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April 2017

Volume 4 | Issue 9

32-33 On the Cover:

Canton Termite

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Springtime SoirĂŠe Outdoor Dinner Parties

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Thriller, Filler, Spiller Container Gardening

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.......................... Perspective

.............................. Calendar

....................... Business Life

............... Community Partner

......................... Taste of Life

............................ Quotables

......................... Artist Profile

........................ Book Review

.............. Main Street Canton

.................... Ribbon Cuttings

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Publisher’s Perspective

PUBLISHER/PHOTOGRAPHER Jack Tuszynski Jack@FamilyLifePublications.com EDITORIAL Julie Senger Julie@FamilyLifePublications.com ART Candice Williams Candice@FamilyLifePublications.com Laurie Litke Laurie@FamilyLifePublications.com SALES Janet Ponichtera Janet@FamilyLifePublications.com

The crazy race of life we find ourselves running can sometimes seem like a competition against an unbearable mass of athletes that seems to just “have it.” All too often, we find ourselves judging our

“If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain or bitter, for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.” ~Max Ehrmann Have you ever stopped to consider that your perfect competitor and coach, the one who pushes, encourages and strengthens your resolve to be better than you were yesterday is, well, you? Looking inward is the best way to discover who we really need to become. Escaping the shadows of what others may desire for our life is how we find our brightest path and move toward what we truly want for ourselves. Spending our time wisely, doing good work and serving others are just a few ways to succeed. The best rewards often come in the end. Until then, enjoying the run will make life easier and happier, and you’re worthy of that.

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It’s important to be honest with myself. It has never been my goal to win a road race; I’ve never even trained to run, but I do enjoy racing the clock to try to beat my previous personal best each time. In general, when the goal I’m striving for is one I’ve set for myself, whether in service, my career or volunteering, it’s much easier to focus, move in a positive direction and maintain a course of improvement.

personal performances against throngs of competitors, amidst overwhelming odds, in race that seems never-ending.

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few years back, I began running local 5k races, not so much as a hobby, but more to check my personal fitness level. I’ve noticed that my friends are getting older, which means I’m aging as well and need to be aware of my personal energy levels and stay on top of my health. Many of us have found that “acting our age” may not comply with how we think or feel.

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Jessica Asbell, Atlanta Hand Specialist, Paul Bodrogi, Cyndi Braun, Tiffani Brown, J. Daran Burns, Michael Buckner, Mary Kay Buquoi, Rick Cheney, Cherokee Office of Economic Development, Rajayne Cordery, Jyl Craven, Jessica Fowler, Joshua Fuder, Will Goodwin, Corey Harkins, Lisa-Marie Haygood, Vicki Knight-Mathis, James E. Leake, Scott Merritt, Haroon Mian, Tim Morris, Tina Morris, Anthony Musarra, Vishant Nath, Michael Petrosky

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Find Your Pace in the Race.

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Calendar April

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Doughboys and the Home Front: The Great War in Cherokee County — This exhibit honors the centenary of World War I and focuses on the United States’ entry into the war and Cherokee County’s contribution specifically. The exhibit features numerous artifacts as well as original military records and personal letters. Wednesday-Friday 10:00am5:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-3:00pm, Historic Marble Courthouse, 100 North Street, Suite 140, Canton. 770-345-3288. RockBarn.org

Library System will offer a fine forgiveness program, past and present fines up to $15 per library card. To participate, visit your local branch during National Library Week.

Rotary Club of Canton Business Prayer Breakfast — 7:00-9:00am, Cherokee County Conference Center, 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton. 678-7724894. AKing@alanking.com

Community Easter Egg Hunt — Bring your Easter baskets, and be ready to fill them up! The Easter Bunny will arrive at 10:30am for one complimentary photo per family. There will also be face painting and a petting zoo. 11:00am, Barrett Park, 113 Park Lane, Canton. 770-345-5536. HollySpringGa.us

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National Library Week — Discover the changing role of libraries, librarians and library workers. Libraries aren’t only a place of quiet study, but also creative and engaging community centers where people can collaborate using new technologies, learn how to use a 3-D printer or even borrow a sewing machine. In honor of National Library Week, the Sequoyah Regional

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Business After Hours — This is a great networking opportunity. 4:30-6:00pm, BB&T, 936 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock. 770-345-0400. CherokeeChamber.com

Multi-Agency Coffee with a Cop — Join the Canton Police Department and other public safety agencies for community-building conversation and coffee. 8:00-10:00am, Dunkin Donuts, 121 Marietta Highway, Canton. 770720-4883. CantonGeorgia.com/ police.html

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Zombie Prom — This is a feelgood, all-age-appropriate musical, which is slicker than Grease, smoother than Rocky Horror and bigger and funnier than Little Shop of Horrors. Friday and Saturday 7:30pm, with matinees on Saturday and Sunday 2:00pm. Canton Theatre, 171 E Main Street, Canton. 770704-0755. PageOneStudios.org

fellow business leaders. Before the hour ends, you’ll have a chance to share about your business or organization for all to hear. 10:00-11:00am, Chamber Board Room, 3605 Marietta Highway, Canton. 770-345-0400. CherokeeChamber.com

Eggs-traordinary Extravaganza Ready, set, HUNT! This event 15 is your traditional egg hunt for ages 1-3, with an underwater egg hunt for ages 4-10. There will also be inflatables, face painting, crafts, prizes and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Baskets will be provided for all “water” egg hunts but must be returned after the hunt along with the eggs. The outdoor egg hunt for ages 1-3 will need to provide their own baskets. 2:00-5:00pm, Cherokee Aquatic Center, 1200 Gresham Mill Parkway, Holly Springs. 678-880-4760. CRPA.net

First Baptist Canton Presents Mark Lowry in Concert — Performances also by the First Baptist Canton Choir & Orchestra, Shady Grove & Glorybound. 6:00pm, First Baptist Canton, 1 Mission Point, Canton. 770-479-5538. FirstBaptistCanton.org

Power Hour — Come for an hour of fast-paced networking with

Earth Day Free Recycling Event: Old Electronics and Documents — Bring old phones, computer equipment, metal items and small appliances. There will also be onsite shredding for secure document destruction. TVs and monitors can be recycled for a small fee. 9:30am-2:00pm, Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce, 3605 Marietta Highway, Canton. 770-4292100. CobbEMC.com/recycle Parent’s Night Out — Drop the kids off at the pool, so you can enjoy adult time! Kids will play in the pool, eat a pizza dinner, make crafts, play games and end the night with a movie! 5:30-10:00pm, Cherokee Aquatic Center, 1200 Gresham Mill Parkway, Holly Springs. 678-880-4760. CRPA.net

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Once Upon a Mattress — This play was written as an

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adaptation of the Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale The Princess and the Pea. If you thought you knew the story of The Princess and the Pea, you may be in for a walloping surprise! Friday and Saturday 7:30-9:00pm, with matinees on Saturday and Sunday 3:00-5:00pm. Falany Performing Arts Center, 7300 Reinhardt Circle, Waleska. 770-7205602. Reinhardt.edu

2017 Administrative Professionals Luncheon — This event is held to show appreciation to your support staff! They will enjoy a great program, delicious lunch and fabulous door prizes. 11:30am-1:00pm, Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce- Terrace Level, 3605 Marietta Highway, Canton. 770-345-0400. CherokeeChamber.com

2017 C.O.P. Shop - CPR/ AED Training — In the event of an emergency, your CPR and AED training could mean the difference between life and death. A representative from the Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services will teach the class. 9:00am-12:30pm, Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce, 3605 Marietta Highway, Canton. 770-345-0400. CherokeeChamber.com

The University Opera — The spring semester performance will be La Périchole by Offenbach. 7:309:00pm, Falany Performing Arts Center, 7300 Reinhardt Circle, Waleska. 770-7205602. Reinhardt.edu

Dancing for the Children — Dancers competing in the

competition are local celebrities and dignitaries who have committed to raising a minimum of $3,000 each in sponsorship dollars, while also training and partnering with professional dance instructors in preparation for the competition. Money raised from ticket purchases, sponsorships and donations to this event are used to meet the needs of the children of Cherokee County. 6:00pm, Northside Hospital Cherokee Conference Center, 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton. 770-7045991. ServiceLeague.net

Gardeners Seminar — UGA Master Gardener Extension Volunteers of Cherokee County will present an extended format seminar — “ReadySet-Grow.” Master gardeners have put together a day of practical teaching to continued on

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Library Events

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SequoyahRegionalLibrary.org BALL Ground 435 Old Canton Road, Ball Ground, 770-735-2025 Hickory Flat 2740 East Cherokee Drive, Canton, 770-345-7565 R.T. Jones 116 Brown Industrial Pkwy., Canton, 770-479-3090 Little Red Barn Mobile Petting Zoo April 6, 1:00-2:00pm, Hickory Flat The Little Red Barn will bring a variety of animals including a cow, donkey, horse, goat and rooster. There will be a hands-on experience with all these animals and more. Family Spring Break Movie: Magical Creatures and Where to Find Them April 7, 2:00pm, R.T. Jones All ages are welcome, but children under the age of thirteen must be accompanied by an adult. Pilates and Prevention April 10, 6:30pm, Hickory Flat Participate in a fun Pilates class, and learn how to prevent illness and disease through proper nutrition and mind/body exercise. Bring your yoga mat or towel. This is instructed by Lisa Dudash, Certified Personal Trainer. Book Tasting Extravaganza April 11, 4:30pm, Hickory Flat Celebrate National Library Week with our sampling menu of books and tasty treats! Compete in our library scavenger hunt for the chance to win awesome prizes and possibly go home with a new favorite book! Homeschool Roundtable April 12, 3:30pm, Hickory Flat Learn about all of the current resources and programs available to help add to your homeschool experience. Crafts and activities will be provided for the kids. Gardening in Small Spaces April 12, 4:30pm, R.T. Jones Want to start a garden, but low on space? Come celebrate Earth Day as Josh Fuder (UGA Extension-Cherokee County) teaches you how to grow gardens in small spaces. All ages are encouraged to attend. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Spring into Art April 13, 6:00pm, Ball Ground Helene Maloy, owner of A Piece of Time Ceramic Studio,

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demonstrates how to paint ceramic pieces for spring, Easter, Mother’s Day or Father’s Day. You may bring $5.00 to purchase a ceramic piece to decorate. Registration is required. DIY Friday: Upcycled, Self-Watering Planter April 21, 11:30am-12:30pm, R.T. Jones Come for a special Earth Day inspired DIY Friday! Make a selfwatering planter out of recycled materials. All materials will be provided as well as soil and a seed packet of your choosing. Ages nine and up are encouraged to attend. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Peepshi Creations April 24, 6:00pm-7:15pm, R.T. Jones Teens will make delicious “sushi” creations out of marshmallow Peeps, Rice Krispie Treats and a variety of candy. This program is for 6th-12th graders. First Time Home Buying April 25, 2:00pm, R.T. Jones Tammy Harrell from Regions Bank shares helpful information on buying a home. DIY Fish Hook Earrings April 26, 6:00pm, Hickory Flat Learn to design earrings using our beads, or for a more personal touch, you may bring your own. Registration required. Banking Basics for Students April 27, 4:00pm, R.T. Jones New to banking? Join Tammy Harrell from Regions Bank for helpful information on banking basics for students. DIY: Piggy Banks April 28, 4:00-5:00pm, R.T. Jones Personalize your own piggy bank. All materials will be provided. All ages are encouraged to attend. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Money Talk April 28, 10:30am, Hickory Flat Learn tips for senior money management. Presented by Lisa Huskey.

get you ready for summer in the garden. Come for round-robin discussions of gardening topics, hands-on activities, refreshments and a sale of herbs and garden goodies. 10:00am-2:00pm, Cherokee County Senior Center, 1001 Univeter Road, Canton. 770-721-7803. UGE1057@uga.edu

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Good Morning Cherokee Breakfast — Breakfast meetings offer both current and future Chamber members the opportunity to conduct business and network with more than 200 fellow business leaders. 7:00am, Northside Hospital Cherokee Conference Center, 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton. 770-3450400. CherokeeChamber.com

Parent’s Night Out — Drop the kids off at the pool, so you can enjoy adult time! Kids will play in the pool, eat a pizza dinner, make crafts, play games and end the night with a movie! 5:30-10:00pm, Cherokee Aquatic Center, 1200 Gresham Mill Parkway, Holly Springs. 678-8804760. CRPA.net

Canton First Friday — Canton First Friday is a monthly block party, sponsored by the Canton Main Street Program. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with live music by Anita and Party Life, food trucks, local shopping and all that downtown Canton has to offer! 6:009:00pm, downtown Canton. CantonHDL.com

14th Annual Kentucky Derby Day at the Rock — This entertaining fundraiser features gourmet food, open bar, silent auction, pony-pull betting, bourbon tasting and a competitive hat parade and contest and concludes with the crowd watching the Run for the Roses. 3:30pm, the Rock Barn, 658 Marietta Highway, Canton. 770-345-3288. RockBarn.org

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Church Easter Listings Oak Leaf Church

First Baptist Canton

Fields Chapel UMC

River Church

151 E Marietta Street, Canton 678-653-4652 OakLeafChurch.com

One Mission Point, Canton 770-479-5538 FirstBaptistCanton.org

1331 Fields Chapel Road, Canton 770-479-6030 FieldsChapel.org

2335 Sixes Road, Canton 770-485-1975 RiverAtlanta.org

April 15, 11:00am3:00pm Annual Egg Fest, downtown Canton April 16, 8:00am, 9:30am & 11:00am Easter Services

April 9, 9:30am & 11:00am Lordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Supper April 16, 7:00am Easter Sunrise Service, lower parking lot April 16, 9:30am & 11:00am Easter Service, Worship Center

April 9, 11:00am Palm Sunday April 13, 6:30pm Maundy Thursday/Seder Meal April 14, 7:00pm Good Friday Tenebrae Service April 16, 6:30am Easter Sunrise Service and Breakfast April 16, 11:00am Easter Traditional Service/Easter Egg Hunt

The Pointe Church Currently meeting at The Boys and Girls Club, 1082 Univeter Road, Canton PointeChurch.org

April 16, 10:30am Community Easter Service

Canton Church 110 Bluffs Parkway, Suite 206, Canton 678-285-3288. CantonChurch.com April 14, 4:30pm, 6:00pm & 7:30pm Good Friday April 16, 8:30am & 11:30am Easter Services

April 16, 9:30am & 11:00am Easter Services

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Business Queenie’s Southern Restaurant and Bar, which is set to open this month, would like to introduce you to its executive chef, Brett Ashcraft. Chef Brett has come a long way since his first restaurant job as a dishwasher at Steak ‘n Shake®when he was a teenager. He developed an appreciation for quality ingredients as well as the fast-paced atmosphere of restaurant kitchen life as he worked his way through college at Athens, Georgia’s Hugh Acheson’s 5 & 10. He would then go on to work with and learn from notable chefs such as Joshua Hopkins and Anne Quatrano at Abattoir and Chef Daniel Porubiansky of Century House Tavern, among many others. After moving to Canton in 2015 and planting several gardens on his property, Chef Brett met Zach Kell while selling some of his fresh vegetables at Canton’s Farmers Market. Shortly after, Zach would begin developing his idea for Queenie’s and would call on Brett to become his executive chef. It’s refreshing to know that many of Queenie’s farm-to-table ingredients

will come from Chef Brett’s very own garden based on what’s in season. When asked about the food and atmosphere at Queenie’s, Chef Brett said: It’s not going to be fancy, 3-MichelinStar cuisine, but I plan to put every bit as much dedication, passion and drive for excellence into it as if it were.

I want people who dine with us to feel like they’ve come back home and are sitting at mom’s kitchen table without a care in the world because they know that whatever gets put in front of them is going to have the same heart and love put into it. That means not only will we strive for excellence in food but in our service as well.

Northside Hospital Cherokee’s long-awaited replacement hospital will open for patients on May 6th. The new hospital is located at 450 Northside Cherokee Boulevard in Canton. Construction is complete on the new hospital, which will have 105 inpatient beds and more than twice the square footage as the current hospital. Northside staff is now focused on training and education, while overseeing the installations of equipment and furniture. A medical office building opened on the 50-acre campus in early January. Several physician practices, and Northside Hospital Radiation Oncology have opened their offices and are seeing patients. Additional Northside services and physicians will move into the building over the next several months. Tours of the new hospital will be available, along with information about Northside services, entertainment from local groups and activities for kids on Saturday, April 22, 10:00am-2:00pm. For more information about the new hospital, visit NorthsideCherokee.com.

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Keys to Creating a Great Pollinator Habitat: By Joshua Fuder

Landscaping

Native bee and honeybee populations have seen declining populations in recent years. The cause for this decline is dynamic and can be attributed to parasitic mites, viruses, pesticide exposure and loss of habitat and forage sources. Robust pollinator populations are important to biodiversity as well as our national food security. Insects pollinate more than 150 food crops in the United States. The University of Georgia has led research and education programs on honey bees for decades. In 2016, the Pollinator Spaces Project was created to recognize gardens and gardeners for their efforts in building and protecting a pollinator habitat. To participate in this project, simply send photos and a list of plants to the Cherokee County Extension office at JFuder@uga.edu. Your information will be entered into a statewide database, and you will receive a Pollinator Spaces Program certificate with your name on it. Chances are, you already have many of the forage plants in your landscape. Contact the UGA Extension, so we can show Georgia and the rest of the country how “bee kind” we are in Cherokee.

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• Provide nest-building materials, like mud and tall grasses, for native bees that nest in cavities or the ground. • Reduce or eliminate pesticide usage in the landscape. If you choose to use pesticides, apply them late in the day, and never apply them to plants during bloom. • Provide a water source. A shallow birdbath is a good example. • Plant forage plants in large clusters of five or more. • Plant a variety of plants so forage is available throughout the season.

Pollinator Plants to Consider:

Annuals: Zinnia, Cosmos, Celosia, sunflowers, Calendula, basil Early Season Perennials: thrift, spiderwort, wild indigo, Mid-Season Perennials: Coreopsis, purple coneflower, Rudbekia, Salvia, Liatris Late Season Perennials: Asters, Joe-Pye weed, hardy Lantana, mountain mint, Delphinium Trees & Shrubs: apple, blueberry, redbud, Skip Laurel, Rhododendron, river birch, tulip poplar, dogwood, serviceberry, chaste tree, glossy Abelia, summersweet, and buttonbush

Joshua Fuder is an agriculture and natural resources agent at the UGA Cooperative Extension Cherokee County. Contact the UGA Extension office for any gardening assistance, 770-721-7830 or CAES.UGA.Edu/extension/cherokee

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LIFESTYLE Having worked for many organizations over the years, I’ve learned a lot about what makes a program successful, and the common theme is team work. In high school, I was fortunate to be a part of a team that went to the state championship football game twice. We won one and lost the other. We didn’t look like much getting off the bus, but we were a team that had each other’s back. During my professional career, that hasn’t always been the case. Staff at larger organizations seemed distant from each other and were only concerned about their current task. Not always having the best interest of their clients was a concern for me. The entire program had a staff of around 65 members. I was responsible for twenty of those staff members. I supervised my staff as if they were my teammates from those football glory years. I always had

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TEAM WORK By Tim Morris

their back and got the most out of them because I gave them stock in what we were trying to accomplish. As the director of an entire program with Senior Services in Cherokee, I wanted to instill those same values in my current staff. My message to them was that taking care of our seniors is the most important thing we will do as a group. I want

our clients to feel loved and know that we have their back. We will do everything in our power to give them quality of life. After almost two years, I could not be more proud of this group I get to work with every day. People don’t realize what some of the staff members do for their seniors, even when they are not at work. Thank you to our Senior Service staff, County Support staff, the Cherokee County Aging Council, county leaders and our Veterans Program for all the good work each of you do for seniors in Cherokee County. If I left anyone out, thank you, too. L

Tim Morris is the Director of Cherokee County Senior Services. 1001 Univeter Road, Canton. 770-479-7438. CherokeeGa.com/Senior-Services

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Woodstock, Canton and Holly Springs Named in Top 20 of Georgia’s Safest Cities To come up with its list, The National Council for Home Safety and Security reviews the most recent statistics from the FBI Uniform Crime Report (January-June 2016), along with its “own population data and internal research.” Cities with populations under 5,000 and those that failed to submit complete crime reports to the FBI were eliminated from consideration. Those remaining municipalities were ranked based on the number of reported violent crimes (aggravated assault, murder, rape and robbery) and property crimes (burglary, arson, larcenytheft and motor vehicle theft) per 100,000 people. These variables were then weighted, with violent crimes accounting for seventy percent of the total (due to their severity) and property crimes accounting for thirty percent. Finally, the Council shifted the decimal point “over a few spots” to show rates per 1,000 people.

Cities in the Top 20 1.

Johns Creek

Milton

Braselton

Perry

Tyrone

Peachtree City

Port Wentworth

Flowery Branch

Grovetown

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Holly Springs

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Roswell

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Alpharetta

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Kennesaw

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Hampton

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Jefferson

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Canton

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Woodstock

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McRae

19.

Richmond Hill

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Auburn

The National Council for Home Safety and Security is a national trade group that provides education and knowledge about the home safety and security industry to consumers.

Community Feature Duct-Ties and Zip-Tape FIRST Tech Challenge Team #10068 Advances to South SuperRegional Championship Duct-Ties and Zip-Tape is a FIRST™ (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Tech Challenge robotics team based in Canton. Team 10068 is a second-year team, which has high school students from the community. This group had a successful day at the recent Georgia State Championship. The team was ranked seventh out of 36 teams and part of the winning alliance in the finals, advancing them to the South SuperRegional Championship, which hosts the top teams from eleven southern states in Athens, GA. FIRST™ is a robotics competition founded continued on page 16

Congratulations to to our October Tugman! Congratulations our March“7 “7Differences” Differences”winner, winner,Melanie Chris Jeffreys!

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Reinhardt University Launches First Bachelor of Nursing Program in Cherokee County With classes starting in Spring 2018*, Reinhardt University will educate the nurses of tomorrow with stateof-the-art equipment and a faculty that has sixty years of combined experience. BSN students will utilize the labs and classrooms of the Appalachian campus of Chattahoochee Technical College to gain hands-on experience with state-ofthe-art equipment. Patient care clinicals will be in the metropolitan area of Atlanta.

by inventor Dean Kamen. It is an international phenomenon, which pairs students with corporate engineering sponsors to build a robot, which will compete in a sport-like event. The goal of the FIRST™ program is to give students hands-on experience working with real engineers, so engineers and scientists are seen as role models in the same way professional athletes are.

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Reinhardt is currently enrolling new and transfer students for its BSN program. For more information, visit Reinhardt.edu/BSN. For questions about Reinhardt University’s BSN program, contact Dr. Blackard at GDB@ reinhardt.edu. *Reinhardt University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing has received initial approval from the Georgia Board of Nursing and is seeking approval through SACSCOC.

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Community Feature

Celebrating their success are, L-R: Saigim Garcia, Hanna Palmer and Sydney Neubert.

Sequoyah HS Marketing Students Headed to International Competition The school’s DECA marketing association students recently attended and competed at the State Career Development Conference in Atlanta. The students won the right to compete at the International Career Development Conference in Anaheim, CA this month. They will join 18,000 other students from around the world at the Conference. Saigim Garcia placed second in Restaurant and Food Service Management, while Hanna Palmer placed fourth in Apparel and Accessories Marketing, and Sydney Neubert placed second in Hotel and Lodging Management. The club’s sponsor is teacher Kari Palmer. DECA’s industry validated competitive events are aligned with National Curriculum Standards in the career clusters of marketing, business management and administration, finance and hospitality and tourism.

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Creekview: Etowah: Woodstock: Cherokee: Sequoyah: River Ridge:

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Creekview High School Senior Achieves Perfect ACT Score Austin Miles earned the top composite score of 36 on the February administration of the college entrance and placement test. On average, less than one-tenth of one percent of students who take the ACT earns the top score. Only 2,235 out of the nearly 2.1 million students who took the exam in 2016 earned a score of 36. Exceptional scores of 36 provide colleges with evidence of student readiness for the academic rigors that lie ahead, according to ACT. The exam includes English, mathematics, reading and science sections; each section is scored on a scale of 1-36, and the composite score is the average of the four. In addition to this accomplishment, Austin was named the STAR Student for Creekview High School as part of the PAGE (Professional Association of Georgia Educators) statewide program that recognizes the student from each high school with the highest SAT score. Austin will be recognized by the Cherokee County School Board and Superintendent of Schools at the School Board Meeting on April 20, 2017.

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The ceremonies will be streamed at FBCW.org, so family and friends who are unable to attend the event can still view the event.

Celebrating their win are, L-R: Cal Pace, Justin Bolsen, Sean Yates, Captain Joseph Satterfield, Er’el Moyal, Coach Dr. Mark Nazemzadeh, Jordan Moyal and Hampton Barrineau.

CCSD Team Wins First Place in National Academic Quiz Tournament Middle School State Championship Creekland Middle School’s team recently earned the title by remaining undefeated, 10-0, through the competition between 43 teams. This achievement follows the team’s successful sweep of first and second place at the regional Georgia Academic Team Association competition and its win of CCSD’s Annual Middle School Academic Bowl. The team’s sixth-graders placed fourth at the national competition last summer.

CCSD Announces High School Graduation Ceremony Schedule All ceremonies will be held at First Baptist Church of Woodstock 11905 Highway 92 Woodstock

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TV is About to

YouTube TV for $35/ mo. These services are phenomenal at getting your TV bill down to almost nothing, but with caveats. Most people spend between $150 and $200 per month for TV. With Dish and DirecTV’s new plans, you only get the service on a smartphone or tablet, then you have to “airplay” it to an AppleTV. For some, this is easy, but not everyone will agree. Amazon is working on adding Dish’s SlingTV app to their FireTV boxes. The main thing for you to understand is that it’s possible to get the new Dish and DirecTV service on your TV, but it’s not as simple and seamless as you’d prefer. You’ll likely have to spend a little cash on new equipment, and learn a few steps on how to watch TV this new way.

Get Cheap By Michael Buckner Are you considering “cutting the cord?” In the past, it seemed unlikely because most of us watch live sports and news, and all cheap or free options have had little to offer in this area. This is no longer the case. DirecTV Now and Dish Network SlingTV have now released $20 packages that have internet-based TV programming, and Google just announced something coming called

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Google’s YouTube TV is still a few months away, so no one truly knows the ins and outs, but they are stating that you’ll get forty channels for $35/ month. So far, it includes all major networks, all three ESPN’s, Fox News and more. It would be surprising if this service is not available on any device that has the YouTube app, which is basically every smart TV, AppleTV, Roku and/or internet-connected BluRay player. In other words, the day they pull the trigger, there will already be millions and millions of devices ready to hit play, and chances are, you already own whatever is needed and will start saving over $1,000/year on your TV bill.

Michael Buckner is owner of Audio Intersection, a provider of audio and video in Georgia. 770-479-1000. AudioIntersection.com

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29th Annual

Dare to Dream Gala

ast month, enAble of Georgia held its annual Gala at the Renaissance Waverly Atlanta Hotel. The black-tie optional event was attended by over 400 guests and hosted by Fox 5 Atlanta’s Russ Spencer. Entertainment was provided by Chinua Hawk and Party Nation, and the Gala Chairs were Mark and Kay Lewington. All of the guests enjoyed a silent auction, live auction, delicious dinner, cocktails and dancing. The purpose of the event was to raise funds to support the mission of enAble of Georgia, which is to support people with special needs, so they may lead fulfilled lives — physically, intellectually and socially. This year’s Gala raised over $250,000, and the funds raised will help maintain the eighteen group homes that enAble currently operates and bridge the gap between Medicaid funding received and the actual costs associated with fully supporting each individual. This year, an inaugural award was created to honor an individual who stands out above all others and epitomizes unwavering dedication to the people served by enAble, while maintaining their dignity and keeping their unique needs in mind. So, each year going forward, at the annual Gala, this award will be given to that one employee who consistently goes above and beyond the call of duty. The inscription on the award is a timely quote by Winston Churchill, who said, “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” The Shirley Pahl Award was presented to Shirley Pahl in honor of her thirty-plus years of work with enAble and its volunteers. In addition to sponsors large and small, Shirley has engaged thousands of volunteers and created ongoing volunteer relationships to help maintain group homes and find donors for food, gifts and supplies every year. She has sought and acquired repeated grants, and she will ask anyone for anything to benefit the people served by enAble. Over the last three decades, hundreds of thousands of dollars and thousands of volunteer hours have been given to enAble because of Shirley, and enAble is only a part-time job for her! enAble of Georgia Foundation, Inc., is the fundraising arm of enAble of Georgia, Inc. (enAble), an IRS-approved, 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1979 and headquartered in Roswell. The agency was started by a group of parents concerned about the future of their adult children with developmental disabilities. Now, over 37 years later, hundreds of Georgians and their families are served by enAble programs. Primary diagnoses of those served by enAble include: mild/moderate to severe/profound intellectual disability, autism, cerebral palsy and Down syndrome. More than 55% of these individuals have a significant secondary disability including physical disabilities, psychiatric disabilities, seizures, hearing and vision impairments. 22

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A Closer Look By Drs. Petrosky, Musarra, Harkins and Leake at Breast Augmentation For all its popularity, breast augmentation still brings plenty of questions — not just about the procedure, but also how to get back to daily life after your surgery. Here are a few things to keep in mind. In general, breast augmentation patients should plan to devote the first two or three days after surgery to resting and recuperating with no obligations. After that window has passed, patients will likely feel well enough to do some light activities around the house. If there are small children at home, it’s a good idea to plan for childcare in advance. Most patients rely on prescription pain medication for the first five-to-seven days after surgery. Patients shouldn’t drive while using prescription medication. Patients should avoid lifting anything over fifteen pounds for the first four-to-six weeks after surgery. Exercise should also be limited during this time. While a patient can start taking slow, short walks around the neighborhood as early as a few days after surgery, anything that raises their heart rate can lead to unnecessary swelling, bleeding or other complications. The gym can wait; the best way to live healthy is to focus on recovery. As for when it is safe to resume normal sexual activity, the answer is different for every woman. Since it raises the heart rate, just like exercise, it’s best to wait at least a month after surgery or until everything is completely healed. Spring is often the busiest season for breast augmentation. If you’re considering it, be sure to request a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon.

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Drs. Petrosky, Musarra, Harkins and Leake are board-certified plastic surgeons at Plastic Surgery Center of the South. 770-421-1242. PlasticSurgery CenterOf TheSouth.net

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Community Partners Songs For Kids Foundation exists to give kids battling serious

illness opportunities to be creative and express themselves through music. This Foundation brings music into hospitals all over the U.S. They also run regular programs in children’s hospitals in five states. Songs for Kids musicians perform mini concerts in hospitals for entire floors of patients as well as making individual bedside visits for kids who are not well enough to leave their rooms. Songs For Kids is not there to just play a couple of songs, provide a distraction and leave; their goal is to form the kinds of meaningful relationships that are necessary to help kids cope with their illnesses through creativity. Songs For Kids musicians are dedicated artists, trained in hospital procedures, and they don’t let illness get in the way of kids having a good time. They’ve played guitars wearing latex gloves and scrubs, sung classic rock anthems from behind surgical masks and provided the soundtrack for physical therapy exercises in rehab gyms. In addition to hospital performances, Songs For Kids provides opportunities for songwriting and recording to give kids the chance to put their experiences into words and feel a sense of accomplishment. How many people can say they’ve written and professionally recorded a song in the midst of medical procedures, chemo, checkups and tests?

500 Songs For Kids Dates & Venues: March 24-25 Smith’s Olde Bar March 31-April 1 Venkman’s April 7-8 Smith’s Olde Bar April 14-15 Smith’s Olde Bar April 21-22 Venkman’s April 28-29 Smith’s Olde Bar

Songs For Kids artists have been bringing music into the lives of these amazing kids for ten years, and they’ve performed in nearly every children’s hospital in the U.S. This year, the Foundation will be taking that work one step further by launching a one-on-one music mentorship program that will be available to kids both in and out of the hospital. Kids who join the program will work with their own Songs For Kids musician on a dedicated music project. Whether that means songwriting, singing lessons or learning an instrument, it will be exciting to witness and showcase the awesome work they do together. Songs For

Tickets: Pay what you want! That’s right, you can pay what you want at each show. Your contribution is appreciated.

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Kids is honored to rock with the kids who need them most. One of Songs For Kids largest and most notable fundraising events is their annual 500 Songs For Kids. 500 Songs For Kids takes place every year in Atlanta, GA and features hundreds of volunteer bands and solo artists who perform one of 500 songs over twelve nights. There have also been many famous musicians who’ve volunteered at 500 Songs for Kids over the years such as Cee-Lo Green, Arrested Development, Butch Walker, Gavin DeGraw, Edwin McCain, Drivin’ n’ Cryin’, Janelle Monae, Shawn Mullins and the Zac Brown Band, just to name a few. This is the eleventh year for 500 Songs For Kids, each year has a musical theme; this year’s theme will be the “500 Greatest ‘Feel-Good’ Songs of All Time.” If you are a musician who would like to volunteer to perform at 500 Songs For Kids, visit SongsForKids.org/500SongsForKids for more information and to apply.

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4 Ways

to Avoid Hand Injuries in the Garden By Atlanta Hand Specialist Staff Now that the gardening season has arrived, people everywhere are eager to get out into their yards. However, harvesting vegetables and pruning rose bushes may not be as easy as youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like if you suffer from hand pain. Additionally, there are some commonly overlooked practices that may further hand soreness or injuries. Use these easy practices to reduce inflammation, promote circulation, and prevent blistering.

Use Garden Tools Correctly Garden tools often have grips on them, guiding gardeners to properly hold them; sometimes, these grips do not fit certain hands, which can lead to further discomfort. Make sure grips are cushioned and fit the hands appropriately. Keep wrists straight and unbending when using

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tools. Repetitive wrist bending can lead to carpal tunnel syndrome and strain on the tendons in the fingers. If handheld tools continue to cause pain or discomfort, automatic or power equipment is available. These tools are great for pruning, trimming or shearing.

remember to wear gloves to protect your hands. Gardening gloves are specifically made for using tools with them, containing padding in all the right areas. They will help prevent blisters and cuts, but also prevent dirt and other germs from the ground getting on the hands.

Switch Hands

Stretch

Switching hands while working in the garden will prevent repetitive motion and balance out muscle use. Try to switch activities every thirty minutes to an hour, but begin with those that are easiest on the hands. Garden tasks will seem less mundane, and hands will be relieved from new motions.

Wear Gloves When doing any form of yard work,

Complete stretches and wrist exercises before beginning your gardening. Flexing the thumb, slowly rotating the wrists and finger extensions are just a few of the great exercises that can help before and after garden work.

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I’m not a fan of HOAs. I love neighborhoods that are wellmaintained; I’m just not a fan of all the letters threatening liens and revoked pool access when my grass gets too tall. Admittedly, I was the guy on the corner whose yard looked like a stain on the otherwise pristine road of perfectly manicured lawns. That’s why my family and I moved to where no HOA could tell us what kind of basketball goal we could have in our driveway or how many toys could be left in the front yard. Ironically, the amount of yard work that I do now is infinitely more than what was required of me by an HOA. As I contemplate the simplicity of my tiny, former HOA yard, which I now have plenty of time to do on a riding lawnmower, I’m reminded of a story from the book Nehemiah. When he

All Gave Some:

Building a Great Community By Pastor Will Goodwin

heard the wall around Jerusalem still laid in ruin leaving his people “in great trouble and shame” (Nehemiah 1:3), he put together a plan to solve their greatest need. The plan required everyone to help, but not everyone’s help would be the same. Some had the ability to take care of large sections of the wall, while others could only take care of the portion right outside their own house. Ultimately, everyone bought in and completed the wall in only 52 days. Neighboring

communities saw it as a miracle of God. What would the surrounding communities think if Cherokee County modeled that same behavior? Could we work together to solve the needs that bring our community “great trouble and shame?” Sure, some can and will give more than others, but everyone can give something. The portion is not equal, but the expectation should be. There are a lot of great organizations working hard to make Cherokee County a great community. When everyone invests, it leads to success. How are you helping rebuild your community’s “wall?”

Will Goodwin is the lead pastor at Oakleaf Church, 151 E. Marietta Street, Canton. 678-653-4652. OakleafChurch.com

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Taste of

by chef Paul Bodrogi

*LEMON FILLING INGREDIENTS:

• 7 oz. water • 3 ½ oz. sugar • 1/14 oz. cornstarch • 4 egg yolks • 1 oz. sugar • Pinch of salt • ½ oz. butter • 1 raspberry • 2 oz. fresh lemon juice

LEMON FILLING PROCEDURE:

1. Whisk together the cornstarch, egg yolks and 1 oz. of sugar in a mixing bowl. 2. Bring the water and 3 ½ oz. of sugar to a boil. 3. Whisk the sugar-water mixture into the egg yolk mixture. 4. Return to the stove, and bring to a boil while constantly whisking. 5. Pour the boiling mixture into a clean bowl. 6. Whisk in the butter followed by the fresh lemon juice. 7. Cover and refrigerate.

Assembly:

1. Place the raspberry in the bottom of a martini-style glass. 2. Place the pie dough circle atop the raspberry. 3. Spoon on a layer of lemon filling. 4. Pipe on the meringue. 5. Garnish with lemon zest, if desired.

MERINGUE INGREDIENTS:

• 4 oz. sugar • 1 oz. water • 2 oz. egg whites

MERINGUE PROCEDURE:

1. Put egg whites in a mixer with a whip attachment. 2. Combine the sugar and water, and heat to 240 degrees. 3. When the sugar mixture reaches 230 degrees, turn the mixer on medium speed, and start to whip the egg whites. 4. When the sugar mixture reaches 240 degrees, add it to the whipping egg whites, and continue to whip until cool.

*Pie Dough Ingredients: • 5 oz. all-purpose flour • 3 oz. butter • 1 ½ oz. ice-cold water • Pinch of salt • 1 teaspoon sugar • 1 egg, beaten

pie dough procedure:

1. Sift all the dry ingredients into a bowl. 2. Cut the cold butter into the dry mixture until the butter is the size of small peas. 3. Add the water, and mix until combined. 4. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. 5. Roll the dough onto parchment paper to ⅛ inch thick. 6. Using a fork, poke small holes in the dough. 7. Use a cookie cutter to cut 1 ½ inch circles out of the dough. 8. Give the dough an egg wash, and bake at 375 degrees until golden brown. *This recipe can be simplified using store-bought pie dough and your favorite lemon filling.

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Paul Bodrogi is a pastry chef, Pastry Live event producer and instructor at Chattahoochee Technical College.

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Canton Family Life COVER STORY By Cyndi Braun

recently sat down with Tim McWhirter, president of Canton Termite and Pest Control. Tim and his crew are expert “bug guys” who have been helping homeowners with pest and wildlife problems for almost three decades. The conversation began by talking about the upcoming termite swarm season.

Q&A

What is swarm season? It’s when thousands of young termites come out of hiding. Swarm season usually starts in late March after some rain and warm temperatures. Once the ground temperature reaches an average 75 degrees, subterranean termites begin producing swarmers, which in maturity, leave the colony to infest new areas. Without regular inspections, homeowners can go years unaware that their home is already infested. This can allow the termites to cause

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extensive structural damage while remaining completely undetected. Sounds like a nightmare! What’s the first thing you should do if you see a swarm? Termites devour anything that contains cellulose (like wood or paper) and cause billions of dollars of damage every year. If termites are discovered in your home, it is vital that you act quickly to eliminate the threat of damage. It is often impossible to deal with an infestation of termites without professional training and equipment, so it is best to call an expert to deal with termites in your home. What can I do to prevent termite damage? Just like you lock your doors to prevent home burglaries, you should be proactive in monitoring for termites and preventing the damage they can do. At Canton Termite, we offer several options to help protect your home: • Borate Wood Treatment

— When homes are being constructed or remodeled, we apply borate wood treatment to exposed wood. Once the borate is absorbed, the wood becomes resistant to termites. • Liquid Treatment — The oldest and most popular form of termite treatment, liquid insecticide attacks existing termite infestations as well as preventing future termites. • Bait Stations — These are basically food canisters that attract termites. On a quarterly basis, we inspect the bait stations. If termites are active, we switch the bait with a product that the termites ingest and carry back to the nest, eliminating the colony.

Wouldn’t it be easier to wait and see if termites are ever a problem? As Benjamin Franklin stated, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” It is always cheaper to deal with termites before they have a chance to cause damage to your home. What area do you serve? We serve customers in Cherokee County and the surrounding area — from Marietta Square to Talking Rock, GA, from Cumming to Cartersville, and of course, everywhere in between. What if I have a problem with ants or squirrels? Give us a call. We’re a full-service company, offering control of termites, roaches, ants, mosquitoes, rats, mice, nuisance wildlife and other household pests. Our most popular program is what we call our complete service, which includes four quarterly treatments. On the first visit, we do a thorough interior treatment followed by an exterior application. We go through the house and make sure there are no problems, applying insecticide only where needed. Then, we come back for three more quarterly visits and treat the exterior of the home. The idea is simple, get the pests out and keep the pests out. If during the year you see bugs in the inside of your home, we come back as needed and treat for that specific problem as part of the complete program service.

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We provide

custom solutions to common pest problems.”

Do you have any tips for preventing pests from being a problem? The best way to keep pests out of your home is to keep your home in good repair; seal any access points like vents, cracks or holes, and eliminate any conditions conducive to infestation. If you would like specific information on protecting your home from common pests, our website has informative, up-to-date articles that may be helpful. What makes your company different from others in the area? As your hometown pest control company, we have built our reputation on quality work and friendly service. Our technicians will thoroughly inspect your home and provide you with a solution that will best solve your specific pest problem. We provide custom solutions to common pest problems.

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Choosing the Best

for Your Child By Mary Kay Buquoi, Ed.S. According to research, summer learning loss accounts for about two-thirds of the difference in the likelihood of a student pursuing a college preparatory path in high school. As these findings indicate, keeping children’s brains challenged throughout the summer is crucial, since the lack of learning that occurs during these months has both short-term and long-term consequences. Keeping a child’s day consistent throughout the summer months allows

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the brain to remain focused and helps prevent learning loss during the summer time. In addition, this can potentially ease the anxiety that often accompanies transitioning into a new classroom or school in the fall. Research has shown that programs that have specific learning goals, use learning and developmental standards and are age-appropriate are ideal in preventing summer learning loss. Here are some tips for choosing a summer program for 2017: 1. Choose a program that is based on your child’s interests and natural curiosity. This allows children the opportunity to direct their own learning and become more actively engaged. 2. Ask for the credentials, experience and training level of the teachers/ counselors. Understand the program’s ratios, and find out how many camp counselors will be present during the day.

3. Check the health and safety practices of the program. Make sure you are comfortable that the program will be able to handle your child’s unique needs. Double check that the program is practicing safe summer practices such as not spending too much time outside or following the rules related to outdoor heat exposure. 4. Inquire about the daily schedule of the program. Does the program combine songs, stories, exploration, art, physical activities and learning adventures in a safe, nurturing environment? Ask how much freedom a child has to choose activities and whether there is an academic component to the program. 5. Most importantly, ask for references.

Mary Kay Buquoi is owner of The Goddard School, 140 Foster Road, Woodstock. 770-720-1311. GoddardSchools.com

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Cherokee…

of business prospects, topping out last year at 83. And the wins have been huge: adidas, Jaipur Living, Yanmar America and Papa Johns. Ten major expansions are also underway for existing industry, which include global aerospace leader Universal Alloy Corporation’s new facility in Ball Ground. Other corporations have recently completed major expansions including LAT Apparel’s new corporate headquarters and a new state-of-the-art, automated warehouse for Piolax.

Growing Into an Unrivaled Community of Opportunity By the Cherokee Office of Economic Development

The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) made the prediction years ago; by 2040, Cherokee County would lead the metro region in job creation, gaining an estimated 166 percent increase in employment opportunities. The thing is, Cherokee leadership isn’t waiting until 2040. Papa Johns

It’s happening right now. Northside HospitalCherokee adidas Yet, Cherokee Office of Economic Development (COED) President Misti Martin admits growth can be a tricky equation without the right plan and foresight.

“We have to grow, not in a sprawling way, but in an intentional, sustainable way. Therefore, the question is not whether or not we are able to change, but whether we are changing fast enough,” said Martin. “We have to make a plan for the future,” she added. “We have to plan for business growth; it doesn’t just happen.” Few areas have experienced the same level of business growth and expansion as Cherokee. Last year, the county’s work force grew by almost 15,000 people, and existing jobs stayed put. According to COED’s research, more than 1800 career opportunities were 36

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Yanmar America

Universal Alloy Corporation

“With all of the success we’ve experienced over the past few years, we frequently ask companies, developers and investors, ‘What makes Cherokee extraordinary? What is unique? What sets us apart?’”

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retained, and nearly 1400 new jobs were created just last year alone. Martin said: Every other year, we survey our industries with twenty or more employees, and they give us growth projections both in capital investment and job creation. In 2015, they estimated over a three-year period that they would collectively invest $122,620,000 and create 745 jobs. In just over a year and a half, they have already exceeded those estimates by $46 million and 322 jobs. Our industries are thriving. Interestingly enough, the figures don’t even include the $286 million, 105-bed Northside Hospital-Cherokee set to open in May, employing 1700 people. Yet, this isn’t Cherokee’s only banner year. In the last five years, there has been a steady increase in the number

“The answer always comes back; it’s our people,” said Martin. As Jeff Shinabarger says, “A place is always defined by the people.” “We visited Frisco, Texas last month,” Martin continued. “It’s just north of Dallas and home to the ‘$5 Billion Mile.’ We asked how they stayed away from being a bedroom community. They said it was all about the leadership and the plan. They matched their land-use plan with their economic development strategy, and it’s paying off.” “We have the chance to do that and so much more in Cherokee and our five cities. Cherokee is growing into an unrivaled community of opportunity,” said Martin.

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Quotables “Thousands of candles can be lit from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. “The meeting of two personalities is like the contact of two chemical substances: If there Happiness never is any reaction, both are transformed.” — Carl Jung decreases by being shared.” “The measure of success is not whether you have a tough problem to deal with, but whether it’s — Buddha the same problem as last year.” — John Foster Dulles “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” — Anne Lamott

“Never try to have the last word. You might get it.” — Robert A. Heinlein

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“Time is a great healer but a poor beautician.” — Lucille Harper

“Which do you want, the pain of staying where you are or the pain of growth?” — Judith Hanson “When Lasater you attempt to control “Train yourself to let go of everything you fear to lose.” — Yoda someone else’s life, it simply reflects “Only discretion allows intimacy, which depends on shared reticence, on what is not said — the lack of control you unsolvable things that would leave the other person ill at ease.” — Hector Banciotti have over your own.” — Daniel Chidiac “You can tell a lot about someone by the way they react to not getting what they

want.” — Sonya Teclai

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Hooray!

Springtime has

officially arrived, ushering in warmer temperatures and more daylight hours. So, before we roll

You’re Cordially Invited:

in to the sticky-hot, humid days of summer in Georgia, now is the perfect time to plan an outdoor dinner party for friends and family. Here’s what you need to do to pull off the perfect springtime soirée.

Let’s Get This Party Started! Thematically Speaking: The first thing you need to do is decide on a theme. The best way to decide this is to consider the reason you’re gathering people together for an outdoor meal. Some popular spring themes for outdoor dinner parties include: Easter dinner, little league baseball, bridal/baby showers, wine-and-cheese/chocolate tasting, small plates/appetizers, garden party, spring harvest, block party, Cinco de Mayo Mexican fiesta, rustic BBQ, low-country boil, farm-to-table, Hawaiian luau, ethnic food (Moroccan, sushi, Italian, etc.), murder mystery, and and and…. you get the point; the possibilities are endless!

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If your theme is less formal, your invitations can be as casual as a phone call, face-to-face conversation, a flier posted in the break room at work or a group invitation in social media/ Messenger. However, if your theme is more formal, you’ll want to order or create traditional invitations to send out via regular mail. Your invitations should hint at your theme. In other words, if you’re having a garden dinner party, you may want to select an invitation with a delicate floral pattern. If you’re having a murder-mystery dinner party, your invitations might have fingerprints or a magnifying glass depicted on them. In addition to date, time, theme and location, be sure to let your guests know what to expect, so they can come prepared. If your theme requires that your guests dress a certain way (formal/ casual attire, costumes, etc.), make sure to indicate this on the invitation. You will also want to let your guests know if they need to bring anything (BYOB, a side dish/dessert to share, whiteelephant gift, games/sports equipment, etc.). 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month

Ambiance — Set the Stage. That’s Music to My Ears: Unless your dinner has another planned form of entertainment (outdoor movie night, spoken-word poetry readings, etc.), you’ll need to decide what type of music to have at your party. You can hire a DJ or live musicians, or you can run your digital music app of choice (Pandora, Spotify, etc.) through speakers you have set up outside. Make sure that your music compliments the theme you’ve chosen. For example, if your theme is sports-related, you might want to select a stadium/arena rock station on your music app. If you’re having a wine-and-cheese/chocolate tasting, you may consider hiring an acoustic band or solo artist to play mellow, mood music in the background. Make sure that you’re considerate of your neighbors and aware of local noise ordinances.

I’ve Seen the Light: Though many people don’t give it much thought, lighting is very important when it comes to setting the mood for your outdoor dinner party. If you’re having a Hawaiian luau, you may want to set up lots of tiki torches around the area. A sushi dinner party might call for paper lanterns, or a Moroccan theme would be best illuminated by colorful, ornate, glass lanterns. String lights or twinkling fairy lights draped from tree branches or adhered to nearby bushes or fences are always a lovely choice that can complement many different themes.

Table Decor: When setting/ decorating the table where your guests will dine, in addition to sticking with your theme (Ha! Are you noticing a running “theme” here?), be sure that your centerpieces are low enough so as not to obstruct the flow of conversation. Lots of tealight candles floating in water in short glass bowls or short vases and/or votive candles in various types of decorative candle holders are always a safe choice. Short flower arrangements, plants or succulents bring fresh life to the table.

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continued from page 39 It’s always a good idea to set up a separate table or three so that your guests have plenty of space to eat on the dining table; set up one table for drinks, one for your main course and side dishes and one for desserts. The exception to this would be if you’re planning a low-country boil, in which case you’d use a disposable table cloth and dump the delicious food right down the middle of the butcher-paper table runner. Be sure to have plenty of napkins on hand!

Food! Get in Muh’ Belly! What’s for Dinner? While your theme will likely dictate your menu, you don’t necessarily have to prepare the food yourself. Catering is a wonderful option for those short on time or for parties planned on short notice. There are many local

restaurants that can accommodate you. For example, if you’re having a BBQ-themed event, Butts and Barley has delicious entrees as well as down-home southern sides and yummy desserts. When preparing the food yourself, if you’re not preparing items that will be consumed right when they’re served, consider making dishes that will be palatable at room temperature, so you don’t have to worry about being close to a kitchen or other heat source, and guests can snack throughout the evening. You’ll also want to make sure that you have a way to cover food items while they’re not being eaten in order to keep out the bugs.

Other Things to Consider… Extra-Curricular Activities: If you’d like to be considered the “host(ess)-with-the-most(ess),” plan to have a few activities for guests to enjoy once the meal has concluded. Cornhole, horseshoes, Slip ‘n Slide, Twister®, hulahoops, jump ropes, karaoke machines, badminton/volleyball nets, sprinklers, bubbles, sidewalk chalk and movies projected onto an outdoor screen are fun ideas, many of which are great for adults and children alike.

Climate Control: Springtime in Georgia can be a bit unpredictable. Plan to have fans (electric and hand-held) in case it’s still really hot when the sun goes down or a fire pit, campfire or bonfire in case it gets chilly. If it has been awhile since it last rained, make sure there are no current bans on outdoor burning in your area before igniting your flames.

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Can Dental Stem Cells

Treat Disease? By Scott V. Merritt, D.M.D.

For decades, stem cells from bone marrow and umbilical cords have been used to treat a variety of diseases including cancer, immune disorders and blood diseases. Now, researchers are looking closely into the possibility that dental stem cells could be used the same way.

What are dental stem cells? Dental stem cells are stem cells found

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in wisdom and baby teeth. Most of the scientific community believes them to be the most powerful stem cells in the body. They replicate at a faster rate and for a longer period of time when compared to stem cells harvested from other tissues. Also, the earlier in life these stem cells are obtained, the more powerful they will be.

How are they extracted? Dental stem cells can be collected from several teeth through a relatively easy process. Your child’s dentist will extract the teeth when one-third of the root still remains. The teeth are then shipped and the cells extracted, grown and preserved by a separate company. Costs vary, and there are also costs associated with storing your child’s stem cells.

Recent research also seems to indicate that dental stem cells may be able to do more than just treat dental disorders. A recent study in the Journal of Dental Research found that dental stem cells can produce the precursor to insulin, thereby showing the promise to one day treat diseases like type 1 diabetes. Researchers are rigorously studying to determine if dental stem cells could also be used to treat heart attacks, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries and blood cancers.

For more information… Always talk with your dentist before making important decisions about your family’s oral health care. You can also research online. The Tooth Bank or Storea-Tooth provide information about the process and associated fees.

What are the benefits? Dental stem cells can produce dental tissue as well as bone and muscle. They could potentially be used to repair cracks in teeth and restore cavities. However, much research is still needed.

Dr. Merritt has been helping families in and around Canton since opening BridgeMill Dentistry on Sixes Road in 2002. 770-704-1812. BridgeMillDentistry.com

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Artist Profile by tina morris

enette Bethel enjoyed attending plays at Elm Street Playhouse long before she became a costume designer for them. Some may call it chance; some may call it fate, but whichever it was, it was a perfect match. While attending a play at the Elm Street Playhouse, Kenette discovered a flyer in the program that said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;looking for visionary support.â&#x20AC;? She took a chance and emailed the playhouse. Soon, she began working in the costume design department.

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Kenette grew up in Huntsville, Alabama where her parents worked as programmers for NASA. Her mother died when Kenette was only nine years old. Her father remarried a year and a half later. It was Kenette’s step mother who first introduced her to sewing when she signed Kenette up for a weeklong sewing camp when she was thirteen years old. Kenette learned a lot and loved the experience. Her passion, plus four years of home economics in high school, prepared Kenette to work as a tailor while attending Kennesaw State University.

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Today, with over four decades of experience in sewing, Kenette is more than capable of costume design and creation. She began working with Cindy Flanders, the costume manager at Elm Street Playhouse, who designed the first play that Kenette worked on. Kenette enjoyed the collaboration, stating that, “Two heads are better than one.” The Little Mermaid Jr. was Kenette’s first show as costume director. Her experience and creative process helped her overcome any challenges she faced. When it comes to costume design, Kenette states that, “It is important to talk with the director first about the overall vision for each character. Next, it’s important to learn what the needs of the characters and costumes are.” For example, if characters must dance, the costume must allow for free range of motion. It sounds obvious, but it can create quite a challenge. Kenette states that, “If the director has a vision in mind, I follow that. If the director does not, then I will follow my own idea path.” Even fabrics can prove a challenge. A fabric that may look perfect at the store may wash-out under stage lights. According to Kenette, the functionality of the garments can be the most challenging task. For The Little Mermaid Jr, Ariel had to transform from mermaid to human on stage. The challenge allowed Kenette to push her creativity and design a piece that became her favorite. Kenette is enthusiastic about upcoming projects, including Annie Get Your Gun. She is not the costume director for this production, but is excited because she loves western wear. She enjoys volunteering with Elm Street Playhouse and encourages anyone who enjoys a craft to find a way to share it with their community.

Tina Morris is a student in the MFA creative writing program at Reinhardt University. 770-720-5582. Reinhardt.edu/Graduate/MFA-CW/

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It’s Gettin’ Hot in Here!

d for Are You Prepare Summer? ia rg o e G r e th o An By Tiffani Brown

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We all know that Georgia weather can be unpredictable, and with the mild winter we had this year, are you sure that your unit is ready for another hot Georgia summer? It is a good idea to schedule an appointment with a certified heating and air specialist for a system checkup before they get inundated with calls from customers who don’t discover their units don’t work properly until they are sweating in their homes in ninety-degree temperatures. This means that there is no time like the present to get your cooling visit scheduled. This will allow your family to have an in-depth look at the condition of your unit before the extreme temperatures move in and wreak havoc on your system. Don’t find yourself stuck in the heat of summer with a condemned unit. The goal of any good heating and cooling provider should be to provide top-notch, professional system recommendations, not as a way to sell you something, but as a necessary customer service to ensure the utmost safety and continued comfort for you and your family. After all, heating and cooling is simply about being completely comfortable in your home.

Tiffani Brown is a Customer Service Representative at R&D Mechanical Services, Inc., 770-917-1795. RandDMechanical.net

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Mark Your Calendar:

Men’s General Health Screening Benchmarks By Dr. Haroon Mian

Every year, regardless of age: Flu vaccine— A flu shot protects you, your family and your workplace from developing severe illness.

Since life can get busy, it’s easy to forget to schedule your health screenings. One way to remember to schedule an annual health screening is to mark your calendar a week before or after your birthday to make your appointments. The following are some general health screening benchmarks to add to your calendar. Many professional medical organizations differ in the specifics of their recommendations, so it’s best to consult your doctor to determine the most appropriate screening schedule based on your personal and family medical history.

It’s up to each of us to take care of ourselves. It’s important to be your own advocate when it comes to health screenings. Tell your doctor right away if you notice anything unusual or if new symptoms arise. For more information, visit Northside.com/healthtools.

Dr. Haroon Mian is a board-certified physician in family medicine at Perimeter North Family Medicine, 460 Northside Cherokee Boulevard, Suite 170, Canton. 770-721-9170. PNFM.com

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Beginning at age 20:

Heart disease, diabetes and stroke— Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. It cost an estimated $316.6 billion in health care expenses and lost productivity in 2011. Check your blood pressure every two years; get a diabetes screening every three years, and get a cholesterol screening every 4-6 years. Skin cancer—The cost of skin cancer treatment is about $2 billion every year in the U.S. Skin cancer is treatable when detected early, but otherwise, it’s potentially deadly. Schedule a head-to-toe dermatology exam every three years.

40 and older: Eye exam— From age 40 to 54, have an eye exam every 2-4 years. From ages 55 to 64, have an exam 1-3 years. If you have vision problems, glaucoma risk or family history of macular degeneration, you may need more frequent exams.

Beginning at age 50:

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Prostate cancer— Whether and when to screen for prostate cancer, including digital rectal exam (DRE) and/or prostate specific antigen (PSA) is a matter of debate within the medical community. Consult your physician. If your father, brother or son had prostate cancer before the age of 65, you may be at increased risk. Generally, African-American men should be screened starting at age 40.

50 years and older:

Colorectal cancer— Colorectal cancer screenings include an annual DRE and a colonoscopy every ten years, or as an alternative, but not a replacement for a colonoscopy, Cologuard DNA testing can be performed every three years. Discuss earlier screenings if you have a family history of the disease or have a personal history of inflammatory bowel disease.

Lung cancer— Want to save on your health insurance and about $1,000 cash each year? Quit smoking. If you currently smoke or have a history of smoking one or more packs a day for ten years, you may be eligible for a low-dose chest CT scan screening for early lung cancer detection.

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Book Review by Jessica Asbell

The Light Between Oceans

hat would you do if your chance at happiness caused someone else a lifetime of pain? In The Light Between Oceans, by M.L. Stedman, Tom Sherbourne is the keeper of the light on Janus, a small island off the coast of Australia. He is there to keep ships from harm’s way. He marries Isabel, and they become the only two inhabitants on the island. Isabel wants plenty of children, but after two miscarriages followed by a stillbirth, she is grief-stricken until a dinghy washes ashore with a dead man and a healthy, wailing infant. Isabel takes the infant and soothes her. As the keeper of the lighthouse, it is Tom’s duty to report this incident. But Isabel convinces him to wait. A day turns into years. And eventually, it’s time to go back to the mainland to have Lucy christened. Tom is uneasy, knowing he should have reported their discovery. By this time, they have learned that the mother was not dead, and in fact, had been mourning her husband and infant daughter for years. What are they to do? M.L. Stedman creates a beautifully written story of pain, family and how our choices can change so many lives. The Light Between Oceans will make you feel the characters’ grief, pain and happiness. It’s a wonderfully written book.

Jessica Asbell is an avid reader and a children’s minister. She holds a BBA from Mercer and a Master of Divinity in Christian education from McAfee School of Theology. She’s also a frequent customer at Foxtale Book Shoppe. 770-516-9989. FoxTaleBooks.com

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(Serves 2-3]

Striped Bass and Farro Ingredients:

Striped Bass and Farro Procedure:

• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

- Fire-roast onion slices until a nice char forms on them.

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

- Place charred onions in the refrigerator to cool.

• 1 cup farro

- In a medium-sized pot, bring water or vegetable stock to a boil.

• 2 1/4 cup water or vegetable stock

- Add the farro to the boiling water/stock, and reduce the heat to low. Cover,

• 2 baby Vidalia onions, peeled, cleaned and cut

and cook for 25-30 minutes or until farro is softened but still chewy.

into 1/2 inch slices

- Drain off any remaining liquid from the farro.

• 2 oz. feta cheese crumbles

- Use a fork to gently fluff the farro, and allow it to cool.

• 1 cup arugula

- Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to a pan on high heat. Add the fish filets, and

• 2 oz. Katamala olives, cut in half

sear with salt and pepper.

• 1 lb. striped bass, cut into 2, 8 oz. portions

- Finish the seared filets in a 400-degree oven for about 8-10 minutes.

• Salt and pepper to taste

- In a medium-heat pan, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter. - Add the charred onion, cooked farro and Katamala olives, and cook for 8-10

Charred Baby Vidalia Sauce Ingredients:

• 2 garlic cloves

- Reduce the heat to low, and stir in the arugula and feta.

minutes or until heated through.

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

- Add the mixture to a plate, and place a fish filet on top.

• 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano • 1 charred baby Vidalia onion • 1 tablespoon water • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil • Salt and pepper to taste

Charred Baby Vidalia Sauce Procedure: - Blend all ingredients together except for the olive oil. - While blending, slowly add in the olive oil. - Add salt and pepper.

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Child Support Modifications After Divorce

By J. Daran Burns

Child support modification actions can be used to change any part of a divorce agreement but usually occur when one party needs to change the amount of child support paid or received each month. Sometimes, an individual has a decrease in income and can no longer afford to pay what was agreed upon. There are also instances when the parent without primary custody has obtained a new, higher-paying job, and the custodial parent feels the amount of child support should be increased. There are five different grounds that individuals may utilize to seek an increase or decrease in the amount of support, but the most common are a substantial change in either parent’s income or financial status or a substantial change in the needs of the children. Modification is the exclusive

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remedy under Georgia law for people seeking to change the amount of child support ordered by the court. The amount of child support ordered by the court in your divorce case was based upon your income at that time. If you lose your job, then you’ve certainly undergone the substantial change in income mentioned in the law. If this happens to you, it’s important to be proactive, and seek a modification from the court rather than failing to pay. Falling behind in child support can lead to the suspension of your driver’s license, garnishment of your paycheck and ultimately— incarceration. Alternately, a medical, educational or some other type of expense that was not expected at the time of the divorce could arise, which makes the

amount of child support being received by the custodial parent no longer sufficient. Perhaps your child has been diagnosed with an illness, and you’re facing hundreds of dollars in monthly prescriptions that you can’t afford, or you’ve determined your child requires tutoring outside the classroom. In these scenarios, you can’t let your child suffer or fall behind; you must move quickly to initiate your modification action. Situations change; fortunately, Georgia law may allow a divorce settlement to change, too.

J. Daran Burns is an attorney and heads the Burns Law Group. 181 E. Main Street, Canton. 770-956-1400. BASLG.com

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How to Design and Grow Dramatically Beautiful Container Plants By Joshua Fuder ontainer gardening can serve as a terrific first step into gardening for the novice; it’s also ideal if you’re limited on time or space. Additionally, it’s excellent for aging gardeners or anyone with limited mobility because it puts the soil at a height that is more easily accessible.

Success Starts with the Soil The biggest difference in container gardening vs. in-ground gardening is the soil. Commercial potting mixes are ideal for container gardening because they allow for adequate drainage and aeration. These mixes will contain a combination of vermiculite and peat moss and either perlite or ground-pine bark. Many commercial mixtures also come fortified with fertilizer. If you plan to have an abundance of containers, consider mixing your own potting soil to save money. Mineral soil (soil from your garden) can be used as long as it’s improved with organic matter to provide the necessary drainage. A mixture of two parts soil, two parts peat moss and one part perlite should be satisfactory. Container Arrangement by Kathy Stose

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Fertilizer Amendments Although commercial mixtures that come fortified with fertilizer often claim to feed up to four months, potting soils by design will not hold on to nutrients for more than a few weeks. Nutrient levels drop as plants use them for growth, and with each watering, nutrients are leached through the soil. Most commercial fertilizers contain the “big three” nutrients — nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. These are the primary nutrients required for plant growth. There are other minor nutrients required for healthy plant growth that are usually found in sufficient amounts in native soils. Since potting mixtures don’t contain real soil, they will often lack minor nutrients like calcium, magnesium, sulfur and iron. Container-grown plants may turn yellow due to lack of iron, magnesium or sulfur. A container-grown tomato may get blossom-end rot, which is a symptom of calcium deficiency. The solution is to choose fertilizers that contain both major and minor nutrients. You can also add dolomitic limestone to the potting mixture at planting time, as it contains both calcium and magnesium. Apply one tablespoon of lime per gallon of soil mixture. When mixing your own soil, it’s beneficial to add a premium-grade fertilizer. A well-

balanced fertilizer such as 5-10-15, 5-1010 or 6-12-12 at a rate of five pounds per cubic yard or 3 ¼ ounces per bushel (1.25 cubic feet). Dolomitic lime should also be added at the same rate as the fertilizer. Supplemental fertilization of plants should begin two-to-three weeks after planting. The frequency will depend on what type of fertilizer you choose. For liquid-soluble fertilizer, plan to apply it every two-tothree weeks during the growing season. For dry, granular types, apply a half teaspoon for every gallon of soil every two-to-three weeks. Slow-release fertilizers are a good option and will last up to three months. A teaspoonful per gallon of soil is generally recommended.

Creative Containers Containers come in all shapes and forms, from colorful, beautifully glazed pots to old rubber boots. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but the function is the same. The most important consideration is whether it has adequate drainage. If you choose a pot without holes for drainage, it’s recommended to use a double-pot method. This requires that you pot in a different container that has drainage holes then place it on gravel inside the pot without holes. Container size is also important. Outdoor container plants, especially fast-growing ones, need adequate space for root development. Small pots restrict root growth, which will result in limited top growth. Containers that are tall (more than one foot) will require a large amount of

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soil. To save on soil, you can fill the bottom of containers with light-weight material such as aluminum cans or old nursery pots— placed open-end down.

Planting Design Designing the container planting is much like traditional garden design. Principles like form, texture, color and proper proportion are perhaps more important in containers than in a larger landscape. For a balanced look, don’t let plants be more than two-thirds of the overall height of the container. For shallow or small containers, choose smaller plants or plants with small foliage. For large or tall containers, choose plants with medium-to-tall, mature-sized plants, plants with large leaves or both. Successful plantings will pull the eye to the center to a “thriller” plant. Plants that work well in this role have compact, upright growth such as salvia, grasses and Dracaena spike. Around the “thriller,” you want to create a sense of flow, so complementary “fillers” should be used. Filler plants will have a compact, upright growth. Good examples of filler plants are geraniums, Dusty Miller and heliotrope. To get a lush, overflowing look, add additional plants that will serve as the “spiller.” Plants like sweet potato vine, verbenas, Vinca vines or Portulacas will be sure to impress. Joshua Fuder is an agriculture and natural resources agent at the UGA Cooperative Extension Cherokee County. Contact the UGA Extension office for any gardening assistance, 770-721-7830 or CAES.UGA.Edu/ extension/cherokee

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New proposed legislation being debated in the Education Committee at the gold dome (HB 114) seeks to ensure that all children attending school in an attendance zone are equally eligible to be recognized as valedictorian or salutatorian for that high school. While this sounds like a simple thing, the issue is very complicated, and the problems may not be solvable with legislation. Passing such a bill would interfere with the school district’s right to govern themselves locally. Additionally, there’s a unique policy in Cherokee County that arose when a student qualified to be valedictorian at a high school where they never took a single class. Some parents think it isn’t fair to the students slaving in honors and AP classes at the school, but parents of the students who are taking these alternative classes think their children work hard to earn these honors and shouldn’t be punished for choosing alternative education solutions.

Leveling the Academic Playing Field By Lisa-Marie Haygood

Cherokee County has chosen to award dual-enrollment students with a flat grade of 95 for an A in college classes, a flat grade of 85 for a B in that same class, 75 for a C, etc.This solution gave an edge to the students who stayed on the high school campus and seemed to solve the problem with class rank. This policy is well published, so when parents choose to send their student to college campuses full time for their senior year, they should understand that they may drop in class rank since they cannot earn higher than a 95 for an A. What is surprising is that other GA school districts give higher weight to students in dual-enrollment classes. This becomes a problem when kids are competing for scholarships and limited spaces at various colleges

and universities.The unintended consequence is punishing our brightest students. An obvious solution is to have the colleges and universities provide numeric grades for the 17,000+ dualenrollment students.Those grades are posted online for the students to see. The school districts could still maintain control of how they give academic weight to the classes for ranking, but the playing field needs to be leveled to ensure Cherokee students get the same credit as students from other areas of the state.

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It Can Change Your Whole Look By Jyl Craven When was the last time someone suggested you “change your tone?” Only in your local hair salon can this phrase bring about feelings of newness and transformation. Yes, choosing a drop-dead-gorgeous hair color is one thing, but choosing the best tone can sometimes be difficult. While hair color is measured in levels ranging from one (darkest black) to ten (lightest blonde), tone refers to how warm or cool the hair appears. By changing the tone instead of the actual color level, you can make hair appear a few shades lighter or darker. Warm tones are lighter and will appear red, copper or gold, while cooler tones are more blue, green and violet. LIFESTYLE

There are four main hair colors: blonde, brunette, black and red, and the tone of these colors can all be changed slightly to create a unique, stylish look. Your skin tone and eye color are important features that will help determine the ideal tone for your hair. There are some modern tones in each hair color that may leave you thinking it’s time for a change. For blondes who want a change, there are plenty of options. To warm up your blonde strands, consider adding some golden, beige or caramel tones. If your complexion is warm, these options will really make your appearance glow. To cool down your look, for a softer, more subtle appearance, consider opting for pearl blonde or icy blonde. Brunettes have as many options as blondes when it comes to changing their tone. When brunettes match 56

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the perfect hair tone with their skin tone, the results can be stunning. Caramel, auburn and reddishbrowns look flattering on warmer complexions, while rich mahogany and burgundy are fashion-forward looks that appear striking on cooler skin tones. Black hair doesn’t have to be drab. It can appear quite alluring with the proper cool and warm tones. Warm black shades, ranging from espresso to ash, to blue/black, will fare well if your complexion is warm/olive. Cooler tones, like black-matte and neutralblack hues, can have a dramatic effect on pale/cooler skin tones. Natural redheads look stunning regardless of skin tone. But if you want to “test your tone,” those with warm skin tones can spice up their look with medium-copper or golden-copper tones to create a

head-turning effect. To cool down your appearance, think about deeper reds or a dark cherry color for an alternative effect. For your finished look to appear natural and balanced, it’s important that your skin and hair tone are in complete harmony. For a quick selfassessment, consider your current look with a few shades lighter or darker. Of course, for a more complete recommendation on which tone is best for you, always consult your local salon professional. So, the next time you hear the words “change your tone,” perhaps you’ll get excited about a beautiful new look coming your way. L

Jyl Craven is owner of Jyl Craven Hair Design of Canton. 770-345-9411. JylCraven.com

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Whole Home Audio By Rick Cheney

Having speakers throughout your home can be a convenient option. Many new homes are prewired for speakers. Prewiring is a great way to plan ahead, so you can easily install speakers without having to cut any holes in your finished drywall. There are many types of speakers available to fit most home décor styles. In-wall or in-ceiling speakers are very popular, and they are flush-mounted, allowing just the grills to be seen.

Most in-wall or in-ceiling speakers come in white, but can be painted to match the color of the room. These speakers come in a variety of sizes, qualities and prices and are usually installed in pairs. If your home isn’t pre-wired, an experienced low-voltage electrician can retrofit wires in your home. Aside from the speaker wiring and the speakers, you’ll need some type of amplification as well as something to play through the speakers. There are many options available to power the speakers; the simplest option is to play one source of music throughout the home, and have volume controls located in each room, so the volume can be adjusted individually in each area. Another option is a multi-room / multi-source system, which allows for several different music sources playing throughout your home simultaneously, all at different volumes. Many of these

systems are able to be controlled via your smartphone, eliminating the need for remote controls or volume control knobs on the walls. Keep in mind that many of these systems require a strong wireless internet connection in your home. No matter what your speaker needs are, a qualified electrical company is a good place to begin. A technician will discuss your needs and make recommendations as to what locations may sound better as well as which locations will be the easiest to install wiring, thereby minimizing the possibility of drywall damage. Installation time varies from house to house, but many systems can be installed in one day.

Rick Cheney is in the purchasing department at H&H Electric and Security, LLC. 770-735-1136. HHElectrician.com

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A Love Triangle By Rajayne Cordery

“He who works with his hands is a laborer. He who works with his hands and his head is a craftsman. He who works with his hands and his head and his heart is an artist.” — Francis of Assisi —

he Trayletaah Triangle at the east entrance to historic downtown Canton is indeed a “love triangle.” The Trayletaah Garden Club (pronounced “Tray-Lee-Tuh”) created it and has maintained it at the corner of East Main, North and Brown Streets since 1963 as a testament to the love of gardening and the love for our beautiful and lovely city of Canton. It has indeed been a labor of love. It beckons to the east entrance of our historic city as a warm and colorful welcome to visitors and residents as they drive and stroll through downtown. Golden daffodils and showy white Phlox in the spring will be followed by a parade of seasonal color throughout the year. The club was founded at the home of Mrs. A.V. Jones, Sr. on October 10th, 1947. The meetings are held at 3:00pm on the first Tuesday of each month, and membership is limited to thirty-five people. The history of the Club compliments

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the history of Canton. Founded by a group of resident young matrons, the name was suggested to honor a north Georgia Cherokee princess, Trahlyta. The name was officially adopted in December of 1947. Trahlyta’s grave lies at the intersection of US 19 and SR 60 in Lumpkin county, a large burial in her honor. She was believed to be the fairest, most beautiful Cherokee Indian princess in our county. As her beauty began to fade, she asked the “Mountain Witch” for help. There is a spring there, where she could drink and bathe to retain her beauty forever. A rejected suitor, Wahsega, kidnapped her and kept her from her waters, causing her beauty to decline. So, she lies under a pile of stones. The folklore suggests if you place a stone on her grave, you shall have good fortune. The “Mountain Witch” shall claim her curse if you remove a stone. The Trayletaah Triangle has a flavorful history. The Club participates in Arbor Day, the Blue Memorial Marker, Christmas at the R.T. Jones Memorial

Library, the Cherokee County Fair Booth, Garden Week in Georgia, Wreaths Across America and many youth garden clubs at Cherokee County schools. Wild honeysuckle, the Club’s flower, was adopted in a 1948 meeting, as it was more abundant in Cherokee County than in any other county in Georgia. The Trayletaah Garden Club is affiliated with: The Garden Club Council of Cherokee County The Laurel District of The Garden Club of Georgia, Inc. The Deep South Region of The National Garden Clubs, Inc. If you are interested in joining, email TrayletaahGardenClub@gmail.com.

Rajayne Cordery is a past president and current member of the Trayletaah Garden Club and serves on the board at the Canton Tree City Commission.

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Clearly, Two Great Options for Orthodontic Treatment By Vishant Nath, D.M.D.

There have been significant strides made in options for orthodontic treatment over the past two decades. Clear aligners are one of the most notable developments. Currently, there are a variety of brands of clear aligners on the market; two of the most common are Invisalign™ (developed in 1997) and Clear Correct™ (developed in 2006). These products are very similar; the basic idea is that a patient’s teeth are moved in small increments by wearing a series of clear, plastic aligners. The aligners are worn nearly 24 hours a day and are only removed for brushing, flossing and eating. The aligners are custom-made to fit each patient’s unique orthodontic needs; however, not all orthodontic cases can be managed using these clear aligners. A consultation with your orthodontist will

reveal whether they are an option for you or your child. Besides the most obvious advantage (they offer invisible orthodontic treatment), there are other advantages to this type of system as well. They are a great option for anyone who might be allergic to metal. The aligners can be easily removed and cleaned, and this also allows for normal brushing and flossing of the teeth. Oftentimes, there are fewer trips to the office, as the patient can progress through the different aligners on a prescribed schedule provided by the orthodontist. Once a patient works with their orthodontist to decide upon clear aligners as a treatment course, the patient takes on a different sort of ownership with this type of treatment as compared to traditional braces. The patient must be

careful not to lose any of the aligners. The patient must also commit to wearing the aligners as prescribed (i.e. for a set number of hours each day). If the recommendations are not followed, the desired result will not be achieved. There are many things to consider when deciding the best orthodontic treatment course. It’s important to take time to speak with your orthodontist to decide what might be the best option for you or your child.

Dr. Vishant Nath is the owner of Canton/Alpharetta/Roswell Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics. 678-352-1090. KidsHappyTeeth.com

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Spring! By Jessica Fowler

Knee pain can bring you down — literally. Knee pain can cause difficulty walking, running, jumping, sitting or standing. There are several different knee injuries that can cause your knees to ache and swell, and they can sometimes even confine you to your bed, but the most common cause of knee pain is osteoarthritis. Sometimes called degenerative joint disease or “wear-andtear” arthritis, osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common chronic condition of the joints. It occurs when the cartilage, or

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cushion between joints, breaks down, which leads to pain, stiffness and swelling. Another cause for knee pain is knee tendonitis. It usually starts as a stiff feeling when running downhill or descending stairs. As the injury worsens, it may remain painful for the duration of your workout. Injuries such as meniscus pain and tears are a prime cause for knee pain as well. The meniscus is a small, rubbery disc that cushions your knee. With general wearand-tear or an injury of the meniscus, the knee can be slightly swollen, painful, stiff and “wobbly.” The knee may give way without warning. These symptoms may go away in a week or two, but they often

come back if you twist, bend, squat or overuse your knee. PCL (posterior cruciate ligament) injuries are the least common cause for concern when it comes to knees. Hyperextension of the knee can cause ligaments that run along the backside of the knee to stretch and tear. No matter if you’re struggling from an injury or common wear-and-tear, there are many non-surgical options to consider. Call or schedule a consultation with a medical professional to determine which option best fits your mobility goals, so you can regain the spring in your step!

Jessica Fowler is the practice coordinator for Georgia Medical Treatment Centers & Medical Weight Loss Clinics, 557 Riverstone Parkway, Suite 140, Canton. 770-345-2000. GeorgiaPTC.com

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Ribbon Cuttings, Ground Breakings and Celebrations J Ray CPA., PC 330 Creekstone Ridge Woodstock 404-994-5102 Accountants

Natural Medical Solutions Wellness Center 203 Oakside Lane, Suite A Canton 678-880-9435 Health Care

DT Chiropractic

Kings Enterprise, LLC

NLB Thrift Store

2920 Marietta Highway, Suite 102 Canton 770-580-0123 Chiropractors

3775 Sixes Road, Suite 150 Canton 770-345-0001 Sporting & Outdoors

1910 Eagle Drive Woodstock 678-679-1172 Addiction/Substance Abuse Treatment, Nonprofit Organizations

Providence Insurance Group

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Goshen Valley Foundation

4180 Providence Road, Suite 200 Marietta 770-973-9990 Insurance

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When to Take Your Child to the

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You should take your child to the ER if: o Your child is less than two months old and has a temperature of 100.4 or higher. o You suspect your child has a displaced/ broken bone, which may cause a lump or unevenness at the site of injury. o Your child has his first seizure, a seizure lasting over five minutes or a group of seizures back-to-back. o Your child has a head injury associated with loss of consciousness, vomits several times after a head injury, or he has decreased responsiveness after a fall. If the child is an infant, extra caution and evaluation is recommended. o Your child is threatening suicide. o Your child has an open wound that will require sutures, particularly if the child will require sedation.

o Your child is breathing fast and heavy, chest sucking in where you can count their ribs, and/or they are gasping for air, unable to speak more than a few words before taking a breath. o Your child has scrotal pain and swelling on one side. o Your child is dehydrated (very dry mouth, lips, no tears, no urination in over twelve hours). o Your child is confused and lethargic. A lethargic child is very inactive. Children with fever are often sluggish. If your child presents with these symptoms, treat the fever, and if they perk up and are playing when the temperature comes down, watch your child closely, and seek advice from your doctor if necessary. Fever alone is not in itself an emergency, other than in infants less

By Vicki Knight-Mathis, M.D. than 2 months old, or if it’s associated with a purplish rash that doesn’t fade when pressed on or unless the temperature is extremely high (over 105 degrees). So, if your child is sick but can walk, talk, play and socialize, it’s very unlikely that your child needs an emergency room visit. Always consult your child’s doctor for advice if you are worried. If you cannot go to the ER and your child is very sick, call 911.

Dr. Vicki Knight-Mathis is a pediatric physician at DV Pediatrics. 770-704-0057. DVPediatrics.com

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