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Nicholson SPLOST spending questioned By LEANNE AKIN
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The Jackson County Board of Commissioners has requested an investigation by District Attorney Brad Smith into the Nicholson paving project which utilized $10,607 in Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax dollars. Bringing the recommendation of a citizen committee formed to provide watchdog oversight of spending of SPLOST V dollars, committee chairman Adam Pethel advised commissioners on Monday that a 100 percent reimbursement should be sought. On Friday, eight members of the committee and representatives of the technical committee met to review its findings related to questioned paving projects in Nicholson. Earlier in the week, members of the committee had made a site visit to the James Maxwell Road project area where they explored four sections which were indicated on a map developed using county GIS – a pri-
County commission asks for investigation by DA after citizen panel recommends money spent on nonlegitimate paving be reimbursed vately owned section which remains gravel; a privately owned section which was paved in 2013 but not with SPLOST V dollars; a section which was the remainder of the original county road which was apparently paved in 2014; and a section that was paved by the Georgia Department of Transportation during road realignment in 2005-2006. The committee discussed the issue during a 45-minute meeting, Pethel reported, and voted 4-3 to recommend Jackson County seek reimbursement of funds Nicholson expended for the paving project in question. There had been discussion about whether a lesser percentage should be sought since
some of the property still shows on county tax maps as right of way and is not privately owned although the roadway is not a thoroughfare for traffic. It is used by the property owners, members of the family of Nicholson Mayor Ronnie Maxwell, who, with council, would have oversight of the city approval process. A citizen attending Monday’s meeting advised he had obtained records indicating the 2013 paving of the third section was paid for with SPLOST dollars, but apparently not SPLOST V dollars, according to Jackson County Finance Director Logan Propes. The SPLOST V committee had indicated
issues with that section but any alleged misspending of SPLOST dollars would be an matter for someone other than the SPLOST V committee to address. State law changed which required new SPLOST collections, such as SPLOST V, to have a citizen panel to examine spending and utilize a technical committee to provide needed guidance. County Manager Kevin Poe said if Nicholson paid for the work on section 3 with SPLOST IV funds, no paperwork was turned in indicating that expenditure. At Friday’s meeting, Commission Chairman Tom Crow asked several questions, and commended the committee after its vote. “This has been a difficult situation; I appreciate you stepping up,” said Crow, who noted public confidence needs to be restored about proper properly of SPLOST dollars.
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Tripp in the spotlight
Nashville songwriter Donna Nolan Wilson, who lived in Winder for 12 years, was inspired to write the song, “The Little Boy That Could” when she saw the number of lives which were being touched as they followed the Tripp Halstead story. The youngster, who now lives in Jefferson, captured the hearts of Facebook followers after he was critically injured when a tree fell on him in the yard of his Winder daycare. She feels connected since her granddaughter attended day care in Winder and there is a Hurricane Sandy connection as that storm not only downed that tree but impacted her family and friends with devastation on Long Island. Tripp is also featured in her new book, and she is donating portion of the proceeds from book sales as well as from song downloads to the family. See more Page 2A.
Hero’s Ball honoring public safety officials being slated for Aug. 14
Temporary fire station should lower insurance rates for homeowners
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WEST JACKSON – West Jackson Fire Department’s Station 2 now has an engine assigned to it, meaning homeowners who had experienced a leap in insurance premiums from $650 to $3,000 should getting some relief. The temporary station, which is being made available by Richard and Audrey Barnes, will not be manned and is not on the department’s land which was purchased for the second station’s construction. That building project has been delayed by a lack of funding; the impact of a tax digest drop dealt a serious blow to plans for the station. Currently, the department is not able to purchase additional equipment needed to properly outfit new recruits and local businesses are conducting fundraising campaigns.
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Operations Forces (SOF) members. SOF consists of U.S. Special Operations Command, U.S. Army Special OperaIt is almost time for the fifth antions Command, Joint Special Operanual Hero’s Ball, a special event tions Command, Naval Special Warhonoring the West Jackson Fire fare Command, Air Force Special Department, Braselton Police DeOperations Command and Marine partment and the Jackson County Force Special Operations Command. Sheriff’s Office. Lt. Bill Stevens, a member of the The Hero’s Ball will be held FriOOV Board of Directors is thrilled to day, Aug. 14, at the Braselton-Stover be a part of yet another Hero’s Ball, House in Braselton. and wants the community to know The Hero’s Ball is hosted by Oper- Chris Irwin, what it is all about. ation One Voice (OOV), a program Hero’s Ball “Not only are we raising funds to designed by police officers, fire- 2015 guest support the families of wounded or fighters and community leaders. deceased Special Operations Forces speaker OOV works to raise funds to help members, but we are honoring the support the immediate needs of children and families of wounded and fallen Special See HERO’S BALL, 5A
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According to Fire Chief Ben Stephens, “When [the Barnes family] found out that we needed a station to help that area of our district, they moved very quickly to make room for us. We still hope to build a complete station at our property on Ednaville Road, however, it is cost prohibitive for the time being.” Stephens is awaiting word that ISO has updated its system and “those homeowners get back to the ISO Class 4 that the rest of the district enjoys. “I plan on going door to door handing out the letter for all of those homes... This is very exciting to me that we are able to fix this problem,” Stephens said. Some citizens were further than five road miles from the station, thus increasing their ISO rating to a 10.
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Safelite Auto Glass associates including Rodney Price, Jimmy Hembree, Alexander Boateng, Kevin Morris, Derick Blalock, Luis Hernandez, Anthony Vioglavich, Chris Patton, Anna Osborne, Cory Atkeison, Kemp Edwards, with Michael Williams and Boys & Girls Club members Kanye Calloway, Tylia Brown, Chance Calloway and Guy Carson.
When Pethel concluded his presentation and other remarks were made, Crow asked to make the following statement: “The Citizen SPLOST V Committee has found that the paving in question on section 2 was, in their opinion, not an appropriate use of SPLOSTmoney. And this incident now has been aired in the court of public opinion. “The court of public opinion has questions about the ethical use of these funds. This has caused many citizens of Jackson County to question how SPLOSTfunds are raised and spent. Our county citizens deserve a quick response. “Even though the cities are responsible for SPLOSTprojects within their areas, the county and the cities together have a responsibility of maintaining the integrity of the total SPLOSTprogram. “The Citizen SPLOSTCommittee found, in their opinion, that this project was not an appropriate use of SPLOSTmoney. This committee does not have the resources or the responsibility to determine if the use of SPLOSTmoney in this project crossed the line of legal and ethical use of public money. But the cities and the county do have the responsibility to maintain the
integrity and ethical use of public monies. “But because we do not have ability to make this determination in house, the Jackson County Board of Commissioners will draft a letter to the District Attorney, who has investigative and subpoena powers, asking him to bring together a Grand Jury, the GBI, the Nicholson City Council and any other person and records needed, as soon as possible to determine answers to the questions surrounding the use ofpublic money. We will ask the DA to personally appear before this board in the first regular scheduled meeting in September to discuss the progress made. The BOC will ask the cities to join us in this effort. “This action does not infer guilt or innocence of anyone. This action is taken to clear a ‘cloudc over a very important program to all of the cities and to the county. The citizens must know that their tax dollars are being spent ethically and legally.” Commissioner Dwain Smith made the motion to make the request of the district attorney with Commissioner Chas Hardy offering the motion; the motion was unanimously approved. With Jackson County and the school systtems of the county considering a referendum for renewal of SPLOST for 2016, time is of the essence to clear up questions, thus the request for a September report from District Attorney Smith.
Safelite continues support of the Boys & Girls Clubs Tripp Halstead gets book By LEANNE AKIN
A formal groundbreaking ceremony was held for the new Boys & Girls Club Safelite Auto Glass is facility being constructed among the supporters of the in Commerce at Ridgeway Boys & Girls Clubs of Jackson Street just off Homer Road. County as the organization It is replacing the recreation focuses on reaching more building donated in 2006 by youth, and several Safelite the City of Commerce until associates recently visited the Boys & Girls Club could the Jefferson club to present construct a facility that was another annual installment better designed for its use. of Safelite’s $100,000 dona- The city was successful in tion made toward the capital his application for a $500,000 campaign for the Jefferson Georgia Community Develclub. opment Block Grant for the Safelite’s donation is com- Boys & Girls Club facility, ing over a five-year period and the club’s $1.5 million and got Safelite naming capital campaign is ongorights for the club’s popular ing to raise the additional learning center. funds necessary to conIn addition to supporting struct, furnish and staff the the construction of the Jef- 7,000-square-foot facility. ferson club, Safelite also Fundraising for the facilmakes donations to the club’s ity will continue during confundraising events includ- struction, with Jack McKing the annual auction and inney as capital campaign Steak & Steak dinner. Safe- chairman and Verlin Relite also allows its associates ece as honorary campaign to be paid for doing volunteer chairman. Naming rights for work to help set up for those rooms within the club as well events. as the playground and baseWorking with Boys & Girls ball field are available. Club members was Rodney Pledges of additional Price, Jimmy Hembree, support for the new club as Alexander Boateng, Kevin well as ongoing operational Morris, Derick Blalock, Luis expenses for both facilities Hernandez, Anthony Vio- are needed. A one-time gift glavich, Chris Patton, Anna or donations made evenly Osborne, Cory Atkeison and over two or three years are Kemp Edwards. welcome. For more inforExecutive director Mi- mation, contact Michael chael R. Williams has Williams at 706-367-8553 or worked for Boys and Girls mwilliamsbgjc@yahoo.com Clubs for more than 30 years. or contact capital campaign Before coming to Jackson chairman Jack McKinney at County, he worked at clubs 706-335-6932 or jmckinney@ in Alabama, Tennessee centurionautologistics.com and South Carolina. While “To date, we have secured and he has been involved withAntiques donations and commitments major renovations at Collectibles other totaling Show: just over $889,000. Join us for these dates: clubs, he shared his exciteWe have had tremendous Friday 1st : from 9 AM to 5 PM the ment about being partFebruary of a support within new club from the ground Saturday February 2nd : 9 AM to from 5 PM the community, both up in JeffersonSunday and is February now city from 3rdof Commerce : 10 AM toand 4 PM experiencing that yet&again businesses, but asCafe you Breakfast Luncharea served by Angie’s as work is under way on the can see, we are still far from new Commerce club. our goal. There are many lakin@clickthepaper.com
sponsorships and naming rights opportunities available to help build this facility. Williams says ongoing support of the clubs doesn’t just mean large monetary gifts. Pledges of $25 to $100 annually will help sustain the clubs’ ongoing ability to serve youth. Building an endowment will help provide sustainability of operational expenses. According to McKinney, construction at the site is moving along at a great pace. “We anticipate completion in February, if not sooner. The weather has been more than cooperative,” said McKinney. “As you can imagine, the Boys and Girls Clubs is excited to move in to the new facility. This facility will allow them to increase their capacity and to have more activities available. Williams is available to speak to civic and other clubs and McKinney is also available to talk with interested businesses and individuals about sponsorship opportunities. Learn more about the Boys & Girls Clubs at www. bgcjcga.org.
“The Traveling Jalapenos Meet Tripp Halstead” is the story of the young boy was severely injured when a tree branch fell on his head while he was playing outside at his daycare center three years ago. And on July 16, the author, Nashville songwriter Donna Nolan Wilson, formerly of Winder, delivered a copy of the book to the Halstead home. Nolan Wilson and Tripp’s mom Stacy shared the book with Tripp to smiles and lots of winks. The Traveling Jalapenos are a fictional musical band of Peppers who are cousins who travel from Nashville to meet Tripp to learn about Traumatic Brain Injury in an effort to raise awareness regarding this injury that affects thousands of families per year. Nolan Wilson was also inspired by Tripp to wirte a song, “The Little Boy That Could,” and it has already sold over 1,000 copies on iTunes and YouTube.
The book series is available on Amazon Nolan Wilson explains how the Peppers came into being. “We would have Taco Sunday with our grandkids and there was a jar of Jalapeno peppers that used to travel between the two houses. Maybe one pepper got eaten from that jar each Sunday. We joked about how they were the Traveling Jalapenos and I thought, wouldn’t it be fun to write a story about them and how they escaped from the pepper jar, then form a band and would travel around the country doing good deeds. Within a year of that thought, the peppers
became a reality with the first book, The Traveling Jalapenos, with every book the Peppers grow in personality and adventure.” Nolan Wilson booked bands in the Atlanta area for 12 years, and is also a published poet and writer for several publications. She has CDs available on iTunes and Amazon. When she saw that Tripp was released from the hospital after 6 months on her own birthday, she knew it was more than a coincidence. A large portion of book sales and song downloads are being donated to the Halstead family.
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Jackson Pharmacy focused on keeping things local The Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce, its ambassadors and members of the community including customers celebrated with Jackson Pharmacy in celebrating the recent merger with West Jackson Medicine Center, which operated for 19 years at 3845 Highway 53 in Hoschton. Tracy Jordan, R.Ph., said, “I am so happy to be a part of this new venture. It really makes me happy to serve our patients in this new facility and to be able to offer all the newer conveniences of Jackson Pharmacy” which include drive-thru pickup. The focus of Jackson Pharmacy is patient care and taking care of the community. Jittery Joe’s is located inside Jackson Pharmacy and ribbon-cutting guests were treated to refreshments and samples of some Jittery Joe’s special offerings. You can reach Jackson Pharmacy at 706-658-0064 or stop in at Traditions Walk Shopping Center.
The Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a “Secret Tech Tools for Small Businesses” webinar, presented by the Georgia Chamber of Commerce, on Tuesday, July 28, from 9-10 a.m. Beth Ziesenis, author of “Release your Inner Nerd: Apps, Tech Tools and Tips to Get Organized, Get Creative and Get Ahead” will be the presenter. A door prize will be given away, sponsored by Elite Accounting & Tax Service. Registration for the free event is open to all members. Space is limited to 25 guests. To register to the event online, go to www.jacksoncountyga.com, call Briana Burgess at 706-387-0300 or email bburgess@jacksoncountyga.com
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OBITUARIES Janyce A. Blankenship
Died July 19, 2015 Janyce A. Blankenship, 76, of Flowery Branch, died Sunday, July 19, 2015, at Willowwood Nursing Center. A memorial mass will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 23, 2015, at Prince of Peace Catholic Church with Father Eric Hill officiating. Inurnment will be at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, July 24, 2015, in the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton. Born Oct. 31, 1938, in Sweeden, Ky., she was a daughter of the late Floyd and Oneda Chaney. She was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Charles V. Blankenship Jr. They were married for 55 years and as a U.S. Air Force family, served our country in Spain and Italy for 10 years and traveled extensively. Total service to our country was 42 years and she was a loving wife, mother, sister and friend. Survivors include her sons, Ken Blankenship of Flowery Branch, Chuck Blankenship of Seffner, Fla., Howell Blankenship of Trinity, Fla., and Keith Blankenship of Jacksonville, Fla.; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; brother, Luke Chaney; and sister, Joy Thompson. Memorial contributions may be made to Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 6439 Spout Springs Road, Flowery Branch, GA 30542. Memorial Park South Funeral Home, Flowery Branch The Paper, July 23, 2015
Minor E. Davidson
Died July 19, 2015 Minor E. Davidson, 87, of Maysville, died Sunday, July 19, 2015, at his residence. Born in Atlanta, he was a son of the late William Andrew Minor Jackson Davidson and Sybil Prickett Davidson. He was retired from Fulton Supply. He was a member of The Grove, and was a United States Army veteran. He was also preceded in death by his son, the Rev. William Larry Davidson; brother, Bronson Davidson; and sisters, Sarah Martin, Margaret Brown, and Allie Dishman. He was a wonderful and dedicated husband, father and grandfather, and willl be missed dearly by his family and friends. Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Louise Cochran Davidson; sons, Troy Eugene Davidson (Cindy) of Senoia
and Joseph Kelvin Davidson (Michelle) of Gainesville; daughter, Janet Louise Davidson of Maysville; daughter-in-law, Pam Davidson; sister, Bertie Mae Watson of Danielsville; grandchildren, Dr. and Mrs. William “Bill” Davidson, Matthew Davidson (Maureen), Jeremy Davidson (Tracy), Jayson Davidson (Sabrina), Joshua Davidson, and Kale Davidson (Stormie); and great-grandchildren, Brynn, Landon, Beckham, William, Hannah, Emiley, Josie and Levi. Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 21, 2015, at The Grove with the Rev. Jeff Appling officiating. Interment followed at Sunrise Cemetery. Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce The Paper, July 23, 2015
Juanita McClard Donoho
Died July 20, 2015 Juanita McClard Donoho, 95, of Jefferson, died Monday, July 20, 2015. Born in Macon County, Tenn., she is a daughter to the late Nora Francis Morgan McClard and the late George Washington McClard. She worked in retail at JCPenney until her retirement. She was a member of the Bethany United Methodist Church. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Delbert M. Donoho; and sons, Wayne Donoho and Rudy Donoho. Survivors include her grandchildren, Renee Donoho Smith of Ladson, S.C., Morris Donoho Jr., of Jefferson, Samantha C. Donoho of Marietta and Jason Dale Donoho of Tennessee; and a great-grandchild, Ryan Donoho of Richmond, Va. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 23, 2015, at Bethany United Methodist Church with Pastor Johnny Ray officiating. Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson The Paper, July 23, 2015
James Robert Duffield
Died July 16, 2015 James Robert Duffield, 76, of Dacula and most recently Hoschton, died surrounded by family on Thursday, July 16 2015. Born March 13, 1939, in Glendon, W.Va., he was a natural salesman selling vacuums door to door in West Virginia as a young adult. He soon would seize the opportunity to be at the forefront of
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technology, with Burroughs Corporation in the 1960s, selling automated banking equipment. His success led him from West Virginia to Tennessee and eventually Georgia where he has lived for the past 36 years. His numerous sales awards were a testament to his commitment to clients and his understanding of technological advancement. After retiring from Burroughs, he continued his sales career in the technology industry working for various companies including Unisys, Timeplex, ALLTEL and Coin. In his spare time, Jim was an avid fisherman having visited most of the Southeast lakes and rivers as he moved from state to state. He participated in several BASS tournaments and would later become a member of the Bellalago fishing club in Florida. Jim retired from sales to spend more time with his expanding family and his pursuit of the elusive bass. The latter would take him on several trips to Central America and what would become his home lake of Kissimmee, Fla. Survivors include his wife, Pat Duffield, Hoschton; children, Dawn Steel and husband Thomas of Suwanee, Debbie Doll and husband, Jay of Frederick, Md., and Mike Duffield and wife, Marilyn of Woodstock; grandchildren, Kasey Lamkin, Jordan Steel, Jason Doll, Corinne Doll, Austin Duffield, Evan Duffield, Hayden Duffield, Katherine Duffield; and great-grandchildren, Oliver and Ava. A memorial service was held Tuesday, July 21, 2015, at Hamilton Mill Memorial Chapel. Memorial donations may be made to Emory Winship Cancer Institute. Hamilton Mill Memorial Chapel, Buford The Paper, July 23, 2015
Johnny Heyward Godfrey Jr.
Died July 18, 2015 Johnny Heyward Godfrey Jr., 77, of Gainesville, died Saturday, July 18, 2015, at Hope Memory Care and Assistant Living following an extended illness. Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 22, 2015, in the chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home with interment in Memorial Park Cemetery. The Rev. Maxey Ladd officiated. Born Sept. 13, 1937, in Gainesville, he was a son of the late Johnny Heywood
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and Belle Oshields Godfrey. He was retired and a member of Pine Crest Baptist Church. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Nadine Godfrey. Survivors include his daughter, Sharon Godfrey Clyde of Flowery Branch; son, Martin B. Godfrey Sr., of Flowery Branch; grandchildren, Kevin Clyde, Darien Clyde, Joshua Clyde, Martin B. Godfrey Jr., and Angel Courtney Godfrey; great-grandson, Nikolai Clyde; brother, Myles (Jean) Godfrey of Winder; sister, Malinda (Terry) Marshall of Elkart, Tenn.; nieces, Kirsten Parten, Amy Jones and Isabel Godfrey; nephew, Charley Kennedy; and his very special friend, Bettie Godfrey. Donations in memory of his late wife Nadine Godfrey may be made to the Susan G. Koman Headquarters, 5005 LBJ Freeway Suite 250 Dallas, Texas 75244 1 800-4656636. Memorial Park Funeral Home, Gainesville The Paper, July 23, 2015
Jerry Talmadge Hardy
Died July 18, 2015 Jerry Talmadge Hardy, 73, of Commerce, died Saturday, July 18, 2015, at Northridge Medical Center. Born in Home, he was a son of the late Berry Talmadge and Ethel Williams Hardy. He was the senior vice president of First Commerce Bank, member of Madison Street Baptist Church, Commerce Lions Club and BanksEast Jackson Gideons. Survivors include his wife, Sharon Brown Hardy; sons, Rodney Miles Hardy (Lynn) of Winston-Salem, N.C., and J. Kevin Hardy (Wendy) of Commerce; sister, June Westbrook of Commerce; and grandchildren, Jason Hardy, Jennifer Harris, Cameron Harris, Mara Mitchell, Caleb Mitchell, Perry Hardy and Liam Hardy. Funeral services were held Monday, July 20, 2015, at Madison Street Baptist Church with the Rev. David Harbin, the Rev. Larry Montgomery and the. Interment followed in Jackson Memorial Gardens.
Memorial donations may be made to The Gideons International: P.O. Box 225, Commerce, GA 30529. Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce The Paper, July 23, 2015
Mary Ann Hope Kendall
Died July 18, 2015 Mary Ann Hope Kendall, 77, of Gainesville, died Saturday, July 18, 2015, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center following a brief illness. Funeral services were held Monday, July 20, 2015, at Dunagans Chapel UMC with interment following in Memorial Park Cemetery. Dr. Jimmy Hope and the Rev. Phil Williams officiated. She grew up in Gainesville where she attended Main Street School and graduated from Gainesville High School. She worked at the Georgia Mountain Center and was later employed by Northeast Georgia Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, Steve Kendall; daughter, Katie Kendall; parents, Jerry and Inez Hope; sisters, Betty Sanders, Frances Kerns and Janie Milner; and brothers, Charles Hope, George Hope, Johnny Lee Hope, W.A. Hope, W.L. Hope and Robert Earl Hope. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Susan and John Klingel of Huntsville, Ala.; granddaughter, Katey Ann Klingel of Huntsville, Ala.; son, Jeffrey Kendall of Auburn;
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granddaughter and spouse, Cassandra and Pete KendallKyle of Loganville; grandson and spouse, Darren and Brittany Kendall of Cumming; great-grandson, Jamison Kendall-Kyle of Cumming; sisters, Evelyn Smith of Anderson, S.C., and Ethel Page of Gainesville; brothers and sister-in-laws, Dr. Jimmy and Judy Hope and Billy and Barbara Hope, all of Gainesville. Known for her sweetness, love and compassion, she loved her family, neighbors, friends, her church and her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was a committed Christian who shared her life and testimony with many churches and at many places in Gainesville. Her powerful Christian life was a wonderful blessing to all who knew her. She was a member of Dunagans Chapel UMC. Memorial donations can be made to Dunagans Chapel UMC. Memorial Park Funeral Home, Gainesville The Paper, July 23, 2015
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Died July 16, 2015 Kristin Ann Morahan, 30, of Buford, died Thursday, July 16, 2015. The funeral mass will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 23, 2015, at Prince of Peace Catholic Church with interment following at Memorial Park South Cemetery. Father Eric Hill will officiate.
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Rotary Club of Braselton Saturday August 1, 2015 at 7:30am Location: Chateau Elan Winery/Paddy’s Pub Chateau Elan Winery & Resort 100 Rue Charlemagne Drive Braselton, GA 30517
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On Saturday, September 19 • 8 a.m. – Noon Jackson County Transfer Station/Landfill 12 Hendrix Drive, Jefferson, GA 30549
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Paint (5 gallons free, each additional gallon $2 each - WE ARE CHARGED $2 FOR EACH CAN), Fluorescent Light Bulbs (6 free, additional $1 each), Auto Oil & Batteries, Household Batteries. Good Used Clothing & Shoes, Eyeglasses & Hardback/Paperback Books. Vacuum Cleaners, Microwaves & Small Metal will be taken to Transfer Station. We will be taking donations during this event for activities with Keep Jackson County Beautiful.
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Benefit: Jackson County Boys and Girls Club High School Cross Country Booster Clubs Braselton Rotary Partner Charities Braselton Rotary International Flag Plaza @Northeast Georgia Health System
T- Shirt: Official Run the Vineyard Dry-fit shirt to all pre-registered contestants (must register by July 24th to receive a shirt) Packet Pick-up: Chateau Elan Pavillion (Near Patty’s Pub) Friday July 31, 2015 5:30pm -7:30pm or on race day beginning at 6:30am
Awards: High School Cross Country Team Challenge (Top 3 teams with most participants) Top male and female overall; top male and female masters, top 3 male and female finishers in 13 age groups. Information: Register at Active.com -7th Annual Run the Vineyard 5K https://endurancecui.active.com/event-reg/select-race?e=19335354 http://portal.clubrunner.ca/3120/Event/b6bf12f9-b004-40ae-8f94-627deeb05733 Mail in registration before July 27, 2015, Race day registration begins at 6:30 am
Entry Fee: Pre-Registered (register by July 24th): $20 After July 24th -Race Day: $25 Mail Registration: Make Checks Payable to Rotary Club of Braselton Mail to –Rotary Club of Braselton PO Box 262, Braselton, GA 30517 Race Sponsor: Rotary Club of Braselton For more information contact: Aimee Souto • (678) 247-3670 • asouto@ibankga.com
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CHURCH NEWS New Community Church has Sunday service at 10:30 a.m. New Community Church is located at Merchants Park off Highway 53 in Hoschton. Wild Discoveries: A Children’s Event for those entering first through fifth grades will be presented from 6-9 p.m. July 29-31 at the New Community Church student center. Discover godly character through high-evergy games, music and teaching. Learn more by calling the church office at 706658-0300 or visit www. newcommunityonline. com sss White Plains Baptist Church will host homecoming on Sunday, July 26, with the
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public safety officials who protect and serve in our community every day,” said Stevens. “While soldiers are overseas fighting for our country, our public safety officials are protecting our families and loved ones here at home.” In years past, one individual from each represented department is awarded Public Safety Officer of the Year — in 2014, Daniel Britt (Braselton Police), Brian Perrin (Jackson County Sheriff’s Office) and Joel Keith (West Jackson Fire) were selected for this prestigious award by Chief Terry Esco and Asst. Chief Lou Solis, Chief Ben Stephens and Sheriff Janis Mangum. The same awards will be distributed this year to three honorable and hardworking individuals who sacrifice their lives daily to protect Jackson County and the communities within it. Each winner will be commended and awarded during the event, as well as given a special prize as a token of appreciation. “Last year, our Officer of the Year, Daniel Britt, resuscitated a Chateau Elan resident from cardiac arrest,” said Braselton Police Chief Terry Esco. “Events like this are here to honor all of our public safety workers who serve our community and protect the people in it.” Another significant purpose of the Hero’s Ball is to remember fallen soldiers. Each year, there is an empty table at the front of the room, representing the seats of those brave men and women that are deceased. Braselton’s Assistant Police Chief Lou Solis read the description of the table to the group last year, and for the 2015 event, the table will be present yet again. The 2015 Hero’s Ball special guest speaker is Chris Irwin, a retired Navy SEAL and current President of Kill Cliff. Kill Cliff is a leading manufacturer of nutritional lifestyle products including recovery drinks and protein bars, and the business was thrilled to take him on as President with his extensive military and corporate backgrounds. He brings with him more than 17 years of leadership experience as a Navy SEAL Officer. During his military career he served overseas numerous times including three combat deployments to Afghanistan as a member of Naval Special Warfare Development Group. His military awards include two Bronze Stars with Combat “V” distinguishing device for Valor in Combat, the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service Achievement Medal, Combat Action Ribbon and others. He continues to serve as a Commander in the Naval Reserve. Chris holds a Masters Degree in International Relations from the University of Cambridge in the U.K. where he also competed on the Blues Modern Pentathlon Team. Chris graduated 6th in his class of 932 midshipmen from the U.S. Naval Academy with a Bachelor of Science in Oceanography and French Minor. He was the only member of his class to be named a Distinguished Graduate, a Trident Scholar and receive a Varsity Letter in a sport (lightweight crew).
Wauka Mountain Boys performing in the Sunday morning worship service. The church is located on Highway 124 in Jefferson. The church office can be reached at 706-658-6545. sss Hoschton United Methodist Church will have worship service at 11 a.m. on Sunday, July 26. Sunday school is at 10 a.m. with children in the church classrooms and adults in the fellowship hall. First Sunday Communion will be during the 11 a.m. service on Aug. 2. Women of Faith will meet at 2:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall. School supplies are being collected through Aug. 2. Bible study will resume on Aug. 19 with dinner at
Chris is an entrepreneur who started the first CrossFit gym in the Virgin Islands with his wife Jennifer. He is also a singer/songwriter whose works include the Original Score and song “Sacrifice” from the film Murph: The Protector about Navy SEAL and Medal of Honor recipient Michael Murphy. Both made the short list for the 88th annual Academy Awards in the categories of “Best Original Score” and “Best Original Song” respectively. Hero’s Ball tickets sell fast. Tickets are $100 per person, and the cost includes dinner, entertainment by Nelson Brownstone, a donation bar, gun raffle, and silent auction participation. Not to mention an all-around elegant evening at the beautiful Braselton-Stover House. There is still room for sponsors if
6:15 p.m. and Bible study at 7. The study with Pastor Marvin Mason will be 1 Corinthians. Support the Jeremiah Project with taxdeductible donations of diapers, wipes, formula, bottles, gently-used clothes and cash donations. Donations of backpacks and school supplies are being collected to distribute to the local schools. sss Rather than just providing something for children, Arbor Pointe Church in Hoschton wants to provide something for the whole family this summer. You’re invited to Vacation Family School on July 26. Families will enjoy a meal together and children will grow and learn through games, crafts and Biblical stories. Meanwhile,
you are called to support Operation One Voice. Bronze level sponsorships, or a “half table sponsorship” is $600 a piece, while the silver level is $1,200. Silver includes a table with your business or personal name displayed as well as 12 seats for guests. Gold level sponsorships are $2,500, which include a table with your business or personal name displayed 12 seats and a special recognition at the event. There will be a gun raffle, silent and live auctions with some fantastic prizes, including a luxurious trip to Italy (airfare not included). To purchase tickets or for sponsorship information, contact Bill Stevens at 404713-0103 or bill@operationonevoice.org. Attire is black tie/dress blues for men, and formal gowns for the ladies.
parents will grow to understand more about building a Christ-centered family environment. Online registration is available at arborpointe. org/signup. The church holds weekly worship service is at 10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School and a youth class are offered before the service; children’s Sunday School and nursery are offered. sss
kindergarten through fifth grade, there will be pony rides, inflatables, snacks and lots of fellowship. For the first 100 children, a backpack with school supplies will be provided. Grace Pavilion is located at 380 Sam Freeman Road in Hoschton. Call the church office at 706654-8415. The church is located at 99 E. Jefferson St., in Hoschton. E. Cory Sexton is the pastor. sss
The Church of Hoschton extends an invitation to the community-wide Backto-School Bash at Grace Pavilion beginning at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 1. For children in
Wednesday Night Revival is being held at CrossView Church every Wednesday night during the month of August at 7 p.m. Scheduled speakers will be Frank Cox of North Metro Baptist Church
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and Jeff Lyle of Meadow Church. CrossView Church is located at 1219 Highway 124 in Hoschton. Arrange for transportation with the church office at 678-425-9831. sss Legendary college football coach Bobby Bowden will be featured at Fan Day at Cross Pointe Church during the 9:15 a.m. and 11 a.m. services on Sunday, Aug. 16. See more at thebiggestfan.org Cross Pointe Church Sugarloft is located at 1800 Satellite Blvd., and Cross Pointe Church Mill Creek is at 4400 Braselton Highway.
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Life before air conditioning I grew up in a house without air conditioning. I spent most of the summer days of my childhood outdoors. Sometimes, I wonder how we did it. Yet, at times I wonder why we changed. In those days when we were on our own, I would watch a few cartoons on TV in the morning while I ate my breakfast. Then, it was time for the adventure of the day. It might be riding bikes or going to the local pool for a swim. But we somehow kept ourselves busy for an entire day. It wasn’t any cooler than it is now. I went back and looked at some weather records and found we had temperatures just as hot as they are now. We don’t have a screen door at our house, but I can remember the sound of the door that had a spring on it. It would squeak when you opened it with a combination of dry hinges and the stretching spring. It would bounce as it closed in a bam-bam noise. I can remember the gentle hum of a box fan that cooled our house. I remember the way it made the curtains dance in the breeze it created. I remember going to sleep at night and the movement of the curtains would allow the glimmer of light from outside to dance on the walls. When we first moved to Social Circle, Cokes at Mr. Jim Paul Shepherd’s Gulf station were still a dime, but you either had to bring a bottle or pay a threecent deposit. He had one of those machines with a column of assorted drinks and you could choose one based on the bottle cap. Mr. Shepherd also had an ice cream box in which he carried an assortment of ice cream novelties. You could choose from
Harris Blackwood ice cream sandwiches, popsicles, push-ups or Eskimo pies, which everybody referred to as a hunky. The hardware store had a machine that only sold little bottles of Coke. You would put in your dime, pull the handle and the bottle would line up with a little door you could open and get your drink. When we didn’t go to the pool, we would squirt each other with the water hose. It was always a struggle for who would get to hold the nozzle and spray everyone. Do kids even do that today? On special days, usually a Saturday, we would cut a watermelon. Purchasing a watermelon was a science. Everybody had an opinion as to whether a long or round melon had the best flavor. Men would thump the watermelon to listen to the sound it made to determine the best one. Cutting the watermelon usually involved spreading out a newspaper on the porch. Mama would sometimes make comments about how we were slurping it or getting the juicy mess all over our clothes. It never seemed to stop us. Older boys would tell us tales about the perils of swallowing the seeds. It seems like a hundred years ago as I sit here in the air-conditioned comfort and reminisce. Harris Blackwood is a Gainesville resident whose columns appear weekly.
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Liberation wrought by a pick-up On a plane once headed out west to Phoenix, I sat beside a very nice man who was flying to a job interview. It was for a bank job, I remember. Over the course of four hours, we became friendly enough for him to talk of the mother who, alone, raised him and how close they were. He leaned over and confided in a low voice, “As much as I loved her, I have to admit that the day she died was filled with both sadness and a sense of liberation. Finally, I was free to make my own decision without worrying what she would think.” Years later when Mama died, I remembered that conversation and discovered he was right — there is a certain liberation and independence in a parent’s death. But it would not be the greatest liberation of my life. That distinction would belong to the day we bought a pick-up truck. Fifteen years ago when Daddy died, he left behind his truck. I was thrilled. Since I was the only one in the family who didn’t have a truck but needed one, I
Ronda Rich was dancing with joy. That turned to dismay, then anger and then an argument when Mama gave the truck to my brother. I begged her, almost tearfully, to reconsider. After all, my brother had a truck. “But we — you and me — NEED a truck. We need it to haul trash and potting flowers and Christmas trees and boxes of whatever we want.” She jutted her chin out and said, “It’s my truck and I’ll do with it what I want.” So, for the rest of her life, someone who had a truck had to do all those things for her including taking the trash off weekly while I, too, was at the mercy of any friend who had a truck. Always begging, asking or hiring while matching up schedules. Stressful. Mama, who rarely if ever admitted mistakes brought
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him when he went. Now, it would be back to borrowing Rodney’s truck when necessary. When Tink arrived on the Rondarosa, that’s what he did — used Rodney’s truck for anything needed such as hauling hay from Rodney’s barn to ours. Rodney was generous. He always is. But, finally, we decided to buy a truck. “Now, listen, in the South, a man is known for his truck. It’s an important decision — pick a Ford or a Chevy because, in the end, it all comes down to those two brands,” I said. He was diligent. He searched and researched. Then, on a hot summer’s day, he married his identity to a Chevy truck. Freedom and independence never felt so good. Rodney’s happy, too. We don’t have to borrow his truck to haul home the hay he gives us. Ronda Rich is the best-selling author of several books. Sign up for her newsletter at www.rondarich.com. Her column appears weekly.
Georgia’s schools are not ‘last in the nation’ based on NAEP report By GEORGIA STATE SCHOOL Superintendent Richard Woods
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on by her stubbornness, accepted and voiced her folly in that decision. “I should never have done that. Dumbest thing I could have done. We need a truck.” When my brother died, I inherited Daddy’s truck from him but by that time, it was in such disrepair because he had parked it and left it setting in the yard so long that it needed a transmission, a windshield, a battery, tires and a paint job. I had done everything but the paint job when I realized that the truck, which drives like a dream, get six miles to the gallon. Six miles to a gallon. I wonder what committee of engineers and executives in Detroit thought that was a good idea even back in the 1980s when the economy was good. It was only a decade past the oil crisis of the 1970s. Brandon worked for me for several years before heading off to physician’s assistant school at Emory University in Atlanta. I was so proud for that fine young man, stubborn and disciplined, to take off for his lifelong dream. I just hated that he had to take his truck with
Contrary to news reports you may have seen last week, Georgia is not “at the bottom of the nation” in math and reading. A study released recently by the National Center for Education Statistics – “Mapping State Proficiency Standards onto NAEP Scales” – reminded us that under the old Criterion-Referenced Competency Test (CRCT), the bar set for Georgia’s students was far too low. Unfortunately, however, as the results of the study were reported, that message got muddled. Multiple media reports explained, incorrectly, that the study showed Georgia at the “bottom of the nation” in reading and math performance. That’s a factually and contextually inaccurate interpretation of this study. The NCES study uses a complex formula to estimate where the CRCT’s expectations for student achievement in grades 4 and 8 reading and math would have fallen on
the 2013 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP). The study did not use actual 2013 NAEP scores – which do exist, and which showed Georgia students making gains in multiple areas, including scoring one point above the nation in fourth-grade reading. These actual scores were not part of the NCES study. What the study does show is that, under the CRCT, Georgia set the bar for its students far too low. That’s a serious problem, but it’s something we already knew. We’ve already taken the necessary steps to rectify the issue. The new Georgia Milestones Assessment System, which replaced the CRCT starting with the 2014-15 school year, sets a significantly higher bar for student proficiency. I’ll be entirely candid: that means scores, initially, will be lower. It does not mean that Georgia students know less. But we’re not here to make sure students score well on a test. We’re here to make sure they’re learning, and that means setting high standards and evening the playing field with the rest of the nation. I value the information provided by the National Assessment of Edu-
cational Progress, and the efforts of the news media to inform the public about Georgia education, flaws and all. This is not a defense of the low bar Georgia set through previous assessments. Georgians should know, however, that while this study provided valuable information, it did not show that our students are “last” in the nation. That’s simply not a fact. Richard Woods, a 22-year public school educator and former small business owner, is Georgia’s School Superintendent.
We’re here to make sure they’re learning, and that means setting high standards and evening the playing field with the rest of the nation.
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Born May 14, 1985, in Howell, N.J., she was a daughter of Carol Guadango Morahan of Buford and the late Oweny Morahan. She moved to Lawrenceville, Georgia in 1991 and was a graduate of Central Gwinnett High School. She was a former member of St. Lawrence Roman Catholic Church in Lawrenceville. She attended the University of Georgia and Georgia State University and holds a certificate to teach early childhood education. She attended Gwinnett Technical College and holds Associates Degrees in Business Marketing and Hotel Management. She was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church and loved her dog “Libby” very much. Survivors, in addition to her mother, Carol Morahan, are her sister, Dawn Morahan of Buford. Memorial Park South Funeral Home, Flowery Branch The Paper, July 23, 2015
Virginia Morgan
Died July 18, 2015 Virginia Morgan, 69, of Winder, died Saturday, July 18, 2015. Born in Heflin, Ala., she was a daughter of the late James Lee “Nim” and Gladys Beatrice Ward Harris. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Phyllis Harris. She was a 911 operator with Barrow County Emergency Services. Survivors include friend, Randall Morgan of Winder; children, Regina Brueschaber of Danielsville and Steve Hall and Russell Hall, both of Winder; stepson, Bryan Morgan of Gainesville; four grandchildren; a greatgrandchild; and sister, Lynn Dial of Winder. A funeral service was held Tuesday, July 21, 2015, in the chapel of Carter Funeral Home. Interment was in Barrow Memorial Gardens. Carter Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, July 23, 2015
Cope Patrick
Died July 12, 2015 Miles Clyde (Cope) Patrick, 95, of Winder, died Sunday, July 12, 2015. A veteran of the United States Army, he served during World War II in England and later served in Germany. Sgt. Patrick was in Company B 44th Armored Infantry Battalion and became an ammunition specialist. He was preceded in death by his parents, Miles Caleb Patrick and Ara House Patrick; wife, Grace Cruce Patrick; brother, Glen Patrick; and sisters, Julia Patrick Harrison, Nelle Patrick Fleeman, Frances Patrick, Lucille Patrick McDonald and Betty Patrick House Survivors include his son, Miles Jefferson Patrick and wife Diane of Winder; daughters, Catherine P. Simmons and late husband Joe of Florida and Mary Patrick Ogletree and husband Ed of Athens; sister, Peggy Patrick Harrell; grandchildren, Misty Patrick Smith and husband Landon, Miles Caleb Patrick and Olivia Ann Ogletree; great-grandchildren, Gavin Neil Smith and Owen Patrick Smith; and a number of nieces and nephews. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Lawson Funeral Home, Hoschton The Paper, July 23, 2015
Grace Burel Puckett
Died July 16, 2015 Grace Burel Puckett, 88, of the Duncan Creek com-
munity in Buford, died Thursday, July 16, 2015. Born Feb. 5, 1927, she was a daughter of the late Calvin and Mary Jane Pruitt Burel. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ernest F. Puckett; and brothers, John Burel and William (Billy) Burel. She was valedictorian and president of the Class of 1944 of Dacula High School. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Home Economics Education from Georgia State College for Women in 1947. She taught at Dacula High School for five years. She was blessed with two sons and stayed home with them until they started school. She taught private piano lessons to a number of pupils during the time she was home. She returned to the University of Georgia and received certification in elementary education and taught third grade at Dacula from 1959 until retirement in 1984. She received a Masters and Specialist six-year degree from the University of Georgia and Certification in Supervision for Student Teachers of which she had several student teachers. She was a member of Duncan Creek Congregational Church where she served as pianist for over 70 years and was church historian, Sunday school teacher and involved in making three church directories and one cookbook. She was a member and past president of Beta Rho chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, member of Delta Kappa Pi, life member of Gwinnett and State Retired Educators Associations, NEA, GAE, Gwinnett Historian Society, Gold Star Wives of America, life member of USA Alumna and honorary life membership in PTA. She has served as president of the Dacula Rainbow Club and the Parks and Recreation Senior Council. She was elected to the Gwinnett Educators Hall of Fame, chosen STAR Teacher by a former student and received dedication of the school year book by Senior Class of 1971. She worked on numerous school courses and projects throughout her career. Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, Timothy E. and Janice A. Puckett and Kent B. and Robin W. Puckett, all of Buford; grandchildren, Brian Puckett and (Jennifer) of Canton, Korey Puckett and (Dawn) of Buford and Jana Puckett Hensey and (Chris) of Braselton; great-grandchildren, Landon Puckett, Carlynn Puckett, Brinlee Puckett, Walker Puckett and Caitlyn Hensey; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends at Duncan Creek Church. Funeral services were Sunday, July 19, 2015, at Duncan Creek Congregational Church with the Rev. James D. Dillin officiating. Interment followed in the Duncan Creek Church Cemetery in Buford. Memorials may be made Duncan Creek Church, Dacula High School Valedictorian Scholarship Fund, Beta Rho Scholarship Fund or Gwinnett Retired Teachers Scholarship Fund. Flanigan Funeral Home The Paper, July 23, 2015
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Sharon Reynolds
Died July 16, 2015 Sharon Reynolds, 40, of Winder, died Thursday, July 16, 2015. Sharon loved her family and enjoyed visiting with her grandchild. She was preceded in death by her mother Susie Brock; brothers Christopher “PeeWee” Brock, Teddy Ray Brock and sister Karen Brock. Survivors include her father, Edward Brock; son T.J. Bowman; daughters, Marci Stovall and husband Caleb, Brittany Reynolds and Kayla Reynolds; brother, Alan Brock and wife Anne; and grandson, Chase. Funeral services were held Saturday, July 18, 2015, in the Lawson Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Ed Hampton officiating. Interment was held in Hoschton City Cemetery. Lawson Funeral Home, Hoschton The Paper, July 23, 2015
Shadburn, Chip Shadburn, Ned Klugh, Chase Klugh, Jeff Sanders, Dixon Marlow, Mike Garrett and Ethan Garrett honored as pallbearers. Memorials may be made to the Joanne Marlow Trust Fund, 114 Marlow Road, Maysville, GA 30558. Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson The Paper, July 23, 2015
Kenny Stephens
Died July 17, 2015 Kenny Stephens, 57, of Winder, died Friday, July 17, 2015 at his residence. Born in Jacksonville, Fla., he was a former resident of Conyers. He was preceded in death by his father, Luther Stephens; and brother, Terry Stephens. He was a truck driver for R. S. Trucking and was of the Baptist denomination. Survivors include his wife, Cindy Stephens; children, Melissa Stephens and Angel Stephens, both of Dahlonega, Kenneth Stephens of Toccoa, Destiny Stephens Almond of Bethlehem, David Meredith of Monroe and James Johnson of Hoschton; 15 grandchildren; a great-grandchild; mother, Sara Stephens of Walnut Grove; and brother, Patrick Stephens of Walnut Grove. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 25, 2015, in the chapel of
Carter Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from noon on Saturday until the service time. Carter Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, July 23, 2015
Floyd R. Vandenack, Jr.
Died July 15, 2015 Floyd R. Vandenack Jr.,53, of Lawrenceville, died Wednesday, July 15, 2015. Born Aug. 24, 1951 in Oklahoma City, Okla., he was a son of the late Floyd and Loett Vandenack. He was the owner of Floyd Painting Co. and was a member of Old Suwanee Baptist Church in Buford. He was an avid football fan. Survivors include his wife of 35 years, Jamie Elrod Vandenack; daughters, Randa Wiley of Lawrenceville, Jamie and Alan Buchanan and Kayla and Brian Long, all of Dacula, and Karis Vandenack of Buford; six grandchildren; sisters, Cindy Madrid of Buford and Carrie Azad of Hoschton; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. No formal services are planned. Flanigan Funeral Home & Crematory, Buford The Paper, July 23, 2015
Marie Baughcum Wilson
Died July 15, 2015 Marie Baughcum Wilson, 58, of Winder, diedWednesday, July 15, 2015. She was a member of Faith Baptist Church and a department manager for the Internal Revenue Service. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl Otis and Beatrice Everett Pinkston Baughcum; brothers, Randy Tkalec and Earl Baughcum; and a sister, Corrine Cox. Survivors include her husband, Steve Wilson; son, Chris Wilson of Winder; daughter, Kendra Bloodworth (Douglas) of Winder; brothers, Troy Baughcum, Richard Baughcum, Ray Baughcum, Tony Baughcum, Joe Tkalec and Leon Tkalec; sisters, Jane Kitchens, Barbara Broome, Bertha Lee and Sharon Green; grandchildren, Kyle Wilson, Steven Crowe and Bradyn Wilson; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Friday, July 17, 2015, in the chapel of Smith Funeral Home with the Revs. Frankie Green and Ollie V. Hayes officiating. Interment followed in Barrow Memorial Gardens. Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, July 23, 2015
Janet M. Standridge
Died July 17, 2015 Janet M. Standridge, 63, of Jefferson, died Friday, July 17, 2015. Born in Commerce, he was a daughter of the late Dee and Frances Parks Marlow. She was a retired educator with 30 years of service, 25 of which was at Maysville Elementary School. A graduate of Piedmont College, she was an animal lover and enjoyed flower gardening but, most of all, loved looking over her family. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Geri Standridge. Survivors include her husband, Gerald Standridge; daughters, Janey Standridge Guined and her husband Shane of Cumming and Meredith Standridge Lokey and her husband Bill of Bogart; brothers, Arthur Marlow of Oakwood and Terry Marlow and Dennis Marlow, both of Pendergrass; sisters, Joann Marlow and Delene Shadburn, both of Maysville; and grandchildren, Wes Guined, Reid Guined and Will Lokey. Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 21, 2015, at Holly Springs Methodist Church with the Rev. Greg Porterfield and the Rev. Johnny Ray officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery with Ben
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Died July 15, 2015 The Rev. Brantley M. Ray Sr., 83, of Winder, died Wednesday, July 15, 2015. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and retired from the Bibb County Board of Education, after having taught for 22 years there and in Catoosa, Madison and Gwinnett counties. He was of the Bap-
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tist faith. Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Priscilla Ray; sons, Brantley Ray Jr., of Winder, and Daniel Frederick Ray of Orange, Texas; daughters, Brenda Holbrook of Winder, Debra Dianne Barfield of Macon and Karen Ray Brantley of Alto; grandchildren, Danielle Husband, Benjamin Ray, Phillip Holbrook, Aleisha Holbrook England and Lauren Brantley; and great-grandchildren, Isaac England, Max England, Hunter Holbrook and Christopher Holbrook. The memorial service was held Tuesday, July 21, 2015, in Smith Memory Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Doctors Without Borders (888-392-0392). Smith Memory Chapel, Winder The Paper, July 23, 2015
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Sports
Jackson County Youth Football Camp
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The Jackson County Comprehensive High School football team hosted 106 campers at its annual youth football camp last week. The camp taught the fundamental skills of football as well as speed and agility. Varsity players helped assist the coaching staff with drills and games. Head coach Brandon Worley said the camp “exceeded” his expectations. “I am super excited about how the community is supporting the program,” Worley said. “It takes everyone consistently working together to build and maintain a quality high-school football program.” There was also a youth coaches’ clinic with an estimated 40 youth coaches from the around the county attending. The clinic helped create “cohesion” and “structure” between the youth, middle and high-school programs, Worley stated. “This type of clinic allows the youth coaches to have an inside picture of our program, and it gives us an opportunity to build relationships which will lead to a better experience for our youth,” he said.
A Player’s Reflection: Region 8-AAA boys’ soccer P.O.Y., Elite Offensive Lineman Camp Luis Caraballo, reflects on time at Jackson County
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Mill Creek and Jefferson participated in the 10th annual Elite Offensive Lineman Camp last week at Flowery Branch. The camp was started by Mill Creek assistant head coach and offensive line coach Josh Lovelady and he continues to run the camp each year. ABOVE: Mill Creek linemen go through a drill. BELOW: Jefferson linemen go through a drill.
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Former Jackson County soccer player Luis Caraballo (5) against rival Jefferson High School. Caraballo was named the Region 8-AAA boys’ Player of the Year and helped lead the Panthers to a runner-up finish in Region 8-AAA. He will play college soccer at Limestone College in Gaffney, S.C., this fall. BY CHARLES PHELPS
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Two years ago, Luis Caraballo found his way to Jackson County Comprehensive High School. Not only was Caraballo finding Jackson County a turning point for the Panthers’ soccer program, but it was a turning point for Caraballo himself. Two years later, he has graduated, was named Region 8-AAA Player of the Year and signed his letter of intent in May to play college soccer at Limestone College in Gaffney, S.C. “We got a couple of new players, and most important, a new coach,” Caraballo said. “I know that I only was part of a soccer program that was mostly successful, but I also know all the challenges and struggles all my teammates, that have been in the program for years, went through. “I believe all my team-
mates, before I even get here, were trying to make themselves and the program better. When Coach (Elie) Viviant and I got here, there was already a lot of talent and potential looking to improve,” Caraballo continued. “So in my first year, we put in the work and the playoffs in that season. After this point, we kept getting better and had an even better second season. The team was more unified and we (worked) hard.” Caraballo helped lead the Panthers to a runner-up finish in Region 8-AAA and another berth in the state playoffs during his senior season. “I couldn’t ask for a better senior year,” he said. “The team started playing better soccer, everybody was understanding the game better and had higher expectations than in previous years because of our success on the previous season.” He added the whole sea-
Mill Creek, Jefferson linemen learn new techniques and tricks at lineman camp BY CHARLES PHELPS
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Luis Caraballo celebrates after a goal last season. son was “filled with amazing moments” including the “outstanding” games. That’s all he ever “wanted,” he said. “Everybody (noticed) that the whole team is very close to all the coaches, something that every team (wished)
they had,” Caraballo said. That relationship built a lot of trust, so much so that coach Viviant let the team
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FLOWERY BRANCH – Football season is less than a month away from kicking off and ocal teams have been hard at work, preparing to be ready for Week 1. One way some of the teams have been training hard is by attending camps. All teams go through their own team camps. But, it is the specialty camps that can separate teams and players alike from the competition. Last week, an estimated 285 linemen from across the region and different classifications attended the 10th annual Elite Offensive Lineman Camp at Flowery Branch High School. The camp was started by Mill Creek assistant head coach and offensive line coach Josh Lovelady.
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The SCCA Double SAARC event returns to Road Atlanta this weekend, July 24-26. Tickets can be purchased from Road Atlanta. A three-day pass is $30 ($15 for SCCA members or those with a valid student ID). Single-day tickets can be purchased for $15 (Saturday or Sunday) and $10 for Friday ($10 Saturday or Sunday or $5 Friday for SCCA members or those with a valid student ID). For more information, visit www.roadatlanta.com, or call 770-967-6143.
The 2015 Jackson Chamber Golf Classic takes place on Friday, Aug. 21, at Traditions of Braselton Golf Club. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. Fee is $500 per foursome. Mulligan packages for an entire team are $120. Individual mulligan packages are $35. Packages includes two mulligans, one tee buster, two raffle tickets and entry into the putting contest. For more information, visit www.jacksoncountyga.com, or call 706-387-0300 and e-mail info@jacksoncountyga.com.
Reunion Country Club will host a junior golf summer camp, July 27-30, for boys and girls, ages 6-15. Registration is $175 for members/residents of Reunion; $200 non-residents/ non-members. The camp runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day. Instruction includes full swing, short game, putting and chipping. After camp care will also be provided from 1-3 p.m. for an additional $100 per camper. For more information, visit www.reuniongolfclub.com, or call 770-967-8300.
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Jefferson Youth Softball Camp Photos
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The Jefferson High School softball team hosted its annual youth softball camp last week. The campers learned the fundamentals of the game.
Jefferson High School girls’ basketball
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run practices, because he and the coaches “knew” the group wanted to get better. “The biggest thing I learned is that soccer is all about the team and that when we play as a team, (it) is really hard to stop us and we have a lot of fun,” Caraballo stated. He even had a team-first mentality for his individual Player of the Year award. “(It) is an honor for me because I know there’s really good players in the region, but I don’t care too much about the individual (award),” he said. “I would’ve wished that we would’ve gone farther in the playoffs, because I believe we could’ve.” Caraballo knew he wanted to play college soccer before he ever came to Jackson County. It was his “main reason” for leaving the Dominican Republic, he stated. “I started (looking) for (colleges) as soon as I moved here, but unfortunately for me and my teammates, Jackson County is not known for (its) soccer, so coaches would not come to our games,” he said. “I kept trying individually and attended
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The Jefferson Lady Dragons basketball team hosted summer basketball games last month at the Arena at Jefferson High School.
Lady Panthers find identity during summer scrimmages
McCutcheon added the team won’t have the depth its had in years past, but the players have learned to play with “seven or eight” players. The “cohesiveness” of the team was also very high during the summer and McCutcheon is “excited” to see how the team continues to grow off of it. The biggest thing McCutcheon wants to see happen during the regular season is for everyone to stay healthy. “That was our issue last year,” she said. “We couldn’t have everybody at the same time to be everything that we could be.”
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Mill Creek and Jefferson were two of 11 teams that participated in this year’s camp. “A lot of logistical stuff to get to this point,” Lovelady said. “We’re going. It’s one of the things about getting everything organized, we’ve got it out here and the kids have gotten better. “That’s the whole thing about doing all the prep work (is) so we have all the tools in the tool box to be successful. I went around and asked other coaches, ‘Is there anything you need me to do?’ They said, ‘Coach, they’re loving it, they’re (the players) getting better, from the ninthgraders all the way to the seniors.’” Lovelady was “excited” to have Mill Creek improving at the different drill stations, because they have new faces on the line this season, as well as some returning seniors. After the team returned to Georgia and hosted its four-day camp against some of the area’s best teams, like East Hall, McCutcheon said the girls had to work on blocking out and rebounding. “That’s just (because) we’re a little smaller, we’ve got to go back over the techniques again and things that we’ve worked on (before), but see it has been a while since we were in the season and worked on that,” McCutcheon said. “We want to go back to doing the fundamental things. That’s what I told them (the team) before, the summer is really just about us finding who can play where, what
several college ID camps to get seen, but nothing seem to work or attract any colleges.” It wasn’t until his senior year, when Nick Mangino’s father, Rob Mangino, helped Caraballo in the process. Rob encouraged Caraballo to reach out to Limestone and see what the program’s interest was. After the coach talked to Rob, he reached Caraballo and set up a visit to the campus. The rest is history. “On my way back home from the college visit I knew I wanted to go there and nowhere else,” he said. “The structure, quality and formality of the program convinced me that it was there that I wanted to play, even though I had three more schools talking to me.” When he signed his letter of intent, the first feeling to hit him was relief. Then, excitement and anxiety of wanting to be on campus kicked in, he said. “The most exciting part (is) that (it) is a new chapter of my life and that while I go to become a professional, I’m playing the sport I love and enjoy, and there’s nothing better than that,” Caraballo said. His goal is to become a starter by the end of his freshmen season, but “more important” is to see the team succeed in its quest to win a national championship.
“You have separate locker rooms between varsity, JV (junior varsity) and ninth grade, this is one opportunity to have the linemen be linemen,” he said. Lovelady said it has been both “fun” and “challenging” to see how far the camp has grown in its 10-year existence. “When something gets better it’s more challenging, because you have more working parts,” Lovelady said. “But, it’s a challenge that is addictive in the sense of ‘How many kids can I get better?’ and ‘How many coaches can I bring that are some of the best coaches in the state, bring them to work with Mill Creek kids?’ “We added two teams, Brookwood and Cherokee, two very good teams, just having them and their coaches here and their mentality, getting after it, it was fun. It’s well worth it. To see those guys getting better…It’s kind of a calling, so to speak, not only taking
care of Mill Creek kids, but also getting other linemen from around the state, getting other teams to be able to take advantage of this opportunity that we’re able to do here at Flowery Branch.”
position this person can play. This is the time for them to learn more than one position, because the more you can learn the more playing time you get.” Throughout the camps, Logan Cook was a “strong scorer” and “really developed” during the offseason, McCutcheon explained. “Where we left off, there have been major improvements,” McCutcheon explained. “The ones that are
coming back, they finally see that experience of , ‘Hey, let’s pull it back, if we run our offense, we can get the shots we want and not be so hurried about making a mistake,’ just the youthful things that we’ve battled the past couple of years. “It’s nice to have Shelton (Kendrix) back, since she can play any position, so that gives us a little more depth there and she’s a scoring threat.”
We added two teams, Brookwood and Cherokee, two very good teams, just having them and their coaches here and their mentality, getting after it, it was fun. Josh Lovelady Mill Creek Assistant Head Coach
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The Jackson County Lady Panthers in summer action against the East Hall Lady Vikings. BY CHARLES PHELPS
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The Jackson County Comprehensive High School girls’ basketball team traveled to Tennessee and Florida over the summer and came back to Georgia with a new idea of how the new-look, smaller-sized Lady Panthers will approach the 2015-16 basketball season. The Lady Panthers missed the Class AAA state playoffs last year and lost two of its biggest offensive threats inside, Kieanna Ledford and Ashlyn Loudermilk. “We’ve been fairly competitive everywhere we’ve been,” head coach Julie McCutcheon said about the Lady Panthers’ scrimmage games and summer. “Our
style is completely different, because we did lose all of our bigger size inside. “Now, we’ve really gone to a lot more motion, using all of our guards and I really think it’s a very exciting team.” She said the team was “explosive” this offseason and a “little quicker” with being primarily a guard-driven team. “We’ve learned a lot more about basketball, but that’s going to come with age,” McCutcheon explained, “because we had this talk two years ago, when we were super young. We got across some hurdles last year, but I think the light (is) finally starting to come on. “The experience is starting to kick in that we didn’t have a few years ago.”
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AWESOME author signs book Aug. 1 Autism inspires family’s learning adventure lesson By FARAH BOHANNON
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Renee Britt will host her first ever book signing on the porch at Little Hooties in Hoschton beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 1. She is the author of The Great Search For AWESOME, inspired by the connection between her children, Shae and Dawson. Dawson was diagnosed with autism when he was a toddler, but she and her husband Scott look at this journey Britt as an adventure. Britt wrote this book as a way to remind her children how truly special they are. In the book, Dawson has something called “AWESOME” and Shae tries to find her “AWESOME” through the entire book. Shae looks for this in many silly ways and later realizes that Dawson helps her see her version of “AWESOME” has been within eyesight the entire time. At some point, everyone has wondered if they were as special as another person. This book serves as a reminder that everyone is special and awesome in their own way. Although this story is relatable to everyone, Renee especially hopes this book brings joy to siblings of special ability kids. Dawson’s diagnosis came shortly after he turned 3. It is because of the incredible bond that Shae has with Dawson that Renee started writing and sharing her children’s adventures. She plans The Great Search for AWESOME is just the first of her books on how to find your AWESOME.
ESP hosting Tug of Love at new camp on Aug. 8 Extra Special People, a Watkinsville-based non-profit that provides programs for children and young people with special needs in nine Northeast Georgia counties, including Jackson, Barrow and Banks, has a day of fun planned for Saturday, Aug. 8, when it will showcase plans for the new Jackson County camp property. Last December, ESP completed its purchase of Wellspring Camp, located at 193 Lindsay Lane in Jefferson just off Highway 129, and has updated its strategic plan to include the Jackson County camp in its future offerings. Tug of Love, an event organized last year at Crow’s Lake by the Leadership Jackson Class of 2014 as a community fundraiser for Wellspring Camp and its work with the special needs population in12 counties plus its home base of Oconee. The ultimate tug-of-war challenge is being issued and all proceeds will go toward EPS Camp Jackson. All proceeds will help to make ESP’s dream of an accessible overnight camp for children with developmental disabilities possible. Tug-of-war competitions and family fun activities are planned with tugging to get under way at 10 a.m. “Watch teams of firefighters, police officers and other competitive individuals pull each other through the mud to victory,” said Brianne Baine on behalf of EPS. Teams of five tuggers are now forming with two categories of competitors: the Lugs, for teams of those older than 18 and weighing more than 180 pounds; and the Lightweights, those under age 18 and weighing less than 180 pounds. Team entry fee is $250 in advance and $300 on event day. A children’s tugging exhibition will also be set up. Awards will go to the strongest team – both Lugs and Lightweights; and to the best dressed tteam. ESP participants will get special recognition. Ross Kesterson, a Leadership Jackson alum, is serving as event chairman. He can be contacted at ross@restore-pros.com or call at 706614-3411. “Enjoy food, entertainment, and a range of activities for the kids: water slides, hay rides, and games,” said Kesterson. Admission to Tug of Love is free and food will be available by donation. You can also get more information by contacting Brianne Baine at baine@extraspecialpeople.com or visiting www.extraspecialpeople.com/tug-of-love/
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Kim Smith, Christine Martinello, Peggy Slappey and Bob Martinello stood in front of the holiday decorated fireplace inside the Sarazen House at Chateau Elan where the 2015 Christmas Love Box’s “Love is Magical” theme was introduced. Smith and Slappey shared how the Christmas Love Box had enriched their family’s holiday last year. Bob Martinello read the story written about how the inspiration for the Christmas Love Box came about and the book is included in the Love Box kit.
Spirit of Christmas is already here Yes, it’s Christmas in July as the Martinello family is launching its “Love Is Magical” theme for the Christmas Love Box, a family tradition being marketed to the pbulic for the second straight year. According to Christine and Bob Martinello, who live at Chateau Elan with their two sons and daughter, this treasured tradition will unite your family in love – one note at a time. The Martinellos launched the concept last July. With 430 boxes sold last year, Christine estimates that 12,000 love notes were written for Christmas 2014. She is hopeful that 1,700 kits will be sold this year so that 51,000 love notes can be shared this holiday season. “We celebrate the Spirit of Christmas in July because it reminds us of the love of Christ and gives us time to reconnect with family. We can start the ‘Christmas Love Box’ tradition when our lives are a little less hectic. It’s fun and brings everyone closer together,” says Christine. She welcomed two Christmas Love Box purchasers who provided her with feedback she wanted to share with others. Kim Smith said she grew up in a dysfunctional family and the love notes helped her brothers and sisters share some muchneeded emotions. “There were a lot of tissues; a lot of healing was done,” said Smith, who also noted the dialogue was opened to share about her faith and about love for family. “It was so meaningful to all of us.” For Peggy Slappey’s family, the gift of Christmas Love boxes proved to be the perfect gift and helped to get the holidays, which had gotten out of control, back to the family-focus it needed. Since
The Christmas Love Box is available for $29.99 with 2015 cards available for $9.99. You can learn more and order at www.christmaslovebox.com her mother lives alone, she was able to take home a box filled with love notes for Mom Helen. “We were sharing our love and encouragement and inspiring one another,” said Slappey, who found her mother in tears as she read and re-read the box of love notes which she keeps on the end table near her sofa. When she reads a note, she then prays for that loved one; This is keeping her connected with those great-grands, said Slappey. For the Blake family, the 2014 Christmas was both a treat and an extra special bless-
ing of love and commitment with their first Christmas with the Christmas Love Box. Deb Wenig read Mrs. Blake’s sentiments: “With lots of love, humor, respect and heart-felt love; everyone wrote individual notes to other family members and were (amazingly so) willing to read them aloud. The tears, love and gift of the real purpose of Christmas took front stage . . . how can we forget the birth of Christ and His saving grace. “The best of the best was from my husband, . . . who isn’t a gift/materialistic kind of guy said: ‘WOW, finally, we remember Christmas for what it is . . . LOVE of Family and not of gifts.” Christine also said that churches and nonprofits are utilizing the love boxes including the Gwinnett Children’s Shelter. Executive director Maureen Kornowa said the shelter is incorporating love notes into lessons being provided to young mothers. The young moms are given love notes to share their thoughts on paper which they can save for their baby to read when older. The shelter also used house boxes to give those staffers and residents who spent the holidays at the shelter an opportunity to share their love notes with each other. Kornowa said she also used a Christmas Love Box with her two grown daughters. While she loves Christmas, she said they often get loss in the stuff. “This put the importance back on love by using the Christmas Love Box to talk abuot what really matters,” said Kornowa.
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At the Christmas in July celebration, Deb Wenig read a testimonial from Mrs. Blake, who shared how much the new tradition for their family meant to her.
Maureen Kornowa, director of the Gwinnett Children’s Shelter, with Christine Martinello and Peggy Slappey, who also shared how the Christmas Love Box provided much joy to the family matriarch “Mom Helen” as she read the notes and looked at the pictures drawn by young family members too young to express their love with the written word.
Shades & Smiles
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Richard Gnann entertained a crowd of Braselton Library Summer Reading Program participants at The Children’s Place at New Liberty on July 8. Mr. Richard had a group of children dancing like it was 1966 as they sported their cool shades. He entertained with song and got the children involved in the action and they had some big smiles. See more scenes at ClickThePaper.com. The Summer Reading Program is winding down with the drawing for the Kindle on July 31 at 1 p.m. at the Braselton Library.
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COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS Hoschton Women’s Civic Club. The next meeting of the Hoschton Women’s Civic Club will be held Tuesday, July 28, at 6:30 p.m. at Hoschton Depotl. The location had changed to city hall after the arson fire at the Hoschton Depot. “We do like being back at the depot,” says member Nancy Rhodes. Everyone is welcome to attend and the club’s membership drive will be at 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 25 at the Hoschton Depot. Dates for other upcoming Hoschton Women’s Civic Club meetings are Sept. 22 and Oct. 27. Art exhibit. The open session art group of the Hoschton Heritage Art Council (HHAC) is having an art exhibit of one our members. Seascapes & Landscapes by Lowell Crawford will be on display at the Hoschton Depot from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 1, and from 1-7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 2. Cruise-in. American Street Rodders host cruise-ins on the first Saturday of each month from April through October on City Square in Hoschton, beginning at 5 p.m. The annual car show will be held in conjunction with the Hoschton Fall Festival which will be Sept. 25-27. Systematic Herbalism class. Revival Valley Academy is offering a Systematic Herbalism class every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Dr. Liang (Dr. Cool), instructor and holistic healer, has prepared a unique curriculum based on Traditional Chinese Medicine, biblical principles and his own life experiences. The course is designed to educate on several common illnesses from the flu to diabetes, and even cancer and enable students to tailor-make herbal formulations to treat them. The Academy is located at 3388 Highway 53, Suite E in Hoschton. Call 404-3081785 or email lightlifelove@ yahoo.com Volunteer Appreciation Day. Friends of the BraseltonWest Jackson Library will hold a Volunteer Appreciation Day on Sept. 21 from 1-3 p.m. at Higher Grounds Coffee House. This is for all volunteers and substitutes. Come join the fun. Call Marilyn Deal at 770-289-7224 or 770-965-3319 for reservations. There is also a signup sheet in the AFTERWORDS store. Fireside jam session at Fort Yargo. A campfire jam session will be held from 7:30-9:30 p.m. on Friday, July 24, at Fort Yargo State Park. A bluegrass band will be playing at the nature center but
attendees are welcome to bring their own instruments to join in on the fun. With admission, guests will be given complimentary s’mores and are welcome to bring a picnic dinner. Attendees will enjoy music, campfire stories and family fun. Fort Yargo State Park features a 1792 log fort built. Today, visitors come to Fort Yargo for its wide variety of outdoor recreation and scenery. Admission for this event is $3 per person; For more information, visit www.gastateparks.org/info/ftyargo or call 770-867-3489. Barrow County Library trustees. The Barrow County Board of Library Trustees will meet at 4 p.m. on Monday, July 27, at the Winder Public Library, located at 189 Bellview St., in Winder. All trustees meetings are open to the public.
5K/10K/fun run is Aug. 29 at Crow’s Lake Get your running shoes on and lace your shoe strings because it’s time for the third annual Primal Rush. The event, which will take place Saturday, Aug. 29, at Crow’s Lake in Jefferson, has changed to a trail running event after two years as an obstacle course race. “It’s a fundraiser event. It’s for runners to come out and be able to do what they love and help support The Tree House,” said Victoria Patrick, co-chair of the event. “It’s a good way to raise money.” The event will be raising money for The Tree House, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to strengthen communities by reducing the impact and occurrence of child abuse through various avenues including educating,
supporting and nurturing children and families in Barrow, Banks and Jackson counties. “Last year and the year before it was an obstacle race,” Patrick said. “You had to go through mud and go through a lake. There was a lot more expense because of the insurance. There was a lot invested in it. This is just where people sign up to participate and run.” There are various entry fees for each race. Entry fees that are postmarked by Aug. 10 cost less than if runners wait until the day of the race. And for those unable to attend, they can still support the race by donating $20 and still receive a T-shirt. According to Patrick, there will also be a kids run that will start early that morning so that the children can come
out and participate. “We had around 250 participate last year,” Patrick said. “Last year it was done in waves but this year it will be done straight through. Our goal is 275300 racers to participate in all three races. The neatest thing is… if you’re a really big runner, you can do the 5K and the 10K because we timed it so that you can do one, come in and rest for a few, and then do the other one. “ There are cash prizes for the top male and female runners in the half marathon. Last year The Tree House provided over 7,923 advocacy and crisis counseling services to more than 650 child victims of sexual and physical abuse. Those that who wish to help sponsor the race have until Aug. 15 to come on board. You can learn more about sponsorship and signing up for the race at www.primalrushtr.com
Run the Vineyard 5K. The Braselton Rotary Club will host the seventh annual Run the Vineyard on Saturday, Aug. 1, beginning at 7:30 a.m. Sponsorships are available. Online registration is now available for $20 at www.active.com (See braselton-ga/ running/distance-runningraces/7th-annual-run-thevineyard-5k-rotary-club-ofbraselton-2015). Rotarians also have registration forms which are available on the club’s website and Facebook page. The 5K runs through the grounds of Chateau Elan and raises money for local charity partners as well as a donation to the booster club of the high school cross country team with the most participants. Packet pickup is from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Friday, July 31, or from 6:30-7:30 a.m. on race day at Paddy’s Pavilion located at Chateau Elan. Superhero Run for Piedmont CASA. Grab your Superhero costume and join Piedmont CASA on Sept. 26 at Fort Yargo State Park for the fourth annual Superhero Run. The family fun run/1k begins at 8 a.m. at picnic shelter #2. The trail run begins at 8:30 a.m. from the same location on a course laid out by Classic Race Services. Register online at Active.com up until a few days before the race or come on race day at 7 a.m. To be guaranteed a T-shirt, register by Sept. 14. All donations are tax deductible. Visit www. piedmontcasa.org or check them out Facebook.
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Mayfield celebrates ice cream July 28 To celebrate National Ice Cream Month and thank all of its consumers and fans for their loyal support, Mayfield Dairy invites the public to come out to the Braselton Visitor Center and enjoy a free, single scoop of their favorite Mayfield ice cream (cup or cone) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, July 28. “We like to think that every day is an ice cream day, but for those who need an excuse to indulge in a scoop of their favorite frozen treat, we invite them to join us for a ‘Free Ice Cream Day’ at the Braselton Visitor Center and enjoy the ‘World’s Best Ice Cream’ that’s guaranteed to lift you up and cool you down on even the hottest summer day,” said Mary Williams, general manager for Mayfield Dairy Farms. Williams continued, “We invite the public to join Mayfield Dairy in celebrating National Ice Cream Month by enjoying a free single scoop of their favorite Mayfield ice cream with their friends and family at the Braselton Visitor Center. “It’s a great opportunity for everyone to experience the rich, creamy taste of Mayfield ice cream, but most important, it’s our way to say thanks to Braselton and the surrounding communities for their incredible support throughout the years,” she said.
Primal Rush morphs to trail run
Race Times ~ Half Marathon 7:00am 10K 7:30am ~ 5K 9:00am ~ Kids Run 8:30am Come join us at Crow’s Lake, 155 Crow’s Lake, Jefferson, GA 30549 for the 3rd Annual Primal Rush event. The 5k, 10K, and Half Marathon will be run on the trails on the ground of Crow’s Lake. Registration opens at 6am on Race Day. Register in advance at www.active.com, www.primalrushtr.com or call The Tree House at 770-868-1900. Proceeds from the race will benefit The Tree House, a nonprofit organization whose mission it to reduce the impact and occurrence of child abuse through counseling, educating, supporting and nurturing children and families in Barrow, Banks and Jackson counties. For more information on The Tree House visit www.thetreehouseinc.org. AWARDS: 5K and 10K Awards will be given to Overall M/F, Master M/F and top three M/F in each age group. Cash Prize will be given to the Overall M/F in the Half Marathon (winner must be 21 or older to receive cash prize). Awards will be given to Masters M/F and top three in M/F in age group.
Entry Fee Postmarked by 8/10/15 5K Race: 10K Race: Half Marathon: 5K & 10K: Kids Fun Run:
$20 (includes Dri-fit shirt) $30 (includes Dri- Fit shirt) $45 (includes Dri-Fit shirt & participation medal) $40 (includes 1 Dri-Fit Shirt) $15 (includes cotton t-shirt)
Phantom Runner is available for $20 for those who want to support the race, but are unable to attend. Phantom Runner shirts will be mailed. Registration is also available at www.active.com. Dri-Fit t-shirts will be guaranteed to all participants registered by 8/10/15 and as supplies last on race day.
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Vacation Bible School fun at Walnut Fork
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Rebekah Berthold, Siena Berthold, Padyen Franklin and Alena Berthold paint cowboy birdhouses during Western night at Walnut Fork Baptist Church’s VBS last week. Below: The Children having fun during beach night at Walnut Forks Baptist Church’s VBS.
VBX- Vacation Bible Extreme was hosted at Walnut Fork Baptist Church last week, July 12-16, and there was fellowship, food and most importantly, God, for the entire family. Pastor Rusty Newman delivered a short message/lesson and there were crafts and family fun every night. Families were encouraged to dress up to match the theme each evening. Sunday was Western night with hot dogs and chips served up and folks donned cowboy hats and boots while on Monday, Pasghetti – Spaghetti for perfect perfect people – was served up with the theme being The Past. Tuesday was Taco Tuesday and it was Sports Night when T-ball was played. Dodge City dodge ball was also played, and Pastor Newman gave high fives to Michael Holcombe and Jackson Thomas after a good game of dodge ball. It was Hallelujah Hamburgers served up on Wednesday when the theme was The Future while Thursday’s Beach night found youngsters enjoying water activities and more. Chicken tenders were on the menu. Sunday services at 9:45 a.m. for Bible study and 11 a.m. for worship and children’s church. Wednesday kids adventures are at 6:30 p.m. along with Bible study. Homecoming will be Aug. 9, and the church is located at 557 Highway 60 in Hoschton, with Dr. Rusty Newman as pastor.
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Piper McCaa hits the ball while playing T-ball with VBS helpers David Holcombe, Westley Nix, Vance Holcombe, and Ryan Robinson during Sports Night at Walnut Fork Baptist Church’s Vacation Bible School.
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Hi, Carolyn: Do I have a right to be upset by my mother-in-law’s monetary gifts? Occasionally, my motherin-law will send my husband a check, made out solely to him. I find out about it if I get the mail and specifically ask what my mother-in-law sent. I suspect there have been occasions where money has been sent and it was their little secret. I feel shut out, and this disturbs me. We really don’t need the money, but my husband likes to gamble and usually spends it at the casino, so there is nothing to show for it. My mother-in-law has a family member with a gambling addiction, so I know she would not approve of this, but she is unwittingly enabling this behavior. I’d rather the money be spent on something tangible, but I don’t know if I even have a right to be upset. It’s her money, and she’s giving
Carolyn Hax it away. Should I just butt out? This is a note to all parents of adult children — your generosity might be undermining your kids’ relationships in ways you can’t imagine. Thank you very little. — Not Particularly Grateful If you think the only thing keeping spouses from sharing parental windfalls is an extra name on the “pay to the order of” line, then who’s the enabler here? A check made out to your husband can only undermine your marriage if he chooses to gamble it away in secret. So, yes, be upset at your husband. Even if you believe
100 percent the money is hers and therefore his, you still have every right to your say: “(Husband), it bothers me that we never talked about how we should handle these checks from your mom. If you believe they’re yours alone, then I don’t necessarily disagree, I’d just like to be part of that decision.” Even if the money is “mine” or “yours,” its designation as such needs to be “ours.” This is where you also discuss your discomfort with the gambling. You don’t need the money now, but if you ever do, then you don’t want that to be the first time you have the yoursmine-ours conversation. Any responsibility for any discontent — with his secrecy, his gambling, this ongoing maternal pipeline — falls smack in the middle of your marriage. Making mom-inlaw the target of your resentment is just grabbing the
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Dear Carolyn: I am going to a wedding in a month with my wife of 25 years. The three-day function will have many people from my past. Two of my past high school/college flames will be attending. My wife doesn’t know them, nor of my past relationships with these women. They have never come up in any past discussions. My wife is aware they will be there, but believes they were simply friends without benefits. I have not been in touch with them since the 1970s. I am assuming my intimate past with them will not come up, but one never knows as the booze will flow. Should I tell her before we go, or hope discretion will hold out? — Wondering in Atlanta I know using your sincere request for advice as a
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when I told you about those two female friends of mine? Well, we, uh ... ”), or you can decide that conversation between two middle-agers is too ridiculous to have and instead let the weekend play out. I won’t steer you to one or the other. And it is not because I don’t have an opinion, but because your fate seems already sealed. A spouse who will flip her lid over your having touched! other! women! before her! will do so whether prepped or ambushed, and a spouse who accepts there were others before her, duh, will have her duh-reflex engaged whether informed in advance or in the middle. Sometimes you just have to hope you married well and have fewer drinks than your date. Chat with Carolyn online at noon each Friday at www. washingtonpost.com.
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The Longstreet Clinic, P.C. is seeking candidates for the following positions: Professional Recruiter/ Outreach Specialist Full-time position blending recruitment and marketing in support of TLC’s continued growth and expansion. Hone your skills in marketing, public relation and recruitment while developing relationships with physicians, patients and employees. Candidates will have a bachelors degree with strong organizational and communication skills. This is a great opportunity to work with incredible people while expanding your skill set. The Comprehensive Care program at The Longstreet Clinic, P.C. is expanding due to the needs of our patients and the communities that we serve by opening a new location in Oakwood, Georgia. We are seeking LPNs to support this expansion for Gainesville and Oakwood. Hours available will be day, evening and Saturday. Previous experience in an urgent care facility or emergency department is highly desirable. The Pharmacy at The Longstreet Clinic, P.C. is seeking a dynamic professional to manage the retail pharmacy located in our building on Jesse Jewell Parkway in Gainesville. This position will give the Pharmacist opportunities to work in a collaborative environment directly with physicians while providing excellent service to patients. The ideal candidate will be a PharmD and have experience effectively managing operations and personnel in a retail pharmacy. This position is full time, with some evenings and weekend work required. The Center for Women’s Health is seeking candidates for a certified medical coder. Certified Professional Coder (CPC) is required. CEMC certification is preferred. Prefer 2-5 years of OB/ GYN coding experience. Previous Centricity Group Management/IDX experience a plus. The Longstreet Clinic, P.C. is one of the largest private medical practices in North Georgia. With over 600 employees, we offer competitive compensation and generous benefits. Please visit our website at: www. longstreet clinic.com to apply. Click on the Careers tab to review a complete list of employment opportunities and to submit your application.
Misc. Help Wanted CIRCULATION DEPT is seeking prospects for future route delivery in Northeast Georgia. Must be 18 or older w/ valid driver’s license & insured vehicle. Must have reliable vehicle & backup substitute. Areas Available: •Flowery Branch •Oakwood •Braselton •Chateau Elan For more information, please call our carrier hotline: 770-535-6347. or e-mail: dbeckwith@ gainesvilletimes.com At Home Or Office Pt/Ft $200/$600 Wkly Phone, Cust. Svc Exp. Pd Trng. Buford Office Dental Care Rx 770-271-1115 CARRIAGE NISSAN & KIA in Gainesville are looking for Cashiers, Porters, Oil Change Techs & Service Writers. Please apply in person or email resume to rtapp@ carriageutogroup.com. No Phone Calls Please Dump Truck Driver/ Experienced Heavy Equipt Oper. needed for local grading co. Drug screen required. 770-869-3135 Local lawn care company is seeking a FT spray technician. Clean background/drug/DMV. Apply online at http:// www.got-bugs.com/ about-us/careers.
Local pest control company is seeking a FT pest control technClean background/drug/DMV. Apply online at http:// www.got-bugs.com/ about-us/careers. Position in Cumming pulling building material orders for shipment to residential home builders, loading/ unloading trucks, stock putaway, etc, as needed. . Must be able to operate forklift and chainsaw. All outdoor work, overtime as required. Please send resume to: jack.struve@ bvlumber.com Tired of Dead End, Low Skill, and Low Pay Jobs With No Future? Office Pro’s offers a once in a lifetime opportunity in a recession resistant industry with a growing profitable company. We train you in all areas of customer service to move up the income ladder quickly. You will immediately earn a good income with plenty of hours and be taught how to add value to yourself, your services and your customers. Never again be laid off, have your hours cut or stop learning. Rather, grow every day with Office Pro’s—we work hard and play hard as a team. We have several positions open in furniture sales, installation and marketing to match your goals, passions and skills. Good hourly pay with plenty of OT, Commission, Tips, SPIFFS and special project pay. We are a private company that believes in God, Family and work in that order. No overnights or Sundays and time off when needed for family and church. We are a drug and smoke FREE workplace and a good MVR is required. Full benefits after 90 days: 401K, 12 paid holidays per year and teammate purchase plan. Interview hours: 12:00pm-6:00pm Monday-Friday Mail, Fax or email resume to: Attn: John at Office Pro’s 2121 Browns Bridge Rd Gainesville, GA 30501 Fax: 770-535-7020 Email: ar@officeproson line.com
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Security SECURITY - Full & Part-time Gainesville/Jefferson area. Apply online only www.ekgsecurity.com No phone calls please
Trades Immediate Opening: A European engine company seeks to add a qualified engine technician to assist up with the continued growth of the business. Porsche experience is a plus. Willing to train the correct person. This is a full time, Monday-Friday, position in a fast paced environment. If you are interested in joining our company, please call 706.219.4874 ext 627. Serious inquires only. Norcross based Truck Equipment Company in need of a Truck Equipment Mechanic. The ideal applicant would possess the following qualifications: Hydraulic Knowledge, wiring knowledge and welding knowledge. The right trainee with a strong mechanical apptitude would be considered. Benefits - Weekly direct deposit pay, Company contributed Health Insurance and 401K, uniforms. paid holidays and vacation. email your resume tocommtruckequip@ gmail.com
Truck Drivers CDL DRIVER w/reefer exp. M-F w/occasional Sat. 706-265-1544 Class A Driver Associate Lumber Company in Cumming is looking for a lumber distribution driver. Some of the duties required are, but not limited to: Deliver building materials using tractor trailer or tandem axle flatbeds, or single axle flat bed dump,, ability to drive truck mounted lift used to unload or pick up materials from job site, load truck and secure load according to DOT guidelines. Previous experience in lumber yards is preferred, but not necessary. See our website , bvlumber.com for more information. Please send resume to: jack.struve@ bvlumber.com
Office/Clerical Busy vascular surgery office in Gainesville seeking Front Desk Person with medical office experience. Must be professional, dependable and friendly. Great benefits! Please send resume to jobs@gasurgery.com. Busy, dynamic REALTOR® needs hands on PT asst. to transition to FT; detailed, exc. writing skills; personable; resume to 678-922-7571. Experienced Data Entry Clerk needed in fast-paced, air conditioned warehouse environment in Buford, GA. Minimum 2+ years experience in data entry. Attention to detail and accuracy are crucial! ! Excellent benefits including 100% employer paid health insurance! Matching 401k available. Email resumes to resumes@gesrepair.com or fax to 770-965-1314. Please put Subject: Data Entry.
Part-Time Help Wanted Parts Dept/Sales- at local Equipt Dealership 678-776-6868
Professional Wastewater Operator The City of Cornelia has opening for Class III+. Have skills & physical ability to operate equipment. Work inside & outdoors. High School diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, work some holidays & weekends. Application @ corneliageorgia.org under HR Dept. or fax (706) 778-2234. EOE
CLASS B CDL DRIVER WANTED. 2+ yrs exp. required. $1,000 hiring bonus. Local, guaranteed 40Hrs /wk. Send resume to stub@redoaksanitation. com. Terra Renewal Services IncTRUCK DRIVER •Class A w/Tanker •Clean driving record •Overtime, weekends and some travel possible Full benefits & Pay based on experience. Contact James Powell – 803.406.1453 We are looking for a Delivery Truck Driver for a Construction Supplies Flat Bed Delivery Truck. This “Driver” opportunity reports to the Supervisor for Dispatch & Inventory Control/Inside Sales Coordinator / and Operations Manager. The Primary Duties include Delivery of product to Customer. Load and unload product onto and off of Delivery Truck. Secondary Duties include Assisting the Inventory Coordinator with Yard upkeep, and Assisting with loading and unloading of all of our Delivery Trucks as well as unloading or loading incoming and outgoing freight. An active CDL Class B License is preferred, or the ability to pass the CDL Test in a minimal amount of time is required. CDL and DOT Drug Tests are required. An excellent Driving History as to Safety, Accidents, and moving Violations is a must. You could Drive a mixture of F150’s, F550’s, F750’s, or an International 4400. All Local Deliveries. Delivery during the Daytime work hours and go home at night. Lift Truck / Forklift Experience and Training helpful. Email kerry@ procontractorsupplyinc. com.
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Homes-Rentals
Appliances
ApartmentsUnfurnished
WASHER & DRYER Kenmore. Exc Cond. $250. 770-983-1507
Cemetery Lots for Sale 2 Cemetery Lots & 2 Vaults in Sprucelawn Section of Memorial Park Cemetery, Memorial Park Dr. $ 4000 770.560.4268
Efficiencies $115/wk & up, includes utils/ cable. 770-539-2938 Oakwood - 2/1.5, yard very safe, H/A $690$740. 678-357-5044
Business Property For Rent
2 Cemetery Lots in Cherry Section at Memorial Park. 770-983-1163
Coins & Jewelry EMERALD RING- 1.65ct, emerald cut, .5 ct baguettes, 14ct white gold band. Official Appraisal: $5,950; Sell For: $2,380/obo. 770-297-9640
Furniture brand new tempurpedic ergo frame queen size, with remote. new $1500 asking $1250. call 706-949-0302 or 706499958
Lawn Equipment CUB CADET RIDING MOWER, 19 HP, 42” cut, very good cond., $400 cash only. Flowery Branch. 678-617-5012 DR FIELD & BRUSH MOWER. 18.5 hp, Kawasaki Pro-XL w/26 inch deck, plus brush blade, chains, manual. Approx. 25 hrs use. $2,850. 770-531-9738
Livestock HORSE & TACK AUCTION Sat, July 25th, 5pm. Pony Express Stock Yard, 1852 Hwy 11 South, Covington, GA For info 704-434-6389 or 704-473-8715 GA Lic AUNR002843
Misc. For Sale BUY the book “Truly First Omnibus” about cheating the fates. Buy at amazon.com. 770-534-8625. ELECTRIC LIFT RECLINER; 2 Tool Boxes full of tools. 770-535-2376
For Sale: 2 - Mac Xserver G5 - each has 80Gb + 500Gb hard drives, 1GB Ram (Upgradable to 16GB!), 2GHz CPU, etc. Both work fine. Sale as-is. This is a STEAL!! $100 for both. Contact: dwoodard@ gainesvilletimes.com PIERCE’S PINE STRAW - 1507 Martin Luther King Blvd. would like to announce at my regret slash pine straw will soon be a thing of the past. Government will not pay farmers to plant the slash pine anymore only long needle to be replanted. We now have only long needle straw for sale. To pick up- straw price per bale $4 under 50 bales, 50 bales or more $3.75, delivered $4.25. Call me 678-617-0403 or call 678-677-6352 Thank-You! ROTO TILLER, 5 HP; 10 hp Generator, needs little bit of work. 770-536-4804 WANTED: CRAFTERS/ BAKERS Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Gainesville will host a mission bazaar on Sat., Nov. 7th, 2015. If you have handiwork you would like to sell, please contact the church office at 770-532-2428, Mon-Thurs, 9am-3pm. WASHER & DRYER, $175 obo. Apartment size Electric Stove, $100 obo; Misc. Tables; Electric Dryer, $75. Moving-Must Go! Everything works great. 706-400-8624
Pets & Supplies BUNCHES OF FREE KITTENS TO LOVING HOMES. 706-968-4334 TOY POODLE, CKC, Shots/wormed. 1 black male $300. 706-865-1640
1,949 s.f. professional office space with 6+ offices. Easy walk to lunch on Gainesville’s Square. Very nice space! $15.00 p.s.f. Brent Hoffman Berkshire Hathaway Georgia Properties Commercial Division 770-533-6721/Direct 770-536-3007/Office BrentHoffman.com
Duplexes For Rent 3BR $695; 2BR $595. In City. Very Nice! 678-617-5073
Houses For RentUnfurnished
Wheels Autos For Sale Daycare/ Office For Sale Limestone/Clarks Bridge area. 9,000 s.f. on 2+ acres. Easily renovated for office/medical/ senior care and other special use facilities. Substantially reduced $735,000. Brent Hoffman Berkshire Hathaway Georgia Properties Commercial Division 770-533-6721/Direct 770-536-3007/Office BrentHoffman.com
House For Sale-Hall County A UNIQUE, 9 room home, 3BR/2BA, 2 car, fplc, walkout bsmt, lg. deck, + attached 1BR/1BA Apt, w/ eat-in kitch, Living room, dining area, laundry, screened porch. Off Duckett Mill Rd. Asking $224,900. For appt: 770-297-8685 Flowery Branch 5BR/4BA Executive House- Possible owner financing or lease purchase. Call for details if interested. 770-519-5468
Apts/Homes. General Property Mgmt. 770-287-1456 www. callapartments.com N. Hall 3BR/2BA, 5127 Shirley Rd. $850 + dep. No pets 678-622-0349 N. HALL, 4BR/2BA, $900/mo + dep.. 678- 615-4247 770-534-2722
Mobile Homes For Rent 2BR/1BA, E. Hall/Lula, $300 dep. No pets. 706-654-0958
REDUCED $25k 525 Bradford St NW Great in town home w/ 3bd 3.5ba Now $349,134 525bradfordstreet.info Parks and Meeks Team Keller Williams Lanier Partners 770-503-7070 770-718-5610
Investement Property
Gainesville, S/N Hall 1-3BR $85 & up, per wk No app fee. 1 week free 770-534-7596
6 miles S. of Helen, GA 12 acres + -, 10 acres under pasture, fenced, city water, hwy frontage, 2 rental houses. Excellent for horse farm and income. Call 706-889-3262
Roommates Wanted
Lake Property For Sale
MEN- Be$t, Pvt home, Furn BR, All Priv + Xtras, Oakwood. 770-530-1110
FSBO, view of lake & mountains, 7.51 gently sloping acres of lg. hardwoods, beautiful home sites on every acre from front property Gainesville (Hwy 60) to (Corps. of Engineers) property, 2 old home sites, 1 old house, commercial potential, natural gas, AT&T, city water on property. 706-658-6881
ROOMMATE Hwy 53 West. Gainesville Cable/Utils included. $385mo. No smoking 678-689-8821
Rooms For Rent $115/wk. Furnd, all utils & cable. W/D, kitchen. 678-862-3033/Randy
Homes & Real Estate
Business Property For Sale
MUST GO – NOW $69.900 Rare 500 ft of incredible shoreline with stunning panoramic views on the main channel. Level build site and gentle walk to water. Large all-weather dock to enjoy! (was $350,000) Call 770-362-1092
Lots For Sale 1.33 ACRE LOT off DAVIS BRIDGE RD with LAKE LANIER VIEW. Asking: $21,300 OBO. Zoned RESIDENTIAL. Plats & Surveys available. Call 678-288-5404 for details.
Recreation 5,600 s.f. Restaurant Fully furnished Flowery Branch. Easy and quick way to open your restaurant $325,000. Brent Hoffman Berkshire Hathaway Georgia Properties Commercial Division 770-533-6721/Direct 770-536-3007/Office BrentHoffman.com
Central Gainesville— Jesse Jewell Parkway High visibility/ great signage 44+ person office that can be purchased or leased in sections. Brent Hoffman Berkshire Hathaway Georgia Properties Commercial Division 770-533-6721/Direct 770-536-3007/Office BrentHoffman.com
CADILLAC 2005 DeVille 136k miles. Very Clean. Exc Cond. $3995. 706-867-8848 CHEVY 2011 Malibu $11,987 All Credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 CHEVY 2012 Impala LTZ $12,987 All Credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 CHEVY 2015 Camaro LT $24,987 All credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 FORD 1967 DUMP TRUCK- Steel bed, dbl cyl. $2500 Toyota 2000 Camry- low miles, new eng. $2500; GEO 1994Metro New eng, alum radiator, new tires, Billet wheels $1000; 943 Bobcat Skid Steer, 1991. $5000. Many Items For Sale. Commercial Mowers, Equipment & Tools. Randall Edwards 706-652-3362; cell: 470-201-7833 FORD 2005 Taurus SE. Burgundy, cold air, electric windows, CD, Clean. 140k miles. $2900. 678-697-9437
Boats & Marine KAYOT PONTOON 24’ Aluminum. 35 Chrysler outboard. $950. 678-696-8532
RV’s/Travel Trailers Everest 295TS 2007 5th wheel w/super slide hitch, 3 slides, 1 owner, no smoker/pets. gar kept. Like New! Used very little 706-865-7173; 706-892-9699 PACE ARROW Motorhome-34’, gas, fully self-cont’d w/Onan 6500 gen., satellite & flat screeen TV, 2 A/C’s, 5 awnings, new tires, leveling jacks, Very Clean. 35k miles. $16,900/obo. 678-400-2188 SUNVALLEY 2006 Ultra Light. Exc Cond. Has shower, A/C, all appls, Perfect for small family, couple or hunter. Smaller tow vehicle. $5700. 678-546-9129
NISSAN 2013 Cube $12,987 All credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 NISSAN 2014 Altima SV 17k miles. $18,987 All credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 TOYOTA 2012 Prius V $16,987 All Credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 TOYOTA 2014 Camry SE. $16,987 All credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335
Motorcycles HARLEY 2001 Fat Boy. Great cond. Lots of extras. Must Sell! Asking $7000/negot. Call Jerry 678-617-2819 HONDA 2001 Goldwing, 36,500 miles, hot rod yellow w/ Bush Tec trailer, never any mechanical problems, Corbin seats, thrust mufflers, stock seat, 3 sets of helmets, 2 sets of heated suits, 2 heated coats, 2 cool vests, heated gloves & more. $11,000. Please call Gary 770-539-1700
Sport Utility Vehicles
FORD 2014 Mustang Convt. $19,987 All credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335
CHEVY 2002 Trailblazer $175 bi-weekly. No credit check. 678-429-1311 call or text
PONTIAC 1993 Firebird, LT1 Corvette engine, 5.8L Formula package, runs great, ex. cond., Serious collectors only. 706-499-6778
FORD 2004 Explorer. Silver w/gray cloth int, 3rd row seat, new trans/ brks/batt. AWD, 155kmi. Dependable. $3900. 678-400-2188
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MITSUBISHI 2013 Outlander Sport $14,987 All credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335
Import Cars ACURA 2012 TSX $18,987 All credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 HONDA 2012 Accord EXL. V6. 26k miles. $17,987 All Credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 HYUNDAI 2014 Sonata GLS $14,987 All credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 HYUNDAI 2014 Veloster $15,987 All credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335
Acreage For Sale East Hall 45 acres on north Oconee River for sale. 8 acres of pasture , balance wooded. Beautiful property. Convenient to Gainesville. Reduced to $5,400 an acre. Brent Hoffman Berkshire Hathaway Georgia Properties Commercial Division 770-533-6721/Direct 770-536-3007/Office BrentHoffman.com See webpage for pictures and video.
BUICK 2003 Regal LS. 128k, new tires/brakes, Great cond. $3200. 678-316-7679
NISSAN 2013 Altima 3.5S $18,987 All credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335
KIA 2013 Rio LX. $11,987 All Credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 KIA 2014 Optima LX $16,987 All credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335
Trucks FORD 1988-F-250. 7.3 diesel, 5spd, Ext Cab. VGC.. Trade possible. $3,500/obo. 770-967-0751 FORD 2011 Ranger sport Ext Cab. $14,987 All credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 FORD 2014 F150 Crew Cab. 4x4, 21k miles. $32,987 All Credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 TOYOTA 2012 Tacoma Crew Cab, TRD Sport Pkg. 29k miles. $27,987. All Credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 TOYOTA 2013 Tacoma Reg. cab. Auto. $16,987 All credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335
Vans
LEXUS 2014 ES 330 $8987 All Credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335
CHRYSLER 2014 Town & Country $19,987 All Credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335
MERCEDES 2013 C250 36K Miles. $25,987 All Credit OK Call Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335
DODGE 2007 Grand Caravan Only 80k miles. Very clean. Exc Cond. $6995 706-867-8848
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STUDENTS K-5 4 PM • AUG 1
AT GRACE PAVILION, 380 SAM FREEMAN RD., HOSCHTON FREE SCHOOL SUPPLY GIVE AWAY INCLUDING BACKPACK TO THE FIRST 100 CHILDREN K-5 Inflatable’s, Pony Rides, Food and much more!!! SUNDAY SERVICES: Sunday School 9:30 am | Morning Worship 10:30 am | Evening Service 6 pm WEDNESDAYS SERVICE 7 PM P.O. Box 92 | 99 East Jefferson Street | Hoschton, GA 30548 | Office: 706-654-8415
Pastor E. Cory Sexton
Children’s Pastor
Cell: 678-234-9408 Home: 706-654-6625
Tim Hilton
Karla Sexton
Cell: 770-601-3052
Cell: 404-405-1805
Choir Director
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380 Sam Freeman Rd., Hoschton, GA Ride by & see our progress!!! www.facebook.com/TheChurchOfHoschton