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12 In Every Issue 4 Around Canton 8 Downtown Events 10 Celebrations 11 Noteworthy 44 Everyday Angels 46 Rob’s Rescues 48 Library Events 50 Community Calendar 52 Shop Local Map 54 Directory of Advertisers Contributors 41 Charlice Byrd 40 Cherokee Women’s Health Specialists 38 Michael Collopy 14 Lauren Johnson 18 Harry Johnston 22 Rebecca Johnston 43 Susannah MacKay 46 Rob Macmillan 27 Dr. Scott Merritt 40 Denson Pepper 48 John Rodgers 56 Jennifer Ruscilli 26 Safe Kids Cherokee 42 Susan Schulz 30 Elisabeth Stubbs 16 The Wanderer September 2022Contents On The Cover Features 12 Meet Nathan Ingram! Get to know Canton’s assistant city manager and the many hats he wears. 16 History Center First Look Don’t miss these photos and exhibit details from History Cherokee’s new facility, expected to open in November. 22 Service League Snapshots Rebecca Johnston documents the Service League of Cherokee County’s history of helping our community. Clark Salon & Spa Keenan Clark has chosen Schwarzkopf Color in his desire to offer the best color in the industry; Clark Salon & Spa is a fully certified Schwarzkopf Color salon. Pages 28 & 29 Cover photo by Red Baryl Portraits 22 16 2 AROUND CANTON | September 2022
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What’s New Community Burger has opened at The Mill on Etowah, 225 Reformation Parkway, Suite 300. It’s open for lunch and dinner, and features a menu of burgers built with inventive flavor combinations, proprietary spice blends and house-made condiments. The restaurant also offers a selection of custom-made craft cocktails served on tap.
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The man laughed to himself and said, “Don’t you realize there are miles and miles of beach and hundreds of starfish? You can’t make any difference!”Afterlistening politely, the boy bent down, picked up another starfish and threw it into the surf. Then, smiling at the man, he said, “I made a difference to that one.” There is no effort too small to make a difference. If you want to be my tattoo sister or brother, let me know!
One day, a man was walking along the beach, when he noticed a boy hurriedly picking up and gently throwing things into the ocean. Approaching the boy, he asked, “Young man, what are you doing?”
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This might be the year I get that tattoo I’ve been wanting. There’s no real reason other than I’m not getting any younger. My birthday is this month, but it’s not a big one. Glenn and I are celebrating our 35th anniversary this year, but because this isn’t the kind of ink my journalist-husband will affirm, I won’t mark that milestone this way. In fact, there’s much opposition to a tattoo, mostly from my three adult children! I’d think they’d want their mom to be even more hip and cool! (I know. Because I used those terms, I’ve proved I am neither of those things.) And, my motherin-law? Bless her. I know she’s shaking her head as she’s reading this. Love you, Grandma! My tattoo dream comes to mind — stay with me — because of the overriding theme of this month’s issue: service. While I hate that 9/11 happened at all, much less on my birthday, I love that it has become a National Day of Service. Each month, you’ll find plenty of articles about people helping others in our magazines. This month is no exception, starting with Rebecca Johnston’s chronology of the Service League of Cherokee County, a volunteer group of women who’ve made more of a difference in our county than we possibly could know. Take a trip down memory lane with her on Pages 22-24.
Beginning on Page 42, you’ll find a series of service-related articles. You’ll discover plenty of chances to serve after reading the Susan Schulz profile of Hope2Africa, a roundup of nonprofits on Page 43 and the opportunities to make a difference in the lives of some very special furry friends on Page 46. Now, hopefully, you’ll make the tattoo/service connection. My idea is to get a tattoo of a starfish, with the words: Make a difference. That comes from this inspirational story:
The boy replied, “Throwing starfish back into the ocean. The surf is up, and the tide is going out. If I don’t throw them back, they’ll die.”
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01 Trivia Night on the Green begins at 7 p.m. Thursdays. Gather your dream team and compete for first-, second- and third-place prizes at The Mill on Etowah. www.etowahmill.com.
Taste and Brews Fall Festival is back in Etowah River Park, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Taste, sample and enjoy the flavors of Georgia and listen to live music by regional acts. Admission is free, and there will be a variety of children’s activities. www.tasteandbrews.com.
Screen on the Green: “Hocus Pocus 2,” begins at 8 p.m. at The Mill on Etowah. A meet and greet with the Sanderson sisters will be at 7 p.m. www.etowahmill.com/events.
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Cherokee Theatre Company Performances are at the Canton Theatre. www.cherokeetheatre.org Oct. 21-23, 28-30
Maker’s Mash, a pop-up shop featuring local artisans, 1-6 p.m. every third Sunday, at Reformation Brewery. www.etowahmill.com.
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Canton Business Club Meets weekly, 8-9 a.m. Wednesdays at Reformation Brewery, 125 Railroad St. Check Facebook for an optional Zoom link, and other club news and events.
29 Join the Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Etowah River Park. Opening ceremony begins at 9 a.m. https://bit.ly/3C7dvrx.
10 Canton’s Multicultural Festival returns to Etowah River Park, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., with a 5K, music, free food, arts, sports and entertainment. www.cantonga.gov.
The monthly block party, sponsored by the Canton Main Street Program, runs 6-9 p.m. in downtown Canton. www.cantonga.gov. On Facebook. Sept. 2: Kinchafoonee Cowboys Oct. 7: On the Border — the Ultimate Eagles Tribute
Canton First Friday
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“A Party to Murder” by Marcia Kash and Douglas E. Hughes. Directed by Jeannie and Wally Hinds. Performances are at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Come dressed in your costumes for a contest during KudzuDec.intermission.9-11,16-18Playerspresent
The Think Pink Cherokee County Breast Cancer Awareness Walk begins at 10 a.m. in Cannon Park. Registration opens at 9 a.m. www.cantonga.gov.
22 Run Your Bundts Off 5K, benefiting WarAngel Farms, begins at 8:30 a.m. in Etowah River Park. https://runsignup.com/bundtscanton. Wear your Halloween costumes, and join the inaugural No Tricks, Just Treats Walk, noon-6 p.m., along Main Street. www.cantonga.gov.
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18 The Cherokee Recovery and Prevention Summit is set for 1-5 p.m. at The Mill on Etowah. The free event features live music, vendors, door prizes, a comedian, speakers and more.
08 Tailgate With a Firefighter, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at The Mill on Etowah, will feature face painting, games, fire trucks, dress like a firefighter contest, food in a souvenir fire helmet and more. Tickets for games are $1. Presented by Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services and Safe Kids, all proceeds help fund fire safety education. www.etowahmill.com/events.
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24 The 38th annual Riverfest Arts and Crafts Festival will be at Etowah River Park, Sept. 24-25, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $5. Ages 10 and younger are free. https://serviceleague.net/fundraisers/riverfest.
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03 Canton Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturdays, through Oct. 15 in Brown Park. https://bit.ly/3w3RTco.
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Save the date! Denim Fest, a fall festival and ode to history, will be at The Mill on Etowah. There will be trick-or-treating, barbecue tasting, a kid’s costume contest, an adult denim jacket contest, the Georgia vs. Florida game on the big screen, live music featuring Guardians of the Jukebox and more. www.etowahmill.com/events.
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Celebrations! ANNOUNCEMENTS ARE FREE! Email: Octoberedit@aroundaboutmagazines.comdeadlineisSept.10. Please specify Around Canton. Lakelyn Archer Age 4 on Aug. 29 Happy birthday, Lakey Loo! You make life so much fun! We love you so much! Mama, Dada, Brantley and Ramsey Teddy Whitmore Happy sixth birthday! We love you very much! Dad,andMom,ThatcherTinsley Avery Smith Happy 18th birthday, Avery! We are so proud of you and look forward to sharing your senior year, graduation and a new chapter of life with you this next year. It’s going to be a fun ride — especially with you! Love, Mom and Dad Clint Labarthe Happy birthday to Clint on Sept. 24! May your day be as special as you are! We love you! Debbie, Lisa and family Happy 93rd birthday, Daddy! All the very best to our example of integrity, fortitude and determination – our beloved hero! We love you “a bushel and a peck!” The Eubanks, Phillips and Westgate families Sophie Happy first birthday, sweet Sophie! We love you so much and feel so blessed to have you in our lives. Mommy, Daddy, Daniel, David, Nathan and Abuelita 10 AROUND CANTON | September 2022
Georgia’s First Special Olympics DanceSport Team
Cherokee County Special Olympics is excited to have the first DanceSport team under Special Olympics Georgia (SOGA).
DanceSport is a newly sanctioned sport for Special Olympics North America (SONA) and currently is in two states: Utah andSpecialGeorgia.Olympics, founded by Eunice Kennedy Shriver in 1968, is the world's largest sports organization for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, providing year-round training and competitions for more than 5.3 million athletes and Unified Sports partners in nearly 170 countries.
Four individuals have been advocating for this sport for three years: Laura Mikszan, LaBlast master trainer for Georgia; Louis Van Amstel, world dance champion and recurring star of “Dancing with the Stars”; and Amy Aenchbacher and Dave Martinez, local coordinators for Cherokee County Special Olympics.
“It is exciting to see Laura use her passion and talents to provide competitive dance opportunities for special Olympians in our community, state and beyond,” Martinez said. Mikszan is the creator of Warriors of Wonder, a group that focuses on overall fitness for individuals with disabilities. She Dave Martinez, Amy Aenchbacher and Louis Van Amstel stand behind Laura Mikszan. also created and leads the Warrior Cats dance group, which will be competing with Cherokee County Special Olympics at local, state and national levels. “We are grateful to Louis and Laura’s efforts. DanceSport will offer opportunities for our athletes to improve their fitness while expressing themselves through the art of dance,” Aenchbacher said.
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Throughout the day, I consult with various departments regarding current work and programs, respond to questions and emails, and inspect city projects.
What do you like most about your job?
What projects are you excited about?
Council recently approved a contract to renovate Harmon Park, a historic park in the Sunnyside area of Canton. A while back, the city had an opportunity to partner with Atlanta United Foundation, among others, as part of their GA 100 Grant Initiative program, to provide funding for a soccer mini pitch. This project helped spur other much-needed renovation projects at Harmon Park. The newly renovated park will have a mini pitch with terraced stadium seating, a new one-way drive surrounding the park, as well as additional parking, a basketball court, pavilion, art projects and other renovations to the existing ball fields. It is a great project for the city, which I’m proud to be a part of, and an exciting opportunity for that neighborhood.
Every day is different. Yes, the position often requires me to address issues that may appear routine, but everything has a uniqueness about it. Furthermore, Canton is a gem in North Georgia. With the Etowah River, easy access to the mountains and the big city, as well as a rich history, it is a great place to work.
I’ve been employed with Canton for almost 11 years. I started with the city in October 2011. I am a licensed CPA. Prior to my employment with Canton, I worked in a public accounting firm that focused on government audits of counties and municipalities in the North Georgia region. Upon graduating from the University of North Georgia in 1996, I spent four years as a licensed property and casualty insurance sub-agent.
Nathan Ingram Get to K now Assistant City Manager
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The position of assistant city manager (ACM) is responsible for assisting the city manager in managing the operations of the city government, and for direct oversight of several departments. As ACM, I also am responsible for general oversight of most large capital projects.
The typical day usually involves close contact and communication with City Manager Billy Peppers. Meetings involve updates on current projects, discussions of personnel matters, talks about upcoming capital projects, items pending council action, and may even involve discussions with developers or other outside organizations.
What are your goals?
I grew up in Dawson County, where most of my extended family is from. During my early school years, I moved around quite a bit throughout the Eastern U.S., with my father being in the construction industry. This provided me with the invaluable experience of meeting new people, learning new and different cultures, and adapting to different environments.
What is the most unusual job you’ve done?
Describe a typical day on the job.
What is your main responsibility?
Where did you grow up?
Team Canton has the spirit of “How can I be of service?” It is not unheard of for management to jump in and help with whatever task needs to be done. A number of times, I have fielded a phone call right at 5 p.m. and helped out by delivering a trash can to a customer in need. You may often find Canton employees walking around downtown picking up trash. We truly care about Canton!
My goal is to continue to work for Canton as my career matures. There are so many projects that have been discussed and visioned, that I hope to see come to fruition. Toward the end of my career, and into retirement, I hope to slow down a bit and do a little more traveling and spending more time with grandchildren. How do you spend your free time? When time permits, my family enjoys traveling and camping. We have been blessed to have the opportunity to travel to many of the national parks within the U.S. I often try to schedule and combine my time off to allow a two- or three-week vacation every few years.
What is your background?
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“The development of the Jones Building is the next opportunity to showcase the city of Canton,” developer Penn Hodge said. “The private-public partnership of this historical landmark will define the future of downtown. We see the Jones Building project as the next Preservation, entrepreneurship, arts and culture, valuesinvestment,createscity,Canton.developmentarecommunity-centricandactivitiescornerstonesofeconomicwithindowntownBenefitingtheentiredowntownredevelopmentjobs,attractsincreasespropertyandgeneratestourism.
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Established in 2010, the Canton Main Street program aims to create a vibrant downtown through historic preservation, small business development, private investment, increased tourism and more. With its eye on the future, the city of Canton is building an economy for the next generation, while restoring buildings from past generations. In the last two decades, more than 300,000 square feet of historic buildings have been restored, including former schools that now are home to City Hall and commercial offices; a former textile mill transformed into the awardwinning The Mill on Etowah; the revived historic Canton Theatre, which recently was named to The 10 Best Historic Theaters in Georgia by AmericanTowns Media; and the historic Jones Mercantile building at the center of downtown. The latter will see even more improvements starting this fall, as the developers of The Mill on Etowah create another mixed-use space featuring restaurants, office space and much more.
BY LAUREN JOHNSON
Main Street Magic
Downtown is the heart of Canton. While the area was a thriving mill district in the early 20th century, the 1970s saw the arrival of big box stores and mall-style shopping, bringing the bustle of downtown to a halt. Serving only as a pass-through to other destinations, local businesses shuttered. In the early 2000s, a downtown resurgence occurred as people began to value all things local, nostalgic and historical once again. It was then that stores, offices and restaurants – such as the popular Downtown Kitchen – believed in and began to create the vision for what downtown Canton could be.
Redeveloping the Heart of Canton
“The new history center being around the corner also has people really curious to see what Canton has to offer,” said Cindy Brooks, Canton’s Downtown Development Authority (DDA) president. “People who may not have known that we have had a wonderful historical society for many years are now really interested to see more exhibits and how that building has reallyPopularchanged.”downtown events also highlight the area’s special value for residents and visitors. From dine and wine events to holiday and farmers markets to music and concert series, such as First Fridays, downtown Canton draws in young and old all year long. “Canton, through its Main Street, DDA and Roadmap approaches, is able to leverage its history, its incredible local businesses and its residents’ compelling sense of community connection, to build momentum for maintaining a strong central business district, area placemaking initiatives, tourism growth and so much more,” Canton City Councilor Brooke Schmidt said. “We are seeing a growing interest from residents who want to live downtown, and Team Canton is committed to supporting this key to economic vitality.”
Lauren Johnson is the marketing and communications specialist for the city of Canton.
• For a list of places to eat, drink and grab a treat, scan the QR code.
Canton Theatre Director Kristin Norton Green and City Manager Billy Peppers celebrate the theater’s recent https://bit.ly/3dJoMUv.recognition.
Downtown Dining and More
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• Turn to Pages 52-53 for a map to help you shop local at The Mill on Etowah and in downtown Canton.
forRoadmapSuccess adaptive reuse challenge, which will continue our theme of ‘Honoring History’ for the city.” Honoring history not only for Canton but for the entire county is History Cherokee’s new History Center, that just so happens to call downtown Canton home. The museum documents the history of Cherokee County, spanning from Native American inhabitants to the industries, people and events that have shaped the area to what it is today. (For more details, turn to Pages 16-17.)
Photos courtesy of History Cherokee.
One of the most exciting developments in Cherokee County this year will be when the new History Cherokee facility opens to the public. (At press time, it was expected to open in November. Check for updates at https:// historycherokee.org.)
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Let’s start with a brief summary of the organization's history.
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The design is an ambitious one, with six exhibition galleries (five permanent, one rotating) arrayed in a circle around a central auditorium, in such a way that you can walk the perimeter circuit through each gallery, but also can access any one gallery directly through the auditorium. In addition to the galleries, there is an extensive local history library, an educational center for presenting programs, and archives for storage of the extensive collection. There evenThe research library houses information about historic buildings and local topics of interest.
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Wonderings ofthe
Originally named the Cherokee County Historical Society, it has operated as a nonprofit organization since the 1970s, but its facility only had around 900 square feet of exhibition space. In 2019, staff embarked upon a new vision and rebranded the organization as History Cherokee. When the old Canton Police Station building became available (which was originally a post office), the city of Canton offered it at a reduced price to support that vision. The capital campaign, with an initial goal of $4 million, has gone well, and construction began in fall 2019. Like so many other things in 2020, the COVID-19 outbreak halted construction, which restarted in fall 2021.
The Wanderer has been a resident of Cherokee County for nearly 20 years, and constantly is learning about his community on daily walks, which totaled a little more than 1,800 miles in 2021. Send questions or comments to wanderingga@gmail.com.
5. The fifth permanent gallery will focus on the 1970s to the present day, with the expansion of Interstate 575 into the county, the construction of the airport, the establishment of Dixie Speedway, and historical preservation efforts. History Cherokee is here to serve our community. Having a place that can educate us about the place we call home is an immeasurable contribution to our lives. Each and every one of us needs to visit it, to experience it and to learn from it. And, of course, since it is a nonprofit organization, we also need to support it. If you’ve read any of my articles this year, you know how excited I am about the rich historical legacy this county has, and I can’t wait to walk through those doors. Come ready to learn dozens of things you never knew about Cherokee County!
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The five permanent galleries are chronological:
4. The fourth covers 1939-70, and discusses the rise of the poultry industry, World War II, the construction of Allatoona Lake, 1950s and '60s culture, and racial integration in the late '60s.
3. The third spans 1879-1938, and covers the founding of most of the cities in the county, as well as local businesses, mills, the railroad, and the decline of the cotton industry. Prohibition and moonshining will be covered here, as well as the Great Depression.
Visitors enter through the museum shop. The third gallery showcases the emergence of new businesses in 1879-1938, including the Jones Mercantile Company.
2. The second spans the time period of roughly 1755-1877, which encompasses the Revolutionary War, the Cherokee people and their removal from Georgia, slavery and emancipation, the Civil War and Reconstruction.
The fifth gallery focuses on the establishment of Dixie Speedway, the Cherokee County Airport and more.
are a few special items to view outside of the building in the works. The galleries themselves are designed to be interactive, with things to hear, touch and see, and appropriate for all age groups. For example, the main hall will have maps that cover various places and eras in our county’s history.
1. The first showcases the county’s “prehistory,” from the time before any Europeans settlers were here. Native American artifacts will dominate this gallery.
Harry Johnston is chairman of the Cherokee County Board of Commissioners. He’s a retired CPA and accounting manager, and a former district commissioner. Email him at hjohnston@cherokeega.com.
Controlling Growth and
relativelyDevelopmentintensedevelopmentalongthemajor highway corridors in south Cherokee, where that development pattern already is fully established. That includes commercial use and some multifamily housing. The plan calls for lower-impact development in the large “horseshoe” area that begins north of Allatoona Lake, on the west side, and continues around Canton’s north side and back down to the Arnold Mill Road corridor, on the east side. In those areas, the highway corridors are planned for lighter commercial uses and medium-density residential use, with intense commercial development only at nodes in the centers of the traditional rural communities. In all areas, the plan calls for gradual, lower-impact development moving away from the highway corridors and nodes. Literally half of the county’s land area is planned for rural density, not to exceed one home per two acres. You can view the current land-use map at www. cherokeega.com. Click on Departments, then GIS, then Maps, then Future Development Map. Ultimately, the allowed use of a property is determined by its zoning. By law, zoning decisions must consider the land-use plan. But, they also must consider existing actual development adjacent to and near a property being rezoned. Sometimes, a compromise is necessary to achieve a reasonable step-down between an intense existing development and a lower-impact land-use plan for the area.
People often ask me why we don’t just shut down the growth and development in our county. They moved here to get away from overdevelopment, and don’t want it to happen here. The answer is, we can’t shut it all down, even if we wanted to. Property owners legally are entitled to a reasonable economic use of their property. Any regulation of land use and development must be done through a systematic process. But, Cherokee recognized the need for growth management earlier than most counties, and we’ve handled it better than most. We’re positioned to be a rare county located this close to a major city that can sustain a comfortable, small-town lifestyle over the long run. It’s a truly precious opportunity. The roots of the responsible growth movement were planted in the early 1990s, but it took until 2008 to gain a consistent majority on the Board of Commissioners. Since then, we’ve brought the average annual population growth down countywide from about 5% to about 2%. The cities manage growth inside their borders, and can grow those borders through annexation. They still have ambitions to grow significantly, but are increasingly willing to work with the county on growth management. Growth in the cities can be good, as long as it doesn’t consume the entire county. We manage growth and development through land-use planning and zoning. In Georgia, cities and counties must have land-use plans and update them every five years. Cherokee will be starting an update later this year. Everyone will be invited to have input. All plan updates must pass a legal review and be deemed reasonable by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs.
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Members of Team Mahachi enjoy the petting zoo, brought in by Hidden Acres Animal Sanctuary & Therapy Rescue of Canton. First-place winner Salvador Castillo.
Morgan Lee, left, and Chick-fil-A Director of Finance & Benefits Sandy Thompson watch the race with Addison and Rachel.
The ninth annual Chick-fil-A Cherokee County Moo’ve It 5K was held at Etowah River Park in Canton on Aug. 13, and more than 1,600 runners participated. A fundraiser for the Cherokee County Educational Foundation and Special Olympics, more than $200,000 has been donated since the race was started. This year, in addition to cows and, of course, chicken, there were more farm animals present — in disguise. Check out these photos from the race to see if you can spot the imposter or any of your neighbors.
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Annalyn, left, and Ava. Participants bolt at the start of the 1-mile Calf Run. Runners vie
John and JoEllen Wilson at the Service League Ball, May 17, 1971. 22 AROUND CANTON | September 2022
With the war years over, in 1950 the league held a Milk Fund Ball at the Canton Golf Club, with admission of $1.50 per couple. The money raised helped members supply 78 half pints of milk each day to underprivileged school children.
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Charter members included President Mrs. R. Tyre Jones, Vice President Mrs. H.G. Vandiviere, Recording Secretary Mrs. J.E. Darnell, Corresponding Secretary Mrs. Ed Garlington, Treasurer Mary Lee Johnston, and Chairman Ways and Means Committee Mrs. Rube Jones. Other charter members were Mrs. A.V. Jones Jr., Mrs. John S. Wood and Blanche Jones. That first year, the newly formed organization held a bridge and rook tournament at the Hotel Canton and a Christmas tree party for distributing gifts to children in need. By 1937, fundraising efforts were expanded with a carnival at Brown Park in Canton, which included a pet parade, pony rides, cake walks, a marionette show and clowns. An ongoing project in the 1930s and '40s was the Milk Fund, which provided monies to public schools to provide milk for underprivileged children. The league also began supplying groceries and clothing directly to families with children in need of assistance.
During World War II, the club grew to 25 women, who in 1943-44 donated more than 2,000 hours of service. In 1945, Service League members sold war bonds, assisted in sorting and packing clothes for the United Nations clothing drive, and continued to help children 12 and under in the community.
In 1956, the Service League members assisted 351 children with food, clothing, transportation and medical needs. They assisted the county health nurses to administer polio vaccines to grade school children and assisted 35 families at Christmas.
assist those under the age of 12.
The organization traces its history to March 28, 1935, when a small group of women in the city of Canton came together with plans to help children and conduct charity work in the community by forming the Service League of Canton. The organization eventually became the Service League of Cherokee County and continues to take that mission forward, funding medical care, basic needs, scholarships and Christmas gifts forAschildren.thecountry struggled to emerge from the throes of the Great Depression, the women who started the Service League in 1935 made it their mission to BY REBECCA JOHNSTON
Since the Service League of Cherokee County’s inception 87 years ago, its volunteer group of women has dedicated thousands of hours to handson assistance and fundraising to help children in need.
Service League Has Long History of Helping Community
The '50s were busy for Service League members as they tested hearing and eyesight at Canton Elementary School, cataloged and repaired books at the public library and published a cookbook.
By the end of the decade, in 195960, league members opened a thrift shop in downtown Canton, where members volunteered to sort and sell gently used clothing. Within a year, the thrift shop was generating enough 1958 Service League Thrift Store. 1968 Service League Ball.
income for the organization to become self-supporting.In1960,membership increased from 25 to 30 members, and the club marked its 25th anniversary. The organization commemorated the anniversary by donating $500 to the nursery and formula room at R.T. Jones Memorial Library.
Almost 1,500 children were tested annually for hearing issues with help from the league. By 1969, two speech therapists were hired for the school system.
Riverfest 1985 committee, from left: Lila Stevens, Judy Bishop, Pat Gold (chairman), Rebecca Johnston and Debra Goodwin.
Going stronger than ever, this month, Riverfest celebrates its 38th anniversary as one of the Service League’s most successful fundraising events. Earlier this year, the organization awarded its first Heritage of Hope award recognizing a community member making a difference in the lives of children, and the league’s 100 women donated more than 10,000 volunteer hours and $100,000 to helping children in need in the community.
Rebecca Johnston is a Cherokee County native, with more than 35 years of experience as a community journalist. She served 10 years in the Service League of Cherokee County, 1982-92, and now is an honorary member.
In 1985, the Service League, in addition to starting Riverfest Arts and Crafts Festival, published its second cookbook, “League Legacy.” In 1994, the cookbook was updated to be named “Cherokee Entertains.” The league published two more cookbooks, “A Taste of Tradition” in 2004 and “Gatherings and Traditions” in 2013. The cookbooks have provided a steady and significant source of funds, which the Service League uses to continue to meet the needs of children throughout the county.
For more information, visit serviceleague.net.
Members volunteering at the Service League thrift store.
During the '60s, the league decided to increase its assistance with hearing tests in the local public school and host an annual Service League Ball, to raise money to assist the school system in hiring a speech pathologist and purchase an audiometer for testing.
"I was invited to join the Service League by Reinhardt friend Sue Ellen Turner as soon as I moved to Canton. What a great way to meet new acquaintances who, in retrospect, have become lifelong friends,” said former Service League member JoEllen Wilson (1969-79). “I remember folding used clothing and getting ready for Saturday sales in the thrift shop, located upstairs where Downtown Kitchen is now. Working on our assigned Saturdays allowed us to make other friends, since our clientele were almost always repeat customers.”Thethrift shop continued to be a means of fundraising, as well as a resource to help families in need with clothing. The league also began partnering with the state welfare department to determine families in need.
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“One of the most enjoyable and rewarding tasks was visiting families needing support at Christmas. I always took my twin sons,” Wilson recalled. “They were able to appreciate their own Christmas gifts more because they saw families that would not have Christmas except for the assistance the Service League provided. Those 10 years meeting new friends and helping children in Cherokee County remain some of my very favorite memories."
In the years leading up to the league’s 50th anniversary in 1980, funds were raised to redo the playground at Brown Park. The league also began funding college scholarships for graduating seniors, putting together educational treasure chests for use in the school system to teach local history, and starting the Follies as a new fundraiser. “I remember what great fun it was to meet so many new friends and be on stage dancing and singing just like on Broadway,” Wilson said. “I'm still friends with many folks I met during the Follies and would not have had that opportunity, except for our unforgettable memories.”
• Floss daily to remove bacteria and debris between teeth.
• Enjoy superfoods like fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
September also is National Gum Care Month, a great time to brush up on gum disease prevention. The health of your gums is just as important as the health of your pearly whites. Here are five ways to safeguard your smile:
• Brush your teeth twice a day using a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste.
• Wear a mouthguard when playing contact sports.
• Clean/scrape your tongue. Developing positive dental habits sets you up for a lifetime of dental success. Following continued healthy habits reduces your risk of cavities, gum disease and other health ailments. Taking great care of your mouth can transform the way you feel about your smile and boost your confidence. When preventive dental care is maintained, there is less need for repairs, and the health of teeth and gums is protected. Contact your dental provider to schedule a preventive dental checkup.
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Preventive dental care is the best way to have a healthy mouth and a beautiful smile for years to come. Routine dental appointments are crucial for establishing positive oral care habits and assessing your risk for oral disease and cancer. Preventive dental procedures include exams, cleanings, scalings, fluoride treatments and X-rays. When you visit your dentist for preventive care, you also have the opportunity to ask questions, discuss concerns you may have and learn about treatments that can benefit your teeth.
The change in seasons brings new adventures, which is a great time to pick up good, positive habits. As we prepare to revel in the beauty of the fall colors, this season is the perfect opportunity to reevaluate and revamp your oral health care routine. Get ready to fall in love with your smile! Healthy dental habits start at home and continue with regular dental visits.
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• Does the shoulder portion of the seat belt cross over the center of the collarbone?
Nationally, more than half of car seats today are being misused, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Safe Kids Cherokee County reports it’s more like 75-80% locally.
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• Can my child bend their knees over the edge of the seat?
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Safe Kids Cherokee County focuses on programs designed to prevent accidental injury to children ages 19 and under.
• Does the lap portion of the seat belt cross over the hip bones?
As a parent, you probably have struggled to strap a screaming baby into a car seat. Or, you may have realized something is wrong when you turned a corner and the car seat fell over. Car seats are part of the daily reality for parents with young children. While they are proven to save lives and prevent injuries, they also can pose several problems. Using car seats properly is the key to keeping children safe. Sept. 18-24 is Child Passenger Safety Week, a national initiative to raise awareness about car seat use.
The goal is to help parents ensure children have the right car seat for their age and size, making sure the car seat is not expired, and that it’s properly installed in your vehicle.
• Can my child touch the floorboard with their feet?
While Georgia law says children under 8 years old don’t have to ride in a car seat, it often is missed that they need to be 4-feet, 9-inches tall to properly fit a seat belt. “We explain it this way: It’s like a roller-coaster ride. You must be a certain height to be able to ride certain rides. Otherwise, it is not safe. It is really the height at this point, not the age that matters,” said Lisa Grisham, Safe Kids Cherokee County Coordinator.Theotherissue is children are sitting in the front seat too soon. They should be at least 13 years old before riding in the front, not only due to size but also behavior. Ask yourself … Will my child sit still and in position for the entire ride, wearing the seat belt correctly?
Once they reach the age of 8, there are five questions to answer “yes” before taking a child out of a booster seat:
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If the answer is “yes” to all of these questions, they can sit in a regular vehicleHavingseat.your child in the proper seat truly can save his or her life and prevent injuries, sometimes permanent injuries. For answers to questions, or to book a free appointment to have your car seat checked by a nationally certified child passenger safety technician, call 678-493-4343 or www.safekidscherokeecounty.org.visit
Motor vehicle crashes are still the No. 1 cause of injury and death for children between the ages of 0-14, and tweens, ages 8-14, are at the highest risk. This age typically is when children begin riding without a booster or riding in the front seat.
• Can my child sit in the proper position the entire ride?
The farm-to-cup philosophy allows Alma to maintain an exclusive and vertically integrated relationship with the family coffee farms in Honduras, which, in turn, provides fair wages and job opportunities for every person in the supply chain. When all is said and done, everyone, from coffee farmer to barista, reaps the benefits of doing business ethically, and you get to enjoy a high-quality cup you wouldn’t get anywhere else.
Local Roasters Work to Improve Lives and brewing them, Alma’s every step, ending here in your backyard at their roasting facility and cafe.
The selection has grown since the cafe’s doors opened in spring 2021; guests have a wide selection of drink options and housemade syrups, multiple indoor and outdoor seating areas, free Wi-Fi and conference room rentals, and freshly baked pastries from a locally owned Canton bakery.
N ot far from downtown Holly Springs, the winners of this year’s Around Canton Readers’ Choice contest in the Best Coffee Shop category have opened their doors to the public as a one-stop-shop for freshly roasted and ethically sourced coffee.
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If you’re just now hearing about Alma Coffee and want to learn more, be sure to stop by the cafe and roastery Sundays through Fridays, and introduce yourself to their highly enthusiastic and caffeinated team. Chances are, as you enjoy time in a few of your favorite businesses, bars or restaurants in Cherokee County, you’ll spot Alma’s iconic blue bag — if you don’t smell the coffee brewing first. to -
A Farm-to-Cup Philosophy
Alma Coffee (Alma means soul in Spanish) is a 4-year-old local business that has roots in five generations of Honduran coffee farmers. The co-owner, Leticia Hutchins, is the fifth-generation farmer in her family, and she runs Alma’s Cherokee Countybased cafe and roastery with her husband, Harry, and father, Al, who is a service-disabled U.S. Army Betweenveteran.thethree of them, Alma Coffee has transformed from a startup to a fully functional coffee shop, community coffee provider and public-facing roasting operation. It continues to provide local residents with roasted-to-order, farm-to-cup coffee aimed at improving lives.
the farm-to-cup operation, an experience Georgia: the storefront cafe is housed inside the warehouse and roasting facility, strategically fenced in by a 40-foot, custom-built bar that allows you to enjoy your favorite drink or grab a bag of fresh beans while watching the coffee roasting process just a few feet away.
Keenan has expanded and evolved the business to become a beautification and relaxation destination “that will leave you looking and feeling fabulous,” he said. “In fact, Clark Salon & Spa is the only full-service salon and spa in Georgia that offers floatation therapy with wave float rooms.”
Keenan and his dad Billy, who started businessthein 1978.
Salon owner Keenan Clark has worked hard building this business - started by his father, Billy Clark in July 1978 - to be the best it can be. In 2001, the salon was relocated from Atlanta to Cherokee County.
The ultimate relaxation and restorative experience is a 60-minute float followed by a massage or facial. A day at the spa package includes a float, massage, facial, pedicure and an organic smoothie from Harvest Moon.
Clark Salon & Spa is a fully certified Schwarzkopf Color salon.
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Clark Salon & Spa is a full-service salon and spa that takes care of guests across North Georgia. Proudly serving the Woodstock and Canton communities for 21 years, Clark Salon & Spa has a team of more than 20 skilled professionals consisting of stylists, nail technicians, massage therapists and estheticians.
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Always committed to using the best color in the industry, Keenan chooses Schwarzkopf Color with no hesitation.
Float Your Cares Away Floatation therapy is a unique way to find relief from stress, sore or tired muscles, chronic pain, or even the negative news of the day. Keenan explained the process: “You’ll float your cares away in your own float room in 10 inches of water with 1,000 pounds of pharmaceuticalgrade epsom salt. The water is heated to skin temperature at 93.3 degrees. You can choose to float with relaxing spa music and soothing LED light, or in total darkness and silence (the classic way to float).”
“In my 20 years of being a hair colorist, it’s definitely the best hair color I’ve ever worked with,” Keenan Clark Salon & Spa
Schwarzkopf Color was developed by colorists for colorists, and the team of professionals prides itself on using the award-winning hair color line as well as other top-notch product lines, such as R+Co and Moroccan Oil.
From left, salon manager and nail technician Alison Martin; stylist, manager and educator Sarah McNeely; stylist and educator Kara Ho-On.
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• Your hair color should enhance and complement your complexion and reduce unwanted lines.
Having your hair color done by a professional colorist should make you look younger. It is probably the fastest, least expensive, most effective, painless and harmless anti-aging service available to us. I always tell people that having your hair color done correctly can take 10 years off your appearance.
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New members to the Clark Salon team from left: Amber, Tori, Hannah and Danelle.
“There are many benefits to being part of our team. We offer an apprenticeship program for new students, and we have a career path with trackable promotions,” he said. “We provide in-house education and cover half the cost of any outside education. We do one-on-one monthly coaching to establish and hit goals with the support of myself and two managers.” In addition to encouraging the employees’ professional goals, Keenan promotes personal well-being and development by offering weekly pay periods, free floatation therapy and gym membership reimbursement to OneLife Fitness. Keenan is most proud of the company’s matching 401(k) Followingplan.in his father’s footsteps, Keenan believes taking good care of his employees is the secret to his success. “I care more about the hearts of my team members than anything else,” he said. “We are always hiring. You just need to be nice and coachable.”
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• Lighten your hair color one level with each decade of life. This will keep you looking younger and keep the contrast of regrowth less noticeable.
Keenan is proud of Clark Salon & Spa’s culture; he cited many reasons for the excellent employee retention.
• Your color should not be darker around your face, but a level lighter for anti-aging and softness.
For career opportunities or questions about hair and skin care, Keenan said, “We would love to meet you. Come in for a tour anytime; we’d love for you to make Clark Salon & Spa your new salon home.”
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• Your hair should remain healthy and shiny when your color is done correctly.
Keenan Clark’s Tips For Perfect Hair Color said about the Schwarzkopf line. “It keeps the hair healthy and shiny. It controls unwanted brassy tones or creates vibrant reds that actually last better than any color I’ve ever seen. The longevity of the color line is excellent and so is the gray coverage.”
• Your colorist should never overlap permanent color on your hair. I have built my clientele and reputation by specializing in single process gray coverage. Each of my single process clients leaves my chair with dimension that looks highlighted. You don’t have to pay for a highlighting service if your single process is done right. Having gray hair actually can work in your favor when you use your gray to be your highlights. I often see gray-coverage customers highlighted unnecessarily. There are definitely certain looks and scenarios that only can be achieved by highlighting, but the more gray or white hair you have, the less highlighting is necessary to have a beautiful dimensional hair color. For examples of dimensional hair color without lightening the hair, go to #clarksalonsingleprocess on Instagram. If you’d like a consultation, it would be our pleasure to sit down with you and talk hair. I’d like to invite you to see and experience the difference in hair color done right at Clark Salon & Spa. We look forward to serving you.
K is for Karastan. This brand offers top-of-theline products, excellent quality and something for everybody: carpet, hardwoods and LVP. Wood and Carpet, to Luxury Vinyl Plank s
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D is for distressed. The intentional scratching, scraping and/or gouging of a flooring surface to create an aged look. These processes might involve wire brushing, sculpting and scraping the floor. Doing so results in a floor with a lot of texture and character. Very practical for active homes with kids and pets; it hides scratches and dings.
B is for Berber , a style of carpet that consists of multiple small loops that are not cut, but rather woven together.
J is for Janka, a scale that measures the strength of hardwood materials. This test determines the amount of force it takes to drive a .444-inch steel ball into a solid plank of wood. The Janka rating is helpful in determining how easily a floor will indent. (The Janka hardness test does not measure scratch resistance. All wood floors will scratch, no matter the score on the Janka scale.)
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E is for Exceptional II, a popular carpet, made by DreamWeaver. It is stain-resistant, durable and perfect for clients putting their home on the market (or for rooms that don’t get heavy use).
Elisabeth Stubbs is one of the owners of Enhance Floors & More, one of Atlanta’s top-rated flooring dealers, located in Marietta. Kids are back in school, learning their ABCs. Did you know there are ABCs of flooring, too? Read on to learn about some of my favorite floors. Next month, we’ll finish the alphabet with more of my favorite flooring terms.
Tile and
C is for Carrara. A type of natural stone from marble quarries in Carrara, Italy, it is found in varying hues of white and gray. The background of this marble tile is whitish gray, and it has linear, thin and feathery veining patterns.
G is for Georgia, because most of the carpet in the world is made right here in Georgia. Approximately 75% of all carpet and rugs are made in and around Dalton (https://bit.ly/3QDYj9i). When you purchase carpet, you support our state’s economy.
A is for area rugs. An area rug is simply a carpet that is finished around the edges, often much smaller than the dimensions of a room. Available in a variety of sizes and patterns, an area rug can easily be moved.
F is for French oak. Literally wood grown in France, French oak floors have a very high tannin content, which reacts better in the aging process, giving the wood a beautiful patina and time-worn look.
I is for Inhaus Sono Eclipse, one of my favorite luxury vinyl plank (LVP) brands. It is waterproof, family- and pet-friendly, easy to clean, and stain-, fadeand scratch-resistant. Available in wood and tile looks, what’s not to love?
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H is for Happy Floors, a go-to line of Europeancrafted porcelain and ceramic tiles and mosaics.
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Football Head Coach Josh Shaw
For the first time in three years, following the departure of Elite 11 quarterback AJ Swann, the Warriors’ offense will have a new trigger man, Tanner Savasir. Also new to Cherokee will be Offensive Coordinator Kevin Burnette Jr., who is coming from Kell High School and has fit in seamlessly.
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Volleyball Head Coach Marissa Lakes-Williams
The Warriors are looking to build upon a very successful 2021 season, in which the team finished 34-8, made the state playoffs for the second consecutive season and made a final four appearance. The Lady Warriors return 11 of 17 this season and rely on six seniors to lead the way: Ashley Lyen, Ansley Gulledge, Emma O’Bryant, Brooklyn Ashworth, Eden Lindsey and Shea Ross. All-region selections Brin Chestnut and Sophie Lyen also are vital. The Warriors will be looking to improve upon third place in Region 5-AAAAAAA. The Warriors look to compete against a very competitive, new, aligned Region 5-AAAAAAA, which includes reigning state champion Walton, North Cobb, Kennesaw Mountain, Wheeler and Osborne. The program is continuing to reach new heights, with more than 50 young women participating this season. Volleyball is the fastest growing female sport in the country, and the team would love to see as many spectators in the stands as possible.
The 2022 Warrior softball team is coming off its best season since 2008. They made it to the final four before falling to Mill Creek. The team is looking to build on that finish after losing only three players to graduation. The team will compete in Region 5-AAAAAAA, against Kennesaw Mountain, North Cobb, Osborne, Walton andTheWheeler.Warriors return a talented roster, including seven seniors: pitcher Madison Bowden, infielder Kaley Crane, utility Anna Kurto, infielder and allstate player Lottie Landmesser, catcher and all-state player Natalie Maleitzke, pitcher/utility Kenleigh Spence and outfielder Celan Trowers. Cherokee will lean heavily on experience in offense and defense, with four juniors: catcher Emma Harlow, pitcher/outfielder and all-state player Elyse Kresho, and infielders Chloe Manders and Emma Pesavento.Atpitcher, Kresho and Spence will lead the way. Sophomore Mac Pavese returns at the leadoff spot and looks to play a key role in the outfield. Several newcomers to the varsity team, who will provide depth to the roster, include sophomores Ady Kurto and Sophie Ray, as well as freshmen Allissa Hart and Kayla“WeDavis.arelooking forward to a fun and rewarding season,” Carlisle said. “These ladies work tirelessly at their skills and are ready to compete. They are extremely focused on finishing what we started last season. We look forward to the upcoming season and the opportunity to proudly represent our school and our program on the field, in the classroom and in the community.”
The offense replaces eight starters, but, what they lack in experience, they make up for in talent. Joining Savasir in the backfield will be juniors Larry Dasher and Tre Walton. They will be more than capable of carrying the load from the running back position.Junior Pops Jameson and senior Peyton Butler are two returners at wide receiver, who should have breakout seasons. Joining them will be Weston Bergman, Wyatt Lucas, Wyatt Tash, Jayce Jones and Gracen Sexton — all had a great off-season.
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Having made the playoffs for the fourth season in a row, for the first time in program history, the Warriors look to extend that streak to five. It will be a change of pace this season as the Warriors change regions and are the only Cherokee County team in the same region with Kennesaw Mountain, North Cobb, Osborne, Walton and Wheeler. The nonregion schedule isn’t any easier, as the Warriors open with perennial power Cartersville, followed by three other Cherokee County teams and West Forsyth.
Softball Head Coach Tonya Carlisle
There are high expectations for returning runners Lexi Pavese (girls team) and Seth Grogan (boys team).
The public is invited to support both squads at the Pride of Cherokee cheer competition Oct. 8 at Cherokee High School. The teams are looking forward to a successful season!
Cross-Country Head Coach Georgy Anderson Anderson is excited to step in as the head cross-country coach for the Warriors’ 2022 season. She comes to the program after finishing out her fifth season as the head track and field coach, with two individual state champions, a girls third-place state championship title, and more than 15 individual region championship titles.
The lone returner on the offensive line is senior Jayron Tercero, who is moving from guard to center. Left tackle transfer Michael Pugachow has been a huge addition, and he will be joined up front by Dawson Buice, Alan Ortega, Patrick Crowley and Gabe Payne.
The girls program includes Miyah Thomas, Briley Ittel, Lucia Peterson, Aresli Velasquez and Catlyn Thaman.Thevarsity girls squad also should be competitive, with the additions of Lyla Frady, Sam Lehocky and Lexi Price.
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Cheer Head Coach Maddie Wheeler
Grogan returns from the 2021 season as a junior and continues improving and dropping times with each competitive race. He finished out a strong track season with a fifth-place finish at the track and field county championships and fifth at the region championships, both in the 3200. As a young runner in last year’s cross-country season, Grogan finished a strong fourth at regions, Top 10 in the county championships and Top 25 in the GHSA State Championships.
Pavese returns from a very competitive and successful track season, finishing third in the 1600, with a time of 5:03, at the Georgia High School Association (GHSA) State Championships, and seventh in the 3200, with a personal record of 11:05. She has several region and county titles under her belt, and the team is excited to see how this senior will finish out her high school cross-country career.
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For the 2022 season, the team is expecting Grant Driscoll, Josh Snyder, Andrew Solano, Luke Rusbridge and Peyton Allen to be contenders for finishing out the varsity squad.
Cherokee’s competition cheer program returns with varsity and junior varsity squads. This year, the JV team will be competing in the coed division. The varsity squad coaches are Maddie Wheeler and Carson O’Bryant. Abbie O’Bryant and Natalie Patterson coach the JV squad. The JV program is excited about the new coed division. Claire Green leads the team with her positive attitude and encouraging words. She always has a smile on her face and pushes herself and her teammates to be better.
The linebacker corps will be led by senior Kyan Simmons. Coming off a fantastic junior campaign, Simmons should be an all-state candidate. Joining him at linebacker will be three-sport athlete Chase Montgomery, as well as returner Daniel Young. Brayden Nuckolls and Jason Marano will see their fair share of playing time, as Thewell.secondary returns 2021 state long jump champion Ryane Martin Jr. at corner. He will be joined by Jayce Jones, Semaj Burley and Canyon Lewis. At safety, Zi Johnson flips from offense to defense, while Cayden Hilliard and Matt Caskey are vying for the otherKickerspot.Reed Chandley will be a huge weapon, with a range well beyond 40 yards and the ability to put his kickoffs in the end zone. He also will handle punts. The team is looking for a big year out of long snapper Spencer Radnoti, as well.
Once again, the line will be the anchor of the Warriors defense. Led by college prospect Javon Hobson, there are several talented players up front. George Bogdady, JD Burn, Keynon Hunter, Levi Shedd and Chris Lindeborg also will make their share of plays.
Varsity is returning as two-time reigning region champions. This season’s goal is to keep the region title and improve in state placement. Leaders on the varsity team are Mackenzie Pruett and Kate Dufour. Both of these talented athletes come to practice ready to work and constantly encourage their teammates. Sophomore Virginia Fraley easily stepped into a leadership role in her second year on varsity. The varsity team has a strong bond and is dedicated to the sport.
Rounding out this group of seniors, who are 125-9 as varsity players, are Catherine Brumbeloe, Emily Brown, Callie Gaddis and Charlotte Ambrose. They will play an important part on this team, which is positioned to continue the same level of success that the program has enjoyed.
The defensive line could turn out to be one of the stronger units on the field, with Brady Curl, Ty Moores, Jimmy Anderson, Temitayo Ogundele, Cole Jordan and Ean Marria working in the rotation.
The team has a core of returning seniors that could make for an exciting season and, hopefully, a return to the playoffs: Quarterback Mary Hobbs, running back Maya McRae and wide receiver Caroline Grayeski will be leading an explosive offense, which should score frequently. Other returning players, such as Clair Williams, will play a huge role in punting and defense.
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On defense, five starters return: nose guard Brady Curl, safeties Jackson Hancock and Bretton Darling, outside linebacker Rowan Steele and corner Ridley Joseph.
Flag Football Head Coach Andy Maxwell
I am excited about having the opportunity to take over for Emily Goodson this season. Sequoyah had tremendous success the first year under Goodson, making it to the state finals. Having coached football for many years, I look forward to making the transition to flag football.
There are high expectations for the 2022 season. Coming off a 50-4 year and the second state finals appearance in three years, this group of nine seniors is hungry to finish their careers on a high note.
With the fast-paced offense led by senior setter and threetime all-state performer Taylor Pecht, the Chiefs are looking to continue their ability to score. All-state players Rosa Fisher and Sara Siefert return as kill leaders. Sydney Huyck also will be called upon to score from the outside hitter position.
Offensive tackle is where newcomers Carter Ligetti, Brady Curl and Will Scott will battle it out for two spots, to see who will start Game 1.
On offense, the big question mark is who will be at quarterback. Currently, there are four players working hard to take the position. Although Jaxon Nesbitt and Hunter Scoggins have taken big strides in leading the Chiefs’ offense, there are a lot of things still to be decided before a starter can be named.
We also have a core of talented upcoming freshmen, led by Rain McRae, which should round out an exciting team this year.
Defensively, three-time all-state member Skylar Martin will anchor the team from the libero position. The Chiefs are not the tallest group, but they take pride in playing scrappy defense.
At wide receiver, the Chiefs have returning starter Cameron Massey, as well as Alex Conti and Ridley Joseph, to anchor the passing game.
Although the Chiefs will be playing in the hardest classification for volleyball, the team is focused and will strive to maximize its talents and efforts.
Volleyball Head Coach John Edwards
The linebacker position could be the biggest question mark on defense, with Rowan Steele being the only returning starter. The following players are all fighting to fill the remaining
Sequoyah’s most experienced group on the field will be the offensive line, which has four returning starters in guards Jimmy Anderson and Temitayo Ogundele, as well as Ty Moores at tight end and Dmitri Morris at center.
The 2022 Sequoyah Chiefs could be one of the best teams we have had in several years. The Chiefs look to find a way to get back into the state playoffs, which they have missed the past three seasons while playing one of the hardest schedules in theThecounty.Chiefs’ winged-t offense will have experienced ball handlers in running backs Jackson Hancock, Tyler Bell, Cruz Wright and Asante Chimanda, all returning after playing significant time last season.
The varsity girls, 2021 Region 7 6A runner-up and state qualifiers, will be a team to watch in 2022. Returning five of seven sixth-place state team members, minus graduates Susanna Rogers and Morgan Freeman, they are looking to make their third consecutive appearance at state. Ella Grace Cothren, Stella Waites, Rylee Fisher, Peyton Harper, Blakely Freeman and Reece Harper are excited to welcome the new freshman members. Freshmen to watch are Rebekah Rogers, Eleni Giannopoulos and Abigail Reiner.
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The atmosphere around the team is exciting, and everyone is working hard to make this year
The top 16 teams from Georgia will advance to the state championship in Macon on Nov. 11.
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insidesuccessful!and outside linebacker positions: Taiwo Ogundele, Christopher Jordan, Walker Beck, Andrew Zablotny and Nathan Prewett.
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Cheer Head Coach Cassie Pichon Assistant Coach Ashlyn Grummer
The Lady Chiefs are returning a strong group of seniors who finished in the Elite 8 last year. New coach Lisa Chapman has high expectations, and believes the team can return to Columbus! This year’s team will rely on strong pitching in the circle from the senior duo of Ava Fouts and Allison Sparkman, along with a strong core of returning starters — Reagan Hill, Emma Brinkman, Brylee Burns, Madison Gant and Whitney Scherer.
Softball Head Coach Lisa Chapman
The secondary is another strong area this season, with three returning starters: Jackson Hancock and Bretton Darling at the safety positions and Ridley Joseph at corner. Others battling for playing time in the secondary will be Cantrell Davis, Tyler Bell, Jacob Chastain and Cam’ron Walker. The Chiefs’ kicking game should be solid, with returning punter Daniel Cruz holding down kicking and punting duties.
Cross-Country Head Coach Corinne Ingram, Assistant coaches Jason Lathbury and Jon Kendall
The season looks promising if the Chiefs can fill in all of the open spots and find a way to navigate through a very difficult schedule, with region opponents in Rome, Allatoona, Creekview and River Ridge, as well as newly added 6A teams Woodstock and Etowah. But, they also will play nonregion opponents Lambert, Rabun Gap, Cedartown and Cherokee. If the Chiefs can find a way to be in the running for a playoff spot by the end of the season, they should be battle-tested and ready to make a playoff run.
The Sequoyah Varsity Competition team will compete in four regular season competitions. Then, they will head to Warner Robins to compete in 6A region and state sectionals.
The Chiefs are coming off an undefeated season in 2021. This year’s team has a bright future, with strong leadership from five amazing seniors: Emma Blackmon, Bailey Combs, Alyssa Geist, Lauren Grays and Kathryn Thompson. These seniors lead this team with their skill set as well as their attitude and work ethic; they also are members of the Football Sideline Gold Squad.
The Chiefs are ready for another amazing season in 2022. Coming off a successful 2021 season, the varsity boys, Region 7 6A champions and fourth-place state finishers, will return five of the seven team members. The team will miss Josh Helms and Aiden Ingram, who graduated, but leaders Jake Labasi, Brock Freeman, Nathan Valles, Jack Tucker and Clay Tucker will be returning with hopes of a third run at state and taking another podium spot! Runners to watch for in the upcoming season are Christian Roush, Clint Schuler and many new team members who are showing great potential.
The team also is excited to see several younger players have continued success after their rookie year. Last year was the first year for many of the players. The Grizzlies are excited to build on their experience with the solid foundation established last year and the possibilities for new schemes this year.
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Head Coach Jessica Estes
The Creekview softball team is looking to make a return trip to Columbus after finishing the 2021 season with an elite eight appearance at state and winning the 7-AAAAAA region championship. The team will be looking to reload, with a cast of eight returners and several newcomers, after losing seven seniors from last year’s team. This team will continue to compete and keep a winning tradition alive for the Grizzlies.
After the graduation of a record-breaking senior class, the Grizzlies are motivated and ready to continue in the footsteps of past successes. Seniors Sophie Duckworth, Lexie Warshaw and Avery Petzinger, along with varsity returners Sarah Richardson, Jordan Markley and Addy Estep, will be joined by many fresh faces that are full of heart, motivation, energy, hard work and positivity. The coaching staff is looking forward to putting these pieces together to create success for these Grizzlies, in hopes of continuing their run to the state playoffs. Go Grizzlies!
Softball Head Coach Jen Maloney
On the defensive side of the ball, the Grizzlies return a solid core of starters from last season’s group, who allowed an average of less than 13 points per game. All-state linebacker Isaac Hubert will lead the way in 2022. Junior linebacker Reed Anderson is expected to have a great year, as well.
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Creekview opens with a strong nonregion schedule, including Cambridge, Calhoun, Hillgrove and North Forsyth. Once region play starts, it will not get any easier, with county foes River Ridge, Sequoyah, Etowah and Woodstock, as well as state powers Allatoona and Rome.
Flag Football Head Coach Julie Coker
As reigning area champions, the team is excited about the upcoming flag football season. While the Grizzlies graduated a number of key players, they have excellent athletes returning to the team this year. The team has a group of experienced senior players, including Rachel Malloy and Allison Cantrell, who played on both offense and defense last season. The leading interceptor, Brooke Mello, returns for her senior year.
The defensive line returns seven players with varsity experience and will look to be the strength of the defense. The Grizzlies’ defense has set a high standard in recent years and will look to uphold it again in 2022.
The Grizzlies certainly have all the tools to make a run for the region championship and Georgia High School Association playoffs. They should be an exciting group to watch in 2022.
The Grizzlies are coming off a second consecutive playoff appearance in 2021 and look to improve in the 2022 season. Williams is entering his fourth season leading the Grizzlies, and the team returns a host of talented players from last year’s squad, including eight starters on defense and four on offense. Multiple players saw varsity action in 2021. In order for the Grizzlies to have the season they want to have, leaders must step up and take the reins from last year’s very talented and mature senior class. Offensively, the Grizzlies will have new faces at almost every skill position. The lone returner out wide is junior tight end Michael Roach. However, the Grizzlies have a talented quarterback who appeared in eight games a year ago in Austin Guest. The wide receiver group will be anchored by senior Cam Lusk. Juniors Lee Brock, Cal Schubert and sophomores Jackson Stanley and Griffin Latimer will look to make their mark on the most prolific position group in Creekview football history. The offensive line will be a strength, featuring returners Andrew Rosinski, Pierson Sears and Cam Mears.
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All members of Creekview’s competition cheerleading program are thrilled to take on the 2022-23 season. Both the varsity and junior varsity teams have plentiful talent with returners and new athletes.
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The boys are led by senior Dillon Berger, who is coming off a great track season this spring with impressive times in both the 1600- and 3200-meter distances. Also, keep an eye on newcomer Malachi Burnett, an incoming freshman who aims to make a big impact this year after an incredible track season this past spring.
The Grizzlies are ready to begin the 2022 cross-country season with new and returning athletes who will make a big impact on both the boys and girls teams. The boys are coming off a Top 5 finish at the state meet, and the girls have added many new faces who will be exciting to watch this season.
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Another key newcomer will be freshman Madeleine Moss, who was very impressive during her eighth-grade cross-country and track seasons. Fellow freshman McKenna Lamp is coming off an impressive track season and has the ability to make a big impact thisKeyseason.returners for the Grizzlies include senior Adrienne Jocke, Teagan Lamp, Lauren Fath, Megan Johnson, Rilynn Price, Rhyleigh Hendrix, Hannah Lalle, Gina Ross, Lydia Klements and Grayson Furman. These ladies look to make an impact running varsity for the 2022 Grizzlies.
Cross-Country Head Coach Kirk Scharich Assistant coaches Mike Higgins, Kathy McTyre, Jennifer Merges and Madi Sykes
Another key newcomer will be Kyle Keil, who will be a great addition to the varsity boys team. Key returners include Corey Bonham, Will Stacy, Donovan Ball, Ben Owens, Myles Merges and Fernando Arriola.
It will be exciting to watch the girls team grow. Katelynn Dollar, who was named the Georgia Gatorade Runner of the Year, with a 17:30 5K, joined Creekview in January; she made a big impact already during the track season. The team looks for her to make a run for a state title in 6A this fall.
The varsity is coached by Koes and assistant Coach Carleigh Shipley, who are starting their fourth year coaching the program. The varsity team will be following the leadership of seven seniors: Regan Brauer, Addison Spell, Ansley Hughes, Mary Grace Wilkie, Easton Wetcher, Annie Collis and Piper Goeman. They have been in the program for all four years of high school — a true group of committed leaders.
The varsity is entering this season as the reigning region and 6A state champions. The varsity team remains strong, with 15 returners and only two first-year varsity athletes. The team includes five juniors, four sophomores and one freshman. While the team is hoping to retain the titles from last year, this team has made it known that commitment to teammates and hard work is its utmost priority.
The JV team is coached by Alyson Audler, who is starting her second year. The team has nine returning sophomores. They also welcome 11 freshmen.
The JV team is excited to continue in the coed division. The team hopes to improve the skills in its routine from last year. Each year, the team reaches for higher goals. They are excited to see if they can meet their goals and exceed expectations.
JV will participate in four competitions and varsity will participate in six competitions this fall, with the state championship in November. “As a coach, I am so privileged to be working with such a great group of athletes and an outstanding program that I call a family,” Koes said. “I am so excited to watch these athletes continue the tradition of excellence this season.
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as shares are vested. It is common for those receiving equity compensation to receive grants each year, which could lead to having a large exposure to your company stock. A concentrated stock position can add risk to a personal financial plan. On the vesting date, shareholders have the option to keep or sell some or all of their shares. Leading up to the vesting date, ask yourself: If someone handed you cash instead of shares on that date, would you buy ABC stock, diversify, or use the cash for other life Investorsgoals?may hold on to the shares because it’s easy, as they already own the shares. That’s probably a better answer than selling and spending frivolously, but, many times, selling and diversifying is a better option.
If William leaves the company, he loses any RSUs that have not vested. This is why RSUs may be a good retention strategy for employers. If William expects to receive grants of ABC stock each year, that might impact his decision to sell and diversify
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RSUs are taxed upon vesting, not at the grant date. William will pay ordinary income tax each year as shares are vested. William’s shares will fluctuate in value with ABC’s stock price. If ABC is worth $50 per share on the vesting date, William’s stock will be worth $6,250, before taxes. If the share price is $25, William’s stock will be $3,125, before taxes.
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Let’s review an example. William is employed by ABC, a publicly traded car manufacturing company. ABC thinks William has been doing a great job and gives him 500 RSUs as part of his 2022 bonus. The RSUs vest 25% per year, over the next four years. So, in 2023, 125 shares of ABC stock will be vested, at which point William can keep the shares, sell them, or any combination in between.
While pensions have become a thing of the past, many employers continue to use restricted stock units (RSU) and other forms of equity compensation, to incentivize and retain employees. A RSU is the right to receive stock after you’ve satisfied any conditions imposed by a company (usually a period of time, like remaining employed by the company for four years).
After opening in December 2020, it didn’t take Andy and Penny long to make a difference. Evan Ingram of the Goshen Foundation and Marcie Smith from The Children’s Haven are quick to sing their “Eggspraises.Up Grill has been an amazing partner to Goshen Valley since coming
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That spirit of servanthood inspires Penny and Andy to make sure their restaurants are happy places, where each guest and employee is treated like family. The food and drinks are carefully crafted, offering flavors and freshness you can see, smell and taste, Andy said. “From the smell of fresh coffee brewing to our classic all-American meals, we happily offer food and drinks that make our guests happy.”
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“We were honored to partner with Eggs Up Grill, not just for a fundraising event, but also for an opportunity to raise awareness during Child Abuse Prevention Month,” Marcie said. “Successful prevention efforts take a village; Eggs Up Grill stepped up to play a role, serving as an awesome example to our community. We’re so grateful for their partnership, support, hearts for the kids we serve, and their delicious food.”
Eggs Up Grill owners Penny and Andy Wright are happy to be serving delicious breakfast and brunch dishes in Canton, and, even more than that, they’re fulfilling their goal to be a meaningful part of the community.
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“We love to serve our guests and to serve and support each other. We are part of the community, people you know and trust, providing friendly smiles, warm welcomes and genuine hospitality,” Penny said. “Come on in, have a seat, feel at home and share a smile. We’re glad you’re here and honored to serve you.”
A shared love and experience in connecting and serving people has more than equipped the Wrights for thisPennyventure.has a master’s degree in public administration, was a professional firefighter/paramedic, spent time in ministry, and most recently, as a community engagement manager for a nonprofit.Andyhas a degree in finance and a master’s degree in management of technology. Before Andy joined Eggs Up Grill as CFO in 2018, he was CFO of a large boutique fitness concept. Earlier in his career, he held positions in companies providing global technology, extended stay hotels and a South Carolina-based hospitality group.
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According to the National Cancer Institute, ovarian cancer will be diagnosed in approximately 1.5%, or 1 in 71, women in their lifetime. September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, and it’s a good reminder to schedule your annual appointment with your OB-GYN. Because most women do not experience any symptoms of ovarian cancer, it’s important to be in tune with your body and feel comfortable talking to your doctor about any changes. While ovarian cancer is harder to detect than other cancers, there are some symptoms women can watch out for, especially if they persist for two weeks or longer: bloating, pelvic or abdominal pain, back pain, enlargement or swelling of the abdomen, inability to eat normally, unexplained weight loss, urinary frequency or incontinence, constipation, feeling tired and indigestion.
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For women past menopause age, in addition to an ultrasound, your doctor may recommend a blood test that measures the amount of CA 125 in your blood. An increased CA 125 level may be a sign of ovarian cancer in women past menopause.
The IRS shut down much of its collection arm again early this year. For the rest of this year, a dramatic return to collection enforcement and many mailed tax notices are expected.
1. Generally, the IRS only requires you to file the most recent six years of returns, 2016 to 2021 this year.
The IRS can file your return for you and send you the bill. Usually, the tax will be greater than it would have been had you filed it yourself.
If you’re worried about going it alone, a tax professional can help you navigate a confusing maze of laws and protect your appeal rights after returns have been filed and assessed.
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Epithelial ovarian cancer has four stages. Usually, surgery to remove the uterus and ovaries is performed. Sometimes, lymph nodes and tissue from the abdomen may be removed as well. Surgery may be followed by chemotherapy, depending on the cancerMoststage.ovarian cancers develop after menopause, but younger women are not exempt. About one-third of women who get ovarian cancer are younger than 55. About 1 in 10 ovarian cancers are in women younger than 45 (https://wb.md/3vmOqok). It’s important for women of all ages to see their OB-GYN for an annual exam and to discuss any unusual symptoms. Like all cancers, the earlier it’s caught, the better the prognosis.
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Inflation is ravaging the economy, in part due to actions taken last year by Congress. Last year alone, Congress passed a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package and a $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill, thereby pumping huge sums of money into the economy and causing demand for goods and services to exceed supply. Yet, even as inflation reaches a 40-year-high, the Senate is on the verge of passing House Bill 5376, the Build Back Better Act (https://bit.ly/3JtUktk), which would extend Affordable Care Act subsidies and overhaul Medicare.
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Lawmakers claim that this bill won't exacerbate inflation — that the legislation will reduce inflation by cutting federal spending on Medicare drugs by more than the cost of the Obamacare subsidies. However, the bill would appropriate tens of billions of dollars in new spending on subsidies that Congress created in 2021, as part of the $1.9 trillion relief package. And, that spending would occur almost immediately. In contrast, most of the Medicare changes don't kick in until 2025 or later. So, the bill would prove inflationary in the short term. As most Americans know, pump prices skyrocketed nearly 50% in the past year (https://bit.ly/3vE1JAy). Meanwhile, grocery prices jumped 12.4% between June 2021 and June 2022, the biggest year-on-year gain on record (https://bit.ly/3BD1N7G).
Rep. Charlice Byrd represents Georgia House District 20. If you have any feedback, call 404-557-2218, email charlice.byrd@house.ga.gov or engage on Facebook.
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The Federal Reserve has been hiking interest rates in a belated effort to get a grip on inflation. That's something the Fed has to do, but that doesn't mean it isn't painful. The U.S. economy contracted by 1.6% the first quarter of this year, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Inflation is running 9.1% nationwide (https://bit. ly/3OSrpjW), but Georgians are feeling some of the worst pain. In May, the inflation rate in Atlanta topped 10%, the second highest of any metropolitan area in the country (https://bit. ly/3zUhCFQ).InarecentIpsos poll, 32% of Americans listed "the economy, unemployment or jobs" as the most important issue facing the country — outpacing crime, a distant second at 10%. Folks in Georgia are especially focused on inflation: In a June Quinnipiac University poll, 41% of Georgians named inflation as the top issue facing the state. Cherokee County residents need our U.S. senators to support the interests of taxpayers by opposing the Build Back Better Act.
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• Leadership development. An ongoing endeavor addressed through personally modeled mentorship and regular community service projects. Presently, Bible studies are offered in high schools.
3. Explore trip opportunities. Learn more about 12-day mission trips by contacting Karen at 770-715-3467, or emailing Visitkaren@hope2africa.com.https://hope2africa.com for more information. Hope2Africa Vice President Karen Dingess, left, and President Becky Harris visit families in the Mkholombe squatter camp.
The mission at Hope2Africa (H2A) is to pour the love of God into desperately impoverished youths in South Africa, to equip them to share the good news of the Gospel, and to raise up a generation of godly“Ourleaders.focus is to go deep instead of wide. Our desire is for the children to know and understand: We see you. We love you. You matter,” said Becky Harris, H2A president and founder. “Being seen and having someone believe in you can do wonders for your life. God is transforming lives through ourOnministry.”theU.S. side, Harris leads H2A in Cherokee County alongside her best friend, Vice President Karen Dingess. Together, they serve in the south coast area of Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa. Since they launched the ministry in 2007, they have taken 49 U.S. teams on mission trips there.
Susan Schulz is a Bible teacher and mentor who lives and plays on the Etowah River in Canton. Connect with her on social media or at susanbrowningschulz.com.
Over the last 15 years, the ministry has expanded, first by raising up indigenous leaders. There are nine young men and women on H2A staff, and two are seminary graduates. H2A invests in South African communities in the following ways:
Staff members visit the homes of Hope2Africa families to share the love of Christ and pray.
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If you would like to be a part of H2A, there are three ways to get involved and stay connected:
1. Join the weekly prayer team. Text the word “Prayer” to 833-413-0480 to receive a Sunday morning prayer request and update.
• My Brother’s Table. This carpentry training program for young men has a holistic approach. They learn a trade and are mentored in life and job skills and everyday responsibilities. They also perform outreach in the community, providing tables for families. With the food instability crisis, they provide garden tools needed to grow food.
• Art Performance Youth Team. Every year, 22 children are chosen to be mentored, attend Bible studies, as well as plan and execute performances, three-day camps and more. These children learn the power of like-minded fellowship and gain the strength to stay on the right track.
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According to the World Population Review, South Africa is listed among the top 10 countries with the highest HIV rates. On top of this tragedy, the youth reached by H2A live in extreme poverty, and many are orphaned and regularly experience food insecurity. When H2A began, the ministry trained South African youth to share the Gospel with their community through the arts, dramatic performances and singing.
2. Sponsor a youth. Let an H2A youth know for sure that he or she is seen and loved by God through you.
Zimbili Luhlwayo (Swinky) is one of the 22 children in the performance group. She is 16 years old and is in the 11th grade. She lives in Mkholombe with her mom, aunt, siblings and cousins. She loves to play volleyball and would love to be a dermatologist one day. “My favorite thing about being in H2A is how they communicate with each other and being involved in the dramas, because it shows what happens in real life,” Zimbili said. “One of the things that makes it hard to have hope is being surrounded by negative people who influence me to have negative thoughts.”
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More than 350 youth members, from the Zulu and Xhosa tribes, and close to 60,000 people have been reached with the Gospel.
• Compassion. With prices skyrocketing, the extreme poverty these youth experience is getting worse. H2A meets the basic needs of food, clothing and shelter by providing weekly meals and quarterly groceries for families, as well as clothes and shoes for each youth member and school uniforms (when needed).
Each year, JustServe is proud to help promote this day and give communities a way to build understanding and unity through service. Here are a few opportunities close to home:
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1. Georgia Adopt-A-Stream/Rivers Alive. Help maintain a clean water supply for our community and state by joining a river cleanup this fall, including the weekend of the National Day of Service (https://bit.ly/3bnNgBY).
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I still remember where I was when I got the news of what was happening Sept. 11, 2001, in New York City; I remember the room where I stood and watched the horrific acts on television. I was a lot younger then, but I knew what I was seeing would change our nation forever. It’s hard to believe that it was more than 20 years ago, but I am happy to say that, while great tragedy took place that day, much good has come of it. Let me explain.
2. Next Step Ministries seeks to enrich the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Become an ongoing volunteer (https://bit.ly/3BBjaFO), or sign up to volunteer Oct. 1 at the Run, Walk or Roll 5K 3.(https://bit.ly/3d0KZxh).
BY SUSANNAH O. MACKAY Susannah MacKay is a local JustServe specialist. She grew up in Marietta and loves helping strengthen her community through service! Follow her on Facebook @JustServeGeorgia.
Did you know that Sept. 11 — Patriots Day — also is a National Day of Service? This event is organized by September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, a nonprofit organization with the mission to “transform the annual day of remembrance … into a worldwide day of unity and doing good.”
Show love to seniors. Honor National Day of Service as well as Grandparents Day, which also falls on Sept. 11 this year. Sign up to volunteer at an assisted living center (https://bit.ly/3JnGOYc) or a hospice program (https://bit.ly/3d1ExGf) near you. Be sure to check out these great projects and more on the JustServe website. Or, for additional ideas, join the JustServe North Georgia public Facebook group. You truly can make an impact with simple acts of service! Justserve.org is a free, nationwide website and app that works to match volunteers with nonprofit organizations and service opportunities. If you run a nonprofit, or are looking for ways to make service a regular part of your life, check out justserve.org. You can sign up for regular updates and learn more about organizations nearby, too. JustServe makes it easy to just go out and serve!
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September is Everyday Angels’ birthday month, and we are blessed to celebrate another year of serving our awesome community! Everyday Angels began work in Cherokee County in 2000. Since inception, our primary focus has been to share stories of local families facing difficult seasons of life, allowing the community to help our own. Our 22-year journey has allowed us to meet extraordinarily brave people, who, through their challenges, have inspired and blessed us. The responses from our readers remind us why we do what we do and love where we live. We also celebrate a National Day of Service this month, dedicated to recapturing the spirit, unity and compassion that inspired our nation after the attacks on 9/11, and rededicate ourselves to sustained service to our communities. We challenge our readers to look around and find a way to help someone in need, and you won’t have to look far. Based on our inbox activity, many local families are struggling and find themselves in desperate situations due to increases in cost of living. Just one month into the school year, we have been contacted by counselors who already have identified families who have no power, water, or enough funds for gasoline to get to work. There are so many that we cannot help them all and must turn folks away. We are small, and the needs surrounding us are getting bigger. To make a donation, see information at the bottom of the page. It has been a privilege and honor to serve this wonderful and compassionate community, and we look forward to year 23 working for you. We couldn’t make a positive impact without you. Dear friends: No words can adequately express my heart to Receivingyou.your cards and letters has been one of my greatest joys. I read them almost daily and will continue to. They are always by my side, if not displayed on the bulletin board in my room. The community has become like family and my biggest cheerleaders. My recent health setback has not allowed me to move as I always vowed to do. I remain firm in my belief that movement is vital as we age — even when it’s hard. Your encouragement has always kept me going. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart, and please know how much you mean to me. May God bless you!
Everyday Angels would like to share a sweet note to our readers, especially to all who sent cards and letters to our friend, Tommy Akins. In 22 years, we never have seen anything quite like the response for Tommy. He remains in rehab, recovering from several setbacks, and your encouragement has been the sweetest thing to witness.
Your friend, Tommy
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Everyday Angels is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving Cherokee County since 2000. To make a tax deductible donation, visit www.everydayangels. info to donate via Paypal, or send your donations to: Everyday Angels, PMB 380, 1025 Rose Creek Drive, Suite 620, Woodstock, GA 30189. One hundred percent of your funds will go to the family you specify. If you know of a special need in our community, email aaeverydayangels@gmail.com.
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How can the community help?
Rob’s Rescues
I asked Michelle why she likes to foster and why people should think about doing that. She said: “There are so many abandoned cats and dogs. First, it’s important to spay and neuter to help control the animal population and not have more unwanted pets. Once the pets arrive, it’s important to love and care for them. I love cats, and this group of five reminds me of my current two adult cats when they were kittens. I was saddened by their story of being left in a laundry basket. No animal should ever be abandoned or neglected. I have the resources and love to help them, and really that’s all that is needed! They have brightened my days and will make excellent family pets. And, of course, they’ll be spayed and neutered so this cycle won’t continue.”
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Where can people find AMWB rescues?
What story do you love to tell?
Rob Macmillan is on a mission to help shelter dogs and cats. On Facebook @robsrescues. www.robsrescues.com.
We are a small rescue. We have about 20 dogs. We emphasize quality over quantity and bring dogs in that need it the most. We focus on seniors and scared dogs that really need time and effort. Every dog has a story, and we try to get to know the ones that come through our door.
The dogs we take in have their own stories, which often are pretty heartbreaking. I am a teacher by profession, and exploring stories appeals to my training and personality. We take in cats, too, from time to time. The first cat that came to AMWB was a kitten with quite a story. One day, at work, I heard meowing all day. By the end of the day, it was getting progressively weaker. I spent a long time trampling around in the bushes trying to find the source, and finally came across a little kitten that had chewed its way out of a black plastic bag. It was presumably dumped, and became my first cat resident of AMWB.
We post our available animals on our Facebook page, as well as on Adopt-A-Pet and PetFinder. We also do adoption events at Hollywood Feed in Woodstock and Petco in Acworth.
I was working at a rescue and looking to move to another that had a slightly different philosophy. There was a dog in a shelter in Chattooga County named Arnold, who caught my eye, and I felt such a connection to him. My husband said, ‘Go get him.’ I picked him up as an adoption. That rescue made me so happy. I felt it was a calling to start my own. He was the one that started it all in August 2021. How many dogs have you helped so far?
More than a hundred dogs so far. Have you always loved dogs?
I got my first dog, a husky-German shepherd mix, about 12 years ago. I got Mia, a pit bull, six years ago. She turned me from a dog person to a dog mom. I got two more pit bulls after that. Autumn, from Cobb County Animal Services, was one of them who set me on the road to fostering. I realized there were so many dogs that needed help socializing and learning how to live in a home, to set them up for a successful adoption. My first fosters were two puppies that got adopted.
How did you start the rescue?
We need fosters. Also, please share our dogs and our mission, which is to really take the time to match a potential adopter with the right dog. These foster kittens are available from Floyd Felines (www.floydfelines.org). The kittens are being fostered by Michelle Brown in Canton. From left: Marvel (female), the beautiful queen; Wanda (female), sweet and cuddly; Thanos (male), small and mighty; Panther (male), fearless; and Kate (female), aka Lady Hawkeye, the first to try everything.
Tell us about AMWB.
I interviewed Julie Reynolds, left, founder of Amazing Mutts and Wiggle Butts (AMWB), a foster-based dog rescue in Acworth. www.amazingmuttsandwigglebutts.org.
RIVE R FEST A rts & Cr a f t s Festiv a l Saturday, Sept. 24 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. All proceeds raised through this event benefit Cherokee County children in need. $5 donation at the gate See you there - rain or shine! • Free for children 10 years and younger. • Free parking and shuttle services Etowah River Park 600 Brown Industrial Pkwy No coolers, bicycles, skateboards or alcoholic beverages on site Learn more at www.serviceleague.net AROUND CANTON | September 2022 47
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Memoir “El Deafo” by Cece Bell (graphic novel)
“Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law” by Haben Girma Youth Fiction “Song for a Whale” by Lynne Kelly “Hello, Universe” by Erin Entrada Kelly Youth Historical Fiction
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If you haven’t planned to visit your local public library this month, you’re missing out on one of the biggest months of the year. September is Library Card Sign-Up Month. This year’s honorary American Library Association chairs, actress-singer Idina Menzel and author-educator Cara Mentzel, are encouraging readers of all ages to find their voice at the library by exploring free programming, access to technology and essential community services.
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To celebrate at Sequoyah Regional Library System (SRLS), anyone who applies for a library card, renews an expired account, replaces a lost card or brings a friend or family member to sign up for their own card — at any of our locations during September — will be eligible to win a library prize bag!
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SRLS is looking to the stars for a week of themed programming, Sequoyah Space Explorers, Sept. 18-24. While you’re here to receive and renew your library card(s), visitors are invited to become a Sequoyah Space Ace at a variety of fun events, including a visit from the Atlanta Astronomy Club, constellation crafts, space STEAM Nights, an introduction to astrophotography (hosted by a NASA solar system ambassador), and a special reading challenge on Beanstack (the online portal where adults, teens and children can log their library reading to earn rewards). For the full schedule, visit calendarwiz.com/sequoyahreglib and filter the calendar to display your library’s list of events.
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AdultComing-of-Age/YoungFiction “True Biz” by Sara Novic “You’re Welcome, Universe” by Whitney Gardner Nonfiction “American Sign Language Dictionary” by Martin L.A. Sternberg “Not a Sound” by Heather Gudenkauf Whether you’re hoping to learn American Sign Language, are interested in learning more about the deaf and hard-of-hearing community, or are a member of that community, here’s a list of 10 reads we think will resonate with you, available from the Sequoyah Regional Library System. In addition to the titles listed here, a variety of youth nonfiction library books are available to parents interested in explaining deafness and the use of ASL to younger readers. Nonfiction library books that teach ASL, for all ages, can be found under the call numbers 372 and 419. (That’s right, everyone: We still use your old friend the Dewey Decimal System.) Ask a library staff member for assistance.
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Happening at Your Library?
Taking place in late September is International Week of the Deaf, a celebration of the deaf and hard-of-hearing community and their culture. The Hickory Flat Public Library in Canton is partnering with instructor Susan Flores to host an American Sign Language for Beginners class, 4 p.m., Sept. 29. This class is intended for all ages, and previous knowledge of ASL is not required. Attendees can register for this program on the SRLS online calendar, Facebook page, or by calling the Hickory Flat Public Library at 770-345-7565. Readers who find themselves at the Woodstock Public Library can visit the downstairs bookstore, operated by the Friends of the Cherokee County Public Libraries, that is open for business yearround during the library’s regular service hours. On the second Friday and Saturday of each month, the Woodstock library’s bookstore holds a “live” sale featuring special items. Browse DVDs, CDs, book sets, recent releases and more. Volunteers will be present to accept payments and take donations. To make donation arrangements, contact staff@cherokeefol.org. to teach visitors about prehistoric ocean animals.
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11 Shop locally made goods at Maker’s Mash , a pop-up shop featuring local artisans, the second Sunday of the month, 1-6 p.m., at Reformation Brewery in https://visitwoodstockga.com/events.Woodstock.
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Cherokee Music Teachers Association’s first meeting of the year is set for 10 a.m. at the Hickory Flat Public Library. A potluck meal will be shared, and the year’s events will be discussed. For more information, email linda@lokey.net.
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Home of the Brave: Serving Those Who Serve Us is an opportunity to get to know our first responders, 6-8 p.m. at Crossroads Community Church in Woodstock. There will be police, fire, EMS members, and their vehicles, as well as a food and ice cream truck. www.crossroadswoodstock.org.
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Woodstock is holding a new and gently-used children's clothing and shoes drive for MUST Ministries. Donations for ages 0-18 are needed, with the greatest need for ages 10-18. Items will be accepted through Sept. 25, and can be delivered to the bin, near the church front door, marked Children's Clothing Donations. Email ruthjclark1953@comcast.net with questions.
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Holly Springs United Methodist Church’s Fall Yard Sale is 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday and 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. Collectibles, artwork, clothing, linens and more will be available both days. Furniture, hot dogs, chips, drinks and cookies will be sold only on Saturday. 770-877-0618.
Timothyhttps://bit.ly/3uuYZVR.LutheranChurch will hold a Community Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., in the lower parking lot of the church at 556 Arnold Mill Road. Shop or sell gently-used items, crafts and other trinkets. For more information, contact tlccommunitymarket@gmail.com or The770-928-2812.
10 The Woodstock Summer Concert Series wraps up with Scotty McCreery , 7:30 p.m. at Northside Hospital — Cherokee Thewww.woodstockconcertseries.com.Amphitheater.
An Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group meets the second Thursday of each month, 11 a.m., at Little River Methodist Church in Woodstock. Wheelchair accessible. 770-926-2495.
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Caffeine and Gasoline Cruise In is the second Saturday of each month, 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. in the Riverstone Walmart parking lot.
The 11th annual Taste of Woodstock , benefiting the Woodstock High School Band Program, is back at the Woodstock Arts Event Green. Local restaurants will serve tastes of their best dishes and compete in a variety of categories. Admission is free. Tickets cost 50 cents each, and packages start at $5. http://tastewoodstock.com. Photo courtesy of North Georgia State Fair.
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The inaugural ACES Youth Home Charity Golf Tournament begins with registration at 8 a.m. at Fairways of Canton. Reception and lunch, with auction and raffle prizes, will follow golf. https://bit.ly/3SB6hl5.
www.playcherokee.org Recreation Center: 770-924-7768, Aquatic Center: 678-880-4760
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OCTOBER 01 The ninth annual Run, Walk or Roll 5K starts at 8 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Woodstock. Register at Thewww.runwalkorroll.com.
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The North Georgia State Fair returns to Jim R. Miller Park in Marietta, Sept. 22-Oct. 2, 4-11 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays, 4 p.m.-midnight Fridays, 10 a.m.-midnight Saturdays and 12:30-10 p.m. Sundays. The fair features live music, free attractions and shows, farm animals, local entertainment, rides, food and more. Admission is $10 at the gate. Children 10 and younger get in free. Online discount tickets can be purchased in advance, as well as discounted books of ride tickets. www.northgeorgiastatefair.com.
24 Cherokee Golfing for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta begins with registration at 8:30 a.m. at Fairways of Canton Golf Club. Sponsorships are available. https://give.choa.org/cherokee-golf.
Center, 9 a.m.-noon, for the Cherokee Master Gardeners’ Fall Plant Sale , featuring a variety of plants, garden accessories, expert advice and more. https://cherokeemastergardeners.com.
25 Stop by the Autism Speaks Car Show Fundraiser, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at 1906 Professional Way, in Woodstock. Registration is $30 for competitors. Admission is free. 770-928-7363.
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Join the 3- and 6-Hour Mountain Bike Race at Blankets Creek trails in https://mountaingoatadventures.com/blankets6hour.Canton.
29 Join the Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Etowah River Park in Canton. Opening ceremony begins at 9 a.m. https://bit.ly/3C7dvrx.
Sept. 1 Unwind Wednesday is the first Wednesday of every month through October, 5:30-8 p.m. at Cherokee Veterans Park in Canton. Featuring a variety of food trucks, live music and more, the event will be fun for the whole family.
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Sept. 11 Paws in the Pool is back, noon-4:30 p.m., at the Cherokee County Aquatic Center. Each handler is allowed two dogs; proof of current vaccinations and spay/neuter is required. Cost is $10 per dog. There are times available for large and small dogs.
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05 Tee Off for VAC Charity Golf Tournament, to benefit Stand Up for Seniors, will be at the Golf Club at Bradshaw Farm. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. https://vac-cherokeega.org/events.
The ninth annual Northside Hospital Cherokee Auxiliary Golf Tournament will be at Fairways of Canton. Shotgun start is at 9 a.m. Breakfast, lunch and prizes for all who register. Proceeds will benefit patients, staff and the community. golf.perfectgolfevent.com.https://nhc-aux-
PoBoys Car Club’s Cruise In is the third Saturday of each month through October, 3-7 p.m., at 1447 Riverstone Parkway in Canton. Stopwww.facebook.com/poboyscarclub.bytheCherokeeCountySenior
WDSTKtoberfest in downtown Woodstock, Sept. 24-Oct. 2. Participating restaurants will offer Bavarian food and drink specials during the event. On Oct. 1, there will be a pub crawl, 2-6 p.m. visitwoodstockga.com/ wdstktoberfest.
Great Lake Allatoona Clean Up is back, and experienced boat captains and cleanup volunteers are needed. Shoreline pickup will be 9 a.m.-noon, followed by a volunteer appreciation picnic. Register to volunteer by Sept. 26. https://bit.ly/3zMQ45y.
06 Woodstock Public Safety Foundation's Charity Golf Tournament will be at BridgeMill Athletic Club in Canton. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m., and tee off is at 9 a.m. https://wdstk.ga/golf.
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24 Allen Temple Church’s Yard Sale is 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at 232 Arnold Mill Road, in Celebratewww.facebook.com/AllenTempleWoodstock.Woodstock.
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28 The Cherokee Career Expo will be 2-6 p.m. at the Northside Hospital Cherokee Conference Center in Canton. Resume review begins at 1 p.m. www.cherokeega.org/career-expo.
Sept. 17 Touch-a-Truck is 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. at Cherokee Veterans Park in Canton. Kids can get in their favorite vehicles — a firetruck, helicopter, police car and more — and meet hometown heroes. The event is free, and there will be food vendors and games. Quiet time for those with sensitive ears is 9:30-10 a.m.
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• https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/find_a_plant
Believe it or not, cooler weather hopefully is just around the corner, and that means better days to introduce shrubs and landscape plants. These lower temperatures provide a less stressful environment for planting. Your choice of plants and shrubs might be for a border, privacy, or to improve areas of your yard that already may have been damaged by pets. Other plants selected might be favored because of blooms, leaves and scent. But, adding shrubs and plants may bring adverse effects on muchlovedPetspets.like to chew, gnaw, dig, smell, nibble, taste and rub on plants. And,
Oakleaf hydrangea.
• https://extension.uga.edu/county-offices/cherokee/contact-us.html
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• American holly fruits: Toxic class 2.
According to the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension, the Department of Urban Plant Pathology and Center for Urban Agriculture, plant toxicities are categorized in four classes:
Landscape Shrubs: A Threat to Our Pets?
2. Minor toxicity. May result in vomiting or diarrhea if ingested.
4. Dermatitis. Contact with thorns or sap may result in a skin rash.
• Oakleaf hydrangea bark, flowers, leaves: Toxic class 2.
• Yew needles, bark, fruit, cones: Toxic classes 2 and 3.
• www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants
3. Oxalates. Contains juice or sap with oxalate crystals that can irritate the skin, mouth and/or throat, and cause swelling, difficulty breathing, pain and/or an upset stomach.
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of course, they love to lay or hide in places where other plants have naturalized (spread into nonnative environments). Pets also can encounter potentially threatening shrubs and plants while on a daily stroll. It is essential that we learn to recognize plants that can cause skin irritation or be toxic if ingested. Toxicity depends on the amount of a plant that has been eaten.
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Jennifer Ruscilli is a Cherokee County Master Gardener who loves gardening, wildlife and pets. She also has previous experience as a veterinary associate.
• English ivy (all parts): Toxic class 2. This article isn’t intended to be a replacement for medical advice; its purpose is to bring more awareness about the plants you are considering the next time you visit your favorite nursery or plant store. Most important, if you ever suspect your pet isn’t acting normal, or their behavior is odd, contact your veterinary doctor immediately. (It’s a good idea to add their phone number to yourNote:favorites.)Poison ivy is nontoxic to cats and dogs. However, the oils on their coats can be transmitted to humans. Wear gloves when bathing your pets, and wash all towels used with your pets. In future articles, we will look at other types of plants — holiday and ornamental — along with lawn practices that may be hazardous to your pets.
• Azalea bark, flowers, fruits, leaves, roots, sap/juice, seeds, stems: Toxic classes 2 and 3.
• Boxwood leaves: Toxic class 2.
1. Major toxicity. May result in serious illness or death if ingested.
Adverse effects vary from severe to mild, with even common plants causing great distress. Does this mean you can’t have a potentially toxic plant? On the contrary, just familiarize yourself with the plants mentioned below to recognize symptoms if a potential hazardous situation occurs, and keep these plants out of your pet’s reach.
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