The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has proposed a draft rule that could help local oystermen get on the water earlier without having to worry about getting a ticket.
The FWC has proposed allowing oystermen to have tongs on their boats at night. This would allow oyster harvesters to leave the docks before dawn so they can begin harvesting oysters at sunrise.
A final public hearing on the proposed oyster rule amendment will take place during its April meeting in the Tallahassee area.
The action is being considered to help oystermen adjust to pending new restrictions that will affect the time they are allowed to harvest and transport oysters on the water in Florida. Beginning this summer, oystermen may be forced to deliver their oysters to a certified dealer by 11:30 a.m. during May, June and July, and by noon during August, September and October.
The shorter harvesting times are being considered to meet new federal health safety requirements for the oyster industry by ensuring that harvested oysters are handled and processed during cooler morning hours in warm-weather months.
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Friday, February 19, 2010
Apalachicola Police Department plans "wolf packs" through March
The Apalachicola Police Department plans on cracking down on drunk driving over the next month. The police department says it will begin conducting saturation patrols starting the last week of February and continuing through the month of March.
The saturation patrols or “wolf packs” will focus on impaired drivers, though all drivers should make sure they have their drivers licenses and that their vehicles are in good working order. The wolf packs will operate from 7pm till 4 am nightly.
The Apalachicola Police Department said it will also set up traffic safety checkpoints through the month of March – though they have not yet given the dates of those checkpoints.
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The saturation patrols or “wolf packs” will focus on impaired drivers, though all drivers should make sure they have their drivers licenses and that their vehicles are in good working order. The wolf packs will operate from 7pm till 4 am nightly.
The Apalachicola Police Department said it will also set up traffic safety checkpoints through the month of March – though they have not yet given the dates of those checkpoints.
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Franklin County Commission unhappy with recent highway project
County commissioners have decided to send a letter to our state representatives complaining about the recently completed repair project on Highway 98 between Eastpoint and Carrabelle.
The nearly 35 million dollar project was completed in late September – the work was designed to fix portions of the highway that were damaged during Hurricane Dennis and protect the highway from future storms.
Most of the work was done on the south lane of the highway, and only that lane was repaved – which commissioners say left the highway a little uneven in places like the intersection of Highway 65, at the Franklin County school entrance and near Yent’s Bayou. They also said that the striping of the road is inadequate in some sections.
Commissioner Pinki Jackel said she feels it is shameful that the scenic highway is in this shape.
The board has contacted the Department of Transportation about the problems but say they have not seen any change so on Tuesday the commission agreed to send letters to Senator Al Lawson as well as Representatives Leonard Bembry and Jimmy Patronis.
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The nearly 35 million dollar project was completed in late September – the work was designed to fix portions of the highway that were damaged during Hurricane Dennis and protect the highway from future storms.
Most of the work was done on the south lane of the highway, and only that lane was repaved – which commissioners say left the highway a little uneven in places like the intersection of Highway 65, at the Franklin County school entrance and near Yent’s Bayou. They also said that the striping of the road is inadequate in some sections.
Commissioner Pinki Jackel said she feels it is shameful that the scenic highway is in this shape.
The board has contacted the Department of Transportation about the problems but say they have not seen any change so on Tuesday the commission agreed to send letters to Senator Al Lawson as well as Representatives Leonard Bembry and Jimmy Patronis.
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Thursday, February 18, 2010
Apalachicola residents charged with operating meth lab
Two Apalachicola residents were arrested this week on suspicion of operating a methamphetamine lab. Police arrested Xavier Michelle Rutherford and Brian Ray McDaniel on Wednesday after serving a search warrant at their apartment at 99 11th street in Apalachicola.
During the search of the apartment officers found 4 grams of pure methamphetamines along with the tools needed to smoke it. They also found precursor chemicals, paraphernalia and the equipment needed to manufacture the drug.
Both Miss Rutherford and Mister McDaniel were charged with manufacturing of methamphetamine, possession of a controlled substance, and possession with intent to distribute as well as various other drug possession charges. Mister McDaniel was also charged with introducing contraband into a county facility. Officers say they expect more charges pending further investigation of the case.
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During the search of the apartment officers found 4 grams of pure methamphetamines along with the tools needed to smoke it. They also found precursor chemicals, paraphernalia and the equipment needed to manufacture the drug.
Both Miss Rutherford and Mister McDaniel were charged with manufacturing of methamphetamine, possession of a controlled substance, and possession with intent to distribute as well as various other drug possession charges. Mister McDaniel was also charged with introducing contraband into a county facility. Officers say they expect more charges pending further investigation of the case.
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County hires Carrabelle company to clean bridges
The Franklin County commission has hired a Carrabelle firm to keep local bridges clean over the upcoming tourist season.
The county agreed to pay nearly 33 thousand dollars to Captain Dave’s Lawn Maintenance to clean litter from the Apalachicola and St. George Island bridges three times a week through September. Only two companies bid on the project, the higher bid was for over 60 thousand dollars.
Currently the bridges are only cleaned 6 times a year – that work is paid for through the state. County commissioners say that is not nearly enough – and litter on the bridges is bad for the local tourist industry. County commissioners say the problem is not just that it makes the county look bad, but much of that litter gets blown in to the bay where it pollutes the water and harms local fish and wildlife.
County commissioner Cheryl Sanders said she was not happy with the expenditure even though the county budgeted 36 thousand dollars for the work. Commissioner Sanders said she feels the county should not pay to clean state owned bridges and she’s afraid that while the state is cutting its budget this year it will simply shift the entire cost of bridge cleaning to the county.
Sanders recommended that the county send a bill for 33 thousand dollars to the state o try to get their money back.
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The county agreed to pay nearly 33 thousand dollars to Captain Dave’s Lawn Maintenance to clean litter from the Apalachicola and St. George Island bridges three times a week through September. Only two companies bid on the project, the higher bid was for over 60 thousand dollars.
Currently the bridges are only cleaned 6 times a year – that work is paid for through the state. County commissioners say that is not nearly enough – and litter on the bridges is bad for the local tourist industry. County commissioners say the problem is not just that it makes the county look bad, but much of that litter gets blown in to the bay where it pollutes the water and harms local fish and wildlife.
County commissioner Cheryl Sanders said she was not happy with the expenditure even though the county budgeted 36 thousand dollars for the work. Commissioner Sanders said she feels the county should not pay to clean state owned bridges and she’s afraid that while the state is cutting its budget this year it will simply shift the entire cost of bridge cleaning to the county.
Sanders recommended that the county send a bill for 33 thousand dollars to the state o try to get their money back.
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State considers shorter summer oyster harvesting times
Oystermen are looking at much shorter harvest times during summer months to try to reduce the number of oyster related illnesses caused by the naturally occurring vibrio vulnificus bacteria.
Vibrio does not affect most people but can be fatal to people with pre-existing conditions like immune deficiencies and liver disease. It tends to be found in highest concentrations during the warm summer months.
To meet federal guidelines lowering the number of illnesses by Vibrio, state officials are proposing to limit the hours that oystermen can harvest to insure that oysters are cooled as quickly as possible. The proposed hours would run from 6:45 to 11:30 during the month of May, 6:30 to 11:15 in June, 6:45 to 11:30 in July, 7 to 11:45 in August, 7:15 to noon in September and 7:30 to 12:15 in October.
County commissioners say they are not happy with the proposal – Commissioner Noah Lockley said people will not be able to make any money with these hours. Bevin Putnal added that he thinks the shorter hours will force oystermen to harvest anything they can get – which means smaller oysters – adding that the rules will wind up making oystermen criminals.
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Vibrio does not affect most people but can be fatal to people with pre-existing conditions like immune deficiencies and liver disease. It tends to be found in highest concentrations during the warm summer months.
To meet federal guidelines lowering the number of illnesses by Vibrio, state officials are proposing to limit the hours that oystermen can harvest to insure that oysters are cooled as quickly as possible. The proposed hours would run from 6:45 to 11:30 during the month of May, 6:30 to 11:15 in June, 6:45 to 11:30 in July, 7 to 11:45 in August, 7:15 to noon in September and 7:30 to 12:15 in October.
County commissioners say they are not happy with the proposal – Commissioner Noah Lockley said people will not be able to make any money with these hours. Bevin Putnal added that he thinks the shorter hours will force oystermen to harvest anything they can get – which means smaller oysters – adding that the rules will wind up making oystermen criminals.
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DEP law enforcement going green
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Division of Law Enforcement is going green by switching to lead-free ammunition during training exercises and practice scenarios. Officers from Florida Park Police to special agents from the DEP Criminal Investigations Bureau will now use bullet casings made from recycled brass, and bullets from compressed copper with a lead-free primer.
Lead-based ammunition can cause soil and groundwater contamination. Florida depends on groundwater for its drinking water supply, and on surface water for the outdoor recreation industry. High rainfall and acidic conditions, typical in Florida, cause lead to be more mobile in the environment.
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Lead-based ammunition can cause soil and groundwater contamination. Florida depends on groundwater for its drinking water supply, and on surface water for the outdoor recreation industry. High rainfall and acidic conditions, typical in Florida, cause lead to be more mobile in the environment.
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Franklin Needs offers free mammograms during February
A local group is providing money so women in Franklin County can get breast cancer screenings.
The group, Franklin Needs Incorporated, has a fund to help local, uninsured women get mammograms at Weems Memorial Hospital. The group is best known for a breast cancer awareness calendar they created with local breast cancer survivors posing in very creatively concealed ways.
Women who would like to get a free mammogram must be residents of Franklin County, be between 35 and 64 years old, and have no health insurance. To take part in the program, women need to get a mammogram order from their personal physician or from the Franklin County Health Department or the Eastpoint Medical center. Then they simply have to schedule a mammogram at Weems which they can do by calling 653-8853.
Franklin Needs will pay for the mammograms as long as their funds are available and are even giving a free box of candy to women who schedule their mammogram during February.
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The group, Franklin Needs Incorporated, has a fund to help local, uninsured women get mammograms at Weems Memorial Hospital. The group is best known for a breast cancer awareness calendar they created with local breast cancer survivors posing in very creatively concealed ways.
Women who would like to get a free mammogram must be residents of Franklin County, be between 35 and 64 years old, and have no health insurance. To take part in the program, women need to get a mammogram order from their personal physician or from the Franklin County Health Department or the Eastpoint Medical center. Then they simply have to schedule a mammogram at Weems which they can do by calling 653-8853.
Franklin Needs will pay for the mammograms as long as their funds are available and are even giving a free box of candy to women who schedule their mammogram during February.
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Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Franklin County pic of the day
The Eastpoint Volunteer Fire Department got a new fire truck with all the bells and whistles. Come see it for yourself during the annual rib cookoff in March.
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Franklin County seafood industry seeks federal funds
Steve Otwell, Kevin Begos and Taunya James
Franklin County commissioners are throwing their support behind a request for federal money to help the local seafood industry.
The University of Florida, The Franklin County Seafood Workers Association and the Franklin County Oyster and Seafood Industry task force will seek 800 thousand dollars over three years to help address issues facing the local oyster industry.
The exact purpose of the money is still being decided, though University of Florida professor Steve Otwell said a portion of the money would help continue funding the local oyster lab at the Apalachicola airport. Other potential uses are for equipment, dockside refrigeration, and training materials.
Under the current proposal, the University of Florida would use 100 thousand dollars a year for three years for the oyster lab, the seafood workers association and the oyster industry task force would share 500 thousand dollars over 3 years. Task Force Director Kevin Begos said the goal is to help as many local people as possible.
County Commissioners have agreed to make the funding request its top federal funding priority this year. The commission also agreed to seek federal money to dredge the Eastpoint channel and to seek money for a federally qualified health clinic for Carrabelle.
The requests for funding will have to be in by March and if the county receives any of the money it will likely be available in the Fall.
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Local groups recognized for service during disasters
Two local groups were recognized this week for the assistance they provided during two local disasters. The Franklin County Emergency Management Office provided plaques to the Apalachicola Fire Department and to the Eastpoint Church of God.
The plaques were awarded on behalf of the Emergency Management Office and the Franklin County Commission for volunteer services to the county.
The Apalachicola Fire Department was recognized for its work during heavy flooding in 2009 when the department not only helped save an Apalachicola home by placing sandbags but also came back and helped remove carpeting from homes that did get flooded. Emergency Management Director said the Department went beyond the call of fighting fires.
The Eastpoint Church of God was recognized for a number of activities during the recent cold snap. The church opened up to residents as a cold weather shelter which helped numerous local families. Members of the church also donated food and held a heater and blanket drive for people who were not prepared for the extremely cold temperatures.
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The plaques were awarded on behalf of the Emergency Management Office and the Franklin County Commission for volunteer services to the county.
The Apalachicola Fire Department was recognized for its work during heavy flooding in 2009 when the department not only helped save an Apalachicola home by placing sandbags but also came back and helped remove carpeting from homes that did get flooded. Emergency Management Director said the Department went beyond the call of fighting fires.
The Eastpoint Church of God was recognized for a number of activities during the recent cold snap. The church opened up to residents as a cold weather shelter which helped numerous local families. Members of the church also donated food and held a heater and blanket drive for people who were not prepared for the extremely cold temperatures.
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Bay Aid Franklin now on-line
A local non-profit group is now taking donations on-line. The group, called Bay Aid Franklin, is collecting money to help local seafood workers who are facing an economic disaster because of recent cold weather and flooding.
Many local families are finding it difficult to make ends meet because the bay has been closed so often in recent months and because there are very few other employment opportunities at this time. BAY AID Franklin was established by the Franklin’s Promise Coalition in partnership with over 30 civic organizations, churches, government entities, businesses, and volunteers. All of the money they raise helps local seafood workers with the essentials like food, rent and utilities.
You can find out much more about the group and make a donation on-line using a credit card or paypal at www.bayaidfranklin.org.
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Many local families are finding it difficult to make ends meet because the bay has been closed so often in recent months and because there are very few other employment opportunities at this time. BAY AID Franklin was established by the Franklin’s Promise Coalition in partnership with over 30 civic organizations, churches, government entities, businesses, and volunteers. All of the money they raise helps local seafood workers with the essentials like food, rent and utilities.
You can find out much more about the group and make a donation on-line using a credit card or paypal at www.bayaidfranklin.org.
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Over 65? You may qualify for Senior Homestead Exemption
If you are a senior citizen in Franklin County you may want to see if you qualify for the senior homestead exemption. If you are 65 years old or over and already qualify for a homestead exemption and you have an adjusted gross income of less than 25,780 dollars then you likely qualify.
The senior exemption can provide you with an additional 50,000 exemption on the assessed value of your home.
You do have to apply for the additional exemption, and the application date is March the 1st. You can apply at the property appraiser’s office in Apalachicola or Carrabelle or call for information at 653-9236.
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The senior exemption can provide you with an additional 50,000 exemption on the assessed value of your home.
You do have to apply for the additional exemption, and the application date is March the 1st. You can apply at the property appraiser’s office in Apalachicola or Carrabelle or call for information at 653-9236.
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Franklin County on the web February 17th, 2010
*Spohrer Recognized in Top 3% of Agents in North America
*Suwannee Helps Out-of-Work Franklin Co. Families
*Hotels in Apalachicola
*Apalachicola Oyster Problems Where Are Some Of The Best Places To Eat Oysters In Apalachicola?
*Pluck some shellfish paradise from Florida's own backyard(s)
*Kayaking in HELL
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*Suwannee Helps Out-of-Work Franklin Co. Families
*Hotels in Apalachicola
*Apalachicola Oyster Problems Where Are Some Of The Best Places To Eat Oysters In Apalachicola?
*Pluck some shellfish paradise from Florida's own backyard(s)
*Kayaking in HELL
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Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Franklin County pic of the day
The John Gorrie Bridge over the mouth of the Apalachicola River.
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Federal money to be used to power emergency shelters in Florida
Governor Charlie Crist said that at least 90 high schools around the state that are designated as emergency shelters for hurricanes and other disasters are going to get solar-powered back-up generators through federal stimulus money.
The grant, known as the SunSmart School and E-Shelters (Emergency Shelters) program, is a portion of the $126 million the state received in State Energy Program funding for energy-related initiatives.
The money will help pay to install 10-kilowatt systems around the state which should be enough to keep a shelter lighted and comfortable during an emergency.
The program also supports solar-energy education initiatives for students and renewable energy curriculum training for teachers.
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The grant, known as the SunSmart School and E-Shelters (Emergency Shelters) program, is a portion of the $126 million the state received in State Energy Program funding for energy-related initiatives.
The money will help pay to install 10-kilowatt systems around the state which should be enough to keep a shelter lighted and comfortable during an emergency.
The program also supports solar-energy education initiatives for students and renewable energy curriculum training for teachers.
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Franklin County residents turn out in opposition of offshore oil drilling
(picture provided by Lesley Cox)
More than a hundred Franklin County residents showed their opposition to offshore oil drilling, during the "Hands Across the Sands" event on Saturday. About 60 people turned out at Carrabelle beach, about 50 more at the St. George Island public beach.
All of them came out to show their opposition to oil drilling near Florida shores. Participants wore black and held hands forming lines in the sand to represent the damage an oil spill could do to Florida’s beaches.
And Franklin County wasn’t alone, similar demonstrations were held on more than 80 beaches across Florida including at Indian Pass and Shell Point.
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Franklin County on the web February 15th, 2010
*Role models
*Bayou @ 5.1%
*Mississippi Guardsmen visit ancient ruins
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*Bayou @ 5.1%
*Mississippi Guardsmen visit ancient ruins
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Monday, February 15, 2010
Apalachicola Bay Fishing Trip 2008
Found this one on youtube.For all you fishermen...
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Flood Warning continues for Apalachicola River
THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVERS IN FL..
APALACHICOLA RIVER NEAR BLOUNTSTOWN AFFECTING CALHOUN.FRANKLIN.GULF AND
LIBERTY COUNTIES
MINOR FLOODING IS OCCURRING & EXPECTED TO CONTINUE
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS.
SAFETY MESSAGE.ALL PERSONS WITH INTEREST ALONG THE RIVER SHOULD MONITOR THE
LATEST FORECASTS.& BE PREPARED TO TAKE NECESSARY PRECAUTIONS TO PROTECT LIFE
AND PROPERTY. DO NOT DRIVE CARS THROUGH FLOODED AREAS. IF YOU SEE FLOOD
WATERS.REMEMBER TO TURN AROUND & DO NOT DROWN.
THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE APALACHICOLA RIVER NEAR BLOUNTSTOWN.
* UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.OR UNTIL THE WARNING IS CANCELLED.
* AT 8:00 AM MON THE STAGE WAS 18.9 FEET.
* MINOR FLOODING IS OCCURRING & MINOR FLOODING IS FORECAST.
* FLOOD STAGE IS 15.0 FEET.
* FORECAST.THE RIVER WILL CONTINUE TO FALL TO A STAGE OF 18.7 FEET BY
TOMORROW
MORNING.
* IMPACT.AT 19.0 FEET.MINOR LOWLAND FLOODING WILL OCCUR AT DOUGLAS LANDING
& WILLIS LANDING CAMPGROUNDS. THE 19.0 FT LEVEL AT BLOUNTSTOWN MAY AT
TIMES
NOT BE REPRESENTATIVE OF RIVER LEVELS IN THESE AREAS DUE TO TIDAL EFFECTS.
WINDS OR LOCAL RAINFALL & SHOULD BE USED WITH CAUTION.
FLD OBSERVED 7AM EST / 8AM EDT FORECAST
LOCATION STG STG DAY TIME TUE WED THU FRI SAT
APALACHICOLA RIVER
BLOUNTSTOWN 15 18.9 MON 08 AM 18.7 18.6 18.0 17.2 16.9
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APALACHICOLA RIVER NEAR BLOUNTSTOWN AFFECTING CALHOUN.FRANKLIN.GULF AND
LIBERTY COUNTIES
MINOR FLOODING IS OCCURRING & EXPECTED TO CONTINUE
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS.
SAFETY MESSAGE.ALL PERSONS WITH INTEREST ALONG THE RIVER SHOULD MONITOR THE
LATEST FORECASTS.& BE PREPARED TO TAKE NECESSARY PRECAUTIONS TO PROTECT LIFE
AND PROPERTY. DO NOT DRIVE CARS THROUGH FLOODED AREAS. IF YOU SEE FLOOD
WATERS.REMEMBER TO TURN AROUND & DO NOT DROWN.
THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE APALACHICOLA RIVER NEAR BLOUNTSTOWN.
* UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.OR UNTIL THE WARNING IS CANCELLED.
* AT 8:00 AM MON THE STAGE WAS 18.9 FEET.
* MINOR FLOODING IS OCCURRING & MINOR FLOODING IS FORECAST.
* FLOOD STAGE IS 15.0 FEET.
* FORECAST.THE RIVER WILL CONTINUE TO FALL TO A STAGE OF 18.7 FEET BY
TOMORROW
MORNING.
* IMPACT.AT 19.0 FEET.MINOR LOWLAND FLOODING WILL OCCUR AT DOUGLAS LANDING
& WILLIS LANDING CAMPGROUNDS. THE 19.0 FT LEVEL AT BLOUNTSTOWN MAY AT
TIMES
NOT BE REPRESENTATIVE OF RIVER LEVELS IN THESE AREAS DUE TO TIDAL EFFECTS.
WINDS OR LOCAL RAINFALL & SHOULD BE USED WITH CAUTION.
FLD OBSERVED 7AM EST / 8AM EDT FORECAST
LOCATION STG STG DAY TIME TUE WED THU FRI SAT
APALACHICOLA RIVER
BLOUNTSTOWN 15 18.9 MON 08 AM 18.7 18.6 18.0 17.2 16.9
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Watch out for census scams
With the 2010 census about to begin, Floridians are being warned to watch out for scam artists who might pose as census workers to steal your identity.
According to the federal government, approximately 134 million households will be mailed census forms on March 1. The form includes 10 questions about your age, date of birth, race and whether you own or rent a home. It does not ask for your Social Security number or information about your taxes or income.
If you do not return a completed census form by April 1, it is likely that a census taker will either call or come to your door to obtain the information. Remember that all census takers carry official government badges. Do not provide your Social Security number or any financial information, including credit card or bank account information, to anyone claiming to represent the U.S. Census Bureau.
The Census Bureau will also not contact you by e-mail, so any website that pops up disguised as a census survey is fraudulent. For more information about the 2010 census, you can visit the U.S. Census Bureau website at http://www.census.gov.
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According to the federal government, approximately 134 million households will be mailed census forms on March 1. The form includes 10 questions about your age, date of birth, race and whether you own or rent a home. It does not ask for your Social Security number or information about your taxes or income.
If you do not return a completed census form by April 1, it is likely that a census taker will either call or come to your door to obtain the information. Remember that all census takers carry official government badges. Do not provide your Social Security number or any financial information, including credit card or bank account information, to anyone claiming to represent the U.S. Census Bureau.
The Census Bureau will also not contact you by e-mail, so any website that pops up disguised as a census survey is fraudulent. For more information about the 2010 census, you can visit the U.S. Census Bureau website at http://www.census.gov.
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Franklin County Commission meets on Tuesday
The Franklin County Commission meets Tuesday with a very full agenda.
The board will meet the new director of the local Boys and Girls Club on Tuesday. Emergency Management Director Pam Brownell will also attend the meeting to present Emergency Management Plaques.
Commissioners will also open bids from companies interested in cleaning litter from local bridges, as well as for installing lights at DW Wilson Park in Apalachicola and open proposals for a compensation and job classification study. City of Tallahassee workers will be on hand to discuss improvements to Lake Talquin Dam and members of the local hospital board will attend to discuss pre-construction service fees for the Carrabelle Urgent Care Clinic.
The meeting is open to the public – it will begin at 9 tomorrow at the Franklin County Courthouse Annex in Apalachicola.
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The board will meet the new director of the local Boys and Girls Club on Tuesday. Emergency Management Director Pam Brownell will also attend the meeting to present Emergency Management Plaques.
Commissioners will also open bids from companies interested in cleaning litter from local bridges, as well as for installing lights at DW Wilson Park in Apalachicola and open proposals for a compensation and job classification study. City of Tallahassee workers will be on hand to discuss improvements to Lake Talquin Dam and members of the local hospital board will attend to discuss pre-construction service fees for the Carrabelle Urgent Care Clinic.
The meeting is open to the public – it will begin at 9 tomorrow at the Franklin County Courthouse Annex in Apalachicola.
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Sunday, February 14, 2010
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