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hen this coronavirus thing started, I asked several older friends, “Have you ever seen anything like this?” They all said, “No! Never!” I have lived through three or four wars, myself, plus gas rationing, the AIDS epidemic and lining up to get measles, mumps and rubella vaccinations in elementary school. But I, too, have never experienced anything like the effects of COVID-19. Closed schools, stores and restaurants? Wearing masks and gloves? Standing six feet apart? Not being able to see or hug my loved ones? It’s like something out of a Stephen King novel. It’s easy to let fear of this new virus and its effects take over everything. But, I’m the kind of person who usually sees the glass as half full. I have a strong faith in the Lord, and I know from scripture that good wins in the end. Calm down, I tell myself, and remember what Mr. Rogers said, “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’” That’s what we tried to do with this issue of Statesboro Magazine. Look for the helpers. When school children were sent home, many had working parents or single parents or home situations in which they were not able to receive a good meal during the day. We found helpers at the Bulloch County Board of Education. Since school closed, the BOE has been feeding over 10,000 children per week. Going above and beyond to meet the need, all children ages 0 – 18 in Bulloch County who need food are fed. School’s lunchroom staffs, teachers, bus drivers, and principals begin at 6:00 a.m. preparing the day’s meals, packaging them and beginning delivery from school buses at 9:30 a.m., to over 70 distribution points, including the local YMCA, where meals are dropped off to feed the children of healthcare workers being cared for there. We also found helpers at the Statesboro Main Street Farmers Market, Market2Go. The need for volunteers to handle the phenomenal increase in local food orders from the online version of the Market was met by local residents who support sourcing local food for residents who suddenly find grocery shelves bare. New shoppers at Market2Go learn firsthand what others have known for some time. The food is better, tastier, picked at peak ripeness, full of nutrients and grown by local farmers. Buying from the Market not only gives you better food, it supports local farmers, creates jobs and benefits the local economy year-round. We found local healthcare helpers and heroes to salute in our special Frontline section of this issue. Plus, music to heal our souls shared online by area artists, along with encouraging messages of “Faith over Fear” from four local pastors. And we haven’t stopped being amazed by what can be accomplished when we all come together to work for the good and to hold steady in our faith, above all hoping for a better future.

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Jenny Foss, Editor

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Rev. Dr. H. William Perry Bill Perry grew up in Live Oak, Florida, a small town just south of Valdosta, GA. After graduating from Stetson University, he earned three degrees from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. In 2004, he retired as pastor of First Baptist Church of Statesboro after serving that congregation for 22 years. He and his wife, Margaret, registrar of Statesboro High School before her retirement in 2005, have two daughters, five grandsons, and one granddaughter. Bill has been very much involved in community life in Statesboro. He is an avid reader and has been a runner since 1973.

Frank Fortune Frank is the national award winning freelance photographer who holds the distinction of shooting 20 years’ worth of covers for Statesboro Magazine. He retired from Georgia Southern after having been responsible for capturing the University’s history on film and video for 30 years. Throughout his career Frank’s enjoyed all aspects of photography, including sports, still-life, landscape, and architecture. He and his wife, Mandy, are the proud parents of teens, Jack and Cate.

Hayley Greene is the public relations/marketing specialist for Bulloch County Schools (BCS). With more than 20 years in her field, her early career included serving as the president of two chambers of commerce and an economic development authority and being the communications manager for a major electric utility before coming to BCS. She has received national awards for her work and been a sought-after speaker for state and national associations in her field. Green received her bachelor’s degree in communication arts from Georgia Southern University in 1991. A Jenkins County native with deep Evans County roots, she made Bulloch County her home ten years ago. She is a mother of three, a fourth-grade Sunday school teacher, and an active member of three music ministries.

Lazar Brown Oglesby Lazar Brown Oglesby is the owner of Honey Catering and Café and Dolan’s BBQ both located in Millen and Honey Too located in Statesboro. Lazar attended Ogeechee Technical College where she earned a Culinary Arts degree. In 2012 Lazar followed a lifelong dream and opened Honey Catering and Café. She enjoys cooking Southern food with an adventurous twist! Lazar is known for her famous cheesecakes of which she has over 100 flavors. Lazar recently started the Honey Blog to share her recipes and stories.

Ric Mandes Ric Mandes, a popular essayist, retired after 27 years as Director of Public Relations and Development for Georgia Southern. His memories about growing up and living in South Georgia inspire his writings. He’s a published author and former newspaper columnist for the AJC.

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LIVING WELL Faith over Fear Four Local Pastors Share Encouragement Rev. John Waters Rev. Francys Johnson Rev. Jimmy Cason Rev. Craig Tremble

Healing Music Music Heals the Soul Compiled by Jenny Starling Foss

Feeding the Multitude Statesboro’s Market2Go Written by Jenny Starling Foss

School District Feeds Children During COVID-19 Written by Hayley Greene

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The Spiritual Pathway

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Written by Rev. Dr. H. William Perry

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When the call came in, mother and daughter, Pegi and Kaci Boatwright, who usually design the world’s greatest trophies at Awards South, teamed up to sew much needed masks for healthcare workers and essential employees. They even made badges for seniors to wear reminding others to keep a safe distance. We couldn’t think of a better way to illustrate how the helpers showed out when the virus showed up. Their beautiful masks and badges pictured here for posterity by award winning photographer Frank Fortune. S SE

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MAY 23 SPLASH IN THE BORO TENTATIVE SEASON OPENING 10:00 A.M. – 8:00 P.M. MILL CREEK PARK

MAY 16 SBCBCF PINK POWER 5K RACE 7:00 A.M. 5K REGISTRATION 8:00 A.M. 5K RACE KICK-OFF 8:30 A.M. FUN RUN 9:30 A.M. 5K AWARDS CEREMONY EARLY REGISTRATION $25/PERSON RACE DAY REGISTRATION $30/PERSON RAC PAVILION @ GEORGIA SOUTHERN

Among the park’s newest features is a 340,000-gallon wave pool. The shallow end of the pool includes a small play-scape for little children, while the surrounding deck offers lounge chairs, shaded cabanas and a covered, shaded pavilion. The park’s 800-foot long lazy river lets visitors float on inner tubes along a gently moving current around the smaller children’s play pools. Other relaxing areas include the Leisure Pool, which combines a shallow children’s pool with a splash pad playground. A Play Pool with interactive water features, the Lily Pads obstacle course, and Tot Slides are all suitable activities for the park’s smallest guests. Among the more thrilling rides at the park are the Mat Racer water slide, in which up to five guests compete alongside each other as they race headfirst on special mats down a five lane water slide. Georgia’s only dual Flowrider allows two guests at a time to ride a Flowboard or boogie board on a special surface that mimics ocean surfing. Check the Park’s website for definite times and rates. www.splashintheboro.com

Presented by the Statesboro-Bulloch County Breast Cancer Foundation, this event will raise money to assist breast cancer patients and survivors in our community. Awards will be given for top qualifiers of the 5K.

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MAY 16 BATTLE FOR THE BORO LIVE MUSIC • FOOD TRUCKS • LOCAL VENDORS 4:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. DOWNTOWN STATESBORO

In Statesboro, Georgia, we know that having “the blues” isn’t necessarily a bad thing. From Blind Willie McTell’s “Statesboro Blues” to Cole Swindell’s “Chillin’ It,” Statesboro has a musical footprint that spans many generations and genres. The Battle for the Boro is not just a music competition—it’s music history. On May 16, 2020, bands will compete in Downtown Statesboro for the title of Best Band in the Boro and become a part of this rich history.

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This is a fund-raising event to support the Humane Society of Statesboro and Bulloch County. Karen Mills is a nationally touring comedian. She can be heard daily on Sirius/XM comedy channels. Comedy clips from her Pink Pants Tour have more than 15 million views. Tickets may be purchased at The Averitt Center box office or online @ https://www.averittcenterforthearts. org/karen-mills-tour.

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Three Rock & Roll Hall of Fame acts – One Great Show! Spend a nostalgic evening saluting three of the world’s most beloved musical groups who were instrumental in creating the Motown sound: Cornell Gunter’s Coasters (“Charlie Brown,” “Yakety Yak,” and “Poison Ivy”); The Platters (“Only You,” “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes,” and “The Great Pretender”); and The Drifters (“Under the Boardwalk,” “Up on the Roof,” “This Magic Moment,” and “On Broadway). Purchase tickets @ https://academics.georgiasouthern. edu/pac

JUNE 19-20 AN EVENING OF MODERN DANCE STATESBORO YOUTH BALLET 7:30 P.M. $16/PERSON WHITAKER BLACK BOX THEATER AVERITT CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Join us for the Ballet Program’s third annual modern dance performance. Filled with a wide range of music and variety in both choreography and themes, the goal of this performance is to bring to light the diversity that is found in the art of dance, from the abstract to traditional techniques and everything in between. Featuring original works by Ballet Director Taylor Ellen and guest artists.

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Local Musician Drew Wiggins Releases New Single, Georgia Boy

Beginning May 1st, fans of Statesboro’s native son and Country music performer, Drew Wiggins, will be able to download his newest single, Georgia Boy, being released at drewwiggins.hearnow. com, where listeners can get a preview and purchase the song. Wiggins’ passion for music began when great-uncle Billy West taught him to play the guitar at 8-years-old. In addition to playing guitar and writing his own songs, Wiggins now plays banjo and piano. He performs his music regionally and locally and covers other popular Country artists with a mix of traditional and modern songs, including those he has written. Locally, Wiggins has performed several live concerts at the Averitt Center for the Arts, the Kiwanis Ogeechee Fair and Loco’s Bar & Grill. He also uses his talent to perform benefit concerts for area non-profits like Christian Social Ministries. “Growing up in a musical family, I was blessed to have country, bluegrass and gospel musical influences early on, and it created a passion inside of me to perform and write music that I feel inspires, but also relates to the everyday, hardworking country folk.” Wiggins released the single Fallin’ in 2019.

EAGLE Academy Students Seize Distance Learning as a New Opportunity for the Digital World

When Georgia Southern University College of Education members founded EAGLE Academy, they never planned for students to learn virtually. An inclusive post-secondary education (IPSE) program, the academy offers Equal Access to Gainful Learning and Employment (EAGLE) for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Georgia Southern IPSE program is unique in that it offers third and fourth years of programming for students who have already completed an initial two-year program at another institution. EAGLE Academy also offers its students a custom-built academic program based on their interests. When University System of Georgia colleges and universities closed their campuses in response to the coronavirus pandemic, EAGLE Academy had to determine a new way to help students reach their goals from a distance in a new virtual environment. While the move to online was not expected and has been challenging for students, the EAGLE Academy team has found communication to be key. In addition to Slack, the team uses Google Hangouts and FaceTime, as well as emails, phone calls and texts. All in all, students are doing well, but ready to get back on campus. 10 statesboromagazine.com

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New Holiday Inn Express® Hotel Opens in Statesboro

In March 2020, Blue Mile Hospitality LLC announced the opening of the new Holiday Inn Express® Statesboro. The 91-room hotel is ideally located at 427 South Main Street, less than a mile from the main entrance to Georgia Southern University, on the Blue Mile. The Holiday Inn Express® Statesboro hotel features the brand’s newest design solution which was created to meet the evolving needs of the brand’s target guests. The design features an appealing combination of fresh, energetic and engaging elements, creating a distinctive style that is evident at every touch point of the Holiday Inn Express® brand experience. Amenities at the Holiday Inn Express® – Statesboro include an outdoor swimming pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and 24-hour business center. In room features include microwave, mini-fridge, Keurig coffee makers, 50” HD T.V.’s with HBO and movie channels, and in-room safes. IHG® Connect, which provides a seamless high-speed Internet experience, is available for guests as well and is complimentary. The complimentary Express Start® Breakfast offers a full range of breakfast items including a variety of healthy options, such as yogurt, whole wheat English muffins, breakfast cereals, oatmeal, fruit and a toppings bar for yogurt and cereal. Additionally, the Express Start® Breakfast offers pancakes from the brand’s one-touch pancake machine, a rotation of egg and meat selections, biscuits, and warm gooey cinnamon rolls. The hotel is owned and managed by Blue Mile Hospitality LLC. Reservations can be made by calling 1-800-HOLIDAY or by visiting www.holidayinnexpress.com.

Georgia Southern Names Stuart Tedders Dean of Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health

Georgia Southern’s Business Innovation Group is Providing Resources to Small Businesses

Dominique Halaby, DPA, director of BIG, said the SBDC is making sure their clients and local businesses have access to resources available to them during the COVID-19 pandemic. During these uncertain times and in an effort to help area business owners and community leaders, BIG has compiled a list of resources regarding the Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Stimulus (CARES) Act, along with other helpful tips. In addition, BIG wanted to gain a broader understanding of how social distancing measures and COVID-19 are impacting businesses in the region. The University’s Center for Business Analytics and Economic Research (CBAER), which is housed at BIG, conducted a survey of more than 500 respondents. The survey asked businesses about the recent changes in their operations and procedures after social distancing guidelines were implemented in March. The survey garnered respondents from 16 counties throughout South and Coastal Georgia. On the positive side, of the businesses that have remained open, nearly 40% of them have encouraged employees to work from home while nearly two-thirds are implementing social distancing guidelines in the workplace. On the downside, nearly 54% of businesses have reduced the ordering and purchasing of supplies, 23% of businesses have furloughed employees while an additional 28% have reduced staffing levels. In the industries that are important to the Coastal Georgia economy, 46.9% of responses to laying off employees and 47.9% of responses about furloughing employees came from restaurants, hospitality and tourism. Looking forward, survey respondents are optimistic about their business operations in the next three months. More than 46% of respondents believe business volume will increase, and 45% of respondents believe sales will increase as well. Nearly a third of respondents said their business financial health and profitability will improve in three months while almost a quarter of businesses said their hiring and employment outlook will improve. The Business Innovation Group, a center of the Parker College of Business, houses the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Georgia Southern University, the Center for Business Analytics and Economic Research (CBAER), the EDA University Center, the FabLab and the Innovation Incubator in downtown Statesboro. BIG’s focus is to provide students and the community with the skills, training and resources needed to successfully launch and maintain sound business practices.

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Georgia Southern University has tapped Stuart Tedders, Ph.D., as the next dean of the JiannPing Hsu College of Public Health. Tedders, a professor of epidemiology who started his career at Georgia Southern and has become a widely respected rural health researcher, has been serving as the college’s interim dean since July 2019. A native of Perry, Georgia, Tedders began his career at Georgia Southern University as an assistant professor in 2000 and was an original member of the Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health, which was founded on January 1, 2006, with an endowment given by Dr. Karl E. Peace. Tedders has served in numerous faculty and administrative capacities in the college, including the director of the Center for Rural Health Research and the director of the Office of Public Health Practice/ Community Service. Prior to being appointed as interim dean, he served as associate dean for academic affairs since 2012. Tedders earned a bachelor’s degree in Biology from Georgia Southern College (1987), a master’s degree in Medical Entomology from Clemson University (1989) and a doctoral degree in Public Health from the University of South Carolina (1994). As a former assistant professor at Mercer University School of Medicine (1994 - 2000), he developed a keen interest in working with rural communities in Georgia and was named Georgia Rural Health Researcher of the Year in 1999, by the Georgia Rural Health Association. Tedders has worked with rural and underserved communities in Georgia for nearly 26 years. His community interactions have involved the application of epidemiologic principles, including public health surveillance, to more fully understand the complexities of population health in rural communities. He has considerable expertise in conducting community health assessments and working with rural communities to design and evaluate health promotion programs. He has held leadership positions on health-related boards throughout the state including the Georgia Rural Health Association, the Statewide Area Health Education Center (AHEC) Advisory Council, and the Morehouse School of Medicine AHEC Advisory Board. He currently serves as chair of the Magnolia Coastlands AHEC and secretary of the State Office of Rural Health Advisory Board. May/June 2020

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Deep caves and dark valleys are not pleasant places to be. When facing troubling times, we easily resort to fear, allowing the darkness of the moment to rob us of our trust in the Lord. In the Old Testament, David was no stranger to the loneliness of deep caves or the fearfulness of dark valleys. As a shepherd, he led the flock through dark valleys, and as a warrior, he hid for his life in a cave when hunted by King Saul. Have you ever found yourself sinking into the darkness of fear or the desperation of loneliness? What difference does faith make when fear assaults you on every side? David poetically reminded us in Psalm 23 that “though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.” The darkness and desperation of the valley were no match for his faith in the presence and power of God. The Lord did not forsake David in his moment of fear, and neither will He forsake you. The promise of God’s presence sustains us during difficulties and strengthens us during weakness. God never promises to keep us away from trouble—just ask Paul who was imprisoned, or Stephen who was stoned, or Daniel who was thrown to the lions— but He does promise to be with us during troubling and worrisome days. Don’t mistake the silence of God for the stillness of God. Even when you don’t see or hear Him, trust that He is working, even in the midst of pain, turmoil, and uncertainty. Faith reminds us that God may be silent, but He is never still. And your trust in Him dispels the darkness, allowing faith to win over fear every time.

John Waters Senior Pastor Statesboro First Baptist Church

ear about our survival amid war, disaster, and disease are as old as time. Yet, COVID-19 feels different. To be sure, science will defeat this epidemiological threat. However, our greatest vulnerability as a nation united, not by blood, but an idea is exposed. Simply put, unbelief is an as proximate and existential threat to America as any novel coronavirus. The glaring gap between our expressed values, priorities, and core beliefs, when measured against our lived realities, left us all gasping for air. Consequently, slowing down has given us time to ask what we really know for sure? The good news is that many will Believe Again. This is especially important given the abandonment of once taken-for-granted beliefs in God, democracy, science, hard work, reputable information, patriotism, marriage, and even good manners. Let’s be clear: this is not disagreement, (“you’re wrong” and “I’m right”); it is unbelief, (“it’s not true” and “we can’t do it”). This is particularly troubling in a nation long characterized by its optimism, belief in reason, and faith in institutions. Although these trends transcended class, race, age, and political affiliation; they were especially common among younger Americans, the less educated, and those on both political extremes. From the existential cries of young black and brown people asking whether their lives really matter in the face of extrajudicial killings, to the pleas of poor working whites feeling left behind; belief was on a ventilator pre-COVID-19. The battles of Right versus Left and Red versus Blue had negated any meaningful word of reconciliation offered by the Church caught up in exhausted culture reeling from an overdraft prosperity gospel. Truth be told, we were all nearly bankrupt. Now physically distant, we are closer than we have been in a very long time. The self-centered “every man for themselves” ethos along with the illusion that stock market values and superpower status would inoculate America is gone. An others-centered approach characterized by the phrase “we are all in this together” is now as much of a cure as any vaccine. Indeed, neighbors are choosing faith over fear in big and small ways. Every effort to support a small business or share groceries and scarce supplies with the most vulnerable improves America’s prognosis. Jesus of Nazareth advised his disciples not to excessively worry. That is still good advice now. “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body. . . . Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Can anyone of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?” Matthew 6:25–27. As we work hard to sanitize the surfaces of our homes; hopefully we throw away useless prejudices and worn ideas that do not serve the common good. If we do; what will remain is a core group of beliefs that will carry us forward! And with every hopeful, careful, patient, and prudent act; we demonstrate how our faith provides the true assurance that this too shall pass. Francys Johnson Senior Pastor Magnolia Missionary Baptist Church, Statesboro & Mount Moriah Baptist Church, Pembroke

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hings were happening quickly. Some were downplaying the seriousness of the Virus while others were beating the drum of fear as loudly as they could. It is Saturday afternoon, March 15th. The children were planning to sing at one of our four worship services the next day. Two long-time friends, one from the Outer Banks of North Carolina, were planning to hear me preach one more time before I retire in June. Surely we would not need to cancel worship services! What decisions were other churches in the community making? Around 4:00 p.m. we learned that public and private schools and Georgia Southern were closing. Reluctantly, we made the decision to cancel in-person services. Yet because the church four years ago had invested in personnel and technology resources, we were able to scramble around and present an online worship service that still continues. So what have I learned by the “fly-by-the-seat-of-our-pants” approach we have been forced to take in response to this virus? • Faith and trust in God does not mean losing our common sense. • Wearing a mask and observing social distancing not only protects me but also helps me guard the health and safety of others. • God is not limited to the walls of a church building. • More people are watching our online services than normally attend on Sunday mornings! • In our self-imposed isolation, we may be lonely, but we are never alone. God’s presence is constant in our lives. • We cannot control or even know the future, but God can and does. • Fear is a lack of trust that God will do what God has promised. Hope is confident expectation that God never fails. In the Christmas carol, “O Little Town of Bethlehem”, the author writes, “the hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight.” Someone has said that there are 365 times in the Bible where the phrase, “Fear not” or “Don’t be afraid” appears. One for every day of the year. The God of Hope can ease our fears as we walk this path we have never walked before. Jimmy Cason Senior Pastor Statesboro First United Methodist Church

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e are truly in a fight for survival across the nation, but within every situation, and more importantly now, we must remember that there is a God who continues to oversee this entire world. For every believer or any person who may be struggling right now, you must Trust that through it all God is always in complete control. Trusting God means to solely depend or rely on his strength through every situation or phase in life. We must never forget that we live in a fallen world. When things go wrong and trials beset us, this isn’t a reflection on the lack of God’s power. It does not imply that we have sinned against God; it may mean that the world isn’t what it’s supposed to be. COVID-19 brought about an enormous level of uncertainty, shockwaves across our country, confusing our government leaders and the people of the United States. That’s okay. We must remember the love of God for his people. Our Father in Heaven has a plan to fix the brokenness of the world and heal the pain. Proverbs 3:5-6 states “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways trust in Him, and He will direct your path.” That is Good News! In this scripture, it took some time for Solomon to realize who was in control of his life; however, he acknowledged the fact that he did trust God. The scripture implies to us that we must trust God totally, giving your all to Him. We must submit to Him and turn from our own selfish desires. If we accept God, He will continue to direct us even in times of trouble. Instead of placing God last in our thoughts, we must use this period to draw closer to Him in faith. We truly don’t have all the answers; but God does. He possesses all wisdom to get us through any situation. We must cry out to God for help, healing, and direction because He is omniscient. Turn away from worldly pleasures and submit sincerely unto God. He will pour out his grace, blessings and work miracles in your life if you put Him first. Seek His face and trust in Him to carry us through any situation. In the end you will see, God is still in control and we can Trust God in the Time of Trouble. Craig Tremble Senior Pastor Second St. John Missionary Baptist Church Statesboro

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he administration and staff at East Georgia Regional Medical Center are pleased to provide you with this physician directory. We are proud of the physicians who practice at our facility, and have designed this directory to introduce you to our expanding medical staff. The listings will help you select the best doctor for you and your family. In order to offer the high quality medical care you have come to expect from East Georgia Regional Medical Center, we continue to expand our experienced medical staff by recruiting some of the finest physicians across the nation. You can be confident that our physicians are fully committed to providing your family with medical care that is both personal and technologically advanced. If you would like more information about a physician or the services provided by East Georgia Regional Medical Center, please call (912) 486-1510. Thank you for your continuing support of our medical center.

East Georgia Regional Medical Center (912) 486-1000 or visit our website at www.eastgeorgiaregional.com (All area codes are 912)

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Physician Referral (912) 486-1510 Doctor:____________________________

Administration............................................. 486-1500 Admissions....................................................486-1773 Ambulatory Care...........................................486-1413 Business Office............................................. 486-1777 Cardiopulmonary Services........................... 486-1660 East Georgia Sports Medicine

& Rehabilitation Services....................... 486-1680

Human Resources......................................... 486-1540 Laboratory.....................................................486-1610 Medical Records........................................... 486-1760 Medical Staff Services...................................486-1510 Nursing Administration................................ 486-1504

Same Day Surgery....................................... 486-1884

2 nd Floor.................................................... 486-1220

Intensive Care Unit..................................... 486-1200

Critical Care Unit....................................... 486-1300

3rd Floor.................................................... 486-1320

Pediatrics.................................................. 486-1407

4th Floor.................................................... 486-1400

Nutrition Services..........................................486-1535 One Call Scheduling..................................... 764-5656 Pain Management..........................................486-1120 Radiology..................................................... 486-1620 Volunteer Services........................................ 486-1545

Dentist:____________________________

Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pavilion.......................................... 486-1054

Work:______________________________

Labor & Delivery.........................................486-1410

Mobile:_____________________________

Nursery.................................................... 486-1420

Emergency Contact: ___________________________________

OB/GYN.................................................. 486-1056

Wound Care...................................................486-1163

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PHYSICIAN PROFILES Anesthesiology......................................................... 4 Cardiology................................................................ 4 Electrophysiology..................................................... 5 Interventional Cardiology........................................ 5 Emergency Medicine................................................ 5 Family Practice......................................................... 6 Gastroenterology...................................................... 7 General Surgery........................................................ 8 Hospitalist................................................................ 8 Internal Medicine..................................................... 9 Nephrology............................................................... 9 Neurology................................................................. 9 Neurosurgery.......................................................... 10 Obstetrics/Gynecology........................................... 10 Ophthalmology........................................................11 Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery..................................11 Orthopaedics...........................................................11 Otolaryngology...................................................... 12 Pain Management................................................... 12 Pathology................................................................ 12 Pediatrics................................................................ 12 Plastic Surgery.........................................................13 Podiatry...................................................................13 Pulmonology...........................................................13 Radiology................................................................14 Sleep Medicine........................................................14 Thoracic/Vascular Surgery......................................14 Urology...................................................................14 Wound Care/Hyperbaric Medicine.........................15 Honorary Staff.........................................................15 Emeritus Staff..........................................................15 Coming in 2020........................................................15 www.eastgeorgi aregi on a l.c o m • (9 1 2 ) 4 8 6 -1 0 0 0

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uilt in July 2000, East Georgia Regional Medical Center is a four-level, 149 bed acute care hospital featuring a Women’s Pavilion and an adjacent medical office building. The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, a distinction awarded only to those healthcare facilities that maintain the highest standards of quality. East Georgia Regional Medical Center’s healthcare team consists of over 800 employees and over 100 physicians representing a wide range of specialties. The ongoing expansion of medical services and professionals, along with a major investment in technology, has firmly established East Georgia Regional‘s reputation for providing a higher medical standard. East Georgia Regional Medical Center offers a 24-hour physician-staffed emergency department, a Level II neonatal center, outpatient services including endoscopy, same day surgery and ambulatory care, a pain management center, a wound care clinic, a cardiac catheterization lab, outpatient cardiac rehabilitation, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, and state-of-the-art diagnostic procedures including digital mammography, MRI, CT, PET/CT, nuclear medicine and interventional radiology. The Women’s Pavilion provides dedicated services to women of all ages, and includes eight labor, delivery and recovery suites. An Interventional Cardiology service was started in April 2010. This expansion of our cardiology program has allowed patients needing angioplasty and/or stent placement to receive these services without leaving Statesboro. Electrophysiology services were added to the cardiology program in August 2011 and in 2018 outpatient cardiac rehabilitation services were added. The addition of these services has dramatically increased the quality of care in our community. In October 2010, East Georgia Regional became one of only four hospitals in Southeast Georgia capable of performing robotic surgery. This highly specialized surgical tool allows surgeons to perform procedures that are less invasive and require less recovery time. East Georgia Regional Medical Center began offering Bariatric Services in the Fall of 2018, including both surgical and nonsurgical weight loss options. The hospital plans to relaunch the Bariatric program in the Fall of 2020. An interdisciplinary team of weight loss experts including board certified physicians, nurses, dietitians and other health care professionals, are available to provide highly personalized care for all patients. E A S T G E O R G I A R E G I O N A L M E D I C AL C ENTER • 3

anesthesiology

cardiology

AN ANESTHESIOLOGIST manages the medical care and life functions of patients under stress for anesthetic and surgical procedures. An anesthesiologist is specially educated in the management of unconscious and critically ill patients, and in the problems of pain relief and respiratory therapy.

CARDIOLOGY is a medical specialty and a branch of internal medicine concerned with disorders of the heart. It deals with the diagnosis and treatment of such conditions as congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, electrophysiology, heart failure and valvular heart disease. Subspecialties of the cardiology field include cardiac electrophysiology, echocardiography, interventional cardiology and nuclear cardiology.

Thomas Blackwell, M.D.

Anthony Chappell, M.D.

Board Certified in Anesthesiology 1499 Fair Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 486-1000 • fax (912) 871-2392

Southeastern Cardiovascular Associates, LLC 1076 Bermuda Run Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-7810 • fax (912)871-7820

Tony James, M.D.

Kendall Griffith, M.D.

Board Certified in Anesthesiology 1499 Fair Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 486-1000 • fax (912) 871-2392

Board Certified in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology My Heart Doctor 1497 Fair Road, Suite 311 Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 243-9274 • Fax (912) 341-6513

Albert Lee, M.D.

Ajay Jain, M.D.

Board Certified in Anesthesiology 1499 Fair Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 486-1000 • fax (912) 871-2392

Board Certified in Cardiology Cardiovascular Associates of Eastern Georgia 1497 Fair Road, Suite 305 Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 681-2273 • fax (912) 681-2278

Stevens Yang, M.D.

Abraham Lin, M.D.

Board Certified in Anesthesiology & Board Certified in Pain Management 1499 Fair Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 486-1000 • fax (912) 871-2392

Board Certified in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology Statesboro Cardiology 5 Grady Johnson Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 489-6246 • fax (912) 489-6346

David Nabert, M.D.

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Board Certified in Electrophysiology Statesboro Cardiology 5 Grady Johnson Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 489-6246 • fax (912) 489-6346

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cardiology

interventional cardiology

Julio Schwarz, M.D.

Abraham Lin, M.D.

Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology Statesboro Cardiology 5 Grady Johnson Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 489-6246 • fax (912) 489-6346

Board Certified in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology Statesboro Cardiology 5 Grady Johnson Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 489-6246 • fax (912) 489-6346

Stanley J. Shin, M.D. Statesboro Cardiology 5 Grady Johnson Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 489-6246 • fax (912) 489-6346

Julio Schwarz, M.D. Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology Statesboro Cardiology 5 Grady Johnson Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 489-6246 • fax (912) 489-6346

electrophysiology

emergency medicine

ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY is the cardiology specialty that diagnoses and treats heart arrhythmias, or problems related to the heart’s electrical system, including syncope, ablations, pacemaker and implantable defibrillators.

AN EMERGENCY MEDICINE PHYSICIAN is specially trained in the diagnosis of a wide variety of urgent injuries and illnesses of adults and children.

David Nabert, M.D.

Ruthie Crider, M.D.

Board Certified in Electrophysiology Statesboro Cardiology 5 Grady Johnson Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 489-6246 • fax (912) 489-6346

Board Certified in Emergency Medicine 1499 Fair Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458

interventional cardiology INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGY uses specialized imaging and other diagnostic techniques to evaluate blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and chambers of the heart, as well as technical procedures and medications to treat abnormalities that impair the function of the cardiovascular system.

Alan Scott, M.D. Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics 1499 Fair Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458

Kendall Griffith, M.D.

Douglas Sommers, M.D.

Board Certified in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology My Heart Doctor 1497 Fair Road, Suite 311 Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 243-9274 • Fax (912) 341-6513

Board Certified in Emergency Medicine 1499 Fair Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458

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family medicine

Glen Dasher, M.D. A FAMILY MEDICINE PHYSICIAN is specially trained to care for the health and emotional problems of the family, including preventive medicine and individual family counseling.

Board Certified in Family Medicine Southern Family Medicine 1140 Brampton Ave. Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-2273 • fax (912) 871-2274

Robert Benson, M.D.

Angela Davis, M.D.

4451 Country Club Road, Suite 3A Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 764-2273 • fax (912) 489-4762

East Georgia Primary Care

Board Certified in Family Medicine Family Health Care Center, P.C. 23702 US Highway 80 East Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 489-4090 • fax (912) 764-5028

Scott Bohlke, M.D.

Brian Deloach, M.D.

Board Certified in Family Medicine Bohler Family Practice 128 North Parker Street Brooklet, Georgia 30415 (912) 842-2101 • fax (912) 842-2103

Board Certified in Family Medicine Medical Director Student Health Services Georgia Southern University 984 Plant Drive Statesboro, Georgia 30460 (912) 478-5641 • Fax (912) 478-1893

Carla S. Branch, M.D.

Angie Gerguis, M.D.

Board Certified in Family Medicine Statesboro Family Practice Clinic 658 Northside Drive East, Suite A Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 764-9684 • Fax (912) 489-8676

Board Certified in Family Medicine with subspecialty certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Student Health Services Georgia Southern University 984 Plant Drive Statesboro, Georgia 30460 (912) 478-5641 • Fax (912) 478-1893

Aaron Clark, M.D.

John Gerguis, M.D.

Board Certified in Family Medicine Clark Medical Group 117 Hill Pond Lane Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 623-2155 • fax (912) 623-2156

Board Certified in Family Medicine with subspecialty certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine. Total Health Center for Family Medicine 1203 Brampton Avenue Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-7890 • fax (912) 871-7897

Iris Clark, M.D.

Luke Krautter, M.D.

Board Certified in Family Medicine Clark Medical Group 117 Hill Pond Lane Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 623-2155 • fax (912) 623-2156

Board Certified in Family Medicine Southern Family Medicine 1140 Brampton Ave. Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-2273 • fax (912) 871-2274

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Scott Mikell, M.D.

H. Randolph Smith, M.D.

Board Certified in Family Medicine with subspecialty certification in Geriatric Medicine Statesboro Family Practice Clinic 658 Northside Drive East, Suite A Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 764-9684 • Fax (912) 489-8676

Board Certified in Family Medicine Statesboro Family Practice Clinic 658 Northside Drive East, Suite A Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 764-9684 • Fax (912) 489-8676

T.J. Miller, M.D. Board Certified in Family Medicine Southern Family Medicine 308 East Long Street Claxton, GA 30417 (912) 290-5235 • fax (912) 290-5236

gastroenterology A GASTROENTEROLOGIST is a practitioner who specializes in diseases of the stomach, intestines, and digestive tracts.

Daniel Okungbowa, M.D.

Patrick Dorvilus, M.D.

Board Certified in Family Medicine Victoria Family Practice 23 Lester Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 225-1836 • fax (912) 225-0646

Access Gastro & Hemorrhoid Center 1601 Fair Road, Suite 500 Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-3777 • fax (912) 871-3677

Matthew Phillips, M.D.

William Hallmon, M.D.

Board Certified in Family Medicine Southern Family Medicine 1140 Brampton Ave. Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-2273 • fax (912) 871-2274

Board Certified in Internal Medicine East Georgia Gastroenterology 1497 Fair Road, Suite 102 Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 486-1600 • Fax (912) 871-3342

Kevin Purvis, M.D. Board Certified in Family Medicine Statesboro Family Practice Clinic 658 Northside Drive East, Suite A Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 764-9684 • Fax (912) 489-8676

Joseph Hathaway, M.D. Board Certified in Gastroenterology Gastroenterology Institute 114 Hill Pond Lane Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 681-6944 • fax (912) 681-8744

Thad H. Riley, M.D. Board Certified in Family Medicine Family Health Care Center, P.C. 23702 US Highway 80 East Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 489-4090 • fax (912) 764-5028

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general surgery A GENERAL SURGEON performs a wide variety of operations on many different parts of the body, including colorectal surgery and gastrointestinal procedures; cancer surgery; vascular and non-cardiac thoracic surgery; skin lesions and skin cancer; and breast, endocrine, and endoscopic procedures.

hospitalist

L. Richard Lawoyin, M. D. Board Certified in Internal Medicine with subspecialty certification in Addiction Medicine 1499 Fair Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 486-1000 • fax (912) 871-2261

Raul Lugo, M.D.

Dawn Mannings, M.D.

Board Certified in General Surgery Cedar Surgical Associates, P.C. 1058 Bermuda Run Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-7100 • fax (912) 871-7110

Board Certified in Internal Medicine. 1499 Fair Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 486-1000 • fax (912) 871-2261

K. Brian Walton, M.D.

Mark McCracken, M.D.

Board Certified in General Surgery Board Certified in Thoracic Surgery Cedar Surgical Associates, P.C. 1058 Bermuda Run Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-7100 • fax (912) 871-7110

Board Certified in Internal Medicine with a designation of Focused Practice in Hospital Medicine 1499 Fair Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 486-1000 • fax (912) 871-2261

hospitalist HOSPITALISTS provide general medical care for a patients while in the hospital. Hospitalists will also develop treatment plans, teach patients about their conditions and consult with other physicians in various specialties to determine the best care for their patients.

Jeffrey Millard, M.D. Board Certified in Family Medicine with a designation of Focused Practice in Hospital Medicine 1499 Fair Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 486-1000 • fax (912) 871-2261

W. Ross Bryan, M.D.

Noha Soliman, D.O.

Board Certified in Internal Medicine 1499 Fair Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 486-1000 • fax (912) 871-2261

Board Certified in Internal Medicine. 1499 Fair Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 486-1000 • fax (912) 871-2261

Andrew V. Cichelli, M.D. Board Certified in Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine & Sleep Medicine East Georgia Pulmonary & Sleep Disorder Medicine, L.L.C. 1601 Fair Road, Suite 600 Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 681-4911• fax (912) 681-6911 8 • EA ST GEOR GIA R EG I ON AL M E D I C AL C E N T E R

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Mark Crick, M.D. AN INTERNIST specializes in the health problems of adults and is also an expert at diagnosing and treating more unusual, complicated illness. Treatment employs carefully selected medications and intensive care.

Board Certified in Internal Medicine Statesboro Internal Medicine 1449 Brampton Avenue Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-2900 • Fax (912) 871-2903

Saraju Dalsania, M.D.

Rani Reddy, M.D.

Board Certified in Internal Medicine Internal Medicine Associates of Statesboro 1601 Fair Road, Suite 700 Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 681-8488 • fax (912) 681-4337

Board Certified in Internal Medicine Candler Internal Medicine 106 Briarwood Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-5000 • fax (912) 681-1444

Hamilton Emokpae, M.D. Board Certified in Internal Medicine Supreme Internal Medicine, P.C. 1207 Merchant Way Statesboro, GA 30458 (912) 243-9080 • fax (912) 243-9084

nephrology NEPHROLOGY is the branch of medicine that deals with the physiology and diseases of the kidneys.

Ogechi Mbakwe, M.D.

Courage Atekha, M.D.

Board Certified in Internal Medicine Frontline Internal Medicine 6 Lester Road Statesboro, GA 30458 (912) 681-8999 • fax (912) 681-8989

Board Certified in Nephrology Nephrology Medical Associates of Georgia 1030 Bermuda Run Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 764-8396 • fax (912) 764-7188

Brian Moogerfeld, M.D.

Will Jackson, M.D.

Board Certified in Internal Medicine 1088 Bermuda Run Road, Suite A Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 681-7111 • fax (912) 871-7794

Board Certified in Nephrology East Georgia Nephrology 450 Georgia Avenue, Suite B Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-2200 • fax (912) 871-2220

Maria Moogerfeld, M.D. 1088 Bermuda Run Road, Suite A Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 681-7111 • fax (912) 871-7794

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neurologist A NEUROLOGIST specalizes in the anatomy, functions, and organic disorders of nerves and the nervous system.

Kashyap Patel, M.D. Board Certified in Neurology and Internal Medicine with subspecialty certification in Clinical Neurophysiology East Georgia Neurology & Neurodiagnostics 1497 Fair Road, Suite 201 Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 486-1140 • fax (912) 486-1908

Michael A. Taormina, M.D. Board Certified in Neurology and subspecialty certified in Headache Medicine, Behavioral Neurology and Neurocritical Care. The Neurological Center of East Georgia, P.C. 1601 Fair Road, Suite 400 Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-8900 • fax (912) 871-8901

neurosurgery A NEUROSURGEON specializes in surgery of the brain, spinal cord, nerves and muscles.

Donald V. Graham, D.O. Board Certified in Neurosurgery Statesboro Neurosurgery 1211 Merchants Way, Suite 401 Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-7777 • fax (912) 871-7172

obstetrics/gynecology

Chelsea Mikell, M.D. Ogeechee OB/GYN, P.C. 1310 Brampton Avenue Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-6206 • fax (912) 681-8558

Benjamin Oldham, M.D. Board Certified in Obstetrics/Gynecology Ogeechee OB/GYN, P.C. 1310 Brampton Avenue Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-6206 • fax (912) 681-8558

Al Palmer, M.D. Board Certified in Obstetrics/Gynecology East Georgia Women’s Center, P.C. 1012 Bermuda Run Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-4800 • fax (912) 871-4900

Lisa S. Rogers, M.D. Board Certified in Obstetrics/Gynecology Statesboro Women’s Health Specialists 1523 Fair Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-2000 • fax (912) 871-2500

Gary B. Sullivan, M.D. obstetrics/gynecology OBSTETRICS/GYNECOLOGY (OB/GYN) A branch of medicine that specializes in the care of women during pregnancy and childbirth, and in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the female reproductive organs.

Board Certified in Obstetrics/Gynecology Statesboro Women’s Health Specialists 1523 Fair Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-2000 • fax (912) 871-2500

James Hiller, M.D.

Barbara Williams, D.O.

Board Certified in Obstetrics/Gynecology Southern OB/GYN 1094 Bermuda Run Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 681-3111 • fax (912) 681-3461

Board Certified in Obstetrics/Gynecology Statesboro Women’s Health Specialists 1523 Fair Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-2000 • fax (912) 871-2500

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ophthalmology

oral and maxillofacial surgery

Rodrigo L. Uribe, D.M.D. AN OPHTHALMOLOGIST is a physician who specializes in the diagnosi and medical and surgical treatment of diseases and defects of the eye and related structures.

Atys Cope, M.D. Cope Eye Clinic 81 East Jones Avenue Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 764-8080 • fax (912) 764-8083

Board Certified in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery East Georgia Center for Oral & Facial Surgery 1222 Brampton Avenue Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 764-5435 • Fax (912) 764-9789

orthopaedics AN ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEON is trained in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions involving bones, ligaments and tendons, and the preservation and restoration of the function of the skeletal system, its articulations and associated structures.

Aaron H. Davidson, M.D.

Don Aaron, M.D.

Board Certified in Ophthalmology 911 East Inman Street Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 489-3678 • fax (912) 489-3698

Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery Optim Healthcare 16741 Highway 67 South, Suite A Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 681-2500 • fax (912) 681-2025

oral and maxillofacial surgery ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY encompasses the art and science of diagnosis, surgical and related treatment of disease, injuries, defects, and esthetic aspects of the oral and maxillofacial area. An oral and maxillofacial surgeon treats patients with abnormalities of the face and mouth.

Delan Gaines, M.D. Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery Optim Healthcare 16741 Highway 67 South, Suite A Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 681-2500 • fax (912) 681-2025

Troy Lawhorn, D.M.D.

Stephen Tankersley, M.D.

Board Certified in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Statesboro Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery & Dental Implant Center 4463 Country Club Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 764-4495 • fax (912) 764-3650

Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery Optim Healthcare 16741 Highway 67 South, Suite A Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 681-2500 • fax (912) 681-2025

Suketu Patel, D.M.D., M.D. Board Certified in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery East Georgia Center for Oral & Facial Surgery 1222 Brampton Avenue Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 764-5435 • Fax (912) 764-9789 www.eastgeorgi aregi on a l.c o m • (9 1 2 ) 4 8 6 -1 0 0 0

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otolaryngology AN OTOLARYNGOLOGIST is a specialist trained to surgically treat problematic conditions involving the ear, nose, and throat.

Thomas M. Crews, M.D. Board Certified in Otolaryngology Statesboro ENT & Hearing Clinic 106 Proctor Street Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 764-8200 • fax (912) 489-2954

Linc Lippincott, M.D. Board Certified in Otolaryngology Statesboro ENT & Sinus Center, L.L.C. 120 S. Zetterower Avenue Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 681-7368 • fax (912) 681-3687

pain management PAIN MANAGEMENT Coping with pain can be extremely challenging, affecting every aspect of your life - physical ability, emotional well-being and interpersonal relationships. East Georgia Regional Medical Center’s pain management services are designed to give you relief from pain and help you regain control of your life.

Justin Rountree, M.D. Board Certified in Pain Management Board Certified in Anesthesiology 1497 Fair Road, Suite 206 Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 486-1121 • fax (912) 871-2483

pathology PATHOLOGY The science of the causes and effects of diseases, especially the branch of medicine that deals with the laboratory examination of samples of body tissue for diagnostic or forensic purposes.

Scott Taylor, D.O. Board Certified in Anatomic & Clinical Pathology 1499 Fair Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 486-1616 • Fax (912) 871-2393

Anjana Vijayvargiya, M.D. Board Certified in Anatomic & Clinical Pathology and Cytopathology 1499 Fair Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 486-1616 • Fax (912) 871-2393

pediatrics PEDIATRICS A pediatrician is medical doctor who manages the physical, behavioral, and mental care for children from birth until age 18. A pediatrician is trained to diagnose and treat a broad range of childhood illnesses, from minor health problems to serious diseases.

Anna Benson, M.D. Board Certified in Pediatrics Mama Doc Pediatrics 4451 Country Club Road, Suite B Statesboro, GA 30458 (912) 871-5437 • fax (912) 623-2037

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Daniel M. Feldman, M.D. Board Certified in Pediatrics Children’s Healthcare of Statesboro, P.C. 16741 Highway 67 Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 681-4555 • fax (912) 681-6551

podiatry A PODIATRIST is trained in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions involving the foot, including its anatomy, pathology, medical and surgical treatment, etc.

Cheryl Perkins, M.D.

Todd Becker, D.P.M.

Board Certified in Pediatrics Bulloch Pediatrics, P.C. 1044 Bermuda Run Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-4847 • fax (912) 871-5562

Board Certified in Podiatric Surgery East Georgia Foot & Ankle Center 17 Grady Johnson Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 681-8000 • fax (912) 681-8500

Prasad I. T. Rao, M.D.

Howard Gale, D.P.M.

Board Certified in Pediatrics South Georgia Pediatrics 1230 Brampton Avenue Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 489-5437 • fax (912) 489-5550

Board Certified in Podiatric Surgery East Georgia Foot & Ankle Center 17 Grady Johnson Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 681-8000 • fax (912) 681-8500

Austin Whitlock, M.D.

Kristian Jeffress, D.P.M.

Board Certified in Pediatrics Bulloch Pediatrics, P.C. 1044 Bermuda Run Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-4847 • fax (912) 871-5562

Board Certified in Podiatric Medicine Affinity Foot & Ankle Specialists, LLC 110 Hill Pond Lane Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912)489-3668 • fax (912) 489-4795

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pulmonology

A PLASTIC SURGEON is a surgical specialist trained in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery involving the face, neck, breasts, trunk, hands and lower extremities.

PULMONOLOGY Pulmonologists diagnose the causes of breathing problems. Pulmonary medicine is the subspecialty of internal medicine that focuses on the diagnosis and management of disorders of the respiratory system.

Marc Bisseck, M.D.

Andrew V. Cichelli, M.D.

Board Certified in Plastic Surgery Statesboro Plastic Surgery 1402 Brampton Avenue Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 681-3330 • fax (912) 681-3303

Board Certified in Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine & Sleep Medicine East Georgia Pulmonary & Sleep Disorder Medicine, L.L.C. 1601 Fair Road, Suite 600 Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 681-4911 • fax (912) 681-6911

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A RADIOLOGIST is a physician who diagnoses injuries through interpretation of x-rays, CT, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, and MRI studies.

SLEEP MEDICINE is a medical specialty or subspecialty devoted to the diagnosis and therapy of sleep disturbances & disorders.

Benjamin Cahan, M.D.

Andrew V. Cichelli, M.D.

Board Certified in Diagnostic Radiology East Georgia Radiology 1499 Fair Road • Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 486-1620 • fax (912) 871-2396 Statesboro Imaging Center 8 Lester Road • Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 764-5656 • fax (912) 764-5659

Colin Dodds, M.D. Board Certified in Diagnostic Radiology East Georgia Radiology 1499 Fair Road • Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 486-1620 • fax (912) 871-2396 Statesboro Imaging Center 8 Lester Road • Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 764-5656 • fax (912) 764-5659

Janine Dodds, M.D. Board Certified in Diagnostic Radiology East Georgia Radiology 1499 Fair Road • Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 486-1620 • fax (912) 871-2396 Statesboro Imaging Center 8 Lester Road • Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 764-5656 • fax (912) 764-5659

Kha Nguyen, M.D., Ph.D. Board Certified in Diagnostic Radiology East Georgia Radiology 1499 Fair Road • Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 486-1620 • fax (912) 871-2396 Statesboro Imaging Center 8 Lester Road • Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 764-5656 • fax (912) 764-5659

thoracic/vascular surgery THORACIC/VASCULAR SURGERY is the specialty which encompasses cardiac surgery, peripheral vascular surgery and general thoracic surgery.

K. Brian Walton, M.D. Board Certified in General Surgery Board Certified in Thoracic Surgery Cedar Surgical Associates, P.C. 1058 Bermuda Run Road Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 871-7100 • fax (912) 871-7110

urology UROLOGY A urologist is a doctor who specializes in treatment of the urinary tract for men and women, as well as treatment of the male reproductive system. Patients may be referred to a urologist if their primary physician suspects they need treatment for conditions relating to bladder, urethra, ureters, kidneys, and adrenal glands.

Khoa Nguyen, M.D.

Tim Thaller, M.D.

Board Certified in Urology East Georgia Urologic Clinic, P.C. 614 East Grady Street Statesboro, Georgia 30458 (912) 764-9001 • fax (912) 764-3166

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THE WOUND CARE CENTER is dedicated to the provision of state-of-the-art outpatient clinical wound care and hyperbaric therapy.

Camille Atallah, M.D.

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Akram Hassanyeh, M.D. General Surgery

George Piros, M.D. Radiology

James Routon, M.D. Pain Management

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Paul A. Whitlock, M.D. General Surgery

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owntown residents from San Diego to New York are taking to their porches and balconies, hooting and hollering or banging pots and pans every night to show their appreciation for health care workers and first responders. The celebration of frontline workers and essential employees is spreading across the nation. In other communities, citizens gather in the parking lots of hospitals in their cars, safely social distancing, when the work shifts change honking their horns and flashing their headlights to let healthcare workers know just how much they are appreciated. In Statesboro, local businesses are stepping up to support each other. Area companies have ordered lunch for healthcare workers at clinics, assisted living facilities, dentistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offices and pharmacies. Frontline responders at EMS and Fire stations have also been fed by a grateful community. All the food is coming from local restaurants, thereby helping the overworked medical professionals and the local restauranteurs who have had to temporarily close their dining rooms. Whether you dispense our medicine or deliver our babies; fit prosthetics or take care of our smiles, we thank you. And, not just those in healthcare. We thank the grocery store cashiers, the filling station attendees, the postal workers, the home store clerks and all those who are helping us make it through these challenging times. For everyone, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about showing appreciation to anyone on the Frontline serving others right now. S

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illy Joel once said, “I think music in itself is healing. It’s an explosive expression of humanity. It’s something we are all touched by. No matter what culture we’re from, everyone loves music.” And we do love music, don’t we? I think everyone would agree with that. We add music to punctuate our special occasions and lend art to our meaningful life events: weddings, graduations, funerals, anniversaries. Music underscores our emotions. Music touches us in deep ways that words alone cannot. It stirs our imagination, and even makes our body move. We all have experienced this. And when we’re feeling fearful or sad or lonely, we instinctively turn to music. We tune in to songs that either underscore what we are feeling or lift us up in spirit. The

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songs we listen to become the soundtrack to our lives. Favorite songs from the past that remind us of happier times. Familiar melodies that bring back special memories. Our remembered music soothes. It calms. It heals our weary souls. If you want to see an example of the healing power of music, watch the videos here shared by our friends; our community of local musicians who have found a way to bring comfort to us during this time of uncertainty. Our sincere gratitude goes out to them for continuing to remind us of all the good things we get to experience in life.

g SONG OF TRIUMPH VIRTUAL CHOIR SPRING 2020 Georgia SouthernUniversity Singers Performing on YouTube.com Covering “Song of Triumph” Arranged by Dale Grotenhuis Originally Posted April 17, 2020

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DOWNRIGHT BROTHERS SOCIAL DISTANCING TOUR

Frank Fortune & Benjy Thompson Performing on YouTube.com Covering “Pooh Corner” by Kenny Loggins Originally Posted April 10, 2020

FROM MY HOME TO YOUR HOME

Michael Braz Performing on Facebook.com Covering “Colour My World” by James Panko From a Series of Daily Performances Originally Posted April 19, 2020

WATCH PARTY FEATURING MICAH BONEY (aka Micahlan Boney) Performing on facebook.com Covering “The Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor Originally Posted April 18, 2020

INSPIRATIONAL MUSIC

Rhon Carter,Worship Pastor at First Baptist Church Performing on YouTube.com Covering “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” by Charles C. Converse Originally Posted April 21, 2020

CHRIS AND ASHLEE QUARANTINE SESSIONS

Chris & Ashlee Mitchell of Pladd Dot Music Performing on YouTube.com Covering “What’s Up” by Linda Perry Originally Posted April 20, 2020

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Statesboro’s Market2GO WRITTEN BY JENNY STARLING FOSS

hen we were all sent home to shelter in place and grocery store shelves suddenly had limited food and cleaning products, folks soon found relief at the local Statesboro Main Street Farmers Market’s online shopping destination, Market2Go. A hidden jewel supplying local food and home products for over ten years, Market2Go suddenly became THE place to get great food and home products. Started in 2008, Market2Go was founded as an extension of the Saturday Statesboro Main Street Farmers Market. For those who couldn’t make it to the open air market in Charlie Olliff Square on Saturday mornings, the online market provided a way to preorder locally sourced fresh fruits, vegetables, prepared foods and home products, for pick-up on Thursday evenings, first at Sugar Magnolia Bakers & Cafe, and later at the Statesboro Convention & Visitors Bureau. From Friday until Tuesday at midnight, customers can peruse the online market and place items in a shopping cart to check-out. Completed orders are shared with farmers and other vendors who spend Wednesdays harvesting their fruits and vegetables to fill the orders for Thursday delivery and pickup. Friends of the Market have found that there is no better way to get the freshest locally grown food. “The main health benefit of locally grown food is that it’s fresher,” said Market founder and local food advocate Debra Chester. “Fruits and vegetables begin to lose their nutrients within 24 hours of being picked, so fresher produce is more nutritious. In addition, locally grown food is picked in season at its peak ripeness, when it’s most dense with nutrients.” Before COVID-19, friends who shopped the online Market averaged about 30 people each week, ordering around 150 items, for a total of around $1,000 in revenue for the Market. Since area residents started sheltering at home, Market2Go’s volume has increased by 1500%! Shoppers are now purchasing products equaling $16,000 in revenue weekly from Statesboro’s Market2Go. “We never expected to see such an increase in the online market,” said Yvette Crick, president of Statesboro’s Main Street Farmers Market board. “We have always felt that providing local residents with a source for local food grown by local farmers was a great benefit to the area, but we didn’t expect such a large increase in our customer base. We quickly had to move our pick-up location from the Statesboro Convention & Visitors

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Bureau to Uncle Shug’s on South Main Street because of the sheer volume. Stacy Underwood was so gracious to help us. We went from two to three people sorting the produce and filling the weekly orders to over 20 volunteers. It takes all of the dining and banquet space in the restaurant to fill the orders for local produce and baked goods and prepared food that Bulloch County residents are ordering!” “We are so happy to be able to connect local residents to local food,” said Relinda Walker, manager of the Main Street Farmers Market. “Not only is the produce grown locally, which means it’s picked at peak ripeness and it travels very little distance to the farmer’s market pickup, it doesn’t sit in a truck or cooler for weeks or months before it’s sold. The fact that you’re eating fruits and veggies grown in the environment you live in means that produce likely contains essential nutrients needed for strong immunity and germs circulating in that specific atmosphere.”

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So by buying local food, Bulloch County residents are choosing healthier options, eating fresher in season produce, supporting and meeting the local farmers who produce their food, and growing the local economy. The virus has shown us that if food is scarce at the grocery store, we can find a local source for even better food at the Farmers Market. A trend that everyone hopes will continue long after the virus is gone. “There are so many advantages to getting your food from a local grower,” said Michelle Giddens, manager of Market2Go. “For obvious reasons, choosing to shop locally at your nearest farmers market supports farmers and your local community by keeping consumer money directly in our area—funneled from you directly to the farmer. It allows you to support our local economy. Neighbor helping neighbor.” When food is produced or processed, distributed and sold all within the same region, more money stays in the local economy. This leads to economic development and job creation. The Farmers Market provides opportunities for small farmers and businesses to sell their products, and help meet the growing demand for locally produced food. Being able to quickly and directly market to the consumer gives farmers important income opportunities without the added costs of shipping, storage and inventory control. Beyond the economic and business benefits, the Farmers Markets gives us access to fresh, healthy foods, especially when shopping options may be limited. What began as a business necessity for many small farmers has

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Poor Robin Gardens Swampy Appleseed Mushrooms

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evolved into a social event for the entire community, with many families and patrons viewing a trip to the Saturday morning Market as the start of their social weekend. As the Main Street Farmers Market has grown, new features like live music, cooking demonstrations, gardening tips and educational opportunities have been added. Downtown businesses that surround the Farmers Market also benefit from the additional foot traffic that the Market brings. Because of the coronavirus, the Saturday markets have been postponed. The weekend market traditionally opens the first week of April, but this year will instead open Labor Day weekend, on Saturday, September 5th. “We may be missing our Saturday Markets this spring, but the weather is beautiful and we can still have our family barbecues, time at the pool and special meals while we’re at home,” said Crick. “For any of these occasions, you may want to enjoy a nice slice of watermelon, a big bowl of strawberries, or a tall glass of lemonade. Where can you get the foods you want to enjoy this time of year? At our Market2Go. Visit us online each week for the freshest and best food you can find. We’ll be at Uncle Shug’s each Thursday evening and Friday morning for pickups or you can have your order delivered right to your door.” As the growing season gets into full swing, you should think about how you can add more locally grown foods to your menus. By doing so you are supporting local farmers and artisans and reaping the many health benefits of eating locally grown food. S

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HONEY B & G Honey H.L. Franklin Healthy Honey

JAMS & JELLIES Braswell’s Ma’s Country Pantry J.R.’s Unique Jelly & Jam Sugar Magnolia Bakery & Café Jacob’s Produce

MEAT 920 Cattle & Company Boykin Ranch, LLC Southern Swiss Dairy, LLC Hunter Cattle Company

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School district feeds children during COVID-19 Free meals nourish minds, bodies, & souls WRITTEN BY HAYLEY GREENE

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The Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) has disrupted and changed lives in many ways. The temporary closure of public schools took away a refuge, shelter, and source of sustenance on which many children depend for survival. Bulloch County Schools knows this is the reality anytime schools close for the weekend, inclement weather, or the summer, not just during a pandemic. This is why the school district quickly puts plans in place to feed children, keep them engaged in learning, and regularly check on their social and emotional well-being during any extended closure. Former State Senator Jack Hill once said in an in an interview with the advocacy group, Voices for Georgia’s Children, that “We need to lend a hand to families who are raising children. The need is real.” It’s real in Bulloch County. More than 32 percent of the county population lives in poverty, and within the City of Statesboro it’s nearly 50 percent. Nearly 61 percent of the school district’s 11,000 students are eligible for free and reduced meals due to economic hardship, and more than 100 students have no permanent home, so there is nowhere to store or prepare meals. Food insecurity is a reality that local educators see daily. These children depend on school meals. “We serve a high poverty and homeless population,” said Keith Wilke, the school district’s director of school social work. Wilke and other school social workers continue to periodically check on their case load of at-risk children. “We help families hook into community resources.” More than 70 sites to feed children By March 17, the second day of school closures, the school district had established sites for families to pick up free breakfast and lunch for any children up to age 18, printed learning resources, and free reading books. While targeted to serve the county’s most at-risk students, any child in Bulloch County is welcome. Wilke’s team of social workers collaborated with School Nutrition Director Megan Blanchard and Transportation Director Janet Tanner to pinpoint where feeding sites should be placed, a challenge since Bulloch County covers 750 sq. miles. Most meals are delivered by bus, but Wilke also serves meals from a SUV to sites where buses can’t navigate or stop safely. By April 24, six weeks into the program, a dedicated army of more than 100 employees serves between 2,600 – 2,800 children each weekday across 73 feeding sites. In this time they’ve already prepared and delivered 135,324 meals. “These ladies and gentleman are truly unsung heroes,” Vernetta Staten said of School Nutrition and Transportation staff. Staten, a seventh-grade science teacher at William James Middle School, volunteered with faculty from her school to pack meals. The plan is to continue meal deliveries through May 22, the last day of school, and then transition into an eight-week summer feeding program.

By the time school begins on August 3, Bulloch County Schools will have ensured children were fed for 18 weeks. “This has definitely been an experience I’ll never forget,” said Brandy Napier, a member of Southeast Bulloch High’s school nutrition staff who helps pack and deliver meals. “It’s been touching to see the kids’ faces when we pull up on the bus. You can tell they are so thankful.” “I am very happy to see all our regulars come out and look for meals each day,” said Parcella Mosley. Mosley, a 23-year veteran bus driver, has helped with the feeding program since day one, and while bus drivers are rotated in daily shifts, Mosley requested to stay and not leave her post. Her feeding program route serves children in Foxridge, Madison Meadows, Eastview, Wildwood, Cone Homes, Blakewood, Mulberry, and Sugar Hill apartments and mobile home communities. “We are truly blessed to see how happy the children are to see that big yellow school bus coming,” Mosley added. “They are truly grateful.” Sugar Hill mobile home community is home to Glennera Martin (District 5) Bulloch County Board of Education member. A retired educator, she has helped ensure children in her neighborhood are fed for more than 30 years. “I remember my mother, Delores Wilke, volunteering at Sugar Hill when I was in elementary school, and I would go along with her to eat and help,” Wilke said. Board of Education Chairman Mike Sparks (District 2) and Board member Maurice Hill (District 8) each host meal sites in the parking lots of their workplaces, the W.W. Mann Center and Hill’s Mortuary. The current meal menu includes items like fresh fruits, cereal or breakfast pastry, a sandwich, chips, and fresh vegetables with ranch dip, and two cartons of milk. Safe food storage instructions are also included in the bag. “My boys were so excited to have May/June 2020

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hamburgers,” said Holly Burney, a mother of three children who attend Stilson Elementary. “My oldest said, ‘Mama, these are the best next to yours of course’.” Meal sites offer more than food The meal sites serve as a distribution point for printed resources and free books to encourage learning and reading, especially since everyone does not have access to home Internet and technology. “It is our intent to provide resources that will keep children engaged and actively learning,” said Teresa Phillips, the school district’s Assistant Superintendent of School Improvement. “We were able to distribute books from our Bulloch Book Bus storage and surplus books from our media centers. Volunteers, mostly media specialists, worked to sort, bag and distribute them.” “The packets and extra books and supplies are awesome, and we really appreciate them greatly,” said Lynn Berry, who has three children who attend Stilson Elementary. Local educators knew these sites would be a critical link between the schools and their students. They would nourish minds, bodies, and souls; however, they’ve realized it helps them as well because school employees didn’t get to say goodbye to students before the closures. “For three days I volunteered to give out packets,” said Betsy Mallard, a response to intervention coordinator for Portal Elementary. “They were the best days. Just to catch a glimpse of the beautiful smiles of our kids blessed me beyond words.” Alina Odom, Brooklet Elementary’s media specialist volunteered to follow a bus meal route in her vehicle to help distribute free books. “The students and parents were so appreciative of getting books in addition to food. The excitement exuded when I told the students that they could keep the books. It was priceless.” “I helped pass out packets, and when I saw one of my students come around the corner to pick up his lunch my eyes filled with tears,” 50 statesboromagazine.com

said Katie Olliff, a sixth-grade social studies teacher at William James Middle School. “He had his little sister’s hand in his, and the smile I got was priceless. No high fives or hugs, but just getting the chance to see some of our kids made my day. It made me proud to be a Bulloch County Schools employee. I’m so thankful this is being done for our students.” Regina Collins, a fourth-grade math teacher at Nevils Elementary said, “It is very rewarding, lots of thank you and big smiles from our students and parents.” Dr. Alissa Sasser, a school improvement director for the district at its Central Office, felt that she came away from her volunteer experience better than when she came. “It provided me with an opportunity to reflect on and appreciate the resilience of the children entrusted to our care.” Service to Healthcare Workers & First Responders The school district delivers meals to the Statesboro YMCA where there is a daycare center for first responders’ children during COVID-19. Also, Cheri Wagner (District 1) Board of Education member, who is a registered nurse and an assistant director of the emergency room at East Georgia Regional Medical Center, collaborated with the district to have more than 150 meals delivered daily for medical personnel’s children. The hospital stores them safely until the staff goes off shift. “They can’t leave the hospital to pick up meals for their children,” Wagner said as she expressed her thanks to school district employees at the Board’s April 16 meeting. “Thank you for the generosity that the school district has shown the hospital. It is very much appreciated. I know School Nutrition staff is working tirelessly.” The school district has also gathered and inventoried thousands of personal protection equipment (PPE) from its science and career education classrooms and nurses’ clinics to help restock the hospital’s supply as needed. Georgia Schools Are Not Failing – Change the Narrative While academic accountability is necessary, how schools are measured needs work. The quick response to the physical, social, emotional, and academic needs of Georgia’s children by public schools during COVID-19 demonstrates that they are not failing their students. Matt Cardoza, the former director of the Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education, and now an assistant policy director for the Georgia Department of Education, was quoted in a November, 2017, issue of Maureen Downey’s, “Get Schooled,” in the Atlanta Journal Constitution, as saying, “Many schools are being overwhelmed by issues of poverty and community disinvestment at a time when expectations around student achievement are being raised exponentially.” Cardoza believes Georgia schools are unfairly labeled as failing. A narrative he said began under the era of No Child Left Behind, but he believes that narrative needs to change. He offered examples of educators’ selfless service. What we see from educators in Bulloch County and across Georgia during COVID-19 adds to that testament. S

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ay Ray came to us by way of my first cousin, Caroline Amelia. He was of the free variety. The First Baptist preacher, Raymond, found himself the unexpected owner of a litter of puppies, and Caroline laid claim to one of the roly-poly rascals. So, it was decided, Ray would come live at Brown Farms. Who better to name your pup after than the ordained? Ray went by many monikers. Raymond when reprimand was necessary, Ray in passing, but Ray Ray fit him best. A happy go lucky name for the most care-free dog to ever call the farm his home. Ray Ray had the laid-back, loveable demeanor of a Labrador. He had kind eyes that held the look of adoration and friendship. He was the sleek, black of a seal. His short fur gleamed shiny and black as if he had been dipped in burnt motor oil. Ray Ray had the build of a bulldog. His muscles rippled under his skin like wiggling tadpoles in a shrinking puddle. He had a broad chest and narrow hips. He had a white star on his chest and a glimmer of white on the tips of his toes. His muscled-up hulk was menacing but his eyes told a different story. Raymond could not be confined by any manmade structure. He bested every attempt by my father, uncle, and the farm help to keep him contained. He scaled every fence. He head-butted every gate until the metal latch was straightened. Ray cleared tarps and sheets of tin to escape any manmade fortress. He once got locked in our family’s beloved kitchen house and chewed the door frame completely off. Eventually, in fear that he would cause self-harm my daddy and Uncle Mark decided he would become a yard dog and hence he became a protector of the farm and all structures within. Ray grew into his guardian-role quite well. He alerted the family to any new presence of man, beast, or automobile which dared to enter the gates of the lane leading to our home. Out of a dead sleep he would

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spring to his feet as agile as a cat, tail taut into a stiff curl, ears gingerly perked atop his broad skull to notify us of any trespassers. His mornings began with a breakfast procured by our chief farm help, Mann Tarver. He greeted Mann at his old Dodge every morning to peruse the variety of leftovers which consisted of fish bones, chicken bones, and other scraps from the previous day’s dinner. Ray’s favorite meals were leftovers from family gatherings: Uncle Mark’s famous dirty rice, low country boil minus the corn, and any desserts served-up and placed outside the back door of the kitchen house. Ray Ray was a sweetheart by day but his nighttime activities were questionable at best. Ray Ray’s adolescence was that of the worst teenage hooligan. His thoughts were always aimed at the fairer of the species. He ate little, slept less, and was generally indifferent to reprimand. His days were spent basking in the sun by the farm office sleeping for days at a time to recover from the previous night’s forays. He would disappear for weeks. The first few times he went missing various family members searched diligently, worried he was injured and couldn’t make his way home. Eventually he returned. Worn, haggard, and bloodied, he would appear at the head of the lane limping as if he had been in the fight of his life. Once he was found in a neighboring town, miles from home. He was returned home only to be gone by morning. After one particularly lengthy journey Uncle Mark decided it was time to remedy Ray of his driving force. Ray Ray still made his rounds to visit but his desire to roam just wasn’t as strong. After Ray Ray was “fixed” he soon found another object of admiration. He loved all members of our family: uncles, cousins, and farm employees who had become family, but the one he prized most entered the picture later in his life. My husband, Johnny, was the apple of his eye. Ray Ray knew

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the exact hum of Johnny’s diesel truck. He would whine and shriek with delight upon the sight of Johnny. They were fast friends and their similarities were uncanny. Both were outsiders brought into the fold by the love of a Brown girl and both were strong with hard exteriors, but each had a playful glimmer in their eye. As a young couple our favorite Saturday night date was to ride the dirt roads and fields that surrounded my little block house at the farm. We would come rolling in on Friday afternoon and Ray would greet us as we arrived. He would jump into the back of our Polaris Ranger before it was unloaded from the trailer and grin ear to ear as we made our rounds. Daddy and my uncles worked tirelessly for months preparing the old mule barn at the farm for our wedding. After harvest season, the barn became everyone’s project. We all made daily visits to see the progress and Ray Ray along with the other farm dogs enjoyed the excitement of preparation for our big day. As our wedding day approached Daddy told me to prepare for an extra guest. We all knew Ray Ray would not be denied. Ray was in attendance for the sweet family ceremony under the live oaks. As the barn and 56 statesboromagazine.com

tent filled with friends for the community-wide reception, I glanced over in the center of the tent and nestled in the hay, Ray Ray was sleeping soundly. He wanted to be a part of our family and that he was. The next Friday after our wedding Daddy said he rode by the old barn and Ray Ray was waiting expectantly under the oaks ready for guests to arrive. One day in late July Daddy called and said Ray Ray was missing. He followed some of the farm help to take off the trash in the heat of the afternoon and never came home. We all rode, called, looked, and searched for weeks and months. Even years later I saw a picture of a black dog on Facebook that I thought was Ray. Turned out it was some other dog who looked like Ray. It’s a definite possibility he was one of Ray’s offspring. I like to think Ray Ray hopped a big truck with some lonely trucker and he spent his golden years riding the roads traveling and listening to his theme song “Ramblin’ Man.” “And when it’s time for leavin’ I Hope you’ll understand That I was born a ramblin’ man.” In honor of a “DGD”, I have included Ray’s favorite dish and a perfectly paired dessert. S

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Forgiveness WRITTEN BY REV. DR. H. WILLIAM PERRY

s we go through life it is inevitable that conflicts will arise. Then there is the possibility that we will build up rage, bitterness, and resentment. There is one aspect of childhood I wish we could carry on with us throughout life. Surely you’ve noticed that when children get hurt by friends and they yell and argue with each other, usually one will leave and go home. If the child then receives the loving embrace of a parent and some encouraging words he/she can live through the pain, return to the friend, and rebuild the relationship. It is magnificent to see this happen. Why can’t we adults continue to do that? I have seen how unforgiveness can become the albatross that wraps around your neck. It can rob you of all that is good. Years ago I read the story of two sisters, both unmarried, who lived in the family home. They had a falling out but neither was willing to move out of their house, so they painted a white line right down the middle, splitting the house in two, one living on one side, the other sister on the other side. They no longer spoke to each other or visited with each other for the rest of their lives. How tragic. Another extreme example is about the man who was so tight with his money that he only gave his wife enough to buy the bare essentials. She wanted to sew clothes for the children but never had the money for materials, no matter how much she pleaded with her husband. She died unexpectedly, and the husband felt so guilty that he went to the stores and bought all the expensive silk material they had and covered his wife’s grave with it. Too late. 58 statesboromagazine.com

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We need each other’s forgiveness. We also need to learn to forgive ourselves. The night my Daddy lay dying in the hospital I stayed with him. I would get up from my cot and stand over his bed as he moaned softly. Later I said to myself, “Bill, why in the world didn’t you say to your Dad, ‘Daddy, it’s okay. You have trusted Jesus. He is waiting to usher you into heaven.’” I just stood there silently. It took me a long time to forgive myself. Two men who were competitors in business were members of the same church. They developed a hatred for each other. One Sunday morning one of the two got up from his pew, walked across the sanctuary to where the other man was sitting, stuck out his hand and the two shook hands for the first time in years. The other man stood and the two embraced. The congregation sat in absolute silence; then they broke out in applause. What a demonstration of the power of the gospel. We are told in the Bible that since we have been freely forgiven we are to freely forgive. Forgiving others is not easy. Our pride gets in the way. I’m so grateful I’ve been forgiven. I’m so grateful that God has taught me the importance of forgiving others and doing so quickly. We’re told not to let the sun go down on our anger. If you get angry and don’t deal with it, or try to bury it, it will turn into hatred. And we know how destructive hatred is. We have a forgiving God, and since we’ve been forgiven we can forgive others. S

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Uncle Porter WRITTEN BY RIC MANDES

ncle Porter was in his late years when he would come visit his sister, Minnie, better known to me as Granny. It would be during the fall months he would make the journey. Uncle Porter was short. Stout. Wore a white dress shirt every day, with dark brown pants and laced up shoes. And how he did enjoy walking the dirt roads of Dock Junction. On most of those travails, he invited me to “take a step or two with your Uncle Porter,” Rickie.” There we were, sauntering together, Uncle Porter in his seventies and I, a young lad of thirteen, beginning to sense the largeness of the world. “Minnie, me and Rickie are going to take a walk. Will be back in time for dinner,” he allowed. We wouldn’t be far down the dirt lane when Uncle Porter would reach into his back pocket and lift a pouch of tobacco, whereupon he would pinch a mighty amount and nestle it into his left jaw. Uncle Porter was an artist of that matter. His joy of spitting outdid the chewing. And to my amazement, he could continue a stream of conversation all the while. Spitting for Uncle Porter was an art. When he let loose a stream of that brown stuff, he would have taken aim at something, a certain tall branch or a gathering of Palmetto. Those walks with Uncle Porter would have a touch of “somewhere in time.” He would recount life as a youngster. “None of us made it to the fourth or fifth grade. Not because we were stupid, but there came that time when Papa would sit us down and kindly tell us he needed us to help with the farm. By that time we all had learned to read, which we did at night before bedtime. It was mostly the Bible we would read.” “Of us youngsters, Minnie took to the Bible real serious,” Uncle Porter allowed. “She would sit on the front pew every Sabbath drawn into the messages of Jesus. She would always ask if she could say the blessing, which Papa now and then would allow her request to be granted with a nod of his head. Right at first, Minnie’s blessings got where they were just too long. Papa took her aside and spoke to her 60 statesboromagazine.com

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about keeping her chats with the Lord to no more than two minutes.” With that epic, Uncle Porter smiled and said, “Your Granny’s blessings went back to lengthy when she married Pop Donnell.” “Oh yes,” I replied. “She shares that spiritual allowance around the table, but we just sit back eyes closed for a good while when it comes Granny’s time to offer.” Quiet would follow after Uncle Porter recounted a memory from his boyhood days. “Mighty fine lady, your Granny,” Uncle Porter would say softly. Now and then Uncle Porter would stop and look to the sky, an ocean of endless blue. With that we would begin walking again--Uncle Porter and Rickie. I was not certain an inquiry was proper or not. Then, as one of his pauses moved on, I just came right out and asked, “Uncle Porter why do you stop now and then and look into the sky?” He smiled and replied, “Cause Rickie, my young fellow that sky is the same as it was when I was a young fellow like you are. You see, some things in life never change--never go away. God’s work is a formation of the wind, the stars, the moon and the sun.” When he spoke those terms of endearment I felt a new kinship with this kind and gentle man, sixty years my senior. We arrived at that spiritual togetherness. Our worlds blended as we were in those fields and lanes over yonder. I asked him about his dad’s tobacco activities. “He was the best,” he replied. It was then he took aim at a rather large spider weaving an annoying web. Like a rifle shot, a bullet of brown hit the culprit right on. Down went the spider-- web and all! “Dad-blamed things. I never have liked spiders. What in tarnation they good for?” And I would remain quiet, walking with this man of wisdom who offered love and caring to all who knew him, especially his sister Minnie-- my dear precious Granny.. S

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