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County withdraws annexation objection The Jackson County Board of Commissioners were thanked Monday evening by a local couple for taking a stand against the proposed annexation of acreage into Arcade.

Ken Cordell, at the meeting with his wife Babs, expressed appreciation to the board for submitting a letter of objection to the plan by Walton Development & Management to annex acreage.

After the commission’s formal objection was registered, Walton submitted a letter to the City of Arcade withdrawing the application for annexation and rezoning, and the county was notified that there is no further action the Arcade City Council can taken.

With that, the commission unanimously approve withdrawal of that written objection for the annexation and is requesting withdrawal

for arbitration to the Georgia Department of Community Affairs.

McDonald said the South Jackson area is anxious about seeing good development.

Commissioner Dwain Smith took the opportunity to acknowledge the work of the Roads & Bridges crews, saying he has received more calls about the outstanding job of handling the recent winter weather than he has about anything else.

Chairman Tom Crow reinforced that sentiment and also included the support that worked along with the road crews to keep the roads safe.

County Manager Kevin Poe also complimented the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, the Emergency Medical Service, Emergency Management Agency, 911 and the Correc-

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tional Institute support as well as Parks & Rec and Animal Control.

In other business, the commission: ■■ Approved the recommendation to enter into a lease purchase with US Bancorp Government Leasing and Finance for need capital equipment.

In this year’s budget is $128,609 to provide for the replacement of 10 Sheriff’s patrol cars, a commercial washing machine adn two mowers for the Jackson County Correctional Institute, a truck for animal control truck and Parks & Rec along with the cab/ chassis remount for an EMS ambulance initially slated for Fiscal Year 2013 as a rescue truck but delayed until this year.

The county will be financing $568,100 for three years at an interest rate of 1.1 percent.

Auburn, Braselton, Jefferson and Commerce rank among the top for keeping people safe

The Town of Braselton ranks as Georgia’s eighth safest city, according to a research of crime data, population and related factors such as unique safety initiatives and security programs.

The SafeWise Report released its “50 Safest Cities in Georgia” list this week which finds Auburn at the top of the list.

Specifically citing Braselton at No. 8, the report said, “Braselton has come together and figured out how to all but erase violent crimes from its city limits.” The report indicated only six reported violent crimes during 2012.

SafeWise security analysis and report author, Carolyn Heneghan, said “What’s most impressive to me about a state like Georgia is the collective dedication to both personal and community safety. Of the 50 cities, we recognized, it’s not just the small towns, but the bigger cities, too, that all take part in keeping themselves, their neighbors and their children safe.”

Braselton Mayor Bill Orr said he is thrilled with the ranking. “Braselton is a great place to live, work, learn and play. Public safety is the highest priority that takes a combined effort of our citizens, our public safety system and our dedicated public officials. I am beyond proud of our town.”

In the No. 1 position, Auburn was “one of the smallest, most intimate cities on this list.” With just more than 7,000 residents, Auburn had “only 76 crimes were reported in the entirety of 2012, including not a single murder, arson, rape or robbery — planting it firmly at the top of our list,” SafeWise said.

“In essence, Auburn is where old Southern charm meets booming industry and residential development,” SafeWise said.

Also in the top 10 was Jefferson, “great news for our hometown of Jefferson, Georgia,” said

A quotes were also received from Santander Bank, Bank of America/Merrill Lynch, Suntrust Equipment Financing & Leasing, Community Bank & Trust, Clayton Holdings, Capitol One Public Funding and The Bancorp Bank.

■■ Approved the Georgia Indigent Defense Services Agreement for renewal. Operation of the Public Defender’s Office for this year finds Jackson County’s portion of the personnel costs at $361,677. The county portion of non-personnel operating expenses totals $29,561 so the total cost to Jackson County is $391,238. Barrow County will pay $339,392 while Banks County will finance $105,901.

Crow asked if there was additional state money coming for indigent defense and Poe said he was unaware of any help for counties.

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Internet phone users will pay $1.50 surcharge Jackson County is looking to those using Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) connections to pay a $1.50 monthly surcharge to help finance the costs of providing enhanced 911 services.

Landline and wireless customers are already paying $1.50 per subscriber in monthly surcharges when they pay monthly bills for service and the provider is to remit those surcharges to the local government.

The Jackson County, Georgia Board of Commissioners provides enhanced 911 services for the citizens of Jackson County but has seen a decline in the amount received in recent years.

The Official Code of Georgia Annotated provides for the 911 surcharge upon each VOIP connection subscribed to by those whose billing address is within the jurisdiction of the local government, however, County Manager Kevin Poe noted that there is no current means by which an audit of collected fees can be done.

“Money could be going to surrounding counties” that should be coming to Jackson County, said Poe. He said the Association of County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG) had been exploring possible avenues for auditing to ensure that local governments are getting the proper amount of surcharges.

According to Poe’s memo, “in recent years, Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) telephone services have been utilized by a growing number of subscribers. VOIP is a technology that allows telephone calls to be made over computer networks such as the internet. Currently, those residents of Jackson County who subscribe to VOIP telephone services can contact the Jackson County 911 Center as any other resident would do; however, VOIP subscribers are not currently imposed the $1.50 surcharge by the county government as are other telephone subscribers whose providers then remit the surcharges to Jackson County.”

Legal advertisement was published for the Feb. 17 public meeting.

The approved resolution notes it is “in the best interests of the residents of Jackson County, Georgia, for the 9-1-1 and enhanced 9-1-1 charges to continue to be assessed.”

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Israeli National Police officer visits Braselton PD

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The Braselton Police Department strives to provide its officers with the best training, continuing education and guidance. In the month of January, the department has extended some of these services beyond their excellent officers and welcomed Tsafrir Moisa, a Superintendent/Major over all traffic operations for the Israeli National Police.

Moisa traveled to Georgia with the Georgia International Law Enforcement Exchange (GILEE) which is a joint public safety partnerships project of Georgia State University and local, state, federal and international law enforcement agencies. It was started by GILEE Founding Director Robert R. Friedmann who is also a Professor Emeritus of Criminal Justice with the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies at Georgia State University.

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merse themselves into a department in a completely different culture while learning all of the policies and procedures and forming meaningful relationships -- there is always time for the sharing of epic police stories as well. All in all, it is a valuable experience for all parties involved.

Braselton’s Assistant Police Chief Lou Solis connected with Moisa in Israel during the summer of 2013. Solis was a member of the 22nd GILEE delegation at that time, and the two got to know each other during the escort.

“I got involved through Chief [George N.] Turner from the Atlanta Police Department. He got along with Chief [Keith] Glass from the Monroe Police Department who encouraged me to apply for this program through Georgia State University. They have both been great mentors and saw it fit for me to learn from a foreign police department. GILEE is meant for executives to learn leadership by way

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of hands-on training,” said Solis.

Solis was among the senior officers from seven metro Atlantabased public safety organizations who spent an intensive two weeks of immersion in the latest public safety training led by Israeli police experienced in counterterrorism measures. They received peerto-peer training in counterterrorism, emergency management and other public safety and homeland security strategies and tactics. The delegation also viewed a largescale multi-agency emergency preparedness drill.

While Moisa was in Georgia during one of the coldest winters to date, he visited several state and local agencies in addition to the Braselton Police Department – the Georgia Bureau of Investigations, Georgia State Patrol, the police departments of Atlanta, Chamblee, Doraville, Dunwoody, Jefferson and Marietta. He visited and toured

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Tsafrir Moisa, a Superintendent/Major over all traffic operations for the Israeli National Police, toured Georgia law enforcement facilities when the Braselton Police Department welcomed him for a visit.

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Qualifying is March 3-7 for setting May 20 ballots 2 Jackson County Commission seats, 3 county BOE posts to be filled along with statewide races Qualifying to seek two Jackson County Board of Commissioners district posts and three seats on the Jackson County Board of Education on the May 20 ballot will be held March 3-7.

Commission District 3, currently held by Bruce Yates, and District 4, held by Dwain Smith, will be up for election. Yates will officially announce his re-election bid during a 5-7 p.m. campaign event today at the Hoschton Depot. The event was postponed from last week due to the weather. Commissioner Smith announced his intent to seek re-election during the Monday commission meeting.

Qualifying for Republican candidates for local office will be held by the Jackson County Republican Party in an office provided by Higher Grounds Coffee House, located in the Polaris Building at 6700 Highway 53 in Braselton. Qualifying will begin at 9 a.m. on March 3 and conclude at noon on March 7. Qualifying can take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 3-6 and from 9 a.m. to noon on March 7. Call Jackson County GOP chairman Ron Johnson at 770-310-4515 or treasurer Larry Ewing at 706-362-1935.

Others wishing to qualify to see office should contact Elections Supervisor Lori Wurtz at 706367-6377 or lwurtz@jacksoncountygov.com.

The office of Elections & Voter Registration is located in the Jackson County Administration Building at 67 Athens St., in Jefferson. Other questions about elections in Jackson County can also be referred to Wurtz.

The qualifying fees for Commission District 3 and 4 will be $300. The base salary for commissioners is $10,000.

The school board posts have a base salary of $1,200 so the qualifying fee will be $36. Three posts on the Jackson County Board of Education will be on the ballot. They are Post 2, currently held by Tim Brooks, who serves as vice chairman; Post 3, with Celinda Wilson serving in that capacity; and Post 5, now represented by Steve Bryant.

State constitutional officers will also be on the May 20 ballot including Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Attorney General,

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Councilman MarkMobley.

“We were just named one of the top 10 safest cities in the State of Georgia.”

SafeWise described Jefferson as “a picturesque community full of greenery and life, including rolling hills, small farms and lakes. Its workforce is moving from a more rural, agricultural base to more commercialized and industrialized businesses, which has made it easier for more residents and business folk to find their way to this growing town.

“Without a doubt, the safety in this town is due at least in part to a community effort that includes heightened environmental awareness and plenty of active and engaging yearround recreational programs

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Continued from 1A the Georgia Public Safety Training Center and the City of Atlanta and Fulton County Jails. According to the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, they were honored to meet Moisa and show him the facility and ample time to compare notes about the Israeli justice system and the one here in Georgia.

After his time in Georgia, Moisasaid he feels even stronger about the benefits of GILEE than he did before.

“GILEE offers an excellent opportunity for officers

Commissioners of Agriculture, Labor and Insurance, State School Superintendent and Public Service Commissioners. State Senate and State House of Representatives will also be on the ballot so legislators were busily taking care of this session’s activities so that fundraising can begin.

Legislators cannot actively fundraise while in session.

The May 20 ballot will also feature that United States Senate and U.S. House races.

The voter registration deadline for the May 20 election is April 21. Advanced voting will begin April 28.

With the state’s candidate qualifying period to close in early March, Georgia Secretary of State Brian Kemp expressed gratitude to the Georgia General Assembly for changing the primary election schedule to coincide with the federal calendar as its first order of business during this year’s session. But now that the primary has been moved up to May 20, with absentee ballots to be mailed beginning in early April, Kemp wondered if Georgia voters were aware of how little time remained until election season.

“I don’t think that’s gotten on the radar screen of a lot of citizens,” he said in a recent talk with the Gainesville Rotary Club.

Previously he said, “Gov. Deal and members of the General Assembly showed tremendous leadership in ensuring that Georgia voters will continue to have a uniform voting calendar rather than two separate calendars for federal and state elections.”

Kemp reminds that the primary runoff period lasts nine weeks. In the event runoffs are needed, “You will have nine weeks of hate mail ... you’ll have that to look forward to.”

Kemp said any general election runoffs for all statewide offices would take place four weeks after the Nov. 4 election day. If federal runoffs are needed, they wouldn’t take place until after the new year, a prospect he called “miserable.”

“Hopefully, we don’t have that scenario,” where campaigns are running during the holiday season, he added.

that promote teamwork and creativity among youth and adults alike,” said SafeWise.

Mobley made special mention of Chief Wirthman and the Jefferson Police Department and the Jefferson Parks and Recreation Department.

Chief Wirthman said, “I am honored to work for a city that is noted as one of the top 10 safest cities in Georgia. It starts with our citizens that take an active interest in their community, elected officials who are determined to make a difference and department heads with their employees who are dedicated to excellence in making our city a safe environment to live, go to work, go to school and play.”

Commerce was in the No. 16 position, with SafeWise saying, “It is another great city for educational development and families with growing chil-

and agencies to learn how each deals with their respective challenges. There is nothing more beneficial and professional than on-site training by peers. We learn various techniques from each other. I adopted a few things in Georgia that will be helpful to my department in Israel. I know that Lou feels the same way,” said Moisa.

Moisa accompanied Sergeant Adam Garrison as well as a handful of officers from other departments to Braselton’s shooting range for some target practice and an interview from CBS Atlanta (the interview can be viewed at http://www.cbsat-

dren. In addition to a strong school district, the Commerce Library provides outstanding library services, instructional educational programs and a wealth of resources.

“To keep city life engaging and exciting, Commerce’s Parks and Recreation Department offers many youth and adult recreation programs, summer camps, and downtown commerce activities. It also schedules special events throughout the year, such as Music and Fireworks, Back to School Beach Party and Cruisin’ Commerce,” the report said.

SafeWise is a communityfocused security organization and its report provides resources to help make homes and communities a safer place.

See the full report at www. safewise.com/blog/50-safestcities-georgia/ .

lanta.com/video?autoStart= true&topVideoCatNo=defau lt&clipId=9769189). Law enforcement officers in Israel do not carry a loaded firearm as officers in the United States do, so everyone had a lot to learn in terms of shooting techniques.

“I showed them how we work in Israel, and I also learned a lot from them. I am actually quite shocked.

I have been shooting for 26 years and I never walk around with a round in the chamber. In Israel, you never carry a loaded weapon, no way,” said Moisa.

This was one of the biggest differences between law enforcement officers in Israel and ones in the states.

Even though Israeli officers do not carry a loaded gun, the amount of time it takes them to quickly draw, insert the magazine and fire is shockingly about the same as drawing and firing a loaded

Ralph Richardson Jr., will seek District 3 Commission post Ralph Richardson Jr., has announced plans to run for the District 3 post of the Jackson County Board of Commissioners.

Richardson, a 60-year-old native of Jackson County, is retired from 26 years of military service. He also served as a member of the Braselton Town Council from 2003-2010.

“It is my fervent belief that we need qualified, aggressive leadership ahead to face the economic, environmental and growth challenges that are before us.

With the current financial environment that our citizens face, it is more important than ever that we continue to be good stewards of the county’s finances so that we can prevent property owners from having to pay higher taxes,” said Richardson.

“In addition to a focus on providing good service to District 3 citizens, I am the best candidate to provide strong, positive, unifying leadership that will bring us together to keep Jackson County moving in the right direction,” said Richardson.

“I have a vested interest in the future of our county and look forward to serving our citizens.”

Ralph and his wife Becky live in Braselton and worship at Blackshear Place

BRIEFLY Digital Economy Plan survey under way through Feb. 28 The Northeast Georgia Regional Commission is working on a regional Digital Economy Plan and needs help from residents and businesses.

They are asking for Jackson County a questionnaire be filled out regarding how the Internet and digital technologies are used.

Under the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (ARRA), the Georgia Technology Authority received $5.2 million to facilitate a State Broadband Initiative through December 2014, and some funds were set aside for the development of Regional Digital Economy Plans with Georgia’s Regional Commissions.

The purpose of the plan is to document the resources and unmet needs of digital assets, broadband infrastructure, services and related technology utilization and to form strategies to fill identified gaps.

The questionnaire was developed by staff at the NEGRC as part of a stakeholder engagement strategy to inform the planning process. The questionnaires should take less than 10 minutes to complete and will be available through Feb.28 To access the resident questionnaire, go to http://796044.polldaddy.com/s/ northeast-ga-digital-economy-plan-res-

weapon. Moisa also learned that American law enforcement officers aim for center mass of the body to eliminate any and all threat if necessary. In Israel, officers aim for non-vital body parts such as the shoulder or legs.

Solis mentioned that the things Moisa sees on a dayto-day basis in Israel are very different from what officers in Braselton and the rest of the United States see and deal with.

“The enemies that we face versus what Tsafrir and Israeli officers face are very different for the most part.

Israeli officers live day-today protecting a threat that lives within feet from where they work, live and play.

They see it all the time. In fact, two rockets landed in southern Israel recently and a bomb went off on a bus a few months ago. When you see the day-to-day activities, you would never think

Richardson Baptist Church. He has three grown children and seven grandchildren who live in and around West Jackson. He enjoys many outdoor activities, including hiking on the Appalachian Trail, hunting and training his lab retrievers.

ident-questionnaire To access the business questionnaire, go to http://796044.polldaddy.com/s/ northeast-ga-digital-economy-planbusiness-questionnaire The Northeast Georgia Digital Economy Plan will be completed by fall 2014.

Visit the Planning and Government Services tab at www.negrc.org for additional information.

Jackson EMC sends line crew to assist south Georgia co-ops Jackson Electric Membership Corporation (EMC) has dispatched line crews to two of the central Georgia electric cooperatives hardest hit by ice during last week’s winter storm.

Crews left Friday evening for Washington EMC, headquartered in Sandersville, and Saturday evening for Jefferson Energy Cooperative, headquartered in Wrens. Ice accumulating during the storm tore down equipment and felled trees, leaving behind significant power outages. Jackson EMC’s crews will provide relief to the EMC and contractor crews that have been working since mid-week last week.

Jackson EMC had previously released outside contract crews brought in to assist with any outages in its service area, then released most of its own construction and right of way contract crews to help restore power to the storm-damaged region.

As of Sunday, Georgia electric cooperatives still had about 20,800 customers out of power.

there was anything to worry about,” said Solis.

Another difference that Moisa noticed was the existence of departments and agencies in the United States.

Israel has a single unified police force while the United States has about 18,000 different agencies at the federal, state and local levels.

“It is easier to coordinate public safety activities under a single agency. For example, Israeli police are authorized to take away a driver’s license and the vehicle for 30 days without a court order.

Israeli police vehicles also always have their blue lights flashing whether on duty or not to show presence,” said Moisa.

Moisa said he thoroughly enjoyed his time in Georgia and has brought the principles he learned back to Israel with him. The experience was valuable to him and will be beneficial when

he escorts more GILEE delegations in the future.

Moisa strongly believes that it would be most helpful for his fellow Israeli police officers to visit colleagues overseas and see them in action because it will lead to better professional development and it opens doors for learning opportunities.

“I want to strongly emphasize how warmly I was received. I had a first-hand opportunity to experience the famous southern hospitality.

I want to thank Lou Solis and Terry Esco for the great care they took to provide me with a fantastic training program in Georgia,” Moisa said.

It was an unforgettable experience for the Braselton Police Department and the other Georgia agencies and departments Moisa visited as well. For more information about GILEE, visit www. gilee.org

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The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office responded to an armed robbery call at a store located in northern Jackson County on Feb. 13.

A store employee reported that a male subject entered the store, claimed to have a gun and demanded money.

The suspect fled from the store when another vehicle pulled into the store’s parking lot.

The suspect’s vehicle was spotted at a nearby residence, which lead to a search of the residence and the vehicle. During the search of the vehicle, a gun was located.

After interviewing witnesses, Sheriff’s Office investigators obtained a warrant for Kevin Blake Marchbanks, 36, of Commerce, for armed robbery. Marchbanks is still at large.

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

Traffic stop, search warrant results in multiple arrests after suspect flees on foot The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office attempted a traffic stop on Georgia Highway 332 on Feb. 11, but before the vehicle came to a complete stop, the right front passenger jumped from the vehicle and fled.

Following a brief foot chase, the passenger, Christopher Shane Knight, 22, of Gainesville, was apprehended. Knight was arrested and charged with obstruction of law enforcement officers, possession of marijuana, possession of methamphetamine and possession of tools for the commission of a crime. Knight also had outstanding warrants from Clarke County and Madison County.

Meanwhile, the vehicle had fled the scene but the gray GMC Yukon was later found abandoned on Old Pendergrass Road. Witnesses advised deputies that the remaining two occupants, a male and a female, had run from the vehicle.

The female, Dakota Grey Simon, 23, of Auburn, was apprehended after a short foot chase. Simon has been charged with obstruction and cruelty to animals after she abandoned a small dog in the woods during her flight from deputies.

With the assistance of the Banks County Sheriff’s Office and their tracking dog, the driver of the vehicle, Billy James Webb, 30, of Clarksville, was located in a wooded area just a short distance from the vehicle. Webb was arrested and charged with obstruction of a law enforcement officer, possession of methamphetamine, possession of tools for the commission of a crime, using a license plate to conceal a vehicle, fleeing or attempting to elude and driving with a suspended license.

All three suspects were transported to the Jackson County Jail.

Further investigation led deputies to a Pendergrass residence where a search warrant was executed by Jackson County Sheriff’s Office investigators. During the search, deputies located a quantity of methamphetamine and a quantity of marijuana. The occupant of the residence, Kenneth Anthony Morgan, 44, of Pendergrass, was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of marijuana.

Jackson County Sheriff’s Office ■■ A business account of Jackson EMC had a fraudulent charge made to the account to Charter Communications in the amount of $303.72. The financial identity fraud complaint was filed Feb. 12.

■■ A cell phone delivered by the postal service to a Cowart Road address in Commerce on Feb. 11 was reported stolen.

The complaint was told a deputy would do a knock and talk at the residence.

The man answering the door said no cell phone was in the mailbox when he returned from having his phone fixed but suspected a subject who had stolen from him previously may be involved. The complainant was advised to have any future deliveries signed for.

■■ A Carlton Court resident complained to deputies that a driver she identified in a white pickup drove across the snow in her yard on Feb. 12. No damage was visible but the complainant was advised to notify authorities if damage was evident after the snow melted. The suspected driver denied crossing the property.

■■ A 2-year-old playing with the phone at a B. Wilson Road home may have been responsible for a Feb. 13 911 hangup call checked on by deputies.

■■ A driver stopped Feb. 10 on Highway 98 on a seat belt violation was wanted by Commerce Police on a failure to appear warrant and was taken into custody.

■■ A truck parked at the entrance of Jackson Park subdivision on Jackson Trail Road on Feb. 13 was towed for no proof of insurance. The driver said he had left the friend’s truck and walked to the friend’s house to take him three pieces of wood.

The tag on the truck did not match the Ford F100 which was towed.

■■ A Hoschton woman complained she was being harassed by a man she had been communicating with after meeting him on an online dating website.

He became threatening and continued calling nonstop during the night.

Deputies contacted the man and advised him not to contact her again.

■■ A driver who stopped Feb. 10 on Interstate 85 to get two dogs causing a hazard out of the roadway was bitten on the hand by one of the dogs. Animal control captured both dogs.

■■ A Gilbert Road resident was advised to keep her dog from running loose on Feb. 13 after another pet owner complained of the dog’s aggressive behavior toward other animals and a person. Animal control was notified.

■■ A Meadow Creek Drive resident reported someone damaged an insulated water faucet and turned the water on Feb. 13. Footprints were tracked to Blue Grass Drive.

■■ An Ethridge Road resident reported a suspicious person who came onto her property asking about a woman and to borrow a phone on Feb. 11.

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■■ A man taken into custody for the alleged theft of a set of keys from a Pilot Travel Center employee on Feb. 11 is also facing drug charges after marijuana was found

by Jackson County Jail staffers.

Donell Daniels, 37, who told police he had moved to Georgia to start a music career, was arrested after police reviewed surveillance video of the man taking the keys from the Pilot counter. The man had been hanging around the travel center for several days, according to employees.

Police had previously been at the store earlier in the day for the original complaint and talked with Daniels but no keys were found in his possession.

The keys were recovered from a trash can in the adjacent McDonald’s by a restaurant employee and police were again notified.

Daniels was located walking on Highway 53 at Chardonnay Trace and taken into custody. He was asked if he was in possession of anything illegal and he was warned that even a small amount of marijuana could be a felony if he crossed the jail guard line with drugs.

While Daniels was being searched, a clear plastic bag of suspected marijuana was found in his rectum. In addition to the theft, Daniels was charged with possession of marijuana and possession of drugs across a guard line.

Jefferson Police ■■ A disturbance was reported in a vehicle on Highway 129 near John B. Brooks Road on Feb. 12. The male driver apparently got mad when his female passenger kicked the dashboard after she got mad when all the fast food restaurants were closed due to the winter storm.

She said he hit her in the face but there was no sign of injury. He said she hit him the arm. Both agreed to put the situation behind them and continue to Dahlonega to pick up three dogs.

■■ A Jefferson resident notified police Feb. 11 after a female said she would report the theft of a jacket which her daughter wore when the children played in the snow. The woman she her daughter’s friend is harassing her about the coat which she said is not at her residence.

■■ A 2-year-old child was transported to Athens Regional Medical Center on Feb. 11 after it was suspected the child may have taken 20 or more aspirin the child found.

The adult thought the child was being watched by other children in the house.

■■ A Heritage Avenue resident reported Feb. 16 she suspects children she ran away from skating near her car during the winter storm of causing four scratches on the car. Reports indicate it appears the damage was caused by a metal object.

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■■ A Jefferson resident reported the theft of several prescription pills from her lockbox which had been cut open. The complainant said she suspects her daughter who has a history of drug abuse and has not returned to the home since the Feb. 11 incident. A police report was needed to get the prescriptions for Hydrocodone, Larazapam, Baclofen and Fentanyl patches refilled.

■■ A $71.24 gas driveoff was reported Feb. 14 by an employee of BP who described the black dually truck and provided the name of a possible suspect. The regular customer was in the Barrow County Jail at the time of the theft and could not have committed the crime. A passenger, who said she was in the Bad and Busted magazine and purchased the magazine and other items, was identified to police.

■■ A man who was creating a disturbance at Waffle House on Feb. 8 was taken into custody outside the Petro Express where he had gotten a beer after the clerk advised he did not want to sell the man a beer because he was creating problems there as well. The man

put his money down on the counter and walked out as a police officer was attempting to talk to him. The man smelled of alcoholic beverages and was charged with public drunkenness and disorderly conduct after refusing to stop cursing.

■■ An open door was found at a Jameston Drive house on Feb. 14. The house was checked and no one was inside. Officers were unable to lock the front door but called and left a message with a property management company identified on the window.

■■ The owner of a gold Honda Accord reported damage to the rear of the vehicle occurred while the car was parked in a lot behind Subway on Feb. 14. The car had blue paint transfer around the dents.

■■ A burglary was reported at a Washington Street barn between Feb. 10 and 14. Missing were two kitchen ranges valued at nearly $200 and a rod iron patio set valued at $100.

■■ A verbal dispute was reported at a Clay Drive location on Feb. 11. The male left the residence with the baby to stay elsewhere for the evening.

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■■ A Feb. 11 two-car accident was reported on Washington Street at Elder Drive. No injuries were reported.

A truck driver backed into another truck in the parking lot of Fresh Frozen Food on Feb. 10 and only minor damage was reported. A vehicle backed into another car in the parking lot of Community Bank & Trust on Feb. 10 and another mishap involving a van backing into another vehicle was reported in the same parking lot on Feb. 14. A Cadillac driver told police she wanted an apology from the driver who backed into her car outside a Heritage Avenue apartment on Feb. 10. A truck rear-ended another vehicle on Washington Street on Feb. 10.

■■ A deer ran into Galilee Church Road on Feb. 16 and struck the right front bumper of a Ford Ranger.

■■ A vehicle yielding on Highway 11 at Jackson Concord Road on Feb. 17 was rear-ended by another vehicle.

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CHURCH NEWs The Church of Hoschton youth will be dropping off grocery bags on Saturday, Feb. 22, and asking families to fill the bags with non-perishable food items. Then the following Saturday, March 1, they ask that the bags be left beside the families’ mailboxes and they will come back and pick them up. All food will be donated to a local food bank. This is the youth’s way of paying it forward.

To end the month, a representative from The Gideons will be hosted on Sunday, Feb. 23.

If you have any questions or would like more information, contact Pastor Cory Sexton at the church office 706-654-8415 or on his cell at 678-234-9408. sss Hoschton United Methodist Church will host a spaghetti dinner to benefit Relay For Life on Saturday, Feb. 22, from 5-7 p.m. Dine in or take out and the

OBITUARIES Lorie Shelden Aul

Died Feb. 12, 2014 Loretta Marie (Shelden) Aul, 56, of Braselton, formerly of Panama City, Fla., died Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2014, at home, with her family and beloved dogs by her side, after a brave fight against cancer.

Memorial services were held Monday, Feb. 17, 2014, at Memorial Park South Funeral Home with the Rev. Dave Davis officiating.

Loretta, hereafter known as Lorie, and sometimes Lollipop-a-doodle-daddle or Lollipop for short, was born June 9, 1957 in Pontiac, Mich. Her family moved to Florida when she was 3 years old, and she graduated from Miami Killian High School in 1975. Lorie was an administrative assistant most of her adult life, with jobs throughout Florida and North Carolina. Tall, slender, a blue eyed blonde, she was beautiful both inside and out. She was shy, sweet, generous, kind, but also tough. Very independent, she’d tell you she was a rebel. Although Lorie had no children, her nieces and nephews were well loved by her, and they in turn loved having a “cool” aunt. In addition, all her life she loved animals, and collected many different kinds, but dogs were her favorite.

If you were lucky enough to be her friend, you’d be one for life.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jeffrey Aul, and her father, John Shelden, in 2013.

Survivors include her mother, Jeane Shelden; siblings Carolyn (Ed) Smith, Pam (Cliff) Steiner, Mary Ann (Sameh) Behiry and Michael (Cathy) Shelden; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Angels Among Us, P.O. Box 821, Alpharetta, GA 30009, (877404-5874, www.angelsrescue.org) Memorial Park South Funeral Home, Flowery Branch The Paper, Feb. 20, 2014

Eben Austin

Died Feb. 14, 2014 Eben Austin, 58, of Winder, died Friday, Feb. 14, 2014.

He was a son of the late Frances Henderson Austin.

He was attending Greater Athens Church of God. Survivors include his daughter, Ashley Austin; stepchildren, Allison McCracken Best and Russell McCracken; father, Fred (Thelma) Austin; sister, Donna Smith; a niece and two nephews.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2014, in Smith Memory Chapel with the Rev. Steve Carroll officiating. Burial followed in Arlington Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Greater Athens Church of God. Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, Feb. 20, 2014

Harvey Kimball Baron

Died Feb. 15, 2014 Harvey Kimball Baron, 85, of Athens, died Saturday, Feb. 15, 2014.

Mr. Baron was born in Providence, R.I., he was a son of the late James and Amiee Pinder Baron. Mr. Baron was a veteran of the United States Army and the United States Air Force, serving during World War II, Korean War and the Vietnam War. He was an auto/ truck mechanic.

Survivors include his wife, Betty Hollis Baron; sons and daughters-in-law, Michael John and Tracy Lynn Baron of Jefferson and Richard Lynn and Inna Baron of Commerce; and grandchildren, Jesse Richard Baron, Matthew Douglas Baron, Holly Lynn Baron and Jonathon Baron.

Graveside services were held Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2014, in the Prospect United Meth-

meal also includes salad, roll and dessert and drink. Tickets are $7 adult and $3 child (also available at the door). Contact Julie Clarke at 770-363-3547.

HUMC is located at 12 Mulberry St., and Bell Avenue. sss Spring into the Little Lambs Consignment Sale this week at The Springs from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 20, and Friday, Feb. 21, and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22, Many items will be

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odist Church Cemetery with the Rev. Eric Shelton officiating. Those honored as pallbearers were Jesse Baron, Matthew Baron, Jonathan Baron, Darren Glenn and Toby Glenn.

Memorial donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson The Paper, Feb. 20, 2014

Amy Brumbalough

Died Feb. 11, 2014 Amy Brumbalough, 60, of Jefferson, died Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2014.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

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

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Tom Braswell

Died Feb. 17, 2014 Tom Braswell, 87, of Auburn and formerly of Buford, died Monday, Feb. 17, 2014.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Guyendlee Daniel Braswell; parents, Virgil and Bertie Lee Moore Braswell; sister, Virginia B. Justice; brothers Kelly Braswell, Dean Braswell and Allen Braswell.

Survivors include his daughter, Julia and Dewitt Cook of Auburn; grandchildren, Brandy and Hubert Day and Stephanie and Gene Raab, all of Bethlehem, and Colter and Angela Cook of Auburn; seven great-grandchildren; two great-greatgrandchildren; brother, Vanus and Helen D. Braswell of Jefferson; sisters-in-law, Bernice Braswell, ofBuford and Violet Jean Braswell of Lawrenceville; brothers-inlaw, Reese Daniel and Bobby Daniel, both of Commerce; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was born Dec. 20, 1926, in Buford. He was a retired painter from Suwanee Lumber Company, he did farming and he also worked on boats at Holiday Marina. He was a long-time member of Rock Springs United Methodist Church.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2014, at Rock Springs United Methodist Church in Lawrenceville. The remains will lie in state at the church from noon until the service.

The Rev. Tommy Braswell and the Rev. Shari Rates will officiate. Interment will follow at Rock Springs United Methodist Church Cemetery.

Flanigan Funeral Home, Buford The Paper, Feb. 20, 2014

Jerry Lynn Buhl Jr.

Died Feb. 15, 2014 Jerry Lynn Buhl Jr., 41, of Winder, died Saturday, Feb. 15, 2014.

He was a Tennessee Vols fan. He was well known with his peers from high school.

Jerry was a loving husband, father and a great provider to his family.

Survivors include his wife, Kim Buhl; parents, Jerry, Sr., and Brenda Buhl; sons, Joshua Parsons of Winder, and Jacob Buhl, Jerry Lynn Buhl III, Jeremiah Buhl and Austin Buhl, all of Tennessee; daughters, Savannah Buhl, Ashleigh Buhl and Kayla Parsons, all of Winder; sisters, Brenda Gail Wellborn and Amanda Dawn Rooks both of Tennessee, and Chanel Renea McIntyre of Commerce; and granddaughter, Brooklyn Nicole Buhl.

A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2014, at the Church at Pierce Road, located at 231 Pierce Road in Winder.

The Rev. Robert Buhl and the Rev. Terry Hawkins will be officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to services at the church.

Lawson Funeral Home, Hoschton The Paper, Feb. 20, 2014

Died Feb. 10, 2014 Earl F. Embrick, 80, of Commerce, died Monday, Feb. 10, 2014, at Northridge Medical Center in Commerce.

Born in Commerce, he was the son of the late Ralph and Emma Fredricks Embrick and was married to Gladys Lacey Embrick.

Survivors, in addition to his wife, include sons, Ronald Embrick of Danielsville and Greg Embrick of Maysville; brother, Leonard Embrick of Bogart; sister, Emma Nell Henderson of Commerce; and grandsons, Isaac Embrick and Bailey Embrick.

Funeral services werhe held Friday, Feb. 14, 2014, in the chapel of Ivie Funeral Home in Commerce with the Rev. Larry Montgomery and the Rev. David Harbin officiating. Interment followed in the Grey Hill Cemetery.

Ivie Funeral Home, Commerce The Paper, Feb. 20, 2014

Nick Ford

Died Feb. 11, 2014 Willard Nixon “Nick” Ford, 86, of Jefferson, died Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2014.

Born Nov. 28, 1927, in Whitehall in Clarke County, he was a son of the late Katherine Nixon Ford and Warren Plemon Ford. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Henry Harold Ford, and sisters, Thelma Aileen Ford Barrett, Gussie Syble Ford Green and Sallie Hilda Ford Evans.

Survivors include his sons, Jimmy Ray Ford and wife Diane of Lithia Springs and Nicky Louis Ford of Lake Spivey; daughters, Gloria Jean Ford of Lake Spivey and Regina Jan Akins and husband Kim of Powder Springs; sister, Dollie Mildred Ford Daniel of Mableton; sister-in-law Maurice Ford of Jefferson; former wife, Helen Campbell Ford; grandchildren, Shea Milam, Chelcy Miniat, Alicia Gresham and Brian Young; and eight great-grandchildren.

The funeral service was held unday, Feb. 16, 2014, in the chapel of Evans Funeral Home. The burial followed in the Prospect Church Cemetery on Tallahassee Road in Athens.

Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson The Paper, Feb. 20, 2014

Virginia Webb Griffeth

Died Feb. 11, 2014 Virginia Webb Griffeth, 92, of Athens, formerly of Bethlehem, died Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2014.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Docia Rowden, and was a member of Hebron Christian Church.

Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Hinton “Bubba” and Diane Griffeth of Bethlehem; daughter and son-in-law, Brenda and Gordon Mobley of Athens; grandchildren, Tammy Whitehead, Penny Griffeth, Scott Griffeth and Kelly Griffeth; and great-grandson, Cory Griffeth.

The funeral service was held Saturday, Feb. 15, 2014, in Smith Memory Chapel. Interment was in Barrow Memorial Gardens.

Memorials may be made to St. Mary’s Hospice, 1660 Jennings Mill Road, Bogart, GA 30622.

Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, Feb. 20, 2014

Joseph Walton Hagan

Died Feb. 8, 2014 Joseph Walton Hagan, 72, of Hoschton, formerly of Statesboro, died Saturday Feb. 8, 2014.

He was a United States Air Force veteran and was an engineer with General Motors for 33 years where he received various awards.

During his year at General Motors, he work at the Lakewood Manufacturing Plant, General Motors Plant in Doraville, and later trans-

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group will have lunch/bingo at 11 a.m. on Feb 28 at Hoschton United Methodist Church fellowship hall. HUMC is located at 12 Mulberry St., and Bell Avenue behind City Square.

Contact the Rev. Marvin Mason at 706-654-1422.

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ferred to the Saturn Plant in Springhill, Tenn. From there, he worked at various General Motor Plants in Detroit, Michigan, and then retired from the General Motors Corvette Plant in Bowling Green, Ky. Survivors include his wife Connie Armes Hagan; son, Michael Allen Hagan and wife Jan of Dacula; daughter, Karen Lyn Hagan and husband Joe Dale of Macon; stepsons William Russell Stewart and wife Kelley and Charles Robert Stewart and wife Amy, all of North Carolina; sister, Nell Batchelor and husband Robert of Eatonton; and grandchildren, Olivia, Ashton, Russell, Rylie and Skyler.

A memorial service was held Saturday, Feb. 15, 2014, at Statesboro Primitive Baptist Church in Statesboro with Chaplain Jerry Newsome officiating. Inurnment services were held at Eastside Cemetery with United States Air Force honors. Memorial contributions may be made to Cornerstone Bible Church, 869 Cole Drive SW, Lilburn, GA 30047.

Lawson Funeral Home, Hoschton The Paper, Feb. 20, 2014

Gene King

Died Feb. 9, 2014 Robert E. “Gene” King died Sunday morning, Feb. 9, 2014, from natural causes.

He was married for 58 years to Velda Wells King, who preceded him in death.

Born in 1933 in Greensboro, he was a member of Northside Presbyterian Church in Winder. He worked at Pet Dairies in Winder of 25 years. He also worked as a truck driver for other companies until his retirement.

He enjoyed studying nature, music and, most of all, his family.

Survivors include his children, Connie (Dr. John) Iacuone of Albuquerque, N.M., Mitchell (Angela) King of Wnider, Cathy (Dan) Dobbe of Dallas, Texas, Kim (Gary) Harbuck of Smyrna and Wesley (Fran) King of Franklin, Tenn.; 16 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be made to Northside Presbyterian Church. Services were held Friday, Feb. 14, 2014, in Smith Memory Chapel.

Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, Feb. 20, 2014

Charles Davis Keenan

Died Feb. 11, 2014 Charles Davis Keenan died at his residence on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2014.

He was the son of the late Hasting and Mamie Tucker Keenan. He was a grading contractor.

Survivors include his wife, Joyce Keenan; son, Tracy Keenan of Colbert; stepsons, Cecil Hanley of Danielsville, Marion Hanley of Comer, Elvis Hanley of Toccoa, Marshall Hanley of Danielsville, Melvin Hanley of Commerce and the Rev. Wendell Hanley of Danielsville; stepdaughter Suzie Buice of Colbert; sisters, Velvie Helton of Athens, and Louise Vanderburg of Ila; 28 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren.

Services were held Saturday, Feb. 15, 2014, in the chapel of Ivie Funeral Home with the Rev. Wendell Hanley and the Rev. Junior Sosbee officiating. Burail was held in the Antioch Methodist Church Cemetery.

Ivie Funeral Home, Commerce The Paper, Feb. 20, 2014

David John Kronenwetter

Died Feb. 12, 2014 David John Kronenwetter, 53, of Flowery Branch, died Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2014, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center.

He had been battling with a terrible disease, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), otherwise known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, which he was diagnosed with in

September 2009. He served in the United States Army and participated in Operation Desert Shield. After that, he was primarily employed building computer networks and engineering digital cable systems.

Survivors include his wife, Risa Kronenwetter; daughters, Dorothy LongMcKeever, Melissa McKinney and Kristy Jistel; and five grandchildren. Risa and David met and fell in love in 1992 and married in November 1997 and Risa truly believed they one day would celebrate their 50th anniversary, but ALS stole that time from them. There are not enough words to actually describe what a great man he was. He was brilliant, an amazing husband and son and a phenomenal father and grandfather. He will be missed by everyone who came to know him and those fortunate enough to truly appreciate the caring man he was.

Also surviving are his father, Gene; stepmother, Pat; sister, Sue; and brothers, Michael and Patrick. In this entire world, there is not one person who can ever compare to him. He was sweet, gentle, very loving and made everyone smile just a little bit more. We were all blessed to have been able to not just know him, but to have his love. We will miss our Papa, father, brother, son and husband forever and always.

Funeral services were held Monday, Feb. 17, 2014, at Prince of Peace Catholic Church with Father Richard Vu officiating.

Memorial Park South Funeral Home, Flowery Branch The Paper, Feb. 20, 2014

Julianna Seres

Died Feb. 17, 2014 Julianna Seres, 82, died Monday, Feb. 17, 2014.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2014, in the Lawson Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Rusty Newman officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Eagle Ranch, www.eagleranch. org.

Lawson Funeral Home, Hoschton The Paper, Feb. 20, 2014

Herbert Dean Simpson

Died Feb. 10, 2014 Herbert Dean Simpson, 75, of Auburn, died Monday, Feb. 10, 2014.

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

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Joey Smith

Died Feb. 10, 2014 Joey Smith, 46, of Auburn, died Monday, Feb. 10, 2014.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Zeffer Smith, and grandmother, Johnnie Smith.

Survivors include his father, William Ray “Smitty” Smith Jr., of Auburn; sisters, Patty Johnson and husband David of Bethlehem, Tracey Reynolds of Cordele, Holly Smith of Athens and Brandi Smith of Watkinsville; grandmother, Mary Lou David of Statham; aunt, Elaine Zabiel and late husband Steve; uncles, Hugh Lee David and wife Ann of Loganville and Jimmy Coker and wife Shamisha.

Funeral services were held Friday, Feb. 14, 2014, at Lawson Funeral Home.

Interment was held at the

City of Auburn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family.

Lawson Funeral Home, Hoschton The Paper, Feb. 20, 2014

Milton P. Swords

Died Feb. 11, 2014 Milton P. Swords, 77, died Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2014.

Survivors include his wife, Dorothy; daughters, Melinda (Kenny) Casper of Statham and Dana Jones of Winder; grandchildren, Grant Casper and Caitlyn Casper; greatgrandchild, Korbin Bacidore; and brother, Nolan Swords of Winder.

He was preceded in death by brothers, Bobby Swords and Larry Swords; and sister, Joyce Stowe. He was a member of Eastside Baptist Church. He worked for Quality Foods for 12 years and was a salesman for Flowers Bread Company.

Funeral services were held Friday, Feb. 14, 2014, in Smith Memory Chapel.

Interment will be in Barrow Memorial Gardens.

Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, Feb. 20, 2014

Deloris May Ulrich

Died Feb. 18, 2014 Deloris May Ulrich, 75, of Winder, formerly of Wisconsin, died Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2014.

She was of the Lutheran faith. She had been a homemaker most of her life, but had worked for Brakebush Brothers Poultry in her latter years. She was an avid gardener and loved to work in her yards. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred and Irene Hillmer.

Survivors include her sons, Bob Ulrich of Bradenton, Fla., Gary Ulrich of Chicago, Ill., Tom Ulrich(Sheila) of Winder and Michael Ulrich(Leisa) of Statham; brothers, David Hillmer, Kenny Hillmer and Roger Hillmer, all of Montello, Wisc.; and five grandchildren also survive.

No services will be held at this time. The family request donations to be made to Geneva Hospice, 3350 Riverwood Parkway, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30339 (770) 951-6450.

Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, Feb. 20, 2014

Otis Ray Wallace

Died Feb. 12, 2014 Otis Ray Wallace, 83, of Winder, died Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2014.

He was preceded in death by his parents, E.L. and Arline Mae Garrett Wallace; brother, G.W. “Jink” Wallace; and sisters, Willie Sue Wilson and Reba Boyd.

Survivors include his wife, Clara Dove Wallace; stepsons, Rick Kidd (Debbie) of Modesta, Calif., and John Kidd (Dr. Jo Jie) of Denver, Colo.; stepdaughter, Dalanda Kidd of Winterville; brother, Henry Wallace (Dot) of Bethlehem; sisters, Essie Lou McCullers of Monroe and Betty Sims of Winder; mother-inlaw, Louise Dove of Athens; brothers-in-law, Billy Boyd of Monroe and Jerry Dove (Brenda) of Athens; sister-inlaw, Shirley Elam (Rick) of Iva, S.C.; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2014, in the chapel of Smith Funeral Home with the Rev. Buford Lockman officiating.

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By JEFF GILL

Regional staff

Northeast Georgia Health System officials don’t have to look at blueprints or artist renderings to know how patient rooms at the new Braselton hospital will look — and they certainly won’t have to wait until they’re in place.

Hospital officials have built a “mock-up” of a typical room at the 100-bed Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton, which is under construction off Ga. 347 near Ga. 211/Old Winder Highway in South Hall.

The room in the basement of Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville has no power, except for lighting, or running water, but otherwise, looks nearly good to go.

It has most of the essentials, including an area for visitors, bathroom and — thanks to a backlit, blown-up photograph — a window view of

the South Hall countryside.

It also has been built with fine details, including the types of cabinetry, doors and flooring that could end up being used at Braselton.

“It’s always an expense to do something like this, but we have recouped that investment many times over,” said Rudy Lonergan, facilities development director for the health system.

Patient beds “consume a majority of your real estate, so you want to make sure you’ve got the bugs worked out,” he said. Making fixes “out in the field ... is many times more expensive.”

The mock-up began as a Styrofoam model and evolved into the detailed version in place now. And because its purpose is to refine what will be at the Braselton hospital, the room is everchanging.

“When we finish this room, it will be exactly as those rooms will be in Bra-

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Northeast Georgia Medical Center has a mock-up of one of its new Braselton hospital’s rooms in the Gainesville hospital’s basement. It saves money and lets architects and craftsmen see problems before they build, said Rudy Lonergan, director of facilities development.

HEALTH NEWS Krista Landy named Director of Professional Practice for NGHS Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is proud to welcome Krista Landy, BSN, RN, as its new Director of Professional Practice.

In this role, she will help put structures and processes in place that will enhance the level of professionalism of NGHS’ clinical staff.

“Krista’s leadership, expertise and collaborative spirit make her a welcome addition to our team,” says Carol Burrell, president and CEO of NGHS. “Her experience in building systems within large organizations is an invaluable resource to NGHS.” Landy comes to NGHS from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA), where she worked for 20 years, most recently serving as project manager for Nursing Services, director of Patient and Family Support Services and operations manager. At CHOA, she was on the integration team for the merger between Egleston and Scottish Rite, helping to define the new organization’s clinical structure and integrate the standards of practice and performance. Landy was also instrumental in developing professional practice models, shared governance implementation, evidencebased practice initiatives and strategic planning for nursing.

Prior to her time at CHOA, Landy worked for five years for Charter Psychiatric Hospitals as the nurse manager of Youth Services and as a staff nurse.

“Nursing excellence is my passion,” says Landy.

“I look forward to collaborating with nurses of all levels at NGHS to create a healthy work environment where nurses can learn, advance professionally and provide the best care possible.”

Originally from Florida, Landy moved to Gainesville, Ga. in 1998. She and her husband, Steven, have a 16-yearold son, Cole.

Landy is currently pursuing her master’s degree in nursing administration from Georgia State University and

will complete her degree in 2014.

Teresa George, M.D., joins NGPG in Oakwood Timothy Flynn, MD; Mark Albritton, MD; and the staff of Northeast Georgia Physicians Group (NGPG) Oakwood welcome Teresa George, MD, to the practice.

Dr. George received her medical degree from Medical University of Silesia in Poland and completed her residency at Leonard J. Chabert Medical Center in Houma, Louisiana. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a member of the

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The Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton mock-up in the flagship Gainesville hospital’s basement sports a large photo cut-out of the view in Braselton. Patient rooms are designed for space around the patient’s bed. Below: Ergonomics go into patient room design at the new Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton, as seen in a mock-up in the Gainesville hospital’s basement. From the staff zone at left, patient zone at center, and family zone at far right, the design allows for open space. Rooms also are identical, with no mirror-image layouts, to save time and potential accidents, said Director of Facilities Development Rudy Lonergan. selton,” Lonergan said. “We will constantly refer back to this ... for colors, location of things.”

Referring to one supply area in the room, he said, “We probably tore this cabinet work out four or five times.

“We’ve had a lot of exercises with our clinicians and physicians, sizing these drawers and putting in dividers ... and locations of that,” Lonergan said. “There’s a lot of time spent on these things.”

The room has many features, including an observation area outside the room for nurses to peer into the room without entering it.

Also, the rooms have cabinets for supplies and laundry hampers that can be accessed from inside or outside the room.

“You don’t have to go into the room and disturb the patient,” Lonergan said.

Rooms will have a 42-inch flat-screen TV and an area for visitors, including a recliner, and a bench that can serve as a bed for overnight guests.

American Medical Association.

NGPG Oakwood is a family medicine and internal medicine practice providing routine and preventive health evaluations, immunizations, EKG and physicals.

“Dr. George is a great addition to our team,” says Dr. Flynn. “We are proud to be able to grow along side the community so we can continue to provide care to people in our area, close to home.”

NGPG Oakwood is located at 3931 Mundy Mill Road, Suite A, in Oakwood.

The practice is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Same-day appointments are available, and walk-ins are welcome.

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The mock-up room has a lot of visitors of its own.

“We’ve had a lot of focus work groups around the clinical areas,” said Melissa Tymchuk, health system spokeswoman. “It’s been a really focused operational process to get them in the room and allow them (to) help design it.”

Otherwise, work is moving steadily along at River Place campus, the 110-acre site of the $187.4 million Northeast

Georgia Medical Center Braselton, which will include a medical office building, patient wings and an emergency room. A road also will encircle the building.

In another unique move, 70 bathroom pods were prebuilt in a warehouse in Hoschton, then taken to the construction site.

“This preconstruction process ... allows for greater standardization of the construction process, in a con-

trolled environment, versus stick-building the units one piece at a time on the site,” said Anthony Williamson, the health system’s vice president of Greater Braselton development.

The new hospital is scheduled to open in spring 2015, providing heart and vascular services, orthopedics and neurosciences, cancer treatment, surgery and emergency care.

wood for more information, or call 770-848-9100 to schedule an appointment.

NGPG Oakwood is an affiliate of Northeast Georgia Health System.

outstanding medical team provides patients with exceptional, compassionate cancer and blood disease therapies – and we are evolving into one of the leading cancer centers in the Southeast, with the highest standards of care in treatments.”

UCBC provides patients the benefits of treatments close to home, from highly regarded physicians who trained at the nation’s finest cancer centers as well as some of the most esteemed military hospitals in the country.

“We offer each patient hope, healing and compassion,” Vrana added. “Everyone at University Cancer & Blood Center is committed to NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center standards of excel-

lence for patient care.”

As discoveries move from the laboratory to the clinic, UCBC’s patients have access to the best therapies medical science can provide, as well as an ethic that values second opinions.

UCBC participates in nearly every insurance plan, Medicare and Medicaid, and believes that everyone, regardless of income, is entitled to medical care.

“Northeast Georgia is home for University Cancer & Blood Center, too, and we’re proud to offer patients hope, healing and compassion,” Vrana said. “To heal is to make whole. It’s what we do best.”

For more information, see www.universitycancer.com.

University Cancer & Blood Center is new name of Northeast Georgia Cancer Care facility Northeast Georgia Cancer Care, which has provided patients with exceptional cancer and blood disease therapies and the most promising clinical trials since 1982, has a new name: University Cancer & Blood Center.

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Lumping the presidents into a day, by George We used to celebrate the birthdays of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln as holidays.

However, when Congress decided to make the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. a holiday, it elected to combine the presidential holidays into one combined day honoring all presidents.

No one living today actually knew George Washington, but we studied him in school. We were told how he cut down that cherry tree and never told a lie. Most historians don’t believe either of those is true. It is also not true that he had wooden teeth and did not toss a silver dollar across the Potomac River.

But we still love the man we call the “Father of our Country” and mark his birthday by having a mattress sale.

But what about the presidents we now honor, but don’t really know?

Take James A. Garfield, for instance. He was shot by a crazy man and managed to live for another two months.

Alexander Graham Bell devised a metal detector to find the bullet lodged in Garfield’s body. But the doctor, Dr. Doctor Willard Bliss (he was a medical doctor, but his given name was Doctor), would not allow Bell to use the device on Garfield’s left side.

To the best of our knowledge, there is no connection between Dr. Doctor and the Robert Palmer song, “Bad Case of Loving You,” which is often incorrectly referred to as “Doctor, Doctor.”

Garfield, a union general during the unpleasantness between the North and South, played a pivotal role in the Battle of Chickamauga. He wired Washington and arranged for 20,000 reinforcements to be sent to Chattanooga and save the Union from defeat.

He was ordered back to Washington and commissioned as a major general.

He eventually resigned the commission and was elected to Congress from Ohio.

When he died, more than 150,000 people paid their respects when his body was

Harris Blackwood returned to his home state.

What about Harry Truman? He was a no-nonsense kind of guy.

He was known for taking brisk walks around Washington. In his first days as president, he walked over and took his paycheck to a bank around the corner from The White House and waited his turn in line.

When Eisenhower was inaugurated, Harry and Bess Truman drove themselves back to Missouri. No Secret Service, plane or helicopter.

Then, there was William Henry Harrison. He served the shortest time as president at just more than a month.

Harrison, a Whig, defeated incumbent President Martin Van Buren in a rematch of a race four years earlier.

Harrison played up his military prowess as the hero of the Battle of Tippecanoe.

His vice presidential running mate was John Tyler.

Their campaign slogan, “Tippecanoe and Tyler too” is a memorable one among historians.

Harrison rode a horse to his own inauguration and made an 8,445-word address lasting more than two hours in a frigid, Washington winter. He developed a bad cold (although most agree it was not from his inauguration) and died of pneumonia on April 4, 1841. His doctors tried everything to save him, including opium, castor oil, leeches and Virginia snakeweed, all to no avail.

He became the first president to die in office.

Maybe we’re better off with the legend of a truthtelling, cherry tree cutter who never told a lie. It made for a better story than a few others who have served.

Harris Blackwood is a Gainesville resident whose columns appear weekly.

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The lasting value of hard work It was an early summer morning, an enchanting time when flowers are blooming, blackberries are spurting to full growth and the birds are happy to have sunny warmth. I had taken myself out to the back porch where often I settle down to write after I have finished a gentle run.

All was perfect that morning except for one thing: The words wouldn’t come. It is a terrible thing to be a writer who is wordless at times. Repeatedly, I erased the words I typed.

I began to do what all writers do when inspiration is lost in the world’s mist somewhere — I distracted myself. I checked email, perused the news, watered the plants on the porch and pulled some tiny, inconsequential weeds. I’m a worker bee. I thrive on being busy but, more than anything, I want to be productive.

Needless to say, productivity was not visiting on that summer morn.

So I hit upon an idea: I’d put on my yard clothes and work a bit on Hell’s Hill.

This is what I have dubbed

Ronda Rich an embankment in the front of the house which is the bane of my existence.

It cannot be tamed but it has nearly whupped me on many an occasion. It is a thriving environment for weeds of the nastiest variety including thistle and all its cousins. Poke sallet springs up from there as does briar bushes while kudzu has threatened. I planted that hill with junipers, which seemed like a good idea at the time. Dutifully, they have grown and covered most of the bank but stubborn weeds spring up through its greenery.

I’ve spent years battling that hill, only to have it defeat me on a regular basis.

The best I can hope is that there are brief periods of time when we are even, this stubborn Hell’s Hill and me. For I never win. I’m not even in the lead at

any time.

Because this hill is home to endless mounts of fire ants — another ruffle of displeasure in my mostly happy life — I put on kneehigh rubber boots and my gloves and went to work. I pulled, I plucked, I weeded, I snipped and, mostly, I sweated and I groaned. It was terribly hard, backbreaking work. As I fought my bitterest enemy, I recalled a few days earlier when I dug a couple of holes for new shrubbery.

Quickly, my shovel hit rock so I had to heave ho until I had it pulled up.

I thought of my grandparents who fought that rocky, nutrient-poor clay in an effort to make a living. They toiled in brutal heat to grow corn that sold for 50 cents a bushel and turnip greens that brought 5 cents per pound. Their lives were hard even miserable as they tried to scrape together a few hundred dollars a year to pay taxes. At the end of their lives, their shoulders were hunched from the pull of a plow and the burdens of hard work and constant worry. Fight-

ing that stubborn earth wasn’t a choice for them. It was a necessity.

As I thought of that, I thought also of this: Every kid should spend a good dose of the summer doing hard labor like that in the unkind, unblinking sun.

For if they did, they’d all want to be lawyers, doctors or any profession that is graced with air conditioning in the summer and heat in the winter. I worked for an hour then stood to stretch my aching back and call it “done” for the time being. After a bath, I settled back on the porch and went back to writing.

Suddenly, what had seemed so hard earlier came running through my mind and sprang out of my finger tips.

I found inspiration in the kind of hard labor I hope never to have to do in order to pay my taxes.

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..

Winter Games need Southern flavor I was on the telephone with a salesman from the North (Atlanta) the other day, when he mentioned something that caught me off guard, which is where I usually am anyway.

“So, have you guuuys been watching the Winter Olympics?”

“The what?” was my honest reply.

“The Winter Olympics from Sochi,” he responded as if I knew a luge from a loogie.

“Nah, that hasn’t gotten much publicity down here,” I said. “You know, with National Signing Day and all.”

“National what?”

Most people in these parts don’t follow the Winter Olympics. They don’t know where Sochi is. It’s in Russia, by the way. I looked it up.

I haven’t watched any of the Winter Olympics thus far, and the only scuttlebutt I’ve heard about it focused on three questions: 1. Will there be a ter-

Len Robbins roristic attack during the games?

2. What’s the deal with Bob Costas’ eye?

And 3. When will Vladimir Putin take off his shirt?

While indeed compelling questions, they haven’t captured the attention of folks ‘round here.

Part of the reason Southerners don’t cotton to the Winter Olympics is that we can’t partake in many of the games themselves.

Our climate minimizes the opportunities for ice skating, ice hockey or any of the skiing events. In South Georgia, we don’t have any formidable hills, which rules out ski jumping, the bobsled or the aforementioned luge.

And to further our

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confusion, they keep on making up events, like the skeleton and curling. From what I could gather, the skeleton is just like the luge except the expectation for death is greater (hence the name).

Curling is sweeping on ice. On the few occasions I tried sweeping, I never found it to be particularly sporting. I guess adding ice – or for that matter, fire – makes it more exciting.

So while we’re making up games to add to the Winter Olympics, why don’t we create some that give Southerners a decent chance at competing.

That in mind, my suggestions: Ice stock car racing: Southerners aren’t particularly adept at driving in winter conditions, but we are hell at driving in mud.

Mud and ice are about the same, from what I understand. Southerners also love racing. And even more than that, they love crashing. An icy track + speeding

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stock cars = television ratings gold!

Trash can pull: On the few instances it’s snowed in South Georgia over the years, we weren’t prepared with sleds or skis or coats.

We had to “make do.” And that meant getting a rope and tying a trash can lid to the back of a truck and hauling tail down the road.

Think the luge is dangerous? How about trying to stop a trash can lid on a slick road when the truck in front of you brakes at a traffic light?

Hunting: If the Winter Olympics’ biathlon can utilize a rifle (by the way, why is that?), I don’t see why hunting game can’t be an Olympic sport. Southerners would dominate, which, if you haven’t noticed, is the point.

I wonder how big the deer are in Russia?

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Tablet, laptop or phone – Bring Your Own Technology is now in effect at EJCHS West Jackson Intermediate, South Jackson Elementary and West Jackson Primary to be online this month

By Katie Griffin

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Alanna Dorsey will be representing West Jackson Middle School at the State Science Fair set for March 27-29 at the Classic Center in Athens.

“I’ll Crack You Up!” is the name of her project that is a continuted study of how to best hatch healthy chickens.

Dorsey readies for State Science Fair

By LEANNE AKIN

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Alanna Dorsey’s winning Northeast Georgia Regional Science and Engineering Fair entry is the culmination of three years of work, and she wants to “Crack You Up.” She said she hopes her work pays off at the state science fair event in March when she represents West Jackson Middle School.

“For years I tried hatching chicken eggs only to have a few eggs hatch. I used a still air incubator and followed all the advice and tips I could. I have a very busy life and find it difficult to give the incubation process the time that it deserves,” said Dorsey in the abstract of her project. “You have to devote time to monitor the temperature and humidity. If you are not using an egg turner, you need to turn the eggs at least three times a day.”

As a sixth grader in 2012, she won first place in the 64th Georgia Science and Engineering Fair, adn also received a Broadcom Masters nomination to compete at a national level. She also was presented an Excellence in Research award from the University

of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences.

“Last year’s attempt resulted in a very low hatch rate. I should have known that the still air incubator was not going to produce the results I was looking for. After several weeks trying to figure out what went wrong last year, I came up with the idea for this project.

I started planning to improve the still air incubator, which would give me a better hatch rate,” said Dorsey.

Those who hatch eggs have a dilemma which Dorsey hope her convection incubator design will solve. Her experiment with a convection incubator, although big and bulky at this point, produced the best hatch rate that she has ever obtained.

“My hypothesis was I would get a better hatch rate with my convection incubator than a still air incubator. The experimental results supported by hypothesis, as the hatch rate was over 90 percent,” she said.

To improve the hatch rate, she would design, build and test a convection style incubator, with an

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East Jackson Comprehensive High School announces that Bring Your Own Technology, in which students are allowed to bring one electronic device to school, is now available.

Each student has to fill out an Acceptable Use form and have a parent sign the BYOT agreement as well.

They are allowed to bring one tablet, laptop or phone and are given specific time in the classroom in which they can use their devices.

“Since the students are acquiring access to the school’s network, there is a filter in effect to prevent them from browsing unnecessary websites,” said Angie Chambliss, Instructional Technology Specialist at East Jackson Comprehensive High School.

Chambliss says that so far there have been no problems with getting students connected and she hopes to see more students sign up in the next few weeks. She is excited about BYOT says that with students now having devices in the classroom, it can help offset when the school has technology problems and helps the school system move forward in the 21st century.

BYOT has been in effect at Jackson County Comprehensive High School since the beginning of the school year and so far it has been a very positive thing.

“The only disappointment I’ve had so far is that there aren’t more devices being brought to school.

There are more phones being used than anything, but very few laptops and tablets so far,” said Verdi Hoffman, Instructional Technology Specialist at Jackson County Comprehensive High School.

The only complaint so far in the schools that already have BYOT is that the process of getting each student’s device connected to the

school’s network has been very frustrating. Previously, the Media Resource Center has had to manually type in the network password on each device but within the next week or so, there should be an update that will allow the students to connect automatically as soon as they walk into the building. That will offset a lot of frustration.

“The infrastructure and band strength is great. The network is fast too, surprisingly so. And there has never been a case where a student was dropped,” said Andrea Waldrip, Media Specialist at Jackson County Comprehensive High School.

She says that she too would love to see more laptops and tablets used but thinks since it is the first year of BYOT that parents are hesitant to send their kids to school with such expensive devices. So far, there have not been any cases where a device was stolen or damaged so that will hopefully encourage parents to allow students to bring their devices to school.

“I’m thankful we have BYOT to teach kids to be responsible digitally. Kids these days are surrounded by technology so we can teach them how to be good digital citizens and how to use devices and the Internet to get the best results and the best information out there,” said Waldrip.

BYOT started in the fall of 2013 and has successfully made its way throughout Jackson County.

All the schools in Jackson County

currently have the infrastructure needed except three schools – West Jackson Intermediate School, South Jackson Elementary and West Jackson Primary School. All three schools should be online by the end of February.

“We are actually way ahead of schedule and under budget with BYOT,” said Bob Betz, Director of Information Services and Technology at Jackson County Schools.

Betz says that the new 802.11AC technology is a standard that was just released and has the theoretical band width of up to 1 gigabyte.

This is a major upgrade compared to what the schools have had in the last five years. He hopes this will last for at least 12 to 13 years.

The new server will help deliver a digital learning platform that can handle the traffic of all the students being online and is highly reliable and available at all times.

The capacity for streaming video and sound, usually the two most frustrating aspects about online learning, is tremendous and will allow students and teachers to watch and stream videos without any problem.

“We now have one of the top infrastructures in the state of Georgia,” said Betz.

Students and teachers throughout Jackson County will certainly benefit from such an updated infrastructure as it will encourage the learning experience to move forward.

We are actually way ahead of schedule and under budget with BYOT. We now have one of the top infrastructures in the state.

Bob Betz Director of Information Services and Technology for Jackson County Schools

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Jackson County Community Outreach helps to enrich educational experiences with support TO THE EDITOR AND THE COMMUNITY: On behalf of the members and the external advisory committee of the Jackson County Community Outreach (JCCO), we sincerely appreciate the ongoing support of the Jackson County community for our 2013 community civic activities.

Without the prayers, support and vocal encouragement of all sectors – governmental, faith, business, educational, veteran and civic service groups plus private citizens, our work during the past 15 years would not have been possible and successful.

We were able to award $14,500 to 14 graduates at Honors Day in May 2013, bringing our 15-year total to $116,000 in scholarships.

Of course, these funds were raised primarily from our annual achievement award banquets. We certainly wish to thank those businesses citizens who supported our various other fundraisers, used to support our discretionary operating budget.

Our 15th annual achievement award banquet held Dec. 14, 2013, at the Jefferson Civic Center was well attended with 325 present and was an overwhelming, inspirational success. We are very appreciative to our keynote speaker, the Honorable Michael L. Thurmond, superintendent of the DeKalb County School District, for his inspirational, encouraging and “to the point” message. We all have to agree that Mr. Thurmond has had a great record of public service to the people of Georgia.

Our thanks also go to Mr. Lee Bryan, president of TenCate Geosynthetics, America, who served as honorary banquet chairman, and Gina Roy, who was mistress of ceremonies. We are indebted to Commissioner Bruce Yates, BOC vice chairman, for his welcome message and Mr. Brooks Benton of Jefferson for his great musical renditions. Last but not least we thank the Rev. Julius Mack, pastor of Bush River Baptist Church, for his devotional service.

We are proud and appreciate to all of our achievement award recipients for their service and contributions to our county community; they deserve our accolades.

Our county is a great place to live and it is because of those who give tireless service above and beyond. Our 2013 banquet theme, 15 Years of Continuous Community Service” was designed to call attention to the value and need for volunteer service in Jackson County. The JCCO is thankful and proud of our servant opportunity.

The JCCO organization looks forward to greater service opportunities in 2014 and beyond and we solicit continuous community support of our work. We have gained two new members in 2013 and 2014 and new members and non-member volunteers are welcomed to assist in our objectives. We are blessed to have many longtime, faithful, dedicated members who share the vision.

Our 2014 scholarship award information will be announced and distributed to the high schools and GED centers within the next two

weeks by Mary Dixon, JCCO scholarship committee chairwoman. For further information regarding the JCCO program, contact me at 706-335-3367 or JCCO secretary Anita Brown-Jackson at 706-367-8234.

Again, thanks and may God continue to bless our county and our country.

Jim Scott, president Jackson County Community Outreach

More foster parents are needed in the Jackson County area TO THE EDITOR AND THE COMMUNITY: Why is there a need for foster parents in Jackson County?

• There are more than 870,000 cases of abuse documented each year in the U.S. • More than 1,250 children in the U.S. will die each year as the direct result of identifiable abuse or neglect.

• The majority of child abuse and neglect deaths are children under 5 years old.

• Nine out of ten abusers are the child’s own parents/ guardian.

• One out of four girls and one out of five to seven boys will be sexually assaulted by the age of 18.

• Between 80 percent and 90 percent of our prison population reports being victims of abuse.

From Child Maltreatment 2004, Administration for Children and Families, Washington, DC, and Talking About Touching, Committee for Children, Seattle.

Every child needs a safe home. The word foster means to help someone grow and develop. The Georgia Department of Human Services Division of Family and Children Services is responsible for assuring that children are safe from abuse and neglect. When a decision is made that it is not safe for a child to remain in his or her home, the child is removed and placed in Foster Care.

Foster care is a temporary home for the children while DFCS works with the child’s caregivers to eliminate or minimize the safety issues or finds a permanent safe home for the child.

The benefits of becoming a foster parent are many.

Most Foster Parents will tell you the most important reason is knowing you have made a difference in the life of a child.

In Jackson County, our Foster homes are currently full and unable to accept any more children. Therefore, any new children coming into foster care have to be placed outside the county.

Removing a child from their family has a traumatic effect and when you add to that removing them from their community, school, and friends, the effect is much worse.

Please consider opening your heart and your home to a child in need of a temporary safe place.

For more information, visit the Department of Family and Children’s Services website at dfcs.dhs.georgia. gov/foster-care or call 1-877210-KIDS. Helen King CASA Volunteer

Chamber’s STAR and TOTY reception is Feb. 24 The annual STAR and Teacher of the Year reception sponsored by the Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 24, at the Commerce campus of Lanier Technical College.

The STAR Student and Teacher and Teacher of the

Year reception will spotlight honorees from Commerce City Schools, Jackson County Schools and Jefferson City Schools.

Everyone is welcome but registration is required.

Email mbritt@jacksoncountyga.com for sponsorship information.

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external water source and a means of maintaining a constant temperature and humidity without having to open the incubator door and exposing the eggs.

She enlisted the help of her parents, Tonya and Dennis Dorsey, their financial support; she knew the project would be costly.

“They have always been very supportive of my ‘Chicken Projects.’ I would also like to thank them for the use of the garage for months on end, because I am in desperate need of a laboratory,” said Dorsey. “I would also like to thank Ms. Amy Bell for her constant encouragement. Most of all I would like to thank Mr. Scott Miller, of All-Temp Heating and Air, for his labor intensive work.”

The work began Aug. 29 with a brainstorm of ideas which resulted in locating an old commercial ice machine bin that would work. She experimented with heart sources and settled on a 400-watt 120-volt heating element that is consistent with a heating element in a convection oven. After doing some research online, she found a reptile fogger that would be used in a terrarium could be adapted to control not only the humidity but the heat as well. The hygrotherm has a sensor that controls the heat and the humidity inside the unit. An egg turner was also incorporated into the incubator so the lid would not have to be opened except to place the eggs inside on day one.

A two-day test maintained a temperature of 100 degrees and a humidity of 60 percent so her test began

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with35 fertilized eggs going into the incubator for 21 days.

“I am happy to say that I had a hatch rate of over 90 percent (33 of 35 eggs hatched). I know this is a small sample; however, there was not enough time, and truly it was not the best time of the year to be hatching eggs,” said Dorsey in her report. “I will conduct a more in­depth test during the spring of 2014.” She also hopes to try hatching quail and duck eggs.

The construction of the incubator was approximately a three-month project, and the experiment was an additional 24 days for the experiment.

She plans additional experiments but “I am cautious to hatch too many eggs because I have limited space for housing.”

Once the eggs hatched, they were placed in an appropriate chicken coop located on the Dorsey family land.

“We already have several chickens, and they will be placed with the others. The chickens will be used as egg producers,” said Dorsey. “They will be cared for accordingly, and if at any time medical treatment is needed, Dr. Linda Rentfrow of Braselton Animal Hospital, will administer to their needs.”

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Jefferson punches its ticket to state

soccer SIGNINGS

by latrice williams

lwilliams@clickthepaper.com

For The Paper

Jefferson High School soccer player inked with Emmanuel College on Feb. 7. The Lions are a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics. Top: Athletic director Tim Corbett, Coach Brian Rodgers, Coach Donte Trevino and Chas Lamm. Bottom: Marshall Lamm,head coach Todd Parker, Stephanie Lamm and Michele Lamm.

The Jefferson High School hoops teams stung early and often in its region titles games. The games were held at Rabun County on Jan. 17. The Lady Dragons defeated Rabun County 56-48 after a 38-25 semi-final win over Union County. The boys tamed Greene County 4339 before a 75-41 decision over Union County in the semi-finals Feb. 15.

A consecutive region championship for the boys

has them feeling good about another region title under their belts and will host the No. 4 team out of region six Feb. 22.

Earlier this season, Satchel Turpin said being upset by Kendrick last year in the first round of the state playoffs is something the veterans can’t let happen this year.

That explains why he, along with Tay Taylor, have turned into a scoring prowess for the Dragons.

Taylor had two 20-point games – one against Oconee County and the

other against Parkview.

Jefferson looks to have its full lineup with Carter Cofer and Willie Taylor back in action.

The Lady Dragons will host Feb. 21. Expect Abbie Franklin to lead all scorers. They too will compete against the No. 4 seed in region six. JHS is 19-9 on the season and has just two region losses.

The boys could run into Greater Atlanta Christian which is undefeated as of Feb. 18 and the girls may see powerhouse Wesleyan along the way.

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Jackson County’s Philip Burzo signed with Emmanuel College as well on Feb. 10. The Lions finished the season 10-9 and compete in the Southern States Athletic Conference.

BASEBALL

Experienced JC Panthers have winning mentality

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

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After reaching the playoffs for the first time since 1983w, the Jackson County Comprehensive High School baseball squad can’t wait to mimic its winning season from last year; however, they’ll have to do so without two key players.

Shortstop Chase Dunlap and first baseman Chandler Malecki graduated and are now playing collegiate baseball.

While they are irreplaceable, according to head coach Tommy Fountain, newcomer Patrick Overstreet from Winder-Barrow High School could fill the void at shortstop; Malecki’s spot is still up in the air.

“Cal Tolbert started a number of games at first baseman for us last year and Jacob Banks has had a good number of reps at first baseman this summer and fall so we feel either one of them will do a great job stepping in for Chandler,” Fountain stated.

An 8-AAAAA First Team All-Region performer a year ago, Fountain says he believes Overstreet is capable of handling what some believe to be the most dynamic defensive role in the sport. Overstreet produced nine homeruns in his last two seasons with the Bulldoggs.

“You can’t replace Chase’s glove at shortstop but we feel like Patrick brings something to the table that Chase didn’t. His arm is a little stronger arm and offensively he hits with more power,” said Fountain. “While we lose a little range at shortstop and one of the best defensive gloves around, we add some more pop to the middle of the lineup.”

Jackson County returns 15 players that have experience as a starter. The Panthers also added Ty Smith from East Jackson, yet Foun-

“We’ve just got to continue the steady improvement and do it again this season.

I think we made a great step last year, getting a taste of the playoffs against a team like Ringgold. Once you get that taste in your mouth, it gives you a little confidence and makes you want to work to win that much more.”

Head coach Tommy Fountain Jackson County Comprehensive High tain said it’s the quality of play, not the quantity of the guys on the team, that will determine how far they go.

“Ultimately, we’re only going to be as good as our guys on the mound. It will all start with our two starters (who are lefties) Coleman Barbee and Jeremy Cook, and our right handed starter, Jase Latty. The other guy we’re going to need to step up for us on the mound is our closer, Casey Dunfee,” said Fountain.

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Doug Chellew The Paper

From left to right: Carter Cofer and Dralynn Vaughn in action against region opponents.

LADY HAWKS EXPECT TO GET PAST FINAL 4 by latrice williams

lwilliams@clickthepaper.com

An 18-game win streak and a season that ended in the Final Four has the Mill Creek High School girls’ lacrosse team feeling confident as they enter the 2014 season.

Junior Maddie Beck said the 19-2 record can be credited to head coach Brian Williamson for the way he coached the team to every victory.

“Being in the Final Four last year has raised our confidence to know we need to be there this year and beyond. Our win streak was granted by our strength and power from our team on the field but also our preparation and mind set off the field,” said Beck.

“Coach Williamson does an excellent job preparing us for each game individually and telling us to pursue one game at a time.

Confidence is big for our team. We all have the ability but when we pursue our ability, we seem to come together and win games,” said Beck.

While the Hawks lost midfielder Tori Windom, who was a scoring expert with a team high 56 on the season, Beck says she likes the lineup of incoming varsity players and says the returning starters will make them powerful. Beck helped anchor the scoring attack with 48 goals last year.

“We have a very strong lineup coming

back this year and have the strongest midline we’ve ever had which consists of Abigail Fitler, Rachel Gann, Emily Hallberg and myself; Maddie Peek will return to our attack line,” said Beck.

What better way to open the season than with the state runner-up in Lassiter High School?

The Lady Trojans lost 10-7 in a game that prevented Milton from its usual high scoring attack, proving that the defenseminded team will be a tall order for the Lady Hawks, yet Beck doesn’t shy away from the test.

“We’re really excited for the game but know the challenge we’re going to be facing,” Beck said.

“We’re really excited for the game but know the challenge we’re going to be facing,” Beck said.

After defeating Spain Park from Alabama and JL Mann out of South Carolina, the Hawks are confident about their outof-state schedule. While they’ll only have home field advantage four times during the regular season, Beck said strength of schedule is of utmost importance.

“We want to play teams out of our region to learn more and grow through the competition. We’re traveling Florida and Tennessee and all over Georgia,” Beck said.

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

Fans will be allowed to camp out. For more information, including other ticket pricing and start times, call Road Atlanta at 1-800-849-RACE.

Ben McDaniel will enter into his third season running the Parent and Tot soccer program which will kick-off April 8. The program will run six weeks, meeting two times a week. The youngsters will become familiar with the sport with childhood games such as duck, duck goose. There will be an emphasis on kicking, running and throwing.

Registration runs until March 28. The cost is $50 for residents living within the city. For more information, email McDaniel at bmcdaniel@jeffersonrec.com.

The Reunion Men’s Golf Association will host its next event Feb. 23 and is set to start at 9 a.m. There is a $25 entry fee for the Two-Man no scotch; non-members will be charged a $39 green fee while Reunion members can enjoy a price of $16. Prizes will be determined by the number of players in the field. For more information, including rules of the event and other fees, call 770-967-8300. The Jackson County Parks and Recreation adult hoops league will have five games Feb. 23. The Knight Hawks vs. Militia will kick off at 1 p.m. Pro Pain vs. Deep Threat will play at 2 p.m., Tropic Thunder vs. Alley Oops will play at 3 p.m.

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Athletes reflect; look forward to collegiate football

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

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The Jefferson High School football team averaged 42 points per game last season and did so with the help of a few big men up front, including Jordan Tyler. Head coach Ben Hall said being 6-foot-3 and adding on a few pounds certainly helped the offensive lineman achieve his goals of playing Division-IA football.

Tyler inked with the Air Force Academy, located in Colorado Springs, Colo. The state is known for its high elevation but that didn’t faze him from wanting to become a Falcon.

“It’s the second highest stadium in the nation. As I was walking up the steps, I got a little winded,” Tyler joked. “I like the coaches, the campus and I feel like that’s where the Lord was leading me to go.”

A member of the Mountain West Conference, the Falcons will have their work cut out for them with rivals Army and Navy but Tyler has circled other games on the schedule that he is looking forward to.

“I can’t wait to play at Boise State on their blue turf and we’ll play Hawaii every two years so that will be a neat exTyler perience,” said Tyler.

Tyler has had quite a few jaw-dropping moments in his career at Jefferson and some of those experiences will serve as reminders for Tyler to continue to fight through tough ball games.

“The win over Fitzgerald in 2012 was the most memorable moment for me. First off, watching Tristen Jackson get over the goal line in the third overtime period was phenomenal,” said Tyler. “We fought so hard in the Fitzgerald game but, most of all, I’ll remember the state championship. That was the greatest feeling of my life.”

Donnie Hatfield, who has been a starter at tight end, didn’t get to end his season the way he planned. After tearing his ACL, Hatfield was sidelined for the rest of the season, but the preseason All-State selection by Georgia High School Football Daily already caught the eyes of recruiters.

“I’ve been to Shorter University and Point University. I still have other schools that are emailing me and texting. I’ll make my decision based on which schools feel like home,” said Hatfield.

Hatfield was very humbled that his injury did not derail his chances of playing football at the next level and gave all the credit to God. “Even with my injury, God has helped me get through this. In a few months, I’ll Hatfield be able play football again. I’m in the gym three to four times a week but I’m about a month ahead of schedule in terms of the rehab process,” said Hatfield.

It’s still uncertain whether or not he will tote the football in college; Hatfield said getting back on the gridiron is his main goal and is open to playing on the other side of the ball.

“I’ve been told by some schools that I’m too short to play tight end but they’d have a spot for me at linebacker,” said Hatfield. “I actually played defense a little bit last year and played defense my sophomore year.”

Jackson, who committed to North Greenville University, put his name in the record book at Jefferson with the most touchdowns at 47. He finished the 2013 season with 1,013 all-purpose yards and 16 touchdowns.

“I chose North Greenville because it’s not too far away from home. I want to see different things,” said Jackson.

“There’s a good view of the mountains and they have a famJackson ily like atmosphere there.”

For Jackson, fighting through adversity was the icing on the cake to cap off his time as a Dragon.

“Our guys showed a lot of heart in the game against Heard County this past season; that game showed what Jefferson football is all about,” said Jackson.

“We had a lot of different situations in that game and we didn’t even know if Evan was going to play; he came in the last four minutes of the game. We were confident in TJ Skelton and when we moved him back to wide receiver, we knew everything would work out,” said Jackson.

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From left to right: Xavier Harper, Layson Giles and Evan Breakspear.

BY KYLE FUNDERBURK

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“Other colleges offered a lot and told me I could put up a lot of yards but they weren’t offering a good curriculum to help further my education; football isn’t going to be forever.”

The Panthers gathered into the media center at Jackson County Comprehensive High School Feb. 5 to celebrate National Signing Day with three of its own.

Xavier Harper finished his career at Jackson County as the school’s time leader in yards, catches and touchdowns.

He, alongside Layson Giles and Evan Breakspear, helped the team break a 20-year play- Layson Giles off drought and made its way first in passing yards and first in first to the playoffs two consecutive downs. seasons.

Although he’ll be joining an elite ofAs a Kennesaw State commit, Harper will begin collegiate play in fense, Giles stressed the importance 2015 and said being part of the of- of his education, knowing that football is temporary. fense was key.

“Other colleges offered a lot and The Owls will open the season against East Tennessee State and will told me I could put up a lot of yards compete in the Big South Conference but they weren’t offering a good against teams such as Coastal Caro- curriculum to help further my education; football isn’t going to be forlina and Radford.

“I like Kennesaw’s campus and ever,” Giles said.

Linebacker Evan Breakspear everything they have to offer,” said Harper. They are going to involve me signed with Berry College. Berry in their offense; being able to come is the largest campus in the world, to campus and play right away was a boasting 26,000 acres.

Located in Mount Berry, Ga., huge factor.”

Harper put together one of his best the Vikings open the season Sept. 6 games last season in the regular sea- against Maryville and Breakspear son finale against Morgan County has high hopes to get on the field that where he caught seven passes for 193 day.

“I love the facilities, I love the yards.

Layson Giles, who became another coaches and I have a chance to start one of quarterback Jacob Lewis’s fa- my freshman year,” said Breakspear.

A tackling specialist, Breakspear vorite targets, signed with Division-11 will join an elite defense that made Tusculum College.

The Pioneers finished third in the a lot of noise in the Southern Athletic South Atlantic Conference in points, Association.

Mill Creek signs six at Taco Mac’s Signing Day event

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Mill Creek High School running back Devozea Felton, who finished the season with 996 all-purpose yards and 10 touchdowns, will take his talent to Tuskegee University.

“I accomplished everything I wanted to do at Mill Creek. I had to split the ball between three people and I was still able to put up good numbers,” said Felton.

TU is the only university in the nation named as a National Historic Landmark due to its rich AfricanAmerican history. The Golden Tigers finished the season 8-3 with its season ending in the first round of the Division II playoffs.

“I chose TU because I had a blast on my official visit. The coaches and the players are great,” Felton said.

Leading the charge for Felton’s running game was center Kyle Stepherson, who signed with Point University. Stepherson finished his career with 30 pancakes and said playing tough as nails is what earned him the scholarship.

“One of the first things colleges said to me is how mean I look and how mean our whole offensive line

looks; that really speaks to how we play. We are there to mash people and that’s what we do the best,” said Stepherson.

“I had a lot offers from a lot of Division III schools and a couple offers from schools up North but I chose Point because I’m able to utilize my hope scholarship by staying in state and it seems like the best fit for me.

I really liked the coaches there and I really liked the family vibe; that’s what I need,” said Stepherson.

Setting the school record for deflected passes at 19 certainly got Keanu James attention from recruiters. The East Tennessee State commit said he looks forward to playing against -- and beating -- his teammates Ben Otiwu and Andrew Sciara in the 2015 season opener. However, Sciara joked saying he will keep tally of the tackles for bragging rights.

“I’m more concerned about the win,” said James. “However, it will be great to see them again.”

“Of course, there will be a little competition,” joked Sciara.

“I like East Tennessee State because they have a great campus and there’s a family-like atmosphere there. I couldn’t resist it,” said James.

Like James, Otiwu and Sciara

will also start college play in 2015. The Owls of Kennesaw State are a Division IA team that will play in the Big South Conference.

The main attraction for Sciara was the facilities, which quickly caught his eye.

“The facilities are top of the line. They didn’t do it with the purpose of rebuilding,” said Sciara.

Sciara, who finished the season with 66 tackles and two touchdowns, said staying close to home was of utmost importance.

Latrice Williams The Paper “Proximity to home was From left to right: Head coach Shannon Jarvis, Andrew Sciara, Ben Otiwu, Dea big deal for me so my family can see me play,” vozea Felton, Kyle Stepherson, Keanu James and Michael Leonard. said Sciara.

Otiwu, who led the team 2012 regular season.

“I had a natural chemistry with the with six sacks, said one of the biggest “Being able to dominate them the coaches and the players. The camreasons why he chose the Owls was second time around was great,” said pus is beautiful and their defense is to continue playing alongside Sciara. Otiwu. the same type we run,” said Leonard.

“It definitely factored in espeMichael Leonard rounded out Leonard likes the idea of a potencially since I was stuck between a the day by signing with Jacksonville tial upset over Michigan State, a team couple of other schools,” said Otiwu. State. He led the team in tackles last they open the season with this year.

Otiwu said the playoff game season with 76 and also finished with “It gives you a chance to experiagainst Brookwood will go down as five sacks, two forced fumbles, one ence something new and to do it playhis favorite as it served a revenge fumble return and one interception. ing a big school,” said Leonard. game from a 20-10 loss during the

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“He was unhittable last season but struggled some with control. He’s shown, so far this spring, the ability to throw more strikes. If he can throw strikes consistently, he’ll be a guy we can turn to multiple times in a week to close out games for us.”

JCCHS took their nonregion schedule up a notch to prepare for a hefty region slate that includes Morgan County, Oconee and North Oconee; North Oconee was the only team in the region to sweep the Panthers last sea-

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“From a projection standpoint, I think the non-region double header at Eastside and the game at Pike County will give us a good indication as to where we are as a program.

Those are two of the top teams in AAA and AAAA across the entire state,” said Fountain.

After posting two 16-win seasons, Fountain says he believes the Panthers expect to win and hope they carry that mentality and momentum from last year.

“We always talk about

building on the previous experience and season and always looking to improve. We’ve done that as a program for the last five or six seasons,” said Fountain.

“We’ve just got to continue the steady improvement and do it again this season. I think we made a great step last year, getting a taste of the playoffs against a team like Ringgold.

Once you get that taste in your mouth, it gives you a little confidence and makes you want to work to win that much more,” Fountain said.

“Our coach purposely made our schedule the hardest he could by calling up the top 15 teams in each southern state and tried fitting each one into our schedule. Personally I think it’s the best idea if we want to see this program grow.”

Beck, who is verbally committed to play lacrosse at the University of Louisville, said competing in the Under Armour All-American game last year in Maryland was when she truly realized her potential

asalacrosseplayerandincreasedherdesiretobring more intensity to the Lady Hawks squad.

“AlltheteamsweplayedwerefromupNorthand there wasn’t one ‘bad’ player from any team. Each game was so intense and it has raised my intensity level. Also, in attending the Louisville Lacrosse camp, the team showed and inspired us that no matter how good of a player you think you are, you can always be better,” said Beck.

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Foliage Festival seeking vendors

Registration is Feb. 25

Spring registration is here for Brenau University Learning & Leisure Institute (BULLI) for the Braselton schedule as well as classes offered in Gainesville.

And the opportunities aren’t only in the classroom. BULLI began 20 years ago when a group of Hall County residents gathered in the Wilson Room of the John W. Jacobs building to talk about the idea of a lifelong learning program at Brenau.

The group included local visionaries and business leaders, lifelong Gainesville residents and individuals who were new to the area.

Some of the attendees had visited lifelong learning programs in other places. Others had attended Elderhostel programs throughout the country and had experienced firsthand the benefi ts of lifelong learning. All of them, however, were dedicated to the idea of creating a unique opportunity for learning on the Brenau University campus.

From their dedication, BULLI was born. As BULLI begins its 20th year, you are invited to become a part of the BULLI family. So what is BULLI? BULLI is knowledge and education, fun and excitement, companionship and a sense of belonging, friendship, travel opportunities and health benefits.

BULLI also has special interest groups, which make the lifelong learning experience richer. BULLI members can choose from: BULLI Hiking Club – Members hike throughout northeast Georgia.

Each hike is graded for its difficulty and most outings end up with the hikers enjoying lunch together. To join the group, call Polly Elliott at 770-8675997.

In the 1990s, BULLI offered a class on the Appalachian Trail. Two of the instructors for that course were hikers. They extolled the beauty of hiking along forest trails, viewing waterfalls and observing the flora and fauna of the area. A number of the students in that class were intrigued, and wanted to go on a hike. From that long-ago class, the BULLI Hiking group was born.

Polly Elliott took on the enormous task of organizing the hikers, helping to select trails, planning places to eat lunch and getting grown and approximately 60 members now are involved in getting out and getting healthy.

The hikers meet on the second and fourth Fridays of the month. They often meet in the BULLI parking lot at 8:30, heading out for points around the northeast Georgia. Hikes range in difficulty from easy hikes in the botanical gardens in Athens to more rigorous hikes on mountain or lake trails. Not everyone goes on every hike. Some prefer the easier hikes, while others can’t wait for a more challenging opportunity. Regardless of the difficulty, what you find in the hiking group is easy camaraderie, laughter and friendship. They encourage and support each other on the trail and off.

Polly Elliott can tell you how the BULLI hiking club quite literally saved her life.

BULLI Bards – The Bards is a poetry group that meets regularly to read poetry submitted by group members and to hone their poetry skills. If you are interested, call Bill Early at 678450-2867.

Dinner Together – Would you like to enjoy dinner, dutch treat, in the company of other members? This dining out group meets on the third Thursday of each month at various restaurants in the area. Members sign up to serve as host/hostess for the month of their choice.

Offerings for springtime Registration for Braselton BULLI is at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 25, in the Police and Municipal Court Building, and you can learn about the special lineup of offerings that will get you into the spring mood.

Consider “How Does Your Garden Grow” being offered from 10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. on Wednesdays with BULLI member Peg Sheffield facilitating this class.

Does spring weather make you want to get your hands dirty in the garden?

Do you admire container gardens and wish you knew how to make one look that good? Would you grow herbs if you knew how to use them? This course will be taught by several area Master Gardeners who will share their knowledge on a variety of gardening topics.

Learn the basics of gardening from the ground up with Hall County Master

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Jefferson City Arborist Susan Russell checks the ties securing some of the native. flowering, shade and ornamental trees and delivered to last year’s Foliage Festival. Tree planting is encouraged.

The Jefferson Heritage Tree Council is currently taking orders for one- to three-gallon trees, which can be delivered for pickup at Foliage Fest 2014.

This year’s Tree Sale Order Form includes a wide variety of ornamental and flowering trees, shade trees, native trees and fruit trees. Prices range from $6 to $20, depending on size and variety.

Orders will be accepted through Friday, March 7, and must be pre-paid by that date.

To receive a tree sale order form by e-mail or for additional information, contact Jefferson City Arborist Susan Russell at 706-201-7893, or contact

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The Jackson County 4-H Robotics team applied for funding with the Jackson EMC Foundation last November. They were approved for the funding and received a check for $6,000. These funds will be used to buy tangible items to meet the team’s goals.

This is the team’s third year in existence. The Robotics team offers many things to the youth such as learning additional social skills, team building, how to run a business, graphic design techniques and how to build a robot. They will also use their robot to compete against other high school teams in a worldwide competition.

The Jackson County 4-H Robotics Team is very excited and appreciative of the generous funding from the Jackson EMC Foundation.

Barrow County’s 4-H Robotics Team also received a $6,000 Round Up grant to further its program.

the tree council at jeffersonfoliagefest@gmail. com. You can download an order form online at www.jeffersontreecouncil.org.

Order Forms and payment may be dropped off at the City of Jefferson Water Department, or mailed to the attention of JHTC, c/o City of Jefferson, 147 Athens St., Jefferson, GA 30549.

Checks should be made payable to the Jefferson Heritage Tree Council.

Trees may be picked up at Foliage Fest 2014, on March 15 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The pickup location is at City Park, Old Swimming Pool Road, Jefferson.

Jefferson Heritage Free Council taking orders for pickup at the March 15 event The Jefferson Heritage Tree Council (JHTC) is still accepting applications for vendors to exhibit at the fourth annual Foliage Fest Tree Fair and Music Festival on Saturday, March 15.

Foliage Fest will be held at City Park in Jefferson on Old Swimming Pool Road.

JHTC is calling all growers and vendors who produce live goods, trees, shrubbery, produce, nature, garden or “green-related” arts, crafts, and hand-made products.

Additionally, businesses that provide tree or landscape services are encouraged to participate.

All arts and crafts must be environment-related and must be handmade by the vendor.

Download an application at www.jeffersontreecouncil.org or send questions to jeffersonfoliagefest@gmail.com. For additional information, send an email to jeffersonfoliagefest@gmail.com, or call Mary Dugan at 706-367-4362 for a vendor application or for any additional information.

“Trees purchased and planted in Jefferson benefit all of us because the tree canopy resulting from locally planted trees improves our air quality, moderates temperature extremes, prevents soil erosion and storm water damage, reduces our energy use, provides wildlife habitat, and contributes to our overall quality of living,” said City Arborist Susan Russell.

Jackson EMC Foundation supports 4-H in Barrow & Jackson with Round Up grants

The Jackson County 4-H Robotics Team with Scott Martin of Jackson EMC.

Barrow’s RoboClovers are rookie competitors in the FIRST contest

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Barrow Robotics Team 5132 is a rookie team that is participating in the FIRST Robotics Competition of 2014. Team 5132, better known as the RoboClovers, was in week

four of a six-week build season in early February on a robot that will participate in a competition against teams from all across the state.

The competition this year is called Aerial Assist, utilizing teamwork to pass a 2 foot in diameter exercise ball from one robot to

Luke Black and Gustavo Arce work on the electric board for the Barrow team’s robot.

another and toss it into a goal. The setup is three robots working together against three other robots, who are also working together.

But before the teams can contest their skills, they must first construct a successful robot.

Building a robot is not as simple as one might imagine. It takes a business team, a construction team and a programming team to make the robot a reality.

The RoboClovers may be a rookie team, but that will not hinder them from trying their best and rising to the challenge. The team as a whole consists of 16 high school students, working together for at least five hours a day, five days a week. The business team consists of writing letters to potential corporate sponsors, creating an informative website, and managing the finances of the team.

The most important aspect of the team is construction, which comprises mechanics that cut, sand and bolt their way to victory. It also involves electricians to install and wire electric motors, transmitters, and other similar things on the robot.

The programmers have the second most important job, and that is to write basic coding for the robot and operate it during the

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Braselton Woman’s Club hosts local gallery artists

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passions, pastimes, and more.

Lynn Paige was the first artist to introduce herself and her work. She has traveled all over the world and has seen a lot – everything from beauty to heartbreak.

The oil painting that was showcased was of a tiny Chinese baby girl that she saw years ago on a mission trip.

“I enjoy painting pictures that tell stories. I went on a mission trip to China and vividly remember interacting with hundreds of abandoned baby girls in an orphanage.

Most of them were unresponsive, but there was one that stuck out in my mind. She was so sweet and I’ll never forget her. I decided to paint this picture of her to remember her face forever,” said Paige.

John Dionne, a Human Resources Manager at Braselton’s Carter’s Distribution Center, was present with his famous wood designs. Dionne creates unique handcrafted boxes that are useful around the home. He has had a passion for this since he was 8 years old.

Terry Short, a retired police officer and Marine, presented his Americana Folk Art. His love for history and

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On Feb. 5, members of the Braselton Woman’s Club had one of their monthly meetings like usual, but this one was a bit different due to some welcome visitors.

Local artists from the Braselton Gallery attended the meeting to showcase some of their beautiful and unique pieces that were for sale. The introductions were also a way to let the Woman’s Club know about upcoming events at the gallery such as the Valentine’s open house held Feb. 8.

Jan Schank began the meeting with a heartfelt devotion followed by the introduction of Deborah Swantek, the owner of the Braselton Gallery. She is very proud of the artists that make the gallery possible and was eager to introduce each one of them to the Braselton Woman’s Club.

“I studied fine arts in college and decided to take that passion and eventually apply it to my career. I opened the Braselton Gallery because of my passion for art and I couldn’t be happier,” said Swantek. She briefly introduced each artist and let them describe their work,

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Continued from 3B Gardener Dave Rusk as participants explore the factors that help and hinder the growth of plants. (March 26) Do you know which perennials are the sturdiest and easiest to grow while offering a variety of colors, forms and textures? Find out from Hall County Master Gardener Elaine Kelley, owner of The Potting Shed Nursery in Flowery Branch, who will also include an open garden forum to answer questions.

(April 2) Dave Rusk returns to teach the basics of making compost and he will explain the different types and uses of compost and mulch. (April 9) Color can have more impact on your landscape than any other design element. Lyn Rooks, owner of Fern Gully Landscapes in Hoschton, will show how to choose and care for our seasonal

Continued from 3B competition. The team is also pressed for time. Each team is given approximately a six-week period, during which they will construct and program their robot.

When that time is up, they must lay down their tools, pack the robot into a crate and ship it to the World

his time in the marine corps striked his interest in American flags, so a simple hobby turned into a passion – he showcased some beautiful American flag paintings.

Lisa Doster is the owner of Art for Paws. She is passionate about animal rescue, so she started drawing real-life pictures of dogs. She does any breed and her pictures look so realistic that it’s difficult to see that someone actually drew it – it could pass for a digital photo!

Jackie White is a jane of all trades when it comes to art. She is a writer, jewelry maker and gardener to name a few. One of her unique pieces of art is a hand-pressed leaf or flower print in clay. Her eighth book came out this year, which is “Using and Growing Herbs.”

White is also working on a book with Doster about animal rescue.

Lisa Dempsey is a unique clay artist who puts her pieces into a “reduction chamber” that gives them an interesting look – no two pieces are alike. She also creates unique pieces with horses hair which would make for a great gift idea for a horse lover.

color. (April 16) Jackson County Master Gardener Cheryle Maddox and Debbie Caudle of Herbs by Deb will present Superb Herbs. They will bring a variety of herbs and teach how to propagate, grow and use them. (April 23) Learn how to select the right plants and appropriate containers as Hall County Master Gardener Sarah Galshack demonstrates the proper way to create successful, long-lasting container gardens. (April 30) Other classes you can learn more about and register for during the Tuesday registration program include: Introduction to Calligraphy taught by Mamie Velez; Guns: Gun Use for Novice Shooters with Braselton Assistant Police Chief Lou Solis as instructor; and Southern Folks Pottery: History and Art with BULLI member Judee McMurdo facilitating this course. Chris Brooks, director of the Folk Pottery Museum, David Meaders, Roger Corn and Mike

Congress Center in Atlanta, where the competition will be held. They are not allowed to make any major modifications after that. There have been a few delays due to inclement weather, but the team is working around the clock to complete their objective.

The RoboClovers are comprised of young and bright students with a heart for the community. Before the

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Members of the Braselton Woman’s Club visited with the group of artists from Braselton Gallery. A variety of the artwork –from pottery and Americana folk art to acrylic paintings, below, were displayed. See more scenes at ClickThePaper.com Jen Dick owns Jewels by Jen and offers a wide variety of gorgeous and unique pieces. She makes crochet jewelry and items with the handles of silverware.

“There are so many fun things to make with silverware. I even made a squid out of a fork. I also make pendants and windchimes which have been a huge hit so far,” said Dick.

Joyce Royer is a folk artist who enjoys putting her creative ideas onto canvases.

She paints a wide variety of things such as landscapes and general scenery.

CC is a banker by day and an artist in her free time. She is the owner of Serendipi-Tea Art of Interpretation where she offers her clients photography, artwork and writing.

“I just recently added tote bags and notecards with my photos. I am always moving and expanding my art and want to create functional pieces that people can use,” said CC. Sarina Roth isowner and photographer from Never The Rock Photography. She says she believes that photography is the perfect career for her because she is always a student – there is al-

Craven are among the presenters.A field trip to the Folk Pottery Museum of Northeast Georgia is planned.

Beginning Bridge will be taught by Dale Hoberg and elementary Mah Jongg will be taught by Irene Chernack.

Great Decisions is a program being facilitated by BULLI member Allan Slovin. Since 1954 the Great Decisions program has been used to encourage discussion and debate of the important global challenges of our time. Video and written materials provided by the Foreign Policy Association wil be used for discussion and reaching informed opinions about this year’s topics. The 2014 topics are: defense technology, Israel and the United States, Turkey’s challenges, Islamic awakening, energy independence, food and climate, China’s foreign policy. U. S. trade policy.

You can learn more about BULLI and what is being offered in Braselton and in Gainesville by visiting www.brenau. edu/lifetimestudy

building season, they participated in cleaning up a local nature trail, which was well received by the community.

The business portion of the team did substantial work on grant proposals to organizations such as Siemens Inc. , NASA, Jackson EMC Foundation, and Elite Storage Solutions Team 5132 is an impressive group of students. Their morale to finish the robot is remarkable, and the collaboration between the construction and business aspects of the team is astounding. Being part of a robotics team, many of them sacrifice their hours of free time to be part of

something much larger than their daily lifestyles.

The RoboClovers are an example of the people who will develop our future. Barrow Robotics is a joint venture of the Barrow County 4-H Office and the Barrow County School System.

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Holly Fields makes “modern vintage romantic” jewelry that ranges from broaches to earrings to necklaces. Not only does she spend precious time on the jewelry, but she makes shadow boxes from scratch to hold the pieces. It’s a special touch that she puts on her work. Everything is customizeable as well.

Sheila Huey creates beautiful amulet bags, jewelry, silver, beaded pieces, medical awareness jewelry and more. She is especially pas-

sionate about the medical awareness jewelry because she was recently diagnosed with something. She believes it is a great way to feel empowered and love your body no matter what medical situation it is in.

Lastly, Martha Moore, a retired art teacher showcased her pottery. She creates functional pottery that people can use on a day-today basis like mugs, bowls, plates, and more.

The Braselton Woman’s Club is dedicated to enhancing the development and growth of the community, so introducing the local artists from the Braselton Gallery is a great example of that. The meeting allowed members of the Woman’s Club to mix and mingle with local artists and see what they had to offer.

Next meeting will feature artist Pat Appling The Braselton Woman’s Club’s next meeting will be held at noon on March 5 at the Country Inn & Suites at 925 Highway 124 in Braselton.

The Braselton Woman’s Club is a diverse and supportive group of woman who unite in fellowship to serve their community by providing education and civic responsibility.

Our guest speaker will be Pat Appling, artist and teacher.

She has been teaching art since 1998, and has taught all across the United States as well as Europe.

In addition to teaching she lectures at Art Guilds and does live demonstrations for various organizations. She has appeared on QVC twice as well as local Television.

She teaches several methods from wet-on-wet oil techniques to graisille, acrylic and glazing techniques.

Everyone is invited to attend and light refreshments will be served. For more information, call Jo Longo at 706-6549266 or look at the club’s facebook page wwwfacebook.com/ pages/Braselton Woman’s Club.

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Community Happenings Special Braselton Library storytime. On Friday, Feb. 21, storytime will feature members of the West Jackson Fire Department reading a story at 11:30 a.m. and sharing information about what firefighters do.

The Tea Party of Northeast Georgia. The organization will meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 25, at the Holiday Inn Express at Banks Crossing in Commerce. Dalton mayor David Pennington, who has announced he will challenge Gov. Nathan Deal in the Republican Primary, will be the guest speaker. Everyone is invited to attend. Call 706-654-8292.

Mardi Gras Tableau and Ball. The Krewe of Knights announces its Mardi Gras Tableau and Ball -- the “Good Times Roll Again” -- set for March 1 at the Winder Community Center. The adults only event is traditional Mardi Gras Ball replete with revelers, tableau, dancing, Cajun music and cuisine. After 5 Sunday dress, gowns or costumes for ladies and coat and tie, tuxedo or costumes for men. For ticket information or corporate table details, contact Shelia at OMyShelia@aol.com or 770-962-0520 or Lynn at lynn567@gmail.com or 404226-6225.

Spring Yard Sale. In front of Kristi’s Country Store and Café plus the entire Brassie Lane businesses, a spring yard sale will be held on March 8. The effort will also include collection of bags of dog food to help a good customer, Betty, who gives the food to people who cannot afford to keep their pets.

She is also a strong supporter of Angels Among Us Pet Rescue so we will be collecting donations for them. Call 706824-9917 for details.

Low cost, spay/neuter coming to your area.

Leftover Pets offers low cost spay/neuter surgeries at the clinic located at 610

Barrow Park Drive in Winder. February clinic days are Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays. Prices are $85 for a female dog over 25 pounds, $65 for a female dog up to 25 pounds, $55 for a male dog, $55 for a female cat, $35 for a male cat. $5 discount for any surgery patient no older than 5 months (as determined by Leftover Pets veterinarian).

All surgery prices include a free rabies vaccination. We do not add fees for in heat or pregnant animals. Financial assistance is available for any low income Barrow County resident. For more information on clinic services, please visit http://www.leftoverpets.org. Appointments are REQUIRED and must be made by calling 800-978-5226.

Skelton booksigning. Author Dr. C.B. Skelton will hold a book-signing event from 1-4 p.m. on March 1 at the Corner Bookstore in Winder. Skelton, a resident of Winder, will be available to sign copies of his book, Rhyme for All Seasons: Many Holidays and Special Occasions, a treasury for poetry lovers but especially for religious or secular speakers on or near a holiday. Set in chronological order according to seasons, there is a special section for occasions with no seasonal relationship. Rhymes for All Seasons includes at least one poem related to most major holidays and some whimsical ones, like “Spunky Old Broad’s Day.” Several rhymes give a history of the celebration. The author seeks to inject humor into occasions that are not so serious as to disallow it. Contrary to much poetry, Rhymes for All Seasons is written to be understood. Whereas the author seeks for words that are pleasing to the ear and thought provoking, he is willing to sacrifice some of the ethereal sounds for clarity of meaning.

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

Thursday Paint Party taught by Masterpiece Mixers on March 6 from 7-9 p.m. Call the museum at 706-367-5307 to reserve your canvas and get more information or visit www.mainstreetjefferson.com.

Folk to Fine Art Festival & Expo. The Commerce Civic Center is the location for the third annual art show set for March 7-9 featuring more than 60 artists.

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

Experience an evening of elegance and fun while supporting the mission of The Tree House at the nonprofit’s largest fundraiser of the year. The Tree House serves Barrow, Banks, and Jackson County by reducing the occurrence and impact of child abuse through counseling, educating, supporting and nurturing children and families. In 2013, The Tree House provided more than 4,385 advocacy and crisis counseling services to approximately 372 child victims of physical and sexual abuse.

More than 2,150 parent education and support services were extended to over 257 children and families. Sponsorships are available at $1,000, $500, $250 and $100. Tickets are $35. Contact The Tree House at 770-868-1900 for more information.

Library porch book sale. The Braselton Library porch sale, a four-day annual fundraiser for Friends of the BraseltonWest Jackson Library, will be from 1-5 p.m. on Wednesday, April 23, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 24, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, April 25, and from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 26. There will be many more books at great prices –$6 for a bag full of books or $11 for a box piled high. Come and see for yourself - AFTERWORDS store is open during library hours.

Teams sought for ‘Tug of Love’ –Leadership Jackson fundraiser for Wellspring Camp on April 26 Leadership Jackson 2014 is looking for teams for our “Tug of Love” event on April 26. This event is to benefit Wellspring Camp. Each team is made up of five people and the entry fee is $250.

This fee can be provided by a team sponsor.

If you are interested in competing against a business, government entity, school or group of friends, contact someone in the Leadership Jackson Class of 2014.

Contact information for each class member is listed under the description of our Facebook page.

The actual fundraiser event will be held on Saturday, April 26, at Crows Lake.

Leadership Jackson is now accepting team registrations, $250 for a team of five ($50 per person). Upon registering, participants will receive advertising on all printed materials, including T-shirts, beach towels and announcements on the event day. The event also offers a $100 level for those who wish to donate but not participate.

By donating $100, one will receive advertisement on the previously mentioned items as well as two entry tickets to the event.

Any group, business or organization can make up a team.

Leadership Jackson would love to see the Jackson County high schools get involved and possibly compete against each other, said Carroll. They also would like for other organizations like

Jim Hix, District 1 Jackson County Commissioner Ross Kesterson of Restore Pros Chris Lane with Southern Power Company Jackson County Sheriff Janis Mangum Flint McCullough with Georgia Power Terri Parker with Gwinnett Tech Amie Pirkle, Jefferson Fithe police departments and the fire departments compete against each other or a group of doctors vs. lawyers.

Leadership Jackson is in need of donations of T-shirts, beach towels, printed materials, sodas, food and heavy gloves.

For more information about Leadership Jackson or the “Tug of Love” event, visit www.jacksoncountyga. com/Leadership-JacksonCounty or call 706-387-0300.

Leadership Jackson Class of 2014: David Boring, Operations Manager at Woodtec Millwork Ralph Brooks with Edward Jones Investments Paul Brown with Jackson County Habitat for Humanity Leigh Carroll with the Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce Laura Cobb with Northridge Medical Center Judy Davis with the Jackson County Water & Sewerage Authority Mike Faulkner with Legacy Landscape Management Wayne Garrison with Community Bank & Trust

nance Director Logan Propes, Jackson County Finance Director Nancy Rhodes of Adornare Hair Salon Sarina Roth of Never the Rick Photography Katie Rowell of Express Employment Professionals Russell Stafford of Southeast Toyota Distributors James Wascher, Commerce Finance Director

Love your library: Valentine hearts are still on sale Due to the recent snow, Friends of the BraseltonWest Jackson Library has extended the opportunity to purchase Valentine hearts to show your support for the Braselton Library. Valentine hearts will now be on sale through Saturday, March 1, and can be purchased at AFTERWORDS Store, inside of the library, for $2 each.

Write on them, draw on them or color them and then post them inside the library for all to see. All proceeds from the sale of Valentine hearts will be used to help fund children’s programs at the library.

You can also become a Friend of the Library when you stop in for a visit.

The AFTERWORDS store in the Braselton library has a large selection of used books for sale at affordable prices. Paperback books are 50 cents and most hardback books are $2. There is fiction for all ages including children’s books for 50 cents, chapter books for boys and girls for a dollar, Christian novels and all kinds of good reading choices for men and women.

Never the Rock Photography sets a free photo community event at Wellspring Camp Never the Rock Photography is planning a free photo event at Wellspring Camp on April 5 which will be open to the community.

This is an opportunity for families and individuals to come to Wellspring Camp for a free digital family portrait, headshot, or couples shot, just in time for Easter. Images will be sent to each visitor by email after the event at no charge.

Wellspring Camp will host an open house on April 5 from 1- 5 p.m., providing light refreshments and giving tours of the facility. Visitors will have the chance to hear about volunteer opportunities available at the camp. The free photo session will be available from 2-4 p.m.

Sarina Roth, owner and photographer from Never the Rock Photography, is offering this service to the community in order to help build awareness of Wellspring Camp and its services.

“I wanted to hold a free photo event for the public for those who may not have had an opportunity to get a family portrait taken recently, but this is also a great opportunity for families and individuals to visit Wellspring Camp and see what they do as a ministry in our community.”

Wellspring Camp is a non-profit, non-denominational Christian camp for children and adults (ages 8 and up) with disabilities and special needs. Their website address is www. wellspringcamponline. com. They are located at 193 Lindsay Lane in Jefferson, and their phone number is 706-353-2324. Reservations for this open house event are not required.

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Emotional exhaustion sets in after trivial arguments

Dear John: I have been living with a woman for over two years.

During this time, there has only been one two-week period in which we didn’t have an argument over something trivial.

When we argue, we don’t speak to each other for several days.

What can I do? I’m emotionally exhausted. How can we break this cycle? — Time for a Truce, in Philadelphia Dear Truce: When a couple argues over trivial issues, it’s an indication deeper issues are being left unaddressed.

If there is a genuine desire on the part of both of you to improve this situation, start by committing to communicating honestly, and then ask her to join you in getting to the root of your relationship problems.

This is a necessary step if your goal is to save and grow your partnership.

If your conversations toward this effort end up in a stalemate, consider working with a counselor in order to

John Gray break through some of the emotional barriers that are holding you back.

A relationship is only as good as two people are willing and prepared to make it. Your future happiness is worth this kind of time and effort.

Dear John: I know from reading other columns that you’ve gotten a lot of mail regarding husbands who look at pornography on the Web. Is there anyway to make these guys understand how demoralizing this behavior can be to their wives?

—An Unhappy Mate, in Madison, Wis. Dear Unhappy Mate: Sometimes when I express understanding about why men look at porn, readers misinterpret this as my con-

doning the act at any time, which I don’t.

I’ve tried to point out that porn is and always has been a factor in our society, and many men do not realize that their interest in porn is demoralizing to the women who love them.

It all comes down to being a gentleman and showing consideration.

If, during a private time, a husband wants to take a porn fantasy ride on the Internet, that’s between him and his computer.

It’s quite another thing to say, “Honey, you go to the movies tonight, and I’m going to look at porn on the Internet.”

As I said before, if you’re having this problem with your partner, ask him to privatize his porn time. Let him know that it hurts you and makes you feel less desirable.

An important part of a loving relationship is respecting each partner’s wishes. Make yours known, and hold him accountable to respond in a concerned and considerate manner.

Dear John: I got engaged a few months ago.

“Ken” and I have been dating for over two years.

Is it normal to wonder if I am doing the right thing by marrying him, or should I just know and have no doubts?

I have a friend who has been dating someone for five years, and she is in the same boat: Neither of us know with absolute certainty that who we are with is “the one.”

Still, there is nothing bad about these relationships.

Both of our fiances treat us well and are supportive and loving.

But neither one is our idea of Prince Charming.

Is it realism or cynicism that tells me these things are just fairy tales? — Too Picky, in Pittsburg, Calif.

Dear Too Picky: There are four cornerstone traits that make up the foundation of all successful relationships: love, trust, respect and passion.

No marriage is a “sure thing.”

If your current relation-

WORKING IT OUT

Dear Just Waiting: It’s often difficult for us to accept but there are a lot of people, particularly men, who have a variety of hang-ups around saying those three little words: “I love you.”

The longer it goes unsaid, the more difficult it often becomes.

Should he say it first?

No, not necessarily.

You’ve been dating for five months, you feel deeply about him, and you should feel comfortable enough to tell him how you feel.

In fact, you should tell him every time you want.

If anything, hearing you say, “I love you,” may allow him to feel comfortable enough to express his feelings, too.

For many tongue-tied guys, all that is really needed is a consistent and persistent example of love.

ship lacks even one of the four cornerstone traits, then follow your instincts and hold off saying “I do.”

However, if you can say to yourself, “I love him, I trust him, I respect him, and I feel passionate about him,” and he has demonstrated to you that he feels the same way in return, then know you are starting out with the right ingredients to enjoy a lifetime of love and mutual support.

Dear John: My boyfriend and I have been dating for five months. We have both been married before and have teen children, all of whom seem to fit together well.

He says that he has never been in love, even though he was married for many years and has dated extensively since.

Is this something I should be concerned about? He hasn’t used the L-word with me, and I’m dying to say/hear it. He should say it first in this situation, right? — Just Waiting, in Scottsdale, Ariz.

John Gray is the author of “Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus.”

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Winder Rotary hosting Feb. 28 charity ball The Winder Rotary Club is hosting a Feb. 28 charity ball at The Carl House with a cigar bar, wine toss, 50/50 drawing and a photo booth planned. This year’s ball will benefit The Tree House and Piedmont Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) and the community is urged to attend.

Tickets are $150 per couple for the formal event.

The idea for the charity ball started with the club’s 50th anniversary gala last year.

“We originally started it as a fundraiser, but scaled back slightly to make it more of a celebration for our club, reminiscent of the parties they used to throw like this,” said Rotarian Christine Greeson. “Our board decided to continue the event this year because it was so well attended and received, but change it up a bit from just a gala/celebration to a charity event helping others.

We will have extra fun things to do before dancing that will directly benefit the charities we are supporting.”

According to Greeson, the formal aspect of last year’s event is being maintained with black tie, ball gowns, a beautiful setting and dancing. “It sets it apart in our minds,” said Greeson. “People like to get dressed up…

We just don’t do it as much as we used to.”

The Winder Rotary Club holds a golf tournament each fall funds going toward the club’s scholarships for high school seniors and an adult learning student. Approximately $3,000 is awarded annually. In addition, the clubs supports local nonprofits and school groups and also continues its ongoing partnership with Camp Twin Lakes.

“We felt we needed another large event to help further our support locally and internationally,” said Greeson.

The Carl House is serving as the venue for the charity ball.

“Several of our members have attended events at the Carl House which hosts a wine tasting dinner monthly as well as special events for the community,” said Greeson. “The board felt it offered the beauty and elegance needed for our event. Plus, BB Webb and her staff have been so gracious and easy to work with. They bring energy and great ideas to every planning session.”

The charity ball will be a unique experience.

“We hope to roll out the red carpet. Guests will be given a special campaign cocktail upon arrival as hors d’oeuvres are passed,” said Greeson.

Early activities will include a wine toss game from which guests could go home with a bottle or two of wine, a fun photo booth, cigar lounge and a 50/50 drawing. A plated scrumptious dinner will be served at 7 p.m. and dancing will begin at 8 p.m. and continue through 11.

For tickets, contact Bill Rotter at 770-586-0077 or any Winder Rotary Club member.

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Cast members shown in the photo are: Front row (L-R): Emily Duffield, Caleb Mercurio, Jennifer Mercurio, Conner Mercurio and Callie Webb; middle row (L-R): Jessica Brown, Stephen Parker, Rebecca Twiggs, Douglas Couch, Ashley Behan, Miranda Parker, Skye Howe and Bryce Hollen; back row (L-R): Scott Jones, Steven Hawn, Mike Twiggs, Jason Johnson, Jason Stone, Tom Heagy, Brandon Tokaji, Kristen McCrorie, Angie McCrorie and Karen Lowe.

Winder-Barrow Community Theatre casts for first Main Stage season show Winder-Barrow Community Theatre announces the cast of the first show of the 2014 Main Stage Season.

Shakespeare’s beloved comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, directed

by Terri Duffield and Ruth Miller, will open at the Winder Cultural Arts Center on Friday, Feb. 28. The show will run for two weekends with the Friday and Saturday shows starting at 7:30 p.m. and the Sunday matinees at 3 p.m.

Tickets are now on sale at the City of Winder Customer Care Center (770867-3106) and at Pam Veader’s State Farm Insurance Office at 41 S. Center St., in Winder (770-867-1679). Advance price tickets are only $10 for seniors (55 and older), students, and teachers and $12.50 for adults. Tickets purchased at the door are $13 and $15.

Season tickets are also on sale at both locations until March 7. These tickets

cover all four of the Main Stage shows and include a snack and drink at the concession stand during intermission of each of the four shows. Season tickets are $40 for seniors, students, and teachers and $50 for adults.

For more information about this show, WBCT and other upcoming events, please see the website at www. winderbarrowtheatre.org.

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Levi Karas, Léland Karas (Director), Shannon Derrick (Food2Kids Coordinator), Ellen Petree (Food2Kids Volunteer), Leslie Kimbell (Director) and Jan Still-Lindeman were pleased the holiday show raised more than $4,000 for Barrow County Food2Kids.

Fur Ball ‘Great Catsby’ event is March 28 Roaring 20s gala with dinner, dancing, auction and more benefits Humane Society of Jackson County The ROAR-R-ING 20s are coming to Jackson County on Friday, March 28. Festivities will begin at 7 p.m. at the beautiful Braselton-Stover House.

The Great Catsby, a premier black tie (optional) gala presented by the Humane Society of Jackson County, will feature a champagne reception with hors d’oervres, gourmet dining, dancing to a live jazz band, the Fly Cats, as well as silent auction, raffles and prizes. The bar will feature prohibition era cocktails.

Commerce School of Dance and Jefferson Community Theatre Group will be presenting A Roaring 1920s Review.

So gather your favorite flapper or honey (gangsters allowed), put on your dancin’ shoes and come and join us.

Period dress is encouraged. Oh, one other thing, a password will be needed to get in the door. Make sure you bring yours. (Secret: it’s on your ticket.)

Tickets are $60 per person and are now available by calling the Humane Society at 706-367-1111, visiting our web site, www.hsjc.com or directly accessing PayPal. Our presenting sponsor this year is West Jackson Medicine Center. There are still sponsorships available.

Check out our web site for sponsorship levels.

The Humane Society is a 501(c)3 not for profit organization, licensed by the State of Georgia Department of Agriculture to do rescue and fostering in Jackson County.

If any questions, contact Margaret Lang at 813-4044032 or Cheryl Iski @ www.hsjc.com.

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Auditions for ‘Annie’ on tap for March 16-17 Auditions for “Annie” being produced by the Jefferson Community Theatre will be held Sunday, March 16, and Monday, March 17.

Auditions will be from 1-6 p.m. on March 16 and from 6-8 p.m. on March 17. You only need to attend one audition date and you do not need to be present the entire audition time.

Please be prepared for dance, vocal and acting auditions. Songs allowed for vocal auditions include Easy Street, Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile and Maybe.

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

Those called back will be contacted via email.

Bring all known summer conflicts to auditions.

A cast meeting and read through will be Sunday, April 13, and rehearsals begin April 21.

For more information, visit www.jeffersoncommunitytheatre.com or visit the Facebook page.

Barrow County Food2Kids gets $4,000-plus as theatre donation Winder-Barrow Community Theatre is excited to announce the recent donation of more than $3,000 to the Barrow County Food2Kids Program.

Another $1000 in donations came in after the show concluded so the grand total was in excess of $4,000 raised because of the actors and actresses who presented the Christmas show, Dashing Through the Snow.

All of the profits from this show were given to Food2Kids along with donations from audience members who purchased Christmas goodies made by the cast.

There were also a number of audience members who do-

nated to the program as well.

The check was presented to Shannon Derrick, the Barrow County Social Worker who coordinates the program in Barrow County, and Ellen Petree, a volunteer who works with the program.

Because of this fund raising event, 15 children will be receiving food on the weekends during the school year.

The Food2Kids program is sponsored through the Northeast Georgia Food Bank.

Several years ago a desperate need was recognized when students came to school very hungry on Monday morning after a weekend with little or no food at

home. The students receive a breakfast and lunch at school each day but often did not have food at other times.

Food2Kids started in Barrow County in 2008 with 8 children receiving 7-10 pounds of kid-friendly, healthy, food in their Friday backpacks to last them through the weekend.

In the last few years growing poverty in the area caused a great need for this program. Barrow County now has 150 children in the program with more students on a waiting list for sponsorship.

To sponsor a child for the school year, the cost is $260.

If you would like to do-

nate to this program, all donations are tax deductible.

Checks should be payable to the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia and need to be designated for Barrow County Food2Kids. If you have questions, please call Shannon Derrick at 770-867-4527 or e-mail her at Shannon. derrick@barrow.k12.ga.us.

Donations can be mailed to the Barrow County School System, Attention Shannon Derrick, 179 W. Athens St., Winder, GA 30680.

For more information about Winder-Barrow Community Theatre and upcoming shows and events, please see the website at www.winderbarrowtheatre.org.

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HOMECARE AGENCY SALES/MARKETING REP Previous sales/ marketing experience required. Fax resumes to 866-502-7709 or apply at: www.deltahome care.com SALESPERSON NEEDED; For the Gainesville area. Be experienced in the construction area (Marine). Having working knowledge in FaceBook, Twitter, and Google Ad words is a plus! Must have a valid driver license, clean mvr, and be able to pass a drug test. Pay scale is 40K per year plus vehicle. Please send your resume to sales@ martindocks inc.com

Management 1st Shift Supervisor needed in Duluth, GA. Min. 2yrs exp in high volume packing.

Exp in food processing production a +.

Send resume to: msalazar@suzannas kitchen.com or fax 770-476-8899

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A working knowledge of Excel software, advertising layout and design is helpful, but more important is your desire to help our clients succeed. Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license with good driving record are required.

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

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

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

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*Home Improvement *Instruction *Landscaping *Misc Services *Painting & Papering *Plumbing *Pressure Washing *Remodeling & Repairs *Roofing *Welding

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The Paper Thursday, February 20, 2014

APPLY TODAY START TOMORROW Accepting people ASAP. Training provided.

Cash paid daily. Call Mr. Lewis. 678-971-5302 Become a Homecare Giver with leading homecare provider in Georgia. If caring for others is your passion, and you want to help others, then join our professional home care team and assist elderly and disabled in your community. HomeNurse is seeking applicants in your area. Apply on line www.homenurse.net RN/LPN/EMT/ Paramedic with good clinical/IV skills needed for Interventional Pain Management practice in Gainesville. PT or FT possible. Fax resume to 770-297-7564.

RN-Nurse Director needed for Pain Management ASC in Gainesville. PT or FT possible. Fax resume to 770-297-7564.

Misc. Help Wanted DELTA HOME CARE is Hiring for Home Care Aides in Gainesville and surrounding areas.

Fax resume to 1-866502-7709 or apply on-line at www.deltahomecare .com DO YA! DO YA! DO YA! Wanna Dance!! No Exp Needed. Call Sunny, 770-536-3759 Top of Gainesville NOW HIRING: 10 NEW DRIVERS IMMEDIATELY!!!

Make Money Now!!

Get paid what you are worth. Hiring Drivers and Driver Helpers.

Must be 21 or over, have valid license, clean MVR. Bonuses Daily. Company Vehicle provided. Call now for Appointment.

TOMMY, 678-456-9190

Office/Clerical Now Hiring Administrative Assistant for strong Northeast Georgia regional firm. We require a self-motivated, multitasking, detail oriented individual who posses some accounting knowledge and reasonable proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position will be open until filled. Please send resume and salary requirements to BOX 123, The Times, P.O. Box 838 Gainesville, GA 30503 R & D Maintenance Services, INC. is currently accepting applications for a Seasonal Switchboard Operator/Receptionist.

Must be able to work weekend evenings, holidays, and/or as needed. Must be at least 18, have a valid driver’s license and pass a drug screen. Bi-Lingual (Spanish). Apply in person from 8:00AM3:00PM at 1025 Buford Dam Rd., Buford, GA 30518. EEO.

Trades

STAFFING GROUP IMMEDIATE OPENINGS We are looking for 40+ WELDERS in Jefferson! $12.25-$13.50 plus overtime Apply in person Monday-Friday, 8am3pm At 1001 McClure Industrial Drive Jefferson, GA 30549 706-387-1068 office number COMMERCIAL CABINET *Installers *Builders *Custom Builders *Corian Fabricators *Laminators Commercial cabinets ONLY. Must have commercial cabinetry exp. Call 770-967-9458.

Southeastern Caseworks in Braselton Growing Tractor Dealership in Alto, GA. seeking a full time Experienced Mechanic.

Tractor and/or diesel experience preferred.

Apply in person at: James Short Tractors, 1325 St. Hwy. 365 Alto, Georgia

Truck Drivers CLASS A- CDL DRIVERS- Full-Time, Local. 2yrs. experience & Clean MVR. 770-8876117 DRIVERS: Local-Home Nightly! Dacula flatbed!

Great Pay, Benefits!

CDL-A, 1yr Exp. Req. Estenson Logistics Apply: www.goelc.com 1-866-336-9642 FT/PT CLASS A-CDL DRIVERS To haul feed/grain and/or live chickens in Gainesville, GA. Must have 2yrs verifiable t/t exp. and good MVR. Night Shift, Local positions, home daily, company benefits. Call 804-784-6166

Stuff Appliances

*Requires payment in advance.

Whirlpool Washer & GE Dryer, White, Good condition $175.

Whirlpool electric double oven, Black.

Good condition $200.

(770) 655-2742

Furniture DINING ROOM SET Thomasville. Oak (table, 4 chrs & china cbnt) $2500; Reclining Love Seat. La Z Boy $500; Computer Desk & Hutch Thomasville $250; 2 Platform Rockers & Foot Rests. $75 ea. ; Sofa Table- Thomasville $100; 770-967-6647 Like New! Leather Sect Sofa. $550. Call after 4pm 770-503-9882

Lawn Equipment 2008 John Deere LA125 Lawn Tractor Model GXA125A 059342, 42”Deck, 21 HP, 70 hours. Excellent Condition. $850. 678429-8481 SINGLE AXLE LANDSCAPE TRAILER w/ racks & cage, 6x12 deck size, $1500 new, sell for $750; Hustler Commercial Walk Behind MOWER, 48 inch deck, 18hp Kawasaki eng., 2 yrs old, gave $5,200, sell for $3,200; 50 gal. Lesco SPRAY RIG w/ 18 hp Kawasaki eng., approx. $2,400 new, sell for $1,200. 706-429-6717 leave message.

Misc. For Sale 4 TIRES- Bridgestone.

Good used tires.

215 65 R15. $45ea.

4 Wheels -15” . $20 ea.

Mobility Scooter . 4 wheel, Lots of extras.

Like New! $1500 706-693-4520 German short haired Pointer- female. 5yrs old; 15wk old female short haired- solid liver color; ale Weimaranermale, blue, 1-1/2 yrs old.

706-348-3180

WASHER & DRYER Kenmore. Exc Cond. $250. 770-983-1507

MOVING SALE Kerosene Heater $75; Furniture, $50ea.; TV 27” $100. And More! 678630-3117

Washer/Dryers Stoves & Refrig.

Mattresses.

Refrig $125-$550.

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

678-714-0493

New Stroller Car Seat Combination; Play pen; Swing. Baby bouncerHalf price. Used couch, table & chairs $150 , Commercial party coolers, personal Coolers, & More! 678687-5110

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

Weather permitting .

We will Not Be Undersold.

Quality For Quality!

1507 Martin Luther King Blvd., Gainesville, GA Across from The Tire Barn. $2.75 per bale.

Deliver $3.25 per bale Spreading Available.

We also have grade #1 for $3 per bale.

678-617-0403 770-536-4005 RADIAL ARM SAW Craftsman, 12in.

Commercial grade 110v. $250; Scroll Saw Hawk 20in Floor stand model. $375.

770-536-7217 -SALEChina Cabinet/ Hutch w.lights-4dr.Oak Good Cond.- Firm $525 Frigid./bottom freezer, Amana 20 cu. ft. bl. text.

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

Pets & Supplies

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

770-287-1456 www. callapartments.com Oakwood - 2/1.5, yard very safe, H/A $645$725. 678-357-5044

Mobile Homes For Rent

YORKIE- Puppies.

CKC. Small, adorable companion. Shots, health guaranteed.

1male, 1 fem. $400 up 770-539-9266

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

770-534-7596

Homes-Rentals

Roommates Wanted

$599 MOVES U IN!!

Spring Valley 1BR/1BA $650 up 2BR/2BA $750 up Furn Corp Apt $1050 Brandon Place 2BR/2BA $700 www.GainesvilleGa Apartments.com Jacky Mathis 678-779-2687

YAMAHA 2005 V-Star, like new, 7K miles, buy now for $3,000. All offers considered due to medical bills for pancreatic cancer. 706968-1347

HONDA 2000 Odyssey EX-Navi., exc. cond., loaded, $4,350 obo. 770656-3970 Toyota 2000 Sienna LE: leather captain chairs, DVD, roof rack, runs well, looks nice, garaged.

189K. $3650 OBO. Call 678-570-8433.

Sport Utility Vehicles FORD 1999 Explorer Sport. 6cyl, dark blue, AT, AC, PW, PL, cruise, CD. New tires. Runs Good. 770-534-2083

Trucks CHEVY 2005 Colorado.

Looks great. Exc Cond.

Has all the extras. $10,500. Call for info and to see. 770-5356718 or 770-789-4818 CHEVY 2005 Silverado 1500 LS. Ext cab, easy 88,000 miles, Good Cond. pwr wind/seat, bedliner, running boards trailer hitch, $8290. 678943-8966

KOUNTRY COMFORT 1995 Travel Trailer, 35 FT, awning on front, good cond., good tires, $3500. 470-201-0648

Sell it 6 ways

28 days 95

for

30

*

Renew for half price!

The Times Auto Kit moves cars and more!

Part-Time Help Wanted At Home Or Office PT/FT, 20/30 hrs wkly. $200-600 wkly Phone skills & C/S Exp Required. Paid TrainingBuford Office. Dental Care Rx 770-271-1115

HARLEY DAVIDSON 2009 Heritage Softail, blk, lots of chrome, 16K, $11,950. 678-779-6971

FORD 2001 Windstar LX. 83K miles. gray/tan, 1 owner. $2790.

678-557-4067

Recreation

COACHMEN 2006 Popup Camper, perfect cond., used 4 times in 5 years, Asking $3,500.

Wife wouldn’t go. 706968-1347

$

Motorcycles

Vans

$95wk. Furnished, all utils & cable. W/D. kitch. 770-561-0781

3BR/2BA Lake Shadow Condo. $900/mo.

1BR $700/mo; 2BR /2BA $800/mo. All w/Gar. 404-216-6399

for as little as

LINCOLN 2204 LS. 110,000 mi.

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

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

MAZDA 2001-626. Exc Cond. Needs trans work.

Sacrifice. $2500 706-693-4520

Rooms For Rent

RV’s/Travel Trailers

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

CHRYSLER 300M 2000 1 owner, silver with black leather interior., PS, PB, PW, PDLs, sunrf, tilt whl., cruise, 8-way pwr seat, new tires on front, premium wheels, 6-CD player.

Excellent Condition.

Everything works!

143,000 mi. $2995 678-936-1563

HONDA 2004 Civic 2dr, 5spd manual, red with black interior. $4600.

Exc Cond. 770-540-1215

TOYOTA 2006 Tacoma SR5, dark blue, 4 door, 102K, beautiful, full hitch, $12,000. 941483-0540

ROOMMATE Hwy 53 West. Gainesville Cable/Utils incld. $375mo. No smkng 678-438-2886

Condominiums For Rent

Duplexes For Rent

BUICK 2001 Park Avenue, collector’s item, $4,900.

678-455-9640

3/2 & 2/2 Avail. Gas & water included. $500 & $550 monthly. No pets!

770-530-8546

UMBRELLA COCK-ATOO- Talks 12yr old fem w/cage, $500. 70-540-4613

ApartmentsUnfurnished

Autos For Sale

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

706-654-0958

Land Home Package off Price Rd. $4500 down (wac); $650/ mo. Call Bob’s Family Housing, 706-864-8665

Import Cars

Wheels

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

Callor770-535-1199 toll free 1-800-395-5005

Auto Kit Honda 5x5.75

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