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Chamber of Commerce & Development Authority
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David Gandy, D.D.S. Charles Bobo, D.M.D. 109 East Avenue Cedartown, GA 30125 Office:
770-748-7736 fax: 770-748-4015
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Jagdeep Singh, M.D. 118 East Girard • Suite 104 Cedartown, Georgia 30125
(770) 749-1005 Monday-Thursday 8am-5 pm Friday 8 am - 12 Noon
Redmond Physician Network
The Whole World Is In Their Hands. We want to help make the world a brighter place for our children. That’s why we are continuously focusing our resources towards numerous educational programs. Our employees donate their time to one-on-one mentoring programs throughout Georgia. After all, there is nothing more important to us than our future generation.
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Welcome to Polk County Welcome How hot is it outside today? We have already had a year of record breaking temperatures for highs and lows. Thankfully in Georgia, if you don’t like the weather, you only have to wait a few days for a change.
Tamaka Hudson
We have a great lineup of activities planned in Polk County this summer. Read, Read, Read! Take the family to one of the local libraries and expand their minds with a good book or take in a puppet show. You can also take a day trip to Seaborn Jones Park in downtown Rockmart to play in the Euharlee Creek, have a picnic or hop on the Silver Comet trail for a leisurely bike ride to Cedartown. While you are in Cedartown, why not see a movie at West Theatre or take a walk around Peek Park while the kids enjoy the play center. If you get too hot, the fountain at Peek Park is spouting ice cold water four times a day! Looking for something the whole family can enjoy, mark your calendars for the 34th Annual Homespun Festival in downtown Rockmart on July 15-16, 2011. Friday night is Gospel night, so bring a lawn chair to listen to some great Southern gospel music headlined by Heirborn. Southern Thunder performs “that good ol’ rock n’ roll” on stage Saturday night. The Floyd EMS fireworks display offers a spectacular close to Homespun 2011 at 10 pm. During both days there will be pony rides and a climbing wall, bouncy slides and spinning spiders. Make sure you come with a big appetite for turkey legs, pizza, gyros, BBQ, fish, chicken and so much more. July/August 2011 THE CONNECTION
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For more information on Polk County events logon to www. polkonpurpose.com or www.polkgeorgia.com. Have a great Chamber summer! Tamaka Hudson Executive Director Polk County Chamber of Commerce
Euharlee Creek, a cool place in hot weather! Summer reading at Cedartown and Rockmart public libraries
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Welcome To Polk County................................................ 3 Events Calendar.............................................................. 5 Proud of Polk.................................................................. 6 Silver Comet Trail.......................................................... 12 School Zone.................................................................. 14 Summer Reading...........................................................16 About The Cover ... Sponsored by the Rockmart Masonic Lodge and Cedar Valley Shriners, the 2011 Homespun Parade starts at 10 am, July 16, in downtown Rockmart. Shriners from throughout the area participate in this annual event. On the cover, a clown brings smiles to onlookers as he goes down the street on his motor scooter.
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Event Calendar July –August 6 Community Artists Exhibition Works by local artists including drawing, painting, sculpture, crafts, photography and more are on display in the Visual Arts Gallery, Rockmart Cultural Arts Center. Hours are from 10 am-4 pm Friday and Saturday. For more information call 770-684-5454. July 15 – 16 Annual Homespun Festival Festivities get underway with Gospel Night at 5 pm, July 15. The annual 5K Silver Comet Run starts Saturday’s events at 8 am. Homespun closes with a Fireworks Extravaganza at 10 pm. For more details check pages 6-9. You may also visit www.thehomespunfestival.com or call 770-684-8760. September 5 GRITS Labor Day Bicycle Ride Starting in Rockmart, this annual bike ride has options including Metric Century 100km (62.1 miles), 9:00 am; Bike and Blades (27 miles), 9:15 am; and Brushy Mountain Tunnel ride (13 miles), 9:30 am. For more information check out www.silvercomet.org. Georgia Rails Into Trails Society, Inc. sponsors this yearly event. Farmers Markets For homegrown vegetables and fruits visit the Cedartown Farmer’s Market Tuesdays and Fridays from 7 pm – 8:30 pm in Peek Park. For more information call 770-749-2142. The Rockmart Farmer’s Market offers homegrown produce and other homegrown items, as well as handmade goods. Hours are 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm on Thursdays in downtown Rockmart next to the Silver Comet Trail. For further information call 770-684-8760.
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Proud of Polk SUMMERTIME IN POLK COUNTY Featuring
Homespun 2011 Family Fun At Its Best July 15-16
Seaborn Jones Park Downtown Rockmart
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Happenings @ Homespun Friday, July 15 - 5:00 pm to 9:30 pm Gospel Night Live gospel entertainment, traditional and contemporary Saturday, July 16 - 8:00 am to 10:00 pm 8:00 am - Annual Homespun Festival 5K Run on the Silver Comet Trail 10:00 am - Parade 9:00 am-2:00 pm - Kiwanis Car Show 2:00 pm - Annual Rotary Duck Race 10:00 pm - Fireworks Extravaganza Entertainment All Day Country, Gospel, Rock and Dance Friday and Saturday Arts and Crafts by local and regional artists Food from funnel cakes and homemade ice cream to hot dogs, pizza, turkey legs and more Rides and Activities for the kids including an inflatable obstacle course, a rock climbing wall, Carnival rides and pony rides.
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PLATINUM SPONSORS HOMESPUN FESTIVAL 2011
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HOMESPUN 2011 PREMIER FIREWORKS SPONSOR
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Traveling the Trail in Polk County
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Map and information courtesy of TrailExpress.com and may not be reproduced in any manner without express consent of TrailExpress.com. TrailExpress is a registered trademark of Southeastern Path Services, Inc. All rights reserved.
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School Zone Linking Learning…One Penny at a Time by Debbie Freeman Leslie Davis (pictured below), Rockmart High School student, had an opportunity to make a difference for her school. Ms. Davis submitted the winning design for the “Spirit Pump” at the Raceway Gas Station in Rockmart. What began with a simple telephone call from the district manager for Raceway Petroleum in Georgia turned into a class project for three teachers at Rockmart High School last spring. Dewayne Nowell, District Manager for Raceway Petroleum contacted DeAnna Williams, RHS Assistant Principal. He discussed the idea of dedicating a gas pump to Rockmart High School. The school would receive one cent per gallon for gas pumped from the pump. RHS Principal Teresa Treadaway and Ms. Williams approached three teachers about the possibility of organizing this opportunity into a collaborative project. The “Spirit Pump” Project was born. Teachers Janet Dover, Business and Computer Science Department; Sally Hagge, Art Department; and Melissa Moody, Marketing Department, designed a class project to create an appropriate design for The “Spirit Pump.“ The final product would need to reflect artistic talent, marketing strategies, and promote the sale of gasoline at this particular pump. Students were given time in class to work on a design for the gas pump and Ms. Davis combined her skills acquired as a student in the three classes to submit the winning entry. 14 THE CONNECTION
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Leslie Davis is a freshman at RHS. She is an active Future Business Leader of America member and has competed at Region Competition placing first place in Word Processing. She has received awards from the FBLA National Office for completing two Business Achievement Award programs and she will serve as the RHS FBLA Reporter next year. Always remember, “linking learning” pays off!
Gas Pump “Dedicated” to Rockmart High School
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Fun and Learning at the Library "Cedartown Library is having a very successful Summer Reading Program," said Sharon Cleveland, library branch manager. This year the theme is “One World, Many Stories.” Over 1,000 children and teens participated in various programs such as StoryHour, Teen Tuesdays, a community wide scavenger hunt, and craft activities. Teen volunteers decorated the library windows with paintings of famous world landmarks. Volunteers were also responsible for manning the Reading Registration desks for teens and children as well as helping our staff shelve the thousands of books, movies, and audio-books checked out during June and July, commented Sharon.
Lee Bryan, That Puppet Guy at Cedartown
“We are grateful for the local businesses and families that sponsored our professional shows and prizes,” said Sharon.
“The summer reading program at the Rockmart Library is booming!” said Ann Wheeler, library branch manager. “OneWorld Many Stories” and “You Are Here” are the themes for the library’s summer programs. “Opening day was a huge success,” commented Ann. Volunteers from the community donated their time to the library not only on opening day, but for other tasks as well. Summer programming has drawn large audiences with 221 attending Keith Karnok, magician. Ron Anglin, circus performer, played to a packed house. “Our Storytimes, workshops and crafts have been well attended as well.” said Ann. “Donations from our sponsors make these programs possible.” 16 THE CONNECTION
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This summer the Rockmart Library has workshops on Mondays, Storytimes on Tuesdays, performers on Wednesdays, gaming for teens on Thursdays, and crafts on Fridays.
Having Fun in Summer Reading Programs
For a schedule of upcoming events and programs check the Cedartown Public Library and the Rockmart Public Library Facebook accounts and become a fan!
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Attractions Guide Landmarks and Historic Areas Cedartown
POLK COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY/MUSEUM Formerly Hawkes Children’s Library, the muse um contains the history of Polk County. The building was designed by J. Neel Reid, famous Georgia architect, and was built in 1924. The site is on the National Register of Historic Places. POLK COUNTY COURTHOUSE #2 At 100 Prior Street, this building was designed by Otis Clay Poundston in Neoclassical Revival Style and constructed in 1935. It was originally City Hall, but is now used as a courthouse annex. CEDARTOWN MURAL Completed in 1999, the mural is located on the Redmond Chair Caning Building on Main Street, home of The Little Theatre on Main. The project was designed and completed by local artists and volunteers from The Art Lover’s League of Cedar Valley. The mural is a collage of wellknown structures in Cedartown including many historic sites such as Hawkes Children’s Library, the train depot and County Courthouse #2. CONFEDERATE MEMORIAL Outside Courthouse #2 is a Confederate monument erected in 1906 by United Daughters of the Confederacy to honor Confederate veterans. ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCH Built on West Avenue in 1883, this is the oldest church still in use in Cedartown. The church has been maintained in its original state except for the outside color. Sterling Holloway grew up in this church. BOOZ HOTEL This structure was built in the 1800s and operated as a hotel in the 1890s. It is now an attorney’s office. Located across the street from the Hawkes Children’s Library.
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BIG SPRING Located on Wissahickon Avenue, this was the site of a ballground and ceremonial dance ground of the Cherokee Indian natives until the early 1800s. It is the second largest limestone spring in the South and produces an average of 4 million gallons of water per day. WEST THEATER Built in 1941 on West Avenue, this structure was designed in the Art Deco Style and has been maintained in its original design. It is one of the finest examples of Art Deco style in Northwest Georgia. 770-748-3090. DOWNTOWN CEDARTOWN In 1988, Cedartown became a “Mainstreet City” and is a registered site in the National Register of Historic Places. The last decade has seen much renovation in the downtown area including second floor residential availability, new businesses and remodelings. 770-748-2090. HIGHTOWER FALLS Originally the site of a wooden grist mill purchased by Elias Hightower in 1846 and con verted into a facsimile of the Whitney cotton gin. Mr. Hightower also constructed a three story mill on the site in 1850 using the 60 foot Falls for power. The mill was once a vibrant mercantile center near Cedartown. Sherman’s men ate and slept here on their march through the state, but spared the mill from the fate which befell so many others. Hightower Falls is presently a private group facility available for special occasions. Call (770) 748-8588 for more information. OLD MILL Located on Hwy. 27 South, this structure was built by slave labor in 1848 for Asa Prior who came to Polk County in 1837. The first miller was a slave named “Old Allen” and the structure was operated as a mill until 1945. It was renovated and operated as a restaurant by Mr. And Mrs. Robert Stephens from 1960-1991. It was purchased by Ann and Jimmy Madden in 1997.
Landmarks and Historic Areas Rockmart/Aragon
VAN WERT
Created in 1832 from the village of Cleantown, Van Wert was made the seat of Paulding County. It was known for slate, iron, gold and fertile farmland and served as the county seat until Polk County was formed from part of Paulding in 1851 and the county seat was moved to Cedartown. Van Wert was awarded a Historic Township of Georgia by the Department of Community Affairs.
VAN WERT METHODIST CHURCH
Built in 1857 by Rev. Wm. Simpson, Van Wert Methodist Church is one of the oldest structures in Polk County. The Van Wert Church Restoration Group, led by Greg Gray, is renovating the structure.
ARAGON-EUHARLEE PRIMITIVE BAPTIST CHURCH
In Aragon, the oldest church still in use in the County.
ROCKMART MURAL
The mural was created in 1997 and painted on the side of Morgan Hardware on Marble Street. The mural was created by 180 volunteers over a three week period and was part of a celebration of Rockmart's 125th anniversary.
THE GOODYEAR MILL
In 1929, Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company selected Rockmart as the site for one of its clearwater mills. They built a multi-million dollar plant on what is now Goodyear Street and gave Rockmart "the biggest boost it has ever received in its history." Goodyear sold the plant in 1987 and it is now owned and operated by Meggitt Polymers & Composites
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GOODYEAR MILL VILLAGE
In the 1930s, Goodyear built a modern village with approximately 180 homes, two tennis courts, a baseball field and a golf course directly across the street from the mill. CITY HALL The Rockmart Municipal Complex located on N. Piedmont Ave, is now considered "City Hall". The complex includes the Administrative Services Building, Cultural Arts Center,Recreation Department, and Rockmart Police Department. The complex is located on what was originally the site of the Piedmont Institute College, which was replaced later by Rockmart High and Middle Schools which later became known as Rockmart High School.
ROSE HILL CEMETERY/GAZEBO
On Elm Street, the land for the cemetery was donated to the town. The gazebo, constructed in 1891 is now considered one of Rockmart's most recognizable historic landmarks. The cemetery site also offers a spectacular view across Rockmart.
EUHARLEE CREEK/SEABORN JONES PARK
A city park, Seaborn Jones Park sits in the middle of downtown Rockmart along the banks of the Euharlee Creek. The name Euharlee comes from the Cherokee or Creek Indians and means "she laughs as she runs."
DODGE & DAVIS AT PEEK SPRINGS
Near Aragon's City Hall, camping place of General Grenville Dodge's 16th AC of McPherson's Army of Tennessee. Later, Brig. Gen. J.C. Davis' 2nd division, 14th Corps Army of the Cumberland camped here en route from Rome to Dallas, Ga. These troops were part of the right wing of General Sherman’s forces moving to outflank General Johnston’s army at Allatoona Pass. This resulted in 10 days of battle at New Hope Church, Dallas and Pickett’s Mill in Paulding County.
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Leisure Life CEDARTOWN Cedartown Performing Arts Center The pride of the City of Cedartown, The Cedartown Performing Arts Center located at the Cedartown Auditorium, presents a wealth of premium entertainment each year from the Atlanta Symphony to touring Broadway plays. The Performing Arts Center also sponsors enrichment programs for children in Polk and surrounding counties through workshops and performances. 770-748-4168.
West Theater
This 1941 Art Deco style theater hosts first run movies for both children and adults.
Peek Park On North College Street, this beautiful city park is located on land donated by Captain J.A. Peek. It contains tennis courts, playground and picnic areas.
Bert Wood Youth and Athletic Complex
Rockmart/Aragon Rockmart Civic Arts Commission Promotes and hosts various arts activities in the city and maintains the city’s Art Center on Elm Street, Rockmart. 770-684-5454.
Seaborn Jones Park
A city park along the banks of Euharlee Creek in downtown Rockmart. Complete with picnic tables and a gazebo.
Nathan Dean Sports Complex Rockmart’s primary recreational park for softball and baseball. The park also contains a track and a playground area. Pavilions are also located through the park. Prospect Valley Course Nine hole, public golf course. 770-684-5961.
Silver Comet Trail
This private facility off Cherokee Road contains an 18 hole golf course, four tennis courts, a swimming pool and beautiful clubhouse with dining facility. The club hosts many local fundraising golf and tennis tournaments as well as member-related events. 770-748-2800.
The Silver Comet Trail is a paved, converted rail trail spanning more than 60 miles from Smyrna GA to the GA/AL border in Polk County. Here the trail joins the Chief Ladiga trail for another 33 miles to Anniston, AL. The two trails provide 95.5 continuous paved recreational miles not available to motorized traffic. The longest segment of the Silver Comet in one county is 29 miles through Polk. The Depot in Rockmart provides water and restrooms and is next to Seaborn Jones Park. Snacks and restrooms are available at the Depot in Cedartown which houses several offices including a welcome center and museum of local memorabilia. The first foot of the Silver Comet Trail was poured on July 9, 1998 in Cobb County, GA.
Cedar Valley Arts Festival
Polk County Homespun Festival
Softball and baseball fields, gymnasium, track, cabin, playground, and Senior Center make up this recreational facility in Northwest Cedartown. Government sponsored and volunteer activities abound almost year round.
Cherokee Golf and County Club
An annual festival is held on the last full weekend in April. This event is sponsored by the Cedartown Junior Service League. Local and regional artists display their craft as do the children of Cedartown whose works are displayed throughout Peek Park, the site of the festival.
An annual event sponsored by the Polk County Chamber of Commerce held on the third weekend in July in Seaborn Jones Park. Local and regional crafters display their wares throughout the park. Continuous entertainment is a highlight of the festival as well as many games and events throughout the park. 770684-8760.
Meadow Lakes Golf Club
Aragon Barbeque
Meadow Lakes is a public facility in North Polk County offering 18 holes of championship golf as well as a brand-new clubhouse, banquet facility, and swimming pool. The club regularly hosts tournaments and lessons are offered by the PGA Golf Professional. Call for tee times on the weekends. 770-748-4942
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Patriotism at its peak, the annual barbeque is held on the last Saturday in June. Great food, a variety of games and a softball tournament are highlights.
Tom Pittman Field and Jake Belk Park
Aragon’s two city parks both have recreational and picnic facilities.
POLK COUNTY AT A GLANCE LOCATION AND LAND AREA Polk County, consisting of a 312 square mile area, is near the center of the South's three largest industrial centers: Atlanta, 45 miles east; Birmingham, 85 miles west, and Chattanooga, 83 miles north. Surrounded on four corners by mountains, Polk County is a land of dramatic contrasts - from the city of Cedartown which lies on a gentle plain to Rockmart with its rocky hills and deep valleys.
GOVERNMENT Polk County is governed by a six member Board of Commissioners elected for four-year staggered terms. The chairman is elected from the board for a one-year term. Cedartown, the county seat, is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners who elect a commission chairman from amongst board members and appoint a City Manager. The city of Rockmart is governed by an elected mayor and five council members who elect a City Manager. Aragon is governed by a mayor and four council members. Full-time police and fire departments are maintained in all three areas and the county for the protection of all residents.
INDUSTRY Polk County boasts a wide array of existing industry and takes pride in its success in new industry recruitment in the last decade. The top ten industries employee some 3,700 people and include both manufacturing and service.
CLIMATE A moderate climate with seasonal variation creates an excellent environment for outdoor activity throughout most of the year: January average minimum/maximum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32/55 degrees July average minimum/maximum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67/83 degrees Average annual rainfall is 50" based on ten year data. Relative humidity is 69.7%.
POPULATION
TRANSPORTATION
Major trucking lines and both CSX and the Norfolk Southern Railway system link Polk County to points in all directions. Hartsfield/Jackson International Airport is only one hour away while Cornelius Moore Airport in the middle of the county provides a paved and lighted 4,000 ft. runway. The new $15,000,000 state of the art Paulding Northwest Atlanta Airport is only 8 miles from Polk County. Four lane Highway 278 east links Polk County to Atlanta via I-20. Other main arteries include U.S. Highway 27 and 113.
COMMUNICATIONS
Two newspapers, the Cedartown Standard and the Rockmart Journal, and two radio stations, WGAA Cedartown and WZOT Rockmart, keep county residents informed of local, regional and national happenings.
EDUCATION
Educational institutions in the county include six elementary schools, two middle schools, two high schools and a regional vocational-technical school. Two private schools are maintained and county residents have easy access to three additional private schools in a neighboring county.
UTILITIES
Georgia Power and Carroll EMC service electrical needs in Polk County and gas is distributed by Atlanta Gas Light Company and sold by several suppliers. The cities of Cedartown and Rockmart operate sewage treatment facilities and have their own water supply via a spring-fed gravity system in Cedartown and Euharlee Creek in Rockmart. The county’s water supply originates with three springs and one well. BellSouth provides a firstrate telecommunications system and cablevision is provided by Charter Communications. HEALTHCARE Polk Medical Center is located in Cedartown. Numerous physicians, dentists, chiropractors and other health care proviers are throughout Polk County. Immediate Care facilities are also available. POLK COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE The main office of the Polk County Chamber of Commerce is located at 604 Goodyear St. in Rockmart. Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm. The Chamber also maintains a Cedartown office in conjunction with the Cedartown Welcome Center at 609 S. Main St.. Cedartown office hours are Mon.Fri., 8:30 am-5:00 pm. Call the Chamber office at 770-684-8760.
42,709 people reside in Polk County including 10,021 in Cedartown, 4,242 in Rockmart and 1,039 in Aragon. July/August 2011 THE CONNECTION
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Advertisers Index: Coosa Dental ........................................................................2 Georgia Power.......................................................................2 Redmond Physician Network................................................2 Georgia Northwestern Technical College .......................... 17 First National Bank of Polk County......................................19 Harbin Clinic........................................................................23 Community Bank of Rockmart............................................24
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