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Bailey’s Bowtique Kids Resale and Boutique is preparing for its Grand Opening in Canton. Located at 3502 Sixes Road, Suite 106, the shop is currently accepting items for consignment. Please call (404) 441-2979 for complete information. Reformation is coming in 2013! Bringing the love of craft beer, conversation, community and culture, Reformation Brewery will be located at 170 North St. in Historic Downtown Canton. Brewing handcrafted beer in a pub setting and hosting events for patrons, Reformation hopes to provide the community a space for all their gatherings as well as hosting singer/songwriters and supporting local artisans. reformationbrewery.com
PharMoore Pharmacy recently opened at 3422 Sixes Road, Suite 106 in Canton. Medical supplies and equipment, free local delivery, compounding, and more are available at this location. For more information, please call (678)445-4486. NexSlim Medical Weight Loss opened at 200 Parkbrooke Dr., Suite 130 in June next to WOW Fitness. Specializing in personalized weight loss plans and nutritional education, Dr. Jeff Donohue, the National Medical Director, and his team are excited to join you in your weight loss journey. Call (678) 888-0332 today for your appointment. Amy Williams, Cherokee resident, is helping the community connect on multiple levels with her consulting company — AW Consulenza. Amy is the CEO and Founder of AW Consulenza. Following her dream, she has started her consulting business to help local business owners to reach their dreams through networking, wellness and positive business connections. http://awconsulenza.com/ Romeo’s NY Pizza is now open at 1453 Riverstone Parkway (next to RadioShack), Canton. Canton’s only independently owned and operated pizzeria making pizza by the slice and whole pies! For more information or to place an order, please call (770) 345-1117 or visit www.romeosnypizza.com.
Volunteers are needed for the the 3rd Annual “Fields of Faith” at Cherokee High School. This year’s event will be held on Wednesday, October 10, 2012. To volunteer, please go to www. fofvolunteer.webs.com and fill out the form. For more information, please email brobertsfca@gmail.com or call (678) 232-7488. 4
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Recently, our community had to say goodbye to a legend. Progressive Skate Park permanently closed its doors on July 2. Opening in 2003, Progressive touched so many lives all over Atlanta and beyond. Owner Mike DeLuca said, “On a positive note, we had one great run. The Progressive family is the best. We have kept kids focused for many, many years; we have helped people all over the country through our fundraisers and best of all we have changed lives through skateboarding. I can’t thank everyone enough for what it’s meant to me and my family. Thank you again for making the past nine years of my life some of the best times ever.” Progressive Skate Park will be missed by many.
Business Spotlight Kelly Geiken is an Edward Jones financial advisor in Hickory Flat. His branch office is located at 4390 Earney Road, Suite 210, Woodstock, GA, 30188. “I entered the financial-services industry because I like helping people achieve their long-term financial goals,” Kelly Geiken said. “Building relationships with my clients and in my community is key.” Edward Jones’ financial advisors meet face to face with clients to build strong relationships. “And we do so by offering excellent client service through our convenient branch locations in the communities where our clients live and work,” he added. Edward Jones provides financial services for individual investors in the United States and, through its affiliate, in Canada. Every aspect of the firm’s business, from the types of investment options offered to the location of branch offices, is designed to cater to individual investors in the communities in which they live and work. The firm’s 12,000-plus financial advisors work directly with nearly seven million clients to understand their personal goals — from college savings to retirement — and create long-term investment solutions that emphasize a well-balanced portfolio and a buy-and-hold strategy. Edward Jones embraces the importance of building long-term, face-toface relationships with clients, helping them to understand and make sense of the investment options available today. In January 2012, Edward Jones was named one of the best companies to work for by FORTUNE Magazine in its annual listing for the 13th year in a row. The firm ranked No. 5 overall and No. 3 in Large Size Companies. These 13 FORTUNE rankings include top 10 finishes for nine years, consecutive No. 1 rankings in 2002 and 2003, and consecutive No. 2 rankings in 2009 and 2010. FORTUNE and Time Inc. are not affiliated with and do not endorse products or services of Edward Jones. Edward Jones is headquartered in St. Louis. The Edward Jones website is located at www.edwardjones.com, and its recruiting website is www.careers.edwardjones.com. Member SIPC.
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Canton Students Receive Chick-fil-A Leadership Scholarships
Chick-fil-A of Canton has selected Canton residents Hannah Beersdorf, Megan Loudermilk and Cory Wyatt as the recipients of the chain’s $1,000 Leadership Scholarship. Hannah, Megan and Cory have each worked for Chick-fil-A Canton for over two years. They graduated from Timothy Ministry School, Sequoyah High School and Cherokee High in 2010 (Beersdorf) and 2011 (Wyatt and Loudermilk). They are all currently attending Kennesaw State University. Beersdorf was involved in cheerleading and ultra marathons as well as studied in China for a year after graduation. Loudermilk was involved with Student Government, National Honor Society, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and captain of the Football/ Basketball Cheerleading squad. She was also Sequoyah’s student representative to the Board of Education. Wyatt was on the Cherokee High School Junior Varsity and Varsity Basketball Teams for four years, in which time they made it to the playoffs. “The program recognizes employees who demonstrate the leadership and character qualities to build a successful life, while offering tangible assistance to enrich their lives with education beyond high school,” said Kevin Williams, Operator of both Canton locations. “Hannah, Megan, and Cory all have the potential to accomplish great things.”
Northside Hospital-Cherokee Awarded Stroke Certification
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Stroke Association. “Northside Hospital-Cherokee is honored to receive this distinction from The Joint Commission as an Advanced Primary Stroke Center,” said Billy Hayes, CEO of Northside Hospital-Cherokee. “It celebrates the hard work of our staff, gives us the opportunity to highlight the exceptional stroke care we provide for our patients, and helps us improve care overall for our community.” Achievement of Advanced Primary Stroke Center Certification signifies that Northside Hospital-Cherokee has demonstrated it meets critical elements of performance to achieve long-term success in improving outcomes for stroke patients. The surveyor was very impressed with the hospital’s stroke team and the care that it provides. For more information on The Joint Commission and American Heart Association’s Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Center visit http://www.jointcommission.org/ or http://www.heart.org/ myhospital. For more information about the Northside Hospital Stroke Care Program, visit http://www.northside.com.
Free Home Fourth Grade Students Garden with Hydroponics
Last summer the Cherokee County Farm Bureau office sponsored the fourth grade teachers from Free Home Elementary School, Left side front to back: Diane Havran, Magdalena Carmen Jankowski, and Nichelle Stewart, Program & Power Education Chairman Cherokee County Farm Bureau; and Carry right side front to back: Victoria Zamonis, Savannah Batson and Carmen Power, 4th Grade Teacher Free Holland, to Home School. attend the National Agriculture in the Classroom Conference in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. One of their tours was a Hydroponics Farm. The teachers enjoyed the whole process so much that they decided they would like to teach the fourth grade students how to grow plants in water. James Dault with Sweetwater Growers, who also is a Cherokee County Farm Bureau Young Farmer and Board Member, took his Hydroponics Farm into their classroom. He built and installed a hydroponics system in the fourth grade classroom. more on The children were able to have hands on experience page 8 growing plants in water.
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Two Cherokee Sheriff’s office deputies recently competed in the “Georgia Police and Fire Games” held in Dalton, Georgia. Deputies Jeremy Driskell and Justin Messenger competed in the Motorcycle Rodeo. An intricate obstacle course was designed to test the driving abilities of motorcycle officers. The event is open to all Law Enforcement Motorcycle Officers in the State of Georgia and is divided into Novice, Intermediate and Expert divisions. Deputy Driskell won the Gold Medal in the Expert division and Deputy Messenger won a Gold Medal in the Novice division. This is the Cherokee Sheriffs office’s third consecutive year winning the gold medal in the Expert division.
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Local Woman Publishes Keys to Employment Morgan and Holly Hill of Woodstock hosted a book signing for Lynne Saunders’ newly released book “21st Century — Keys to Employment.” The book is about finding employment in today’s marketplace which has never been more competitive. In most major American cities, approximately 1,000 people are applying Lynne Saunders (left) and for each living wage job. Charlice Byrd This book is the result of Lynne’s 14 years of working directly with people who have lost
jobs, homes, financial freedom and hope. “21st Century — Keys to Employment” will guide the reader through the steps necessary to stand out from the competition to land that next job. Lynne is the Founder of Papa’s Pantry, a multi-faceted Christian Assistance program that ministers to the whole family in numerous ways.
Music Classes for Elementary School Children Offered by Reinhardt
It will be a string duet at Reinhardt University for fall 2012- spring 2013 as beginner music students learn from undergraduate musicians training to be music teachers. The School of Music at Reinhardt will offer National String Project classes for elementary school-age children for the second year in a row. Instruction is offered for violin, viola or cello. “The main purpose of the National String Project is to develop interest in string music education, which will result in the development of children’s orchestras in the local area,” said Dr. Dennis McIntire, dean of the School of Music. The National String Project Consortium (NSPC) is a coalition of String Project sites based at colleges and universities across the United States. The NSPC is dedicated to increasing the number of children playing stringed instruments, and addressing the critical shortage of string teachers in the U.S. Classes begin on August 28 in the Falany Performing Arts Center on Reinhardt’s campus in Waleska. The elementary students will have a master class from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and an orchestra rehearsal from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays. The final day of class for the semester will be April 24. Tuition for the semester is $45. To obtain an application or receive more information, please contact String Project Director Dr. Ulisses Silva or Anna Ragan, administrative assistant to the School of Music faculty, at AMR@ reinhardt.edu or (770)720-9172.
WHS Graduate Competes at Miss Georgia Pageant Mary Ashley Tucker, a Woodstock native, recently competed at the Miss Georgia Pageant as Miss Cherokee Rose. Mary Ashley, the daughter of John and Della Tucker, was crowned Miss Cherokee Rose, a preliminary pageant to Miss Georgia, on January 28 where she was named the Overall Interview Winner. At Miss Georgia, Mary Ashley won a Lifestyle and
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Fitness (Swimsuit) Preliminary Award and a Non-Finalist Interview Award. She was also recognized as a recipient of the Duke of Edinburg Service Award. In 2007 Mary Ashley represented Cherokee County in the Miss Georgia’s Outstanding Teen Pageant. Mary Ashley is a 2009 graduate of Woodstock High School where she was voted Homecoming Queen, Class President for three years and Student Government Vice President her senior year. Mary Ashley received the AJC Cup as the Most Outstanding Senior for the Class of 2009. She is currently a senior at the University of Georgia where she is a Digital and Broadcast Journalism major and a Communications minor. At UGA she gives tours at the UGA Visitors Center and served as an Orientation Leader. The Miss Cherokee Rose Scholarship Program is a part of the Miss Georgia/Miss America system. Miss America is the largest provider of women’s scholarships in the world. Young women between the ages of 17 and 24 who live, work or attend school in the state of Georgia are eligible to compete in the 2013 Miss Cherokee Rose pageant to be held October 13, 2012 at the Elm Street Cultural Arts Village in Woodstock. Details on how to enter can be found at www.misscherokeecounty.org.
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Sheriff Garrison Gives to the Anna Crawford Children’s Center The Anna Crawford Children’s Center was one of the charities that benefited from the Sheriff Roger Garrison’s Left to right: Vicki Benefield, Sheriff Roger Garrison Charity Golf and Amy Economoupolis, Director of the Anna Invitational Crawford Children’s Center. this year. For the past 18 years Sheriff Garrison has hosted a golf fundraiser to benefit local charities. Past beneficiaries have been Cherokee Meals on Wheels, the Boys and Girls Club, and Cherokee CASA. Sheriff Garrison has raised over $375,000 for local charities.
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August Tuesdays beginning August 7 Community-wide Ladies Devotional Study Time: Location:
9:30 — 11:30 a.m. Mt. Zion Baptist Church 4096 East Cherokee Rd., Canton Information: Childcare available, study material “Totally Devoted” by Polly Balint, study leader, www.mtzionwomen.com
August 9 The Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities, Region One Planning Board Public Forum Time: Location:
2 — 4 p.m. Ball Ground Public Library 435 Old Canton Rd., Ball Ground Information: The purpose of this forum is to solicit community input to help identify needs regarding behavioral health and developmental disabilities. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. Please call (706) 8025272 or email djdebose@dhr.state.ga.us for more information.
August 11 Red Cross Blood Drive Time: Location:
8 a.m. — 1 p.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1208 Rose Creek Dr., Woodstock Information: For more information and to sign up, please contact the church office at (770) 924-7286.
August 11 IF YOU COULD CHOOSE OPTIMAL HEALTH, WOULD YOU? Seminar Time: Location:
10 a.m. Woodstock Recreation Center, 7545 Main St., Bldg. 200, Woodstock Information: Are you struggling with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and other life style related diseases? Find out why you
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are gaining weight and what you can do about it. Hosted by Dr. Craig Hoffman, MD and Linda Hoffman, Health Coach. (770) 345-4432 or (941) 228-4087.
August 16 & 21 Tired of Yo-Yo Dieting? — Presentation by Georgia Hypnotherapy Associates, LLC Time: 7 — 8 p.m. Location: 6478 Putnam Ford Dr., Ste. 125, Woodstock Information: Learn about The Virtual Gastric Band for Weight Loss as seen on Dr. Oz. The presentation is complimentary but requires advance registration due to limited seating. Register by emailing date and number of attendees to GeorgiaHypnotherapy@live. com or by calling (678) 938-7274. www. VirtualGastricBandGeorgia.com.
August 21 Jake’s “Hen Party”: Marinara Sauce Time: Location:
6 — 9 p.m. Jake’s Produce, 591 Knox Bridge Hwy., White (between Canton and Cartersville) Information: Delizioso! Prepare and can a delicious marinara featuring the freshest local ingredients and herbs. Hors d’oeuvres and refreshments provided. Participants will take home more than $50 in canned product. Cost $25. For information or to RSVP for a workshop, please call (404) 667-5121 or visit www.JakesProduce.com
duty at New Echota and the building of Fort Buffington in Cherokee County.
August 25 Volunteer Aging Council 12th Annual Gala/Auction Fundraiser Time: Location:
6:30 — 10:30 p.m. Northside Hospital – Cherokee Conference Center, 1130 Bluffs Pkwy., Canton Information: Proceeds will be used for seniors in need in Cherokee County. Gala attendees will enjoy a complete dinner, wine/champagne, dancing, and the opportunity to bid on the many auction items which have been donated. For sponsor/donor information, please contact Susan Bythrow at (678) 761-7610 or Marcine Johnson at (770) 310-3474. Gala tickets may be purchased online, at Darby Funeral Home, at Lakeside Funeral Home in Woodstock, or from a Volunteer Council Member prior to August 20, or until seats are sold out. www.vac-cherokeega.org
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7 p.m. The Rock Barn, 658 Marietta Hwy., Canton Information: John W. Latty will be speaking about his book, Carrying off the Cherokee: History of Buffington’s Company, Georgia Mounted Militia. This is the story of Captain Ezekiel Buffington’s Militia Company during the Cherokee Removal. The book covers their
September 1, 10 a.m. — 6 p.m. September 2, noon — 6 p.m. Downtown Acworth beautiful Lake Acworth at Cauble Park Admission: FREE Information: The event will offer more than 75 Arts & Crafts vendors, food booths, a 5K, a parade, local entertainment, a children’s area and more. www.acworthbusiness.org; Facebook Search: Love the Lake Festival
August 3 & 4 Canton First United Methodist Church Children’s Consignment Sale
September 4 — October 22 Down by the Station: An Art Exhibit Celebrating the Woodstock Depot Centennial — presented by Preservation Woodstock, Inc. Woodstock Public Library meeting room Information: In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Woodstock Train Depot, local artists are encouraged and invited to enter art work depicting the depot in this unique exhibit. Eligible art work includes paintings, sculpture, photography, needlework, woodcraft, and other craft forms. Entry forms are available at the library and at Woodstock Visitors Center at Dean’s Store, and may be printed also from the Main Street Woodstock website. Artists and craftsmen should register before the Wednesday, August 29, deadline. For more information, contact exhibit director Pat Bull at (404) 723-9700 or by email, pbull91@gmail. com. Artists may place items in exhibit on August 30, 31 and September 2. To request an artist application please email kbennett@ woodstockga.gov
Information: Contact Joyce Fahl for registration information at (770) 596-4481. Sponsorship packages available. www.cfvc.org
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September 7 3rd ANNUAL GOLF FORE CHARITY TOURNAMENT Time: Shotgun start: 9 a.m. Location: BridgeMill Athletic Club Cost: $140 Information: Golfers will enjoy breakfast and lunch, a round of golf, a custom golf shirt and a chance to win over $2000 in valuable prizes. Deadline to register is August 31. Please visit bsslgolf.org or call Jay at (770) 345-7941. Sponsors and players needed. All monies raised help children and families in Cherokee County.
Tuesdays beginning September 11 Cherokee Squares Square Dance Club Dance Classes Time: Location: Information:
7 — 9 p.m. Woodstock Community Church 237 Rope Mill Rd., Woodstock (770) 704-0875 or (770) 917-8251
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Elm Street Cultural Arts Village City Center, 8534 Main Street, Woodstock, (678) 494-4251 www.elmstreetarts.org — please visit website for complete calendar listings
August 10, 12, 17, 18 & 19 Nunsense Times:
August 10, 7:30 p.m. August 12, 2 p.m.; August 17 & 18, 7:30 p.m.; August 19, 2 p.m. Location: City Center, 8534 Main St., Woodstock Cost: $9-11 in advance online $11-14 at the door Information: Back by popular demand! The Little Sisters of Hoboken return to Woodstock to sing and dance their way into your hearts as they try to raise funds for the convent.
September 6 & 7 Snow White Tea Party Time: Cost: Location:
4:15 p.m. $16.50 includes meal, tax and gratuity Tea Leaves and Thyme, 8990 S. Main St., Woodstock
Shotgun start, 1 p.m. Bradshaw Farm Golf Club, Woodstock
August 3, 9 a.m. — 4 p.m. August 4, 9 a.m. — noon Canton FUMC, 930 Lower Scott Mill Rd., Canton Information: Children’s clothes (newborn to juniors), Halloween costumes, shoes, maternity clothes, toys, books, games, puzzles, movies, baby gear, swings, strollers, pack-n-plays, excersaucers, bouncy seats, baby bedding, furniture and more. Most items on Saturday are half off.
August 24 & 25 The Blessing Line Kids’ Consignment Sale Time: Location:
August 24, 9 a.m. — 6 p.m. August 25, 9 a.m. — noon First Baptist Church Woodstock, 11905 Hwy. 92, Woodstock Information: Over 200+ sellers, many items half price items on Saturday
August 14 — 16 & 21 — 23 Classes in Fabric Projects offered by Zerah Wilson, Fabric Designer Times: 10 a.m. — noon & 7 — 9 p.m. Location: Studio 101, 101 Emma Lane, Suite 110, Woodstock Information: Beginner to advanced classes in sewing. For more information, please contact Linda Boyer at (678) 778-5517.
August 24 & 25 Giggles and Grace Consignment Sale Times:
September 7 iThink Improv Troupe Time: Location:
9 p.m. City Center, 8534 Main St., Woodstock Cost: $5 Information: Enjoy the food, music and fun of Woodstock’s Friday Nite Live then walk on over to City Center for some family friendly laughs with the iThink Improv Troupe.
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August 24, 9 a.m. — 6 p.m. August 25, 9 a.m. — 1 p.m. Location: Sixes Presbyterian Church 2335 Sixes Rd, Canton Information: Lots of items half price on Saturday! www.gigglesandgrace.org for more information.
August 25 TOTS TO TWEENS CONSIGNMENT SALE Sponsored by Northwest Atlanta Moms of Multiples Time: 9 a.m. — 2 p.m. Location: Sandy Plains Baptist Church, 2825 Sandy Plains Rd, Marietta Information: Please call (678) 404-0034, email sale@nowamom.org, or visit www.NOWAMOM. org. Please bring in this ad for special admittance before the public sale either 7 — 9 p.m., August 24 or 8:30 a.m. August 25.
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Charter Schools A curious debate has emerged over the last year on the issue of Charter Schools. Cherokee County has been the focus of much debate, as we were the only major county in the Metro Atlanta area without a Charter School prior to the opening last year of the Cherokee Charter Academy. So, what is a Charter School? “Charter School are independent public schools allowed freedom to be more innovative, while being held accountable for improved student achievement. They foster a partnership between parents, teachers and students to create an environment in which parents can be more involved, teachers are given the freedom to innovate and students are provided the structure they need to learn, with all three held accountable for improved student achievement.” — The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools What are the criteria for students attending a Charter School? “Charter schools are opened and attended by choice. While charter schools provide an alternative to other public schools, they are part of the public education system and are not allowed to charge tuition. Where enrollment in a charter school is oversubscribed, admission is frequently allocated by lottery-based admissions systems. However, the lottery is open to all students. In a 2008 survey of United States Charter School, 59 percent of the schools reported that they had a waiting list, averaging 198 students.” — Wikipedia How are Charter Schools funded? Funding for Charter Schools differs from state to state. The most common model includes a combination of state and local funding. A comprehensive national study of Charter School funding was recently completed by the Thomas B. Fordham Institute. The study found that, on average, Charter School students are funded at comparatively lower amounts than traditional public school students: “Across the states included in the study, the per pupil funding gap was $1,801 per pupil, or 21.7 percent of district funding.” — Thomas B. Fordham Institute 14 My East Canton | august 2012
“Charter School overall were significantly underfunded relative to district schools, the average state disparity was 19.2 percent of total funding or $2,247 per pupil.” — Ball State University study Most importantly, do Charter Schools raise student performance? Depending on the source, the answer to this question can vary considerably. Those who support Charter School will point to studies showing great improvement. Those who oppose Charter School will counter with studies showing little or no achievement gains. Dr. Julian Betts of the University of California was commissioned by the Center on Reinventing Public Education to “study the studies” on Charter School achievement. Essentially, he assessed all the research into student performance at Charter School and removed nearly two-thirds of the studies that did not meet the highest academic standards for scientific evaluation of data. His “research” on all the research into Charter School performance yielded the following executive summary statement: “. . . Charter elementary schools on average outperform traditional public schools in both reading and math, and that Charter middle schools outperform in math. At the high school level, there is no overall significant effect of Charter School. But results vary by locality: in some locations Charter high schools are outperforming, while in others they are underperforming. . . Examining all of these results as separate parts of a whole, Charter School look to be serving students well, at least in elementary and middle schools, and probably better in math than in reading.” — Dr. Julian Betts of the University of California Charter Schools began in Minnesota in 1991. Today, more than 40 states and the District of Columbia have public Charter School, educating nearly 2 million students nationwide. This November, Georgia voters will be asked whether the state should be allowed to join local systems in authorizing public charter schools. The choice is ours.
Chip Rogers is the State Senator for District 21. You may contact him by phone at (404) 463-1378 or by e-mail at chiprogers21@comcast.net.
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Babies, Birthdays and Anniversaries
Rylie Power
Age 4 on August 12 Happy 4th Birthday, Rylie! We love you so much! Mommy, Daddy & Harper
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Age 9 on August 12 Happy Birthday, Sambo! We love you! Dad, Mom, Zachary & Anslee
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Age 3 on July 16 Happy Birthday! Love, Mom, Dad & Amelia
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Engaged to be married on October 6, 2012. Mandy is the daughter of Belinda & Perry Phillips. Scott is the son of Leigh Ann & Joe Spell. Congratulations!
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Baylor Borden
Age 9 on August 12 Happy Birthday, Baylor! We love you and are so proud of you! Love, Mom, Dad, Brody & Chopper
Dannielle French Age 4 on August 4 Happy Birthday! Love, Mommy, Nana, Ashley & Amberley
Lauren Moore & Jesse Foster
Married on June 23, 2012 at Big Canoe Have a wonderful life together! Love, Mom & Mike
Madison Gail Hughes
Born on May 24, 2012 at 5:18 p.m. 7 lbs., 4 oz., 20 inches long Daughter of proud parents Erin & Wade Hughes Sister of big brother Bentley
Kendall Avery Clark
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CCS Recognizes Outstanding Students
The Creative Arts Scholar program of Cherokee Christian Schools annually recognizes the outstanding achievements of CCS creative arts students. Students in grades 6th–11th are eligible for a scholarship award, which will apply a designated amount toward the following year’s tuition for the selected student or students.
Sixth grade student Emri Nikolai, pictured with CCS Director of Creative Arts, Susan Gum, was awarded the Creative Arts Scholarship for Cherokee Christian Middle School.
Preschool Special Education Centers Receive Grant
The Cherokee County School District Preschool Special Education Centers recently received a $10,000 grant from the Joseph Daniel Howard Foundation. The Foundation was established by his family to help meet the needs of other special needs children like Daniel. The grant funds were used to purchase music programs, listening centers and iPads. “The iPads have made an exciting impact on the special education students,” said Donna H. Adams, Principal of the Ralph Bunche Center and Little River Preschool. “Educators have just begun to explore the benefits technology can have on children with communication needs. One preschool special education teacher has experienced these benefits first-hand and shares how the iPad has become a great motivator for all of her students who previously struggled to communicate verbally and have begun to initiate words through the use of the iPad. With this tool, teachers are able to discover things that they didn’t realize students knew. It has truly provided so many new opportunities for students. The Foundation’s donation has touched countless children’s lives.”
Junior Katherine Baker, pictured with CCS Director of Creative Arts, Susan Gum, was awarded the Creative Arts Scholarship for Cherokee Christian High School.
Left to right: Casey Hanily, Diego Nunez-Ramirez and Liam Hill
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Charter & Private Schools Antioch Christian Preschool
Hickory Flat UMC Preschool and Kindergarten
(770) 475-8553
(770) 345-9354, www.hickoryflat.org
Brenwood Academy
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Legacy Home School Academy
(770) 704--4925, www.brenwoodacademy.com
(678) 493-8584, www.legacyhsa.com
Cherokee Charter Academy (678) 385--7322, www.cherokeecharter.org
Messiah Christian Academy
Cherokee Christian Academy and High School
(770) 479-5280 www.messiahchristianacademy.org
(678) 494-5464, www.cherokeechristian.org
Woodstock International School
Children’s Academy of Hickory Flat
(678) 977-6501 www.woodstockinternationalschool.org
(770) 345-2929, www.cahf314.com
Mission Point Christian Academy
Community Christian School
(678) 880-1345, www.fbccanton.org
(770) 479-9535, www.ccscanton.org
The Carpenter’s Shop Christian Preschool
Compass Prep Academy (404) 643-9424, www.compassprep.org
(770) 720-2333, www.thecarpentershopcanton.com
Dogwood Hills Academy
Union Hill UMC Preschool
(770) 345-3220, www.dogwoodhillsacademy.com
(678) 297-0550, www.unionhillumc.org
Public Schools
Cherokee County School District Website: www.cherokee.k12.ga.us (770) 479-1871 Avery Elementary School
Crossroads Middle/High School
Holly Springs Elementary School
Ball Ground Elementary School
Dean Rusk Middle School
Indian Knoll Elementary School
Creekland Middle School
Free Home Elementary School
Creekview High School
Hickory Flat Elementary School
6391 East Cherokee Drive Canton, GA 30115 (770) 479-6200 Principal: Ms. Letitia Cline
480 Old Canton Road Ball Ground, GA 30107 (770) 735-3366 Principal: Mr. Doug Knott
1555 Owens Store Road Canton, GA 30115 (770) 479-3200 Principal: Dr. Deborah Wiseman
1550 Owens Store Road Canton, GA 30115 (770) 720-7600 Principal: Dr. Bob Eddy
3921 Holly Springs Parkway Holly Springs, GA 30142 (770) 345-2005 Principal: Mr. Richard Landolt
4695 Hickory Road Canton, GA 30115 (770) 345-2832 Principal: Dr. Adrian Thomason
2012 — 2013 Calendar at a Glance August 1 August 31
First Day of School Furlough Day
September 3
School Holiday
September 17-21
School Holiday
October 26
Furlough Day
Cafeteria account information: www.mealpayplus.com Parent Connect: https://pcxp.cherokee.k12.ga.us
3635 Univeter Road Canton, GA 30115 Principal: Ms. Ann Gazell
Macedonia Elementary School 10370 East Cherokee Drive Canton, GA 30115 (770) 479-3429 Principal: Ms. Tammy Castleberry
12525 Cumming Highway Canton, GA 30115 (770) 887-5738 Principal: Mr. Val Bahun
2755 East Cherokee Drive Canton, GA 30115 (770) 345-6841 Principal: Dr. Keith Ingram
1965 Hickory Road Canton, GA 30115 (770) 345-5035 Principal: Dr. Dianne Steinbeck
Sequoyah High School 4485 Hickory Road Canton, GA 30115 (770) 345-1474 Principal: Mr. Elliott Berman
Local Colleges & Universities Kennesaw State University
(770) 423-6000, www.kennesaw.edu
Chattahoochee Technical College
(770) 528-4545, www.chattahoocheetech.edu
Reinhardt University
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LIBRARY
Ball Ground l Hickory Flat l R.T. Jones
augustEvents Tail Waggin’ Tutors and READing Paws These programs encourage children to read by providing a non-judgmental listener and furry friend to read to. Children learn to associate reading with being with the dog and begin to view reading in a positive way. It enhances their confidence and reading ability. Parents can register their child two weeks ahead for one session by calling the corresponding library. Sessions are 10 to 15 minutes. Children are asked to select their own reading material before their scheduled time.
Hickory Flat Public Library Family Story Times — Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m.
Ball Ground Public Library
August 17, 4:30 p.m. August 31, 4:30 p.m.
R.T. Jones Memorial Library Family Story Times — Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m. Lapsit Story Time* — Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Hickory Flat Public Library
August August August August
Ball Ground Public Library Family Story Time — Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.
8, 4:30 p.m. 15, 4:30 p.m. 22, 4:30 p.m. 29, 4:30 p.m.
*All story times begin promptly at scheduled time; please arrive early to avoid any disruption. R.T. Jones Memorial Library lapsit story times will be limited to the first 15 children (plus their caregiver) to arrive and the doors to the program will be closed when the program begins.
Sequoyah Regional Library System
R. T. Jones Memorial Library
August 6, 4:30 p.m. August 20, 4:30 p.m.
Ball Ground Public Library 435 Old Canton Road — (770) 735-2025 M,W,Th & F: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Tues: 12 – 8 p.m. Sat: CLOSED Sun: 2 – 6 p.m.
Hickory Flat Public Library
Hickory Flat Public Library
2740 E. Cherokee Drive — (770) 345-7565
August 16, 4 p.m.
M,T & Th: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wed: 12 – 8 p.m. Fri: 1 – 5 p.m. Sat: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sun: CLOSED
Friends Book Sale — Preview Night
August 17 & 18, 10 a.m.
R.T. Jones Memorial Library
Friends Book Sale
You are invited to the Friends of the Library Book Sale for a chance to find some great deals on gently used books. All proceeds benefit the library. The preview night is for Friends’ members only, though new members may join at the door.
Contest Corner
Find the hidden picture
116 Brown Industrial Parkway — (770) 479-3090 Mon: 12 – 8 p.m. T,W & Th: 10 – 6 p.m. Fri: 1 – 5 p.m. Sat: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sun: CLOSED
www.sequoyahregionallibrary.org
David Sowell was our winner for July’s contest corner. David has won a gift card to Bruster’s. Congratulations! If you find the hidden picture, be the first to email: art@myeastcantonmonthly.com Only emailed answers will be accepted. Contest participants are able to win one time per calendar year.
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August 5
SPORTS
Local Student Earns Title of ATU National Champion
Anthony Thomas, a rising 10th grader at Creekview High School, honor student and member of the Jr. ROTC program earned his 3rd degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do in May at Yong In Martial Arts in Canton, under the direction of Master Jeong. On June 16, he competed in the 2012 American Taekwondo Unted National Championship Tournament at the Cobb Galleria Centre. The ATU National Tournament was held utilizing both Olympic-Style and Traditional Taekwondo. This event showcased teams of taekwondo practitioners from around the country who displayed their skills, hard work and effort. Anthony won 1st place in both, Forms and Sparring, for his age and weight division. He is now considered an ATU National Champion!
NASA B’17 Elite Wins Regional Championship
NASA (North Atlanta Soccer Association) B’17 Elite recently won the state championship held in Columbus, GA. They then went on to the Regional championship, which involved close to 12 states. There are four regions in the U.S. and NASA B’17 Elite is included in Region III. The boys won the entire Regional Championship, making them one of four teams nationally to have this title. The team has been invited 22 My East Canton | august 2012
to play a National championship with all four teams, although there is not one sponsored by U.S. Youth Soccer at this level. This normally starts at U14. This was the very first year that the U13 level has been included at the Regional level. Many Cherokee boys are playing on this top team. Congratulations!
East Cherokee Bulls are State Champions
The East Cherokee Bulls, playing out of Sequoyah Park in Canton and include team members from Canton, Woodstock and Holly Springs, won the Dizzy Dean 8U Georgia A State Championship recently. The championship was played in Valdosta. The Bulls opened the double-elimination tournament by beating the Valdosta Blazers 6-4 and the Powder Springs Indians 15-7. The Bulls went on to beat the NYO Stallions 16-4 and the East Side Titans 10-5. After these wins, East Cherokee topped the Oregon Park Sharks 13-5. In the final games, the Bulls lost to the Oregon Park Sharks 16-4 before then beating the Sharks 6-5 to clinch the championship. The Bulls went 6-1 in the tournament, which featured the top 21 Dizzy Dean All-Star teams from all around Georgia. East Cherokee outscored its opponents 70-43 over its seven-game run to the state title. It is the first A State title in the five-year history of East Cherokee’s All-Star program. The Bulls went on to play at the 8U Dizzy Dean World Series in Southaven, Mississippi.
From left: Ryder Moye, Brayden Campbell, Dylan Foster, Evan Case, Jack Enrico, Elijah Ollman, Lawton Bowers, Mason Hicks, Andrew Helms, Joey Ratner, Koen Dolezar and Adam Voigt. Coaches from left: Assistant Coach Brennen Hicks, Head Coach David Foster, Assistant Coach Jon Helms and Assistant Coach Jay Ratner.
Send us your SPORTS NEWS EMAIL: editor@myeastcantonmonthly.com
sequoyah
CREEKVIEW high school
high school
Scrimmage
Scrimmage
August 17
7:30 p.m. Gainesville HS
August 24
7:30 p.m. Etowah HS
August 30
7:30 p.m.
@ Cherokee HS
August 31
7:30 p.m.
@ River Ridge HS
September 7
7:30 p.m.
River Ridge HS
September 7
7:30 p.m.
@ Cherokee HS
September 21
7:30 p.m.
Kell HS
September 21
7:30 p.m.
Riverwood HS
September 28
7:30 p.m.
@ Osborne HS
September 28
7:30 p.m.
@ Sprayberry HS
October 5
7:30 p.m. Sequoyah HS
October 5
7:30 p.m.
@ Creekview HS
October 12
7:30 p.m.
October 12
7:30 p.m.
North Springs HS
October 19
7:30 p.m. Cambridge HS
October 19
7:30 p.m.
Forsyth Central HS
October 26
7:30 p.m.
Forsyth Central HS
October 26
7:30 p.m.
@ Northview HS
November 2
7:30 p.m.
@ North Springs HS
November 2
7:30 p.m. Cambridge HS
@ Northview HS
cherokee
high school
August 31
7:30 p.m. Creekview HS
October 5
7:30 p.m.
@ Woodstock HS
September 7
TBD Sequoyah HS
October 19
TBD
@ Etowah HS
September 14
7:30 p.m.
October 26
TBD
@ Roswell HS
September 21
TBD Lassiter HS
November 2
TBD Milton HS
September 28
7:30 p.m.
November 9
TBD
@ North Forsyth HS
@ Walton HS
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As summer vacation becomes a wistful memory and families jump back into the school year routine, we can all use some tips to help us get back on a schedule and prepare for success. Read on for helpful hints and websites to start the new year off right and keep it going smoothly all year long.
www.healthychildren.org The following health and safety tips are from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
Developing Good Homework and Study Habits • Create an environment that is conducive to doing homework. Youngsters need a permanent work space in their bedroom or another part of the home that offers privacy. • Schedule ample time for homework. • Establish a household rule that the TV set stays off during homework time. • Supervise computer and internet use. • Be available to answer questions and offer assistance, but never do a child’s homework for him or her. • Take steps to help alleviate eye fatigue, neck fatigue and brain fatigue while studying. It may be helpful to close the books for a few minutes, stretch, and take a break periodically when it will not be too disruptive. • If your child is struggling with a particular subject, and you aren’t able to help him or her yourself, a tutor can be a good solution. Talk it over with your child’s teacher first.
Making the Start of a New School Year Easier • Remind your child that she is not the only student who is a bit uneasy. Teachers know that students are anxious and will make an extra effort to make sure everyone feels as comfortable as possible. • Point out the positive aspects of starting school: It will be fun. He/she will see old friends and meet new ones. Refresh positive memories about previous years, when he/she may have returned home with high spirits because he/she had a good time. • Find another child in the neighborhood with whom your youngster can walk to school or ride with on the bus. • If you feel it is appropriate, drive your child (or walk with him/her) to school.
Backpack Safety • Choose a backpack with wide, padded shoulder straps and a padded back. • Pack light. Organize the backpack to use all of its compartments. Pack heavier items closest to the center of the back. The backpack should never weigh more than 10 to 20 percent of your child’s body weight. • Always use both shoulder straps. Slinging a backpack over one shoulder can strain muscles. • If your school allows, consider a rolling backpack. This type of backpack may be a good choice for students who must tote a heavy load. Remember that rolling backpacks still must be carried up stairs, and they may be difficult to roll in snow.
Wise Websites Visit these sites for healthy lunch ideas, study tips, medical check-ups and more!
www.nasponline.org www.parentfurther.com www.kidshealth.org www.schoolfamily.com www.usa.gov/topics/back-to-school.shtml 24 My East Canton | august 2012
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When someone close to you is Arrested
by J. Daran Burns
When someone close to you is J. Daran Burns is a partner at Burns arrested, things get crazy fast. & Speights, P.C. Attorneys at Law. He There are a lot of considerations can be reached at (770) 956-1400. you might not think about when someone is first arrested. First and foremost, make yourself familiar with attorneys in your area that handle criminal cases. You may want to provide a retainer “just in case.” This will put you ahead of most people that find themselves dealing with the unpleasantness of having someone they care about arrested. The reasons behind immediately contacting an attorney are two-fold. First is representation. An accused has rights guaranteed under the Constitution, but those rights are only meaningful if the accused is aware of them and invokes them. Second, an experienced attorney may be able to smooth out the process, providing guidance and assistance both before and after a release from jail. Let’s look at a fairly normal case — a domestic violence situation. It is common to receive a phone call from a spouse who says she and her husband got into an argument last night. It wasn’t that serious, but they both had been drinking and she was nervous so she called the police. The police in this county take domestic violence very seriously; that nervousness almost inevitably turns out to be a stay at the Cherokee County Adult Detention Center. They rightly believe that it is usually best to take whoever is deemed to be the aggressor to jail and let things cool down. This is when I get the phone call. It is the next morning, and I have a very nice lady on the phone whose husband is in jail. She tells me that although the police were right to arrest him, it was a one time aberration, and she needs her husband out of jail. She got two kids, a job and bills to pay, and her husband can’t help her with any of that if he is in jail. She is usually shocked to learn that (1) they usually won’t let her husband bond out for at least two days, and (2) when they do let him bond out, there is usually a “no contact” order in place that will not let him communicate with his wife or even stay at the marital residence. In this very common situation, what I usually attempt to do is go to the prosecutor’s office immediately. If the husband is still in jail, I will attempt to go to the 72 hour hearing to see if I can prevent onerous conditions of bond from being imposed and to make sure the bond is set as low as possible. If the husband has already made bond, then we try to remove the no contact provisions as soon as possible. From there, it is a process of getting the family life back to normal before the case is resolved and reaching the best possible outcome regarding the criminal aspect of the case. This may not be your exact situation, but it does serve as an example of why having an attorney on retainer or in mind for this situation is crucial. 26 My East Canton | august 2012
A VIEW from the Hill
Show Me the Money
Please let me know your thoughts That is the rallying cry heard at calvin.hill@house.ga.gov or across this country as we (404) 656-0129. Thank you again for approach another year of the honor of serving you in the Georgia General Assembly. accelerating national debt and increasing taxes for all Americans and especially small business owners.
Here in Georgia, unlike our federal counterparts, we produce a balanced budget that is limited by the anticipated revenue the Governor and his economic advisors project for the upcoming year. The major challenge we will be facing this coming year is the — still somewhat unknown — impact that “Obamacare” will have on state resources. As it stands, there will be demands to do things like dramatically increasing Medicare — to the cost of several hundred million dollars. There will be a huge financial drain on state resources no matter who wins the Presidential election as many portions of Obamacare have already gone into effect and it will take quite some time to unravel and change the rules and regulations that have been, or soon will be, put into place. These federal commitments and other entitlement programs will be placed in front of any needs the state might have for their budgeting, eating into Georgia’s budget needs in all other departments. Not only will we see the most visible effects of a reduced budget like reduced funding for transportation, education and public safety, but soon you will notice more and more little things that we have taken for granted. Many state parks and recreation facilities will be closing or facing greatly reduced hours. Less money will be coming back to cities and counties for local projects, from street paving to grants and low cost loans for downtown improvements and the like. Georgia, which already has the most efficient budget per capita in the country, will be required to send even more money to Washington unless we cut ourselves off from some federal programs totally. Most federal programs require that the state participate financially if they want to participate. These endless ties to our purse strings exist in every Department and Agency throughout the state. This upcoming year, I will be working to identify and categorize as many of these programs as possible and then start working on what it will take to, one by one, eliminate continued on page 54
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COVER
CITY ON A HILL United Methodist Church (COAH) was started in August of 2006 with a group of 35 adults. Today it seems to be growing almost every weekend with approximately 525 men, women and children calling it their church home. They are a church that prides itself in experiential and thoughtful worship, local missions that touch the heart and expressions of faith that are genuine. They are outwardly focused on helping and serving others and inwardly, they are committed to discipleship as well as decisions for Christ. The name of the church comes from something Jesus said when describing his followers (Matthew 5:13-16); they want to make a difference anyone can see. They are committed to feeding the hungry; befriending the lonely; visiting those sick and in prison; caring for the poor and down-and-out; and inviting those who feel lost and showing them a way home in Jesus. Have questions or doubts about faith or organized religion? Never been involved in a church before, or at least as an adult? Ready to get serious about faith, really learn about Jesus and contribute to making a difference yourself? You are certainly welcome at CITY ON A HILL UMC!
CITY ON A HILL 7745 Main Street, Woodstock
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So many people in our community are looking for a church, but don’t know where to start. I was in the same boat. Knowing the Lead Pastor previously, I decided to give COAH a try. The people at COAH are some of the most friendly I’ve met. I attend worship on Saturday nights — it’s been fun! I’ve not always felt that way about church. The Bible studies I’ve been a part of and especially the ongoing missions this church does, like the Single Mother’s Gas Giveaway, have given me ‘lifetime’ friends in only a short time. It’s been an awesome experience. If you are like I was, and looking for a church where you will fit in and can meet lots of cool people, give CITY ON A HILL a try. I live in Marietta, but driving the extra miles every time I go to worship or Bible Study or to serve is a small price to pay for the experiences of a lifetime.” — Sutton Mehaffey, regular attendee
As a ‘12 Sequoyah High School graduate, employee, daughter, sister and friend, life has been flying by lately; the chaos is never ending. But because of my new church home I found a peace. CITY ON A HILL has truly been the arms of Christ to me. The sense of community and love is overwhelming (but in a good way!); I have never felt more at home.” — Stephanie Dillion, member
Being married, in your late 20s/early 30s and childless, puts you in a unique group when it comes to finding a church. In many, with programming revolving around kids’ groups, you simply don’t fit-in, but also clearly you are too old for the various youth & young adult ministries offered. For my husband and me, that led us to “church shop” for years! Then one day we walked into CITY ON A HILL. From the first ‘wave’ in the parking lot, to the hands reaching out at the door, to the genuine warmth provided by their hospitality, COAH has sought to actually SEE us (with or without children). This is a church that understands the large spectrum of the community and wants to reach all. As a blogger at Our Marriage Adventure I have posed the question to my readers of what they want/need in a church as part of my journey to find a church home. Time and again the response has been quite simply a welcoming church with leaders that seek to know the members and serve the
needs of ALL persons. I believe CITY ON A HILL does that and more, from its outreach events in the community, to its understanding of working single parents, to its prayer team, small groups and care ministry, COAH is a church designed to meet the actual needs of this community.” — Stephanie Lee, recent visitor, now regular attendee
When my husband and I first moved to Cherokee County in the spring of 2007, we were recently married and looking for a church home. We both grew up in large churches, so a start-up church was something new to us. On our first visit, we immediately felt welcomed. Chris, the Lead Pastor, even came over to introduce himself and sent us a personal letter the next week inviting us to join a small group he and his wife were forming for young married couples. We had the same thought: ‘I don’t think we need to try any other churches.’ In addition to the casual, hospitable atmosphere we encountered, we were also drawn to the core values – authenticity, transformation, mission, human worth, commitment. We felt connected to their purpose, mission and vision. Having both previously served on several local and international missions, we admired COAH’s devotion to serving those around them. We recognized that this church would accept us as we were, yet continually challenge us to grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ. Since that initial visit, we have become members, lead small groups, served in the nursery, and been honored to serve as co-lay leaders (non-clergy spiritual leaders). As our lives have moved into a new phase with an almost one-year-old son, our interests and priorities have shifted, too. I am looking forward to joining the MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) group in the fall, my husband has joined a new men’s accountability group, and we really enjoy the new worship experience on Saturday nights. We are so thankful for a growing and thriving church family that seeks to change the world, one loving act at a time!” — Megan Kaufman, COAH Co-Lay Leader
COAH began as dream; and, through the inspired efforts of a few dedicated and focused Christians, has become a beacon of hope in our community. By addressing every topic from traditional Biblical teachings to difficult, contemporary issues, Rev. Bryant and the leadership of COAH continually connect. Even the most casual visitor will experience a vivid impression of God’s work and not just throughout this community but within each of us.” — Bob Pahl, longtime financial supporter www.footprintspublishing.com 29
Heat Illness Prevention Tips Heat Illness Prevention Some general guidelines to help protect your child from heat-related illnesses include the following: • Drink plenty of fluids during vigorous or outdoor activities (including sunbathing), especially on hot days. Drinks of choice include water and sports drinks; avoid alcohol and fluids with caffeine such as tea, coffee and cola, as these can lead to dehydration. • Dress your child in light-colored, lightweight, tightlywoven, loose-fitting clothing on hot days. • Schedule vigorous activity and sports for cooler times of the day. Take rest periods in shady or cool areas. • Protect children from the sun by having them wear a hat and sunglasses and by using an umbrella. • Use a sunscreen that is at least SPF (sun protection factor) 15. • Increase time spent outdoors gradually to get your child’s body used to the heat. • Teach children to take frequent drink breaks and “wet down” or mist themselves with a spray bottle to avoid becoming overheated. • Try to spend as much time indoors as possible on very hot and humid days. • Do not leave children unattended in a hot automobile. • Teach children to warm-up and cool-down before and after exercising. • If your child has a medical condition or is taking medication, consult your child’s physician for further advice for preventing heat-related illnesses. Tips for Keeping Young Athletes Hydrated • Never rely on thirst. Thirst is a poor indicator of hydration status. When a young athlete begins to feel thirsty, he or she may already be one to two percent dehydrated. • Pre-hydrate. Thirty minutes before activity, drink until you are no longer thirsty plus another eight ounces. For athletes weighing less than 90 pounds, drink five ounces for every 20 minutes of activity. For athletes weighing more than 90 pounds, drink eight ounces for every 20 minutes of activity. • Water is best if the activity lasts one hour or less. For activities lasting more than an hour drink a fluid with carbohydrates (sugar) and electrolytes. Sports drinks are designed specifically for re-hydration during exercise and contain the right amount of 30 My East Canton | august 2012
carbohydrates, about six to eight percent. Fluids with too much sugar, such as fruit juice and soda, contain too much sugar and can cause cramping. Athletes younger than 10 years old may dilute a sports drink 1:1 water for a better taste. Avoid carbonated and caffeinated beverages because the carbonation may make you feel bloated, and caffeine can speed up metabolism, generating more heat. • Drink it, don’t pour it. Pouring cold water on your head or face may feel great, but it does not improve your hydration status. Some Signs of Heat-Related Illness: • Cramps • Very high body temperature • Red, hot, dry skin (athlete is not sweating) or heavy sweating • Rapid pulse • Throbbing headache • Dizziness • Nausea/vomiting • Confusion • Loss of consciousness • Paleness *Information provided by Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, one of the leading pediatric healthcare systems in the country, is pleased to offer health and safety tips for parents and children. Children’s is a not-for-profit organization that benefits from the generous philanthropic and volunteer support from our community. Operating three hospitals with more than half a million patient visits annually, Children’s is recognized for excellence in cancer, cardiac, neonatal, orthopedic and transplant services, as well as many other pediatric specialties. Visit their website at www.choa.org to learn more about Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Or contact Public Relations at publicrelations@choa.org.
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WEIGHT-LOSS SURGERY Is It Right For You? By Debbie Spamer, RN, BSN, CPAN, CBN, and Paula Duncan, RN, BS, CBN, bariatric specialists, Northside Hospital There is continued concern over the nation’s growing obesity problem. Obesity is a serious health issue that can increase your risk for developing diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea, cardiac disease, joint disease and even cancer. It can impact your ability to perform your job and interfere with your personal and family relationships. If you have gained excessive weight, take action and talk with your health care provider about possible weight-loss solutions. For many people, traditional diet and exercise doesn’t work. Weight-loss (bariatric) surgery may be an option to help you manage your obesity and the health consequences it brings. What is Weight-Loss Surgery? Weight-loss surgery is designed to treat morbid obesity by surgically changing the amount of food a person can consume and needs to feel satisfied. It is only performed on people who are significantly overweight and for whom diet and exercise have failed, but it is a life-changing decision that has the potential to resolve or improve serious obesity-related medical conditions and enhance quality of life. Several types of weight-loss surgery are available: Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y) involves creating a small pouch out of a portion of the stomach and stapling it directly to the small intestine, bypassing a large part of the stomach. After surgery, patients feel full more quickly, which aids in controlling their hunger. With a faster weight loss, patients may improve health issues more quickly. Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Band involves placing a silicone band around the upper portion of the stomach, thereby producing a quicker feeling of fullness and supporting longterm, sustainable weight-loss. The band is adjustable through a port placed under the skin. After surgery, the patient returns to the surgeon’s office, where the port is injected to fill the band. This procedure is reversible and the band can be removed. Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy is a laparoscopic procedure that removes around 85 percent of the stomach. What remains is small, narrow or sleeve-shaped and can hold only one to 32 My East Canton | august 2012
four ounces. This restrictive, and irreversible, procedure not only severely limits food intake but also inhibits hungerstimulating hormones, both of which lead to fast and significant weight-loss. Are You a Candidate? If you are significantly overweight, have a body mass index of 30 or greater, or have a serious medical condition related to your weight, weight-loss surgery might be for you. However, surgery does have potential risks and it isn’t for everyone. Consult with your health care provider to determine what is best for you.
Atlanta’s Most Preferred for Weight-Loss Surgery Accredited by the American College of Surgeons Bariatric Surgery Center Network, Northside Hospital offers comprehensive weight loss services including stateof-the-art surgery — in Atlanta, Cherokee and Forsyth — and was the first in Georgia to perform single-incision weight-loss surgery, resulting in fewer scars for the patient. More recently, the hospital performed its first robotic gastric bypass. Northside hosts free monthly informational seminars about weight loss surgery. Monthly support groups also are available. For information, call (404) 845-5457 in Atlanta or (770) 292-4726 in Cherokee and Forsyth. To watch in-depth videos and learn more about weightloss surgery from local experts, as well as hear from patients on their personal experiences, visit www.northside.com/healthcast.
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Say no to
Energy Drinks for Kids
living
With Fibromyalgia
by Dr. Kellie Baxter
by Dr. Monika Yadav
Hollywood celebrities, rock Kellie Baxter B.S., D.C. specializes stars and athletes promote in chiropractic, sports injuries and energy drinks to the tune of nutrition. For more information, please nine billion dollars in annual call the office at (770) 345-1111 or sales — outpacing every other visit www.BaxterChiro.com. non-alcoholic beverage industry in the U.S. While children are often an easy target for celebrity endorsed products, energy drinks are not appropriate for children and teens.
Patients are inspiring. Over the past 10 years, I have treated endless individuals afflicted with a simple cold to more complex cases dealing with insulin pumps or chronic infections. And I have noticed that those who have a stronger Dr. Monika S Yadav is a board-certified mental spirit, despite the physician in Internal Medicine who prognosis, fare much better practices at 684 Sixes Road in Holly on so many levels in the long Springs at Prestige Primary Care (PrestigePrimaryCare.com). For run. One particular category appointments call (678) 494-9669. of sufferers who utilize the aforementioned philosophy with maximum effort is those who live with Fibromyalgia.
Most retailers place energy drinks next to sport drinks like Gatorade, but these are two very different animals. Sport drinks rehydrate and contain water, electrolytes and carbohydrates to help athletes recoup from dehydration. Energy drinks dehydrate which can be downright dangerous with an elevated heart rate from physical exertion. The energy drink companies, while promoting to children and teens, have buried information warning about the dangers of consumption by adolescents. Dig deep enough on Red Bull’s website and you’ll find: “...we do not recommend Red Bull Energy Drink to caffeine sensitive individuals, including children.” The American Academy of Pediatrics summed it up, concluding that “energy drinks have no place in the diet of children and adolescents.” They are not safe for pregnant or lactating moms either. Recipes vary from brand to brand with the common element being a megadose of caffeine. A cup of coffee has about 100 milligrams of caffeine, a can of cola 35-55 milligrams. A single serving of an energy drink can have anywhere from 50-500 milligrams of caffeine. Plus, each can usually contains more than one serving. Adding substances like guarana, a plant that contains caffeine, raises the content beyond what is listed. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates the amount of caffeine in soft drinks with a maximum limit of 71 milligrams, but has no standard for energy drinks because they are classified as supplements. Emergency room visits associated with energy drink use increased more than tenfold from 2005 to 2009. The Mayo Clinic issued a report reviewing energy drinks, and concluded that most adverse reactions involve people who consumed two to eight energy drinks, or more than 200 milligrams of caffeine. The report also noted the risk of such effects as continued on page 54 34 My East Canton | august 2012
Fibromyalgia is characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain affecting all four body quadrants (above and below chest and both sides of body) for more than three months. There are also more than 11 tender points that often can be triggered with deep palpation. This disease is often accompanied with fatigue and sleep, memory and mood issues. Scientists have discovered that Fibromyalgia amplifies painful sensations by affecting the way the brain processes pain signals. This disease seems to have a genetic component, and women are afflicted more than men. Symptoms sometimes begin after a physical trauma, surgery, infection or significant psychological stress, but symptoms can gradually occur over time with no significant triggering factor. There is no cure for Fibromyalgia. Just like the varying degrees of intensity and duration of flares, the treatment choices are many and usually involve a few modalities. These include medicines, such as anti-inflammatories, anti-depressants, and warm aqua-therapy. Also, consistent low-intensity exercise, especially those focusing on muscle strengthening and stretching. Stress reduction by relaxation techniques and improved sleep quality plays a great part in minimizing flares. I treat many with Fibromyalgia — but over the past year I have met three remarkable women who really left a lasting impression on me. They are all different ethnicities, age varies in decades spanning from 30 to 60, and flares are triggered and treated with different recipes I concoct utilizing the above methods. But one thing they share in common is their undying positive attitude and refusal to let this chronic and debilitating disease chip away at their soul. They focus on being ALIVE and what they HAVE rather than drown with a defeatist mindset. It’s truly amazing and uplifting to witness and tell others to mimic.
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Autism Part 2
by Dr. Vicki Knight-Mathis
What causes autism? Autism does not have a single cause. There are clearly genetic and environmental parts. Approximately 10-15 percent are mostly genetic reasons including children with syndromes (clusters Dr. Vicki Knight-Mathis is a graduate of symptoms) that include of the Medical College of Georgia and tuberous sclerosis, fragile has practiced in the pediatric field for X syndrome, and Down’s more than 17 years, with the Canton syndrome. However, not every office just celebrating their 10 year anniversary. 2920 Marietta Highway, child with these syndromes Suite 142, Canton (770) 704-0057, will have an Autism Spectrum www.dvpediatrics.com Disorder (ASD). Additionally, another 14-15 percent of children with autism will have genetic mutations (change in genes) of which upwards of 1000 genes may play a role. Older paternal age over 35 years is associated with higher rates of autism suspected secondary to these genetic mutations. However, just having a gene does not tell you if your child will develop autism or not and if they develop autism do
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not predict severity of symptoms. Further, most children of fathers over 35 will not have autism. Pointing to a genetic link, we know that brothers and sisters of children with an ASD have a higher rate of ASD diagnosis in the range of 2-10 percent. Identical twins rates may be 60-96 percent. Rates in boys are 4 – 5 times as high as rates in girls. In April 2012, an observation was made that obese moms have a higher rate of autism in their children but a cause and effect relationship has not been established. Finally, taking certain prescription drugs during pregnancy increases the risk of having a child with autism particularly when taken in the first trimester. What is being done about autism? The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has recommended universal screening for autism at 18 and 24 months. Screening is felt to be a significant factor in the increased rate of autism. Public awareness and education have also contributed to more diagnoses. In Georgia we are fortunate to have the Marcus Autism Center a nationally recognized center committed to providing comprehensive care to children and families with autism. Ongoing research at this facility goals are early detection and early intervention. Currently two studies are ongoing for continued on page 54
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by Charles R. Cooley, M.D. Many controversies surround the ever-growing number of vaccines that are given to children over the first few years of life. As with any medication or treatment, each vaccine has its own set of side effects that can occur with their use. But dangers and side effects of medications, treatments or vaccines should be weighed against the dangers associated with not using them. Many people boldly advise others to “fight the system” and not vaccinate your children. The first thing you should ask these “experts” is what they did with their kids. You will usually find two answers: (1) They don’t have kids or (2) They had their kids vaccinated —“But it was different then.” My two boys have had all of their vaccinations and always complained that the only thing they got for free (being a doctor’s kid) was shots! Many of the most controversial vaccines — Polio, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) and DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis-whooping cough) — have been around for many years. They frequently get a bad rap because few adults remember what it was like when friends and family had these terrible diseases and many babies were dying from whooping cough or teenagers being crippled by polio. The self proclaimed “experts” frequently say, “that medicine was different then — not advanced and scientific like now,” and proceed to tell people that, “your kids don’t need the protection of vaccines anymore.” This so-called protection comes from the fact that the majority of the U.S. has been vaccinated against many of these diseases. But guess what happens when your sweet unvaccinated 19 year old begins to travel the world and goes to Cancun or the Dominican Republic — they get the measles (over 200 cases in 2011) or mumps or something much, much worse. You can look up all the statistics for these illnesses on the CDC website, review the risk of each vaccine side effect or talk to your family physician or pediatrician. But instead of talking about lots of statistics on the many vaccines available, let’s talk about one single vaccine that was introduced in 1991. Most parents were around then and remember back that far. 38 My East Canton | august 2012
Haemophilus influenzae type B (HIB) — this is a bacteria, not the influenza virus (confusing I know). Before 1991, this bacteria was the leading cause of bacterial meningitis and other major illness in children 5 years old or under (older kids would get sick too, but harder to track). It would cause illness in about 100 kids out of every 100,000/year. Of those 100 children who would get sick from HIB infections between 7-8 percent would die! They would also get many other illnesses such as ear infections, etc. because of the HIB bacteria, but let’s stick with the basics. In 1991, the vaccine began being required for 2 month olds in the U.S. By 1996, the rate of children under 5 years old who got sick with HIB infections dropped 99 percent from 100/100,000 to 0.03/100,000. WOW! Now that means that instead of 7/100,000 kids dying from HIB/year .0021/100,000 kids died that year from HIB infections, BIG DIFFERENCE — especially if your child was one of the seven of the 100/100,000 before 1990 that died. The HIB is only one of the many vaccines helping to prevent diseases in our great country. Vaccines have their risks, but most of the serious risks associated with vaccines occur about 1/1,000,000 doses or less. Be informed, talk to your doctor, read the statistics of the illnesses that are prevented. Your children may pay a high price for your decision. Ref: CDC website, MMWR-3/22/2002
This information provided by Charles R. Cooley of M. D. Minor Emergency & Family Medicine, located in the Riverstone Medical Complex next to Cracker Barrel. For more information about SAD, please call (770) 720-7000 or visit their office at 720 Transit Avenue in Canton.
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Corey Shupert, Co-Owner of Downtown Kitchen Downtown Kitchen is located at 140 E. Marietta Street, in historic downtown Canton. His goal is to consistently deliver the perfect dining experience for guests. For more information, please visit www.thedowntownkitchen.com or call (770) 479-1616.
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Garlic & Parmesan Crusted Pork Tenderloin
directions
Ingredients
with Sweet Potato Puree
• 2 lbs. cleaned/trimmed pork tenderloin, cut into 8-oz. portions Crust: • 2 cups grated parmesan cheese • 1 cup minced garlic • ½ cup Panko bread crumbs • Salt and pepper to taste Sweet Potato Puree: • 6 sweet potatoes, peeled & chopped • 1 large yellow onion, chopped • 8 garlic cloves • 2 sprigs fresh thyme • ¾ cup cream • ¾ cup honey • ¾ cup olive oil • Salt & pepper to taste Additional Items: • Clarified butter • Monday Night Brewery Drafty Kilt Scotch Ale
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Evenly coat pork tenderloins with garlic & parmesan crust mixture Bring sauté pan to high heat Add clarified butter and melt Place pork in pan and cook on each side for 1½ minutes (cook two at a time) Place all four tenderloins on cooking sheet in 350-degree preheated oven for 15 – 20 minutes for desired doneness 145-150 medium 150-155 medium well 160+ well done • Allow tenderloins to rest for 3 – 5 minutes, then slice to serve Puree: • Place potatoes, onion, garlic on edged cooking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, salt and pepper • Place in 350-degree preheated oven for 20 minutes or until potatoes are soft • Remove from oven and puree in food processor or blender with other ingredients (except oil) • Slowly drizzle oil through top into puree and allow to completely incorporate Scoop approximately 4 oz. puree onto plate and add sliced tenderloins. This dish is best complemented by Monday Night Brewery’s Drafty Kilt Scotch Ale. Enjoy!
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WATCH OUT For The Ice THE WATERFALL BRAID by Dan Jape One of the biggest issues we encounter in the cooling repair business is the formation of ice on an air conditioning system. When a homeowner sees ice on their unit, they often turn it off until the ice they see is melted and then they turn the Dan Jape is the owner of Reliable unit back on instead of calling Heating and Air. You may contact him for help. This is the worst at (770) 594-9096 or visit him online mistake they could make and it at www.reliableair.com. could end up destroying their outdoor unit in the process. The outdoor compressor needs to have the correct amount of air moving across the indoor coil and if it is not, you need to turn it off and not continue to run without having the system repaired. The unit often times cools again if it is turned back on, but it will freeze again and this is very hard on the compressor. There are a couple of reasons why ice forms on a residential air conditioner. One is poor airflow across the indoor evaporator coil and the other is low refrigerant charge. The lack of airflow can simply be a dirty air filter blocking the proper amount of air from moving across the coil. This can also be caused by a dirty blower wheel, packed with dust and debris, which will restrict airflow and cause a freezing. Another very common problem we encounter is an improper amount of intake or return ducts, which do not allow enough air to reach the indoor coil, thus causing a freezing up issue. When the indoor blower motor or fan fails, this breakdown will cause instant icing and the unit needs to be shut off. People may still feel some cool air through the vents from the block of ice melting in the unit, but continued operation of a unit in this condition will cause damage to the compressor. The ice one sees is only the “tip of the iceberg” so to speak. The larger piece of ice is located in the duct work of a unit and it is formed on the indoor cooling coil. The ice forms a sheet over this coil and blocks airflow which causes the unit to ice even quicker and before long a block of ice a foot high and wide can be on the cooling coil. One symptom of this problem is reduced airflow to your rooms. There are few other problems that can so severely reduce airflow, so if this condition happens to you, turn your system off and look for possible ice. Be very careful with the ice melting as the melting water will run down on the furnace and can harm the electronic controls. Try to soak it up with continued on page 54 42 My East Canton | august 2012
And Other Classic Summer Looks
by Jyl Craven Summer is here and we’ve already hit three digit temperatures and a heat index somewhere near boiling. Now is the perfect time to experiment with this summer’s hottest hair trend – braids. We all know the traditional Jyl Craven of Jyl Craven Hair Design of Canton. For information you may plait and French braid, but contact the salon at (770) 345-9411 other popular braids this or visit www.jylcraven.com. summer include the fishtail and waterfall. Here are detailed step-by-step instructions for the Waterfall Braid, a look that’s often called the “fairy tale” braid because it conjures up images of medieval maidens and princesses. The braid is so named because, once put in, your hair will fall in cascades like waterfalls around your head. The Waterfall Braid 1. Begin on clean hair, brushed smooth. Take the first piece of your hair, at the temple, pull it toward the back of your head, then divide it into three equal pieces (think traditional braid.) 2. Bring the bottom piece over the middle piece, and then the top piece over the middle piece like a traditional braid. Do this 1 – 3 times. This is your base braid. 3. Grab a second piece of hair at the root next to the first braid you have started. This piece should be equal in size to the three sections you divided your first braid into, because you’ll be adding it to the original braid. 4. Braid the new piece of hair to your original braid, then drop the bottom strand. These bottom strands will be your waterfalls! 5. Continue around your head by adding a new piece from your hair, near the root and next to the original braid. Be sure to drop the bottom strand each time you add a new lock of hair, for a beautiful waterfall effect. 6. Continue halfway around your head. From here, you can secure with a bobby pin or elastic if you’d like to continue styling, or end the braid with a few strands of traditional braid and secure. continued on page 54
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A black bear Was Sighted
by Marcia Winchester Cherokee County Master Gardener A black bear was sighted in a backyard in Ball Ground a few weeks ago. Why that made all the news networks is beyond me; Cherokee County has wildlife! That is one of the reasons I love living here. I remember the thrill when I first saw a turkey majestically strutting across the golf course in my back yard. While Cherokee County and the state of Georgia have an abundance of wildlife, sadly our kids know more about Polar Bears than Black Bears. This is because most of their information comes from TV shows, not from actually being in nature. Richard Louv’s book “Last Child in the Woods” coined the term “nature deficit disorder” describing what happens to children who become disconnected from the natural world. He associates this with separation from nature to disturbing childhood trends, citing the rise in obesity, attention disorders and depression. In a typical week only six percent of kids age 9-13 play on their own and kids 8-18 spend an overwhelming 53 hours a week using entertainment media. We as parents and adults need to recognize and address this disconnect as the extremely important educational deficiency it has become. We are more worried about soccer practice or taking our kids to the latest animated movie than we are on educating children on what is going on in our backyard. Take the next few weeks of summer and, together with your children, learn about Georgia’s wildlife from native bees, frogs, toads, snakes, birds and of course black bears. Start simple with a hummingbird feeder or a birdbath and then look out the window with your children and observe nature happening. More stats are available: http://www.nwf.org/Get-Outside/Be-Out-There/Why-BeOut-There.aspx http://www.cnaturenet.org/ 44 My East Canton | august 2012
DISH vs.
DirecTV 2012 by Michael Buckner It seems over the years of writing about home audio and video, I get the most questions from clients concerning different TV services and how they compare. We install both Dish and DirecTV, so I am pretty unbiased about Michael Buckner is the owner of Audio which is better. At present, Intersection located at 631 E. Main Dish and DirecTV both have Street, Canton. For more information some really great new features. on any of his monthly columns, for questions or to set up an appointment, First of all, they both now call (770) 479-1000. support Pandora Internet Radio and YouTube. Both also have a really comprehensive On-Demand system that lets you download your favorite TV shows and movies. Lastly, they both support Whole Home DVR where you can record something in the living room, and then play it back on any HDTV in the house! But there are some key differences that will make one better for you. DirecTV is the company that brought us the Whole Home DVR. They have taken this a step further now with the Home Media Center receiver. This is a fancy name for a new box that can record up to five shows at once, with none of the other TVs in the house being forced to watch what’s being recorded! Best of all, this is only a $99 upgrade on a new installation. The limitation is that you can only pause a live TV show and/ or browse the On-Demand library from the room where the DVR is. As far as programming, DirecTV just made their NFL package free with their Choice package ($34.99). So if you’re a major NFL fan, DirecTV is hard to beat. Dish has been working really hard to gain your respect and business, and they created the new Hopper system that you should have seen in a commercial by now. This is a very impressive system. This DVR records up to 2000 hours of TV, and has three tuners built in. For an extra $199, you can get two hoppers, and therefore have six recordings at once. Also, you can pause live TV and browse On-Demand in any room. They also have a new feature called “Prime Time Anytime” that records all four major TV networks from 8-10 p.m. M-F, and only uses one tuner to achieve this. The only tradeoff here is that all the TVs in the house share three tuners if you have one Hopper (DVR), or six tuners if you opt-in to getting two Hoppers. So if you have a big family with a lot of people continued on page 54
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Leaving a Legacy Military Working dog team support association, Inc.
John Douangdara and his dog, Bart. Both were lost in the Chinook chopper crash on August 6, 2011.
Military Dogs Championed by Cherokee Non-Profit by Dixie Whitman “John Douangdara pulled his buddy closer — to protect him — but it was a failed attempt at saving either of their lives as the Chinook helicopter groaned its last breath. The rocket-propelled grenade struck the heart of its target on August 6, 2011, and 30 American families received a knock at their doors advising that a son or husband had been killed in action in Afghanistan. You may remember the 30 members of the American military, which included members of Seal Team Six, who died tragically last August as they rushed to support a Ranger group that was under siege and in imminent danger. I cannot forget; John Douangdara was my brother, and his buddy, Bart, was his ever present military working dog.” These haunting words are etched in Chan’s heart; she is one of the passionate Board Members of Military Working Dog Team Support Association, Inc (MWDTSA). Her brother, John, was one of America’s dog handlers who has made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. MWDTSA was founded in 2007 to coordinate and channel support from individuals, organizations and corporations to benefit active duty teams, retired U.S. military working dogs and veteran dog handler events. While the organization was born and bred in Cherokee County, Georgia, the grassroots efforts have touched the lives of
thousands of military dogs and handlers from across the country and beyond. For deployed handlers and veterinarians, MWDTSA provides care and comfort packages that often include difficult to obtain dog supplies or medications and serve as a reminder of home. The typical care package will include a KONG toy, grooming wipes, Doggles and the highest quality dog treats. For the handlers, packages often include coffee, dried fruit, power bars and children’s artwork. Depending on the time of year, packages might include hand or foot warmers or a cooling tie. Additionally, MWDTSA fabulous T-shirts are usually sent in holiday packages along with an extra pair of socks and items, like books or magazines, to pass the time between missions. Of course, it also tries to supply specific items requested by the handlers, like dog whistles or specific toys. Presented on the website at www. mwdtsa.org are the stories of five hero dogs like Lucca K458, who recently made international news. She was severely injured, but saved the lives of the platoon behind her and ultimately was reunited in retirement with her first handler. The love that these dogs and handlers have for each other is without measure of depth or time. While the faithful dogs of Vietnam were abandoned, MWDTSA is delighted that changes were made and these K9 heroes are now able to return home, to retire and to become adopted. MWDTSA is also very proud of the role it has in supporting the military teams every day.
Military Working Dog, Fons, retired from active duty to live at home with his handler.
The website offers an amazing array of information regarding Military Working Dogs, hundreds of brilliant photos, an often-updated blog and subscription link to a free, award-winning online newsletter, Kennel Talk. MWDTSA plans to introduce its new 2013 calendar in eStore, Dog Tagz, on August 6, the one year anniversary of the loss of John Douangdara.
al lunt MWDTSA is looking for a few good volunteers and financial or in-kind donations to support its many missions. Donations may be made via Pay Pal at mwdtsa.org or by sending a check to P.O. Box 5864, Canton, GA 30014. Volunteers with skills in speaking, fund-raising, computer skills, design and writing are among the many areas of need. For additional info or to volunteer, please contact: info@mwdtsa.org
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Christ’s Love The Family Touch Sharing In the Back of a Patrol Car Make Choices that Matter
by Dr. James E. Kilgore Too often we make choices without thinking about their consequences. Sometimes the results are immediate but other times there’s a delay. The ongoing patterns need our attention, whether good or bad. Habits are simply actions that have been repeated twentyone days in a row. Those can become part of the changes we resist making in our daily living.
Dr. Kilgore is President of the International Family Foundation, Inc., Suite 220, 1558 Marietta Hwy, Canton, GA 30114. He and Mrs. Kilgore are Ministers Emeriti of Lake Arrowhead Chapel and active community volunteers.
In therapy I see people repeating the results of bad choices without examining what they are doing or why. A noted psychiatrist defined doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result as insanity. Immature people refuse to examine their behavior and want to blame others for the choices for which they are responsible. As a result we have become a society with many “victims.” Those are the people who think somebody else did it to me, or should do it for me. It results in a feeling of helplessness.
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Plato said, ‘The unexamined life is not worth living.’ That ancient wisdom is the mark of maturity.
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Plato said, “The unexamined life is not worth living.” That ancient wisdom is the mark of maturity. Wise people examine their behavior and look at the choices they make that lead to those results. How is your life examination looking these days? 46 My East Canton | august 2012
by Pastor Jamey Prickett A knock on the door can seem louder at two o’clock in the morning. I wasn’t sure what to expect on the other side as I cracked open the door to the church parsonage. What I found was a Jackson County Police Officer standing in front of his patrol car while the blue Jamey Prickett is the Senior Pastor of Liberty Hill Church. To contact Pastor lights were giving off a glow Jamey, please call (678) 493-8920 or in my garage. I had gotten to email Jamey@libertyhillumc.org. http://wrestledwithangels.wordpress. know the officer and on occom/ casion would have breakfast with him at the local diner. He said, “Pastor, we got a runaway in the back of this car. She claims that you know her, but she won’t tell us where she lives.” He asked if I would be willing to speak with her and try to get her story. I climbed into the back seat of the patrol car and sat down beside a frightened, lost teenager. I knew her. She came to the youth group occasionally, although sometimes she just hung out around the church, listening to music and sitting alone for hours. I asked her why she had run away, and she told me that she had an argument with her dad. I knew her family. Her mom was chronically ill and her father was an alcoholic. We chatted for a while. Eventually, she let the officer take her home. I sat in the back of the patrol car with her as he drove. I prayed with her and walked with her to the front door of her house. Her father was passed out drunk in the living room and she went in quietly and closed the door. We talked off and on for a few more months. Eventually, Department of Family and Children Services came in and placed her and her brother in the foster care system. I am now in Canton and the pains and struggles of young people are as alive here as anywhere, but we are blessed to have some wonderful youth programs around our city. At Liberty Hill Church, we are committed to engaging this next generation. Our youth pastor, Daniel Roberts, has a heart for seeing youth encounter the gospel. But, we all must do our part. It is essential that as a community we invest in the next generation. Sometimes that could even mean sitting in the back of a patrol car with them and sharing the love of Christ.
Common Household Toxins For Your Pet
by Dawn Mason, D.V.M. Dogs and cats comprise the Dawn Mason D.V.M. is a 1999 most common household pets. Cats tend to outnumber dogs by graduate of Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine and practices over 10 million making them a at BridgeMill Animal Hospital. popular companion. Although (770) 479-2200 cats and dogs are similar on a species level, cats are more sensitive to toxins compared to that of the hound. The most common cat toxicities include human pharmaceuticals, poisonous plants, insecticides, everyday household cleaners and fragrances, i.e. air fresheners or potpourri. Making yourself aware of some common household toxins may avoid concerns for your cat’s health. Below is a small list of common things around the house that may be deadly to your cat. 1. Numerous plants are considered toxic if ingested. A. Azaleas have deadly side effects. Ingested leaves may cause vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, coma and possibly death. B. Lilies can be divided into a mild and major toxic category. Peace, Calla and Peruvian lilies have oxalate crystals that may irritate the mouth, tongue and
esophagus. The only real complication is excessive drooling. The potentially fatal lilies are Tiger, Day, Easter, Asiatic and Japanese Show lilies. Ingesting two leaves or petals can lead to kidney failure. C. Lily of the Valley contains products that may affect the heart. Initially a cat may vomit and have diarrhea. Cardiac arrhythmia may follow leading to seizures. D. Sago Palms have toxic leaves and seeds. It may cause vomiting, bloody stools, liver failure followed by death. 2. Mushrooms — species Amantia muscaria and panterina have a fishy odor and attract mainly dogs. If ingested by a dog or cat it may lead to coma and death within several hours. 3. Acetaminophen/ibuprofen/aspirin — these pain relievers could seal the deal for a cat or dog. Even one tablet of any milligram to a small cat could cause bleeding, liver and kidney failure. 4. Onions, grapes and green tomatoes can lead to serious illness. Onions can cause a type of anemia, grapes may lead to kidney failure and tomatoes can cause tremors, seizures and heart arrhythmia. 5. Toothpaste contains xylitol which can create low blood sugar for an animal leading to seizures and death. Xylitol is also common in chewing gum. 6. Potpourri and household cleaners contain detergents that may burn the tongue, throat and esophagus. Higher doses continued on page 54
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The Marietta and North Georgia Railroad line to Cherokee County was completed in May 1879 and impacted the area more than perhaps any single thing had before, opening the county to unparalleled commerce and growth. The journey to get rail service into Cherokee County was a long one with many delays and false starts. Several contracting companies, many of them local, worked on building the rail bed through Cherokee County. Wallace, Haley and Company, as well as R.F. Maddox and Company; Field, McAfee, Tate and Company; and J.M. McAfee and Company had a hand in preparing the line. The line was originally built as narrow gauge, but was converted to standard gauge in 1889. By 1884, four trains a day were running throughout the county and goods such as marble, cotton, cloth and rope were reaching markets all over the United States. 1. A train in front of Roberts Marble Company in Ball Ground is loaded and prepared for departure. 2. The Louisville and Nashville Railroad purchased the rail line through Cherokee County in 1902 and had several stops a day at some of the county’s cities. 3. Information taken from “Cherokee County, Georgia: A History” available for purchase at the Cherokee County History Museum and Visitors Center at 100 North Street in Canton. This book is also available online at www.rockbarn.org. Please call (770) 345-3288 for more information or to order a copy.
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American Business Women’s Association: (678) 493-3618, www.abwa.org Canton Cherokee Business and Professional Women’s Club: (770) 345-1750 Cherokee Area Business Connection: (770) 345-8687 Cherokee Business & Professional Women: (770) 345-1751 Cherokee Toastmasters: (770) 712-4077 www.CherokeeToastmasters.com NEW Network of Entrepreneurial Women: (678) 595-0344 PowerCore: (404) 572-1278 Woodmont Business Club: www.woodmontbusinessclub.com
United Daughters of the Confederacy,
Habitat for Humanity North Central GA:
The Helen Plane Chapter 711:
(770) 345-1879, www.habitatncg.org
(800) 989-4248, dan@haiticheri.org
Hope Center (hope for unplanned pregnancies):
(770) 924-0864, www.hopectr.com
Hope Center — Baby & More Thrift Store:
www.babyandmorethriftstore.com
Hospice Advantage:
(770) 218-1997
www.hospiceadvantage.com
iCOR (helping orphans):
(404) 992-8155 www.iCORorphans.com
Legacy Ministries International: (770) 924-0826 Meals-on-Wheels: Miracle Mothers:
(770) 345-7440 www.miraclemothers.org
(770) 345-3489, www.CherokeeDems.com Cherokee Co. Municipal Planning Commission: (678) 493-6101 Cherokee County Republican Party: (678) 809-1411, www.cherokeecountygop.com Cherokee County Repulican Women’s Club:
(678) 520-2236, www.CCRWCGA.com
Cherokee County School Board: (770) 479-1871 Cherokee County Teen Republicans: Cherokee County Young Republicans:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/waleskamops MUST Ministries:
(770) 479-5397
www.mustministries.org
Narcotics Anonymous:
(770) 720-4032
National Alliance for Mental Illness Family Support Group:
(404) 394-1229, www.nami.org
North Georgia Angel House, Inc.:
www.angelhousega.com
Northside Hospital Cherokee Auxiliary: (770) 720-9559 Northwest Atlanta Moms of Multiples:
(678) 404-0034, www.NOWAMOM.org
Papa’s Pantry:
(770) 591-4730 www.papaspantry.org
Safe Kids of Georgia in Cherokee County: (678) 493-4343, www.cherokeesafekids.org Salvation Army: 121 Waleska St. (770) 720-4316
Cherokee County Democratic Party:
(678) 232-7488, www.cherokeecountytrs.webs.com
(770) 479-4140
(770) 479-0407
Ball Ground, Waleska and Holly Springs): MOPS — Mothers of Preschoolers:
Cherokee Co. Board of Elections & Registrations:
MOMS Club of Canton (serving Canton, West: http://momsclubofcantonwest.webs.com
helenplane711@gmail.com
Political Organizations
Haiti Cheri Harvest Life Ministries:
Charitable & Support Organizations AA Meetings: Antioch Christian: (770) 475-9628 AARP Organization: Canton Chapter: (770) 479-5460 Adopting Families Group: (770) 516-1340 Alzheimer/Dementia Support Group: (770) 926-0119 American Heart Assoc. — Cherokee Division: (678) 385-2013 Arts Alliance of Georgia: (678) 754-8482 Bethany Place: (770) 479-9462 www.bethanyplacehome.org Breast Cancer Support Group, Drop-In: (404) 843-1880 Canton Al-Anon: (770) 516-3502 CASA for Children, Inc.: Deidre Hollands, (770) 345-3274 www.casacherokee.org Celebrate Recovery: (404) 317-0345 www.actionchurch.tv Cherokee Autism Support Group: Heidi — HCF67@comcast.net or Renee — MRJPERRELLI@yahoo.com Cherokee Child Advocacy Council: (770) 592-9779 www.cherokeechildadvocates.org Cherokee Co. Aspergers Syndrome Support Group: www.CCAspies.org Cherokee Co. Family Child Care Assoc.: Brenda Bowen, (770) 926-8055 Cherokee Co. Foster & Adoptive Parent Association of GA: (770) 378-0759 www.fosteroradopt.org Cherokee Co. Habitat for Humanity: (770) 345-1879 Cherokee Co. Senior Services: (770) 345-5312 Cherokee Co. Service League: (770) 704-5991 Cherokee Co. Special Olympics: (770) 517-7101 Cherokee County Family Violence Center: (770) 479-1804 Battered Women Hotline: (770) 479-1703 In Spanish, (770) 720-7050 Cherokee Fellowship of Christian Athletes: Bill Queen (404) 441-3508, www.cherokeefca.org Cherokee FOCUS: (770) 345-5483 www.cherokeefocus.org Drug Free Cherokee: Stacy Bailey, (770) 345-5483 www.drugfreecherokee.org
Grace to the Nations: (404) 819-5520 www.gracetothenations.com
Volunteer Aging Council:
(770) 345-7515
Young Peoples AA Meeting:
(770) 479-2502
Civic Organizations Canton Lions Club: (678) 224-7878 www.lionsofcanton.org Canton Noon Day Optimists: (678) 454-2370 Canton Optimist Club: www.cantonoptimist.com Canton Rotary Club: (770) 479-2101 Cherokee County Historical Society: (770) 345-3288, www.rockbarn.org Hickory Flat Optimist Club: Alan Flint (770) 720-9056 Holly Springs Business & Professional Assoc.: (678) 467-9269 Pilot Club of Cherokee County: Lynda Goodwin at (770) 393-1766 Lynda@edgoodwinassociates.com Rotary Club of Cherokee County: (678) 297-0154, glopos@bellsouth.net Sons of the American Revolution: Cherokee Chapter, (770) 410-0015 btemple1@bellsouth.net The Trail of Tears Association:
(770) 704-6338
www.nationaltota.org
(770) 926-9317, deanc@mindspring.com Cherokee/Pickens Libertarian Party: (770) 345-4678, www.lpgeorgia.com/cherokee
Recreation & Hobbies
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Business Organizations
Canton Moose Family Center (Bingo): (770) 479-8300 Christian Authors Guild: www.christianauthorsguild.org Cherokee Amateur Radio Society: (770) 928-8590, www.cherokee-ares.org/ccars Cherokee Amateur Radio Emergency Services (SKYWARN Storm Spotters): (770) 928-8590 www.cherokee-ares.org Cherokee Community Chorale: (678) 439-8625 www.cherokeecommunitychorale.org Cherokee County Master Gardeners: (770) 479-0418 Cherokee County Saddle Club: (770) 757-2282 www.cherokeesaddleclub.com Cherokee County Social Adventures Group: www.TCCSAG.org Cherokee Fencing Club: Andy McCann, (678) 494-9750 www.cherokeefencingclub.com Cherokee Hiking Club: (770) 235-3655 hiking_fred@hotmail.com Cherokee MOTS (Mom’s of Tots): (770) 272-5388 www.meetup.com/cherokee-mots Cherokee Music Teachers Association: Linda Lokey (770) 720-1701, www.cherokeemta.org Cherokee New Horizons Band (CNHB): (770) 479-4917, cnhbcontact@yahoo.com Cherokee Photography Club: www.cherokeepc.org Cherokee Running Club: (770) 928-4239 (770) 926-8513 Cherokee Senior Softball Association: www.cssasoftball.com Cherokee Tennis Association: www.cherokeetennis.com Crossfit Workout of the Day Club: www.crossfitgarage.com Falany Performing Arts Center @ Reinhardt University: (770) 720-5558, www.reinhardt.edu/fpac The Funk Heritage Center Book Club: (770) 720-5969 North Cobb Bass Club: (770) 820-3945 www.northcobbbass.com Sewrifics, American Sewing Guild: (678) 493-3976 Southern O Scalers:
Dan Mason, (770) 337-5139
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770-345-0400
P.O. Box 4998
www.CherokeeChamber.com
3605 Marietta Hwy, Canton
Southeast Swimwear
Bethesda Community Clinic, Inc.
What A Girl Wants
12926 Highway 92, Suite 500 Woodstock (678) 403-1444 Retail Swimwear
107 Mountain Brook Dr., Suite 100 Canton (678) 880-9654 Non-profit Organization
1455 Riverstone Parkway, Suite 120 Canton (770) 720-2040 Gift Shops
Salon Bella’s
Blue Chip Air
The Premier Group Keller Williams
9999 Highway 92, Suite 160 Woodstock (678) 445-7676 Hair Salons
20 Bledsoe Road, Suite 1000 Newnan (770) 251-2200 Heating & Air Sales & Service (Commercial)
8604 Main Street Woodstock (678) 494-0102 Real Estate
chamberWorkshops
2012 BLASTT Workshops Presented by Reinhardt University
August 22, 11:30 a.m. — 2 p.m.
(Lunch is provided)
Employment Disengagement: The Unseen Undertow Presenter: Jim Bulger, VP of HR Consulting, Work Thrive, LLC Cost: $30 for Members; $55 for Future Members Employee engagement has become a critical strategic component to achieve organizational success, employee productivity, and business goals. Utilizing real-world examples, research findings, and a tropical theme, Jim draws a visual picture of the various levels of engagement and discusses how business leaders and their management teams can positively influence engagement growth in their organization. This session will focus on how organizations can strategically take action to increase employee engagement and positively impact their productivity, profitability and workforce budgets. Contact Amy at (770) 345-0400 or Amy@CherokeeChamber.com to register.
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businessAfter
Hours
Tuesday, August 21, 4:30 — 6 p.m. 2012 Series Presented by: AT&T Sponsored by & located at:
105 Long Drive, Woodstock, GA 30189 There is no charge to attend. RSVP deadline is 5 p.m. on August 17.
President Barack Obama (D) (202) 456-1414 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue fax: (202) 456-2461 Washington, D.C. 20500 Website: www.whitehouse.gov
Senator Saxby Chambliss (R) (202) 224-3521 Senate Russell Courtyard-2 GA: (770) 763-9090 Washington, D.C. 20510 Website: http://chambliss.senate.gov
Senator Johnny Isakson (R) (202) 224-3643 1 Overton Park, Suite 970 GA: (770) 661-0999 3625 Cumberland Blvd., Atlanta, GA 30339 fax: (770) 661-0768 Website: http://isakson.senate.gov
Rep. Tom Price (R), District 6 P.O. Box 425, Roswell, GA 30077 Website: http://tom.house.gov
(202) 225-4501 GA: (770) 565-4990 fax: (770) 565-7570
Rep. Rob Woodall (R), District 7 (202) 225-4272 90 North Street, Suite 360 GA: (770) 232-3005 Canton, GA 30114-2724 fax: (770) 232-2909
State Government: Governor Nathan Deal (R) 203 State Capitol Atlanta, GA 30334 www.gov.ga.gov.com
(404) 656-1776 fax: (404) 657-7332
State Senator Jack Murphy (R) (D-27) (770) 887-1960 304-B Coverdell Legislative Bldg. fax: (770) 205-0602 Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: jack.murphy@senate.ga.gov
State Rep. Calvin Hill (R) (D-21) local: (678) 493-7257 511 Coverdell Legislative Bldg. business: (404) 656-0129 Atlanta, GA 30334 fax: (770) 345-2394 e-mail: chill@legis.state.ga.us
State Rep. Sean Jerguson (R) (D-22) 607 Coverdell Legislative Bldg. Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: sean.jerguson@house.ga.gov
(404) 656-0287
Commissioners: Buzz Ahrens (R), Chairperson e-mail: lbahrens@cherokeega.com
Harry Johnston (R), Post 1 e-mail: hjohnston@cherokeega.com
Jim Hubbard (R), Post 2 e-mail: jhubbard@cherokeega.com
Karen Bosch (R), Post 3 e-mail: kbosch@cherokeega.com
Jason A. Nelms (R), Post 4 e-mail: jnelms@cherokeega.com
Cherokee County Board of Education:
www.cherokee.k12.ga.us
Robert Wofford, Post 1 e-mail: robert.wofford@cherokee.k12.ga.us Mike Chapman (R), Post 2 (Chair) e-mail: mike.chapman@cherokee.k12.ga.us
Michael Geist, Post 3 e-mail: michael.geist@cherokee.k12.ga.us
(404) 462-4950
Janet Read (R), Post 4 e-mail: janet.read@cherokee.k12.ga.us
(770) 516-1444
Rick Steiner (R), Post 5 e-mail: rick.steiner@cherokee.k12.ga.us
(770) 704-4398, x4370
Rob Usher, Post 6 e-mail: rob.usher@cherokee.k12.ga.us
(770) 928-0341
Kim Cochran (R), Post 7 e-mail: kimcochran@gmail.com
(678) 983-9644
Cherokee County Coroner Earl W. Darby 90 North Street, Suite 310 Canton, GA 30114
Cherokee County Courts: Superior Court: Chief Judge Frank C. Mills, III Judge N. Jackson Harris Judge Ellen McElyea
(678) 493-6270 (678) 493-6260 (678) 493-6240
State Court: Chief Judge Clyde J. Gober, Jr. Judge W. Alan Jordan Judge A. Dee Morris
(678) 493-6480 (678) 493-6490 (678) 493-6480
Juvenile/Family Court: Judge John B. Sumner Judge Tony Baker Magistrate Court: Chief Judge James Drane III
(678) 493-6250 (678) 493-6280
(678) 493-6431
(770) 345-6256
(770) 704-4398, x4372
Cherokee County School System
State Rep. Mark Hamilton (R) (D-23) Email: mark.hamilton@house.ga.gov
ELECTED & APPOINTED OFFICIALS
United States Government:
(404) 362-1600
Superintendent, Dr. Frank Petruzielo (770) 479-1871 P.O. Box 769 fax: (770) 479-1236 110 Academy St. Canton, GA 30114 Website: www.cherokee.k12.ga.us
Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office
Sheriff Roger Garrison (R) (678) 493-4100 498 Chattin Drive fax: (678) 493-4228 Canton, GA 30115 Website: www.cherokeega-sheriff.org
Cherokee County Tax Commissioner
David Fields (R) (678) 493-6400 2780 Marietta Highway fax: (678) 493-6420 Canton, GA 30114 e-mail: dfields@cherokeega.com
City of Canton
www.canton-georgia.com
(770) 704-1500
Mayor Gene Hobgood Probate Court: Judge Keith Wood
Clerk of the Court: Patty Baker
(678) 493-6160 (678) 493-6511
Cherokee County Board of Commissioners www.cherokeega.com 1130 Bluffs Parkway (678) 493-6000 Canton, GA 30114 fax: (678) 493-6001
City of Ball Ground
www.cityofballground.com
(770) 735-2123
Mayor A. R. (Rick) Roberts III
City of Holly Springs
www.hollyspringsga.net Mayor Tim Downing
(770) 345-5536
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RELIGIOUS SERVICES
Baptist
Church of God
Lutheran
Ball Ground First Baptist
Free Home Community Church
Celebration of Grace Lutheran Church
445 Old Canton Road, (770) 735- 3374 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 7p.m. www.ballgroundfbc.org
152 Crystal Springs Lane, (770) 479-1537 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.
Scott Mill Chapel, 411 Scott Mill Road Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. (770) 503-5050, www.celebrationofgrace.org
Calvary Baptist 137 Hightower Road, (770) 887-6982 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.calvarybaptistweb.org
Cherokee Baptist 7770 Hickory Flat Highway, (770) 720-3399 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. www.CherokeeBaptistChurch.org
Community Baptist Church 115 W. Wes Walker Memorial Dr., Ball Ground Currently meeting at Canton Community Church Sunday Service: 1:30 p.m. www.community-baptist-church.com
Crossroads of Life Baptist 2861 Ball Ground Hwy, (770) 479-7638 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. www.crossroadsoflifebaptist.org
Cross Roads Primitive Baptist Church Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. (770) 710-1068, www.crossroadspbc.org
First Baptist Canton Mission Point Campus: 1 Mission Point Sunday Services: 8:15, 9:30 & 11 a.m. Visit the website or call for details: (770) 479-5538, www.fbccanton.org
First Baptist Holly Springs 2632 Holly Springs Pkwy, (770) 345-5349 Sunday Service: 10:45 a.m. www.fbchollysprings.com
First Baptist Church of Woodstock 11905 Hwy 92, Woodstock, (770) 926-4428 Sunday Services: 9:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. www.fbcw.org
Heritage Baptist Fellowship 3615 Reinhardt College Parkway, (770) 479-9415 Sunday Service: 11 a.m.
Hickory Road Baptist Church 2146 Hickory Road, (770) 345-2296 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. www.hickoryroad.org
Mount Zion Baptist Church 4096 East Cherokee Drive, (770) 479-3324 Sunday Services: 8:30 & 11 a.m., 6:30 p.m. www.mtzb.org
Mountain View Baptist Church 8991 East Cherokee Drive (Kid Connection) Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. (678) 880-0871, www.mv-baptist.com
Shoal Creek Baptist 4967 Fincher Road, (770) 720-0195 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.
Shoal Creek Primitive Baptist 174 Fields Mcghee Drive, (770) 630-7150 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.
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Hickory Flat Church of God 947 Bailey Road, Woodstock, (770) 475-4321 Sunday Service: 10:50 a.m.
Hillside Community Church of God 12487 Fincher Road, (678) 880-1901 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.
Mt. Paran North Canton Campus meets at Sequoyah HS, 4485 Hickory Road Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. (678) 285-3288, www.mpncanton.com
New Life Church 154 Lakeside Drive, (770) 345-2660 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:15 a.m. www.newlifecanton.com
Sunnyside Church of God 2510 East Cherokee Drive, (770) 639-1018 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:15 a.m. www.sunnysidecog.org
Toonigh Church of God 4776 Old Highway 5, (770) 926-3096 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.
Episcopal
Timothy Lutheran Church (LC-MS) 556 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock Sunday Services: 8:30 & 11 a.m. (770) 928-2812 Tlcwoodstock.ctsmemberconnect.net
Methodist Ball Ground United Methodist Church 3045 Ball Ground Highway, (770) 735-6247 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.ballgroundchurch.org
Big Springs United Methodist 2066 Sugar Pike Road, (770) 475-1796 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.
Birmingham United Methodist Church 15770 Birmingham Rd., (678) 942-1600 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. www.birminghamumc.org
Canton First United Methodist Church 930 Lower Scott Mill Road, (770) 479-2502 Sunday Services: 8:30, 9:30, & 11 a.m. www.cantonfirstumc.org
City On A Hill: A United Methodist Church Christ the Redeemer Episcopal Church 2135 East Cherokee Dr., Woodstock (404) 395-5003 Meeting at All Points Community Church Sunday Service: 10 a.m. www.ctrcec.com
Saint Clement’s Episcopal Church 2795 Ridge Road, (770) 345-6722 Sunday Eucharist Services: 8, 9 & 11 a.m. www.stclementscanton.org
Jewish Chabad Jewish Center 4255 Wade Green Road NW, Suite 120, Kennesaw (678) 460-7702, www.JewishWoodstock.com Introductory Service: 1st Shabbat of each month at 11 a.m. Traditional Service: 3rd Shabbat of each month at 10:30 a.m.
Congregation Ner Tamid Reform Jewish Congregation Contact us for High Holiday Service times & dates (678) 264-8575, www.mynertamid.org
Tikvah I’ Chaim “Hope for Life” Messianic Jewish Fellowship 4206 N. Arnold Mill Rd., (678) 936-4125 Saturday Shabbat Service: 10 a.m. www.tlchaim.com
7745 Main Street, Woodstock, (678) 445-3480 Sunday Services: 9:35 & 11:15 a.m. www.coahumc.org
Hickory Flat United Methodist Church 4056 East Cherokee Drive, (770) 345-5969 Sunday School: 9:20 a.m. Sunday Services: 9:20 & 11 a.m. www.hickoryflat.org
Holly Springs United Methodist Church 2464 Holly Springs Parkway, (770) 345-2883 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.hollyspringsumc.com
Liberty Hill Church 141 Railroad Street, (678) 493-8920 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. www.libertyhillumc.org
Orange United Methodist Church 220 Orange Church Circle, (770) 886-9662 Sunday Services: 8:45 & 11 a.m. www.orangeumc.org
Sixes United Methodist Church 8385 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 345-7644 Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m. www.sixesumc.org
Union Hill United Methodist Church 2000 A.J. Land Road, (678) 297-0550 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.unionhillumc.org
Orthodox St. Elizabeth Orthodox Church 2263 E. Cherokee Drive, (770) 485-0504 Sunday Divine Liturgy: 10 a.m. www.stelizabethga.org
Presbyterian Cherokee Presbyterian Church, PCA 1498 Johnson Brady Road, (770) 704-9594 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. www.cherokee-pca.org
Faith Presbyterian Church USA 3655 Reinhardt College Parkway Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. (770) 479-6193, www.faithpc.us
Grace Church, PCA 1160 Butterworth Road, (770) 265-5811 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. www.gracecanton.org
Heritage Presbyterian Church 5323 Bells Ferry Road, Woodstock Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Services: 8:45 & 11:10 a.m. (770) 926-3558, www.heritagepres.com
Sixes Presbyterian Church 2335 Sixes Road, (770) 485-1975 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.sixeschurch.org
Trinity Presbyterian Church USA 1136 Trinity Church Road, (678) 493- 6955 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.trinity-presbyterian-church.org
Woodstock Presbyterian Church 345 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock, (770) 926-0074 Traditional Worship Service: 11 a.m.
Roman Catholic Our Lady of LaSalette Catholic Church 2941 Sam Nelson Road, (770) 479-8923 Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:30 p.m. Sunday Masses: 8 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday Spanish Mass: 5:30 p.m. www.lasalettecanton.com
St. Michael the Archangel 490 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock, (770) 516-0009 Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:30 p.m. Sunday Masses: 7:30, 9 & 11 a.m., 12:45 & 5:30 p.m. Sunday Spanish Mass: 2:30 p.m. www.stmichaelthearchangelwoodstock. catholicweb.com
Other Churches Action Church 271 Marietta Road, Canton Village Shopping Center Sunday Service: 10 a.m. (404) 317-0345, www.actionchurch.tv
AllPoints Community Church 6488 Hickory Flat Highway, (678) 493-3430 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.allpointschurch.org
Antioch Christian 3595 Sugar Pike Road, (770) 475-9628 Sunday Services: 8:15 & 10:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. www.antiochcanton.org
Bethel Tabernacle 13417 Fincher Road (Hwy. 108), (770) 479-4540 Sunday Service: 12 noon
Canton Community 260 Rolling Hills Avenue, (770) 479-3792 Sunday Service: 10:45 a.m. www.cantoncommunityministries.org
Canton Hispanic SDA 462 Scott Road, (678) 493-2727 Sabbath School: 9:15 a.m. Worship Service: 11:15 a.m. http://cantonhispanic22.adventistchurchconnect.org
Canton Adventist Church 411 Scott Mill Road, (678) 880-0106 Saturday Worship: 10 a.m. www.cantonfamiles.org
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 3459 East Cherokee Drive, (770) 720-9574 Sunday Services: 1 p.m.
Church of the Messiah 415 Charles Cox Drive, (770) 479-5280 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. www.churchofthemessiah.net
Dayspring Church 6835 Victory Drive, Acworth (770) 516-5733 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.dayspring-online.com
Emmanuel Community Church 2135 East Cherokee Drive, (404) 668-2653 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.ecchurchsite.org
Grace Bible Church Meets at Cherokee Christian School Sunday Service: 11 a.m. (770) 355-8724, www.gracebc.info
Greater Bethel Community Church 211 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 592-9900 Sunday Service: 11 a.m.
Hickory Flat Fellowship 5301 Hickory Flat Highway, (770) 704-5050 Sunday Service: 11 a.m.
Inner Quest Unlimited (a metaphysical Christian Church) 12830 New Providence Road, Alpharetta Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. (770) 521-2875, www.InnerQuestChurch.org
Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.lakearrowheadchapel.org
Life Bible Church 124 P. Rickman Industrial Drive, (770) 217-7494 Sunday Services: 10 a.m. www.lifebiblechurch.com
Morning Star Church 1006 Owens Store Road, (678) 794-7486 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.morningstarcanton.com
New Covenant Bible 1095 Scott Road, (770) 479-6412 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.newcovenantcanton.org
Oak Leaf Church Canton 151 E.Marietta Street, (678) 653-4652 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. www.oakleafcanton.com
The Pointe 300 Adam Jenkins Memorial Pkwy., Suite 112 Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m. www.myfriendschurch.com
Quaker — Canton Friends Worship Group 360 East Marietta Street, (770) 720-4669 Sunday Service: 2nd & 4th Sunday 10 a.m. wrldpeas@mindspring.com, http://cantonfriend.org
The Quest Church 411 Scott Mill Road, Canton, (678) 687-8670 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.thequestcanton.com
Resurrection Anglican Church 231 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 591-0040 Sunday Service: 8:30 & 10:45 a.m www.resurrectionwoodstock.org
Revolution Church 1130 Bluffs Parkway, (770) 345-2737 Sunday Services: 8:15, 9:45, 11:15 a.m. & 12:45 p.m. www.therevolution.tv
The River 2335 Sixes Road, Canton (Sixes Presbyterian Gym) Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.riveratlanta.org
Soul’s Harbor Word of Faith Church 110 Evergreen Road, (770) 345-2715 Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. www.soulsharborchurch.com
St. Paul AME 390 Crisler Street, (770) 479-9691 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.stpaulame-canton.org
Watermarke Church
Jehovah’s Witnesses
Meeting at Cherokee Charter Academy 2126 Sixes Road, Canton (678) 880-9092 Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m. www.watermarkechurch.com
667 Scott Road, (770) 479-7028 Call for local meeting times.
Word of Life Family
Lake Arrowhead Chapel 1218 Lake Arrowhead Drive, (770) 479-3886
207 Marvin Land Lane, (770) 479-7693 Sunday Service: 9 a.m. www.wolfc.net
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Dish vs. DirecTV 2012
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watching TV at the same time, there is the possibility of kicking someone off of what they’re watching. But, their Internet based On-Demand system is great, since they bought Blockbuster and now offer the Blockbuster Service inside their receivers, and someone can use this if the tuners are all taken. All in all, both companies have very entertaining TV systems, and both offer a better price than Comcast. Best thing is that you can call me, the local Dish and DirecTV guy, to help you make up your mind. Then, we’ll come install it and always be there for future questions or issues.
Common Household Toxins . . . continued from page 47 can lead to breathing difficulty, fluid in the lungs and seizures. Learning about your environment, and what your cat or dog may ingest, is critical in preventing a life-threatening situation. Recently, I had an owner who lost their precious cat by ingesting a lily. The owner had no idea it was harmful. Such a beautiful flower could cost a life. Had she been aware of its danger, her kitty might still be here today. The above is by no means a complete list. Please research and keep a sheet on the refrigerator because awareness is key to prevention.
Watch Out for the Ice continued from page 42 towels to keep it from running down in the furnace and drain pan as it can flood your ceiling if your unit is in the attic. Most of the icing problems we encounter are not due to blower or filter problems, but rather caused by low refrigerant charge. When a unit is low on refrigerant, before it stops cooling altogether, it will reach a state where ice forms on the coils and it is not something a homeowner can repair. Be sure and turn off your unit 5 or 6 hours to thaw before your service tech arrives, because they will not be able to properly repair a frozen air conditioner and they will have to come back another time, which will only add to the frustration of being hot with no cooling.
Say No to Energy Drinks for Kids continued from page 34 insomnia, nervousness, nausea, rapid heartbeat — and in more rare cases, seizures, cardiac arrhythmias and cardiac arrest, particularly in people with underlying medical conditions. The review also cited four documented cases of caffeine-associated deaths involving individuals who had consumed energy drinks. For college-age kids combining energy drinks with alcohol can be lethal. Normally when people drink they get tired but the caffeine counteracts the drowsiness allowing kids to stay awake longer, 54 My East Canton | august 2012
consume more, and risk alcohol poisoning. Energy drinks also make the drinker feel more alert believing they are safe to drive. Seek out safer ways to maintain your energy and stay alert. Get a good night’s sleep. Exercise daily. Eat well. Hope this info helps. As always, stay well adjusted.
Autism Part 2 continued from page 36 children less than 2 years of age at this facility. The studies will look at how young children develop socially and visually respond to their environment. The goal of these studies is to develop new methods for the earlier detection of developmental delays, including the autistic spectrum disorders in infants and toddlers. When I was in school, only the most severely autistic children were diagnosed, now children with much milder symptoms are being diagnosed with ASDs. Screening is important for early detection and treatment. Research is important to identify the factors that contribute to the development of autism and what treatments work. In my lifetime with ongoing research, autism will be detected earlier and hopefully be prevented, but certainly, the outcomes will improve significantly for most children and families living with autism.
The Waterfall Braid . . . continued from page 42 7. Repeat the same process on the other side of your head. If you prefer, you can braid the ends of each waterfall together at the back of your head, or secure the two braids with a pretty clip or simple elastic. We’d love for you to find us on Facebook at Jyl Craven Hair Design and send us a photo of your waterfall braid! You can also check out our Facebook Photos section for a look at the different braids trending this summer. Want more braids? There are many excellent tutorials on YouTube, or check out “12 Classic Hair Braids to Try” at squidoo.com/hair-braids.
A View from the Hill continued from page 26 these programs and stop sending our — your — tax dollars to Washington for a partial return. Yes, there are many programs that we cannot eliminate now or perhaps ever, but we can examine each one and do what we can to reduce or cut our dependency on the feds, keeping more of our money here in Georgia to be used for the needs of our citizens. Then, we will know where the money really is! Thank you for the humbling honor to serve as your Representative to Georgia’s General Assembly. Please contact me at any time at (404) 656-0129 or calvin.hill@house.ga.gov.
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