Gwinnett Daily Post — October 30, 2015

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Shot teen in critical condition

By Danielle Ryan danielle.ryan@gwinnettdailypost.com

Melanie Perez Covarrubias, center, makes her way around the track in her “Swan Princess Ballerina” costume on Thursday at Central Gwinnett High School in Lawrenceville. Covarrubias, 5, is a student at Dacula Elementary whose costume was made by Central Gwinnett students as part of the “Magic Wheelchair” program. (Staff Photos: David Welker)

Halloween KNIGHTS

Central Gwinnett students unveil magic wheelchair costumes

By Keith Farner

As details emerged Thursday, a 16-yearold boy who allegedly wielded a knife, causing a Gwinnett police officer to shoot him, remained in critical condition.

Gwinnett police released audio of two 911 calls placed by the teen’s stepfather, detailing his concern that the boy was a danger to his siblings.

The stepfather told dispatch that he received a frightening call from his stepson, threatening his siblings at home.

Police had reportedly visited the residence twice in the 24 hours leading up to the shooting, both times at the stepfather’s behest, according to the 911 recordings.

“He just called me and threatened me because I had the police out there last night because he had not come home from school and we had no idea what happened to him.

He ended up coming home and I thought he was intoxicated,” the stepfather said in the first call. “This morning when it was time for him to go to school, he told me to, ‘Go to hell,’ he wasn’t going to school, so I called the police.”

The stepfather said he was on his way to the residence as he was making the 911

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Decision on new Kroger postponed

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By Danielle Ryan

LAWRENCEVILLE — The night was so fun it included two laps around the track to pick up more candy.

For 10-year-old Jonathan Jimenez-Jimenez, his Halloween costume dreams were realized.

“Just like I imagined it,” he said.

At Central Gwinnett High School’s annual safe trick-ortreat event on Thursday night, a group of students unveiled two Halloween costumes they’ve worked on for six weeks. The projects required additional hours, including Saturdays, but the finished product exceeded expectations.

Some of the techniques and resources used to make “Terminator,” “Jurassic Park,” “Robocop” and “Alien” made their way inside a carpentry shop at Central Gwinnett High School.

California special effects meets the Central Gwinnett Black Knights.

Working after school for about two hours a day for less than two months, some 45 students crafted two “magic wheel-

Jonathan.

“This Halloween is really special,” Melanie’s mother Maria said through an interpreter.

“The guys did a really good job

Some residents are concerned about the effect a new Kroger Marketplace proposed to be built in Snellville might have on the environment and traffic, prompting officials to postpone their decision on allowing the store.

At a public hearing hosted Thursday night by the Snellville Planning Commission, residents voiced concerns and had questions answered by representatives of Kroger’s planning and building team.

The proposed 123,000-square-foot Kroger Marketplace would replace a smaller Kroger nearby and would contain a drive-through pharmacy, a Starbucks, a toy section, home decor, a sushi bar, a cheese and olive bar and a fuel center.

In addition, the store will offer a “click list” where customers can buy groceries online, park in a special space and have their groceries brought out to them.

Similar Kroger Marketplace stores exist in Athens and Gainesville.

Abdul Amir, a traffic consultant with Kroger, reassured worried residents that traffic studies have shown that the Kroger will not cause any major traffic issues.

One concern raised by Tom Flynn

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Jonathan Jimenez-Jimenez, 10, talks with Nathan Nguyen, center, and Michael Woods, right, before he makes his way around the track on Thursday at Central Gwinnett High School in Lawrenceville. Woods and Nguyen, students at Central Gwinnett, helped create Jimenez’s Mega Charizard costume as part of the “Magic Wheelchair” program.

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chairs” for a pair of Dacula Elementary students who were selected after a coloring contest.

Both of the students live in the Central Gwinnett cluster. Their rewards were to wear a swan princess ballerina costume for 5-year-old Melanie Perez Covarrubias, and a fire-breathing Pokemon Mega Charizard for

After election, Snellville residents pray for peace at last

By Joshua Sharpe

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SNELLVILLE — Here, where the mayor sues the city, where the clerk claims most elected officials are racists, where the Georgia Supreme Court must decide who has the authority to fire the city attorney, common ground can be hard to find.

For the last four years, the proverbial lines in the sand

Kelly Kautz

Tom Witts

have been clear and sharp: it’s Mayor Kelly Kautz v. the city council and those who would work on its side.

Who’s in the right? Depends

who you ask.

But residents in this prideful southern Gwinnett Garry A. County Lapides town seem to agree on at least one point ahead of the Tuesday election for the mayor’s job: the contention must stop.

“It’s not good for Snell-

ville,” longtime resident Mel Buck said Wednesday, after casting his ballot during early voting.

“It impedes progress,” his wife, Gloria, chimed in outside City Hall.

The Bucks were cagey about who they’d chosen to lessen the tensions.

Kautz is running against frequent foe Tom Witts, the former mayor pro tem, and Garry A. Lapides, an ex-city planning commission mem-

other side was at fault in the bickering. So has Witts, a Pennsylvania native and U.S. Navy veteran, who has supber, who mentioned only one port from at least three council members, with whom he issue in his five-paragraph routinely joined in 5-1 votes campaign announcement. against the mayor.

“Life under good governOn Wednesday, residents ment is rarely dramatic; life who turned out to cast early under a bad government is ballots had varying opinions always so,” Lapides said, on the source of the trouble. quoting Oscar Wilde.

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Five fireworks stores set to open in Gwinnett

By Curt Yeomans

Georgia. Businesses that were once temporary operations which popped up under tents in parking Gwinnett County will lots around the Fourth of have a few more permaJuly are quickly becomnent options for Fourth of ing permanent fixtures July and New Years Eve since legislators approved fireworks purchases. fireworks sales in Georgia County commissionearlier this year. ers approved five separate The stores approved zoning requests for TNT by commissioners this and Jake’s Fireworks stores week bring the number of this week. The TNT stores storefront fireworks busiplan to be seasonal businesses to six. A year-round nesses for now, operating Phantom Fireworks store only during the two peak was previously approved periods for fireworks sales, for a strip mall near Gwinbut Jake’s is eyeing a year- nett Place Mall. round operation.

Jake’s Fireworks will “We just want to sell open in a 6,477-square-foot fireworks,” TNT represen- vacant restaurant out-parcel tative Kathy Roos said. building in the Market Storefront fireworks Place shopping center, stores are a rapidly grownear Gwinnett Place Mall, ing business group in at 3377 Club Drive near

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Duluth. The company’s attorney, Michael Lober, said it is buying the building and is looking at establishing a long-term business there.

“The intention would be to keep it operating as much as possible, depending on business,” Lober said. “They generally keep things open most of the summer and during the major holidays, and they usually go to reduced hours the rest of the year.”

Meanwhile, four TNT Fireworks locations will open in the county. They will sell sparklers, novelty items and TNT T-Shirts, hats and posters, as well as fireworks, according to county documents. They will be located at: • A 4,482-square-foot

store in the Stone Mountain Festival shopping center, 1825 Rockbridge Road, near Stone Mountain.

• An 1,880-square-foot store in the Live Oak Plaza shopping center, 6100 Live Oak Parkway, near Norcross.

• A 3,800-square-foot store in the Lawrenceville Market shopping center, 875 Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road near Lawrenceville.

• A 1,360-square-foot store in the Marketplace at Mill Creek shopping center, 1680 Mall of Georgia Boulevard, near Buford.

“We’re only there for two weeks in July and a week in December, and we just sell the legal fireworks that have just been approved,” Roos said.

She said the stores would be open from June 18 until July 4, and from Dec. 26 until Dec. 31, and that signage would be taken down when the stores close.

Four of the five proposed fireworks stores were unopposed at a public hearing held by commissioners on Tuesday. The TNT location in Buford was opposed, however, by an attorney representing the Marriott Courtyard and Fairfield Inn at the Mall of Georgia.

Jonathan Weintraub explained that the Mall of Georgia is an upscale shopping destination that can entice hotel chains to build high-quality boutique hotels. The Marriott Corporation, which owns the hotels that are raising concerns,

believes a fireworks store is “not the type of development that’s needed in this part of the Mall of Georgia area,” the attorney said.

“If you put a fireworks store within 1,000 feet of a Marriott Courtyard, which is an upscale Marriott … you may be creating a situation that causes this entire area to be less attractive than it would otherwise be,” Weintraub said.

The attorney suggested the store be moved to a location on the other side of the mall, “closer to the car dealerships.”

While the location was approved, the commissioners did agree to a one-year sunset clause that the county’s Planning Commission recommended earlier this month for that location.

Police name teen suspect Cops: Armed trio robs in shooting of teen girl Norcross-area title loan

By Joshua Sharpe

unknown, and that he might be driving a darkcolored Acura sedan.

The Gwinnett County poshooting lice on Thursday named hapthe suspect accused of pened at shooting a 14-year-old a Maragirl outside a Norcrossthon staarea gas station earlier tion near this month.

Beaver Finess Hoff, 17, is Ruin Finess Hoff accused of reckless Road conduct and underage at Indian Trail-Lilburn weapon possession in Road, where the victim the Oct. 7 incident that had traveled with her sent the girl to the hosboyfriend, the shooter pital. Police have yet to and another girl. say whether the shooting The suspect, accused is believed to be intenof fleeing in the car the tional or accidental. four rode in as others Cpl. Michele Pihera, helped the victim, had spokeswoman for the previously been identiGwinnett County Police fied only as Finesse.

Department, said in The boyfriend was a news release that pumping gas when he Hoff’s whereabouts are heard a gunshot. He

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pulled the girl out of the car; the shooter, according to the witnesses, got in the driver’s seat and sped away alone.

The girl was taken to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta for treatment.

Detectives later found the car unoccupied at the Bradford Gwinnett Apartment complex.

Anyone with information on the case can contact 770-513-5300.

To remain anonymous, tipsters can contact Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or visit www.crimestoppersatlanta.org. Crime Stoppers offers a reward of up to $2,000 for information leading to an arrest and indictment in the case.

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By Joshua Sharpe

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Gwinnett County police are asking for the public’s help identifying three men who robbed a Norcross-area business.

In a Thursday news release, Cpl. Michele Pihera said the trio was caught on security cameras during the armed robbery on Oct. 14 at Georgia Title Loans on Jimmy Carter Boulevard.

A store employee said the men came in around 1:20 p.m., one of them pointing a gun at the employee and demanding money.

The other suspects opened the cash drawer and took the money.

“One of the suspects demanded that the victim hand them his wallet, and he complied,” Pihera said. “The employee was instructed to go to the back room.”

The employee said his phone and a money order were also gone when he emerged from the back room.

All three suspects are described as black men in their late 20s, standing between 5-foot-10 and 6-foot-2, weighing 160 to 180 pounds.

Anyone with information on the case can contact

Police said they are seeking these men who robbed Georgia Title Loan outside Norcross. The men wore nearly all black, though the color appears purple because of a defect in the security camera system. (Special Photos)

The gunman in a Norcrossarea title loan shop robbery wore white gloves.

One of the men, accused of robbing Georgia Title Loan, wore a brimmed hat.

770-513-5300. To remain anonymous, tipsters can contact Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or visit www.crimestoppersatlanta.

org. Crime Stoppers offers a reward of up to $2,000 for information leading to an arrest and indictment in the case.

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Members handed out patriotic literature and children’s activity booklets, flags and membership brochures.

The National Society of the Daughers of the American Revolution holds a variety of events and projects at each of its many chapters.

The DAR’s mission is to promote education, historic preservation and patriotism.

For more information about the Philadelphia Winn Chapter of the DAR, visit philadelphiawinn.georgiastatedar.org.

Philadelphia Winn Chapter marks Capriotti’s 125th anniversary marks National The Philadelphia Winn Sandwich Day Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution celebrated the 125th anniversary of the founding of the DAR. Members of the Philadelphia Winn Chapter celebrated the anniversary at Lilburn Daze Arts and Crafts Festival on Oct. 10, despite torrential downpours. They handed out 144 books that had been donated by locals.

51 books were left over and will be donated to “Fiesta de Libros.” In addition, volunteers provided information and connected low literacy adults to “English as a Second Language” classes offered by organizations in the Atlanta Area.

Several American history contests, scholarships and grants were also promoted

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Snellville tensions highlight candidates forum

By Curt Yeomans

baiting and tried to make a divide that, personally, I don’t see,” said Witts before saying he owed his life Candidates were told not to two African-American to address each other at a soldiers he served with in pre-election forum hosted Vietnam.

Thursday night by the Kautz said of her opUnited Ebony Society of ponent, “Unfortunately, Gwinnett County and Alpha Mr. Witts voted against Kappa Alpha Sorority, but 22 of the minorities that that didn’t stop a little mud I attempted to put up for from being slung between board appointments … I two people running for believe the division amongst Snellville’s top office. council has a lot of do with Tom Witts, the city’s for- personalities. I’ve attempted mer mayor pro tem, accused over and over to extend Mayor Kelly Kautz during olive branches to members the forum of stirring racial of council. If you look at the tensions, when candidates council minutes since Mr. were asked about divisions Witts resigned, things have on the city council. She gone much more smoothly.” responded by pointing to Issues such as traffic, his votes on minorities she sidewalks and development has nominated for posts in around the town center and the city. on the U.S. Highway 78 and “I’m sorry but I don’t Ga. Highway 124 corridors believe there’s racism in our were touched on. Time and city — I do believe that the again, however, candidates mayor has dealt in racecame back to one thing: In-

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fighting among Snellville’s leaders.

“I have my points of view on certain issues about why I’m running, such as lower taxes, high quality services (and) positive development, but none of these points of mine matter if there’s not a united council with the mayor,” Post 2 council candidate Roger Marmol said.

Post 1 Councilman Dave Emmanuel said unity is needed to deal with bigger issues facing the city, including traffic and development of the town center.

“Unity is important from the standpoint of uniting for a purpose,” he said. “That doesn’t mean you have to march in lock-step. it doesn’t mean we disagree.

We just deal with the problem and I think it’s important that we address these issues because e there’s some important issues coming up.”

The third candidate for mayor, Garry Lapides, called for a “colorblind Snellville city government” where employees are paid equally based on the work they do and a “complete elimination of favoritism.”

He said name-calling and infighting did not belong in city government and prevent the city from serving residents.

“You are a representative of the people and that’s your function — to bring together in a courteous manner, and in a polite manner and achieve those goals which the people of Snellville want,” said Lapides, who was seated between Kautz and Witts.

Some candidates said there was what Post 1 council candidate Barbara Moston called “a disconnect with the council and the people of Snellville.”

Post 2 council candidate Dexter Harrison said there’s a feeling that the council is out of sync with the wishes of residents.

“I have been to council meetings where the council chambers would be packed

with residents who were opposed to an item up for a vote that night and the council still approved it,” he said. “We are not there to do what we want. We’re there to do what the citizens want. The city belongs to the citizens.”

In the closing moments of the forum, it came down again to Kautz and Witts.

“I’m asking you to ask yourself one question: ‘Am I pleased with the way our current mayor has managed the city and its image?’”

Witts said in his closing comments. “If you are, then by all means Kelly Kautz deserves your vote. If you want a leader that’s going to unite Snellville and return our city to its rightful place as a leader among the cities in Gwinnett county, then I’m asking for your vote.”

Kautz recited a prepared closing statement before saying, “The attorney in me wants to respond to that, but I’ll stick to my statement.”

Suwanee challengers focus on controversial apartments While division was a

hot topic among Snellville candidates, two candidates running for seats on the Suwanee city council targeted the criticisms on one planned development in their city.

Post 1 candidate Sarah Kleinfeld and Post 2 candidate Stephan Caldwell said they disagree with the announcement over the summer of a $46 million, 200-unit mixeduse retail and apartment development on Buford Highway. Kleinfeld is running against incumbent Doug Ireland and Caldwell is running against incumbent Dick Goodman.

“The reason why I’m against this particular apartment complex is because there’s no infrastructure,” Caldwell said. “They are building a 10,000-square-foot retail center with a five-story apartment building on a two-lane road.”

Kleinfeld added, “You already have apartments up the road and they have signs out that say ‘Apartments for rent.’”

Sheriff warns of sex offenders ahead of Halloween weekend From Staff Reports

dents to avoid the 486 criminals’ homes. “If you aren’t Ahead of Halloween, planning on trick-or-treating Sheriff Butch Conway is en- in your own neighborhood, couraging parents to remem- but will do so in a different ber that Gwinnett County neighborhood, it’s a good has nearly 500 registered sex idea to check that address offenders. beforehand so that you know “It’s important that our which houses to avoid.” citizens know who they are To see the locations of the and where they are living,” offenders, residents can visit Conway said in a Thursday www.gwinnettcountyshernews release, warning resiiff.com and click on the

“Sex Offenders” link, then “Search for Offenders in Your Area.”

The site features many other tools, such as the option to sign up for free automatic notifications if an offender moves within a specific radius of any address that you enter. The alerts are in real time and sent out via email as soon as a new offender has registered.

Safety officials offer tips for a safe and spooky Halloween

By Danielle Ryan

across roads.

“Police officers will be conducting routine patrols on Halloween and encourGwinnett public safety age motorists to slow-down officials, including the fire and watch for children in the department, police departroadway and on the sidement and sheriff’s office, walk,” said Gwinnett Police are encouraging parents and Officer Kevin Martinez. guardians to follow some It is important that cosbasic safety tips this Haltumes also fit properly and loween. don’t obscure the child’s vi“Parents should talk to sion. Police also recommend their children before they go against any toy weapons that trick-or-treating,” said Fire look like the real thing or Educator Bridgette Butynski, have sharp, jagged edges. coordinator for Safe Kids Trick-or-treating should Gwinnett. only be done in familiar Children wrapped up in neighborhoods and with the the excitement of trick-orsupervision of a responsible treating may not be aware adult. Children should be of their surroundings, so taught to never enter a house parents should look out while trick-or-treating unless for traffic, strangers, open their parent accompanies flames and possible candy them, and children over the hazards. age of 12 who are responsiAccording to a Gwinnett ble enough to go without an police press release, twice as adult should stay in groups. many children in the United Police encourage parents States are killed while walk- to tell their children to bring ing on Halloween than any any candy home before other day of the year. To eating it so that parents can prevent accidents, children check for signs of tampering. should wear bright costumes Only factory-wrapped candy or put reflective tape on and treats should be given darker costumes. Trick-orback to children. treaters should also avoid For adults concerned running between houses and about the hidden dangers

of trick-or-treating for their children, there are a number of safe alternatives such as parties at home, schools or community organized events.

At home, firefighters warn against the possible dangers of using open flames for festive decorations.

“Use a flameless candle for the jack-o’-lantern and choose decorations and costumes made of flame retardant materials to prevent accidental fires,” said Gwinnett Fire Captain Tommy Rutledge.

Costumes should be flame-resistant and long sleeves and billowing capes should be kept well away from any open flames.

Decorations should be made of flame-resistant or non-combustible materials and flameless candles can be used for the jack-o’lantern or table and window displays. The fire department also recommends that people avoid overloading electrical outlets with festive lighting and sound equipment.

Trick-or-treaters should be kept safe by providing a well-lit walkway to the porch for a safe approach.

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traffic studies showed no additional danger at that intersection if the Kroger was built.

Resident Pat Port voiced her concerns about the environment and runoff into the local stream. A representative for Kroger’s engineers said that they will comply with all Georgia Stormwater Manual management regulations and that the environment should not be affected by the new shopping center.

After both sides presented their cases, the planning commission decided to table the decision until a specially called Dec. 1 meeting. This postponement will not affect the city council meeting on this matter.

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Consult reasonable for ulcers DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 64-year-old female who has a longstanding history of gastric ulcers verified by eight endoscopies. The most recent gastroenterologist told me that he believes they are chronic and that I should have stomach surgery to cut out the part of the stomach where the ulcer is. I am an R.N. who has heard horror stories concerning stomach surgery. I was thinking about having a surgical consult, but none of the surgeons I have contacted has expertise in this area. What do you think?

— S.L. ANSWER: Stomach ulcers once were thought to be caused by stress, but that thinking was upended when scientists in Australia discovered bacteria inside stomach ulcers and one physician inoculated himself with a bacterial culture, causing ulcers. These were then cured with antibiotics and bismuth salts. It is now thought that most ulcers are caused by infection from these bacteria, called Helicobacter pylori (for their spiral shape and the location near the pylorus, the stomach outlet). With eight endoscopies, you certainly should have had a biopsy to look for this infection, but it also can be diagnosed with stool or breath tests (blood tests are less precise).

Another cause of ulcers is the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as naproxen or ibuprofen. However, my concern is that if you never had H. pylori and you don’t take regular NSAIDs, the ulcer could be caused by abnormal growth, either precancerous or cancerous.

I suspect your most recent gastroenterologist is worried about this possibility as well. Even though you may have had several biopsies, a persistent ulcer with no clear cause is highly worrisome, and surgical intervention is clearly worth considering.

To find a surgeon with expertise in your area, I would start by looking at the website of a teaching hospital near you, and find a surgeon with expertise in stomach cancer. I am not saying that I think you have stomach cancer, but that an expert in stomach cancer surgery would be a good choice to provide you with a surgical opinion.

Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu or request an order form of available health newsletters at 628 Virginia Dr., Orlando, FL 32803. Health newsletters may be ordered from www.rbmamall.com.

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SOLUNAR TABLES The Gwinnett Daily Post (UPSP 921-980, ISSN 10860096) is published Wednesday through Friday and Sunday by SCNI, 725 Old Norcross Road, Lawrenceville, GA 30045. Periodical postage paid at Lawrenceville, GA 30044. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Gwinnett Daily Post, P.O. Box 603, Lawrenceville, GA 30046-0603.

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Lanier

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Blackshear (237.0) ......... 237.04

Nottely

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Blue Ridge (1690.0) ....... 1674.26

Oconee

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Burton

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Seminole (77.50)............76.66

Carters

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Sinclair

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Thurmond (330.0) ......... 327.25

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Harding

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Tugalo

Hartwell

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Walter F. George (188.0).... 187.10

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Jackson

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TODAY’S HISTORY: In 1811, Jane Austen published her first novel, “Sense and Sensibility,” under the pseudonym “a Lady.”

In 1890, Oakland, California, became one of the first jurisdictions in the country to enact an anti-drug law, which banned non-prescription opium, morphine and cocaine.

In 1938, Orson Welles’ radio production of “War of the Worlds” created panic in listeners who believed they were actually listening to reports of a Martian invasion.

In 1991, President George Bush opened the Madrid Conference, the first direct, official peace talks to include Israel and all its Arab neighbors.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS: John Adams (1735-1826), second U.S. president; William Halsey (1882-1959), U.S. admiral/fleet commander; Ezra Pound

(1885-1972), poet/critic; Charles Atlas (1893-1972), bodybuilder; Grace Slick (1939- ), singer; Henry Winkler (1945), actor; Harry Hamlin (1951- ), actor; Ben Bailey (1970- ), comedian/game show host; Nia Long (1970- ), actress; Matthew Morrison (1978- ), actor.

TODAY’S FACT: Cocaine was not nationally regulated in the United States until 1914, when the Harrison Narcotics Tax Act was passed.

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TODAY’S QUOTE: “No man understands a deep book until he has seen and lived at least part of its contents.”

— Ezra Pound

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tice system to punish people and further her own personal goals. She and her relative should take their own journey through the courts — as defendants.

DEAR AMY: I have been divorced for a year. I had gotten back in touch with an ex-boyfriend from my early 20s. We have both just Amy Dickinson gotten out of long marriages.

We get along great, talk for take that as a personal attack. hours, laugh, cry together How can I show Jane that and share everything about she does not need to conour current lives. The main tinue trying to prove to me issue is that we live in differthat she can replace John? ent parts of the country. We — Stuck have not hung out in person DEAR STUCK: You are in over 20 years. not stuck. If your account of As much as I think he likes events is accurate, you have me and I like him, he keeps made a series of choices reminding me in subtle ways to be in a relationship with that he doesn’t want to be in someone who (according to any kind of relationship right you) has abused her position now since his last marriage in law enforcement and — was so devastating to him. along with your lawyer (and But he has continued you) — committed fraud. to be flirty. All the signals Your young sons are pawns I get are that we feel the in this illegal, unethical and same about each other. But very dangerous game. whenever I confront the issue Your efforts at this point it always ends with me in should be pointed toward tears and with him saying he exiting safely from this rela- isn’t ready for more, but he tionship. Your ex-husband’s “loves” what we have right parental rights should be now. restored and you should I don’t know if I should make things right. keep up the close friendship “Jane” is dangerous and we have been having for the should not be trusted to serve last year or leave it alone. in any capacity where she Your advice? has the ability to use the jus— Confused

DEAR CONFUSED: What you have right now — flirty daily contact — is exactly what your guy wants.

He has been very clear about it. It is obviously not quite what you want.

This relationship is a soft rebound after a long marriage. It has served an important function for both of you, but you are ready for another kind of relationship now. I suggest you taper off the contact and move on, sooner rather than later.

DEAR AMY: Thank you for your compassion toward “Respectfully Disrespected,” the transgender teen. I have one concern: I hope this teenager does not rush into surgery. This step should only be taken after lots of counseling and research into the impact of this irreversible choice.

— Concerned DEAR CONCERNED: I agree. Thank you.

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Marital mess leads to fraud, deceit DEAR AMY: I am stuck in a no-win situation.

Two years ago I ended my marriage after five years with “John” when I met my (now) partner “Jane,” who is a police officer. The last two years have been a roller coaster, as John and Jane do not like each other.

John stayed an involved father, making sure our sons were taken care of and visiting them whenever he could.

Meanwhile Jane was trying to prove that she could take John’s place and provide all the same love, care and material possessions that John could, while also rubbing John’s nose in it whenever possible.

Six months ago, I was awarded sole custody of my two sons when I was injured in an accident and Jane filed a police report saying that John came to our home while drunk and beat me up (this didn’t actually happen).

Jane’s relative represented me in family court and very quickly filed the motion through the court, barring any contact between my sons and their dad on the grounds of domestic violence and alcoholism.

I feel very sorry and guilty for everything that Jane has put John through, but I am afraid that if I show any remorse for John, Jane will

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You will be insightful regarding your personal security. Don’t let anyone coerce you into some “fast track” success scheme. You are no stranger to hard work, and your discipline will be instrumental in helping you forge ahead. Play by the rules and you will make progress.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24Nov. 22) — Gambling and lending must be avoided. Financial gains look positive, but independent ventures will be much more rewarding than joint investments.

Travel and communication delays will be upsetting.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Volunteering for your community or another worthy cause will be fulfilling and lead to strong connections with like-minded people.

A romantic encounter will improve your personal life.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Don’t let stressful situations get to you or your health will suffer. Your creative abilities, coupled with your strong intuition, will allow you to put a personal stamp on an important business venture.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20Feb. 19) — Your charm and charisma are strong.

You will be able to convert others to your way of thinking. Enjoy basking in the limelight. A romantic liaison looks promising.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) — Resist the urge to tell others how to solve their personal problems. Be sympathetic, but withdraw if you are asked to take sides, or you will end up with one less friend.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) — You will meet someone who can turn your life around. Sign up for group activities or social events to maximize your chances to meet a compatible partner.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) — Don’t get caught slacking on the job. Your reputation will suffer if you don’t put your best effort forward today. Stay away from negative colleagues trying to waste your time.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) — Your outgoing nature will encourage mixing business with pleasure. Hosting a gathering with neighbors, peers and friends can be successful if you don’t overspend or overindulge in the process.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) — You have personal flair and a vivid imagination, and the more people you share your ideas with, the better. A new acquaintance will provide the key to an interesting moneymaking venture.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) — Don’t expect family members to agree with your plans. Get involved in an activity with friends or colleagues and keep your relatives at arm’s length today in order to avoid squabbles.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept.

22) — Personal problems are best dealt with swiftly.

Rid yourself of the people or situations that are causing you pain. The longer you postpone the inevitable, the harder it will be.

LIBRA (Sept. 23Oct. 23) — Attending a social event will open a doorway to interesting partnerships. You have the skills and intelligence, so don’t be shy. Get out and enjoy the company of others.

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WORLD Greece searches for 34 migrants, 5 children drown ATHENS — An extensive search was underway off a Greek island on Thursday for at least 34 people missing after their boat sank in one of the largest maritime disasters since a massive refugee influx began this year.

Five children, two men and one woman were known to have drowned after the wooden boat, crammed with more than 280 people, sank near the island of Lesbos on Wednesday. Eight more people drowned at two other locations, bringing the day’s total dead to 16.

Some 242 people were safely plucked out of the sea after their boat sank about 1.9 miles north of Lesbos in rough seas, the coast guard said.

At least 15 children between the ages of three months and ten years were taken to a hospital with hypothermia, according to the U.N. refugees agency UNHCR.

China to allow all couples 2 kids BEIJING — China will ease family planning restrictions to allow all couples to have two children after decades of a strict one-child policy, the ruling Communist Party said on Thursday, a move aimed at alleviating demographic strains on the economy.

The policy is a major liberalization of the country’s family planning restrictions, already eased in late 2013 when Beijing said it would allow more families to have two children when the parents met certain conditions.

A growing number of scholars had urged the government to reform the rules, introduced in the late 1970s to prevent population growth spiraling out of control, but now regarded as outdated and responsible for shrinking China’s labor pool.

For the first time in decades the working age population fell in 2012, and China, the world’s most populous nation, could be the first country in the world to get old before it gets rich.

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world&nation Ryan: Let’s fix ‘broken’ U.S. House

By David Lawder and Susan Cornwell Reuters

WASHINGTON — Newly elected U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan on Thursday promised to sweep away Republican Party differences and repair a “broken” House of Representatives by returning legislative power to committees and rank-and-file members.

Ryan won 236 votes among the chamber’s 247 Republicans to be elected speaker, abandoned by only a handful of conservatives who mounted repeated revolts that pushed out his predecessor, John Boehner, who retired.

Ryan said in a speech after the vote that infighting in the Republican-majority House had been counterproductive and added to the legislative gridlock in Washington.

“We’re not solving problems, we’re adding to them, and I am not interested in laying blame,” Ryan said.

“We are not settling scores, we are wiping the slate clean,” Ryan added to applause.

Ryan said the House would tackle tough issues, including reducing budget deficits and reforming taxes, saying this would help raise incomes and bring people out of poverty.

The Wisconsin congressman said he would

NATION Sandusky move for new trial puts AG in spotlight

BELLEFONTE, Pa. — Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen Kane was ordered Thursday to turn over evidence that she said proves that a judge had leaked secret information to a reporter about a grand jury investigating Jerry Sandusky for child sex abuse.

The order came during a hearing into defense moves to win a new trial for Sandusky, the former assistant football coach at Penn State University, who was convicted in 2012 of molesting Protesters taken 10 boys over 15 years.

Sandusky lawyer Alexanaway from U.S. der Lindsay maintains that airbase in Japan the grand jury initially heard from only two victims and TOKYO — Police the case was falling apart, dragged away elderly but the judge’s leaks generprotesters trying to block ated publicity that prompted work on a contentious U.S. other victims to come forairbase in Okinawa on ward and helped prosecutors Thursday as Japan’s govshore up their case and win ernment resumed building indictments. even though the Okinawa Sandusky, 71, is servgovernor had revoked a ing 30 to 60 years in the work permit for the site. state’s “Supermax” prison Residents of Okinawa, in Waynesburg. Wearing the site of bloody battles a red prison jumpsuit, his near the end of World War wrists cuffed in front, he II, resent hosting any U.S. was escorted from a van into military at all, and oppose Centre County Court, where the government’s plan to his wife Dottie sat near the move the U.S. Marines’ front of the courtroom.

Futenma base to another location on the southern Released files island. reveal details in Protests backing the stand taken by Okinawa church massacre have drawn tens of thousands of people, and CHARLESTON, S.C. perceptions of bullying by — Police logs released on the government could dent Thursday revealed a chillsupport ratings for Prime ing account of the June 17 Minister Shinzo Abe ahead massacre at a historic black of an election next year. church in Charleston, S.C., — From wire reports that killed nine people.

PEOPLE ‘Dr. Phil’ to air tapes of Jared talking child porn

LOS ANGELES — “Dr. Phil” will broadcast audiotapes on Thursday and Friday of disgraced former Subway spokesman Jared Fogle discussing his sexual interest and sexual encounters with children.

The recordings are from conversations between Fogle and then-journalist Rochelle Herman-Walrond. After appearing on her radio show in 2006, Fogle made remarks that troubled Herman-Walrond. She then befriended the pitchman and began secretly recording over a U.S. House of Representives Speaker-elect Paul Ryan, left, salutes the members of the five-year period their phone House as he stands with outgoing Speaker John Boehner after Ryan was elected on conversations, which reportCapitol Hill in Washington on Thursday. (Reuters/Gary Cameron) edly include Fogle talking about his sexual preference return control over drafting ress in shrinking governconservative budget plans for children and detailing legislation to committees ment. that sought to slash social and rank-and-file members, But most Freedom safety net programs, includ- instances of abuse.

After an FBI raid on his adding: “If you know the Caucus members, including ing effectively privatizing issue, you should write the chairman Jim Jordan, voted Medicare health benefits for home in July, Fogle plead guilty in August to charges bill.” for Ryan. One vote each seniors, while cutting tax related to sex with minors A constant source of fric- went to former Secretary of rates for the wealthy and tion among conservatives State Colin Powell, Repboosting military spending. and child pornography.

Fogle will be sentenced had been Boehner’s practice resentative Jim Cooper of As the 54th speaker, by a federal judge on Nov. of drafting major spending Tennessee, and Representa- Ryan’s first challenge will 19 and faces up to 12.5 years legislation in secret, often in tive John Lewis of Georgia. be to avoid a government negotiations with DemoRyan now moves to the shutdown on Dec. 11 when in prison. He recently paid crats as fiscal deadlines number two succession spot funds for an array of federal $1 million in restitution to 10 of his underage victims. loomed. for the presidency behind agencies expire.

Ryan’s main Republican the vice president, a posiBoehner, in an emotional challenger, Representative tion he sought in the 2012 farewell speech before the Series to focus Daniel Webster of Florida, election as Mitt Romney’s vote, said: “I leave with no received nine votes from running mate. regrets or burdens.” In what on adult film members of the right-wing Previously the chairman could be a warning to hard- star’s conversion Freedom Caucus and other of the House Ways and liners, Boehner advised: LOS ANGELES — Forconservatives who frequent- Means Committee, Ryan “Real change takes time … ly battled with Boehner by has served in Congress since So believe in the long, slow mer adult film star Jenna Jameson will be the subject pressing for quicker prog1999. He is the architect of struggle.” of a new reality series set to follow her conversion in a jealous rampage 30 process to Judaism. years ago.

The Times of Israel Jerry Correll, 59, was reports that an Israeli televischeduled to die by injection sion station will film the actress, who was born Catholic at 6 p.m. in the execution and had a change of faith chamber at Florida State following her engagement to Prison. If carried out, it Israeli diamond dealer Lior would be the state’s second Bitton. execution this year.

Bitton sat down with Correll’s execution was the Walla Isreali news site originally set for February and teased that the couple’s but was delayed as the U.S. personal lives will be fully Supreme Court weighed a exposed to the camera, but challenge to the drug midazolam, a sedative used dur- in a different way than in Convicted child molester Jerry Sandusky, center, a former ing the state’s lethal injection Jameson’s past. assistant football coach at Penn State University, leaves af- protocol.

“It’s a bit stressful, beter his appeal hearing at the Centre County Courthouse in The high court cleared the cause I’m not used to being Bellefonte, Penn., on Thursday. (Reuters/Pat Little) in front of the cameras,” drug for use in a 5-4 ruling Bitton said. “But I can asin June, finding midazolam work off an inventory glut, The accounts cited sure you there won’t be any did not violate the U.S. but solid domestic demand calls from a person inside ‘adult content’ in the show.

Constitution’s ban on cruel could encourage the Federal and unusual punishment Emanuel African MethodI’m not going there.”

Reserve to raise interest rates in a challenge brought by ist Episcopal Church, and Jameson’s fiance deanother who hid in an office in December. scribed the upcoming three Oklahoma death row Gross domestic product in the church, which is the reality series as “something inmates. increased at a 1.5 percent oldest African-American like ‘Keeping Up with the congregation in the southern annual rate after expanding Kardashians’” as the couple Mo. man dies at a 3.9 percent clip in the United States. makes all of the necessary after police second quarter, the Com“People shot down … preparations for their 2016 merce Department said on Shot pastor … Man is still wedding. confrontation here … Lower level …,” an Thursday.

An 18-year-old black man ‘Suicide Squad:’ The inventory drag, howentry in the police communidied on Thursday from a ever, is likely to be tempocations log said. bullet wound to his face after New look at An entry one minute later rary and economists expect a confrontation with police said, “Young white male … growth to pick up in the Harley Quinn in the St. Louis suburb of fourth quarter given strong Male is reloading.

LOS ANGELES — The Normandy as members of domestic fundamentals.

“Shots have been fired. his family disputed officers’ “Suicide Squad” covers of “The guts of the report The number of shots fired is: were healthy, they still show reports that the man commit- Empire magazine continue SO MANY.” to drop jaws, and Margot ted suicide. strong underlying momenAccording to the report, Robbie’s appearance as HarNormandy police said tum in the economy and authorities were aware of ley Quinn on the latest cover they are investigating the that puts a December rate a woman hiding under an is no exception. incident as a suicide with hike firmly on the table,” office desk with her daughHeavily armed with a said Thomas Costerg, a U.S. the man’s own gun, but the ter in the church. They also rather large handgun and economist at Standard Char- St. Louis Dispatch newsknew the suspected shooter baseball bat, adorned with paper and Huffington Post tered Bank in New York. had fled out the church’s punk and street gang-style reported that family, friends back door. accessories and wearing a and neighbors disputed that Fla. to execute version of events and believe “Daddy’s Lil Monster” shirt, Inventories hurt man convicted in he was unarmed and shot by Robbie’s look certainly third-quarter GDP, quadruple murder the police. doesn’t share many similarities with any heroes (or The small town of Nordemand strong TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — mandy, population 5,000, is villains) currently existing.

WASHINGTON — U.S. Florida planned to execute “Suicide Squad” is just south of Ferguson, which economic growth braked on Thursday a man who was became the focus of protests directed by David Ayer. sharply in the third quarter convicted of fatally stabbing against racial profiling and The movie lands on Aug. 5, as businesses cut back on his young daughter, his ex2016. police misconduct.

— From wire reports restocking warehouses to wife and two of her relatives — From wire reports

‘Warlock’ slapped with restraining order in new Salem witch trial

By Valerie Vande Panne

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17th century trials that led to the executions of 20 people found guilty of witchcraft. Modern-day SALEM, Mass. — A judge to Salem District Court Judge Salem capitalizes on its morbid in Salem, Mass., on Wednesday Robert Brennan to issue an order reputation with tourist attractions granted a self-proclaimed witch’s stopping Christian Day, who calls both ghoulish and historic that request for a restraining order to himself the “world’s best-known help the city draw about 1 million keep a self-proclaimed warlock warlock” and owns magicvisitors a year, with crowds peakand business rival from harassing themed stores in Salem and New ing in the run-up to Halloween. her.

Orleans, from making what she Sforza, who serves as founder Lori Sforza, 75, who calls said were harassing phone calls. and Head Mother of Our Lord herself a psychic and a “herediThe two are well-known in and Lady of the Trinacrian Rose tary high priestess,” had appealed Salem, infamous as the site of Church, in the waterfront city Reuters

16 miles northeast of Boston, welcomed the ruling.

“I love Salem so much,” she told reporters after leaving the courthouse. “No one should ever be abused, man or woman.”

Day told reporters he had never harassed Sforza.

“All of this comes from business competition. All of this comes from when you’re the best at what you do, you’re going to have people who want you to

fail,” Day said. “We get people who get jealous. Might I have had a snarky comment on the Internet once in a while? Sure, but that’s free speech. Do I call people with private numbers?

Never.”

Day hosts a “Festival of the Dead” in Salem, where participants can learn to become a paranormal investigator, hear from departed loved ones or cast a magic circle on Salem Common.

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Was the debate Bush’s last stand?

WASHINGTON — Jeb Bush deserves headlines from Wednesday’s anarchic GOP debate, but not the good kind. Something like: “Is Bush Finished?”

The evening in Boulder, Colo., will be remembered for interruptions, non sequiturs, mangled facts and general chaos. But the most significant impact may have been to dramatically lengthen the odds that Bush, the dutiful scion, will follow his father and brother into the White House.

The key moment came fairly early in the debate when Eugene Sen. Marco Rubio of Robinson Florida — considered Bush’s biggest rival for consolidating the support of the GOP establishment — was asked about having missed so many Senate votes while out on the campaign trail. Rubio responded by attacking “the bias that exists in the American media today,” claiming there is a double standard and that Republicans are judged more harshly than Democrats.

Bush attacked. “I’m a constituent of the senator,” he said, “and I helped him and I expected that he would do constituent service, which means that he shows up to work.” In his characteristic look-here-old-boy sort of way, Bush told Rubio he should either perform his duties or “just resign and let someone else take the job.”

Rubio shot back that Bush never complained about all the votes missed in 2008 by John McCain, to whose campaign Bush has compared his own. Then Rubio gave his one-time mentor the back of his hand: “The only reason why you’re doing it now is because we’re running for the same position, and someone has convinced you that attacking me is going to help you.”

The crowd cheered. Bush made no retort. Rubio had made him appear, in Churchill’s memorable phrase, “a sheep in sheep’s clothing.”

Bush had spent the past week trying to assure donors and supporters that he has the drive, desire and political skill to fight with no holds barred for the nomination. Wednesday’s performance was woefully unconvincing.

Rubio, by contrast, had his best outing thus far.

He was sharp and aggressive throughout, deflecting any question he didn’t want to answer with a fresh round of media-bashing.

If I were a would-be Republican kingmaker of the establishment persuasion, I’d invite Rubio for lunch — and remind Bush of his recent declaration that there are “really cool things I could do other than sit around, be miserable, listening to people demonize me and me feeling compelled to demonize them.”

Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas was at the top of his game, showing he can be more clever and eloquent than Rubio in attacking perceived — or imagined — media bias. “This is not a cage match,” he pronounced. “And, you look at the questions — ‘Donald Trump, are you a comicbook villain?’ ‘Ben Carson, can you do math?’

‘John Kasich, will you insult two people over here?’ ‘Marco Rubio, why don’t you resign?’

‘Jeb Bush, why have your numbers fallen?’ How about talking about the substantive issues the people care about?”

That peroration drew one of the night’s biggest ovations. But it came in response to a question about Cruz’s position on the budget deal between President Obama and outgoing House Speaker John Boehner. Somehow, this doesn’t fit Cruz’s definition of substance?

The battle among Rubio, Cruz and Bush was amusing, but it was for primacy among also-rans.

The two leaders — billionaire Donald Trump and Dr. Ben Carson — went unscathed, generally managing to stay out of the fray.

Not that Ohio Gov. John Kasich didn’t try to make their lack of experience an issue. Kasich opened the debate with a screed: “My great concern is that we are on the verge, perhaps, of picking someone who cannot do this job.” He went on to mention Carson’s proposal to replace Medicare and Trump’s vow to deport 11 million undocumented immigrants as examples of “fantasy.”

But nobody wanted to join Kasich in ganging up on the improbable front-runners. New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie was eager to get in on the blame-the-media action that seemed to be working so well for the others. Mike Huckabee seemed to want to show that he has found his missing sense of humor. Carly Fiorina pushed “play” on a recording of her previous debate performances. Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky was present.

Trump was brassy, Carson was serene. Neither said or did anything to dissuade their legions of followers. When pressed on glaring contradictions, they simply denied saying or proposing things they said and proposed. All the politicians are still playing second fiddle to a real estate mogul and a retired neurosurgeon who somehow have stolen the Republican Party.

Eugene Robinson’s email address is eugenerobinson@washpost.com.

Insurance mergers bad for Georgians The past decade has witnessed dramatic consolidation in every dimension of the metro Atlanta health care market. Spurred by the Affordable Care Act, hospitals are hastily marrying each other and buying doctors’ offices. Such activities tend to increase costs by 20 percent or more in an already concentrated market like ours.

But the recently proposed mergers of Anthem-Cigna and Aetna-Humana would represent unprecedented consolidation of Georgia’s health insurance market. Adding Cigna beneficiaries to Anthem-owned Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia would boost its total enrollment to nearly 3.6 million. Aetna’s takeover of Humana would bring its membership to some 1.4 million. Together, the two megacorporations would be responsible for half of the state’s insured population. The number of large commercial insurance carriers in Georgia would be reduced from five to three. Combined with recent hospital mergers and acquisitions, the new insurance monopolies would leave our community’s health in the hands of an oligopoly.

What would the health insurance companies’ strengthened market positions mean for Georgia’s business and everyday citizen?

1. Lower wages: increased costs for employers will ultimately be shifted to employees.

2. Higher premiums and deductibles: consider that under the current system with five large commercial insurers, premiums in Georgia will rise 8-29 percent in 2016 — these rates will likely be higher with less competition 3. Even smaller provider networks: consider that 83 percent of plans currently offered through the Georgia health

tion revealed, patients treated at metro Atlanta outpatient clinics bought by large hospitals are now being charged double and triple for the same services, including outpatient chemotherapy. Why? Consolidation has strengthened hospitals’ market power and bargaining power with insurance companies. Now imagine how much worse it will be if the already large Deep Shah commercial insurers combined into virtual monopolies. “Experience suggests that a showdown between the sumo wrestlers insurance marketplace limit patients to [i.e., large hospitals and insurance comnarrow or very narrow networks, ranking panies] may well result in a handshake them the most restrictive in the entire rather than an honest wrestling match,” country — more leverage will likely as health and antitrust law expert Thomas worsen this problem.

L. Greaney said at a September 10th U.S. The American Hospital Association House Judiciary Committee hearing on and American Medical Association the state of competition in health care. As (AMA) have convincingly shown that he emphasized, “[the insurer] has little further consolidation in the health insurincentive to pass along the savings to its ance market will narrow patient choice, policyholders.” shrink access to care, and inflate costs If federal regulators approve the for patients and employers nationwide.

Anthem-Cigna and Aetna-Humana Compared to other states, Georgia is at mergers, a few insurance companies even greater risk of adverse outcomes.

— negotiating with a handful of large The AMA’s September 2015 analysis hospital-owned systems — could dictate of the mergers demonstrated that Georgia access, choice and costs for Georgians and Kentucky are the only two states in and further strain businesses. That would which both mergers would 1) enhance leave the Georgia General Assembly and the companies’ market power and 2) Office of the Insurance Commissioner to dampen competition. The inevitable step in and scrutinize the deals. An honest premium hikes will make purchasing assessment will likely reveal potential for coverage unaffordable for individuals and greater harm than most anticipate. business-owners. And many providers — For the good of patients, providers, and forced to accept unfair payments from our local economy: halt the mergers. the newly formed monopolies — will Deep Shah, MD, MSc is a senior medilose the ability to expand, innovate, and cal resident at Emory University. A native improve care for their patients.

Atlantan, he is a graduate of Greater If we doubt these consequences, we Atlanta Christian School and was a UGA can examine the effect that mergers have Foundation Fellow and American Rhodes had in Georgia’s hospital market. As Scholar. Dr. Shah plans to practice primary care in the Atlanta area. a February 2015 WSB-TV investiga-

Nothing like pheasant hunting in South Dakota PIERRE, S. D. – It makes my year to come to South Dakota during pheasant hunting season. Vehicle tags historically have billed this state as one of “Great Faces” and “Great Places.” I have a suggestion. If they want an eager aficionado’s opinion, state officials should add “Great People” to their license plates.

South Dakota is not such a big place with the total population standing at just over 853,000. There are about a dozen cities in the U. S. bigger, in population than South Dakota, a place where the governor seldom wears a tie.

My favorite governor out here, the late George Mickelson, often wore cowboy boots and a string tie to the office.

More pickup trucks — this should be no surprise — dominate the parking lots than any other mode of travel.

I can never remember seeing a Lexus in Pierre, the capital city. There must be, but in a couple of months, a Lexus won’t get you to the grocery store in a snowstorm without debilitating complications.

Folks here identify with the work ethic. Farmers and ranchers in South Dakota live hard and work hard. They are hearty with a rawhide appreciation for life on the plains. Their days end with a trek out for dinner where they order the hard stuff and a big steak.

I’ve been coming here for years dating back to the early ’80s when an introduction to the aforementioned Gov. Mickelson resulted in an invitation to join him for pheasant hunting. After his tragic death in a private plane crash, Homer Harding, the state treasurer of

Loran Smith that era, keeps inviting me back.

Homer is remarkable. He loves his home state where he flourished in business. Owner of a Ford dealership, Homer also made his way in banking, politics and the wise investing of his money. Along the way, he found time to identify with the most passionate avocation in the state — pheasant hunting. A man with deep affection for the flag, Homer is a retired brigadier general in the Army Reserve, having served in the Philippines in World War II. For years, Homer worked as a hunting guide for groups that came from out of state to enjoy the unmatched thrill of shooting the cock pheasant in the corn and grain fields of South Dakota. He can remember when the daily limit was seven — four roosters and three hens. “My mother, Rose, was an excellent shot,” Homer recalls. “She would cook and can pheasant to put up for the winter.”

Over dinner with Homer and his wife, Pat, the dinner conversation was spiced with hunting and fishing stories.

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All the time, in your mind’s eye, there are flashbacks to those times when you have enjoyed memorable days hunting with Homer’s friends Darrell and Brad Reinke and Jay Etzhorn.

You recall the trips in which you shot your limit every day. Other days less favorable are forgotten. You remember the shot which brought compliment from the South Dakotans and are reminded of those shots when you walk through your study where mounts are prominent on your wall. You remember the fellowship and the good feeling of moving through the fields and seeing a rooster rise, with a cacophonous cackle, as your aim brings down the most beautiful of game birds.

Riding home from the fields after a successful hunt, there is much to savor — fulfillment is over the top. The buffalo continue to roam in South Dakota, and genuine people are as prevalent as the cock pheasant.

As the trip was coming to a close, we were out in the fields with a yellow lab named Dakota. We were walking our last food plot when suddenly a rooster thundered up. With the greatest of aplomb, the wiry and gentlemanly Homer Harding, 90 years young, raised his black Benelli as he has done for years. Suddenly a robust pheasant crashed into the corn rows. Dakota retrieved him with oil painting aplomb.

I’ve said it before, and I say it again.

I want to be like Homer.

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

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•From Page 1A at doing the costumes and Melanie is really happy.”

The costumes were such a hit that Central’s Technical Theatre teacher, Kevin Bunch, and engineering teacher Kevin Seymour plan to help the students use them on Saturday night for trickor-treating activities in their neighborhoods.

“Just to see them smiling and happy, all the hard work when we were doing it, none of that even matters,” said Central senior Tyrenee Matteson. “The finished product is the only thing in my mind.”

Jonathan said being a part of the building process and meeting the Central students was like “being in another dimension, being in another world.”

Usually when Jonathan goes trick-or-treating, his costume was largely covered up by his wheelchair. But

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Rebecca Aldarondo Rebecca W. Aldarondo, 70, of Snellville, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2015, at her home. Arrangements entrusted to Eternal Hills Funeral Home, Snellville, 770-972-3155.

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Victoria Cofer Victoria Cofer age 56 of Lawrenceville, GA passed away Wednesday, October 28, 2015. She is survived by her loving husband, Jimmy; sons, Jimmy (Christy) Cofer, Jr. and David (Maggie) Cofer; grandchildren, Brady and Colt Cofer and Austin and Avery Cofer; sister, Patsy George; brothers, David Waits and Jimmy Waits; as well as many nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends.

A Funeral Service Honoring the Life of Victoria will be held on Saturday, October 31, 2015 at 11:00 AM at Tom M. Wages Lawrenceville Chapel.

Interment will be held at 2:30pm in Crawfordville Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Friday, October 30, 2015 from 4pm-8pm in the funeral home.

Condolences may be sent to or viewed at www. wagesfuneralhome. com. Tom M. Wages Funeral Service LLC, “A Family Company” 120 Scenic Hwy Lawrenceville, GA 770-963-2411. .

Terri Demchak Evans Funeral Home announces the death of Mrs. Terri Blinn Demchak, age 59, of Duluth, Georgia, who passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2015. Mrs. Demchak was born in Cleveland, Ohio, a daughter to Mrs. Lilalee Parpart Blinn and the late Robert C. Blinn Sr. Mrs. Demchak was a 1974 graduate of Ashland High School, Ashland, Ohio and was the Human Resource Manager at Valmet, Inc. in Duluth, GA. She was a member of the Lawrenceville Presbyterian Church, Lawrenceville, GA. In addition to her father, Mrs. Blinn was preceded in death by her brother, Robert C. “Robbie” Blinn Jr. S

wheelchairs by building Halloween costumes for them using their wheelchairs.

D’Antonio said the project aligns with Central’s academy model of project-based learning. The after-school project has student representatives from each academy at the school but is driven by fine arts, stage craft class, National Art Honors Society and Technology Students Association. said teacher Anna Maria Junior Dustin Stephens D’Antonio, who saw the said he was a bit hesitant idea and spearheaded the when he first heard about the project. “We have to really idea, but that feeling didn’t sit with them, our kids have last long. to interview them and then “When they came and we come up with drawings, and actually got to see them in take the drawings back to the their wheelchairs, and we recipients and we get their took their measurements and feedback.” everything, it really kind of D’Antonio saw a Kickclicked for a lot of us that we starter campaign from a could actually do this and California nonprofit, Magic make their Halloween really Wheelchair, which was cool,” he said. “You could established to raise awaresee everyone’s face brighten ness of childhood disabilities up when we showed them and bring joy to children in the designs. You could just Central Gwinnett dance teacher Annie Bunch, left, and students Kayla Jones and Tyrenee Matteson work a costume where a swan wraps around a wheelchair.

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not anymore.

“Now they see a whole lot,” he said. “I’m really happy because I was one of the kids to get chosen out of all the schools and all of my friends. … I’m super thankful.”

Wearing a tiara and a tutu was important to Melanie, but the students also incorporated a swan around her chair. The swan embraces the chair while wearing the tutu.

“What really drives this is what the kids want,”

Survivors include her husband, George Demchak, son, Jake Demchak both of Duluth; mother, Lilalee Blinn, sister, Becky Blinn both of Buford, brother and sister in law, Mitch and Donna Blinn of Jefferson, sisters in law, Patricia (Mark) Andrasek, Mary (Jim) Demchak-Degross all of Parma, Ohio; nieces, Stephanie Andrasek, Rachel Andrasek, nephews, Shawn Blinn, Cameron Blinn and Mark Andrasek Jr. A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, November 1, 2015 at 2:00 in the Lawrenceville Presbyterian Church with Rev. Ryan Jensen officiating. A reception will immediately follow the service in the Church Fellowship Hall.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to the Epilepsy Foundation, 8301 Professional Place, Suite 200, Landover, MD 20785.

Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson. 706-367-5467.

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Alice Hemphill Alice “Ginger” Hemphill, age 57 of Lawrenceville, GA passed away October 24, 2015. Tom M. Wages Funeral Service, LLC, “A Family Company” Snellville Chapel, 770-979-3200, has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.

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He is survived by his wife Kristi Herring (Vassak) of Auburn, GA, his two sons Andrew and Bradley, his mother Patricia Butler of Valdosta, GA, his father Euford Herring and step-mother Theresa Herring of Suwanee, GA, his sister Ellen Benton of Pensacola, FL, his brother Michael Herring of Valdosta, GA, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and his loyal dog Harley.

Jon was a passionate soul who enjoyed time with his family and friends.

He loved NASCAR, the Atlanta Braves, and his Georgia Bulldogs. He had a kind heart, a great sense of humor, and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, October 31st at 2:00 PM at Tom M. Wages Lawrenceville Cha-

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David Hoovestol David Earl Hoovestol, age 60 of Atlanta, died October 22, 2015. A Memorial service will be held 11:00 AM Saturday October 31, 2015 at Bill Head Funeral Home Duluth Chapel. Mr. Hoovestol was born in California and worked for AT&T. David graduated from Duluth High School in 1973. He played basketball and football. He also earned his masters degree from Georgia Tech. He was always willing to help family members and enjoyed being “Grandpa Dave” to his step-granddaughters.

He is survived by his wife, Lorna Hoovestol, stepson Dion Sevener (Mindy), Step grandchildren Isabell and Violet, mother, Rachel Hoovestol and brothers Brent Hoovestol, Jon Hoovestol and Steve Hoovestol. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

Online condolences may be sent by visiting www. billheadfuneralhome. com. A lunch reception at Annandale Village will follow the service.

The family will receive friends Saturday 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Bill Head Funeral Homes and Crematory Duluth Chapel, 770-476-2535.

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up effects creator who won 11 Oscars and two Emmys.

“It’s this wonderful innate bridge between technology with craftsmanship,” D’Antonio said. “I think we’re giving our kids something that has been missing for a while.”

Those online tutorials, worth thousands of dollars, show students how to make a robot, how to make dinosaur teeth and how to make prosthetics.

Looking back over the entire process, D’Antonio said it was bigger yet more rewarding than even she imagined. She said Bunch had constant conversations for advice with the professionals in California.

“There were a lot of challenges along the way,” she said. “There were times when I wondered how is it ever going to come together, but it always did. It came out better than I ever thought it would.”

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Susan A. Jackson, age 34 of Lawrenceville, died October 26, 2015.

Arrangements by Bill Head Funeral Homes and Crematory Duluth Chapel, 770-476-2535.

William “Bill” Patton, age 74, of Buford, GA, passed away on October 29, 2015. Services and Arrangements by: Junior E. Flanigan, Flanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Buford, GA (770) 932-1133.

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see them thinking, ‘Wow, this could be really great for us,’ and we thought ‘Wow, let’s do this for them.’”

The work is rooted in problem solving at every turn. The students took a diagram sketched in pencil and built a lifesize costume.

“It’s to create a product at the end that’s usable, and in this case, is really fulfilling the dreams and wishes of two really sweet children in our cluster,” D’Antonio said.

Central was one of a handful of groups selected to work with the Stan Winston School in California for design implementation, resources and tutorials — 500 hours worth — throughout the project. Central is also the only one outside of the West Coast and the only high school.

“We’re kind of mind blown,” Stephens said.

Winston, who passed away in 2008, was a television and film special make-

Kenneth Nash Kenneth Maynard Nash, age 79, of Lilburn, passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2015. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, October 31, 2015 at Luxomni Baptist Church in Lilburn with the remains placed in state at 1:00 PM. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday at New Ramah Cemetery in Ray City, GA. Mr. Nash was born September 22, 1936 in Nashville, GA to William Dewey Nash and Kitty Louise Cato Nash. He married Eloise Skinner on January 9, 1955. Mr. Nash spent his entire career in electronics sales and repairs and was the owner of Nash Lilburn Electronics. He was a former Boy Scout leader with Troop 100 in Lilburn and was a member of Luxomni Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon and Sunday School teacher. In retirement, he enjoyed making furniture for his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Ernie Nash and William (Billy) Nash and his sister, Vernice Boggs.

Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Eloise Nash of Lilburn; sons and daughters-in-law, Randy Nash of Bel Air, MD, Wayne and Nancy Nash of Jefferson, Wendell and Martha Nash of Dacula and Robert and Deborah Nash of Raleigh, NC; grandchildren, Corrie Nash, Ivey Wynn, Emily Paul, Ellery Jones, Olivia Nash, Alexandria Nash, Heather Nash, Christopher McLawhorn, John McLawhorn and Joseph Nash; great grandchildren, Natalie McLawhorn, Isabelle McLawhorn, Olivia McLawhorn, Molly McLawhorn, Agneta McLawhorn, Beth McLawhorn and Bella Primavera. Online condolences may be left at www.billheadfuneralhome.com. The family will receive friends Friday from 5:00–8:00 PM at Bill Head Funeral Homes and Crematory, Lilburn/Tucker Chapel, (770) 564-2726.

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Lachman Raghunauth Lachman Raghunauth, age 67 of Snellville, passed away on October 28, 2015. Tim Stewart Funeral Home, 670 Tom Brewer Road, Loganville, GA 30052. 770-466-1544. www.stewartfh.com.

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John J. Reilly John J. Reilly, 88, a resident of Brookdale, and a former resident of Lawrenceville, Georgia, passed away Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at his home. He was self employed in retail sales for many years. He was a seven year veteran of the United States Marines serving in WWII. He was a devoted husband and caretaker of his beloved spouse, Caryl Marie Reilly who passed away September 10, 2010.

He was also preceded in death by his son, Timothy Robert Reilly.

He is survived by his children: Kathy Reilly, Michael Reilly both of Memphis, TN, John Reilly of San Francisco, CA, and Maureen Bryant and husband, Gary of Cleveland, TN; one grandchild, Chris Bryant of Cleveland.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Brookdale staff for their love, support and care of Mr. Reilly.

A family gathering will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2015 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Ralph Buckner Funeral Home.

There will be a private memorial service at Chattanooga National Cemetery.

The family requests that memorials be made to the American Heart Association, 519 E. 4th Street, Chattanooga, TN 37403.

We invite you to sign the Reilly family guestbook at www.ralphbuckner.com.

Ralph Buckner Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.

FLOWERY BRANCH

Janet Ross Janet Lee Woodall Ross, age 81, of Flowery Branch, formerly of Tucker, died Tuesday, October 27, 2015. Her funeral will be Sunday, November 1, 2015 at 2:00 pm at Bill Head Funeral Home, Lilburn/Tucker Chapel, with Rev. Donnie Ballenger officiating. Burial will follow in H. G. Wright Cemetery, Norcross. Born in Decatur, she was a retired admissions receptionist for Doctor’s Hospital in Tucker and was a member of Harmony Grove United Methodist Church, Lilburn. She was preceded in death by her husband, James C. “Jimmy” Ross, her daughter, Carol Ross McMillan and her brother, Glen Taylor Woodall. She is survived by her daughter, Nancy Ross Cantrell of Ellijay; son, Sheldon Ross of Hiawassee; grandchildren, John Bradley McMillan, Amy McMillan Thompson, Rainey Lee Cantrell, Walker Ross, Derek Chastain and Kelly Cantrell Hill; great grandchildren, Kensley Thompson, Aubrey Thompson and Caroline Thompson; brother, Henry Douglas Woodall of Winder; several nieces, nephews and friends. Online condolences may be left at www. billheadfuneralhome.com.

The family will receive friends Saturday from 12:00 noon until 4:00 pm and on Sunday from 12:00 noon until 2:00 pm at Bill Head Funeral Homes and Crematory, Lilburn/Tucker Chapel, (770) 564-2726.

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Bill Sensel Mr. Bill Sensel, age 61, of Flowery Branch passed away Tuesday, October 27, 2015.

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Gilberto Zuniga Gilberto Zuniga, age 69, of Duluth, GA passed away October 29, 2015.

Arrangements by Crowell Brothers Funeral Home & Crematory, Norcross/ Peachtree Corners, GA. 770-448-5757.

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Officials predict little growth in Year Three ACA sign-ups

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total or exceeds it for 2016.

The first two years of exchange enrollment in Federal health officials Georgia harvested “some are predicting little growth low-hanging fruit,’’ McKin sign-ups as Year Three ay said. The remaining of open enrollment for the uninsured, he added, “may health insurance exchanges not be as easy to reach.” begins Monday.

Groups that will draw U.S. Health and Huextra focus for enrollman Services Secretary ment in the state include Sylvia Burwell said the young adults, Latinos administration expects and African-Americans, that exchange enrollment McKay said. nationally will reach about Open enrollment runs 10 million people by the through Jan. 31. Consumend of 2016, up from 9.9 ers must sign up by Dec. million announced in late 15 to have coverage that June of this year. starts Jan.1.

More than 540,000 One enrollment wild Georgians signed up for card is the increase in the coverage in 2015 in the tax penalty for not signing health insurance exchange, up for coverage. which was created under Unless exempted, people the Affordable Care Act. who remain uninsured Dante McKay, state direc- next year will be subject tor of Enroll America, said to a penalty of $695 for an Tuesday that he hopes individual, or 2.5 percent Georgia at least equals that of household income Georgia Health News

— whichever is greater.

That’s up from the 2015 penalty: $325 or 2 percent of income, whichever is greater.

“Part of our role is educating consumers about the penalty,’’ McKay said.

This year was the first time the IRS collected the penalties, deducting them from taxpayers’ refunds for the 2014 tax year in most cases, the Associated Press reported this month.

Some 7.5 million households paid penalties totaling $1.5 billion, an average of $200 apiece, according to preliminary IRS data.

Meanwhile, many of those with current exchange coverage will see increases in their premiums.

HHS says there will be a 6.1 percent increase for Georgia’s second-lowestcost silver plans in 2016.

That hike is lower than the national average of 7.5 percent for the 37 states, including Georgia, that have their exchanges run by the federal government.

The metro Atlanta market will see a 4.7 percent increase in that benchmark plan, also lower than other major markets studied.

These increases do not take into account the subsidies that lower the monthly costs for the majority of exchange consumers. Nationally, about 8 in 10 individuals who selected a 2015 exchange plan qualified for financial assistance, and the average subsidy for those who qualified was $270 per month, HHS said.

Consumers should shop around among health plan offerings “to ensure they are choosing the plan that best meets their health

needs and their budget,’’ said Cindy Zeldin of Georgians for a Healthy Future.

“In most regions, individuals who return to exchanges to shop for coverage will likely be able to keep premium increases low,” said Elizabeth Carpenter, vice president at Avalere, a consulting firm.

“This is especially true for individuals receiving subsidies, who are largely insulated from rate hikes, depending on the plan they choose.”

Due to increased funding, Georgia will have more insurance “navigators“ and “assisters’’ to help consumers sign up for coverage.

Zeldin said this assistance “will continue to be essential in reaching the individuals, families, and communities who need help making sense of their

options and understanding the enrollment process.”

According to a recent Kaiser Family Foundation report, Georgia has about 1.5 million uninsured people. Of that total, about 200,000 are eligible for Medicaid, and 400,000 more are eligible for subsidies in the exchange.

But 300,000 other Georgians are in what’s known as the coverage gap – having too much income to qualify for Medicaid, yet not enough to qualify for exchange subsidies.

The gap exists in the states, including Georgia, that have not expanded their Medicaid programs to cover more people. The Affordable Care Act calls for every state to expand Medicaid, but the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that states are not obligated to do so.

HEALTH BRIEFS Publix to host free diabetes workshops

to attend.

The workshop will teach participants how to plan meals, read labels, incorPublix Super Markets will porate regular exercise into host a series of free Diabetes, their day and monitor their Food and You Workshops at blood sugar with the goal of the Centerville location on living a healthier life.

Centerville Hwy. in SnellCustomers are encouraged ville on Saturday, Nov. 7, at to call the store to sign up 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 1 for one of the free one-hour p.m. workshops at 770-736-7806.

The Morehouse School of Medicine will have healthResurgens care professionals on hand Orthopaedics to answer questions about the disease. Customers living hires specialists with the disease can receive Resurgens Orthopaedics, help with reaching their diabetes care goals. Friends and Georgia’s largest orthofamily are also encouraged paedic practice, recently

added four new specialized orthopaedic surgeons to serve residents in the metro Atlanta area, including one in Gwinnett.

Dr. Phillip Walton, Jr., MD specializes in conditions of the foot and ankle and will be practicing at Resurgens’ Lawrenceville and Snellville offices.

“We are excited to have these four physicians join the Resurgens team,” said Dr. Douglas Lundy, Resurgens’ co-president. “The metro Atlanta area will benefit from their additions to the practice, allowing patients the convenience of having a specialized physician in

their neighborhood. Access to timely physician care will also improve with additional physicians able to treat patients and get them back to doing what they love to do. That is what we’re all about.”

Walton received his medical degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tn. He completed his residency at the Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program in Boston, Mass., before continuing his students with an Orthopaedic Surgery and foot and ankle fellowship at Massachusetts General Hostpital in Boston, Mass.

portunity to meet the Harken care team and learn about Harken Health’s approach to providing personalized, quality care.

Activities include a ribbon cutting event with the Gwinnett County Chamber of Harken Health Commerce, complimentary hosts open house fitness classes, Health Center tours and light appetizers and at new center refreshments.

Harken Health is introducThe ribbon-cutting will ing a new kind of health care take place at 3 p.m. with the in Duluth and will celebrate open house immediately with an open house event on afterward. Complimentary Wednesday, Nov. 4 from 3 fitness classes begin at p.m. to 8 p.m. at their new 5:30 p.m. and run every 30 location on Old Norcross minutes.

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For more information, Guests will have the opvisit www.harkenhealth.com.

Walton is an active member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and is taking new patients at the Lawrenceville and Snellville offices.

BUSINESS BRIEFS Operations Ann Rodriguez.

Shoppers will have a chance to win Falcons Tickets for Sunday’s game against the Buccaneers and The Atlanta Falcons and signed merchandise.

Atlanta United will host a “We are thrilled to angrand opening for the popnounce the grand opening up official Team Store at the of our official team store for Mall of Georgia on from both the Falcons and Atlanta 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

United,” said Falcons presiSaturday. dent and CEO Rich McKay. The grand opening will “The store is ideally located feature mascot Freddie Fal- in one of the largest malls con and the Atlanta Falcons in the United States, which Cheerleaders as well as a gives our fans direct access meet and greet with former to everything they need to Falcons player Jerious show their support.”

Norwood, Atlanta United The Team Store will be President Darren Eales and open through the end of the Vice President of Business year.

•From Page 1A Snellville resident since 1981, said she voted for Witts hoping he’d help “unify” the city.

“I just feel like sometimes there’s a little too much time spent on controversy and (spectacle),” she said.

McMenomy said she thinks Witts, whom she knows personally from church, is the man who can correct that, as well as help the city advance in development, as nearby cities including Lawrenceville have.

Mike Phillips, a 25-year resident and a retired athletic

2016.

“Zoës Kitchen will add another dimension to our already popular retail and dining options,” said Joseph Piccolo, area general manager at Mall of Georgia.

Zoës Kitchen will offer Mediterranean-inspired dishes made from simple ingredients, such as fresh Zoës Kitchen fruits, vegetables, herbs coming in 2016 and grilled lean proteins.

Mall of Georgia Cross- The health-minded fast ing, the open-air shopping casual eatery will also center near the Mall of feature a variety of gluGeorgia, will welcome a ten-free, vegetarian and new location from Zoës vegan options, as well as Kitchen to its tenant mix a full catering menu. during late spring of — From staff reports The Team Store is the only Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United retail location in the greater Atlanta area. Fans of both the Falcons and Atlanta United can shop for apparel, headwear, car magnets and auto accessories, and various novelties as well as Falcons jerseys.

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director from Grayson High, hopes Kautz can push through the opposition. He put the blame for the controversy, which has focused on a power struggle between the mayor and council, on the council.

“I think she was an outsider that came in young and

probably tried to rock the boat,” Phillips said, adding that she’d been confronted with a “good ol’ boys network” that didn’t like it.

Linda Hanson, a resident of town since 1989, said she supported Lapides.

Of Kautz, Hanson said, “I don’t think she’s doing a good job.” As for Witts, the

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call. As the stepfather arrived at the residence, he called 911 once more and reported that the 16-year-old was armed with a knife and had cut his brother.

According to Gwinnett police, officer Kevin Williams arrived and was met by the stepfather and the 16-year-old, who was armed with a knife.

Williams reportedly gave numerous commands for the teen to drop the knife.

The teen allegedly advanced toward Williams as he backed away shouting commands, a Georgia Bureau of Investigation news release

woman said his tax issues were concerning.

The businessman admits he ran into trouble financially with 401k withdrawals used to avoid shutting down and firing employees, and ended up owing some $100,000 in taxes. He guessed Thursday that he’d settled about 40 percent of the bill with a

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As the teen continued to close the distance between himself and the officer, the officer shot him in the chest, causing him to stop and fall to the ground.

The officers on the scene provided medical attention for the teen and he was transported to Gwinnett Medical Center for treatment, where he is listed in critical condition, the GBI reports.

The GBI is conducting an independent investigation to determine what occurred during the incident and will forward their results to the Gwinnett County District Attorney’s Office.

payment plan he’s had since 2009 or 2010. He said he’s fighting other liens, filed by DeKalb County against his business Georgia Property Restoration as recently as this August.

Resident Jarrett Blankenship filed papers challenging Witts’ candidacy last week, missing the deadline for such a challenge. Blankenship argued in the complaint that a debtor such as Witts wasn’t fit to hold the office.

Witts said he’s been cleared to run.

Others have called Kautz’s financial history, which includes garnishmens, into question. She said Thursday that those issues had been taken care of and were no longer pending.

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KICKOFF EDITION

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THE RUNDOWN A quick look at this weekend’s high school football in the Gwinnett area: TODAY’S GAMES 7:30 p.m.

• Archer at Dacula • Berkmar at Shiloh • Buford at Madison County • Collins Hill at Peachtree Ridge • Grayson at Brookwood • Hebron at Athens Academy • Holy Innocents’ at Wesleyan • Lanier at Winder-Barrow • Lovett at GAC • Mountain View at Duluth • Norcross at Mill Creek • North Gwinnett at Meadowcreek • Parkview at Central Gwinnett • Providence at Towns County

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Points allowed by Buford in its first five region games — it gave up only 32 last year in seven region games

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Mill Creek win over Norcross, a 2014 victory that snapped an eight-game losing streak to the Blue Devils

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Total margin of victory in the past three games between Greater Atlanta Christian and Lovett — a 14-7 GAC win last year and Lovett wins in 2013 (17-14) and 2012 (31-30) FANS CHOICE PLAYER OF THE WEEK Each week during the football season, the Daily Post will nominate four players for its Fans Choice Player of the Week. Online voting at www.gwinnettprepsports. com will begin by Monday morning and will end Thursdays at noon. This week’s winner is: Who: GAC’s Malcolm Cunningham Class: Senior Position: Wide receiver Noteworthy: Caught four passes for 119 yards and a touchdown in the Spartans’ 55-7 win over Holy Innocents’ Coach Tim Hardy’s take: Malcolm “Malcolm Cunningham is having a strong senior season. He has really grown as a player and as a person, demonstrating leadership amongst his teammates. Last week, he played his best game, making a number of big catches and sparking our offense. He also showed consistent effort and intensity in blocking for his teammates. It is exciting to see his continued hard work turn into results on Friday nights.

He is one of the reasons for our team’s success.”

Cunningham (40 percent) beat out Peachtree Ridge’s Malik Staples (28), Mill Creek’s Cameron Turley (21) and Mountain View’s Blake Carroll (11) in fan voting this week.

FLASHBACK On this week in 2010, Nick Tompkins scores Brookwood’s TD on a 17-yard run and the defense does the rest in a 10-0 win over Grayson that allows the Broncos to win their fourth region title in six seasons. … Cody Rediger’s 44-yard TD catch from John Russ with 1:38 remaining is the game-winner, completing Mill Creek’s rally from 7-0 down at halftime for a 14-7 win over Peachtree Ridge. … Taylor Heinicke, now a quarterback for the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings, throws for four TDs and 318 yards, in addition to running for a score, in Collins Hill’s 42-0 win over Norcross.

Lanier’s Marcella and Marcko Baity laugh during a photo shoot at Lanier High School on Wednesday in Sugar Hill. The brothers have been sharing the bulk of the Longhorns’ rushing attack since Ashton Barnes, not pictured, went down with a knee injury earlier in the season. (Staff Photo: David Welker)

Baity brothers split rushing load for Lanier

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Sharing didn’t always come this easily.

Brothers Marcella and Marcko Baity, in the middle age-wise of a 10-sibling family, were separated by just 10 months and split the same bedroom, where they battled regularly for use of the TV’s remote control.

But that was only part of it.

“We fought over tons of stuff,” said Marcella, now a senior on Lanier’s football team. “Start with the fact he got better genes and got taller than me. I specifically remember one time he got to ride a roller coaster and I didn’t. I was like, ‘I’ve been on this earth longer than you, how is this even possible?’”

Fights were the best way to settle things.

“Yeah, we fought all the

Lanier’s Marcella Baity (1) outruns Loganville defender Rhett Mixon (24) earlier this season. (Photos: Craig Cappy)

time,” Marcella said. “No vocals, all fists.”

By the time the Baitys got to high school, the fights subsided and the brothers put much of their focus on the Longhorns’ football program. Lanier has been blessed with depth at their position throughout their ca-

reers, but both Marcella and Marcko, a junior, don’t mind sharing the football.

Each has proven unselfish and done well with his opportunities thus far for the unbeaten Longhorns, fourth in the Class AAAAA state rankings.

“That’s the most impres-

Lanier’s Marcko Baity (27) pushes away Heritage defender Cristophe Page (13) earlier this season.

sive part of those guys and just the running backs we’ve had, they’ve bought into a running back by committee approach,” Lanier head coach Korey Mobbs said.

“We live in a world where everybody wants their

touches and those guys have never wavered on what our plan is for them. That speaks for what kind of kids they are.

“The tempo of the game

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As far as that goes for our kids, our kids are excited to play for the playoffs.”

A playoff trip would Both football teams have be the Panthers’ first the same plan, one that since 2012, while Central reached the postseason last will be derailed soon for year. The Black Knights either Central Gwinnett or haven’t made the playoffs Parkview. in back-to-back seasons Those two control their since going three straight own fate at the moment in years from 2004-06. the Region 8-AAAAAA “If we win out, I think playoff chase, and they we’ll be the 3 seed, but our hope to win their final two biggest priority is makgames, ideally staking a ing sure we get everything claim to the No. 3 seed in squared away for this the region behind powers Friday with Parkview,” Grayson and Archer. But Central head coach Todd only one can follow that Wofford said. script when Central (4-4, Both teams have im3-3 region) hosts Parkview provements to make based (5-3, 3-3) tonight. on their recent results.

Both Dacula (5-3, 4-2) Central has lost three and Brookwood (4-4, 4-2) Central Gwinnett’s Micah Maxey (8) hands off to Nigel Adams (1) during a game with straight games, beginning also are in the mix for the Grayson earlier this season. (Photo: Karl L. Moore) with a see-saw, 33-28 region’s final two playloss to Brookwood. That off spots, though Dacula game also should be a big year Parkview coach Eric for Dacula and Central. has Archer this week and one in determining the Godfree said. “We know They both have an outside was followed by lopsided losses to Grayson (35-2) Brookwood closes with playoff seeding. we have to win one of the shot if they don’t win. We Grayson and Archer. Next “We’re excited about last two to get in (to the all three carry our own fate See REGION 8, Page 8B week’s Parkview-Dacula the opportunity,” secondplayoffs). The same is true if we find a way to win.

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Both teams in tonight’s important Region 7-AAAAAA game between Norcross and host Mill Creek are looking for improvement offensively from last Friday.

For Mill Creek, it’s just a little more nitpicky.

The Hawks didn’t run the ball as well as they would like, but had a big night throwing the ball with Cameron Turley in a 42-17 win over Collins Hill. A more balanced effort is the goal, though it could be tough against a traditionally strong Norcross defense.

“We’ve got to be able to establish both run and pass against them,” Mill Creek head coach Shannon Jarvis said. “We struggled with the run at times last Friday night, and that’s something we’ve got to be better at. If their defense can get you onedimensiona,l you’re going

NORCROSS BLUE DEVILS (7-AAAAA) Coach: Keith Maloof Record: 7-1, 4-1 region Last week: Lost to Peachtree Ridge 31-0

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After an 0-4 start, it didn’t look like Lovett would hold up its side of the annual high-stakes football game with Greater Atlanta Christian.

But then the Lions rolled off five straight wins, including a victory over previously unbeaten Wesleyan last Friday, to set up a key Region 6-AA game tonight at GAC. “The region championship always goes through the GAC-Lovett game and here it is again, same old story,” GAC head coach Tim Hardy said.

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MILL CREEK HAWKS (7-AAAAA) Coach: Shannon Jarvis Record: 8-0, 5-0 region Last week: Beat Collins Hill 42-17 When: Today, 7:30 p.m.

Last meeting: Mill Creek won 30-0 last year Location: Mill Creek High School

to struggle. That’s true for any Norcross defense they’ve had.”

For Norcross, the offensive situation was much more dire a week ago. The Blue Devils didn’t turn the ball over, but they couldn’t move the ball much against Peachtree Ridge in a 31-0 loss.

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vis said. “I know it. We’ve got to make sure our kids know it. Coach Maloof and I have coached against each other for many years and our programs have a tremendous respect for each other. It doesn’t matter what the record is this year, last year, 10 years ago; it’s about preparing for and playing the game this Friday. We know we’ll get Norcross’ best effort.

They have a prideful program with a tremendous amount of success.”

Norcross had plenty of success early this season, but it hit the skids in last week’s loss. Maloof thinks his team will play much better this week, though the challenge of unbeaten Mill Creek is a tough one.

“I feel good about our team,” Maloof said. “Our kids are resilient. We’ll bounce back and go into Mill Creek and do the best we can. Mill Creek is rolling and playing with a lot of confidence. We’ve got to go in and match that confidence.”

team that has riddled the Spartans for years. GAC’s unbeaten run to the state LOVETT finals last season was LIONS (6-AA) loaded with high-scoring Coach: Mike Musrouts, but its lowest point champ output was in Game 9, a Record: 5-4, 5-1 region Last week: Beat Wes14-7 win over Lovett. leyan 21-7 “The biggest thing GAC Lovett always does is SPARTANS (6-AA) really play hard,” Hardy Coach: Tim Hardy said. “Defensively, they Record: 7-1, 5-0 region use a variety of different Last week: Beat Holy schemes, pressure quite Innocents’ 55-7 a bit, have a bunch of When: Today, 7:30 p.m. guys getting to the ball, Last meeting: GAC whether it’s getting to the won 14-7 last year Location: Greater ball carrier or sacking the Atlanta Christian quarterback.”

GAC’s powerful offense, headed up by junior If GAC (7-1, 5-0) quarterback Davis Mills, defeats Lovett, the winner averages 44.8 points of next week’s GAC vs. this season and hasn’t Wesleyan (7-1, 4-1) game been held below 33 in is the 6-AA champ. any game. But Lovett’s “We sort of have a two- defense is solid again, givweek playoff,” Hardy said. ing up just 6.6 points per “We have to win both to game in its current fivebe region champ.” game winning streak.

Neither will be easy, Lovett also has a history starting against a Lovett of success against GAC,

LOVETT AT GAC

winning six straight in the series from 2007 to 2013 until the Spartans broke through last season. Five of those six losses were decided by a touchdown or less, including a 31-30 game in 2012 and a 17-14 game in 2013 — Hardy’s first two seasons as GAC coach.

“It’s always back and forth with them,” Hardy said. “I think it’s been down to the last possession since I’ve been here.

It’s a fun environment, a fun game.”

GAC rolled through Holy Innocents’ 55-7 last Friday, but the coaching staff didn’t like the execution at times. Despite those issues, there were bright spots like linebacker Aiden Jarrett and safety Berkley Boglin on defense.

“It was a little frustrating (vs. Holy Innocents’), but we had some guys do some good things,” Hardy said.

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minus-24 rushing yards on 20 attempts and had only 97 passing yards.

Now they have to face a Mill Creek defense that has given up just 44 points all season, though 17 of those came in the first half last Friday against Collins Hill.

“We just got a little bit out of sync on offense and a lot of it was how Peachtree Ridge was playing,” Norcross head coach Keith Maloof said.

“They’re good. … I think we gave up on the run too quick and we couldn’t establish running the ball.”

Norcross had similar offensive issues last year against Mill Creek in a 30-0 shutout loss, but the Hawks (8-0, 5-0) aren’t taking the visitors lightly.

The 2014 victory was their first in school history over Norcross and they expect a tough test from the Blue Devils (7-1, 4-1) with both teams jockeying for playoff position.

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A look at this week’s football matchups (all games at 7:30 p.m. today unless otherwise noted)

ARCHER AT DACULA Archer Tigers (8-AAAAAA) Coach: Andy Dyer Record: 7-1, 5-1 Last week: Beat Central Gwinnett 42-6

Dacula Falcons (Region 8-AAAAAA) Coach: Tommy Jones Record: 5-3, 4-2 Last week: Lost to Grayson 40-0

As it has been for the past month and a half, Archer was all business in last week’s win over Central, paced by a balanced offense led by the arm of Will Bearden and a host of receivers, plus the running of Jamyest Williams.

With a chance to secure a first-round home playoff date, coach Andy Dyer is hoping to see that same business-like approach from his No. 4 state-ranked Tigers tonight against a Dacula team that has earned his respect.

“We expect excellence out of our kids in all area,” Dyer said. “Our coaches do a good job of promoting that to our players. … (Dacula coach) Tommy (Jones) does a good job of getting them prepared, and they’re always a headache.”

Dacula had a few headaches of its own in last week’s loss to Grayson, starting Johnathan with giving up a touchdown on the opening kickoff.

Grant Jones knows his Falcons can ill-afford a similar slow start this week against Archer.

“We always preach the idea that you start fast and finish strong in order to do what we need to do,” Jones said. “We believe our guys are resilient and will bounce back (from last week’s loss). That’s the tradition of a Dacula football player.”

Like last week against Grayson, Jones knows that Archer’s defense will likely try to take the Falcons out of their comfort zone running the football.

So, it will be up to quarterback Wesley Whitehead and his more reliable receivers like tight end Johnathon Grant to provide the balance Dacula will need.

Last meeting: Archer won 24-10 last year Location: Dacula High School

BERKMAR AT SHILOH Berkmar Patriots (8-AAAAAA) Coach: Kenan Dever Record 0-8, 0-6 Last week: Lost 51-12 to South Gwinnett

Shiloh Generals (8-AAAAAA) Coach: Ryan Andres Record:1-7, 1-5 Last week: Beat Parkview 26-21

Throughout the season, Shiloh head coach Ryan Andrews has said the Generals will stop losing games when the players get tired of it.

That finally happened last week as Shiloh upset Parkview 26-21 for its first win of the season.

“I think they finally got tired (of losing),” Andrews said. “We finally played a game where we competed and we finished on all sides of the ball. We put points up offensively, we finally scored a special teams touchdown. Then in the second half we finally finished a game.”

The Generals defense was led by Julian McDuffie, who had 13 tackles and an interception. Linebacker Justyn Brinson also had 13 tackles and a sack.

Julian “Julian is a difference maker,” Andrews said. “Him and Justyn Brinson have McDuffie been pretty much irreplaceable on that defense, but Julian gets us lined up. He’s ultimately important.”

Shiloh will look to make it two straight wins this week as it host Berkmar. Andrews said the key for his team will be putting the same focus into the Patriots that they had for the Panthers.

“Understanding that being a 28-point underdog to Parkview and winning that game, it can happen to you this week,” he said. “That’s the key, is understanding that if we don’t go out and execute and continue to build on what we did it can happen to you. The weather kind of kept us inside on Monday and Tuesday, but we’ve just got to continue to do the things we’ve been doing all year really, and make sure we finish.”

Last meeting: Shiloh won 34-28 last season Location: Shiloh High School

BUFORD AT MADISON COUNTY

GRAYSON AT BROOKWOOD

BUFORD WOLVES (8-AAAA) MADISON COUNTY RED RAIDERS (8-AAAA) Coach: Jess Simpson Coach: Chris Smith Record: 7-1, 5-0 region Record: 1-7, 1-4 region Last week: Beat North Oconee 56-7 Last week: Lost to Stephens County 39-13 Madison County has shown the ability to put up points this season, but its propensity to give them up has led to just one win, a 59-29 rout of Chestatee.

But the Red Raiders’ offense is good enough to catch the eye of the Buford coaching staff.

“Madison has some talented playmakers on offense led by their quarterback and tailback,” Buford head coach Jess Simpson said. “They do a nice job of running the triple (option) out of the gun and they execute well on the perimeter.”

Simpson wants to keep his team focused on Madison, particularly with a matchup the following week against Stephens County, 7-1 overall and 5-0 in the region like Buford, that will decide the region championship. The Wolves have David been steady each week in region play, outscoring their five 8-AAAA foes 261-10 Andrade and averaging 52.2 points.

They now have won 24 straight region games dating back to a pair of forfeit losses in the 2012 season. Their last region loss on the field was 2009 to Lovett.

The defense held North Oconee in check last week behind Shug Frazier (six tackles, one for loss, one QB pressure), Tyreque Legrant (five tackles, one for loss), Da’Mario Lott (five tackles, one for loss, one sack) and T.D. Roof (five tackles, one sack).

Mic Roof was an efficient 12-for-15 passing the ball for 164 yards and two touchdowns last Friday, while Joshua Blackwell and Anthony Grant were both playmakers. David Andrade played well up front with a 91 percent grade and two knockdown blocks.

Last meeting: Buford won 44-0 last year Location: Madison County High School

GRAYSON RAMS (8-AAAAAA) BROOKWOOD BRONCOS (8-AAAAAA) Coach: Mickey Conn Coach: Philip Jones Record: 9-0, 7-0 region Record: 4-4, 4-2 region Last week: Beat Dacula 40-0 Last week: Had a bye Grayson lost its first four meetings with Brookwood, but has won five of the last seven in the series. A victory this week would cap a perfect regular season for the Rams, who have a bye week next Friday before the playoffs. They are locked into the No. 1 seed for the state playoffs, having clinched the region championship with last week’s win over Dacula.

“That’s six region titles in eight years for us,” Grayson head coach Mickey Conn said. “That’s a credit to our kids and all of the hard work they put in.”

Dimetrios Mason and Evan Sturgill gave Grayson a special teams boost in the Dacula win. Mason returned a kickoff for a touchdown and Sturgill took a punt back for a score.

Frank Brookwood can’t afford any special teams scores from the talented Rams, Robinson whose defense also will make it tough on the Broncos to move the ball. The Brookwood defense, including seniors Shane DeFreitas, Frank Robinson and Semaj Hayden, needs to play well to keep the score close.

With two games left, Brookwood still has plenty to play for. A win in either of the last two games gets first-year head coach Philip Jones’ team into the playoffs, though that is a tough task with Grayson and Archer left on the schedule. Even with two losses to end the season, two Parkview wins would put the Broncos in a three-way tie for 8-AAAAAA’s last playoff spot.

“Our guys have a sense of urgency and they’re excited about competing,” Jones said. “It’s Senior Night here for us and to the seniors it means a great deal to them to go out on a good note in their last game here. And it means a lot to the underclassmen because it means so much to the seniors.”

Last meeting: Grayson won 38-3 last year Location: Brookwood High School

HEBRON CHRISTIAN AT ATHENS ACADEMY

HOLY INNOCENTS’ AT WESLEYAN

Hebron Lions (8-A) Coach: Kevin Shaffer Record: 6-2, 4-2 Last week: Beat George Walton Academy 29-26

Athens Academy Spartans (8-A) Coach: Josh Alexaner Record: 7-1, 5-1 Last week: Beat Providence Christian 42-7

Last week’s win over George Walton Academy is a potential game-changer for Hebron’s program, not only getting the Lions their first win over the traditionallystrong Bulldogs and assuring them of a winning season, but strengthening their case for a state playoff berth.

The next task is to put all that behind them and focus on another tough team in Athens Academy.

“Everybody’s excited for a big, historic win,” Hebron coach Kevin Shaffer said.

“But we know the season’s not over. The playoffs are not yet set. We have to keep going. We have to keep winning. We’re preparing for this week for a playoff atmosphere. In order to do something in the playoffs, we’ve got to be able to win B.J. in games like this.”

Riley The Spartans have enjoyed a bit of a renaissance under first-year coach Josh Alexander, the former offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at Archer who has helped them nearly double their win total from last season already.

They’ve scored 36 or more points in five of their eight games so far behind quarterback Drew Richardson and running back Payton Bowles, including 42 in last week’s win over Providence.

It will be up to a Lions’ defense that has improved lately behind the likes of lineman John Dussling, linebacker Ryver Morrow and cornerback B.J. Riley to try to slow down that attack. “(Athens Academy) is a spread team like us, only they throw a lot out of it,” Shaffer said. “We did a lot of work against something like this with 7-on-7 (leagues) this summer, but in our region, there aren’t many passing teams like this.”

Last meeting: Hebron won 35-28 in overtime last year Location: Athens Academy

HOLY INNOCENTS’ GOLDEN BEARS (6-AA) WESLEYAN WOLVES (6-AA) Coach: Ryan Livezey Coach: Franklin Pridgen Record: 2-7, 1-5 region Record: 7-1, 4-1 region Last week: Lost to GAC 55-7 Last week: Lost to Lovett 21-7 Traditionally a region power, Holy Innocents’ is having another tough year. The Golden Bears have been shut out five times this season and their only wins have come against KIPP Atlanta and Class A George Walton.

Holy Innocents’ was 2-8 last year, breaking a streak of seven straight playoff appearances, but Wesleyan still had to eke out a 7-0 win so the Wolves aren’t taking anything for granted.

“It’s always a big game for us, always a hard-fought battle,” Wesleyan head coach Franklin Pridgen said. “It’s probably as close to a rivalry game as we have.

“Holy Innocents’ is much better than its 2-7 record might indicate and, of course, they’re coming over here with, probably, nothing to lose since this in Tanner their last game of the season. We’ve still got GAC next week and the playoffs. So Moore they’re a very dangerous opponent and we’ve got to be at our best.”

If GAC beats Lovett today, the regular season finale between GAC and Wesleyan will decide the region title.

The Wolves, who are coming off a 21-7 loss to Lovett, can’t afford to look too far into the future though. Defense will be a bone of contention and Wesleyan got good performances out of a number of players last week despite the loss. Drew Aspinwall led the defensive effort with 18 tackles (14 solo). Kevin Stipe had eight tackles (six solo), while James Williams and Tanner Moore added tackles for loss.

“It’s always a low scoring affair — we’re hoping to change that a little bit this year — but we’re excited,” Pridgen said. “It’s senior night and should be another classic battle in this series.”

Last meeting: Wesleyan won 7-0 last year Location: Wesleyan School

LANIER AT WINDER-BARROW

MOUNTAIN VIEW AT DULUTH

LANIER LONGHORNS (8-AAAAA) WINDER-BARROW BULLDOGGS (8-AAAAA) Coach: Korey Mobbs Coach: Heath Webb Record: 8-0, 7-0 Record: 5-3, 5-2 Last week: Defeated Salem 31-10 Last week: Beat Clarke Central 21-17 After locking up a return trip to the state playoffs last week, Lanier can secure a second-straight Region 8-AAAAA tonight with a win over Winder-Barrow. The Longhorns are 7-0 in the region and hold a head-to-head tiebreaker with Loganville.

Lanier rallied last week in the fourth quarter to defeat Salem 31-10. Markco Baity ran the ball 17 times for 221 yards and two scores. Tahj Tolbert was 18 of 28 for 221 yards and a touchdown with two interceptions. It was the best game of the year for the Longhorns’ receivers as Josh Stroud hauled in seven catches for 74 yards and Cole Paschall had six catches for 85 yards and a TD. The Longhorns defense was stout once again. Juwuan Jones led the way 11 Josh tackles, an interception and a forced fumble. Derrick Brown had 12 tackles, 3 for Stroud loss and a sack. Tyler Taylor and C.J. Burress each added nine tackles.

Salem was tied with Lanier at 10 entering the fourth quarter, but the Longhors pulled away as Jones’ interception led to a touchdown and Isaiah Dozier returned a fumble for a score on the ensuing kickoff.

Winder-Barrow enters the game on a five-game win streak, including a 21-17 win over Clarke Central last week. The Bulldoggs offense is led by senior running back Cece Green, who has run for 936 yards and eight touchdowns this year.

Quarterback Brock Landis is a dual threat signal caller. He’s thrown for 506 yards with three touchdowns and five picks. He’s also run for five touchdowns as well. Senior Noah Chapman has also played in each game at QB for the Doggs, throwing for 468 yards with five TDs and six interceptions.

Last meeting: Lanier won 21-10 Location: Winder-Barrow High School

MOUNTAIN VIEW BEARS (7-AAAAAA) DULUTH WILDCATS (7-AAAAAA) Coach: Nick Bach Coach: Bob Swank Record: 2-6, 1-4 region Record: 1-7, 0-5 region Last week: Beat Meadowcreek 56-0 Last week: Lost to North Gwinnett 53-7 Mountain View stopped a four-game losing skid with last week’s win over Meadowcreek, rebounding from losses to the region’s four state playoff teams, Norcross, Peachtree Ridge, Collins Hill and Mill Creek. A victory over Duluth would give the Bears a rare two-game winning streak — they’ve won two in a row just twice since their debut season in 2009.

“We don’t have a whole lot of records for winning around here in our short history at Mountain View, but (two in a row) would be one of the few times it’s happened here,” Mountain View head coach Nick Bach said. “We would like to have a lot of firsts at Mountain View in the future.”

The Bears, still without injured tailback Nick Harris, rolled on both sides of the Keashaun ball against Meadowcreek. Jonathan Thompson intercepted three passes, Blake Hill Carroll had a pick-six and Keashaun Hill had six tackles, one for a safety. Jalen Virgil, Alex Scott and Emanuel Cantrell had big games offensively.

Duluth has lost five straight since a Sept. 4 win over Lakeside-DeKalb, but some positives have emerged in recent weeks. Injuries at the quarterback position have slowed the Wildcats down, but Isaiah Grim is healthy and expected to play this week. Sophomore wideout William Huzzie also has made some plays the last few games.

“We’re trying to get better,” Duluth head coach Bob Swank said. “I thought we played a little bit better on offense the last couple of weeks. Hopefully we can turn that into points. We’ve been getting yards but we haven’t been getting it into the end zone.”

Last meeting: Mountain View won 28-20 last year Location: Duluth High School

NORTH GWINNETT AT MEADOWCREEK

PROVIDENCE AT TOWNS COUNTY

North Gwinnett Bulldogs (7-AAAAAA) Coach: Bob Sphire Record: 3-5, 1-4 Last week: Beat Duluth 53-7

Meadowcreek Mustangs (Region 7-AAAAAA) Coach: Jason Carrera Record: 2-6, 0-5 Last week: Lost to Mountain View 56-0

North took out a lot of the frustration from a four-game losing streak out on Duluth last week, and coach Bob Sphire admitted that it felt pretty good.

What felt better was the return of at least some of the injured personnel whose absence was very much felt during the losing streak, and the improvement the Bulldogs made in other important areas that were in need of it.

Most notable in that improvement was the running game, which provided a strong compliment to Cade Fortin and the passing game behind youngsters Ryan Lovelace and TraiChean Moore, and which he believes North must be able to do tonight.

“We had two of our (injured) linemen back,” Sphire said. “That made a big difference because we were able to protect the quarterback. And we were able to Ryan run the ball, too.

Lovelace “There’s no question (Meadowcreek is) vastly improved. They’re so much more sound in their alignments and assignments. That just jumps out on you when you watch them on film.”

Meanwhile, Meadowcreek is trying to shake off the disappointments of recent weeks, like last week’s loss to Mountain View and recapture the enthusiasm that built up during the early-season winning streak.

“Were a little upbeat because it’s senior night,” Mustangs coach Jason Carrera said. “We’ve talked to our kids a lot about passion and effort. … And we’ve talked about making (things) more simple and just reading and reacting and playing hard.”

Carrera also agrees that how his team plays against North’s running game will be a major key tonight, and the Mustangs will rely on a front seven that includes defensive tackle Diri Ibeawuchi.

Last meeting: North won 50-6 last year Location: Meadowcreek High School

PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN STORM (8-A) TOWNS COUNTY INDIANS (8-A) Coach: Ken Robinson Coach: Billy Barnhart Record: 0-8, 0-6 region Record: 1-8, 1-6 region Last week: Lost to Athens Academy 42-7 Last week: Lost to Commerce 49-0 Towns County has one win this season, a narrow 25-21 victory over Lakeview Academy. Providence Christian was less than a minute from also defeating Lakeview Academy this year, falling in an 8-7 heartbreaker and leaving the young program still searching for its first varsity win.

The Storm had another game come down to the wire this season against Hebron Christian, a team which thumped Towns County 35-0.

On paper, this certainly looks like a quality chance for Providence to earn its first win.

“I know the kids have been talking about it all week — we’re going to get their best performance,” Storm head coach Ken Robinson said.

John One of the questions that will be answered is whether Providence has learned Lyons from its two close losses.

“When the game is on the line, when the pressure comes, that’s when your habits really show up,” Robinson said. “We have to develop those habits and that’s what we’re going to see. I’m convinced that will be the difference — which one of the teams, when it’s on the line, executes the fundamentals.”

In just its second year of varsity play, the Storm have made definite progress. One of the keys to building the program is depth and they’re starting to see the change.

Last week, with several players out sick, the coaching staff was able to draw on new blood, including offensive lineman John Lyons.

“We know we’ll be OK if we have to put him in the fire again,” Robinson said. “We’re looking forward to (today’s) game. It’s a long road trip for us and Towns County is a tough, competitive team.”

Last meeting: Towns County won 20-3 last year Location: Towns County

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Getting To Know … Karly Fullem

After spending her high school athletics days donning green and gold for one Gwinnett County school nicknamed the Wolves, Karly Fullem is back home doing so again. Only this time, instead of Buford, where she lettered in softball and basketball, she is now at Wesleyan as an assistant coach in both sports, as well as for Wesleyan’s middle school track and field program, in addition to teaching sixth-grade math. The three-time AllCounty selection and 2010 Daily Post Co-Pitcher of the Year, who graduated from Georgia Tech in May after finishing her softball career there, recently spoke with Staff Writer David Friedlander and reflected on how things have come full circle for her.

DF: So, when did you decide you wanted to get into teaching and coaching?

KF: I always knew before school even started that I wanted to teach. I just always loved being around kids. Softball brought me the opportunity to play in college. I couldn’t turn that down. So, this opportunity came open as Wesleyan, and I knew I’d be coaching softball and teaching — two things I love.

DF: You’re also on the basketball and track coaching staffs, too. Was that originally part of the

ing the state tournament in Columbus this weekend.

Having been there as a player, how cool would it have been to make it there in your first season, especially with Tony Wolfe bringing Buford down there again?

KF: That would’ve been a cool opportunity. The girls played so well. We couldn’t have asked for anything more from them. Just seeing them in the playoffs brought back so many memories.

I’m just proud of how far they got.

Buford grad Karly Fullem, a former softball player at Georgia Tech, is now a teacher and coach at Wesleyan.

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plan, or were those opportunities that simply came up once you accepted the other positions?

KF: It was originally part of the plan. I played basketball in high school. But yeah, I’m excited. I’m working with the (junior varsity) and the varsity (teams).

DF: But you never ran track in high school.

KF: No, track I never did.

I’ll be working with middle school (athletes), kids that I teach.

ward to basketball now. I’m getting a chance to work for two great (head) coaches.

DF: Obviously softball was your first love, so it’s pretty cool for you to go straight from being in uniform to coaching within just a few months. How has that transition been?

KF: The transition has been pretty easy, actually, since I’ve been giving lessons and things growing up. It’s hard not to want to be out there playing, so DF: Did you expect to it’s been different from an get the chance to coach on instructional viewpoint. But the varsity level so soon it was a lot of fun and the after graduating college? girls are just awesome. It’s KF: I guess not really, but always good to make new I never really thought about relationships. it, but it’s been an exciting opportunity. Softball is DF: The softball team great, and I’m looking forcame up just short of mak-

DF: So, what brought you to Wesleyan? Did you have any other opportunities at other public or private schools?

KF: I really didn’t look around much. I accepted this pretty early. I just really couldn’t turn it down. Wesleyan has a great program, I’m not sure if you’re familiar with it, called the Faculty Fellows Program. So, I’m actually working with another teacher and other people who are involved in other extra-curricular activities. (It’s) the kind of experience you have to have. … It’s a cool opportunity that (the school has) been doing for years. I found out about it through my advisor at Tech.

DF: From a teaching standpoint, how has the transition gone? Has that been tough adjusting to that, or do you feel like

you’ve settled in?

KF: You’d think it would be a lot easier teaching kids younger in age, but it took a while to actually get into it.

Now I feel more comfortable in the classroom, and I have great mentors who have really helped.

posite of Gene Durden?

KF: It’s going to be strange, but I’m very excited. And Coach Durden actually advocated for me for this position. So, it’s going to be a lot of fun. I’m really looking forward to that night.

DF: It’s a little different in coaching, where the girls are a lot closer in age to you. How’s that gone?

I guess now that you’re through softball season, it should be easier with basketball?

KF: I think so. I think it’ll be easier. The girls weren’t sure what to think of the new person in general. It didn’t take long to create relationships, and they’re very respectful here. So it’s been an easy transition.

DF: I think you mentioned them earlier, but you could do a lot worse than working under head coaches like Nichole Dixon in softball and Jan Azar in basketball right off the bat. How much do you think you’re learning from them?

KF: Both have been very helpful and have given me opportunities to learn and to make my own mistakes. But they both do things the right way, which makes it very easy to me.

DF: Have you thought about the fact you’re wearing the same colors and have the same mascot, but at a rival school?

KF: (Laughs) It’s a little different color green.

DF: Since softball was your main sport in high school and you were more of a role player in basketball, does that help you relate to similar type players a little better, particularly in a program like Wesleyan’s, which is known for its depth and sharing responsibility among many different players?

KF: I think it gives me a cool opportunity to just kind of be a supporter and cheerleader rather than in softball, where I’m working on more technical and working on skills. So that’s what I’m looking forward to.

DF: Now, the varsity softball team didn’t play Buford this season. So you didn’t get a chance to be on the other side of that rivalry from when you were high school. But with basketball, the two teams play pretty much every year no matter what the classifications. How strange is it going to be for you to be on a bench op-

Eagles hope to avoid the big plays against Peachtree Ridge

By Paul Thomas

The Lions (6-2, 5-0 region) are coming off their best performance of the season in a 31-0 win over The battle for the Region Norcross. Collins Hill (4-4, 7-AAAAAA crown con4-1) saw its four-game tinues tonight as Peachtree winning streak snapped last Ridge hosts Collins Hill at week with a 42-17 loss to 7:30 p.m.

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Collins Hill head coach Kevin Reach said things don’t get any easier for his team this week against the Lions.

“We knew it was going to be a gauntlet with these last three games,” he said.

“Peachtree Ridge has al-

ways been a good rival for us. I think they’re a lot like us. Their defense is pretty good from top to bottom.

They’ve got some good athletes and they’ve been playing really well here as of late. We just have to have some breaks and cre-

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ate some openings and do some things and just keep getting better.”

Against Norcross, Peachtree Ridge created its own break when Breon Dixon returned a 10-yard punt for a score after Zane Ashley pressured the Blue Devils kicker just before the half.

In the second half the Lions iced the victory with the running game as Louisville commit Malik Stapes ran for 171 yards and two touchdowns, and Marquez Jackson added 147 yards and a TD. “We played really good defensively, and then offensively I thought we improved as far as running the ball,” Peachtree Ridge head coach Mark Fleetwood said. “That was something that was really neat, because we hadn’t had a game where we rushed for 317 yards. I still think we’ve got room for improvement, but as a whole — we had a special teams play that was big, the defense played good and then the offense was able — I felt like we made a step closer in doing things and making sure that we’re shored up everywhere.”

Fleetwood said the Lions will need another complete performance against the Eagles if they hope to remain unbeaten in the region.

While quarterback Monty Horn is day-to-day with an ankle injury, they have a capable backup in Drew Dinsmore and a talented backfield duo in Jonathan Postell and Jeremy Lewis.

Defense has been the strength of the of the team for Collins Hill with North Carolina pledge Tomon Fox leading the way.

“They score too,” Fleetwood said. “Their quarterbacks are good and they’ve got big tall receivers, their line is big and they’ve got running backs that run the ball well. They’ve got speed and they change direction. On defense they’ve got size and they’ve got two or three players that are as good as any players we’ve played against. The Fox kid is really good. I’m really impressed. It’s sort of the same thing, every week it’s tough and any team can beat anybody.”

Defensively, the key for the Eagles will be to limit the big plays against Peachtree Ridge. The Lions have a plethora of players capable of making explosive plays, including senior Nigel Warrior, junior DeAngelo Gibbs and junior Connor Heyward.

Mill Creek scored on three plays of 60 or more yards last week.

“We gave up way too many big plays,” Reach said. “We just had some breakdowns in the secondary and going back and looking at it we just had a couple breakdowns and let receivers get behind us. I think if we can just eliminate the big plays we’ll be OK. But we just gave up way too many big plays — and I’m talking 3rdand-10 and we’re giving up 85-yard touchdown passes — if we can just kind of eliminate big plays, I think we’ll be OK, but because I think that’s kind of been the problem we’ve had. We haven’t had a lot of people driving the ball on us, we’ve just kind of given up a lot of big plays. I think if we can just eliminate that, we’ll be OK.”

COLLINS HILL AT PEACHTREE RIDGE Peachtree Ridge Lions Collins Hill Eagles (7-AAAAAA) (7-AAAAAA) Coach: Mark Fleetwood Coach: Kevin Reach Record: 6-2, 5-0 Record: 4-4, 4-1 Last week: Beat Norcross Last week: Lost 42-17 to 31-0 Mill Creek When: Today, 7:30 p.m.

Last meeting: Peachtree Ridge won 38-3 last season Location: Peachtree Ridge High School

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state softball

Strong pitching, late offense gives Brookwood, Mill Creek wins at state softball tournament

By David Friedlander david.friedlander@ gwinnettdailypost.com

COLUMBUS — Brookwood and Mill Creek each struck late to help Gwinnett County’s four representatives break even during the first round of the Class AAAAAA state softball tournament.

Amanda Ablan’s two-out, two-run single in the top of the seventh backed her own perfect pitching performance as the Broncos downed South Forsyth 3-0 Thursday at the South Commons Softball Complex.

Meanwhile, the Hawks had two different outbursts with three runs in the fifth inning — keyed by Amanda Natsch’s two-out, two-run, tie-breaking triple — and added on four more in the sixth to pull away for a 7-1 win over Kennesaw Mountain.

Ablan (21-7) was the main story in her team’s win, which sends the Broncos (25-10) into a second-round game against Harrison today at 9 a.m.

The senior went 2-for-4 at the plate, including the clutch hit in the seventh, but it was her pitching that was most dominant.

She set down all 21 South Forsyth (21-4) she faced, adding to her Gwinnettrecord career totals with 15 strikeouts.

It took that kind of effort, as War Eagles starter Katherine Huey was also strong, limiting Brookwood to just two hits and striking out seven over the first six innings to keep the game scoreless.

“That’s been our mentality

Brookwood’s Amanda Alban follows through on a run scoring single to give the Broncos a 3-0 lead over South Forsyth in the Elite Eight of the AAAAAA State Softball Tournament. (Photos: David McGregor)

all year,” Brookwood coach Jennifer Maloney said. “We can score a couple of runs and make her a little more comfortable on the mound.

That’s when the game starts to calm down a little bit. But when you get into those late innings, you can feel the pressure a little bit.”

If Ablan felt the pressure, she didn’t show it, both in the circle and when she came to the plate with the bases loaded and the game still scoreless with two outs in the top of the seventh.

Her single — her second of the game and just the fourth for Brookwood on the night — brought home two runners, with a third crossing the plate after a series of throws from the outfield, and made the bottom of the seventh a little more relaxed for herself.

“It was a little nerve-

wracking, but it was a team effort,” Ablan admitted.

“Everyone got on (base), so I couldn’t have (gotten the hit) without them. I knew (Huey) was pitching me outside, so I just stepped out there and looked for something there.

“I still get very nervous, but (the three runs) made (the bottom of the seventh) a lot easier.”

Kayla Louie and Victoria Gunn each added a hit for the Broncos.

Mill Creek (23-8) didn’t wait quite so long for its offensive outburst, though the Hawks did spot KMHS a 1-0 lead after the Mustangs (21-15) struck for a run in the top of the fifth, which looked like it might be enough after Amber Johns had thrown four shutout innings.

But in the bottom of the fifth, Hannah Adams had

tied the game with an RBI single, Natsch lined a triple to the wall to bring home two more runs and give Mill Creek its first lead of the game at 3-1.

The Hawks then erupted for four more runs in the bottom of the sixth, with Adams and Kaylyn Anthony driving in a run each, to break the game wide open.

It was plenty of support for Skylar Hayward, who gave up just two hits and one earned run and struck out nine to earn the complete-game victory.

Adams finished 2-f0r4 with three RBIs, while Natsch (2 RBIs) and Anthony (RBI) also went 2-for-4 and Kayla Nichols added a hit and an RBI. “I was very proud of the girls (Thursday) night,” said Mill Creek coach Paul Pierce, whose Hawks will

Mill Creek second baseman Maddison Koepke turns a double play after tagging out a Kennesaw Mountian baserunner in the Hawks’ 7-1 victory.

meet East Coweta in a second-round game today at 9 a.m. “Both pitchers were making great pitches and getting out of some situations. I was very proud of our girls the way the fought.

“We’re very fortunate.

The girls are playing great, and they’re having a great time playing the game.

They’re just having fun.”

East Coweta 7, Archer 1 Archer (25-6) got a solo home run from Sydney Willhite, but it wasn’t enough after they fell into a 3-0 hole after one inning, which became 7-0 after two.

The Tigers fell into an elimination bracket game

against Kennesaw Mountain today at 11 a.m., while the Indians (34-2) advanced to take on Mill Creek in the second round at 9 a.m.

Harrison 2, North Gwinnett 0 North (32-3) got a strong effort in the circle from Kylee Smith, who gave up just two hits over seven innings in a complete-game effort against Harrison.

But two of those hits were solo homers from Lindley Bruce, sending the Hoyas (26-6) into a second-round game against Brookwood today at 9 a.m.

The Bulldogs will take on South Forsyth in an elimination game at 11 a.m.

Buford endures wild ride for two wins Buford senior at AAAA state softball tournament DT Shug Frazier

By David Friedlander

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COLUMBUS — When you’re eight-time defending state champions, you tend to get breaks like Buford got in its first-round game of the Class AAAA state tournament against Wayne County.

Despite getting only three hits overall and one that left the infield, the Wolves managed to take advantage of two errors and a bizarre infield fly rule play to score single runs in the sixth and seventh and rally for a 2-1 win Thursday afternoon at the South Commons Softball Complex.

Later in the evening, Kennedy Kotula threw a two-hit shutout and hit a solo home run as Buford earned a 2-0 win over Veterans and a spot in the winner’s bracket finals against Heritage-Catoosa tonight at 7 p.m.

“It’s survive and advance,” said Buford coach Tony Wolfe, whose team is guaranteed a spot in Championship Saturday and is just one win away from the finals. “It doesn’t matter how you win — close or low scoring. If you get a win in Columbus, you feel good about it and move on.

“We feel really good we got these two wins (Thursday). We know we can play much better offensively than we played (Thursday) and we’ll try to be a little better (today).”

The Wolves (28-6) had all sorts of trouble with Wayne County (23-11) pitcher Chloe Boulineau in the opener, as the righthander set down the first 10 hitters she faced and 15 of the first 16 to take a nohitter into the sixth.

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pack over dozens of other schools, including AlaBuford senior defensive bama, Georgia, Florida, tackle Shug Frazier verMiami and LSU. bally committed to North Frazier posted on his Carolina State Thursday Twitter page, “I’m extremely excited and thrilled night.

The 6-foot-2, 321-pound to announce that I will be committing to N.C. State!” lineman chose the Wolf-

Buford starting pitcher Logan Caymol celebrates with her teammates after the Wolves’ 2-1 victory over Wayne County on Thursday afternoon in Columbus. (Photo: David McGregor)

That effort made it look like Logan Mullis’ RBI single that put the Yellow Jackets up 1-0 in the bottom of the third would hold up.

But Mariah Wicker led off the top of the sixth with a bunt single to finally break up Boulineau’s nohit bid, and moved to second on Lea Edwards’ sacrifice bunt.

Baylee Sexton then laid down another bunt down the third base line that she legged into an infield single, and when the throw got away, Wicker was able to scamper home to tie the game at 1-1.

In the seventh, the Wolves loaded the bases with one out to set the stage for one of the strangest plays during their current state title streak.

Pinch hitter Shea Bayreuther sent a pop-up just behind and to the fairterritory side of the first base bag and was called out on the infield fly rule.

The ball was then dropped, sending three runners towards the next base.

Wayne County first baseman Kaylee Jones threw to second, where Mullis tagged out Kelsey Bennett for the third out of the inning.

But by that time, Drew Puckett, who led off the inning with a walk, had already crossed the plate, meaning the run counted to give Buford a 2-1 lead.

That lead appeared to be in jeopardy with two outs and nobody on in the bottom of the inning, when Logann Echols sent a deep liner that looked like it would clear the fence for a game-tying home run.

But Bre Gutierrez managed to get a glove on the ball before crashing into the fence — a stronger, more flexible fence than the old plastic model from years past — to keep the ball in the park and hold Echols to a double.

“Honestly, when it left

the bat, I was terrified,” Gutierrez admitted. “I was scared it was going over the fence. I knew I had to run after it and get it and stop it from going over.

“It would’ve been better if I’d caught it. I wish I had caught it, but I’m glad that I went after it.”

Gutierrez’s effort paid off when Logan Caymol (8-1) fanned Jones — the sophomore’s 11th of the game — to close out the victory.

Caymol gave up just four hits and one unearned run in the complete-game effort.

The Wolves got a similar effort from Kotula (4-4) against Veterans (27-11).

The senior induced 16 groundball outs in the complete-game performance and helped herself with a solo homer in the first inning, following a similar solo shot from Samantha Thomas, to make the early 2-0 lead stand up.

Providence Storm XC teams qualify for state meet From Staff Reports

ATHENS — The Providence Christian boys and girls cross country teams earned their way to the state meet on Thursday, as each team finished third in the Area 2 Class A-Private meet at Athens Christian.

The boys team was paced by Sammy Clough (17:57) who finished fourth and Andrew Duffie (18:23) who finished sev-

enth. Connor Allen (18:40) finished 10th, Chandler Scoggins (18:57) was 13th and Patrick Agan (19:09) was 19th.

The girls were led by Emily Swanigan’s secondplace finish with a time of 20:22. Sydney Hendricks (21:48) finished 12th, Anna Huntington (22:42) was 19th, Audrey Scoggins (23:16) was 22nd and Tori McKelvey (23:18) was 27th.

FANS CHOICE FALL ATHLETE OF THE WEEK Who: Sarah Lynch School: Brookwood Sport: Softball Class: Senior Highlights: Went 3-for-4 with a double and two RBIs as the Broncos defeated Lee County 8-0 in Game 3 of the teams’ Class AAAAAA state playoff series Coach Jennifer Maloney’s take: “Sarah is one of the hardest-working players we have. She came to every summer practice. She gives every practice everything she’s got. For somebody in her first year of high school ball she has just blossomed into a very special player.

I’m very impressed with her ability to step right in. She looks like a pro. She’s coachable, she loves her teammates and she wants to succeed.”

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GAC, Wesleyan cross country teams earn spots in state

By Scott Smith

Senior Correspondent

PEACHTREE CORNERS — The Wesleyan boys and girls cross country teams each secured a spot in the Class AA state meet with both programs finishing second in the Region 6-AA meet on Thursday at Wesleyan.

The Wesleyan boys, which won the state team title last year, earned a chance to defend it by placing four runners in the top 10, led by a sixth-place finish from Bailey Renfroe at 18 minutes, three seconds, to tally 43 points and finish second behind Pace.

Pace secured the region title with 31 points by taking the top three spots, led

by Jack Douglass with a time of 17:08.

Mikey Olson gave Wesleyan a boost, coming

CROSS COUNTRY REGION 6-AA MEET AT WESLEYAN Boys Team Standings 1. Pace, 31 2. Wesleyan, 43 3. Lovett, 75 4. Holy Innocents’, 79 5. GAC, 140 6. BEST, 179 7. Hapeville Charter, 215 Boys Individual Results 1. Jack Douglass, Pace, 17:08 2. Max Irvine, Pace, 17:37 3. Rob Warren, Pace, 17;42 4. Nicholas Klavohn, Lovett, 17:55

in right behind Renfroe in seventh place at 18:23, while the Wolves placed its next three finishers in spots nine through eleven.

“This region is strong top to bottom and it’s fun to compete against these other runners and coaches,”

5. Ben Davies, Holy Innocents’, 18:02 6. Bailey Renfroe, Wesleyan, 18:03 7. Mikey Olson, Wesleyan, 18:23 8. James Devine, Holy Innocents’, 18:34 9. Benji Johnson, Wesleyan, 18:43 10. Clay Patrick, Wesleyan, 18:46 Girls Team Standings 1. Lovett, 24 2. Wesleyan, 63 3. Holy Innocents’, 79 4. Pace, 84 5. GAC, 108

Wesleyan head coach Chad McDaniel said. “Anytime you qualify for state is a good time. We’ll see if we can tighten up few things here and there and have a go at it.”

Other scorers for the Wolves were Benji John-

Girls Individual Results 1. Haley Hooper, Lovett, 18:49 2. Serena Tripodi, Lovett, 19:09 3. Abby Kettle, GAC, 21:04 4. Ellie Bradach, Wesleyan, 21:10 5. Bryn Foster, Holy Innocents’, 21;18 6. Emma Sidman, Lovett, 21:28 7. Elizabeth Beveridge, Lovett, 21:35 8. Carolyn Bland, Lovett, 21:43 9. Stuart Ingram, Lovett, 21:45

son in ninth at 18:43, Clay Patrick in 10th at 18:46 and Clay Tyler in 11th at 18:51.

The girls team title went to defending state champion Lovett as the Lions notched five runners in the top eight to cruise into first

at 24 points.

Freshman Haley Hooper was the individual winner at 18:49, beating out teammate and defending Class AA state champ Serena Triplodi, who was second at 19:09.

Wesleyan, who finished second in state last year, received a fourth-place finish from Ellie Bradach at 21:10, as the Wolves took second at 63 points.

But it was the performance of the final four finishers for Wesleyan that cemented second place as the next four scorers for the Wolves each finished in the top 20.

Those runners were Beck Coxhead in 11th, Anna Brown in 14th, Nicole Fasciana in 16th and Sophia Kidder in 18th.

Holy Innocents’ and Pace rounded out the top four with Greater Atlanta

Christian narrowly missing the state meet with a fifthplace finish.

Despite not sending a team to the state meet, the Spartans will be represented with an individual runner in Abby Kettle.

Kettle, who suffered a stress fracture in her right leg back in July, was finally able to compete for the first time this season and came through to take third with a time of 21:04.

“Originally the doctor didn’t think it was this bad of an injury and I was supposed to be back over a month ago,” Kettle said.

“I was super excited when I found out I was going to run in this race. I was tired after the first 100 meters but I got through it.”

The Wesleyan programs and Kettle will compete in the Class AA state meet on Nov. 7 in Carrollton.

Tech defense looks to keep improving Georgia-Florida winner has inside track on SEC East

By Stan Awtrey Staff Correspondent

ATLANTA — The Georgia Tech defense will show the world on Saturday whether last week’s effort against Florida State was a one-time deal or a big step toward the consistency needed to return the Yellow Jackets to the top of the ACC. “Our guys have played hard all year, that hasn’t been the issue,” defensive coordinator Ted Roof said.

“As proud as we are of them (from last week’s 22-16 win), our focus is building on that, learning from it and trying to play better — just like it is when the outcome isn’t like we want it.”

The teams play at 3 p.m. on Saturday at Scott Stadium in Charlottesville, Va. The game will be televised locally on the ACC’s Regional network.

And while Virginia doesn’t have the same caliber of skill players that Florida State had on its roster, the Cavs still pose plenty of problems.

“I think they’ve got good players,” Georgia Tech head coach Paul Johnson said. “They do a lot of stuff offensively, a lot of eye candy. I think overall it’s like I was telling our team. They’re 2-5, just like we’re 3-5, and we’ve lost to three of the same teams. I don’t think

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets defensive back Jamal Golden (4) intercepts a pass against the Florida State Seminoles in the fourth quarter at Bobby Dodd Stadium. (Photo: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports)

their record is very indicative of the kind of football team they have.”

The numbers show Virginia to be a middle-ofthe-road offensive team.

The Cavs average 125.4 yards rushing, 12th in the ACC, and 230.6 yards passing, seventh in the ACC. They average only 24 points a game, 98th in the NCAA. Virginia features one superior offensive player in Taquan “Smoke” Mizzell, who has come into his own after backing up Kevin Parks the last two seasons.

Mizzell has rushed for 371 yards and two touchdowns and caught 41 passes for 466 yards and three touchdowns. He had a breakthrough last week with 117 yards rushing against North Carolina.

He’s led the team in rush-

ing four times and in receiving five times.

“He’s a good player and they find different ways to get him the ball,” Johnson said. “He had 30 touches last week.”

Virginia quarterback Matt Johns has been inconsistent. He’s thrown for 1,580 yards and 12 touchdowns, but has tossed 12 interceptions.

He has thrown at least one touchdown pass in every game he’s started and threw for 234 yards and two touchdowns against Syracuse.

“Matt’s a guy that has a lot of confidence,” Virginia coach Mike London said. “But we always talk about playing within yourself and making throws when the throws are there. Don’t try to hurry things. For his development, it’s critical

that he do that in order for us to be successful.”

Georgia Tech got a great effort last week from the defensive front, particularly tackles Adam Gotsis and Pat Gamble.

The same group that failed to record a negative play the previous week against Pitt, had three sacks and four tackles for loss against Florida State.

“I think we played the run much better (last week),” Johnson said.

“By doing that, we were able to get them in some third-and-longs. We got off the field. They were 2-for-10 on third down, which helps. We were able to possess the ball a little bit on offense. That helps.”

But can Georgia Tech carry that effort forward another week?

“It was good for us to play on a big stage, but it’s about moving forward,” Roof said.

Much depends on the health of the defense. Defensive back D.J. White is listed as probable, but safety A.J. Gray is definitely out.

The offense should get a boost with the probable return of B-back Patrick Skov and veteran A-back Broderick Snoddy. Skov missed last week’s game for an undisclosed reason, while Snoddy has been out for four weeks with a broken hand.

Pair of local grads contributing for UVA

By Stan Awtrey Staff Correspondent

ATLANTA — There are two players with Gwinnett County connections who will suit up for Virginia this week when they play Georgia Tech.

Tailback Jordan Ellis, a redshirt freshman from Peachtree Ridge, and cornerback Darious Latimore, a redshirt freshman from Central Gwinnett, are among the four Georgians who play for the Cavaliers.

Ellis has played in five games and rushed for 73 yards and two touchdowns. He did not play the opener at UCLA and missed the Pitt game. His most productive game was against William and Mary, when he ran for 50 yards, including a 39-yard touchdown.

Latimore has played five games and has four tackles. He did not play in the first two games, but got his first chance to play against William and Mary and has seen action in each game since. He had two tackles against Pitt.

Other Georgians on the team are offensive tackle Eric Smith, a junior from Columbia High in Decatur and defensive end Steven Wright, a freshman from

Peachtree Ridge grad Jordan Ellis (10) celebrates with teammates after scoring the game winning touchdown for Virginia against the Syracuse Orange in the third overtime at Scott Stadium. (Photo: Amber Searls-USA TODAY Sports)

Ware County High. Smith has started seven games on the offensive line. Wright is being redshirted.

Emotional letdown?

The obvious question facing Georgia Tech this week involves motivation.

Can the Yellow Jackets avoid an emotional letdown this week against Virginia after scoring such a dramatic victory over Florida State?

Coach Paul Johnson said earlier this week the practices had been good.

“I thought their attention span and energy was good,” Johnson said after Tuesday’s workout.

The natural inclination might be to expect an emotional letdown since

the Yellow Jackets ended a five-game losing streak with a dramatic play that has been shown hundreds of times on ESPN and are playing a Virginia team that has only won two games.

Johnson said, “You’ve just got to go play. You correct the mistakes we made and there were a lot of them and we’ve got to play. Their backs are against the wall just like ours. They’re trying to get to three (wins), we’re trying to get to four.”

Georgia Tech still needs at least three wins to become bowl eligible.

The Yellow Jackets have games remaining against Virginia, Virginia Tech,

Miami and Georgia. Each would be considered winnable. Each would be considered lose-able.

“We’ve still got a big, big hole to dig out of,” Johnson said. “We’ve got to get ready to play. This is our next game and then we’ve got a bye week. So if we can pull ourselves back up to one game, the goal of the team right now is to try to get to a bowl game. So we’ve got to win four. We’ve got to get the number four here before the bye week and just keep pushing.”

Should Georgia Tech become bowl eligible, the Yellow Jackets would likely be viewed as a popular target since the would have won at least four of their last five games.

Considering the league’s number of bowl affiliations, that could mean an invitation from the likes of the New Era Bowl in New York City, the Military Bowl in Annapolis, Md., the Independence Bowl in Shreveport, La., or the Quick Lane Bowl in Detroit.

“I sure hope there’s a sense of urgency,” Johnson said. “I hope we never lost it. But you’ve got to take it game by game. You can’t get too far ahead of yourself.”

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Bulldogs struggle again offensively.

Georgia and Florida ABOUT GEORGIA clash every year in Jack(5-2, 3-2 SEC): Lambert sonville, Fla., in one of completed 23 of 32 passcollege football’s signaes for 178 yards against ture rivalry matchups, and Missouri after going Saturday’s meeting along 25 of 56 in his first two the banks of the St. Johns October contests. RunRiver provides both teams ning back Sony Michel the opportunity to grab has made the most of his chances with Nick Chubb control of the SEC East Division. The 12th-ranked lost for the season with a knee injury, carrying a Gators have been one career-high 26 times for of the nation’s biggest 87 yards against Missouri surprises and a victory after recording 188 allwould open a two-game purpose yards the previdivision lead, while No. 23 Georgia can move into ous week against Tennessee. Malcolm Mitchell is first place with a win.

10 receiving yards away Both teams enter from reaching 2,000 for Saturday off a bye week his career and has led the and with their starting Bulldogs in receiving six quarterbacks squarely in times in seven games. focus. Florida’s Treon ABOUT FLORIDA Harris took over the start(6-1, 4-1): The Gators ing position in place of the suspended Will Grier snapped a three-game in the Gators’ 35-28 loss losing streak to the Bulldogs last season, winning Oct. 17 at LSU, passing 38-20 as Harris made his for 271 yards and two first career start, and need touchdowns while rushanother big performance ing for 20 yards. GeorSaturday to grab hold of gia’s Greyson Lambert the division. rebounded from poor “This is why you get showings in losses to into it, to play in games Alabama and Tennessee like this,” Florida coach in a 9-6 victory Oct. 17 against Missouri, the first Jim McElwain told retime since 1995 the Bull- porters earlier this week, dogs have won a game in as he prepares to coach in the rivalry for the first which they did not score time. a touchdown.

Kelvin Taylor is tied for Georgia coach Mark fourth in the SEC in rushRicht did not say one ing touchdowns (eight) way or another whether while a trio of tight ends Lambert would start when pressed Wednesday, — C’yontai Lewis, Jake McGee and DeAndre but third-stringer Faton Goolsby — have comBauta — considered the most mobile of Georgia’s bined for six touchdown receptions and 39 catches quarterbacks — could overall for 464 yards. be an option should the

SEC releases 2016 Georgia schedule From Staff Reports

second appearance in the Chick-Fil-A Kickoff ATHENS — League Game. Georgia faced contests at home against Boise State in the 2011 Tennessee, Vanderbilt and matchup at the Georgia Auburn — as well as a Dome. season-opening matchup Georgia will also play against North Carolina host to non-conference in the annual Chick-fil-A foes Louisiana-Lafayette Kickoff Game in Atlanta and Georgia Tech on — highlight the 2016 successive Saturdays in University of Georgia November. football schedule, released Thursday by the 2016 Georgia football Southeastern Conference. schedule: Georgia’s away game • Sept. 3 North Carolina schedule includes trips (Atlanta) to Missouri, Ole Miss, • Sept. 10 Nicholls State South Carolina and • Sept. 17 at Missouri Kentucky, as well as • Sept. 24 at Ole Miss its annual neutral-field • Oct. 1 Tennessee matchup with Florida in • Oct. 8 at South Carolina Jacksonville. The Rebels • Oct. 15 Vanderbilt will replace Alabama as • Oct. 29 Florida (JacksonGeorgia’s rotating Westville) ern Division opponent, • Nov. 5 at Kentucky marking Georgia’s first • Nov. 12 Auburn trip to Oxford since 2011. • Nov. 19 Louisiana-LaThe Bulldogs will be fayette making the program’s • Nov. 26 Georgia Tech

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Parkview quarterback Jack Chambers (8) hands off to Deion Slade (6) during this season’s game against Archer. (Photo: Karl L. Moore)

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Lanier’s Marcella and Marcko Baity pose for a portrait at Lanier High School on Wednesday in Sugar Hill. (Staff Photo: David Welker)

Brothers

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touching it 15 to 18 times and Marcko touching it 15 nowadays, the types of ofto 18 times. But we know fenses that people are playthat won’t always be the case ing with, you’ve got to have because one of them may be two if not three different hot (and get more carries).” guys, and we have been forThe brothers, who grew tunate to have those guys.” up in the Collins Hill district At Lanier, the Baitys albefore moving to Lanier as ways have shared the carries, middle-schoolers, will both first with others and now have the opportunity to play with each other. Tario Fuller, college football at some now at Purdue, and Ashton level, Mobbs said. That will Barnes joined them in the split the two up for the first backfield last season, and time, though Marcko said Barnes returned this year to Lanier’s Marcella Baity (1) finds some running room. playing at the same college split the duty with Marcella is appealing.

(Photo: Craig Cappy) and Marcko.

“I’m really dreading But Barnes, an Air Force the field at the same time, Their rushing totals are saying bye to my younger commitment, suffered a whether it’s in a two-back pretty even, 604 yards and brother, not having him season-ending knee injury set or a one-back set with the five touchdowns for Marthere,” Marcella said. “We earlier this year, which left other at receiver. cella to 660 yards and eight know having it can get anthe bulk of the carries to “It helps (with blocking) TDs for Marcko. Marcella noying, but we’re lucky to share between the Baitys. because he’s my brother and has nine catches for 120 have each other around all “We were kind of sad I don’t want to see him go yards and Marcko has nine the time. I know he’ll be a for a while (about Barnes’ down,” Marcella said. “Basi- receptions for 61 yards and little sad too because I’m the injury), but we realized we cally I say I’m blocking him another score. Neither has best brother ever.” just had to step it up and a path to college.” many return yards since Before that happens, the we started playing better,” As good as they are about kickoffs from the opposing Baitys plan to enjoy every Marcko said. “We knew we sharing, they have mainteams are limited thanks to moment of this high school were playing for him and tained a friendly competiLanier’s stout defense. season. And extend it as long playing for the team.” tion, too.

Will they check their as they can.

Marcko, the younger but “We keep up with our yards the rest of the way?

“We have a bunch of bigger brother at 5-foot-11, rushing yards and our all“Yes, indeed,” Marcko goals,” Marcko said.

190 pounds, has gotten the purpose yards,” Marcko said. said. “I’m pretty sure I’m “Practicing on Thanksgivheavier workload running “Right now he’s beating going to beat him in alling, going 1-0 every week, the ball of late. Marcella, 5-7 me by, I’m pretty sure, 60 purpose yards. We’ll see.” being region champs again. and 180 pounds, is a more yards.”

How many chances they Our main goal after the polished receiver and sees a It’s even closer than that. get each Friday varies. regular season, just like little more time in the slot.

Marcella has 755 all-purpose “We go in saying a perfect every other school, is go to the championships.”

They are typically on yards to Marcko’s 733. night would be Marcella

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the turnover battle and that’s usually a good and Archer (42-6). indicator of wins and “You can’t say either losses. We had plenty team is coming in Friof opportunities to beat day with momentum, them, but we didn’t do but both teams really it.” have the same thing on If the past is an the line,” Wofford said. indicator, the CentralParkview took its Parkview game should losses to Archer and be another good one.

Grayson early in region The last five games in play, but took a difficult the series have been deloss last Friday to previ- cided by a touchdown or less, including a 24-21 ously winless Shiloh Central win last sea26-21. The loss wasn’t completely shocking — son and a 30-27 Black Knight win in triple Shiloh lost to Central overtime in 2012. by 12, Dacula by 7 and The teams also feature Brookwood by seven in overtime — but it put a two of Gwinnett’s most dynamic offensive playlittle more pressure on ers in Parkview quarterthe Panthers down the back Jack Chambers and stretch.

Central wide receiver “Sometimes I think Major Bellamy, who is (losses) are harder on back after sitting out us adults than it is on kids,” Godfree said. “We last week’s game with an injury. didn’t execute well at “Since I’ve been here, times (against Shiloh).

We moved the ball well for six years, every single game has been close at times, but we’d get with us and Parkview in the red zone and not score. We’d get them in because of how we match up,” Wofford third and long and give them a first down. They said. “Personnel-wise, we’re the same in a lot hit some big plays on of ways. We look the us. We didn’t execute like we have all season. same in a lot of ways.

This game has come In our region, if you don’t execute you’re go- down to field goals, last drives and things like ing to get beat. We lost

PARKVIEW AT CENTRAL GWINNETT Parkview Panthers (8-AAAAAA) Coach: Eric Godfree Record: 5-3, 3-3 region Last week: Lost to Shiloh 26-21

Central Gwinnett Black Knights (8-AAAAAA) Coach: Todd Wofford Record: 4-4, 3-3 region Last week: Lost to Archer 42-6

When: Today, 7:30 p.m.

Last meeting: Central won 24-21 last year Location: Central Gwinnett High School

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1998 Acura CL 19UYA3256WL001365

2001 Volkswagen Passat WVWAC63B91P010692

1998 Honda Civic 2HGEJ6441WH101928

1997 Lexus ES 300 JT8BF22G4V0034980

1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera 1G3AG54N2P6435337

1995 Buick Riviera 1G4GD2218S4725633 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 1GCHK24U33E289145

1998 Honda Civic 2HGEJ6672WH502024 1989 Honda Prelude JHMBA4235KC058481

2004 Ford Focus 1FAFP34334W139656

2000 Plymouth Neon 1P3ES46CXYD763611

1992 Ford E-350 Super Duty 1FBJS31H8NHB28391

2003 Dodge Neon 1B3AS26C53D222043

2005 Chrysler 300 2C3JA53G65H628353

2002 Chevrolet Malibu 1G1ND52J72M661199

2002 Chevrolet Cavalier 1G1JC124827342199

1996 Chrysler Sebring 3C3EL55H1TT291208

2002 Kia Sportage KNDJB723425102518

1993 Toyota Camry 4T1SK12E8PU230224

2005 Cadillac CTS 1G6DP567750177041 2004 Mazda Mazda6 1YVFP80C045N17459 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix 1G2WK52J83F124983 1993 Plymouth Voyager 2P4FH2536PR345143 2000 Dodge Durango 1B4HR28Y5YF160931 2006 Nissan Sentra 3N1CB51D63L713923 2005 Dodge Caravan 1D4GP25B15B161598 2007 Mazda Mazdaspeed 3 JM1BK34L371620998 2003 Kia Rio KNADC125636246220 1999 Acura 3.2TL 19UUA5647XA017907 1999 Acura 3.2TL 19UUA5642XA039118 1978 Chevrolet Nova 1X27U8T104979 1998 Ford Mustang 1FAFP4040WF121588 1995 GMC Yukon 1GKEC13K8SJ762056 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 3

929-289307, 10/23,25 PUBLIC AUCTION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE OCGA 40-11-2, BRANNON’S STRICTLY TRANS INC., WILL HOLD AN AUCTION FOR THE FOLLOWING VEHICLE(S).

2003 CHEVROLET TRAIL BLAZER 1GNES16S436243172 WILL BE AUCTIONED ON NOVEMBER 12, 2015 AT 10 AM at 3344 LANGLEY RD SW, LOGANVILLE, GA 30052 --7115 929-291172, 10/30,11/6 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will sell, to satisfy lien of the owner, at public sale by competitive bidding via www.storagetreasures.com on Wednesday November 11,2015 at 12:00PM for the Extra Space Storage facility located at: 3942 Stone Mountain Hwy. Snellville, GA 30039 770-979-8936 The personal goods stored therein by the following may include, but are not limited to general household, furniture, boxes, clothes, and appliances.

189-Andrea Hall- Sofa, TV d

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desk dresser 184-Brenda KullingTV, mattress, dresser, clothes,boxes 532-Marina AlexanderCouch, mattress, boxes, totes, books,TV 517-Andrian Semper- pictures, bags.Boxes, chairs desk 275-Kimberly WilliamsClothes,Boxes 249-Sandra Stehlar- Boxes, totes, mattress, dresser, chair 416-Hanryetta Masonclothes, boxes 385-Roshelle Simpson -Sofa ,mattress, dresser, clothes 155-Ndabayingii MurphyClothes, Boxes,Pictures 627-Javonne BlackleyBoxes,Totes,Clothes 487-Brittany Baynes-Sofa ,Mattress, Boxes, Table Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the time of sale. All goods are sold as is and must be removed at the time of purchase. Extra Space Storage reserves the right to refuse any bid. Sale is subject to adjournment.

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above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

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PUBLIC AUCTION Notice is hereby given that Extra Space Storage will sell at public auction, to satisfy the lien of the owner, personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at location indicated: 2790 Braselton Highway Dacula, Ga. 30019, 678482-1715 on November 11, 2015 at 3:30 PM UNIT 414 Mckinnon Lakeshia- Household items UNIT 605 Janet Cayon – Household items UNIT 802 Dwight WilliamsHousehold items UNIT 509 Irma GaitonBoxes UNIT 827 Irma GaitonHousehold items UNIT 327 Irma GaitonHousehold items UNIT 173 Jennifer KitchensHousehold items The auction will be listed and advertised on www. storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the a

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PUBLIC AUCTION Notice is hereby given that Extra Space Storage will sell at public auction, to satisfy the lien of the owner, personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at location indicated: Auction Date: 11.12.2015 Address: 4755 Nelson Brogdon Blvd N.E Sugar Hill, GA 30518, Phone: (678) 482- 5710 Time of Sale: 2:00 PM Virginia Lincoln Unit 739 Personal Furniture, Antiques, & Personal Belongings Georgann Bush Unit 770 Boxes Household Items Georgann Bush Unit 766 Household Items Orlando Perez Unit 488 Household Items David Martin Unit 340 Household Items Patrick McSweeney Unit 681 Marshall Arts Equipment Joe Jones Unit 482 Furniture, Bicycles, Household Goods Brian Mccormack Unit 217 Household Items The auction will be listed and advertised on www. storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

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STATE OF GEORGIA COUNTY OF Gwinnett NOTICE OF SALE UNDER POWER Because of a default in the payment of the indebtedness secured by that certain Security Deed, dated January 25, 2013, executed by Tahirah W. Nall to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Everbank, recorded in Deed Book 51985, Page 817, Gwinnett County, Georgia Deed Records, as modified by that certain Loan Modification Agreement, dated October 1, 2012, and recorded in Deed Book 1752, Page 345, Gwinnett County, Georgia Deed Records, and securing a Note in the original principal amount of $96,335.00, said Security Deed last having been assigned to DITECH FINANCIAL LLC F/K/A GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC, the current holder thereof, has declared the entire amount of said indebtedness evidenced by the Note immediately due and payable and, pursuant to the power of sale contained in said Security Deed, will, on the first Tuesday in December, 2015 to-wit: December 1, 2015, during the legal hours of sale, before the Gwinnett County Courthouse door, sell at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash, the following described real property: All that tract or parcel of land lying and being in Land Lot 176, 6th District, Gwinnett County, Georgia, being Lot 65, Block A, Arc Way Forest, Phase II, as per plat recorded in Plat Book 50, Page 126, Gwinnett County records which plat is hereby referred to and made a part of this description, bbeing improved property having a house thereon known as 1123 Overland Hill Trace according to the present system of numbering houses in Gwinnett County, Georgia and being more particularly shown on survey prepared by Georgia Land Surveying Co., Inc. dated March 24, 1998.

The aforedescribed real property is also known as 1123 Overland Hill Trace, Norcross, GA 30093, according to the present system of numbering houses in Gwinnett County, Georgia.

This 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 as to the amount and status of the loan with the holder of the Security Deed, including but not limited to, a determination that the borrower has not reinstated the loan prior to the foreclosure sale.

The name, address and telephone number of the individual or entity with full authority to negotiate, amend and modify all terms of the Note and Security Deed is Ditech Financial LLC F/K/A Green Tree Servicing LLC, Attn: Loss Mitigation, 7360 S. Kyrene Road, Mail Stop P-214, Tempe, AZ 85283.

The telephone number is (877) 337-4141. The fax number is (877) 265-9717.

Said real property will be sold subject to any outstanding ad valorem taxes (including taxes which are a lien, but not yet due and payable), the right of redemption of any taxing authority, any matters which might be disc

FORECLOSURES closed by an accurate survey and inspection of the real property, any assessments, liens, encumbrances, zoning ordinances, restrictions, covenants, and matters of record superior to the Security Deed first set out above.

To the extent that said real property is comprised of more than one parcel, said real property will be sold in one or more parcels and in such order as the holder of the Security Deed may determine.

Upon information and belief, said real property is presently in the possession or control of Tahirah W. Nall and the proceeds of said sale will be applied to the payment of said indebtedness and all the expenses of said sale, including attorney’s fees, all as provided in said Security Deed and the excess proceeds, if any, will be distributed as provided by law.

DITECH FINANCIAL LLC F/K/A GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC as Attorney-in-Fact for TAHIRAH W. NALL Ellis, Painter, Ratterree & Adams LLP 2 East Bryan Street, 10th Floor Savannah, Georgia 31401 (912) 233-9700 THIS LAW FIRM MAY BE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 9 5 0 - 2 9 1 1 2 6 , 10/30,11/5,12,19,26

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NOW HIRING If you are interested in working for an energetic team and a fast paced environment Rockdale Healthcare Center Is now accepting applications for RN for 7am-7pm and 7pm-7am.

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Please email your resume to agrace@ rockdalehc.com or apply in person at 1510 Renaissance Drive NE Conyers, GA 30012 HEALTHCARE

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PRODUCTION PLANNER Murrelektronik in Suwanee seeks a full time Production Planner.

Candidate should have 2-4 yrs. of related exp. & able to manage inventory levels & internal shipping needs. Previous exp. in a fast-paced environment, knowledge of PC, SAP & windows based software with a Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field would be preferred.

Benefits avail. Contact: Inquiries@tsg-hr.com Software Developers: Design, develop & modify enterprise software systems; Develop sftwr system testing & validation procedures, programming; Travel/ reloc. to various unanticipated client sites across USA req’d.

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OFFICE MANAGER A well-established, Neurology practice located in Northeast Georgia, seeks an Office Manager.

Primary responsibilities include revenue cycle management and oversight of practice operations.

Suitable candidates should have strong billing, personnel management, and communication skills.

Five or more years of medical practice management experience required, Neurology experience preferred.

Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Interested candidates should email resume and salary history to neuro@pyapc.com.

TechOptics, Inc. is on the hunt for a Mitel Certified Telecommunications Technician in Winder, Ga. Must have experience installing and servicing Mitel VoIP phone systems-MiVoice, Mitel 5000 Must have experience with maintaining and troubleshooting networks.

This is an excellent permanent opportunity with an array of benefits for the right candidate: •Medical •401K with company match •Vacation and Holiday Pay Required experience: •Mitel Telecom experience: 3 years Send resume to: info@techoptics.net

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REDUCED! MOTIVATED SELLER, BRING ALL OFFERS! 3604 Sand Hill Dr. Imagine Your Dream Home Here & You Sitting In Your Sunroom Overlooking The 8Th Fairway Of Honey Creek Golf Course While Sipping Your Morning Coffee $22,000 Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealtyprofessionals.com

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LAKE WALTON ESTATES! 6219 WATERS EDGE DRIVE All Brick, Executive Home In One Of Walton County’s Exclusive, Gated Communities Sits Across From Neighborhood Amenities On 2.18 Acres FULL FINISHED BASEMENT 4BR/4.5BA $579,900 • EHO Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealtyprofessionals.com

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Gwinnett, Lawrenceville RECORDING STUDIO SPACE AVAILABLE Office/Warehouses 1200 up to 18000 sf Mike 404-375-5438.

COVINGTON, GA 30014

UNDER CONTRACT! PEMCO HUD HOME # 105-378481 200 CHIMNEY CT. Well-Kept 3BR/2BA Ranch On 1 Acre Lot. $79,000 INSURED W/ESCROW EHO Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealtyprofessionals.com

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UNDER CONTRACT! PEMCO HUD HOME CASE#105-294214 210 BRAMBLE BUSH TRL WELL MAINTAINED 2 STORY 3BR/2.5BA ON .59 ACRE LOT. Spacious Yard For Entertaining Guest INSURED W/ESCROW $90,000 • EHO Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealtyprofessionals.com EATONTON, GA 31024

LAKE SINCLAIR! $50K REDUCTION! 176 Twisting Hill Rd. Beautiful Lake Front Property On Deeded Lot! Inground Salt Water Pool, Detached 2 Car Carport, Front/ Back & Side Porches!

FULL FINISHED BASEMENT 4BR/4BA $649,000 • EHO Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealtyprofessionals.com

Death In Family Must Sell Drastically Reduced Prices: King BR set: dresser w/ mirror, 2 nightstands w/drawers, $350. New Queen Mattr/Box Spgs & metal frame, $150.

Beige patio set w/46” round table, 2 lounge chairs, 1 upright chair, $75. Canvas lounger, $25. New Amana Washer & GE Dryer $300, 2 ceramic tile top end tables, $40.

Call 615-788-8473 ENTERTAINMENT CENTER Solid cherry.

Doors slide into sides.

Holds 32 in tv. Storage drawer in bottom plus room for dvr, radio, etc. $250. 770-339-1939 LOFT BED FOR TWEEN Tween Loft Bed for sale. Purchased from GA Baby and Kids originally $2200 asking $700. Bed has 4 stair drawers plus 5 drawers at end of bed. Under bed has 3 shelves for storing items. Also has desk with 3 drawers and chair. Above drawers at end of bed piece is broken, but does not stop drawer from being used. Must pick up, no delivery. Feel free to ask questions.

770-356-3005 HEAVY EQUIPMENT CAT D6H Farm owned, 7200 hrs, straight blade with tilt, open rops with sweeps, 80% undercarriage, good condition. $38,500. 770-318-4893 CAT D6N, 2009 Cab/air, 6 way blade, 6300 hours, new system one undercarriage, very good condition. $115,000. 770-318-4893 LAWN & GARDEN LAWN MOWER SNAPPER - Riding, Used. Includes bagger, electric start, heavy vinyl cover. $495 OBO. 770-922-3808 MISC. FOR SALE

CATERING! LACE TABLECLOTHES White & off-white.

Fits 6 & 8 ft. tables.

Call 678-625-8100.

COVINGTON, GA 30014

NEW LISTING! PEMCO HUD HOME CASE#105-127668 10109 ALLEN DR. S.W. 2BR/1.5BA $40,000 UNINSURED • EHO Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealtyprofessionals.com

BED SET: Queen size, headboard, dresser & mirror; china cabinet w/ glass front; end tables; electric dryer. Make Offer! 770-873-4503

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UNDER CONTRACT! PEMCO HUD HOME #105-734948 5369 Rabbit Farm Rd. 3BR/1.5BA, FULL UNFINISHED BASEMENT $135,000 INSURED W/ ESCROW • EHO Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealtyprofessionals.com FARMS, LOTS & ACREAGE FOR SALE COMMERCE: 27 ACRES, 10 miles off I-85 at Commerce/ Tanger Outlet, Exit 149, approx. 750 ft. of paved road frontage on dead end road. Wooded with good building sites.

Convenient to shopping & restaurants. $5500/ acre. 706-789-2710/ 706-340-3056 JACKSON CO. 17.4 acres in Southern Jackson Co. near Maysville, 10 mins. to I-85. Great home site with excellent hunting.

678-551-5765 LAKE/RIVER/COASTAL PROPERTY FOR SALE

SOUTH CAROLINA, LAKE KEOWEE Waterfront Cotttages Gated, Luxury Amenities! Lodge, Pool, Fitness Center, Boat Slips & more.

Other New & Resale Cottages From $130’s to $299’s!

1-888-663-1133 www.backwaterlanding. com Office Hours: Fri 8:30-4:00 Sat & Sun By Appointment Only COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR SALE

GARAGE SALES BUFORD ESTATE SALE: Fri & Sat Oct. 30 & 31, 9am - 3pm.

3800 Quail Creek Dr. Big Variety - bikes, mini bikes, sports equip, clothes, trampoline, furniture, electronics, construction - light fixtures, plumbing supply, pvc, windows, french/ reg doors, fireplace mantel, closet shelving, much more.

BUFORD, 30519 FABULOUS DESIGNER COLLECTOR DOWNSIZING EVENT! FRI. 30TH & SAT. 31ST 8:00 - 2:00 LOCATED AT 2711 TRAILING IVY WAY IN HEDGEROWS. ANTIQUES VINTAGE AND NEWER! QUALITY ITEMS FESTIVE ATMOSPHERE! WAY TOO MUCH TO LIST HERE, CHECK CRAIG FOR DETAIL LISTING! LAWRENCEVILLE SAT. 10/31, 8am2pm. 1101 Lochshyre Way, L’ville. Multi-fam: furniture, holiday, home, kitchen, treasures.

LILBURN, 30047 MOVING SALE SAT., 10/31, 9-2 Twin beds, coffee end tables, TV stand, dining room table & chairs, lamps, sofa, loveseat, recliner set, dryer, children’s books and more.

4178 DERDEN CIRCLE SW

VEHICLES

BMW Z3, 2000 Convertible for sale.

Good condition.

126,700 miles. $4,500 or best offer. 2.3L 6 cylinder engine, manual transmission.

Call 678-451-6221

BUICK CENTURY, 2000. 41,700 MILES Midnight blue. $4,500.

678-546-7241

CHEVROLET SPARK LS, 2014 Summitt White, Stk#G5106487A $9000 800-PREOWNED

APPLIANCES DRYER/WASHER $125 ea.; Super Capacity $175 ea.

Front Loader Set $450 & up; Regular Refrig. & Ranges $175 & up; SXS Refrig. $300 & up.

Dishwasher $100 & up. Different colors.

Del/1 yr warr.

Tim 404-205-2222

FORD EDGE SE, 2013 Tuxedo Black, Stk#P7902 $16,000 800-PREOWNED

REFRIGERATOR KENMORE, SIDE BY SIDE, Like New! White, Ice & Water Dispenser, $250. (404) 324-2896 FIREWOOD

CONYERS, GA 30094 COMMERCIAL LISTING! NEW LISTING! 2302 S.E. EBENEZER RD Great Commercial Property In High Traffic Area Of Rockdale County At The Corner Of Ga Hwy 138 & Ebenezer Rd With Double Road Frontage $1,500,000 • EHO Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealtyprofessionals.com NEWTON Commercial Property For Sale or Lease Near Highway (10977 Old Atlanta Highway, Covington, GA).

805-689-2233.

ALL OAK FIREWOOD FOR SALE $120 “Heaping Truckload”, Stacked, Gwinnett Area.

404-805-1783

FORD ESCAPE SE, 2014 Tuxedo Black, Stk#GUA42308A $17,000 800-PREOWNED

FIREWOOD Seasoned Oak & Hickory. Free delivery.

Call for prices.

770-962-8744 678-557-8536 FORD FIESTA SE, 2014 Oxford White, Stk#P7799 $11,554 800-PREOWNED

FIREWOOD Select, Seasoned Hickory & Oak, $180/Cord or $120/Half Cord.

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HONDA PILOT, 2004 Excellent condition, one owner. Gold. All maint. records. Runs great. $5500 OBO. 404-271-8912

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FORD FUSION, 2014 Sterling Grey, Stk#P7885 $15,500 800-PREOWNED

HYUNDAI ELANTRA GLS, 2013 Shimmering White, Stk#FFC35589A $13,000 800-PREOWNED

LEXUS ES 300H, 2013 Silver Lining Metallic, Stk#U40586 $33,990 770-680-1000

LEXUS GS 350, 2013 Obsidian, Stk#U40579 $40,990 770-680-1000

LEXUS IS 250, 2015 Atomic Silver, Stk#G150285L, $35,990 770-680-1000

LEXUS RX 350, 2015 Claret Mica, Stk#U40596 $43,990 770-680-1000

MERCEDES 450SL, 1980.

MERCEDES-BENZ 450SL, 1976 Convertible driven only 3,200 miles per year. Meticulous aircraft engineer owned. Near perfect white body, tan leather interior and looks new.

Extensive records.

White hard top and black soft top. Drive daily or win trophies.

NADA and Hagerty value $18,600-34,500.

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Friday, Nov. 6 • “How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying” — Lionheart Theatre in Norcross will present the play “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying” Nov. 6-22.

• “Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella” — The Broadway musical Rodgers + Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” will be at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta from Nov. 3-8.

Saturday, Nov. 7 • Carolina Blue — Bluegrass band Carolina Blue will perform at Everett’s Music Barn in Suwanee.

• Grassland String Band Live Recording — Grassland String Band will perform a set of amerigrass — “a mix of Americana, bluegrass, folk, jazz, pop, love, spirit and gumbo”— at Red Clay Music Foundry in Duluth.

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For those wanting to take a laissez-faire approach, there are tons of great Spotify playlists to choose from. But for those looking to get involved, go the “Guardians of the Galaxy” route and make your own.

Here are some choice selections to make sure you’re on point:

1. “Thriller” by Michael Jackson 2. “Monster Mash” by Bobby “Boris” Pickett 3. “I Put a Spell on You” by Jay Hawkins 4. “Werewolves of London” by Warren Zevon 5. “Witch Doctor” by David Seville 6. “Bad Moon Rising” by Creedence Clearwater Revival 7. “Abracadabra” by Steve Miller Band 8. “Ghostbusters” by Ray Parker Jr. 9. “Somebody’s Watching Me” by Rockwell 10. “Psycho Killer” by Talking Heads — Courtesy of Your TV Link

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DEADLY DELICIOUS Top, Cuties pumpkins are made from easy to peel, seedless Clementine oranges and celery. (Special Photo: Mary Braswell) Middle, Kids will love these pumpkinshaped Rice Krispies treats for Halloween.

(Photo: Julie Wells) Bottom, Halloween Candy Bark made with assorted candy from The Cooking Channel. (Special Photo: Your TV Link)

Top, Mummy Toast is a simple treat that kids will love. Middle, “Finger” food has just the right amount of spooky for the Halloween — and carrot — lover. (Special Photos: Mary Braswell) Bottom, enjoy pumpkin dip on graham crackers or apples. (Photo: Julie Wells)

These six recipes will add a scare to your Halloween party HALLOWEEN CANDY BARK Ingredients: Assorted Halloween candy — such as Snickers, M&Ms, Reese’s Pieces and candy corn — about 15 pieces or packs (you want the equivalent of 1 to 1 1/2 cups chopped candy).

• Add the chocolate and stir until melted and smooth. Do not overheat the chocolate or it will seize.

• Remove the bowl from the pan and wipe the condensation from the bottom. Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared baking sheet; use the rubber Directions: spatula to spread it into a • Line a baking sheet 10-to-12-inch circle, about with foil, shiny-side up; 1/4-inch thick. smooth out the creases.

• Press the candy pieces • Cut the candy bars into the chocolate, arranginto pieces. If you’re using ing them so each bite has a candies like M&Ms or mix of flavors, colors and Reese’s Pieces, crush them textures. if you’d like or leave them • Refrigerate the chocowhole. (They crush easily if late for 1 hour to comyou put them in a resealable pletely set before breaking plastic bag and smack them it into large pieces. Break against the counter, or use a into pieces and store in an coffee mug to crush them in airtight container at room the bag.) temperature for 1 to 2 • Create a double boiler weeks. by putting a glass or metal — Recipe courtesy of bowl over a saucepan of The Cooking Channel barely simmering water, making sure the bowl PUMPKIN DIP doesn’t touch the water.

Ingredients:

15 ounces of canned pumpkin 5 ounces of instant vanilla pudding 16 ounces of Cool Whip ½ tablespoon of pumpkin pie spice ½ tablespoon of cinnamon

Red and yellow food coloring (or orange gel coloring) Mini Tootsie Rolls Directions: • In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

• Add the marshmallows and stir until the marshDirections: mallows are completely • Mix by hand the pump- melted. kin and the dry pudding mix • Add a few drops of in a medium-sized bowel. the red and yellow food • Fold in the Cool Whip. coloring at a time to get the • Add the pumpkin pie desired orange color. spice and cinnamon, and stir • Add the crispy rice thoroughly. cereal in, a little at a time, • Chill before serving. until all of the cereal is Tip: Serve with apples, mixed in with the marshgraham crackers, vanilla mallows. wafers or ginger snaps.

• Spread a little butter on your hands (this helps the PUMPKIN cereal from sticking to your RICE KRISPIES hands) and mold the cereal TREATS into pumpkin shapes.

Ingredients: • Top with a Tootsie ¼ cup of butter Roll.

5 ½ cups of mini marshTip: Give the pumpkins mallows faces by decorating them 6 cups of crispy rice with M&Ms, candy corn or cereal chocolate chips.

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• Peel the oranges, leaving the fruit whole.

• Cut short (about 2 inches) sticks of celery.

• Stick the celery stick in the center of the orange to create the pumpkin “stem.”

FINGER FOOD Ingredients: Carrots (whole, not baby) French onion dip Almond slivers Directions: • Cut the top part of a carrot to finger length, about 2 1/2-3 inches.

• At the carrot tip, use a dab of dip to stick an almond fingernail in place.

• Pour the dip (any kind that is thick will work) into a bowl.

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Theater group making ‘Tracks’ at McKendree UMC When Scott Piehler decided to start a small players group out of McKendree United Methodist Church, it was on a whim.

And although the group is named the McKendree Players, Piehler describes it as more like a community theater than a church troupe.

Piehler’s whim also led to the production of a oneact play, “Tracks,” written

by Peter Tarsi. McKendree Players will present “Tracks” next weekend in the Lockridge Chapel of McKendree UMC. At only around 45 minutes long, the play involves a group of people who meet unexpectedly at a very unusual subway station.

“Without giving it away,” Piehler said, “let’s just say Rod Serling of ‘Twilight Zone’ fame would really appreciate this show.”

a member at McKendree UMC for over 20 years, and they’ve always been a great friend to the arts.”

“There are people in this show that are active members of Live Arts (where I’m the co-chair), New London, Players Guild at Sugar Hill and Staged Right in Lilburn,” Piehler continued. “And it’s all because Holley Calmes Gwinnett is such a theatrefriendly county. You can see And while the play is a why I’m excited.” drama, it also has a great To ensure success, sense of humor.

Piehler would never dare Members from a variety of local theater groups come to- perform without his Green “My wife and I first gether for “Tracks” at McKendree UMC in Lawrenceville Lantern ring. encountered this show in Nov. 6-7. (Special Photo: Scott Piehler) February at the annual “I only wear it during Georgia Thespian Convenproduction week, along tion in Columbus,” Piehler The McKendree Players in Gwinnett,” Piehler said. with a Blue Lantern ring,” said. “I knew right then I is unique in that all of its ac- “I’ve worked with some Piehler said. “In 2014, I dihad to direct it. And it’s rare tive members are from other incredible people. It dawned rected a scholastic producfor community troupes to theater groups who have on me that it might be fun tion of ‘Godspell.’ The cast present one-act shows. So, come together for “Tracks.” to have a troupe where we was having a rough time, I started something new as “For the past couple of could play together in a so on a lark I wore these a side-project to the bigger years, I’ve been amazed relaxed atmosphere and see two rings. I’m a hopeless shows.” at the level of talent here what happened. I’ve been comic book junkie. ‘Green’

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is willpower, ‘Blue’ is hope.

I explained to my cast that with a little will and hope, we would get through this, and, rehearsals got better.

On the day of dress rehearsal, I left the rings at home.

That day, the actor playing Jesus fell through a scenery flat. When the cast realized I had forgotten the rings, they let me have it. Since that day, I wear them.”

“Tracks” will be performed at McKendree UMC at 7 p.m. Nov. 6 and at 5 p.m. Nov. 7 in the Lockridge Chapel. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased by emailing tracks@piehler. net. For more information about McKendree Players, email tracks@piehler.net.

Holley Calmes is a freelance writer and public relations consultant specializing in the arts. Email her at hcalmes@mindspring. com

Suwanee Wine Fest returning Cirque to bring world of ‘Avatar’ to arena

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Wine lovers will be able to taste over 150 blends from around the world when the Suwanee Wine Fest returns to Town Center Park next Saturday.

Presented by The Fresh Market and organized by the award-winning team behind the popular Suwanee Beer Fest, the Suwanee Wine Fest is set for Nov. 7. From 1 to 5 p.m., festival goers can taste from a special menu created by the wine experts of Beverage Superstore that includes over 150 of the world’s best blends.

In addition to a vast selection of wines, beer connoisseurs and college football fans can catch the day’s biggest games while tasting craft brews in the Georgia beer/college football tent. Local bluegrass band “Pullin’ Strings” will perform, playing a set of original tunes mixed with bluegrass hits by artists such as Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash and more.

Local vendors and artists will showcase their works, and The Fresh Market will provide samples prepared on site.

General admission tickets are $55 per person and include unlimited tastings of beer and wine, entertainment and activities.

Atlanta Classic Cars VIP Experience tickets can be purchased for $110 and include one-hour early entry to the event, access to a private dining and tasting tent, higher-end wines, gourmet catered food from The Fresh Market and a goody bag.

A part of festival’s proceeds will be donated to benefit Annandale Village, a local nonprofit providing care and life assistance to adults with disabilities and traumatic brain injuries.

Annandale Village will also

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thousands of years before the events depicted in the film. In the language of the Na’vi, the indigenous people James Cameron’s epic sci- featured in the film, Toruk refers to the great leonopterfi film “Avatar” captivated yx, the red and orange predaaudiences across the globe tor that rules the Pandoran and garnered a multitude sky. Audiences will witness of awards, including three Oscars, when it was released as the Na’vi ready to ride the exotic and fascinating creain 2009. tures — which are central in Now fans of the film can Na’vi culture and crucial to experience the lush, picturesque world of “Avatar” live the clans’ sense of destiny and how they’re unified. during Cirque du Soleil’s Tickets for the “TORUK new touring show “TORUK — The First Flight” per— The First Flight.” formances at the Infinite Inspired by the movie, Energy Arena began pre-sale “TORUK” will tour arenas availability for Cirque Club around the globe startmembers on Wednesday; ing November, including performances June 15-19 at tickets go on sale to the the Infinite Energy Arena in public starting at 10 a.m.

Nov. 6 and can be purchased Winemaker Simone Bergese and other representatives from Chateau Elan Winery and Duluth.

Resort serve patrons at Suwanee Wine Fest, held at the city’s Town Center Park. (File at www.cirquedusoleil.com/ The show is set on the Photo) enchanted moon of Pandora toruk. katie.morris @gwinnettdailypost.com

Five-piece, Georgia-based band Pullin’ Strings will provide music for the 2015 Suwanee Wine Fest on Nov. 7.

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Country music sweetheart Carrie Underwood recently announced she’s hitting the road with songs from her latest album, “Storyteller.”

The seven-time Grammy winner’s “The Storyteller Tour — Stories in the Round” is set to kick off Jan. 30 in Jacksonville, Fla. followed by a stop at the Infinite Energy Arena on Feb 1.

This will be Underwood’s first tour in the round, which features a stage in the middle of the arena floor. The 360-degree setting allows fans on all sides of the arena the get a unique view of the concert.

The tour announcement came on the heels of Underwood’s fifth studio album, “Storyteller,” released on Oct. 23. The album marks the 10-year anniversary since Underwood won “American Idol” and

went on to become a country music superstar.

Six of “Storyteller’s” 13 songs were co-written by Underwood, including the record-breaking first single, “Smoke Break.”

Carrie Underwood’s “The Storyteller Tour — Stories in the Round” with special guests Easton Corbin and The Swon Brothers will play the Infinite Energy Arena in Duluth at at 7 p.m. on Feb. 1.

Tickets range from $46 to $76 and will be avail-

able beginning Friday, Nov. 6, at 10 a.m. at aeglive.com, InfiniteEnergyCenter.com, the Arena Box Office or by calling 770-626-2464.

Fans who buy “Storyteller” through Underwood’s online store, www.carrieunderwood. fm, will receive a code for early access to tour tickets. For more information, including on-sale timing and soon-to-beannounced VIP packages, visit www.carrieunderwood.fm.

Seven-time Grammy Award winner and “American Idol” winner Carrie Underwood will take songs from her latest album, “Storyteller,” on the road starting in January, including a stop at the Infinite Energy Arena on Feb. 1.

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BY VENUE MUSIC 37 MAIN 37 E. Main St., Buford 678-288-2030 www.buford.37main.com • Oct. 30: The Regulators • Oct. 31: Halloween Party with the Pak • Nov. 6: Yacht Rock Schooner • Nov. 7: Drop Tailgate • Nov. 13: The Ruckus • Nov. 14: Fan Halen 37 MAIN 6000 Medlock Bridge Parkway, Johns Creek 678-580-2329 www.johnscreek.37main.com • Oct. 30: Moby Dick • Oct. 31: Blizzard of Ozzy • Nov. 6-7: The Purple Experience • Nov. 13-14: Fan Halen • Nov. 14: Drivin N Cryin

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• Nov. 14: Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors, Penny and Sparrow

INFINITE ENERGY CENTER 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth 770-813-7500 www.infiniteenergycenter.com • Oct. 30: Gwinnett Symphont Orchestra Masterworks • Nov. 1: Fall Open Music Concert for Peace and Harmony

CENTER STAGE THEATRE 1374 W. Peachtree St., Atlanta 404-885-1365 www.centerstage-atlanta.com • Oct. 30: Lalah Hathaway • Oct. 31: Lil Dicky • Nov. 4:Allen Stone with Bernhoft • Nov. 6: Rahsaan Patterson • Nov. 7: Timeflies, Kalin & Myles • Nov. 11:Cafe Tacuba • Nov. 12: Two Birds/One Stone • Nov. 13: Home Free • Nov. 14: SoMo

ATLANTA SYMPHONY HALL 1280 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta 404-733-4900 www.atlantasymphony.org • Oct. 31: Danny Elfman’s Music from the Films of Tim Burton, Halloween Hijinks • Nov. 1: The Tenors 40 WATT CLUB 285 W. Washington St., Athens • Nov. 5, 7: Spano conducts World Premiere of Leshnoff 706-549-7871 Symphony, Beethoven’s www.40watt.com Seventh • Oct. 30: Grotesque Bur• Nov. 6: Milk Carton Kids lesque • Nov. 8: Last Comic Standing • Oct. 31: Halloween Dance • Nov. 12, 14: Spano conducts Party and Costume Contest All-Star Verdi Requiem with Booty Boyz • Nov. 2: The Joker and Jester BUCKHEAD THEATRE Comedy Tour 3110 Roswell Road, Atlanta • Nov. 6: The Vanity, Big 404-843-2825 Morgan www.thebuckheadtheatre.com • Nov. 7: Eureka California, • Nov. 6: Lettuce, Marvel Fake Flowers, Superbody, Years Femignome • Nov. 11: Grimes, Nicole Dol• Nov. 11: Ed Schrader’s Mulangager sic Beat, The Rodney Kings, • Nov. 12: Concert with a The Gurgle Twins • Nov. 12: Funkasaurus Wrex, Cause ft. The Plott Hounds, Dank, All The Locals Dead Cultures, Fat Neptune • Nov. 13: The Wood Brothers • Nov. 13: The Story So Far,

COBB ENERGY PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta 770-916-2800 www.cobbenergycentre.com • Oct. 31: So You Think You Can Dance Tour • Nov. 5: Sufjan Stevens • Nov. 6: Wanda Sykes • Nov. 7: America’s Got Talent Live: The All-Stars Tour • Nov. 8: Puscifer • Nov. 12: Diane Reeves and Fourplay • Nov. 13: Clifford the Big Red Dog EDDIE’S ATTIC 515-B N. McDonough St., Decatur 404-377-4976 www.eddiesattic.com • Oct. 30: Clay Cook

• Nov. 1: Kat Edmonson • Nov. 2: Songwriter’s Open Mic • Nov. 3: Stephen Kellogg • Nov. 4: Josh Kelley • Nov. 5: Josh Kelley, John Moreland • Nov. 6: Loudon Wainwright III • Nov. 7: Smokin’ Novas, Patrick Davis • Nov. 9: Joe Ely • Nov. 10: Jon McLaughlin • Nov. 11: Jeff Dauler • Nov. 12: Mudcat & The Atlanta Horns, Barnaby Bright, Caleb Caudle, Justin Peter Kinkel • Nov. 13: Derek Webb, Red Wanting Blue • Nov. 14: Erick Baker, Charlie Mars EVERETT’S MUSIC BARN 4055 Stonecypher Road, Suwanee 678-858-5363 suwaneemusicbarn.com • Oct. 31: Halloween Bluegrass Bash with Nu-Blu • Nov. 7: Carolina Blue • Nov. 14: The Kevin Prater Band FOX THEATRE 660 Peachtree St. N.E., Atlanta 404-881-2100 foxtheatre.org • Oct. 30: The B-52’s Halloween Scream • Nov. 1:The Tenors • Nov. 3-8: Cinderella • Nov. 11: Giada De Laurentiis • Nov. 12: Kem, Tamar Braxton • Nov. 13: Straight No Chaser THE LOFT 1374 W. Peachtree St., Atlanta 404-885-1365 www.centerstage-atlanta.com/ shows/the-loft/ www.centerstage-atlanta.com • Nov. 3: Everclear • Nov. 5: Frnkiero Andthe Cellabration • Nov. 6: Young Rising Sons • Nov. 7: Angie Stone • Nov. 12: Passafire THE MASQUERADE 695 North Avenue N.E., Atlanta 404-577-8178 www.masqueradeatlanta.com • Oct. 30: Trapt, Submersible • Oct. 31: Boos and Brews • Nov. 1: SuicideGirls, Carnifex, Government Issue, War on Women • Nov. 2: Hands like Houses, The Hotelier, Soul Asylum, Meat Puppets, Fever the Ghost •Nov. 3: Escape the Fate, BIGWIG, Masked Intruder, Odesza • Nov. 4: Modern Baseball, Odesza • Nov. 5: Motionless In White, The Devil Wears Prada, Dead Sara, Open Your Eyes • Nov. 6: Knuckle Puck, Be

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Like Max, The Holophonics, Gorgon City • Nov. 7: Journey Men’s Shelter: Giving Rocks, Prong, • Nov. 8: The Toadies, Drown, Enchant, Creepoid • Nov. 9: Keep Shelly in Athens, Aiden • Nov. 10: Insane Clown Posse, P.O.D., Deafheaven, A Silent Film • Nov. 12: Emery • Nov. 13: Texas in July RED CLAY MUSIC FOUNDRY 3116 Main St., Duluth 678-957-7283 www.eddieowenpresents.com • Oct. 30: Tinsley Ellis with Jameson Elder • Nov. 1: Songwriters Open Mic • Nov. 6: Sierra Hull • Nov. 7: Grassland String Band Live Recording • Nov. 8: Jan Smith Studio Showcase featuring Laughlin • Nov. 10: Deana Carter with Jenn Thornton • Nov. 13: Kelley Swindall and Ira Wolf • Nov. 14: The Bitteroots with Kate and Corey RED LIGHT CAFE 553 Amsterdam Ave., Atlanta 404-874-7828 redlightcafe.com • Oct. 30: Shawn Phillips • Nov. 1: Streetwise • Nov. 4: The Gordon Vernick Quartet • Nov. 5: Caleb & The Gents, Glen Demeritt Trio, B.R. Lively • Nov. 6: Ben Wade Band, Tommy Thompson • Nov. 7: Lindsay Rakers • Nov. 8: Benyaro, City Mouse, Oh Jeremiah • Nov. 11: The Gordon Vernick Quartet • Nov. 12: The Brummy Brothers, Wisewater • Nov. 13: Don Preston’s Akashic Ensemble 2015, Andre Cholmondeley, Mike Dillon • Nov. 14: Jon Stickley Trio RIALTO CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 80 Forsyth St. N.W., Atlanta 404-651-4727 www.rialtocenter.org • Oct. 29-30: “DeChachetitoRaspado” • Nov. 7: Paco Pena • Nov. 11-12, 14-15: Soldier Songs SMITH’S OLDE BAR 1578 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta 404-875-1522 www.smithsoldebar.com • Oct. 30: The Sundogs, Cherry Bomb, DJ Sky • Oct. 31: Blackfoot Gypsies/ Pinups, DJ Sky, Fortuna • Nov. 1: Dan Bern • Nov. 2: Tommy Castro and The Painkillers • Nov. 4: Matt Woods, Christ

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Duluth hosting Howl on the Green event today

By Polly Ouellette Staff Intern

There will be both tricks and treats at this year’s Howl On The Green event in Duluth today.

Kids, adults and even dogs are invited to wear their costumes and participate in the many Halloween activities that will begin at 6 p.m. Main Street will be closed so trick-or-treaters can visit stores that will be handing out candy. Kids can also enjoy inflatables, life-size board games, facepainting, haunted hay rides and more family-friendly activities.

Attendees can also visit a variety of vendors on the Green, avoid the giant spider web poised to catch unsuspecting victims and wander among the witches and monsters. Live music from DJ Rob and Luminocity Entertainment Division will be provided throughout the event, and there will also be a line up of food trucks and other concessions, so that the little zombies don’t have to eat brains for dinner.

Costume events for kids, families, dogs and individual adults will take place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. There are several categories for each competition, giving contestants lots of opportunities to win prizes. Event organizers ask that costumes don’t include weapons, live pyrotechnics or sharp objects.

“We had a family come

Duluth’s annual Howl on the Green Halloween event will feature fire performances including dancing and firebreathing tonight at Duluth Town Green. (Special Photo: Dustin Grau)

Above, pooches of all ages and sizes will be able to compete in the Hall-O-weenie dog costume contest at Duluth’s Howl on the Green Halloween event.

(Special Photo) At left, an aerialist will be performing an elegant, mysterious act suspended 50 to 60 feet above the ground during Duluth’s Howl on the Green Halloween celebration tonight from 6 to 10 p.m.

(Special Photo: Dustin Grau)

in last year, and they IF YOU GO made their costumes from scratch,” said Maggie WadWhat: Howl on the Green dell, Duluth’s Events CoWhen: 6 p.m. today Where: Duluth Town Green, 3167 Main St. in Duluth ordinator. “They had taken Admission: Free cardboard boxes and made More Info: www.duluthga.net Transformers costumes entirely out of the boxes. It’s really fun to see what people At 8:30 p.m., fire dancers, and myriad other spooky create.” breakdancing werewolves creatures will emerge from

the crowd to entertain attendees with a dance performance. An aerialist will also perform at the Festival Center Stage before the evening draws to a close at 10 p.m.

The American Red Cross will be on site from 5 to 9 p.m. accepting blood donations. The American Red Cross asks that those

donating blood be 17 or older and have food in their system. Reservations are suggested but not required by using the sponsor code “CityofDuluth” or by calling 800-RED-CROSS. For specific requirements, visit redcross.org/blood.

For more information about Howl on the Green, visit duluthga.net.

Fernbank Museum offers adults a night of films, frights

By Katie Morris

katie.morris @gwinnettdailypost.com

Fernbank Museum invites adults to kick off Halloween weekend with festive frights and films on the giant screen during its Martinis and IMAX Fright Night event.

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Starting at 7 p.m., adults can sip on specialty Halloween-themed cocktails, including “Red-Rum,” “The Pumpkin King” and the “Poltergeist,” while watching IMAX films “Wonders of the Arctic” and “Robots.”

The evening will also include tunes spun by DJ Robb of Lethal Rhythms,

and attendees can show off their costumes during Fernbank’s annual costume contest for a chance to win prizes. Registration will be open from 7 to 9:30 p.m. and winners will be announced at 9:45 p.m.

Party goers can also walk through the museum’s newest exhibits “Searching for

the Queen of Sheba” and “Women of Vision” during the event.

Fright Night activities are included in the $8 Matinis and IMAX cover charge.

IMAX film tickets are $13 and include the cover

charge. Attendees are also able to add the special exhibitions for an additional $3.

Museum members receive special pricing, including free cover charge.

Martinis and IMAX Fright Night will be in

Fernbank’s Great Hall and is for adults ages 21 and older. Fernbank Museum of Natural History is located at 767 Clifton Road in Atlanta.

For more information, visit fernbankmuseum.org or call 404-929-6300.

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Lionheart Theatre brings ‘Lawless Spirits’ to life

By Katie Morris

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For a lot of folks Halloween means costumes, candy and celebrations, but the haunted holiday also conjures up tales of ghosts and spirits from the past.

Downtown Norcross is ripe with such stories and local lore, giving Lionheart Theatre more than enough material for its inaugural ghost tours.

Tanya Caldwell, Lionheart’s Producing Artistic Director, said she’s always been fascinated with the company’s venue The Rectory, a restored building from the early 1900s, as well as the Historic Cotton Gin, which serves as Lionheart’s Performing Arts Centre.

Eventually her love of Norcross history was fueled by stories she learned from historian Gene Ramsay, who co-wrote the book “Norcross (Images of America).”

“I started talking with him and he told me the stories of a few people who had been shot,” Caldwell said.

These stories of murder helped paved the path for

Actors, from left to right, David Suddoth, Logan Liphart, Bob Winstead, Dee Cunturso and Tim Scruggs rehearse a scene from Lionheart Theatre’s inaugural “Lawless Spirits of Norcross” ghost tours taking place Oct. 29-31.

(Special Photo: Nancy Caldwell)

Swenson, who have both acted with Lionheart for • What: “The Lawless over 15 years.

Spirits of Norcross” While “Lawless Spirits” Actors rehearse a scene from Lionheart Theatre’s inaugural “Lawless Spirits of Nor• Where: Downtown cross” ghost tours taking place Oct. 29-31. (Special Photo: Nancy Caldwell) is a guided ghost tour, it’s Norcross not all about the ghosts • When: Oct. 29-31 at Lionheart’s inaugural ghost into scenes. The tour also events. and the scares — it’s more 6:30 and 8 p.m. tours “The Lawless Spirits includes an additional scene There will be a shootabout the story, Brown said.

• Tickets: $15 per of Norcross.” The tours al- inspired by a personal letter out between Henry “Doc” “This is really about person • More Info: www.lionlow history buffs and thrill that was authored during Lively and Bija Nuckolls, leaving that last aspect of it hearttheatre.org or call to the imagination,” he said. seekers alike to witness the Civil War. and hobos sitting by a 770-885-0425 “It’s really more historical. as the spirits of Norcross’ Lionheart will present campfire reminiscing about And as they say, every story past return from the dead to its new tours Friday and the good ol’ bootlegging has a little kernel of truth share their stories.

Saturday night, with each days. The group can also James Meriwether, who Ramsay gathered around hour-long, guided tour fea- join in the scene by serving could make an unexpected in it.”

“And this has more than 20 tales and then Caldwell turing events that took place as jury members during the appearance at any time. just a kernel,” Swenson narrowed it down to seven between 1864-1961. Along trial of the slaying of the Bringing the lore to said. “These are murders stories for the tour, and the way, the group will Simpson Boys. Attendees life is a cast of 13 actors, local playwrights were pause to watch as costumed should also keep their eyes including professional sto- and things that really hapenlisted to adapt the stories actors re-enact each of the peeled for escape convict rytellers Bill Brown and Jill pened here.”

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City of Suwanee invites children Teatro Aurora set to host to Trek or Treat on Halloween Day of the Dead celebration

By Zach Miles Staff Intern

By Katie Morris

Suwanee Creek Park goers keep a lookout on Halloween because little goblins, ghosts and monsters will be wandering the wooded trails in search of sweet treats.

The city of Suwanee is hosting its annual Trek or Treat event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., offering families an afternoon filled with spook-tacular events and festivities for children, who are strongly encouraged to dress up in their favorite costume.

With free admission, Trek or Treat will feature many activities throughout the event including fall festival-themed games, contests, music, inflatables and a hot dog lunch while supplies last.

This year’s event is staffed and planned by the 2015 Suwanee Youth Leaders class, which is a group of students from North Gwinnett and Peachtree Ridge

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Suwanee’s Trek or Treat event will include festival games, crafts, inflatables, dance competitions and pictures with Parker, Suwanee’s oversized canine mascot, this Halloween at Suwanee Creek Park. (Special Photo)

IF YOU GO • What: Trek or Treat • Where: Suwanee Creek Park, 1170 Buford Highway in Suwanee • When: Saturday, Oct. 31, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• Cost: Free admission • More Info: www.suwanee.com.

High Schools. Through this year-long program presented by Suwanee, students from both schools develop and enhance their leadership skills along with learning more information about city government and lo-

cal community.

The kid-friendly event is geared toward youngsters ages 10 and under; Suwanee Creek Park is located at 1170 Buford Highway in Suwanee.

For more information, visit suwanee.com.

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altar to memorialize and honor the lives of loved ones who have passed.

Aurora Theatre is located at 128 E. Pike St. in Lawrenceville. For more information, visit auroratheatre.com.

the cemetery at 8:30 and 10:30 p.m.

All tours begin and and at the Aurora Theatre, located at 128 E. Pike St. For more information and to buy tickets, visit scarystroll.com.

McCray’s Tavern will host their annual, adultsonly “SpookTacular on the Square” event beginning at 10 p.m. In addition to live music, McCray’s will serve Halloween drink specials as well as buffet-style light bites and refreshments. A total of $500 in cash prizes will be also available to those who participate in a costume contest.

“We are thrilled to organize this fun event for our community and highlight the many wonderful businesses in our downtown area,” Allisha Tedesco, General Manager for McCray’s Tavern, said in a statement. “We have a variety of attractions on our Lawrenceville Square and the downtown community is always eager to share it with all our residents and visitors.”

For more information about Halloween activities in Historic Downtown Lawrenceville, visit facebook.com/cityoflawrenceville.

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a Memorial Altar onsite through Nov. 3; Aurora invites residents of all origins to participate and bring artifacts — such as copies of photos, favorite games, snacks or drinks — to place on the Day of the Dead

able to visit the Historic Lawrenceville Square on Halloween for free comic Comic book fans and books, candy and paranorghost hunters alike will be mal experiences.

Local comic book store Galactic Quest will host its “Halloween Comic Fest” from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Participating stores, marked by a sign in their windows, will hand out free Halloween comic books as well as candy and treats to guests.

Comic fans can head to Galactic Quest, Special Kneads and Treats, Sparkle and Artzy Beads to Poplar Hill receive a different comic Baptist book from each store.

Church Other businesses throughout Lawrencev770.945.6131 234 Shadburn Ave, Buford ille Square will hand out Pastor: Rev. Avery Headd candy to trick-or-treaters, B.A., M. Div. Times of Worship and family-friendly acSunday • 8 a.m.~11 a.m. tivities will be available Times of Instruction Sunday • 9:45 a.m. Church School throughout the afternoon Sunday • 10:00 a.m. Invitational Counseling and evening.

Wednesday • Youth Bible Studies 7 p.m.

Wednesday • Adult Bible Studies 7 p.m.

In addition to Hal“A Christ Centered Church loween festivities, Where Love is the Greatest” thrill-seeking visitors can participate in a tour through the spooky places of Lawrenceville. Ghost Tours will guide participants through the haunted locations of Lawrenceville at 7 and 9 p.m. Haunted Cemetery Tours will give brave souls the opportunity to investigate paranormal activity in Staff Intern

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Aurora Theatre will present two free storytelling shows on Halloween during its Children’s Playhouse Day of the Dead Celebration. There will be also be a Memorial Altar on site through Nov. 3. (Special Photo)

Lawrenceville Square Halloween event to feature comic books, candy

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On Halloween, families will have the opportunity to celebrate the lives of friends and family who have passed on during Teatro Aurora’s Day of the Dead Celebration.

The Aurora Children’s Playhouse special edition features two free storytelling shows: a performance in English at 10 a.m. followed by a Spanish show at 11:30 a.m. Storyteller Tersi Bendiburg will lead audiences on a journey of remembrance in celebration of life and those who have come before us.

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HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS

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GWINNETT HAPPENINGS Friday, October 30 Friday Fall Festival — Lucky Shoals Park Community Recreation Center is hosting a Friday Fall Festival at 5 p.m. The haunted Halloween festival features crafts, games, a costume contest and a haunted house; there will be a walk-through dark attraction filled with live actors, special effects and monsters for older kids.

The event is open to all ages and admission is $11 per person. Lucky Shoals Park Community Recreation Center is located at 4651 Britt Road in Norcross. For more information, visit gwinnettcountyevents.com.

Howl on the Green — The city of Duluth is hosting Howl on the Green from 6 to 10 p.m. at Duluth Town Green, 3142 Hill Street. The familyfriendly Halloween event will kick off with trick-or-treating on Main Street, inflatables, giant games, live entertainment, food trucks and more. There will be costume contests for kids and adults as well as a Hall-O-Weenie contest for dogs.

The event turns into fright at dark with fire dancers, mystical creatures, an aerialist hanging from the Festival Center Stage and breakdancing werewolves. For more information about Howl on the Green, visit duluthga.net.

“Dracula: The Catacombs” — Southern Ballet Theatre’s haunted dance attraction, “Dracula: The Catacombs,” will be presented at 8 and 9 p.m. at the Black Box at Southern Performing Arts Academy, 3315 Sugarloaf Parkway, suite 16, in Lawrenceville.

The Halloween show is crafted to be an immersive, scary experience that’s similar to a traditional production — with dancers performing modern and contemporary choreography while actors deliver dialogue in between to set the scenes — but with a haunted twist.

For more information about the show, visit www.draculahaunts.com.

Simon Kidgits Club Boo Bash — Sugarloaf Mills will host its Simon Kidgits Club Boo Bash from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Food Court. There will be Halloween and fall-themed crafts, a bounce house, face painting and giveaways. The celebration continues with mall-wide trick-or-treating from 6 to 8 p.m.

The Boo Bash is open to Simon Kidgits Club members.

Those interested can become a member for $5. For more information, visit simonkidgitsclub.com.

Saturday, October 31 Mall of Georgia Trick-orTreating — Mall of Georgia invites local families to its mall-wide trick-or-treating event beginning at 6 p.m.

Stores throughout the mall will give out treats to children who wear a Halloween costume.

Participating stores will have a sign in their window; families are encouraged to arrive early before the candy runs out.

Halloween photos will also be available starting at 5 p.m. in front of JCPenney. For more information, visit mallofgeorgia.com.

Suwanee’s Trek or Treat — Suwanee Creek Park is hosting its annual Trek or Treat from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Suwanee Creek Park, 1170 Buford Highway. Kids are invited to dress up in their favorite costumes for the free event and walk the park’s greenway collecting treats and participating in festival activities. For more information, visit suwanee.com.

costumed guide hearing scary ghost stories. The Oakland Cemetery is located at 248 Oakland Avenue S.E. in Atlanta. For more information, visit oaklandcemetery.com.

Walker Stalker Con The Georgia World Congress Center is hosting its sci-fi and horror fan convention, Walker Stalker Con, from 3 to 8 p.m. on Oct 30, 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Oct. 31 and from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 1. Attendees can meet cast members from the “Walking Dead,” experience walkers and cosplayers roaming the event floor, trick-or-treat and more. The Georgia World Congress Center is located at 285 Andrew Young International Boulevard in Atlanta. For more information, visit walkerstalkercon.com.

Above left, Hector Mercado, 9, gets candy from a Neiman Marcus employee during the 2014 Boo Bash at the Sugarloaf Mills Mall in Lawrenceville.

(Staff Photo: David Welker) Above right, Ryan Williams got in on the fun with his twins Emaline and Benjamin, dressing up as power rangers for Duluth’s 2013 Halloween on the Green event. (Staff Photo: Camie Young)

CORN MAZES, PUMPKIN PATCHES AND FESTIVAL FUN

Tiffany Goodman, left, and Hope Mobley dress as zombies for last year’s evening festivities at Duluth’s 2013 Howl on the Green. (Staff Photo: Camie Young) Train or Treat — The Southeastern Railway Museum is hosting Train-orTreat from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The event features costume contests, trick-or-treating, a fall craft activity, wagon rides and more. The event is free with paid admission.

The Southeastern Railway Museum is located at 3595 Buford Highway in Duluth. For more information, visit southeasternrailwaymuseum.org.

Awesomeness Black Light Party — Adrenaline Climbing is hosting their Awesomeness Black Light Party event for the fifth year with check on starting at 7 p.m. and the actual event starting at 8 p.m. For only $20 with a costume and $30 without a costume, guests have the chance to participate in a climbing event, dyno throwing competition and a psychedic glowing while participating in a glow in the dark atmosphere.

Adrenaline Climbing is located at 460 Brogdon Road in Suwanee. For more information, visit adrenalineclimbing. com.

Run for Your Life: Zombie 5K — The city of Sugar Hill is presenting their very own Zombie 5K run at 8 a.m. The $25 cost of the 5K and onemile run will benefit the Lanier Athletic Association. In addition to the 5K and one-mile run, there will also be a best dressed zombie competition.

The event will take place at the Sugar City Hall, located at 5039 West Broad Street in Buford. For more information, visit cityofsugarhill.com.

Dave and Buster’s Sugarloaf Family Halloween Event — The Dave and Buster’s Sugarloaf location is giving their guests the opportunity to attend their very own Halloween event at 11 a.m. The event will be held in one of their private rooms and will have food, beverages and a costume contest while also allowing guests to play hundreds of games and simulators in the Million Dollar Midway.

This Dave and Buster’s

is located at 5900 Sugarloaf Parkway in Lawrenceville.

For more information, visit daveandbusters.com.

Braselton’s Zombie 5K — Downtown Braselton invites runners of all ages to participate in their Zombie 5K Run at 9:30 a.m. Runners are encouraged to dress up as zombies, and a local hair salon, Artistic Expressions, are offering appointments to do zombie makeup. Registration is only $30, and runners can register at downtownbraselton. com or beginning at 8 a.m. on the day of the race.

The race begins at the Braselton Brothers Department Store building which is located on Davis Street in historic downtown Braselton.

For more information, visit downtownbrasleton.com or call 706-684-0369.

ONGOING EVENTS Lawrenceville Haunted Cemetery Tour Aurora Theatre, located at 128 East Pike Street in Lawrenceville, invites the brave to experience eerie encounters and haunted tales during its Haunted Cemetery Tours. The tours are offered every Friday and Saturday at 8:30 and 10:30 p.m. from Oct. 9-31. For more information, visit scarystroll.com/cemetery-tour.

Lawrenceville Ghost Tour Aurora Theatre is also hosting the popular Lawrenceville Ghost Tours every night in October at 7:30 p.m. The 90-minute tours are offered at 7:30 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays and at 7 and 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

Costumed guides lead guest on a stroll around the downtown square, sharing spooky stories of Lawrenceville. For more information, visit scarystroll.com/ghost-tour.

Netherworld Haunted House Netherworld Haunted House is open every night through Nov. 1. Visitors can tour the dark attraction featuring live actors, special effects and terrifying monsters from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Sundays

through Thursdays and from 7 p.m. to midnight Fridays and Saturdays. This year’s haunt themes are The Rotting and Vault 13: Unearthed.

Netherworld is located at 6624 Dawson Boulevard in Norcross. Tickets range from $22 to $50. For more information, visit fearworld.com.

The Lawless Spirits of Norcross Lionheart Theatre invites brave souls to meet “The Lawless Spirits of Norcross” Oct. 29-31 during its new guided ghost tour. Attendees can wander the streets of historic Norcross to see the past come to life during an evening of “murder, mystery and mayhem.”

Tickets are $15 for all ages.

For more information or reservations, call 770-885-0425 or visit lionhearttheatre.org.

ATLANTA HAPPENINGS Boo at the Zoo Zoo Atlanta is hosting its Boo at the Zoo Halloween festival from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct. 31, featuring treats, spooky games and crafts, an inflatable corn maze and more. Boo at the Zoo is free for Zoo Members and children under 3 and included with general admission.

Zoo Atlanta is located at 800 Cherokee Ave. S.E. For more information, visit zooatlanta.org.

Brick-Or-Treat Legoland Discovery Center is offering Brick-or-Treat every Saturday and Sunday in October, offering trick-or-treating, pumpkin LEGO building, costume contests and more. The center opens at 10 a.m. and is located in Phipps Plaza, 3500 Peachtree Road in Atlanta. For more information, visit legolanddiscoverycenter.com.

Georgia A Scary-Um The Georgia Aquarium is hosting trick-or-treat stations throughout the aquarium from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m on Oct. 31. Visitors can also enjoy Halloween-themed crafts and photo stations. The Georgia Aquarium is located at 225 Baker Street N.W. in Atlanta.

Indian Festival and Pow Wow Stone Mountain Park’s annual Indian Festival and Pow Wow will take place from Oct. 29 to Nov. 1 at Stone Mountain Park’s historic Antebellum Plantation.

The festival will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 29 and 30, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 31 and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Nov. 1. Included in an Adventure Pass, the cultural festival features dance demonstration, dance and drum competitions, interactive experiences and an artists marketplace.

Indian Festival & Pow Wow only tickets are $15 plus tax and can be purchased at the park. Children under the age of 3 are free. For more information, visit stonemountainpark.com.

The Athens Corn Maze The Athens Corn Maze will host a corn maze and familyfriendly activities on Thursdays to Sundays through the last weekend in October at 1035 Cleveland Road in Bogart. A $10 admission fee includes a five-acre corn maze, hayride, a corn cannon and other family-friendly activities.

For hours and more information, visit athenscornmaze. com or call 678-753-5234.

The Buford Corn Maze The Buford Corn Maze will host fall activities every Friday through Sunday in October, except for Tuesdays and Thursdays, at 4470 Bennett Road in Buford. One admission price allows attendees to enjoy many activities such as a hayride, a five-acre corn maze, pumpkin patch, bounce house and many other activities. For hours and more information, visit bufordcornmaze.com or call 678835-7198.

Corn Dawgs Corn Dawgs will host an agri-tourism-themed adventure park this fall that is open through Nov. 2 located at 955 Leone Avenue in Loganville. An admission fee of $12 includes corn mazes, hayrides, swings, a hay bale jump and many other family-friendly activities. For hours and more information, visit corndawgs.com or call 770-7869000.

Jaemor Farms Jaemor Farms will host their annual corn maze and other fall activities through Nov. 8 on weekends and select weekdays in October at 5340 Cornelia Highway in Alto. A $14 all access pass provides unlimited access to the corn maze and farm activities. For hours and more information, visit jaemorfarms.com or call 770-869-3999.

Randy’s Pumpkin Patch Randy’s Pumpkin Patch is presenting train rides, picture opportunities and a haunted house during October.

Randy’s opens at 10 a.m. every morning and has two locations: 1460 Lawrenceville Highway in Lawrenceville and 1955 Braselton Highway in Buford. For more information, find Randy’s Pumpkin Patch on Facebook.

For more information, visit georgiaaquarium.org.

Six Flags Fright Fest Six Flags Over Georgia presents its annual Fright Fest where the park transforms into a spooky place with ghouls and ghosts every weekend through Nov. 1. There will be haunted attractions, pumpkin painting and trick-or-treating.

Six Flags Over Georgia is located at 275 Riverside Parkway in Austell. For more information, visit frightfest. sixflags.com.

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10. Who is the author of the novels on which the HBO series “True Blood” is based?

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‘Rock the Kasbah’ film fans

PASS/FAIL

Pass: A quirky comedy featuring wheeler-dealer Bill Murray; an interesting premise focusing on the search for life meanings and individual expression in the midst of cultural clashes.

Fail: An overly long run time, predictable plot and story line that is seriously in need of focus — is it a comedy, or is it a drama?

Bill Murray is perfectly cast as talent agent Richie Lanz: a sarcastic, conniving and unscrupulous weasel to most people he encounters, yet someone who discovers a heart of gold when he stumbles upon a world-class talent in the middle of the Afghan desert. However, Bruce Willis and Kate Hudson are wasted in their roles — their characters’ involvement in the story are more distracting than beneficial.

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STANDOUT PERFORMANCE

Fans of TV shows “The Voice” or “America’s Got Talent” might like this flick, especially during its latter half.

However, the misfires abound and laughs are mostly reduced to mild chuckles here and there.

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Wait for the Blu-ray. My feeling is that “Rock The Kasbah” would have made a decent showing on the Independent Film Channel or on DVD, but only as an indie film in limited release.

OVERALL IMPRESSION “Rock The Kasbah” worked for me on a certain level, in large part due to its dark humor. However, the pacing at times is very slow, and it takes awhile for the film to get into a groove. By that time, most moviegoers will probably vote with their feet and head for some other kasbah.

Tim Weekley, Suwanee

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‘Burnt’ a niche film appealing to certain audience Burnt (R) HHHH 3 out of 4 stars

By Michael Clark

Movie Critic

In the film “A Bronx Tale” the Sonny character (Chazz Palminteri, who also wrote the screenplay) is asked “Is it better to be loved or feared?” He’d like both but prefers fear as it is the one of the two he can control.

This is essentially the same mindset of Adam Jones (Bradley Cooper), a tyrannical chef whose ego and addictive personality has led to a seemingly endless string of burned bridges, scorched relationships and exhaustion. He is indeed burnt and feared and certainly not loved.

We get almost all of Adam’s backstory right out of the gate. He moved from the U.S. to Paris as a teen, was mentored by the city’s top chef and (in order) got good, got famous and poisoned every personal and professional relation.

After serving penance by shucking oysters (a million of them) in New Orleans, Adam heads for London to start fresh, claiming abstinence from all things, including women, but he’s still got that crushing ego, that surly attitude and a total inability to relate to people in a normal manner.

For reasons explained

Sienna Miller and Bradley Cooper star in “Burnt.”

Bradley Cooper stars in “Burnt.” (Special Photos: Weinstein Company)

later, the one guy not wishing Adam was dead is Tony (Daniel Bruhl), an equally talented maitre d’ who now runs the restaurant in his father’s posh hotel.

In one of the cleverer plot wrinkles, Adam arranges a scenario that practically forces Tony to hire him and, from there, the Chef From Hell is on the road to redemption.

It is likely that many people are going to have problems with director John Wells and screenwriter Steven Knight’s approach to the story — and for very different reasons.

For the most part, Adam never turns into the warm and fuzzy type many audi-

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Dan Rather?

Here are last week’s 5. Name the last movie to questions again and the win the Best Picture Oscar answers: that was set in Austria.

1. Who was the last perThe first person (located son to win an acting Oscar in within the U.S.) to respond a movie that was a sequel? with all of the correct A: Robert De Niro in answers receives a prize “The Godfather II” of an item or items (movie 2. Name the last person to T-shirts, hats, posters, receive three or more Oscar etc.). The winner also gets nominations for the same their name published in film. the next Weekend section.

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ence members (particularly women) might want.

He’s a prickly pear for the duration and — this is the important part — very indicative of the general attitude of high-end chefs the world over. Only doctors, lawyers, Indian chiefs and politicians possess greater levels of bloated self-importance. Some will label “Burnt” as nothing more than an ultra-slick version of what’s currently seen on the 486 or some cable-based reality cooking shows.

It’s also a dicey move for Cooper, who hasn’t played a character this patently unlikeable since “Wedding Crashers.” Having spent

the last decade amassing considerable goodwill with throngs of fans, Cooper’s turn as Adam could result in major PR and box-office backslide. On the other hand, it could up Cooper’s street credibility within the acting community; after all, although he’s playing a flaming you-know-what, he does it well and with conviction.

The filmmakers (and by extension Cooper) offer up considerable tonal and emotional balance with the casting of the dozen or so supporting players and, in particular, the handful of female characters.

Although given little more than fleeting cameos, Uma

Thurman and Alicia Vikander make the most of them and each is highly pivotal to the narrative. Doing as well with more screen time is Emma Thompson as a doctor who is the only person not afraid to tell Adam where to go and how to get there.

Faring the best of all is Sienna Miller as single mom sous chef Helene, who — like Tony — is initially manipulated by Adam, mostly to her peril.

Practically disappearing into the role the same way she did as Cooper’s character’s wife in “American Sniper,” Miller loses a lot of the glam that she relied on to get in the door a decade ago without sacrificing any visual appeal.

It’s less runway and more backstreets. Helene’s scrappy intellect and refusal to buckle when challenged by

Adam makes her the most interesting and likeable character in the film.

As much as the studio would prefer (based on the trailers), “Burnt” is not a romantic comedy by any stretch. The comedy is very infrequent, almost incidental and acts more as a pressure valve release for a picture rooted firmly in semi-tragic drama. It’s about the “pain” of art (and if you don’t think high-end culinary skills are art then you should probably avoid the movie entirely).

“Burnt” is a niche film with a distinct audience that appreciates craft with characters that don’t care about peripheral damage; whether to the heart, soul, wallet or feelings. Consider it very well-photographed wartime exploration of kamikaze gastronome.

(Weinstein)

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Mulholland Drive Criterion Collection Blu-ray (R) Disc: HHHH Movie: HHHH Originally intended as a TV series ala “Twin Peaks,” writer/director David Lynch’s pilot episode of “Mulholland Drive” so freaked out the executives at ABC they killed the deal. After securing more money, Lynch wrote and shot the rest and the result is one of the most revered and reviled movies in history.

Equal parts thriller, horror and lurid cable soap opera, “Mulholland” doesn’t just invite but requires multiple viewings and everyone who sees it will have a different interpretation. If you pay close attention and allow the film to

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Stars Sandra Bullock as Jane and Billy Bob Thornton stars as Pat Candy in Warner Bros. Pictures “Our Brand Is Crisis.” (Special Photo: Warner Bros.)

‘Our Brand Is Crisis’ comes up short Our Brand Is Crisis (R) HHHH

By Jon Gallo Movie Critic

Welcome back to earth, Sandra Bullock.

The last time we saw Bullock, she gave an outof-this-world performance — literally and figuratively — as a medical engineer lost in space in 2013’s “Gravity,” which skyrocketed to more than $723 million at the worldwide box office and earned her an Oscar nomination for best lead actress.

In her latest work, “Our Brand Is Crisis,” she’s light years away from her previous role, going from the great beyond to, of all places, Bolivia.

Goodbye, George Clooney, who was her co-star in

“Gravity,” and hello, Billy Bob Thornton, with whom she shares the screen as she tries to help a downtrodden candidate overcome long odds to become Bolivia’s president.

Nevermind the movie was primarily shot in New Orleans, not Bolivia.

Nevermind it’s about the democratic process in a country that many Americans can’t find on a map.

Nevermind it’s about an election that happened when former South Gwinnett High star David Greene was quarterbacking Georgia.

Nevermind it’s a film about the use of U.S. marketing strategies to swing the 2002 Bolivian Presidential Election based off Rachel Boynton’s documentary of the same name.

But keep in mind that no one’s perfect, not even Bullock, despite her last four films — “Gravity,” “The

Heat,” “Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close” and “The Blind Side” — having collectively grossed more than $1.3 billion at the box office.

But Bullock’s decision to play Jane Bodine, a disgraced and retired political consultant, when she is coming off an Oscar nomination is as puzzling as her choice to play Mary Horowitz in “All About Steve” in 2009.

Bullock’s no stranger to carrying a film — her performance as Leigh Anne Touhy in 2009’s ”The Blind Side” earned her the Oscar for best lead actress — but “Our Brand Is Crisis” has too much dead weight for her to carry.

For starters, the movie’s premise isn’t strong enough.

Do moviegoers want to spend 108 minutes watching a film based on Gonzalo Sánchez de Lozada’s rally to defeat Evo Morales 13 years ago? Heck, four years later,

Morales, a staunch critic of the U.S., became president, a position he still holds today.

Bodine is hired to help former President Pedro Castillo, who is floundering in the polls, regain office. Castillo, played by Joaquim de Almeida — who isn’t cast as a drug lord for the first time in recent memory — isn’t really likable, but neither is front-running Socialist Victor Rivera (Louis Arcella), who’s portrayed as the man of people.

“Politics have always been a comedy/tragedy,” Bullock told reporters at the film’s premiere in Los Angeles on Monday night. ”I think now the curtain has just been pulled back and everyone gets to see it. It has always been the same. You can’t write stories like this based on pure fiction. This is based on absolute reality.”

That’s true, but the biggest battle in “Our Brand Is

Crisis” isn’t really between Pedro and Victor. It’s between Jane and her longtime nemesis, Pat Candy, played by fellow Oscar winner Thornton. Candy has been retained by Victor, which is the only reason why Bodine returns to the political ring.

She’s simply tired of hearing that how one of Candy’s candidates has never lost an election to one backed by Bodine.

Director David Gordon Green’s biggest problem in “Crisis” is he has too many moving parts, which causes confusion. He needed to spend more time on Bullock and Billy Bob and less time on Bolivians, though he deserves credit for filming New Orleans so well it passes for one of South America’s poorest countries.

Thornton and Bullock’s chemistry is good, but far from great. They exchange witty jabs along the cam-

paign trail that make for some satirical fun and humorous spots. But more is expected from Oscar winners.

Perhaps Clooney, who originally had been slated to play Bullock’s character, would have been better starring in the film than producing it.

Thornton, using his Southern drawl much like he did in a similar role in 1998’s “Primary Colors,” comes across as a savvy salesman pitching Victor as the country’s next leader. Bullock’s Bodine, however, is ruthless, which makes her hard to like. She doesn’t really know her candidate, could care less about speaking Spanish and is so hell-bent on beating Candy that the audience doesn’t realize Bodine’s good qualities until it’s too late.

By then, this “Crisis” is over.

(Warner Bros.)

‘Truth’ is an art film posing as a cause movie TRUTH (R) 2 1/2HHHH out of 4 stars

By Michael Clark Movie Critic

In the history of news reporting, few events have come with the level of flat-out unprofessionalism and blind naiveté as the one depicted in “Truth.”

Truth takes place barely a decade ago in an age (that continues to this day and hopefully beyond) where every word spoken by a “witness” and every pertinent document was scrutinized to the ninth degree. A whole lot of seasoned professionals collectively dropped the ball on one of the biggest non-stories in the history of broadcast journalism. So bad was it that it effectively ruined the careers of everyone involved.

The event in question was the reporting by CBS News of the questionable service record of then president George W. Bush while he was a member of the National Guard during the Vietnam War. After receiving a tip and supposed classified documents from a surface-credible

source, longtime “60 Minutes” producer Mary Mapes (Cate Blanchett) enthusiastically pitched the story to her supervisors and mentor Dan Rather (Robert Redford).

As this was taking place during an election year with Bush’s possible re-election hanging in the balance, the stakes were high and the story might have changed the course of history. Everyone involved was brimming with unbridled enthusiasm and fervor. This could turn out to be the next Watergate and also serve (through the eyes of some members of media) as “payback” for the “stolen” election of 2000.

Rookie feature director James Vanderbilt (whose screenplay was based on the book written by Mapes) gets a lot of stuff right here. His style borders on documentarian and his choice to include text with times and dates work well to his advantage.

Starting and concluding in a whisper of time, the events depicted in the film feel slightly longer, but Vanderbilt paces everything very well; we never get the sense he’s rushing things or padding particular events for dramatic

Above, Cate Blanchett, left, plays Mary Mapes and Robert Redford plays Dan Rather in “Truth.” At left, Natalie Saleeba, left, plays Mary Murphy and David Lyons plays Josh Howard. (Special Photos, Courtesy of Sony Pictures Classics)

effect or extension. That’s not the problem.

Note: we’ll now be switching over to “Inside Baseball” mode for a bit.

The crux of the story within a story here is that an entire network (acknowledged by everyone in the industry as leaning to the left) set out to bring down a sitting Republican president for actions that may or may not have taken place decades earlier.

What one needs to consider is that with all of the talent involved (Oscar winners Blanchett and Redford and

the rest of the A-list supporting cast), not a single A+ studio in Hollywood wanted to get near this film. The burden of finance fell on 12 or so producers (all of them big industry players) to bankroll it and it is being released via “platform” (large markets first, smaller markets IF there is a sign it might do well).

So far, it hasn’t. This is not a problem from a prestige perspective. Many low visibility films such as this do well inasmuch as they garner cult followings and/or receive awards consideration.

What kills “Truth” from the get-go — and it’s painful to type this — is the casting of Redford as Rather. While Rather is more or less a supporting player in the movie, it is Redford’s name that’s being used to sell the film and it is, to put it bluntly, highly misleading and disingenuous.

Redford not only doesn’t remotely look or sound anything like Rather, the filmmakers and Redford make no attempt to make the character come off as anywhere near authentic.

With the exception of one

scene late in the third act via hair dye, Rather is portrayed as a blonde without any hint of Rather’s native Texas accent.

Exit “Inside Baseball.”

If mainstream Hollywood (again, recognized as left leaning) passed on this film despite the juicy subject matter and notable cast, it could be because of one of a few things. Either it wasn’t good enough, not market worthy to the movie-going public or couldn’t hold narrative water. None of these scenarios is good and all are applicable.

“Truth” is an art film posing as a cause movie with a “10 minutes ago” premise.

Does anyone care that Dan Rather lost his job? No. Does anyone care that the story was a bunch a hot air with a misguided liberal attempt at retribution? No. If anything the film makes the mainstream press look patently desperate, misinformed and, worse, amateurish. The only purpose the film serves is to make Blanchett a (very deserving) candidate for a Best Lead Actress Oscar next February.

(Sony Classics)

‘Room’ a ground-breaking film with unsavory subject matter ROOM (R) HHHH

of anything past the 10-minute mark of the two-hour running time would result in spoilers.

By Michael Clark For an unknown amount Movie Critic of time and for yet unknown reasons, Joy (Brie Larson) Based on the novel by lives in a 10-by-10 room (a Emily Donoghue of the revamped tool shed) with her same name, “Room” is the son Jack (Jacob Tremblay). exact kind of “meaningThe room has electricity, ful” film we get every fall running water, space for a by the dozens. It’s written table and bed and they never and directed well, acted to go hungry. There are no side pieces, is sure to receive windows but the room does awards consideration and is have a sky window which not entertaining as much as it serves as an inanimate secis tragically enlightening. ondary character.

Most people will not like Jack sleeps in a converted it as it deals with unsavory closet, calls Joy Ma and — subject matter and even its from what we can see — is small servings of upbeat relatively well-adjusted. He come with often tainted has an imaginary pet dog, consequences. plays with modest toys, If portions of this review watches (not too much) TV seem purposefully vague, and is obviously very smart. please keep in mind this The only thing that appears is being done on purpose. to be kind of out place is his Going into any kind of detail long hair that — combined

with his angelic features — makes him look like a girl.

Jack has never ventured outside of his home, so the room is his entire universe and he’s OK with it. Rightly realizing her principal concern is Jack’s welfare and state of mind, Joy speaks to her son with “soft” language while taking on additional positions as his educator and best friend. This may sound normal; to some degree (if done right) every mother is also their child’s teacher and companion, but as we are soon to find out, what Joy is doing requires levels of patience and strength most people are incapable of ever realizing, much less considering.

Jack’s fifth birthday comes with a change on Joy’s part as to her attitude and approach to him in general and their unique situation specifically. Going from soft to

semi-firm with her verbiage, Joy gives Jack a Cliffs Notes version of their real past and expects him to absorb it, which he does, reluctantly.

The second half of the movie takes place outside of the room, brings in additional human characters and plays out — if not like an entirely different movie — perhaps a sequel. In any other situation, this would not be good but director Lenny Abrahamson and screenwriter Emma Donoghue (adapting her book) collaborated on a brilliant bridge scene that ties the two halves together and also serves as the story’s most harrowing and gut-wrenching passage.

“Room” is the 10th movie in four years for Larson, and not only are all of the other nine good (or excellent), they vary greatly in tone and genre. She rarely plays the

same character type twice and has an uncanny eye for choosing eclectic, quality material. A beautiful woman by most standards, Larson also isn’t afraid to play plain Jane types. The make-up for her character in “Room” also includes prosthetic acne.

“Room” firmly establishes Larson’s position as a topshelf actress and an Oscar nomination for her work in this film is all but a lock. Not bad for someone who started out doing bad episodic TV and singing teen angst pop songs.

While the Academy will have no trouble in recognizing Larsen, they’ll be stymied when it comes to Tremblay. Also fully deserving of an Oscar nomination, the expected notice for Tremblay would be in the supporting category for the only reason that he is a child. Tremblay has more

screen time than Larson, so shouldn’t he be considered the movie’s lead male actor?

What Tremblay does in this film — and given that he is of kindergarten age — is nothing less than astonishing. Not to discount Larson’s work, but he carries the movie (one that a child should never see) and one that is firmly entrenched in art-house territory. That’s an amazing accomplishment by anyone’s yard stick and if the Academy decides they would like to recognize his efforts, they should do so in the appropriate lead category.

“Room” is a great film and also breaks new moral, legal, ethical and storytelling ground. If you don’t mind unpleasant content and are open to realistic, believable stories with a possible bittersweet ending, it will more than deliver the goods. (A24)

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“Poltergeist” (1982) A “Dominion: Prequel to suburban couple’s little girl the Exorcist” (2005) While is drawn from her bedroom visiting an excavation site into a nightmarish other in Kenya, a former priest dimension — ABC FAMsees signs of demonic pos- ILY at 12:30 p.m. session — CINEMAX at “Homicidal” (1961) A 8:15 a.m. bride pays a man to wed “A Nightmare on Elm her, stabs the justice of the Street” (1984) Freddy peace, then heads for a Krueger, a badly burned mansion inhabited by oddboogeyman with razors on balls — TCM at 1:15 p.m. his glove, haunts and kills “Blade II” (2002) Blade teens in their dreams — forms an alliance with a IFC at 9:15 a.m. band of hardened enemies “The Exorcist” (1973) in order to battle powerful An actress calls upon vampires — SYFY at 1:30 Jesuit priests to try to end p.m. the demonic possession of “Annabelle” (2014) her 12-year-old daughter — Members of a satanic cult BBC-A at 10:30 a.m. invade the home of a man “The Final Destinaand his pregnant wife and tion” (2009) A horrifying turn a vintage doll into a premonition saves a young conduit for ultimate evil — man and his friends from CINEMAX at 1:50 p.m. death during a racetrack “Halloween: Resurrecaccident, but terrible fates tion” (2002) Internet users await them nonetheless — watch six collegians as they

spend the night in Michael Myers’ childhood home — AMC at 2:30 p.m.

“Cujo” (1983) Bitten by a rabid bat, a huge dog traps a Maine woman and her young son in their Ford Pinto — SUND at 2:30 p.m.

“The Tingler” (1959) A pathologist discovers that people die of fright because of an organism on the spinal cord — TCM at 3 p.m.

“Pet Sematary” (1989) A family’s life in smalltown Maine is shattered by the evil unleashed from an ancient American Indian burial ground — SUND at 4:30 p.m.

“House of Wax” (1953) A fire-scarred sculptor uses horrible methods to restore the marvelous wax creations his crippled hands cannot. TCM at 4:30 p.m.

“The Nightmare Before Christmas” (1993) Ani-

mated. The Pumpkin King gives the yuletide season a touch of Halloween in an animated tale from the mind of Tim Burton — ABC FAMILY at 5:30 p.m.

“Halloween H2O: 20 Years Later” (1998) In hiding for two decades, a traumatized woman learns her murderous brother has returned for her — CINEMAX at 5:15 p.m.

“The Devil’s Bride” (1968) A 1920s duke and his friends form a pentagram to ward off a satanist — TCM at 6:15 p.m.

“Halloween II” (1981) A killer follows his injured target to the hospital on Oct. 31 in Haddonfield, Ill — AMC at 6:30 p.m.

“The Shining” (1980) A writer goes mad while serving as caretaker with his wife and clairvoyant son at a snowbound Colorado hotel — SUND at 6:30 p.m.

“Fright Night” (1985) The host of a late-night TV horror show believes a teen’s next-door neighbor is a vampire — ENCORE at 7:10 p.m.

“A Nightmare on Elm Street” (1984) Freddy Krueger, a badly burned boogeyman with razors on his glove, haunts and kills teens in their dreams — IFC at 7:30 p.m.

“The Picture of Dorian Gray” (1945) Corrupted by a lord, Oscar Wilde’s London aristocrat stays young, but his portrait begins to age — TCM at 8 p.m.

“The Lost Boys” (1987) A woman and her sons move to a coastal California town full of teenage vampire punks — VH1 at 8 p.m.

“The Conjuring” (2013) Paranormal investigators Lorraine and Ed Warren confront a powerful demonic entity when they try

to help parents and children being terrorized in their secluded farmhouse — SYFY at 9 p.m.

“Halloween” (2007) A psychiatrist follows an escaped psychopath’s blood-soaked trail back to his hometown — IFC at 9:30 p.m.

“Curse of the Demon” (1957) In England a U.S. psychologist seeks to return a doctor’s ancient deathcurse scripted on parchment — TCM at 10 p.m.

“From Dusk Till Dawn” (1996) Desperado brothers kidnap a preacher and his kids, commandeer their RV and wind up in a Mexican strip joint where vampires lurk — VH1 at 10:30 p.m.

“Sleepy Hollow” (1999) A Colonial-era constable probes a series of grisly decapitations in an upstate New York hamlet — ABC FAMILY at 11:30 p.m.

TV shows offer variety of special episodes on Halloween Your TV Link “The Fairly OddParents” Timmy wishes that everyone’s Halloween costumes were real and scary — Nick at 7 a.m.

“Power Rangers Dino Charge” When a monster kidnaps a Ranger and takes on their appearance during a Halloween party — Nick at noon “Jessie” The Ross kids become concerned that history is repeating itself after a scary old doorman tells them a building legend about a nanny who did something terrible to the kids in her care on Halloween — Disney at 12:30 p.m.

“Halloween Baking Championship” The final four bakers bake it out in a haunted house cake battle — Food at 1 p.m.

“Halloween Wars” For the final battle, two teams

made up of an expert pumpkin carver, cake decorator, and sugar artist must create terrifying and scream-worthy displays of an undead dinner party — Food at 2 p.m.

“The Real Story of Halloween” All hallows Eve remains a time for people to consider their own mortality, from its roots as a pagan holiday honoring departed souls to modern traditions of breaking rules, pushing boundaries and wearing disguises — History at 3 p.m.

“Austin & Ally” Austin’s new record label owner, Jimmy Starr, invites him to perform at the Starr Records Halloween party, where he will perform a duet with famous musician to Ally’s new song. — Disney 3:30 p.m.

“The Amazing World of Gumball” Against Darwin’s advice, Gumball refuses to forward a scare email, bring-

ing down a curse on the whole family — Cartoon at 3:45 p.m.

“Teen Titans Go!” Raven tries to return the spirit of Halloween to the holiday — Cartoon at 4:15 p.m.

“Halloween Sweets Unwrapped” Host Marc Summers goes door to door searching for frighteningly fun Halloween sweets — Cook at 5 p.m.

“NCIS” The NCIS team investigates when a Marine is attacked in his home and his daughter is kidnapped on Halloween — USA at 5 p.m.

“Haunted Thundermans” The Thundermans travel to New Orleans to help the Hathaways and the Prestons when a super villain escapes Ghost World on Halloween — Nick at 5:30 p.m.

“I Didn’t Do It” Logan and Delia go to New York

for a presentation as Marie Antionette and Albert Einstein and run into familiar faces at New York’s biggest Halloween party — Disney at 6:30 p.m.

“Halloween Wars” Teams made up of pumpkin carvers, cake decorators and sugar artists battle to create Halloween-themed displays depicting a zombie prom — Cook at 7 p.m.

“Austin & Ally” The group is inspired to tell their own scary stories after attending the Central Park Spooktacular in New York — Disney at 7 p.m.

“Regular Show” While en route to visit Muscle Man’s mother, the guys tell scary stories to keep Muscle Man from falling asleep — Cartoon at 7:30 p.m.

“Liv and Maddie” Maddie and Willow join in on the Senior Scare, in which high school seniors scare

middle school students — Disney at 7:30 p.m.

“Best Friends” Whenever Cyd and Shelby teleport to New York for the Central Park Spooktacular and end up trapped in a haunted house with some familiar faces — Disney at 8 p.m.

“Henry Danger When Jasper” dresses as Kid Danger for Halloween, a case of mistaken identity causes the real Kid Danger and Captain Man to come to his rescue — Nick at 8 p.m.

“NCIS” DiNozzo’s latest fling leads to an interesting Halloween — USA at 8 p.m.

“King of the Hill” Hank’s revenge against another parent (voice of Sally Field) almost ruins Halloween when it is seen as a cult activity — Cartoon at 9 p.m.

“K.C. Undercover” Ernie and Judy travel to New York during the Central Park Spooktacular to catch an evil

wolf serum — Disney at 9 p.m.

“100 Things to Do Before High School” CJ is determined to end Principal Hader’s dislike of Halloween in time to rescue the school’s canceled Halloween festivities — Nick at 9 p.m.

“Jessie” Stuart tells the Ross kids about a ghost named Abigail while trickor-treating — Disney at 9:30 p.m.

“Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn” The Quads and their parents are all excited for the Halloween dance — Nick at 9:30 p.m.

“The Cleveland Show” Cleveland Jr. cannot go trick-or-treating because his father thinks he is too old — Cartoon at 10 p.m.

“Pawn Stars” Corey and Chumlee try to pull off the perfect duo Halloween costume — History at 11:03 p.m.

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