The PAPER February 2024

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“There are no problems, only challenges.” D.J. MacHale

 Kris Youmans has your February Local & Live Music

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Gerald Kemp named Citizen of the Year

 There’s an emergency blood shortage and you can help. Visit redcrossblood.org.

Senoia Area Blood Drive is Feb. 5 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Senoia United Methodist Church Visit the Red Cross website for more locations.  Corby’s Back with Trends.  Cleaver & Cork’s Chef Josh Bratton has a Beef Wellington recipe in time for your Valentine.  Jonathan Hickman has the latest Film and Streaming

reviews. There’s one rated 10 of 10!

 Susan Crutchfield from Newnan Carnegie

has some cozy read recommendations and talk of upcoming LitFest.

 Katie Anderson’s Out and About column

features Newnan’s Historic Mill Town.

 Check out the Zen column for some good news.  Keep Newnan Beautiful’s Paper Shredding

Event is scheduled for Feb. 10.

 Super Bowl Facts before Feb. 11’s Big Game.  Newnan Leisure Services free movie event on Feb. 11.  There are 2 Oscar Themed Events …

Senoia Area Historical Society AND The Boys & Girls Club.  Sheriff Lenn Wood Kick’s Off His Campaign Feb. 22.

Look inside for info on these and other events, columns, and more!

Banker Gerald Kemp was named the 2024 Citizen of the Year (COTY) by the Kiwanis Clubs.

A senior executive with Ameris Bank, Kemp has worked extensively with youth in the Coweta County School System. He is a former president of the Newnan Rotary Club, United Way, and former chairman of Elevate Coweta.

The award honors an individual showing outstanding leadership and citizenship within the community, someone who has demonstrated exemplary vision, civic pride, and a strong commitment to a better Coweta. A total of 10 individuals were nominated this year and the nominee is selected by previous COTY winners. The 2023 winner was Cynthia Bennett.

Photos: This year’s Citizen of the Year Gerald Kemp and last year’s COTY Cynthia Bennett. Gerald Kemp with his check for Elevate Coweta. Gerald Kemp and Garnet Reynolds former COTY, Corby Winters and previous COTY Miss Norma Hayes. Kemp with his family.

The COTY award ceremony was held January 25 at the Newnan Centre.

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February, the highlights for this month are as follows: Groundhog Day, Ash Wednesday, and Valentine’s Day. Each day has their own popularity and followers. I have noticed over the years that Valentine’s Day can be beautiful or bittersweet for many. The concept and intention of Valentine’s Day is to express one’s love and desires of one’s heart.

Having experienced an extreme summer’s weather, we now seem to be experiencing extreme winter weather. Some may say that may stay with us due to climate change.

Due to my aging process, I am having to meet many challenges, sometimes daily. To help me better combat and overcome such challenges, I am studying old school philosophers such as the stoic, the very mindset of our founding fathers that were indeed constantly challenged by the school of hard knocks.

My many Books of the Month provide me with wisdom to apply to my daily life, to extract the most joy from all of life’s experiences. Extreme thinking leads to extreme experiences and amazing adventures. I am now living life to the most fullest than at any time before I moved to this state and town. I am even now in the middle of making positive changes in all areas of my daily life. I am being swept away by positive, spiritual forces day after day.

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My Book of the Month is titled “Karma” by Sadhguru. I found this book to contain much wisdom about the subject of karma, much that is often misunderstood by many, myself included. I want to point out that the author’s life and tradition is steeped in karma, and may be hard to grasp by the outside of such a common tradition. I found that I often do not want to give up my own opinions and concepts of what I came to believe karma is for me. Seems I have been known to apply such opinions and concepts to faith and religion etc. etc. Keeping an open mind helps. I am truly impressed at the way the author expressed his thoughts and ideas most clearly. Read it for yourself, accept what speaks to your heart and mind, and read it again. Next month, I shall have a new topic and essay and another Book of the Month.

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John A. Winters, Publisher, Editor john@wintersmedia.net Corby Carlin Winters, Ambassador At Large corby@wintersmedia.net

My wife needed to borrow my phone for a couple of hours.

Joey Howard, Digital Editor / Sales 404.698.0734 joey@wintersmedia.net

I will let that last sentence stand as-is for a few minutes.

Okay, that’s long enough.

My guess is about a third did the big-eye and gulp move; another third came up with every excuse and then some; and the remainder just handed it over and gave her the phone - with the correct PIN. Sociologists, psychologists and other “ists” would see this as a great opportunity to study what one could argue is the ultimate marriage test. Basically, would you hand over your phone to your spouse? For those trying to be cute and hand over an old rotary phone, sorry, we are talking about that “smartphone” you spend hours with every day and does not include a landline.

Yes, hours every day. Is there anything we spend more time using or doing in a day? Breathing and other required functions to stay alive don’t count.

Anyhoo, back to The Little Black Dress and her need for my phone. There are two reasons. The first is relatively easy. I am still fighting this whatever has knocked me down and could not attend the Kiwawnis Clubs’ Citizen of the Year awards ceremony.

Enter my trusted Colleague (she likes that term) to take photos for The Paper and The Weekly. She is using mine because it takes very good photos. My Colleague’s phone does not, because …

And we come to the second reason. We have “encouraged” Corby (her real name) that it is time to let go and move on to a new phone.

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The “why” is for several reasons. One, if she touches any kind of remote, phone, or Bluetooth-type device, there is a chance it will either blow up or it will take you hours to get your home screen back to where it was. Buttons will suddenly have new functions, like the volume up button now gives you the weather.

Some cosmic touch thing.

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Two, our dear Colleague has never met an email or a photo she does not love. And wants to keep it “just in case.” These photos include the ones you accidentally take of the ceiling or the floor (lots of those), blurred faces, and other photos where you kinda go “What the heck is that.”

John A. Winters, President Corby Carlin Winters, Vice President

If you listen carefully, you can hear her phone sob as she tries to save yet another photo or email. We don’t think the “delete” key has worked for quite some time.

But the night was a success and congratulations to all 10 of the nominees. I say success in part because our Colleague came back with some very nice photos we published in this publication.

A couple of side notes. It was quite interesting to see how many photos our former pageant queen was in. She was supposed to be taking photos, but somehow she became the photo.

Secondly, it is very, very weird to pick up your wife’s phone … she left it for me in case of emergency … although you can only hold it a certain way … and the name of the caller is, well, you.

I remember looking at my name on her phone as she called. I thought things would get really weird if I happened to answer and start a conversation with myself. On the other hand, it took her a while to actually get me, because she would call my number and my phone would answer - the one she was holding. So she had to call herself to get me. I know, weird.

Finally, it was on this day 30 years ago that the LBD, who wore a pink wedding gown, said “I do.” It has been a wild ride and there is no one else I would rather have at my side. Love you to my Colleague, the Little Black Dress, The Paper Girl, and our Ambassador at Large.

John

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What’s Trending with Corby Carlin Winters

On The Fashion Scene

Fashion feels fabulous this season and anything seems to go. It is your vibe and your personality that shines through when it comes to fashion. The easiest and quickest way to change up your fashion is with shoes, accessories, and jewelry.

(Corby is known to many as the Little Black Dress and The Paper Girl. She has a passion for fashion and home decor and is crazy about fabulous shoes and anything in leopard print. She is a trained counselor and loves writing, ministering, speaking and offering businesses growth coaching. She treasures spending time with good friends, Winters and the Sons of Thunder.)

Home Decor

Organizing and streamlining your life leads to happiness and great mental health.

Many seem to be taking a hard look at their homes and the excess they have.

This is a perfect time to purge. There is a link between too much clutter and stress in our lives. So if you are ready to reclaim your space and let go of your surplus you may need a good friend as I have or a Professional Organizer you trust.

If frugality is key then Invest in statement pieces that don’t break the bank. That said this Spring you are going to see lots of short shorts, mini skirts, and jewelry. Layers upon layers of necklaces, bangles, and beads aren’t for the faint of heart.

If you need a quick pick me up in home decor try wallpaper, either peel and stick or the traditional wallpaper, is hot as ever. Painting or gilding accent walls is a fast way to capture a whole new vibe as well.

Accent pillows and washable rugs can get you in the mood for a new year and a fresh start.

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Roundabouts continue to be a trend in our area.

Although you do not have to stop and wait, we are to take turns, not plowing through the roundabouts. They continue to be popular because they are cost effective, efficient, and effective - but can be maddening if others do not know how to use them.

The Trilith community continues to grow from shops, food, and wonderful activities for the whole family. It is a fun place to spend the day or the afternoon. The Passion City Church opened another location in Trilith. So if you like Louie Giglio and his wife Shelly, you can now experience Passion City close to home on Sundays at 9:30 a.m.

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Preparing Your Home for Spring Selling Season

By Jess Barron, Lindsey’s Inc. Realtors The spring time is the best time to sell your home. More homes are sold from spring time to the fall than any other time of the year (per GAMLS).

Real estate correlates with both the weather and school year. Buyers prefer to look at homes when the weather is nice. Families prefer to move their families once the school year is over. Children are already out of school then and do not have to change schools mid-year. The

last day of school for Coweta County in 2024 is May 24th. When considering the average market time to sell, a 30-60 day closing process, it’s best to list in the spring to accomplish a late spring or summer move.

The first day of spring officially begins on March 19th. As a Realtor, we have seen activity pick up the last couple of weeks in preparation for the spring selling season. Home owners have begun to prepare their homes for this busy time and contact real estate agents for assistance in pricing and marketing. The next part of this article will provide some helpful tips from Realtor.com, for selling your home.

Tip No. 1: Get realistic about how much your home is worth It is natural to think your home is priceless, or hope it is worth at least more than when you bought it. Many sellers make the mistake of placing a pie-in-the-sky price on their home with the hopes that some buyer will bite. But the reality is overpriced homes tend to sit and sit on the market. Potential buyers begin to think that something is “wrong” with a house when it sits on the market and become apprehensive to pursue the property. You want to be able to make a great first impression when the home hits the market. A correct price can often result in multiple offers and a contract price well-above list price.

Clutter can make a spacious home feel claustrophobic. It is crucial that you toss, donate, gift, or recycle anything you do not love or use.

This is also true for those hidden areas like your closets and cabinets.

Buyers will poke their heads in these areas. You must also be able to de-personalize your property. Buyers will need to envision themselves in your home. Family pictures, souvenirs, trophies, etc., along with clutter, prevent the buyers from doing so.

Tip No. 3: Keep your home show-ready 24/7 It can be difficult to keep your home picture-perfect for buyers all the time, but it is well worth the pain and suffering. Having your property listed on the market will require you to live a certain way while your home is listed. This means keeping your home clean and presentable at all times. This includes smells and pets. Landscaping and keeping a yard “fresh” is to not be overlooked. You do not know when that perfect buyer will be calling to your home!

Jess Barron is an Associate Broker with Lindseys, Inc. Realtors and former President of the Newnan-Coweta Board of Realtors. ■

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MLS #10233029 ATTENTION INVESTORS! INCOME-PRODUCING PROPERTY with six tenants. Priced at recent appraisal. Rent roll, copy of appraisal and more info available upon request. Neighboring property also available for purchase. New Price $595,000. Jess.

MLS #10215216 BEAUTIFUL NEW CONSTRUCTION IN NORTH NEWNAN! 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Craftsman style ranch on 3.26+/- w/ easy access to I-85 & Hartsfield Jackson International Airport. Total electric home. Open floor plan w/ foyer entrance, engineered R CONTRACT UNDE hardwood floors, brick fireplace in living room, separate dining room, granite counters in kitchen and bathrooms, tiled floors in bathroom & laundry room. Primary bathroom has large walkin tiled shower and garden tub, plus walk-in closet. Covered back porch. Arbor Springs Elementary, Madras Middle School, Northgate High School. $449,900. Jess.

MLS #10236275 HURRY ON THIS 14.41+/- WOODED ACRE TRACT ON US HWY 29 approxi.5 miles north of Newnan! 819.25’ Road frontage. Small pond. Ideal for development, church, school, estate size lot or possible subdivision. $599,900. Frank / Chip.

MLS #10196601 ATTENTION HUNTERS, CATTLE OR HORSE FARMERS OR INVESTORS! 261.61+/- Open and wooded acres in Carroll Co., GA. Planted dove fields, food plots and additional open land. Large wooded barn for equipment storage. 3914' paved frontage on Bethesda Church Rd. & additional 284' frontage on Baxter Rd. Great location in area of large estates & cattle farms. Long frontage on Indian Creek. This property is currently in a CUVA for tax purposes. If CUVA is breached by Buyer, then Buyer must assume all penalties and costs for any breach of said CUVA. This property has a restriction that does not allow chicken farms or chicken houses. $1,556,580. Frank/Jess.

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CHOICE 10.13 ACRES ZONED COMMERCIAL (C-2) ON HWY 74 (SENOIA ROAD). Adjoins Georgia World of Beverages. 579' R CONTRACT DE UN frontage on Hwy 74 and additional frontage on Landrum Road (385'+/-). $3,500,000. Frank/Jess.

12 CHOICE BUILDING LOTS IN BOHANNON WOODS, GRANTVILLE. BULK SALE ONLY. Easy access to I-85, Atlanta, Newnan, LaGrange and Columbus. Seller will only sell as a bundle, not individual lots. $420,000. Frank/Jess.

MLS #10231066 BEAUTIFUL BRICK RANCH HOME ON A LARGE 1.36 ACRE+/- LOT IN NORTH NEWNAN. Kitchen with electric cooktop, wall oven, dw, fridge, dining area. Laundry room/mudroom off kitchen opens up to spacious back deck. 20 x 20 bonus room ! storage closet. ForLD ! SO SO can be playroom, office, recLD room, etc.

Large mal LR. Renovated hall BA with tiled floor, new vanity, shower.

Master BR has its own half bath. Brooks/Madras/Newnan school districts. Two car carport. Workshop/outbuilding. Garden area.

Easily accessible crawl space. New Price! $275,000. Jess.

MLS #10233034 ATTENTION INVESTORS! INCOME-PRODUCING PROPERTY UNDER $200,000. Single building with two tenants. Priced at recent appraisal. Rent roll, copy of appraisal and more information available upon request. Neighboring property also available for purchase. New Price! $159,900. Jess.

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AMLAJACK 255.5+/- ACRES WITH HALF MILE FRONTAGE CT $17,890,600. Frank.

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MLS #10188730 CORNER LAND FRONTING POPLAR ROAD & YEAGER ROAD Zoned C-6. Available 3 Ways: Total 24+/- Acres - $7,000,000 Front 5+/- acres fronting Poplar Road can be purchased at $500,000/acre. Rear 19+/- acres fronting Yeager Road can be purchased at $250,000/acre. Public utilities are available at property entrance off Poplar Road and off Yeager Road. Lake on rear of 24+/- acres. Survey and conceptual site plan of 24+/acres in doc box. Property to be surveyed by buyer, at buyer's expense, prior to closing, and seller must approve the new survey. NOTE: The front 1,000' of subject property is in the Quality Control District (QCD) and structures there must have brick exteriors. Also, there are other requirements. Please check with Coweta County Planning and Zoning Department for details. $7,000,000. Frank/Chip.

BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED HOME ON GOLF COURSE IN WHITE OAK SUBDIVISION. Lg office w/ stone fireplace.

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Den off kitchen w/ access to new Trex deck. Lg stone fireplace & outdoor kitchen w/ grill. Beautiful backyard w/ frontage on the RACT R CONTPrimary UNDE4BR/3/BA. 18th fairway of Seminole. bedroom has den w/ fireplace & deck access. Primary bathroom has double vanity, walk-in shower & jacuzzi tub. The upstairs has Lg secondary bedrooms. Bonus room w/ pool table. New HVAC units & Rinnai Tankless Water Heater, exterior painted in 2022. Easy access to I-85, Ashley Park, & Peachtree City. White Oak Golf Course, Pool, Tennis, Pickleball & Club House are part of the Invited Golf Clubs network (membership required). White Oak Subdivision is zoned for Northgate High School. $795,000. Jess.

RENOVATED 3BR/2BA RANCH ON BASEMENT IN DOWNTOWN NEWNAN/HOLLIS HEIGHTS! Master BR, Bath, & 2-car garage addition in 2018; new Roof, Gutters & Windows in 2021. ! to downtown NewnLD! SO Big fenced yard w/ beer garden.

EasyLD access SO an, walk to NHS and Atkinson Elementary. $425,000. Jess.

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Congratulations and a big “thank you” to Battalion Chief Jeff Woody with the Coweta Fire Department who is retiring after 30 years of serving the citizens of Coweta County. [ [ [ A lot of people only need to attempt doing one push-up to realize how unfit they are. [ [ [ After over a decade as the Golden Knights, West Georgia Technical College (WGTC) has a new mascot, Knightro the Knighthawk. A mascot committee made up of WGTC faculty and staff, chose the nighthawk to represent the College because it embodies many of the characteristics of WGTC students: adaptable, diligent, resourceful, and determined. [ [ [ The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage as the nation faces the lowest number of people giving blood in 20 years. If you are eligible, your blood donation will significantly impact the lives of others. Visit redcrossblood.org to find a blood drive in your area. [ [ [ Everything is bulletproof if you have enough of it. [ [ [ The city of Newnan Fire Department recently received a new Rescue Unit, which will be used at Station 2 (off of Lower Fayetteville Road). Rescue Unit 2 is designed for medical emergencies and will enable first responders to deploy quickly to medical calls. [ [ [ Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Company in Newnan is committed to inspiring the love of the outdoors, sustaining the natural environment and ecosystems, and supporting local education initiatives. Students from the Kiwanis Kids (K-Kids) program at Welch Elementary School in Newnan paid a visit to take part in planting a pollinator garden. It was a great opportunity to get hands-on experience with STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) activities while getting away from the classroom and enjoying outdoor life. [ [ [ All of us live less than 65 miles from space, yet only a very few will ever go there. [ [ [ Sharpsburg native Drew Cronic has joined the Navy football staff as offensive coordinator. Cronic comes to Navy from Mercer, where he put together a 28-17 (.622) record over the last four years, including a 22-10 (.688) mark in the rugged Southern Conference. Cronic is considered one of the more innovative offensive minds across all levels of college football. Driven by the motto “Raise the Bar,” Cronic has been a head coach for a combined eight years at three different schools and has compiled a career record of 75-23

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(.765) while also handling offensive coordinator duties that featured variations of the option offense. [ [ [ West Georgia Technical College (WGTC) has named Mariah Moses of Newnan as its 2024 Exceptional Adult Georgian in Literacy Education (EAGLE) winner. The Leadership Institute recognizes and honors those students who have demonstrated superior achievement in adult education classes and programs. [ [ [ Smokers are more likely to survive lost in the woods because they carry a lighter. [ [ [ The West Georgia Technical College Foundation was recently awarded a $3,000 Traditional Grant from the Coweta Community Foundation (CCF) to support its Project CARE program.

Project CARE was created in 2009 to provide financial aid to students and employees of West Georgia Technical College (WGTC) who are in need. [ [ [ It’s crazy how many people spend 40 or more hours a week doing something they aren’t even passionate about or enjoying. [ [ [ The city of Newnan celebrated the completion of the Fire Training Facility on 473 Greison Trail. Complete with a burn building, educational training room, and office space, the facility offers opportunities to train the Newnan Fire Department in the latest techniques. [ [ [ In case you missed it, Lily Abigail, 7 lbs., 3 oz., and 20 inches long, was the first baby of the year born at Piedmont Newnan Hospital. Proud parents, Cara and Blake Harmon, and big sister Layla (7), welcomed a healthy baby girl at 9:39 p.m. on January 1. This is the couple’s second child, and both girls were delivered at Piedmont Newnan. [ [ [ The entire population of dogs is replaced every 20 years [ [ [ The Coweta County Sheriff’s Office has a new chief deputy, Milton Beck. He retired from Cobb County Sheriff’s Office in 2019 after serving that community for 30 years. He has known and worked with Sheriff Lenn Wood for many years. “He brings a vast array of leadership, experience and discernment to the Coweta Sheriff’s Office and will us help continue to deliver the professional law enforcement services that the residents of this county have grown accustomed to, deserve and expect,” a Facebook post said. [ [ [ In other news with the sheriff’s office, two new command staff appointments were announced. Major Warren Campbell has been appointed to Lieutenant Colonel and Lieutenant David Hill has been appointed to Captain. [ [ [ Burning the haystack is an easy way of finding the needle. [ [ [ We’re often too young to realize how big of a decision picking your first phone number will be. [ [ [

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Local & Live

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Newnan‘s Kris Youmans Band has a unique rootsy, country sound with a bit of Western swing that makes them a perfect edition to GPB’s Georgia’s Country Connection series at GPB.org/Country.

… by Kris Youmans

We are fortunate she writes The Music column for us at The Paper.

“Music gives a soul to the Universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.” …Plato

Music News: Check out Below the Neck in downtown Newnan!

Very cool lounge setting serving food from upstairs at The Redneck Gourmet, and you never know who you’ll run into or who might be playing some great music at Below the Neck.

Local & Live Venues …

Call ahead to check on Live music dates and times!

THE CELLAR / THE BAYS 20 Jefferson Street, Newnan 770.683.6328 Live Jazz on Wednesdays Acoustic on Thursdays in The BAYS Live Music Friday and Saturday nights Performances at 8 p.m. in The BAYS. Call for reservations for The CELLAR dining room.

2/02 … The Band ONE 2/03 … Third Shift 2/08 … Jeanine Duke 2/09 … Chuck & Nick 2/10 … Mystery Tramp 2/15 … John Hensley 2/16 … Kevin Wallace 2/17 … SAE 2/22 … Mark Miller 2/23 … Rylee Banks 2/24 … Pete & Pete _____________

THE MAD MEXICAN 2 East Court Square, Newnan 770.683.9545 Come for great food and live local music.

2/02 … Jack Anthony 2/03 … John Hensley 2/07 … Joey Troup 2/09 … Trevor Meadows 2/10 … Tyler Lowman 2/14 … Larry Mills 2/16 … Lerogie 2/17 … Trevor Meadows 2/21 … Ellis Lowery 2/23 … Joey Troup 2/24 … Ralph Lynch 2/25 3 … Guys Picking _____________

BIG SHOTS KITCHEN & BAR 102 B Guthrie Way, PTC 2/04 … Jeanine Duke _____________

FRIEND’S TABLE (former Highland Bakery & Kitchen)

238 City Circle,PTC 678.369.7820 Live music every weekend 2/02 … Jeanine Duke 2/03 … Mose Davis 2/09 … Venus Kings 2/10 … Matt Moskal 2/16 … Venus Kings 2/17 … Mose Davis 2/23 … Kris Youmans Band 2/24 … Matt Moskal _____________

TOWERHOUSE FARM BREWERY 18736 Hwy. 85, Gay 470.620.7892 2/09 … Jeanine Duke _____________

THE TROPIKAL BIRD 167 Banks Rd @ Banks Station, Fayetteville.

For more info, call 770.837.7067 SAE LIVE FRIDAYS 1 to 3p.m. and 8 to 10 p.m.

RSVP & info 770.837.7067 _____________

OLDE COURTHOUSE TAVERN on the Square, Fayetteville Marvelous Marvin presents Saturday Night Blues on the Southside - 8:30 p.m.

You’ll hear the best local and regional blues! _____________

SUTTON’S AMERICAN GRILL 477 Rome St, Carrollton 678.664.2082 Open Mic Wednesdays!

Live Music Friday & Saturday Nights 2/02 … Power’s Trio 2/03 … Kris Youmans Band 2/09 … David Pippin 2/10 … The Band Waco 2/16 … George Britt Band 2/17 … STIL 2/23 … Chase Phillips Band 2/24 … Red Dirt Divas _____________

WADSWORTH AUDITORIUM 25 Jefferson St., Newnan 2/03 … Doug Kees Songs & Stories Celebration 35 Years in Newnan Doors open at 6p.m.

Show at 7 p.m.

Special guests …

Adam Wright, Michelle Malone, and many more guests on stage! www.dougkees.com _____________

GREENVILLE STREET PARK LOCALS MARKET 51 Greenville St. Park, Newnan 2/24 …Food Trucks, Live Music, Vendors, Free Entry.

10 a.m. - 6p.m. _____________

REDNECK GOURMET’S BELOW THE NECK! Follow BTN on Instagram for updates and music at Belowtheneck_ng 2/08 … Ellis Lowery 2/09 … John Hensley 2/17 … Ellis Lowery 2/24 … Lerogie _____________

SUMMERGROVE GOLF CLUB 335 SummerGrove Parkway, Newnan | 770.251.1800 Friday Night Dinner & Music 2/09 … Lerogie 2/16 … Toby Nix 2/23 … The Dreamers 3/01 … Cotton Cruz 3/08 … Daniel Toole _____________

HUMMINGBIRD WINE BAR & MARKET 240 Glynn St., Fayetteville 2/17 … Mary Martin 6 p.m. _____________

THE BISTRO 26 Carriage Oaks Dr., Tyrone Live music on Wednesdays 7 to 9 p.m.

Saturdays 8 to 10 p.m.

Sundays 4 to 7p.m.

R&B, Blues, Jazz & Oldies _____________

HOLLONVILLE OPRY AT TURIN UMC 20 Longstreet Ave., Turin UMC Music every 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month starting at 6:30 p.m.

Gospel, Bluegrass and Country.

Great Music, Good Friends!

2/03 … White Harvest

Georgia Bound Kirkland & Friends 2/17 … Bruce Weeks Family Band Jami, Terry & Bound Together Band Fairlanes _____________

LINE CREEK BUS BARN 300 City Center Parkway, Fayetteville 770.731.1641 2/03 … Brian Rivers 2/10 … Raspberry Gingerale 2/11 … Mary Martin _____________

LINE CREEK BREWING 150 Huddleston Rd., PTC 770.731.1641 2/10 … Mary Martin 2/17 … Savanna Bassett _____________

LINE CREEK THE RESERVE 18 Savannah St., Newnan 2/03 … Venus Kings 2/10 … Hearts ‘ Homes Fundraiser Live music, food by Mommie’s Empanadas Aaron Watkins Duo 2/24 … James & The Georgia Peaches _____________

WINGS & THINGS SUMMERGROVE 31 Market Square, Newnan _____________

ABIDE BREWERY 110 Werz Industrial Blvd., Newnan Live Music, Jams & Specials.

Open Mic Night 2/09 … The Dreamers 6 p.m.

2/10 … Tyler Caldwell 5 p.m 2/16 … Mary Martin 6 p.m.

2/17 … Mostly 80’s Band 7p.m.

2/24 … Stephen Moore 6 p.m. _____________

PURE LIFE HOUSE OF MUSIC 206 Clark St., LaGrange 706.443.4838 A true listening room featuring hidden treasures and legendary singer/songwriters in an intimate setting.

Shows at 7:30 p.m.

2/03 … Jontavious Willis 2/10 … Paul McDonald 2/17 … Songwriter show w/ Tyson Leamon & Walker Wilson ‘in the round’ _____________

Kris Youmans is originally from Savannah, GA where she was part of the River Street music scene early on and is greatly influenced by music of the southern culture. Kris’ interests are focused on local music, organizing music fundraisers, her three grown children, life on Pierce Chapel, Hank the Dog (who also has an ear for music) and Marcy who is all ears when it comes to Live music.

Contact Kris with questions, comments, suggestions or just to say you like her column krisyoumansband@gmail.com.

RPM FULL SERVICE 15 Jackson Street, Newnan 770.683.1414 Live music and restaurant venue, pet friendly patio call ahead for music lineup. *Every Sunday music on the Patio *Karaoke every weekend Open Mic Wednesdays 8:30 p.m. _____________

1890 ROOM IN THE GRAND HOTEL Hogansville Valentine’S Room Live Jazz craft cocktails, delicious food 7 p.m. _____________

THE ALAMO 19 W. Court Square, Newnan 770.683.2526 Call ahead for events, dates and times.

Open Mic Night Every Sunday, 6 to 9 p.m.

Come out to see local talent and sign up to play!

De Shawn Parker is your Host. _____________

NUTWOOD WINERY 1339 Upper Big Springs Road, LaGrange, GA 706.882.5296 Family owned winery and cafe … beautiful winery with tasting room and vineyard.

Every Friday and Saturday the Winery features a local performer in the Tasting Room.

Starting around 6 p.m. on Fridays and 2 p.m. on Saturdays until close at 10 p.m.

Call to get up-to-date lineup for music.

2/02 … Daniel Tool 2/23 … Mary Martin

BEACON BREWERY 700 Lincoln St., LaGrange 706.298.6500 Every SundayMusic starts at 4 p.m.

February 1-4pm 2/04 … Megan Lea 2/11 … Kitty and Charlie Key GALANTINE’S EVENT 2/18 … Pure Life Revival 2/25 … Kris Dewberry March 1-4pm 3/03 … Daniel Toole 3/10 … JT Horne 3/17 … Kitty a&Charlie Key 4:30-7:30 St Patty’s Day Set 3/24 … Andy Johnson _____________

HUNTER’S MEXICAN CANTINA 1875 E. Main St., Hogansville 706.637.9444 Family oriented Mexican cantina and grill with friendly atmosphere and live music.

Call ahead for music line up.

Karaoke nights every Friday & Saturday. _____________

GRAZING HERE 2850 Hwy. 54, Peachtree City 770.486.2696 All Shows Start at 8 p.m.

2/03 … Mostly 80’s Band 2/09 … Limited Edition 2/16 … Taylor Ryan Band 2/17 … FUZE 2/23 … The Dirty Truth 2/24 … Block Party Band 3/01 … Dixon _____________

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SENOIA BEER COMPANY 1 Main St., Senoia Senoia’s 1st Craft brewery!

Bring the kids, dogs, and your favorite takeout food.

All music starts at 7 p.m.

Open Mic Night 7:30 p.m.

Every Thursday is Open Mic! _____________

Look for updates and more Local & Live Music events …

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Photos: Check out Doug Kee’s Feb. 3rd Concert at Wadsworth Auditorium; Look for Aaron Watkin’s Duo at A Hearts’ Home Fundraiser on the 10th at The Reserve; Look for Kris Youman and Her Mighty Fine Band at Friend’s Table and Mystery Tramp at The Cellar; Ellis Lowery at Below The Neck; Tyler Lowman at Mad Mexican and Jeanine Duke at Towerhouse Brewery.

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Centre for Performing & Visual Arts

1523 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Newnan, GA 30265

Main Street Newnan

6 First Avenue, Newnan, GA 30263 770.253.8283 mainstreetnewnan.com Market Day • March 2, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Over 55 unique spaces, with a variety of one-of-a-kind gift items.

Favorites include: fresh locally grown produce, honey, jams & jellies, pottery, art, hand-woven baskets, leather products, etc.

Wonka Tea Party • March 2, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

4 W. Broad St. Newnan • danceticketing.com/28424/ Steppin’ Out Performing Arts is thrilled to host their 3rd Annual Spring Tea! This year will be a chocolate affair with treats, drinks (tea, of course) and production of Willy Wonka, Kids.

This is a scrumdidliumptious event for all ages! _______________________________

Newnan Cultural Arts Commission …

www.thenixoncentre.net 770.254.2787

Terry Lowry and The Steel Brothers: Classic and Grass Feb. 4, 3 p.m.

“Classics & Grass” is a unique presentation that features two Carroll County based acts, concert pianist Terry Lowry along with bluegrass band The Steed Brothers.

Rubert’s Orchestra • Feb. 15, 7 p.m.

The Rupert’s Orchestra became nationally known for their exciting performances at Rupert’s Nightclub in Atlanta, Georgia. For over eight years they played to packed houses and were voted Atlanta’s best house band every year. They have since become the top party band in the Southeast.

The Letterman • March 7, 7 p.m.

The Lettermen have over 75 albums- numerous certified gold and a myriad of hits including “When I Fall In Love” “Come Back Silly Girl, “Theme From A Summer Place,” “Goin’ Out Of My Head/ Can’t Take My Eves off or You,” “Put Your Head On My Shoulder,” “Hurt So Bad,” and “Shangri-La.” Even though there have been personnel changes over the years, the one thing that remained constant is the vision that Tony Butala first dreamed of - that unique three-part harmony _______________________________

Step Afrika! at the Wadsworth Auditorium March 2, 7:30 p.m.

25 Jefferson Street, downtown Newnan

Check their website frequently for fun things to do! explorenewnancoweta.com ___________

Look on Facebook for more info @newnancac _______________________________

Local Theatre

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24 1st Ave, Newnan • 770-683-6282 http://newnantheatre.org Always a Bridesmaid • Feb. 8-11, 15-18

by Jones, Hope, and Wooten Four friends have sworn to keep the promise they made on the night of their Senior Prom: to be in each other’s weddings… no matter what. More than thirty years later, these Southern friends-for-life are still making “the long walk” for each other, determined to honor that vow. Forsaking all others, in sickness and in health, they repeatedly struggle to stage the perfect wedding in spite of fistfights at the altar, runaway brides, and the mistaken, and unfortunate, release of a flock of white doves on the first day of hunting season. _______________________________

Southside Theatre Guild

20 W Campbellton St, Fairburn, GA 30213 770-969-0956 • http://www.stgplays.com/ Alice In Wonderland • February 15 -25, 2024 Lewis Carroll’s classic tale adapted by Jason Pizzarello After Alice tumbles down a mysterious rabbit hole, she finds herself in a strange land where everyone is raving mad. With the help of a Cheshire Cat, an astute Caterpillar, and a righteous Humpty Dumpty, Alice must find her way home and discover who she really is. This is a darker, more faithful version of Lewis Carroll’s classic tale that reimagines the experience of Wonderland, and ends with an unexpected new twist. _______________________________

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The Carnegie Library

1 LaGrange Street, Newnan • 770.683.1347 newnancarnegie.com Exercise Is Medicine, Gentle Yoga and Crochet, Book Club with Lola, Literary Circle Book Club, and more.

Some events require reservations and space is limited.

The Newnan Carnegie Library Foundation presents Edgar B. Hollis Distinguished Author Series with Deborah Royce, author of Reef Road Tuesday, February 13, 11 a.m. at Newnan Carnegie www.deborahgoodrichroyce.com Edgar B. Hollis Distinguished Author Series with Lawrence W. Reed, author of From Tyranny to Freedom: The Polish Experience Thursday, February 29, 6:30 p.m. at Newnan Carnegie www.lawrencewreed.com Registration is requested on Eventbrite.

Visit newnancarnegie.com for information. _______________________________

McRitchie-Hollis Museum

74 Jackson St., Newnan • 770.251.0207 newnancowetahistoricalsociety.com Super Museum Sunday • Feb. 11 The McRitchie-Hollis Museum, is taking part in this statewide drop-in event on Sunday, Feb. 11, from noon to 4 p.m.

Bring the whole family to learn about local history and programs, hands on activities such as a scavenger hunt, treats, etc..

It’s FREE and Family Memberships are 1/2 price this day only!

Visit other Coweta museums too! _______________________________

The Legacy Theatre The Legacy Theatre

1175 Senoia Rd., Suite C., Tyrone, GA., 30290 http://www.thelegacytheatre.org/ Elvis: A Musical Revolution • Jan 26 - Feb 25 Book By Sean Cercone & David Abbinanti Based on a concept by Floyd Mutrux His singular name still evokes immediate recognition from people all over the world! This official Elvis Presley bio-musical takes a closer look at the rock star and cultural icon whose impact shaped the history of music and culture. _______________________________

Senoia Area Historical Society History Museum Senoia Farmers Market and

40 Greenway Court, Suite D, Newnan www.southernarcdance.org • 770.683.3724 Dracula, A Love Story, Feb.. 9-10, 7:30 p.m.

A Timeless love story. The perfect date night with live music.

Wadsworth Auditorium, 25 Jefferson Street, downtown Newnan Tickets: 30982.danceticketing.com Check their website and Facebook page for more information. _______________________________

Senoia: Alive After 5 Will Be Back April Mardi Gras Pub Crawl 2024: Feb. 13th at 5:30 p.m.

A 5 restaurant pub crawl that starts at Senoia Beer Company. This is a ticketed event and spots are limited. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to enjoysenoia.com _______________________________ ________ _______________________

Check out our website wintersmedia.net or Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages for other upcoming events and updates on these events.

The monthly program on Feb. 8th at 6:30 p.m. is Oscar Night … a special program celebrating Oscar winning movies that were filmed in Georgia. Everyone is encouraged to dress to the nines for our own little red carpet event! For more info senoiahistory.com 6 Couch St, Senoia, GA 30276 Facebook and Instagram. senoiaareahistory.com Check Facebook for info on the latest upcoming events! _______________________________ ________ _______________________

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Fox Theatre

660 Peachtree St NE (at Ponce de Leon Ave NE), Atlanta 404.881.2100 Tickets on sale for upcoming shows. Check website … http://foxtheatre.org

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Chastain Park

Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater 201 McIntosh Trail, PTC 770.631.0630 amphitheater.org/ ______________

140 W Wieuca Rd NW, Atlanta 404.233.2227

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1 Philips Dr NW (at Centennial Olympic Park Dr), Atlanta, GA 404.878.3000 Tickets on sale for upcoming shows. Check website … statefarmarena.com

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Coweta County Genealogical Society & Library

8 Carmichael St., Newnan Wed. - Fri., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Check Facebook for info _______________

Look for Town of Sharpsburg’s Facebook Page for their calendar of events _______________________________ ________ _______________________

Outdoors

Chattahoochee Bend State Park

425 Bobwhite Way, Newnan, GA 30263 www.gastateparks.org/ChattahoocheeBend

First Day Hike • Jan. 1, 9:30 to 11 a.m.

Bring in the New Year with a 2-mile hike on the Riverside Trail.

We will talk about the different turtles found on the Chattahoochee River, and don’t forget to bring a snack to enjoy at the observation tower. Pre-register in advance by calling our office at 770-254-7271. Hikers will receive a special first day hike sticker. $5 plus $5 parking.

Contact the Park before you go!

Check website and Facebook page for upcoming events! _______________________________ ________ _______________________

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Once Upon A Time: Out & About Newnan Cotton Mill and Mill Village with Katie Anderson

One of the best things about Newnan is how we preserve our history. With six historic districts, our city is bursting with stories from the past. Recently, I saw a sign for the Newnan Cotton Mill and Mill Village Historic District, and had to know more.

Today, as you catch the LINC on Field Street, you’ll see the FreeMasons building – in another time, the mill office building. As you continue to walk, you’ll notice the Lofts Apartments, aka the original mill buildings, and an iron water tower that once provided protection from fires in the mill. A spring-fed pond (now under a boardwalk along the LINC) supplied the water, which washed back into the pond after being sprayed on the building.

Keep strolling through C.J. Smith Park, once a baseball field built for the mill workers, and you’ll see some of the historic mill village.

The first worker homes built by the mill, called “saddlebag houses”, were built on Factory Street (now Field Street) and Murray Street.

Later, three additional streets of duplexes and two-story saltbox houses were built for workers on Wilcoxen, Berry, and Glenn Streets. There are also five shotgun mill houses that were built on Cole Street and East Washington Street.

I’m talking about the area that is now Newnan Lofts Apartments, including the skate park/C.J. Smith Park, two churches, several streets of homes, and the beginning (or end) of the LINC. Turns out, once upon a time, it was a thriving cotton mill and mill village.

On Murray Street, the mill manager’s house still stands, as does the original Mills Chapel (now Sword of the Lord Church), and Lovejoy Methodist Church, all built as part of the mill village.

According to Winston Skinner, retired news editor of the Newnan Times-Herald and local historian extraordinaire, the mill village has held modern-day reunions with workers, workers’ family members, and even owners’ descendants attending. “The mill village had a great sense of community then that has continued into present times.”

Skinner also notes that working at the mill wasn’t an easy life. The work was difficult and at times, unsafe. Like most mills in the South at the time, the mill was segregated by race and gender.

In April 2002, the area was designated as a historic district. The Newnan Cotton Mill was established in 1888 along the railroad to the west, and the district borders go up to Wilcoxen Street to the north, Farmer Street to the east, and East Washington Street to the south.

Workers were getting injured at alarming rates. In Jeff Bishop’s Coweta County: A Brief History, Clifford Banks Glover recounted “the safety record was terrible…some of those machines would be running so fast that you’d cut yourself by just barely touching it with your finger. We had terrible accidents.”

Things got so bad that in 1934, a General Textile Strike was called, and Newnan Cotton Mill workers picketed with textile workers across the country. During the strike, the Georgia National Guard and local civil authorities arrested picketers. They sent them to

detention camps at Fort McPherson until the end of the strike three weeks later. (– Emily Kimbell, Be Local) Later, during WWII, the mill produced yarn for parachute and harness equipment, sometimes operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

By the 1950s, Newnan Cotton Mill employed over 1000 workers.

Over the next few decades, it changed hands several times. Fast forward to 2024, the community remains with a multi-use path, a skate park, a playground, historic single-family homes, and upscale apartments. As Skinner said, and I paraphrase, these homes and buildings were built in another time and another life, but the structures outlive the people, to tell another story for another day.

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Piedmont Newnan Recognizes American Heart Month

Healthy Sleep Habits During the Winter Months Now that we’re well into the time of year where the clocks reset, and the sun starts setting before we’ve even had a chance to eat dinner, many of us may still be struggling to adjust. While we did get an extra hour of sleep that first night, time change tends to throw our sleep cycle off balance in a way we don’t really recover from. For some of us, it’s an excuse to go to bed as soon as it’s gets dark out, and while that seems like good way to make sure you’re getting enough sleep at night, it usually results in someone waking up around 2 or 3 in the morning, and then feeling tired anyway by the time it’s actually time to get up. For others, it becomes harder to wind down at night, as they adjust to longer exposure to darkness, and their brains stop associating sun down with bedtime, and that’s if they aren’t already stepping up their caffeine intake to combat feeling tired earlier in the day. However, it is possible to adjust to this time of year without just winging it until Spring.

“Getting sunshine each day is key,” says Karen Hacker, M.D., who specializes in Family Medicine at Piedmont Physicians at White Oak. “Our bodies naturally produce more melatonin during colder months due to less daylight, but this is also being heightened by multiple factors.”

Whether you’re the kind of person who stays up later and sleeps past sunrise, or get up before sunrise and are falling asleep before it’s even gone down, you’re further minimizing your already limited exposure to daylight.

And on top of that, we all tend to spend less time outside, when a daily walk is more crucial than ever— and not just because we need the extra light exposure.

After all, lack of exercise or decreased frequency of exercise is another factor that disrupts your circadian rhythm. If you stay inactive for long periods of time, your body’s energy levels will adjust, and you’ll have less energy overall.

Temperature and other environmental fluctuations can also impact your sleep. Overheating or underheating your house will make it harder to fall asleep, and even harder to stay asleep. While everyone’s preferences differ slightly, studies show the ideal temperature for sleep is around 65 degrees (which, in the Winter, is good news for your heat bill). But the brisk air is also much dryer, meaning you’ll likely feel discomfort in your throat, eyes, and nasal passageways, so a humidifier is also something to think about.

Heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the U.S. for over 100 years straight, since 1921, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Heart disease along with stroke, which is the fifth leading cause of death, claims more lives in the U.S. than all forms of cancer and chronic lower respiratory disease combined, based on the most recent data available.

The American Heart Association estimates nearly half of all people in the U.S. have some type of cardiovascular disease (CVD), including coronary heart disease, heart failure, stroke and, most notably, high blood pressure.

However, recent studies done by the American Heart Association, show that most people do not know the significant impact of heart disease. In the survey, only 49% of people named heart disease as the leading cause of death; 16% said they didn’t know the leading cause and 18% listed cancer as the top cause of death of people in the U.S. Piedmont Newnan Hospital is recognizing American Heart Month as an important time to educate Georgians about cardiovascular disease and ways to prevent it, including encouraging staff to wear red this month in honor of Heart Month.

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“Cardiovascular disease can lead to heart attack, stroke, decreased life expectancy and quality of life,” said Timothy Lacny, director of cardiology at Piedmont Newnan. “Heart Month is a good reminder to check with your doctor about any known risk factors or family history of cardiac disease.”

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High blood pressure is a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke, yet with proper treatment and management, it can be controlled and one’s risk for cardiovascular disease can be greatly reduced. The first step toward reducing any risk factor for cardiovascular disease is awareness.

“These seasonal charges are nothing new,” adds Dr. Hacker. “Our bodies are designed to adapt to them, so it’s important to remember to work with ourselves, even when our pre-established habits push us to do the opposite.” of against ourselves.

Regular check-ups can help detect early signs of cardiovascular disease.

One of the most important steps to help deter cardiovascular disease is to quit smoking. Implementing a regular exercise regimen and healthy diet along with controlling your blood pressure and cholesterol can also decrease your risk.

Family medical history can also affect an individual’s risk for cardiovascular disease. Discussing this topic with your doctor can aid in finding the best treatment options for you.

For more specific medical advice, have a conversation with your physician. To set up an appointment or learn more on the topic of healthy sleep habits, visit piedmont.org.

To learn more about cardiovascular services at Piedmont, please visit piedmont.org/heart.

Small actions can have a big impact when it comes to defending against heart disease. Ranked top in Georgia for cardiology by U.S. News and World Report, Piedmont Heart is ready to show you how. We look forward to empowering you through simplified, integrated care that’s easy to access.

Learn more at piedmont.org/heart

About Piedmont Piedmont is empowering Georgians by changing health care. We continue to fuel Georgia’s growth through safe, high-quality care close to home through an integrated health care system that provides a hassle-free, unified experience. We are a private, not-for-profit organization that for centuries has sought to make a positive difference in every life we touch in the communities we serve. Across our 1,600 physical locations we care for 3.7 million patients and serve communities that comprise 80 percent of Georgia’s population. This includes 23 hospitals, 65 Piedmont Urgent Care centers, 25 QuickCare locations, 1,875 Piedmont Clinic physician practices and nearly 3,100 Piedmont Clinic members. Our patients conveniently engage with Piedmont online, as they scheduled more than 515,000 online appointments and over 154,000 virtual visits. With more than 44,000 care givers we are the largest Georgia-based employer of Georgians, who all came for the job, but stayed for the people. In 2023, Piedmont has earned recognition from Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity and also as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women. In 2022, Forbes ranked Piedmont on its list of the Best Large Employers in the United States. In addition, Piedmont provided nearly $360 million in Community Benefit in Fiscal Year 2022, including approximately $310 million in uncompensated care.

For more information, or booking your next appointment, visit piedmont.org.

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The Film Fix … Streaming Edition

with Jonathan W. Hickman

Capsule Reviews … New Rating System - A “Fix" is recommended with a rating between 6 and 10! a “No Fix” with ratings of 1 to 5 isn’t. http://dailyfilmfix.com/ Jonathan W. Hickman is an entertainment attorney, filmmaker, college professor, and novelist.

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Theatrical Teasers:

In Theaters:

The Promised Land (February 2) – l Fix Rating 8/10 – This was Denmark’s submission for the Best International Feature Film at this year’s Oscars, and it made the shortlist but failed to garner a nomination. It was a strong year for international films, and “The Promised Land” is a very good movie.

In this period-set historical drama, Mads Mikkelsen played Ludvig Kahlen, a soldier who returns from the field of battle in hopes of becoming a farmer and gaining a title from the King. He decides to take possession of a barren piece of property that is thought incapable of sustaining crops. But the resourceful Kahlen has a secret plan and the determination to execute on it.

His attempts run afoul of a local land baron, who looks down upon his lower-class status and does not want him to succeed. Naturally, things turn violent, but the foppish local ruler isn’t prepared for Kahlen’s killer instincts, formed in war. “The Promised Land” is a grueling and bloody film with a rewarding love story. Mikkelsen is terrific, as is the rest of the cast in this engaging tale.

The Taste of Things (February 14) – l Fix Rating 8/10 – Many critics were shocked when France passed over “Anatomy of a Fall” and submitted “The Taste of Things” for the Best International Feature Film this year. And the critics may have been right about the Oscar submission choice, but that doesn’t mean that “The Taste of Things” isn’t worthy of recognition.

This film will make you hungry. Juliette Binoche plays Eugénie, the cook for a fine gourmet named Dodin Bouffant. Much of the picture concerns their intricate ballet as Eugénie and her assistants execute and cook Dodin’s menus. The process is splendid to behold, but when Eugénie falls ill, Dodin, who loves her deeply, must cope with the possibility of losing his partner in the kitchen and in life.

“The Taste of Things” is about a love affair with food and between two loyal souls.

Streaming Selects: Tiger’s Apprentice (February 2) – This animated adventure has teen Tom Lee (voice of Brandon Soo Hoo) apprenticed to Mr. Hu (voice of Henry Golding) after Tom’s grandmother dies. Tom must hone his skills to become the guardian of an ancient phoenix. This fantasy action film features an all-star cast, including Oscar-winner Michelle Yeoh, Lucy Liu, Sandra Oh, and Saturday Night Live’s Bowen Yang.

Oppenheimer (February 16) – l Fix Rating 10/10 – After dominating the Oscar nominations last month, Christopher Nolan’s masterpiece finds its way to the smallish screen (readers with home theaters will be most excited). While this complex biopic of a father of the atomic bomb might not play as well at home as it did in the movie theater, watching it where you can start and stop it will allow the viewer to concentrate on the intricate narrative. After all, Nolan’s script was nominated for Best Adapted Screenplay, along with thirteen other nominations.

Avatar: The Last Airbender (season 1 premiere, February 22) – Not to be confused with James Cameron’s 3D blockbuster franchise, this is a live-action adaptation of the beloved animated series that ran from 2005 through 2008 and was created by Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko. Netflix appears to have pulled out all the stops and spared no expense in crafting this story of Airbender Aang (Gordon Cormier) and his companions who try to figure out a way to defeat the Fire-Nation.

Mr. & Mrs. Smith (season 1, February 2) – l Fix Rating 7/10 – Are you a “Smith?” Maybe you know a charming “Smith” couple. In Amazon Prime’s dramatic action series “Mr. & Mrs. Smith,” Donald Glover and Maye Erskine play John and Jane Smith, spies in training who are matched by a mysterious organization. After a cryptic job interview, they are given a spacious brownstone in the city outfitted with all manner of toys and spy gear. Together they must navigate the perils of the espionage life while figuring out how to reconcile their arranged union. This reboot of the 2005 film starring Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie leans into the emotional toll that the spy life can have on a participant and a marriage.

The Marvels (February 7) – l Fix Rating 7/10 – While this MCU entry failed to meet box office expectations when it was released last November, I think many readers should check it out on the Disney Plus streaming platform. I found the comic goofiness of it to be charming. The team-up story brings together three heroines--Carol Danvers, aka Captain Marvel (Brie Larson), Monica Rambeau (Teyonah Parris), and Kamala Khan, aka Ms. Marvel (Iman Vellani). The chemistry between the three leads is excellent, and the film benefits from the wacky Flerken, cat-like creatures that are this team’s secret weapon.

Constellation (season 1, February 21) – This eight-part science fiction series stars Noomi Rapace and “Better Call Saul’s” Jonathan Banks. Rapace plays an astronaut named Jo, who returns to Earth after surviving a disaster in space. But the Earth she remembers is much different than the one she now occupies. Like Apple’s hit “For All Mankind,” “Constellation” continues the platform’s substantial investment in fascinating science fiction stories.

Argylle (February 2) – Director Matthew Vaughn (see the “Kingsman” franchise) dives into another spy tale with “Argylle,” the story of an introverted novelist who is pulled into the wrong-doings of an underground syndicate. Henry Cavill, Dua Lipa, Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Rockwell, and others make up the attractive ensemble.

Restore Point (February 8) – Based on the trailers, this science fiction crime tale looks incredible. The story takes place in central Europe in the year 2041. A detective named Em (Andrea Mohylová) investigates the murder of a couple. She’s assisted by something referred to as the restoration team, who can bring one of the murdered back to life. The visuals look sumptuous and reminiscent somewhat of “Blade Runner.”

Lisa Frankenstein (February 9) – Oscar-winning writer Diablo Cody (see 2008’s “Juno”) pens what’s been colorfully dubbed a “coming of RAGE story.” When the teenage crush of Lisa (Kathryn Newton) dies and is then fantastically brought back to life, the two seek love and happiness while leaving a trail of comic death and satirical destruction in their wake.

Suncoast (February 9) – This drama was originally to debut on Hulu, but it’s getting a small theatrical push. “Suncoast” is a semi-autobiographical story of a teen girl dealing with the grave illness of her brother while also trying to have a regular high school life—Nico Parker stars along with Laura Linney and Woody Harrelson.

Bob Marley: One Love (February 14) – Kingsley Ben-Adir (see “One Night in Miami…”) stars as the legendary reggae artist Bob Marley in this glimpse at a pivotal time in his life. Trailers tease an immersive and handsomely shot film that captures the turmoil of the time and the music that helped to define the conflicts and protests.

Madam Web (February 14) – Apart from the MCU, Sony’s Marvel projects have been responsible for the likes of the “Spider-Man” and “Venom” films, and “Madam Web” is an attempt to expand its footprint with another comic book adaptation from the same collection of minor characters. Dakota Johnson stars as Cassandra Webb, a New York City EMT who develops clairvoyance. This new power forces her to protect three young women from a superpowered villain who seeks to kill them.

Drive-Away Dolls (February 23) – Director Ethan Coen, one half of the Oscar-winning brother duo the Coen Brothers, goes it alone in bringing this comedy thriller to the screen. Margaret Qualley and Geraldine Viswanathan play Jamie and Marian, two young women drawn into a world of crime when they take a trip to Tallahassee in hopes of a fresh start. From watching the trailers, things get wild, as the car they rent might have something valuable in the trunk. The cast is deep with talent featuring Colman Domingo, Pedro Pascal, Matt Damon, and a host of recognizable faces.

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Yamaha establishes Pollinator Garden with help of Welsh Elementary students

By ELLIE WHITE-STEVENS, Special to The Weekly Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Company in Newnan is committed to inspiring the love of the outdoors, sustaining the natural environment and ecosystems, and supporting local education initiatives.

A recent event at the Yamaha facility grounds allowed the company to combine all these worthwhile endeavors.

Students from the Kiwanis Kids (K-Kids) program at Welch Elementary School in Newnan paid a visit to take part in planting a pollinator garden. It was a great opportunity to get hands-on experience with STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) activities while getting away from the classroom and enjoying outdoor life.

“The kids are going to walk away with a seed packet, a pair of gardening gloves, and a small shovel,” said Yamaha spokesman Jason Broshear. “The point is to give them a lesson that supplements what they’re learning in the classroom that they can then apply in their own backyards.”

Pictured above: Welsh Elementary students explore the concept of pollinator gardens during a visit to Yamaha, actively participating in the planting of one on the company’s campus.

Yamaha officials had wanted for some time to have their property evaluated for biodiversity purposes, so they brought in the Maine-based consulting firm Woodard and Curran. One of the recommendations received from that study was a pollinator garden. It was about the same time that Mary Thompson, a teacher at Welch known affectionately as “Coach T,” told Broshear she was looking for a community service project for her K-Kids group. It was a natural fit.

“I have a great working relationship with Jason and the people at Yamaha. They’ve been very, very beneficial in helping our school,” said Thompson, referring to her previous post at Ruth Hill Elementary before coming to Welch this year.

A pollinator garden is a type of garden designed to grow specific nectar- and pollen-producing plants in a way that attracts pollinating insects. As Broshear pointed out, it is an important habitat to cultivate in areas that are prone to be negatively impacted by development.

“We’re planting actual plants, so they’ll get established in the fall and then by spring and early summer we’re hoping that the area will be in full bloom and then a couple years down the road it’ll probably be really mature,” he said.

Raina Singleton, an ecologist for Woodard and Curran, participated in the survey of the property and later was tasked with giving the students a few minutes of basic instruction before they started getting their hands in the dirt.

“I think in this age and time, a lot of people are disconnected from the outdoor environment, and we spend a lot of time on our computers and interacting through our devices,” said Singleton. “And a lot of people don’t have much experience doing things outdoors. Pollinator plantings, like any that use native or non-traditional plants, can be more intricate than one might imagine.

There is more to it than just throwing out some seeds and waiting for them to grow.”

But the young students were excited to get involved, which thrilled Thompson when she spoke about it during the actual planting.

“They are such leaders,” she said of this year’s K-Kids group. “This is probably the most phenomenal group I’ve had of leaders and servants. Look at them digging over here. I’m just excited to see that they have a heart for service, and they are so excited to do this for our community as well as our partners at Yamaha.”

Beau Stapleton, student president of K-Kids, was asked what he thought about the pollinator garden.

“I think it would be inspired for other K-Kids and people to do the same too,” he said. “And it’s helping the environment. So far I’ve been working on the back one near the bush and helping others a little [with planting].”

From Yamaha’s perspective, this project is just one part of an effort to get all of the company’s manufacturing sites in North America on track for carbon neutrality by 2035. That includes making equipment more energy-efficient and installing on-site solar to generate CO2-free electricity. But this garden will be something the Yamaha employees in Newnan can enjoy every day.

“We’re going to put up some signage with a plaque that explains what it is and why we’re doing it,” he said.

“Hopefully we will expand the plaques across the walking path just to educate and market to our employees what we’re doing to give back to the community and the environment.”

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The 2024 Southern LitFest and Some Cozy Read Recommendations

It has been an interesting 2024 so far with freezing cold temperatures. My favorite way to warm up is to curl up under a fuzzy blanket with a cozy book. Cozy books have surged in popularity since the COVID-19 pandemic. Books that are termed cozy usually have low stakes with fun characters, often in a small town.

They stay away from really serious topics and make you feel happy after reading.

books. These are lovely books about found family, quirky small-town characters and are just so full of love.

This is one of my favorite series and I return to it again and again.

Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree: This is a cozy fantasy story about an orc who decides she is tired of fighting and wants to live a quiet and simple life. Viv decides to open a coffee shop in a small town. This story is set in a world where the concept of coffee is very new. I loved reading about how Viv introduces coffee to this small town. This is also a tale of found family, magic and the joy of belonging. I found this book to be very sweet and heartwarming.

I Capture the Castle by Dodie Smith: This is another classic childhood favorite. Cassandra and her family are living in a crumbling castle. The main format of the book is Cassandra writing in her journal. So, we get a very up close and personal look into her thoughts, experiences and dreams. There are some really interesting people who surround Cassandra. This is a coming-of-age story with absolutely breath-taking writing that (no pun intended) captures your imagination. I also love books about young girls who want to be writers so this is definitely a favorite of mine (add the Betsy-Tacy books, Emily of New Moon and Pat of Silver Bush to this list). This book makes me happy every time I pick it up.

Susan Crutchfield is the director of the Carnegie Library in Historic Downtown Newnan. She also is a professional photographer and enjoys volunteering with the Newnan ArtRez and the Newnan Theatre Company. 

Another thing that has been helping me stay warm is the fun of planning the 2024 Southern LitFest with the Newnan Carnegie Library Foundation. This amazing event will occur June 7th & 8th and we are excited to bring some amazing authors to Newnan. We will be having some great events including an amazing Local Author Showcase and a fun kid’s program at the Newnan Theatre Company. We are also excited to welcome authors, Sally Bethea, Gwen Roland and photographer C.C. Lockwood. And together with the Newnan Cultural Arts Commission the big fundraiser of the weekend will be a special appearance from columnist, novelist, and stand-up storyteller, Sean Dietrich. Stay tuned to the Newnan Carnegie Library Foundation social media as we roll out all the exciting details in the next few weeks.

Mark your calendars for this amazing weekend.

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Hopefully the cold weather will be drifting away but just in case here are a few of my favorite cozy books.

Emily Wilde’s Encyclopedia of Fairies by Heather Fawcett: This is a beautiful book about faeries and the search for more information about the Fair Folk. Emily Wilde is a Cambridge professor who is writing an encyclopedia of faeries so the whole book is told in that format. I love when books weave fairy tales throughout their pages. This book is beautifully written.

Anne of Green Gables series by L. M. Montgomery: This is definitely a classic book that is well known for its story of an orphan who finds a home in Avonlea. I would recommend the whole series of eight

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CHEF …

The Chefs column highlights our local culinary masters. They share a recipe that has a lot of meaning to them and thankfully, how to make it. (Well at least most of it, sometimes secrets must remain that.) This month’s chef is …

Chef Josh Bratton with Cleaver and Cork I got a pretty late start in the restaurant industry, starting in my early thirties. But it turned out I kind of excelled at it and finally found something I loved. I wanted to learn everything I could about cooking.

❏ 1 teaspoon dry or ½ teaspoon fresh chopped Rosemary ❏ Dijon Mustard ❏ Salt/Pepper ❏ 2 eggs ❏ 2 oz. unsalted butter ❏ 1/8 cup Avocado oil

In the kitchen, I started as an expo (prep food to go out) and out of boredom started helping the prep cooks. After a little pushing and hard work, I got a line cook position where I learned the basics.

I soon realized cooking for the masses with mediocre menus and dishes wasn’t where I wanted to be. So I moved on to restaurants that put creativity and quality in the hands of the chefs and that’s where the fun and passion kicked in. As I continued to learn and progress, I became the head chef of a restaurant and then moved on to one of the most successful companies in Atlanta, where one of their restaurants was awarded a Michelin Star.

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In a pan heat the avocado oil on medium/high heat until shimmering.

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Season beef with salt and pepper. Sear beef on all sides, ends included, for 2 minutes. Remove and chill 20 minutes. Searing all sides not only adds flavor but it helps to keep the juices from leaking out.

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Beef Wellington is an absolute classic dish that few people are willing to take the time and effort to make. And I wanted to make it for Valentine’s Day this year. I love the fact it will take me hours to make them properly because I want to make dishes that will leave a lasting memory of an occasion like Valentine’s Day.

In a pan melt butter on medium heat, add shallots/garlic and cook 2 minutes. Add mushrooms, thyme, rosemary, pinch of salt and pepper. This is a very important step. You must cook all of this to get as much moisture out as possible. Once you think you’ve cooked it enough you probably haven’t so keep going. Once you stop seeing liquid in the bottom of the pan remove and chill at least 15 minutes. This is called a mushroom duxelles.

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P.S. I still need a valentine this year and will be accepting applications for the position at info@ cleaverandcork.net

Next, get a sheet of plastic wrap laid over a cutting board. On this lay Prosciutto out overlapping each piece slightly. Three pieces on the bottom and three on the top. The prosciutto should essentially look like a sheet of paper that will be used to wrap the beef and mushroom duxelles in.

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Once the prosciutto in in place take out the mushroom duxelles and make an even layer over the prosciutto leaving about 1/2” space around the edges.

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Remove the beef and add a generous layer of Dijon Mustard over the whole piece. Lay in the center of the prosciutto/duxelles and using the plastic wrap start to fold and roll it as tight as possible. Once that is done roll in a fresh piece of plastic wrap roll and tighten as much as possible making sure the ends are rolled tightly as well. Chill for at least 30 minutes.

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At this time add one whole egg, one egg yolk, and 2 tablespoons of water to a bowl and whisk.

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On a cutting board lay out puff pastry. Brush edges about 1”, with some of the egg mix. Remove beef from plastic wrap and roll tightly in puff pastry. Trim excess pastry. Tuck and close up the ends. Once again, roll this tightly in plastic wrap and chill 30 minutes.

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Preheat oven to 400f. Remove Wellington from plastic wrap and evenly brush egg wash over the whole Wellington. Place this on a foil-lined pan and cook for 35 minutes. Remove and let rest for 10 minutes. Slice into 1” slices.

Then I was contacted by Audrey of Cleaver and Cork and offered a position, which I love to this day.

There’s a real romance in food for me because it brings people together and some of the best memories people have are being surrounded by the food we eat. I do miss the kitchen, but the life of a chef is not an easy one and with Cleaver and Cork I get the best of both worlds. I get to work with the finest quality products that few people have access to, interact with and educate customers all while having a quality of life.

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Interesting facts about this year’s Super Bowl

Now that Super Bowl LVIII is set with the Kansas City Chiefs facing the San Francisco 49ers, let’s take a look at some of the facts surrounding the game – both present and past – from a myriad of published reports.

• The 2024 game will take place on Sunday, February 11 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

Kickoff is at 6:30 p.m. It will be the first time Las Vegas has hosted the Super Bowl.

• This year’s game will be Super Bowl 58 (LVIII) and televised by CBS, Nickelodeon and Paramount+ and streamed on NFL+, NFL.com and the NFL app.

• The CBS Broadcast Team will be Jim Nantz (play-by-play), Tony Romo (color commentary) and Tracy Wolfson, Evan Washburn and Jay Feeley as the sideline reporters and Gene Steratore (rules analyst).

• Grammy-winning R&B singer Usher will perform the halftime show.

• Country Music Hall of Famer Reba McEntire will sing the National Anthem and Grammynominated Post Malone will sing America the Beautiful during pregame ceremonies.

• Tickets for Super Bowl LVIII, available on Ticketmaster, start at $11,363 before fees. This follows the trend of previous years, where official ticket vendors priced tickets between $2,500 and $10,000, with secondary market prices slightly higher.

• Last year’s 38-35 victory by the Kansas City Chiefs over the Philadelphia Eagles in Phoenix was the most-watched U.S. telecast of all-time with 115.1 million viewers.

• The first Super Bowl took place on January 15, 1967 between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Green Bay Packers in Los Angeles. Green Bay won 35-10. QB Bart Starr of the Packers was the MVP. • Tickets for the very first Super Bowl in 1967 cost an average of $6. The average cost of a ticket to the past five Super Bowls is $6,382.

• Last year, some 50 million Amercans placed bets on the Super Bowl totaling an estimated $16 billion.

• Each team playing in the game gets 108 footballs with 54 for practice and 54 for the actual game. In a typical Super Bowl, around 120 balls are used.

• Sarah Thomas was the first female to referee in a Super Bowl (2021).

• The New England Patriots have appeared in the most Super Bowls – 11. The Dallas Cowboys, Pittsburgh Steelers, Denver Broncos and San Francisco 49ers are next with 8.

• The player with the most Super Bowl wins is Tom Brady with 7 and the coach with the most Super Bowl wins is Bill Belichick with 8.

• The player with the most MVP awards in a Super Bowl is Tom Brady with 5, while Joe Montana is next with 3. Last year’s Super Bowl MVP was QB Patrick Mahomes.

• Players on the Super Bowl winning team will receive a check for $157,000 while the players on the losing team get $82,000.

• Miami has hosted the Super Bowl the most with 11, followed next by New Orleans with 10.

• The Lombardi Trophy, which is awarded to the Super Bowl winning team, weighs 7 pounds and costs $50,000.

• In 2024, a 30-second Super Bowl ad will cost an average of $7 million. The first Super Bowl TV ads in 1967 went for $40,000.

• Americans will eat around 1.4 billion chicken wings on Super Bowl Sunday.

• 12 teams have never won a Super Bowl – Cincinnati, Detroit, Jacksonville, Houston, Minnesota, Buffalo, Atlanta, Carolina, Arizona, Tennessee, Los Angeles Chargers and Cleveland.

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Sharpsburg native Drew Cronic named Offensive Coordinator at the Naval Academy

From Navy Midshipmen Football Press Release Navy head football coach Brian Newberry announced last week that Drew Cronic has joined the Navy football staff as offensive coordinator.

Cronic played quarterback for his father, Danny Cronic, at East Coweta High School before playing collegiately at Georgia. As a Bulldog, Cronic played wide receiver and was a member of the special teams, lettering twice and participating in the 1995 Peach Bowl and 1997 Outback Bowl.

Cronic comes to Navy from Mercer, where he put together a 28-17 (.622) record over the last four years, including a 22-10 (.688) mark in the rugged Southern Conference.

"I couldn't be more excited to welcome Drew and his family to Navy," said Newberry. "Coach Cronic is an outstanding person and one of the most well respected, creative and innovative coaches in the business. He's had great success as an offensive coordinator and as a head coach everywhere he's been.

He cares deeply about his players and has had a significant impact on the lives of the young men he's coached. I am thrilled to have him on our staff and to lead our offensive unit."

"It's an honor and a privilege to join Coach Newberry's staff at the premier Service Academy in the country," said Cronic. "My family and I are excited about the opportunity to work with the future leaders of our country and the great coaching staff that Coach Newberry has assembled. I am looking forward to the challenge of winning the Commander-In-Chief's Trophy and competing for the American Athletic Conference Championship."

A native of Sharpsburg, Georgia, Cronic is considered one of the more innovative offensive minds across all levels of college football. Driven by the motto "Raise the Bar," Cronic has been a head coach for a combined eight years at three different schools and has compiled a career record of 75-23 (.765) while also handling offensive coordinator duties that featured variations of the option offense.

Cronic and his wife, Amelia, have three sons, Noah, Elijah and Isaiah.

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