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Election day is Nov. 5 for some voters Tuesday, Nov. 5, will be a day for some area voters to go to the polls for special elections and municipal elections from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and some voters have been taking advantage of early voting options. Early voting at the Jackson County Administrative Building continues from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Friday, Nov. 1. In addition, the early voting satellite kiosk, located at the Commerce Parks and Recreation Center at 204 Carson St., is also open through Friday. Please note there will be no early voting in Braselton, and there will be no Saturday voting for these municipal elections. Below is a list of the voting locations in each city in Jackson County where balloting will take place: Arcade: Arcade City Hall, 3325 Athens Highway, Jefferson Commerce: Parks and Recreation, 204 Carson St., Commerce
Jefferson: Jefferson Civic Center, 55 Kissam St., Jefferson Nicholson: Nicholson Community Center, 129 Lakeview Drive, Nicholson Pendergrass: Pendergrass City Hall, 22 Smith Bridges Road, Pendergrass In Flowery Branch, early voting is continuing at City Hall through Nov. 1 during regular business hours, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Two council seats and the position of mayor are being contested. Councilman Joe Anglin, Post 4, is running unopposed. Post 3 incumbent Fred Richards is being challenged by Ed Edwards, and Tara Richards, who holds Post 5, is being challenged by Chris Fetterman. Mayor Mike Miller and candidate Shanon Lutz are seeking the next mayoral term. Some area residents will be going to the polls in Gwinnett County for the special election including the referendum to renew Gwinnett County’s 1-cent Special Purpose
Local Option Sales Tax after the current program ends next March. Gwinnett County voters will decide whether to renew the SPLOST sales tax for a three-year program estimated to raise an estimated $498 million. County and city officials have agreed to share SPLOST proceeds. The county will dedicate 70 percent of its 78.9 percent share to transportation, including $25 million for joint city/county projects. Public safety, parks, library relocation/renovation and senior facilities will also get funds. The cities will get 21.1 percent. To learn more about the Gwinnett County SPLOST program, visit www.gwinnettsplost. com. Some voters will cast ballots in the special election for the Georgia House of Representatives Districts 100 and 104 seats. Gwinnett registered voters may cast a ballot in advance of the Nov. 5 election between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. through Friday, Nov. 1, at
the Elections Office or between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. at one of the following four satellite polling locations: • Centerville Community Center: 3025 Bethany Church Road, Snellville, • George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center: 55 Buford Highway, Suwanee • Dacula Park Activity Building: 2735 Old Auburn Road, Dacula • Lucky Shoals Park Community Recreation Center: 4651 Britt Road, Norcross No ballots will be cast on Monday, Nov. 4, and registered voters have the option to request an absentee ballot that will be sent by mail. The deadline to request an absentee ballot is noon on Friday, Nov. 1. You can check My Voter Page on the website page of Georgia Secretary of State Brian Kemp for information related to elections in your area. Sample ballots will be available if there are polling activities in your community. You can also call your Elections office.
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Antique & Holiday Festival: Showcase for Town of Braselton to usher in season By FARAH BOHANNON
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Last weekend surely must go down as the two most perfect autumn days so far. The crystal-clear blue skies, mild temperatures and changing foliage greeted the several thousand people to the 2013 Braselton Antique and Holiday Festival with what seemed like endless booths filled with unique, practical and beautiful items. However, the festival was mainly a success due to the diligence that Countryside Antiques owner Donna Cannella and her volunteers devoted to this bi-annual event. There is also a springtime Antique and Garden Festival. “Each year, the Braselton An-
tique and Holiday Festival grows, but I was particularly surprised about this year’s growth. I was amazed at how busy both Saturday and Sunday were and this was actually the first festival where I was not able to get out of my shop and walk around,” said Cannella. “It was a great problem to have.” The vendors included items such as food, woodworking, jewelry, home decor, artwork, plants, furniture, gifts, soaps, antiques and more. The booths were well organized on a map for attendees to refer to and were located at Braselton Park in Downtown Braselton. There were an estimated 10,000 visitors throughout the weekend.
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Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner Ralph T. Hudgens reminds Georgians that it is time again to change their clocks from daylight saving time back to standard time – and they should also change the batteries in their smoke alarms (smoke detectors) at the same time. “Every year in Georgia there are fire fatalities in homes that didn’t have smoke alarms, or where the alarms did not function because of dead batteries,” Hudgens said. “If you do not have a smoke alarm, you need to get one. If you have a smoke alarm, make sure it is in working order. Changing the battery at least once every year and cleaning dust from the device are easy ways to ensure continued protection of your family and your property. Having a working smoke alarm doubles the chances you will survive a fire in your home.” Hudgens also recommends changing batteries in flashlights and weather radios, and having an emergency plan in place in case severe weather threatens. Daylight saving time ends Sunday, Nov. 3, at 2 a.m., when clocks are set back one hour.
Families use web to update about children’s health By FARAH BOHANNON
Tripp’s favorite place, the Atlanta Aquarium. On the Facebook page on which thousands of people have followed Tripp’s story, Bill Halstead recalls the day his son There are several local children who are currently fight- was injured: I can honestly not believe that it has been a year ing harder than most adults will ever have to. since Tripp was hurt, I remember the day well They are a tough bunch of kids who have unand in detail, right up until we got to Egleston breakable support systems of family, friends and they told us just how severe the injury was. and loved ones who are with them every step The Halsteads have received the most meof the way. dia attention once Stacy Halstead launched There is no such thing as giving up and these the “Tripp Halstead Updates” Facebook page support systems will do whatever it takes to after Tripp’s little skull was crushed into many fight for these children who have serious medipieces by the limb that left him with severe cal conditions – whether it be staying up into the brain damage. wee hours of the night planning a fundraiser or Tripp’s prognosis wasn’t good at first, but he praying for a miracle. has fought and improved as the months went One local family is marking the one-year on. Stacy continuously updates the Facebook milestone of their child’s survival. Doctors page with her son’s milestones, updates, photos, were uncertain if 2-year-old Tripp Halstead videos and more. Today, she has 911,000 “likes” would live after he suffered a traumatic brain from all over the world. injury when high winds downed a tree in his Tripp’s photo which According to Stacy’s posts, a vast majority Winder daycare center’s yard. The child was friends used as their pro- of Tripp’s followers are positive and uplifting. struck in the head while he played outdoors. She is grateful for the thousands of prayers and On Tuesday, the Halsteads spent the day at file picture on Tuesday. thoughts that people post several times a day. fbohannon@clickthepaper.com
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Followers are also able to send donations, cards and gifts to an address that is provided on the Facebook page. “Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We love all of the sweet cards we get, we still take time to read them all. We show Tripp the cute pictures that the kids draw and the cards we get from other people with traumatic brain injuries. Thank you again for all your prayers and support,” said Stacy after receiving a load of Lightning McQueen goodies for Tripp back in June. Unfortunately, putting information online for the world to see can lead to harsh criticism. There have been a handful of commenters who do not agree with the way the Halsteads are doing things, and they are not ashamed to state their opinion. Stacy understands that everyone has their right to an opinion, but there is no need to be rude, demeaning or ugly on a page that is meant to be supportive and uplifting. Even when she receives something unpleasant, Stacy presses on with her updates and is thankful for the thousands of positive comments that come Tripp’s way. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/tripphalsteadupdates.
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Continued from 1A Other youngsters have also tugged at the heartstrings including Katie Testement, the 7-year-old from Jefferson born with a severe heart defect that would lead to several surgeries and eventually a heart transplant. Doctors did everything they could to fix the heart she was born with, but it soon became unable to withstand any more medical intervention. The only solution was to receive a new heart which happened in August and was a huge success. Katie is back in school and is doing very well – her mother even comments on Katie’s Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/katiesheartjourney) that you’d never know that she had a heart transplant. The Testements have participated in several fundraisers over the past few years that have been successful and lots of fun for families. On Oct. 13, Sandy Creek Park and Lake Chapman in Athens were buzzing with tiaras, pink tutus and lots of sparkles at the Princess Katie 5K and Fun Run. Kerri, Katie’s mother, said the event was a huge success. As for the media attention, things have remained positive and Katie loves it. “I still cannot believe how many people not only participated, but dressed the part with some creative princess outfits -- including a number of guys. I’ve done several 5Ks and this was certainly the most fun. We definitely want to
make this an annual event,” Kerri said. The Testements have worked extremely hard with several fundraisers surrounding Katie’s heart transplant surgery and have decided to take a break until the spring. Please check Katie’s Heart Journey on Facebook for updates, photos and information about upcoming events. Another Jefferson child will likely need a heart transplant sometime in the future so his parents are being proactive. Braden Knebel, a 3-year-old from Jefferson, was also born with a heart defect. He was diagnosed with Restrictive Cardiomyopathy and his doctors require a heart transplant due to his condition. Fortunately, Braden is stable and does not yet need to be on a transplant list, but the Knebels are still diligently fundraising for the Children’s Organ Transplant Association (COTA) for their son. The Knebels held a 5K race in July which raised close to $6,000. They plan to hold another in the spring, but have not yet decided on a date. There was an Oct. 27 fundraiser at Chill Out! Frozen Yogurt in Jefferson with 10 percent of proceeds going to COTA in honor of Braden. There are a few more fundraisers that the Knebels are planning, so check their Facebook page (www. facebook.com/cotaforbradenk) for more information. “I have always been an open book when it comes to my son, Braden,” said his mother, Michelle Knebel. “If people ask, I tell them what he has been
POLICE REPORT Braselton Police ■■ A man attempting to assist an intoxicated man into his Holiday Inn Express room on Oct. 21 was punched in the face by the man. Police were called and found Harlan E. Smith in a room where another person was attempting to calm him down. Smith continued being combative but was finally handcuffed and placed in a patrol car. Six Barrow County deputies met the car when it arrived at the Barrow County Detention Center and the man continued to actively resist until he was placed in a restraint harness. He is facing charges of battery, two counts of simple battery on a police officer and disorderly conduct. ■■ A White Spruce Avenue resident called police Oct. 22 after his wife, who moved out earlier in the year, returned to get some of her belongings. He assisted her in placing some items into her car but then they began arguing. When she went to her car, he locked the house to prevent her re-entry. She used a shovel to strike the back door and then broke out a window before leaving. Police advised the man to notify police as there is no court order preventing her from returning to the house. ■■ A Pilot Travel Center employee was cited for theft by taking Oct. 23 after a $30 pump check was done on gas pumped into his wife’s car. ■■ A Georgia State Patrol trooper witnessed a Toyota Tacoma traveling in the emergency lane of Interstate 85 on Oct. 25 and notified Braselton Police just after 1 p.m. The driver said he had been to the doctor earlier that day and been prescribed two medications which he had taken for neck pain. The driver had taken three Codeine Phosphate pills al-
though he was prescribed one a day. He had also taken two Ambien pills although he was to take one at bedtime. The prescriptions had warnings about impairment while driving and causing drowsiness. The driver was charged with driving under the influence of drugs and driving in the emergency lane. ■■ A Braselton notified police Oct. 25 that her Wells Fargo Visa had fraudulent charges made at a Walmart in California. ■■ A driver stopped on Davis Street at Highway 53 on Oct. 26 was charged with driving under the influence, failure to maintain lane and driving on a sidewalk and taken to the Gwinnett County Jail. The VW Passat was stopped in the grass beyond the sidewalk and the driver exited the car while it was still in drive. He quickly rushed back to the car and stopped it. He told the officer he had consumed three or four beers, and a passenger said he knew the driver was intoxicated. ■■ A driver who was having trouble maintaining control of his vehicle was stopped just after 3 a.m. on Oct. 26 on Liberty Church Road and cited for failure to maintain lane and possession of less than an ounce of marijuana. ■■ Participants in Saturday’s Rivers Alive located a bag in a wooded area off Grand Hickory Drive which contained a Smith & Wesson .44-caliber revolver and three bags of ammunition. The Barrow County 4-H participants notified police who responded. A check showed no match for the gun. Assistant Chief Lou Solis also talked with the Rivers Alive group. ■■ A driver witnessed Oct. 27 by police driving erratically on Highway 211
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through. Knowing that we have people praying for him is a blessing. “I just know in my heart the prayers from people that have found us through the media is what has helped him get this far,” she said regarding coping with media attention. The Knebels even started a prayer page for Braden long before they realized he would eventually need a heart transplant. It’s been nothing but positive. Kale Corbett is a sports-loving fifth grader from Jefferson who was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), the rarest form of leukemia in 2011. It was a shock to Kale and his family because he was a “normal,” healthy child his entire life until he became so exhausted at a football game that he could not finish. This was unlike the spunky, energetic young man that Kale’s parents knew, so they took him to the hospital for tests. It was then his when the diagnosis was made. On Oct. 12, the Kickin’ Cancer 5K Run took place at Crow’s Lake which benefited Norah Cornett, Mary Jo Lathrop and Kale Corbett. They raised $15,000 last year, so everyone is hopeful for this year’s earnings. The Corbetts have also participated in the WSB Care-A-Thon at the Aflac Cancer Center of Children’s Healthcare. The media attention they’ve received has been positive enough for this family to share their story as well as feelings and thoughts with anyone who was interested in listening. It’s encouraging to gain supporters that wouldn’t
and also causing an accident when the vehicle failed to yield when re-entering the roadway from the Liberty World Beverage parking lot was charged with driving under the influence and failure to yield. The man acknowledged he had a champagne breakfast but refused any roadside sobriety or breath test. He was taken to the Gwinnett County Jail. ■■ The front bumper of a Ford Ranger was pulled off Oct. 27 while the truck was parked in the Kroger parking lot while the owner was at work inside the grocery store. The driver of the vehicle which damaged the truck did not report the incident which may have been captured on surveillance video which has not yet been viewed.
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■■ A probationer who failed a drug screening at Sentinel Probation on Oct. 24 was transported to the Jackson County Jail. ■■ A sexual battery incident was reported Oct. 18 from a Pine Street Apartment. The incident may have been drug related. ■■ A Watkinsville man was arrested Oct. 19 after an assault on a juvenile was reported from Real Deals. Donnie Hue Calhoun, 38, was charged with sexual battery, public indecency/indecent exposure, which is a felony after two prior convictions, and terroristic threats and acts. ■■ On Oct. 20, a Jefferson woman found her son’s wallet which she inadvertently left on the counter at Regional FirstCare in the women’s restroom. When
she realized the wallet was missing, she recalled that the only other person in the waiting room had been a woman who went into the restroom while the wallet was being searched for. The mother found the wallet wrapped in paper towels and put into the trash can. Missing was a debit card and $15 in cash which the suspect returned when the mother confronted her in the parking lot. The victim provided a description of the suspect and the Dodge Neon she left in. ■■ A 2-12 Ford Superduty utility truck reported as stolen by a Dawson County business was recovered Oct. 124 in a ditch on Logistics Parkway. The Townley Construction truck had sustained several thousand dollars in damage and the work tools had been stolen. ■■ A Jefferson family contacted police Oct. 25 after a man who was supposed to be at the home to install Dish Network service stayed in the restroom half an hour. When he was told it was time to come out, the man giggled and said he wasn’t ready to come out yet. Because of the man’s odd behavior, the complainant unlocked the door and found the man masturbating while on the toilet. The complainant grabbed the suspect by the shirt and escorted him out. He stood by the Dish Network vehicle until he realized police had been notified. The man, who was identified on the phone by the Dish Network representative, then drove away.
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Holiday Market is this weekend in Jefferson Jefferson’s Holiday Market will be this weekend at the Jefferson Civic Center with a wine and cheese reception from 7-9 p.m. on Friday. Admission is $8 and includes Saturday and Sunday entry to great holiday shopping. The Jefferson Civic Center and Main Street Jefferson team up to sponsor the Holiday Market which will have handmade jewelry, pottery, gourd art, other crafts, candles by Kathleen Gill, soaps, floral designs, children’s accessories and clothing, pet items, baked goods and more. You can find gift items as well as seasonal home décor for giving or using at home. Shelling in the South by Patricia Lord will feature the magnolias she crafts out of seashells. They are really different, but beautiful, describes Michelle Head of the Jefferson Civic Center, who also notes that Ken Jennings will bring his hand carved wooden Christmas ornaments. He also has hand carved nativity scenes,hiking sticks and other items. Linda King from Jefferson uses yard sale and thrift store finds to make beautiful floral arrangements. Kids will enjoy checking out the marshmallow pop guns from Sugar Rush Marshmallow. Steve Ferm will be back this year with his handcrafted Opa’s Workshop furniture pieces. Also on hand will be Pampered Chef, Ocean Avenue, Advocare, Tupperware, Tastefully Simple, Mary Kay and Arbonne. Linda Foster will have a Jackson County Family Connection table for individuals to learn more about the nonprofit and how to help with this year’s Holiday Connection. “We do have a few new vendors this year with some great products including handmade cutting boards, children’s clothing, food gifts, infinite scarves, natural soy candles, carved and painted gourds, and of course plenty of handmade jewelry,” said Beth Laughinghouse of Main Street Jefferson. “We will also once again have a handmade Santa to raffle off. This donation comes to us from Nan and Bill Parker of Watkinsville, who have participated in the Market in the past but were unable to do so this year. If you’ve ever seen one of their Santas you would understand the interest. They are 3 feet talk, clothing made of vintage materials and furs….a real collector’s item.” Santa and Mrs. Claus will also be in attendance and carolers will add some holiday music to the event.
Braselton Picker’s Night set for Nov. 7 Braselton’s Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is taking inspiration for the theme for its Nov. 7 fundraiser from the popular History Channel show “American Pickers.” It will be “Picker’s Night” – Braselton style, as Braselton area businesses will be showcasing their treasures at the Braselton-Stover House. Stonewall’s BBQ and Chateau Elan wines will be served up with other beverages as the DDA takes the event casual – blue jeans and boots are in order for the fun evening with fiddler Danny Ray Cole providing some boot-scootin’ sounds. Festivities begin at 6:30 p.m. with Shane Short as the master of ceremonies. In addition to food, drinks and music, there will be a silent auction featuring merchandise donated from local businesses in addition to a live auction and a reverse raffle. There will be jewelry, sports memorabilia and other items in the auction. A live auction is also planned. Local businesses will be displaying their goods and services as table decor and vignettes, and Braselton Antique Mall will have an outdoor tool shed that looks like an outhouse. Tickets are $35 and available from any Downtown Development Authority member, from DDA director Amy Pinnell and at Braselton Town Hall. Visit www.downtownbraselton.com or call 706-684-0369. The Braselton Downtown Development Authority was created by the Braselton Town Council in 2009. Pinnell’s office is in the Heritage and Visitors Center on Frances Street.
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Halloween Walk in downtown Jefferson today Main Street Jefferson will host the Jefferson Halloween Walk which will take place downtown on Oct. 31 from 4-6 p.m. The walk is for ages 12 and younger only -- wear a costume. There will also be face painting, lots of treats and hay rides. The Jefferson Halloween Walk is sponsored by Main Street Jefferson and the City of Jefferson. Pets aren’t left out of the trick or treat action as several West Jackson businesses are teaming up to sponsor a pet costume contest on Oct. 31. The Howl-O-Ween pet costume contest is being held from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and pet owners can bring their pet or pets by to have their pictures taken. All winners will be chosen at the end of the day. All pets are welcome and prizes will be awarded to the first, second and third place winners. Winners will be contacted to claim their prize. Businesses participating in the trick or treating include Hoschton Animal Hospital, Dog Gone Cute Grooming, West Jackson Medicine Center and Pet Inn Suites.
Sheriff urges safety check With Halloween approaching, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office cautions residents, parents and others to be aware of Sex Offenders who live in and around their neighborhoods and encourage them to avoid those homes when taking their children and other youth Trick or Treating. Sheriff Janis Mangum urges families to educate themselves by checking out the list of documented known offenders. found on the Sheriff’s Office website. The list provided by the Sheriff’s Office can also be found at ClickThePaper.com “Parents and other adults should always take safety precautions and discuss safety rules and expected behavior with their children or youth that they may be responsible for during Trick or Treating activities,” said Mangum.
Halloween safety hints With Halloween coming up, people are enjoying some good scares, however, Barrow County Emergency Services wants to remind citizens that keeping safety in mind will mean those scare will be fun ones. “With just a few precautions citizens can make this a fun time with their friends and families instead of a tragic time,” said Lt. Scott Dakin. Halloween is filled with scary decorations, costumes, endless costumes and jack-o-lanterns and residents need to keep in mind that there are some dangers that come with all of it. Just driving slow through neighborhoods where children could be trick or treating could save the lives of children. That is just one simple step you can take to keep everyone safe this Halloween season. Here are a few more: • When choosing a costume, stay away from billowing or long trailing fabric. If you are making your own costume, choose material that won’t easily ignite if it comes into contact with heat or flame. If your child is wearing a mask, make sure the eye holes are large enough so they can see out. • Provide children with flashlights to carry for lighting or glow sticks as part of their costume. • Dried flowers, cornstalks, and crepe paper are highly flammable. Keep these and other decorations well away from all open flames and heat sources, including light bulbs and heaters. • It is safest to use a flashlight or batteryoperated candles in a jack-o-lantern. If you
use a real candle, use extreme caution. Make sure children are watched at all times when candles are lit. When lighting candles inside jack-o-lanterns, use long fireplace-style matches or a utility lighter. Be sure to place lit pumpkins well away from anything that can burn and far away from trick-or-treaters, doorsteps, walkways, and yards. • If you choose to use candle decorations, make sure to keep them well attended at all times. • Remember to keep exits clear of decorations, so nothing blocks escape routes. • Tell children to stay away from open flames. Be sure they know how to stop, drop and roll if their clothing catches fire. (Have them practice stopping immediately, dropping to the ground, covering their face with hands, and rolling over and over to put the flames out.) • Use flashlights as alternatives to candles or torch lights when decorating walkways and yards. They are much safer for trick-ortreaters, whose costumes may brush against the lighting. “Let’s all work together to make this a fun and safe Halloween this year,” said Lt. Dakin. For more Halloween safety tips, you can log onto the Safe Kids website or the National Fire Protection Agency website. As always, you can also go the Barrow County Emergency Services Facebook page and like it to receive safety tips, department updates and even pictures of events the department participates in.
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Give candy to support Operation Gratitude October is National Orthodontic Health Month, and in an effort to promote a healthy Halloween, Newell Orthodontics is encouraging trick-or-treaters to bring in their excess candy to donate to American troops overseas through a partnership with Operation Gratitude. “We all love trick-or-treating,” says Dr. Bill Newell, “but too many sweets can contribute to tooth decay. We encourage our patients and friends to enjoy their trick-ortreating candy in moderation and donate their excess candy to our troops serving overseas.” For the third year in a row, the Newell Orthodontics Team has decided to partner with Operation Gratitude, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, volunteer-based organization, to provide candy for their Holiday Care Packages.
In exchange for donating their excess candy, everyone who participates in the Newell Orthodontics Halloween Candy Give Back will receive 1 entry for every 1 pound of candy donated into a drawing for a $50 gift card as well as a coupon for free frozen yogurt from Swirlee’s Frozen Yogurt in Jefferson. Candy for the Halloween Candy Give Back may be brought to Newell Orthodontics at 1681 Old Pendergrass Road, Suite 195 in Jefferson (next to the Jefferson Kroger on the Damon Gauss Bypass) during regular business hours from Nov. 4-7. Dr. Bill Newell is a board-certified orthodontist and the only provider of the Damon System in the Jefferson area. For more information, call Newell Orthodontics at 706-387-0122 or visit online at www.newellorthodontics.com.
Howell-ween Sweet Swap in its fifth year October is National Orthodontic Health Month, and in an effort to promote a safe and healthy Halloween for children, Howell Orthodontics will trade the sticky and hard candy that young trick-or-treaters collect during Halloween for a Dairy Queen ice cream treat. In addition, Howell Orthodontics will donate money to a local charity for every pound of candy collected. This is the fifth annual Howell-ween Sweet Swap. “Halloween is a fun holiday for kids of all ages,” says Dr. Emily Howell, “but too much candy can contribute to tooth decay. Furthermore, for patients with braces, eating sticky or chewy candies can bend or break their braces and can lengthen their orthodontic treatment.” Dr. Howell recommends that children who wear braces avoid such snacks as caramel, nuts, hard candies, licorice, taffy, jelly beans, bubblegum, popcorn (especially unpopped kernels), hard pretzels,
and taco chips. “Soft candies like chocolate that melt in your mouth are acceptable in moderation,” she says. “In addition, regular brushing and flossing are essential parts of good dental care for everyone, but especially so for those who wear braces.” For the Howell Orthodontics Sweet Swap, anyone can bring candy to Howell Orthodontics at 2614 Business Highway 129 North, next to Jefferson Pediatrics, during normal business hours on Monday-Thursday from Oct. 31st through Nov. 22. Howell Orthodontics will swap hard and sticky candy for a coupon for a free Dairy Queen ice cream. In addition, Howell Orthodontics will donate $50 (up to $1,000) for every pound of candy collected to Wellspring Camp, a non-profit, Christian camp in Jackson County designed for children and adults with disabilities and special needs. Learn more about Wellspring Camp at www.wellspringcamponline.com.
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CHURCH NEWS iServe Ministries is the beneficiary of the fourth annual Community Tailgate Party, sponsored by Corner-Stone Church. The Georgia-Florida tailgate party and trunk or treat will be Saturday in the grassy area of Gum Springs Elementary School/West Jackson Middle School starting at 2:30 p.m. Get some additional wear out of that Halloween costume. At dusk, the event will turn into a truck or treat. Businesses are invited to come with a booth or “trunk” to advertise with a $25 donation requested. Raffles, hayrides and kids’ games will also be held. Bring your tents, coolers and BBQ grills as the game will be shown live. For more information, go to www.iserveministries.com sss Join White Plains Baptist Church at 11 a.m. on Sunday,
Nov. 3, for “Family and Friend Day.” The Gobers will be singing that morning and there will be a drawing for two $25 gift cards during service. Pastor Cary Pittman will be delivering the morning’s message. White Plains Baptist Church -- “A Church For All Ages” – is located at 3650 Highway 124 West, in Jefferson, between Hoschton and Jefferson. sss Pond Fork Baptist Church will present a live drama at 7 p.m. on Nov. 1 and 2. A meal is being provided so reservations are encouraged by calling 706-693-2442 or email caughtupdrama@aol. com. There is no admission charge. The church is located at 2615 Pond Fork Church Road in Pendergrass. sss New Liberty United
Methodist Church offers two Bible study classes every Monday. One class is at 9 a.m. and the other is at 6:30 p.m. Classes are open to the community. sss Cool fall days call for warm bonfire nights. Join The Springs from 6:30-10 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2 for a fun evening by the bonfire including hot dogs, hot cocoa, spiced apple cider and s’mores. It’s free. The Springs is located at 6553 Spout Springs Road, in front of Flowery Branch High School. Visit www. thespringschurch.org or email childrens@thespringschurch. org. sss Ebenezer UMC, located at 1368 Ebenezer Church Road in Jefferson, will host a churchwide yard sale beginning at 8 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 8, in the church yard. On Saturday, Nov. 9, the yard
Moon memorial is Sunday The Athens-Clarke County Police Department will have a memorial ceremony in honor of the late Donald Moon at New Hope AME Church in Hoschton at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 3. Moon, one of the first African-American law enforcement officers to be hired by the Athens-Clarke County Police Department, Moon was a member of New Hope AME. The public is cordially invited to this event. Moon was shot to death 50 years ago, and was recognized earlier
this year when his name was placed on a wall at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center honoring fallen officers. Moon was fatally shot off Trail Creek Street in East Athens on Nov. 3, 1963. Off-duty, he was teaching a friend how to drive when a bullet was fired through the driverside window. The friend said Moon took his personal revolver from the glove compartment and yelled “stop.” Shots were fired and Moon lay dead of a shot to the chest. Moon, 30, was described as a good officer during in his 19 months
on the force. Moon was just the second black officer on the Athens force, joining after his cousin Archibald Killian. Rules for inclusion of law enforcement officers on the wall only recently changed to allow officers who were not technically on the clock at the time of their deaths. Because Moon was carrying out police duties, his name was added in the May ceremony during which Gov. Nathan Deal presented a framed certificate to Moon’s daughter, Sandra Moon Scott of Stone Mountain, who was 10 when her father died. New Hope AME Church is located at 2512 Georgia Highway 53. The Rev. Karen L. Bennett is the pastor.
sale will continue with lunch to be served beginning at 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. There will be no charge for those eating in and takeout will be available. There will be bounce houses and a mechanical bull for kids of all ages on Saturday. Call the church at 706-367-4269 or visit ww.ebenezerumcjefferson.org for more information. Everyone is invited. sss
strategies of planning for college and filling out college applications will be addressed. Lunch will be provided and door prizes will be awarded. High school youth, parents and others interested in college planning are welcome to attend. New Hope AME Church is located at 2512 Georgia Highway 53. The Rev. Karen L. Bennett is the pastor. sss
Why are we here? How can my life have meaning, value and significance? What is my purpose? These are questions we all face at one time or another. Come and join Covenant Baptist Church in the study of the Gospel Project in Sunday school and learn how sin robs us from experiencing the reason we have been made – to glorify God and enjoy Him forever. Covenant Baptist Church is a group of called-out believers who are committed to following Jesus Christ as Lord. We do this by sharing the good news of the gospel to those who are separated from God; and by teaching Believers how to be fully devoted followers of Christ. Please join us on Sunday mornings at 10:30 at the Hoschton Depot. A nursery and children’s church are provided. Contact Pastor Todd Coble at 678-316-0273. God bless you and “See you at the Depot!” sss
A Call to Worship now has a new location in the meeting room of Country Inn & Suites on Highway 124 in Braselton. Services are at 5:30 p.m. on Sundays. Call 706-983-0449 or visit www.call2worship.org sss
New Hope AME Church will host a college planning fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 23. A GA 411 representative will be present to provide information about college and technical schools financial aid. In addition, the
Jefferson United Methodist Church is hosting its annual pumpkin patch on Davis Road through Oct. 31. Hours are from 4-7 p.m. Sunday through Friday and from noon to 8 p.m. on Saturdays. Proceeds benefit the church’s youth and children’s ministries. Two worship services are held each Sunday. The traditional service is at 11 a.m. with the casual, contemporary service at 9. As work continues on the new parking lot and playground, a shuttle and provided from additional parking at the Jefferson Civic Center. sss Raymond Church Promotions announces the 50th anniversary singing to be held at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 24, at White Plains Baptist Church. The Carolina Boys and The Pine Ridge Boys will provide great southern gospel music. Contact Raymond Church at 706-6586545 or 706-6564-2967.
OBITUARIES Ronnie Beck
Died Oct. 26, 2013 Ronald “Ronnie” Beck, 59, of Pendergrass, died Saturday, Oct. 26, 2013. Born in Gainesville, he was a son of Irene Peek Beck of Pendergrass and the late Leroy Beck. He was retired from UPS Freight as a truck driver with more than 39 years of service. He was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his sister, Juanita Beck, and nephew, Greg Beck. Survivors, in addition to his mother, include his wife, Sheila Pressley Beck; son Kevin Beck of Pendergrass; daughter, Mendy Beck Smith of Pendergrass; brothers, Harold Beck and Johnny (Kathy) Beck, all of Pendergrass, and Lynn (Lisa) Beck of Commerce; grandchildren, Hanna Beck, Emma Kate Smith and Haley Beck; and a number of other relatives. Funeral services were held Monday Oct. 28, 2013, in the chapel of Evans Funeral Home with the Rev. Danny Peek officiating. Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson The Paper, Oct. 31, 2013
Chad Wilson Brown
Died Oct. 27, 2013 Chad Wilson Brown, 34, Monroe, died Sunday, Oct. 27, 2013. Born in Beckley, W.Va., he was a son of Paul Keith Brown and Beverly Jean Thompson Brown of Jefferson. He was a 1998 graduate of Jackson County Comprehensive High School, where he was a member of the FFA. He was an avid animal lover. He attended Gwinnett Tech and was a Lead Welder at Caterpillar Inc., in Bogart. Survivors, in addition to his parents, are his brother, Doug Brown of Jefferson; grandmother, Margaret Meadows of Tennessee; niece and nephew, Trey and Emma Brown of Clover, S.C.; uncles, Fred (Jean) Thompson of Ballengee, W.Va., and Steven (Patti) Brown of Tennessee; and cousins, Jason Brown and Seth Thompson. The funeral service and interment will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 1, 2013, at Oak Grove Methodist Church in Ballengee, W.Va., with burial to follow in the Oak Grove Cemetery. Local visitation was held Wednesday at Evans Funeral Home. Pivont Funeral Home, 100 Park Ave, Hinton, WV 25951, (304-466-0026) is in charge of out-of-state arrangements. Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson The Paper, Oct. 31, 2013
David Lee Everett
Died Oct. 23, 2013 David Lee Everett, 61, of Flowery Branch, died Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2013. Graveside services were held Friday, Oct. 25, 2013, at Memorial Park South Cemetery with the Rev. Ken Joslin officiating. Born Nov. 11, 1951, in Maple Plane, Minn., he was a son of Eileen Everett of Sanford, N.C., and the late Loren Everett. He was a member of Life Church. He was a doctor at Egleston Hospital working in Pediatric Sleep. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Stephen Everett. Survivors, in addition to his mother, include his son, Luke Everett of Flowery Branch ; daughters, Leah Everett and Rachel Everett, both of Flowery Branch; grandchildren, Jacob Doster, Elizabeth Doster, Elijah Doster and Abigail Doster; former wife, Suzan Hildreth of Flowery Branch; sisters, Rebecca Shannon of Canada and Leah Everett of Sanford, N.C.; and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Heidi Baker Missionary Fund at irisglobal.org. Memorial Park South Funeral Home, Flowery Branch The Paper, Oct. 31, 2013
Claude J. Harris
Died Oct. 24, 2013 Claude J. Harris, 89, of Bethlehem, died Thursday, Oct. 24, 2013, after an extended illness. He proudly served his country during World War II as did his older siblings: sister, Julia; and brothers, Hugh and Bobby. He was a machine gunner in Fox Company 2nd Battalion Striking 9th Marine Regiment. He received a Purple Heart after being wounded in combat at Iwo Jima. He truly loved this country. After the war, he worked with his brother Bobby as respected brick masons before beginning a long career as one of the pioneers of AFLAC. He was a member of the First Christian Church of Winder. He was also a member of the Carter Hill Masonic Lodge and American Legion Post 53. His sense of humor and optimist, outgoing personality made him one of a kind. He enjoyed a good joke, storytelling and discussing politics with his friends at McDonalds for many years. Claude loved quail hunting and raising bird dogs. He enjoyed a good western and was a fan of the Atlanta Braves, UGA football and Western
Carolina baseball. A devoted family man, Claude deeply loved his wife and daughters, and was an inspiration to his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Claudia Johnson Harris; brothers, Dana, Hugh and Bobby Harris; and sister, Julia Isaac. Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Harriet Harris; daughters, Marianne “Petey” (Frankie) Green of Monroe and Kathy Anderson of Lawrenceville; sister, Martha Sue (George) Breedlove of Winder; grandchildren, Zack Green, Katie Krista and Korey Anderson; and a host of nieces and nephews. The funeral was held Saturday, Oct. 26, 2013, in the chapel of Smith Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to The Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675, www.woundedwarriorproject.org. Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, Oct. 31, 2013
Maxine A. Mann
Died Oct. 28, 2013 Mrs. Maxine A. Mann, 82, of Braselton, died Monday, Oct. 28, 2013, at New Horizons – Lanier Park, following an extended illness. Graveside services were held Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2013, at Memorial Park South Cemetery with the Rev. Vandy Pope officiating. Born May 25, 1931, in Resaca, she was of the Baptist faith. Mrs. Mann was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Lyle Mann; and son, Charles Mann. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, David and Ann Mann of Braselton; daughter, Wanda Mann of Clayton; grandchildren, Beth Mann and T.C. and Laurie Hilliard; great-grandchildren, Emily Hilliard and Tommy Hilliard; and brother, Edgar Lockridge of Dalton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Cancer Society, 2565 Thompson Bridge Road, Suite 114, Gainesville, GA 30501, www.cancer.org.
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Jimmy David Passmore
Died Oct. 22, 2013 Jimmy David Passmore, 54, of Cumming, died Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2013, at a friend’s residence following an extended illness. Funeral services were held Friday, Oct. 25, 2013, in the chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home with the Rev. Tim Copeland officiating. Born Sept. 12, 1959, in Buford, he was a son of the late Howard Passmore and Betty Gravitt Passmore. He was a carpenter and a member of First Pentecostal Church in Buford. Survivors include his wife, Rhonda Thomas Passmore; daughters and son-inlaw, Amanda Passmore of Cumming and Trisha and Don Stone of Buford; son, Ryan Passmore of Flowery Branch; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; sisters and brothers-in-law, Arline and Larry Price of Jefferson, Audrey and Randy Smith of Flowery Branch and Amy Passmore of Clermont; and brothers and sisters-in-law, Ronnie and Crystal Passmore of Lula and Jason and Patricia Passmore of Flowery Branch. Memorial Park Funeral Home, Gainesville The Paper, Oct. 31, 2013
Bill Robarts
Died Oct. 29, 2013 William “Bill” Ralph Robarts Jr., 76, of Carnesville, died Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2013. Born in Tampa, Fla., he was a son of the late William Ralph Robarts Sr., and the late Clarice Parker Robarts. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and was retired from Jackson County Correctional Institute as a corrections officer, with many years of service. He was also preceded in death by a grandson, Will Robarts. A graveside service will be held at noon on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2013, at Mt. Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive
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Myrtle Caroline Nicholson Shook
Died Oct. 27, 2013 Mrs. Myrtle Caroline Nicholson Shook, 83, of Pendergrass, died Sunday, Oct. 27, 2013. Born in Toccoa, he was a daughter of the late Hiram Parks and Melzinia Rumsey Nicholson. She retired from Standard Coosa Thatcher in Jefferson as a spinner with many years of service. She was a member of Cave Springs Baptist Church. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James John Shook; grandson, Steven Watts; and numerous brothers and sisters. A Celebration of Life service was held Wednesday Oct. 30, 2013, at Cave Springs Baptist Church with the Rev. Chad Rising officiating. Survivors include her children, Mary (Ed) Shook Watts of Commerce, Jim (Lawana) Shook of Pendergrass, Virginia (Sam) Shuler-Green of Highlands, N.C., John Shook of Pendergrass and Ruthan Proctor of Asheville, N.C.; 20 grandchildren; 26 greatgrandchildren; three greatgreat-grandchildren; and a number of other relatives. Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson The Paper, Oct. 31, 2013
Steve Thomas
Died Oct. 22, 2013 Stevie (Steve) Thomas, 58, of Buford, died Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2013. He was preceded in death by his father, Homer Thomas; mother, Katherine (Kat) Shaver; father-in-law, Larry Beacham; mother-inlaw, Joyce Parks; and grandparents. Survivors include his wife of 29 years, Lynette Thomas; daughters, Ashley Thomas and David Francis of Lawrenceville and Amber and Bryan Bell of Buford; brother, Wayne Thomas of Buford; sistersin-law and brother-in-law, Lorette and Michael Thompson of Winder and Traci Parks of Flowery Branch; brother-in-law and sisterin-law, Derek and Crystal Beacham of Statham; nieces, Jessica Thomas of Buford and Rhiannon Beacham of Statham; nephews, Dylan Thomas of Buford, Ethan Thompson of Winder and Declan Beacham of Statham; grandmother-in-law, Agnes Beacham of Buford; stepmother-in-law, Jackie Beacham of Buford; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Born Feb. 20, 1955, in Buford, he passed away from a brave and courageous twoyear battle with colon cancer. He was a loving husband and daddy. A memorial service was held Friday, Oct. 25, 2013, in the chapel of Flanigan Funeral Home with Pastor Tim Campbell and David Robertson officiating. Donations may be made to Hospice at Northeast Georgia Medical Center, 2150 Limestone Parkway, Suite 222, Gainesville, GA 30501, in memory of Stevie Thomas or to the American Cancer Society, 6500 Sugarloaf Parkway, Suite 260, Duluth, GA 30092, 1-800-222-2345. Flanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Buford The Paper, Oct. 31, 2013
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Remembering a man Gambling charges filed who touched many lives By LEANNE AKIN
“He was so engaged in his sons’ lives,” said Blackburn of Paul’s time as dugout president while Taylor was involved in The sanctuary of Duluth First United football and band booster president when Methodist Church was filled nearly to caBryce wanted to play in the band. He was pacity on Oct. 23 as the full life of Emory serving as president of the band boostPaul Jones was celebrated. ers and rallied for the Living Dead Dash The Rev. C. Kay Funio and Taste of Flowery Branch said she only knew Paul held in September. “He was a from learning about him cheerleader for his boys,” he from family members said. and the many friends who And Paul was also a friend, reached out to her to share noted Blackburn, who comabout Paul. She said it is a mented on the turnout for the high compliment to have an visitation which lasted until 10 in-law say he was more like p.m. and this day’s celebration a son that a son-in-law, but of life. that is what wife LaDonna’s Paul’s life touched countparents thought of the less numbers of people. “If man who shared their life The late Paul Jones Paul saw someone in need, together. That life included he would take action to meet the birth of two sons, Taylor and Bryce, that need,” said Blackburn. But he also who inspired their father’s involvement had an ability to maintain the boundaries in their activities. that a successful banking professional Pastor Ty Blackburn said the loss of needs. He spent 30 years in banking and Paul at only 52 was a blow. While Funio preferred the small-town friendships that did not personally know Paul, Blackburn could be developed away from big finanhad known Paul since he was in eighth cial institutions. He was most recently at grade and the 11th-grade Paul invited Independence Bank. him into his circle of friends which inPaul took an interest in people and was cluded younger kids and those seven or involved with the Rotary Club of Braso years old. That spoke to the type of selton, which will be making a donation friend Paul was, reaching out to all. toward the memorial fund established at Blackburn said he hope there would Independence Bank, and with the bank’s be healing from remembering Paul’s life Braselton-Hoschton Relay For Life team. and friendship. Blackburn turned the He had recently enjoyed the Ole Miss celebration into just that as he noted that and Texas A&E game with Taylor, who is he had so many memories of Paul that away at college He, LaDonna and Bryce he could busy into laughter just recalling won trivia night last week at the Flowery one. He said fun was a word which appro- Branch BBQ place and he spent the Sunpriately described Paul. day of his death going to church, visiting “He could respond with cleverness and with his mother, watching the Falcons wit,” said Blackburn, who referred to game with family and doing work in the Paul’s good humor and his ability to pick yard which he loved. The following day, on you and wear it out although he was Paul was scheduled to go in for a stress laughing with you, not at you. test. A college baseball player, Paul pitched “But God’s timing in never accidental,” at Faulkner University where he was said Blackburn. He said that Paul had known as “The Dream.” Years later been rebaptized in the past couple of when his niece was on campus, she was weeks as he rededicated himself to God. talking to someone and mentioned her “Instantly, Paul was in the presence of uncle. “Your uncle was ‘The Dream’?” God.” Blackburn said, “He left a mark; he could While his passing leaves a large hole in strike a pose.” his family, large circle of friends and the Paul coached scores and scores of organizations in which he was involved, young men and also left his mark on memories of Paul Jones live on. While those young athletes, many of whom are he may have known more about baseball now young men. than musical instruments, there is beauty “He know how to have fun and he gave in angels singing and the beautiful piano us wonderful memories,” said Blackpiece performed during his service by burn, who also noted that Paul was all Michaelangelo Henegan inspired a sense about family. of calmness with its heavenly sound. lakin@clickthepaper.com
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The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant Oct. 24 at the CITGO Gas Station located in Hoschton. The search stemmed from an undercover investigation regarding illegal gambling machines within the store. The Sheriff’s Office seized four machines, ticket printer and an undisclosed amount of cash as a result of the search. Deputies also seized numerous packages of synthetic marijuana from the store. Criminal arrest warrants are being obtained for Malik Babwani of Lawrenceville. He will face charges of commercial gambling, keeping a gambling device and possession of gambling device or equipment. Babwani was not at the store at the time of the search and has not yet been arrested on the charges.
and financial transaction card fraud. The investigation is ongoing and more charges are anticipated. Williams is also wanted on similar charges by authorities in Gwinnett County, DeKalb County and Fulton County. Perry is wanted by California authorities on larceny charges. Drug Take-Back Day is a success: Sheriff Jackson County Sheriff Janis Mangum said Tuesday she considers the National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day a huge success. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office was provided with a collection area at the Maddox Feed and Seed in Jefferson, and approximately 70 pounds of medication was collected at that site and at the permanent drop off site located in the lobby of the Jackson County Jail. The medication has been turned over to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to be destroyed. Everyone is reminded of the Sheriff’s Office drug drop-off box located just inside the front doors of the Jackson County Jail lobby. Medication can be dropped off at this location at any time throughout the year. “Thanks to all that participated and a special thanks to Maddox Feed and Seed for providing the work area and thereby supporting the Sheriff’s Office effort and providing community support that led to the success of the collection of these medications,” said Mangum.
Arrests made in identity theft probe The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office arrested two men from Atlanta on Oct. 24 following a lengthy investigation regarding identity theft. The investigation led deputies to Atlanta where search warrants were executed. An abundance of evidence was collected. Jonathan Marcel Perry, 36, and Brandon Mitchell Williams, 30, both of Atlanta, were arrested and are currently in the Jackson County Jail with no bond. Both Perry and Williams have been charged with identity theft
WEST JACKSON FIRE REPORT ■■ Heavy smoke was reported in the Downing Street area on Oct. 20. A man with a fire pit behind his home was advised to burn only natural vegetation. The man said he had thrown a Styrofoam cooler in the fire which created a brief time of the heavy black smoke. ■■ Personnel assisted Med 3 in loading a patient at a Highway 124 EMS call on Oct. 22. ■■ An EMS call to an East Jefferson Street location was responded to on Oct. 22 and personnel assisted loading the man who had been stung by a bee. ■■ Personnel found nothing in the Highway 53 vicinity where they were dispatched on Oct. 22. An 18-wheeler with a blown tire was possibly sparking but no vehicle was found. ■■ The patient at a Hancock Place EMS call on Oct. 23 was taken to Northeast Georgia Medical Center by Med 3. ■■ A man cut his finger with a saw at a Curk Roberts Road location on Oct. 23. The man, who declined transport, was provided additional gauze to control the bleeding while he went on his way
to Northeast Georgia Medical Center by private vehicle. ■■ A man who fell in the parking lot at Hoschton Towne Center on Oct. 24 was transported from Northeast Georgia Physicians Group to Northeast Georgia Medical Center. He struck his head and several lacerations and abrasions. ■■ Law enforcement assisted in unlocking a car on Jackson Trail Road on Oct. 24 so fire personnel were cancelled en route. A child was locked in the car. ■■ A driver who was locked out of a vehicle on Highway 53 was assisted on Oct. 25. ■■ Personnel utilized Engine 32 to extinguish an Oct. 26 authorized controlled burn on West Jackson Road at the request of the property owners. ■■ A two-vehicle accident with no injuries at Wehunt Road and Highway 332 was responded to on Oct. 26. Minor to moderate damage was reported to the vehicles which were blocking the roadway. The scene was turned over to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office.
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I remember seeing a man with a tattoo on his arm when I was about 7 or 8. The man was in a barber shop, where my dad and I were getting a haircut. I later asked him about the strange drawing on the man’s arm. “That’s a tattoo,” he said. “He was probably in the Navy.” When I asked for a further explanation, my dad said sometimes men were on ships for long periods of time and would come into port and misbehave. He blamed it on long stretches at sea. I later learned it followed long stretches at a seaside watering hole. Even the Navy song has a line about drinking to the foam during their last night ashore. Somewhere along the way, tattoos became popular and acceptable, at least for some folks. I’m still trying to figure out why. I’m also trying to figure out why folks like a man with a three-day growth of beard. But that’s a column for another day. When one of my nephews had a birthday party, they had a woman who was sort of a clown and magician come and perform. She offered me a rub-on, temporary tattoo. I accepted. That thing didn’t wash off for more than a week. I was about to pull out some steel wool and Comet to get it off. I don’t like tattoos and I don’t find anything appealing about a female celebrity who has on a designer dress and is showing off some ink. It’s just trashy. Some of these things are quite elaborate, and the person who punctured them into someone’s flesh had some artistic abilities. However, one should remember they are not easily erased. I am told a good tattoo can cost hundreds of dollars. Getting it removed
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Harris Blackwood by a laser can cost twice that much. When you consider they are essentially permanent, I would suggest thinking twice about putting someone’s name on your body. If you break up with this person and have their name etched in a publicly viewed spot, it could impede your future dating chances (unless you choose someone of the same name with the same spelling). If you are trying to say something memorable or profound through your tattoo, let me advise you check the spelling before you are inked. Sites on the Internet show people who have vast collections of tattoos that do not express the desired sentiment. A tattoo reading “Live You’re Life” is not something you really want to say. It is also likely you will regret a tattoo that says, “No Regerts. There is a photograph of a man with “Exreme” emblazoned upon his upper chest. It is in letters I would describe as “extreme,” which is what he wanted to say. There is a woman who wanted to have “Sweet Pea” embossed upon her lower back. What she now has is a description of a fluid emitted from the body. I’m not here to tell you not to get one, that’s your decision. Remember, it could be with you forever. Or as some of you might say “4ever.” Harris Blackwood is a Gainesville resident whose columns appear weekly.
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Merging, purging life’s memories For years, I blamed it on those richly royal blue, suede high-heel pumps. The ones with the ridiculously tall, spiked heel and absurdly pointed toe. I was 22 when I bought them, 36 when I donated them to the Salvation Army. Those shoes had a history, one that made me smile. I was a young sports reporter on assignment at USA Today in Washington. I had a terrific blue and black wool suit that Mama had made that matched them perfectly. The first time I wore that outfit, I was covering the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, Texas, and wore it to a coaches’ press conference. I felt so grown up and glamorous. Those shoes were what I like to call a “chat maker” because both men and women, often strangers, would comment on them and a conversation would begin. One day I was cleaning my closet. You know those days: You aren’t thinking clearly, the job becomes too time-consuming, so you start tossing away things that, in your right mind, you would never discard. Those fantastic, still-perfect blue
Ronda Rich shoes went into the donation pile. Later that afternoon, I hauled several bags down to the Salvation Army, dropped them off, took my contribution receipt and headed home. It was a couple of hours before the regret set in. It grew stronger to the point that I couldn’t sleep. Finally, I promised myself, “First thing in the morning, I’ll go back and retrieve them. I’ll even buy them if necessary.” But the shoes were gone. “One of our volunteers saw them as soon as they came in and bought them,” I was told. I was sick, a symptom that has lingered for many years to the point that it makes it hard for me to give away something. I’m afraid I’ll regret it. At times, I have thought I had a bit of hoarder in me, or that I’m indecisive, or that I can’t move on without
looking back. But now I know better. The point of clarification that turned into crystallization for me came when it was time for Tink and me to merge our furnishings, requiring me to purge some things from my life to make room. I discovered that it wasn’t the affection that I had for a sofa or a lamp but rather the journey and how it detailed the roads of my life. Just like the shoes, which represented my first big sports reporting assignment – a week covering the Cotton Bowl – and the months I spent at USA Today. The grandfather clock that stands in the corner of the living room reminds me of youthful determination. Though I had a full-time job that paid (barely) the monthly expenses, I took a part-time job cleaning a wing of an elementary school every afternoon. I vacuumed and scrubbed the bathrooms where 6-year-olds had been sick on the floors, walls and everything in-between. I netted $80 weekly and saved every penny to buy that clock. It reminds from where I’ve come and where
I can return, if necessary, to make a living. It cannot go. In the closet are dozens of suits in nice fabrics that I sewed when there was no money to buy clothes and when I could make three beautiful suits or dresses for the cost of one. They are meticulously sewed and hand-finished with satin linings and covered buttons. I need to keep every one for two reasons: When I depended on the workings of my hands to carry me through, those hands did it beautifully. Too, it brings forth gratitude that I no longer have to set up my sewing machine in my kitchen and sew long into the night just to have a new dress. It’s not the materialism, I realize, that makes these items valuable. It’s that they ground me and keep me from thinking too much of myself. The less you think of yourself, the more you can accomplish. That’s priceless. Ronda Rich is the bestselling author of several books, including “There’s A Better Day A-Comin’.” Sign up for her newsletter at www.rondarich.com. Her column appears weekly.
Fwd: Rules for responsible emailing A number of years ago, then-Florida State football coach Bobby Bowden was discussing with reporters how a news item because a controversy for his team. “Because you all ignited it. You listen to eBay and email and all that junk, and you all kept writing about it and that fans it and makes it grow and grow, and it becomes a cancer.” Forgive the beloved coach for not knowing the difference between eBay, email, the Internet and, apparently, radio. When you’ve lived through 8-tracks, CB radios, party lines and the Dead Sea Scrolls, all these newfangled fads in communication seem the same. That said, email is still relatively a new phenomenon. We’ve only been communicating via email for about 20 years or so (eight here in Homerville). Naturally, we’re still experiencing some growing pains in learning how to operate this method of exchange. And that’s perfectly fine. Remember, just 35 years ago (11 here in Homerville), we only had three or four TV channels to choose from. But I don’t want to wait another 35 years for society to learn to perfect the
Len Robbins art of emailing. My inbox couldn’t take it. So in the interests of helping society, and my inbox, I have come up with four easy tips on effective emailing. If followed strictly, this should jump-start our emailing learning curve at least 10 years (two here in Homerville). 1. Use “Reply All” very rarely. Email services are different, but most have two buttons in which you can use to reply to an email sent to you: “Reply” and “Reply All.” Oddly enough, many people I know have not noticed the “Reply” button yet. There’s a difference between the two. By hitting the “Reply” button, you reply to only the sender of the message. If you hit the “Reply All” button, you not only reply to the sender, but everyone else he/she sent the message to. The “Reply All” should only be used in certain
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circumstances, like if you are on a committee and everyone on the committee needs to know when the next meeting is. You don’t need to use the “Reply All” function for “LOL.” While it’s indeed wonderful that you’re “Laughing Out Loud,” it’s not really pertinent information for the other 32 people that were also sent the same message. 2. Use “Forward” even more rarely. Another very popular button in the email universe is the “Forward” button. Some people take the forward button to another ridiculous extreme: They forward everything sent to them to everyone in their address book. I don’t know what would possess someone to do this. “Ooh, this is a picture of a cat making a funny face – I think I’ll forward this to my every acquaintance.” Urgh. 3. If you insist on ignoring common courtesy and forwarding, do not forward anything political or religious. This type of transmission is just asking for trouble and bad feelings. For instance, a friend of mine works in a big office
and one of his colleagues kept forwarding these fabricated “Barack Obama is a Muslim” emails to everyone at their workplace. Their boss, who was Muslim and a Democrat, wasn’t amused. Don’t be so presumptuous that you share the same political and religious beliefs as everyone in your address book, and also everyone who is in your address book’s address book. 4. Keep it short. This is where I sometimes fail to be a responsible emailer. In an attempt to show how many words I know, I often get quite loquacious (see?) in my messages. Yet, I can’t stomach the email ramblings of others, and neither should you. After 75 words or so (or 30 here in Homerville), most folks move on to the next message. Of course, these rules, especially in relation to brevity, don’t apply to newspaper columns – only email exchanges and when you’re listening to eBay. Happy emailing! Len Robbins is editor and publisher of the Clinch County News in Homerville. His column appears weekly.
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Reece named to board of Jackson EMC Foundation Verlin Reece, a lifelong resident of Jackson County, and president of Quality Foods, Inc., an independent grocer with stores in Georgia and South Carolina, has been appointed to the board of directors of the Jackson EMC Foundation. He succeeds Shade Storey, who was appointed in April to the Jackson EMC board of directors. The Jackson EMC Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization set up to represent the members of Jackson EMC and distribute funds collected from participating members through Operation Round Up. The 11-member volunteer Foundation board of directors meets regularly to review and select grant applications for worthwhile, charitable purposes that will improve lives and respond to immediate needs. Since Operation Round Up’s beginning eight years ago, the Foundation has awarded more than $8 million in grants to orgaReece nizations and individuals. Reece holds an Associate of Science degree in Marketing from Gainesville State College and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Religion from Mercer University. He serves as chairman of the Georgia Food Industry Association (GFIA), having served on the board of directors for more than 10 years and on the board of trustees and is a past recipient of its Legacy Award, one of the highest honors in the grocery industry. Through Quality Foods, Reece sponsors numerous community activities, works in partnerships with area schools and annually provides four $1,000 scholarships. He is a past member of the board of directors of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Jackson County and serves on the advisory board for the organization’s 2013 Capital Campaign. He currently serves on the board of directors of the Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF), which partners with local churches to establish afterschool programs in schools to share the Bible with students, as well as offers a leadership program for young people, Youth In Action. He is also a former board member of H.E.A.R.T. Ministries, a program offering help to women with drug and alcohol addictions.
Taste of Jackson held in Commerce The Taste of Jackson & Business Showcase is an event that brings the restaurants, businesses and non-profits in Jackson County together for an opportunity to showcase themselves, network and support the general community, says Director of Membership Melissa Britt of the Oct. 22 event. “It was wonderful to have the Commerce Civic Center floor completely full of exhibitors with business professionals, community officials and families navigating through the booths,” said Britt. “It was an evening full of energy, conversation and some of the best tasting food in the county. Together with all of its volunteers, the Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce was thrilled with the success of the event.” The event featured a holiday theme with food, networking, shopping, giveaways and door prizes. See more scenes at ClickThePaper.com
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Continued from 2A ■■ The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office responded Oct. 19 to a residence on Mountain Creek Church Road in reference to an altercation between the female occupant of the home and Adam Travis Jones, 27, of Loganville. The female said Jones entered her home unannounced and began assaulting her. He also produced a handgun making threats toward her and her boyfriend. Jones then left the residence but not before ramming his vehicle into the vehicle belonging to the victim’s boyfriend. Jones fled from officers and hid his vehicle in a patch of woods but was later arrested. He faces charges of aggravated assault, possession of marijuana, reckless driving, obstruction, criminal damage to property in the second degree, reckless conduct, simple battery, burglary and terroristic threats. ■■ During an Oct. 1 traffic stop of a vehicle near Sells Mill Park in Hoschton, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office located a quantity of drugs and drug paraphernalia. The driver, Stacey Clarinda Maloch, 44, of Hoschton, was later arrested. The Sheriff’s office then executed a search warrant for Maloch’s home, a residence already being investigated by the Sheriff’s Office for drug activity. During the search of the home, a large quantity of methamphetamine was discovered along with digital scales, packaging material commonly used in the drug trade and a stolen handgun. Maloch has been charged with trafficking methamphetamine, possession of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute, possession of Schedule III drug, possession of Schedule IV drug, possession of tools for the commission of a crime, theft by receiving stolen property, possession of firearms by a convicted felon and brake light and turn signal requirements. She was in the Jackson County Jail, and was already out on bond from another county on felony drug charges. In other reports: ■■ A man wanted by law enforcement was spotted about 12:30 a.m. on Oct. 27 walking on Old State Road in Talmo. The man was carrying a backpack and began running when he spotted a deputy’s car at the intersection of Pond Fork Church Road and Old State Road. The man ran into the woods. Other units, including a K-9 unit and the Georgia State
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Well known for antique offerings, Braselton again welcomed thousands for another Antique and Holiday Festival. Perfect weather greeted the 10,000 enjoying the happenings around Braselton Park and beyond as businesses got into the festive mood, too.
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Continued from 1A “We are thrilled to see this festival grow each year,” said Sherri Haberman, who worked at the Haberman booth with her husband, Tony. They sold a variety of homemade jams, jellies, salsa, breads and fabrics and seemed to always have customers in their booth browsing and buying throughout the weekend. Matt and Grace Martin, owners of Hoschton’s new dining establishment, One Blue Duck, were in attendance with a beer and wine booth. They were also thrilled to see so many visitors and be a part of this flourishing event. “This weekend has been awesome. It has been a great way to get the word out about One Blue Duck and meet a lot of new people,” said Matt while enjoying his Sunday at the festival with his family. Cannella said she was pleased with the volunteer turnout this fall. It was the largest group of volunteers she has ever had and even had three of them help her with the setup process a few days before the event. In the past, she only had one, so three was a huge help. Cannella said she was pleased with the festival’s sponsors and with the town as well. “I’d like to thank the Town of Braselton for their help with advertising and funds. Without it, the festival wouldn’t be as successful as it has become,” she
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Tony and Sherri Haberman sold homemade jams and jellies, breads, salsa and fabric at their booth at the Antique and Holiday Festival. said. The fall sponsors included A Flea An’tique, Braselton Antique Mall, Braselton Gallery, Elements A Day Spa, Countryside Antiques, JarFly Station, Kristi’s Country Store and the Town of Braselton. “Customers, businesses, vendors and just people who attended the festival in general gave me the most positive feedback I have ever received since I started coordinating this festival in 2008. I’ve even had several people already pre-pay for a booth spot for the spring festival. That included people all the way from Ohio,” said Cannella. The vision of a successful bi-annual festival is coming to life and Cannella
said she looks forward to the coming years. On the holiday horizon: Nov. 9 - Lighting of the Tree in front of Braselton Brothers Store with a Movie Under the Stars to follow in Braselton Park. Register now for the T’is the Season to Run for A Reason Jingle Jog that begins at 9 a.m. at Braselton Park. Nov. 16 - Vendors will be set up in Braselton Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A 10:30 a.m. parade with the theme – “An American Christmas”– will find floats, walking units and other entries making their way through town.
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Panthers pounce on Oconee Co. 56-27 BY LATRICE WILLIAMS
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With just two more games left in the regular season, it’s hard not to think about getting into the playoffs. For the Jackson County Comprehensive High School football team, winning out is would be very helpful and they started
with a 56-27 win over Oconee County High School last Friday night. The Panthers opened its scoring drive with a 35-yard touchdown pass, courtesy of Jacob Lewis to Layson Giles. Then, Lewis connected with Xavier Harper for another catch-and-go to hit pay dirt. Oconee County cut into that
14-0 lead with an 8-yard touchdown run by Ikwaan Jones. But less than three minutes later, the Panthers went back up by 14 when Giles caught his second touchdown pass of the night worth 17 yards. In the second quarter, Lewis hit Adrian Parsons for a 7-yard touchdown catch. Once Jackson County settled
into its passing attack, the Panthers implemented the running game with a 2-yard score by Malik Tuck with a minute left until halftime. Nothing could slow JCCHS out of the break. The Panthers scored two touchdowns in the third quarter, both by Harper, including an electrifying 45yard bomb thrown by Lewis.
The Warriors also put up two touchdowns in the third but Jackson County kept much of the momentum on its side and had an answer for every score by Oconee County. A 15-yard touchdown reception in the fourth by Harper gave the Panthers even more of a cushion, extending the lead by 29.
JCCHS will take on Elbert Co. tomorrow at 7:30 p.m.
KING OF THE KICKING UNIT
Mill Creek’s Bryson King lives for the fourth quarter rally on the gridiron BY LATRICE WILLIAMS
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Imagine the fate of the season resting in your hands, or even worse, on your foot. While some would fold under pressure, kicker Bryson King lives for those kind of moments. In the first round of the state playoffs last year, King sealed the game win-
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Bryson King has turned in 3 perfect games.
quickly get rid of what would have been the game-tying point after attempt against the Lions and replace it with what he did against the Raiders. “I kept thinking about what I did last year and I wanted it to be a repeat from last year. That was going through my head. I was physicallyand mentally ready. I didn’t want to mess up again the way I
Dragons and Hawks end season in second round
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All a first-year head coach can ask for is to have a team that works hard and plays hard but the Jefferson High School softball team ushered head coach Zach Black into a new era with a second round playoff appearance. However, Black is quick to acknowledge that much of their success stemmed from the squad he inherited. “Taking this team to the Sweet 16 of the playoffs in my first year is a testament to these girls and the work ethic they came in with every day. We had a good group returning from last year and they knew what it took to get back to the position we were in. They definitely made it a special year for me,” said Black. After defeating Westminster in the first round, Jefferson traveled to Bremen where they faced adversity they just couldn’t put behind them. “I think the biggest obstacle in the series was overcoming a game one loss. We lost a tough game 5-4 in eight innings and then had to bounce back and play again 20 minutes later,” said Black. The second time around, the Lady Dragons were not as fortunate on offense. They turned in just one run against the Lady Blue Devils who put up six to clinch the series win. Black said he believes a shift of momentum may have given Bremen the edge but that doesn’t negate Jefferson’s performance. “Give credit to our girls because they really fought hard all day. Unfortunately some things did not go our way and we did not come out on top. I am very happy with how we competed for both games,” Black stated. Jefferson finished its season 24-12 overall and 13-3 in region play. They lose seniors Ashley Boyd, Jordan Phillips, Raegan Sandy and Savannah Snapp. In their final go-round, the seniors had to buy into a completely new system and staff but still helped the team produce as many wins as possible, and that’s all the ball coach could ever ask for. “I don’t know that a simple thank you is enough. These girls got basically a new coaching staff for their senior year. They could have easily not been open to the idea,” Black said. “From the beginning, the girls bought in to what we were trying to do and did a fantastic job being leaders to the underclassmen,” said Black. “I am very proud of Ashley, Jordan, Raegan and Savannah and they will always hold a special place in my mind, being the first group of seniors I had as a head coach. “This whole year was pretty special [as I] look back at the things we accomplished as a team,” Black said.
ning field goal that lifted Mill Creek past Alpharetta High School 41-39. “I like being in those situations. It felt amazing,” said King. When the Hawks faced No. 1 North Gwinnett on Oct. 11, King watched the scoreboard closely as the time slowly ticked away. There was a 50-percent chance he could have been the hero and kick the game-tying field goal but he had to
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Top: The Lady Dragons finished its season second in the region behind Social Circle. Bottom: The Lady Hawks were just one game shy of making another trip to Columbus.
did against Peachtree Ridge,” said King. King’s season has been back and forth, mainly due to an injury he suffered prior to the game against Mountain View. It has slowed him down a little bit but he’s progressing daily and has turned it three perfect games. See KING, 2B
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Down 6-4 with the bases loaded in game two, Mill Creek couldn’t have asked for a better setup with Carly Zabow at the plate. Normally a reserve player, Zabow was familiar with being in a pressure situation as she hit the game winning walkoff, pinch-hit RBI double earlier this season against Archer. There was very little doubt that the Hawks were going to force a game three but, the Broncos had other plans and Zabow was struck out on a changeup by Amanda Ablan. While the Broncos escaped the second round of the state playoffs and earned a trip to Columbus, Ga., the Lady Hawks gave them a lot of scares along the way. In game one, with two runners on and one out, the Lady Broncos nailed a picture perfect bunt, giving way for the first run of the night. Then, the BHS took advantage of a wild pitch for a trip home and pulled in its third run for a 3-0 lead. In the top of the fifth, Sarah Peery doubled on a line drive down left field. Then Peery notched the first run of the night off an RBI by Morgan Bell. Fagioli laid down a perfect bunt and the Hawks were back in business with loaded bases. Moments later, Mill Creek advanced home on a wild pitch, trimming its deficit to one. Then the drama unfolded when the Hawks went up 4-3 off a 2-run wild pitch. But the Broncos fired back in the bottom of the sixth and seventh with one run each to win 5-4. Game two provided a similar scenario but a much more dramatic ending. With two on and one out, Brookwood went up 2-0 off an error and a squeeze play. In the top of the third with two out, the Broncos belted a line drive down right field and secured its third run for a 3-0 lead. Within the blink of an eye, the Lady Broncos were up 6-0 but, that didn’t faze the Hawks. Emily Robertson singled, Felt walked and the Hawks battled back with its first run with a close play at the plate. Down 6-1, Christina Evans bunted to first and stole second. Then, Peery blasted a much needed homer with one on and two outs, cutting its deficit to two. Mill Creek got out of the top of the fifth with two runners on with a huge double play and battled back by scoring three runs off of wild pitches. The Lady Hawks finished its season 26-8 and 11-3 in region play.
Mill Creek ready to defend region championship BY LATRICE WILLIAMS
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The Mill Creek High School boys’ cross country team has all the key pieces needed to repeat as region champs. The only issue they’ve had this season is everyone clocking in their best time at the same time. Josh Arceneaux and Eric Westog said that individually, the Hawks have done
well but now it’s time to put those numbers together so they can come out on top in Duluth this Saturday. “I don’t think it’s going to be an easy meet but I certainly like our chances,” said Arceneaux. Westog said, “We have not put together the team performance we know we can as of yet. Once we do that, we are one of the most competitive teams in the state.” “At different points of
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the season, everyone has had their best race. We just haven’t done it on the same day yet,” said Westog. “This Saturday looks like we could have a good race.” The teams will compete in their backyard and both agreed that is certainly an advantage. “It helps when you can sleep in your own bed at night,” said Arceneaux. “It helps that we’ve run this course so many times.
We’ve run the county, region and Stage Races meet there,” said Westog. It’s no secret that the Hawks have one of the more solid teams. However, they will have their hands full with Kevin Mills of Peachtree Ridge High School. He has consistently run under 16 minutes this season. “Tyler and Eric could overtake Mills but I think
our strength is in our third, fourth and fifth runner,” said Arceneaux. Tyler Woodrome has been closing in on Mills as he turned in a time of 15 minutes and 55 seconds in the county championship. At the Great American Cross Country Festival, Westog finished with a time of 16 minutes and 2 seconds.
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“I don’t think we are underdogs but winning the title would be unexpected to our competitors.” Josh Arceneaux Mill Creek cross country
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Basketball registration for Jefferson
Hoops season is right around the corner! Jackson County Parks and Recreation basketball registration officially opened Sept. 30 and runs until Nov. 2. The cost for the 5-6 co-ed team is $65 as well as the 7-8 team but is not co-ed. The 9-10, 11-12 and 13-15 teams are $75. The age control date is Jan. 1, 2014. For more information, visit jacksonrec.com or call 706-367-6350.
The Sports Car Club of America will make its way to Braselton Nov. 1-3. It is considered to be the largest sports car race of the year for amateur racing and will see more than 400 contestants from more than 30 states. This will be the championship run for the American Road Race of Champions. Fans will be allowed to camp. A 3-day pass is $40, a 2-day pass is $35 and a oneday only pass is $25 but a Friday only pass is $15. There are discounts for SCCA members. For more information, contact Road Atlanta at 1-800-849RACE or visit the website at roadatlanta.com. Also visit www.scca.com.
Basketball season for young Dragons is approaching and those wishing to participate in basketball at Jefferson Parks and Rec will have until Nov. 1 to register. This is only for 12U and 14U athletes. The cost is $80. Non-residents will be charged an extra $35. The age control date is Jan. 1, 2014. Player evaluations were held Oct. 26 at the Jefferson Sports Complex. For more information, visit jeffersonrec.com or call 706-367-5116.
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Falcons clinch home postseason spot BY ED HOOPER
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The SCCA will have a large pool of local drivers ready to bring a lot of action in front of the home crowd.
Road Atlanta preps for 20th annual ARRC BY LATRICE WILLIAMS
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The Sports Car Club of America will continue its traditional American Road of Champions this weekend at Road Atlanta. The ARRC is celebrating 20 years of amateur racing on one of the country’s most popular tracks. The birth of the SCCA took place in 1944 and its mission from day one has been to bring motorsports to the forefront and to its fans. They are one of the top leaders that develop amateur drivers and provide them the opportunity to compete in front of a hungry fan base like those at Road Atlanta. Drivers from all the over the country will make the long trip to Braselton such as Tony Ave. Ave, a native of Hurley, Wis., will compete in the LamersMtrRacing/PMEEngines/RPX Chevrolet Corvette in the TA class. Ave has 25 years of experience under his belt including action at Arca, the Indy Pro Series, NASCAR and the Trans-Am. Another driver fans can expect to see is Cameron Lawrence of Windermere, Fla. The 20-year old graduate from the University of Central Florida has been setting the track ablaze since he was 7 years old. Lawrence’s career nearly came to a close when the local track in the Orlando area closed up but he hopped back into the driver’s seat when he graduated from high school and hasn’t slowed down since. He finished third at the Trans-Am in the TA-2 class and enjoyed a third-place finish on the podium alongside Mike Skeen in 2011. Of course, no event would be complete without the local favorites. Thomas Lyman and Joseph Strong of Atlanta will be competing in their respective classes; Lyman in the ITA and Strong in the SM. Bowie Gray Jr., of Winder, will test his skills in the ITX class and James Green from Gainesville will test the course in the ITR class. Drivers will begin qualifying rounds tomorrow. For more information, visit roadatlanta.com.
Flowery Branch won’t have to go very far to play its final regular season game in a few weeks. The Falcons also won’t have to go very far for their first-round playoff game, either. Flowery Branch (7-2, 7-0 Region 8-AAAAA) clinched a first-round home playoff game on Friday night, downing the Clarke Central Gladiators 37-7 at Falcon Field. “I can’t even explain it,” Flowery Branch running back Jeremiah Goss said. “I’m ecstatic. We are just going to keep it going.” The Falcons will visit fourth-ranked Gainesville on Nov. 8 in a game that will decide the Region 8 championship for a second consecutive season. Like Flowery Branch, Gainesville clinched a home playoff game with the Falcons’ win over the Gladiators. “Gainesville, again, is a good football team,” Flowery Branch coach Chris Griffin said. “We’ve got an extra week to rest up. ...We need a break, a chance to kind of slow down and physically heal up. “It is going to be a big game, but it is why you play the game — to play on big stages and in front of big crowds.” With Flowery Branch leading 15-7 early in the third quarter, Clarke Central — which can clinch a playoff berth next Friday with a visit to Winder-Barrow — had a 31-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Cameron Johnson to Jamonte Smith get called back due to an illegal touching penalty called against Smith, who ran out of bounds before making the catch. A few plays later, Clarke Central (5-3, 5-2) turned the ball over on downs and Flowery Branch made the Gladiators pay for their costly mistake. The Falcons used a 31-yard touchdown pass from senior quarterback Jackson McDonald to Cameron Davis to grab a 22-7 lead. Less than two minutes later, the Falcons were back in the end zone, taking advantage of a Clarke Central fumble deep in Falcon territory. Goss capped off the quick drive, dashing into the end zone for a 1-yard score and finishing off the quick 14-point swing for the Falcons. “It was good that we got that ball back and we didn’t lose hope,” Goss said. “It would be one thing if we just gave up, but we kept on fighting.” Flowery Branch added a safety in the fourth quarter, when linebacker Zack Smith tackled Clarke Central running
back Jaque Daniels (11 rushes, 72 yards) in the end zone, making the score 31-7. Off the safety punt, the Falcons drove downfield and added another touchdown, a 1-yard run by Goss that made the score 37-7. “I think I told (the media) this week, it was going to come down to who made mistakes and who could capitalize on those mistakes,” Griffin said. “When we made a mistake, whether it be our offense covered the defense or vice versa, where as when they made mistakes we made them pay. A good football team has to be able to do that.” Flowery Branch overcame a sluggish first quarter from McDonald, who was intercepted twice on just four passes to start the night, and a turnover on downs inside Clarke Central territory. In between his interceptions, McDonald engineered the game’s first touchdown drive, coming midway through the opening quarter, when Goss broke into the end zone for a 2-yard run. Clarke managed to turn McDonald’s second interception of the opening quarter into a touchdown. The Gladiators used 11 plays to travel 91 yards to even the game at 7-7, using a 13-yard touchdown pass from Johnson to DeAnthony Vereen early in the second quarter. “In the first half, it was a little bit shaky,” Griffin said. “Our guys showed
up and played ball. I’m proud of them.” After both teams turned the ball over on their ensuing possessions, McDonald put together the Falcons’ best drive of the first half, delivering a dagger in the hearts of the Gladiators inside the closing minute of the first half. McDonald connected with his favorite target, Jemon Randolph (4 catches, 84 yards), for a 32-yard touchdown pass with just 11.5 seconds remaining in the second quarter. The Falcons converted the two-point conversion to make the score 15-7. Flowery Branch’s defense was aggressive all night, forcing three turnovers on downs, a third-quarter fumble, a safety and an interception. The Falcons limited Clarke Central to 219 total yards of offense. “Our defense is playing very, very good,” Griffin said. “We gave up some yards tonight, but again, against a good team, you’re going to give up some yards. It is one of those things where you bend but don’t break. But our guys are continuing to understand what we are asking them to do.” Flowery Branch finished with 385 yards, led by Goss’ 113 yards rushing on 22 carries and three touchdowns. McDonald finished the night 12-of-24 for 195 yards passing with two touchdowns and 50 yards rushing.
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Flowery Branch lineman Andrew Miles falls forward for a first down during a fake punt play against Clarke Central on Friday in Flowery Branch.
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Continued from 1B “I injured my leg in pregame warm ups. I was kicking point after attempts and something popped in my leg. I think it messed up my IT band but it is getting better now,” said King. “It has affected me mainly in my kickoff duties.” The face of the kicking game is more recognizable now more than ever before. Whether the game is on the line or you need to pin a team deep, football teams rely heavily on kickers and punters to get the job done. One week you could be a star and the next week you could be the one who is blamed for a loss. No matter which title people choose to give him, King never backs down from his responsibility and takes a lot of pride in it. “You can’t have a football team without a kicker,” King
stated. “When there are only a few seconds left on the clock and you are a couple points shy of the win, you call on the kicker. We are the go-to guys.” King said he would love to kick at the collegiate level and right now he is getting a ton of experience. He has a chance to be a three-year starter for Mill Creek, a role he is very grateful to have. “My stat sheet looks better last year but I feel like I’ve progressed more this year because I’ve had more opportunities to kick field goals,” said King. “I’ve dressed out every varsity game since my freshman year. It feels good. I am grateful that God gave me this kind of talent.”
WBHS Doggs Jefferson runs over Redskins 68-0 suffer 37-7 loss to Cedar Shoals
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The Jefferson High School football team had a fun night on defense. From left to right: Tradd Porter picked off the Redskins as well as Cooper Young. The defense is starting to gel much better and will need big plays like this during their postseason run.
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Winder-Barrow’s struggles this season can’t be explained by one major flaw. Instead, it’s been numerous small errors throughout the weeks. Friday at Cedar Shoals, a fourth-and-long conversion for a touchdown by the Jaguars and a WinderBarrow fumble lost deep in Cedar Shoals territory made up much of the difference in a 27-6 Jaguars win for Homecoming. It was the seventh consecutive loss for the Bulldoggs and the second straight win for Cedar Shoals, which won its first game of the season last week at Apalachee. Bulldoggs coach David Wagner talked about the various mistakes and missed opportunities that led to the loss. “It’s not any one thing. It’s a block here, a missed cut there, it’s a ball tipped here and a fumble there,” Wagner said. “It’s been a culmination; it’s not at all been one thing.” The first big mistake was not stopping Cedar Shoals on fourth-and-9 from the Winder-Barrow 35. The Bulldoggs had scored their first and only touchdown with 6:15 in the third quarter to get within one score at 13-6. On the Jaguars’ ensuing possession, the Winder-Barrow defense had all but stopped the drive short when Cedar Shoals quarterback Greg Smith’s long lob found the hands of receiver Breon Mitchell for the score and a 20-6 lead with 3:48 in the third quarter. Then, the Jaguars went on to score 17 more throughout the course of the game. Cedar Shoals was led by running back Adrian Washington, who finished with 192 yards rushing and three touchdowns on 25 carries. He also surpassed 1,000 yards for the season, according to Coach Chris Davis. Smith, who finished with 66 yards rushing on 18 carries and 43 yards passing going 3 for 5, had been the leader in the win over Apalachee, but this time it was the senior running back who found the holes. Bulldoggs running back CeCe Green finished the night with 18 yards rushing on five carries and quarterback Hunter Cooper finished 5 for 8 for 23 yards passing. Winder-Barrow finished with just 29 yards of offense in the half. Washington led the Jaguars with 132 yards rushing and two touchdowns on 15 carries. Cedar Shoals finished with 176 yards rushing in the half and just one passing. With the loss, the Winder-Barrow football program will have to wait at least a little longer for its first road win since a 25-13 win over Monroe Area in 2008.
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Players on the Jefferson High School football team know they need to win out in order to clinch the No. 2 spot in the region and host in the first round of the playoffs. On Senior Night, the Dragons delivered a 68-0 blow to Social Circle, but most of it didn’t look intentional. The Redskins defense had a hard time executing fundamental tackles and sacks which allowed Jefferson to run up and down the field freely. The Dragons play included participation by some of the junior varsity athletes. On its first drive and third
down and long, Social Circle evaded the Dragon defense but fumbled shortly after. Jefferson took over with great field position and finished the drive with a 3-yard touchdown run by Isaiah Blake. The Redskins turned the ball over yet again on its next possession and Blake carried the load for JHS on its second play with a 22-yard touchdown run all while brushing off multiple defenders. After a quick three and out, the Dragons jumped right back out on offense with a huge run by Sammy Williams. The Redskins Achilles’ heel seemed to be third down as they threw an interception right into the hands of Tradd
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Continued from 1B They know finishing together as close as possible will them garner a consecutive region title. The Hawks earned all three major races last year in the county, region and state meet. The guys said they believed they had a target on their back in August but the red paint isn’t as bright as it used to be. “I think we had a target on our back at the start of the season but we haven’t performed as well as we did last year, so the target is fading,” said Arceneaux. “I don’t think we are underdogs but winning the title would be unexpected [to our competitors].”
Porter. Then in the top of the second quarter, Tristen Jackson notched his first touchdown of the night on a 1-yard run. The Dragons made good on their extra point attempt and sat comfortably with a 34-0 lead. The fumble bug continued with 9:51 left to play when the Redskins threw its second interception of the night; Cooper Young seized the ball midair and took it to the house for a 40-0 score. Williams then burst through a gaping hole for 37 yards and finished the drive from one yard out. Up 48-0, Jefferson tried to take its foot off the gas but Rodney Carr couldn’t deny himself a chance to reach pay dirt. Up
55-0, the Dragons saw their first error of the game with a fumble but, with a 55-0 score, no turnover could set them back. Things slowed down a little bit in the second half but JHS still put up 13 points. Jefferson has two games left in the regular season. The Dragons will face Riverside Military tomorrow and Union County on Nov. 8. Both games will be away but the lights at Memorial Stadium may not be shut down for good this year. Georgia High School Football Daily predicts if Jefferson wins out, they will host Westminster in the first round; however, that is subject to change.
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Potential of partnership is student success, says Mike Beatty By KATIE GRIFFIN
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Great Promise Partnership has recently partnered with Jefferson High School and now is working with both Jackson County Comprehensive High School and East Jackson Comprehensive High School. The principals have been notified of the new partnership with GPP and school counselors are to be evaluating students now so that they will be notified and will hopefully join the GPP program in the new year. By January, GPP hopes that 15 students from each Jackson County high school will join the WorkPrep program with 30 kids from Jefferson High School so they will have a total of 60 Jackson County students involved. “Once you get involved in this program, you quickly see that it really is all about the kids and helping them to be successful,” said Mike Beatty, President and CEO of Great Promise Partnership. Beatty, who left his position as Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Community Affairs to do GPP full time, is the reason that Gov. Nathan Deal approved of the program and has allowed Beatty the opportunity to step away from his previous job and focus solely on GPP. Beatty’s use of all Beatty the contacts he has made through his previous position as well as the support he has from Gov. Deal are two main reasons for the rapid success and growth of GPP. The Department of Community Affairs launched its pilot program, GPP, in January 2012 and the results are as listed: 89 percent of seniors graduated, 79 percent are pursuing post-secondary education, 7 percent entering the military, 11 percent entering the workforce, 0 percent dropout rate, and all underclassmen remain in school, moving closer to graduation. There are currently eight workplace sites, with 13 other developing workplace sites across the state. GPP WorkPrep currently has six sites with four more in development. GPP’s goal is to have the program available in every region of the state within the next five years, with at least 100 workforce opportunities in every community they serve. The two programs offered by GPP are 12 for Life and GPP WorkPrep. 12 for Life students spend half a day at school and half a day at a work site. Modeled after the extremely successful 12 for Life program at Southwire Company in Carrolton, GPP has developed a scalable model and training materials so employers may implement GPP, connecting the business sector and other community partners with the school systems and providing the expertise and structure to establish each site. “The companies involved all agree that their biggest challenge is finding employees, especially young people, who will work,” said Beatty. The GPP WorkPrep program was developed for communities where jobs for students are not as available. GPP initiated a way to begin working with younger “at-risk” students. WorkPrep is for ninth to 12th grade at-risk students. GPP keeps students interested and involved in their education through investigating college and career paths and involving them with local adults who mentor and support their goals. The kids meet bi-weekly to discuss career and life skills and to meet local leaders. This also allows the students to form a family-like bond with each other which benefits them because they encourage one another to stay in school and work towards their goals. “This is a true team Georgia effort because all state agencies work together and both private and public organizations come together to help the kids,” said Beatty. Beatty says all funds donated within a county remains in that county because the state pays for all the overhead costs. “Since GPP is a non-profit organization, all of the money donated goes directly to helping these kids stay in school,” said GPP Coordinator Hilda Smith. “And the communities involved benefit from getting a trained workforce as well.” GPP is planning to host a job fair in the upcoming months. The organization will also have the Leadership Adventure Weekend (LAW) coming up in November and will start again in the spring of next year. GPP takes a group of 30-40 of their students to a local camp to allow the kids to experience the great outdoors while learning team skills and interacting with leaders in the community as well. Some of the kids have never eaten s’mores before and some have never experienced sitting around a campfire or doing a ropes course. LAW is another way GPP gets to be a part of the kids’ lives and gets to influence them in a positive way. “Getting to know the hearts of these kids is
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The Children’s Place at New Liberty celebrated Georgia’s “Farm to Preschool Day” on Oct. 18, with a field trip to Green Acres Farm Market. The “Farm to Preschool” movement has become an easily accepted trend within the last year in early childhood field. Research indicates that when children learn where food comes from, how it is grown, have hands-on experiences and use their senses to understand it, they are more likely to taste new food items and accept them as part of their diet to build a foundation of lifelong healthy choices. The children were so excited to see where so many of the fresh fruits and vegetables that we serve at the center come from. Ola McNeil, owner, farmer and chef at Green Acres, pictured below, planned such a fun experience. The children went on a hay ride to the gardens (top) and through a local cow pasture. Then they went back to the farm market and played in the pumpkin patch, took pictures and explored all
of the produce. McNeil prepared goodiebaskets for all of the children with organic fruit, 100-percent blueberry juice and some very informative coloring books from Georgia Organics. While the children were exploring all of the produce in the market, they picked out some fresh apples to bake their own apple snack when we returned to the center (above). From farm to snack… now that’s real learning in action! Green Acres is located on Highway 53 on the Jackson/Hall county line and sells a wide variety of locally grown, natural produce, herbs and products made in Georgia. The Children’s Place has partnered with Green Acres to provide fresh, local produce for the children at their early care and learning center, located in Braselton. “We believe in the important connection between healthy eating and healthy growth and development in children. It is our goal to offer the children at The Children’s Place the most nutritious meals. Through our partnership with Green Acres Farm Market, we will have access to lots of local, inseason produce.” said Cathryn Kelly, director of The Children’s Place. For more information on Green Acres Farm Market check out the website www.greenacresfarmmarket.com and follow them on Facebook. The Children’s Place is a nationally accredited child development center, serving children 6 weeks to 12 years in both full time and part time programs. Visit www.newlibertychildren.com.
Lisa Doster partners Art for Paws with local author for new venture By Katie Griffin
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Lisa Doster’s New Art for Paws Business and Upcoming Book Local artist Lisa Doster is partnering with local author Jaclyn Weldon White to do what Doster has always dreamed of doing – publishing a book of her pet portraits. Doster is an avid animal lover and owns two businesses, Art for Paws, in which she draws and paints pet portraits,
and Hand-N-Paw, in which she shows local schools how to incorporate humane education into everyday lessons for children. “I want to tell the story of these rescue animals that I have saved and found good homes for,” said Doster. Doster, a Braselton Gallery artist who was a featured artist there in September, has been doing rescue animal portraits in prisma color pencils for several months and was talking with White about her dream
I want to tell the story of these rescue animals that I have saved and found good homes for. I rescued 43 dogs in the Jefferson area and found homes for all of them. Lisa Doster of publishing a book about the animals. She said she wasn’t a writer and never did well in English classes. White, a pub-
lished author and Braselton Gallery artist as well, heard firsthand Doster’s passion for the book and the animals and offered to do the writing for her. Their partnership is forming and the book is well on its way to being published. The title has not been determined yet but Doster and White are working toward completion by the new year. Doster currently has around 12 finished portraits that will go in the book. As of now, most of the portraits are of the pit bull breed, since that is one of Doster’s favorite breeds. She does a lot of work with the Pit Bull Rescue Central and Atlanta Underdog Initiative and has donated artwork to those organizations in the past. But her goal is to include other dogs including some of the puppies from Angels Among Us, since puppies are always a huge hit.
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Lisa Doster poses with her four canines and displays some of the portraits she has drawn of rescued animals.
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4-H Love of Llamas show at Heart of Dixie Four members from the Jackson County 4-H Love of Llamas program attended their first show of the new club year. The Heart of Dixie Llama Show took place in Huntsville at the Alabama A & M Agribition Center on Sunday, Sept. 1. This was an Alpaca Llama Show Association (ALSA) double point and International Llama Registry (ILR) show with two show judges scoring individuals and their llamas in the various division competitions. This year’s judges were Robin Sturgeon from Indiana and Patty Moore from Colorado. The Love of Llamas members all had a wonderful time. Cody Avery, as a first-time show participant, describes that first moment in the ring, “It’s exciting and scary at the same time; you never know what will happen next.” Cody and Warrior did an outstanding job moving through the difficult obstacles which earned them a blue ribbon. Bailey Jones, a four-year veteran to the show ring, explains why she enjoys the competition: “I like the extra time I get to spend with my animals. After working all year with them I get to go in the show ring and see how I’ve improved. It’s just rewarding and challenging to see my llama’s capabilities.” Elizabeth Ingram says, “I take away something new with each show. I learn what it is that’s going right and
what I need to work on with my animal. I think this kind of prepares me for being in front of people and getting over being nervous.” As she describes, building selfconfidence and persistence are both outcomes of working with and showing large animals. Why be a part of the Love of Llamas program? Andie Ellett says, “I really like being with other people that have the same interests as I do. Working with llamas is interesting because first, not a lot of people have this opportunity and because if you work with them you can train them to do things like some people train dogs. It really is satisfying working with their different personalities and sometimes challenging.” Participants and their llamas were Cody Avery and Warrior; Andie Ellett and Onyx; Elizabeth Ingram and Sandman; and Bailey Jones with Pineapple and Taccoa. The Youth placed as follows: Cody Avery and Warrior received 1st placement from the judges in the following divisions: Junior Clover Youth Pack, Junior Clover Youth Obstacle, Junior Clover Youth Public Relations and Junior Clover Youth Showmanship. Andie Ellett and Onyx received 1st placements from both red and blue judges (ALSA) and ILR in the following divisions: Junior Youth Pack, Junior Youth Obstacle,
Elizabeth Ingram and Sandman competed Youth Public Relations, and Junior Youth Showmanship; and 3rd (ILR), 4th and 5th (ALSA) in Non Breeder Male Halter Class. Elizabeth Ingram and Sandman received placements as follows: Intermediate Youth Pack 3rd from red and blue judges (ALSA) and ILR; Intermediate Youth Obstacle 3rd from both red and blue judges (ALSA) and ILR; Intermediate Youth Public Relations 3rd from both red and blue judges (ALSA) and ILR; and Intermediate Youth Showmanship 1st (ILR), 1st and 3rd (ALSA); and 4th (ILR), 5th and 4th (ALSA) in Non Breeder Male Halter Class. Bailey Jones and Pineapple received placements as follows: Intermediate Youth Pack 2nd (ILR), 2nd and 1st(ALSA); Intermediate Youth Obstacle 2nd (ILR), 2nd and 1st(ALSA); Intermediate Youth Public Relations 2nd (ILR), 2nd and
Cody Avery and Warrior received 1st place from the judges
1st(ALSA); and Intermediate Youth Showmanship 2nd (ILR), 2nd and 2nd (ALSA); and 1st placements from both red and blue judges (ALSA) and ILR in Adult Light Wool Male Halter Class. Bailey Jones and Toccoa received 1st place in Novice Obstacle from both red and blue judges (ALSA) and ILR. Bailey Jones and Pineapple received the Intermediate Youth Performance Grand Champion Award from the blue judge and the Intermediate Youth Performance Reserve Grand Champion Award from the red judge and the ILR Reserve Grand Champion Intermediate Award. Andie Ellett and Onyx received the ALSA Junior Youth Performance Grand Champion Award from both judges and the ILR Junior Youth Performance Grand Champion Award.
Two compete at SE Regional show Jackson County 4-H Love of Llamas show team went on the road to Perry again this year to compete in the Georgia National Fair ALSA Llama Show as well as the Southeast Regional Championship Llama Show. This year Bailey Jones, a seventh grader at Jefferson Middle School and Elizabeth Ingram, a ninth grader at Jefferson High School, took their llamas into the show ring to put their skills to the test. For Bailey, this year’s competition was a new experience because she competed in two shows going on simultaneously. She first had to go through one show ring and immediately enter the second show ring. Both rings had different courses set up so it was a challenge to remember how to maneuver each course correctly.
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Bailey Jones with Pineapple and Toccoa and Elizabeth Ingram with Sandman. The placements for Elizabeth Ingram in the Georgia National Fair ALSA Llama Show/Intermediate Youth Division were 2nd in Pack, 2nd in Obstacle, 3rd in PR, 2nd in Showmanship and she earned Reserve Performance Champion. The placements for Bai-
ley Jones in the Georgia National Fair ALSA Llama Show/Intermediate Youth Division were 3rd in Pack, 3rd in Obstacle, 1st in PR and 3rd in Showmanship and her placements for the Southeast Regional Championship Llama Show were 2nd in Pack, 1st in Obstacle, 2nd
in PR, 2nd in Showmanship, 2nd in Youth Judging and she earned Reserve Performance Champion. Congratulations to both girls who did a great job.
Veterans Day happenings Benton Elementary School is collecting items for Operation Sandbox Georgia to ship to soldiers serving in Afghanistan and Iraq, with the collection wrapping up on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. Benton will be honoring veterans during a Nov.
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what the Leadership Weekend is all about,” said Beatty. Smith then explained that some of the student’s success stories will bring tears to your eyes. One student was living in her car and had moved six times within a few months; another student was working in the 12 for Life program and was using his
Bailey Jones, left, and Pineapple received the Intermediate Youth Performance Grand Champion Award from the blue judge and the Intermediate Youth Performance Reserve Grand Champion Award from the red judge and the ILR Reserve Grand Champion Intermediate Award. Andie Ellett, right, and Onyx received the ALSA Junior Youth Performance Grand Champion Award from both judges and the ILR Junior Youth Performance Grand Champion Award.
11 program at 11 a.m. with lunch being served. sss Jefferson High School will hold its 12th annual Veterans Day program at 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 11, in the school auditorium. Special seating will be desig-
nated for veterans and their families. The two programs are school-wide assemblies and will be followed by a reception in the media center for veterans and their families. Veterans who will be attending area asked to contact Rae Jackson at the school at 706-367-2881 or 706-367-2884 prior to Nov. 11.
check to pay his family’s power and water bill as well as helping to buy groceries. So this opportunity is not just for a resume, this opportunity truly changes lives and gives students a reason to stay in school as well as a reason to continue to dream. For more information about GPP and to find out how businesses can get involved, visit www.gppartnership.org or contact Hilda Smith at 706-362-7078.
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Agnes Morton, who grew up in and spent most of her life in Talmo, planned to quietly celebrate her 100th birthday on Tuesday, Oct. 29, at New Horizons Limestone in Gainesville. Longtime neighbor Carol Dean McEver said Mrs. Morton spends much of her day sleeping but she is also eager to hear about what’s going on in Talmo. When she was living in Talmo, Mrs. Morton “read a lot and enjoyed people; she is a people person,” said McEver. If you ever needed an extra piano player, you could call on Agnes, said McEver, who, along with a friend, will visit with the birthday girl a day early. Relative Cecil Blackstock and his wife will visit with Mrs. Morton on Tuesday.
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Community Happenings Jefferson’s Holiday Market will be this weekend at the Jefferson Civic Center with a wine and cheese reception from 7-9 p.m. on Friday. Admission is $8 and includes Saturday and Sunday entry to great holiday shopping. The Jefferson Civic Center and Main Street Jefferson team up to sponsor the Holiday Market which will have handmade jewelry, pottery, gourd art, other crafts, candles, soaps, floral designs, children’s accessories and clothing, pet items, baked goods and more. On Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., admission is $3 and also provides for Sunday entry. From noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, admission is $2. sss The Tree House has cleaned out the closets, cleaned out storage, cleaned out the cupboards, and we need to clean out the shed so The Tree House is having a yard sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5. The Tree House has its main location at 173 Highland Drive in Winder. See thetreehouseinc. org for more information about the children’s advocacy center which serves Barrow, Banks and Jackson counties. The Tree House’s Supervised Visitation program, in both Barrow and Jackson counties, is in need of volunteers. Evening positions available, must be 18+, and training will be provided. Please
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Continued from 3B “I rescued 43 dogs in the Jefferson area and found homes for all of them,” said Doster. Two were sent to North Carolina, and she found a home for one dog in Boston. Another dog was sent to Colorado and 11 dogs were sent to homes in Alabama. Doster has worked with Athens K-9 Rescue, Helping Paws and Pawtropolis in Athens and now is focusing on her Art for Paws business as a full-time endeavor since being laid off by the Jackson County Humane Society’s Retail Store. She continues to work with her non-profit organization, Hand-N-Paw, and has taken her trained pit bull, Stubby, into Jefferson Academy, Jefferson Elementary School, Gum Springs Middle School and Hill Haven to teach children and adults the importance of humane education, companion pets, pet care, bite prevention and healing pets. She especially loves the fact that her pit bull, Stubby, named after Sgt. Stubby, the World War I hero, is allowed to bring a change of mindset about the pit bull breed into local schools and nursing homes. “There are two huge aspects that must be taught in order to be successful in
contact Ida Segars at 770-868-1900 for more information. sss The Braselton Woman’s Club will revisit the Founder’s Day Celebration at noon on Wednesday, Nov. 6. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome to attend and we are happy to announce our new meeting place at Country Inn & Suites, located at 925 Highway 124 in Braselton. The Braselton Woman’s Club is a diverse and supportive group of women who unite in fellowship to serve their community by promoting education and civic responsibility. Look for us on Facebook/Braselton Woman’s Club. If you have any questions, contact Jo Longo at 706-654-9266. sss Leftover Pets offers low cost spay/neuter surgeries at the clinic located at 10 Barrow Park Drive in Winder . October 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, $50 for a female cat and $35 for a male cat. All surgery prices include a free rabies vaccination. No extra fees are added for in heat or pregnant animals. For more information on clinic services, visit http://www.leftoverpets. org. Appointments are
dealing with pets: humane education and the importance of a spay-and-neuter program,” said Doster. Doster says her grandfather could draw and assumes that is where she inherited her talent. She recalls doodling horses on the back of her notes in high school and followed her love of art into college by pursuing a degree in Horticulture and Interior Design at the University of Georgia. She works with Animal Rescue of the Rockies, Best Friends Animal Society and has donated art to the Jefferson Fire Department as well. She currently resides in Jefferson with her four dogs, two cats and a bunny. “Education is a vital tool for not only enriching our own lives and those of our companion friends, but is also the key to ending suffering of our homeless four legged friends and reducing the numbers of pets surrendered to shelters every day,” said Doster. For more information about Lisa Doster, Art for Paws or Hand-N-Paw, visit her website at www.artforpaws.net. Her portraits prices and sizes are listed there and she can ship portraits to anywhere in the United States. You can also Like her Facebook page, Art for Paws, at www.facebook.com/pages/Art-forPaws/276587989069353.
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required and must be made by calling 800-9785226 sss Buford Corn Maze and South Hall Community Food Pantry are teaming up to feed the hungry of Hall County. Proceeds from food concessions from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Nov. 2 will benefit the Pantry’s efforts to feed the hungry. In 2012, 1343 families were served. Drop by for homemade chili, hotdogs and yummy desserts. Help SHCFP fill its empty bags. Canned food items are welcomed and encouraged. The location is 4470 Bennett Road at the corner of Friendship Road and Hog Mountain Road in Buford. Homemade chili is $5 a bowl and hot dogs are $2 each. Yummy desserts sold separately See www. bufordcornmaze.com for Maze and Haunted Forest ticket prices. South Hall Community Food Pantry has been feeding the hungry of Hall County in body and spirit since 2005. It is located at 4211 Walnut St., Oakwood behind the city pool. See www.shcfp.org or email treasurer@shcfp.org. sss
The Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce will get an update of the progress of Northeast Georgia Health System at the Nov. 6 Business & Breakfast meeting. Sponsored by Northeast Georgia Health System, the meeting will begin at 7:30 a.m. in the Jackson EMC auditorium in Jefferson. Anthony Williamson, vice president of NGHS’ Greater Braselton Development, will provide the progress update. sss Celebrate the Holidays in Braselton. The annual Lighting of the Tree in front of Braselton Brothers Store will be Nov. 9 with a Movie Under the Stars to follow in Braselton Park. The T’is the Season to Run for A Reason Jingle Jog is a 5K and 1-mile fun run benefiting BraseltonHoschton Relay For Life will begin at 9 a.m. at Braselton Park with checkin at 8 a.m. Registration is $20 in advance and $25 on race day. Registration forms are available around the community or contact Kathy TowerSolis at 678-772-3749 or ktsolis@bellsouth.net
The tree-lighting program will get under way at 5 p.m. with musical entertainment and holiday prizes being awarded to youngsters. A special guest will be on hand to help light the tree and – who knows, there could be snow…. The following weekend, the excitement of the holidays continues on Nov. 16 with a festival atmosphere in Braselton Park where vendors will be set up from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A 10:30 a.m. parade with the theme – “An American Christmas”– will find floats, walking units and other entries making their way through town. sss The annual Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce Woman of the Year luncheon will be held Wednesday, Nov. 20, at the Braselton Stover House in Braselton. Peach State Federal Credit Union is again presenting the Woman of the Year luncheon Ronda Rich, best-selling author and syndicated columnist, first exploded on the national stage over a decade ago with the wildly successful
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What Southern Women Know (That Every Woman Should), a book now in its 32nd printing. Her novel The Town That Came A-Courtin’, will be a television movie for Valentine’s, 2014. It stars Lauren Holly and the much beloved Valerie Harper. The annual Woman of the Year luncheon is a wonderful time to celebrate the hardworking and successful women throughout Jackson County. sss The public is invited to Gwinnett County’s Veterans Day Ceremony at 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 11, at the Fallen Heroes Memorial on the grounds of the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center in Lawrenceville. This event is held each year to celebrate our county’s military veterans and public service personnel. Members of the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners and honor guard units from the Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services, Police Department, Sheriff’s Office and the Lawrenceville Police Department will take part.
Tea Party Patriots ask about Affordable Health Care experience “The Bulwark against Government Tyranny: The Constitutional Principle of States Rights” is the topic of the next meeting of the Tea Party Patriots of Jackson County. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14, at Northeast Church in Braselton. Roger Fitzpatrick, a retired United States Marine and a retired educator, will be the speaker. Fitzpatrick taught school and served as principal of a local elementary school. Following his presentation and questions from the audience, there will be an approximately 1- to 20-minute “Audience Response Time” to the question: “Who has tried to access the Affordable Health Care Website? What was your experience?” Meetings of the Tea Party Patriots of Jackson County begin with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. Usually they begin with the singing of “The Star Spangled Banner” or another patriotic song.
The group has been fortunate in being able at most meetings to have had the presentation of the colors by a trained and uniformed Honor Guard. Most recently, Fitzpatrick was a candidate in the race for the U.S. Congress, District 9 US House of Representatives. He speaks often before civic and other public groups and has distinguished himself by a thorough knowledge of the U.S. Constitution and by his ability to communicate constitutional principles in clear and readily understandable language. He is a member of the U.S. Marine Reserves and is president of the Lanier Tea Party. He and his wife have two sons and two grandsons. The Tea Party Patriots of Jackson County is a grassroots movement of local citizens from Jackson and neighboring counties who have a strong interest in the well-being of America and who are concerned about the overall direction of the country in the last several decades. Many members express a deeply
felt concern over the nature of the country and culture that will be passed on to their children and grandchildren. Whereas many members identify themselves as politically conservative, in regard to political party affiliation and endorsement of specific candidates for public office, the group is non-partisan. Citizens of all political parties and identifications or of none are invited to participate in the meetings. As the future of America, youth, students and young adults and families are welcomed and encouraged to participate. While retaining its independence as a local citizens’ group, the Tea Party Patriots of Jackson County is registered with the National Tea Party Patriots and adheres to its three principles of constitutionally limited government, sound fiscal responsibility and the American free market system. Northeast Church is located at 2001 Cherry Drive in the Braselton Tech Center on Highway 53 (Exit 129 off I-85).
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Man struggles to accept ex in his new relationship
Dear John: Recently, I left a 10-year relationship. I’m now dating “Anna,” who has a 9-year-old son. She also left an 11-year relationship with “Jack.” I’m having a hard time dealing with the fact that she still has ties to him for her son’s sake. I know that they need to be civil, but every time he calls or if they have to do things together for the child, I don’t handle it well. Anna and I fight over this constantly, and we get nowhere. Why do I feel threatened? Why does it bother me that he still loves her? I’m not a jealous guy, but this is killing me! Anna doesn’t understand why I get upset, and I really can’t explain it myself. I think she would understand if I had daily contact with my ex! She tells me that she loves me very much and wants to be with me for the rest of her life. — On Edge, in Austin, Texas Dear On Edge: Life is filled with many rough
John Gray edges. Our relationships will never be ideal because those we bring into our lives have desires, obligations and support systems of their own to maintain. Here’s the reality: Because Anna’s ex-boyfriend was there throughout the life of her son and he played an active role in the boy’s life, he will stay a part of their lives as long as he wants and as long as they let him. If you want your relationship to survive and prosper, you’re going to have to admit to Anna your jealousy toward her ex. Better Anna understand your sensitivity than to let her think that you’re illtempered. You’ll also have to accept her ex in his new role: that
of a supportive male mentor to her son. This is the best gift you can give Anna, along with your own involvement in her son’s life.
items go into a box. Know this: You can best measure his love for you by his actions toward you, not his decor.
Dear John: Since his separation followed by divorce three years ago, my boyfriend still has some of his ex-wife’s belongings at his place. Does this imply an attachment to the past or a refusal to let go? Is it hope for reconciliation or has he just not bothered to throw them away? — Confused, in Westchester, N.Y. Dear Confused: It could mean any of these things or none of them. You have nothing to worry about, and you shouldn’t make this an issue between the two of you. If and when you take the step of marrying or living together, that would be the appropriate time to ask him why he has her things around. He may not even know the answer to that. When that time comes, you can suggest that these
Dear John: I have been in a long distance relationship for three years now, ever since my boyfriend got a job in Belgium. I have visited, but I have not yet made a decision to move there permanently because I am divorced and have two young children. This is still a dilemma for me because I really love this man. I feel like I need to make the decision to either move to be with him and leave my kids behind, only seeing them in the summer and on school breaks, or try and take them, uprooting them from their father and the family they have here. Both options seem selfish. What’s your advice? — In No Man’s Land, in Charlotte, N.C. Dear No Man’s Land: As I see it, if it is indeed important to you that your ex-husband keeps playing
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an integral role in your children’s lives, you also have a third option: Seek a relationship closer to home. Clearly, this is a difficult decision, and you alone must make the choice to follow where your heart leads.
Dear John: My husband, “Alan,” and I have children with other people. When it comes to the father of my children, Alan will easily get upset and vent to me about something he feels their father did wrong. I don’t mind him talking to me about this at all. In fact, I really like that he comes to me and talks things out. However, he never gets upset with his son’s mother, no matter what she does. It’s like she can do no wrong, even at times when both these parents do the same exact thing. I’ve tried explaining to him how this makes me feel, but he doesn’t understand. It’s almost as if he’s still in love with her. — Too Many Ex’s, in Columbia, S.C. Dear Too Many: First
things first: He is not still in love with her, but he has obviously decided that he will not contradict or negotiate with her on certain parenting issues. This is his decision. Should he ask your opinion as to what he should do, you should offer it. But if you continue to do so without being asked, it will probably remain an issue of contention between the two of you and that would be a shame. It’s a losing battle to initiate comparisons of how each of you treats your expartners. On the other hand, as you currently welcome his involvement in the parenting issues that come up between you and your expartner, maybe he will be wise enough to learn from your example. Considering that there are children involved, it is a blessing that he and his exwife get along at all. Ask others who don’t have that courtesy in their lives. John Gray is the author of “Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus.”
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Costumed canines show support for Pup & Cat Co. On Oct. 20, there were 10 canine entrants, plus one canine acting as the host, participating in Braselton Antique Mall’s first Canine Costume Contest. Each entrant paid $5 to compete for top dog status and win the first-place prize of $25. “We were really pleased with the turnout,” said event organizer Ryan Langford. “It was exactly what we wanted it to be; a fun afternoon for pet owners to come together and socialize with their dogs.” It was also for a good cause. Proceeds from the event were to be donated to Pup & Cat Co., a no-kill shelter and fostering organization that
serves the Braselton area. “We always knew we were going to give to a no-kill
shelter, though we picked Pup & Cat based on a recommendation by Dr. Linda Rentfrow at Braselton Animal Hospital,” said For The Paper Langford. “They were Savannah Horton, pic- very pleased when we tured far L, with Boo, phoned them to let them winner of the small dog know what we were docategory, all “pinked” ing.” Canines played up in celebration of around in the open Breast Cancer Aware- green space at Davis ness Month; top, Bro- Street until it was time die, Aimee and Wookie to meet with judges. dressed as Kristi’s Coun- Once all the dogs had try Store biker gang met with the judges a small parade was held won the large dog for the participants and category. At L, Mac the spectators. Then during border collie is really the awards ceremony something amazing hapinto football. pened when both first
place winners donated their cash prizes. Kristi McCook and Stacie Ricketts with Brodie, Aimee and Wookie were the firstplace winners in the large dog category and Savannah Horton with Boo were the first-place winners in small dog category. “I was really touched. Yes, we were doing it for a good cause, but we didn’t expect to see that kind of generosity. They brought our donation fund up to $165. It’s really outstanding for the hour we spent together in the park and now we have a goal to try and top next year.” Ursula Miller, spokesperson for Pup & Cat Co., received the money on Oct. 25.
Gentle Interventions will benefit from Saturday’s art festival By Lisa Laskey
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Old Town Flowery Branch will host its first judged and juried arts festival from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 2 along Main Street, with a portion of proceeds going to help families of terminally ill children. A silent auction at the historic train depot will run until 4 p.m., with 100 percent of funds raised going to Gentle Interventions, which supports families whose children have been diagnosed with mitochondrial disorder. A portion of booth rental fees will also be donated. Lakeview Art Center owner Karron Denaple is organizing the event that will include a wide-variety of artists and mediums. Oil, acrylic and watercolor pieces will be alongside that of mixed media, clay and woodworking. Artists will be in the running for awards, including cash. Denaple said juried artists will have their booths positioned back-to-back in the center and along the length of Main Street for easy viewing. This will allow easy access to the street’s permanent merchants. Other vendors will be scattered around the historic district, encouraging a festival feel. Shane’s Rib Shack has committed as a food vendor. Other options include gourmet ice cream, boiled peanuts and pork rinds also will be available, Denaple said. “The Flowery Branch High School Art Club will be joining us,” Denaple said. “I am so excited to have them. They will be helping, as well as selling their work, and may be facepainting too.” Gentle Interventions was formed eight years ago by Donna Davis and her husband Dan. Davis explained that mitochondrial disorder is always fatal, with the average age of succumbing to the
Flowery Branch Main Street Art Festival ■■ 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 2 ■■ Silent auction, historic train depot, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ■■ Judged and juried arts festival ■■ Art available for sale. ■■ Admission is free. Sponsored by Lakeview Art Center
DNA-related disease age 10. “My husband was a Shriner
and he met this little girl and she has mitochondrial (disorder),” Davis said. “The child’s Medicaid had been terminated by the state, because the sole income of the father was $46 over the allowable limit to qualify... “The government does not take into account the expenses of a terminal child and the effect it has on the entire family,” Davis continued. “The everyday expenses of a normal household, without a terminal child, are expensive. But to factor in prescription co-pays of 25 to 30
medications a month — that $46 is gone in less than a day.” The couple self-funded Gentle Interventions for a number of years, and now assists approximately 20 area families with the additional contributions. Assistance may be in the form of a financial bridge for essentials like groceries, utilities and mortgage shortfalls, but the organization was created to also be a place of emotional support. “They (the children) have to have around-the-clock nursing,” Davis said.
To counteract the stress of the day-to-day, Gentle Interventions hosts family-focused events including Thanksgiving and a Christmas party, complete with gifts. “We try to make their childhoods as normal as possible,” Davis said. “Ninetypercent of the time, we hear from our families daily. They know us as mama and papa.” An artist, tenured gallery owner and past festival organizer, Denaple said she selected Gentle Interventions as the festival’s charitable recipient after attending one of the organization’s events, and meeting the children and families. “I knew we had to do this,” she said. To learn more about Gentle Interventions and the families
it serves, visit www.gentleinterventions.org.
Vickie Martin’s artwork will be entered in the upcoming artfest in Flowery Branch.
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your desire to help our clients succeed. Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license with good driving record are required. 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 offer a competitive salary & bonus plan as well as comprehensive benefits benefits package. Email your resume and letter of interest including salary requirements to: hr@ gainesville times.com No phone calls please. EOE/M/H JOIN THE POULTRY TIMES TEAM! Professional? Prepared? Producer? We are looking for individuals who will impact our bottom line and provide solid customer satisfaction experience. You will work with a seasoned and award winning staff of dedicated and dependable team builders and team players. Primary duties include developing new business while working to meet and exceed monthly sales quotas. A working knowledge of Excel software, advertising layout and design is helpful, but more important is your desire to help our clients succeed. Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license with good driving record are required. 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 both online and telephone sales. Ability to develop long-term relationships with advertisers. We offer offer a competitive salary & bonus plan as well as comprehensive benefits benefits package. Email your resume and letter of interest including salary requirements to: hr@ gainesville times.com No phone calls please. EOE/M/H Publishers of Northeast Georgia’s premier telephone and website directo ries, internet solu tions and websites is now accepting applications for YELLOW PAGE ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES in the Gainesville area. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years experience in advertising sales. Base salary plus commissions to start. High earnings potential! Please fax resume to 770-297-2842 or call 770-297-2840. You may send resume to marks@ypsouth.com
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Tired of working at the same location every day? Do you like traveling and meeting new people while fulfilling still fulfi lling a challenging job? Great opportunity with regional surgical company specializing in ophthalmology. We are seeking an individual with surgical experience certified that is certifi ed in one of the following areas: Certified Certifi ed Surgical Certified Tech, Certifi ed Ophthalmic Certified Assistant, Certifi ed Ophthalmic Certified Tech, or Certifi ed Ophthalmic Surgical Tech. We are a mobile surgical company covering the Southeast. Candidate must certified be certifi ed . Must be a great team player with both organizational and people skills. Must be able to work under pressure in an ever-changing environment. Travel may average up to 2 nights per week. Salary plus incentive bonus benefits. with full benefi ts. If you feel that you are a qualified qualified candidate, please send your resume to acraig@accusite surgical.com.
Misc. Help Wanted 2 Have Fun & Make $$. Cash paid daily. 20 people needed. . 678971-5302. No exp. necessary. BAIL BONDSMAN Sat & Sun, days. Fill-in if neessary. Ideal for Retiree. 770-846-0400 DO YA! DO YA! DO YA! Wanna Dance No Experience Needed Please Call Sunny 770-536-3759 Top of Gainesville DRIVERS/DRIVER HELPERS for immediate Hire. Make around $16.95 hr & up. Must have good MVR/21 or older. Company vehicles provided. Paid Training. Management Positions available. Call 678-4569190 EARN EXTRA MONEY Deliver the YP Real Yellow Pages Gainesville, GA Area FT/PT, Daily work, get paid in 72 hrs Must be 18 or older, have driver’s license and insured vehicle 800-422-1955 Call for more info MonFri, 8am-4:30pm or email us at deliverphonebooksse@ directrac.com Mention “Gainesville” Help Gainesville Apt. Community has positions available for F/T & P/T Leasing Consultant & F/T Maintenance Service Technicians. To schedule interview call 770-287-8292. Drug Free Workplace. E.O.E.
Office/Clerical Offi ce/Clerical
The Communications and Publications Department at Brenau University, located in Gainesville, GA invites applicants for the position of Administrative Assistant. Details are available on our website at https://brenau. applicantstack. com/x/openings Front desk personEntry level position for full time person answering multi lines. Candidate must be organized, dependable & can multitask. Assist office staff with general office duties. Exp. with MS Word, Excel & Outlook preferred. Team player who has initiative, can prioritize & handle responsibility. Buford Location, $9 -10.50 start. Send resume to: resumes@infinity resumes@infinity construction.net
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Part-Time Help Wanted At Home Or Office Office PT/FT, 20/30 hrs wkly. $200-600 wkly Phone skills & C/S Exp Required. Paid TrainingBuford Office. Office. Dental Care Rx 770-271-1115 SAWNEE EMC: Custodial/Maint. Support Person benefits) (P/T, no benefi ts) for janitorial work. Requires: H.S. diploma or equivalency; valid GA driver’s license, some heavy lifting and flexibility flexibility for alternate shift assignments, overtime and irregular work hours. Applicants must present completed application prior to 5pm. Nov. 8th. Applications available: 543 Atlanta Hwy, Cumming. EOE-M/F/D/V. Drug free workplace (www.sawnee.com)
Production Production Planning/Purchasing Manager Remanufacturing operation in Pendergrass has an qualified opening for a qualifi ed individual to manage production planning and purchasing for all activities inside plant. Individual will manage production planning with inventory substitution analysis and procure available parts to build product within scheduled delivery dates and maintain procedures for acquiring items needed in production and operations. Qualified Qualifi ed individual MUST have extensive SAP skills that support production planning and purchasing activity; minimum five five years previous experience in remanufacturing, manufacturing or assembly operations. Individual will manage daily production and inventory needs, warehouse and inventory. Knowledge of manufacturing processes w or remanufacturing concepts is a must. Good benefi benefitt package and comfortable working environment. We are an EOE. Send resume with salary requirements to XHR.D@deutzusa.com. Subject line should read: PP-GT. Resumes without salary requirements and applicants without extensive SAP experience will not be considered.
Restaurant Help
TOP PAY *HOST *SERVERS *COOKS *DISHWASHER *RETAIL Finally a job that pays you what you’re worth!!! Medical, Dental, life, 401k, Paid Vacations, Weekly Pay Apply in person at: Buford Location Friendship Rd. off I-985 www.cracker barrel. com EOE DENNY’S RESTAURANT new to the city of Gainesville, now seeking Gen. Managers & Asst. Managers. Send resume to: wknoxt@gmail.com or call 404-918-9155
Trades Commercial Cabinet Installers, Builders, Corian Fabricators, Laminator (Braselton) needed for commercial cabinets ONLY. Must have commercial cabinetry experience to be considered. Call 770967-9458. Southeastern Caseworks in Braselton Gainesville Truck Center Now Hiring: DIESEL TECHNICIAN with 2yrs exp. Apply at 2145 Athens Hwy,. Gainesville, GA 30507 Sawnee EMC: Mechanic with diesel engine experience to perform mechanical work on company trucks and equipment. Requires:
H.S. diploma or equivalency; valid GA driver’s license, CDL preferred, some heavy lifting and flexibility flexibility for alternate shift assignments. Applicants must present completed application prior to 5pm., November 14th. Applications available at 543 Atlanta Highway, Cumming. EOE-M/F/D/V. Drug free workplace. (www.sawnee.com) Seeking experienced SERVICE TECHS & INSTALLERS for local HVAC company in Oakwood. Call 770532-0731
Truck Drivers CDL DRIVERS Needed Tuition paid by Federal Grants or VA Benefi ts Benefits 770-614-6022 or 1-877-GET-A-CDL Call and see if you Qualify in 5 minutes! dtruckschool.com CLASS A CDL DRIVERS needed P/T on weekends to haul feed in Gainesville. Local, benefits. home daily, benefits. Must have good MVR able and 2yrs verifi verifiable experience. Call Bruce 678-936-8279 CLASS A CDL Drivers-Local & OTR needed. Must have clean MVR, 2 yrs. exp. Must comply with all DOT reg. Apply: 4880 Leland Dr. Cumming, GA or Call 770-887-6117 DEDICATED ACCOUNT Based In Gainesville, GA. Average$60,000/Yr *Great Home Time *Medical Plans & 401K Avail CDL-A w/1 yr. T/T exp. 800-879-7826 www.ruan.com/ jobs RUAN Dedicated to Diversity EOE Driver needed to transport teams and equipment throughout the Southeast. Responsible for loading/unloading medical equipment and setting up/ breaking-down medical equipment. Must abide by all USDOT rules and regulations. Full Time Position with Benefits. Benefits. Overnight travel required. CDL not required, will be pulling enclosed equipment trailer (17foot). Travel expenses are covered by company and arranged prior to travel. Must have background check, drug screen and 7 year MVR available. Resume to acraig@ accusite surgical.com Driver SOUTHERN FREIGHT, INC SOUTHEAST REGIONAL RUNS!!! *Flexible Hometime *Driver Friendly Freight *NO Northeast Lanes *SIGN ON BONUS!! *CDL Class A w/hazmat 877-893-9645 or apply www.southernfreight .com OTR & LOCAL DRIVERS NEEDED Class A CDL with Tanker End. & 2 years T/T exp. REQ’D. Clean driving record past 3 yrs. Some weekends required. *We are also currently hiring for a Loader & Yard Manager Benefits Benefits include: Excellent benefits, benefits, 401k, Safety, Longevity, Fuel Conservation Bonuses & Paid Vacation Lawson Trucking Call Debbie: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM 800-239-3877 OTR DRIVER Clean MVR with at least 2 yrs exp. reqd. For info call: Mitchell Reddick Trucking 404668-4554
Stuff Appliances WASHER & DRYER Kenmore. Exc Cond. $250. 770-983-1507
Furniture 9 pc Dining Room Setw/stone inlay. Almost new! Round table, 6 buffet/china chairs, 2pc buffet/china hutch. $800/obo. Call 11a-11p. 678-696-5295 Beautiful Solid Oak Dining Room Furniture Excellent condition. Table (42in x60in, 2 extentions to 96in), 6 side and 2 arm chairs - $850. Lighted China Cabinet (45”w, 82”h 17”d) - $450. Sold together - $1200. Antique Bronze Crystal Chandelier 6 lights - $220. Colorful kitchen chandelier - $120, 2 Pendants- $40/ both. 2 large (37in x 28in) vanity mirrors, $40 each; both for $75. Pick-up only-Flowery Branch, no delivery. Email for pictures. 678-362-3289. dawn731@ bellsouth.net LOVE SEAT, Haverty’s, taupe color, exc. shape, pillows incl., $250; UPRIGHT FREEZER, white, $50. 770-983-0658
Misc. For Sale DEER HUNTING STANDS; Metal Shelving 770-532-2843 First Annual Fall Bazaar -Sat, Nov. 2nd, Flowery Branch United Methodist Church on Spring St. off Atlanta Hwy. Look for Signs! 8am-3pm. Silent auction items, antiques and collectibles, jewelry, quilts, crafts, household, clothes & Bake Sale. Huge Sale in many rooms in the church. Hot dogs, soda & chips also for sale. Handi House shed10x20, wired, insulated, $2400. Buyer must move. 678-630-3117 Moving - Furniture For Sale-Living room suite; New Washer & Dryer. $500. 706-461-0707 RANCH MINK COAT, finger tip length, dark, finger like new, $500; Many other items at great prices. Call Mike 770744-8721
Pets & Supplies AKC GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES 500 WITH 1ST SHOTS/ DEWORMED. NATASHA 678-989-9522 FREE KITTENS - Gray, short haired, potty trained. 706-654-1885; 678-778-2966 Rescued 2 KITTENSFree. Help find find Homes. gray/white Tiger; Blk & wht Tuxedo. 9wks. 678-350-5535 YORKIE Puppy. Male. All shots. $475. 678-836-3605
Wanted To Buy WANT TO BUY- Old Manual Typewriter in Good Cond. Royal preferred. 770-586-0299
Homes-Rentals ApartmentsUnfurnished $ BEST VALUE $ Close To Town Ready to move in Spring Valley Apt 1BR/1BA from $600/mo 2BR/2BA from $725/mo Brandon Place Apt 2BR/2BA Flats $675/mo Great Locations Call Jacky today 678-779-2687 1BD/1BA Apt. Nice! Dwntwn/Green St. $500+Dep. Call 404643-8302 1BR. Nice. In City $550/mo. 404-252-3325 2BR/1BA. den, frplc, appls. $895/mo incld utils. 770-539-2938 3BR APT., appls & water furn., New Holland. $495. 678-316-5276
QUAINT! 1BR. City’s north side. $525/m + dep. 770-532-1347 STUDIO - 3bd BLOW OUT!! $250 1st mo.. 770-5360508
Business Property For Rent RETAIL SPACE AVAILABLE1,000, 2000 or 3,000 sq ft. McEver Rd. frontage. lake access both sides. Chevron Strip Center, Call for appointment 678-910-5615
Condominiums For Rent 2/2 w/Garage, Quiet, 1 story, Sardis. Lawn care $775/mo. 770-967-6599
Duplexes For Rent 2BR/1BA in Oakwood, $725/mo incls. all utils. 770-540-7571
Houses For RentUnfurnished 3BR/2BA - $1085 Unfin bsmt. Great loc. Unfin fireplace 2 car gar, Lake, fireplace 770-539-4400
Oakwood - 2/1.5, yard very safe, H/A $645$725. 678-357-5044
SEA RAY 1999230 Bow Rider. 260 HP, 5.7L, Mercruiser Motor, Magic Tilt Trailer, Bimini Top, Boat Cover, Snap In Carpet Liner, Low Hours. $7,500. Call Ray at 404-314-8822
RV’s/Travel Trailers DENALI 2009- 31ft. All the bells & whistles! Exc Cond. Great price! 770-531-4341 JAYCO 2008- Eagle. 32’ on leased river lot in Cherokee, N.C. Front kitch, 3 burner stove w/oven, micro-wave, 2dr refrig, 2 slides w/ topper, king size bed, sofa hide-a-bed, electric awning w/deck, LCD TV, adobe sound system, Near casino, downtown Cherokee, Maggie Valley & Gatlinburg. $19,500/ obo. 770-531-1716 or 770-530-5526
All Terrain Vehicles
4040 OLIVER DR. 3/2. $750mo + $750 dp. N. Hall. 770-354-9505
POLARIS, 4 Wheeler, forward & reverse, 4WD, good cond., $2,500 770532-3953
4BR/2.5BA, in City, $1,200/mo. 770-5347596
Antique Cars/Trucks
Apts/Homes. General Property Mgmt. 770-287-1456 www. callapartments.com E. Hall 3/2. Cute, lrg yrd 2 story, porches, bmt $850+dp. 678-316-0708 HOUSES & APTS. Avail in Gainesville & Hall Co. The Simpson Co. 770-532-9911 No Rent Until November 1st $0 application fee Homes From $699 a month Expires 10/31/13 Call Sun Homes 888-246-2803 Countrysidelake lanier.com EHO WAC REDUCED RATE Free Rent Starting at $85/wk. N & S Hall & Gainesville. 770-534-7596
Lake Home For Rent 3/2, cbn 10 acres. 6 mn, dock, furnsd. 724.316-3925 $1,000/mo
Mobile Homes For Rent ALTO, GA 2BR/1BA $500/mo or $125/wk. No pets. 678-316-8584 Gainesville near 985 3BR/1BA . $500/mo; $300 dep. 678-617-0609 N. HALL. 3BR/2BA $600/mo. Inquiries 8-4pm 770-861-8464
FORD 1967 F-100 Ranger. Classic Truck for Sale. Has 352 V-8 with C-6 Automatic Transmission. This popular short bed truck was re-painted several years ago with the light blue and white color combination. The bench seat, carpeting, and inside door coverings were also redone by previous owner. Showing just over 37,000 miles but speedometer cable is not working. Converted to dual exhaust with the rumble of glass packs. Asking $9,750.00. Reasonable off offers ers considered. Call 863-594-4747 or 863-594-4748. Leave message. CHEVY 1963 Impala 4dr Has 350 eng to be installed. Good project car. $2500 or trade. 678617-5560; 678-546-9184 VW 1973 Super Beetle. Approx 85% restored, sunrf, 144,253 miles, pictures available. $7999. 770-869-1613
Autos For Sale
Roommates Wanted MEN- Low$ Pvt home, Fur Br, All Priv + Xtras, Oakwd 770-530-1110 PVT. furn. rooms w/ Dish, no dep/utils. $115$125/wk. 678-328-9980
Homes & Real Estate Acreage For Sale Deer Hunters- 15 acres Oglethorpe cnty. 1 room Cabin. Fescue, hardwoods, stream. Secluded on private road backed by primitive acreage, river and trophy club. $85k. 706-769-3727
Investement Property RENTAL POTENTIAL 2 Mobile Homes on 2.13 acres. Crystal Cove area off Hwy 53. 828-4792315
Recreation Boats & Marine
FORD 1999 Contour SE. Great economy car. Looks & Runs Good! Everything Works! Solid transportation. $2150. 678-200-0812 CADILLAC 2010 SRX. 29k, 32mpg, Show room new. GPS. Loaded. $34, 950. 706-301-9101 CHEVY 1999 Corvette. C-5 Cpe. Pewter, auto., 111k, new tires/ wheels. $13,000. 678-455-5629; 770-374-2129
Import Cars
TOYOTA 2008 Avalon XLS. Exc Cond. Loaded. No accidents. $15,495. 706-754-8472 or 706968-4033 BMW 1996 Don’t Miss This Deal. $895. Special Sale Price! This is no down payment. Kevin Jim Waters Motors 770-530-1140 HONDA 2004 Civic 2dr, 5spd manual, red with black interior. Exc Cond. 770-540-1215
Nice 25 ft. Regal Cruiser w/Aluminum Trailer. Extra clean Cabin, Sleeps 4. New Batteries & Auto Battery Charger. Head w/shower & water heater. Refrig & Stove. $6500. 770-776-9679
KAWASAKI KX65 RACE READY DIRT BIKE!! THIS IS ONE OF THE LAST RACE READY YOUTH DIRT BIKES THAT IS POWERED BY A VERY QUICK 2-STROkE ENGINE!! 6 SPEED TRANSMISSION W/ CLUTCH ALLOWS RIDER TO GET THE MOST OUT OF THIS MOTOR CROSS RACE READY MOTORCYCLE. THIS BIKE IS 100% STOCK, NO AFTERMARKET MODS, NEVER RACED. RODE AROUND THE FARM BY OUR 12YEAR OLD, OUT GREW IT & NEEDS TO MOVE UP TO BIGGER BIKE. PROBABLY HAS LESS THAN 50 HRS TOTAL TIME ON ENGINE. $1950. SUPER CLEAN, SEE PIC’S, EMAIL ME FOR MORE PICS AND INFO: thalomid1@yahoo .com
Trucks
Wheels
3BR/2BA, 1022 Etta Vista Cr, $650+$850 dep No pets. 770-531-1095
IVY MANOR 2BR/1.5BA. $575. 770-614-8804 N.Hall- 3845 Trotter Rd. Gainesville 30506. 2BR/1.5BA w/freplc. gar, bsmt rm. $625 + $625 dep. 706-974-4766
REGAL 1999 Bow Rider. 18ft. Volvo engine completely rebuilt. $5000. 770-503-7957 678-232-4096
TOYOTA 1995-2001 Avalon & Camrys. 941483-0540
Motorcycles HARLEY DAVIDSON 1999. Dyna wide Glide FXDWG, lots of xtras, 4,300 miles, $6500. 770652-3385
FORD 2003 Lariat F350. Super Cab, 6.0L Diesel, 4x4, 66k miles, auto, Leather, Gooseneck Hitch, Exc. Condition inside and out. $15,500. Call David 706-654-9322 CHEVY 1988 Silverado. 1500. Z-71. Reg Cab. $795. Special Sale Price! Call Kevin Jim Waters Motors 770-530-1140 CHEVY 2004 SSR. Red Hardtop convt pickup. 5.3L, V8. auto, 13,550mi. $26,500/obo. Call 9a-9p 770-534-0077 FORD 2006 F350, 4X4, red, DRW, diesel, auto trans., new tires, 81,279 mi, bought new in N. GA, this is one of the cleanest trucks you’ll find. $16,500. find. 770-540-4705 YAMAHA 1996 ATV 4wheeler, 4WD w/front mounted winch; JEEP 1985- CJ7. 6cyl. w/ hard top & doors. FORD 1990 F-250. dual tanks. 770-530-9988
Vans
CHEVY 2002- 1500 Cargo Van. 127k. Runs Excellent! $7500/ obo. 678-943-5677 678-549-3346 CHRYSLER 1997 Town & Country. Everything works. Good tires. $2400. 770-983-9134