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‘White Christmas’ hits the stage Irving Berlin’s musical at the Cumming Playhouse Nov. 21- Dec. 15 By CAITLYN WALTERS walters@northfulton.com

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Ben Bryant as “Bob Wallace” and J.D. Touchton as “Phil Davis” prepare for the first act.

CUMMING, Ga. – The Cumming Playhouse sets the stage for Irving Berlin’s musical, “White Christmas,” from Nov. 21 to Dec. 15. Director Kathy Larsen said the 25-member cast has been preparing for this “true American Christmas classic” since the beginning of September. She said even though this is the first time most of them have worked together, they make for a strong cast. “It’s a fantastic cast, and I couldn’t be happier,” Larsen said. “They are talented, have wonderful dispositions and

they are just lovely to each other.” An impressive and versatile cast is essential to perfect this heartwarming musical, which is an adaption featuring 17 Irving Berlin songs and a book by David Ives and Paul Blake. In the musical, veterans Bob Wallace, played by Ben Bryant, and Phil Davis, played by J.D. Touchton, have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to

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Piper asked. “In two years, we lost 19 young adults and I haven’t seen one story on those in the media.” Piper said the response for parents is to speak candidly with children about drugs. “Get involved with your kids, get to know your kids,” Piper said. “Get in their business. Their business, by definition, is your business.” If a young person is too hard to control, Piper said to reach out to law enforcement for guidance. “We’ll show you resources of where to go for help,” he said.

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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The numbers of drug-related overdoses in young people is alarming, said Forsyth County Sheriff Duane Piper. In the last two years, there have been 19 drug overdoses in the county — seven so far this year. Of those, 13 were opiate overdoses. The statistics were released at the inaugural Forsyth County Drug Awareness Summit held Nov. 5 at the Forsyth Conference Center.

A standing-room only audience of parents, children and community members came out to hear from a panel of experts who have firsthand experience as it relates to drugs and young people. Since 2006, there have been 14 traffic fatalities in Forsyth County of people 21 and under. Three of these involved alcohol and one involved drugs, Piper said. “We are doing a good job telling our children not to drink and drive, but in sending that message, are we telling them that drugs might be OK?”

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be talking about.” Forsyth County CommisMills said a drug coalition sioner Cindy Jones Mills, who is in the works to continue the helped put together the “Stop conversation and be proacYour Kids Before Drugs Stop tive in providing parThem” event, said this ents with tools such is the first of its kind as drug testing and in the county. video o a h offering resources Mills said the for parents to county has a get help for their great community child. that takes pride The event was in its achieveyth brought about ments, but that . d heral because of social there are underlyservices committee ing issues, such as and juvenile justice drug addiction, that discussions on drugs in the need to be addressed. community, Mills said. In ad“We are thriving and growdition, parents kept approaching and sometimes we get lost in all of that,” Mills said. “There are issues we need to See SUMMIT, Page 4

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CUMMING, Ga. — A neighbor fired gunshots that ended up across the street, nearly missing a baby and an elderly woman. While no one was seriously injured, a man watching television suffered cuts to his head from shattered glass and shrapnel, according to a Forsyth County Sheriff’s incident report. About 4:15 p.m. Oct. 15, multiple patrol cars were dis-

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patched to the 6000 block of Forsyth Drive in North Forsyth, off Ga. 9, after residents reported several shots fired. One of the paxton victims said he had the front door open and he was sitting on his couch in the living room when he heard

gunshots fired. Two of the bullets hit his home. One round penetrated the double-pane glass window of his opened door and shattered the sheet rock at the corner of his living room and kitchen. The victim’s wife said her grandmother was standing on the porch when they heard four to six shots fired. She said she tackled her grandmother while holding her baby. She heard about six more

shots after she went to help her husband. Deputies canvassed the area and found the bullets came from a home across the street. When deputies spoke to the homeowner, he said he fired the shots from his back deck. John Paxton, 53, was charged with reckless conduct and criminal trespass; both are misdemeanors. He was taken to Forsyth County Detention Center.

have drugs. They said the man hit them in the throats, and that is why they pepper sprayed him. Officers charged the two teens with underage consumption of alcohol, and they were taken to Cumming Police Department.

around the dog’s neck and was clipped back to itself. The cable was deeply embedded, and deputies said it appeared as if the fur was growing back over it. When the owner arrived, she told deputies the stray dog had followed her children home about eight years ago. She said she had not seen the dog in about a week, but deputies explained that this type of injury takes more than a week to happen. Melinda Barahona, 48, was charged with animal cruelty, a misdemeanor. She was taken to Forsyth County Detention Center. The dog was taken to Dr. Orr’s Animal Hospital for medical treatment.

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Man pepper sprayed by drunken teens Woman charged CUMMING, Ga. — A man was with animal cruelty pepper sprayed in his face after he told two teens there was not enough money to buy them alcohol, according to a Cumming Police incident report. A man staying at the Sun Suites Hotel, 555 Lake Center Parkway, told officers he had been pepper sprayed by two teens staying on the first floor on Oct. 24. The victim first told officers he did not know why, and then later said he was going to buy alcohol for the teens, but there was not enough money. The teens became upset and they got into a verbal and physical fight. Officers said the two teens came stumbling to the door when asked their side of the story. An 18-year-old man told officers he had been drinking with his 17-year-old brother, when the “victim” came to their room. The teens said the man asked for drugs, and he got aggressive when they did not

CUMMING, Ga. — Neighbors called deputies because a dog that was left outside in a yard had a severely embedded collar, according to a Forsyth County Sheriff’s incident Barahona report. A resident in the 5000 block of Porter Lane told deputies a dog was left outside in the yard and tied up with an embedded collar Oct. 30. When deputies arrived, the brown Jack Russell mix was laying on the ground beside a plate of what looked like several different leftover dinners and an empty water bowl. There was no shelter or shade for him, and his ribs were showing. Deputies took pictures of a cable that was attached to a stake in the ground, wrapped

$20K worth of electronics stolen FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A former employee was caught stealing $20,000 in computer equipment, according to a Forsyth County Sheriff’s incident report. The corporate security director of JM Family Enterprises told deputies that someone stole Cisco computer components from their subsidiary, Datascan Technologies, 5925 Cabot Parkway, in September. After reviewing the internal and external video surveillance, it showed a former

Man lies about stolen medication CUMMING, Ga. — A man told deputies someone stole his medication, but video surveillance tells a different story, according to a Forsyth County Sheriff’s incident Wyrembelski report. Deputies were dispatched to the Ingles Market parking lot, 2835 Keith Bridge Road, after a man said someone broke into his red Chevrolet Blazer about midnight Oct. 31. He told deputies his global positioning system and two medication bottles were stolen from inside his center console. He said his Percocet and Flexeril bottles had been filled with 120 pills each the day before. Deputies viewed the video surveillance from Ingles and did not see anyone approach the man’s car.

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arrested Oct. 19 on Burruss Mill Road in Cumming for possession of marijuana. ►► Jacob Neil Kimbrell, 21, of Stone Creek Circle, Cumming, was arrested Oct. 20 on Keith Bridge Road in Gainesville for possession of marijuana and headlight violation. ►► Alan James Yancey, 24, of Archer Avenue, Cumming, was arrested Oct. 21 on Freedom Parkway in Cumming for possession of methamphetamines with intent to distribute and possession of drug-related items. ►► Jason Lee Gravitt, 29, of Ridge Road, Cumming, was arrested Oct. 23 on Burruss Mill Road in Cumming for possession of methamphetamines and expired registration. ►► Javan Monte Adams Jr., 22, of Tree Ridge Parkway, Alpharetta, was arrested Oct. 30 on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell for possession of marijuana, suspended license and wanted person. and did not see anyone, either. Deputies arrested Randy Wyrembelski, 51, and charged him with three counts of falsely reporting a crime, misdemeanors. He was taken to Forsyth County Detention Center.

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‘Treaters’ can’t ‘trick’ the law Increase of DUI, drug charges due to Halloween partiers By CAITLYN WALTERS walters@northfulton.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office prepared for Halloween week and caught many tricksters who couldn’t handle their liquid treats. Deputies pulled over and arrested a large number of motorists during the holiday week for various offenses, said Forsyth County Sheriff’s Deputy Doug Rainwater.

What started as speeding, swerving or changing lanes without signaling resulted in arrests for driving under the influence of alcohol and possession of illegal drugs. “We usually see an increase in arrests from the week leading up to Halloween,” Rainwater said. “The main reason is alcohol and parties.” In the five-day period from Oct. 26 through Oct. 30, deputies arrested 15 people for DUI and drug possession charges.

From Oct. 31 through Nov. 2, the holiday weekend, they arrested another 15 people for the same charges. One woman started her partying early and crashed into a school bus filled with children. At about 2:50 p.m. Oct. 31, a Forsyth County school bus with 12 students inside drove south on Campground Road, according to a Forsyth County Sheriff’s incident report. The bus driver slowed at the intersection of Longstreet

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ing her to do something. “There are children who are suffering and parents who don’t know what is going on,” Mills said. “We are doing this for the kids and doing this for the community. We want to be the best we can be.” Superior Court Judge Jeffrey Bagley called the county’s and nation’s drug use growth an epidemic. He has firsthand knowledge as presiding judge in the county’s drug court. “Billions of dollars are spent on the care for substance abusers, not to mention the social toll that drugs and alcohol abuse takes on our society,” Bagley said. Bagley said many times, the families spend a lot of money to send their drug-addicted child to a relative or a rehab center, only to learn that after spending of a good portion of their life savings, the person is using again after a short period of time. In January, the drug court celebrates 10 years of service. Since its creation, there have been 236 persons who have graduated and about 32 people have been rearrested, a 13 percent recidivism rate. Nationwide, the recidivism rate for drug offenders hovers around 50 percent. Forsyth’s drug court has seen an increase in prescription, meth and opiate users. The threat of prison, jail sanctions and drug testing forces the users to comply and eventually embrace their new sober lifestyle. “The drug court participants say that the drug court has actually saved their lives,” Bagley said. Juvenile Court Chief Judge J. Russell Jackson said that parents are the best prevention for drug use in children. “You have real power here, don’t be afraid to use it and exercise it,” Jackson said. “Parents are the best anti-drug.”

Church Road, flipped on the turn signal and waited to turn. That is when Nina Amren, 55, slammed into the back of the amren bus with her black 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. Amren was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and following too closely, both misdemeanors, and taken to Forsyth County Detention Center. Jackson said if parents cannot keep up with their child, they can file a complaint in juvenile court and ask for help with intensive drug testing and additional monitoring. “We have tools to assist you,” Jackson said. “Don’t be afraid to ask for help.” Speakers at the event warned about alcohol and marijuana use. “Marijuana is a powerful mind-altering drug,” Jackson said. “It’s not regulated.” Bradley R. Baker, founder and chief executive officer of the Bradley Intervention Center, said in the last three months, there have been 20 families that reached out for help because of alcohol or heroin addiction. “It could be your child and it is in our community,” Baker said. Baker said getting engaged and knowing more about the child is the answer. Taking away iPads and cars is not enough. “The more you try to control with curfews, the more they will push back on you,” Baker said. “You’re feeding the train and you’re feeding and feeding it and finally that train is going to run off the tracks.” Baker said it takes a community and there are resources out there. The stigma associated with drug addiction has to be shifted, he said. “We need to change our mindset here,”Baker said. Other speakers in the Drug Awareness Summit included Sherry Ajluni, a parent whose son Brandon Schiff died of heroin overdose and former Atlanta Braves pitcher John Smoltz. Smoltz, 46, said drugs were never pushed on him throughout his life, but he has seen the influence drugs have had on peers and youth. “What we don’t want is this epidemic going quiet, dormant, underground. We’ve got to expose it,” Smoltz said. “If there’s any battle worth fighting for and if there’s any competition to compete for, it’s competing for our kids.”


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to render assistance and identify vessel and self in the June 18, 2012, collision. Bennett’s fishing boat struck the front of a bennett pontoon with 13 people on board, killing Jake and Griffin. The incident occurred in the Shoal Creek area of Lanier. The trial is taking place in Judge Kathleen Gosselin’s courtroom in Hall County Superior Court. If convicted, each of the homicide by vessel counts carries a three-year minimum and

GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Last week, the trial involving a Forsyth County man accused in a deadly boat crash on Lake Lanier in June 2012 began. Paul J. Bennett, 45, of Cumming, is charged with eight counts of homicide by vessel that killed brothers Jake Prince, 9, and Griffin Prince, 13, both of Buford. In addition to the homicide by vessel charges, four for each child, Bennett is charged with two counts of boating under the influence and two counts of reckless operation of a vessel. He was also charged with one count of violation of duty

15-year maximum sentence. Bennett’s other charges are misdemeanors that each carry a maximum one-year sentence. The state offered Bennett a sentence of 30 years’ probation with eight years in prison, which his attorney, Barry Zimmerman, of Norcross, declined. At a Sept. 25 hearing, District Attorney Lee Darragh, the lead prosecutor on the case, said he would not accept a sentence with no time in prison, according to news reports. The parents were not pleased to have to hold a trial. “I am also so blessed with amazing friends who bravely honored Griffin and Jake in the courtroom,” wrote Tara

Prince on the Prince boys’ Facebook memorial page. “I am beyond proud of the children who were made to testify.” And in an earlier post, the family wrote: “Paul Bennett, the man who killed our children, was offered a deal by the district attorney. They were hoping to spare our family and our dear friends further pain and suffering. Paul Bennett has rejected the deal and has decided instead to fight all the charges and force us to endure a trial. He still has the option to accept the deal at any time. We are praying that he will. If he won’t, we are praying for the strength to make it through what will be a very painful trial.”

I am beyond proud of the children who were made to testify.” Tara Prince Mother of the Victims The deaths of the two brothers spurred state legislation, which lowered the legal alcohol limit for boaters from 0.10 to 0.08, the same as a motor vehicle. That bill was signed into law in April. The trial is expected to run through this week.

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Mentors, mentees show gratitude for program Mentor Me breakfast shines spotlight on role models, kids By CAITLYN WALTERS walters@northfulton.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth officials, friends and families gained insight on the priceless memories the mentors and mentees of Mentor Me

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Jingle Jog 5K to take place Dec. 7 CUMMING, Ga. — Market Place Christmas has opened registration for its Jingle Jog 5K at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 2056 Market Place Boulevard in Cumming. The race is a Peachtree Road Race qualifier and all proceeds will go to Forsyth County Community Connection. The event awards will be given for overall winners, master and age groups beginning at 10 and younger up to 60 and older. All pre-registered runners are guaranteed to receive a technical, long-

sleeve T-shirt. Price for registration is $25 until Dec. 5, and will be $30 from 7:30 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. on race day. Those wanting to participate can sign up online at www.active.com through Dec. 5 or by mail (must be postmarked by Dec. 2). Participants can pick up their packets from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 6 at the newly built Lou Sobh Honda located at 1005 Buford Road in Cumming. —McKenzie Cunningham

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Senior Services seeks holiday gift angels Program makes ‘difference in lives of our seniors’

Pictured are Tom Bass, assistant principal at Lambert High School, Drew Ferrer, LHS athletic director, the staff of Alpharetta Children’s Dentistry and Nick Futrell and other students from Blessings in a Backpack.

Blessings in Backpack receives $2K grant FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — On Oct. 18, before the Lambert High School Pink Out football game, Lambert High’s Blessings in a Backpack was presented with a grant of $2,000 from Alpharetta Children’s Dentistry. Alpharetta Children’s Dentistry has donated more than $500,000 to nonprofit organizations around the U.S. and the world, and this year chose three local nonprofits, including Lambert’s Bless-

ings in a Backpack. Blessings in a Backpack is a student-run organization that provides backpacks of food each week to 100 students who would otherwise have little or no food over the weekend. Blessings in a Backpack serves 11 elementary and middle schools in Forsyth County. For more information, contact Nick Futrell at npfutrell@ yahoo.com. —Aldo Nahed

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FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. – Forsyth County Senior Services invites the community to participate in the 2013 Holiday Gift Angels Program. “The Holiday Gift Angels Program helps spread holiday cheer and is a wonderful way to make a difference in the lives of our seniors,” said Michael Bohn, Senior Services director. “During the holiday season, the gifts help remind our senior citizens that someone is thinking about them.”

Tags listing the gift requests of senior citizens are now available at the following Forsyth County Senior Services locations: Center at Charles Place, 595 Dahlonega Street Open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hearthstone Lodge Community Center, 7305 Lanier Drive Open weekdays from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sexton Hall Enrichment Center, 2115 Chloe Road

Open weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Each gift request tag contains the name of a local senior citizen along with a gift idea for him/her. Those participating in the program may deliver the unwrapped gift in a gift bag with the gift request tag attached to any of the three locations weekdays until Dec. 6. For more information, call Forsyth County Senior Services at 770-781-2178. —McKenzie Cunningham

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Lauren Gentile as “Betty Haynes” and Ashley Cahill as “Judy Haynes” rehearse their dance routine.

Christmas: Continued from Page 1 be owned by Bob and Phil’s former army commander. “This musical is about family, joy, counting your blessings and it’s absolutely about love,” Larsen said. “This is a really great thing to do with the whole family because people of all ages can watch and enjoy.” The production includes flashy choreography and well known standards the audience will hum along to, like “Blue Skies,” “I Love a Piano” and the perennial favorite, “White Christmas.” “The music, if you listen, is just fantastic, and the tap dancing numbers are to die for,” said production team member Sheila Biales. Larsen said the team adapted the choreography

If you go: What: White Christmas, the musical Where: The Cumming Playhouse, 101 School Street, When: Nov. 21 through Dec. 15; Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. with matinee shows on Sunday at 3 p.m. Info: Visit www.playhousecumming.com. from the Broadway musical to accommodate the cast and the amount of space available on stage. Producer Kathy Russell said the stage may be small, but she is confident the team and cast have come together to pull off something “phenomenal.” For more information, visit www.playhousecumming.com.

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Northside to hold Christmas tree lighting on Dec. 6 VERY UGLY DRIVEWAY? CUMMING, Ga. — For the 25th “We are so grateful to our staff, patients and the comyear, Northside Hospital will munity for making Celebration honor those affected by canof Lights such an honored holicer with the lighting of giant day tradition over the years.” Christmas trees atop its camSince 1989, Celebration of puses in Atlanta, Alpharetta Lights has raised more than and Cumming. $520,000 for the Northside All three trees will be lit on Hospital Cancer Institute. a new night — Friday, Dec. 6 — with a free community cel- Each light on the three Christmas trees (nearly 200,000 ebration from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. lights in total) represents at Northside Hospital-Forsyth, someone whose life has been 1200 Northside Forsyth Drive touched by cancer. in Cumming. Lights can be purchased This year, the event will include entertainment from the and designated in honor or memory of family, friends and Sawnee Ballet, Born to Dance, physicians. Forsyth Central High School Lights will and Haw Creek, be available for Findley Oaks purchase at and Coal Mounthe Celebration tain elementary of Lights event schools. on Dec. 6 and Activities will throughout the be available for holiday season. kids, includAll gifts are taxing photos with deductible. Santa Claus. For more Once again, Lynn Jackson information WSB-TV anchor Administrator for Northside about CelebraFred BlankenHospital-Forsyth tion of Lights or ship will serve to make a secure as the event’s donation, visit emcee. The celgive.northside.com/lights. ebration is free to attend with To have a donation form no RSVP necessary. sent to you, call 770-667- 4483 “It’s hard to believe that or email foundation@northside. it’s been 25 years,” said Lynn com. Jackson, administrator for —McKenzie Cunningham Northside Hospital-Forsyth.

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true beauty really is,” said Flanigan. “The purpose of this project was to give a clear message to our young ladies that they are truly beautiful inside and out.” Flanigan, Dennis Ehle, choreographer and Pinecrest mother Bass, coach Ryan Weingart and 12 athletes, scholars and student leaders collectively produced the video. “Our goal with this project is to promote the virtue of modesty across the Paladin student body,” said junior Jack

Frain. The students unveiled their “Virtue Is So Beautiful” video during the homecoming pep rally on Friday, Oct. 25. The video features students Aaron Bass, Christopher Birozes, Addison Ehle, Sean Flanigan, Frain, J.P. McCabe, Ryan McCarthy, Jack Meersman, Greg Metz, Evan Montalbano, Jose Ruiz and Andrew Wilborn, along with Weingart. To view the video, visit www.paspn.org. —McKenzie Cunningham


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Forsyth Teachers of the Year named FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Thirty-five educators have been named the 2014 Forsyth County Schools School Level Teachers of the Year (TOTY). These top educators will now move through this year’s TOTY selection process in hopes of being named the 2014 System

Level TOTY. Each school selects its own Teacher of the Year. Based on combined scores from the applications and interviews, three finalists – one each from elementary, middle and high school levels – will be selected and announced Jan.

7, 2014. The selection committee will then observe the three finalists in their classrooms and the System Level TOTY will be announced during the Celebration of Excellence reception on Feb. 14 at the Forsyth Conference Center.

Forsyth Teachers of the Year by school • Big Creek Elementary: Heather Smith – fifth grade • Brookwood Elementary: Heidi Morea – fifth grade • Chattahoochee Elementary: Julie Landers – fifth grade • Chestatee Elementary: Craig Ahrens – fifth grade • Coal Mountain Elementary: Kristie Hubbard – kindergarten • Cumming Elementary: Lisa Milligan – fourth grade • Daves Creek Elementary: Christine Stroer – third grade • Haw Creek Elementary: Jessica Jacobs – fifth grade • Johns Creek Elementary: Ginger Breyo – gifted • Kelly Mill Elementary: Shannon Grindle – special education • Mashburn Elementary: Traci Wallace – gifted • Matt Elementary: Rikki Comella – fourth grade

• Midway Elementary: Kim Benton – fourth grade • Sawnee Elementary: Jennifer Worful – second grade • Settles Bridge Elementary: Tara Stewart – special education • Sharon Elementary: Karen Elz – fourth grade • Shiloh Point Elementary: Maggie Tompkins – kindergarten • Silver City Elementary: Julie Auten – EIP • Vickery Creek Elementary: Tracey Varrone – academic support specialist • Whitlow Elementary: Brenda Mahoney – science specials • Gateway Academy: Jane Basler – special education • Lakeside Middle: Amy Poulsen – math • Liberty Middle: Amber Harbin – special education • Little Mill Middle: Jeff Woods

– gifted • North Forsyth Middle: Nick Sexton – language arts • Otwell Middle: Lacey Gooch – math • Piney Grove Middle: Kristen Deuschle – media specialist • Riverwatch Middle: Eryne Graves – math • South Forsyth Middle: Megan Connelly – social studies • Vickery Creek Middle: Courtney Mallory – language arts • Forsyth Central High: David Johnson – STEM Academy engineering • Lambert High School: Lisa Robinson – Spanish • North Forsyth High: Judy Austin – English • South Forsyth High: Carrie Paulson – math • West Forsyth High: Ken Rockelein – science

The Lambert equestrian team is made up of 20 riders and is headed by Mary Nicoletti.

Lambert equestrian team wins back-to-back shows FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Lambert High School equestrian team was awarded the grand champion trophy for two shows during the weekend of Oct. 26 – 27. On Oct. 26, the team hosted their third annual Ride for Will (in honor of Principal Gary Davison’s infant son who passed away from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome in 2007) and took home first place out of six teams.

The following day, Lambert once again took home the trophy at a show hosted by Rivendell Barn in Gainesville. The Lambert equestrian team is overseen by Mary Nicoletti and currently has 20 riders. Their next show is scheduled for Nov. 16. More information on the team is available at www. longhornequestrian.com. —McKenzie Cunningham


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Georgia Commerce Bank names JC branch manager JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Georgia Commerce Bank has announced the appointment of Bobbie Dyer as assistant vice president and branch manager for the Johns Creek market. Dyer has 15 years of experience in retail banking in north metro Atlanta, working with both national and community banks. She will asDYER sist with business development and overseeing day-to-day operations at the Johns Creek branch. “Having lived in Forsyth County the last 15 years, I am very excited about the opportunity to work with individuals and businesses in our community to help them achieve their financial goals,” said Dyer. “Our priority is to provide the highest level of personal service in the banking industry.” For more information, visit www.gacommercebank.com or call 678-631-1240.

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Consumers to spend same as last year on holidays ATLANTA — According to a recent survey by Georgia Credit Union Affiliates, 52.7 percent of Georgia consumers plan to spend the same on holiday purchases as they did last year. Meanwhile, 38.9 percent plan to spend less this

Alternative Board launches operations in Johns Creek

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JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — The Alternative Board, which forms advisory boards for business owners, chief executive officers, presidents and managing partners who run businesses in non-competing fields, held a ribbon cutting last month. The members of the Alternative Board, 11555 Medlock Bridge Road, Suite 100, Johns Creek, meet once a month in confidential “think-tank” board of director-like groups of seven to 10 business owners. Call 678-812-1201 or visit www.TABNorthAtlanta.com for more information.

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T-Olive Properties wins three Obie Awards ATLANTA — T-Olive Properties was awarded three

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Sue Edwy with Solid Source Realty has been awarded the Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) designation by the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Edwy joins more than 16,000 real estate professionals in North America who have earned the SRES designation. All were reEDWY quired to complete a comprehensive course in understanding the needs, considerations and goals of real estate buyers and sellers ages 55 and older. Edwy has about 25 years of real estate experience. For more information, call 404-281-7365 or visit www.sueedwy.com.

CUMMING, Ga. — After starting their farm and land division six months ago, the Harry Norman, Realtors Forsyth/Lake Lanier office has brought in about 44 listings, 10 sales and close to $16 million in volume. The farm and land division is made up of agents qualified to assist clients when dealing with equestrian, commercial-like, small and large tracts of land, zoning, acreage, horse per acre requirements, well and septic tanks, durable fencing and preferred grass type for specific horse breeds. Call 770-497-2000, email ashley.panter@harrynorman.com or visit www.HNRFarmAndLand.com for more information.

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Lorie Brosius and Deborah Brosius attend the open house of Bonnie Flood Gallery.

CUMMING, Ga. — The artist who taught George W. Bush to paint held an open house on Oct. 26 at her new studio, Bonnie Flood Gallery and Studio, 125 Tribble Gap Road in Cumming. The studio is full of vibrant paintings done by Bonnie Flood. There was a wide range of expressionistic paintings done with palette knife and exciting colors. The subjects range from figures and landscapes to still life paintings. In January, Flood, was asked to teach art to the country’s 43rd president at an undisclosed home in Boca Grande, Fla. In her studio in Cumming, she can be found daily teaching or painting. Visit www.bonnieflood.com for more information.

Obie Awards by the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association. These awards were given for their excellence in home building and energy efficiency. T-Olive Properties is currently building throughout the metro Atlanta area including such areas as the Hayfield in Milton and Woodhaven Bend in Ball Ground. In the past three years, t-Olive Properties has completed 31 custom homes in Vickery, the Manor Golf and Country Club and the Polo Fields. “We approach each home individually and work with them to create individual specifications for their home in lieu of a typical ‘standard feature’ that other builders may introduce,” said Brian Schiltz of t-Olive Properties. “We educate our customers throughout the process by introducing them to new and innovative materials to consider.”

Wealth strategist joins gift planning council ATLANTA — Alpharetta resident Bill Hamlet, a wealth strategist with U.S. Trust, Bank of America Private Wealth Management in Atlanta, joined the Emory University Gift Planning Advisory Council. The mission of the council is to increase the quality and quantity of planned gifts to Emory University by serving as an active source HAMLET of expert consultation, technical input and periodic education in various areas of charitable gift planning in support of the gift planning professional staff in the Office of Gift Planning at Emory University. Visit www.bit.ly/1cAiPD4 for more information.

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Are we smart enough to take it? I don’t think many would look around and curse all the new home building in our area. After the recession and long slog out (we’re still working our way out), to see both new homes and existing inventory selling, more people working and businesses in our area doing better is a great thing. On top of that, Avalon and the City Center in Alpharetta are coming up out of the ground. With them will come a more vibrant downtown with new restaurants and shops. Avalon will be an area destination bringing in tax dollars from more than just North Fulton residents. As our identity grows and changes – so does our area. As things are beginning to boom again, I don’t know if our elected officials in Alpharetta, Milton, Johns Creek and Roswell are taking the long view. If we’re simply renewing our development approach from before the recession without thought on what things will look like and how traffic will flow when there is no more land to develop, then we’re bound to all the negative outcomes sprawl brings. Smart growth: More thought should be given to higherdensity residential around the developments of Avalon and our downtown areas. Walking and bike paths should be integrated into the plan along with mass transit options. Consider townhomes and/ or luxury flats in place of the dilapidated strip center behind the Bank of America on Ga. 9 (across from the Dairy Queen). Or, how about residential above retail in downtown Alpharetta, with luxury townhomes bordering it? Michael Hadden over at New Urban Roswell speaks much more intelligently on this subject than I can, but I do know this: Sprawl begets sprawl. Traffic: Having growth again is wonderful, but we are still approving and building a sea of subdivisions that are dumping two-plus cars per household onto our already crowded roads. There are several roundabouts under construction, which are meant to aid in

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keeping traffic moving, but we don’t seem to be considering what can help with traffic. For instance, why do we continue to approve and build subdivisions with one way in and one way out? All the cars in that community funneled and dumped out at a single point on the same road that a dozen other subdivisions are dumping cars onto. Public transportation / MARTA: Most of us believe that Avalon and the downtown development will be a hit, but here’s a question for you: What if Avalon and the downtown development are too successful? Think about the additional traffic coming to us…the destination…from the surrounding areas, on top of our current traffic flow. I’m a proponent of MARTA and would love to see heavy rail come out to Alpharetta. I agree it is an extremely expensive endeavor. The problem though is that it will be even more expensive down the road than it is now. If heavy rail isn’t the solution now – how can we plan for its need down the road rather than simply say, “No thanks?” In the short term, we should come up with an alternative, because rest assured – growth will continue. We can pay now or pay later: We are fortunate in North Fulton to have great schools and a strong business community. Companies move to North Fulton and they relocate their employees here. Businesses like public transportation, and home values are higher if they are closer to public transportation. If our local elected officials are only looking at what they think we need today, rather than in 10, 20 or 30 years, then they’re doing exactly what so many accuse Washington, D.C. of doing — passing the buck.

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The Thomas Eye Group recently opened their newly-renovated clinic in Roswell. Their ribbon cutting was Nov. 5 and featured members of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, Roswell Inc and Roswell Mayor Jere Wood.

Thomas Eye Group expands Roswell office Newly renovated, expanded clinic offers complete eye care ROSWELL, Ga. – The Thomas Eye Group has finished renovations of their new building and company headquarters on Ga. 9. They held the formal unveiling Nov. 5. Founded in 1974, Thomas Eye Group, a leading metro Atlanta eye care provider offering comprehensive services including Lasik and medical, surgical and cosmetic eye care, has expanded its office and patient services in North Fulton. The Roswell location, which recently underwent a 3,000-square-foot expan-

sion, has added two pediatric ophthalmologists allowing for complete eye care for its patients ranging from infants to seniors. The office employs 24 employees and features a theater for pediatric patients and promises better patient flow as well as streamlined and enhanced patient care. “The expanded office will offer new opportunities for the patient experience,” said Tim Couch, operations director for Thomas Eye Group Roswell. “The new amenities were designed with our pa-

tients in mind to further our ongoing commitment to providing personalized eye care with state-of-the-art facilities and experienced doctors.” The company has consolidated its Alpharetta offices into the Roswell location, across from North Fulton Hospital at 11690 Ga. 9. The office is just 3 miles from the former pediatric location and offers a full optical shop for eyeglass and contact lens needs. The group has eight locations throughout the metro Atlanta area. For more, visit them online at www.thomaseye.com or on Facebook at Thomas Eye Group. —Jonathan Copsey

Managing the growth of your small business Is your small business growing fast? Are your marketing efforts working well to attract new customers? Do you have operational challenges now that your business is bigger than it was before? All small business owners want to grow their business, but this comes with additional challenges, and if they are unanticipated, it could lead to diminishing returns. Managing the growth of your small business is equally important to actually achieving the increase in customers and sales. The operating model of your business before it grew may not be adequate now that it has grown bigger.

More customers and more sales are a good thing, but only if you can manage it correctly. If you outgrow your capacity to serve your customers, keep up with new orders and maintain your levels of service, operational changes need to be made. Anticipating this in advance is a key component to continued business growth. Planning for growth is the first step in the process. Projecting your business growth in the future allows you to better plan what will be needed to accommodate a larger business. This could include things like adding human resources, the expansion of physical space, developing new

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processes and procedures or upgrading your information technology. Put your customers first. They are the ones who have allowed you to achieve your business growth. Look for ways to automate your operating procedures and continue to innovate. Growing your small business is great, but only if you can manage that growth.


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winning film, brings the hilarious story of everyone's favorite ogre to dazzling new life on the stage. Full of new songs, great dancing and breathtaking scenery, “Shrek the Musical” is part romance, part twisted fairy tale and all irreverent fun for everyone. Show times vary. Nov. 8 – 17. Milton Center, 86 School Drive, Alpharetta. Please call 404-543-2381 or visit cytatlanta.com.

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Macklemore and Ryan Lewis, from Seattle, are known for their expertly crafted music and innovative music videos and media. They broke new ground by independently releasing their debut fulllength album, “The Heist,” which shot to the No. 1 slot on iTunes, debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard charts and was certified Gold without the support of a traditional record label. Recently they made Billboard history as the only duo to send their first two singles to No. 1 on both the Hot 100 and Top 40 Radio charts with new single “Can’t Hold Us” and breakout smash “Thrift Shop.” 7:30 p.m. Nov. 22. Arena at the Gwinnett Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth. Please visit gwinnettcenter.com.

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Walton High School Drama presents the Tony-winning musical “Into the Woods” by Stephen Sondheim. This show mixes the stories of Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Rapunzel, along with the story of a baker and his wife and the evil witch that shows up in all fairy tales. 7 p.m. Nov. 14 – 17. 1590 Bill Murdock Road, Marietta. Please visit waltondrama.com.

CYT ATLANTA's “SHREK THE MUSICAL” “Shrek the Musical,” based on the Oscar-

FIFTH ANNUAL JOHNS CREEK POETRY FESTIVAL

The fifth annual Johns Creek Poetry Festival will be held at the NE/Spruill Oaks Library with a variety of poetry performances, including featured poet Ron Self and children from the Alpharetta International Academy, as well as Bulli Bards poetry group of Gainesville, Ga. Poet Paul Samuels hosts an 11 a.m. children’s poetry workshop. Free and open to all ages. 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Nov. 16. 9560 Spruill Road, Johns Creek. Please call 770-3608820 or visit afpls.org.

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for the nighttime sounds along the Chattahoochee River. Reservations required. 6:30 - 10 p.m. Nov. 16. Chattahoochee River Recreation Area, 8615 Barnwell Road, Johns Creek. Please call 678-5381200 or visit nps.gov.

Top Five EVENTS GEORGIA PHILHARMONIC: AN EVENING OF ITALIAN DELIGHTS A night of celebrated Italian classics featuring Tchaikovsky’s “Capriccio Italien,” Rossini’s “Italian Girl in Algiers” and others. 7 - 10 p.m. Nov. 16. Cambridge High School, 2845 Bethany Bend, Milton. Please call 770-664-7255 or visit georgiaphilharmonic.org.

GEORGIA VS. AURBURN GAME AT ROSWELL TAP Join the Drake House for November FUNraisers at local restaurant Roswell Tap. Come watch the Georgia vs. Auburn game and enjoy fun activities, with proceeds going to the Drake House. Noon Nov. 16. 1090 Alpharetta St., Roswell. Please call 770-992-9206 or visit thedrakehouse.org.

THE LOUVRE AND THE TUILERIES GARDEN

An exhibition that explores the art, design and evolution of Paris' beloved Tuileries Garden and its impact on artists through time will premiere at the High Museum of Art. The Louvre and the Tuileries Garden will feature more than 100 works, some of which have never been seen outside of France. Oct. 26 to Nov. 19. 1280 Peachtree St. Northeast, Atlanta. Please visit high.org.

DAS GALLERY FINE ART GRAND OPENING

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This gallery in downtown Alpharetta celebrates its grand opening to the public. Visit this exciting exhibition of contemporary original paintings, mixed media and sculpture by established artists. Noon - 7 p.m. Nov. 16. 2225 Old Milton Parkway, Suite 400, Alpharetta. Please call 678-995-3463 or visit dasgalleryfineart.com.

EVENTS » THE LETTERS FESTIVAL

The Letters Festival is a three-day independent literary event that features more than twelve pivotal independent creative writers from Georgia, the U.S. and Canada. The festival includes live readings, writing workshops and author discussions. The Letters Festival seeks to inspire you through independent and diverse voices. Nov. 14 – 16. Please visit thelettersfestival.org.

THANKSGIVING WORSHIP service

Join several Alpharetta congregations at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church for the fifth annual Alpharetta Community Worship Service. Featuring inspirational music from congregations and Thanksgiving reflections from Alpharetta youth. Clergy from Alpharetta congregations will share in worship leadership and an offering will be taken in support of North Fulton Community Charities. Refreshments and fellowship will follow the service. 535 Rucker Road, Alpharetta. 7 p.m. Nov. 17. 535 Rucker Road, Alpharetta. Please call 770475-4501 or visit sta.org.

STONE MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS

Light up your family holidays with the glow of more than 2 million lights and more than a dozen performances and activities at Atlanta's most heartwarming Christmas celebration. Nov. 9 – Jan. 1. Highway 78 East, Stone Mountain. Please call 770-498-5690 or visit stonemountainpark.com.

JEFF FOXWORTHY'S GRIT CHIPS HOLIDAY RECIPE CONTEST

Join the Drake House for November FUNraisers at local restaurant Roswell Tap. Support National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week by entering the second Annual Jeff Foxworthy Holiday Recipe Grit Chip Contest with a holiday dish using Jeff Foxworthy's Grit Chips and/or grits. First place gets their recipe featured on the Roswell Tap menu. 5:30 – 9 p.m. Nov. 21. 1090 Alpharetta St., Roswell. Please call 770-992-9206 or visit thedrakehouse.org.

AUTUMN OWL PROWL

Enjoy an evening of stories, songs and the sounds of the park. Meet the evening's special guest, an owl from the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Venture out on a guided night hike and listen

Sir Elton John comes to the Philips Arena to play all his classics. 8 p.m. Nov. 16. 1 CNN Center, Atlanta. Please visit philipsarena.com.

ALE YEAH! BEER TASTING

Local merchant Ale Yeah! hosts a Barrington Hall beer tasting featuring several types of beer plus dessert. 6:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. 535 Barrington Drive, Roswell. Please call 770-640-3855.

FIVE POINTS CHALLENGE 5K

Benefitting childhood cancer and environmental awareness. Food, music and fun for all ages. 8 - 10:30 a.m. Nov 16. Windermere Golf Club, 5000 Davis Love Drive, Cumming. Please call 770-490-1083 or visit reapingnature.org.

GLOBAL WINTER WONDERLAND

The spectacular lantern festival and multicultural theme park makes its Atlanta debut at Turner Field. Guests will be able to travel the world in one visit while viewing the larger-than-life lantern designs of landmarks from countries across the globe. 5 – 11 p.m. Nov. 21 – Jan. 5. 755 Hank Aaron Drive Southwest, Atlanta. Please call 404-314-1994 or visit globalwonderland.com.

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STORY TIME WITH SANTA AT NORTH POINT MALL

Santa will be visiting North Point Mall and reading the classic children’s book “The Polar Express” by Chris Van Allsburg. Additionally, jolly old St. Nick will be taking photographs with the children. 6 – 6:45 p.m. Nov. 23. 1000 North Point Circle, Alpharetta. Please visit northpointmall.com.

SEDGWICK GALLERY OPENING

The Sedgwick Gallery, highlighting masters including surrealist Salvador Dalí (pictured), celebrates its grand opening. Complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Nov. 15-16 and noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 17. 61 Roswell St., Alpharetta. Please call 404-281-9998 or visit sedgwickgallery.com.


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State of the art surgical options for women available in Johns Creek One of the most exciting advancements of modern medicine is the use of minimally invasive surgical techniques. Drs. John and Ingrid Reyes of Modern Ob/Gyn of North Atlanta have dedicated their practice to this philosophy. “Minimally invasive surgery allows us to perform complex procedures through either small incisions or no incisions at all. Patients benefit from having less pain, shorter recovery times, and few or no scars. In office procedures also allow patients to avoid general anesthesia, hospital costs, and a stay in the hospital, says Dr. John Reyes. The most advanced surgical technique with use of the daVinci robotic surgical system allows surgeons to perform hysterectomies and remove fibroids through a few small incisions and patients can expect

to be home the next morning, and back to their usual activities within a couples of weeks. Recently, Dr. Ingrid and John Reyes were the first surgeons to perform robotic surgery at Emory Johns Creek Hospital, which has the most advanced daVinci system available. Drs. Reyes also perform robotic surgery at Northside HospitalForsyth and Gwinnett Medical Center –Duluth. Minimally invasive surgery also refers to in-office procedures which include treatment of heavy bleeding with endometrial ablation and incision-free permanent sterilization. “In office procedures are a safe and excellent option for many patients. It’s great to be able to offer these procedures to women because they can get back to their lives so quickly, oftentimes even the same day. And typically, because these

are seen as office visits, the cost to the patient is only their co-pay which makes such a big difference” says Dr. Ingrid Reyes. Drs. Reyes provide free monthly seminars to inform the community about these treatment options. “We both love to share this knowledge and experience with the community. It’s best for patients to understand their options”. Modern Ob/Gyn stands by its promise to bring the most advanced and sophisticated options to this community.“We are here to do our very best for the women of this community. This is why we went to school and trained for so long—we really value the work we do and how we can help our patients. It’s a blessing to be able to do minimally invasive and robotic surgeries on patients suffering from long-standing issues such

as infertility from endometriosis, fibroids, or pelvic adhesive disease. Afterwards, we can help them become pregnant, and come full-circle to care for them during their pregnancy and delivery. It’s the full spectrum of caring for what’s so important to a woman’s life—her health and her family, that’s the best part.” Modern Ob/Gyn’s husband and wife team of Dr. John and Ingrid Reyes provide comprehensive women’s care. Some of the many services provided include personalized prenatal

care for pregnancy, annual well women exams, conception and infertility counseling, as well as management of abnormal pap smears, irregular cycles, ovarian cysts and many other women’s health care needs. Husband and wife team Dr. John Reyes and Dr. Ingrid Reyes of Modern Ob/Gyn are located at 10692 Medlock Bridge Rd. in Johns Creek. To schedule an appointment or to register for an upcoming seminar, visit their website at www.reyesobgyn.com or call the office at 404-446-2496.

ADHD – not just in children anymore Adult ADHD is associated with multiple comorbidities such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and other personality disorders. Adult ADHD is a valid psychiatric disorder of adulthood distinct from these other conditions. Adult attention deficit disorder differs from the childhood variant because the hyperactivity in adults may be replaced by other symptoms such as anxiety, impulsivity and inattentiveness. In fact, prior to 2002 there were no diagnostic guidelines, but there have been great advances since. Some of the symptoms that characterize Adult ADHD are:

ADHD is a relatively common psychiatric disorder among adults. The prevalence is thought to be 3.5%-5.3%, which accounts for more than 11 million cases in the United States alone. With increased public awareness, adult ADHD became a topic of great interest so clinicians should be able to diagnose, treat, and manage patients with this disorder. Etiology is still uncertain. Genetics however is believed to play a prominent role, followed in importance by acquired injuries to the brain. ADHD was widely thought to be strictly a disorder of childhood. Now there are numerous scientific papers and clinical trials that acknowledge the existence of an adult version of this disorder, which can be traced back to the younger years. Before this time ADHD in adults was known as Minimal Brain Damage or Dysfunction (MBD).

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Recovery and prevention tips for foot and ankle sprains By TRAVIS JONES, D.P.M., Northside Cherokee Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Your feet and ankles are made up of several bones and ligaments. Ligaments are strong, flexible tissues that connect the bones to one another, providing stability to many joints. A sprain occurs when the foot lands awkwardly, causing some ligaments to pull, stretch and tear. When the injury occurs to the middle part of the foot, it is called a foot sprain. Ankle and foot sprains are among the most common types of injuries, especially among athletes. Still, simply tripping or stumbling on uneven ground is enough for anyone, athlete or not, to endure a sprain. Pain, swelling, bruising and difficulty walking on the affected foot or ankle are some of the most common symptoms of a sprained or fractured foot or ankle. If you suspect you have sprained your foot or ankle,

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ankle can often be mistaken as a common sprain. If your condition does not improve or you begin to experience increased pain, swelling, bruising and difficulty walking, it's important to seek out care with a physician. In order to help prevent injuries, it’s important to warm up properly before physical activity and undergo a proper stretching routine. Wear shoes that fit well and are activity specific. Exercises focusing on muscle strength, flexibility, and balance are also impor-

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If you were to look at your health as a chain, you would see a connected series of links. Your brain, heart, lungs, eyes, and other organs are links which must all work together to keep the body functioning. Each link plays a vital role in the strength and performance of the chain and your overall good health. But, what happens if one of the links, such as the ability to hear, fails to work properly? Dr. Deborah Woodward is a Doctor of Audiology and is committed to be “your link to better hearing”. Correcting a hearing impairment requires detailed knowledge of how ears respond to sound and familiarity with the latest technologies and hearing devices. Patients appreciate the “personal touch” Dr. Woodward gives. “It is important to establish a patient relationship based on professionalism and trust while focusing on their individual needs and lifestyle”, states Woodward. “Forget about what you know about hearing devices up to now. You’ll be amazed at how smart, how helpful, and how transforming better hearing can now be.” The value of a strong hearing link is immeasurable. With Dr. Woodward’s expertise in providing solutions to hear-

ing loss, patients regain their confidence in business and social situations and are not embarrassed by inappropriate responses in conversations. In many cases, family harmony is restored, and a patient’s selfesteem is regained with their ability to hear and understand speech. For the past twenty years, Dr. Deborah Woodward has been serving the hearing healthcare needs of the residents in the Johns Creek and surrounding areas and is now in private practice at the Johns Creek Audiology & Hearing Aid Center. Audiology services at Johns Creek Audiology & Hearing Aid Center include hearing evaluations for both adults and children; testing for middle ear function; fitting of the latest hearing aid technology with a 45-day trial period for all hearing aids dispensed; hearing aid service and supplies; custom ear molds for swimming, noise protection for hunters and musicians; and Cochlear implant and BAHA evaluations with mapping and programming. Woodward believes in giving back to the local community. As a breast cancer survivor, Deborah is active in raising funds for the benefit of the Susan B. Komen char-

ity. Dr. Woodward performs hearing screenings at health fairs, churches, and for several corporations. Elementary school children learn from Dr. Woodward how the ear works at Career Day events and staff members of assisted living facilities are educated on the use and care of hearing aids for their residents. The next Open House and Seminar events are September 24th and 26th. Space is limited and it is highly recommended to secure a slot by contacting the office at 770814-1260. At Johns Creek Audiology & Hearing Aid Center, you can expect a warm welcome and a caring Doctor of Audiology who is sincerely interested in helping to keep your link to better hearing strong and healthy!

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National BBQ Cup lands in Cumming By ALDO NAHED aldo@forsythherald.com CUMMING, Ga. — In its third year, the largest barbecue event in Georgia and one of the largest in the country will take place in Cumming. The Cumming Fairgrounds, 235 Castleberry Road, will again host the National BBQ Cup bringing together about 150 competing teams from 27 states, live entertainment, a kids’ zone and other entertainment. “We do have a beer garden for the first time in the history of the Cumming Fairgrounds,” said Randall Bowman, the event’s founder and organizer. The beer garden was almost completely denied, with the members of the Cumming City Council first voting to deny the alcohol permit and later in the week holding an emergency meeting to unanimously approve the sale of beer at the Fairgrounds. “We will have beer sales,” Bowman said. Among the local breweries being represented are Cumming-based Cherry Street and Alpharetta-based Jekyll Brewing.

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What: Third annual National BBQ Cup: Que’n in Cumming When: 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Nov. 15 and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 16 Where: Cumming Fairgrounds, 235 Castleberry Road in Cumming Cost: $5; children 12 and under free Info: www.nationalbbqcup. com “The biggest barbecue pitmasters will be there,” Bowman said. “Everybody that people have seen on TV for the last four to five years in barbecue will be at the Fairgrounds.” Bowman said the National BBQ Cup has become a prestigious prize and event for those in the industry. “It’s gotten a little bit bigger every year, and we’ll see if we can keep it growing,” Bowman said. “Beer should be a big financial boom for the event and the community.” Visit www.nationalbbqcup. com for more information.

South Forsyth cheerleaders win Chestatee Invitational CUMMING, Ga. – South Forsyth High School’s junior varsity and varsity competition cheerleaders earned first place wins at the Chestatee Invitational cheerleading competition on Saturday, Oct. 19 in Gainesville. South Forsyth’s varsity squad also won grand champion

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Forsyth County employee honored by Georgia Urban Forest Council FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Georgia Urban Forest Council (GUFC) recently honored Forsyth County employee Nancy Lovingood during an Oct. 24 awards luncheon held in Columbus. Lovingood, a development services manager with the Department of Planning and

Community Development, was awarded the 2013 Outstanding Individual Achievement Grant Award for her “outstanding work as steward, teacher and advocate for a healthy urban forest.” Lovingood was selected from nominees around the state for this annual Excel-

lence in Urban Forestry Award. As development services manager for the Forsyth County Department of Planning and Community Development, Lovingood is responsible for management and coordination between the permit, inspection and current planning divisions. —McKenzie Cunningham

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New SAFFT Family Life Center to open Nov. 15 FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Supporting Adoptive and Foster Families Together family life center (formerly SAFFT visitation center) is holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new facility, 219 Castleberry Road in Cumming, at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15. First Lady Sandra Deal and other community leaders plan to attend. Attendees will also get to tour their new 10,000-squarefoot facility adjacent to the Cumming Fairgrounds. “We already got everything moved over,” said Ashley Anderson, the executive director for SAFFT. Anderson asked that all cases no longer use the Veterans Memorial Boulevard

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Hawk Ridge Farms opens new facility JASPER, Ga. — Hawk Ridge Farm Enterprise announced the grand opening of its new facility, 1284 Pendley Circle, in Jasper. Hawk Ridge Farm West, a 15-acre property with scenic mountains surrounding the entire farm, features an indoor arena, an automatic watering

system and fly spray system throughout the barn. The state-of-the-art facility also offers hot and cold wash racks and a climate-controlled tack room and feed room. Hawk Ridge Farm West specializes in the training of Quarter Horse hunters, as well as offering world champion

equitation instruction for the young rider. The farm is the realization of the dream of owner Audrey Aiken, a two-time American Quarter Horse Youth Association world championship bronze winner and All-American Quarter Horse Congress champion and reserve champion. “The strong equestrian and agricultural heritage of the county coupled with the continued growth of the area make it the ideal location for a world-class horse farm,”

The recently opened Hawk Ridge Farms facility is home to many new establishments. said Aiken. “We believe that with this facility, we will make an important addition to the county’s resources for raising and training quality Quarter Horses for both competition and sale.”

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Cross country teams compete at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex CUMMING, Ga. – The following cross country teams competed amongst more than 3,600 athletes from around the country at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. The team members traveled to Walt Disney World Resort Oct. 11-12 to take part in the Disney Cross Country Classic presented by New Balance.

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Metal, gem dealers in county under new law By ALDO NAHED aldo@forsythherald.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The Forsyth County Commission held the first public hearing on an ordinance that would set regulations regarding dealers of precious metals and gems. At their Nov. 7 regular meeting, the board held the first of two public hearings on the new law that would set regulations for dealers, or someone who buys and sells precious metals or gems.

The new law sets a permit fee and will be regulated and monitored by the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office. There are exceptions to the definition of dealer, including those who work on consignment basis, also the ordinance does not apply to those who deal in coin collection or study of coins. Transactions of gems and metals by people who are not dealers will not be regulated. “The permitting scheme will be operated by the sher-

iff,” said County Attorney Ken Jarrard. If there’s a suspension of a permit, the board of commissioners will hold a public hearing and the dealer will have the right to challenge the suspension. “Dealers, who are permitted and licensed, will have to keep meticulous records,” Jarrard said. “They are required to make daily electronic reports of all precious metals that come in and are sold to them.” In addition, the new

Forsyth Co. approves distillery production By ALDO NAHED aldo@forsythherald.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — The county’s alcohol law was changed — again on Nov. 7. This time, the manufacturing of alcoholic beverages was adopted into law by the Forsyth County Commission (4-0, with Commissioner Brian Tam absent). County Attorney Ken Jarrard said entrepreneurs or business owner have driven the recent modifications to the alcohol law. The business, Spirits of the USA, a Jacksonville, Fla.based distillery and maker of 90-proof liquors, was told by the state they lacked county permit and regulation. In an article with the Florida Times-Union, Spirits of the USA CEO Michael Gerard said he founded the company in Cumming in 2007 and has been developing products here since, including jalapeño-flavored vodka and a gin flavored with juniper berries and botanicals. The county’s code did not allow or accommodate distilleries, so the law has been changed, Jarrard said. The county’s alcohol law has changed drastically in the past couple years, allowing for brewers, growlers, wine and beer tastings and now distilleries. “We are on a responsive mode right now,” Jarrard said. Commissioner Cindy Jones Mills said the alcohol law has been changed so many times that she wondered if the county could be more proactive with its alcohol regulation. “I love bringing business and all that, but I’m wondering if we could look at our code and … be progressive and have a vision and make it a little bit wider, so we don’t have to constantly be having public hearings,” Mills said. Distilleries would need to obtain county and state permits before they can be con-

requirements will include a fingerprint of the seller, a digital image of the article being sold and daily reports in an electronic reporting system. Any items fenced will have to be held by a dealer for 30 days before it can be sold. The intention of the new law is to capture stolen or

DEATH NOTICES Nancy Lee Barile, 81, of McDonough, passed away October 30, 2013. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Dennis Hurley, 61, of Alpharetta, passed away October 31, 2013. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home.

Ann Batchelor, 83, of Dunwoody, passed away October 29, 2013. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home.

Bobbie Johns, 65, of Cumming, passed away November 4, 2013. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home.

Joyce Blankenship, 85, of Alpharetta, passed away November 2, 2013. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home. Lillian Caparell, 70, of Atlanta, passed away November 5, 2013. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. sidered. The fee for a permit is $1,000. In addition, the distill-

ery would have to be located in industrially-zoned land.

illegally obtained materials, Jarrard said. The new law would impact existing businesses. “You don’t get to vest out of this,” Jarrard said. “You will be subject to this immediately.” No permitting fee has been set and the second public hearing takes place in December.

Arnold Cooley, 73, of Dawsonville, passed away November 5, 2013. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home. James Corell, 77, of Roswell, passed away November 3, 2013. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home. Ann Margaret Farren, 75, of Cumming, passed away October 23, 2013. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home. Inez Evelyn Hanson, 96 of Roswell, passed away November 4, 2013. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. Barbara Anne Harkey, 86, of Atlanta, passed away October 29, 2013. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. Mark Anderson Harney, 62, of Atlanta, passed away November 5, 2013. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. Joyce Hiott Hatcher, 74, of Cumming, passed away October 30, 2013. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. Terrell H. Higgins, 82, of Forsyth County, passed away October 29, 2013. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Fred Richard Houser, 89, of Roswell, passed away October 31,2013. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home.

Alan E. Johnson, 56, of Dahlonega, passed away November 3, 2013. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. Jean Louise Kerr, 80, of Duluth, passed away November 3, 2013. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home. Robert Kysar, 79, of Flowery Branch, passed away October 31, 2013. Arrangements by SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Society.

John Peter McBride, 78, of Cumming, passed away November 2, 2013. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home. Emma McCoy, 58, of Stockbridge, passed away November 5, 2013. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. John Carlton Miller, 61, of Canton, passed away November 3, 2013. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Benny Moore, 79, of Cumming, passed away October 30, 2013. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Lester William Piot, Jr., 91 of Cumming, passed away November 4, 2013. Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home. Robert A. Smith, Jr., 62, of Cumming, passed away November 3, 2013. Arrangements by Ingram Funeral Home. Rose M Valentin, 74, of Alpharetta, passed away October 29, 2013. Arrangements by Roswell Funeral Home.


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BAR STOOLS: 4, bar height. Like new condition. Swivel, arms, leather padded back and seat, brass trim, foot rest, very nice. Paid $400 each, $200 each. Can email pix.ss.dale@live.com or 478-390-1316 Basketball Goal: Huffy, portable, heightadjustable, good condition, needs rim. $50. 770-205-3161 BED, solid cherry high poster queen size with 2 matching night stands $350. 678-513-4784 Bedroom set, kingsize bed, two dressers, mirror, two nightstands. Pictures on request. $400 for all. 770-992-7888 BIKE, like new 26” Murray Ultra Terrio Xtreme $45. 770-205-9583 Casio Keyboard with stand $100. Call/text 770-356-9198 CELLO, new, Romanian full-sized Genial Violins, Helicore strings, $1200. 678-393-9788 Chairs: Duncan Fife Style, 5 side chairs $27.00 each, 1 armchair $45.00, cloth cushion. 404-664-4491 COMMERCIAL BROOM: $15. 678-663-0588 COMPUTER/OFFICE TABLE, metal, woodlooking top, good condition, $55. 678-352-9167 Couch, love seat, chair: Reupholstered faux tan leather. Lamp, glass top end and coffee tables; $3200. 678-473-9612 or 678-232-1224 CUSTOM CARGO TRAILER, 7x13, walk in, needs work $875. 662-671-3751 FILE CABINET, Hon 700 series, lateral. Perfect condtion. Originally $600. Moving price $125. Pictures on request. 770-992-7888

FILE CABINET, Hon 700 series, lateral. Perfect condtion. Originally $600. Moving price $125. Pictures on request. 770-992-7888 FLATWARE, Dirilyte solid bronze service for 12, serving pieces. Mint condition! $500 obo. Original cost $4000. 678-392-2717 GAS RANGE, GE Profile self cleaning, warming oven and grill. Excellent condition! $400. 770-623-5937 GIRLS BEDROOM SET, Princess. Dresser, mirror, nightstand, mattress and toy box. $500. 770-888-4904 GOLF CLUB: Brand new, never swung Warrior Hybrid $60. 678-455-1141 or 770-310-9876 Home Gym Parabody 350. This Universal does all - 30 exercises including leg presses, triceps and abs. 155 weight stack expands to 205 lb. Assembled. Orig $1750. Moving, $400. Pictures on request. 770-992-7888 Home Theater System, brand new, still in box $100. 770-360-9443 Italian Dessert Plates (4), Bluebird pattern, excellent condition, $35. 770-891-4298 JEEP HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES (2) with bulbs and fits 19992004 Grand Cherokee. $45 both. 678-455-8111 KIDS’ COSTUMES, Falcons Cheerleader $7. Call/text 770-356-9198. LAWNMOWER: Cub cadet, 42” cut, great shape, looks new! $800 includes bagger. 770-475-5280 METAL DESK, large, wood-looking top, 5 drawers, good condition $75. 678-352-9167 PIANO, Baby Grand: Elegant case, matching bench; warm, rich tone. Sacrifice $1650 obo. 678-445-3654

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MAIN CLASSIFIEDS continued from page 30 1260 - Bargains PIANO, Baldwin Upright, and bench, made in the USA, great condition! $1500. 770-751-0452 PIANO, Upright console, cherry finish, and matching bench. Excellent condition! $700. 678-513-0700 Pine Dresser $100. Call/text 770-356-9198 POOL TABLE; Leisure Bay slate top, nominally 9’x5’, light walnut color, leather pockets, $950 includes all accessories, equipment and over table light. 770-346-8585 Portable Mobility Scooter: Dasher Shoprider, 3 months old. Excellent! $500 (originally $1200). 678-779-4823 Propane Tanks, 20 lbs, 1 full, 1 nearly empty $25 both. 770-886-0110 SOFAS: 2 maroon, all leather, great condition! Renovating. $500 both. 770-619-0042 SUMP PUMP: 1/2hp, 1-1/2” discharge, cast iron base, new in box $145. 770-888-2790 TABLES, Solid oak mission style: End (2), square coffee, sofa. Medium brown. Excellent condition. Originally $1600, moving price $500 for all. 770-992-7888 TV, 37” Toshiba with stand, excellent condition $75. 678-352-9167 TV. Toshiba with built in DVD Player. $40 negotiable. Call 678-663-0588. WATER SKIS with tow rope $50. 770-886-0110 WEDDING/BALL GOWN, Anaiss style silk/satin, size 14 ivory color, never worn. Strapless neckline. Box pleats on drop waistline. Bodice embellished by crystals. $700. 770-639-0158

1670 - Waterfront/ other

BACKWATER LANDING – LAKE KEOWEE, SC Waterfront Cottages, Gated – Prices from $140’s to $395,000 This showcase model now available fully furnished for $395,000 Lodge, fitness center, pool, beach, boardwalk, boat slips and more. 888-663-1133 www.backwaterlanding.com Office Hours: Mon-Fri 1-5, Sat & Sun 11-5 and always available by appointment

Country Ranch

1265 - Cemetery Greenlawn/Roswell Complete package includes 2 adjacent spaces, 2 vaults, 2 opening and closing & one 44x14 Companion Bronze marker. This package currently sells for $21,173. I am willing to sell this package for $10,000, firm. Please call me at 770-9931170 to schedule a time at Greenlawn Cemetery to see spaces’ locations. 1305 - Miscellaneous

All occasions & Starbucks baskets! Some incl. free shipping. Order online phildbasket.labellaba skets.com, or Phil 770-312-4040

HELP WANTED!!! GOOD MONEY! Weekly!! MAILING OUR BROCHURES or TYPING ONLINE ADS for our company/ $570.00 WEEKLY Potential ASSEMBLING CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS from home. PT/FT www. LocalWorkersNeeded.com

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5060 - Tutoring offering English/ French tutoring. Your location, $45/hour. 770-346-8555.

Native speaker. K-12 certified. Will tutor all levels. $40/hr. Will also tutor other subjects. Refs & background ck avail upon request. 404317-0901

1365 - Free to good home RESCUE KITTENS, 2, born summer 2013, 1 male, 1 female, fixed, with shots. Free to loving home. Katie 404-276-8003

REAL ESTATE 1670 - Waterfront/ other

See Ad Above

FRAME YOUR AD Do you want your ad to stand out? Ask your classified sales rep how you can enhance your

5590 - Handyman

SERVICE DIRECTORY 5470 - AC/ Heating A & K SERVICES HVAC, 770-475-0628. www.akservice-hvac. com Comfort Control, Inc. HVAC: 770-932-1306. www. comfortcontrolinc.com Complete heating system tune up with carbon monoxide test, Only $49! Licensed and insured. Call Comfort Control Today at 770- 932-1306 Kemper Heating and Cooling, 770-318-3618.www. kemperheating andcooling.com 5495 - Carpet Clean/ Instal. Got Carpets? Green Steam Cleaning. 404-425-9707. www. GotCarpetsAtlanta. com 5510 - Cleaning Services Ashley’s Affordable Housecleaning Services, 678-437-9890 5560 - Flooring

PERSONAL SERVICES 5255 - Errands/ Delivery Shamrock Situation Solutions 770-289-3474. www. youneedshamrock. com

ANIMALS

CADNET ADS 6004 - Employment Opportunities

INSTRUCTION

SERVICE DIRECTORY NATIONAL ADVERTISING

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GA Flooring INC: 678-636-9735. www.gaflooring.com Granite Garage Floors. www. GraniteGarageFloors. com. 678-500-9537 5590 - Handyman

Plumbing Electrical • Toilet Repair • Vanities & Faucets • Garbage Disposals • Kitchen & Baths • Remodeling

WE DO IT ALL! 25 Years Experience References

Call Mike 678-763-2420 Senior Discounts Licensed & Insured Thank you for reading the classifieds.

HANDYMAN REMODELING

ALL REPAIRS & REMODELS

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5590 - Handyman

5685 - Painters

ALL CARPENTRY & REPAIRS: Roof Leaks, Wood Rot Repair, Siding, Deck Repairs and Refinishing, Painting, Doors/Windows. Excellent References. 404-895-0260

Blackstone Painting LLC Int/Ext: 770-442-0760 Certa Pro Painters, 404-909-9889. http:// roswell.certapro.com EXPRESS PAINTING: 770-564-1854 5720 - Remodeling

20 yrs. Refs. Electrical, plumbing, carpentry, wood rot repair, tile, siding, paint, pressure wash.

I m m a c u l a t e Renovations: 678-600-6181. w w w. i m m a c u l a t e r enovations.com 5775 - Tree Services

5610 - Home Improvement Home Improvement Crew: 678-886-8632. w w w. H o m e I m p r o v e mentCrew.com 5645 - Lawn Care

Up to 1/2 Acre

Fescue over seeding/sod All credit cards accepted ProLawns Landscaping, LLC

Advantage Painting 770-255-8575 Interior/Exterior Decks Sealed & Stained Carpentry Repairs No Up Front Money Proudly use Benjamin Moore & Sherwin Williams paints Prompt Professional Service Free Estimate, Insured

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Donate Your Car to Veterans Today! Help those in need! Your vehicle donation will help US Troops and support our Veterans! 100% tax deductible Fast Free pickup! 1-800-263-4713

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5816 - Apartments For Rent. RETIREMENT APARTMENTS, ALL INCLUSIVE. Meals, transportation, activities daily. Short Leases. Monthly specials! Call (877) 210-4130

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5849 - Health & Medical

$49.95

5685 - Painters

DONATE A CAR - HELP CHILDREN FIGHTING DIABETES. Fast, Free Towing. Call 7 days/ week. Nonrunners OK. Tax Deductible. Call Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation 1-800-578-0408

Immediate Opportunity for Men and Women. EntryLevel Oilfield Jobs Starting at $64,000-$145,000/Year. No Experience Necessary. Call 24hr Free Recorded Message 1-888-450-4902

Core Aeration

770-910-7583

5810 - Auto Donations

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SELL

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5875 - Miscellaneous

*REDUCE YOUR SATELLITE/ CABLE BILL! Confused by other ads? Buy DIRECT at FACTORY DIRECT Pricing. As low as $19.99/Mo. FREE Installation! 1-877-329-9040

5875 - Miscellaneous AIRLINES ARE HIRING - Train for hands on Aviation Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid for qualified students Job placement assistance. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888-686-1704 CASH FOR CARS: All Cars/ Trucks Wanted. Running or Not! Top Dollar Paid. We Come To You! Any Make/Model. Call For Instant Offer: 1-800-864-5960 CASH PAID- UP TO $25/ BOX for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS! 1 DAY PAYMENT & PREPAID shipping. BEST PRICES! Call 1-888-776-7771. www. Cash4DiabeticSupplies.com Have fun and find a genuine connection! The next voice on the other end of the line could be the one. Call Tango 1-800-381-1758. FREE trial! Meet singles now! No paid operators, just people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages, connect live. FREE trial. Call 1-877-737-9447 Need a Christmas gift? Try UNSPOKEN by NY Times Best-selling Author Dee Henderson. Read first chapter www.DeeHenderson.com ROTARY INTERNATIONAL - Rotary builds peace and international understanding through education. Find information or locate your local club at www.rotary.org. Brought to you by your free community paper and PaperChain. TOP CASH PAID FOR OLD GUITARS! 1920’s thru 1980’s. Gibson, Martin, Fender, Gretsch, Epiphone, Guild, Mosrite, Rickenbacker. Prairie State, D’Angelico, Stromberg, and Gibson Mandolins/Banjos. 1-800-401-0440 VIAGRA 100MG and CIALIS 20mg! 40 Pills + 4 FREE for only $99. #1 Male Enhancement, Discreet Shipping. Save $500! Buy The Blue Pill! Now 1-800-213-6202

5877 - Motorcycles Wanted to Buy WANTED JAPANESE MOTORCYCLE KAWASAKI 1967-1980 Z1-900, KZ900, KZ1000, ZIR, KX1000MKII, A1-250, W1-650, H1-500, H2-750, S1-250, S2-350, S3-400 SUZUKI GS400, GT380, GT750, Honda CB750 (1969,1970) CASH. FREE PICKUP. 1-800-7721142, 1-310-721-0726 usa@ classicrunners.com

5884 - Satellite TV/ Electronics Order Dish Network Satellite TV and Internet Starting at $19.99! Free Installation, Hopper DVR and 5 Free Premium Movie Channels! Call 800-597-2464

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Reader Advisory: The National Trade Association we belong to has purchased the following classifieds. Determining the value of their service or product is advised by this publication. In order to avoid misunderstandings, some advertisers do not offer employment but rather supply the readers with manuals, directories and other materials designed to help their clients establish mail order selling and other businesses at home. Under NO circumstance should you send any money in advance or give the client your checking, license identification or credit card numbers. Also beware of ads that claim to guarantee loans regardless of credit and note that if a credit repair company does business only over the phone it’s illegal to request any money before delivering its service. All funds are based in U.S. dollars. 800 numbers may or may not reach Canada.

6011 - Miscellaneous

6011 - Miscellaneous

6011 - Miscellaneous

6017 - Wanted to Buy

6018 - Automotive

6022 - Electronics

6024 - Health & Fitness

AIRLINE CAREERS begin here - Get trained as FAA certified Aviation Technician. Housing and Financial aid for qualified students. Job placement assistance. Call AIM 866-453-6204

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CASH PAID- up to $28/Box for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. 1-DAY PAYMENT. 1-800-371-1136

6019 - Autos Wanted

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6015 - Adoptions PREGNANT? CONSIDERING ADOPTION? You choose from families nationwide. LIVING EXPENSES PAID. Abby’s One True Gift Adoptions. 866-4136292, 24/7 Void/Illinois/New Mexico/Indiana

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