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Jackson County Schools are evaluated

By LEANNE AKIN

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Jackson County Schools will be recommended for reaccreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools’ AdvanceEd Accreditation Exit Review team which recently presented its findings.

The six-member team, which was in Jackson County Feb. 23-26, commended the strong leadership of Superintendent Dr. April Howard and the Jackson County Board of Education, chaired by Lynne Wheeler.

The team’s presentation was made Feb. 26 during a called meeting of the school board.

“Through the spirit of mutual trust and commitment to the pursuit of excellence,” the leadership from the superintendent’s office and the school board are working together to seek continually improvements within the system, said the external review team.

The team included educational professionals from Georgia as well as Utah andArizona.

The team assessed the impact of teaching

AdvanceEd Accreditation team recommends reaccreditation after visit with school district and learning, leadership capacity and resource utilization.

The system scored a 280 overall average within the 400-point assessment scale. In the teaching and learning category, the system earned 262 and 275 points in the resource utilization area. The final index of educational quality was leadership for which the system earned 317 points.

The team was complimentary of the system’s “complete and robust process to address safety and cleanliness of facilities.”

Development and implementation of a long-range comprehensive strategic plan to provided guidance for an effective ongoing continuous improvement process for the system’s schools was the major action item identified by the team.

Plans for that strategic planning initia-

tive is already in the works with the school board’s retreat later this month including a special segment.

In advance of the visit from the team which Howard said she was excited to host, she noted the entire Jackson County Team had worked very hard to prepare for the upcoming SACS visit.

“We know their feedback will help us realize some existing goals and take our district to the next level,” said Howard. “While we do not have any concerns related to the accreditation process, we know areas we want to continuously improve. The areas we would identify include BOE and districtwide strategic planning, an increased focus on true data teams training for all aspects of the organization and an increased focus on authentic and integrated stakeholder involvement.

Hoschton hears inspector’s offer to handle work

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GOP opens headquarters as qualifying is under way

By FARAH BOHANNON

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By Katie Griffin

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The Jackson County Republican Party held its 2014 election kickoff on Saturday at their new headquarters located at Higher Grounds Coffee House in Braselton.

This is the first time the party has ever had a headquarters so members are excited and thankful to be able to utilize such a nice office space. The campaign kickoff celebrated both the new office and the beginning of the campaign as qualifying started on Monday.

“We are always glad to help in any way we can,” said JoAnne Santiago, owner of Higher Grounds Coffee House.

The kickoff was catered by the coffee house and many local and state elected officials were there, including Rep. Regina Quick (R-Athens), Rep. Tommy Benton (R-Jefferson), Rep. John Wilkinson (R-Toccoa) and several announced candidates including State Superintendent candidates Nancy Jester and Richard Wood and U.S Senate candidate Karen Handel.

Georgia Republican Party chairman John Padgett was also there.

“I am so thankful for Jackson County and the people here who are eager to grow,” said Ron Johnson, chairman of the Jackson County Republican Party.

Johnson explained that when he moved to Jackson County about seven years ago, the monthly meetings consisted of about five people. As of Saturday, there are 102 dues-paying members. He thanks current members for their diligence in expanding and bring-

“While preparation for any external review requires a tremendous amount of work, it has been thorough and helped us review and refine our goals and internal processes,” said Howard.

When the announcement was made, there was an air of celebration in the crowded meeting room.

“There are not enough words for me to personally express my appreciate to our school and district leaders who have done an amazing job with the school and district reports, as well as, preparing for the actual visit. There is always room for continuous improvement, but if any group of leaders can make it happen, Jackson County School leaders can. I am blessed to work among them,” said Howard.

Wheeler commended Dr. Howard and the task-oriented system team and other board members offered their praise, saying everyone worked diligently to be ready for the visit.

The full report from the SACS AdvanceEd Accreditation team is expected within the next six weeks.

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State Rep. John Wilkinson, State Rep. Tommy Benton and State Rep. Regina Quick, with Jackson County GOP chairman Ron Johnson in background, assisted in cutting the ribbon for the grand opening of the county party’s headquarters in Braselton where Republican qualifying is taking place through Friday. The party’s monthly meeting will be held Saturday morning in the space provided by Higher Grounds Coffee House and Polaris Aviation Solutions.

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Karen Handel, a candidate for U.S. Senate greets Martha Martin at the headquarters’ opening last Saturday. ing friend and neighbors to meetings and getting them registered to vote.

He says that most people want to get involved, they just do not know how, so the headquarters will give the people

of Jackson County somewhere to go to get literature and to ask questions. Two things really help the financial aspect of the party: 1. The rent for the headquarters is free. 2. Half of the fees that were paid on Monday for qualifying go to the party, roughly $600, which will help provide signage, literature and other resources for the campaign.

“My hat goes off to these folks running locally and statewide,” said Padgett. “They work really hard. It’s especially challenging to run statewide.”

The ribbon cutting ceremony took place shortly after refreshments and members and visitors were allowed to tour the office and ask any questions.

Some Jackson County Board of Education members were there and were eager to discuss Common Core with Wood and Jester. The board members agreed that the community’s reaction to Common Core has been surprisingly aggravated. Many do not understand

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The Hoschton City Council is considering a proposal to handle building inspections made by an inspector who said he has the city’s best financial interests in mind.

Phil Gruber attended the Monday council work session and provided information about changes to building plans and fees.

Mayor Theresa Kenerly said she was confident about Gruber’s proposal and believes his top priority is to protect Hoschton.

“This guy knows what he is doing. He is consistent, honest, easy to work with and sees the importance of saving money.

I’ve worked with inspectors in the past who have given me problem after problem, but Phil has impressed me for the several years I’ve known him,” said Kenerly.

Gruber summarized his proposal to the group. In the past, some businesses received up to 90 percent of permit fees and 10 percent went to the city. If the city decides to use Gruber, Hoschton will keep all permit fees and city hall will pay him $25 an hour for his service.

Gruber said he wants to help Hoschton save as much money as possible and strives to create a more palatable and simple process for those filling out applications as well as for city hall employees.

“We want to create a more user-friendly way to deal with city hall when applying for various permits,” said Merk.

Gruber then briefly went over paving requirements.

He worked for Habersham County for several years, so he showed the group the requirements that were used for this county. They have been successful for 15-plus years, so they are strong, solid and can be used for the City of Hoschton.

“For example, these requirements will help the city when a neighborhood’s roads have not been looked at for several years. If something goes wrong and those neighborhood roads need significant maintenance, it could financially crush Hoschton. My main concern is that the city is protected,” said Gruber.

The council members and city attorney Thomas Mitchell decided to look over Gruber’s proposal in the next few weeks to make sure all bases are covered and hopefully make it a legal document.

In the business report, City Clerk Ali Merk said three businesses will make their debuts in Hoschton in the next few weeks – Rust & Dust Antiques, 5 Fit Fitness and Sunshine Early Learning Center. Sunshine must go before the State Fire Marshal before officially opening its doors in Hoschton.

Folk to Fine Art Festival & Expo is this weekend The Commerce Civic Center will be the place to see folk art by Lee Laney (L) and cornbread (below) and others and fine art by artistis including Lynn Page (R) and others.

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The third annual Folk to Fine Art Festival and Expo will be held on March 7-9 at the Civic Center in Commerce. There will be 40 booths which will include 85-90 artists from all over the southeast, including Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina and many local artists as well.

“This year’s festival will be an even bigger event with a larger variety of the South’s folk and fine artists,” said Becky Perry, Folk to Fine Art Festival committee member and artist.

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On Friday, March 7, from 5-10 p.m., there is a “Meet the Artist” reception. The admission is $15 which includes a light reception, two drink tickets and readmission for the entire festival. The festival will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 8, and Sunday, March 9. Admission is $7 and children 10 years and younger will get in free.

In addition to a variety of booths featuring a wide array of folk and fine art in various different mediums, artist sponsored workshops will be offered on Saturday and Sunday.

Saturday’s demonstrations will feature Abner Cope doing an oil

portrait demonstration, at 11 a.m., pottery demonstration by Steve Turpin, at 1 p.m., a $10 watercolor class by Betty Edwards, at 2 p.m., a

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Commission settles tax-related lawsuit

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the concept that the funding is federal but the specific curriculum is decided by each district.

Other topics of discussion included raising minimum wage, current legislation going on at the State Capitol as well as current issues affecting Jackson County like alcohol sales and budgeting.

The results for Monday’s qualifying are as follows: District 3 Commissioner: Bruce Yates; District 4 Commissioner: Dwain Smith; District 2 Board of Education: Tim Brooks; District 3 Board of Education: Celinda Wilson; and District 5 Board of Education Steve Bryant. All of the above are incumbents.

“We had a great turnout Saturday and a great start on Monday. And remember, if anyone has questions or is need of literature, feel free to stop by the headquarters located at 6700 Highway 53 in Braselton,” said Johnson.

The Jackson County Republican Party gives a sincere thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Santiago for the use of their office. The March meeting will be held at the headquarters this Saturday, March 8, not the Jefferson Club House as usually planned and as previously announced.

Doors open at 7:30 a.m. and the meeting begins at 8 a.m. There will be biscuits and coffee and water provided. For more information, visit jacksongop.org or Like Jackson County Georgia Republican Party on Facebook.

A check for $18,000 is being written by Jackson County to Robinson & Blazer, LLP and Victory at Traditions, LLP, to settle a tax-related lawsuit.

The Jackson County Board of Commissioners agreed Monday to settled a lawsuit filed by owners of lots in Traditions of Braselton who maintained they should not be liable for late fees and penalties on ad valorem taxes paid after the due date.

Victory at Traditions, LLC, was the plaintiff in the case which first contended certain interest,penalties and fees paid to the Jackson County Tax Commissioner’s Office should be repaid.

Tax bills had been sent to the bank which held the foreclosed properties, however, the bank did not make payment of the taxes.

The lots had been sold by a bank during mid-year and the Jackson County Tax Assessor’s Office was not notified of the sales so that tax records could be properly updated. Two letters were sent related to the property, however, the owners questioned if notification was ample.

“This is an issue that needs to be expedited,” said County Attorney Christopher Hamilton of the matter which was discussed with commissioners during an executive session on Feb. 17. The subject had

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been broached with several members of the Jackson County legislative delegation prior to the start of the session when the county was seeking additional direction including an opinion from the State Attorney General’s office.

Tax Commissioner Don Elrod had been served with an Affidavit of Illegality, requesting a Superior Court determination of repayment of certain interest, penalties and fees paid by Victory at Traditions.

Hamilton said the fees may or may not have been charged appropriately but based on the issue of notice, he recommended the release and settlement agreement be approved and signed.

In a motion by Commissioner Bruce Yates which was seconded by Commissioner Jim Hix, the measure was unanimously passed with Chairman Tom Crow absent. Vice Chairman Dwain Smith presided at the meeting.

In other business, the commissioners ■■ Approved the recommendation from County Manager Kevin Poe on the makeup of the stakeholder involvement group for the five-year Comprehensive Plan Update which is state mandated.

Poe recommended appointing members of the Jackson County Planning Commission Members, five at-large members of the community appointed by each county commission member and two elected conty commissioners to make up the stakeholders involvement group. Steve Wittry, Don Segraves, Jimmy Ford, Guy Spicer and Jeff Perry, members of the Jackson County Planning Commission, were appointed to serve. Commissioner Yates volunteered to be on the committee.

Commissioner Hix asked about the time commitment which a citizen could expect to provide if asked to serve. Poe said meetings are likely to occur every other month for a 12 month to 16 month period.

■■ Approved an annual letter of engagement between Jackson County and Bates, Carter, & Co. L.L.P. for professional audit services of the FY 2013 financials, internal controls, and policies and procedures.

The firm has provided services since 1970.

Services outlined in the engagement letter would cost an estimated $65,000.

Election 2014 Hall COunty Board of Commissioners

3 candidates qualify Monday for District 1 seat From staff reports

Three candidates officially qualified Monday to run for Hall County Board of Commissioners District 1.

South Hall residents Tony Beatty, Ken Cochran and Kathy Cooper filed their notice of candidacy, an affidavit and paid qualifying fees for the position held by Craig Lutz.

Lutz has announced that he will vacate the position for a run for Public Service Commission.

Beatty and Cochran each earlier announced their candidacy; Cooper is a recent entry into the field.

A farmer and businesswoman, Cooper is championing fiscal responsibility, personal accountability and government transparency,

the candidate stated in a news release. “Having lived and worked in South Hall for most of my life, I feel that I have a deep understanding of the issues that face the area. We need to maintain smart growth strategies, as well Beatty as family values in our community.”

Cooper is president of her family’s farm in Chestnut Mountain, Cooper Family Enterprises. She serves on the Hall County Hospital Authority and formerly served on the board of directors at the National Bank of Gainesville.

She and her husband, John, run cattle and chicken operations in Chestnut Mountain, as well as a

POLICE REPORT Sheriff’s Office hosts ‘Choices’ tonight On March 6, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is hosting s special program entitled “Choices.”

The 6:30 p.m. program at the Jackson EMC Auditorium feature several female inmates from the Lee Arrendale Prison talking about the choices they made that landed them in prison.

A Jackson County Correctional Institute inmate will also speak.

Other speakers will include parents who have dealt with the consequences of choices made by family members.

The program is for students, parents, community leaders and any concerned individuals who want to become involved in helping others make the right choices in life. Several tables will be set up with information on underage drinking, bullying, illegal drugs, distracted driving including texting as well as information on the Parents Reducing Injuries and Driver Error (P.R.I.D.E.)

program and other services offered in Jackson County.

Seating is limited and is available on a first come, first serve basis.

Arrest made in home invasion in Hoschton The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office arrested Joshua Adonis Finch, 35, of Hoschton, on Feb. 24 for his involvement in a home invasion which occurred in the early morning hours of Jan. 23, at a residence off Bill WatFinch kins Road in western Jackson County.

The victims reported that two black males entered the home armed with guns and demanded money. The suspects struck and assaulted the male victim with the guns. The suspects then ordered the female victims to

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Christmas tree farm. They are members of Chestnut Mountain Presbyterian Church and have three children, Donnie, Tyler and Lindsey.

A Republican, Cooper said she wants to bring leadership and diversity to the Board of Commissioners, which currently has no female representatives.

remove all their clothing.

Money was obtained from the residence and the suspects left with cash, cell phones and one of the victim’s vehicle. The victim’s vehicle was later located a short distance from the victim’s residence.

The Sheriff’s office investigators were able to determine that Finch is familiar with the victim and that drugs had played a role in the crime.

Finch is currently incarcerated at the Jackson County Jail and has been charged with burglary, party to the crime of armed robbery and three counts of party to the crime of false imprisonment.

The investigation is ongoing and more charges are pending.

Citizens are encouraged to notify their local law enforcement agencies of any suspicious persons, crimes or other relevant information by calling 911 or the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office at 706-367-8718. Also please remember that you can provide information without being involved or identified by contacting the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office’s anonymous tip line at 706-367-3784 to report any

“As a business owner and woman, I bring a singular and important voice to the commission.”

She also addressed the many competing interests at play in District 1, which includes Flowery Branch.

“It’s important to recognize that South Hall has unique communities within the district’s borders. The needs and interests of the citizens near Lake Lanier may not be the same as those from the neighborhoods and more rural areas near Gwinnett and Jackson counties.”

As new development moves into South Hall, Cooper said she wants to endure growth is coupled with the interests of residents.

criminal or suspicious activity.

Robbery suspect in custody in Hall Co. Kevin Blake Marchbanks, 36, of Commerce, was arrested in Lula on Feb. 27 in connection with the Feb. 13 armed robbery at Our Store in Pendergrass.

Hall County officials received information that Marchbanks was at a residence in Lula where he was apprehended.

Marchbanks is currently incarcerated at the Hall County Detention Center on an outstanding probation warrant. A hold has been placed by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office for Marchbanks for the armed robbery charge.

Drug charges filed The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office conducted a search of a residence located within the Windy Hill Mobile Home Park in Jefferson on March 3.

The search was a result of an investigation regarding possible child abuse and drug activity.

Suspect charged in pharmacy robbery From staff reports

volved a man wearing gauze on his face, seeking conA Braselton man arrested trolled narcotic pain relievin connection with a Dec. 31 ers, and leaving the scene in robbery at the Ingles phar- a white or silver four-door macy in Flowery Branch is car. also being considered for an During the Dec. 31 robearlier robbery at a CVS in bery at 4260 Winder HighOakwood. way, according to Hall County Sherthe Sheriff’s Office iff’s Office invesinformation, the tigators said they suspect said that he obtained a warrant was armed, but emfor Chris Oneal Forployees did not see a rester, Feb. 25, folweapon. lowing his Feb. 20 Oakwood Police arrest by the Multiinvestigator Danny Agency Narcotics Sridej earlier said Squad on unrelated Forrester that he believed drug charges.

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bery, but needed to review the evidence a bit more before making a statement to that effect. On Monday, he said that he was still working the case, and was not ready to release an update.

Oakwood investigators did obtain fingerprints in the CVS incident, but said that the “break” in their case was seeing the same car in surveillance video at each location.

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Qualifying will continue through this Friday. The fee is $189 for Board of Commissioners posts.

Candidates must meet a number of qualifications to run, including being a registered voter, not being a convicted felon, not owing any taxes and being a resident of the county.

Republican candidates file for qualification at the law office of Paul Stanley, 112 Academy St. NE, Gainesville.

Democratic candidates will file with the Hall County elections office, 2875 Browns Bridge Road, Gainesville.

Qualifying is also being held this week for statewide, federal and other judicial offices. Those candidates must file elsewhere.

During the search, Deputies were able to locate a quantity of methamphetamine, a quantity of marijuana, pills and devices and paraphernalia commonly used to ingest narcotics.

Courtney Sheay Robinson, 28, of Jefferson, was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine. Rob-

inson is currently incarcerated at the Jackson County Jail.

The Sheriff’s Office received assistance from the Department of Family and Children’s Services (DFACS) during the investigation.

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AMERICAN LEGION HONORS

DISTRICT ORATORICAL WINNER. Evita Flores, a senior at Jefferson High School, is the 2014 American Legion Post 56 and the Department of Georgia American Legion, 10th District Oratorical Contest winner. The program presents participants with an academic speaking challenge that teaches important leadership qualities; the history of our nation’s laws; the ability to think and speak clearly and an understanding of the duties, responsibilities, rights and privileges of American citizenship. Miss Flores is a very talented and responsible young lady. Not only was she the winner in the two constitutional speech contest, she is the Squadron Commander of Jefferson High School Air Force JROTC Program and a graduate of the 2013 American Legion Girls State Program. The two contests which she won provided Miss Flores with scholarship money. The Oratorical Contest is an annual Legion program that is open to all Jackson County and city schools. Pictured with Miss Flores is Commander Gene Bennett, L, and 10th District Commander Jack Murphy, R. FAMILY GETS LEGION HONORS. American Legion Post 56 keeps it in the family. Fred Simbro was selected as Post 56 Legionnaire of the Year for 2014.

His wife, Dee Anna Simbro was named Post 56 Spouse of the Year. Kyle Simbro, their son, was selected by the Sons of the American Legion (SAL), Squadron 56 as the Son of the Year. Post 56 Commander Gene Bennett said the selections were not planned in that manner but simply resulted in each family member being independently selected. Bennett said that Fred Simbro is one of the hardest working, dedicated and dependable Legionnaires in the Post. Simbro is a graduate of the American Legion College as well as other Legion classes and schools. He serves as a Junior Vice Commander for the Department of Georgia, 10th District, and on the Post 56 Executive Committee. Mr. Simbro is a U.S. Air Force veteran.

Dee Anna Simbro, Spouse of the Year, received this award for her dedication and support for veterans and the community. Commander Bennett stated selection for this particular award is a very difficult decision to make each year because there are so many deserving spouses but that Dee Anna was certainly the best choice for 2014. Kyle Simbro, who is also very deserving of the Sons of the Year award, is very involved with the Legion and SAL’s projects and serves as the Squadron 56 Sergeant of the Army. in selecting Mr. Puett. He is a pillow of the Post and one of the most respected Legionnaires in the state. Mr. Puett is scheduled to depart Jackson-Hartsfield airport in Atlanta on May 29 with a group of fellow World War II veterans. “Plans are being made for Hal’s May 28 send-off from Post 56 in Jefferson,” said Bennett.

LOCAL VETERAN WILL BE WWII HONOR FLIGHT HONOREE. Mr. Hal Puett, a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, has been selected to fly to Washington, D.C., on May 29 to visit the World War II Memorial. He is being sponsored by his fellow Legionnaires and members of American Legion Post 56 in Jefferson. Commander Gene Bennett of Post 56 said the Post has been able to secure two seats on the Honor Flight through Honor Flights of Conyers, a “hub” of the Honor Flight Network. Post 56 will provide a volunteer guardian from Post 56 to accompany Mr. Puett and all expenses

for both men will be covered by Post 56. The Honor Flight Network is a nonprofit program created to honor America’s veterans for their sacrifices by flying these American heroes to Washington, DC to visit and reflect at their memorials.

Top priority is given to WWII veterans and to terminally ill veterans. The World War II Memorial was not dedicated until April 2004 which was nearly 60 years after the end of the war. Many veterans have not had the opportunity or resources to visit their country’s tribute to their bravery. Commander Bennett said it was not a hard choice to make

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Dallas Wright constructed a swing arbor and fire pit at West Hall Baptist Church.

Dallas Wright will be honored as Eagle Scout An Eagle Scout Court of Honor will be held for Dallas Wright at 5 p.m. on March 8, at West Hall Baptist Church, located at 5314 McEver Road in Oakwood.

Dallas Wright is the son of Tabitha Wright and grandson of Doug and Helen Wright. He is a member of Boy Scout Troop 228 in Flowery Branch.

Dallas joined Cub Scouts in the fall of 2004 and earned his Tiger Cub Badge in March 2005 and completed his Bobcat Badge in November 2005. Dallas completed the Webelos Badge in March 2008 and the Arrow of Light Award, Cub Scouting’s highest award, in May 2009. During this time, he also earned all 20 Webelos activity badges earning the Webelos Super Achiever Award.

Dallas crossed the bridge into Boy Scouts in May of 2009 and began his climb to Eagle.

He earned Scout Rank in July 2009. This award recognizes the boy’s acceptance of the Scout Oath and Scout Law and his willingness to start learning the skills in Scouting. During this time Dallas served as the troop Scribe. He earned Tenderfoot Rank in August 2009. He completed his Second

Class Rank in January 2010 and his First Class Rank in October 2010. Dallas earned his Star Rank in April 2011 and served as a Den Chief for Pack 206 during 2011.

His Life rank requirements were completed in January 2012. Dallas completed his trail to Eagle in January of 2014. During his efforts to complete the rank, which included earning 10 additional merit badges, planning and executing a significant service project. Dallas has served in a leadership capacity as a Patrol Leader and the Troop Historian.

In addition, Dallas has at least 63 nights of camping and hiked more than 21 miles.

He has earned a total of 24 merit badges and performed more than 43 hours of community service.

For his Eagle Service Project, he design and lead the construction of a swing arbor supporting three porch swings with a brick patio and a fire pit in the center at West Hall Baptist Church to be used by the church members and community organizations using the church’s facilities for meetings.

The arbor and fire pit will provide a place for prayer, worship, study and fellowship.

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OBITUARIES Helen R. Bell

Winder The Paper, March 6, 2014 Clark of Auburn; grandson, Myki Holloway; and aunts, uncles, several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Saturday, March 1, 2014, in the Lawson Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Bob Patterson officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Atlanta Cancer Care, 5670 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Suite 1100, Atlanta, GA 30342.

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Died Feb. 25, 2014 Helen R. Bell, 91, of Bethlehem, died Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2014.

She was a member of Bethlehem First United Methodist Church. She loved the piano and was a self-taught pianist. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie an Emma Smith Morrow; husband, Billie Josh Bell; son, Julian Bell; daughter, Lisa Woodard; a grandchild; and a great-grandchild.

Survivors include her son, Charles W. Bell (Lynne) of Winder; daughters, Clara Allen of Bethlehem, Barbara Goddard (Jerry) of Lilburn, Donna Standridge (Steve) of Hull and Janice Berckley (Ron) of Lake Havasu, Ariz.; 18 grandchildren; 28 greatgrandchildren; and 16 greatgreat-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Friday, Feb. 28, 2014, at Bethlehem First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Parker Benson officiating. Interment followed in the Chapel Christian Church Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were the following grandchildren: Donnie Allen, Russ Bell, Joey Shelton, Jeff Shelton, Greg Bell, Allen Bell, Brant Standridge, Blake Hatch and Josh Hammond.

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Died Feb. 26, 2014 Phyllis Lee Harris, 56, of Winder, died Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014, at her residence.

Born in Athens, she was a daughter of the late James Lee “Nim” and Gladys Beatrice Ward Harris. She had attended East Side Baptist Church.

Survivors include her sisters, Virginia Morgan and Lynn Dial, both of Winder; and a host of other relatives.

A funeral service was held Saturday, March 1, 2014, in the chapel of Carter Funeral Home with the Rev. Greg Porter officiating. Interment was in Barrow Memorial Gardens.

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March 1, 2014 Ella Pearl Bradley, 80, wife of Jackie Bradley, formerly of Looneyville and Spencer, W. Va., died peacefully on Saturday, March 1, 2014, in her home in Bethlehem.

Born Aug. 10, 1933, in Linden, W.Va., she was a daughter of the late Opie and Elizabeth Dye. She graduated from Spencer High School and was part of the marching band under “Doc Brown.”

She was an active member of Linden Chapter of Eastern Star for more than 50 years. Leader of the Linden Happy Worker 4-H’er Club and parent volunteer for the Clover elementary 4-H Club.

She was co-owner of Bradley’s Store in Looneyville. A loving wife, mother of five, grandmother to six, greatgrandmother to seven and loved by many more. She was also preceded in death by siblings, Creed Dye and Peggy Dye Stephens; and son, David Bradley.

Survivors also include her husband of 63 years, Jack Bradley; sister, Lula Belle and her husband Patrick Lowe; children, Margaret Ann Crowe and husband, Lindsey Crowe, Wayne Bradley and wife, Karen Funk Bradley, Melissa Hamlett and husband Bradford Hamlett, and Myron Todd Bradley and wife Linda Grace Bradley.

A small service at the home was held Sunday, March 2, 2014, and a service will also be held in Roane County. Remains will be interred in Epling Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery in Looneyville. In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations sent to Roane County 4-H in her memory.

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Debi Gail Fordham

Died Feb. 26, 2014 Debi Gail Fordham, 46, of Winder, died Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014.

Debi enjoyed going to the beach and the ocean. She was a pharmaceutical tech for Barnes Healthcare. She was preceded in death by her father, Hugh Crowe, and brother, Charles Crowe.

Survivors include her husband of nine years, Philip Fordham of Cochran; mother; Linda Graham; daughter, Rachel Holloway of Reidsville; stepsons Zackary Fordham and Hunter Fordham, both of Cochran; brothers, John and wife Sheri Crowe of Winder, Timmy Crowe, Robert Crowe of Covington, Mitchell Crowe of Loganville, Joseph and wife Kiara Crowe of Dacula; sister, Maria and husband Sammy

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Died March 1, 2014 George W. Kellar, 86, of Oakwood, died Saturday, March 1, 2014, at Autumn Breeze Assisted Living, following an extended illness.

Graveside services were held Wednesday, March 5, 2014, at Memorial Park South Cemetery with the Rev. Bob Carter officiating.

Born in Etowah, Tenn., on Oct. 20, 1927, he was a son of the late John C. and Minnie Kellar. He was a member of Blackshear Place Baptist Church. He had served in the U.S. Army and was owner of Kellar Bonded Warehouse.

He was also preceded in death by brothers, Ernest Kellar and Fred Kellar; and sister, Bonnie Smith.

Survivors include his wife, Betty Mazola Kellar; son, Walter Kellar; stepdaughter and husband, Trish and Mike Zeigler of Flowery Branch; step-granddaughter and husband, Jennifer and Doug Kenny of Cumming; and several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 41 Perimeter Center East, Suite 550, Atlanta, GA 30346, www.alz.org.

Memorial Park South Funeral Home, 4121 Falcon Parkway, Flowery Branch The Paper, March 6, 2014

Ray Maynard

Died March 2, 2014 Ray Maynard, 74, of Winder, died Sunday, March 2, 2014.

He was a member of Winder First Baptist Church.

He started his career with Atlanta Gas Light Company afterward becoming owner of Southwestern Ford in Americus. He was currently a partner in Kidz Academy preschool and loved driving a bus route there. He was a member of the Moose Lodge. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Susie Blizzard Maynard; brother, John Maynard; and sister, Nancy Cotterman.

Survivors include his wife, Patti Maynard; son, Billie Maynard (Tina) of Statham; daughter, Angela Healan (David) of Hoschton; brother, John Maynard; grandchildren, Kristi Hill, Amanda Maynard, Will Maynard and Matt Maynard; and six great-grandchildren, Madissyn, Kole, Kam, Myles, Piper and Millie.

Graveside services were held Wednesday, March 5, 2014, at Barrow Memorial Gardens with Dr. John Talley officiating. Donations may be made to Winder First Baptist Church building fund “Pay Down and Pass On”, 625 Jefferson Highway, Winder, GA 30680.

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Archie Thomas Mulkey

Died March 2, 2014 Archie Thomas Mulkey, 95, of Jefferson, died Sunday, March 2, 2014.

A retired brick mason, he was a member of the White Plains Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Lurlene Johnson Mulkey, two brothers and three sisters.

Survivors include his wife, Helen Copeland Whatley Mulkey; stepchildren, Michael Whatley of Jefferson, Mary Whatley Maddox Couch of Hiawassee and Brenda Whatley Coile of Homer; sister-in-law, Evelyn Clelland Mulkey of Conyers; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 6, 2014, in the chapel of Evans Funeral home with the Rev. Ralph Easterwood, Missionary Bob Johnson and the Rev. Carey Pittman officiating. The burial will follow at 1:30 p.m. in the Floral Hills Memory Gardens in Tucker with grandsons honored as pallbearers.

In lieu of flowers, make memorials to the The Gideons International, P.O. Box 140800 Nashville, TN 37214.

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Charles Stinchcomb

Died Feb. 28, 2014 Charles Stinchcomb, 60, of Jefferson, died Friday, Feb. 28, 2014.

Survivors include his brother, Bud Stinchcomb and wife Barbara of Hoschton; sisters, Johnnie Cole and Richard of Auburn, Martha Bartlett and husband Wallace of Braselton, Sybil Clark of Jefferson, Jackie Sims and husband Phil of Winder and Cathy Greeson of Statham; sister-in-law, Wanda Stinchcomb of Braselton.

He is preceded in death by his brother, R.B. Stinchcomb, and brother-in-law, Billy Clark.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, March 4, 2014, at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Thomas Holmes officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hoschton Church of God of Prophecy, 8187 Pendergrass Road, Hoschton, GA, 30548.

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Thompson; daughters, Kelly Leeann Thompson of Fort Richey, Fla., Kimberly Lynn Salvaggio (Tony) of Bethlehem and Jacquie Jo Overend (Chris) of Bethlehem; son, Gregory William Thompson (Kelly) of Winter Springs, Fla.; brother, Robert Joseph Thompson (Donna) of Terre Haute, Ind.; and grandchildren, Kyle Thompson, Kaley Thompson, Tony Salvaggio, Joey Salvaggio and Taylor Salvaggio.

Funeral services were held Saturday, March 1, 2014, in the chapel of Smith Funeral Home with Pastor Linwood Smith officiating.

Interment was Monday, March 3, in Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Fla. Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, March 6, 2014

Edward Torres

Died Feb. 27, 2014 Edward Torres, 74, of Lawrenceville, died Thursday, Feb. 27, 2014.

Survivors include his wife, Brenda Torres; sons, Edward Torres and Alejandro Torres and wife Dawn, all of

New York; daughters, Tracy Torres of Florida, Cynthia Torres of Lilburn and Delan Torres of Lawrenceville; brothers, Abraham Torres and wife Haydee of Florid, Hector Torres and wife Norma of North Carolina, Rafael Torres and wife Minerra of Forida and Abraham Torres and Liliana of Florida; sister, Jenny Torres of Rhodes Island; and 10 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Tricia Torres, and sisters, Violetta Torres and Sonia Torres. Funeral services were held Sunday, March 2, 2014, in the Lawson Funeral Home Chapel.

Lawson Funeral Home, Hoschton The Paper, March 6, 2014

Vivian Phillips Walls

Died Feb. 28, 2014 Vivian Phillips Walls, 74, of Auburn, died Friday, Feb. 28, 2014 at her residence.

A native of Gwinnett County, she was a daughter of the late William P. and Willie Hester Murphy Phillips. She was also preceded by her husband, Jerry W.

CHURCH NEWS Corner-Stone Church Preschool will hold fall 2014 registration beginning March 6. Corner-Stone Church Preschool is located at 6933 Georgia Highway in Jefferson with Kimberly Rewis as director. Call 678-524-6986 or visit www. corner-stone.org/preschool sss The Senior Adults Group of Northeast Church will hold its monthly covered dish luncheon at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 6. The luncheon will be in the Northeast Church fellowship hall. Come and join the fellowship. Upcoming luncheons wil be April 3 and May 1. For information, contact Minister to Seniors Jacks Chalmers at 706-654-3205 or 404321-1330. sss Mulberry Baptist Church will host a singing at 6 p.m. on Sunday, March 9, featuring Changed 4. Mulberry Baptist Church is located at 5970 Thompson Mill Road in Hoschton. For more information, call 770-534-0023. sss Northeast Church will host a Men’s event, “Cammo & Ammo” Sportsman’s

Walls, on March 5, 2004. Mrs. Walls was a retiree of R & R Manufacturing Company and had resided in Barrow County for most of her life.

Survivors include her siblings and in-laws, Ruth and Calvin Ramey of Lawrenceville, Matrie and Roy Rowe of Dacula, Raymond and Sally Phillips of Tunnell Hill, Jack and Betty Phillips of Dacula, Jerry and Charlene Phillips of Lawrenceville, Truman and Pat Phillips of Auburn, Ruby and Felton Fulcher of Monroe, Ronnie Phillips and Donnie Phillips of Auburn, Gail Phillips of Commerce and Cindy Phillips, Marty and Jackie Phillips, all of Lawrenceville; grandson, Clay Conrad; and a host of other family members.

A funeral service was held Monday, March 3, 2014, in the chapel of Carter Funeral Home with the Rev. Larry Youngblood and the Rev. Josh Landress officiating. Interment was in Barrow Memorial Gardens.

Carter Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, March 6, 2014

Dinner on Saturday, March 15, at 6 p.m.

Hunting enthusiast Jason Cruise will be the guest speaker. He has a passion for the outdoors and sharing his hunting experiences with fellow outdoorsman.

The Skillet Licker’s will provide our music.

The grand prize giveaway is a 2014 Kawasaki Brute force 300 ATV. Tickets are $15. Call the church office at 706-6543205 to purchase tickets. sss A ladies’ Bible study called “He Speaks to Me” by Priscilla Shirer will be offered on Wednesday nights starting March 19 at Northeast Church. The cost of the book is $11. Childcare is provided or all ages. Susie Larkin & Linda Fisher will facilitate the study. This is great way to make new friends and get to know other women in our community. Please contact Northeast Church at 706-6543205. sss Arbor Pointe Church invites the community to a covered-dish lunch and egg hunt on Sunday, April 13. The fun will begin at noon at the Hoschton Depot. Fun, food, games and more. See www.arborpointe.org.

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Bill Thompson

Died Feb. 26, 2014 James William “Billy” Thompson, 73, of Bethlehem, died Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014.

A native of Terre Haute, Ind., he was a son of the late James H. and Mary Weil Thompson. Bill lived a good portion of his life in Florida.

He was a two-time Vietnam veteran, serving as a plane captain in the United States Navy on the USS Saratoga, and he also served during the Bay of Pigs. During the 1960s, Bill worked as a manager for Sun Oil Co., afterwards retiring as a heavy equipment operator for National Steel. He was an active 4-H leader for many years and was a member of numerous car clubs including the Hot Rod Club.

He was a member of Whistleville Christian Church.

Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Connie Banks

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Have you got the time? It’s changing again If you like standard time, then this is the week you better drink it in. On March 9, we will set our clocks forward and begin observing daylight saving time.

Right now, when I leave for work, the sun is starting to rise. Next week, I’ll be driving in the morning darkness.

The good news is it will be light for another hour when I get home.

A lot of folks don’t like changing time. We now do it earlier than ever.

We first began experimenting with time changes during World War I. It was so unpopular that we gave up the whole idea after the war was over.

But we brought it back again in World War II. In fact, it was referred to as “War Time.”

Once again, we stopped the time change after the war ended.

But in 1966, Congress passed a Uniform Time Act. It was administered by the Department of Transportation and had a lot to do with keeping trains on time. It seems some cities and parts of states adopted a summer DST and if you were on a train, the 4:07 might be the 3:07 or the 5:07 depending on the time your destination was observing.

When we passed a nationwide law, several states opted out, including Arizona and Michigan. It seems the majority leader of the Arizona state Senate owned several drive-in theaters and was losing money because he couldn’t start his shows until nearly 10 p.m.

Michigan stayed out of DST until voters approved it in 1972.

From 1970 to 2006, most of Indiana in the Eastern time zone did not observe DST, but the entire state started observing it in April 2006.

Our neighbors in Alabama are mostly in the Central time zone, however, Russell County and its county seat, Phenix City, observe Eastern time be-

Harris Blackwood cause a lot of people work in Columbus, just across the Chattahoochee River.

The Navajo Indian Reservation, which is primarily in Arizona, doesn’t observe DST; neither do the portions that extend into Utah and New Mexico.

The whole time thing can be very confusing. The clock on the computer and cellphone change themselves, as does the clock on the cable TV box.

I’m glad VCRs have become mostly obsolete. Ours used to flash “12:00” all the time.

This whole thing started about trains. The Uniform Railroad Guide in 1966 had a hodgepodge of footnotes about what time trains would arrive or depart, largely because of time changes.

There was a movie called “3:10 to Yuma,” which was first released in 1957 and had a new version in 2007.

There was a title song of the same name.

There was also a train song called “2:10 Train.”

One has to wonder if they were writing about the same train at a different time of year.

The whole time change thing give us something else to gripe about for a season each year. Someone in the Tennessee legislature has proposed doing away with the time change in his state.

It has also been tried in Florida.

I think we should just go back to the old reliable sundial. That might prove awkward on a cloudy day.

We’ll it’s just a thought.

Thank you for your time.

Harris Blackwood is a Gainesville resident whose columns appear weekly.

I’m glad VCRs have become mostly obsolete. Ours used to flash “12:00” all the time.

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A life, and death, of pure speed Their histories, accurate and complete, are lost to time and buried with them and those who knew them. I wish I knew more, for their stories would read like a page-turning novel.

The moonshining trio of Raymond Parks, Lloyd Seay and Roy Hall burst out of the North Georgia mountains from Dawson County in the 1930s to combine Seay’s and Hall’s driving skills with Parks’ business ingenuity in a new sport that would become known as NASCAR. Hall was storybook handsome and dashing while Seay was such a pure, speeding talent that Bill France, founder of NASCAR, said in the 1980s, “Dale Earnhardt is the best driver I’ve seen since Lloyd Seay. Lloyd was the best.”

Seay became what the South loves best — a folk hero of tragic proportions.

As the years have come and gone, his legend has grown, but the historical facts have mostly fallen away. Stories conflict and major pieces are missing. And, really, when you think about it, it shouldn’t be hard to know everything since his life

Ronda Rich was cut short by a malicious bullet to the heart just a couple of months short of his 22nd birthday. He was shot dead by his cousin, Woodrow Anderson, over bags of sugar used to make moonshine.

Here’s what we know and what people mostly agree upon: Seay, as a teenager, began a successful life of whiskey tripping over the curvy mountain roads to Atlanta. He was caught on the few occasions when the law managed to shoot out his tires. Along with his cousins Parks and Hall, he blazed the first trails of stock car racing. On Sept. 1, 1941, he won the sport’s championship at Atlanta’s Lakewood Speedway. He toted home the trophy plus the purse of $450. Within an hour of awaking the next morning, he died minutes after the shot, his blood turning the

Georgia clay into a deeper shade of red.

A few months ago, a friend, Larry Odom, offered a copy of the transcript of the murder trial and, excitedly, I took it.

I thought it would be the law and gospel of what happened on that fateful day but it was not. There were two eyewitnesses to the shooting: Anderson who pulled the trigger, and Seay’s brother, Jim, who was shot in the neck by Anderson. Their accounts differed as much as day differs from night. They agreed only on this: Lloyd Seay was dead, killed by a bullet from Anderson’s gun.

Anderson’s testimony was so perfectly detailed — beginning from the moment he arrived at Jim Seay’s house where he claimed to have shaken Lloyd awake and told him to get up so they could settle the accounting on a recent run of ’shine — that the prosecutor finally recited the children’s poem, “Mary Had A Little Lamb” and asked him to repeat it, since his memory was perfect. Anderson couldn’t.

But, the attorney argued,

Anderson had perfect recall.

“I didn’t see Mary had a little lamb,” Anderson growled. “I seen what happened to Lloyd.”

Anderson contented that the Seay brothers had jumped on him, and he ran to get the gun and shoot them. Jim Seay testified they were in the car when Anderson suddenly started shooting them. Anderson said they carried Lloyd into the house where he died, while Jim Seay said he died on the ground where he had fallen.

There is dispute over Lloyd’s last words. Anderson claimed he said, “Woodrow, I’m sorry for what I did.”

Jim recalled him saying, “Woodrow, why’d you do it?”

Here’s a fact that history has not forgotten for it is entered into the Georgia state records: Woodrow Anderson was found guilty and sentenced to life in prison.

Seay, whose grave is marked with a fancy monument that has his car and photo on it, became a folk hero.

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How to win at Rock Paper Scissors It was like deja vu all over again.

I was out of town, perusing through the wealth of channels on my hotel TV (something us country folk do when we go to the “big city”), when I happened upon a televised Rock Paper Scissors tournament from Britain.

This jogged my memory to a number of years ago when I wrote a column about catching the USA Rock Paper Scissors (USARPS) League championship on A&E. A brief amount of research found that I had recently missed the World Rock Paper Scissors (WRPS) Society championship that was just broadcast on Fox Sports Net. For those of you who didn’t attend eighth grade, Rock Paper Scissors is a hand game used as a selection method, sort of like flipping a coin or drawing straws to determine something. At the count of three, you create one of three gestures: Rock (hand clenched in a fist); Paper (hand flat); or Scissors (two fingers

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Rock crushes scissors, and thus wins; paper cover rock, and wins; and scissors cuts paper, and wins.

All of these very simple rules are spelled out on the World RPS Society website (“Serving the needs of decision makers since 1918”), along with a strategy guide, an online trainer and trading cards of the hottest Rock Paper Scissors celebrities.

At the USARPS championship held in Las Vegas I watched on A&E, the winner took home $50,000 in prize money by besting 300 other contestants. This is not a fictional movie premise from the makers of “Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story” (2004), although it’s about time someone made a decent Rock Paper Scissors film other than

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From what I recall, often the game is played best two-out-of-three. I’ve always been a “Rock” man.

According to the World RPS Society website (www. worldrps.com), that gambit of three straight rocks is called “The Avalanche.”

Three straight papers is called “The Bureaucrat.”

Three straight scissors is deemed “The Toolbox.”

Why? I don’t know. I’ll inquire the next time I go to a frat party at Georgia Tech. Make that first time.

After rediscovering this RPS craze, I decided to revisit the game to see what all the hubbub was about.

My daughter wanted to watch “Law & Order.” My oldest son wanted to watch the Olympics. My youngest son wanted to watch “Duck Dynasty.” I just wanted control of the remote. The perfect opportunity to try a best-of-one Rock Paper Scissors tournament.

I explained the rudimentary rules and our tournament’s seeding. I was seeded first, and thus

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paired in the first round with my 9-year-old son.

I, as is my custom, chose Rock. He just stood there. I moved on to the championship round.

My daughter went with Scissors against her other brother, who clenched his fist like Rock, but stuck his thumb out as well, a clear violation of RPS Rule No. 14-A. He was disqualified, and the title match was set.

Showing the strategic mindset of a seasoned RPS competitor, which she’s not, my daughter went with Paper in the finals. I, of course, chose Rock.

“I won,” she shrieked.

“Paper covers rock.”

“Oh, no, my dear,” I retorted. “Paper can’t hold a heavy rock. The paper breaks. Rock tears paper.

Sorry, but that’s science.”

I took control of the remote, hoping to catch the finals of the World Adult Kickball Association (WAKA) championship.

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Arbor Day is celebrated by the City of Jefferson

The City of Jefferson recognized Georgia’s Arbor Day on Friday, Feb. 21, with a ceremonial tree planting of a gingko tree at Jefferson Academy involving city leaders, students and volunteers with the Jefferson Heritage Tree Council.

With the passing of a shovel, Jefferson Mayor Roy Plott accepted from former Mayor Jim Joiner the ongoing endeavor set forth years ago to recognize Georgia’s Arbor Day and to continue working toward growing tree canopy throughout the community.

Additionally, Jefferson earned its Tree City USA designation for the ninth year in a row, which requires that a city have an established tree board, a tree care ordinance, and a community forestry program that places an annual $2 per capita toward city forest management.

“Jefferson is one of the leaders among the 130 or so cities in Georgia designated in the Tree City USA program,” said Joan Scales, a community forester with the Georgia Forestry Commission, who helps administrate the Arbor Day Foundation’s program statewide. “We’ve worked closely with Jefferson’s leaders over the years and watched this program evolve to include a city arborist, training for city crews involved in maintaining public trees, and educational events throughout the community.”

For more information, visit www.jeffersontreecouncil.org or contact growingupgreen@jeffersontreecouncil.org. For information about the Georgia Forestry Commission, visit http://www.gatrees.gov/ community-forests/

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Jefferson Mayor Roy Plott accepts from former Mayor Jim Joiner the ongoing endeavor to recognize Georgia’s Arbor Day. Jefferson earned recognition from the Georgia Forestry Commission for its ninth year as a Tree City USA. The Jefferson City Council approved a resolution proclaiming Feb. 21 as Arbor Day in Jefferson.

Jefferson students get ‘edu-tained’ by special program

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Jefferson Middle School student, Hunter Ryan, who is in the sixth grade, helped Tim Womick, edu-tainer of North Carolina, illustrate the value of trees during an Arbor Day program on Friday, Feb. 21.

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$15 acrylic painting class by Belinda Harris, at 3 p.m., an $8 pinch pot class by Paula Dyer for all ages and ,at 4 p.m., a $10 art class for all ages by Paula Dyer. All the materials will be provided for the art classes. The same class schedule will be available on Sunday as well. Preregistration is highly recommended because space will be limited in each class. To pre-register, contact Paula Dyer by phone at 1-678-5708780 or email pdyertimes4@ aol.com.

The variety of artists there is what makes the festival so interesting. People come from out of state and from down the road to look, purchase and learn about the many different types of art available.

“I refuse to limit myself to one medium, as many artists do. I enjoy working with a variety of materials, including watercolor, oils and fabrics,” said artist Betty Edwards.

Some local favorites will be there including Autumn Strickland from Danielsville, Belinda Harris from Pendergrass, Betty Edwards, bringing two quilts, Don Byram, Kevin Burchett, Jason Laughinghouse, Brian Wilson and many more. The Jackson County Arts Council will have a booth and local artists will be demonstrating there as well.

“I will have a wonderful blend of old and new work.

I specialize in framed giclee canvas prints and often do landscapes, florals, abstracts and several bird prints,” said Don Byram, owner of Don Byram Art in Commerce.

Byram says that he will have several copies available of his best seller print called “Decisions” which features one female cardinal surrounded by several bright red male cardinals. He was a part of last year’s festival and says that he is excited to be in this year’s show. Before last year’s festival, he had no idea the depth of artistic talent located within 20 miles of Commerce.

Our Town Antiques, located in downtown Commerce, will be representing some great local artists including Marie Elem, Kevin Burchett, Kathy Graybill, Carolyn Simmons, Huey and Anne Wheeler and Patrick Shields and Janice Hall of Georgia Mudcats Pottery.

The artists are encouraged to bring paintings to display, sell and many will be demonstrating their techniques at their booths. There will be refreshments available at the canteen from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. All are welcome to visit historic downtown Commerce and learn of the large variety of art that is available in the south.

“This festival provides the perfect platform to present

a wide variety of artists in exhibition to the community and allows the public and collectors the opportunity to purchase their favorite folk and fine art,” said Perry.

For more information, including the complete list of artists available, visit www. folk-finearts.com.

Students at two local schools got the opportunity to see a unique presentation on Friday in celebration of Georgia’s Arbor Day. Tim Womick, an “edu-tainer” also known as a present-day Johnny Appleseed because he’s spreading the word nationally about the importance of trees, made appearances to speak to fourth graders at Jefferson Academy and sixth graders at Jefferson Middle School on Feb. 21.

With bags of props, a drum and a remarkable sense of humor, Womick entertained more than 400 students during the day with his message about trees providing oxygen, lumber, wildlife, wood products, soil preservation and vital heatabating shade in urban communities.

Womick has been traveling extensively throughout the country speaking to hundreds of schools since dedicating his career to urban forestry education. His visit to Jefferson was made possible by the Georgia Forestry Commission with coordination from the Jefferson Heritage Tree Council (JHTC).

“I looked around the room and Tim had the full attention of the entire audience, even savvy sixth graders,” said Mary Dugan, longtime member of JHTC. “He challenged us to become stewards of trees in our community and to make a difference. Tim made a difference that day, by sharing his enthusiasm with us.”

The benefits of a tree A tree is a very valuable part of our ecosystem and planet. Whether the tree sets on an individual’s land or is in a community forest, each one creates huge benefits for everyone. So many benefits are generated from a single tree; we cannot begin to write them on paper but the most obvious benefits are listed below: • Air quality from oxygen production and carbon dioxide reduction • Erosion control • Animal habitats • Shade cover and wind control • Property values and aesthetics • Recreation use

Sam Ingram Jackson County Ag & Natural Resources Agent

So, while we reap the benefits of these vast plant systems, it only makes sense to celebrate their existence on a global and local level. As National Arbor Day approaches, many local groups are gearing up for festivals and events to celebrate trees. The Jefferson Heritage Tree Council just hosted two events with the Jefferson Academy and Jefferson Middle School, to educate our youth on the importance of trees while also planting a tree on their campus.

The Jefferson Heritage Tree Council is also hosting the third annual Foliage Fest on March 15 that will have great music, wonderful craft vendors and tree sales. You can even pre-order your trees from the council, so you get the exact tree you want.

As we lead up to Arbor Day, take the time to notice the trees in your area and see their beauty and understand their importance in our community.

And if you’re feeling spontaneous, plant a tree for the neighborhood or yourself! Whatever you do to celebrate these mighty plants, make sure you involve a family member or friend so they too can truly enjoy the trees!

For more information on tree orders and Foliage Fest, please visit jeffersontreecouncil.com

Sam Ingram is the Agricultural and Natural Resources Agent for Jackson County Cooperative Extension, 102 Cloverleaf Circle Jefferson, GA 30549 706-367-6345.

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Krystal Britt had a passion for winning that led her and four others to go undefeated for a whopping six years – but she never imagined she’d be inducted into the Jackson County Hall of Fame, which was held on Feb. 16.

“When I received the letter about being inducted into the Jackson County Park and Recreation Hall of Fame, I was a little confused,” said Britt. “I had no idea Jackson County did this. Once I realized it was serious I was overwhelmed. I never realized how big of an impact we had on the community.”

Britt picked up a basketball at a very early age and

after one of her teachers noticed her skill in the game, she realized her potential was unlimited.

“I started playing basketball when I was 8 years old for Maysville Elementary.

I always played in Physical Education until Coach Pastrick, my PE coach, talked my parents into signing me up for rec ball. That was all she wrote,” said Britt. “From that point on, I had a basketball or softball in my hand.”

Britt, along with Gabriele Barnum, Lindsey Daniel Carly Parr and Alex Rubio, were dubbed the “Maysville Fab 5” after winning many county titles as a dominant force in rec basketball for Jackson County Parks and Rec.

There are many life lessons that can be learned from playing any sport but staying unbeaten for such a great length of time certainly gave Britt a new outlook on the way she approached things in life.

“Wayne Parr and James Varnum were our coaches in elementary school and never allowed us to quit. They pushed us beyond the max. I learned to be disciplined on and off the court. I learned if you stick together, practice hard and set the same Britt goals you can accomplish we all found within ourselves anything,” Britt. and never lost sight of it,” “We all have different Britt stated. backgrounds but on the court Despite their age, once we wanted one thing and that the Maysville 5 developed was to win. That is something a habit of winning, they

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“It is an honor to be considered part of the ‘Fab Five’,” said Britt.

Jackson County also honored a number of others that have helped shaped the image and outlook for the rec department, including Bruce Yates, who was a coach, served on the advisory board and now serves as a Jackson County Commissioner supporting Parks & Rec, and Jerry Waddell, whose vision on the Jackson County Board of Commisisoners included better facilities -- one of the reasons why Lamar Murphy Park and Sell Mill Park exist. Jimmy Peck and Daniel Shapland were also honored and served the Parks and Rec Department for more than 20 years.

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GAC ENDS DRAGONS’ SEASON IN ELITE 8 In the final game in Jefferson High School’s nearly 65year old gym, the boys’ basketball team hoped to end the era with a win in the Elite 8. However, Greater Atlanta Christian showed exactly why they are the defending AA State Champions as the Spartans ended the Dragons playoffs run with a 60-47 win.

“To beat a team like GAC, you have to play your best and I thought we played really hard, which I knew we would,” said head coach Bolling DuBose. “We did not shoot the ball well, mainly around the basket but most of that was because they are so big and physical. However, I was really proud of our kids; they kept fighting.”

Both teams spent the opening minutes feeling each other out with neither team able to score for the first two minutes of the game. GAC’s Justin Lewis drew first blood Jefferson’s Satchel Turpin immediately answered with a layup of his own. From there, both teams went back and forth even, trading three pointers.

However, that was as close as the Dragon’s would get as GAC built a seven point lead and never looked back.

The Spartans managed to build on that lead throughout the second quarter as they outscored the Dragons 16-8 including a 9-2 run to end the first half with a 36-21 lead.

“We talked the day before the game about what we wanted to do. We weren’t going to get a lot of offensive rebounds,” Dubose stated.

wouldn’t let that taste out of their mouth.

“The undefeated seasons came from our want to succeed. This carried on into middle school, high school, college and the lives we live now,” said Britt.

Her relentlessness and strong pursuit of the game landed her a scholarship at Emmanuel College. Although she eventually left EC and went on to pursue a medical career, she never truly realized the influence she had on the community and on the game.

“As a child, you don’t think about how things are going to impact your future until you become an adult and realize you have been molded by your childhood,” said Britt.

Shot put and discus thrower Allison Jackson said the Mill Creek High School girls’ track and field team is riding the momentum of last year’s runner-up finish at state and believes this year’s squad has the potential to finish first.

“After finishing second last year, it [challenges] this year’s team to strive harder and go all out. Each and every single last one of us on the track and field team has the power and skills to make it to state and finish first,” said Jackson.

Mill Creek won countless meets last season, many of which they hosted as they had 13 home meets.

The Lady Hawks lost Malayshia George, who now runs track at Clemson University. George won state in the 400-meter dash and the high jump. However, distance runners Lauren Hovis and Hannah Lopez are returning with experience

to guide the younger runners who may not be familiar with the level of completion in AAAAAA track.

Jackson said the squad has developed a hard work ethic that should carry then far this year.

“Our goals are to be determined, push ourselves and to never give up,” Jackson said.

Jackson’s passion for being a track and field athlete along has her fired up for a long season that will allow her to achieve her personal goals.

“What excites me the most about this track season is my mind and my goals I established for myself this year. It’s my senior year so I’m going to try harder than ever before and give it my all. I love throwing and just the sound of that excites me,” said Jackson.

The Lady Hawks placed third in one of its largest meets of the season at the Milton Showcase on March 1 and will return to action March 8 when they host the Jerry Arnold Challenge.

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Jefferson’s Tay Taylor (11) takes a shot against Isaiah Wilkins, son of former NBA star Dominique Wilkins.

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HOOPS SEASON comes to AN end for area teams by latrice williams

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It’s every hoops player’s goal to have a ball in their hands come March but, with such competitive teams, many high school basketball teams were knocked out of the region tournament or the state playoffs earlier than they would’ve liked.

The Lady Panthers of Jackson County Comprehensive High School were knocked out of the region tournament by just seven points by North Oconee. JCCHS was without one of its starting point guards, which may have been the difference.

Head coach Julie McCutcheon recalls the Oconee County game as the season’s best where the Panthers won 64-49 on Jan. 24, attaining the squad’s best all-around performance.

“That was the game where everything came together for us. We had one of our best offensive games and played solid defense with minimal turnovers,” said McCutcheon.

With a young squad, McCutcheon said she expected a few issues along the way this year such as turnovers, but highlighted the team’s competitiveness and understanding of the game that she expects to be carried over into next season and beyond.

“We were very competitive in

almost all of our games as we had many close games. With a young team, you anticipate a high number of turnovers every game and indeed that is what we struggled with the most,” said McCutcheon.

“We are very excited about what the future holds for the Lady Panthers basketball team. As a young team, we were able to gain valuable experience this year in hopes of producing more wins next year.

We have many plans in the spring and summer of continuing to develop our players so that we will be ready when October 2014 gets here,” said McCutcheon.

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With just a couple days of practice to prepare for its season opener, the Jefferson High School tennis teams have fared well since Feb. 6.

Head coach Michael Paul previously said he didn’t feel like his team was at a disadvantage as everyone would be knocking off the rust and the Dragons look like they’ve had a racquet in its hands for quite some time.

“We have to be flexible; the weather is always a factor in the early season [so] we [adjusted],” said Paul.

Paul said the singles and doubles players are doing fairly well with progress being the focus.

“I feel as though we have very balanced teams with both the boys and girls. We have a great deal of experience returning and we are trying to improve daily,” said Paul.

Both teams kicked off the season with a sweep of Franklin County (girls 3-2, boys 5-0) before the Lady Dragons lost 4-1 against cross town rival Jackson County; the boys defeated the Dragons 5-0. They both returned with shutouts over West Hall.

Still, the biggest challenge is ahead as the boys will challenge defending region champion Riverside Military Academy on March 11. The girls will want to keep their region title repeat hopes alive and will be tested today against a strong Rabun County team at 4:15 p.m.

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Reunion Golf Club hosting several events

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The Jackson County Parks and Recreation track and field team will compete today at 6 p.m. at Jackson County Comprehensive High School.

On March 9, there will be multiple adult basketball league games taking place between 1-5 p.m. Call 706-3676350 for more information, including basketball game locations.

The Reunion Golf Club will host a Spring Break Junior Golf Camp April 10. The camp will include two hours of golf instruction, etiquette and rules of the game. Residents can register for $175; non-residents will be charged $190. For details, call 770-967-8300.

There will also be a meet and greet March 7 at Reunion. Menu items include blackened red snapper, chicken parmesan, shrimp po boy sandwich and various sides. Email Kate Cutler at kate.cutler@ reuniongolfclub.com for more information, including dinner time and other special events.

The National Auto Sports Association looks to be the first event to take place at Road Atlanta this year. Street cars such as the American Iron, Endurance Challenges and Spec Miata will be in action. The race is set to be held March 14-16 and tickets are as low as $10 (for members only).

Kids 12 and under will get in free. Fans will be allowed to camp out. Parents can enjoy a day on the track while they drop their kids off at the Teenage Driving School. For more information, including other ticket pricing, the schedule for this event and other future racing events this season, call Road Atlanta at 1-800-849-RACE.

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Picking up where he left off Jefferson’s Max Ford returns to aid one of class AA’s strongest squads “I feel I’m better at pitching. I’ve become smarter as a pitcher instead of going out there and throwing the ball as hard as I can.”

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

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Jefferson High School’s best baseball athlete has returned and is ready to take the season by storm.

Max Ford, a standout who has secured his identity as one of the best players in the state, is committed to the University of Georgia.

Ford boasts an athletic frame, ideal for Division I Pitcher Max Ford baseball and a treat for any Jefferson High School high school baseball coach, especially Tommy Knight.

Georgia, a hand-picked group of Ford, a pitcher, said he’s clock- elite baseball players competing ing in around 86 to 89 miles per among the best in games in Oklahour and is comfortable with that homa.

- for now.

Ford agreed that being in a “Right now I’m fine with those realm where everyone is topnumbers because I’m just getting notch was like examining his back into the swing of things,” game through a microscope.

Ford said.

“Team Georgia is great. It’s Ford led the team in RBI’s with great to meet so many kids from 36 and went 7-0 last year before different teams and play with his season was cut short due to a that level of talent. It was a great rotator cuff injury. experience,” said Ford.

“I feel really good and I’m “It showed some flaws in [my] looking forward to another great game. I’d like to hit a little betyear,” said Ford. “The majority ter this year. On the other hand, of my rehab process was therapy I feel I’m better at pitching. I’ve and working on getting my rota- become smarter as a pitcher tor cuff strong again.” instead of going out there and Ford said he’s not too shabby throwing the ball as hard as I at the plate either, batting a .390 can,” stated Ford. last year as a junior. He doesn’t Ford likes the strength of come off as cautious but said the team’s schedule; the Dragright now he’s more confident ons have two games scheduled at the plate and isn’t pitching as against Wesleyan, one in which much. they’ll play at Georgia Gwinnett If he stays healthy, it could be College on April 9. Ford believes a long season for Jefferson and games like those are an incena nightmare for its opponents; tive.

Ford said getting past the second “[I don’t shy away from a round is certainly a goal and he challenge.] I think those kind of likes their chances. games will get us prepared for “We have a lot of guys back the playofrfs,” said Ford. “Our and were hoping to make a deep team wants to go against the best run in the playoffs and get a state pitching and talent on a team. It ring,” said Ford. helps when we play big teams.”

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Max Ford was named the Defensive Most Valuable Player last year.

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Layson Giles goes up for a tough shot against Washington-Wilkes.

The JCCHS boys had a few accomplishments as well, nearly doubling the squad’s win total from a year ago and finding its rhythm late in the season due to a portion of its roster still being on the football field.

The Panthers finished the season 7-19 with a sweep of Franklin County and a key win over Flowery Branch.

The Mill Creek High School Lady Hawks returned to the postseason after one year of absence but took an early exit in the first round against Roswell. Still it is monumental for the team to return to the playoffs for a program that has had outstanding success since its inception in 2004.

The boys’ team posted a 7-17 record and struggled with the depth of talent in Gwinnett County. The margins of victory put Mill Creek at a disadvantage but has sharp shooters in Scotty Chadwick and Keetone Glover returning next season. The Lady Dragons of Jefferson finished its season in the Sweet 16 against Wesleyan, a team that has won seven state titles in a row.

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“If they got positioned in front of us and made it a jumping contest, they were going to win that because they had so many long kids out there that are a lot bigger than we are,” Dubose stated.

Carter Cofer is our biggest guy at 6 feet and 5 inches; Turpin is 6 feet and four inches; we can jump well but everyone else is 6 feet and 2 inches or shorter.”

GAC limited Jefferson to just seven points in the third quarter and the Spartans managed to score 11 points to increase the lead to 47-28 going into the final quarter.

However, both teams failed to score for the first four minutes of the fourth quarter. When they to scoring, Jefferson managed to outscore the Spartans 19-13 to end the game, but the margin going into the quarter was just too much for Jefferson to overcome.

Dragons hope to boast strong gymnastics team

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

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There are only 63 schools in the state of Georgia with a gymnastics program and Jefferson High School has inked its name to that list. Under the direction of head coach Lori Alexander, JHS will have three girls on the floor this season and sophomore Elizabeth McMullan said she feels privileged to be part of what can be a decorated program in the years to come.

“It is a great honor to be part of the inaugural gymnastics team at Jefferson.

I’m really excited for the season to begin and hopefully make improvements from last year,” said McMullan.

Although a relatively new program, McMullan already gave competitors a glimpse of what’s to come from a team that represents quality not quantity: she wowed the judges last year at Westminster and finished fourth at state. McMullan wants to be standing higher at the podium next year and knows the level of talent in the state will not be easy to get past.

“There is some good competition in Georgia and some have the best gymnasts in the state; I am looking forward to competing against them,” McMullan said.

McMullan, who has been a gymnast for more than a decade and is ranked as one of the top gymnasts in the state, says she finds there is always room for improvement but remains confident in certain areas of her performance.

“I’m more of a power gymnast; I excel in mostly the vault and floor exercise.

For The Paper The Jefferson gymnastics team will have three I’d say I need to work on my beam and presentation,” states McMullan. meets before the state qualifier April 18-19.

The Dragons will open its season March 14 against Locust Grove, Newnan and Northgate. Junior Linsey Sunnycalb and freshman Sara Rogers compete the trio of Lady Dragons gymnasts.

“This season, I am looking forward to competing with my team and doing the best that we can do,” said McMullan.

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Call for local artwork

Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) is issuing a Call to Artists for local artwork to feature in its new Braselton hospital, set to open in Spring 2015. The hospital is looking to purchase artwork created by local artists as well as localespecific artwork in multiple mediums to feature in the new hospital’s public areas.

“Artwork will play an important role in our new hospital for a variety of reasons,” says Anthony Williamson, Vice President of Greater Braselton. “Not only does it create a visually pleasing and cohesive experience for patients and visitors, evidence-based research also has proven that a soothing environment can reduce patient stress and perception of pain and improve patient outcomes. We’ll even use strategically placed artwork to assist with way finding.”

Williamson says NGMC hopes to purchase more than 60 local pieces for the new hospital. Mediums can include oil, acrylic, pastel, watercolor, glass, mosaic tile, photography, fabric, metal and mixed media. The artwork should depict recognizable familiar landscapes, including orchards, waterscapes, florals and garden scenes that represent the local geography and topography.

Images should be full color spectrum depicting sunny days.

“Our Art Committee’s goal statement is to create a master planned integrated art program that reflects the diversity and unique beauty found in Northeast Georgia through awe inspiring views of nature,” says Williamson.

“Thus, we’re seeking art that will complement our serene, warm, natural environment while supporting our way finding plan and creating ‘Wow!’ moments.”

Preference will be given to artists living or working in the local area, to include Hall, Jackson, Gwinnett and Barrow counties.

“Local participation has been a priority goal for us throughout the construction of Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton, and that commitment extends to our selection of original artwork,” says Williamson.

The deadline for submissions is March 31. For submission guidelines and more information, visit www.distinctiveartsource.com/callfor-artists/call-for-artistsnortheast-georgia/

HIKING TREK WITH BULLI With Forest Manager Bill Lott, hiking club treks into Thompson Mill Forest Arboretum in Braselton

By FARAH BOHANNON

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Involvement with Brenau University Learning and Leisure Institute, better known as BULLI, is an incredible thing. Not only does it offer a variety of courses for its members to enjoy, but there are several other perks such as domestic and international travel opportunities, use of the Brenau Library, Brenau Fitness Center with a student rate, field trips, event programming, dinner and lunch meetings and a hiking club that meets the second and fourth Fridays of each month.

The hiking club welcomes all levels of fitness and meets at 8:30 a.m. in the BULLI parking lot unless stated otherwise.

As the temperatures begin to rise and spring makes its way to Georgia, the members of the BULLI hiking club are excited to get outside and explore various trails throughout the northeast part of the state. It’s an excellent way to immerse oneself in the great outdoors, soak in some vitamin D and to spend time with a cherished group of friends. The members of both the Gainesville and Braselton branches of BULLI have become a tight-knit group who cherish one another and they are still interested in newcomers. They truly are open to anyone who wants to be involved in learning, leisure, hiking and more.

BULLI member Polly Elliott took on the role of organizing the

hikers in the BULLI hiking club, which she said has been an unforgettable experience for her.

“The hiking club is one of the great perks of being a part of BULLI. You do have to be a member of BULLI to join this specific club, but we hope it serves as an incentive to join this amazing organization. BULLI hiking club literally saved my life and I am grateful for the friendships I’ve made,” said Elliott.

The BULLI hiking club hikes vary. Some are fairly easy and take place at the Athens Botanical Gardens or the Thompson Mill Forest Arboretum in Braselton, while the more strenuous ones take place on mountain and lake trails in north Georgia. Not everyone goes on every hike because there are those who prefer easier hikes and some

who await a challenge. There is no pressure to participate in anything that is uncomfortable or intimidating -- the hikes are meant to be fun and enjoyable.

“Regardless of the difficulty however, what you find in the hiking group is an easy camaraderie, laughter and friendship. They encourage and support each other on the trail and off,” said the writer of the spring 2014 BULLI-tin.

On Friday, Feb 28, the BULLI hiking club convened at the Thompson Mill Forest Arboretum in Braselton for a morning of exercise, learning and fun. The weather conditions were near perfect -- 50 degrees, sunny and low humidity. Bill Lott, tree extraordinaire, hiked with the group and educated them about the different types of trees and the history of the arbore-

tum. He discussed the trees from all over the world, showed everyone the new trees along the trails, answered questions and more.

“I’m glad this group came to hike today,” said Lott during the hike.

“It really is the perfect day to be outside.”

The BULLI hiking club offers a valuable educational experience in addition to hiking -- and we can’t forget the friendships and memories that are made.

“BULLI changed my life for the better,” said avid member Helen Lieth. “When my husband passed away several years ago, I didn’t know what to do. I didn’t know if I needed to move to Connecticut to be closer to my daughter or stay in a place that was home to me.

BULLI was the reason I stayed in Georgia because of the wonderful friends I’ve made.”

Lieth said she believes that BULLI has allowed her to participate in things that she never would have done on her own.

“The courses I’ve taken through BULLI have been wonderful. The professors are knowledgeable and I love enjoying the courses without taking tests. I can truly enjoy them.

The hiking club is nice as well, because I can spend time in nature with some of my dearest friends.

We also enjoy treating ourselves to lunch afterwards,” said Lieth.

For more about BULLI and current registration for spring offerings, visit www.brenau.edu/lifetimestudy

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Forest manager Bill Lott, far L, with members of the BULLI Hiking Club who hiked trails of the Thompson Mill Forest Arboretum on Feb. 28.

Friends of the Braselton Library: New program, new honor, new look for AFTERWORDS Store The Friends of the Braselton W. Jackson Library will welcome Tom Gill, author of “Growing up Rich in South Georgia,” as guest speaker for the March 12 Lunch and Learn meeting to be held at the Community Room of the Braselton Police Building.

The program begins at 11:30 a.m. with soup and salad served at a cost of $6. RSVP by calling 678968-5423.

Gill grew up as a child of a sharecropper family in South Georgia. While he grew up in hard times, he had a loving home and parents that taught him a code of conduct that has carried him from South Gill Georgia to the United States Army serving in Vietnam where he earned the Bronze Star.

That same code prevailed while he served ten years with the U. S. Army, assigned to the White House Communications Agency. During that period of time he served Presidents Johnson, Nixon, Ford and Carter. Traveling throughout the United States and the world with these presidents, his upbringing became a source of strength while caring out his duties.

Now retired, Tom lives in Jefferson with his wife and dog.

Friends of the Library welcomes members and volunteers to be involved at AFTERWORDS Store. Volunteer chairman Marilyn Deal can be reached by calling 770-289-7224 or e-mailing mmdeal@bellsouth.net

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Dorothy Drake is one the volunteers helping to man AFTERWORDS Store which recently underwent some design changes. More volunteers are being recruited.

The Friends of the Braselton-West Jackson Library has officially been changed its in-library store name to AFTERWORDS Store.

The word café has been eliminated, however, beverages and snack items will still be sold. Look for the new signs with the store name and the Friends logo to appear on the store door and window soon.

AFTERWORDS Store recently underwent some big changes in an effort to better use very limited space.

“The professional design ladies, Jane Pignolet and Mary Allen from Inspired Designs, did an excellent job of staging the store,” said Dorothy Drake on behalf of the

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By Dan Aldridge, President I am elated to be able to announce that Friends of the Braselton-West Jackson Library, Inc. has been named as the 2013 Fabulous Friends, which is an annual award given by Friends of Georgia Libraries (“FOGL”) to the best Friends organization in the State of Georgia. Our organization was the unanimous choice of the Board of FOGL to receive this prestigious award.

Our amazingly large cast of enthusiastic members (lifetime and annual), dedicated and energetic volunteers, supported by Piedmont Regional Library and many local business, made this achievement possible. A big thank you to each and every one of you.

The award will be presented on April 25 at the spring meeting of FOGL at the Athens-Clarke County Library on Baxter Street. In addition, our board will be planning a celebration event to be held in Braselton. We will send you details of this event as soon as they are available.

Also, be looking for our Winter 2014 Newsletter, which will come out in the next several days to update you on some of our other exciting news and upcoming events. Finally, don’t forget to check our website for our March Member Benefits being offered by Monterrey Mexican Grill, with others to follow.

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Romantic overhaul needed for dead-end marriage Dear John: My wife “Linda” and I are approaching our 19th anniversary.

We are at a dead end in our relationship.

We are both in our mid40s, with high-pressure professional careers: Linda is a director of human resources, and I am a professor of music at a local college.

We support each other’s careers and share housework and family responsibilities, but lately I’ve realized that we’ve been putting up with each other just to keep the home running.

We don’t really display intimacy or real love toward each other.

Linda resents the fact I stand up to her on certain issues regarding our children and our relationship. She feels I have grown to hate her.

On top of this, we have not had sex in the past two years.

— Troubled Marriage, in Spokane, Wash.

Dear Troubled Marriage: When a couple regularly makes love, they generate the connection needed to give meaning to their lives

— for just the two of you.

Write her a letter that reminds both of you of the reasons you fell in love with your wife and still love her to this day. Read it to her the first night of your getaway.

John Gray together.

Sometimes, familiarity can put a strain on passion.

If we go a while without passion, the relationship may start to feel meaningless.

Your marriage has entered an emotional “winter” — when there is a distancing, both physically and emotionally.

Unfortunately, if the physical frost cannot be broken, no emotional warming will occur. Unlike nature, we have to instigate our own emotional “spring.”

Your relationship needs a romantic overhaul. This means time away from routine in a setting that allows for real romance. If your marriage can be saved, take the ball and run with it.

Line up a babysitter and book a long weekend away

Dear John: I recently got in trouble with the law.

I won’t go into details, but since then, my wife has been on my case to change my behavior, my attitude and just about everything else she can think of.

I’m trying my best, but I cannot change fast enough.

Because of this, she has threatened to call it quits.

Deep in my heart, I still love her although I know I have not demonstrated this to her as best as I can.

I want our marriage to last for a long time. I’m 37, and I want to try to do the right thing.

How can I explain to her that it will take time for me to change? — Puzzled, in Albuquerque, N.M. Dear Puzzled: Your wife’s ultimatum is a “delayed reaction response” to her frustrations over your problems.

Although you’ve made attempts to change, a recent crisis might have reinforced all of her previous concerns.

If you have indeed stopped the offensive behavior, she should demonstrate her support and appreciation. On the other hand, if she has set her limit on how much she will deal with your problems, and you have not resolved the issue in a manner she can accept, I support the concept of you both separating until you are able to do so.

Sometimes, our greatest motivation is regaining that which we’ve just lost: In this case, it would be her love.

If she does not stand strong on this issue, you will never change. Use her show of strength as a standard for your own.

Dear John: It bothers me that my boyfriend, “Austin,” is having trouble finishing up his undergraduate degree.

I don’t care as much about the diploma as I do his lack of energy in finishing what he has already started.

I know Austin is highly

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intelligent, and he entered college on his own free will.

I don’t want to nag him, but since I am a few years older and have received my degree, I feel like I should be helping him to obtain his.

How do I approach him without seeming pushy and patronizing? — College Counts, in Columbia, S.C. Dear College Counts: While a college degree may provide the key to success for some people, for others it is not necessarily the doorway to their futures.

Thousands of people have made significant accomplishments to our world without a college degree. This may be the case with Austin.

Whether he wants to finish school is his decision alone.

To love someone is to accept who he is. It is in the dating stage that we find out whether someone is right for us for the long run. If you are troubled by what you see today, don’t reinvent the man you have; go out and find the man you really seek.

Dear John: I’m always puzzled when my husband

does little if anything around the house to help with simple chores like cleaning up after dinner.

We both work, and we’re both tired by the time we get home. But he seems to regularly zone out in front of the TV and leaves the household work to me. — Both Breadwinner and Housekeeper, in Santa Monica, Calif.

Dear Both: Many things women do naturally — taking on chores without being asked, buying little gifts, giving compliments — do not come naturally to many men.

Such men may need a little encouragement. We all want to be recognized for our good deeds, and we respond to recognition with the resolve to perform other generous acts.

A woman can motivate a man to take on these attributes by rewarding him with the same kind words and actions she would expect.

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Community Happenings Thirsty Thursday Paint Party.

The Crawford W. Long Museum will host a Thirsty Thursday Paint Party taught

by Masterpiece Mixers on March 6 from 7-9 p.m. Call the museum at 706-3675307 to reserve your canvas and get more information or visit www.mainstreetjefferson.com.

Strategic planning session. The Braselton Town Council will hold their annual Strategic Planning Session from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, March 7, in the large conference room of the Planning & Public Works building located at 4986 Highway 53.

Jackson County GOP meeting.

The Jackson County Republican Party will hold its monthly meeting on Saturday, March 8, at 7:30 a.m. at the organiation’s new office on the second floor of the Polaris Building in Braselton.

Guest speakers will be Derrick Grayson, a candidate for U.S. Senate, and Fitz Johnson, a candidate for State School Superintendent. All are invited to come and meet the candidates an ask questions. Chicken and sausage biscuits, coffee and water will be provided by

State Reps. Regina Quick and Tommy Benton.“Informed voters make the best choices,” said Jackson County GOP chairman Ron Johnson, who can be con-

tacted at 770-310-4515 or chairman@windstream.net.

Visit them on Facebook or at www.jacksongop.org Ribboncutting. A Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 10, at Wing Slingers Grill located at 115 Towne Center Parkway in Hoschton.

Friends of the Braselton-West Jackson Library Lunch and Learn.

Tom Gill, author of “Growing up Rich in South Georgia,” will be the speaker for the March 12 Lunch and Learn meeting in the Community Room of the Braselton Police Building. The program will begin at 11:30 a.m. with soup and salad served at a cost of $6. To RSVP, call 678968-5423.

Fundraiser for Jackson County Certified Literate Community Program. Are You Smarter Than a 10-Year-Old? That is the question which will be answered March 13 as nine teams of three adults compete to see who is smarter.

Admission is free for the 7 p.m. event to be held at Jackson EMC. There will be a silent auction at this first-

ever event. For further information on the fundraiser or about the Certified Literate Community Program which helps provide free classes in adult basic education, GED

and ESL/Citizenship classes, call 706-335-9549.

Head shaving fundraiser. The Jefferson Fire Department is organizing its 5th annual St. Baldrick’s Foundation event in downtown Jefferson from 4-10 p.m. on March 14.

Hosted by Mama’s 5 Sons Italian Grill, the event will take place on the square with live music by 82 Spur.

“In this event, we raise money to shave our heads to stand in solidarity with kids fighting cancer and help fund life-saving research,” said Capt. Michael Boehlke of the Jefferson Fire Department. You can help by shaving in solidarity, donating, volunteering and spreading the word. Visit StBaldricks. org or call 888-899-BALD or go to facebook.com/ stbaldricksfoundation. For more information, contact a member of the Jefferson Fire Department or visit ClickThePaper.com Rockin’ Braselton to celebrate the reopening of a completed downtown. Rockin the Green, a 5K sponsored by the Braselton DDA, will be held at 8 a.m. on Saturday, March 15, starting at Braselton Brothers Store. During the following week, a number of downtown businesses

will be offering games as a part of the celebration.

From March 18-20, a Rock

the Chalk sidewalk chalk art contest is planned. From 6-7 p.m. on March 20, help Rock the Champs to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the JCHS Basketball Team State Championship win.

A reception honoring the 1964 champs will be held in the gym at West Jackson Primary School – the same location where these rock stars practiced and played 50 years ago. Braselton High School and Jackson County alumni have a special invitation to attend. If you have any memorabilia you are willing to share, contact Rick Sanders at rsanders@jacksoncountygov.com or Amy at apinnell@braselton.net For more information, go to www.DowntownBraselton. com Relay For Life yard sale.

A community yard sale benefiting Relay For Life of Braselton-Hoschton will be held Saturday, April 5, at the Hoschton Depot from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Booths measuring 12x16 will be available for $15. Regional nonprofit groups with trucks will be waiting to receive unsold items vendors do not wish to take home. No food vendors and no retail sales will be permitted. Registration forms are available at www.

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Continued from 3B Friends. “They worked long and hard and moved everything (they even rounded up a few dust bunnies along the way). We are so grateful for their assistance. The store looks great – bigger and brighter and better. AFTERWORDS Store now has a more spacious feeling and even has a cute kid’s corner at L. “We are very pleased with Jane’s and Mary’s work. The fact that they donated their time and talents to AFTERWORDS Store was an extremely generous donation,” said Drake. “They were a delight to work with and always considerate of our requests and input.”

PORCH BOOK SALE The Friends annual book sale on the porch of the Braselton-West Jackson Library will be held April 23-26.

If you would like to donate books or help for two hours, please contact Janet Boe at 770-904-0167.

Book sale hours will be from 1-5 p.m. on Wednesday, April 23; from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 24; from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, April 25; and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 26.

State Botanical Garden hosts March 11 conservation lecture

By FARAH BOHANNON

fbohannon@clickthepaper.com

On Tuesday, March 11, authors Jim and Linda Hunt will present the first conservation lecture at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia. This is sure to be an informative and enriching event led by a husband and wife who will team up to recreate their book character’s journeys across 19th century America and discuss the wonders and difficulties they experienced.

Linda is the bestselling writer of Bold Spirit: Helga Etsby’s Forgotten Walk Across Victorian America (Random House: Anchor Books), which is a book that won the national Willa Cather Literary Award for non-fiction, the Pacific Northwest Booksellers Award, and the Washington State Book Award.

Jim wrote Restless Fires:

Young John Muir’s Thousand Mile Walk to the Gulf in 1867-68 (Mercer University Press). He is also a professor of history emeritus at Whitworth University in Spokane, Washington.

Both books showcase the arduous journeys of 19th century Americans who walked to show their commitments to the value of the natural world. They both researched their book’s characters who walked 3,500 and 1,000 miles in order to save a family farm and explore all aspects of botany. There are both struggles and wonders that occur during these treks that are sure to offer valuable learning experiences and a glimpse of the hardships people endured centuries ago.

The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a wine tasting reception followed by Jim and Linda Hunt’s presentation at 7:30. The evening will conclude with book signings.

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Auditions for the Jefferson Community Theatre production of “Annie.” Auditions will be from 1-6 p.m. on March 16 and from 6-8 p.m. on March 17. You only need to attend one audition date and you do not need to be present the entire audition time. Please be prepared for dance, voca, and acting auditions. Songs allowed for vocal auditions include Easy Street, Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile and Maybe.

Callbacks will be from 1-6 p.m. on Sunday, March 23.

Those called back will be contacted via email. Bring all known summer conflicts.

A cast meeting and read through will be Sunday, April 13, and rehearsals begin April 21. For more information, visit www.jeffersoncommunitytheatre.com or visit the Facebook page.

Fundraiser for The Tree House.

The Tree House’s A Night of Hope For Children, the 16th annual live and silent auction and dinner, will be held Friday, April 4, at the Winder Community Center.

Experience an evening of elegance and fun while supporting the mission of The Tree House at the nonprofit’s largest fundraiser of the year. The Tree House serves Barrow, Banks, and Jackson County by reducing the occurrence and impact of child abuse through counseling,

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educating, supporting and nurturing children and families. Sponsorships are available at $1,000, $500, $250 and $100. Tickets are $35. Contact The Tree House at 770-868-1900 for more information.

Jackson County Citizens Police Academy. Applications are now being accepted for the spring 2014 session of the citizens police academy presented by Andy Garrison and the law enforcement leaders of Jackson County.

The class meets on Monday evenings from 6-9 p.m.

Tuition for the program is $60. Email Andy Garrison at AndyG171@gmail.com or call him at 706-369-1830 to receive an application. Class size is limited so apply soon.

The first session begins on March 25.

Low cost, spay/neuter. Leftover Pets offers low cost spay/neuter surgeries at the clinic located at 610 Barrow Park Drive in Winder. March clinic days are Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Prices are $85 for a female dog over 25 pounds, $65 for a female dog up to 25 pounds, $55 for a male dog or a female cat and $35 for a male cat. A $5 discount is offered for those no older than 5 months. Surgery prices include a free rabies vaccination. No fees are added for pets in heat or pregnant animals. Visit http://www. leftoverpets.org. Appointments are required so call 800-978-5226.

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Must have good written and verbal communication skills with external and internal customers, with a strong customer service/satisfaction drive. Need these skill sets to succeed: commitment, attention to detail, organization, teamwork, and ability to multi-task in fast-paced environment.

Applicants should be experienced in online advertising, familiar with interpreting and explaining metric data, comfortable with softwares and technology, capable of sharing their knowledge with others and excited about selling one of the best news Web sites in the state.

We offer a competitive salary & bonus plan as well as comprehensive benefits package.

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EOE/M/H Full & Part-Time Jewelry Sales Staff Needed. Some jewelry experience helpful. Only mature, self starting individuals need apply. Gainesville Jewelry, 1020 Jesse Jewell Parkway, 30501.

The all New Thunder 104..3 fm radio station featuring Country Rock, Southern Classic & Classic Rock is seeking self-motivated SALES PERSONS to sell radio spots to businesses in Lumpkin, Dawson, Forsyth and Hall Counties. Seasoned persons with previous successful sales or sales management experience are preferred, but recent college grads or students who are obtaining or have Marketing, Management or Communications degree are encouraged to apply. We have full and part-time positions.

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Cash daily. Call Mr. Baker.

678-971-5302 APPLY TODAY/ INTERVIEW TODAY Driver and Driver Helpers needed!

Must be 21 yrs old! No Experience Necessary.

Will Train. Must have a good MVR. Potentially $18 hr. Ask for Tommy 678-456-9190 DISPATCHER with Class A-CDL license/light mechanical abilities. Must pass DOT physical & drug screen. Work night shift weekends, off Mon & Tues. E-mail: david@ leonjones.net or call 770-887-6117 DO YA! DO YA! DO YA! Wanna Dance!! No Exp Needed. Call Sunny, 770-536-3759 Top of Gainesville FT/PT, people skills important.

Apply in person: Play it Again Sports, 1080 Dawsonville Hwy, Gainesville.

HANDYMAN/PT High-end Rental Home Company.

770-532-7545 xt405 R&D Maintenance Service, INC. is currently accepting applications for Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Laborer Positions. Must be at least 18, have a valid driver’s license and pass a drug screen. Apply in person from 8:00am3:00pm at 1025 Buford Dam Rd, Buford, GA 30518. EEO

Office/Clerical OFFICE ASST. Must have 4yrs recent exp with QuickBooks.

Excel, Word & Power Point a must, bilingual a plus. Do not apply unless you meet all mentioned qualifications. FAX resume: 770-965-4153

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Medical Considering a pharmacy technician career: NewTech Training in Cleveland, GA. offers an abbreviated ten week (20 hour) class for those who would like to prepare for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board national exam. We offer an introduction to this pharmacy profession in a course that does not require a substantial financial nor time commitment. The pharmacy technician field continues to grow and job opportunities are expected to be good. New class starts April 7th. For more information call 706865-0182 WE’RE READY WHEN YOU ARE. REGISTERED NURSES Are you ready to work for a progressive healthcare organization?

If so, discover Northridge Medical Center. We currently have the following new opportunities available for RNs: RNs - Geri-Psych Unit, ICU and Medical Surgical Unit. Full time day positions!

RN CASE MANAGER - Must have 3-5 years experience Are you ready to make a difference? We offer competitive salaries, PTO, 401(k), medical, dental, vision benefits and the place for you!

To learn more, please email your resume to: jjones@northridge mc.com EOE/M/F/D/V Drug Free Workplace

Misc. Help Wanted THE TIMES SINGLE COPY & HOME DELIVERY DEPARTMENTS are seeking independent contractors for future route delivery in HALL & THE SURROUNDING COUNTIES. Must be 18 or older w/ valid driver’s license & insured vehicle. Must be able to work early morning hours. Must have reliable vehicle and backup substitute.

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IMMEDIATE OPENINGS WELDERS and ASSEMBLERS (1st & 2nd Shift) Jefferson, GA. Apply in person Monday-Friday, 8am3pm at 1001 McClure Industrial Dr., Jefferson, GA 30549 706-387-1068 LOOKING FOR A NEW CAREER IN 2014 Select Staffing is now hiring for several positions near you!

Production Warehouse Buford, Gainesville, Pendergrass and Winder areas Seeking several candidates for longterm, temporary assignments working in production warehouse environments. Must be willing to work various shifts. Pay: $7.50-$9/hr.

Several shifts available.

Bilingual Spanish a plus.

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Experienced Production Line Assemblers Gainesville area Assembly of power tools using pneumatic hand tools. Requires excellent quality workmanship, attention to detail, ability to speak, read, and write English, and ability to read assembling instructions.

Criminal background check and drug screen required. Employer participates on E-Verify Program. Apply online now at www. selectstaffing.com, then call 770-536-1122 to book an appt.

Pay: $10/hour. 304 Pearl Nix Parkway, Gainesville, GA 30501

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Restaurant Help Service Personnel: Carl House venue looking for trained Banquet Servers, Captains and PT Chefs.

Positive, hardworking, candidates only. Send resume & 3 wk ref. to manager.hr7@gmail No calls please.

Security AMERICAN SECURITY will be accepting applications for Full-time & Part-time Security Officers.

Applicants must have a clear criminal history record. Apply in person Mon thru Fri, 8am-3pm at the security office at Pilgrim’s , 949 Industrial Blvd, Gainesville, GA E.O.E.

Technical F/T MARINE SERVICE TECHNICIAN Prefer exp with Yamaha, Merc & Volvo. Benefits pkg includes med, dental, paid holidays, vac, 401k. Apply in person at: Gainesville Marina, 2145 Dawsonville, Hwy, Gainesville, GA 30501

Trades Commercial Cabinet Co. seeking *CNC ROUTER OPERATORS *CABINET BUILDERS *SOLID SURFACE FABRICATORS Contact Brannon 770-932-2226 ext 111.

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Truck Drivers CDL -CLASS A. Flat Bed. Exp’d. Home most nights. 770-560o2720 FT/PT CLASS A-CDL DRIVERS To haul feed/grain and/or live chickens in Gainesville, GA. Must have 2yrs verifiable t/t exp. and good MVR. Night Shift, Local positions, home daily, company benefits. Call 804-784-6166 Hiring: OTR DRIVERS 2yrs Experience.

Weekend work req’d.

Call 678-989-0506 SEEKING CDL DRIVERS with 3yrs exp. for S.E. region. Must provide MVR. 770-983-7477

Warehouse WAREHOUSE UNLOADERS NEEDED Capstone logistics is hiring for unloaders!

5:30am shift. Production Pay averaging $10$15/hr. Paid training provided. Must be able to lift 75+ lbs and pass drug and background screening. MUST Apply online! at www. capstone.jobs and search “REQUISTION” 3185

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Musical Instruments ACOUSTIC GUITAR - Alvarez. Like New $150. Guitar Case Free.

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4 TIRES- Bridgestone.

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215 65 R15. $45ea.

4 Wheels -15” . $20 ea.

Mobility Scooter . 4 wheel, Lots of extras.

Like New! $1500 706-693-4520

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Tickets

HOUSES & APTS. Avail in Gainesville & Hall Co. The Simpson Co. 770-532-9911 N. HALL- 3.2, clean, Like new. $850/mo 678316-9716

Antiques/ Collectibles

ELECTRIC MOBILITY SCOOTER, 4 Wheel, 500 lb. capacity, less than 2 years old, many great features, showroom cond. $3,600 list price. Asking $1,750 706-693-4520

BUYING: “MASTER” Badges & Practice Round Tickets”. Paying top dollar. 770-266-6980

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1800’s Cannonball Rope Bed. $350. Call Cell: 505-670-7621

EZ GO 2009 - Golf Cart Fully equipt, new batteries & paint. $3300.

678-316-1051

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Oakwood - 2/1.5, yard very safe, H/A $645$725. 678-357-5044

Appliances

FIESTA PONTOON BOAT, 18FT, w/ 50 HP Mercury motor, like new, w/ less than 75 hrs on motor, like new trailer, all for $4,900 firm; 54 hp. Kubota TRACTOR, w/ 5ft bushhog, double disk, scoop bucket, & a Rollover box blade, all for $9,000. 770-9831873

Stuff

WASHER & DRYER Kenmore. Exc Cond. $250. 770-983-1507 Washer/Dryers Stoves & Refrig.

Mattresses.

Refrig $125-$550.

Washers/Dryers from $125. We do Appliance & Service Calls!

678-714-0493

Cemetery Lots for Sale 4 Cemetery Plots Memorial ParkFloral Garden section.

770-654-3048

Furniture Beautiful Cherry 6ft Drop- leaf Table w/2 extension leaves & pads; 6 professionally restored Chairs.

Pennsylvania House circa 1940’s. $1200.

770-531-0504

PIERCE’S PINE STRAW - Open Daily 8am-4pm.

Weather permitting .

We will Not Be Undersold.

Quality For Quality!

1507 Martin Luther King Blvd., Gainesville, GA Across from The Tire Barn. Grade #2- $2.90 per bale. Deliver $3.50 per bale. We also have grade #1 for $3.25 per bale picked up.

678-617-0403 770-536-4005 QUEEN SET- Pillow-Top, Brand New! $175. Still in plastic. Delivery avail.

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DINING ROOM SET Thomasville. Oak (table, 4 chrs & china cbnt) $2500; Reclining Love Seat. La Z Boy $500; Computer Desk & Hutch Thomasville $250; 2 Platform Rockers & Foot Rests. $75 ea. ; Sofa Table- Thomasville $100; 770-967-6647

-SALEChina Cabinet/ Hutch w.lights-4dr.Oak Good Cond.- Firm $525 Frigid./bottom freezer, Amana 20 cu. ft. bl. text.

Excellent Cond. $475 55g fresh.w. Aquarium all access.-used $75 Call after 6 pm 678-522-4834

SOFA- Nice, comfortable, olive jewel green, $125 678-617-9492.

TANNING BED for sale.

32 bulb Commercial Bed with 20 minute timer. $1000 706-652-2508

Lawn Equipment

Used EZ GO SPORT 2+2 Golf Cart.

Excellent condition, lift kit, off road style tires, upgraded charger, new batteries, rain/cold weather gear. $3800 678-227-8915

36in. COMMERCIAL WALK-BEHIND MOWER w/ carriage, 23 HP eng., hydrostatic steering, used 5 hrs, always garaged, $1,900. 770531-1463

BEAGLE- (5) Thats Running.

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1Bedroom furnished.

North side, close-in.

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ApartmentsUnfurnished 3BR/2BA. $125wk.

No pets.

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Spring Valley 1BR/1BA $650 up 2BR/2BA $750 up Brandon Place 2BR/2BA $700 Efficiency Apt $490 www.GainesvilleGa Apartments.com Jacky Mathis 678-779-2687 SARDIS AREA- 1BR/1BA. All appls. No smoking/ pets. Rick, 770-654-4559

Condominiums For Rent 2BR /2BA Furnished. $1050. Lake Shadow.

404-216-6399

Duplexes For Rent PINE FOREST in Oakwood. 2BR/1BA $695mo. 770-287-1456

Houses For RentUnfurnished $0 Application Fee Free Rent until April 1st 3BR/2BA Homes From$699 a month Sun Homes 888-246-2803 Countrysidelake lanier.com EHO WAC

Mobile Homes For Rent 2BR/1BA, Lula, $110/ wk + $300 dep. No pets.

706-654-0958 2BR/2BA In country.

Habersham cnty. $1000 move in. 770-883-7683 CLERMONT- 2BR/2BA $155/wk. Free heat/ water. 770-654-4073 REDUCED RATE Free Rent Starting at $85/wk. N & S Hall & Gainesville.

770-534-7596

Roommates Wanted ROOMMATE Hwy 53 West. Gainesville Cable/Utils included. $365mo. No smoking 678-689-8821

Rooms For Rent 1BR For Rent Also Furniture For Sale 678-992-3952

Homes & Real Estate

Wheels Autos For Sale LINCOLN 2204 LS. 110,000 mi.

Excellent condition, automatic, 4-door, air conditioner, cruise control, power locks, power seats, power steering, power windows, rear window defroster, driver airbag, passenger airbag, alarm, abs, fog lights, child safety latch, sunroof, cassette player, cd changer, cd player, am/fm/ radio, includes Ext Warranty Through Nov 2014. $5,250/ obo.

Contact Glenn, 678-687-8114 glennaustin@wind stream.net

Motorcycles BMW 2001 1200LT, 47k miles, good cond, must sell, $4,000.

706-865-0084 H/D 1964 Pan Head.

Tight motor & reblt tranny. $6500/firm. 706949-8003, 9am-9pm HONDA 2004 VTX. 1800 ONLY 7700 MILES GARAGE KEPT MANY ACCESSORIES. 4950.00. CALL 706-2156979

Trucks CHEVY 2005 Colorado.

Looks great. Exc Cond.

Has all the extras. $10,500. Call for info and to see. 770-5356718 or 770-789-4818

Vans NISSAN 2000 Quest GLE, 6 cyl., power, sunroof, 63,000 actual miles, $3,150 cash.

1-828-333-1649

House For Sale-Hall County For Sale By Owner 6226 Wilmington Way, Flowery Branch 30542 $188,500 - 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath-Swim/Tennis Community. Call 706499-8617

Recreation RV’s/Travel Trailers Kountry Comfort 1995 Travel Trailer, 35ft, awning on front, good cond., good tires, $3500/ or trade. 470-201-0648

Sell it6 WAYS for28 DAYS Renew for half price!

for as little as $30.95

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Classifieds

Machine Operators Flowery Branch area Requires at least 1 year exp, and warehouse manufacturing exp.

Must have ability to speak, read, and write English, lift up to 50lbs, work with high temperatures, and stand for full shift. 1st shift 7a4p, 2nd shift 4p-11p, 3rd shift 11p-7a. Weekend overtime available. Call 770-271-1738- Buford area, or 770-536-1122Gainesville area.

The Times Auto Kit moves cars!

Equal Opportunity EmployerMACHINE

*Some restrictions apply. Four (4) line minimum. Valid for individuals only. Must be prepaid.

Call 770-535-1199 or toll free 1-800-395-5005