04-30-2013 redone.pdf - Braxton Citizens' News

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All candidates will receive full andfair consideration for employment.Citizens’NEWSRN NEEDEDElkins M-F 7a-11aU.S. NursingNetworkCall 1-866-644-4484Or ApplyOnline atwww.usnursingnetwork.comApril 30, 2013 Page 15WVDNR advises public to leave young wildlife aloneThe West VirginiaDivision of Natural Resourcesadvises peopleto leave all young wildlifealone. “The spring seasonis the time of yearwhen the woods and fieldsof West Virginia are fullof new life,” said GeneThorn, wildlife biologistat the West Virginia StateWildlife Center in FrenchCreek. “People have agreat opportunity to viewand enjoy young wildlifeduring this season, but itis especially important forthe public to understandthe need to avoid touchingor disturbing these wildanimals.”Attempts to rescue orrehabilitate young wildlifeare often counter-productive,according to Thorn.Picking up or getting tooclose to wildlife greatlyincreases the chance ofharm to the animal and/or the persons involved inthis unwise practice. Bytouching young animals,humans leave a scent thatmay attract a predator.Wildlife viewing is anenjoyable and perfectlyPond fish: $5.992 for $10.005 for $20.00Located at 521 Elk St.Gassawayacceptable activity; however,Wildlife ResourcesSection personnel recommendthat this pastimebe conducted from a safedistance and with the aidof binoculars.“In addition to beingdetrimental to the welfareof young animals, handlingwildlife potentiallymay expose humans tovarious wildlife-associateddiseases, parasitesand other health-relatedrisks,” said Thorn. “Rabies,roundworms andother parasites such asDNR issues outdoor burning banFrom March 1through May 31, daytimeburning is prohibitedfrom the hours of 7a.m. to 5 p.m. Outdoorburning is permittedonly between the hoursof 5 p.m. and 7 a.m.State law requiresa ring or safety striparound outdoor firesto keep the fire fromspreading into thewoods. This safety stripmust be cleared of allburnable material andbe at least 10 feet widecompletely around thedebris pile.Additional requirementsof the state’sfire laws include stayingon-site until thefire is completely extinguished,and onlyburning vegetativematerials like leaves,brush and yard clippings.If you allow a fireyou have started toescape and it causesa wildfire or forest fire,you will be subjectto fines ranging from$100 to $1,000.An additional civilpenalty of $200 alsowill be assessed againstyou.lice and ticks can betransmitted to humansthrough the improperhandling of wildlife.”DNR offices statewidereceive numerouscalls each year concerningyoung wildlife, especiallyfawn deer that have beenpicked up by well-meaningresidents. In almostevery case these younganimals have not beenabandoned.The offspring are oftenhidden as the adultsearches for food, and thisseparation can last for afew hours or all day.Humans are poorsubstitute parents for wildanimals, because youngwildlife require specialdiets and learn survivalskills from their parents.Removing young wildlifefrom its natural environmentalmost certainlyWith a full heartof many thanks, thankyou to the ones whoplanned and workedso hard to make theBenefit Ride/Cookoutpossible. We would liketo thank all those whoparticipated in the ride,leads to the death of theanimal.Many people oftenmistake a bedded fawn,with no mother in sight,as abandoned, but that isusually not the case. Hidingthe fawn and leavingit while the doe searchesfor food is an importantsurvival tactic. The spottedpattern and colorationof fawns and their lack ofscent afford protection tothese young animals andmake them difficult forpredators to detect.If a predator happensto approach close to afawn, the young deer willnormally hold very stilluntil the threat passes. Ifdiscovered by a predator,the fawn will wait until thevery last moment beforefleeing to safety.The doe will comeback to check on her fawnDevin Reeder benefit rideand cookout thank youbrought food, called,came to visit and otheracts of kindness thatwere shown.We are extremelyappreciative andthankful for all of thelocal support and involvementduring thisHutchinsonfamily thank youThe family of LenoreFurby Hutchinson wouldlike to thank everyonewho gave their time,food, flowers, cards,thoughts, and prayers tous during our mother’spassing. The outpouringof love will never beforgotten.We wish to thankStockert-Sizemore FuneralHome for theircare and service, theLoyd boys for diggingthe grave, Trooper AndrewShingler and theother two state troopersat feeding time. As a finalcaution, remember thatstate laws and regulationsprohibit the possession ofwildlife without a permit.Under any circumstances,when you pick up a younganimal in the wild, youhave taken it into yourpossession. The fines forillegal possession of afawn deer, black bear cub,baby raccoon, squirrel orany other species takenor possessed during theclosed season range from$20 up to a maximum of$1,000 and/or up to 100days in jail.“We want everyoneto enjoy wildlife in WestVirginia,” said Thorn.“For your own health andsafety and to protect thestate’s wildlife, rememberthese wild animals shouldbe left alone and allowedto stay wild.”difficult time. We alldeeply appreciated allthat has been done forour family.Thank you fromthe bottom of ourhearts, Devin, Chad &John Reeder and Jack& Barb Flint.GSC announces 10thannual Trilluim ReadingThe 10th annualGlenville State CollegeTrillium Reading is scheduledfor Friday, May 3rdat 4:00 p.m. in the MollohanCampus CommunityCenter Room 315.The Trillium is a literaryand arts journal that containsartwork, poetry, andprose created by GSC students,faculty, staff, andcommunity members.This year’s issueof the Trilluim will includenot only works fromWeston streetfair to be heldin JuneThe Weston Fairsand Festivals Committeeis planning to kickoff theannual Weston AmazingWeek activities with theWeston Street Fair andAntique Show in Weston.The Street Fair will beheld from noon to 5 p.m.on Sat., June 15, on WestSecond Street betweenMain Avenue and PostOffice Alley.Other events thatweek include a pet blessingand show; cupcakechallenge; ribs contest;West Virginia HistoryChallenge by the CitizensBank; Shentel’s FamilyNight at the Movies; gardentour; Shop N SaveCar Show; and cornholetournament.For more informationor for vendors interestedin participating inthe street fair should contactJulia Spelsberg in theevening at 304-269-3683.GSC’s campus but alsoworks from Rachel Peckhamof Marshall Universityand Richard Schmittof West Virginia WesleyanCollege. In addition, thereare works from John Hoppenthalerand AndreaHollander who have bothbeen visiting writers atGSC.“I’ve been the facultyadvisor to the Trilliumsince 2008. I’ve beenproud of every single issuethat our student editorshave published, and thisone is no exception. I’mparticularly pleased thatthis year’s Trillium isfeaturing work from suchan impressive diversityof writers and artists. Ihope everyone can joinus Friday in celebratingthis year’s Trillium andin celebrating GSC’s creativespirit and talents,”said Glenville State CollegeAssociate Professorof English Dr. JonathanMinton.Free copies of the2013 Trillium will beavailable at the readingas well as in the MollohanCampus CommunityCenter, the Robert F. KiddLibrary, the GSC Departmentof Language andLiterature in the HeflinAdministration Building,and other locations oncampus.For more informationabout the Trilliumreading, contact Mintonat jonathan.minton@glenville.eduor (304) 462-6322.Summer womenbowling leagueto beginThe Wednesday MidMountaineer Womenbowling league will starton Wednesday May 1,2013 at 6:00 pm at theShock-N-All Bowing Alleyin Flatwoods. An organizationalmeeting willbegin at 5:30 p.m. to goover the by-laws and anyother concerns.Any people/teamswishing to join this league,please come to the meeting.(A team consists of 4people.) “Hope to see youthere!”who assisted with thefuneral procession, Dr.Gant and George Smarrfor the home-visits, theHome-Health nurses,especially Cindy Hoover,for the tender, lovingcare shown to Mom.If there is anyonewe have missed, pleaseforgive us. Everythingwas and is so appreciated.The donations tothe Stone Run Cemeteryin Mom’s memory areamazing. 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