The Putnam Standard

Thursday, August 30, 2012

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FAT PATTY’S PLANS TO OPEN IN TEAYS VALLEY ON LABOR DAY. PAGE 6

Putnam women sentenced for AEP fraud scheme

State leaders gather at Business Summit

By Jack Bailey

STAFF REPORT CHARLESTON -- Three individuals, including two from Putnam County, were sentenced to federal prison Monday, Aug. 27, in connection with a scheme to obtain money by submitting fraudulent claims for power surge damage to American Electric Power Service Corp.

Lead defendant and former AEP property damage claims adjuster Deborah Farmer, 47, of Winfield, was sentenced to three years in prison.

Farmer previously pleaded guilty in April to conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud.

Farmer admitted she arranged the scheme and conspired with other individuals to unlawfully obtain money from the power company by submitting the fraudulent claims.

Co-defendant Julia Washington, 45, of Charleston, was sentenced to two years in prison.

Washington previously pleaded guilty in April to conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud.

A third defendant, Freda Bradshaw, 47, of Pliny, was sentenced to one year in prison (six months of which will be served on home confinement) and three years of supervised release.

Bradshaw previously pleaded guilty in April to conSEE SENTENCE ON PAGE 3

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WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS – More than 700 business leaders from throughout West Virginia gathered at The Greenbrier Resort beginning Wednesday for the annual West Virginia Business Summit.

Continuing through Friday, those attending the Summit heard a variety of presentations on issues that impact state businesses and the overall state economy.

West Virginia Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin opened the Summit on Wednesday saying that despite ill-advised policies from Washington D.C., and a sluggish worldwide economy, West Virginia's economy was still strong.

“Since I've taken office, dozens of companies have pledged to invest a total of $4.7 billion and create more than 6,000 new jobs,” Tomblin said.

“Global leaders like Williams, Macy's, Wheeling Nisshin, Gestamp, Toyota and Hino Motors have recognized the great things our state has to offer and

Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin speaks to those attending the annual West Virginia Business Summit Wednesday at The Greenbrier Resort. Photo by Jack Bailey set up shop or expanded here in West Virginia.”

Still, Tomblin acknowledged that there is more that needs to be done to continue to grow the state's economy.

“I am not satisfied with where West Virginia is right now,” Tomblin said. “Our agencies need to be better at the job they do. Our tax structure needs additional work. We will find ways

to improve our regulatory climate. Now that we have momentum on our side, it is time to really put forth the effort to SEE SUMMIT ON PAGE 3

Supreme Court candidates talk issues

By Chris Dickerson www.wvrecord.com

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS The four candidates for the state Supreme Court have made their pitches to West Virginia's corporate boardroom.

The quartet spoke Wednesday to attendees of the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce's An-

nual Meeting and Business Summit at The Greenbrier.

Democrat Tish Chafin addressed the forum first.

"I care deeply about West Virginia, and I want West Virginia to be competitive," she told the crowd.

She also talked about her time as president of the State Bar. She visited all 55 county court-

houses during her presidency.

"I heard a recurring theme," she said. "Everybody wants a balanced court that is fair, transparent and independent."

Democrat and incumbent Justice Robin Jean Davis spoke next.

"I'm the most senior member of our court, but I'm not the oldest," Davis said. "I've worked

with 13 different justices. I've seen it all. I've seen the court when it was highly divided, very political.

"I love my work. I love what I do for the state of West Virginia.

And I want desperately to keep my job."

Davis also cited the ChamSEE COURT ON PAGE 12

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Page 2 – August 27-31,2012 Reunion The descendants of Samuel H. and Martha Mynes Ashworth will be having their 28th Annual Reunion on September 12th starting at 11 am at Valley Wave Pool Park, shelter #1. For more information, call 304-727-4449.

Dog Swim!

Where: Valley Park Wave Pool When: September 3rd, 2012 Time: 6:30pm Donations accepted for new Animal Shelter.

All-you-can-eat Italian Feast There will be an all-you-caneat Italian Feast on September 8th from 5-6 p.m. and 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. sponsored by New Hope Animal Rescue at the Greenhouse of Teays Valley. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased in advance from the Paws and Shop Thrift Store or the Greenhouse of Teays Valley.

For more information call 304562-0300.

Coon Creek Reunion John Ginn Farm, September 1st, 12 p.m. Bring your favorite covered dish and join us!

Developmental Screening Putnam County Schools Developmental Screenings will be held on Friday, September 7, 2012 at the Teays Valley Presbyterian Church, Teays Valley Road. We will screen children ages 2-1/2 to 4 years for speech/language, hearing, vision, motor skills, social skills, self-help and cognition Please call 586-0500 ext 1154, to schedule an appointment.

Parking Lot Sale – Sept. 8th The annual Parking Lot Sale will be held Sept. 8, 2012 at Valley (Wave Pool) Park.

It’s that time of the year again to gather all the old clothes and unwanted items.

So, clear out your closets and bring your items to the parking lot sale held at the Wave Pool parking lot.

Call the Putnam County Parks

Community Calendar and Recreation office at 562-0518 ext. 10 and reserve a space for $15.00. Time is 8 – 2 p.m. (cancel if rain).

Putnam Farmers' Market to host Kids Day Celebration On Saturday September 8, 2012 the Putnam Farmers' Market will be hosting a Kids Day Celebration. Along with their usual variety of fresh local produce and goods for sale, there will be several Free activities, games and prizes for all ages of children. Inflatable jumping toys, an inflatable ball pit, face painting, cotton candy and carnival style games.

There will be a local specialty popcorn shop set up with several varieties of popcorn for sale and Sherry's Sweets will be there making their delicious ice cream. The Hurricane Fire Department will be bringing their SmokeHouse and the Putnam Farmers' Market will be having a children's version of "Chopped." (as seen on Food Network) The Putnam Farmers' Market it located at the Hurricane City Park. They are open from 3:30pm to 7:00pm on Tuesdays and 9:30am to 1:30pm on Saturdays.

Vendors sell a variety of items including seasonal produce, meats, jewelry, breads, jams/jellies, pottery, honey, flowers, other baked goods and much more. The Market is a wonderful way to buy local, support local farmers and purchase food that is safe for your family. Most of the vendors practice organic farming and several are approved with the Animal Welfare Approved program. You can visit the Putnam Farmers Markets Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/#!/p utnamfarmersmarket or website at http://putnamfarmersmarket.weebly.com/

Shifty Fifties Car Show A classic car show is coming to Valley Park in Hurricane, WV on September 16, 2012. Car enthusiasts are welcome to show off their automobiles by registering between 9:00a.m. and 1 p.m. The top 50 vehicles will receive an award. The first 100 cars entered into the judging will receive a

dash plaque. There will be 12 specials including best of show.

The Putnam County Convention and Visitors Bureau (PCCVB) co-sponsors the event with the Putnam County Parks and Recreation Commission (PCPRC). They have joined forces with Cliff Messer, a correspondent for the Golden Oldies Street Road Association, to help promote the car show. Mr. Messer has over 18 years of car show experience.

Awards for the car show will be presented at 4:00 p.m. and all proceeds from the event will go toward more PCCVB and PCPRC events. For more information please call 304-562-0518 ext. 10 or 304-562-0727 ext. 102.

4-H Frozen Food Sale Do you know that you can get the best buys on frozen fruits, meat, vegetables, and appetizers while at the same time support the Putnam County 4-H program?

The Putnam County 4-H Leaders Association, in cooperation with Wilson’s Zero Foods, is now taking orders for the Fall “truckload” frozen food sale. Everything from chicken breasts to stir fry vegetables, or Belgian Waffles to blackberries is available at super prices. Even at the lowest prices around, the 4-H program still makes a profit which is used for camp scholarships for children, 4-H Leaders’ enrichment trainings, and other 4-H club program supplies.

The order forms for the bulk pack frozen foods are available at the WVU Extension Office located on the second floor of the Courthouse in Winfield or from any 4H club member of leader. Orders are being accepted through Friday, September 7, 2012. No payment is due until Wednesday, September 19, 2012, when you pick up your food order right off the truck in the Courthouse parking lot in Winfield. You will receive a “reminder” phone call. A check made payable to “Putnam County 4-H Leaders Association” for the amount of your order will be collected at the truck between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. when you pick up your order.

Please get a frozen food order form, fill it out, send the order to the 4-H office, stock your freezer for the busy Fall and Winter months ahead, and support the 4-H organization!

Twelve percent of the total sales go directly to support our local 4H program.

For more information, please call the WVU Extension 4-H Office at 304-586-0217.

Hamlin High School, Class of 1962 Reunion Friday, September 7, 3:30 pm Tour of Hamlin Middle School (formerly Hamlin High) and 4:15 pm, Tour of Lincoln High School.

(Optional)…

6-9 pm Lincoln County High Commons Area, general get-together; bring your own food/snacks and soft drinks. The last hour, music and singing will be provided by Lonnie Adkins and his Roadrunner Band.

Saturday, September 8, 1-4 pm there will be a luncheon and other activities at Tascali’s Decades Restaurant (open menu.). Tascali's is located on US Route 60, Barboursville, River Place Plaza.

Hunter Education Class Red House UBI Church is hosting a hunter education class which is being conducted by the WV DNR. This is for children at least 10 years of age and who want to get a hunting license.

New hunters are required to complete this course prior to getting a hunting license.

Class will be held on Saturday, September 8 from 9am to 5 pm and Sunday September 9 from 1 pm to 5:30 pm at the Red House UBI Church.

All participants must preregister with the WV DNR at 304-7590703.

Red House UBI Church is located 1 mile south of the Winfield Bridge on Route 62.

Chris Cozen to conduct workshop at Main Street Studio Mark your calendar now! Chris Cozen – Golden Artist will be conducting a workshop on Golden Acrylics, Fluid Acrylics, Mediums and Gels… etc on September 7th, 8th and 9th. This will be a handson workshop with demonstration and material education. A finished project is not the goal for this workshop, but rather an understanding of the paints and mediums Golden offers.

For more information, call Terry at the Studio - 304-9821522.

Beginning Digital Photography Class Putnam County Parks & Recre-

The Putnam Standard ation Commission is hosting a photography class instructed by Laura Moul. Classes will be held in the Commons of Putnam County by the Wave Pool for three consecutive Tuesday’s Sept. 4th, 11th, & 18th, 2012 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

For more information or to register please contact Laura at 7438281 or call the Park office at 304-562-0518 ext. 10. You may also register on her link at www.lovehappinessphoto.com.

Margaret Denison Fall Nature Walks Farewell to Summer walk will be held on Saturday, September 8, 2012 at Kanawha State Forest.

Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with walks beginning at 9:00 a.m. (near swimming pool).

Wildflowers, Fungi, Birds, Pond/Aquatic Life, Trees and so much more!

Nature Photography – bring your own camera.

There will be an auto tour for limited ability walkers.

Cost: Adults - $5; Children - $2.

Barbecues & drinks will be for sale.

Need more information? Call 304-925-2771 or Forest Office a 304-558-3500.

Sponsored by: Kanawha State Forest; Assisted by: Mary Ingles Trailblazers, DNR, Handlan Chapter Brooks Bird Club, and Master Naturalists.

Putnam County History in Pictures The Putnam County Historical Society (Upper Vandalia Historical Society) founded in 1961 by Ivan Hunter and William D. Wintz, is pleased to announce that due to the overwhelming success (reprinted five times since January 2012) the publication of “We Love To Tell The Stories,” a pictorial history of the county, we will be publishing Volume II in the very near future.

If you have pictures that relate to the history of Putnam County that were not published in Volume I, please contact Pamela Pierce-Sims at 304-415-8359 or President Cheryl Wintz Withrow at 304-760-2121. We are looking for pictures that tell the stories of the people who made a difference in their life-time, families, events, businesses, churches, schools, and places of interest relating to the communities of Putnam County. The cost for Volume II will also be $15.

If you have not purchased Volume I and desire a copy, contact us. The books are still available in Hurricane at Beth’s Massage, Town Hall, CAMC Teays Valley Hospital Gift Shop. In Scott Depot at Kitchens Unlimited, Crede Lawn and Tractor, Teays Valley Hardware, and Shamblin Stone.

In Winfield at Kuhl’s Sporting Goods. In Buffalo at The Buffalo Diner.

In Teays at WV Hobby at Liberty Square.

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SUMMIT FROM PAGE 1 make our state shine.”

Tomblin said that it is time to continue reforming the state's legal system.

“As with every other aspect of government, we must make sure that our legal system is not out of step with other states,” the governor said. “So whether it is an intermediate court of appeals, medical monitoring, case management, interest rates on appeal, deliberate intent causes of action, or limits on when final paychecks must be made, I am committed to working with you to bring everyone to the table and find solutions to improve our legal system.”

Tomblin said that he would also continue to fight against the federal EPA and its regulations, which have had an adverse impact on the state's coal industry.

“I believe in the production of coal, its value to our country, and I will continue to do everything that I can to fight the EPA and the Obama Administration.

Coal is an integral part of the fabric of our state. And I plan on

keeping it that way. We have already won four court battles against the EPA, and more are on the way.”

Following Tomblin's speech, U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., also spoke to those attending the Business Summit.

Manchin spoke about the problems facing the country and in turn the state of West Virginia.

“The debt of this nation is the greatest threat that we face,” said Manchin. “It grows $5 billion a day, every day, seven days a week. We have to come to grips with this.”

Manchin said that if something is not done, then Social Security and Medicaid would not survive into the future.

Manchin said that the nation must also create a comprehensive energy policy that includes coal.

“That is really where I have the most difference with this administration,” Manchin said referring to the Obama administration. “Their lack of a

commitment to an independent energy policy.”

Manchin said that 8 billion tons of coal continue to be

burned each year in the world and that coal should continue to play an important role in the nation's overall energy production.

“Coal is still being used and being used heavily,” Manchin said. “We haven't given up. We will continue to fight in court.”

SENTENCE FROM PAGE 1

per fraudulent claim, were mailed to the defendants at various times between March 2009 and March 2010.

Farmer and Washington recruited other people into the scheme in exchange for a “cut” of the claims checks.

A total of 57 fraudulent claims were filed resulting in a loss of approximately $598,485.

The final restitution figure was slightly lowered to account for some offsets that were uncovered in the course of the investigation, and one scam participant settling with AEP in the civil suit filed in Putnam County.

At sentencing, the Court also ordered Farmer and Washington to pay $558,412.36 in restitution, jointly and severally with each other.

Defendant Freda Bradshaw was ordered to pay $115,639.07 in restitution.

Defendant Jonathan Shaffer was ordered to pay $44,929 in restitution.

Defendant Bryan Javins was ordered to pay $20,945 in restitution and defendant Janette Boggs was ordered to pay $25,724.57 in restitution, with a $5,000 down payment due in 20 days.

All defendants were placed on payment plans.

Judge Copenhaver stated during the sentencing of defendant Deborah Farmer that he was shocked at the “ease in which more than 30 people were recruited into this fraudulent scheme.” The court continued that Farmer spent a considerable amount of time

“assailing the treasury of AEP” and “acting with abandon until the scheme ended in March 2010.”

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the United States

Postal Inspection Service and the West Virginia State Police conducted the investigation.

Assistant United States Attorney Erik S. Goes handled the prosecution.

spiracy to commit mail and wire fraud.

Four other co-defendants involved in the conspiracy were also sentenced for their roles in the conspiracy: Jonathan Shaffer, 32, of Charleston, was sentenced to eight months of home confinement with electronic monitoring. Tiffany Shaffer, 24, of Poca, was sentenced to four months of home confinement with electronic monitoring. Bryan P. Javins, 33, of Nitro, was sentenced to four months of home confinement with electronic monitoring.

Jeanette Boggs, 58, also of Nitro, was sentenced to four months of home confinement with electronic monitoring.

These four defendants also received five years of probation once their sentences have been discharged.

A two-year investigation revealed that false claims were filed with AEP related to phony power surge damage to homes.

These claims were submitted

by Deb Farmer.

Claims checks, ranging from $2,000 to as much as $25,000

U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin speaks to the West Virginia Business Summit. Photo by Jack Bailey

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Manufacturers talk about doing business in West Virginia

By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS – In the midst of slow, and at times, no economic growth in recent years, manufacturers in West Virginia have been hit particularly hard a panel representing the state's manufacturing industry told Business Summit participants last week.

Beri Fox, president of Marble King, said that the number of people directly employed in manufacturing operations in West Virginia has dropped to

about 50,000 people in recent years.

To put that in perspective, she asked those attending the panel discussion to envision Mountaineer Field in Morgantown.

“Every person employed in manufacturing in West Virginia today could fit in the stadium and there would still be 12,000 empty seats left,” Fox said.

“That's all we have left.”

Fox's company is located in Paden City and is one of only two companies left in the United States that manufactures marbles.

She said that her business, like many manufacturers, has been impacted by China which heavily subsidizes its manufacturers.

Fox said that the United States needs a fair trade act to take into account subsidized imports.

Tim Duke, president and CEO of Huntington's Steel of West Virginia Co., said that there were both positives and negatives for his company to operate in West Virginia.

He said that reliable, affordable energy was one plus, as was the steel makers location to

business last year. But after reworking her business model, and modifying her loans with her financial backers, good things are now happening for the salsa maker that started in 1993.

Hildebrand said that her production capacity will soon go from 2,000 jars a day to 4,000 jars a day, and that her company had recently been approved to sell in all 46 Kroger stores in West Virginia.

“We have turned challenges into opportunities,” Hildebrand said.

Marshall University.

He also gave the state credit for reforming its worker's compensation system and bringing those costs down in recent years.

However, he criticized the state's legal system, calling it a “tort hell,” and was also critical of the influence of labor unions in West Virginia.

“It should be a right to work state,” he said.

Blue Smoke Salsa maker Robin Hildebrand of Ansted, said that market conditions had almost forced her to close her

Putnam Farmers Market second in national online vote HURRICANE – The Putnam Farmers Market is currently in second place in the country in an online contest sponsored by the American Farmland Trust to identify America's Favorite Farmers Markets.

As of Thursday, Aug. 30, the Putnam Farmers Market was the second leading vote getter in the country in the small market category.

The Botanical Gardens of the Ozarks Farmers Market in Fayetteville, Arkansas, was first in the small market category.

The small market category is for markets with 15 or fewer vendors.

Voting in the 2012 America's Favorite Farmers Markets contest began June 22 and will continue until midnight eastern time on Sept. 3.

The goal of American Farmland Trust’s fourth annual America’s Favorite Farmers Markets contest is to highlight the role that farmers markets play in keeping family farmers on the land.

The summer long contest is a

nationwide challenge to see which markets can rally the most votes from their customers.

At the end of the contest, four winning markets—one small, one medium, one mid-size, and one large—will receive the title of America’s Favorite Farmers Market for 2012.

The winning markets will be featured in the media and will be honored at local celebrations organized by American Farmland Trust.

For more information about

3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesdays and 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays.

For more information visit the Market's website at www.putnamfarmersmarket.weebly.com.

In addition to the website, the Putnam Farmers' Market also has a Facebook page that you can like to receive regular updates.

For more information, contact the Market by phone at (304) 300-8995 or by e-mail at Putnam_Farmers_Market@mail.co m.

the America’s Favorite Farmers Markets contest or to vote, visit www.votemyfarmersmarket.org.

Last year, the Putnam Farmers Market was recognized in the America's Favorite Farmers Markets contest as the best in West Virginia, while finishing among the 20 top Farmers Markets in the country in the boutique category.

The Putnam Farmer's Market is open this season on Tuesdays and Saturdays through the month of October.

The Market hours this year are

Annual Putnam County 4-H Frozen Food sale now under way SUBMITTED ARTICLE WINFIELD -- The Putnam County 4-H Leaders Association, in cooperation with Wilson’s Zero Foods, is now taking orders for the Fall “truck-load” frozen food sale.

Everything from chicken breasts to stir fry vegetables, or

Belgian Waffles to blackberries are available.

Even at the lowest prices around, the 4-H program still makes a profit which is used for camp scholarships for children, 4-H Leaders’ enrichment trainings, and other 4-H club program supplies.

The order forms for the bulk pack frozen foods are available at the WVU Extension Office located on the second floor of the Courthouse in Winfield or from any 4-H club member of leader.

Orders are being accepted through Friday, Sept. 7, 2012.

No payment is due until

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You will receive a “reminder” phone call.

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Twelve percent of the total sales go directly to support local 4-H programs.

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Leaders’ Association seeking Putnam County Future 4-H’er SUBMITTED ARTICLE WINFIELD -- If you, or someone you know, are expecting a baby sometime around the first full week of October, your “new arrival” could be honored as this year’s Putnam County future 4-H’er!

The Putnam County Leaders’ Association, in celebration of National 4-H Week, October 613, 2012, will be showering the first Putnam County Baby born on or after Oct. 6, 2012 with

gifts.

This will mark the 21st year of recognizing a “Future 4H’er.”

To be eligible, the “October baby” must be pre-registered with the Putnam County 4-H Office by calling 304-586-0217 or e-mailing Elizabeth.Baldwin @mail.wvu.edu.

The baby and family must reside in Putnam County, and the parents must be willing to allow photos to be taken for publicity

when the baby is “showered” with gifs from 4-Hers.

The “Future 4-H’er” will receive a layette full of gifts donated by members of the local Putnam County 4-H Clubs.

Happy Birthday to our past years’ “Future 4-H’ers” : oneyear-old Wyatt Austin Dolin (2011), two-year-old Levi Magaw(2010), year-old Robert William Grant (2009), fouryear-old Larissa Cary Foster (2008), five-year-old Noah Sav-

illa (2007), six-year-old Payton Hudnall (2006), five-year-old Tyler Fleming (2005), eightyear-old Emma Grace Skaggs (2004), nine-year-old Luke Harris Gibson (2003), 10-year-old Hannah Casto (2002), 11-yearold David Joel (2001),12-yearold Zane Lanham (2000), 13year-old Megan Hollie Bowles (1999), 14-year-old Corey Edward Tucker (1998), 15-year-old Joshua Perry Somerville (1997), 16-year-old Jeremy Harris

(1996), 17-year-old Charlotte “Charlie” Mabie (1995), 18year-old Tasha Lynn Theverin (1994), 19-year-old Caitlyn Nichole Lett (1993) and 20-yearold Christian Gregory Corns (1992).

Be sure to contact the 4-H (586-0217 or Office Elizabeth.Baldwin@mail.wvu.e du) to register your baby (who is due to arrive around the 6th13th of October) to be the Putnam County Future 4-H’er.

Putnam County Schools breakfast and lunch menus Putnam County Schools – Menu – August/September 2012 Thursday, August 30: Cinnamon Toast, Oatmeal LUNCH: SPAGHETTI W/MEATSAUCE, Romaine Garden Salad, Steamed Broccoli, Fresh Apple, Wheat Roll, Milk Friday, August 31: Chicken & Biscuit

LUNCH: BEEF SOFT TACO’S, Cheese/Lettuce/Tomato, Refried Beans, Mandarin Oranges, Milk Monday, September 3: NO SCHOOL - LABOR DAY HOLIDAY Tuesday, September 4: Mini Pancakes LUNCH: BREADED CHICKEN STRIPS, Mashed Po-

tatoes, Honey Carrot Coins, Corn Muffin, Fresh Kiwi, Milk Wednesday, September 5: Scrambled Eggs, Canadian Bacon/Toast LUNCH: HOT DOG W/SAUCE, Cole Slaw, Potato Wedges, Strawberries & Bananas, Milk Thursday, September 6: MVP Breakfast, Yogurt

LUNCH: PEPPERONI ROLL, Sugar Snap Peas, Romaine Garden Salad, Fresh Grapes, Frozen Fruit Shape Up, Milk

ASSORTED CEREAL/JUICE/FRESH FRUIT/YOGURT/WW TOAST/MILK

Friday, September 7: Waffle Sticks w/Syrup LUNCH: PORK BBQ ON A BUN, Baked Beans, Broccoli & Cauliflower w/Dip, Warm Sliced Apples, Milk

DAILY LUNCH CHOICES – ASSORTED FRESH FRUITS/VEGETABLES ON THE SALAD BAR MENU ITEMS ARE ALWAYS SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.

DAILY BREAKFAST CHOICES

Attorney General issues warning over telephone scam CHARLESTON -- West Virginia Attorney General Darrell McGraw is warning consumers of a telephone scam which preys on consumers who misdial common toll-free numbers.

The Consumer Protection Division received reports that consumers attempted to call Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack and Resort in Chester, WV, but instead reached a sales agent offering special deals on travel packages, gift cards, and other products, for a small fee payable by credit card. Consumers repeatedly asked whether the offers were affiliated with Mountaineer,

but the fraudsters avoided the subject and never denied affiliation. Learning about the calls, Mountaineer realized that consumers had misdialed the correct number by only one digit.

McGraw warns consumers to be wary of anyone who asks for credit card information over the telephone. It is always prudent to double check the identity of those on the telephone before giving out personal information, even in situations where the consumer has placed the call.

Scams like this can happen to anyone and it is destructive when personal information is given to

the wrong person, McGraw stated. Be alert and cautious when revealing credit card, Social Security, and account numbers.

This can be used to steal your identity, potentially harming

your credit record for years.

If you believe you may have been the victim of this scam, contact the Attorney General s Consumer Protection Division immediately. To report a scam or

file a complaint, West Virginians can reach the Attorney General s Office online at www.wvago.gov or by calling the Consumer Protection Hotline at 1-800-3688808.

August Birthdays!

Happy Birthday to ALL Bill Whitt Diane Black Michael Lemley Jason Daniel Black Rickey L. Reynolds Delbert H. Sowards Robert Summers Kelly D. Swann Thomas H. Swick Robert J. Tabor Jr. Bob Sargent Nada Cartwright Natalie Tarr Bruce H. Thomas Anne B. Turman Darrell L. Waggoner Rosetta M. Ward Jackie M. Whitt

If you - or someone you know will be celebratrating a birthday in the coming months...

Call 304-743-6731 and give us their name - OR just email the information to trudyblack@theputnamstandard.com

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Fat Patty’s planning to open Labor Day

By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

TEAYS VALLEY – The new Teays Valley location of Fat Patty's is planning to open on Labor Day, Sept. 3.

Owner Clint Artrip said that he was excited to open the new Teays Valley location of his popular restaurant chain because Putnam County is a growing area and he sees a bright future here.

“A lot of people from Putnam County come to our Barboursville location,” Artrip said, “And they are always asking me when I was going to put a restaurant in Putnam County.”

The new Teays Valley Fat Patty's is located in the former Shoney's location, adjacent to Interstate 64.

Workers have spent the past few months remaking the former Shoney's building into a green and white mecca for ca-

sual dining fair.

“We are known for our specialty burgers, but we feature a full menu,” Artrip said. “We have 18 different salads. Our salads are awesome. We have wraps, wings, and a full menu of appetizers.”

The specialty burgers run the gamut from the Pretzel Patty, a half-pound patty with American cheese served on a pretzel bun, to The Vampire Killer, which is a half-pound burger “with enough garlic to kill Dracula himself.”

Other popular burgers include the Big Fat Patty, a 12ounce monster burger with all the fixings, The Born on the Bayou, a half-pound patty blackened with Cajun spices, sautéed onions and peppers and melted provolone cheese; and the Luau Cow, a halfpound patty served Hawaiian style topped with grilled ham, provolone cheese and pineapple. Most burgers are priced at

$6.99 and come with chips and a pickle.

Artrip said that he changes his Fat Patty's menu every four months to bring in new entrees and appetizers.

“We try to have something for everyone,” he said.

The restaurant will feature half price appetizers daily from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Some of the appetizers include nachos, a pound-ofwings, chicken strips, buffalo popcorn shrimp, cheese dippers, bacon cheddar fries, and for those who can't decide a Patty Sampler platter. Most appetizers are priced in the $4.99 to $6.95 range.

The restaurant has seating for 180 people, which Artrip called the perfect size for a restaurant of its type.

Fat Patty's only takes reservations for parties of 10 or more.

However, for larger parties, the new Teays Valley location does

offer a special room for privacy.

The inside of the new Teays Valley location bears little resemblance to its days as a Shoney's. The interior has been completely made over, and a large custom built bar takes up one wall. The bar will serve a wide variety of draft and bottle beer as well as wine and cocktails.

The building itself has also been expanded, adding a new enclosed patio seating area.

Throughout the restaurant are 17 large, flat screen TVs, where patrons will be able to watch football, or other events of the day.

Wall decorations were still going up last week, but Artrip said that he intends to feature both Marshall and WVU items in the restaurant, as well as decorations highlighting Putnam County's high schools.

The entrance to the restaurant has also been made over and now features a large wait-

ing area in addition to an area displaying Fat Patty's merchandise for sale with its distinctive “Fat Patty's Bite This!” logo.

Shirts, hats and other items are all available for sale.

The first Fat Patty's opened in 2007 in Huntington. Other locations can be found in Barboursville and in Ashland, Ky. Approximately 70 people will work at the new Fat Patty's location in Teays Valley. Artrip said that he is still hiring to fill all positions. Anyone interested in applying should stop by the new location in person, he said.

Fat Patty's will be open seven days a week. Its hours will be 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Monday thru Saturday and noon to 1 a.m. on Sunday.

Fat Patty's will also offer take out service.

For more information, visit Fat Patty's online at www.fatpattysonline.com, or call the new Teays Valley location at (304) 757-5000.

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The Putnam Standard LONNIE DAREL CAMPBELL HELEN MARIE CARTER DORIS JEAN CUNNINGHAM JOAN LEIDY DAVIS TRACE MICHAEL GIBBS PHILLIP S. JOHNSON VELLA MAE KITTS RAYMOND E. MARTIN JR. EDWARD A. MEES DAVID C. PARKS HELEN HOPE PEAL DINAH LOUISE PLANT HARRY ALEX RACZOK BILLY E. REID SR. REBECCA ANN ROMERO JULIAN "RED" SHAFFER EVERETT O. "BUTCH" SHRADER JR. BONNIE LOU STRAIGHT RAYMOND MITCHELL TABOR PHYLLIS FRANCES TERRY JON VINEYARD

LONNIE DAREL CAMPBELL Lonnie Darel Campbell, 76, of Culloden, W.Va., passed away Tuesday, August 21, 2012, at St. Mary's Medical Center.

Funeral services were conducted Thursday, August 23, 2012, at Wallace Funeral Home, Milton, by Rev. O.F. Adkins. Burial followed in Culloden Cemetery.

He was born January 7, 1936, in Hurricane, W.Va., a son of the late Clayton Campbell and Emma Jane Garrett Campbell. He was also preceded in death by his sisters Hazel, Bonnie and Faye; and brothers Harold, Ronnie and Carlton.

He was a member of Culloden United Baptist Church.

He is survived by his wife Rosie Mae Thornton Campbell; one daughter and son-in-law Connie and Dewain Bledsoe of Culloden; two sons and daughters-in-law, Darel and Terry Campbell of Culloden, and Lee and Brenda Campbell of Hurricane; six grandchildren, Stacey, Brent, Nikki, Justin, Brandon and Brooke; and three great-grandchildren, Gracie, Brandie and Maddy.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.

HELEN MARIE CARTER Helen Marie Carter, 84, of Scott Depot passed away August 18, 2012, after a long illness.

She was a loving mother, and grandmother and a lifelong resident of Kanawha County.

Helen was preceded in the death by her loving husband, John "Junior" Carter.

Survivors include her children, Ron Carter and wife, Jeannie, of Sissonville, Rick Carter and wife, Doris, of Jarrell, Texas, Pastor Randy Carter and wife, Peggy, of Nitro, Robin Hammack and husband, John, of Scott Depot, with whom she made her home, and Tiny Carter and wife, Lena, of South Charleston; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; six step-grandchildren; seven step-great-grandchildren; and three step-great-great-

grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, August 21, 2012, at Cunningham-Parker-Johnson Funeral Home with service provided by her son, Pastor Randy Carter. Burial followed in John Beane Cemetery, Sissonville.

The family wishes to express sincere thanks to Doretta, Diane and staff of Hubbard Hospice House West.

The family suggests donations are made in Helen's memory to Hubbard Hospice House West at Thomas Memorial Hospital, 4605 MacCorkle Ave. SW, South Charleston, WV 25309.

The family will accept memorial online condolences at: cpjfuneralhome.com.

Cunningham-Parker-Johnson Funeral Home assisted the Carter family.

DORIS JEAN CUNNINGHAM Doris Jean Cunningham of St. Albans passed on to her heavenly home on August 19, 2012, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Doris was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Blanche O'Brien; her husband, Paul Cunningham; sister, Virginia Lee Walker; brother, Eddie O'Brien; and son-in-law, Ned Schroeder.

She is survived by her daughters, Patsy Brown (David) of Chesterfield, Va., Linda Cunningham of Pittsburgh, Pa., and Judy Cunningham of Nitro; grandsons, Eric Brown of Alexandria Va., Travis Brown of Chesterfield, Va., and Brian Schroeder of Pittsburgh, Pa.; sister, Dorma Castano of Tucson, Ariz.; and brother, George O'Brien (Judy) of Hurricane; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Doris recently retired as treasurer/manager of Members Choice WV Federal Credit Union with 42 years of service. Doris was also very active at both the local and state credit union level.

In 1975, she was elected to the board of directors to the Kanawha Valley Chapter of Credit Unions and served for many years as the chapter's president.

In 1990, she was elected by the Kanawha Valley Chapter to serve as their representative on the board of the WV Credit Union League, a position she held until earlier this year. During the 22 years, she served at the state level, she was elected and served as chairman two years, then was elected and served as treasurer for the past 14 years. In 1992, Doris received the William Bryan Hawkins Award, which is the League's highest award recognizing outstanding service as a volunteer. She also served as a Board Member of WV Central Credit Union and WV Corporate Credit Union, both located in Parkersburg, Doris also was a member of Highlawn Baptist Church in St. Albans.

Services were held Wednesday, August 22, at Highlawn Baptist

Church with the Rev. Mark Stauffer officiating. Entombment followed at Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.curryfuneralhome.org.

Doris requested that donations are made to Highlawn Baptist Church, 2304 Jefferson Ave., St. Albans, WV 25177. Or, donations may be made to HospiceCare, 1606 Kanawha Blvd., W., Charleston, WV 25387.

JOAN LEIDY DAVIS Joan Leidy Davis, 81, of St. Albans, passed away Thursday, August 16, 2012, at Dunbar Care and Rehabilitation.

Born August 17, 1930, in Frankfort, Ky., Joan was the daughter of the late Charles Porter and Vivian Steele Leidy.

She was a 1948 graduate of her beloved Charleston High School and a 1952 graduate of McMillian School of Nursing in Charleston.

She retired as a registered nurse with 42 years of service from Thomas Memorial Hospital and McMillian Hospital. She worked in the OB newborn nursery at Thomas Memorial Hospital, where she had the pleasure of seeing her grandson born. She was the band nurse, traveling with the St. Albans High School band. She was a member of Highlawn Presbyterian Church, St Albans; a Cincinnati Reds and Pete Rose fan; and loved the Mountaineers and Pittsburgh Steelers.

She is survived by her husband, Donald M. Davis; daughter, Jana Donel (Jerry) Dawson of Poca; son, Charles Preston (Martha) Davis of High Ridge, Mo.; brother, Charles Leidy of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; and one grandchild, Nicholas Andrew Dawson of Charleston.

Funeral services were held Monday, August 20, at BartlettChapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, with Pastor Nancy Didway officiating. Burial followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

You may share memories or condolences with the family at www.bartlettchapmanfuneralhome.com.

The family would like to thank the staff at Dunbar Care and Rehabilitation and especially Shannon Sheets, RN, and Jesse Jackson, CNA, for their loving care and devotion to Joan, as well as Lisa Daughtry and Barbara Jackson.

TRACE MICHAEL GIBBS Trace Michael Gibbs went to be with the Lord on Monday, August 13, 2012, as he slept peacefully in bed.

His bright smile captured the hearts of everyone he met since he was born on March 6, 2012.

He is survived by his loving mother, Amanda Stone Gibbs, and adoring brother, Derek Todd Gibbs. He is also dearly loved by

August 27-31,2012 – Page 7 his grandparents, Mike and Tina Stone of Foster; great-grandmothers, Edna Stone of Uneeda and Mary Hastings of Dry Branch; aunt, Janna, and uncle, Jason Petry, of St. Albans; uncle, James Stone of Florida; greataunt, Barbara Stone of Madison; great-aunt and uncle, Toni and Joe Boyd of Paint Creek; and cousins, Richard and Janet Shepard of Dry Branch and Ryan Joe Boyd of Morgantown.

Services were held Thursday, August 16, at Handley Funeral Home, Danville, with Richard F. Shepherd officiating. Burial followed in Danville Memorial Park, Danville.

You may express your condolences to the family at www.handleyfh.com.

PHILLIP S. JOHNSON Phillip S. Johnson, 61, of Lick Creek Road, Hurricane, entered into his eternal rest on Saturday, August 18, 2012, at home surrounded by his family and loved ones after a long battle with colon cancer.

He had a long career in mine electrical sales and controls automation and was employed by State Electric, McJunkin, Wesco and most recently Advanced Controls & Distribution in Elkview. He was well respected in his field and truly loved his work.

He was an avid outdoorsman and loved spending time with family and friends fishing and hunting at the family camp in Durbin on the Greenbrier River.

He was preceded in death by his father, William W. Johnson; and his grandparents, Everette and Ada McCallister and Hugh and Alta Johnson; and stepgrandmother, Rosetta Johnson.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Rosi (Sumner) Johnson; his mother, Fay Johnson; two daughters, Christy (Chris) Matuszkiewicz and Tammie

Johnson; two sisters, Karen Racer (David Chaney) and Pam (Richard) Harper; one grandchild, Alex Matuszkiewicz, all of Hurricane; as well as a large and loving extended family of precious in-laws, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

The family would like to thank Dr. Bir and the staff of HIMG in Huntington for their constant supportive care and to Dr. Clinton Sloan, Indian Fork and Fairview Primitive Baptist Churches, Mt. Moriah Baptist Church and Jim McGhee for their spiritual and emotional care during the time we needed you most.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, August 21, at Allen Funeral Home, Hurricane, with Elder Lewis Johnson, Elder Harold Johnson and Jim McGhee officiating. Burial followed in Mt. Moriah Baptist Church Cemetery in Hurricane.

The family suggests a donation to Mt. Moriah Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, Rt. 3, Box 98, Hurricane, WV 25526.

Please visit allenfuneralhomewv.com to share memories and condolences.

VELLA MAE KITTS Vella Mae Kitts of Hurricane, formerly of North Matewan, departed this life on Saturday, August 18, 2012.

The daughter of the late Sylvanus and Rosa Mae Norris, Vella was born in Ashland, N.C., on February 20, 1926.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Oren P. Kitts; and her only sister, LaVonne Pennington. Survivors include a brother, Shelton (Joyce) Norris of Creston, N.C.; three sons, Donald (Lois) of Pikeville, Ky.; Gene (Kathy) of Charleston, and Sam (Lenora) of St. Louis, Mo. Vella was very proud of her grandsons, Gerrit (Meredith) and Josh

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Page 8 – August 27-31,2012 (Sara); and her granddaughters, Megan (Ricky) Cremeans, Alexandra Kitts and Jessica (Jared) Branham, but her two great-granddaughters Anneka and Jaryn, put a special sparkle in her eyes. Her first great-grandson, Nathaniel, is expected in September.

She spent much of her early life in Majestic, Ky., after her father moved his family there in search of employment during the Great Depression. A young man from Bluefield came to Majestic with his family for the same reason. Vella and Oren met and grew up together in the little eastern Kentucky coal town.

After graduation from Phelps High School and with the onset of World War II, Vella went to work in Columbus, Ohio, and Oren went off to war in Europe.

With the end of the war, both came home to resume their interrupted romance. Married on January 31, 1947, in Pikeville, Ky., they soon moved to North Matewan, where they made their home and raised their boys.

Vella was a wonderful homemaker and a frugal wife, always seeming to come up with the funds for Oren's favorite time of year, miner's vacation. A 1965 trip to New York City to visit the World's Fair was one of their many adventures.

The sudden death of Oren in 1974 changed her world, but Vella's strong faith and her love for her family sustained her. Vella was a devout member of the Matewan Missionary Baptist Church, where she was baptized in 1951. She touched countless lives as a teacher and leader in the church and through her other community activities such as Woman's Club, PTA and scouting.

Vella was a resident of Broadmore Senior Living in Hurricane since 2010, where she loved and was loved by the staff and the many friends she made there.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, August 21, at Matewan Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Don Matney presiding with assistance from Pastor Carl Butler. Interment followed at the Mountain View Memory Gardens at Maher.

Contributions to the Matewan Missionary Baptist Church are suggested.

Arrangements were under the direction of Chambers Funeral Home in Matewan.

RAYMOND E. MARTIN JR. Raymond E. Martin Jr., 50, of Pliny passed away on Friday, August 17, 2012, at Thomas Memorial Hospital from complications related to pneumonia and generalized infections causing multisystem organ failure.

Born December 17, 1961, in South Charleston, he was the son of Dixie White Martin of Pliny and the late Raymond E. Martin Sr., whom he dearly loved. He was also preceded in death by his grandparents, Walter and Glenva Martin and Eban and Edna White.

In addition to his mother, surviving are his children, Jason and Samantha Martin of Milton, and their children, Brianna, Alec and Cooper; Walter and Courtney Martin of Leon, and their children, McKinzey, Zachery and Nattlie; Rebecca Martin and Nick Luikart of Buffalo and their children, Savannah, Trenton and Ryan; and Matthew and Brittany Martin of Barboursville. Also surviving are his sisters, Vicky and Mike Rader of Pliny and their children, Elijah and Jessica, Joni Martin of Pliny; mother of his children, Kathy Martin; aunts and uncles, Janet and Rick Fisher, Delena Howery, Delores Russell, Clayton and Rita White, Darlin and Keith Thornton, Doug and Pat White, Rich and Brenda White, June and Dave Hesson, Nicky White, Ralph and Violet White; as well as many cousins.

Services were held Tuesday, August 21, 2012, at Mount Union United Methodist Church, Pliny, with Pastor Rick Waller and the Rev. Mike Tucker officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Online condolences may also be made by visiting www.chapmanfuneralhomes.com.

Memorial contributions may be made to the church cemetery fund, in care of Lester Fellure, 10492 Jerry's Run Road, Apple Grove, WV 25502.

Chapman Funeral Home, Winfield, was in charge of arrangements.

EDWARD A. MEES Edward A. Mees, 77, of Fraziers Bottom died on Friday, August 17, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lowell Mees and Zelpha Chapman Mees Fields; his brother, Robert Mees; and his

wife, Carolyn Mees.

Surviving are his daughter, Daisy McGowan of Cleveland, Tenn., and her children, Deborah Blevins, Matthew McGowan, Jonathan and Andrew Minter.

The family would like to offer a special thank you to Kledith and Geraldine Chapman and many neighbors and friends for their compassion and help.

Graveside services were held Sunday, August 19, 2012, at Mount Olive Church Cemetery, Milton, with the Rev. Don Reynolds officiating.

Online condolences may be made by visiting www.chapmanfuneralhomes.com.

Chapman Funeral Home, Winfield, was in charge of arrangements.

DAVID C. PARKS David C. Parks, 78, of St. Albans, died at Hubbard Hospice House, after a brief illness, on August 16, 2012.

Born July 13, 1934, in Chesapeake, David was the son of the late Opal Barnett and William Parks. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 49 years, Elizabeth Simasek Parks; an infant child; brother, Douglas Cooper; sister, Joanne Kirk; and son-in-law, Mark Ballengee.

David served his country for 23 years in the United States Air Force as a medical technician and veterinary technician and retired as technical sergeant. He received two Commendation Medals. He also retired as a captain with the Kanawha County Sheriff's Department, where he was respectfully known as "Doc." During his 21 years as a deputy, he implemented the Home Confinement Program in the state of West Virginia and also assisted other departments in doing the same. Doc was the past president of the WV Air Force Sergeant's Association. He belonged to the FOP, Scottish Rites, Charleston, Washington Masonic Lodge, No. 58 AF&AM, St. Albans, and the Beni Kedem Shrine, Charleston.

David was a faithful member and usher at St. Francis Church and had coached the church girl’s softball team to championships.

He is survived by his children, Lisa (Ellis) Reed of Orlando, Fla., Melinda (David) Husk of Beverly, Ohio, Teresa Ballengee of St. Albans, Patricia (Tim) Breslend of Jacksonville, Fla., David (Heather) Parks of South Charleston and Craig (Julie) Parks of Ravenswood. David is also survived by his grandchildren, Jeff and Ellisa Reed, David (Katie), Andrew and Philip Husk, Timothy Bradley and Jessica Ballengee, Bryan (Melissa), Patrick and Aaron Breslend, Kristen and Katherine Parks, Justin Ingram and Jeremey and Joy Parks; his great-grandchildren, Devin and Abigail Breslend; his siblings, Wanda Adkins and Brenda Cooper; and a vast extended family.

The Putnam Standard The Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Monday, August 20, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, St. Albans, with the Rev. Father Patrick M. McDonough officiating. Burial, with honors, provided by the United States Air Force and the Kanawha County Sheriff's Department, followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

Donations may be given to St. Francis of Assisi Church, Fund for the Needy, 1023 Sixth Ave., St. Albans, WV 25177; or Hubbard Hospice House, 1001 Kennawa Drive, Charleston, WV 25311.

Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, assisted the Parks family.

HELEN HOPE PEAL Helen Hope Peal, 68, of Pliny, passed away Thursday, August 16, 2012, at her home.

Born March 7, 1944, in Pliny, she was a daughter of the late Clay and Thelma Dunn Frazier.

Hope was a master gardener, having received her certification through West Virginia University, and she loved working with nature. She was an avid cook, had a passion for antiques and greatly loved her family, her friends and her pets.

Surviving are her husband, Wayne; her children, David Wayne and Christine Peal and their children, Colin Taylor and Caitlin Olivia Peal, all of Pliny, and Heather and Michael Hall and their children, Michaela and Shayla Hall, all of Hurricane; and her sisters, Martha Ann Martin of Pliny, Elizabeth Skolnick of Maryland and Tammy Henry of Newton Grove, N.C. Services were held Monday, August 20, at Chapman Funeral Home, Winfield, with the Rev. Mike Hall and the Rev. Barrett Jordan officiating. Burial followed in Mount Union United Methodist Church Cemetery, Pliny.

Online condolences may also be made by visiting www.chapmanfuneralhomes.com.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Care, 1606 Kanawha Blvd. W., Charleston, WV 25387.

DINAH LOUISE PLANT Mrs. Dinah Louise Plant, 65, of Scott Depot, died Aug. 16, 2012.

She was a self-employed printer.

She is survived by a daughter, Tammy Hill of Scott Depot, and two sons, Jason Gonzales of Scott Depot and Wade Rose of Cross Lanes.

Chapman's Mortuary, Huntington, assisted the family.

HARRY ALEX RACZOK Harry Alex Raczok, 70, of Buffalo, W.Va., passed away Sunday, August 19, 2012, at Pleasant Valley Nursing and Rehab Center in Point Pleasant, W.Va., following a long illness. He devoted his life to education, and impacted countless lives working as a teacher.

Harry was a graduate of Marshall University, with a B.A. in Biology, and Master's degrees in Biology and Education. During his professional career, he taught in public schools in Kentucky, West Virginia, Arizona, Maryland, and South Carolina. He also served as Assistant Professor of Biology at Marshall University.

Harry was a member of the Buffalo Baptist Church, as well as the Chi Beta Phi, Phi Delta Kappa, Kappa Delta Pi honor societies, and was listed in Who's Who Among America's Teachers in 1996 and 1998. He was greatly loved and appreciated and will be greatly missed by all those whose lives he touched.

Born November 18, 1941, he was the son of the late William Raczok and Sophie Fedus Raczok Towers. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers.

Survivors include his loving wife of 38 years, Barbara Neal Raczok; a daughter, Jennifer Raczok (Joe) Bailey of Stafford, Va.; a brother, Ronald Raczok of Saginaw, MI; grandchildren, Jonathan Bailey and Erin Bailey.

Funeral services were held Friday, August 24, 2012, at Raynes Funeral Home Eleanor Chapel, Eleanor, WV with Pastor Clifford Curry officiating. Burial followed in White Chapel Cemetery, Barboursville, W.Va. Online condolences may be sent to the Raczok family and the online guestbook signed by visiting www.raynesfuneralhome.com.

BILLY E. REID SR. Billy E. Reid Sr., 88, of St. Albans, went to be with Jesus on August 20, 2012.

He was a Christian and a member of Gateway Christian Church, St. Albans. He formerly worked for Heck's Warehouse of Nitro.

Billy was a World War II veteran.

He loved woodworking.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy; second wife, Rose; and son, Robert.

Billy is survived by sons, Dale (Regina) Reid of St. Albans and Billy E. Reid Jr. of Ohio; grandchildren, Sarah and her fiancé, Russell, and Lisa and her fiance, Thomas, both of St. Albans, Jason Reid and Scotty Reid, both of Nitro, and Rhona of Nevada; and four great-grandchildren.

A celebration of Billy's life was held Thursday, August 23, at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home, St. Albans, with Pastor Jeff Ranson officiating. Burial followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

Online condolences, flowers or gifts may be sent to the family at www.casdorphandcurry.com.

REBECCA ANN ROMERO "BECKY" Rebecca Ann Romero, "Becky," was called to be with the Lord on the morning of August 18, 2012.

She was in St. Mary's intensive care unit, where her family com-

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The Putnam Standard forted her with scripture and prayers. Her favorite music filled the air as she left us to be with God. Becky's life was a reflection of her caring love for God, the innocent, the poor and unfortunate.

Becky Romero, daughter of Gaylord and Lucille Allen, was born July 11, 1946, in Parkersburg. Becky was a spirit-filled Christian, serving her community and the world in many ways throughout her life.

Rebecca attended high school at Woodrow Wilson in Beckley and graduated summa cum laude from Morris Harvey College School of Nursing in Charleston.

Becky became a missionary, with sponsorship from the Catholic Medical Mission Board, and founded the first regional medical facility in El Progreso, Guatemala. Returning home to West Virginia, Becky worked as an RN at St. Francis Hospital (where she met her husband) and CAMC Memorial.

Becky married widower Dr. Erdulfo Romero Sr. in the winter of 1974 and adopted his six children. She was blessed with two boys of her own, raising eight kids with her Christian and mission values. Becky was a true spokeswoman for children, the born and unborn.

She was the head lobbyist speaking on behalf of the Pro Life movement. Becky co-founded the West Virginia Right to Life organization and became the vice president. Additionally, Becky attended the annual March for Life in Washington, D.C., for many years and gave many speaking engagements advocating life.

Becky was an active parishioner and Eucharistic minister at Ascension Catholic Church (too modest to sing in the choir; she had an angelic voice). She was a proud member of the West Virginia Republican Women. Becky worked hospice care, comforting the dying. She had a big heart, always donating food and clothing to the less fortunate. Into her home she welcomed those in need. Becky enriched many lives with random acts of kindness.

Rebecca lost her life to a longterm illness. Becky is survived by her loving husband, Dr. Erdulfo Romero Sr., and her children, Mrs. Joy Tillman, Dr. Tony Romero, Mrs. Marie Wise, Arnel Romero, Albert Romero, Mrs. Michelle Flood, Daniel Romero and David Romero; eight grandchildren; and her siblings, Mary Allen, Cathy Martin, Amy Ricketts and Bob Allen. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Jim Allen, and Betsy Keely.

Becky's funeral service was held Saturday, August 25 at Ascension Catholic Church, Hurricane.

Her family requests that you please send donations to the following organizations: Wounded Warrior Project at www.wound-

edwarriorproject.org or Christ Kitchen, 304-722-4284.

JULIAN "RED" SHAFFER Julian "Red" Shaffer, 78, of Yawkey passed away on Saturday, August 18, 2012, at his home following a courageous battle with cancer.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Jenny McClure Shaffer; sister, Mabel; brother-in-law, Scott; and brothers, Byron, Harold and Edward Shaffer.

Julian is survived by his wife of 55 years, Lyndel; daughter, Monica Summers and husband, Aric, of St. Albans; son, Kevin Shaffer of Yawkey; former daughter-inlaw, Susan of Winfield; granddaughters, Leslee Shaffer of Winfield, and Lynsey Hargraves and husband, Joe, of Ona; greatgrandsons, Dylan and Reed Hargraves; sister, Shirley Hill of Julian; and brother, James Estil Shaffer of Michigan.

He served in the U.S. Navy for four years during the Korean Conflict, followed by an additional four years in the U.S. Naval Reserve. Julian belonged to the Teamsters Union No. 175, Griffithsville Masonic Lodge, No. 71, and Beni Kedem Shrine, Charleston. He also attended Beech Grove Baptist Church.

He was a 31-year resident of St. Albans, where he ran a personal care home with his wife. He loved music and playing the piano and guitar.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Mark Sheridan, Dr. Faredoon Misaghi, Penny Adkins, RN, and special friends, Paul Lett, George Atek and Richard and Dottie Hill.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, August 21, at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek, with the Rev. Kenny Sams officiating and special music by Dottie Hill.

Burial with Masonic graveside rites and military graveside rites followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family atwww.curryfuneralhome.org.

EVERETT O. "BUTCH" SHRADER JR. Everett O. "Butch" Shrader Jr., 67, of Scott Depot, passed away August 19, 2012, at CAMC Teays Valley, with his family by his side.

He was born March 31, 1945, and was the son of Everett O. and Drema Harless Shrader. Butch was the former owner/operator of Darnold Air Conditioning Service.

He is survived by his wife, Carol Shrader; children, LeeAnn Shrader and William Everette Shrader; his loving grandson, William Matthew Shrader, whom he raised; and grandchildren, Nikki, Justin and Sierra.

Butch was a strong-willed and brave man who will be greatly missed.

A celebration of Butch's life was held Thursday, August 23, at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home, St. Albans, with Pastor Cheryl Wintz Withrow officiating.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.casdorphandcurry.com.

BONNIE LOU STRAIGHT Bonnie Lou Straight, of Hurricane, died Tuesday, August 21, peacefully at home, surrounded by her family. Bonnie was born in Lincoln County on January 25, 1938. Bonnie married Berton T. Straight on June 14, 1957. She was baptized in March 1972 at the Church of Christ in Hurricane. She influenced her whole family and friends with her generous, cheerful spirit as a Christian wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother all of the days of her life. She visited the sick and sat with the elderly on many occasions. She made beautiful quilts, wonderful potato salad, biscuits, cornbread and her special peanut butter fudge.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Sibyl Johnson of Midkiff; five brothers; and two sisters.

Bonnie is survived by her husband, Bert of Hurricane, and their four children, Teresa Myers and her husband, Cris, of Virginia, Tina Straight of Hurricane, Sherri Monington and her husband, Dean, of Hurricane and Ted Straight of Hurricane. Bert and Bonnie have eight grandchildren, Cristopher Isaac Myers, Sarah Myers Truslow and Rebekah Myers Russell, all of Virginia, Rachel Straight Given, Philip Ellis and Keri Ellis Pauley, all of Hurricane, Hannah Ellis Ikner of Cross Lanes and Hayden Straight of Ohio. Her greatgrandchildren are Ryder and Teaghan Myers, Casey and Dakota West, Jonah Truslow, Lindsey and Jacob Ellis, Charlie Collins, Gibson Pauley and Nathan Ikner. She is also survived by a brother, O'Dell Johnson of Florida, and her sisters, Sue Bragg and Linda Fields of Charleston.

Funeral services were held Friday at Allen Funeral Home. Interment followed in Valley View Cemetery, Hurricane.

The family would like to thank Hospice of the Kanawha Valley for their compassionate care. In lieu of flowers for the family, donations to Hospice of the Kanawha Valley would be appre-

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RAYMOND MITCHELL TABOR Mr. Raymond Mitchell Tabor, 91, of Poca went home to be with the Lord on August 19, 2012, in the Hubbard Hospice House.

Mr. Tabor is a member of the Hometown Senior Citizens, retired from the Department of Highways as District 1 superintendent with 10 years of service, was a member of the Raymond City Community Church, was a Navy veteran of World War II, was a businessman, sportsman, coach, and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

He is survived by his wife, Jo; children, Raymond M. Tabor Jr. of Ashland, Ky., Ronald D. Tabor of Teays Valley and John I. Tabor of Charleston; stepchildren, Barney Wayne Sigman of Milton and Nancy Darlene Adkins of Barboursville; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

He is also survived by a host of other family and friends.

The family would like to say a special thank you to all the hospice staff for the care given to Ray. A tribute to the life of Mr. Raymond Tabor was held Wednesday, August 22, 2012, at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Linden Reed officiating. Entombment followed in Haven of Rest Memory Gardens.

The family suggests donations are made to the Hubbard Hospice House.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.hardingfamilygroup.com.

Gatens-Harding Funeral Home, Poca, assisted the Tabor family.

PHYLLIS FRANCES TERRY Phyllis Frances Terry, 79, died Wednesday, August 15, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House West, South Charleston, after a long illness. She was a Christian and had resided at Teays Valley Nursing Home for the past 11 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Klan; sons, Junior and Timothy; daughter, Vanessa; grandson, Paul Eric; and granddaughter, Bernadette.

Surviving are her sons, Charles Terry of Cross Lanes and the Rev.

David Terry of Hurricane; daughters, Belinda Mullins of St. Albans, Nora Smart of Tornado and Sandra, Angela and Robin; 12 grandchildren; and 17 greatgrandchildren.

Services were held Friday, August 17, 2012 at Good Shepherd Mortuary, South Charleston, with the Rev. David Terry officiating.

Burial followed in Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes.

JON VINEYARD Jon Vineyard, 71, of Scott Depot, passed away August 21, 2012, at Putnam Care and Rehabilitation Center, Hurricane, after a short illness.

Jon was born January 24, 1941, the only child to William Howard Taft and Mary Rosalee Roberts Vineyard. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandson, Jon Matthew Gunter.

Jon retired from Columbia Gas Transmission after 37 years of service and he most recently was a consultant with HartPetro, Charleston. Jon was a member of Mount Vernon Baptist Church, where he also served on the board of trustees. Jon was a proud member of the NRA, Trout Unlimited and FMC Sportsman's Club. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed camping and spending time with his family.

Surviving Jon are his wife of 53 years, Carolyn Sue King Vineyard; and daughters and their children, Beth Gunter and husband, Jeff, and their daughter, Morgan, of Teays Valley, Susan Johnson and husband, Brian, and their children, Kassie and Brett, of Ravenswood and Missy Northup and husband, Zac, and their children, Alex, Sophie and Meredith, of Teays Valley.

Funeral services were held Thursday, August 23, at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, with Pastor Ron McClung officiating. Burial followed in Mount Vernon Cemetery, Hurricane.

The family asks that donations are made in Jon's name to Mount Vernon Baptist Church, c/o Sanctuary Fund, 2150 Mount Vernon Road, Hurricane, WV 25526.

Online memories and/or condolences may be made at www.chapmanfuneralhomes.co m.

Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, was honored to handle Mr. Vineyard's arrangements.

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Time For Service

Time For Service ~ Area Church Services ~

Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church ~ Buff Creek Rd. Hurricane, WV. "Helping the hurt get out of the dirt" Service TimesSunday morning 10:00 a.m.; Sunday eve. 6:00 p.m.; Wed. Eve Bible study 7:00 p.m. Special meeting 4th Saturday each month at 7:00 p.m. All area Churches welcome.

Heaven is obtainable, Hell is avoidable. We still preach The Book, The Blood and, The Blessed Hope. Pastor Ernie Spence – 304-617-2752.

Redeemer Presbyterian Church, PCA, welcomes the community to learn of God's love and grace.

They meet at Teays Valley Cinema for worship service at 10 a.m. The church's pastor is Barrett Jordan. For more information, call the church office, 304-757-1197, or check the church's website at www.redeemerpcawv.org.

Teays Valley Church of God ~ 4430 Teays Valley Road, PO Box 270, Scott Depot, WV 25526 www.tvcog.org - (304)757-9222.

Service times: Sunday’s - 9:15 a.m. Sunday School, 10:15 a.m.

Morning Worship, 6:00 p.m.

Evening Discipleship. Wednesday’s: 6:45 p.m. Evening Discipleship. Pastor Melissa Pratt.

Winfield Community Church~ 144 Rocky Step Road, Scott Depot, WV, 25560. (304) 5861146. Sunday School 9:45 a.m.; Morning Worship 10:45 a.m.; Wednesday Evening Bible Study & Prayer 6:30 p.m. Pastor: Michael Hurlbert.

Mt. Salem UM Church ~ 4-1/2 miles East of Hurricane on Rt. 60 across from covered bridge, on left. Sunday: Morning worship 9:30; Sunday School 10:30.

Wednesday Bible study 7:00 P.M.; Family night first Wednesday of each month @ 7:00 P.M. Pastor: Ralph Kernen (304) 7578446.

Presbyterian Church of the Covenant ~ Living the Love of Jesus Christ. 2438 US Route 60, Hurricane, WV 25526. 304-5622012, pcclife.com Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Buffalo Church of God ~ Corner of Rt 62 & Church Street, Buffalo (Putnam Co.). Sunday: 9:45 a.m.

Sunday School; 11:00 a.m.

Morning Worship; 7:00 p.m.

Evening Worship. Wednesday: 7:00 p.m. Mid-week Service. Pas-

tor Wayne Burch. 304-937-3447.

~ 4345 Teays Valley Road, Scott Depot, WV. 757-9166.

Winfield United Methodist Church ~ Looking for a church family? Join us at Winfield United Methodist Church, 20 Radwin Drive (Behind McDonald’s) Winfield. Two services 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Pastor: Tom Hill.

Pastor Dr. Rod Taylor.

Sunday School 9 a.m.; Sunday Morning Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday Evening Worship 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Mid Week Service 7 p.m. www.thedepotlive.com

Springdale Free Will Baptist Church ~ Cow Creek Road, Hurricane (Directions: Off Rt 34, 21/2 miles on Cow Creek Road, stay on left fork of Cow Creek.

Church is on the right). Sunday School 10 a.m.; Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.; Sunday Evening Worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday Midweek Service 7 p.m. Pastor Larry Cooper. 5625389.

Teays Valley Church of the Nazarene~ 3937 Teays Valley Road, Teays, WV 25569 (Mail: PO Box 259) Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Sunday School; 10:45 a.m. Morning worship; 6:00 p.m. Sunday Evening Worship. Wednesdays: 6:30 p.m. Prayer Gathering, Children & Teen Programs. Last Saturday of each month; Clothing Closet from 9 a.m. until noon.

Free clothes for everyone!

Pastor: Rev. Charles V. Williams.

Phone: 304-757-8400.

First Baptist Church~ “Connecting People to Jesus Christ” 2635 Main Street, Hurricane, WV, 25526 – 304-562-9281. Dr. James E. Lutz, Senior Pastor. Sunday services: 8:50 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 6:30 p.m. Sunday School – 10 a.m.; Wednesday 6:30 p.m. www.fbcoh.com Good Hope Baptist Church ~ Turkey Creek Road, Hurricane.

Sunday Worship Service 10 a.m.

Ascension Catholic Church 905 Hickory Mill Rd., Hurricane, WV, 25526. 304-562-5816.

Services: Saturday evening 5:30 p.m. Sunday morning 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

Rev. Neil R. Buchlein, Pastor. www.ascensionwv.com Cross of Grace Lutheran Church ~ 30 Grace Drive, Hurricane, WV, 25526. 304-562-0616.

Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.

Sunday - 10:45 a.m. Morning Worship Pastor Jerry Kliner, STS. “Where people discover Jesus and grow in Faith”. www.coglutheran.com Scott Depot Christ Fellowship

Teays Valley Baptist Church ~ Dr. John D. Smith, Pastor.

3926 Teays Valley Road, Hurricane, WV, 25526. 304-757-9306. www.teaysvalleybaptist.com Services: SUNDAY - Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Morning Worship & Children’s Church 10:30 a.m.; Evening worship 6:00 p.m.; Choir Rehearsal 5 p.m.

WEDNESDAY – Bible Study and Prayer 7 p.m.; Awana 7:00 p.m.

All services are interpreted for the deaf. TV Service on Suddenlink Channel 2, Wed. 8:30 – 9 p.m. Radio Program WEMM 8:30 p.m. Thursday.

Buffalo Presbyterian Church ~ 2125 Buffalo Road, Buffalo, WV, 25033. Sunday School Service 10 a.m.; Worship Sunday Service 11 a.m. Wednesday Service – Bible Study, 7 p.m. Pastor – Denver Tucker.

Buffalo Nazarene Church ~ Rt. 62, Buffalo, WV, 25033.

Sunday School Service 10 a.m.; Sunday Worship Service 11 a.m.; Sunday night Worship Service 6 p.m. Wednesday Service 7 p.m.

Pastor Sherry Kinsey 937-3258.

Otter Branch Church ~ Box 213, 18 Mile Road, Buffalo, WV, 25033 Sunday School Service 10 a.m.; Sunday Worship Service 11 a.m.

Wednesday Service 7 p.m.

Pastor Mike Tucker.

Manilla Chapel ~ Manilla Ridge Road, Robertsburg, WV. SUNDAY: Morning service 10 a.m.; Evening service 6:00 p.m.

TUESDAY: Bible Study at 7 p.m.

Everyone welcome.

Way of Truth Tabernacle ~ 900 Roosevelt Dr., Eleanor, WV. Services: Sunday morning 10:00 a.m.; Sunday Evening 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Pastor Nathan Morris (304)543-8053. A new beginning on the old path.

Bethel Baptist – Upper Mud River Road, Sias, WV. Services: Sunday morning 10 a.m.; Sunday night 6 p.m.; Wednesday night 7:00 p.m.

Glad Tidings Assembly of God ~ 121 Mill Road, Hurricane, WV,

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25526.

Adult & Children’s Service Sunday 10:30 a.m., Sunday Evening Worship 6:00 p.m., Wednesday Midweek Service 7:00 p.m.

Church Phone 304-562-3074.

Pastor: Rebekah Jarrell. Asst.

Pastor: Aaron Hil. Winfield Presbyterian Church ~ Winfield Presbyterian Church, 4th and Ferry Streets. “A praying community where friendship counts.” Cherrie Sizemore, Minister. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m.; Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m.

Looking for a church to call “home”? We would like to be that place.

Pine Grove Church of Christ ~ 4504 Teays Valley Road, Scott Depot. 304-757-8543 (o); 304757-2866 (h). prediger1@verizon.net. Sunday morning Bible Classes 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service 10:45 a.m.

Sunday Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Bible Studies 7:00 p.m.

Tm Jorgensen, Minister.

Grandview Baptist Church, Red House. Sunday school – 10 am; Sunday evening 7 pm; Wednesday 7 pm. Pastor: Woody Willard.

Winfield Church of the Nazarene ~ 2986 Winfield Rd., Winfield, WV 25213. Sunday School 9:45 am; Sunday Worship Service 10:45 am; Sunday Praise Service at 6:00pm; Wednesday Kidz & Teens 7:00 pm; Wednesday Adult Bible Study 7:00 pm.

Pastor Robert Fulton, 304-5862180.

Laywell Church of Christ ~ Sycamore Road, Hurricane, WV. Services: Sunday Morning Worship 9:45 a.m.; Evening Worship 6 p.m. Phone number for more information, 304-562-6135.

Kanawha Valley Baptist Church ~ 949 Roosevelt Ave., (U.S. Rt. 62), Eleanor, WV 25070. Pastors: John Hage and Art Hage. Phone

304-437-3513 and 304-437-2740.

Services: 3:00 p.m. Sundays and 6:30 p.m. Thursdays.

Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church ~ Rt. 3 Box 97 (6242 Trace Fork Rd.), Hurricane, WV 25526. Phone 304-562-5880.

Sunday School: 10 a.m.; Morning Worship 11 a.m.; Evening Worship 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7 p.m.; Children’s Emmy Club, 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday. Pastor: Robert Adkins. Everyone welcome.

Providence Baptist Church ~ Rocky Step Road, Scott Depot, WV. Sunday School 10 a.m.; Sunday morning Worship 11 a.m.; Sunday night 7 p.m. Pastor: Rev. Bob Kelly. Phone 304-586-2832.

Gateway Christian Church ~ Weekly Sunday Evening Service at 6 p.m. Valley Park, Hurricane, WV. Adult & Children’s Ministry available. For more information please call 304-727-8919 or visit www.gatewaychurch.net. Senior Minister: Dave Stauffer. LOVE GOD – LOVE PEOPLE – SERVE. Lakeview Christian Church ~ 108 Lakeview Drive, Hurricane, WV, 25526. Services: Sunday – 11 am and 6:30 pm; Wednesday – 7 pm. Pastor: Jeff Maynard. Phone 304-562-9265.

Faith Independent Church ~ Sunday School 10am, Sunday Morning Worship 11am, Sunday Choir Practice 6 p.m., Sunday Evening Service 7 p.m.; Wednesday Prayer Meeting & Bible Study 7 p.m. A little country church set on the side of Rt. 62 in the big town of Black Betsy, WV. Pastoral Team: Michael Landers and Randy Browning Sousanah FWB Church ~ Charley Creek Road, Culloden.

Sunday School 10:00 a.m.; Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.; Sunday Night Service 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Service 7:00 p.m.

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Community News

The Putnam Standard

COURT FROM PAGE 1 ber's annual Court Watch presentation that preceded the candidates' forum. In that, the Chamber reviewed 32 state Supreme Court rulings and found that 22 of them were friendly toward businesses.

"That speaks volumes about where we've been and where we've come," she said. "We've rolled up our sleeves, and we've worked."

Davis also noted that she has been elected Chief Justice by her peers five times in her 16 years on the Court and has participated in more than 2,500 opinions. And of the ones appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court, she proudly said, "Not one opinion not one - has been reversed."

Republican Allen Loughry noted that with two of the five seats up for election this year, the impact this Supreme Court election will have is "very critical."

"This isn't something that will affect you for the next two or four or even 12 years," he said.

"This will affect West Virginia for generations.

"There are two seats up on the court, and I only want one of them," he joked, later adding, ""If you honor me with your vote, I will serve you with

Allen Loughry speaks Wednesday during a state Supreme Court candidate forum at The Greenbrier. Photo by Chris Dickerson honor."

He said this election is about qualifications and ethics.

"It truly is time we wake up and start holding people accountable for what's happening," Loughry said.

"Predictability is good, but stability is what we really want. We all want to feel like we received a fair day in court."

Republican John Yoder told the business crowd about his business background, having studied economics at the University of Chicago under Nobel Prize winner Milton Freedman.

He also taught business and started an oil and gas business.

The current circuit judge also

spoke of his experience in all three branches of government, including work at the U.S. Supreme Court and the Department of Justice, a stint in the West Virginia Senate and judicial posts in West Virginia and Kansas.

"I understand the differences between the three branches of government," Yoder said. "I know judges aren't supposed to legislate or make social policy.

There have been times I've had to rule for laws that I voted against in the Legislature. I might not agree with a law, but it is the law. We need that perspective."

After opening comments, the

candidates fielded questions from the audience. The discussed this year's pilot project of public financing for state Supreme Court races. Loughry is the only candidate to qualify for public financing. Currently, two lawsuits in state and federal court are pending about the legality of such a system.

The also talked about Chafin's proposed "Balance Court Initiative" to change the current recusal system. Now, a Justice voluntarily can recuse himself or herself or choose to do so if asked by a party in the case.

Chafin's plan would allow the other Justices to have a say when a recusal request comes in if the Justice in question chooses not to drop out.

Loughry said he doesn't think such a drastic change is necessary.

"This idea is blown out of proportion," he said. "I'm not opposed to tweaking the rules, but I don't think this is the answer.

Chief Justice (Menis) Ketchum actually is looking at this issue now, and he has said he'll make a decision after this election because he doesn't want the issue to become a political football."

Davis was blunt.

"I think our court is bal-

anced," she said. "There are much bigger issues this state is facing. Let's look at the facts."

She said in the last 19 months, there have been 59 recusals on the Court.

"Of those 59, 51 were made voluntarily without the need for one written notice," Davis said.

"Of the four times in those 19 months when a written request was filed, three of the four did disqualify themselves."

The exception, she said, was a case involving judicial pension.

If one Justice stepped out of the case, all Justices and circuit court judges would have had to do the same.

Yoder said he agrees that the issue is one that needs to be discussed.

"I don't necessarily agree with her plan," he said. "And it's good that Chief Justice Ketchum is looking at an alternative."

Chafin said her reason for suggesting the idea was because of the backlash the Caperton v.

Massey case has had on the state and the Court.

"We need to step up and change the rules," she said. "One case can erode confidence in the judiciary. It's about 'perceived bias' and improving public perception of the Court."