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Fellow Shoppers, buyer beware. Vitamin World "Buy one get one Free" coupon is shady at best, scam at worst. It is my opinion that the recently mailed Vitamin World "BOGOF" coupon, promotion the Grand Blvd., locations "going out of business" is nothing short of a marketing scam. I just spent...

Give it away SoWal screwed ourselves in the past election. Where was the voter turn out? I was there in the trenches and I'll tell you, turn out sucked. I only wish Alan O was put into office. SoWal needs representation from SoWal. I also wish both Alan and Bob could have worked...

Article I did read the Herald this week and there are several good articles, focusing on the DeFuniak Police Election, providing very specific reasons why quality, ethical law enforcement is necessary. From the pieces I read, the candidate running against Burgess, the current head of the...

Radio Interview Check out this link to a radio interview with the candidates for City Marshal: http://www.wzep1460.com/election_center.htm The mp3 is on citymarshal. Very telling piece on the candidates (Burgess included)

G o b Its known as the "Good 'Ole Boy" system. Individuals with no morals or ethics who do favors (sometimes Big Favors) for those who actively support (or have actively supported) "them" (the one without morals/ethics) in their quest for power, usually in the form of a position of...

What's the difference here??? If anyone is interested... What is the difference with what is going on in Okaloosa County and what WENT ON in DeFuniak Springs P.D. under Ray Burgess? Facts have been presented via Florida State Ethics Documentation finding Burgess had a subordinate falsify...

Panty It looks like you have touched a nerve Pete. I don't understand why individuals choose to voice their opposition to someone stating facts and then turn their post into an attempt to sling a personal attack at the one who created the post in the first place, completely failing to realize...

Correction I must correct myself. In my last post, I cited that the Herald reported negatively on T. Cooper in the last Sheriff's Election, that was misinformation, it was the SUN, another local paper, that ran the ariticle, which also has yet to report the FACTS on this Burgess Character...

summary You seem to have hit the mark. But, in addition, here is a quick summary for you. A few years ago, then City Marshal, Ray Burgess, got caught in an act of dishonesty, unethical behavior. A brave whistle blower (admin.) and wife of a WCSO Supervisor, brought forward charges that...

Tax the Roadside Peddlers If the County wants to watch the budget and generate revenue $$$, why are we not doing anything about the growing number of roadside vendors, popping up all over (West 98, East 98, North 331). These people just come over to Walton County, drive off the side of the...

Popular Popular Chief? With whom, those who he allowed to "buy their way out" of DUI's and other criminal infractions? Give me a break. Charlie Morris made a mistake, let's give him another chance as well.

Signs, signs, everywhere a sign... Signs like those referenced are not limited to SoWal. They are all over 331 up to the State Line. Private citizens peddle their wares (consumable goods) as well as a large furniture "Out of Business" company from Alabama. The signs look very tacky, in poor...

Not today I am not going to list the name of the supervisor on this site. I don't know if HE reads these posts but I do not want to provide information such as the name, should there be a complaint filed or in the process there of. I don't know so I respect the right of the employee. I...

Love fest? WTF? All for deputies getting along but is there not a spots blog for this? As far as I'm concerned, its your post, so have at it. Wonder who PBA Rep Likes? Probably, the Game Cocks :floor:

Boddingtons As I am enjoying a Boddingtons, I wish you welcome. I hope you have a blessed stay and I must ask you; do you enjoy the late sitcom "the prisoner"? Just curious...:idontno:

Patience my dear, patience... 2) It is not against the law, that is the stupidity of the whole thing. That sums up the past 8 year of WCSO Law Enforcment Leadership. RJ sent a lap dog (bulldog) to attempt to get a warrant signed by the ASA's Office on a fellow Officer... Fact, research...

Call Ralph

RJ's legacy Again, I am referring to your post and I have boldfaced your comment, thank your for your honesty. Citizens of Walton County, this is a prime example of why our SO is the way it is. FEAR. Ralph Johnson was able to instill unhealthy fear into most of his employees, thus...

Whos on first? Who's from Mobile? WhoDat1 or Redsox? Either way just a joke bout the cars, I don't have $100, do you?

Park the car And please park the car at the substation...:wub:

Not all Not ALL. And how does that pertain to WCSO and the current PBA issue? Again, again, again, it is not about whether the PBA is good or bad, it is all about HOW they got here at this time in the year 2008. That is it. Wait it out, give the new Sheriff Elect his chance to turn things...

Thanks Hey, thanks for your honest post, I do appreciate it. I will not argue your points of OT pay, Promotions, working sick, etc., been there, done that. Has anyone addressed this with the new administration? If so, what has the answer been? If not, why not give them a chance? If they...

Answers 1) The lap dogs are several (ranking) employees very dedicated to RJ. I do not want to name names on a blog, especially since my identity is protected as well, otherwise, I'd be gone a long time ago... Just ask a deputy in private and I'm sure they'll tell you. Any WCSO employee...

Incorporation Hope this helps... All I know is that in the South, a Sheriffs Office holds the most authority. In the North, generally speaking, the larger city agencies hold the most authority (per capita). It is based on incorporation and city, county boundaries. Now, Miami-Dade is an...

even better.... Right On!!! Dead on examples of what I have been saying. I am glad someone else can call it like it is. Bottom line is that a few of RJ's clic are making every attempt to preserve their jobs. Hey, DS, your old boss should have made arrangements for you, did he? You did...

Kudos to U This is the best summary I have read. It is right on the money. After getting rid of one bully (RJ), now there is a new bully (PBA). Those in the know (ie. those opposing you, PBA) know that RJ was behind your appearance here in Walton County. RJ is a little baby with poop in...

? OK, apparently I am not making myself clear. Please, for the record, understand that I fully understand and have clear and direct knowledge of how the WCSO has operated for the past 8 years. I know many of the officers and the supervisiors. Some (most) of whom are good, others very sad...

Morale Building Great way to build morale in the department. Pit the "10 others" opposed against the alleged majority that is for. Great work, as if WCSO does not already have its own problems. You need to really do a little research on one of your internal mouth pieces, what is his motive...

Yup This is a common practice. This is also a very good reason to have representation. BUT, I ask, why not let Mike have his fair shake at it. Has anyone addressed this specific set of circumstances with him? Think before you act, once it is done, it is very, very hard to undo.

I agree with your point I do agree with your points however, I do not agree with the timing. This whole thing was created in order to protect a few of RJ's stooges and to make things difficult for Mike. Why can't the departement wait about 6 months and let Mike take control and steady the...

Positive Boy, I had no idea this would be so difficult. Let me rephrase the question: What other Law Enforcement offices/departments have the FL PBA negotiated a contract for, where the "New" PBA Contract, is better then the "old" non-PBA Contract? I don't know, so I am asking. I...

What??? I am posing a simple question that I would hope all those considering a Union would want answered. What success has the PBA had in its contract negotiations? All I am asking for is a success story to share with the group. Is that too much to ask from a group soliciting the...

Very defensive PBA It seems to me that the PBA Reps are not listening to their potential constituents. For as many of them are for PBA, there are just as many, if not more opposed (at least at this time). I have yet to get a response showing me where in the State a positive and favorable...

B.s. OK, thanks for that info. "Deputies" is a catch all word. I still bet my money on my hunch. But, I've been wrong before... rarely.:floor:

Not True? Who approached PBA? If it was an employee (notice, I did not say "deputy", thus implying a supervisor...), who was it? I bet it was someone very, very close to Ralph;-). Someone who'd do his bidding for him, even if it meant stabbing a fellow officer between the shoulder blades...

Focus Unlike the 90% of voters, my focus in this election (National) is that of National Security, not the finances. I am hurting financially, just as others are. I am willing to suck it up (for now) as long as my Country is Safe. I am not sure about my Country, but now I do know about my...

Clap You express joy (clapping guy) in the election of M. Adkinson to the Position of Sheriff of Walton County. Will you give him the chance to perform his duty as Sheriff? or will you blindly tie his hands? I oppose anti-police politicians (which is why I do not support Obama), but I am...

Here's one Sign-stealing prof resigns He got into trouble when he wrote about stealing McCain/Palin campaign signs from yards in Northfield.

Adkinson Won Adkinson won. No grasping at straws here. As I type, its not over for the Pres. I guess I'll find out what country I live in tomarrow... At least Walton County will be safe. w

Sheriff Elect Sheriff Adkinson, congratulations on your victory tonight. I am certain that you will bring law and order back to Walton County and the Office of Sheriff. God Bless, Stay Safe. W

Here it is. 10-26-2008, 10:44 PM SoWal Beaches Forum Beach Crab Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 3 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts To The Watcher 1. No I do not have experience in public finances. I do have experience in business and in my personal finances. 2. As to the formal...

Griffith says if he becomes sheriff, the first thing on his agenda will be the budget. "I would want to look at the finical department. What I would like to have is someone with at least an accounting degree or either a certified accountant to take care of the financial matters. I think we need...

??? As I have said, time and time and time again... I am not fully opposed to PBA or FOP or any "Union". It is the timing of this whole situation and the fact that the sad excuse for a public servant, Ralph Johnson is behind it. That is the problem here. As for either candidate saying...

Perfect I could not have said this better myself. Thanks.:clap:

Great Points You bring up excellent points here. However, all of the aforementioned perks are available to individual members if they join as individuals, either PBA or FOP. To vote the union in as a group severely limits future planning by any sheriff. I would ask that everyone wait unit...

Unions are failing You're assessment is right on. Historically, Unions were strong when work conditions and wages were poor. WCSO has some of the highest paid officers, and once RJ is gone, conditions will improve dramatically. I really like the PBA and FOP legal assistance and the fact...

Fail You can't see the forest through the trees can you? The sheriff that contacted you and your group to come in and "represent" his employees is a con man. He fired two pregnant female officers and solely because they didn't pay your monthly dues, you seem to not care about the injustice...

have a baby RJ is still here and still "working". Just go and get pregnant, that's a sure fire way to go.:funn:

Oh Boy "As to the females being fired. I'm afraid that you have me at a disadvantage. I know nothing about the case." You and your organization DO NOT know about the females officers case??? Oh boy, sorry to say but you are lost and without a map. Before you come to an area, one should...

Bitter My assumption is for the most part, correct. I don't want to start naming names but I am well aware of many of those "pushing" the Union to undermine Mike Adkinson. If your read my post in full, you'd see I do support the PBA, but only after the NEW Sheriff has a chance to do his...