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Jefferson attracts $68 million in projects HomeGoods distribution center to create 800 new jobs; Shiloh expands with new equipment

By LEANNE AKIN

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Good news for Jefferson and Jackson County was abundant Monday as an $8 million industrial expansion and a $60 million investment by a Fortune 500 company received inducements from the City of Jefferson Development Authority.

Jefferson Blanking, better known as Shiloh in the Walnut Fork Industrial Park, is investing $8 million in new equipment which will create 52 new jobs.

The authority unanimously adopted the inducement resolution for the $8 million in equipment in a motion by Ed Thompson which was seconded by Steve Adams.

The other inducement resolution was for The TJX Companies, Inc., the parent company for HomeGoods, TJ Maxx and Marshalls, is also a Fortune 50 Retailer. A new distribution facility will be constructed in the Jefferson Distribution Center at Highway 82 and Interstate 85 for HomeGoods.

Gus Johnson made the motion to approve the HomeGoods inducement which was seconded by Roy Stowe.

Jefferson City Manager John Ward said the city has been working with TJX officials for six months, starting first with site visits which evolved into heightened interest, prompting

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City purchases downtown property which will be managed by development authority

By LEANNE AKIN

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The Jefferson City Council Monday authorized City Manager John Ward to act as the city’s agent in bidding on a property in Jefferson which was auctioned off online Tuesday.

Bidding closed at noon, and Ward was authorized to spend up to an amount from reserves authorized in executive session.

Mayor Jim Joiner said the city was very interesting in acquiring the property. The council had discussed the potential purchase during an executive session on June 10.

Ward confirmed Tuesday evening that

A whole lot of petting going on

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Jesse Ospina cuddled the furry bunny during the petting zoo visit to Braselton Park on June 14. Pint Size Petting Zoo set up shop with a miniature horse that could be ridden and a menagerie of animals to entertain children as a part of the summer program being offered by the Braselton Library. Year-old Caitlyn Lemus (at left) was at the event with her mom Erica. See more scenes from the petting zoo and find out more about summer library activities on Page 3A.

city was able to purchase 15 Lee St., where Regions Bank is currently renting.

“They still have a long-term lease and have no plans to leave. The city plans to honor the lease utilizing the Jefferson Downtown Development Authority to manage the property,” said Ward.

The purchase involves 8,687 square feet including the bank, the building next door where the bank offices are located, the drive-through and the adjacent property totaling 4.09 acres.

The bid price was $325,000 with the city paying $341,250 with fees included.

“Rents will exceed expenses at this pur-

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Josh Fenn is new Chamber executive for Jackson County Josh Fenn, currently the executive director of the Development Authority of Bryan County, has been officially named President/CEO-Economic Development Director of the Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce.

Fenn will be starting in that capacity on July 22, Chamber Board Chairman Mark Valentine announced Monday.

“We are very excited about bringing Josh on board to take the leadership role of our Chamber and our Economic Development program,” said Valentine. “After a very diligent search and screening process, we are very enthusiastic about securing a candidate with such an impressive and wide-ranging background of experiences.

From downtown development, to Chamber management, to economic development, he brings for- Fenn ward a unique set of experiences that we are confident will serve us very well.”

A native of Atlanta and a graduate of Wayne County High School, Fenn holds a B.A. in Political Science from LaGrange College. In 2002, at the age of 24, Fenn was named to Georgia Trend Magazine’s Top 40 Under 40 list. He is one of the youngest to receive the honor. In 2011 he was named by The Savannah Morning News as one of its “Rising Stars” in the business community.

Fenn is active in many professional organizations including the Southern Economic Development Council where he serves as co-chairman of their Young Professional Committee for 2013. He has served on the Georgia Downtown Association board of directors and various committees for the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals, Georgia Economic Developers Association and Georgia Chamber of Commerce.

In his present position in Bryan County, the development authority serves as the lead economic development and

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Elections staff readies for fall’s municipal elections

By KATIE GRIFFIN

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The Jackson County Board of Elections hosted a Tuesday lunch and learn for all the city clerks in Jackson County.

Held at the Commerce Business Development Center, the lunch and learn was an informal but very informative meeting to instruct each city clerk about changes in this fall’s upcoming city elections.

The lunch was run by Lori Wurtz, Elections Supervisor for Jackson County. She handed out information packets to each city clerk and reviewed the major changes for this year’s elections.

Some cities, like Commerce and Maysville, can expect to vote at a different location than previous years. Other cities, like Jefferson, will not experience much change in this year’s election other than the use of the equipment to vote.

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The cities will be mailing new precinct cards to voters within city limits. They will include a letter explaining how important it is this year for citizens to fill out and submit a new card even if they’ve lived there for many years.

“One main reason the county is taking over city elections is to help make the city employees’ jobs easier,” said Wurtz.

The changes made may be an adjustment to get used to this year, but will make the voting process go more smoothly for both city staff and municipal voters.

This year’s voting system is a web-based system so it is more user-friendly.

The county is running a mock election starting July 7 as a practice run to try to get out all the kinks out the system so that when November comes, they will be better accustomed to the system. The equipment consists

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Jackson County Elections Supervisor Lori Wurtz shared information about changes in this fall’s municipal elections as her office will be handling much of the process under intergovernment agreements with the cities.

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Continued from 1A the need to reconfigure an industrial park to accompany the plans for the 800,000-square-foot building.

Prior to the development authority meeting, the Jefferson City Council had approved the annexation of 38.078 acres at the northeast corner of Highway 82 and RACO Parkway with a zoning for light industrial to further the project. Ward said he thought it was a first time the city had combined some property from another industrial park, Jackson 85 Distribution Center, to make a project work for a company.

Ward said the creation of 800 jobs was incentive to help make the site work for the HomeGoods project.

“It’s exciting to be able to inform the development authority of the need for $68 million in inducements which could bring in up to 852 new jobs in our community,” said Ward.

IDI was the applicant and RACO Jackson County was the property owner making the annexation application.

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nior vice president of property development for TJX Companies, and Joe Dubord, vice president of distribution services for HomeGoods, attended the development authority meeting.

“We are very, very excited to be in Jefferson,” said Drummey. He said many markets were evaluated before Jefferson was selected in part because of its strong labor force. “We’re just very happy to be here.”

Development authority chairman Ron Bond said he was extremely pleased with the selection of Jefferson and thanked Drummey for making the selection. He said he looked forward to HomeGoods being a good corporate citizen.

“We appreciate the warm welcome,” said Drummey, who said the company would like to begin construction before year’s end but “we have many permits ahead of us” and drawings must be finalized. He anticipates construction will take 12 months to 15 months.

According to Doreen Thompson, vice president of corporate communications for The TJX Companies HomeGoods recently signed a purchase and sale agreement for the potential

purchase of approximately 100 acres of land, located at the intersection of I-85 and State Road 82 in Jefferson.

She said the warehouse and distribution center will “help service the company’s growing network of HomeGoods stores in the southeastern part of the United States.

“HomeGoods is very excited about bringing this project to Jefferson and looks forward to creating jobs for residents of the city and the surrounding communities,” said Thompson.

The company will also be seeking an EDGE grant.

Georgia’s EDGE Fund is to provide financial assistance to eligible applicants being considered as a relocation or expansion site and are competing with another state for location of a project.

The fund is also used when the health, welfare, safety and economic security of the citizens of the state are promoted through job development.

All Georgia Department of Transportation requirements involving right of way must be addressed for the HomeGoods site and a traffic signal warrant analysis must be completed with the project funding any signalization improvements.

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After the City of Jefferson Development Authority meeting, Jefferson Mayor Jim Joiner greeted Joe Dubord, vice president of distribution services for HomeGoods, and George L. Drummey, senior vice president of property development for TJX Companies.

With the formal approval of the Jefferson Industrial Development Authority, the City of Jefferson will be providing bond incentives for the project which include a five-year phase-in of city and county Maintenance and Operations taxes and school

taxes. In Year One, the company will pay 20 percent of those taxes with the percentage increasing by 20 percent per year to reach 100 percent in Year Five.

The tax rates on which the company will be paying taxes is a County M&O rate

of 9.58 mills; City of Jefferson M&O of 6.398 mills; School at 13.238 mills; School M&O of 3.345 mills; and .250 to state for a total millage rate of 32.856.

Also serving on the development authority is Tommy Healan and Elizabeth Leigh.

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chase price and the DDA will utilize revenue to fund revitalization activities throughout their jurisdiction downtown,” said Ward.

In other business, the council: ■■ Approved the annexation of 38.078 acres at the northeast corner of Holly Springs Road and RACO Parkway which will remain as light industrial. The motion was made by Councilman Roy Plott which was seconded by Councilwoman Kathy DuBose. The zoning came in a motion by Councilman Mark Mobley which was seconded by Councilman Steve Kinney. Both measures passed unanimously with Councilman Steve Quinn absent.

IDI’s plan submitted to the planning commission was combination of its parcel and the RACO parcel together as one tax parcel to pursue a specific prospect interested in purchasing the combined parcel of approximately 104 acres and develop a high tech distribution center. Project Carrier was the name of the project for a Fortune 500 company which is HomeGoods. The property is in the city’s Opportunity Zone.

■■ Passed the Jefferson City Schools bond refinance resolution. As the tax levying agent for the Board of Education for Jefferson City Schools, the council needed to approve the resolution which was adopted June 11 by the school board. The refinancing of the old bonds will save the school board $1 million, said City Attorney Ronnie Hopkins, who chairs the Jefferson Board of Education.

Being issued will General Obligation Refunding Bonds in the aggregate principal amount of $9,550,000.

■■ Approved the update to the city’s official zoning map.

At the May 21 meeting of the Jefferson-Talmo Planning Commission, planning and development contractor Diana Werling noted there have been 50 annexations and corrections since the last official zoning map was adopted by the City of Jefferson in 2008.

■■ Appointed to the Jefferson Public Building Authority, District 3 nominee Chris Lane, District 4 nominee Patrick Brewer and District 5 nominee Don Kupis.

■■ Appointed Hilda Johnson Smith to fill an unexpired term ending at year’s end on the Historic Preservation Commission.

marketing agency for the county located in the Port of Savannah market. He has also served as an economic development, Chamber of Commerce and downtown development executive for the past 12 years in Georgia including tenures in Ware and Dodge counties.

“I am excited about joining the Jackson County team,” said Fenn. “There is tremendous potential and opportunity to grow the Chamber and to continue the economic development successes that the county has experienced the last few years. I’m impressed with the county leadership and I’m looking forward to working with everyone in the community.”

During his career, Fenn has led efforts in the recruitment of industrial projects including Fortune 1000 firms: Alcoa, Graphic Packaging and Smurfit-Stone. He has also worked to locate international firms Haier and CZM to Georgia.

Fenn also led efforts in the relocation of the headquarters for the Jones Company, one of Georgia’s largest privately held firms.

“Josh’s immediate task will be to help stabilize the Chamber team by filling the positions of membership director and membership sales,” said Valentine, who notes there is already a screening committee working on processing the candidates that have applied to date, and their objective is to narrow the field with Fenn helping to make the final decisions.

“Beyond that,” said Valentine, “there is already a planning effort under way to develop a new long-term strategic plan for both the Chamber and for our economic development efforts, so it will be largely up to Josh to take a leadership role in that process and to assist in its successful implementation.”

The Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce is a notfor-profit business member organization serving the needs of the community in the Jackson County area.

“Through Access, Opportunity and Relationships, the Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce can help you grow your business,” said Valentine.

The Chamber serves as the official economic development arm of Jackson County and its nine municipalities.

Visit jacksoncountyga.com or call 706-387-0300.

of a database for storing information as well as the touch screen machines that voters use when casting their votes.

“Most cities never get to take advantage of this equipment/technology and still have to use old-fashioned paper ballots which can be very costly and difficult and time consuming to tabulate on election night,” said Jackson County GIS manager Joel Logan, who assists with the technology aspects of elections.

The deadline to register to vote in municipal elections will be Oct 4, and early voting begins Oct. 14. The first two weeks of early voting will be located only at the Administrative Building, located at 67 Athens St., in Jefferson. The last two weeks of early voting will also be at the voting satellite offices in Commerce and Braselton.

There will be one Saturday voting day on Oct. 26 in Jefferson only.

More specific changes and dates will be announced next month. The most important change to remember is that the city votes will be collected and the counting process for each city will be consolidated to one place, the Administrative Building, located at 67 Athens St., in Jefferson. The mayors, council candidates and their supporters can come hang out there and wait for the results of the election in November.

For more information or questions regarding the city election changes made this year, contact Lori Wurtz by phone at 706-367-1887 or by email at lwurtz@jacksoncountygov.com.

Attending the lunch and learn was Sandra Haggard from Commerce, Ali Merk from Hoschton, Wendy Carter from Nicholson, Barbara Thomas from Maysville, Jennifer Dees from Braselton, Priscilla Murphy from Jefferson and Deborah Mockus from Arcade.

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POLICE REPORTS Jefferson Police ■■ A man and his wife were taken into custody June 13 after a search warrant was executed at their Banks Road home. Jonathan Bernard Semon Porter, 33, and Jessica Leshea Porter, 28, were charged with manufacture, deliver, distribute, sell and possession with intent to distribute marijuana, cruelty to children and reckless conduct.

The residence had been under surveillance for several weeks after receipt of complaints from neighbors of excessive traffic due to possible

drugs sales. Officer Jay Parker and Officer Johnny Wood had observed a number of people stop at the home for five minutes. Several of those stopped and questioned had marijuana in their possession which they confirmed buying from Jonathan Wood, who said the marijuana was his livelihood and his wife was not involved. He said the large amount of cash in his pocket was given to him by his wife. She confirmed she was aware there was marijuana in the house and she had smoked pot with her husband the day before.

The search warrant netted a large pile of a

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green leafy substance, digital scales and blunt wrappers.

Two juveniles were in the house with accessibility to the drugs.

The children were placed in the custody of a relative by the Department of Family & Children Services.

■■ A white 2005 Chevy Impala was reported stolen from the parking lot of Zaxby’s on June 12. The vehicle was driven away between 4-7 p.m. A possible suspect was identified as an ex-girlfriend who had threatened to take his car.

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■■ A Jefferson resident reported the June 10 fraudulent use of his bank card with a $450.55 charge in Wyoming.

Community Bank & Trust cancelled the card and issued a new one.

■■ A Georgia Belle resident reported possible abandonment or neglect of dogs on June 11 at a neighboring house from which someone is moving. The man had come onto the property without permission to check on the welfare of the dogs and he was advised by the owner not to return. The renter

ELECTION DATES: Oct. 4 Voter registration deadline Oct. 14 Start of Early voting Oct. 26 Saturday voting Nov. 5 Municipal elections who is still in the process of moving had been providing food and water for the dogs, the report shows.

■■ An Ellijay man was taken into custody in the back parking lot of Bentley Assisted Living on June 10 after he said his car broke down. He told Bentley workers that he was working with the government. Steven W. Payne, 44, rambled about nuclear material being transported in his car which had a government tag which had been stolen off a Department of Agriculture truck in

Gilmer County. He also talked in circles about the GBI and the Air Force and working with the FBI on terrorists. Twenty-one pills determined to be sleep aids were found in the vehicle which also yielded a quantity of methamphetamine. Payne was charged with theft by receiving stolen property, original container required for prescriptions and possession of a Schedule II narcotic.

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Summer library fun in braselton

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River Austin, age 2, was fascinated by the goat at the June 14 petting zoo, part of the Braselton Library summer reading program. He and his 4-year-old sister Maddy Austin were at the park with mom Erin. Monday Movie Madness shows set for 10:30 a.m. include “We’re Back” being presented on June 24. The July 8 movie will be “Journey to the Center of the Earth” while “Gold Diggers is the July 15 movie.

Other program special events will include craft day on June 21 at the library starting at 11:30 a.m.; Touch a Truck at Braselton Park at 11:30 a.m. on June 26; and Atlanta Foam Parties at New Liberty United Methodist Church at 11:30 a.m. on June 28 when you’ll be swimming in foam. Enjoy a magician at 10 a.m. on July 10 in the community room of the Municipal Building and take in a juggler’s entertainment at 10 a.m. on July 17 at New Liberty United Methodist Church. A highlight of the summer program is Water Day at Braselton Park set for 11:30 a.m. on July 12.

ELVIS ON THE VERANDA in hoschton

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Doug Thompson, performing as Elvis, returned to present the first Hoschton Heritage Art Council’s Concert on the Veranda of the year held Saturday evening after the Hoschton Heritage Arts Fest was held in downtown Hoschton and at the Hoschton Heritage Arts Center.

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CHURCH NEWS The Chancel Choir of Winder First United Methodist Church will present Indivisible, a newlycomposed patriotic musical

by Randy Vader and Jay Rouse, on Sunday, June 23, in the sanctuary at 280 N. Broad St., in Winder, beginning at 7 p.m. This presentation is free and open to the community.

Childcare will be provided. sss We want you! Come join the Lord’s Army for Vacation Bible School at Crossview Church, located at 1219 Highway 124 in Hoschton, from 6:30-8:45 p.m. June 23-27.

Vacation Bible School is free to all who attend.

Supper is provided and transportation is available upon request. For more information, call Pat Veal at 678-425-9831. sss

beside the Hoschton Post Office. For more information, contact the Rev. Cory Sexton at the church office 706-6548415 or on his cell at 678-2349408. sss Giddy On Down to White Plains Baptist Church from 6:30-8:45 p.m. Sunday, July 7, through Wednesday, July 10, for four nights of Wild Western themed Vacation Bible School. Classes will abe available for ages 2 through 12th grade. Join us for Super Saturday VBS registration on July 6, from noon until 2 p.m. with games, candy, moonwalk and much more.

We are located at 3650 Highway 124 W., in Jefferson.

Call 706-367-5650. We look forward to teaching your children about Jesus the four days. sss

Union Baptist Church of Flowery Branch issues an invitation for Saturday, June 22, for the second annual Summer Fest from noon until 5 p.m. There will be a car show with awards.

Registration is from noon until 2 p.m. Bring the kids’ wagon, bike, go cart, etc.

They will be part of the car show with kids’ awards. Enjoy the kids’ game venues and lunch under the pavilion.

The event is free for the community. Come join us for a fun-filled day. Rain date is for Sunday, June 23, from 1:30-4:30 p.m. Normal Sunday services are Sunday school at 10 a.m. with worship service following at 11 a.m. Union Baptist Church is located at 5115 Union Church Road in Flowery Branch. sss

Vacation Bible School at Center Union Baptist Church on Ednaville Road in Braselton continues from 7-9 p.m. through Friday, June 21. sss

On June 23, Ebenezer United Methodist Church will celebrate 181 years of being in the community and opening her doors to share a place for spiritual growth and fellowship. Everyone is invited as we gather for Homecoming and celebrate the church and her family.

The Rev. Dr. Don Martin of Alpharetta First United Methodist Church will bring the morning message. Lunch will follow in the fellowship hall. Ebenezer UMC is located at 1368 Ebenezer Church Road, Jefferson. For additional information, call 706-367-4269. The Rev. Tim Taylor is pastor of Ebenezer UMC. sss

Hoschton United Methodist Church welcomes new Pastor Marvin Mason and his family. He will be preaching at the 11 a.m. service on June 23.

Primetimers Lunch and Bingo will be enjoyed at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 28, in the Fellowship Hall of Hoschton Hoschton United Methodist Church is located at 12 Mulberry St., in Hoschton, three blocks behind City Square. The church office number is 706-654-1422. sss

The community is invited to join The Church of Hoschton as they welcome The Gobers on Sunday night, June 30, beginning at 6 pmm. The Gobers, a family group based out of Winder, are on gospel radio nationwide. They currently have four albums with Chapel Valley Records. The Church of Hoschton is located at 99 E. Jefferson St., in Hoschton,

Church Road off Rockwell Church Road and Highway 11 in Winder. Visit www. unionbaptistwinder.org or call 770-867-7273. Call the church office to sign up because space is limited. sss

Union Baptist Church in Winder, which has a deaf ministry, will be offering a Sign Language Class starting from 6-7:30 p.m. on June 26. The book for the class, Signing Illustrated : The Complete Learning Guide by Mickey Flordin, is available for $18 from Barnes & Noble.

Participants are responsible for buying their own book but, otherwise, there is no fee for the class.

Union Baptist Church is located on Union Baptist

Macedonia Community Baptist Church will host its fourth annual “God & Country Night” starting at 6 p.m. on June 30.

The night of celebration of worship will feature as special guests, Tommy Fountain of Fountain of Joy Ministries, in concert with music. Fountain is Associational Missionary for the Mulberry Baptist Association.

Also on the program will be Kasey McClure, making a return visit. A former stripper, she quit the industry and set up a nonprofit, 4Sarah, which works to assist women who want to leave the sex trade and adult entertainment industries.

Dr. Rusty Newman and Dr. Gerald Harris will also be speaking.

Hosting God & Country Night is Macedonia Community Baptist Church and Pastor Ray Newman, True North Church and Walnut Ford Baptist Church as a Georgia Citizens Action project. A love offering will be taken.

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On his second shot, Cabrera hit Angel Cabrera’s warmth and his shot within twenty yards of the generosity was displayed in a simple flagstick, giving him a shot at birdie hand gesture that said, “Great shot!” and placing a lot of pressure on his but even more so when Scott won competitor. Scott stepped up and and Angel embraced him on the matched Cabrera, hitting his shot green in a big hug! within the same distance. As the God is looking to deputize more men walked to the 18th green for angels. We can be normal, everythe third time that day to the delight day kinds of people, boys and girls, of the crowd, Cabrera gave Scott an teenagers, adults both young and encouraging gesture and a smile, old. letting him know that he’d made a Will you let Him deputize you good shot. It was a rare gesture that today? said, “Well done!” in the middle of Dr. Michael Helms is Senior sudden death in such a high stakes Pastor of First Baptist Church of competition.

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OBITUARIES Johnnie Ruth Cook Akins

Died June 12, 2013 Johnnie Lou Cook Akins, 86, of Statham, died Wednesday, June 12, 2013.

During her life, she was a member of New Pentecost United Methodist Church.

She sang and played piano for the church choir. She worked as a secretary for Statham Garment and retired from Bank South as a teller. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edgar Ernest and Johnnie Lou Thompson Cook; brother, Doc Cook; and sisters, Frances Clack, Montene “Tom” Hulsey, Maxine Skinner and Annie Dean Mount.

Survivors include her husband, Floyd Lamer Akins Sr.; son, Floyd “Buddy” Akins Jr., of Statham; brothers, Jack Lester (Jean) Cook of Winder and Harry Lee (Shirley) Cook of Auburn; and sister, Phoebe Cook (Wick) Dillashaw of Cornelia.

Graveside services were held Friday, June 14, 2013, in Barrow Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Mike McLemore officiating.

Memorial donations may be made to New Pentecost United Methodist Church building fund, 1323 Highway 211 NE, Winder, GA 30680.

Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, June 20, 2013

Forrest Clay Brooks

Died June 18, 2013 Forrest Clay Brooks, 59, of Auburn, died Tuesday, June 18, 2013.

During his life, Forrest enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping and making canes.

He loved going to the beach.

He was preceded in death by his father, Holroyd Brooks.

Survivors include his wife of 32 years, Denise Byrd Brooks; his mother, Martha Clay Brooks of Dunwoody; sons, Samuel Forrest (Ashlee) Brooks and Jamison French Brooks, both of Auburn; sisters, Rene Nelson of Marietta and Kerri Hunter of Acworth; and grandchildren, Shelby Brooks and Jacobs Brooks.

A memorial service will be held at 8 p.m. on Friday, June 21, 2013 at Grace Missionary Baptist Church in Auburn with Pastor Rob Ballard officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, June 20, 2013

Brenda Lou Davis

Died June 11, 2013 Mrs. Brenda Lou Davis, 58, of Jefferson, died Tuesday, June 11, 2013.

Born in Chamblee, she was a daughter to Mary Ann Camp Johnson of Jefferson and the late Luther Johnson.

Mrs. Davis was a LPN with Northeast Georgia Medical Center and was a member of the Sanctuary Baptist Church in Loganville. Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by her father and brothers, Ronald and Tommy Johnson.

Survivors include her husband, Terry Davis, of Jefferson, sons and daughter in law, John and Stephanie Davis, Winder, Jason Davis, Auburn, mother, Mary Ann Camp Johnson, Jefferson, brother, Steve Davis, Braselton, grandchildren, Brianna and Jacob Davis, Winder, godchildren, Linda Martin, Robert and Nera Watkins, aunts, Betty Sue Johnson and Ophelia Camp.

The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, June 13, 2013, in the chapel of Evans Funeral Home with the Rev. Keith Ferguson officiating. The burial will follow in the Jackson Memorial Park. The visitation will be held at the funeral home from 11 a.m .to 1 p.m. on Thursday.

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Henry Davis

Died June 16, 2013 Henry Davis, 49, of Jefferson, died Sunday, June 16, 2013.

Born in Jackson County, he was a son of Mrs. Muarl Davis of Jefferson and the late Lewis H. Davis. Mr. Da-

vis was a partner, along with his father, in the L.H. Davis Logging Company. Mr. Davis was a member of the Academy Baptist Church, and was an avid hunter, fisherman and animal lover.

Survivors, in addition to his mother, include his wife, Lori Davis, Jefferson, daughters and son-in-law, Stevie (David) Hurst and Henrietta Davis, all of Hoschton; and grandson, Griffin Hurst.

The funeral service was held Wednesday, June 19, 2013, in the chapel of Evans Funeral Home with the Rev. Eric Shelton officiating.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to the Jefferson F.F.A. Alumni Association, 1531 Lebanon Church Road, Jefferson, GA 30549.

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Martha S. Hale

Died June 15, 2013 Martha S. Hale, 93, of Statham, died Saturday, June 15, 2013.

A daughter of the late George and Newell Thomas Smith, she was also preceded in death by he husband, Carl J. Hale; daughters, Barbara L. Hale and Mary H. Cadier; and brothers, Royce Smith and Joe Smith.

Survivors include her son, Cal Hale of Statham.

A memorial service was held Monday, June 17, 2013, in Smith Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Richard Cathy officiating. Burial followed in the Statham Cemetery.

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Jerry Edward Jones

Died June 14, 2013 Jerry Edward Jones, 70, of Auburn, died Friday, June 14, 2013.

He was a member of Carl Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Laura Josephine Thompson Jones; and parents, Lonzie and Mildred Barkus Jones.

Survivors include his son, James David Jones of Phoenix, Ariz.; daughters, Marie (Steve) Howard and Judith Ann (Jerry) Wedding, both of Largo, Fla.; brother, David Jones of Cleveland, Ohio; sister-in-law, Rose Jones of Gastonia, N.C.; four grandchildren; and a great-grandchild.

A graveside service was held Saturday, June 15, 2013, in the Carl Cemetery with the Rev. Ray Newman officiating.

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Bailey Amanda Kempton

Died June 13, 2013 Bailey Amanda Kempton, 14, of Hoschton, died Thursday, June 13, 2012.

Bailey was preceded in death by her sisters, Bryanne Kempton and Bristol Annaleigh-Faith Kempton; and paternal grandmother, Lynn Bonnette.

Survivors include her parents, John Matthew and Kristy Lynn Wiley Kempton of Hoschton; sisters, Brooke and Brielle Kempton, both of Hoschton; brother, Preston Kempton of Hoschton; maternal grandparents, William and Pasty Wiley of Leesburg, Fla.; and paternal grandfather, Charles Kemp-

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Peggy Laverne McGhee

Died June 11, 2013 Peggy Laverne McGhee, 78, of Jonesboro, died Tuesday, June 11, 2013.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Tony McGhee; and her parents, Shedd Wise and Irene Young Davis.

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Lynn and Gary Casey of McDonough; grandchildren, Melodie Casey and Sam Casey; great-grandchildren, Christopher, Kaylie and Megan Casey; and sister, Helen Henson of Winder.

The funeral service was held Thursday, June 13, 2013, in Smith Memory Chapel with the Rev. Chris Yancey officiating. Interment was in Hill Haven Cemetery in Monroe.

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Margaret Jean Urey

Died June 12, 2013 Mrs. Margaret Jean Urey,

88, of Winder, died Wednesday, June 12, 2013.

A native of Franklin, Pa., she was a daughter of the late Kenny and Millie Kinch Lusher. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob Urey; son, Tom Urey; grandson, Terry Acker; and great -granddaughter, Stephanie Summerour. She was affectionately known to her family as “Motha,” “Ooey,” “Noni” and “Mawmaw.”

Mrs. Urey was a retired supervisor with the John Harland Company. She was a member of the Winder First Presbyterian Church.

Survivors include her children, Jon (Laura) Urey of Elizabethtown, Ky., Charlotte Urey of Winder and Debra Bonser of Lawrenceville; daughter-in-law, Ruthie Urey of Stone Mountain; 11 grandchildren; and 15 greatgrandchildren.

A funeral service was held Saturday, June 15, 2013, at the Winder First Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Brock Burnett officiating.

Interment was in Floral Hills Memory Gardens in Tucker.

Memorials may be made to The American Cancer Society, 1684 Barnett Shoals Road, Athens, GA 30605 or the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Avenue, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10001.

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Court June 11 asked repeatedly to be sent to jail rather than serving and paying for his probation. When he refused to complete paperwork, the judge ordered him to jail. While he was being escorted outside to be transported, the man fell forward, hit the door which opened and fell to the ground.

Emergency responders were called and the man responded to their questions, although he said he did not know what happened or when his birthday was. The man was given an order of appearance to return to court at a later date.

■■ A Jefferson resident was taken into custody on theft charges after she told police investigating an unauthorized use of a bank card that she had taken the card from the victim’s purse but had not used the card.

A video of the theft was provided to police who also questioned a person to whom the suspect said she had provided the card. The individual denied any knowledge of the card. The investigation is continuing but Aimee M. Pack, 28, was charged with unauthorized use of a financial transaction card.

■■ A car-hauling trailer with Van Cor Racing on each side was reported missing from behind a Washington Street business on June 12.

■■ A driver struck a pile of sand which had been dumped by an unknown truck along Damon Gause Parkway at Highway 11 on June 1. The driver’s vehicle sustained moderate damage. The Georgia Department of Transportation responded to clear the sand from the roadway.

■■ A family violence incident was reported at a Peach Hill Drive location on June 13. A family member visiting at the home said she was struck in the head and hand by a relative whom she had asked to take her for pizza.

The victim said the attack may have been prompted by the suspect’s drug and alcohol use that day. The suspect had left the scene.

■■ Three women were taken into custody on disorderly conduct charges after a June 10 fight in the roadway on Peachtree Road. While attempting to investigate the matter, police also took a man into custody for obstruction.

■■ A Jefferson man was charged with false report of a crime and obstruction on June 17 after he reported his wife had driven her vehicle into the garage door because she was angry he would not let her into the house. He said she was very irate and he was afraid to let her inside. The woman was stopped by Braselton Police and later met with Jefferson Police who learned the garage door had been previously damaged.

■■ A fight was reported

June 15 at a Red Tail Road location where a female arrived to fight another woman over a man.

■■ A battery, theft by taking and theft of services was reported June 15 at Petro Express.

A suspect struck the representative of the locksmith company that arrived to unlock a 2006 Hyundai Sonata when she was attempting to get his credit/debit card information. The man also grabbed her invoice book and he and a women jumped into the unlocked car and drove off.

■■ Possession of a drug-related object and possession of cocaine charges were filed against a suspicious person on Borders Street on June 15. While she was being questioned, she dropped a rolled up tissue which contained a glass pipe which had cocaine residue.

■■ A Pine Street apartment resident told police June 14 that the circuit breaker on her apartment had been turned off for the third time by unknown suspects.

■■ A 19-year-old was taken into custody for simple battery after a June 15 family violence incident at a relative’s home.

Jackson County Sheriff’s Office ■■ A man seen walking along Highway 98 in Maysville on June 8 was taken into custody on two outstanding probation warrants. When he was being searched, the deputy found three pills in plastic wrap. The man said they were Xanax which he purchased from an individual. He was cited for drugs not in original container and giving a false name to police.

■■ A Tanner Road resident reported he wanted to prosecute a family member for theft June 7 after another family member witnessed the person removing money from the victim’s wallet.

Reports show that $150 was taken.

■■ A Maysville man reported his wife failed to pick him up at work on June 7. She communicated she was staying with family members and would be keeping the truck. The man wanted her charged with theft but he was advised the matter is civil because they are married.

■■ A Lewis Braselton Boulevard resident reported someone had abandoned a homemade utility trailer on his property June 7. The expired tag was registered to a Dacula resident. If the trailer is not claimed, the property would have to have the trailer removed at his own expense, the deputy advised.

■■ A June 7 dispute was reported from a Highway 53 mobile home park when a man, who was reportedly intoxicated, created a scene with two people visiting family members. The man tossed a beer bottle at

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the female’s car and he shoved a man and bent his glasses when he snatched them off the victim’s face. When the maintenance man called 911, the suspect returned to his trailer where deputies talked with him.

■■ A driver stopped for speeding on Highway 441 at Cooper Farm Road on June 7 was taken into custody on charges of driving under the influence (refusal), speeding, driving on a suspended license, open container and endangering a child 14 or under. Three empty beers can and one cold open beer was found in the van.

The woman’s 7-year-old waited in the van for a family member to pick him up.

■■ A landlord-tenant dispute was logged June 9 at an Old State Road location where the tenant was advised of his rights

and the landlord was reminded of the correct civil process for eviction of a tenant.

■■ A driver stopped for speeding on Highway 129 on June 7 was charged with driving under the influence (refusal), speeding and failure to signal when changing lanes. The man, who said he was a retired law enforcement officer, asked for some professional courtesy. He was taken into custody.

■■ A driver stopped for traveling 90 mph on Interstate 85 in Commerce on June 8 was taken into custody when it was learned she had a suspended out-of-state driver’s license.

■■ A black and white cow was reportedly standing in the middle of Bob Mann Road on June 9. The complainant managed to get the cow back into the fence.

■■ An Old Savage Road resident reported paint poured onto the ground when painters left a home under construction next door was going into Bear Creek Reservoir, according to a June 6 report. The complainant said mud is building up on his property because of the failing silt fence on the neighboring property.

The deputy advised the complaint was civil.

■■ Checking on the June 5 report of a suspicious person on Brock Road, the deputy found a female who had been in an argument with her boyfriend and was put out of the vehicle. The deputy gave the female a ride to the Shell station in Arcade where someone came to pick her up.

■■ A woman staying in the Nicholson reported she is being harassed by phone and text messages by her husband from

whom she is separated.

In the June 6, she said she feared he may come from out of state to get her vehicle and “make her sorry she left him.” Extra patrol was ordered for the area.

■■ A man was taken into custody for misdemeanor theft by receiving after a gas can reported stolen was located in the man’s truck on June 6. Responding with the Jackson County Marshal’s Office for a followup on an illegal dumping case, the gas can was located.

A search of the Highway 124 residence was also searched for additional evidence. Samuel Wesley Holder, 51, was charged in the theft.

■■ An air conditioning unit was reported stolen from an Ethridge Road home between June 1-5.

The property is bankowned.

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These days, shades are for all occasions

Years ago, I remember when stores had only one or two displays of sunglasses.

One was usually Foster Grant and the other was Polaroid. It seems there were only a half dozen styles and a few different colors.

Foster Grant was the first sunglasses I remember being nationally advertised.

The tagline was “Who’s that behind those Foster Grants?” It featured a who’s who of pop culture.

The Polaroids, made by the same company that gave us instant pictures, were known by their Cool Ray technology that was supposed to do something to protect your eyes.

The stereotypical portrayal of Secret Service agents always has them wear sunglasses and whispering into microphones in their jacket sleeves. Yes, they wear sunglasses, but only when it is appropriate.

Appropriate and sunglasses seem to have gone astray from one another.

Sunglasses have become the all-the-time accessory. It is my opinion many sunglass wearers don’t fully understand when to wear them and when not to wear them, with emphasis on the latter.

Tabloid magazines seem to always catch movie stars hiding behind their Foster Grants, or more likely in some fancy-schmancy pair that costs more than a week’s pay for some folks.

I used to work with a crusty old guy who said the only people who should appear on TV wearing sunglasses were rich farmers and movie stars.

I went to a funeral the other day and sat up front because I had a part in the program. From my vantage point, I could see the entire audience. About 20 percent of them had sunglasses on their heads. This was an indoor funeral, and there were no windows allowing light from the outside.

I have been to funerals for law enforcement officials and have seen outdoor officer assemblies called to

Harris Blackwood attention and asked to salute. This should not happen when wearing sunglasses.

It’s just plain disrespectful.

The military has all sorts of regulations when it comes to uniforms. One of them plainly states if you are in formation, you better not have on a pair of shades. I applaud that. Now, if a man or woman in uniform is flying an airplane or is in a desert battlefield, then, by all means, you should wear your sunglasses and protect your eyes.

Before my mama started wearing glasses full time, she wore a pair of dimestore reading glasses on a little gold chain. She took them on and off about 100 times a day. Mama had a friend who not only had the chain, but she had a pair of those half-frame reading glasses she kept perched on her nose. What I found interesting is she never removed the glasses from her nose, and my memory of her will always be with that chain drooping along the sides of her face. It wasn’t ugly, it was just weird.

Many of today’s sunglass wearers not only have the spectacles upon their head, but they often have a device holding them around their neck. Knowing what a fancy pair of sunglasses cost, I can understand that. But it falls in the same category as Mama’s friend and her drooping chain.

I hope it is not soon, but when I go, I’m planning a nosunglass funeral, unless you are blind, a rich farmer or a movie star.

You’re all invited to see it with your own eyes.

Harris Blackwood is a Gainesville resident whose columns appear weekly.

It is my opinion many sunglass wearers don’t fully understand when to wear them and when not to wear them, with emphasis on the latter.

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A change of fortune in Memphis It happened in Memphis.

A lot of history and interesting stuff occurs in that magical city that sits grandly on the Mississippi River.

Elvis held court there, the blues grew up there and barbecue is queen. Elvis, of course, is still king.

I was there on book tour.

I was just back to hotel after television appearances and book signings so I had gone downstairs to the restaurant to order a salad to take back to my room. I forgo room service except in rare incidents. Though I was on an expense account from my publisher, I spend their money like I spend mine. That would mean no paying an extra 20 percent just to bring the food to my room. I can carry it myself to the room for free.

Time stretched on, too long for a place that had only four or five customers so I sat down at a table and waited. I noticed a large, broad-shouldered man sitting several tables back where the light was soft and low. He was alone. I thought nothing of that for I was alone, too, and that is often the case with business travelers.

Ronda Rich He had on a black suit jacket and no tie. His hair was dark black, cut in what was once called a shag — layers that framed his face and fell past his collar — and his face was covered in a beard that was neither too long or too short. I paid no further attention, choosing instead to focus on two waitresses who were fussing about the weekend schedule with a manager who wore badly scuffed brown loafers with worndown heels.

“How,” I asked myself, “does a person become a manager in a nice hotel wearing shoes like that?”

I’d still like to know the answer to that one.

That was only a question that kept me busy until the really important question pushed it out of my mind.

I felt someone coming behind me and turned to see

the large man stomping in a heavy-footed pace toward the exit. He was about 6-foot-4 and stout. Not fat, mind you. He looked like I imagined Paul Bunyan did when I read about him as a child or that character “Big John” in Jimmy Dean’s song of the 1960s.

Our eyes met. He smiled kindly, his full cheeks pushing his blue eyes into crinkled squints.

“Hello,” he said. “How are you today?”

His words were articulated well and the tone was educated. A worn leather laptop bag hung over his shoulder and immediately brought to mind, “Professor.”

I smiled back and returned his greeting as he strode past me in longlegged strides. No sooner was he passed than the most objectionable smell filled the air. It was a mixture of dirt, sweat and a long time with no soap or water. It caught me off guard. I turned to see where it was coming from but no one was around.

I turned back toward the nice giant and saw what I had missed before:

The jacket had huge holes where the elbows were.

The hem hung from the back, threads frayed and trailing and the lapels were worn and shiny. He wore knee-length khaki, dirty shorts and flip-flops patched together with duct tape. The soft lighting had hidden the ground-in dirt on his face.

He exited the hotel which sits in downtown Memphis near the river and there he met up with another man who looked like him.

Homeless, no doubt. The jacket was a remnant of his better days because no thrift store would have one that large in stock.

I grew thoughtful and tried to imagine who he had been and what journey had led him to the streets of downtown Memphis. Then, again, I saw the manager with the scuffed up shoes and thought, “If you’re not careful ...”

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

Glamping ain’t the way to rough it Unless your valet is reading this to you, you’ve probably never heard of “glamping.”

Me neither, until my valet read a story to me about it that appeared in USA Today a couple of years ago.

“Glamping” is shorthand for glamorous camping, a trend that is becoming increasingly popular among the wealthy elite.

According to another story in the Los Angeles Times on the subject, glamping “is on the rise in North America after gaining popularity among wealthy travelers in Africa and England, where luxury tents come with Persian rugs and electricity to power blow dryers.”

The L.A. Times story describes what constitutes glamping at the The Resort of Paws Up, a 37,000-acre spread in Montana. The cost is $595 a night, plus an additional $110 per person per day for food. The perks “include a camp butler to

Len Robbins build their fire, a maid to crank up the heated down comforter at nightfall, and a cook to whip up bison ribeye for dinner and French toast topped with huckleberries for breakfast.”

And if you can’t endure the elements in your tent with Persian carpets and down duvets, you can always upgrade to a luxury mountain home for $3,460 a night.

According to the story, a nature hike includes Duggan, the butler (why aren’t there any butlers named Steve or Jerry?), sending a scout to round up some elk so guests can drive up and look at them.

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hotspot, Clayoquot Wilderness Resort in British Columbia, boasts of the same type of rustic amenities, at $4,100 a person for a threeday package.

Stating the obvious, Paws Up General Manager Terre Short is quoted as saying that guests “only sorta kinda want to rough it.”

I expect he’ll get fired for saying “sorta kinda,” unless it’s Italian for “graciously.”

Call me poor, but I don’t understand this “glamping.” If you want a gourmet meal prepared by a chef named Antoine, go to the Ritz. If you want to sleep in a fancy bed and be tucked in by a servant, why even pretend you’re camping?

You’re not.

The whole fun of camping — and this is what these glampers don’t understand — is that it’s not like home, or a five-star hotel. Calling that camping is akin to me saying I’m going fishing by checking into a Holiday Inn and sticking my fishing

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pole in the bathtub. Yes, technically, I’m fishing, but it’s not the genuine experience.

I hate to admit it, but I’ve eaten at some gourmet restaurants. Yet the best breakfast that’s ever crossed my lips was prepared in a dirty frying pan over an open fire on the edge of the Alapaha River during a camping weekend years ago. And seeing wildlife not brought to us, baiting our own hooks, cooking our own food and sleeping among the bugs and critters on a soft sleeping bag on a hard surface cost me a total of about $17.

And the chef’s name wasn’t Antoine either. It was Stan.

God bless ’em. They don’t know what they’re missing.

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Jackson EMC’s 75th anniversary: Tribute to those who formed co-op JEFFERSON – What can you do when you can’t get anyone to provide what you need? You organize your neighbors, band together and go get it for yourself.

That’s exactly what happened in northeast Georgia 75 years ago when a handful of community leaders and a determined county extension agent took advantage of the Rural Electrification Act(REA) to get their fellow farmers, rural homeowners and businesses to sign up for electricity. Rural Georgians had no electricity, no running water and no indoor toilets. If approved by the REA, Jackson Electric Membership Corporation (EMC) would not only light the rural darkness, but change their lives in the process.

The organizers put together community meetings, visited civic clubs and made individual trips to farms and businesses to talk about the seemingly remote possibility of bringing electricity to the area. Residents put down $5 to be members of a newly formed electric cooperative; in some cases, the organizers put in the $5 themselves.

“Today it seems like a small amount, about what we pay for a fast food meal; but nearing the end of the Great Depression, when most families were just scraping by, about two-thirds of the land being farmed in Georgia was worked by sharecroppers who lived on less than $200 a year,” notes Jackson EMC president & CEO Randall Pugh.

As a first step, the leaders had to provide the REA with customer contracts, membership fees, right-of-way easements, and a detailed map of the proposed project, as well as conduct a formal meeting and elect a board of directors. On June 22, more than 700 signed contracts for service were mailed to Washington D.C., along with a map of the proposed service area.

Chartered on June 27, 1938, the fledgling electric cooperative entered into its first contract to purchase wholesale power that October and began construction on its first 171 miles of single phase line serving 664 farms in Jackson, Banks and Madison counties in January 1939.

With a flip of the switch at its first substation, located in Jefferson, on April 10, 1939, the first electricity flowed to Jackson EMC members.

“At first, the biggest change was a single, bare light bulb suspended by a cord from the ceiling that replaced kerosene lamps,” says Pugh. “After lights, the first small appliance purchased was typically an electric iron to replace the heavy wedge of iron heated on wood stoves or an electric radio to replace the car battery-operated model.

Cooperative members received literature about electric pumps that would make possible running water and indoor plumbing. Farmers were encouraged to use electricity as an unpaid hired hand by putting electric milkers, pumps, grinders, brooders and milk coolers to use. Electric ovens and refrigerators began to replace wood stoves and iceboxes.

Life on the farm was forever changed, and for the better.”

The cooperative’s second project was energized in late 1939, 284 miles of line into Hall, Gwinnett, Clarke, Banks, Barrow and Madison counties. And a third project built 224 miles of line to serve members in Gwinnett, Jackson, Hall and Lumpkin counties, most of which were energized in April 1940. “In a little more than a year, Jackson EMC had constructed a system of nearly 680 miles of energized wire, and it was just the beginning,” says Pugh.

Three-quarters of a century later, the electric cooperative formed from the vision of a few community leaders now serves nearly 210,000 meters with more than 13,500 miles of energized wire and 80 substations.

Jackson EMC will be celebrating 75 years of ser-

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Before electricity wood burning stoves kept country kitchens warm in winter but unbearably hot in summer. They were used not only for cooking, but for heating bath water and heavy irons for clothing. Right: Linemen worked together to build the cooperative’s first power lines, without today’s bucket trucks or protective equipment.

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Jackson EMC’s first offices in 1939 were in rented space on Lee Street in downtown Jefferson. Rob Kelly, left, managed the new cooperative, which started with a small staff.

Below: An early Jackson EMC line truck advertised on the door that the electric cooperative was an “REA Co-op.” All of the trucks were painted red, an REA requirement of the period.

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Rural residents came from miles around to celebrate the energizing of Jackson EMC’s first power lines on April 10, 1939, at the cooperative’s first substation in Jefferson. On hand for the occasion were, from left, Lonie Seagraves, director; Rob Kelly, manager; William Alexander, J.C. Head, Rupert Talmadge Farmer and J.W. Cato, directors; J.W. Jackson, county extension agent; Johnny Wheeler, engineer, J.C. McCrary Engineering Company; and W.A. “Bill” Mathis of Mathis Construction Company, which built the first lines.

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JHS Dragons compete on Team Georgia

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

lwilliams@clickthepaper.com

Two of Jefferson High School’s top athletes joined forces with others considered among the state’s finest baseball players to form Team Georgia, an exclusive squad handpicked to showcase their talents in the Sunbelt Tournament, which takes place in McAlister, Okla.

Max Ford and Jake Franklin received the invite and said they were humbled at the opportunity to represent this state.

“I was very excited about being chosen especially since the team usually has a lot more upperclassmen,” said Franklin.

“I was thrilled when I found out I was chosen. I’d heard a lot about Team Georgia and felt really honored to compete on the team,” said Ford.

Ford pitched and played short stop for Jefferson in the first half of the season but had to cut back on his pitching duties temporarily due to tendonitis in his rotator cuff.

Now, Ford says he feels 100 percent and agreed it was ironic that his first time back on the mound was on such a big stage.

“I pitched three innings and it felt good. That was the first time I’d pitched [since I suffered my injury]. I wanted to keep my pitch count low [since I was just getting back out there],” said Ford.

The Sunbelt Classic started in 1977 and was originally comprised of teams from Oklahoma and California. It would only be a matter of time before teams in the South got in on the action. All that combination of talent makes for a great show as everyone was surrounded by good company.

“It was very fast-paced; it’s a lot

faster than high school ball. Balls are thrown faster and balls are hit harder,” said Franklin.

Ford said, “It was great. The baseball there was incredible.

There were so many great teams and players. A lot of the kids out there will play at Division I colleges.”

Of course, both agreed that Team Georgia’s performance against Canada was their favorite as they forced a shutout. Franklin contributed to the 13-0 win when he hit a single that drove two runners home.

“Being able to get two runners in was pretty exciting,” Franklin said.

Delivering shutouts is nothing new for the duo. At Jefferson, they helped the Dragons force nine shutouts last year and closed out eight games in five innings.

At the Classic, they didn’t have a lot of time to gel with their team-

mates but their performance over Canada showed how dominate they were defensively despite having such a short time to prepare.

“We got together two weeks before and met all the other guys we’d be playing with. We got a chance to practice together and got to know each other a little bit,” said Ford. “It was great having Jake there with me. Having that kind chemistry out there was great.”

Ford noted that having two Dragons from a 2A school on the Team Georgia roster is something to celebrate.

“I think it’s a great honor. It shows that Jefferson has great talent. I think all classifications

Disc Dogathon will raise funds for cystic fibrosis

UGA’s Burger had stellar year, preps for pro career

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

lwilliams@clickthepaper.com

Golfers around the National Collegiate Athletic Association are probably glad that Emilie Burger has graduated. The golfer for the University of Georgia put together an astounding resume and dominated UGA’s stat sheet this past season.

Head Coach Josh Brewer, who just wrapped up his first year with the Bulldogs, didn’t recruit or get to see Burger play at Mill Creek High School.

However, after doing a little research on the team he inherited, he said he knew Burger would be a tough competitor and isn’t surprised that she accomplished so much in just one season.

“I knew what type of athlete she was after I looked at her record at Georgia. It’s rare that one person leads the team in almost everything. She came out

and put in so much effort,” said Brewer.

Burger wanted to start out strong and finish strong but there were some holes in her game.

After Brewer realized she wasn’t on top of the leader board as she should have been, he redid the X’s and O’s and came up with a better strategy to help perfect her game.

“Her work ethic on a daily basis was outstanding. She showed up wanting us to have a plan in place for her. She never went to practice and complained.

She knew she wanted to play the game for a living and that’s why she worked so hard,” said Brewer. “She’d be upset if we didn’t have a game plan for her.

Most athletes want to have a day off but she didn’t.”

“We tried to figure out why she University of Georgia Athletics For The Paper wasn’t placing in the top five.

Emilie Burger played golf at Mill Creek and

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can be just as competitive. People look down on lower classifications but we can compete with anyone,” said Ford.

won two state championships with the Hawks.

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

lwilliams@clickthepaper.com

Cystic fibrosis affects one in 31 people, according to Wexler Medical Center at Ohio State University, and Steve Mize, founder of K9 Konnection Radio Show, is touched by the disease as his twin great-nephews have been diagnosed with cystic fibrosis.

Mize decided to take matters into his owns hands and form a charity event to help raise funds to find a cure for CF and, at the same time, he is able to share a passion of his own with others.

On July 20, Mize, along with partner Dean Wertz and Skyhoundz, will hold a Disc Dogathon at the Jefferson Parks and Recreation fields.

“The basis of this event is to bring people together to have fun with their dogs but to also get them excited about finding a cure for cystic fibrosis,” said Mize.

The event hosts are going all out. This will not be your average charity event as Mize and Wertz have pulled out all the stops to ensure that everyone enjoys themselves while bringing attention to a disease that needs a cure.

“We will have country artist Taylor Marie of Covington performing. She will sing the national anthem and sign autographs. She will also be a judge.

She is looking for exposure and we like the fact that she wants to hang out with us,” said Mize.

“This is an event everyone can enjoy. We’ll even have homemade ice cream. There will be things that people as well as the dogs can enjoy.”

Vendors will not be charged an entrance fee but are encouraged to make a donation. There will also be a silent auction in which all proceeds will benefit the cystic fibrosis fund.

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Community comes together for Jackson Brevet

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Jackson County Brevet riders had the perfect setting for a ride as the sun beamed down on them during the Brevet.

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

lwilliams@clickthepaper.com

Robert Wilhite, founder of the Jackson Brevet, described the forecast for Saturday’s annual charity ride as, “Perfect weather.

The high was 82 and there wasn’t a cloud in the sky. It was perfect. I have to thank the good Lord for that.”

Wilhite didn’t have the same numbers from last year but said he was extremely grateful for everyone that came out and

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showed their support.

“I don’t know what our total rider count was – it was down from last year,” said Wilhite, “but we had nothing but incredible comments from everyone. There were a lot of first-time riders that showed up.”

There were also a few recognizable faces in the crowd, including Morgan McLemore who is one of the doctors leading the way for the groundbreaking research on Aplastic Anemia.

“Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle participated. He is a huge cyclist. This is the second year in a row he has come out and supported our ride,” Wilhite said.

Although there has been a new law implemented to provide cyclists with a safer ride, the Brevet riders had special assistance from Chuck Ledford, Patrol Division Commander for the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office.

“He did a stellar job and helped us strategically with the intersections,” Wilhite said.

It is not possible to have a charity event without the support of the community and businesses.

Wilhite says he has seen an outpouring of love from places such as Whole Foods Market and the Town of Braselton.

Wilhite said having so many people play an instrumental role added to the joy of putting on the Brevet.

“Whole Food Markets has been one of our big supporters and sponsors from day one.

They did a great job this year,” said Wilhite.

“Braselton Town Manager and Clerk Jennifer Dees was very helpful as well.”

It will be another month before Wilhite knows how much money was raised, nevertheless the funds go directly to Aplastic Anemia research and that is good enough for him.

“All of the proceeds from the Jackson Brevet will benefit the Kelly Wilhite Aplastic Anemia Fund and 90 percent of that will go directly to Aplastic Anemia research. We are very thankful for that,” Wilhite said.

Freedom 5K run

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Gymnastics camp offered at Jefferson Parks

Youth camp at East Jackson Park

Jefferson Parks and Recreation will hold its second annual Freedom 5K run on June 29. The run will start at 8 a.m. The cost is $20 to register and the deadline to register will run up until event day. The run will start at Jefferson Middle School and participants will run along Lawrenceville Street and past First Baptist Church among other locations. For more information, go to active.com to register or call Jefferson Parks and Rec at 706-367-5116.

From July 15-18, Jefferson Parks and Recreation will offer a gymnastics open to kids ages 4-10. The cost is $85 per camper. This co-ed camp is structured for newcomers to the sport but beginners and veterans are welcome to participate.

Tumbling skills and drills on the beam are just two of the activities campers will take part in. Camp times vary based on child’s age. For more information, visit jeffersonrec.com or call Jefferson Parks and Rec at 706-367-5116.

Robert Mangino, owner of Classic Soccer Academy, will host a soccer camp at East Jackson Park from July 1518. The camp is open to kids ages 4-14. Children ages 4-6 will play for just one hour. Camp prices vary per age group. For more information, contact Mangino at 706963-0892, send an email to classicsocceracademy@ windstream.net or visit classicsocceracademy.com.

Registration will run until the day of the camp.

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The Paper | Thursday, June 20, 2013

Rising freshmen stand tall in summer tourney

Jefferson Parks and Rec names new tennis coach

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

coach Lisa Hawsky who played at Clemson University.

Threadgill has more than a decade of Success at the top starts from the bot- coaching experience under his belt and tom and works its way up. Building a strong says he stays in the business because the joy feeder program of watching players grow begins with having and mature in the game great athletes and, is gratifying. of course, a great Tennis is known to be coach. a quiet sport but ThreadTravis Threadgill describes his coachgill, a Winder-Baring style as the complete row High School opposite. graduate, has “I keep up with all the been named the latest trends in tennis new face of tennis because the game is alat Jefferson Parks ways changing. I have a and Recreation very aggressive coaching and he brings a style and I’m very struclengthy resume tured,” said Threadgill. that should main“I lay everything out tain the strong traahead of time. You have dition of tennis at to be disciplined when Jefferson. working with young peoThreadgill ple because they need to played at Piedknow that their coach is For The Paper mont College mature.” where he was an Head Coach Travis Threadgill joined by Threadgill says he All-Conference a some students of the game. wants to see the Jefferathlete and was son Parks & Rec tenranked as a junior nis program thrive and player. He’s no stranger to the Jefferson grow. He has a vision of people of all ages community and was excited about making competing in tennis matches. And, he wants his coaching home with the Dragons. the kids to be on the court as much as posThreadgill also spent time training and sible. studying in Brazil and formerly ran the ten“I’m excited about starting a new pronis program at Traditions in Braselton. gram. I’d like to get kids as young as 5 in“I knew it was a growing market and I volved in the game. The more the kids are see a lot of potential in the community,” said on the court, the better they will be,” said Threadgill, who will be joined by assistant Threadgill.

played a key role in their victory. lwilliams@clickthepaper.com “When we take early leads, we usually win,” said Philo.

If there was a No. 1 seed going into the Philo, along with Beau Jones, harped Brookwood Mid-Summer Tournament, it’s about another key aspect of the game that possible the incoming ninth grade team at kept them ahead of FCA for the whole conMill Creek High School could have claimed test. that title. The Hawks notched three wins “We hit really well and I think that is what in their first three days of play, defeating helped us win. We played good defense all Buford High School 9-7 and Grayson High around and I think that was important,” School 14-4 in four innings.

Philo said. “We have a good chance of winOn Saturday, the incoming freshman got ning if we don’t commit any errors. We play another taste of Father’s Field when they really well when we don’t make any errors.” hosted Fellowship Christian Athletes. Start“We kept trying to get ground balls; we ing pitcher Robert kept a steady pace Philo said he felt with the runs. If we like he was playing would not have got“real” high school ten those last two baseball and their runs, we probably win over FCA added we would have had to the excitement. to go into another It didn’t take long inning,” Philo said. for the Creek to get Just when it the bats rolling. looked as though Zack Richardson FCA would need grounded to first the mercy rule, the base, stole second Eagles responded and scored the first with two runs in run of the game off the top of the third a single by Dylan while the Hawks Wilson. added a run of Moments later, their own. From the Creek scored there, FCA added its second run of two to the board in the game to take an the fifth, trimming early 2-0 lead in the its deficit to two. first inning.

Yet, the Hawks In the bottom of had the final say the second, Ryan and finished with York notched a line an 8-6 win. drive down left field “We played hard and made his way and got the ground to second after two balls we needed; missed grabs by that was the key the Eagles. Shortly to our victory. We after, the Hawks also put the ball in met home plate yet play. When you again to take a 3-0 do that, good Latrice Williams The Paper lead followed by two Robert Philo said getting ground balls was key things happen speedy runs to home for you,” said plate. Within the blink to their success against the FCA Eagles. freshman Beau of an eye, the Creek Jones. stood on top 5-0. Philo said he believed their strong start and finish

JCCHS Panthers get an early taste of hardwood

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

lwilliams@clickthepaper.com

There was no sign of struggle early on for the Panthers in their summer scrimmage match against North Hall High School.

The Jackson County Comprehensive High School junior varsity boys’ basketball team claimed a 37-34 win over the Trojans this past Monday. The win was a collective effort from every Panther player on the court and was the perfect way to kick off summer play.

“I think we got off on the right foot. We put in a lot of effort and a lot of hard work. I feel like everything we do is good and even if we lose, we still give 100 percent,” said player Cory Ramey, who along with Jace Latty contributed to the first six points, but it was North Hall’s sharp shooting that gave them a 9-6 edge at the top of the first quarter.

The Panthers didn’t sink a lot of baskets. It was their second chance points that allowed them to stay on top for most of the game, including a 17-9 lead in the

first half. They fought relentlessly underneath the basket and distributed the ball effectively throughout the court.

“The coaches always tell us to run and push the ball.

We try our hardest to make every single shot. We want to play up-tempo basketball this year,” Ramey stated.

While turnovers and ball control became an issue late in the first, the Trojans didn’t take advantage of the Panthers mishaps.

The second half showed a much different Trojans team. North Hall was able to slow down the Panther offense but couldn’t bring it to

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At one point, NHHS led by seven but Ramey said that was the time for the team to prove what they could do with their backs against the wall.

“We just need to make stops and remain calm. That was not the time to panic.

We had to keep fighting and slowly work our way back,” said Ramey.

JCCHS never trailed more than 10 points. Midway through the second half, Weston Garland hit a 3-pointer to trim the deficit to five.

Then, a shot by Malique Wade pulled the Panthers within two.

Mitch Mershon added a pull-up jumper and Wade followed with a shot of his own to give Jackson County a 2-point lead.

Jace Latty’s two shots from the charity stripe with 20 seconds left to play sealed the deal for Jackson County.

Visit jcpantherathletics. com for more information on the Panthers’ summer schedule, news, photos and more.

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Continued from 1B The event will kick off with the time trial at 10 a.m. with an admirable grand prize for the winner.

“There will be several different events, including the time trial, bull’s eye and the crowd-favorite freestyle,” said Dean.

“The first-place finisher will be able to compete in the world championship on Sept.

25 in Tennessee,” Wertz said.

Seeing this event come to life has given Mize and Wertz hope that it can be successful and, in turn, will help benefit Mize’s family in the long run.

“It’s amazing. I love seeing people participate in these type of events, especially since some of the dogs have been rescued. There is nothing better than spending time with your family and dogs,” Wertz said.

“To take something I’m passionate about and use it to further a cause that needs attention is special,” said Mize.

For more information, including registration fees and schedule, contact Wertz at 404729-3588 or dawerts@yahoo.com or Mize at 706-351-2980.

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Continued from 1B She always hit really well but the biggest thing was her short game and wedge game,” Brewer said.

The improvements paid off and allowed Burger to reach the pinnacle of her game.

Brewer noted two of her best performances of the season, including one where she steadily climbed up the leader board and knocked off University of Arizona’s Kendall Prince, who led in the second round.

“I would have to say her best tournament performance was at Vanderbilt University.

It was her first 54-hole win,” said Brewer.

“She also did really well at the NCAA Regionals. She did everything in her power to help the team win. She stepped up to the plate with so much pressure knowing if

could have been her last go-around in college,” Brewer stated.

Her collegiate days are done but Burger is prepping for the next phase of her career: going pro. Brewer said Burger will be competing in Symetra, which is similar to a Triple-A baseball team.

It provides aspiring professional golfers the chance to build on their skills, enhance them and prepare them for the Ladies Professional Golf Association tour.

“Her college career has allowed her to get a good start. She just has a few things to work on. She has to get better putting the ball. It takes time; it’s just like coming in as a freshman,” Brewer said.

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Habitat for Humanity President Mark Bradley assists Ginger Phillips with a shovel as other Habitat board members and her son William broke ground for her home.

Building homes, building lives

Habitat for Humanity dedicates 10th home and breaks ground on its next project

By LEANNE AKIN

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A two-fold celebration was held Saturday as Jackson County Habitat for Humanity dedicated the new home of the Desmond Sturdivant family and broke ground for the affiliate’s 11th house which will become home to Ginger Phillips and her family.

Marcella Herrington, a Dayton Superior coworker of Sturdivant, was among those attending the special event.

She said she was happy for the

family which includes daughters, Shiquita and Shicuira, and sons, Shikeem and Shivade.

Sturdivant had been volunteering with Habitat for more than two years before he was selected as a Habitat partner.

Mark Bradley, president of Jackson County Habitat for Humanity, welcomed the crowd which gathered in the Lavender Road home which many people and donors came together to build.

Habitat executive director Paul Brown acknowledged volunteers and donors for their

support which makes it possible for Jackson County Habitat to be dedicating its 10th house and breaking ground for the 11th.

“It seems like we were just here breaking ground,” said Brown, commenting how quickly the 13 weeks had passed to get the Sturdivant home completed.

Brown thanked his partner in life, Sally, for supporting his focus on Habitat and its mission. She often works alongside him when there is work to be done. Often, she brings along

Troop 774 to assist.

He also recognized the partnership with friends involved with Habitat for Humanity in Barrow County who assisted with the build. Among the others involved in constructing the Sturdivant home was Journey Church, Arbor Pointe Church, Commerce Presbyterian Church, Women Build sponsored by Lowe’s and honor students from Lanier Tech.

Treasurer Brandon King, builder Stan Beeco, who is a former board chairman, and construction chairman Gor-

don Wilson were in attendance.

Members of the board of directors on hand included Claire Guined, Debbie Killip, Mark Mobley, Fred Wilson and Bill Berkowsky.

Linda Martin, past treasurer, and former board member Dee Lavendar were thanked for their commitment to Habitat.

Bradley saluted the active board of directors which has “grown this ministry” through their dedication. Soils engineer

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LeAnne Akin The Paper

Desmond Sturdivant presented recognition to Stan Beeco for his efforts as the builder for Jackson County Habitat for Humanity. See more scenes from the events at ClickThePaper.com

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Pastor Mark Mobley offers a prayer of blessing on the Sturdivant home, the 10th Jackson County Habitat house.

Hoschton Heritage Arts Fest offered artwork of all types Downtown Hoschton BeadDazzling Boutique was bustling with arthad a beautiful set-up in ists and art lovers at the house as well. The the Hoschton Heritage booth featured gorgeous Arts Fest held Saturday. handmade jewelry using It was a very warm high-quality materials such and sunny weekend as genuine Swarovski crysday with low humidtals. Since the jewelry is ity which made for a handmade, many of the degreat day to be outdoors signs can be customized for while enjoying beau- Farah Bohannon size and color preference. tiful artwork and The variety of necklaces, Columnist music. earrings and bracelets on The booths condisplay were stunning and tained several differwould impress any lady. ent types of artwork – everything The Bruce’s Eye View had a from paintings, knitting, jewelry, booth at the festival and offered a baked goods, photography, baby unique type of artwork that would clothes and more. It was wonderlook wonderful in any home. ful to see the talent shown through Jackie Bruce, the owner, sells the wide variety of art. There “alphabet photography” which were booths lined up outside the can be a unique personalized city square as well as inside the gift. The Bruce’s Eye View takes Hoschton Heritage Arts Council professional photos of significant House. landmarks which look like a letter Jill Matthews, a talented knitof the alphabet, such as a winding ter, had a booth inside the house stairwell that resembles an “S.” with several of her beautiful hand They spell out words or names in a knitted baby clothes. She had hats, frame, which makes for a unique sweaters, booties and more that personalized gift as stated earlier. were perfect for a unique baby Chrissandra Foster, the owner shower gift. of Chrissandra’s Boutique, was at Carolyn Weber and Kristi the festival as well. The boutique Carlile, the owners/designers of is an online merchant specializing

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The Hoschton Heritage Arts Fest provided opportunities for artistic expression for youngsters and adults. in selling handmade jewelry, accessories, home decór and other items. They are also on the road, at flea markets, festivals, and other events in and around the metro Atlanta area.

Shirley Hill of Simply Sweet ‘n Savory Gourmet Foods caught everybody’s eye with her beautiful and delicious cake pops. She offered several flavors, such as red velvet and butter cake with chocolate icing. Hopefully everyone had the opportunity to try her baked

goods as well as the ice cream and milkshakes from the stand across from the HHAC house.

Sarah McGrath, the fine arts and Spanish teacher from Elite Academy in Hoschton, had a booth for kids (and adults) to allow them to get their creative juices flowing.

Several children stopped by and created masterpieces with crayons and paper as well as paint. The possibilities were endless for the children – the only rules were to be creative and have fun. Children

painted pictures of themselves and of their dogs, they painted their names and even created abstract art. The goal was to let children feel included and let them see how much fun art can be.

Farah Bohannon is a freelance writer living in Winder. She loves to utilize her skills to write inspiring stories. Reach her at farah. bohannon@gmail.com

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Continued from 3B Mike Adams was also thanked.

The Habitat ReStore in Commerce helps to provide an ongoing source of money to support Habitat efforts and those responsible for the ReStore were introduced.

In recognitions, Bradley was honored as “the man with a vision for the mission” who was able to see the big picture and know that Habitat is more than one family.

Stan Beeco was honored as was Gordon Wilson and volunteer Lauren Stone.

“All volunteers are important,” said Brown. “Without everyone’s help, this doesn’t work.”

Linda Martin presented housewarming gifts to Sturdivant: Bread, so your panty will always be full; Sugar, so your life in this home will be sweet; and a penny, so you will be blessed with prosperity. In keeping with the Habitat tradition, a Bible was also presented to the family by Susan Simmons, the Habitat homeowner who preceded Sturdivant. Simmons moved into her home in Barrow County just before Christmas.

Gordon Wilson presented Sturdivant with a hammer to represent the tools to build the house and keep it maintained.

Beeco handed Sturdivant the keys to the house.

Donors involved in the project included Loggins Grading, Barrow County Habitat for Humanity, Carlan Land Surveyors, Mitchell Hardware & Building Supply, Trans South Logistics, Kesler Floor Covering, Whirlpool, Huber Engineered Wood Products, GAF Roofing Materials and Holbrook Quality Roofing.

The Sturdivant children took turns echoing their father’s appreciation: “Thank you for helping us build our house.”

Pastor Mark Mobley offered a prayer that noted the difference between a house and a home is God’s presence. “Make this family

stronger.” He also prayed, saying the family has already poured sweat and tears into this house and that supporters and donors have come out in a tough economy to allow blessings to flow to the family and Habitat. “Your blessing is already here. I pray that Desmond and his family will be a pillar in this community and raise these kids up to be leaders.”

The crowd then took a short walk to the adjoining lot where six shovels were ready to break ground for the Phillips home. After scripture readings by Ginger Phillips and Mark Bradley, Pastor Mark Mobley shared a Bible-based story of how a Jewish man would construct a home for his future wife and the wedding would be held as soon as the house was completed, even if it was the middle of the night. The family would begin making memories in that home.

“May those memories start today for Ginger and her family,” said Mobley.

Phillips, son Will and daughter Kara will be living in the home. Other family members attending the ceremony were her parents, Bill and Darlene Atwood; aunt, Wanda Harden and her granddaughter Sarah; son and daughter-in-law, Jeff and Cassie and their twins, Remington and Harrison; and lots of good friends.

Three turns of the soil with shovels took place as Bradley said, “With faith in Jesus Christ, this work is begun and this ground is broken in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”

A celebration cookout was then held.

It was also announced that the Habitat ReStore, located at 208 Homer Road in Commerce, will be holding its summer parking lot sale from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, June 28-29. Pallets of new brandname clothing and remnants of carpet will be sold.

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Desmond Sturdivant’s home was dedicated in a Saturday afternoon ceremony. See more at ClickThePaper.com

Arby’s accepts donations for young cancer patient Arby’s in Jefferson will be donating 10 percent of sales on Tuesday, June 25, to Addison Bulloch and her family.

“Come eat with us and help support our neighbor,” says Arby’s promotion of the fundraising. Customers can either make a donation of $3 or more and receive a coupon book worth $30 or they can simply eat at Arby’s in Jefferson on June 25, and Arby’s will give Addison a portion of Jefferson’s sales for the day. Donations are also being taken at Arby’s in Winder, Cornelia, Toccoa and Commerce.

Addison, who lives in Hoschton with her mother, father and year-old brother, began her journey on Feb. 23, 2012 when, at age 3, a fever that wouldn’t go away was diagnosed as Pre-B Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, a cancer of the blood.

To date, she has had more than 50 chemo treatments including 20+ spinal taps. She will continue to have spinal taps a month until her projected end date of April 26, 2014. She has endured numerous hospital stays and ER visits and takes chemo by mouth every night.

While she spent her fourth birthday in the hospital with no red blood cells, white blood cells or platelets, Addison is currently in remission.

According to her mother Danielle, Addison is responding well to all of her treat-

The Jackson EMC Foundation Board of Directors awarded a total of $97,510 in grants during their April meeting, including $89,500 to organizations and $8,010 to individuals. Among the grants awarded were $84,500 to nine agencies that provide programs or services to area residents: ■■ $15,000 to Exodus Outreach, a Buford non-profit organization serving people in all walks of life who are hurting and in need of support, for a summer program that offers at-risk students in Kindergarten through eighth grade with a summer learning and development curriculum that provides supervision and readies the students to succeed in school in the fall.

■■ $15,000 to Peace Place, a domestic violence shelter in Winder, to help provide expanded and enhanced transitional housing support through an Empowerment Advocate who will provide direct case management and empowerment based counseling to program participants to help them address issues of safety, self-sufficiency, stable housing and employment, and financial planning.

■■ $15,000 the Summer Scholars Institute, a threeyear academic enrichment program designed to help atrisk middle and high school students prepare for college and careers. Held at Gainesville State College, the summer program concentrates on the basic areas of reading, writing and mathematics, along with science for thirdyear students.

■■ $10,000 to Extra Special People in Watkinsville to provide an opportunity for special needs or seriously ill children from low income or financially distressed families to attend a weeklong camp where they can explore nature, discover their own abilities, master new skills and make new friends.

■■ $10,000 to Spectrum Autism Support Group, a parent-run non-profit group in Suwanee that provides support, education and resources for the entire specAntiques and trum of Show: autism disorders, to Collectibles enable disadvantaged oin us for these dates: autistic individuals ages four February 1st : 9 AM to 5 PMto 22 to attend the organization’s y February 2nd : 9 AM to 5 PM weeklong summer camp y February 3rd : where 10 AMdaily to 4 PM program activi& Lunchties served by to Angie’s Cafe are used teach social skills lessons.

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ments but has a long journey still ahead.

“Although she does not have the energy of a typical 4-year-old little girl, she has all the same interests. She’ll dance her ballet dances for you while donning her fairy wings and will tell you never ending stories of princesses, butterflies and magic.

She just has to take a few extra breathers every now and again,” said her mom.

Ride For Life is Saturday Jackson EMC is hosting its annual Relay For Life benefit motorcycle ride this Saturday.

Registration begins at 9 a.m. with cyclists departing at 10 a.m. from Jackson EMC, located at 850 Commerce Road in Jefferson. The route will include a lap or two around the half-mile banked oval track at Gresham Motorsports.

“The best alarm clock is sunshine on chrome, so join us for this charity motorcycle ride,” said Tim Sweat, one of the

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The ride, which will be police-escorted, will return to Jackson EMC for lunch, door prizes and a 50-50 drawing.

Donation for participation is $25 solo and $35 for two-up. A sign sponsorship is available for $100 which gets two bikes in the ride.

To pre-register, contact Ganella Bolden at ganellab@gmail.com or contact Tim Sweat at 706-367-6142.

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■■ $5,000 to Camp Kudzu, a year-round camping program for children with diabetes and their families to teach diabetes management skills that will reduce their risk of diabetes-related complications, as well improve their attitude about living with the disease.

■■ $5,000 to the Hope Resource Center in Jefferson to purchase parenting videos and equipment for its Earn While You Learn program, which provides pregnant women, mothers and fathers of babies and toddlers with crucial parenting skills to break the cycle of inadequate parenting, neglect and abuse.

■■ $3,000 to Gainesville 1st United Methodist Church Urban Ministry to help fund

a summer soccer camp for at-risk elementary schoolaged children in the Baker and Glover neighborhood.

The Jackson EMC Foundation has put more than $7.5 million back into local communities since it was founded in 2005, funding 739 grants to organizations and 261 grants to individuals. Cooperative members participating in Operation Round Up have their monthly electric bills rounded up to the next dollar amount, with the “spare change” going to the Foundation.

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Too much of a good thing? Father-in-law visits too often Dear John: My husband “Andy” and I live in the same town as his parents.

My father-in-law comes over to visit every day.

Sometimes twice a day!

Andy doesn’t have the heart to talk to his dad about this. In fact, I don’t think it bothers him all that much, but if it were my family, I’m sure he’d feel differently.

One evening I had gotten in my pajamas early, about 7:30, and he came over and actually asked me why I was getting ready for bed so early.

He’s a nice man, but I just like my privacy and space — not to mention I’d like some time alone with my husband. — Privacy Needed in Parma, Ohio Dear Privacy: You probably realize that your fatherin-law’s loneliness is what brings him around so often.

That said, you do have a right to your privacy and to have time alone with your husband.

If your goal is to make your point without causing hard feelings, and to do so with the support of your

John Gray husband, then follow these steps.

First, carve out several standing “dates” with your husband each month. Ask him to put it on his calendar, and you do the same. That way you’ll always know that both of you have made room for the time you need alone as a couple.

Second, sit down with your husband and, without directing blame toward anyone, ask him to back you up with a plan that helps contain your father-in-law’s visits.

Your solution could be a standing invitation to Dad, say, for Saturday morning, or maybe Sunday in the late afternoon so that he can enjoy both your company for a couple of hours each week.

When Dad is there, give him

your complete attention.

Let him know that he is fully loved.

With your husband’s support secured, you should also mention to your fatherin-law that you welcome him for this weekly visit, but because of time constraints, you’d prefer that he call before stopping by to see if either of you are available.

The key to successfully communicating your message will be the words you choose and your tone of voice.

Dear John: My boyfriend and I have been dating for four years. When “Jack” and I met, both of us were cigarette smokers. I quit smoking more than two years ago because I have a bad case of asthma.

Jack does nothing to curb his smoking around me, despite knowing how much it bothers me.

I wouldn’t complain so much except for the fact that he smokes at least two packs a day! My clothes smell, and I can’t breathe.

When I complain, he gets

angry. What should I do? — Needing Fresh Air in Holland, Mich.

Dear Fresh Air: Some of his reticence to meet your demands may be his resentment at your ability to stop, which makes his own addiction to tobacco that much more obvious.

As much as you may want him to quit, the decision to stop is his to make, and even if he wants to do so, tobacco’s addictive qualities won’t make that easy.

You have two choices: In a tone devoid of accusations, you can ask him to agree on some ground rules that work for both of you. Perhaps he could agree to smoke outside of the house, or in a particular room in the house that has a window that can be opened.

If he refuses, for your health’s sake, consider the other alternative: Move out and agree to see him only in smoke-free environments.

The risks of secondhand smoke are real. We all compromise to make our relationships work. Some compromises are simply

Dear John: My fiance and I have lived together for three years. We have a solid relationship, and we intend to get married next year.

One issue we cannot resolve, however, is how he should deal with an ex-girlfriend who keeps trying to re-enter his life.

She writes him sexually suggestive letters!

He thinks the best method of dealing with the situation is to ignore the mail. I feel he should write her that he is in a committed relationship. — SheDevil Woes, in Edmond, Okla.

Dear Devil Woes: You’re concerned about one of two things: Either you’re worried that she won’t get the message, or you’re afraid that he truly doesn’t want to give her

the message in the first place.

As to the first concern, you should trust him to handle it in the way that works best for him. After all, he knows her better than you do.

But I believe the second concern is your real issue. If that’s correct, you have to be honest with him about your doubts.

Tell him that you love him, and that you need reassurance that he also loves you.

Ask him to let you know if he has doubts about you as a couple, or if he is interested in anyone else.

I think he’ll reassure you that you’re the only woman in his life. If so, trust him to handle the situation in a way that works for him.

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

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unwise choices.

Finally, look into the new E-cigarettes, the “smoke” is a mixture of steam and nicotine, and it might help him get started down the road of kicking this deadly habit.

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The House of Clay in Braselton announces new operating hours as well as activities and classes offered during the summer.

The pottery studio is open Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. at 5117 Highway 53 in downtown Braselton. Owner Sue Compton, an accomplished potter and art educator, offers individual wheel instruction and handbuilding classes.

Personalized lessons begin at $25 for a two-hour session.

Several summer camps for kids are planned and registration is under way. July 15-19 is the date for a Clay Camp.

During this week, children will be using several different types of clay and processes to achieve exciting projects such as pinch or coil pots, birdhouse planters, cups or bowls and wind chimes.

A Paint Camp is scheduled

for June 24-28 and July 2226. Children will be painting with different types of paint.

Painting applications will not be limited to paint brushes.

Kids will be creating their own master pieces as they learn techniques used by the masters such as Van Gogh and Monet.

July 29-Aug 2 will be the Textiles and Prints Camp.

This week is all about mixed media. Children will make a loom and learn how to weave, paint or tie dye a shirt.

Printmaking and scrapbooking will also be included as well as other art projects.

Camps are $75 each and must be paid at the time of registration.

For full information, call the House of Clay at 770.5198900 or e-mail HouseOfClayBraselton@gmail.com. Visit their Facebook page www. facebook.com/HouseOfClayBraselton .

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COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS A Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening for the new location of Wilbanks Law Firm at 1215 S,. Elm St., in Commerce, will be at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, June 21. sss The Jefferson Farmer’s Market in downtown Jefferson is open from 7-11 a.m. each Saturday through September. sss Learn to square dance with the Fun Time Squares on Thursday evenings. Join a square and make a circle of friends while getting in great cardio and lowimpact aerobics to music because square dancing is friendship set to music.

Fun Time Squares dance at Hoschton United Methodist Church, located at 12 Mulberry St., in Hoschton. For information, contact FunTimeSquares@att.net or call Bob Hoover at 678906-9899. sss The Hoschton Women’s Civic Club meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at the Hoschton Depot. All local women are encouraged and welcome to join. sss The Tri-County Amateur Radio Club will hold its next club meeting at 7 p.m. on Monday, June 24, in the Braselton Police Dept. Community Room, located 5040 Highway 53.

The program this month will be a special presentation by Andrea Hartlage a Georgia Tech graduate in aerospace engineering. She is working toward entering the astronaut program.

She has been a past Vice Director of the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) Southeast Division and was the co-founder of the ARRL “Youth Lounge” program.

The Tri-County Club is looking to develop its own program to introduce amateur radio to area youth. The club meetings are open to the public and anyone interested is most welcome to attend. Andrea currently lives in Virginia and her presentation will be made utilizing Skype. sss Tripp’s Trot, a 5K fundraiser to benefit Tripp Halstead, the child who suffering a head injury when a tree limb fell on him outside his Winder daycare center last October, will be held June 22.

The Gwinnett Braves will be hosting Tripp’s Trot at 8 a.m. on June 22 and also having Tripp Halstead Night at Coolray Field that evening.

The 5K will begin in the parking lot of Coolray Field. Registration is $30 before June 20 and $35 on race day. A fun run, with a $20 registration fee, will also be held.

Country singer/ songwriter Jordan Covington will perform prior to the start of the 7:05 p.m. Braves v.

Syracuse Chiefs game and a pre-game parade

of Tripp’s Trot participants will be held. A race-day raffle of autographed Gwinnett Braves items is also planned.

Fundraising for the Halstead family will continue during and after the game with a postgame tennis toss planned.

A portion of proceeds from Coolray Field Amusements will also go to the family.

Tickets for Tripp Halstead night are available at gwinnettbraves.com/ tripp with the special promo code TEAMBOOM. Additional information is available by calling the Gwinnett Braves at 678277-0340. sss Spout Springs Library Farmers Market is open through Oct. 31. The market will be open each Thursday from 4-7 p.m.

The market is located in the library parking lot at 6488 Spout Springs Road Flowery Branch.

Vendors can email sslfarmersmarket@gmail. com. sss Summer Reading Program is under way at the Spout Springs Library. Children, to age 18, can earn incentive prizes awarded weekly.

Special events and performances are held Wednesdays at 2:30 p.m.

All events are free and open to the public. Call 770-532-3311 x192. sss Jefferson Community Theatre will present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka, A musical of pure imagination, July 12-14 and July 19-21. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. on July 12-13 and July 19-20 and at 2 p.m. on July 14 and July 21. Tickets are $15 for general admission and $10 for seniors, students and pre-sales. Call 706367-5714 or visit the theatre’s website sss Leftover Pets offers low cost spay/neuter surgeries at their 610 Barrow Park Drive clinic in Winder. June clinic days are Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.

Prices are $85 for a female dog over 25 pounds, $65 for a female dog up to 25 pounds, $55 for a male dog, $50 for a female cat or $35 for a male cat. All surgery prices include a free rabies vaccination.

We do not add fees for in heat or pregnant animals.

For more information on clinic services, visit http://www.leftoverpets. org. Appointments are required and must be made by calling 800-9785226 sss The Tri-County Amateur Radio Club, the Town of Braselton’s “hams,” will join with thousands of other Amateur Radio operators showing their emergency capabilities on the weekend of June 22-23.

The public will have a chance to meet and talk with Jackson, Barrow and Hall county ham radio operators and see for themselves what the Amateur Radio Service is about as hams across

the USA will be holding public demonstrations of emergency communications abilities.

This annual event, called “Field Day” is the climax of the week long “Amateur Radio Week” sponsored by the ARRL, the national association for Amateur Radio. Using only emergency power supplies, ham operators will construct emergency stations in parks, shopping malls, schools and backyards around the country.

The public is invited to come to the front porch of Braselton Town Hall and see some of ham radio’s new capabilities and learn how to get their own FCC radio license before the next disaster strikes.

If you have any questions or need more information, email information@tricountyarc. com. sss The Lanier Canoe and Kayak Club continues to offer weeks of Summer Day Camp. Children ages 7-14 will enjoy the three F’s – Fun, Fitness and Friendships while learning basic paddling skills in canoes and kayaks.

Games, swimming, and Barge Day are other highlights of the week.

Camp hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Rate for non-members is $165. Before and after care is available for an additional fee if at least three children request service. Lanier Canoe Kayak Club is a Centennial Legacy Program of the 1996 Olympics located at the Lake Lanier Olympic Boathouse at 3105 Clarks Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA 30506. Visit www.lckc. org or call 770-287-7888, email info@lckc.org. sss The Jug Tavern Squares (JTS) holds dances at the YMCA on Brad Akins Drive in Winder on the second and fourth Friday of each month.

Dancers from all around the state are invited to join and many dancers from other clubs come to Winder for the square dancing and fellowship.

JTS has had a resurgence in the past two years and in 2012, and Jug Tavern Squares came in second in attendance at the State Square Dance Convention in Macon.

“This is a lot of fun, in a friendly atmosphere and good exercise, too,” says club president Rainger Buehler, Club. If you are interested in joining the fun or just learning about JTS, contact Rainger or Twila Buehler at 706-6931922 or 770-265-1593 or email raingerbuehler@ yahoo.com. sss The Tree House, the children’s advocacy center serving Jackson, Barrow and Banks counties, will have a new fundraiser on Aug. 24 at Crow’s Lake.

A Primal Rush Obstacle Course Race, which is currently extremely popular, is planned. Visit www.primalrushocr.com.

Community is coming onboard Boys & Girls Club capital campaign

By LEANNE AKIN

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SafeLite Auto Glass is among the supporters of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Jackson County as the organization focuses on reaching more youth.

SafeLite is putting $100,000 toward the capital campaign which will be built a new club facility in Jefferson. SafeLite’s donation will be coming over a five-year period.

That donation will be celebrated at an upcoming event.

Southeast Toyota Distributors has $250,000 coming to the effort while Huber Engineered Woods is providing $10,000.

Community Bank & Trust is committing $10,500 to the club’s capital campaign.

The structure will be built on the existing club property which is made available by the Jackson County Board of Education.

An intergovernmental agreement between the school board and the Jackson County Board of Commissioners is in place and the county was the sponsoring entity for the Community Development Block Grant of $500,000.

Recently, the board of commissioners approved the bid for the construction. The top five of the 17 bidders were reviewed by 2WR, the architectural, interiors and planning firm, and a club committee.

The club hosted several open house events earlier this year to give the com-

munity an opportunity to see the current conditions at the club and to hear from club members what the Boys & Girls Club has meant in their lives.

The Boys & Girls Club capital campaign committee also has skin in the game with 100 percent of the members making a financial commitment to the campaign.

Support for the club is also coming through the purchase of engraved bricks for $100 to $200 which will be placed at the front entrance of the new club facility.

Lynn Rudolph is chairing that committee.

Naming rights are also available. While the overall building name and learning center and front lobby already have names reserved, offices, the teen center, the games room and arts and crafts area are available for sponsorship of naming rights. Donations in the $60,000 to $80,000 can secure naming privileges.

Michael R. Williams has worked for Boys and Girls Clubs for more than 30 years. Before coming to Jackson County, he worked at clubs in Alabama, Tennessee and South Carolina. While he has been involved with major renovations at other clubs, he says he is excited to be a part of a new club from the ground up.

Williams is available to speak to civic and other clubs. He has presented information on the campaign to the Lions Club

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Quality of life enhanced by involvement in club

By LEANNE AKIN

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The Boys & Girls Clubs of Jackson County is working to counteract and even prevent issues including poverty, juvenile crime, teen pregnancy and unemployment by providing resources for children through quality programs that are supported by collaborative community partnerships.

The organization serves approximately 170 kids per day through clubs in Commerce and Jefferson, and the new facility in Jefferson will mean additional children can be served.

Five different program areas directly benefiting children are provided: character and leadership, education and career development, the arts, health and life skills and recreation.

The goal of the Boys & Girls Clubs is to create a positive environment for the young people of Jackson County to realize their full potential and grow into responsible individuals. The focus is on offering each child a sense of belonging and the tools to make positive choices.

“The Boys & Girls Clubs of Jackson County are an essential part of the community, helping to better the youth of today to create a brighter future, and we need your help,” said Williams, as he talks about the campaign’s plan to provide funding not only for the new Jefferson facility but to make improvements at the Commerce club and provide three years of operational expenses.

Randall Pugh, who is serving as honorary capital campaign chairman, has been encouraging businesses and industries as well as organizations and individuals to be a part of opening the door to a safe, positive place of hope and opportunity for young people.

“Our capital campaign is asking for $1.3 million in support from our community to replace the double-wide trailers that currently house our Jefferson Club.

These funds will go toward the new facility’s construction and furnishings, staffing and operating the facility, as well as some small improvements to our Commerce location,” said Pugh. “We applied for and won a $500,000 Georgia Community Development Block Grant, which has made a significant dent in our campaign goal.

“Time has come for us to grow to meet the needs of the community. With your help, we will be able to provide our children with a safe place to play, learn and develop into productive members of our community,” he said.

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“So much more happens at our Boys & Girls Clubs. Homework assistance, speech contests, career exploration, technology classes, art and music lessons and team sports are just a few of the programs that impact our kids,” said Pugh. “Our goal is to provide educational and fun activities that help kids develop positive self esteem and confidence.

“Boys & Girls Club members learn leadership skills, enhance their academic progress, take part in social recreation and sportsmanship activities and absorb all the important lessons our caring professional staff provide every day,” said Pugh.

“Law enforcement officers and community leaders believe that the Boys & Girls Clubs of Jackson County enhances the quality of life of each child, as well as the Jefferson community as a whole,” said Pugh. “Studies show that participating kids become more involved with school and less involved with crime.”

Club history In June of 2003, the Jackson County Boys & Girls Club began its programming umbrella under Boys & Girls Clubs of Hall County, and moved into the current Jefferson facility in August of 2003. By year’s end, the Jackson County organization was accepted into Boys & Girls Clubs of America, national organization.

In September of 2006, the second club site in Commerce opened.

Michael R. Williams came onboard as the first executive director in March of 2008.

Receiving its own charter in September of 2008, the Jackson County Boys & Girls Clubs became independent from Hall County.

The following summer, camp participation grew by 35 percent.

March 2008 - Michael R. Williams becomes first Executive Director.

For Fiscal Year 2012, the club received more than $175,000 in national and local grants and contracts.

Club participation was averaging 150 youth per day in 2012, and in October, the club received the Boys & Girls Clubs of American High Performance Board Award.

In December, the announcement of a Georgia Department of Community Affairs Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) meant that $500,000 would be available to go toward construction of a new Jefferson facility. It was that money which helped boost the $1.3 million capital campaign.

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CRAWFORD Long MUSEUM’s History CAMP Dr. William Grimsley presented the “now” of medicine while Andy Garrison, portraying Dr. Pendergrass, talked about medicine of “then” at the recent History Camp hosted at the Crawford Long Museum. Dr. Ed Rigel of Gainesville, a member of the Museum board, portrayed a Revolutionary War soldier. Participants created herbal lip balm, made butter and pomanders. and learned to pick out the seeds in a boll of cotton. The 14 first-week campers and the 22 in the second week also enjoyed an ice cream party.

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Charles Waddell welcomed Braselton residents David and Margare Beville to Leesburg Presbyterian Church when they visited Virginia. Waddell is a Braselton native.

Bevilles travel to Virginia, connect with Braselton native Charles Waddell For The Paper

Current Braselton residents David and Margaret Beville recently attended church in Leesburg, Va., with retired Virginia Senator Charles Waddell, a native of Braselton.

Margaret’s brother and sister-in-law are members of the Leesburg Presbyterian Church where Charles and his wife, Jane, also attend. When they discovered the Braselton connection a few months ago, Charles wanted to meet the Bevilles when they came to Virginia on vacation.

When they visited, Charles introduced the Bevilles in church and sang his rendition of the Braselton High School song in front of the congregation before worship that Sunday.

The Bevilles came to Braselton about 10 years ago to be closer to family in the Commerce area. David is the pastor of Trinity Presbyterian Church in Gainesville, and Margaret is the media specialist

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Continued from 6B and Rotary Clubs. Williams is a member of the Rotary Club of Braselton, and he credits fellow Rotarians with investing tens of thousands of dollars into the clubs since 2008. “No one else has come close to what the Braselton Rotary Club has done,” he said.

The capital campaign is reaching countywide, although current operations are in Jefferson and Commerce. Williams’ vision for the Boys & Girls Clubs is to reach into the underserved areas of west Jackson.

Williams reminds that ongoing support of the clubs doesn’t just mean large monetary gifts. Pledges of $25 to $100 annually will help sustain the clubs’ ongoing ability to serve youth.

Building an endowment will help provide sustainability of operations costs.

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at Sycamore Elementary School in Gwinnett County.

Charles graduated from Braselton High School in 1951, and both he and his brother, Leroy, played on the state championship basketball team that year. Before they left for the Washington area in 1951, they lived in the two-story white frame structure known as the hotel (boarding house) which sat where the police station now sits (next to City Hall). His dad, James Allen Waddell, was the night watchman at Braselton, but everyone called him “Chief.” His mother ran the hotel until they retired and followed their sons to Washington in 1954.

Charles spent a long career with American Airlines before entering politics and served as a senator from Virginia for 34 years. Leroy spent a long and distinguished career with the National Security Agency (NSA). Their father, mother and two brothers are buried at the old Zion Baptist Church cemetery where they worshipped.

more children and teens into the club, staffing will need to be enhanced. Williams said he hopes a resource development/grant writer can be added to the staff to help identify other foundation funding sources to help the club grow.

The Boys & Girls Clubs host several fundraising events during the year including the annual auction and Steak & Steak dinner.

There is also an ongoing initiative at the club. It Just Takes One is the summer

Photos by Vicki Starnes

campaign that allows each board member and staffer to focus on an individual child. “It takes just one person to make a life better — you could be that person, says Williams.

Board chairman David Varnadoe of Edward Jones Investments is running the campaign. He can be reached at 706-3677654 for more on pledges or finding out more about how you can be a part of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Jackson County.

Top: SafeLite Auto Glass recently presented an oversized check representing its $100,000 which will be coming to the Jackson County Boys & Girls Clubs over the next five years; The rendering shows the new Jefferson club facility which will be getting under way soon.

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BMW 2006. 325i Gray, 3.0L, 6cyl, RWD Sedan. $15,620 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200

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Businesses For Sale Established Butcher Shop for Sale! Flowery Branch area. All equipment and supplies included.

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1.58 ACRES in Hiawassee Cleared, mountain view w.creek in back. $19k.

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BUICK 2001 Century Ltd. All serv records, Great Cond! 130k. $3300. 678-463-7006

Recreation Boats & Marine Arrowglass 15’ Fish & Ski Boat w/Trailer.

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RV’s/Travel Trailers

2013 Kodiak Ultra-Lite 200QB travel trailer, NEVER USED. Sleeps 4, $15,000. Jefferson (352) 474-9454

Charming 3BR/2BA Great Location. Lake view. $975/mo. 770539-4400 HWY 53- 3BR/2BA Ranch w/gar, $900/mo; $900 dep. No pets. 678438-4107

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BUICK 2002 La Sabre silver/gray leath. int. one owner 74Kmi. $6000 or best offer 770536-1765 CHEVY 2006 IMPALA. Leather Heated Seats, 3.9 V6 Dual exhaust, 6 disks, onstar, Alloy Wheels, Premium Sound, Auto-Start, Tilt Cruise. 91K. Vincent 404-606-2435.

CHEVY 2012 Sonic LTZ Turbo, 4dr. Sdn, 13K mi, Will take payoff of $15k.

706-499-9991 CHRYSLER 1994 Lebaron. Cnvt. auto, V6, green/gray. New top/tires. 157k. $1595. 770-262-8200 CORVETTE 1978 Excellent Condition. $6900. For more info call 770-540-3687 FORD 1989 E-350 Ambulance. Diesel, auto, Fully equipt Very Good Cond. Only 68k orig miles. Well maint’d.

Rebuilt trans & fuel inj sys. $8500.

678-316-6780 FORD 2000 Mustang . Silver. Great cond. $5100/obo. 678-3160085

KEYSTONE 2006 Springdale rell Travel Trailer.

Excellent condition inside and out.

13.5 BTU AC and heat. Fully duct-ed.

Master Bedroom has separate entry door.

Full shower and bath. Skylights. Gas stove and large 22” oven.

This is a steal at $7900!

Call Ken at 706.968.9848 or email at kwagner49@gmail. com COACHMAN 2001Santara. 36’, 2 slides with toppers, side by side frig w/ice maker, new tires, new batt, backup camera, gen, new awnings. Like New inside. 9200mi. $43,000.

770-532-9419 SHASTA 1999.

Class C , 30ft. 2 slides, 21k miles.

Loaded. New Cond. $26,000.

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Wheels Antique Cars/Trucks FORD 1983 Mustang.

GLX convt. V6, auto, 86k, Runs Good. $1950/obo, Hoschton, 404-386-5772

INFINITI 2006 FX35, black, heated seats, moonrf, $18,620 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200

CHEVY 2010 Equinox.

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FORD 2011 Escape XLT. 2.5L, 4cyls, FWD, SUV $19,176 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200 CHEVY 1996 Suburban LT 1500. 3rd row seat, dual air, trailer special, loaded, white & gold. $2950/obo. Retired. 706778-7267

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Trucks CHEVY 1984. C-10.

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ACURA 2005 RL, 3.5l, V6, 111K, $12,620 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200

FORD 2011 Ranger XLT, 15,500 mi, excellent condition, red, gray/ black interior, automatic, 2-door, air conditioner, cruise control, power locks, , power steering, power windows, driver airbag, passenger airbag, abs, fog lights.

Spay Bedliner, one owner, all Maintenance Records $15,000 , contact Larry, 706-894-2379, guinn1492@gmail.com.

Vans

VW 1998 Jetta TDI, 5spd, blk/gray, 40mpg, 267k. New T- belt & W- pump. $1900/obo.

770-262-8200

FORD 2001 Windstar Van. 3.8 V6. Exc Cond.

Many xtras. $4875. 770287-0183

Motorcycles

GMC 1993 Van. V8 auto, ladder racks.

Good work Van. $750. 678-617-5560

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

Like New! Lots of extras.

678-488-2521