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Millage rate hearings are Oct. 13 and 20 Two of the three required public hearings on the proposal millage rate increase of .9 mills in the unincorporated area and 1.16 in the incorporated area will be held Monday, Oct. 13. The Jackson County Board of Commissioners meetings will convene at 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. in the jury assembly room of the Jackson County Courthouse. The third hearing, after which the commission will likely vote on the proposed budget and recommended millage rate, will be held at 6 p.m. on Oct. 20. The proposed tax increase for a home or nonhomestead property with a fair market value of $125,000 is approximately $45 in the unincorporated area and $58 in the incorporated area. The commission held a Sept. 24 budget
Jackson County Board of Commissioners will weigh tax hike to balance FY15 budget work session at which County Manager Kevin Poe went through the budget document put together by Finance Director Logan Propes and Poe. Meetings with county department heads were held to determine the recommended budgets. Most of the budgets had to be tweaked downward after the county tax digest reflected no growth after appeals of valuations, exemptions and abatements to industry were finalized. Poe noted major changes in the way the budget was prepared to be more user friendly. Every departmental budget is being
decreased this fiscal year as the health insurance expense for each is now being placed in a separate Health Insurance fund. Also, all capital outlay expenses had been allocated back to each respective departmental budget rather than being in a separate capital outlay fund. Related to capital spending, Commissioner Bruce Yates questioned the $20,000 being allocated for purchase of a boat for the dive team. He said residents of the northern area of the county where ambulance response time is considerably higher than the rest of
the county remains a concern which should be address. He suggested the funds be used to help locate an EMS station in the northern part of the county. It was noted by Commissioner Dwain Smith and Chairman Tom Crow that the dive team assists with drowning victims as well as helping law enforcement with the recovery of evidence. The team, which has often used personal equipment or borrowed boats for response and training, has invested considerable time and effort to support Jackson County and other communities. Smith said the team deserved to have equipment which would aid them in their role. Commissioner Yates emphasized the board should consider its priorities as the boat is used infrequently for responses.
Jackson County School System’s strategic vision blurred by digest By LEANNE AKIN
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DAR, SAR markers dedicated
The Lyman Hall Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution and the Colonial William Chandler Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution dedicated grave markers Saturday in commemoration of the service of Compatriot Herbert B. “Kit” Braselton Sr., and DAR Peggy Watlington Braselton. They are buried in the Braselton Family Cemetery and their gravestones are now engraved with the emblems of the organizations in which they were actively involved. Representing the family for the dedication which featured a musket salute
and placing of wreaths honoring the couple was (above) their daughter, Rebecca Gerald and husband Mike; son, Herbert B. “Herb” Braselton Jr.; and grand-
sons, Westley Braselton, who sang the National Anthem, Justin Braselton and Cody Braselton, who sounded taps. See more at ClickThePaper.com
With building permits being pulled and commercial and industrial growth taking place, there was anticipation that the Jackson County tax digest would begin to see some recovery from the years of economic downward spiral. Told to anticipate a 2 percent to 3 percent increase in the tax digest, governmental entities developed their budgets but are having to a formulate new budgets as the digest is finalized. Being fiscally conservative and still reeling from the measures taken after another drop in the digest last year, the Jackson County School System had prepared its budget for a flat digest – one that did not show growth. “We had hoped to recoup our fund balance because we have already cut to the bone at the classroom level,” said Dr. April Howard, superintendent of Jackson County Schools. She notes that classroom sizes are perhaps larger than they have ever been, and substitutes and transportation have been limited. “It is very confining and doesn’t stimulate creativity and innovation.” The startling reality came when it was communicated that the impact on the tax digest – a 2 percent reduction – means that the school system is losing another $500,000 in revenues.
On Tuesday, Dr. Howard and Assistant Superintendent Jamie Hitzges met for the second time with Chief Appraiser Valerie Thornton seeking information to help better understand another digest decline. With the westside of the county as its barometer, Dr. Howard said she fears that it could be another two or three years out before the tax digest is able to generate the money of the past. Appeals, abatements and exemptions including increased acreage going into conservation reserve now total $395,863,348 in property off the tax digest. Those losses on the digest are also impacting the West Jackson Fire Department which will likely be forced to reduce its level of service and furlough firefighters as the fire district feels the brunt of a big abatement granted for economic development purposes. West Jackson Fire Chief Ben Stephens, who has also met with the appraisers office, fears the district will be suffering because of incentives provided to industry. For the school system, the revenue drop will require exploration of possible consolidation of the system’s smaller schools with reorganization of school administration. Dr. Howard said students deserve a full 180-day calendar so reduction of school days would be a last resort.
Inaugural ‘PlanFirst’ recognitions announced
Braselton picked among top 10 in state for planning By FARAH BOHANNON
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The Georgia Department of Community Affairs announced this week that Braselton is one of 10 Georgia communities receiving statewide distinction in a new program recognizing excellence in community planning. Good planning makes for excellent communities — just like Braselton. Once a city or town has applied, the application undergoes many steps that can be very intense. Prerequisites include having a comprehensive plan and having historically maintained this status as well as providing a list of carefully thoughtout goals and specific action items that will help realize their hope for the future.
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Braselton Mayor Bill Orr says that the “PlanFirst” is one of the town’s many achievements and it thrilled him that the town was selected even with several other applicants. “This is one of Braselton’s many achievements that has come about through excellent planning and our implementation of those plans,” said Orr. “Myself, the town employees, the council members and our residents all want a place where we can work, live and play and I think we are making that happen. It truly is an honor.” Braselton along with Athens-Clarke County, Coweta County, Johnson County, Jones County and the cities of Gainesville, Madison, Suwanee, Vienna and Woodstock
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each achieved Georgia’s first-ever “PlanFirst” designation, which acknowledges communities that have a proven track record of implementing their plan and a history of good plan development. “Good planning by local communities is the hallmark of economic growth,” said Gretchen Corbin, commissioner of the Georgia Department of Community Affairs. “These are communities that can serve as statewide models for others in how to actively and strategically implement a vision for the future.” Braselton Town Manager Jennifer Dees said she is honored to be a part of the “PlanFirst” designation and believes the hard work and dedication has been worth it. Dees
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has worked for the town since 1997, so she has seen it grow and blossom for almost 20 years. Her dedication to Braselton is a large reason why it has become more and more successful as the years go by. “I am very honored and excited that our town is now a PlanFirst town,” said Dees. “As a town, we see the importance of planning and implementing the plans to ensure success. Our plans are very carefully thought out.” Dees mentioned that this is much more than just an award as there are many benefits to being a “PlanFirst” town. Benefits include public visibility, eligibility for funding and
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Historic Courthouse committee reappointed; rental policy studied The Jackson County Board of Commissioners Monday reappointed to two-year terms members of the Jackson County Historic Courthouse Restoration Committee and also appointed Probate Judge Sherry Moore to serve. Charlotte Mealor, who represents the Jackson County Historical Society and has served as chairwoman since the committee was established by the board of commissioners on Dec. 17, 2007, reported that Linda Aaron, who had faithfully served since 2007, has resigned her appointed position on the committee in August 2014. Mealor said Aaron had been a great asset to the Jackson County Historic Courthouse Restoration Committee. The vacancy had been announced at the Sept. 11 meeting of the Jackson County Historical Society and Moore volunteered. “We will soon be putting her great care for the Historic Courthouse and talents to work as we strive to continue the restoration work,” said Mealor. The focus on the new appointment prompted the realization that terms of other appointees had not been updated. All were eager to continue service, said Mealor. Also serving on the Historic Courthouse Restoration Committee are: Jacque Wilkes, District 1; Jack Legg, District 2; Carol Holzhalb, District 3; Margaret Ward, District 4; and Len Sturkie, Jefferson Historic Preservation Commission. “We have been delighted to serve and are delighted to have Sherry serve with us,” said Mealor.
Judge Moore consulted with Superior Court Judge Joe Booth and Clarke County Probate Judge Susan Tate to determine if her service would be permitted. In an email, Judge Moore reported, “Judge Booth thought it would be allowable for me to serve on the Restoration Committee, so long as I did not participate directly in fundraising.” It was at his suggestion that Moore consulted with Judge Tate. “I agree with Judge Booth that it would be OK to be a member of this committee, so long as you do not participate in any fundraising. You could work behind the scenes of a fundraising event but not speak there. You could help develop a strategy for asking for money and who to ask, but you cannot ask yourself. You can engage in the stated purpose of the committee, to investigate the means and methods by which the courthouse could be restored without doing those things. This does sound like important work, valuable to the community and close to your heart.” The committee is forming a subcommittee which will begin planning for the next phase of fundraising to pursue restoration of the upstairs courtroom. Historic Courthouse rental The Jackson County Historic Courthouse is now home to the Jackson County Welcome Center and Archives, and there has been interest shown by some individuals, groups and non-profit agencies to rent the Historic Courthouse for special meetings or events. “By renting out the facility for events, the county has an opportunity to not
ceed.” The PlanFirst program Continued from 1A received 30 applications in its inaugural year. Eligible communities were required certain reduced inter- to address four primary est loans. Braselton is also program criteria focused a “WaterFirst” town, so the on having a proven record incentives are even greater. of plan implementation sucPlanning and Develop- cess: goals, leadership, comment Director Kevin Keller munity participation and could not agree more with implementation. Dees’s thoughts about being The designation will last a “PlanFirst” town. for three years, beginning “We, as a town, are very Jan. 1, 2015, and enables proud of our achievements these communities to take and everything we are com- advantage of various incenmitted to,” said Keller. “We tives that include public visstay on top of our tasks and ibility, eligibility for funding are all always on the same and certain reduced interpage when it comes to the est loans. Communities will andawards during town’s plans. It is importantAntiques receive their Show: to set goals, perform Collectibles great “PlanFirst Day” at the CapiJoin us for leadership skills and impletol these on Jan. dates: 28, 2015, which ment the plansFriday together so will February 1st celebrate : 9 AM toGeorgia’s 5 PM the town will continue suc- new SaturdaytoFebruary 2ndPlanFirst : 9 AM designation to 5 PM
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only recoup some of its operating costs but to make the Courthouse available to those in our community who appreciate its historic significance and wish to take advantage of the ambiance the building provides for certain events,” said Charlotte Mealor, chairwoman of the Jackson County Historic Courthouse Restoration Committee. On Monday, the county commission took an initial look at the proposed policy for rental of the Historic Courthouse. The policy specifies the facility would be available for Jackson County Government and Jackson County Historical Society sponsored programs or special events sponsored by other groups or individuals but would not be available for partisan political or commercial purposes. Application for use can be made through the Jackson County Welcome Center with a written application submitted at least 30 days before the proposed event. Sloane Meyer is serving as Welcome Center coordinator. She can be contacted at smeyer@jacksoncountygov.com and applications can be submitted by fax to 706-387-7686. Meyer can be contacted with question by calling 706-387-7683 but all reservations must be submitted by application. The non-refundable rental fee for the courthouse corridors is $200 which includes use of the Educational Center. Nonprofits would be asked to make a minimum donation of $1 per person. The complete policy is expected to be on the Oct. 20 agenda of the Jackson County Board of Commissioners.
in conjunction with the 25th anniversary of the Georgia Planning Act. The next deadline for applications is May 15, 2015. More information about the program is available at the website of the Georgia Department of Community
Affairs. Cities and towns of any size are welcome to apply, but there must be a clear vision and list of goals with proven progress. For more information, visit www.dca. ga.gov/development/PlanningQualityGrowth/programs/PlanFirst.asp.
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The Jackson County GOP will meet from 7:30-9 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11, at the Jefferson Club House. The program will include discussion about Question A on the ballot in the upcoming election and how it will affect state income taxes. The proposed constitutional amendment would prohibit an incresae in the state income tax rate in effect Jan. 1, 2015 (Senate Resolution 415). It reads: “Shall the Constitution of Georgia be amended to prohibit the General Assembly from increasing the maximum state income tax.” There will also be discussion of the impact the Jackson County Industrial Development Authority has on school and county taxes and on fire districts. Chicken and sausage biscuits, coffee and water will be provided by State Reps. Tommy Benton and Regina Quick. For more information, contact party chairman Ron Johnson at 770-310-4515 or at chairman@windstream. net. You can also visit the website Jacksongop.org and Facebook.
CASA volunteer training gets under way Piedmont Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) begins its fall training for Jackson and Banks volunteers on Thursday, Oct. 9. The training classes will meet on each Thursday through Nov. 20 from 6-9 p.m. The first CASA class in this training is open to anyone who wants to see what CASA volunteers do, without any commitment. Classes will meet at Jefferson First United Methodist Church, in the education building located at 188 Martin St., in Jefferson. CASA volunteers with support from CASA staff make sure that the needs of children in foster care are met. hey make recommendations in the child’s best interest to the judge. Contact Bates at 706-387-6375 or visit www.piedmontcasa.org. The Board of Directors of Piedmont Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) announces their third annual gala HeART for Children, Heart for Chocolate for Feb. 7, 2015, at the Braselton-Stover House in Braselton. Elegant dinner, dancing with classic rock band Line 6 from Auburn, and live and silent auctions are just a few fun things to look forward to. For great sponsorship opportunities, call Annette Bates at 706-387-6375. Piedmont CASA: Give an abused and neglected child a voice. Yours.
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Sandra Deal, Bonnie and David Perdue visit VDC Republican club By LEANNE AKIN
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A positive vision for Georgia was shared at a recent meeting the Village of Deaton Creek Republican Club as Pat Falk welcomed the packed house to the meeting. “What a crowd we have tonight,” said Falk. “This is beyond our expectations. This room is filled.” After the Pledge to the American Flag and singing of the National Anthem, Falk welcomed Martha Zoller, TV and radio personality who is now a part of the David Perdue campaign. Zoller said the gathering was focused on the women in the lives of two Republicans seeking election on the Nov. 4 ballots – Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal and U.S. Senatorial candidate Perdue. “I am honored to have been asked to be a part of it (Perdue’s campaign staff),” said Zoller, who said a big part of getting Perdue elected to the Senate is about getting out the vote. Up first, Georgia’s First Lady Sandra Deal, who calls herself Georgia’s best volunteer, grew up in Hall County, the daughter of teachers who followed in their footsteps. Her commitment to instilling a love of learning continues as she goes around the state reading to students. She said her firstborn son was interested in books but preferred her reading to him rather learning to read himself. When the Deals moved to the country, she insisted no TV antenna could be installed until that child could read. It tooks seven long months but the boy learned to read and is now a Su-
perior Court judge. Mrs. Deal said jobs are needed to get the state’s economy going but an educated and skilled workforce is needed to fill the jobs which are more in demand. Now needed are diesel mechanics, bus drivers, long-distance truck drivers, heavy equipment operators and welders. She said family is important to the Deals and they want the children and grandchildren of Georgians to have the opportunity for jobs so they can provide for themselves. She asked everyone “to vote for Nathan and give us a chance to keep working and we’ll do it.” Bonnie Perdue introduced her husband whom she said speaks from his heart. “He is running for the right reasons,” she said. “He is a man of great character and a leader who lives up to his word.” She also said he has a great sense of humor and a deep faith in God. She said his experience is needed in Washington. David Perdue said a nerve has been struck with his campaign’s message. He said the race is not about himself or his opponent but rather the campaign is “about this country and our kids and grandkids.” “Help us take our country back and start moving this country forward,” said Perdue. “Stand with the Georgia Republican Party” was the message display on the large screen and the audience was encouraged to volunteer to make some campaign calls from the former Habersham Bank building. State Sen. Butch Miller said Perdue “has the energy to take us places where we haven’t been. He urged those in attendance to “Vote Right.”
LIBRARY NEWS National Friends of Libraries Week is being celebrated the week of Oct. 20-26, but Friends of the BraseltonWest Jackson Library will expand its celebration into a three-week celebration. Beginning Oct. 13 and continuing through Oct. 31, paper hearts imprinted with, “I Love My Library” will be sold for $2 each to allow patrons to express their appreciation and support for the library. There will be room on the hearts to write your name or the name of someone you would like to honor or remember.
You can also draw on the hearts, make a comment about the library or use your creativity to turn your hearts into a work of art. When you’re finished, hang your heart in the library for all to see. All proceeds generated from the sale of the hearts will be used to pay for library programs and program materials. PORCH BOOK SALE Friends of the BraseltonWest Jackson Library book sale. Come spend some time on the porch of the Library and search for the books
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Early voting begins Oct. 13 Early voting for the Nov. 4 General Election will begin Monday, Oct. 13, and wrap up on Oct. 31. In Jackson County, early voting will be at the Jackson County Administrative Building in Jefferson from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 13-31 and on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Early voting at the two Jackson County satellite locations will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 27-31. Those sites are the Braselton satellite in the Municipal Building and the Commerce satellite which is the Parks & Rec Department. On Election Day, the Jackson County Administrative Building will not be a polling place as each voter will have to go to their respective home precinct to cast a ballot. Early voting for Barrow voters is being held at the Barrow County Administration Building at 233 E. Broad St., in Winder, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, Oct.
13-31. Saturday voting will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Oct. 25. In Hall County, early voting will be at the Hall County Board of Elections and Voter Registration office at 2875 Browns Bridge Road in Gainesville from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, Oct. 13-31. Saturday voting will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Oct. 25. In Gwinnett County, the Voter Registration and Elections Main Office is at 455 Grayson Highway, Suite 200, in Lawrenceville where there will be balloting from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, Oct. 13-31, and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18. A number of other voting locations will be available on Saturday, Oct. 25, and from Oct. 27-31. You can go to www.mvp.sos.ga.gov to determine if you are properly registered, verify your polling location, get early voting site details and obtain a copy of the sample ballot for the upcoming election.
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OBITUARIES David Harold Denton
Died Sept. 30, 2014 David Harold Denton, 47, of Comer, died Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2014. He was the son of the late Edgar and Elberta Denton. He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Betty Lou Aaron and Brenda Teet. Survivors include his son, Joshua David Denton of Hoschton; daughters, Kayla Denton and Brittany Denton, both of Athens, and Kristi Ryzek of Roswell; brothers, Donald Denton of Jefferson and David Moats of Jonesboro; sisters, Linda Casper and Janie Bowles, both of Jefferson; five grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Services were held Friday, Oct. 3, 2014, in the chapel of Ivie Funeral Home with the Rev. Larry Pruett officiating. Interment followed in the Howington Cemetery. Ivie Funeral Home, Commerce The Paper, Oct. 9, 2014
Ronald Marvin Elrod
Died Oct. 4, 2014 Ronald Marvin Elrod, 64 of Winterville, died Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014, at St. Mary’s Hospital. Born in Buford, he was a son of the late Marvin Odell and Katie Lou Cantrell Elrod. Survivors include his wife, Peggy Ann Scogin Elrod of Winterville; sons, Mark Elrod of Winterville, Daniel Elrod of Danielsville and Jason Elrod of Colbert; brothers, Randy Elrod of Ila, Stevie Elrod of Commerce and Harry Elrod of Baton Rouge, La.; sisters, Sherry Godfrey of Crawford, Vickie Cole and Gail Green, both of Commerce, Angie Bradshaw of Watkinsville and Janet Andrews of Colbert; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce The Paper, Oct. 9, 2014
Darren Everett
Died Oct. 2, 2014 Darren Bo Everett, 35, of Dacula, died suddenly Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Funeral services were held Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014, in the Hamilton Mill Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Mike Whitaker officiating. Mr. Everett was preceded in death by his grandfather, Cecil Bo Kellum. Born in Duluth, he was a lifelong resident of the Atlanta area. He was the owner of Done Right Electric and was a member of Mount Park United Methodist Church. Survivors include his children, Jesse Everett, Ana Everett, Sam Everett and Jacqui Everett; mother, Elaine Spear of Loganville; father, Darrell Everett of Dacula; brother, Daniel Everett and wife April of Hoschton; stepbrothers and sisters, Jason Worden of Statham, Kellie Harris of Bethlehem, Brandon Spear and wife Kate of New Zealand and Debbie DiRenzo and husband Austin of Auburn; and grandparents, Bernice Everett and wife Evelyn of Buford. Hamilton Mill Memorial Chapel & Gardens, Buford The Paper, Oct. 9, 2014
Daphne Davis Gravely
Died Sept. 29, 2014 Daphne Davis Gravely, 91, died Monday, Sept. 29, 2014. Born Jan. 26, 1923, in Creedmore, N.C., she was a daughter of the late Lester and Cornelia Davis. She was raised in Roxboro, N.C., in a loving, hard-working farm family with five sisters and one brother. Despite being children of the Depression, they were rich in love, laughter and togetherness. She was also preceded in death by her husband, John O.W. (Jack) Gravely. Daphne and Jack were high school sweethearts. After high school, while Jack was in the Army in World War II, Daphne, an excellent typist, went to work in Washington D.C., working with the War Department in the Pentagon. Married in 1946, they remained married for 65 years until his passing in 2011. They were blessed with their three children while living in North Carolina. In 1960 the family moved to Chamblee, where they became charter members of Northeast Baptist Church where Mrs. Gravely remained a member until her passing. A devout Christian, she was a devoted homemaker,
wife and mother. She served faithfully in her church where she worked in the nursery for many years, counted the weekly offering and was a member of her Sunday School class for 50 years. She was an excellent seamstress and made most of her children’s clothes. She loved gardening and golf which she especially enjoyed playing with Jack, dear friends and grandchildren. The service was held Friday, Oct. 3, 2014, in Smith Memory Chapel in Winder. Survivors include her children, John and Rhonda Gravely , Davis and Janis Gravely and Karen G and David Bush; sisters, Florence Burns and Alene Clayton; and grandchildren, Adria G and Chris Whitworth, Caleb and Kaedy Gravely, Kevin Bush, Ryan and Katie Bush; great-grandchildren, Hollis and Hope Whitworth and Elizabeth Gravely. Although her many friends and family grieve her loss and will miss her gentle, sweet spirit, they rejoice knowing that she is with her Lord , Jesus Christ, family members, and Jack, the love of her life. Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, Oct. 9, 2014
John Martin Hages
Died Oct. 5, 2014 John Martin Hages, 82, of Maysville, died Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014. Born in Bay City, Mich., he was a son of the late Fred Martin Hages and Eunice Sheets Hages. He was retired from Dow Chemical as an industrial maintenance repairman. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Eubanks Hages; and a son, John Hages Jr. Survivors include his son, Steve Hages of Pendergrass; daughter, Tamara Foucher of Lilburn; sister, Jean Harranda of Luddington, Mich.; nine grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson The Paper, Oct. 9, 2014
Barbara Farrar Hamilton
Died Oct. 4, 2014 Barbara Farrar Hamilton, 79, of Jefferson, died Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. Born in Fort Worth, Texas, she was a daughter to the late D.R. Farrar Sr. and the late Dorothy Lee Cox Farrar. Mrs. Hamilton was a member of the Academy Baptist Church in Jefferson and was a retired bookkeeper. She was also preceded in death by her husband, William Alan Hamilton; sister, Mary Kathryn Helmer; and brothers, D.R. Farrar Jr., Lloyd Farrar, Jerry Farrar and Stephen Farrar. Survivors include her sister, Betty (Bill) Brock of Fort Worth, Texas; children, Gregg Taylor of Forth Worth, Texas, Joe Mark Taylor of Las Vegas, Nev., Cathy Fouse (Johnny) Fuller of Waxahachie, Texas, Steve (Karen) Taylor of Atlanta and Lynna Myers of Jefferson; 13 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial service was held Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, at Academy Baptist Church with the Rev. Eric Shelton officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the
Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals at www.childrensmiraclenetworkhospitals. org or the American Kidney Fund at www.kidneyfund. org. Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson The Paper, Oct. 9, 2014
Jewell; great-nephews; Robert Bruce Quiggle and John Arthur Quiggle; sister-in-law; Nola Faye Isley; and other nieces and nephews. Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, Oct. 9, 2014
John Michael McEver
Died Oct. 1, 2014 Mr. Bernice Owensby, 86, died Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2014. He was the son of the late Allen and Mattie Owensby. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Crocker Owensby. Survivors include his sons, David Owensby, Allen Owensby, Ricky Owensby and Jimmy Owensby, all of Commerce, Jerry Owensby of Carlton, Randall Owensby of Forest Park and Jeff Owensby of Dallas; daughter, Janice Wilson of Nicholson; 13 grandchildren; and six great grandchildren. Services were held in the chapel of Ivie Funeral Home on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014, with the Rev. Swayne Cochran and the Rev. Charles Elrod officiating. Interment followed in Grey Hill Cemetery. Ivie Funeral Home, Commerce The Paper, Oct. 9, 2014
Died Oct. 5, 2014 John Michael McEver, 61, of Monroe, died Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014. Born in Monroe, he was a son of John Taylor McEver of Hoschton and the late Carolyn Virginia Green McEver. He was a deputy sheriff with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and an avid outdoorsman. He was a member of Hoschton Baptist Church. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Cindy McEver Testament. Funeral services were held Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2014, in the chapel of Evans Funeral Home with the Rev. Raymond Latty officiating. Interment followed in Barrow Memorial Gardens in Winder. Survivors, in addition to his father, include his wife, Kay Robinson McEver; daughters, Stacey Hutchinson of Monroe and Kelly McEver of Winder; sister, Carol (Larry) Hudgins of Oakwood; brother, Mark (Lynne) McEver of Hoschton; four grandsons and three granddaughters. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1684 Barnett Shoals Road, Athens, GA 30605 Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson The Paper, Oct. 9, 2014
Herbert Owens
Died Sept. 28, 2014 Herbert Arthur Owens, 93, died Sunday, Sept. 28, 2014. A native of Indiana, he was a son of the late Earl and Minnie Jones Owens. Mr. Owens was a retired minister and was a member of Galilee Christian Church. Funeral services were held Friday, Oct. 3, 2014, in the Smith Memory Chapel with the Rev. Bruce Quiggle officiating. Burial will be held in Indiana at a later date. Survivors include his nieces, Elizabeth (Bruce) Quiggle and Janet (Bob)
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Sandra Rae Parkinson
Died Oct. 2, 2014 Sandra Rae Parkinson, 69, of Jefferson, died Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014. Born in Sioux Falls, S.D., she was a daughter of the late Roy and Dorothy (Kern) Joens. She was an active member of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Gainesville and was a member of the Silver Sneakers. She was retired from her position as a manager of a women’s clothing store. She was also preceded in death by her son, Steve Parkinson; and her sister, Judy Dailey. Survivors include her son, Daniel Parkinson of Jefferson, daughter and son-inlaw, Michelle and Boardman Meade of Alpharetta; sister, Pam Lynde of Revillo, S.D.; brother, Douglas Joens of Forest Lake Minn.; and grandchildren, Renee Runyan, Matthew Runyan, Lexi Parkinson and Loran Parkinson. A memorial service was
held Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Gainesville. Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson The Paper, Oct. 9, 2014
Edgar Allan Poe Jr.
Died Oct. 4, 2014 Edgar Allan Poe Jr., 81, of Rome, died Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. Born April 30, 1933, in Birmingham, Ala., he was a son of the late Edgar and Leila Poe. He served in the United States Air Force as a navigator bombardier for five years. He graduated from the University of Alabama with a degree in industrial engineering and a MBA from Berry College. He married Claudette Poe Sept. 8, 1957, in Forest Hills, N.Y. After graduation, he began working for General Electric as an engineer and moved several times while working with GE. He retired from GE with 33 years of service. He was a man who loved God and was an active and dedicated member of Trinity United Methodist Church where he taught Sunday school and sang in the choir. Survivors include his wife, Helen Claudette Poe; children, Bill Poe and wife, Laura of Houston, Texas, Kevin Poe and wife, Anne of Jefferson and Kenneth Poe of Decatur; grandchildren, Christopher Poe and wife Caitlin, Carol Malone and husband Jacob, Sarah Poe, Stephanie Kriel and husband Karl, Rebekah Rios and husband Gabriel, David Poe and Alyssa Poe; and three greatgrandchildren. A celebration of life was
held Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2014, at Trinity United Methodist Church with Dr. David Campbell officiating. Interment followed in the Oaknoll Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 606 Turner McCall Blvd., Rome, GA 30165 or to the American Cancer Society, 200 West Emery St., Suite 3, Dalton, GA 30720. The Miller & Richards Funeral Home & Cremation Services Oaknoll Chapel, Rome The Paper, Oct. 9. 2014
Bill G. Rone
Died Oct. 5,2014 Bill G. Rone, 72, of Grayson, died Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014. Born in Ethel, Miss., he was a son of the late Jerry and Ida Mae Holt Rone. He was a data processing manager with Holiday Inn. Survivors include his wife, Toni Rone; daughter and sonin-law, Stephanie and Corbitt Tanajewski of Grayson; son and daughter- in-law, Dr. Chris and Annie Rone of Tullahoma, Tenn.; sister, Judy Reed of Southhaven, Miss.; and five grandchildren. A private family graveside service will be held at Gwinnett Memorial Park in Lawrenceville. Memorials may be made to the American Parkinson Disease Association Inc., 135 Parkinson Ave., Staten Island, NY 10305 or www. apdaparkinson.org. Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson The Paper, Oct. 9, 2014
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CHURCH NEWs The Knights of Columbus (Council #1212) at St. Catherine Laboure Church will be sponsoring the fall fish fry at Crow’s Lake with proceeds going to fund Knights of Columbus projects supporting both the church and the community. Join in each Friday afternoon before the ball game to enjoy a delicious fried fish dinner. Available from 4:30-7 p.m. on Fridays from Sept. 26 through Oct. 24, the meal will include fish, french fries, hush puppies, cole slaw and ice tea or lemonade. Dine in or carry out. All major credit cards and cash accepted for the $8 per plate meal. sss
For this month’s Second Saturday Outreach, The Vine is partnering with The Springs United Methodist Church, located off Spout Springs Road, to provide pumpkins to identified families. The Springs sells pumpkins every year and Avera reached out to the church in order to get pumpkins for families identified through school counselors and organizations such as Family Connection and the Department of Family and Children Services. “We are giving away to single-parent families and foster families from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Oct. 11,” said Holly Avera,
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Died Sept. 30, 2014 Edna Lucile Adams Smith, 90, of Nicholson, died Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2014, at her residence. Born in Commerce, she was a daughter of the late Obediah and Estelle Pittman Adams. She was a member of Gordons Chapel United Methodist Church and was a homemaker. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Stoy Mell Smith. Survivors include her son, Mell Smith of Hull; daughters, Obie Brooks of Colbert and Sharon Burch of Watkinsville; brother, Lee Adams of Commerce; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, Oct. 3, 2014, in the chapel of Little-Ward Funeral Home with the Rev. Bill Jackson officiating. Interment followed in Jackson Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may be made to St. Mary’s Hospice or Gordons Chapel United Methodist Church. Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce The Paper, Oct. 9, 2014
Randall Paul Smith
Died Oct. 3, 2014 Randall Paul Smith, 60, of Flowery Branch, died Friday, Oct. 3, 2014. at Northeast Georgia Medical Center, surrounded by family. Funeral services were held Monday, Oct. 6, 2014, in the chapel of Memorial Park South Funeral Home with interment following at Memorial Park South Cemetery. Bobby Hall officiated. Born Feb. 27, 1954, in Buford, he was a son
outreach director at The Vine. “These families will get their pumpkins totally free and there will also be a tailgate and fall festival type atmosphere with a jumpie castle, games and activities to be involved in.” If the identified families need transportation, they will be asked to call The Vine church to arrange a lift. According to Avera, the idea for the outreach resulted from discussion during a staff meeting about whether there was a church presence out in the community. She noted The Vine is in a special location – at the point of four counties – so they discussed if people
of the late Paul Clyde and Jesse Crane Smith. He was a member of Gainesville Church of Christ and a machinist at Wrigley’s. Survivors include his wife, Renda Smith; daughter amd son-in-law, Shelly and Glenn Ladd of Gainesville; grandchildren, Amber Ladd and Madison Ladd; brother and sisterin-law, Charles and Susie Smith of Flowery Branch; sister and brother-in-law, Patricia and David Williams of Flowery Branch; and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2565 Thompson Bridge Road, Suite 114, Gainesville, GA 30501, www.cancer.org. Memorial Park South Funeral Home, Flowery Branch The Paper, Oct. 9, 2014
Gloria Jean Wells
Died Sept. 29, 2014 Gloria Jean Wells, 60, of Jefferson, died Monday, Sept. 29, 2014. Mrs. Wells was a loving wife, daughter and NaNa. She enjoyed being outdoors and loved her dog Snoop. She was preceded in death by her father, Donald E. Jackson. Survivors include her husband of 32 years, Eddie Wells; mother, Mary M. Trail; son, David Pittman of Cumming; daughters, Renee Metcalf and husband Timothy of Jefferson, Betsy Harrison and late husband James of Bethlehem and Brandy Whitlow and husband Joe of Jefferson; sister, Diane Nix and husband Keith of Commerce; and eight grandchildren. A memorial service was held Friday, Oct. 3, 2014, at Lawson Funeral Home. Lawson Funeral Home, Hoschton The Paper, Oct. 9, 2014
would recognize they were from The Vine. “We want to have a presence in the community and reach people who may not know that God loves them,” said Avera. “We want to demonstrate that and not just on Sunday morning.” Visit www. connecttothevine.org or call 678-963-0999. sss Hoschton United Methodist Church will Church will have worship service at 11 a.m. on Oct. 12. Bible study will be Oct. 15 with dinner at 6:30 p.m. followed by Bible study entitled “Son of God” at 7. Prime Timers bingo and lunch will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Oct. 31 in the fellowship hall. Hoschton United Methodist Church is located at 12 Mulberry St., and Bell Avenue behind City Square. Contact Pastor Marvin Mason at 706-654-1422. sss Mulberry Baptist Church will be having a fried pie fundraiser
beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11, at Chadwick Produce, located on Highway 20 in Lawrenceville. sss Mulberry Baptist Church will be hosting a singing at 6 p.m. on Oct. 12 with the Wauka Mountain Boys as guest singers. Mulberry Baptist Church is located at 5970 Thompson Mill Road in Hoschton. For more information, call 770-5340023. sss A seven-day revival with the Whole Body of Christ Alliance will begin at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 13, at Victory Deliverance Center, located at 223 Georgia Ave., in Winder. All services will begin at 7 p.m. Hope Springs Church at 1025 Baxter St., in Athens, will host the Tuesday, Oct. 14, revival service with Anointed Hands Healing Center at 115 Towne Center Parkway in Hoschton hosting the Wednesday, Oct. 15, gathering. On Thursday, Oct. 16, Christ the King Ghana Methodist Church at 208 N. Broad St., in Winder is
the host church with the Friday, Oct. 17, revival at Aliento de Vida (Breath of Life) located at 11 Athens St., in Winder. Church of God of Prophecy at 333 Wright St., in Winder is hosting the Saturday, Oct. 18, revival service. The 7 p.m. service for Sunday, Oct. 19, will be held in a tent placed at 450 Pinetree Circle in Maysville. Another week of revival services through Oct. 26 will be hosted at the tent. For more information on the Whole Body of Christ Alliance or the upcoming revival, contact Rick Hempton at 706-4997976. sss Reuse, recycle and rejoice: An event to help feed the hungry in Hall County will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18, at St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, located at 2920 Landrum Education Drive in Oakwood, behind University of North Georgia and Lanier Tech. Reuse: A multi-church yard sale featuring quality second hand goods. See OBITUARIES, 7A
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Della Ruth is First Baptist soundtrack In 1842, Felix Mendelssohn wrote his wedding march. It’s the one many people use as the recessional at weddings. Felix died in 1847. Della Ruth Johnson has been playing the organ at First Baptist Church for 35 years. In addition to two church services every Sunday, she has played at countless weddings and funerals over the years. She probably has played Mendelssohn’s march more than he did. Think of it this way: That amounts to 1,820 Sundays minus about 70 for taking off a couple of Sundays each year. So 1,750 Sundays with at least two services means she has played a lot of hymns and other church music. I have heard it said the pipe organ is like the breath of God. I like that analogy. I know a lot of churches have ditched the organ music and that’s fine. But there is something majestic and worshipful about well-played organ music that I absolutely love. About 14 years ago, the Moller organ at First Baptist had seen better days. During a major renovation of the sanctuary, the organ was rebuilt and, quite frankly, Della Ruth has never sounded better. When we are singing strongly about a risen Savior on Easter, the organ is strong and mighty. On Christmas Eve, when we are singing about a baby in a manger, it is soft and reflective. I have heard Della Ruth play the great old hymns and gospel songs while waiting for a funeral to begin. It gives one a meaningful background for reflecting on the life of the departed. I would shudder to think how many times she has played “Amazing Grace,” “How Great Thou Art” or something more funereal, such as “Nearer My God to Thee.” I love that word funereal and like to dust it off and use it every now and then.
Harris Blackwood Della Ruth also knows her way around a piano and has played for Sunday school classes and church socials for years. She was the official accompanist of the Berean Sunday school class, until its members graduated to eternity. Songs that tell of our faith are special. Many people can remember the song being played when they felt that gentle tug at their heart and decided to become a follower of the Lord. Della Ruth Johnson has provided that soundtrack for multiple generations of First Baptist members. It’s a sound they might never forget. In 35 years, Della Ruth has outlasted several preachers and ministers of music. That’s a long time at any job. First Baptist Church has a history of long-serving organists. Mary Logan Brown was the organist from 1927 to 1971. That’s a pretty good record. Some of you probably picture a church organist as someone very formal and stuffy. That’s not Della Ruth. On her own time, she might be listening to The Beatles. She’s a big Paul McCartney fan and was right there when Paul had his last concert in Atlanta. I’ve never seen her dance, but she might have well been grooving to “I Wanna Hold Your Hand” or swaying to “Hey, Jude.” Paul is coming back to Atlanta in a couple of weeks. If he wants to sit in with Della Ruth, I can make that happen. Harris Blackwood is a Gainesville resident whose columns appear weekly.
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Seeing the South through ‘Justified’ Hollywood, more often than not, gets it wrong about the South in movies and television. When they do get it right, we Southerners are both amazed and appreciative. The best example of pinpointing near perfect the Appalachian South is the FX drama “Justified” which, to show how good it is, was awarded the prestigious Peabody Award for outstanding drama. I am such a stout admirer of this modern day western about a United States marshal that I have given countless DVD sets to friends. “It was our favorite Christmas present,” my sister, a longtime fan of Westerns, said. “That’s the best show I’ve ever seen,” said NASCAR team owner Richard Childress who, in turn, bought countless DVD sets for gifts. “That’s the first television show I’ve watched in years where I didn’t fall asleep. I didn’t want to miss a minute.” The show, based on an Elmore Leonard short story, features a gun-slinging marshal named Raylan Givens who has been sent back to his native eastern Kentucky where the righteous and renegades are at
Ronda Rich war. As usual. As far back as I can remember in the mountains that I call home, the righteous have been trying to shame the renegades who are not about to be shamed. Or tamed. There’s always some shooting and bleeding going on as well as dark comedy that comes from well-drawn characters who are wise and always, without fail, entertaining. But here’s what “Justified” does best: It gets the Appalachian South right without reducing us to mockery or ridicule. It pays homage to a stubborn bunch of people who will do it our way, like it or not, and, particularly, to those who won’t do it the government way. The show spans across the mountain poor, the city rich and all those inbetween and never fails to authentically portray all of our people in precise dialect, dress or attitude. I have marveled at the bril-
liance of it for so long that a year ago Tink took me to the set to watch a few hours of shooting. It was better than Christmas which is why I acted like a child who is both delighted and awed. “It is uncanny how well you get things right,” I said to one of the executive producers. “Well, it can be hard,” he replied humbly. “It’s a fine line to walk to get it right without looking as if we’re making fun. We want to be respectful.” Tim Olyphant, who plays Raylan, one of the most masterfully-written characters in both literature and television, came over and introduced himself. He worked with my brotherin-law on an HBO show called “Deadwood” where he also, I am told, played a lawman. I don’t know for certain because I refuse to watch it or anything else in which he acts. I want to remember him always as wise-cracking, quick-drawing Raylan. Georgia-born Walter Goggins, who plays the engaging, even likable, villain wasn’t working that day so, sadly, I didn’t meet him. The talented Goggins was particularly poetic and entertaining in the show’s
first season. “That is the most perfect season of drama television ever,” I proclaimed over and over to Tink. “The season started in one place and, amazingly, ended in a completely different place. Brilliant writing.” That’s a major reason that I’m such a fan — the writing, especially the dialogue, has my full admiration. I waxed on for so long about “Justified” that Tink finally sat down and wrote Graham Yost, the creator of the show. “My wife won’t stop talking about ‘Justified.’ She goes on and on about it and has bought at least a dozen sets for gifts,” he emailed. “So, would you do me a favor and name a character after her?” Graham immediately responded that he would do just that. “And,” Tink wrote back, “Could you kill her off, too?” He should be a comedian. Ronda Rich is the bestselling author of several books. Sign up for her newsletter at www.ronda rich.com. Her column appears weekly.
Adult education enhances quality of life for all Second in a series Additional college and workforce opportunities have resulted in the location of the Lanier Technical College / Winder Campus. The Winder campus offers eight Associate of Applied Science degrees, nine Diplomas and 22 Technical Certificates of Credits. The Lanier Technical College campus in downtown Winder reached capacity several years ago. In FY 13, the Georgia General Assembly approved a $16 million dollar bond package to construct a new campus in Barrow County. The new Lanier Tech campus in Barrow County will be located on the same educational campus as the Barrow County Schools Sims Academy of Innovation and Technology. Not only will adults be educated at the new campus, but students in high school will be able to take advantage of the college credit opportunities while still in high school. As the college transitions to the new campus off Highway 316, adult education learners will remain in the downtown Winder location and utilize the classroom space left vacant by the college. An effort that began simply to reduce the illiteracy rate in Barrow County has now not only had an impact on adult illiteracy but also opened the door for students of all ages to pursue or complete a college degree. On Jan. 1, 2014, the
Ron Saunders Winder-Barrow Coalition for Adult and Continuing Education officially became Adult Literacy Barrow. This “different name, same purpose,” continues to assist the Adult Education programs in Barrow County by raising funds and awareness. The funds come primarily from the annual Literacy Ball, held this time on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015, at the Winder Community Center. This will mark the 22nd consecutive time that the Literacy Ball has taken place.
Due to the efforts of many, adult education opportunities in Barrow County are enabling residents to be a part of the “Quality of Life” of the community.
Additionally, the Adult Education program this year and in years past has received funds from various groups and individuals to include Citizens for a Better Auburn, the Winder Women’s Club, Women of First Methodist Church in Winder, Women in Business with the Barrow County Chamber of Commerce, the Noon Lions Club of Winder, Zaxby’s and Jackson Trail Vending. Most recently, donations have been made to the Adult Education Program in honor of or in memory of individuals. All of these funds are used to either buy instructional supplies for the Adult Education teachers or to provide scholarships for the students trying to obtain their GED. It costs $160 for a student to complete the GED tests and scholarships help immensely to assist students. As of October 2013, “pencil to paper” tests for the GED were discontinued and computerized testing began. The Coalition for Adult Education purchased the initial four computers and students are currently taking their GED assessments online at the Winder Adult Education facility. Most recently, Adult Literacy Barrow and Bethlehem Elementary have formed a partnership to identify parents that may need assistance obtaining their GED or to learn the English language. This partnership is in its infancy but promises to bring adult
education to a specific elementary school. Although we have a great deal to be proud of by the reduction of the adult illiteracy rate in Barrow County from 42 percent to 20 percent, and the bringing about excellent college and work force opportunities, our work is far from over. We all should realize that an educated workforce is one that can bring a “Quality of Life” to a community. Adult Literacy Barrow will continue the effort of supporting the Adult Education Program in Barrow County to include GED and English as a Second Language programs. By the end of 2014, Lanier Technical College/ Barrow Campus will open its multi- million dollar campus building and expand its offerings of college and work force opportunities. Due to the efforts of many, adult education opportunities in Barrow County are enabling residents to be a part of the “Quality of Life” of the community. It has indeed been a long hard path to travel, but a needed one and most definitely a successful one. Dr. Ron Saunders is executive director of Adult Literacy Barrow, located at 89 E. Athens St., Winder, GA 30680. He can be reached at 770-868-4089 (office); 770868-4082(fax) or by email at rsaunders@laniertech. edu. Visit www.educatebarrow.org
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Recycle: A paper shredding opportunity. Personal papers will be shredded on site for a minimum fee. Additional donations accepted. Rejoice: Enjoy our church choirs while feasting on a free hot dog for lunch. Drinks, chips and baked goods will also be available. The event is being sponsored by Christ Lutheran Church, The Springs, McEver Road Methodist, St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church, East Lanier Community Church and Oakwood United Methodist with all proceeds benefiting the South Hall Community Food Pantry. sss First Baptist Church of Jefferson is hosting Back to Church Sunday from 9:40 a.m. to noon on Sunday, Oct. 12. Has it been months or years since you have been to church on Sunday? First Baptist of Jefferson is encouraging anyone and everyone to come to church on this special Sunday. There is going to be a welcome lunch for all of our guests, so please sign up for the meal by Monday, Oct. 6, by calling the church office at 706-367-8332. The church is located at 246 Washington St., in Jefferson. Dr. Michael Helms is senior pastor. sss The Church of Hoschton is having its annual Chicken Que on Saturday, Oct. 25. Tickets are $10 each and are on sale now; tickets are limited, so get ‘em soon. All proceeds will go toward the building fund. Also on that same day, plans are being made for the church’s first fall festival with hayrides for every age on the new property located at 380 Sam Freeman Road in Hoschton. Stay tuned for more information. Trunk or Treat will be held at the current church property from 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 29. Hot dogs, chips and all the trimmings will be available. For information on where to purchase tickets or about the church, you may contact
any church member or call the church office at 706-654-8415 or Pastor Cory Sexton at 678234-9408. The church is located at 99 E. Jefferson St., in Hoschton. The Church of Hoschton is hosting Bible study for ladies in the community on the third Tuesday evening at 6:30 in the classroom at the rear of the church building. Service times are as follows: Sunday school at 9:30 a.m., worship at 10:30 a.m., evening worship begins at 6 and Wednesday prayer meeting starts at 7 p.m. with Bible study to follow at 7:30. Call the church office at 706-654-8415 or Pastor Cory Sexton at 678234-9408. The church is located at 99 E. Jefferson St., in Hoschton. sss Winder Church of God will host KidsFest 2014 from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25. The church is located at 476 Jefferson Highway in Winder. Enjoy free food, bounce houses, carnival games, face painting, giveaways, costume contest, Wheels of Hope and much more. Everything is free. Come join in the fun for the whole family. For more information, call 770867-4123. In the event of rain, the festival will be postponed to Saturday, Nov.1. sss A new ladies’ study group will begin meeting at 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays starting Oct. 23 at Arbor Pointe Church. The focus of this study will be a new book by Lysa TerKeurst titled, “The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands.” Cost for the book is $10. For more information, contact the church at 770-272-6778 or admin@arborpointe. org. Arbor Pointe Church is located in the Towne Center Plaza at 115 Towne Center Parkway, Hoschton. Visit www. arborpointe.org. sss The Gordon Street Fall Festival will be held from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 26. Everyone is invited to come to the Fall Fest at Gordon Street
Park. There are going to be hotdogs, popcorns, games, inflatables, face painting and more. It is going to be fun for the whole family. The event is being hosted by First Baptist Church, located at 246 Washington St., in Jefferson. Dr. Michael Helms, senior pastor, can be contacted at 706-3678332. sss A new worship series at Arbor Pointe Church is Parables: Rediscovering the stories of Christ. This new series will cover some of the best-known stories that Jesus himself told to illustrate the nature of God. These stories meet us where we are and invite us to know God better. You’re invited to (re)discover these stories at Arbor Pointe Church every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday school and a youth class are offered at 9:15 a.m.; Children’s Sunday school is offered through fifth grade as a part of the worship time. For more information, visit Arbor Pointe on the web at www.arborpointe.org, like them on Facebook or follow them on Twitter (@ ImperfectAPC). sss Living Word Worship Center in Jefferson conducting a collection drive for toiletries and other items for the homeless through the month of October. Thank you to everyone who has already donated toys. Donations can be dropped off in the foyer of the church located at 267 Mahaffey St., in Jefferson. Call 706-367-5317.
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Charity golf tourney for firefighters is set A charity golf tournament is planned for Oct. 27 to benefit the three Hall County firefighters injured July 22 when the bucket they were in on the county’s Sutphen ladder truck fell 44 feet to the ground. T.J. Elliot, Will Griffin and Stephen Jackson suffered back and spinal injuries. According to fellow firefighter J.M. Martorano, who like others has been at the bedside of colleagues who are healing but may never be able to fully return to similar duties, the department morale has been low as fellow firefighters are crippled by the injuries to the men they work alongside. With furloughs and the continued eye on budgets, safety is now getting additional focus and the department is moving in a new direction. The community has done so much to help these public safety families but more help is needed as the injured firefighters and their families continue to mend. There are expenses which are not covered
as the firefighters are at a decreased salary although injured on duty. The Hall County Firefighters Charity Golf Tournament will be held Oct. 27 at Royal Lakes Golf and Country Club in Flowery Branch and two dozen teams have already signed on for the four-player Lauderdale format. The tournament has a 9 a.m. shotgun start and lunch will be provided. The tournament will include a silent auction, mulligans, a putting contest and door prizes and donations are welcomed. To register or for information on sponsorships, contact Susan Gowan at hcffcharitygolftournament@yahoo.com, Sonja Stamey at 678-316-4372 or Gina Robertson at 770-309-2509. Other financial donations to the firefighters and their families can also be directed to Hall County Injured Firefighters Fund, c/o Hall County Credit Union, P.O. Box 908237, Gainesville, GA 30501.
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Battle of the Corvettes: Taylor Brothers, Wayne Taylor Racing take 10-hour marathon
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Left: The No. 10 Wayne Taylor Racing Corvette DP runs in first place during Saturday’s 10-hour Petit Le Mans endurance race at Road Atlanta. The car was driven by Jordan and Ricky Taylor and Max Angelelli. Right: The Taylor brothers, Max Angelelli and team owner Wayne Taylor, holding the guitar, celebrate on the podium after Saturday’s win during the 10-hour Petit Le Mans endurance race at Road Atlanta. BY CHARLES PHELPS
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BRASELTON—On Saturday, Road Atlanta didn’t disappoint in bringing the drama and excitement to close the inaugural 2014 season for the TUDOR United SportsCars Championship series. The 10-hour Petit Le Mans extravaganza came down to a battle of two Corvette DP’s, one from Action Express Racing, the other from Wayne Taylor Racing.
In the end, the No. 10 Wayne Taylor Racing Corvette DP proved to be the class of the field, as Jordan and Ricky Taylor and Max Angelelli all celebrated at the podium following the team’s triumphant win in the 17th annual race on the 2.54-mile road course. Jordan and Ricky became the first Americans to win the overall event. “Definitely very happy,” Angelelli said after the win. “I’m very proud for Ricky and Jordan. I’m very happy for them, very happy for the team and looking forward to
next year.” Jordan said, “It was nice to close the season off with a win and nice to do it in such dominating fashion.” While Wayne Taylor Racing celebrated the overall win, Joao Barbosa and Christian Fittipaldi of Action Express Racing celebrated even louder as they captured the inaugural TUDOR championship and the Tequila Patron North American Endurance Cup. “It’s just an amazing feeling and an amazing moment,” Barbosa said. Doug Chellew The Paper
Left: Cars make there way through the esses during Saturday’s 10-hour Petit Le Mans endurance race at Road Atlanta. The No. 10 Wayne Taylor Racing Corvette DP took the first-place trophy. Right: Fans walk down pit road before Saturday’s race begins at Road Atlanta.
The team completed every lap of every race this season and tallied up eight podium finishes including a second-place finish at Road Atlanta. To clinch the team championship, Barbosa and Fittipaldi had to just start the race. In order to split the individual title, each needed to complete the minimum drive time of 45 minutes, which they did. “It’s an awesome feeling,” Fittipaldi said. “We couldn’t be happier. We got a 24-hour win, the TUDOR championship, the North American Endurance Cup, and as my teammate (Barbosa) eluded to, we finished every
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Perfection Reigns Supreme: Dragons roll past Blue Devils, 52-6, move to 6-0 on 2014 season BY CHARLES PHELPS
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JEFFERSON—The Jefferson Dragons have shown all year why they are the class of the newly-formed Region 8-AAA by scoring throngs of points and making it tough for opposing offenses to get into Dragon territory, let alone the end zone. Last Friday at Memorial Stadium, the dominance continued as the Dragons upended region nemesis Elbert County, 52-6. Jefferson (6-0, 2-0 Region 8-AAA) was led by senior wide receivers Dalton Hill and TJ Skelton who combined for 197 yards on six catches and two touchdowns. Senior running back Sammy Williams rushed for 93 yards on 12 carries and one touchdown. Freshman running back Colby Wood carried the ball 12 times for 87 yards and two scores Quarterback Evan Shirreffs passed for 213 yards and two touchdowns. “We came out firing early,” Jefferson head coach Ben Hall said. “We were able to eliminate costly penalties that we’ve had the last couple of games and that was the focus this week. “We just wanted to play a cleaner game overall. We knew we had to have our best performance to date, we felt, to have a chance with Elbert County. Our kids bought in to that and they played a nice clean game tonight. Last week, the Dragons racked up over 80 yards in penalties. Against the Blue Devils (3-3, 0-2), they had just 35 yards in penalties. Not to be outdone, the Dragons’ defense forced three turnovers, two interception return for touchdowns by seniors Tradd Porter
and Kendrick Robinson. The defense also recovered a Blue Devils’ fumble. “Our defense is senior-laden. They are the leaders on this team. We’ve challenged them from day one to produce and they did that tonight,” Hall explained. “We haven’t had a turnover in the last couple of weeks, so we challenged those guys to go out and cause some turnovers tonight and they did that. They responded well.” The Dragons’ offense wasted little time in finding the end zone, taking just six plays on the game’s opening drive. The drive was capped off by Williams’ 2-yard touchdown run to put Jefferson up 7-0 with 9:05 left in the first quarter. On the Blue Devils’ third play from scrimmage, Robinson intercepted Turner Banks’ pass and returned it 35 yards for the Dragons’ second touchdown in less than a minute. “Coach (Hall) told us they were going to run a 15-yard out and I baited (the quarterback) and I just went for the ball,” Robinson said about the score. As the first quarter drew to a close, Shirreffs connected with Hill on a 30-yard touchdown strike to bump the Dragons’ lead to 21-0. “It was our off week this week and we came to practice every day at 7:45, watched film,” Hill said. “We had to prepare for this game. “They (Elbert County) are bigger, they are faster, stronger than we had expected, so we practiced all week for it. Our focus just had to be on point. We knew that they would out run us, but they didn’t have the heart that we had,” Hill continued. “That’s one thing that really sets us apart is the heart that we had and we just came knowing what we had to do and we had to do our jobs.”
The Dragons’ next scoring drive started with a 60-yard hook-up by Hill and Shirreffs, which got the ball down to the Blue Devils’ 11yard line. Two plays later, Wood pounded his way into the end zone to give the Dragons a 28-0 lead with 4:50 left in the second quarter. Jefferson kicker Gage Lawson extended the Dragons’ lead to 31-0, connecting on a 20yard field goal with 27 seconds left until halftime. The score remained that at the break.
On the Dragons’ first play of the third quarter, Shirreffs found Skelton for a 77-yard touchdown to propel the lead to 38-0. “It was a good night,” Skelton said. “We prepared all week for this team. I wasn’t here four years ago, but I know they (Elbert County) beat us by the same (score) that we
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Jefferson wide receiver TJ Skelton makes an Elbert County player miss a tackle during last Friday’s 52-6 win at Memorial Stadium.
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Reunion Golf and Country Club is offering junior golf academy and lessons through December. The lessons are divided into groups, from beginners to advanced junior players. Beginners meet on Thursdays from 5-6 p.m., intermediates meet from 5-6 p.m. on Fridays, and advanced juniors meet on Saturdays from 9-10 a.m. Cost per month is $100. Contact the golf shop at 770-967-8300 and online at www.reuniongolfclub.com.
The Jefferson Parks & Recreation Department is having signups for both boys’and girls’youth basketball. The cost is $60 for players ages 6-and-under and $80 ages 8-14. If you are not a city resident, an extra $35 fee will be added. Registration closes Oct. 17 for players ages 6-12; Nov. 1 for players ages 12-14. Evaluations will be held Saturday, Oct. 25 for players ages 8-10 and Saturday, Nov. 1 for ages 12-14. For more information, visit jrec.sidhelp.com, or call 706-367-5116.
East Jackson Comprehensive High School hosts “Recreation Youth” night for current youth football and cheerleading teams on Friday, Oct. 10. Players and coaches will be recognized admitted into the game for free and recognized at 7 p.m. Parents will need to purchase a ticket. Players and coaches should report to the far left gate for entry into the stadium.
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The Paper | Thursday, October 9, 2014 ing the end zone from a yard away with 3:37 left in the third quarter to give the Dragons a 52-0 lead. The Blue Devils’ lone score came behind the legs of senior Rantious Reed who found the end zone on a 5-yard run to cut the lead to 52-6 with 58 seconds left in the third quarter. He finished the game with 68 yards on the ground and the lone score. La’Kel Hood added 62 yards on nine carries. The Jefferson Dragons travel to Morgan County tomorrow night to take on the Bulldogs.
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Continued from 1B beat them (tonight), so it was like a little bit of revenge. “So, we came out here and executed and practiced hard and did our job.” Fifteen seconds later, the Dragons found the end zone again as Porter intercepted Banks’ pass and returned it 30 yards to push the Dragons’ lead to 45-0. Wood finished the Dragons’ scoring, find-
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Jefferson running back Colby Wood hurdles two Elbert County defenders during last Friday’s 52-6 win at Memorial Stadium.
Ground and Pound: Wolverines run past Tigers in Athens BY KYLE FUNDERBURK
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ATHENS—The Commerce Tigers put up a good fight, but the Prince Avenue Wolverines’ running attack answered the bell at every Tiger call. The Wolverines ran by the Tigers, 4827, last Friday in Athens. The Tigers only managed to get within 14 points of the Wolverines. “I thought our kids for the most part played hard,” Commerce head coach Michael Brown said. “Prince Avenue came here with a purpose tonight. They had a plan and they executed it. “It just seemed like we couldn’t get it any closer than 14 points.” Jonah Doster led Prince Avenue (4-2, 3-1 Region 8-A) on the ground with 129 yards on 17 carries and two touchdowns. Matthew Hill was right behind him with 115 yards on just nine carries and three touchdowns. Grant Mayberry headed the Tigers’ (4-2, 3-1) ground game with 91 yards on 10 carries. He also caught a 25-yard touchdown. Will Thomas carried the ball eight times for 69 yards and a touchdown. The Wolverines opened the game with a 75-yard drive which ended on Tyson Herron’s 43-yard touchdown run. Commerce answered with a 5-yard touchdown run by Cole Chancey. The scoring run took place a few plays after Caleb Woods completed a 45-yard pass to J’Varius Wood. The game didn’t stay tied for long as Herron returned to the end zone on a 4-yard carry a minute into the second quarter. Commerce attempted to tie the game on their next drive but a sack on Woods pushed them to a third- and-24 situation.
Hawks rout Mustangs on road, homecoming game tomorrow night BY COLIN HUBBARD
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NORCROSS—The Mill Creek Hawks’ offense showed it wasn’t out of gas after last week’s high-scoring loss at home to North Gwinnett. The Hawks moved to 5-0 all-time against the Meadowcreek Mustangs last Friday, dominating the game, 637. The Hawks (3-3, 2-1 Region 7-AAAAAA) scored touchdowns on all seven drives in the first half, six of them on the ground. The Mustangs (1-5, 0-3) have won just five out of their last 130 games. Senior running back Johnathon Hawkins scored the game’s first two touchdowns. He finished his short productive night with four carries for 111 yards and two scores. Hawkins now has 721 yards and eight touchdowns on the season. “Our offense was clicking on all cylinders,” Mill Creek head coach Shannon Jarvis said. “It was a great night to be a Hawk.” Standout quarterback Daniel David wasn’t needed much, but when his number was called, he performed. David was 6-for-7 through the air for 59 yards and a touchdown. He also added a 25-yard rushing touchdown that dazzled the crowd. Daniel is now responsible for 1,086 all-purpose yards and 12 touchdowns for the Hawks this season. Then, it was senior running back
Brian Efianayi’s number to be called for the Hawks. He touched the ball nine times for 93 yards and one touchdown. Senior wide receiver David Curry led all receivers with three catches for 30 yards and a touchdown. After a missed field goal from the Hawks’ 6-yard line, the Mustangs couldn’t get anything going on offense. The Mustangs mustered up just 81 total yards of offense. The Hawks’ defense was led by standout defensive end Tyler Vernon. He recorded three first-half sacks, improving his season total to a teamleading eight sacks. “Very pleased with our defense tonight,” Jarvis added. Senior defensive back Kijhani Sebastien also had a great performance, intercepting a pass from Meadowcreek quarterback Kalu Onumah midway through the second quarter. It is the second interception for Mill Creek this season. After the Hawks pulled their starters midway through the second quarter, players like Malik Turner and backup quarterback Cameron Turley got a chance to show what they can do. Turner had four carries for 59 yards and two touchdowns before halftime. His touchdowns were from 23 and 27 yards out. “Anytime I get my hands on the ball, I have faith in my team and coaches that I will score,” Turner stated. “It was a great team victory.”
Turner is now averaging a touchdown every four touches, leading the team in that category. Turley completed one pass on the night that went for 25 yards. When the second half started, Mill Creek kept piling the points on. After the only punt they had all night, Mill Creek scored touchdowns on its last two possessions. On just his fourth rushing attempt of the season, senior Jason Chase scored from 10 yards out to make the score a whopping 56-0 late in the third quarter. The Hawks saw a heavy dose from junior running back Daniel Leconte in the second half. He had ten carries for 75 yards and a touchdown. It was his first-career touchdown as a Hawk. “I was able to bust through there,” Leconte said. “It was a great feeling. My team had confidence in me. “Heading to the next game, it’s just the same thing over and over again. Coach is going to make sure we execute.” As a team, Mill creek rushed for 396 yards and threw for 84 yards. The Hawks now have touchdowns from 11 different players this year. Mill Creek is one game behind firstplace Norcross and Peachtree Ridge in region play. Mill Creek host Mountain View High School (1-5, 0-3 Region 7-AAAAAA), who are on a five-game losing streak, tomorrow night.
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The Mill Creek Hawks’ cross country teams competed in the Great American Cross Country Festival in Cary, N.C., this past weekend. The girls’ team finished 11th overall. They were led by Hannah Petit, who finished 24th with a time of 18:33. Sara Scales finished 34thwith a time of 18:44 and Camryn Petit finished 40th, clocking-in with a time of 18:52. The boys’ team finished 16th overall, beating out Gwinnett County rival Peachtree Ridge High School. Sam Costa finished 18th overall with a time of 15:40. Noah Hollis, Jordan Ashwood and Gavin Childers all finished within eight seconds of each other. They finished 72nd, 76th and 88th respectively. Other Georgia high schools that competed included Marietta High School, who brought home a secondplace finish, St. Pius X Catholic High School finished 14th. Brookwood High School finished 20th and Peachtree Ridge finished 21st. The Hawks host the 12th annual Coach Wood invitational on Saturday, Oct. 18. The event will consist of 64 teams competing in 12 different race. For more information, visit www.millcreekathletics.com/hawks/.
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lap of every race this season.” Fittipaldi felt the team had a stronger car in the day than night. But, once the titles were clinched, they gave it all they had. “The 10 just beat us fair and square,” he added. The Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates Ford EcoBoost/Riley DP car driven by Scott Pruett, Memo Rojas and Scott Dixon finished in third place, one lap behind the front two. Local Braselton company DeltaWing Racing Cars finished fourth overall, five laps behind. Andy Meyrick, Katherine Legge and Gabby Chaves manned the DeltaWing DWC13 through the 10hour marathon. All the top-four finishers were part of the Prototype class. Local driver Bryan Sellers and Wolf Henzler drove a Porsche 911 RSR for Team Falken Tire to a first-place finish in the GT Le Mans class. It was the second win in a row at Road Atlanta for the Auburn, Ga., native. The team finished ninth overall. “It was good,” Sellers
said. “All the Porsche’s were strong this weekend and we were lucky enough to come out on top.” The Starworks Motorsport ORECA FLM09 car driven by Mirco Schultis and Renger van der Zande took first in the Prototype Challenge class, fifth overall. Paul Miller Racing drivers of Matthew Bell, Christopher Haase and Bryce Miller manned the team’s Audi R8 LMS car to a first-place finish in the GT Daytona class. They finished 24th overall. Dane Cameron of Buford won the championship in the GTD class. “It’s an amazing feeling to get my first sportscar championship and do it in the inaugural season (of the TUDOR United SportsCar Championships),” the 25-year-old Cameron said. “The last hour (of the race) was probably the longest (hour) of my life. You start hearing things in the car.” He added it made it more special to win the championship at Road Atlanta. “It has always been (a) good place to me,” he said. “It’s a great race track.” For more information about the different series or Road Atlanta, visit www. roadatlanta.com or go to www.imsa.com.
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On the next play, Woods threw an interception which was caught on the 5-yard line. The Tigers’ defense managed to force a Prince Avenue punt. However, the Wolverines took back over with under two minutes left in the first half, scoring on an 8-yard run by Jonah Doster giving them a 21-7 halftime advantage. “To be honest I take the blame. There were a couple of calls on that drive in the second quarter that led to the interception that were pretty bad calls on my part,” Brown said. The game was back and forth the rest of the night. Prince Avenue opened up the second half with a 45-yard run by Matthew Hill. Commerce was able to get back on the board on their next possession as Woods found Wood wide open for a 30-yard touchdown. Prince Avenue ended a 12-play drive with an 8-yard run by Hill. Commerce answered with a quick fourplay drive including a 32-yard run by Mayberry and a 22-yard run by Thomas to slim the margin back to 14. Prince Avenue had a more rapid answer by scoring in only three plays. After a failed onside kick, Hill found the end zone again on a 22-yard run. Woods ended Commerce’s next and final scoring drive with a 25-yard pass to Mayberry. Prince Avenue blocked the extra-point attempt, keeping Commerce 14 points behind. Doster put the final nail in the Tigers’ coffin by scoring on a 13-yard run with only a minute and a half left in the game. Prince Avenue then recovered a fumble on the ensuing kickoff and ran out the clock to preserve the 48-27 victory.
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Welcome to Braselton’s downtown hoedown
Artists Linda Griffiths and Sarina Roth, pictured at left, were featured at the Braselton DDA’s Downtown Hoedown fundraiser held at the Braselton-Stover House on Oct. 2.
By FARAH BOHANNON
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The Braselton-Stover House temporarily switched from a formal wedding and special events venue to a place where cowboy hats and jeans were appropriate. Oct. 2 marked the Downtown Hoedown, hosted by the Braselton Downtown Development Authority (DDA). The Toast to Braselton event was sponsored by BM&K Construction & Engineering and was a great time for all. The highlight of the evening consisted of a large art auction with masterpieces by local artists Linda Griffiths and Sarina Roth. Tables were scattered throughout the Braselton-Stover House with beautifully placed, framed photos where potential buyers could browse with ease. Griffiths provided her beautiful watercolor paintings that ranged from her famous cows and chickens to fruit and coastal landscapes. Roth’s photography was also a hit. She pays very strong attention to detail which leads to breathtaking photos of flowers, bits and pieces of Harley-Davidson motorcycles, wine glasses, coffee beans, coastal landscapes and much more. Each table in the ballroom had an equal amount of pieces from each artist so potential buyers could see works of art from Griffiths and Roth simultaneously. “I am so grateful to be here and help give back to Braselton,” said Roth. “Photography is a great way to capture God’s beauty. He
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Event-goers bid on art in the silent auction and sipped some Dawsonville Moonshine.
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Above: David Anderson & Deep South provided the musical entertainment for the fundraiser; Left: Stonewall’s owner Ronnie Jones, his daughter Bailey Jones and good friend Mark Ingram assisted in the preparation of the evening’s BBQ spread; Below: Among those representing the event’s Two-Step Sponsor, BM&K Construction & Engineering, was Sharon Anderson, Stephanie Rolander, Katrina Neidlinger, Sloane Laughman, Terri Allen, Wade Riley and Mickie McJunkin
created the beautiful sunrises and sunsets, I just take the pictures of them.” Downtown Director Amy Pinnell said she was thrilled with this year’s turnout and was grateful for the willingness of Griffiths and Roth to help host an event that helps fund the DDA. “Linda and Sarina were so generous with their time and energy as they contributed to the auction,” said Pinnell. “Last year it was important to make this event fresh and fun. We carried the casual element over into this year, and overall I believe that the guests had
a wonderful time.” In between chowing down on Braselton’s own Stonewall’s BBQ and dancing to David Anderson & Deep South, attendees kept their eyes glued on the beautiful masterpieces and socialized on the porch where the special drinks were served. Cork & Keg of Braselton provided the alcoholic beverages while there were a handful of Dawsonville Moonshine Distillery moonshine flavors to try in a shot glass. This perk of the event was extremely popular because of the unique fall flavors and the different proofs of the moonshine.
Community town hall session set for tonight To grasp a better understanding of where the funds from the DDA Hoedown are used, there will be a community town hall meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 9. Along with pizza and soft drinks, attendees will learn about the Main Street program and how it is designed to help revitalize and sustain economic stability in downtown communities. “The DDA has been charged with overseeing Braselton’s Main Street program once we
receive Main Street status,” said Pinnell. “We anticipate reaching that goal by the first of next year.” As of right now, Braselton is participating in the Georgia Main Street start-up program although the DDA always strived to follow the Main Street four-point approach. For more information, contact Amy Pinnell at 706-684-0369 or apinnell@braselton. net.
Quilt raffle drawing will be Nov. 15 at festival On display at the hoedown was the Town of Braselton T-shirt quilt which is being raffled off as a DDA fundraiser. Tickets are $5 each and the winning ticket will be drawn at 5 p.m. on Nov. 15 at Braselton Park during the Celebrate the Holidays in Braselton Festival but you don’t have to be present to win. It was designed by local quilter Lee Yarrell using squares are made from T-shirts from
various Braselton events. Yarrell, pictured left with Town Manager Jennifer Dees who collected the Braselton event T-shirts for Yarrell’s vision, presented the finished product to the DDA. Tickets for the quilt, valued at $600, can be purchased at Countryside Antiques, Braselton Gallery, A Flea Antique, Elements a Day Spa, Two Ladies in the Attic, Town Hall or the Downtown Development Office.
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Calendar is busy with abundance of fall happenings By FARAH BOHANNON
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It is time to grab your best costume and head to Jefferson Drugs to buy your pumpkins for the upcoming Halloween holiday. There are a lot of family friendly activities happening in Jefferson this October that cannot be missed. The events are a perfect way to celebrate this beautiful season. First of all, Jefferson is looking for volunteers to sign up for a Downtown Fall Decorating Extravaganza. It will be a lot of fun to get together with some close friends and adorn the city with hues of reds, oranges, yellows and browns. This
will take place at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 9. Call Beth Laughinghouse at the Main Street Jefferson office at 706-367-5714 to sign up. And in anticipation of the Historic Haints & Saints Cemetery Tour, from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. 18, there will be a Woodbine Cemetery Clean-Up Day for eager volunteers. Call the Main Street Jefferson Office for more information about how you can get involved. There are three more events happening on Oct. 18 in the Jefferson area including the Shields-Ethridge Farm Black Pot Cooking Festival, the Jefferson Drugs Fall Fun Fest and the Movie on the Green.
The Fall Fun Fest will take place from 4-8 p.m. on the South Public Square with a pumpkin carving contest as the highlight of the event. There is no charge to enter, so invite friends and family to join in on the fun. Participants can bring in their own carved pumpkin to enter the contest or they can carve one for free at Jefferson Drugs and submit it to the contest. Judges for the pumpkin carving contest will include the Fall Fun Fest guests, so anyone who attends the event is eligible. This event will also include face painting, inflatable bouncers, balloon animals, food and drink, kids’ activities and much more. For more information,
visit www.jeffdrug.com. October’s Movie on the Green will take place later that evening when the sun sets, and the movie will be “The Haunted Mansion.” However, prior to the movie, there will be a costume contest for all with some pretty great prizes for the winners. Activities start at 8 p.m. The big screen will be set up behind Regions Bank drive through on the hill. There are no bad seats. Lastly, Oct. 31 marks yet another Jefferson Halloween Walk. Halloween is on a Friday night this year, so it is a perfect night to attend. The walk is for children 12 and under and costumes are encouraged. There will be face painting, hay
rides, treats, and tricks. It will take place in downtown Jefferson from 4-6 p.m. Visit www.facebook.com/mainstreetjeffersonga Also on Halloween, Braselton Chiropractic and Fredrick’s Jewelry is issuing an invitation to enjoy some fall fun at Mulberry Walk Shopping Center starting at 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 31. Enjoy hayrides, a dunking booth, cake walk, face painting and more fall fun as 14 businesses will be handing out candy for trick or treaters in costume. Fort Yargo State Park is Stories & S’mores from 8-10 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 17. The event is free but the park entrance fee is required.
Braselton Gallery welcomes animal lovers, pets By FARAH BOHANNON
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The Braselton Gallery made a tribute to animals on Oct. 4 by showcasing several artists and their animal masterpieces. Along with the artists were representatives of the Jackson County Humane Society as well as a handful of other vendors who are passionate about pets and the joy they bring to lives all around. Terri Estes of TLE Creative Graphite Portraits was in attendance with a variety of her pet portraits. She is known for her extremely realistic portraits of dogs that are so striking that they can at times be mistaken for a camera photo. The portraits
she had available were animals she has either owned in the past or they are pets of loved ones, but she does take custom orders if a portrait of a furry friend is desired. Estes said that she enjoys creating these portraits because it will last a lot longer than just a photo and will allow owners to always remember exactly what their pet looked like. She has created portraits of Dachshunds, Labradors and much more. Visit www.facebook.com/tlecreative for more information. John Spiker of Sancey Art also attended to showcase his popular acrylic paintings of unique animals that may not be seen on a regular basis like cats or dogs. While canines and felines were ex-
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John Spiker was among the artists displaying his work at All About the Animals hosted at Braselton Gallery on Oct. 4.
tremely popular at the gallery on this particular day, the uniqueness of his animal works was a great touch. For example, his owl, egret and woodpecker paintings were available for sale. Spiker had several shoppers stop at his booth who commented on the vibrancy of his canvas paintings. Call 470-545-8415 or send an email to spikerjohn1949@gmail.com for more information. Jim and Belinda Lynn lured all of the pets to their Madison and Vine Soap Works booth with their bags of homemade dog treats. The treats are all-natural and packed full of healthy ingredients such as banana, oats and peanut butter so pet owners can ensure they are not offering preservatives and artificial flavors. “The treats must be refrigerated when not in use or else they will spoil,” said Jim Lynn. Homemade dog shampoos as well as bath products for humans were also offered by Madison and Vine Soap Works. These products are luxurious, hand-crafted and made with pure essential oils and are ideal for pets and humans with sensitive skin. Jim says they will have a booth at the Braselton Antique and Holiday Festival and will offer several more products for festival-goers. For more information, call 770-560-7167. The Humane Society of Jackson County served as an information hub to the gallery goers who looked to receive more information about their upcoming happenings. Raffle tickets for two large gift baskets were available for purchase while other small items sold throughout the day. All proceeds went toward the new future animal shelter. There were also tickets sold for the
Jackson County Habitat sets series of meetings to identify family No. 14 Jackson County Habitat for Humanity is preparing to select its next family to receive a home. Many low income families think the dream of home ownership is just that – a dream. Jackson County Habitat for Humanity makes that dream come true for their partner families. Habitat builds safe, energy-efficient, affordable homes – and the house payments are interest free. Habitat for Humanity is a Christian based, non- profit organization that works with families in need in Jackson County. Habitat has started work on the 12th Jackson County Habitat home, and is ready to pick the next family. To qualify for a Habitat home, applicants must: • Have a housing need (overcrowded, unsafe, plumbing or structural issues, etc.) • Have the ability to make a $350-$450 monthly mortgage payment (includes taxes and insurance) • Be willing to partner (help Habitat help other families) • Live or work in Jackson County For those who want to apply for a Habitat home, now is the perfect time because Jackson County. Habitat is looking for family No. 14. To apply, applicants must
attend one of the following meetings. There, they will receive their application, instructions on how to apply, plus an overview of Habitat for Humanity and its housing ministry. On Tuesday, Oct. 21, a meeting will be held at 6 p.m.at the Habitat ReStore, located at 661 S. Main St., in Commerce, near the Lanier Tech campus and Badcock Furniture. The Church at Southside will host a 6 p.m. session on Thursday, Oct. 23. The Church at Southside is located at 100 Crooked Creek Road, Athens A 10 a.m. meeting will be held on Saturday, Oct. 25, at Commerce Community Church, located at 310 B. Wilson Road in Commerce, just off Highway 98 near Commerce Hardware. Paradise AME Church is hosting a 2:30 p.m. session on Sunday, Oct. 26. Paradise AME is located at 431 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Jefferson. At 6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 26, Living Word Church is hosting a meeting. Living Word is located at 267 Mahaffey St., in Jefferson. Homes are built with donations and volunteer labor provided by Church groups, businesses, community service organizations, school groups, individuals and the Habitat families. For more
information, go to the website at www.jacksoncountyhabitat.org, or call 706336-0061. “Like” Jackson County Habitat on facebook –jacksoncountyhabitatfor humanity.
Mimosas for Mutts Murder Mystery event that will take place on Saturday, Oct. 25. Other participants in the Braselton Gallery’s pet fest were Braselton Animal Hospital and Braselton photog-
rapher Melinda Allen who photographed the pets who attended the event. For more information about the Jackson County Humane Society and upcoming happenings, visit www.
hsjc.com or call 706-3671111. For more information about upcoming events at the Braselton Gallery, visit www. facebook.com/braseltongallery or call 678-960-8977.
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COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS Tea Party Patriots meeting. State School Superintendent candidate Richard Woods and retired public school teacher Helen Adams will speak on issues in public education at the Oct. 9 meeting of the Tea Party Patriots of Jackson County. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 9, at the Jefferson Club House. The public is invited to the meeting. The Common Core Standards and Curriculum is one issue that will be discussed and both active and retired public education teachers and administrators are also invited. Braselton Library special guests. The Chick-fil-A cow is coming to the Braselton Library at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 10. On Saturday, Oct. 11, it’s Reading with the Dogs time at 11:30 a.m. Jefferson Library hosts author. Retired Air Force Colonel Lee Ellis will discuss his new book “Leading with Honor: Leadership Lessons from the Hanoi Hilton,” at 11 a. m. on Thursday, Oct. 9, at the Jefferson Public Library. Ellis, a Commerce native, spent five and a half years in the infamous “Hanoi Hilton” Prison Camp after his plane was shot down over North Vietnam in 1967. Ellis is a leadership consultant and a keynote speaker in the areas of leadership and teambuilding. Books will be available for purchase and signing for $15. For more information, call the library at 706-367-8012. Never the Rock Photography anniversary. To mark nine years of business in October, Never the Rocky Photography is hosting a gathering on Oct. 10 at 11 a.m. at Higher Grounds Coffee House in Braselton. There will be door prizes and giveaways, hors d’oeuvres and cake and a celebratory toast with sparkling cider. The Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce will make an appearance in their Never the Rock Photography T-shirts. For more information, visit the Never the Rock Photography facebook page or call Sarina Roth at 678897-7792.
Grand opening and fall festival at Northeast Georgia Physicians Group (NGPG) West Jackson. Marissa Mercado, MD, and the staff at NGPG West Jackson will celebrate their grand opening and the addition of family medicine physician, Scott Ellis, MD, with a free fall festival on Saturday, Oct. 11, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Families are invited to come and tour the new location at 26 West Jackson Commons Drive in Hoschton while taking advantage of free blood pressure checks, BMI screenings, vision screenings, rides, games, lunch, activities for kids and much more. The Jackson County GOP will meet from 7:30-9 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11, at the Jefferson Club House. The program will include discussion about Question A on the ballot in the upcoming election and how it will affect state income taxes. There will also be discussion of the impact the Jackson County Industrial Development Authority has on school and county taxes and on fire districts. Keep Jackson County Beautiful volunteer appreciation. Bring your teams and join in as the Keep Jackson County Beautiful Board of Directors honors its volunteers at a 2 p.m. picnic on Sunday, Oct. 12, in Pavilion #1 at Hurricane Shoals Park in Maysville.Pizza, drinks and dessert will be enjoyed. Door prizes will be awarded including a $150 Whole Foods shopping spree, Troy-Built straight shaft gas trimmer, shirts made from recycled material and gift cards. The Richard Chambers Award will be presented to the most dedicated organization and the Susie Litter Award will be presented to the most dedicated individual or individual family. Other recognitions will also be made. RSVP to strepagnier@jacksoncountygov. com or call 706-708-7198. Councilmen host town hall meeting. A Jefferson Town Hall meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Oct. 14 in the new Jefferson Station meeting room. Councilmen Steve Quinn and Mark Mobley in-
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Located on Harrison Street in the town’s historic downtown, the market is held from 4-7 p.m. on Fridays. Discussion is under way to possibly extend the season. Visit www.downtownbraselton.com and let downtown director Amy Pinnell know if you would like to see the farmers market continue past Oct. 10. October happenings at the Old Fort at Fort Yargo State Park. Stories & S’mores will be held from 8-10 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 17. The event is free event but the park entrance fee is required. The program is geared toward the elementary age children, but all are welcome. Bring your own chair. The Friends
of Fort Yargo and the Living History Society of Jackson County will host All Hallows Eve / Autumn Nights to be held Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 with games, food and a hayride for $5 (plus park entrance fee). Taste of Jackson and Business Showcase. Being presented by the City of Commerce, the Taste of Jackson and Business Showcase will be held from 5-8 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 21, at the Commerce Civic Center, located at 1645 S. Elm St., in downtown Commerce. Hoschton Women’s Civic Club. The next meeting of the club is Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 7:30 p.m. at the Hoschton Depot.
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You might be ‘making it’ now, but think of the future Dear Carolyn: This seems like such a minor issue, but it’s starting to really bother me. My friends and I are at an age when the people who’ve made it are really making it, and when the people who haven’t made it really haven’t. We’re fortunate to be in the first group. Through hard work and a little luck, we’ve hit a lot of our goals and are cruising right along. Now we can finally start to really enjoy our money and do things we’ve always wanted to do. Meanwhile, some of our friends are experiencing chronic unemployment or underemployment, or are encumbered with illness or other mishap. They are barely making ends meet. I want to share my enthusiasm about an upcoming trip or other major purchase, but I don’t want to
Carolyn Hax seem like I’m rubbing their faces in it. Another friend, similarly well off, manages to mention his income at every gettogether and I don’t want to be that person. Where’s the line between being happy about what I’m doing and rubbing it in? This seemed a lot easier when we were all in our 20s — even though we were doing well then too, the difference didn’t seem so stark. — Lucky in Life Problems become easier to solve when you figure out what you’re trying to accomplish, so let’s find your goal in sharing “enthusiasm
about ... a major purchase.” Um. “Bask in the glory of me?” You try phrasing it without snark — it’s harder than it looks. Playing it as straight as possible, let’s call your goal, “Tell people how happy I am and why.” (As opposed to just being happy, which involves no phrasing or audience-management.) Is that a worthy aim, one you’d want friends to pursue with you? How about if they’re flush and you’re broke (more on which in a moment)? Or would you prefer they had goals such as: be compassionate, be funny, be interesting, be supportive, be a good listener, be flexible, be inclusive? Or just, be good company? Be forgiving, too, is a good one when you need it, though it’s on us not to need it too often. Of course your friends care about you, so when they ask you what’s new, sure, share you’re moving
next month or off to Spain tomorrow, with an emphasis on experiences, not acquisitions. Buying a bimmer is the latter, no matter what the dealer tells you. And emphasis on others, since actually caring for friends above purchases inoculates you nicely against that-ness. When you’re excited about something, OK, be joyful; if you can’t be human then you can’t be friends. But unless you’re a gifted storyteller as measured by the rapt attention of people not angling to be named in your will, your travels and success stories are fascinating to precisely one population: the people who participate in them. If that. Otherwise you’re bragging. So make that your conversational GPS: Is this interesting to anyone but me? Friends help steer you to the answer, by prodding you with questions or not.
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You’re cruising now, but you don’t get the last word on how long that lasts, and your luck and hard work might drop you at an age when all the things you thought you could count on go to (unprintable). Visits from the (unprintable) fairy are orders of magnitude tougher on the ones who never dreamed it could happen to them. As in, the ones who acted as if it could never happen to them. Around friends to whom it already did. Since that alone would make you that person, don’t have your crow unless you’re ready to eat it, too. Dear Carolyn: A friend is staying in an abusive relationship because he believes he has far more parenting influence if he’s in the house, and because he fears how she would treat the kids if she had unsupervised visitation. I don’t assume she would get custody if they went to court, but he
certainly isn’t interested in risking it. How can I support my friend? — Friend By urging him to talk, discreetly and soon, to an attorney and a family therapist. There might be ways for him to document the situation at home to support him in court someday, getting his kids out of this abusive home. He has the right priority in wanting to protect his children, but he might not be acting on it enough. I also recommend these steps so he can protect himself. Anyone abusive, in fact anyone who creates a volatile situation at home, has to be considered capable of turning accusations on the innocent. Urge him to document, document, document; neither he nor the kids can wait. Chat with Carolyn online at noon each Friday at www. washingtonpost.com.
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text MECH to 51893 for info 877-976-9930 www.aimntls.com/30 LEAD ELECTRICIAN Performs repairs, preventative maint. installations and general maint. HS dip or GED required along with Technical diploma in Industrial Electrical Systems with 5yrs industrial maint. exp. Applicant must furnish own tools and pass drug screen. Contact Karen Julian 770-532-0451 kjulian@mincey marble.com Local company needs experienced Mechanic. Pay based on exp. Mon thru Fri, 40hrs. Small engines a plus, Call 770534-0041 Fax: 770-534-1344 Small Engine Mechanic wanted. Experienced. 678-617-9085 Truck Equipment Co. is looking for a self motivated candidate to serve as the Lead Man in our Municipal Truck Upfitting Department. Knowledge of diesel engines, electrical systems and hydraulics required. Good compensation and benefits for the right person. email resume to commtruckequip@ gmail.com TRUSS BUILDER wanted. Will train. Apply in person: Panel Truss Oakwood 3703 Old Oakwood Rd, Oakwood, GA 30566
Truck Drivers CDL CLASS A DRIVERS Local & OTR. Full benefits. Co. drivers only. 2yrs exp., clean MVR. 770-887-6117 Experienced drivers needed to make local deliveries/pick-ups. Straight truck/no CDL/ must have clean MVR. Some heavy lifting. Mon-Fri. 770-682-9060 MRT TRUCKING OTR DRIVER 2 yrs driving exp. reqd. 404-668-4554 770-536-6706
Stuff Appliances Kenmore Washers $125; DRYERS $75; . Will sell separate. We take trade-ins 770-905-3441 678-617-5560 WASHER & DRYER Kenmore. Exc Cond. $250. 770-983-1507
Cemetery Lots for Sale 2 Lots and 2 Vaults. Memorial Park Cemetery. Spruce Lawn Garden, 195A. Reduced to $5000. 706-754-0710 2 Plots 1 Vault, $5000.00 at Memorial Park, South Hall. 770-654-1616. LOT in Memorial Park South, Lot 100, $1,000. Call 706-486-6825
Lawn Equipment SNAPPER RIDING MOWER. 12 HP, 28 inch cut, very good cond., $450. Flowery Branch. 678-943-7436
Misc. For Sale COLLECTIBLE CARS, 1/18th & 1/32nd in scale, Hot Wheels, Johnny Lightning, Matchbox, large trucks. 770-889-1797 Scroll Saw Hawk 20in Floor stand model. $375. 770-536-7217
Pets & Supplies NorthEast GA Oldest GM Dealership is growing. WE NEED TECHNICIANS pay up to $26 per flat rate hour based on qualification and experience, good benefits and working conditions. Call Paul Fuller 770-718-3140
Lost Parrot, Amazon - Greeen with Orange under wings = Medium Size - Answers to Petie - If spotted or found, please call 678-793-9215 Precious Malti-Poo puppies. (2M). 1st shots vet wormed. Have both parents. $325. 706-8926153 or 706-892-6154
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YARD SALE! All proceeds benefit Relay for Life
3BR/1BA Exit 20 at I-985 $475/mo. 706-974-3360
Business Property For Sale
Twice a year we open up our parking lot right off Green Street to help you clean out your closets and help us give back to a good cause!
3BR/2BA Handicap accessible. Detached garage. On 2 acres in N. Hall. $800 dep; $950/ mo. 1 year Lease. 770406-1429
Saturday, October 11 – 8am to 2pm Reserve your space for $25. Bring your own tables and racks Set up begins at 6:30am To reserve your space today, call 770532-1234 and ask for Betty Thompson or Dana Erwin. Or simply stop by the office, we would love to see you! ESTATE SALE 4216 Edgeworth Dr Royal Lakes Flowery Branch GA. 30542 Fri, Oct. 10, 1-5pm Sat, Oct. 11, 9-2pm Custom designed home. Sofas, love seat, chairs, tables, DR suite, china cbnt, drop leaf tables, BR suites, pair custom brass twin beds, patio set, pool furn, TV, kitchen. Much More www.leighestate sales.com 770-536-0350
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MYRTLE TERRACES Senior Independent Living Community 1bdrm from $660 2 bdrm from $765 Certain age & income restrictions apply! Water, trash and electric included in rent Call today for more info 770-538-0928 1BR APT, in City, utilities incl., $600/mo. 678-316-3718 Oakwood - 2/1.5, yard very safe, H/A $645$725. 678-357-5044 YOU WILL LOVE THESE LOCATIONS!!! Spring Valley 1BR/1BA $625 up 2BR/2BA $750 up Brandon Place 2BR/2BA $700 Townhome 2/1-1/2 $725 Check Us Out Call today Jacky Mathis 678-779-2687
3BR/2BA West Hall. $975/mo. 770-614-8804 Apts/Homes. General Property Mgmt. 770-287-1456 www. callapartments.com Bluewater Prop. Mgmt Quality Rental Homes. $985. bluewaterpm.net 770-532-7545 No Rent Until December 1st Expires 10/31/14 3BR/2BA Homes Call Sun Homes 888-246-2803 Countrysidelake lanier.com EHO WAC
Lake Home For Rent Lake Home For Rent Gainesville. $1200mo. 770-789-8758
Mobile Homes For Rent 2BR/1BA $140wk $200 dep 678-828-8623 678-697-7181 No pets 3BR/2BA PVT, Flowery Branch area, no pets, $700m + dep. Refs reqd. 770-654-5412
Gainesville, GA 2 APT Properties 100 and 175 units Contact Multi Housing Advisors 404-751-2671 www. usmha.com
House For Sale-Hall County 3BR/2BA, finished basement, living room, kitchen, East Hall area/ Gillsville. $120,000. 706-754-4563 For Sale By Owner. Brick CITY home on acre. 5BR/4.5BA, pool, hot tub, bsmt, hardwood flrs, granite & tumbled marble. $599,900. 770540-1992
Recreation Boats & Marine SKEETER 1984 Bass Boat- 150hp XR2, blk Max, Jack plate, hotfoot, Runs Good! $1995. 706892-9425
RV’s/Travel Trailers Forest River Surveyor 2005. Lgt weight, 21’, sheltered, Xtras. N.Hall. $6000. 727-742-8452
Wheels All Terrain Vehicles SUZUKI 2008 Red Kingquad 750. In good condition with a heavyduty warn wench. Asking $6,000.00 Call or Text 678-622-0420. can send photos
Autos For Sale
5986 Glennburtz Rd, Murrayville. 2BR. $450m 678-615-4247 678-450-5990
CADILLAC 2007 CTS $10,987 Local trade Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335
Gainesville, S/N Hall 1-3BR $85 & up per wk No app fee 1 week free 770-534-7596
CHEVY 2003 Malibu Wht. 166k, Very Good Cond. $3195. 770-5617597; 706-429-7821
Roommates Wanted Large, Very clean, 2 Private Rooms- Fully furnished (cable, internet) No dep. No util fees. Oakwood, $125/wk. 678-328-9980 MEN- Be$t, Pvt home, Fur Br, All Priv + Xtras, Oakwd 770-530-1110
CHRYSLER 2006 -300 $8987 Local trade Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 FORD 2008 Taurus X. Eddie Bauer Ed. Loaded. 171,600 mi, Good to Very Good Cond. $5500 706-658-4589
HONDA 2007 Accord. Very low mileage Garaged, covered. Like New! Seldom driven. 706-348-7954 HONDA 2007 Pilot EXL 3rd row. $13,987 Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 INFINITI 2003 - G-35 Sedan. Very Clean. $7987 Local trade Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 JAGUAR 1995 6, Beautiful, a minor mechanical issue, price nego. 706-264-9294 MITSUBISHI 2011 Lancer $10,987 Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 NISSAN 2012 Sentra 36k miles $12,987 Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 NISSAN 2012 Versa $10,987 Local trade Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 NISSAN 2013 370Z NISMO 11k miles. $32,987 Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 NISSAN 2013 Altima 2.5S $15,987 Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 TOYOTA 1993 Camry XLT. Low mi, V6. Cold A/C. Leather int. Exc Cond. $2650 706-949-4688 TOYOTA 2012 RAV-4 $16,987 Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 VOLVO 2008 XC90 AWD. 68k miles $16,987 Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335
Motorcycles HARLEY DAVIDSON 1998 Wide Glide. 23k, $5500. 706-969-8671 HD 2008 FatBoy Anniversary. 17000 mi. New tires, brakes & service. Extra chrome on anniversary edition. NADA Avg. retail is 11600 asking 9500/payoff. Bruce @ 7069682637 or bbenfiel@gmail.com
Import Cars
HONDA 2005 Gold Wing 1800 cc, full dresser, Touring Bike, gar kept. 35k miles. $10,500. 706865-0084
ACURA 2002 RL. White w/tan leath. 2nd owner 98k, Excellent. $6900. 770-533-1323
KAWASAKI 2001 Vulcan 1500. 50k, Loaded. Great 1st bike. $3500. 770560-0449
Sport Utility Vehicles CHEVROLET 2011 Equinox $14,987 Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 FORD 1996 Bronco XL, white w/tan top, Eddie Bauer edition, tan leather interior, 170k miles, new fuel pump & detailed tune up. Oversized tires, heavy duty floor mats. Asking $8000. 404-317-6652 FORD 2004 Expedition Blk, 4WD. Runs Perfect! New brakes & tires. $4700. 706-949-4688 JEEP 2002 Grand Cherokee. 4.0 eng , Pwr wind/lcks, Only 112k. $4600. 770-540-1215
Trucks FORD 1979 F-250. 4WD Deer Hunter’s Special! New Crate Engine/ clutch pressure plate/ throw out bearings. $3500. 678-997-5804 FORD 2006- 150 XLT. Supercab, 4x4 Local trade Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 FORD 2008 F-150. 4x2 Super Crew, Lariat. Style side, 5.4L, V8 w/ lower 2 tone paint. Pwr moon roof, sliding rear window, trlr tow pkg., universal gar door opener, premium 6 CD w/mp3, bedliner, bed extender, 20” alum whls. leather, satellite radio, side rails. $20,900. 770561-0490 GMC 1998 Sonoma Ext Cab. 5spd, 4 cyl, custom whls/sound. New A/C, $2999. 678-910-3434 NISSAN 2006 Frontier Ext Cab, 4cyl, auto. $7987 Local trade Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 NISSAN 2012 Frontier Crew Cab S Auto. $18,978 Local trade Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 NISSAN 2013 Frontier Ext. Cab. 4cyl, auto, 15k miles.$17,987 Local trade Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335
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