The Putnam Standard

Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012

EXTRA ONLINE EDITION

SUPREME COURT JUSTICE PRAISES CREATION OF BUSINESS COURT. PAGE 5

Parents sue school board for son’s injuries

Buffalo,Hurricane enhance their football playoff chances

By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

By Kyla Asbury www.wvrecord.com

WINFIELD — A Culloden couple is suing the Putnam County Board of Education after their son was injured at Hurricane High School.

On Sept. 9, 2010, Hunter Fitzwater was a student at Hurricane High School and was seated at a desk located in the rear portion of his assigned classroom when a classmate was leaning on a stack of archery targets located near Fitzwater’s seat and the targets fell forward, striking Fitzwater in the head and forcing his head directly onto the top of his desk, according to a complaint filed Sept. 5 in Putnam Circuit Court.

Jimmy Fitzwater and Lorie Fitzwater claim as a result of the dual blows to Hunter Fitzwater’s head, he suffered an immediate loss of consciousness and, thereafter, an altered state of consciousness for an extended period of time.

The Board of Education owed Hunter Fitzwater a duty to warn him of the dangers and risks associated with the hazard posed and created by the Board when it chose to store, stack and/or maintain the archery targets in the classroom, according to the suit.

SEE SUIT ON PAGE 3

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

PARKERSBURG -- When the latest West Virginia Secondary Schools Activities Commission high school football rankings were released Tuesday afternoon, both Buffalo and Hurricane high schools improved their post season positions.

Coming off a 23-21 victory over Wirt County Friday night, Buffalo was ranked as the No. 5 team in Class A in the newest set of rankings.

The top 16 teams in each class qualify for the postseason playoffs and the top 8 teams in each class get the opportunity to host a playoff game if their facilites meet WVSSAC requirements.

Following the victory over Wirte County, the Bison are now 5-1.

Buffalo will play next this Friday night at Calhoun County at 7:30 p.m. Calhoun County is 2-5 on the season and was ranked No. 29 in Class A. Hurricane High School also improved their playoff chances

Buffalo quarterback Levi Jordan has led the Bison to a top 5 ranking, putting the team in a strong position to make the postseason playoffs. Photo by Jack Bailey following Friday night’s 21-0 victory over the Ripley Vikings.

Hurricane was ranked No. 10 in Class AAA in the rankings released Tuesday, tied with Logan

High School.

Hurricane is now 4-2 on the season.

Hurricane will get a chance to continue to improve its position

this Friday when it travels to play at Greenbrier East.

Greenbrier East is 2-4 on the SEE RANKINGS ON PAGE 3

Commission declares Breast Cancer Awareness Day

By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

WINFIELD – The Putnam County Commission approved a resolution at its Tuesday, Oct. 9, meeting proclaiming the day as Breast Cancer Awareness day in Putnam County.

October is national Breast Cancer Awareness month and breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed form of cancer

in both the United States and West Virginia.

It is estimated that more than 1,300 women and men will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year.

In the resolution, regular screenings for breast cancer after age 40 are encouraged, and monthly self exams are also encouraged.

The resolution was approved unanimously and was to be

posted on the first floor of the Putnam County courthouse along with a wreath recognizing those who have fought breast cancer.

In other news at the Oct. 9 meeting, commissioners approved the county's annual financial statement.

Commissioners also approved the following Community Partnership Grant Contracts: • $15,000 for the Putnam

County Animal Shelter; • $3,000 for the Hoge House; • $3,300 for the Buffalo/Eleanor Midget League.

The commission also approved a payment order to Silling Associated for $5,902 for work on the courthouse windows.

The next meeting of the Putnam County Commission will be Tuesday, Oct. 23, at 9 a.m. at the courthouse in Winfield.

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Community Calendar

Page 2 – October 9-13,2012 Clothing Give-Away!

Not a flea market, not a yard sale… but a … CLOTHING GIVE AWAY!! Sponsored by Tyler Mountain/Cross Lanes Community Services at Cross Lanes United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, Frontier Drive, Cross Lanes – October 20, 2012 from 9 am to 2 pm.

Call for Crafters!!!

Come share your talents…

Cross Lanes Methodist Church Craft Day and Bake Sale – Saturday, November 3rd, 9 am – 2 pm.

Space - $20.00. Space with table - $25.00.

Event also includes Annual Health Fair, sponsored by the Woman’s Club of Cross Lanes.

For more information and table reservations, call church office 304-776-3081 or 304-7761362.

Revival A revival will be held the week of October 14th to 20th at 7 p.m. nightly, with Evangelist, Wayne Runyon, at the Allens Fork Community Church, located on Allens Fork Road, Sissonville, WV. The Allens Fork Church Choir will be singing nightly along with a featured guest singing group: Oct. 14th – Sun. – Church Singers Oct. 15th – Mon. – Pitchford Family Oct. 16th – Tues. – Living Sacrifice Oct. 17th – Weds. – Jay Humphrey Trio Oct. 18th – Thurs. – The Builder’s Quartet Oct. 19th – Fri. – Shiloh Oct. 20th – Sat. – TBA Pastor Jerry Bonnett welcomes everyone. For more information/directions please call 9882156.

Trick or Treat Trick or Treat in the City of Hurricane is Tuesday, October 30th from 6:00 to 8:00.

Attention “Area Crafters“, Vendors, Churches, Clubs, Businesses, Antique & Flea Market Lovers . . .

Get exposure & raise money for “FREE”, October 20th, during

Buffalo Octoberfest’s 25th Year, to be held 9 am to 5pm, on the 5acre grounds of Buffalo Shopping Center (Putnam).

Get Exposure & Raise Money for “FREE”! And . . . . It’s Still Growing! New: “WVU Tailgate Tent“!

FREE Space: 304 - 937- 2747!

Eleanor Craft Show Reservations are now being accepted for crafters and vendors at the annual Eleanor Craft Show. This event is scheduled for Saturday November 3, 2012, 9 AM- 3PM, at the Eleanor Fire Department building. Call Linda 304-937-3427 for an application.

Sponsored by the Buffalo Nazarene Church Ladies Aide.

Food Pantry The Food Pantry at Scott Depot Christ Fellowship on Teays Valley Road is open from 911 a.m. on the 3rd Saturday of each month. For more information, call 304-757-9166.

Trick or Treat set for Oct. 30 The Putnam County Commission has set Tuesday, Oct. 30, as the day for Trick or Treat in all unincorporated areas of Putnam County. Trick or Treat will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous Can Help If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help.

Call Alcoholics Anonymous at 1.800.333.5051 or find meeting locations at www.aawv.org.

Winfield Community Church hosts Food Pantry Winfield Community Church offers a Food Pantry to assist those in and around the community. New hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the 3rd Saturday of each month at the church office, 3680 Winfield Road, Suite B, Winfield.

For more information please call the church office at 304-5861146, M-F from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Winfield Community Church is located at 144 Rocky Step Road

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in Scott Depot. Sunday worship begins at 10:45 a.m.

S.T.A.R.S. teams w/Octoberfest You and your family are invited to join the unbelievable FREE fun at The Annual “S.T.A.R.S. FAMILY FUN FEST” held from 12n – 2p, during the 2012 BUFFALO OCTOBERFEST and tagged as the “FREE KIDS GAME ZONE”! A fun time for KIDS & TEENS to enjoy a HUGE selection of inflatable games & more at NO COST – IT’S ALL FREE! (You won’t believe it – ‘till you see it!) - also featuring this year: LIVING HISTORY Enactors and Buffalo High School‘s NEW “Haunted High“!

Buffalo Octoberfest Activities include: Arts & Craft Show, Great Entertainment – All Day, Large Variety of food and more – All Day, Living History Enactors, Apple Butter Making, Pumpkin Rolls and Baked Goods, S.T.A.R.S. Family Fun Fest – 12n to 2p, Antiques and more, ”Free Kids Game Zone”

by S.T.A.R.S., Gospel, Bluegrass and Country, Dancing and Fiddling Performances, Face Painting, “Free” Halloween Costume Contest – 3p, Pony Rides, Flea Market Finds, Business/ Information Exhibits, Huge Selection of Inflatable Games, Petting Zoo, WVU “Tailgate Tent with Cornhole, Plus… A Whole Lot More Fun! Everyone Welcome! Rain or Shine! See you at the Fest!

Celebrating 25 Years – and it’s still growing!

More Information on the FREE “S.T.A.R.S. FAMILY FUN FEST” and the FREE “Halloween Costume Contest” OR FREE Booth/Exhibit Space, FREE Food Booths and FREE Special Activities Space, call 304–937–2747.

Autoimmune Support Group An autoimmune support groups meets on the first and third Mondays of each month at noon. The meeting is held in the upper level of the September House located beside Cross Roads United Methodist Church, 850 Norway Avenue, Huntington. For additional information, call Carolyn Hopper at 781-7434 or Kimberly Marcum at 7364957.

Putnam County WVU Extension Service Open House Date: Saturday, Oct. 13

• Foreclosures • Repossessions • Phone Calls Free consultations with

Attorney Mitch Klein

304-562-7111 www.wvbankruptcylawcenter.com

Time: 1 – 4 p.m.

Location: Valley Park’s large picnic shelter Hurricane, W.Va. Join our experts in agriculture, nutrition, and 4-H youth development as we explore all that the Putnam County WVU Extension Service has to offer.

• Free activities • Expert information • Trusted resource For more information contact the Putnam County office of the WVU Extension Service at 304586-0217.

Hometown Lions Club The Lions Club is the oldest service organizations in the world. We, Hometown Lions Club are a small part of this organization of which we are proud to be a part of.

As a club in Putnam County and small in number, we are very active in our community. Every year we hold eye screenings at every middle school in the county for the 6th grade classes of which there were 719 of which 168 of those were referred to a doctor for further evaluation and we were asked to screen the 2nd graders this year of which we did 320.

We hold an Easter Egg Hunt at Hometown Elementary School, an essay contest is held in May for the 5th grade students on what the flag means to me and the winner is given a $100.00 savings bond. We plant a tree or trees on Arbor Day at the school every year; we host the Putnam county homecoming in Winfield and have done so since 1988. We support the W.V. sight conservation Foundation where anyone who cannot afford surgeries and meet the requirements they are sent to Morgantown with no cost to them, we also participate in the Poca Heritage Day and Buffalo Octoberfest.

We are small in number and are looking for some good members who want to help others and aren’t afraid to meet new people and hard work, the pay is the satisfaction of helping others.

If you would like to know more about us or another club in your area call 304-586-3614 and ask for George Woodrum.

St. Francis Bingo St. Francis Church at 525 Holley Street, St. Albans holds Bingo every Monday evening beginning with Early Birds at 5pm.

Concessions are available.

Please call (304) 727-3033 for

The Putnam Standard more information.

Public Service Announcement Each year, the West Virginia Division of Labor is required by statute to investigate and determine the prevailing hourly rate of wages that must be paid to the various classifications of workmen and mechanics that are utilized by contractors that perform construction or maintenance work on public improvements as defined by West Virginia Code 21-5A-1(4).

Anyone who is interested in participating in this important process should contact the West Virginia Division of Labor at (304) 558-7890, extension 163 to request a survey form. For those that would prefer to submit their information electronically, an online form is available on the Division of Labor’s website @ www.wvdol.org.

Participation in this process is not mandatory, however, this office requests that you complete the survey forms and return them no later than October 12, 2012. Please complete the survey forms according to the accompanying instructions. Any information submitted after that date will not be considered for the 2013 Prevailing Wage promulgation.

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

Flea Market, Hot Dog & Bake Sale OCTOBER 13, 2012 from 9 A.M. - 4 P.M. at Mt. Salem United Methodist Church, 4 1/2 east of Hurricane on Rt. 60 across from covered bridge on the left.

There will be flea market items, baked goods, hard rock candy & our famous hot dogs selling @ $1.00 each or $1.50 for two. Eat in or carry out.

Come one, Come all. Hope to see you there! Everyone Welcome!!!!!

Rotary Pancake Breakfast The Putnam County Rotary Club will have a pancake breakfast on Saturday, Oct. 27, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Applebee's in Teays Valley. The cost is $5. All proceeds go to the Putnam Rotary Club to the End Polio Now campaign. To purchase tickets, see any Rotary Club member, or contact Rotary Club President Tina McComas at (304) 6383493.

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Community News

Man sues Teays Valley Emergency Physicians

By Kyla Asbury www.wvrecord.com

WINFIELD — A man is suing Teays Valley Emergency Physician for deviated from the applicable standard of care while he was a paying patient.

Charleston Area Medical Center, Inc. was also named as a defendant in the suit.

Robert G. Jones Jr. began a patient of the defendants beginning in July 2011, according to a complaint filed Sept. 11 in

Putnam Circuit Court.

Jones claims the defendants deviated from the applicable standard of care and were negligent in their care and treatment of him when they failed to follow through after ordering an MRI to diagnose his condition.

Once it was determined that an MRI was necessary to diagnose Jones’ condition, it was “below the standard of care to abandon that decision,” according to the suit.

Jones claims, if a is unable to tolerate the MRI due to pain, the MRI should have been performed under sedation and/or he should have been transferred and a neurosurgery consult should have been made.

As a result of the deviation, Jones sustained bodily injuries; suffered physical pain and mental anguish; sustained disfigurement and deformities; incurred medical expenses; sustained humiliation and embarrassment; and suffered im-

pairment of his capacity to enjoy life, according to the suit.

Jones is seeking compensatory damages with pre- and post-judgment interest.

He is being represented by William S. Druckman and Madonna C. Estep.

The case has been assigned to Circuit Judge Phillip Stowers.

Putnam Circuit Court case number: 12-C-279

Business After Hours set for Oct. 25 at Toyota BUFFALO -- The next Business After Hours sponsored by the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce will take place at Toyota Motor Manufacturing WV, Inc., from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 25.

The Chamber asked that guests arrive at least 15 minutes early.

Business After Hours provides a social, but professional venue for business people to make new contacts and expand their presence in the business community.

Toyota is located at 1 Sugar Maple Lane in Buffalo.

Participation is open to all Chamber members and their guests.

The cost to attend is $15 per person, RSVPs are required and pre-payment is appreciated.

There will be a cash drawing sponsored by BB&T valued at $1,000, but you must be present to win.

Food and refreshments will also be included in a relaxed social setting.

Additionally, the Chamber identifies future Business of the Month winners from the calling cards of those in attendance.

RSVPs are required by Oct. 23.

To obtain membership information or to make reservations, please contact the Chamber at (304) 757-6510 or chamber@putnamcounty.org.

No. 27 team in the latest rankings.

The Generals lost to top ranked Cabell Midland last week 63-0 to drop to 2-5 on the

season.

Winfield is off this week.

In Class AA, Poca High School was ranked No. 28 in the latest rankings.

The Dots lost to Webster County last Friday night 34-24 to drop their record to 2-5 on the season.

Poca is off this week.

have been significantly impaired; and his enjoyment of life has been permanently impaired.

Jimmy Fitzwater and Lorie Fitzwater have suffered the loss of consortium of their son, ac-

cording to the suit.

The Fitzwaters are seeking compensatory damages with pre- and post-judgment interest. They are being represented

by S. Douglas Adkins and John F. Cyrus.

The case has been assigned to Circuit Judge J. Robert Leslie.

Putnam Circuit Court case number: 12-C-274

RANKINGS FROM PAGE 1 season and was ranked No. 24 in Class AAA in the rankings released Tuesday.

Also in Class AAA, Winfield High School was rated as the SUIT FROM PAGE 1 The Fitzwaters claim the Board had a duty to supervise students in and/or around hazards or dangers existing in the classroom wherein the archery targets were stored, stacked and/or maintained.

The Board of Education breached, violated and otherwise failed to comply with its duties and was otherwise negligent by choosing to store, stack and/or maintain the archery targets in the manner in which they were, according to the suit.

The Fitzwaters claims the defendant’s negligence caused Hunter Fitzwater to suffer a traumatic brain injury.

Hunter Fitzwater’s traumatic brain injury has caused him short-term and permanent and life altering cognitive and emotional deficits and residual effects, according to the suit.

The Fitzwaters claim their son has also suffered great pain of body and mind; his future earning capacity has been greatly diminished; his learning and educational capabilities

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Chamber, Standard team up to sponsor Candidate Forum STAFF REPORT HURRICANE -- The Putnam County Chamber of Commerce, Generation Putnam and The Putnam Standard are hosting a Forum on Candidate Wednesday, October 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Sleepy Hollow Golf Club.

“The Chamber of Commerce does not endorse candidates, but does encourage its members and the public to acquaint themselves with the candidates in order to become better informed voters,” said Marty Chapman, Chamber of Commerce President.

Candidates for all contested State Legislature and Putnam County offices have been invited to address the public and respond to questions taken from the audience attending the forum.

Reservations are requested and seating is limited. There is a $15 charge for lunch.

For more information or to RSVP, please contact the Chamber office at 304-7576510, Chamber@putnamcounty.org or visit www.putnamchamber.org to register.

Also, in advance of the Candidate Forum, the Putnam Chamber and The Putnam Standard are teaming up to produce a Voter’s Guide.

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Man sues Yamaha over Rhino rollover injuries

By Kyla Asbury www.wvrecord.com

WINFIELD — A man is suing Yamaha Motor Corporation after he claims he was injured when a Yamaha Rhino 660 he was a passenger in rolled over.

Dohm Cycles, Inc. was also named as a defendant in the suit.

On a date prior to Sept. 10, 2010, a customer purchased a 2006 Yamaha Rhino 660 from Dohm, which was eventually

used at a sod farm known as Riverside Sod Farm in Putnam County, according to a complaint filed in Putnam Circuit Court.

Edgar D. Morris, an employee of Riverside Sod Farm, claims on Sept. 10, 2010, he was a passenger in the Rhino 660, which was being operated by a co-worker within the course and scope of their employment.

While he was riding in the vehicle, the Rhino 660 rolled over,

entrapping Morris’ lower left leg, which resulted in a fracture of both the tibia and the fibula, according to the suit.

Morris claims despite surgical intervention, he continues to suffer pain as a result of the injury and his leg contains hardware which will remain in his body for the foreseeable future.

On March 31, 2009, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Yamaha, suspended the sale

of the Rhino 660 as the result of rollover-related deaths and hundreds of reported injuries, many of which involved turns at relatively low speeds on level terrain, according to the suit.

Morris claims the defendants knew or should have known that the product was defective.

As a result of the defendants’ negligence, Morris sustained physical and mental pain and suffering; mental anguish; medical expenses; loss of enjoyment

of life; loss of earnings and earning capacity; and great aggravaannoyance and tion, inconvenience, according to the suit.

Morris is seeking compensatory damages.

He is being represented by Thomas H. Peyton.

The case has been assigned to Circuit Judge Phillip Stowers.

Putnam Circuit Court case number: 12-C-278

Deadline to register to vote in November is Tuesday, Oct. 16 WINFIELD – Early voting in Putnam County for the Nov. 6 General Election will begin on Wednesday, Oct. 24, Putnam County Clerk Brian Wood said.

The complete early voting schedule is as follows: Wednesday, Oct. 24, 8 a.m. to 4

p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 25, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 26, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 27, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday, Oct. 29, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 30, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 31, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 1, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 2, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 3, 9 a.m. to 5

p.m.

All early voting will take place on the second floor of the courthouse in Winfield.

Oct. 16 is the last day to register to vote in the November General Election.

On election day, Nov. 6, polls

will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and voters will vote at individual precincts their throughout the county.

For more information, contact the Putnam County Clerk's Office at (304)586-0202 or visit www.putnamelections.com.

Putnam County Schools October breakfast and lunch menus Putnam County Schools – Menu – October 2012 Putnam County Schools – Child Nutrition Breakfast/Lunch Menu Wednesday, 10/10: Pancake on a Stick LUNCH: CHILI/GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH, Steamed Peas, Mixed Fruit, Milk Thursday, 10/11: Toasted Bagel w/Cream Cheese LUNCH: BBQ CHICKEN BREAST, Tossed Salad w/Ro-

maine, California Blend Vegetables, Applesauce/Wheat Roll/Milk Friday, 10/12: Breakfast Pizza LUNCH: HOTDOG W/SAUCE, Potato Wedges/Cole Slaw, Blueberry Fruit Cup, Milk Monday, 10/15: Pizza Bagel LUNCH: BEEF RIBLETS, Mashed Potatoes, Sugar Snap Peas, Warm Apple Crisp, Milk Tuesday, 10/16: Chicken & Biscuit LUNCH: PORK BBQ ON A

October Birthdays!

Happy Birthday to ALL

Jerry Manning Zachary Billups Adam Black Jacquelyn Blankenship Brittany Carr Mary Carr David Collins Catherine Damron Shirley Damron Sandy Fichter Georgia Ingwerson Mariah “Danni” Jarvis

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

BUN, Baked Beans, Sliced Cucumbers w/Dip, Fresh Banana, Milk Wednesday, 10/17: Egg & Cheese on English Muffin LUNCH: SLICED HAM, Macaroni & Cheese, Steamed Spinach/Strawberry Cup, Wheat Roll, Milk Thursday, 10/18: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffin, Yogurt w/Granola LUNCH: GRILLED CHICKEN & CHEESE RANCH SNACK WRAP, Baked Potato, Orange Wedges, Milk Friday, 10/19: Belgian Waffle Sticks LUNCH: CHEESE STUFFED

BREADSTICK W/MARINARA, Corn on the Cob, Diced Peaches, Orange Sherbet/Milk Monday, 10/22: Mini French Toast LUNCH: CHICKEN & NOODLES, Green Beans, Tossed Salad w/Romaine, Fresh Grapes, Cornbread, Milk Tuesday, 10/23: Breakfast Pizza LUNCH: SCRAMBLED EGGS/SAUSAGE PATTY, Diced Hashbrown Potatoes, Applesauce, Biscuit, Milk Wednesday, 10/24: School Made Wheat Cinnamon Roll LUNCH: SHRIMP POPPERS, Caesar Salad w/School Made Croutons, Steamed Peas, Fruit

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Cocktail/Yogurt Cup, Milk Thursday, 10/25: Oatmeal Cinnamon Toast LUNCH: PEPPERONI ROLL, Steamed Broccoli, Marinated Black Bean Salad, Grapefruit Sections, Milk Friday, 10/26: Biscuit w/Gravy LUNCH: HAMBURGER ON A BUN, Lettuce/Tomato/Cheese, Crinkle Cut Fries, Orange Wedges, Milk Monday, 10/29: Breakfast Bites LUNCH: BREADED CHICKEN STRIPS, Quick Baked Potato, Steamed Carrot Coins, Applesauce/Choc Chip Cookie, Milk Tuesday, 10/30: Egg & Cheese Burrito LUNCH: SPAGHETTI W/MEATSAUCE, Garden Spinach Salad, Sliced Peaches, Garlic Toast, Milk Wednesday, 10/31: Pumpkin Bar LUNCH: TURKEY & CHEESE ON A BUN, Romaine Lettuce/Tomato, Steamed Zucchini Squash, Fresh Kiwi Slices, Milk Thursday, 11/1: Chicken & Biscuit LUNCH: ROAST BEEF W/GRAVY, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Sliced Pears, Wheat Roll, Milk Friday, 11/2: Blueberry Muffin, Yogurt w/Granola LUNCH: GRILLED CHICKEN ON A BUN, Romaine Lettuce/Tomato, Baked Beans, Fresh Grapes, Milk

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October 9-13,2012 – Page 5

Supreme Court justice says new Business Court exciting

By Kyla Asbury www.wvrecord.com

CHARLESTON – State Supreme Court Justice Brent Benjamin is eager to see the new Business Court Division get started.

“In the past, there was a misunderstanding about what business court actually was,” Benjamin said Tuesday. “West Virginia was lagging behind in this area, but, legislators have helped immensely and North Carolina’s business court has been an outstanding help to us.”

Benjamin discussed West Virginia’s Business Court Division, which opens Oct. 10, at a meeting of the Judge John A. Field Jr. American Inn of Court in the Robert C. Byrd Federal Building & U.S. Courthouse.

West Virginia’s Business Court Division will be headquartered in Martinsburg, but the state is separated into seven regions where court can be held.

“In the Business Court Division, the judges will go to the cases—not the other way around,” Benjamin said.

“The cases will be heard

Supreme Court Justice Brent Benjamin discusses West Virginia’s new Business Court Division. Courtesy photo

where they were filed.”

Benjamin said the Business Court Division will involve business-to-business litigation and not consumers.

“Commercial litigation is complex and unique,” he said.

“The judges that will be involved with the business court are on the cutting edge on these matters and will be focused on discovery unique to commercial litigation.”

At the moment, the panel members of the Business Court Division include Berkeley Circuit Judge Christopher C. Wilkes, chairman; Greenbrier Circuit Judge James J. Rowe; Hampshire Circuit Judge Donald H. Cookman; and Wayne Circuit Judge James H. Young Jr., whose term begins in January.

Benjamin said he expects there will be three more judges appointed to the panel.

Each judge will serve a seven-year term.

“These judges are volunteers,” Benjamin said. “They’re not getting paid anything to be a part of the Business Court Division; they’re doing it because they want to be involved.”

Benjamin said the Business Court Division will abide by the same normal time frames as the other court divisions, but with one exception.

“The time standards for general civil cases will apply, but the presiding judge will do their best to conclude the business litigation within 10 months from the date the case management order was entered,” Benjamin said.

“This is the primary selling point of the Business Court Division. It’s a good thing to try and move things along as fast as possible.”

The local American Inn of Court chapter’s president, Vivian H. Basdekis, said the business court is an exciting and significant addition to the court system.

The American Inns of Court is a volunteer legal organization devoted to improving professionalism, ethics, civility and legal skills.

Reprinted from The West Virgina Record. For more stories like this one visit www.wvrecord.com.

West Virginia fall turkey season opens Saturday SUBMITTED REPORT SOUTH CHARLESTON – The fall wild turkey hunting season in West Virginia opens October 13 in selected counties.

The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) predicts the wild turkey harvest this fall will be similar to the 2011 fall hunting season, when hunters took 1,186 turkeys in 33 counties.

This prediction is based on current mast conditions and wild turkey brood reports.

“This year’s mast crop is spotty with some areas having abundant production and some areas with scarce mast conditions,” said Curtis I. Taylor, chief of the

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“The mast conditions will have wild turkey flocks spread out across the landscape, but hunters willing to scout or walk should have no problem locating flocks in areas of abundant mast.”

A total of 36 counties in West Virginia will be open to wild turkey hunting this fall. Counties open to fall turkey hunting include the following: • Fourteen (14) traditional fall

hunting counties will be open to a four-week spilt season (October 13 – October 20 and October 29 – November 17, 2012).

• Seven (7) counties will be open to a two-week split season (October 13 – October 20 and October 29 – November 3, 2012).

• Fifteen (15) counties will have a one-week season (October 13 – October 20, 2012).

More information on the fall wild turkey season and other

hunting regulations can be found in the 2012–2013 West Virginia Hunting and Trapping Regulations Summary. Copies of this

brochure are available at DNR offices, license agents, and on the agency’s website: www.wvdnr.gov.

Outdoors

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Fishing in the Election

David Payne Sr.

Column by David Payne Sr. davidpayne@theputnamstandard.com

Continued from last week, here's a look at some of the questions Keep America Fishing asked the presidential candidates: For Mitt Romney: “When you were Governor of Massachusetts you proposed diverting hunting and fishing license fees to other programs, then reconsidered after anglers and hunters and angler/hunter groups expressed opposition.

Why did you make that proposal and what did you learn from the

experience that caused you to withdraw it?

Romney replied: “When I was elected governor of Massachusetts there was a $3 million budget deficit, and I went to work examining every agency and program to close that gap. I was determined to get my state back on strong fiscal footing. I reconsidered the decision to divert license fees after I received input from local stakeholders, both anglers and others, who expressed to me why this decision should be reconsidered.

Once I understood what this diversion of funds will do, I reversed course and found another way to leave my state with a $2 million rainy day fund when I left office.

This is the same attitude I will bring to the presidency. I have a plan to get this economy back on track, but I also understand the importance of hearing out state and local agencies and fishermen themselves when these types of decisions are made.”

For Obama: “As President you initiated a new national ocean policy that anglers fear poses serious questions about the future of recreational access to our nation's waters. In your second term what

plans do you have for that policy initiative, and can you provide assurance that large areas of public waters will not be unnecessarily closed through this policy?”

Obama responded: “By establishing a National Ocean Policy, I made it a priority of the federal government to ensure a proactive approach to improving the conservation of the ocean, our coasts, and the Great Lakes. We are developing regional plans that bring the states together with regional stakeholders to make sure that everyone has the opportunity to enjoy this shared resource and residents in each region can tailor its management to suit their local needs. This policy cuts away red tape and redundancy to best serve the local communities that depend on our oceans and waters.

Some claim that this kind of planning is intended to deprive fishermen of access to our ocean waters. Nothing could be further from the truth. Instead, our goal is to allow all users of the ocean – including recreational fishermen – have a voice in how our ocean waters are managed.”

Romney was looking at a lot of options because his state was

Outdoors Roundup St. Albans man catches two state-record fish in one day Most anglers go their entire lives without catching a state record fish, but a St. Albans man caught two in one day and actually wrested one record away from himself.

As remarkable as it seems, Mark Foster of St. Albans caught two record fish – a blue catfish and a longnose gar on the same day of Ohio River fishing. Foster caught the 43.9-inch, 44.5-pound blue catfish from the Ohio River while using cut bait. It establishes a new West Virginia record for both length and weight.

Here's where it gets really interesting – the weight record this blue catfish broke was from a fish Foster himself caught in 2011. The previous length record was a 42.25-inch blue catfish caught by Lynn Lange in 2009.

If that wasn't interesting enough, he caught another state record fish that day, a lengthrecord-tying longnose gar – also caught on cut bait. He caught a

52.25-inch, 15-pound longnose gar that ties the current length record held by Shelby Searls. Foster caught the gar on the same day from the Ohio River using cut bait.

Outdoors radio show for early birds Because of my day job, I get up early and am often on the road around 6:30 a.m. There is a great outdoors radio show on 650 AM, WSM, Nashville, at 6:25 a.m.

The show is ten minutes long, but always packed with some great hunting and fishing musings and information. It is hosted byWSM's Bill Cody and Joey Monteleone. As far as I can gather, Monteleone hunts and fishes for a living (he's a guide) and he has some great tips.

It takes some really unique tips to catch my interest, which he does.

One morning last week, he was talking about if you are hunting in oaks and acorns were scarce, you could drop pebbles from your treestand to mimic the sound of acorns falling to maybe bring some deer in.

If you think you can't pick up a

radio station in Nashville, you're wrong. AM radio waves travel great distances from a little after dusk until a little after dawn. Because it's been around since the 1920s, WSM still has one of the old 50,000-watt licenses and is one of only a few dozen stations in the country that can operate with that kind of power. WWVA 1170 in Wheeling is another. You can also listen to it online at www.wsmonline.com.

If you can't get up that early, there's always Chris Lawrence's Outdoors Today spot on WCHS 580 AM, which is syndicated on some other radio stations in the state. He has a nice long show on Saturday mornings, but the daily spot is about a minute long.

Fall Trout Stockings slated: The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources will be stocking 25 streams and eight lakes during the weeks of Oct. 8 and Oct. 15.

Approximately 39,000 pounds of trout will be stocked. Brood trout will make up about 20 percent of the total poundage.

broke and considered diverting license fees. A part of me is somewhat angered by the mere consideration of that, because it is a break from the sacred bond of license fees. We let the government charge those fees because of the good that money would do – and it has done wonderful things. But I do know, when you run a business, you look at every single option until you find a really good one.

As for Obama - last week, I managed somehow to stay neutral. I can't today because I'm too fired up. Obama's national ocean policy makes no distinction between commercial fishing and sport fishing and gives Obama Stalin-like power to shut down fishing anywhere on the oceans or the Great Lakes.

It gives the executive branch power, like a god of the waters, to say who can and who cannot do what on America's waterways.

The American concept of the outdoors is unique – that the animals of the forest and the fish in the water belong to each and every one of us. These decisions of management should be dealt with by the states or Congress if there is a problem that warrants action.

This is power the founding fathers warned us about. This isn't a power Congress, the people, or the Constitution gives him. He just made it up. That's what an executive order like this is – a president just says “I have this power.”

I never trust anybody wanting absolute power who says “trust me. I'll ask you before I use it,” which is a translation of what Obama says in his gobblygook answer above.

He also says it was designed to cut red tape.

The ocean policy includes: a 27member National Ocean Council; an 18-member Governance Coordinating Committee; and 9 Regional Planning Bodies. There are 9 National Priority Objectives; 9 Strategic Action Plans; 7 National Goals for Coastal Marine Spatial Planning; and 12 Guiding Principles for Coastal Marine Spatial Planning.

If that isn't red tape, I don't know what red tape is.

You can read the full questions and answers at www.keepamericafishing.org.

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

2012 Fall Trout Stockings begin October 9 in W.Va SOUTH CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources 2012 fall trout stocking will take place during the weeks of October 8 and 15, according to Curtis I. Taylor, Chief of the DNR Wildlife Resources Section. Approximately 39,000 pounds of trout will be stocked during the two-week period in 25 streams and eight lakes as indicated in the 2012 Fishing Regulations booklet.

Brood trout will make up about 20 percent of the total poundage.

“Although stream flows in many areas of the state are lower than last year, we should still be able to get the trout spread out pretty well,” said Taylor.

All waters will be stocked each week during the two-week period, with two exceptions: · The Monongahela National Forest will begin temporary closure of FR 86, the Williams River Road, on October 9, 2012. Accord-

ing to the Forest Service, the closure will occur between Tea Creek Campground and Three Forks, and is necessary to repair road damage caused by high water and heavy rains during the past couple years. The full description of the closure can be found at: www.fs.usda.gov/detail/mnf/new s-events/?cid=STELPRDB5392080 · New Creek Dam 14 will not be stocked this fall because of ongoing repairs that required the lake to be drained. Work should be completed this fall and the lake filled for the 2013 stocking season.

Without additional rainfall over the next couple weeks, flows are likely to be low and clear, and anglers will have to use their best angling skills to be successful.

Anglers can call the Fishing Hotline at 304-558-3399 or visit the DNR website at www.wvdnr.gov to find out which streams and lakes have been stocked each day.

Leisure

The Putnam Standard Across 1. Investment 6. E.P.A. concern 10. Aquatic plant 14. Golden Horde member 15. Marry a woman 16. Go through 17. Sinuses 18. Small alpine flowering plant 20. Leaves hastily 21. Back (pl.)

22. “My ___!”

23. Knack 24. Search for water 29. Very dark chocolate baked good (3 wd) 32. “Go team!”

33. Heroic champion 34. Sprite flavor 37. Change, as a clock 38. Woo 40. “Dear” one 41. Husbands of sovereign queens (2 wd) 46. Nickel, e.g.

47. Wallop 48. Indian bread 50. Saved on supper, perhaps 52. Antipasto morsel 53. Widened 57. Sits tight 58. Column crossers

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59. Bad marks 60. Dead to the world 61. Admits, with “up” 62. Abbr. after many a general’s name 63. Graceful fliers

Down 1. Hiding place 2. Blotto 3. Clothing 4. Russian chess master 5. “-zoic” things 6. ___ Fish, chewy candy 7. Fielding position in cricket (2 wd) 8. Surpass 9. Hair goops 10. “___ we having fun yet?”

11. “Fantasy Island” prop 12. Neon, e.g.

13. Infomercials, e.g.

19.Walkers with a swaying gait 23. Peek 25. Wood sorrels 26. 1973 Supreme Court decision name 27. “Laugh-In” segment 28. Dusk, to Donne 30. Rigid 31. Rowing 34. Knowledge gained

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through tradition 35. Give off, as light 36. Supernatural force in a sacred object 38. Engine speed, for short 39. Core 40. Dove swiftly down-

Age Ago Any Are Asia Asks Awe Baby Beef Beg Bit Bloody Cap Crow Cry Details Dip Dog Drip Dusk Dyed Eat Edge Eggs Elf Error Eye Fear Fog Fur God

ward, whale 42. Patron 43. Wired 44. Marauder 45. Alehouse 49. Crows’ homes 51. Binge

Gum Hadn’t Has Hid Holy Hung Inn Its Key Kit Lean Led Leg Night Oak Odd Odor Off Ore Pay Pearl Peel Per Pigs Pit Polite Pop Puff Pulp Ready Reed

Rent Ride Rinks Roar Rob Roses Rub Rug Salt Saved Sea Sign Size Spy Stem Stormy Tag Term Tide Toad Told Ton Tyres Upset Use Voice Were Wet Wind Wizard Yet

52. Final notice 53. “My man!”

54. Brouhaha 55. Control 56. Balaam’s mount

LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS

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Page 8 – October 9-13,2012 AMA JEAN ADAMCZYK LILLIE MAE BELL KATHRYN COYNER JAMES S. DAVIS II GLORIA MAY DODD "TOOTSIE" BOBBY LEE EGGLETON WILLIAM CHESTER "SHAG" FRANCE OTIS GAY GANDEE DONALD LEE HUGLE PEGGY JEAN MCDANIEL ILAR CHERYL ANN MOORE RAY O. JORDAN SHIRLESTER A. NELLUM ANNETTE CALL PATE ROGER ALLEN SHAMBLIN EUGENE "DOC" VAN BIBBER ALICE JOANNA WATSON MARYBELLE CRADDOCK WOODWORTH

AMA JEAN ADAMCZYK Ama Jean Adamczyk, 89, of South Charleston, passed gently and peacefully from this life on September 22, 2012, at CabellHuntington Hospital, Huntington.

Jean was born in Charleston on October 20, 1922, to the late John W.West and Minnie M. LivelyWest.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Ted Adamczyk, who joyfully met her in heaven with open arms. She was also preceded in death by her siblings Helen, Howard, John G., Harvey W., George R., the Rev. Joseph E. and the Rev. Dr. James A. West.

Jean is survived by her son, Paul Stephen Miller at home; stepdaughter, Beverly (Johnny) Kemplin of St. Albans; step-grandchildren, Jay (April) Kemplin and Angie (Charles) Tackett; and step-great-grandchildren, Amber and Casey Kemplin, Anthony, Matthew (Jessica) and Michael Tackett. She will be affectionately remembered by a host of nephews and nieces who loved and respected her. Also left to cherish her memory is her special loving friend, Ruth Conrad, who held her hand through the dark shadows of the last few weeks and has been so much like a real daughter the last few years.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the fine folks at St. Mary's Hospital and CabellHuntington Hospital for their professional care and personal interest in our beloved Jean. We would like to thank Cindy, Stephanie, Missy, Nikki and Ella for being so kind and caring to our "Scrappy" and showing such compassion for Jean.

Jean was a proud employee of Kroger Company for 42 years and worked as a volunteer at St. Francis Hospital for several years following her retirement. She was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, where she and her husband were very active in performing duties as assignments were scheduled.

Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday, September 29, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, South Charleston. Father John Finnell was the celebrant, Father Leon Alexander was the con-

celebrant; they were assisted by Deacon John Hanna. Burial followed in Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston.

Good Shepherd Mortuary, South Charleston, was in charge of arrangements.

The family suggests that donations are made to Blessed Sacrament in memory of Jean Adamczyk.

LILLIE MAE BELL Lillie Mae Bell, 94, of St. Albans, passed away Friday, September 28, 2012, at Angel Avenue Assisted Living, Hurricane.

Born September 1, 1918, in Sod, Lillie was a daughter of the late Flemon Page Thornton and Elsie Jane McCallister Morrison. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ivan C. Bell; sister, Donnie W. Thornton; and stepson, Keith Bell.

Lillie retired from Union Carbide Corp., Institute Plant. She was a member for over 70 years at Highlawn Church of God, St. Albans, where she was very active serving as church clerk, children and adult Sunday school teacher and was a member of the choir. She was a charter member of Green Valley Extension Homemakers Club.

She is survived by her stepson, William H. Bell of St. Albans; sister, Ruby Dunlap of St. Albans; brother, the Rev. Lester P. Thornton (Mary) of Grove City, Pa.; five step-grandchildren; one step-greatgrandchild; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, October 2, at Bartlett-Chapman Funeral Home, St. Albans.

Burial followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.

Memorial contributions may be made to Highlawn First Church of God, 842 S. Walnut St., St. Albans, WV 25177. You may also share memories or condolences with the family at www.bartlettchapmanfuneralhome.com.

The family would like to thank the staff of Braley Care Home for the care and attention given to Lillie during her stay there.

KATHRYN COYNER Kathryn Coyner, of West Palm Beach, Fla., passed away Saturday, September 22, 2012. She was 88.

She was born Kathryn June Carpenter to Eula Florence and Clay Fleshman Carpenter.

Mrs. Coyner graduated from Hurricane High School in 1942 and from Marshall University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in music and social studies.

She married her high school sweetheart, Ronald Lee Coyner, at the First Baptist Church in Hurricane in 1946, following his service in the U.S. Army. They were married for 37 years, until his death in 1983.

Mrs. Coyner retired in June 1983 from teaching at Hurricane High School after 38 years of service with the institution. She divided her time following retirement between Hurricane and West Palm Beach before becoming a full-time resident of West Palm Beach in

1998. She remained a member of the First Baptist Church in Hurricane and attended the Royal Poinciana Chapel in Palm Beach, Fla. She is survived by her daughter, Laura Mann and her husband, Thomas, of West Palm Beach; a brother, James M. Carpenter and his wife, Wanda, of Waterloo, Ill.; and a niece, Lisa Johnson and her husband, Daniel, and their two sons, Parker and Davis, of St. Louis, Mo. A memorial service was held Sunday, September 30, at the First Baptist Church in Hurricane.

Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Palm Beach County, 5300 East Ave., West Palm Beach, FL 33407; or the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, 383 Main Ave., 5th Floor, Norwalk, CT 06851 (www.themmrf.org).

Quattlebaum Funeral Services in West Palm Beach and Allen Funeral Home in Hurricane handled burial arrangements.

JAMES S. DAVIS II On Monday, September 24, 2012, at 7:03 a.m., James S. Davis II, of Cambridge, Ohio, began his longawaited journey home to the Lord.

Mr. Davis was born January 1, 1953, at three minutes past midnight, and was 59 years old. His journey through life started by missing all the presents at birth, as he was not the first baby born of the year in Charleston. From that point on his life had highs and lows which tested his faith and, in some cases, sounded like a story worthy of a novel.

James graduated from Charleston High School and was honored to be a part of the football team which won three straight State AAA Championships. He turned down a scholarship to play football at a distant college. He found his athletic talents reemerge in judo, obtaining the rank of second degree black belt and winning four straight Heavyweight State Championships from 19791982 and coaching several more state champion children and adults.

In 1982, he was invited to train in Colorado Springs at the Olympic training facility for 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. He turned it down and, in later years, regretted what might have been. In his employment history, Jim worked as a manager for Heck's and, when they went out of business, teamed up with Olan Mills Church division, taking photos of many families for the church directories. His last and most rewarding career started when he found a passion for helping people hear. Jim opened and operated Clear Hearing Gallery as a National Board Certified audioprosthologist.

Jim leaves his loving, supportive wife of 27 years, Elaine Kay (Boals) Davis; and his two children, of whom he was extremely proud, Nicholas James and Katherine Ann Davis. The newest addition to the family was a granddaughter, Brianna Lynn Davis, who Jim was already trying to figure out what

The Putnam Standard sport she would excel in; his mother, Sally Neale of Scott Depot; father, James S. (Jane) Davis of Palestine, Texas; and a sister, Betty (John) Whiteley of Scott Depot.

Services were held Friday, September 28 at Bundy-Law Funeral Home, Cambridge, with Pastor Greg Kasler officiating.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.bundy-lawfuneralhome.com.

GLORIA MAY DODD "TOOTSIE" Gloria May Dodd "Tootsie", 75, of Nitro, passed away Friday, September 21, 2012 at Mary's Garden in Marmet.

She was the daughter of the late Wallace and Grace BroganWilliams and was preceded in death by brothers, Carl, Rondal and Stanley Williams; sisters, Arlene Harrison, Evelyn "Sis" Jackson and Louise Roberts Curry.

She is survived by daughters, Tina Harper of Cross Lanes, Gina (Hack) Pauley of Sumerco, Tara (Roger) Kendall Cantley of Dunbar; son, Robert "Bobby" Garcia of Nitro; sister, Melva Hudson of St. Albans; two grandsons, Shawn Harper and Christopher Kendall; and three granddaughters, Stephanie Harper, Elizabeth Cantley and Hannah Shea Pauley and four great-grandchildren, Logan and Ian Harper and Braxdon and Brielle Fenneken.

Funeral services were held Sunday, September 30, at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek with the Rev. Tommy Roberts officiating.

Burial followed in Brounland cemetery, Alum Creek.

Family and friends will gather from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday.

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

BOBBY LEE EGGLETON Bobby Lee Eggleton, 74, of Hurricane, went to be with the Lord on September 26, 2012 at his home after a short illness.

He was a retired construction worker, farmer, a US Army Reserve Veteran and enjoyed Coon Hunting.

He was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Sara.

He is survived by his wife, Margaret; daughters, Kathy (Ricky) Bird, Dianna Ross, Linda Eggleton all of Hurricane; sons, Melvin (Nancy) Eggleton of Hurricane, Eric (Sarah) Eggleton of Kenova; Nine grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and one sister Janet Janrosia of Fla. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and will be missed by all.

Funeral services were held Saturday, September 29 at Allen Funeral Home, burial followed in Mt. Moriah Cemetery.

Please visit allenfuneralhomewv.com to share memories and condolences.

WILLIAM CHESTER "SHAG" FRANCE William Chester "Shag" France,

63, of St. Albans, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 1, 2012, at CAMC Memorial Division, Charleston, after complications from heart surgery.

Shag was born December 25, 1948, to Chester Roy and Arvella Douglas France of Cross Lanes.

Shag was a pipe fabricator for McJunkin Corp. and Mountaineer Fabricators for over 34 years. He was ordinated by the West Virginia Home Mission for many years and was a member of the church.

Shag is survived by his wife of 46 years, Judy A. Hudson France at home; children, Deborah Parrish and her husband, Kenneth, of St. Albans, Donna Waldron and her husband, Burliss, of Hurricane, William France Jr. and his wife, Rebecca, of St. Albans and Steven France and his wife, Crystal, of Dunbar; grandchildren, Della Lowe, Kenneth Parrish II, Sarah Waldron, Joshua Waldron, Christian France, Jessica France, Steven France Jr. and Madison France; great-grandchildren, Brianna Lowe, Emilee Lowe and Summer Waldron; brother, Roger L. France; and sisters, Brenda Gladwell, Shirley Haynes, Robin Bryant, Paula Richardson and Debbie McVey. Services were held Friday, October 5, at the West Virginia Home Mission, Nitro, with Pastor Joey Scarberry and Pastor Harold Harmon officiating. Burial followed in Grandview Memorial Park, Dunbar.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family, care of Cooke Funeral Home, P.O. Box 145, Nitro, WV 25143.

Condolences may be sent to the family via www.cookiefuneralhome.com.

Cooke Funeral Home & Crematorium, Nitro, was in charge of arrangements.

OTIS GAY GANDEE Otis Gay Gandee, 92, of Elkview, passed away Friday, September 28, 2012, at his home. He was born October 4, 1919, in Gandeeville, son of the late Otmer R. Gandee and Avia M. Gandee.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Faye E. Lowe Gandee; and brother and sister-inlaw, Gene and Dorothy Gandee.

Gay was an avid gardener and enjoyed many days trout fishing on Williams River. He loved to tell stories and talk with anyone.

He was an Army veteran and was most proud of his service to our country during World War II in Europe under General Patton. He was a member of American Legion Post 61, Clendenin.

He is survived by his daughters, Patricia Harger (Bill) of Howard, Ohio,Victoria Kitts (David) of Poca and Rebecca Ashley (Mike) of Charleston; grandchildren, Timothy Harger, Kristi McVay, Kirk Harger, Bradley Harger, Jennifer Dickerson, Jeffrey Kitts, Micah George and Alex Ashley; 10 greatgrandchildren; and two greatgreat-granddaughters.

Services were held Tuesday, Oc-

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The Putnam Standard tober 2, at Hafer Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Bobby Sizemore and Pastor David Keeney officiating. Burial followed in Koontz Cemetery, Clendenin, with military graveside rights by American Legion Post 61, Clendenin.

The family asks that donations are made to Elkview Baptist Church, 910 Main St., Elkview, WV 25071.

The family wishes to thank his personal caregivers, Debbie Snyder, Kathy Swender and Sara Igo, for their care, comfort and support.

Online condolences may be sent to www.haferfuneralhome.net.

Hafer Funeral Home, Elkview, was in charge of the arrangements.

DONALD LEE HUGLE Donald Lee Hugle, 49, of St. Albans, passed away September 22, 2012.

He was a very loving and respectful person. He enjoyed being around people and children. Donald was a very giving man who loved life.

He was preceded in death by his parents,Willie L.Z. and Shirley Ann Hugle; nephew, Willie L.Z.; and brother-in-law, Carl D. Hughes.

He is survived by his brothers, Everett Hugle, Preston Hugle and wife, Patrice, and Stevie Hugle; sisters, Patricia Johnson, Evelyn Hughes and Lorraine Hugle; and special friend, Amanda Adams.

Donald is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, friends and family.

A graveside service was held Friday, September 28, at Avesta Drive Cemetery with the Rev. Charles Shelton officiating.

Arrangements were in the care of Keller Funeral Home, Dunbar.

The family requests that donations be made to the funeral home to help with the funeral expenses.

PEGGY JEAN MCDANIEL ILAR Peggy Jean McDaniel Ilar, 74, of St. Albans, passed away September 25, 2012, at CAMC Teays Valley Hospital.

Peggy was born, July 20, 1938, in Nitro, and was a daughter of the late Robert William and Catherine Opal King McDaniel. Peggy was a retired dispatcher for the Nitro Police Department and also worked as a security guard and dispatcher for Owens Illinois Glass Factory.

She loved the Lord with all of her heart and raised her children to know the Lord. She was a member of Gateway Christian Church, St Albans.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandchildren, Dale and Dustin Hardwick; her stepson, Rick Ilar; and her brother, Robert William McDaniel Jr. Peggy was a wonderful, loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, as well as a friend to many.

Peggy is survived by the love of her life, and only recently reunited, her husband of nine years, George

D. "Rusty" Ilar; her children, Catherine "Cathy" Elswick and her husband, Roy, of Scott Depot, Kenneth George Duffield II and his wife, Diana Lynn, of Suwanee, Ga., and Kimberlee Berry and her husband, Dan, of Huntington; her extended children, Kimberlee Gregg and her husband, Russell, of Boone County, Steve Ilar and his wife, Mindy, of St. Albans, Scott Ilar of Charleston and Jason Ilar of St. Albans; 17 grandchildren; 12 greatgrandchildren, and one on the way; her sister, Janet McDaniel of Nitro; and her brother, Ricky McDaniel of St. Albans.

A graveside service was held Friday, September 28, at Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetery with Pastor Jeff Garrett and Pastor David Stauffer officiating.

The family suggests donations are made to the American Foundation for the Blind, 1000 5th Ave., Suite 350, Huntington, WV 25701.

To share a memory of Peggy, or to express condolences, please visit www.chapmanfuneralhomes.com.

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

RAY O. JORDAN Mr. Ray O. Jordan, 85, of Nitro, went home to be with the Lord, September 25, 2012 after a short illness. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather and friend.

He was preceded in death by his wife Leona of 63 years.

Ray is survived by his daughter, Renna McGinnis; granddaughters, Carrie and Tara; great-granddaughters, Elise and Karley Nau; great-grandson, Jordan, all of Florida; sons, Barry Jordan and wife Nancy of St. Albans and Keith Jordan and grandson Joshua of Florida; sisters, Orvie Stewart of Rock Branch and Delphia Scarberry of Ind., and brother Ed Jordan of Poca.

He retired from Monsanto with 42 years of service; Army Veteran; faithful member of Rock Branch Independent Church; member of the Nitro Senior Citizens and the CRS club.

His spirit and generosity will remain alive in the hearts of those who loved and knew him.

A tribute to the life of Ray was held Friday, September 28, at Gatens-Harding Funeral Home with Pastors Delbert Hawley and Travis Rucker officiating Burial was held Saturday, September 29 at Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens.

Please send donations to Rock Branch Independent Church Youth Program, 133 Cross Lanes Drive Nitro, WV 25143 Gatens-Harding Funeral Home, Poca, assisted the Jordan family.

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

CHERYL ANN MOORE Cheryl Ann Moore 63 of Hurricane passed away Monday October 1, 2012 in CAMC Teays Valley.

She was preceded in death by her parents Delbert and Elizabeth Moore; Brothers Eddie Moore and Parker Moore; and Sister Susan Massey.

She is survived by Brother; Ellis Moore, Sullivan OH and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service was held Saturday, October 27, 2012 at Christ Harvest Cathedral, Cross Lanes WV.

SHIRLESTER LEMAE NELLUM Shirlester LeMae Nellum, 39, of St. Albans, died at CAMC Memorial Division, on September 26, 2012, after a long illness.

Shirlester was born to Shirley Duckwyler Nellum and Ester "Heavy" Lee Nellum.

She is also survived by her four children, Trellae, Malik Brisji'ann and Bryson; and her sister, Tashanna Nellum.

Services were held Wednesday, October 3, at Mount Zion Baptist Church, South Charleston.

Preston Funeral Home, Charleston, was in charge of arrangements.

ANNETTE CALL PATE Annette Call Pate, died Friday, September 28, 2012, at CAMC TeaysValley, after a battle with cancer.

She was born March 6, 1958, in Charleston, and was a lifelong resident of Putnam County.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Scott Call. She was a former employee of Chico Dairy Co., Morgantown and a lifetime member of the VFW Auxiliary.

She is survived by her son, Jason Pate; her mother, Joyce Call; her sisters, Vickie Pauley, Lisa Dorsey and Sandy Jones. She will be sorely missed by her life partner, Marty Burns and her family and friends.

Funeral services were held Monday, October 1 at Chapman Funeral Home,Winfield with the Rev. Roger Adams officiating. Burial followed in Teays Valley Memorial Gardens, Winfield.

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

ROGER ALLEN SHAMBLIN Roger Allen Shamblin, 65, of Summerville, S.C., husband of Shirley Shamblin, passed away Thursday, September 27, 2012, at his residence.

A gathering of family and friends was held Sunday, September 30. A celebration of life service followed at Old Fort Baptist Church, Summerville. Burial was private.

Memorials may be made to: Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 300 W. Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464; or the Ronald McDonald House, 81 Gadsden St., Charleston, SC 29401.

Mr. Shamblin was born October 5, 1946, in Liberty, son of the late Hansford and Helen Wolford Shamblin. He was a graduate of Poca High School. He was a vet-

October 9-13,2012 – Page 9 eran of the U.S. Marine Corps. He enjoyed billiards and golf. He was a handyman who loved to tinker on things and help his friends and neighbors. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He worked many years at the Charleston Naval Shipyard and later retired from the DornV.A. Hospital. He was a member of Old Fort Baptist Church.

Surviving, in addition to his wife, are one son and one daughter: Erik Shamblin (Kelley) of Summerville and Julie Terrell (Will) of North Charleston, S.C.; five grandchildren: Jacob, Gracey, Luke and Ben Shamblin, all of Summerville, and Morgan Terrell of North Charleston; three brothers and four sisters: Fred Shamblin of Missouri, Charles Shamblin of West Virginia, Chester Shamblin of Minnesota, Doris Romjue of Maryland, Janet Gore of Virginia, Karen Wymer of West Virginia and Debbie Custer of Florida; several nieces and nephews; mother-inlaw: Oma McLane (Jack) of West Virginia; and brother-in-law: Rick (Sherry) Higginbotham and their sons of West Virginia.

A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting our website at www.jamesadyal.com.

Arrangements by James A. Dyal Funeral Home, Summerville, SC.

EUGENE "DOC" VAN BIBBER Eugene "Doc" Van Bibber, 83, of St. Albans, went to be with the Lord on September 28, 2012.

Doc was a retired master electrician from Union Carbide after 45 years of service. He was an active member of Kings River Worship Center, where he served as greeter, member of Senior Saints and was always helping out. He was a U.S. Navy veteran. Doc was a handyman, artist and loved woodworking. A loving husband, father and grandfather who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Surviving are his loving wife of 63 years, Mary Rankin Van Bibber; sons, Gregory Van Bibber and his wife, Sheila, of Ohio, and Randall Lee Van Bibber and his wife, Deborah, of Pigeon; daughter, Vallery Massey and her husband, Damon, of Teays Valley; six grandchildren; and sister, Kay Fields of Teays Valley.

Celebration of Doc's life was held Tuesday, October 2, at Casdorph & Curry Funeral Home with Pastor Ron Crum officiating. Burial followed in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans, with military graveside rites conducted.

Memorial contributions may be made to King's RiverWorship Center Mission Fund, 777 Mallory Lane, St. Albans, WV 25177.

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

ALICE JOANNA WATSON Alice JoAnna Watson, 82, of St. Albans, entered the gates of Heaven on Tuesday, September 25.

She was born January 29, 1930, to the late Mamie and Leonard Racer.

Mother was always known to keep her doors unlocked and welcomed anyone into her home with open arms. She was the best mother and grandmother imaginable. She enjoyed and loved her family more than anything.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Kelly Montrose Tackett; son, Kelly Joe "Joey" Tackett; daughter, Alice "Tinky" Turner; sister, Maxine Wyrick; brothers, Bill and Bob Racer.

Survivors include her sister, Macel Larck; brother, Jack Racer; sister-in-law, Pat Racer; sons, John Watson, Glenn Shook, Rodney Tackett and Scott Wines; daughters, Debbie (Johnny) McKean, Jane (Rodney) Johnson and Sandra (Jerry) Moore; good friend and exhusband, William "Bill" Watson; stepdaughter, Sherry Watson Keener; 18 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family would like to give a special thank you to Neda and Harold Pauley for being such wonderful neighbors and friends, always watching over Mother and helping her any time she needed.

She will always be extremely loved and missed by everyone she knew.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 3 at BartlettChapman Funeral Home, St. Albans. Burial followed in Mount Moriah Cemetery, Hurricane.

Online condolences may be shared at www.bartlettchapmanfuneralhome.com.

MARYBELLE CRADDOCK WOODWORTH Marybelle Craddock Woodworth 100 of Hurricane passed away Sunday, September 30, 2012 at her Home. She and her late husband Charles Albert Woodworth owned and operated Woodworth Jersey Farm.

She was a member of Forrest Burdette Memorial United Methodist Church where she held several positions over the years.

She was preceded in death by daughter Jean Woodworth, granddaughter Melissa Lipscom, grandson Darrell Woodworth and great grandson Timothy Fleming.

Surviving her are Sons; Lee and wife Peggy of Mobile Alabama, Lowell and wife Kathy of Fairborn OH and Clearance and wife Cynthia of Culloden WV. Daughters; Carol Woodworth Louisville Kentucky and Joan Lipscom and her husband Sam of Marietta, OH and 12 Grandchildren 26 Great Grandchildren 2 Step Great Grandchildren 21 Great Great Grandchildren Funeral Services were held Saturday, October 6, 2012 at Forrest Burdette Memorial United Methodist Church with Mr. Don Gatewood officiating; Burial followed in Valley View Memorial Park Hurricane.

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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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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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Just send us • The Name of Your Church • Where Your Church Is Located • The Days And Times of Church Services • Pastor’s Name • Phone Number Simply fax or mail this information to us or give us a call at (304) 743-6731.

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WVSU Extension Service Seeks Coffee Drinkers and Mushroom Eaters Learn to grow mushrooms using coffee grounds at WVSU Extension Service workshop INSTITUTE – West Virginia State University Extension Service is seeking coffee drinkers and mushroom eaters for a one-day workshop on growing oyster mushrooms in used coffee grounds. The workshop will take place at the Rock Lake Community Life Center in South Charleston Thursday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. until noon.

Oyster mushrooms are among the most commonly cultivated and widely eaten mushrooms in the world. “They are a great source of protein,” says Brad Cochran, WVSU extension associate, “and can be easily grown entirely with used coffee grounds.”

The workshop will illustrate the method for growing mushrooms in coffee grounds and offers a unique option for recycling something commonly discarded after use.

“Used grounds still have residual nutrients,” says Cocrhan.

“They hold moisture well, which provides a solid environment in which mushrooms and other fungi can grow.”

Attendees will receive a kit containing everything needed to begin growing mushrooms at home. Registration is required, along with a $30 fee to cover the

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cost of materials. Registration must be received by Oct. 15. Call Brad Cochran at 304-541-3301 or e-mail bcochran2@wvstateu.edu to register.

The Rock Lake Community Life Center is located at 801 Lincoln Drive in South Charleston.

West Virginia State University is a public, land grant, historically black university, which has evolved into a fully accessible, racially integrated, and multi-generational institution, located in Institute, WV. As a “living laboratory of human relations,” the university is a community of students, staff, and faculty committed to academic growth, service and preservation of the racial and cultural diversity of the institution. Its mission is to meet the higher education and economic development needs of the state and region through innovative teaching and applied research.

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Community News

The Putnam Standard

Local teacher to appear on Wheel of Fortune

By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com

SALT ROCK – Salt Rock Elementary School first grade teacher Jessi Pierson will appear on an upcoming episode of the popular television game showWheel of Fortune.

The episode featuring Pierson was filmed in August and will air during the week of Oct. 22.

Pierson cannot reveal how she did on the show prior to its broadcast later this month, other than to say she was pleased with the way it turned out. Local viewers can find Wheel of Fortune on WSAZ NewsChannel 3 weekdays at 7 p.m.

“I have always wanted to be on the show and have watched it with my Nana since I could read,” said Pierson. “She is the one who inspired me to tryout.”

Pierson tried out for the show last spring, when a traveling “Wheel Mobile” made a stop in West Virginia at the Mardi Gras Casino in Nitro. She said that she and several other people went to the local audition and filled out applications to appear on the program.

At the local auditions, people were picked at random to come up on stage and play the game.

Pierson said that she wasn't picked and thought her chances of

Salt Rock Elementary first grade teacher Jessi Pierson (far left) will appear on an episode of Wheel of Fortune that is set air the week of Oct. 22. Here, her first grade class offers words of encouragement. Courtesy photo. appearing on the show were over.

However, a few months later, producers contacted Pierson by email and asked her to come for an audition.

“One thing on my application form that I think caught the eye of the Wheel of Fortune staff is that I was Miss WestVirginia USA 2009,” said Pierson, who went on that year to place in the Top 10 in the Miss USA Pageant, while also winning Miss Photogenic.

At her audition to appear on the show, Pierson said that she went through an intense process.

“We had to take a timed quiz that was graded upon how many

puzzles we could solve within the time limit,” she said. “After they graded the quizzes they made a cut. Then, we went through several cuts after auditioning in front of the panel. We were judged on our puzzle solving skills as well as our enthusiasm, talking clarity, knowledge of the game, ability to call appropriate letters to solve the puzzle, our speaking skills when introducing ourselves, among other things. It was pretty intense.”

Following the audition, producers told Pierson that she would be notified by mail within two weeks if she had made the cut to appear on the show.

“I didn't get my letter until almost 3 weeks later, after I had already given up hope that I had made it,” Pierson said. “When I got the letter I was with my sister, mom, and nephew and I was screaming and jumping so insanely that I broke a board on my front porch.”

After receiving word that she had been selected to appear on the show, Pierson travelled to California in August to tape her episode.

“I went to tape the show at the beginning of August right before school started,” Pierson said. “The show taped Aug. 10. My mom, Kristi Pierson, and grandma "Nana", Wanda King, made the trip with me.”

Despite the excitement of traveling cross country to appear on a nationally syndicated television show, the trip was not all smooth sailing.

“Our flights were delayed several times and by the time we finally got to Los Angeles I got less than 2 hours of sleep before getting up and ready for the taping,” Pierson said. “Other than that, the trip was awesome.”

While Pierson had watched Wheel of Fortune many times through the years, actually being on the set of the popular television show still contained a few surprises.

“The stage was much smaller than I expected,” she said. “The wheel was also much smaller than I expected, yet much heavier than I expected. I was actually sore the next day from spinning that heavy thing.”

Pierson said that she had a great time taping the Wheel of Fortune episode, and was impressed by long time host Pat Sajak and his partner Vanna White.

“Vanna is so much tinier than I expected and she was also so much more down to earth than I expected as well. She was super sweet,” Pierson said. “I actually got Pat and Vanna's personalized autograph to me and they were so happy to give it.”

Another surprise that Pierson encountered on the set was that Pat andVanna tape a weeks’ worth of shows in one day.

“I was also surprised to learn that they tape all the shows for the week all in one day. So, Pat and Vanna work 4 days a month which sounds great,” she said.

Now back at home, the 25-yearold Ona resident is enjoying her fourth year as a teacher in the first grade classroom at Salt Rock Elementary.

“I absolutely love being a teacher,” she said. “It is so rewarding and fun and is definitely what I was called to do in life. I love going to work every single day.”