FTT May 2023

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Gene Sprague, Ann Rogers, Gretchen Fuller, Bill Bauer, Bill Sandifer, Buddy Moseley, Mildred Moseley, Joseph Cobb, Terry Swain-Fair-Oak Youth Center, Ben Lewis - Edward Jones, Jay Wright, Nick Gambrell, Lowell Belue, Woodrow William, Gary Shaw, Glenda Moseley, Matthew Fortin, Mary Fuston

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More Character in Our Communi es by Adam Conyers

Dates to Remember In May

May 4th - National Day of Prayer

May 14th - Mother's Day

May 20th - Armed Forces Day

May 28th - Pentecost

May 29th - Memorial Day

It’s that most wonderful time of year to plow, dig and prepare as we plant our vegetable gardens and flower beds. In spite of our best efforts, there is only so much that we can control in tending an actual garden. The weather, insects and animals, to name only a few, can wreak havoc and destroy our otherwise healthy vibrant plantings. The same can be true of our character, reputation and even peace of mind if we don’t guard ourselves from reacting improperly to provocations or allowing our feelings and opinions to drive our words and actions in ways that are unbecoming of a rational, responsible member of society.

Speaking of provocations and things that wreak havoc, my personal picks of culprits would be the following. The media—it seems the more negative the coverage the harder it’s pushed, or perhaps the better it sells. How often have you heard one side attack CNN while those who oppose them attack FOX? Social media—is certainly a platform that so many have been exposed to and taken part in spreading misinformation and negativity. Left versus right, men versus women, black versus white and the divisions seem to expand daily. Perhaps this next one belongs at the top of the list—Power hungry politicians. Not all politicians are bad; there are those who actually try to do what is best for the people they represent and serve. Sadly, all too often their voices are drowned out by the louder, more aggressive voices of those who are more interested in power than principle. Look at how many we see these days who appear to be more concerned with posturing and grandstanding than with actually governing. They tell people what they want to hear, regardless of whether or not it is true. They attack anyone who disagrees with them with viciousness and vitriol, instead of engaging in reasonable discussion. There are bad actors who are guilty of this in all political parties and at every level of our government. Have you ever questioned why this is happening?

While I doubt there is scientific evidence proving the following, I feel it is a very accurate depiction of what is driving so much of the deep divisions and discord in our nation. “If you put 100 black ants and 100 red ants in a jar, nothing will happen. But if you shake the jar hard, the ants will start killing each other. The red ants will consider the black ants their enemies, and the black ants will consider the red ants their enemies. The real enemy is the one who shakes the jar. The same thing happens in human society. So before we attack each other, we should think about who is shaking the jar!”

I am reminded of the following from my March 2018 article regarding “Sowers of Discord.” “Proverbs 6:12-14 speaks of a “worthless person, a wicked man.” It describes such a man in the following manner, “with a perverted heart devises evil, continually sowing discord.” Discord can be defined as, “lack of concord or harmony; disagreement, strife, dispute, controversy, argument, contention, or quarreling. Why would anyone purposely sow such a bitter and horrible crop?” It came as no surprise that Sowers of Discord are usually driven to serve their own interests, rather than considering what may be more prudent for the good of others or society in general.” Can you think of anyone who this describes?

What do you wish to reap in the coming months? Be very careful what you sow or may assist in planting. The “seed” you drop could very well be the one that leads yourself, or another person to fruition or destruction. Also, keep in mind the little story about the ants in the jar. Who is shaking your jar? Better yet, examine your own actions to see if you are shaking the jar of others?

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Proverbs 31:20-31 (KJV)

20She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needy. 21She is not afraid of the snow for her household: for all her household are clothed with scarlet. 22She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing is silk and purple. 23Her husband is known in the gates, when he sitteth among the elders of the land. 24She maketh fine linen, and selleth it; and delivereth girdles unto the merchant. 25Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come. 26She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness. 27She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness. 28Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her. 29Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all. 30Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised. 31Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates.

Scripture chosen by Ann Rogers

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This will be done by a drawing of all pictures of the graduates entered.

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4. Must be Fun!

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The Day Tripper

By Bill Bauer

There are many sounds of spring. Birds returning from their winter break, lawnmowers a acking the no longer dormant grass, and engines growling as boats begin to zip around the lake are just a few.

For me, spring is here when I can hear the crack of a wooden bat crushing a baseball. Baseball is America’s pas me, and a er spring training in Florida and Arizona, baseball teams come home to play the season.

For the Greenville Drive, the Boston Red Sox’ High A Minor League Affiliate, home is Fluor Field, a miniature Fenway Park sea ng 5900, located a mere 40 minutes away in the city’s West End District.

Complete with its own “Green Monster” and Pesky Pole,’ replica ng two iconic fixtures at Fenway, Fluor Field is a fabulous ballpark where there is truly not a bad seat in the house. You can even bring a blanket and sprawl out on the grass along the third base line! No baseball game is complete without a hot dog, peanuts, and popcorn accompanied by a cold beer or so drink and Fluor Field doesn’t disappoint. Seven concession stands are located around the main concourse including Splendid Splinter’s down the third base line and 7th Inning Stretch along first.

Behind home plate you’ll find Que’s BBQ serving brisket and pulled pork and assorted sides and Fowl Pole, home to fried chicken, tenders, nuggets, and waffle fries. Ice cream is available at Sweet Caroline’s located just above the TD Bank Family Terrace.

Tickets are cheap and a day at the ballpark will not break the bank. The Box Office at the field is open on game days at 10:00AM but ckets can also be purchased online at greenvilledrive.com or at 864-240-4528 between 9AM to 5PM.

Fluor Field is also just a short walk to Gather Greenville, the open-air food court venue featuring 13 container restaurants serving food and beverages to suit any palate and budget. It has an impressive variety of offerings, such as doughnut sandwiches, lobster rolls, sushi, cra beer, and what may well be the best Cuban sandwich this side of Miami.

May is a great month to visit the ballpark. There are a dozen home games, usually beginning at 7:05 PM on Monday thru Saturday and 3:05 PM on Sunday. Gates open an hour prior to first pitch. You don’t need to be an ardent baseball fan to enjoy a ballgame, so get out, take in a game, and hear that magical sound of spring. You might even see a homer soar over the Green Monster in left field!

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TRAVEL TIDBITS, UPDATES, AND TIPS

UPDATE ON REAL ID’S … The required Real ID has been pushed back to May7,2025. It is suggested that you request the Real ID when it is time to renew your drivers license. The reason for the push back is due to a backlog at Homeland Security. If you are traveling internationally you will need to make sure your passport is valid 6 months beyond your return date. If not, passports are taking 3-4 months to obtain. If needed sooner, you will need to pay for expedited service in order to get them in time.

Travel to Seattle is easy to explore and get around with Step On Step Off transportation. The City Pass at $109 for adults is about half the entry fees to attractions such as the Space Needle, the Seattle Aquarium and the Museum of Pop Culture. There is much to explore on foot from the parks near the waterfront and the 534 acres of beaches, seaside cliffs and nature trails. Take a fascinating with Bill Speidel’s Underground Tour in historic Pioneer Square to explore the city below the city that was destroyed by fire in 1889.

Houston offers visitors free admission to the city’s museums. The Museum of Fine Art has free admission, gallery talks and tours all day on Thursday. From March to November you can enjoy live performances of all kinds at the Miller Outdoor Theater in Herman Park.

Miami can be pricey, but you can ditch the crowds of South Beach and head to nearby Key Biscayne and Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park where parking is $8 per day. The park has shaded picnic pavilions, beach wheelchairs and an undeveloped stretch of sand with shallow water for swimming. In the Design District the Institute of Contemporary Art (free admission) features experimental contemporary art. Pack a picnic and a lawn chair to enjoy a free outdoor wallcast of the New World Symphony projected in Soundscape Park.

Whenever you are ready, Travel by Gretchen will be here to assist you.

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POETRY TO THE EARS……….

Christine

By Patricia Wood - Foothills Writers Guild

She taught me how to be a mother. She showed me how to take care of a family— including sacrificing for and serving others.

Christine was always singing or humming, her grey eyes twinkling with laughter. She loved us with a fierceness that cannot be explained in words.

She taught me all about flowers and gave me her green thumb. She loved green, growing things, and never wasted anything.

I have never met a more positive person—not ever. Christine exemplified a good mother

COLEUS

By Patricia Wood - Foothills Writers Guild

My mama loved coleus, and they loved her too. With no money to buy them, she knew what to do.

Put cuttings in water to make strong roots. When spring planting came, she put them in dirt.

When summer was over, she picked the best ones to root in bottles. The process was done.

Now I plant coleus. They remind me of her and hot Georgia summers and cycles of life.

Dear Mama

By Sharmen Oswald - Foothills Writers Guild - Pegasus Poets member

Your ninetieth birthday is coming fast And I just want you to know That you’ve taught me well Many life lessons that will last.

You taught me without a word These lessons I’ve watched How to teach from the heart, See the best in others, undeterred.

You are their favorite, students said Because you believe in themWhen others see failure, limits You see possibility, hope instead.

Life-long learning is for all No matter how poor or oldThe power of the pen is unfeigned Words carry force no matter how small.

Stories and poems emanate from my soul I hear your voice echo in my heart Ideas planted and watered Burst forth just in time to console.

Your soul overflows with music and God The piano, an extension of you, Infuses the air with a joyous melody Your song, authentic not a facade.

Adventure is your companion Uncharted roads, even Russia Called you to their experience You answered, went unabandoned.

Now you have another call

Must go again this time not return Yet you live a better life I can not stop you, nor forestall.

Fair-Oak Youth Center News

April Was a Busy Month

The month of April has been busy. Senior Fitness, Volleyball, Baseball, T-ball, Softball and Bingo. Come join Senior fitness every Tuesday from 10:00-11:00AM. (no registration just show up and it's free) Registration for Fall Soccer and Volleyball will be online the end of May.

Bingo

Our April Bingo winners pictured below. Bingo is the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM. Our next Bingo will be May 9th & 23rd.

What’s Cookin’ with Willie Ann

By Ann Rogers STRAWBERRY BREAD

STRAWBERRY PIE WITH JELLO

 9 inch pie shell

 4 c. strawberries washed and hulled

 1 ½ c. water

 ¾ c. sugar

 2 Tbsp cornstarch

3 oz package strawberry Jell-O

Bake pie shell according to package directions. Cool.

Place washed and hulled strawberries in cool pie shell.

Combine water, sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan. Bring to boil and cook two minutes. Add strawberry Jell-O and stir until dissolved. Slowly pour over berries. Chill in refrigerator until set. Store, covered, in refrigerator until serving.

SERVE WITH COOL-WHIP

 1 (10 oz.) packages frozen strawberries, thawed. Fresh strawberries may be used when available.

 4 eggs

 1 & ¼ cups vegetable oil

 3 cups all-purpose flour

 1 tsp. baking soda

 1 tsp. salt

 3 tsp. cinnamon

 2 cups sugar

 1 cup pecans, chopped

Stir together strawberries, eggs, and oil. Mix together flour, baking soda, salt cinnamon, sugar and nuts. Add to strawberry mixture and stir until blended. Pour into 2 greased and floured large loaf pans. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until done.

Submitted by Mildred Moseley

Health Benefits of Strawberries

Written by WebMD Editorial Contributors

What Are Strawberries?

Strawberries are good for your whole body and deliver vitamins, fiber, and high levels of antioxidants known as polyphenols.

Strawberries are a favorite summer fruit. They appear in everything from yogurt to desserts and salads. Strawberries are a low-glycemic fruit, making them a tasty option for people looking to control or reduce their glucose levels.

June is usually the best time to pick fresh strawberries, but they're available in supermarkets year-round. They are delicious raw or cooked in a variety of recipes ranging from sweet to savory.

Strawberries are good for your whole body. They naturally deliver vitamins, fiber, and particularly high levels of antioxidants known as polyphenols -- without any sodium, fat, or cholesterol. They are among the top 20 fruits in antioxidant capacity and are a good source of manganese and potassium. Just one serving -- about eight strawberries -- provides more vitamin C than an orange.

POETRY TO THE EARS……….

Never Ending Love

By Ann Ramsey -Foothills Writers’ Guild

A mother’s love is never-ending, One on whom others are depending. Arms so warm hold sick child through the night.

Lips pray protection with all her might. Ears listen to mouths and what they say, Eyes see the true self, and that’s ok.

Hands so soft, brush the hair from my eyes, Now wrinkled with age, in bed, she lies. Time stops for no one, reversing roles. Her love, strength, courage spring from my soul.

Mothers

By Judy Durham - Foothills Writers Guild

Mom, Mommie, Mother

All names for her. Noble, loving, kind, Words you will find To describe the lady Who carries the baby.

A baby is a gift from above-A blessing costing nine months of love. Mom bears the pain of delivery And suffers valiantly To receive into her waiting arms

The child she has protected from harm.

A sacred place—a woman’s womb. A safe, comfortable, warm room. We all come from such a place Where we first lived in grace

As we waited for our appointed birth day To come out and play.

Thank you, Mothers, for the room and board And for being our first landlord!

Soldier’s Duty

By Ann Ramsey-Foothills Writers’ Guild

Sunrise to sunset

Always watching-never rest Loyalty at its best.

Duty is assigned

While loved ones remain behind Ever on one’s mind.

Freedom is not cheap

Consider the cost quite steep Life lost time to weep.

The Ultimate Sacrifice

Angela Mason Lowe - Foothills Writers Guild

On the last Monday in May

we honor those who served in the armed forces of the U.S.A. For the brave who gave their lives defending our country we place a flag upon their grave. A reminder of the ultimate sacrifice they gave. Gone but not forgotten in America this is Memorial Day!

Vietnam Visions

By G875

Sgt Weaver came to our position and informed us that we would be staying in place through the day and keep watch for any gooks that might come thru our area. He informed us that headquarters wanted us to remain in position as they had information that there was a lot of gooks in the area and if we didn’t move around, they would never know we were there until we opened fire on them. The day went smooth and uneventful. The next morning, I awoke with a stiff neck. I ached all over from having slept for the last several hours on the hard Vietnamese ground. During my early morning watch that I volunteered for a heavy fog had covered the jungle's floor. The fog was now being quickly dispersed by the rising sun. Sgt Weaver sent a runner to inform us that an hour later we would move out and my squad would walk point. An hour or so later we moved out and about thirty minutes later we were all drenched in sweat from the hot, humid air. The day, lucky for us, was smooth and we didn’t encounter any gooks. However, this was day two and I knew we would be here for several weeks until we got information as to where the gooks are. I remember years later someone once asked me if I regretted having fought in Vietnam. No, I don't regret it. I wouldn't give up that experience for anything in the world. We fought, not for a dream that was unobtainable, but for the idea of democracy, we fought against Communist aggression and for the type of life that we honestly believed in. We believed that liberty and justice was for all. We felt honored to have served our country, to have been given the opportunity to help others, to try to obtain the same freedom we enjoyed. I was fortunate to have been given the opportunity in life to be more than just a witness in history. We will never see battles again as we did in Vietnam. If we failed, it was not because we did not do our duty; it was because others entrusted with higher responsibilities failed to do theirs. I would like for the public to realize that this story belongs to America. Because it was our country that sent us to Vietnam and, as an Army soldier, my job was to kill Communist soldiers. That is what a soldier is trained to do. I went there to kill them and to come back alive; I did both. I know I killed a lot of Viet Cong. I do know that I killed many North Vietnamese Communist soldiers, individuals that were trained and supplied by the Soviet Union and Communist China. That was my job as a United States Soldier--to kill Communist soldiers, and that is what I did. There are words that I use that some may find offensive. In today's society, they are not politically correct. I use them because they are the words of war, words of that time and era.

The Tech Corner

by Lowell Belue

iPhone Voice Isolation

iOS version 16 introduced a new iPhone feature that reduces background noise from your phone. It is called Voice Isolaon. Though I haven't tried it in noisier areas, like stores, outside with wind blowing, etc., it does appear to make it easier for the called party to hear me.

You must open the phone’s Control Center during a phone call to ac vate the feature. You can call yourself or call someone else. If you call yourself and have ac vated your voice mailbox, you'll be prompted to enter your password. I'm unsure what happens if voice mail is not ac vated, but I’d guess you'll hear a message advising of that situa on. Ignore such prompts. Once you ac vate voice isola on, the se ng is retained.

To ac vate voice isola on:

1.Place a phone call to yourself or to someone else (if you want to try a before and a er test).

2.When the call completes, swipe down from the upper right corner where the ba ery/WiFi/cell icons are located.

3.You will see a gray Mic Mode bu on (see pic below). Tap it.

4.Tap voice isola on.

5.Tap an empty spot on the screen to close Control Center.

6.Swipe upward from the bo om of the phone to close Control Center and end or resume the call.

You probably no ced a Wide Spectrum op on and a note indica ng this op on is not available. Wide Spectrum is the opposite of voice isola on. It allows mulple people using a single device on a call to be heard more easily. It enhances background “noise” and is useful for FaceTime calls with mul ple people using a single device. It is available on iPad Face me calls, and may have been available before iPad OS version 16 was deployed.

The Sandifer Update: : Houses Passes Fiscally Responsible State Budget

Keeping you updated on the latest news from state government

By Rep. Bill Sandifer

As we progress through the 2023 legisla ve session, I want to update you on some recent accomplishments of the S.C. House. We have made significant strides advancing bills that will improve the lives of South Carolinians, including legisla on that focuses on educa on, adop on reform, spli ng DHEC, and improving our state's economy.

State Budget for 2023‐2024: The House has approved its version of the state budget, which priori zes reducing taxes and increasing reserves, inves ng in roads and bridges, and recrui ng and retaining teachers and law enforcement professionals. The House budget also includes funding for at least one School Safety Resource Officer in every school in South Carolina. We are commi ed to remaining fiscally conserva ve while inves ng in infrastructure and suppor ng law enforcement and teachers. The Senate will now debate the budget, and I will keep you updated as it progresses.

Educa on and Workforce Readiness: The House has passed legisla on that will establish statewide workforce readiness goals and allow for dual enrollment and credit transfer between higher learning ins tu ons. Addi onally, the House has passed a bill that gives school districts the flexibility to offer courses focused on job-ready skills.

Progress on Adop on Reform: We con nue working on legisla on that will make it easier for South Carolinians to adopt children. A set of seven bills is currently being considered that will incen vize family members to become legal guardians, expedite the adop on process, eliminate the 90-day wai ng period for adop on, and enable permanency planning hearings to involve the termina on of parental rights determina ons. I will keep you informed as these important bills progress.

Spli ng DHEC: The House has passed legisla on that would split the S.C. Department of Health & Environmental Control (DHEC) into two separate divisions. Supporters of the bill argue that DHEC is too large, and separa ng the health and environmental responsibili es would be be er served with two divisions solely focused on their specialized missions.

Supplying Lifesaving Medica on: The House has also passed legisla on that will allow school nurses to stock and administer Narcan, a lifesaving medica on. DHEC has already allocated funding to purchase the medicaon. Addi onally, the House unanimously passed a bill that will allow coroners to stock and administer lifesaving medica on such as Narcan if they encounter overdose vic ms.

Great News for South Carolina's Economy: March was a fantas c month for job crea on and total investment in our state. With over 6,000 jobs created and almost $3.9 billion in new investment announced last month, South Carolina con nues to shine.

Honored to Support the Homebuilding Industry: I am grateful to the SC Homebuilders Associa on (HBASC) for awarding me the 2023 HBASC Hammer & Trowel in recogni on of my efforts to support our state's homebuilding industry.

I am proud to be a voice for the ci zens of House District 2, and I am always available to assist with naviga ng state government or to hear your thoughts about improving our state. My door is always open!

Bill Sandifer represents Oconee County’s District 2 in the South Carolina House. Sandifer can be reached at (864) 885‐2240 or bill@sandifer.us. You also can connect with him on Facebook.

LAUGH OUT LOUD

Hello everyone, hope you had a great Easter. I’ve been asked if we ever do jokes about older people. I was thinking that the youngsters calls us Old Farts, soooo I was thinking and here we go.

An old man is fishing by the creek. Soon a wagon pulled by horses approaches on the road behind him. "Is the water shallow enough to pass through with my horses and goods, old man ?" bellowed the driver.

"Sure! A mere few feet to the right, a small family made their way across not an hour ago" meekly said the old-timer.

Happy to shorten his journey the driver reins his horses across the stream. Not a few steps in when the horses succumbed to the watery depth. Barely holding on to the bank the driver escaped the waters with his life intact while the horses swam away

"Oy, you old fart, you said I could make my way across here. Didn't you tell me that a small family made it across?"

The old man was puzzled, "I don’t get it. The family of ducks passed, and their legs were much shorter than the ones in your horses."

A family brings their elderly mother to a nursing home. While sitting in her new room, she slowly starts to lean over sideways in her chair. Two attentive nurses immediately straightened her up. After a while, she starts to tilt to the other side. The nurses rush back to put her upright. This goes on all morning.

Later, the family arrives and asks, "Are they treating you all right?" She replies, "It's pretty nice -- except they won't let you fart."

What happens when you make a bean and onion casserole?

Tear gas.

I asked my 91-year-old father, “Dad, what were your good old days?” His thoughtful reply: “When I wasn’t good, and I wasn’t old.”

One of the shortest wills ever written: “Being of sound mind, I spent all the money.”

The other day this old fart got carded at the liquor store. While he was taking out his ID, his old Blockbuster card fell out. The clerk shook his head, said, “Never mind,” and rang him up.

“This is your great-grandma and great-grandpa,” I told my grandson as I handed him a photo of my parents. “Do you think I look like them?” He shook his head. “Not yet.”

Two old guys, Fred and Sam, went to the movies. A few minutes after it started, Fred heard Sam rustling around and he seemed to be searching on the floor under his seat. "What are you doing?" asked Fred. Sam, a little grumpy by this time, replied "I had a caramel in my mouth and it dropped out. I can't find it." Fred told him to forget it because it would be too dirty by now. "But I've got to", said Sam, "my teeth are in it!"

Q. How are stars like false teeth?

A. They both come out

“Well, That it for this month, I hope every one enjoys mother’s day this month!”

Meet Your Neighbors Celebrating A Birthday In May!

Happy Birthday to Lorie Cichoskie on May 1st!

Johnny Buckler Celebrates his Birthday on May 6th!

Happy Birthday to Tracey Hauser on May 10th!

Florence Beatty Celebrates her Birthday on May 20th!

Happy Birthday to Blake Farmer on May 20th!

Gerhardt Van Zyl Celebrates his Birthday on May 22nd!

Happy Birthday to Krisitina Farmer on May 24th!

Gary DeWacther Celebrates his Birthday on May 30th!

Happy Birthday to Anita Neciase on May 30th!

Fair-Oak Elementary School Honor Roll 3rd Quarter 2022-2023

3rd Grade All A’s

Aiden Thor Andrews, Elijah Sheriff Isbell, Claire Leigha Martin, Laney Belle Overholt, Addison Gail Perkins, Gwyneth Kaylee Phillips, Rosie Frances White

3rd Grade A/B Honor Roll

Cayden Jack Alexander, Kali Elizabeth Broome, Braxton Phillip Burton, Ky'Moni L. Bush, Brody Turner Cheek, Savannah Cox, Jayden Thomas Craig, Lauren Whitney Dumas, Victoria Skye Evans, Kaleb William-Lee Gray, Amelia Hooper, Boone Ramsey Hudson, Jason Alexander Jourden, McKenzie Catherine Keasler, Beau Hunter Lusk, Radiance Miller, Gabriel Tucker Morgan, Grady Ryan Nalley, McKenna River Neal, Heather Mae Overholt, Alexis Heaven Noel Owens, Ryder Spurgeon Phillips, Lakyn Lee Gail Smith, Wesley Caleb Stargel, Sophia Grace White

4th Grade All A’s

Bryson James Barker, Ashlyn Leigh Bearden, Braxton Allan Bolt, Abigail Leigh Cheek, Harper Lynn Dickard, William Clyde Durham, Emily Louise Gray, Hannah Turner Haase, Mercedez Gail Hall, Meira Hooper, Isabelle Marie Justice, Caleb Aiden Martin, Wyatt James Roach, Alexis Georgia Sheats, Geanna Faith Smith, Raelyn Elizabeth Sutherland, Ciara Lee Wyatt, Lucille Faith Zirbes

4th Grade A/B Honor Roll

Johnathon Blaine Anderson, Kaylie Ann Baker, Joseph Max Barker, Damon Ray Earlwin Bennett, Jeremiah Christian Brown, Avery Campbell, Hailee Capps, Haleigh Brianna Cox, Colten Milo Crawford, Emmalin Kae Dickerson, Antonio Benjamin Flores, Drake Thomas Ghassan Gilliam, Aleighah Unique Gotham, Kimberly Hayleeann Grant, Alana Renee Gravely, Anderson James Gray,

4th Grade A/B Honor Roll continued...

Karson Steed Griffith, Hayden Marie Henry, Aimee Elizabeth Hix, Mason Michael Hoffman, Stella Grace Kembel, Aaliyah Paige Lash, Mia Skyann Laton, Samuel Judah Lewis, Bentley Cole Mayo, Emree Laren Miller, Xitlali Leija Morales, Jaxon Jared Negro, Shelby Belle Owen, Anna Rose Patterson, Tinsley Lauryn Perry, Claire Jean Polak, Lily Anne Polak, Monroe Idalis Powell, Logan Max Pruitt, Nico Anthony Ruffule, Aubrey Grace Sandman, Christopher Asa Sosebee, Elijah Scott Stancil, Asher Finn Stevenson, Isabella Jameson Swan, Desiree Starr Watson, Aubree Lea Wood, Lundun Akeim Wright, Kadin Young, Korbin Bentlee Young

5th Grade All A’s

Korbin Ryder Bryson, Sunny Mac Burgess, Aria Daphne Callahan, Rylee Nicole Cawthon, Abel Ray Creek, Melody Aretta-Rose Gray, Jemma Riley Jefferson, Allison Victoria Malvaez, Emma Leigh Martin, Elijah Marion Poole, Heidi Sharon Elizabeth Schell, Kohyn Nora Swain, Ellison Claire Williams, Kason Joel Williams, Gracie Harper Wood

5th Grade A/B Honor Roll

Tittus Owen Bagwell, James Thomas Gaston Bennett, Autumn Olivia Blackwell, Rhylie Rae Buffington, Peyton James Campbell, Ethan Sawyer Carr, Kinley Mae Crenshaw, Eamon Hunter Donaldson, Brandon Tyler Eades, Urijah Chasyn Eldridge, Adason Josiah Evett, Jacob Issac Garcia, Shane Matthew Thomas Gilliam, Marissa Marianne Graham, Zilyn Rilee Graham, Dominic Montes-Charles, Brooke Helen Myers, Lilly Inez Myers, Jaxon Kolby Kason Roach, Christopher Gage Saski, Amaya Scranton, Jazlin Rose Segars, Brooklynn Paige Soltes, Madison Weston, Daniel Anthony Whitehead, Keelee Faith Youngblood

Fair-Oak Elementary School Perfect Attendance 3rd Quarter 2022-2023

Demarley Abbink, Annabelle Reese Ables, Mendeyel Anthony Afanador, Liam Doc Baker, Andrew Paul Banks, April Ivy Barry, Paulita Ann Barry, James Thomas Gaston Bennett, Rashad Elijah Bowie, Rhys Cline Bramlett, Kali Elizabeth Broome, Colton Thomas Brown, Annalyn Grace Bryson, Rhylie Rae Buffington, Bella Nevaeh Burns, Martin Josiah Byler, Peyton James Campbell, Ethan Sawyer Carr, Matthew Gregory Chavez, Michael A Chavez, Brody Turner Cheek, Logan Mark Cheek, Kendra Marie Cook, Liam Brandon Cooper, Haleigh Brianna Cox, Savannah Cox, Jayden Thomas Craig, Abel Ray Creek, Harper Cayden Davis, Serenity Shadauria Dogan, Brooklyn E Driver, Brandon Tyler Eades, Urijah Chasyn Eldridge, Victoria Skye Evans, Sarah Katherine Fallow, Carson Henry Finger, Chase Stephen Flagg, Ezekiel Agustin Flores, Leslie Yamile Garcia, Braylee Vanessa Gibson, Caroline Hope Goss, Addilynn Gray, Emily Louise Gray, Melody Aretta-Rose Gray, Reagan Elizabeth Gray, Carson Lee Griffin, Matilda Elizabeth Hall, Mercedez Gail Hall, Levi Thomas Holtzclaw, Carper Joseph Hormuth, Reid Thomas Hormuth, Madison Faith Hostetler, Jemma Riley Jefferson, Jentry Blake Jefferson, Jason Alexander Jourden, James Douglas Keasler, Stella Grace Kembel, Bradley Roark Kovalcik, Cayln Marie Lanphear, Eidan Eduardo Paredes Lopez, Mason James Lyons, Allison Victoria Malvaez, Caleb Aiden Martin, Emma Leigh Martin, Braven Lewin Massey, Ariel Enelise Mauldin, Christian Lawrence Maylock, Travis Douglas Arvine McCoy, Jet Cisson McGuire, Elijah Andrew Miller, Kesslynn Klaire Miller, Radiance Miller, Daccota Scott William Mortimer, Laney Belle Overholt, Lexi Sue Pena, Remi Rose Phillips, Philip Andrew Price, Tesslyn Rae Purdy, Sebastien Aithen Zurich Rider, Mason Thomas Alton Rogers, Michael Dylan Rogers, Alexis Marie Stamey, Lane Bocephus McCoy Smith, Mackenzie Smith, Brooklynn Paige Soltes, Gunner Dewayne Steele, Asher Finn Stevenson, Alelia Grace Stone, Oliver Noah Teasley, Maximus Jude Urso, Xander Azariah Urso, Madison Weston, Chloe Marie Whitehead, Daniel Anthony Whitehead, Audrey Cherie Wike, Sabrina Lynn Wike, Ellison Claire Williams, Liam Alton Williams, Brantley Owen Wilson, Granger Ralph Wilson, Knox Scott Wood, Drayson Ronald Woods, Koleson Perry Robert Woods, Ciara Lee Wyatt, Kadin Young, Korbin Bentlee Young

May

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What kind of emergency tools and equipment are in your vehicle? With the weather issues on the west coast, we have seen pictures on the news of autos under water and with the snow in the north east, we have seen drivers stranded in autos for days at the me. We don’t expect such weather issues in our area, but we do have issues on the interstate where traffic is backed up for miles and hours.

What would you do if you were in traffic for several hours? What should you have in your vehicle to make your stop a li le more comfortable? We should all carry a first aid kit, at least a pack of band aids, some tape and gauze and some an sep c. How about a flashlight with some good ba eries in it? A couple of bo les of water would be nice; the bo le may have more uses than just carry water for you!

Add a couple of packs of crackers, a stale cracker is be er than no cracker, and you should be able to make the best of a bad situa on while in traffic stopped on the interstate.

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FINANCIAL FOCUS

Some ‘did-you-knows’ about estate plans

Ben Lewis - Financial Advisor Ben.Lewis@edwardjones.com

Edward Jones

If you’ve done any estate planning, or even if you’re just familiar with it, you probably know the basics — that is, a comprehensive estate plan can help you pass on assets to your family while also achieving other goals, such as designating someone to take care of your affairs if you become unable to do so. But you may not know about some other estate-planning issues that could prove important in your life:

• Power of attorney for students – Children heading off to college may be considered legal adults in many states. Consequently, you, as a parent, may not have any control over medical treatment if your child faces a sudden, serious illness or is involved in an accident. Instead, a doctor who doesn’t know your child or your family may decide on a course of action of which you might not approve. To help prevent this, you may want to have your college student sign a medical power of attorney form, which will allow you to make decisions on your child’s behalf if doctors don’t think your child can make those choices. You might also want to combine the medical power of attorney with an advance health care directive or living will, which lets you specify actions you do or don’t want to happen. In any case, consult with your legal advisor before taking any of these steps.

• Community property versus common law – Not all states treat married couples’ possessions equally. If you live in a community property state, the property you acquire during your marriage is generally considered to be owned in equal halves by each spouse, with some exceptions. But if you live in a common law state, the property you obtain while you’re married is not automatically owned by both spouses. In these states, if you buy some property, you own it, unless you decide to put it in the name of yourself and your spouse.

This doesn’t necessarily mean, however, that your spouse has no rights, because common law states typically have rules that guard surviving spouses from being disinherited. But here’s the key point: If you move from a community property state to a common law state, or vice versa, you might not want to assume that your and your spouse’s property ownership situations will remain the same. Consequently, if you do move, you may want to consult an estate-planning attorney in your new state to determine where you stand.

• Pet trusts – You always strive to take good care of your pets. But what might happen to them if you become incapacitated in some way? Unless you have a close family member or friend who’s willing to take over care for your pet, you might want to consider setting up a pet trust, which can take effect either during your lifetime or after you pass away. A trustee typically will make payments to the caregiver you’ve designated for your pet, with payments continuing for the pet’s lifetime or a set number of years. Again, an estateplanning attorney can help you with this arrangement.

Estate planning certainly involves the big-picture issue of leaving a legacy to the next generation. But the issues we’ve discussed can also be meaningful to you, so you’ll want to address them properly. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Edward Jones,

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The Elusive Bay Window…

By Nick Gambrell

With the Opening of the Foothills Farmstead coming up on July 1st, we’re busy finishing the outside of the farmhouse which includes this “elusive” bay window. It was removed around 75 years ago to build a kitchen which encompassed this bay window and side porch beside it. But when we disassembled the en re house, we found the sills that outlined the shape of this original bay window. So, of course, we had to build it back! We’re not builders of new things in that we usually ju st disassemble and reassemble. So it has been a fun challenge, especially the roof structure! Stay tuned for more informa on about our Opening on July 1st. In the mean me, visit us at www.foothillsfarmstead.org or find us on Facebook!

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