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An intergovernmental agreement between Jackson County and the City of Jefferson to authorize the city to provide Rescue and Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) services to the Jefferson Fire District is being proposed.

The Jackson County Board of Commissioners will likely consider the agreement at its July 15 meeting.

Currently, Jackson County EMS operates a rescue truck, staffed by eight volunteers on a call-by-call basis, for the Jefferson area.

Emergency Services Director Steve Nichols said with the small roster of volunteers, the rescue truck response times can be quite lengthy if volunteers are not available.

The City of Jefferson would like to enter

into an intergovernmental agreement for the City of Jefferson Fire Department to be responsible for manning and operating the rescue truck for all calls received in the Jefferson Fire District.

According to Nichols, since the Jefferson Fire Department has fulltime personnel available 12 hours a day, seven days a week and has a volunteer roster of 45 people, response times would greatly improve and operation of the rescue truck would be more reliable.

The Jefferson City Council also heard about the proposal at its Monday work session.

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equipment to the Jefferson Fire Department with the current rescue truck owned by Jackson County staying in the county’s possession.

Jackson County EMS will provide supplies and materials to the Jefferson Rescue unit.

Also at the July 1 work session, Poe presented the possibility for the county to get additional income at the Commerce Service Center by leasing a different space for Badcock Furniture to expand to a Badcock & More with a more modern motif.

The existing Badcock location would then be leased by Jackson County Habitat for Humanity for the relocation of its ReStore retail outlet.

Poe said after discussion with Mike Moore of Badcock Furniture, a tenant since 1998 when the county purchased the property, and representatives of the Jackson County Habitat for Humanity, the location of these

two retail facilities at the Commerce Service Center, it was determined that the request would complement each retail operation.

For the county, vacant space will be turned into a revenue source increasing current retail lease income from $30,000 annually to $63,600 annually while reducing utility costs as Badcock Furniture takes over the payment of utilities in the new space.

“These funds will assist with annual operations and maintenance costs of operating this facility for the non-profit organizations also operating from the center,” said Poe’s memo. “Additionally, the remodeling accomplished by the tenants will enhance the overall appearance of the center at no cost to the county.”

The proposal is expected to be on the agenda of the commissioners’ July 15 meeting.

Halstead home reveal is near

Braselton awards paving bids

Sunshine on a Ranney Day coordinated volunteers and sponsors for renovations

Ordinances OK’d for Nov. 5 election

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The Braselton Town Council approved the recommended bidder for the town’s Local Maintenance and Improvement Grant projects at Monday’s meeting.

The resurfacing bid from Souder’s Asphalt got the council’s nod for the Georgia Department of Transportation’s LMIG funds which are matched by town dollars. What the town receives is based on a complex formula based on population and road miles.

BM&K Construction and Engineering recommended Souder’s Asphalt after reviewing each of the bids. The engineering estimate was $108,720, and Souder’s bid was $105,859.50.

This is not the first time Souder’s Asphalt has worked with Braselton as Town Manager Jennifer Dees noted at the July 3 work session. She said the company responded to an emergency water main break and handled the situation when other companies would not assist.

Souder’s gave by far the lowest bid of every company. At the work session, Mayor Orr asked why the bid was so low compared to the highest bid, which was $179,125.50. Dees said it was not unusual to see such a difference for such a small project. Mobilization costs are factored in and since the town’s list of roads for the LMIG money is short, some companies bid in anticipation that the number of bidders will be small so their own profit margin can be big.

In another voting item, the council appointed Brown, Nelms and Com-

Sparklers, smiles at Celebrate Braselton in spite of the rain Haylee Gross, Ashley Rose Moore and Riley Gross, photographed with sparklers by Danielle Kelly Moore, enjoyed the Celebrate Braselton festivities. Even though rain came July 4, the show, including fireworks, went on.

The parade, with Army Sgt. Nicholas Bugliari as grand marshal, also found Mayor Bill Orr riding in convertible style (below). See more patriotic scenes of Celebrate Braselton on Page 7A and at ClickThePaper.com

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Sunshine on a Ranney Day, a non-profit organization, will be revealing their biggest project yet, the Tripp Halstead dream home renovation this Saturday in Jefferson.

The Halsteads recently bought a house in Jefferson to be closer to family. The house required extensive work to better accommodate Tripp’s wheelchair and his other needs. Tripp suffered a severe brain injury when struck by a fallen tree branch at his Winder daycare last October when Hurricane Sandy swept through Georgia.

Tripp has come a long way since last fall and has proven his survivor spirit by overcoming surgeries and an unexpected infection.

Tripp’s parents, Bill and Stacy, recently closed on their new Jefferson home and were planning on doing the renovations themselves until Pete and Holly Ranney, founders of Sunshine on a Ranney Day, offered to do the work for them.

Tripp Halstead “The Halstead home project is our largest one to date and was before the accident made possible by so many companies and people in the community, and across the U.S. who wanted to help,” said Holly Ranney. “There are so many surprises for this great family.”

Hundreds of volunteers and more than 100 company sponsors worked with the design team for the project.

Project volunteers and vendors have been invited to the home makeover reveal but due to space constraints, the general public can share the event through media coverage.

“The reveal is going to be an emotional day,” continued Ranney.

Media volunteer Wendy Jones echoed the excitement.

“This is a phenomenal transformation and the reveal is going to be a very joyous yet emotional celebration,” said Jones. “There truly are genuinely good folks in the world. There are literally hundreds of them right here in

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NATIVE NUTRITION

Jackson County couple sells their homegrown corn to Spout Springs Farmers Market customers

By SAVANNAH KING

Regional staff

When most people think of American foods, they picture apple pies cooling on window sills and hamburgers and hot dogs cooking on the grill.

And while it may not be the first thing that comes to mind, food doesn’t get more American than corn.

Corn, a plant native to North America, has been a staple of the American diet long before Squanto taught the pilgrims how to grow it. Today, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, corn is the most widely produced feed grain in the United States.

Corn was in high demand on a recent Thurs-

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day afternoon at the booth of Jim and Jill Matthews at the Spout Springs Farmers Market in Flowery Branch. Within an hour of opening, the Matthews had sold 10 dozen ears of corn.

Jill Matthews said shopping for produce at a farmers market provides the benefit of a more personalized product because of more interaction between buyers and growers.

“It’s just that we can test the flavors,” the Jackson County resident said. “We can adjust our crops to things that people would prefer.

We always get feedback and people will say ‘Oh, I wish we had some that was sweeter or brighter.’ If it turns out that people want more of a kind of corn, we’ll grow more.”

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Jim Matthews sorts corn June 27 at Spout Springs Farmers Market in Flowery Branch.

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pany as auditor for the year ending 2014. The firm has been the pre-auditing firm for six years.

The firm will give the town year-round assistance with its audit related needs including matters relating to the new fund, a revolving loan fund for the Community Development Block Grant created by the Urban Redevelopment Agency (URA).

The Braselton Brothers Store is currently undergoing rehabilitation under the URA. The third item up for voting was updates to speed zone ordinances. No changes were made to the streets in the town, however Gwinnett County has updated its ordinances which means Braselton must readopt Gwinnett’s ordinances.

Ordinances for this fall’s general election and qualifying dates were also approved. The seats for District 2, currently held by Peggy Slappey, and District 4, currently held by Dudley Ray,

will be on the Nov. 5 ballot.

People interested in qualifying for the open seats can qualify from Aug. 26-28 at Town Hall. Those wanting to qualify should remit the sum of $156 for the Mayor and $36 for the Council. The last day to register to vote in the election is Oct. 7.

Special recognition was presented to Marvin Stover, founder of the Braselton-Stover House in 2001, the popular event venue in the town of Braselton.

In 2009, Stover was named the first chairman of the Braselton Downtown Development Authority. Under his watch as chairman, Stover has led in services such as Streetscape design, certified training, downtown signage, collateral marketing materials, economic development opportunities, budgeting for a professional staff, host the authority’s fund raising event, among many other services.

Mayor Bill Orr and the city council acknowledged the leadership of Stover as an example for others to follow.

In other business, the council also confirmed ap-

Public hearings to be held on annexation, rezoning request The Braselton Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at 7 p.m. on Monday, July 22, on the annexation and rezoning application from Julie Donaldson for 20.22 acres along Highway 211 in Barrow County.

Braselton Mayor Bill Orr and the town council will hold a public hearing at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 8, on the matter.

Case# 12-100-RZ is for property identified as Barrow County Tax Parcel XX046A-008, 009, 010, or 1813, 1809 and 1827 Highway 211, NW. The property is owned by Julie and James Donaldson

(1827 Hwy. 211), Linda and James Donaldson Sr. (1809 Hwy. 211) and Wendy and Jeffrey Donaldson (1813 Hwy. 211).

The current zoning classification on the property is C-3 (Barrow County) and the requested zoning classification upon annexation is General Commercial (G-C).

No proposed development is indicated on the application, according to Planning & Development Director Kevin Keller.

Both public hearings will be convened in the Braselton Police and Municipal Court Building, located at 5040 State Route 53 in Braselton.

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pointments of the following: Planning Commission members– 2 year term Mayor – Allan Slovin District 1 – April Angeles District 2 – Chris Meadows District 3 – Tony Price District 4 - Vacant

Continued from 1A Georgia who are doing amazing things to make life better for a toddler that the majority of them have never met.”

This $200,000 project is one of the biggest home renovations in the history of Georgia. Some of the renovations that SOARD will reveal include: widening doorways, providing a wheelchair ramp, a chair lift, a new kitchen and a therapy room.

Contractors and companies like ABC Supply and Simonton Windows are involved especially since the brain injury Tripp sustained during the storm has required numerous surgeries and an unsure prognosis for the future.

“There is a chain of support for this family,” says Chea Prince with ABC Supply Co. Inc. in Smyrna. “We learned about the need for improvements to the Halstead home from Vince Smith, owner of Hassle Free Window & Door Company, LLC. He asked for a donation of windows so he could install them in the Halstead home

Zoning Board of Appeals members – 2 year term Mayor – Charlie Patterson District 1 – Gail White District 2 – Burgess Baird District 3 – Elmer Hopper District 4 - Vacant Downtown Development Authority – 6 year term 2 members to be appointed by full Council Peggy Kriegel & Sally Beggs Braselton Visitors Bureau – 1 year term 3 members to be appointed by full Council Doug Rollins, Caryn McGarity & Dawn Thompson

“My wife and I were following Tripp’s daily setbacks and progress on Facebook and decided we’d donate my services to install the new Simonton windows.”

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Vince Smith of Hassle Free Window & Door Co.

Commerce Alzheimer’s center case has more arrests, 2 remain at large

By LEANNE AKIN

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Only two of the 21 current and former employers of Alzheimer’s Care of Commerce remained at large earlier this week, according to Jackson County Sheriff Janis Mangum.

GBI Director Vernon Keenan announced at a July 2 press conference held at Commerce Civic Center that 72 warrants were being issued for 21 current and former employees on charges of including cruelty to a person 65 years of age or older and abuse, neglect, financial exploitation and failure to report under the Protection of Disabled Adults and Elderly Persons statute.

The persons facing charges, including owner Donna Wright, are being processed at the Jackson

County Jail.

Some had already made bond to gain their release while others remain in cus- Kitchens tody.

Betty Marie Mathis, who is in the county system by the last name of Nix, is charged with cruelty to an adult 65 years of age or older, abuse of a disabled adult, failure to report abuse, neglect or exploitation of a disabled adult and neglect of a disabled adult.

She turned herself in on July 3.

Deanna Leigh Kitchens of Commerce is charged with abuse of a disabled person and cruelty to an adult 65 years of age or older.

Christy Nicole Hooper is charged with cruelty to

POLICE REPORT Braselton Police

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Jim Matthews and his wife Jill sell their wares at the Spout Springs Farmers Market in Flowery Branch.

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Continued from 1A Matthews, who maintains a “large garden” on three rented fields, has found yellow and white corn is the best seller.

Arlene and Dan Freeman, of Oakwood, stopped by the booth to purchase a dozen ears of corn.

“I like the bicolored corn the best,” Arlene Freeman said. “They’re my favorite.

My dad grew that all the years we were growing up

and that was everybody’s favorite.”

Arlene Freeman said while she’s prepared corn in a lot of different ways over the years, she prefers to simply steam the ears before serving.

Jill Matthews held up a corn cob and said she doesn’t even bother cooking her corn.

“I just like to pick it, shuck it and eat it right there,” she said.

While some may prefer to prepare corn more simply, there is no shortage of ways to serve the vegetable.

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at no charge. We contacted Simonton Windows who immediately agreed to donate donate their ENERGY STAR® qualified Simonton ProFinish® Contractor windows to this project.”

“We understand Tripp’s need for a wheelchair made it important for the family to sell their multi-level home,” says Vince Smith with Hassle Free Window & Door Co. out of Marietta “My wife and I were following Tripp’s daily setbacks and progress on Facebook and decided we’d donate my services to install the new Simonton windows. These are energyefficient, low-maintenance windows that will provide the family with dependable service in the future.”

There will be large screens provided outside the home so that the crowd can also see the Halstead’s reaction to their new home. This writer will be sharing additional information along with her account of the unveiling of the family’s home.

For more information on the organization, visit www.sunshineonaranneyday. com and for further information about the Halstead family, visit www.facebook. com/TrippHalsteadUpdates.

■■ A driver involved in a July 1 crash at approximately 1:30 a.m. on Interstate 85 was taken into custody for failure to maintain lane, too fast for conditions and driving under the influence.

The driver said he had not been drinking but the officer could smell the odor of alcohol coming from his body. The driver refused a breath test after failing a roadside sobriety test. He said his attorneys were telling him to refuse the test.

The vehicle had struck the c safety wire in the interstate median after the driver lost control and left the roadway. The left wheel and tire were missing from the axle as a result of the impact. The driver was transported to the Gwinnett County Jail.

■■ A Derby Lane resident reported an identity fraud case on July 2 after the Ag Federal Credit Union notified him that someone was attempting to secure a loan in his name. When the victim called the phone number provided by the

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an adult 65 years of age or older, neglect of a disabled person and failure to report abuse, neglect or exploitation of a disabled person.

She was released on bond on July 3.

Deanna Leigh Kitchens is facing charges of abuse of a disabled person and cruelty to an adult 65 or older. She turned herself in Monday evening and is also being held for Banks County authorities.

Eric Rollins, 38, is being held on charges of failure to report abuse, neglect or exploitation of a disabled person andviolation of pa-

credit union, he was surprised to hear someone identifying themself as him.

■■ A July 1 disorderly conduct report was filed after a man was seen drinking beer in the outside employee break area of YearOne. The man, who had been warned by police on June 28 not to return to the property, was arrested and transported to the Gwinnett County Jail.

■■ Assistant Police Chief Lou Solis notified authorities after he was advised by a family member that his police vest was on the ground outside his unmarked patrol car at his residence on July 2. The passenger side rear window had been broken out. Missing from the vehicle was a .45-caliber Kimber handgun and 10 magazines as well as another handgun and ammunition and a bag.

■■ A Peace Point Trail resident reported a July 2 auto break-in and a driver’s license and several credit cards were missing. The cards had been used at several gas stations.

The owner had unlocked the vehicle and noticed her purse had been relocated.

■■ Another vehicle on Silk Tree

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role for the charge of manslaughter.

Two others wanted in connection with the investigation are Keisha Mirae Rollin and Patty Lynn Wysong who have now yet been taken in custody nor have they turned themselves in authorities. Marqwese Chavez Butler is also on the list of those charged in connection with the investigation.

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation launched its investigation after multiple complaints were made by both employees and relatives of the residents.

Point was entered on July 1 A semi-automatic pistol was taken along with a GPS unit and eight gift cards ranging in value from $25 to $50. There did not appear to be a sign of forced entry but the owner said he thinks the vehicle was locked.

■■ A hit and run was reported on Highway 211 on July 5. One of the drivers involved said the other man stated he would pay for damages and asked the victim not to contact police. He then drove away from the scene.

■■ Gunshots were reported July 4 in the Lakeshore Drive area. When police went to one residence, the officer was advised no one at the home was firing a weapon. However, after a possible bullet hole was located on a complainant’s home, the officer returned to the suspect’s home and located empty shell casings.

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Pro View Foods received a “Georgia Fast 40” award from the Asosciation for Corporate Growth. Below: Pro View Foods founder B. Jan Cooley accepted the award from tGreg Cinnamon, the association’s Atlanta chapter president.

Pro View Foods honored among ‘Georgia Fast 40’ The Association for Corporate Growth, Atlanta chapter, recently presented Pro View Foods with an award as one of Georgia’s fastest growing companies.

The association has presented “Georgia Fast 40” awards since 2008 to honor companies headquartered in the state achieving sustained growth. Pro View Foods ranked 10th in the uppermiddle market honorees, encompassing companies with revenues exceeding $60 million.

Pro View Foods was founded in 2007 by B. Jan Cooley as a poultry provider for school nutrition food service, institutional, private label and commodity exports.

Gainesville and Braselton are home to its three production plants employing 560.

Greg Cinnamon, the Association’s Atlanta chapter

Meet & greet for Chamber exec A Meet & Greet reception will be hosted for Josh Fenn from 4-6 p.m. on Monday, July 15, at the Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce.

Josh will join the Chamber team on July 22 as the new President/CEO-Economic Development Director. Josh is coming to the Jackson County Area Chamber from Bryan County, located near Savannah, where he currently serves as the Executive Director of the Development Authority.

Red Hound hosting events Red Hound Antique Market, in the Cotton Mill Complex at 47 Railroad Ave., in Jefferson, has started a community event being hosted on the second and fourth Saturday of the month.

On those Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.,

president, said, “We received approximately 100 applications, all with impressive growth. The finalists collectively increased revenue from $1.4 to $3.3 billion and added 12,000 new jobs.

“We hope this is an indication of the overall health and recovery of the Georgia

economy as a whole,” he said.

Cooley said, “The honor goes to our company’s leadership team and all our associates involved in our growth and success. We’re humbled again to receive the recognition from the Association for Corporate Growth.”

Hoschton Business Alliance meets July 16 The Hoschton Area Business Alliance will be holding its next regular monthly meeting at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, July 16, at Country Inn and Suites in Braselton.

Guests from all surrounding areas are welcome to join us and see this dynamic group interact, network and share business advice.

The Hoschton Area Business Alliance is made of active business people, community leaders, and individuals with a passion for success.

The Braselton Downtown Development Authority will host a ribboncutting ceremony for House of Clay after the authority’s Thursday 11 a.m. meeting.

The official welcome to the new business, located at 5117 Highway 53, will be held at approximately 11:50 a.m.

For additional information, contact the Braselton DDA at 706.684-0369 or apinnell@braselton.net .

Their purpose is to connect as business owners - in our city and locally surrounding areas, partner with these communities, and grow their organizational footprint – as individual businesses and as a business alliance.

For more information, visit the website at www. officialhba.com or the facebook page, HBA Hoschton Business Alliance. You may also contact the current HBA secretary Shawna Anderson at 678-761-6866.

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World Renowned Christian Classical Guitarist Saturday, July 13 at 7:00 p.m.

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Free Admission (love offering will be taken) Rodrigo will also appear in 9:45 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. services, Sunday, July 14th at Flat Creek Baptist Home-made Ice Cream social to follow concert!

booth spaces will be available in the open air market. Booth spaces are free but you are asked to RSVP. Setup begins in the front parking lot at 7:30 a.m.

The store will also open at 8 a.m. so stop in for coffee.

Any household, collectible, sports and memorabilia, antiques, homemade and re-purposed items, arts and crafts are acceptable.

“We are also looking for a few fruit, vegetable and plant vendors,” said Greta Refert of Red Hound Antique Market. “We just ask that there are no clothes or new items brought to sell.”

At 3 p.m., Mountain Creek Baptist Church Thrift Shop will come by to pick up any donations or unwanted items after the sale.

Please call Red Hound Antique Market at 706-367-0606 to RSVP or for questions.

Christmas in July For Christmas in July set for the last weekend of this month, Red Hound Antique Market is seeking crafters, artists and vendors to help make this a successful event.

The weekend’s booth fee is $20, which will go to a local charity.

Setup is from 3-6 p.m. on Friday, July 26.

There will be an open house from 6-8 p.m. on Friday with refreshments and shopping.

Christmas in July will be from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, July 27, and from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 28.

Booths must be reserved, so people are encourages to call 706-367-0606 with questions and to RSVP.

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OBITUARIES Brenda Faulkner Armstrong

Died July 3, 2013 Brenda Faulkner Armstrong was surrounded by her loved ones on July 3, 2013, when God called her to her Heavenly home.

She was born on Feb. 12, 1950, to the late Carson Daniel Faulkner and Ellen Gaskins Faulkner of Willacoochee.

Brenda leaves behind her beloved, older sister Jenetta Faulkner Lisle of Jefferson and brother-in-law, Wayne Lisle. The two sisters, though 15 years apart, have always been very close. They often combined their Godly gifts of loving, caring and selfless devotion. They found much joy in pairing up and using their talents for cooking, decorating and growing beautiful flowers to bring much joy to family, friends and their community.

Growing up, Brenda attended Riverside Baptist Church in Nashville, Willacoochee Elementary and Atkinson County High School.

In the late 1960’s while at Massey Business College, she worked in a bridal store on Peachtree Street in Atlanta.

The wedding events with lovely flowers, wonderful catering and happy families inspired her to open her own floral shop in Lawrenceville, Flowers by Brenda in the early 1970’s.

Brenda’s dream of preparing southern home-cooked meals for large groups of people was realized when she opened Location Catering of the South. She earned a top-notch reputation in the motion picture industry for location catering of fabulous food and service to Hollywood film stars and crews.

For more than 37 years, she traveled all over the United States and the Caribbean with her fleet of mobile kitchens, as movies and commercials were being filmed.

It was on one of these movie sets, more than 20 years ago, that she met the love of her life, Bill Seckel.

They shared many wonderful experiences and places while traveling from one filming location to another.

After retirement, they enjoyed many happy, relaxing years together, and with their family, friends and dog Jackpot.

Brenda loved her nieces and nephews as if they were her very own, and made each one feel as if they were her special treasure: Nephew, Dareyl Lisle, wife Sallie, children Mackenzie (deceased), Maggie, Samantha, Megan, Gennifer, David and Brian, of Gainesville; niece, Jennifer Lisle Goza, husband Lee, children Daniel (deceased), Annie, Rachel, Tim, Kellie, Michael and Matthew, of Jefferson; and niece, Ellen Lisle Semones, husband David, children Seth, Kade and Luke, of Warner Robins.

It was recently said that “Brenda was a unique, one of a kind, beautiful, Christian lady. Everyone who didn’t know her missed out on a huge blessing. Everyone that was privileged to know her has reflections of that Brenda-beauty in them forever.”

Funeral service and interment will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 13, 2013, at Riverside Baptist Church in Nashville with Pastor Jimmy Futch and Pastor David Semones officiating.

Please join the family immediately following the service for visitation, hugs and memories and light refreshments. In Nashville, flowers are welcome or donations may be made to Riverside Baptist Church, P.O. Box 707 N. Jackson St., Nashville, GA 31639.

A celebration of Brenda’s life will be held from 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, July 21, with the family receiving friends in

the community room of Certus Bank in Jefferson.

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William Lester Hanson

Died July 4, 2013 William Lester Hanson, 70, of Winder, died Thursday, July 4, 2013, at his residence.

Mr. Hanson was a son of the late Willie and Belle Hardy Hanson. He was also preceded by his wife, Ethel Green, and siblings, Wayne Hanson and Bernice Hicks.

Survivors include his children, Steve Hanson of Athens, Robin Calton and Sue Kirk, both of Mississippi, Arnetta Richardson of Winder and Connie Frost of Alabama; 11 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; siblings, Robert Hanson and Dimple Griffin, both of Winder, and Peanut Glass and Charlie Hanson, both of Jefferson.

A private service will be held at a later date.

Carter Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, July 11, 2013 Shirley Sheridan Henry, 75, of Hoschton, died Sunday, July 7, 2013, at her residence following an extended battle with cancer.

Born in Hall County, she was a daughter of the late Thomas H. and Beatrice Bradley Sheridan. She was retired from The Norton Co., and was a member of Northeast Church in Braselton. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Jack Henry.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 10, 2013, in Northeast Church in Braselton. The Rev. Jack Chalmers and the Rev. Russell Harbin officiated. Burial followed in the Zion Baptist Church Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations for the care of her son, Herbert Clay Evans III, c/o Associated Credit Union, 867 Buford Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30043, Attn: Karen Cornett, Trustee for Herbert Clay Evans III. Survivors include her son, Herbert Clay Evans III of Hoschton; daughters and son-in-law, Connie Cochran and Cathy Moore, both of Gainesville, and Karen and Steve Cornett of Lawrenceville; sister and brother-inlaw, Sara and James Stevens of Braselton; brother, Thomas Sheridan of Gainesville; brother and sister-inlaw, Johnny and Christine Sheridan of Gainesville; five grandchildren; and a number of other relatives.

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Brenda Lynne Hill

Died July 1, 2013 Brenda Lynne Hill, 61, of Nicholson, died Monday, July 1, 2013, at Northridge Medical Center.

Born in Commerce, she was a daughter of the late Langford and Evelyn Ray Wilburn. She was a member of Webbs Creek Baptist Church and was a homemaker. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Hill; and son, Clay Wilburn.

Survivors include her daughters, Laura Bray of Homer and Lee Hill of Loganville; son, Ernie Hill of Jefferson; brother, Wayne Wilburn of Winder; and two grandchildren.

A memorial service was held Saturday, July 6, 2013, at the Homer home of Mrs. Hill’s daughter, Laura Bray.

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daughter of the late Roy and Desi Parr Stephens. Mrs. Mathis retired after 25 years of service with Buhler Quality Yarns Company in Jefferson, where she was a spinner.

Mrs. Mathis was a member of Lebanon United Methodist Church. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Loyd Henry Mathis; sons, Timothy Mathis and Jerry Mathis; and a brother, Jack Stephens.

Survivors include her children, Jane Pace of Jefferson, Barbara Baxter of Nicholson, Ann Wise of Jefferson, Judy Childs of Jefferson, Kelley Parr of Maysville, Donna Dalton of Jefferson, Bobby Brown of Hull and Michael Brown of Winder; brothers and sisters, Grace Healey, Frank Stephens, Leila Folds, Inez Self, Sara Doster, Jimmy Stephens, Jane Lassiter, Ruby Stewart and Gene Stephens; 27 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren; and a number of other relatives.

Funeral services were held Friday July 5, 2013, in the chapel of Evans Funeral Home with the Rev. Palmer Pace officiating. Interment followed at Jackson Memorial Park with Alex Chambers, Keith Parr, Kegan Rice, Robert Stephens and Brandon Davis honored as pallbearers.

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Floy Mae Day Mills

Died July 4, 2013 Floy Mae Day Mills, 79, of Cumming, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 4, 2013, after a short illness. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, as well as a loyal friend to many.

She had a love of music and counted it an honor to bring joy, laughter and a smile to everyone she knew and met.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Hubert “Cat” Mills; parents, Ervin and Estelle Day; brothers and sisters-in-law, Edwin and Mabel Day and Ralph and Mattie Lee Day. Survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law, Robin (Tim) Connor of Florida, Gloria (Scott) Andrews of Winder and Susan McCuen Koiter of North Carolina; sons and daughters-in-law, Christopher (Teri) McCuen of Buford and Wade (Tina) McCuen of Dahlonega; 11 grandchildren; 12 greatgrandchildren; and several cousins, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Saturday, July 6, 2013, in the chapel of Smith Funeral Home with Dan Henderson officiating. Interment was in the Haw Creek Cemetery in Cumming.

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Wilburn O’Kelley

Died July 8, 2013 Wilburn O’Kelley, 86, of Nicholson, died Monday, July 8, 2013, at Athens Regional Medical Center.

A son of the late George Earl and Mary Berrong O’Kelley, he was a retired brick mason and a United States Army Air Corps World War II veteran. He was a member of the Hudson Lodge #294 F&AM and the Yaarab Shrine Temple.

Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and Wayne Garmon of Hoschton; grandchildren, Leasa and Wil Garmon, both of Hoschton; brother, George

O’Kelley of Carnesville; sister, Joyce O’Kelley Moore of Atlanta; and a special friend, Louise Ertzberger of Gainesville.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 10, 2013, at Antioch United Methodist Church with the Rev. David L. Davis officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to the Antioch United Methodist Church or the Center United Methodist Church.

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Ronald Dwayne Palmer

Died July 2, 2013 Ronald Dwayne Palmer, 42, of Hoschton, died Tuesday, July 2, 2013.

A memorial service will be announced by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Highway 53, Hoschton, GA 30548, 706-654-0966, www.lawsonfuneralhome.org.

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Gladys Ruth Pierce

Died July 6, 2013 Gladys Ruth Pierce, 76 of Commerce, died Saturday, July 6, 2013, at Northridge Health and Rehab Center.

A native of Commerce, she was a daughter of the late Garnett and Dennie Rucker Williams. A homemaker, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Russell Pierce Sr.; son, Russell Pierce Jr.; brother, Jackie Williams; and sister, Margaret J. Aker.

Survivors include her brothers, Willie A. Williams and Johnny Williams, both of Commerce; sisters, Frances Strickland, Linda Jackson, and Annie J. Hargrove, all of Commerce; and seven nieces and four nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, July 11, 2013, at Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. W.R. Brown officiating. Interment will follow in Jackson Memorial Gardens.

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Ham Riddle

Died July 7, 2013 Arthur W. “Ham” Riddle, 95, of Jefferson, died Sunday, July 7, 2013.

Born Nov. 3, 1917, in Greenville, S.C., he was a son of the late Luther Miles Riddle and the late Pauline Burton Riddle. He and his wife, the late Catherine Stafford Riddle, moved to Jefferson in 1957 and he began his career by owning and operating Riddle Contractors Inc., for more than 25 years.

Mr. Riddle was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church of Jefferson, a lifetime member of the Lions Club, a member of the Free and Accepted Mason’s where he was a member of the Recovery Lodge #31 for more than 65 years and a member of the Board of Directors for First National Bank of Jefferson. Along with his wife, he was active in the Meals on Wheels program in Jackson County.

In addition to parents, and his wife, Mr. Riddle was preceded in by his sisters, Ruby Riddle Rogers and Helen Riddle King and his brothers, Ray Riddle and James Riddle.

Survivors include his daughters, Sara R. (Robert J.) Snypp of Anderson, S.C., Rebecca (Herbert) Jones of Anderson, S.C.; sons, Burton (Brenda) Riddle of Liburn

Wanda Jean Simmemon

Died July 8, 2013 Wanda Jean Simmemon, 54, of Gainesville, died Monday, July 8, 2013, at Floyd Medical following an extended illness.

The family received friends Wednesday, July 10, 2013, at Memorial Park South Funeral Home.

Mrs. Simmemon was born in Winder on Jan. 29, 1959, to Louise Gibson, now of Washington, and the late Artis Turk. She was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors, in addition to her mother, include her husband, Robby Simmemon of Gainesville; son, Kraig Simmemon of Gainesville; daughter, Kristen Lane of Toccoa; granddaughter, Jeannie Elizabella Lane; brother Arvin Turk of Gainesville; and sister, Cathy Crowe of Cleveland.

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Esther Connie Stewart

Died July 1, 2013 Esther Connie Stewart, 95, of Flowery Branch, died Monday, July 1, 2013.

She was a member of the Medlock Garden Club, was an Avon representative for many years and a very talented artist. She loved music and her family. She was a member of Scott Boulevard

Baptist Church.

Survivors include by her son, Harold B. “Sparky” Stewart Jr., and wife, Georgia of Flowery Branch; sister, Selma Riley of Lancaster, Calif.; grandchildren, Ashlyn Stewart, Sydney Mading and husband Ian and Delaney Stewart; and greatgrandson Cash Mading. She is preceded in death by her husband Harold B. “Buck” Stewart, Sr., parents, John and Florence Jauregui; son, Samuel McKinley Stewart II; and brother, Albert Jauregui.

Funeral services were held Friday, July 5, 2013, at Lawson Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Mike Day officiating. Interment was held in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens in College Park.

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Marian R. White

Died July 4, 2013 Marian R. White, 76, of Oakwood, died Thursday, July 4, 2013, at Unihealth PAC – Lanier, following an extended illness.

Funeral services were held Monday, July 8, 2013, in the chapel of Memorial Park South Funeral Home with entombment following at Memorial Park South Cemetery. The Rev. Laura Blevins officiated.

Born Oct. 26, 1936 to the late Harold and Betty Andersen in Winside, Neb., she worked for Lucent Technologies as a purchasing agent.

She was a former member of Grandview United Methodist Church in Grandview, Mo., and a past Honor Queen of Jobs Daughters, Bethel 38. She volunteered for Telephone Pioneers of America, and enjoyed reading and bowling. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Judy Grattin.

Survivors include her sons and daughter-in-law, Mark and Betty White of Oakwood and Thomas White of Flowery Branch; ; daughters and son-in-law, Vicki and Harry Warneke Jr., of Lawrenceville, Patricia Zeisler of Decatur and Sandra and Ron Carter of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; 12 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; sisters and briother-in-law, Helen Hilton of Leawood, Kan., and Sandy and Richard Jost of Kansas City, Kan.; and several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 840692, Dallas TX 75284-0692 or www. heart.org.

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Thria Yang

Died July 2, 2013 Mrs. Thria Yang, 99, of Commerce, died Tuesday, July 2, 2013.

Services will be announced by Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson.

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and Thomas Riddle of Jefferson; grandchildren Renee Snypp, Sabra Snypp, J. (DeAnn) Snypp III, Steve (Arlette) Jones, Paige (David) Rhodes, Joel Riddle, Tommy (April) Riddle Jr., Misty Binkley (Brad Williams), Molly (Martin) Hartsfield, Parris (Jeff) Halley and Catherine (Philip) Daughtery; greatgrandchildren, Shannon Morgan, Josh Rhodes, Jake Rhodes, Jordan Binkley, Jesse Rhodes, Sadie Binkley, J. Snypp IV, Miles Hartsfield, Walker Snypp, Tucker Hartsfield, Ella Riddle, Posey Ann Halley and Banks Hartsfield; great-great-grandchildren, Landon Rhodes and Caylee Morgan; brother, Tom Riddle of Piedmont, S.C.; and a number of other relatives survive.

The family would also like to thank the Jefferson Fire Department, the Cranes and Shirley Wood for their “watchful eye” their father.

And a special “Thank You” to Kay Claudia and Debra from the family.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 9, 2013, at the First Baptist Church of Jefferson with Dr. Michael Helms officiating.

Interment followed at Evergreen Memorial Park in Athens with grandsons and great-grandsons honored as pallbearers. Memorial donations may be made to the First Baptist Church of Jefferson, P.O. Box 395, Jefferson, GA 30549, or Jefferson Lions Club, P.O. Box 361, Jefferson, GA 30549.

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■■ A July 5 arrest was made at a Highway 53 traffic stop after the driver of a 2000 Volkswagen Jetta failed to maintain his lane, left the roadway and traveled down a six-foot ditch embankment. The driver, who smelled of alcohol, was out of the vehicle and talking on the phone when the officer arrived. The man, who spoke little English, was taken into custody for driving without a license, two counts of failure to maintain lane and driving under the influence after he would not perform any roadside sobriety test requests.

■■ A driver stopped July 5 on Highway 53 for going 66 mph in a 45 mph zone got agitated with the arresting officer after learning his vehicle would be towed because there was no insurance on the truck. The driver got his mother on the phone. The driver acted aggressively but finally put his hands behind his back as directed.

He told the officer he knew why people killed

The Paper | Thursday, July 11, 2013 police officers and that he imagined the officer’s mother wished she had aborted him. He was transported to the Gwinnett County Jail and charged with speeding, disorderly conduct and no proof of insurance.

■■ A vehicle was stopped on Highway 53 on July 6 for driving without headlights after dark.

It was nearly 9:30 p.m. and the driver emitted a smell of an alcoholic beverage. She also had a Crown Royal box in the passenger seat. The driver tested positive for alcohol and was considered to be less safe to drive. Charges filed included failure to change address after 60 days, driving under the influence and headlights required after dark.

■■ A fight call to a Spout Springs Road location was answered on July 7 where a customer was creating a disturbance.

He got involved in a scuffle with one victim after losing at poker and then struck a family member in the parking lot as the man was attempting to calm him down. The suspect was transported to Northeast Georgia Medical Center for treatment but was

church news Sharon Baptist Church is now registering for Mothers Morning Out from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays through July 25.

For more information, call Jennifer Melton at 843-617-4232.

Sharon Baptist Church is located at 1059 Dee Kennedy Road in Auburn. sss Hoschton United Methodist Church will be having an “Ice Cream Social” in Fellowship Hall at 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 14, to welcome Pastor Marvin Mason and his family. Hoschton UMC is located at 12 Mulberry St., and Bell Avenue in Hoschton, three blocks behind City Square.

Call the church office at 706-654-1422 or email Hoschtonumc@ windstream.net sss Northeast Church is wrapping up “Kingdom Rock VBS - Where Kids Stand Strong for God” from 6-8 p.m. through July 12. All children ages 3 through completed fifth grade are invited to Vacation Bible School.

“Come and join us for a colossal castle experience,” say organizers. “Enter over a drawbridge and then enter the castle surrounded by stone walls, huge wall sconces and a view of the King’s throne.” Come and be surrounded by God’s Word and enjoy games, songs and more.

Northeast Church is located at 2001 Cherry Drive in Braselton. Call 706-654-3205. sss Mulberry Baptist Church will host a singing starting at 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 14, featuring Frankie Wilson and The Glory Road Singers as the guest singers.

Mulberry Baptist Church is located at 5970 Thompson Mill Road in Hoschton. Contact Doug at 770-534-0023. sss Homecoming at Hoschton United Methodist Church will be at 11 a.m. on Sunday, July 21, with Pastor Marvin Mason. HUMC is located at 12 Mulberry St., and Bell Avenue in Hoschton, three blocks behind City Square. Call the church office at 706-654-1422 or email Hoschtonumc@ windstream.net sss White Plains Baptist Church is putting

together a history of the church for its homecoming celebration in July. If you have any old photos, news articles, bulletins or stories about White Plains Baptist Church through the years that you would share, contact 706-367-5650.

Items can be mailed to White Plains Baptist Church, 3650 Highway 124 W, Jefferson, GA 30 549. sss

picked up by police later and taken to the Gwinnett County Jail. He is facing charges of battery and simple battery.

Jefferson Police ■■ A pet store owner notified police after a customer who purchased a pig which developed a skin disorder six weeks after the sale is making threats against the man and his business. The complaint was filed July 5.

■■ Fifteen storage units at Jefferson Self Storage had locks removed between July 3 and 5. The complainant was unsure if any items had been removed from the units until the property owners examined their units’ contents.

■■ A person who cares for an elderly Jefferson resident reported a missing cell phone on July 5. The phone may have been lost at one of the locations the complainant ran errands or someone could have removed the phone from the resident’s vehicle.

■■ A simple assault incident was reported July 3 on Interstate 85.

An aggressive driver was

reportedly late for work and was attempting to pass vehicles. Words and finger gestures were exchanged between two drivers who got off the interstate to settle their disagreement in the Racetrac parking lot.

Officer Gene Amos arrived about the same time and advised both men to call 911 the next time something happens.

■■ Someone attempted to steal a U-Haul from a Cobb Street parking lot on July 2-3 and damaged the lock and ignition.

■■ A warrant for a 25-year-old Jefferson man who pawned items reported as stolen in Arcade is being pursued.

Andrew Lewis Mason will be charged with theft by receiving after two boxes of tools and a nail gun were pawned at Jefferson Pawn on May 28.

■■ A terroristic threats and acts report was filed by a resident of The Preserves on June 27 after another resident became angry when the complainant told three children they shouldn’t be eating pizza in the pool since it was against the rules. The other adult reportedly yelled and cursed at the woman and

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Wednesday at 10 a.m. at sss the Braselton Library.

The current topic is the Book of Acts. Contact Feeding Jackson Rev. Brad Greene of County Mobile Food Arbor Point Church at Pantry will be at the 770-272-6778 or brad@ Pendergrass Flea Market arborpointe.org. on Tuesday, July 16.

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said they needed to leave before she did something she would regret. She also made a gesture of cutting her throat and the complainant took the comments and gesture as a threat.

■■ A vehicle parked at Jefferson Storage on July 2 was entered and several items were taken. The door lock was punched out. Missing was a Dell laptop, a Nikon computer, a power inverter and a cell phone valued at $1,400.

■■ An entering auto report was filed June 30 by a Railroad Street business owner. A briefcase containing checkbooks, keys to rental properties and a $1,500 check was missing from the car.

■■ A checkpoint was conducted July 1 on Hog Mountain Road at Valentine Industrial Parkway.

■■ A man walking along Cobb Street just before midnight on June 30 was the driver of a vehicle involved in a one-car mishap on Panther Drive at Highway 11. The driver was charged with failure to maintain lane and driving under the influence.

■■ A Stockbridge man reported a theft by

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deception involving the $300 purchase of a china cabinet and table and chairs from a man who may live in Jefferson. The items were on an Internet site and the complainant met the seller in Winder to make the purchase but he did not get the furniture.

Since that time, he has been unable to get the property.

■■ A Washington Street resident reported the theft of $160 and provided police with the name of the person responsible.

■■ A man warned by police on June 30 not to drive because he had been drinking was taken into custody a short time later when he was stopped on Lee Street.

He was charged with failure to maintain lane and driving under the influence.

■■ The passenger not wearing a seat belt in a vehicle stopped July 1 on Hog Mountain Road was taken into custody on a probation violation warrant.

■■ A driver stopped on a stop sign violation July 5 on MLK Avenue was taken into custody for driving wile license suspended.

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A rip-roarin’ good time at Bible school I was not the best student in school.

There was one school where I excelled and it was vacation Bible school.

Today, Bible school comes in a box. It is packaged with everything you might need. It comes with clever names such as “Kingdom Rock, where kids stand strong for God,” and “SonWest Roundup, a rip-roaring, good time with Jesus.”

I don’t know if we had a theme, but what we did have was marching. I mentioned this to someone at a Bible school a few years ago.

“It is too militaristic,” the nice lady said to me.

I disagree.

There are many things I cannot remember from my childhood, but I do remember my heart was about to beat out of my chest when we stood outside the church getting ready to march in.

We marched to songs such as “Onward Christian Soldiers” and “We’ve a Story to tell to the Nations.”

Usually, my Mama would buy me a new pair of PF Flyers and I wouldn’t wear them until the first morning of Bible school. They were complimented by a new pair of camp shorts, the kind with hooks for knives and such, although we knew it was a sin to carry a knife to Bible school and would never do that.

We marched in and sat on the pews. Then, it was time to play that down-up chord pattern, which signaled us to stand up. We pledged allegiance to the American flag, the Christian flag and the Bible.

A few years later, I was asked to carry the Bible for the marching ceremony.

I held it as high as I could as my fellow Bible school students pledged allegiance to the Bible and made it “a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path and will hide its words in my heart that I might not sin against

Harris Blackwood God.” I don’t know if that qualifies as “rip-roaring,” but I sure do remember every word nearly 50 years later.

I learned about Daniel in the lion’s den and Joseph and his coat of many colors.

I remember when a nice lady brought her Singer sewing machine with the zigzag stitch and made us each a coat of many colors. Really, it was a kind of tunic of many colors, but I have that story deep in my heart and won’t soon forget it, zigzag stitch and all.

I also remember snack time, which featured KoolAid and butter cookies.

There was a competition to see who could take the most bites out of their butter cookie before it fell off of their pinky finger.

We made pictures of our family using images from the Sears Roebuck catalog.

I created quite a stir when I selected a blonde from the lingerie pages to portray my mama.

“Honey, don’t you want to pick a lady in a dress?” the teacher asked.

“No ma’am,” I replied.

“Mama doesn’t have any of those dresses, but she has some underwear like that lady.”

I think we stuck to making paper scrolls, birdhouses and things made out of yarn in future years.

Our teachers filled our minds with stories and images of Jesus, while we used our vivid imaginations.

Now that was a rip-roaring good time.

Harris Blackwood is a Gainesville resident whose columns appear weekly.

Mama would buy me a new pair of PF Flyers and I wouldn’t wear them until the first morning of Bible school.

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Finding the writer within you Over lunch the other day with friends — all in the newspaper business — I mentioned that I occasionally speak at writers’ conferences.

“Everyone has a book in ’em,” I commented, something I most surely believe though they all looked surprised.

“They do,” I insisted.

“Everyone has a story to tell that is interesting enough to be read by others.”

As Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. poet and doctor, once said, “I have tasted the intoxicating pleasure of authorship.” Many long to do it but they never follow through.

I’m not saying that most people are good writers.

That would not be the truth. But I do believe that everyone has a story to tell and it’s becomes a practice of telling it well. And being bold enough to do it.

Richard Paul Evans, Rick to his friends, is one of my favorite stories of an ordinary man who found extraordinary success with what he thought was a onetime book. It was a story for his young daughters that Rick wrote to entertain them.

Ronda Rich “I wanted them to know the depths of my father’s love for them,” he told me.

He self-published a few copies, then local stores in his native Utah starting selling it. The book developed a life of its own. Rick, a most likeable guy, is smart and hardworking, too. He kept marketing the book.

Lo and behold, “The Christmas Box” became the first self-published book in history to make the coveted New York Times best-selling list. That led to an auction among publishers that resulted in a multimillion-dollar book deal, at the time the largest advance ever paid to a first time novelist.

That book, which began as a self-published book, became an international best seller and has sold millions of copies. It even accomplished the incredible feat of simultaneously being No. 1 on NYT’s paperback and hardcover lists. Rick has

gone on to write many bestsellers.

My friend, Dottie Benton Frank, was married and living in New York when her childhood home on Sullivan’s Island in South Carolina came up for sale.

She begged her husband to buy it and he refused.

“It made me so mad,” she recalled. “He could have bought it with just the change that fell into the sofa. He had the money but he wouldn’t do it.”

Dottie, who knew the apparel industry but seemingly nothing about writing books, up and decided she would write a book, sell it and make enough money to buy her childhood home. It sounds almost absurd. Her first novel, fittingly named “Sullivan’s Island,” became a runaway best-seller, the likes of which was almost hard to imagine. It was a phenomenal success that has led to countless best-sellers. And, yes, she bought that home on Sullivan’s Island.

Jeff Foxworthy, a struggling comedian, was turned down by every publisher possible with a little book of redneck jokes. Finally, a small Atlanta publisher said he would publish it

for $1,500. Jeff froze. “I thought he was asking me to pay him $1,500 and I didn’t have that kind of money!” he said.

It was, however, an advance for a book that went on to sell over 4 million copies.

These are examples of three friends who hit it big with their books but I am equally proud of Janet Spurr, an area Bostonian by birth and accent, who made up her mind 10 years ago to publish a book of essays about life on the beach. It is called the “Beach Chair Diaries.” She self-published and, using her talent as a sales person, put it in stores across her native state and did endless appearances to sell the book.

It has never made a bestseller list but for a decade, she has kept plugging and it has kept selling. I think I am proudest of her. She had a dream and she made it happen.

You can do the same. I hope you will.

Ronda Rich is the bestselling author of several books, including “There’s A Better Day A-Comin’.” Sign up for her newsletter at www.rondarich.com. Her column appears weekly.

What if we put sharks in a tornado?

I recently watched the trailer for a movie called “Sharknado.”

“Sharknado” is about two cops — one straightlaced and by-the-book, the other a renegade “wild card” who doesn’t play by the rules — who are paired together to solve a crime.

At first, they hate each other. Sparks fly. But as the story unfolds, they learn to respect one another and, ultimately, solve the crime!

Hold on. I’m sorry. That’s the plot for the new movie, “The Heat.” And for “Lethal Weapon.” And “Bad Boys.” And “Rush Hour.”

And “The Other Guys.”

And “Starsky & Hutch.”

And “Tango & Cash.” And “The French Lieutenant’s Woman.”

No, “Sharknado,” which premieres July 11 on the SyFy Channel, is about sharks. In a tornado. Sharks in a tornado. Which is why it’s called “Sharknado.”

Really.

In the trailer video, it appears a tornado full of

Len Robbins thousands of sharks is attacking Los Angeles. And an undergarment-free Tara Reid runs up to look at a tornado full of sharks. And a teenage helicopter pilot bellows, “We’re going to need a bigger chopper.”

I’m not kidding. The video (which can be found on YouTube) doesn’t really explain why sharks, whom are predominantly sea creatures, are terrorizing Los Angeles in a huge wind funnel. Or why anyone would go up in a helicopter during a tornado. Or why veteran character actor John Heard would appear in this movie.

I guess I’ll just have to tune into the movie to get some reasonable or scientific or nonsensical expla-

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nations for my curiosities.

According to a story in the Los Angeles Times, “SyFy plans to premiere the film as part of a daylong marathon of shark-related programming.”

According to the story, that programming includes “Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus,” starring former teen pop star Debbie Gibson; “Swamp Shark,” starring former major league baseball star Wade Boggs; and “Sharktopus,” which features a creature that’s part-shark, part-octopus and all-hilarious, and stars former decent actor Eric Roberts.

Basically, what SyFy has done is find two things the general public fears — sharks and tornadoes — and combined them to make a crappy movie. Brilliant!

The possibilities for horrible programming that terrifies and thrills viewers is almost endless: “PolarBearVolcano!”

“SpiderFire!”

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“TigerFlood!”

“Tsu-Hyena-Nami!”

“AlligatorAvalanche!”

“VampireBatElevator!”

“Avalanche O’ Jellyfish!”

“Snowstorm Con Cobra!”

“White House Down!”

Notice how I put a exclamation point at the end of each title? That’s to further grab attention, and elicit excitement, a trick I picked up from my English teacher at barber college.

If the makers of “Sharknado” have made one mistake with this film — other than, of course, making it — it’s that they didn’t add an exclamation point at the end of their title. Just my 2 cents!

Anyhoo, even if you missed the world premiere, I’m sure “Sharknado” will, because of its immense popularity, have repeated showings. Check your local listings!

Len Robbins is editor and publisher of the Clinch County News in Homerville. His column appears weekly.

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Recycling event numbers show spring success

By SUSAN TREPAGNIER

Keep Jackson County Beautiful

Thank you to all citizens who supported Keep Jackson County Beautiful’s Spring Into Recycling cleanup. We had 278 cars through the line between 8 a.m. and noon on May 13 at the county complex. This is the highest number cars we have ever served and we certainly appreciate your coming out.

Our numbers are final and they show we had a very successful day. Electronics vendor Atlanta Recycling Solutions collected 18,872 pounds of electronic waste with 45 televisions, 128 computers and 90 monitors diverted from the landfill. We also collected 120 pounds of household batteries and 112 florescent light bulbs.

Legacy Landscape collected approximately 86 gallons of used auto oil. Shawn Watson and Mike Faulkner make arrangements to collect the oil at no cost to the county and combine it with their used oil. The used oil processor collects the oil which is then used in other products. We also collected 17 auto batteries.

We tried a new company for paint recycling this time. Atlanta Paint Disposal provided bins in which we placed the cans of paint. This was a much less labor intensive process. We collected 1,564 gallons of paint and stain. Instead of incineration, the paint will be sold by building supply companies and to Habitat for Humanity when appropriate.

Document Shredding by American Security Shredding from Gainesville is always a popular part of this event and this spring was no different with 8,920 pounds of documents shredded.

Jackson County charities also benefitted from the event with 300-plus pounds of used clothing donated to the Peace Place Thrift Shop,

five copy paper boxes of nonperishable food collected for ACTION’s Food Pantry and 28 pairs of glasses were collected for the Commerce Lions Club.

Malen’s Place got a truck and back car seat filled with books, videos, CDs and audio books, but more than that, they supplied a couple volunteers who were instrumental, along with Jackson County 4-H members, in taking paint from cars and placing them in the bins Of course, I must also thank the Jackson County Board of Commissioners for supporting the program. And then, there are the members of the Keep Jackson County Board of Directors – Lora Gary, Sean Ryan, Dwayne Ansley, Dave Rosselle, Jack Legg, Charles James, Ann Hall, Mike Faulkner, Kate Peeples and Melissa Childs.

If it weren’t for you and regular volunteers such as Bill Ives, County Manager Kevin Poe and my husband, Karl Trepagnier, we couldn’t hold the day. These people, along with our vendors, work from the time they arrive until they leave with only the promise of a donut and coffee for breakfast and a couple pieces of pizza for lunch.

Our next event is Saturday, Oct. 12, from 8 a.m.-noon so please start preparing now.

There will be a few changes on that date. The first, we ask you to pack your items so we can get them out while you stay in your vehicle. When you stop, please place your car in park. Then proceed slowly from one station to another. We will move you through as fast as possible, but safety is our main concern. We will have one way in and one way out, just as in May. Please have your email address ready to give us.

If you have questions before that day, call 706-7087198 or email strepagnier@ jacksoncountygov.com

Keep Jackson County Beautiful board of directors and other volunteers coordinated the community turnout for Spring into Recycling conducted in May.

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Roper named Brine All-American

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In just its third season, the Mill Creek High School lacrosse team made its first playoff appearance and has sent a handful of athletes to play college lacrosse.

Now the Hawks have an AllAmerican.

Rising sophomore Zach Roper was selected to compete in the Brine All-American game in Boyds, MD which took place June 30-July 3.

“When I found out I’d been selected to represent my state in the 2013 Brine National Lacrosse Classic, I was ecstatic, especially after seeing all the amazing players that attended the tryout,” said Roper. It was an amazing feeling knowing that the coaches saw me as someone who could be beneficial to the team. It was a huge honor to be chosen.”

“Being able to represent not only my state but also my high school and summer club team, the Georgia Blackhawks, felt amazing and just motivated me to do the best I could because I knew I was representing my high school along with my state

and summer team,” Roper stated.

Brine was designed to give athletes from all over a chance to showcase their talent on the highest platform and give them a taste as to what it will take to compete on the collegiate level.

More than 1,000 players and nearly 100 coaches participated in the tournament. Roper was selected after a tryout in front representatives from Brine.

“They put us through multiple drills and let us scrimmage to observe everyone,” Roper stated. “We spent three days at the tournament in Maryland and I got to spend time with players and coaches from all over the country,” Roper said.

Roper noted the level of athleticism puts the game in better perspective and put his personal game underneath a microscope, allowing him to get more insight as to what he needs to do to improve.

“I thought it was an amazing experience to see the change in the speed of the game and the level of talent represented from all over the country. The whole experience gives you a chance to measure yourself and your skill set against

some really great players,” said Roper. “Playing with and against some of these players really helps you recognize what you need to work on to continue to improve and get better.”

Roper helped lead Mill Creek the the postseason. Under the direction of head coach Bo Adams, the Hawks finished the season 15-3 including a 12game win streak, the longest of the program.

The tournament may be over but Roper is bringing what he learned back to the South to help his team go even further next year.

“Overall it was a great trip and it really made me appreciate the game and definitely helped me improve on my lacrosse IQ. Brine does an unbelievable job putting this tournament on and it was great to be part of it,” Roper stated.

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The Brine All-American game took place in Maryland and attracted some of the most talented lacrosse players in the country.

YOUNGSTERS GO CAMPING AT THE CREEK The Milll Creek Hawks football coaching staff kept kids in the community active this week

Latrice Williams The Paper

Above: The coaching staff encouraged members of the eighth grade team as they ran through a drill that required backword and forward running.

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Bottom left: Sprinting through cones were just one of the few drills that kept the kids on their toes as they were instructed to practice at a high level. Above: Jack Griffith along with others on the defensive side of the ball push each other in blocking drills.

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

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Rising eighth graders at Osbourne Middle School participated in an eighth grade camp hosted by the coaching staff at Mill Creek High School. Tight end and defensive end Jack Griffith (above) said playing both sides of the ball allows him to gain better perception of the game.

“I hope to learn more plays at tight end and become skilled at other positions,” said Griffith.

They may be young, but the eighth graders

know how important it is to stay hydrated as the summer temperatures heat up.

“It is hard to beat the heat but I drink a gallon of water before I go to a camp,” said Griffith.

Griffith, who was accompanied by many of teammates, said having his comrades alongside him makes a hard day’s work worth it.

“We all know each other and we all play well together. You can mess around sometimes but then when it’s time to be serious you can also have fun competing with your teammates,” Griffith said.

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Gresham reschedules World Crown 300

JCCHS hosts Panther wrestling camp

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On July 5, Gresham Motorsports Park announced the rescheduled date for the World Crown 300. The new date for the event which was to have been July 4 has been set for Aug. 10. The event will feature Mini Stocks, Outlaws and more, and will take the place of the Southern Super Series that was scheduled for Aug. 10 and will not be rescheduled.

For more information, including ticket prices and schedule, visit greshammotorsportspark.com or call 706.367.9461.

Jackson County Comprehensive High School will hold a wrestling camp from July 23-25. The cost is $35 per camper and will take place in the new Panther gym.

The camp will take place from 8:30 a.m. to noon and is for kids ages 5 through up-and-coming sixth graders. Campers will be given instructions by head coach Jason Powers, his staff and JCCHS wrestlers. To register, send an email to Powers at jpowers@jackson. k12.ga.us or you can register the day of the camp.

From July 22-25, Jefferson High School head coaches Boiling DuBose and Jason Gibson will lead future Dragons in a basketball camp geared towards kids ages 6-14. The camp will take place in the Jefferson Middle School gym.

The cost is $70 per camper and will run from 9 a.m. to noon. This is a great way to introduce campers to the sport or help advanced players continue development. For more information, call Jefferson Parks and Rec at 706-367-5116 or visit jeffersonrec.com

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Jackson County hosts mixed doubles tournament

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

better physically and encouraged our players mentally. to find a partner and hit “All of a sudden my the courts,” said Mathis. world was filled with “For me personally, I tennis. I watched it love to help support our daily and was on the school kids and if my court every chance I small donation would got,” said Mathis. “My make a difference then husband played in high I was glad I was able to school so he taught me contribute.” the ins and outs of the Mathis said she didn’t sport and how to read mind competing against the opponent.” unfamiliar opponents.

“It soon became a Just being able to listen family sport since our to other people’s tennis 12-year-old daughter stories and enjoy a day has picked up a racket with those from various as well and hopes to communities was good play for East Jackson enough for her.

High School,” Mathis “I knew several of said. the teams since we had Mathis was apasked our team memproached by a friend For The Paper bers to join up as well. to compete in the From left to right: Winners Rod Mathis and Angel Lind- My brother-in-law is getmixed doubles tourney ting back into tennis and sey show off their trophies after the tourney. at JCCHS and didn’t I thought it would be a hesitate to sign up, esgreat chance for us to sponsored the tourney, is on the tenpecially since her donation would nis team I co-captain and she told play together again and get him benefit current and future tennis us about it. We felt it would be great out on the courts,” said Mathis. “I athletes. experience to play people we don’t was excited to see how we would “Lisa Wilbanks, whose husband normally play in our league so we compete against each other know-

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As the middle of the summer approaches, adults from various communities are getting their thrill of summer events before high school action begins again, and Jackson County Comprehensive High School hosted a doubles tournament that drew a lot of adult attention.

Tiffany Mathis of Commerce doesn’t have a strong tennis background but has learned to hold her own on the court. She was challenged by her boss to play on an adult tennis team despite being unfamiliar with the sport. The end result left Mathis passionate for the game.

“I have only been playing tennis since 2010. My boss started a team in Commerce and felt I would be a good athletic addition. I went to prove her wrong and that I couldn’t play tennis and fell in love with it,” said Mathis.

Mathis fell hard for tennis and, with the help of her spouse, she’s been able to understand the game

high school softball Local high school softball teams will be in action during the month of July. The Jackson County Comprehensive HIgh School junior varsity team will be in action today at Habersham Central High School against Habersham at 5 p.m. and Gainesville High School at 6:30 p.m. Visit jcpantherathletics.com for more information including game times and schedules.

FB Falcons set to host baseball charity drive

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

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The Flowery Branch Falcons-Black travel ball teams have racked up a ton of awards but now they are taking the spotlight off of themselves and putting it on those in need.

Starting July 22, they will be hosting a used sports equipment drive, an idea which head coach Ken Armstrong of the 11U team came up with, and it is designed to double its giving back to the community.

“We are asking families to bring in good used sports equipment during our tryouts from July 27-28,” said Armstrong. “We plan to sell baseball equipment to parents that need bats, gloves etc... and can’t afford new equipment.

“Proceeds from the sale will be donated to a local charity that provides backpacks full of food to families in need here in Hall County and surrounding areas. All leftover equipment will be donated to a local charity supporting youth sports programs in this area,” Armstrong said.

Armstrong says he wants his team to have the best of the both worlds: competing in America’s favorite pastime at the highest level while exemplifying philanthropy. And he is implementing these things now while he has fresh minds to mold.

“My goal is for our organization to be more civic-minded, in addition to promoting exceptional baseball. Some of these boys may go on to be college or professional baseball players; however, most will contribute to our community in other ways. We want to be sure we have character and integrity in addition to sportsmanship and humility,” Armstrong said.

He continues, “We have gotten great support from this community through sponsorships and donations.

We want to reciprocate by creating new initiatives that encourage our players and families to help out in our local communities.”

While this is the first time the Falcons will participate in a charity, Armstrong says he believes they will respond well and has even created an incentive to give the kids an extra added boost of encouragement.

“This is a new initiative and the kids have not had an opportunity to respond.

We have also created a new community service award.

One player from each age group will be selected for the award based on contributions to the community.

Coaches and players will be asked to nominate players for the award,” said Armstrong.

Winners will be selected by a panel of business and community leaders.

The Falcons boasted several first and second finishes recently, including first place in the Lanier League, second in the Grand Slam Shootout and second in the Lanier Championship Tournament.

For more information about the used sports equipment drive, including dates and times, contact Armstrong at 678-793-9081.

Glaser heads to G-Braves stifled Tennessee with at home against big scholarship conference foes

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

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Garnett Glaser, a 2013 graduate of Mill Creek High School, is the recipient of the Yates Scholarship Award. One way to be eligible for the award is to be a student working for a member of the Georgia State Golf Association.

“I worked with Chuck Scoggins and taught golf camps during the summer at Hamilton Mill golf course. They also required my SAT score, high school transcript and I wrote two essays. One was about my hero Phil Mickelson and the other one was about my life and family. I was also interviewed by a panel and was told a week and a half later that I received the scholarship,” Glaser said.

Glaser was a member of the Mill Creek High School golf team and where the Hawks won two region championships (2011, 2012) in her tenure there.

Glaser said she bleeds orange and white so choosing to further her education at the University of Tennessee was an easy decision.

“My dad played ‘ Rocky Top’ to me while I was still in the womb. I’ve always had a vast orange and white wardrobe and being accepted to the University only confirmed my true nature at heart, which is that of a Vol. They also awarded me the most money for my academics. I get to go to my dream school,” Glaser said.

Glaser said this kind of financial help is going to aid her tremendously as she has a lot of expenses to cover when she gets to Knoxville.

“I was extremely happy and relieved. I plan on being extremely involved in college and the cost of tuition plus books and trying to start a women’s club golf team can add up very

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Head coach Andy Gentry of the JCCHS girls’ tennis team also got in on the action. Gentry entered the game at 14 years old and played collegiate tennis at DeKalb College and then at the University of Mobile.

Gentry has more than 40 years of tennis competition under his belt.

After being sidelined due to injuries for years, Gentry returned to the court for the mixed doubles tournament. While coaching allows him to stay close to the game he loves, he admitted that nothing compares to having a racquet in your hand.

“I hold a United States Tennis Association pro 1 status,” said Gentry.

“It felt great to actually to compete instead of watch. It was awesome to see that turnout for our tour. This will be a yearly project.

Coaching is fun and when I see the team coming together it makes the time and enduring the weather worth it but nothing can replace the actual feeling of being on the court.”

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quickly,” Glaser stated.

Glaser will be singing Rocky Top with more than 102,000 fans as Neyland Stadium has the fourth largest seating capacity in the nation and is the largest college football stadium in the Southeastern Conference. While she won’t compete with the Vols women’s golf team, she can’t stay away from the green and plans to be involved with the golf team.

“I have been in contact with the golf coach at Tennessee and have been informed that she is not taking any walk-ons this year as she already has a full roster. I have also asked the coach if there is anything I could do to help out with the team during the year just to form a relationship with the team for the coming school year,” Glaser said.

Glaser noted the hardships and triumphs she went through while competing and found that her love and respect for the game grew each year.

“During the season, we spent almost six hours together every weekday. I’m going to miss continuing to help my younger teammates improve their game.

I had a lot of fun with all the victories and triumphs my team shared,” said Glaser.

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Not everyone spent the Fourth of July on the grill.

More than 7,000 fans piled into Coolray Field on Independence Day but they didn’t get to celebrateas perhaps they would have liked.

The Gwinnett Braves gave up a 2-1 lead and eventually fell 6-3 in the first of a twogame series against the Charlotte Knights.

The Braves reached into its bullpen a handful of times with Omar Poveda getting the start.

Poveda lasted four innings and gave up just one

run. Juan Cedeno and Wirfin Obispo were among those who saw time on the mound and each saw their fair share of struggles.

In the bottom of the third, Jose Constanza and Todd Cunningham drove in the first two runs of the game.

Yet, the G-Braves posted five scoreless innings, with the exception of one run in the bottom of the sixth by Luis Nunez.

Game two was a pitcher’s duel as Jason Berken and Cody Martin stayed hot on the mound all night.

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A Willy Wonka of a good time Jefferson Theatre providing a new spin on an old classic Willy Wonka rehearsal photos by Kyle Funderburk

By Kyle Funderburk

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Willy Wonka is coming to Jefferson with his chocolate factory.

On July 12-14 and July 19-21, the Jefferson Community Theatre will be performing Ronald Dahl’s Willy Wonka: A Musical of Pure Imagination.

The play is directed by Jay Holl and Jennifer Dolezale, assistant director is Wendy Oesterle.

Sloane Thompson, who played the Wicked Witch of the West in the theatre’s production of Wizard of Oz last summer, plays Willy Wonka. Charlie Bucket is played by Matthew Cheatham and Grandpa Joe is played by William Martin.

Dolezale said their direction

of Willy Wonka is the Tim Burton 2005, Ronald Dahl 1971 and the book (also written by Ronal Dahl) all mixed together, just with many new songs. Don’t worry; the original songs are still in the play.

Another glaring difference with this performance is the exclusion of the evil candy man; however, he is mentioned on a few occasions in the play.

“Still the movie that the kids love, or are afraid of” Holl said.

Something else to look forward to in Willy Wonka is the Umpa Lumpa’s. There are 22 Umpa Lumpa that sing and dance to the original music and moves of Ronald Dahl’s movie between each scene in act two. The Umpa

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“I always felt tired, bloated, fatigued and had no energy. I was always down on myself and had no self-esteem,” said Earnest.

It was a struggle to survive the day, and he knew something needed to be done or else things were going to get worse. It was time to get healthy and learn how to maintain that lifestyle for the long run.

The next step Earnest took was joining Anytime Fitness in Hoschton and hired Coach Bob Patrick as his personal trainer.

“It was difficult in the beginning. I was always sore and tired, but always made it

back and never gave up,” Earnest said. He said he knew that eventually he would not have to think twice about his new healthy lifestyle and it would become part of his day-to-day routine.

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A cause for celebration: 100 pounds lost Phillip Earnest is proud of his succesful weight loss journey. He went from 314 pounds in his”Before” picture made last August to 200 pounds in this “After” photo taken about a month ago.

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COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS Upcoming Concerts on the Veranda will feature Stephen Van Sheridan, who does a Travis Tritt tribute, on Saturday, July 13; and Lisa Martin, who performs her own songs as well as pays tribute to Patsy Cline, on Saturday.

Aug. 10. The concerts are from 8-10 p.m. on the veranda of the Hoschton Heritage Arts Center at 74 White St., in Hoschton.

It’s a BYOC (Bring Your Own Chair) event and refreshments will be sold to cover HHAC expenses.

The trio of Doug Thompson, Sheridan and Martin want to team up for a future concert to bring Elvis, Travis Tritt and Patsy Cline together for a musical extravaganza. sss Dig Into Reading as the Braselton Library hosts a series of fun happenings with the Summer Reading Program.

Monday Movie Madness continues July 15 with “Gold Diggers.

Enjoy a juggler’s entertainment at 10 a.m. on July 17 at New Liberty United Methodist Church.

A highlight of the summer program is Water Day at Braselton Park set for 11:30 a.m. on July 12. sss

A Meet & Greet reception will be hosted for Josh Fenn from 4-6 p.m. on Monday, July 15, at the Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce.

Josh will join the Chamber team on July 22 as the new President/CEO-Economic Development Director.

Josh is coming to us from Bryan County (near Savannah, GA) where he currently serves as the Executive Director of their Development Authority. sss Jackson County 4-H will be holding a fundraiser from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Monday, July 15. This exciting paint party will take place at the Jackson County 4-H Clubhouse on Cloverleaf Circle in Jefferson. Bring your favorite pair of flip flops and leave with your very own flip flop canvas painting.

Dr. Jackie Ellett will be leading this event. See more on Page 7B. sss The Hoschton Area Business Alliance will be holding its next regular monthly meeting at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, July 16,

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Lumpa’s are made up of the youngest members of the cast with the youngest one being 4 years old.

Umpa Lumpa’s also pop up throughout act two in different scenes so it could be a fun game to play while watching the play trying to spot each of the Umpa Lumpa’s at different times.

Matthew Cheatham says he is excited to be playing Charlie and he feels as though he emulates the Ronald Dahl’s version of Char-

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Continued from 3B Earnest even changed his diet for the better, and eats whole foods with lots of protein and fiber at every meal.

“I eat chicken, tuna, fish, vegetables and fruit. I stay away from processed food, bread, pasta and sugar. I make sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day as well,” Earnest said. “My coach had me journal my food every day. I was educated on how my body used foods differently and was taught about muscle mass and body fat and how they create metabolism.”

Earnest’s father was his source of inspiration. “He always gives me words of encouragement and motivates me,” Earnest said.

Other family members inspired him as well. He said he wanted to obtain great long-term health so he could be around for them sans health problems.

“Since losing 120 pounds, I sleep better, I have more energy and I am more productive at work,” he said. “I enjoy running 5K races and it is much easier to keep up with my kids. I have gotten to the point where I always have to be doing something.

I do not like just sitting around anymore.”

“I sleep better, I have more energy and I am more productive at work... I enjoy running 5K races and it is much easier to keep up with my kids.”

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They will enjoy seeing a play designed for children of all ages. Tickets are now on sale at Winder City Hall (770-867-3106 for event ticket sales) or at Pam Veader’s State Farm office at 41 S. Center St., in Winder (770-867-1679).

Children’s tickets are $5 up through age 12. Ages 13 to seniors will be $10 each.

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lie more than Tim Burton. Charlie is the only character to appear throughout acts one and two and he also serves as a link between the cast and the crowd.

Sloane Thompson showed similar passion for playing her part as Willy Wonka. Thompson says that her version of Wonka is a third Ronald Dahl, Tim Burton and herself and she hopes that fans of both movies will love her performance.

Thompson also noted how the cast of Wonka contains much of the same cast that played Oz last year. So if you loved that one, you can be sure the same quality acting will be in Willy Wonka.

One more interesting part of this play is the unique family involvement. It will be fun to see siblings, children, parents and grandparents interact differently with each other than their normal family roles.

“It’s good for kids to see their parents as stage designer, costume designer or even as an actor,” Dolezale said.

The play will be at the Jefferson High School Performing Arts Center on July 1214 and 19-21. Friday and Saturday performances start at 7:30 p.m. while the Sunday performances start at 2 p.m. General Admission is $15, and seniors, students and presales are $10.

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The Relay committee is hard at work, making sure this event is as profitable as possible.

The dress code for this event will be semi formal with masks. Tickets are $50 each and include dinner, dancing, guest speakers, silent auction and a cash giveaway.

Checks should be made payable to American Cancer Society.

Relay team members will be selling the 200 tickets. You can also contact Jennifer Kidd at jenniferdkidd62@gmail. com or Jessica Worley at jess0985@gmail.com. sss Oct. 19 is the third Jackson County Heritage Celebration at the Jefferson Civic Center.

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Check out the club’s page on Facebook for details. sss

At the Jefferson Library, storytime for children ages 5 and under is at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday and Thursday. Enjoy stories, songs, puppets and fingerplays.

Reading with “Doggie Tales” is hosted at 10:30 a.m. on the second Saturday of the month.

Reading age children are invited to practice reading skills while helping Smoky the Pug and Pia the Afghan Hound.

The Jefferson Library is located at 379 Old Pendergrass Road in Jefferson. Hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday.

Contact the library at 706367-8012 or visit prlib.org sss

The 2013-14 BraseltonHoschton Relay For Life year will begin with a Sept. 13 Masquerade Ball being held at the Braselton-Stover House.

The Hoschton Women’s Civic Club meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at the Hoschton Depot.

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Role models may help woman break a glass ceiling Dear John: I am a 38-year-old woman entering the world of commercial real estate, which seems to be dominated by men.

I haven’t found a professional association for women in my area, so I haven’t yet found other women with which to network.

My boss has made comments that lead me to believe he is very traditional about women.

I like my work, but the thought of an uphill battle against men’s attitudes in the profession — and the fact that I can only work through a “Good Ol’ Boys” network — discourages me.

What should I do? — Looking Up at a Glass Ceiling in Dallas, Texas Dear Looking Up: First, don’t forget your role models. The business bookshelves are filled with stories of women who have made their mark in mostly male dominated fields.

You may find one such story on commercial real estate so check it out.

lead that can be a solution to their problems, by letting them know this you’ll make yourself a valuable team player.

John Gray Second, use the Internet to find some of the wisdom you are seeking. If there is not a strong business women’s community specific to your field in your community, you can still find such a group on the web, or join a group of women from a diversity of industries.

It’s a good way to generate leads.

Third, please know that men can and will be your allies if you let them. Although many men are not great at asking others for their opinions, remember that you don’t have to wait for an invitation. Just jump in at the appropriate moment.

If you have something of value to share, or if you know you can do the job, or if you have a contact or

Dear John: I was involved with “Mike” for the past 9 months. Although it began as something purely physical, we became more than that.

From the start, Mike made it clear that he was not looking for a relationship. On the other hand, I fell in love.

We continued to see one another exclusively, but once I admitted my feelings Mike started to pull away. I really respect and genuinely “like” Mike and have enjoyed having him in my life.

Very recently, we had the “it’s not fair for you to keep waiting for me; let’s just be friends” conversation. I explained that I didn’t think I could handle this because I wanted more from the relationship, but I tried.

Mike had more of a problem with the new situation than I did, and finally he

told me that he didn’t want me in his life at all.

The problem is that when we bump into each other in public or elsewhere, Mike is the one who approaches me, kisses me or says things that confuse me as to how he really feels.

If I thought it could work, I would do just about anything to keep seeing him.

When is it time to walk away even if your heart doesn’t want to? Is it possible to remain friends? —Better Ending Needed in Philadelphia, Pa. Dear Better Ending: Mike wants to move on regardless of any kindness that he may show you when you meet in public.

Meeting and mating would be easy if the feelings we had for another person were always reciprocated.

In your situation, this is not the case.

Right now, you have not come to a place in your life where you can let Mike go.

Understandably, this may be hard for you to do.

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To move on in your life and to find love again, we must fully feel and grieve our loss. Through the process of writing a feeling letter, you can open yourself up to the feeling of loss that you have.

Remember that good endings clear the way for good beginnings.

Dear John: My wife and I argue almost every night, and it seems as if we’re always fighting over the same subject: my job, which sometimes causes me to stay late at the office.

I’m a print production manager, and my wife works as a teacher’s aid.

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I’m caught up in the moment.

I’d like us to get past this.

A long day followed by an angry fight is more than I can take. — Looking for Solutions in Destin, Fla. Dear Looking: What she is missing is your acknowledgement that she is special in your life.

You think you’re doing that by working long hours and making a good living.

Certainly she appreciates your work effort and the benefits that brings to both of your lives, but modern marriage is more than a financial partnership. It’s also about romance and respect.

Tie a string around your finger or a bell around your neck, but if you want to find the peace you seek, you’ve got to start picking up that phone.

It needs to become a habit.

John Gray is the author of “Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus.” If you have a question, visit marsvenus.com.

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Clockwise, from above: The group is busy at work during open studio time; a jar of zinnias is an inspiration for Linda Tilden; Carol Tanner, back, and Linda Tilden have paint brushes working; Ruthie Pirkle worked in pastels; Karen Strum and Susan Gwaltney were busy; Lynn Page, Jean Hoopes and Ruthie Pirkle at work.

Wednesday mornings finds the Hoschton Heritage Arts Center alive with activity with members gathering for an open studio.

On a recent open studio day, Ruthie Pirkle was working on a pastel of a flower while Linda Tilden was working on another natureinspired piece as she painted a jar mason filled with zinnias.

Susan Gwaltney and Karen Sturm worked side by side on one side of the ta-

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Summer Kids Arts & Crafts Camp is off and working at the Hoschton Heritage Arts Center where lots of activities are on tap for the coming months.

Eleven girls ages 8-10 are busy making clay whistles and other pottery pieces.

They will make jewelry and doing other art projects.

Girls 11-13 are doing essentially the same projects in the afternoon.

Vickie Hart, an art teacher at Russell Middle School, is the instructor.

Stephen Van Sheridan will perform on the Veranda this Saturday night from 8-10 p.m. He does a great tribute to Travis Tritt and has a large fan base in Winder. Bring your lawn chairs, buy a hotdog and drink, sit and relax for a great evening of music.

The annual membership drive continues. If you have not let joined for 2013-14, send your fee to HHAC, P.O. Box 577, Hoschton, GA 30548. The fees are $20 for artists, students & seniors; $25 for individuals; $35 for organizations; $45 for families; and $55 for grandparents and four grandkids.

If you are interested in business sponsorships, let

us know.

We will be selling chances on a Big Green Egg from Ace Hardware. But we will add to this big prize a counter built specifically to hold the Big Green Egg (grill) by Jarfly Station, along with a box each of filet mignon, chicken halves and pork loins donated by Phil-Mart Transportation. The items will be given away just before the big concert at 8 p.m. at the Jump Right In Fest on Sept. 28 on the Hoschton Square. The chances are $5 each or six for $25. You do not have to be present to win.

The annual Scarecrow Competition will be sponsored by the HHAC with some changes. This year we have an entry fee (Business - $25, Non-Profit - $15 & Individual/Family - $10).

All entries must be brought to the Arts Center on Sept.

14 (1-3 p.m.) or Sept. 15 (1-3 p.m.). Judging will take place Sept. 17-26 with each category first place - $75, second place - $50 and third place - $25.

A new competition will be sponsored by the city. It is a team competition for making the best scarecrow vignette. No other festival anywhere on the Internet has this type of competi-

tion. Each team will be provided with stakes, twine and straw. All other supplies must be furnished by the team. No parts of the scarecrow can be made ahead of time. The team has one hour to complete the task and the judges will pick the winner. An entry fee of $15 is required. The HHAC will get to use the scarecrows through Oct. 31. Information for both competitive events can be found on www.cityofhoschton.net and www.hoschtonheritageartscouncil. com.

The House of Scarecrows (Arts Center) will open on the weekend of the Jump Right In Fest and continue on weekends through Oct. 31. The fee for each individual to enter is $2. We are seeking artists to draw, paint and/or design anything scarecrow to sell. The visitors will see entries to a kids’ coloring contest and a T-shirt design contest; walk through a scarecrow maze; view a DVD of all the scarecrows made in 2008; have photo made in a scarecrow body; and buy scarecrow cookies and more.

“We hope people will want to come back, that visitors from other counties will want to come to see our display and even bus loads will arrive,” said Robbie Bettis, president of the Hoschton Heritage Arts Council Board of Directors.

ble while Jean Hoopes, who was celebrating a birthday in which the group joined in for cake, ice cream and other goodies, and Linda Page worked on the opposite side of the table. Each artist works on their own type of artwork – from acrylics and oils, to watercolor and pastels.

“We do our own thing,” said Carol Tanner, who sat next to Tilden. Tanner had several pieces in the works including irises.

The artists work independently on their art but share comments, critiques and also stories and ideas about art and life in general.

Susan Gwaltney said she took the lessons she got recently and sat her husband down at the table after Sun-

day dinner and they enjoyed an afternoon of art together.

The Hoschton Heritage Arts Council added several of the women to their ranks after they took a drawing class and connected with others who were fostering their interest in art.

Concert on the Veranda is Saturday The Hoschton Heritage Arts Center proudly presents Stephen Van Sheridan for a Concert on the Veranda on Saturday, July 13, at 8 p.m.

This is a free concert for the public but everyone should bring a lawn chair.

This is the second concert for the summer.

Van Sheridan plays tribute to Travis Tritt and is a local favorite. He is from Winder and has performed around the area for many years.

The organizers of the event will have food and beverages for sale.

The next Concert on the Veranda on Aug. 10 will feature Lisa Martin singing some of her own songs as well as the Patsy Cline hits for which she is well known.

Sept. 14 is the date of the next Concert on the Veranda.

For more information on the HHAC, visit www.hoschtonheritageartscouncil.com.

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The Braselton Library hosted its annual “Touch a Truck” event at the Braselton City Park on June 26.

The Braselton Police Department had two patrol cars there with blue lights flashing -- a great treat for the kids.

Event-goers also enjoyed an opportunity to “get on the air” with members of the TriCounty Amateur Radio Club, Barrow County CERT and Jackson County CERT communicators. Initially, the youngsters were shy about speaking into a microphone, but once the ice was broken they were lining up to

talk. Mobile radio units (radios mounted in vehicles), base station, and even hand-held radios were all used.

“The event sponsored by the library was great, and you never know when something like this might spark an interest in a child,” said Al Mieger, Tri-County club president.

Barrow County CERT president Mike Wilson said, “It was great seeing the expressions on the children’s faces when suddenly someone spoke back to them on the radio.”

A reported 190 kids and chaperones attended the event. Feedback from those running the radio stations was that it was fun for them, too, and they looked forward to doing this next year.

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Jackson County 4-H annually offers local youth the opportunity to participate in a unique program that is a blend of education and hands-on fun. That program is the Jackson County 4-H Love of Llamas Youth program.

This year, the Love of Llama group will be hosting a recruitment day from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, July 12. Reservations are required so please email Kim Kyst at kim@ kyst.org to book your spot.

Chelian Farms has sponsored and worked with the Jackson County 4-H youth since 2007. This educational focused program has grown from a local club to a nationally respected program. The 2012-13 Youth members are Cody Avery, Bree Bingham, Shea Corley, Andie Ellett, Caroline Flynn, Heather Howell, Elizabeth Ingram, Bailey Jones, Cassie Knight, Emerson Laskey and Savannah Short.

Club meetings are usually held on Friday afternoons from 4-7 p.m. at Chelian Farms in Jefferson. Youth spend an hour doing daily care, feeding and cleaning, an hour of hands on animal training and an hour of educational program. The program is geared toward youth who want to become more responsible with pets and livestock while being active in a club.

This year, the Love of Llamas youth participated in many community events and activities where they showcased their knowledge of lamas through interactions with the community and the animals. The community events included: Turtle Treks, Art in the Park, Jefferson Easter Egg Hunt, Galilee Church Preschool visit, Jackson County Ag Day, Jefferson Ag Day and the Commerce Clean Up Day. Youth dressed in holiday attire as they strolled the streets of Braselton, Jefferson and Commerce for the community holiday parades.

Several youth participated in five southeastern regional shows including the Georgia National Fair in Perry, Heart of Dixie show in Birmingham, Ala., and the NE Tennessee Llama Show in White Pines, Tenn.

Some of the youth also attended one national level show, the All American Youth Jamboree in Noblesville, Ind. One of the benefits of the Jackson County 4-H Love of Llamas program is that it offers those youth that are interested in expanding their llama knowledge the opportunity to attend a variety of programs throughout the year. These programs are offered outside normal scheduled club meetings. Those included this year were: UGA’s FAMACHA Clinic, UGA Small Ruminants Program on Ultrasounds, Prenatal, and Postnatal care, SSLA (Southern States Llama Association) annual Conference speakers included llama trainer and veterinarian, and the Dr. David Pugh “Got

Worms” clinic.

Several of the youth and parents attended the SSLA Annual Beach Rendezvous near Willington, N.C., on April 26-28.

This unique event was hosted by Vicky and David Sundburg who opened their farm to many around the southeast to explore the marsh, ride the ferry, campout, explore Old New Brunswick, games on the beach and so much more with their llamas.

The program celebrated a year of accomplishment at the Jefferson Club House at the first awards night on Friday, April 12. The Jackson County 4-H Love of Llamas Club awarded its first ever youth scholarship to Caroline Flynn, their most senior member who graduated from East Jackson County High School this year.

The Love of Llamas youth were also recognized for their many accomplishments at the Jackson County 4-H annual awards ceremony on Sunday, May 19 at the Galilee Christian Church.

Mark your calendars: A new member orientation will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 23. This three-hour orientation will include a tour of the farm, introduction to the animals and important information and requirements expected of new members and parents. RSVP is required.

Please contact Kim Kyst at kim@kyst.org.

Membership to the Jackson County 4-H Love of Llamas youth program is limited to 25 members between 9 – 19 years of age.

4-H hosting July 15 artistic painting party fundraiser

Jackson County 4-H will be holding a fundraiser from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Monday, July 15. This exciting paint party will take place at the Jackson County 4-H Clubhouse on Cloverleaf Circle in Jefferson. Dr. Jackie Ellett will be leading this event.

Bring your favorite pair of flip flops and leave with your very own flip flop canvas painting.

The fundraiser will be open to both adults and youth over the age of 9 years old.

The cost to attend is $25, and you can register at the Jackson County Extension Office. Proceeds benefit the Jackson County Robotics Team.

If you have any questions, you can call 4-H Agent Keri Hobbs at 706-367-6347.

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Apr 2013

Mon. - Fri. 8:30am - 5:00pm

Office/Clerical Clerical Assistant to work 3 days a week, 8-5. Qualifications: Computer literate in MS Office, Outlook, QuickBooks. Have accounting experience.

Good memory, detail orientated and multitasking a must. Casual professional office.

Qualified only need apply. Email cover letter with resume to: pganyard@protech-fire. net.

NOW HIRING FOR FULL TIME AND PART TIME POSITIONS! Applicants must be goal oriented, highly motivated, and hard workers.

Full time and part time positions are available. No office experience required but is a plus. Good customer service skills are a must.

Must be punctual, dependable, and reliable. Please call 678-765-8441 to schedule an interview.

Seeking Typist to input ms into MSWord file. 404-435-7958

Part-Time Help Wanted At Home (Or Office) PT/FT Positions 20/30 hrs per week $200-600 Wkly Phone, Cust. Svc & Sales Exp. needed Paid Training at Buford Office Dental Care RX 770-271-1115 NEED P/T LOT ATTENDANT. Apply in person. Must have good driving record. Apply M-W at Oakwood’s Arrow Auto Auction, 4712 Flat Creek Rd., Oakwood, GA 30566.

Professional COLLECTION SPECIALIST NEEDED BUFORD AREA Commercial Collections.

High Volume.

Minimum 2 years Experience Quickbooks Experience a Plus Salary Plus Excellent Benefits Email Resume to: sales@ gesrepair.com Or fax 770-965-1314

Medical GWINNETT CLINIC Medical Assistant for its Braselton, jefferson and Auburn offices iwth at least 2yrs. back office experience. Please fax resume to: 770-8400641

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The Paper Thursday, July 11, 2013

Restaurant Help Kitchen, Waitress, Cook Apply M-F, 8-2pm.

893 Main St., Gainesville.

Security

network administration, and various Information Technology related functions is required.

Ability to learn quickly, multi-task and occasionally work under pressure due to tight department time-lines Ability to speak and write clearly and accurately Conditions: Must be available for the occasional extra-long work day and infrequent late- night emergency calls Occasional travel to different North Georgia sites. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs Must be able to stoop or kneel for short periods of time E-mail resume and salary requirements to: hr@gainesville times.com 30 Year Old GM Dealership needs 2 Experienced Techs now due to increase in work load. Good pay and benefits. Call Paul Fuller 770-718-3140 INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN ATEX, INC., an automated, nonwoven mfg. plant in Gainesville is seeking selfmotivated, dependable, energetic individual w/mfg exp. to join our maintenance team.

Certified/degreed training in related field and minimum 3 years related experience required. Working knowledge of PLC’s, variable speed drives, pneumatic, hydraulic, and chill water systems.

Must be capable of working assigned hrs. and before/ after scheduled hrs.

Competitive wages; excellent benefits.

Apply in person: M-F, 8:30-3:00, 2600 West Park Dr., Gainesville, GA 770-536-7272. EOE.

Trades Collision Paint Prep Assistant needed Minimum 1 year exp preferred. Apply in person or email resume: dnewsome@carriage autogroup.com Carriage Nissan Collision Center 2400 Browns Bridge Rd, Gainesville, GA 30504

7 CELL SQUARE PARACHUTE (never used) Could be used as platform for Kite Boarding. $400 770965-3494 Leave message DOWN-SIZING NEED TO SELL !!

Breakfast Room Table & 6 Chairs, 2 leafs. $150; 3pc TV Cabnt. mahogany $800; Pine Hutch- 82”high, 52” long $400; 2 Lamps $15 ea or $25/both; Bath Tub Fixture Swan, Gold. $400; Antique Doll100yrs old. $100; Fire Screen $45; Large Oil Painting - 62”high, 52” wide $1200; Old Quilts $50 ea.; 1 King Spread $45; 1 King Dust Ruffle $25; 770-967-3491 JINMA 2005 Tractor;.

4x4, 219hrs, 22hp. $4500. 678-316-8208 MOVING/DOWNSIZING Furniture, mirrors, Nordic treadmill, golf clubs & Much More! 770789-8850 MT YONAH LUMBER COMPANY Mulch- $25 truck load Compost- $10 truck load Rough Cut, Dressed, Tongue & Groove Pine Lumber at Wholesale Prices. Open Mon thru Friday, 8am -4:30.

1605 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, GA. 30528 706-865-2422

Washer/Dryers Stoves & Refrig.

Mattresses.

Also Appliance Repairs. We Do Service Calls!

678-714-0493

Office Equipment COMPUTER DESK 770-374-2965

Pets & Supplies LAB Puppies AKC registered For Sale.

2 black and 2 chocolate males. $300. Call 678-617-9565

Antiques/ Collectibles

ApartmentsUnfurnished

REFRIGERATOR/ FREEZER $150.

770-536-7502; 770-287-2933 WASHER & DRYER Kenmore. Exc Cond. $250. 770-983-1507

Cemetery Lots for Sale MEMORIAL PARK PRIME LOCATION! 2 lots at corner of the Tomb, $3,000 OBO. 678-316-1496 678-617-6343

Furniture Beautiful tufted sofa in soft greens and beige in excellent condition, $300; Cherry coffee table $30; Oak porch rocker $30; Black youth bed and mattress $50.

Dahlonega, 706-9745694

Livestock

Qualifications: Demonstrated experience with Windows AD, MS Exchange, remote desktop administration,

706-693-4520

Homes-Rentals

Appliances

EDUCATION: BS degree with emphasis in Computer Information Systems or a closely related field and 3 yrs experience in network & system administration.

Eureka CARPET CLEANER, like new, all attachments, $125;

Stuff

Technical

RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for effective provisioning, installation/ configuration, operation, and maintenance of systems hardware and software and related infrastructure.

Provide direct and remote Tier I-II technical support.

Perform and verify software backups and recovery procedures.

Support network infrastructure, Windows servers and clients and VOIP phone systems.

Handle occasional offhours technical support needs

SWIMMING POOL PUMP, $75;

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE. Clothing, toys, furn., electronics. Sat. & Sun., July 13th & 14th, 9a-3p. 230 Creekview Dr., Hoschton.

Remember when Antiques Annual Sale 7/5 thru 7/28.

20% off Store wide.

Items over $25.

5750 Dawsonville Hwy, Gainesville, GA 30506 770-888-2991

The Gainesville Times, a daily newspaper company about 50 miles north of Atlanta, is seeking an experienced professional to serve as Technical Support Specialist. We offer a competitive salary and benefits, including 401K.

Misc. For Sale

F/T MARINE SERVICE TECHNICIAN Prefered exp with Yamaha, Merc & Volvo.

Benefit pkg incld. med, dental, paid holidays, vac, 401k, Aply in person Gainesville Marina, 2145 Dawsonville, Hwy, Gainesville, GA

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

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

Technical Support Specialist

*Requires payment in advance.

FISH DAY!!

Stock Now! *Channel Catfish, *Hybrid Catfish, Bluegill, Bass, Grass Carp, Minnows, Black Crappie (if avail), Koi Southern States, Gainesville, GA. Fri, May 31, 8-9am Arkansas Pondstockers 800-843-4748

Yard Sale

$0 Application Fee No Rent Until August 1st Expires 7/31/13 3BR/2BA HOMES Now Available SUN HOMES 888-246-2803 countrysidelake lanier .com EHO WAS $599. MOVES U IN! Immediate Occupancy Brandon Place Apt 2BR/2BA $675 Flat or Townhome Spring Valley Apt Furn Corp Apt $950 2BR/2BA $675 up 1BR/1BA $625 Pools Now Open Jacky Mathis 678-779-2687 1 & 2BR Oakwood Cedar Springs. $550/ $660. 770-287-1456 www.callapartments. com 1BR/1BA APT. refrigerator; stove; dishwasher; washer/ dryer included; $450.00/ month includes U-verse. Tenant pays power bill.

770-630-3968 FREE RENT!!! 1 to 3 BR Glenn Cove Apts 770-536-0508 Oakwood - 2/1.5, yard very safe, H/A $625$675. 678-357-5044 OAKWOOD 2BR/2BA $575/mo + dep 404-987-0625

Condominiums For Rent Going to school in ATHENS 2br/2ba, 1st floor, Brick condo for rent.

Close to campus Would consider selling 706-769-0413 706-255-5043 No agents Oakwood Springs 2/2 w/garage. 55+ gated $850 Inclds water 678431-5555

HURRICANE 2004 MH, 33ft, 2 slides, sleep number bed, 6 new tires, excellent condition inside and out. 31,800 mileage. $39,999.

770-539-4301 SHASTA 1999. Class C , 30ft. 2 slides, 21k miles.

Loaded. New Cond. $26,000. 706-745-1852

Wheels Autos For Sale

Duplexes For Rent PINE FORREST - 2/1. $675 mo. 770-287-1456 www.callapartments. com

Houses For RentUnfurnished 3BR/1BA In city. Very Nice. $745/mo. 678617-5073 Apts/Homes. General Property Mgmt.

770-287-1456 www. callapartments.com Charming 3BR/2BA Great Location. Lake view. $975/mo. 770539-4400 HOUSES & APTS Avail. in Gainesville & Hall Co. The Simpson Co. 770-532-9911 NEW 3BR/2BA- W. Hall. $925m. 770-614-8804; 770-967-9823 PVT ESTATE in City, 5/4, best schools, $2,000.

770-297-6381

Mobile Homes For Rent 2BR/1BA Priv lot. No pets. $125/wk; $100 dep 770-532-0032; 678936-6791 3BR/2BA Priv. No Pets. $130/wk.

770-289-9142

BUICK 1994 Regal.

112k miles, 4dr, silver, new tires & A/C, $2400.

678-571-9089

CADILLAC 2008 DTSWhite, beige int, 4.6L, V8, FWD Sedan. $21,891 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200

CADILLAC 2004 CTS White, 3.6L, V6, RWD Sedan. $10,891 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200

CADILLAC 2008 STS. all the extras; excellent condition; non-smoker, gar kept, special wht ext; beige/ taupewood grain int.

24,700 mi; $21,495; for more nfo 678-316-8580 or gcwj1957@ gmail. com

BARNES MOBILE HOME Park under NEW OWNERSHIP 2 and 3 bed homes starting @ $90 wk, includes water/ trash. 770-374-2536 Helen area- 1BR/1BA furnished. Waterfront. $500/mo incld water/ garbage. Lease w/option to buy. Credit app req’d.

813-956-9222 REDUCED RATE Free Rent Starting at $85/wk. N & S Hall & Gainesville.

770-534-7596

CADILLAC 2009 DTS Excellent Condition (UNDER 50K MILES) Fully Loaded Black on Black Leather/ Wood Grain Interior (Garage Kept) Great Deal $23,999 Call: 770-595-0318 Find It on Craigs List: http://atlanta. craigslist. org/eat/cto/ 3868800599.html

CADILLAC 2011 CTS-V, 6.2L, V8, RWD, 3K, $58,620 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200

BUICK 2001 Century Ltd. All serv records, Great Cond! 130k. $3300. 678-463-7006 CADILLAC Eldorado$3500 sound too good to be true? Call Dalton to schedule test drive 770-530-3309 Jim Walters Motor CHEVY 2006 Colorado, 125K $10,100 & 2010 Colbalt, 75K $9200 OBO, both one owner, good cond.

Call 770-540-7213 CHRYSLER 2008 PT Cruiser. Needs left 3/4 front end, $1500; I have front end. 770519-3123 FORD 1993 Ranger w/ Crew Cab, auto trans, A/C works, runs good, $2850; MAZDA 2001 626, exc. cond., $3850; 27 HP twin cylinder, GARDEN TRACTOR, w/ 48” mower deck, grass catcher system w/ 3 bins, runs great, cuts smooth, $900.

706-693-0099 FORD 2005 Taurus sedan, drives like a dream, all pwr options, $699 down. Call Dalton Jim Waters Motor 770-530-3309 FORD 2007 Taurus White with gray interior.

Drives like New! $699 Down. Call Dalton Jim Waters Motor 770-530-3309

Import Cars

INFINITI 2006 FX35, black, heated seats, moonrf, $17,455 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 7 7 0 - 5 3 5 - 2 2 0 0

MAZDA 2006- 3. Silver, blk int, 2.3L, 4cyls, 4dr Hatchback. $8891.

MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200 MERCEDES 2003 SL500 Roadster. Hardtop convt. 56k mi. Excellent $23,000. 770-861-8005 SATURN 2006 ION 3.

Runs & Drives., Wrecked left front. Bill of sales. $1000. Also have Chevy Cobalt Parts. Motors, trans, misc body parts.

770-519-3123 VOLVO 2007- C70 Hardtop Convertible.

38,900 miles.

Excellent Condition.

Leather, Original Owner, nonsmoker. always garaged. $17,900/obo.

770-536-8568

Motorcycles GOLDWING 2003 Illusion blue, 49k, many extras. Exc Cond. $12,500 . 404-372-9042; 706-525-9042 HARLEY DAVIDSON 1985 Shovel Head Sportster. 2061 miles, Asking $3300/ will negotiate 678-707-1389 HARLEY DAVIDSON 2007- Fat Boy Less than 2k miles, Asking $13,500 678-316-1171.

HARLEY DAVIDSON 2008 Sportster. 883XL, chrome & blk. 2650mi.

Like New! Lots of extras.

678-488-2521

Sport Utility Vehicles

Rooms For Rent ROOM FOR RENT 770-374-2965

Homes & Real Estate House For Sale-Hall County Beautiful Home For Sale with owner financing. $5000 down.

Bell & Co. Darlene, 678300-1275 GILLSVILLE 4BR/2BA Brick, split level, dbl carport, well water, 6+ acres w/workshop & shed. Paved road, creek. $145,000 AS Is. For info 706-745-7141 MTN. VIEWS 2-Story, 4/2.5, over 2500 sf, lg. kitch & nook, imported stone tile, 2 fplcs., no leases, $207,500.

770-718-9884

Recreation Boats & Marine RANGER 1975 Bass Boat. 17ft, 65hp Johnson, 323 Hummingbird Fish Finder, trolling mtr, turbo 33lbs. Good cond. $2500/obo. Ask for Jerry 706-200-2359; 706-9690516 REGAL 1989 28’, Twin eng. new car[pet, curtains, and cushions, full galley, weekender, $16,500/firm. 706-7788227 or 706-344-9632 SEA RAY 1984 - 22’ Cruiser, Cuddy Cabin.

V8-350 eng, Alpha out dr. includes Venture dual axle Trailer, $2000/ obo.

404-502-1495

Business Property For Rent

RV’s/Travel Trailers

Commercial Rental, Homer, GA. 2200 sq ft building-located on Historical Homer Hwy. Carpeted, w/ divided rooms, great for offices.

706-654-8113

COACHMAN 2001Santara. Class A. 36’, 2 slides with toppers, side by side frig w/ice maker, new tires, new batt, backup camera, gen, new awnings. Like New inside. 9200mi. $43,000.

770-532-9419

CHEVY 2010 Equinox.

3.06, V6, 56k miles, 6 speed, auto, $17,455 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200 CHEVY 2003 Trail Blazer Excellent Condition.

Recently seviced. $499 Down. Call Dan Jim Waters Motor 770-530-3309

MAZDA 2007 CX-7 Platinum Metallic, blk int, 2.3L, 4cyl $12,899 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200 NISSAN 2002 X-Terra Too good to be true, only 120k. $799 Down!

Call Dan Jim Waters Motor 770-530-3309

Trucks CHEVY 2002 S-10 X-Cab. v6, auto, cold air. $899 Down!

Call Dalton Jim Waters Motor 770-530-3309 CHEVY 2002 Silverado 1500. Full Size w/cold air, auto. Drives like a dream. Call Dan Jim Waters Motor 770-530-3309 CHEVY 2002 Tahoe Z-71.

Michelin LTX MS’s. Must See To Believe. $999 Down. Call Dan Jim Waters Motor 770-530-3309 CHEVY 2007 HD3500 Dura Max. Loaded, Duelie wheels, 90k mi. $29,500. 770-861-8005 DODGE 1998 Ram 1500!

Red w/gray cloth, V6, 5spd. Good MPG. $499 Down. Call Dan Jim Waters Motor 770-530-3309

Roommates Wanted MEN-BE$T Pvt home, Fur Br, All Priv + Xtras, Oakwd 770-530-1110

CADILLAC 2005 Escalade, 6.0L, V8, 89K, $19,899 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200

FORD 1993 Taurus GL. Grandma’s Car! 93k orig miles. Spotless In & Out. Reliable plus Reliable. $2250. 678-200-0812

BMW 2006 325i, Gray, 3.0L, 6cyl, RWD Sedan. $14,899 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200

CHEVY 2003 Suburban, 5.3L, V8, auto, 124K, $7,899.

MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200

Dodge 2006 Ram 1500 Super Crew! Silver w/ gray cloth. Loaded. $599 Down! Call Dan Jim Waters Motor 770-530-3309