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Acworth, Georgia

Message from the Mayor February is here and we could not be more excited to share everything that will be taking place in our community! The State of the City address will be held on February 4, at 11:30 a.m. at NorthStar Church. We will be discussing the plans for our community during 2016 and exciting new developments that are on the horizon. Please join us and share in our excitement! Acworth is a community that celebrates diversity and inclusion. On Monday, January 18, the City hosted our fourth annual MLK Day Celebration and the sixth annual Day of Service. This year we wanted to do something extraordinary to show how excited we were to host this special ceremony. A group of more than 60 people met at the Acworth Rosenwald School on Monday morning and marched in unity to Acworth City Hall for the ceremony. The march was organized and led by Alderman Tim Houston. The ceremony itself was the largest we have ever had. There were more than 150 people in attendance, with standing room only. The service project is something our Acworth Achievers Program works very hard on each year. This year the group chose to create care packages for the homeless and underserved youth in Cobb County. The group was able to provide almost 200 care packages. Throughout the year we have an abundance of programs going on for the senior citizens in our community! Chair Yoga and Cardio Combo classes are offered at the Roberts School Community Center on Monday and Thursday mornings continuously throughout the year. In addition to classes, we plan monthly day trips to exciting locations. Twice a year we offer overnight trips, where the group will have the opportunity to really experience a unique location over a few days. 6

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The group will be travelling to Nashville in March and will be touring Opryland, the Country Music Hall of Fame, RCA Studios, and a Trolley Tour of the city. For more information on these programs, please visit the Acworth Parks and Recreation Departments website at www. AcworthParksAndRec.org. Acworth is home to the Horizon Field, and we love our athletes with special needs! We offer both spring and fall baseball and summer kickball on our all-inclusive special needs field. We also offer a variety of other athletic and social programs for youth and adults with physical or cognitive disabilities. Programs are seasonal but include golf, tennis, soccer, and a walking club. The City is so thankful to our partners, Gas South and Day’s Chevrolet, who help to make our social programs possible. These include Disney on Ice, the Circus, and the Cal Ripkin Clinic. Participants look forward to these activities each year, and they would not be possible without our strong partnerships. For more information on these programs, please visit the Acworth Parks and Recreation Departments website at www.AcworthParksAndRec.org. As always, for more information on any of these projects, events and programs, you can visit www.CityOfAcworth. org, sign up for our e-news blasts on our home page, “like” Visit Acworth on Facebook or follow us on Twitter at @VisitAcworth. God Bless, Tommy

City Council Meeting Mayor Allegood and the Acworth Board of Aldermen would like to invite the public to attend the regular scheduled City Council meetings that are held bimonthly. The February meetings will be held on February 4 & 18, beginning at 7 p.m., at Acworth City Hall located at 4415 Senator Russell Ave.

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Acworth’s Daddy Daughter Dance “Country-Western Hootenanny” The Acworth Parks, Recreation and Community Resource Department will be hosting their annual Daddy Daughter Dance on Saturday, February 20, from 7 – 9 p.m., at North Cobb High School in the old gym. This year’s theme is: “Country-Western Hootenanny”!

Tickets are on sale for the City of Kennesaw’s annual Valentine’s Dance Party, which will be held on Saturday, February 6, from 6 – 9 p.m., at the Ben Robertson Community Center, located at 2753 Watts Drive.

We invite all girls ages 13 and under to visit our barn party and enjoy a very special evening with their dads or adult male escort. The daddy-daughter duos will throw on their boots and dance the night away! It will be a great opportunity for dads and their daughters to spend a special evening together. The event will include a DJ, light refreshments, gifts for the girls and a photographer will be set up for optional pictures. Registration for this event is now underway! The cost per couple for City of Acworth residents is $25 and $35 for non-City residents. Additional daughters will be a charge of $10 each. Make sure to pre-register for this event! Day-of registration will only be held if space is available and increased rates will apply. For more information or to register, call (770) 917-1234 or visit www.AcworthParksAndRecreation.org.

Citizens’ Police Academy The Citizens’ Police Academy is a 12 week course starting March 1, for participants to be given the opportunity to interact with officers and receive a basic understanding of the operations of the Acworth Police Department (APD) and law enforcement in general. Upon completion of the course, graduates will be invited to ride along with officers during a tour of duty. All classes will be held at the APD, with a few field trips. Non- Residents will be required to be sponsored for the Academy by a City business owner, Citizens’ Police Academy Graduate or an Acworth Police Officer. Participants must be 21 years of age and submit to a background screening. The class is FREE but space is limited. The citizens’ police academy is a program where citizens attend a modified version of the standard basic mandate course required for certification of law enforcement officer. This is a 48-50 hour course of instruction that gives the student a realistic view of the day to day activities of an officer and the training that must be completed in order to gain certification in the state. The 12 session program allows the students to see first hand the training and functioning of modern day law enforcement officers. The students will participate in practical exercises that allow them to experience the actual stopping of cars and qualification with firearms. For more information or to register, call Lt. Michael Taylor at (678) 801-4073 or visit their website at www.AcworthPolice.org. You may also email Officer Youlanda Leverette at yleverette@acworth.org.

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The dance party’s theme will be New York City – everything from its iconic skyline to its legendary landmarks. Feast, play and dance the night away to all your favorite tunes spun by a professional DJ. The family-friendly event will feature an “allyou-care-to-eat” dinner with signature street food, a professional DJ and dancing, character entertainment, a New Year’s Eve-inspired confetti countdown, and plenty of memorable photo opportunities. All adults must be accompanied by a child and all children must be accompanied by an adult. Seating will be open; however, tables will be reserved for parties of six or more. Tickets are only $15 per person and can be purchased online at www.Kennesaw-Ga.gov/ Parks-And-Recreation or at the Ben Robertson Community Center. Advance purchase is required. Children two (2) years of age and under do not need a ticket; however, they must sit on an adult’s lap. For more information, call (770) 422-9714.

Main Street Gallery – Thematic Shifts ‘Thematic Shifts’, an exhibition of seven studio painters from Kennesaw State University, is featured at the Main Street Gallery, located at 4367 Senator Russell Ave., Acworth. It is scheduled to run through February 24. The painters from the university’s School of Art and Design include six students and their professor, Donald Robson. The exhibit explores how visual themes and concepts evolve over time. Robson teaches the method of working within a narrow range idea and technique to force innovative approaches and unique visual representations. Participating students include Shelby Childs, Cheryl Hurley, Chase King, Olivia McDavid, Rachel Ramsey and Sydney Tapia. For more information on the Acworth Cultural Arts Center, please visit www.AcworthCulturalArts.org or email info@acworthculturalarts.org, or call (770) 231-7751.

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Passport to Good Health Cancer Awareness The City of Acworth presents “Passport to Good Health.” Come join in on February 11, for an hour as one of “US World and News Magazines” Top Doctors in America is coming to Acworth, Georgia. The event will begin at 6:30 p.m., at Acworth City Hall, located at 4415 Senator Russell Avenue, Acworth. Renowned Emory Cancer Specialist, Dr. Stephen Szabo, MD, speaks on the topic of cancer awareness, cutting edge technology and up to date cancer treatments. Emory Healthcare World Class Cancer Solutions comes to Acworth! For more information, please call (770) 974-3112.

Family Reunion Workshop Family reunions are an unforgettable occasion. It is a time for relatives to reconnect, celebrate their heritage and gather for enjoyment, entertainment and friendship. And above all, to make new memories. A lot of time and detail goes into planning a successful reunion. To help, Cobb Travel & Tourism is offering a free family reunion workshop as a 101-style seminar on Saturday, February 13, at the Hilton Marietta Hotel & Conference Center, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Admission is FREE to anyone who is planning a family reunion in Cobb County, but seating is limited to two guests per reunion. Reservations are also required. Reserve your spot at travelcobb.org. For more information, please contact Dianne Lovett at (678) 303-2635 or dlovett@travelcobb.org for reservations.

Sign Up for Spring Baseball Today! The Acworth Baseball Association is currently accepting online registrations for the 2016 Spring Baseball Season at www.AcworthBaseball.org. This is a safe, challenging and most of all, fun instructional and competitive baseball experience for boys and girls, ages 4 – 19. The goal is to instill in the children of this community the ideas of good sportsmanship, honesty, loyalty and a sense of teamwork so that they may become strong, healthy, well adjusted members of the community. Fees vary depending on the age of the participant. All registration fees, age group information, and additional information are posted at www.AcworthBaseball.org. Come join one of the best youth baseball programs around!

LB3 Events – Collegiate Lacrosse Series Cobb Travel & Tourism and the Cobb Sports Alliance are thrilled to welcome LB3 Events and the 2016 Cobb County Classic Series in February at Kennesaw State University’s Fifth Third Bank Stadium. Featuring four collegiate lacrosse games, the first weekend of the series will be on February 13 and the second on February 20. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.lb3lacrosse.com.

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Horizon League Registration is currently going on for the Spring Horizon League. This league is a non-competitive baseball league for athletes ages 5 years and older with physical and/or cognitive disabilities. Games will be played on the Horizon Field at the Acworth Sports Complex. The cost of the league is $15 per player. Games begin on Saturday, April 16, and continue through Saturday, May 21. Adult games will be played on Thursday nights beginning April 14 through May 19. For more information and to register online, please call (770) 917-1234 or visit www.AcworthParksAndRecreation.org.

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The Acworth Parks, Recreation, and Community Resource Department has the most premiere adult flag football league around. AAFFL is a joyful experience for those football fans that still love to play the game. Game play is 7 on 7 and teams may have a roster of up to 17 players. All games are played on Tuesday evenings at the Acworth Sports Complex with no cost to spectators. Records, statistics, player(s) of the week, write-ups, and box scores are posted online after each game, and the AAFFL Cotton Bowl will end post season play. The season begins on March 15. Both men and women are welcome! All participants must be 18 and up. Register as a team and start building your team dynasty! Team registration cost is $350. If you do not have a team, come out and participate in our Free Agent Sign-Up Day at Logan Farm Park on Monday, February 29, at 6:30 p.m. Free Agent registration is $35 and teams will be selected. For more information and to register, please visit their website at www.AcworthFlagFootball.com.

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Senior News: February Senior Luncheon – The Senior Luncheon will be held on Tuesday, February 16, at noon. Come join in for lunch, bingo and other special activities. The luncheon is held at Roberts School Community and Education Center located at 4681 School Street, in Acworth. After lunch there will be several rounds of bingo with prizes. This program is FREE for all seniors!!! Senior Cardio Combo – Elevate your metabolism by moving rhythmically to music. Strengthen and tighten muscles using free weights. The 12 week spring session will be held on Thursdays beginning April 7 – June 23, from 10 – 10:45 a.m. and again from 11 – 11:45 p.m. Classes will be held at Roberts School Community Education Center located at 4681 School Street in Acworth. Cost of the class is FREE for Acworth Residents and $15/non-residents.

Senior Chair Yoga – Learn stretching and strengthening exercises, breathing techniques and much more during this class. Classes will be held at Roberts School Community Education Center located at 4681 School Street in Acworth. The 12 week spring session will be held on Mondays beginning April 4 – June 27, from 10 – 10:45 a.m. and again from 11 – 11:45 p.m. Cost of the class is FREE for Acworth Residents and $15/non-residents.

* For more information or to register online for classes or the day trip: visit www.AcworthParksAndRecreation.org or stop by 4762 Logan Road, Acworth, (770) 917-1234.

Letter from University of Georgia Student and Acworth resident, Kaci Pollack As a second-year student at UGA, I have found my home on campus in an organization called UGA Miracle. UGA Miracle is a student run campus philanthropy that works to raise money for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA – a not for profit hospital), specifically their CIRU. More than raising money though, UGA Miracle works to champion and love families who have been treated at Children’s. This year, I have served UGA Miracle as a Committee Lead within the Family Relations Committee. As a member of this committee, I also have the incredible honor of being paired with a family has had children treated at CHOA. All of the families treated at CHOA are proof that miracles ARE possible and this hospital is in no small part responsible. This is why I believe in raising money for the kids and for CHOA. I have set a goal of raising $4,000 for the hospital by February 20, which is the day of our Dance Marathon event. This event is a 24-hour celebration of CHOA and our families. I will also be standing for 24 hours straight in honor of patients who are not able to stand. That being said, UGA Miracle has set an organization-wide goal of raising ONE MILLION dollars by this date. That’s right - $1,000,000, all to be donated to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Today, I am inviting you to partner with me and UGA Miracle in making miracles happen by donating to such a worthy cause. To do so, simply go to http://events.dancemarathon.com/participant/kacip and click the “Support Me” button. Donating online is safe, easy, and tax-deductible! Any amount of money you are able to give makes a HUGE difference. Even just ONE DOLLAR is one dollar more that the hospital can use to make our Miracle kids all better. By going to this link, you will also be able to read more about why I love this organization. You can mail in your donation in the form of a check made out to CHOA, with Kaci Pollack written in the memo line, to: UGA Miracle Office, Attention: Personal Donation, 153 Tate Student Center, Athens, GA 30602. Thank you in advance for your time and support. For more information on UGA Miracle and our mission, please feel free to check out the website at www.UGAMiracle.org. Thank you for your time and Go Dawgs! FTK (For The Kids) Always, Kaci Pollack

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Red Cross Blood Drive The City of Kennesaw is hosting a community blood drive on Tuesday, February 16, from 2 – 7 p.m., at the Ben Robertson Community Center, 2753 Watts Drive. Most healthy people who are at least 17 years of age (or 16 with parental consent) and weigh at least 110 pounds are eligible to donate blood every 56 days. The donation process from the time you arrive until the time you leave takes about 45 minutes. The donation itself only takes about 8 – 10 minutes. Blood is a perishable product that can only come from volunteer donors. The need is constant and blood donations are important for a healthy and reliable blood supply. Visit www.RedCrossBlood.org and enter sponsor code KP&R or call 1-800-RED-CROSS to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are also welcome. For more information, call Kennesaw Parks & Recreation at (770) 422-9714.

KBA Business Expo From painting services to money markets, from insurance to local eateries, the Kennesaw State University Continuing Education Center will be full of Cobb County businesses at the Kennesaw Business Association Business Expo on Tuesday, February 23, from 4 – 7:30 p.m. It is located at 3333 Busbee Dr., NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. “The business expo is a great way to support local businesses that give back to the very community we live in,” commented Greg Carter, President of the Kennesaw Business Association. “Through support of the local businesses KBA has been pleased to give thousands of dollars back to local schools and this is just one of the opportunities they have to share their business with the community and build relationships while creating value through the Kennesaw Business Association.”

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The Business Expo is a FREE event and provides patrons a unique opportunity to see some of the local business leaders in a comfortable setting and is looked at as a way busy professionals can achieve greater productivity and efficiency while growing their potential customer base. Visitors will find lots of give-a-ways and coupons as Cobb businesses show off new products, deals and upcoming releases of future products or promotions. Light hors d’oeuvres available. For more information or to become an exhibitor, contact JRM Management Services, at (770) 423-1330, visit www.KennesawBusiness. org or email pjezerinac@jrmmanagement.com.

American Legion Post 304 After nearly three years of fund raising, dealing with a myriad of paperwork and licensing and a major renovation of a defunct restaurant, The American Legion, North Cobb Post 304 Post Home is OPEN for business. Social Quarters hours of operation: Monday – Saturday, 1200 – 2300 hours Sunday – 1230 – 2300 hours Beer, wine and alcohol, “sports bar” type food service, 16 TV’s with all the sports you can watch, ATM on site, MC, Visa and Discover accepted. Coming soon: “Keno & Lottery sales, Video gaming, Trivia night, Karaoke and other fun stuff.” Visit beautiful Acworth and stop by for a beverage and see what “lip stick” does for a pig!

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and teen clothing, baby items, equipment, toys, DVDs, baby furniture, books, educational items, maternity and much more. Our sale is held semi-annually with up to 200 sellers. We are currently looking for sellers and volunteers. The sale will be held on Thursday, March 3, from 5 – 8 p.m.; Friday, March 4, from 9 a.m. — 6 p.m.; and Saturday, March 5, from 9 a.m. — 1 p.m., at Orange Hill Baptist Church, 4293 Austell Road, Austell. Many items will be marked half price on Saturday. For more information, visit www.KidsKingdomConsignment.com, Facebook at Kids Kingdom Consignment Sale, twitter @kids_kingdom or email kidskingdomconsignment@gmail.com.

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Clothing Kids for the Kingdom Spring & Summer Sale — Register NOW! Sellers may register through April 11. The sale will take place at Summit Baptist Church on Friday, April 15, from 9 a.m. — 9 p.m., and on Saturday, April 16, from 8 a.m. — 12 noon, at 4310 Moon Station Lane, Acworth. They will offer gently worn baby, kids, juniors and maternity clothes, plus shoes, accessories, toys, books, games, bedding, nursery equipment and tons of baby gear. Now accepting trendy ladies clothing TOO! Sellers receive 75% of sales with no limit on number of items. For more information, to register or to be a seller, visit www. ClothingKids.org. Due West Treasure Chest Children’s/Teen Consignment Sale — Due West Treasure Chest Children’s/Teen Consignment Sale will take place on Thursday, March 3, from 9:30 a.m. — 7 p.m.; Friday, March 4, from 9:30 a.m. — 6 p.m.; and Saturday, March 5, from 8 a.m. — 12 noon at the Due West United Methodist Church Family Life Center located at 3956 Due West Road, Marietta. Many items will be 1/2 price on Saturday ONLY. We offer high-quality items at greatly reduced prices. Gently used children’s, juniors and teens clothing, accessories, shoes, formal wear, maternity, accessories, school uniforms, baby items/furniture, electronics, books, CDs, videos/DVDs, toys and more! Strollers are welcome. Like us on Facebook! For more information, visit www.DueWest.org/Community/ConsignmentSale or email duewesttreasurechest@yahoo.com or to volunteer, email treasurechestvolunteer@yahoo.com. 16

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Pauline with her great-grandson, Benji Miller, visiting from California.

Pauline celebrating her 104th birthday with her daughter, Ann.

106 years old

The Acworth Community Magazine is so excited to wish Pauline Owen a very happy 110th birthday! Yes, you read that correctly – Pauline will turn 110 years old on February 8th! Turning 110 makes Pauline a Super-Centenarian! There are only between 150 and 600 people EVER that have lived to be 110 – and the fact that she lives in Acworth is so special!

Both Ed and Ann were raised there and Pauline lived in this same house until she was 96 years old.

Pauline was born in 1906 in White County, near Cleveland, Georgia. She was one of 9 children and when she was 11, the family moved to Houston County in Middle Georgia so that her dad could work as a farmer. Unfortunately, her mother died in 1920 which left Pauline as the main caretaker of her siblings.

Pauline’s journey in Acworth began in 2005, when she was 99 years old. Ann and Joe decided to move to Acworth to be closer to their son, Steve, and his wife, Cherie, both of whom began to help Ann take care of Pauline.

On one fateful day, Pauline (only age 14) was looking after her little sister when a young man named James E. “Ed” Owen saw her and immediately knew he would marry her someday. Sure enough, in 1928, Pauline and Ed were married. The couple lived in a house in Hawkinsville, and soon had a son. Ed Junior was born just months before The Great Depression! In 1931, the couple’s daughter, Ann, was born. Interestingly, both of the children were born at home as at this time, doctors only made house calls. Pauline first experienced electricity, running water, and indoor plumbing when the Owen family moved to a house in town in Hawkinsville. Pauline and Ed were able to buy a two bedroom, one bathroom house for only $1,000! 18

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Unfortunately, in 1987, Ed passed away and then in 1995, Ed Jr. passed away. Since she was then living alone, Pauline agreed to live in an assisted living home at the age of 89. After living in the assisted living home for a period, Pauline was able to move back into her home, where her daughter Ann, and her husband, Joe, took care of her.

Now, Pauline has three grandchildren, 12 greatgrandchildren, and one great-great-grandson who she met back in May! That makes five generations of her family that Pauline has been fortunate to meet and know! All throughout her life, Pauline has been known for her love of gardening and cooking. She is celebrated as being a wonderful, unselfish person who is a blessing to all she meets. Many people have asked what her “secret” to living this long is. Nobody knows the answer, but her children recall that she has always eaten wholesome foods, avoided fast food, and took good care of herself. Of course, there are some good genes thrown in there, too! On behalf of the entire Acworth community, Happy 110th Birthday, Pauline!

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Age 9 on February 8 Happy Birthday! We love you! Love, Mom, Dad & Gavin

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Age 6 on February 11 Son of Kristy & Dwight Brother of Keaton

Age 1 on February 6 Love, Mommy & Daddy Happy 1st Birthday!

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Age 5 on February 18 Happy Birthday Lily from Nana & PawPaw

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Age 15 on February 5 Happy Birthday! Love, Mutti & Papa Joe

Age 2 on February 21 Love, Team Thomas & Grandma!

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Age 9 on February 14 Happy 9th Birthday! Love, Mommy, Daddy, Addyson & Alyssa

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Turned 5 on January 26 Happy Birthday!!!

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Age 30 on February 5 Happy 30th Birthday!! Wife of Chris Daughter of Dan & Terri Sister of Bonnie

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Age 12 on February 18 Happy 12th Birthday! Love, Dad, Mom, & Gavin

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Add some homegrown flavor to your winter meals. From microgreens to tomatoes, it is possible to grow produce indoors. Microgreens are a quick and easy way to add some flavor and crunch to your plate. Just plant seeds labeled for sprouting or microgreens in a shallow container filled with a sterile potting or seed starting mix. Within two weeks you will be harvesting nutritious mini vegetable and herb leaves for salads, sandwiches or snacking. Take it one step further and grow a few of your favorite herbs on a warm sunny windowsill. Select a container with drainage holes and set on the appropriate size saucer to protect your woodwork. Fill the container with well-drained potting mix and plant seeds or transplants. Purchase basil, chives, parsley, oregano and rosemary plants from your local garden center or the produce department. Greens, like lettuce and spinach, will also grow in a sunny window or better yet under artificial lights. Grow them in a container filled with a well-drained potting mix similar to your windowsill herb garden. Plant seeds according to the seed packet. Continually harvest the outer leaves when they are four to six inches tall. Those that like a bit of a challenge may want to try growing a compact tomato, pepper or eggplant. You’ll get the best production with a combination of natural and artificial light or full spectrum lights. Natural sunlight and full spectrum lights

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Leave lights on for 14, but no more than 16 hours each day. Plants need a dark period as well as bright light each day to grow and thrive. Use a timer to ensure the plants receive the right duration of light. Most flowering and fruiting plants need a high intensity of light, so keep the lights six to twelve inches above your plants. Use reflective surfaces under and around the plants to bounce light back into larger plants. Increase your indoor growing space by going vertical. Shelf units with built-in light fixtures like the Stack-n-Grow Light System (gardeners.com) provide multiple layers of growing space. And once your tomatoes, peppers and eggplants start flowering, you will need to shake things up a bit. Gently shake the plants several times a week, better yet daily, to move the pollen from the female to the male parts of the flower so fruit will develop. A gentle breeze from a fan or vibrations from a battery-operated toothbrush work well. Indoor gardening won’t yield the same results as a sunny outdoor garden, but the flavor can’t be beat when gardening outdoors is not an option. Gardening expert, TV/radio host, author & columnist Melinda Myers has more than 30 years of horticulture experience and has written over 20 gardening books, including Small Space Gardening and the Midwest Gardener’s Handbook. She hosts The Great Courses “How to Grow Anything: Food Gardening For Everyone” DVD set and the nationally syndicated Melinda’s Garden Moment TV & radio segments. Myers’ web site, www.melindamyers.com, offers gardening videos and tips.

The City of Acworth hosted their 4th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration and the 6th annual Day of Service, on January 18, 2016. The day began with the first-ever community march from the Rosenwald Community School, on Cherokee Street, to Acworth City Hall, for the annual ceremony. Mayor Tommy Allegood welcomed everyone, the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Acworth Police Officer Youlanda Leverette and the invocation was given by Reverend Rod Green of Greater Works Fellowship. Rachel Ramsey gave a beautiful presentation of music by performing Wake Up Everybody and Be Grateful. The guest speaker was Youth Advocate and Motivational Speaker, Jackie Brewton, (check out her blog and visit her website at www.JackieBrewton.com). Linette Andrea, a parent liaison at Barber Middle School, was the recipient of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Proclamation by the Mayor. Participants of the Acworth Achievers spoke to the guests stating their goals and desires for their life. It was a great day for the City of Acworth and all who participated in celebrating this extraordinary leader.

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Following the ceremony, the Acworth Achievers hosted their annual MLK Day of Service activity at the Roberts School, by creating care packets for the needing and deserving youth of Cobb County. They collected underwear, socks, t-shirts and other necessities that so many of the local youth are in need of. Thanks to all the participants and to everyone who came out and shared this special day with one another. And a special thank you to Mychal Lewis, Acworth Achievers Program Coordinator and Bailey Arnaud, for all of their work throughout the year with the students. The Acworth Achievers Mentoring and After School Program provides middle and high school students service learning projects in addition to educational assistance and recreational activities. To learn more about the Acworth Achievers, visit at www.AcworthAchievers.com. Photo, bottom left, Lâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; R: Acworth Alderman Tim Houston, Reverend Rod Green, Linette Andrea, Mayor Tommy Allegood, Jackie Brewton, Mychal Lewis, Bailey Arnaud and Rachel Ramsey.

Open Communication and Independent Thought are Keys to Moving Cobb Forward Having held elected office for almost 14 years in both the city of Acworth and now Cobb County, I am very familiar with boards and their dynamics, politics and working together. Most importantly, I have learned that the key elements of good governance are open communication, relationship building and the importance of willing collaboration among elected officials. I have always prided myself with being able to work together with everyone. Open communication occurs when board members make themselves available to one another, staff and of course, constituents. Relationship building requires mutual trust, respect and mindfulness of words and actions. Finally, I believe collaboration of differing points of view is the very essence of our democracy. While the media and some in the public get a snapshot of Cobb’s government by watching the public meetings for a few hours several times a month, the truth is successful governance requires board members to work together every day. Recently, it has been implied by several media outlets that disagreement among Board members about certain issues is a barrier to making progress for Cobb County. I disagree. In fact, I believe the opposite is true. What makes our system of governance the most admired in the world is that it is founded on the belief that the soundest legislative policy is born out of differing perspectives and opinions. That is the purpose of having five Commissioners. We should have a vigorous debate and, by defending our positions, our ideas should be made

The Skip Spann Connector will provide a new bridge over I-75 north of Chastain Road to provide direct access from Kennesaw State University to the Town Center economic activity center. It is scheduled to be completed in May 2016.

This project will provide: • 19% reduction in daily traffic along Chastain Road at the I-75 interchange • Improved access from KSU to I-75 by constructing barrier separated ramps to and from I-75 • Congestion relief and improved access at the Chastain Road and I-75 interchange • Pedestrian and bicycle access between the KSU campus and stadium

stronger. As iron sharpens iron, so, too, should our ideas and positions. The Cobb County Board of Commissioners is made up of five independent thinkers. Heated discussion and healthy debate, more often than not, results in smart, well thought out policy that moves Cobb forward. A heated tone in the conversation should not be perceived or reported as negative. Building consensus on issues and initiatives requires a majority vote of the Board. Naysayers cannot ignore the fact that many significant initiatives and actions to move Cobb forward have been passed by a majority of the present and past Boards of Commissioners. While individual board members share equal passion for the same issues and often propose and support different solutions, we should always share the same goal — to keep Cobb great. I look forward to continue working with each member of the board to turn our individual perspectives into sound policy and legislation that makes a positive difference for all of Cobb County. While I may not always agree with you I am always willing to listen. That has always been my approach and philosophy and will continue to be. I made myself a promise when I was first elected to always make my decisions based upon what is best and never upon whether I will get re-elected or not. I strive hard to be the best-elected official I can be by weighing all sides and the facts before I make a decision. I will always try to do what I feel is best for the County. That is why I believe you elected me and what you should always expect of your elected Officials!

Diverging Diamond Interchange Fast Facts • $2.65 million project cost: $1 million from GDOT for construction and $1.65 million from the Cobb County 2011 SPLOST for remaining construction and other project costs. • 35,000 daily average vehicle traffic: number of vehicles that cross over Wade Green Road bridge per day. • Significant time-savings: Expected travel times for drivers accessing I-75 southbound (SB) from Jiles Road are expected to decrease by 11 minutes in morning peak hours in 2015 and 4 minutes in the year 2035. • Pedestrian access across the bridge would be accommodated in the middle of the bridge via a ten- foot wide pedestrian walkway between the east and westbound lanes. For more information, please contact Cobb DOT Project Engineer, Michael Wright at michael.wright@cobbdot.org or (770) 528-4375.

To sign up for the District 1 Newsletter and more, visit www.CobbCounty.org. You may also contact me directly at (770) 528-3313 or by emailing bob.weatherford@cobbcounty.org or my assistant at shannon.woody@cobbcounty.org. 28

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Diabetes is a Gateway to Gum Disease There are many human afflictions that make life much more difficult than it should be. One of these conditions is diabetes, which is a long-term problem that causes high blood sugar levels and affects 300-400 million people in the world. The most common diabetes symptoms include frequent urination, intense thirst and hunger, weight gain, unusual weight loss, fatigue, cuts and bruises that do not heal, male sexual dysfunction, numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. If you have or develop any of these symptoms, you should consider consulting your medical doctor for an assessment. People who have diabetes know the disease can harm their eyes, nerves, kidneys, heart and other important systems in the body, but did you know diabetes can also cause problems in your mouth? As if diabetes is not enough of a problem, it can contribute to gum disease and may even result in tooth loss. Diabetes can weaken your mouth’s germ-fighting powers and allow bacteria to exponentially multiply and produce a much heavier accumulation of dental plaque – the main proponent of gum disease. High blood sugar levels associated with diabetes can exacerbate gum disease and cause it to get worse. At the same time, gum disease can make diabetes harder to control. Although many symptoms from diabetes are noticeable, as noted above, the symptoms associated with gum disease are much less noticeable. Gum disease is painless. Most people are oblivious to the presence of gum disease until they have some serious damage. Since gum disease typically does not hurt, there are subtle warning signs to pay attention to such as: • Bleeding gums when you brush or floss. Be aware, bleeding gums are not normal. Even if your gums don’t hurt, get them checked.

• Red, swollen or tender gums. • Gums that have pulled away from teeth. Part of the tooth’s root may show or your teeth may look longer. • Pus between the teeth and gums (when you press on the gums). • Bad breath. • Permanent teeth that are loose or moving away from each other. • Changes in the way your teeth fit when you bite. • Changes in the fit of partial dentures or bridges. Gum infection is caused by acid in the mouth and destroys the gum attachment around the teeth, ultimately destroying bone support. This leads to loose teeth that may require extraction, abscesses and chronic serious infections in the mouth that further exacerbate the diabetes. It is imperative that a diabetic maintain routine dental visits. The regular assessment of the gums by a hygienist and professional coaching ensures ideal daily hygiene. Just as blood levels for a diabetic need to be monitored frequently, gum disease for diabetics needs to be monitored frequently too. In many cases, diabetic patients may need dental checkups every three months for several years until their active infection and slower healing rate permits successful periodontal healing. What can you do to help keep your oral health if you have diabetes? Good blood glucose control is key to controlling and preventing mouth problems. People with poor blood glucose control get gum disease more often and more severely than people whose diabetes is well controlled. In summary, diabetes and gum disease are both diseases that should be considered chronic problems that last throughout your life. They cannot be ignored for any extended period of time without notable consequences. Since diabetes and gum disease can negatively impact each other, both must be monitored simultaneously and maintained for optimal results. Daily brushing and flossing, regular dental check-ups and good blood glucose control are the best defenses against the oral complications of diabetes.

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Acworth Police Department We are only one month into 2016, and it is already shaping up to be an exciting year. We began the month of January with a fundraising event called “Covering the Faces”; we allowed officers to grow their beards throughout the entire month, and raise funds by doing so. Each officer paid $100 to participate, and some officers took it an extra step and worked to raise even more to compete for the award of most funds donated. The department was able to raise thousands of dollars, and all proceeds went directly to the Special Needs Development Group to benefit Horizon Field. In September, we will kick off our 9th annual Covering the Bases fundraiser on Horizon Field. In the past eight years, we have raised over $250,000 for this amazing cause, and this year is shaping up to be even better than the rest! The Acworth Police Department (APD) prides itself on hosting a number of community classes throughout the year, but by far, the most exciting and comprehensive class we host is our Citizens’ Police Academy (CPA), which starts in March. This will be our 16th year, and we have a ton of exciting classes planned including, introducing our CPA students to our new use of force simulator! Students will have the opportunity to learn about law enforcement in both hands-on and classroom settings, and there are field trips to the medical examiner’s office, the shooting range, and more. Additionally, each student will be able to ride-along with officers on a shift. Classes will be on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., from March through May. Applications for this year’s CPA are available on our website: www.AcworthPolice.org. If you have not participated in this program, I encourage you to sign up and see what we are all about. The CPA is an adults-only class, but in the next few months, we will be rolling out our new STARS (Smart Teens Are Responsible and Safe) class designed just for high school students. The class will be approximately three hours and will include both classroom and hands-on experiences with a number of law enforcement topics which are relevant to teenagers. Students who take this class will have the opportunity to interact with officers from different divisions within our department and will also be able to experience the simulator and take a tour of the jail facility. Registration will be available online and will be announced via our Facebook Page, so be sure to “like” the APD for the most up-to-date information. We have a lot to look forward to this year, and we are running on all cylinders. We are blessed to work and live in a community that is supportive of its police department. Community Policing is at the core of everything we do, and it shows! I am looking forward to an amazing 2016, and I hope that many of you will join us for our outreach activities throughout the year.

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Scam du jour: Chip Card Scams Recently, the FTC told you about the new credit and debt chip cards designed to reduce fraud, including counterfeiting. Now, they are reporting on scammers who are trying to take advantage of the millions of consumers who haven’t yet received a chip card. Here’s what’s happening: Scammers are emailing people, posing as their card issuer. The scammers claim that in order to issue a new chip card, you need to update your account by confirming some personal information or clicking on a link to continue the process. If you reply to the email with personal information, the scammer can use it to commit identity theft. If you click on the link, you may unknowingly install malware on your device. Malware programs can cause your device to crash, monitor your online activity, send spam, steal personal information and commit fraud. So how can you tell if the email is from a scammer? • There’s no reason your card issuer needs to contact you by email — or by phone, for that matter — to confirm personal information before sending you a new chip card. Don’t respond to an email or phone call that asks you to provide your card number. Period. • Still not sure if the email is a scam? Contact your card issuers at the phone numbers on your cards. • Don’t trust links in emails. Only provide personal information through a company’s website if you typed in the web address yourself and you see signals that the site is secure, like a URL that begins https (the “s” stands for secure). To learn more about protecting your personal information, visit www.Consumer.FTC.org.

Beware of Job Offer with an Online Interview Looking for a job? Watch out for this twist on the common job hunt con that uses real business names and “interviews” job candidates over instant messenger.

How the Scam Works: You spot an online job posting or receive an email about a position from a “recruiter.” You search online for the company name. It’s a real business with a website, so you email your resume to the hiring manager. The “manager” replies and invites you to interview for the position. Instead of coming into the office, the “manager” asks you to do an interview over an instant messenger service. He or she urges you to download the program and answer questions about your qualifications. The interview goes well and the “manager” offers you the position. Don’t take it! Job scams steal money and/or personal information from victims. In one version reported to Better Business Bureau, the “job” is actually a crime. The position involves assisting criminals in transferring stolen money or good out the country. If you participate, you could be prosecuted.

How to Spot a Job Scam: • Check the business’s website. Scammers frequently post jobs using the names of real companies to lend legitimacy to their cons. Check on the business’s website for the position and/or call to confirm. • Some positions are more likely to be scams. Always be wary of work from home, secret shopper positions or any job with a generic title, such as caregiver or customer service representative. These positions often don’t require special training or licensing, so they appeal to a wide range of applicants. Scammers know this so use these kinds of titles as a hook. • If a job looks suspicious, search for it online. If the result comes up in other cities with the exact same job post, it is likely a scam. • Watch out for on-the-spot job offers. You may be an excellent candidate for the job, but beware of offers made without an in person interview. A real company will want to talk to a candidate before hiring him or her. • Look for other warning signs. Watch out for communications riddled with typos and bad grammar. If a job posting claims it pays significantly higher than comparable jobs, that is warning sign. If the “hiring manager” is very persistent in his or her communication with you, that’s another red flag. 36

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BBB Warns: It’s An Online World and The Risks Have Never Been Higher Our world is more connected than ever before with technology touching much of our work and personal lives. In recognition of this, the Better Business Bureau Serving Metro Atlanta, Athens & Northeast Georgia has partnered with the STOP.THINK.CONNECT campaign to raise awareness about digital and online security. As hackers become more sophisticated, it’s important to understand how to recognize potential problems and to protect personal information. According to a STOP.THINK.CONNECT survey:

• 96 percent of Americans feel a personal responsibility to be safer and more secure online.

• 93 percent believe their online actions can protect not only friends and family but also help to make the Web safer for everyone around the world.

• 61 percent believe that much of online safety and security falls under their personal control, and consistent with those feelings, 90 percent said they want to learn more about keeping safer on the Internet.

• 48 percent feel their actions to stay safe and secure can have a positive impact on financial, economic, and national security of the country; indicating Americans are open to making the bridge between their own safety and the nation’s security.

• Concern about identity theft rates slightly higher than fears of job and healthcare loss. 54 percent of Americans are extremely concerned about loss of personal or financial information. To place this is in context, 53 percent are concerned about losing their jobs, while 51 percent feared not being able to provide healthcare for their family.

BBB encourages online users to educate themselves about cyber security risks and offers these tips on protecting computers, tablets and mobile phones while online:

• Protect personal information: Start with creating unique and creative passwords for each account and change passwords frequently. Consider using two-factor authentication for your accounts which requires entering a special code. Never give out your password. Delete unsolicited phishing emails asking for personal information.

• Connect with caution: Beware of links in unsolicited emails or those found in ads on social media sites. Be cautious when using public Wi-Fi – these networks are not secure. When entering financial or credit card information, be sure that the website is security enabled (https).

• Share with care: Limit your online presence and the information you share. Check privacy settings on social media. Never post personal details anywhere online. Ask permission before tagging photos of friends.

• Secure Smartphones. Be sure to password protect and lock your smartphones. Turn off Bluetooth and Wi-Fi when not actively in use. Download apps only from trusted sources. And pay attention to cell phone bills – unauthorized charges and increased data usage may indicate the phone has been hacked.

To read the full survey from STOP.THINK.CONNECT, please visit www.StopThinkConnect.org/Research-Surveys.

For more information or tips from the Better Business Bureau, please visit their website at www.BBB.org.

American Legion Post 304 What comes to mind when you hear “The American Legion”? Not surprisingly, most people will respond with “a bunch of old guys sitting in a smoky, dimly lit “cave” telling war stories, drinking beer and playing Bingo.” You may be surprised when you get to know and understand The American Legion. The American Legion has maintained a strong connection to the GI Bill since 1944, when Past National Commander, Harry Colmery, crafted it on stationery at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington D.C. Since then, the GI Bill – considered the most significant social legislation of the 20th century – has educated millions of Americans and given birth to a half-century of economic prosperity. The Legion provides assistance for veterans trying to decide which of today’s multiple GI Bill programs is the best fit for them as individuals, lobbies Congress and works with the Veterans Administration (VA) to strengthen the benefits for veterans. The American Legion has acted as the nation’s leading advocate for proper health care, economic opportunity and legal benefits for U.S. military veterans. The Legion was instrumental in the creation of the VA in 1930, and an ardent supporter of its elevation to cabinet status when it became the Department of Veterans Affairs in 1989. The relationship between the VA and the Legion continues to evolve today. As it has for decades, The American Legion continues to aggressively lobby for adequate funding of VA health care, timely access to facilities, fair rulings on benefit claims and economic opportunities for those who have come home changed by their military experi¬ences. A nationwide network of American Legion department service officers works dili¬gently to assist veterans as they pursue the benefits and care they earned and deserve. At the local, state and national levels, thousands of Legionnaires provide countless hours to help veterans obtain their benefits. The American Legion provides professional representation in claims appeals, discharge disputes and transition assistance from active-duty to civilian status throughout the country. If you are a veteran, stop by North Cobb Post 304 (4220 S. Main St., Acworth) and check us out. We continue to serve our country by making a difference in our community. Events at Post 304: • Auxiliary Dinner – 2nd Friday of each month – Reservations required. • Commanders Dinner – 4th Friday of each month – Reservations required. • Team Trivia Challenge – Every Monday at 7 p.m. • Karaoke by Galaxy Karaoke – every Thursday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. • Post 304 Oratorical Contest – February 6th – If you would like to be a judge, contact the Post. Happy Valentine’s Day and God Bless America! Commander Ron Post 304 phone: 678-217-5738 Donations can be mailed to: North Cobb Post 304 4220 S. Main Street, Acworth, GA 30101 or via the “Donate Tab” on the Post website www.Post304.org 38

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W hy S tart A Home U pgrade? In our area, there are several subdivisions that are going on 20+ years old. I am sure you know some of the ones to which I am referring. Let’s see here – show some love to BROOKSTONE ONE, my folks at BURNT HICKORY LAKES and you know I can’t forget about my crew in CAMDEN POINTE – WHAT, WHAT!! Yes sir, you know who you are. You have carpet in the master bathroom, the Miami Vice brass shower stall in the bathroom and matching fixtures. Don’t forget the oversized floral patterned wallpaper and the “Holy crap, what were they thinking” with the mini swimming pool sized tub that drains your hot water heater if you ever tried to use it and then freeze to death waiting for it to fill back up. When it comes to planning such a home remodeling project, there are key emotional and financial factors to consider. Both of these aspects will play important roles in your decision making process. However, for me and possibly most of you, the financial factor is the most important, since we are taking our most important asset and increasing its value, while making the home more enjoyable in which to live. Here is how I would advise my clients to assess the emotional and financial factors of upgrading their home. The Emotional Factor • Are you planning on staying in the home for five years or more? • Is this your final home? Are you making it into how you always wanted it to be? • Does it meet your needs regarding its proximity to work, school and shopping? • Do you like your neighbors and/or the neighborhood? • How much stress and disruption are you willing to endure during the construction process? The Financial Factor • Neighboring home market values need to be considered. Check out websites such as ZILLOW and see how the housing values are in your particular neighborhood. • Is your neighborhood desirable to new buyers? • Will this upgrade provide an acceptable increase in the value of your home? • What financing, if any, will be necessary for this type of home improvement? These are topics of discussion that you should have with your whole family and involve them in the decision, because it will affect everyone in the home. If you would like to discuss your plans further, call a General Contractor to walk through and discuss your thoughts and plans. If something seems out of kilter, they can guide you and help you through the process.

Jeff Glover is a licensed and insured General Contractor. He is a lifelong resident of Cobb County and has lived the last 16 years in the Acworth community. He has been in construction for 18 years and is married to Melissa and they have two children, Brendan and Abigail. Contact him at (404) 694-0550 or visit www.Bren-Abby.com.

ace l P o N s ’ e r h! t r The o w c A e k i L by Kaci Pollack

At 91 years young, Charlie Mae Griffin is a perfect example of the great people who have lived in Acworth all their lives. Born in Acworth in 1924 to parents who were also Acworth natives, Charlie Mae has a rich history in our town.

Charlie Mae Griffin When Charlie Mae was old enough, she began to work. Her first job was working at Bay McClure’s beauty parlor on Main Street. Charlie Mae was in charge of setting up the perm machines for the ladies in town who came in to have their hair done. Following this job, Charlie Mae did day-work for several families around town. She remembers always being treated extremely well by the families she worked for – these families often became like family to her as well! This job also allowed Charlie Mae to get to know the majority of the people in our city.

Growing up, Charlie Mae lived in a house right across the street from Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church. Although her home was across the street, Zion Hill became her “second home” and to this day, Charlie Mae remains heavily involved with the church. As a young girl, however, Charlie Mae would attend church at both Bethel AME and Zion Hill, as her mother was a member of the Methodist church and her father belonged to the Baptist church. She would go to Acworth Methodist on the first and third Sundays of the month and would attend service at Zion Hill on the second and fourth Sundays of the month. Ultimately, Charlie Mae became a full time member at Zion Hill and has truly enjoyed her days as a member of this church. Even more, for as long as she can remember, Charlie Mae has sold drinks and snacks to the members of Acworth community, donating all money made right back to the church – something she still does today.

After years of doing day-work around town, Charlie Mae went to work for Coates and Clark Thread Mill. She worked there as a cook on the third shift, which was from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. The Mill was located over on Albany Drive in Acworth. While Charlie Mae was working for Coates and Clark, the mill would host a summer barbeque for employees and their families. This was a big, fun event that everyone looked forward to every summer. Employees also looked forward to the Brunswick stew that Charlie Mae’s mom, Odessa Henderson, famously made each year! After 10 years, Charlie Mae retired from Coates and Clark and has been enjoying retired life for over 40 years.

Further, as a young girl, Charlie Mae attended Acworth Elementary and High School. When she wasn’t at school or church, Charlie Mae spent a lot of time playing outside with the other Acworth neighborhood children. The kids would find their own fun, playing games like hide and seek, tag and jumping rope. Charlie Mae remembers Acworth as being a safe town where kids could play outside without parents having to worry. Often on Saturdays, Charlie Mae and her friends were able to go the Legion Theatre downtown to see a movie. This occupied most of the day and with just a few quarters, the kids were able to buy their tickets and popcorn if they wanted! Additionally, just right next door to the theatre, Charlie remembers the Silver Trolley, where you could go for a hotdog for less than one dollar!

Over the years, Charlie Mae has seen many different business and “landmark” places around Acworth. Some of these places that she remembers in particular include Allen’s 5 & 10, located where Henry’s is today, Berga’s Fruit Stand was just up the street from Zion Hill, Sam Pepper’s Furniture Store, Collin’s Furniture Store, Mr. Greene’s Variety Store, White’s Gas Station, the two drug stores on Main Street – Lacey’s and Acworth Pharmacy, the Acworth Bank located where City Hall is now, Dr. McCall and Dr. Cauble’s offices were both downtown, and Dr. Davis’ office which was located in the white house near the post office. Speaking of the post office, Charlie Mae also recalls when Mr. Callahan was the post master and when the post office was located on the corner of Main Street – not where it is located currently. At

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this time, Charlie also remembers that you had to walk to get your mail from the post office – mail carriers did not exist yet! Also, downtown was where the Acworth Jail House was located! It was next to where Center Street Tavern is located now, on Senator Russell Avenue. Charlie Mae remembers several of the locally owned grocery stores that have been in Acworth over the years. For instance, she remembers Harrison’s, Battles, Tumlin’s, McClure’s, Hayne’s and Dunn’s – all of which we located right near downtown Acworth. Charlie Mae also recalls when Eaton’s Department Store opened, where Lacey’s is located now. Before Eaton’s, people would often have to go to Marietta or Atlanta for things like shoes and clothes. Thus, the opening of Eaton’s was exciting for Acworth! In addition to Eaton’s, Charlie Mae has seen many changes occur during her life in Acworth. The biggest change she has seen has been the huge growth and development of Acworth.

Charlie Mae and William found that raising a family in Acworth was a true joy and definitely a great place to do so. Their children attended Acworth Elementary and North Cobb High School and still live close to Acworth today. While Charlie Mae paved her own way in Acworth, William Sr. had a remarkable history in our town as well. He worked for Lockheed for 40 years, but also was a valued member of the Acworth Housing Authority for over 25 years and was honored for his work on several occasions. Charlie Mae was also recognized in Acworth in 2007 for her contribution to the city’s celebration of Black History Month, and was presented with the “Good Citizenship Award” for “outstanding service to the Acworth Community” in 2002. When asked why she has remained in Acworth all these years, Charlie Mae’s answer is simple: it is just home and there’s nowhere she would rather be. Her incredible history and love for this town once again proves…There’s No Place Like Acworth.

Charlie Mae and her husband, William

On April 26, 1952, Charlie Mae married her husband, William Alfonzo Griffin, Sr. They had four children together and six grandchildren. Their children are Farris Zachary Griffin, William Griffin Jr., Sheila Griffin Blalock and Marcia Griffin Beasley.

Charlie Mae was presented the “Good Citizenship Award” for her Outstanding Service to the Acworth Community in 2002.

Unfortunately, William Sr. passed away in 2003 and William Jr. passed away in 2013.

Presented to Commissioner William A. Griffin to commemorate the ground breaking of Fred G. Hull Homes, 1981.

Drink It All In Hopefully, by now, your Valentine’s Day preparations are well underway. You’ve got a present, dinner plans and even a card. But, have you given any thought to the drinks you might serve before, during or after dinner? There are lots of different options, so you’re only limited by your imagination and taste buds. A tasty before-dinner drink can be made by pouring equal parts ginger ale and pineapple juice over ice. Finish off with a generous tablespoon or two of lime juice and voila, you’ve got a tasty, yet not too sweet drink. To make an adult version, fill half the glass with ginger ale, then add ¼ glass of pineapple-flavored adult beverage and top with the lime juice. This drink is great served with frozen chunks of pineapple, as well. Sparkling cider is a really good drink to dress up. For instance, you can add a splash of grenadine syrup (made from pomegranate juice and sugar) and add some dehydrated cranberries. The pomegranate syrup will provide a nice, tart, sweetness and the dried cranberries will keep your drink fizzy. For adult versions of these drinks, simply substitute your favorite bubbly for the cider. You can make mimosas for the kids by combining orange juice with sparkling white grape juice. Throw in a few frozen grapes to keep the drink cool without watering it down. You can also mix equal parts white grape juice with lemon-lime soda and blend together with frozen berries for a yummy, frozen treat. If your Valentine’s date is an iced tea drinker, try mixing lemonade or ginger ale into the tea to give it a little more complex flavor. Peach nectar is also good in iced tea, as are frozen fruit “ice cubes.” Finally, let’s focus on an after-dinner drink. My favorite, especially on cold nights, is what I like to call a Mocha Java. Empty a packet of hot cocoa mix into a large mug, then pour hot coffee on top of it and stir until the cocoa dissolves. You can dress it up even more by topping it with whipped cream and a splash of peppermint-flavored coffee syrup (or even creamer). There are also several adult coffee-themed beverages which would also be a good addition. For over-the-top chocolate-goodness, you can add a squirt of chocolate syrup in with the hot coffee and top with marshmallows. Everyone appreciates a heart-felt effort on Valentine’s Day, so whether you’re serving up a five course meal or splitting a burger and fries, make sure you at least have a card to give and a tasty drink to serve. Happy Valentine’s everyone!

Tiffany Hughes is an Acworth resident who enjoys spending time with her family and furbabies. She will gladly provide additional recipes if you email her at creativecook11@yahoo.com.

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Your Teen and Contact Lenses Teenagers (and the parents who love them) often ask us about switching from eyeglasses to contact lenses. Whether the change is permanent or just an alternative to glasses, there are several great reasons for getting your teen into prescription contacts. • Freedom: Your teen may simply be tired of wearing eyeglasses, especially thick frames that slip and slide down the bridge of his or her nose. • Sports: Glasses don’t mix well with active sports. They can fall off. Even worse, they can break, leading to injury. Repairing or replacing broken glasses is also costly and glasses don’t provide the peripheral vision needed during game play. The good news is that quality contact lenses solve those problems. They make it easier to wear protective goggles too. • Glasses-free look: Remember your teen years? Were they awkward or smooth sailing? Maybe it was a mix of both! In any case, your teen may simply prefer the way he or she looks and feels without glasses. • Eye color change: Today’s natural looking color contacts are very popular among teens. And, they’re safe – so long as they’re prescribed by an eye care professional.

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Contacts are medical devices. Did you know that contact lenses are considered medical devices? It’s easy to understand why. The eyes are one of the body’s most important and delicate parts. That’s why what we put in and on them must be medically safe and properly fitted by an eye care professional. Wash your hands before handling and inserting your contact lenses. Your eyes are one of your immune system’s most vulnerable points. To help keep germs away and protect your vision, follow the hand washing instructions from your eye care professional. Handle your lenses with care. Contact lenses can tear. Never wear torn contact lenses. They can scratch your eyes, leading to infection and other possible vision problems. Consider daily disposable contacts. Clean contact lenses are key to helping keep your eyes healthy. Daily disposable lenses, or “dailies” are worn for the day and thrown away before going to sleep. They offer several benefits: • No nighttime lens cleaning required, saving time and cleaning solution. (This is particularly beneficial for teens that may forget to clean their contacts or ignore the process.) • An easy-to-remember wear schedule. • They can help people with eye allergies. Starting every day with a fresh pair of lenses means there’s less time for allergies to flair and deposits to build up. • They offer a self-esteem boost in helping teens succeed with their new responsibility.

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Don’t share your contacts – ever! Your contact lenses are fitted and prescribed just for your eyes. Sharing contact lenses can encourage an eye infection and other vision problems. Dr. Dylan Reach is in practice at Acworth Family Eyecare. For more information, you may contact him at (770) 974-3153 or visit their website at www.AcworthEyes.com.

Andrew Windham ABA President

“Get Involved, Give Back and Tell the ABA Story”

January Luncheon The guest speaker for the luncheon was Holly Bass Quinlan, CEO of Cobb Travel & Tourism. She shared information about the incredible opportunity for business growth and economic development created through the “Halo Effect.” Some of the other topics included the impact of KSU, both its growth and inaugural football season, LakePoint Sports Community and the Braves. Holly is pictured with ABA President Andrew Windham.

Great News, Our year is off to an incredible start! There has never been a better time Get Involved, Give Back, and Tell Your ABA Story. During our January lunch sponsored by Dogwood Forrest, Holly Bass Quinlan shared the incredible opportunity for business growth and economic development created through the “Halo Effect.” The impact of Kennesaw State, both its growth and inaugural football season, LakePoint Sports Community, and the Braves has our community inspired and excited like never before.

The buzz will only grow as our bold and courageous leader, Mayor Tommy Allegood, shares “Acworth’s Vision for Success” in his annual State of the City address on Thursday, February 4. Arrive early (lunch begins at 11:15 a.m.) with a pile of business cards, your best smile, and an appetite for new business and great eats catered by Adrienne’s Delectables. With a special entrance planned by Mayor Tommy, this is one event you can’t afford to miss. It’s easy to see why 2016 is the time to Get Involved, Give Back and Tell the ABA Story. Our recipe for your success is simple: • Connect with the 300+ members at our monthly luncheon and Alive After Five events. • Inform our members and community about your business and how to get involved in great events like our annual golf tournament and Taste of Acworth. • Promote and grow your business with Morning Jolt, Member Spotlights and event Sponsorship. • Give as we partner with our schools, kick off student mentor programs, and host appreciation events for teachers. Join the ABA or renew your membership today at www. AcworthBusiness.org and start sharing why Acworth is the best place to live, work and play.

Dogwood Forest Assisted Living, was the January Sponsor of the Month for the ABA luncheon and events. Pictured L-R: Cindy Richards - Regional Marketing Director, April JohnsonCommunity Relations Director and ABA President Andrew Windham.

Carrabba’s Italian Grill catered the January luncheon. Pictured L-R: William Long, Mike Yudiskas, Stephanie Delang, Michael Schroeder and Brianna Bonifantini.

Mark Your Calendars: • April 18: ABA Golf Tournament @ Bentwater Golf Club • May 6 & 7: Smoke on the Lake • October 15: Taste of Acworth

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I look forward to sharing with you some exciting announcements next month. In the meantime, your leadership team is actively collecting ABA success stories. We want to highlight what makes the ABA great, you our members. Please grab someone on your ABA leadership team and tell them you want to share your ABA story at one of our upcoming events. It’s a great opportunity to highlight your business and support your community. Speaking of support your community, please consider supporting one another in your holiday endeavors. Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to make someone’s day with a service, gift, or food from a member of ABA. Connecting and Sharing, Andrew Windham, ABA Chief Storyteller

F ebruary E vents : • February 4: ABA Monthly Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., at NorthStar Church, 3413 Blue Springs Road, Kennesaw. Speaker is Mayor Tommy Allegood who will deliver the State of the City address. Cost: $15/members and $25/non-members. • February 9 & 23: ABA Morning Jolt, 7:30 – 9 a.m., at the American Legion North Cobb Post 304, 4220 Main Street, Acworth. FREE/members and $5/non-members. • February 11: ABA Alive After Five, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. American Legion North Cobb Post 304, 4220 Main Street, Acworth. FREE/members and $5/non-members.

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Januaryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Alive After Five was held at Center Street Tavern

A special thank you to Center Street Tavern in downtown Acworth for hosting the January Alive After Five and to Dogwood Forest Assisted Living for sponsoring it. Pictured left: Co-owner of Center Street Tavern-Suzanne Phillips, ABA President-Andrew Windham and AA5 Committee Member-Cindy Lamme. Pictured right: Center Street staff, Lexis Regal, Kelly Averill, Tamara Rosenthal, co-owner Suzanne Phillips and Amanda Patterson.

Bob Weatherford & Kelly Wilson

Dr. Doug Depew

Jay Thomas, Patty Schoettler & John Loud

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Elena & Rick Backstrom

Chris Miller, Eddie & Melanie Bowling

Abbie Parks, Malinda Howe & Kim Wigington

Ron Asby & Scott Sawyer

Andrew Windham, John Loud, Cindy Lamme, Bob Weatherford & Scott Miller

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Date Night Ideals Valentine’s Day is approaching which means it’s time for the annual article designed to give you a few great date night ideas! Planning a great date night doesn’t have to be complicated and you don’t have to be a modern-day Casanova to pull it off. Simply taking a little extra time to plan something that will enable the two of you to enjoy time together will go a long way. Here are a few ideas to get you started: 1. Pick a restaurant you’ve never been to before. It doesn’t have to be expensive – try to find a place with a great atmosphere. Here are a few options that my wife and I enjoy: South City Kitchen: www.SouthCityKitchen.com Trackside Grill in Kennesaw: www.TracksideGrill.com Henry’s in Acworth: www.ChefHenrys.com Canoe: www.CanoeAtl.com 2. Go to a concert or comedy club. Atlanta has dozens of options every week. You can get all the information by visiting www.AccessAtlanta.Com. 3. Stay at a hotel for a night. You don’t need to have a lot of extra money in order to make this work. As a matter of fact, the things on this list can fit any budget. For example, if you are married and want to stay in a hotel one night, then go to www.Priceline.Com and bid on a nice hotel for a fraction of the cost. My wife and I have stayed at some of Atlanta’s nicest hotels for less than $80. If you want to go to a nice restaurant – try out www.Restaurant.Com or www.ScoutMob.com and pick a restaurant that you have never been to before at a discounted cost. Keeping things fresh will not happen by accident, but a little extra effort goes a long way. You can do this! Allow this season to serve as a relational experiment – but don’t stop on February 14th. You might be surprised when you experience the results. Do you have any favorite date-night destinations? I’d love to hear about them! Let me know by sending a quick email to Pastor@FreedomChurch. TV.

J.R. Lee is the Lead Pastor of Freedom Church, with locations in Acworth and Kennesaw. You can get all the information you need by calling the church at (770) 529-6006 or visit www.FreedomChurch.tv. Also, check out his blog at www.JRLee.tv.

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BAPTIST Antioch Baptist Bible Church 5871 Glade Road, (770) 529-1546 Pastor: Dr. Edward Kirsche, Sr.

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Awtrey-Westwood Baptist Church 5855 Awtrey Church Road NW, (770) 974-0023 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Rev. Loy Frix Calvary Baptist Church of Acworth 4361 Westside Drive, (770) 974-4965 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wed. Svc: 6:30 p.m. www.CalvaryBaptistAcworth.org Cedarcrest Church 4600 Cobb Pkwy NW, (678) 460-3500 Sunday Service: 8:30, 10 & 11:30 a.m. Pastor: George Wright www.CedarcrestChurch.com First Baptist Church of Acworth 4583 Church Street, (770) 974-3021 Sunday Services: 10:45 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Wed. Svc: 6 p.m. Pastor: Dr. David M. Joyner www.FBCAcworth.com Glade Road Baptist Church 6570 Glade Road, (770) 975-1143 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Chuck Smith www.GladeRoadBaptist.com Harvest Baptist Church 3460 Kellogg Creek Road, (770) 974-9091 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 5 p.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Dr. Reed www.HBCGA.org Hickory Grove Baptist Church 2862 Hickory Grove Road Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Pastor: Wendell King

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Hickory Heights Baptist Church 221 Dabbs Bridge Road, (404) 488-3667 Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Phil Miller www.HickoryHeights.org Hillcrest Baptist Church 6069 Woodstock Road, (770) 917-9100 Sunday Services: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday Alive Groups: 9:30 a.m. Wed. Services: Youth/6:30 p.m. & Adults/7 p.m. Pastor: Mike Maxwell www.HBCAcworth.org Iron Hill Baptist Church 5172 Groovers Landing Road, (770) 974-2951 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. (Child.) 10 a.m. (Adult) Sunday Svcs: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Dan Guider w ww.IronhillBaptist.org Keystone Baptist Church Meets at Allatoona High School 3300 Dallas Acworth Highway, (678) 230-5317 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Pastor: Terry Nelson www.KeystoneOnline.org

Morning View Baptist Church 3750 Dallas Acworth Hwy (770) 443-5600 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7:15 p.m. Pastor: Sammy Burgess

Zion Hill Baptist Church 4255 Taylor St., (770) 974-8221 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7:30 p.m. Pastor: Dr. Frank Johnson, Jr. www.ZionHillAcworth.org

Mount Olivet Baptist Church 2385 Acworth Due West Road, (770) 974-8335 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wed. Svc: 6 p.m. Pastor: Michael A. Smith

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New Hope Baptist Church 3814 New Hope Church Road, (770) 974-7612 Sunday Services: 11 a.m & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Wed. Svc: 6:30 p.m. Pastor: Brad Dewberry Piney Grove Baptist Church 1605 Mars Hill Road, (770) 428-5122 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Scotty Davis www.PineyGrove.net Redemption Baptist Church 4160 New Hope Church Road, (770) 529-0509 Sunday Services: 9, 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Jody Harrison Sardis Missionary Baptist Church 2741 S. Main St., Kennesaw, (770) 428-4031 Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Howard Lewis, Jr. www.SardisMBCKennesawGA.org Summit Baptist Church 4310 Moon Station Lane, (770) 975-4595 Sunday Bible Study: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Services: 11 a.m. Pastor: Dr. Scott Miller www.SummitChurch.org Thankful Baptist Church 928 Kennesaw Due West, Kenn. (678) 797-0611 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Pastor: John Harris www.ThankfulBaptistKennesaw.org The Entire Bible Baptist Church 4980 North Cobb Parkway (770) 926-1464 Sunday Services: 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7:30 p.m. Pastor: Dane Gentry Three Taverns Church 3575 Acworth Due West Road, (678) 856-8002 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Doug Burrier www.ThreeTavernsChurch.org Victory Baptist Church 5717 Priest Road, Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Bro. Donald E. Lewis West Ridge Church 3522 Hiram Acworth Hwy., (770) 222-2125 Sunday Services: 9, 10:45 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. Pastor: Brian Bloye www.Westridge.com Western Hills Baptist Church 700 Mars Hill Road, Kennesaw, (770) 425-7118 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. Pastor: Steve Baskin www.WesternHillsBaptist.org Wildwood Baptist Church 4801 Wade Green Road NW, (770) 428-2100 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. Sunday Sch: 9:30 & 11 a.m. Wed. Svc: 6:30 p.m. Pastor: Ric Cadle www.WildwoodBaptist.org

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Christ Episcopal Church 1210 Wooten Lake Road, (770) 422-9114 Sunday Services: 8 & 10 a.m. Christian Ed: 10 a.m. Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. www.ChristChurch.EpiscopalAtlanta.org St. Teresa's Episcopal Church 5725 Fords Road, (770) 590-9040 Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m. Wednesday Service: 5:30 p.m. www.SaintTeresa.EpiscopalAtlanta.org

JEHOVAH’S WITNESS Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness 2515 Old Highway 92 (770) 672-6838

JUDAISM Chabad Jewish Center of Acworth www.JewishWestCobb.com (678) 460-7702 Shabbat Svcs: 1st Saturday each month at 10 a.m., Last Friday of each month at 7 p.m. Rabbi: Zalman Charytan Congregation Ner Tamid Reform Jewish Synagogue www.MyNerTamid.org (678) 264-8575

LUTHERAN Living Hope Lutheran Church 3450 Stilesboro Road, (770) 425-6726 Sunday Services: 9 & 11:15 a.m. www.LivingHopeVision.com Pastor: John Schubert First United Lutheran Church 3481 Campus Loop Rd., Kennesaw, (770) 427-0325 Sunday Services: 9 & 11:15 a.m. Pastor: Tony Prinsen www.FULC.org

PRESBYTERIAN Acworth Presbyterian Church 4561 Church Street, (770) 974-6552 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Greg Moore www.AcworthPresbyterianChurch.org Christ Community Church Meets at Kennesaw Comm. Ctr., (770) 529-2600 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Mike Glass www.ChristCommunityCobb.org Heritage Presbyterian Church 5323 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 926-3558 Sunday Services: 8:30 & 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Interim Pastor: Arch Baker www.HeritagePres.com Kirkwood Presbyterian Church USA 618 Acworth Due West Road, (770) 427-3545 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Catherine Renken www.KirkwoodPC.org Mars Hill Presbyterian Church 3385 Mars Hill Road NW, (770) 974-4395 Sunday Services: 9 & 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Dr. Bryant C. Harris www.MHChurch.com

ROMAN CATHOLIC St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church 1618 Ben King Road, NW, (770) 428-7139 Saturday: 8:30 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. (Vigil) Sunday Masses: 7:30 & 10:30 a.m., 12:30 & 5 p.m., Pastor: Rev. John M. Matejek www.StCatherineRCC.org (See website for more svcs.) St. Clare Catholic Church Meets at North Cobb High School Theater, 3400 Old Highway 41, (678) 613-9256 Sunday Service: 8:15 & 10 a.m. Spanish Service: 12 p.m. Rev. Mark Starr www.StClareCC.org St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church 680 West Memorial Drive, (770) 443-0566 Saturday Vigil: 4 & 6 p.m. (6 p.m. En Espanol) Sunday: 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. & 5 p.m. Rev. Adrian Pleus www.SaintVincentDePaulChurch.org

Acworth United Methodist Church 4340 Collins Circle, (770) 974-3312 Sunday Services: 8:30, 9:30 & 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Pastor: James Gwin www.AcworthUMC.org County Line United Methodist Church 1183 County Line Road, NW, (770) 428-0511 Sunday Services: 8:45 & 11 a.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Scott Pickering www.CountyLineUMC.org

Christ the King Church of Greater Atlanta 6464 Highway 92, (770) 924-9161 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.; Prayer Thursday: 7:30 p.m. Pastor: Jason Tomczak www.CTKAtlanta.com Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints Sunday Services: 9 & 11:30 a.m. 5095 Holt Road NW, (770) 975-1788 Cobb Vineyard Church 3206 Old Highway 41, (678) 574-0005 Sunday Services: 10 & 11:30 a.m. Pastor: Thomas Cooley www.CobbVineyard.com Dayspring Church 6835 Victory Drive, (770) 516-5733 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. Pastor: Tony Crawford www.DayspringChurch-Online.com Eagle Pointe Church 5100 Old Stilesboro Road, (770) 421-1643 Sunday Services: 10 & 11:30 a.m. Pastor: Howard Koepka www.EaglePointe.org Empowerment Worship Center 2012 Hickory Grove Road, (770) 609-9062 Sunday Celebration: 10 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Deanna Fountain-Breeden www.EmpowermentWC.org

Love Community Church 5598 Bells Ferry Road, (404) 663-1828 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Pastor: Donna Lucas Mission For Life Church Meets at Pitner Elementary School, (678) 613-9256 4575 Wade Green Rd. Bible Study: 10 a.m. Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Pastor: Kim C. Moore www.MissionForLife.org Mount Olives Church of God 5065 Cherokee Street, (678) 651-9042 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Tuesday Bible Study: 7:30 p.m. Pastor: Reneau Luzincourt reneauluzincourt@yahoo.com New Covenant Full Gospel Inc 5653 Priest Road, (770) 974-0685 NorthStar Church 3413 Blue Springs Road, (770) 420-9808 Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. Pastor: Mike Linch www.NorthStarChurch.org Northwest Christian Church 3737 Dallas-Acworth Hwy, (770) 425-2525 Sunday School: 9:30 & 11 a.m. Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. Pastor: Jay Rice www.NWCC.net Prayer & Praise Christian Fellowship Church 6409 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 928-2795 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Christian Living Class: 10 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:30 p.m. Pastor: Larry Baker www.PrayerAndPraise.org

Due West Methodist 3956 Due West Road, (770) 427-3835 Sunday Services: 8:30, 9:39, 9:45 & 11:05 a.m. Sunday School: 9:39 & 11:05 a.m. Pastor: Dr. Tom Davis www.DueWest.org

Faith Family Church 5744 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 926-4560 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. Pastor: J. Tommy White, Jr. www.FFCAcworth.com

Kennesaw United Methodist Church 1801 Ben King Road, (770) 428-1543 Sunday Service: 8:30, 9:39, 9:45 & 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:39 & 11 a.m. Tuesday: 7 p.m. REVIVE Pastor: Wallace Wheeles www.KennesawUMC.org

Four Points Church Meets at Picketts Mill Elementary 6400 Old Stilesboro Road, (678) 402-6632 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Pastor: Brent Stephens www.FourPointsChurch.tv

New Beginnings United Methodist Church 2925 Mack Dobbs Road, (770) 421-9980 Sunday Service: 9:30 & 10:45 a.m. Pastor: Scott Brown www.NBUMC.org

Freedom Church RiverStone Church 3611 Cobb Parkway (770) 529-6006 2005 Stilesboro Road, (678) 384-5200 Pastor: J.R. Lee www.FreedomChurch.tv Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m. Pastor: Tom Tanner www.RiverStoneOnline.org Gateway Church

OTHER CHURCHES

Abiding Church Meets at Chalker Elementary, (678) 888-1515 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Craig Jones www.Abiding.church Activation Church 3415 Old Highway 41, Suite 720, Kennesaw Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Pastor: Aram Mushegan Acworth Christian Church 4476 Northside Drive, (770) 974-1358 Acworth Church of God of Prophecy Ministry 3891 Nance Road NW, (770) 975-1124 Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Service: 7 p.m. Pastor: Rev. John Paul Benning www.AcworthChurch.com Branches of Christ 5946 Jacobs Road, (770) 917-4964 Pastor: Steve Pettit www.BranchesOfChrist.com Bethel A.M.E. Church 4826 School Street, (770) 905-9539 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Pastor: Rev. Leela Brown Waller www.BethelAcworth.net

River’s Edge Church 3891 Nance Road NW, (678) 318-1918 Sunday Services: 5 p.m. Mid Week & Student Worship: 7 p.m. Pastor: David Moore www.RiversEdgeAtl.com River of Life Church Meets at Northwest Family YMCA, (770) 598-4090 Sunday Services: 10 a.m. Pastor: Randy McGovern www.RiverOfLifeChristianCenter.net

1455 Ben King Road, (770) 423-0982 Sanctuary Church Sunday Service: 11 a.m. 700 Mars Hill Road, (770) 884-1963 Pastor: Andy Smith www.GatewayKennesaw.org Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:30 a.m. Pastor: Craig Bowler www.SanctuaryInHim.org Grace Church of Acworth Georgia 96 Blazing Ridge Way, (678) 447-2400 Unity of Kennesaw Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Meets at Big Shanty Elementary, (770) 422-9552 Wed. Svc: 7 p.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Elder: Mark Namirr mancpa@comcast.net Sunday Service & Youth Ministry: 11 a.m. Rev. Kelly Thomas www.UnityOfKennesaw.org Household of Faith Bible Church Meets at North Cobb Christian School, (770) 365-6723 Victory Church 4500 Lakeview Drive 4625 Highway 92, (770) 794-7366 Sunday Service: 10 a.m. Sunday Service: 9 &10:45 a.m. Pastor: L. Keith Lewis www.HOFBC.org Pastor: Jeff Hidden www.VictoryGA.com Joshua Gospel Tabernacle 4161 Southside Drive, Sunday Bible Study: 9:45 a.m.; Sunday Service: 11 a.m., Wed. Service: 7:30 p.m. Pastor: Tim Houston www.JoshuaGospelTabernacle.com Kellogg Creek Church of Christ 3510 Kellogg Creek Road, (770) 974-2814 Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m., Wed. Service: 7:30 p.m. www.KelloggCreekChurchOfChrist.org

Vintage 242 Church 8492 Hiram Acworth Highway, (678) 383-2299 Sunday Services: 9 & 10:45 a.m. Pastor: Steve Hambrick www.Vintage242.com Wholistic Life Ministry 1719 Nemours Dr. NW, Kennesaw 678-836-9586 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Pastor: Jay Jones www.WholisticLifeMinistry.org

Word of God Word of Truth Church Sunday Services being held at LifeBridge Church The Scout Hut-Adams Park (770) 428-8279 3102 Loring Road, (770) 422-3010 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Service: 9:30 & 11:15 a.m. Pastor: Galen Bias Pastor: Aaron Gable www.MyLifeBridgeChurch.com www.WOGWOTC.com

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UNITED METHODIST

Calvary Chapel River Oaks Meets at Brookwood Christian Academy 4728 Wood Street, (770) 881-4862 or (678) 977-0087 Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Grady Clark www.CalvaryChapelRiverOaks.org

Advertising Acworth Community Magazine (770) 529-1516 www.acworthcm.com

Discover Chiropractic & Rehabilitation (770) 423-9010 www.discoverrehab.com 3940 Cherokee Street, Kennesaw

Assisted Living

Coaching/Training

Attorneys/Legal Services

James D. Haley (770) 974-1494 4807 S. Main Street, Acworth

Computer Services/Repair

Captian Kleen Speed Lube (678) 290-3189 www.CaptainKleenSpeedLube.com 4210 Wade Green Road, Kennesaw Revolution Auto Service of Kennesaw (770) 212-3762 www.Revolutionautokennesaw.com 3620 Kennesaw North Industrial Pkwy, Kennesaw

Counseling

Daycare

Angle Oaks Home Loans (770) 870-0644 Edward Jones (678) 574-8620 3450 Acworth Due West RD, Suite 340 Liberty Taxes (678) 567-9936 Treasure Tax (678) 888-4829Barter The Barter Company (770) 591-4343 Tradebank (770) 953-9595

Business Consulting ADVOCOS (678) 213-0649 www.advocos.com

Carpet Dry-Tech (678) 368-5991

The Tech Doctors (770)575-0155

Thrive Counseling (678) 986-1816 www.thrivecounselingcenter.com 6095 Pine Mountain Road, Ste 105, Kennesaw

Banking/Financial Services

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners

connect 2 success™, soft skills coaching & training (404) 955-1055 www.connect2successgroup.com GhostNet, Inc (770) 852-2292 www.ghostnetinc.com

Automotive AutoBuffs Express Carwash (678) 213-1313

Education/Instruction/Counseling Bascomb United Methodist Preschool (770) 926-0397 www.bascombpreschool.com 2295 Bascomb Carmel Road, Woodstock

Lake Point Chiropractic (770) 974-5215 3950 Cobb Pkwy, Suite 401 , Acworth

Dogwood Forest Assisted Living Community (678) 831-4999 4461 S. Main Street, Acworth

Anthony Cheatham (770) 529-8940 4807 S. Main Street, Acworth

Williams Orthodontics (770) 592-5554 145 Towne Lake Parkway, #201, Woodstock

Chiropractors

Kids Day Care (678) 208-7608 www.taatt.org

Dentists/Orthodontists Acworth Family Dentistry (770) 974-8211 www.acworthfamilydentistry.com 3104 Creekside Village Drive, # 301, Kennesaw Children’s Dental Ceter (770) 422-9375 www.greatstartgreatsmiles.com 1825 Mars Hill Road NW, Acworth Dr. Daniel Lee DMD, PC (770) 974-4146 www.acworthdental.com 4427 Carnes Street, Acworth Fountain View Dentistry (770) 926-0000 www.fountainviewsmiles.com 1816 Eagle Drive, Woodstock

Brookwood Christian Academy (678) 401-5855 www.brookwoodchristian.com 4728 Wood Street, Acworth DeRiche Agency, Inc. (678) 490-3761 3175 Cherokee Street, Kennesaw Omega Learning Center (770) 792-7431 5330 Brookstone Drive, Suite 320 North Cobb Christian School (770) 975-0252 www.ncchristian.org

Funeral Home/cemetery Georgia Funeral Care & Cremation (678) 574-3016 www.georgiafuneralcare.com Winkenhofer Pine Ridge Funeral Home and Cemetery (770) 422-7299 www.winkenhoferpineridgefuneralhome.com 2950 Cobb Parkway, Kennesaw

Health & Beauty DeVae’s Skin & Nail Care (678) 754-9890 1301 Shiloh Road, Suite 510, Kennesaw Cloud 9 Nail & Spa (678) 653-9675 3969 South Main Street, Suite 130 jSpa Massage (678) 574-3810 3450 Cobb Parkway Massage Therapy at Brookstone (770) 317-3040 angelawhite.massageplanet.com Signature Salon and Spa (678) 403-1949

Northwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates (770) 429-2326

UpperCuts (770) 974-9000 3330 Cobb Parkway NW

Park Pediatric Dentistry (770) 926-9260 www.pediatricwoodstockdentist.com 1816 Eagle Drive, Woodstock

Exact Comfort Air Conditioning & Heating (770) 912-0552

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Heating & Air Conditioning

Polar Express Heating & Air (770) 313-0253 www.polarexpresshvac.com

Pet Services

Home Improvement/Repair & Service

Happy Trails Pet Center (678) 402-5025 4451 Acworth Industrial Drive www.happytrailspetcenter.com

Dr. Fixit, Ph.D. (770) 974-2390 www.drfixitphd.com Jeffrey C. Glover (404) 694-0550 www.bren-abby.com

Pet Play Place (770) 919-8738 www.petplayplace.com 2687-C McCollum Parkway, Kennesaw

Mancilla Roofing & Construction (678) 855-1919

Physicians and Medical Services

Trinity Reconstruction (404) 250-2707

Acworth Dermatology (678) 505-8030 www.acworthderm.com

Insurance American Family Insurance (770) 627-3493 www.amfam.com 4344 Southside Drive, Suite A, Acworth

Advanced Dermatology (770) 739-7546 www.skinangel.com Cartersville Medical Center (770) 382-1530 www.cartersvillemedical.com

D Ward Insurance (770) 974-0670 www.DWardInsurance.com

East Cobb Pediatrics (770) 795-4553 www.eastcobbpeds.com

Farmers Insurance (678) 483-6600

Jewelry/Appearal

Northside Hospital (770) 720-5100 201 Hospital Road, Canton www.northside.com

Glitz & Glamour (770) 529-4993 www.glitzandglamourinc.com 4857 N. Main Street, #210, Acworth

Skin Cancer Specialist (770) 422-5557

Lawn Maintenance/Landscaping

Towne Lake Primary Care (678) 445-0819 900 Towne Lake Parkway, Ste 410, Woodstock www.townelakepc.com

PG5 Tree Service & Landscaping (404) 587-8140 (678) 988-8568

Martial Arts

Optometrist/Eyewear Acworth Family Eyecare (770) 974-3153 www.acwortheyes.com 3459 Acworth Due West Road, #101, Acworth

Photographer

Lauren Lopez Lifestyle & Portrait Photography (770) 876-9689 www.laurenlopezportrait.com

Pest Control Alamo Pest Control (770) 975-9968 www.alamopestcontrol.com Hole-In-One Pest Solutions (770) 445-2215 www.holeinonepest.com Noble Pest Services (770) 422-3105 www.noblepestservices.com

ReCREATION Acworth Parks and Recreation (770) 917-1234 4762 Logan Road, Acworth Bascomb United Methodist Preschool (770) 926-0397 www.bascombpreschool.com North Cobb Christian School (770) 975-0252 www.ncchristian.org/camps SKY ZONE (678) 426-4400 1650 Airport Rd. Suite 105, Kennesaw The YMCA (770) 423-9622 1700 Dennis Kemp Ln, Kennesaw World of Gymnastics & Cheer (770) 516-6898

Retail stores Foot Solutions (770) 575-2238 3450 Cobb Parkway Ex-ceteta 770-702-7077 6110 Cedarcrest Road, Suite 350

Restaurants/Food Services

Cookies by Design WellStar (770) 578-0200 (770) 956-STAR (7827) Bar-B-Cutie www.wellstar.org (770) 917-8436 3466 Cobb Parkway, NW Plumbers

Tonchu Martial Arts (770) 592-0088 www.trytonchu.com

Bill Kettering Photography (770) 509-9280 www.billketteringphotography.com

ReCycling Acworth Recycling (770) 966-9751 www.acworthrecycling.com 5497 N. Main Street, Acworth

AquaDoc Plumbing (770) 516-9000 www.plumbdr.com

JD’s Bar-B-Que (770) 974-8434 4424 South Main Street, Acworth

TK & Sons Plumbing (770) 529-0799 www.tkandsonsplumbing.com

Rico’s Mex Mex Grill (770) 917-9791 3770 Southside Drive, Acworth

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