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Local community leaders respond to our question: What have we learned in the wake of the economic downturn and how has Baldwin County put it to use effectively? he most important lesson to be learned from the economic downturn is our future will be different than our past. We will have a new normal, and I am not certain what will be normal. Diversity in our employment will be imperative. While we will still have a significant state presence in Milledgeville, we will not have the numbers of state institutions and services we had years ago. The downturn has forced us to use the great assets we possess to attract different investors. Retirees and high tech and environmental industries are just some of the investors we will pursue. I believe we will be attractive to those type of investors as well as others. I am confident we will emerge from this economy a different but stronger community. Whatever awaits us in the future, our citizens should be assured their leaders work hard everyday to make Milledgeville the envy of the state.

Richard Bentley

Mayor City of Milledgeville aldwin County has learned a lot during our nation’s recent economic downturn, most importantly, we’ve discovered a lot about ourselves and our own resiliency. This community has taken a closer look at itself, identified weaknesses and strengths and worked toward improvement for the future. Through community forums held over the past several months, we were able to pinpoint some of our needs and local concerns and work together to move toward resolving them. By launching a community-wide campaign to get everyone behind the Work Ready program, Baldwin County was able to successfully become a Certified Work Ready Community, signaling to prospective employers that this community has a qualified workforce. Now, we are building on this momentum as we focus our attention on becoming a Certified Literate Community. We’ve also taken a look at our decrease in state jobs over the past several months and moved toward diversifying our job base. The past several months have been challenging for all of Baldwin County, but with construction beginning on the new prison, the Kroger shopping center and growth in small business development, we are taking some of the things the past several months have taught us, turning them into positives, and moving forward.

Keith Barlow

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think we’ve learned how to be a stronger community and we’ve learned how to pull together and work with a collaborative effort. We have created partnerships with various organizations throughout the community, and we’ve learned to utilize the resources that we have. What we have also done is work with the local educational entities to examine our deficiencies in education, and we are working with local businesses to strengthen our weak areas. We’re working with local churches within the community on education programs to assist people in getting their GEDs so that when the economic downturn turns around, they’ll be prepared to be a progressive workforce.

Linda Fussell

Chairwoman, Baldwin Co. Commission ommunity planners and economic development professionals all agree that diversity in employment is a critical component of an economically strong community. One thing I hope our community has learned through this crisis is that a large dependence on any one industry or organization, even if it is a state government is dangerous. As we move forward into what I think will be a bright future we must remember that lesson. We must also understand that in the world of today things move fast and change is the only constant. Business or industries that we have relied on for stable jobs in the past can be gone tomorrow, and we must always be working to improve our community and working to attract new businesses and new residents. Several groups in the community are to be commended for keeping a positive outlook in these tough times. The Chamber of Commerce and Partners for Progress are two organizations that are working hard to improve our community and think outside the box in how we can prepare for our future. The Communities in Schools initiative is working hard to reduce our illiteracy rate and encourage people to stay in school and get a better education. Currently 65 percent of the workforce in Baldwin County has a high school education or less. That lack of an educated workState Senator force is a challenge as we try to recruit industries and businesses for a 21st century R-Milledgeville economy. I like to remind people that when we lost the capitol to Atlanta in 1868, many people worried that Milledgeville would become a ghost town, but the leaders of the community back then did not give up, they worked with state government and with new businesses and industry and Milledgeville grew and prospered. If we remain positive and focused and work together, we can get through this crisis as well.

Johnny Grant

n the wake of the economic downturn, the devastation of the high job losses in a couple of industry sectors has caused Baldwin County citizens and leadership to realize how detrimental it is to invest the future of a community in the hands of so few. We’ve come to realize that a diversification in our industry and business is paramount to future success. We also realize that the jobs of the future require much different skills, especially in the area of manufacturing. We have risen to this challenge as is evidenced by our high enrollment numbers in our three college institutions and our efforts to become a Certified Work Ready Community. We are fortunate that the industries remaining in Baldwin County are strong and expanding. The GEO group recently announced its plans to build an $80 million facility employing 300 people, and there is every indication that new jobs and opportunities are on the horizon. People often find “what they are made of” during a crisis. Fortunately, we have found that the leaders of our community have the right stuff to move us forward. Without realizing that an economic downturn was approaching, a concerted effort was already under way to closely examine future economic development opportunities for Baldwin County. This group of leaders had the foresight to know that the Executive Director jobs that had always sustained us may not be there forever. Strategic planning sesMilledgeville/Baldwin Co. sions were held with experts from around the state who assisted in laying the Development Authority groundwork for future development. Those sessions confirmed that we can build upon the core assets of our community, such as posing ourselves as a great place for retirees to live. We are emerging as a micropolitan community embracing technology as can be seen through receipt of a $860,000 broadband award from the State of Georgia and a $1.5 million grant from the Knight Foundation, which has enhanced the work being done at the Georgia College Knight Community Innovation Center and Digital Bridges. These efforts to rebuild and reinvent continue through grassroots efforts such as the Chamber of Commerce Partners for Progress. We simply have no choice but to look ahead and seek out the positive. As the dust settles from a recessional whirlwind, we find there are deep-rooted attributes throughout the community that can and will sustain us. This community will not settle for simply convalescing from a wounding economy; our insurrection and resiliency will be noted.

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ore than anything else, we have learned how vital it is for the citizens, the businesses and the organizations that call Baldwin County home to work cooperatively to pursue viable new avenues for local economic development.

With unemployment in Baldwin County reaching as high as 17 percent this past February, we need to think outside the box in our efforts to bring economic recovery to our hard-hit region. Thinking outside the box led Georgia College to invest more than $7 million to restore and renovate the downtown Campus Theatre building. That effort now provides the community with a new retail bookstore, along with a coffee shop and theater performance space that can be rented for community use. Thinking outside the box enabled Georgia College to obtain a grant to start its Digital Bridges effort, providing the community with technology education and resources. In turn, Digital Bridges spawned the ShopMilledgeville effort, which both promotes local businesses and bolsters the economy by keeping our dollars here in the community. Thinking outside the box also has brought a new $28 million construction project to this community for our Wellness and Recreation Center on the West Campus. This project will provide work for numerous local sub-contractors, as well as bring new construction workers to the community. After opening in November of next year, the Center also will add new jobs for our community’s citizens. We also obtained a grant to promote Healthy Kids, Healthy Communities to establish community gardens and local bikeways and trails to encourage children and adults to develop healthier physical activities. All of these efforts show the university's commitment to the community and investment in its future. As the second largest employer in Milledgeville, Georgia College stands ready to work with the community to create strategies for attracting new, market-driven businesses to the area. Some promising initiatives are already underway. For example, the local chamber’s Partners in Progress economic President, GCSU development committee has been working to identify strategies for attracting industries that provide a good match for city and county assets-for instance, retirement communities, increased historic and recreational tourism, and internet-based small businesses. Organizations such as Communities in Schools of Milledgeville/Baldwin County are working to ensure that we have the educated workforce attractive to new business and industry by leveraging community resources to increase high school graduation rates and to address adult literacy challenges. We need to support such citizen driven efforts — they are keys to a brighter economic future.

Dr. Dorothy Leland

he loss of thousands of jobs in our community over the past two years is a major blow to our capability to maintain the quality of life we have been accustomed to over the past decades. The situation is described by the increase in crime, the exodus of families and businesses, and by the diminution of services due to the reduction of the tax base. Our outlook for the future is dimmed to the degree that we fail to recognize that the priorities for allocation of resources must be reordered to respond to the situation in which we find ourselves. First of all, continuing to support on-going activities that do not contribute to increasing the tax base must be considered for reduction or elimination by the City Council and the County Commission. Secondly, resources must be devoted to initiatives that have the potential to revive the community. Specifically, Milledgeville/Baldwin County must recreate itself as a community that has grown beyond its former descript of relying on the state as its industry of choice. Too, because of our isolation from major transportation routes, it is likely that we will not attract heavy industry… light industry being a probable and achievable alternative. Changing ourselves will require that we demonstrate that we are a literate community with a literate workforce and a life-style that is attractive. This requires a long-term view of how change is to occur. With three colleges and quality school systems there should be no reason for us to have an illiteracy rate of 25 percent. This cannot be attractive to any person, family, or business who might otherwise consider relocating to our community. We must pursue education initiatives that allow us to recreate ourselves as a literate community that offers an attractive quality of life.

Maj. Gen. Peter Boylan President, GMC

n the wake of the economic downturn, the Baldwin County school system has experienced dramatic loss of funding. Due to a decrease in state revenue, all school system employees have been affected by a reduction in contract days. Even in these very difficult times, we are seeing unprecedented improvements in student achievement, and I know that is, in great part, due to the hard work of our educators. The continuous improvement in student achievement tells me that we have some very dedicated educators in the Baldwin County school system. Although we are not at the end of the downward spiral, the commitment of the educators in Baldwin County is unsurpassed. This economic downturn has taught us that school improvement efforts do not stop because of the demise in the economy. The loss of revenue has prohibited us from exposing our students and teachers to various programs, but we have truly learned to do more with less. We have also learned how to identity and acquire additional resources from outside sources for our classrooms. Teachers have been really creative and innovative in their delivery of instruction. Our current economic situation has really made us work closer together. We have formed a stronger relationship with the community and learned the value of empowering each other in order to accomplish our mission. It is my strong belief that by working together, we can accomplish our mission of “Educate to Graduate.”

Geneva Braziel Superintendent Baldwin Co. Schools hat have we learned? Considering our recently acquired economic battle scars, we’ve certainly learned we need to be more proactive when preparing our businesses, organizations and employees in the event of another downturn.

I believe it is fair to say, this community and most working citizens inhibiting it have enjoyed a comfortable lifestyle in the past … some more than others. However, we became complacent and weren’t necessarily paying attention when the “big change” came along … meaning the recession. But, we have survived as a community. The feeling in the business community is “we are all in this together”, what can we do to support each other? There is much more attention being given to where supplies are purchased and services contracted, it is vital we continue to shop local. I have seen and heard evidence of businesses using each other in Baldwin County more than ever, this has to continue We have learned we need to be even more competitive with our workforce and this I’m proud to say is gaining ground quickly; we are awaiting the official word that we have reached the numbers necessary to become a Certified Work Ready community. However, it can’t stop there … another lesson learned, when a goal is reached, you raise the bar and continue improving. We have learned you cannot put all your eggs in one basket i.e. — the employment base should be more equal in types of business or service, preventing a major loss in the event an area of specific employment is affected negatively by conditions specific to that trade, the remaining employers are able to remain strong and even help absorb some of the losses. How are we putting these lessons to use effectively? Partnerships! The rise in business owners, retirees and employees seeking to Executive Director become involved is so impressive. I think our citizens and business owners are realizing the days of “they” need to do understand there Chamber of Commerce is no more “they;” it is now “we.” More and more stakeholders and citizens are coming together to make decisions affecting the future of this community and it is incredible exciting. I would encourage anyone interested in participating in some capacity to contact the Chamber and become involved in the Partners for Progress Initiative or Certified Work Ready or Certified Literate Community or even Shop Local and business development. The time in now and it’s now our time.

Tara Peters

s I reflect on the past year it is easy to think only of the negatives that have impacted Milledgeville and Baldwin County, as the downsizing of Central State Hospital, the relocation of Rheem, and the closing of the YDC for examples. But I also have seen firsthand a community committed to recovery, with city and county working together with every other agency in our community. I think we are learning the importance of working together toward a set of common goals, and that understanding will lead us into a recovery and an economically viable Milledgeville and Baldwin County. One example of this cooperation is the positive change in the Chamber of Commerce and its efforts to support the community. Becoming a Certified Work Ready community is a good example of what can be accomplished when groups work together. The Chamber membership is working through Partners for Progress to improve the high school completion rate and to become a Certified Literate Community, supporting all of our schools with the Partners in Education Program, supporting the Communities in Schools Program, working to become a Certified Retirement Community, and holding economic forums. There are a number of other goals and I hope everyone will contact the Chamber and become involved in these efforts to help our community recover. The Chamber also supports Digital Bridges and its efforts in the Shop Local campaign as a way to support local business and would like to see all businesses listed on the Shop Local website. I hope you can agree that our community has the potential for a great future. While it may not be what we knew, it will be a better community for all. The recovery and rebirth will require a commitment and effort by all in our community. I hope you will get involved.

Lyn Chandler President, Chamber of Commerce

e now know that small businesses are more important than ever to the downtown commercial district, the heart of our community. A body cannot be healthy without a strong heart. The secret to success is working through the National Main Street 4-Point Approach, using organization, design, promotion and economic restructuring to revitalize downtown within the context of historic preservation. Working partnerships with other organizations, local governments, and volunteers are important to promote a more vibrate and inviting downtown. Phase II of the streetscape design will soon be complete and next will come bike racks, new light pole banners and better signage for parking. These improvements will bring new businesses to downtown. Main Street/DDA has already paid out $4,000 to four downtown property owners in a 50/50 Façade Match Program and is now offering another round of up to $6,000 (funded by proceeds from the Deep Roots Festival). This annual fall festival brings in more than 14,000 visitors. The Junior Miss Scholarship Program helps to fund education, promote women in leadership, and produced another state champion this year. Our Milledgeville Marketplace Farmers’ Market brings in around 15 venders and 400 visitors each Tuesday from May until November. While providing a healthy eating alternative, it also creates jobs, helps the environment, offers arts and crafts, entertainment, and is a fun place to gather. Halloween and Christmas promotions will also help keep downtown alive. Merchants are adjusting business offerings and hours to accommodate the customer and market demand. Personal service not found at shopping centers gives them a winning edge. Georgia College just completed a $6.9 million rehabilitation of the Old Campus Theater, six new businesses have opened downtown in the past year and a plan is in the works to launch a contest to attract more new businesses. In addition, we have three developers who have received low interest loans to begin construction of retail mixed-use projects, complete with loft dwellings to keep people downtown 24-7.

Belinda Washlesky Executive Director Milledgeville Mainstreet/DDA

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Downtown Milledgeville in the Spotlight… NEW BUSINESS GCSU Campus Theatre

Milledgeville Marketplace Farmers' Market

Jitter Joe’s Blackbox Theatre Box Office Books

Milledgeville Marketplace Farmers' Market is back again in 2010! Located in the city parking lot at 222 East Hancock Street in Downtown Historic Milledgeville, the hours of operation for the Market will be 4 to 7pm every Tuesday from May 4th through November 29th. We hope to kick off our second season, as we did our first, with Bluegrass by T. P. and Sandra Holloman and friends!

Try the New Metropolis Cafe for fabulous Greek, Mediterranean, and Indian Cuisine & Hookah... Located at 138 North Wayne Street it is soon to be Milledgeville's next Bright Spot!

Milledgeville Brings Home the GOLD! Deep Roots Festival WINS at Kaleidoscope Awards

MIDA SWEET, CAFE & ICE CREAM SHOPPE NOW Serving Gelato & Open for Lunch & Dinner 201 South Wayne Street

On February 16th in Macon Georgia at the Southeast Festival and Events (SFEA) Conference, the Deep Roots Festival won 6 Gold Kaleidoscope Awards, including BEST EVENT. Other Gold Awards include: Best Website, Best T-shirt, Best Marketing Campaign, Best Single Print Ad, Best Banner. Silver Awards include: Best Event Program, Best Poster, Best Pin Bronze Awards include: Best Miscellaneous Printed Material. Milledgeville Marketplace Farmers' Market won the Silver for BEST NEW EVENT!

Jack & Darcy Jack & Darcy, Guys, Girls & Gifts Boutique is going gangbusters downtown on South Wayne Street in their newly rehabilitated historic building. Stop by Monday through Saturday to see what's new!

$8,250 in Scholarships awarded at the 2011 MilledgevilleBaldwin Junior Miss Competition

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Digital Bridges's Knight Community Innovation Center in now open to YOUR Business! Located at 127 W Hancock Street, let the Innovation Center be your tool to discovering the new trend in Marketing & Technology!

Georgia's Junior Miss Natali Gavanarova hailed from Milledgeville and placed in the top 10 during National Finals of America's Junior Miss in Mobile, Alabama last week. Natali has been awarded over ten thousand dollars in scholarship money for her participation in these events.

April Bragg 2010 Hands on Milledgeville Volunteer of the year. (Picture Above) Milledgeville Main Street congratulates the 2010 Hands on Milledgeville Volunteer of the year...Main Street/ DDA Board Member and Junior Miss Local Program Director~April Bragg.Thank you for all that you do for Milledgeville! We are lucky to have such a hardworking, compassionate person serving the community!

Amici Italian Cafe Completes Facade Match Project!

Streetscape Main Street/ Downtown Development Authority and the City of Milledgeville would like to thank you for your patience while we finish this streetscape beautification project in Historic Downtown Milledgeville.

Amici Italian Cafe located at 101 West Hancock Street, participated in the Milledgeville Main Street 50/50 Facade Match Program. With Milledgeville Main Street matching $1,000 of their $2,000 project, Amici was able to add a new awning to their building as well as replacing and staining wood around the outside of their building! It looks GREAT, so go check them out!! Other Recipients of the Facade Match Project • Digital Bridges • Oconee Outfitters • Allen McGee

Our Mission Statement is “To inspire public and private investment in the revitalization, preservation, and promotion of the downtown business district in order to strengthen the economic base of Milledgeville-Baldwin county (Adopted in 1996 by the Board of Directors. Reviewed and altered in May 2010.) The Vision Statement is “For Historic Downtown Milledgeville to be a vibrant and attractive destination for business, education, and community activity where people appreciated its rich history” (Adopted in 1996 by the Board of Directors. Reviewed in May 2010). Main Street produces the “Main Street Messenger” an e-newsletter every month.

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Why Join the Chamber?

he Milledgeville-Baldwin County Chamber of Commerce is the voice for business in our community. It is dedicated to improving the local economy and promoting policies that help businesses grow and prosper. And when you join the Chamber, you become part of a larger organization that can accomplish more than any single person or business can by itself. nhancing your business is what the Chamber is all about. As a member, you will enjoy a wide range of helpful services, including business referrals, advertising and promotional opportunities, seminars, and workshops -- plus a monthly newsletter to keep you in the loop. dvantages of joining the Chamber also include lots of networking, including our monthly “Business After Hours” -- a casual opportunity to meet and talk with your fellow Chamber members over refreshments and Hors d’oeuvres. embership in the MilledgevilleBaldwin County Chamber is a small investment that offers big returns, including a better business environment and a higher quality of life for you and the community.

Membership Benefits Programs & Services Annual Chamber Dinner Business After Hours Business in Baldwin EXPO Business of the Quarter Business of the Year Certified Work Ready Chamber Ambassadors Chamber Challenge Discounted Group Insurance Program Discounted Group Auto Insurance Program Drugs Don’t Work Economic Development

• Create a diverse economic development plan that effectively represents the needs and interests of our entire community; • Receive Georgia Work Ready Certification for Baldwin County; • Develop and maintain collaborative partnership through Communities In Schools that will strengthen advocacy and education efforts; • Continue Leadership Baldwin (adult and youth) program to develop new leadership for our community; • Develop a new information clearinghouse website to help businesses start and grow; • Develop a “shop local” campaign; • Promote and market Milledgeville as a Retirement Community. Develop a plan to become a nationally recognized Retirement Certified City and the first approved Georgia Certified Retirement destination. • Review Regional Commission’s needs assessment for public transportation and streamline the current options. Research potential funding sources for county-wide public transportation systems. • Provide a form of government for Milledgeville and Baldwin County that is efficient and ensures the economic welfare and safety of its citizens, business and industry now and in the future.

Chamber Membership Directory Networking Opportunities Web Page Listing Health & Life Insurance Weekly E-Newsletter The Link Magazine Ribbon Cuttings

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Date: October 12th Time: 3:00 pm - 7:30 pm 3:00 pm - 5:15 pm event is free to business professionals Place: GCSU Centennial Center Business After Hours/Chamber Membership: 5:30 - 7:30 Event is free to Chamber members, $10 to future Chamber members Disney Condo Vacation Get-Away to be raffled — 4 Bedroom - $20 per Ticket — Get your tickets now!!! (Maximum of 200 tickets to be sold!)

LEADERSHIP

EDUCATION • Develop and maintain collaborative partnerships that will strengthen advocacy and education efforts in Baldwin County. • Increase marketing and branding to foster awareness of CISMBC’s available services to schools, families, students and the community. • Identify strategies to attain sustainable and reliable funding for CISMBC. • Implement and grow volunteer and GCSU student involvement with CISMBC.

LEADERSHIP • Select 15-20 leaders and potential leaders to participate in Leadership Baldwin 2011. • Revise and update the alumni contact list and utilize current technology for communication. • Explore ways to more immediately match recent alumni with available leadership opportunities in the community. • Revise the Youth Leadership Baldwin program to be conducted monthly beginning in September and concluding in May. • Begin the process of establishing an alumni organization for Youth Leadership Baldwin.

RETIREMENT

• Create a diverse economic development plan that effectively represents the needs and interest of our entire community. • Execute a plan to accomplish the Georgia Work Ready Certification of our community by partnering with Central Georgia Tech, Digital Bridges, and the Development Authority in a week long campaign for completion. • Develop and implement a plan for college students to network with business leaders and investigate the possibility of offering incentives for businesses to hire local college graduates. • Create a web database where individuals who have completed their Certified Work Ready certificate can post their resume, which provides a database of qualified candidates to be utilized by hiring businesses. • Conduct a Business Resource Fair to include a capital investment workshop for business owners. Workshop will focus on options for securing loans to invest in business. • Create Master Plan for the redevelopment of the area between downtown and Central State Hospital.

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

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The mission of Partners for Progress is to create and maintain sound economic growth by defining and addressing Milledgeville/Baldwin County’s needs and opportunities.

BUSINESS

Milledgeville-Baldwin County Chamber of Commerce Goals 2010-2010 BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT • Redevelop a new information clearinghouse site that will be linked to the Chamber, CVB, Mainstreet and Development Authority websites to help businesses start and grow. • Develop an integrated marketing communications plan to promote Milledgeville as a business destination to targeted audiences. • Develop and implement a “shop local” campaign focusing at all levels of buying (consumer-to business and business-to-business).

RETIREMENT • Collaborate with Georgia College and State University Marketing Classes, the Chamber, the Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Development Authority and MainStreet to promote and market Milledgeville and Baldwin County as a Retirement Community. • Develop the criteria to become the first approved Georgia Certified Retirement Destination. • Develop a plan to become a nationally recognized Retirement Certified City.

TRANSPORTATION • Review Regional Commission’s Needs Assessment for public transportation in Baldwin County and submit final version to the Baldwin County Board of Commissioners. • Streamline current public transportation options. • Research potential funding sources from Housing Authority to provide buses within the low income areas. • Research other communities with similar demographics that have county-wide public transportation systems.

GOVERNMENT • Provide a form of government for Milledgeville and Baldwin County that is efficient and ensures the economic welfare and safety of its citizens, business, and industry now and in the future.

Milledgeville-Baldwin County Chamber of Commerce Accomplishments 2008-2010 LEADERSHIP

Developed and implemented a course for 9th grade students entitled, “Life 101 Business Basics” at Baldwin High School based on Stephen Covey’s “7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens.” The curriculum encompasses topics on interviewing skills, building a resume, personal and business ethics and facing challenges in the real world after graduation.

Every two years, we conduct an adult Leadership Baldwin program. There are over 175 leaders who have completed this bi-annual program. Many of these leaders are actively involved in some type of community service serving on boards and committees throughout Milledgeville and Baldwin County.

A “Stay In School” program is in its second year of implementation with complete support from the Baldwin County Board of Education and all schools within the system. The slogan of “Educate To Graduate” was used and a community campaign was launched. Banners were created, local media provided coverage, a back-to-school celebration was held at the football stadium and the Mayor provided a kick-off proclamation. Committee members initiated and incorporated Communities In Schools of MilledgevilleBaldwin County (CISMBC) to highlight the importance of literacy and education investment as a strategy for Milledgeville-Baldwin County’s long-term economic competitiveness. Partners for progress continues to partner with Communities In Schools through board member participation & financial support. CISMBC is brokering partnerships with our schools, parents, non-profit and business leaders — working together to raise the graduation rate and build a literate community. By initiating a community-wide collaborative, Baldwin County will be able to apply for more state and federal funding, provide additional services to our students and their families, support the efforts of teachers and parents, and avoid duplication of programs, ensuring more students in need are receiving support. CISMBC is a 501C3 non-profit organization aimed at helping students who are at risk of failure: stay in school, achieve academically, graduate, and become productive, contributing members of our community. In addition, CISMBC is developing a variety of programs and partnerships designed to address adult literacy. CISMBC is the lead agency working to meet the criteria required for Baldwin County to obtain Certified Literate Community status. Through a partnership with Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) and the Milledgeville Housing Authority, adult education/GED classes are currently being offered at Graham Homes Housing Authority to provide a convenient location for residents without transportation. The classes have been conducted at full capacity.

We also conduct the Youth Leadership Baldwin program every year and also have over 175 young leaders who have now participated in this leadership program. All of these students are selected by their principal and counselor at each of our area high schools (public and private).

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EDUCATION

An agreement was made with Big Brothers and Big Sisters to provide the selection and matching process for mentors and mentees. This program includes both a school and community based approach with mentors throughout the community. An in-house program that allows high school students to mentor elementary students began and has now expanded to include 9th and 11th grade students mentoring 1st through 3rd grade students. We currently have approximately 120 student matches.

We worked alongside members of Baldwin 20-20, elected officials and other community leaders to Research and conduct public forums to establish an Architectural Review Committee to develop and maintain building standards. There was much dissension throughout the community and a consensus was not achieved so the project was put on hold for further review at a later date. A beautification program was established called, “Keep America Beautiful.” A logo was created, along with a website to market the project. A standing committee was formed and several clean-up projects have taken place so far.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ECONOMIC DEVELOPOMENT

Established a Student Advisory Board at the Chamber of Commerce to integrate students’ needs into the marketplace, as well as become a channel of information to the community regarding the marketability of student talent. The role of the Student Advisory Board was redundant with other student community groups and did not reconvene after the first year.

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EDUCATION

A Business to Business Workshop was held at Georgia College and State University to give businesses the opportunity to discuss their products and services with other small business professionals and to explore mutually beneficial trade relationship opportunities. A community-wide Economic Development Forum was hosted in the Legislative Chambers at Georgia Military College. A presentation was made highlighting the challenges and opportunities for both our local area and the greater middle Georgia region. An overview was presented on past and future development plans and projects, followed by an open forum to listen to the concerns, issues and ideas of local leaders, businesses and individuals throughout the community. There were over 200 people at the first forum and 100+ at the second meeting. A workshop was held to address the top ten issues affecting businesses in our area and the appropriate individuals or businesses were involved to assist with the issues. Technology workshops are being hosted by the new Knight Innovation Center, Digital Bridges, for local businesses to help them bridge the gap between their needs and the technologies that are available to make them more productive and efficient.

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HSIDE TIR T U O

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Milledgeville Office 185 Roberson Mill Rd. Milledgeville, GA 31061

478-452-9358 1-800-932-BEST

Your Local

FORECLOSURE SPECIALIST 281 Jule Ingram

Lake Sinclair!

348 Normandy Rd.

4BR/3BA 2 half baths 1.51 acres Over 3000 Sqft A must See!

Lake Oconee!

Lake Sinclair!

74 Holly Harbor Ln.

REDUCED REDUCED

140 Pennington Rd.

356 S. Steel Bridge Rd.

REDUCED

Almost 2 Acres on Lake Sinclair 3BR/2BA Open Floor Plan

Rent Rent to to Own Own

1800 Tanglewood Rd.

Janet Merklein 478-387-6422

111 Sweetgum Dr.

Rent to Own Own Rent to

Reduced Reduced

Kathy Stewart 478-804-3225

Johnny Speights 478-251-8020

3BR/2BA 1579 SqFt 1.18 Acres Brick Home $119,900

132 Shelton Way 1BR/1BA Lake Cabin Recently Remodeled Granite Counters

Great View! Resticted Site Built Only $125,000

Heather Dickey 478-454-7953

3BR/2BA 1506 SqFt Logan’s Bluff $109,900

124 Nealys Way

REDUCED

Lake Sinclair

4BR/3BA Inground Pool Completely Remodeled Fenced in Backyard $149,000

180 Faith Dr.

LT67 Lake Crest Dr.

0.85 Acres Homesite Cleared Gravel Driveway $109,000

Lewis Brookins 478-451-9372

Carrington Woods 4BR/3BA Inground Pool 2400 SqFt Completely Remodeled $124,070

3BR - 2.5BA 1787 SqFt Vaulted Ceilings $129,900

3BR/1.5BA 1642 SqFt Hardwood Floors $104,000

370B Possum Point Dr.

Heather Darden 478-804-1519

Gated Security at Lake Oconee 3BR/2.5BA 1632 SqFt Master on Main

361 Glenhaven Dr.

2BR/2BA - 2 Story - Fenced in yard - Fruit Trees - 1 Acre $90,000

70 Acres! 2 Creeks run through property. Property is covered with timber. 2 Barns

486 Sara Hunter Ln.

Logans Bluff 3BR/3BA Full Finished Basement 2355 SqFt $124,900

1156 Frazier Rd.

6BR/6BA 3700 SqFt 12.27 Acres Marble Flooring Granite Countertops A Must See!

3BR/1BA Move In Ready! Refinished Hardwood Floors $70,900

140 Ayden Circle

3BR/2BA 1900 SqFt Inground Pool Large Patio Area Fenced in Backyard $149,900

4BR/3.5BA 2980 Sqft 3.85 Acres Large bonus room upstairs New carpet $114,900

1338 Oconee Springs Rd.

1753 Stone Meadow Dr.

Immaculate Views Concrete sidewalk to lake

Lake Lake Sinclair Sinclair

Lake Sinclair 4BR/3.5BA 150+ ft of water frontage 2400 Sq Ft Hardwood Floors

300 Port Laz Ln.

Northside Baldwin Co 3BR/1.5BA Fenced in Backyard 1 Car Garage $69,900

Wilkinson Co Co.

1051 Hwy 212

101 Oak Ave.

4BR/3BA 1500 SqFt Hardwood Floors Covered Decks 121 Feet Water Frontage

Lake Lake Sinclair

5BR/2BA 3656 Sqft New Carpet Great view, great location!

108 Cold Branch

2505 Grandview Dr. - Units A&B Duplex 2BR/2BA on each side Great Investment

158 High Hill St.

Mary Parham Copelin 478-696-3671

Brian Butler 478-696-3244

Marie Skinner 478-232-9268

Ande Herren 478-414-6409

478-452-9358 • 800-932-BEST

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La Fête

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Mr. Jon C. Peeler Executive Coordinator Proprietor

478-453-2611

www.lafetespecialevents.com • LaFete4event@yahoo.com

Upcoming Events FREE

Christmas • Open House • Extravaganza

Sunday November 28, 2010 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Coffee, tea, hor' d'oeuvres, desserts, lots of Christmas ideas, Exclusive Door Prizes and much more...

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Here are a few of our great services that show our Investment and Committment to Baldwin County.

Electronic Health Records Oconee Center has been committed to serving individuals for over 40 years. Our Mission states that we aim " to provide high quality and cost effective behavioral health care services that meet customer expectations". Part of providing high quality has come with the implementation of electronic health records (EHR) that began in October of 2008. Research has shown that in many cases EHRs can decrease wait times for treatment, decrease errors related to duplication of information and decrease errors related to medication administration. Overall, EHRs have been shown to improve overall satisfaction for individuals. Also, because environmental safety and efficiency is so important, EHRs adds that extra environmental savings related to producing less paper and waste that would otherwise possibly go into landfills. With the implementation of EHRs, Oconee Center has been able to better serve the individuals of the community and looks forward to moving onward and upward to exceed customer expectations.

Jeremy Mills Administrative Director

Mental Health Services

Ezekiel McWilliams Clinical Director

Oconee Center is a public corporation, designated by law as a Community Service Board. Our mission is to provide high quality and cost effective behavioral health care services that meet the customer expectations. We have been in operation for over 40 years, the center has service sites throughout a six county area with its main sites located in Milledgeville and a satellite office in Washington County. Over the years, we have provided and will continue to provide the following services to children and adults. Psychiatric Treatment, Psychological Testing, Diagnostic Assessment, Individual Counseling, Group Counseling, Family Counseling, Nurse Assessments, Community Support, Supported Employment, Residential Supports, Personal Support, Medication Management, Comprehensive Treatment planning, Psychosocial Rehabilitation, Peer Support, Substance Abuse and Developmental Disabilities services. Oconee Center is accredited by CARF and licensed in the state of Georgia as a Community Mental Health Center. Our major contracts are with the State of Georgia and we are a Medicaid/Medicare provider whose mission is to provide Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Developmental Disability services.

Residential Services We offer different levels of services starting with Intensive Residential Services, this is an intensive 24/7 house which assist with consumers coming from the Regional Hospitals and the jail system. These individuals require assistance with all aspects of daily living in a home-like environment which incorporates individual needs and choices in the recovery process. Included with the services is a Recovery Home which is for individuals who are recovering from addictions to drugs, alcohol and or both. The next level that we offer is Shelter Plus Care/ Independent is to assist individuals to successfully maintain stable housing, continue with their recovery, and increase self sufficiency . The last level of assistance that we offer is Shelter Plus Care/Independent Residential Services, this level provides supportive housing for homeless persons with mental health, substance abuse, developmental disability or co-occurring disorders. Shelter Plus Care exists to help restore, develop and maintain skills in functional areas that support the individual's ability to live in the community.

Connie Johnson Residential Coordinator

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Gymnastics

Karate

Cheer

Fit Kids After School

Dance

Birthday Parties Ages 2-10 yrs.

Basic Party — 1 / hours

Elite Party — 1 / hours

Includes: 45 minutes in gym area (games & play) 45 minutes in party room for cake & presents In the basic party, you are the hostess. You supply everything. We entertain the children in gym area for 45 minutes. You do the rest. 1-12 invitations (plus birthday child) . . . . . . . . .$140 13-23 invitations (plus birthday child) . . . . . . .$180

Includes: Personal party hostess 45 minutes in gym area (games & play) 45 minutes in party room for cake & presents We supply cake, ice cream, drinks, party bags & balloons to fit your theme. You bring your camera and enjoy your guests. We take care of everything! 1-15 invitations (plus birthday child) . . . . . . . . .$235 16-23 invitations (plus birthday child) . . . . . . .$285

Non-refundable deposit of $5000. Balance due the day of the party.

248 Log Cabin Road Milledgeville

(478) 454-3446 “Celebrating 18 years of keeping kids fit.”

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Choices. America is all about choices. What to buy, what to wear, what to drive...no other people have more choices than Americans. You also have a choice as to where you go for outpatient medical services...lab work, cancer treatment services, wound healing services, X-Rays, MRI’s, CT Scans or rehabilitation services like Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy or Speech Therapy. These services are vital to your accurate diagnosis and recovery from illness or injury. Let Oconee Regional Medical Center be your first choice for Outpatient Services. With the latest equipment, highly trained staff and convenient location, you can expect excellent care with hometown hospitality. Remember...you have a choice. When your doctor prescribes Outpatient Services, say, “I’d like to go to Oconee Regional Medical Center.”

Outpatient Services at Oconee Regional Medical Center Medical Laboratory Radiology Rehabilitation CancerTreatment Wound Healing

Focused on Healing...Focused on You.

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Jim Fain After over 20 years in advertising and marketing sales management, Jim transitioned into the insurance world in 2007. Jim hopes to have a successful business in insurance the same way he excelled in his previous career — with outstanding customer service. Beckham Fain Insurance has INVESTED in people, like the newsest employee, Lucy Armstrong — licensed sub agent who joined us September 15th!!! A Milledgeville resident!!!!!

He has positioned himself with strategic partners and insurance carriers to make sure he can deliver great coverage with a top notch service level. He is active in his community as a current board member with Milledgeville/Baldwin County Chamber of Commerce,serving as Vice Chair of Member Development, the Georgia Military Junior College Football Booster Club, and on the advisory boards of Macon's Middle Georgia Community Food Bank,and Middle Georgia Transplant Foundation. He is past golf chairman of the central Georgia March of Dimes annual golf tournament, past Ambassador for the Macon Bibb County Chamber of Commerce and past graduate of Leadership Macon. He served as the Baldwin County Youth Baseball and Softball association vice president 2000-2003.

In 2010, Jim was named the Oconee Area Vice-Chair of the United Way Campaign. He currently serves on the Central Georgia United Way Executive Board of Trustees,representing Milledgeville and the surrounding area. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family. He is married to the former Tina Beckham and they have three sons, Ashwin, Aiden and Adison. He and his family are partners at Northridge Christian Church in Milledgeville. He also enjoys sports, and playing golf and coaching youth league sports.

Dozens of A+ Carriers

“Coverage You Can Depend On, From People You Know” 800 N. Jefferson St. • Milledgeville, GA 31061 • 478-804-0066 www.beckhamfainins.com

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Please join us for our

Fall Festival on Wednesday,

October 27 at 6 pm at the church

Bring the famil y out to play at the

Pumpkin Patch Oct 12-30, 20 10 Monday-Friday 9 am- 7 pm Saturday 10 a m-6 pm Sunday 1-6 pm

First United Methodist Church 366 Log Cabin Road Milledgeville

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Investing in our Community

1978 – 2010

32 years & counting!

aptain D’s has enjoyed over 32 years in business here in the Milledgeville/ Baldwin County community. Our business has afforded the leadership many opportunities to be a part of and give back in many different ways over the years. Milledgeville is a very competitive market for all businesses and especially those in the restaurant industry and we welcome that. Any industry that would choose our community as a place for their business is great and would soon find out why. The leadership with our community in city and county government will do all they can to make Milledgeville the “BEST” choice for them. In 2005 Captain D’s moved its business to a new location in front of the Wal Mart that itself had relocated also in 2003 and we are enjoying continued success. The one area of investing back in the community that Captain D’s has enjoyed the most over the years has been our involvement in the schools. Milledgeville / Baldwin County have an excellent education system public and private and we have had the opportunity to volunteer, serve and participate in so many meaningful ways. Serving and Leading is what’s expected from the leadership at Captain D’s and we plan to continue. As the Area Partner for our Captain D’s I decided this year to run for the Board of Education in District 5 with the plan of elevating my serving and volunteering to a new level as an elected member of the BOE continuing to serve and lead in our community. Education in our community is one of the key elements of ensuring that Milledgeville remains competitive for all businesses and especially those that would consider Milledgeville/Baldwin County as a destination to build or relocate their business therefore bringing new jobs, increasing the average income rate, reducing the crime rate and adding revenues. The future of our community is dependent on that now more than ever. Georgia has high standards of learning and achievement and we need to hold ourselves on the board accountable to those same standards as BOE members but most of all doing all that we can to help Baldwin County Schools achieve these high standards of learning. Milledgeville is at a crossroads and as we prepare to “Redevelop” who we are this can only be done with a superior Education system with high achieving leaders at all levels in the school system. I plan to bring over 30 years of being in the business world as a leader and over 18 years intimately involved in our school system to enhance the quality of leadership, opportunities for every child regardless of economic status, business decisions during a tough economic time and safety of our local school systems. We have to be prepared in our schools to reach out to every family with children from birth and walk side by side with them till each student acquires the knowledge, character, skills, attitudes, patience and behavior to become productive citizens within this community and in their career choice. “Birth to Career” Providing students with these opportunities to be their best will be what I will work for every day as a BOE member / Leader and Servant. Captain D’s is proud to be a part of this community and even more proud of the many kids over the years we have been able to work with by volunteering in our schools and we plan to continue that through the Partners in Education (PIE) program that is coming back to the schools from the Chamber of Commerce / Partners for Progress (PfP). This program will allow all of us in business to join forces and work together in our schools and community as we become “Partners for Progress” to make a difference.

1892 N Columbia St. • Wal-Mart Shopping Center • Milledgeville

478-452-3542

Wes Cummings Area Partner Captain D’s

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STAGE I Tammy English

FAMILY HAIRCUTTERS

Brianna Callaway

Let one of our stylists give you the look you want. Dawn Knight

478.452.4725 or 478.452.5214

Amanda Hall

Open 7 Days A Week Monday - Friday 9am - 8pm Saturday 9am - 7pm • Sunday 1pm - 5pm Located in the Milledgeville Mall

Lisa Mullis

Mike Register

Callie Register

Julie Marchman

Jimmy & Beverly Knight Owners

Styling the families of Milledgeville for 33 wonderful years! They’re our friends and our neighbors.

Receptionist Assistant

Hannah Bell Receptionist Assistant

Product Line: Paul Mitchell Redken Matrix

Katy Siebenmorgan

Megan Tanner

Jenny Moore Receptionist Assistant

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Darrell Black Owner

1995

1988

• Residential • Commercial • Churches • Schools

2009

• Trained, experienced & certified sales staff • Expert installation • Free estimates • Unbeatable in-store specials

Middle Georgia’s Finest Showroom

50 Hwy 22 W • Milledgeville, GA Across from Walter B. Williams field

478-452-0111 • 800-272-7740

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Over 20 Years serving our community as local residents & business owners We want to continue to give back to our community by providing quality products, services and jobs as we have been for over 20 years.

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After 18 years in Baldwin County,

we’re still going strong!

Sales Professionals of Bill Kent Hyundai

Owner Bill Kent and the administrative staff

Come and Visit our New Service Facility

Home of the

$22.95 OIL CHANGE in 30 minutes or less or its FREE!* Service Department

*Maximum 5 Quarts. Excludes diesel.

“We Now Service ALL GM Vehicles with AC Delco Parts” 2520 N. Columbia St. • Milledgeville, GA • 478.452.7001

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JOHN MILLEDGE ACADEMY

Celebrating 40 years

Experience the John Milledge Difference Alumni Weekend Nov. 5-6, 2010 For a list of events visit the Alumni page at www.johnmilledge.org 197 Log Cabin Road • Milledgeville

Are you in? 40/30 CLUB Voted Best School in Baldwin County 2008-2009 and 2009-2010 NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATORY POLICY AS TO STUDENTS John Milledge Academy admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin and does not discriminate in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, and athletic and other school programs.

Member: Georgia Independent School Association Accredited by: Georgia Accrediting Commission

For this year only, in recognition of JMA’s 40th year of excellence and Headmaster Larry Prestridge’s 30th year of dedication, we are asking everyone in the Trojan Family to join the 40/30 Club by donating at least $40 to JMA’s Capital Campaign for 40 years of educational excellence and $30 to JMA’s Annual Loyalty Fund for 30 years of dedication by Mr. P. For more information contact Jason Miller at jmiller@johnmilledge.org or 478.452.5570 ext 219

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Involved & Investing in Baldwin County 358 Blandy Way • Milledgeville, GA • www.rjiinc.net

(478) 454-1184 • (478) 454-1185

Leviton (wiring devices) Senator (wire & cable) Crouse Hinds (boxes & covers) Arlington (snap-tit diecast fittings Madison (steel fittings) Howard (lamp & ballast) Ipex (pvc fittings & condulets) B-Line (strut & spring steel fasteners) Amfico (steel & non-metallic liquidtite fittings) E-Box (screw cover & gasketed boxes) Conduit (steel, pvc, & greenfield flex) 3M (tape & wire nuts) Ideal (wire nuts) Land Contact (GE & Siemens) Miscellaneous (threaded rod, couplings, pigtails, cable ties & ground rods)

358 Blandy Way • Milledgeville, GA

478-414-1009

www.electricalaccessorysales.com

Photos by Vaishali Patel/The Union-Recorder

Randale and Renee Johnson with their sons Zander Dean and Tyler Snead

• 24 Hour Construction Service • 30-40 Minute Response Time, On Site arrival within 1-2 Hours • All Construction Repairs: Roofing, Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, Masonry, Flooring, Foundation,Vinyl Siding, Gutters, Fence, etc. • Professional, Local & Reputable Subs • Remodeling or New Construction

Call (478) 452-7681 for estimate & information

(478) 414-6925 www.oldcapitolfence.com

Our fully trained staff will provide the attention to detail and exemplary service you expect in home cleaning and office cleaning services. We offer a full range of home cleaning and commercial cleaning services. In addtion to maid services, we ofer janitorial services and carpet cleaning services. Regardless of the size of he job, we offer a personal touch and meticulous attention to detail.

• Janitorial/Custodian Service • Total Home or Office Cleaning • Locally Owned & Operated

All Purpose Cleaning www.allpurposecleaning.net

(478) 454-1184

Custom scheduling, offering a quality product and personal attention to detail enable us to have pride and satisfaction in our work. Our Clients come first and it shows!

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SOUTHSIDE EQUIPMENT 140 East Andrews Street • Milledgeville, GA 31061 (478) 452-5523 or 800-659-6763

STRONG, DEPENDABLE AND COMMITTED!

Serving our community and surrounding counties for over 28 years.

October 2, 2010

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2011 Nissan

2010 Nissan

Versa 1.8s*

Altima*

2010 Nissan

Frontier Crew Cab*

#187455

#377218

SAFETY RATING

2 IN STOCK

Automatic & A/C

$499 cash or trade down payment 72 Mos, WAC, fp of 12,784, 3.99 apr + tax, tag & title fee

499 $ 199MO DOWN $

You Pay

Automatic, Power Windows CITY HWY & Locks

You Pay

16,995

Sentra* #692278

You Pay $

499 DOWN

Rogue* #027452

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You Pay

6 IN STOCK

18,995

SAVE $ 1600

15,500

21,465

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Intell. Key, Push Button, Loaded $

Alloys, Moonroof, Push Button Start, Dual Temp Control, Bluetooth

29,995

2010 Nissan

SAVE $ 2800

Titan

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Compare to Acura and Avalon! Test Drive!

SAVE $ 2770

You Pay

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370 Z*

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Maxima SV*

Xterra*

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2010 Nissan

Equipped AT, $ PW, PL

25,995

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Cube* Alloys, PW & PL, ABS You $ Pay

LOADED

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SAFETY RATING

2010 Nissan

MSRP $17,100 CHILDRE DISCOUNT $1,100 REBATE_________________$500

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2010 Nissan

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at Similar Savings

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2010 Nissan

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MSRP $30,880 CHILDRE DISCOUNT $3522 REBATE________________$4000

You $ Pay

23,358

*Dealer retains all rebates and incentives if applicable, with approved credit, prices plus tax, tag, and title doc fees.

08 Honda CRV LX

‘08 Ram 1500

All Power, Auto, Very nice

‘10 HHR LT

V8, All Power, Bedliner

17,999

All Power, 8K Miles, Like New

17,999

Chrome Wheels, Sunroof, Loaded, Only 31K Miles

Leather, Sunroof, Alloys, Loaded

‘00 RAV 4L

‘08 Jeep Compass

‘09 Chevy Silverado

Auto, All Power, Alloys, Super Nice

Crew Cab, LT, Factory 20” Wheels, Leather, Super Nice

Sunroof, Alloys, All Power, Very Nice

6,999

David Bullard

10,999

12,799

Antonio Roberson

Ben Harned III

Charlie Downs

All Power, Automatic, Alloys, Great Gas Mileage

Great Gas Mileage, AC, Only 20K Miles

13,999

Auto, All Power, Bluetooth

SE, 4x4, All Power, Tow Package, Like New, only 20K Miles

10,999

13,999

8,999

‘05 Frontier Nismo 4x4

All Power, Automatic

Sunroof, Auto, Bedliner, Rockford-Fosgate

24,999

Clark Moye

Paul Leverett

Jason Childre

‘07 Sentra 2.0S

Jimmy Childre

3,999

Automatic, Bedliner, V8

‘08 Nissan Titan Crew Cab

24,999

All Power, Very Nice

25,999

‘09 Nissan Versa

13,999 ‘10 Nissan Cube 1.8S

Leather, Sunroof, Loaded

72 mo. 4.35% APR

‘09 Ford Focus SE

Leather, Automatic, Very Nice

11,999

14,999

259/mo

‘00 Buick LeSabre

‘10 Maxima 3.5 SV

‘07 Nissan Titan King Cab

‘08 Maxima 3.5 SL

Sunroof, Leather, Loaded

14,999

‘05 Ford F-150 FX4

Leather, Sunroof, Factory Chromes

66 mo. 5% APR

339/mo

‘04 Nissan Maxima

All Power, DVD, Very Nice

Auto, AC, Loaded with Power Equipment

‘05 Nissan Murano SL

72 mo. $ 4% APR

239/mo

‘06 Nissan Quest 3.5S

04 Toyota RAV - 4

‘07 Envoy SLE

16,999

10,999

Josh Coffey

Jeff Raines

Caleb McDade

Chan Lucas

SERVICE OPEN SATURDAY Roy Rogers

Oil & Filter Change

Pot Hole Special

On Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep

Our Lowest Price Ever!

$ Ernest McDowell

Marion Bonner

95 $ with coupon

INCLUDES: • Change engine oil (up to 5 quarts) • Lube Chassis • Change oil filter & replace w/ filter

88 with coupon

plus tax, enviro fees, & shop supplies

INCLUDES: • Precision 4-Wheel alignment • Adjust caster, camber & tow (where applicable)

179 15%

Cooling System Service Front Brake Service

95 $ with coupon

plus tax, enviro fees, & shop supplies

95 with coupon

plus tax, enviro fees, & shop supplies TITAN, ARMADA & QUEST slightly higher

INCLUDES: • Inspect & test radiator for leaks • Drain and flush radiator • Install 1 gal. of anti-freeze • Check hoses, clamps, & belts • Pressure test system for leaks

Tom Hines

INCLUDES:

OFF

• Replace front brake pads • Inspect rotors, drums & calipers • Resurface rotors if needed • Check brake fluid level & condition • Check brakes on rear axle

Must present coupon when order is written. Not valid with any other offer. Valid only at Childre Nissan.

EXPIRES 10/30/10

Diagnostic Repair on any Chrysler, Dodge or Jeep

Ben Harned Jr

James Spivey

EXPIRES 10/30/10

Sheila Leverett

Ron Wooten

126 Roberson Mill Road • Milledgeville Robert Hartry

Eric Spivey

478-452-5535

Melida Sanford

Katie Mason

Josh Price

Barbara McCann

www.childrenissan.com Donald Weekly

Aaron Jackson

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm * Advertised prices and payments do not include tax. Subject to credit approval. † EPA highway estimates.

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Sherry

Chelsea Amy

Kathy

Dawn

ZJOVAN

Dirk

KIT

Teresa

Dannette

Carol

Kimberly

October is Customer Appreciation Month

Jill

Kaitlin

20 Years in Milledgeville

Designing Line Salon 100 Chase Ct. and Garrett Way Milledgeville, GA

478-452-3338

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HEATING & AIR Locally Owned & Operated Owners- David & Jill Ussery

Over 10 Years in Business Sales • Service • Installation Duct Cleaning Commercial & Residential Service Contracts Available

Before You Buy…Call Us 2 Locations Milledgeville & Lake Oconee

478-453-COOL HEATING & AIR

630 Meriweather Rd • Suite G

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NEW YORK CITY. HAWAII. THEY’RE JUST AROUND THE CORNER IN MILLEDGEVILLE. Century Bank & Trust is bringing our community together through travel. Our CeleBraTions Travel Club is all about people enjoying one another as they venture to exciting destinations. Our members set their sights on exotic places such as New York and Hawaii while discovering new friendships to last a lifetime. And while the bright lights of Broadway and the warm sands of Maui are inviting, members of the CeleBraTions Travel Club also share a common sense of financial purpose in their lives. Century Bank & Trust has established a FREE CeleBraTions Travel Club Checking Account* for our members. Among its benefits are: • Travel Club membership • Free personalized Club checks • Free checking with no minimum balance required, other than the $10,000 total blended, collected balance required among eligible accounts with us • Free 3 x 5 Safe Deposit Box • Free Online Banking and Online Bill Pay • Free Anytime Access Telephone Banking • Free ATM/Debit Card • Fee-Free Traveler’s Checks *Free account is subject to Travel Club membership eligibility requirements. Contact us for details.

To find out more, contact: Nancy Buchanan Celebrations Travel Club Director (478) 453-3571 nbuchanan@centurybankonline.com

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BUSINESS SUCCESS DOESN’T HAPPEN BY ACCIDENT Visit historic downtown Milledgeville and it’s likely you’ll want to step through the doors of Aubri Lane’s, where wonderful food and drink is blended with a family-owned atmosphere that makes you feel at home. It’s also a business which has enjoyed success through hard work, a solid plan, an eye on tomorrow, exceptional service and having a bank upon which to rely: Century Bank & Trust. For more than 100 years, Century Bank & Trust has defined relationship-based banking in our community. We’ve invested our resources and efforts to help families achieve their dreams and business owners to succeed. From

tailored loan solutions to comprehensive accounts and financial services, Century Bank & Trust offers longstanding traditions of truly serving our customers. Your success is our success. Drop in to enjoy the spicy shrimp at Aubri Lane’s. It’s a wonderful taste of our local culinary talent and a business of which we’re proud to be a part of their history, just as we’re proud of our service to generations of families and business owners. That’s what true community banking is all about.

DOWNTOWN 141 S.Wayne St. l (478) 453-3571 NORTHSIDE 1800 N.Columbia St. l (478) 453-7631

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Pictured Above (l to r): Bobby Brown, Nancy Brown, Traci Medders and Jason Medders

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U niqueandP roducts T reatments Beautiful surroundings, tranquil music, soothing personnel, professional service, complimentary beverages,rejuvenating aromatherapy...complete serenity.

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TOURS

THE OLD GOVERNOR’S MANSION

Regular Tour Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Sunday 2:00 pm - 4 pm

Special Curator’s Tour and our new Labor Behind the Veil Tour by Appointment

Candlelight Tours December 11th, 14th and 18th 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Each Night

Gifts with a Southern Flair Tues-Sat 10am-4pm • Sun 2pm-4pm

478-445-SHOP(7467) 120 S. Clarke Street (Entrance on W. Greene St.)

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Treating Bariatric Patients Sensitivity is needed not just for the patient but for the family as well By: Lynne King The physician of a man who had fallen and sustained a hip fracture ordered a CT scan to confirm the diagnosis and determine treatment. An EMS unit received a call from the physician for a non-emergency transport of the patient to a local hospital. Upon arriving at the man’s home, the EMS unit realized they were to transport a bariatric patient who was 6 feet, 4 inches tall and 350 pounds. Due to his weight, after they secured the patient safely into the ambulance, the EMS unit had to travel to three different hospitals before they could find one that could accommodate a bariatric patient for a CT scan.Through the entire process of traveling from hospital to hospital, the patient and his family had to listen to the insensitive and embarrassing discussions of how to lift him on a stretcher, who would help lift him, and if the hospital even had a bed that would

accommodate him. Treating bariatric patients is a sensitive matter and requires specialized equipment. Chaplinwood Health & Rehabilitation is announcing a new program for shortterm rehabilitation or long-term bariatric care.The skilled nursing center understands that sensitivity is needed to treat a bariatric patient and that emotional support is critical for the patient and his or her family. The center is equipped with bariatric equipment and programs to support the patient. It offers physical and occupational therapy at the patient’s bedside or in the therapy gym. There is no need to transport the patient for rehabilitation therapy, which puts less stress on the patient and family members. Chaplinwood is ready should the need arise for bariatric rehabilitation and care. They know first hand how it feels to have a bariatric family member; the daughter of

the man who passed away is an associate at Chaplinwood. Another clinical specialty program that Chaplinwood offering is wound care. The center provides skilled woundcare services for patients with all types of chronic wounds such as pressure ulcers, complex surgical wounds, venous ulcers, arterial ulcers, and diabetic foot ulcers. Care is patient-focused with a multidisciplinary approach, involving the following members of our health care team: • Physician • Wound/Treatment Coordinator • Nurses • CNAs • Registered Dietitian • Clinical Pharmacist • Physical and Occupational Therapists Chaplinwood Health & Rehabilitation is ready to serve you and your family members when you need them.

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We Offer: • Free Rental on Cooling Units • No Contract, Lease Agreements or Fuel Charges • Free Equipment Service • Competitive Pricing • Cups • Spring, Distilled & Reverse Osmosis Water Available • Reliable Service • Clean Equipment • All Units have hot water capability, if needed. Our Outstanding Service Laurel Mountain is already a familiar name in our Chattanooga Tennessee market. For over 18 years, local customers have enjoyed the cool refreshing taste of Laurel Mountain Water. Laurel Mountain offers Reverse Osmosis Water and Distilled Water to local businesses and homes throughout the CSRA. Knowing the Laurel Mountain is distributed by Milledgeville CocaCola, you will be receiving the best service within the industry. We offer delivery of 5 gallon water bottles and clean equipment to your home and/or workplace.

Laurel Mountain Call today for exciting offers from your

Bottler. Distributed by Milledgeville Bottling Company United, Inc. How to reach us… Milledgeville Coca-Cola • 73 Highway 22 West • Milledgeville, GA 31061 • 1.888.898.2610 Or 478.453.3755 Contacts: Carla Green Cal Tanner or Daryl Way

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YOU’RE INVITED TO AN OPEN RANGE GRAND OPENING Our first store!

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2ND 10AM-6PM 2600 N. COLUMBIA ST. MILLEDGEVILLE, GA 31061 Food, Fun, and Entertainment For the Whole Family!!! • Bouncy House • Prizes • Live Music Wii and Ipod Giveaway

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