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UPCOMING EVENTS …

February 23, THURSDAY …

■ Piedmont Newnan’s 2SMART Mindfulness Training is an eight-week course facilitated by Dr. Rollings that will start on Feb. 23 at 9 a.m. and is hosted virtually via Zoom. More info at www.piedmont.org/womensheartsupport ■ Black History Month Celebration A celebration in dance, music, song, spoken-word and a brief lecture. Live music by percussionist and jazz player Jerry G. White, an appearance by singers Arnotti-Stephens and more! Newnan Historical Train Depot, 60 E. Broad St. Light refreshments. This event is FREE. A collaboration between the African-American Museum and Newnan-Coweta Historical Society. Info: 770.251.0207.

February 24 & 25, FRIDAY & SATURDAY …

■ Newnan’s FUMC Spring Children’s Consignment Sale The semi-annual Newnan FUMC Spring Sale will be Friday, Feb. 24 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, Feb. 25 from 8 am. to Noon. Half price Sale Saturday. Cash or check only. 33 Greenville Street, Newnan 30263. For info, call 770.253.1237 or visit nfumcpreschool.org. Look inside for their ad.

■ Drop Dead Elegant - Interactive Murder Mystery & Dinner In Interactive Murder Mysteries, patrons move around the sets to look for clues, ask the actors questions, and solve the murder(s). Fri. and Sat. 7:30 to 10 p.m. newnantheatre.org February 25, SATURDAY …

■ Tire Amnesty / Keep Newnan Beautiful Call 678.673.5505 or email knb@newnanga.gov keepnewnanbeautiful.org ■ Oscar Gala The Board of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Coweta County invites you to the 16th Annual Oscar Gala. This popular black-tie event will take place at 7 p.m. at the Newnan Centre.

Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Coweta County.

■ Breathing and Buried in Bethlehem 11 a.m. A program on life as a resident of Fayette and Coweta counties during post slavery times with 153 year old PTC’s Bethlehem Baptist Church as a focus. Included will be the program and a walk in Bethlehem Baptist’s cemetery with opportunities for questions and answers from the public. Support is provided by the Georgia Humanities and others. 475 Dividend Dr., PTC. February 26, SUNDAY ■ John McCutcheon Benefit Concert for Ukraine at Newnan Presbyterian 3 p.m. Tickets: https://onrealm.org/NewnanPr.../PublicRegistrations/Event February 28, TUESDAY ■ Piedmont Newnan’s 21-Day Accountability Challenge will start on Tuesday at 12 p.m. Maureen Sweatman, Chief Joy Officer of Joyful Living Coaching, will lead the challenge that focuses on getting the accountability you need to create new habits and meet your 2023 goals. piedmont.org/womensheartsupport.

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Free Tax Preparation Assistance offered in Coweta County

By LaTINA EMERSON, The Weekly Deal Finder

The 2023 tax season has begun, and it’s time to start making plans to file your federal and state income taxes. Rising prices on food, gas, utilities and more are putting a strain on many wallets, so several organizations are offering ways for taxpayers to save some cash this tax season.

Local residents can get free tax preparation assistance from the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program and the Internal Revenue Service’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Learn how to take advantage of these free services:

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program

Volunteers from the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program will be assisting local residents this year at the Central Library and the A. Mitchell Powell, Jr. Public Library throughout tax season. Taxpayers of all ages are welcome, and it’s not necessary to be an AARP member to participate.

Free tax preparation and electronic filing will be offered every Wednesday, Feb. 1 to April 12 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m., at the Central Library, 85 Literary Lane in Sharpsburg. For more information, call 770.683.2052.

The free tax assistance will also be available every Thursday, Feb. 2 to April 13 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m., at the A. Mitchell Powell, Jr. Public Library, 25 Hospital Road in Newnan. For more information, call 770.253.3625.

A special free filing day will be held on one Tuesday only – March 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Heard County Public Library, 564 Main Street in Franklin. For more information, call 706.675.6501.

Please note: Appointments will not be used this year. Taxpayers who would like to take advantage of the free tax preparation services are strongly encouraged to visit the library ahead of time to pick up the interview packet so they can complete the documents before coming to the library to have their taxes prepared. On the free tax preparation days, taxpayers are advised to arrive early at the library.

For the free tax preparation session, taxpayers will need to bring the following documents: • Last year’s (2021) income tax return • W-2 forms from all employers • Unemployment compensation statements • SSA-1099 form if you were paid Social Security benefits • All 1099 forms showing interest and/or dividends and documents showing original purchase price of any sold assets/

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stocks 1099-misc. showing any miscellaneous income 1099-R form if you received a pension or annuity All forms indicating federal income tax paid Dependent care provider information (name, employer ID, Social Security number) All receipts and canceled checks if itemizing deductions Social Security cards or other official documentation for yourself and all dependents

IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program

The IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program provides free tax assistance to people who make $60,000 or less annually.

During tax season, eight Goodwill locations in the region will offer free tax preparation assistance with IRS-certified volunteers. Appointments are required.

VITA sites are certified to prepare taxes for all U.S. states, military service members and non-U.S. citizens who have an Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN).

In Coweta County, the VITA site is Goodwill Thomas Crossroads at 3121 Highway 34 East in Newnan. Through April 14, taxpayers can receive free tax preparation assistance from Monday through Friday by appointment only. To make an appointment, call 833.755.2179.

Free tax help will also be available at LaGrange Goodwill at 143 Commerce Ave. in LaGrange, GA and the Carrollton Community Activities Center at 425 Willie North St. in Carrollton, GA, among other locations.

For more information about regional Goodwill locations offering free tax assistance, filing options and the list of documents to bring to your appointment, visit https://www.goodwillsr.org/vita. The regional Goodwill locations include Newnan, Columbus, Tifton, Moultrie, Free Tax Preparation Assistance story continued on page 6

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Coweta County

4-H

By Bill Hammond, Coweta County 4-H Extension Agent

Coweta County 4-H Helps Teens be Relationship Smart

By the age of 18, it is estimated that 95% of teens will have experience in romantic relationships. Teens who are in healthy relationships are more likely to feel better about themselves, have higher self-esteem levels, achieve more in school, and have better relationships with their families. About one in five teens say most of their friends are in unhealthy relationships and one in ten teens have been hit, slapped, or physically hurt on purpose by their boyfriend or girlfriend. Does your teen have the emotional intelligence to handle challenging situations in his or her dating relationships?

Developmentally, one of the ways adolescents explore who they are is through relationships. How adolescents approach these relationships is influenced by the relationships modeled around them. While some youth may have witnessed and learned about positive couple interactions from good models, many may have witnessed only poor models of couple relationships. Educational programs on healthy relationships can help youth develop skills to make smart relationship choices and avoid risky behaviors. The decision-making and relationship-building skills youth can learn through this programming can also spill over into other relationships with parents, peers, and teachers.

Dating is an opportunity for teens to learn about themselves and what they want in a future long-term committed relationship. Forming healthy relationships can help teens learn important skills such as cooperation, appropriate behavior, compromise, sensitivity, and the ability to understand others’ feelings. These skills can lead to future healthy relationships in adulthood. On the other hand, unhealthy relationships can put teens at risk for early sexual activity, depression, and poor social skills. Wise choices will assist teens in achieving their education, employment, relationship, and family goals, while poor relationship choices may create barriers to these goals.

Love Notes is a research-based curriculum designed for high school teens that incorporates hands-on activities to focus on skills and knowledge necessary for healthy dating relationships. The curriculum, developed by The Dibble Institute, offers developmentally appropriate information that addresses personal development, goals and values, what healthy (vs abusive) relationships look like, current relationship dynamics, and important communications skills. It appeals to young people’s aspirations, rather than merely emphasizing what they must avoid.

The first lessons explore who the teens are and what they expect for their future. Lessons continue with discussions about the characteristics of relationships including recognizing if it is healthy or unhealthy, making smart decisions, and having good communication skills. The curriculum builds to include the six parts of intimacy (Hint: it’s not only physical), the dangers of moving too fast in relationships, and the burdens that could happen with unhealthy relationships. Each lesson ends with a “Parent-Teen Connection” where teens are encouraged to have honest discussions with parents and trusted adults. Parents play a very important role in helping their teens learn what is healthy in a relationship and what is not. Parents can also help teens better understand the feelings they experience and how to manage them.

To learn more about the Love Notes curriculum for your child, contact Mr. Bill Hammond at the Coweta County Extension office at 770.254.2620 or email him at Billh1@uga.edu to sign up.

For a short overview about the Relationship Smarts program, visit bit.ly/relationshipsmarts An Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran, Disability Institution Bill Hammond is the Coweta County 4-H Youth Development Agent.

His role includes overseeing all 4-H programming in the county including specialty clubs, S.A.F.E. (Shooting Awareness, Fun and Education) teams, volunteers, school clubs, and other 4-H programs and events. ■

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Lessons can be learned from Groundhog Day For some of you February means Valentine’s Day. A day of love, chocolate and flowers. But for me, February is all about the Groundhog.

I love Groundhog Day. Full disclosure, it is my birthday….but it really is a cool tradition.

The first Groundhog Day was in 1887 and has its roots in ancient Christian and German traditions as a way of predicting weather. In Germany, the rodent predictor of choice was a hedgehog.

German settlers in Pennsylvania switched to using groundhogs due to their abundance. Groundhogs are also called Woodchucks and whistle pigs – because they whistle when they are frightened or looking for a mate….which too can be frightening.

So as the story goes in 1887, a groundhog hunter from Punxsutawney declared that Phil, the Punxsutawney groundhog, was America’s only true weather-forecasting groundhog. Since that time, other weather predicting groundhogs have made their way across America – from Birmingham Bill to Staten Island Chuck to Shubenacadie Sam in Canada, and our very own General Beauregard Lee. But since 1993, our furry weather predicting friends have had to share their notoriety with weatherman Phil Conners, aka Bill Murray, in the movie Groundhog Day. In the film, Phil Conners relives the same day over and over. Soon he learns that by making a few adjustments to his life, his day can net different results. And the lessons relayed in this movie are more predictable than the weather.

Lesson 1: Be kind to others. I try to always remember that I do not know what others are going through, but there is a good chance they are struggling. Try hard to remember that everyone is carrying something. Some folks hide it better than others, but we all have our junk.

Lesson 2: Try different things. Life is never boring.

You may just need to spice it up a little. Take a class, try new foods, move outside of your comfort zone.

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You are never too old to experience something new.

Lesson 3: You can’t fight the weather. Just because it is raining outside doesn’t mean it has to be dark and gloomy inside. Carry your own weather is a concept from Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Carrying your weather can be as simple as keeping a pleasant or professional disposition or as challenging as consistently living by what you deeply value. At the heart of it, however, is always a choice.

Lesson 4: To find real love, work on you. The right person may not be out there because you aren’t the right person yet.

Lesson 5: Life is what you make it. We often see examples of people coming from the same devastating situation, yet one thrives while the other is stagnant. Whatever life has dealt you, take it and make the most out of it. If you allow your past to define you, your past wins. Don’t let it.

Whatever General Lee’s prediction for weather, the real predictor of how our weather will go in 2023 is how well we can follow these lessons. Don’t be afraid of your shadow, step out into 2023 and shine!

Beth Dow is a Dementia and Alzheimer’s Educator, CAEd and Geriatric Care Manager. She is also the owner of Home Helpers of GA & AL in Newnan.

Readers can contact her by email at bdow@ homehelpershomecare.com.

Are you an Exceptional Caregiver? Join our Home Helpers team today! Now hiring Caregivers, CNAs and PCAs. Competitive wages. To apply, visit: applytobeaCNA.com or call or text: 678-597-9510.

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Notes from Perry Street

John A. Winters, Publisher, Editor john@wintersmedia.net Corby Carlin Winters, Marketing/Public Relations corby@wintersmedia.net Joey Howard, Digital Editor/Business Development 404.698.0734 • joey@wintersmedia.net

“Look to my coming at first light on the fifth day. At dawn, look to the east,” Gandalf speaking to Aragorn, telling him when he will help to fight at Helm’s Deep. The Two Towers.

I am writing this on Jan. 29, which also happens to be our anniversary. Not some work anniversary, but 29 years ago The Little Black Dress and I said “I do” in front of a lot of people. I mean a lot.

Corby’s gown was pink. Because, well, she had worn it during Miss Oklahoma pageant competitions. It meant a lot to her. She and her mom added a lot to The Dress (the gown, not the LBD), like a 325-foot trail and 6,000 beads or so.

And everyone, myself included, went “wow” when she entered.

Today also marks the fourth day without hi-speed Internet … how was that for a transition?

Take pause and think about what not having hi-speed Internet really means, because I can assure you we have.

No television, no Netflix and other streaming services, no streaming video games, no working from home (at least in our world), no searching on Google to win an argument; no being able to find out how to do Project X on YouTube … no, no, no.

Let’s get some things out of the way before we delve deeper into the hell that has become our lives. I mean, is there a better First World Problem than no Internet? Yes we have cell service. That’s like saying would you like a DVD or an 8-track?

One. Yes, we have rebooted the modem countless times. And when I say countless, I literally mean I can’t remember how many times we have done that.

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Two. We have unplugged the modem from the power source. We have waited 10 seconds, 30 seconds, one minute and an hour.

Our office is located at 15 Perry Street, Newnan, GA 30263

Three. We followed the nice guidelines from the AT&T voice robot who 1. told us to do all the above and then 2. sent some magic dust through the Internet lines to fix the problem.

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“Did that solve your problem?”

“No.” “Thank you for using AT&T.” We finally got a human, AJ was his name. He and I did not have an easy time communicating with each other.

Somehow, he also did the magic dust thingy and asked if the modem was working.

“No. We still have two blinking green lights and two blinking red lights where it says ‘broadband’ on the modem.”

“I am not showing any outages in your area.”

Flash back to the movie Cool Hand Luke - “What we have here is a failure to communicate.”

We point out that, based on our neighborhood Facebook page, there are some other AT&T clients reporting similar issues. Did I slip up and say “AT&T?” Sorry about that AT&T. My bad.

Anyway, AJ with AT&T again utters “I am not showing any outages in your area.”

So, we will have a technician coming out to save us. Said technician won’t be out to fix our wretched lives until Monday, Jan. 30. My conversation with AJ was on Thursday, Jan. 26.

Of course all of you want to know how we are surviving. The days aren’t so bad, I can go to an Internet-capable office, play golf, go for a walk, etc. But it is the nights when you feel the walls closing in.

We have resorted to talking to each other. We are reading next to a roaring fire. By reading, I mean books. We have talked about playing board games or even cards. I can’t count (meaning I have no idea, but it’s a lot) how many times I have reached for the remote to see what is on the television or opened up my laptop to do some laptopneeded thing.

And so we wait. And look to the East.

John

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Women’s Heart Programs Scheduled for American Heart Month February is American Heart Month and the goal is to raise awareness about everyone’s risk for heart disease and the steps to take for prevention. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States, which is why The Dottie Fuqua Women’s Heart Support Network offers a holistic wellness program that aims to prevent the onset and support those with cardiovascular disease through high-caliber education and wellness coaching. The free program is supported by philanthropic support to promote equity and access for all women.

Piedmont Heart Institute seeks to educate women regarding their heart disease risks and to empower them to take control of their heart health. Lifestyle changes can reduce risk by up to 80 percent. The program is offered at Piedmont Atlanta, Piedmont Fayette and Piedmont Newnan.

The Women’s Heart Support Network has many free events and ongoing classes available to help educate women about their risks of heart disease and empower them to do what they can to prevent it.

Workshops in February include: • Nuts ‘N Berries Store Tour with Dr. Neacsu will take place Wednesday, Feb. 1 at 10 a.m. at 4272 Peachtree Rd NE in Brookhaven.

• Smoothie Bowl Bonanza with Catt Jordan will take place on Saturday, Feb. 11 at 11 a.m at Trillith Studios, 200 Trillith Pkwy in Fayetteville.

• SMART Mindfulness Training is an eight-week course facilitated by Dr. Rollings that will start on Feb. 23 at 9 a.m. and is hosted virtually via Zoom.

• 21-Day Accountability Challenge will start on Tuesday, Feb. 28 at 12 p.m. Maureen Sweatman, Chief Joy Officer of Joyful Living Coaching, will lead a 21-Day Challenge that focuses on getting the accountability you need to create new habits and meet your 2023 goals.

There are also several recurring online classes offered each week. Strength and Power Fitness is a 45-minute class offered Tuesdays at 9 a.m. Guided Meditation is offered Tuesdays at 5 p.m. and on Fridays at 11 a.m. Pilates is offered on Wednesdays at 7:15 p.m. Yoga is offered on Mondays at 11 a.m. and on Thursdays at 5 p.m. No prior experience is required for any of the classes.

Learn more about The Women’s Heart Support Network and these free programs, as well as register, at www.piedmont.org/womensheartsupport.

New CT Scanner at Piedmont Newnan Produces Advanced Images A breakthrough in computed tomography (CT) technology is enabling physicians at Piedmont Newnan Hospital to obtain high accuracy, low dose, and stunning, high-resolution, information-rich images. The hospital is now able to offer advanced cardiac imaging on the new Somatom FORCE, a dual-source CT scanner that produces advanced imaging in a short amount of time and with a much lower dose of radiation.

“The images produced, and the speed and relative ease of the procedure, makes this a very valuable piece of technology for our physicians, our imaging department, and the patients they care for,” said Vicki Kaiser, COO of Piedmont Newnan. “I was fortunate enough to try the new dual source CT and was very impressed with the incredible image it was able to create.”

The dual source CT enables the user to perform an entire adult chest, abdomen, and pelvis study in only one second, so patients do not need to hold their breath.

This is especially helpful for patients who present with shortness of breath or those being evaluated for pulmonary embolism. The physician and radiologist can now make faster, more confident decisions and deliver timely intervention. In cardiac imaging, the dual source CT can obtain an entire study within a single heartbeat, capturing even the fastest-moving anatomy such as the right coronary artery.

“My scan showed blockage in one of my arteries due to my genetics, despite being physically fit and eating right,” said Kaiser. “My dad died of heart disease in his fifties, along with other members of my extended family, but with this new technology available, I’m confident he could have lived a much longer life.”

Piedmont Heart Institute Newnan Added Three New Cardiologists in Second Half of 2022 Piedmont Heart Institute, Piedmont Healthcare’s nationally recognized heart and vascular program, welcomed three new cardiologists to Newnan in 2022 as part of its commitment to expand access to these critical sub-specialties.

“By adding these talented physicians, we are able to provide greater access to heart and vascular care for Piedmont patients throughout the state of Georgia,” said Charles L. Brown III, M.D., CEO of Piedmont’s Physician Enterprise. “Because of the generous philanthropic gifts we have received and as a result of our commitment to be a national leader in this area, we are able to expand our cardiovascular services and make a positive difference in the lives we touch.”

The following physicians have joined Piedmont Heart in Newnan since July of 2022: • Ajay Kaja, M.D. – (general cardiology) joined Piedmont Heart Institute in Fayetteville and Newnan on July 24. Dr. Kaja earned his medical degree at NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada Osmania Medical College, completed his residency at Creighton University Medical Center and his fellowship in cardiology at the University of Kansas Medical Center. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease, and is also certified by the National Board of Echocardiography Inc.

The SOMATOM Force Dual Source CT produces faster, more advanced images.

For anyone that is experiencing symptoms such as chest pain or shortness of breath, or for those with a strong family history of heart disease, it is recommended that they see a cardiologist.

“With advanced imaging the new CT provides, we are able to obtain high resolution images of the arteries supplying blood to the heart,” said Sujith Kuruvilla, M.D., cardiologist who specializes in hypertension, heart failure, and cardiovascular imaging. “The absence of cholesterol build-up in the arteries on the test effectively rules out the likelihood that symptoms are from blocked arteries, while if blockages are present, the scan can detect the type of cholesterol build-up and any further testing needed. The scan can also help us recommend treatment options, including the use of cholesterol lowering medications, which slow down the progression of cholesterol build-up in the arteries and reduce the risk of death from future heart attacks.”

Piedmont Newnan has consistently earned the MI Registry’s Platinum Performance Achievement Award since 2019, which recognizes Piedmont Newnan’s commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of care for heart attack patients and signifies that Piedmont Newnan has reached an aggressive goal of treating these patients to standard levels of care as outlined by the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association clinical guidelines and recommendations.

“These recognitions demonstrate our staff and physicians’ consistent commitment to safety and high quality, patient-centered care,” said Kaiser. “Advanced technology like the dual source CT helps them deliver that care and continue to make a positive difference in every life they touch.”

To learn more about radiology and imaging services at Piedmont Newnan, visit piedmont.org/Newnan.

• Bashar Al-Turk, D.O. - (general cardiology) joined Piedmont Heart Institute in Fayetteville, Newnan and Sharpsburg on July 25. Dr. Al-Turk specializes in cardiovascular disease, echocardiology and nuclear medicine and received his medical degree from Lake Eri College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at the University of Florida College of Medicine, where he also completed his fellowship in cardiovascular disease. His clinical interests include the treatment of heart failure and coronary artery disease with an emphasis on prevention and lifestyle medicine. He is board certified in Internal Medicine.

• Ahmadreza (Reza) Karimianpour, D.O. – (cardiology, electrophysiology) joined the Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology at Piedmont Heart Institute in Buckhead, Fayetteville, and Newnan on Aug. 8. He received his medical degree from Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic and his fellowships in cardiovascular disease and cardiac electrophysiology at the Medical University of South Carolina.

Dr. Karimianpour’s clinical interests include catheter ablation of complex arrhythmias as well as cardiac device implantation and management, with a special interest in treatment of ventricular tachycardia and sudden cardiac death. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease.

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We will embrace whatever nature brings, but I sure do get attached to the “regulars” and I hope to see them again soon.

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The weather finally gave us a chance to have some much-anticipated porch time this week. It is more than a breath of fresh air; it’s like a salve to the soul, this sitting quietly while sipping the morning coffee. I found myself listening for the sounds of the geese brigade, but either they have flown off or they were up much earlier than us.

Not to be outdone, there were plenty of small birds singing away, flitting from tree to tree, greeting the day with the vigor that only birds greet with. There is much chirping while staring from their perches into the grass for the occasional unfortunate worm or two. I have not yet learned if our resident birds are wrens, robins or chickadees, but they are all welcome here.

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Having few trees, I doubt we will see much nesting as we did when we lived in the country. There was a wren family that came back every year to nest in the corner of our front porch. We were careful not to disturb them, mainly because the babies were so cute and we wanted them to thrive. We couldn’t be sure whether it was the parent birds or the hatchlings that returned each year, but return they did, and I got some great pictures. Those pictures didn’t come easy, as I had to cling to the porch rails and stretch as high as I could to get just the right angle. If they were awake, the babies would match my stretch with their own, hoping that I was the mom or dad bird bringing them food. Their little bobbing heads would wobble on skinny necks, eyes

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You may have noticed that the real estate market has changed dramatically recently. We saw the strong seller’s market peak earlier in the year. Homes were selling at all-time high prices with record demand from buyers. We were regularly seeing multiple offers over list price with cash buyers typically winning these competitive bidding wars. I received 23 offers on one listing and 21 on another. This has all changed.

With mortgage rates up from three percent and four percent to seven and eight percent, the market has really changed. The number of homes available for sale, which was a huge problem earlier in the year, is slowly increasing but demand has cooled off. Many buyers have decided to wait to purchase until interest rates go down. These two developments, along with a historic inflation increase, have slowed down the real estate market considerably. Listings are taking much longer to sell, weeks and months instead of days. The number of showings has decreased considerably as there are just not as many buyers in the market. Now is a better time to buy than it was earlier in 2022.

Lawrence Yun, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) chief economist, expects home sales to decline by seven percent in 2023, while the national median home price will increase by only one percent. In 2024, Yun projects a strong rebound for the housing market, with a 10 percent jump in home sales and a five percent increase in the national median home price. According to Yun, 2023 would be a better time to purchase a home than waiting to 2024.

If mortgage rates can drop from seven percent, that would be the optimal time to buy. According to the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), mortgage rates should be close to 5.4% by the end of 2023. If you are trying to “time your home purchase” this might be the time frame to aim for from what I am seeing and hearing in our marketplace.

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Like my grandmother, I gather recipes from hither and yon. Today, I obtain new recipes from two vastly different sources—old recipe boxes and the internet.

I recently came across an online recipe from the Detroit News that was attributed to a 1958 clipping from the Pittsburgh Press for valentine cookies that are made with oatmeal and cut into heart shapes.

I’m always up for a new shaped cookie recipe, since you can make them for any holiday you like, and these cookies came out of the oven so tasty and crispy that I wanted to share the recipe with you. Full disclosure: I liked the plain ones best, but since it’s February, I couldn’t resist a little embellishing.

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Well-prepared, Quality Food ... Great Prices!

Apply online at YamahaJobs.com Click on Direct Hire to Apply!

Always wear your seat belt, helmet, eye protection and protective clothing.

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HUD HOMES FOR SALE For more information call:

Angie Hogsed 678-472-8384 Lindsey’s, Inc. Realtors 14 Jackson Street, Newnan, Ga. 30263 770-253-6990

www.hudhomestore.com www.lindseysrealtors.com

CONSIGNMENT SALE

CHILDREN’S CONSIGNMENT SALE – The semi-annual Newnan FUMC Spring Sale will be Friday, Feb. 24 from 9-5, and Saturday, Feb. 25 from 8-Noon. Half price Sale Saturday. Very gently used items such as children’s clothing (infant to size 16), accessories, baby gear, bedding, books, furniture, games and more. Cash or check only. 33 Greenville Street, Newnan 30263. For info, call 770.253.1237 or visit nfumcpreschool.org.

WE BUY

Superior Tree Service No Job Too Big or Too Small.

“WE BUY HOUSES” Any condition. Cash. Quick closing.

Mike 678.409.8600 WE BUY: scrap metal, junk cars, old appliances, stoves, refrigerators, washers, dryers, dish washers & batteries. Gentry Recycling 770.253.5770.

Give Us A Call

WE BUY CARS – LKQ PICK YOUR PART buys cars . 7 days a week.

For info, call 1.800.962.2277 or visit: www.lkqpickyourpart.com

free estimAtes

WE PAY TOP DOLLAR for aluminum, copper, brass. Gentry Recycling 770.253.5770.

Naomi Thompson

VEHICLES

678-491-4703

T PLATINUM AUTO SALES LLC Very Nice Vehicles for Sale … $10,000, $5,000 and under. * Financing Available * Mike 678.409.8600

199 Wilson Circle, Newnan, GA 30263

LAND / LOTS 1,000 Gallons

425

$

1,500 Gallons

525

$

Mitchell Septic Service Residential & Commercial • Install & Cleaning Licensed & Insured • Competitive Prices

#1 in the #2 Business!

We offer 24-Hour Emergency Service

678-673-4910 Precision Tune Soon!

SERVICES

SHINGLE ROOFS – Metal Roofs, Decks, Siding, Patio Roofs, Barns, Windows and More. Angie’s List 2020 Super Service Award. Call today for a free estimate. Discounts for Military, First Responders, Healthcare, Seniors and Cash.

Southern Signature Solutions, 678-850-0431.

10% OFF ANY TREE SERVICE for senior citizens and veterans from Arbor Tech Tree Service when you mention this ad. Experts in tree removal, trimming/pruning, and stump grinding. Emergency service. Free Estimates.

Certified ISA Arborist on staff. Call 678.633.2986.

HOME IMPROVEMENT We proudly do painting, remodeling, decks, doors, basements, gutters, windows, roofing, columns, flooring, plumbing, kitchens, wood repair, electrical. ALL types of handyman jobs. NO job too small. Successfully over 30 years in business. 770.252.5458. Very reasonable rates.

TREE REMOVAL – 24/7 Emergency Service, Tree-Shrub Pruning and Trimming, Commercial and Residential, Licensed/Insured. Want It Your Way, Call Us Right Away. Misael’s Tree Service & Stump Grinding. Call 678.301.0153.

NOW HIRING NOW HIRING – Headley Construction is now seeking Construction Superintendents. Previous experience in new construction or renovation is preferred but will train highly-motivated candidates. Great pay, 401K, paid holidays & PTO, home every night. Apply in-person at 44 East Washington St. in Newnan or email resume to: cgilliam@headleyconstruction.com. 3/22

3 CHOICE LOTS IN ASHLEY WOODS, County water available.

Just $29,900 each.

Frank, Lindsey’s, Inc. Realtors – 770.253.6990

SMALLCAKES IS HIRING – Want to work someplace fun with flexible scheduling? Smallcakes Cupcakery Newnan is hiring for part-time closing cashiers! Shifts are 2-4 days per week, with opening weekend shifts also available. Apply in the store today!! 113 Newnan Crossing Bypass, Newnan 30265. For info, call 770.252.1400.

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

NOW HIRING – LKQ PICK YOUR PART in Fayetteville, GA is seeking to fill various positions. To apply, visit lkqpickyourpart.com and select ‘Careers.’

24+/- ACRES ON POPLAR ROAD AT YEAGER ROAD INTERSECTION. Already zoned C-6 with water and sewer. Ideal for multiuse development. $7,000,000 for all or will consider subdividing front 5 acres for $500,000 per acre and back 19+/- acres for $250,000 per acre Frank/Chip, Lindseys, Inc. Realtors, 770.253.6990.

SERVICES

SEPTIC – Residential, commercial or install or cleaning. Call Mitchell Septic Service at 678-6734910. No. 1 in the No. 2 Business. $425 for 1,000 gallons; $525 for 1,500 gallons. 24-Hour Emergency Service available. 3/22

Get an oil change and save!

WE NEED HELP! Knowledgeable technicians with own tools. Pay based on experience up to $35 flat rate. Monday thru Friday 8-5. Contact us at Jamie’s Automotive, LaGrange. 706.242.4927 CAREGIVERS – Home Helpers of GA & AL seeking qualified Caregivers.

Available shifts – days, evenings, overnight and/or weekends. Competitive wages, extensive training, supportive work environment and paid time off.

Apply online at ApplyToBeACNA.com or call 678.876.5118.

PETS

NEWNAN COWETA HUMANE SOCIETY. Check website for list of animals at local animal control facility and foster care animals.

Call 770.253.4694 www.nchsrescue.org.

Georgia Baptist Childrens Homes, WinPak, Yamaha are Hiring.

Check out their ads in this issue.

Full Synthetic

$

3990

X 5995

$

Most Vehicles

130 Jefferson Street, Newnan, GA 30263 Weekdays 8 am - 6 pm • Saturday 8 am - 5 pm

770.884.6664

You’ve got cars. We can fix ‘em!

Includes: • Up to 5 Quarts Oil includes OW20, 5W20, 5W30 • New Oil Filter • Vehicle Maintenance Inspection • Lubrication of Grease Fittings • Check & Adjust Tire Pressure • Top Off Vital Fluids Expires 3/22/23

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Tax Season Is Auto Season REFUND = NEW RIDE

We Want You! NOW! Don’t Wait!

To Own A New or Pre-Owned Nissan!

Use Your Income Tax Refund As Your Down Payment!

We Have A HUGE Inventory of NEW 2023s, & A Large Selection of Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles!

Stop in, call, or visit website to get more information about these special deals!

Nissan of Newnan 783 Bullsboro Dr. (next to Zaxby’s), Newnan, GA 30263

770.254.3800 www.nissanofnewnan.com SALES

SERVICE

RENTALS

Smith Automotive Group, family owned and operated, offers a fresh, new approach to your car buying experience.

Let’s not forget to … STAY SAFE, WEAR YOUR MASKS, WASH YOUR HANDS REGULARLY, PRACTICE SOCIAL DISTANCING … because we care!

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95

Includes up to 5 Quarts of Oil, New Filter and Multi-Point Inspection

Plus tax. Additional oil, diesel or synthetics extra. Cannot be combined with any other offers. One discount per service with coupon. Other restrictions may apply. See dealer for details. Expires 3/7/23.

Plus tax. Additional oil, diesel or synthetics extra. Cannot be combined with any other offers. One discount per service with coupon. Other restrictions may apply. See dealer for details. Expires 3/7/23.

4-Wheel Alignment BATTERY INSPECTION $ 95 $129.95 Reg.

Cannot be combined with any other offers.

One discount per service with coupon.

Other restrictions may apply. Expires 3/7/23.

99

Cannot be combined with any other offers.

One discount per service with coupon.

Other restrictions may apply. Expires 3/7/23.

Cannot be combined with any other offers.

One discount per service with coupon.

Other restrictions may apply. Expires 3/7/23.