January 31, 2020 — Gwinnett Daily Post

A4 ♦ Friday, January 31, 2020 ♦ gwinnettdailypost.com COLUMNIST I KEITH ROACH

WEATHER WATCH

Alcohol is a contributor to inflamed esophagus

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EAR DR. ROACH: My brother is 65 years old and was spitting up when eating. He went for an endoscopy yesterday and was diagnosed with Grade 3 esophagitis.

He has been drinking five glasses of wine daily for years.

Roach Did this cause his problem? He said he will stop drinking wine and drink some other, less acidic alcohol. What is esophagitis and what can he do to get better?

— G.G. ANSWER: Esophagitis is inflammation of the esophagus, which has many possible causes. The most likely cause, just from total numbers, is reflux esophagitis. That is caused by stomach contents and acid going backward from the stomach into the esophagus. The acid causes chemical damage to the esophagus. The fact that your brother has been “spitting up” — that is, having food contents coming all the way back to the mouth — is strong evidence of esophageal reflux.

Alcohol is a major risk factor for gastroesophageal reflux disease, also called GERD. Alcohol weakens the muscle strength of the lower esophageal sphincter, a muscle between the esophagus and the stomach that acts as a valve preventing food and acid from going backward. Alcohol itself can also damage the esophagus; however, spirits are more likely to do this than wine or beer. Alcohol may also affect the nerves in the esophagus and stomach, keeping them from working properly. It’s the alcohol, not the acid, that generally makes GERD worse, so changing to spirits may actually worsen his condition.

Grade 3 esophagitis is fairly severe (grade 4 is the worst).

It’s possible that the doctor performing the endoscopy took biopsies, which would be important to be sure he doesn’t have a less-common cause of esophagitis, such as eosinophilic esophagitis, which appears to be immune-mediated.

Five glasses of wine a day is too much for many body systems. He needs to reduce his drinking for his health. I suspect reducing alcohol will help his esophagitis, but it is critical for many other organs, including the liver, brain, bone marrow and heart.

DEAR DR. ROACH: Other than the traditional “BRAT” diet for occasional bouts of diarrhea, is there any OTC medication that you feel works the fastest/most effectively?

— A.J. ANSWER: Nearly everyone has occasional bouts of diarrhea. Most of the time, these are self-limiting and don’t require treatment. However, the traditional BRAT diet — bananas, (white) rice, (peeled) apples and (white) toast — is an effective diet change to help the gut. In more severe cases, I recommend a clear liquid diet for 24 hours to allow the gut to heal, being sure to get in enough fluid, sugar and sodium. Chicken or vegetable broth and apple juice are traditional for this, but scientifically formulated oral rehydration solutions are available.

When medication is called for, loperamide 2 mg (Imodium) is my first choice. This should not be used in the presence of bloody diarrhea or fever: Please see your doctor in those situations.

I occasionally see someone take so much loperamide that they become constipated, and then reach for a medication to help with that. Don’t get caught in that vicious cycle. Go easy on the loperamide (i.e., one or two tablets to start, then at most one more after each loose bowel movement, never to exceed eight tablets a day, and never exceeding two days of treatment).

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TODAY IN HISTORY TODAY’S HISTORY: in 1606, guy Fawkes was executed for his role in the gunpowder plot in Britain. in 1958, explorer 1 was launched, marking the first successful launch of an american satellite into orbit. in 1968, the north Vietnamese tet offensive began in south Vietnam. in 2010, James cameron’s “avatar” became the first film to reach a worldwide gross of $2 billion.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS: Franz schubert (1797-1828), composer; John o’Hara (19051970), author; Jackie robinson (1919-1972), baseball player; carol channing (19212019), actress; norman mailer (1923-2007), author/journalist; ernie Banks (1931-2015), baseball player; Jonathan Banks (1947- ), actor; nolan ryan (1947- ), baseball player; minnie driver (1970- ), actress; portia de

rossi (1973- ), actress; Justin timberlake (1981- ), singer-songwriter; marcus mumford (1987- ), singer-songwriter.

TODAY’S FACT: the toyota corolla is the best-selling car of all time, with 43 million units sold since its debut in 1966.

TODAY’S SPORTS: in 1999, Hall of Fame quarterback John elway won his second consecutive super Bowl and the final game of his nFl playing career, leading the denver Broncos to a 34-19 victory over the atlanta Falcons in super Bowl XXXiii. elway was also selected as the game’s mVp. TODAY’S QUOTE: “ultimately a hero is a man who would argue with the gods, and so awakens devils to contest his vision. the more a man can achieve, the more he may be certain that the devil will inhabit a part of his creation.” -- norman mailer, “the presidential papers”

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COLUMNIST I AMY DICKINSON

Mom wants to celebrate son’s success

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EAR AMY: My son had a rocky start to high school, including participating in an event that led to juvenile detention and community service.

He went above and beyond his community service, spending more than the required hours scooping poop at a horse facility that serves handicapped children.

He has turned his life around, and while still doing dumb 17-year-old stuff, it looks like he will graduate on time. He has pre-enlisted in the Marines.

I want very much to announce his graduation to his attorney, therapist, probation officers and others who were part of his rocky start.

I REALLY don’t want this to appear as a gift request, but I want to acknowledge those that made the event possible.

Can you suggest verbiage to convey that gifts are not required, but thank those professionals that made his success possible?

— My Son’s Mom DEAR MOM: Wow, don’t overthink this. You should approach this as a thank you message, conveying: “all hail and hallelujah, it looks like this young man will cross the finish line!”

Reach out to each of these people with a note (or email), acknowledging their efforts and compassion toward your

son. Tell them that you are so grateful that “the system” worked for this one young man.

If you send Dickinson a written note, send a copy to their supervisor. If you send an email, forward it to the supervisor.

Let them know: “You do a very tough job. I hope you will be gratified to learn that my son has completed his community service, has gone above and beyond in recognizing the impact of his actions on others, and seems to have turned his life around.

He never would have gotten there without your efforts, and we are so grateful. I’m very proud to tell you that he will be graduating on time (fingers crossed) and has pre-enlisted in the Marine Corps.”

If your son would like to follow up with a printed graduation announcement with his hand-written: “I made it! Thank you!” on the card, I guarantee it will be posted in the break room.

No one will think you are trolling for gifts.

DEAR AMY: I have coached a college athletic team at a very large university for over three decades.

In recent years it has become common for students to interject the phrase, “Thank you for understanding” when

corresponding with me via email regarding conflicts with our practice schedule.

I have found myself getting more irritated when this phrase is used. These kids seem to assume that I DO understand their situation, which is often not the case.

I also interpret it as potentially meaning: “I’m doing this whether you like it or not, so you should accept it and excuse it.”

Am I being too sensitive about this? Were I to respond or write a coach, professor, employer, etc., when I was younger, I would have phrased it, “I hope you can understand and forgive my absence.”

Is it a generational thing where the student is being respectful, but due to my own interpretations I am taking it disrespectfully?

— I Don’t Understand DEAR I DON’T: What these students are doing is to assume and express the privilege of people who don’t believe they have to ask permission, but need only to thank you for understanding that they are following a certain course of action.

They are telling you what they are doing. They are giving you notice of their scheduling conflict, and you are to accept without question that they have other plans.

At the beginning of your season, you could try to train

them to perhaps behave differently toward you. Tell them, “In case of a conflict, I expect you to contact me in advance and ask if you can be relieved or excused from training that day. Your schoolwork comes first. Things happen. I understand that conflicts arise, but if I don’t excuse you from practice, then consider yourself not excused. Got it? Thank you for understanding.”

DEAR AMY: Your alarmed response to the question from “Newlywed” was truly bizarre. Her husband was being possessive.

They worked together, and he wanted to continue to work with her. He didn’t want to go to work without her and didn’t want her to change jobs.

Maybe this guy just really loves his wife! Your answer suggested that he was some kind of monster!

— Upset DEAR UPSET: I genuinely hope I was overreacting to this. But where you saw devotion, I saw control.

Control and possessiveness are not love.

You can contact Amy Dickinson via email: ASKAMY@amydickinson. com. Readers may send postal mail to Ask Amy, P.O. Box 194, Freeville, NY 13068.

You can also follow her on Twitter @askingamy or “like” her on Facebook.

Aggressive action is OK, but impulsive action is not.

Choose your strategy for practical, not emotional, reasons.

Consider starting a new chapter that has the potential to fulfill your dreams. Put your time and effort into something you believe in and can see yourself doing for the rest of your life.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Your intellect will help you win. Great ideas coupled with speed and accuracy will dazzle everyone you encounter. If you set up meetings and attend networking functions, you’ll discover valuable information.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) — A big decision will be easy if you follow your heart.

You have more options than you realize. Happiness is up to you and is within reach.

Use your creative imagination.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) — Don’t gamble or let someone bully you into taking on responsibilities that don’t belong to you. Your time is valuable and is best used to help you get ahead.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) — Personal information will elude you. Do your due diligence before you get involved in something that may pose a problem. Make a domestic adjustment that will ease stress.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) — Get involved in something that allows you to use your skills. Your first concern should be to boost your confidence and to surround yourself with supportive people.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) — Handle personal situations with care. Being a martyr will not bring you peace of mind or the happiness you deserve.

Put more time into love, romance and enjoying life.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) — Pleasure should be on your mind. Follow the direction that leads to satisfaction and fulfillment. Participate in events that offer stimulating conversations with people who share your beliefs, interests and concerns.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Someone may lean on you for assistance. Offer suggestions, but don’t take charge and do the work yourself. You have to be more selective in where and how you spend your time and money.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Refuse to get bogged down with other people’s problems.

You owe it to yourself to put your responsibilities and goals first. Use your intellect, choose your words wisely and carry on with your plans.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Secret matters may intrigue you, but don’t get mixed up in someone else’s business. Align yourself with people who are working toward a similar goal or who share your beliefs. Romance is featured.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23Dec. 21) — Use your head when it comes to emotional matters or dealing with relationship issues. The truth matters, and lying should not be acceptable. When in doubt, ask questions.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Stay on top of your responsibilities. Honor the promises you make. Initiate plans with a loved one. Turn today into one of accomplishment and fond memories.

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WORLD & NATION

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WHO officially declares coronavirus a global public health emergency The World Health Organization has declared the novel coronavirus outbreak a public health emergency of international concern, after an emergency committee reconvened Thursday in Geneva.

Last week, the organization said the virus did not yet constitute the emergency declaration. But with rising numbers and evidence of person-to-person transmission in a handful of cases outside of China, WHO leadership called the committee back together over concerns of a larger outbreak down the line.

“The main reason for this declaration is not because of what is happening in China, but because of what is happening in other countries,” WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on Thursday. “Our greatest concern is the potential for the virus to spread to countries with weaker health systems, and which are ill-prepared to deal with it.”

US farm bankruptcies jump 20% in 2019 despite Trump’s bailout

By Katie Lobosco and Vanessa Yurkevich CNN

U.S. farm bankruptcies were up 20% in 2019, despite the billions of dollars in aid President Donald Trump has paid to farmers hurt by the trade war with China.

That’s the highest level since 2011, following the Great Recession, according to court data analyzed by the American Farm Bureau.

There were 595 Chapter 12 family farm bankruptcies, nearly 100 more than in 2018, the trade group said.

Trump’s trade wars created a lot of uncertainty about markets. Negotiations with Canada and Mexico — two of U.S. farmers’ biggest export markets — over the rewrite of the North American Free Trade Agreement went on for more than two years.

China retaliated to Trump’s tariffs with duties on a range of American farm goods. As a result, exports of soybeans 7,000 held on cruise to China nearly stopped for ship in Italy as global about a year. Prices plunged and a record number of soyfears spread over beans to piled up in storage. coronavirus To make up for some of those losses, and shore up Thousands of people were political support, Trump has held on a cruise ship in Italy allocated a $28 billion aid on Thursday and Russia closed off its borders with China as global fears continued to grow NATION over the rapidly spreading Wuhan coronavirus.

Justice Department The number of cases of the virus, which has killed lawyer says House can at least 170 people, shot up impeach a president to more than 8,100 in mainland China alone by Thurs- over defied subpoenas day evening.

A Justice Department lawWhile the virus originated yer said Thursday in fedin the Chinese city of Wu- eral court that the House han in December, there are can impeach a president now more than 100 cases over ignored subpoenas, a in 20 other countries and noted contrast to what lawterritories spanning Asia, yers for President Donald North America, Europe and Trump are arguing at his the Middle East. India and Senate impeachment trial the Philippines were the latthis week. est to confirm the virus had Asked by a federal judge reached their shores. what the House can do Most concerning are into enforce its subpoenas, stances of human-to-huJustice Department lawman transmission overseas, yer James Burnham said including in Germany, the without hesitation that the first such case in Europe.

House can use its impeachOn Thursday, 7,000 peoment powers, among other ple were confined to a cruise options, like withholding ship in a port near Rome as appropriations. a couple was being tested for the virus. Six thousand people on board were pas- First case of person-tosengers and around another person Wuhan virus thousand were crew members. transmission in US has

Europe wants one charger that works for every device Europe wants one charger to rule them all.

The European Parliament on Thursday overwhelmingly passed a resolution calling on the bloc’s executive branch to “urgently” force tech companies to use just one type of charger.

Lawmakers are asking for a common charger that can be used across different brands and types of devices including mobile phones, tablets and e-book readers.

The resolution also calls on EU policymakers to explore ways to increase the number of cables and chargers that are recycled, and to ensure that customers are not required to buy a charger with each new device.

— From wire reports

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Farmer Mark Catterton drives a John Deere Harvester while harvesting soybeans during his fall harvest in Owings, Maryland, in October 2018. U.S. farm bankruptcies were up 20% in 2019, despite the billions of dollars in aid President Donald Trump has paid to farmers hurt by the trade war with China. package for farmers over the past two years. Most of that money was paid to farmers directly, and about $4 billion was used to purchase surplus food for food banks and given to groups that promote agricultural aid.

The aid payments boosted farm income, which was projected to be up 10% in 2019.

It would have shrunk without the subsidies.

But many farmers say they would rather have strong trade than aid payments, but the money has helped fill in the gap during a rough two years. Aside from the trade wars, last year’s wet weather

made planting season tough.

And many American farmers have for years been facing low prices for their commodities, including dairy, corn and soybeans.

Wisconsin, long known as America’s Dairyland, saw the most bankruptcy filings last year. Not every closing farm files for bankruptcy, suggesting that the number of farms going out of business could be even higher.

“This loss of farms and this number of farm bankruptcies is deeply disturbing, and completely predictable,” said Kara O’Connor, government relations director at the

Wisconsin Farmers Union.

She blamed overproduction, farm policy, and low prices.

“The trade wars were salt in an existing wound,” she said, adding that new trade deals aren’t going to save them.

Yet many farmers are optimistic about future economic conditions, according to a Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer survey in December.

Congress recently passed the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement, which ensures that most agricultural products will remain tarifffree when traded within the region.

excluding volatile components like food and energy.

In the final quarter of last year, the economy grew at an annualized rate of 2.1%, in line with the consensus forecasts of economists polled by Refinitiv, and matched the growth rate of the third quarter.

The economy’s growth slowed throughout 2019. Although the first three months of the year pushed ahead with more than 3% annualized growth, the year’s remainFabrice coffrini/aFp/getty images ing three quarters were all A Justice Department lawyer said in federal court that the around the 2% mark.

House can impeach a president over ignored subpoenas, a Economic indicators are noted contrast to what lawyers for President Donald Trump pointing at opposing directions for future growth. are arguing at his Senate impeachment trial this week.

comes available,” she said.

The husband, a Chicago resident in his 60s, is the second confirmed case of the virus in the state.

The woman, who is in her 60s, is the first confirmed travel-associated case in Illinois and was diagnosed after returning from Wuhan, China, where the outbreak originated. She is “doing quite well” and remains hospitalbeen confirmed ized primarily for isolation, The husband of an Illinois doctors told reporters during woman with Wuhan corona- a telebriefing with reporters virus is now infected with the on Thursday. illness, and is the first confirmed case of person-to-per- Three attorneys general son transmission of the virus sue to have Equal in the United States, the U.S. Rights Amendment Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced added to Constitution on Thursday.

Three attorneys general of “I want to emphasize that the risk of this novel coro- states that recently ratified navirus to the general public the Equal Rights Amendin Illinois remains low,” Dr. ment are suing to have the Ngozi Ezike, director of the amendment added to the Illinois Department of Public Constitution, challenging a Health, said in a written state- Justice Department opinion ment on Thursday. She added that the deadline for passage that local, state and federal expired decades ago.

In a complaint filed Thurshealth officials are working to identify people who have day, the attorneys general had close contact with the case of Virginia, Illinois and Nein order to minimize further vada are asking the U.S. District Court in Washington, spread of the virus.

“We will continue to keep D.C., to force the archivist the public fully informed as of the United States, who additional information be- administers the ratification

process, to “carry out his White House to statutory duty of recognizpropose maintaining ing the complete and final adoption” of the ERA as the Ukraine aid after first 28th Amendment to the Conweighing massive cut stitution. The ERA would ban discrimination on the The White House will probasis of sex and guarantee pose keeping security assisequality for women under tance for Ukraine at current the Constitution. levels when it releases its budget next week after iniAmerica’s economy tially considering a massive grew at weakest pace cut to the program, according to multiple people familiar since Trump took office with the discussions.

A spokesperson for the The U.S. economy in 2019 Office of Management and grew at its slowest pace in Budget confirmed Thursthree years, according to pre- day that the funding levels liminary data from the Com- will remain the same afmerce Department. ter CNN and other outlets The economy expanded by reached out about talks of 2.3% last year, its lowest lev- proposed cuts. el since 2016, when growth The administration was stood at 1.6%. planning to propose dropThe economy under Presi- ping the State Department dent Donald Trump has been Foreign Military Financing consistently strong but not level to roughly the same level electric. In its best year, 2018, as its past budget proposals the economy expanded at a of $20 million, according to 2.9% clip. In 2017, it grew two people familiar with the by 2.4%. discussions. That would be The dropoff in 2019 was be- far below the enacted level cause personal consumption of $115 million, which has expenditures and exports fell, strong bipartisan support according to the Commerce on Capitol Hill. The White Department. The Personal House will release its 2021 Consumption Expenditure budget request on Feb. 10.

Index, which measures goods Those plans were dropped and services consumed by in- Thursday without explanation. dividuals, rose 1.6% last year, — From wire reports

PEOPLE

Jennifer Lopez and Shakira will honor Kobe Bryant in Super Bowl halftime show The Super Bowl LIV halftime show promises more songs than ever, more dancers on stage than ever, and a tribute to Kobe Bryant.

During a Miami press conference Thursday, Jennifer Lopez and Shakira discussed some of what they have planned for Sunday’s 12-minute performance, during what is officially known as the Pepsi Super Bowl LIV Halftime Show.

Lopez said there will be a “heartfelt” moment when someone asked whether she would be honoring Bryant, who died last Sunday in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, California.

“We’ll all be remembering Kobe on Sunday and celebrating life and diversity in this country,” Shakira added. “I’m sure he’d be very proud to see the message we are trying to convey on stage that day.”

Michael Strahan talks tensions with Kelly Ripa Michael Strahan wants to make it perfectly clear how he feels about Kelly Ripa.

“I don’t hate her. I do respect her for what she can do at her job,” he told the New York Times Magazine in a recently published interview.

“I cannot say enough about how good she is at her job.”

Not that there weren’t tensions.

Strahan famously left their daytime talk show “Live! with Kelly and Michael” in 2016 for a gig with “Good Morning America.” Ripa complained she was the last to know about his planned departure.

Now the former NFL player turned TV host is talking a bit about what he joked was an “experience.”

“I learned so much from Kelly, so much from Michael Gelman (the show’s longtime executive producer),” Strahan said. “When it was time to go, it was time to go.

Certain things that were going on behind the scenes just caught up.”

Ellen DeGeneres and Alicia Keys present $20,000 scholarship to Texas teen Ellen DeGeneres and Alicia Keys are lending support to a Texas teenager who was told that he won’t get to walk at graduation if he doesn’t cut his dreadlocks.

The singer presented DeAndre Arnold with a check for $20,000 to go toward his college education when he appeared on “The Ellen Show” Wednesday.

“I’m super proud of you for doing what you know is right,” Keys said. “I know the school needs to do the right thing.”

Arnold, 18, is a senior at Barbers Hill High School in Mont Belvieu, Texas, east of Houston, but he hasn’t been to school for several days.

Just before the start of winter break in December, the Barbers Hill Independent School District, which Arnold’s high school is a part of, told his family that if he didn’t cut his dreadlocks he would be barred from walking at graduation.

— From wire reports

Dog owner bought $6M Super Bowl ad for veterinary school that saved pet’s life

By Leah Asmelash CNN

While tuned into the Super Bowl this Sunday, you might see an ad for veterinary research featuring a very, very good boy.

That’s Scout, and here’s his story.

David MacNeil, CEO of car accessory manufacturer WeatherTech, found out that his golden retriever — Scout — had a tumor on his heart last summer. The 7-yearold dog was diagnosed with cancer in his blood vessel walls, CNN affiliate WMTV reported, and had a 1% chance of survival.

“There he was in this little room, standing in the corner,” MacNeil told WMTV. “He’s wagging his tail at me. I’m like, ‘I’m

MUST READ not putting that dog down. There’s just absolutely no way.’”

So MacNeil took Scout to the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine, where the team put him through chemotherapy and radiation to attack his tumor.

Now, that tumor is almost gone.

MacNeil was so happy about the result, he wanted to let everyone know — and raise awareness about cancer in dogs.

So, the CEO bought a $6 million advertisement that’s set to air during the Super Bowl.

The 30-second ad features Scout going through treatment and running through the

WeatherTech facilities. At the end, viewers are shown a link where they can donate to UW’s veterinary school.

When asked by WMTV why he didn’t donate money directly to the school, MacNeil said he wants viewers to show their support through donations.

Mark Markel, dean of the School of Veterinary Medicine, praised the advertisement.

“This is an amazing opportunity not only for the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the School of Veterinary Medicine, but for veterinary medicine worldwide,” Markel told WMTV. “We’re thrilled to share with weathertech Super Bowl viewers how our profession The advertisement features Scout, the canbenefits beloved animals like Scout and cer-beating dog. helps people, too.”

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SHOWCASE From A1

staff photo: taylor denman

Alfred Hernandez helps sort books for Gwinnett Coalition on Thursday at Gwinnett County Jail.

VETS From A1 this is going to help out to the community, to the kids,” English said.

That passion for reading led him to volunteer to sort book donations for Gwinnett Coalition’s G.R.E.A.T. Little Minds book exchange project. Members of “The Barracks” unit sorted roughly 5,000 books into individual stacks of 50 to be placed in book exchanges when they are eventually installed throughout Gwinnett County.

Last month, off-duty deputies loaded and transported more than 2,000 pounds of donated books for G.R.E.A.T. Little Minds to Gwinnett County Jail.

Katie Gill, G.R.E.A.T. Little Minds Program Director said Wednesday’s volunteer opportunity for The Barracks is an example of a potentially ongoing partnership between the Gwinnett Coalition and the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office.

“The partnership came around because this would be a good community service project for (inmates) to volunteer for,” Gill said.

Through community volunteers and partnerships with Gwinnett County Public Schools, Gwinnett Coalition has built 148 exchanges and decorated about 100.

Gill said G.R.E.A.T. Little Minds is seeking stewards — local businesses and organizations — to take care of the book exchanges. They will be placed in public spaces throughout Gwinnett County where children without books can take them to read. Eventually, the exchanges will have a take-one, leave-one policy. She’s also looking to accumulate more book

donations.

The Barracks at Gwinnett County Jail launched in November 2019 as a 70bed unit to support specifically incarcerated veterans.

The goal is to help inmates make a successful transition back into the community.

English said his experience in The Barracks unit has provided a sense of community and brotherhood within the walls of Gwinnett County Jail.

“We’re taking good men, placing them in a better place so they can be the best they can be when they get out,” English said.

The Barracks program was developed to provide therapeutic services for incarcerated veterans to address emotional and physical trauma associated with military service that can lead to serious pitfalls such as substance abuse, alcoholism and mental health issues.

“Military service should always be remembered,” Deputy Chief Lou Solis said.

“We’re committed to helping these veterans get their lives in order by creating a program to provide them with resources to increase the likelihood they won’t return to jail once they’re released. This program benefits much more than the inmates who participate. Our whole community benefits when these veterans get the help they need to get their lives back on track.”

As G.R.E.A.T. Little Minds advances and adds new partners each week, Gill is excited by the enthusiasm of outside organizations, like the Sheriff’s Department, to help keep the project moving forward.

“It’s been amazing in the fact that from the top down, everybody is on board,” Gill said.

hang on a seat facing a baby’s carseat. It’s designed to detect changes in temperature which notifies someone carrying a receiver that their car has breached a safe temperature range.

It also responds to movement, so hopefully a child or pet trapped in a car is saved before they’re even in danger.

The Duluth Middle schoolers placed second in their division for their project.

The team was one of approximately two dozen from metro Atlanta presenting projects at the Honeywell STEM Challenge Showcase at the Student Center at Georgia Tech. Duluth Middle School and Trickum Middle School both fielded multiple teams at Wednesday’s showcase and presented to judges for the chance to be awarded a trophy and Micro:Bits controllers for their schools’ classes.

It’s the second year Georgia Tech and engineering company Honeywell collaborated to host a showcase of students’ projects, but it’s the first year the showcase took place on the Georgia Tech campus. Last year’s showcase was based online, but teacher feedback and the interest of equity led Georgia Tech leaders in the Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics, and Computing hosting an in-person event.

The field is made up of students taught by CEISMC STEM Teacher Leadership Program, which works to bring advanced computer science teaching techniques to Atlanta-area schools by training teachers.

Trickum Middle School teacher Jennifer Killian is one of the original graduates of the first cohort in 2018. She said her students entered 12 projects in last year’s contest. This year, one of her teams of Trickum sixth-graders won first place for their project.

Killian is a certified computer science teacher after passing the challeng-

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“The townhome portion will have a mandatory homeowners association which maintains the exterior units as well as all landscaping in

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Faith, Truth and Justice Project estimated the tax could raise upwards of $750 million a year.

Kemp’s office confirmed Thursday that the governor

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Duluth Middle School’s LanAnh Doan, left, and BanAnh Doan show their project on Wednesday at Georgia Tech in Atlanta.

ing GACE test. She said the showcase helps her students grasp abstract concepts she teaches in her class.

“But being able to say, ‘Here’s the same kind of sensor in your Alexa at home, or in your car, your phone, your accelerometer,’” Killian said. “It starts to make personal connections to them.”

Georgia Tech and Honeywell’s goal with the program is to help the state pick up its pace in certifying computer science teachers. Senate Bill 108, which passed in May, set a timeline of offering computer science in every middle school by 2022 and in every high school by 2025. Brian Cox, Computer Science Specialist at the Department of Education, said there are 370 credentialed computer science

teachers compared to more than 1,000 middle schools in the state.

“That’s the work that we have to do,” Cox said. “We need public, private, anybody that’s willing to support and has the capacity and attention to train teachers so they can build content pedagogy, efficacy around computer science and STEM and ultimately a credential.”

That support came from Georgia Tech and Honeywell, which are encouraging computer science education to look more diverse and reach students at a younger age.

Honeywell and other tech companies hope this will also result into a pipeline of future talent.

“The kids in the classroom today will eventually

be in the corporate world,” Marti Skold-Jordan, senior manager of Global Communications at Honeywell, said.

“They’ll be working for the Honeywells or the other big STEM companies. Are they getting in the classroom what is needed for corporate America?”

Computer science possibilities may already be creeping their way into the minds of career-conscious middle schoolers. Three Duluth Middle School sisters — eight-grade twins LanAnh, MaiAnh Doan and seventhgrader BanAnh Doan — presented their idea of a beacon that can track lost items in the event of a natural disaster. The LED receiver gives a sort of hot-cold reading, telling the holder how close they are to the beacon.

“People tend to feel discouraged or hurt because all the things they’ve worked for are gone,” LanAnh Doan said. “With this product, we can help locate those sentimental items and in a way restore hope and help people get on their feet again.”

Not one of the sisters had experienced coding prior to learning about it, but they’re all now aware of the doors the skill opens.

“We had no background knowledges, so it was definitely a learning curve,” MaiAnh said. “I actually enjoy coding.”

that community,” Mahaffey told commissioners. “The multi-family units (apartments) are gated access (and) there will be pedestrian access to the street.”

But the development was not approved without opposition from several nearby residents. One of the concerns was about the number of units being built close to existing residential neighborhoods that are adjacent

to, or otherwise nearby, the property.

“It’s definitely going to decrease home values when you look into people’s backyards and all you see are these multifamily units,” said Rachel Pinard, who lives near the planned development site.

Another concern was about the volume of additional traffic on McGinnis Ferry Road and Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road near the intersection.

Residents pointed out that the intersection can be difficult and that residents of the new development who exit onto Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road would have to turn right and then make a U-turn to turn around and head toward Interstate 85.

“There’s no way adding that many units there is not going to affect traffic flow,” Anthony Copeland, one of the nearby residents, told commissioners.

had signed the bill. Tax collections will start April 1.

An Uber spokeswoman previously warned collecting the tax could hit Georgian rideshare users with higher trip costs and decrease earnings for drivers. The company prefers lawmakers institute a “reasonable fee structure” instead.

The bill’s passage comes as

lawmakers look to fill a budget shortfall caused by sluggish state tax revenues and budget cuts that Kemp ordered for most state agencies. The online-sales tax marks the most significant revenue-raising effort to plug the state funding gap so far this legislative session.

Some lawmakers opposed

passage of the bill over opposition to raising taxes. They favor lowering the state’s income-tax rate for a second time in the last three years.

But several influential lawmakers, including Hufstetler, have sounded wary of lowering income taxes at a time when state budget cuts are being made.

relatives and friends, especially McLean Miller.

Luke was born in Lawrenceville, GA, he was a graduate of Grayson High School and Georgia Tech with a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. Luke was an avid hiker and outdoorsman.

He was an expert bowler, loved music and games of any type, especially yard games. The family request in lieu of flowers, please make donations to NAMIL National Alliance of Mental Illness, https:// www.nami.org/ or The Sierra Club, https://www. sierraclub.org/. The family will receive friends from 2:00- 4:00PM & 6:008:00PM on Friday, January 31, 2020 at Wages & Sons Funeral Home, 1031 Lawrenceville Highway Lawrenceville, GA 30046.

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A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00AM on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at Lawrenceville Presbyterian Church with Pastor Ryan Jensen officiating. Online condolences may be expressed at www. wagesandsons.com.

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Duluth Middle School students designed a sensor for vehicles to prevent hot-car deaths. They demonstrated this at a STEM Showcase at Georgia Tech on Wednesday.

OBITUARIES PIEDMONT, SC

Gwynell Christenson Gwynell James Franklin Christenson of Piedmont, SC (74) passed away on January 23, 2020. She had been dealing with liver disease with several years and the end came quickly.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband David Christenson, great-grandson Alexander Boehmer, Hillary, Ethelene B. and William P. James (parents), William James (brother) and Billy James (brother).

Survived by Marie (sister) and Kenneth Tolan

of Buford, GA; Brian (son) and Angela Franklin of Snellville, GA; Jennifer (daughter) and Chris Broughton of Piedmont, SC; Teresa (daughter) Holcombe of Auburn, GA; Tawana (granddaughter) and Michael Boehmer of Wilmington, NC; Jessie (grandson) Franklin of Snellville, GA; Amy (granddaughter) Justice of Hartwell, GA; Gracie (great-granddaughter) Thompson of Piedmont, SC; Trinity (great-granddaughter) Boehmer of Wilmington, NC; Sandra Franklin of Lawrenceville, Ga; and Marianna Morrison of Sutton, WV. So many family, nieces and nephews that there isn’t room on this page to list them all.

Gwen leaves behind many lifelong friends in Gwinnett County where

she was born and lived most of her life. She and David moved to Ormond Beach, FL to retire where they made many more friends, before Gwen moved back in 2007. She spent the last five years in South Carolina.

Gwen loved (in no particular order) cooking, Mexican food, The Hallmark Channel, Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune, and Days of our Lives. But her passion was her family and friends: she loved her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren so very much.

Gwen and David were very active at the Lawrenceville VFW Post #5255. The VFW Post has generously offered to serve as a place for her celebration service on Saturday, February 8th, 2020 – 2:00 pm.

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He is survived by, parents, Cary and Sherri Hannon; sister, Nicki Hannon Paris and husband Chris; brothers, Jake Hannon and Will Jessup; nephew, Josh Paris; maternal grandparents, Jim and Janice Brown; paternal grandmother; Phyllis Sills and husband Ed; he was loved by many

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James leads rolling Longhorns in third year as starting point guard

By Christine Troyke christine.troyke@ gwinnettdailypost.com

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Lanier senior Sion James is a three-year starter at point guard and a Super Six selection.

During the game, Sion James’ expression is stoney.

Serious. He watches the whole court. Intensely.

The face matches the hard physique. He looks every inch the 6-foot-5 senior, a three-year starting point

guard for Lanier.

When it’s over, James’ expression is relaxed. Open.

He smiles easily and looks like who he is, someone who skipped a grade and only turned 17 in December.

“I have to tell myself all the time, no matter how big he is, he literally just started being able to drive himself to practice this year,” Longhorns

head coach Branden Mayweather said with a chuckle.

“He is a floor general. He’s almost a throw-back type of point guard who is going to look to get everybody else involved — as opposed to a lot of the score-first point guards.

“He is going to make the right pass. He’s going to make the right decision. He’s go-

ing to lead 24/7 — and he’s going to do it vocally as well as physically.”

Last week in a key region game against Dacula, James got off to a quick start with six points in the first quarter. Then the shots stopped falling. Instead of forcing it, James got the ball into the See JAMES, A12

Sheetinger era underway for GGC baseball program

By Christine Troyke christine.troyke@ gwinnettdailypost.com

Led by a trio of Hunters, a new era has begun for Georgia Gwinnett College baseball.

The program was started and blossomed under the direction of Brad Stromdahl, who was hired away

by Georgia State this summer. Jeremy Sheetinger was tabbed to pick up the reins for a program which has been to the NAIA World Series semifinals two years running.

“I’m very, very happy with where we’re at,” Sheetinger said. “The first few months were daunting. I said I felt like I was under water most days, but there was a point midway through the fall where it clicked. I felt like I was back into the routine.

“From Day 1, our mission with the players has always been we’re going to build our relationship, and this program, on trust.”

The fifth-ranked Grizzlies season started on the road Thursday with the first of three games against No. 4 Southeastern University in Lakeland, Fla. The home opener is Feb. 7 with a doubleheader against Georgetown College (Ky.) The series is a rematch of last season’s NAIA Opening Round championship game, a 2-1 victory that clinched GGC’s return to the World Series.

It’s part of a massive home schedule. The Grizzlies play 39 of their 55 games at the sparkling Lawrenceville campus athletic complex.

“We are honestly at the best place I’ve ever been at with any team that I’ve ever coached,” he said. “In terms of chemistry, call it buy-in, those elements are at an all-time high. We’re ready to play.

“But it’s just like anything — everybody has a plan until you get punched in the mouth. We need to face some adversity together to really solidify what we’re doing here.”

The team returns two starting pitchers from a staff that compiled a 3.38 earned run average. Senior Hunter Caudelle had a 6-1 record and 2.44 ERA in eight starts, while senior Hunter Dollander won all five decisions a year ago.

Caudelle is the most experienced pitching staff member.

The 6-foot-7 right hander had a 6-1 record and 2.44 earned run average (ERA) in 62.2 innings across 14 appearances, with eight starts. The Lula native had 46 strikeouts.

Dollander has won 13 of his 14 decisions over the past two seasons, when he has had 113 strikeouts in 131 innings. The right hander earned All-Association of Independent Institutions first-team honors in 2019 and 2018.

Also back is senior lefthander Hunter Peck, the 2018 A.I.I. Pitcher of the Year when he went 11-0 in 15 starts. He struck out 85 batters in 83 innings that season.

“We’re fortunate to have three senior arms who will fall into our weekend rotation,” Sheetinger said.

“They’ve seen a lot of big games. They’ve won a lot of big games. They are definitely ready for that role.

“Then you’ve got a lot of fresh faces around them. We’re replacing over 400 innings.”

Adding depth to the pitching staff are transfers Rhian Mann, a 6-foot-6 righty who graduated from Archer, Matt Hunt, Chris Bergmoser and Gabe Sevillano.

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Peachtree Ridge grad Evan McInerny won the 100 breaststroke and was second in the 200 individual medley at last weekend’s Gwinnett County Swimming and Diving Championships. McInerny will swim in college for Auburn.

OLyMPiC BOOST Talk with Olympian Shanteau helps launch Lions’ McInerny to success

By Will Hammock will.hammock@gwinnettdailypost.com

Frustration nearly brought an end to Evan McInerny’s swimming career.

He grew accustomed to success at an early age, rising to a state championship level and making a zone team, but he didn’t grow taller in the ensuing years. His competitors did, and he struggled with watching others race past him. Beginning in eighth grade and through early in his freshman year at Peachtree Ridge, he thought seriously about giving up the sport.

An Olympic-sized boost helped change his mind.

“After (the early success), I started to go downhill,” said McInerny, now a senior at Peachtree Ridge and

an Auburn recruit. “Everyone started growing and I never really grew.

There was a point when I thought about quitting. I had never even met Senior (SwimAtlanta coach Chris Davis) before, and he called me into his office and talked to me and told me I should keep going. He actually gave me (SwimAtlanta alum and two-time Olympian) Eric Shanteau’s number and he called me. ... (Shanteau) just told me he was really good around 10 or 11 and all his friends got way bigger than him and he never grew.

He just said he stuck with it, that ‘You’ve done so much work, there’s no point in stopping now. Look where I’ve gotten.’ He said, ‘You can call me whenever you need.’ It was just good to have a bunch of people that sup-

ported me and told me I could do it.”

Davis, the SwimAtlanta founder who coaches its highest level swimmers, and others at the club were among those who believed in McInerny and his potential. He remembered the swimming journey of Shanteau, one of his former swimmers, and enlisted the Olympic gold medalist’s help. “(McInerny) was very much like Eric Shanteau,” David said. “He was a stud at 9 and 10, 11 and 12, and when everybody started growing and he didn’t, the world went by him. He actually got kind of really bummed out about it and was talking about quitting. (My sons and SwimAtlanta coaches) Chris and Scot See BOOST, A12

Six Gwinnett products make XFL rosters From Staff Reports

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Georgia Gwinnett’s Hunter Dollander pitches during a game last season.

Six former Gwinnett high school players will participate in the hyped reboot of the XFL, the pro football league backed by WWE chairman and CEO Vince McMahon and his Alpha Entertainment, LLC. Collins Hill grad Taylor Heinicke and North Gwinnett grad Robert Nelson are teammates on the St. Louis Battlehawks, while Greater Atlanta Christian’s Micah Abernathy (Dallas Renegades), Central Gwinnett’s Jonathan Massaquoi (D.C. Defenders), Brookwood’s Nick Moore (Tampa Bay Vipers) and Peachtree Ridge’s Joe Horn Jr. (New York Guardians) also earned final roster spots heading into the season-opening weekend, Feb. 8-9.

McMahon founded the sensationalized XFL in 2001,

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Collins Hill graduate Taylor Heinicke, most recently with the NFL’s Panthers, will be on the season-opening roster for the XFL’s St. Louis Battlehawks. but it lasted just one season. He launched it again for this year with a number of changes, including some revamped rules, though it still is predominantly in line with traditional, 11-

on-11 football.

The season kicks off Feb. 8 with two games, Seattle against D.C. (2 p.m., ABC) and Houston against Los Angeles (5 p.m., Fox). Two games will follow on Feb. 9

— Tampa Bay at New York (2 p.m., Fox) and St. Louis at Dallas (5 p.m., ESPN).

Those games kick off a 10-week regular season that precedes a two-week postseason, culminating with an April 26 championship game. Every XFL game will be televised nationally live

by ABC, ESPN or Fox Sports.

All six of the Gwinnett players on XFL rosters have some level of NFL experience, including veterans like Massaquoi, Heinicke and Nelson.

Massaquoi, 31, got off to a great start with the hometown Atlanta Falcons, playing in 39 games from 201214, his first three seasons in the NFL. The defensive end was with the Titans in 2015 and the Chiefs in 2016, but his recent stints have been in the short-lived Alliance of See XFL, A12

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IN BRIEF Dacula’s Devries picks Surry CC Dacula senior Zach Devries committed this week to the Surry Community College (N.C.) baseball program.

Devries, a two-year starter in the outfield for the Falcons, was a first-team, AllRegion 8-AAAAAA selection as a junior after hitting .289 with 11 doubles and 10 stolen bases.

Parkview’s Kendal Sparks headed to West Georgia Parkview’s girls cross country program has its second college commitment in as many weeks after Kendal Sparks gave a verbal pledge to run for the University of West Georgia recently.

Sparks ran a personalbest time of 20:44 at the Foot Looker South regional meet in Charlotte, N.C., in November.

That performance capped a season that included a 49thplace finish in the Class AAAAAAA state meet in Carrollton in a time of 21:06.95, which helped the Panthers to an eight-place finish in the team standings.

Sparks also earned thirdteam All-County honors by the Daily Post.

Grayson JV girls win title Grayson’s junior varsity girls basketball team won the Gwinnett County JV Invitational last weekend.

The Rams, who finished the season with a 15-3 record, defeated Norcross 48-41, Parkview 65-41 and Rockdale 42-26 in the tourney.

Members of the championship team are Tylia Kemp, Zoe Belya, Taighlor Hale, Fatima Bakayota, Loretta Parks, Khaleah Tyler, Amber Turner, Danielle Coleman, Pauline Ajala, Yassire Harris, Akahaila Horne and Samara Saunders.

Archer boys claim JV crown Archer’s junior varsity boys basketball team won the Gwinnett JV Invitational’s East Bracket with a 56-50 victory over Shiloh.

Trailing by nine points with five minutes left, the Tigers scored 20 straight points to seize control and cap a 15-2 season. Ryen Jones (16 points, eight rebounds, two steals) and Major Freeman (nine points, three steals) led the way for Archer. Shiloh

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Heinicke, 26, was on NFL rosters with the Vikings, Texans and Panthers from 2015-18, playing in seven games with one start as a quarterback. Nelson, his St. Louis teammate, has played in 24 games — the 29-yearold defensive back had stints with the Browns, Cardinals, Texans and Jets.

Gwinnett’s other three XFL players are less expe-

BOOST From A10 said (McInerny) is going to quit and I said ‘Nah, he’s going to be too good.’ I had a meeting with him and told him about Eric and how he went through the same thing.

I even got Eric to call him.”

McInerny stuck with swimming, and he eventually hit his own growth spurt, sparking improvements since his sophomore year of high school. He credits a more positive mindset, as much as his height, for his success.

Davis thinks McInerny has a good shot at qualifying for the 2020 U.S. Olympic Tri-

got 14 points and four assists from Mekhi Mathis and 14 points and three steals from Amarion Jones.

Joining Jones and Freeman on Archer’s championship team are Bryant Do, Mark Peah, Adrian Bryant, Damoni Harrison, Victor Centeio, C.J. Anderson, Alpha Keita, Frank Kyles, Nicholas Remaley, Kyle Collins, Elijah Magyar and Trent Lee. The team is coached by Jo Moore.

Bears win JV girls championship Mountain View’s girls basketball program won the Gwinnett JV Invitational’s East Bracket with a 48-28 victory over Brookwood.

The Bears, who finished the season 13-6, got 22 points from Ali Drake and 10 points from Mela Sykes. The team is coached by Abbie Bernholz.

In addition to Drake and Sykes, the Mountain View roster also includes Kendal Henderson, Kaylee Davis, Hayda Toro, Anna Ramsden, Jailyn Perkins, Kayla Jones, Kyana Barretto and Ruth Chukwu.

Buford grad Curry earns ACC academic honor Buford grad David Curry was among three Georgia Tech football players to be named to the Atlantic Coast Conference’s 2019 All-Academic football team, the ACC office announced Thursday.

To be considered for inclusion on the ACC all-academic team, a student-athlete must earn a 3.0 grade point average for the previous semester and hold a 3.0 cumulative grade point average for his academic career. Athletic achievement is also considered in selecting the team.

A junior business administration major, Curry was an honorable-mention all-ACC performer in 2019.

He led the Yellow Jackets and ranked eighth in the ACC with 97 tackles and was one of only four Power Five conference players to record at least 97 tackles, an interception and a fumble recovery during the 2019 regular season.

His 16 tackles versus North Carolina were tied for 36thmost by any NCAA Division I FBS player in a single game last season.

Curry joined offensive lineman Jared Southers and defensive back Tre Swilling in earning ACC All-Academic honors. rienced in pro football as all three are coming off their rookie seasons.

Abernathy, a defensive back at Tennessee, got experience with the Buccaneers, Vikings and Colts in 2019.

Horn, the son of former AllPro wide receiver Joe Horn, was in camp with the Ravens after playing wide receiver at Missouri Western.

Moore signed last year with the Saints as an undrafted rookie free agent after playing at Georgia. The 27-yearold long snapper played four seasons of minor league baseball in the Boston Red Sox organization before his college football career began. als, and is excited to see what the Peachtree Ridge standout can accomplish at the college level. Recruiters liked the upside of McInerny because of his late development.

“I really feel like I have a lot more I can give for Auburn, which is exciting,” said McInerny, whose sister Haley was the 2015 Daily Post Swimmer of the Year and swam for Kentucky. “I think I’ve got potential since I just started getting big into my underwaters and things like that. The past two years I’ve been going between being a breaststroker and a flyer, and I think my fly is really starting to take off now rather than my breaststroke. I think it’s good that I have something

NASCAR to honor Stewart’s career Field Level Media For those who ever watched him race; saw him win and win and win; watched him hoist NASCAR’s cherished Cup Series championship trophy, again and again and again — Tony Stewart’s place in the NASCAR Hall of Fame certainly seemed an inevitability.

And on Friday evening, Stewart, 48, will be enshrined with a group of the sport’s highest achievers in the NASCAR Hall of Fame — joining his former team owner Joe Gibbs and former teammate Bobby Labonte along with legendary crew chief Waddell Wilson and the late, multi-talented Buddy Baker.

Perhaps fittingly this Class of 2020 is one of the most diverse representations in the sport — including a team owner, championship drivers, a heralded crew chief and a driver-turned-broadcaster extraordinaire.

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A pair of Austins — Gabe Austin and Austin Bates — are behind the plate. Austin earned NAIA Preseason AllAmerica team accolades. He batted .367, with five home runs, in 2019.

“He is as good a defender, catch-and-throw guy, as anybody in the country, but his bat will keep him in the lineup on days where he’s not catching,” Sheetinger said.

Bates is a transfer from Eastern Florida State College where he earned Southern Conference Player of the Year award. The Ossining, N.Y. native helped lead IMG Academy (Fla.)

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James still finished with 11, but let Iajah Phillips and Andrew McConnell lead the offensive production.

“I’m going to go with what’s going,” James said.

James stalked the perimeter, and was always ready to jump back on defense.

Lanier was down seven with a minute left in the half, but closed with a 6-0 run to thunderous approval from the home crowd.

James grinned remembering the roar, which was as loud as any he could remember and one of the reasons basketball finally became fun for him six years ago.

“To tell you the truth, I didn’t want to play basketball at all,” said James, who started in fourth grade.

“But my brother was playing and my dad was coaching.

Then I got thrown into AAU because my brother was playing. They didn’t want me sitting at the house and the team needed players.”

In seventh grade, things changed.

“That was the first year I can focus on more. I was training both and they were both solid, but they weren’t at the next level.

“But at juniors by 2 (200) fly was really good and I got third, so I feel like I’m going to start doing more fly. Obviously, it’s helping my IM a lot having both of those strokes that are really good.”

The success with SwimAtlanta has been matched at the high school level, where McInerny stood out as a junior at both the county meet (champion in 200 individual medley, fourth in 100 butterfly) and at state (runner-up in 100 fly, third in 200 IM). He was even better at last weekend’s county meet, winning the 100-yard breaststroke

For all his career, Stewart has proven to be among the most diversely talented competitors — winning in every form of racing, in whatever kind of car he drove.

Stewart dazzled fans and impressed fellow competitors in a three-time NASCAR Cup championship driving career (2002, 2005, 2011). He is the only driver in history to have won both a premier NASCAR Cup Series title and an IndyCar championship (1997).

And Stewart is also the only driver to have won a NASCAR championship under the longstanding former points system (2002, 2005) and the new playoff system (2011).

His 2011 NASCAR Cup Series title came as both driver and team owner. And he added another owner’s trophy in 2014 when his Stewart-Haas Racing team earned the Cup championship with driver Kevin Harvick.

“Tony’s career, I look at

on paper and he’s my true hero as far as what he’s been able to do,” fellow inductee Labonte said of his former teammate.

After becoming the first driver to earn all three of USAC’s top championships — in Midgets, Silver Crown and Sprint Cars — then taking the IndyCar title in 1997, Stewart was ready and primed to give NASCAR a real go.

Although he had plenty of credibility and a long resume already — Stewart actually began his Cup career after only 36 sporadic starts over three seasons in the Xfinity Series; some of that time overlapping with his IndyCar schedule. The open-wheel master did not win a race in a stock car while learning the new craft in the Xfinity Series — although he had a pair of runner-up finishes at Rockingham, N.C., and New Hampshire in 1998.

His natural talent and ability to learn quickly,

however, provided all the promise and confidence Gibbs needed to give Stewart a shot in NASCAR’s big leagues. Stewart made his Cup Series debut in 1999.

And never disappointed.

He earned 15 top-10 finishes in his first 24 Cup races and then put an exclamation point on that first-year effort with a win at Richmond, Va., in only his 25th start — leading a dominating 333 of the race’s 400 laps. With the incredible effort, he became the first Cup Series rookie to win a race since Davey Allison more than a decade (1987) earlier.

He answered his maiden win with back-to-back victories at races at Phoenix Raceway and HomesteadMiami Speedway that November to close out the stunning rookie campaign. He became the first Cup Series rookie to win three races — a mark he and seven-time Cup champion Jimmie Johnson (2002) still share today.

to a high school national championship.

“He, defensively, can shut down an entire running game on his ability to throw,” Sheetinger said.

The Grizzlies have an experienced outfield.

Juniors Cord Johnson and Nick Barnes have started in center and left field, respectively, during the last two seasons. Johnson batted .360, had 10 doubles and scored 45 runs in 45 starts last season. The McDonough native ranked second on the 2019 team with seven sacrifice bunts.

Barnes hit 12 home runs and drove in 57 runs in 57 starts. He had a .528 slugging percentage with 23 of his 54 hits going for extra bases. Barnes is the team’s top returning stolen base threat, with 16 steals in 20 attempts in 2019.

Nick Tanner and Liv-

ingston Morris are both two-year contributors to the program. Tanner appeared in 41 games, with seven starts, in 2019. The Lanier grad batted .356 and scored 24 runs.

Versatile junior Myles Smith, a Shiloh grad, played in the outfield when he wasn’t on the mound during the 2017 season. The left-hander was in the bullpen last season after having an injurymarred spring in 2018.

An athletic infield includes a number of transfers.

Kyle Harvey, a senior, batted .311 and had 13 stolen bases in 36 starts last spring in helping Indiana Tech reach the NAIA World Series.

Gabe Howell, a junior from Summerville, played at Bryan College (Tenn.) in 2019 after playing professionally as a high school draft selection. He hit .325

with nine home runs and 42 runs batted last season for a team that advanced to the NAIA Opening Round.

Tate Kight, a 6-6 junior from Homerville, played two seasons at Abraham Baldwin Agriculture College; Steven Lugo and J.D. Stubbs are juniors with playing experience from Eastern Florida State College; and Julian Sewell, a sophomore from Lithonia, played at Point University in 2017.

“A lot of new faces and replacing some pretty good guys,” Sheetinger said. “Gabe Howell is one of the most athletic shortstops in the country. He’s a gold-glover. He’ll also be one of our better hitters.

“Kyle Harvey is a top-ofthe-order hitter who can play second, third or short.

And (Kight’s) right-handed bat has as much power as anybody on our team.”

basketball was really, really fun for me,” James said.

“One, I’d played enough that I developed an enjoyment for it. I started getting better and better. I hit a growth spurt. I was the only seventh-grader on the middle school team so that made me feel prideful about playing.”

Then there was the atmosphere. Classmates coming up to him at school saying they’d be there, bringing a new energy to the games.

James was ready to compete for a starting spot as a freshman at Lanier, but tore his ACL playing football and missed the season.

He made the most of a bad situation, devoting himself to learning the Longhorns’ game.

“It’s his stuff that he does in the classroom literally carries over to the basketball floor,” Mayweather said of the 4.0 student who is bound for Tulane.

He came in as a sophomore with a breadth of knowledge and a 6-3 frame beyond his years.

“But, mentally, you’re thinking about a kid who is not even supposed to be here,” Mayweather said.

“He’s supposed to be a ninth-

grader. He wasn’t where he is at this point. He would get down on himself. He wanted to overanalyze everything.”

James was too smart for his own good.

“He wanted to question everything,” Mayweather said. “It wasn’t from a disrespectful sense. It was just he needed to process it, but it came out wrong.

So there were many times that first year where me and him had, you could call them run-ins.”

They worked through it.

James knows what Mayweather is going to take issue with and Mayweather understands James wants as much information as he can get.

“He is our true leader,” Mayweather said. “We’re at a point now where I know for a fact if he’s asking me a question, that I haven’t made it clear to anybody.

Now, too, I listen to his dialogue because he’s earned the right. Now I’m asking him questions I didn’t ask in the past.”

James is averaging 17.3 points per game (it was 14.6 last year), as well as 6.4 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 2.1 steals. Lanier is 19-5 and

9-0 in Region 8-AAAAA with the regular-season finale against Gainesville tonight on the road. The Longhorns are determined not to make the same mistakes they made a year ago. After racing through the bulk of the season, Lanier lost its last three region games and suffered a surprising firstround exit at state.

“For me and a lot of the guys who played big minutes last year, that hurt,” James said. “I never want to do that again. It’s motivation.”

They refocused at halftime of the Dacula game and were up seven just over a minute in.

“I feel like this team has the best chemistry out of any team I’ve played for,” James said. “We all just clicked really quickly. With the trip to Oregon (for the Capitol City Classic before Christmas), spending so much time together, I feel like the whole team is one big friend group. We hang out, do all kinds of stuff. We joke around — too much at times — but that’s what makes the game so fun.”

Not that you’ll be able to tell by the look on his face.

Until the final horn.

in 57.19 seconds and taking second in the 200 IM. His 200 IM time of 1:49.81 was almost seven seconds ahead of third place and trailed only the county-meet record clocking of 1:47.07 by Mill Creek’s Jake Magahey.

“Not only is Evan a student-athlete of mine, he is also the supervisor of the Ridge Prints program at the school,” Peachtree Ridge coach Jeremy Laird said.

“Ridge Prints is our in-house print production, student-run enterprise and Evan does an amazing job. He is very reliable, dependable and one of the best student-athletes I have ever encountered in my 20 years of coaching.

His passion for swim is very

evident and I can’t wait to see what he does at Auburn, even though I’m a UGA grad.

He is a rare athlete that can and will swim any event and qualify at the state level in all those events.

“At the Ridge, we have a challenge called the King of the Jungle, which is swimming all individual events and qualifying to state in those, and Evan has successfully accomplished that challenge the past two years.

This is a testament to his skill and talent that does not go unnoticed. He is well respected by his classmates and fellow athletes and will sorely be missed next season and seasons to follow.”

McInerny said he is pleased

with his high school career, regardless of how next week’s state meet plays out. But he still has high goals for his final Peachtree Ridge meet — like state titles in the 200 IM and 100 fly and top finishes with his two relays.

Where he stands now is more satisfying because he emerged on the other side of his past frustrations.

“I’m really happy about it,” McInerny said. “I’m going to a school like Auburn that feels like home and I’m excited to be there. It was great to have all the people supporting me, my family, my friends, my coaches. They were very supportive along the road. I’m really happy I didn’t end up quitting.”

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The Trump peace plan is doomed to fail

wenty years ago, President Bill curriculum, which includes new textClinton, Israeli Prime Minister books for grades 1-4, is significantly Ehud Barak and PLO leader Yas- more radical than previous curricula. ser Arafat met at Camp David To an even greater extent than where Barak offered almost all the 2014-15 textbooks, the curof what Arafat asked for in exriculum teaches students to be change for making peace with martyrs, demonizes and denies the Jewish state. Arafat rejectthe existence of Israel and foed the offer. cuses on a “return” to an excluThe reason was and remains sively Palestinian homeland.” that the Palestinian leadership How likely are those who bedoesn’t want to make peace with lieve and teach such things to do Thomas Israel. Their goal is to eliminate it. a 180 and start teaching peaceNow comes President Trump with ful co-existence with Israel? For years, his own peace plan, offering statehood, sermons by Muslim clerics, Arab media prosperity and peace to the Palestin- and the actions of terrorists have been ians. Has anything changed in the last rooted in what they believe is a religious 20 years, indeed, since 1948 when the mandate to eradicate Israel and even Arabs rejected the idea of a Jewish the United States. One still hears such state and launched the first of numer- things from Iranian leaders who think ous wars, spawning terrorist attacks? ushering in Armageddon will reveal the Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas Islamic Messiah. How does the secular rejected the Trump plan before it was West convince radical Muslims to reannounced, calling the president a ject the command of their god? “dog” and another name not fit to print.

Then there’s the failed formula of IsThe flaw in the Trump plan is that rael relinquishing land to its enemies it is designed, like all the others, by in exchange for peace, another compopeople whose thinking is radically dif- nent of the Trump plan. It has been a ferent from Arab and Muslim leaders. one-way street for Israel, most recently Let’s start with the Palestinian Char- in Gaza, which predictably became a ter, which says in Article Nine: “Armed terrorist base for Hamas. struggle is the only way to liberate There are plenty of good intentions in Palestine and is therefore a strategy the Trump proposal, including a promand not a tactic. The Palestinian Arab ise of prosperity and jobs for the Palpeople affirms its absolute resolution estinian people. They could have had and abiding determination to pursue both long ago. Jobs and prosperity, the armed struggle and to march for- however, do not supersede what many ward towards the armed popular rev- of them believe to be orders from Allah. olution, to liberate its homeland and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Nerestore its right to a natural life, and to tanyahu and his political rival, Benny exercise its right of self-determination Gantz, have signed off on the plan, and national sovereignty.” probably for political reasons with One of the requirements in the Trump another election coming soon. They peace proposal is for the Palestinians can’t possibly believe the Palestinian to reject violence, including violence leadership will agree to the proposal.

by Islamic Jihad and Hamas. Neither Peace is not, or should not be, a goal. terrorist organization has accepted Is- Peace is a byproduct of victory in war, rael’s right to exist and is unlikely to or a decision by one’s enemies to change do so now. the way they believe and act. That PalThe president spoke of the importance estinian leaders will change their beof peace for the younger generation. liefs and desire to eliminate Israel is But young people are being educated as likely as Democrats changing their like those who have gone before. Ac- minds about Trump’s presidency. cording to the Council on Foreign ReOne wishes it were not so, but hislations, a New York-based nonprofit tory — even recent history — proves think tank specializing in U.S. foreign otherwise. policy and international affairs, a 2017 study by the Institute for Monitoring Look for Cal Thomas’ new book “America’s Peace and Cultural Tolerance in School Expiration Date: The Fall of Empires and Education (in Jerusalem) found that Superpowers and the Future of the United States” (HarperCollins/Zondervan).

“Palestinian children are being taught Readers may email Cal Thomas at to glorify and value terrorism and viotcaeditors@tribpub.com. lence” and that “The new Palestinian

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Being John Bolton

ou can call John Bolton a lot of things the sovereignty of the United States. He — bully, brawler, neocon — but not was an America First gladiator long bemany would call him a dummy. fore Trump thought of it as a foreign polThis is especially true at this precise mo- icy imperative. ment, when he may be the only person to Among other things, Bolton has nothemerge a winner from Donald Trump’s ing but contempt for the United Nations, impeachment trial. which made his turn as U.S. ambassador to To many Americans, the name John the U.N. under President George W. Bush Bolton likely conjures up little more than a bit unusual. Before that, while serving a walrus-ian mustache to which the man’s in the State Department, he helped Bush loyalty never wavers. Perhaps he keeps un-sign the U.N. “Rome Statute,” which the little shrub to remind his upper lip created the International Criminal Court not to curl with contempt toward those for war crimes, lest other countries use whose opinions differ from his own. As the treaty as a cudgel against America and his friends and former colleagues our troops. In a 2018 speech to will tell you, Bolton tends to be the Federalist Society, Bolton rean absolutist with an affinity for ferred to this as “one of my proudblack and white and no love for est achievements.” elitists or fools.

In some conservative circles, They will also tell you that he is bets are that Bolton wouldn’t just above all a man of principle who be willing to testify, as he has said would never sacrifice himself for he would if subpoenaed by the Senthe most-unprincipled president ate. He’d love to. One way or the Parker in modern history. Whether he is other, his story, supported by the subpoenaed to testify before the paper trail he created as national Senate is virtually irrelevant consider- security adviser, will come out. It won’t ing that we already know what he knows. be good for Trump, but it won’t necesFor one thing, excerpts of his forth- sarily hurt him in the immediate future. coming book’s manuscript were recently Everybody knows what Trump is. The leaked to The New York Times. Among only issue is whether enough senators revelations therein: Then-national secu- care enough to convict him. rity adviser Bolton and Attorney General Trump and his loyalists have accused Bill Barr discussed “concerns that Presi- Bolton of trying to sell a book and make dent Trump was effectively granting per- money. Note to the unpublished: Wellsonal favors to the autocratic leaders of known writers such as Bolton typically Turkey and China.” are paid upfront by their publisher in the Also, Bolton writes that Trump explic- form of an advance. Whether the book itly made military aid to Ukraine contin- makes money, thereafter, is primarily the gent upon investigations into political foe concern of the publisher. Bolton’s book’s Joe Biden and his son Hunter. But, then, value has been reported in the neighborwe already knew that, too. hood of $2 million.

The rest is theater, which, frankly, has Thus, money isn’t likely Bolton’s chief become a bit dull. Witnesses-to-the-res- motivation. Far more compelling to somecue is a tempting notion, but it seems un- one like Bolton is what one might call likely that Bolton’s contribution would principled justice. Trump embarrassed sway the Republican-majority Senate to Bolton by ignoring his advice and then convict the president. firing him by tweet (Bolton maintains So, why the backlash against Bolton he quit) for an offense that ought really from the White House, other than his to make Bolton’s point-of-pride list: He apparent disloyalty? What else does he objected to Trump’s genius idea to host have? The White House knows exactly the Taliban at Camp David near the anwhat he has since Bolton sent a copy of niversary of 9/11. his manuscript for its review a month ago.

So, no, Bolton isn’t only selling books.

The more apt observation may be that He’s saving his legacy — and giving back he’s got nothing to lose and, based on his to Trump as good as he got. Testifying belong history of government service, ev- fore the Senate might just make his day erything to maintain. That is, his repu- — in a Dirty Harry kind of way. But the tation for principle over loyalty. Bolton’s book otherwise will stand when history repertoire in government service, which passes judgment on a man who picked began soon after his graduation from Yale the right side.

Law School (on scholarship), is that of a bulldog — stubborn, fearless, prone to Kathleen Parker is a columnist for the Washington Post. infighting and concerned foremost with

COLUMNIST|MARC THIESSEN

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Republican senators are being set up by the House

arning to GOP senators: You’re being set up.

House Democrats planned this week’s standoff over witnesses from the very start of their impeachment inquiry. If you doubt that, just ask yourself a simple question: Why did House Democrats not only fail to litigate executive privilege issues before sending their impeachment articles to the Senate but also block a federal court from issuing a ruling to decide whether the president could claim privilege?

In October, the House subpoenaed deputy national security adviser Charles Kupperman to testify in the impeachment investigation.

After the White House invoked immunity to preclude Kupperman’s testimony, he filed a lawsuit to ask the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia to resolve the conflict between the two branches of government.

John Bolton’s counsel publicly resolved to be guided by the court’s ruling in Kupperman’s case.

But before the court could hear arguments, House Democrats short-circuited the judicial review. On Nov. 6, they withdrew Kupperman’s subpoena, and then asked the court to declare Kupperman’s case moot — which would prevent a decision on the merits. On Dec. 30, U.S. District Judge Richard Leon did so. In his memorandum, he noted that

“balancing Congress’s well-established tion. To prevent that from happening, power to investigate with a president’s they decided to block judicial review need to have a small group of nation— and then impeached the president al security advisers who have some for seeking the very judicial review form of immunity from compelled that they had stymied!

Congressional testimony” was a seThen, after preventing the court rious dilemma that the courts would from ruling on whether the presieventually need to resolve. dent could order his top aides not Leon was unable to resolve that Thiessen to testify, House Speaker Nancy Pedilemma because House Democrats losi, D-Calif., announced that she was actively prevented him from doing so. As holding back the articles of impeachment as White House Deputy Counsel Patrick Phil- leverage to force the Senate to call those witbin explained to the Senate on Wednesday, nesses. Her goal was transparently political: House Democrats “were going to get a de- to force this week’s sham witness fight so cision ... that would go to the merits of the that Democrats either could charge Senate issue. The House managers withdrew the Republicans with “voting for a coverup” or subpoena. The House of Representatives saddle them with months of litigation over decided they wanted to moot out the case executive privilege that the House prevented so they wouldn’t get a decision.” the court from settling.

Why did Democrats prevent the court from This episode proves that the push for witruling on the merits of the president’s claim nesses is not an honest search for truth, but of executive privilege? Because the ruling a dishonest political power play — one that could have undermined their impeachment was planned from the very start of the imcase. On Dec. 18, the House passed two ar- peachment process. Not only are House ticles of impeachment, one of which charged Democrats using impeachment as a political President Trump with obstruction of Con- weapon against the president; they also are gress for refusing to provide witnesses and using it as a political weapon against Senate documents. Imagine if the court then ruled Republicans as well.

Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, revealed just days later that the president’s claim of executive privilege was valid. It would have that when she asked the House impeachdestroyed the Democrats’ case for obstruc- ment managers why the House didn’t reis-

sue subpoenas after passing the resolution authorizing the impeachment inquiry and granting subpoena power to the Intelligence and Judiciary committees, the House managers dismissed her question as a “red herring.” No, it is not. It further exposed that the House’s demand for the Senate to call witnesses is a political ploy.

Democrats did not want to resolve questions of executive privilege before the Senate trial, because they want to create a spectacle in the Senate. They want the visual of the president’s defense team objecting to allowing Bolton to answer specific questions on the grounds that they would divulge privileged information. They want to force Republican senators to vote to sustain those objections, or even overrule Chief Justice John Roberts Jr. on matters of executive privilege. They want to turn the Senate into a political circus.

Why would Senate Republicans go along with this scam? If House managers want to hear from Bolton, they can subpoena him to appear in the House. But if senators vote to hear witnesses, they are not aiding the search for truth. They are playing right into the Democrats’ hands.

Marc Thiessen is a fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and the former chief speechwriter for President George W. Bush.

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 31, 2020 CONSTRUCTION/ SERVICE BIDS ADOPTIONS STATE OF GEORGIA SUPERIOR COURT OF GWINNETT COUNTY, GEORGIA Case No. 19-AD-00107-7 IN THE ADOPTION OF JUSTIN ALEXANDER GADSON, A MALE MINOR CHILD DOB: 09/05/2005 TO WEEGHMYN BROWN, last known to reside in Norcross, Georgia: You are hereby advised that a petition has been filed seeking to terminate your rights and obligations with respect to the referenced child. As the legal parent of this child, you are entitled to notice of these proceedings.

Pursuant to the requirements of O.C.G.A. § 19-810, a conformed copy of the petition and the notice of hearing will be made available for your review. A final hearing on the matter has been set for March 4, 2020 at 9:00am with Judge Tadia Whitner. You may contact the court from 8am-4:30pm to obtain information regarding this matter. The court’s address is: Adoption Clerk Gwinnett County Superior Court 75 Langley Drive Lawrenceville, GA. 30046 770-822-8100 As the legal parent of the child, you are hereby informed that you are not a party to the adoption and have no obligation to file an answer, but you have the right to appear in the pending adoption proceeding and show cause why your rights to the child should not be terminated. Any written objection should be filed within 30 days with the adoption clerk and a copy provided to Atty Jennifer Neal-Jones, 242 S. Culver Street, Suite 101, Lawrenceville, GA 30046 as required by the Georgia Civil Practice Act. Notice is deemed to have been received as of the last date of this publication notice.

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JUVENILE COURT IN THE JUVENILE COURT OF SPALDING COUNTY STATE OF GEORGIA IN THE INTEREST OF: L.J.S., a minor female child born on 09/18/2018 Case No.: 126-19J-1081, 1295 TO: Adrainanna Maria Sharpe, biological mother and Brandon Duke Stephens, biological father A hearing concerning a Periodic Permanency Review was held on December 5, 2019, having been brought by the Georgia Division of Family and Children Services acting through the Spalding County Department of Family and Children Services based upon the alleged dependency of the above named Child in the Juvenile Court of Spalding County, Georgia. The final hearing on the above and a hearing concerning the status of retaining or the appointment of counsel for a Termination of Parental Rights Petition will be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. A Petition for Termination of Parental Rights will be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. Free copies of said pleadings can be obtained from the Clerk of the Juvenile Court of Spalding County, Georgia, whose office is located at 429 E. Solomon Street, Griffin, Georgia 30223.

By reason of an order for service of summons by publication entered on the 2nd day of January, 2020, you are hereby commanded to file with the Clerk of the Juvenile Court of Spalding County, Georgia and serve upon Tammy M. Griner, Special Assistant Attorney General, P. O. Box 319, Griffin, Georgia 30224 an answer to said pleadings within sixty (60) days of the date of said order for service by publication.

NOTICE OF EFFECT OF TERMINATION JUDGMENT O.C.G.A. §15-11-284 Georgia law provides that you can permanently lose your rights as a parent. A petition to terminate parental rights has been filed requesting the court to terminate your parental rights to your child. A Court hearing of your case has been scheduled for Tuesday the 24th day of March, 2020, at 9:00 a.m., at the Juvenile Court of Spalding County.

If you fail to appear, the

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court can terminate your rights in your absence.

If the court at the trial finds that the facts set out in the petition to terminate parental rights are true and that the termination of your rights will serve the best interest of your child, the court can enter a judgment ending your rights to your child.

If the judgment terminates your parental rights, you will no longer have any rights to your child. This means that you will not have the right to visit, contact, or have custody of your child or make any decisions affecting your child or your child’s earnings or property. Your child will be legally freed to be adopted by someone else.

Even if your parental rights are terminated: (1) You will still be responsible for providing financial support (child support payments) for your child’s care unless and until your child is adopted; and (2) Your child can still inherit from you unless and until your child is adopted.

This is a very serious matter. You should contact an attorney immediately so you can be prepared for the court hearing. You have the right to hire an attorney and to have him or her represent you. If you cannot afford to hire an attorney, the Court will appoint an attorney if the court finds that you are an indigent person. Whether or not you decide to hire an attorney, you have the right to attend the hearing of your case, to call witnesses on your behalf, and to question those witnesses brought against you.

If you have any questions concerning this notice, you may call the Spalding County Juvenile Court Clerk’s Office at 770-467-4730.

You are further required to lay any and all business aside and to be and appear before the Juvenile Court of Spalding County, Georgia at 9:00 o’clock a.m. on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 and 9:00 o’clock a.m. on Tuesday, March 24, 2020, then and there to make a defense and to show cause why said Child should not be dealt with according to the provisions of the Juvenile Court Code of Georgia by reason of an order for service of summons by publication.

WITNESS THE HONORABLE BEN J. MILLER, JR., Judge, this 2nd day of January, 2020.

Madeliene Stoner-Gatlin Deputy Clerk, Juvenile Court, Spalding County, Georgia Tammy M. Griner Special Assistant Attorney General Tammy M. Griner, Attorney at Law, P.C. Georgia Bar No. 312720 Post Office Box 319 Griffin, Georgia 30224 (770) 567-5507 9 1 3 - 6 2 8 5 3 6 , 1/10,17,24,31

the Child and will not be entitled to object to the termination of his rights to the child unless, within 30 days of receipt of the notice, he files: (1) a petition to legitimate the child pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 19-7-22; and (2) Notice of the filing of the petition to legitimate with the court in which the action under this Code section is pending. §15-11-283(C): If the biological father who is not the legal father does not file a legitimation petition and give notice as required in this Code section or division (b)(3)(A)(B)(C) of this Code section or, if after the filing of the petition he fails to prosecute it to final judgment, he loses all rights to the child and the court shall enter an order terminating all such father’s rights to the child and such father may not thereafter object to the termination of his rights to the child.

(Code 1981, § 15-11-283, enacted by Ga. L. 2013, p.

294, § 1-1/HB 242.)

Dated this 2nd day of January, 2020.

CHRISTOPHER M. CARR 112505 ATTORNEY GENERAL ANNETTE M. COWART 191199 DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL SHALEN S. NELSON 636575 SENIOR ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL PENNY L. HANNAH 323563 ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL TAMMY M. GRINER 312720 SPECIAL ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL Tammy M. Griner, Attorney at Law, P.C. P.O. Box 319 Griffin, GA 30224 Office: (770) 567-5507 9 1 3 - 6 2 8 5 3 7 , 1/10,17,24,31

IN THE JUVENILE COURT OF SPALDING COUNTY STATE OF GEORGIA IN THE INTEREST OF: L.J.S., a minor female child born on 09/18/2018 Case No.: 126-19J-1295 Adrainanna Maria Sharpe, biological mother TO: Brandon Duke Stephens, biological father NOTICE TO BIOLOGICAL FATHER O.C.G.A. § 15-11-283(C) The foregoing is a petition for the termination of your parental rights. The record with the Petitioner shows that you are the biological father of the above-named child.

Therefore, set-out below is an exact copy of the Code section referred to above, which has important information to a biological father concerning his illegitimate child when there is a petition for termination of parental rights. The Code section is as follows: §15-11-283(C): When notice is given pursuant to subsection of this Code section, it shall advise such biological father who is not the legal father that he loses all rights to t

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There will be sold at public outcry for cash at Willard Wrecker Service, 719 W. Shadburn Avenue, Buford, GA, 30518, on Saturday, February 15, 2020, at 11:00 AM, the following vehicles declared abandoned or foreclosed vehicles pursuant to O.C.G.A Section 40-11-05, as follows: # Ye a r Make Model VIN 1 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2GCEK19T6Y1335623 2 2006 Mazda 6 JM1BK323X61532970 3 1999 Honda Civic 1HGEJ824XXL040078 4 2005 Nissan Frontier 1N6AD07U35C414717 5 2007 Nissan Altima 1N4AL21E67C222249 6 2007 Pontiac 1G2ZG58N974276989

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7 2004 Mercedes E320 WDBUF65J64A574105 8 2013 Ford Fusion 3FA6P0HR2DR355790 9 2006 Toyota Highlander JTEGP21A460098953 10 2002 Acura RSX JH4DC54892C022214 11 1993 Cadillac DeVille 1G6CD53B0P4297207 12 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 3VWBP7AJ0CM003368

1G1PC5SH1C7208253 40 2014 Dodge Journey 3C4PDCBG7ET283571 41 2008 BMW 550I WBANW53518CT52178 42 2005 Nissan Quest 5N1BV28U95N119314 43 2007 Chrysler 300 2C3KA43R57H792258 44 1990 Toyota Camry 4T1SV24E9LU277217 45 1997 Utility Trailer 1UYVS2535VM227202 46 2010 Dodge Charger 2B3CA4CD2AH306227 47 2000 Ford Explorer 1FMZU63P7YZC67341 48 1998 Ford Mustang 1FAFP4042WF165267 49 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 3GNEC13T43G308286 50 2013 Tiguan 8DW570667

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51 2007 BMW 335I WBAWL73577PX47272 52 2006 Ford Mustang 1ZVFT84N265184968 53 2000 Toyota Camry 4T1BG22KXYU932642 54 1985 Oldsmobile Delta 88 1G3BY69Y1FY393742 55 Trailer Utility No vin

13 2003 Toyota Camry 4T1BE32K03U746872

56 2005 Chevy Impala 2G1WH52K859277337

14 1997 Mercedes E320 WDBJF55F9VJ030241

57 2008 Ford Fusion 3FAHP07Z88R202220

15 2000 Nissan Maxima JN1CA31D3YT725098

58 2013 Cadillac XTS 2G61P5S3XD9181062

16 1997 Honda CRV JHLRD1852VC067967

59 2015 Toyota Corolla 2T1BURHE2FC367076

17 2010 Chevy Equinox 2CNALBEW8A6414913

60 2011 Acura TSX JH4CU2F69BC009692

18 2007 Honda Civic 1HGFA16597L103959

61 2014 Lexus IS250 JTHBF1D23E5014296

19 2003 Mazda JM1BK323761464367

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62 2010 Chevy Silverado 1500 3GCRKSEA9AG126742

20 2009 Kia Rio KNADE223X96495742

63 2011 BMW X6 5UXFG8C51BLZ95660

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21 2000 Honda Accord 1HGCG5669YA022426

64 2017 Toyota Corolla 2T1BURHE8HC962727

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Housing Authority of Gwinnett County shall hold its next regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. The meeting shall take place at the offices of Mahaffey Pickens Tucker, LLP located at 1550 North Brown Road, Suite 125, Lawrenceville, Georgia 30043.

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22 2006 VW Jetta 3VWDT81K56M026460

65 2013 Cadillac XTS 2G61P5S3XD9181062

23 2000 Nissan Maxima JN1CA31A4YT011048

66 1996 Ford Ranger 1FTCR15X9TPA07037

24 1995 Toyota Tercel JT2EL56E4S0021653

67 2008 BMW 750i WBAHL83518DT12233

25 2006 Honda Ridgeline 2HJYK16486H540970

68 2016 Mercedes Benz GLC300 WDC0G4JB2GF019962

ABANDONED MOTOR VEHICLE ADVERTISEMENT NOTICE The following vehicles was left for repairs at the below repair shop: RAFAEL QUIROZ NIEVES left the following vehicle 2003 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR, VIN: 5LMFU27R23LJ47673, TAG # RQG0801 and DAWN MICHELLE BROWN, left the following vehicle, 2009 BMW 525i, VIN: WBANW13589C162386, TAG # CEW3025.

You are hereby notified, in accordance with OCGA 4011-19 (b) (2), that the abovereferenced vehicle is subject to a lien and a petition may be filed in court to foreclose a lien for all amounts owed. If the lien is foreclosed, a court shall order the sale of the vehicle to satisfy the debt.

The vehicles are currently located at 3375 STONE MOUNTAIN HWY, SNELLVILLE. GA 30078. Anyone with an ownership interest in these vehicles should contact the following business immediately: I & D AUTO PARTS LLC, 3375 STONE MOUNTAIN HWY, SNELLVILLE. GA 30078, (404) 932-1231.

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26 2005 Chevy Malibu 1G1ZS52F65F142334 27 2005 Toyota Corolla 2T1KR32E75C421641 28 2004 Grand Marquis 75W94X637608

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29 2003 Nissan Pathfinder JN8DR09X53W711738 30 2010 Honda Insight JHMZE2H7XAS023344 31 2009 Kia Spectra KNAFE221595656995 32 2010 Nissan Versa 3N1BC1CP3AL390159

69 2016 Harley Davidson Sporter 1200 1HD1LC311GC446893 70 2009 Mercedes Benz C300 WDDGF54X49F223501 71 2014 Jeep Wrangler 1C4HJWEG9EL187575 72 2017 Boat Trailer Utility 1MDASAV28HA607481 73 2005 Honda Civic 1HGEM22635L079730 929-632043, 1/31,2/7

33 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 3A4FY58B27T568988 34 2000 Toyota Camry 4T1BG22K9YU006698 35 2006 Dodge Ram 1D7HA18N66S631277 36 2007 Nissan Altima 1N4AL21E17C226029 37 1997 Toyota Camry 4T1BG22KXVU812898 38 2005 BMW 325CI WBABD33455PL06636 1

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LAWRENCEVILLE SAFE STORAGE 201 NEW HOPE RD LAWRENCEVILLE GA 30046 770.963.8858 We will be auctioning he following units: 056 Lewis Bishop 051 Kenny Long G06 Tyree Lewis 033 Tim New Auction will be held on February 12th at 11:00 am 929-632146, 1/31,2/7

PUBLIC SALES/ AUCTIONS

PUBLIC SALES/ AUCTIONS

PUBLIC SALES/ AUCTIONS

DULUTH POLICE DEPARTMENT GOVERNMENT AUCTION ON-LINE Property advertised and auctioned by propertyroom. com www.propertyroom.com Items sold individually.

Items will be sent to auction on 02/10/2020 at 1700 hours.

Items as follows: Cell phones, electronics, jewelry, collectible items, articles of clothing, guitar, stand, knife, bags.

Any potential property owners should contact Duluth Police Department at 770-476-4151 with proof of ownership.

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Life Storage # 861 420 Grayson HWY Lawrenceville, GA 30052 (770) 682-7717 Auction Date: Thursday, February 20th, 2019 @ 10:00 AM In accordance with the provisions of State law, there being due and unpaid charges for which the undersigned is entitled to satisfy an owner and/or manager’s lien of the goods hereinafter described and stored at the Life Storage location(s) listed below.

Life Storage #861 420 Grayson HWY, GA 30052 , (770) 682-7717 Space No. C u s t o m e r Name Inventory 1080 Martha Norman Tools Appliances 1107 Sheri Bauldwin Hsld gds/Furn 1124 Bleteh Doh Hsld gds/Furn 1206 Latifa Bertram Hsld gds/Furn tv/stereo/office furn/mach/equip 1324 Ernst Suneus Hsld gds/Furn/tv/stereo/equip/ tools/appliance/boxes 1336 Mary Thompson Hsld gds/Furn 1340 Kennard Jimerson JR Hsld gds/Furn, Boxes 1296 Angela Spraggs Hsld gds/Furn Tv/stereo Equip/ clothes And, due notice having been given, to the owner of said property and all parties known to claim an interest therein, and the time specified in such notice for payment of such having expired, the goods will be sold to the highest bidder or otherwise disposed of at a public auction to be held online at www.StorageTreasures.com, which will end on Thursday , January 23, 2020 @ 10:00 AM 929-630239, 1/24,31

NOTICE Notice is Hereby Given that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to the Georgia SelfStorage Facility Act, Georgia Code Section 10-4-210 to 10-4-215. The undersigned will sell by competitive online bidding beginning February 6, 2020 at 9:00 am at www. selfstorageauction.com.

Online bidding will end at 9:00 am February 20, 2020.

UNIT #6049 CHRISTOPHER J STUBBLEFIELD: Umbrellas, tools, jumper cables, tool boxes and bags, Tony Hawk Ride (skateboard), dining table, chairs, bongo, small travel case, 3 plastic drawer units, Coleman tent, vacuum, scooter, lawn mower, adjustable exercise steps, suitcase, TV trays, shower rods, ladder, blankets, trash cans, totes, wall art, shoes in plastic bins, books, pillows, crutches, misc. items.

UNIT #464 CHANTIA MOORE: Step stool, kids’ toys, 3 plastic drawer units, Nike shoe boxes, stroller, portable play pen, adult and child sized recliners, ironing board, Christmas tree, basket ball, soccer ball, doll house, blow dryer, stacking bins, outdoor folding chair, TV trays, household cleaning items, wastebaskets, bins, bags, boxes, misc. items.

Purchases must be paid for on the day of the auction with cash or a credit card with valid ID at the location of the unit. All items are sold as is and must be removed from the property within 48 hours, unless otherwise approved by the Manager, after the time of the sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of a settlement between the owner and the obligated party is reached.

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LIFE STORAGE # 413 875 MARATHON PARKWAY LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30046 678-242-1441 In accordance with the provisions of State law, there being due and unpaid charges for which the undersigned is entitled to satisfy an owner and/or manager’s lien of the goods hereinafter described and stored at the Life Storage location(s) listed below.

875 Marathon Parkway Lawrenceville, GA 30046 678-242-1441 And, due notice having been given, to the owner of said property and all parties known to claim an interest therein, and the time specified in such notice for payment of such having expired, the goods will be sold to the highest bidder or otherwise disposed of at a public auction to be held online at www.StorageTreasures. com, which will end on Thursday, February 20th 2020 @ 10:00am Any questions regarding the above information are to be addressed to the manager of this facility at the phone number shown above.

Space No. C u s t o m e r Name Inventory 1105 Crystal Hilliard-Thomas Household Goods/Furniture; Clother.

1008 Erwin Hardy Household Goods/Furniture.

1083 Rickey Baines Household Goods/Furniture.

2044 Lisa B Merkerson Household Goods/Furniture.

2082 Lisa Merkerson Household Goods/Furniture.

2086 M i c h a e l Schmidt Household Goods/Furniture.

4150 Crystal M Ortiz Household Goods/Furniture.

4176 Mailana J Hayes Household Goods/Furniture; TV/Stereo Equip.; Office Furniture/ Machines/ Equip.

4184 Tamara Skinner Household Goods/Furniture.

929-630085, 1/24,31 PUBLIC AUCTION Notice of Abandonment and Sale in accordance with O.C.G.A. 40-11 the following vehicles have been declared abandoned and will be sold at Public Auction to the highest and best bidder for cash only.

The auction will be held on February 11, 2020 at 10:00 a.m., 3150 Main St W, Snellville GA 30078; phone (770) 674-5659. Review 9:30 a.m.

2007 Mercedes Benz S500 VIN#: WDDNG71X17A086404 929-631796, 1/31,2/7 PUBLIC AUCTION Notice of Abandonment and Sale in accordance with O.C.G.A. 40-11 the following vehicles have been declared abandoned and will be sold at Public Auction to the highest and best bidder for cash only. The auction will be held on February 11, 2020 at 10:00 a.m., 6050 Lawrenceville Hwy, Tucker GA 30084; phone (770) 806-1330. Review 9:30 a.m.

2009 Mazda CX9 VIN#: JM3TB38A290170158 929-631792, 1/31,2/7

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Extra Space Storage will hold an auction online on StorageTreasures.com to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at location indicated: 3220 Centerville Hwy, Snellville, GA 30039, 770.680-3520 on February 21, 2020 at 2:30PM The personal goods stored therein by the following may include, but are not limited to general household, furniture, boxes, clothes, and appliances.

L125 – Terlisa Weathers – Boxes, Clothes,Toys, Mattress F1131 – Joekua Harrison – Mattress, Refrigerator, Tissues, Fan, Tote Bags, Lampshade, Blower, Shoe O110 – Shantoya Lyons – Chairs, Table, TV, Ladder, Lamp, Rug, Boxes, Totes, Clothes, Shoes, Pictures F1088 – Ben Yahweh – Boxes, Totes J114 – Brooke Jones – Boxes, Totes, Bags, Pictures F1052 – Ricky Ellis – Bags, Clothes, Totes F1073 – Dorothy Porter – Paper Towels, Tissue, Washing Powder, Paper Plates, Cleaning Suplies, Pine Sol, Bleach, Air Freshners K115 – Connie Latimore – Chair, Table, Kids Bike, Suitcase, Mirror, Bedrails, Bags, Boxes, Totes K120 – Cynthia Rivera – Boxes, Totes F1235 – Derrick Arnold – Table, Coolers, Boxes, Totes E109 – Always Shine LLC – Rugs, Boxes, Carpet, Carpet Adhensives H138–Cherye Kaze – Suitecase, Cooler, Bags, Boxes, Clothes H134–Angel Goudy–Chair, Mattress, Suitcases, Lamp, Shoe Box, Bags, Clothes, Totes 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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PUBLIC AUCTION Notice of Abandonment and Sale in accordance with O.C.G.A. 40-11 the following vehicles have been declared abandoned and will be sold at Public Auction to the highest and best bidder for cash only.

The auction will be held on February 11, 2020 at 10:00 a.m., 2025 E Main St, Snellville GA 30078; phone (678) 404-5051. Review 9:30 a.m.

2005 Dodge Sprinter 3500 VIN#: WD0PD544355808504 929-631800, 1/31,2/7

ZONINGS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The City of Peachtree Corners Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at City Hall, 310 Technology Parkway, Peachtree Corners, Georgia beginning at 7:00 PM on February 18, 2020 to consider the following: RZ2020-001, V2020-001 & PH2020-001 Governors Lake Townhomes. Request to rezone 28.454 acres from M-1 to R-TH with associated variances and to amend the Comprehensive Plan Character Area Map to change the subject property from Industrial Corridor and Employment Corridor to Village Residential to allow for a new townhome community along Governors Lake Parkway, Dist. 6, Land Lot 251, Peachtree Corners, GA. PH2020-002 Electronic Message Signs. Consideration of an amendment to City Code Chapter 54 – Signs to permit electronic message signs under certain criteria.

These items will also be considered by the City of Peachtree Corners City Council at City Hall, 310 Technology Parkway, beginning at 7:00PM on March 24, 2020.

KYM CHERECK, CITY CLERK CITY OF PEACHTREE CORNERS 934-631907, 1/31

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A16 ♦ Friday, January 31, 2020 ♦ gwinnettdailypost.com A16 ♦ FRIDAY, JANUARY 31, 2020 ♦ GWINNETTDAILYPOST.COM REAL ESTATE FOR RENT HOUSES FOR RENT LOGANVILLE/NORTH off Bay Creek Church Rd. 4+BR/3BA 1.5 Story Old Farm House, frnt prch, fncd bckyd, swimming pool $1,450 mo. 678-357-5044

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PICKENS/BIG CANOE Vacation Weeks in Big Canoe -- Special Sale at Petit Crest Villas -Contact Jamie Kemp, Professional Realty Associates, Georgia Licensed Real Estate Broker, 706-268-3600

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

LOST & FOUND Found - Dog - Blue/ Grey Dog Found in Dacula, Female dog. Call 678-793-3674 to provide complete identification and proof of ownership.

LOST RINGS Lg. Diamond & Garnet Marquis Gold rings size 8, Windsor Walk, Conyers, 1990’s. Send details.

470-244-4577

VEHICLES

CADILLAC DTS, 2007 One owner, fully loaded, mileage 83,500, excellent condition!

Reduced to $6,500 Call (770) 985-0911

FULL TIME

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FARMS, LOTS & ACREAGE FOR SALE HALL GAINESVILLE FOR SALE BY OWNER 7.74 gently sloping acres. Fronts Hwy. 60N Adjoins Lake Lanier Corps of Engineers.

Beautiful building site.

Commercial potential.

Natural gas and city water on property.

Near schools and shopping.

COMMERCIAL RENTALS GWINNETT BERKELEY LAKE

COMMERCIAL WAREHOUSE FOR LEASE

706-658-6881

5,000 sq. ft. with two small offices. Call Mike (770) 826-7970 GWINNETT SNELLVILLE

FOR LEASE

MOUNTAIN PROPERTY FOR SALE

Heart of Snellville Cobblestone Office Park Exec. Sts. Off. & 3 medium offices--perfect for ins., lawyers or counselors.

770-978-0310

AMAZING CASHIERSCULLOWHEE MOUNTAIN PROPERTY YOU CAN CAMP, FISH AND SWIM AT! Huge (7+ Acres) W/1000 ft. of cold rushing stream, cascading waterfall, and panoramic long range National Forest Views! Perfect location only minutes to Western Carolina University!

Property Book Value $75,000 - Sacrifice Price ($17,000) - Must Go. Call: (828) 214-7221

CARS FOR SALE! 2009 Chevy AVEO, 4 cylinder, gas saver 107,000 mi., blue, good condition!

2006 Volvo Stationwagon 190,000 miles, like new (inside and outside, REALLY), white.

Either car $3,000 firm.

770-676-9931

APPLIANCES

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

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ENGINEER for Siemens Energy, Inc. (Alpharetta, GA). Cmplte broad scpe of tech tasks incl instlltn/cmmssnng, maintnance & eval of cstmrs eqpmnt & systms amng othrs. Req. Mast (or frgn equiv) in Elec Eng, Elctrncs Eng, or rel fld + 2 yrs exp in job offrd or acc alt occu.

Alt, empl will accpt Bach in abve lstd flds + 5 yrs exp in job offrd or acc alt occu. Fll trm of exp mst incl fllwng sklls: expe in HMI; exp in prgrmmng indstrial cntrllr; eng, fctry tstng, instlltn, cmmssnng & cstmr trainng exp in Med Vltge drves & the SES/SFC D3.1 Cnvrteam & SES/SFC D4.x Convrteam Strt-up frqncy cnvrtrs & Exctatn Systms; gnrtr prtctn; & prcess of gas trbnes & steam trbns. Apprx 30% trvl req. Mail rsms Michael Kellermann, Siemens Corporation, 3850 Quadrangle Blvd., MS: HRS-144, Orlando, FL 32817. Ref MK/MT. Must be authrzed to wrk in US prmnntly.

INTERNATIONAL INVENTORY LOGISTICS TECHNICIAN Job avail. for International Inventory Logistics Technician w/ CAB Inc. located in Buford, GA. Job is responsible for handling all duties related to support of CAB’s sales of pipe flanges to key int’l distribution customers. Must have 3 yrs’ exp. as Procurement Technician, Executive Administrator or related; 3 yrs’ exp. w/ int’l & domestic flange standards, incl. EN 1092 (European Norm Standards), SABS 1123 (South African Bureau of Standards), BS10 (British Standard), ASME/ ANSI B16.5 (American Society for Mechanical Engineer/American National Standards Institute) & AWWA C207 (American Waterworks Association) pipe flange standards; 2 yrs’ exp. working w/ int’l customers & vendors relating to flange distribution & sales. Apply w/ resume to Terri Jondahl, CAB Inc., 5411 Cole Road, NE, Buford, GA 30518.

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‘POWERFUL & ENCOURAGING’

Sugarloaf Ballet to host 16th annual Youth Concert Series

By Chamian Cruz chamian.cruz@ gwinnettdailypost.com

The 16th annual Youth Concert Series’ theme is “The Future of Dance is Now.” The choreographers are students at Sugarloaf Performing Arts who range in ages 13 to 18.

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The Sugarloaf Ballet will perform in its 16th annual Youth Concert Series on Feb. 1. such as costuming and technical requirements.

With access to experienced dance mentors, the young choreographers set works on their peers and deliver their productions on a professional stage.

“It’s about much more than dance,” Sugarloaf Ballet Director Michelle Bourgeois said. “It’s about developing confidence and leadership.”

In addition to the works of young choreographers and guests, Sugarloaf Ballet debuts works from their current repertoire set by Sugarloaf Performing Art faculty and Sugarloaf Ballet resident choreographers.

The Youth Concert Series was formerly known as the Young Choreographers’ Showcase. It has become a staple to the Gwinnett community and surround-

ing areas.

Showtimes on Feb. 1 are 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. General admission tickets start at $15 with multi-show bundles available. Advanced tickets can be purchased in the lobby of Sugarloaf Performing Arts and at the Infinite Energy Center Box Office.

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The Sugarloaf Ballet will soon host its 16th annual Youth Concert Series at the Infinite Energy Theater.

On Saturday, Feb. 1, the ballet will feature selections choreographed by 13 young people from Gwinnett County and surrounding areas. This marks the largest number of young choreographers participating to date.

What’s more, there will also be performances by Brenau University’s dance program, Dance Tech & Talent out of Cobb County, and North Gwinnett High School’s Dance North.

This year’s theme is “The Future of Dance is Now.” It includes themes like finding happiness, acknowledging mental illness, elements of love and building people up.

The choreographers are students at Sugarloaf Performing Arts who range in ages 13 to 18.

“Artistic expression is a gift that has been with me for as long as I can remember,” Lori Zamzow-Wire, Sugarloaf Ballet artistic director, said. “To see young artists bold enough to share their expression with the world is powerful and encouraging.”

Once members of the Sugarloaf Ballet reach the age of 13, they are eligible to participate as choreographers for the Youth Concert Series.

They are then responsible for end-to-end production

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Local students win national theater awards

By Chamian Cruz chamian.cruz@ gwinnettdailypost.com

Local students won big with national awards at the 2020 Junior Theater Festival Atlanta.

Students from Holly Performance Academy in Dahlonega, Play On Players in Duluth, Red Phoenix Theatre Company in Lawrenceville, Forefront Arts in Lilburn, North Gwinnett Middle School Drama in Sugar Hill and Suwanee Performing Arts in Suwannee won recognition at the festival.

This is the world’s largest festival celebrating young people and the transformative power of music theater.

This year was the 15th annual Junior Theater Festival Atlanta.

The festival took place Jan. 17-19 at the Cobb Galleria Centre, uniting 7,000 students and educators from 128 educational music theater groups. The groups represented 31 states, as well as Australia, New Zealand and the U.K. Holly Performance Academy, Play On Players, NGMS Drama and Suwanee Performing Arts won a Freddie G Excellence in Music award.

Students from Play On Players also joined their peers at Red Phoenix Theatre Company to present selections from Disney’s “Newsies JR.” for all festival attendees at the New Works Showcase. Play On Players presented selections from “Into the Woods JR.” and Red Phoenix Theatre Company presented selections from Disney’s “Frozen Jr.” “Play On Players’ amazing group of young people brought this classic to life beautifully,” Kelby McIntyre-Martinez, choreographer, dancer and assistant dean of arts education and community engagement in at the University of Utah, said. “Their ensemble work, care for each other, and effective storytelling transcended us into a magical world of allure, storytelling and dance.

“This presentation was a wonderful example of music, dance and acting working together,” she said. “It was a really beautiful performance operating on all cylinders at a very high frequency.”

Julia Magnasco, education director at First Stage and adjunct staff member at the UW-Milwakee, said that the Red Phoenix The-

atre Company offered a sincere and authentic telling of “Frozen JR.” “The actors committed so strongly to creating thorough, complex characters and their storytelling had such a strong arc,” she said. “We truly saw and experienced the epic journey of Disney’s ‘Frozen JR.’” Meanwhile, Holly Performance Academy, NGMS Drama and Forefront Arts presented selections from “Seussical JR.” Suwanee Performing Arts presented selections from “Godspell JR.” Play On Players’ Kailey Souder, Madison Crews and Samantha Stiller, as well as Forefront Arts’ Alayna Burger and Avery Britt, made it to the call-back for future special photos Broadway Junior shoots for “how-to” choreography vid- Play On Players and Red Phoenix Theater Company perform a selection of Disney’s “Newsies JR.” during the New Works eos for soon-to-be released Showcase at Junior Theater Festival Atlanta 2020.

Broadway Junior musicals.

The shoots will be taped in New York City this summer.

The Broadway Junior scouts looked for outstanding students, 150 of whom made it to Sarah Charles the final call-back for iTheatLewis performs in rics Resident Choreographer a selection of Steven G. Kennedy. iTheatrics is a leading eduDisney’s “Newsies cational theater company that JR.” during the creates innovative experiences New Works and products for the public Showcase at and private sector. The final Junior Theater cast will be determined later Festival Atlanta this year. The videos will be 2020. used in tens of thousands of schools across the country and internationally.

Holly Performance Academy’s Hayes Hogan and Nealy Webster, Play on Players’ Bryson Ross and Seth Martin, Red Phoenix Theatre Company’s Drew Davison and Haley Rosen, Forefront Arts’ Avery Britt and Cady Walls, NGMS Drama’s Thomas February 2020 Brown and Maddie Gingras, and Suwanee Performing Arts’ Normal Hartley and Prevent T2 Life After Stroke Bariatric Surgery Pre-Op Class Laila Abreau were named to The Prevent T2 Lifestyle Change This is a monthly event intended This class is intended for patients the Junior Theater Festival Program is a yearlong program to empower stroke survivors and who have an established surgery date All-Stars. designed for people with prediabetes. caregivers to lead a satisfying and within 1-3 months of this class. The The all-stars are made up It is also designed for people who are active life. class will review the preop diet, how at high risk for type 2 diabetes and to prepare for surgery, review what to of outstanding performers WINDER: want to lower their risk. Prevent T2 expect during the hospital stay, and NGMC Barrow who attend the festival. They helps participants achieve moderate how to care for yourself after weight 316 North Broad Street performed a song during the weight loss by eating well and being loss surgery. Support persons are Tuesday, February 25; 5:30 – 6:30 closing ceremony. active. The February 3 session is to encouraged to attend. p.m.

In addition to presenting learn about the program with the first GAINESVILLE: session on February 10. Sessions selections from shows for NGMC Gainesville Bariatrics 101 occur every Monday from 6:00 p.m.

743 Spring Street adjudication, participants Interested in a healthier lifestyle, but -7:00 p.m. for 16 weeks, then will Tuesday, February 11; 4 – 4:45 p.m. took part in interactive worknot sure how to get started? Have meet biweekly on Monday from 6:00 you considered medical or surgical shops led by Broadway and p.m. – 7:00 p.m. for 8 weeks, and Lung Cancer Support Group then monthly for the last 6 months on weight loss before but need more West End professionals, information to make a decision? Then For patients and their loved ones.

Monday from 6:00 p.m.

– 7:00 p.m. gained from professional You are not alone. We can help. Join This includes a 6-month membership Bariatrics 101 is the class for you. development, watched outthe newly diagnosed, survivors and This FREE seminar will go over the to J.A. Walters YMCA in Gainesville. standing performances by loved ones for a lung cancer support disease of obesity and the impact on Registration will be open until group. Dinner provided. For more fellow students and Broadmidnight on February 9. Cost is $125 the body, medical weight loss, nonsurgical treatment options, as well as, information, call Sandy Clark, BSN, per person. way stars, and enjoyed theweight loss surgery. We will review the RN Oncology Nurse Navigator at GAINESVILLE: atrical fellowship.

770-848-6235 or email Sandi.Clark@ necessary life style changes needed

Calendar of Events

J.A. Walters YMCA 2455 YMCA Drive Monday, February 3; 6 – 7 p.m.

Car Seat Safety

Make sure your baby is as safe as possible in his or her car seat by taking this class and learning from the experts. Bring your car seat (along with the instruction manual) or come and learn by watching other installations and the classroom presentation. *This is not a car seat distribution class. Please do not bring children, so you may focus on this critical safety information for your newborn.

BRASELTON: NGMC Braselton, Education Center 1400 River Place Wednesday, February 5; 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

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The mall will host a “Zombies 2” event Feb. 8.

Mall of Georgia plans to host ‘Zombies 2’ event

By Chamian Cruz chamian.cruz@ gwinnettdailypost.com

The Mall of Georgia is hosting an event centered around Disney Channel’s “Zombies 2.”

“Zombies 2” is the sequel to “Zombies,” a music- and dance-filled story that picks up as cheerleader Addison and zombie football player Zed are getting ready for their school’s super-sized prom.

In the movie, however, the arrival of a new group of werewolves threatens to shake up the school’s newfound peace and cause a rift in Zed and Addison’s budding romance.

While “Zombies 2” premieres on Disney Channel

Friday, Feb. 14, both the Mall of Georgia and Town Center at Cobb invite the community before then to an event aimed at entertaining children of all ages.

Activities at both centers will include a craft project to create a “Zombies 2” sling bag, a photo opportunity, face painting and various giveaways. There will also be story time and music from the Auburn Library at the Mall of Georgia.

The event will take place Saturday, Feb. 8, from 2-4 p.m. at the Mall of Georgia in the Von Maur wing of the mall. At Town Center at Cobb, it will begin from 1-3 p.m. in the Center Court.

There will not be any live appearances.

Caregiver Support Class

Caring for a loved one with an illness can be challenging, so we hope you will join us and get the support and education you need. Meet with others as you share your experiences, learn beneficial coping techniques and find comfort with other caregivers who are also walking your path. Facilitated by Karla Brookreson-Owens.

BRASELTON: NGMC Braselton, Education Center 1400 River Place Monday, February 17; 1 – 2:30 p.m.

Diabetes Support Group

Diabetes Support Group meets 3rd Monday of each month at 6pm with different speakers each month to discuss different aspects of diabetes management.

WINDER: NGMC Barrow 316 North Broad Street Monday, February 17; 6 – 7 p.m.

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to be successful and how our center of excellence provides free services to support our patients every step of the way. Online registration requires an email address. If you'd like to register for Bariatrics 101 and don't have an email address, please register by phone at 800-347-1416. To learn about options for attending this class online, please call 770-219-0446.

GAINESVILLE: 675 White Sulphur Rd, Suite 260 Wednesday, February 12; 10 – 11:15 a.m.

Wednesday, February 26; 5 – 6:15 p.m.

Bariatric Weightlifting Class

This class will introduce our patients to light weight lifting that will help to prevent muscle wasting and tone after weight loss surgery. Resistance bands and light weights from 1-5 pounds will be provided.

GAINESVILLE: 675 White Sulphur Rd, Suite 125 Friday, February 14; 9 – 9:45 a.m.

Bariatric Yoga Class

Please join us for a relaxing Yoga class prior to Bariatric Support Group. This class is for new and existing patients going through their weight loss surgery journey and looking for a way to begin incorporating light exercise while accepting their body in its current state. You may bring your own Yoga mat, but we do have mats available for attendees to use.

GAINESVILLE: 675 White Sulphur Rd, Suite 125 Monday, February 17; 5 – 5:45 p.m.

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WINDER: NGMC Barrow 316 North Broad Street, Suite 380 Monday, February 10; 12 – 1 p.m.

North Georgia Dementia Support Group

A monthly support group for caregivers and loved ones dealing with the daily struggles associated with dementia. This group is designed to be a safe, stress-free environment where you can learn, share stories and meet others from your community who really understand - because they have been there too.

GAINESVILLE: Lanier Park Campus - Blue Ridge Room 675 White Sulphur Road Thursday, February 13; 6 – 7 p.m.

Childbirth Classes • • • •

Prepared Childbirth Breastfeeding Newborn Parenting Labor and Delivery Tour

For more information about Childbirth Education classes, visit nghs.com/ ob-classes

Register today!

800-347-1416 nghs.com/events

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ARTS&ENTERTAINMENT

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Visitors try out some of the activities in the “Our Senses” exhibit, which will open Feb. 8 at Fernbank in Atlanta.

SENSORY EXPERIENCE New exhibit about human senses opening at Fernbank

By Curt Yeomans curt.yeomans@ gwinnettdailypost.com

A new experiential exhibit that targets all of the senses will soon open at Fernbank.

The “Our Senses: An Immersive Experience” opens Feb. 8 at the museum, which is located at 767 Clifton Road NE in Atlanta. The exhibit runs through May 3 and is organized by American Museum of Natural History in New York.

“This highly immersive exhibit really showcases the senses, including how humans and other species simply could not survive without them — or the brain that decodes and processes the sensory information,” said Dr. Bobbi Hohmann, Vice President of Programming and Collections at Fernbank.

Visitors to the exhibit will get to see different aspects of sensory perception, such as: how different colors of light can change the way the world appears; using an infrared viewer to hunt like a snake; hear animal sounds that are usually outside a human’s hearing range; smell fragrant notes; and participate in a “touch zone” designed to engage nerve endings.

The exhibit will include challenges, technology and interactions designed to highlight those sensory functions as well as others. There will also be a live show that highlights the human senses.

“With the human drive for exploration and discovery, we have also been able to extend our senses and expand our abilities with technological innovations like microscopes, X-rays and ultrasonic sound waves,” Hohmann said. “Guests will discover how these and other advancements have allowed humans to explore our world beyond the biological senses to make new discoveries.”

Admission is $20 for adults, $19 for seniors and $18 for children ages 3-12.

Fernbank members will be admitted for free.

Ticket and other museum information is available at www.FernbankMuseum.org or by calling 404-929-6400.

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Visitors try out some of the activities in the “Our Senses” exhibit, which will open Feb. 8 at Fernbank in Atlanta.

IF YOU GO What: our senses: an immersive experience When: Feb. 8 through may 3 Where: Fernbank museum, 767 clifton road ne in atlanta Admission: $20 for adults, $19 for seniors, $18 for children ages 3-12 and free for Fernbank members.

More Info: Visit www.

Fernbankmuseum. org or call 404929-6400 photo: roderick mickens amnH

Visitors try out some of the activities in the “Our Senses” exhibit, which will open Feb. 8 at Fernbank in Atlanta.

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MOVIES

‘The Rhythm Section’ misses the mark on all counts HH

By Michael Clark Movie Critic

Over the course of the last 15 years, Blake Lively has proven to be a dependable, go-to B-level performer.

There were the two “Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants” flicks (one pretty good, one awful) where she proved capable executing teen chick melodrama. She then took that image, added crack, and made her mark as the villain on the long-running TV series “Gossip Girl” which greatly increased her profile but not her reputation as an actress with depth.

Since the end of “Gossip Girl,” Lively has bounced around from genre to genre with mostly disappointing results. Save for the shark thriller “The Shallows,” the underrated fantasy romance “The Age of Adeline” and the recent blistering black comedy/thriller “A Simple Favor,” Lively’s resume is littered with a slew of misfires and box office failures.

With “The Rhythm Section,” Lively takes a stab at the international action hero milieu and she fails miserably.

Not given much help from director Reed Morano (“Meadowland”) and screenwriter Mark Burnell (adapting his novel of the same name), Lively (in order) plays a woman with survivor’s guilt, a prostitute, a junkie, an unhappy boot camp soldier and finally an assassin whose calling card is different colored wigs and a “mastery” of every known form of handto-hand combat.

She takes out one foe (all larger, angrier males) after another and while she’s often bruised and bloodied, she is never in any serious danger.

After all, this is a potential

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Jude Law and Blake Lively star in Paramount Pictures’ “The Rhythm Section.” franchise in the making (as the ending confirms) and nothing kills that particular prospect quicker than having the lead character die in the first installment.

Three years and eight months after her family died in a plane crash deemed to be an accident, Stephanie (Lively) is approached by a journalist while she’s smoking heroin and turning tricks in a seedy London brothel.

As we are to find out repeatedly throughout, Stephanie never takes anyone at their word despite their obvious intentions to be on her side.

Told by the writer the truth behind the “accident,” Stephanie exhibits far too much naïveté and triggers the biggest suspect in the case to go underground. This leads to a protracted sequence with Boyd (Jude Law), a former MI-6 agent living in the (where else?) sticks of Scotland and they go through the numbers in scenes lifted straight from “Kill Bill, Vol. 2.” He smacks her about to

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Blake Lively and Sterling K. Brown star in Paramount Pictures’ “The Rhythm Section.” prep her for the tough battles ahead, and boy is he ever thorough. Every situation Boyd exposes Stephanie to shows up later on.

Two scenarios Boyd doesn’t offer counsel on involve different sorts of romantic en-

tanglements Stephanie has with characters played by Max Casella as a sex-addicted crime lord and Sterling K. Brown as a former CIA agent-turned black market information broker. Neither of these “interludes” come

across as remotely organic, sexy or natural and seem force-fit by the studio and the filmmakers.

In addition to the two “Kill Bill” flicks, Morano and Burnell present Stephanie and the plot in a manner of the title

characters from “Girl with the Dragon Tattoo,” “Salt,” and no less than three movies by Luc Besson: “Leon: The Professional,” “Anna” and “Lucy.”

Imitation (or in this case, redundancy) is nothing new in movies; Hollywood releases far more sequels, prequels, spin-offs, and rip-offs than new material every year. It’s better (read: safer) to go with the tried and true than to take chances on originality.

Although it is clear Lively is giving it her all, she’s just not cut out for the physical and/or emotional demands of the character, but then again, most performers (male and female alike) are not ideal choices for leads in action flicks. Mindless as they often are, action/adventure productions need to at least “look” believable and “The Rhythm Section” misses the mark on all counts.

It’s worth noting, “The Rhythm Section” (and yes, the head-scratching title is explained by Law’s character) was originally slated to be released in February 2019 and then November of 2019. It’s not unusual to reschedule release dates and moving any title from the dead of winter to the highlydesirable late fall season indicated the studio had high hopes for it.

What isn’t usual is for any movie to be rescheduled more than once and plunking down in the wasteland that is January became a huge red flag.

Considering “The Rhythm Section” is the only new major studio release coming out on this Super Bowl weekend, this could increase its chances of recouping at least some of its $50 million budget. In the action world $50 million is a paltry sum and before its theatrical and ondemand runs have expired, “The Rhythm Section” might make a profit, which could lead to a second installment.

Oh, the horror.

(Paramount)

Documentary gives interesting look at famous movie critic HHH

By Michael Clark Movie Critic

Preceding Siskel and Ebert by about 10 years, Pauline Kael was the first movie critic to achieve celebrity status, and for nearly a quarter-century she not only transformed the medium of criticism but influenced many filmmakers of the day. She could make or break a movie with a stroke of her pen (she only wrote in longhand) and is credited by some for giving the upstart American New Wave of the ’60s legitimacy with her glowing review of Arthur Penn’s 1967 “Bonnie & Clyde” starring Warren Beatty.

It would be interesting to read a review of “What She Said” by Kael (who died in 2001), a woman who followed no rules and approached every film from a different level every time. Visceral and precise with devilish, prickly charm, there was no predicting what Kael would write – something which kept filmmakers and studios on perpetual pins and needles.

Given Kael’s forthright bluntness and tendency to give every movie a thorough assessment, she would likely understand if not fully appreciate the inclusion of her sometimes messy personal life. An unwed mother whose daughter Gina was fathered by a bisexual man (James Broughton), Kael spent her early years juggling home and career while broadcasting re-

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Pauline Kael was the first movie critic to achieve celebrity status. views on California public radio. Not long after publishing her first book (“I Lost it at the Movies”), Kael landed a gig at “McCall’s” – a now-defunct glossy magazine geared mostly towards stay-at-home moms where she immediately began ruffling feathers.

Cementing her reputation as an iconoclast/rebel/contrarian, Kael panned many highprofile, otherwise acclaimed commercial releases including “A Hard Day’s Night,” “Dr. Zhivago,” “Lawrence of Arabia,” “The Pawnbroker” and “The Sound of Music.”

Needless to say, these negative opinions didn’t go over well with the more conservative readership and Kael was soon let go.

For two years (1966-67),

Kael worked for the evenmore conservative “The New Republic,” which frequently and radically changed her copy. Then came “Bonnie & Clyde.”

Refusing to even print Kael’s mammoth essay of the controversial crime drama, she took it to “The New Yorker” and the rest, as they say, is history. Kael remained with “The New Yorker” until her retirement 15 years later due to health concerns. But it was just the second-phase start of a career and included the further locking of horns with filmmakers, studios and other critics who didn’t fall in line with her opinions. Those writers who did follow her in lockstep (mostly male) were dubbed the “Paulettes.”

While he gets more right than wrong, rookie writer/ editor/producer/director Rob Garver glosses over or completely ignores the far-seedier aspects of Kael’s personality and professional relationships. Her lifelong animus toward “Village Voice” and “New York Observer” critic Andrew Sarris was that of legend. But here it is only given a mention by Sarris’ widow, Molly Haskel.

Rather than judge each movie on its own unique merits, Kael would champion (or dismiss) filmmakers’ entire output, often based on their country of origin (she loved Americans and looked down her nose at Europeans).

Film criticism – if it wasn’t obvious – is an inexact science.

For the most part “opinions” – and in particular opinions of art — are neither “right or wrong,” just informed and well or poorly written. One can buck the trend of the majority on occasion (I was one of the very few in the industry who didn’t care for “Casino Royale” from 2006) but if you are different for the sole reason of being perpetually disagreeable, readers will eventually figure it out and lose interest. On the other hand, if a critic bases their reviews on the writings of others (or audience reaction at screenings) they won’t be able to stick around for long.

Whether you’re a fan or not, there’s no denying Kael’s unique talent; you don’t have to agree with or like someone

to respect them. In the history of this discipline, only Siskel and Ebert have fared better – and much of their success is due to the fact Kael was out of the game by the time they rose to national attention.

It’s worth mentioning the large majority of people who do this kind of work are male, an unfortunate fact which has been the case since it started almost a century ago. Kael didn’t rise to the top of her field because a quota needed to be filled, but out of will, determination and raw talent. Being a woman at a time when so few others were around and to retain the respect of so many men who arrived in her wake makes her success and legend all the more impressive.

(Juno Films)