Oyster Radio: 2012-02-05

Saturday, February 11, 2012

Voters to decide on school district tax increase on March the 6th

Local voters will decide whether to allow the Franklin County School District to increase its operating budget by a half mill on March the 6th. Here's a look at the sample ballot. Not sure what a half mill raises, though estimates are a little less than a million dollars a year.

Sample Ballots Bse 2012

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WEATHER ALERT for FL - Franklin County

.WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM EST /MIDNIGHT CST/ TO
10 AM EST /9 AM CST/ SUNDAY.

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034-108-112-114-115-118-127-128-134-
GAZ120>131-142>148-155>161-121500-
/O.CON.KTAE.WC.Y.0002.120212T0600Z-120212T1500Z/
COFFEE-DALE-HENRY-GENEVA-HOUSTON-INLAND WALTON-CNTL WALTON-
HOLMES-WA-JACKSON-INLAND BAY-CALHOUN-INLAND GULF-
INLAND FRANKLIN-GADSDEN-LEON-INLAND JEFFERSON-MADISON-LIBERTY-
INLAND WAKULLA-INLAND TAYLOR-LAFAYETTE-INLAND DIXIE-SOUTH WALTON-
COASTAL BAY-COASTAL GULF-COASTAL FRANKLIN-COASTAL JEFFERSON-
COASTAL WAKULLA-COASTAL TAYLOR-COASTAL DIXIE-QUITMAN-CLAY-
RANDOLPH-TERRELL-DOUGHERTY-LEE-WORTH-TURNER-TIFT-BEN HILL-IRWIN-
EARLY-MILLER-BAKER-MITCHELL-COLQUITT-COOK-BERRIEN-SEMINOLE-
DECATUR-GRADY-THOMAS-BROOKS-LOWNDES-LANIER-
INCLUDING THE CITIES OF.ENTERPRISE.OZARK.FORT RUCKER.
DALEVILLE.HEADLAND.ABBEVILLE.GENEVA.HARTFORD.SAMSON.
SLOCOMB.MALVERN.TAYLOR.ASHFORD.DOTHAN.KINSEY.
COWARTS.WEBB.COTTONWOOD.REHOBETH.DE FUNIAK SPRINGS.
HUDSON.BONIFAY.CRYSTAL LAKE.CHIPLEY.FIVE POINTS.
MARIANNA.GRACEVILLE.MALONE.SNEADS.YOUNGSTOWN.
BLOUNTSTOWN.WHITE CITY.WEWAHITCHKA.QUINCY.CHATTAHOOCHEE.
TALLAHASSEE.SPRING HILL.MONTICELLO.MADISON.GREENVILLE.
SWEETWATER.CRAWFORDVILLE.PERRY.MIDWAY.MAYO.CROSS CITY.
FREEPORT.SANTA ROSA BEACH.PANAMA CITY.PARKER.
PORT SAINT JOE.APALACHICOLA.CARRABELLE.SOPCHOPPY.
SAINT MARKS.KEATON BEACH.STEINHATCHEE.SUWANNEE.
GEORGETOWN.FORT GAINES.CUTHBERT.SHELLMAN.ARLINGTON.
MORGAN.EDISON.LEARY.DAWSON.ALBANY.LEESBURG.
SMITHVILLE.SYLVESTER.ASHBURN.TIFTON.FITZGERALD.OCILLA.
DOUGLASVILLE.BLAKELY.COLQUITT.NEWTON.CAMILLA.PELHAM.
MOULTRIE.ADEL.SPARKS.NASHVILLE.DONALSONVILLE.
BAINBRIDGE.CAIRO.THOMASVILLE.QUITMAN.VALDOSTA.LAKELAND
925 PM EST SAT FEB 11 2012 /825 PM CST SAT FEB 11 2012/

.WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM EST /MIDNIGHT
CST/ TO 10 AM EST /9 AM CST/ SUNDAY.

* WIND CHILL VALUES.BY DAYBREAK SUNDAY.MIN WIND CHILL
READINGS WILL BE 12 TO 15 DEGREES ACROSS SE AL
RISING MODESTLY TO THE SE TO 16 TO 20 DEGREES ACROSS MUCH
OF NO. FL.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS.

A WIND CHILL ADVISORY MEANS THAT VERY COLD AIR & STRONG WINDS
WILL COMBINE TO GENERATE LOW WIND CHILLS. THIS COULD LEAD TO
HYPOTHERMIA IF PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT TAKEN. IF YOU VENTURE
OUTDOORS.CONSIDER WEARING A HAT & GLOVES.

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Franklin County on the web February 11th, 2012

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Freaky Florida February 11th, 2012

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Beach Conditions Report: Franklin County

Pictures of Franklin County Beaches Not Yet Available
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Location: St George Island Bayside
Last Report: 02/11/2012 at 08:50am
Dead Fish: None
Water Color: Moderate
Respiratory Irritation: None
Surf: Rough
Wind Direction: N
Oil Spill Impact: None
Oil Spill Severity: None (No clean up required -- beach open)
Beach Flag: Yellow+Purple
Seaweed: None
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Location: St George Island Gulfside
Last Report: 02/11/2012 at 08:50am
Dead Fish: None
Water Color: Moderate
Respiratory Irritation: None
Surf: Rough
Wind Direction: N
Oil Spill Impact: None
Oil Spill Severity: None (No clean up required -- beach open)
Beach Flag: Yellow+Purple
Seaweed: None

All reports copyright 2008 Mote Marine Laboratory.
All rights reserved.

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Beach Conditions Report: Gulf County

Pictures of Gulf County Beaches Not Yet Available
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Location: St Joseph Bayside
Last Report: 02/11/2012 at 08:21am
Dead Fish: None
Water Color: Moderate
Respiratory Irritation: None
Surf: Moderate
Wind Direction: N
Oil Spill Impact: None
Oil Spill Severity: None (No clean up required -- beach open)
Beach Flag: Yellow
Seaweed: None
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Location: St Joseph Gulfside
Last Report: 02/11/2012 at 08:20am
Dead Fish: None
Water Color: Moderate
Respiratory Irritation: None
Surf: Moderate
Wind Direction: N
Oil Spill Impact: None
Oil Spill Severity: None (No clean up required -- beach open)
Beach Flag: Yellow
Seaweed: None

All reports copyright 2008 Mote Marine Laboratory.
All rights reserved.

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Friday, February 10, 2012

All things oyster February 10th, 2012

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Franklin County makes the swimsuit issue

About 60 million people around the world are going to have to learn to pronounce Apalachicola after they open their Sports Illustrated swimsuit editions on Tuesday.

That’s because Franklin County will feature prominently in what most likely the most popular magazine issue in history.

Sports Illustrated photographers and swimsuit models were in the county last October taking the shots that the world will see when the magazine comes out next week.

Part of the reason the Gulf Coast was chosen as one of the 5 locations for the magazine was to help draw attention to the area which has seen some difficult times in recent years.

The shoot was a poorly kept secret as it had to be mentioned at a televised county commission meeting last year so the Apalachicola bay chamber of Commerce could get the funding to host the shoot.

But it turns out that Franklin county residents know how to keep a secret, and there was very little discussion about the photo shoot until USA today made the official announcement last Friday.

And actually Franklin County may get a mention on National TV Monday night as the cover for the swimsuit issue is unveiled on Late Night with David letterman.

The issue will be available Valentine’s Day on newsstands, on SI.com and for tablets and phones.

Locally there will be a party to celebrate Franklin County’s new fame on Thursday afternoon at 5:30 at the Gibson Inn in Apalachicola.

Everyone is invited to attend.

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Franklin County commission redirects sales tax dollars to pay for past-due bills

Franklin County Commissioners have agreed to redirect proceeds from a local health care sales tax to help Weems Memorial Hospital pay its past due bills.

Local voters approved the sales tax increase in 2007 – the proceeds of the tax will be used to pay for a new urgent care clinic in Carrabelle and to upgrade or replace the aging hospital in Apalachicola.

The Carrabelle clinic is already in operation, the application for constructing a new hospital in Apalachicola is still under review with the federal government.

On Tuesday the county commission agreed to let the hospital use the next 6 months of tax revenue, about 250 thousand dollars, to catch up on some overdue bills.

The hospital will use the money plus money from its own billing to pay off Tallahassee Memorial Hospital to the tune of 265 thousand dollars and to pay a lawsuit with the hospitals old emergency room management team for another 130 thousand dollars.

Board members said they will allow the hospital to use the tax revenues collected between last November and next April to help in those payments.

Commissioner Noah Lockley said this is the best time to make this move while the new hospital project is being held up.

Commission chairman Pinki Jackel said the Hospital is a major economic generator for Franklin county to the tune of 6 million dollars and she feels helping the hospital is one of the most financially responsible actions the county commission can take.

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Weems Hospital announces new staff members

Weems Memorial Hospital has added some new members to its staff that will help increase medical services county-wide.

The hospital announced this week that it has brought in Doctor Eugene Charbanneau to work at the Weems medical center east Clinic in Carrabelle.

Doctor Charbanneau formerly served as the medical director for the Health departments in Liberty and Franklin counties.

He will officially begin work at the Carrabelle location on March the 1^st.

Weems also announced a new dietician to the hospital.

Erica Seska started work on February the 1^st.

Weems Said that she will begin free dietary classes for diabetics in the near future.

The hospital said it is also in negotiations to bring in a nurse practitioner and should have more information about that very soon.

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Come out and celebrate the new Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition featuring Franklin County

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Carrabelle Chamber of Commerce E-News

E-News for Feb. 10, 2012

Member News and Events:

ST. JAMES BAY GOLF RESORT

PRESENTS

PANHANDLE PLAYERS

“Murder at the Howard Johnson’s

FEBRUARY 10^th and 11th

DINNER AND PLAY AT THE FOUNTAIN ROOM OF ST JAMES BAY GOLF RESORT

BUFFET PREPARED BY THE CROOKED RIVER GRILL

CASH BAR

DINNER 6:30 PLAY 8:00

$29.95 for dinner and play** (does not include tax and gratuity on dinner)

(IF YOU HAVE SEASON TICKETS FOR THE PANHANDLE PLAYERS, PLEASE CALL AND MAKE DINNER RESERVATION)

SEATING LIMITED!!! CALL AND RESERVE TODAY!!

850-697-9507

Lynne Cooper, Event Coordinator

lynne@stjamesbay.com

www.stjamesbay.com

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HOG WILD BAR-B-Q
FRIDAY SPECIAL
LOW COUNTRY BOIL
$8.99
DOMESTIC BEER $1.50

IMPORT BEE $2.00

Call 697-2776

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The Beach Trader News:

The Beach Trader 1781 Highway 98 Offers 10% to all local customers. Just let Pam know you are local for the discount. Also, all children get free ice cream, no purchase necessary. Come on by and say Hello.

Carrabelle Medical Pharmacy

Valentines Day Special – Roses for Sale!

Carrabelle Medical Pharmacy will have a Dozen Red Roses for sale on Valentines Day for $40 per dozen.

Call 697-2766 for more information.

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Valentine’s Day Specials

Come Celebrate Valentine’s Day

The Crooked River Grill, St. James Bay

Tuesday, February 14^th

^{5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.}

^{The
following entrees are offered for your choice}

Piccata Grouper

Black Angus Rib Eye

Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallops

Filet Mignon topped with Crab Meat

$28.95

Chicken Alfredo Pasta** (all choices excluding vegetable sides)

$19.95

Soup or Salad

Sides of -

Vegetable Medley, Baked Potato, or Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Choice of appetizers:

Shrimp Cocktail or Mozzarella Moons

Choice of desserts:

Key Lime Pie or Sweetheart Special

All entrees are served with a glass of sparkling champagne

CALL FOR RESERVATIONS TODAY!!

850-697-5050

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Fish Camp Restaurant & Lounge

Valentine’s Day Specials

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Come one come all to and be Wined and Dined on the Beautiful Carrabelle River for a night to remember Valentine’s Day February, 14, 2012. Fish Camp Restaurant and lounge will be hosting a romantic dinner for all to enjoy with couples specials at prices that cannot be beat. Live Entertainment will be provided for your listening pleasure from 6-9 by KT and his magical music to set the mood for your elaborate dinner. We look forward to ensuring a night you and your Significant other will remember forever. Call for reservations and our Specialty Menu.

Call 850-720-1029 for Reservations

All Prices are for two (2) Entrees or per couple.

Carrabelle River Marina & Fish Camp Restaurant

275 Timber Island Rd, Carrabelle Florida Ph. 850-720-1029

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Valentine’s Day

Specialty Menu

Choice Steak with Shrimp $45

Choice Steak with Large Alaskan Snow Crab Cluster $55

Choice Steak with Cold Water Lobster Tail $65

*All entrees include Salad, Twice Baked Potato and a Complimentary glass of Champagne ,

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Old Carrabelle Hotel

Valentine's Day Getaway!

Stay with us Tuesday night, Feb 14 Valentine’s Day, and you’ll enjoy the ambience of a historic B & B on the Gulf coast. Take $20 off our regular summer rates, and choose your complimentary gift of champagne or chocolates!

Go to www.oldcarrabellehotel.com/reservations.asp, and make your room choice. Note in the comments box that you want the Valentine’s Special, and your choice of gift.

Best,

Kathy and Skip

Innkeepers

www.facebook.com/the.old.carrabelle.hotel

Reviews from guests:

http://www.iloveinns.com/bed_and_breakfasts/florida/oldcarrabellehotel.htm

http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g34121-d1509084-r118633212-The_Old_Carrabelle_Hotel-Carrabelle_Florida.html#UR118633212

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The Water Street Hotel

It's time to show your significant other just how much you care!

We know that"all you need is love " BUT a little chocolate, champagne, and a HEART-TO-HEART getaway won't hurt!

Throughout the month of February, add the Valentine’s Day package to a stay at the hotel for only an additional $60.

Arrangements must be made in advance. Call (850) 653-3700

Crooked River Grill at St. James Bay Golf Resort

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Mardis Gras Night

Wednesday, February 15^th

6:00 p.m. COSTUMES ENCOURAGED!!

$18 Includes choice of glass of house wine or domestic beer (does not include sales tax or gratuity)

Presented by guest chefs Sandy, Ivanhoe, Cliff

Shrimp Etouffee

Potato Corn Chowder

New Orleans Pralines

Salad and Desserts

Prize given for best male/female costume!

Call Crooked River Grill to get in on the fun and reserve your seat!

850-697-5050 or email lynne@stjamesbay.com

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City of Tallahassee News Release - Temporary Cold Night Shelter Open Saturday and Sunday Nights

Temporary Cold Night Shelter Open Saturday and Sunday Nights
With low temperatures forecasted to drop to near or below 35 degrees for three or more hours this weekend, Feb. 11-12, a team of area human service agencies, local government and the faith-based community will once again open the temporary cold night shelter.
Any adult male who needs temporary shelter from cold weather Saturday night, Feb. 11, and Sunday night, Feb. 12, should report to The Shelter at 480 West Tennessee St. The Shelter will arrange for transportation to the temporary cold night shelter. The temporary cold night shelter is located at the First Baptist Church, Christian Life Center, 108 West College Ave. The cold night shelter is coordinated by The Shelter. It opens at 9 p.m. and remains open overnight, closing the following morning at 6:45 a.m.
The temporary cold night shelter is open to adult males only. Women and families with children are advised to proceed to The Shelter, located at 480 W. Tennessee St.
StarMetro, the City of Tallahassee's mass transit system, will provide transportation between The Shelter on West Tennessee St. and the temporary location at First Baptist Church, when open. One trip is scheduled, with departure from The Shelter at 9 p.m. Adult males must pre-register at the Shelter by 7:45 p.m.; no walk-ins at the cold night shelter will be allowed. A return trip to The Shelter from the temporary location departs the following morning at 6:45 a.m. With moderating temperatures expected as of Monday, the temporary shelter location will be available only Saturday and Sunday nights.
Volunteers from the local faith-based community continue to provide assistance at the First Baptist Church location. Cots and blankets are being provided by the Capital Area Chapter of the American Red Cross. Security is maintained by staff from The Shelter.
For more information or for volunteer opportunities at the temporary shelter location, including donations of food, towels, other supplies and funding, please call The Shelter at (850) 224-8448 or 2-1-1 Big Bend by dialing 2-1-1 or (850) 617-6333.
Contact: Jon D. Brown, Leon County Community & Media Relations, (850) 606-5300; Bill Behenna, City of Tallahassee Communications, (850) 891-8533; or The Shelter, (850) 224-8448

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News from Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council

Press Release

February 10, 2012

Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council to Convene its Law Enforcement Advisory Panel

The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council will hold a meeting of its Law Enforcement Advisory Panel in conjunction with the Law Enforcement Committee of the Gulf States Marine Fisheries Commission. The meeting will convene at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 6, 2012, concluding no later than 5:00 p.m., and will be held at the Marriott Courtyard Gulfport Beachfront Hotel, 1600 East Beach Boulevard in Gulfport, Mississippi.

During its meeting, the Law Enforcement Advisory Panel, along the the Law Enforcement Committee of the Gulf States Marine Fisheries Commission will consider the status of recently completed amendments and other regulatory actions, as well as the scheduled completion of ongoing actions.

The two groups will also:

Discuss the National Center for Disaster Fraud/Gulf Coast
Review the status of Joint Enforcement Agreements and enforcement efforts
Consider holding a summer work session to develop a 2013-2016 Strategic Plan and a 2013-2014 Operations Plan
Discuss Gulf seafood trace and trip ticket enforcement
Receive reports of the state and federal members
Discuss other activities related to the Gulf States Marine Fisheries Commission's Inter-jurisdictional Fisheries Program and Law Enforcement Summary

The Law Enforcement Advisory Panel consists of principal law enforcement officers in each of the Gulf States, as well as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Law Enforcement, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the U.S. Coast Guard, and NOAA General Counsel for Law Enforcement.

Copies of the agenda and other related materials can be obtained by calling 813-348-1630, or by visiting www.gulfcouncil.org.

Although other non-emergency issues not on the agenda may come before the Panel for discussion, in accordance with the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, those issues may not be the subject of formal action during this meeting. Actions by the Law Enforcement Advisory Panel will be restricted to those issues identified in the agenda, and any issues arising after publication of this notice that require emergency action under Section 305(c) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, provided the public has been notified of the Councils' intent to take action to address the emergency.

This meeting is physically accessible to people with disabilities. Requests for sign language interpretation or other auxiliary aids should be directed to Kathy Pereira at the Council at least five working days prior to the meeting.

About Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council

The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council is one of eight regional Fishery Management Councils established by the Fishery Conservation and Management Act of 1976. The Council prepares fishery management plans, which are designed to manage fishery resources within the 200-mile limit of the Gulf of Mexico.