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22 arrested as result of gang probe

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Gwinnett County Public Schools and College Board officials pose for a picture after the College Board named GCPS on Tuesday the District of the Year for large school districts for expanding access and performance in Advanced Placement classes and exams. (Staff Photos: Keith Farner)

An investigation into a shooting led police to drugs, gang activity and the arrest of 22 people in Lawrenceville within the last three weeks.

The Gwinnett County Police Gang Task Force led the operation, which it named Operation Water Hazard, said Cpl. Deon WashingMORE ONLINE ton.

Visit gwinnettdailypost.com It began for a photo gallery. a little more than two months ago when a man was shot in the chest and ankle outside a duplex home on Club Drive where he’d been relaxing with a group of friends, according to a police report. The home where the man was shot at was next door to a small body of water in the neighborhood. Washington said that’s how Operation Water Hazard earned its name.

The man lived through the ordeal and has since been released from the hospital.

But the investigation into his shooting spiraled into an operation that came to a

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GCPS receives national honor for AP success person for

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BY KEITH FARNER

I learned how to manage my time, how to stay up at 3 o’clock in the morning crying while finishing my 10-page paper.”

keith.farner@gwinnettdailypost.com

A ninth-grade C student with a mother who offered a loving and faith-based home, but didn’t know the first thing about how to get into college, was one of the speakers at a celebratory event Tuesday at Duluth High School.

Trevor Packer, one of nine children who grew up in a low-income household, is now a senior vice president for Advanced Placement and Instruction with the College Board.

And Packer credited educators who steered him toward AP classes in order to gain college credit.

Packer used his personal story to segue to Gwinnett County Public Schools when he discussed why the College Board named GCPS the AP District of the Year among large school districts. By defying trends in education, leaders across schools in Gwinnett outlined ways in which GCPS recently excelled in Advanced Placement access and performance, particularly to minority students and those from lowincome households.

Duluth was chosen as the site of the event because district officials said it best represents the district overall.

Chattahoochee Elementary Principal Jeff Lee discussed the importance of introducing college readiness and the importance of preparation early

— Cameren Carter, Duluth High School student

ethics panel Hunter complaint will be heard by council of five

BY CURT YEOMANS

Gwinnett County Public Schools CEO/Superintendent J. Alvin Wilbanks speaks at an event on Tuesday at Duluth High School where the College Board honored Gwinnett County Public Schools for increasing student access and performance in Advanced Placement classes and exams.

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in elementary school. Lee said his school’s demographics are 34 percent African-American, 22 percent white, 17 percent Asian/Pacific Islander, 21 percent Hispanic, 7 percent multi-racial, 46 percent free/ reduced price lunch and 19 percent who speak English as a second language.

Duluth High student Cameren Carter, who plans to attend Columbia University, said AP classes not only teach college material but how to handle a demanding and difficult load.

“I learned how to manage my time, how to stay up at 3 o’clock in the morning crying while finishing my 10-page paper,” he said. “I also learned critical learning skills, which showed me not only how to come up with some ideas to answer difficult questions. But also how to logically connect my thoughts and evaluate the why, rather than just the what.”

Packer said typical trends in educational statistics and data is that adding more students to a particular class or group, in this case AP, almost always leads to lower scores. But Gwinnett’s numbers were so unusual, he called them strange and bizarre.

“We look for data for districts that are casting a wide net and find students like me, like many others, who otherwise fall through the cracks and never make it to college,” Packer said, referred to the “data-based decision.”

Packer said GCPS added 1,500 more students into AP classrooms, and scores jumped.

CEO/Superintendent J. Alvin Wilbanks said the event was “proof positive” that when students are introduced to more rigorous classes with expectations, the results follow.

“What great teaching is all about,” Wilbanks said. “More importantly, how it makes the classroom come alive, to engage students to be all they can be, but be more. We have a lot of those in our school district.”

Wilbanks also credited principals and noted that he did not give them a goal, yet they “met the challenge, and met it well.”

This visit for Packer was a departure from early 2015, when he visited the General Assembly and the Gwinnett See AP, Page 3A

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Gwinnett County commissioners are expected to pick their representative on an ethics panel that will hear a complaint against one of their own within the next month.

Commissioner Tommy Hunter is facing an ethics hearing to decide whether he violated the county’s ethics ordinance when he called U.S. Rep. John Lewis a “racist pig” and referred to Democrats as “Demonrats” and “Libtards” in posts on Facebook.

The commission gets to pick one member of the five-person panel that will conduct the hearing and make a recommendation to the Board of Commissioners See ETHICS, Page 5A

Gwinnett County Commissioner Tommy Hunter’s seat is empty after he got up and left the Board of Commissioners just as public comment began Tuesday. (Staff Photo: Curt Yeomans)

GBI honors detective for work protecting vulnerable adults

BY CAILIN O’BRIEN

tions of abuse and then pros-

cailin.obrien@gwinnettdailypost.com ecute their abusers success-

fully,” said Vicki Johnson, A Gwinnett County police chair of the Georgia Council detective was one of four law on Aging. enforcement officials recogThe GBI recognized Denized by the Georgia Bureau tective Justin Von Behren for of Investigation for protecthis work busting an unliing vulnerable adults during censed personal care home Senior Week at the Georgia ring in Snellville in DeGeneral Assembly. cember 2015. Eight people “These individuals went were arrested and accused above and beyond the call of of running homes around the duty to protect at-risk adults area, all of which failed to in what were critical situamake sure the residents took

their medicine or practiced proper hygiene, according to the indictment.

House and Senate resolutions 199 applauded Von Behren for indicting the eight people on 53 criminal charges including abuse and financial exploitation. He also worked “relentlessly until he relocated 16 residents” who had been living in the unlicensed homes, according See DETECTIVE, Page 3A

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Gwinnett County Police Department Detective Justin Von Behren is recognized for his work protecting vulnerable adults during Senior Week at the Georgia General Assembly. (Photo: Georgia Council on Aging)

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Probe Fairs to help students, colleges connect

BY KEITH FARNER

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Events geared to connect students with colleges and universities are returning to the area for three weeks of Probe Fairs during the annual spring tour.

Though geared to high school juniors and their families, underclassmen are encouraged to attend.

In addition, college fairs are especially helpful for connecting students with representatives from lesser known institutions.

“The purpose of Probe is to help connect Georgia high school students with colleges and universities across the state and country,” Probe Executive Director Bill Smith said.

“Our goal is to provide students access to as many colleges and universities as we can for each community in Georgia.”

More information about the fairs is available at gaprobe.org or on the Facebook page “Georgia Probe.” Mobile text updates and reminders are available by texting “Probe Info” to 33233.

Crude oil issues cause stagnation Regional science fair set for Friday in local gas prices Steve Odum of Cisco Systems talks with Jayce Laurenceau, a fourth-grader at Grayson Elementary School at the 38th annual Gwinnett County Regional Science and Engineering Fair last year at the Infinite Energy Center in Duluth.

(File Photos)

BY KEITH FARNER

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Students from across Gwinnett have reached the pinnacle of local science and engineering success: They have a spot in the 39th annual Gwinnett County Regional Science and Engineering Fair.

The annual late February event is set for Friday at the Infinite Energy Center and will include students from all 19 clusters, two Gwinnett County Public Schools special entities and six nonGCPS schools in Gwinnett. Overall, 101 schools will be represented at the from third grade through high school. event where awards cerThe event includes emonies starting at 6:30 more than 650 projp.m. will honor students

Georgia Gwinnett College professor Sharron Jenkins, left, discusses a project with Shiloh Elementary fourth-grader Maya Herndon in 2015 at the Gwinnett science and engineering fair at the Gwinnett Center in Duluth.

ects that cover science, engineering and innovation made by more than 865 students. To arrive

BY CURT YEOMANS

cost of a gallon gas comes as AAA is warning drivers to prepare for an increase in gas prices as the spring Gas prices in Georgia maintenance period looms on the horizon. The upcomstayed virtually flat over ing switch to summerthe last week following a blend fuels and an expected nationwide trend of stagnant change in the price of increase in driving will also likely drive up gas prices a gallon of gas, according in the coming weeks and to AAA-Auto Club of the months.

South.

AAA expects gas prices AAA-Auto Club of the will peak at their usual South reported gas prices in the state stayed at $2.18, time, which is at Memorial Day. although there was slight Nationwide, the average fluctuation that amounted to tenths of a cent. Still, it’s price of gas was $2.28 per gallon, which is up by fourdown from a month ago, tenths of a cent from last when a gallon of gas cost at this event, the projects $2.23. It is up from a year week. It’s also up from the $1.72 price seen a year ago. already won first place at ago, however, when gas At the time, however, the the local school level. cost $1.66 per gallon. national average is down While they’re on The automotive group from the $2.33 price seen display, the projects will pointed to crude oil as the at stations last month. be judged by Georgia cause of the cost stagnaBut in Gwinnett, the professionals and scition. AAA officials said prices continue to be below entists who will assess U.S. oil production has them on scientific quality, stayed at a steady daily rate the state and national averages. accuracy, creativity and of 8.97 million barrels in Currently, a gallon of gas experimental design. an attempt to offset price The high school and increases created by an ef- can be purchased in Gwinnett for as little as the $1.98 middle school students fort by OPEC members to to $1.99 range, mainly in who earn first place at cut production. the Lawrenceville area, the district level competi“Crude oil continues to but also at some stations in tion will move to the next drive the market,” AAA Lilburn and near Peachtree round — the Georgia spokesman Josh Carrasco Industrial Boulevard in Science and Engineersaid in a statement. “Doing Fair — which will mestic oil production and a Peachtree Corners, accordbe held in Athens from glut in oil and gas supplies ing to GasBuddy.com.

Most of the other gas March 30 to April 1. are keeping a lid on prices The top projects then at the pump. The best time stations in Gwinnett are in the $2 to $2.10 range, with qualify for the Intel to fill up your tank is now a handful of stations selling International Science and because, historically, gas gas at $2.13 or $2.17 per Engineering Fair, which prices begin to climb until gallon, according to the will be held May 14-19 we reach Memorial Day.” price monitoring website. in Los Angeles.

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The Grayson City Council on Monday amended a 2005 ordinance that will allow the panel to grant zoning variances in certain circumstances. (Photo: Randy Louis Cox)

Zoning amendment lets Grayson grant variances

By Randy Louis Cox

Grayson’s residents.

Efficiency, unnecessary burden and expense were GRAYSON — Followfactors in taking this action. ing an amendment approval “I don’t know of any city Monday, the Grayson or county that doesn’t grant City Council will now be the council or commission allowed to grant variances the authority to take care of in certain circumstances this type of request in the during zoning applications process of a rezoning or and special-use permits. special use permit request,” A 2005 zoning ordinance City Planner Steve Sapthat limited the powers pington said. The Board of of the mayor and council Appeals will still hear variin rezoning applications ance requests that aren’t received approval at the part of a pending rezoning regular monthly meeting. or special-use permit.

The current ordinance The council will be able requires applicants to to rezone to any use less submit applications to both intense than the proposed the council and the Zoning amendment with or without Board of Appeals in cases conditions; deny the proin which a variance to the posed amendment in whole zoning ordinance is needor in part; or table the proed. The amendment states posal. In addition, all questhat, “Streamlining the ap- tions of interpretation and plication and consideration enforcement will be first process to allow the council presented to the administo hear variances in limited trative officer, and these circumstances so that two questions will be given to applications are not rethe Board of Appeals only quired promotes the health, on appeal from the decision safety, convenience, order of the officer. and the general welfare” of In other business, the

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council: • Announced that the 38th Annual Grayson Day Parade and Festival will be held Saturday, April 29, at City Park. The theme is “Big Time, Small Town.”

For more information, visit cityofgrayson.org.

• Voted to spend $8,229 for Christmas decorations on new pedestrian lights to be installed on Ga. Highway 20.

• Announced that the Georgia Municipal Association named Grayson the Second Most Active City in the state, and Georgia Trend magazine presented the city with the Live, Work, Play award.

• Approved an expenditure of $750 to Chelsea Gardens to transplant two crape myrtle trees.

• Announced that the city Easter egg hunt will be Saturday, April 15, from 10 a.m. to noon.

• Mayor Allison Wilkerson proclaimed Friday, Feb. 24, as Arbor Day in the city.

Duluth police search for three carjacking suspects From Staff Reports Duluth police are searching for two men and a women accused of stealing an SUV from a resident at gunpoint last month.

Police have accused Andre Christopher Allen, 21, Frederick Louis Spears, 21 and Ariauna Lasha Outley, 19, of using a gun to steal the vicitim’s SUV along with her credit and debit cards from her home in Duluth on Jan. 19.

Allen, Spears and Outley face charges of armed robbery, carjacking and financial transaction card theft. All three are consid-

Duluth police are looking for these three suspects.

They’re accused of carjacking.

(Photo: Crime Stoppers)

ered “armed and extremely Anybody with infordangerous,” according to mation about the crime should call Crime Stoppers a Crime Stoppers Atlanta at 404-577-8477.

Facebook post.

Detective •From Page 1A to the resolution.

The joint resolution also honored three other law enforcement officials from Eatonton, Houston

and Cobb counties for their work protecting vulnerable adults.

“They stand as a shining tribute to the strength of human spirit and willpower,” according to

the resolution. “And it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of these remarkable and distinguished Georgians be recognized appropriately.

AP •From Page 1A

has received to date.”

GCPS was one of 433 Board of Education and school districts across GCPS officials after he and the U.S. and Canada that the College Board received achieved placement on the criticism for new AP U.S. annual AP District Honor History framework, also Roll. From this list, three called APUSH. AP Districts of the Year Critics at the time said — one for each category the material in the curof district population size: riculum influenced students small, medium, and large toward a more liberal politi- — were selected based on cal perspective. an analysis of three acaThe visit to Gwinnett in demic years of AP data.

2015 followed criticism Packer said from 2014 from conservative lawmak- to 2016 the district simulers under the Gold Dome. taneously and continuously At a Gwinnett BOE meetincreased the number of ing, Packer gave a 40-min- students who took AP ute presentation defending classes while they also imthe material, and added proved those who received that the General Assembly a qualifying score of three feedback was, “the most or higher on AP Exams, constructive and helpful as 61 percent of all AP feedback the College Board students scored a three or

higher in 2016.

The district increased student participation in AP by five percent annually and the percentage of students who scored a three or higher on at least one AP Exam by one percent annually.

The number of minority students who earned at least a three or higher on the five-point score increased two percent, or 914 students since 2014. In Gwinnett, at least 43 percent or more of the AP students are American Indian, African American, Hispanic/Latino or Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander.

And 31 percent or more of the AP students in the district qualify for free or reduced-price lunch.

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Injections of painkillers not always a relief DEAR DR. ROACH: At 64, I was in very good health except for moderate hypertension, which was treated with lisinopril. I then had an incident lifting a heavy load, which injured my back. Long story short, three years of pain drove me to have an L4L5 vertebrae back fusion. I am now 67, and in hindsight, surgery was a bad decision.

Since my surgery, every injection I have received from three pain-management doctors has been ineffective.

These included painkillers to target nerves for radiofrequency nerve ablation, steroids at several spots above and below the fusion, and a recent epidural at L6 that was supposed to travel up my spine. The doctors said that relief would come within the hour or several days. These injections have never brought ANY relief. But they do, however, aggravate my pain for the next several days. I jokingly asked my current doctor if he is injecting me with saline solution.

Is my system impervious to the desired effect of these injections? My only limited relief is with hydrocodone tablets, which have other side effects (opioid-induced constipation). It’s sometimes as aggravating as the back pain.

— R.S. ANSWER: I don’t know why some people respond well to injections and others do not. Most experts do not keep attempting injections if the first one (or maybe few) are ineffective. However, some people have a good response, so it usually is worth a try. There isn’t outstanding evidence of benefit in trials (that is probably because there are quite a few people like you, who have gotten no benefit at all).

Your story is another reminder not to make the decision for back surgery lightly.

DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband has precancerous cells in his prostate. Is there a danger to me performing oral sex? What other types of diseases can be transmitted through this activity? A male movie star stated that he contracted throat cancer from performing oral sex on women. I’m very concerned for my own health and safety.

— Anon.

ANSWER: I think you are concerned about human papillomavirus. Some strains of this virus can cause several types of cancers, especially cervical cancer in women and some cancers of the mouth and pharynx in both women and men. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that there are about 9,000 cases of HPVassociated throat cancers, roughly 80 percent of which happen in men. It is thought that oral sex is the usual way that the virus is acquired.

Prostate cancers are not HPV-associated, so there is no increased risk to you due to your husband’s prostate cancer. It is unlikely, though still possible, for you to contract or have HPV, even if neither you nor your husband have had symptoms, such as genital warts, and if you have never had an abnormal Pap smear (associated with HPV infection).

The HPV vaccine is an anti-cancer vaccine. There is incontrovertible evidence now that it protects against cervical cancer, and most experts believe that the vaccine will protect against HPVrelated throat cancers as well.

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Toxic family member manipulates matriarch DEAR AMY: Without going into lengthy detail, we have been dealing with a bad relative for at least five years. We have constantly dealt with their inappropriate behavior. It has gotten to the point now that we don’t even want to deal with this person anymore, but if we cut ties, they twist stories around and make us look bad.

This person cries a (lying) sob story to the family matriarch to con money from her, and she falls for it every time.

I am tired of being stressed about this person; everyone is walking on eggshells.

I feel we shouldn’t have to do something just to appease this person. It will only encourage and condone their behavior. Yet, we don’t want to ruffle the family feathers.

Normally I would say the hell with it — we should do what we feel is right.

The bigger part of the problem is the family matriarch. She is so controlling, everyone is afraid to cross her for fear of her cutting them out of the family (and her will).

— At Wits’ End DEAR AT WITS’ END: You need to decide what is most important to you — your own personal and emotional integrity, or the (possibly slim) chance of some financial gain down the

Ask Amy

Amy Dickinson road.

You cannot count on someone who behaves poorly to ever change.

Only know that if you tolerate and condone this behavior, it will continue, and likely escalate — because people like this tend to raise the stakes in order to control people who are growing tired of being manipulated.

The way out is through true liberation. You just say, “I’m done dancing around you. Do what you are going to do and say what you’re going to say. … It no longer matters to me.”

First, you have to genuinely not give the tiniest hoot about what people (whom you don’t respect anyway) think of you. You also have to be willing to say “bye-bye” to any money that is dangling over your head.

If you can manage this, you will be the envy of your family, as they continue to walk on eggshells in exchange for the chance to play the family lottery.

DEAR AMY: I am into the second year at

my first job out of college. I am the marketing director for a small company in the Midwest. I enjoy my job to a certain degree.

My dad works for a Fortune 500 company that sells medical equipment. He is pressuring me to join his company at an entry-level position. Granted, the offer is very appealing and something I would like to do. I enjoy the field.

Overall, I will feel bad about leaving the company I’m at now, but my dad says it is normal in business for people to leave at any moment.

The position he is telling me to join is an offer that people don’t see every day, especially at my age (23).

I am afraid I will look back in five years and say, “Dang, I wish I had taken that job offer.”

What do you think I should do?

— Job Confused DEAR CONFUSED: You have already stayed at your first post-college job for a respectable length of time; it’s OK to look for a different job.

However, I disagree with your father that it is “normal” for people to leave their jobs at any moment. The appropriate thing to do is to stay at your current job while you interview for your hoped-for job at this larger company, and then to give your current boss a respectable notice

(two weeks is the norm) before you leave.

You would be smart to put your father on “mute” for a minute while you do your independent due diligence on the other company, investigating with an open mind the reality of working there. Also, take a moment to ponder the reality of working in the same company as your father. He seems a tad overwhelming. Do not leave this job until you have a new one locked down.

DEAR AMY: Thank you, thank you, thank you for recommending Head Start to the “OldFashioned Grandma in OR,” whose granddaughter was yelling and swearing at her toddler son. I am a Head Start teacher and part of what we do is to help children (and their parents) navigate different ways to behave.

— Teacher DEAR TEACHER: I described Head Start as “a miracle,” for good reason. Thank you and your fellow teachers.

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A lot will be expected of you. Think about whether it’s in your best interest to take on responsibilities that don’t excite you or bring any sort of restitution for your hard work and long hours. Consider ways to earn more money doing something more enjoyable.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) — You need to be the one to decide what’s best for yourself. Look over personal paperwork, contracts or records to find information that will help you make better choices going forward.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) — Question your motives if someone tries to block or interfere with your achievements. Clear up any misunderstanding before you assume a position that requires transparency.

TAURUS (April 20May 20) — Getting along with your peers will be in your best interest. If you call upon people you have worked with in the past, you’ll be given inside information that will help you advance.

GEMINI (May 21June 20) — Your ability to express what you want to see happen will encourage others to help you make your plan a success.

A chance encounter will result in an unexpected opportunity.

CANCER (June 21July 22) — Educate yourself and work hard to achieve your goals.

Seek advice from experienced pros, but don’t be afraid to put your own spin on things. Trust in your ability.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) — Traveling, learning and interacting with interesting people will encourage you to make lifestyle changes. Physical action will bring positive results.

Celebrate with someone you love.

VIRGO (Aug. 23Sept. 22) — Make affordable plans with children, family or a loved one. Living within your means will help you enjoy the day instead of adding to your stress.

LIBRA (Sept. 23Oct. 23) — Troubles will surface when dealing with domestic or relationship matters. Be willing to compromise and discuss concerns openly.

Strive for equality, balance and peace of mind.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24Nov. 22) — Be careful what you share with your peers. Someone will use personal information against you to deter your progress. Don’t overreact to someone’s argument when you should be countering with facts.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Personal improvements will lead to unexpected gains. Refuse to let an emotional incident cost you. Keep your mind on the facts, and move forward with confidence. Romance is encouraged.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — An emotional situation will escalate into an unsavory encounter if you get involved with people who don’t share your values or beliefs. Avoid travel, and proceed with caution.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Bring about positive change.

Altering your appearance or methods will make others take notice. Follow through with your plans if you want to prosper.

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•From Page 1A head Feb. 9 when Gwinnett police’s SWAT and Criminal Investigations Division teamed up with the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Department, the Georgia Army National Guard Counterdrug Task Force and the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to execute two search warrants at the duplex.

They found seven guns and a medley of drugs including cocaine, Xanax, marijuana, Hydrocodone and Tramadol, Washington said. Officials obtained more than 30 arrest warrants from the search, including one for a man who is accused of failing to register as a sex offender when he left Michigan.

The 22 people arrested in the operation so far include both men and women who range in age from 20 to 57 years old, according to a press release. Washington said 12 of the suspects were arrested Feb. 9. The remaining 10 trickled into jail from there.

They’re charged with everything from misdemeanor possession of marijuana to felony intent to distribute Schedule III and IV drugs. One 25-year-old man was charged with public indecency.

Probe Trevon Ferdinand, 34, is charged with possessing and intending to distribute marijuana, cocaine and a Schedule IV drug.

Diego Millan, 44, is charged with possessing cocaine.

Cornelius Price, 29, is charged with possessing and intending to Clarence Damion Tonquiron Trevon Christopher Robert distribute cocaine and a Schedule Hart Bolden Brothern Ferdinand Ausmer Carter IV drug.

Courtney Robinson, 38, is charged with loitering and prowling as well as failure to register as a sex offender.

Kendrick Richardson, 31, is charged with possessing and intending to distribute marijuana, a Schedule III drug and two difEric Cornelius Kimberly Courtney Eddie Diego ferent Schedule IV drugs. He’s Lewis Price Richardson Robinson Hobbs Millan also charged with possessing a Washington said a few of the firearm during the commission of Fourteen of the 22 suspects drug. a felony. arrested suspects could still face arrested have been accused of Robert Carter, 22, is charged Michael Tate, 24, is charged gang-related charges. felonies so far. with possessing and intending to with possessing and intending Gwinnett County police Chief Christopher Ausmer, 25, is distribute marijuana.

Butch Ayers said the successful charged with possessing more Eric Lewis, 24, is charged with to distribute marijuana, cocaine and a Schedule IV drug. He’s operation illustrates the power than an ounce of marijuana. possessing cocaine. also charged with possessing a of local, state and federal law Damion Bolden, 43, is charged Eddie Hobbs, 42, is charged firearm during the commission of enforcement partnerships. with possessing and intending to with possessing a firearm as a a felony.

“We believe that this operation distribute marijuana, possessing a convicted felon, possessing a Kimberly Richardson, 51, is sends a clear message to wouldfirearm during the commission of firearm during the commission of be offenders that this type of a crime and possessing a firearm a felony, possessing cocaine and charged with possessing and intending to distribute marijuana, a criminal activity will not be toler- as a convicted felon. obstructing a law enforcement Schedule III drug and two Schedated in Gwinnett County because Tonquiron Brothern, 20, is officer. ule IV drugs. She’s also charged we strongly value the safety and charged with possessing and Clarence Hart, 57, faces two quality of life of our citizens,” intending to distribute cocaine, charges of possessing and intend- with possessing a firearm during the commission of a felony.

Ayers said. marijuana and a Schedule IV ing to distribute marijuana.

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Protesters hold up signs that spell out “resign” on Tuesday as they protest Gwinnett County Commissioner Tommy Hunter’s continued presence on the Board of Commissioners. (Staff Photo: Curt Yeomans)

they got up for nearly an recited quotes from Lewis. hour and a half to speak out One District III resident read against his comments. Some a poem that she had written, called “Hunter Must Go.” There was just one catch: Hunter wasn’t there to hear any of it. He got up and walked out of the meeting just as public comment began.

“Where is the commissioner? Where is the commissioner?” the crowd shouted.

Nash told attendees that he had left and wouldn’t be returning.

Members of the audience

later shouted out “coward” periodically whenever his absence was brought up throughout the the rest of public comment.

Afterward, Nash told reporters he had a business appointment. She declined to speculate as to whether the repeated calls for Hunter’s resignation at past meetings was also a factor.

It wasn’t the first time Hunter had walked away from his critics. A week earlier, he and his spokesman, Seth Weathers, walked out of a Gwinnett NAACP meeting as it descended into arguments between members and the group’s president over whether he should be allowed to address the civil rights organization.

In his absence on Tuesday, the protesters aimed their criticisms at the other district commissioners and Nash, accusing them of being OK with Hunter’s comments about Lewis.

“I really am ashamed to say that I’m ashamed for my county and I’m ashamed for my commissioners, all of you, every one of you,” Andrea Pope Stephenson

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said. “If it was me up there, I would feel very badly for what he said, I would not support what he said and I would ask him to resign.”

Nash has sent a letter of apology to Lewis, and other commissioners have distanced themselves from Hunter’s remarks in interviews and statements to the media. Nash also said during her State of the County Address last week that not respecting all Gwinnettians is “neither acceptable nor smart.”

One speaker accused Hunter of being “as unrepentant as Lester Maddox was hanging up his pickaxe handle.” It was a reference to the 1960s segregationera Georgia governor who was known for an incident in which he and supporters used axe handle to turn away black protesters at his restaurant in Atlanta.

Other residents implored the commissioners to do something to stop the Hunter issue — which has now been going on for more than a month — from continuing any longer. Hunter has so far resisted all calls for his resignation.

“If you guys allow this fiasco to continue to live, then you become the godparents of that child,” Art Smith said. “Can’t you all see — can’t any of you all see how detrimental this is to you, your families and the people of Gwinnett County that you were elected to serve.

Do you care? If you care, do something.”

Nash said residents should not take the commissioners’ lack of a response at the meetings as a sign that they don’t care about how residents feel on the issue.

“While we may not respond, we’re listening and we’re certainly affected by the comments that people make,” Nash said. “This is just not the right forum in which to deal with some of those questions.”

She later said commissioners can’t publicly pressure Hunter to resign now that the ethics complaint and hearing process has been triggered and that will ultimately require the commissioners to make a decision on their colleague’s fate.

“I can’t take any kind of position on this,” she said.

“You need to understand that the ethics complaint has been filed. If you look at the ordinance, any recommendation from the ethics panel will be heard as a recommendation to the Board of Commissioners.

“In effect, we will be sitting as a semi-judicial panel to review those findings and recommendations. We can’t step in front of the process and not skew the outcome of it.”

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world Swedish capital rocked by riots Riots broke out in a predominantly immigrant neighborhood of Stockholm Monday night, as residents clashed with police officers and set vehicles on fire, Swedish police say.

Officers were forced to call in reinforcements when a crowd began to gather in the neighborhood of Rinkeby during the arrest of a suspect, according to a Stockholm police statement.

The spate of violence comes just days after U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that immigrants in Sweden were to blame for an increase in crime across the country.

Several people threw stones at police Monday night, striking one officer in the arm. As the situation escalated, police fired warning shots to disperse the crowd and one shot at a rioter, a police spokesperson told CNN’s Ivan Watson.

More riots erupted later in the evening, causing damage to shopfronts as well as instances of looting.

A police spokesperson said 10 cars had been torched.

Kim Jong Nam’s body shows no puncture wounds Kim Jong Nam didn’t have a heart attack, and the medics who conducted his autopsy found no obvious puncture marks or wounds, a top Malaysian health official said Tuesday, compounding the mystery over the North Korean’s death.

Dr. Noor Hisham Abdullah, the director-general of Malaysia’s Ministry of Health, addressed a packed room of journalists at the morgue where Kim’s body is being held, saying that the cause of death won’t be released until lab tests from the autopsy are completed.

No next of kin has come forward to claim the body, he said.

Authorities in South Korea believe that Kim, the older, estranged half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, was poisoned before he died Feb. 13. His death is being investigated as murder.

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world&nation WH outlines crackdown on illegals

By Tal Kopan CNN

The Department of Homeland Security Tuesday laid out the Trump administration’s plans for aggressive enforcement of immigration laws, including a potentially massive expansion of the number of people detained and deported.

But the Trump administration also emphasizes that it is leaving intact the DACA program — President Barack Obama’s protections for so-called DREAMers — even if the new rules chip away at protections for undocumented migrants overall.

DHS officials told reporters Tuesday that while the guidance memos expand the federal government’s ability to empower state and local law enforcement agencies to perform the functions of immigration officers, no National Guard troops will be deployed to round up immigrants in the U.S. Nevertheless, the memos will likely continue to provoke fear in immigrant communities of a vast expansion of the government’s use of its immigration enforcement powers to potentially deport undocumented immigrants who have lived in their communities for years and may have family members who are legal residents or citizens.

DHS officials say the

Foreign nationals were arrested the week of Feb. 6 during a targeted enforcement operation conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement aimed at immigration fugitives, re-entrants and at-large criminal aliens. On Tuesday, the Department of Homeland Security laid out the Trump administration’s plans for aggressive enforcement of immigration laws, including a potentially massive expansion of the number of people detained and deported. (Photo: Charles Reed/U.S. Immigration and Customs)

policies mostly enforce existing law and won’t lead to an immediate massive round-ups of undocumented immigrants.

“We’re not going to start changing this today, it’s not going to start happening tomorrow,” the official said of an expansion of who is eligible for expedited deportation. “You will not see folks rounded up or anything of the sort.”

The memos, which were obtained and reported on

by CNN over the weekend, serve to expand upon the orders, which are unrelated to the controversial travel

ban currently tied up in the courts and being rewritten by the White House.

The guidance explains how the administration plans to put in place the goals dictated in Trump’s executive orders, including vastly increasing the resources to Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Customs and Border Protection, building a wall along the southern border and taking a hard-line position on undocumented immigrants.

DHS officials repeatedly tried to emphasize that the policies are not an expansion of existing law.

“We’re just simply trying to execute what Congress and the president have asked us to do,” an official said. “We’re going to do so professionally (and) humanely.”

Language was included explicitly saying Obama’s executive orders protecting young undocumented immigrants brought to the U.S. as children and undocumented parents of U.S. citizens would be an exception to a mandate that “the Department no longer will exempt classes or categories of removable aliens from potential enforcement.”

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estimates slightly.

The surprising news was that Wal-Mart’s e-commerce Bao Bao begins revenue in the United States rose 29 percent from a year journey to China ago. That compares with a The Smithsonian’s Na22 percent increase in total tional Zoo’s beloved panda, sales at Amazon.

Bao Bao, 3 1/2, began her Wal-Mart didn’t say how move to Chengdu, China, much money it generated Tuesday, and to many in from its digital business, Washington she is indeed and Wal-Mart is still smaller irreplaceable.

The Smithsonian’s National Zoo’s panda Bao Bao, 3, left than Amazon online. But the Panda Mei Xiang gave pride of Bentonville, Ark., is the zoo Tuesday for a flight to Chengdu, China. (CNN) birth to Bao Bao on Aug. catching up fast.

Transportation Security 23, 2013, in what turned after a tour of the National In prepared remarks, out to be a successful birth Museum of African Ameri- Administration security CEO Doug McMillon checkpoint at the airport following the death of her can History and Culture, said that Wal-Mart was the around 6 a.m. Monday, the 6-day-old panda cub one hours after Hillary Clinton second-largest online retailer Port Authority of New York in America by sales and year earlier. After an online tweeted that “everyone and New Jersey said. vote, the 100-day old cub must speak out, starting w/ that the Wal-Mart mobile The TSA alerted the Port was named “Bao Bao,” @POTUS,” using Trump’s app is among the three most which translates as “preofficial White House Twitter Authority about the lapse popular retail apps. roughly two hours later, cious” or “treasure.” Visitors handle. according to Joe Pentangelo, Tesla’s market flocked to the National Zoo “This tour was a meansenior police public informain northwest Washington ingful reminder of why value closes tion officer at the Port Auto get a glimpse of the cub we have to fight bigotry, 4 Americans die when she made her public intolerance and hatred in all thority. By that time, though, in on Ford’s authorities could not find the debut in January 2014. of its very ugly forms. The when plane hits Tesla’s market value is 11 people as the “travelers Alhough Bao Bao is leav- anti-Semitic threats targetpoised to overtake that of in question boarded various ing, the National Zoo still ing our Jewish community Australian mall flights,” Pentangelo said in a 114-year-old Ford. features her brother, Bei Bei, and community centers are A small chartered plane Tesla, which reports fullage 1, and panda parents, horrible and are painful and statement. with five people aboard year earnings today, was Port Authority police Mei Xiang and Tian Tian. a very sad reminder of the crashed into a mall shortly worth $43.8 billion TuesBao Bao was always work that still must be done identified three of the pasafter takeoff Tuesday morn- destined to return to her day morning, while Ford sengers who went through to root out hate and prejuing from Melbourne’s Esclocked in at $49.5 billion. the unattended TSA Preancestral home due to a dice and evil,” Trump said. sendon Airport, Australian The electric automaker Check security checkpoint longstanding agreement Trump also told MSpolice said. through video and sought to needs to gain only another between China and the U.S. NBC in an interview at the All five people on board The National Zoo has been museum that “anti-Semitism identify the remaining eight. 13 percent to catch Ford at were killed in the crash, its current valuation.

Meanwhile, the TSA preparing for her departure is horrible, and it’s going to police said. The four passen- since the day she was born. stop and it has to stop.”

Certainly Tesla, which called the incident a “posgers were from the United sible security incident” and is much smaller than Ford, The JCC Association of States, and the pilot was said it had affected just three is growing much faster.

Trump: Incidents North America reported Australian.

Tesla’s value has climbed Monday that 54 Jewish com- passengers.

Texan Greg Reynolds De of anti-Semitism 27 percent since the start of munity centers have faced 69 Haven, 70, was among the ‘horrible,’ ‘painful’ threats since January.

Wal-Mart growth this year, while Ford’s has passengers killed. He was increased 4 percent. outpaces Amazon Ford was worth twice as President Donald Trump Security breach on a golf outing with friends during his three-week trip to said Tuesday that the recent in fourth quarter much as Tesla as recently reported at JFK Australia, his sister Denelle spate of threats targeting as a year ago, and less than A security incident Wal-Mart’s online sales the Jewish community Wicht told CNN. four years ago it was worth He was in Australia with in the U.S. are “horrible” Monday at New York’s John grew at a faster pace in the 10 times as much. Telsa is his wife, who wasn’t on the and “painful” as he faced F. Kennedy International fourth quarter than Amaalready worth more than plane, Wicht said.

Airport set off different exzon’s. a growing chorus of calls twice as much as Fiat Authorities have not Wal-Mart reported its from Democrats and Jewish planations from federal and Chrysler, the U.S.-Italian publicly identified the pilot latest results Tuesday: leaders urging him to speak local authorities. automaker formed after or the other passengers.

Eleven people went Earnings topped forecasts, out.

Chrysler’s 2009 bankruptcy.

— From wire reports while overall sales missed Trump made the remarks through an unattended — From wire reports

people Former teen idol Cassidy says he has dementia Singer and actor David Cassidy, 66, says he is battling dementia.

The former teenage heartthrob told People magazine that dementia runs in his family, affecting both his grandfather and his mother.

“I was in denial, but a part of me always knew this was coming,” he said to People, regarding the disease.

Cassidy said he would step back from touring.

“I want to focus on what I am, who I am and how I’ve been without any distractions. I want to love. I want to enjoy life,” he said.

Over the past weekend, Cassidy had been performing in Agoura Hills, Calif., and struggled to remember lyrics to his songs.

Cassidy came to fame with his role as Keith Partridge in the hit 1970s TV show “The Partridge Family,” playing the eldest of five children. He began touring the world singing his hit songs such as “I Think I Love You,” filling concert halls with screaming teenage girls. At the time, his fan club was bigger than Elvis and The Beatles.

He continued to perform for nearly half a century.

Blue Ivy channels Beyoncé at NBA All-Star Game Beyoncé and Jay Z’s 5-year-old daughter, Blue Ivy Carter appears to be transforming into her mother’s mini-me.

The child sat courtside with her superstar parents at the NBA All-Star game Sunday and stole the spotlight.

From her style to her mannerisms, Blue Ivy had Beyoncé fans doing a double take.

In a recent Instagram picture posted by Beyoncé, Blue rocked her mom’s style in a matching denim coat that appropriately read “slay.” Miss Carter has an enviable wardrobe and a busy social schedule. In the past year, she has attended the Grammys, CFDA Awards and MTV Video Music Awards.

Bey posted another pic of Blue Ivy sporting a red lip, just like she did for her 2013 L’Oreal Paris ad. Beyoncé is reportedly launching a Blue Ivy line of children’s fashion and beauty products.

Trump’s Ferrari heads to auction

A Ferrari formerly owned

by President Trump is hitting the auction block next month.

It’s expected to fetch $250,000 to $350,000 at Auctions America’s Fort Lauderdale event on April 1.

The supercar — a 2007 Ferrari F430 F1 Coupe — was purchased new by Trump in 2007.

“It’s well known that President Trump appreciates the finer things in life, and this Ferrari F430 is no exception. At the time of its release, it was one of the most technologically advanced performance cars on the market,” Auctions America wrote in a description of the vehicle.

— From wire reports

UPS considers using drones to let drivers tag team deliveries

By Matt McFarland

for a driver’s entire shift, allowing UPS to deliver packages more efficiently and save on fuel.

UPS drivers could one day have loads a package into the drone’s The gains would be especially drones as their wingmen to make cargo bin. Then a section of the significant in rural areas, where deliveries even faster. truck’s roof slides backward so deliveries are more spread out. If The delivery giant tested drone that the drone can take off. every UPS driver had to cover 1 delivery Monday in Florida, offerAfter the drone lifts off, the fewer miles per day, the company ing a reminder of UPS’ interest in human drives away to deliver a said it would save up to $50 milusing new technologies to improve separate package. Then the drone lion per year. deliveries. and truck rendezvous at another Between flights, the drone UPS used a new electric delivlocation, where the drone is loaded would recharge its battery while ery truck with a drone launchpad with a fresh package. If impledocked in the UPS truck. The atop it. Inside the truck, a driver mented, that cycle could continue drone UPS tested was capable CNN

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of carrying packages up to 10 pounds. The drone is big enough to fit in the trunk of a sedan.

There are no guarantees UPS will ever deliver an actual package with a drone. John Dodero, UPS’ vice president of industrial engineering, told CNNTech it depends on whether automated drones could deliver safely. So far, that’s an open question.

The technology behind drone delivery is still nascent and needs perfecting. There are also regula-

tory holdups. It’s not legal to run a fully automated drone delivery service in the United States. UPS currently has one of its executives on the FAA’s drone advisory council, an indication of its interest in drones. Experts expect that the government will eventually allow fully automated drone delivery.

There are concerns that robotics and automation will eliminate many jobs in the years ahead, but Dodero said job security wouldn’t be an issue for its drivers.

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Girl Scouts to sell cookies at Mall of Ga., Sugarloaf Mills Booths offering treats to be open daily through March 13 variety of Girl Scout cookies for $4 a box, including Do-si-dos, Trefoils, Samoas, Savannah Smiles, Tagalongs It’s not too late to buy and Thin Mints. Toffeetastic your favorite box — or Gluten Free cookies and five boxes — of Girl Scout Girl Scout S’more Cookies cookies, Gwinnett. are also available for $6 a The cookies are once box. again on sale onsite at Mall Local Girl Scout troops of Georgia and Sugarloaf will run booths at Mall of Mills until March 13.

Georgia and Sugarloaf Mills Shoppers at both locations from 4-7 p.m. Mondays are welcome to pick up a through Fridays, from 10

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a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays and from noon to 6 p.m. Sundays.

Sugarloaf Mills’ Girl Scout cookie booth will be situated at the entrance across from Shoney’s. At the Mall of Georgia, hungry shoppers can find the cookies on the lower level near JCPenney.

For more information, visit girlscoutsatl.org or gshg.org.

Girl Scout cookies are for sale onsite at Mall of Georgia and Sugarloaf Mills until March 13. (Special Photo)

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Trump and the media still going at it The traditional media have decided not to take President Trump’s insults lying down. After what may be the strongest — and to his supporters — most thrilling takedown of journalists by any president, Editor and Publisher magazine featured this headline: “Newspapers Aim to Ride ‘Trump Bump’ to Reach Readers, Advertisers.”

They may hate him, but they’re going to use him: “The Trump administration’s combative view of traditional news media as the ‘opposition party,’ and ‘fake news’ is turning out to be the best hope in 2017 for newspapers Cal struggling Thomas to attract more digital readers and advertisers. The New York Times, the Financial Times, The Wall Street Journal and Gannett Co. are building on the online readership they gained during the 2016 presidential election by marketing unbiased reporting as a sales strategy.”

I laughed at that last line. Unbiased reporting as a sales strategy? It is because some Americans believe the reporting they consume is anything but unbiased that their trust in media is at a historical low. Americans still trust Congress less, but media are in there fiercely racing lawmakers to rock bottom. If this were a limbo dance, the media trustworthy bar would be so low only an ant could get under it.

When CNN’s Jim Acosta addressed the president at last Thursday’s raucous news conference, he accused Trump of damaging the First Amendment by his frequent questioning of the media’s fairness. It is actually the other way around. Most reporters live in a bubble. They spend time with colleagues who share similar secularprogressive views and believe government is best when it is led by liberal Democrats, no matter how many times they fail the people they are supposed to represent.

This is the filter through which all ideas are measured and all questions constructed. Some reporters believe they have an obligation to hold leaders accountable, and they are right to a point, but they don’t appear to believe anyone should hold them accountable. They think they can say anything and accuse even a president of everything. And when they’re wrong, they hardly ever apologize, unless their lie is so blatant that their bosses force the issue. I can’t remember the last time any journalist apologized to any president for getting facts wrong.

Don’t look for that to happen with this president either. The major media seem hungry to destroy him.

President Trump is an unconventional president dealing with conventional media. They don’t get it. He does. Trump voters hate an establishment that has done far more for itself than it has for the country. They detest a media that trashes their traditional values, faith and beliefs. Trump is their revenge and they are thrilled to watch the media get what they believe journalists have coming.

Few people would deny the right or even the obligation of journalists to be skeptical, but, in too many instances, skepticism has become cynicism. Just think of how the media characterizes all things conservative.

Think of it this way: You own a restaurant and customers are telling you they don’t like the food, your prices are too high, your restrooms are dirty and the wait staff is surly. You have two choices: address the complaints or tell your soon-to-be former customers to take their business elsewhere.

The media are like the second choice, and as ratings and subscriptions sadly show, people are walking their business out the door. I seriously doubt the newspaper campaign will attract new customers. Virtuous people and noble professions usually don’t have to convince others of their virtue and nobility. It is obvious. With much of the media represented at White House press conferences, virtue and nobility are in short supply.

Readers may email Cal Thomas at tcaeditors@tribpub.com.

A humble example worth following When a reporter returned from following Jason Winter during a recent Saturday, she was moved by the humble nature of the Buford man.

Winter, who operates a mobile shower unit called Hope Thru Soap, spends many of his weekends traveling to areas in Atlanta where homeless people can take advantage of his portable showers.

The story, which was featured on the cover of Sunday’s Community section, also struck a chord with our readers, and it has been very popular on social media, garnering a large number for shares and comments. People are drawn to Winter’s kindness and his dedication to helping his fellow man.

A sampling of the comments about the story: — I love this idea. Thinking

about themselves, which is laudable. But telling stories like Winter’s provides inspiration to others who want to help whether it be by deeds big or small.

Winter’s effort is definitely a big operation. He purchased the mobile shower unit from a Todd Cline company that supplies equipEditor ment for disaster relief efforts and uses a lot of his own outside the norm to fill a need. money in addition to donations — We need more people in he receives (you can make a the world like this willing to donation by going to www. help others youcaring.com/hope-thru— Love the name, hope thru soap664150). soap. Hope is a wonderful gift.

In addition to monetary — What a good human be- donations, Hope Thru Soap is ing. God is good. in need of towels, toiletries and People like Winter don’t feminine products that for the perform these services for homeless people to use with praise. In fact, they often shy the showers. Winter said his away from it and are even goal is to lift people’s spirits, embarrassed by the attention. and Larry Simpson, a 57-yearThey don’t want to make it old homeless man, said Winter

is succeeding. “… It’s people like Jason who make a difference in everyone’s life out there.”

Ever the humble hero, Winter deflects the praise and says this pursuit is just an example of what we should all strive to do.

“If we could all make someone’s day better than the day before, our world would be a better place,” Winter said.

The great thing about Winter’s statement is you can accomplish that goal without buying a portable shower unit, or making a large donation to charity. The little things count as well, which is a good thing to remember this week and beyond.

Email Todd Cline at todd. cline@gwinnettdailypost. com. His column appears on Wednesdays.

Time to join in and Back the Badge Protect and Serve — Georgia’s law enforcement officers uphold this noble call to action every day when they leave the comfort of their homes and families. Honorable men and women of the badge — all across our state — willingly put themselves in harm’s way to protect their fellow citizens.

While most Georgians realize the important societal role officers play, I am increasingly concerned that the tremendous sacrifices these heroes make are not fully appreciated.

Think about your last interaction with a deputy or police officer — for most, it was probably not a pleasant experience. It likely stemmed from a simple traffic violation or car accident.

I often hear citizens complaining about overbearing officers issuing tickets — especially from those who rolled through a

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lives in the line of duty. Ten Georgians with bright futures cut short. Ten families are grieving the loss of their loved ones.

These lives were cut short — for you and me.

There is simply no greater sacrifice than giving your life to protect your fellow citizens.

Georgia’s law enforcement officers are the best in the naCasey tion, and we must do more to Cagle compensate them for their courageous actions. This is why, as stop sign or were speeding on your lieutenant governor, I am their way to work. Such an actively working with Public inconvenience, despite often Safety Chairman Tyler Harper being our fault, is seen as an an- and Sen. Greg Kirk to enact legnoyance and unfortunately leads islative reforms that will “Back us to devalue the incredible the Badge.” sacrifices made by these selfless Through these measures, individuals. we will send an unmistakably This has been a tough year clear message: Georgia’s law for Georgia’s law enforcement enforcement deserves nothing community. Since February but the best. We must enforce 2016, 10 officers have lost their harsher penalties upon those

who inflict harm on our officers, and ensure the families of our fallen heroes are taken care of when tragedy strikes. We also must join with our local elected officials and ensure every local officer in Georgia receives the compensation and support they need to keep doing their job.

I am determined to make these efforts a reality. Join with me in doing your part to “Back the Badge.” Thank our officers, and let them know that their service is appreciated. Do your part to encourage others to honor our men and women in uniform who keep our communities safe. We are forever indebted to these selfless service-members, and I will always “Back the Badge.”

Casey Cagle was first elected as Georgia’s lieutenant governor in 2006 and is a former state senator.

First, the Affordable Care Act is the same as Obamacare.

The majority of people in the U.S. now favor the ACA. Second, before the ACA, about one out of six people were without health insurance.

Today about nine out of 10 are insured because of the ACA. Third, it is misleading for Rep. Woodall to point out two examples in which the ACA did not benefit families when there are countless examples to the contrary.

Many individuals have told their story how they would have died of a disease or illness without the ACA. Yes, the ACA has flaws and some families cannot afford the premiums and/or deductibles. For the past eight years, Republicans in Congress refused to offer any positive solutions to

these flaws, but instead voted 60 times to repeal the ACA. Fourth, Rep. Woodall fails to tell you his alternatives to the ACA all have serious problems such as eliminating the provision for pre-existing conditions, the lifetime medical cost cap, and permitting children to remain on their parents’ policy until age 26.

He says these options may lower premiums for health insurance polices, but they will offer much less protection against the medical costs of major illnesses and accidents.

Please convene a town hall meeting, Rep. Woodall, and let families tell their stories why the ACA should not be repealed.

— Torin Togut Lawrenceville

to the editor

Give President Trump a chance

aimed at him or his family.

Donald Trump loves this country and wants to improve There is a saying, “Do what the American way of life. If he you say you will do.” Our gets off track, we the people president made certain camwill respond at the ballot box. paign promises that drew the How about for now, we give support of enough citizens to the man a chance? be elected. He is working hard Remember, he doesn’t reto keep his promises to his sup- ally need the job. porters. What is the big deal?

— D.W. Pyles President Trump has Loganville pledged to work for better health care for all, enforce current illegal immigration laws, work to cut taxes on personal income, rebuild our depleted military security and work to provide better communities in the inner city areas among other things. Which of U.S. Rep. Rob Woodall’s these things pose a threat to opinion (“A better way than America?

The man cannot get through Obamacare,” Feb. 19, 8A) only tells part of the story. a day without personal abuse

Rep. Woodall’s op/ed only tells part of the story of Obamacare

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Carters share memories of Camp David Accords

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BY BRAD MCEWEN

If I had had four more years as president, I don’t have any doubt that I could have forced the Israelis and Egyptians to carry out their commitments to the Palestinian people. My successor, Ronald Reagan, didn’t have much interest in the Middle East proposition.”

Special to the Daily Post

PLAINS — Sometimes pictures are worth even more than a thousand words. Sometimes they can even end wars.

Such was the case nearly 40 years ago when thenU.S. President Jimmy Carter salvaged a tenuous discourse between two world powers and brokered a lasting peace between Israel and Egypt during the Camp David Accords.

During Monday’s special Presidents Day presentation at the Jimmy Carter National Historic Site, the president, and his wife, former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, confided that for most of the 13 days of secret Camp David negotiations, relations between Israeli Prime Minister Manachem Begin and Egyptian President Anwar Sadat had been fraught with tension, until a simple human gesture turned the tide.

The former president explained that after he finally got the two world leaders to join him at the Camp David resort outside of Washington, D.C., not only was neither side able to make the necessary concessions to bring about a peaceful resolve to the conflict the two countries had been embroiled in for thousands of years, but the two leaders were on the brink of blows.

“They despised each other, and they blamed each other for all the deaths that had been perpetrated in the wars and that sort of thing,” Carter explained. “They went back in history, all the way to biblical times, to Abraham and so forth, and so I had a hard time getting them to agree on anything.

“I had them come to my cabin at Camp David (for) three days and they never could agree on anything.

They just got into almost

— Former President Jimmy Carter

Former President and First Lady Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter share memories from the famed Camp David Accords at a special Presidents Day address at the Jimmy Carter National Historic Site in Plains on Monday. (Staff Photo: Brad McEwen)

fist fights and so I finally decided, ‘I don’t want you to ever see each other again.’

“So the last 10 days of Camp David, after that first three days, Begin stayed at his cabin, Sadat stayed at his cabin, except when they went to get food, and I went back and forth between the two of them. So when Begin was sleeping, I was meeting with Sadat; while Sadat was sleeping, I would meet with Begin, and I didn’t get very much sleep for the last 10 days.”

Although he had worked out a method of being a conduit without the two having to face each other, Carter said it was extremely difficult to get anything accomplished. In fact, things were so bad with Begin refusing to compromise any points that Carter said Sadat, with whom the president had built a strong personal relationship, decided to leave the summit abruptly, putting a strain on their relationship.

“I was getting kind of fed up with the reluctance

of Begin to agree, and one of Begin’s top assistants went and talked to Sadat and he told Sadat that Begin was not going to make any more concessions,” Carter recalled. “So Sadat packed up his bags, ordered the helicopter and he started to leave Camp David.

“I knelt down and prayed for a while, and I went up and talked to Sadat and he and I had a real serious confrontation and I told him that if he left Camp David he was breaking his promise to me and it would be the end of my good relationship with him and between the United States and Egypt.

So Sadat eventually backed down and agreed to stay a few more days. So that was one of the crises we had then.”

While Carter had been able to convince his friend to stay, he was still unable to persuade Begin, who felt making any concessions to Egypt violated his relationship with God. Carter said at that point the negotiations looked lost.

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“When we got down to the last day or so, it was obvious to me that Begin would not agree because he was concerned about what would happen with Jerusalem, but he also had taken an oath before God that he would never dismantle an Israeli settlement,” Carter explained. “There was a very large settlement of Israelis on Egyptian territory.

Begin swore that he would never dismantle that, and Sadat had said that Israel had to withdraw from all of Egypt’s territory.

“So, that was the deadline then, and Begin was going to leave without success.”

With negotiations at a deadlock, the leaders prepared to leave. It was then that a seemingly small gesture allowed peace to prevail.

“We had a photograph made of me and Begin and Sadat together, and Begin asked me if I would autograph photographs for his eight grandchildren,” said Carter. “So my secretary, without my knowing, called Israel and found out the names of every one of Begin’s grandchildren.

“Instead of just saying, ‘Best wishes, Jimmy Carter,’ I put ‘with love and best wishes to …’ and I put down the names of every one of his grandchildren.

“I took it over and gave it to Begin, and he was very angry with me at that time because he thought

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we had failed to carry out what Israel wanted. When I went in, I handed him the photographs that I had autographed, personalized, for every grandchild. He turned around to walk away and he began to read what I had written and he got tears in his eyes, and so did I. As a matter of fact, and he said, ‘Why don’t we try one more time?’”

Rosalynn Carter confirmed the president’s story and said she believed the signed pictures led to the three men being able to sit down and hammer out a final treaty between the two countries.

“I think with Prime Minister Begin, in the end, getting emotional over the photographs, I think he was thinking about his children living in peace, his grandchildren living in peace,” she said. “I think that had a big influence on him that made him agree.”

During that final session the president laid out a plan in which he would discuss the dismantling of that Israeli settlement with the Israeli Parliament, allowing Begin to stay out of the matter and not violate his oath to God. Not only did Begin agree to Carter’s suggestion, the final meeting not only led to a peace between Israel and Egypt, but between the two leaders who just a few days earlier looked as though they would be settling matters with their fists.

“After we agreed, somebody told me that Begin had visited Sadat’s cabin and I was very worried about that because I was afraid they’d get into another punching match,” the president remembered. “But when I went over there, they were hugging each other.

“After that, we went to the White House where Rosa was waiting for us, and we had a special joint session of the Parliament and the United States Congress that Monday night. I introduced them, and I quoted from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount: ‘Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called the children of God,’ and I referred to both of them who were sitting up in a balcony. Everybody stood up and applauded for them.

“Camp David was a glorious achievement because both Begin and Sadat agreed that Israel and Egypt not have any more wars with each other. And that was the first time, Sadat said, in more than 2,500 years that the Jews and the Egyptians had not been at

war with each other. And not a single word of that peace treaty has ever been violated.”

Indeed, Carter pointed out that not only did the peace treaty bring an end to thousands of years of conflict between the two nations and remain in affect during the remaining time Sadat and Begin led their respective countries, that peace has endured to this day. Carter said he believes it will endure for years to come.

“That peace treaty is good for both countries, so they maintain it,” Carter said. “I think that’s an assured fact. I don’t believe anything in the future can cause Israel and Egypt to go back to war with each other.

“So that’s the main thing we accomplished at Camp David.”

As successful as the Camp David Accords were, however, Carter did share his disappointment over the fact that meeting did not bring closure to the issues between Israel and Palestine, which continue to plague the Middle East today.

“Since then Israel has backed down from the promises to take care of the needs and the human rights of the Palestinians,” Carter said. “And they’ve been taking over Palestinian territory ever since Camp David and building many, many Israeli settlements on land that really belongs to the Palestinians. That’s the problem now. We still have that to address.”

After finishing their remarks, the former president and first lady also took questions from students from Georgia Southwestern State University and from Columbus State College.

When answering one of those questions, Carter shared what he said he thinks could have resolved issues with Palestine.

“If I had one more thing to do that would preserve peace forever, I would have been re-elected to a second term,” he said. “I’m not exaggerating. If I had had four more years as president, I don’t have any doubt that I could have forced the Israelis and Egyptians to carry out their commitments to the Palestinian people. My successor, Ronald Reagan, didn’t have much interest in the Middle East proposition.

“If I had been re-elected, you know, I don’t have any doubt we’d have permanent peace in the Middle East, including peace between Israel and the Palestinians.”

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Gwinnett County leaders will host the first of six public meetings next week to help whittle down the county’s list of top transportation projects.

Commissioners heard a presentation from county Transportation Director Alan Chapman and Kimley-Horn consultant Cristina Pastore about the status of Gwinnett’s Comprehensive Transportation Plan on Tuesday.

At this point, the list of potential projects has not been constrained by priority or cost. That means projects ranging from capacity improvements along the Interstate 85 to extending Sugarloaf Parkway from its terminus at Ga. Highway 316 near Dacula westward to Peachtree Industrial Boulevard are on the list.

“We’re really focusing on constraining at this time,” Pastore said.

The first public meeting where public input on constraining the project list will be held on Monday at Lilburn City Hall. The second meeting will be held a few days later, on March 2, at Snellville City Hall. The third meeting will follow quickly behind, on March 6, at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center.

Each of the first three meetings will last from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

After a 10-day break, the meetings will continue

Gwinnett County Transportation Director Alan Chapman gives the introduction to a presentation on the county’s ongoing Comprehensive Transportation Plan update during a briefing with county commissioners on Tuesday.

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in the attic over the garage and fire breaking through A teenager got her fam- the roof peak directly ily to safety when a fire above,” Rutledge said. ignited in their Lilburn “The fire extended to the main attic area via the wall home Monday morning. and chimney chase before The teen was in an upstairs bedroom next to the being brought completely under control.” garage when she smelled Firefighters had the fire smoke, said Gwinnett under control by 4:21 a.m. firefighter Capt. Tommy Rutledge said the first and Rutledge. Once the teen got her parents, sibling and second floor of the house three cats out of the house, saw “extensive smoke and water damage.” The they could see heavy damage meant the family smoke pouring out from couldn’t stay in the house. the garage.

The family called Gwin- They declined assistance on March 16, from 5:30 to ings and surveys. Other the upcoming comprehenfrom the American Red 7:30 p.m. at Dacula Park. key transportation issues, sive transit plan came out of nett County firefighters, Cross, but were planning to who got to the house on the next meeting will be including connectivity and the broader transportation held from 10 a.m. to noon transit service, followed plan update as a recommen- Blackspruce Court at about stay with a nearby relative.

Rutledge said the cause 3:55 a.m. on March 18 at the Shorty behind among the top pridation based on responses of the fire is still under “Initial crews encounHowell Park Activity Build- orities that residents have. from residents. tered heavy flames burning investigation. ing. The final meeting will The overall transportaChapman told commisthen be held from 5:30 tion plan has five goals for sioners he expected to bring to 7:30 p.m. March 20 at the future of transportation a contract for a company to George Pierce Park. in Gwinnett, including: conduct the transit study to “This is not a financially • Improved connectivity. the board in either March constrained plan so the • Using the transportation or April. The results of the projects we are bringing to system to improve Gwintransit plan will be used the public are not necessar- nett’s economic vitality and in a campaign for a transit ily all going to make it into quality of life. referendum that commisthe final list of transporta• Make all modes of trav- sion Chairwoman Charlotte tion recommendations,” el safer and more mobile for Nash announced last would Pastore said. “So it’s really all Gwinnettians. be held at some point. important that we get the • Be proactive in embrac“There are transit needs community out, that they ing transportation opportu- all across this county,” Pascan give us their feedback nities that arise in the future. tore said. “The CTP process on any specific projects • Make sure Gwinnett is truly comprehensive and they really feel strongly leaders remain “responsible focuses on all modes, but Gwinnett County firefighters respond to a house fire in about, either positively or stewards” of the county’s there is such a conversation Lilburn Monday morning. (Photo: Gwinnett County Denot.” transportation resources. and important focus on tran- partment of Fire and Emergency Services) Pastore said vehicular Transit will be addressed sit that we felt we couldn’t traffic was the top priority in a separate comprehenadequately do it justice (in for people who participated sive plan that officials are the Comprehensive Transin the plan update’s first expected to undertake soon. portation Plan).” round of public meetPastore and Chapman said

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This photo of Lake Lanier’s banks from October shows how far water levels had dropped by that point because of the ongoing drought. Despite a recent report that favored Georgia in the longstanding water war, the Lake Lanier Association said on Monday that the lake continues to face multiple threats. (File Photo)

however. The new threat comes from an announcement by U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson, D-Fla., that he plans to file legislation that would force the Army Corps of Engineers to release more freshwater down the Chattahoochee, from Lake Lanier among other places, to Apalachicola Bay in Florida.

“The oystermen whose livelihood depends on having enough freshwater in the bay are relying on us to get this fixed,” Nelson said in a statement on Feb. 15.

Lake Lanier Association officials said Nelson’s plan wouldn’t work for the Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint watershed though. The group said the senator’s plan would include basing a new Water control Manual on the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration’s study on freshwater flows, requiring peer review by the National Academy of Sciences and approval from multiple federal agencies.

The association is calling on Georgia’s representatives in the U.S. House and Senate to fight the bill, citing previous successful efforts to defeat similar legislation from members of Alabama’s congressional delegation.

“Needless to say, Nelson’s goal ignores the purposes for which the ACF facilities were built and seeks to restore natural flows in what is now a very unnatural system with unproven impact on the problems that Florida claims,” the association said in its statement.

“In view of the pressures that already exist on Lake

Lanier, Nelson’s bill requires a significant response by Georgia, not only in defense of Lake Lanier and its importance to the Georgia economy but against what would be a precedent-setting action by Congress to take control of a watershed system away from the Corps of Engineers.”

Nelson isn’t the only person the association targeted in its statement though.

The group is also calling on the agriculture industry in Georgia to make changes in the way it uses water, particularly for irrigation purposes. Its leaders said in the association’s statement that more efficient irrigation practices need to be implemented so that the state’s water sources can be protected while farms are simultaneously sustained.

The association is also advocating raising Lake Lanier’s full pool level from 1,071 feet to 1,073 feet to protect it against future droughts. The lake is in a major drought, which has driven water levels about 10 feet below the full pool level despite recent rains.

“Lake Lanier and Georgia’s agricultural practices are inextricably connected,” the group said in its statement. “During droughts, irrigation usage requires increased discharges from Lake Lanier to meet the minimum required flows mandated by the Corps.

Should Florida be successful at increasing those minimum required flows, the impact on Lake Lanier will be even more severe.”

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Despite calling the U.S. Supreme Court special master’s water wars report that favored Georgia a “major step” for the state, the Lake Lanier Association warned that threats to the lake from the ongoing dispute still linger.

The association weighed in on last week’s special master’s report for the first time Monday. Georgia has been warring with Alabama and Florida for decades over rights to water in the Chattahoochee River, along with lakes, such as as Lanier, that feed it.

“Lake Lanier is under pressure from numerous directions, not the least of which is the threat that the next lawsuit or bill may result in a win for those who want to use Lanier for purposes for which it was never intended,” the Lake Lanier Association said in a statement. “It is a limited resource for growing demands.”

The warning stands in contrast to the cheers heard from state and local officials last week. Gov. Nathan Deal said state leaders were “encouraged” by the ruling because they felt it put Georgia closer to a permanent solution to the ongoing water war.

During her State of the County Address last Thursday, Gwinnett commission Chairwoman Charlotte Nash said the county’s efforts to clean and return as much of the water it takes from Lake Lanier as possible was part of the case Georgia officials made to Special Master Judge Ralph Lancaster Jr. “Few utilities in the world have taken the steps we have to ensure an abundant, clean water supply for our own community as well as for downstream neighbors,” Nash said. “We return more than 14.5 billion gallons of the water we use annually to Lake Lanier and the Chattahoochee River — and we send it back cleaner than we found it.”

Lake Lanier Association officials said there are still reasons to be concerned,

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Peachtree Ridge senior Louise Yu is headed to Vanderbilt on a golf scholarship next fall. (Photo: Kyle Hess)

Peachtree Ridge senior has seen her golf career skyrocket

By David Friedlander

SUWANEE — Ever since since was a freshman at Peachtree Ridge, Louise Yu has dreamed of being a star high school athlete, but it wasn’t necessarily in the sport she has become known for.

“I played varsity softball my freshman year,” the senior said. “I tried high school golf (that following spring), … just for fun. I ended up liking it because I saw potential in myself. I was improving really quickly, so I went,

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‘Hey, if I work harder, I can really (play well),.”

Yu has definitely done both over the three years since discovering her passion for competitive golf.

She has posted increasingly better and better results for the Lions over the past three high school seasons as well as steadily climbed state and national

rankings through her summer tournament schedule.

To be clear, golf isn’t as new to Yu as it may sound.

It’s just that her rise from someone who just played on the weekends for fun to one of the top junior golf rising stars in Georgia and the nation has been a rapid one.

“I took lessons when I was 5, but (golf) was just for fun until freshman year,” Yu said. “After the spring of the high school year, I started playing

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tournaments in summer. I really like the competition.

I like meeting new friends.

“My scores got better and better each year. So I was like, ‘I have a chance to make it to the collegiate level. So why not keep going?’ It’s been a gradual thing. Of course I’ve had seasons … on the top of my game, but I’ve also had seasons where I’ve been at my lowest point. But that’s golf.”

Perhaps not having to deal with the emotional

ups and downs competitive golf can produce for so many of Yu’s formative years may be a big factor in her rapid rise. At least, she seems to think so.

“I think I started at the right time,” Yu said.

“There are some people who started from when they were like, 4 years old, and they kind of burned out from it.”

Yu has shown no signs of burnout as the accolades have poured in for her in recent years.

She was named to the Daily Post’s All-County team the past two seasons, earned two All-Region 7-AAAAAA selections and was named the Georgia State Golf Association’s Junior Girls Player of the Year for 2016, based on the success of her summer tournament season, including winning the GSGA’s Women’s MatchPlay championship.

All those achievements

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Close-knit Wildcats advance Rams play spoiler role well Duluth boys and girls enjoying shared success

By Paul Thomas

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After they finished practice on Friday, Duluth head coach Cabral Huff and his staff drove to Newton to watch the girls team play its first-round state tournament game.

Girls head coach April Tate and her staff returned the favor on Saturday at Shiloh.

Both staffs — in their first year at the school — saw the Wildcats go on the road to win and advance.

The girls defeated secondseeded Newton 66-54 as a three-seed, and the boys took down Shiloh 67-57 as a three-seed as well.

The two programs had plenty of purple support in the stands for the first-round game.

“They’ve been behind both teams and I think that’s going to continue this week,” Huff said. “Especially when you have two

Duluth’s Jalen Hodges (12) drives against a Collins Hill defender and scores during the regular season. (Photo: Craig Cappy)

new coaches, Coach Tate and myself, and we really bought into the idea of fam-

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For the second straight season, Grayson boys basketball is playing the role of spoiler on the road in the state tournament.

After reaching the quarterfinals last year with a pair of road wins, the Rams opened the Class AAAAAAA state tournament this year with a 52-50 win at Collins Hill last Friday. Grayson (199) hits the road again on Thursday for a 6:30 p.m. tip against Etowah (19-9).

Rams head coach Geoffrey Pierce said that the road success is due in part to his team embracing the underdog role a bit, and also because they play a style of basketball that travels well.

“The main focus we try to instill in them is competing defensively,” he said. “You really can’t control (your offense).

You can control what type of shots you get, but just sometimes they’re just

Grayson’s Kenyon Jackson (24) rebounds a ball and puts it back up and scores in las Friday’s first-round Class AAAAAAA state playoff game at Collins Hill.

(Photo: Craig Cappy)

not falling. But if you’re The Rams defense was always competing defenthe key against Collins sively you’ll always have a Hill. Pierce said Graychance to win. We just try son’s goal was to slow the to focus on just competing.”

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Today

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5:30 p.m. — Dacula at Monroe Area 5:30 p.m. — Grayson at Loganville 5:30 p.m. — Peachtree Ridge at Johns Creek 6 p.m. — Archer at Mountain View 6 p.m. — Berkmar at Shiloh 6 p.m. — Buford at Brookwood 6 p.m. — Cambridge at Norcross 6 p.m. — Collins Hill at South Forsyth 6 p.m. — Duluth at Habersham Central 6 p.m. — East Hall at Meadowcreek 6 p.m. — Lanier at Chattachoochee 6 p.m. — Parkview at Lassiter

BASKETBALL

State playoffs second-round Class AAAAAAA 6 p.m. — Brookwood at Colquitt County girls 6 p.m. — Collins Hill at Cherokee girls 6 p.m. — Duluth at Westlake girls 6 p.m. —Pebblebrook at Archer girls 6 p.m. — Wheeler at Mill Creek girls Class AAAAA 6 p.m. — Ware County at Buford girls Class AAA 6 p.m. — Cook at GAC girls Class A Private 5:30 p.m. — George Walton at Wesleyan girls

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5 p.m. — Brookwood girls at Norcross 5:30 p.m. — Lanier girls at Mill Creek 5:45 p.m. — Lanier boys at Collins Hill 5:45 p.m. — North girls at Peachtree Ridge 6 p.m. — Duluth girls at Northview 6:40 p.m. — North Atlanta boys at Wesleyan 7:30 p.m. — Peachtree Ridge boys at West Forsyth

TENNIS

• Dacula at Oconee Co. 3:30 p.m. — Lanier and Peachtree Ridge at Sugarloaf 3:30 p.m. — Norcross boys at North 3:30 p.m. — North girls at Norcross 3:45 p.m. — Mill Creek at Parkview 4 p.m. — Collins Hill and Winder-Barrow at Barrow County YMCA 4 p.m. — GAC girls at Marist 4 p.m. — Marist boys at GAC

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BASEBALL

4 p.m. — Mount Paran at Providence 4 p.m. — Woodward Academy at Hebron 6 p.m. — Dacula at Central

BASKETBALL

State playoffs second-round Class AAAAAAA 6 p.m. — Berkmar at Tift County boys 6 p.m. — Duluth at Pebblebrook boys 6 p.m. — Marietta at Norcross girls 6:30 p.m. — Wheeler at Mountain View boys 7 p.m. — Brookwood at Hillgrove boys 7:30 p.m. — Colquitt County at Norcross boys 7:30 p.m. — Grayson at Etowah boys Class AAAAAA 6 p.m. — Dacula at Brunswick boys Class AAAAA 6 p.m. — New Hampstead at Buford boys Class A Private 6:30 p.m. — Wesleyan at Lakeview boys

GOLF

3:30 p.m. — Mountain View girls and Wesleyan at St. Ives 3:45 p.m. — Discovery at Cedar Shoals at Clarke County

LACROSSE

5:30 p.m. — Meadowcreek girls at East Paulding 6 p.m. — Meadowcreek boys at Mill Creek 6:30 p.m. — Dunwoody boys at Duluth 7:45 p.m. — Norcross boys at Centennial

SOCCER

4:30 p.m. — Hebron boys at Paideia 5:30 p.m. — Lanier at Walnut Grove

TENNIS

• Central at Lakeside-Dekalb 3:30 p.m. — Grayson at Shiloh 3:45 p.m. — Loganville at Parkview 4 p.m. — Athens Academy and Mill Creek at Hamilton Mill 4 p.m. — Wesleyan at Lakeview Academy

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Swarm’s Powless happy to be back

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With reigning rookie of the year Randy Staats needing a few more weeks to recover from an upper body injury suffered against New England, the Georgia Swarm were able to activate another key cog to its offense over the weekend.

Georgia moved Johnny Powless to the active roster after he had been out with a concussion for the first six games of the season. Last year Powless had 72 points on 35 goals and 37 assists.

The lefty started his 2017 campaign with a bang over the weekend. In wins over Toronto and Rochester he scored four goals and had six assists as Georgia improved to an NLL-best 7-1.

“Just being back is awesome,” he said. “Being back with the guys is really fun and it’s a bonus that we won both games.”

In his season debut Powless recorded two goals and five assists at Toronto.

He’s from nearby Six Nations, Ontario, so he said he had a lot of friends and family on hand to support him.

He didn’t disappoint as he scored the game-winning goal for a 13-12 win

The Georgia Swarm celebrate with Johnny Powless (93) after his game-winning goal against Toronto last Friday. (Photo: Greg Abel)

over the Rock in overtime.

He recorded two goals and five assists on Sunday in a 15-9 home win over Rochester.

The Swarm don’t return to action until a March 4 visit to Calgary, which head coach Ed Comeau said will give Powless time to get more conditioned for the rigors of NLL games.

“He’s shooting the ball well,” Comeau said. “He’s had a long period off. No

matter how hard you work out, you’re not in game shape. We know it’s going to take some time. We’ve got this two-week break, so him and the other guys can treat it like a mini training camp and really work hard on their own to get ready for the next run.”

Powlesss suffered his concussion in the fall playing in Major League Series for Six Nations.

He said it was tough to

sit at home and watch the Swarm’s first six games, but he had to be fully cleared by the team’s training staff before he could return to action.

“I talked with the trainers and they just had me on a five-test protocol,” he said. “So I had to follow each test and pass each test and had to wait 24 hours to pass the next one. It’s kind of sickening, but it is what it is.”

Local grads will have big roles for Tech

By Stan Awtrey

20 appearances, five starts, last season.

Austin Wilhite started ATLANTA — Trevor all three games at shortstop Craport’s career at Georand went 6-for-9 with three gia Tech took a turn for RBI and five runs scored. the better when he shifted Nick Wilhite played in two his focus away from the games in the outfield. mound.

Freshman Xzavion Curry The Norcross High from Atlanta’s Mays High School graduate spent his emerged from fall camp freshman season at Tech as one of the team’s best trying to break through as a pitchers. He could be a pitcher, with little success. two-way player and could He made only seven apsee time at second base, pearances and compiled a shortstop and third base.

4.76 ERA in 11.1 innings. Norcross grad Trevor Craport swings during a recent Curry pitched five shutIn 2016 the decision was Georgia Tech baseball game. (Photo: Georgia Tech) out innings in the season made to move Craport to opener against Brigham the infield to take advanand two runs scored in the Buford, returns as the Young and struck out five. tage of his offensive skills. three-game Atlanta Chalstarting catcher. Keyton Jonathan Hughes, a Now the junior is receivlenge series last week.

Gibson begins the season second-round draft choice ing national attention. He Craport has spent a lot in the starting rotation and who missed most of last was named to the National of time working on his freshman Austin Wilhite is season with an elbow inCollege Baseball Writers fielding. He had 10 errors the starting shortstop. Twin jury, is like the No. 2 starter Association’s third-team last season, but showed brother Nick Wilhite will in the rotation. He threw preseason All-America improvement in the fall. get time in the outfield. four shutout innings and team.

“He works hard at it,” Bart, a sophomore, hit struck out seven in the win Craport started 56 games coach Danny Hall said. .299 with 31 RBI and over Marshall. for the Yellow Jackets in “He’s one of those guys scored 24 runs a year ago That leaves Zac Ryan 2016, making 52 starts at who works at his weakand was named to the as the closer; he appeared third base. He batted.352 nesses. He’s trying to get ACC’s All-Freshman team. twice in the Atlanta Chal— second-best on the team better every day, whether He had a home run on the lenge, did not allow a run — with seven homers and it’s hitting, fielding or first weekend. and earned a save.

11 RBI. Equally impresthrowing. He definitely Gibson, a sophomore The Yellow Jackets were sive was his ability to avoid wants to improve from right-hander, started the 38-25 last year and reached strikeouts; he fanned just where he was last year.” third game of the series the final of the NCAA 17 times in 119 at-bats — Craport is one of sevand enhanced his chances Regional in Gainesville, fifth-best in the ACC. eral Gwinnett products to remain in the rotation. before losing to Florida.

This season he’s off to a expected to contribute to Gibson pitched five innings Georgia Tech was picked to great start at the plate. Cra- the Georgia Tech team this and allowed only two hits finish fourth in the Coastal port went 5-for-12 with a year. and one run in beating Division behind North double, a triple and a home Joey Bart, one of four Western Michigan. Gibson Carolina, Virginia and run, along with six RBI players on the roster from was 3-4 with a 4.40 ERA in Miami.

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SwimAtlanta wins 10th straight 14U title From Staff Reports

fifth in 50 free, seventh in 100 fly, eighth in 50 fly) Gwinnett-based also stood out in that age SwimAtlanta won the group.

14-and-under Georgia In the 11- and 12-yearShort Course State Cham- old events, Trey Carter pionships for the 10th won the 500 and 1,000 free straight year over the races. He also was second weekend at Georgia Tech. in the 200 back, the 400 The club scored 4,821 IM and the 200 free, as points to defeat runner-up well as third in the 200 fly Dynamo (4,109) and third- and 100 free, and fourth place Chattahoochee Gold in the 100 fly and 100 (1,769). The meet featured back. Ben Irwin won eight 55 teams and 1,011 swim- individual events in that mers. age group (50 back, 100 High-point scorer Jake back, 200 back, 100 free, Stout was among the local 200 free, 50 fly, 100 fly, standouts for SwimAtlanta. 200 fly) and took second in In the 10-and-under age the 50 free. group, he posted victories Other 11-12 top perin the 50, 100, 200 and 500 formers for SwimAtlanta freestyle races, as well as were Tristan DenBrok the 100 and 200 individual (eighth, 1,000 free), medley, 50 breaststroke Baylyn Dyer (ninth, 100 and 50 and 100 butterfly. fly), Nathan Han (fourth, He also was second in the 200 free, fifth, 500 free, 100 breast and fifth in the eighth, 100 free, ninth, 50 backstroke. Charlotte 50 free), Nikoletta Holt Kner (third in 200 free, (second, 200 IM, third, 100 fourth in 100, 500 free, breast and 200 breast, fifth,

100 and 200 IM, seventh, 50 breast), Phillip Lim (second, 1,000 free, fourth, 200 fly, fifth, 200 free, 500 free, 400 IM, sixth, 100 fly, sixth, 200 IM), Emma Morris (sixth, 200 free, eighth, 500 free), Audrey Privett (sixth, 400 IM, sixth, 200 fly, sixth, 100 breast, seventh, 500 free, eighth, 200 IM, ninth, 50 breast), Sydney Tashlein (fourth, 100 fly, fourth, 200 fly, fifth, 50 fly, fifth, 200 IM, ninth, 400 IM), Charlotte Thompson (fourth, 50 back, sixth, 100 back), Jamison Tiller (third, 50 fly, sixth, 50 free, sixth, 100 free, seventh, 100 fly, eighth, 100 IM, eighth, 50 back) and Charles Tu (fifth, 100 breast, fifth, 200 breast, seventh, 200 back, eighth, 200 IM).

In the 13-14 division, Jackson Ward won state in the 100 fly and was fifth in the 200 fly.

SwimAtlanta’s other

13-14 standouts among locals were Mia Walters (fifth, 200 fly), Daniel Tran (fourth, 400 IM, sixth, 200 IM), Sarah Grace Thompson (second, 200 back, fifth, 200 free, eighth, 400 IM, 10th, 100 back), Reagan Sweeney (third, 200 fly, seventh, 100 fly, seventh, 200 free, seventh 500 free), Catherine Rummins (eighth, 100 free), Rucker Robinson (eighth, 200 breast), Jessica Parish (sixth, 100 back, 10th, 50 free), Katelyn Morris (seventh, 100 back, eighth, 200 back), Abigail McCulloh (second, 200 free, second, 500 free, third, 100 free, third, 100 fly, third, 400 IM, fifth, 200 IM), Sarah Livingston (sixth, 100 free, seventh, 50 free, eighth, 100 free), Caroline Irwin (fourth, 200 back, fourth, 200 fly, fifth, 100 fly, seventh, 100 back) and Lily Burke (ninth, 50 free, ninth, 100 free).

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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2017 • 3B

NASCAR has new concussion protocol NASCAR drivers bring awareness to cycling safety

By Don Coble

Staff Correspondent

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Dale Earnhardt Jr. knows he’s suffered at least three concussions during his racing career, and each time it was up to him to initiate a diagnosis and treatment.

That all changed with NASCAR’s recent announcement that it will use the Sports Concussion Assessment Tool to quickly identify a possible brain injury.

Much like the NFL’s Head, Neck and Spine Protocols and the NHL’s Protocol for Concussion Evaluation and Management, stock-car racing is being proactive to assuring the health, both immediate and long term, of its drivers.

The SCAT-3 test is administered by a physician and based on the Glasgow coma scale which measures eye, verbal and motor skill responses. A second test, the Maddocks Score, requires a driver to understand his or her current surroundings.

SCAT-3 also is used by the International Olympic Committee, soccer’s FIFA, IHL, International Rugby Board and the Federation of Equestrian International.

A concussion is a disturbance in brain function caused by a direct or indirect force to the head, according to Concussion in Sport Group. For a driver, it’s generally the result of a 3,500-pound race car colliding with another car or the wall.

“NASCAR has worked very closely with the industry to ensure our concussion protocol reflects emerging best practices in this rapidly developing area of sports medicine,” said Jim Cassidy, NASCAR senior vice president of racing operations. “We will continue to utilize relationships we’ve had for years with leaders in the neurological research field who helped to shape these updates.”

NASCAR’s newest protocol includes three new provisions: • A driver is required to go to the infield care center if they’re involved in any kind of accident that requires the car to be parked behind the pit wall or in the garage.

• Drivers must agree to a SCAT-3 exam if the attending physician at the track deems necessary.

• And, an on-site neurological support staff will be at select NASCAR events to evaluate and suggest updates to the current protocol procedures.

Concussion studies are

NASCAR Cup Series driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. (88) greet driver Chase Elliott (24) in victory lane after the two won the Front Row for the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway. (Photo: John David Mercer-USA Today Sports)

NASCAR Sprint Cup Series What: Daytona 500 (First of 36 races).

Where: Daytona International Speedway at Daytona Beach, Fla. When: Sunday at 2 p.m.

Track: 2.5-mile tri-oval.

Broadcast: Television — FOX, 1 p.m.; Radio — Motor Racing Network, Sirius Satellite Radio channel 90, 1 p.m.

Race format: 200 laps, with segments of 60, 60 and 80 laps.

Last year’s winner: Denny Hamlin.

Track schedule: Thursday — practice, noon; Can-Am 150 Duels qualifying races (60 laps), 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.; Friday — practices, 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.; Saturday — practice, 12:30 p.m.

Up next: The Folds of Honor Quik Trip 500 is March 3 at the Atlanta Motor Speedway.

Xfinity Series What: PowerShares QQQ 300 (First of 33 races).

Where: Daytona International Speedway.

When: Saturday at 3:30 p.m.

Broadcast: Television — FS1, 3 p.m.; Radio — Motor Racing Network, Sirius Satellite Radio channel 90, 3 p.m.

Race format: 120 laps with segments of 30, 30 and 60 laps.

Last year’s winner: Chase Elliott.

Track schedule: Friday – practices, noon and 2 p.m.; Saturday – pole qualifying, 10:30 a.m.

Up next: The Rinnai 250 is March 4 at the Atlanta Motor Speedway.

Camping World Truck Series What: NextEra Energy Resources 250 (First of 23 races).

Where: Daytona International Speedway.

When: Friday at 7:30 p.m.

Broadcast: Television — FS1, 7 p.m.; Radio — Motor Racing Network, Sirius Satellite Radio channel 90, 70 p.m.

Race format: 100 laps, with segments of 20, 40 and 40 laps.

Last year’s winner: Johnny Sauter.

Track schedule: Thursday — practices, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.; Friday — pole qualifying, 4:30 p.m.

Up next: The Active Pest Control 200 is March 4 at the Atlanta Motor Speedway.

evolving so quickly, NASCAR is expected to be using the fifth edition SCAT test by summer, NASCAR managing director of racing operations John Bobo said.

Earnhardt missed the final 18 races of the 2016 season after dealing with headaches and a loss of balance following a June crash at the Michigan International Speedway.

Although Earnhardt was largely credited with bringing attention to concussions, he competed in the next three races following Michigan before getting a definitive diagnosis.

Most drivers now are more-concerned with the

effects of a concussion.

“It definitely makes us pay attention,” driver Chris Buescher said. “We’ve been using the best safety equipment available to us for many years. It’s always evolving safety-wise. We have all kinds of baselines and protocols that we go through to make sure we know where we’re at and make sure that after any incident we are able to go through any test to make sure we’re able to race.”

Starting with last Saturday’s The Clash exhibition race at the Daytona International Speedway, a driver now will have to pass the SCAT-3, and possibly the Maddocks Score

exam, if ordered by a doctor before getting behind the wheel again.

That not only helps a driver live a healthier life after racing, it creates a safer environment for other drivers, especially since speeds will reach 200 mph Sunday at Daytona.

“I grew up racing motorcycles. I’ve slapped my head on the ground. I was pretty sure I had a concussion,” driver Clint Bowyer said. “I’ve woke up with a guy after you went down screaming at you, ‘Are you OK?’ “Certainly, talking to (Earnhardt) there was no question in his mind he didn’t need to be in that race car. So as big and dominant of a force he is in this sport and what he means to this sport, I thought it showed just how serious a concussion can be, and I’m glad that he spoke up and said, ‘Hey, I’ve got a problem and I need to get out for all of our sakes.’”

Drivers sent to the infield care center won’t automatically be put through the concussion protocol.

But a trip can set into motion a series of evaluations that could lead to a test for a possible concussion.

Results also will be compared with ImPACT Tests that creates a neurological baseline for each driver. The computerized concussion evaluation system is administered every two years, Bobo said.

The addition of American Medical Response, an emergency response team that will travel to work with local infield care centers, as well as the new concussion protocol was the result of a collaboration between the sanctioning body and its teams.

“We’ve got a history of always looking to evolve or safety programs,” Bobo said. “We stand on the shoulder of each other as we move on. We keep asking how we can keep getting better. We always want to learn; we always want to get better.”

Kurt Busch became the first driver to be put through the concussion protocol after he crashed head-first into the outside wall last Saturday during The Clash.

“There was an individual that met me out by the car, rode with me in the ambulance and again met with the doctors and just went through different sequences to check all of the different vitals and we were released,” he said.

“It’s just a little bit of an upgrade. You can tell that they’ve made an effort, and it’s nice to have that security.”

Parkview boys, Shiloh girls win meet titles From Staff Reports The host Panthers fought off the rain and won the boys division of the Parkview Invitational this past weekend.

Shiloh’s girls (120 points) edged Peachtree Ridge (114) for the girls championship. The Parkview girls were fourth with 73 points.

Parkview’s boys racked up 132 points to top runnerup Newton (93) and thirdplace Shiloh (83).

The Parkview boys were led by senior captain Demarius Smith (first place in the 400-meter dash, 50.98, and second in the 200, 22.13) and Amir Harris (first place in the long jump, 22-9 1/2, second place in the 100, 11.09, third place in the 200, 22.23). Brian Hauch added a victory in the pole vault (13 feet, 8 1/4 inches), while Cameron Chavers (first, 5-10), Brandon Harvey (second, 5-8) and Maurice McIntyre (third, 5-8) swept the top three spots in the high jump.

Smith, Harris, Malik

Parkview’s Demarius Smith competes in a relay at the Parkview Invitational. (Photo: Chris D’Aquin)

Washington and Demetrius West teamed up for first in the 400 relay in 42.47.

Keith Williams (second, 400, 52.14), Jalen Gross (third, 100, 11.45), Jared Causey (second, 3,200, 10:29.29) and Emilio Arthur (third, 110 hurdles, 16.26) also had top-three finishes.

Shiloh won the girls title with first-place efforts from Jessica Shelley in the 100 (13.01), Aweng Mawien in the 400 (58.63) and 300 hurdles (44.75), Krishtian

Sonny in the 800 (2:35.45) and Ronje Williams (high jump, 5-0). Shelley also was third in the 200 (26.74), Mawien was second in the high jump (4-10) and Sonny was second in the triple jump (35-9 1/2).

Peachtree Ridge’s girls team was led by Paityn House (first, 200, 26.68 and second, 400, 1:00.53), Makaila McIntyre (third, 100, 13.03, third, long jump, 15-11 1/2 and first, triple jump, 35-11 3/4), Alexis Dukes (third, 100,

13.25), Dericka Braden (third, 400, 1:02.31), Zahria Levister (second, 100 hurdles, 17.59 and third, 300 hurdles, 50.49), Hanna Taylor (second, pole vault, 7-6) and Jazmyne McBride (second, discus, 90-7).

McIntyre, House, Braden and Dukes teamed up for a win in the 400 relay (49.36), and the Lions also got a 1,600 relay win from Dukes, Braden, Levister and House.

Parkview’s girls were led by Skye Gross (second, long jump, 16-10 1/4 and second, 200, 26.71), Danielle Franklin (third, 800, 2:36.63), Emily Smith (third, shot put, 32-7 1/2) and Lex Griffin (second, pole vault, 7-6).

The Shiloh boys also got top-three finishes from Chase Murray (first, 110 hurdles, 15.52 and second, 300 hurdles, 40.88), Julian McDuffie (first, 300 hurdles, 40.29, third, long jump, 20-11 1/4 and second, triple jump, 43-11 3/4) and Spencer Vitense (third, 800, 2:09.85).

By Don Coble

tona 500.

“I’ve been familiar with the cycling world DAYTONA BEACH, over the years,” Elliott Fla. — Jimmie Johnson, said hours before winning Chase Elliott, Matt Kens- the pole position. “My eth, Jamie McMurray dad (NASCAR Hall of and Aric Almirola all had Fame driver Bill Elliott) their helmets on before had an interest in it; I sunrise last Sunday at the remember him growing Daytona International up and riding a lot.

Speedway.

“Certainly, as I’ve been While all but Almirola around Jimmie the last were going to compete few years, racing against in The Clash exhibition him, he’s introduced me race later that morning, to it. There’s days he’s all joined part-time Xfin- rough on me; he’ll pedal ity Series driver Scott me into the ground any Lagasse Jr. in a 45-mile day of the week.” bicycle ride to bring Lagasse, who lives an attention to cyclist and hour north at St. Aumotorist safety. gustine, is a longtime “That was a whole lot partner with the Florida of fun,” Kenseth said.

Department of Trans“I’ve been doing it for portation and its Alert quite a while. It’s good Today Florida Program, to get out for something and People for Bikes, a like that. Cyclists don’t national cycling advocacy do everything right all nonprofit in the interest the time, so it’s good to of helping create a greater get out there and make awareness among motoreveryone aware.” ists for bike riders on Lagasse, a longtime Florida roads. cyclist, started the ChamLagasse was overpions Ride for Bicycle whelmed by the response Safety three years ago. that included 45 riders, Since then, athletes and especially since The celebrities have all joined Clash originally was in the ride that started at scheduled for Saturday the speedway, traveled night and was rained out. around Tomoka Marsh Despite the tight State Aquatic Preserve, schedule, every NASthen south back to the CAR who committed to track on Ocean Shore the ride showed up. So Boulevard with the Atdid several professional lantic Ocean as a scenic triathletes joined in with backdrop. the motorsports stars, The group arrived back including former Olymto Daytona’s Victory pians Jarrod Shoemaker Lane at 10 a.m. — only and Dirk Bockel, 2012 90 minutes before the Hawaii Ironman World start of the 75-lap race.

Champion Leanda Cave All drivers then partici- and American Olympicpated in pole qualifying distance pro Kaitlin for next Sunday’s DayDonner.

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Archer Invitational a good first test for area track teams

By David Friedlander david.friedlander@ gwinnettdailypost.com

While even the Gwinnett County championships are several weeks from now, much less region and state meets, several of the top boys and girls high school track and field athletes have a chance to get an early leg up on the season right here in Gwinnett County this weekend.

The Archer Invitational is hardly a new meet to the county’s track and field calendar, but this year’s meet, which runs Saturday at Archer Community Stadium, figures to be perhaps the most intense and competitive in its history.

Many of the top individuals and teams from around metro Atlanta and other parts of Georgia, most of whom will be top contenders for individual and team medals at their respective classification’s state meets later this spring, are scheduled to be among the field.

“I cannot begin to tell you how excited we are to host this incredible competition, not just for the programs that will be in attendance but for the track and field community as a whole,” said Archer boys sprints coach Ethan Kasson, who helped arrange the field for this years meet along with head coach John McCartney and Archer girls head coach Byron Shells. “I think it makes quite a statement when you sit back and look at the list of entries, that if you build it … they will come.

“Our goal was to establish the Archer Invitational as the premier seasonopening meet in the state

and I think we have done just that. This meet has grown larger and larger each year which is a credit to Coach McCartney and direction of this program.

This year we wanted to attract top programs and elite performers from across the state while also allowing any Gwinnett County School the opportunity to compete as well. The interest and support we immediately received for this was through the roof.”

This year’s field will include seven of the top 10 teams from last year’s Class AAAAAA state boys meet, including the entire top five, as well as defending Class AAAAA state champion Southwest DeKalb.

The girls division will included six of the last year’s top 10 at state, including five of the top six, as well as defending AAAAA champion North Springs and defending AAA champion Greater Atlanta Christian.

“It has almost become a pseudo-preseason meet of champions,” Kasson said.

“It truly is an impressive list.”

That list will begin with the first field events of the day at 9 a.m., which includes the boys shot put, headed up by defending AAAAAA state champion Sam Wright of the host Tigers.

The impressive field should carry over to the sprint events, highlighted by the likes of Brookwood girls senior Caitlan Tate in the 100- and 200-meter dashes, as well as the distance events, highlighted

by Peachtree Ridge girls’ Mary Kathryn Knott in the 1,600.

4B • WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2017

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SUPER SIX GOLF GIRLS Jenny Bae School: Collins Hill Class: Sophomore Noteworthy: • No. 57 in the U.S. in the AJGA Polo rankings • No. 67 in the lasted Junior Golf Scoreboard national rankings • Currently ranked No. 82 in the nation

by Golfweek • Selected as a Roles Junior All-American • Win the 2016 Rome Junior Classic (Georgia PGA Junior Tour event) • Runner-up at the AJGA’s Judie Oppenheimer Memorial Junior in Hilton Head, S.C., last summer • Shot 71 to finish as low medalist at the 2016 Gwinnett Open at Chateau Elan • Already qualified for the 2017 USGA Women’s Amateur Four-Ball Championship • Voted Region 7-AAAAAA Player of the Year in 2016 • Named first-team All-County by the Daily Post last year • Shot 77 to finish in fourth place individually at the Class AAAAAA state tournament last year • Owns Collins Hill school record for lowest nine-hole (34) and 18-hole (71) scores • Ranked No. 57 in the AJGA Polo national rankings • Already verbally committed to play college golf at Georgia Favorite PGA Tour pro: Jordan Spieth Favorite LPGA Tour pro: Lydia Ko Nickname: Bunny Favorite movie: “Moana” Best player in Gwinnett Co. that’s not me: Elisa Yang Coach Bryan Parker’s take: “Jenny is the ultimate competitor on the course and a great student in the classroom. Jenny is never afraid of a challenge and will always give 100 percent when she steps on to the golf course. She has a very bright future ahead of her and with her tremendous work ethic, the sky is the limit.”

Emma Bell School: Mill Creek Class: Junior Noteworthy: • Named second-team All-Region 7-AAAAAA by the region’s coaches as a freshman in 2015 • Has had six top-10 finishes on the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour each of the last two years • Had three top-five finishes on the Hurricane Junior Tour last summer • Named first-team All-County by the Daily Post in 2016 • Is a Super Six selection by the Daily Post for the second straight season • Already verbally committed to play college golf at Georgia Southern Favorite LPGA Tour pro: Lexi Thompson Nickname: Spitfire Best player in Gwinnett Co. that’s not me: Louise Yu Favorite movie: “Bobby Jones: Stroke of Genius” Twitter handle: @embells_ Coach Jeremy York’s take: “Emma is an ultimate competitor and abso-

lutely hates to lose and not achieve her own or the team’s best. She is extremely talented and has some natural ability to play golf at a very high level. We are looking forward to see Emma mature and grow this year not only as a golfer, but as a young lady.”

Leiko Niwano School: Duluth Class: Junior Noteworthy: • Named second-team All-County by the Daily Post as a sophomore last year • Shot 75 to finish tied for third at the Region 7-AAAAAA tournament last spring • 2014 Atlanta Junior Golf grand champion • Runner-up at 2015 AJGA Davis Love III Open • Eighth at the 2016 AJGA Davis Love III Open • Third at the 2016 Bears Best Shootout (Hurricane Junior Golf Tour event) • No. 430 in the latest AJGA Polo national rankings • No. 530 in the latest Golfweek national rankings • Ranked No. 491 in the current Junior Golf Scoreboard national rankings Favorite LPGA Tour pro: Lydia Ko Nickname: N/A Best player in Gwinnett Co. that’s not me: Jenny Bae Favorite movie: “The Iron Giant” Coach Donna Wright’s take: “Leiko has a strong sense of focus. Her ability to play well under pressure is her strong suit.”

Alexis Taylor School: South Gwinnett Class: Junior Noteworthy: • Named second-team All-County by the Daily Post as a freshman in 2015 • Shot 79 to win the Region 8-AAAAAA championship in 2015 • Shot 77 at the Region 8-AAAAAA tournament last year to finish as runnerup and qualify individually for state sectionals Favorite LPGA Tour pro: Lydia Ko Nickname: Lexie Favorite movie: “Mean Girls” Coach Lisa Brooks’ take: “Alexis is a great young talent with tons of potential and a great desire to be the best.”

Elisa Yang School: Wesleyan Class: Senior Noteworthy: • Was the Daily Post’s 2016 Girls Player of the Year • Named first-team All-County by the Daily Post in 2014 and 2015 • Named preseason Super Six by the Daily Post for the third straight season • Shot a 1-over par 73 at Forest Hills Golf

she’s kind of ready to be not (just) that name under has earned her a scholar(other golfers).” ship to play college golf in True, as good as Yu has the Southeastern Conferbeen throughout her high ence at Vanderbilt, though school career, it’s always none of her success has seemed like she’s been come without a lot of hard just behind a really big work. name on Gwinnett’s high “I think playing a lot school girls golf scene — individually and involvfirst, Bailey Tardy, who ing herself and getting that was named Daily Post extra help with a separate Girls Player of the Year coach, … in a golf-friendly all four years of her high state like Georgia is huge,” school career at GAC and Peachtree Ridge girls Norcross from 2012-15, coach Meredith White and last year’s Player of said. “So, I think she’s put the Year, Elisa Yang of in the time and effort and Wesleyan.

a boys team, but the idea of family and I think that’s been really huge. Not just for what both teams have been able to do on the court, but just from the environment you saw when we went to Shiloh and we as boys coaches went all the way out to Newton after our practice to watch them play Friday. That’s just that family atmosphere that we have here at Duluth.”

They’ll each hit the road again in the second round, with the Duluth girls (17-12) traveling to Westlake today at 6 p.m. The boys (19-10) will play at Pebblebrook on Thursday at 7 p.m.

The girls (17-12) closed the regular season with three-straight wins, including an upset of region champs Collins Hill, before falling to Mill Creek in overtime of the Region 6-AAAAAAA tournament.

Miami signee Endia Banks has led the way with 17.4 points and 6.1 rebounds per game. Forward Brianna

huge. So I think she’s put in the time and effort and she’s kind of ready to ready to be not (just) that name under (other golfers)”

Louise Yu School: Peachtree Ridge Class: Senior Noteworthy: • Named first-team All-County by the Daily Post as a junior last season • Named second-team All-County by the Daily Post as a sophomore in 2015 • Named first-team All-Region 7-AAAAAA by the region’s coaches the past two seasons • Georgia State Golf Association’s Girls Player of the Year for 2016 • GSGA’s Women’s Match-Play champion • Has seven wins on the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour • Signed to play college golf at Vanderbilt • Ranked No. 197 in the AJGA Polo Junior national rankings • Currently No. 125 in the Golfweek national rankings • No. 295 in the current Junior Golf Scoreboard national rankings Favorite LPGA Tour pro: Michelle Wie Best player in Gwinnett Co. that’s not me: Elisa Yang Favorite movie: “Hidden Figures” Coach Meredith White’s take: “I think playing a lot individually and involving herself and getting that extra help with a separate coach, … in a golf-friendly state like Georgia is

Peter Chung School: Mill Ceeek Class: Senior Noteworthy: • Shot a school-record round of 65 at the Apple Mountain Tournament last season • Named first-team All-Region 7-AAAAAA the last three seasons • Named first-team Class AAAAAA All-State the last two seasons • Named first-team All-County by the Daily Post the last two seasons • Won the U.S. Junior Amateur local qualifier by shooting 3-under par over two days at the University of Georgia course in Athens • Ranked No. 120 in the nation and No. 6 in Georgia by Junior Golf Scoreboard • No. 596 in the AJGA Polo junior national rankings • Ranked No. 609 nationally by Golfweek • Has been offered a scholarship to play college golf at Georgia State Favorite PGA Tour pro: Dustin Johnson Nickname: Haircut Best player in Gwinnett Co. that’s not me: Alex Markham Favorite movie: “Deadpool” Twitter handle: @chungpeter18 Coach Jeremy York’s take: “Peter is the most gifted and talented kid that

BOYS Jacob Bayer School: Collins Hill Class: Senior Noteworthy: • First-team All-County selection by the Daily Post as a junior in 2016 • First-team All-County selection by the Daily Post as a freshman in 2014 • Shot 73 to tie for seventh at the Class AAAAAA state tournament as a junior last year • Won the 2016 Berkeley Hills Invitational Georgia PGA Tour event with 36-hole total of 10-under par 134 • Won 2016 PDQ/Philadelphia tournament on the AJGA Tour * Runner-up in the 2016 AJGA Rome Junior Classic • Ranked No. 210 nationally by Golfweek • No. 92 in the Junior Golf Scoreboard national rankings and No. 4 in Georgia • No. 84 in the current AJGA Polo national junior rankings • Signed to play college golf at Georgia Southern Favorite PGA Tour pro: Greg Norman Nickname: Jake Best player in Gwinnett Co. that’s not me: Peter Chung Favorite movie: “Talladega Nights” Twitter handle: @Jacob_Bayer07 Coach Bob Warman’s take: “I guess the best thing I can think of about Jacob right now is he can be as good as he wants to be. There is no limit.

It’s all up to him.”

I have ever been around and can hit some shots that I have not ever seen any other kid pull off. His maturity and growth as a young man has been fun to watch over the last few years and will continue to grow moving into college. We all look forward to seeing his accomplishments this year.”

Conner Conkel School: GAC Class: Senior Noteworthy: • Second-team All-County selection by the Daily Post as a junior a year ago • Shot 70 to place fifth individually in the Region 6-AA tournament last season • Was No. 3 scorer on the Spartans’ championship team at last year’s Class AA state tournament • Top-five finishes in six of his 10 Hurricane Junior Golf Tour events in 2016, including runner-up at 54-Hole Challenge at Greystone • Signed to play college golf at USC Upstate • Favorite PGATour pro: Stewart Cink • Nickname: Conkshell • Best player in Gwinnett Co. that’s not me: Bruce Davis Smith • Favorite movie: “Jason Bourne” Twitter handle: @ConnerJConkel • Coach Gary Richey’s take: “Conner has been a mainstay for Spartan Golf since his freshman year. But last year, he really broke out and helped lead our team to our first boys state championship. This season, he has taken much more of a leadership role both verbally and by his actions. I’m so excited to see what Conner can do in his senior season.”

Luka Karaulic School: Mill Creek Class: Junior Noteworthy: • Named preseason Super Six by the Daily Post for the second straight season • Named first team All-County by the Daily Post the last two seasons • First-team All-Region 7-AAAAAA the past two years • Named first-team AllState in Class AAAAAA as a junior last year • Ranked No. 51 nationally and No. 3 in Georgia by Junior Golf Scoreboard • Ranked No. 92 nationally in AJGA Polo junior rankings • No. 236 in Golfweek’s national rankings Nickname: The Big Easy Favorite PGATour pro: Ernie Els Best player in Gwinnett Co. that’s not me: Peter Chung Favorite movie: “The Other Guys” Coach Jeremy York’s take: “Luka is diligent and a perfectionist when it comes to golf and loves the challenge of getting better. I am looking for Luka to have a major breakout season this year and put up some of the best numbers Mill Creek has ever had.”

Alex Markham School: Mill Creek

Class: Senior Noteworthy: • Preseason Super Six selection by the Daily Post the last two seasons * Named first-team AllCounty by the Daily Post as a junior last year • Named second-team All-County by the Daily Post as a freshman in 2014 • Had four top-three individual finishes in high school tournaments as a sophomore, including tying for low medalist at the Big Red Shootout • Named All-Region 7-AAAAAA and Class AAAAAA All-State last season • Currently No. 671 in the AJGA Polo junior rankings • Ranked No. 639 nationally and No. 30 in Georgia by Golfweek • Ranked 10th in Georgia and 131 nationally by Junior Golf Scoreboard • Signed to play college golf at Samford Favorite PGA/LPGA Tour pro: Justin Thomas Nickname: Magic Markham Best player in Gwinnett Co. that’s not me: Luka Karaulic Favorite movie: “Creed” Twitter handle: @alex_markham1 Coach Jeremy York’s take: “Alex is without a doubt one of the best kids in our school and without a doubt the leader and captain of Mill Creek Golf Program. At all times he gives the best he has and always put the program first. His desire to get better is second to none and will achieve any goal that he sets out to achieve.

He is the heart and soul of our program. Samford University is lucky to get a very high character kid and an extremely talented player.”

Bruce Davis Smith School: GAC Class: Senior Noteworthy: • Fully recovered from a hip injury that limited his junior season last year • Shot 8-under par 136 to win Southern Junior Golf Tour event at Forest Hills last summer • Placed third and was first alternate at the USGA Junior-Amateur local qualifier last summer • Second-team All-County selection by the Daily Post in 2015 • Shot 69 to tie teammate Steffen Smith for the Class AA individual state championship in his freshman season • No. 493 in the latest AJGA Polo Junior national rankings • Ranked No. 584 nationally by Junior Golf Scoreboard PGA Tour pro: Roberto Castro Nickname: Hands Best player in Gwinnett Co. that’s not me: Conner Conkel Favorite movie: “Talladega Nights” Twitter handle: @bruce_smith1234 Coach Gary Richey’s take: “Unfortunately, Davis was hampered by a hip injury last year. However, he has worked his way back to form with a lot of hard work and perseverance.

Since Davis was in junior high, I have seen his skills and intelligence on the golf course grow. I’m so proud of his effort to get to this level of golf and I’m excited to watch him excel this season.”

Yu

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Club in Augusta to win the Class AA individual state championship and helped the Wolves to a runner-up team finish last year • Individual runner-up at Class AA state tournament as a freshman, and led the Wolves to a team runner-up finish • Named Class AA All-State by the GHSA the last three seasons • Shot 69 to finish as low medalist and help Wesleyan to a runner-up team finish at the Class AA state tournament last year • Posted six top 10 finishes last summer, including the title at the North Junior Championship • Has broken seven of eight Wesleyan school records for nine- and 18-hole rounds. Currently holds total of 14 school records • Currently No. 59 in the AJGA Polo junior national rankings • Ranked No. 50 nationally by Golfweek • No. 45 in the current Junior Golf Scoreboard rankings • Signed to play college golf at Georgia, making her Wesleyan’s first college scholarship player Favorite LPGA Tour pro: Lexi Thompson Nickname: N/A Best player in Gwinnett Co. that’s not me: Louise Yu Favorite movie: “Shawshank Redemption” Twitter handle: @eh_lee_sah Coach Leslie Grogan’s take: “Elisa continues to crush the record books at Wesleyan shooting a 67 at the Regional Tournament and 69 to win the State Championship. She set a goal to win an AJGA tournament last summer and won two. Being goal oriented with an awesome work ethic has allowed her to achieve at this level, but her humble personality, encouraging nature, and sincere concern for others that makes her the ultimate teammate. She is a great role model for all of the young golfers.”

However, Yu has now joined Yang among the upper echelon of the county’s growing girls junior golf talent pool, though her focus for the next few months will be trying to help Peachtree Ridge’s team success take a similar rising track that her individual results have.

“I really want to win Region (6-AAAAAAA this season) because we’ve been second to Mill Creek (in 7-AAAAAA) three years in a row,” Yu said.

“So, it would be awesome to win region, not only

individually, but as a team.

I’m friends with just about every (high school golfer) in the county, so it’s not really a competition. Of course I want to do well in state because I haven’t done well at state.”

White admits that Yu’s presence, along with that of fellow senior Esther Park, has certainly made life a lot easier in her first season as the Lions’ head coach.

“She and Esther both.

It’s nice to have senior leadership,” White said.

“They know what they’re

Duluth

Duluth’s Endia Banks (4) goes up with a shot as Mill Creek defenders Wynter Webb (23) and Alex Bolling (32) look on during a regular season game. (Photo: Craig Cappy)

Dixon has come on strong as of late, and junior Victoria Oglesby’s outside range has opened up the offense.

Duluth lost to the Rams by seven points in the regular season and felt confident ahead of Friday’s playoff game. Banks led the way with 20 points.

“We just felt we had a good chance to go in and

get a win,” Tate said. “We didn’t actually see it as an upset. We actually saw it as not necessarily being given our due and we knew that we could go out and compete with any team. It was just about us going out and playing up to our abilities and making sure that we executed offensive and defensively to put ourselves in the best positions to win the game.”

Huff also felt good about his team’s chances ahead of its first-round win at Shiloh.

He said he had seen his team grow throughout the year as it played a schedule littered with state tournament teams in addition to an extremely competitive region.

“We just had a great week of preparation,” he said.

“The guys really bought into the game plan and we really just defended. We worked the game plan to perfection and we just defended and did what we came to do on Saturday at Shiloh.”

Adam Flagler, who hit six 3-pointers against Shiloh, leads the team with an aver-

age of 16.1 points per game.

William Huzzie is averaging 12.3 points and 8.4 rebounds per game. Huff said that senior Jalen Hodges has led the way on the floor with 9.7 points and 7.6 rebounds per game as well as with his leadership.

Huff also credited senior Alexander D’Souza for his leadership. He knows his team will have its hands full with a loaded Pebblebrook squad that includes Alabama signee Collin Sexton and Xavier signee Elias Harden.

“The challenge is they’re a great team,” Huff said.

“They’ve got a lot of players who can make plays.

We’ve got to go on the road and try to win again. So we’ve definitely got to bring our A-game, that’s going to be a challenge, to go into a team who has again played some of the top competition — not just here in Georgia, but across the United States — and to go into their house and win it’s going to be a challenge. But it’s something we can do.”

doing. They’re familiar with their region. They have a strong opinion in, ‘OK, we want to play these people,’ and, ‘I want to get better.’ They’ve got a goal in mind, and that, I think, is motivating for underclassmen … instead of starting from scratch.”

Perhaps the most amazing thing about Yu is that she’s starting from scratch, relatively speaking, in terms of her golfing development.

That means the ceiling for her game is still a very high one as she finishes

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her high school career, heads to college and increases her tournament schedule.

“I got a new coach a couple of months ago, and so I changed my swing completely,” Yu said. “I was swinging wrong before, but now I’m swinging right. I got fitted for new clubs, and I think my long game has improved the most. … After I got fitted, … I think it’s good because I’m going to college soon, and I’ll feel more comfortable.”

Grayson

turnover-to-assist ratio.

Nick Edwards added 14 Eagles down and to not points in the playoff win let them control the game and has been a consistent offensively. second option for the “They were outGrayson offense. Pierce rebounding us pretty bad also praised the efforts of in the first quarter, and big-men Kenyon Jackson, DeAli (Thompson) and Gerald Buncum and Rowe Aaron Rowe, they started this season. doing a good job on the Grayson will need a glass and that opened full-team effort in the secthings up for our bigs to ond round against Region finally get in the groove 4-AAAAAAA champion of things,” he said. “They Etowah. The Eagles dewere kind of shuffled at feated Campbell 70-62 in first, they had us spread the first round. Pierce said out offensively.” the key will be controlling Collins Hill nearly the pace of the game. erased a 13-point deficit, “Getting stops and getbut Grayson came up with ting out in transition,” he one final stop on the final said of what his team does possession of the game to when it plays its best. “I advance. think we’re pretty good Leading scorer Travis in transition offensively.

Anderson led the Rams Guys get to making the offensively with 18 points extra pass for layups or in the win. He was second wide-open threes. But it in Gwinnett during the all starts on the defensive regular season with an end for us. Not necessariaverage of 21 points per ly turning a team over, but game. Pierce said the key getting stops. Whether it to the junior’s success has be on a rebound, turnover been being efficient with — just getting the ball his shot selection and his back and pushing it.”

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Frazier brilliant in Kentucky loss North pitchers It hurts to lose. It especially hurts to lose like Georgia lost to Kentucky last weekend.

The hurt is deep and abiding when a deserving coach has to believe that the gods of fate have it in for him. When the agony of defeat is stamped on J.J. Frazier’s hopeful heart, you consider life to be unfair. It is doubtful that any wearer of the Red and Black in the history of Stegeman Coliseum has had more heart that this 5-foot-10, 155-pound package of brilliance.

He had come to the biggest home game of the year, primed to play his best, with measured confidence that his team could win out and get to the big dance. He and his team believed.

Even when their inside man, their big-time talent, NBA-worthy Yante Maten went down with a knee injury in the first two minutes, they rendered a classic performance, only to be denied. ESPN announcers Dave O’Brien and Dick Vitale said afterward that Georgia would have won if Maten had played the game without that untimely and unfortunate collision early on. Mr. Inside to complement the sensational Mr. Outside — surely would have been enough.

If there were a thunderstorm and lightning were dancing about, I would not choose to stand by Mark Fox, who has to be the unluckiest coach in the game.

He and his team deserved

in Tattnall County were a joy to behold in his youth.

As were the high school gyms. Then segueing into the courts in the competitive Southeastern Conference — life became a serendipitous experience which he has never taken for granted.

Loran My mind’s eye “runneth Smith over” with J.J. scenes. His No. 30 cramped onto his smallish frame. His intense better, but to whom do you focus as he works to make plea for mercy? Why could plays to give his team an adit not be a solitary critical vantage. Always unselfish, break at the most critical of he has been known to dish times — just one Wildcat off a pass with unintended miss or one more trey strip- sleight-of-hand action that ping the Bulldog nets? surprised unsuspecting Time spent with J.J. is teammates. blessed time. He speaks With the same cogency, with a joyful heart, deflect- he often burned the coming praise and giving thanks petition with a theft here to the Almighty and to his and there that left victims school and to his family and sheepishly embarrassed. to his teammates. My turn Never intimidated, even now. God bless this “Deby giant men who were serving Dawg.” faked out of their shorts (I J.J. plays two feet taller know, the word doesn’t take than he actually is and what away from the meaning) as greater glory could have he, the gnat, maneuvered come to Ole Georgia if his through the “how’s-theteam could have perseweather-up-there” gang to vered? Enough, enough. make a layup, his 34.5-inch Life must go on, but let’s vertical jump giving his rejoice in that this remarkteam sparkling and telling able young man came our advantage. way.

When he is hot, he He has been the respontouches our inner soul. We sible student-athlete on pace want Georgia basketball to to graduate which means he succeed. We love it with J J. is academically due diligent, being the centerpiece. He is but to his credit, honesty David slaying Goliath, his compels him to admit his left handed arch of a three class goals are perfunctory. point basket among the He’d rather be shooting most beautiful individual baskets, which he does performances I have ever as often as possible, year seen at Georgia — Herschel round. The playgrounds bolting for 70 yards, Belue

to Scott — J.J.’s nonparallel accomplishments will remain indelible in our minds.

We can’t let go. We shouldn’t. J J. Frazier is one of the most artistic Bulldog stars ever to sign an autograph, “Go Dawgs!”

What about next year?

He doesn’t know but is confident that he will be playing somewhere. The NBA scouts may not flock his way, but one and all would like to give J.J.’s heart, if such were possible, to their starting five.

You can’t turn back the clock, but we can always flash back. J.J.’s sprinting 3-point shot of 27 feet just as the half ended versus Kentucky was worthy of bronzing. Ten years from now, we will remember J.J.’s masterful evenings like Kentucky: 36, often acrobatic, points, three assists, three rebounds, 12 of 15 free throws and a blocked shot.

As we go, a little known fact J.J. plays the piano by ear. You name that tune and sing along with this versatile Georgia hero.

If he were to sing, “You’re gonna miss me when I’m gone,” it would be apropos. Modesty wouldn’t allow him to do that, however. Just another trait that makes him a classic Bulldawg legend.

Loran Smith is co-host of “The Tailgate Show” and sideline announcer for Georgia football. He is also a freelance writer and columnist.

PREP ROUNDUP

GAC uses 14-run inning to top Wesleyan From Staff Reports NORCROSS — Greater Atlanta Christian’s baseball team used one enormous inning to defeat rival Wesleyan 16-6 on Tuesday.

The Spartans (2-1) scored 14 runs in the fifth inning to break open a close game and make a winner out of Kennedy Norton, who struck out six batters in his 2 2/3 innings.

Carson Taylor drove in five of GAC’s runs in a 2-for-3 night. J.P. McGuire also went 2-for-3 with three RBIs, and Trent Fowler was 1-for-3 with three RBIs. Wesleyan got two-hit games from Colin Hall and John Morris. Hall was 2-for3 with a two-run home run and Morris was 2-for-3 with two doubles and an RBI. Michael Payne had one hit, a two-run homer, and three RBIs for the Wolves (1-3).

BASEBALL BASEBALL Meadowcreek 15, Clarkston 5 NORCROSS —Meadowcreek baseball defeated Clarkston 15-5 in five innings on Tuesday night.

David Nixon earned the win for the Mustangs (1-3), while A.C. Castillo was credited with a save as he struck out eight batters in two innings.

At the plate, Nixon had two hits and an RBI. Demetrius Barnfield and Michael Britton each had two RBIs and Tyler Hudson had two hits and scored two runs.

Archer 5, Providence 3 LAWRENCEVILLE — Crews Taylor had a two-run home run and Archer held off Providence Christian 5-3 on Tuesday.

Josh Walker (1-0) was the winning pitcher for the Tigers (1-1), and Chase Christopolous picked up the save.

Providence (0-3) was led offensively by Cole Tillotson (2-for-2, double, two runs) and Keegan Trainum (2-for-3, RBI, stolen base). Tillotson was the game’s starting pitcher, giving up one hit and one earned run in three innings with six strikeouts. Andy Weisgerber took the loss, pitching two innings with three strikeouts, three hits and two earned runs.

Jackson Co. 1, Central Gwinnett 0 JEFFERSON — Central Gwinnett lost a close game Tuesday night at Jackson County, falling 1-0 despite a strong pitching per-

formance from Evan Monroe.

Monroe (0-2) allowed just one earned run in seven innings on seven hits. He struck out two.

Central (1-4) was led offensively

by Anthony Sugazzi (1-for-3).

BOYS SOCCER SOCCER BOYS Shiloh 5, Walnut Grove 4 LOGANVILLE — Shiloh boys soccer erased a three-goal deficit in the final 17 minutes of the game on Tuesday at Walnut Grove to escape with a 5-4 victory.

The Generals (1-1) were down 4-1 before finishing with a flurry.

Miguel Gonzalez led the way with two goals and an assist. Ian Gomez, Abi Getachew and Nestor Lacayo also scored goals.

Parkview 2, North Gwinnett 0 SUWANEE — Parkview picked up a 2-0 road win over North Gwinnett on Tuesday.

Carlos Valenciano scored a first-half goal off an assist from Michael Lennen, who also assisted the second-half goal of teammate Andrei Bajura. Max Carlson picked up the win at goalkeeper, while J.T. Amaya finished the game off in the net. Parkview is now 2-1.

GIRLS SOCCER SOCCER GIRLS Peachtree Ridge 3, Grayson 2 LOGANVILLE — Peachtree Ridge earned a road victory 3-2 over Grayson on Tuesday with the help of two goals and an assist from Jasmine Warren.

Maddy Bonden scored the other goal for the Lions (2-1), who also got an assist from Grace Green.

Archer 6, Central Gwinnett 0 LAWRENCEVILLE — Jordan Hall had three goals and two assists, powering Archer to a 6-0 victory over Central Gwinnett on Tuesday.

The Tigers (4-0-1) also got a goal and an assist from Lauren Sandidge, a goal from Aliyah Tucker and a goal from Makena Tucker.

Dacula 6, Mountain View 2 DACULA — Becky Contreras had two goals and three assists Tuesday night in Dacula’s 6-2 win over Mountain View.

Kaela Callum had a goal and an assist for the Falcons (2-1), while Taylor Severy, Brinley Rawson and Sydney Stephen scored one goal apiece.

Peachtree Ridge 2, Grayson 1 LOGANVILLE — Jack Fitton and Dalton Seckinger scored goals to help Peachtree Ridge stay unbeaten with a 2-1 victory at Grayson.

The Lions (4-0) also got two important saves from goalkeeper Arish Nurani to preserve the win.

Grayson (2-1) got its goal from Austin Casbarro.

Norcross 7, South Gwinnett 0 SNELLVILLE — Callie Schall, Natalie Simone and Amanda Huseonica scored two goals each Tuesday as Norcross rolled to a 7-0 win over South Gwinnett.

Katie Chuckran had a goal for the Blue Devils (4-0), and Abby Alf and Elizabeth Magana added assists. Goalkeeper Erin Stitt posted the shutout.

Archer 4, Central Gwinnett 2 LAWRENCEVILLE — Jairo Angulo scored twice Tuesday night, powering Archer past host Central Gwinnett 4-2.

Andy Hernandez had a goal and an assist for the Tigers (4-1), while Dylan Ward had two assists. Chris Beal also scored for Archer.

Oconee County 6, Lanier 1 SUGAR HILL — Brooke Ouimette scored Lanier’s only goal Tuesday in a 6-1 loss to Oconee County.

Mill Creek 1, West Forsyth 0 CUMMING — A first-half goal from Zack Ernst was the difference Tuesday in Mill Creek’s 1-0 win at West Forsyth.

Josiah Ortiz assisted on the game-winner and Matt Campbell posted the shutout in goal for the Hawks (3-1).

Norcross 5, South Gwinnett 1 SNELLVILLE — Norcross defeated South Gwinnett 5-1 Tuesday night in boys soccer.

Hector Peralta had two goals for Norcross (3-1), while Cristhian Rugamas, Divin Moke and Bryant Avila had a goal each.

Berkmar 1, Duluth 0 DULUTH — Berkmar defeated host Duluth 1-0 on a Danny Espinosa goal.

Hector Fuentes recorded an assist for the Patriots (4-0-1).

Buford 9, Galloway 1 ATLANTA — Buford rolled to a 9-1 victory at Galloway on Tuesday.

Arden Paulino (two goals), Ava Sherman (two goals, one assist), Cameron Hall (one goal, one assist) and Kristen Edmond (one goal, one assist) led the offense for the Wolves (3-1). Morgan Smith, Kylie Buchanan and Heidi Orr had one goal each, while Maria Maggio and Sydney McCullough added an assist apiece.

Providence 11, Weber 0 LILBURN — Providence Christian girls soccer defeated The Weber School 11-0 on Tuesday night at home.

Cate Lee paced the Storm (2-1) with three goals and Makayla Postman and Sydney Hendricks each added two goals apiece.

BOYSTENNIS TENNIS BOYS Mill Creek 5, Lanier 0 HOSCHTON — Kyle Mendoza,

Carter Uzzel and Sage Burrows swept the singles matches Tuesday, and Mill Creek rolled to a 5-0 win over Lanier.

The Hawks (3-3) also got wins from Dawson Hunter and Tanner Franzoni at No. 1 doubles, and Graham Lambright and Carter Smith at No. 2 doubles.

Grayson 4, Archer 1 LAWRENCEVILLE — Grayson (2-0, 1-0 Region 8-AAAAAAA) swept the doubles points and defeated Archer 4-1 in boys tennis on Tuesday.

Cole Jurick and Eric Tivy earned one doubles point, while Matthew Quinn and Jake Feinberg won the other. The Rams’ also got singles wins from Brandon Wilson and Austin Stepps.

Bailey Belconis earned Archer’s lone point.

Dacula 5, Meadowcreek 0 DACULA — Chase Hamilton, Mateo Gomez and Drew Grap won in singles Tuesday as Dacula downed Meadowcreek 5-0, improving to 5-1 on the season.

Daniel Mocano and Siso Johnson won at No. 1 doubles, and William Phan and Lyon Ngo won at No. 2.

GIRLS GIRLSTENNIS TENNIS Mill Creek 5, Lanier 0 HOSCHTON — Mill Creek blanked visiting Lanier 5-0 in girls tennis on Tuesday.

Kayleigh Hahn, Madeline Hill and Daria Macarie won in singles for the Hawks (4-2). They also got wins from the doubles teams of Emilee Martinez and Lauren Walsh at No. 1, and Callie Franklin and Chika Nwosu at No. 2.

Grayson 4, Archer 1 LAWRENCEVILLE — Grayson won its Region 8-AAAAAAA opener 4-1 over Archer on Tuesday.

The Rams (2-0) swept the singles matches with Julia Howes, Gracie Chambers and Julie Mooney, and added a doubles win from Hanna Brown and Kaitlyn Eagens at No. 1.

Dacula 3, Meadowcreek 2 DACULA — Dacula edged Meadowcreek 3-2 Tuesday behind singles wins from Samantha Lowry and Maya Clark.

The Falcons (5-1) also got a point from Aubrey Gaston and Rylee Fitzgerald at No. 1 doubles.

GIRLSLACROSSE LACROSSE GIRLS Centennial 17, Buford 4 BUFORD — Macey Higgins had two goals in Buford’s 17-4 loss to Centennial on Tuesday.

The Wolves (1-1) also got a goal and a team-high three groundballs from Sloane Lewis.

Goalie Emma Copeland made five saves.

head to Louisiana riding 23-inning scoreless streak

By Will Hammock

pitched.

North Georgia signee Cade Heil (1.55 ERA, two hits, 12 strikeouts in Hitters in Georgia nine innings), Georgia haven’t fared well against Tech recruit Jake Brace North Gwinnett baseball’s (0.00 ERA, four hits in stellar pitching staff so far six innings) and Michigan this season. Now it’s time commit Walker Cleveland for teams from Louisiana (3.00 ERA, 10 strikeouts to take their shot. in seven innings) have The Bulldogs take their been impressive as part of second straight trip to a veteran pitching staff. the New Orleans area — Freshman Brandt Pancer where head coach Ryan also has a victory.

Moity is from — this North’s young offense weekend for four games, — six freshmen and sophotwo Friday and two Satmores start — also has urday. They enter the road been productive with a .330 trip on an amazing run as a team batting average and pitching staff, a group that an on-base percentage just sports a team ERA of 1.16, above .400. South Carolina a WHIP of 0.97 and a 40recruit Parker Coyne has to-9 strikeout-to-walk ratio. been a spark at the top of “We knew coming into the lineup with a .353 averthe season our pitching age, Will Bennett is hitting would give us a chance,” .385 and Michael Borah Moity said. “We think we has a .417 average, bolhave four, five, six pretty stered by a pair of triples good arms and that’s kind Monday night. Freshman of held true.”

Dalton Pearson started the North is on a current season 7-for-11 (.636) with stretch of 23 straight a home run, two doubles scoreless innings in a trio and four RBIs. of shutout victories over North hopes to keep its Wesleyan (seven innings), success rolling in LouisiProvidence Christian ana with a pair of games at (seven innings) and North St. Paul’s (Moity’s rival as Hall (nine innings on Mon- a high-schooler) and two day). The Bulldogs (4-0) more games at Wesley Barhave given up runs in only row Stadium (where Moity two of their 30 innings this played his home games as season — Grayson scored a college player for three in the first and seventh inyears). Moity said the team nings of the season opener. enjoyed its trip to Louisi“It’s not just our three or ana last year, so he plans to four big guys we expectcontinue going in the future ed,” Moity said. “We have for the event, the WGNO four different guys with Classic. a win. Pitching is where North doesn’t have our experience is. We lost much information on its everybody in our lineup Louisiana opponents, but if (except two). We knew go- its pitchers continue their ing in (the pitchers) would early-season success, then find a way to carry us. If a handful of wins seem we could score runs, we’d likely. be OK” “I hope we can (keep it In the current run of 23 up),” Moity said. “There’s scoreless innings, seven going to be some tough different players have teams down there.” will.hammock@ gwinnettdailypost.com

IN BRIEF Virginia retires GAC grad Malcolm Brogdon’s jersey The University of Virginia men’s basketball program retired the No. 15 jersey of Greater Atlanta Christian grad Malcolm Brogdon in a ceremony prior to Monday night’s home game against Miami (Fla.).

Brogdon, now a rookie for the NBA’s Milwaukee Bucks, ranks ninth on the Cavaliers’ career scoring charts with 1,809 points and is first in school history for wins (110) and freethrow percentage (87.6).

He also is second in games played (136), fifth in minutes played (4,157), sev-

enth in 3-point field-goal percentage (36.5), eighth in 3-pointers (185) and ninth in free throws (422).

The guard was an All-American his final two college seasons and was a three-time All-ACC selection. As a senior, he was the first player in ACC history to earn the player of the year and defensive player of the year honors in the same season.

As an NBA rookie, Brogdon averages 9.4 points and 4.2 assists. He played in the Rising Stars Challenge during All-Star Weekend in New Orleans.

GHSA to host state soccer finals at both Mercer, McEachern The high school state soccer championship games will be split between two sites, McEachern High School and Mercer University, the Georgia High School Association announced Tuesday.

Mercer hosted all classifications last year, but metro Atlanta teams didn’t like the travel to Mercer. The GHSA cited “beautiful facilities at both locations, and hoping to lessen conflicts with

end-of-course testing and graduation” as reasons for the move to two sites.

Games times and classification finals for each site haven’t been announced, but McEachern should be a better fit for metro Atlanta teams in Class AAAAAAA. The GHSA also said it hopes to reduce travel time for participating teams.

The championship games are Friday, May 12 and Saturday, May 13.

South Gwinnett grad Lou Williams traded from Lakers to Rockets Magic Johnson wasted no time in his new role as the Los Angeles Lakers’ president of basketball operations, trading South Gwinnett grad Lou Williams to the Houston Rockets on Tuesday, according to multiple media reports.

The Lakers reportedly received a 2017 first-round

draft pick plus forward Corey Brewer in exchange for Williams. According to ESPN, the draft pick is unprotected.

Williams, 30, is averageing 18.6 points, 3.2 assists and 3.2 rebounds per game this season.

— From staff and wire reports

102 dated 10-19-2001 and recorded 10-25-2001, Gwinnett County Records, State of Georgia.

Said legal description being controlling, however, the gwinnettdailypost.com Property is more commonly known as: 3262 James Harbor Way, Lawrenceville, GA 30044 Said property will be sold on an “as-is� basis without GEORGIA any representation, warSINGLE FACILITY ranty or recourse against NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE the above-named or the unNotice is hereby given that dersigned. The sale will be Champion Self Storage Gray- subject to the following items son, 2415 Loganville Hwy., which may affect the title: Grayson, Ga. 30017 will sell any outstanding ad valorem the contents of the storage taxes (including taxes which units listed below at a public are a lien but not yet due and auction to satisfy a lien placed payable); any matters which on the contents (pursuant to might be disclosed by an acthe Self Storage Facility Act curate survey and inspection of the Georgia Code). The of the property; any assesssale will take place at the ments, liens, encumbrances, website StorageStuff.Bid zoning ordinances, restricon March 16th at 9:00 am. tions, and all other matters SALES/ sale will be conducted of record The PUBLIC superior to the said FORECLOSURES AUCTIONS guidance of Cheli Security Deed. The sale will under the Rosa (AU003807) on behalf be conducted subject (1) to of the facility’s management. confirmation that the sale is Contents will be sold for cash not prohibited under the U.S. only to the highest bidder. A Bankruptcy Code and (2) to 10% buyer’s premium will final confirmation and audit be charged as well as a $50 of the status of the loan with cleaning deposit per unit. the holder of the Security All sales are final. Seller re- Deed. MidFirst Bank, through serves the right to withdraw its division Midland Mortgage the property at any time is the entity with authority to before the sale or to refuse negotiate, amend and modify any bids. The property to be the terms of the Note and Sesold is described as “general curity Deed. MidFirst Bank, household items� unless oth- through its division Midland erwise noted.

Mortgage’s address is 999 #208-Durwood Johnson– N.W. Grand Blvd., Oklahoma Household Items.

City, OK 73118. MidFirst Gregory- Bank, through its division #246-Bobby Household Items Midland Mortgage may be Brener contacted by telephone at #255-Brandie Brunner- 1-800-552-3000. To the best Hicks/Brandie Household Items of the undersigned’s knowlCampbell- edge and belief, the party in #267-Carole Retail Merchandise possession of the property is Campbell- believed to be Godwin Ajag#268-Carole Inventory badonwu aka Godwin Ajagba #417- Nicole Belt-House- and Eunice Ajagbadonwu aka hold Items, Boxes, etc.

Eunice Ajagba, or tenant(s). #443-Priscilla BillingsleaMidFirst Bank, as TransHousehold,Clothes feree, Assignee, and Secured #452-Tammy Sanderlin- Creditor As attorney-in-fact Household Items for the aforesaid Grantor #480-Tracy Dunlap-House- Campbell & Brannon, LLC hold Items Attorneys at Law 929-469436, 2/22,3/1 Glenridge Highlands II 5565 Glenridge Connector, Suite 350 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: Atlanta, GA 30342 The following self-storage (770) 392-0041 Cube contents contain- THIS LAW FIRM MAY BE ing household and other HELD TO BE ACTING goods will be sold for cash AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, UNby CubeSmart #698, 3495 DER FEDERAL LAW. Lawrenceville-Suwanee Rd, IF SO, ANY INFORMATION Suwanee, GA 30024, to sat- OBTAINED WILL BE USED isfy a lien on March 8, 2017 FOR THAT PURPOSE. at approx. 2:00PM at www. 9 5 0 - 4 7 1 5 3 7 , storagetreasures.com.

2/22,3/1,8,15,22,29 Name Unit # Michael R. Chandler NOTICE OF SALE 114 & 125 UNDER POWER Steve Tralongo GEORGIA, 245 GWINNETT COUNTY Barbara Godwin By virtue of a Power of 1002 Sale contained in that certain Aneetra Doxie Security Deed from DONALD 3012 GRAVETTE to MORTGAGE Romarick Hough REGISTRAELECTRONIC 288 TION SYSTEMS INC AS Katrina Foster 134 NOMINEE FOR MORTGAGE Kounnaly S. Spencer INVESTORS CORPORATION, 233 dated December 2, 2011, Marlene Bond 517 recorded December 9, 2011, 929-470599, 2/19,22,26 in Deed Book 51048, Page 138, Gwinnett County, GeorNOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: gia Records, said Security The following self-storage Deed having been given to Cube contents containing secure a Note of even date in household and other goods the original principal amount will be sold for cash by of One Hundred Ninety CubeSmart #714, 105 Old Thousand Nine Hundred Peachtree Road NW, Su- Thirty-Seven and 00/100 wanee, GA 30024, to satisfy dollars ($190,937.00), with a lien on March 8, 2017 at interest thereon as provided approx. 2:00 PM at www. for therein, said Security storagetreasures.com.

Deed having been last sold, Name Unit # assigned and transferred Dee Hatcher to FREEDOM MORTGAGE 126 CORPORATION, there will be Shane C. Ewing sold at public outcry to the 328 highest bidder for cash at the Brenda Kay Duckett Gwinnett County Courthouse, 460 within the legal hours of sale Cube Linc 506 on the first Tuesday in April, Bernard C. Norwood 2017, all property described 506 in said Security Deed includWanda Renetta Jones ing but not limited to the fol516 lowing described property: Ashlee Johnson THE LAND REFERRED TO 518 HEREIN BELOW IS SITU929-471077, 2/22,3/1 ATED IN THE COUNTY OF GWINNETT STATE OF GA. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLThe following self-storage LOWS: ALL THAT TRACT OR Cube contents containing PARCEL OF LAND LYING household and other goods AND BEING IN LAND LOT will be sold for cash by 255 OF THE 5TH DISTRICT, CubeSmart 3766 Holcomb GWINNETT COUNTY, GEORBridge Road Norcross, GIA, BEING LOT 34, BLOCK Georgia 30092 to satisfy a A OF WATSON FARMS FKA lien on March 09,2017 at WATSON FAIN ESTATES approx. 2:00 PM at www. SUBDIVISION, AS PER storagetreasures.com PLAT THEREOF RECORDED Cube #253, Geetanandana IN PLAT BOOK 113, PAGE Poosarla; 193, GWINNETT COUNTY, Cube #195, KhaiYah Tracy GEORGIA RECORDS, WHICH Wright; RECORDED PLAT IS INCORCube #182, Amy Deloris PORATED HEREIN BY REFPiggott; ERENCE AND MADE A PART Cube #305, Jason Andrew OF THIS DESCRIPTION. Young; Said legal description beCube #325, Alivia J Swift; ing controlling, however the 929-470606, 2/22,3/1 property is more commonly known as 2401 WATSON FAIN TRL, LOGANVILLE, GA FORECLOSURES 30052.

The indebtedness secured by said Security Deed has NOTICE OF SALE UNDER been and is hereby declared POWER CONTAINED IN due because of default under SECURITY DEED the terms of said Security STATE OF GEORGIA, Deed and Note. The indebtCOUNTY OF Gwinnett edness remaining in default, Pursuant to a power of this sale will be made for the sale contained in a certain purpose of paying the same, security deed executed by all expenses of the sale, Godwin Ajagbadonwu aka including attorneys’ fees Godwin Ajagba and Eunice (notice to collect same havAjagbadonwu aka Eunice ing been given) and all other Ajagba, hereinafter referred payments provided for under to as Grantor, to Mortgage the terms of the Security Electronic Registration Deed and Note.

Systems, Inc., as nominee Said property will be sold for Principal Residential on an “as-is� basis without Mortgage, Inc. recorded in any representation, warDeed Book 38046, beginning ranty or recourse against the at page 260, and modified at above-named or the underDeed Book 53493, page 93, signed. The sale will also be of the deed records of the subject to the following items Clerk of the Superior Court which may affect the title: of the aforesaid state and any outstanding ad valorem county, and by virtue of a de- taxes (including taxes which fault under the terms of said are a lien, whether or not now security deed, and the related due and payable); the right of note, the undersigned attor- redemption of any taxing auney-in-fact for the aforesaid thority; matters which would Grantor (which attorney-in- be disclosed by an accurate fact is the present holder of survey or by an inspection of said security deed and note the property; all zoning ordisecured thereby) will sell at nances; assessments; liens; the usual place of conducting encumbrances; restrictions; Sheriff’s sales in said county covenants, and any other within the legal hours of sale, matters of record superior to to the highest bidder on the said Security Deed. first Tuesday in April 2017, To the best of the knowlall property described in said edge and belief of the undersecurity deed including but signed, the owner and party not limited to the following in possession of the property described property: is DONALD GRAVETTE, or All that tract or parcel of tenants(s). land in City of Lawrenceville, The sale will be conducted Gwinnett County, State of subject (1) to confirmation Georgia, as more fully de- that the sale is not prohibited scribed in Deed Book 24922, under the U.S. Bankruptcy Page 102, ID#R6154311, be- Code and (2) to final confiring known and designated as mation and audit of the staLot 6, Block A, James Harbor, tus of the loan with the holder Unit One, Land Lot 154, 6th of the Security Deed.

District, filed in Plat Book 57, Please note that, pursuant Page 156. to O.C.G.A. § 44-14-162.2,

By Fee Simple Deed from you are not entitled by law Timothy W. Schuett and Ana to an amendment or modiItzel Schuett as set forth fication of the terms of your in Deed Book 24922, Page loan. The entity having full 102 dated 10-19-2001 and authority to negotiate, amend recorded 10-25-2001, Gwin- or modify all terms of the nett County Records, State of loan (although not required Georgia. by law to do so) is: Freedom Said legal description be- Mortgage Corporation, Loss ing controlling, however, the Mitigation Dept., 10500 KinProperty is more commonly caid Dr., Suite 300, Fishers, known as: 3262 James Har- IN 46037, Telephone Numbor Way, Lawrenceville, GA ber: 317-537-3757.

30044 FREEDOM MORTGAGE Sell Your Home for Said property will be sold CORPORATION on an “as-is� basis without Low inasFact1% asas Attorney for any representation, warDONALD GRAVETTE ranty or recourse against THE BELOW LAW FIRM the above-named or the un- MAY BE HELD TO BEGRI ACTAssociate Broker, dersigned. The sale will be INGChapman AS A DEBT HallCOLLECTOR, Realtors subject to the following items UNDER LAW. IF Direct:FEDERAL 678-613-5636 which may affect the title: SO, ANY INFORMATION OBRegina.ambrose@comcast.net any outstanding ad valorem TAINED WILL BE USED FOR Service Areas: taxes (including taxes which THAT PURPOSE. and all Counties in Atlanta area are a lien but not yet due and Gwinnett Attorney Specialty: Contact: Rubin payable); any matters which Lublin, LLC,and3145 Avalon Listing’s Agent Buyer’s Agent might be disclosed by an ac- Ridge Place, Suite 100, Availability: curate survey and inspection Peachtree Corners, 7 Days a Week, call up to 9:00 P.M.GA of the property; any assess- 30071 Experience: Over 17 Years ments, liens, encumbrances, Telephone Number: Realtors Million Dollar Club (877) zoning ordinances, restric- 813-0992 Case No. FREMLife Time Member tions, and all other matters 17-00487-1 Other Specialist: of record superior to the said AdForeclosure Run Dates 02/23/2017, and Short Sales Security Deed. The sale will 03/09/2017, 03/16/2017, be conducted subject (1) to 03/23/2017, 03/30/2017 confirmation that the sale is w w w. r u b i n l u b l i n . c o m / not prohibited under the U.S. property-listings.phpc Bankruptcy Code and (2) to 9 5 0 - 4 7 1 0 7 2 , final confirmation and audit 2/22,3/1,8,15,22,29

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ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE PUBLIC NOTICE An application for an alcohol beverage permit to serve beer, wine and distilled spirits has been filed with the City of Duluth, Georgia by the following party at the following at the following location, to wit: Applicant/Owner: Chinlin Chou Registered Agent: Chin lin Chou Business Name: C & W Restaurant Inc / DBA Taste of China Location: 2645 N. Berkeley Lake Road NW E 135, Duluth, GA 30096 Sec. 3-206. Advertisement of intent to engage in business; signs posted. (a)All applicants desirous of obtaining a license for the sale of alcohol shall give notice at their expense of the making of an application by advertisement at least twice a week for two (2) consecutive weeks, said advertisement to begin no later than ten (10) days following submission of the application required by section 3-204, application; form; content; process; deposit. The advertisement shall be published in the daily newspaper in which the legal advertisements of the city are published. The advertisement referred to herein shall be of type not smaller than ten-point capital in lower case and shall be at least a two-inch, onecolumn advertisement in size. Said notice shall contain a complete description of the location of the proposed business and shall give the name of the applicant and if a partnership, the names of the partners, whether limited or general, and if a corporation, the names of the officers and all stockholders having more than ten (10) percent of any class of corporate stock therein, and the date the application was filed with the city clerk. The advertisement shall contain the following additional statement: “AN APPLICATION HAS BEEN FILED ON 2/10/2017 WITH THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF DULUTH FOR A LICENSE TO OPERATE A Restaurant AT THE ABOVE LOCATION. A DECISION ON WHETHER OR NOT TO GRANT OR DENY SUCH A LICENSE WILL BE MADE

BY THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF DULUTH NO LATER THAN THIRTY (30) DAYS FROM THE DATE THE FILED APPLICATION IS DETERMINED TO BE COMPLETE. MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC ARE INVITED TO NOTE ANY OBJECTIONS, IN WRITING, THAT THEY MAY HAVE TO THE GRANTING OF SUCH A LICENSE BY FILING SAID WRITTEN OBJECTIONS WITH THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF DULUTH.�

904-471868, 2/23,25,3/1, 3

PUBLIC NOTICE: Notice is hereby given that the Partnership Gwinnett Public Funding Entity (501c6) shall hold a board meeting on Monday, February 27, 2017 at 2:00 p.m.

The meeting shall take place at Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce, Cisco Conference Room, 1st Floor, 6500 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth, GA 30097. The public is invited to attend.

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GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO HOLD DETOUR OPEN HOUSE FOR P.I. NO. M005567 GWINNETT COUNTY On Thursday, March 16, 2017 at Buford City Hall, 2300 Buford Highway NE, Buford, Georgia, the Georgia Department of Transportation will hold a Detour Open House concerning the project listed above.

This project proposes to rehabilitate the bridge over I-985 along Thompson Mill Road. The work will include raising the bridge structure to a minimum vertical clearance of 17’0� and adjusting the roadway and roadway items to match the new bridge elevation.

The purpose of this Detour Open House is to provide the public with an opportunity to view the proposed detour, ask questions, and to provide an opportunity for the public to comment on the project and the proposed detour.

The Open House will be held from 4 – 6 pm. It will be informal, and the public is invited to attend anytime during these hours. There will be no formal presentation.

A court reporter will be available to allow the public an opportunity to make verbal comments about the project.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information: The meeting site is accessible to persons with disabilities.

Accommodations for people with disabilities can be arranged with advance notice by calling Bryan Kerlin at 770-945-6761 or Kim Coley at 770-531-5748.

Written statements will be accepted concerning this project until Thursday, March 30, 2017. Written statements may be submitted to: Mr. Eric Duff State Environmental Administrator Georgia Department of Transportation 600 West Peachtree Street, NW – 16th Floor Atlanta, Georgia 30308 928-471525, 2/22,3/8 NOTICE OF ABANDONED VEHICLE The following motor vehicle, advertised pursuant to O.C.G.A. Code Section 4011-2, is being stored at: (Address) 1035 CRIPPLE CREEK RD, LAWRENCEVILLE GA 30045 1991 MITSUBISHI FUSO FK415 VIN# JW6DAL1B9ML001958 This vehicle is deemed abandoned and will be disposed of if not claimed by the legal owner or lienholder by (Date) 02-13-2017.

928-472028, 2/22,3/1 NOTICE OF ABANDONED VEHICLE The following motor vehicle, advertised pursuant to O.C.G.A. Code Section 4011-2, is being stored at: (Address) 1035 CRIPPLE CREEK RD, LAWRENCEVILLE GA 30045 2003 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER VIN# 1GNES16S136206435 This vehicle is deemed abandoned and will be disposed of if not claimed by the legal owner or lienholder by (Date) 02-13-2017.

928-472029, 2/22,3/1 NOTICE OF ABANDONED VEHICLE The following motor vehicle, advertised pursuant to O.C.G.A. Code Section 40-11-2, is being stored at: (Address) 6180 NORCROSS TUCKER RD, NORCROSS GA 30093 2006 BMW M5 VIN# WBSNB93546B583450 This vehicle is deemed abandoned and will be disposed of if not claimed by the legal owner or lienholder by (Date) 02-13-2017.

928-472026, 2/22,3/1

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for Hall County, Georgia and Incorporated Areas The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and where applicable, Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report, reflecting proposed flood hazard determinations within Hall County, Georgia and Incorporated Areas. These flood hazard determinations may include the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations, base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway.

Technical information or comments are solicited on the proposed flood hazard determinations shown on the preliminary FIRM and/or FIS report for Hall County, Georgia and Incorporated Areas. These flood hazard determinations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that your community is required to either adopt or show evidence of being already in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. However, before these determinations are effective for floodplain management purposes, you will be provided an opportunity to appeal the proposed information. For information on the statutory 90-day period provided for appeals, as well as a complete listing of the communities affected and the locations where copies of the FIRM are available for review, please visit FEMA’s website at www.fema.gov/ plan/prevent/fhm/bfe, or call the FEMA Map Information eXchange (FMIX) toll free at 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877336-2627).

928-469651, 2/15,22

PUBLIC SALES/ AUCTIONS NOTICE “Scotty’s Thrifty Storage� - Duluth shall conduct a public sale on the following spaces at 3280 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Duluth, GA 30096, Thursday February 23, 2017 at 4:00p.m.

Unit D44 Ronald NoschUnit is said to contain Suitcase, Mattress, TV, A/C (?), Bicycle, Chest, Microwave, Miscellaneous Storage Tubs.

929-471261, 2/17,22 NOTICE Notice is hereby given that on February 28, 2017 U-Haul Company of Atlanta North-East will be offering for sale under the contractual landlords lien process by public auction the following storage units. The goods to be sold are generally described as household goods. U-Haul reserves the right to refuse any and all bids. Payment will be made in cash only. The sale will begin at 1150 Dogwood Dr Se, Conyers, Ga at 8:30 am and continue to each location as follows. Location stops subject to change or cancel.

-1150 Dogwood Dr, Conyers, Ga 30012 -4360 Covington Hwy, Decatur, Ga 30035 -4940 Memorial Dr, Stone Mountain, Ga 30083 -855 Northern Clarkston, Ga 30021

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-3605 Sams Clarkston, Ga 30021

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-2040 Scenic Hwy, Snellville, Ga 30078 – ALONDRA JONES-1429, MARC GRIMES-1600, CLAY JONES-1235, AUNDREA STIDOL-0002, TRACEY ARMSTRONG-0102, RONNIE OWENS-0211 -3804 Buford Dr, Buford, Ga 30315 – MONIQUE JONES-0336, JACQUELINE STEPHENS-0339, TIFFANY WINCHESTER-FORD-0022, CAMERON SHERMAN-0394, EVETTE HODGES-0259, DANA CUNNINGHAM-0251, JACQUELINE SHROPETULOS-0401, FABIOLA OLIBERA-0305, JAMES WILSON III – 0261 -4211 McEver Rd, Oakwood, Ga 30012(No Sale!!)

929-470648, 2/15,22 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: The following self-storage Cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart 814 Buford Drive Lawrenceville Ga, 30043 to satisfy a lien on March 8th 2017 at approx.2:00 PM at www.storagetreasures.com Name Unit # General Description of Property Sinessa B Weathington 511 Roderick Anton Martin 153 Reshada Victorine 296 929-470119, 2/15,22 GEORGIA SINGLE FACILITY NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that Champion Self Storage Grayson, 2415 Loganville Hwy., Grayson, Ga. 30017 will sell the contents of the storage units listed below at a public auction to satisfy a lien placed on the contents (pursuant to the Self Storage Facility Act of the Georgia Code). The sale will take place at the website StorageStuff.Bid on March 16th at 9:00 am.

The sale will be conducted under the guidance of Cheli Rosa (AU003807) on behalf of the facility’s management.

Contents will be sold for cash only to the highest bidder. A 10% buyer’s premium will

NOTICE OF SALE UNDER POWER Georgia, Gwinnett County Under and by virtue of the Power of Sale contained in a Deed to Secure Debt given by Rhonda R. Gregson to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (MERS) as nominee for Taylor, Bean & Whitaker Mortgage Corp., dated February 27, 2006, and recorded in Deed Book 46271, Page 727, Gwinnett County, Georgia records, as last transferred to Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC by Assignment recorded in Deed Book 54663, Page 740, Gwinnett County, Georgia Records, conveying the after-described property to secure a Note of even date in the original principal amount of $101,270.00, with interest at the rate specified therein, there will be sold by the undersigned at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash before the Courthouse door of Gwinnett County, Georgia, within the legal hours of sale on the first Tuesday in April, 2017, to wit: April 4, 2017, the following described property: All that improved real property lying and being in Land Lot 282 of the 6th District of Gwinnett County, Georgia, being more particularly described as Unit No. 503 of Glenleaf, A Condominium (the “Condominium�), as per that certain As-Built Survey for Glenleaf, A Condominium, dated October 29, 1984, prepared by Planners and Engineers Collaborative (Robert L. White, Georgia Registered Land Surveyor No. 2080), recorded in Condominium Plat Book 1, Pages 154-155, Gwinnett County, Georgia, Records, as supplemented by that certain As-Built Survey for Glenleaf, A Condominium, Phase II, dated January 17, 1985, prepared by Planners and Engineers Collaborative (Robert L. White, Georgia Registered Land Surveyor No. 2080) and recorded in Condominium Plat Book 1, pages 173-174, Gwinnett County, Georgia, Records (said plats hereinafter collectively called the “Condominium Plat�), and as per those certain Plans for Glenleaf, A Condominium, prepared by Niles Bolton Associates, Inc., Architects and Planners, dated January 9, 1984, last revised October 29, 1984, recorded in Condominium Floor Plan Cabinet No. 1, Gwinnett County, Georgia, Records, as supplemented by those certain Plans for Glenleaf, A Condominium, Phase II, prepared by Niles Bolton Associates, Inc., Architects and Planners, dated January 9, 1984, last revised January 30, 1985, recorded in Condominium Floor Plan Cabinet No., 1, Gwinnett County, Georgia, Records (said plans hereinafter collectively called the “Condominium Plans�), said Condominium Plat and Condominium Plans being incorporated herein by this reference as a part of the description of the property hereby conveyed; TOGETHER WITH, as an appurtenance to the said Unit, all improvements thereon or attached thereto and intended to be used as a part thereof and all fixtures and personalty, attached thereto or located therein and all easements and other rights set forth for the benefit of said Unit in that certain Declaration for Glenleaf, A Condominium, dated October 29, 1984, recorded in Deed Book 2906, page 512, Gwinnett County, Georgia, Records, as amended by that certain First Amendment to Declaration for Glenleaf, A Condominium, dated February 11, 1985, recorded in Deed Book 2975, page 62, Gwinnett County, Georgia, Records (said Declaration for Glenleaf, A Condominium, as now existing and amended and as hereafter modified or amended as provided therein, is referred to herein as the “Declaration�). Said Unit and all appurtenances and improvements thereto are hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Unit�.

The debt secured by said Deed to Secure Debt has been and is hereby declared due because of, among other possible events of default, Bogie Gheorghiu failure to pay the indebtedness as REALTOR and when due and in the manner provided in KELLER REALTY the NoteWILLIAMS and Deed to Secure Debt.

The debt remaining in ATLANTA PARTNERS default, this sale will be made 4878 Manhattan Drivethe for the purpose of paying Buford, GA expenses 30518 of same and all this sale, as provided in the C:770.925.5701 Deed to Secure Debt and by O:678.318.5000 law, including attorney’s fees (notice of intent to collect bogie@kw.com attorney’s fees having been given).For more info: Said property is commonly georgiahomepricing.com known as 503 Glenleaf Drive, Norcross, GA 30092, together with all fixtures and personal property attached to and constituting a part of said property. To the best

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469630-1

City of Lawrenceville, 70 S. Clayton St., Lawrenceville, Georgia 30046. Purchase of Gas Pipe and Materials.

Separate sealed bids for the Purchase of Gas Pipe and Materials will be received by the City of Lawrenceville City Hall located at 70 S. Clayton St., Lawrenceville, Georgia until 3:00 P.M. local time on Wednesday, March 8, 2017 and then at said office will be opened and publicly read aloud. Bid packages are available at Lawrenceville City Hall, City Administration, 70 S. Clayton St., Lawrenceville, Georgia 30046 or on the City website www.lawrencevillega.org . To obtain further information, please email Steve Murray, Purchasing Manager, steve.murray@lawrencevillegaweb.com.

902-471078, 2/22,3/1

NOTICE OF ABANDONED VEHICLE The following motor vehicle, advertised pursuant to O.C.G.A. Code Section 4011-2, is being stored at: (Address) 4155 LILBURN IND WAY, LILBURN GA 30047 2006 TOYOTA COROLLA VIN# JTDBR32E460060087 This vehicle is deemed abandoned and will be disposed of if not claimed by the legal owner or lienholder by (Date) 02-13-2017.

928-472027, 2/22,3/1

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NOTICE City of Lawrenceville, 70 S. Clayton St., Lawrenceville, Georgia 30046. East Crogan Street Sidewalk Project. Separate sealed bids for the East Crogan Street Sidewalk Project will be received by the City of Lawrenceville City Hall located at 70 S. Clayton St., Lawrenceville, Georgia until 3:00 P.M. local time on Thursday, March 23, 2017 and then at said office will be opened and publicly read aloud. The work to be performed under this Contract shall consist of demolition & replacement of concrete driveways & sidewalks; curbs & gutters. Bid packages are available at Lawrenceville City Hall, City Administration, 70 S. Clayton St., Lawrenceville, Georgia 30046 or on the City website www.lawrencevillega.org . To obtain further information, please email Steve Murray, Purchasing Manager, steve. murray@lawrencevillegaweb.com.

902-471529, 2/22,3/1

STATE BOARD MEMBER TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARING MARCH 2, 2017 Lisa Kinnemore to Host State Board of Education Fourth District Public Hearing The State Board of Education will hold a public hearing for citizens in the Fourth Congressional District on Thursday, March 2, 2017.

The meeting will be held from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Southwest DeKalb High School, 2863 Kelley Chapel Road, Decatur, Georgia 30034.

The purpose of the hearing is to hear comments from interested citizens and educators within the congressional district regarding performance and problems of public education.

Persons wishing to speak should sign in upon arrival.

For more information, please contact Mrs. Debbie Caputo at 404-657-7410.

The Georgia Department of Education does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to, access to, or operations of its programs, services or activities. Individuals who need assistance or auxiliary aids for participation in this public forum are invited to make their needs known to Mrs. Debbie Caputo at (404) 657-7410, no later than 72 hours before the scheduled event.

928-470120, 2/15,22

liens, encumbrances, zoning ordinances, easements, County, Georgia Records, conveying the after-derestrictions, covenants, etc.

The sale will be conducted scribed property to secure a in the original principal Note subject to (1) confirmation that the sale is not prohibited amount of ONE HUNDRED SIXTY-NINE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2017THOUSAND • B7 under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code; (2) O.C.G.A. Section THREE HUNDRED FORTYAND 0/100 DOLLARS TWO 9-13-172.1; and (3) final confirmation and audit of the ($169,342.00), with interest status of the loan with the thereon as set forth therein, there will be sold at public holder of the security deed.

Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Sec- outcry to the highest bidder cash before the courtfor tion 9-13-172.1, which allows for certain procedures house door of Gwinnett Georgia, or at such County, regarding the rescission of judicial and nonjudicial sales place as may be lawfully as an alternadesignated in the State of Georgia, the Deed Under Power and other tive, within the legal hours foreclosure documents may of sale on the first Tuesday in not be provided until final April, 2017, the following deconfirmation and audit of the scribed property: SEE EXHIBstatus of the loan as provided IT “A� ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF in the preceding paragraph.

Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Sec- The debt secured by said SeDeed has been and is curity tion 44-14-162.2, the entity that has full authority to ne- hereby declared due because gotiate, amend and modify all of, among other possible terms of the mortgage with events of default, failure to the indebtedness as and payFORECLOSURES debtor is: the FORECLOSURES Carrington Mortgage Ser- when due and in the manprovided in the Note ner vices, LLC Attention: Loss Mitigation and Security Deed. The debt in default, this sale remaining Department 1600 South Douglass will be made for the purpose of paying the same and all Road, Suite 200-A expenses of this sale, as proAnaheim, CA 92806 in Security Deed and by vided 1-888-788-7306 The foregoing notwith- law, including attorney’s fees of intent to collect (notice standing, nothing in OC.G.A. Section 44-14-162.2 shall attorney’s fees having been Said property will be given). be construed to require the secured creditor to negotiate, sold subject to any outstandamend or modify the terms ing ad valorem taxes (includof the Deed to Secure Debt ing taxes which are a lien, but not yet due and payable), described herein.

This sale is conducted on any matters which might be by an accurate disclosed behalf of the secured creditor under the power of sale survey and inspection of the any assessments, property, granted in the aforementioned security instrument, liens, encumbrances, zoning ordinances, restrictions, covspecifically being Carrington Mortgage Ser- enants, and matters of record to the Security Deed superior vices, LLC first set out above. MidFirst as attorney in fact for is the holder of the SeBank Rhonda R. Gregson curity Deed to the property in Martin & Brunavs with OCGA § 44accordance 5775 Glenridge Drive 14-162.2. The entity that has Building D, Suite 100 full authority to negotiate, Atlanta, GA 30328 amend, and modify all terms 404.982.0088 the mortgage with the of THIS LAW FIRM IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR AT- debtor is: Midland Mortgage, division of MidFirst Bank, a TEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION 999 N.W. Grand Boulevard 100, Oklahoma City, OK Suite OBTAINED WILL BE USED 73118-6116 800-654-4566.

FOR THAT PURPOSE. To the best knowledge and MBFC16-325 9 5 0 - 4 7 0 6 4 2 , belief of the undersigned, party in possession of the 2/22,3/1,8,15,22,29 the property is Guillermo Perdomo and Guadalupe Perdomo-Cubias or a tenant NOTICE OF SALE or tenants and said property UNDER POWER is more commonly known as GEORGIA, 2995 Superior Drive, DacuGWINNETT COUNTY la, Georgia 30019. The sale THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO will be conducted subject COLLECT A DEBT. ANY (1) to confirmation that the INFORMATION OBTAINED sale is not prohibited under WILL BE USED FOR THAT the U.S. Bankruptcy Code PURPOSE. and (2) to final confirmation Under and by virtue of the and audit of the status of the Power of Sale contained in a loan with the holder of the Security Deed given by Ja- security deed. MidFirst Bank vier Perdomo-Cubias, Guill- as Attorney in Fact for Javier ermo Perdomo and Gua- Perdomo-Cubias, Guillermo dalupe Perdomo-Cubias to Perdomo and Guadalupe National City Mortgage Co Perdomo-Cubias McCalla dba Commonwealth United Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Mortgage Company, dated 1544 Old Alabama Road May 15, 2001, recorded in Roswell, Georgia 30076 Deed Book 23194, Page 199, www.foreclosurehotline.net Gwinnett County, Georgia EXHIBIT “A� All that tract or Records and as modified by parcel of land lying and bethat certain Loan Modifica- ing in Land Lot 309 of the tion Agreement recorded in 5th District, Gwinnett County, Deed Book 52780, Page 475, Georgia, being Lot 4, Block Gwinnett County, Georgia F, Unit 3, Tanner Estates Records, as last transferred North Subdivision, as per to MidFirst Bank by assign- plat thereof recorded in Plat ment recorded in Deed Book Book 52, page 206, Gwinnett 52301, Page 887, Gwinnett County, Georgia Records, County, Georgia Records, which plat is incorporated conveying the after-de- herein by reference and made scribed property to secure a a part hereof. MR/sju 4/4/17 Note in the original principal Our file no. 5411913 - FT17 amount of ONE HUNDRED 9 5 0 - 4 7 1 0 6 3 , THOUSAND 2/22,3/8,15,22,29 SIXTY-NINE THREE HUNDRED FORTYTWO AND 0/100 DOLLARS ($169,342.00), with interest thereon as set forth therein, there will be sold at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash before the courthouse door of Gwinnett County, Georgia, or at such place as may be lawfully designated as an alternative, within the legal hours of sale on the first Tuesday in April, 2017, the following described property: SEE EXHIBIT “A� ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HEREOF The debt secured by said Security Deed has been and is hereby declared due because of, among other possible events of default, failure to pay the indebtedness as and when due and in the manner provided in the Note and Security Deed. The debt remaining in default, this sale will be made for the purpose of paying the same and all expenses of this sale, as provided in Security Deed and by law, including attorney’s fees (notice of intent to collect attorney’s fees having been given). Said property will be sold subject to any outstanding ad valorem taxes (including taxes which are a lien, but not yet due and payable), any matters which might be disclosed by an accurate survey and inspection of the property, any assessments, liens, encumbrances, zoning ordinances, restrictions, covenants, and matters of record superior to the Security Deed first set out above. MidFirst Bank is the holder of the Security Deed to the property in accordance with OCGA § 4414-162.2. The entity that has full authority to negotiate, amend, and modify all terms of the mortgage with the debtor is: Midland Mortgage, a division of MidFirst Bank, 999 N.W. Grand Boulevard Suite 100, Oklahoma City, OK 73118-6116 800-654-4566.

To the best knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the party in possession of the property is Guillermo Perdomo and Guadalupe Perdomo-Cubias or a tenant or tenants and said property is more commonly known as 2995 Superior Drive, Dacula, Georgia 30019. The sale will be conducted subject (1) to confirmation that the To place please call saleaisClassified not prohibitedad under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and (2) to final confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the holder of the security deed. MidFirst Bank with a Sales Rep. or youforcan place an ad online at as Attorney in Fact Javier Perdomo-Cubias, Guillermo www.gwinnettdailypost.com Perdomo and Guadalupe Perdomo-Cubias McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC 1544 Old Alabama Road Roswell, Georgia 30076 www.foreclosurehotline.net EXHIBIT “A� All that tract or parcel of land lying and being in Land Lot 309 of the 5th District, Gwinnett County, Georgia, being Lot 4, Block F, Unit 3, Tanner Estates North Subdivision, as per plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 52, page 206, Gwinnett County, Georgia Records, which plat is incorporated herein by reference and made a part hereof. MR/sju 4/4/17 Our file no. 5411913 - FT17 9 5 0 - 4 7 1 0 6 3 , 2/22,3/8,15,22,29

ber 29, 1984, recorded in Condominium Floor Plan Cabinet No. 1, Gwinnett County, Georgia, Records, as supplemented by those certain Plans for Glenleaf, A Condominium, Phase II, prepared by Niles Bolton Associates, Inc., Architects and Planners, dated January 9, 1984, last revised January 30, 1985, recorded in Condominium Floor Plan Cabinet No., 1, Gwinnett County, Georgia, Records (said plans hereinafter collectively called the “Condominium Plans�), said Condominium Plat and Condominium Plans being incorporated herein by this reference as a part of the description of the property hereby conveyed; TOGETHER WITH, as an appurtenance to the said Unit, all improvements thereon or attached thereto and intended to be used as a part thereof and all fixtures and personalty, FORECLOSURES thereto or located attached therein and all easements and other rights set forth for the benefit of said Unit in that certain Declaration for Glenleaf, A Condominium, dated October 29, 1984, recorded in Deed Book 2906, page 512, Gwinnett County, Georgia, Records, as amended by that certain First Amendment to Declaration for Glenleaf, A Condominium, dated February 11, 1985, recorded in Deed Book 2975, page 62, Gwinnett County, Georgia, Records (said Declaration for Glenleaf, A Condominium, as now existing and amended and as hereafter modified or amended as provided therein, is referred to herein as the “Declaration�). Said Unit and all appurtenances and improvements thereto are hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Unit�.

The debt secured by said Deed to Secure Debt has been and is hereby declared due because of, among other possible events of default, failure to pay the indebtedness as and when due and in the manner provided in the Note and Deed to Secure Debt. The debt remaining in default, this sale will be made for the purpose of paying the same and all expenses of this sale, as provided in the Deed to Secure Debt and by law, including attorney’s fees (notice of intent to collect attorney’s fees having been given).

Said property is commonly known as 503 Glenleaf Drive, Norcross, GA 30092, together with all fixtures and personal property attached to and constituting a part of said property. To the best knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the party (or parties) in possession of the subject property is (are): Rhonda R. Gregson or tenant or tenants.

Said property will be sold subject to (a) any outstanding ad valorem taxes (including taxes which are a lien, but not yet due and payable), (b) any matters which might be disclosed by an accurate survey and inspection of the property, and (c) all matters of record superior to the Deed to Secure Debt first set out above, including, but not limited to, assessments, liens, encumbrances, zoning ordinances, easements, restrictions, covenants, etc.

The sale will be conducted subject to (1) confirmation that the sale is not prohibited under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code; (2) O.C.G.A. Section 9-13-172.1; and (3) final confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the holder of the security deed.

Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 9-13-172.1, which allows for certain procedures regarding the rescission of judicial and nonjudicial sales in the State of Georgia, the Deed Under Power and other foreclosure documents may not be provided until final confirmation and audit of the status of the loan as provided in the preceding paragraph.

Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 44-14-162.2, the entity that has full authority to negotiate, amend and modify all terms of the mortgage with the debtor is: Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC Attention: Loss Mitigation Department 1600 South Douglass Road, Suite 200-A Anaheim, CA 92806 1-888-788-7306 The foregoing notwithstanding, nothing in OC.G.A. Section 44-14-162.2 shall be construed to require the secured creditor to negotiate, amend or modify the terms of the Deed to Secure Debt described herein.

This sale is conducted on behalf of the secured creditor under the power of sale granted in the aforementioned security instrument, specifically being Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC as attorney in fact for Rhonda R. Gregson Martin & Brunavs 5775 Glenridge Drive Building D, Suite 100 Atlanta, GA 30328 404.982.0088 THIS LAW FIRM IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. MBFC16-325 9 5 0 - 4 7 0 6 4 2 , 2/22,3/1,8,15,22,29

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Walnut Grove Pressure Improvement Project Phase II. Separate sealed bids for the Walnut Grove Pressure Improvement Project Phase II will be received by the City of Lawrenceville City Hall located at 70 S. Clayton St., Lawrenceville, Georgia until 3:00 P.M. local time on Monday, March 20, 2017 and then at said office will be opened and publicly read aloud. The work to be performed under this Contract shall consist of installation of 15,000 feet of plastic gas main. Bid packages are available at Lawrenceville City Hall, City Administration, 70 S. Clayton St., Lawrenceville, Georgia 30046 or on the City www.lawrencevilwebsite lega.org . To obtain further information, please email Steve Murray, Purchasing Manager, steve.murray@lawrencevillegaweb.com.

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ing been given) and all other payments provided for under the terms of the Security Deed and Note.

Said property will be sold on an “as-is� basis without any representation, warranty or recourse against the above-named or the undersigned. The sale will also be subject to the following items which may affect the title: any outstanding ad valorem taxes (including taxes which are a lien, whether or not now due and payable); the right of redemption of any taxing authority; matters which would be disclosed by an accurate survey or by an inspection of the property; all zoning ordinances; assessments; liens; encumbrances; restrictions; covenants, and any other matters of record superior to said Security Deed.

To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the owner and party FORECLOSURES in possession of the property is DONALD GRAVETTE, or tenants(s).

The sale will be conducted subject (1) to confirmation that the sale is not prohibited under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and (2) to final confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the holder of the Security Deed.

Please note that, pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 44-14-162.2, you are not entitled by law to an amendment or modification of the terms of your loan. The entity having full authority to negotiate, amend or modify all terms of the loan (although not required by law to do so) is: Freedom Mortgage Corporation, Loss Mitigation Dept., 10500 Kincaid Dr., Suite 300, Fishers, IN 46037, Telephone Number: 317-537-3757.

FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION as Attorney in Fact for DONALD GRAVETTE THE BELOW LAW FIRM MAY BE HELD TO BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, UNDER FEDERAL LAW. IF SO, ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Attorney Contact: Rubin Lublin, LLC, 3145 Avalon Ridge Place, Suite 100, Peachtree Corners, GA 30071 Telephone Number: (877) 813-0992 Case No. FREM17-00487-1 Ad Run Dates 02/23/2017, 03/16/2017, 03/09/2017, 03/23/2017, 03/30/2017 w w w. r u b i n l u b l i n . c o m / property-listings.phpc 9 5 0 - 4 7 1 0 7 2 , 2/22,3/1,8,15,22,29

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EHO - $120,000 Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealty professionals.com LAKE/RIVER/COASTAL PROPERTY FOR SALE EATONTON, GA 31024 210 RIVER LAKE DR.

2 Communities!

One on Singleton Road & One on Law’ville-Suwanee Road! 2BR & 3BR, 2BA, Fireplace, Vaulted Ceilings, Off Street Parking.

Starting @ $900/mo.

B.C. PROPERTIES 770-446-1550 770-995-8828 MOBILE HOMES & LOTS FOR RENT BARROW-AUBURN 1-2-3 BEDROOMS IN MOBILE HOME COMMUNITY. Rent Starting at $100/ week. Large Lots.

770-513-3151 COMMERCIAL RENTALS

MONROE, GA 30656 506 MORGANS LANDING

ELEGANT TRADITIONAL! Lovely 4BR & 2.5BA 2 Story is Simply Elegant!! • Open Floor Plan • Family Room with Fireplace • Includes An Above Ground Pool.

EHO • $175,900 Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealty professionals.com

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PRICE REDUCTION! 5BR/3BA RANCH With Full Finished Basement! On 1.22 Acres. Vaulted Family Room with Fireplace, Formal Dining Room, Oversized Kitchen with Breakfast Area.

Split Bedroom Plan.

EHO - $189,900 Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealty professionals.com

SNELLVILLE, GA 30078 3174 PATE ROAD

STUNNING LISTING! Beautiful 2 Story with Massive Space and Extensive Moldings & Trim. Sits On Full Unfinished Basement.

5BR/4.5BA. A Must See! $415,900. EHO Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealty professionals.com

Maintenance

Summer Seasoned

Call for a Free Estimate

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M&M Lawn

Bucket Truck

MONROE, GA 30655 3595 BRISCOE DR.

FOOD AND RESTAURANT JOB We’re looking for positive and outgoing team players who love great food and want to provide superior service to our Guests.

Even you do not have experience for Korean food, we are welcome to join with us and learn it together Prep Cooks/Server/ Bus Boy/Dish Washier/ Sous Chef inkim@cpnpinc.com (770-674-2310) “The Stone Grill is Korean Grill and Fusion Restaurant (www. thestonebbq.com)�

Experienced Tree Work 20+ Years

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NOW HIRING PPACKAGING ACKAGING SUPERVISOR SERVICE DEPAR DEPARTMENT

Expert Take Downs √ 20Years Experience √ Insured √ Free Estimates √ Stump Grinding

LANDSCAPING/ LAWN CARE

MIKE’S TREE SERVICE

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BEAUTIFUL HOME! HUD CASE # 105-305453 4BR/2.5BA TRADITIONAL HOME • Separate Living/ Dining Room • Kitchen with Center Island • Family Room with Fireside Fireplace Insured with Escrow.

EHO - $210,000 Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealty professionals.com

COUNTRY BOY TREE REMOVAL

LANDSCAPING/ LAWN CARE

GORGEOUS LAKE LOT! Beautiful Shaded Lake Lot With Hardwoods With Great Views of Lake Oconee.

EHO • $245,000 Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealtyprofessionals.com

LAWRENCEVILLE OFFICE/ WAREHOUSES SPACE AVAILABLE 750 to 3600 sf Mike 404-375-5438.

GARAGE SALES Reynold’s Landing/ Greene County Waterfront lake lot/ gated. Golf membership available. Dock/ lift. 1080 Paloma Drive. $279k.

Call 706-718-0165.

DO YOUR SHARE

LAWRENCEVILLE MOVING SALE Sat. 8-4. 911 Camden Hill Ct. Microwave, La-Z-Boy couch & loveseat, refrig, furn., lamps, dishes, bikes, wall decor, clothes & more.

LAWRENCEVILLE Moving, Everything Must Go! Fri. 2/24 & Sat. 2/25, 9-4. 2580 Lockemeade Way. Tools, gifts, games, linens, hshld., rugs & much more!

PRICED TO SELL!

VINTAGE, ANTIQUE & DÉCOR AUCTION SATURDAY February 25th 10:00 am MADISON LIONS CLUB BUILDING (beside Wal-Mart) 1391 Fair Ground Rd. MADISON, GEORGIA This 1000 lot auction will feature period 19TH Century furniture, English & French furniture, Batesville dining set, R J Horner curio, selection of Modern History chests, bed & more, Somerset Bay huntboard, primitives, Victorian secretaries, corner cupboards, pie safes & cupboards, painted furniture, Kincaid bed set, formal mahogany, collection R S Prussia portrait porcelain, Limoges, Nippon, mid-century, country collectibles, antique crocks & jugs, pottery, early artwork, Rose Medallion, cut glass, tea caddy boxes, stained glass, silver dollars, coins, country store items & advertising, quilts, clocks, bronze statues, garden items, rugs & more! www.bhantique auctions.com (434) 251-5769 Auctioneer STEVE BURKE Auctioneer #NR3155

Find Something for Everybunny in the

Gwinnett Daily Post Classifieds just call: 770.962.7355

ANNOUNCEMENTS

LOST & FOUND LOST RINGS Pls. contact if found, Marquis Garnet ring, size 8, & a lg sz.8. diamond from Windsor Walk 19972002. 470-509-6220

FURNITURE/ HOUSEHOLD GOODS VEHICLES WAS H E R / D RY E R : Estate by Whirlpool, heavy duty, $250/pair.

Chest of Drawers, 6 drawers, maple, $75.

T-Cart, gold plated, 2 levels, on wheels (Hollywood Cart), $150. Medical Equip: Bath stool w/ extendable legs, walker for tall/lg. person, and mobile potti-lg. sz., less than 2 yrs. old, less than 6 mos. use, all for $55. Ab Lounger, $40.

Call 409-983-0156.

HONDA ACCORD EX, 2005, TOW CAR, NICE, RED, AUTO, NEW TIRES & RADIO, 1 OWNER. $4200.

CALL 404-376-7812

WANT TO BUY CEMETERY LOTS FOR SALE COVINGTON LAWNWOOD CEMETERY: 2 LOTS, Section E, Lot 6, Spaces 1 & 2. $4000.

Call 404-376-7812

LAWRENCEVILLE, 30044 Yard sale Fri.2/24 & Sat. 2/25, 8-3 & Sun. 2/26, 11-3. 600 Trombley Bay Lane.

TOO MUCH TO LIST!

CASH PAID FOR WORLD WAR I & WORLD WAR II Daggers, swords, uniforms, medals, helmets, patches, photos, sterling wings, etc. Call 770-483-4870

JEEP WRANGLER, SPORT 4.0, 1998 Red With Black Top, Lift Kit, New Tires, Many Extras. Looks & Drives Great! $7900.

770-519-3438