JUNE 2ND12:00pmRibbon Cutting for Habitat forHumanity Re-Store @ 595 N Ferdon Blvd.

JUNE 4TH7:00amMonthly Chamber Breakfast meeting@ the Crestview Community Center

JUNE 11TH5:30-7:30pmBusiness After Hours hosted by North Okaloosa Medical Center@ 550 W. Redstone Ave suite #430

JUNE 27TH5:30pmAnnual Installation & Awards Dinner doors open at @ the Crestview Community Center

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THANKS TO OUR 2014 CORPORATE SPONSORS

OFFICERSAlicia Booker (North Okaloosa Medical Center)Chairman of the BoardMarian McBryde (Okaloosa Title & Abstract)Chairman-ElectDennis MitchellPast ChairmanMike Roy (Bryan Pest Control)TreasurerDerek Lott (CCB Community Bank)VC MembershipAshley Rogers (Chesser & Barr, P.A.)VC GovernmentCraig Shaw (Shaw Moving & Storage)VC Strategic DevelopmentRae Schwartz (Friends of the Arts)VC CommunityAlison Broxson (Shoal Creek Rehabilitation)VC Events

BOARD OF DIRECTORSRita Smith (CareerSource Okaloosa/ Walton)Dale Henderson (Lee Buick GMC)Chris Daggs (Hub City Ford, Inc.)Dawn Mann (Legacy Insurance of Northwest Florida, LLC)Yvonne Shanklin (Edward Jones)Tom Moody (Old Warrior Ranch)April Meier (Pawsitively Scrumptious)Sherrell Compton (New Life International Worship Center)Katie Sharon (BBVA Compass)Lynn Dominique (Revive Media Services)David Colon (Fred Astaire Dance Studio)Lynn Yort (Waste Management)Christie Cadenhead (FNBT.COM Bank)Dr. Paul Hsu (Crestview Technical Air Park)Jonathan Dunn (Emerald Coast Aviation)Robyn Helt (Elite Real Estate Services of NWFL, LLC)

Dan Bowers

STAFFWayne Harris - President & CEOValerie Lott - Offi ce Manager Jennifer Pierson - Executive Assistant

FOCUS is a publication of the Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce, 1447 Commerce Drive, Crestview, FL 32539, (850) 682 3212 • Fax (850) 682 7413

Published and printed by The Northwest Florida Daily News. Submit articles to the Chamber at the numbers listed above or by email at info@crestviewchamber.com.

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IN THIS MONTH’S ISSUE

FROM THE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARDby Alicia Booker, MHCA

From the Chairman of the Board. . . . . . Page 2

From the Chairman-Elect. . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3

New and Renewed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4

June Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5

Dollars for Scholars Rubber Duck Race . Page 6

Annual Installation & Awards Banquet. . Page 7

Ribbon Cuttings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 8

After Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9

Crestview Health Center . . . . . . . . . . . Page 10

Sponsor Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 12

Breakfast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 13

Wayne's World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14

IF YOUR BUSINESS IS INTERESTED IN SPONSORING THE FOCUS, PLEASE CONTACT

THE CHAMBER STAFF (850) 682-3212.

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PUBLISHING INFORMATION

It’s hard to believe that a year has passed sin ce being installed as President (now referred to as Chairman of the Board) of the Crestview Area of Commerce. We began the year with the theme Lights, Camera, Action. Our “Cast” of Chamber offi-cers, board members and com-

mittee chairs set about the business of promot-ing economic and cultural development for our community and promoting and protecting the interest of members.

We spent the year focusing on membership and ensuring that members have an understand-ing of the benefits their chamber membership offers. We also focused on leadership develop-ment and mentoring so that we have another generation of community minded individuals prepared to implement innovative ideas that will take our Chamber and this community to an even higher level of excellence. We had our greatest year of attendance at the Annual Triple B Barbeque Festival, promoted health Education with the Chamber’s community Health Fair and swung our way through The Annual Hacker’s Holiday Golf Tournament. The Chamber’s scholarship committee instituted a first this year with its Inaugural Duck Race to raise funds for the Foy Shaw Memorial Scholarship.

To the officers, board members, committee chairs and chamber staff, I thank you for your hard work, dedication and support. It has been my honor to serve as Chairman of the Board for the Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce.

Alicia Booker, MHCA2014-2015 Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the BoardMarketing ManagerNorth Okaloosa Medical Center151 E. Redstone Avenue | Crestview, FL 32539Tel: 850-689-8446 |Fax: 850-689-8487http://www.northokaloosa.comalicia_booker@chs.net

Alicia Booker, MHCA

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The end of June marks the end of the fiscal year for our Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce. It has been a wonderful year serving the Chamber as the Incoming Chair. I’ve met so many fabulous people in our community and have had the opportunity of building new friendships. I want to thank everyone on the Board and our community for your support.

But, right now, I want to focus the spotlight on our Current Chairwoman Ms Alicia Booker. Being elected to our Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce is really an honor; but, it also comes with a lot of responsibility, commitment to serve and “away time” from home and work. So, please take a moment when you see Alicia to thank her for her service to our Chamber and to her employer, North Okaloosa Medical Center, for sharing Alicia with us during this past year. And, I want to publicly say right here and now... THANK YOU, Alicia for your guidance throughout the year; your friendship and for just being a sweet and thoughtful woman.

Well, now that I have put the tissues away, I want to raise up Flags, Fathers and Fruits and Vegetables! Really?

Yes, Really. Flag Day is Sunday, June 14, 2015. Here’s another

great opportunity for us to stand up and wave “Old Glory.” Flag Day is celebrated each June 14 and commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States, which happened on that day in 1777 by resolution of the Second Continental Congress.

June is also National Fruits & Vegetable Month. We all remember our Mammas saying….”You’re not eating enough Fruits & Vegetables!” Well, here is our chance to pack them on. What better place than right here in the Crestview area to get scrumptious Fruits & Vegetables with our rich soil and fabulous weather. PS I am hoping that Watermelon counts for either a Fruit or Vegetable because that is what I’ll be eating anytime or anywhere.

I saved the best for last... FATHER’S DAY is June 21, 2015. I was blessed with having two Fathers. The very first known as “Daddy” is the man who helped raise me from birth, who I adored, looked up to and owe so much to for the person I am today. THANK YOU, DADDY! Eight years after Daddy passed away, my sweet Mother remarried a marvelous man that all five of us Kornegay Kids considered as a Dad. Tony took all of us under his wing and treated us as if one of his own, making a blended family a

reality. We affectionately called him “The Tonester” What a blessing he was to our Mother.

God Bless all Fathers – whether you have children of your own or there are children who consider you as their Father or as a Father figure. You are such a vitally important part of their lives. You teach us, you lead us, you protect us, sometimes spank us but you always love us. Wishing each and every Father a wonderful day of honor on Father’s day.

See you in July!

Marian K. McBryde, General ManagerOKALOOSA TITLE & ABSTRACT CO. CRESTVIEW Main Office:402 N. Main StreetCrestview, Florida 32536Phone: 850.682.6171

F R O M T H E C H A I R M A N - E L E C Tby Marian K. McBryde

It has been a Wonderful Year!

Marian Mcbryde

We (Bob and Joanne Fiddler) moved to the area in 2002 from Jacksonville in order to be closer to family in Okaloosa County. Former district managers with Jackson Hewitt, we decided to “go it alone” and opened Freedom Tax Service Plus, LLC in Crestview in the fall of 2002. After getting established, we recruited Joanne’s sister, Marcia Saranpa, away from her long career in the legal field to join in ownership.

People can have tax issues come up year-round, so being open year-round is a real plus for our clients. In addition to federal and state tax preparation services for individuals and small businesses, we provide small business bookkeeping and payroll services.

Okaloosa county is brimming with small businesses. At some point, a small business owner’s time is better spent doing the work of their business than fighting with bank statements and receipts—that’s when it makes sense for them to consider paying for bookkeeping services. Once a month they bundle up their business transactions and drop them on our desks. We enter all their business activity, reconcile all their accounts and produce reports for their review. When tax time rolls around, their tax return preparation is no longer a nightmare because the data has been captured throughout the year.

For small businesses with employees, our payroll services make payday hassles disappear. We produce payroll checks or sub-contractor checks in either hard copy or direct deposit. We make all required payroll tax deposits and file all state and federal payroll tax returns. At the end of the year we handle production of W2’s and 1099’s.

Our staff, our Freedom “family”, is the key to the success we’ve enjoyed all these years. Our ability to retain our staff means that clients are able to see the same preparer year after year. Each year, every employee completes many, many hours of continuing education, so you can have confidence that you are dealing with competent folks. Each of our preparers is listed in the IRS’s nationwide listing of tax professionals (http://irs.treasury.gov/rpo/rpo.jsf ) which was published for the first time in 2015. Inclusion in the listing requires preparers to register with the IRS, complete many continuing education hours, and pass a competency exam. Should we encounter a situation that requires additional research, our membership in the National Association of Tax Professionals (NATP) gives us a “lifeline” to highly trained CPAs and Tax Attorneys.

For more information, please visit our website at www.freedomtaxplus.com, stop by to see us at 417 Stillwell Blvd. in Crestview, or give us a call at 683-1040!

Your Okaloosa County Sheriff ’s Office is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year with pride in its outstanding history of serving and protecting residents and visitors alike. As a full service, accredited law enforcement agency, the OCSO continues to see record-breaking numbers in calls for service each year with a current population of nearly 200,000 residents as well as an influx of hundreds of thousands of tourists. The agency currently has approximately 260 sworn officers and 90 civilian support employees and operates at one of the lowest “per capita costs” and “officer per thousand ratios” in the country.

Recent highlights demonstrating the agency’s excellence include earning re-accreditation, having a School Resource Officer program recognized as the Best in Florida and an outstanding success rate in solving cold case murders – five in the last three years dating back to 1975. We are also especially proud of our employee’s commitment to charitable efforts in our community. During 2014, the men and women of the OCSO donated more than $60,000 and many hours of their personal time and resources.

We take pride in our professional and personal commitment to the betterment of the community we serve.

The OCSO offers district offices designed to provide easy public access.

These offices the Livingston Office located next to the Okaloosa County Courthouse in Crestview, the Laurel Hill and Baker substations, the Headquarters Building at 50 2nd Street in Shalimar, and the Destin Substation on Stahlman Avenue.

Led by Sheriff Larry Ashley, the OCSO’s mission statement reflects its priorities: “Ensuring fair and equal administration of the law, safeguarding civil liberties and preserving public safety and doing so with professionalism and unity of purpose, while being good stewards of the public’s trust.”

To keep up with all the agency’s news and information, join us on Facebook and Twitter and check out our comprehensive webpage at sheriff-okaloosa.org!

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT:Freedom Tax Service Plus, LLC

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT:Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office

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AXA AdvisorsRyan MabryComputer Learning Services, Inc.Lewis WilsonFlooring AmericaGreg Carr1464 Lowe’sRoger JayCJM Enterprises, LLCMichael BanksMilitary Appreciation Recognition Celebrations, Inc. Bob LynnOkaloosa Animal ClinicElizabeth ConradTaco Bell - TransitionRestaurant Group, Inc

JRL Conyers Lodge #364, Inc.Lonnie MoonJernigan & Sons, Inc.Jack JerniganBusiness Interiors, Inc.Ryan Price

Coastal Bank and TrustMartha MillerComfort Inn & Suites of CrestviewBecky TriplettPowell, Powell & Powell Law FirmLacey Powell ClarkThe House AgencyJake House1st Choice CleaningMichele GilbertEmerald Coast Children’sAdvocacy CenterJen FloroUWF Small BusinessDevelopment CenterTom HermansonFlorida A & M UniversityGloria JonesOkaloosa Eye Care, P.A.Amy RiggsWells Fargo Bank N.A.Randy Anglin

Emerald Coast HospiceAmanda CurtisFisher House of theEmerald Coast, Inc.Bob LynnMy Sister’s ClosetCynthia HarrisSouthern Key Properties, INCKaylyn ByrdEmerald Isle SeafoodPatrick O’RourkeGulf Coast Home HealthSharon Hannah

21st Century Oncology-Crestview Can-cer CenterBarbara TaylorA Cedar Oak Landscaping CompanyPeter ZegelDavidson Middle SchoolBeth WalthallEmerald Coast Association of RealtorsAnn RendleFirst NBC BankMark WaggyCCB Community BankDerek LottEmbroidery by AngelAngela MullinsHooters of CrestviewJason WilhelmMoore’s Chiropractic Health ClinicEarl Moore

Old Spanish Trail Shrine ClubJerry CarrolPattison Professional Counseling Center, IncTommy RowlandRealty House Commercial Properties, Inc.Basil BetheaShoal Creek Rehabilitation CenterAlison BroxsonCareerSource Okaloosa/ WaltonRita SmithClifford M. Calderwood, Sr., CPAClifford CalderwoodThe UPS Store #6577Alex BartheBrandon O. Stewart P.A.Brad StewartPeoples Home Health

Amy HerfApex BroadcastingRon RaybourneCumulus BroadcastingAaron HylandTroy UniversityKatina WhiteYellow River Wine BarJeanie HarrisOkaloosa County Minority HIV/Aids Task Force Inc.Tonsiaweda HayesARAMARK Effi e BradfordNorth Okaloosa Medical Center Alicia BookerBlackstone Golf CourseTy Bilbrey

Emerald Coast Crime StoppersNicole WagnerNBI RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES, INC.Craig BarrettCeleste Acosta

Padgett Business ServicesAaron JacobsCasbah Coffee CompanyJulie DrostArtery and Vein Specialists of the Emer-ald Coast, Inc.Ginger Manos

THANK YOU MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS

TIME TO RENEW

NEW AND RENEWEDHub City ITMichael Hohiderhubcityit.com850-603-0606Mia’s Italian RestaurantChris Quimbymiasitalianrestaurant.net(850) 682-83332203 S. Ferdon Blvd.White Sands PodiatryDr. Sean Hodsonwhitesandspodiatry.net 7720 U.S. Hwy. 98 #340, Miramar Beach(850) 622-1607Leeward MedicalHien DaoLeewardmedical.com430 Harrison Ave, Panama City(850) 215-2337

Progressive Management of America, Inc.Dan Thornepmainfo.com795 North Wilson Street(850) 664-6000North OkaloosaMedical CenterRyan Evansnorthokaloosa.com151 E. Redstone Avenue(850) 689-8463Gina Kirkland StudioGina Kirklandginakirkland.com(850) 902-3600

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

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JUNE CHAMBER MEETINGS & EVENTS

JUNE 2ND Health and Wellness Committee Meeting 8:30am@ the Crestview Chamber

JUNE 2ND Ribbon Cutting for Habitat for Humanity Re-Store 12:00pm@ 595 N Ferdon Blvd.

JUNE 4TH Monthly Chamber Breakfast meeting 7:00am@ the Crestview Community Center

JUNE 8TH Arts & Culture Committee Meeting 8:30am@ The Crestview Chamber

JUNE 9TH Military Affairs Committee Meeting 11:00am@ Coach N Four Steakhouse

JUNE 10TH Government Issues Committee Meeting 8:30am@ The Crestview Chamber

JUNE 11TH Business After Hours hosted by North Okaloosa Medical Center 5:30-7:30pm @ 550 W. Redstone Ave suite #430

JUNE 16TH Scholarship Committee meeting 8:30am @ the Crestview Chamber

JUNE 18TH PILOT Committee meeting 6:30pm location TBD

JUNE 18TH Executive Committee meeting 4:00pm @ the Crestview Chamber

JUNE 24TH Ambassador Committee Meeting 8:30am location TBD

JUNE 25TH Board Meeting 4:00pm @ the Crestview Chamber

JUNE 27TH Annual Installation & Awards Dinner doors open at 5:30pm@ the Crestview Community Center

JUNE COMMUNITY MEETINGS & EVENTS

JUNE 1ST Military Appreciation Recognition Celebration (MARC) meeting 1:00pm@ The Crestview Public Library

JUNE 1ST Ukulele Jam Club 6:00-8:00pm @ The Crestview Public Library

JUNE 1ST Rules of the Road: Investment Fundamentals hosted by Joe Faulk 6:00pm@ the Crestview Public Library

JUNE 2ND Legal Corn Hole: A Fun Overview of the Court System & Basic LawConcepts 10:30am @ the Crestview Public Library

JUNE 2ND Carver Hill Museum Meeting 5:30pm @ 895 McClelland Street

JUNE 3RD Troy University Office Hours 10:00am-2:00pm @ the Crestview Chamber office

JUNE 3RD Crestview Kiwanis & Rotary Meeting 12:00pm @ Coach n Four Steakhouse

JUNE 5TH Magician Beau Broomall 6:30pm @ the Crestview Public Library

JUNE 8TH City of Crestview Council Meeting 6:00pm @ City Hall

JUNE 8TH Focus on Fixed Income hosted by Joe Faulk 6:00pm@ the Crestview Public Library

JUNE 9TH GFWC Woman’s Club of Crestview 9:30-10:30am @ 150 Woodlawn Drive

JUNE 9TH Poetry and Music Jam 6:00pm @ the Crestview Public Library

JUNE 10TH Crestview Kiwanis & Rotary Meeting 12:00pm @ Coach n Four Steakhouse

JUNE 11TH Exchange Club of Crestview 7:00pm @ 1st Presbyterian Church of Crestview

JUNE 15TH Stocks: The Nuts & Bolts of Investment Strategy hosted by Joe Faulk 6:00pm @ the Crestview Public Library

JUNE 16TH Haven for Heroes a PSTD Veterans Program 6:00pm@ the Crestview Public Library

JUNE 17TH Troy University Office Hours 10:00am-2:00pm@ the Crestview Chamber office

JUNE 17TH Crestview Kiwanis & Rotary Meeting 12:00pm @ Coach n Four Steakhouse

JUNE 17TH RA Capozzola Lodge Sons of Italy Meeting 6:00pm@ Foxwood Country Club

JUNE 18TH Crestview Main Street Association meeting 6:00pm@ the Crestview City Chambers

JUNE 22ND City of Crestview Council Meeting 6:00pm @ City Hall

JUNE 22ND Crestview Writers group 6:00pm @ the Crestview Public Library

JUNE 22ND An Investor Tour of Mutual Funds hosted by Joe Faulk 6:00pm@ the Crestview Public Library

JUNE 24TH Crestview Kiwanis & Rotary Meeting 12:00pm @ Coach n Four Steakhouse

JUNE 25TH Exchange Club of Crestview 7:00pm @ 1st Presbyterian Church of Crestview

JUNE 29TH Preparing for the Unexpected: Proactive Protection hosted by Joe Faulk 6:00pm @ the Crestview Public Library

For additional information about theevents listed, please visit our website

crestviewchamber.com

J U N E 2 0 1 5 C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T SFOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE EVENTS LISTED, PLEASE VISIT WWW.CRESTVIEWCHAMBER.COM

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1ST ANNUAL DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARS

RUBBER DUCK RACES

Total Profit$3,500

Foy Shaw Memorial Scholarship CommitteeEvent Chair: Valerie Manley

Finish Line Sponsor:Coastal Bank and Trust

WINNERS1ST Ducky # 230Michael & April McLaim

2nd Ducky # 346Brandon Hudson or Heather Bryson

3rd Ducky # 190Sara Reese

Chris Daggs - MCChristie Cadenhead

Andre’ RogersCrestview Fire DepartmentRae Schwartz (Boy Scouts)

Fish and WildlifePam Meadows

Deb CluffArt Austin

Crestview HS Leadership

Crestview Police DepartmentRita Smith

Michael & Gregory ManleyTammy Matz

1,000 Rubber DucksMotorsRope

Craft SuppliesOar

Row Boat

Food VenderPool Noodles

A Team Kitchen & BathBNI of NW Florida

Casbah Coffee CompanyCCB

Coastal Bank and TrustFred Astaire

Dunkin Donuts

Friends of the ArtsFriends of the Crestview Library

Gulf PowerHello Beautiful

Main Street Crestview Assoc.Nathan Boyles, PA

Okaloosa Title & Abstract

Pawsitively ScrumptiousPublix

Saltmarsh, Cleaveland & GundWal-Mart

West Florida AHEC

VOLUNTEERS

DONATED ITEMS

SPONSORS

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CRESTVIEW AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCEpresents the

Annual Installation& Awards Banquet

SATURDAY, JUNE 27CRESTVIEW COMMUNITY CENTER | 1446 Commerce Drive

FOR QUESTIONS OR TO PURCHASE TICKETS PLEASE CONTACT THE CRESTVIEW AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

(850)682-3212 | www.crestviewchamber.com

“Building a strong community, in perfect harmony”

TICKETS$30

RESERVED TABLES (First 15 Only)

$35OSocial at 5:30pm | Program 6:00-9:00 pm

Catering provided by Boudreaux Refreshments Sponsored by CCB-CrestviewDress is Business Casual

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RIBBON CUTTINGS AFTER HOURS

DRIVEN SPORTS NUTRITION2670 S. Ferdon Blvd. Suite 106 | (850) 398-6886

www.drivensn.com

PANERA BREAD #17302670 S. Ferdon Blvd. | (850) 423-7172

www.panerabread.com

PROGRESSIVE MANAGEMENT OF AMERICA, INC.795 North Wilson Street | (850) 664-6000

www.pmainfo.com

EMERALD COAST AVIATION5535 John Givens Rd | (850) 398-6749

www.emeraldcoastaviation.com

THE LEWIS DIAMOND GALLERY3670 South Ferdon Blvd. Suite 130 | (850) 682-3638

PAPA MURPHY'S TAKE N BAKE PIZZA2670 S. Ferdon Blvd. | (850) 432-4618

www.papamurphys.com

JUNE'S AFTER HOURS

IS YOUR BUSINESS INTERESTED IN HOSTINGA BUSINESS AFTER HOURS?

Please contact Chamber Staff to schedule your After Hours or if you have any questions email info@crestviewchamber.com or

call 850.682.3212.

FOR HOSTING MAY'S AFTER HOURS EVENTTHANK YOU Lee Buick GMC

June's After Hourswill be sponsored by:

North Okaloosa Medical Center June 11th from 5:30-7:30pm

at 550 W Redstone Ave suite #430

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June: Men’s Health Month – Prostate Cancer AwarenessMEMBER ARTICLE Crestview Health Center

I was recently asked what I thought would be a good discussion topic regarding men’s health. There are a lot of men who have high blood pressure, heart disease and diabetes but these diseases do not bias themselves only to men. The medical issue “we” men are most reluctant discuss is one that the National Cancer Institute credits as the second most prolific cancer killer among men. My immediate thought was we need to share more information about the risks and treatment of prostate cancer.

If you are a man over the age of 40 please read the quiz and check your answers below. I think a couple of the answers will surprise you.

True or False quiz:1. Men of any age can get prostate cancer. True | False2. Prostate problems often cause men to have trouble passing urine. True |

False3. Prostate cancer is very common in the US. True | False4. Men with prostate cancer need to get treatment right away. True | False5. All men should be tested for prostate cancer. True | False6. There’s nothing that can be done to lower the chances of getting prostate

cancer.True | False(Courtesy of the American Cancer Society)

Men of any age can get prostate cancer. (True)It is true that prostate cancer can be found in men younger than 40, but it’s very

rare in this age group. The risk of prostate cancer rises rapidly after age 50 – about 6 in 10 cases of prostate cancer are found in men over the age of 65.

Prostate problems often cause men to havetrouble passing urine. (False)

Many people consider the tell-tale sign of prostate symptoms to be difficulty urinating but early prostate cancer usually doesn’t cause symptoms. As the tumor grows, the cancer can cause things like:

• Problems passing urine (peeing) like a weak or slow stream, or having to go a lot, especially at night.

• Blood in the urine• Erection problems• Weakness and bone pain

Other diseases cause these symptoms, too. For example, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a much more common cause of urine problems than prostate cancer. Still, it’s important to see a doctor if you have any of these problems so that the cause can be found and treated, if needed.

Prostate cancer is very common in the US. (True)Other than skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common cancer in US men.

Each year more than 230,000 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer in the US. And, it’s the second leading cause of cancer death in US men, behind only lung cancer.

Men with prostate cancer need to get treatmentright away. (False)Most men are diagnosed with prostate cancer when it’s still at an early stage – it’s small and has not spread. There are many important factors to take into account before deciding on a treatment, such as your age, your general health, and the likelihood that the cancer will cause problems for you. You should also think about possible side effects of treatment. Some men, for example, want to avoid possible surgery and radiation side effects, like incontinence or impotence, for as long as possible.

All men should be tested for prostate cancer. (False)If you’re older or have other serious health problems and your cancer is slow

growing, you might be more inclined to consider active surveillance, instead of treatments that are likely to cause major side effects.

Active surveillance means monitoring the cancer closely with regular prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood tests, digital rectal exams (DREs), and ultrasounds to see if the cancer is growing. Prostate biopsies may be done, too. If there’s a change in your test results, your doctor would then talk to you about treatment options.

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June: Men’s Health Month – Prostate Cancer Awareness (Continued)

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There’s nothing that can be done to lower the chances of getting prostate cancer. (False)

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• Get to and stay at a healthy weight.• Get regular physical activity.• Limit your intake of high-calorie foods and

drinks.• Eat at least 2½ cups of vegetables and fruits each

day.• Choose whole grains instead of refined grain

products.• Limit how much processed meat and red meat

you eat.• Drink no more than 2 drinks per day.

More information can be found at the American Cancer Society website or specifically at: http://www.cancer.org/cancer/prostatecancer/index.

Dr. Venkata K. PothurajuFamily Medicine PhysicianCrestview Health Center

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A WORD FROM OUR SPONSORCOMMUNITY BANK

Community Bank entered Crestview in 2007, providing residential and commercial loans. In November 2013 we opened a banking office on U.S. 90 near the intersection of Highway 85. This provided the opportunity to operate

a full service banking facility. We truly appreciate the support of the Chamber membership over the years to enable us to be an important part of the community.

The Bank is operated as a community bank with local decision making and products designed for the market. Some of the services we offer are commercial, agricultural, consumer and residential lending, deposit and cash management services, wealth management, to name a few. Our commitment to the community is demonstrated by our staff of experienced professionals available to meet the needs of our clients. Please give us the opportunity to live our motto, “Like no other bank you know”.

Fred LeopoldFlorida Chief Executive OfficerCommunity Bank

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CHEERS & TEARS

MAY 7TH7:00amMonthly Chamber Breakfast meeting @ the Crestview Community Center

MAY 9TH11:00am1st Annual Dollars for Scholars Rubber Duck Race to benefi t the Foy Shaw Memorial Scholarship @ Twin Hills Park

MAY 14TH5:30-7:30pmBusiness After Hours hosted by Lee Buick GMC @ 4300 S. Ferdon Blvd

MAY 30TH2015 Hacker’s Holiday Golf Tournament

The next Chamber Breakfast will be THURSDAY, AUGUST 6TH, 2015.

Please join us!

We are now offering“BREAKFAST CLUB CARDS.”

This card allows you to pre-pay the entry fee for the year! If you would like more

information, please contact theChamber Staff, 682-3212 orinfo@crestviewchamber.com

Casbah Coffee Company

Computer Learning Services, Inc.

Crestview Public Library

Driven Sports Nutrition

Eglin Federal Credit Union

Gulf Coast Dermatology

Heritage Museum of Northwest

Florida

Main Street Crestview Association

Pawsitively Scrumptious Bark Bakery

& Boutique

Peoples Home Health

Shoal Creek Rehabilitation Center

STO Summerlin Truck Outfitter &

Service Center, LLC

Thank You for Providing Door Prizes

Thank you to our sponsor for Sponsoring the May Breakfast.

HIGHLIGHTS FROM APRIL'SCHAMBER BREAKFAST

TEARS!

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Happy summer... almost! I really like summer other than spring it’s the best time of year. I am more active in my walking, riding, fishing, working on my yard, you name it. Did I mention I like summer? Welcome June.

June also brings an end to our Chairman of the Board, Alicia Booker’s term of office. What a great year she had and what great leadership

she provided our Chamber. Under her leadership our Chamber has moved significantly forward and she will leave an unbelievable legacy for our future.

As Alicia’s year comes to an end and we need to honor the many great volunteers that have done so much for our Chamber and for our wonderful community. We celebrate our volunteer’s exhaustive contributions on June 27th, 2015 at our Annual Installation of Officers and Awards Banquet, from 5:30 social and program start at 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm. Food will be great, steaks by Boudreaux and refreshments sponsored by CCB- Crestview. Dress is casual so you really have no excuse to join the fun and help celebrate another Chamber year.

It’s also a time to thank the Officers and Directors that have served their terms with distinction and great leadership. I know we will still see them throughout the next year. The following community leaders have

truly served our Chamber and our Community with great distinction: Katie Sharon, BBVA Compass Bank, Dan Bowers Jr., 3 Rivers CPA’s and Consulting LLC., Robyn Helt, Elite Real Estate Services of NWFL, LLC., Jonathan Dunn, Emerald Coast Aviation, Dr. Paul Hsu, Crestview Technical Airpark (CTAP), Dennis Mitchell. Thank you all for your service.

Welcome to our newly elected leaders: Ashley McCullum, Embry- Riddle Aeronautical University, David Gaillard, Air Care A/C & Heating Service, Inc., Betsy Roy, City of Crestview, Amy Herf, Peoples Home Health, Ryan Mabry, AXA Advisors. Come on out on June 27th, 2015 and welcome our newest chamber volunteer leaders.

We also would be remiss if we didn’t welcome the folks that really make things happen in our Chamber and our Community, our Committee Chairs: Membership Committee, Lynn Dominique, Revive Media; Ambassadors, Anne Sheffield, Career Source Okaloosa/Walton; Professional Inspired Leaders of Tomorrow (PILOT), Ryan Mabry, Axa Advisors; Government Issues, Christie Cadenhead, FNBT.com; Airport, Dino Sinopoli, Re/Max, Agency One Inc; Military Affairs Committee (MAC), Betsy Roy, City of Crestview; Strategic Development, Craig Shaw, Shaw Moving and Storage; Health and Wellness, Meg Lawhon, Crescent Park Village; Hackers Holiday Golf, Chris Daggs, Hub City Ford; Triple B, Mike Roy, Bryan Pest Control.

Welcome!Once again you are invited to the fun and family at

our Annual Installation and Award Dinner, June 27th, 2015, Crestview Community Center. Tickets are $30 per person or be one of the first to reserve your table for $350.00, limited to the first fifteen only. Dinner is steaks and all the trimmings by Boudreaux. Refreshments provided by CCB-Crestview, dress is casual and social time is 5:30 and the program will start promptly at 6 pm. See you on June 27th.

WAYNE'S WORLD By Wayne HarrisCrestview Area Chamber of Commerce President & CEO

Wayne Harris

As we are set to wrap up the Chamber’s fiscal year with a GREAT Installation and Awards Dinner on June 27th. (Don’t forget to get your tickets!)

I just wanted to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to ALL of you for continuing to amaze me with the time you donate to the Chamber. I am truly grateful to each of you for the continued support of the Chamber Ambassadors. This is a WONDERFUL committee to be on! Not only is it a great way to network and learn about someone else’s business but I have watched friendships develop and business transactions take place. I LOVE IT!

As Anne Shaffield prepares to officially take over as Chair of the Ambassador committee in July, we are going to have one last BLAST for this year’s Ambassador’s points. EVERYONE will start with “0” points being in July. The following “Active” Ambassadors will be named in the June Focus (no business card ads) in appreciation

for all that you have done this year. If I have missed anyone, please email me.

The points will begin again on July 1st! Please make sure that you submit your monthly Ambassador events to Anne by the 1st of the month so they are counted for the Focus. Ex: July’s events will need to be in by August 1st for them to count.

Again, THANK YOU for all you do! Your dedication DOES NOT go unnoticed!

List of Ambassadors:Elayna Brewer – Crestview Rehabilitation CenterLaurin Wheelock – Trustmark National BankAnne Shaffield – Career Source Okaloosa WaltonValerie Manley – Coastal Bank and TrustTom Moody – Old Warrior RanchKristan Howard – Beach Community MortgageCraig Shaw – Shaw Moving & Storage

Marcia Fleming – Edward JonesChristie Cadenhead – FNBT.COM Bank Suite 100Dawn Mann – Legacy Insurance

of Northwest Florida, LLCMarian McBryde – Okaloosa Title & AbstractAlicia Booker – North Okaloosa Medical CenterMike Roy – Bryan Pest ControlBetsy Roy – City Of CrestviewValerie Spears – Spears Environmental Inc.

Pest ControlRita Smith – Career Source Okaloosa WaltonYvonne Shanklin – Edward JonesEric Dibert – Matthews & Jones, LLPRyan Mabry – AXA Advisors Derek Lott – CCB Community BankPatti Gonzo – Main Street Crestview AssociationRachel Bendix – Oneblood, Inc.David Colon – Fred Astaire Dance Studio

CHAMBER AMBASSADORS

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