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Rockdale’s ‘Slate of 8’ galvanizes base as election countdown nears
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Voter groups rally on National Voter Registration Day By Joshua Smith
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s Congressman Hank Johnson led supporters through a chorus of Peter, Paul and Mary’s Civil Rights classic, “If I Had a Hammer,” and Congressman John Lewis recalled voter suppression in the 1960s, the message was clear: Get out and vote. “People died for their right, people struggled for their right to vote and there are forces in America today that are trying to make it hard and difficult for people to register to vote,” Lewis told a crowd during the National Voter Registration Day at the state Capitol. The Congressional Black Caucus, voter groups and Civil Rights organizations around the nation used the day, Sept. 26, to collectively rally citizens to register to vote by the Oct. 9 deadline. The push came as the election cranks up full speed. Absentee voting is under way now. Mailed ballots must be received by Nov. 2. Early voting begins at select precincts on Oct. 15 and ends Nov. 2. The General Election is Nov. 6. The Congressional Black Caucus is fighting voter suppression tactics they say are designed to discourage people from registering and going to the polls. At least 34 states have introduced laws that would require voters to show photo identification in order to vote and at least 12 states have introduced laws that would require proof of citizenship such as a birth certificate, to register to vote or to vote. In Georgia, voter ID laws were passed in 2005, making the state one of the earliest adopters of voter suppression techniques. The states that have cut back on voting rights provide 171 electoral votes in 2012 – 63 percent of the 270 needed to win the presidency. “Across the country, our Constitutional right to vote is under attack,” said Rep. Johnson. “Sweeping new state voter laws – including an end to same-day registration, cuts to early voting and voter ID laws – create barriers for millions of voters. Nothing is more fundamental in our democracy than the right to vote. We must reject any attempts to curb citizens’ access to the ballot.”
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By Valerie J. Morgan
CONYERS—With the Nov. 6 elections just a few weeks away, Rockdale County’s Democratic candidates have united as one team to chart a new political course and push their slate. Calling themselves Democrats United, the slate of eight candidates are pooling their resources to canvass neighborhoods, phone banks, host meet-and-greets, and reach as many voters in Rockdale County as they can. “Candidates working together is something you don’t see often in political races. It’s exciting that it’s happening here in Rockdale,” said Tisa Smart Washington, chair of the Rockdale County Democratic Party. “Democrats are organized, strategic and working together to move our county forward. The party has opened a headquarters, which is providing candidates a place to meet and resources to the push the whole slate.” The “Slate of 8” even has a billboard on I-20 bearing all of their names and the offices they are seeking—from Rockdale CEO to county coroner. The billboard is located on I-20 between West
Avenue and Sigman Road, visible to westbound travelers. Slate members say their goal is to duplicate the Democratic victory experienced in 2008 when Rockdale turned blue. It was in 2008 that Barack Obama garnered 20,528 Rockdale votes (54.4 percent of the turnout) to beat out candidate John McCain, who earned 16,920 from Rockdale (or 44.8 percent of ballots cast). President Obama’s win at the top of the ticket translated into wins by a narrow margin for three out of the four Rockdale candidates, who averaged 50.7 percent of the vote. On Sept. 13, Democrats United held its first joint event, a voter education forum, at the JP Carr Services Center Community Room, and followed it up by visiting churches around the county, pushing for President Barack Obama, state, and their own campaigns. “Coming together like this demonstrates our strength and shows that we are united as a team,” said Rockdale CEO Richard Oden, who is running for a second, four-year term. “We share a lot of the same common goals in that we are seeking transparency in government.”
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Panola Slope ready to test street food By Valerie J. Morgan
DECATUR—A variety of food trucks will roll into DeKalb County for a festival of its own near the end of October. Organizers are bringing the Food Truck Festival to Panola Slope, a new live, work and play brownstone community in South DeKalb. Vaughn Irons, who is marketing Panola Slope at 5600 Covington Highway in Decatur, plans to create a vibrant food truck park during the twoday festival that would be similar to the food trucks that go to Smyrna, Atlanta’s Virginia Highlands neighborhood, INSIDE
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Atlantic Station and the Howell Mill Food Truck Park. “When we first broke ground at Panola Slope last November, we said that this new mixed-use site would be a driving force in helping to move the Hidden Hills area forward,” said Irons, who is CEO of APD Solutions. “Initiating the food truck festival here is an integral part in redefining urban living, giving residents more reasons to want to live, work and play right outside of their doorsteps.” The food truck movement has been around for years in places like New York City and Washington D.C. With Metro Atlanta communities embracing the concept over the last two years, Irons said he plans to push for DeKalb officials to allow for designated food truck sites throughout the county. Irons said he likes the concept because the food trucks would not only provide vibrant spaces, but eliminate blight in some areas, while increasing the number of small businesses in DeKalb. He said Panola Slope is ideal because the site offers plenty of open space for the trucks and
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Mobile vendors at the Howell Mill Food Truck Park near downtown Atlanta offer fare ranging from fish tacos to barbecue to the working crowd during lunch break.
other vendors. Irons said he wants to offer the single and married professionals and families who buy the brownstones at Panola Slope as many amenities as possible—from a variety of food options to shops, salons, barbershops and other services. The food trucks might be an option offered on a regular basis, if people support the idea.
DeKalb Commissioner Lee May said he is looking forward to the two-day event at Panola Slope. “It’s a creative idea. I think it will be a wonderful opportunity to bring people together, enjoy food and showcase the new brownstones,” said May. The Food Festival at Panola Slope will be held Oct. 27 and 28, noon to 6 p.m.
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Witness The Making Of History Sunday, October 21, 2012 • 6:00 P.M. Antioch-Lithonia Missionary Baptist Church
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Mark Hayes in one of the most soughtafter concert pianists in the world today. Many in the music industry are of the opinion that he is the greatest pianist of this era. Hayes is increasing in demand as a performer, composer, arranger, orchestrator and conductor. He earned a Bachelor’s of Music degree in piano performance, graduating magna cum laude from Baylor University. His personal catalog includes 600 published original compositions and arrangements, many of which are regularly featured by the American Choral Directors’ Association and the Music Educator’s National Conference. His predominate output is Christian choral music; Many believe his arrangements of traditional African-American spirituals are his greatest works. He also has a number of solo piano albums and keyboard folios to his credit. Hayes has served as an adjunct professor of composition at Midwest Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Missouri. He is a recurring recipient of the Standard Award from The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, and his album, “I’ve Just Seen Jesus,” received the Dove Award in 1986 for the best Praise and Worship album.
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Mom takes defiant son to corner over poor grades, bad behavior By Joshua Smith
STONE MOUNTAIN— Charles Douglass, 12, had an unusual homework assignment recently. It was one that engaged his whole family—and the community where he lives. While the Stephenson Middle School student’s peers were getting ready for football practice, studying for quizzes and working on class projects after school, Douglass stood along side his mother, father and 10-year-old sister at the intersection of Deshon and Rockbridge roads holding a sign that announced to afternoon traffic that he had failed his school progress report card—as in Fs in all five of his classes this school year. He was put to shame much like Hester, the character in Nathaniel Hawthorne’s classic, The Scarlett Letter. “It was very embarrassing. All these people from school and my bus were stopping to take pictures,” said Douglass, who is in the sixth grade. Douglass’s mother, Cynthia King, said she punished her son by embarrassing him because she was weary of his behavior in school: acting out in class, bullying other kids, hiding homework, distracting classmates from learning and lying about homework assignments.
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Charles Douglass, 12, holds a homemade sign displaying his recent poor behavior and bad grades. The Stephenson Middle School student has vowed to do better to avoid the embarrassing punishment in the future.
“He was disrespecting teachers everyday. I was tired of getting calls from teachers about Charles. I don’t beat my kids. I am always thinking of new ways to reprimand my children when they continue to misbehave,” said King. “I’ve gotten mixed reactions from the community for doing this, but most were positive. The police even honked and waved and encouraged me to stay on my son until things get better.” King says the family stood in front of the McDonald’s for more than four hours while people waved, honked and took pictures. Some even stopped and
offered tutoring services, giving new meaning to the notion that it takes a village to raise a child. “I know it was embarrassing for Charles. Hey, I had to stand out there, too, but something had to be done to break through to my son that the wrong actions can and will have consequences,” said King. “I even put a video of the whole thing on Facebook with everybody supporting me with their comments and likes.” King says she got the idea about the sign from a Douglasville mom who punished her son for skipping school and stealing. The Georgia moms are not alone. Other parents across
the country have done the same thing, according to several news reports. “We as parents can’t discipline our kids the way our parents did us. I can remember being hit with switches and all, but it’s a different time in society now. Kids can call 9-1-1 and they can be taken from you just like that,” said King. “Some people might think that it is too embarrassing to do, but at the end of the day, the parent has to deal with the child at their home. When you’ve taken away the video games and tried the timeouts and other punishments, you’re forced to try new things.”
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Gwinnett first responders host Public Safety Festival
DECATUR—DeKalb County Commissioner Larry Johnson will host a Town Hall meeting on Oct. 4, 6:30 p.m., at Drew Carter School, 301 East Lake Blvd., Atlanta. “This is an opportunity for citizens to come out and get some valuable information about the community. The district encompasses a portion of the City of Atlanta and each year, I like to hold a meeting in the area,” said Johnson. “I am celebrating 10 years of service to the community this year, and wish to extend my thanks to everyone in the District for helping to make ‘District 3, the place to be.’ Representatives from the DeKalb Solicitor’s Office and Animal Services will also be on hand. Residents interested in adopting a pet can do so at the meeting. 404-371-2988.
Exploring the history of Black Native Americans The Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown library, 2861 Wesley Chapel Road, Decatur, will host “When Tribes Meet: The History of Black Native Americans,” on Oct. 6, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Black Native Americans are people of African American descent, usually with significant Native American ancestry, who also have strong ties to Native American culture, social, and historical traditions. Certain Native American tribes had close relations with African Americans, especially those where slavery was prevalent. The public is invited to join library staff and local historians to explore the blending of African American and Native American cultures through literature, storytelling, dance and food. Registration not required. For more information, call 404-286-6980.
Arts and music festival set at Harmony Park The City of Decatur and Decatur Arts Alliance will host the 2012 Arts & Music Festival on Oct. 13, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., at Oakhurst’s Harmony Park in Decatur, located at the corner of East Lake Drive and Oakview Road. The festival features local artists, live musical performances, a community area showcasing Decatur-based nonprofit groups, free kids activities in the Kids Zone, parade at 2 p.m., and food and beverages for purchase from local Oakhurst restaurants. 404-371-9583.
Stone Mountain ready for Oktoberfest Historic Stone Mountain Village, 922 Main Street, Stone Mountain, will host Oktoberfest on Oct. 13, noon – 8 p.m., and Oct. 14, noon – 7 p.m. Oktoberfest features everything German, including a selection of beers, polka bands, dance groups, family activities and games, as well as hay and pony rides. Stone Mountain restaurants will offer German foods such as varieties of sausages, potatoes and pretzels.
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Streets Alive to feature music, dancing and yoga The City of Atlanta will host Atlanta Streets Alive on Oct. 7, 2 – 6 p.m., at the intersection of North Highland Avenue and Virginia Avenue in Atlanta. Atlanta Streets Alive will feature nearly five miles of activities that will include local acoustic musicians, a capella groups, marching bands, classes such as salsa dancing, yoga, zumba and thousands of people out riding their bikes. For more information, visit www.atlantastreetsalive.com or call 404-881-1112.
Candler Park concludes free movie series with E.T. Candler Park, 585 Candler Park, Dr., N.E., Atlanta, will conclude this year’s free “Screen on the Green” series with Stephen Spielberg’s “E.T.” on Oct. 8, 7 – 10 p.m. The iconic film stars Dee Wallace, Henry Thomas and gives a young Drew Barrymore her big break. In the movie, a group of aliens visit earth and one of them is lost and left behind stranded on this planet. A 10-year-old boy, “Elliot,” finds the alien. Soon the two begin to communicate and “E.T.” learns about life on earth and Elliot learns about some new values for the true meaning of friendship. E.T. wants to go home, but if Elliot helps him, he’ll lose a friend. Candler Park Movie Night festivities start at 6:30 p.m. and the feature presentation will begin around 8 p.m.(sunset) in front of the pool house. You will want to get there early for the best spot. Well-behaved dogs on a leash are welcome. Bring your own coolers. Glass containers or bottles are not allowed in city parks. 404-373-4349.
Sweet Auburn Music Fest to showcase local, national talent Artists from around the country will come to Atlanta in celebrating the Sweet Auburn Music Fest on Oct. 13 – 14, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m., on historic Sweet Auburn, 301 Auburn Ave., Atlanta. Considered by many to be the one of the largest multicultural festivals in the Southeast, the Sweet Auburn Music Fest serves as a family event, attracting thousands of attendees in the course of the weekend. Enjoy art, food, shopping and music from local and national recording artists. Elle Varner Some scheduled acts include American Idol winner Ruben Studdard; Atlanta rapper V.I.C.; R&B recording artist Elle Varner; and gospel recording artists Smokie Norful and The Nevels Sisters. Admission is free. 404-378-3723.
Gwinnett County’s Police and Fire and Emergency Services will host the Public Safety Festival on Oct. 6, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., at Coolray Field, home of the Gwinnett Braves, 2500 Buford Drive, Lawrenceville. There will be fire trucks, motorcycles and a helicopter will be on display for everyone to see. With events such as safety demonstrations, kids’ activities, pet adoptions, a yard sale, and a softball game between police and firefighters, organizers say the festival will be fun for the whole family. Admission is free, but be sure to bring canned food items to help fill local food bank shelves. 678-277-0300.
ROCKDALE Rockdale library hosts ‘Girls Night Out’ The Conyers-Rockdale Library, 864 Green St., Conyers, will host “Girls Night Out,” on Oct. 4, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Girls ages 6 – 11 years old are invited to dress up as their favorite character and discuss their favorite “girly” book. Coming dressed up as a character is not required, but organizers say it will make it all the more fun if you do. Participants will make rafts as well. Registration is suggested. For more information or to register in advance, call 770-388-5040 or visit www.rockdale.public.lib.ga.us.
Neighborhood sets Community Safety Day The Olde Salem Township (OST) will come together to educate homeowners and promote awareness of important issues such as the Neighborhood Watch and Home Safety on Oct. 6, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., at Peeks Chapel Elementary School, 2800 Avalon Boulevard, Conyers. OST has partnered with the Rockdale Sheriff’s Office, Fire Department and other Rockdale groups to provide OST residents with safety information and demonstrations targeting the National Crime Prevention Council’s four themes of safety: Community Engagement, Neighborhood and Home Safety, Personal Safety and Cyber Safety. . Home Depot will demonstrate using DIY safety lights and DIY Carbon Monoxide Installations. A mini Cyber Café will be on location to teach kids and parents about cyber safety. Participants can enter drawings for gift baskets, World of Coca-Cola tickets, movie passes and other prizes. For more information, call 678-297-9566 or visit http://oldesalemtownship.com.
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Rockdale’s ‘Slate of 8’
In addition to Oden, Rockdale’s Slate of 8 includes Commissioner Oz Nesbitt and Clerk of Courts Ruth Wilson, who are both seeking second terms; and five candidates who have never held office: Eric Levett, who is running for sheriff; RJ Hadley, who is running for tax commissioner; Attorney Phinia Aten, who is running for Chief Magistrate Court Judge; Charles Mays, who is running for probate judge; and George Levett, Jr., who is running for coroner. “Working together has given us the opportunity to brainstorm, share ideas and hold one another accountable,” said Nesbitt. “The reception that we’ve received from the places we’ve gone has been overwhelming.” Clerk of Courts Wilson agreed, saying she hopes the teamwork will pay off with victories in November. “When people go to the polls, we hope they will remember they have a choice—from the top of the ballot to the bottom of the ballot,” Wilson said. RJ Hadley, who serves as the first vice chair of the Rockdale Democratic Party, said he believes the races will be tight again this election season and he is preparing to campaign for his bid as tax commissioner up to election day. “I don’t think it will be like it was in 2008 with President Obama being elected as the first African American President, but it will be new for us locally to have all the positions that are being challenged and I think voters are going to come out,”
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DeKalb’s Olympics track stars inspire youths
Gold-medalist Olympians DeDe Trotter and Angelo Taylor are all smiles as local officials, peers and students from their DeKalb County Alma maters cheered them on for their accomplishments.
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eKalb County CEO Burrell Ellis wanted to let young people know that they, too, can reach for the stars and grab one or maybe even two with hard work. So, he held a celebration in downtown Decatur recently to show off a pair of shining examples—DeeDee Trotter and Angelo Taylor, the two DeKalb track stars who won medals this summer at the 2012 Olympic Games held in London. As Trotter, 29, and Taylor, 33, stood before a cheering crowd, they beamed with pride at a sea of faces that included kids from their respective alma maters, Cedar Grove High School and Southwest DeKalb High School. “I never envisioned myself standing here with gold medals around my neck. It was not always my dream. But no matter what I committed to, I gave it my all,” Trotter said. “You may not know exactly what you want to do yet, but when you find out, give it your all everyday of the week.” Said Taylor: “I know I might be an inspiration to some of you, but it’s actually some of your stories that inspire me and push me to go out to be a great representative of DeKalb County and the Country, competing against some of the best athletes in the world.” This summer, Taylor won silver in the 4x400-meter relay in London. He won gold medals in the 400 hurdles at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney, Australia, and at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing. Trotter won a gold medal in the 4x400-meter relay and a bronze medal—her first individual medal—in the 400-meter race. In the 2004 Olympics in Athens, Greece, she won gold as part of the U.S. 4x400-meters relay team. Now, Trotter is already training for the 2016 Olympics, which will be held in Rio
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Stone Mountain CID’s plan: 2,000 new jobs, infrastructure upgrades
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he Stone Mountain Community Improvement District (CID) is seeking feedback on its strategic Economic Development Plan. The CID plans to solicit recommendations from stakeholders on Oct. 11. The luncheon meeting is the second of three public hearings planned to engage businesses and community representatives in a discussion of proposed initiatives, which includes improved infrastructure, new businesses and thousands of new jobs. “Our stakeholders and partners provide valuable insight on those actions and investments that will foster area and countywide job growth,” said CID Chairman Larry Callahan. “Our CID is working at all levels to attract employers that will bring 2,000 new jobs here before the end of 2013.” Recommendations include strategies to expedite permitting and licensing within DeKalb County, techniques to grow, expand and attract businesses, improving workforce development, proposed regulatory improvements, as well as upgrades in infrastructure for the area. As an example
of infrastructure improvements, narrow streets in the CID area built over 50 years ago would have to be widened to make navigation easier for semi-tractor trailers. The CID area includes East Ponce de Leon Avenue to the south and the Gwinnett County line to the north with Mountain Industrial Boulevard and US Highway 78 bisecting the district in the north-south and east-west directions. The planning area also includes the newly incorporated portion of the CID, which extends the CID boundary northward to the Gwinnett County line. Ideas collected at the upcoming meeting with help steer the plan’s short and long-term action plans for job growth. The CID’s planning effort is part of the Livable Centers Initiative Study sponsored by the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC). ARC’s Livable Centers Initiative awarded an inaugural innovation grant in February to the Stone Mountain CID. The innovation grant was created this year to support what the ARC describes as “jurisdiction-wide policies, plans or programs that focus on livable communities, consistent with the goals of plan 2040 and LCI.”
Give Your Input The Stone Mountain CID will meet Thursday, Oct. 11, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., in the conference room of Eagle Rock Distributing, 1375 Beverage Drive, Stone Mountain. To RSVP, contact Amanda Hatton at amanda.hatton@jacobs.com or 678-333-0476. RSVP is required to accommodate room capacity and CIDsupplied lunch. Stakeholders are encouraged to visit stonemountaincid.com for more information and to complete a business environment survey. The survey, designed for area businesses and partners to collect input on specific improvement opportunities within the study area, will close on Oct. 12.
Calendar Rockdale Chamber to host workshop on healthcare reform DeKalb Chamber sets Coffee and Conversations to recruit The Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce and NUVISION Financial will host a workshop, “Health Reform: Where are we now? Where are we going?” The workshop will be held Oct. 2, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., at the Rockdale Career Academy, 1064 Culpepper Drive, Conyers. The Conyers-Rockdale Chamber of Commerce and NUVISION Financial have partnered to host this presentation to help explain the implications of the federal health care reform. Guest presenter is Suzanne Spradley, SVP, Legal & Compliance Senior Counsel at NFP. Suzanne Spradley The cost to attend is $10 in advance and $15 at the door. For more information, visit www.conyers-rockdale.com or call 770-483-7049.
GSU sets speed networking event The Georgia State University Career Services Department, 4362 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, will host a speed networking session on Oct. 3, 6 – 8:30 p.m. The event begins with networking and a presentation from Colin Blalock of the GSU Alumni Association, who says “It’s not what you say that is heard, it’s your body language.” Debbie Rodkin, executive director of RE:Focuss on Careers, will finish out the event. The cost to attend is $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Members of the Georgia State Alumni Association may attend free with their membership card. From 4 – 6 p.m., free resume reviews will be provided before the networking event. To register for the resume review, call the Alumni Association at 404-413-2190 or visit www.netcommunity.gsu.edu.
Are the banks finally giving Principal Balance Reductions to Homeowners? The OCC (Office of Comptroller of Currency) has required the largest banking institutions to give into a fund run by a private company known as Independent Foreclosure Review. The review was implemented to provide a detailed report on illegal actions, errors, mistakes, and misrepresentations pertaining to the home loan. So there is help. But sadly, the banks are not doing much, if anything at all, to make sure homeowners know that this service is available. Since April 2011, Kelvin Watson, owner of The Mortgage Reduction Man has been following the progress of this Independent Foreclosure Review closely. The Mortgage Reduction Man, which has offices in DeKalb and Fayette counties, assists homeowners in all 50 states in illegal foreclosures, principal balance reductions, and more. The Independent Foreclosure Review is giving $500- $125k plus equity to homeowners who have been violated. If you feel you have been wrongfully foreclosed on, forced into a loan modification, refinance, or if your property value has depreciated you have until December 2012 to be a part of this settlement. This is a no cost service that can help financially, if you qualify. We strongly believe this is a step in the right direction, but only if homeowners become aware and take advantage of the program. If you are with one of the servicers listed below you need to call today 770-371-5022. mortgagereductionman.com
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The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce will host “Coffee and Conversations” on Oct. 5, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m., at Cornerstone Bank, 125 Clairemont Ave., Decatur. This event serves as a bi-monthly informal gathering where prospective DeKalb Chamber members and those interested in the DeKalb Chamber can come and meet with select board members and staff on the benefits of becoming a member of the Chamber. Guests will hear a brief presentation about Chamber initiatives and programs. Refreshments and coffee provided by The Java Delight Café in Decaur. Admission is free. For more information, contact Jackie Ginn, VP of Membership at 404-3788000, ext. 225.
Rockdale County to host career fair Rockdale County is hosting a career fair on Oct.12, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., at the Rockdale Career Academy, 1064 Culpepper Dr., Conyers. A variety of government agencies and companies such as Best Buy, Pratt Industries, Lowes, Acuity Brand Lighting, Bostik Inc., and Sears Holding Co. will be conducting interviews. Only employers with immediate job openings or job openings coming within three to six months can participate in the fair. Job seekers are encouraged to arrive in professional attire with plenty of resumes in hand. Helpful workshops also will be provided covering topics such as How to find a Job Using Social Media, and Realistic Job Search Strategies and Tips. Job seekers can also receive information about Gov. Nathan Deal’s “Go Build Georgia” program and get oneon-one resume reviews. For more information or to register, participants should click the “I plan to attend!” button on the Rockdale County Career Fair website at www.rockdalecounty.org/careerfair or call 770-278-7000.
NFP sets Atlanta relaxed networking The Networking for Professionals group will host “Shakers and Stirrers,” a relaxed night networking session at the Tantra Restaurant, 2285 Peachtree Road, Suite 100, Atlanta. Members of the business community are invited to network with professionals and enjoy complimentary nibbles and drink specials at a cash bar. If you book online in advance, NFP will e-mail you the next day with a contact list of attendees to help you follow up with your new contacts. Only those who RSVP will receive the list of attendees. The cost to attend is $15 in advance and $20 cash only at the door. For more information or to register, visit www.networkingforprofessionals.com or call 1-732-8001637.
DEKALB COUNTY GOVERNMENT Advertisement for Week of October 4, 2012 Sealed bids will be received in the Department of Purchasing and Contracting, 2nd Floor, The Maloof Center, 1300 Commerce Drive, Decatur, Georgia 30030, for the following until 3:00 P.M. on date(s) designated below: REQUEST FOR QUOTATION NO.
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We Worship First Baptist hosts ‘Step Into Africa’ exhibit to focus on children hit by AIDS crisis
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DECATUR—First Baptist Church of Decatur and World Vision, a nonprofit Christian relief organization, will present the traveling exhibit, “Step Into Africa,” Oct. 7 – 14 in the church’s gym. Step into Africa is a free traveling exhibit that allows visitors to step into the lives of children affected by HIV and AIDS in the hardest-hit region of the world, sub-Saharan Africa, where 22 million people are infected with HIV or AIDS and make up two-thirds of the world’s total cases. “This is the first exhibit that allows you to really get a true understanding of the plight these children are facing in sub-Saharan Africa. You’ve got cases where children, 7 years old and younger are forced to live on the streets because they’re families won’t take them in because they have what they call the ‘big sickness,’ ” said David Bennett, a member of First Baptist Church of Decatur since 1947. “This exhibit really touches your heart when you put on the headphones and hear the gripping stories of four children who are living with this critical condition.” Thirty volunteers at the church are installing the exhibit, which is just over 2,500 square feet, said David Bennett, who is supervising the volunteers with help from his wife, Susan. The Bennetts first saw the exhibit in Connecticut last year and decided
their villages, providing a realistic view of the hardships that AIDS and HIV are causing. The tour lasts about 30 minutes. World Vision, based in Seattle, Washington, created the exhibit to get Americans involved in the fight against the African AIDS pandemic. The groundwork for the virtual village was laid during a two-day brainstorming session in May 2005. The organization, which runs relief programs in more than 100 countries including AIDS education and assistance projects in 60 nations, wanted to call attention to the staggering statistics:
to financially adopt an African orphan, “Henrietta.” World Vision offers the tours to the exhibit for free in hopes that some visitors will provide financial support to the organization. “The exhibit usually draws about 3,000 people and 300 kids usually get adopted, ten percent,” David Bennett said. “This isn’t the kind of thing where you just send money in. World Vision uses the donations to start clean water systems, put children in schools, give families’ healthcare and teach people in the village job training like how to start and maintain a farm for self sustainability.” The traveling exhibit is a close-up
look at the AIDS crisis for those who will never visit an African village. The virtual tour, which is traveling to churches across the country, offers powerful images of the living conditions of four African children: Kombo, a Kenyan boy; Babirye, a Ugandan girl whose father died from AIDS; Emmanuel, an AIDS orphan in Uganda; and Mathabo, an abandoned girl in Lesotho. “Each room you walk into in the exhibit is a powerful experience. The pictures of the children, the audio, the prayer wall; it’s all gripping,” said Bennett. Visitors receive a pair of headphones and listen to the voices of the four children who lead them through
• More than 15 million people in sub-Saharan Africa have lost one or both parents to AIDS. • More than 2 million African children under age 15 are living with HIV. In most cases, these children were either born with HIV or were infected through breastfeeding. • 40 million people around the world are now living with HIV or AIDS. • 25 million people have already died of AIDS. Families, bible study classes and other groups are encouraged to visit the free exhibit. The exhibit is open weekdays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and by appointments on weekends. First Baptist Church is located at 308 Clairemont Ave., Decatur. For more information or if you would like to volunteer, call 404-373-1653 or visit www.fbcdecatur.com.
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Calendar Lithonia First UMC welcomes all to Fall festival
Peace Lutheran prepares for revival
Lithonia First United Methodist Church, 3099 Stone Mountain St., Lithonia will host its fall festival and barbecue on Oct. 20, 9 a.m. – 3p.m. Known as “the church with the welcoming red doors,” Lithonia First United Methodist has a history dating back over 150 years. The semi-annual festival is held to raise money for the church’s ministries, which include an active community food bank, youth programs and community outreach, among other ministries. A bake sale and flea market items will be available from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. The barbecue dinners will be sold from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Dinners are $7.50 and include barbecued pork or chicken, baked beans and coleslaw. Lithonia First United Methodist Church is under the leadership of the Rev. Leon Matthews. For more information about the church or the festival, call 770482-6394 or email lithoniafumc@bellsouth.net.
Peace Lutheran Church, 1679 Columbia Drive, Decatur, will host a revival to celebrate the church’s 57th anniversary. Pastor Victor Belton extends the invitation to the community to help the church celebrate under the theme, “A Dwelling Place for God.” The festivities will begin on Oct. 5, 5:30 – 9 p.m., with a family night where attendees can enjoy games, pizza, music and worship. On Oct. 6, 10:30 a.m., the church will offer health screenings, refreshments and guest speaker Terence Lester will share a word of encouragement. That evening, there will be music and worship, from 7 – 9 p.m. The anniversary celebration ends Oct. 7, 10:15 a.m., with a worship service, followed by food and fellowship. 404-289-1474.
Elizabeth Baptist to host singles conference Elizabeth Baptist Church, 4245 Cascade Road, Atlanta, will host a conference for singles on Oct. 3 – 4, 7 p.m. Guest speakers will be the Rev. Kenny Pugh, who travels the country as “The Life and Relationship Strategist,” and Bishop Joseph W. Walker II of Mount Zion Baptist Church in Nashville, Tennessee. Mount Zion is one of Nashville’s largest churches with some 25,000 members. Walker started his ministry at Mount Zion in 1992. Known as “The Relationship Doctor,” he shares words of guidance on relationships and being single weekly on radio’s Rickey Smiley Morning Show. Singles who are 20 years old and older are invited to attend. The conference is free, but you must register to attend. For more information or to register, visit www.elizabethbaptist.org or call 404691-3146.
First Baptist sets Fall Festival First Baptist Church Gresham Road, 2394 Gresham Road, S.E., Atlanta, will host its Fall Festival on Oct. 6, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. There will be food, games, a free health fair and a back-to-school rally that will cater to needy families, providing several items such as gently used school uniforms, school supplies and personal care items. For more information, call 678-908-7677 or 404243-9288.
First Presbyterian, Hillside celebrate 10 years of joint work The Partnership Ministries of First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta and Hillside Presbyterian Church will celebrate 10 years of joint ministry in helping the community. The churches’ World Communion Day Celebration on Oct. 7 will honor the two congregations as they unite for worship at 4 p.m. at
Hillside, 1879 Columbia Drive, Decatur. The churches will host a free community concert on Oct. 13, 5 p.m., at First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta, 1328 Peachtree St., N.E., Atlanta. 404-8928461.
Calvary Missionary Bible Church sets Fall Revival Calvary Missionary Bible Church, 592 South Hairston Road, Stone Mountain, will host its 2012 Fall Revival on Oct. 14 – 21, 7:30 p.m. The theme will be “The Second Coming of the Lord.” The church will welcome Pastor Vincent James of Canada as the guest evangelist for the week. All are invited to attend. 404-294-7724.
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Morehouse researchers link pneumonia infections to severe Vitamin D deficiencies ATLANTA—Critically ill patients deficient in Vitamin D are more likely to contract ventilatedassociated pneumonia (VAP) infections requiring expensive antibiotics and ventilator treatment than patients with normal levels of Vitamin D, a new study shows. The research, conducted by a team of Morehouse School of Medicine physicians in Atlanta, was published in the Journal of American College of Surgeons, Surgical Forum Abstracts September 2012 edition. The study was led by Grady Hospital trauma surgeon, Dr. L. Ray Matthews and a team comprised of Dr. Ed Childs, Dr. Omar Danner, Dr. Ken Wilson, and Dr. L. Ray Matthews Dianne Dennis-Griggs, NP. “Those patients with the lowest vitamin D levels and VAP stayed on an average five days longer than those patients with VAP and higher vitamin D levels. This translates into real costs: An ICU bed at our institution runs approximately $4,000 per day. Charge for the ventilator averages $1,500 per day,” said Matthews. “Also, patients with the lowest vitamin D levels and VAP had a higher mortality rate than those patients with higher vitamin D levels and VAP.” The study entitled, “Severe vitamin D deficiency is associated with worsened outcomes in surgical patients with ventilated-associated pneumonia (VAP),” measured the vitamin D in the
blood samples of 565 trauma patients. Matthews said nearly all of the patients in the study lacked sufficient levels of vitamin D hormone. Ninety-eight percent of all our patients were vitamin D deficient. Only 2% of our patients had normal vitamin D levels,” said Matthews. “Vitamin
Matthews said vitamin D levels may be determined by a simple blood test that can be drawn in a physician’s office. He said addressing vitamin D deficiencies will play a significant role in healthcare policy debates on how to cut healthcare costs.
“You can’t have a healthy immune system to fight off infections, if you have low vitamin D levels. Normal vitamin D levels are essential for optimal health of your immune system.” D deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency in the United States and the world. Over 1 billion people worldwide are vitamin D deficient.” Vitamin D is a steroid hormone that controls the immune system and 3,000 out of 30,000 genes in the human body. Matthews said 90 percent of vitamin D is synthesized from cholesterol in exposed skin in response to sunlight (UVB). Very few foods other than fatty fish (salmon, tuna, mackerel), fortified milk, and cereal have significant amounts of vitamin D. Optimal vitamin D levels should be between 40-70 ng/ml. “You can’t have a healthy immune system to fight off infections, if you have low vitamin D levels. Normal vitamin D levels are essential for optimal health of your immune system,” said Matthews.
Matthews said vitamin D deficiency is associated with a ever-growing list of chronic conditions such as heart disease, strokes, asthma, osteoporosis, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, muscle pain and cramps, joint pain and swelling, depression, dementia, flu, colds, and 17 varieties of cancer. Matthews has been researching vitamin D since 2007. He is an assistant professor of clinical surgery at Morehouse School of Medicine and director of surgical critical care at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Matthews received his medical degree from the University of Mississippi Medical Center. He completed his surgical residency at Morehouse School of Medicine. He did his surgical critical care fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.
Calendar DeKalb Medical offers workshop on memory loss Rockdale Medical’s Fresh Start offers smokers help DeKalb Medical, 2701 North Decatur Road, Decatur, will host a free workshop, “Alzheimer’s Disease and Memory Loss,” on Oct. 5, 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. While there is no medical knowledge that pinpoints a direct cause of Alzheimer’s disease, doctors know that the treatment of early-onset dementia can drastically reduce the progression of the disease. You are invited to join DeKalb Medical neurologist, Marshall Nash, M.D., to discuss the latest methods to combat dementia, including the latest medications available, memory exercises, signs and symptoms of dementia and much more. Dr. Nash will take questions from the audience and will provide a memory-screening tool for each participant. Come prepared with any concerns you may have. Complimentary light breakfast will be served from 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. For more information or to register, visit www.dekalbmedical.org or call 404-501-5200.
Emory sets holistic health forum for baby boomers Emory Healthcare will present a forum, “The ABC’s to Brain Health—What to Keep in Mind,” on Oct. 30 at the Carter Presidential Center, 453 Freedom Parkway, Atlanta. Atlanta’s baby boomer population is invited to attend the forum, which will be hosted by Emory’s Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center’s Registry for Remembrance. The forum will feature a variety of experts and stakeholders with a special interest in taking a holistic approach to healthy aging. The ABC’s are: Aging well to preserve your cognitive health— how to keep it, Brain-Body connections that promote healthy living for disease prevention and modification; and Cardiovascular links among diabetes, dementia and physical activity The event is free, but registration is required and can be accessed by visiting http://4thforum. eventbrite.com/. Lite fare provided. Seating is limited. Parking is free. 404-727-6123.
Rockdale Medical Center, 1412 Milstead Ave., Conyers, will host its free smoking cessation course Oct. 6, 12, 20 and 27, 6 – 7 p.m., for smokers who want to quit. The four-week series, Fresh Start, is developed by the American Cancer Society and breaks down quitting tobacco in four critical steps: Preparation phase: tailoring your plan and laying the foundation for your success; Quit day: planning and affirming the decision to quit; Maintenance plan: providing skills, resources and support to remain tobacco free; and Nicotine Replacement: Get help to choose the right nicotine replacement plan. An 8-week supply of free patches, gum or lozenges are available to group participants (while supply is available). Participants meet in the hospital’s East Tower Classroom, Number One. A $25 fee will be taken at the beginning and returned at the completion of the course. For more information or to register, call 1-800-424-DOCS or 770-918-3000.
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