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By JeANNe K. CAlleNThe Greenville Standard

The Greenville Planning Commission held their monthly meeting on Monday, November 5, 2012 at 5:05 p.m.

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Branum. The roll was taken and members present at the meeting were: Council Member Ryan,

By JeANNe K. CAlleNThe Greenville Standard

Seventeen citizens in Butler County have been approved through the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program to receive individual storm shelters that were applied for last October.

The money offered through the Grant, is awarded by FEMA following the tornado outbreak and disaster of April 15th and April 27th, of 2011.

After the disaster, the state opened all 67 Alabama counties to be

eligible to receive the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, so that Alabama citizens would be able to install storm shelters at their residence and only pay 25% of the cost, or the balance remaining after the maximum $4000.00 is reached.

The Shelters range in price from $5500.00, to $8750.00, and there are several different styles and sizes to choose from. The price of the shelter includes the shelter and the construction costs.

Sandy went before the County Commission this past Wed., Nov. 14, to ask

the Commission to carry the 75% remaining total for the homeowner, three or four at a time, to ensure that the 17 applicants will not lose the grant. The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program requires that the homeowners pay all of the cost after construction, and then they will be reimbursed 75% of the cost, or the remaining balance after $4000.00.

By asking the commission to absorb this cost temporarily will ensure that all 17 applicants will receive their shelter. The Program should reimburse the County within two to

three weeks from the time construction is completed and the paperwork is submitted. All Sandy is asking for is that the county money only be used after completion for the two to three week period, not the total time the construction may take.

Sandy explained that the grant money is awarded to the County, in all the accounting and the paperwork; everything has to go through the county so it basically makes the process easier. Many other counties have used this process successfully. Coffee County for example, who

has been approved for hundreds of shelters, found this to be an effective way to administer the grant.

Sandy began work as the Butler County EMA Director in May of 2011, after the April tornado disasters. “Coming in behind the disasters, I did not have time to advertise this grant. Most of the people who applied for the shelters heard about it through word of mouth. Still, we are thrilled that we were able to get 17 shelters for the citizens of Butler County, and secure two outdoor emergency sirens for the City of Greenville,

through this grant.”The County Commission

approved the motion contingent on review by the County Administrator and Auditors.

Sandy said that the Hazard Mitigation Program will most likely be offered again after a disastrous tornado, or severe weather outbreak, but it could be a few years. “I have actually started a list of people who are interested, so if anyone else is interested in getting on the list you are welcome to call me at the EMA Office, Monday through Friday from eight to five at 382-7911.”

By SUSANNA GASTONThe Greenville Standard

The Three Arts Club of Georgiana and Chapman will hold their annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Dec. 1 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Georgiana Community House.

Throughout the day, children can have their pictures made with Santa Claus. There will be crafts and baked goods for sale, as well as a white elephant table.

The event promises lots of fun for all ages.

The Three Arts Club is a women’s organization whose aim is to stimulate individual effort and uplift community ideals.

The Club sponsors numerous projects, including Rose Memorial Library, Alabama Girls’ State, Butler County Distinguished Young Woman, Safe Harbor, Relay for Life, Butler County Humane Society, The Hank Williams Boyhood Home and Museum, and

Georgiana’s annual Salute to Hank Williams.

The Club also awards

scholarships annually to Georgiana-area senior girls.

17 citizens approved for hazard mitigation grants

Three Arts Bazaar slated for December 1

Planning Commission meets on November 5

See PlaNNiNg Page 3

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Notice is hereby given that on the 1st day of November 2012, Letters Testamentary on the Estate of Myrle Stinson McKelvey, deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the Probate Judge of Butler County, Alabama. All persons having claims against the estate must file itemized and verified statements of such claims in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Butler County, Alabama, within six (6) months after the granting of Letters Testamentary or the claims will be barred.

This 1st day of November 2012.

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NOTICE TO FILE CLAIMSESTATE OF LOUISE O. SUP

Notice is hereby given that on the 5th day of November 2012, Letters Testamentary on the Estate of Louise O. Sup, deceased, were issued to the undersigned by the Probate Judge of Butler County, Alabama. All persons having claims against the estate must file itemized and verified statements of such claims in the Office of the Judge of Probate of Butler County, Alabama, within six (6) months after the granting of Letters Testamentary or the claims will be barred.

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THE ESTATE OF JAMES H. WATSON, DECEASED

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1: Colorectal cancer is a man’s disease.

Truth: Colorectal cancer is just as common among women as men. Myth 2: Colon cancer can’t be prevented. Truth: Colon cancer often starts with a small polyp. If found early, doctors can remove the polyp and stop colon cancer before it begins. Myth 3: African-Americans aren’t at risk for colon cancer. Truth: African-Americans are diagnosed with and die

from colorectal cancer at higher rates than any other racial or ethnic group. Myth 4: Age isn’t a factor in developing colon cancer. Truth: More than 90 percent of people diagnosed with colon cancer are ages 50 and older.

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Minor injuries in i-65 crashJust after noon on Friday, November 16, 2012, this overturned vehicle came to rest in the median, south of the i-65 exit 130. although a greenville Fire Department Pumper and EMT ambulance, the greenville Police Department, and a Butler County Sheriff’s Deputy responded, there were minor injuries and there was no one transported in this one-vehicle accident. (Photo by Jeanne K. Callen)

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The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Online Deer Harvest Form allows hunters to provide important information about their harvest to help better manage the deer population, and keep track of their own harvests over time. When hunters record their deer harvest online it benefits the state’s deer population by providing state wildlife biologists with information needed to help create

sound, scientific wildlife management plans that promote a healthy sustainable herd.

Hunters are encouraged to report their harvest as soon as possible after the hunt. Hunters can get started inputting their harvest data by visiting the hunting section of outdooralabama.com.

Using the online harvest form hunters can report harvest data by ecoregion within a county, and view the distribution of Alabama’s deer harvest over time throughout the state. The form also

allows hunters to view average weights, antler measurements, and other physical characteristics of deer that have been harvested in Alabama.

In addition to providing scientific data about the state’s deer herd, the Online Deer Harvest Form is a convenient way for hunters to keep track of their harvest history by serving as the hunter’s harvest journal; once the information is added to the online database, it is permanently accessible by the hunter anytime, anywhere.

“Alabama’s hunters are the most valuable asset in managing the state’s deer herd,” said Ray Metzler, Assistant Chief of Wildlife for the Alabama Division of Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries. “Any data they can provide about their hunt, even if it was unsuccessful, is extremely valuable in creating a better understanding of the state’s deer herd.”

Data collected by the online harvest form include the date and time of harvest, gender of the animal, number of antler points, county

where harvested, method of harvest, and the type of hunt (stalk or dog). The form will begin accepting turkey harvest information in the spring of 2013.

Wildlife biologists developed the system in 2005 to gather deer harvest data in Barbour County. While the online reporting is voluntary, all hunters are encouraged to participate.

“The more harvest data collected the better understanding it provides about Alabama’s deer herd,” Metzler said.

For more information about hunting in Alabama, visit the hunting section of www.outdooralabama.com.

The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources promotes wise stewardship, management and enjoyment of Alabama’s natural resources through five divisions: Marine Police, Marine Resources, State Lands, State Parks, and Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries. To learn more about ADCNR, visit www.outdooralabama.com.

Alabama’s online deer harvest form: a hunter’s harvest journal

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Several organizations are studying Alabama’s black bears to better understand their population dynamics. According to the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR), black bears were once prevalent across Alabama, but, until recently, bears had been relegated to a small and isolated area north of Mobile, mainly due to habitat loss. Officials estimate that approximately 50 bears remain in that population. Although still rare, black bears are being increasingly seen in northeast Alabama.

Recently, bears have begun migrating into the northeast corner of Alabama from Georgia and Tennessee. Bears have established new territories in less populated areas by moving into suitable habitat, particularly in DeKalb and Cherokee counties. There appears to be a gradual increase of bear numbers in these counties.

The reappearance of black bears in northeastern Alabama

has generated interest among the scientific community. Scientists from Auburn University, Jacksonville State, and ADCNR’s Division of Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries are working cooperatively to understand how many bears there are, where they reside, what habitats they use, and their connectivity with bear populations in other states. A variety of non-invasive techniques are being used to answer these questions.

Research is currently underway in the Little River Canyon National Preserve, Talladega National Forest and the Mobile River Basin. Sampling for black bears in northeastern Alabama involves the deployment of hair snares and trail cameras. In the southern part of the state, EcoDogs are also a vital tool. The canines from Auburn’s EcoDogs program are capable of sniffing out and locating bear droppings. Once the hair and droppings are collected, they can be used to determine dietary habits, habitat use and population size.

Black bears are shy and rarely

glimpsed in the wild. They are usually black-bodied with brown muzzles. Average body weights of black bears range from 120 to 250 pounds. Interactions with people are infrequent, but if encountered, experts

recommend creating loud noises and making yourself appear large to frighten the typically timid black bears away.

Northeast Alabama is fortunate to witness the return of black bears. However, their

fate remains uncertain. Bears live in low densities and are not always accepted by neighboring human populations. Additional conservation and research efforts are necessary if black bears are to return permanently. Black bears are fully protected by law. It is illegal to shoot or harm a black bear in Alabama.

The public is encouraged to report black bear sightings or evidence by calling ADCNR Large Carnivore Coordinator Keith Gauldin at the District 5 office in Spanish Fort, Ala., at 251-626-5474; emailing keith.gauldin@dcnr.alabama.gov; or by submitting information online at the Alabama Black Bear Alliance website at www.alabamablackbearalliance.org.

The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources promotes wise stewardship, management and enjoyment of Alabama’s natural resources through five divisions: Marine Police, Marine Resources, State Lands, State Parks, and Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries. To learn more about ADCNR, visit www.outdooralabama.com.

This photo was taken by a trail camera used by biologists to document the presence of black bears. a hair snare (barbed wire) surrounds a lure and a scent pile that attracts bears so biologists can learn more about their populations and movements. Hair snares are one way of detecting the presence of bears. (Photo Submitted)

Biologists studying Alabama’s black bear population

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It was no surprise when the Bass Anglers Sportsman Society (B.A.S.S.) selected Lake Guntersville, already considered one of the top bass fishing lakes in the nation, as the site of the 2014 Bassmaster Classic. The question is what took so long for the event to make it back to this fertile Tennessee River reservoir.

The first Classic held at Guntersville was 36 years ago in 1976. There was no practice on Guntersville for the Classic contenders because B.A.S.S. founder Ray Scott loaded the competitors on an airplane and didn’t reveal the tournament lake until the plane was in the air.

Bass tournament fishing has gone from relative obscurity to the most celebrated outdoor

sport in the world. A victory in the Classic is not only worth a top prize of $500,000, it usually means the winning angler is set in terms of sponsors and financial stability for the remainder of his career.

While the fishing will be at Guntersville, the daily weigh-ins and Outdoors Expo will return to the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC) in downtown Birmingham, a familiar venue for the anglers and bass fishing fans alike. The BJCC arena, where the weigh-ins will be staged, can seat more than 17,000 people.

Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley joined B.A.S.S. co-owner Don Logan at a news conference last week in Birmingham to celebrate the announcement.

“The Bassmaster Classic is a big catch for our state, and we are proud to welcome the Classic back to Alabama,” Bentley said. “Some of the best fishing in the world can be found right here in Alabama. We have a wealth of natural resources, making Alabama a top destination for anglers and outdoor enthusiasts. The Bassmaster Classic will help us share our natural beauty and southern hospitality with a worldwide audience.”

Another news event was held at Guntersville, where B.A.S.S. CEO Bruce Akin said he has a lifelong connection to Lake Guntersville, where he has spent many days fishing. His personal best bass at Guntersville weighed in at 10.5 pounds.

“I grew up just up the lake (from City Harbor),”

Akin said. “I have a lot of fond memories and a lot of family still here. A year ago we moved B.A.S.S. back to Alabama. A few short months ago we were up the mountain (Guntersville State Park) to announce the Alabama Bass Trail.

“As everybody here knows, this is one of the hottest fishing spots in America. Bassmaster (magazine) came out with the 100 best bass lakes, and Guntersville came out as No. 3, so we’re proud to bring the Classic here. This will be the 12th time the Classic has been held in Alabama, which is twice as many as any other state.”

Akin said the overall impact is about $24 million for the event, which will feature three days of competition.

The 2014 Classic field will be made up of 55

anglers who qualify for the event through the Elite Series, the Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Opens, B.A.S.S. Federation Nation, Carhartt College Series and Toyota Tundra Bassmaster Weekend Series. One of those coveted spots will go to the winner of a new event, the Bassmaster Classic Wild Card tournament in December 2013.

During the last Bassmaster Elite Series held at Guntersville, four anglers caught more than 100 pounds of fish in the four-day event, including eventual winner Aaron Martens of Leeds with 107.8 pounds.

Lake Guntersville is 67,900 acres with 890 miles of shoreline. Because of navigation requirements, the reservoir is maintained at a minimum winter elevation of 593 feet,

which is only two feet

less than summer

pool. That also means

the lake’s vegetation,

which includes hydrilla,

milfoil and primrose,

can flourish and provide

outstanding habitat

for bass and other fish

species.

“When you start talking

about bass management,

bass populations and

bass angling, you can’t

help but think of Lake

Guntersville,” said Stan

Cook, Fisheries Chief

with the Alabama Wildlife

and Freshwater Fisheries

Division. “It is one of the

top bass destinations

in the world that is

identified, like Bruce said,

simply by the number of

professional anglers who

live here.”

Lake Guntersville chosen to host the 2014 Bassmaster Classic

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LBW Community College in Andalusia took on a new look recently as more than 30 first and second grade Fleeta School students were involved in various Honors Program activities on campus.

The event was designed, organized and conducted by 19 first-year LBWCC Honors Program students, incorporating principles from both speech and ethics classes and stressing the importance of character.

“It’s an opportunity to practice what they’ve learned in ethics, to serve and apply the principles of integrity and good

character,” said Ramona Franklin, ethics instructor.

Following a visit to Fleeta School, the Honors Program students were required to name the program, create a logo, and develop a slogan by working in groups, then making a final selection as a whole team.

The group called themselves the “Liar Fighters,” and the children were involved in games, skits and other activities focusing on the importance of honesty, using the slogan, “Stop! Drop the lie! Roll with the truth!”

Courtney Baker of Andalusia said she was proud of how well the LBWCC Honors Program

students pulled together to make the event successful.

“The best part, for me, was being on our own. We did this. We talked to the principal and teachers at Fleeta School to find out the best way to help these children,” she said.

“When we visited, the teachers stressed honesty as an important lesson for this age group,” said Courtney Douglas of Andalusia.

Alexis Moseley of Opp said the event was an opportunity to make a difference for children at a young age.

“We want to encourage honesty in their lives and hopefully impact future generations,” she said.

The LBWCC’s Honors

Program committee is chaired by Michelle Goosby, mathematics instructor, and includes Ramona Franklin,

ethics, psychology and sociology; Joli Jones, English and speech; Katie O’Neal, history and sociology; Dr. Steve

Hubbard, English; Dr. Brian Cushing, chemistry and physical science; and Heather Owen, director of recruitment.

lBW Community College in andalusia welcomed more than 30 first and second grade Fleeta School students to campus as part of the Honors Program “honesty” event. Children learned “Stop! Drop the lie! Roll with the truth!” and enjoyed exploring a fire truck. Pictured are, from left, austin Bush, Zayd Rogers, gage Williams, and Joseph Corica. (Photo submitted)

LBWCC Honors Program stresses good character

New commission sworn inThe Butler County Commission took the oath of office prior to

their meeting last week. For information on the meeting see Page 1. (Photos by Cecil Folds)

Ms. lBWCC crownedlBW Community College recently crowned Chelsea Moseley of Brantley as Ms. lBWCC 2012-2013. Moseley, center, is a sophomore and the daughter of Phillip and Sherry Moseley. First-runner up is freshman Erin Jeffcoat of andalusia, right, daughter of Wesley and Venessa Jeffcoat. Second runner-up is freshman Rachel Tatom of luverne, left, daughter of DaJuna and Tommy Tatom. (Photo Submitted)

gPD hosts annual Pistol ShootOn Friday, November 16, 2012, the greenville Police Department held their annual Pistol Shoot at the gPD firing range on Highway 31. Capt. Randy Courtney said that usually there are 10 to 15 agencies from all over the state that comes and participates in the competition. Kenny Harrell of K & D Snacks provided lunch and breaks. also, the event is sponsored by many individuals and businesses. This event is only open to law enforcement personnel, but sponsors are permitted to shoot during the course of the day. Proceeds from the event are used within the Police Department for upgrades. if you would like to be a sponsor next year, contact Capt. Randy Courtney at 334-382-7461. (Photos by Jeanne K. Callen)