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Ballots and EMS: Town hall topics By LEANNE AKIN lakin@clickthepaper.com At last week’s town hall meeting hosted at the Hoschton Depot by Jackson County District 3 Commissioner Bruce Yates, Jackson County Elections Supervisor Lori Wurtz said 1,181 in-person ballots had been cast in advance of Tuesday’s election. “We are encouraged that we will have a really good turnout,” said Wurtz, who noted that some are predicting statewide turnout could top 60 percent. The two-page ballot will take voters considerably more time casting their vote than it took for the Presidential Preference Primary earlier this year when the ballot was abbreviated. Because longer waits are anticipated,

Wurtz said early voting should be a priority. You can cast a ballot through Friday at one of Jackson County’s three early voting locations: the Administrative Building, located at 67 Athens St., in Jefferson, the Parks & Recreation Building at 204 Carson St., in Commerce, or the Police Court Building located at 5040 Highway 53, in Braselton. Voters are also urged to study their sample ballot before selecting a ballot at the polling location. At the town hall session, Wurtz said some confusion has been noted when voters select a Democratic ballot and don’t find the Jackson County Sheriff’s race on it. All seven candidates for the county’s highest law enforcement office are on the Republican ballot. If you want to vote in the Sheriff’s race, you must request a Republican ballot.

At the town hall meeting, there were several questions seeking clarification about the different ballots. Poll workers will not be able to tell voters which ballot to request, said Wurtz, who had contacted the Secretary of State’s office for guidance. Poll workers will direct voters to look at their sample ballot if they have questions about which ballot to request. Wurtz said the Admin Building auditorium walls are “wallpapered in sample ballots” because Jackson County has 117 different ballots because of splits. The county’s elected fire boards also present an additional complication for ballot creation. Visit the website of Secretary of State Brian Kemp to view a copy your sample ballot. Visit http://mvp. sos.state.ga.us/You will type in your first ini-

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GAINESVILLE – Major transportation improvement projects all across the state have been initiated by the Georgia Department of Transportation, and one project which will impact this area has cleared an environmental hurdle which permitted awarding of the bid on Tuesday. The widening of State Route 347 has been awarded to E.R. Snell Contracting of Snellville, the low bidder. Friendship Road from Interstate 985 to State Route 211 in Hall County will be widened and sidewalks will be constructed. Contract construction cost for the project is $38,446,332.61 and the work is slated for completion on July 31, 2015. Construction will likely begin late this fall, according to Teri N. Pope, Communications Officer for the Georgia Department of Transportation’s District One - Northeast Georgia. Other bidders and their bids included G.P.’s Enterprises, $39,911,394.05; Pittman Construction Company, $41,995,600.81; CMES, $42,373,980.15; Baldwin Paving, $46,810,964.43. The Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) had been reviewing the construction plans, and Pope said GDDOT was hopeful approval would come quickly so that the contract could be awarded. The widening of Friendship Road figures prominently into the plans for Northeast Georgia Medical Center’s new hospital which is in the early design stages. The new hospital is expected to open in River Place where Medical Plaza 1 is located in early 2015. As road construction begins, Georgia DOT will be sending email updates on the project.To receive project information, email tpope@dot.ga.gov On Tuesday, voters will decide if 12 designated districts across Georgia will be authorized to collect a 1-cent sales tax for the next 10 years to be devoted exclusively to local and regional transportation projects. Funds collected in a district could only be spent in that district and only to move forward projects chosen by local elected officials. Visit www.dot.ga.gov/transportationreferendum.

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The early voting location in the Braselton Police Court Building welcomed voters this week as a number of Jackson Countians heard Jackson County Elections Supervisor Lori Wurtz’ appeal to avoid expected lines on Election Day, July 31. You can vote early through Friday but no early voting is permitted on Monday. The Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax referendum is among the special ballot questions.

T-SPLOST crosses regional lines By JEFF GILL Regional staff You can only vote once and in the region where you live, however, some of the projects on the transportation initiative on the ballot will have crossregion impact. Consider that Hall County is in the 13-county Georgia Mountains region, but at least one project on the list developed by the Northeast Georgia Re-

gional Transportation Roundtable will benefit Hall as well as Jackson and Barrow counties. Some Hall County supporters will be pulling July 31 for the passage of the 1 percent transportation sales tax in the Northeast Georgia region as well as the Atlanta region because of the potential for traffic congestion relief. Hall would receive about $300 million for regional projects if the tax passes, but if the sales tax passes in the

tial, last name, select your county and plug in your date of birth to get your sample ballot. Yates attempted to keep politics out of the town hall meeting when questions about the budget for three EMS stations to be constructed were raised. Jackson County EMS Station #3 will be built in the West Jackson area using a prototype architectural design which will also be used for two other stations. While the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax is expected to generate $1.2 million, the board of commissioners had previously voted to utilize public safety funds left from a previous SPLOST to fund the remaining costs. Commissioner Tom Crow, who is challenging Chairman Hunter Bicknell’s reelection bid, was in opposition.

Northeast Georgia region, Hall also would pick up the $15 million widening of Ga. 211/Old Winder Highway from Hall to Interstate 85. If the T-SPLOST passes in the Atlanta region, Hall could see the $28 million widening of Ga. 13/Atlanta Highway from Sawnee Avenue in Buford to Ga. 347/Lanier Islands Parkway in South Hall.

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Pastor will pull double duty as military chaplain By ROXANE ROSE rrose@clickthepaper.com This Fourth of July was different from all the rest for Pastor Darrel Rewis of Corner-Stone Church in Jefferson. This year he looked at it from the new perspective of a U.S. Navy Chaplain.

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Earlier this month, Pastor Darrel Rewis of Corner-Stone Church in Jefferson was commissioned as a U.S. Navy Chaplain.

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Earlier this month, Rewis completed the lengthy process of commissioning as a lieutenant and chaplain, and now he will be attached to the 4th Marines Logistics headquarters in Atlanta. “Navy chaplains serve all departments of the Navy including the Coast Guard and the Marine Corp,” Rewis said. The Navy Chaplaincy is an opportunity to bring spiritual values and guidance to the men and women in the sea services and offers the opportunity to minister to people in diverse and dynamic settings. Chaplain Corps officers work in collaboration with all Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard commands throughout the world to deliver religious ministry to active duty personnel and their families. Navy Chaplains conduct religious services, provide pastoral counseling, give spiritual leadership, supply religious education, facilitate the free-exercise of religion for all faith groups, serve men and women of many religious backgrounds and work in a truly interfaith setting. Rewis is a reserve chaplain, and he has to complete his military orientation training at Newport, R.I. within two years of commissioning. Reserve duty leads to a commission as an officer in the Naval Reserve and a commitment of two days each month

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for drills and two weeks of annual training. Naval Reserve chaplains have the opportunity to serve their country and accumulate points toward retirement while continuing in their civilian careers. Naval Reserve chaplains also may apply for temporary or full-time active duty assignments. Since Rewis grew up in a Marine Corp family, he expects to feel right at home in his new role. “Every man in my family served in the Marines at some point. I was on my way as well, but I received an opportunity to go to college instead. Nobody in my family had ever attended college, so that was an opportunity I needed to take,” he shared. “Turns out God was directing my path, and now I feel like he has brought things full circle. I think he had always intended me to serve in the military, just not in the way I originally thought.” Rewis sees what he will be doing with the military as an extension of his pastoral role. “I’ve been challenging our congregation to ask God how he would have them give their lives away. This was the biggest thing God has asked of me and my family since we were called to start Cor-

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A Canadian company that has been trading in Jackson County land is requesting the Jackson County government to change the county’s development plans so that it can develop more than 700 acres in South Jackson as a factory/manufacturing site. In the past, Walton International Group has purchased Jackson County farmland and sold it in units for a sliver of land – sometimes less than 1/8 acre – at greatly increased prices to a multitude of Asian and other foreign investors. The Northeast Georgia Regional Commission has already rejected an almost identical plan. In 2008, the Development of Regional Impact Review Committee warned that the project would adversely impact traffic and water quality in Jackson and neighboring counties. The Regional Commission ruled that a project of this size should not be located where there is no existing infrastructure and that the negative impact on the area would be profound. The site would be one of the biggest in the State of Georgia and would change the character of South Jackson County. The project would conflict with Jackson County’s comprehensive development plan that already designates industrial land, mostly in clusters along the I-85 corridor and certain other specially allocated areas. Professor Jerry Weitz, a regional planning expert whose firm was retained by Jackson County to create the county’s 2010 comprehensive plan, said that he would be surprised if regional or county planners approved the project. “Jackson County has been very thoughtful about its planning,” he said. “This idea makes no sense. There are over 7,000 acres of vacant land already zoned industrial in all of Jackson County and 3,000 more allocated under the comprehensive plans of Jackson County and its cities. This excess constitutes way more than a 100-year future supply, even at pre-recession levels of industrial land consumption.” Residents of South Jackson are concerned. Chuck Murphy, a retired software architect who lives with his wife Suzanne just off Highway 129 near the proposed project, said that South Jackson’s citizens were very concerned, but hopeful that their county government would protect them from “this monstrosity.” “We support good business, job growth and orderly, planned development,” he said, “but, bulldozing over 600 acres of land to spot zone a massive industrial site in the middle of our rural and residential neighborhood would be crazy, especially when we already have millions of square feet of in-

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dustrial buildings sitting vacant.” Ken Cordell, a 30-year resident of South Jackson who works in Athens, agreed. “It would be one thing if the project had some benefit, but this would simply add vacant inventory to thousands of acres of unused industrial land,” he said “It would profit no one but the foreign land speculator.” South Jackson has an interesting demographic profile,

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comprising a mix of longstanding residents whose family roots are in Jackson County and both young professionals and retirees who are new to the area. On the issue of the industrial park, these groups appear solidly united. Curtis Collier, whose family farm is adjacent to the proposed site, said he was very concerned about traffic. “Traffic volume would be crushing right in front of

South Jackson Elementary school,” he said. The project sponsors have acknowledged that over 5,000 cars would be added to Highway 129 during rush hour. “That is almost one hundred more cars a minute,” says Collier. Daryl Buffenstein, a lawyer who lives in South Jackson and commutes to Atlanta,

said, “Jackson County’s land use plan is a sensible balance that welcomes industry but has it organized in areas that are away from schools and residential areas. The county and its taxpayers have spent a lot of money preparing land for industry in those areas, so it is senseless to ruin a rural or residential area for this type of project.” Babs McDonald, who lives

close to the proposed development, had a different take. “It makes perfect sense if you are Walton. It will profit a land speculator, but hurt those of us who have chosen Jackson County as our forever home.” For more information, visit www.protectjacksoncounty.com

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FIRE BOARDS RACES DIFFER ON BALLOTS Fire Board races will differ on the ballot depending on which fire district you reside in. Find your fire district on the map found on the Jackson County website at www.jacksoncoutygov. com. You can visit http://mvp.sos.state.ga.us/ and view and print a copy of your ballot. OTHER RACES ALSO DIFFER ON BALLOTS You can visit http://mvp.sos.state.ga.us/and view and print a copy of your ballot. Sample ballots can also be viewed at your polling location.

Questions about the Transportation initiative on the July 31 ballot Why is Georgia building additional projects when we are having difficulty maintaining the current system? In order for Georgia’s economy to grow and for the state to remain competitive, we must continue to invest in new infrastructure and maintain what we have. The Transportation Investment Act of 2010 (TIA) allows for this through a transportation referendum. In regions that pass the referendum, the revenues generated will supplement funding already appropriated for projects and allow Georgia DOT to redirect federal funding on maintaining our existing roadway. Numerous regions identified “maintenance” projects on their lists to assist them in maintaining their local road systems. Will the General Assembly ask for another transportation tax after this one is completed in 10 years? If a region, not the state, passes the referendum this year, the law allows for that region to pursue a vote by its residents on another transportation sales tax at the end of that 10year period. Will the Transportation Referendum project lists change after the vote? No. By law, the lists are unchangeable following the final October 2011 vote of the regional roundtables. The project lists were determined through regional public input. What happens if the Transportation Referendum doesn’t pass? If the Transportation Referendum doesn’t pass with a “yes” vote from the majority of

each region’s voters, transportation projects will be implemented at a slower schedule and pace, with many projects remaining unfunded. Ultimately, Georgia’s regions and the state as a whole would not be able to address its transportation infrastructure needs for a growing population and potential economic development. Studies show that additional investment produces long term economic stability for our state. What happens in communities that have multiple local option sales tax initiatives? The tax environment for each region and its respective municipalities is relative. TIA provides voters in each region with the opportunity to decide whether an additional one percent sales tax is needed and/or feasible for them. Can the revenue raised from the regional sales tax be used to match federal funds? Yes. There are many projects in the federal-aid pipeline that are good candidates for the regional sales tax. Helping fund the required match with regional sales tax dollars will allow state and local funds to be redirected to other projects. What happens if a project chosen for the region’s project list is already programmed with federal, state or local funding? If federal funds are replaced by the regional sales tax funds this will allow other projects to advance in the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) or the local Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for additional projects. 2

What happens to excess funds that may be collected at the end of the 10-year period? In the event that funds remain after the close out of all projects on the final investment list, these funds will be distributed based on the established Local Assistance Road Program (LARP) formula as defined under the bill. Will any discretionary funding allocated to a local government be required to go toward the implementation of a project within the region that is located outside of the local government’s jurisdiction because the project is deemed “regionally significant”? No. Projects on the list established by the regional roundtables will be paid for with regional funds. Local Governments may spend their discretionary share on any transportation project in their jurisdiction and those funds are not required to be used on regionally significant projects. Will regional funds need to be accumulated before any expenditure can be made on approved projects or can project work begin Jan. 1, 2013? The Georgia State Finance Investment Commission (GSFIC) can remit payment for “project elements” or at project completion. GDOT does not intend to accelerate these projects with other funds. Will the Department of Revenue be able to charge an administrative fee to local governments for the collection of the sales and use tax?

No. Local Government Q&As Who will deliver the projects? The law states that the Georgia DOT is delegated project delivery. In the Atlanta region, Georgia Regional Transportation Authority (GRTA) will deliver the transit projects and Georgia DOT will deliver the road projects. Outside the metro area, some projects will be delivered by Georgia DOT while others will be delivered by local governments. GDOT and GRTA are authorized to determine whether a project should be designed and constructed by Georgia DOT, by a local government, or by another public or private entity. What will be the process of delivering the projects? Georgia DOT is working with our partners to develop a new project delivery process. It will be a more streamlined process than usual GDOT projects, as many of the TIA projects will not require the more lengthy federal environmental approval process. While efficient and timely delivery is important, Georgia DOT will not compromise safety and quality in the development and delivery of these projects. How will local governments who are delivering projects receive the funds to do so? The Department is working with the Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission (GSFIC) to develop a program where the

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Roughing it for the Lord at camp meeting This is the season of camp meetings, a protestant religious exercise that dates back to the early 1800s when Methodists and Baptists were just beginning to set up shop here in the U.S. Perhaps the most amazing thing about camp meeting is that it hasn’t changed much in 200 years. A few notable changes: No one brings their cow, hogs or yard chickens to camp meeting these days. In an earlier time, the cow was brought along to provide a source of fresh milk and the chickens either provided fresh eggs for breakfast or the main course for supper. The hogs came along because there was no one left at home to feed them. Trust me, no one would have a hog killing in the dog days of summer. For a week or 10 days, the participants live in “tents” or ramshackle houses that lack most of the conveniences of home. Some of the modern conveniences of camp meeting today are electricity and running water. The electricity is used to power a light fixture with a pull chain, as well as a box fan to stir the humid air. Depending on the schedule, the worshippers gather between three and four times a day for preaching and singing under an openair arbor that seats a few hundred folks. It is not airconditioned and may have a few ceiling fans to stir the air. There is usually a good supply of funeral home fans scattered on the pews. The fans consist of a piece of cardboard mountain on a giant tongue depressor stick and usually have a picture of Jesus and some children or lambs. On the back is the name address and phone number of a local undertaker. Some politicians have also gotten into the fan game and have provided fans that either directly or indirectly suggest, “Vote for Me.” The program usually

Harris Blackwood includes the congregation singing some old gospel songs out of some well-worn songbooks. Then, a choir or an individual will sing what is often referred to as a “special,” a song they have prepared just for camp meeting. After that, one of the preachers will come and preach a powerful sermon. Around here, they usually have two preachers, because the sheer volume of services would wear one guy out. I have heard a lot of camp meeting preacher’s talk about the choice of going to heaven or going to hell. Hell is a concept that one can grasp more readily when you are setting outdoors in an arbor and it is 95 degrees in the shade. It is the lowhanging fruit of sermon topics. Why would folks leave their air-conditioned homes, flat-screen TVs and other comforts to rough it for 10 days? For some, it is a tradition that their ancestors have practiced for nearly two centuries. Many of the camp meetings around here date back to 1830 and continued meeting despite the War Between the States. Some tents have grandma’s old electric stove and stir memories of family suppers before heading out to the evening service. It is a great tradition and the regulars welcome visitors to come an experience camp meeting for themselves. While I didn’t grow up in the camp meeting tradition, I’ve been a regular visitor over the years and will be again this year. Harris Blackwood is a Gainesville resident whose columns appear weekly.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Think carefully on sales tax vote Georgia voters, the most significant issue on the upcoming July ballot is the T-SPLOST tax increase proposal. If you’ve already seen print and TV ads, you are led to believe that the yellow-brick road to traffic bliss will be paved with your T-SPLOST dollars. Here’s an alternative point of view: • T-SPLOST is the largest tax-increase proposed for Georgians since the state income tax. Your average county sales tax would increase 15-18 percent. • T-SPLOST would generate a new layer of bureaucracy to administrate the billions of dollars that would be assessed from Georgia taxpayers. The administration of T-SPLOST involves several layers of county and state government, requiring coordination. Yeah, that works, doesn’t it? • The Georgia Department of Transportation is already one of the largest departments of state government, and has been recently found to be in fiscal shambles

by independent audits. The cumbersome, dysfunctional bureaucracy of the GDOT would become even more bloated and authoritative, while private contractors wine-and-dine GDOT officials in their never-ceasing efforts to suckle from the government teat. • Legislators of the Georgia General Assembly have been ranked among the lowest in the United States for ethics, transparency and resistance to lobbying. These same legislators would continue to be the recipients of untold gifts and perks, as powerful contractors wield their influence to land fat contracts funded by T-SPLOST. • Georgia residents already fund road construction and infrastructure improvements through a combination of existing income, property, and sales taxes. The GDOT already gets a majority share of state budgets. Is it right that taxpayers should fund a budget

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Steve Kelley Creators Syndicate

Just call me the star-maker It was all my idea. As immodest as that might sound, it’s true. Now that my friend, Karen, has made it to the big time, she should be reminded that it all started with one of my harebrained schemes. Though she laughed it off at first, she eventually agreed. There we were — Lucy and Ethel at it, again. Thelma and Louise headed off on an adventure and there was no stopping us. But first, as usual, I had to convince her of the brilliance of my plan. It was a few years ago when I called her up. “Let’s take acting classes,” I began. Now, it escapes me how I found these classes in Atlanta but I remember that I was adamant that six weeks of acting would make both of us better entertainers — me as a speaker and Karen as a singer. We both make a living in front of live audiences, so I believed that we could learn something. Oh, it wasn’t easy. Things like this are rarely easy with my dear friend. It took many conversations, much cajoling, and finally her husband and children

Ronda Rich talked her into it. “Well, OK,” said Karen Peck. “Let’s do it.” On the first night, we amateurs joined a class of six which included three self-proclaimed professionals. They had been in local theater and auditioned for commercials, facts of which they haughtily reminded us mere mortals. Repeatedly. That night the teacher — a true professional who had done years on soap operas in New York before moving to guest shots on primetime — paired us off in groups of two, for us to perform a scene from “Fried Green Tomatoes.” I winced when I was paired with Karen, who tends to giggle a lot so I was certain that she would ruin the scene and make me look bad. She didn’t giggle, though. She plunged with seriousness into the part.

“Are you making this up?” I asked, warily. It sounded, well, unbelievable though she, actor that she is, made it sound believable. “I promise I’m not!” she replied. She wasn’t. She wound up with a small cameo in the movie and a song that is on the soundtrack. It has been nothing short of exciting for her. Bubbling over with enthusiasm, she talked about it for months. It’s all pretty neat, a chance of a lifetime. Of course, you won’t see my name in the credits and that is truly a shame because I started her on the road to movie stardom. Yes, I did. It all began with one of my hare-brained but nonetheless brilliant ideas. And since you won’t see my name anywhere so the world will never know the role I played in all of this, I thought I’d tell you. After all, someone should know that I’m a star-maker. Ronda Rich is the bestselling author of several books, including the forthcoming “There’s A Better Day A-Comin’.” Sign up for her newsletter at www. rondarich.com. Her column appears weekly.

Old wives say watch for bees and yawns We’ve all heard the famous “Old Wives’ Tales.” Advice and superstition like “It’s bad luck to walk under a ladder” or “If you cross your eyes, they will stay that way” or “Tickling a baby’s feet will make them stutter” or “To cure a cough, take a hair from the coughing person’s head, put it between two slices of bread, then feed it to a dog, saying ‘Eat well you hound – may you be sick and I be sound.’” OK, so maybe only some of us with crazy old wives in our family have heard that one. Recently, I did some research on old wives’ tales, and found some rather bizarre superstitions. What struck me most about old wives’ tales are that old wives are obsessed with death, getting married and visitors coming to see them — just like new wives are. Below is a listing of actual old wives’ tales (while I can’t vouch for their veracity, I do suggest you try each for yourself). In some cases, I have added my own sarcastic comments in parentheses for your — no, let’s be honest, my — enjoyment.

Len Robbins A bird in the house is a sign of death. An acorn on a window sill keeps lightning away. Seeing an ambulance is very unlucky, unless you pinch your nose or hold your breath until you see a black or brown dog. Spit on a new bat before using it for the first time to make it lucky. It’s bad luck to put a hat on a bed. Placing a bed facing north and south brings misfortune. If a bee enters your home, it’s a sign that you will soon have a visitor. If you kill the bee, the visitor will be unpleasant. A swarm of bees settling on a roof is an omen that the house will burn down. If you use the same pencil to take a test that you used for studying for the test, the pencil will remember the answers. (My rebuttal: This is

The First Amendment Congress shall make no law respecting establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

When the scene ended, the teacher, clearly moved to tears, came over and said quietly, in awe, “Oh Karen, that was so good. So good.” She turned to me. Her eyes cleared and her smile faded. “Ronda, let’s do it again because you need to tone it down. You overacted.” Go figure. Nonetheless, Karen became teacher’s pet and much praised for her talent. As for me, nothing much was said, though our teacher did seem to enjoy me. When I wasn’t trying to act, that is. What happened a while back is pretty much an incredible story. It’s the kind of fairy tale that we all dream will happen to us. An unexpected phone call with news that makes winning the lottery dim in comparison. I’ll make it short. A casting director from New York called Karen up, out of the blue, and asked if she’d be interested in singing and saying a few words in a movie called “Joyful Noise” about a choir competition. A movie, I might add, that starred Queen Latifah and Dolly Parton.

absolutely not true. I know because I tried it in college. For that matter, it’s also not true that if you study drunk and take the test drunk, you’ll make an A.) If someone is sweeping the floor and sweeps over your feet, you’ll never be married. Don’t knit a pair of socks for a boyfriend or he’ll walk away from you. If a young girl catches a ladybug and then releases it, the direction it flies away will be the direction from which her future husband comes. It’s bad luck to light three cigarettes with the same match. A cricket in the house is a sign of good luck. It’s bad luck to cut your fingernails on Friday or Sunday. Fingernail clippings should be saved, burned or buried. (Some suggestions on what to do with all those saved fingernails: Melded together, they make for a great ashtray, doormat or a very painful paddle.) It’s bad luck to say the word “pig” while fishing. Cut your hair on Good Friday to prevent headaches the rest of the year.

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Pulling a gray or white hair out will cause 10 more to grow in its place. Lettuce has the power to arouse and counteract the effects of wine. An onion cut in half and placed under the bed of a sick person will draw off fever and poisons (as well as suitors). A watermelon will grow in your stomach if you swallow a watermelon seed (the real cause of the obesity ‘epidemic’). A yawn is a sign that danger is near. If you eat cabbage, you will grow large breasts (which is why I stay away from cabbage). A sneezing cat is a sign of future wealth. (For who? The cat?) If the palm of your right hand itches, you will soon be getting money. If the palm of you left hand itches, you will soon be paying out money. (My whole left arm itches. What does that mean?) Len Robbins is editor and publisher of The Clinch County News in Homerville. His column appears weekly.

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increase, when they’ve not effectively managed the money that they’re already receiving? For most private citizens, when you’re out of money, you cut back on spending. • Many Georgians spend hours a day commuting, and have done so for generations. Face it, we like living in the suburbs and commuting… do you really believe that if county and state authorities spend billions over the next 10 years, that you will no longer have any traffic woes? Our traffic volume expands to fill our roads as fast as they can be built. • T-SPLOST proponents say that Georgia needs the funds to maintain a competitive edge to attract new business. Yet, a recent study by a major news network showed that Georgia already ranks in the top 10 of business friendly states in the country. The study noted that the No. 1 reason Georgia is not higher in ranking, is because of substandard education, not roads. • In the metro Atlanta region, much of T-SPLOST funding is earmarked for rail and bus transit systems. Well, the existing transit system has been struggling for a generation, with massive public funding. So, certainly, things will improve if we just double the funding, huh? • Many of the capital improvement projects that are proposed to be developed with T-SPLOST will require long-term maintenance costing hundreds of millions. But, T-SPLOST does not have any means to fund that ongoing expense. Does that beget another future tax increase? • T-SPLOST has a 10-year life. Think about it, when was the last time you heard of a sales tax that was terminated when it was scheduled to be? Ten years from now, do you think the Georgia legislature can find a way to keep their piggy bank fat by extending T-SPLOST? Of course. Georgians, don’t be misled into thinking that we can taxand-spend our way to traffic bliss and job growth. The biggest beneficiaries of T-SPLOST will be road contractors and government officials. Taxpayers will be left holding the $10 billion bag, and still be stuck in traffic!

Mark Hicks Hoschton

There are many pluses for a T-SPLOST defeat What good will come if the T-SPLOST is defeated? We may have new folks leading Georgia politics. The experts have claimed that if T-SPLOST fails, toll roads are the only future we can look forward to. OK, go ahead, put toll roads in, because the outcome will be the folks currently holding office will be voted out. Nothing makes the taxpayers more mad than taxing us for using a road that we have already paid for. We could use a good housecleaning of our one party-ruled state that is not serving citizens but who answer to special interests of lobbyists. As a famous a actor said: “Go ahead and make my day.” Maybe those new representatives will have better ideas. Second good thing: No more debt. Gov. Sonny Perdue borrowed on future DOT tax revenue to see his projects implemented, thereby leaving us with a tough future of debt payments that left the DOT unable to provide for our transportation needs, not to mention the loss of federal matching funds due to debt payments. Borrowing and putting us in debt didn’t pay off for Georgia. T-SPLOST defeat means we do not make this mistake again. Third plus of T-SPLOST being voted down is that citizens can still make a difference. If we work hard to honor the privilege of living in this great state by being an informed voter and educating others, we can still have a voice in what happens to our limited resources. Government goes to those that show up.

Lynn Everitt Hoschton

local governments will invoice GDOT for work done on projects. There will be a quality assurance process to approve and sign off on work done; allowing GSFIC to make disbursement of funds. 3 Can local governments move forward on their projects by using their discretionary funds or other funds and then get reimbursed? We understand the desire to move these projects forward. However, contractual arrangements with local governments must be in place prior to being eligible for reimbursement. In regions that pass the referendum, we will have policies and procedures in place to deal with reimbursements for these accelerated projects. What is the split of the local dollars going to local jurisdictions? As the law states, 85 percent (in Atlanta) and 75 percent (outside Atlanta) will be used for regionally approved projects on the list. The remaining 15 and 25 percent may be used on local discretionary projects decided by the local government based on the established Local Assistance Road Program (LARP) formula. Will there be an application for local governments to be approved for delivering projects on the regionally approved list? Yes. The Department anticipates using a system much like the Local Administration Program (LAP), which allows local governments to go through an application and approval process to deliver projects. Will local governments also have to be approved to build their local discretionary projects? No. What can local governments do to prepare for the increased number of projects after the vote? Each local government should begin to assess if it wants to deliver projects, its financial ability to deliver and how it may impact their current workload. If the regional sales tax is approved in my region, what will the money be spent on? Similar to a Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST), the revenues will be spent on the list of projects approved by the regional roundtables. Additionally, local governments will receive a portion of the revenue by formula to spend on discretionary transportation projects specifically for their jurisdictions. The money raised in a region may only be spent within that region. In other words, none of the money raised from the Savannah area would be spent in the Atlanta region or vice versa. A complete list of the approved projects for each region can be found at www. dot.ga.gov/transportationreferendum Will my region’s taxes increase if my region does not approve the regional sales tax, but the majority of regions in the State approve it? No. This is a regional tax, not a State tax. If a region does not approve the tax, that region’s sales tax will not be affected. The law has a provision that if a region does not pass the regional sales tax, local governments must provide a 30-percent match for any local maintenance and improvements grants from GDOT. If the region approves the tax, local governments must provide a 10-percent match for any local maintenance and improvement grants. 4 Can the LARP (Local Assistance Road Program) factor be revised or updated? The Transportation Investment Act of 2010 identifies the LARP factor as the process for determining sales tax distribution for the 15 percent or 25 percent discretionary funds. The formula is set in the Georgia Code. Any change would require action by the General Assembly.

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What is Georgia DOT’s project delivery process? Georgia DOT has reviewed its staffing and resources for TIA project delivery and has determined that the TIA program will be outsourced. GDOT will establish a small TIA Office to manage the consultant TIA program. The Department will procure a consultant program administrator and manager(s) based on the number of Regions that pass the referendum. We are carefully considering how to implement processes and procedures that will result in on-time and on-budget delivery with complete transparency of the Transportation Referendum program. Are the funds to hire consultants for project and program management coming out of the tax dollars? Project and Program management are eligible costs for reimbursement from TIA funds. Where will the Regional Program Managers be located? This is being considered as part of the procurement process but we anticipate that program managers would have a regional presence. Are projects going to get deleted in my area if there are project overuns? No, the law is very clear. The Department must build the projects on the voter-approved list. Revenue estimates were done by state economists and the project list was done keeping in mind the projected revenue stream. Projects will be designed to budget much like vertical building construction. Is there a built-in contingency? As part of project controls, contingencies will have to be accounted for in the project budget. What is the process of receiving and distributing the dollars? The TIA program will be handled as a “pay as you go process” by GDOT. GDOT, GRTA, Department of Revenue, and GSFIC are developing agreements on reimbursements. What is the Construction & Engineering Inspection (CEI) process for TIA projects? The Department is developing the CEI process for Transportation Referendum projects. We anticipate that our program management process will include oversight and management of CEI. Who will inspect the State Routes that are 100-percent TIA funded? The program manager will be responsible for project delivery. Concurrence and acceptance from the Georgia DOT District may be required. Who will review Transit specifications for the regions? GRTA will implement transit projects for metro Atlanta. For regions outside metro Atlanta, Georgia DOT will handle transit projects through the program manager for each region. What process will be used to determine order of projects being delivered? Generally, projects have a schedule approved by the regional roundtable in three bands (years 1-3, years 4-7 and years 8-10). This guides how projects are delivered. Projects will also be scheduled based on their “readiness” and funding availability. What happens to projects that are started, but exceed the 10 year horizon of the bill’s funding (i.e. project let in the ninth year, but doesn’t finish until after the 10th year)? Funding will be identified for all projects on the final investment lists. Construction may extend beyond the 10 year horizon. Proceeds to be spent will be collected up to the last day of the 10 year period or until the established revenues are obtained, whichever comes first.

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Crossroads Church to host July 28 back-to-school bash Crossroads Church of Jackson County envisions a gathering place where God can unveil what He has in store for the community. According to Pastor Rod Zwenke, the church recently closed on acreage on Highway 124 less than a mile from Highway 11 which will provide a place where people can go and connect and have a good time. On Saturday starting at 4 p.m., Crossroad Church of

Jackson County will host a celebration on its new property at 828 Highway 124. The fun will include face painting, tattoos, inflatables and games along with live music. The event will be capped off with a family movie night with the huge screen set up outdoors. The community is invited to attend the day of fun. The 95 acres of property has been bank-owned for more than two years and the

church was able to acquire the land which Zwenke describes as beautiful. “We want to see what God has in store for us,” said Zwenke. “It’s been a great faith journey to watch God provide the way He has.” Zwenke said the property will be a gathering place where so much can happen to connect people to God’s word. The future could include a coffee house, recreational opportunities with a

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Highway 211 widening project would improve access to the new hospital Kit Dunlap, president and CEO of the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce, said travel between regions is inevitable, so support for the sales tax should cross regional lines. “We have people going to Gwinnett County to work, and we have people living in Gwinnett coming up here to work,” she said. The Transportation Investment Act of 2010, which paved the way for the July 31 vote, set up transportation regions according to 12 regional commissions already established in the state. Under the law, each region individually approves or rejects the sales tax. Perhaps no area project spotlights the interlocking of regions more than Ga. 211 in Braselton. Hall is proposing to use sales tax money to widen Ga. 211 from Ga. 53/Winder Highway to the new Ga. 347/Friendship Road at Bayberry Drive. The project, expanding the road to four lanes from two, would cost about $40 million — more when adjusted for inflation — and would be completed by 2022, or at the end of the 10-year tax. The Northeast Georgia region calls for continuing the widening of the road from two

lanes to four lanes between Ga. 347 and I-85. The project, which would run by Chateau Elan resort, also calls for the construction of roundabouts at the proposed Braselton Parkway Extension near I-85 and at the interstate interchange. The new road would be completed by 2019. Scott Snedecor, a Ga. 211 businessman and chairman of the Braselton Community Improvement District’s board of directors, said he believes the area “offers tremendous growth potential.” “And transportation improvements are important to that growth,” he said. Hall officials have touted the Ga. 211 improvements as key to a burgeoning road network in the area, particularly with the development of the Northeast Georgia Health System’s River Place campus. River Place will feature a 100-bed hospital and two medical buildings. River Place is off Ga. 211 and the new Ga. 347. Hospital construction is scheduled to finish in the spring of 2014, and its opening is expected in the spring of 2015, officials have said. The Ga. 347 project, which recently won

park kind of atmosphere to enjoy. “We want to build a community,” said Zwenke, who suggests a retreat center or campgrounds, and perhaps ballfields in cooperation with the the parks and rec departments. The property has great vis-

approval by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division so that the contract could be awarded, would run as a four-lane and sixlane road between Ga. 211 and Interstate 985. The stretch in front of the new hospital will be built first, officials have said. “It’s exciting to know that we have to tear some things down and remove a few trees to prepare for the road,” said Anthony Williamson, health system vice president, in a May interview. “We’ve been working closely with the DOT throughout the life of this project.” Chad Bolton, the health system’s director of planning, said that Ga. 211 specifically “will help improve access to hospital emergency services. “We estimate approximately 10,000 ER visits in the first year after opening, with that number expected to more than double in the first five years,” he said. The new Ga. 347 also would cross Spout Springs Road, which is planned for a widening to four lanes and is included in Hall’s project list for the sales tax. The Ga. 211 project almost didn’t make Hall’s list. Officials added it at the last minute, after pulling the widening of Browns Bridge Road from McEver Road to Forsyth County. “Ga. 211 would connect two new four-lane (roads) and the new hospital, (and) that will be a model for transportation planning,” Tom Oliver, chairman of the Hall County Board of Commissioners, said at the time in justifying the move. Oliver, along with Ruth Bruner, Gainesville’s mayor at the time, served on the Geor-

American Red Cross says need for blood donations still critical With extreme heat keeping some donors at home and severe storms forcing the cancellation of dozens of blood drives earlier in the month, the American Red Cross continues to have an emergency need for donors of all blood types. If at least two additional donors give at each blood drive through the end of July – above what the American Red Cross already expects to collect - the blood supply would be sufficient to meet patient needs. Red Cross blood donations are at the lowest they have been in 15 years. Public support from the organization’s late-June appeal helped temporarily stop a decline in the blood supply. However, the mid-week Independence Day and extreme summer weather have contributed to a decrease in donations lately. “We cannot thank enough the blood donors who have already rolled up a sleeve this summer,” said Randy Edwards, CEO of the Southern Blood Services Region. “We appreciate the support from donors in our region. We’re encouraging all eli-

gible donors who didn’t have a chance to give yet to step up and help patients by making an appointment, as well as those who gave earlier in the spring and are now again eligible.” Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. As the nation’s single largest supplier of blood and blood products, the Red Cross is dedicated to ensuring that every patient who needs a lifesaving transfusion is able to receive one. In fact, the Red Cross must collect more than 17,000 pints of blood each day to meet the needs of patients at more than 3,000 hospitals and transfusion centers across the country.

parental permission in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements. About the American Red Cross The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to vic-

ibility and allows the church to stay near Jefferson. Zwenke said the location will serve as the hub of the ministry. “We’ll plant churches from here,” he said. Reaching into the community is the mission, and the bash is the first outreach at the new site.

tims of disasters; supplies more than 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-forprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or join the blog at http://blog. redcross.org.

“This is what it’s all about,” said Zwenke. “We believe the church is supposed to make a radical difference in the community and now we’ll have a homebase.” He said the church will be able to use the property multiple ways during the week to further impact people’s lives.

gia Mountains Transportation Roundtable, which set the projects list last summer for the July 31 vote. The sales tax has had plenty of detractors, with many saying it will hurt those with fixed incomes and that the still-feeble economy can’t absorb what is being called the “largest tax increase in Georgia history.” Bruce Hallowell, a Clarkesville resident who lived in Hall for many years, has said he believes — as many opponents do — that the tax would violate home rule of cities and counties. “There are several attorneys contending this is unconstitutional and will file suit on this issue,” he said. If the sales tax doesn’t pass in either the Georgia Mountains or Northeast Georgia regions, “the timeline for widening Ga. 211 ... is 2030 or longer,” said Teri Pope, spokeswoman for the DOT’s District 1, which includes Hall. She did say that, regardless, Halverson Development, a major land owner off Ga. 211, “wants to widen 211 to the side they own, so they would donate the property and pay construction costs.” “That section is the only part of the widening of the corridor that could occur if (the sales tax) does not pass,” Pope said. See more on the Transportation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax on Page 11A. Also see the Transportation Referendum webpage at http://www.dot.ga.gov/localgovernment/FundingPrograms for answers to other questions about the measure.

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Furlough day on Friday for Jackson County employees; early voting still on Jackson County Government will observe a furlough day on Friday, July 27. Early voting will be available Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the auditorium of the Jackson County Admininstration Building located at 67 Athens St., in Jefferson, as well as at the two satellite early voting sites – Parks & Recreation Building at 204 Carson St., in Commerce, or at the Police Court Building located at 5040 Highway 53, in Braselton. County governmental offices will reopen on Monday, July 30. Furlough days for the last three months of 2012 have been rescinded.

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System is ‘most wired’

Scott Rogers Regional staff

Northeast Georgia Medical Center nurse Pam Weast checks in on Courtney Bagwell and her newborn son Callen Chavez in their room inside the Women’s and Children’s Pavilion on Tuesday afternoon.

Putting would-be waste to use

Hospital tops tri-state cord blood collectors By SAVANNAH KING Regional staff Callen Chavez wasn’t even 1 day old yet when he started helping other people. Before Callen was born Tuesday morning, a nurse asked his mother, Courtney Bagwell, if she wanted to donate his cord blood to LifeCord, a public cord blood bank. Bagwell said she’d recently learned about the process and uses of cord blood banking in a biology class at Gainesville State College where she is studying to become a nurse. She said she heard about a boy with leukemia who was successfully treated with a cord blood transfusion. “That’s sad to think about. My first son is 2« and I just think what would I do if he had leukemia and someone could help just by donating cord blood that isn’t going to be used otherwise. It just makes sense,” Bagwell said. July is National Cord Blood Awareness month and more mothers are donating their cord blood to public blood banks. “It just feels good to know that you could save someone else’s kid’s life possibly. That’s the main reason why we decided to do it,” Bagwell said. Amy Lambert, LifeCord Cellular Therapy Manager, said the blood cells from the umbilical cord are useful because they are so young. The cells haven’t replicated very many times, which means they are more likely to match a patient who needs a treatment such as a bone marrow transplant. With a traditional marrow transplant, the donor and recipient have to be a near-perfect match to prevent the patient’s body from rejecting the new cells. Lambert said cord blood acts as a seed that helps to grow new, healthy marrow. Unless the mother signs a form granting permission for her child’s cord blood to be donated, the umbilical cord is considered medical waste. Of the eight hospitals in Florida, Georgia and Alabama that donate to LifeCord, Northeast Georgia Medical Center is the top collector, Lambert said. While collecting the blood may be extra

work in the delivery room, Sara Dyer, director of Women and Children’s Services at Northeast Georgia Medical Center, said the nurses are passionate about it. “I think they see it as a potential for something that is normally just medical waste, they feel like is a chance to help somebody. It may not be anyone they ever know or hear about. Nurses are passionate by nature and they want to help and this is just something they can do,” Dyer said. Lambert said the ethnic and racially diverse population that delivers at the hospital is a tremendous help to demographics that can be more difficult to match, such as Hispanics and African Americans. Donating cord blood is free, quick and painless. After the umbilical cord has been cut, a nurse will take it and carefully drain the blood into a bag. That bag will then be tested, typed and labeled before it is sent to LifeCord’s blood bank. Lambert said once the blood is frozen to -195 degrees Celsius, it can be kept indefinitely. She said they have some units of blood from 1998 when they first began accepting donations. “If you donated today, 15 years from now that may impact a person’s life,” Lambert said. Once a match has been made the blood can be sent to the patient in a day or two and it will be ready to use. There are currently about 80 different diseases that can be treated with cord blood; leukemia and lymphoma are the most common illnesses. Lambert said researchers are investigating its potential in treating diseases such as sickle cell anemia and Type 1 diabetes. While other forms of stem cell research can cause controversy, there is little religious or ethical controversy over researching cord blood cells. Dyer said this can be a draw for some mothers. “The potential is unbelievable. I mean it’s medical waste otherwise that maybe can help somebody, maybe not now but maybe in the future,” Dyer said.

Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) has been recognized as one of the Most Wired Hospitals and Health Systems of 2012, according to the results of the 2012 Most Wired Survey released in the July issue of Hospitals & Health Networks magazine. The survey was conducted in cooperation with McKesson Corporation, the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives, and the American Hospital Association (AHA). The nation’s Most Wired hospitals and health systems are leveraging the adoption and use of health information technology (IT) to improve performance in a number of areas, according to Health Care’s Most Wired 2012 Survey. As a field, hospitals and health systems are focused on expanding and adopting IT that protects patient data and optimizes patient flow and communications. “Northeast Georgia Health System is very proud to be recognized as one of the Most Wired health systems in the U.S.,” says Carol Burrell, president and CEO of NGHS. “We have made significant investments in our information technology infrastructure with the key goals of improving patient care, safety and satisfaction. We are honored that this investment has been recognized on a national level.” Health Care’s Most Wired Survey, conducted between Jan. 15 and March 15, asked hospitals and health systems nationwide to answer questions regarding their IT initiatives. Respondents completed 662 surveys, representing 1,570 hospitals, or roughly 27 percent of all U.S. hospitals. Of those, 154 met the criteria to be named Most Wired; NGHS is one of five in Georgia to make the list. Among the key findings of this year’s Most Wired survey: • 93 percent of Most Wired hospitals employ intrusion detection systems to protect patient privacy and security of patient data, in comparison to 77 percent of the total responders.

• 74 percent of Most Wired hospitals and 57 percent of all surveyed hospitals use automated patient flow systems. • 90 percent of Most Wired hospitals and 73 percent of all surveyed use performance improvement scorecards to help reduce inefficiencies. • 100 percent of Most Wired hospitals check drug interactions and drug allergies when medications are ordered as a major step in reducing medication errors. “NGHS is leveraging healthcare information technology to enhance patient safety in our Quest for Excellence to deliver the highest quality of care for our community in the most efficient way,” adds Allana Cummings, NGHS’ Chief Information Officer. The recognition of NGHS as a leader in healthcare information technology continues to grow. The organization is participating in two of only 107 Health Care Innovation Award grants given by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) as part of the Affordable Care Act. One is a $10.7 million grant NGHS applied for in partnership with Emory University and other Atlanta area hospitals which will build a collaborative network to support intensive care units in North Georgia. The other is a $20.75 million grant NGHS is participating in with along with 15 other community hospitals, VHA, TrasforMED and Phytel, Inc. This multi-community partnership project will expand the concept of the PatientCentered Medical Home (PCMH) to the Patient-Centered Medical Neighborhood and connect acute-care hospitals with primary care, specialty and subspecialty practices to drive better quality and superior patient experience at a more affordable cost. “We are very fortunate to be a part of two of the 107 Health Care Innovation Awards granted,” says Burrell. “I am told we are in a class of only a few across the country. This speaks highly of Northeast Georgia Health System’s reputation, our investment in information technology and our ability to attract collaborative partnerships.”

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CHURCH NEWS The Church of Hoschton, located at 3849 Highway 53 in the West Jackson Shopping Center in Hoschton, would like to invite you to worship. Sunday services begin with Bible study at 9:30 a.m. with morning worship at 10:30 a.m. and Sunday evening worship at 6. There is children’s church and a nursery for children 7 years of age and under every Sunday morning. Wednesday night prayer meeting begins at 7 with Bible study at 7:30 p.m. On Sunday evening, July 29, a special time of singing and testimony is planned. Make plans to worship, share and see what God has been up to. The pastor, the Rev. Cory Sexton, can be reached at 678-234-9408. sss Union Baptist Church of Flowery Branch would like to invite you to celebrate Homecoming on July 29. The gospel group “Chozen” will be performing during the Homecoming service. Service will begin at 10:30 a.m. followed by dinner on the grounds. Union Baptist Church is located at 5115 Union Church Road in Flowery Branch. sss Revival at Center Union Baptist Church on Ednaville Road in Braselton will begin July 29 starting at 6 p.m. Service on Monday, July 30, begins at 7:30 p.m. Please come out and join us in worshiping the Lord. sss Mulberry Baptist Church will be hosting revival beginning at 6 p.m. on July 29. Services on July 30 and 31 and Aug. 1-3 will be at 7:30 p.m. The Rev. Arthur Sutherland will be the guest preacher. Mulberry Baptist Church is located at 5970 Thompson Mill Road in Hoschton. The Rev. Ollie V. Hayes is the pastor. sss Singing featuring The Mitchells and The Willing Vessels will be held at Center Union Baptist Church on Ednaville Road in Braselton See CHURCH NEWS, page 6A

Anxiety: Seek manageable levels I sat beside a child on can cause nervousness in an airplane. His mother the stomach, stiffness of the was seated on the other neck or a lack of energy. Acside of him in an aisle tually, anxiety can manifest seat. The plane was taxiitself physically in over 100 ing on the runway and different ways. http://www. the child started to act a anxietycentre.com/anxietybit anxious. “Is this your Dr. Michael Helms symptoms.shtml first plane ride?” I asked The body acts this way as The Pastor’s Pen him. “No,” he said, “but it a way to help protect us from makes my ears hurt and danger. We are alerted to I don’t like the landings.” things that threaten us or to He was anxious because he’d flown things we perceive to be a threat to us before. He had experienced some un- or to those we love. This threat can be pleasant things on previous flights and physical, emotional, financial or just he was anticipating those same feelings, some general threat to our extended so he was fidgety and unable to relax in self. It’s a defense mechanism we were his seat. made with. “I like to chew a piece of gum when Anxiety in our body acts a bit like a presmy ears pop,” I said. “Do you have some sure gauge does for an engine. There’s gum?” always pressure indicated on the gauge “I might have some gum,” his mom when the engine is running. Pressure in said. She dug around in her purse and an engine is normal and expected. Presfound her son a piece of Juicy Fruit. It sure is actually good for the engine. The became just the thing to help divert her engine was made for pressure. However, son’s attention. Soon he was goose neck- too much pressure on the machine can ing across my seat and looking out the cause the engine block to crack. Watchwindow at the earth as it became smaller ing the gauge is the key. Knowing when and smaller. He became less anxious and there is too much pressure on the engine more excited about the flight. and how to relieve it will keep the engine This child’s scenario is sometimes from breaking down. played out in our lives, too, only the cirWe all deal with a certain amount cumstances are different. People are of anxiety. It’s part of life. We get into strapped in, ready to take off into their trouble when we ignore the warning new day, but they are anxious as they signs that our body is sending us, telling get ready to face what the new day will us that too much pressure is mounting. bring. They are anticipating the pres- Then we look for a way to cope with the sure. A teacher can hear the sound of stress. Wouldn’t it be great if it were as an angry parent calling, upset about her easy as sticking a piece of Juicy Fruit in child’s grades. A mechanic can hear our mouths to divert our attention? an unsatisfied customer complaining The Apostle Paul told the church at about work that was done on his car. A Philippi: “Do not be anxious about anybusiness owner can see the end of the thing, but in everything, by prayer and month numbers and know they will not petition, with thanksgiving, present your be good enough again to meet expenses. requests to God” (Philippians 4:6). A divorcee anticipates having to see an Paul makes it sound easy — just say ex-spouse for a brief moment to pick up a prayer and it makes everything bether child, but it’s enough to make anxiety ter, like popping a piece of gum in your levels rise. A dad will try to communicate mouth. No, that’s not what Paul means. with his teenage son who hibernates in It’s more about developing a relationship his room and refuses to interact with the of trust with God, that no matter what family. happens, God is with you and will not Even before the day takes off, just leave you. It wasn’t the gum that calmed the thought of what the day might bring the boy as much as it was his mother’s as-

surance and his trust in his mother. She was with him and her presence made the difference for the boy. Many times, when we are dealing with anxiety, we multiply the problem by handling our anxiety in unhealthy ways. People will fantasize in Internet chat rooms, abuse drugs or alcohol, have emotional outbursts, and become emotionally or physically involved with another person. Anxiety generally takes time to build. A teakettle on a stove doesn’t whistle in the first 30 seconds. It takes a while before there’s enough pressure being forced through the pot to make a sound. The sound of the kettle is a good thing. It announces that pressure is being released. Without pressure being released, there could be an explosion. To avoid explosions, one of the most important release valves for anxiety is to find a good listener. If the person knows the value of prayer, he or she is extremely valuable. Sometimes, it’s beneficial to pay someone who is trained with good listening skills and counseling skills to help us through a rough stretch of anxiety in our lives. Even though Paul said, “Do not be anxious,” there will be times in our lives where the pressures of life have built up and are causing us great anxiety. If those times didn’t come, Paul would not have had to write instructions about what to do. None of us need to make matters worse by making poor choices when we are under a lot of stress. God is waiting for us to acknowledge that we want and need His help. So, next time the day is lifting off but you aren’t so sure you are ready for the ride, take some time, even as the day moves along, to pray. Tell God exactly what’s troubling you. Find something to be thankful for in the midst of your troubles. Allow God to pilot you through the day. If the issues are overwhelming, find a trusted friend to help you share the load. Dr. Michael Helms is Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church of Jefferson. Reach him at michael@fbcjefferson.org

obituaries Kyle Leonard Baber

Died July 17, 2012 Bishop Kyle Leonard Baber, 71, of Winder, died Tuesday, July 17, 2012. Born in Banner, Va., he was a son of the late George F. Baber Sr., and Eva M. Hobbs Baber. He was pastor for Winder Church of God and a member of the singing ministry. Survivors include his wife, Bonnie Baber; sons, Kyle (Melanie) Baber Jr., of Comer, John (Vanessa) Baber of Savannah and Ricky Baber of Winder; five grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; brothers, Mike Baber of Coeburn, Va., George Baber Jr., of Kimball, Neb., Jesse Baber of Cheyenne, Wyo., and Joseph “Buddy” Baber of Lakeland, Fla.; and sisters, Nancy Mummert of East Berlin, Pa., Shelby Winebarger of Winder and Naomi Ruth Pebbles of Ash, N.C. Funeral services were held Thursday, July 19, 2012, in Smith Memory Chapel with Pastor Kyle Baber Jr., officiating. Interment was in Barrow Memorial Gardens. Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, July 26, 2012

Bruce Fore

Died July 21, 2012 Darryl Bruce Fore, 68, of Winder, died Saturday, July 21, 2012. Bruce loved working with the children at Easter Seal Head Start, his family, his friends, his dog Raschal, the South Carolina Gamecocks and trips with his buddies at Okefenokee Swamp. Survivors are his wife of 34 years, Edna Fore; sons, Darryl B. Fore Jr., and wife Kathy of Timmonsville, S.C., and Michael P. Fore and wife Carey of Grayson; daughter, Michelle Riecke of Lawrenceville; brothers, Warren K. Fore and wife Sharon of Seymour, Tenn., Terry Fore and wife Cy of Orlando, Fla., and Victor P. Fore of Seymour, Tenn.; grandchildren, Nolan Fore, Nicholas Fore, Michael Dagenhart, Megan Dagenhart and Christina Riecke. Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at Lawson Funeral Home. The Rev. Mike Bruce officiated. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Diabetes Association. Lawson Funeral Home, Hoschton The Paper, July 26, 2012

Eva T. Franklin

Died July 18, 2012 Eva T. Franklin, 84, of Auburn, died Wednesday, July 18, 2012.

Born in Pinehurst, she was a daughter of the late Allen and Brightie Burgess Lockerman. She was a member of Hebron Baptist Church and was retired from Kroger. Survivors include her daughters, Debbie McDaniel of Winder, Tena McDaniel and Susan Clarke, both of Auburn, and Donna Smith of Oxford; 13 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; and brother, Thurman Lockerman of Winterville. Funeral services were held Saturday, July 21, 2012, at Hebron Baptist Church with the Revs. Mike Taylor and Duke Forester officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery. Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, July 26, 2012

Hugh Alan Morris

Died July 20, 2012 Hugh Alan Morris, 56, of Auburn, died Friday, July 20, 2012. Born in Augusta, he was a technician who worked in facility service for Publix. He was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include his mother, Dorothy Morris of Canton; wife, Sheila Morris; son, Jason Alan Morris and wife Sarah of Auburn; stepson, Richard Garrett and wife Casey of Hiawassee; daughter, Jennifer Heller and husband Joe of Loganville; stepdaughter, Shawnda Hinchliffe and husband Gary of Winder; grandchildren, Logan, Parker, Rylee and Sarah; sisters, Elaine Wright of Canton and Darlene Brice of Tucker; and brother, Jeff Morris of Gainesville. Funeral services were held Tuesday, July 24, 2012, in Smith Memory Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Liver Foundation. Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, July 26, 2012

Ellen Louise Perry

Died July 21, 2012 Ellen Louise Perry, 100, of Winder, died Saturday, July 21, 2012. Born in Jefferson, she was a homemaker. She attended Winder First United Methodist Church. She was pre-

ceded in death by her parents, Thomas Purdy Davis and Zipporah Hayes Davis; husband, Mack Perry; sons, Jack Perry and Mack Perry Jr.; daughter, Joyce Miller; brothers, Malvin, Hayes, Ed, George, John and Jim Davis; and sisters, Ruth Connell, Mary Lou McDonald, Eva Merle Snyder and Beth Wages. Survivors include her daughters, Marie Perry Wall and husband Henry of Scottsdale, Ariz., and Beth Jackson of Jefferson; 18 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; 16 great-great-grandchildren; and sisters, Vera Pace of Winder and Pansy Alexander of Jefferson. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, July 24, 2012, in Smith Memory Chapel. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Winder First United Methodist Church or a charity of your choice. Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, July 26, 2012

Born in New York City, N.Y., she was a daughter of the late Charles and Hattie Ross. She was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, Ken Robarts; children, John and Leslie Brieck of Johns Creek and Patty Beck of Commerce; stepdaughter, Donna Robarts of Lady Lake, Fla.; grandchildren, Jennifer Bare, Jodi Wright, Todd Brieck, Christine Illescas, Meghan Brieck and Zachary Brieck; and greatgrandchildren, Ansley and Austin Bare. A private memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 28, 2012, in the chapel of Evans Funeral Home with her son John Brieck speaking. In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to the Odyssey Hospice, 855 Gaines School Road, Athens, GA 30605. Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson The Paper, July 26, 2012

Barbara Price

Died July 22, 2012 Bessie Roberts, 83, of Braselton, died Sunday, July 22, 2012. Born in Hall County, she was a daughter of the late Ben and Ida Hamilton Parker. She retired from Fawn Togs in Braselton and

Died July 19, 2012 Barbara Price, 71, of Cleveland, died Thursday, July 19, 2012. Born in Madison County, she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Cordelia Human Carter. She was also preceded in death by a son, Freddy Pierce. She was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, Royce Pierce; sons, Ed Meadow, Allen (Robin) Pierce and David Pierce, all of Winder, and Arthur Meadow of Cleveland; daughter, Barbie Pierce (Milton) Eisenberg of Watkinsville; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brother, John Carter of Pell City, Ala.; and sister, Carolyn Pritchett of Bishop. Funeral services were held Sunday, July 22, 2012, in Smith Memory Chapel. Interment was in Barrow Memorial Gardens. Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, July 26, 2012

Mary Ross Robarts

Died July 23, 2012 Mary Ross Robarts, 85, of Carnesville, died Monday, July 23, 2012.

Bessie Roberts

after retirement was a care giver. She was a devoted and loving daughter, mother, grandmother and had a great love for gardening and caring for others; she always opened her home to anyone in need. Mrs. Roberts was of the Holiness faith. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Ralph Brown and Frank Roberts. Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 25, 2012, at Wards Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Palmour Loggins officiating. Interment followed in the Murrayville Congregational Holiness Church Cemetery. Donations can be made to New Horizons North Activities Department, 3500 Beverly Road, Gainesville, GA 30501. Survivors include son and daughter-in-law, Benny Ralph and Sandra Brown of Braselton; daughters and sons-in-law, Mary and Tony Evans of Flowery Branch, Jean and Jerry Banks of Hoschton, Becky and David Edge of Braselton and Renee and Alden Scott of Hoschton; stepchildren, Jack and Mary Ann Roberts of Fayetteville, and James and Montine Roberts, Hugh and Linda Roberts, Margie and Tommy Snow and Susie and Donald Nix, all of Gainesville; sister,

Dorothy Guyton of Gainesville; 12 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; 15 step-grandchildren; and a number of step-great-grandchildren. Ward’s Funeral Home, Gainesville The Paper, July 26, 2012

Fred Ulery

Died July 19, 2012 Fred Eugene Ulery, Jr., 87, of Buford, died Thursday, July 19, 2012. Fred loved to golf and to garden. He was a member of Buford First United Methodist Church. Survivors are his wife of 44 years, Elizabeth Green Ulery; son, Bob Baker (Jan) of Braselton; sisters, Lillian Sloan of Monroeville, Pa., and Dorothy Randolf (Clarence) of Monroeville, Pa.; grandchildren, Lisa Richmond and Ginger Greene; and four great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held Wednesday, July 25, 2012, at Buford First United Methodist Church with Pastor Sondra R. Jones officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Buford First United Methodist Church, 285 East Main St., Buford, GA 30518. Lawson Funeral Home, Hoschton The Paper, July 26, 2012

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CHURCH NEWS from page 4A at 6 p.m. on July 28. For more information, contact Calvin Gooch at 706-654-3674. sss The Rock of Habersham, located at 350 Ansley Road in Demorest, is hosting a free concert Untitled, starting at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, July 27. The concert will feature Christian rock band Beyond the Surface, contemporary artist Michael Henderson and the new sounds of Hope Restored. Call Nicole Frady at 706-499-7923. sss Corner-Stone Church Preschool, located at 6933 Highway 11 in Jefferson, will host an open house from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 7. Get more information by visiting www.cornerstone.org/preschool sss Mulberry Baptist Church is hosting a singing at 6 p.m. on Aug. 12 featuring Frankie Wilson as guest singer. Call Doug at 770-534-0023. Mulberry Baptist Church is located at 5970 Thompson Mill Road in Hoschton. The Rev. Ollie V. Hayes is the pastor. sss Auburn First Baptist will host its fifth Sunday night singing at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 29, followed by a sandwich/ snack supper in the fellowship hall. Sunday services begin with Sunday school at 9:30 a.m.; worship service at 10:45; choir practice at 4:30 p.m. and evening Service at 6. English as a Second Language is also at 6. Auburn First Baptist Church is at 1385 Sixth Ave., in Auburn. Contact Pastor Chris Parkin at 770-962-1807 or visit www.auburnfirstbaptist. com sss Bethlehem First UMC will celebrate homecoming on Sunday, Aug. 5. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Jim Taylor. Bethlehem First United Methodist Church hosts four worship services weekly. A communion service is held at 8:30 a.m. in the church chapel, followed by contemporary celebration at 9:30 in the fellowship hall, with a traditional service at 11 a.m. in the main sanctuary. The church has a second service at 11 a.m. on Sunday mornings in the Worship Center. This service is called The Edge. Sunday school classes are available for all age groups beginning at 9:30 and 11 a.m. The church is at 709 Christmas Ave., in Bethlehem. Contact the Rev. Parker Benson at 770-867-3727 or visit www.bigwhitechurch.com sss Calvary BaptistStatham’s JOY Club (Just Older Youth) will be having a watermelon cutting at 2 p.m. on Friday, July 27, in the fellowship hall. Saturday, July 28, is the Men’s Fellowship breakfast at 8:30 a.m. in the fellowship Hall. All men are invited. The First Friday Night Singing on Aug. 3 will feature Threads of Hope, Jonathan and April Swanger and The Calvary Baptist Choir will also be singing. A love offering will be taken at end of program. The concert starts at 7 p.m. Calvary Baptist is at 1975 Highway 82 in Statham. Dr. Ronnie Healan can be reached at 770725- 5164 or visit www. calvary baptiststatham. org. sss

East Side Baptist Church will celebrate its 98th homecoming on Aug. 5 with lunch following the service. The Homeland Boys will be singing at the service and everyone is invited to the celebration. The church is collecting school supplies for the children of the congregation. A collection box is in the back of the church. The church is on Bert Day Road and Ga. Highway 8 next to Smith Funeral Home. Contact the Rev. Darrell Gilmer at 770-867-5774. sss Faiths Arms Reaching Ministries (FAR), part of Faith Baptist Church, will be hosting a motorcycle ride on Saturday July 28 for family, friends, loved ones and ones who are battling cancer within our community. The first Cancer Survivor’s 80-mile bike ride will start at Holly Hill Mall and end at the YMCA. There will be a 50/50 raffle as well as door prizes, a hamburger lunch and music. The cost to enter is $20 and you can pre-register at www.giveforward.com/ farfaithsarmsreaching This benefit will help support the families throughout this difficult time, and all money raised will go to help with medical and daily expenses. E-mail jcrowe263@ windstream.net for more information or call 678227-2314. The church is at 116 Sarah St., in Winder. The pastor is Matthew Calvert. Visit www.yourfaithbc.com or email info@yourfaithbc. com or pastormatt@ yourfaithbc.com sss Winder First United Methodist Church will host a churchwide back to Sunday School pancake breakfast and promotion Sunday on Aug. 5 in the Fellowship Hall with serving lines opening at 9:30. Wednesday night suppers begin on Aug. 15 with serving lines opening at 5:45. Sunday services are at 8:45 a.m. for early worship, 10 a.m. Sunday school and 10:55 a.m. worship service. A Contemporary Worship service is at 11 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall each Sunday. The church is at 280 N. Broad St., in Winder. Visit www.winderfumc. com or contact the Rev. Terry L. Tippens at 770867-4594. sss The annual Fall Children’s Consignment sale at Winder First United Methodist Church is set for Saturday, Aug. 18, from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. A community yard sale will be held on the front lawn that day as well with funds going toward Faith Fest. sss The Barrow County Habitat for Humanity is seeking volunteers for its 14th home being built in the Lochwolde subdivision. Habitat needs carpenters, plumbers, painters, dry wall workers,

electricians or anyone willing to help. Workdays are on Wednesdays and Saturdays starting at 9 a.m. The address of the house is 921 Lochwolde Lane off Highway 81 in Bethlehem. The Habitat sign marks the spot.Visit www.barrowhabitat.org or call 770-277-7997. sss A women’s conference, “Taking Women to the Next Level,” is planned for Thursday, July 26, at 7:30 p.m., Friday, July 27, at 7:30 and Sunday, July 29, at 10 a.m. Sunday morning prayer is held at 8:45 a.m. with worship services at 10. Prayer is every Monday at 7 p.m. and Bible study is held every Wednesday at 7. The church is at 247 Highway 211 in Winder. The pastors are Walter and Ashanda Cleveland. Email Nxtlevelmin@ yahoo.com sss St. Matthew Women’s Club will host its first annual Craft Fair on Saturday, Sept. 29, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Hedges hall. Space is available starting at $15 a table. Come and enjoy a fun event with all kinds of interesting creations. Six Masses are held each weekend – Saturday Vigil in English is at 5 p.m. and in Spanish at 6:30. Sunday masses in English are at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. and a Spanish mass is held at 12:30 p.m. LifeTeen mass is offered at 6 p.m. Weekday mass is at noon on Monday; 7 p.m. on Wednesday; and at 9 a.m. on Thursday and Friday. Confessions are heard on Saturday at 4 p.m. or by appointment. Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration is held in the chapel 24/7. Numerous classes are available for preschool, Bible study and religious education as well as men’s and women’s groups and service organizations. All are welcome. St. Matthew is on Ga. Highway 8, three miles south of Winder. Visit www. saintmatthewcc.org or call 770- 867-4876. The Rev. Leo C. Holleran, M.S. is the pastor. sss Union Baptist Church will host a bone marrow drive on Sept. 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Be the Match is the organization in charge of it. Visit www.marrow.org Union Baptist Church has an 8:30 and 11 a.m. service on Sunday with Sunday School at 9:45. Evening worship is at 6. Union Baptist Church is at 527 Union Church Road in Winder. Call 770-867-7273 or visit www.winderubc.org sss Barrow County Christian Academy is a ministry of Whistleville Christian Church serving grades K-5-12 and is now enrolling students for the 2012-2013 school year. The church ministry is also a home school facilitator. If interested in home-schooling, call the church at 770-867-5746 or visit www.barrowcountychristianacademy.org. Accredited programs are offered for all students.

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Darrel Rewis says his military service will be an extension of pastoral calling ner-Stone. I’ve got to be willing to continue giving my life away. I’m honored and excited to be in the military…it fits me, but this is no small thing obviously. “My wife and I have considered it for years, but the time was not yet right,” Rewis added. “This was the biggest life decision we have made since committing to the starting of our new church.” Corner-Stone recently celebrated the start of its seventh year and, according to Rewis, the congregation has been nothing but supportive. “I went to our elders a year ago when we first began thinking seriously about this. We agreed that the example would be worth the potential sacrifice,” Rewis said. “I think our people are proud of this but I also believe they are motivated by it. They are seriously asking God what he might have in the works for their lives.” Rewis said that Corner-Stone, as a church family, has been asking a similar question of themselves: “How can we give our church away?” As a reservist, Rewis will still have plenty of time for his primary responsibilities as lead pastor at Corner-Stone Church, which is no small task for him and his wife, Kimberly, with all they have going there. “I’ll do my two days a month at Dobbins Air Force Base in Alpharetta,” Rewis explained. “And over the next couple years, I’ll complete all the officer and chaplain training required for the role.” In addition to his pastoral duties at the church, Rewis runs a free pancake breakfast at Beef O’ Brady’s in Jefferson every Saturday morning, 8-10 a.m. In 2010 and 2011, Corner-Stone served some 3,000 hot breakfasts to the community with this program. In 2012 the blessing continues, Rewis said. Free pancakes and fixings are given to anyone who wants or needs them. Beef O‘ Brady’s isn’t open for breakfast and you won’t see any employees cooking or serving – church members and community volunteers do it all. People who want to attend and also pay can drop a dollar in the “support the ministry” box. Meanwhile, Corner-Stone launched its Preschool program. Rewis’ wife is director of Corner-Stone Preschool, which has just completed its first year. Registrations are open for the 2012-2013 school year. Parents who are interested in touring the facilities can call for an appointment.

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Pastor Darrel Rewis sees what he will be doing with the military as an extension of his pastoral role at CornerStone Church, which he and his wife founded seven years ago. To help families get acquainted with the staff and facilities, Corner-Stone is holding a new student orientation on Thursday, Aug. 16, at 6 p.m. The first day of school for the new school year is Monday, Aug. 20. For questions, more information or to register a new student at Corner-Stone Preschool, contact Preschool Director Kimberly Rewis at 678-524-6986 or kimberly@ corner-stone.org. Corner-Stone Church is located on Highway 11 at the end of Gum Springs Road in Jefferson. Services begin at 10:30 a.m. each Sunday. Learn more about Corner-Stone Church and Preschool at www.corner-stone.org. Rewis can be reached by e-mail at darrel@ corner-stone.org.

I’ve got to be willing to continue giving my life away. I’m honored and excited to be in the military…it fits me, but this is no small thing obviously. Darrel Rewis

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Cool things happening at ReTail

Humane Society of Jackson County’s thrift store has expanded and a contest to name its new mascots is under way

JEFFERSON – The Humane Society of Jackson County’s ReTail Thrift Store has expanded. Still located at 96 College St., in Jefferson, the space next door at 94 College St., is now the new storefront adding 300 square feet of additional space. That side had been being used for storage of donated items. “Thanks to the generosity and patronage of Jackson County residents and visitors, we have outgrown the original space,” said Margaret Lang, president of HSJC. “This give us more space to offer priceless treasures to the public.” There are other cool things going on at ReTail to ease the warmth of summer. Starting Wednesday, July 25, Christmas in July kicked off offering a 20-percent discount on all cool holiday merchandise. And, as the teachers can

tell you, school will be starting soon. So, to support all of our teachers and students, ReTail is running bag sales specially for children – running through Aug. 1, a bag of children’s clothes is only $10. Be sure to stop by and get first pick. For children of all ages, a naming contest has been announced for the ReTail mascots. Inspired by the growth and the bright new storefront area, Store Manager Lisa Doster, an accomplished artist who does portraits of peoples’ pets, painted her favorite shoppers, a kitty and a dog busy filling their shopping cart at ReTail. HSJC board member Joe White said, “They need names.” And the contest was born. For a $5 donation, you can enter a name for each of the mascots gracing the wall of the extended store area. You can enter at the store,

or, on-line, go to the HSJC Facebook page at http:// www.facebook.com/pages/ ReTail/291286884239710 or visit www.hsjc.com and tell us what you think their names should be. Only one name per animal, per entry, please. Be sure to include contact information, name, address and contact telephone number, in your entry. You can enter as many times as you wish but it will require $5 each time. The contest ends Aug. 15. The entries will be judged by community leaders including police chiefs. HSJC will announce the mascots’ names at the Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce Business Expo on Aug. 30 at the Jefferson Civic Center. The winner will receive a $100 Visa gift card thanks to Cheryl Iski of Bulldog Brokers and an HSJC board member.

Established in 1998, the Humane Society of Jackson County was the vision of native Marjorie Butler, who worked with Bob and Sandy Wells to make her dream a reality. A low- and no-cost spay neuter program for low-income families was started in 2006, and in February of 2007, the group got its Department of Agriculture License and began rescuing and placing homeless animals. In 2008, volunteers launched a courtesy placement program to assist with animals who needed re-homing that the group could not accommodate, since it currently operates through an all-foster home network. In 2011, the organization launched its capital campaign to raise funds for the shelter and opened the ReTail Thrift Store, located in downtown Jefferson behind the Crawford W. Long Museum. HSJC is a 501(c)(3)

To celebrate the expansion of the HSJC ReTail store, Store Manager Lisa Doster painted her favorite shoppers on the wall behind the counter: a kitty and a dog. To name them and get the chance to win $100, enter the naming contest in person at the store or on-line at www.hsjc.com or on the HSJC ReTail Facebook page. nonprofit and donations are tax deductible. Community meetings are held the second Tuesday of the second month of each

quarter at locations around the county. Visit the web site at www.hsjc.com, call 706367-1111 or e-mail hsjc1111@ gmail.com.

Turtle Trek promises family fun, chances to win Time to get those turtles adopted! The seventh annual Tree House Turbo Turtle Trek is nearing so your chance to win prizes as the “adoptive parent” of one of the thousands of tiny green rubber turtles which will be released into Crow’s Lake on Aug. 11 depends on your support of The Tree House, the children’s advocacy center that serves Jackson, Barrow and Banks counties. Turtle Trek, along with the free kids’ festival, will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 11, at Crow’s Lake in Jefferson. The 10,000 rubber turtles that are up for adoption will be launched at at 1 p.m. and watching volunteers “herd” the turtles across the lake is a treat in itself. And of course, if you want to see an extra-larger version of those turtles, come and see the Turbo Turtle Trerk mascot, Snappy the turtle, who will be there, too. The first-place turtle will net a $2,000 cash prize for the lucky “adopter.”

This year’s kids’ festival promises to add even more fun to the back-to-school season. Best of all, the activities are free for families to enjoy spending some time together just days after children have returned to the classrooms across the region. According to Jill Carver, who is coordinating the kids’ festival fun, there will be inflatables and face painting. “Chick-fil-A will be there with their prize wheel and the Chick-filA cow, of course,” said Carver, who is still welcoming participation in the day of fun. “Force 911 is new this year, and will be bringing their three-wheel police Sentinel,: said Carver. The Tree House will be offering several activities such as the Snappy coloring booth, turtle masks and a kids’ wet & wild area, said Carver. “No-R- Birds sanctuary will be there with some very beautiful exotic birds, and Newell Orthodontics and Dr. Cooney will be doing crazy

hair and offering fun to be had at the corn hole beanbag toss game,” said Carver. More fun will be offered at the United States Army Reserve booth where you can try your skill at the football toss game and the rock climbing wall. Carver said the always-popular dunk tank is back. Food vendors and individuals/ groups to provide activities are being sought: Susan Shadix is coordinating the food vendors for the Turtle Trek happening and more vendors are welcome. “Papa John’s will be there with pizza,” said Shadix. “L Z Friendly Vietnam Vets Association will be serving hamburgers and hot dogs and Bush River is doing BBQ chicken plates.” Also planning to be on hand to provide some additional culinary choices will be the Knights of Columbus doing brats and sauerkraut.

“This year, the Tree House is having boiled peanuts, popcorn, snow cones, lemonade and cotton candy,” said Shadix. For food vendor information and applications, contact Susan Shadix at 706-614-0303 or sashadix@hotmailcom. For activity booth information and applications, contact Jill Carver at 706-367-1667 or jill.carver@cbtonline.com.

How to adopt Turtle adoptions, beginning with a single turtle adoption for $5, can be purchased at Community Bank & Trust, First American Bank & Trust, Verity Bank, Community & Southern Bank, Mountain Valley Community Bank, Newell Orthodontics, Akins, Stansell & Petree and Classic Hair Salon. Adopt online at www.raceaturtle.com. For more information on the Turbo Turtle Trek or The Tree

House call 770-868-1900 or visit www.thetreehouseinc.org.

What you could win Other top turtle prizes include and iPad 2, donated by The Tree House Board of Directors and the Turtle Trek Committee, for second; a Stone Mountain Family Getaway, donated by First American Bank & Trust, Winder, for the third-place turtle; and iPod Touch, donated by Strickland, Chesnutt, & Lindsay, for fourth; Johnny’s Pizza is giving a two-topping pizza, salads and soft drinks once a month for a year for fifth; Oil changes for two cars, donated by Stop & Ride Auto Service Center, Jefferson for sixth; a NOOK Color, donated by Wing Foot Farm for seventh; Lake Lanier Islands Water Park passes for eighth; a $100 gas card, donated by Janis and Jerry Mangum for ninth; and a $75 shopping spree, donated by Giftworks at the Joy Shoppe for 10th.

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BUSINESS NOTES Canvas Mixers of Braselton will host Aug. 9 grand opening Discover your inner Picasso at the new painting party studio that opened in Braselton. Canvas Mixers of Braselton is located at 5391 Hwy. 53, in Olde Towne of Braselton, Suite 105, next to La Hacienda. Owners Shelly Gephart and Karen Lorenz say the goal of their business is to “provide fun art instruction.” The brochure says to “just bring your enthusiasm, snacks and beverage of choice.” Artist-led, step-by-step group sessions enable non-artists to have their very own 16-inch-by-20-inch original acrylic painting in just three hours. Or, have a private party (minimum 10 guests) at the studio or your location. A grand opening is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 9, 4-7 p.m. For more information, call 770-296-2506, e-mail canvasmixers@yahoo.com or visit www.canvasmixers.com.

New physical therapy office is now open in Braselton Shawna Anderson, MPT, has opened her own private practice, Anderson Physical Therapy, in Braselton. Offering 15 years of experience, Anderson has served as director of rehabilitation for a 140-bed hospital in Orlando, Fla., and for a multi-site nursing home in Jacksonville, Fla. She has adult/geriatric clinical expertise, advanced training in manual therapy techniques and extensive experience with medically complex patients. Anderson Physical Therapy is located at 5775 Old Winder Hwy. in Braselton. For more information, call 678-866-4104 or visit www. AndersonPT.biz. She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association.

Jefferson Area Business Association holds July session The July meeting of the Jefferson Area Business Association featured a roundtable

“meet and greet” of sorts. Half of the attendees put their business card in the hat, while the other half drew the cards from the hat. Each of those pairs then got together and prepared two-minute introductions of each other. Two businesses announced upcoming one-year anniversaries. Ashworth & Levinge LLC, a bookkeeping firm, will celebrate its first year in business on Aug. 1, while Jefferson Junction, a yard sale/vendor booth venue in Jefferson, will mark its one-year on Aug. 4 with free tables and sales space for the day. Lunch was catered by Beef O’Brady’s. JABA member meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month. The enxt one will be held on Thursday, Aug. 16, at 11:45 a.m. at Community Bank & Trust in Jefferson. For more information, visit www.jaba-ga.org.

Chamber breakfast to feature Georgia Transmission The Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly business and membership breakfast on Wednesday, Aug. 1, at 7:30 a.m. at the Jackson EMC auditorium. The program is Georgia Transmission. The Chamber Breakfast features networking, fellowship, food and programs and costs $5 for members and $10 for non-members. For more information, call 706-387-0300 or visit www.jacksoncountyga.com.

Express Employment ribbon cutting slated for Aug. 2 An Aug. 2 ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled to celebrate the opening of Express Employment Professionals, which has opened at 6072 Hwy. 53, Suite J, in Braselton. Express Employment is a human resources solutions company that has a network of 560 employment agencies in the United States, Canada and South Africa. Each agency is locally owned and operated. For more information, call 706-684-0394 or visit http://braseltonga.expresspros.com.

Hoschton business group talks about leadership Thirteen members and three guests attended the July 17 regular meeting of the Hoschton Business Alliance. The topic was Leadership Learning, with a focus on being tenacious in your business, presented by HBA President Chris Hoffman. Attendees discussed and contributed ideas, culminating in these highlights: • Sometimes you just have to outlast the others. • Sometimes you just have to hold on to the end. • Sometimes the most beautiful results come from dull things under pressure. • With the basic principle of “don’t give up,” others mentioned to have fun and “look good” while sticking to it; being flexible and open to going in new directions in your business; and finding “out-of-the-box” ways to meet new customers. In other business, Hoffman read a thankyou card from the Hoschton Heritage Arts Council expressing appreciation for the HBA’s support of and cooperation with the Hoschton Heritage Arts Festival. The Treasury Report was presented by Treasurer Dee Lavender, who suggested the HBA begin considering support of Family Connection’s Holiday Connection. Last year the HBA donated $500 from its fund to support this Christmas charity and HBA members matched the donation with $500 in contributions. This will be discussed again at the next meeting and voted on, and a goal will be set. Members are encouraged

Chris Hoffman serves as president of the Hoschton Business Alliance. New members are being welcomed. to bring suggestions of other charities that they would like to be considered. Businesses interested in hosting an HBA meeting or providing breakfast for a meeting can contact HBA Secretary Sarina Roth at sarina@nevertherock.com or 678-8977792. Businesses that host a meeting receive five minutes to speak about their business. The next meeting will be held at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 21, in the Hoschton City Hall meeting room. For more information on HBA visit www. officialhba.com or the Facebook page at HBA Hoschton Business Alliance.

Community & Southern acquires 2 more banks The two branches of Georgia Trust Bank in Buford and three branches of First Cherokee State Bank in Woodstock reopened on Monday as branches of Community & Southern Bank. Georgia Trust Bank and First Cherokee State Bank were closed Friday by the Georgia Department of Banking and Finance, which appointed the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) as receiver. To protect the depositors, the FDIC entered into a purchase and assumption agreement with Community & Southern Bank, Atlanta, to assume all of the deposits of Georgia Trust Bank. Depositors of both closed financial institutions automatically became depositors of Community & Southern Bank. Deposits continue to be insured by the FDIC, so there is no need for customers to change their banking relationship in order to retain their deposit insurance coverage up to applicable limits. Customers of Georgia Trust Bank and First Cherokee State Bank should continue to use their existing branch until they receive notice from Community & Southern Bank that it has completed systems changes to allow other Community & Southern Bank branches to process their accounts as well. As of March 31, Georgia Trust Bank had approximately $119.8 million in total assets and $117.4 million

in total deposits. Community & Southern Bank will pay the FDIC a premium of 0.50 percent to assume all of the deposits of Georgia Trust Bank. In addition to assuming all of the deposits of the failed bank, Community & Southern Bank agreed to purchase approximately $111.5 million of the failed bank’s assets. The FDIC will retain the remaining assets for later disposition. The FDIC and Community & Southern Bank entered into a loss-share transaction on $65.9 million of Georgia Trust Bank’s assets. As of March 31, First Cherokee State Bank had approximately $222.7 million in total assets and $193.3 million in total deposits. Community & Southern Bank will pay the FDIC a premium of 0.50 percent to assume all of the deposits of First Cherokee State Bank. In addition to assuming all of the deposits of

the failed bank, Community & Southern Bank agreed to purchase essentially all of the failed bank’s assets. The FDIC and Community & Southern Bank entered into a loss-share transaction on $141.8 million of First Cherokee State Bank’s assets. Community & Southern Bank will share in the losses on the asset pools covered under the loss-share agreement. The loss-share transaction is projected to maximize returns on the assets covered by keeping them in the private sector. The transaction also is expected to minimize disruptions for loan customers. For more information on loss share, please visit: http://www. fdic.gov/bank/individual/ failed/lossshare/index. html. Interested parties also can visit the FDIC’s Web site athttp://www.fdic.gov/bank/ individual/failed/georgia-

trust.html. The FDIC estimates that the cost to the Deposit Insurance Fund (DIF) for the Georgia Trust Bank deal will be $20.9 million. Georgia Trust Bank is the 35th FDICinsured institution to fail in the nation this year, and the

seventh in Georgia. The FDIC estimates that the cost to the Deposit Insurance Fund (DIF) on the Cherokee State Bank transaction will be $36.9 million. First Cherokee State Bank is the 36th FDIC-insured institution to fail in the nation

this year, and the eighth in Georgia. Compared to other alternatives, Community & Southern Bank’s acquisition of both the Buford and Woodstock banks were the least costly resolution for the FDIC’s Deposit Insurance Fund.

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JCCHS Panthers eliminated in 7-on-7 By LATRICE WILLIAMS lwilliams@clickthepaper. com Jackson County Comprehensive High School proved they can compete with some of Georgia’s most elite high school football teams at the National Select 7-on-7 Tournament. The Georgia Invitational was hosted by Lassiter High School in Marietta. The bracket consisted of 24 teams filled with 30 Division 1-A prospects. In the end, it was Hoover High School that walked away with the title and a chance to win the National 7-on-7 Championship in Hoover, Ala., on July 26-28. Coach Benji Harrison and his staff trained his team throughout the summer to be prepared to suit up against this level of competition. “Every day after we do our weight training, we always go out on the field and do some football stuff,” said Harrison. “We work on 7-on-7 stuff about every other day. We feel like we are prepared for that. We’ve done a lot of these this summer. I just want to see our kids compete.” Although the Panthers came up empty in the winning column, the players demonstrated their ability to put decent numbers on the board against solid opponents.

Day One of the tournament proved to be the toughest for JCCHS. The Panthers clawed through every game against some of the best teams in the state of Georgia such as Columbia, Lovejoy and Walton High School, which fell to Grayson High School in the state finals last year. JCCHS Panthers had their hands full, but managed to hold their own among many aggressive teams. Teams participated in two days worth of playoff games in which teams were seeded based on how many wins were achieved that day. Winning teams received a high seed. Any squad placed in the winning bracket was given one opportunity to make it to the next round. Each squad in the losing bracket competed in a double-elimination round on Day Two, giving them two chances to achieve a win before being sent home. “For us, it’s really good competition. With this being a national select qualifier, you’re going to get the best teams that do this and are going to qualify for Hoover. The competition is really good,” said Harrison. “It does nothing but help our kids. The whole goal of these is to compete and get better.” “[In] the first game I think we played well. I think we’ve got to get over the mental hump right now when we see

a team that we’ve heard of and know they [are] traditionally good,” said Harrison. “I tell the kids all the time that the name on the jerseys is just a name. We just to go out and execute and don’t get beat before we go out on the field.” One of the Panthers’ most highlighted matchups was in their final contest on Day One where they faced off against Cherokee High School. JCCHS took charge on the defensive side of the ball with an interception, and came back firing offensively with a touchdown in the back of the end zone, giving them a 9-0 lead. Teams are awarded six points for touchdowns, three points for interceptions, one point for an extra kick and two points for turnovers on third down.

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Captain Dustin Scott dodges two defenders from Walton High School. The Panthers fell short of win from WHS who lost in the state finals last season. Midway through the contest, Cherokee nailed an eightyard touchdown complete with the extra point, and they didn’t stop there. Two more trips to the end zone and a defensive turnover by the Panthers boosted Cherokee up to a 26-9 lead. The Panthers responded with a 34-yard touchdown pass with less than 10 seconds left in regulation, but it wouldn’t be long before Cherokee returned the favor with a 40-yard strike down field with a receiver waiting in the end zone. The last strike by Cherokee didn’t leave much time for the Panthers to

have a shot offensively. After jumping out to a 9-0 lead, the Panthers fell 32-15. On Day Two, the Panthers rose early for the final day of competition, but could not find a way to claw their way through the double-elimination round. Coach Harrison noted that competing at a high level among some of the best of the best is a great way to prepare his team for the start of the season. “I think it huge for us. Throwing the football is a part of what we do [and] I feel like it helps us,” said Harrison. “We want to compete and

get better at what we do. We realize this is only half the game. We don’t have any lineman here, and we feel like what we have to do is control the running game,” said Harrison. “For us, it’s about seeing really big competition. Some of it is mental toughness. I want our team to see the programs around the state that are doing it right. That’s our goal,” said Harrison. “Our goal is to be a program that wins a lot of games and has tradition, and we want to develop that.”

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Members from the Lassiter High School 7-on-7 team look on as Dustin Scott waltzes into the end zone against Walton High School in game their third game of tournament play.

Jackson County looks to make a stop during the first day in the 7-on-7 competition. Players are considered down when their opponent makes contact by touch.

Scenes from the Tri2Remember at Crow’s Lake

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The Tri2rRemember event was a fun filled day with the community participating in various events. One of the owner’s Tom Crow, had this to say about the various events. The Triathlon started with a 400 yard swim in our lake. As the athletes came out of the water, they mounted their bikes for a ride down to South Jackson Elementary School and back to the lake. “After securing the bikes they started the 5K section of a 10K trail around the farm through the woods and fields. “This was our third year of hosting the Tri2Remember triathlon. Our family wanted to help raise money to fight this terrible disease. Like cancer this disease affects every family someway. These events are supported by many volunteers – both adults and school clubs. Also local businesses have been very helpful.” Winners from the day pose for their celebration photo and are in order from third, first and second place. See more scenes from the event at ClickThePaper.com

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Young athletes with Jefferson Parks & Rec are gearing for their season. The 12 and under youngsters will begin practicing on July 30 with helmets only, and will move to full pads on Aug. 4. Picture day is set for Aug. 18 and game day is schedule for Aug. 25. All athletes will participate in eight regular season games, and any squad that finishes the season with a winning record will qualify for the playoffs.

The Parks and Recreation Office in Jefferson is holding registration for softball and baseball. The players must be between the ages of 7-14. Aug. 11 is the last day to register. The cost is $75-85 and is based on age. For more details, please visit the Parks and Recreation office located at 2495 Old Pendergrass Road in Jefferson, call 706-367-5116 or visit www. jeffersonrec.com

Gresham Motor Sports Park, located near Jefferson, is gearing up for one of the hottest races on pavement. The Larry Fleeman Memorial 100- Pro Late Models is set for Saturday, Aug. 11. Gates open at 11:30 a.m. Visit greshammotorsportspark.com or call 706-3679461 for more information including ticket prices and various start times.

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Panthers eliminated in tough brawl at Lassiter The Panthers responded with a 34-yard touchdown pass with less than 10 seconds left in regulation, but it wouldn’t be long before Cherokee returned the favor with a 40-yard strike down field with a receiver waiting in the end zone. The last strike by Cherokee didn’t leave much time for the Panthers to have a shot offensively. After jumping out to a 9-0 lead, the Panthers fell 32-15. On Day Two, the Panthers rose early for the final day of competition, but could not find a way to claw their way through the double-elimination round. Coach Harrison noted that competing at a high level among some of the best of the best is a great way to prepare his team for the start of the season. “I think it huge for us. Throwing the football is a part of what we do [and] I feel like it helps us,” said Harrison. “We want to compete and get better at what we do. We realize this is only half the game. We don’t have any lineman here, and we feel like what we have to do is control the running game,” said Harrison.

Upcoming in sports Did you know that in a CDC surveillance of nine high school sports, numbers of traumatic brain injuries were highest in football and girls soccer? Did you know that fewer than 10 percent of sportrelated concussions involve a loss of consciousness (blacking out, “seeing stars”, etc.)? Did you know that between 5 percent and 10 percent of athletes will experience a concussion in a given season? Are you aware that headache and dizziness are the most commonly reported symptoms following concussions for injured athletes? That’s according to the Sports Concussion Institute. In upcoming editions of The Paper, Winder-Barrow High School Head Trainer Lance McNamara and Dr. John Buchanan share their expertise on concussions and re-invention of football helmets as we take a look at health issues surrounding sports.

Hawks ready to soar through season By LATRICE WILLIAMS lwilliams@clickthepaper.com The Mill Creek softball team is looking to recapture a winning season and a consecutive trip to the state finals. The Hawks have had the summer schedule full with conditioning and hitting practices that have kept the girls up to speed. “We started the first week of June and then went all the way up to the dead week,” Parham said Head Coach Roger Parham. “Then we started back up with conditioning on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays and optional hitting in the evenings and we come back for tryouts on Aug. 1.” Speaking of tryouts, the Hawks success has drawn the attention from many girls looking to add their name to the roster but, with such an elite team and limited space, both Parham and Associate Head Coach Jennifer Maloney agree that with so much talent coming in large numbers, tryouts are difficult for coaches. “We’ve had a bigger turnout this year. I think the first day they had an actual practice after summer league and we had 56 girls out here,” said Maloney. “We had a large number for summer practice. They seem to be working harder and are much more inclined to be here.” Parham said, “There is a very large freshman turnout. Jennifer and I and the staff work really out in the spring to get the word out. We actually start before they enter high school.” Even with three different squads -- varsity, junior varsity and the freshman team, there isn’t enough room for everyone. While both coaches state that making their final decisions are never easy, they always have a oneon-one discussion with each girl who participates in tryouts.

“We make it personal. We feel like phy ever since. Each year, the champiif the kid has enough courage to come onship is up for grabs and is anybody’s and try out for our program we owe for the taking, but Coach Parham says them an explanation on why we did or he is hopeful that the feeling of comdid not select them,” said Parham. “So peting for another title will resonate it takes a little bit within his team in every more time because game throughout the seawe meet with them son. individually.” “Coming off of last “There are only year, [we were] successso many spots. ful in winning 35 ball You can’t keep games and making it to more than you can the state finals. We got play,” said Parsome returning players ham. “Everybody from last year. I think Maloney has to have a role. what I’m looking forward For some teams, in to is the girls chasing that general, the numbers are going to be a feeling again,” said Parham. little higher with varsity because you “It’s like a drug,” said Parham. are going to have kids [who] do nothing “That feeling of what we had last year but run or pitch, but once you get down was just so special, and not just in the to JV, you are generally going to carry wins and losses. It was how we came somewhere around 12-13.” to work every day. The kids came to “Tryouts are difficult for us,” said work. They cared about each other Parham, who acknowledges that and they didn’t care who got the credit. some trying out are going to be disap- They laughed and cried, but they did it pointed. together. That’s what I’m looking for“I think tryouts are the hardest part ward to with this group.” of the season. It’s tough,” said MaloThe Hawks will open the season by ney. hosting a scrimmage game on Aug. 8 The Lady Hawks won the state title against Brookwood High School. Game in 2008 and have been chasing the tro- time is set for 5:30 p.m.

“It’s like a drug. That feeling of what we had last year was just so special, and not just in the wins and losses. It was how we came to work every day. The kids came to work. They cared about each other and they didn’t care who got the credit. They laughed and cried, but they did it together. That’s what I’m looking forward to with this group.” Head Coach Roger Parham

Elite Lineman Camp serves as showcase for strength MCHS Offensive Line Coach Joshua Lovelady stresses the importance of technique By Latrice Williams lwilliams@clickthepaper.com When a quarterback fires a 40-yard touchdown with three seconds left on the clock or a wide receiver scampers down the field with the game winning score, we’re all aware of the superstar that made the big play. However, in order for that quarterback or running back to make those types of plays, it takes a distinguished group of athletes on the line to give it all they’ve got and protect their teammates from the predator lurking on the other side. At the elite offensive lineman camp, all the attention was focused on the big men upfront who do the dirty work. The players rotated between more than 10 locations and worked alongside some of the most distinguished coaches in the area. “It’s very important as far as them getting out here. You got 13 stations with either 13 head coaches or varsity offensive line coaches that are going to give them great instructions,” said Mill Creek High School Offensive Line Coach Joshua Lovelady. “Personally at Mill Creek, they always see me. They are going to get 12 other guys to get little nuggets from [and that will] make them better throughout the season [as well as getting] exposure to other coaching. The coaches that are here are unbelievable. These are some of the best in the state.” Coach Lovelady has built the camp into one of the more distinguished programs in the state, and is adamant about helping the athletes develop skill and technique in such a tough position that often goes unrecognized. “[The] number one [skill] is technique, [which] is going to make them so much better. You got station after station of drill, drill, drill to the point where you have to be disciplined at offensive line. You’ve got to sit there and understand where a running back can kind of make things happen. On offensive line, you got to be disciplined. You got to make things happen by everyone being on the same page and do your job and then the other four guys around you are going to do their job,” said Lovelady. The camp consisted of linemen from all around including Jefferson High School, Jackson County Comprehensive High School

and Mill Creek High School, as well as Chattahoochee High School and Archer High School.

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Coach Lovelady looks on as his team competes in the offensive linemen skills challenge at Flowery Branch.

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Mill Creek High School offensive linemen practice the art of balance, footwork, and staying with their opponent.

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Offensive linemen from Jackson County work on quick release off the ball and driving their defenders back.

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Michael Hernandez, Chazz Tillman, Alex Corbett, Michael Paolozzi and Zach Barbar put their skills to the test in the sled challenge at Flowery Branch High school during the elite offensive lineman camp.

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Corbetts to share Kale’s story on air Some of the most inspiring people in the world are children. There is something so moving and incredible about such a young person who has been through more trials and tribulations than many adults. Children who have been diagnosed with rare Farah illnesses who have to see their peers Bohannon living a “normal” Columnist childhood — playing sports, going to school every day and never missing a beat. Some children are diagnosed at a very young age, so they become accustomed to regular doctor visits, hospital stays, procedures and more. This is not the case for fourth grader Kale Corbett of Jefferson. A rare disease made its way into his life unexpectedly, but to this day, he keeps on living! Kale has always loved sports — specifically football, basketball and track. He vividly remembers one day feeling excruciatingly exhausted while on the football field. In fact, he was so exhausted that he physically could not finish playing. His parents, Tim and Brandy Corbett, were extremely concerned about Kale because this was very unlike this active and energetic kid. They took him to the doctor, and after several tests, found the answer. Kale was diagnosed with the rarest form of leukemia, Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). In March 2012, Kale underwent a bone marrow transplant. He was very blessed because he was matched with a donor from the national registry. The infusion took a grueling four hours, but that didn’t stop Kale from playing a game of poker afterwards. Since the transplant, the Corbett family, which also includes Kale’s sister Katy Rose, received a letter from Kale’s donor. The next few weeks after the transplant were bearable, although the time was spent in the hospital. Kale had some nausea and pain, but kept a positive attitude throughout the entire process. His parents even said, “Kale pushed through with a true Corbett spirit! He even did laps around the nurses’ station each day.” Kale was discharged from the hospital 29 days after his procedure. He was moved to the Ronald McDonald House which is right down the street and was able to participate in the beloved activities he hadn’t done in months. This was huge for Kale. The magic number for Kale is 100 days post-transplant as cancer-free. He isn’t quite there yet, but he is making tremendous progress every day. As a community, we could learn a lot from these children who have been through arduous procedures and debilitating diseases. They have such strong and positive attitudes despite their circumstances. It truly is a beautiful thing. Kale and his parents will be sharing about their experiences at the Aflac Cancer Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta during the July 26-27 WSB Care-a-Thon. The radio fundraiser for the cancer center and blood disorders service will air continuously from 5 a.m. Thursday, July 26, to 6 p.m. Friday, July 27. Listeners can bid on auction items and listen to the stories from families like the Corbetts. The 12th annual Care-a-Thon will feature News/Talk WSB hosts who have helped raise more than $11 million for the Aflac Cancer Center. If you can’t make your pledge as you tune or catch the streaming radio, you can mail a donation payable to Aflac Cancer Center to 95.5 FM and AM 750 News/Talk WSB, Care-a-Thon, 1687 Tullie Circle NE, Atlanta, GA 30329. Farah Bohannon is a freelance writer living in Winder. She loves to utilize her writing and marketing skills with inspiring stories. Reach her at farah.bohannon@gmail.com

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Members of the Grand Lodge officers were also in attendance. Left to right: Larry Nichols, First Grand StewardDanny Boyles, Grand Marshal - Jerry Moss, Grand Master - William Lewis, Grand Tyler - Melvin Lockaby, Grand Chaplain. In the center front, Ralph Freeman Jr.

Celebrating 75 years Worshipful Brother Ralph Freeman Jr. honored by fellow Masons, Grand Master Worshipful Brother Ralph Freeman Jr. was presented with his 75-year apron, plaque and other mementoes by Most Worshipful Brother Jerry D. Moss, Grand Master of Masons in Georgia. The presentation was made at the Hoschton United Methodist Church on July 10. “Worshipful” is an old English expression meaning “respected” and has no religious connotation. When Brother Freeman was 21 years old, his father, a prominent Hoschton doctor and surgeon, passed away and Ralph had to drop out of Georgia Tech to head up the family. At the funeral he told an uncle that he wanted to be a Mason just like his father, and by July 3, 1937 he had joined the fraternity. His mother, a Hosch, took him down to City Hall and announced he was to take his father’s place on the city council and he did. Not only that, two years later he became the youngest Mayor of any town in Georgia, and held that distinction for quite some time. He also headed up the Georgia Farm Bureau in Jackson County. In 1942 and 1943 he became Worshipful Master of Rockwell Lodge #191, Free and Accepted Masons (F. & A. M.). MWB Moss also presented WB Freeman with his “pay,” a gold penny representing his contribution to Masonry. He also presented him with a special silver coin, especially struck by the Grand Master and Grand Lodge of Georgia for such occasions; only seven have been made for the year and this was the first handed out, quite a distinction. Mayor Erma Denny and others also spoke at this event, giving insights into Brother Freeman’s distinguished life. There were about 175 in attendance. Members of the Grand Lodge officers were also in attendance to celebrate the occasion including Larry Nichols, First Grand Steward; Danny Boyles, Grand Marshal; Jerry Moss, Grand Master; William Lewis, Grand Tyler; and Melvin Lockaby, Grand Chaplain.

Most Worshipful Brother Jerry D. Moss, Grand Master of Masons in Georgia, with Ralph Freeman Jr.; A decorated cake celebrated the occasion; Hoschton Mayor Erma Denney congratulated Freeman on his 75 years as a Mason.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS Kids and teens 18 years old and younger can enjoy nutritious summer meals at no charge at East Jackson Comprehensive High School through July 31 thanks to a USDA program. Breakfast is served 7:30-9 a.m. and lunch is served 11:15 a.m.-1 p.m. sss On-going programs at the Jefferson Library include Storytime for Children, for ages 5 and under, which includes stories, songs and fingerplays on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Reading with “Doggie Tales”, held on the second Saturday of every month at 10:30 a.m., is open to kids of reading age and helps them practice reading skills while helping Smoky the pug and Pia the afghan hound. For information call 706-367-8012. sss Downtown Jefferson holds a Farmers Market every Saturday through September, 7-10 a.m. Come early for the best selection! Vendors have vegetables, plants, baked goods and other homemade items. For information call 706367-5714. sss Creative Classes for Kids are offered at the Hoschton Heritage Arts Center one Saturday each month July through December for children 7-12 years old. The classes are limited to 10 participants. Remaining classes include Repurposed Junk Art, Aug. 18, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; Award Winning Scarecrows, offered Aug. 23 at two times, 2-4 p.m. or 6-8 p.m., and Aug. 30, 2-4 p.m., Halloween Piñatas, Sept. 15, 9 a.m.-1 p., Pumpkin Carving 101, Oct. 27, 9 a.m.1 p.m., Fall Leaf Art, Nov. 17, noon-4 p.m., and Christmas Gifts & Ornaments, Dec. 15, 9 am.-1 p.m. Each class is $25 per participant and includes supplies. A Christmas Party will also be on Dec. 15, 2-4 p.m., for the kids that took classes and their families. Cookies and milk will be provided to celebrate the end of the 2012 Creative Classes for Kids. Photos of classes and the projects will be on display. Parents should call 770-241-1460 or 706654-2693 Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.or e-mail hhac55@yahoo.com to register a child. All kids must pre-register. For more information visit www.hoschtonheritageartscouncil.com. sss There are just two dates left – Aug. 2 and 9 – for the Discover Jackson County Gems program that is a combined tour of the Crawford Long Museum and Shields-Ethridge Heritage Farm. The guided tour of the historic farm is held

in the mornings 10 a.m.12:30 p.m. and includes family stories and viewing historic documents. The afternoon is spent at the museum 1-3 p.m. and participants will plant an herbal remedy pot to take home, complete with tea recipe for headaches or sore throats. Youth groups are welcome to bring sack lunches; senior citizen groups have the option to include a catered lunch in the tour fee. Reservations are required in advance and groups must provide transportation between venues. Price per student is $12; seniors is $22 with learning activity at the Museum and $20 without learning activity. Tour dates are subject to weather constraints. Contact the museum at 706-367-5307. sss The Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center (GEHC) announces the Crime Lab Detective traveling exhibit that will be on its campus through Oct. 15. The exhibit highlights a number of crucial elements of the scientific process by focusing on a home that has been burglarized while the home’s family was vacationing. Crime Lab Detective takes visitors into the popular world of crime labs and detective work. To get ready for this exciting exhibition, the GEHC is hosting a series of super sleuth movie nights in July. The Goonies will be shown at 7 p.m. in the Cisco Blue Planet Theater on Friday, July 27. Special crime fighting activities and an exciting preview of the exhibit will begin at 6 p.m. Admission is $3 per adult (13 and older) and $1 per child. GEHC members are admitted free. An additional $1 is charged for out-of-county residents. Movie concessions will also be available for purchase. For more information, visit www. gwinnettEHC.org. sss “What’s in your backyard?” classes at the Elachee Nature Science Center on Saturday, July 28, are “The importance of Natives in our Landscapes” at 9 a.m. and “Exotic Invasives – What they are and how to ID” at 11 a.m. Sponsored in conjunction with the UGA Cooperative Extension – Hall County and the Elachee Nature Science Center. Cost is $15. Register at www.elachee. org or through the Hall County Extension office at wcannon@hallcounty. org or call 770-5358293. Sign up will also be at the door the day of the event. sss A workshop on Caring for Mature Trees will be held on Saturday, July 28, 10 a.m. to noon in the Wilkins Room at the See EVENTS, page 5A

Creative Kids at Arts Center Students Riley and Kasey Harple participated in the Creative Classes for Kids at the Hoschton Heritage Arts Center on July 21. The first class was Mosaics for Kids and each child created an art piece using glue, glass, ceramic tiles, grout and their imagination. Instructor Astra Graham said, “These kids were extremely talented and so excited that they wanted to do several projects. They picked up on how to do this so quickly we just kept making mosaic items.” The next class will be Repurposed Junk Art on Saturday, Aug. 18, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost is $25. The classes are limited to 10 participants. Parents may register their kids by calling Astra Graham at 770-2411460 or Donna Bailey at 706-654-2693 or email hhac55@yahoo.com. Monthly Creative Classes for Kids will continue through December with an Award Winning Scarecrows Workshop, Halloween Piñatas, Pumpkin Carving 101, Fall Leaf Art and Christmas Gifts and Ornaments. The children who have taken the classes at the Arts Center and their families will

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Riley and Kasey Harple created Mosiacs with instructor Astra Graham, one of the Hoschton Heritage Arts Center board members. be invited to a Christmas Cookies and Milk Party to celebrate the end of the 2012 Creative Classes for Kids.

More information may be found on www.hoschtonheritageartscouncil. com.

Scarecrow competition is now sponsored by Arts Council The theme for the 2012 Scarecrow Competition is “Cowboy Up for Hoschton” and is sponsored by the Hoschton Heritage Arts Council. There is no fee to enter. Scarecrows have competed for many years in September in Hoschton. They

have helped to announce the Hoschton Fall Festival, and Hoschton became the Scarecrow Capital of the World in 2008 with 5,441 scarecrows, according to the World’s Record Academy. All participants of the 2012 competition will receive a Certificate of Participation. All 2012 scarecrows will be featured on the Hoschton Heritage Arts Council Photo Gallery at www.hoschtonheritageartscouncil. com. Winners will be selected for the best in the categories – Church, School, Organization, Business, Subdivision

or Individual/Family (not located in a subdivision). Other awards are being sought and will be announced soon. Each scarecrow must be preregistered. The form and rules may be downloaded at www.hoschton-

heritageartscouncil.com. Please return the registration form to the Hoschton Heritage Arts Center or Auction Venture by 4 p.m. on Aug. 31. You may also mail the registration form to HHAC, P.O. Box 577, Hoschton, GA 30548.

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EVENTS from page 4B Jefferson Civic Center. The workshop, sponsored by the City of Jefferson and the Jefferson Heritage Tree Council, will teach how to identify the life stages of a tree; how to protect tree roots, trunks and branches from the time a tree is young through maturity; how to preserve tree health and promote a long life; how to evaluate the health, structure and maintenance needs of older trees; and when and how to hire an arborist to care for your trees. Workshop instructors include Susan Russell, Jefferson City Arborist, and Connie Head, Jefferson City Forester. Free written materials on caring for mature trees will be provided. Refreshments will be available. The workshop is free and open to the public and pre-registration is not required. For information, contact Connie Head at 706202-5279 or tfshead@ aol.com. sss A Community Contra Dance will be held Saturday, July 28, at the Sautee Nacoochee Center historic gym. No partner needed. No experience necessary. Admission: Adults/$8, Students/$4. Children under 8 free. Great live Music. Easyto-follow calling. Very Friendly atmosphere. All ages. Couples, singles, students, families, friends! Free welcome lesson at 7:30 p.m. Dance is 8-11 p.m. The Sautee Nacoochee Center is located at 283 Highway 255 North, 1/4 mile off Highway 17 in Sautee 30571. Call 706-754-3254 or check out www.SNCA.org sss Braselton’s Movie in the Park, featuring “Mirror, Mirror,” has been rescheduled for Aug. 3. It was cancelled this past Saturday due to inclement weather. Movie begins at dusk and is free. For more information visit www.braselton. net. sss “What’s in your backyard?” classes at the Elachee Nature Science Center on Saturday, Aug. 4, are “Pollinators and their Habitats – The Importance of Bees” at 9 a.m. and “Native Wildflowers in our Backyards” at 11 a.m. A pocket wildflower guide will be given out to participants. Sponsored in conjunction with the UGA Cooperative Extension – Hall County and the Elachee Nature Science Center. Cost is $15. Register at www.elachee. org or through the Hall County Extension office at wcannon@hallcounty. org or call 770-5358293. Sign up will also be at the door the day of

the event. sss Two local non-profit organizations, the Oconee River Land Trust and the Athens Land Trust, are partnering with the State Botanical Garden in Athens to present “Spirit of the Land: Small Scale Images of the Georgia Landscape,” an art exhibition and sale that celebrates the beauty of land and supports its protection. Proceeds from the sale of artwork will support the artists and the work of the Land Trust Organizations. The show and sale runs Aug. 5-Sept. 9 in the Conservatory Visitor Center Gallery. It is free and open to the public. Call Susan at 706-542-6130 for more information. sss New mentoring training sessions for Lindsay’s Legacy mentors will be held Wednesday, Aug. 9, 9-10:15 a.m. at the Jackson County Chamber and Wednesday, Aug. 22, 9-10:15 a.m. at Jackson EMC. RSVP for training at www.lindsayslegacymentoring.org. For more information contact Lisa at lisa@linsdayslegacymentoring.org or 706410-5525. sss The seventh annual Tree House Turbo Turtle Trek will be held Aug. 11, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Crow’s Lake. Adopt a turtle on-line at www. raceaturtle.com. For more information call 770-868-1900 or visit www.thetreehouseinc. org. sss The Hoschton Heritage Arts Council will present Concerts from the Veranda every second Saturday night through September. The concerts are held on the veranda of the Arts Centers at 74 White St. behind Hoschton City Hall 8 -10 p.m. On Aug. 11 the Nearly Brothers will bring their style of music to the veranda. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets. Concerts are free to the public; food and drinks will be sold by the HHAC to cover the cost. Sponsors for the series are being sought. Visit www.hoschtonheritageartscouncil.com or e-mail hhac55@yahoo. com for more information. sss A Classic Car and Motorcycle Memorial Ride will be held Saturday, Aug. 11, to raise money for the Griffin and Jake Prince memorial fund. The boys were killed in a July boating accident on Lake Lanier.Registration will be held the morning of the ride 9-11 a.m. at the Lumpkin County

Courthouse. Cost is $40 per bike/old car. A pre-ride meeting is at 11 a.m.; kickstands up at 11:15 a.m. The ride is approximately 70 miles. Rain date is Saturday, Sept. 1. For more information contact Event Organizer Lt. Doug Boyle of the Dawson County Sheriff’s Office at boyle@ dawsoncountysheriff.org, 770-324-1015. sss

to Beading class on Aug. 15 and 22, 6:30-8:30 p.m. The class costs $40 for HHAC members and $60 for nonmembers. The $20 supply fee should be paid the first night of the class and includes wire, needles and beads. Participants must pre-register. For more information visit www.hoschtonheritageartscouncil.com. sss

The Gwinnett County Chapter of Ducks Unlimited, a non-profit organization for wetland and habitat conservation, is holding a wine paring event on Monday, Aug. 13, 6:30 p.m. at the Houndstooth Restaurant in Braselton off of Hwy. 211. The event will teach how to pair the perfect wine with your favorite foods and will feature six Empire wines, a silent auction and door prizes. Cost is $50 per person and includes a DU commemorative wine glass; seating is limited. Contributions are tax deductible. Tickets are available on-line at: www. ducks.org/georgia/ or by calling Danny Strickland at 770-539-0862. sss

Barrow County Emergency Services is again offering the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) course Aug. 16-Oct. 4, every Thursday 7-9 p.m. The course will be held at Barrow County Emergency Services at 222 Pleasant Hill Church Rd. NE, Winder. Following the course, students will participate in a class exercise where they will use their newly learned skills in a simulated disaster. The instructors will be members of local public safety agencies. The course is open to all Barrow County residents 18 years of age or older. To register or for more information, contact Penny Clack at 770-307-2987 or pclack@barrowga.org. sss

The next regularly scheduled meeting of the East Georgia Genealogical Society is Aug. 14. For information e-mail moonmake1977@ yahoo.com. sss The Humane Society of Jackson County will hold its quarterly community meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 14, at 7 p.m. It is free and the public is encouraged to attend. It will be held at the Nicholson Community Center and the program is “Ask the Experts” Part 2 featuring a veterinarian, groomer, trainer and chiropractor.Also learn more about progress on the land acquisition and facility design. For information call 706367-1111 or visit www. hsjc.com. sss The Hoschton Heritage Arts Center is offering an Introduction

The Braselton Visitor’s Bureau is the Presenting Sponsor for this year’s Braselton Rotary Clubsponsored Run the Vineyard 2012, which will be held Saturday, Aug. 18, at 7:30 a.m. A Fun Run will be held after the 5K. For information visit http://runthevineyard. com. sss The Miss Hoschton Pageant will be held Saturday, Aug. 18, at New Community Church in Hoschton. Practice will be held Aug. 17, 6:30-8 p.m. A new award has been added, the Armed Forces Family Service Award, for contestants who have close family members in the military. Applicants must have the Armed Forces Service Award information turned in at least one week prior to the pageant to receive the

award. Awards will be given for Most Photogenic, Best Hair, Best Dressed, Best Eyes and Best Smile. Participation Fee is $65 for applicants paid by July 15; $75 after; extra fee for some categories. Make checks payable to Ritzi Reruns and send to P.O. Box 21, Hoschton, GA 30548 or pay by credit card at the shop in Braselton. For information, call Nancy at 706-654-1983 or Reneé at 678-442-6499 or email renee@ritzireruns. com. sss The Georgia Piedmont Arts Center (GPAC) is preparing to again present the “Harvest of Art” festival on the lawn at the GPAC art cottage in downtown Auburn on Saturday, Sept. 8. Harvest of Art will showcase fine art and fine craft artisans. Also part of the event will be a free children’s art activity, free mini art lessons for adult festival attendees as well as musical entertainment and, of course, food. Artisans are invited to apply. Pick up an application at the GPAC web site at www.georgiapiedmontartscenter. com or phone Kathleen Gill at 404-202-3044. sss The Humane Society of Jackson County is hosting a festival, concert and motorcycle ride called “Ride Like the Animals” on Sept. 8, at Crow’s Lake in Jefferson. Sponsors, vendors, riders and attendees are needed! For more information, visit www. hsjc.com. sss The Jug Tavern Squares is offering square dance lessons on Tuesdays, Sept. 11, 18 and 25, 7:30-9:30 p.m., at the Winder YMCA, 50 Brad Akins Dr. Great for couples and singles ages preteen to 99. Dancing increases muscle tone and coordination, lowers your risk of coronary heart disease, lowers blood pressure, helps maintain healthy weight and strengthens bones.

Classes are free. For information call 706-6931922, 770-868-7298 or 770-967-9063. sss The Braselton Visitors Bureau Authority and the Hoschton Heritage Arts Council have announced the Braselton-Hoschton Plein Air Event, an outdoor art competition that asks participants to capture the unique features of Braselton and/or Hoschton. The grand prize winner will receive $200 and a one-night stay at Château Élan in Braselton. Second place will receive $100 and a bottle of Château Élan wine. Third place will receive $50 and a bottle of Château Élan wine. All participants must be 16 years of age or older on the day registration begins. The first entry is $25; additional paintings are $10 each. Deadline to enter is Oct. 1. Application forms may be downloaded from www.hoschtonheritageartscouncil.com or www.braseltonfestivals. com. Applicants must bring his/her canvas to the Hoschton Heritage Arts Center to be stamped on the back during one of the specific times listed: Oct. 19, 4-7 p.m., or Oct. 20, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. All Plein Air paintings must be completed between the time the canvas is stamped and noon on Oct. 26. Participating Plein Air artists are invited to the Hoschton Heritage Arts Center for a complimentary dinner, drinks, fun and camaraderie and a concert on the veranda at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 20. Entries will be displayed at the Braselton Antique & Holiday Festival Oct. 27-28; ribbons will mark the winning entries. The art will be available for sale at a price determined by the artist. The artist will receive 70 percent and HHAC will receive 30 percent of the price. For more information or an entry form, visit one of the web sites or call 770-540-1099.

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Differences in childrearing and a greeting in poor taste Dear Margo: My husband and I are expecting our first child, which is wonderful, but I am worried that our parenting styles will clash due to different upbringings. As a teenager, I had a strict curfew, didn’t drink until I went to college, couldn’t date without my mom approving the guy, etc. Hubby, on the other hand, is a youngest child, and his otherwise smart and nice parents let him run completely wild, staying out all night and going out of town to college frat parties as a high school student. Starting at age 12, he drank a ridiculous amount, showed up at school events wasted, drove drunk, smoked pot and did coke. He agrees that if we have a girl she will be subject to the same restrictions I grew up with. But if we have a boy, he thinks we should behave as his parents did. His argument is, “Well, I turned out OK.” My take is that a lot of bad things could’ve happened, including him getting killed or

Dear Margo killing someone, and he has friends from that era who now are complete wastoids. How do I have this conversation without implying that his parents were dumb? — Expecting Dear Ex: Dumb? How about nuts? And did he turn out OK? Just asking. It is interesting that he’s decided that the way a child should be raised depends on the gender. Without calling his parents names, you could suggest that when he was a little boy his parents were super-permissive because maybe they were hippies? (Or maybe he was raising himself because he was the youngest?) Do point out that his sex-

ism goes against all timetested childrearing advice. All kids need and thrive on fair discipline and boundaries, not just girls. (You might mention his friends, and tell him it’s a miracle he is not like them.) Let us hope you have a daughter, but if not, I hope you prevail in not letting your husband relive his wild days through a son. If you need backup, book an appointment with a shrink, and let that person be the neutral (and expert) mediator. — Margo, gender-neutrally Dear Margo: My husband is 13 years my junior, and up until a year ago, that did not bother me. Then I found out that he’s had numerous affairs throughout our relationship. We went to counseling and are doing well. I am still healing and want to trust him. I’m just concerned that he will cheat on me again and I won’t be any the wiser. Well, yesterday at a graduation party, he picked up

his sister-in-law. I mean he actually picked her up, and she wrapped her legs around his waist. I am positive there is nothing between them, but I did not like it and told him so. His reaction was to get angry because I “made something out of nothing.” I just don’t see what would possess a grown man to pick up another man’s wife, although he does fancy himself a weightlifter. What do you think? — Overly Sensitive? Dear Ove: It sounds like he was weight training with a real, live dumbbell. And now I’ve got a question for you: If a woman was physically lifted off the ground, what would possess her to wrap her legs around the man’s waist? I saw this happen once, and the gesture — on the woman’s part — said to me that they had been intimate. Let us just say that this was immature and in very poor taste on the woman’s part, so I would hold her the aggressor in this particular situa-

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tion. I also think that, given your history, your husband’s greeting to his sister-in-law should have been a peck on the cheek. Unfortunately, once a guy is in this particular doghouse, everything he does will be looked on with suspicion. Good luck.— Margo, restrainedly Dear Margo: My kids are teenagers, but I have friends with younger children who all seem to give their kids compliments and kudos for breathing. If a kid finishes his milk when requested, the mother says, “GOOD JOB!” If the kid brings her something she’s asked for, the response is, “Wonderful!” I think there’s something wrong with this. (How about a simple “thank you”?) Whose idea was it anyway to make kids think that everything they do is praiseworthy? — Helena Dear Hel: This overkill strikes me as ridiculous, and it makes deserved praise almost meaningless. I’m for positive reinforcement, but

going overboard makes no sense. The kid will think s/he is fabulous for no reason at all and will have a rude awakening as s/he gets older and deals with all kinds of other kids — not to mention teachers. Richard Weissbourd, a family psychologist at Harvard, has written at some length about this misguided development. You might be interested in steering your younger friends to his book, “The Parents We Mean To Be: How Well-Intentioned Adults Undermine Children’s Moral and Emotional Development.” This would be far more constructive than rolling your eyes and saying, “Really?” — Margo, sensibly Dear Margo is written by Margo Howard, Ann Landers’ daughter. All letters must be sent via the online form at www.creators.com/dear margo. Due to a high volume of e-mail, not all letters will be answered.

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175-Personals Looking for Family Member or Ex Spouse with information concerning Bobby Ross Lamb Jr. 706-346-0899

Jobs 200 205-Accounting Table egg producer, packer & marketer seeks a STAFF ACCOUNTANT to perform the overall financial & accounting functions of office operations including monthly & year-end P& L and balance sheets. Must be proficient in the use of QuickBooks & Excel. Must have a general understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Possess a strong personal code of ethics including maintaining confidentiality. Very detail oriented, multi tasked and very organized. Bachelors degree in Accounting and five years of related work experience. Send resume to: ssears@landrfarms inc.com

215-Child Care: Help Wanted Director – After School program for grades K~6 in White County. Plan and lead program & daily activities including tutoring, bible study, and activities from 2-6 PM daily. Send resume & letter of introduction to gachildcare1@gmail. com.

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217-Construction HVAC co. in Oakwood needs Experienced Service Techsmin. 2yrs experience. Installation Helpers- minimal exp. 770-532-0731

220-Dental DENTAL HYGIENIST Full-Time. Oakwood area. Fax Resume to: 770-534-3059 or call 770-534-1816

227-Education Opening for an ELEMENTARY TEACHER to teach 2nd grade students that are predominantly ESL using various methods in compliance within guidelines of state and school. Competitive Salary. Must possess a Master Degree in Education, 2 yrs exp, and GA Educator certificate. Send resume to: Gainesville City School System, 508 Oak Street, Gainesville, GA 30501

230-General Sales Agents TELEPHONE SALES Need 2. Base pay, commission & bonuses. 4pm to 8:30pm. weekdays. 706-264-9294 F/T Local Company Inside Phone Sales $10/hr. 770-532-7670 OFFICE FURN TECH. Handy w/ tools, clean MVR, great personality, to do repairs, delivery, sales. We work 1/2 days (12hrs/day). 5 days/ wk. Tons of OT-no Sundays. Exc. pay w/ OT. Full benefits after 6 months + vac. + holiday. We are a drug, smoke, dip, chew free workplace. Fax-emailvisit Office Pro’s. Attn: Bobby or John. Fax: 770-287-3866 or email: theofficepros@charter.net. 2121 Browns Bridge Road, Gainesville.

235-Management Do You Want A Career Not A Job? The most prestigious cemetery firm in our market is seeking a Family Service Counselor Will train. This is a great opportunity for the right person. Must have valid drivers lic. and excellent background. Call for appt. Danny Faulkner 423-486-2866 PLANT MANAGER Osborne Wood Products, Inc. is looking for a strong, experienced Manager with direct experience in the wood products industry. •5+yrs in mgmt •4yr degree in mgmt, an MBA preferred. Relevant exp. will be considered •Manage the production, distribution and maintenance depts. •Continually improve set up and shipment times and improve quality goals. Please visit our website for complete job description at www.osbornewood. com. Send resumes to: resume@osbornewood.com

240-Medical Personal Support Assistants to work with homebound elderly and disabled in the Hall County area to provide personal care, homemaking, run errands and respite for caregivers. Must have own transportation and at least 21 yrs of age. We run criminal backgrounds and applicants must submit to a drug test. Please apply online: www.homenurse.net CNA’S & PCT’S needed ASAP in Gainesville/Cumming area. Please call 770-552-5551 Experienced Medical Biller/ Coder need only apply for busy “Patient Centered” family practice. A minimum of 5 years Medical Billing experience required. Ideal candidate will need to be organized, have good computer skills, ability to analyze and report. Must have good people skills and able to work within a team concept. Salary and benefits will be commensurate to experience. Send resume to: familypracticemanager@gmail.com Front desk person needed. Experience preferrered. Bi-Lingual required. Send resume to fax 678-997-2127 or sloggins@gastro gainesville.com. FRONT OFFICE POSITION needed for a busy internal medicine practice in the Buford/Sugar Hill area MUST BE FLUENT IN SPANISH & ENGLISH Full-time, some evenings & some Saturdays required. Fax: 678-745-4139

240-Medical MEDICAL Physical Therapist Part-Time Mon/Wed/Thurs Certified Athletic Trainee Full-Time- Mon/ Tues/Wed/Thurs

255-Part Time Help Wanted

285-Truck Drivers

Shipping/Receiving Seek mature person for plastics business in Gainesville. CDL a plus but not necessary. Exp in shp/rec a must. Fax resume to: 770-297-5331

CDL DRIVER- with roll off container Exp. Call 770-983-7004

265-Production

WORK WITH A SUCCESSFUL TEAM Send resume & salary expectation to: Jeanne Hanlin, Watkins Total Healthcare, Director of Operations, 961 Green Street, N.E., Gainesville, GA 30501 or e-mail resume and salary expectation to jhanlin@watkinstotalhealthcare.com EOE

HIRING MACHINIST CNC Programmer Setup Run Manual Lathe Machinist Manual Mill Machinist Cleveland, Georgia 706-219-3799 phoenixmachines@yahoo.com. No Push Button Operators/ Real Machinist

NOW HIRING! RNs/LPNs

Gainesville State College is accepting applications for P/T faculty positions in Engineering and Chemistry for Fall 2012 beginning August 12, 2012. Applicants must have a master’s degree including graduate-level courses (18 semester or 27 quarter hours) in the teaching discipline. For complete application procedure visit our website at www.gsc.edu/admin/hr/Employ.htm and link Part Time Faculty Positions.

You are invited to join the United Home Care team of dedicated quality caregivers as the best gets even better. We are now hiring RNs and LPNs for Dawson, Habersham, Hall, Lumpkin and White County. United Home Care is offering exciting new growth opportunities with a competitive salary and top-tier benefits and reimbursement package that can’t be beat. •RN CASE MANAGERS Home Health experience required •RN OASIS COORDINATORMon-Fri; Two years homecare experience required •RN PATIENT CARE COORDINATORHome health exp & excellent leadership skills req. Must have prior mgmt. skills •RN/LPN-W/E- Fri, Sat and Sun UR Ready for exceptional “Commitment to Caring”! To learn more, please e-mail resume: jmcconnell @uhs-pruitt.com Visit our website at: www.urready.com EOE The Longstreet Clinic, P.C. is seeking qualified candidates for the following positions: Medical Records Coordinator/Front Office Float (Medical office exp preferred) Orthopedics Gainesville Receptionist Family Medicine Oakwood *Registered Mammographer (All positions are PRN) Imaging Dept Gainesville PA/NP (One year exp req’d) General Surgery Gainesville All positions are full time unless noted. Full-time employees may be eligible for paid days off, health insurance and a generous retirement plan. Salary commensurate with experience. Previous medical office experience preferred. Spanish/English skills desirable. Interested candidates may submit resumes via fax to 770-535-7445 Attn: Employment E-mail to: HR@longstreet clinic.com or complete an application at 725 Jesse Jewell Pkwy., Suite 270, Gainesville, GA 30501. For additional info about the Longstreet Clinic., P.C., please visit our website: www.long streetclinic.com

245-Misc. Help Wanted Local Contractor Drivers needed Jump starts/fuel delivery/tire changes. Vehicle required, no experience necessary. Call Andrew at 267-270-5225 TRUCK LOADERS needed, Sun. thru Thurs. Must have valid drivers license. Call 770-536-5540 or fax resume to 770-531-0829

250Offices/Clerical Carriage Nissan is seeking 2 OFFICE ASSIST. Highly motivated with reliable transportation a must. Apply in person: Carriage Nissan, 2400 Browns Bridge Rd, or fax resume to: 770-535-0871 No phone calls please Part-Time Guest Relations position available at Cresswind at Lake Lanier. 20-30 hours per week. Candidates should be organized, friendly and able to perform various clerical tasks. Please send resume to jobs@landarc.com.

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270-Professional

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CDL Drivers Needed Tuition Paid by Federal Grants or VA Benefits. 770-614-6022 or 1-877-GET-A-CDL Call and see if you Qualify in 5 minutes! dtruckschool.com TRUCK DRIVER Clean driving record, short hauls. Refrigeration exp only. CDL a must. 678-316-1750

Stuff 300 310-Appliances FREEZER- Upright. Kenmore. Frost free. $175. REFRIG- GE side-by side. $150 678-232-2843 WASHER & DRYER, Kenmore, Exc cond $250. 770-983-1507

320-Bicycles Folding Portable Bike- Citizens. Never Used! New: $169. Asking: $120. 678-617-5527

326-Cemetery Lots For Sale SxS plots Memorial Park South Negotiable. 770 826-1351

275-Restaurant

345-Furniture

CHEF & WAITRESS 8am-2pm. 893 Main St., Gainesville,GA.

Conference Table 4’x10’, dark wood, 8 overstuffed Chairs. $1200; Credenzabookcase & cabinet $300; 3 Small Tables $75 for all ; Sofa- multi-colored. $200. All Like New! By appointment Only 404-401-1542

New Shenanigans Restaurant & Irish Pub in Gainesville now hiring All Front & Back Of House Positions. Experienced applicants only. Please apply in person MonThurs, 11-3. Located at 212 Spring St. on the Square in Main Street Market bldg.Questions call 706-974-0049

279-Technical ELECTRONIC TECH wanted (Buford area) Military exp pref. Radar, Sonar, Ultrasound NDT/NDE pref. Competitive Salary, 401k, Health Insur. Fax resume & contact info to: 678-730-0777

280-Trades EXP’D PAINTERS ONLY. D/L Needed 770-503-9126 Exp’d PLUMBER needed. License preferred. 706-864-8777 (Mon-Fri). Local company seeks TIG WELDER with pipe experience. Weekends & drug screen required. Call 706-219-2244

Glass-top table set with six chairs. Perfect for that porch or patio. Table is smokey brown glass, some 5 1/2 ft by 3 1/2 ft. and the chairs are steel with brown cushions... and two chairs swivel! Excellent condition as has always been used and stored under cover. 678-828-9259 PUB TABLE - 4 CHAIRS w/leaf. Wood top with white base. Originally: $1100; Sell for: $495. 770-718-9884 TABLE - Cherry, w/ 2 drawers. 48x28. $65; PUB TABLE all wood, 4 stools. $395. 770-718-9884

350-Guns Heritage Revolver22 cal Convertible 22LR & 22 Mag. Made in USA (Rough Rider) 6-1/2 barrel with safety. New in Box. New Holster, New Hard Case. 100 rounds of L.R. 100 rounds 22 Mag. All $300. 404-406-8981

357-Lawn Equipment Singleton Marine Group in Buford is looking for a Marine Service Mechanic with 2+ years’ experience, valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record, and must have own tools. Experience with Sterndrive, Outboard, V-Drive, and Electronics a must. Certifications from Mercury, Volvo, Mercruiser, or other manufacturer a plus. Email resume with salary requirements to hr@singleton marinegroup.com.

285-Truck Drivers Immediate Openings Company Drivers CDL Class A with Hazmat. Flexible Hometime. Driver Friendly Freight. No Northeast Lanes. SIGN ON BONUS 877-893-9645 or apply: www.southernfreight.com Drivers- Run to Iowa and back! •up to $1,190 per week; regardless of miles •BC/BS benefits •Advance to SE dedicated Call 1-800-851-8651 kbtransportation.com Rogers Cartage Company is looking for Class “A” Drivers 10-14 days out (no local or regional) Applicants must have following: Minimum 6 months Class A Tractor Trailer Experience. Tanker/HAZMAT endorsements. Salary and benefits include: Blue Cross/Blue Shield Benefits ($16-$68/week) Paid Practical Miles - .43 loaded/.34 unloaded Profit Sharing & 401k Call Brian at 800-507-8848

SNAPPER riding mower 12HP 33” cut, good condition, $400 Flowery Branch 678-943-7436

365-Misc. For Sale Beauty Salon Styling Station; Hair Dryer; Shampoo Chair; lrg mirror. $75 ea. Filing Cbnt. $15 770-536-5625 COUCH, $175; RECLINER, $30; DINING TABLE w/ 4 chairs, $75; TV STAND, $20; PS2 GAME SYSTEM w/ games, $120; 48 in. Walk Behind MOWER, w/ accessories, $1800. 678-343-7265 ELECTRIC GOLF CART, w/ battery charger, windshield, mirrors, sand jars, cooler, like new, $2,800. 770-287-1171 EZ GO 2000. Electric, mag whls, enclosure. Good Cond. $1750. 678-316-1051 GOLF CLUBS- Full Set. Very Nice Bag. 2 dozen new balls. $98. 404-406-8981 Rocker- Outdoor 2 Seater brown, $50; Coffee TableBrown w/marble top 50x32, $50; Record Player- Crosley includes 75 & 33-1/3 records $75; 4 Bed Spreads, queen size $20ea; 770-535-9064

380-Pets & Supplies AFRICAN GREY PARROT-w/cage. 6yrs old. Talks. $600. 770-561-7618 CHIHUAHUA/ YORKIE- Mix. Adorable puppies. $125. 678-836-3605 GERMAN SHEPHERD- Pups. AKC. 3 females, 3males. Ready to go home 8/9/12. $750. 1st shots & dewormed. 770-654-3816

380-Pets & Supplies GERMAN SHORT-HAIRED POINTERS, 3 adults, (4) 7 week old pups, AKC reg., adults trained on quail. Call for prices. 706-348-3180

MALTICHON Half Maltese, half Bichon. Born 4/25/12, Vet ck. Health guaranteed. Male. Hypo allergenic & non shedding. $750. Martha, 678-313-4586 SHIH-TZU Pups. CKC. 6 wks old. 1st shots & wormed. $200 & up. Also Pit Bulls Available . 706-599-6068 or 706-491-2436 TOY POODLE AKC. Shots/wormed, various colors $350400. 706-865-1640

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435-Houses for Rent Unfurnished Brick split level 3br 21/2 ba LR, Dr, Den, wooded lot in town. $825 + dep. 770-532-2291 or 678-230-1647. E. HALL- 3BR/2BA w/bsmt. Paved drive. Cozy! No pets $850+ dep. 706-498-7440 LULA - 2 story. 3BR/2BA w/bonus rm & bsmt. No pets. $850/mo; $500/dep. 770-532-7134 MINI HORSE FARM. 4/3- Pasture w/barn. E. Hall. For sale or lease. 678-316-8281 N. Hall- 3/2. C/H/A, non smkrs, $800mo. 678-316-8209. Newly renovated 3/2 ranch with 2 car garage on large lot in Flowery Br.. $1200/m + Dep. Metro Brokers Agent/ 770-289-8605

Quaint House $550 mo. Candler Rd at I-985. 706-974-3360

445-Lake Homes for Rent 3BR/2.5BA 2car gar $795/mo $600/dep 678-316-5254

1 to 3BR‘s starting at $495. Move-in Specials! 770-536-0508

Lake Apt- Lrg. 2BR $250/wk. cable/utils. incld. 770-539-2938

1-2 BR Apt $450-570 + dep. Gainesville Call 404-643-8302 2BR/1BA Apt- Sardis area. $675/mo. Utils incld. 770-634-7099

2BR/2BA $685 3BR/2BA $785 Includes Water. Hurry-$99 Rent Move-In Special (wac). For details 770-533-9220 30 Days FREE $399 Moves U In! Spring Valley 1BR/1BA $625 up 2BR/2BA $675 up Brandon Place 2BR/2BA $675 1BR/1BA $575 Efficiency $475 POOLS - GATED Call Jacky Today 678-779-2687 NEWLY RENOVATED Townhomes for RENT. $875 /Mo, 4BR / 3BA. Call (404)812-8913 OAKWOOD 2BR/2BA $575 + dep (770) 967-6100 Oakwood- 2/1.5,yrd, safe, C/H/A $605$645. 678-357-5044

455-Mobile Home Sites for Rent RV LOT- Ext. Stay. $350/mo inclds all utils. Full hook-ups 678-250-6465

460-Mobile Homes for Rent 129S. 2/2 Priv lot. $155w; $400dp. No pets 770-533-3029 2BR/1BA $125wk We pay $100 toward utils. 3BR/2BA $125/wk. Large Dbl Wide $150/wk. No pets. 770-289-9142 2BR/1BA- Single wide, East Hall 706-654-0958 3/2 RABBITTOWN $620 +dep. No pets. 770-714-1992 Clermont 2BR C/H/A $145/wk.; $200/dep 770-654-4073 CLERMONT- 3BR dbl wide. Priv lot. $750. 770-841-9974 Starting at $85/wk 2&3BR, N. & S. Hall & Gainesville. 770-534-7596

465-Roommates Wanted MEN-Lowe$T. Fur Br, All priv + Xtras Oakwd. 770-530-1110 Someone to Share 3BR/2 full BA House, In City. $400 mo. 770-297-1163

Studio & 1BR Loft Apts- available “On The Square” in dwntwn Gainesville. great views, No pets. Lanier,404-202-7290

470-Rooms for Rent

415-Business Property for Rent

Efficiencies $115/wk & up incls. utils/ cable. 770-539-2938

OFFICE SPACE 600 sq ft., In City $600. 770-654-1457

420-Condos For Rent $700/m 2BR/2.5BA Remodeled-On Lake City. 770-533-2088 LAKE SHADOW Pool, Tennis, Specials Mthly. 770-568-9977

425-Duplexes For Rent 1BR in New Holland, stove, fridge & water furn. $375 +dp, Refs. no pets/770-654-8819

$120/wk, Furnished all utils & cable, W/D. kitch. 770-561-0781

Homes & Real Estate 500 523-House for Sale Large Family Home For Sale or Lease. in Murrayville. 5BR/ 4BA, large gar/shop. $1350/mo. 706-531-4319

1BR-$425; 2BR $595. 678-617-5073 678-637-4052 OAKWOOD- 2BR/ 1.5BA. $595mo. 678-315-7051 770-833-9437

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435-Houses for Rent Unfurnished

605-Boats & Marine

$0 Application Fee 3BR/2BA Homes All Appliances included Starting at $729/mo Exp. 07/31/2012 Call Sun Homes 888-246-2803 countrysidelakelanier. com EHO WAC

BAYLINER 1988 24 FT Cruiser, full cabin, 2 beds, runs great, $2900. 770-287-7830

3-5 Bdrm Homes Charming Lakefront w/bsmt. $925-1550/ mo. 770-539-4400 3/2 - $650- $850. Butch Hodges Properties, Inc. 770-540-0417 3BR/2 FULL BATHS plus Full Bsmt Apt Lake community, Flowery Branch. Furn or Unfurn $1600 mo. Owner/Agent 770-312-5584 3BR/2 Full Bths 3675 Maple Forge Ln $1050/mo + dep. 770-536-5625 3BR/2BA 2 car gar. $800dep; $800mo $25 Application fee. 678-617-4075 3BR/2BA- Sardis. $900mo. + dep. No pets. 770-714-1992

FLAGSTAFF 2006 30’, 5th whl, 2 slideouts, slps 8, $15,400. 706-892-4327 NICE CABIN w/ CAMPER- Lrg deck. Paradise Valley RV Park. Must See. Reduced, Must Sell! $79,900/obo. 770-536-6171 PARK MODEL 2008 RV. 12 X 36, used very little. C/H/A Steve 770-861-8114 PINNACLE 1992 by Thor, Class A Motor Home. 30’, Chevy 454, driven weekly, ps/pb, tilt, new tires, 2 roof A/C’s, 58k miles. Must Sell for health reasons. $8994/obo. Many Extras! 706-778-7267

FOUR WINNS 1997 Boat, New 5.7 liter V8 engine, only two seasons old with bimini top, CD player, ski's,wake and knee boards, ski pole, and jackets. Only asking $6500. Call 678-617-8868 REDUCED! BASS BOAT- 15 ft, 50hp Yamaha motor, trolling motor, fish finder, vest, boat cover, trailer. Lake Ready! $2,500. 770-718-7850; 770-869-0020

610-RVs & Travel Trailers BUMPER POOL 2005 Skyline Nomad Camper. 27.5” bunkhouse. Like new Must See! $8350 Also 2003 Dura Max Diesel with Allison auto. Wiil sell separate or pkg. 770-536-6171; 678-725-3290

735-Autos for Sale CHEVY 1990 Camaro RS. 305 V8, auto, new paint, Corvette rally wheels. Good Cond. $4250. 706-865-4468

CHRYSLER 2007 Sebring, white, local trade, 80K, $8,999 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200 FORD 1999 Escort Looks Good, Runs Great! 142k mlies $2500 OBO 678-736-1658 FORD 2001 Taurus SE, Runs, cold AC $1,500 obo, 850-376-1248 FORD 2003 Taurus 6 cylinder, 87,000 miles clean car. Have maintenance records. 3200.00 or OBO 770-535-5213 770-540-8709

STARCRAFT 2006 XP18RB Camper sleeps 6; A/C; lightweight; $5800 Call (770)861-8576

Wheels 700 710-Antique Cars/Trucks CADILLAC 1986 Sdn DeVille 89k, Exc 1 owner. $4000/obo. Possible truck trade 770-967-0751 CHEVY 1967 Chevelle SS 2dr Sport Coupe, ( A TRUE SS with a 396), red ext, black interior, automatic, This car is an older restoration -been garaged last 10 years and not driven much, New exhaust, NO RUST, we have original owner's manual and original sale invoice Absolutely beautiful car none any better for this price -$25,900 firm. Contact 706 265 5105/ 706 864 8959, dtruelove@northgeorgia.edu. SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY -Unfortunately we need to sell! FORD 1965 Mustang, Project car. Please call 770-540-8664 JEEP 1978 CJ5. Solid body with 3in lift. Runs Great! $6800. 678-617-4107 PONTIAC 1980 Trans Am. 70k mi, 2nd owner, runs, $4500 or Good Offer. 706-778-4978

715-Auto Parts CHEVY 1999 Malibu KIA 1997 Sportage Good motors & trans. $995/each 706-654-5619

735-Autos for Sale

MERCURY 1999 Grand Marquis, red, local trade, $5,791 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200

745-Import Autos

HONDA 2007 Accord, white, SE, V6, PW, PL, $11,555 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200

TOYOTA 2007 Camry, gold, XLE, local trade, $18,555 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200

VOLVO 2006 XC90, silver, AWD, loaded, nav., $11,999 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200

750-Motorcycles

HARLEY 2003 Davidson Ultra Classic, 100th Anniversary centennial edition Silver & black, loaded RARE! Only 27,700 miles. Runs Great, Sharp! ASKING $12,500. Call 770-654-5061 SUZUKI 2005. Boulevard C-50. 7 to 8000 mi, 1 owner. Exc Cond. $5400. 706-499-8356 YAMAHA 2007 Silverado. Black, 13k, loaded. $2800. 770-983-3170

BUICK 2003 Century, gold, custom, local trade, $6,777 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200

755-Sport-Utility Vehicles

CHEVY 2002 Blazer ZR2, 4x4, 139k. Almost new 32” tires. Exc Cond $4900/firm 770-687-9752

575-Mobile Homes for Sale FLOWERY BRANCH 4/2.5 D/W, 1.3 ac on cul-de-sac. $750/mo (Lease Purchase.) 678-982-2855

1BR-$595 In city, very nice! 678-617-5073 678-637-4052

610-RVs & Travel Trailers

Oakwood 3/1. $850. 770-287-1456 www. callapartments.com

410-Apartments Unfurnished

1-2BR Oakwood, $535 & up. www.callapartments. com 770-287-1456

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BUICK 2010 Lacrosse, silver, loaded, 14K, $24,999. MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200 CADILLAC 2001 DeVille DHS. 150k, 2nd owner. Tan/neut Nice Car. $3900/ obo. 770-533-1323

CADILLAC 2008 DTS, gold, heated/ cooled seats, $22,888 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200

CADILLAC 2009 SRX, grey, local trade, 18K, $27,999 MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200

JEEP 2006 Liberty, white, limited, 4x4, local trade, $9,888. MOSS ROBERTSON Call Today 770-535-2200

765-Trucks

CHEVY 2007 Silverado 2500. Ext Cab, brushguard, toolbox, bedliner, KC, CD & subs, chrome wheels, duals, 93k. Exc Cond. $17,300. 1 owner. 706-499-7470 CHEVY 2011 Silverado LT, Black Widow Edition, 35” Mickey Thompson tires, Lysholm Super Charger, lots of extras, 16K miles, $48,000. 706-348-3180 DODGE 1996 Dakota Club Cab. 133,051mi. V6, 3.9L, auto, pw/pl. $4000. 770-532-0708

CHEVY 2003 Corvette 50th Anniversary Edition. $26,500. Torch Red Excellent condition, low mileage. Corsa high-performance exhaust system. Rear window security apron. Road trip bra. 4 new Michelin run flat tires 4 winter wheel savers included. 678-571-9276

DODGE 2004 Ram 1500 QCab, 36K mi, 1 owner, $13,000. 770-519-3896 FORD 2004 F-250 SC, 4x4, 6.0 diesel, auto, 99k. $15,900. 706-892-4327 TOYOTA 2001 Tacoma, 5spd, reg cab, 172k, $5300/ obo. 678-897-1787

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Steve Conner, H.A.D. Hearing Aid Dispenser

Liliana Conner, H.A.D. Hearing Aid Dispenser

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Individual results may vary. AMP is not a custom molded device. Not all ears will physically accommodate an AMP hearing aid. Invisibility based on ear anatomy. Our hearing aids are custom-made in the U.S.A.

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