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Jackson Co. GOP hears from Gov. Deal

By Katie Griffin

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Gov. Nathan Deal was the guest speaker at Saturday’s Jackson County GOP meeting held at the Jefferson Civic Center.

Several state, county and city officials were there and about 120 locals came to listen and support the governor.

“The governor being in Jackson County shows that the Jackson County GOP voters are important for the statewide candidates,” said Ron Johnson, chairman of the Jackson County GOP. Gov. Deal and his wife, Sandra, arrived shortly after 8 a.m. and were warmly received. The governor began his speech by thanking Jackson County voters for their support.

“Jackson County is a strong county that I’ve depended on for good voting and I would appreciate it if you would continue it,” said Deal.

Gov. Deal continued by saying the importance of getting voters to the polls on Election Day is crucial in this year’s election. He explained that we cannot afford for people not to show up on Election Day and that it is a goal of the GOP to convince independent voters to vote conservative.

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Gov. Nathan Deal was welcomed to Saturday’s meeting of the Jackson County Republican Party. Chairman Ron Johnson said the governor’s appearance in the county shows the importance of the county’s voters to statewide candidates. Deal’s speech to the GOP came just before the start of the 2014 session which is expected to be a quick one so legislators can get on the campaign trail.

“We cannot simply have a belief that we don’t act on, and the best way to take action for conservative beliefs is to get out and vote,” said Deal.

He made several excellent points as to his plans for growth in economic development as well as education. He said the state of Georgia is No. 1 in this nation in which to do business

Braselton mayor Orr sworn in Slappey also takes oath for second term while Rhonda Stites is sworn in

By LEANNE AKIN

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Braselton Mayor Bill Orr and Councilwoman Peggy Slappey were sworn in Monday for their second term of office and Rhonda Stites, who joined the council as the District 4 councilwoman, was also sworn in by City Attorney Gregory Jay. The swearing-in ceremonies were held prior to the council’s 7 p.m. regular meeting. Mayor Orr was joined by members of his family including his wife Garol and daughters Ali and Nina, and in-laws, Gary and Carol Ash. His parents, Howard and Mary Orr of Florida, joined him at the podium as he took his oath.

Orr thanked the crowd for packing the meeting room. He said he considered it a testament to the town and the community’s desire to wish the new council well. He also recognized the involvement of the community on committees and authorities which yields input he said helps the town in making better decisions. He also welcomed Stites, who was joined by her husband John and daughters Kendall and Karli. Slappey was joined by her husband Tommy and son Glen.

Mayor Orr also made a special presentation to Hank Evers, president of Chateau Elan. The Pillar Award was presented in recognition of his ongoing efforts to attract business to the community.

Also at the meeting, the Georgia Main Street Program Memorandum of Understanding was officially signed. Members of the Braselton Downtown Development Authority joined with the council.

In other business, the council: ■■ Approved a Special Event Alcohol Permit for Piedmont CASA’s Heart for Chocolate, Heart for Children event at Braselton Stover House on Feb. 8. Cork & Keg made the application for the permit.

■■ Approved the town’s third Georgia Department of Transporation GateWAY Grant application resolution.

■■ Approved the Fiscal Year Ending 2013 Budget Amendment.

■■ Approved the use of Gwinnett Roads & Bridges SPLOST to purchase road capital equipment.

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City Attorney Gregory Jay administered the oath of office to Mayor Bill Orr, who was joined by his parents, Mary and Howard Orr.

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New District 4 Councilwoman Rhonda Stites, whose husband John held her Bible, took her oath from City Attorney Gregory Jay.

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District 2 Councilwoman Peggy Slappey, joined by her husband, Tommy, took her second term’s oath from Attorney Gregory Jay.

with, which is the greatest thing the Chamber of Commerce has to use as a selling point.

“We have it together, the ingredients for strong growth and improvement, and I will go further into detail at my State of the State address on Wednesday, I will recount where we’ve been and where we are now,” said Deal.

“The key to economic development is creating the best foundation possible so that Georgia is an attractive place for businesses to grow and do well,” said the governor.

Deal claims there has been an excess of 200,000 new jobs in the last three years and that Jackson County has been a recipient of some of those new jobs. But the main reason this state has received such an increase in jobs is because of the removal of sales tax on energy use in manufacturing plants.

“That makes us more competitive, especially with companies like Caterpillar, which is a classic example of companies bringing jobs from overseas back into the U.S.A and specifically, into Georgia,” said Deal.

He emphasized good tax policies are an important part of decisions like that of Caterpillar, to move to the state and help create

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Commissioners will convene Thursday about annexation

By LEANNE AKIN

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The Jackson County Board of Commissioners will convene at 7 p.m. today to discuss an annexation request related to more than 1,000 acres in South Jackson.

Paperwork was submitted to Jackson County in mid-December seeking to annex 16 parcels of unincorporated property into the city limits of Arcade.

The called meeting will be held in the Jury Assembly Room at the Jackson County Courthouse, the commissioners’ regular meeting location. The courthouse is located at 5000 Jackson Parkway in Jefferson.

The commissioners will consider whether to approve a letter regarding the proposed annexation. The board has a 30-day window to file objections to the annexation proposal.

South Jackson residents, many of whom spoke out in opposition to a 2012 attempt by a large international investment firm to rezone property for commercial, industrial and highdensity residential use, have been asking questions and voicing their initial displeasure at this latest venture. There have been concerns that the area near the former South Jackson Elementary School building would be developed in a very dense mixed use and disrupt the community atmosphere.

In neighboring Barrow County, Walton Development & Management is seeking to rezone 64 acres at Tom Miller Road and Roxey Maxey Road where 149 single-family homes and 272 mult-family homes are proposed.

Also in Barrow, Walton Georgia LLC already has plans approved for a phase-in of Barrow Landing, a mix of light industrial, commercial and residential areas, with up to 1,900 homes eventually in the Highway 81 area.

All meetings of the Jackson County Board of Commissioners are open to the public and all citizens are encouraged to attend.

The commission meeting of Jan. 6 was cancelled due to the sever winter weather. The next regular meeting will be at 6 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 20.

Life Saving Awards given to two Braselton Police officers

By FARAH BOHANNON

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The life-saving efforts of two Braselton Police Department officers on New Year’s Day saved the life of a Braselton man.

For their exceptional and professional effort resulting in the preservation of the life, Officer Daniel Britt and Sgt. Ronnie Kilburn received Life Saving Awards during the Jan. 13 meeting of the Braselton Town Council.

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Police Chief Terry Escoe and Mayor Bill Orr made the award presentation, and the recognitions were read by Assistant Police Chief Lou Solis.

A photo opportunity was taken with the officers and their families.

Britt was joined by his wife, Shea, and children, 8-year-old Kyleigh, and 5-year-old Cody. Kilburn’s wife, Melanie, and son, Colton, also attended the presentation.

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On Jan. 1, Britt and Kilburn received a call from dispatch saying that there was a 41-year-old male in the Chateau Elan subdivision who was in cardiac arrest after suffering a seizure and was not breathing. Officer Britt was the first one to arrive at the Pareek residence.

“I saw Mr. [Kapil] Pareek lying on the floor when I arrived. His lips were blue, he wasn’t breathing and he had no pulse. I performed CPR

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Serving this area in the Georgia State Senate Senate District 9 – Sen. Don Balfour Capitol Office 121-F State Capitol Atlanta, GA 30334 Phone: 404-656-0095 Fax: 404-651-6767 Sworn in Georgia Senate in 1993 Committees Appropriations - Member Banking and Financial Institutions - Ex-Officio Finance - Member Health and Human Services - Vice Chairman Reapportionment and Redistricting - Chairman Legislative Assistant: Beverly Crumbley Senate District 45 - Sen. Renee Untermann Capitol Office 121-H State Capitol Atlanta, GA 30334 Phone: 404-463-1368 Fax: 404-651-6767 Renee.Unterman@senate.ga.gov Sworn in Georgia House of Representatives -1999 Sworn into Georgia Senate - 2003 Committees Administrative Affairs - Member Appropriations - Vice Chairman Assignments - Member Finance - Ex-Officio Health and Human Services - Chairman Insurance and Labor - Member Regulated Industries and Utilities - Ex-Officio Rules - Member Legislative Assistant: Laurie Sparks Senate District 47 - Sen. Frank Ginn

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Deal briefly spoke about the issues of social programs and the dangers of their expansion.

“The best thing any government can do is to create the atmosphere and probability for good jobs. That way the people can support themselves and their community and do not need the government. Now that’s conservatism,” said Deal.

He said he has lots of good news to report and many things to brag about, but that will have to wait until his State of the State address on Wednesday. He concluded with his discussion on education and how it is and always will be the heart of his administration. His wife, Sandra, has visited every school district in the state so they are personally aware of every issue that each district has.

The governor acknowledges the state has achieved an increase in graduation, but the rigor is the lowest in the country. The state is spending more money on remediation because high school graduates are not prepared for college level courses. His

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for at least two minutes, but I could not get anything,” said Britt. “Mr. Pareek’s parents were there, as well as his wife and school-aged son.

I knew I couldn’t give up on this guy, especially since his son was right there, watching.”

Kilburn arrived at the scene while Britt continued to attempt CPR. After approximately three more attempts, Mr. Pareek took a breath. Kilburn and Britt sat back and watched until he took another breath and blinked his eyes. The family then looked at Kilburn and continued to tell him to “do something quick.”

Kilburn, who used to be an EMT, told them to “let him breathe since he’s taken a breath on his own.” He then perfomed sternum rubs and he and Britt kept an eye on the patient until medical emergency responders arrived. Those EMTS found Mr. Pareek had a weak pulse, so they shocked him with a defibrillator and took him to Northeast Georgia Medical Center.

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goal is to better the preparation of high school students so that remedial courses are not needed.

The governor also said his administration is working on funding for dual enrollment students so that schools and students are not punished with paying the costs of doing so. The program will allow the state to pay for cost of books so the parents of dual enrollment students will not have to pay the average of $1,000 for books. This will be a major help for families and will also help more students get involved with dual enrollment because it lessens the burden of families and increases the chances for the student to succeed at the college level.

There are also areas of expansion where students who do not wish to pursue the classic college education, but wish to go into the technical college field. There will be seven areas of specialties that will be expanded, including welding and health technology, but the governor emphasized the need for welders and welder education across the state. He said he is looking forward to the betterment of the technical college experience so that there will be more trained

were taking away Mr. Pareek, they turned around and told me ‘great job, you got him breathing again.’

It was a great feeling, especially when I noticed his family’s demeanor change completely. They were so thankful,” said Britt.

The Life Saving Award reads as follows: For exceptional and professional effort resulting in the preservation of life, Braselton Police Department presents Ofc. Britt and Sgt. Kilburn with the Life Saving Award. On Jan. 1, 2014, Ofc. Britt and Sgt. Kilburn responded to a report of a man down having a seizure at Chateau Elan subdivision.

Mr. Kapil Pareek was found in cardiac arrest and unconscious, not breathing with no pulse, CPR was initiated.

Working diligently until Fire and Rescue arrived, Ofc. Britt and Sgt. Kilburn ultimately resuscitated Mr. Pareek. Mr. Pareek was taken to Gwinnett Medical Hospital where he was treated and subsequently released. Ofc. Britt and Sgt. Kilburn are commended for life-saving actions, exemplifying the highest standards of the Braselton Police Department and saving the life of Mr. Kapil Pareek.

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Gov. Deal talks with attendees at the Saturday GOP meeting. See more at ClickThePaper.com industrial workers making a successful living in this state.

“The top priorities for my second term include the fundamentals, criminal justice reform and the re-entry of those in our criminal system into society,” said Deal.

Deal explained that seven out of 10 inmates do not have a high school diploma or a GED so that is another reason why education is so important. He claims that in 2015 he wants to tweak the funding of K-12 education from top to bottom because it is 2014 and the state is operating its education budget from a model that was devised in 1985.

The governor received a standing ovation after his speech and allowed several questions, all of which were based on education. When asked if he had any encouragement for Jackson County Schools specifically, he said that the plan for increase in funding will be the biggest

BRIEFLY BULLI seeks teachers Braselton, the first satellite campus of BULLI, Brenau University Learning and Leisure Institute is almost halfway through its second successful year and qualified instructors are being sought for future classes.

BULLI offers non-credit classes for mature adults looking to stimulate their thinking and expand their knowledge.

Qualified instructors who are interested in teaching to active adults learning for fun and selffulfillment are encouraged to contact Jennifer Dees at the Braselton Town Hall in order to meet and discuss the program with a member of the Braselton BULLI Curriculum Committee.

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help but for the county to keep up the good work and to continue to strive for excellence in education.

“The county and state’s ‘rainy day fund’ as I call it, was basically depleted when I took office, but it has built up now and will serve as the biggest help in this school district,” said Deal.

Johnson closed the meeting by thanking everyone for attending and encouraged people to come to next month’s meeting.

“At the February meeting, we will have Secretary of State Brian Kemp, Congressman Paul Broun and candidate for State School Superintendent Nancy Jester speaking. Our local GOP board wants our voters to be informed on the choices they have,” said Johnson.

For more information about the Jackson County GOP, visit www.JacksonGOP.org or “Like” them on Facebook.

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Zoning board to hear sign variance request The Braselton Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a 7 p.m. public hearing on Jan. 23 to discuss a variance to the maximum sign dimensions for a property located at 7316 Spout Springs Road.

The property is owned by Ron Wilson, who applied for a change to the maximum sign copy allowed for the 1.5 acre property. Zoned general commercial, the area is suitable for multi-tenant, office, institutional, industrial or shopping center use. It is located near the intersection of the new Friendship Road extension.

All Braselton Zoning Board of Appeals public hearings are held at the Braselton Police and Municipal Court Building.

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Serving this area in the Georgia House of Representatives District 30 - Rep. Emory Dunahoo R – Gainesville Capitol Address 401-D Coverdell Legislative Office Building Atlanta, GA 30334 404-656-0152 - Office emory.dunahoo@house.ga.gov Sworn in Dec. 14, 2011 Staff: Leigh Goff - Administrative Assistant Committees Banks & Banking - Member Game, Fish, & Parks - Member Information and Audits - Secretary State Properties - Vice Chairman District Address 4720 Walnut Lane, Gainesville, GA 30507 District 31 - Rep. Tommy Benton R - Jefferson Capitol Address 508-A Coverdell Legislative Office Building Atlanta, GA 30334 404-656-0213 - Office 404-463-2976 - Fax tommy.benton@house.ga.gov Sworn In Jan. 10, 2005 Staff: Jamie Baculi - Administrative Assistant Sarah Dunn - Budget & Policy Analyst Committees Education - Secretary Human Relations & Aging - Chairman Retirement - Member Rules - Member Transportation - Member District Address 177 Martin St., Jefferson, GA 30549 District 103 - Rep. Timothy Barr R – Lawrenceville Capitol Address 612-E Coverdell Legislative Office Bldg.

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Letters to the Editor Jackson County Republican party chairman says don’t be intimidated: Take a stand Dear Friend: I got involved in politics for the same reason I joined the Marines: because I love this country and I am willing to fight for its future.

Over the past few years, politics has taken an unfortunate turn. Political rivals have given up debating along ideological lines and opt instead of “gotcha politics.” It’s given birth to a new feature at most political events: trackers.

These are the guys who I am sure you’ve seen. They stand in the back of the room recording every word we say hoping to use it against us.

A recent example came when Congressman Jack Kingston was attacked for comments he made while speaking to us at the Jackson County Republican Party. In the course of a good, open discussion, Jack talked about how important hard work was to shaping his life and teaching him the value of a dollar. He talked about the need to extend those lessons to our children and grandchildren. It’s exactly the kind of thing we, as Republicans, need to be talking about.

It must have really driven someone crazy, though, because just yesterday the liberal website Huffington Post posted a snippet of Jack’s comments

SESSION Q&A If you have questions about the Georgia General Assembly or any of the pieces of legislation proposed in the Georgia House of Representatives or Georgia State Senate, you can submit those questions to The Paper.

The questions will be submitted to elected officials in our area and responses will be printed to inform readers about the issues of interest this legislative session.

and turned on the media elite attack machine. Their intent could not be more clear: they want to intimidate people like Jack – and, in turn, you and me – from talking about the tough issues facing our country.

I am writing you as a word of caution.

We have to be on the look out for these guys because they are showing up everywhere. They could be at your next meeting.

We cannot let them intimidate us and we cannot let them intimidate a person like Jack or anyone else who is willing to take a stand.

Sincerely, Ron Johnson Chairman, Jackson County GOP 2nd Vice Chairman, GA GOP

Humane Society president anticipating a great 2014 with events, fundraising and ongoing animal programs What an exciting year this will be for the Humane Society of Jackson County!

I am eager to get back to our supporters! We are revamping our website and creating a better system of communications.

We have many successful programs: spay & neuter has helped 111 family

animals for 2013.

Since inception, our foster program has saved more than 1,100 animals, our lost and found network has brought back many animals to their loving families.

Our fundraising events are always something to look Iski forward to: Fur Ball, Mimosas for Mutts, Ms. Puppy Love, Ride Like the Animals all could not be done without the love and support from our past and current boards and our amazing volunteers.

During 2014, we will continue our passion for helping animals and people with their animals. We will be hosting member meetings and special events at our office such as dog training events, scrap booking sessions and more!

We are thrilled with our dog therapy program and will continue this as well.

There are many sides to HSJC and we need volunteers like you to help us achieve our next goal – Jackson County’s first ever animal shelter! We have very exciting news on the horizon – stay tuned! Visit our website www.HSJC. com Cheryl Iski President Humane Society of Jackson County

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CHURCH NEWS Arbor Pointe Church invites you to worship in the month of January where the focus will be on “Fresh Starts.” Explore how God led people like Abraham, Josiah, and Paul to brand new places and perspectives and consider how He can do the same for you!

Arbor Pointe Church is a group of imperfect people seeking the one who is perfect. Worship is casual and meets at 115 Towne Center Parkway in Hoschton every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Nursery

and children’s classes are offered on Sunday mornings, and Arbor Pointe Youth (6-12 Grade) meet on Wednesdays from 6-7:30 p.m.

For more information, visit www.arborpointe. org or contact Rev. Brad Greene at brad@ arborpointe.org or 770272-6778. sss Covenant Baptist Church is a group of called-out believers who are committed to following Jesus Christ

OBITUARIES Donnie Carroll

Died Jan. 9, 2014 Donald Brail “Donnie” Carroll Sr., 59, of Carnesville, died Thursday, Jan. 9, 2014.

Born in Commerce, he was a son of the late James Albert Carroll and the late Bonnie Nell Mathis Carroll.

Survivors include his children, Cathy Bassett of Carnesville, Sharon Croya of Trafford, Ala., and Donnie Carroll Jr., of Danielsville; sisters, Mary Stanley of Athens and Shelby Jean Carroll and Teresa Lynn Beckworth, both of Danielsville; brothers, Terry Carroll and Talmadge Carroll, both of Athens; and 15 grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Monday, Jan. 13, 2014, at the Jefferson Gospel Tabernacle Church in Jefferson with the Rev. Patsy Garrett officiating. The burial followed in the Oconee Baptist Church Cemetery.

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Raymon J. Crumley

Died Jan. 11, 2014 Raymon J. Crumley, 78, of Gainesville, died Saturday, Jan. 11, 2014, following an extended illness.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2014, in the chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home with interment in Memorial Park Cemetery. Dr. Terry Crawford and Mr. Ricky Davis officiated.

Born April 17, 1935, in Gainesville, he was a son of the late Marvin Jacob Crumley and Lucile Clements Crumley. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1952 to 1956 aboard the USS Savage.

There was a reunion every year called the USS Savage Reunion, where Raymon served as president from 1996-2013. The USS Savage served in three wars, World War II, Korean and Vietnam.

Raymon retired in 1990 from Lockheed-Martin Aircraft with 23 years of service. He was of the Baptist faith and was also preceded in death by his sisters, Boff Veal and Jurell Hopper; brothers, Wilburn Crumley, Johnny Crumley and David Crumley; daughter, Carol Crumley; and son, Tommy Crumley.

Survivors include his wife, Delilah Crumley; daughter and son-in-law, Norma Jean and Ron Cain of Lula; son and daughter-in-law, Dennis and Linda Buice of Cumming; grandsons and their wives, Thomas and Suzanne Jones and David and Paige Freeman, all of Gainesville; granddaughters and their husbands, Audrey and Jordan Escoe of Cumming and Norah and Chad Seymour of Gainesville; great-grandsons, Bennett Jones nad Emerson Jones, both of Gainesville, and Tyler Escoe of Cumming; greatgranddaughters, Alyssa Escoe of Cumming and Bailey Seymour and Elsie Seymour, both of Gainesville; and sisters, Catherine Thomas of Winder, Helon (J.D.) Johnson of Buford, Marie Tumlin of Gainesville andMargaret (Harrison) Elrod of Gainesville.

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as Lord. We do this by sharing the good news of the gospel to those who are separated from God; and by teaching believers how to be fully devoted followers of Christ. Please join us on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. at the Depot in downtown Hoschton.

Nursery and children’s church is provided. Todd Coble, is our Pastor and you may reach him at 678-316-0273. God bless you and “See you at the Depot!” sss Hoschton United Methodist Church’s

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Kathy Harris

Died Jan. 10, 2014 A loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister, Mary Kathleen “Kathy” Burton Harris, 62, of Hartwell, died Friday, Jan. 10, 2014.

Born Sept. 21, 1951, in Chamblee, she was a daughter of the late William Glenn and Annie Lee Burton. She was also preceded in death by her nephew, James Thomas Burton; and mother-in-law and father-inlaw, Sara Jo and Bobby Harris. After graduating from Winder-Barrow High School, she married her high school sweetheart, Mike Harris, in July of 1971.

Kathy began her career at AT&T and continued onto Glynn Academy in Brunswick and Gwinnett County Public Schools, but her greatest career was being a devoted wife, mother and grandchildren who spent countless hours teaching life’s lessons and creating memories for all.

Survivors include her husband, Mike Harris; daughter, Christie McReynolds; son and daughter-in-law, Bryan and Jennifer Harris; grandchildren, Riley McReynolds and Blake Harris; brothers and sisters, James and Wylene Burton of Madison, Genny and Richard Cole of Lavonia, Martha and Richard Davis of Lavonia, Willene Bradford of Loganville and Wilbur and Susan Burton of Winder; many extended family members.

Services honoring Kathy’s life will be coordinated by Smith Funeral Home in Winder. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 17, 2014, in Smith Memory Chapel with Pastor James Peevy and Pastor Barry Cole officiating. The family will receive friends from 4-8 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 16, and for an hour prior to the service on Friday. Interment will be in Barrow Memorial Gardens.

Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, Jan. 16, 2014

Henrietta S. Kellum

Died Jan. 13, 2014 Mrs. Henrietta S. Kellum, 94, of Commerce, died Monday, Jan. 13, 2014, at her residence.

Born in Madison County, she was a daughter of the late Henry F. and Elizabeth Lenora Fitzpatrick Swindle.

She was a member of Blacks Creek Baptist Church and was retired from Commerce Sportswear. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ambra R. Kellum, and son, Kenneth Kellum.

Survivors include her daughters, Elaine Kellum of Jonesboro and Kathy Reeder of Shamokin, Pa.; sister, Lurene Dorer of Fayetteville, N.C.; brother, Ford Swindle of McDonough; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2014, at the chapel of LittleWard Funeral Home with the Rev. Bill Carpenter and the Rev. Lee Hunter officiating. Interment followed in Grey Hill Cemetery.

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Died Jan. 10, 2014 Kash Willis McClary, 6-1/2-month-old son of Emmette Willis and Sally Sue McClary of Gainesville, died Friday, Jan. 10, 2014.

Funeral services were held Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, in the chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home, North Riverside Chapel. Interment followed in Memorial Park Cemetery with Pastor Mayweather officiating.

He was born June 18, 2013, in Gainesville.

Survivors, in addition to his parents, include his siblings, Little Emmette McClary and Aniah McClary, both of Gainesville; grandfather, Emmette McClary Sr.; grandmothers, Beverly McClary of Gainesville and Susie Swanson of Cumming; great-grandmothers, Anne Abdon of Woodstock and Stella Jackson of Winder; great-grandfather, Gene Jackson of Winder; aunts and uncles, Ashley Suddeth and Dionta Smith of Canton, Sherril Sass of Woodstock, Dane Swanson of Dahlonega, Jackie and Buddy Abdon of Woodstock and Shannon McClary and Dustin and Letha McClary, all of Gainesville; and other loving family members.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family by contacting 404723-8014.

Memorial Park Funeral Home, Gainesville The Paper, Jan. 16, 2014

Betty Jean McDaniel

Died Jan. 9, 2014 Betty Jean King McDaniel, 79, of Jefferson, died Thursday, Jan. 9, 2014.

Born in Wilmington, S.C., she was a daughter of the late Berry and Lois Irby King. She was a homemaker and a member of Crying in the Wilderness Church in Commerce. She was also preceded in death by her husband, LC McDaniel.

Survivors include her children, Fay King of Winder, Janey Andrews of Fort Dodge, Iowa, Mattie Smith of Winder, Helen Morrison of Commerce, Louise Smith of Nicholson, LC McDaniel Jr., of Taylorsville, Carolyn Perry of Jefferson, Paul McDaniel of Jefferson, Margie Kemper of Danielsville and Jeniffer Hudson of Gainesville; brother, Charles King of Huntsville, Ala.; 28 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and two greatgreat-grandchildren; and a number of other relatives.

Funeral services were held Sunday Jan. 12, 2014, in the chapel of Evans Funeral Home with the Rev. Loyd Reed officiating. Interment followed at Walnut Fork Baptist Church Cemetery.

Wednesday night Bible study will resume at 7 p.m. on Jan. 15 with a free supper at 6:15 p.m. The study is on “Revelation.”

Pastor is the Rev. Marvin Mason. The church is located at 12 Mulberry St., in Hoschton. sss New Liberty United Methodist Church extends a warm welcome to all visitors. The sermon series for January and February will be taken from The Apostles Creed: a summary of what it means to be a Christian.

Please join us on Sundays

Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson The Paper, Jan. 16, 2014

Rachel Elizabeth Hammock Norris

Died Jan. 8, 2014 Rachel Elizabeth Hammock Norris, 88, died Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2014.

Born in Bostwick, she was the daughter of the late Tracey S. Hammock Sr., and Minnie Lee Peppers Hammock and was the widow of Hurshel Lee Norris. She worked for the Athens Police Department for a number of years. She was a member of Green Acres Baptist Church where she taught preschool and was a member of the Open Hands Sunday School Class.

Survivors include her children, Van Norris and his fiancé Julie Mitchell of Hoschton, Judy Teasley and her husband Danny of Jefferson, Kathy Barrett and her husband David of Gainesville and Lori Daniel and her husband Derek of Bogart; grandchildren, DeAnna Hill and her husband Andy, Christina Bouknecht, David Barrett Jr., and his wife Lori, Tim Daniel and his wife Virginia, Lindsey Daniel and Stephanie Lynn Norris; and five great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, at Green Acres Baptist Church with Dr. Buddy Parrish officiating. Interment was in the Bostwick Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Lord and Stephens, East, Gainesville The Paper, Jan. 16, 2014

Edith Pilar Olivares

Died Jan. 5, 2014 Edith Pilar Olivares, 79, of Winder, died Sunday, Jan. 5, 2014.

She had an unconditional love for her family and prayed for them. She also loved to cook, to sew and loved life itself. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hector Olivares, and son, Luis Hernan Olivares.

Survivors include her sons, Horacio Hartley Olivares of Florida, Greg Kirk Olivares of Ballground and Paul Bernard Olivares of Lilburn; daughters, Lucrecia Pilar Melton of Florida, Rita Marie Table of Stone Mountain and Vivian Rose O’Connor of Winder; brothers and sisters, Fresia, Luis, Sara, Lalo, Nina, Nino and Silvia; grandchildren, Heather Tate, Jenifer Robinson, Luis Olivares Jr., Laura Olivares, Christopher Olivares, Elizabeth Olivares, Nathan Olivares, Joseph Olivares, Danielle Olivares, Leslie Olivares George and Vincent Gordy; and great-grandchildren, Lauren Kostyk, Alyssah Rob-

at 11 a.m. for worship.

Bible study this month features the book of Romans. The classes are led by Pastor Whit Martin.

The youth meet on Sundays at 5 p.m.; Sunday school is at 9:45 a.m. with coffee and biscuits. For additional information about the Children’s Ministry and the Youth Ministry, call the church office at 706-654-2406 The Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts Troop 146 and Pack 146 meet at 7 p.m. on Monday; The Braselton Yarners meet at noon on Tuesdays. sss

Prince of Peace Catholic Church, located at 6432 Spout Springs Road, is hosting Catholics Returning Home from Jan. 13 to March 24, presents a series of informative sessions on Monday evenings from 7:30-9 p.m. If you are an adult who is seeking to return or would like to discuss concerns, this is an opportunity for you to do so in a welcoming and non-judgmental environment. Contact Nick or Jan Nichols at 678960-4383 or visit www. popcatholicchurch.org sss

inson, Sadie Robinson, Emily Sharon Palmer and Analeigh Eden Rose George.

Funeral services were held Saturday, Jan. 11, 2014, at the Lawson Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of flowers, a love offering may be made to the family.

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ceive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 1-2 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Operation Christmas Child Fund, P.O. Box 37, Commerce, GA 30529 or a charity of your choice.

Little-War Funeral Home, Commerce The Paper, Jan. 16, 2014

Shelby J. Pace

Died Jan. 12, 2014 Shelby J. Pace, 66, of Maysville, died Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014.

She was the daughter of the late Franklin Lonzo Mathis and the late Mable Miles Mathis. Survivors include her husband, George Pace; children, Michael George Pace of Winder and Lisa Michelle Pickelsimer of Winterville; three grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.

Services will be held in the chapel of the Ivie Funeral Home at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2014, with the Rev. David Harbin and the Rev. Donald Phillips officiating. Interment will follow at Jackson Memorial.

Ivie Funeral Home, Commerce The Paper, Jan. 16, 2014

Runell H. Skinner

Died Jan. 8, 2014 Runell H. Skinner, 89, beloved wife of James Skinner of Winder, entered into rest on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2014, at Un I Pac Athens Nursing Heritage Nursing Home.

A memorial service was held Friday, Jan. 10, 2014, in Smith Memory Chapel.

Survivors include her husband, James Skinner; daughters, Jan (Edward “Buck) Cronic of Bethlehem and Eva (Lannie) Townsend of Winterville; son, Author Lee Skinner; seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a great-greatgrandchild.

Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, Jan. 16, 2014

Larry Smith

Died Jan. 10, 2014 Larry Smith, 72, of Commerce, died Friday, Jan. 10, 2014, at Peachtree Village.

Born in Commerce, he was a son of the late Selwyn and Zuline Thompson Smith.

Mr. Smith was of the Presbyterian faith. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, and worked for Delta Airlines.

Survivors include his sisters, Hilda Hill of Commerce and Guelda Granade of Conyers.

Memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2014, in the chapel of Little-Ward Funeral Home with the Rev. Dean Hill officiating. The family will re-

Terry Tarpley

Died Jan. 6, 2014 Mr. Terry Tarpley, 56, of Loganville, died Monday, Jan. 6, 2014, at his residence.

A native of Farmington, he was the son of the late Terrell and Gladys Duvall Tarpley.

He was a U. S. Navy veteran and had attended Grace Baptist Church. He was a heating and air conditioning technician with the Feldman Group.

Survivors include his daughter, Nikki (Roger Dean) Ozbolt; two granddaughters; sisters, Cheryll Ann Hyde, Judy Tarpley and Janice Sue Moss; several nieces and nephews; a great-nephew; a great-niece; longtime friend for more than 35 years, Tim Hulsey; dedicated caregiver, Janice Renee’ Kirkland; and pet and best friend, Daisey.

A memorial service was held Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, at Grace Baptist Church in Watkinsville, with the Rev. Ed Strickland officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Grace Baptist Church, 6401 Hog Mountain Road, Watkinsville, GA 30677.

Carter Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, Jan. 16, 2014

Lewis Junior Ward

Died Jan. 8, 2014 Lewis Junior Ward, 70, of Maysville, died Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2014.

He was a son of the late L.B and MayBell Morris Ward.

Survivors include his wife, Hilda Mintz Ward; daughter, Teresa Ward Brock; son-inlaw, Dennis Brock; granddaughter, Alexandria Brock; siblings, Jimmy Lou Brown and Lawrence Ward, both of Maysville, Ann Echols and Judy Baird both of Commerce, Peggy Bosclair and Shirley James both of Homer, Brenda Allison and Vickie English, both of Helen, and Frances Skelton of Hoschton.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2014, at Unity Christian Church in Maysville with the Rev. Mike Thompson officiating. Interment followed in the Anderson-Mintz Family Cemetery.

Ivie Funeral Home, Commerce The Paper, Jan. 16, 2014

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Gainesville had its own ‘Ellie’druggist In the first season of “The Andy Griffith Show,” the town folks of Mayberry are surprised by the arrival of a female druggist at the local drugstore.

Ellie Walker, played by Elinor Donahue, was the niece of Fred Walker, the druggist who owned the store and came to town to help out Uncle Fred. She stirred things up when she refused to give Emma Brand her pills without a prescription. Turns out Uncle Fred gave Emma sugar pills with no medicinal value, but they seemed to cure whatever was ailing poor old Emma.

Ellie also became the romantic interest of Sheriff Andy Taylor. Later that year, they conspired to play matchmaker between Deputy Barney Fife and eligible Mayberry socialite Thelma Lou. We never knew Thelma Lou’s last name. However, she graduated from Mayberry Union High the same year as Andy and Barney.

We never knew what she did for a living, except for a reference to an office.

Six years earlier, Gainesville had its own version of Ellie Walker in the person of Jo Ann Adams.

Jo Ann was not the love interest of the sheriff. For 62 years, she was the love of Bob Adams, who owned a family moving company.

Jo Ann attended the University of Georgia during the years of World War II, when most of the men of college age were fighting the war. During her studies in Athens, she lived in a fraternity house, which was empty of its brethren.

In that era, pharmacists, or druggists as they were often called, were called “Doc” or “Doctor.” They often sported a white tunic, as did medical doctors.

While folks loved Jo Ann, they didn’t exactly cotton up to calling her “Doc.” Her son, Jimmy, told me sometimes customers or doctors would call the drugstore and ask to speak to the druggist.

When Jo Ann told them she was one, they sometimes

Harris Blackwood asked to speak to one of the men.

If the story stopped there, it would be enough to call Jo Ann Adams a pioneer or trailblazer.

But in 1954, Jo Ann went into business with Charlie Johnson to start Riverside Pharmacy, which was considered “out from town” on Riverside Drive. Gainesville was already a four-drugstore town, all right on the square where business was done.

Folks weren’t exactly predicting success for a store with a lady druggist at a location considered too far out from the city. A few years later, they also incorrectly predicted no one would drive way out on Green Street to go to First Baptist Church.

On Jan. 6, Riverside Pharmacy celebrated its 60th anniversary. Interestingly, there is no longer any drugstores on the town square.

Jo Ann Adams had two children, Al and Jane, when Riverside opened. She had two more, Sally and Jimmy, along the way. Jane followed her mother into the pharmacy business and has a local store in Forsyth, near Macon.

Jo Ann earned the respect of her many customers and came to the store after hours to get medicine for folks who were sick. Unlike her male counterparts, she also gave advice on gifts of perfume.

Jo Ann hung up her mortar and pestle (if you don’t know, look it up) in the 1980s, when computers became the order of the day.

She handled a man’s world, but not a computerized one.

She blazed a mighty fine trail on Riverside Drive.

Harris Blackwood is a Gainesville resident whose column appears weekly.

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Mama knew how to save a dollar It was a couple of years before Mama just up and died, without warning and when we least expected it, that I was visiting her one day.

I recall it precisely.

I was sitting on the edge of the sofa and she was in her well-worn recliner, sipping coffee. A look came over her face that was always specific to a well thought-out announcement.

She tilted her head to the side, raised an eyebrow and said, “If I knew that I’d live long enough to get enough use out of it, I’d buy me a new bedroom suite.”

That, of course, would have been an excellent idea. After all, her bedroom suite was an inexpensive Art Deco style from the early 1940s when she and Daddy married. The mattress and box springs was a set I had given her from a guest room. When she had been recovering from a hospital visit, she had stayed with me and said repeatedly how much she loved that mattress. So, at first opportunity, I gave it to her.

“I think that is excellent idea,” I exclaimed. “You

Ronda Rich need to buy exactly what you want. I’ll take you shopping so you can pick it out.”

She took a sip of coffee and shook her head. “No. It’s a waste of money. I’m not going to live that many more years then you kids would just have to do something with it. I’ll just make do with what I’ve got.”

These kinds of conversations aggravated me beyond measure. It was obvious she had thought a great deal about it, she wanted it and she had the money, but she refused to make the purchase. It took me a long time to realize — and by the time I did, Mama was gone — that a lifetime of watching every dollar doesn’t ever go away. It hangs like an early morning mist over the heads of those who have made it a fervent practice. Mama was one of those.

She was a smart one. And

a lucky one.

A few years ago, I needed some help in the yard and was referred to a man who needed the work.

The second day he showed up, I opened the door to find him leaning against the porch column, looking as if he might collapse any moment.

“Are you OK?” I asked, alarmed.

He nodded weakly.

“Yeah, I just ain’t had nothin’ to eat today. We’re out of food and I ain’t ate since yesterday.”

I opened the door wide.

“Come in and let me feed you.”

“Oh no!” he said. “We get our food stamps today and my wife’s buying steaks for supper. She’ll throw a fit if I eat before supper.”

I protested but he stuck to his ground. A couple of hours later, I went out to check on his progress and he asked if rain was coming.

“I don’t know. I haven’t seen the weather,” I said.

He stood up and scratched his head. “Do you have Direct TV? Because if you do, there’s a button you can push on the

remote and it’ll give you the weather.”

It took a second. Sometimes I’m a bit slow on the uptake. He continued to talk on with great knowledge about satellite television until I interrupted him.

“Do you have satellite TV?” “Oh yeah, I got the whole package.”

Now here’s a man who hadn’t had food in 24 hours, was waiting on his food stamps to buy steaks, but he had satellite television.

What’s wrong with that picture?

In our house, shelter and food were paid first.

Debts were paid off, then any extras were purchased if they were purchased at all. Now, my parents had money worries from time to time when emergencies arose but, for the most part, money problems never kept them awake at night.

And that is one of the greatest — and freest — luxuries in life.

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.

Black shoes with watermelon: Why not?

My wife is out of town for a couple of days, which means a couple of things.

First, we’ll eat pizza for dinner. And breakfast.

And my children will have carte blanche (French for “let the buyer beware”) on what they wear. This often presents issues.

The last time my wife went out of town for a couple of days, I came home to her standing in the doorway, hands on hips, right foot a-tapping.

“Uh oh,” I thought as soon as I recognized the universal wife’s gesture of “You’ve done something wrong and I’m waiting on you to talk about it.”

But what had I done?

Or what had she found? I burned those pictures from my bachelor party. That can’t be it. I wore socks to church last Sunday. I left her at least a spoonful of chocolate chip mint ice cream in the fridge.

“Who dressed our child today?”

Whew! Good. It wasn’t about the mess I left in the bathroom trying to build a robot.

Len Robbins “Uh, I did.”

“Well ...” She then went on to tell me that when I dressed our (then) 5-yearold son for school, I had let him pick out his own clothes – not the clothes she had chosen for him before she left town.

“So?” I replied.

“So, it doesn’t match,” she told me like I should know better. What’s she talking about? She knows I don’t know better.

“Yes it did too match,” I replied indignantly.

“No, it did not,” she responded sharply about the dark green T-shirt he wore with dark blue jeans.

“And not only did he not match on picture day, but it wasn’t weather appropriate. You sent him to school in the middle of winter with sandals on, and his brother’s jeans that are

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three sizes too big.”

Apparently, I can’t match clothing, or sizes, or recognize the change of seasons.

To prove this point, my wife then brought up the watermelon incident as proof.

Years and years ago, we were going to some kind of “spring” party, and my wife asked me to dress our daughter in the “watermelon” outfit. I was so proud of myself that I was actually able to find the watermelon outfit. It was pink and green and had watermelons on it (that’s what tipped me off). So I dressed our daughter in the outfit and then put some black shoes on her.

When we appeared at the door ready to go, my wife started laughing hysterically.

As is my practice when someone looks at me and laughs hysterically, I looked down at my zipper.

Nope.

“What are you laughing at?”

“Those shoes don’t match that outfit, silly,” my wife chortled.

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“Huh, yeah they do,” I retorted, sort of miffed. I did find the outfit.

“Black shoes? She can’t wear black shoes with that,” she said.

“Yes she can,” I replied.

“They’re the seeds. Watermelons are pink and green with black seeds.”

Who made up these rules anyway? And where are they posted? I’d like to see them.

Where is it written that you can’t wear a swimsuit to bed? Why can’t you wear a sweater with shorts? Why do we have to iron my son’s pants? He doesn’t care. It’s not like he’s going to a job interview.

I read a passage once about a football coach who asked one of his players: “What’s wrong with you?

Are you ignorant or apathetic?”

The player replied: “Coach, I don’t know and I don’t care.”

My feelings exactly.

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

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Sports Hawks struggle at home in tough region matchups

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

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A game in which the Lady Hawks wanted revenge, the Mountain View High School girls’ basketball team found a way to win late in the fourth quarter of the Jan. 10 game, but not without a lot of drama along the way.

Down 31-30 at the end of the third quarter, Mill Creek’s Madison Phillips belted a 3-pointer to tie the game at 35 all. But with 38 seconds left in the regulation, Mountain View banked a few lucky shots and led 44-40. From there, a steal and score by the Bears finished the job with a score of 46-43.

The second half certainly was no indication as to how the Hawks played in the first half. Phillips drilled a shot from beyond the arc to open Mill Creek’s scoring drive and added another moments later, anchoring the Hawks to an 8-3 lead. Phillips finished the night with 13 points.

Through solid ball movement and awareness on the court, the Hawks controlled the tempo throughout most of the first half.

After a technical foul issued to Mountain View, the Bears were hungry to get a defensive stop but Shannon McCrosson spun her way out of multiple defenders, setting up a scoring play for Meredith Schulte.

The Bears came out furious in the second half and sent a message that they wouldn’t back down easily. MVHS took a one-point lead and did not relinquish it.

Mountain View constantly attacked Schulte, a Division 1-A prospect who has scored 20 or more points in four games. A balanced defensive attack prevented Schulte from getting to the basket frequently.

The Lady Hawks had to face another challenge the very next day in a tight region showdown against Norcross High School.

Mill Creek stayed in the game for all three quarters, but a late surge in the fourth quarter by the Lady Blue Devils catapulted them to a 45-33 win.

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DESTINED FOR GREATNESS The Jefferson High School wrestling team won its 13th consecutive duals title

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

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Last weekend in the Macon Coliseum, the Jefferson High School wrestling team made history when it won its 13th consecutive state duals, giving them the longest win streak in the sport, in any classification and in the history of the state.

The Dragons weren’t ready for its win streak to die and many of its wrestlers stepped up to the challenge to keep the legacy alive.

Jefferson started took a 61-18 win over Pepperrell in the first round of action, followed by a close victory over Toombs County 47-34.

Jackson Bowen (220), Deshon Lester (195), Caleb Little (160) and Michael Paolozzi (heavyweight) shined in the final round, winning by pin. Eight wrestlers went through the entire weekend undefeated, including Ben Kelly, Tyler Marinelli, Mitchell McGhee and Tanner Thurmond.

Tanner, son of coach Thurmond, has grown under the tutelage of one of the best wrestling coaches in the country and has watched his father build a dynasty; however he said nothing compares to getting his own taste of glory.

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From left to right: Deshon Lester (195) and Jackson Bowen (220) won by pin in the finale against Bremen.

Hawks battle Spartans, Bears in dual meet

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

Lady Hawk Schulte becomes scoring machine for Mill Creek

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

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The Mill Creek High School wrestling team didn’t qualify for state but wanted to stay active and did so in a four-man tournament at Greater Atlanta Christian this past weekend. GAC, Holy Innocents, Mill Creek and Mountain View competed in the duals meet.

The Hawks suffered a 67-17 loss against the GAC Spartans which earned quite a few points through pins.

In its second competition, Mill Creek led 10-0 to start with Marcos Rosenkjer taking the first win.

Rosenkjer faced a long battle against GAC, eventually going three rounds but coming up short with the win. However, he showed no signs of struggle against Mountain View and set the tone for Mill Creek’s early advantage. Cody Wheeler, who went undefeated on the day, carried the momentum into the second matchup.

Yet the bottom of the order was too strong for MCHS although Bobby Klemm secured a win for the Hawks in the heavyweight division.

The Hawks will return to action tomorrow at Forsyth Central to open its first long traditional tournament. The first match is set for 5 p.m. and will continue Saturday at 9 a.m.

With the departure of last year’s top scorer Nadiya Miller, Mill Creek High School junior Meredith Schulte has become a big asset to the Lady Hawks basketball team.

Rated as a four-star recruit by prospectnation.com, Schulte has scored 20 or more points four times this season. Schulte says she likes her role as a dominant scorer but notes she isn’t the only one that has stepped up.

“I think a lot of other players have been key contributors as well,” said Schulte.

Schulte has received interest from many schools and likes the idea of playing Division 1-A basketball.

“I would like to play at that level. I’ve made trips to George Washington University and Tulane University,” Schulte stated.

Schulte says she is humbled by being named one of the best basketball players in the state and said her growth in the game has come as a bit of shock.

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Cody Wheeler went undefeated for Mill Creek in a long duals meet at GAC.

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JCCHS splits games with cross town rival East Jackson

BY KYLE FUNDERBURK

For The Paper

A tough night shooting was too much for Jackson County Comprehensive High School to overcome as the Panthers fell to rival East Jackson High School, 58-47, in a Jan. 10 game that was cut short when an altercation between spectators got out of hand.

East Jackson led by 11 with only 14.5 seconds left and both coaches decided the game should be called before anything else happened.

Overall, the Panthers shot just 18 of 51 from the field and 7 of 29 from the free throw line.

“We didn’t do a good job from the free throw line,” said head coach Mark DeFoor. “We didn’t do a good job of shooting the ball

anyway. We probably shot as bad tonight as ever. That was the difference in the game. We weren’t scoring and, when you can’t score from the free throw line, you are in for a long night.”

Despite the poor performance shooting the ball, the Panthers still kept the game close, trailing by only one point at the end of each quarter.

However, the inability to score points caught up with the JCCHS in the fourth quarter as they fell behind 11 points in the final minutes of the game.

“Give East Jackson credit,” DeFoor said. “They did what they had to do to win, but for us, tonight was just one of those nights.”

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Jackson County Comprehensive High School will be the site of the second annual Jackson County Future Panther Winter Hitting and Pitching Clinic. The Hitting clinic will take place Jan. 20-21 from 6-8 p.m. The pitching clinic will be held Feb. 3-4 from 6-8 p.m. The camp is open to youth in grades third through seventh. The cost is $20 per clinic and $30 if you attend both. For more information, contact JCCHS head coach Tommy Fountain at 770530-8975 or email him at tfountain@jackson.k12.ga.us

Former Atlanta Falcons linebacker Chris Draft is one of the supporters of the Taste of the NFL and the Kick Hunger Challenge that raises money for hunger relief in the United States. Anyone interested in participating should visit www.tasteofthenfl.com. All money that is raised will be donated to the Atlanta Community Food Bank.

On Jan. 18, Road Atlanta will open its gates for 5k and 10k run that will benefit the World Language Academy on Highway 53 in Hoschton. Entry fees are $30 for both runs before Jan. 17. Those wishing to run as a team of five or more will get $5 off. The World Language Academy is a distinct elementary school that offers a world language academy and dualimmersion. Registration will be at 7:30 a.m.; the 10K will take place at 9 a.m. and the 5K at 10:30 a.m. The fun run, which is 1K will kick-off at 11:30 a.m. For more information, contact April Brass at aprilallyear@msn.com.

More info can about also be found at roadatlanta.com or 1-800-849-RACE.

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Continued from 1B A 3-pointer by Schulte in the fourth quarter aided the Hawks to a one-point lead but NHS used a 14-4 run to squeak past the Hawks on the road. The defensive prowess of Norcross came out in the fourth quarter as well, holding MCHS to just one point after the Hawks took a 32-31 lead.

Lady Blue Devil Brie Williams led the pack with 12 points.

Schulte finished with 12 and Tatum Ragsdale added eight.

The boys, however, stole the show against the Bears, including two emphatic dunks by Chase Duffy. Duffy dropped a two-pointer and added two from the charity stripe for an early lead.

The rest of the first half was owned by the Hawks with multiple scorers including Scotty Chadwick, Shaheim Powell and Ryan Dobbs, who banked a buzzer-beater 3-pointer to close out the first quarter.

Up 29-26 midway through the third, Christian Mancillas completed a beautiful spin move to the basket as the Hawks continued to attack the boards. The Bears fell 56-47 in a game they were able to keep close in the third quarter.

However against Norcross, the Hawks struggled offensively and saw a different lineup as a couple of football players returned to the court, helping the Blue Devils en route to a 73-38 win.

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Chase Duffy lights up the crowd with a two-hand jam.

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Meredith Schulte (22) tries to get past a Duluth defender.

“It’s really neat how prospectnation.com does their ratings. It was a goal for me to compete at the level I am now. I’m kind of surprised because I’ve grown a lot recently since my freshman year,” stated Schulte.

Schulte said she can’t live without basketball and, now that her AAU team has dissolved due to a large number of her teammates committing to play in college, Schulte will continue to attend more camps during the offseason while searching for a new AAU home. She also credited the camps to her growth in the sport.

“If I’m not playing, I’m bored,” Schulte said in regard to life off the court.

“The camps are [nice] because they really help me attack more, especially when I shift from left and right. I feel like it makes me more versatile.”

Schulte has the potential to be a five-star athlete and says she knows she can reach new heights once she perfects a few areas of her game.

“I definitely need to get better defensively and work on my attack to the basket in terms of being stronger and going to the basket,” said Schulte.

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“It feels awesome! Every state title is different and special. Every wrestler and team has their own ‘story’. As a kid I watched I watched the streak begin to build from the sidelines but to actually be part of a championship team is amazing,” Thurmond said.

The Dragons don’t typically keep its enemies close but a 13 point win over Toombs County proved they needed to regroup and focus for a long battle against the Cougars.

“Toombs County is tough, espe-

cially in their heavier weights. Yet, we came back the next day very focused to put forth our best effort,” said Thurmond.

Thurmond believes it was definitely a “team win” saying no one lacked intensity and dubbed every teammate the most valuable player.

“There were a lot of guys that competed at a high level. It’s hard to pinpoint one person because I feel as though everyone gave 100 percent,” said Thurmond.

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Jack Dollar (top) and Caleb “Bam” Little (bottom) dominated in their respective weight categories in the duals season.

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Continued from 1B The Panthers kept the game close by coming up with 38 rebounds. Layson Giles grabbed 15 of those while Hakeem Samuals secured 13. However, both of them got into foul trouble late and East Jackson exploited that in the fourth quarter.

“They were doing a great job on the boards and not having them in there for an extended period of time hurt us,” DeFoor said. “[East Jackson] took advantage of them being out of the game.”

A near perfect game from the free throw line and big performances from Kieanna Ledford and Shelton Kendrix propelled the Lady Panthers to a 43-33 win over East Jackson.

As a team, the Lady Panthers completed 22 of their 28 free throws. Most of those came from Kendrix, who went 12 of 14.

“That’s what we hang our hat on,” said Panthers head coach Julie McCutcheon about her team’s performance at the free throw line. “That’s what we preach every day. You can either a win a game or lose a game from the line; fortunately, it seemed to come together tonight.”

The game included several big runs for both squads. East Jackson jumped out to an 11-7 lead at the end of the first quarter but the Lady Panthers battled back and outscored the Eagles 15-4 in the second quarter to take a 22-15 lead into halftime.

Both teams had trouble scoring in the third quarter with both only scoring five points each. Jackson County went into the final quarter leading 27-20. Yet, they managed to pull farther away in the fourth quarter to win 43-33.

“To win this makes us feel like it paid off to play a tough non-region schedule, McCutcheon said.

Ledford answered the call with JCCHS missing two of their normal starters, finishing with 17 rebounds and eight points “We’re very proud of her,” McCutcheon said. “I think Kieanna decided she was going to take on their roles tonight. That’s who we gave the game ball to at the end of the game.”

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Area author dispenses New Year’s tips on air

By KATIE GRIFFIN

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Local author Danny Kofke recently appeared on Fox and Friends to discuss some money saving tips for the New Year.

Kofke’s book was published in 2011 and is entitled, “A Simple Book of Financial Wisdom: Teach Yourself (and Your Kids) How to Live Wealthy with Little Money”. During the Fox and Friends interview, Kofke provided a list of five things to do in order to save money now and throughout the year.

“The first thing on my list is to write down your major monthly expenses on a sticky note in your check book,” said Danny Kofke, who is also a middle school educator. “This allows us to see what bills need to be paid on any given day.”

Kofke says the sticky note could have the numbers of the month and the amount the bill is due beside the date so that at any given day during the month, he can always know what has or has not been paid yet and also to know what is coming up.

The second point on his list is to deduct expenses before spending any money. If an employee makes $2,800 a month but spends $2,000 on all major bills like mortgage, car payment, utility bill, cable/satellite, phone and Internet, then that person will only have $800 left that month to spend on gas, entertainment and groceries.

The third point to eliminate the cost of gym memberships.

“I am all for exercising but how many people have gym memberships and have not been there for six months?” said Kofke.

He says it is easy to get caught up in the hype of setting New Year resolution of losing weight, but that hype usually gets lost after Valentine’s Day so to avoid wasting money, exercise outside or in your home for free.

The fourth point is to not use Quick Delivery options if shopping or ordering anything online.

“In the instant gratification days we live in, many people order things online and have these items shipped by priority mail. If you cannot wait the standard shipping time frame (usually between five to 10 days) for something to arrive, you may want to consider doing without that item completely,” said Kofke.

The fifth and final point is to order water when going out to eat to avoid spending over $2 on tea or soda per person. If a family of four dines out, they could spend over $8 on

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Ronda Rich’s novel is coming to TV Readers of syndicated columnist Ronda Rich, whose column appears in The Paper, can tune in on Sunday for an original movie based on her novel, The town That Came A-Courtin’.

Rich’s novel as well as her other books are popular with readers from all across the country. Remember that recently a survey showed that the southern speech is considered appealing to the ears and know that a sweet love story is good for the heart.

On Facebook, the author had been sharing her enthusiasm related to the filming of the movie in which she has an appearance.

She and husband Tink had an opportunity to meet and become good friends with one of the movie’s stars on whom a young Tink had a crush. If you have an opportunity to hear a speech by Ronda, you should and you’ll likely hear the story – it’s a sweet connection which Ronda is sure was heaven sent.

You can read Ronda’s column weekly on our Forum page.

– Editor Now about the movie....

UP, America’s favorite channel for uplifting entertainment, presents the UP Original Movie The Town That Came A-Courtin’, starring Valerie Harper (“Mary Tyler Moore Show,” “Rhoda”), Lauren Holly (“NCIS,” “Motive”), Cameron Bancroft (“24,” “Beverly Hills: 90210”) and Lucie Guest (“Heath Nutz,” “Blackstone”).

The film is produced by Odyssey Media Inc. and directed by David Winning (“XIII: The Series,” “Andromeda”).

The Town That Came A-Courtin’ is based on best-selling author and Barrow County News columnist Ronda Rich’s novel and loosely based on an experience that she had during a book tour.

Sheryl J. Anderson (“Charmed”) wrote the adapted script. The Town That Came A-Courtin’ premieres exclusively on UP at 7 p.m.

EST on Sunday, Jan. 19, with encores at 9 and 11 p.m.

Abby Houston (Lauren Holly) is a smart, beautiful, successful author and fiercely independent Southern woman. When we meet her, she is curiously being kept captive in a remote cabin in the woods by an obsessed fan, Walter (Hargrave).

Days earlier, Abby and her publicist Jamie (Guest) were visiting the lovely town of Bliss, Mississippi on her most recent book tour.

In Bliss, local Magnolia Blossom B&B owner Charlotte (Harper) and their well-meaning prayer chain have big plans for Abby – as the perfect match for their widowed Mayor Spencer Alexander (Bancroft), a single dad of two.

A series of collisions, several bouquets and numerous good words later, Abby relents to having dinner with Spencer and finds a handsome, earnest man.

Eagerly encouraged by the entire town, they embark on a whirlwind, public romance.

But just as they are about to share a first kiss, Spencer is reminded of his late wife and abruptly pulls back.

Hurt and sad, Abby is determined to leave Bliss behind, only to find her obsessed fan waiting. With phones buzzing and the town

mobilized, what happens next will determine her future.

“UP is thrilled to have the always inspirational Valerie Harper as part of our talented The Town That Came A-Courtin’ cast,” said Leslie Glenn Chesloff, executive vice president of programming, UP. “Joined by Lauren Holly, Cameron Bancroft, and Lucie Guest, this uplifting, sometimes bumpy romance showcases how a community’s spirit and good will can help people connect and find each other.”

UP presents an Odyssey Media Inc. production. The Town That Came A-Courtin’ stars Valerie Harper, Lauren Holly, Cameron Bancroft and Lucie Guest. Directed by David Winning. Kirk Shaw, Stan Spry, Rich Middlemas, Mary Beth Sparrows and Eric Andrews are executive producers. Casting by Bim Narine. Director of Photography is Curtis Petersen. Editor is Sabrina Pitre.

Composer is Michael Thomas. Adapted screenplay by Sheryl J. Anderson.

Debbie Griffiths’ book to become ‘Patchwork Dreams’ on big screen

By FARAH BOHANNON

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Jon Vitt is involved with Angel Flight Soars and strives to keep his brother’s legacy of giving going through his own volunteer efforts and by sharing about it his book.

‘Life of Flight’ shows how pilot was inspired to serve

By KATIE GRIFFIN

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Jon Vitt of Buford published a new book titled “Life of Flight – 100 Hours from my Logbook” about his personal experiences and struggles toward his pilot’s license. In part, the book is a tribute to his brother and the connection they share with a special nonprofit.

“The title is a memoir detailing 30 years from my first flying lesson with my late brother when I was 13 to getting my pilot’s license and flight experiences beyond to the 100-hour mark in my logbook,” said Vitt.

He then explained that his older brother by 10 years, Gary, sparked his interest in flying at the age of 15 and so Jon would’ve been around 5 years old. So at a very young age, airplanes became a large part of his life. He always admired his brother for his determination to fly. Unfortunately, the Vitts lost Gary in a tragic car accident in 2004 and, instead of burying him, he was cremated and, fittingly, the family scattered his ashes out of a plane.

“As we were landing the plane from scattering my brother’s ashes, that’s when I decided to finish my schooling and to get my pilot’s license,” said Vitt.

Vitt explained that his brother played

a major role in his inspiration to write the book as well as his desire to give a large portion of his profit to the non-profit organization, Angel Flight Soars. Angel Flight Soars is a volunteer pilot organization serving those who reside in, are traveling to or through the states of Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, North and South Carolina. AFS is known for giving free medical flights to patients who can’t afford to get to and from a medical facility as well as to wounded veterans so they can return to their families. Angel Flight Soars coordinates seven missions a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. They help families focus on getting better instead of worrying about how to get there. Angel Flight is headquartered at the DeKalb Peachtree Airport in Atlanta.

Vitt recalled that immediately after 9/11 happened, his brother, Gary, called Angel Flight Soars asking how he could help the victims with his piloting abilities. They asked him to fly blood bags to the airport in Boston and he agreed. So Gary spent the day after 9/11 flying several loads of donated blood to help the wounded victims and first responders at Ground Zero.

“I want to keep my brother’s legacy of giving going,” said Vitt.

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Some of the most inspirational stories come from those who have undergone difficult times. This is true for Hoschton resident Debbie Griffiths, who grew up in a home of alcoholics on what was called the wrong side of town in Thomasville in south Georgia. She was an awkward young girl who experienced things that children should never have to endure, but her healing process and determination has helped bring her to who she is today. She is a successful entrepreneur and author.

Once Griffiths reached adulthood, she did not allow her difficult childhood affect her.

In fact, she put all of the unpleasant memories behind her and decided to start a retirement home, Southern Pines, in her hometown which has grown tremendously.

Griffiths retired at age 48 and says she’s always been “a lady of leisure,” but she used this time to write her memoir, “Little Lady, Big Dream,” which showcases the struggles and memories of her childhood.

“I felt like I had an interesting life and, by sharing my story, I could encourage others to overcome life obstacles and follow their dreams,” said Griffiths. “It’s a spiritual memoir, filled with inspirational stories about childhood stories of being different.”

She wrote and self-published the first edition in Griffiths 2007. In 2013, Tate Publishing picked up the book and had Griffiths write a few more stories, so

there are two editions.

Without sharing too much information, the memoir showcases feelings of rejection and unworthiness and how Griffiths overcame these feelings and achieved success.

“It really is a life story. It literally is about growing up on the wrong side of the railroad track, then how I became a determined female entrepreneur. I was probably the last person the people in my town thought would have a dream and make it happen,” said Griffiths.

Griffiths was proud of her memoir’s success since it continued to grow and inspire more readers. In fact, her story grew so much that Michael McClendon will work as a screenwriter and director for a film. “Patchwork Dreams” is the future motion picture that will be based off “Little Lady, Big Dream.” Griffths said she thought long and hard about this opportunity that fell into her lap and eventually decided to go for it.

“I think the movie based off of my book has a lot of potential,” said Griffiths.

“I am following my dreams and I know that God is leading the way. Life is like a patchwork quilt. Quilts are made of little patches put together to make something beautiful, which is how I feel about my life.”

Filming for “Patchwork Dreams” begins in March.

To be inspired by Hoschton resident Debbie Griffith’s story, “Little Lady, Big Dream” at www.tatepublishing.com/bookstore, www.barnesandnoble.com or www.amazon.com.

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Husband’s lack of participation in family life upsets wife Dear John: This year, I decided what to buy my husband’s parents for their birthdays, bought the items, wrapped them and boxed them up.

I then asked my husband to mail the package. The package sat around for two weeks.

I reminded him once during that time, but then in an extremely angry frame of mind, I finally mailed it myself.

Meanwhile, he had time to get a haircut and his car tuned, but not to mail presents to his parents!

This is not an unusual occurrence. What should I do in the future? Let him take care of presents for his parents? And if they don’t receive any, don’t worry about it?

Or should I just resign myself to doing it all? — Fed Up, in Fayetteville, N.C. Dear Fed Up: In truth, the choice is yours.

Should you choose the first route and delegate this task to him, you must first release yourself of the obligation and recognize that

John Gray the consequences of his actions are his alone.

After all, he is a fully grown adult.

Should you choose the second route, do so because you take joy in giving to your in-laws, and don’t be shy at letting them know that the gifts are from YOU. If he wishes to share their thanks, let him know that next time, he can also share the responsibility of giving and that you welcome his participation.

Dear John: Are there ways to know if a spring/ summer relationship will last as a marriage?

He is 30, and I am 43. We started as an affair, but now it has become something more.

Should I limit myself to

dating a younger man that I do love, or do I first try and see if there may be someone more compatible with my age? — Uncertain, in Louisville, Ky. Dear Uncertain: When you write about finding someone “more compatible,” it makes me think that your concerns about this relationship go beyond the issue of age.

If you are thinking that there are other men, closer to your age and/or your interests, that you should meet, then by all means pursue that.

If you’re not ready for a committed relationship, don’t move ahead in haste.

Dear John: I have been married almost six years.

My husband spends all his time on the computer, and we have little to do with each other.

The only time he leaves the computer is to have dinner or use the bathroom.

For the past three years, we don’t even share the same room or bed. My hus-

band rarely touches me and never gives me a kiss.

I have to be the one to kiss him.

Our hugs are so few that my arms ache for someone to hold me. He promises to take me somewhere, and then, at the last minute, he changes his mind, and I either have to go alone or not go at all.

Sometimes, I wonder: “What am I doing here?

What should I do about this?” — Dazed and Confused, in Richmond, Va. Dear Confused: What you describe here is a marriage in name only.

Women accepted this in 1914, but in 2014, the standards we’ve set for a successful marriage have changed.

Since he lives on the Internet, you may want to send him an email explaining how this relationship no longer works for you.

Share what your hopes were for a life partner and what you feel is missing in the relationship you have today.

If he hits “delete,” you

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could not have a clearer signal that it is time for you to move on.

Dear John: I have a close male friend and believe we could take our relationship to a different level, but he says he is not in love with me and never will be.

He says he knows the minute he meets someone if he can have an intimate relationship with her. We are best friends and are very compatible in a lot of ways.

Should I just bide my time and hope for a change? — Can’t Give Up, in Mendocino, Calif.

Dear Can’t Give Up: Trust me, you’ll only get your heart broken, because he is holding out for the chemistry that takes a relationship from stage one of dating and attraction through stage two, uncertainty and beyond.

Your inability to let go may be attributed to the fact that you were not the one who chose not to pursue a closer relationship.

The first step toward releasing this pain is to recognize that he wasn’t the right person for you in the first place.

Your true soul mate can only connect with you if your heart is open to him.

Acknowledge the friendship for what it is and make the choice to let go of anything more than that.

The next step you must take is to fill the void you are currently feeling. This means going out with other friends and also dating new people.

Start today. You can, and will, move beyond this difficult time.

John Gray is the author of “Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus.” If you have a question, write to John by going to www. marsvenus.com. All questions are kept anonymous and will be paraphrased. To find out more about John Gray and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit www.creators.com.

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Community Happenings Hoschton Area Business Alliance. Next meeting Tuesday, Jan. 21, 8:00 am at Country Inn & Suites in Braselton. Guest are welcome to join and see this dynamic group interact, network and share business advice. For more information visit www.officialhba.com or the Facebook page or contact Shawna at 678-761-6866.

District 3 town hall meeting. Jackson County District 3 Commissioner Bruce Yates will have his next town hall meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 21, at the Hoschton Depot. In addition to an update on traffic issues from Georgia Department of Transportation District Engineer Bayne Smith, Sheriff Janis Mangum will talk about public safety and there will be updates on the Comprehensive Plan and the budget. Citizens concerns will also be heard.

Homesteading 101 program. The Jefferson Public Library will host a 1 p.m. program set for Thursday, Jan. 23. Cyndi Ball from Lazy B Farm will discuss how to incorporate aspects of homesteading such as gardening, beekeeping, canning and raising chickens into our own homes and backyards. Located in Statham, Georgia, Lazy B Farm functions as a hands-on classroom to instruct others toward a healthier and more self sufficient lifestyle. For more information, call the library at 706-367-8012.

Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce annual meeting. Roll out the red carpet on Jan. 23 at the Jefferson Civic Center for the 2014 awards banquet and dinner. Tickets are 450 for members and $65 for nonmembers. A table of eight is $400. Contact the Chamber at 706- 387-0300.

Second annual Shadow Shuffle 5K. West Jackson Intermediate School is having the 5K on Saturday, Feb. 1, starting at 2 p.m. All proceeds will be used to purchase instructional materials for West Jackson Intermediate School classrooms. To register for the race, runners can go to the school’s website at http://www.jackson.k12.ga.us/wji/.

Adult registrations are $20 each and students are $5. There is a small processing fee since all registrations will be online this year. Sponsors are also needed. Anyone in the community that would like to sponsor can call the school at 706654-2044.

Braselton Woman’s Club. The community club will meet at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 5, at the Country Inn & Suites, located at 925 Highway 124 in Braselton. Guest speaker will be Debra Swantek, owner of the Braselton Gallery, located at 36 Frances St., in downtown Braselton. Debra will be introducing several artisans who will have their work on display. Everyone is invited to attend and light refreshments will be served.

Questions? Call Jo Longo at 706-654-9266.

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Continued from 3B just drinks so drinking water will save a good chunk of change, especially in

Run Road Atlanta 5K/10K and fun run. Jan. 18, 9 a.m.

Run the track. Road Atlanta, 5300 Winder Hwy., Braselton. Awards, T-shirts, vendor expo. To benefit World Language Academy. Registration closes Jan. 15. $10-$40. www.active.com.

Build It Green. The Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center (GEHC) plans to celebrate STEM (science – technology – engineering – math) with a Build It Green event that highlights the sustainable features of its own building. Build it Green will take place at the GEHC from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 20. Program fees for the event are $5 for ages 13 and older, $3 for ages 3 to 12 and free for children two and younger and GEHC members. Activities for guests at the Build It Green event will include constructing a model building with recycled materials, learning about the relationship between architecture and ecosystems and understanding how green building methods benefit the watershed. For more information on the Build It Green event and the Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center, visit www.gwinnettEHC.org.

Red Carpet Gala Casino Night. Jan. 25, 6:30 p.m.

Sponsored by The Arts Council Smithgall Arts Center. Tickets, $75 individual; $125 per couple.

For tickets, call 770-534-2787 or visit www.

TheArtsCouncil.net.

The annual Friends of the Jefferson Library book sale. The book sale will be from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 31, and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 1, at the Jefferson Civic Center.

Thousands of adults’ and children’s hardbacks and paperbacks will be available at low prices. A special preview night will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 30, for Friends of the Library members. For more information on the book sale or joining Friends of the Library, call the library at 706-367-8012.

Winter Wine Fest. Jefferson Downtown Development Authority is hosting Winter Wine Fest from 6-9 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8, at the Crawford W. Long Museum. Tickets are $25 per person or $40 per couple. Your ticket purchase enters you in a drawing for a Bed & Breakfast Escape to Chateau Elan. The package includes an overnight stay at The Inn, breakfast for two, a wine tasting and tour and a bottle of wine. For tickets, call 706367-5714 or visit MainStreetJefferson.com Peace Place Fire & Ice annual Ball . Set for Feb. 8 at the Winder Community Center, the event is a fundraiser for Peace Place, the shelter serving victims of domestic abuse. The event is a dinner buffet with silent auction and a 50/50 raffle as well as a jewelry raffle. Enjoy dancing and a cash bar. Admission if $50 per person or $90 per couple. Contact 770-307-3633 or peaceplace@ peaceplaceinc.org

the long run.

Kofke says he pitched his book and his tips to a producer since he knew the New Year would be the perfect time to discuss the topic and the guy agreed to do the interview.

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Danny Kofke, pictured with his family, will be writing about teaching children about money in his next book and about King Solomon in a book being written with his pastor, David Walters of The Vine.

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for teaching him how to react correctly because he was able to fix the problem and land safely.

Vitt says the he knows that his book is written toward a narrow audience, but hopes that it will inspire others, like him, who started flight school and didn’t finish, to finish and get their pilot’s license. Flight school is very expensive and difficult so many people begin and don’t finish.

But Vitt did eventually get his recreational pilot’s license and has logged more than 100 hours of flight. He is based out of the Gainesville Airport. The vast majority of his book’s content takes place in local skies over Gwinnett, Lake Lanier, Athens, Gainesville and Atlanta.

“I got my recreational pilot’s license for the joy of flying and sharing my flights with others,” said Vitt.

He encourages other writ-

Continued from 3B Before publishing his book through Ingram Books, Vitt sent excerpts from his book to his parents and siblings and their children and got permission from them to publish what he wrote about them and about his late brother. His family offered guidance and gave approval of the personal excerpts so from there, Vitt also got permission from his flight school instructors to use their names and tail numbers of their planes.

“I wanted my book to be as realistic to my readers as it was to me,” said Vitt.

There is one chapter toward the end that describes one of the scariest situations of his life, when his plane experience mid-air engine failure. He gives credit to his instructors at flight school

Feb. 8 is CASA fundraising event Why attend HeART for Chocolate on Feb. 8 at the Braselton-Stover House?

Picture the evening like this: Enter the lovely venue where you will join friends and perhaps enjoy a drink from the cash bar including special, select cocktails. Listen to classic rock music

by Line 6, a local Dacula band as you stroll, or dance your way through the room, sampling delectable chocolate creations from our finest bakers in the area and making your selections from the many exciting live and silent auction items available this year.

More culinary delights await you with a scrumptious dinner buffet prepared by Cornbread & Caviar.

The silent auction continues throughout the evening until 10 p.m. Beginning at 9 p.m., Nathan Cagle will tickle your funny bone as he leads the live auction.

Dancing will go throughout the evening.

Presenting sponsor for this year’s event is Northeast Georgia Physicians Group.

Last year’s chocolate winner was Ferranti’s Cakery, located in the downtown Jefferson square. This year, Ferranti’s, Publix, Cream & Shuga, Savory Spoon and Just Desserts will all have chocolate creations for sampling and

voting.

Auction items will feature a one-week stay at your choice of two Hartwell Lake homes, a “Capitol Tour” package from Rep. Tommy Benton, including a tour and history of the Capitol, lunch with Tommy and a picture with Gov. Nathan Deal to be arranged during the legislative session, diamond earrings, many wonderful baskets of chocolate, wine, Duck Commander and others, and Wells Fargo’s giant Shamrock Pony along with three little Shamrocks.

All of this fun helps children in foster care by providing an advocate for them. Children in foster care are vulnerable and need someone to be watching out and speaking for them as they progress through the foster care system. Trained volunteers with Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) do just that, helping to ensure that the urgent needs of these children are met and that the court case of their parents progresses with the voice of the children being heard.

For more information about CASA in this area, contact Annette Bates at 706387-6375 or visit www.piedmontcasa. org. Give an abused and neglected child a voice. YOURS.

Master Composter Course being offered If you enjoy working with people, booths at various public education and digging in the dirt and talking “trash,” outreach events.

Clarke County Extension wants you 3. Giving lectures on composting to to become a volunteer Master Com- various civic, community and garden poster with the Athens groups.

Area Master Compost4. Giving hands-on ing Program. Become a presentations or assisting home composting expert staff with school compost and teach your family, programs. friends, neighbors, and DATES: Wednesfellow community memday evenings, Jan. 29 – bers, “How to Compost.”

Wednesday, March 26, Master Composters including two Saturday Sam Ingram are an elite group of volmorning field trips as folAg & Natural Resources unteers who have underlows: Saturday, Feb. 22 Agent for Jackson Co. gone an extensive trainand March 16, 2014. ing class in all aspects of TIMES: 6-8:30 p.m. the composting process, LOCATION: ACC Solid and then use that information to teach Waste Department Administration others how to turn their organic mate- Building Training Room, 725 Hancock rial into a beneficial soil amendment.

Industrial Way, Athens 30605 Expectations: COST: $145 1. Must consent to a background For more information on this procheck (UGA requirement) gram and registration form contact 2. Complete the training course and Amanda Tedrow with Clarke County field trips - (8 classes and 2 field trips) Extension at 706-613-3640 3. Complete class project 4. Volunteer a minimum of 40 hours Sam Ingram is the Agricultural and back to the program Natural Resources Agent for Jackson Typical Volunteer Duties: County Cooperative Extension Ser1. Teaching or assisting staff with vice in Jefferson. Reach him at 706compost workshops.

367-6345 or by email at singram@uga.

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“This type of interview takes a bit of getting used to,” said Kofke. “I am in a room looking at a camera with an ear piece in so I can hear the host talking to me. This can be tough at first since I do not have anyone to look at or play off of – I am just looking into a camera.”

Kofke said he was very pleased with his interview and hopes that his information and his book will help others to get more structure in their finances.

Kofke is working on publishing two more books, possibly this year, and is very excited about his new works.

His working title for one is “Mini Millionaires: Teaching Kids How to Win with Money.” This book will explain how to teach children as young as 3 to start saving money. The second book is also a working title, “The Wisest Book on Wealth Ever Written” and it discusses in depth the many teachings on wealth from King Solomon of Proverbs.

Kofke is writing this book with his pastor, David Walters of The Vine Church.

Kofke’s book is available on www. amazon.com.

ers who, like himself, have manuscript but are not sure whether to publish or not, to look into it and consider selfpublishing. He says that the most important thing is have realistic expectations for your book’s success. His aspiration is not fame and fortune, but to make the funds to make a sizable donation to Angel Flight Soars.

“I’m extremely satisfied with the success of my book so far. Self-publishing is very rewarding,” said Vitt.

Jon and his wife, Patricia, and three kids live in Buford.

For more information about his book, to purchase his book or to contact him, visit his website www.LifeOfFlight100.com. Vitt’s book is also available for purchase on amazon.com and barnesandnoble.com. For more

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Dr. Melina Johnson & Staff

WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING SERVICES: Dentistry for Children and Adults Crowns and Bridges Complete and Partial Dentures Implant Supported Crowns Extractions Dental Hygiene and much more

Dr. Melina Johnson looks forward to serving her patient family every day. Her clinical philosophy is to practice dentistry with honesty and compassion. Dentistry should not equate to a bad experience. Please come get to know us to see how surprisingly pleasant your experience can be!

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DISTRICT 3 TOWN HALL MEETING JACKSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Tuesday, January 21, 2014 • 7:00 p.m. Please join Commissioner Bruce Yates for a town hall meeting to discuss the following topics impacting your community.

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• Bayne Smith, Georgia DOT District Engineer - Hwy. 124 and Hwy 332 Traffic Issues • Sheriff Janis Mangum - Public Safety • Comprehensive Plan Update • County Budget Review • Citizen Concerns

Hoschton Depot 4272 Hwy. 53 All citizens are invited to attend!

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Jobs Dental PITTMAN DENTAL LAB. Model DeptSeeking Experienced Die Trimmer.

Stain & Glaze DeptEntry Level Technician.

Experience a plus, but willing to train the right individual with artistic ability and good eye for color/shades.

Hours: M-TH 8-5, F-8-2.

C & B Technician Experienced in Waxing, Finishing and Pressing.

Send resume to: pittmandentalhr@gmail. com. No phone calls please.

General Sales Agents JOIN THE TIMES TEAM! Professional?

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Primary duties include developing new business while working to meet and exceed monthly sales quotas.

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

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

Applicants should be experienced in 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.

Email your resume and letter of interest

of Braselton, Chateau Élan, Hoschton and Jackson County

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

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The Paper Thursday, January 16, 2014

Jobs Accounting Adult Care, Help Wanted

Child Care, Help Wanted Construction Dental Domestic Education Financial General Sales Agents Maintenance Management Medical Misc. Help Wanted Office/Clerical Part Time Help Wanted Poultry Production Professional Restaurant Help Security Technical Trades Truck Drivers Warehouse

Stuff *Antiques/Collectibles *Appliances *Auctions *Bicycles *Building Supplies *Cemetery Lots For Sale *Christmas Trees *Coins & Jewelry *Computers *Furniture *Guns *Heavy Equipment *Household Items *Lawn Equipment *Livestock *Misc. For Sale *Musical Instruments *Office Equipment *Pets & Supplies

Classification Index

*Sporting Equipment *Tickets *Wanted To Buy *Yard Sale *Yard Sale - Out Of Area

Homes & Real Estate

Homes - Rental Apartments - Furnished Apartments - Unfurnished Business Property For Rent Condominiums for Rent Duplexes For Rent Houses for Rent - Furnished Houses for Rent - Unfurnished Lake Home for Rent Mobile Homes for Rent *Roommates Wanted Rooms for Rent Vacation Property for Rent *Wanted to Rent

Acreage for Sale Business for Sale Business Property for Sale Condominiums for Sale Farms & Farm Land House for Sale - Hall House For Sale - Surrounding Investment Property Lake Home for Sale Lake Property for Sale Lots for Sale Mobile Homes for Sale Mountain Property Real Estate Wanted Surrounding Counties Vacation Property

Wheels

*All Terrain Vehicles *Antique Cars/Trucks *Auto Parts *Auto & Trucks Wanted *Autos for Sale *Four Wheel Drives *Import Cars *Motorcycles *Sport-Utility Vehicles *Tractor Trailers *Trucks *Vans

Recreation *Boats & Marine *RV’s/Travel Trailers

Apr 2013

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

including salary requirements to: hr@ gainesvilletimes.com No phone calls please.

EOE/M/H Entry Level Sales Position Available.

Must be able to communicate well with potential and current customers.

Representative will need to be a team player, speak well on the phone, and willing to learn about our products.

Full time position, M-F 8:30-5:30.

Call Maria at 770-368-8453.

DRIVERS & HELPERS wanted. Must have good MVR and be 21 yrs or over. Make $175 to $200 Daily. Company vehicle provided. Call 678-456-9190

Gainesville Apt. Community has positions available for F/T & P/T Leasing Consultant & F/T Maintenance Service Technicians.

Please fax resume to 770-287-8291 or call 770-287-8292.

Drug Free Workplace.

E.O.E.

Maintenance WAYNE FARMS is seeking a REFRIGERATION CREW LEADER for our Pendergrass plant.

5 yrs previous exp in industrial Refrigeration, food manufacturing industry required (preferably in poultry).

Knowledge of NH3 ammonia equivalent, HAVC units. Crew leader will direct refrigeration techs in electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, & pneumatic maintenance and repair of refrigeration equipment.

Must speak, read, write, & comprehend English.

Able to work any day or night including Saturday & Sunday.

HS diploma or equiv required. 2 yr Technical or Associates Degree a plus. MUST have leadership experience.

We offer medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid vacation & more! Apply at waynefarms.com. EOE

Management SUPERVISOR needed for trucking company in Gainesville, GA. Poultry experience preferred.

Class-A CDL required for potential part-time driving. Pay TBD/Based on exp. Call Walter for more information 540560-1031

Medical 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 Employment Opportunities for The Longstreet Clinic, P.C. are listed on our website at www. longstreetclinic.com.

All candidates for employment should submit information via the link posted on our website. Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with The Longstreet Clinic, P.C.

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

For more information, please call our carrier hotline: 770-535-6357. or e-mail: carriers@ gainesvilletimes.com

Axiom Staffing Now Hiring 25+ Positions.

Call a recruiter for details 678-866-8800 Axiomstaffing.com GENERAL CLEANERS Flowery Branch Area.

Part Time 2nd Shift 5pm9pm, No Experience.

Call 678-943-3110 Leave Name, message & number.

Bobcat & 953 Operators Foundation Laborers Rolloff & Dumpster Drivers needed. Please send resume to: andystrangegrading@ gmail.com 770-534-5360 DO YA! DO YA! DO YA! Wanna Dance No Experience Needed Please Call Sunny 770-536-3759 Top of Gainesville

Manufacturer of chemical products is looking for an educated and experienced individual for Regulatory Compliance.

The position will also cross function as a Lab Technician and QC. Work Hours 12pm to 9pm.

Send resume to kwillis@ towersealants. com

NEW YEAR NEW CAREER!!

Co. now accepting 20 people. Paid cash daily.

Training provided. Call Mr. Baker. 678-971-5302

Service Technician needed for Durable Medical Equipment Company. A national supplier of home respiratory equipment is looking for a candidate to fill a full time position within their delivery services department.

No experience needed but is preferred. Motor Vehicle report required.

Please fax resume to: 770-535-1715

Office/Clerical Blue Creek Cabins, in Cleveland GA, is looking for a team player to join the office team. Great customer and computer skills are a must. Please e-mail your resume at info@ bluecreekcabins .com.

*Requires payment in advance.

Production LOOKING FOR A NEW CAREER IN 2014 Select Staffing is now hiring for several positions near you!

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

Several shifts available.

Bilingual Spanish a plus.

Call 770-271-1738 today!

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

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

Pay: $10/hour. 304 Pearl Nix Parkway, Gainesville, GA 30501 Machine Operators Flowery Branch area Requires at least 1 year exp, and warehouse manufacturing exp.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

Professional Degreed exp’d Industrial Designer or Art Management graduate w/Adobe Illustrator cert for Design Specialist Position.

CV to KJ, Mincey Marble Manufacturing, Inc., 4321 Browns Bridge Rd., Gainesville, GA 30504

RECEP/ADMIN

Restaurant Help

Energetix, a nutritional supplement co in Dahlonega/Gainesville, GA area, is interviewing for Reception/Admin Assoc. F/T position 8:30-5:30, M-F. Must be organized, have great attitude & be proficient with MS Office.

Part-Time Experienced COOK- Tues & Wed. Call Michael 678-617-8197

We offer: *Full Training *Dynamic prof env *Career advance opps *Competitive comp (Start at $9-11/hr)

The Waterford at Oakwood is seeking a Full Time Cook. $9 to $11 per hour based on experience.

Excellent benefits with every other weekend off.

Please apply in person Monday through Friday between the hours of 10:00am and 2:00pm at The Waterford at Oakwood, 4251 Hudson Drive, Oakwood, Georgia 30566

Resume to hr@ goenergetix.com EOE

Trades

TELEPHONE OPERATOR Will train. 3rd shift position. Overnight exp.

Reqd. Call 770-531-2991.

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Part-Time Help Wanted

PART TIME MAILER The Times has an immediate opening for Part-time Mailers in production. All shifts including weekend hours: Send resume to hr@gainesville times.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! Please specify Mailroom in subject line.

EOE M/F/H

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

PROPERTY MGR-High end, 9/1 M-F. Base sal + comm Email: accounting @bluewaterpm.net

MACHINE OPERATORS All shifts at Okabashi Brands in Buford, GA. $10-$14/hr based on exp. Accepting applications Monday 1/13 and Wednesday 1/15, 9am-2pm.

Exp. req’d. Bring resume/ work history. Must pass BG and DT; EOE/everify. jobs@okabashi.com PLASTIC WELDER TRAINEE: Nonsmoker, shop or construction or metal welding experience, fluent English, TRAVEL REQUIRED, able to work overtime when required, valid driver’s license with no major violations, drug free workplace, hourly w/benefits, email resume to enviro01@yahoo. com or fax to 706-348-8346.

Truck Drivers Busy Concrete Company has Mixer Truck Driving Positions available for CDL Class B Drivers with 2yrs experience.

Local jobs in Jefferson and Athens with great starting pay and benefit packages.

Call Mel 800-448-2830 CLASS A CDL DRIVERS needed FT/P/T/Wknd to haul feed in Gainesville.

Night Shift, Local, home daily, benefits. Must have good MVR and 2yrs verifiable experience.

Walter, 540-560-1031

CLASS A- CDL DRIVERS to haul feed in hopper bottom near Commerce, GA. 2 yrs. verifiable exp & good MVR req. Call Walter, 540-560-1031 Hiring: OTR DRIVERS 2yrs Experience.

Weekend work req’d.

Call 678-989-0506

Stuff Appliances

Homes-Rentals ApartmentsUnfurnished $ BEST VALUE $ Close To Town Ready to move in Spring Valley Apt 1BR/1BA from $600/mo 2BR/2BA from $725/mo Brandon Place Apt 2BR/2BA Flats $675/mo Great Locations Call Jacky today 678-779-2687

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

2 BD 1 BA Apt. Brwns Brdg Rd. $500+ Dep. Call 404-643-8302

Furniture

3BDRM. BLOWOUT 1st mo. Free 770-536-0508

Bedroom Suite 4pc, Cherry $400; Wardrope Hangar (dk wood) $75; Small bed $75 ; End Tables & Other Misc Items. . After 5pm 770718-6727 LIVING RM SUITE. 3 pc $700; Bdrm Suite- King. $600; Plus Other Items!

678-316-1392 -MOVINGChina Cabinet/ Hutch w.lights-4dr.Oak Good Cond.- Firm $565 Frigid./bottom freezer, Amana 20 cu. ft. bl. text.

Excellent Cond. $525 55g fresh.w. Aquarium all access.-used $90 Call after 6 pm 678-522-4834 SLEEPER/SOFA - Jon Elliott, 3 cushion. Plaid, Like New Cond. No pets. $150. Delivered Free.

678-463-7006 Wicker-rattan patio or sunroom furniture couch, loveseat, 2 end tables, coffee table.

Black with mauve over stuffed cushions, perfect shape. $500.

1 white electric stove $100; 1 white built in microwave. $75 770-845-0880 leave message

Misc. For Sale 11 Hand crafted Porcelain Dolls with certificate and stands. Mint cond.

Each $75 or all for $400.

770-374-3369 GOLF CART- 2013. Star EV. 48 volt. Like New! Red w/12inch chrome wheels, street ready. 4 seats, cargo bed, full canopy top. Chauteau Elan. $5850. Call Joe, 706-201-2422 MOVING -Pin ball, video machines, dining rm &, bedrm furniture, John Kollock prints, Can email pics 770-491-1372 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

Pets & Supplies BABY COCKATIELS for sale, Oakwood, GA (Hall County). $70 & up.

770-536-0558 GERMAN SHEPHERD - AKC puppies. Ready to go on Jan. 18, 2014.

Contract NOW! Large parents - Sire- Black Sable- Dam Black saddle traditional. Only 2 sable and 4 bi-color pups left.

Shots and 1st working. $500 cash. 770-3164110, Commerce, GA JACK RUSSELL Puppies, w/ color, 1st shots & wormed, 706-892-6853

JACK-UAHUAS - Very small, breed, good with children, tails docked, Wormed, House broken, new home package, 9wks. $150/ea. Pls text or call 678-457-9782 MINIATURE DACHSHUNDS, 2 Males, 1 Female, 6 weeks old, $150 each. 678-9978068

Sporting Equipment TREADMILL- Sears I-Fit, programmable, space saver. Exc Cond. $400.

Wanted To Buy Wanted To Buy: 5 Point Used Chisel/All-purpose PLOW. Call 770-5385734

AVAILABLE NOW! 2BRt. Clean, quiet n’borhood. $595mo; $300dp 678-630-9019 Oakwood - 2/1.5, yard very safe, H/A $645$725. 678-357-5044 OAKWOOD- 2/1 APARTMENTS FOR RENT $600-$625.00+DEPOSIT. NO PETS. $50 APP FEE. BACKGROUND CHECK AND LAST PAYSTUB REQUIRED. M-F 678-873-6534/ NIGHTS-WEEKENDS 770-654-5154.

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UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT 1, 2, & 3 BR APTS. Starting at $570/mo.

(Move in before Feb. 15 and get a $100 Gift Card) Gated community, Pool, Tennis, Fitness Center McEVER VINEYARDS 1240 Vineyard Way Gainesville, Ga. 30504 770-287-8292

Condominiums For Rent 2/2 w/Garage, Quiet, 1 story, Sardis. Lawn care $775/mo. 770-967-6599 2B/2B Condo Gated Sr. CommunityOakwood.

No pets/smoking.

Attached Garage.

770-534-8592 3BR/2BA Lake Shadow Condo. Gated Community. Garage. $900/mo. ALSO 2BR/2BA Garage. $800/ mo. 404-216-6399

Houses For RentUnfurnished $298 Moves You In! $0 Application Fee Free Rent until March 1st 3BR/2BA Homes From$699 a month Sun Homes 888-246-2803 Countrysidelake lanier.com EHO WAC 2/1 On Priv lot, Hwy 129 N. $600. Ref & dep req’d.

No pets 770-540-3800 3BR/2BA In Town.

Appls furnsh’d. $800 + dep 770-540-8131 3BR/2BA Oakwood. Gar, priv lot, $850/mo + dep.

No pets/no smking 706219-1289 Apts/Homes. General Property Mgmt.

770-287-1456 www. callapartments.com

FLOWERY BRANCH4/3.$995 RENT + $995 DEPOSIT WITH 3 YEAR LEASE. TILE, CARPET, NEW APPLIANCES. ALL ELECTRIC. NO PETS. $50 APPLICATION FEE. BACKGROUND CHECK & CURRENT PAYSTUB REQUIRED. M-F 678-873-6534 NIGHTS/WEEKENDS 770-654-5154.

SHOWMETHERENT.COM AND SEARCH 30542.

HOUSES & APTS. Avail in Gainesville & Hall Co. The Simpson Co. 770-532-9911 SARDIS AREA 2 renovated rental homes. $900 & $1050 Pat/678-316-6262

Mobile Homes For Rent 2BR/1BA Priv Lot. No pets. $100/wk; $150/ dep 678-614-7607

Wheels Antique Cars/Trucks CADILLAC 1987 Brougham. 4dr.

Restored. Asking $4500 (Retail: $8000); PONTIAC 1963 Bonneville. 4 dr. hardtop. 98% restored. $7000 (Retail: $17,000) 706-864-6657

TOYOTA 2004 Echo, Gas Saver, 35 MPG, $5,987.

All Credit OK! Carriage Mitsubishi 770-536-4434

Autos For Sale

HARLEY DAVIDSON 2007- Fat Boy. Less than 2k miles, Asking $11,500 obo. 678-316-1171.

CADILLAC 2004 SLS, 1 owner, non-smoker, fully equipped, low miles, 770-5364155/Day 678-316-3683/Nights CHEVY 2000 Z-28 Camaro. Silver w/leather int, 350 V8, auto trans. $999 down. Call Dan Jim Waters Motor 770-530-3309

3BR/1BA. $135/wk.

We pay $100 twrd utils.

3BR/2BA $130/wk No pets. 770-289-9142

CHEVY 2002 c6500 Rollback.21ft bed.

Wheel lift. 6spd.3126CAT engine 244,000 miles.$27,000 678-9364380

BARNES MOBILE HOME PARK New Ownership $375/per mo. Water Included. 404-328-6784

FORD 2004 T-BIRD. Burgundy, low mi, new tires, both tops. Loaded.

Very clean. $16,500. 770718-7850; 770-869-0020

CLERMONT 3BR/2BA. $165/wk. Free heat/ water 770-654-4073

FORD 2012 Mustang Convertible, $15,987.

All Credit OK! Carriage Mitsubishi 770-536-4434

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

770-534-7596

Import Cars

Roommates Wanted MEN- Low$ Pvt home, Fur Br, All Priv + Xtras, Oakwd 770-530-1110 Roommate WantedN.Hall area for Mature person. Full Upper level w/full bath, jacuzzi, tub, etc. Rent negot. 706490-7604

Rooms For Rent $95wk. Furnished, all utils & cable. W/D. kitch. 770-561-0781

Homes & Real Estate House For SaleSurrounding ON THE LAKE, 2 LOTS, 4BR,3BA-HOUSE, W/GARAGE/ WORKSHOP W/ STUDIO BOTH FOR $260,000 CALL AGENT KATHY MANZELLA, CRYE-LEIKE REALTORS 770-330-7363

MAZDA 1995 Miata 5 Speed 193k runs good driven daily $2,500 770-639-0772 HONDA 2004 Civic 2dr, 5spd manual, red with black interior. $4600.

Exc Cond. 770-540-1215 HYUNDAI 2013 Accent, $12,678.

All Credit OK! Carriage Mitsubishi 770-536-4434 KIA 2011 Sorento LX, local trade-in, $13,987.

All Credit OK! Carriage Mitsubishi 770-536-4434 LEXUS 1996 ES 300. $4995 plus fees.

Call Dan Jim Waters Motor 770-530-3309 MITSUBISHI 2012 Galant, $12,987.

All Credit OK! Carriage Mitsubishi 770-536-4434

Investement Property FOR SALE 2 Mobile Homes on 2.13 acres. Crystal Cove area off Hwy 53. Price reduced. 828-479-2315

NISSAN 2012 Altima, 2.5S, $12,987 All Credit OK! Carriage Mitsubishi 770-536-4434

Land Home Package off Price Rd. $4500 down (wac); $650/ mo. Call Bob’s Family Housing, 706-864-8665

Motorcycles

Sport Utility Vehicles FORD 1999 Explorer Sport. 6cyl, dark blue, AT, AC, PW, PL, cruise, CD. New tires. Runs Good. 770-534-2083 FORD 2005 Explorer.

3rd row. $699 down Call Dan Jim Waters Motor 770-530-3309 HONDA 1998 Odyssey. $1450 plus fees.

Call Dan now at Jim Waters Motor 770-530-3309 HONDA 2003 Odyssey $599 down Call Dan Jim Waters Motor 770-530-3309 NISSAN 2006 Armada LE, loaded, $12,987.

All Credit OK! Carriage Mitsubishi 770-536-4434

Trucks

NISSAN 2010 Maxima, low miles, $17,987.

All Credit OK! Carriage Mitsubishi 770-536-4434

Mobile Homes For Sale

770-530-3309 TOYOTA 2001 Avalon XLS, 139K miles, exc. cond., $5,500 obo.

941-400-0517

NISSAN 2014 Versa, $12,987 All Credit OK! Carriage Mitsubishi 770-536-4434 TOYOTA 1999 Camry $499 down. Call Dan for details.

Jim Waters Motor

CHEVY 2002 Silverado.

Vinyl seats & floor, 158k, Good Truck! Asking $5795/obo. 770-5279359 CHEVY 2004 Colorado Crew Cab, $6,487.

All Credit OK! Carriage Mitsubishi 770-536-4434 CHEVY 2005 Silverado Super Cab. White w/tan cloth. Drives Like new. $7400. Call Dan Jim Waters Motor 770-530-3309 DODGE 2000 Dakota.

Beautiful wht w/gray cloth, auto. Call Dan Jim Water Motor 770-530-3309 DODGE 2001 Dakota.

Auto, A/C, Local trade in. $4987. All Credit OK! Carriage Mitsubishi 770-536-4434 DODGE 2002 Dakota Red w/gray cloth, V6, auto. $2995. Call Dan Jim Waters Motor 770-530-3309 FORD 1999 Ranger 3.0, V6, 5spd trans. $499 down. Call Dan Jim Waters Motor 770-530-3309 NISSAN 2011 Titan King Cab SE, $17,987 All Credit OK! Carriage Mitsubishi 770-536-4434 TOYOTA 2007 Tacoma, SR5, Crew Cab, leather, $17,487.

All Credit OK! Carriage Mitsubishi 770-536-4434

Vans HONDA 2006 Odyssey EXL $11,987.

All Credit OK! Carriage Mitsubishi 770-536-4434