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Truly, for most of us, every day should be a time for thanksgiving and praises to God for all He has done for us. We are blessed to live in a wonderful community full of people who serve selflessly at church, for charity and for the benefit of all who call Statesboro home.

During this time of year especially, as we celebrate the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, as we reconnect with extended family, plan holiday celebrations and reflect on the things for which we are grateful, remember that we live in one of America’s Best Communities and be thankful.

For us it is a blessing to be able to showcase in each issue of the magazine, the people who make our community a great place to live, work and play.

Inside this Holiday issue you’ll find the story of Statesboro natives Roy and Deborah Thompson who have been lighting the way for 15 years at their home, TMT Farms. They have created a drive-thru light show of the season that has gained national media attention. The Thompsons use their star attraction to benefit food pantries and soup kitchens throughout Bulloch County. Bring a donation of food and you can wonder as you wander through over a million lights, while helping to feed a family in need.

We’re also highlighting the story of the one place in our community where everyone has an equal chance at learning. The Statesboro Regional Public Library. We’re featuring the four librarians that plan and put on free daily activities for the general public every week to keep us engaged, educated and enlightened.

Which inspires us to ask - What’s harder than completing a 5k run in under 15 minutes? Finishing one out in front while filming the other runners. That’s what Bulloch County’s Zach Clifton specializes in; that and producing running events with his new company Up & Running.

The 18-year-old has plenty of ideas and goals for promoting racing and he’s just getting started.

This year be thankful for the basics: food, clothing and comfortable shelter; the rest is a bountiful bonus. We’re thankful for our families who love us; the Lord above us; friends to share good times; a job we love and a community that’s caring and giving.

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Every Christmas season since 2002, Roy & Deborah Thompson ornament a winter wonderland of lights at their farm on Old River Road. Each year over 35,000 vehicles line up to drive through a 1.6 mile stretch of twinkling and sparkling scenes between Thanksgiving and Christmas. It only costs LIGHT a few cans of non-perishable food to get a HEARTED THE THOMPSONS 0F TMT FARMS glowing start on the holidays that benefits those less fortunate in Bulloch County. Is there a better way to get into the spirit of the season? The Thompsons were captured decorating for this year by award-winning photographer Frank Fortune.

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Archibald Bulloch Chapter of the NSDAR Holds Constitution Week Tea The Archibald Bulloch Chapter plans many activities for Constitution Week during September. These activities include school participation, a variety of community activities, and chapter activities during the week.

Schools are encouraged to prepare displays about the Constitution. Fifth graders in several schools are given Constitution Week bookmarks, cards, and leaf lets containing information about the Pledge of Allegiance, the United States Flag Code and the American’s Creed.

The Chapter celebrates during the week with a tea and invites adjoining Chapter members, community members, prospective members and members of the local Mill Creek Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution.

This year’s Tea was held in the conference room of the Visit Statesboro! Welcome Center on South Main Street.

Hussey Gay Bell Opens Statesboro Office Hussey Gay Bell, a leader in the fields of engineering and architecture for over 50 years, recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the opening of its Statesboro office in the Market District. This will be the sixth location of the firm in the Southeast. Other Georgia offices are located in Savannah and Duluth, with branches in Columbia, S.C., Mt. Pleasant, S.C., and Nashville, Tn. Mr. Evan Bennett, PE, a recent addition to Hussey Gay Bell’s civil/site development group, will spearhead the firm’s Statesboro operations and will oversee the firm’s clients throughout Southeast Georgia.

Mr. Nathan Brown, RLS, has been with the firm for over 17 years and currently serves as the Director of Surveying and GIS for all Hussey Gay Bell Georgia operations. While primarily based in Savannah, Mr. Brown will expand the firm’s surveying services in the Statesboro office as well.

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Professional Women of Statesboro Award Two Scholarships to Local High School Graduates Members of Professional Women of Statesboro gathered for their annual Scholarship Luncheon at the Holiday Inn and honored two 2017 scholarship recipients, Keri Carter and ZaMya Williams, both graduates of Portal Middle/High School.

The PWS Scholarships are awarded annually to two local young women who are pursuing post-secondary education at either Georgia Southern University or Ogeechee Technical College.

Portal Middle/High School Graduates Keri Carter PWS has approximately 40 members, and ZaMya Williams were the recipients of the 2017 including entrepreneurs, financial and insur- Professional Women of Statesboro Scholarships. ance professionals, attorneys, education professionals and small business owners, who come together each month to network over professional development & well-being luncheons.

The purpose of the organization is “To promote a spirit of cooperation and understanding among members; to provide a strong network of professional contacts; to contribute to the mutual education and encouragement of members; and to achieve recognition of the contribution of women to the community.” PWS meets the third Wednesday of each month, excluding June & July. http://professionalwomenofstatesboro.org/.

Statesboro High Raises $8.2K for Hurricane Relief

Red Cross to use funds for victims of hurricanes in TX, FL, GA & Puerto Rico

Statesboro High (SHS), which was closed for six days due to Hurricanes Matthew and Irma, presented the American Red Cross with a check for $8,261.95 on Sept. 28, for victims of Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria. The school, which had originally planned a fundraiser on Sept. 8, for hurricane victims in Texas, had to quickly reschedule and reorganize the event when Hurricane Irma’s path shifted and closed Statesboro High’s school district for three days.

Esther Sheppard, executive director of the American Red Cross of Southeast & Coastal Georgia accepted the donation during a Bulloch County Board of Education (BOE) meeting. The funds were proceeds from a barbeque chicken dinner fundraiser SHS hosted on its campus on Sept. 22, for victims in Texas, Florida, Georgia and Puerto Rico.

Claxton Poultry was one of the first businesses to step up and help by donating 1,000 chicken halves. “We were just totally excited by the tremendous community turnout,” said Collins, who enlisted several SHS alumni and faculty alumni to help cook, like Kenny Tucker and Vernon Littles.

“I always try to give back to the school (SHS) and organizations that need help,” said Littles, who is a 1984 graduate and student athlete of SHS and a former Bulloch County BOE member.

In addition to Claxton Poultry, other major sponsors included Ellis Meat Market, Lewis Printing, McCook’s Pharmacy, Southern Pharmacy, FRED’s Pharmacy, Savannah River Mortgage, Sea Island Bank, SERVPRO and Dairy Queen.

The school’s Culinary Arts Instructor Cindy Hart, her students, faculty, parents and more than 40 community volunteers prepared side dishes of coleslaw, green beans, and deserts.

Statesboro Teens’ Artwork Heads to Washington Statesboro High artists win four of five 12th District Congressional Art Competition awards

Four artists from Statesboro High School were honored by Congressman Rick W. Allen (R-GA-12), on Saturday, Oct. 21, in Augusta, for winning four of the top five awards presented by the 12th District’s 2017 Congressional Art Competition. The teens received their awards during a special ceremony at the Georgia Carolina Fair.

Selected by a panel of distinguished judges, the students’ artwork will now be displayed in Congressman Allen’s Washington D.C. and District offices from May 2018 through Pictured: (L-R) Brooke Jarrett (3rd Runner-up), Grace Price (1st Runner-up), and Madison Wilkes (2nd Runner-up) with May 2019.

Gracen Price’s work entitled, “Dirt Road,” Congressman Rick Allen. Not Pictured: Shirling Xu was the contest’s first runner-up. Madison Wilkes’ work entitled “Water Tower,” was second runner-up, and Brooke Jarrett’s work, “Tractor,” won third runner-up.

Shirling Xu won the People’s Choice Award. This award was chosen by constituents in the 12th District who voted online for their favorite work of art from postings on Congressman Allen’s official Facebook page.

The school’s participation in the competition was coordinated by SHS Art Teacher Hayley Bond. All entries in the competition were original in concept, design and execution, and each depicts a scene from the 12th District of Georgia.

7th Annual SERVPRO Golf Tournament Raises $5,000 for C.A.F.E. Unit On September 28th, 2017, the 7th Annual SERVPRO Golf Tournament was held to benefit the local Community Assistance in Fire Emergencies unit (C.A.F.E.).

The C.A.F.E. unit is an outfitted RV that responds at the request of the Statesboro Fire Department when an individual or family is displaced by a house fire. The C.A.F.E. unit offers blankets, emergency clothing and shelter until accommodations can be made for the displaced family. Funds are raised each year to offset the cost of materials supplied to the victims of a home fire.

This year, the SERVPRO Golf Tournament raised $5,000.00 for the C.A.F.E. Unit.

“Without the help of our community and sponsors we could not make this possible every year,” said Peggy Garner, owner of Statesboro SERVPRO, along with husband Stephen. “Thank you so much for your continued support of this event.”

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For some it’s jingle bells, for others, seeing the Nutcracker ballet performed live, or A Christmas Carol on stage, and still others get the Christmas spirit from experiencing a live nativity or a cantata at church. If you’re looking for something to fill you with the holiday spirit this year, don’t miss TMT Farm’s Extravaganza of Lights display shining from the Saturday after Thanksgiving until just past Christmas. A brilliant gift to the community of light and laughter from Bulloch County Commission chairman Roy Thompson, wife Deborah, and family.

The Thompsons started building their trail of lights 15 years ago when Roy placed an antique wagon and some free standing reindeer decorated with strings of lights at the entrance to their farm on Old River Road North in Bulloch County.

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“We bought the farm in 1989,” said Roy, “and built the house in ask folks to bring us to benefit area food pantries.”

1993.”

There is no admission charged for the light show, but the Thompsons do ask viewers to bring along some food to help feed those less “We lived on Marvin Avenue for 23 years,” said Deborah, “Roy built fortunate. Or a new toy in its original wrapping for a family who may the cabin to be big enough for us to live in if we decided to move to the be struggling during the holidays. farm one day. He thought I wouldn’t want to live there because it was Neighbors, civic organizations, Sunday school classes, and other area too far out, but I loved it out here. We put a for sale sign on our house groups have stepped forward to relieve the Thompsons from spending one week and it sold the next. We have lived here ever since.” every night during the holidays at the collection booth. They volunteer Roy and Deborah have been joined on the farm by daughter Jennifer, son Tyler, and their spouses, Jeff and Chrissee, plus seven grandto help with collections and steering the cars along the circular trail. children ranging in age from five to 30. “It takes all of us to get it ready The attraction has grown to cover 1.6 miles of the Thompsons Farm. for the holidays each year,” said Roy. During the month long exhibit, 35,000 cars come through the display.

What makes the trail of lights so uniquely local in flavor is the collecSome nights the line of cars can be backed up down Old River Road tion of iconic business signs from Statesboro’s past. for two miles in both directions filled with friends The Thompsons have recreated places that those and families ready to experience what has become a Editor’s Note: The TMT Farms who grew up with them in Statesboro can remember Bulloch County Christmas tradition.

Christmas Lights Extravaganza from times gone by. There’s a Henry’s dress shop, a “There’s always more than one person in each vewill open on Saturday, November hicle,” said Roy. “We estimate between 325,000 and re-creation that honors the owners, the Moses fam25 at dusk and continue through ily, who lived near Deborah where she grew up at 350,000 saw the light show last year.”

Thursday, November 28. For more the intersection of Brannen and College Boulevard.

“Some cars have waited two hours to come information or directions, you can A complete brick replica of the Snooky’s Restauthrough,” said Deborah. visit them on Facebook at TMT rant façade, with original lighted sign also graces the Even the waiting in the car has become part of Farms Christmas Lights Display. trail. There’s a tribute to the Pav-a-lon, the former the tradition. Families bring along blankets and hot structure by the old Rec Department pool on Fair chocolate and seem to enjoy the anticipation of seeing the lights and seeing the expressions on the children’s faces as much Road where Statesboro’s children used to gather every summer. The as the attraction itself.

Pav-a-lon building has a “swimming pool” with lounge chairs and The TMT Farms Christmas Lights Display is becoming well known mannequin life guards to complete the effect. among Christmas lights enthusiasts as one of the best in the South.

“A lot of kids growing up today don’t know Snooky’s, Henry’s or the “We were contacted by The Great American Light Fight that has a Pav-a-lon,” said Deborah, “Or Robbins hot dogs.” national contest for the family with the best Christmas lights show,” “We like collecting old landmarks,” said Roy, “We have great memories from those places growing up. We like old things. We have been said Roy, “But, we were ruled out because they were looking for one trying to develop areas on the trail to interest all ages.” house on one parcel of land. Ours is a whole village including all our Both Roy and Deborah are natives of Statesboro. Roy graduated family’s homes here on the farm. It’s unique.” from Statesboro High School in 1964, followed by Deborah in 1967.

Last year the Thompsons were able to help 150 -175 families in the “We started dating the summer after my freshman year,” said DeboPortal area with food collected and Pastor John Long of Christian Social rah.

Ministries filled-up the bed of a pick-up and a cattle trailer with food Next March they will have been married 50 years. for the local pantry to feed the homeless and hungry. The Thompsons “We never broke up and we have worked together every day of our consider their lights display a mission for the community, for which marriage in the flooring business Roy’s dad started in 1952,” Deborah they find inspiration in their favorite scriptures. shared.

For Roy it’s Philippians 4:6, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in Their dedication to each other and to the community at large is every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” “And don’t forget to thank Him for His answers,” added inspiring.

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The Thompsons have no idea how many lights are strung from the Deborah likes Romans 8:28, “And we know that in all things God trees to the ten-feet-tall stand-up Christmas characters, down the lane works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according around a whole village of western store front facades, across teepees, to his purpose.” outlining the village chapel, around the bend to the corral and the “We have tried to instill in our grandchildren that you don’t get the Statesboro nostalgia scene. full benefit of being blessed until you share your blessings with others,” “We added 600 boxes this year,” said Roy, “Businesses has been good Deborah said. to us about buying lights in bulk. We have purchased other supplies “It’s a blessing to me,” said Roy, “Because it’s a little like being Santa, such as lumber locally as well.” but I believe it’s the work of the Lord. There is nothing more heart-warm“We are not able to do this without our family, and a great community that supports us,” said Deborah. “To start with, our family ing than to see the kid’s faces – it is Christmas after all! The spirit in the worked every night collecting the donations of non-perishable food we heart puts the spirit in the air. We believe that spirit is the love of Christ.” S November/December 2017 • 17

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Read All About It! The Four Librarians Who Make it All Happen Written by Jenny Starling Foss Photography by Frank Fortune

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As the saying goes – When you absolutely positively have to know, ask a librarian. The Statesboro Regional Library System has four librarians who oversee the daily operations, plan and organize the programming, conduct classes and schedule activities each week, with one great benefit to the public – all of the classes and activities are free!

Under their leadership, today’s library system is a vibrant learning center full of programs for children and personal growth opportunities for adults, that seeks to provide a place and a sense of community to engage, educate and enlighten the public.

Jennifer Durham Jennifer Durham, a native of Sylvester, Georgia, (the peanut capital of the world, she shared), is Regional Director of the Statesboro Library System. She is responsible for the local libraries in Statesboro, Metter, Claxton, Pembroke, Richmond Hill and Swainsboro.

Following in the footsteps of her grandmother, Mary Joines Durham, who was head of Tech Services at Valdosta State University, Durham earned her Master’s in Library Science at Florida State University. She worked briefly in Pasco, County, Florida, a “bedroom community for Tampa” before returning to Georgia. She joined the Statesboro Library System, working at the regional offices on East Grady Street and at various county locations.

“I was a consultant for the Candler County Library,” said Durham, “And as the libraries kept growing, I moved within the system. My responsibilities grew, too. One year after the director left, the trustees asked me to apply for the job.”

She has been the director for three years and finds having an office at the Statesboro branch exciting.

“I am learning every day,” said Durham. “It helps when you believe in the services and want the best for the communities you serve.”

Durham works on long range planning and goals for the individual libraries within the regional system. She works closely with the library boards in each community to help address issues on funding and support that the libraries may find challenging.

“We consider things like the effect of the ESPLOST vote. Whether we should build a library in Brooklet or Portal? Funding. Staffing,” she said.

Durham is also involved with securing grants for special projects such as replacing the public computers and in the maintenance and operations of all the facilities.

“We have a real working board and a community as a whole that has been very supportive of the library’s plans and activities,” said Durham.

Funds for operating the library come from the state of Georgia, the Bulloch County Board of Commissioners and the Friends of the Library who hold fundraisers throughout the year to raise money to pay for programming.

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“We would not be able to offer all of the programming we have without the support of the Friends,” said Durham.

Darlene Alessi For the first time in a while, the Statesboro Regional Library has a full time librarian of its own. Since Durham’s arrival, Darlene Alessi has been hired to manage the Statesboro branch. Alessi, a native of New York (Not the Big Apple), worked in the academic field for 22 years prior to becoming a librarian.

“I got a B.A. and an M.S., but didn’t go anywhere,” she said. “I went back to school and got a second Master’s in Library Science and started scouring the internet for jobs.”

She landed in Statesboro two years ago and has been expanding library services and programming, while managing the facilities and the staff.

Alessi shared, “Statesboro has always had a strong library and has been head of the regional system since 1941. The Statesboro system was one of the first three systems in Georgia.” It was built by the WPA in the 1930s during the Great Depression. Subsidies for libraries eventually ended and states had to look at supporting libraries all over the state. That’s when the library system was born. Statesboro’s system has six facilities in neighboring counties.”

Alessi’s mission is to manage the facilities, maintain the building, increase programing for children and adults, and strengthen customer service.

Her greatest challenge is with maintenance.

“We have replaced lights and HVACs,” she said. “We will soon be paving the parking lot to repair damage from water run-off.” Funds for these projects come from state matching grants for which the librarians apply yearly to keep up the community’s investment and equity. The stairwells will soon need to be replaced along with the 30 year old elevator.

“State funds from bond sales allocated by the legislature allowed us to buy new furniture, paint the walls, and purchase computers and computer tables,” said Alessi.

The library has also been able to purchase Chrome books for the Maker’s Monday programs and with STEAM grants awarded in the past two years purchased Lego robots, a 3-D printer, a green screen for video production along with a GoPro camera, a silhouette printer and a vinyl printer.

All of these gadgets expand the offerings of the library far beyond books to benefit the general public by making the latest in electronics available for programs, activities and learning. Not everyone can afford the latest in electronics, but the library levels the learning playing field by providing the public access to technology.

Cindy Hatchell Cindy Hatchell, a native of Bell County, Kentucky, joined the library

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Jennifer Durham, Regional Director; Cindy Hatchell, Youth Programing; Darlene Alessi, Director of Statesboro Library and Lillian Wingate, Genealogy Librarian.

staff as head of children’s programing in August of 2015. Since then new programs have been developed that have increased library traffic and engagement ten-fold.

Hatchell has built upon popular weekly activities like the Toddler Time story readings on Wednesday mornings, and the Home School students’ group programs on Thursdays. She has added a Geography Club, DIY Club for teens, ANIME and Manga Clubs, chess club, Lego club, game nights, craft nights, crocheting, music & lyrics, and movies. Kids can also take advantage of special props within the Children’s Activity area such as a puppet show.

Hatchell started out to train as a teacher, but during student teaching, she

realized that she wanted to work with kids in another way that would make a difference.

“I love it because I can be creative and invent programing,” said Hatchell.

“It really is the best gig ever!”

She finds it most rewarding “when a child finds a book he or she likes and they start reading and become excited and engaged and their eyes light up – they are getting it – the importance of reading,” she said.

Her greatest challenge is finding ways to keep teens interested. “My mission for the older kids is to keep them engaged. I want to reach them and let them know that they can make a difference, that they can go to college and be successful in life,” she said.

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Eight years ago in Kentucky, Hatchell started a program called “52 Weeks of Giving.” Each Friday afternoon a group of volunteers gathers at the library to do random acts of kindness throughout the community.

They’ve furnished pet beds for the Humane Society, held a luggage drive for foster kids, and created lap blankets for nursing home residents for whom they also do carols & cards at Christmas. They hold bake sales for Veterans, and on November 3 they will hold a blood drive for Team Ireland, the third one at the library this year.

Hatchell has also planned some special programming for one Saturday each month around a book give-a-way.

September featured Curious George with a life size George in attendance. The event overflowed the children’s section and took over the whole library. November’s theme will be dinosaurs, and December will feature Breakfast with Santa and a special viewing of the Polar Express, plus a Christmas sing-a-long.

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Lillian Wingate Lillian Wingate is a part-time genealogy librarian from Pelham, Georgia, in charge of the Brannen Room section of the library where some of Bulloch County’s most precious historical records are held. She holds a degree in History & Anthropology from Georgia Southern.

“Some people have no idea how to do what they need to do,” said Wingate. “We’re here to help them find the information they are

seeking, and that goes beyond searching for ancestors.”

Wingate admits, genealogy is in her genes. “My education is in history, but my mother is a genealogist, and what is genealogy, but family history,” she said.

Wingate was the first undergraduate at G.S. to work on the Camp Lawton display under the direction of Dr. Brent Tharp. She started at the Statesboro library in November of 2015.

In addition to overseeing the genealogy section, Wingate teaches about three classes a month. She provides help for people researching records and points then in the right direction or assists in finding the answer to their ancestry questions.

The most rewarding aspects of being a librarian for Wingate are “being able to help people find ancestors when they didn’t think they could,” she said.

Wingate has cataloged all the microfilm at the library of newspapers and photos, and when the copyright clearance comes through, she looks forward to sharing them online. She hopes to have a tab on the main website that library card holders can access.

Libraries are essential in giving all citizens access to knowledge. In the digital age, they are needed more than ever before.

Get your library card, and you’ll be able to borrow a print or electronic book, use free internet services, trace your history, engage your children, teens and family in exciting activities or attend a course improving your skills. Most importantly, however, visit the library if you want a smart and clear answer to all your questions. S

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A Zach Clifton--Up & Running for Success

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At age 18, Georgia Southern University freshman, Zach Clifton, has already built a resume of accomplishments usually seen in someone much older. The former Southeast Bulloch High School honor student, academic scholarship recipient and cross-country champion, sports a 5k, 3.1 miles, P.R. (personal record), of seventeen minutes and thirty-eight seconds, (five minutes, forty-one second per-mile pace), as a runner. A record set on a grassy trail at the W.W. Mann Retreat Center last fall, where he was crowned Region 3-AAA Champion. Clifton also paced his Southeast Bulloch High School team to the overall title, the first one for SEB in over a decade. Not even a year out of high school, in addition to his racing prowess, Zach can add race director, event manager, fund raiser and innovative race film producer to that resume.

Clifton became a runner initially to improve his overall athleticism.

“When I was in middle school, I was playing soccer and wanted to improve my fitness so I started running,” he said. “My only goal was to make the middle school soccer team. I eventually ran more and transitioned from being a soccer player to a high school runner. I ran my first race in 2011. I thought I was going to die. One of the local high school coaches at the race told me I did well. That gave me more encouragement and motivation to pursue running in high school instead of soccer. By the end of my junior year in high school I was running over 100 miles a month.”

Running over three miles at a five minutes, forty-one seconds per-mile pace, is a testament to the former soccer player’s fitness. In addition to being fit, Clifton has always been very goal-oriented.

Toby Davis, Zach’s former high school track and cross-country coach remarked, “Zach’s leadership and maturity are outstanding. Even after graduation, Zach continues to frequently come to meets to address the team and motivate the runners. It seems that whatever Zach sets his mind to, improving as a runner or helping someone in need, he accomplishes.”

Additional evidence of Davis’ confidence in Clifton is after 18 years, Coach Davis officially turned over to Zach, his race directing duties of Bulloch County’s largest 5k race, the Brooklet Peanut Festival’s Peanut Run, which annually draws over 500 runners. Clifton was assistant race director for this year’s event, and next year he will be totally in charge of all aspects of the race.

For all his accomplishments, Clifton has also faced some personal challenges.

“At the beginning of my junior year in high school, a childhood friend of mine, Jordan Aubrey, died in an accident,” Clifton said. “The sudden death of someone so young who had been close to me, transformed my view on life. I now incorporate it into my mantra - I aspire to live every day of my life towards making the world better.”

One way Clifton wants to make Bulloch County better is by organizing and promoting other 5k races now that he has the Peanut Run experience.

“I want to bring the best quality of races that are similar to the famed Wingfoot cross-country meet, hosted by the iconic Atlanta Track Club and the Gate River Run National Championship 15k in Jacksonville, Florida to this area,” said Clifton. “I would also like to run a race in all 50 states.”

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Editor’s Note: Up & Running videos can currently be viewed on YouTube.com

“The sudden death of someone so young who had been close to me, transformed my view on life. I now incorporate it into my mantra - I aspire to live every day of my life towards making the world better.”

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Zach Clifton--Up & Running for Success

Clifton has started his own company, Up & Running, to make his dreams come true.

“I started Up & Running in August of this year as an event management company specializing in running road races. I love running, meeting people, filming, and all aspects of racing,” Clifton stated. “My venture into the business/fund-raising side of running is a perfect fit. I am a business and communications major at GSU.” Clifton has already posted videos to YouTube from this year’s Brooklet Peanut Festival 5k and GSU’s True Blue Homecoming 5k and 10k road race in October.

Another aspect of racing promotion that Clifton is developing is the filming of runners.

What distinguishes him, is how he films—very up close and personal—Clifton shadows runners. Eschewing typical media road race filming vehicles such as a golf cart or the back of a motorcycle, Clifton runs alongside the runners. He not only films, he inspires, cheers, and supports the entire field, not just the elite runners.

“I learned to film while working in the marketing department at Campus Recreation Intramurals at Georgia Southern. My supervisor, Jeremy Wilburn, graciously let me borrow some of his equipment so I could film at the Brooklet Peanut Festival 5k. Since then I have purchased my own equipment, a Go-Pro Hero 5 and a stabilizer,” said Clifton.

The Go-Pro video camera is suspended from a wand that Clifton holds aloft as he runs and it pivots to keep the images stable. He can video one runner or the whole field as he keeps pace.

Clifton added, “There is so much local talent that simply needs to be exposed. I hope to bring communities throughout South Georgia, closer together. Producing and filming these races will be my way of supporting the runners and affording them more opportunities for recognition.”

Clifton hopes to use his videos to promote racers, events and racing overall as a sport.

“I want the best exposure possible,” he said.

“All races have photos. Very few small (market) races offer race videos. My intent is for Up & Running to capture a video of every race.”

Clifton’s next hosted race is the Resolution Run, Delight in the Lord Ministries (DLM), 5k, January 20, 2018, in Brooklet. The event will be held on the same course as the Peanut Festival 5k race. One hundred percent of the proceeds from that event will go to feed the children of the ministries’ school in Uganda.

Clifton credits his faith and the love of his parents as his inspirations for giving back.

“One of my favorite scriptures is 2 Timothy 4:7, ‘I have fought the good fight. I have finished the race. I have kept the faith.’” (New International Version). ”I owe everything to my parents, Angie and Brant Clifton. They have raised me to be the man I am today. My grandpa, Billy Clifton, also inspired me, he was the 1962, Georgia Ju-

nior College State Champion in the 100-yard dash, when he was a student at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College,” said Clifton.

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Warm up with these cozy recipes and festive food ideas for the holidays. Start your party off with a great appetizer or end your dinner with an amazing sweet treat. These six easy recipes are guaranteed to add flavor to any gathering, and were chosen to save you time in the kitchen so you can spend more time enjoying your guests. Enjoy!

2 packages (12 oz. each) bulk pork sausage 1 medium bell pepper, chopped (1 cup) 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup) 3 cups frozen hash brown potatoes 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz.)

1 cup Original Bisquick™ mix 2 cups milk ¼ tsp. pepper 4 eggs

Quail Pilaf 4 bacon strips, halved 8 quail (about 2 pounds) 1 cup shredded carrots 1/2 cup sliced green onions 1/2 cup minced fresh parsley 2-1/2 cups chicken broth 1 cup uncooked long grain rice 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. lemon-pepper seasoning

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until partially done. Remove bacon; drain, reserving two tablespoons drippings.

Brown quail in drippings. Remove and keep warm. Sauté carrots, onions and parsley in drippings until tender. Add broth, rice, salt and lemon pepper; bring to a boil. Place quail over rice; place one bacon strip on each. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until the rice is tender and quail is cooked.

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Saltine Cracker Toffee Bars 40 saltine crackers 1 cup unsalted butter 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 cup chopped pecans 12 oz. milk chocolate chips Line a 15 x 10 x 1-inch baking sheet with the saltine crackers. Set aside. Preheat oven to 375° F. In a small saucepan over mediumhigh heat, melt butter. Add in sugar and bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly.

Once it begins to boil, remove from heat.

Pour over saltine crackers and sprinkle with chopped pecans. Place in a 375° F oven for about 13-15 minutes, until crackers are browned and caramelized. Remove from oven and using a small spatula, place each piece of toffee onto a sheet of parchment paper on the counter. Melt chocolate morsels and spread generously over toffee. Allow chocolate to set. May be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Heat oven to 400° F. Grease rectangular baking dish, 13 x 9 x 2 inches. Cook sausage, bell pepper and onion in 10-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink; drain.

Stir together sausage mixture, potatoes and 1-1/2 cups of the cheese in baking dish.

Stir Bisquick™ mix, milk, pepper and eggs until blended. Pour into baking dish. Bake uncovered 40 to 45 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 1 to 2 minutes longer or just until cheese is melted. Cool five minutes.

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Sweet Potato & Cauliflower Salad 1 1/2 lb. small sweet potatoes, cut lengthwise into 1/2” wedges 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets 7 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 3 Tbsp. sherry vinegar 8 c. torn mixed lettuces 2/3 c. pomegranate seeds

Fireball Jello Cupcakes

Toss together sweet potatoes, cauliflower, 3 tablespoons olive oil, salt and pepper on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast at 425° F, tossing once, until golden, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool. Whisk together remaining olive oil, sherry vinegar, salt and pepper in a bowl. Add lettuces, pomegranate seeds, and roasted vegetables; toss to coat and serve.

Fireball Jello shots: 1-1/3 cup ginger ale 2 envelopes plain gelatin 2/3 cup Fireball whisky Few drops red food coloring Fireball buttercream: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 Tbsp. Fireball whisky 1-1/2 cups powdered sugar Pinch of salt Lightly spray molds with non-stick spray and wipe excess off with a paper towel.

Pour the ginger ale into a medium saucepan and sprinkle the gelatin on top. Allow the gelatin to soak for 2-3 minutes, then begin to heat on low, stirring constantly until gelatin is fully dissolved (about 5 minutes).

Remove saucepan from heat and stir in the whisky and a few drops of red food coloring. Pour into molds and chill for several hours, or until set. In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the butter on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, 2-3 minutes.

Reduce the speed and add the whisky, powdered sugar, and salt. Increase the speed back to medium-high and mix until creamy and smooth. Transfer frosting to a piping bag and decorate each Jello shot with a swirl, adding sprinkles if desired. Store Jello shots in the fridge until ready to serve.

Sweet Potato Pound Cake 1½ c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. ground cinnamon ½ tsp. ground nutmeg ¼ tsp. baking soda Dash of salt 1 stick unsalted butter

¾ c. granulated sugar ¼ c. light-brown sugar ½ tsp. vanilla extract 1 c. leftover mashed sweet potatoes 2 large eggs Nonstick baking spray with flour ½ c. chopped pecans

Preheat oven to 325° F. In a medium bowl, sift flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt. In a large bowl and using an electric mixer set on medium, cream butter, sugars, and vanilla until light and fluffy. Blend in sweet potatoes, then eggs one at a time.

With the mixer on low, add the flour mixture in thirds blending just enough to combine.

Spoon batter into a greased 9-inch loaf pan. Sprinkle pecans on top of batter. Bake until skewer inserted in middle comes out clean, 65 to 75 minutes. Transfer pan to wire rack to cool. After 15 minutes release cake from pan to cool completely.

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Apple Walnut Stuffing Rosemary Port Cranberry Sauce ¾ lb. mild ground pork sausage 1 medium Sweet onion 2 medium Granny Smith apples 1 c. celery 2 large Garlic cloves 1 c. toasted walnuts ¼ c. fresh parsley 2 Tbsp. fresh sage 1 Tbsp. fresh thyme leaves 1 tsp. Kosher salt ½ tsp. freshly ground pepper 12 c. assorted bread cubes 2½ c. low-sodium turkey or chicken broth ¼ c. melted butter Fresh parsley

1½ c. sugar 1 c. Port wine 2 sprig fresh rosemary 2 fresh ginger slices 5 c. fresh or frozen cranberries Dash of salt Dash of pepper ⅓ c. orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier)

Heat oven to 350° F. Sauté sausage and onion in a large skillet over medium heat 6 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink. Add apples and next 2 ingredients; sauté 5 more minutes or until apples are tender. Stir in walnuts and next 5 ingredients. Transfer to a large bowl, and let cool 10 minutes. Fold in bread and broth until well blended. Spoon into a well-greased 3-quart or 13 x 9-inch baking pan. Brush top generously with butter. Bake at 350° F for 45 to 50 minutes or until top is crusty and brown. Garnish, if desired.

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Bring first 7 ingredients to a boil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer, stirring occasionally, 20 minutes or until berries split and mixture thickens. Remove from heat; cool 30 minutes. Remove and discard rosemary and ginger; stir in orange liqueur. Process mixture in a blender until smooth. Pour into a lightly greased 3 to 3 1/2-cup mold; cover and chill 8 hours or up to 2 days until set.

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Blackberry Goat Cheese Crackers 1/2 cup silver or gold sanding sugar 2 cups fresh blackberries, divided Juice of 1/2 lemon 2 Tbsp. agave syrup 5 oz. goat cheese at room temperature 1 package favorite crackers 1 small bunch fresh mint for garnish Place sanding sugar in a small bowl. Add 15 blackberries (or however many crackers you are making) to the bowl, using a spoon to turn to coat. If sugar is not sticking, toss a few drops of water onto the blackberries and try again. In a small saucepan, simmer the remaining blackberries, lemon juice, and agave over medium heat until berries have broken down. Use a wooden spoon to break up berries and help them along.

Once the berries have turned into a jamlike mixture, after cooking about 10 minutes, remove from heat. Spread a teaspoon of goat cheese onto each cracker. Top with a small dollop of blackberry sauce. Top with a single sparkling blackberry and garnish with mint. S

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Dr. Morrow brings knowledge and passion about Dry Eye Syndrome and is adamant about treatment plans which offer relief from dry eye symptoms including redness, irritation, itching, and watering. She is an advocate for pediatric eye care and spreading awareness on the importance of early eye care for infants and children and is a provider for InfantSEE, a program providing one wellness eye exam for all 6-12 month old infants to ensure their eyes are healthy and not at risk for amblyopia (“lazy eye”).

She and her husband, Brian Morrow, moved to Statesboro in July 2017, have three dogs and enjoy traveling, camping, hiking, & spending time with family and friends. She is looking forward to getting involved in the Statesboro community and building lasting relationships with her patients as she makes Statesboro her new home.

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Holiday Gift Guide If you have not yet finished your holiday shopping — or, like us, haven’t even started it — then we would like to suggest a challenge. Shop local! Of course, there is no better time to start than right now! We know it’s not December just yet, but the holiday season is in full force!

This year, show support for innovative, independent local business owners instead. It’s a win-win situation for all.

Forget about Internet shopping. Put down your credit card and phone. Close the browser window that’s open to Amazon, eBay, and the like. Put on your boots and coat and go for a walk. Head to the streets of Statesboro and the rest of Bulloch County, where glowing shop windows are decorated and lit up for the season. Perhaps there is a Christmas tree somewhere, carols piping softly from a speaker.

Grab a cup of hot cider from an independent coffee shop and let it warm your hands. Relax. This is supposed to be fun, not stressful. This is a time to savor.

Step into a store. Exchange greetings with the store owner. Maybe you already know them. Is it a neighbor or a parent from your kids’ school?

Take a look around. Tell the staff person what you’re looking for and they can point out great ideas you might never notice.

Find a unique, lovely, and affordable gift for a family member — something that you can examine up close, touch and feel, knowing exactly what you’re getting. All your questions will be answered on the spot: “Where is this made? How was it made? Can you tell me anything about this company?”

Hand over your money. Place it in the hands of the individual at the cash register. Remember, this person lives within your own community.

He or she has worked tirelessly to open this business — maybe it’s been a lifelong dream of theirs — and to keep it afloat in an unpredictable economy. This person dedicates long hours to sourcing products, stocking shelves, changing window displays, and fending off competition from the big box stores down the road.

This person is grateful to you for your business because it makes a difference. This person relies on your purchase to pay staff, to cover rent, to put food on the table, to pay off a house, to buy for a child.

There is no shipping to pay, even less packaging to throw away. You put the item in your bag, and continue down the street, stopping to look in the windows of the beautiful little shops that make the downtown area so attractive. Follow your interests, your intuition, and your curiosity.

Find unusual things, selected from carefully curated collections by people who care and know the industry well. Buy according to what’s available, rather than reaching to the far ends of the Earth.

Wrap the gifts with care. Place under the tree, and see your family’s faces light up with delight at the lovely presents they find there. Tell people where you shopped.

Promote the stores, encourage others to go there, spread the word.

The Statesboro Magazine annual Gift Guide is filled with local gifts for everyone on your shopping list. Feel satisfied about the fact that you’ve redirected your own hard-earned money into the hands of neighbors and friends. We will all have a Happier Holiday Season as a result!

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Professional Eye Care 214 Savannah Ave., Statesboro, GA 912-764-5609 www.vision-source-drdeal.com A. Choose from a wide variety of fashion-forward frames.

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L.A. Waters Furniture & Mattress Center 912-764-5431 / 800-468-6925 300 Lovett Rd. & Downtown Statesboro www.lawaters.com C. Hooker Furniture Sedona Grand Piano Dark Wood Leather Executive Swivel Chair D. Universal Summer Hill Entertainment Console. This console has lots of storage room as well as a power unit and coaxial cable for immediate hook up.

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Averitt Center for the Arts 912-212-2787 33 East Main Street, Statesboro, GA www.averittcenterforthearts.org Box Office Hours: Tuesday – Friday: 12 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

E. Give an Averitt Center for the Arts gift card this holiday season for the art lover in your life! Gift cards can be used for performance tickets, workshops, camps, or classes in dance, theater, strings, orchestra, painting, clay, sculpture, and ballet.

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University Store 912-478-5181 91 Georgia Ave., Statesboro, GA www.gsustore.com A. GS GUS pillow pet...$19.99 B. Blue and Gold GS stocking...$38.99 C. Porcelain Strutter GUS Christmas tree ornament...$15.99 D. Embroidered GS sherpa blanket...$49.99 E. GS beanie...$20.99 F. GS nut cracker...$29.99 Available In-Store Only

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TruFlame 22801 US Hwy 80, Statesboro, GA 912-764-7383 Augusta, GA / 706-901-7200 Waynesboro, GA / 706-554-0346 www.truflame.org G. Gas logs bring great warmth and ambiance with the click of a button. We have a vast selection of gas logs that can be used with propane or natural gas. You may replace wood burning in your fireplace, or update the logs you have. If you choose, add a free standing fireplace with gas logs.

H. Give the gift of heat! ProCom Black Stove Heater or a fireplace. Visit our showroom to see our selection of heaters, fireplaces, and gas logs. Gas heat is warmer than electric!

I. Cook outside your kitchen with a deep fryer by Bayou Classic or R&V Works. Oil lasts longer and stores easily in the fryer between frying times. When time to change the oil, just drain, wipe out, and refill. Easy cooking!

Deal’s Furniture, Mattress Outlet, & Gifts 17083 GA HWY 67 South, Statesboro, GA 912-682-3824 www.dealsfurniture1.com J. Graphic Christmas Raglans and Tees.

K. Live Oak and Comfort Colors T-Shirt with a variety of graphics.

L. We offer a variety of Georgia Southern gifts perfect for any fan from t-shirts, home décor, apparel, beverage sets, decanter sets, coasters, purses and wallets, keychains, jewelry, ornaments, custom gifts, and more.

M. Special messages for the griller in your life!

N. Live Oak Sherpa Pullovers - $95. Live Oak Brand brings you the best in Southern Lifestyle apparel.

O. Tervis® Stainless Tumblers – 24hrs cold, 8hrs hot! Find your favorite team and pattern in 20oz or 30oz of 18/8 stainless steel providing serious insulation with double wall vacuum technology copper lined for max temp retention. Each tumbler comes with a splash proof easy close lid.

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Walker Boutique 2425 Northside Drive West (Hwy. 80), Statesboro, GA / 912-764-4438 1198 Merchants Way, Statesboro, GA 912-623-2080 114 B Parker Avenue, Brooklet, GA 912-842-9886 www.WalkerBoutique.com A. Musee. Hand-pressed bath balm made with natural products & homemade recipe.

The therapeutic aromas and soothing oils are refreshing to the body and healing to your skin.

B. Vintage cool to the core! The Sherpa Vest adds some throwback style to your cool-weather layering.

C. Erimish. We bring bright and creative bracelet stacks and jewelry to you at an affordable price.

D. Julie Vos. Jewelry made of semi-precious stones, pearl and imported glass, hand-set in 24K gold plate. Designed in New York City.

E. Enewton Designs. Classic. Current. Timeless.

Shop 14kt gold-filled pieces that are lightweight, versatile and handcrafted with gemstones and Swarovski crystals.

F. Corkcicle Canteen. Enjoy 25 hours of cool with triple insulation.

G. Thymes Frasier Fir. The aromatic snap of Siberian Fir needles, heartening cedarwood and earthy sandalwood combine to create a just-cut forest fragrance that evokes warmth and comfort.

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Southern Family Dental Group 108 Gentilly Road / Statesboro, GA 912-764-6861 www.southernfamilydentalgroup.com H. Sonicare - $200 (depends on model) I. Teeth Whitening valued at $300 TC Outdoors 1242 Northside Drive East / Statesboro, GA 912-489-3474 www.tc-outdoors.com J. Browning’s Safes are practical, providing excellent protection against fire and security, without the bland look of a generic gun safe.

K. Zebco Bullet 2017 is faster than all spincast reels, and even faster than 6.1:1 baitcasting reels, and a size 20 spinning reel. Geared at 5.1:1, Bullet picks up an unprecedented 29.6” of line with each revolution of the handle - a handle that’s padded with unique-feeling new GripEm™ All Weather Handle Knobs.

The Warehouse 8550 US-301, Statesboro, GA 912-681-4465 L. Everything to decorate your home! We have furniture, fabric, and flooring! We offer a variety of home décor and home statement pieces such as blue and white ceramic spheres.

M/N. The Warehouse has a large selection of gifts including décor wood art, candles, and bamboo serving ware.

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Bernard’s Jewelers 23999 Northside Drive East, Statesboro, GA 100 Brampton Avenue, Statesboro, GA 912-764-5379 www.bernardsjewelers.com A. Elegant and refined jeweler Charles Garnier Paris redefines contemporary jewelry basics through the utilization of the latest technical innovation and constant care for perpetual harmony.

B. Citizen is recognized as a worldwide leader in advanced technology. Available in men and women styles at Bernard’s Jewelers.

C. Chamilia’s line of interchangeable jewelry includes a dream assortment of charms, beads, bracelets, necklaces, earrings and locks to inspire your creativity. Find the perfect setting for your expressive design.

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Stella 1098 Bermuda Run, Statesboro, GA 912-681-7008 D. Shop Stella style with a Boho-Chic collection of clothing and accessories.

Get your bling on with our favorite rings, bracelets, and statement necklaces and pair with the perfect boot or sneaker!

Braswell Food Company 226 North Zetterower Ave, Statesboro, GA 912-764-6191 www.baswells.com E. Variety of corporate baskets, holiday party hostess gifts, and specialty preserves, jams, jellies, fruit butters, honey, salad dressings, marinades, wine sauces, mustards, relishes, condiments, and teas.

Sew Much Fun 1098 Bermuda Run, Suite 2, Statesboro, GA 912-681-1045 Sew Much Fun offers a wide gift selection and all purchases include monogram. Visit their Etsy site and new location in the Market District.

F. Boyfriend Pullover, $65 Cozy Crew Pullover, $50 G. Plush Quilts and Blankets H. Variety of Scout Bags and Purses Colonial House of Flowers 100 Brampton Ave., Suite 1i, Statesboro, GA www.colonialhouse.net 912-764-6097 I. Olive tree in Terracotta cash pot, $19.95

Check “Where” Off Your Party Planning List!

Office Parties • Cocktail Parties • Luncheons • Banquets

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Serenity Day Spa 912-489-3883 1100 Brampton Avenue, Suite D, Statesboro, GA serenityspasalonstatesboro.com A. Give the gift of Aveda this holiday season with the purchase of a Gift Card. Gift cards can be purchased on-line or at our local spa & salon. Mention the word BOTANIC and receive a complimentary Botanical Hair Therapy Hair Treatment with the purchase of a $100 or more gift card; offer expires December 31, 2017 and valid for in-store purchases only.

H.L. Franklin’s Healthy Honey Pure, Raw, & Unfiltered Local Honey 127 N. Main Street, Suite 101. Statesboro, GA www.franklinfoodsllc.com 800-260-4995 B. 5 oz gift jars, $6. Honey flavors are Crystallized Cotton, Gallberry, Orange Blossom, Palmetto, Sourwood, Tupelo, and Wildflower. Visit our website for additional gift ideas!

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Honey Café & Catering 650 Millen Bypass, Millen, GA www.honeycatering.com 478-982-8086 C. Honey cheesecakes are known for their light, fluffy consistency and slightly sweeter flavor. All cheesecakes begin with our classic vanilla flavor and are developed into one-of-a-kind flavors. Our cheesecakes are made in small batches by family only. The recipe contains only 6 ingredients with no fillers or preservatives. Visit our website to view our delicious flavors and call to order!

Statesboro Magazine 16 Simmons Shopping Center, Statesboro, GA 912-489-2181 www.statesboromagazine.com D. Give the gift of community this holiday season with a subscription to Statesboro Magazine. Whether local or afar, if they love Statesboro, they’ll love Statesboro Magazine! One year (6 issues) for $20 or Two Years (12 issues) for $32.

Savannah Plastic Surgery Located in Statesboro Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Implant Center 4451 Country Club Road, Suite B / Statesboro, GA Dr. Carl Pearl available Wednesday 1:30PM – 4:30PM 1-800-424-8478 / www.savannahplasticsurgery.com E. BOTOX ® Cosmetic is the only approved treatment to temporarily improve the appearance of both moderate to severe frown lines between the brows and crow’s feet lines in adults. Call for our Holiday special!

F. Coolsculpting ® - Unique technology uses controlled cooling to freeze and eliminate unwanted fat cells without surgery or downtime. The procedure is FDA-cleared, safe, and effective. The results are lasting and undeniable.

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Cheeky Bliss Statesboro Mall 325 Northside Drive East, Statesboro, GA 912-871-4466 www.goshopcheeky.com Cheeky Bliss is a clothing & swimwear boutique specializing in professionally fitted bras sizes AA-K. H. Chill Seeker Jacket- Beige, $42. Faux fur jacket featuring an open front, long sleeved and fully lined. This jacket is made with a medium weight of faux fur that is very soft, warm, and well fitted.

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Swim Bike Run 1098 Bermuda Run, Suite 7, Statesboro, GA 912-681-2453 www.sbrboro.com J. Jamis bikes are manufactured to compress and set carbon fibers to reduce frame weight while increasing stiffness and strength. The result is a lighter, faster, stiffer, stronger frame that simply rides better. Swim Bike Run carries several models to fit your needs. Pictured: Jamis Trai X, 27.5 inch and Jamis Durango, 29 inch K. With midsoles twice the thickness of other running shoes, HOKA ONE ONE is also light and surefooted during a race, mountain trail races, and ultra marathons. With more cushioning at the end, HOKA makes runners feel like they’re gliding over the ground.

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Annual Giving Guide When you share a small act of kindness, a smile, or even a friendly wave with someone this holiday season, you’re giving something of yourself. The warm feeling those small acts create for you during the holidays can be expanded. You’ll find that the more you give, the more you receive in peace, love and understanding throughout the year.

One way to pass on those generous gestures to others is by volunteering with one of Bulloch County’s many non-profit organizations. These businesses exist to make life better for others who are not as fortunate, to support the elderly and infirmed, to raise money for medical research, and to provide shelter for those who need it most.

Keep your giving spirit going year round by contributing to one of these worthy organizations by lending your time, your talents and your needed financial support.

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Statesboro-Bulloch County Breast Cancer Foundation Statesboro-Bulloch County Breast Cancer Foundation www.statesboropinkpower.org | 912-764-PINK PO Box 2983, Statesboro, GA 30459 www.facebook.com/sbcbc

The purpose of the Statesboro-Bulloch County Breast Cancer Foundation is to serve as a regional resource for patients and families impacted by breast cancer through educational outreach, financial assistance, patient counseling and professional medical services supporting breast health.

Holiday Needs: Need runners and volunteers for the 2018 Pink Power Run. Go to www.pinkpowerrun.com for more info.

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Court Appointed Special Advocates CASA: Child Advocacy Services SEGA, Inc. 515 Denmark Street, Statesboro, GA 912-764-4849 | casaogeechee.org

Child Advocacy Services SEGA, Inc, is the sponsoring agency for CASA Ogeechee and The Visitation Centers. CASA volunteers advocate for the best interests of Georgia’s abused and neglected children. Bringing urgency to a child’s needs, both in and out of the courtroom, CASA volunteers promote safety, permanency and wellbeing through independent recommendations.

Holiday needs: We need volunteers and donations. The median cost to provide a CASA volunteer to one child is $1070 per year. To make a donation call 912-764-4849 or visit casaogeechee.org.

515 Denmark Street | Statesboro, GA 30458 912-489-1604 | www.concertedservices.org Concerted Services, Inc. (CSI) is a private nonprofit Community Action Agency originally established under the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964 to fight American’s War on Poverty. CSI began operating in eight southeast Georgia counties and has expanded to 29 of the 159 Georgia counties.

Holiday Needs: We are requesting donations that will be used to provide $50 grocery store vouchers for low-income families in need during the holidays. To make a donation call 912-489-1604 or visit www.concertedservices.org.

American Cancer Society

American Cancer Society, Inc. 201 South Main Street|Suite A, Statesboro, GA 30458 912-764-7410|800-227-2345|www.cancer.org

Lynda Brannen Williamson Foundation

Lynda Brannen Williamson Foundation c/o Mr. Billy Hickman Dabbs, Hickman, Hill and Cannon, LLP PO Box 727 | Statesboro, Georgia 30459 lbwfoundation.com |info@LBWFoundation.com Lynda Williamson impacted the region through extraordinary servant leadership. The Lynda Brannen Williamson Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, was created to focus on leadership development from a woman’s lens. The LBWF’s Leadership Academy is developing the region’s next generation of women leaders.

So that more young women can Live Like Lynda, we need your financial support. Consider a year end tax-deductible gift today.

The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service. The Relay For Life of Bulloch County and Georgia Southern University are uniting together for one event, which will be held on Friday, April 27, 2018 at the Kiwanis Ogeechee Fairgrounds.

Holiday needs: Relay teams/Corporate Sponsors/ Office Volunteers/Holiday Memorials for your special loved one. For more information contact Rachel Saxon at 912-764-7410 or rachel.saxon@cancer.org.

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Statesboro Food Bank

The Food Bank, Inc. 400 Donnie Simmons Ways, Statesboro, GA 30458 912-489-FOOD (3663) | statesborofoodbank.org info@statesborofoodbank.org The Food Bank, Inc. of Statesboro is leading the way in our community in the fight against hunger. It provides Emergency food to our neighbors in accordance with USDA nutritional standards.

Holiday needs: Monetary Donations will go towards the purchase of new refrigeration and freezers. Also newly used refrigerators and freezer would be greatly appreciated. We are in need of purchasing a heavy duty, double-axle utility trailer, closed utility trailer, newly used pick-up truck, and newly used box truck. Food needs are cans of green beans, yams, turnip green, clam shells, and food handler disposable gloves, and large paper grocery bags.

The Humane Society

P.O. Box 581 | Statesboro, GA 30459 912-681-9393 www.statesborohumane.org The Humane Society of Statesboro & Bulloch County, Inc., is an all-volunteer, nonprofit 501(c)(3) animal welfare organization that works to end the euthanasia of healthy, adoptable animals in Bulloch County through its rescue program and its spay/ neuter program.

Holiday Needs: We are always in need of volunteers to help at our monthly adoption events and at our thrift store, ReTails, as well as being a temporary foster parent for a cat or dog while in our care. Different supplies needed are dog & cat food, leashes & collars, cat litter, wire crates, gift cards to PetCo, Wal-Mart, Tractor Supply, Anderson’s General Store, etc. All donations are tax deductible as allowed by law.

Habitat for Humanity

Habitat for Humanity of Bulloch County 201 Johnson Street, P. O. Box 1253, Statesboro, GA 30459 HabitatBulloch.org | 912-489-2076 Habitat for Humanity of Bulloch County is a non-profit, ecumenical Christian ministry that is dedicated to helping low-income families become stronger, more stable and self-reliant through shelter. We do this by building homes using volunteer labor with donated or discounted materials and by providing low-income homebuyers an lowor no-interest mortgage. Through our partnerships we have built or rehabbed over 50 houses and are currently working to revitalize a neighborhood adjacent to South Main Street, also known as “the ‘Boro Blue Mile.”

Holiday Needs: New materials to help us build more homes including lumber, plumbing fixtures, heat & air conditioning units, electrical wire, light fixtures, interior doors, siding, nail guns, and miscellaneous tools.

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Ogeechee Area Hospice 200 Donehoo Street, Statesboro, GA 30458 912-764-8441 www.ogeecheeareahospice.org

Ogeechee Area Hospice is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation operated in the public interest and is the only not-for-profit hospice in our service region. Ogeechee Area Hospice provides skilled and compassionate care to people with life-limiting illness, support to their families and service to the community. We carry out this important mission by caring for anyone in our service area who is hospice eligible, regardless of the patient’s ability to pay or insurance status.

Holiday needs: Charitable gifts are utilized for the clinical operations of the agency, to fund the bereavement program, to fund and maintain our state-of-the-art inpatient center, and in planning future endeavors that will enhance end-of-life care in our community. You can also invest in the care of terminally ill individuals who live in this community through our Sustaining Our Future campaign.

Safe Haven

Safe Haven P.O. Box 2494, Statesboro, GA safehavenstatesboro.org Safe Haven is a program of Citizens Against Violence, Inc., a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) corporation.

It is the emergency safe house for adult and child victims of domestic violence serving Bulloch, Candler, Effingham, Jenkins, Screven and Washington counties. Save Haven is open 24 hours per day/7 days per week. The length of time at the shelter is based on personal plans and progress towards independence. There is no charge for services provided at the shelter.

Holiday needs: Your help can make a difference for families in need.

We offer many opportunities for volunteers and accept monetary and in-kind donations. Contact Safe Haven today to see how we can best use your talents and skills to ensure the success of our programs and meet the needs of our clients!

United Way of Southeast Georgia

United Way of Southeast Georgia www.unitedwaysega.org 912-489-8475 515 Denmark St. Suite 2300, Statesboro, GA 30458 Whether it’s senior care, youth programs, or day programs for handicapped individuals-the United Way of Southeast Georgia, serving Bulloch, Candler, Emanuel, Evans, Jenkins, and Tattnall counties, funds deserving organizations that have proved their ability to make a lasting and important impact on our community. Your pledge supports some of the community’s greatest needs.

Holiday Needs: Financial gifts from those in our community help us and our funded partner agencies provide solutions to many different issues that are faced almost daily by those needing help. Your gift today could be the one that ends up making a difference in someone else’s life tomorrow. Visit our website for a full listing of funded agencies.

YMCA

409 Clairborne Ave., Statesboro, GA 912-225-1962 | ymcaofcoastalga.org We believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for life.

Because of the Y, more young people in neighborhoods around the nation are taking a greater interest in learning and making smarter life choices. At the Y, children and teens learn values and positive behaviors, and can explore their unique talents and interests, helping them realize their potential. That makes for confident kids today and contributing and engaged adults tomorrow.

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Ibis Foundation and Ibis Soccer Making a Difference The Ibis Foundation is a non-profit organization, created by Tormenta FC, with the goal of promoting the international sport of soccer by providing accessible resources and opportunities for young players to properly train, learn and improve soccer skills.

The foundation gets its name from the Glossy Ibis, proudly displayed on the front of the shield of Tormenta FC. This fierce local bird is the last to retreat from a storm and the first to return. The bravery and determination of the Glossy Ibis is emulated by the foundation’s board of directors, who would like to make this type of soccer training available to children in surrounding communities. The board has adopted a very simple mission statement: to focus on the benefits of a soccer lifestyle by teaching the fundamentals of the sport at the highest level to youth in a healthy and competitive setting.

The Ibis Soccer Program is a 10-week fall training program in five locations. Along with training, players meet at The Clubhouse Soccer

Complex, located in Statesboro, Georgia, for five Saturday tournament days during the ten weeks. Each player receives a complete uniform and Ibis Soccer gear.

The program is available to all interested participants, grades 8-12, regardless of skill level.

The training is implemented by Tormenta FC Captain Joshua Phelps. He offers technical skill direction in the Tormenta FC style of play. Josh graduated from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke with a degree in Sports Management.

Ibis Soccer has exploded with impressive results, enrolling over 150 participants in its first season. Training sessions reach farther than the immediate area around Tormenta FC’s front offices. Sessions are held in Statesboro, Portal, Claxton, Tattnall County and Screven County.

The foundation sees the program growing in 2018 with camps and programming.

“It’s something that we feel will be beneficial for all sides involved,” Ibis Foundation Presi-

dent David Ball Sr. said. “Funds raised will go towards helping grow the game of soccer. In turn, those benefits will be used to offer opportunities to area communities to participate in things like clinics and get a chance to interact with Tormenta FC players.”

The foundation board consist community leaders in the roles of seven directors, two exofficio members and two staff members.

David Ball II, Assistant Director stated, “Being a part of the Ibis Foundation and its Ibis Soccer program is more than building the game of soccer. It’s a revolution within our community, creating an easy, accessible path for youth currently and in the future to enjoy the game of soccer.”

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“I do.” The longest sentence in the English language.

I’m so glad English is my native language, and American is my dialect. There is so much about American English that is fascinating. And even at my age I continue to learn new things about our native tongue.

Do you know about homographs? They are words that are spelled alike but have more than one meaning. Some examples: He wound the gauze around the wound. He used his farm to produce produce. The dump was so full it had to refuse refuse.

Then there are homophones. They are words that sound the same but have different spellings: He blew air into the blue balloon. In one hour our group will meet, and when we meet we will have three choices of meat to eat.

Then there is lexophilia, which has to do with a love of words that are placed in fascinating expressions: Police were summoned to a day care center where a three-year-old was resisting a rest. When you steal a calendar you get twelve months. The guy who fell on

to an upholstery machine is now fully recovered.

But if I had to choose one type of word expressions I think I like euphemisms best. A euphemism is a nice way of saying something to soften it and make it less offensive. We’ve used them all our lives whether we knew what to call them or not. Some are very simple and easily understood: Instead of saying, “She’s in jail,” we say, “She’s in a correctional facility.”

Instead of saying, “He’s deaf,” we say, “He’s hearing impaired.” “They let him go” rather than “He got fired.” “Between jobs” rather than “unemployed.” Instead of saying he’s “going insane,” he’s “a few bricks short of a load.”

Many people in education love euphemisms. Instead of saying “A student has failed,” they say “He has achieved a deficiency.” That sounds like something to be proud of. Tests are called “evaluation instruments,” and good teachers have “excellent instruc-

tional delivery skills.” Even bus drivers have a new title: “certified adolescent transportation specialists.”

Some hospitals don’t say their patients have died, but that they have experienced negative patient-care outcomes. Often government officials don’t say they are raising taxes, but that they are enhancing revenues.

Of course, using euphemisms can also tone down our language so that it is harder to get the more powerful meaning. Chuck Colson, commenting on euphemisms, wondered if Benjamin Franklin’s proverb would be remembered if he had said, “There’s nothing certain in life but negative patient-care outcomes and revenue enhancements.”

I wish I had space to go into one other area of our unique American English, our tendency to use exaggerations, like a mother saying to her son, “If I’ve told you once, I’ve told you a million times, don’t exaggerate!” But I’ll have to save that for another time.

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Forest Serenity It is that one formation of quiet shaped by the sweep of midnight deep in the forest. The fire has been moving to embers as they seek their pose of slumber. The trio of friends are asleep in their individual tents.

They will be up at four, sipping warm coffee from their thermoses.

But now the quiet. And the old man drawing on a hand rolled Prince Albert tobacco cigarette, looks about. He enjoys these outings. The bookings are rare now. Few hunters left who want the old fashion formation of a camp. These three are dear friends who because of their occupations have to push to come to this scene. And these brief hours in the woods would not be complete without “the fiddler.” He has been doing this hunt for a number of years.

His hour is released after vittles are consumed and everything put away. It is then the three light up at cigar and watch the fiddler make music. Music within this cathedral of trees. His hunters love the gospels. “Amazing

Grace.” “The Old Rugged Cross.” “Softly and Tenderly.” All the while, the hunters are sipping fine whiskey cooled by just one ice cube.

After each tune closes out, silently they raise their cups to him. Now and then he will move in to “Somewhere over the Rainbow.” Or “Mona Lisa.” Tonight he is “first chair” as he was in his prime with an Off Broadway theater production.

Music has been and still is his very soul.

His career was solid in New York. Twenty wonderful years, playing not far from the true bright lights of Broadway. It was his journey for keeps, starting in the ninth grade when he took a class in music appreciation. His family of modest means could not afford private lessons. His talent was cultivated in high school band and orchestra.

But in his senior year, Mrs. Ivey became the new director of music. After a required audition, Mrs. Ivey asks the fiddler to stay after class.

“Young man has anyone told you that you

are extremely talented and are warranted special training?”

Now, the fiddler looks about the night and the fading of the red tone of the embers. He rolls another cigarette and his mind takes over and moves onto the memory track. And there is the diary of Mrs. Ivey giving him special lessons after school. Upon graduation, he was afforded two years in a small conservatory through a work scholarship.

Now he tosses the butt at the fire site, stretches and moves toward his bedroll. It has been a grand evening. From the first chair Off Broadway, to now this Hall of Trees changing the push of the wind into a mighty melody.

He lifts his violin and bow and slowly, ever so slowly, brings music fit for a king sitting in Candleberry. Tomorrow, he will hike back to his jeep while the hunters are on their mission.

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TRANSITIONS

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Love, music, art, and loss.

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May you allow the last to make you brave.”

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Mr. Henry Doyle

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Mr. William Raymond Olliff, Jr.

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Mr. Raymond Harold Bailey, Sr.

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Mr. Harold Carlton Floyd

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Mr. Robert Shane Padgett

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Ms. Jenny Phillips Burgin Baker

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Mrs. Penny Rimes Hagins

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Mr. Kenneth W. “K.W.” Rahn, Jr.

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Mrs. Mary Lou Rich-Underwood

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Mr. Robert Michael “Mike” Bowen

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Mrs. Emojean Sellers Cooper

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