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Obesity prevention workshops set for April 16-18 WINFIELD -- On April 16, 17, and 18, from 4 p.m. to 4:45 p.m., Putnam County WVU Extension and Calvary Baptist Church will be hosting free cooking classes focused on helping your family make better choices, have a successful family mealtime, and how to build rest and exercise into your day.

Classes will be located at Calvary Baptist Church 3653 Teays Valley Road, Hurricane, in the fellowship hall.

Putnam County was only 1 of 30 grantees in the nation to receive funding for these workshops.

These classes are part of the national Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Kids Eat Right Campaign that seeks to reduce the prevalence of childhood overweight and obesity.

Families and Health Agent and Registered Dietitian, Sarah Sturgill, MS, RD, LD, will be leading the workshops.

Sturgill is also a certified specialist in child and adolescent weight management.

Participants may register for any individual workshop or sign up for all three.

On Monday, April 16, Family Meals—Making Easy Choices will focus on identifying good food practices and the ones to avoid.

On Tuesday, April 17, Enjoying SEE WORKSHOPS ON PAGE 3

HOW TO REACH US PHONE: (304) 743-6731 FAX: (304) 562-6214

Buffalo students attend state Leadership Conference SUBMITTED ARTICLE BUFFALO -- The annual West Virginia Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) State Leadership Conference was held March 26-27, in Morgantown.

The conference is part of a competitive events program sponsored by Future Business Leaders of America-Phi Beta Lambda, Inc.; a nonprofit organization that prepares students for careers in business.

Its mission is to bring business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and career development programs.

Individuals, local chapters, and state teams compete in over 40 events representing a range of leading edge business, career, and leadership development activities.

This year’s national theme, “Gateway to Greatness”, reflects the goals and qualities of FBLAPBL members, some of the best and brightest of today’s young

Members of the Buffalo High School FBLA Club that recently attended a statewide leadership conference in Morgantown included (From left) Christa Brown, Courtney Persinger, Hannah Toney, Bailey Clendenin, Taylor Briscoe, Geneva Hutchison, Jessica Burdette and Kali Templeton. Courtesy photo people.

Adviser and Buffalo High School FBLA members that attended the State Leadership

Conference were: Laura McCloud, adviser and Linda Hoffman, chaperone Tanner Ballard & Andrew

Hayson—participant Business Presentation SEE STUDENTS ON PAGE 12

Manchin to deliver major jobs speechTuesday at John Amos

By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

WINFIELD – U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin will be speaking at the John Amos Power Plant on Tuesday, April 3, as part of a two-week tour of West Virginia focused on job retention and economic growth.

Tuesday’s speech at John Amos is being described by the senator’s office as a major speech on jobs, the economy and energy.

On Monday, Manchin will de-

liver remarks at The Greenbrier Resort during the Marcellus and Utica Shale Conference and Expo. Later in the week, Manchin is expected to be in Huntington, Fairmont and Wheeling as his tour of the state continues.

The statewide tour will highlight the connection between jobs and energy independence, the senator’s agenda to help small businesses succeed, how to revitalize American manufacturing, the importance of training our workforce through higher ed-

ucation, and the senator’s growing effort to hire unemployed veterans, according to information provided by Manchin’s office.

“Not only are we fighting to keep every job, we’re fighting to create good-paying jobs in our state. Whether it’s through powering this nation with our vast energy resources, working to eliminate burdensome regulations or making sure our veterans have a good place to work, we in West Virginia have truly fought

for every job,” Manchin said.

“West Virginia has the strongest work force in the world, and I am totally committed to making sure that our hardworking men and women are able to put their incredible talents to good use. We have done the heavy lifting to build this nation into the great power that it is today, and no matter what, I will do everything in my power to ensure our work force in West Virginia stays strong and has the opportunity to succeed.”

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Page 2 – March 26-30, 2012 Church accepting donations for Flood Relief Mt. Vernon Baptist Church is accepting donations for the flood relief in Logan County.

Bring cleaning supplies nonperishable food items, common household items. No clothing.

Bring to the gym at 2150 Mt. Vernon Rd., Teays Valley. Gym open til 7 pm every day.

Donations will be accepted through April 1st.

You’re invited to a ‘Once Upon A Time Princess Party’ Girls ages newborn to age 12 are invited to a “Once Upon A Time Princess Party” to be held April 21, 2012 from 10 a.m. to 12p.m. at Valley Park.

Princesses Cinderella, Belle, Ariel, Sleeping Beauty, Tiana, Snow White, Tinkerbell and Jasmine will be available for pictures.

You can also ride in a carriage with Princess Cinderella!

There will be many activities; refreshments will be served.

Come dressed as your favorite Princess.

The event is free of charge and no reservations are needed.

For more information call Karen Haynes at 757-7584 or Putnam Co. Parks 562-0518 ext 10.

Putnam County Schools Developmental Screening Putnam County Schools Developmental Screenings will be held on Friday, April 20, 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.

Pool Pass Discounts Purchase your season pass by April 1, 2012 and receive a 20% discount.

If a season pass does not work for you, we offer a book of 20 tickets for (adults 12 yrs. and over) $160.00 (children 5 – 11 yrs. old) $120.00. County Pool $90.00.

So hurry into the park office lo-

Community Calendar cated at #1 Valley Park Dr. Hurricane or call (562-0518 ext. 10) before the time passes you by.

Why not volunteer to Walk Dogs at the Animal Shelter?

Putnam Animal Relief Center, Winfield, WV, could use your help any time from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Mondays-Saturdays. To volunteer or for more information, call 304-444-0060.

Election Workers Needed If you are registered to vote in Putnam County and would like to work as an election worker in the May 8, 2012, primary election, please contact the office of the Putnam County Clerk at 304586-0202, by March 30. Workers will be placed on a first come basis. Both evening and day training sessions will be available.

Pool & Program Manager Needed Putnam County Parks and Recreation Commission is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Pool and Program Manager. The position is a full time salaried position with benefits. The successful applicant must be CPO certified and have prior pool management experience. Experience in program and activity management is helpful.

To obtain a job description and application form, visit our web site at www.putnamcountyparks.net or come to the Administrative Office located at #1 Valley Park Drive, Hurricane, WV 25526 or call 304-562-0518 ext.

10. The completed application, cover letter, resume and references are to be mailed or delivered to the park office by 3 p.m. on Friday, March 30, 2012.

Town of Buffalo to host “All Horse Parade” The Town of Buffalo will be celebrating its 175th Anniversary this April 2012.

There will be an “ALL HORSE PARADE” on Saturday April 14, 1 PM. Starting at Buffalo High School, traveling north on Rt. 62 to 18 Mile Creek Road, then back

through Town again, returning to the school. We are looking for participates of equine in any form – riding, buggy/carriages driving, leading – ponies, horses, mules.

There is a bank account set up for donations of anyone who would like to support this event.

Please contact Bill 304-2680269 for more information or the Town of Buffalo 304-937-2041.

Putnam County Voter Registration Deadline Putnam County Voter Registration deadline is April 17th, 2012.

For more information contact the Putnam County Clerk’s office at 304-586-0202.

Bingo Every Wednesday night (7:00 p.m.) VFW Post 9097, Teays Valley Road. Public invited.

Huntington's Disease Support Group Formed A peer-led Huntington's Disease Support Group has been formed in Charleston for patients, families, caregivers and those at risk. The meetings are held on the second Saturday of the month from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Saint Francis Hospital.

For more information, call 304549-3266 or debarm@suddenlink.net.

Community Outreach Gospel Series at Pumpkin Park Music Hall As We R Southern Gospel Ministries presents Community Outreach Gospel Series with special guest Squire Parsons on Saturday, April 28th at Pumpkin Park Music Hall, Milton, WV. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. with singing beginning at 6:00 p.m. As We R will also be singing.

Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door – special Church group rates available. (Children 15 and under, free).

Tickets are available at Guiding Light Bookstore or by phone at 304-549-0900 or 304-302-6441 or visit www.aswerministries.com.

A portion of proceeds will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Concessions will be available.

Polio Survivors Support Group Meetings

Winfield, West Virginia, USPS 451-160 The Putnam Standard (ISSN, 451160) is published weekly at P.O. Box 179, Winfield, WV 25213. Yearly subscription rates: In-County $22.00; In-State $38.00; Out-of-State $48.00. Bill Unger, Publisher. Periodical Postage paid at Main Post Office, Winfield, WV, and additional mailing offices under the act of March 3, 1979. Postmaster: Send Address changes to the Putnam Standard, P.O. Box 179, Winfield, WV 25213. We reserve the right to accept or reject and to edit all news and advertising copy.

The WV Chapter of Polio Survivors Support Group meets at noon every second Saturday at CAMC Teays Valley Hospital.

Meetings are held in the Conference Room, which is located next to the cafeteria. For more information please call 304-736-6325.

4th Annual Putnam County Rotary hosting Annual Charity Raffle Putnam Rotary is offering tickets for its annual charity raffle.

"We're not selling tickets," said Chet Marshall. "We're offering an

opportunity to get something in return while supporting college scholarships and local community improvement projects."

The club this year awarded two scholarships for Putnam high school students, an increase made possible by funding through the annual raffle.

All income from ticket sales goes to charitable projects. The club will pay the cost of prizes.

Three drawings for prizes were made. The first drawing for $500 was held on February 14th.

The second drawing was held on March 13 and a final drawing will be made on April 10 for a grand prize of $1,000.

All drawings will be at noon at the First State Bank Community Room. Holders of the winning tickets do not need to be present to win.

Volunteers Needed Needed: Volunteers for various help at Hometown Senior Center – call 304-586-2745.

First Baptist Church, St. Albans, Preschool Enrollment First Baptist Church Weekday Preschool, 523 Second Street, St. Albans is enrolling children for Fall 2012. The 5-day program is for 4-year-olds. Tuition is $100 a month. There is also a 3-day program (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) for 3-year-olds. Tuition is $80 a month.

Classes are 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 am. With arrival as early as 7:30 a.m. We offer “at the door” delivery and pick-up of your child for parents with babies or disabilities.

Our teachings focus on the “Readiness Skills” for reading, math, language arts and science.

Your children will enjoy learning in a caring, Christian atmosphere.

Please call 304-727-4661 for more information.

Nitro Senior Citizen Center The Nitro Senior Center, Second Avenue and 21st Street, is open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. All seniors are invited to visit, have lunch, play pool or cards, use exercise machines and enjoy other activities. For those needing a ride, the senior van is available by calling 304-755-5502 before 9 a.m.

Notice Putnam Union PSD meetings for 2012 will be held the 1st Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. at Route 34 Fire Department.

Curves of St. Albans to offer Free Fitness Assessments Join Curves of St. Albans, the second Tuesday of every month, for “Free Fitness Assessments’.

These assessments will be of-

The Putnam Standard fered to anyone who wants to know their BMI and Body Fat Percentage.

First Baptist Church of St. Albans to present Annual Music Camp The First Baptist Church of St. Albans at Sixth Ave. and Second St. will offer its 22nd annual Music Camp, July 16-20, 9 am to 2:30 pm daily at the church. The camp is for children entering grades 2 through 7 in September 2012.

Children attending the Camp participate in choral singing, handbells, Orff instruments, a basic music class, instruction to the orchestra and recreation Participants need not have prior formal music training.

Other activities include a cookout and a swimming activity.

Optional classes include Introduction to Guitar, Drums, Pipe Organ, and Interpretive Movement.

Tuition for the camp is $37 per child with family rates available.

For additional information and online registration, visit www.musiccampfbc.com. You may also register at the church Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4:30 pm.

The Music Camp is under the direction of Thomas Hollinger, Director of Music at the church.

Questions? Call the church at 304-727-4661.

Caregiver Support Program The Family Caregiver Support Program offers support, training and relief to those providing fulltime caregiving for a loved one.

Services include in-home respite and counseling. Putnam Aging, the West Virginia Bureau of Senior Services and the Metro Area Agency on Aging sponsors the program.

For more information, contact Sally Halstead, 304-562-9451.

Special Easter Bunny at the Huntington Mall JeffersonWhitney, a Hurricane based insurance, investment and financial planning firm that places an increased focus on those with special needs, is sponsoring Special Easter Bunny at The Huntington Mall in Barboursville. This event will be held in the Community room on Saturday March 31 from 9:00am10:30am. Special Easter Bunny is geared towards families with children with special needs.

Eliminating the busy mall environment and providing a more calm experience will help families continue the tradition of visiting the Easter Bunny.

Photos and a special gift will be provided to participants.

JeffersonWhitney is located at 3466 Teays Valley Rd. and serves clients throughout the tri-state area. For more information, please visit www.jeffersonwhitney.com or call Stacie Thomas at (304) 397-6517.

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Community News

March 26-30, 2012 – Page 3

Putnam homeowners assocation sues former employee for fraud

by Kyla Asbry www.wvrecord.com

WINFIELD -- Rustic Highlands Owners Association is suing a former employee and her husband for fraud after it claims she came into personal possession nearly $100,000 of its funds.

Over the course of several years, Melissa Weiford, either through gross negligence in executing her duties as treasurer or through outright theft, came into personal possession of approximately $98,586 of money belonging to Rustic Highlands, according to a complaint filed March 2 in Putnam Circuit

Court.

Rustic Highlands claims due to the fact that its accounts were substantially depleted by Weiford's actions, numerous improvement and maintenance projects were unable to occur.

Weiford's actions were willful, wanton and reckless and

caused Rustic Highlands to not be able to do various improvement projects and/or maintenance was not performed and common areas and roads have fallen into disrepair, according to the suit.

Rustic Highlands claims although Weiford's husband, Robert Weiford, was unaware of

her actions, he was a beneficiary of its money.

The plaintiff is seeking compensatory and punitive damages. It is being represented by Jonathan R. Mani.

The case has been assigned to Circuit Judge Phillip Stowers.

Putnam Circuit Court case number: 12-C-66

School Board considers raise for teachers next year

By David Payne Sr. davidpayne@theputnamstandard.com

WINFIELD -- While personnel issues dominated the Putnam County Board of Education's March 19 meeting, Superintendent Chuck Hatfield said he expects to submit a budget that would provide a raise for teachers next year.

Hatfield told the board that he expects to present a budget that would include a $500 raise for teachers next year.

He said that last year, school officials had discussed giving teachers a $1,000 raise within three years and last year's budget included the first $500 of that.

He also told board members that the county should also give a raise for those who oversee extracurricular activities, such as sports as well as substitute teachers.

The board also voted to renew its agreement with the West Vir-

ginia University Extension Service, which provides 4-H for the county's children.

In other business, the board approved continued employment for more than 200 employees who had or are working on a probational basis.

The board approved the following personnel changes: Resignations: Christopher St. John, Hurricane High School, social-studies teacher.

Karen Stone, Winfield Elementary School, SLD/MI teacher.

Perry Estep, Hurricane High, girls' basketball.

Adam Feazell, Special Olympics coach.

Lisa McClanahan, Hurricane Middle School, boys' tennis.

Jeremy Taylor, Hurricane Middle School, head football.

P. Michael Lett, substitute bus operator.

Bonnie Adkins, Buffalo/George Washington

WORKSHOPS FROM PAGE 1 Family Mealtime will debunk many of the myths of picky eating, as well as provide tips for how to make mealtimes more successful for the whole family.

Finally, on Wednesday, April 18, A Healthy Day Needs Rest and Play will help families understand how to balance rest and exercise for both parents and children.

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Each workshop will also feature food demonstrations and taste testing for easy “no recipe” recipes for healthy, delicious meals.

Pre-registration is required and all registrations must be made through Putnam County WVU Extension Service by calling 304-586-0217.

Please register by 5 p.m. on Friday, April 13.

area, gifted run.

Employment: Allison Belcher, substitute teacher.

Tamatha Bock, Buffalo Elementary, fourth-grade teacher.

Jennifer Harrah, Hurricane High, half-day teacher, long term substitute, Intro to Majors.

Peggy Melton, substitute teacher.

Russell Williams, Putnam Career and Technical Center, welding instructor.

Judith Arthur, sec/acct.

Carol Brand, substitute sec/acct.

P. Michael Lett, Hurricane area, half-day bus operator.

Michael Cook, substitute bus operator.

William Davis, substitute bus operator.

Darrell Higginbotham, substitute bus operator.

James Sovel, substitute bus operator.

Kenton Thacker, substitute bus operator.

C. Patrick Clark, Winfield High, assistant football.

William Dimsdale, Hurricane High, assistant football.

Eva Securro, Hurricane High, assistant boys' track.

Jeremy Taylor, Hurricane High, head football.

Transfers and changes: Kristin Browning, West Teays Elementary, MI/autism teacher to unassigned.

Ruth Dent, Rock Branch Elementary, kindergarten teacher to Winfield Elementary, first grade.

Janell Henson, Mountain View Elementary, fifth grade teacher to fourth grade.

Julie Marino, elementary gifted interant teacher to Mountain View Elementary teacher, fourth grade.

Laura Martin, Buffalo High, MI/autism teacher, to interant school nurse.

Lisa Runion, Winfield Elementary, fifth-grade teacher to unassigned.

Lori Harrison, Winfield High, aide to Winfield Elementary aide/autism mentor.

Kathy Neeley, Hurricane Middle, custodian from 215 days to 210 days.

Alice Shockley, Hurricane Middle, half-day cook to Winfield Middle, cook.

Lisa Spaulding, Hurricane High, aide to West Teays Elementary, aide/autism mentor.

Rescission: Kristi Gillispie, Winfield Elementary, kindergarten teacher (rescission of transfer to unassigned).

Vickie Wilson, Winfield Elementary, first-grade teacher to kindergarten.

The next board meeting was scheduled for 7 p.m. April 2 at the board office in Winfield.

The following meeting will be held on Tuesday April 17, instead of the usual Monday.

The board is required by law to meet on the third Tuesday in April to set levy rates.

Business Before Business set for April 5 SCOTT DEPOT -- The next Business Before Business event hosted by the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce will take place at Husson’s Pizza sponsored by Employers’ Innovative Network, LLC from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 5.

Husson’s Pizza is located at

4040 Teays Valley Road in Scott Depot.

Business Before Business provides an early morning social, but professional venue for business people to make new contacts. Participation is open to all Chamber members and their guests.

This event is FREE to Chamber members, RSVPs are required.

RSVPs are required by Wednesday, April 4. To obtain membership information or to make reservations, please contact the Chamber at 304.757.6510 or chamber@putnamcounty.org.

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Putnam woman files suit over fall at Winfield Tudor’s

by Kyla Asbry www.wvrecord.com

WINFIELD -- A Putnam County woman is suing Better Foods, Inc., for injuries she sustained on its premises.

Gino's Distributing, Inc. was also named as a defendant in the

suit.

Better Foods, Inc. is doing business as Tudor's Biscuit World.

On March 19, 2010, Betty Jean Teel was at the defendants' Winfield location and was entering the restaurant via the ramp and entryway when she fell, accord-

ing to a complaint filed March 7 in Putnam Circuit Court.

Teel claims the defendants negligently designed, constructed and maintained a ramp and entryway to the restaurant that posed a danger and hazard to customers as it did not comply with the Americans with Disabil-

ities Act. The defendant's negligence caused Teel to sustain serious and permanent injury to her left eye, damage to her iris and significant loss of vision, causing her to be legally blind, according to the suit.

Teel is seeking compensatory

damages with pre- and postjudgment interest. She is being represented by William DeForest Thompson and James T. Cooper.

The case has been assigned to Circuit Judge O.C. Spaulding.

Putnam Circuit Court case number: 12-C-71

Rotary Club’s 5K Run/Walk set for Saturday at Valley Park SUBMITTED ARTICLE TEAYS VALLEY -- Putnam County students will be the beneficiaries of money raised from the Putnam County Rotary Club’s 5K Run/Walk.

The event will be held on Saturday, March 31, at 10 a.m. at the Valley Park/Wave Pool course in Teays Valley.

Putnam Rotary has been providing scholarships for students

for several years in differentareas. For graduating high school seniors (two $2,0000 scholarships were awarded in 2011) based on need and they must attend a West Virginia College or University, also, students attending camp programs including the Tri-County Y - Camp High-Tor, the Salvation Army Camp Happy Valley and the Hugh O'Brien Youth Leadership

program.

The proceeds of this event will allow them to expand their scholarship program to serve more students in Putnam County.

The first 150 registrants are guaranteed a T-shirt.

All participants of the 5K Run/Walk will qualify for a drawing for a men’s and women’s pair of Brooks Running

shoes, a men’s and women’s Russell Athletic Jogging Suit and a Russell Athletic Sports bag.

Medals will be given to the top 3 overall men’s and women’s finishers and top 2 finishers in each category.

To learn more and to register for the Putnam Rotary 5K Run/Walk please go to www.TriStateRacer.com, you can download registration form

or register on-line.

The registration form and additional information about the Putnam County Rotary Club can be found at www.putnamrotary.com .

The Putnam County Rotary Club has been serving many needs in the communities of Putnam County since its inception as a service organization in 1995.

Putnam residents urged to sign up for emergency notification system

By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

WINFIELD – Following recent natural disasters in Wayne and Lincoln Counties, Putnam County Office of Emergency Management Director Frank Chapman is taking steps to get

county residents here more prepared.

Chapman is asking all Putnam County residents to sign up to receive warnings from the Office of Emergency Services through its Wide Area Rapid Notification, or WARN system.

Registering to receive messages from the system is easy,

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

Chapman said.

Anyone with access to a computer can go to www.putnamemergency.com, and click on the Citizen Signup link there.

Clicking on the signup link will take users to a new window where they are asked to enter their name, address and contact numbers, including cell phone numbers.

Up to five phone numbers may be entered to receive noti-

fications.

Once signed up for the system, Chapman said that anytime a WARN notice goes out, people will receive a call to notify them.

Warnings could include anything from a chemical spill, to a natural disaster such as the tornadoes that recently tore through eastern Kentucky, and into Wayne and Lincoln Counties.

Chapman said that he had

been in touch with his counterparts in the areas hardest hit by the most recent round of storms and that convinced him that more action needed to be taken in Putnam County.\ “We want to be proactive,” Chapman said. “Instead of waiting for storms to tear through the area.”

Anyone wanting more information can visit www.putnamemergency.com, or call 304-586-0246.

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Putnam Democrats set meeting for April 14 SUBMITTED ARTICLE ELEANOR -- In order to participate in the West Virginia Delegate Selection Plan for the 2012 Democratic National Convention, Putnam County will hold it’s Democratic Convention Saturday, April 14, on the second floor of the Eleanor Fire Station in Eleanor.

Registration begins at 3:30 P.M with the convention beginning at 4:00 P.M. Those present will elect 44 delegates from the three magisterial districts to the State Convention.

The County Convention is open to all registered Democrats in Putnam County.

The Convention will be followed by a Democratic Rally “Meet the Candidates” in the same location beginning at 5:30 P.M. Free food & beverages will be provided.

All Democrats welcome.

For more information, call Travis Hoffman, (304) 7570021, or email at travis@tyreeembree.com

Community News

March 26-30, 2012 – Page 5

Local dentist launches new website ST. ALBANS -- Warnick Dental in St. Albans has announced that the dental practice has launched a new website.

The site, www.warnickdental.com , is designed to educate patients about different dental treatments.

Warnick Dental serves the Hurricane, Scott Depot, South Charleston and Winfield communities.

The website features a "Patient Education" library highlighting different dental procedures, such as dental implants.

The goal is to provide patients with information on popular treatments, including Invisalign and teeth whitening, and to take the stress out of a visit to the dentist.

"When it comes to visiting a dentist, many patients can experience severe anxiety," said Dr. Melissa Warnick. "Treatments like root canals or dental crowns can be understandably stressful for patients, especially if they are not sure what is going to happen. Our goal with the new website is to help patients relax by providing comprehensive information about our dental services. When patients know what to expect, procedures seem less stressful."

The new website includes a "Patient Education" library with information on common dental procedures. The 3D dental video

library shows patients how a procedure like dental implants will be performed. The library also includes video demonstrations for proper brushing and flossing techniques.

"When it comes to providing pediatric dentistry, my goal is to work with young patients and teach them proper dental care from an early age," said Dr. Melissa Warnick. "But, prevention is the best treatment at any age. Proper flossing and brushing skills set the foundation for a lifetime of good oral health care.

The 3D videos are an easy way for children and adults to learn these basics."

The website also features information on popular dental procedures, including teeth whitening and Invisalign treat-

ments. Dr. Steve Warnick explains the difference between at-home teeth whitening and inoffice whitening.

"At-home treatments are great for simple touch-ups, although they are not powerful enough to remove serious stains from smoking, coffee or wine drinking," said Dr. Steve Warnick. "I always tell my patients that for serious stain removal, in-office treatments ensure even whitening. The new website is a great resource to help patients explore their different whitening options and find a treatment that's right for them."

The dentists also encourage patients to learn more about implant dentistry and dental problems by visiting the website's dental blog.

They frequently posts updates on the latest dental care treatments, as well as helpful athome care tips.

Potential patients may also visit the website's "Smile Gallery" to see before and after photos from actual patients.

"There is no better way to see the difference that implant dentistry can have on a smile than to visit our smile gallery," said Dr. Melissa Warnick. "I'm thrilled to be able to share these photos on our website so patients can see first-hand the outcome of different procedures, such as caps and veneers, Invisalign and dental implants."

Prospective patients may also use the website's new, online appointment request form to schedule an initial consultation.

To Advertise Here Call 304.743.6731 today!

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Outdoor News

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Manchin Bill Would Create National Concealed-Carry Reciprocity

David Payne Sr. Column by David Payne Sr. davidpayne@theputnamstandard.com

Sen. Joe Manchin, (D-W.Va.) recently introduced legislation in the U.S. Senate that would create a national reciprocity for concealed-carry permits.

Under the legislation, anyone with a valid ID and concealed-carry permit could carry a concealed handgun in any state that also allows residents

to carry and would replace a complicated patchwork of state reciprocal agreements.

“This commonsense legislation,” Manchin said, “would cut down on the layers of regulations facing lawabiding Americans who have the right to own guns and use them responsibly. If we can streamline and simplify some of our rules governing gun ownership, everybody wins – especially the 65,000 West Virginians who hold concealed-carry permits.”

The legislation would, however, exclude people from obtaining an out-of-state permit with less restrictive eligibility requirements and use that permit to carry in his or her own state.

For West Virginia permit holders, it would increase the number of reciprocal states from 39 to 49. It would not apply in the People's Republic of Illinois and the People's District of Columbia, which honor only what sections of the Bill of Rights that please the elitist lawmakers. Citizens there enjoy only Soviet-

style gun rights and are not allowed to carry firearms.

While concealed-carry is technically legal in the vast majority of states, I would expect some opposition from quite a few lawmakers in places like Massachusetts, New Jersey and Hawaii where concealed carry is supposedly legal, but virtually all permit requests are denied and in California, where you pretty much have to be a movie star or music mogul to get a permit in many areas. By the way, only Vermont and Alaska have actually gotten it right by allowing law-abiding citizens to carry firearms without a permit – those states recognizing that it is the Bill of Rights, not state law that gives citizens these rights. Sen. Mark Begich, (D-Alaska), incidentally, is cosponsor of this bill.

• The DNR is filling seven conservation-officer positions statewide.

Minimum qualifications are graduation from an accredited four-year college (preference given to

natural-sciences or law-enforcement degrees) or previous law-enforcement experience may be substituted.

To be considered for a position, you must pass a physical test, which is scheduled for 8 a.m. April 13th and 14th at the South Charleston Community Center, 601 Jefferson Street.

The physical test consists of three parts, a 37.5 yard swim (fully clothed), 18 push-ups in one minute, 27 sit-ups in one minute and a 1.5mile run in 15 minutes, 20 seconds or less.

About 10 years ago, I took that physical test. I grew up on the banks of the Elk River, so I've always been able to swim well. The hardest part for me initially was the 1.5-mile run.

However, after a couple of months of some intense training, I could run 1.5 miles in the time allotted, I could do the push-ups and sit-ups in the time allotted and I could swim well. Yet, I failed the run portion of the test because I was exhausted from the swim.

What I wasn't ready for was doing

all three in a row and if you are training for this test, keep in mind that you are going to have to do all these pushups, sit-ups and this run very soon AFTER you've done this exhausting swim. Trust me, it is exhausting, because you have to do it fully clothed (but no jeans or sweatpants).

My mistake during the swim was wearing a pair of polyester-blend slacks that were loose-fitting and the pant legs created a great amount of drag in the water. I would suggest trying out different slacks in the water before you take your test.

I also strongly suggest that as you train, try doing all three in a row.

Swim 40 yards fully clothed, change into some shorts and a t-shirt, do the push-ups and sit-ups, then time yourself in a 1.5-mile run. For more details – and an application – visit www.wvdnr.gov/lenforce/employment.shtm, or contact the DNR Law Enforcement Section at (304) 5582784.

Contact David Payne Sr. at davidpayne@theputnamstandard.com.

Fish Consumption Advisories Updated

By David Payne Sr. davidpayne@theputnamstandard.com

Officials have updated West Virginia's sport-fish consumption advisory, with a small change thanks to improving contaminant levels on the Kanawha River upstream of Dunbar and a coordinated multi-state effort to provide consistent advisories this year for the Ohio River.

The fish consumption advisories are based on a cooperative effort of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources, Bureau of Public Health and the Division of Environmental Protection.

Brett Preston, West Virginia DNR wildlife resources chief, said the advisories are intended primarily for high-risk groups – children, pregnant women, nursing mothers, or women who plan to become pregnant.

“If I'm not in any of those groups, I might eat three meals a month (in a two-meal-a-month advisory), trying to balance the health benefits of eating fish versus something else that may be higher in fat and cholesterol.

That's why you have to develop risk management, people make decisions based on risk, whether driving a car or eating meals. We try to give general guidelines and be specific for waters where we have information, so people can make an informed decision,” Preston said.

The most stringent advisories are

This Ohio River smallmouth bass would fall under the ORSANCO consumption advisory for black bass, two meals a month. brought on by dioxin and polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) contamination, a legacy left over from historical pollution. The contaminants remain in the environment for many years.

Dioxins are stored in body fat and can remain in the system for a decade, but eating wild fish isn't the only source – trace amounts can be found in other foods - and virtually everyone has some level of it in their system. PCBs were commonly used

in as dielectric and in coolant fluids in electrical components, such as transformers, motors and capacitors.

Production was outlawed in the United States in 1979.

Mercury pollution, however, is ongoing. The largest source of mercury pollution is coal-fired power plants.

Test results have indicated lower levels of polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) in the Kanawha River upstream of the I-64 bridge in Dunbar.

This year, the one-meal-a-month consumption advisory for channel catfish less than 17-inches long has been dropped on that stretch of river. The statewide advisory is one meal a week.

On Kanawha River downstream of the I-64 bridge in Dunbar: there is a “do not eat” advisory for Flathead catfish, channel catfish, carp, hybrid striped bass, suckers, do not eat, because of dioxin and PCBs. All other fish one meal a week. These advisories include all backwaters, including Armour Creek, Heizer Creek, Manila Creek and the lower two miles of the Pocatalico River.

West Virginia DNR fish biologist Zack Brown said that while the advisories are simply a means to help people calculate risk, people should pay close attention to the “do-noteat” advisories.

“We base our lives on weighing risk factors. Every day you take risks, people get in their cars and drive, some smoke or drink alcohol and it's to let people know that certain factors increase health risks. We do have a couple of do-not-eat advisories – I would be very respectful of those,” he said.

This year the fish advisories are a bit less confusing for the Ohio River.

In the past, each state did its own sampling, leading to slightly different advisories for the same stretches of water on the Ohio River (of which

West Virginia claims to the historic low-water mark on the Ohio side, but a small strip of the river is in Ohio).

This year's Ohio River advisories were coordinated by the Ohio River Sanitation Commission, resulting in one set of advisories for certain stretches of river.

On the Ohio River, from Belleville (Wood County) to the Kentucky border, the advisory is two meals a year for channel catfish greater than 18 inches. Channel catfish less than 18 inches, carp, flathead catfish, freshwater drum larger than 14 inches, striped bass, hybrid striped bass, suckers, and white bass are one meal a month on that section of the Ohio.

The statewide advisory for hybrid striped bass and white bass is one meal a month due to mercury and PCBs. The Black bass, channel catfish greater than 17 inches, flathead catfish, rock bass, walleye, saugeye and suckers advisory is two meals a month, also because of mercury and PCB. Channel catfish less than 17 inches and all other fish (except rainbow trout) to one meal per week. There is no advisory for rainbow trout.

The complete list of advisories for the state’s waters is available in the current Fishing Regulations publication.

Contact David Payne Sr. at davidpayne@theputnamstandard.com.

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Obituaries

Page 8 – March 26-30, 2012 WENDELL SCOTT "SCOTTIE" ALFORD DEANNA S. BOWLES BRYAN KEITH BUCKLE JULIA "JUDY" DARE CASTO ELDA MAE (TAYLOR) CHATTIN PHYLLIS NOTTINGHAM DAWSON MABEL LOUISE SIZEMORE FINNEY ANDY N. FRANCISCO SANDRA KAY GILLESPIE EZZLE MAE HARDMAN GARY E. HENSLEY RUTH ALICE HULL GARNETT RUTH JEFFRIES PETE IRA LARES VIRGIL L. MYERS RODDRICK A. "Roddy" RICHARDSON JAMES DELANE SAMPLES JOHN RUSSELL STULL MICHELLE DAWN STURGEON MARY ANN HUDNALL TAYLOR

WENDELL SCOTT "SCOTTIE" ALFORD Wendell Scott "Scottie" Alford, 43, of Fraziers Bottom passed away March 17, 2012, at his home on 5 & 20 Mile Road.

He was employed by Frontier Communications, and was an Air Force veteran, having served eight years as a fireman.

He is survived by his son, Dillon Scott Alford of Witcher Creek, who he loved with all his heart.

He is also survived by his parents, Wendell Wayne and Linda Lee (Grant) Alford of Fraziers Bottom; his sister, Tamara Lee Toney and her husband, Bryan; a very special nephew, Charles "Chad" Withers IV; and two special nieces, Olivia Elaine Toney and Brooklyn Lee Toney, all of Milton.

He is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins; and a very special friend, Crystal Howsare of Chesterfield, Mich.

Funeral services were held Friday, March 23, at Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane with Pastor Ronnie Brown and Pastor Junior Gilbert Smith officiating.

Burial followed in Lunsford Cemetery, Milton. Military honors were provided at the cemetery by James Marshall American Legion Post #187, Winfield.

Anyone wishing to leave an online condolence or memory may do so at www.chapmanfuneralhomes.com.

Chapman Funeral Home, Hurricane, was honored to handle

Scottie's arrangements.

DEANNA S. BOWLES Deanna S. Bowles, 69, of St. Albans passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House, Charleston.

Born September 12, 1942, in Charleston, she was a daughter of the late John H. and Irene Morton Sheets. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Deanna "Dede" Bowles Vaughan; and son, John W. Bowles.

Deanna was a nursing assistant and patient service clerk with CAMC Women's and Children's Hospital. She was also a Christian.

She is survived by her daughter, Claudia Ann Dangerfield and her fiance, Scott Wolfe, of St. Albans; brother and sister-in-law, Carl E. "Pete" and Nancy Sheets of Westerville, Ohio; grandson, C.J. Bowles of Sissonville; nephews, Jamie, Kerry and Steven; and niece, Laura; as well as many loving cousins. She is also survived by her former husband, Claude W. Bowles and his wife, Mickie, of Charleston; and Heather Sneed.

Graveside services were held Thursday, March 22, at Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston with Brother Roger Wolfe officiating.

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

Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans, was in charge of arrangements.

BRYAN KEITH BUCKLE Bryan Keith Buckle, 26, of Apple Grove, WV, died Friday, March 16, 2012 in Lesage, WV. He was born August 12, 1985, in Gallipolis, Ohio, a son of Mike and Beverly (Shank) Buckle of Apple Grove. Bryan was a 2003 graduate of Point Pleasant High School, a member of Mount Union United Methodist Church in Pliny, WV, and was employed

by American Electric Power at the Central Machine Shop in South Charleston, WV as a turbine machinist.

He was preceded in death by, paternal grandparents, Lester and Beulah Buckle; maternal grandmother, Betty Jo Finley Shank; and a cousin, Chad Brodsky.

Surviving in addition to his parents are, the Love of His Life, daughter "Princess" Anna Grace

Buckle; brother, Brandon (Ashley) Buckle of Apple Grove; maternal grandfather, Glenn (Nell) Shank of Gallipolis, Ohio; a special nephew and niece, Connor Lee Buckle and Mya Dawn Buckle of Apple Grove; several aunts, uncles, cousins, and a host of friends.

Bryan was loved by everyone that knew him, and always smiling.

Funeral services were held Thursday, March 22, 2012 at the Mount Union United Methodist Church in Pliny, WV with Evangelist John Smith and Pastor Rick Waller officiating. Burial followed in the Beale Chapel Cemetery in Apple Grove, WV. Wilcoxen Funeral Home in Point Pleasant assisted the family.

Online condolences may be made at www.wilcoxenfuneralhome.com.

JULIA "JUDY" DARE CASTO Julia "Judy" Dare Casto, 73, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and aunt, went home to be with the Lord, surrounded by her loving husband of 54 years, Marshall W. Casto, and her family, on March 14, 2012.

Julia had two sons, Donald and Cindy Casto of London, Ohio, and Danny and Robin Casto of Hendersonville, N.C. She had seven grandchildren, Erin, Toni, Austin, Craig, Adam, Ryan and Chris. She was also blessed with nine great-grandchildren. Also left to cherish her memory are many nieces, nephews, friends, and neighbors. Julia left behind two brothers, Okey Barnett of Nashville, Tenn., and Lee and Phyllis Barnett of Poca; and brother-in-law, Earl Taylor of Poca.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Maryann Taylor of Poca; her brother, Dorsal Barnett of Poca; and Okey's wife, Eva Barnett, also of Nashville.

Julia enjoyed quilting, cooking, gardening, the National Wild Foods Association, helping others every chance she had and many church activities. She was a member of Walker Chapel Bible Church.

A memorial service was held at First Baptist Church, West Jefferson, Ohio, on Friday March 16.

Her final resting place was at Mt. Olive Cemetery, Rock Castle.

Donations may be made to your local hospice.

ELDA MAE (TAYLOR) CHATTIN Elda Mae (Taylor) Chattin, 88, of Leon, passed away on Thursday, March 15, 2012, at her home.

She was a homemaker and had attended Eddy Chapel Church.

Elda was born on September 1, 1923, in Ambrosia, a daughter to the late Elwin Davy and Hazel (Lawson) Taylor.

In addition to her parents, she

The Putnam Standard was also preceded in death by her brothers, Walter, Elwin, Mortimer, Leonard and Dwight; and her sister, Linda Riffle.

Married to William Leroy Chattin for almost 59 years, he preceded her in death in 2000. To this union, seven children were born and survive her; Charles Douglas, of Indianapolis, IN, Ray Eugene (Jane), of Leon, Paul Lee, of Columbus, Ohio, Lewis Wayne (Karen), of Point Pleasant, Mary Louise (Bill) Greer, of Mason, Deborah Ann, of Mt. Alto, and Mark Allan (Janet), of Flatrock; two sisters, Irene Neilson, of Bell Gardens, CA and Stella Mash, of Ambrosia; fifteen grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews have Grandma to thank for being involved in their upbringing.

Elda’s life was remembered Saturday, March 17, 2012, at the Crow-Hussell Funeral Home, with Rev. Joe Hammack officiating. Burial followed in Lone Oak Cemetery.

Elda’s care was entrusted to Crow-Hussell Funeral Home. An online registry is available at www.crowhussellfh.com.

PHYLLIS NOTTINGHAM DAWSON Phyllis Nottingham Dawson, 82, of Nitro completed her earthly journey on Wednesday, March 14, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House. She has gone to be with our Lord God in Heaven to suffer no longer on this earth.

Born May 13, 1929 in Swandale, W.Va., she was the daughter of the late Coleman D. and Victoria Mae Nottingham. She was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved husband, Dennis E. "Tom" Dawson. She was retired from General Electric Credit Corporation, Heck's Inc. and the Poca River Hunting and Fishing Club. She was a 1946 graduate of Clay County High School, often riding to school in the steam engine of a logging train from Swandale to Clay.

Phyllis' greatest pleasure in life was her family. Always sacrificing her needs and wants to take care of and provide for them through the good times and those that were sometimes difficult. She thoroughly enjoyed and loved cooking for her immediate family, as well as her extended family, which consisted of many, many people who she loved and cared for greatly. A complete master at culinary improvisation, she would cook any time you were hungry. It was well known by all who had the pleasure of experiencing her home cooking, if you ever left PD's house hungry, it certainly wasn't her fault. She was the consummate big meal specialist, always ready to feed the masses with a come one, come all attitude. Her love for cooking shall live on forever, as she spent many hours putting together and printing PD's Country Cooking Cookbook for her family

and friends to enjoy. In her cookbook, one can find most of the ingredients for her top "secret" recipes.

She leaves to cherish her memory her three children, Melanie and her husband, Allen Rader, of Eleanor, Dennis E. Jr., "Denny," and his companion, Mara Pauley, of Nitro and Larry and his wife, Debbie, of St. Albans. She also cherished and dearly loved her grandchildren, Carina Ferrell and husband, Thomas, Matt Dawson and wife, Angie, Elizabeth Morgan and husband, Scottie, Michael Dawson, Krysta Dawson and Mauro Medina, Eric Rader and wife, Stephanie, Rebecca and husband, Yonne McHenry, Jason Rader and Travis and Tony Stone.

Just as special to her were her great-grandchildren, Cailey, Arika and Bubba Ferrell, Stephen and Norah Rader, Brandon and Jake Dawson and Maurito and Javier Medina.

In keeping with her wishes, there was a celebration of her life for her family and friends on Saturday, March 17, at Cooke Funeral Home, Nitro, with Pastor Mike Jarrett officiating.

She requested that donations be made in her memory to the Dawson Family Cemetery Fund, c/o Clay County Bank, Clay, WV 25043; and/or Hubbard Hospice House, 1001 Kennawa Dr., Charleston, WV 25311.

Cooke Funeral Home, Nitro was entrusted with the arrangements.

MABEL LOUISE SIZEMORE FINNEY Mabel Louise Sizemore Finney, 87, of Nitro passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House West, South Charleston.

Mabel was a 70-year resident of Nitro, and a former employee of Frankenberger's, Valley Bell and Nitro Church of God. She was a member of Nitro Church of God, the CWC and Friendship Sunday School Class. Mabel was also a member of the Women's Auxiliary of the Nitro Post of the VFW. She was the daughter of the late William and Caroline Riser Sizemore, and was also preceded in death by her sisters and brothers, Margaret Buckley, Virginia Akers, Mattie Jeffers, Owen, Guy, Eli, John, Danny and Bill Sizemore; and granddaughter, Tracy Ann Meadows.

Mabel is survived by her daughter, Karen Hartney and husband, Joe, of Scott Depot; son, Ivan Meadows and wife, Sally, of Nitro; grandchildren, Dean Meadows, Doug Meadows, Joe Hartney and Mary Beth Browning; and great-grandchildren, Zach Meadows, Bradley Meadows, Bryson Meadows, Ethan Hartney and Emma Hartney.

A service to celebrate Mabel's life was held Saturday, March 17, at the Nitro Church of God with

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The Putnam Standard Pastor Rob VanFossen and Pastor Dave McCormick officiating.

Burial followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

Cooke Funeral Home, Nitro was in charge of arrangements.

The family suggests memorial contributions are made to either Nitro Church of God, 15th St. and 2nd Ave., Nitro, WV 25143; or Hubbard Hospice House West, 1606 Kanawha Blvd. W., Charleston, WV 25387.

You may express online condolences at www.cookefuneralhome.com.

ANDY N. FRANCISCO Andy N. Francisco, 83, of Eleanor passed away Monday, March 19, 2012, at Country Villa Care Home, Buffalo following a long illness. He was a retired building construction instructor at the Putnam County Vocational and Technical Center. He attended Midway United Methodist Church. Andy enjoyed his travels west, and loved to fish and spend time at his camp in Pocahontas county.

Born March 13, 1929, he was the youngest son of the late Arthur and Blanche Francisco. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Rosalee Gibson Francisco; his second wife, Maxine Stover Francisco; four brothers; and one sister.

Survivors include his loving son, Gary (Yvonne) Francisco of Buffalo; son-in-law, Roy D. Vine; sisters-in-law, Millie Francisco, Tete Withrow and Dorothy Landers; brother-in-law, Brackston (Pearl) Gibson; grandchildren, Michael (Kasi) Francisco, Michelle (Ron) Blankenship and Ryan D. Vine; great-grandchildren, Hattie and Brodie Fisher and Teaghan, Rowyn and Zander Francisco; step-greatgrandchild, Samantha Blankenship; as well as several nieces and nephews.

The family would also like to thank the special caregivers at Country Villa Care Home and the new friends he made while there, and the hospice caregivers.

Funeral services were held Thursday, March 22, at Raynes Funeral Home, Buffalo with Pastor David Panaro Jr. officiating.

Burial followed in Beech Grove Cemetery, Eleanor.

Online condolences may be sent to the Francisco family, and the online guestbook signed, by visiting www.raynesfuneralhome.com.

Raynes Funeral Home, Buffalo, was in charge of arrangements.

SANDRA KAY GILLESPIE Sandra Kay Gillespie, 59, of Huntington, passed away Monday, March 19, 2012, at Cabell Huntington Hospital.

Funeral services were conducted Thursday, March 22 at the Reger Funeral Chapel by her brother-in-law Garen Maynard.

Burial followed in Woodmere Memorial Park, Huntington.

She was born March 28, 1952, in Huntington, W.Va., a daughter of Jack E. and Mary Regina Hager Curtis, both of Huntington.

Sandra was a former Putnam County schoolteacher.

Additional survivors include her husband of 17 years John E. Gillespie; a son Derrick M. Hatfield of Hurricane, W.Va.; brother Michael Curtis of South Point, Ohio; two sisters, Pamela Baker of Akron, Ohio and Deborah Maynard of Richmond, Ky., and numerous nieces and nephews.

Reger Funeral Home assisted the family.

Condolences may be made to the family at www.regerfh.com.

EZZLE MAE HARDMAN Ezzle Mae Ferrell Hardman, 100, of Red House, formerly of Roane County, passed away Friday, March 16, 2012, at Eldercare of Ripley. Ezzle was a Christian and a member of Shiloah Independent Church, Red House.

Born June 27, 1911, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Lillie Belle Hawkins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husbands, Walter Ferrell and Radar Hardman; a daughter, Ruth Ferrell; three infant sons; a brother, Roy Hawkins; and sisters, Ruby Guthrie and Cora Grant.

Survivors include her caregivers, nephew Don (Linda) Hawkins; great-nephews, David, Mark, and Greg Hawkins and their families; as well as many other nephews, nieces, greatnephews and great-nieces.

Many thanks to the staff at Eldercare of Ripley for the excellent care and loving devotion provided to her during her last days.

Graveside funeral services were held Monday, March 19, 2012, at Ferrell Cemetery, Vicars Ridge in Roane County, with Pastor Larry Covert officiating.

Online condolences may be sent to the Hardman family and the online guestbook signed by visiting www.raynesfuneralhome.com.

Raynes Funeral Home, Buffalo, was in charge of arrangements.

GARY E. HENSLEY Gary E. Hensley, 48, of Myrtle Beach, S.C., died Tuesday, March 13, 2012, at Conway Medical Center, Conway, S.C. Gary was born in Charleston, a son of Mary Ella McCormick Hensley and the late Charles T. Hensley. He was a member of Beach Church, and was also a member of the N.R.A. Gary was truly a virtuous man. He was honorable and courageous every day of his life. To him, words meant something, and he was always true to his own. He was ingrained with kindness, and took pride in being a great neighbor.

He was a man of strong faith who loved the Lord dearly, and the only other love he possessed that

ever compared was the love he had for his family, the family he started with his high school sweetheart, his wife of 25 years.

He never let her go a day without feeling loved and beautiful, and taught his children to strive to find a love like the one they shared. He was a compassionate father, always wanting the best for his children. Gary was so many things to those around him. He was a handyman, a comedian, a friend, a caretaker, a father, a husband, a son, a brother and, most importantly, a man of God. He will truly be missed.

Surviving, in addition to his mother of Myrtle Beach, are his wife of 25 years, Mary E. Hensley of Myrtle Beach; one daughter, Kayla Elizabeth Hensley of Myrtle Beach; one son, Logan Garrett Hensley of Myrtle Beach; maternal grandmother, Mae McCormick of St. Albans; one brother, Todd A. Hensley of Fayetteville, N.C.; five nieces; two nephews; and two canine companions, Butter and Charlotte.

A memorial service was held Sunday at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel, Conway, S.C., with Pastor Craig Cheney officiating.

Memorials may be made to Beach Church, 557 George Bishop Hwy., Myrtle Beach, SC 29579.

Sign a guestbook at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

RUTH ALICE HULL Ruth Alice Hull, 82, of Eleanor passed away Saturday, March 17, 2012, at Putnam Care and Rehabilitation Center in Hurricane following a long illness.

She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Eleanor, and formerly worked as a nurse's aide at Thomas Memorial Hospital, caring for the newborn babies in the Obstetrics Unit. Ruth always enjoyed spending time sewing and quilting.

Born May 4, 1929, she was the daughter of the late William Smith and Mary Hughes Smith.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by five brothers; and three sisters.

Survivors include her loving husband of 62 years, Paul Hull; sons, Paul R. (Gwen) Hull of Dunedin, Fla., and Jim (Regina) Hull of Eleanor; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, March 20, 2012, at First Baptist Church of Eleanor with Pastor David Panaro Sr. and Pastor David Panaro Jr. officiating.

Burial followed in Beech Grove Cemetery, Eleanor.

Online condolences may be sent to the Hull family and the online guestbook signed by visiti n g www.raynesfuneralhome.com.

Raynes Funeral Home, Buffalo,

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GARNETT RUTH JEFFRIES Garnett Ruth Jeffries, 66, of Buffalo passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2012, at her home following a brief illness. She was a lifelong homemaker who loved to knit and loved to cook.

Born January 3, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Joe Moore and Juanita Tinney Moore. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters and one brother.

Survivors include her loving husband, Steven Jeffries of Buffalo; daughters, Teresa (Timothy) Brown of Millwood and Carla (Arthur) Chapman of South Point, Ohio; son, Michael Deren Berger of Florida; sisters, Ann Chandler and Macil Rider; brother, Harrison "Buddy" Rapp; and grandchildren, Brittney Massile, Derek Massile, Tessa Chapman and Chloe Chapman.

In accordance with her wishes, her body was cremated. A gathering of family and friends was held Tuesday, March 20, at Raynes Funeral Home, Buffalo.

Online condolences may be sent to the Jeffries family, and the online guestbook signed, by visi t i n g www.raynesfuneralhome.com.

Raynes Funeral Home, Buffalo, was in charge of arrangements.

PETE IRA LARES Pete Ira Lares, 65, of St. Albans passed away Saturday, March 17, 2012, at St. Mary's Medical Center, Huntington.

Born February 15, 1947, in Hernshaw, he was a son of the late Elbert E. and Oral Meadows Lares.

He was an electrician with the Union Carbide Corporation. He was a member of FOPA #5, St. Albans and the NRA. He is survived by his wife, Mary Jan Marino-Lares; daughter, Nancy Beth Lares-Estep, M.D., of Hurricane; son, Todd A. Lares, M.D., of Charleston; sisters, Bonnie Colagross of Florida and Billie Brown of Kanawha City; and four grandchildren, Austin Ira Estep, James Grant Lares, Clarissa Lares and Anastasia Lares.

Memorial services were held Wednesday, March 21, at Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans with the Rev. Herman Jones officiating.

The family requests donations

are made to Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 811 W. Evergreen Ave., Suite 204, Chicago, IL 60642. You may also share memories or condolences with the family at www.bartlettchapmanfuneralhomes.com.

VIRGIL L. MYERS Virgil L. Myers, 64, of St. Albans passed away on Friday, March 16, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House following a short illness.

He was born on January 9, 1948, in Charleston to the late Clemeth and Juanita Jones Myers. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Donald Myers.

He was a graduate of Dunbar High School and enjoyed spending time doing crafts and loved old time country music.

He is survived by wife of 39 years, Patricia "Patty" Marlene Myers; his sister, Linda Mallet of Poca; two nieces; two nephews; and several great-nieces and nephews.

Graveside services were held Tuesday, March 20, 2012, at Sunset Memorial Park, South Charleston.

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

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

RODDRICK A. "Roddy" RICHARDSON Roddrick A. "Roddy" Richardson, 56, of Milton passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2012, near his residence.

He was born December 15, 1955, in Huntington, a son of the late Charles Richardson and Jane Ann Grass.

Roddy was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served on the USS Sierra during the Vietnam Era with his home port in Charleston, S.C. He was also retired from the John Amos Power Plant and an avid fan of Marshall University sports and San Francisco 49ers football.

He is survived by his wife Delores "Dee" Watts Richardson; two sons, Eric Allen Richardson of Hurricane and his fiancée, Leigh Ann Hannas, and Montana Reed Richardson of Milton and special friend D.J. Black.’

Heck Funeral Home, Milton assisted the family with the services, which were private.

Online condolences may be

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Obituaries

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JAMES DELANE SAMPLES James Delane Samples, 79, of St. Albans passed away Sunday, March 18, 2012, at Hubbard Hospice House West after a long illness. He was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of the Korean Conflict, and a member of the Moose Lodge in Nitro. James had been a resident of St. Albans for 50 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wesley Edgar and Ida Ocie Samples; brothers, Jack W. Samples and Charles "Chuck" Samples; and sisters, Maxine Carney, Margaret Clendenin, Irene Middleton, Maxine Sayre, Corda Shady and Marilyn Stamper.

Surviving are his brother, Darrell Samples of St. Albans; and sister, Lura Kelly of St. Albans.

Funeral services were held Thursday, March 22 at Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar with the Rev. Dr. Larry McCallister officiating. Burial followed in Grandview Memorial Park Mausoleum.

JOHN RUSSELL STULL John Russell Stull, 64, of Hurricane passed away Monday, March 19, 2012, at CAMC-Teays Valley.

Born August 23, 1947, in Man-

nington, he was a son of the late Carney Ray Sr. and Lola B. Kern Stull. He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Lois Stull and Shirley Robinson; as well as a brother, Carney Ray Stull Jr. John was a retired supervisor from the Division of Rehabilitation Services of the State of West Virginia, where his compassionate nature allowed him to help those with special needs. He was instrumental with the beginning of the clothing room for clients at the Rehab Center. He was a member and usher at Dunbar Mountain Mission, and was active with the Christmas basket program and the food program of the church. He was a graduate of Fairmont State College with a degree in education, and taught in the public school system and the industrial arts department of Spencer State Hospital. He was also an avid outdoorsman and hunter.

Surviving are his wife, Darla M. Stull; his brothers, William "Bill" Stull of Cortland, Ohio, and James L. Stull of Fairmont; and his dachshund, Ivanna, who he loved greatly.

Funeral services were held Thursday, March 22, at Dunbar Mountain Mission, Dunbar, with Pastor Jim Phillips officiating.

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

to the Little Victories Animal Rescue, 3589 County Rd. 60/11, Ona, WV 25545.

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

MICHELLE DAWN STURGEON Michelle Dawn Sturgeon, 32, of Apple Grove, WV, died Monday, March 12, 2012 at home.

She was born September 11, 1979, in Point Pleasant, a daughter of David Leland Sturgeon and Bonnie Lou (Hill) Sturgeon of Apple Grove. She attended the College Hill Church and was a homemaker.

Michelle was preceded in death by a son, Christopher Sturgeon; maternal grandparents, Christopher and Louella Hill; and paternal grandparents, Lewis and Maxine Sturgeon.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her children, David Foster, Taylor Sturgeon, Dakota Bryan, Issac Chandler, Jacob Ogier, Chloe Sturgeon, and Staci Foster; two brothers, Mike (Kimberly) Sturgeon and Chris Sturgeon; four nieces, Natasha Sturgeon, Kaleigh Sturgeon, Nevaeh Sturgeon, and Lilly Sturgeon; and a special aunt, Sonya Eshelman.

Funeral services were held Sunday, March 18, 2012 at the Wilcoxen Funeral Home in Point Pleasant with Pastor Darrell

The Putnam Standard Johnson officiating. Burial followed in the Apple Grove Memorial Gardens at Apple Grove.

Online condolences may be made at www.wilcoxenfuneralhome.com.

MARY ANN HUDNALL TAYLOR Mary Ann Hudnall Taylor was born January 3, 1948, in Charleston. She passed away unexpectedly at home on March 3, 2012. She was a lifelong resident of West Virginia, graduating from Charleston High School in 1966.

Mary Ann recently retired from Jackson Kelly Law offices, where she worked as a legal secretary for almost 33 years. She loved her job and the people she worked with, especially her boss, Gary Hart.

Mary Ann was preceded in death by her mother, Martha Lea Ferrell Hudnall; father, William Daten Hudnall Sr.; one brother, William "Billy" Daten Hudnall Jr.; sister, Sue Wolfe Hubert; sister, Martha Rowena "Rennie" Hudnall Stone (Lloyd D. Stone Sr.); one nephew, William E. "Bo" Stone; three dogs, Budweiser "Bud" Taylor, Booger Troy and Butch Troy; and three cats, Bill Troy, Sierra Troy and Bandit Troy Taylor.

Survivors include one daughter, Malibu Taylor Troy of Charleston; granddaughter, Nicole Troy Myers (Brandon);

and great-granddaughter, Brandi Nicole Myers, whose recent birth made her extremely happy; nephews, Lloyd "Smokey," Martin "Jubie" and Forrest "Cleve" Stone; one niece, Marylee (Pinky/Stone) Wallace; several grand- and great-grand-nieces and nephews; and seven grieving dogs, Blacky Ann Taylor, Smokey Dale Taylor, Sabien Taylor, Hooch Budweiser Booger Troy, Sandi Sara "PeePee" Troy, Jasmine Jasper Troy and Bandi Lou "Cujo" Troy.

Mary Ann had various dogs who she loved throughout the years. Her favorite was Bud, whose ashes will be buried with her. Throughout her life, she would put family first above all else. She was known to be a very hard and dedicated worker who took pride in her work. Mary Ann was honest to a fault, sometimes brutally so. Her passing has created a void which cannot ever be filled. Our only consolation is that she was happy, finally able to stay home doing what she enjoyed. Most importantly, Mary Ann knew we loved her deeply and will ever hold her in our hearts.

Online condolences may be sent to www.tylermountainfuneralhome.com.

She will be deeply loved and missed every day.

Putnam County breakfast, lunch menus for April Putnam County Schools – Menu – April 2012 PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS – CHILD NUTRITION BREAKFAST/LUNCH MENU Tuesday, April 3: Breakfast Pizza LUNCH: BEEFY NACHOS, Lettuce/Tomato/Cheese, Steamed Corn, Applesauce, Milk

Wednesday, April 4: MVP Breakfast/Yogurt LUNCH: EASTER LUNCHEON - TURKEY ROAST w/GRAVY, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Wheat Roll/Frosted Cake, Milk Thursday, April 5: Scrambled Eggs Sausage/Biscuit LUNCH: HOT DOG w/SAUCE, Cole Slaw, Baked Beans, French

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Friday, April 6: IS DAY - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS APRIL 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 – SPRING BREAK WEEK!

Thursday, April 19: Egg & Cheese on English Muffin LUNCH: SPAGHETTI w/MEATSAUCE, Tossed Salad, Corn on the Cob, Mixed Fruit Cup, Wheat Roll, Milk

Wednesday, April 25: Scrambled Eggs, Canadian Bacon/Toast LUNCH: PORK BBQ ON A BUN, Cole Slaw, Baked Potato, Green Beans, Gelatin w/Fruit, Milk

Monday, April 16: Oatmeal Muffin Square LUNCH: BREADED CHICKEN NUGGETS, Macaroni & Cheese, Pineapple Chunks, Cheese-Garlic Biscuit, Milk

Friday, April 20: Pizza Bagel LUNCH: BREADED CHICKEN ON A BUN, Romaine Lettuce/Tomato, French Fries, Marinated Bean Salad. Watermelon Wedge, Milk

Thursday, April 26: Blueberry Muffin, Yogurt Cup LUNCH: PEPPERONI ROLL, Caesar Salad w/WW Croutons, California Blend Veg’s, Sliced Peaches, Milk

Tuesday, April 17: Potato Rounds/Toast LUNCH: SALISBURY STEAK w/GRAVY, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans/Applesauce. Wheat Breadstick. Milk

Monday, April 23: Mini Pancakes LUNCH: PIZZA, Steamed Spinach, Fresh Carrots w/Dip, Apple Crisp, Vanilla Ice Cream, Milk

Friday, April 27: Biscuit w/Gravy LUNCH: HAMBURGER ON A BUN, Romaine Lettuce, Tomato/Cheese, Potato Wedges, Fresh Melon Cup, Milk

Wednesday, April 18: French Toast Sticks LUNCH: GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH, VEGETABLE BEEF SOUP w/Crackers, Sliced Pears, Yogurt Cup, Milk

Tuesday, April 24: Breakfast Pizza LUNCH: CHICKEN FAJITA, Lettuce/Tomato/Cheese, Refried Beans, Orange Wedges, Chips w/Salsa, Milk

GET A NUTRITIOUS START TO THE DAY WITH SCHOOL BREAKFAST! DAILY BREAKFAST CHOICES A S S O R T E D CEREAL/JUICE/FRESH FRUIT/YOGURT/WW TOAST/MILK DAILY LUNCH CHOICES – ASSORTED FRESH FRUITS/VEGETABLES ON THE SALAD BAR MENU ITEMS ARE ALWAYS SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.

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HOMEMAKER/PE RSONAL ASSISTANTS NEEDED to assist the elderly in their home. Immediate openings in Hurricane, St. Albans, Nitro and Cross Lanes. Free training is provided. Call 1-800319-4206 Monday through Friday between 8:30am and 4:30pm. EOE. (2tc 3-27 pca) PART-TIME FREELANCE WRITERS NEEDED – Putnam

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These students from Buffalo High School recently participated in the Future Business Leaders of America statewide leadership conference in Morgantown. Courtesy photo SCHOOL FROM PAGE 1 Kierra Bays—participant Word Processing II Taylor Briscoe—participant FBLA Principles and Procedures Jessica Burdette & Geneva Hutchison—participant Business Presentation Bailey Clendenin—participant Business Communications

Kyle Frazier—participant Public Speaking I Lucreshia Hescht—participant Job Interview Kaitlyn Higginbotham—participant Business Math Hunter Jones—participant Public Speaking I Danielle Martin—participant Word Processing II

Abby Gibbs—3rd place Business Math Kali Templeton—3rd place Business Law Sarah French—2nd place Electronic Career Portfolio Ryan Humphrey—2nd place Business Calculations Christa Brown, Courtney Persinger, & Hannah Toney—1st

place for Business Plan Amelia Cobb, Skye Kinser, & Dakota Reedy—1st place for Digital Video Production Abby Hull—1st place Electronic Career Portfolio Alex Jividen—1st place Personal Finance Students that placed first through third are eligible to rep-

resent the state at the Future Business Leaders of AmericaPhi Beta Lambda 2012 National Leadership Conference in San Antonio, Texas June 29-July 2.

Also representing Buffalo High School, Putnam County and the state is Christa Brown, the newly elected state FBLA vice president.