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Alan Jackson named CMT

‘Artist of a Lifetime’

From alanjackson.com

Country superstar and Newnan native Alan Jackson will be honored with the Artist of a Lifetime’ award at the 2022 CMT Artists of the Year celebration, joining the ranks of previ ous recipients Randy Travis, Reba McEntire, Loretta Lynn, Shania Twain, Kenny Rogers and Merle Haggard as he’s celebrated by his peers for a remarkable career spanning more than three decades.

Columnist LaTina Emerson breaks down why it’s important to get regular screening tests to detect and fight breast cancer in this month’s Health and Fitness.

“I believe I’ve made more videos than just about anybody, and I know how important they have been in bringing my songs to life for the fans, so thank you CMT for all the years and for this sweet honor,” Jackson says. “I’m very proud.”

Jess Barron of Lindsey’s Inc. Realtors gives our readers the latest on the local real estate market.

“We’re honored to recognize the incompa rable Alan Jackson as this year’s CMT Artist of a Lifetime.’ For more than 30 years, his traditional sound, iconic voice and beloved catalog of music has captivated audiences across the globe and his talent as a recording artist and songwriter are simply unmatched,” shared CMT producers. CMT Artists of the Year will air as a 90-minute special on the network, premiering Friday, October 14 at 9 p.m.

Angela McRae decides to cool it on the “pumpkin spice” this month and instead, shares a Caramel Apple Cobbler recipe.

Changes can be bittersweet as Kathy Bohannon

in her Front Porch stories October edition.

Jackson’s history with CMT runs deep. He has made and released nearly 60 iconic music videos, starting with his debut single…two of which were honored as the CMA Video of the Year (“Chattahoochee” and “Midnight in Montgomery”), another recognized as the ACM Video of the Year (“Drive (For Daddy Gene)”). He was honored as a “CMT Giant” in 2008…and he received the inaugural Impact Award at the 2014 CMT Music Awards. Jackson has also ranked Number 1 on both CMT’s 40 Greatest Songs of the Decade and CMT’s fan-voted 20 Greatest Men in Country Music lists.

Open Enrollment for 2023 Medicare begins on November 1. Our senior living expert Beth Dow says to find out all you can if you are new to Medicare.

The Artist of a Lifetime honor is just the latest event in a year that’s already proven mem orable for the entertainer. Jackson has been playing to full houses and sellout crowds on his Last Call: One More for the Road Tour since its early summer launch (the tour heads to the West this weekend with stops in Phoenix, AZ and Anaheim, CA…continuing next weekend with a swing to the Northeast that brings over three decades of music to At lantic City, NJ and Pittsburgh, PA). He recently unveiled Silverbelly, a premium bourbon whiskey distilled exclusively for – and hand-selected by – the country superstar, which is available in several states and continues its nationwide rollout this fall. And AJ’s Good Time Bar, his four-story honky-tonk in the heart of downtown Nashville featuring daily live music and a rooftop view of Music City remains a top draw for tourists and locals alike.

In addition to Jackson as this year’s Artist of a Lifetime, the 2022 CMT Artists of the Year special will showcase previously announced honorees Carly Pearce, Cody Johnson, Kane Brown, Luke Combs and Walker Hayes.

Photo credit: alanjackson.com

Notes from Jackson Street

I walk through the door with the nurse and in moments she has my breast nice and tight in an x-ray machine for my yearly mammogram. Moments later she says , “Mrs. Winters, don’t breathe, don’t move … NOW Breathe… DON’T BREATHE, DON’T MOVE.

And I’m thinking to myself, “Really, how can I move?” My breast is smashed flat as a pancake. Trust me, I couldn’t move and I wasn’t going anywhere.

I feel like I’ve heard that phrase, “don’t breathe, don’t move,” more than a million times throughout my life. Taking care of your health and being your best involves hearing those words many times over a woman’s lifetime.

One mammogram many years back was, at first, like all the others. Twenty minutes of the “don’t move, don’t breathe” routine. After we finished, the nurse looked at me and said, “We will call you if anything seems out of the norm within two or three days.” Two to three days feels like an eternity to a woman after a mammogram.

And like clockwork, three days later while I was shopping away in one of my favorite stores and having the best old time, I got a call …

“Mrs. Winters?”

“Yes.” I said.

Mom and Me

“We need you to come back,” the nurse said. “We need to take a few more images.”

My knees went weak and I held back some tears. I said to myself, “Do not freak out. Don’t overreact. It is probably nothing, but who knows, maybe not. It wasn’t nothing for many other women.”

As I headed to the hospital the second time around I wasn’t quite sure what to pray. But I prayed anyway. I prayed I was healthy. I prayed the doctors and nurses had great wisdom and discernment. Then I simply said “Lord whatever I face and whatever the tests show we face it together.”

So here I go. I was back for more images … don’t breathe, don’t move … Don’t Breathe, Don’t Move …NOW Breathe, DON’T BREATHE, DON’T MOVE. Again, I am thinking, “How could I breathe or move when my breast is flattened like a pancake and … the same routine.

Fortunately, they did not find anything in that second checkup.

And now, we have 3D imaging mammograms available. These machines require much fewer images and provide greater clarity. So needless to say you will hear “don’t breathe, don’t move” a whole lot less.

During this month of Breast Cancer Awareness, I want to lift up the families of those who have lost loved ones to breast cancer. And we also want to celebrate all the breast cancer survivors.

I have so many friends who are breast cancer survivors and many discovered their own cancer. My dear friend Vonda from high school was just 40 years old when she found her own lump and she had a double mastectomy. She is alive and well, 16 years cancer-free. Emily Chandler Westergreen, owner of Underground Runway, was just 37 when she discovered she had breast cancer, she had a double mastectomy and has been cancer free five years now! Donna Owen, who is the owner of Parlor 34 Hair was 45 and then 60 when she had breast cancer and is now almost two years cancer free. I share their stories to give us all hope and encouragement.

We live in amazing times, which includes huge advancements in medical research and specialized equipment. And we are blessed to have many of the top breast cancer centers right here in our community. Mammograms may not catch everything, but they are still an important part of breast health. I urge you to get your yearly mammogram and do your monthly breast exams. Be your own advocate if something does not feel right, don’t wait to get it checked out.

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Get Regular Screening Tests to Detect and Fight Breast Cancer

Besides skin cancers, breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women, according to the American Cancer Society.

Finding breast cancer early can help save lives, and getting regular screening tests is the most reliable way to achieve this.

During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, District 4 of the Georgia Department of Public Health is reminding women about the importance of early detection, knowing their risk factor and when to begin annual screenings.

Why is early detection important?

Finding breast cancer early (when it’s small, hasn’t spread and might be easier to treat) can help prevent deaths.

Women should be familiar with how their breasts usually look and feel and immediately report any changes to their health care provider.

Breast cancer screening advice

For women at average risk for breast cancer, the American Cancer Society offers the following recommendations:

• Women ages 40 to 44 can choose to start yearly breast cancer screening with a mammogram (x-ray of the breast).

• Women ages 45 to 54 should get a mammogram every year.

• Women 55 and older can either continue yearly screenings or switch to a mammogram every two years.

• Screening should continue if a woman is in good health and expected to live at least 10 more years.

In addition to a mammogram, women at high risk for breast cancer, either because of their family history, a genetic mutation or other risk factors, should be screened with MRI. They should talk with a health care provider about their breast cancer risk to determine the best screening plan.

Racial and ethnic differences

The American Cancer Society reports differences in breast cancer risk and outcomes based on race and ethnicity:

• Black women are slightly younger when they’re diagnosed with breast cancer (60 years old) compared to white women (63 years old).

• Black women have the highest death rate from breast cancer. About one in five Black women with breast cancer have triple-negative breast cancer, more than any other racial or ethnic group.

• Black women have a higher chance of developing breast cancer before the age of 40 compared to white women.

• At all ages, Black women are more likely to die from breast cancer than any other race or ethnic group.

• White and Asian/Pacific Islander women are more likely to be diagnosed with localized breast cancer than Black, Hispanic and American Indian/Alaska Native women.

• Asian/Pacific Islanders have the lowest death rate from breast cancer.

• American Indian/Alaska Natives have the lowest rates of developing breast cancer.

Other breast cancer risk factors

The National Breast Cancer Foundation

outlines some breast cancer risk factors based on a number of demographics:

• Gender: Breast cancer occurs nearly 100 times more often in women compared to men.

• Age: Two out of three women with invasive cancer are diagnosed after age 55.

• Race: Breast cancer is diagnosed more often in Caucasian women than women of other races.

• Obesity: Obesity is a risk factor for both men and women.

• Family history and genetics: If a person’s mother, sister, father or child has been diagnosed with breast or ovarian cancer, they have a higher risk of being diagnosed with breast cancer in the future. The risk increases if the relative was diagnosed before the age of 50.

• Personal health history: If a person has been diagnosed with breast cancer in one breast, there’s an increased risk of being diagnosed with breast cancer in the other breast in the future. The risk increases if abnormal breast cells have previously been detected, such as atypical hyperplasia, lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS) or ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS).

• Menstrual and reproductive history: Women who had an early menstruation (before age 12), had late menopause (after age 55), had their first child at an older age or have never given birth can also have increased risk for breast cancer.

• Genome changes: Mutations in certain genes, such as BRCA1 and BRCA2, can increase a person’s risk for breast cancer, which can be determined through genetic testing. Individuals with a family history of breast cancer may consider undergoing this testing. These gene mutations can be passed along to their children.

• Dense breast tissue: Having dense breast tissue can increase a person’s risk for breast cancer and make lumps harder to detect. Several states have passed laws requiring physicians to disclose if a woman’s mammogram indicates she has dense breasts so she’s aware of this risk.

Women should ask their physician if they have dense breasts and how to proceed.

Breast cancer statistics

Here are some recent breast cancer statistics from the National Breast Cancer Foundation:

• In 2022, 287,500 estimated new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women in the United States, in addition to 51,400 new cases of non-invasive (in situ) breast cancer.

• Sixty-five percent of breast cancer cases are

saves l ives Early detection

Schedule your mammogram today.

The American College of Radiology (ACR) guidelines recommend a baseline mammogram at the age of 40 and a yearly screening afterwards for women of average risk.

Empower yourself and book your mammogram today at piedmontmammo.org or schedule on the Piedmont MyChart patient portal.

Real Es tate Weekly

Real Estate Market Update

with Jess Barron

The real estate market continues to shift from a seller’s market to a more neutral market. We are seeing homes listed take much longer to sell. There are more sellers reducing their list prices. The real estate market was so strong in the spring of 2022 that you were rarely seeing price reductions. Things have changed.

We are seeing an increase in properties listed for sale. At the time I am writing this, there are 398 residential listings for sale in Coweta County. We were typically dealing with only 140 listings for sale just a few months ago. At the same time, mortgage rates have increased dramatically. Mortgage rates nearly touched seven percent during the week of September 19,

2022. This is the highest rates have been in years. The mortgage rates increase curbed buyer enthusiasm as we are seeing less buyers with less buying power. So, all of this should decrease property prices, right? This is not the case at all right now.

Per the Georgia Multiple Listing Service (GAMLS), the average sales price in Coweta County in August 2021 was $383,732. In August of 2022 the average sales price jumped over 17% to $451,410. Despite an increase in supply (listings) and decrease in demand (less buyers), the price has increased. This is quite an unusual real estate market. This does show the value in Coweta County real estate right now.

So, what does the future hold? We are entering our seasonally “slow” time of the year in real estate. We sell less houses in the fall and winter than the spring and summer. I do expect prices to simmer down. Regarding mortgage rates, the Federal National Mortgage Association, known as Fannie Mae, and the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, known as Freddie Mac, both have predicted that mortgage rates will decrease closer to 4% in 2023. This should increase the number of buyers and strengthen their buying power (they can afford more). The real estate market is more volatile now than it has been in a very long time, but prices continue to stay strong here in Coweta County.

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

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FRIDAY, SATURDAY, WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY

■ Ghost Wineries Wine Tastings at Senoia’s The Classic Market Oct. 14, 15, 19 & 22, starting at 6:30 p.m. $35 per person includes 6 (one ounce) pours of wine from a famous ghost winery, a glass of wine, and charcuterie board food pairings. Limited seating Must RSVP and pay in advance. 6:30 p.m. 15 Main St., Suite 1B. 770.727.9140 theclassicmarketsenoia.com

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■ Georgia Preservation Trust (GPT) Fall Ramble a tour of area structures of historic architecture …

• Friday’s tour begins at the Newnan-Coweta Historical Society’s McRitchie-Hollis Museum located at 74 Jackson Street. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Ramblers will receive a tour of the 1937 house-turned-museum before setting off to visit homes located primarily in the downtown districts. That evening, early ticket purchasers will converge at the Newnan Historic Train Depot to enjoy cocktails and dinner.

• On Saturday, packets can be picked up at Central Baptist Church from 8 to 10 a.m. and Carl Miller Park from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meal options are available and early ticket purchasers can opt to partake in the dinner held at the University of West Georgia Newnan Campus, which was formerly Newnan Hospital.

• Sunday, Oct. 16, the fall Ramble will move to Chattahoochee Hills and feature Cherry Hollow Farm, Muscadine Manor, the 16-acre John H. Beavers House, and a Q&A at the Farmhouse Restaurant with Serenbe founder Steve Nygren. For more information and tickets, www.georgiatrust.org

October 15, SATURDAY

■ MGEV Fall Plant Sale 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Feel free to bring your wagons and boxes for easier shopping, but please leave pets at home. 255 Pine Road, Newnan

■ Senoia Optimist Club BBQ Fundraiser 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The barbecue will be held at the Senoia Farmers’ Market, 40 Travis St. The proceeds will be used to fight childhood cancer and also help with local youth initiatives. You can pre-order by contacting an active member of the local Optimist Club or by calling 770.599.0993, 770.312.9300, or 302.981.4794. Orders or questions can also be emailed to the club at senoiaoptimistclub@gmail.com

October 15 & 16, SATURDAY & SUNDAY

■ Hummingbird Festival downtown Hogansville hummingbirdfestival.com

October 17, MONDAY

■ Red Cross Blood Drive at Newnan Church of Christ 2 to 7 p.m., 2675 Hwy 34 East, Newnan. redcrossblood.org

October 20-23, 27-30, THURSDAYS- SUNDAYS

■ NTC’S THE MOUSETRAP Suspect everyone in this classic Agatha Christie mystery. 24 First Ave., 770.683.6282 newnantheatre.org

October 20, THURSDAY

■ Goodwill Fall Job Fair at First United Methodist Church 4 to 6 p.m., Old Navy, Kroger, Goodwill, Chipolte, Chicken Salad

Weekly Kitchen

with Angela

Enjoy the rich flavors of fall with Caramel Apple Cobbler

Not everyone likes pumpkin spice. So while I’ve had pumpkin spice Moon Pies and some pumpkin spice tea and even pumpkin spice cheese this year (tasty!), I decided to cool it on the pumpkin spice foods and share, instead, a caramel-apple-inspired recipe this month. I absolutely love caramel apples, but who first thought of this brilliant pairing?

According to Nationaltoday.com, a Kraft Foods employee was tasked with finding a use for all the leftover caramels one Halloween. “Figuring out a way to use up these extra caramels,” the site says, “the confectioner, Dan Walker, decided to melt them and covered the apples with the melted caramel, creating an immediate autumnal classic.” Bless him!

The apple is the star of the fruit world each fall, and with good reason. A nice, crunchy apple makes a great snack, and apple bits can turn up in everything from quick breads and pound cakes to applesauce, apple butter, and other apple-filled foods.

I had a few extra apples on hand recently and decided to try them in a favorite cobbler recipe. First, I cooked the apples with some brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon to give them a nice caramel flavor. I substituted them for the summer berries I usually add to cobblers, and the result was a big hit at my house.

A generous sprinkling of pecans makes the perfect crunchy topping, and drizzled with a little more caramel, this cobbler is the perfect treat to eat precisely once a year. Of course, if you really want to take it over the top, serve this hot out of the oven with a scoop of your best vanilla ice cream and enjoy!

Tomatoes,

Veggies, and Pumpkins

The Veggie Patch

Recipe

Caramel Apple Cobbler

o 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and sliced into thin wedges

(I used Honeycrisp apples)

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1 stick butter, divided use

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

2/3 cup sugar

1 cup milk

1/2 cup chopped pecans

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium saucepan over high heat, add ap ple slices, brown sugar, cinnamon, and 4 tablespoons of the butter. Combine all ingredients and stir until the butter has completely melted and mixture starts to bubble. Then on medium-high heat, continue stirring for 6-7 minutes until the apple slices have softened and the butter and sugar have reached a thin caramel consistency. Remove from heat.

Angela McRae is a freelance writer and editor from Newnan, and you can find out more about her work at angelamcrae.com. Email questions and comments to her at angelamcrae@charter.net

BARBEQUE

Senoia Optimist Club to host BBQ Fundraiser on October 15

The Optimist Club of Senoia will host its annual barbecue on Sat urday at the Senoia Farmers’ Market (40 Travis Street) from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The proceeds will be used to fight childhood cancer and also help with local youth initiatives.

Food featured at the barbecue will include the traditional Senoia recipe of Brunswick stew prepared by Carl, Jim, and Ray McKnight plus Bill Underwood along with many volunteers. Pulled pork will be prepared by Gerry Joseph of “1 Smokin’ Guy BBQ”.

All items are “to go”. Quarts of stew are $15, pounds of pulled pork are $18, and BBQ sandwiches are $8. A pork sandwich, chips and drink will be available for $10. Either contact an active member of the local Optimist Club or call 770.599.0993, 770.312.9300 or 302.981.4794 to place your order. You can also email the club at senoiaoptimistclub@gmailcom with your order or a question.

Inaugural Beef Festival

Sat., Oct. 22 in Carrollton

The inaugural Beef Festival will be held to promote the beef cattle industry in Carroll County and the great West Georgia area on Saturday, October 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Carroll County Ag Center located at 900 Newnan Road in Carrollton. The festival will feature a Beef Chili Cook-off, live cattle display, beef and farm-related vendors, kid’s activities, hay rides, face painting, hamburgers and hotdog plates for $5 and ice cream by Butter’dudder. It’s free to attend but some activities require you to pay as you go by purchasing tickets at the event. The beef Chili Cook-Off contest is $10 to enter and prizes will be awarded. For more information contact Paula Burke at 770.836.8546.

Chick, Olive Garden, Chick-fil-A, Food Depot, Cracker Barrel, The Honey Baked Ham Store and many more. goodwillsr.org 33 Greenville St., Newnan, GA 30263.

October 21, FRIDAY

■ NJSL 10th Annual Sporting Clay Shoot 8 a.m., Lake Blalock. Proceeds from the event support the annual Christmas in Newnan and NJSL Scholarship programs.e.givesmart.com/ events/slb/ njslsportingclays@gmail.com

■ Senoia Alive! After Five Summer Concert Night market with craft vendors, food trucks, live music, kids activities, late night shopping and more! 5 to 10 p.m., AND Hallo-Woof! Dog Costume Contest at Senoia Alive After Five

October 22, SATURDAY

■ Senoia Farmers Market 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 40 Travis St. Produce, vendors and artisans. EVERY Saturday.

■ HOWL-O-WEEN Pet Parade & Costume Contest Join Friends of LINC & City of Newnan Leisure Services at C. Jay Smith Park, 92 Farmer St., for a pet parade and costume contest. 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Contact Katie Mosely, 678.673.5506 for information, registration.

■ Keep Newnan Beautiful Paint Recycling behind Newnan City Hall, 25 LaGrange St. Fees will apply and discounts are available for city of Newnan residents.

■ Autumn Acres Festival at Cornerstone UMC 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. A community-wide event featuring a senior health fair, crafts booths, food trucks, costumes, candy. 2956 Sharpsburg McCollum Rd., Newnan, cornerstonenewnan.org/connect

■ Main Street Newnan Spirits & Spice Festival 2 to 7 p.m. Event attendees will be able to get their “boos” on by walking the Downtown Spirits Trail and purchasing special ty cocktails at different participating locations, spice things up by tasting numerous types of chilis at the Chili Cook-Off, and have some skele-fun on the Twisted Trolley Tour ride. Live music, craft market, and activities for kids. mainstreetnewnan.com

■ Hocus Pocus Movie in the Park Greenville Street Park. 8 p.m. Bring a blanket or lawn chair! If we have inclement weather,

the movie will be shown at the Wadsworth Auditorium. Presented by City of Newnan Leisure Services.

October 27, THURSDAY

■ The Contenders at The Nixon Centre

7 p.m. Folk-icana duo Tickets $20 adult; $15 senior / student; $5 CCSS employee. For more info visit thenixoncentre.net, 770.254. ARTS, 1523 Lower Fayetteville Rd., Newnan

October 28-29 & 30, FRIDAY-SATURDAY & SUNDAY

■ Southern Arc Dance’s Dracula presented by Newnan Cultural Arts Commis sion Friday/Saturday at 7 p.m; Sunday at 3 p.m. $30 adult; $15 children under 12. Wad sworth Auditorium, 25 Jefferson St. Contact Southern Arc Dance 770.683.3724 for more information • www.southernarcdance.org

October 29, SATURDAY

■ The Autumn Chase 5K Returns Newnan Utilities Park, 70 Sewell Rd, Newnan 5K race - 8:30 a.m. • 1-Mile Fun Run - 9 a.m. • Tot Trot - 9:10 a.m. If you would like to register for the race, for info please visit http://give.piedmont.org/autumnchase Questions? Contact Colleen Alrutz at 770.254.3550 or email Colleen.Alrutz@ piedmont.org

■ Rain Barrel Workshop Join KNB and Newnan Utilities from 10 to 11 a.m. for a rain barrel make-n-take workshop. Limited spaces available. $10 registration fee required. To register call 678-673-5505 or email knb@newnanga.gov

Preregistered participants leave with a full size rain barrel. Limit of 1 barrel per household.

■ 5th Annual Newnan Police Car Show at Coweta County Fairgrounds, 275 Pine Road, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

October 31, MONDAY HALLOWEEN

■ Munchkin Masquerade Main Street Newnan’s downtown Trick-or-Treat for the little ones! From 10 a.m., ending by noon. mainstreetnewnan.com

■ Red Cross Blood Drive at Unity Baptist 2 to 7 p.m., 311 Smokey Road, Newnan. redcrossblood.org

YOUR PREMIER EVENTS

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL

Central Christian (2-5)

Oct. 7 – Sherwood Christian ... L, 14-49

Fri., Oct. 14 – Open

East Coweta (4-3)

Oct. 7 – at Carrollton ... L, 28-38

Fri., Oct. 14 – at Campbell (Smyrna), 7:30 p.m.

Heritage School (6-0)

Oct. 7 – Open

Fri., Oct. 14 – at Westfield School (Perry), 7:30 p.m.

Newnan (3-4)

Oct. 7 – Alexander (HC) ... W, 34-33

Fri., Oct. 14 – Open

Northgate (2-5)

Oct. 7 – McIntosh ... W, 37-0

Thurs., Oct. 13 – at Northside (Columbus), 7:30 pm

Trinity Christian (5-2)

Oct. 7 – at Whitewater ... W, 27-23

Fri., Oct. 14 – Open

PRO SPORTS

MLB – Atlanta Braves (101-61)

National League Division Series (Best of 5)

Tues., Oct. 11 – Philadelphia Phillies, 1:07 pm – FOX

Wed., Oct. 12 – Philadelphia Phillies, 4:35 pm – FOX

Fri., Oct. 14 – at Philadelphia Phillies, TBD – FS1

Sat., Oct. 15 – at Philadelphia Phillies, TBD – FS1**

Sun., Oct. 16 – Philadelphia Phillies, TBD – FS1** ** if necessary

MLS – Atlanta United (10-14-10)

Oct. 9 – at New York City FC ... L, 1-2 ... end of season

NBA – Atlanta Hawks (2-0 preseason)

Wed., Oct. 12 – at Cleveland Cavaliers, 7 pm – BSSE** Thurs., Oct. 14 – at New Orleans Pelicans, 8 pm – BSSE** ** denotes preseason game

NFL – Atlanta Falcons (2-3)

Oct. 9 – at Tampa Bay Buccaneers ... L, 15-21

Sun., Oct. 16 – San Francisco 49ers, 1 pm – FOX

BSS – Bally Sports South • BSSE – Bally Sports Southeast

HUNTING SEASON DATES – COWETA

Aug. 15 – Feb. 28 ... Squirrel, Opossum, Raccoon

Aug. 15 – March 15 ... Falconry (Squirrel)

Sept. 10 – Jan. 8 ... Deer (Archery)

Oct. 1 – March 15 ... Falconry (Rabbit, Quail, Grouse)

Oct. 8 – Oct. 28 ... Sora and Rails / King & Clapper Rails

Oct. 8 – Oct. 23 ... Canada Goose / White Fronted Geese

Oct. 15 – Jan. 8 ... Deer (Primitive Weapons, Youth-Firearms)

Oct. 15 – Feb. 28 ... Grouse

Hunting & Fishing License Info: Call 1-800-366-2661 Visit https://georgiawildlife.com/licenses-permits-passes

LAKE LEVELS

Jackson Lake – Oct. 10 ... 526.62 ft. (Full 528 ft.)

Lake Allatoona – Oct. 10 ... 834.06 ft (Full 840 ft.)

Lake Harding – Oct. 10 ... 519.25 ft. (Full 520 ft.)

Lake Lanier – Oct. 10 ... 1,067.33 ft (Full 1,071 ft.)

Lake Martin, Ala. – Oct. 10 ... 489.39 ft. (Full 491 ft.)

Lake Wedowee, Ala. – Oct. 10 ... 791.62 ft. (Full 793.0 ft.)

West Point Lake – Oct. 10 ... 632.16 ft. (Full 635 ft.)

SUNRISE / SUNSET

Wednesday, Oct. 12 – Rise 7:41 am; Set 7:08 pm

Thursday, Oct. 13 – Rise 7:42 am; Set 7:07 pm

Friday, Oct. 14 – Rise 7:43 am; Set 7:06 pm

Saturday, Oct. 15 – Rise 7:44 am; Set 7:04 pm

Sunday, Oct. 16 – Rise 7:44 am; Set 7:03 pm

Monday, Oct. 17 – Rise 7:45 am; Set 7:02 pm

Tuesday, Oct. 18 – Rise 7:46 am; Set 7:01 pm

Zen Monkey’s News and Musings …

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In one day, the United Kingdom went from having a male prime minister and female queen to having a female prime minister and a male king.

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A 14-year-old girl was charged with arson for setting a fire at a Walmart in Peachtree City, according to police. The preliminary investigation found the fire was intentionally set in the paper goods aisle of the store, the Peachtree City Police Department said in a press release.

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The “Small Town Throwdown” concert at Ashley Park recently raised $53,000 for the Coweta Community Foundation. Headlining artist Brantley Gilbert led the concert lineup which also featured, LOCASH & Gyth Rigdon, & Dee Jay Silver. It was produced by Palmetto Entertainment.

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Eight hours of drinking is binge drinking; eight hours of TV is binge watching; but eight hours of sleep is not enough.

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For those of you who keep track of these kinds of statistics, Georgia ranked 19th for Happiest State, according to Wallethub. Also, Atlanta ranked 18th among best cities for coffee lovers.

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A fire destroyed the building housing the popular Heirloom Market and Bakery. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. The market was located on Hwy. 54 close to the Fayette County line.

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Hotel California is a negative Yelp review with a two-minute guitar solo.

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Welcome to the Nanny State: Tesla is recalling nearly 1.1 million vehicles in the US because the windows can pinch a person’s fingers when being rolled up. Tesla told US safety regulators that the automatic window reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction, per the AP.

are “pork on a stick.”

The Newnan Kiwanis said nearly 45,000 people attended the 2022 Kiwanis Coweta County Fair, which set a new attendance record for the annual event.This year’s Fair ran 11 days, Sept. 15 through Sept. 25, with an average daily attendance of just over 4,000. Fair Chairman Scott Cortner said new rides and entertainment were the focus of 2022. And nearly perfect late Summer, early Fall weather certainly didn’t hurt.

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The Coweta Samaritan Clinic has announced two additions to its staff. Amy Boren, RN, has been named Nurse Manager and Christy Van Drew has been added as Practice Manager. Two valued team members – Ginny Lyles and Peggie Lawson – had announced their respective retirements thus creating the need to add Boren and Van Drew to the staff.

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The only loser in an argument is the one who didn’t learn anything from it.

The Coweta County Board of Commissioners in partnership with the local Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is launching a Tornado Assistance Program to help unincorporated residents impacted by the March 2021 tornado. The program will initially focus on removing standing damaged trees within 125-feet of residences. Up to $10,000 may be allocated per parcel based on the site assessment.

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On September 16, 2022, the West Georgia Technical College Foundation celebrated the 20th annual Black Tie & Boots event. The event set a new record by raising a net profit of more than $150,000 in proceeds.

Dogs were much happier before TVs and cell phones came along.

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Kathy Bohannon’s Front Porch Stories

Changes

I’d like to think that at my age and place in life, there aren’t many roads I haven’t traveled, not many life moments I haven’t experienced.

here we go again.

I’m excited for this next adventure, yet it is bittersweet. We are moving to Statesboro to be closer to our son and his family. Like all kiddos, our Statesboro grandlittles are growing like weeds and we have missed so much by being nearly four hours away from them.

But there are two grandlittles here. Two that we have been blessed to be very close to for the past six years.

And there are friends. Friends here that are like family, lifelong friends. These are friends that I am having a very difficult time leaving.

But there are friends in and near Statesboro that are also lifelong. Friends that became family when we lived in Savannah for twenty years.

Twenty years in Moreland, twenty more years in Savannah and the last six here in Newnan.

My heart is torn but also rejoicing. I’m broken hearted but also so happy I can barely sleep. The stress of moving is legit, y’all. I work from home and don’t have time to pack, but I’m packing. I need sleep but I’m awake at night.

I know that everything will be fine, and like a flipped light switch, the ending of all this stress will be swift, as swift as it started.

The Statesboro Littles will be frequent, hopefully daily, visitors, just four houses away in a quiet neighborhood. I can just see the bicycles laying all over the yard, board games going full blast, crafting all sorts of things including those last-minute school projects. But I know I will hardly be able to wait to see our grandgirls visit.

It’s bittersweet.

But nothing can surpass the stress when we moved to Newnan. Our grandlittle Wren was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 16 months.

In a flurry of panic, we moved from our home in Savannah to our RV in a campground about an hour from Savannah. My husband had another year before retirement, and I hit the road every couple of weeks for over a year to spend a week at CHOA with our daughter and Wren.

In time, Wren was pronounced in remission. By then my husband had retired and we had renovated an adorable home here in Newnan. We were blessed to be here throughout Wren’s treatments.

The plan is that some of my friends here will come to visit and also get to see Savannah. The plan is also that the grandlittles here will come every school break and for several weeks in the summer. Of course, I’ll get to see my Savannah friends often, just like in the old days. Those things alone give me strength to get up and pack yet another box.

But I know, just as in the desperate move that brought us here, God is all over this. My sweet husband knows my stress is pretty bad right now and as I was compiling this column, he came in and shared Philippians 4:6-7 with me. “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

I’m gonna take a deep breath, prepare for the many goodbyes that are on the horizon, and get ready for this next adventure. I’m following God’s lead.

Kathy Bohannon is a writer and currently lives in Newnan. ■

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diagnosed at a localized stage meaning there is no sign the cancer has spread outside of the breast. The five-year relative survival rate is 99%.

• In 2022, an estimated 43,550 U.S. women will die from breast cancer.

• Men get breast cancer, too, though it’s rare. In 2022, an estimated 2,710 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer in the U.S., and about 530 men will die from breast cancer.

• One in eight women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime.

• Breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women, except for skin cancers. In 2022, it’s estimated that about 30 percent of all new cancer diagnoses in women will be breast cancer.

• There are more than 3.8 million breast cancer survivors in the U.S.

Nominations for the 2023 Coweta Citizen of the Year are now open. The application deadline is Nov. 16

The Citizen of the Year award recognizes an individual with outstanding leadership and citizenship within our community. The nominee will have demonstrated exemplary vision, civic pride, and a strong commitment to a better Coweta through volunteerism and com munity involvement. Last year’s winner was Norma Haynes.

The nominee should live in Coweta County and his/her civic and volunteer activities must be centered in Coweta and the surround ing area. Consideration will be given to those who demonstrate leadership and performance in multiple areas of community ser vice over a period of years.

Nomination forms are available at The Newnan Coweta Cham ber of Commerce or you can visit their website at https://www. newnancowetachamber.org/citizen-of-the-year

Hosted by the Kiwanis clubs of Coweta County, next year’s event will be held January 26, 2023 at the Newnan Centre.

Much More Than a Place to Work

Winpak Films Inc. is growing to meet the demand for food packaging and other flexible film products around the world. As we expand our capacity, we are dedicated to much more than hiring machine operators, logistics pros, maintenance, and lab technicians to support our production growth. Importantly, we are committed to supporting your growth and advancing your career.

For starters, we’ve created a supportive, clean and safe work environment that has made many of our employees stay with us for decades and even inspire their children to come to work for us. Then we reward their loyalty with exceptional working conditions and a great employment package, plus the opportunity to live in and raise families with the small-town advantages of Senoia and nearby Peachtree City, Ga.

Overall, we’re known for nurturing an environment that’s better than 95 percent of workplaces around the world.

What Can Winpak Offer You?

Our commitment to a wellrounded benefits program goes beyond medical insurance to include dental, vision, telemedicine, a flexible spending account, and life and disability benefits. If you work at Winpak 30+ hours a week on a continuous basis, you’re

Extrusion Operators can earn up to $23.50 per hour, depending on skill level. For entry level

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Machine Operators,

Contributing to a Sustainable Future

At Winpak, sustainability is more than just a buzzword, it’s engrained in how we work and manage our resources. We provide opportunities for active employee engagement

various initiatives which align with our sustainability pillars. This enables us, as an organization, to work together to become a better corporate citizen and contributor to a better planet.

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Medicare begins

Enrollment for 2023 health plans open November 1 and runs through December 15.

If you or a loved one is new to Medicare, you owe it to yourself to find out all you can now so there are no surprises later.

Let’s begin with a few definitions. There are two main types of costs to consider.

No. 1 – Medicare premiums: A monthly amount you pay to belong to a Medicare plan.

And No. 2 – Medicare deductibles: The amount of money that you will pay out of pocket for covered services before your plan coverage begins.

There are four basic parts to Medicare.

Part A covers hospital stays, skilled nursing, hospice and some home health services.

Part B covers doctor visits, outpatient services, and medical equipment.

Part C plans (also called Medicare Advantage) are sold by private insurance companies.  Part C provides you the same coverage as Part A and Part B.

Part D covers prescriptions and can also be purchased on the private market.

While the premium rates will not be released until November, the standard Medicare Part B rate is expected to remain at $170.10 per month.   While only about one percent of Medicare Part A enrollee’s pay premiums, those that do can expect to pay between $252 to $508 a month depending on the number of quarters of work history.

Part C, or Medicare Advantage costs vary since they are sold by private insurance but have decreased over recent years. And Part D is expected to run around $31.50 a month.

There are expenses that are not covered under Medicare.  Routine vision checks, eyeglasses and contacts are not covered under Medicare. Hearing Aid costs are not covered.  Medicare does not pay for routine teeth cleaning, x-rays, fillings or root canals.  It does not pay for dentures or gum or oral surgery.  Custodial Care, which includes non-medical home care, assisted living and nursing home care, is

not covered by Medicare. Neither are Chiropractic treatments nor acupuncture.

If you are spending your “golden” years traveling, you should also be aware that Medicare does not cover you when you are outside of the United States.  There are Medicare Advantage plans that will cover emergency costs out of the U.S., and you can purchase a Medigap Policy that can help pay up to $50,000 of medical expenses while you are outside of the country.

One last surprise to be aware of:  If you are held in the hospital under observation and then require rehabilitation, Medicare Part A will not pay for your rehab.  You must be admitted to the hospital for three days for your Medicare to kick in for the rehabilitation.  Just because you spend the night in the hospital does not mean you have been admitted.

Spend October learning the facts and finding out what plans will work best for you.  You will be making decisions that you have to live with for a year.  If you would like some “unbiased” help in making the decision, contact our local Area Agency on Aging at 770-854-6026.  By researching now, you will be able to make the best educated decision for you and your loved one.

Beth Dow is a Dementia and Alzheimer’s Educator, CAEd and Geriatric Care Manager. She is also the owner of Home Helpers of GA & AL in Newnan. Readers can contact her by email at  beth@ solutionsbybeth.com.

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CLEAN WHEAT STRAW AND MULCH HAY. $3.50 per bale. Frank Barron 770.231.9535.

We Buy

WE BUY: scrap metal, junk cars, old appliances, stoves, refrigerators, wash ers, dryers, dish washers & batteries. Gentry Recycling 770.253.5770

WE BUY CARS – LKQ PICK YOUR PART buys cars . 7 days a week. For info, call 1.800.962.2277 or visit: www.lkqpickyourpart.com

WE PAY TOP DOLLAR for aluminum, copper, brass. Gentry Recycling 770.253.5770

RVs For Sale

2017 FOREST RIVER SALEM – Reduced! $23,500. Still like new – only camped in twice!! 1st owner never got to use due to medical condition. Model 27RKSS - 33ft w/slide out, awning, leveler hitch, Bluetooth & more, never cooked or smoked in, no pets, new tires…like new! Selling home so had to get a little bigger for long term. 334-885-1252

Vehicles

T PLATIUM AUTO SALES LLC Very Nice Vehicles for Sale … $10,000, $5,000 and under. * Financing Available * Mike 678.409.8600

Land / Lots

3 CHOICE LOTS IN ASHLEY WOODS, County water available. Just $29,900 each. Frank, Lindsey’s, Inc. Realtors – 770-253-6990

Commercial Property

24+/- ACRES ON POPLAR ROAD AT YEAGER ROAD INTERSECTION. Already zoned C-6 with water and sewer. Ideal for multiuse development. $7,000,000 for all or will consider subdividing front 5 acres for $500,000 per acre and back 19+/- acres for $250,000 per acre Frank/ Chip, Lindseys, Inc. Realtors, 770-253-6990

Services

PAYLESS CONSTRUCTION all phases of drywall, specializing in completing basements. Over 30 years experience. Darryl Putman, 678.367.5907 10.26

HOME IMPROVEMENT We proudly do painting, remodeling, decks, doors, basements, gutters, windows, roofing, columns, flooring, plumbing, kitchens, wood repair, electrical. ALL types of handyman jobs. NO job too small. Success fully over 30 years in business. 770.252.5458 Very reasonable rates.

10% OFF ANY TREE SERVICE for senior citizens and veterans from Arbor Tech Tree Service when you mention this ad. Experts in tree removal, trimming/pruning, and stump grinding. Emergency service. Free Estimates. Certified ISA Arborist on staff. Call 678.633.2986

A-1 BUILDING/HANDYMAN SERVICES Licensed and Bonded We do Framing, Electrical, Plumbing, Doors, Windows, Roofing, Flooring, Drywall, Concrete etc. Mike @ 678.409.8600 Quality work at its finest ...

Services

TREE REMOVAL – 24/7 Emergency Service, Tree-Shrub Pruning and Trimming, Commercial and Residential, Licensed/Insured. Want It Your Way, Call Us Right Away. Misael’s Tree Service & Stump Grinding. Call 678301-0153

Now Hiring

NOW HIRING – LKQ PICK YOUR PART in Fayetteville, GA is seeking to fill various positions. To apply, visit lkqpickyourpart.com and select ‘Careers.’

WE ARE HIRING – HEADLEY CONSTRUCTION is now hiring Superintendents and Skilled Laborers. Great pay, 401K, paid holidays & PTO, plus home every night. Previous experience in new construction or renovation is required. If you take pride in your work, we want to interview you today. Apply in-person at 44 East Washington Street, Newnan or email resume to cgilliam@headleyconstruction.com

CARROLLTON, GA – Parts department help needed – drivers, counter help and stock help. Must be over 21 with valid driver’s license and insurance. Great pay and benefits for right candidate. Apply at Scott Evans Nissan or Scott Evans Dodge to Rob or Tony. 770-834-5050 or 770-832-8222

SMALLCAKES IS HIRING – Want to work someplace fun with flexible scheduling? Smallcakes Cupcakery Newnan is hiring for part-time closing cashiers! Shifts are 2-4 days per week, with opening weekend shifts also available. Apply in the store today!! 113 Newnan Crossing Bypass, Newnan 30265. For info, call 770-252-1400.

BENEFITS – Progressive Heating Air & Plumbing now hiring HVAC Techs, Installers, Apprentices & Plumbers. Benefits include Ongoing Train ing, Medical-Dental-Vision Insurance, 401K Retirement, Paid Holidays & Vacation. Send resume to news@progressiveac.com or apply at progressiveac.com

CAREGIVERS – Home Helpers of GA & AL seeking qualified Caregivers. Available shifts – days, evenings, overnight and/or weekends. Competitive wages, extensive training, supportive work environment and paid time off. Apply online at ApplyToBeACNA.com or call 678-876-5118

Pets

NEWNAN COWETA HUMANE SOCIETY. Check out our website for list of animals at local animal control facility and foster care animals. Call 770.253.4694 www.nchsrescue.org

HELP SPAY / NEUTER CLINIC’S VACCINE CLINIC DAYS November 5 & 19, December 3 & 17 www.HelpSpayNeuter.org 770.304.7911

PROFESSIONALS NEEDED

Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America is hiring new professional team members at our facility in Newnan, Georgia, due to our continued growth. We are looking for fresh faces with a broad range of expertise to expand our amazing leadership team!

Direct Hire jobs in salaried positions are on our website. Engineers, Analysts, Buyers, Operations Leaders and Supervisors who understand the manufacturing process are urged to apply. On the website, choose “Direct Hire” to review job information.

a career with Yamaha has been one of the best decisions that I’ve made. It’s given me a whole lot of experience, it’s grown me a lot, not only as an engineer but as a person. And so it’s been really cool experience to get to grow up with the company, and I think that’s very valuable.”