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

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

................... Sheriff Reynolds

........................ Capitol Ideas

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Four years ago this month, when the first issues of Family Life magazines were published, printed and distributed, I became a publisher, and yes, that definitely made me happy. However, looking back, that single moment wasn’t the pinnacle I then perceived it to be after years of working towards it, but rather just one happy event in a string of decadeslong events that continues to this day. I’ve come to the realization that “happy” is exactly where we choose to find it. It is everywhere, every day and in everything. Take a moment. Look. Take in some happy. It is where you least expect it and right where you knew it would be, too.

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Jessica Asbell, Atlanta Hand Specialist, Paul Bodrogi, Cyndi Braun, Michael Buckner, Mary Kay Buquoi, Lynnda Campbell, Rep. Wesley Cantrell, Cherokee County Historical Society, L. Michael Cox, Jyl Craven, Adam Dodson, David Dundee, Joshua Fuder, Donna Haley, Corey Harkins, Paige Harriss, Jessica Helms, Lisa-Marie Haygood, Barbara Jones Newey, James E. Leake, Pamela Marquess, Jim McRae, Tim Morris, Vishant Nath, Michael Petrosky, Frank Reynolds

Over the years, I have found myself simplifying more and more, taking little nibbles of joy along my journey rather than making a meal of it. To me, happiness is smaller. What I’ve tended to notice recently is that things, places and events that make me “happy” are

fleeting; happiness is less a state of mind and more of the moment at hand. It’s the warmth of sunshine as the shadows of the trees pass while you drive listening to one of your favorite songs. It’s the softness of your dog’s ear, the way light shines through the clouds just before a summer storm, the giggle of a child, a hug from your grandmother, a pleasant vacation memory during a long day at the office… the list goes on.

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ometimes, we reach a point in life that makes us ponder what really makes us happy. Then, we realize what a challenge it may be to achieve our perception of happiness, which may make us fear it. Other times, happiness can be very difficult to quantify, as we are often persuaded to pursue a type of happiness that is defined by society and others close to us. However, happiness, as we’ve come to understand it, can be scary. The sacrifices it takes to grow a successful business, the time spent at work to make that dollar that we want to use to buy that stuff, the long commute in traffic, time away from family, the grind — it seems like it will take an overwhelming amount of perseverance, discipline and drive. What’s the big deal anyway? Is being happy really such a big thing?

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Calendar ONGOING Through Sunny Side Up - The Poultry September Industry in Cherokee County — This is a temporary exhibit at the History Museum. It will be there through the end of September. Wednesday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-3:00pm, Cherokee County History Museum, 100 North Street, Canton. 770-345-3288. RockBarn.org

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Farmers Market at River Church — Each Tuesday through November, enjoy fresh baked goods, homemade health and beauty products and farm-fresh fruits and veggies. 2:00-6:00pm, River Church, 2335 Sixes Road, Canton. 770-485-1975. Canton Farmers Market — Every Saturday through the end of October, visit downtown Canton’s Farmers Market for great locally grown produce and handcrafted goods. 9:00am-1:00pm, downtown Canton. 770704-1549. CantonGA.gov

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Downtown Canton First Friday - Be True to Your School — Canton First Friday is a monthly block party, sponsored by the Canton Main Street Program. Come dressed in your school colors. There will be food trucks, live music by Atlanta Rhythm and Groove and local shopping along with all that downtown Canton has to offer! 6:00-9:00pm, downtown Canton. 770-704-1548. CantonGA.gov

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Home by Dark Concert Series - Michael Logan and Beth Wood — A concert experience like no other, Home by Dark brings original music, storytelling, hope, laughter, and evidence that “A Song Can Change Your Life.” 6:30pm, 1140 Liberty Grove Road, Alpharetta. 770-664-1533. ChukkarFarmPoloClub.com

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Meet & Eat — This is an hour of lunch and networking with fellow business leaders. 11:30am-12:30pm, Taqueria Tsunami, 915 Ridgewalk Parkway, Suite 470, Woodstock. 770-3450400. CherokeeChamber.com

Chick-fil-A Moo’ve it 5k — This 5k has grown to become one of the largest road races in Cherokee County. The school with the highest participation wins $1000, 2nd place school $500 and the 3rd place school $250! Select the school you are supporting when you register. The most spirited “cow” runner will win Chick-fil-A for a year. Funds raised support both Cherokee County Special Olympics and the Cherokee County Education Foundation. 7:00am registration, 8:00am race start time, Etowah River Park, 600 Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton. 404-617-6733. Active.com/canton-ga

DW Campbell 3rd Annual Car Show Fundraiser — In addition to the car show, there will be a raffle and prizes at this family-friendly event. Categories will include classic muscle, modern muscle, Euro, trucks, bikes and Asian imports. A live DJ will be present, and 22 trophies will be handed out. There is a $20 entry fee to enter your sweet ride into the competition. All proceeds benefit Autism Speaks. 10:00am3:00pm, DW Campbell, 1906 Professional Parkway, Woodstock. 770-928-7363. AutismSpeaks.org

Power Hour — This is a fastpaced networking event with fellow business leaders as well as the Chamber Chairman of the Board, Bryan Reynolds, and Chamber President and CEO, Pam Carnes. Before the hour ends, you’ll have a chance to share about your business or organization for all to hear.

10:00am, Chamber Board Room, 3605 Marietta Highway, Canton. 770-345-0400. CherokeeChamber.com

SchmoozaPalooza is designed to bring businesses together in a fun and casual networking environment. Exhibitors will have a table-top display that will allow them to promote their business and make new contacts, while attendees will enjoy door prizes, food and fun, as they preview the latest products and services. 4:30-7:30pm, Chattahoochee Technical College, 8371 Main Street, Woodstock. 770345-0400. CherokeeChamber.com

A Novel Idea — Local authors read excerpts from their novels while guests enjoy an evening out. 7:009:00pm, The Snug Gastropub, 190 E Main Street, Canton, 770-213-4814. Facebook. com/CantonLiteraryEvent

B.L.A.S.T.T. - Top 10 Mistakes in an Employee Handbook That Create Legal Exposure for Employers — Come for this informative workshop to help you construct a viable employee handbook. 9:00am, Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce - Terrace Level, 3605 Marietta Highway, Canton. 770-3450400. CherokeeChamber.com

Parents’ Night Off — Drop the kids off at the pool, so you can enjoy adult time! They’ll play in the pool, enjoy a pizza dinner, do crafts, play games and end the night with a movie! 5:3010:00pm, Cherokee Aquatic Center, 1200 Gresham Mill Parkway, Holly Springs. 678880-4760. CRPA.net

TGIF Concert - Gwen Hughes & Grit Hits — Enjoy a night out with families and friends, and listen to the American jazz sounds of Gwen Hughes

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& Grit Hits! 8:00pm, 1140 Liberty Grove Road, Alpharetta. 770-664-1533. ChukkarFarmPoloClub. com

Ball Ground Movie in the Park — This month’s movie is Moana. Movie starts when it gets dark, Ball Ground City Park, Gwen Hughes 177 Old Dawsonville Road, Ball Ground. 770735-2123. CityOfBallGround.com

Summer Concerts in the Park — John Michael Rose, the DashCrackers and TouchFire will be performing at this month’s concert.

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Free admission to the public. Bring your chairs or picnic blanket and listen to some great local entertainment! 5:30-10:00pm, Brown Park, Brown Park, 251 E Marietta Street, Canton. 770-704-1548. CantonGA.gov

I Am Free Music Festival — This

festival will provide day-long musical entertainment of various genres including Jazz, Turkish, contemporary gospel and R & B. A portion of festival proceeds will benefit Revved Up Kids, Inc. a non-profit organization. 11:00am, 1140 Liberty Grove Road, Alpharetta. 770-664-1533. ChukkarFarmPoloClub.com

Strut Your Mutt — This event will be to celebrate National Dog Day and is designed to be fun for you and your mutt! There will be an array of animalcontinued on

Northside Hospital Presents Movies in the Park — The Boss Baby at 8:45pm, Brown Park, 251 E Marietta Street, Canton. GeorgiaMoviesInThePark.com

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LIBRARY EVENTS 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 FINANCIAL LITERACY 101 — OUTSMART THE SCAMMERS & SOCIAL SECURITY August 8, 6:30pm, Ball Ground Incidents of fraud are on the rise, and scammers’ tactics are becoming more complex. Learn how to outsmart the scammers. Also, if you’re nearing retirement and haven’t started taking Social Security, come with your questions, and learn about your options. INKLINGS WRITERS CRITIQUE GROUP August 12 & 26, 3:00pm, Ball Ground August 13 & 27, 3:00pm, R.T. Jones Love to write, but need some feedback? All writers interested in joining a group to share writings, ideas and feedback are invited to attend! SEW MANY GARMENTS August 16, 10:00am, R.T. Jones This is a neighborhood sewing group with a focus on garments. You’re invited to join the fun! ORIGAMI BOOKMARKS August 17, 3:30pm, Ball Ground Make your own monster bookmark using simple origami and creative crafting. This is for ages 8 and older; children ages 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. ECLIPSE PARTY August 17, 4:30pm, R.T. Jones Learn about the upcoming eclipse, and join in on some fun eclipse crafts and activities. This is for adults and children of all ages; children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. DIY FRIDAY — WALL TAPESTRY August 18, 11:00am, R.T. Jones Come and make a unique wall tapestry to add to your home. All materials are provided. Registration is suggested. TEEN BACK-TO-SCHOOL SURVIVAL August 21, 6:00pm, R.T. Jones Teenagers in grades 6-12 can start the school year off right by learning about study skills and healthy ways to de-stress. Teens will also make and take their own school survival kit! FINANCIAL LITERACY 101 — BANKING BASICS August 22, 6:30pm, Ball Ground What’s the difference between a bank and a credit union? Why should I use a bank? How do I open a bank account? Come learn the answers to these questions at this seminar.

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HISTORIC HAUNTED GA August 23, 6:00pm, Hickory Flat Enjoy a paranormal presentation on historic haunted places in Georgia! BEE-BOTS & BLOCKS STEAM PROGRAM August 24, 10:30am, R.T. Jones Kids learn simple coding, as they navigate a maze while playing with robots! DUPLO will be provided, so kids can outline simple shapes. This is for ages 2-5; children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. NO-TECH CODING August 24, 1:30pm, Hickory Flat Play games, work together to complete challenges, and make your own coding kit to take home with you, without even turning on a computer! This is for children ages 6-11; children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. DESIGN YOUR OWN TINY HOUSE August 26, 1:00pm, R.T. Jones Join Kara Rumble, as she talks about what it takes to go tiny and the many benefits of living in a tiny home. Stick around to design your own tiny dream home. Registration is suggested. ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A LIBRARIAN? August 28, 6:00pm, Hickory Flat Contestants ages 8-12 are invited to put their knowledge to the test against the ultimate know-it-all: a librarian! Children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. DIY WITH NAIL POLISH August 30, 6:00pm, Hickory Flat Create a beautiful mug or vase with old, extra nail polish! All materials are provided. Registration is required. SEW A BEANBAG STEAM PROGRAM August 31, 4:30pm, R.T. Jones Kids can make their own beanbags using hand-sewing skills, and then test their aim with beanbag games. This is for ages 8-12; children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required.

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related organizations, food trucks, and contests. Awards will be given for best dressed (small and large), best barker and best tail wagger! Your dog can also visit the Yappy Hour station for a FREE Frosty Paws provided by South Cherokee Veterinary Hospital. 10:00am-1:00pm, Pawtriots (Patriots) Park, 1485 Kellogg Creek Road, Acworth. 770924-7768. CRPA.net

Gardener’s Seminar — UGA Master Gardener Volunteers of Cherokee County will present “Fall in the Vegetable Garden.” Fall is the best time of year to garden. Learn how to extend your garden season to enjoy fresh vegetables into the holidays. Or if weeds have ruined your interest for the year, learn about cover cropping options to build soil health. 10:00am, Hickory Flat Library, 2740 East Cherokee Drive, Canton. 770721-7803. UGE1057@uga.edu

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Downtown Canton First Friday - Dr. Seuss Night & Po Boy’s Car Club Night — Canton First Friday is a monthly block party, sponsored by the Canton Main Street Program. There will be food trucks, live music by The Geeks and local shopping along with all that downtown Canton has to offer! Po Boy’s serves a great purpose to the community with thousands of dollars in donations every year to the Cherokee Training Center, Toys for Tots and others in need. They also visit nursing homes and veterans. They bring their cars to let these people remember back in the day. 6:00-9:00pm, downtown Canton. 770-7041548. CantonGA.gov

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Home by Dark Concert Series - Tony Arata and Danny Mitchell — A concert experience like no other, Home by Dark brings original music, storytelling, hope, laughter, and evidence that “A Song Can Change Your Life.” 6:30pm, 1140 Liberty Grove Road, Alpharetta. 770-664-1533. ChukkarFarmPoloClub.com

Ball Ground Concert in the Park — This month’s band is called Is That So. 7:00-9:00pm, Ball Ground City Park, 177 Old Dawsonville Road, Ball Ground. 770-735-2123. CityOfBallGround.com

Tortoise and the Hare Half Marathon and 10k — This exciting race will be run on the Sutallee trails! Proceeds will benefit Boy Scout Troop #241. 8:00-11:00am, Boling Park, 1200 Marietta Highway, Canton. 770-2563844. TortoiseAndTheHareHalf. RacesOnline.com/

Good Morning Cherokee Breakfast — Both current and future Chamber members will have the opportunity to conduct business and network with more than 200 fellow business leaders. 7:00am, Cherokee County Conference Center, 1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton. 770-345-0400. CherokeeChamber.com

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Business For nearly thirty years, business and community leaders have been showing their dedication to Reinhardt University students, and the AT&T Foundation is one of those continued supporters. “AT&T Georgia is a strong supporter of K-12 and higher education, and we are thrilled to be able to help support deserving Cherokee County high school students attending Reinhardt University. This support will enable many students to continue their education,” said Don Barbour, regional director of external affairs.

Don Barbour, regional director of external affairs for AT&T, presents a $1,000 check to Tim Norton, vice president for advancement and marketing, and Dale Morrissey, director of development and external relations for Reinhardt University.

ADay for Reinhardt is an annual community initiative that generates grants for Cherokee County students attending Reinhardt University. ADay for Reinhardt underwrites the University’s Cherokee County Grant Program, which provides eligible students with as much as $8,000 during their four years at Reinhardt. Since 1988, ADay for Reinhardt has raised nearly fivemillion dollars in financial assistance for local students.

Lockheed Martin’s Aeronautics business has named Cherokee’s own Nor-Ral Inc. as an Elite Supplier for 2016. Lockheed recently designated 26 other small and large businesses as top-performing suppliers for the last year, representing the top 2% of a supply base of 1,400 suppliers worldwide. “This award recognizes suppliers holding a 98% on-time delivery rating with a 98% quality rating. Their role with us makes an impact far beyond performance — it ensures the ability to offer safety and security to customers across the globe,” said Janet Duffey, VP,

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Aeronautics Supply Chain Management. Nor-Ral just celebrated twelve consecutive months of 100% delivery and quality, surpassing the already stringent elite requirements. Nor-Ral was one of only fourteen small businesses named to the list. The Holly Springs-based company provides plastic and composite panel assemblies, fairings, skins and absorbers in support of the C-130 and F-35 programs.

Nurses play a critical role in helping patients heal both physically and emotionally. Across WellStar Health System, nurses are at the center of the not-for-profit’s mission to deliver world-class healthcare to patients. Nurses and physicians who work to elevate the field of nursing were recently recognized at the annual Excellence in Nursing award ceremony presented by WellStar. “As nurses, we’re privileged to work in one of the greatest professions,” said Jill Case-Wirth, chief nurse executive for WellStar Health System. “Nurses are given the opportunity to serve and impact others on a daily basis. Our focus on nurses helps us deliver compassionate care that puts patients first and makes a real impact on their lives.” Four nurses received the System’s top honors in 2017: •

Cindy Newman, RN received the Administrative Leadership and Management award for her work in the Community Education and Outreach department at WellStar Health System.

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Susan Owens, RN was awarded the 5-Star Nurse award for her work in the Mother/Baby unit at WellStar Atlanta Medical Center.

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Alicia Burke, RN was recognized with the Rising Star in Nursing award for her work at WellStar West Georgia Medical Center.

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Nona Harris, RN was awarded the Nightingale Nurse award for her work at WellStar Paulding Hospital.

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By Sheriff Frank Reynolds

The Mission of the Cherokee Sheriff’s Office Dedicated to serving with integrity, protecting with compassion, and preserving a safe and secure environment while keeping the trust and confidence of our community.

The 2021 Vision of the Cherokee Sheriff’s Office

We will be recognized for providing exemplary law enforcement services through servant leadership while adapting to emerging trends and contributing to the quality of life.

s the word “trust” something that comes to mind when you think of law enforcement? If you listen to national news, you might think there’s an absence of trust in the police.

For any law enforcement agency to build trust within the community, that agency must have a positive and meaningful relationship with its citizens. In other communities, I’ve noticed that the law enforcement agency didn’t have a bad relationship with its citizens, the agency just didn’t have a relationship at all. Absence of a relationship can equate to a lack of trust. So, where does this relationship begin, and how is it maintained? As public servants, it’s our responsibility to make every effort to build a positive and meaningful relationship with our community. To achieve this goal, the Cherokee Sherriff ’s office has begun to enhance community outreach programs. One effort is to host a Town Hall meeting at each of Cherokee’s five patrol precincts, which includes BridgeMill, Free Home, Hickory Flat, 12

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Oak Grove and Waleska. The meetings will introduce citizens to the deputies who work in their area as well as provide information specific to each precinct. Another program is our Citizens Academy. For a few hours, once a week, for about ten weeks, citizens learn about every aspect of the agency from uniform patrol to criminal investigations. Other services we offer include S.A.L.T (Seniors and Law-Enforcement Together), Project Life Saver (for people who tend to wander away), and other programs that help improve the community’s quality of life. For more information on how we can better serve you, visit CherokeeGa-Sheriff.org. What can you do to enhance our relationship? Do you know the

deputy who patrols your neighborhood? The firefighter or paramedic who may save your life? Or the communications officer at the other end of your 911 call? If not, why not? They’re the ones who will respond when you call for help, so I encourage you to get to know them. To show support, Lake Arrowhead Church recently invited me and several deputies to their service. It created an environment of goodwill and friendship that everyone will remember for a long time. Another key to building trust is respect. Respect is often not an easy task, since people don’t call us over for a BBQ; they call us during a moment of crisis that they need us to reconcile. However, it’s still our duty to remain professional and courteous, thereby building trust and confidence even during the most trying of circumstances. As your sheriff, I’m honored to have the opportunity to serve you and continue to maintain a trusting relationship with the community. Frank Reynolds is the sheriff for Cherokee County. 678-493-4100. CherokeeGa-Sheriff.org

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Aging and Mental Health By Tim Morris Mental health issues come in various forms, and most of us could not come close to dissecting them. These issues affect about 10% of the clients who receive services from Cherokee Senior Services (CSS), which means staff members must spend more time with these clients. It’s often frustrating because since CSS is not a clinical service, it can’t adapt to their constant needs. What makes it more difficult is that the staff cares deeply for these seniors, so they feel helpless in many situations. LIFESTYLE

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CSS staff members are well trained in many aspects of the aging process and working with seniors. Mental health issues add a different twist to day-to-day operations. Local law enforcement and fire/ EMS members are frequently called by several seniors, and they are wonderful and patient with these clients. Sometimes, they contact CSS to seek help for someone who may not be a client. The relationship between CSS and these first responders is a valuable one. It’s amazing what can be accomplished when everyone works toward the same goal.

If there is someone reading this article who can reach out to CSS and provide information with how to deal with mental health in aging, it would be greatly appreciated. The staff at CSS are eager to learn anything that would make their jobs easier and help them provide the necessary attention to those who are aging with mental disabilities. Who can staff members turn to when they are facing one of many crises related to mental health? CSS would like to start a support group for families that have an aging relative with mental health issues. Please contact CSS if you think you can help. 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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Community Feature Cherokee Retired Educators Provide Scholarship Money Cherokee County School District students who plan to be teachers and attend Reinhardt University will be the recipients of a scholarship, thanks to those who have devoted their lives to education. The Cherokee Retired Educators Association (CREA) recently made a generous donation of $3,000 to Reinhardt University President Dr. Kina Mallard to be awarded to a CCSD graduate who attends Reinhardt University’s Price School of Education. “We give to Reinhardt because we consider it our very own University and are honored that it is part of the Cherokee community. We select the Price School of Education due to wanting to further our profession for the future,” said Karen Hawley, CREA President. To be eligible for the scholarship, students must be admitted to the Price School of Education, maintain a GPA of 3.75 and be a Cherokee County resident.

L-R - Rebecca Amerson, CREA Membership Chairperson; Betty Smith, CREA Secretary; Karen Hawley, CREA President; Reinhardt University President Dr. Kina S. Mallard, and Jean Cantrell, CREA Treasurer. Photo by Jeff Reed.

Congratulations to our October “7Differences” Differences”winner, winner,Angela Melanie Tugman! Congratulations to our July “7 Farris!

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33rd Annual Riverfest Arts and Crafts Festival Comes to Etowah River Park Next Month The 2017 Riverfest Arts and Crafts Festival is scheduled for Saturday, September 23 from 10:00am-6:00pm and Sunday, September 24 from 10:00am-5:00pm. The popular Riverfest event, presented by the Service League of Cherokee County, will take place at a new location, Etowah River Park in Canton, which is along the picturesque banks of the Etowah River. Riverfest is a juried show, featuring original, creative, handmade work by artisans from all over the region. Additionally, the event showcases extraordinary entertainment throughout the weekend — live music and dancing — as well as a fun-filled children’s area where children of all ages can participate in many rides and activities. Patrons are invited to save the date for Riverfest, the Service League’s largest annual fundraising event. All proceeds benefit the needy children of Cherokee County. For many families, Riverfest has become a not-to-be-missed event for kicking off the upcoming fun season, as the cooler, crisp days of autumn arrive. This year’s festival features more than 200 arts and crafts exhibitors, concessionaires and entertainers. There will be many returning favorites as well as several new and exciting exhibitors and features. Select recipes from The League’s latest cookbook, Gatherings & Traditions, will be offered to festival patrons for tasting, and cookbooks will be available for purchase. The Service League of Cherokee County is one of the oldest service organizations in Cherokee County, with a membership of 100 women who work year-round, collectively volunteering more than 10,000 hours per year to raise funds for needy children throughout Cherokee County. Funds raised during Riverfest and other fundraising events sponsored by the League, will provide needy families with day-to-day necessities such as food, clothing, dental care, eye glasses, medical care, rental and utilities assistance, scholarships and much more. To learn more about the work and legacy of the Service League, visit ServiceLeague.net. Admission to Riverfest for adults and children ages eleven and older is a requested $5 donation. The event will take place rain or shine. Free parking and shuttle services are available.

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Community Feature Georgia Writers Association Honors Reinhardt Faculty/Guest Faculty Members

Alaina Howard & Ashelyn Carden Ray Atkins

Anne Corbitt

Ann Hite

Reinhardt University faculty and guest faculty of its Etowah Valley Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing were among those honored at the 53rd annual Georgia Author of the Year Awards. Ray Atkins was given the Lifetime Achievement Award. The Rome resident is an instructor of English at Georgia Northwestern Technical College and has been a part of the Etowah Valley MFA in Creative Writing since its inception. Atkins also was honored as a finalist in the Essay category for “South of the Etowah: The View from the Wrong Side of the River.” Anne Corbitt was a finalist for the First Novel category for her book, Rules for Lying, and Ann Hite earned an honorable mention nod in the Literary Fiction category for Sleeping Above Chaos.

Hasty Elementary Agricultural Project Sponsored by the Farm Bureau and Laurel Canyon Optimist Club After another banner year with three very successful fundraising projects, which included the Annual Raffle Ticket Sale, the Ninth Annual Pancake Breakfast, and the Belk Charity Day Sales, the Laurel Canyon Optimist Club has begun its yearly campaign of giving back to the children in the Cherokee County community. In conjunction with the Cherokee County Farm Bureau, the Laurel Canyon Optimist Club donated a check for $1,000 to Hasty Elementary’s fifth-grade garden club for their ongoing agricultural project, which includes a tower garden for vegetables and herbs as well as outside raised vegetable garden beds. The garden club students meet every Wednesday and have planted many vegetables and herbs including tomatoes, lettuce, cucumbers, bok choy, carrots, corn, potatoes, cabbage, pumpkins, arugula, cilantro, oregano and mint.

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Cherokee Charter Academy Beta Club Students Shine at National Conference Cherokee Charter Academy (CCA) Middle School Beta Club students Ashelyn Carden and Alaina Howard recently attended the National Beta Club Conference in Orlando, Florida to compete in the Service Snapshot competition. This competition requires students to create and implement a service project that benefits their community. CCA Beta students created Easter baskets for Never Alone Ministries to share with children the week before Easter. In all, fifty baskets were created and donated. CCA Beta students first presented their project at Beta Leadership Summit in Jekyll Island in March, which qualified them to present at the National Conference along with 25 other elementary, middle and high schools from across the country. Judging criteria focused on students’ collaboration, communication of ideas and presentation skills.

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CHEROKEE 8/18 8/25 9/01 9/08 9/22 9/29 10/06 10/20 10/27 11/03

North Cobb @ Sequoyah Creekview Lambert @ North Paulding Etowah @ Walton @ Woodstock @ Lassiter Roswell

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CREEKVIEW 8/25 9/01 9/08 9/15 9/29 10/06 10/13 10/20 10/27 11/03

Cambridge @ Cherokee @ Blessed Trinity Sequoyah @ Dalton Allatoona @ River Ridge South Cobb Sprayberry @ Harrison

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North Forsyth Cherokee @ Woodstock @ Creekview River Ridge @ South Cobb @ Dalton Allatoona Harrison @ Sprayberry

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8 Eight CCSD Schools Named National Beta Schools of Merit

Cherokee, Creekview and Sequoyah High Schools and Creekland, Dean Rusk, E.T. Booth, Freedom and Mill Creek Middle Schools earned recognition for supporting the youth service organization on their campuses. National Beta Club, which is the largest nonprofit educational youth organization in the nation, includes senior clubs for students in grades 9-12 and junior clubs for students in grades 4-8. Its mission is, “To promote the ideals of academic achievement, character, service and leadership among elementary and secondary school students.”

The Creekland Middle School Beta Club’s projects have included a toy drive for local children in need.

The Schools of Merit honor recognizes schools’ “dedication to academic excellence, leadership development and commitment to celebrating students’ achievements,” according to Bob Bright, chief executive officer of the National Beta Club. The schools were recently recognized at the 2017 National Beta Convention in Orlando, Fla.

The E.T. Booth Middle School Beta Club organized a Veterans Day dinner for veterans in the community and their families last school year.

CCSD Wins Three National Awards for Communications the nation, honors outstanding publications and electronic media produced by school districts as part of their communications efforts.

The Cherokee County School District has earned its first-ever National recognition for communications by bringing home three awards from the National School Public Relations Association. Each year, the Association, consisting of school communications and public relation leaders and experts from across

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The School District won a Merit Award for its video, “School Closure Decision Process,” animated by Etowah High School teacher Brandon Grummer, which was based on a script by Carrie McGowan, the Office of Communication’s supervisor of strategic planning, community relations and publications. Teasley Middle School Assistant Principal John Carter provided the video voiceover. Two CCSD publications won Honorable

Mention awards: the “2016 Annual Report of District Progress,” which compiles important achievements and data from divisions and schools; and the “2016 First Day Facts,” which provides a snapshot of what’s new for the coming school year. “It is very rewarding to see the School District, specifically its Office of Communications, receive these honors for our intentional efforts to provide timely, relevant and professional communications with our community,” Superintendent of Schools Dr. Brian Hightower said. “For us, these awards represent further validation of our philosophy of transparency and quality in the area of communications and public relations!” They will be recognized by the Superintendent of Schools and School Board at the August 17 meeting.

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Capitol Ideas

What Does a State Representative Do When the Legislature is

Not in Session? By Representative Wesley Cantrell

get asked this question a lot. First, let me remind you that being a state representative is a part-time job. With a salary of just over $17,000, almost every representative must have a fulltime job in addition to their public service. Consequently, when the legislature is not in session, I am focused on fulfilling my duties as the young adult pastor at Woodstock Baptist.

Committee Meetings As a member of the Education, Energy, Juvenile Justice and Small Business Development Committees, I am often asked to attend meetings during our off session time.

Legislation Development I am often asked during the off-session if I would consider drafting and carrying legislation to address a concern that an individual or organization has. This is a time-consuming process, which requires a tremendous amount of patience and thoroughness.

When people ask me to describe my job as a state representative, I tell them that it is basically a fulltime job from the second Monday in January until the end of session, which is typically around April 1st (about three months). The rest of the year it is a part-time job. I typically spend about eight hours a week fulfilling my duties as your state representative during off-session time. What do these duties entail?

It’s an honor to serve as your representative. If I can ever help you with a question or concern, don’t hesitate to reach out to me at Wes@CantrellForHouse.com, or call 770-722-7526. Wesley Cantrell is the young adult pastor at Woodstock Baptist and the State Representative for House District 22, which encompasses parts of Canton, Holly Springs, Woodstock, Ball Ground and Macedonia.

Constituent Services I spend most of my off-session time responding to the concerns and requests of constituents. Sometimes, these are quite simple — such as answering a question, pointing them to the proper government agency or providing a resource of some kind. Other times, it’s more complicated. As the title indicates, I’m often called upon to “represent” a constituent’s concerns. This could involve an email, a phone call or scheduling a meeting.

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Here are a few recent examples: I scheduled a meeting with the Georgia Department of Transportation Commissioner and staff to express my concerns about the Highway 20 widening project, the salt barn on Ball Ground Highway, and the use of downtown Ball Ground by tractor trailers to get from 575 to Highway 20.

I attended a meeting of the Fulton County delegation to express our concerns to the Board of Commissioners about the recent massive hike in property assessments, which would cause a lot of senior adults to have to move out of their homes of many years.

I reached out to my Forsyth County delegation members to express concern about the expansion of the landfill located right on the Cherokee County border.

I hosted a Listening Lunch with Congressman Loudermilk and many leaders in Cherokee County including mayors, law enforcement and education leaders.

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eBikes By Michael Buckner

your whole bike weighing under fifty pounds for ease in maneuverability. If you love electronics and bicycles, you will be excited to learn that these two things have collided to produce the battery-powered eBike. There are two types of motors for eBikes. There are hub motors on the back wheel, and mid-bike motors that go on the crank. The hub motors are less expensive, but they aren’t as good for jumping. The mid-bike motor solves this, but adds $1-2,000 to the price of the bike. So, you will need to decide how intense your riding will be. If you just want to blast up and down the beach (even on loose sand) or around the house, a hub motor is fine. But If you plan on going over big jumps and getting some hang-time, you may want to spring for the mid-bike motor. Either way, be sure to not skimp on other bike necessities. You should still get disc brakes, Shimano® gears, and try to keep

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What’s most exciting is that you will now be able to ride with friends and family. Cyclists know what it’s like to handle more uphill climbing than your loved ones. With eBikes, this gap closes, and you can all ride together. Of all surveyed, the Jetson® brand seems to have the best bikes under $2k, with four varying models. The eBike is also great because it has encouraged those who haven’t ridden a bike in many years to try riding again, and everyone seems to love it! Many people haven’t been biking since childhood. If you are interested in trying an eBike, stop by Audio Intersection in downtown Canton.

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

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Community Partners

ddiction is not a new problem, and those who have been affected by it know how damaging it can be to families and communities. Here in Cherokee County, HopeQuest has been helping individuals and families who have been impacted by addiction to experience freedom, hope, and life for over fifteen years. Since its start as a ministry helping local families, HopeQuest has become a non-profit, state-licensed, residential treatment center for drug, alcohol, and sexual addiction with separate, genderspecific programs for men and women. Because of HopeQuest’s unique and effective approach, which sets it apart from other treatment centers, local individuals and families as well as people from other states are turning to HopeQuest for help. HopeQuest believes that behind every addiction is a story, and the treatment approach is aimed at addressing core issues that drive addictive behavior. Since addiction is a complex problem, HopeQuest’s program is ninety days instead of 28.This gives clients a longer stabilization time and a better chance of succeeding in their recovery. A significant distinction is that its treatment approach is fully integrated in a Christ-centered and clinically effective model that addresses biological, emotional, psychological, and spiritual factors in order to treat the whole person. HopeQuest’s staff is made up of licensed counselors and therapists who view their work as a calling and genuinely care about the people who come for help. While clients are in treatment, HopeQuest also works with family members to 24

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address their needs for support and healing. In Cherokee County, HopeQuest has become a trusted partner for those facing the challenges of addiction. Because of the devastating impact of addiction in the community, HopeQuest is committed to making treatment accessible to those in need by underwriting up to 50% of each client’s costs through the generosity of financial donors. HopeQuest staff members also consult with local church leaders, organizations and families to offer training, support and resources. Every week, the negative impact of addiction on families and communities is felt due to accidents, overdoses, divorces and tragic deaths. Each person struggling with addiction is someone’s son or daughter, mother or father, spouse or partner.The pain and loss resulting from addiction are devastating. HopeQuest exists to help people impacted by addiction to try to keep these things from happening. If

you or your business would like to help people struggling with addiction to write new chapters in their lives, visit HopeQuestGroup.org. To speak with the admissions department about HopeQuest’s addiction treatment programs, or for a free confidential assessment, call 678-391-5950, or email Contact@ HopeQuestGroup.org. Over 26,000 Each Issue, Every Month

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Out of convenience, many people use antibiotics when they don’t truly need them. It’s become so common that bacteria are mutating and developing a resistance to antibiotics, which makes some illnesses much more difficult to treat. The bottom line – if we can’t use restraint when it comes to antibiotics, then we will likely end up in a situation where we aren’t able to fight common or complex illnesses. This should scare parents and anyone in the community. But luckily, there’s a fix, and we can all do something about it. It won’t be easy. But healthcare providers and patients can stop antibiotic resistance together. We can save lives together. First, how did we get to this point? Antibiotics started out as a game changer. When they were discovered and first mass produced eighty years ago, they were saving lives. Patients who were dying because of bacterial infections were suddenly treatable. When a bacterial infection broke out among the troops during World Word II, antibiotics saved the lives of countless soldiers in the 1940s. Throughout the years, people learned of their power and began to demand it. People demanded antibiotics for everything, even the common cold. But as our dependence has grown, we’ve exposed bacteria to antibiotics repeatedly. When that happens, they become resistant over time.

By Donna Haley, M.D. Many infections are no longer responding to antibiotics. And if antibiotic resistance continues to spread, we will return to a time without antibiotics, which would be a true health crisis for our community and for the world. But, there’s a solution. We can decrease the number of times bacteria is exposed to antibiotics. To do that, we decrease the number of times it’s prescribed. We save it for the serious illnesses. We only use antibiotics when there’s no other option.

STOP ANTIBIOTIC RESISTANCE

What can you do? Patients and their physicians should discuss natural remedies and alternative prescriptions whenever possible. Even better, everyone can avoid the

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need for medicine by staying healthy. A healthy lifestyle of exercise and balanced eating keeps our immune system strong and helps our body fight illnesses naturally. Vaccines, active handwashing, wiping cell phones with antibacterial wipes and sneezing into our elbow lowers the spread of germs and keeps our body from having to fight them off. By being aware of the dangers of antibiotic resistance and the preventative measures we can take as a society, we’re giving power back to antibiotics, and we’re ensuring a better future for our children. We should all want future generations to have access to life-saving antibiotics if they need them.

Donna C. Haley is a physician at WellStar Family Medicine at Edgewater Hall. 687 Marietta Highway, Canton. 770-479-8040. WellStar.org

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Why Everyone Should Care About Public Education — Whether You Have a Child in the Public Education System or Not By Lisa-Marie Haygood

Did you know that a free and adequate public education is not only granted to every Georgia student by our state constitution, but that it is the PRIMARY responsibility of the state? Think about that for just a moment. If something is your primary responsibility, doesn’t it demand most of your time, attention and resources? So, why isn’t public education important to everyone? Yes, the quality of education can have a great deal of

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influence on a child’s future endeavors and chances of being successful. But even if you don’t have children in public schools, the quality of education where you live is very important. It affects the value of your home and your ability to sell it, and it is a major consideration when businesses choose to locate to your area, thereby providing jobs and resources to the entire community. Not all schools are perfect, and not all teachers are wonderful, but in Cherokee County, a solid effort has been made to ensure excellence in every school no matter where you reside in the county. Choices and options have been provided for families that want their children to have opportunities in arts, science, technology, engineering and math. We

have options for night school, options to study career pathways, and options for advanced placement and moving on to local colleges and universities to complete high school and college combined.These resources and options are presented in a user-friendly format on the Cherokee County School District website for parents and students alike. Quality education impacts all of us. The people who wait on your table, ring up your groceries, change your oil, and take your customer service phone calls are of better caliber when their education is excellent. We should all be concerned with making sure our kids have the best teachers, technology, and education resources available to them. Ensuring their success makes a brighter future for all of us!

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(Serves 4) Fruit Medley Ingredients

Orange Sauce Ingredients

w 2 mangoes w 2 kiwi fruit w 1 pineapple

w 12 oz. orange juice (fresh squeezed is preferred) w 1 oz. sugar w ½ vanilla bean, cut in half and seeds scraped

Fruit Medley Procedure - - -

Peel and slice the mangoes, and grill one minute on each side. Dice other fruits, and combine in a bowl. Dice the grilled mango, and add to the fruit mix.

Meringue Ingredients w 2 oz. egg whites w 2 oz. sugar

Meringue Procedure - Combine egg whites and sugar in a mixing bowl, and whip to medium peaks.

Orange Sauce Procedure - -

Combine all ingredients in a `pot over low heat, and reduce by 25%. Allow the sauce to cool before using.

Summer Biscuit Ingredients w 8 oz. all-purpose flour w 5 oz. cake flour w 1 tablespoon sugar w 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder w ¼ teaspoon salt

w 4 oz. butter, cut into large pieces w 9 oz. buttermilk w Zest of ½ lime w Zest of ½ lemon w Powdered sugar for garnish

Summer Biscuit Procedure

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Roll out the dough to a thickness of ¾ of an inch. Cut the dough with a 2-inch biscuit cutter. Bake at 400 degrees for about 12 minutes. After cooling, cut in half.

Assembly

- In a mixer, combine all the ingredients except the buttermilk. - Using a paddle attachment, mix on low speed until the mixture resembles coarse sand. - Stream in the buttermilk, and mix until just combined. - Remove the dough to a floured work surface, and knead a couple of times, being careful not to overwork the dough.

- Place the bottom half of the biscuit on a plate. - Arrange fruit around and on top of the biscuit half. - Cover the fruit with the orange sauce. - Scoop the meringue on top of the biscuit, and cover with the remaining biscuit half. - Dust the biscuit with powdered sugar.

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

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By Pastor Jim McRae

It’s here! Back to school! Some parents have been dreading this. Some have been counting the minutes. And each time I ask the kids if they’re excited about going back to school, most scream “YES!” Only a few don’t want to attend. Then, there are the teachers. I bet most of them are excited, too. I guess

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a few don’t want the summer to be over just yet, but for the most part, I’d bet they can’t wait to get back in the mix. Teachers love to teach. They love to nurture. They love to help. They love to watch young minds grow. It’s what they are paid to do. When I look at people in church and churches all over this country, I get the same feeling. Most people help, love, give, serve and pitch in because it’s what they love. Then, there are others who go begrudgingly. They’re not ready to give up their old life. They want to hold onto this world and all the things in it and serve only themselves. Jesus says it doesn’t work like that. You can’t love two masters! I hope you will hear this in love. The greatest thing you could ever do with your life is love beyond it. Challenge yourself to find a church

that loves to reach out. Find a church that loves to give. Find a church that loves to look beyond itself into the lives of others, and let that church challenge you to do the same. Let that church stretch your family to go beyond, because it is there you will discover real life. So, are you ready to be what you were created to be? Are you ready to do what you were created to do best — love, help, serve, give? It’s time for school, and I’m excited for all those who get the opportunity to experience it. As Christians, let’s get back to what we were created to do as well. If we all decided to love beyond, what a world it could be!

Jim McRae is the pastor at Canton First United Methodist Church, 930 Lower Scott Mill Road, Canton. 770-479-2502. CantonFirstUMC.org

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COVER STORY

By Cyndi Braun

If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for a family-oriented

that offers the latest hair styles and treatments, Studio 5 Salon & Spa is the place for you. They are now located off of two entrances, 145 W Main Street or 136 Archer Street in downtown Canton. Since 2001, Jennifer Davo has owned and operated the salon, which was previously located on North Street. The salon offers an array of color and style techniques that are individualized for each client. Expert stylists stay up-todate on current trends through continued education.

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Family Approach “In this industry, many salons are directed toward particular groups, like men’s styles, children’s or adult-only,” said Jennifer. “We have clients who are two, and we have clients who are 92. If one person in a family becomes a client, we often end up doing the whole family. So, we offer services for the entire family, and we also involve our own families in the salon.” In fact, “family-friendly” extends to employees: eight women on staff are mother and daughter combos including Jennifer and her step-daughter Makayla. Born in Canton and raised in Jasper and Ellijay, Jennifer was homeschooled from kindergarten through high school. At the age of sixteen, she enrolled in Pickens Tech to learn Cosmetology, graduating before she was eighteen years old. She worked for five years at other salons, then opened Studio 5 just prior to her twenty-third birthday. “I felt like some salons were trying to be so trendy and edgy, and I just wanted more of a family environment,” Jennifer said. “Having my own salon made it possible for me to focus on quality and building relationships with clients.”

Building Relationships The emphasis on relationships and customer service is evident the moment a client walks into the door. A front desk employee welcomes each person to the salon, and stylists are quick to say “hello.” “We welcome every client who walks through the door, and we strive to provide fantastic customer service, and our goal is that our client walks out with a great experience,” said Jennifer. Stylists get to know their clients so well that they are familiar with each client’s hair and personality. They help clients determine the right style that best suits them, and they take the time to teach clients how to take care of their hair and new style once they get home. “Doing hair is not like taking a fast-food order and putting a burger and fries in a bag to go. Every client is unique. In order to offer quality service, you have to care about each person, and you have to build relationships,” said Jennifer.

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For example, when Jennifer found out that a family member of one of her stylists was struggling with hair loss, she wanted to help. She became an EvolveTMcertified stylist, so that her salon could offer this semipermanent solution for women with hair loss. Besides helping clients, Studio 5 reaches out to young people being served by three programs of Goshen Valley, a Canton-based organization that helps vulnerable youth and families. Studio 5 helps the youth get ready for the prom every year.

For More Information With Jenniferâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s emphasis on a family-friendly approach, Studio 5 offers old-fashioned values and quality service for the entire family.

Studio 5 Salon & Spa

770-345-5000 145 W Main Street or 136 Archer Street, Canton Studio5Salon.org/ Facebook.com/Studio5SalonInc/

Hair Services Hair Cutting & Styling

Stylists provide haircuts and styles for children, juniors, men and women. They also trim bangs and offer updos and conditioning treatments.

Color & Highlighting

Clients can take advantage of color and highlighting services at Studio 5 including single process, chromatic, menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s color, partial and full foils. In addition, stylists are highly trained and experienced in Balayage, Ombre and Sombre.

EvolveTM Volumizer

For women suffering from hair loss, Studio 5 offers EvolveTM Volumizer, a semipermanent hair piece that adds volume and texture without chemicals.

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Brazilian Blowout

This anti-frizz/smoothing treatment helps people with thick, wavy hair achieve the nearly impossible: smooth, shiny hair. The treatment improves the condition of the hair by creating a protective layer around the hair shaft. After about twelve weeks, the natural curl pattern returns with no line of demarcation of new hair growth.

Hair Extensions

Hair extensions provide volume, length and versatility. Studio 5 offers a wide selection of I-Tip hair extensions, which are installed by clamping each hair extension using microbeads. I-Tip extensions require no chemicals, glue or heat, which means little to no damage to natural hair.

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Prevention of Sports-Related Mouth Injuries By Vishant Nath, D.M.D.

It is estimated that thirtymillion children in the U.S. participate in some sort of organized sporting activity. These activities can contribute to sportsrelated injuries, many involving the face. As a parent, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to know the best way to prevent these injuries. Males are twice as likely to experience sports-related oral injuries than females. Even in football, where protective equipment is a high priority, only about 2/3 of youth football players regularly wear mouth guards. In sports such as soccer and softball, the compliance and emphasis on mouth protection is even less; only about 7% of these athletes regularly wear mouth guards. Even at the high-school level, there are

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only four sports where mouth guard usage is required nationally: football, lacrosse, field hockey and ice hockey. Basketball is a sport where many facial injuries occur due to the close contact and speed of the game.

that the cost of treating an avulsed tooth could range from $5000 to $20,000 over a lifetime. This doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t include the loss of work time from parents to accommodate dental visits, or the loss of school time for the children.

The American Dental Association recommends the use of mouth guards for youth involved in acrobatics, basketball, bicycling, boxing, equestrian events, extreme sports, field events, field hockey, gymnastics, handball, ice hockey, inline skating, lacrosse, martial arts, racquetball, rugby, shot putting, skateboarding, skiing, sky diving, soccer, softball, squash, surfing, volleyball, water polo, weightlifting and wrestling.

Your pediatric dentist can create a custom-made mouth guard for your child. The cost of the mouth guard is much less than the cost of the dental treatment that may be needed if oral injuries are sustained. If your child participates in these types of sports, it is well worth considering investing in a quality, comfortable, protective mouth guard.

Each year in the U.S. there are five-million teeth avulsed (knocked out), many due to sporting activities. In 2005, the National Youth Sports Safety Foundation estimated

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

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Quotables

“Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love.” -Lao Tzu

-Duane Hanson

“If you are irritated by every rub, how will you be polished?” -Rumi

“Letting go means to come to the realization that some people are a part of your history but not a part of your destiny.” -Steve Maraboli

“The only normal people are the ones you don’t know well.” -Alfred Adler

“Art doesn’t have to be pretty. It has to be meaningful.”

“Much unhappiness has come into the world because of bewilderment and things left unsaid.” -Fyodor Dostoyevsky

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“Adults are always asking little kids what they want to be when they grow up because they’re looking for ideas.” -Paula Poundstone

“Great men are they who see that spiritual is stronger than any material force, that thoughts rule the world.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson

“If you think you’re too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito.” -the Dalai Lama

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Because Maybe Your Glory Days Haven’t Passed You By! By Julie Senger

ho says that just because you’re an adult that you must stop playing recreational or competitive team sports? In fact, adulthood is as good a time as any to play sports for many reasons. First of all, you no longer have to worry about how you’re getting to and from practices and games; you can totally drive yourself! No more relying on mom’s taxi or carpooling with your neighbor! Also, you no longer have to worry about impressing your parents — no more looking over to the sidelines or grandstands to see if mom or dad saw that amazing play you just made (or to see if they saw you rib-cage it while going for that fly ball that you missed)! All kidding aside, the biggest reasons why now is as good a time as any to take part in a sport is because it’s physically and mentally healthy for you. Just be sure you obtain your physician’s consent before starting any new physical activity.

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According to StateOfObesity.org (“Adult Obesity in the United States”), Georgia is tied with Wisconsin for having the nineteenth worst adult obesity rate in the U.S. as of September 2016 (Louisiana, Alabama and Mississippi rank 1st-3rd, respectively, in case you were wondering). Over thirty percent of adults in Georgia are considered medically obese, meaning they have a body mass index (BMI) of thirty or higher. This means a large percentage of adults in Georgia need to eat less and exercise more. Of course, for most of us, that’s easier said than done. But, in terms of exercise, wouldn’t it be fun to get your cardio in by running up and down a basketball court, crossing up your opponent to get inside the paint to make that sweet lay up, scoring two points for your team? Think you’re too old to dribble up and down the court? Well, check out the San

Diego Splash (ESPN.com/espnw/ video/19395401/san-diego-splash). The Splash is a women’s basketball team for which you must be at least eighty years old to play. You read that correctly; “eighty” was not a typo. In addition to the physical advantages of playing a sport, there are also mental advantages. Physical activity releases endorphins (your body’s “happy” chemical), which helps reduce depression, stress, insomnia and anxiety. It also boosts self-confidence, brain power/concentration/memory skills, creativity and energy level (“The Top 7 Mental Benefits of Sports,” Healthline.com). So, why not grab your buddy from the office, and join a local kickball team? You can release some work-related stress, clear your head, and allow your creative juices to start flowing, which may help you come up with a new way, (anything other than another PowerPoint™ presentation), to present your latest brilliant idea in the next company meeting. Finally, there’s a reason that so many companies invest in team-building retreats for their employees. There are definitely some positive things to be gleaned from being a part of a team. Teams are about bringing people together to achieve a common goal, so individual egos must be cast aside. When you are part of a team, you must learn to take constructive criticism from coaches and teammates, and apply it

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Not sure where to find a local team sport to join? Here are a few suggestions to start your search: to your athletic performance. That said, if you are the teammate who is giving constructive criticism or communicating critical instructions during the heat of a game, you must be clear and diplomatic in your communication. And having the self-awareness to know your own strengths while also recognizing the strengths and skills of others is an invaluable trait that can be developed on the playing field. All of these skills translate well to the workplace and your family at home.

Basketball Cherokee Recreation and Parks Association CRPA.net/athletics/adultbasketball/ Life Time Fitness UHLife.com/find-your-league-1 LA Fitness LAFitness.com

Flag Football

Cherokee Recreation and Parks Association CRPA.net/athletics/adult-flagfootball/

Softball

Cherokee Recreation and Parks Association CRPA.net/athletics/adult-softball/ Cherokee Senior Softball Association CSSA.teampages.com/

Soccer

Impact Adult Soccer League CSAImpact.com

Volleyball

Atlanta Volleyball Meetup Group MeetUp.com/AtlantaVolleyball/

Kickball

Cherokee Recreation and Parks Association CRPA.net/athletics/adult-kickball/

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Medication Safety for Children We actively engage to learn and provide the right foods and fluids, in the right amounts for our children to be energized and function at their best. We are watchful that children do not have access to or consume food and fluids that are not good for them. The pharmacy team’s watchfulness is called Medication Safety, and here are a few SAFE thoughts.

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1st Area of Safety — Over Medication Often, non-prescription drugs are called “Over-the-Counter,” OTC for short, because they do not require a prescription to purchase. We walk up to the children’s display, read the information, and make our selection. Many times, parents give these medicines together and duplicate the active ingredient. Safety for OTC means that some products do NOT need to be taken together. More importantly, more of the same medicine does not heal faster. Ask your pharmacist for the SAFE choice in OTC medications.

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By Pamela S. Marquess

▶ 2nd Area of Safety — Doses of Medication

Do you have a child who takes medicine on a daily basis? Is it a challenge to arrange to have doses available for your child at school, at an after school activity or traveling with family or friends for extracurricular activities? Unit dose packaging provides a SAFE, sealed, individual dose. This type of packaging is a SAFE solution.

▶ 3rd Area of Safety — Emergency Help

While your pharmacy team never wants you to experience the stress a parent feels when you think a child got into a medicine that is not for them, program “800-222-1222” into all the phones of those who care for your children — NOW! This number is the 24-hour HOTLINE for the Poison Control Center, but it is also your SAFE VOICE in case of a medication emergency. Medication Safety is the pharmacy team’s highest priority for your family.

Pamela S. Marquess, Pharm. D. is co-owner of PharMoore Health Mart Pharmacy, 3422 Sixes Road, Canton. 770-213-3341. PharMoore.com

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See the First U.S. Continental Total Solar Eclipse Since 1979!

n Monday, August 21, 2017, be sure to block out the afternoon to catch an amazing, rare spectacle. Stretching from Salem, Oregon all the way to Charleston, South Carolina, the total solar eclipse will be a sight you won’t get to see again across the U.S. until 2024. The metro Atlanta area will see between 95-97% of the Sun eclipsed. Locally, the eclipse will begin around 1:00pm EDT and reach a maximum at about 2:30pm EDT. The eclipse will end at 4:00pm EDT. The northeast portion of the state will be the closest path to see totality; however, the mountainous regions could be hindered by cloud coverage. Weather, of course, is a very important factor to consider when making your eclipse observation plans. Solar eclipses occur when the Moon is perfectly lined up between the Earth and the Sun. This can only happen at the time of a New Moon. Usually, there are two or three solar eclipses every year, but they are not all visible from our region. During the eclipse, the sky will appear much like it does at twilight. While it won’t be totally dark, you will certainly notice that the Sun is not as bright as normal. Be cautious when driving. Better yet, make plans to NOT be driving, so you won’t miss this fantastic astronomical event. For best observing, please remember the Sun is always dangerous to look at. Never observe the Sun without the proper filters and without someone with you who knows how to observe the Sun safely. 42

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By David Dundee

WOODSTOCK

CANTON

City of Woodstock Parks and Recreation Department Hosts

Family Life Publications Hosts

DARK IN THE PARK VIEWING PARTY FOR THE 2017 SOLAR ECLIPSE August 21, 1:00-4:00pm Northside Hospital Cherokee Amphitheater 101 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock

FADE TO BLACK! SOLAR ECLIPSE VIEWING SOCIAL August 21, 1:30-3:30pm Cannon Park 130 E Main Street, Canton - FREE eye protection at the gazebo while supplies last!

- Eye protection will be provided for the first 200 people. - Bring blankets and lawn chairs. - Enjoy music, activities, food and a moonwalk.

N O R T H F U LT O N Chattahoochee Nature Center (CNC) Hosts

SOLAR ECLIPSE VIEWING August 21, 2:00-3:00pm 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell - Solar viewing goggles will be provided. - For more information, visit ChattNatureCenter.org, or call 770-992-2055

David Dundee is an astronomer at Tellus Science Museum in Cartersville, GA. Tellus is a Smithsonian affiliate museum. 770-606-5700 TellusMuseum.org

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ECLIPSE FACTS On August 21, 2017, all of North America will view (weather permitting) a partial eclipse, when the moon obscures part of the sun. A total eclipse will be viewable throughout a 70-mile-wide path that crosses fourteen of the United States from Oregon to South Carolina.

Hopkinsville, Kentucky will view the greatest eclipse – that is, where the Sun, the Moon and Earth line up the most precisely. The eclipse begins there at 1:24pm CDT.

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The lunar shadow will exit the east coast of the U.S. at 4:09pm EDT.

The last total eclipse in the United States occurred on February 26, 1979. The last total eclipse that crossed the entire continent occurred on June 8, 1918. The last time a total solar eclipse occurred exclusively in the U.S. was in 1778.

Experiencing a total solar eclipse where you live happens, on average, about once every 375 years.

12.2 million Americans live in the path of the total eclipse. Of course, with visitors, that number will be much higher on August 21! These quick-changing conditions can affect local weather and even animal behavior. For example, orbweaving spiders were observed dismantling their webs during a 1991 eclipse in Mexico.

Eleven spacecraft, over fifty NASA-funded, high-altitude balloons, numerous ground-based observations and citizen scientists will capture a wealth of images and data that will be made available to the public before, during and after the eclipse.

Total solar eclipses offer unprecedented opportunities to study Earth under uncommon conditions. The sudden blocking of the Sun during an eclipse reduces the sunlight energy that reaches the Earth. Scientists stationed in Columbia, Missouri and Casper, Wyoming will measure the radiant energy in the atmosphere from the ground and in space. Their goal is to improve our understanding of how the Sun’s radiant energy within the Earth’s atmosphere changes when clouds, particles, or the Moon block sunlight from reaching the Earth’s surface. *Source – Eclipse2017.NASA.gov

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Hassle-Free Hair By Jyl Craven

Does your frizzy hair have you in a tussle as you start each day? Have you ever wished you could have a more manageable mane? If you could reduce your blow-drying time each day, would you want to learn how? Let’s face it, hassle-free hair is something we all dream of. And finding a solution to our own unique hair woes can sometimes leave us feeling bemused. If this sounds like you, then you may want to consider a keratin treatment. Keratin services have many benefits, but there are a few things you must first be aware of before getting one of these transformative treatments. LIFESTYLE

What is a keratin treatment?

Keratin is a protein that is naturally found in your hair, skin and nails. In human hair, keratin acts as an external protective shield and an internal structural protein. Over time, as hair becomes physically damaged, by chemicals or from the environment (such as from the sun), the hair’s natural keratin becomes depleted. A keratin treatment replenishes the gaps in the hair by penetrating the cuticle. The treatment then works to strengthen the keratin bonds from within while repairing those damaged strands and smoothing the hair shaft.

What are the benefits?

The most common reason people get a keratin treatment is for improved manageability. When keratin gets infused into your strands, your hair will instantly be less frizzy, your split ends will be mended, your locks will become 44

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shinier, and smoothness will reign supreme. Hair feels healthier, and hair color becomes more visibly vibrant. Time spent blow drying may also be reduced by as much as 50%.

strip out keratin, always rinse your hair with fresh shower water before going for a swim. Doing so will add hydration and help prevent your hair from absorbing unwanted chlorine and salt.

How long will it last?

Whether you’re heading back to school or simply want an easier start to your day, hassle-free hair is something we all want. The transformative and lasting benefits of a keratin treatment make it a unique service that delivers both enhanced beauty and improved styling. If this is you, seek out a professional who is certified in keratin treatments. Then, you’ll finally be able to enjoy your hair, your way. L

A keratin treatment can last four-to-five months with the proper care. The longevity of the treatment begins with the proper at-home hair-care regimen. Unlike other salon services, getting the proper post-care products for a keratin service is essential, if you want it to last. After a treatment, always opt for a sodium-chloridefree and sulfate-free shampoo. Use styling products, blow-dry creams and serums that are infused with keratin. And when styling, do not pull your hair up into a braid or pony for the first couple of days. If the Georgia heat has you wanting to relax in the pool, take caution, and follow this bit of advice: Since chlorine and salt water quickly

Jyl Craven is owner of Jyl Craven Hair Design of Canton. 770-3459411. JylCraven.com

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Woodstock Summer Concert Series Drivin’ N Cryin’

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Artist Profile BY BARBARA JONES NEWEY

ld School Horn Band, a nine-member local party band known for its classic rock and rhythm and blues, is back on stage this summer with three new members, some new twists on popular favorites and a renewed emphasis on songs that showcase the rich, full sound of its unique three-person horn section. According to guitarist Bedeke Cresci, the last of the band’s founders still on the roster, the recharged and rejuvenated band is coming out strong with all the favorites its fans have come to expect and some surprises, including new members Bob Brooks (vocals), Justin Gorun (bass guitar) and Fred Jewell (keyboards). Still rocking the roster are Joy Boyd (vocals), Tim Fellenz

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(trumpet), Jill Freeman (trombone), Steve Weikle (saxophone) and Brad Wild (drums). The brainchild of Cresci and two of his friends, one of whom didn’t even play an instrument at the time, the band formed in 2008 after a group scheduled to play at a neighborhood party cancelled at the last minute. The band’s rapid growth and popularity exceeded their expectations. Based in Alpharetta, the band plays a wide range of music, but its emphasis is on 70s-era classic rock, which Cresci and some of the senior members of the band grew up enjoying. “We play music we love,” he explains. Favorite artists include Van Morrison, Joe Cocker and Steely Dan, plus Motown and rhythm

and blues legends such as Otis Redding. They gravitate toward music with a strong horn component, including the Blues Brothers’ “Soul Man,” Chicago’s “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?” and Sam and Dave’s “Hold On, I’m Comin’.” Their most requested song? Bruce Springsteen’s “Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out.” In addition to popular hits, they

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play lesser-known gems. “We try to do material that is a little more complex or that would not typically be played by other bands,” Cresci says. He named “The Low Spark of High Heeled Boys” by Traffic, “5:15” by The Who, “Jackie Wilson Said” by Van Morrison and “Them Changes” by Buddy Miles as songs “many bands wouldn’t attempt because they require horns to sound their best.” Cresci, who started playing the guitar in high school,

comes from a musical family. His brother plays guitar, and his mother plays piano. While not a musician, his father’s love of classical music added to his interest in various genres, including Flamenco guitar. His early musical influences include Jerry Garcia of the Grateful Dead. Cresci was drawn to Garcia’s “very improvisational approach to music.”

of love. “There’s just something about playing music that both satisfies the soul and sets it free,” he adds. Advice to young musicians just starting out? “Play music that you love with people who you like — that’s when music is the best,” Cresci advises.

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Barbara Jones Newey is a freelance writer residing in north Georgia. She is a participant in the Reinhardt University Etowah Valley MFA in Creative Writing program.

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Oral Cancer Screenings and Prevention By L. Michael Cox, D.M.D. Historically, oral cancer has received much less attention than other types of cancers. However, a quick look at relevant statistics shows why early detection and prevention should be a priority for everyone. There are over 43,000 cases of oral cancer diagnosed in the U.S. each year, accounting for more than 8,000 deaths. Among survivors, 60% will endure serious problems associated with speaking, swallowing, eating and breathing. Men are two times more likely to be diagnosed with oral cancer than women, and the risks increase for both genders during their forties. As

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expected, smokers and excessive alcohol drinkers are at a much higher risk of being diagnosed with oral cancer. In addition, recent research suggests a stronger connection between oral cancer and the human papilloma virus (HPV), which can be contracted via sexual contact.

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The good news is that oral cancer screens can be painlessly completed in less than five minutes. The process involves a visual inspection of the tongue, lips, cheeks and throat along with using the hands to apply light pressure on areas of the head, neck and ears. Your dentist may also ask you to move your jaw, turn your head from side to side and stick out your tongue during the exam.

For oral cancer prevention, keep track of your family’s history of cancer and related diseases. Also, avoid cigarette smoking, chewing tobacco and excessive alcohol consumption. Eat a well-balanced diet, and avoid excessive exposure to the sun, especially to the lips. And, of course, schedule your semi-annual teeth cleanings with a dentist who includes oral cancer screens as part of a routine examination.

Oral cancer screens should be completed by a health care practitioner at least twice each year. But it’s important to routinely look for signs that may indicate the presence of the disease in the mouth, neck or face: •

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Difficulty chewing or swallowing Swelling or consistent pain Changes in voice sound or difficulty speaking Frequent headaches Numbness or soreness Changes in the way teeth fit together

Dr. Michael Cox is a dentist with BridgeMill Dentistry on Sixes Road. 770-704-1812. BridgeMillDentistry.com

Lumps, rough spots or discoloration

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Book Review BY JESSICA ASBELL

Do you know the name Kate Warne? How about Allan Pinkerton, founder of the Pinkerton Detective Agency? We know that Kate Warne was hired by Allan Pinkerton in 1856 as the first female Pinkerton Detective. She died in 1868 and was buried in the Pinkerton family plot. History also tells us that she helped save Abraham Lincoln’s life on the way to his inauguration in 1861. But that was all that history told us about this important figure. In her book entitled Girl in Disguise, Greer Macallister brings Kate Warne to life. She enters into Allan Pinkerton’s office, answering an advertisement for a detective. When told that he doesn’t hire females as detectives, Kate simply responds, “Somebody has to be first.” Thus, Pinkerton takes a chance on Kate, a widow with a mysterious past. Kate begins her new life full of aliases, coded messages, and little support from the other detectives. When Abraham Lincoln is elected, it’s learned that there is a plot to assassinate him on his way to the inauguration. Thanks to the Pinkerton detectives, Lincoln is disguised as an invalid, and Kate transports him safely to D.C. and to his destiny. However, the country grows ever more restless and tense, eventually splitting at the Mason-Dixon Line. During the Civil War, the Pinkerton detectives are tasked with finding the spies among them. When an unexpected enemy betrays someone Kate cares for, Kate will have to choose whether to do what is expected of her or to follow her heart. Although little is known about the real Kate Warne, it’s easy to imagine her with the feisty personality that Macallister has given her in Girl in Disguise.

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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Shrimp and Pico de Gallo Ingredients

Cocktail Sauce Ingredients

u 7 large shrimp, peeled and deveined u ¼ cup diced tomato u 1/8 cup diced red onion u 1 teaspoon finely diced jalapenos u 1 minced garlic clove u 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro u Juice of ½ a lime u Salt and pepper to taste

u ¾ cup ketchup u ½ can of orange soda u 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro u 1 tablespoon blackening seasoning u Juice of ½ a lime u Salt and pepper to taste

Shrimp and Pico de Gallo Procedure - Poach shrimp in boiling water for 90 seconds, and transfer them to an ice bath to cool down. - Combine all remaining ingredients in a bowl, and set aside.

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Cocktail Sauce Procedure - Combine all ingredients in a bowl, and set aside.

Assembly - Mix pico de gallo, cocktail sauce and shrimp together, and enjoy!

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Asthma Part 2

By Lynnda Campbell, CFNP

Last month, a description of asthma and its typical symptoms in children was discussed. This month, the focus will be on the treatment options for asthma, so this chronic condition will have less of a negative impact on your child’s everyday life. Children with asthma will typically have triggers that will irritate the airways and cause asthma symptoms such as coughing and wheezing. The first consideration in treating asthma is to identify and limit your child’s exposure to these triggers. One common trigger is cigarette smoke. Parents or other caretakers may assume that simply smoking outside will limit the child’s second-hand smoke exposure. However, the smoke that lingers on clothes and hair can cause asthma symptoms to appear.

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Other triggers include dust, pet dander, viral infections and pollen. Thus, frequent cleaning and the installation of hardwood floors, if possible, would help limit the amount of dust in your home. If you desire a family pet, there are hypoallergenic animals that don’t shed. Also, consider keeping your child indoors on hot days with high pollen counts. Washing clothes and bathing after being outdoors can also help. Those with asthma often need medication to keep symptoms limited. These medications usually fall into two categories: bronchodilators and anti-inflammatories. Bronchodilators work by expanding the airways, allowing more air into the lungs. Anti-inflammatories, or inhaled corticosteroids, work by reducing the inflammation in the airways. If your child

experiences asthma symptoms that require bronchodilator treatment more than twice a week, most doctors recommend daily anti-inflammatory medication. These medications are typically administered through a nebulizer or inhaler. When using an inhaler, it’s important to have your child use a spacer (chamber) and mask. This makes it easier for the medication to reach the lungs, leaving less medication deposited in the mouth. If your child has been diagnosed with asthma, the doctor will likely give you an asthma action plan. The plan will help determine necessary treatment based on the severity of your child’s symptoms. It’s important to follow this plan, and let your doctor know if there are problems taking the medications as directed.

Lynnda Campbell is a nurse practitioner with DV Pediatrics. 770-704-0057. DVPediatrics.com

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“It’s Not the Heat; It’s the Humidity!” How many times have you heard, “It’s not the heat: it’s the humidity!”? While we can’t do anything about the humidity outside, we CAN control the humidity in our homes. By controlling the humidity in your home, you can create a more comfortable environment for your family while also helping to improve your HVAC system’s performance.

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Here’s how: The HVAC units in our homes cool the air by removing heat and humidity. They don’t just blow cold air. The process of removing heat and humidity from the air results in cold air that is then circulated through our homes. But to get cooler air, the heat and humidity must first be removed. How can a dehumidifier help improve your system’s performance? Well, when a dehumidifier removes moisture from the air, it makes the air easier to cool; this allows you to set your thermostat at a higher set point and still feel just as comfortable. Simply put, your system doesn’t have to work as hard to cool the air by removing the heat and humidity when there’s not as much humidity to remove. Less energy being used by your system can result in lower utility bills and potentially an extended lifespan of your system.

By Jessica Helms

There are a couple of ways you can incorporate a dehumidification system into your home. One option is a dehumidification system that will connect straight into your HVAC system and drain the water outside your home. Another option is a room dehumidifier, which is relatively inexpensive and can be moved to different rooms in your home. There is a little more maintenance required with a room dehumidifier, and the area it dehumidifies is not as large, but it is still a great economical option that can help to reduce the energy required to cool your home.

Jessica Helms is an executive assistant/ communications director for R & D Mechanical Services, Inc. 770-9171795. RAndDMechanical.net

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Child Care Prep Tips for

Parents-to-Be By Mary Kay Buquoi, Ed.S.

Expectant parents have a lot on their minds from shopping for playpens, to stocking up on diapers, to babyproofing the house. If both parents are going back to work after the baby’s arrival, one thing that must be added to the checklist is finding high-quality child care.

Location

Start Early The best time to begin researching child care providers for your infant is before your child is born. It might sound a little silly, but there are a few good reasons to do so. Many families reserve their children’s spots early, creating long waiting lists. A mom-to-be who waits until the last trimester may encounter some restriction in going out and taking a tour, especially if she needs bed rest. The sooner you find a quality provider, the sooner you can relax and enjoy time with your newborn.

Health & Safety When it comes to health and safety, there is no question too big or small. Find out if proper handwashing techniques are being utilized. Ask about diapering procedures and whether the location is professionally cleaned every day. Be clear about any policy that determines when children are too ill to attend. Take a tour, and see for yourself if the environment is clean and inviting. With all of the concern over immunizations these days, it’s important to ask if the school requires a medical screen and updated immunizations in order to enroll a child, and if the teachers have to provide a medical screen as well. Getting a third-party opinion is also a good idea. Ask co-workers, neighbors and friends where they send their children. 54

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You may feel more comfortable having a provider close to home, but you’ll need to think about whether this creates problems with picking your child up on time after work due to traffic, and choosing a location closer to work could create problems if you ever work from home. If you choose to breast feed, it’s more practical to pick a location near your workplace. This way, you may be able to go to your baby and nurse. Ask if there is a quiet, designated area for breast feeding. You’ll also want to determine which parent will be primarily responsible for dropping off and picking up your child. If you’re sharing the role, perhaps you should find a provider that is centrally located.

Director and Teacher Qualifications You’ll certainly want to find out if the school employs teachers with education and experience in early childhood education. Don’t assume that the school requires ongoing teacher training and development; ask about their plans for ongoing professional development. Make sure to inquire whether it’s mandatory for teachers to have first aid/ CPR training. It’s important to know if children are supervised by sight and sound at all times and if the group sizes are small. Smaller group sizes and low teacher-to-child ratios ensure better supervision and safety. These ratios vary from state to state, so ask about regulations.

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

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Facial Rejuvenation —

Is it for You?

By Drs. Petrosky, Harkins and Leake

With age, our skin becomes more susceptible to wrinkles and aging. Exposure to sun and years of muscle movement (squinting, chewing, smiling) contribute to tissue breakdown of the skin. Facial fillers will volumize creases and folds in the face in areas that lose fat and collagen as we age. The face starts to lack volume and appears aged with deeper nasolabial folds (cheeks), unaesthetic marionette lines, a deeper mentalis fold (chin), thinning lips, and a turning down of the corners of the lips. Hyaluronic acid fillers such as Restylane® and Juvederm® are used to replace the lost volume and create a younger look in the face. One of the more disconcerting changes with aging often involves vertical lines and creases on the upper lip edges. When coupled with shrinkage of lip tissues, this creates an undesirable appearance for many patients. Assuming that any smoking has been discontinued and sunblock is used, then the options include fillers which add volume and help soften lines and tissue loss.

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As for excess fat under your chin, now, with the addition of KYBELLA© to the arsenal of injectable treatments, invasive liposuction is no longer the only treatment option. The product is strategically injected under your chin to treat the submental fat. It takes two-to-four treatments depending on the desired result. Downtime is minimal, and you can expect to see results within two-to-four weeks of treatment. Skin rejuvenation treatments can include laser skin resurfacing. Laser treatments are used for several aesthetic concerns such as evening out skin tone and eliminating blemishes. Small spider veins, moles and wrinkles can also be minimized. Additionally, minimally invasive procedures such as microdermabrasion, light chemical peels and photo rejuvenation can delay the aging process. Minimally invasive procedures cost less and require less downtime; however, the results don’t last as long. Whether you’re looking for subtle improvements or a major change, research, plan and consult with a boardcertified plastic surgeon.

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

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COMMON HAND CONDITIONS By Atlanta Hand Specialist Staff

ALLET FINGER

Mallet finger, or baseball finger, is an injury to the relatively thin tendon that straightens the end joint of your finger and thumb. With mallet finger, the end joint of your fingertip will bend, but will not straighten by itself. You may be able to physically push your finger straight, but it will not naturally hold this position.

What Causes Mallet Finger/Baseball Finger? The most common cause is when some unyielding object (such as a baseball) hits your thumb or finger and causes it to bend back farther than intended. When this happens, the force of the blow tears your extensor tendon. Mallet finger can also occur by a minor force such as tucking in a bed sheet. After force or impact has occurred, patients are unable to straighten the thumb or fingertip on their own.

Tears in Extensor Tendon

What Happens When You Have Mallet Finger? A mallet finger injury can either pull the tendon away from where it attaches to the finger bone or completely rupture the tendon. In some instances, a tiny piece of your bone is jerked away with the tendon, which is called an avulsion injury. The most common fingers to be injured are the small finger, ring finger and long finger on your dominant hand.

Symptoms of Mallet Finger If you have mallet finger, your finger may be bruised, swollen and painful. Your fingertip will noticeably droop and will only straighten if you push it in place with your other hand. If your nail is detached or if there is blood beneath the nail, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vital to seek medical attention to avoid infection. These may indicate a cut in the nail bed or a broken finger bone with an open fracture. Each of these injuries places you at risk for infection.

Treatments for Mallet Finger A mallet finger injury requires the attention of a hand surgeon or hand specialist. Your visit will include a physical examination and an x-ray to determine if the injury forced your bones out of alignment. If you leave this condition untreated, it may result in deformity and stiffness. In children, mallet finger can affect the cartilage, which controls bone growth.

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In either case, a hand specialist can treat most mallet finger conditions with nonsurgical treatments such as a splint. If your joints are out of line or if there is a large fracture fragment, your physician may consider surgical repair.

Schedule an Appointment with a Hand Specialist. Mallet finger or baseball finger can be frustrating and painful, but there are multiple treatment options to remedy this condition. A hand specialist can provide innovative solutions for a wide range of conditions affecting your hands, arms, fingers and thumbs.

Atlanta Hand Specialist is located in Canton, Marietta, Smyrna and Douglasville. 770-333-7888. AtlantaHandSpecialist.com

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Fascinating Historical Cherokee Tidbit —

“Colosus”

the Whale Coming By Cherokee County Historical Socitey

Folks in Cherokee County were in for a treat in the early spring of 1940 when it was announced that a “mammoth marine hippodrome” was on its way to Canton. The headliner of the exhibit was “Colosus” the 68-ton embalmed whale, which was shipped on a specially constructed rail car to the L&N Depot on Marietta Road. In addition to the whale, crowds from Canton could also view “man-killing sharks; giant octopus or devil fish; Sontata; the Headless Girl exhibit; Trained Flea Circus; the Merman and many other attractions.” This was not the first time a colossus had visited the southeast. Nine years earlier, the Florence Times News of Florence, Alabama announced that the whale was due for a visit, along with the captain of the whaling vessel and many other sea creatures. The Florence-Lauderdale Public Library found a resident who remembered seeing the whale and also the enormous stink that came from the embalming fluid used on the whale. She also recalled how big the special the rail car was that housed the whale.

Following the stock market crash in 1929, the number of traveling circuses in the U.S. declined dramatically from around 100 in 1903 down to just a few. The Mammoth Marine Hippodrome would have been one of the last ones of the golden age of traveling circuses before the start of World War II, when all of the rail lines were occupied by troops and equipment. It was only after President Roosevelt ordered special dispensation to Ringling Brothers that a circus was allowed to travel via rail in order to boost morale. 40 ibune, March 8, 19

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#PlayInCanton Check Out Canton’s Great Sports Parks! By Adam Dodson

he City of Canton parks are known for beautiful scenery, walking paths and amazing events. What most people don’t know is that many sporting activities take place in those parks as well. The City works very closely with local youth and adult programs to provide a variety of different sporting program opportunities for Canton residents.

Etowah River Park is one of Canton’s newest and most impressive parks. This park has seen local programs take advantage of its spacious fields for many sporting activities as well as sporting events. Local soccer programs use the open oval fields for youth and adult practices and games. T-ball programs have also taken advantage of the open fields for practices. On any given weekend, you may see large or small sports tournaments including soccer and volleyball or one of the many 58

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5ks that take place at Etowah River Park. Many of these 5ks spill over to Heritage Park, which is connected to Etowah River Park by way of a trail along the Etowah River.

Boling Park is home to many different sporting options such as youth baseball, girls fastpitch softball, soccer and lacrosse. This park has three youth baseball/fastpitch fields and three open fields that have been used for lacrosse and soccer. Boling Park also features a running track that has been used for many 5k runs throughout the park as well as two tennis courts and outdoor basketball courts. Harmon Field has two youth baseball fields, an indoor batting facility as well as outdoor batting

cages. The City has worked hand-in-hand with Canton Dizzy Dean Baseball for over fifty years to support youth baseball at Harmon Field. The City of Canton parks are heavily oriented towards sports and recreation and continue to grow with many other youth and adult sporting opportunities and events. For more information about Canton’s parks, visit the new website at CantonGA. gov. And by all means, come out and #PlayInCanton!

Adam Dodson is the Parks and Recreation manager for the City of Canton. 770-704-2511. CantonGA.gov

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Has a New Informative Weather Station As of June 7th, Cherokee County has become the newest site for weather data through the University of Georgiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Weather Network. The network has 86 sites around the state that collect information on a variety of things such as air and soil temperature, humidity, precipitation, soil moisture and wind. The service is a partnership between the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, various specialty crop associations, and individual farms and organizations across the state. The Cherokee County station is supported by the Cherokee County Water Authority and is housed at their Ball Ground treatment facility. The station goes far beyond providing

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current conditions. Every fifteen minutes, a summary is calculated and permanently stored on servers at the UGA Griffin campus. These summaries are calculated at midnight and stored each day. The weather network website is free to the public, and it produces daily maps of all weather conditions from temperature to solar radiation. The site also has calculator functions, so visitors can set a date range and query rainfall, temperature, hours above or below a certain temperature benchmark and more. This data logging function means that the station in Ball Ground will become more useful through the years. The UGA Weather Network was established in 1991, and many of the stations have

By Joshua Fuder

twenty years or more of data behind them. These stations allow you to calculate important data like first and last frost dates each year as well as the intensity of summer heat and winter cold. Weather impacts the lives and decisions of most of us on a daily basis. This station will obviously help farmers and gardeners make informed decisions, but it can also help teachers, engineers, architects, landscapers and others. Explore the site at GeorgiaWeather.net 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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Breaking the Addiction

Electronics addiction is real; a typical teen’s morning may consist of peering into a blinding white screen, scrolling through last night’s updates on Twitter and Instagram. Unfortunately, the rest of the day doesn’t usually deviate much from this activity. However, what truly shapes a lasting memory is not what level one reaches on a video game, but what adventures they experience. Therefore, it is important to spend youthful exuberance doing something worthwhile. Here are a few ideas: LIFESTYLE

Often, teens get few opportunities to be active; studying and part-time jobs may take up a majority of their free time. However, physical activity can uplift a day and provide a necessary energy booster. Playing sports with a group of friends — whether it’s tennis, basketball, football or running — can be a productive and enjoyable activity. Concerts also provide an exciting source of adrenaline and a night away from the stresses of homework and tests. A casual and enjoyable activity might be something an individual likes but never finds the time to do; these can include thrift-store shopping, sewing, cooking or fishing. Making time to for unusual enjoyments can be fulfilling and rewarding. However, especially at a time when every activity seems to fit into some category of a college application, it might be beneficial to use free time in productive ways. Volunteering is a vital aspect of any resumé or application, and it’s never too early to start developing experience. Pick a volunteer activity that is interesting and enjoyable; animal shelters, donation services, food drives, soup kitchens or even volunteering your personal talents are good places to start. Furthermore, in the future, colleges and employers will want to see what you’ve done in high school to develop your passion. If you already know what you love to do, investing time in that interest outside of school can be invaluable. This may mean blogging, designing, building or many other activities. All of these things are creative, worthwhile investments of time. Finding activities that are not only enjoyable but productive can reap benefits now and in the future. In truth, time is a precious resource, and even as a teenager, how you spend it matters. L

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