400 known fish
species have been classified as potential ciguatoxin
carriers. Examples of species associated with Flor-
ida cases include barracuda, grouper, amberjack,
snapper, tuna, kingfish, eel, trevally, seabass, mack-
erel, hogfish, and mahi-mahi. Cooking fish does not
kill the heat-stable toxin. Ciguatoxic fish do not
carry a foul odor or taste.
Symptoms associated with ciguatera may include:
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Stomach pain or cramping
Itchy skin
Aching teeth, muscles or joints
Tingling sensation in the extremities
Painful urination
Temperature reversal
Initial symptoms can occur as little as one hour
after eating ciguatoxic fish, with additional symp-
toms appearing later. Gastrointestinal symptoms
typically present first, within 24 hours of exposure,
followed by neurological symptoms which appear 1
-2 days following exposure. The duration of the
illness generally lasts a few days, yet in severe
cases, some symptoms may persist for months.
If you suspect you have ciguatera fish poisoning,
seek medical attention immediately. Report an ill-
ness to the Florida Poison Information Center at 1-
800-222-1222. You can help health professionals
investigate the illness by keeping a frozen sample of
the suspect fish and documenting its species and
size, where it was captured or purchased, and how it
was stored and prepared.
For more information about ciguatera, please visit
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Alaqua Animal Refuge would like to honor Ma-
risa Milford as the Animal Hero of the Month for June 2014.
When you talk to this 13 year old, you would think she has been
saving animals all her life, and thats because she has.

Ever since I
could hold a bottle
for a baby squir-
rel, I have rescued
animals, Marisa
proudly told us.

Marisa doesnt
just save dogs and
cats. She has
saved everything
from baby squir-
rels to starlings to
bats. She even
trained the two
rescued starlings
to find termites in nearby logs so they could survive on their own.
Later when set them free in a park, she made sure signs were
posted about the birds to ensure their safety. Marisa has a huge
heart and never passes by an animal in need.
So, when two pit bulls were dumped on her street and no one
could catch them, Marisa stepped in. She understood what the
dogs would respond to and they understood that she was there to
rescue them. This wasnt the first or last time Marisa would lie
down on the ground and wait for the dogs to come to her.
No one is giving her advice, her mother told us. She just
seems to know what to do.
She took the pit bulls in and got them the help they needed. She
went on to create an adoption process and designed a contract
that would require adopters to have the animal vetted within 15
days of adoption. However, the man who adopted the pit bulls did
not honor his contract and Marisa found one of the pit bulls at the
local shelter just four weeks later. For the first time, Marisa paid
the adoption fee with her own money to save Nina the pit bull
from euthanasia.
Marisa has health issues of her own that she has dealt with since
she was a small child, but she doesnt let her problems stop her
from being an animal hero. In fact, it brings her closer to the ani-
mals because she understands their pain and has learned patience.
Marisa couldnt do this without the support of her mother and
father. With her parents encouragement, she re-
cently established the White Oak Animal Rescue
after her most recent rescue in White Oak Ceme-
tery. In that instance, Marisa found a puppy that
had been shot point blank. She named the puppy
Abby and fostered her while she healed. At that
point, Marisa contacted Alaqua to help find Abby a
home and we were honored to help this young lady
find Abby the perfect family. Alaqua is proud to
name Marisa Milford Animal Hero of the Month.
Marisa is a blessing to the animal world and we
look forward to working with her in the future as
she labors in the struggle for the betterment of ani-
mal welfare and rights. It was important to Marisa
that we highlight the assistance provided by Lori
Brown of Bay County Wilderness Dogs in Need
and Linda Williams of K9 Services in her rescue
attempts and adventures.
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Fatality In Okaloosa
Wednesday Night
As reported by WZEP AM1460
Wednesday night a pickup was southbound
on State Road 85 south of the intersection
with Southern Comfort Drive. The driver, 57
-year-old Roger Thompson, of Laurel Hill,
allowed the truck to drift onto the west shoul-
der of State Road 85. The FHP says he over-
corrected and the truck reentered State Road
85, rotated counterclockwise, overturned to
the right, crossed State Road 85 and came to
final rest on the east shoulder of road upside
down. The driver succumbed to injuries he
received in the crash and was pronounced
deceased at the scene. Tests are pending.
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Come out for a fun family
event including a petting zoo, face-painting
by Abrakadoodle, food trucks, sno-balls, the
Sheriff's Department K-9 unit, agility dem-
onstrations, a fire truck, adoptable dogs from
Alaqua and more!
Saturday, June 21 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Alaqua Unleashed
342 JD Miller Road, Santa Rosa Beach, FL
32459.
***Bring the whole family for a fun and
educational experience. Learn about how to
prepare for an evacuation when you have
pets.
Dr. Tonia Shatzel of 30A Vet will be on-site
micro-chipping pets at a discounted rate and
all proceeds will go to Alaqua. Bring your
pets to have them chipped for just $45!
DOG AGILITY TRYOUTS from 10:00 -
11:00. Bring your dog and for just $5, they
can try out on the agility course! All pro-
ceeds go to Alaqua Animal Refuge.
Greetings from the Mayors Office-
I will be giving the State of the City Address on Thursday,
June 26, 2014, at 6:45 pm, at city hall, everyone is welcome to
come and also stay for the city council meeting if you
like. The City Council has decided to re-advertise for the City
Clerk position, taking applications until July 8
th
, after narrow-
ing the field down to the top three, the top two decided to
redraw and the council and myself felt that it would be in the
best interest of the city to re-advertise, applications can be
pick up at the City Hall. The council voted to approve the
development of Phase I at Lafayette Creek Landing and also
passed a special event application for Bob Forte Motors to
locate on Hwy 331 for a one week period in July. The city
held a Flag Day Ceremony at the Heritage Center on June 14
th

and the Woodmen of the World donated a new flag pole and
American Flag for the museum. I would like to thank the
Woodmen of the World, Latilda Hughes-Neal,Tim Ard, Jamie
Reagan and Amy Blizzard, as well as The Town Planters So-
ciety for their help with the ceremony, the ceremony was at-
tended by approximately 60 people and then many toured the
museum. Upcoming elections are slated for July 8
th
from
7:00am-7:00pm and as always the voting polls will be held at
the community center. The Freeport Bayfest committee has
been very busy making sure that our first annual festival is a
success and we are looking forward to a great day of entertain-
ment and fun, so please mark your calendars for September
20
th
beginning at 10:00 am- 9:00 pm, come and enjoy- the 5 K
Run, Gumbo Cook-off, Arts and Crafts and Food Vendors,
Antique Car Show, Fishing Tournament, Kids Zone and enter-
tainment of two hours of music from each of the groups in-
cluding- Gospel, Rock N Roll, Blues, Jazz and Country watch
for Save the Date Cards and Ads telling you all about the
event. The Mayors Charity Ball Committee has also been
meeting to make this years ball more spectacular, information
will be available in the next couple of months for this event, it
is slated for November 15
th
at the Hammock Bay Lake Club,
proceeds go to help the Freeport Holiday Fund, so again
mark your calendars. Dont forget the next city council
meeting is June 26
th
at 7:00 PM and the State of the City
Address will be given at 6:45 that same night. Hope to
see you there.


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This week's Pet of the Week is
Major. We had an interview with
him to find out a little more about
his life. Major is about an 8 year
old Cattle Dog who is hoping that
he will find a forever family to
live out his life with. He is a very
gentle guy who would love more
of a calm living atmosphere to go
with his easy going personality.
He definitely could afford to shed
some pounds, so his new owner
will need to put him on a strict
diet plan.
I am a gentle soul, with an even
temperament. I would love to
have a home where I can share all
of my love and devotion. I get
along well, with other dogs and
cats. I have met many new friends
at Alaqua and I do well with all of
the pets here, even the rooster! I
do well around children, too. I
must admit, I am happiest inside,
in a climate controlled environ-
ment. I have a nice kennel here,
and they try to keep us nice and
cool, but I am partial to the air
conditioning! I keep my kennel
very clean and tidy. I am com-
pletely housebroken, and never
mess up my kennel. I also do very
well in the car! I have gone on a
short trip during my stay at
Alaqua and I did well. Come see
me and my friends.
"MAJOR" the cattle dog:
Healthmark Health Matters
Hardening of the arteries
Although sudden, traumatic injuries can
be deadly and life-changing, a slow, pro-
gressive disease can be just as devastating.
Arteriosclerosis, or hardening of the arter-
ies, is one of those conditions that takes
time to occur but can lead to a heart attack
and stroke.
Arteries are blood vessels that carry oxy-
gen and nutrients from the heart to the rest
of the body. Healthy arteries are flexible
and elastic. However, over time, too much
pressure in the arteries can make the walls
thick and stiff, sometimes restricting blood
flow to organs and tissues. The buildup of
fats and cholesterol in and on artery walls
restrict blood flow and can lead to serious
health problems. They can also burst, trig-
gering a blood clot. Although atherosclero-
sis is often considered a heart problem, it
can affect arteries anywhere in the body.
According to researchers at Mayo Clinic,
there will usually not be any atherosclero-
sis symptoms until an artery is so narrowed
or clogged that it can't supply adequate
blood to the organs and tissues. Sometimes
a blood clot completely blocks blood flow,
or even breaks apart, which can trigger a
heart attack or stroke.
Atherosclerosis in the heart arteries, may
cause chest pain or pressure (angina) and
can lead to a heart attack. Atherosclerosis
in the arteries leading to the brain may
cause sudden numbness or weakness in the
arms or legs, difficulty speaking or slurred
speech. These signs, left untreated, may
progress to a stroke. Atherosclerosis in the
arteries in your arms and legs may cause
leg pain when walking and can even cause
erectile dysfunction in men.
Fortunately, atherosclerosis is a prevent-
able and treatable condition. If you think
you have atherosclerosis, talk to a physi-
cian. Pay attention to early symptoms of
inadequate blood flow, such as chest pain
(angina), leg pain or numbness. Early diag-
nosis and treatment can stop atherosclero-
sis from worsening and can prevent a heart
attack, stroke or another medical emer-
gency.
For more information about atherosclero-
sis and its treatment, contact Dr. Mark
Hash at Healthmark Regional Medical
Center, (850) 951-4500.
Woman Guilty of Burglary
As reported by WZEP AM1460
If it is not your place, dont go in unless
you are invited. That advice was not taken
by one woman and now she is facing
prison. Mildred Ann Adams was found
guilty by a Walton County Jury of Bur-
glary of an Occupied Dwelling.
The charges arose from an incident that
occurred at a house on the west side of
DeFuniak Springs on August 17, 2013.
The defendant entered the home of a
neighbor, without permission, in search of
medication owned by homeowners. She
was found by the homeowners son going
through the familys prescription medica-
tion and was asked to leave the premise.
Her actions were then reported to the au-
thorities. When interviewed by an officer
after the incident, Adams admitted entering
the home, but claimed she was only doing
it because she needed medicine for a head-
ache.
Due to her prior criminal history, Adams
has been classified as a Prison Releasee
Reoffender (PRR) and is facing a manda-
tory 15 year sentence due to the convic-
tion.
Both the investigation and arrest were con-
ducted by the DeFuniak Springs Police
Department. Assistant State Attorney Mat-
thew Richardson prosecuted the case.
DFS PD + Search Warrant =
Meth Find

Take the local police, add a search warrant
and it could add up to meth. Wednesday
morning officers with the DeFuniak
Springs Police served a search warrant on a
residence located at 201 Minnesota Street.
Detectives and Officers located five adults
and one 5-year-old child at the home. Po-
lice report approximately 80 items of evi-
dence including multiple digital scales,
packaging materials, smoking devices,
drain cleaner, other various chemicals, a
propane torch, cold packs (ammonium
nitrate), multiple firearms, and numerous
cooking vessels commonly associated with
the production of methamphetamine were
seized. In addition, containers with fin-
ished methamphetamine oil and several
small containers with methamphetamine
powder were located and taken as evi-
dence.
Allen Russell Conner, W/M, 12/18/1985,
Stevan Keith Conner, W/M, 09-06-1984,
and Michelle Ryan Hutcheson, W/F,
09/26/1975, were arrested on various drug
related charges in connection with the
search. Additionally, Stevan Conner was
charged with Child Abuse.
HEALTH OFFICIALS ENCOURAGE
AWARENESS OF POTENTIAL
BACTERIA IN COASTAL WATERS
TALLAHASSEE The Florida Department
of Health urges Floridians with certain health
conditions to avoid eating raw oysters and ex-
posing open wounds to seawater and estuarine
water, which may harbor bacteria called Vibrio
vulnificus. Occurring naturally in the warm
coastal waters, particularly during the summer
months, Vibrio vulnificus has the potential to
cause serious illness.
Persons who have wounds, cuts or scratches
and wade in estuarine areas or seawater where
the bacteria might be present can become ill.
Symptoms of Vibrio vulnificus in wound infec-
tions typically include swelling, pain and red-
ness at the wound site.
Other symptoms of Vibrio vulnificus infection
include; nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain,
diarrhea, fever, chills, and the formation of
blistering skin lesions. Individuals experiencing
these symptoms should contact a physician
immediately for diagnosis and treatment.
Individuals with liver disease, including Hepati-
tis C and cirrhosis, are most at risk for develop-
ing serious illness from Vibrio vulnificus ob-
tained from eating raw oysters.


DFS Council Meeting As reported by WZEP AM1460
The City of DeFuniak Springs could get a charge as Tesla
Motors wants to install charging stations near downtown
parking areas. The charging station will allow the Ameri-
can based high performance electric automotive company
customers to quick charge for free. While the station will
only be for Tesla customers, in the future they could also
be used for other electric vehicles. The stations will not
cost the city. The idea is to have a network with charge
stations every 100 miles along major routes. Tesla wants
the stations in areas where people can feel safe and enjoy
the town while the car is charging. The company will
eventually introduce a more affordable version. They are
also making their technology available to others and the
chargers could be used for other vehicles. The cars are sold
all over the world. The founder of Tesla Motors also
founded PayPal and SpaceX. The city staff have recom-
mended spaces along 10th Street.Council member Mac
Carpenter called the idea forward thinking and only costs
two parking spaces. He also noted the city will be put on
the Tesla map. If the city installs compressed natural gas,
drivers of two alternative vehi-
cles will be able to fuel in the
city. Council approved the re-
quest.
Under public comments, Cindy
Woodham, owner of Nook &
Cranny came to address the
Council about an agenda item.
This concerns the codes for
downtown. Janene Cole said
she was in support of the busi-
ness. Tom Hitchens, owner of
Hotel DeFuniak addressed the
Council about the sidewalks
and obstructions. He advised
them to look at all the sidewalks
and said he believes there is
flexibility in the definition and
what is impedance. He said, if
the Council takes away the
businesses ability to beautify
downtown, then someone needs
to. Staff said leaving the item
off was an oversight. City man-
ager Sara Bowers said they
need to come up with language
that will allow display of mer-
chandise and beautification
Happenings in DeFuniak Springs
Thursday, June 19, 2014 The EMERALD STAR NEWS Inc. Page 7
HEALTH ADVISORY UPDATE FOR
BAYSHORE DRIVE AREA
IN THE CHOCTAWHATCHEE BAY

Walton County The health advisory for Bay-
shore Drive and surrounding areas in the Choc-
tawhatchee Bay is still in effect due to an addi-
tional sewage spill impacting that area. This
health advisory is also issued for the unnamed
lake off of Forest Shore Drive.
DOH-Walton advises against any water-related
activities at the above location until bacteriologi-
cal sampling reveals that the area is safe. Sewage
from the spill may have contaminated this
area. Individuals, especially those with wounds
and weakened immune systems, may be at risk of
contracting a water-borne disease if they come
into contact with these waters. DOH-Walton will
advise the public when water samples confirm
that there is no longer a threat to the public.

For more information, contact the Florida Depart-
ment of Health in Walton County at (850) 892-
8021.
The Department protects, promotes and improves
the health of all people in Florida through inte-
grated state, county and community efforts. Fol-
low the Department on Twitter at @HealthyFla
and on Facebook. For more information about
the Florida Department of Health please visit
www.floridahealth.gov.
The Jewels of 30A -- Coastal Dune
Lake Tour
When: June 18th @ 9:30pm-3:30pm
Cost: $50
Registration info for this tour and others can be
found at http://www.basinalliance.org/page.cfm?
articleID=95 or you can call 850-200-4160.
This educational tour will introduce participants to
the Jewels of 30A the coastal dune lakes of
Walton County, Florida. Coastal dune lakes are ex-
tremely rare ecosystems, which exist in just a few
places around the world. Our tour of the coastal
dune lakes will follow Scenic Highway 30A. We will
make several stops along the way, visiting three to
five coastal dune lakes. We will explore the unique
character of the different lakes as we discuss ecol-
ogy, water quality, and human impacts. We will en-
joy photographic vistas, take a short hike within the
dune system, and stop for a picnic lunch in one of
the local state parks.


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The 14 day Overview
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Dear Editor,
I wanted to write you and let you know that
I have found wonderful people to help me
around my home. This town needs some more
trusting people such as yourself.
It was a pleasure to meet you. Your spirit
for betterment is a pleasant surprise. Your
desire to help so many is a rare thing these
days. You did great work on my home too.
Helen Durwitz

Editor,
This newspaper amazes me with the various
news clips I find in here each time. I love it.
From all the county and local news to some
pieces of national and world news.
I admire the fact that you openly express
yourself and offer the same to us readers. Now
that we have seen so many newspapers close
down and or they are restricted on what they
can print. You dont hold back.
If your readers didnt know but you can
feel free to write in anytime and say what you
feel. Thats what gets people moving!
Alan Matthews

Dear Editor,
With the progress growth of Freeport do
you ever see yourself moving to encompass
more of south Walton?
**No, I intend on staying right here in Free-
port and hope to someday make people see
how much there is to do here. Eat, visit, stay.
The start of the week is inspiring -- as inspiring as the cathedrals were to Monet, or the sunflowers to Van
Gogh, or the pigeons in the grass to Gertrude Stein. Everything you see seems to fit your mood, as if the
world is a projection of your inner beauty. Others find you attractive and exciting, and may tell you so.
Lost in all this, you are hardly thinking about, say, money, which might pose a problem.
You have a hard time focusing on Monday and Tuesday, what with all your plans for saving the world on
your mind. Why people don't think harder and better about the things that matter baffles you. On the other
hand, you're easily distracted yourself. Finding a balance is a struggle that won't go away. Wednesday and
Thursday, you're blessed with more energy than you know what to do with
The clean slate is refreshing, isn't it? the future is indeed bright. You are walking proof that hard work,
with or without luck, is the key to success. The hard work that must be done is of the 'getting through frus-
trating times with a smile on your face' variety, but you are a pro at this. What's frustrating may simply be
that so much is up in the air; focus instead on relieving someone else's frustrations.
It's not like you've been rubbing your socks against the carpet, but there's a lot of static electricity in the
air on Monday and Tuesday. Expect your interactions with others to be charged (so, therefore, if someone
ends up barking at you, or you at them, chalk it up to the stars). Wednesday and Thursday are best spent
arm-in-arm with someone who understands you intuitively, the way a fish understands water.
A caterpillar, given the right resources and a certain amount of time, becomes something unrecognizable.
On Monday and Tuesday you're going to learn a few more things about transformations. The radical
change you experience will almost surely be intellectual and/or political, but it will alter everything.
Wednesday and Thursday, the change is affecting you in funny, unpredictable ways.
Money matters are muddled at the week's start -- it's hard to figure out how much you have, and it's hard to
figure out what you want to spend it on. If you've had your heart set on something that you might not be
able to afford after all, then it's time to teach your heart some flexibility. , money is not much of an issue
because it doesn't cost anything to daydream (which is what you do just about all day long for two days).
You have enough self-respect to stand up for yourself in a social situation, and even though some may inter-
pret this as arrogance, the wisest among your friends know better. That said, you're always better off getting
other people to talk rather than listening to your own voice. Patience is a beautiful quality. decision-making
is not a snap, and decision-making around money is a bad idea period.
Rubber was invented utterly by accident. Let that be a lesson to you on Monday and Tuesday, when the im-
pulse toward experimentation strikes you. Likewise, you should consider all that you stand to learn from your
friends rather than, say, all that you could be teaching them. What do you know for sure? In terms of practical
steps toward a goal, not a lot gets done this week until Friday, which is a whirlwind of activity and progress.
Your world is full of people with whom you feel a deep, startling connection. Plus, everything is insanely
funny. Some of your friends should be considered national treasures. Wednesday and Thursday, helping
other people cope with their stress is a deft way of handling your own. Friday and Saturday are relatively
stress free, although they are intense -- a one-on-one relationship (either business or romantic) dominates.
Your domestic life is something of a volcano on Monday and Tuesday, and an eruption seems imminent.
But, as you are in no mood to be scalded by projectile lava, you're willing to negotiate; compromise sud-
denly seems like a good option. Wednesday and Thursday, if the problem persists, apply your imagination
toward solving it. A solution you haven't thought of, but that would make everyone happy, might be at hand
You receive new ideas on Monday and Tuesday the way the Earth receives light from the sun -- fully,
warmly, gratefully. New trees of thought are taking root in your brain. No wonder your hair looks funny!
Seriously, kick vanity to the curb this week and focus on things that actually matter. Wednesday and Thurs-
day, the second you've found your keys you've lost your cell phone; your mind is simply elsewhere.
You are aiming for the right goals, but your strategy for accomplishing them needs some work. Think about
making a change on Monday and Tuesday -- but only a small change. The big picture is right on. Wednes-
day and Thursday, putting your thoughts in writing not only makes them clear to everyone else; it also
makes them clearer to yourself. Friday and Saturday, your family is tugging on your sleeves for attention.
To give them the time they deserve, you might have to postpone something else.


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Healthmark names Employee of the Year
By Ron Kelley

At the conclusion of celebrating national Hospital Week, Healthmark Regional
Medical Center (HRMC) named its 2014 Employee of the Year, Senior Ac-
countant Ray Downs. The announcement was made following the awarding of
service pins for longtime hospital employees.
Ray Downs started with Healthmark in 1994 and has witnessed firsthand the
triumphs and disappointments that inevitably occur in the field of hospital ad-
ministration. Downs was born in Vienna, Virginia, a suburb of Washington,
D.C., but he says his life began in 1990. Thats the year he got married to Kim,
his wife of 24 years. Two sons soon arrived, Michael and Chad.
We could see the handwriting on the wall. The D.C. area was already con-
gested and getting worse, said Ray. Traffic was a nightmare. Crime was on the
rise and we wanted a safe place to raise a family.
In 1994, Downs left the company he was working for and, with Kim, traveled
to DeFuniak Springs to start work with Healthmark as a staff accountant, under
the direction of Chief Financial Officer Jim Brewer. He monitored the required
capital expenses and helped oversee the day-to-day accounts, cash flow and ex-
penditures. Downs performed similar duties when Chief Executive Officer Dr.
James Thompson began the construction of the HRMC Medical Arts building,
which now houses the Walk-in Clinic, the Open MRI suite, physician offices,
the Accounting Department and more.
Over the years, Downs says he has seen many aspects of the hospital admini-
stration change and evolve. Regulations have increased, he says, with the dawn-
ing of the Digital Age. Computer and electronic equipment malfunctions are
more serious and more expensive to repair than the earlier, less sophisticated
manual equipment. However, Downs said the advent of computers has also in-
creased productivity, as well as the ease and speed of communications.
Like many people in the hospital industry, Downs is critical of the Affordable
Care Act, commonly known as Obamacare. It calls for more details, for creat-
ing and keeping more records on costs per department and involves more au-
dits, said Downs. This requires more personnel at greater expense. We also
have to factor in the increased costs of all goods and materials, especially phar-
maceuticals, which increases each year by 15-17 percent. All of this affects the
day-to-day operations as hospitals try to avoid the heavy record-keeping penal-
ties. The increased regulations benefit the government because it chips away at
the hospitals ability to get reimbursed for treatment.
Despite these complications, Ray Downs says he find his work at Healthmark
to be very fulfilling. I am able to do valuable work on important projects. I can
assist management and staff with crucial decisions here in a way I never could in
a large, impersonal hospital. I have direct access to (Chief Operations Officer)
Gerald Beard and Dr. Thompson every day. Theres no middle management hi-
erarchy to work through, no politics or corporate bureaucracy. Everyone is good
to me and all suggestions receive consideration.
His duties impact almost every hospital department because, in addition to be-
ing senior accountant, Downs also serves as the director of information technol-
ogy (IT). He helps staff download needed software, trains staff in data submittal
procedures and is the first person anyone calls when they are having computer
problems. Ray joked, Ive considered just answering the phone with, Hi, this is
Ray. Have you tried re-starting your computer?
Downs said he has been here so long that staff is used to seeing him all over
the hospital campus and are comfortable calling him with a problem. I love the
variety, he said. I am involved in so many different projects and I try to antici-
pate peoples needs so I can be ready to help. I really like the people who work
here. I like working with them. I am grateful to have been chosen for this honor
and I appreciate it more than I can say.
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Every 2nd Sunday 2-4pm
Freeport City Hall
Help Wanted: Service Plumber
Requires Valid Drivers License;
2 Years Verifiable Service/Repair
Plumbing Experience
Knowledge of South Walton/Santa
Rosa Beach Area
Over-time and On-Call will be re-
quired.
Please Apply at 998 Bay Drive, Santa
Rosa Beach, Apply at 998 Bay Dr. -
Point Washington/Santa Rosa
Beach...county 283N **stop in at
the office for your application
AJs Plumbing 850-231-1473
District 4 Commissioner Sara
Comander will not be holding her
normal office hours during the
month of July at the South
Walton Annex.
Any member of the public that
would like to meet with Ms. Co-
mander at a different time can
feel free to contact her office at
850-835-4834 to schedule a meet-
ing at the Annex or at her office
in DeFuniak Springs located at
263 Chaffin Street.
The 19th annual Alligator Trot is Saturday, June 21st
at Florala State Park. This is the only 5K course in the
area that gives you the opportunity to run in two states
around beautiful, historic Lake Jackson. The race will
begin at 8am. Registration is $25 from 6:30 am to
7:45. Runner & walkers welcome. For more informa-
tion, visit the website, www.aligatortrot.com.
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
RAISES MEN'S HEALTH AWARENESS

TALLAHASSEE June is National Men's Health
Month, and as Father's Day approaches, the Florida
Department of Health is raising awareness about
men's health. During this month, fathers, husbands,
sons, grandfathers and friends are encouraged to
reflect on making healthy choices that will lead to
longer and healthier lives.
"Men's health means making healthy choices a rou-
tine part of living, in addition to regular check-ups
by health professionals, said State Surgeon General
and Secretary of Health Dr. John Armstrong. "This
Father's Day is an opportunity to be active, eat
healthy, and spend time together as a family.
Men can take control of their health by following
these simple steps:
Plan activities that keep you and your family
physically active
Prepare healthy and delicious meals at home
Be smoke-free by visiting
www.tobaccofreeflorida.com for 3 free, easy
ways to quit
Schedule screenings to maintain your prostate,
skin and dental health
Prevent head injuries by wearing helmets when
on bikes and motorcycles
Men's health improves by adopting a healthy life-
style, remaining physically active and eating
healthy, well-balanced meals. To help Floridians
live healthier lives, the Department launched the
Healthiest Weight Florida initiative. Healthiest
Weight Florida is a public-private collaboration
bringing together state agencies, not for profit or-
ganizations, businesses, and entire communities to
help Floridians make consistent, informed choices
about healthy eating and active living. To learn
more about Healthiest Weight Florida, please visit
www.HealthiestWeightFL.com.
The Florida Department of Health works to protect,
promote and improve the health of all people in
Florida through integrated state, county and com-
WCSO Purchases New
Vehicles Locally
In a nod to reminding you to shop
locally, Taylor Lathinghouse with
Triangle Chevrolet says they were
not only able to supply the Walton
County Sheriffs Office with the
much needed 20 new patrol vehi-
cles, but they were able to beat oth-
ers and save the taxpayers money.


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