Fayette County June 2016

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ayette County is an amazing spot in the South Metro Atlanta area. It boasts some of the areas top schools, restaurants, physicians, and businesses. As a mother of four children, a serial entrepreneur, and a devoted wife, I am more than excited with the opportunity to be your publisher. Our goal at Fayette County Lifestyle is simple: to provide our readers with engaging and informative content that is relevant to your lives, along with information on local business that you can patronize.

As a resident of the South Metro area, I believe in the potential of Fayette County. I believe in the funds and the resources here. I believe that it’s worth it for us to invest resources into this community, to keep our residents and businesses here, and to draw new and diverse residents and business as well! And, I believe that when we do that, we will reap the benefits, and will be witness to an amazing wonder: the community will grow! New developments will pop up, new ideas will materialize; frankly, new things will happen. We’ll take the best of what Fayette County has been since it’s inception, the things that have made it great, and marry it with new energy. With that, Fayette County will continue to be a major draw for people in the South Metro area.

I look forward to watching this community flourish. Thank you for letting me into your home. I think I’ll stay awhile. Talk soon!

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FayetteCountyLifestyle.com ON THE COVER Conversations on fatherhood with a superintendent, an executive chef, a pastor, and a city manager. Pictures taken at the private estate of Tom and Vicki Turner.

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June 2016

Departments

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16 Man’s Best Friend is Right Next Door

Fayette County Animal Shelter houses pets in need of homes.

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Animal Kingdom

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Locally Owned

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Trend Setter

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Giving Back

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Driver’s Notebook

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Financial Buzz

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Lifestyle Calendar

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Parting Thoughts

18 Wild Game Picks for Your Palette

Due South Southern Cuisine offers a sense of the great outdoors

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20 Conversations with Men Making a Difference

Four influencers share their thoughts on careers, fatherhood and

style in Fayette County.

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Good Times

Hawaiian Run Thingy Brings the Arts and Diversity to the 5K

Families broke out their Hawaiian shirts and grass skirts for the second annual Hawaiian Run Thingy this spring. Beyond the run-walk-roll, there were hula dance lessons, limbo, trike races, Hawaiian shirt contests, bouncy house, live tropical birds, steel drums, Sandbox Discovery, acting workshops and more for the whole family. PHOTOGRAPHY JOHN FOX

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Fayette Chamber's Spring Golf Tournament is a Success The Fayette Chamber's Annual Business on the Green Classic took place this spring. With 200 golfers, 100 volunteers, and 60 sponsors, the event was more than a success! From early volunteers, to teams on the green, to a closing ceremony with food, music and awards, fun was had by all.

Debbie Britt (L) and Sheryl Watford (R)

(L-R) Greg Detwiler, Brian Chustz and Sal Longo Participants Enjoy Awards Ceremony

(L-R) Heather Brown Dunham, Pat McCarragher Jr., Sheila Dusseau and Piedmont Healthcare Team: Michael Burnett (far left), Scott Wolfe (3rd from left), Nathan Nipper (far right), and one other teammate Tracy Amabile Kotheimer

(L-R) Stephanie Johnson, Kyle Hood, Dawn Oparah

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Good Times

Business Women of Fayette and Coweta Bi-Monthly Meeting

The Business Women of Fayette and Coweta raised $3,800 for a classroom in Africa. Here they celebrate service and women in business at their bi-monthly meeting. PHOTOGRAPHY NICOLE BOLINGER

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2016 Atlanta Steeplechase Brings Fun and Festivities This year, a few of Fayette's own showed up to enjoy the races at the 2016 Atlanta Steeplechase.

It was a fun time for all. See highlights below.

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Fayette County represents under the Lifestyle Publications tent

Having a great time under the tent

Photography Scott Areman

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Around Town

AROUND TOWN

NEW MURAL IN CITY CENTER

TRINITY MEDICAL AND DENTAL PEDIATRIC CENTERS OF FAYETTEVILLE Trinity Medical and Dental Pediatric Centers of Fayetteville is a new pediatric practice that recently celebrated a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Dr. Paul McKoy and his highly trained staff administer caring and friendly service, making all of their patients feel like family. The colorful walls, themed with kids’ movie characters, offers a warm, fun environment for children. What makes Trinity different is that this new practice offers the opportunity to receive quality pediatric services all under one roof. With the newest technology,

A new mural highlights the beauty, industry and diversity of Fayetteville.

Trinity offers pediatric medicine, dentistry, orthodontics, periodontal

Completed by artist Scott McIntyre, the mural is located on the southwest

care, as well as urgent care services in the near future. Welcome to

corner of Lanier Avenue and Ga. Highway 85. This spring, city representa-

the neighborhood, Trinity!

tives and citizens joined McIntyre to celebrate its unveiling. Be sure to take in this energetic work of art when you drive through the city center.

ORCHESTRA WINS FIRST PLACE AT MUSIC IN THE PARKS FESTIVAL The sixth grade Silver Strings Orchestra at Bennett’s Mill Middle dominated the Music in the Parks Festival at Six Flags Over Georgia, taking home the top prize in their division. The orchestra earned straight superior ratings, receiving the first place trophy in the middle school division. Kevin Anderson directs the Silver Strings Orchestra. Music in the Parks takes place over a series of Saturdays in April and May at the Axis Arena within in the Gotham City section of Six Flags Over Georgia. Bennett’s Mill competed on April 16. The music festival is open to elementary, middle and high

FARMER'S MARKETS BEGIN THEIR SEASONS

school instrumental and choral groups. The mission of the festival

As the summer months begin, take advantage of some wonderful

is to bring together students and adjudicators in a positive learning

farmer's markets in our area. Our Community Farmer's Market is a

environment that will inspire students to strive not only for excellence,

producer-only farmers market that takes place on Saturday morn-

but also to make music a lifelong activity.

ings (9AM to 2PM) in MacDuff Crossing in Peachtree City. The

GRAND OPENING OF RAVIN HOMES SITES

Market staff visits member farms and kitchens to make sure its consumers are getting the highest quality produce and products.

The Fayette Chamber of Commerce celebrated the Grand Opening

Vendors range from farmers, dairies, ranchers, chefs, food artisans

of ten new home sites by Ravin Homes at a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

and artists, and are local to the market. Now through November 30,

on April 23, 2016. The festivities included a Block Party with food

2016. OurCommunityFarmersMarket.com.

and a DJ. The Villages at LaFayette Park effortlessly combines rustic elegance with the very best modern design details. This quiet, tucked away community is within walking distance of great dining, shopping, entertainment and parks. If you’re looking for a home with classic southern charm, you simply must visit The Villages.

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Close by, visit the Peachtree City Farmer's Market at the Aberdeen

Village

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and Saturdays from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. The Farmer's Market has more than 40 farmers and artisans that come out each week offering the freshest produce, homemade breads, jams, jellies, local honey, grass fed meats, goat cheese and so much more. PtcFarmersMarket.org

and customers meet each Saturday morning from 9am until noon to share in their passion for sustainable food and local art. Now through November 19. SerenbeFarms.com/Market

6TH ANNUAL FARM TO TABLE BENEFIT AND NEW EDUCATION LEGACY FUND Summer will be here presenting healthy, fresh veggies

If you're in Fayetteville, stop just off the square. Fayetteville Main

along with Southern Conservation Trust’s 6th Annual Farm to

Street welcomes everyone to browse through a variety of ven-

Table Benefit on June 9th, 2016. The feature of the evening is

dors showcasing their homemade and homegrown products.

a desire to eat fresh, healthy food from local farmers. This year

Everything from jewelry, jellies, flowers, fresh produce, bird-

is locals’ opportunity to buy “straight from the farm” food pre-

houses, basket weaving and homemade dog treats are available

sented by our local farmers. They will be set up to welcome

for sale to the public. Starting June 18, every third Saturday from

your interaction and purchases so you can take some of their

10AM - 2PM. Fayetteville-GA.gov

yummy produce home for your enjoyment! Along with the beau-

For a destination farmer's market experience in Chattahoochee

tiful setting, the evening will include a splash of Blue Grass by

Hills, GA you'll love a

Flint River Ramblers and guests will be greeted to the sounds

visit to Serenbe. The

of Peach Pickers. A touch of fun in the silent auction and an

Serenbe Farmers and

awesome live auction will help SCT continue to serve its com-

Artists Market is an

munities with conserved greenspace, farms, and public nature

eclectic market com-

areas. The Benefit also honors and celebrates the tenure of Pam

prised of small local

Young, executive director of the Southern Conservancy Trust,

and sustainable grow-

who retires after 30 years of nonprofit service. In honor of Pam

ers,

and

the Southern Conservancy Trust has established The Pam Young

broad

Educational Legacy Fund to ensure environmental learning ini-

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Animal Kingdom

Your New Best Friend Might Be Right Around the Corner FAYETTE COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER AWAITS YOUR VISIT

Banjo at one year old

ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY SAM PECORARO

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ounty operated Animal Control facilities often instill fear into the hearts of animal lovers and carry a negative stigma. The notion that bloodthirsty monsters fill such facilities, waiting to euthanize innocent animals, often prevails in the minds of our citizens. However, one visit to Fayette County Animal Shelter will lay these reservations to rest. This establishment is filled with dedicated, caring staff and committed volunteers. In reality, high euthanasia rates directly result from irresponsible pet owners within the community. Adoption Coordinator Karol Padgett gives the following advice to the residents of Fayette County: “It’s extremely important for all citizens to spay and neuter their pets to reduce overpopulation. Also, avoid

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allowing them to run at large, and keep a collar with tags on your pet at all times.”

Banjo, the Australian Cattle Dog/American Pit Bull Terrier mix, is the staff favorite at Fayette County Animal Shelter. This sweet boy waits patiently day after day for a family to call his own. However, with little interest in this young, energetic dog, he must continue lingering in his kennel. He comes from an unknown background, but quickly wins over the heart of anyone taking the time to spend with him. When you speak to him, his ears raise and lower expressively. He will happily bring you his favorite toy, time and again, or remain perfectly content lying across your lap. At only a year old, he longs for children to play with and a fenced in backyard (or even a jogging companion.)

Not everyone is ready to adopt a new family member, but there are many ways to assist Fayette County Animal Shelter with their efforts! They need volunteers daily to assist with cleaning kennels, exercising animals, and providing socialization. The staff also greatly appreciates donations of wet/dry cat and dog food, cat litter, cleaning supplies, blankets, treats, and toys.

Monetary donations for veterinary care are accepted at the Animal Medical Clinic of Peachtree City. Please consider taking time out of your schedule to go meet Banjo and all his friends at the shelter. You may leave with your new best friend!

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and Bryan Gardner, the restaurant gets its name from its proximity, just south of The Avenue Shopping Center in Peachtree City, Georgia. Due South has prided itself on a taste and feel that is authentic to contemporary southern excellence. In this issue, we give you a sense of some special tastes that harken the great outdoors. From drinks to appetizer to entree, enjoy these wild game themed picks.

For more information, visit DueSouthPtc.com.

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MEET MEN WHO ARE MAKING A Difference in Fayette County

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Pictures taken at the private estate of Tom and Vicki Turner

Candid Conversations with a Superintendent, a Business Owner, A Pastor and a Town Manager ARTICLE OGECHI OPARAH | PHOTOGRAPHY PITTER GOUGHNOUR

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ot too long ago, I had the pleasure of sitting down with four incredible men. What struck me at first was their generos-

ity of spirit with their time, given such busy schedules. It wasn't until the conversations began that I learned how their upbringing has indelibly shaped who they are today. In this question and answer format, we take a look at some of their influences, career highs to date, and life lessons.

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MEN MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN FAYETTE COUNTY

(CON TI N UED)

DR. JOSEPH BARROW DR. JOSEPH BARROW SUPERINTENDENT OF FAYETTE COUNTY SCHOOLS

Dr. Joseph Barrow began as Superintendent of Schools in 2013. Here he discusses style, family lessons, and what he lives by.

FCL: How has your father's influence shaped your life?

JB: My father instilled in me a strong work ethic very early. Neither of

my parents graduated from high school, but both valued education.

My father taught me that any challenge you can overcome by showing up, being consistent, and working hard.

FCL: What advice has stuck with you through the years?

JB: Try to treat people like you would want to be treated. From the

governor to a state senator, to the man on the side of the road in jeans, I try to treat people with respect regardless of any issue.

FCL: What motto do you live by?

JB: Much like my value promise, I am a champion for children. Pro-

fessionally, I answer to the Board of Education, but I truly believe that education is the pathway to achieving the American Dream. And I want that for every single child, regardless of their background.

FCL: When we say style in Fayette County, what comes to mind?

JB: Diverse sophistication. There is a lot of diversity in this commu-

nity, and that is something we can look at not as a weakness, but as a strength.

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JOE HANNA JOE HANNA

EXECUTIVE CHEF AND CO-OWNER OF HANNA BROTHERS EXTREME MOTION PICTURE CATERING SERVICES

When we ask chef Joe Hanna about his favorite places to do business, he says with a laugh, “Of course, Pinewood Studios!” Co-owner of Studio Cafe, located in Pinewood Atlanta’s film and television studios, he and his brother make it a point to serve with excellence. With 27 years of motion picture catering experience, Hanna shares some of his influences and advice from over the years.

FCL: What do you love most about your career?

JH: Definitely the camaraderie. We are very passionate about what

we do. When you are working with a crew sometimes 18 hours a day, seeing each other 20 to 40 weeks, you come to depend on each other. But you are also being successful together, and that’s the best feeling in the world.

FCL: How has your father's influence shaped your life?

JH: My father taught me that lots of people will be way more talented

than you, but never let any of them outwork you. If you want it, you can do anything as long as you do what it takes.

FCL: What advice has stuck with you through the years?

JH: Stay humble. You are better than nobody, and remember that ev-

erything you’ve got, you’ve got from the Lord.

FCL: If I say style in Fayette County, what comes to mind?

JH: Wonderful galas at Pinewood Studios, amazing fundraisers; it’s

the way people in this community rally around to support you. It’s the sponsorship, love, and support that to me is amazingly stylish. You won’t find something quite like this in your larger cities.

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MEN MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN FAYETTE COUNTY

(CON TI N UED)

KYLEKYLEHOOD HOOD TYRONE TOWN MANAGER

Kyle Hood’s sense of humor is always apparent in a crowd, but his story is not one that most people know. Serving as town manager for the last four years, Hood has become a recognized leader in Fayette County, especially within the business community.

FCL: How has your father's influence shaped your life?

JB: My father traveled quite a bit, so it was quality over quantity. Our

time together was always more about depth than length. Neither of my parents had a college education. They were blue collar workers, who instilled in me a work ethic and an attitude to live the American dream, to do what people swam across oceans for.

FCL: What was one of your proudest moments?

KH: The day my mom and grandma saw me on the cover of an At-

lanta magazine. It was tangible evidence of what they’ve worked and sacrificed for.

FCL: What excites you most about your career now?

KH: Being able to actually see changes being made. There is often

a disconnect between American people and their government, and you see this from the presidential campaign on down. It’s nice to have someone at the local level you can call, e-mail or stop by and visit, who can actually address the things you are concerned about. We are agents of that change, and that means a lot to me.

FCL: I hear you have pets?

JB: Yes! I have one dog named Pepper. She’s a pound puppy. It’s one

of those situations where it’s not clear who rescued whom. She’s a mixed breed, super smart, and the quintessential man’s best friend.

FCL: When we say style in Fayette County, what comes to mind?

To me, there is no defined style, because there are a so many different styles, especially in this community.

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BASEAN BASEAN JACKSON JACKSON PASTOR AT FELLOWSHIP OF LOVE CHURCH

For eight years, BaSean A. Jackson has led the Fellowship of Love Church. A graduate of Morehouse College and Emory University and a father of one, Jackson talks to us about what fatherhood has meant to him, and his role in the Fayette community.

FCL: How has your father's influence shaped your life?

BJ: A few things. One, my father was very convicted. Seeing someone who

lived this life influences me now in that, when I feel strongly about something, I know that it means paying the price. My father was also very studious: he loved to read. Each night he’d go to sleep with a book and wake up with one, and I do that too. And then, my father taught me that a dad did everything.

From doing my sister’s hair, to cooking. When my son is older, there is not anything that I want my son to say that I didn’t do.

FCL: What advice has stuck with you through the years?

BJ: Do everything. Don’t be too macho to not do everything your child

needs you to do. Waking up in the middle of the night for that infant, feeding him, caring for him. These become connecting points down the road. They make a huge difference.

FCL: What is one of your proudest moments?

BJ: It’s a number of moments. When I see someone in the community

and they know our church because of what we’ve done for them or for someone they know, that makes me the most proud.

FCL: What motto do you live by?

BJ: Simple: live in love.

FCL: When we say style in Fayette County, what comes to mind?

BJ: It’s probably funny to say this, but I think of the distinguished women of the

Fayette Chamber of Commerce. I have to give a shout out to Debbie Britt. I remember first meeting Debbie Britt when she was the Executive Director of Fayette Senior Services, and just remember thinking she is always so stylish.

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Trend Setter

The LumberGent: LIFESTYLE OF AN URBAN GENTLEMAN

ARTICLE MYAH CLEMONS PHOTOGRAPHY RON HILL, DREXINA NELSON

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met photographer, Ron Hill, about a year ago while speaking to a group of young women on style at a studio in downtown Atlanta.

Our encounter was brief that day, but we exchanged contacts and decided to meet on a later date to discuss a few of his upcoming projects. One evening at Octane, Ron’s favorite coffee shop in the Westside District, he introduced what is now The LumberGent. After only a year, Ron is gaining traction, not only for his photography, but his personal style and aesthetic. On his Instagram page, @RonHill the images seen are reflective of an urban gent. His visuals tell a story of the photographer’s lifestyle and the elements he surrounds himself by to be creative. His love for denim, leather, and warm color pallet often appear in his work.

While styling a shoot for Ron a few weeks ago there were moments where I realized how intentional he is in capturing the smallest details, from the cuff of a pair of trousers to the slant of a fedora. When asked how he wanted people to receive his work he shared, “Along with my photography, I want people to recognize Ron as a lifestyle brand. Everything I do, the way I dress, the way I shoot – it all represents The LumberGent.”

A few days before our interview, I received a text from Ron of an illustrated portrait of himself. I replied, “Cool, who did this?” He told me it was the work of a follower on Instagram. I called him immediately and when he answered I said, “ You know you’ve made it when you get illustrated on the gram,” we both laughed.

CONTINUED >

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Trend Setter

(CON TI N U ED)

WHAT IS THE LUMBERGENT?

The LumberGent is a lifestyle brand combining the classic masculinity of a lumberjack with the timeless sophisticated of a gentleman.

A LumberGent is both refined and rugged, possessing an enviable beard and a penchant for fine whiskey.

Q: HOW DID THAT IDEA OF THAT LUMBER-

GENT COME ABOUT? A: The idea of the lumbergent came from me

homing in on things that I like to do such as go to coffee shops, visit art museums, and study the store window. I like how in all of these scenarios they create a small set with their product.

I like to combine my personal style with styles of people that inspire me: it's the Fedora hats that my father has been wearing my whole life, the classic gentlemen style of Sean Connery, the vintage flair of Ralph Lauren, and the confidence of an Andre 3000.

Q: HOW DO YOU INCORPORATE THE

LUMBERGENT IN YOUR WORK? A: I incorporate the lumbergent in my work in

many ways. If you look at older images taken from the 70’s, it was often very minimalist. I take the less is more approach in my work. I also like to combine classic or vintage edge in some way.

Q: WHO IS THE LUMBERGENT? A: The lumbergent is the any guy that lives the

Rugged and Refined lifestyle! Such as the guy that works for corporate America or an artist that takes the train to get inspiration for his next art piece or your local mechanic.

Q: WHAT IS MOST IMPORTANT WHEN

SHOOTING? WHAT IS YOUR PROCESS? A: Most important thing when I shoot is paying

attention to details and creating a story within those details.

Q: There is a movement happening with men

in fashion. In the last few years menswear fashion has taken on a more prominent position on social media and the runway. What do you have to say about this?

A: I personally have to respect it. But some-

times I look at some of the men’s fashion today CONTINUED >

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and say what is going on? Sometimes it gets a little bit too creative for me, and I have an interest in the classic and timeless styles. Brands like Billy Reid, RRL, or the classic Tom Ford suit.

Q: WHAT DO YOU WANT PEOPLE TO

KNOW ABOUT YOUR MOVEMENT? A: The LumberGent movement is bring-

ing back the intrigue of masculinity, opting for gentler, artistic angles that seize the spirit of the man. We use modern techniques with vintage sensibilities to highlight personal style and their day-today living, character and intellect.

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Giving Back

A BETTER WAY MINISTRIES SHARES ITS MISSION

ARTICLE PROVIDED

A REFUGE FOR MEN IN TRANSITION

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n a wealthy community like Fayette County, it may be easy to miss pockets of high need often hidden from view. However, for men who have faced addiction or incarceration, there is a place to go to help turn their lives around. Located in Peachtree City, Georgia, A Better Way Ministries is a faith-centered organization dedicated to helping men see their way through hard times and into a better life. To feed, house, and care for the needs of over 70 men each day, A Better Way Ministries has a not-for profit thrift store (A Better Way Bargains) and also maintain a number of for profit services, such as a moving company (A Better Way Movers), to a sign and print shop (A Better Way Signs & Printing), to a custom table shop (More Than a Table). Below, A Better Way Ministries shares more about its program, which you can also read about at their website. For more information visit: http://www. abetterwayministries.com.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM PROVIDED BY A BETTER WAY MINISTRIES

A Better Way Ministries, Inc is a place for men, ages 17-55, to find refuge from life controlling issues such as drugs and alcohol.

Our program is Christ centered and Biblically based.

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equipped to seek Jesus Christ for the answers they so desperately need. A Better Way Ministries is not simply a rehab facility, we are a discipleship program. We are passionate about guiding our students to become fully transformed men of God, leaving destructive life patterns behind.

Many of the men in our program came to us with very little knowledge of the saving Gospel of Jesus Christ. We are absolutely committed to the daily spiritual growth of our students through personal Bible devotions, corporate worship and prayer, church services and specialized classes and study materials. We feel all of these commitments are necessary to provide the depth and knowledge that is crucial for authentic life change.

An 18 month discipleship program such as ours may seem daunting at first. A sudden lifestyle change from selfishness to structure can be very difficult; but our standards are non-negotiable. Communication with family and friends will be cut off for a period of several months. Our days start early at 4:45am. All types of nicotine products are strictly prohibited. Guidelines regarding hygiene, dress attire, organization, speech, attitude and personal responsibility – all individually enforced. The bar is set high at A Better Way Ministries, but if a man is willing to go the distance to experience true life change; we will most definitely go the distance for him.

A Better Way Ministries’ Cultural Beliefs:

• Living Spirit Filled – attaining restoration by living completely dependent on the Holy Spirit.

• Embracing Diversity – embracing and celebrating people the way Jesus would.

• Being a Servant – surrendering my personal rights day and night so that others may succeed.

• Creating Family – embracing my brother’s heart in spiritual unity through God’s love.

• Advancing Education– developing the mind of Christ by teaching God’s word.

• Building Trust – doing what we say and protecting what we hear.

• Maturity Matters – putting away childish things by being accountable and accepting responsibility.

Are you or someone you love struggling with addiction?

Our program can help. For more information concerning our program guidelines, financial requirements or admission details contact: Philip Bowden (Intake Director) | 770-599-8111 | philip@abetterwayministries.com

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Driver’s Notebook

JAGUAR’S REDESIGNED XF KEEPS ITS SPORTS-CAR SOUL ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY TOM STRONGMAN

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he Jaguar XF has been redesigned for 2016 with a new aluminum-intensive architecture, revised exterior and the choice of two supercharged V-6 engines.

Jaguar has often used aluminum to reduce weight, and the allwheel-drive XF is 265 pounds lighter than the outgoing model.

The rear-wheel-drive version is 132 pounds lighter. Lighter weight means better fuel economy and the new car is rated at 20 miles per gallon in the city and 30 mpg on the highway.

In addition to the new aluminum-intensive architecture, other changes include a more vertical front end, shorter front overhang, a 2-inch longer wheelbase and new rear quarter windows.

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The XF still has the soul of a sports car lurking inside its svelte sedan body. Nearly ideal weight distribution enables the car to tackle turns with confidence and security. Jaguar’s press materials indicate that “aerodynamics are improved by using vents in the front bumper to channel air over the front wheels. This helps to prevent the turbulent wheel wake from disturbing the smooth laminar airflow passing around the car.”

There are four trim levels, each available with rear-wheel or allwheel drive. Prices start at $51,900 for the 340-horsepower Premium and top out at $65,700 for the 380-horsepower all-wheel-drive S. The car I drove from Jaguar’s press fleet was a rear-wheel-drive S with the 380-horsepower, supercharged V-6 and an eight-speed automatic transmission.

For added security in all the warmest of climates, I would opt for the allwheel-drive version as long as the additional $3,000 is not a wallet buster.

Performance and handling are balanced with comfort and enough room for four people to ride comfortably. Thanks to supercharging, the power band is wide enough so that you

2016 JAGUAR XF S ENGINE:

3.0-liter, 380-horsepower V-6

TRANSMISSION:

Eight-speed automatic

Rear-wheel drive WHEELBASE:

116.5 inches

CURB WEIGHT: BASE PRICE: AS-DRIVEN:

3,770 pounds

$62,700 $75,145

MPG RATING: 20 in the city, 30 on the highway

don’t have to work the engine hard in everyday traff ic.

The eight-speed automatic transmission is a perfect match for this engine. Jaguar says it shifts “in just 200 milliseconds, or four times faster than the average human resting heartbeat.” Shift paddles on the steering wheel enable the driver to take control at any time.

The test car’s cabin was pleasant and serene. The instrument panel now has a curved design that is similar to that of the XJ, and it extends into the door panels. Vents in the instrument panel open when the car is started and close when it is turned off.

The main instrument cluster is a thin-film-transistor LCD panel that looks like an analog speedometer but its appearance and function can be changed. The audio and navigation systems are controlled through a 10.2-inch touch screen or by knobs on the lower part of the instrument panel. Jaguar’s menu system always seems a bit complex so having redundant switches for the climate control is helpful.

Wind and road noise are nicely muted and the seats are widely adjustable. The leather seats have excellent lateral and lumbar support. Keyless entry, heated front seats, split-folding rear seats and a Meridian audio system were part of the test car’s standard equipment. Navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, Sirius satellite radio, blind-spot monitor and a rearview camera were also included.

The test car’s base price was $62,700. Options included black metallic paint, black trim, heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats, electric rear sunshade, four-zone climate control, suede cloth headliner, adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, park assist, head-up display and black 20-inch wheels. The sticker price was $75,145.

PRICE:

WARRANTY: Five

years or 60,000 miles

POINT: The restyled XF S bears a strong resemblance to the previous model but it is sleeker, lighter, longer and better looking. The supercharged V-6 delivers ample power at all speeds. The aluminum architecture saves more than 200 pounds and that results in improved fuel economy.

COUNTERPOINT: The all-black test car needed some bright accents to give it more personality.

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Financial Buzz

Is Your Lifestyle Temporary?

MAKE YOUR FINANCIAL PROSPERITY LAST WITH THESE TIPS ARTICLE ANDRE WILLIAMS | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

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n the song “Live it Up”, written by R&B songwriter John Legend, the lyrics reflect a shift from a life of struggle and hardship (no more robbing Peter

to pay Paul or putting it in the lay-a-way) to one of prosperity and celebration of the good life. Similarly, this is what occurs when we advance in our career or business and experience a gradual increase in income that creates the opportunity to elevate our standard of living. Whereas Outback was the go to back in the day when times were leaner, Rathbun’s is the place for a good steak now. K&G was a staple for suits when ends didn’t quite meet then Men’s Wearhouse became the norm as cash flows improved followed by customized threads compliments of a personal tailor. Those clothes have to go somewhere right? No problem because that income helped get a mortgage approved on a dream house with a huge walk-in closet and 3 car garage for those dream cars too. All the hard work has paid off and the good life is here, but is it here to stay or is it temporary?

If you are a high income earner with no game plan to accumulate wealth, the reality is that your lifestyle may be at risk. Think about it. If you lost your job today, how would the mortgage, car note, groceries, nanny, and kid’s private school tuition get paid and how long would your savings support these obligations? If the outlook is grim and you’re back to robbing Peter to pay Paul, then you may have a higher level of paycheck dependency than you know.

Many of us take our income for granted possessing a false sense of comfort in knowing that the next paycheck will soon come. This

• Invest excess cash in the bank: Money doesn’t grow on trees

blind euphoria is like riding on a calm river before the waterfall; all

or in banks either these days. Transition cash beyond the equiva-

is well until it’s not. It’s the reason I’ve met prospective clients over

lent of 6-12 months living expenses to your investment account so

the years wanting to invest $100,000 for the next 4-6 years because

it can grow for you.

retirement “snuck up on them” and they had not saved over the last

• Invest in a tax efficient manner: Taxes reduce your wealth! Utilize

30 years (I mean zero) and needed to catch up even though they were

strategies that limit their impact on the growth of your assets.

earning $300k+ per year during that time. Shockingly, despite that

• Diversify assets: Be sure your portfolio is properly diversified

short savings window, some expected to replace a good portion of

across the various asset classes to help control volatility and improve

their income! Remember that waterfall?

long term performance.

Ideally, your dependency on your salary should become less over the years as you build your wealth, but this requires proactive and deliberate

Here’s to the good life lasting a lifetime!

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Parting Thoughts

Reflections on Fatherhood PASTOR AT THE UPPER ROOM CHURCH SPEAKS MALE ROLES ARTICLE DR. FRANKLIN BATTLE, JR.

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s a boy, I was not raised by my father. I was raised by my grandmother and many women of the

family. I had several uncles that were around, but they didn’t take the role of a father figure in my life; instead, I observed their many negative behaviors. When it came time for me to become a man, a husband, and a father, with a desire to have a strong successful family, I realized that I didn’t have that role model.

How was I going to handle all of the challenges of being a husband and being a father? There was no male there to teach me these necessary skills. I remembered instead what not to do from the men I was exposed to growing up, because of all the difficulties they had.

I had to learn these roles through experience, trial and error. I had to learn the duties of a man and adjust my responsibilities to fit my role as head of the household.

My transition to manhood was not an easy one, but it has been successful through God’s guidance and the lessons that I learned through experience.

Because of this, I am now able to effectively minister and train the men of my ministry to equip them to successfully lead their household.

Here are a few lessons that come to mind that have helped me prosper: • Rely on the talents of each individual in the household to make a family strong. My responsibility was not to cook meals for my family, but rather to work outside the home to provide for my family.

• Discipline was invaluable to teach and train my children. It may be difficult, but everyone reaps the benefits in the long-term.

• Stay involved in your children’s lives, no matter what, because the presence and love of a father is like no other.

It is so vitally important to break the generational cycles and reclaim fatherhood for the well-being of future generations.

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