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Suit filed over attacks by pit bulls

BY CURT YEOMANS curt.yeomans@gwinnettdailypost.com

The owner of a pair of pit bulls that attacked three people in the Five Forks Trickum Road area near Lawrenceville earlier this month is now facing a lawsuit from one of the victims.

Personal injury law firm Zagoria Law announced Thursday that it filed the lawsuit against Rosa Garcia on behalf of Zhongkai Mao, 77. The suit says Mao was attacked because Garcia did not keep the dogs restrained so they wouldn’t leave her property.

The attack left Mao with deep wounds on his leg and his family previously told the Daily Post that he, at one point, faced the possibility of having his leg amputated.

“Mr. Mao is suffering severely and, according to doctors, will possibly need years of rehabilitation,” attorney Brooks Neely said in a statement. “At Zagoria Law, our priority in every dog bite case is to ensure that dog owners are held responsible for the actions of their pets when those actions cause injury to others.”

The filing of the lawsuit came as Mao began vacuum therapy on his leg. His sonin-law, Robert Davis, posted an update on a GoFundMe page Tuesday, in which he said Mao began the therapy at the hospital this week.

“If successful, he will continue long term vacuum treatment at home, which according to the social worker he will be on his own to pay for,” Davis wrote in the update.

“After several weeks of treatment, skin See ATTACKS, Page 7A

Zhongkai Mao, 77, lies in his hospital bed as he recovers after being attacked earlier this month by two pit bulls on Five Forks Trickum Road, resulting in severe leg wounds. A lawsuit has been filed on his behalf against the owner of the dogs.

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Making a splash

Gwinnett Stripers manager Damon Berryhill greets fans prior to Thursday night’s season opener between the Gwinnett Stripers and the Rochester Red Wings at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville. (Photo: Karl L. Moore)

Rebranded Stripers make their debut at Coolray Field

BY TAYLOR DENMAN

shirts bearing the new gasping fish logo when they received Visit gwinnettdailypost.com them at the front gate. A modfor a photo gallery. est portion of fans was already LAWRENCEVILLE — The wearing new jerseys, including colors were different, but Thurs- holder from Lawrenceville.

5-year-old Nolan Cabera, who day night at Coolray Field might “I was skeptical at first,” stood with his dad, Jason, near as well have been any other Willis said. “For me, it’s going the visitors’ dugout before the Opening Day for Gwinnett’s to take some time to get used to, game looking for autographs professional baseball team. because I’m so used to them be- and high fives from players.

For one, the Atlanta Braves’ ing called the Braves. ... I think They spared no expense for Triple-A affiliate, formerly the they’re doing it for their own the jersey, which was customGwinnett Braves, is now known identity.” ized to read “LIL FISH” on the as the Stripers. The club abanWillis didn’t have an opinion nameplate. doned the traditional Atlanta red, on the Stripers’ new uniforms “I love it,” Jason Cabera said. white and blue for bright green since he wanted to see them in “I know if I’m here, I’m going and pinstripes. person before judging them. to see good baseball anyway. So For some fans, it’s hard to adOthers have already embraced to me it doesn’t matter.” just to. That’s the case for Chris the change. No one seemed Gwinnett’s new brand is Willis, a four-year season ticket tempted to burn their free Tperhaps the biggest change for MORE ONLINE

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the franchise in its nearly 10 years of existence, but there were some familiar faces in the starting lineup, namely Rio Ruiz and Johan Camargo, who both played with Atlanta periodically last season. In total, six players in Gwinnett’s starting lineup played with the club last year.

There was, of course, a crop of fresh faces that took the field, namely starting pitcher Mike Soroka, who didn’t concede a run in his first Triple-A start.

Soroka is the next piece in a wave of pitching prospects the Braves accumulated under the previous front office regime led See STRIPERS, Page 7A

County staff proposing to extend heavy rail into Gwinnett

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MARTA-style heavy rail could be headed to Gwinnett County after all — eventually.

Gwinnett Transportation Director Alan Chapman said a heavy rail line from the Doraville MARTA station to a multimodal hub on Jimmy It won’t come cheap. The Carter Boulevard is a long4- to 5-mile line could cost at range proposal the county is looking at in its transit devel- least $1 billion at an expected cost of $250 million per mile, opment plan.

Gwinnett County Transportation Director Alan Chapman explains a map of the county’s proposed long-term transit expansion projects as Kimley-Horn’s Cristina Pastore looks on during a meeting with reporters Thursday at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center in Lawrenceville. (Staff Photo: Curt Yeomans)

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Radloff Middle School names new principal

BY TREVOR MCNABOE

the Gwinnett County Public Schools Board of Education announced in a press release Thursday.

Chekquita M. Johnson, an Johnson replaces outgoing assistant principal at Sweet- principal Sarah Skinner, who water Middle School, has accepted an assistant princibeen hired as Radloff Middle pal role at Trickum Middle School’s newest principal, School.

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Chekquita M. Johnson

Johnson has been employed by the Gwinnett County school district since 2002, teaching at Richards Middle School for nine years and Moore Middle School for one year before becoming an administrator at Sweetwater for the past five

years.

Johnson graduated Knoxville College with a bachelor’s degree in business before receiving a master’s degree in education at Old Dominion University and a specialist’s degree in administration and supervision at

Lincoln University.

She is also a member of the 2018 Gwinnett County Public Schools’ Quality-Plus Leader Academy Aspiring Principal Program, which trains and develops school system employees for future leadership roles.

Collins Hill coach Pro golfer shares joint replacement resigns after HR experience with patients at EMC probes allegations

BY ISABEL HUGHES

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While the Daily Post A Collins Hill High could School wrestling coach not conrecently resigned from firm that his position following a video Danny a March complaint and of the Sinnott subsequent human reincident sources investigation that exists, the HR file said he was masturbating in that Sinnott “allegedly his office. engaged in inappropriate Danny Sinnott, who behavior of a sexually, had worked at Collins self-gratifying nature in Hill since 2014, resigned his classroom with no March 22 citing personal students being present. reasons a week after “In conversation with an email was sent to HR, Sinnott admitted the school with images engaging in self gratificaof Sinnott “engaging tion in his office.” in what appears to be Sinnott declined to self-gratification” in his comment when contacted office, according to docu- by the Daily Post. ments obtained by the Prior to being hired Daily Post.

by Collins Hill in 2014, “The email was from a Sinnott was a coach at mailbox demanding mon- Peachtree Ridge for nine ey to not send out video years, eight of which he of the event to teachers at spent as the school’s head Collins Hill,” the human wrestling coach. resources case summary He also spent two said. “The author of the years at South Forsyth email was demanding High School in Forsyth money from Sinnott.”

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The HR investigaBelvis Hajiric is listed tion, which looked into as the interim head wresSinnott’s violation of the tling coach at Collins district’s professional Hill. conduct policy, was first Staff writer Isabel opened following the Hughes contributed to March 15 email. this story.

BY TREVOR MCNABOE trevor.mcnaboe @gwinnettdailypost.com

Fred Funk knows about winning. He knows about losing.

He also knows about needing a joint replacement and its recovery process.

On Wednesday, the professional golfer, who is in town for the Mitsubishi Electric Classic golf tournament held at TPC Sugarloaf this weekend, shared his knowledge and experience of undergoing knee replacement surgery with pre- and post-operation patients on Eastside Medical Center’s Joint and Spine Unit.

“When you have a dysfunctional joint, everybody goes through all the problems that come with the joint not working anymore and what the body does and how the body shuts itself down,” Funk said. “Now, (when you get a replacement), the brain senses it’s healthy and you start applying a little rehab to it and it responds. That’s just a huge motivation for the individual to go into rehab and continue to work through it and get to a (good) place and I just try to take (patients’)

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Professional golfer Fred Funk shares his knowledge and experience of undergoing knee replacement surgery with pre- and post-operation patients on Eastside Medical Center’s Joint and Spine Unit on Wednesday. (Staff Photo: Isabel Hughes)

anxiety away.”

Funk, a spokesman for Stryker Orthopedics, said having his knee replaced in 2009 was one of the best decisions he could have made, which is why, he said, he shares his journey with patients.

“Most of the people I’ve encountered have gone through what I’ve gone through and also ask themselves, ‘Why did (I) wait so long?’” Funk said. “The ones that are thinking about doing it are like, ‘oh boy’ because even though they’ve gotten to that point where they need the surgery, it’s still a big surgery. The ones that have had (the surgery) are like, ‘OK, I’ve got to push through

this pain cycle I’m going to have’ so I just try to tell everyone, ‘Yeah, there’s some pain you’re going to have, but it’s going to diminish and then be motivating on the back end.”

In addition to winning eight times on the PGA Tour and winning nine Champions Tour titles — including two JELD-WEN Tradition titles and the 2009 U.S. Senior Open — Funk is the only golfer to win an official Tour event after total knee replacement surgery.

Eastside Nurse Director for the joint and spine unit, Debbie Williams, said that’s why, in part, Funk’s visit was such

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a morale boost for the patients.

“I’ve never had a knee replacement, I’ve never had a hip replacement — I’ve never even had surgery,” Williams said.

“It’s really important (for patients) to hear from a patient’s perspective what they went through and what they now can do.

Not everyone is a professional golfer, but there are a lot of active people who want to continue to do those things. Just to see, from a patient’s perspective, what they go through and what they accomplish is invaluable.”

Williams said the experience is so valuable that the unit is now going to be bringing in former patients to speak with pre- and post- surgery patients to give them that boost in confidence and answer any questions they may have.

“I can talk a big game all day long, but I’ve never had surgery, so it’s a really important perspective to have,” Williams said.

Eastside CEO Trent Lind echoed Williams.

“To (Funk’s) level, he’s gotten back in the professional world of golf and he’s had success there,” Lind said. “It just shows you that anything can be done.”

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Pollen counts at record highs

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The DEA recently intercepted a shipment of Disney figurines that contained about $2 million worth of crystal meth in Gwinnett. (Photo: Fox 5 Atlanta)

DEA: $2 million worth of meth found inside Disney figurines

According to Atlanta field office DEA Atlanta Special Agent in Charge Robert Murphy, approximately 500 A shipment of wax Donald Duck, Pluto, Winnie Disney figurines sent from the Pooh and other figurines Mexico to a location in that were recently interceptGwinnett County were ed by agents were found to not just for display, Drug have about $2 million worth Enforcement Administration of crystal methamphetamine agents recently found. hidden inside them.

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Each pound, Murphy said, was destined for the streets of Atlanta.

“This is a family-based theme, a Disney theme, but there’s nothing good about what this would do to any family if this hit the street,” he said.

Officials said another shipment contained le-

gitimate ceramic figurines, which Murphy said were likely a decoy for the methladen figures.

It was not immediately clear whether any arrests had been made in connection with the bust. As of Wednesday evening, the DEA had not released any additional information.

Gwinnett school board addresses safety, state of district at meeting

school have come up. The superintendent said in order to make the school system safer, it would require an The Gwinnett County effort from members of the school board finished the community, police and facfifth and final area board ulty all working together. meeting tour at Berkmar The audience shared High School on Thursconcerns of school safety. day night with updates One of the more popular on teacher compensation, questions asked was about new schools and an overall a stronger presence of review of the year.

Students from Minor Elementary School sang during school resource officers at Thursday’s area board the District V area board meeting on Thursday. (Staff elementary schools. meeting, which included “We’re budgeting to hire Photo: Trevor McNaboe) a strategic update from 10 SROs with the primary days because of the hurGwinnett County Public teachers and administrators focus being at the elemenricanes.”

Schools Superintendent J. that make the difference tary school level,” Wilbanks Wilbanks said the eclipse and impact on students.”

Alvin Wilbanks, drew a said. “We’re also asking and the hurricanes alfull crowd in the Berkmar Teacher compensation that there be as much covlowed the school district to was one topic touched on auditorium for residents in erage as we can get in all of the Berkmar, Discovery and implement Digital Learning by Wilbanks and the board. our buildings.”

Days, a new curriculum Meadowcreek clusters, as It’s something they have Another question that well as the Gwinnett School strategy that allows students been working on since was asked about school to complete coursework of Mathematics, Science 2017 in a two-phase initia- safety was if the board was online. and Technology; Internative. considering placing metal “A lot of things went tional Transition Center; “This is a good move detectors at schools. according to plan and some for us because we believe and Maxwell High School “This is something that didn’t,” Wilbanks said. “We that great teachers work at of Technology communiwould change the welcomlearned a lot in that first day every school,” Wilbanks ties. ing nature of our schools,” Unlike a traditional and made some changes to said. “We want to recognize School Board Chairwoman forum, guests were able make it more successful. the top teachers at each Carole Boyce said. “It’s not to ask questions by using It’s something that we have school.” something we would want Pigeonhole Live, a website be working on for a number The performance-based to do unless absolutely that facilitates audience of years.” teacher compensation necessary.” engagement and gave WilAudience members system is something that Looking toward the banks and board members a asked about Digital Learn- Wilbanks said will allow future, Wilbanks said the chance to answer. ing Days and the effect it the school district to retain school district is excited “We’ve had an usual would have on the school quality teachers while atabout the opening of Paul school year, but a good district’s curriculum in the tracting quality candidates Duke STEM High School school year,” Wilbanks future. to the district. this fall and a new healthsaid. “It started off with the “Technology is a In the past few months, services-based high school eclipse, and we didn’t waste wonderful tool,” Robert issues with school safety in the Meadowcreek district (time). We missed three McClure said. “But it is the involving weapons at in 2019.

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Middle school students participate in a defense training demonstration during last year’s Gwinnett middle school Youth Police Academy. (Special Photo)

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Gratitude to lawmakers was the theme for board members of Gwinnett County Public Schools at Thursday’s special called meeting at Berkmar High School.

The meeting, which focused on the upcoming 2019 fiscal year budget, took another step forward in solidifying the budget with a unanimous vote of approval by the school board for the tentative budget.

GCPS Chief Financial Officer Joe Heffron informed the board during the meeting that there was a change in the budget following an amendment

by Gov. Nathan Deal in his state revenue estimation.

The result, according to Heffron, added $17.4 million to the funding for GCPS through its Quality Based Education formula for austerity relief.

The additional $17 million changed the school district’s plan of funding its budget by placing less of a financial burden on local funding by cutting

the amount local residents will pay by more than $6.9 million.

The remaining $10 million from austerity relief will be used to bump the raise under a cost-of-living adjustment for teachers from 1.5 percent to 2.25 percent and finance 12 additional improvement requests.

One of the most notable improvements is increasing the number of school resource officers added from five to 10 this coming year to provide weekend support and additional support at elementary schools.

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District V school board member Louise Radloff complimented the budget department for finding money for additonal positions in the psychological services for the county.

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There will be separate oneeach day. week camps for middle and Participating kids will high school students in June take a tour of the Gwinnett and July, respectively. Each County Police Department camp is free for kids to participate in, but it is only open Training Center, the county to kids who live in Gwinnett jail and the 911 Center and learn about CPR and AED and will be enrolled in local devices, crime scene invesschools in August. tigations, accident investiga“The Youth Police tions, internet safety, criminal Academy is designed to investigations overview, educate middle school and high school students that live defensive tactics, firearms safety, gang awareness, and in Gwinnett County about narcotics awareness and the police department and prevention. how officers enforce local Demonstrations will also and state laws,” department be offered on driver’s trainofficials said in a statement. ing, K-9s, helicopters, Mo“The goal of the YPA is to create and develop a relation- torcycle Unit, DUI, SWAT team and EOD Unit. ship with students and give Anyone who has questions them an opportunity to learn about the academies can call about the Gwinnett County Officer Carlos Huggins at Police Department’s role 678-226-7752 or send an in the community and the email to youthpoliceacadservices it provides.” emy@gwinnettcounty.com.

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Austerity relief added to tentative school budget

BY TREVOR MCNABOE

For those who suffer from spring allergies, it seems like this season is only getting worse as pollen counts hit one record high this week, only to be surpassed the next day.

On Wednesday, Atlanta’s pollen count hit what was a record high in more than three years, reaching 5,098 parts per million. That’s higher than the count of 4,667 seen April 4. Not to be outdone, Thursday’s count went even higher, hitting 5,354.

While the days between April 5 and Tuesday had seen moderate levels — compared to those in the 4,000 and 5,000s — Atlanta Allergy and Asthma data shows the average pollen count during that period was about 1,337.

That average is firmly within the upper part of high range on a pollen severity scale used by Atlanta Allergy and Asthma.

The National Allergy Bureau classifies the “high” range for tree pollen, which is currently the season’s largest contributor, as beginning at 90, with “extremely high” beginning at 1,499. Atlanta Allergy and Asthma uses that scale, too.

Wednesday’s main tree pollen contributors were oak, pine, mulberry, hackberry and ash.

The outlook for the next several days isn’t much brighter, either.

According to The Weather Channel, Atlanta’s daily pollen counts are expected to be very high today and high Saturday.

Sufferers may see some relief on Sunday with moderate levels predicted, though given this winter and spring’s strange weather, that could

change in the upcoming days.

So far, it appears that this year’s spring pollen counts are worse than last’s, with seven out of April’s 12 total days recording higher numbers than on the same date last year.

Another way to look at how severe this year has been is that last year’s high was 2,631 — nearly half of Thursday’s count.

Though predictions are not looking good for upcoming days, Gwinnett-based Dr. William Bostock, who owns Bostock Family Medicine, said there are a few steps residents can take to alleviate their symptoms.

“We prefer to use histamine blockers,” he said. “The first generation of drugs — Benadryl and other components like Benadryl — are very sedating so you couldn’t take it and go to work, and recent research has shown that if you take Benadryl on a regular basis, it can contribute to early dementia, so we really don’t recommend that.

“The second generation — Claritin, Allegra, Zyrtec — has minimal side effects, so that’s what we recommend. The third generation is Flonase and other steroid agents, which are also appropriate for allergy relief.”

Bostock said there are non-medicine options that people can take to help themselves, too.

“Maintaining good hygiene, wearing protective masks or garments and changing your clothes in the garage so you don’t track pollen inside are all also good options,” Bostock said.

“Your clothes get contaminated but you can’t see the particles so you think you’re fine, but you’re actually tracking it into your homes and making your allergies worse. But this is just the ritual of spring.”

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Cough syrup likely factor in alcoholic’s dementia DEAR DR. ROACH: My 60-year-old husband is a longtime alcoholic. He is also bipolar. His current drug of choice is cough syrup.

He drinks a bottle a day or more of generic cough syrup without alcohol. At age 59, he was diagnosed with early dementia, which I attribute to the cough syrup abuse, as he doesn’t have the other risk factors of age or family history. When he has abstained while in inpatient rehabs, his memory and cognition show marked improvement. He also takes daily thyroxine, lithium, duloxetine, highdose gabapentin, trazodone, naproxen and famotidine.

He gave up alcohol in 1999, after 30-plus years of drinking, by his account. At that time and until a couple of years ago, he was abusing prescription opioids and benzos (sedatives), along with cough syrup at some point. He lost his access to the prescriptions, and now it’s only cough syrup. The dementia symptoms began to appear after that point. He is following with a neurologist who has performed cognitive and memory testing, and said his condition is worsening. I personally witnessed him unable to subtract 7 from 100.

It’s sad and hard to watch.

There is very little research on the effects of cough syrup abuse, at least that I have been able to find. This may be partly due to the fact that it isn’t widely abused, and generally abusers are teenagers, not senior citizens. Can you offer any insight on the cough syrup abuse effect on dementia?

— A.S. ANSWER: Dextromethorphan, one of the active ingredients in most cough syrups, is well-described as a drug of abuse. It indeed is most commonly used by teens and young adults, and there are medical issues in your husband that make this drug particularly dangerous for him, even potentially lifethreatening.

DXM is safe and has no psychological effects when taken at the usual doses to suppress cough. However, when large amounts are taken (e.g., an entire bottle), the effects are dramatic and may resemble intoxication with phencyclidine (PCP, or “angel dust”). These may include hallucinations and psychosis (a grossly distorted sense of reality). With chronic use, there are clear reports of progressive cognitive deterioration, exactly as you describe.

DXM itself acts on the neurotransmitter serotonin, and when combined with certain other drugs — including the duloxetine, gabapentin and trazodone — can cause serotonin syndrome, which is potentially fatal.

Symptoms of serotonin syndrome include muscle stiffness or twitching, fever and mental status changes, including anxiety, restlessness and disorientation.

The cough syrup is at least partially responsible for his dementia, and there is a significant likelihood that he will do himself severe damage with continued use. Getting off this drug is difficult, and a consultation with an addiction specialist would serve him best. In the meantime, his doctor needs to re-evaluate his medical regimen to reduce risk of serotonin syndrome.

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TODAY’S HISTORY: In 1870, the Metropolitan Museum of Art was founded in New York City.

In 1941, the Soviet Union and Japan signed a five-year non-aggression pact.

In 1964, Sidney Poitier became the first African-American to win the Academy Award for Best Actor, for his performance in “Lilies of the Field.”

In 1970, an oxygen tank exploded on Apollo 13, crippling the spacecraft, which was on its way to the moon.

In 2005, Eric Rudolph pleaded guilty to four bombings between 1996 and 1998, including a blast at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS: Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826), third U.S. president; Samuel Beckett (1906-1989), playwright; Eudora Welty (1909-2001), author; Howard Keel (1919-2004), actor/singer; Seamus Heaney (1939-

2013), poet/playwright; Paul Sorvino (1939- ), actor; Al Green (1946- ), singer-songwriter; Christopher Hitchens (1949-2011), journalist/author; Ron Perlman (1950- ), actor; Max Weinberg (1951- ), drummer/TV personality; Garry Kasparov (1963- ), chess player; Nellie McKay (1982- ), singer-songwriter/actress.

TODAY’S FACT: The first AfricanAmerican to win the Academy Award for Best Actress was Halle Berry, for the 2001 film “Monster’s Ball.”

TODAY’S SPORTS: In 1997, Tiger Woods became the youngest player to win the Masters tournament, at age 21.

TODAY’S QUOTE: “Normally I didn’t see a great deal. I didn’t hear a great deal either. I didn’t pay attention. Strictly speaking I wasn’t there. Strictly speaking I believe I’ve never been anywhere.”

— Samuel Beckett, “The End”

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Dear Amy: I am 31 years old. I have an older male co-worker who I feel violated me recently.

He came to my home to deliver something, and proceeded to kiss me on the lips.

I was pushing his arms back, but the hint was not taken. It did not go any further, and he left like nothing happened.

I feel completely violated, betrayed and shattered. I have been polite and friendly with him, as I am with all my co-workers. He hugs many people at work, including me every day — with a kiss on the cheek.

We talk every now and then about our personal lives. He is married and I am dating someone.

Now a line has been crossed, and I’m thinking: Did the personal conversations, hugs and kiss on the cheek that I allowed make him think this was OK? I absolutely do not want to report him. He is a well-respected man, and I don’t want to be the one to bring this up.

I hate the feeling that I can tell no one, not even my boyfriend, because he will want to pursue actions against him. So not only do I feel hurt and violated, but I feel alone.

I was also abused as a child by my older brother, and that seemed to go unnoticed. I didn’t say anything until I was about 17 years old.

I know you will say this

can be so busy that they must yak while lifting dumbbells over their head.

Look, I know we all have bigger problems, but maybe this is one I can help solve. Maybe by publicizing it to your millions of readers these fools will recognize themselves.

Besides, sometimes these narcissists make eye contact with me as they’re walking toward me, making it seem like they’re talking to me. This is beyond annoying.

— Not Seeking Attention Dear Not Seeking: My gym has signs posted prohibiting phone usage — and other loud communication — while using the equipment.

Yours should do the same, and they should enforce it.

Dear Readers: I still receive, read and appreciate “Ask Amy” postal mail. I have a new postal address which some newspapers haven’t yet posted, so I am noting it here. People wanting to write to me can address mail to “Ask Amy,” P.O. Box 194, Freeville, NY 13068.

You can contact Amy Dickinson via email: askamy@amydickinson. com. Readers may send postal mail to Ask Amy, P.O. Box 194, Freeville, NY 13068. You can also follow her on Twitter @askingamy or “like” her on Facebook.

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Co-worker crosses line with kiss Ask Amy

Amy Dickinson isn’t my fault, but maybe allowing the daily hugs at work made it seem OK to him.

Why does this keep happening to me?

— Locked in Silence Dear Locked in Silence: Just because you didn’t forcefully stop your co-worker from hugging and kissing you on the cheek doesn’t mean that you invited it.

Not only have women been socialized that it is somehow rude to reject unwanted physical contact, if he is your superior at work, you may feel that there would be professional consequences to you rejecting him, or speaking up.

Given your personal history, I can understand why you reflexively blame yourself for this violation, which makes it even more of a violation. Because now this person has not only forced a kiss, but he has also taken your voice.

When you pushed his arms back, you physically resisted this — and good for you! This guy obviously feels like he has the right to physically enter

people’s personal space and basically do what he feels like doing.

You should send him an email, saying, “It is not necessary for you to touch, hug or kiss me in order for us to work together. When you came to my home on a workrelated matter and kissed me on the lips, you went too far. Don’t ever touch me again.” And then yes, I wish you would report it, knowing that if you did so, you would have a multitude of women (and men) who are virtually standing beside you, letting you know that we all have your back.

This keeps happening to you because this keeps happening to many, many people. You are not alone, and I hope you receive strength from realizing that.

Dear Amy: This is for people who loudly talk on Bluetooth headsets while working out at the gym. I don’t mean while resting in a corner, but while actually lifting weights, and unloading and loading machines.

This is obviously done for attention, because I can’t believe that these conversations can’t take place before or after the workout.

These people think that being seen taking calls while exercising will make them look important. But it makes them look foolish and narcissistic.

I can’t believe people

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An unusual opportunity is heading in your direction. You’ll be faced with a difficult decision that will require honesty when dealing with partners and employers. Don’t make an impulsive move when thought, planning and preparation will be crucial if you intend to avoid repercussions and regret.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) — Work behind the scenes and take care of your responsibilities without complaining. Structure and discipline will help you create a stable environment that will encourage you to excel.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) — Socialize with peers, reconnect with old friends or relatives, or take up an unusual hobby that will stimulate your imagination. An opportunity to make new friends should not be ignored.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) — A proposal should be looked at carefully.

Make sure you fully understand what’s expected of you before you sign up for something that may restrict or jeopardize your progress.

CANCER (June 21July 22) — If you put everything you’ve got into whatever task or project you take on, your effort will not go unnoticed.

Expand your friendships and interests. A promising partnership is in the stars.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) — Learn from an expert.

How you go about your business and relate and react to others will be the deciding factor when it comes to getting ahead or being given a unique opportunity.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept.

22) — An open discussion with a friend or relative will help resolve an issue you’ve been struggling with for some time. If someone is being excessive, an intervention will help.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Look over your personal papers, pending settlements or any health issues that interfere with physical activities you enjoy doing. Taking care of personal business will make you feel optimistic about the future.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24Nov. 22) — A chance to spend more time with a loved one is encouraged.

Take a short trip, engage in unusual activities and expand and explore your creative ideas and talents.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Open your doors and host a get-together. Sharing your ideas is fine, but the information you gather will put you in a better position when it comes time to make a decision.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Share your feelings and discuss plans to make your home a place of comfort. Love and romance should be high on your list, along with entertaining and self-improvement projects.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Helping others can be fun, until someone takes advantage of you. Only offer what’s warranted, and make suggestions to people who could put them to good use.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) — If you use your charm, good things will come to you.

Reconnecting with an old crush will give you a different perspective on the past, present and future.

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Georgia’s Washington worth a visit WASHINGTON, Ga. — This town of just over 4,000 can be a delightful destination, but for most travelers, it is a peaceful community that sits quietly on the south side of the north bypass, offering to one and all genuine hospitality along with a litany of historical affiliations that often seem goes unrecognized — except for historian Skeet Willingham and Sparky Newsome, editor of the NewsReporter.

Like many others, during the course of the year, I make Loran frequent trips to Smith Augusta or Aiken or Charleston, taking the north bypass — a pell-mell dash past the classic columned homes of Washington, its floral Garden of Eden in the spring and heartwarming autumnal color in the fall.

Washington is laid back like so many small towns with an economy that could use a little energizing. Hospitality and history warm the heart but do little to accommodate the needs for daily bread. However, there is faith among the local gentry that the aforementioned intangibles will attract some company to locate there. Timber is important to Washington, and locals will remind you that it would be a challenge to find better beef than what you find in the pastures of Wilkes County — harboring the Barnett Angus breed.

There are many “firsts” for Washington: • First city in the U. S. to be established in the name of President George Washington; • First Catholic parish in Georgia; • First Baptist church in upper Georgia at Fishing Creek; • First Methodist church in Georgia; • First Episcopal conference not under the Church of England.

A community with such an abundance of historical religious bents would argue that the city — even with today’s liberal mores, especially when it comes to imbibing alcoholic beverages, is not going to hell in a handbasket.

In fact, I have enjoyed a couple of lively, freewheeling cocktail parties here in the past. If the News-Reporter society had covered those events, she would have signed off her story with, “A good time was enjoyed by all.”

Eli Whitney perfected and set up the very first cotton gin here in Washington in 1795.

There is more. The first and only Revolutionary War battle won by the patriots in Georgia took place at the Battle of Kettle Creek, Feb. 14, 1779. The first woman newspaper editor in the U.S. was Sarah Porter Millhouse, a Washingtonian. Then there was Robert Toombs, who is not remembered for being blessed with a savory reputation, but a fit for the times as a slave owner who became the Secretary of State for the Confederacy. (An aside: Photos of Mr. Toombs makes one think he might have combed his hair with an egg-beater.)

About 5 miles west of town is the Callaway Plantation, which has a provocative history.

The Callaways, according to Skeet Willingham, migrated down to Wilkes County from Virginia. They made the transition from tobacco farming to cotton. The patriarch was Job Callaway, first in a long line of ministers.

They would become the forebears of the textile Callaways in LaGrange and west Georgia.

Perhaps the most famous Callaway descendant was Ely Callaway, whose name remains prominent in the golf industry. Many of the top PGA Tour professionals play with Callaway clubs and clothing. After golf, they can retreat to the bar and order a glass of Callaway wine.

Ely Callaway hailed from LaGrange and was very successful in textiles, wine and golf.

A couple of years before he died of pancreatic cancer at age 82, I arranged to call on him at his office in Carlsbad, Calif.

He began a lengthy conversation by noting that he descended from the colony of Callaway ministers who settled in Wilkes County. I knew immediately about the family’s original homestead from driving past the plantation on U.S. Highway 78.

We talked about his becoming a wine aficionado.

“I just wanted to see my name on a good bottle of wine,” he said proudly.

We also talked about how he came up with the name “Big Bertha,” his big-headed driver that many say revolutionized the golf industry.

He got the name from the German World War II howitzer.

One day soon, my agenda must allow for a tour of the Callaway Plantation, followed by the opening of a bottle of Callaway wine and cock an ear to the ruminations of Skeet and Sparky. Maybe the celebrated local chef, Joe Barnett, will barbecue a chicken for us.

Loran Smith is co-host of the University of Georgia’s “The Tailgate Show,” a freelance writer and columnist.

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The curdled idealism of Paul Ryan WASHINGTON — Paul Ryan started his political life hoping to be the champion of a sunny, forward-looking conservatism. He will step down from the House speakership as the personification of conservatism’s decline.

One is tempted to call Ryan’s journey tragic, the tale of a young, idealistic family man transformed into an enabler for the most morally indifferent and utterly selfish president in our nation’s history.

It’s hard to imagine that the 28-year-old who entered Congress in 1999 thought fate would lead him to protect a chief executive under scrutiny for an alleged payoff to a porn star, potential entanglements with Russian interference in our election and efforts to derail legitimate investigations into his behavior.

Yet tragedy often implies a protagonist who suffered because of forces beyond his own control. Ryan is very much responsible for the fix he and his party are in. This is why he had to push back against suspicions that he is leaving before a political deluge engulfs House Republicans this fall.

Ryan has been driven by two priorities throughout his career: slashing taxes on the best-off Americans, and eviscerating social-welfare and safetynet programs in the name of “entitlement reform.” Whatever advanced these objectives was worth doing.

E.J. Dionne In announcing his retirement from Congress on Wednesday, he was thus reduced to repeating four times in response to questions that he was “grateful” to President Trump for creating the opportunity, as Ryan put it at one point, “to actually get this stuff done.”

The “stuff” the speaker was obsessed with included a corporate tax cut that ballooned a deficit he has made a career out of denouncing. Despite Ryan’s rhetoric, deficits never counted for him if they were created by showering money on the country’s privileged sectors.

At his news conference, Ryan was required by journalists to acknowledge the trilliondollar annual budget holes that a supposedly conservative Congress and administration have helped create. He reiterated his stock response, mourning that the Senate never approved his plans to cut Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security and food stamps, which is the policy translation of the bloodless phrase “entitlement reform.”

The many in Washington who personally like Ryan often wonder how he could so readily cozy up to Trump and empower House members — notably Intelligence Committee Chairman Devin Nunes — who have turned themselves into propagandists for Trump’s desperate quest to escape accountability.

The answer lies paradoxically in Ryan’s idealism, rooted in his youthful fascination with the philosophy of Ayn Rand.

She identified with society’s winners and regarded ordinary citizens as moochers and burdens on the creative and the entrepreneurial.

Although Ryan gave warm speeches about compassion, his biggest fear was not that the poor might go without food or health care but, as he once said, that the “safety net” might “become a hammock that lulls able-bodied citizens into lives of complacency and dependency.”

He later backed away from Rand and acknowledged that the hammock was “the wrong analogy.” But his policies suggested that he never abandoned his core faith: If the wealthy did best when given positive incentives in the form of more money, the less fortunate needed to be prodded by less generous social policies into taking responsibility for their own fate.

Given where Ryan’s passions lie, it is unsurprising that he

would prop Trump up as long as the president was willing to embrace a modern-day Social Darwinism that married efforts to repeal the Affordable Care Act with reductions in government’s impositions on the managers and owners of capital.

The retiring speaker really does believe that this is the path to the good society. To pursue it, he’ll take help wherever he can get it.

If Ryan has presidential ambitions, he is certainly wise to walk away now. The House Republican majority and Trump himself may well be wrecked by the president’s unscrupulous impulsiveness. Ryan’s departure will not only give him time with his family — those who know him see the politician’s proverbial excuse for leavetaking as having reality in his case — but also the opportunity to try to cleanse himself of the stain left by a low and dishonest political moment. In 2024, he will be just 54.

Yet he has been propelled to the exits because his sort of conservatism hit a dead end. It’s why we have Trump, and why Ryan was forced to acquiesce to a man whose statements he once condemned as racist and whose personal life is the antithesis of his own. This is the part of Ryan’s legacy he’ll have great difficulty living down.

E.J. Dionne’s email address is ejdionne@washpost.com. Follow him on Twitter @EJDionne.

Republicans, Democrats: Do something big Washington seems to be in the grip of hyperpartisan gridlock these days. Important bills are passed on party-line votes (when they are passed at all), and the investigative committees of Congress appear to be sideshows, unable to agree on basic facts.

Many Americans despair that Republicans and Democrats seem incapable of coming together to do anything important.

Take heart — the two parties just did do something big together. On Wednesday, President Trump signed into law the Stop Enabling Sex Traffickers Act, a bill designed to crack down on websites that knowingly facilitate the online sex trafficking of vulnerable persons, including underage boys and girls. And the FBI, informed by evidence collected during a nearly two-year bipartisan investigation by the Senate’s Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, just seized the website Backpage. com — which the Center for Missing and Exploited Children says is responsible for 73 percent of the 10,000 child sex trafficking reports it receives each year — and arrested seven of its top executives.

You might think cracking down on child sex traffickers would be a legislative layup.

You’d be wrong. The bill — authored by Republican Sens.

Rob Portman (Ohio), John McCain (Ariz.) and John Cornyn (Tex.) and Democrats Richard Blumenthal (Conn.),

on investigations, used their subpoena power to gather corporate files, bank records and other evidence that Backpage knowingly facilitated criminal sex trafficking of vulnerable women and children, and then covered up that evidence. They fought Backpage all the way to Marc the Supreme Court to enforce Thiessen their subpoenas.

The subcommittee then Claire McCaskill (Mo.) and published a voluminous report Heidi Heitkamp (N.D.) — was detailing its findings of their hard to pass. (Full disclosure: 20-month investigation, inMy wife works for Portman). cluding evidence that BackThe act faced a wall of oppage knew it was facilitating position from Silicon Valley child sex trafficking and that it because it amended Section was not simply a passive pub230 of the Communications lisher of third-party content.

Decency Act, which gave Instead the company was autoblanket immunity to online matically editing users’ child entities that publish third-party sex ads to strip them of words content from civil and criminal that might arouse suspicion prosecution. Big Tech wanted (such as “lolita,” “teenage,” to preserve that blanket immu- “rape,” “young,” “amber alert,” nity, even if it gave legal cover “little girl,” “fresh,” “innoto websites that were using it cent” and “school girl”) before to sell children for sex. When publishing them and advised child sex trafficking survivors users on how to create “clean” tried to sue Backpage, and postings. state attorneys general tried to Then Portman, McCaskill prosecute the owners, federal and their co-authors used the courts ruled against them, result of their investigation to specifically citing Section 230. craft a narrow legislative fix This did not move Big Tech. that would allow bad actors Chief among the culprits was such as Backpage to be held Google, which apparently accountable. The bill they forgot its old corporate motto produced allows sex traffick“Don’t Be Evil” and lobbied ing victims to sue the websites fiercely against the bill. that facilitated the crimes How did the senators against them and allows state overcome Big Tech’s lobbylaw enforcement officials, not ing campaign? First Portman just the Justice Department, to and McCaskill, the chairman prosecute websites that violate and ranking member of the federal sex trafficking laws. permanent subcommittee The committee also turned

over all its raw documents to the Justice Department last summer, urging them to undertake a criminal review, which Justice did.

Despite all the Silicon Valley money against them, the senators never wavered.

Through the sheer power of the testimony of trafficking survivors; Mary Mazzio’s documentary “I Am Jane Doe;” the evidence of crimes committed by Backpage; and the support of law enforcement, anti-trafficking advocates, 50 state attorneys general, the civil rights community, and faith-based groups — as well as carefully negotiated language — they wore down most of Big Tech’s opposition. Last November, Facebook finally came on board. But Google shamefully never relented in its opposition. Despite this, the act overwhelmingly passed both chambers of Congress.

Thanks to this bipartisan effort, the world’s largest online child sex bazaar is shuttered, many of its executives are under indictment and sex trafficking victims can finally get justice in court. These senators have given hope not just to the survivors but also to millions of Americans who had lost faith that their elected leaders could put aside partisanship and resist the power of money in politics for the good of the country.

Marc Thiessen is a fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, and the former chief speechwriter for President George W. Bush.

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world&nation World Watchdog: ‘Pure’ Novichok used in Skripal attack The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons confirmed the U.K.’s findings that Novichok was used to target the former Russian double agent Sergei Skripal and his daughter Yulia in the English city of Salisbury.

While the statement from the OPCW does not specifically name Novichok, it says technical experts “confirm the findings of the United Kingdom relating to the identity of the toxic chemical that was used in Salisbury and severely injured three people.”

The U.K. government said its scientists have identified the agent as a militarygrade Novichok nerve agent.

The OPCW, the international chemical weapons watchdog, said its team “notes that the toxic chemical was of high purity. The latter is concluded from the almost complete absence of impurities.”

Calls grow for Mo. governor to resign

By Veronica Stracqualursi CNN

People Kevin Spacey sexual assault case under review

The Los Angeles County District Attorney is reviewing a sexual assault case against actor Kevin Spacey, officials told CNN. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department on Wednesday said its Special Victims Bureau began an investigation in December into allegations of a sexual assault involving Spacey.

The case involves “events” that reportedly took place in October 1992 in West Hollywood, Calif., and involved a male adult, according to a statement from The FBI recently opened an inquiry into Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens, two U.S. officials the LASD. The case was presented told CNN, as he fights an allegation of blackmail and faces calls to resign just a year to the Los Angeles District into his job. (CNN) Attorney’s entertainment industry sex crimes task force or anywhere else for that use of a nonprofit donor list, step down.

April 5, for review and filing matter,” though she stopped an issue also being probed “I have read the official consideration. short of calling for Greitens by the House committee and report from the Republican A spokesperson for to step down. Her office the St. Louis circuit attorney. led Missouri House investithe Los Angeles District directed requests for further “The House Investigative gation, including the sworn Attorney told CNN on comment Thursday to her Committee’s Report contestimony. It is clearly time Wednesday the office had campaign, which did not tains shocking, substantial, to put the interests of the immediately return a CNN and corroborated evidence people of Missouri first. The been given the case earlier this month. message. of wrongdoing by Gov. governor should resign,” But Missouri Attorney Greitens,” Hawley said in McCaskill tweeted.

General Josh Hawley, who a statement. “The conduct The office of Missouri’s Malawi cholera Khloe Kardashian is the leading GOP candithe report details is certainly other senator, Republican welcomes baby outbreak kills 30 date challenging incumimpeachable, in my judgRoy Blunt, said in a stateAt least 30 people have Khloe Kardashian is a bent Democrat Sen. Claire ment, and the House is well ment that the allegations died and 893 are ill in a McCaskill in her bid for within its rights to proceed are “very concerning” but it mom. cholera outbreak in Malawi, Two sources close to re-election this year, said on that front. But the people didn’t address the possibilthe health ministry said the family tell CNN that Wednesday that the report of Missouri should not be ity of Greitens resigning, Thursday.

Kardashian has given birth contains “impeachable” evi- put through that ordeal. Gov. saying “both the legislative The disease outbreak to a baby girl. dence and called for the gov- Greitens should resign imand legal processes that are which began last NovemKardashian’s boyfriend ernor’s resignation. He also mediately.” underway are appropriate ber in Karonga, northern has opened an investigation McCaskill has also called and should continue moving and the father of her child Malawi has spread to 13 is Cleveland Cavaliers into the Greitens campaign’s for the Missouri governor to forward.” districts in the country, a basketball player Tristan spokesman for the ministry, Thompson.

Joshua Kalongo told CNN. The couple became investigation.”

The drinking of contamiJust after 3 p.m. Tuesday, embroiled in controversy nated water and poor food before the birth after reports 16-year-old Kyle Jacob surfaced that Thompson hygiene practices in affected Trump: If I wanted Plush called 911 panickhad been spotted in the areas have been blamed for to fire Mueller, it ing. Over the course of a company of other women the cholera outbreak, the three-minute call in which would be done during Kardashian’s pregministry said. he gasped, cried repeat“Prepared food in markets President Donald Trump edly for help and struggled nancy. have been banned by our said Thursday that if he Kardashian announced to communicate with the district councils now,” wanted to fire special counoperator, he relayed that he she was expecting in DeKalongo told CNN. sel Robert Mueller, he would cember with a photo on her was trapped inside his car have months ago. official Instagram account, in the parking lot of Seven “If I wanted to fire Robert President Donald Trump said Thursday that if he wanted Hills School. featuring Thompson cra80 dead from Mueller in December, as dling her pregnant belly.

A deputy sent to the to fire special counsel Robert Mueller, he would have bootleg alcohol reported by the Failing “My greatest dream realscene soon after called in to months ago. (CNN File Photo) sold in Indonesia New York Times, I would report that he couldn’t find ized,” the caption read. “We are having a baby!” have fired him. Just more made a 911 call regarding ed Sandeep and Soumya anyone trapped in a van.

Police in Indonesia are Fake News from a biased the family, detailing one of Thottapilly — along with Around 9 p.m., according promising to crack down on newspaper,” Trump tweeted their children Siddhant, 12, the children’s attempts to to police, a family member Adam Savage is the distribution of bootThursday morning. get help. The 911 call was and Saachi, 9 — missing discovered him dead inside returning with leg alcohol as deaths this Trump was disputing released for the first time Sunday. They had been the van — a death Hamilmonth from drinking illea New York Times report Wednesday by the Clark ‘MythBusters Jr.’ driving from Portland, ton County Coroner Lakgally produced toxic liquor published Tuesday that said Ore., to their home in Santa County Regional Emershmi Sammarco would rule One of the original rose to at least 86. the president sought to fire Clarita, Calif., north of Los gency Services Agency in accidental “asphyxia caused The majority of the “MythBusters” is returning Mueller in December folWashington.

Angeles, according to the by chest compression.” deaths were in the province lowing reports that Muelto TV. He reported that one San Jose Police DepartDiscovery has announced of West Java, but fatalities ler was seeking Trump’s of the kids came to his ment.

Trump dials back that Adam Savage will have also been reported financial records. CNN has On Friday, the California daughter’s house — who talk of potential host and executive produce in the capital Jakarta, and also reported that Trump has Highway Patrol said, auhad lived next door to the “MythBusters Jr.,” which it South Kalimantan, national wanted to fire Mueller for strike on Syria thorities received a report of Harts — begging for help describes as “a new series police spokesman Inspector months. a vehicle leaving Highway around 2 a.m.

President Donald Trump that will give six of the General Setyo Wasisto said.

The deadly crash came as 101 and descending a steep on Thursday softened his nation’s most talented kids In Bandung, West Java, 141 Family missing child protection personnel embankment as torrential rhetoric about potential a chance to show off their people have been admitted in Washington state were rain fell in the area, which after SUV sinks airstrikes on Syria, a day amazing ingenuity and to hospital with symptoms trying to visit the family is populated by two state after warning Russia that STEAM (Science, Technolof alcohol poisoning, auinto California after a report of a child’s parks. thorities said. ogy, Engineering, Arts, and complaint of mistreatment. missiles “will be coming, river, police say In response to the recent Math) skills.” nice and new and ‘smart.’”

911 caller said spate of poisonings, police A family of four taking “I’m so excited to be In an early morning Hart family’s child Probe launched have rounded up sellers of a West Coast road trip has returning to Discovery to tweet and later in comon student death ments at the White House, work with these kids on bootleg alcohol in affected vanished, and the disapbegged for help areas, and sent samples pearance coincides with a a new incarnation of the Trump attempted to cloud in parking lot In photos, the Hart famof seized liquor to the report of a vehicle sinking the timing of military action show I love so much,” Savage said in a statement. “To Hamilton County Prosily was all smiles, but becountry’s Drug and Food into Northern California’s — a day after indicating it be able to confront them neath the veneer, there were ecutor Joseph Deters is Control Agency for forensic Eel River last week. was imminent — and said cries for help from the kids, launching a comprehensive a final decision had not yet with great questions and the evaluation, according to Authorities are not conresources to answer them investigation to determine reports from neighbors the state-run Antara news necting the two incidents, been made. is such a dream. Helping what exactly led to the and allegations of child agency. but the Thottapilly family “Never said when an Preliminary investigawas last heard from the day abuse. Neighbors described death of a 16-year-old attack on Syria would take to inspire future scientists tions suggested sellers were before authorities received troubling encounters with and engineers is a mission I Seven Hills student in the place. Could be very soon share with Discovery.” adding cough medicine and reports of a maroon Honda the kids crying for help Ohio school’s parking lot or not so soon at all!,” the Savage and Jamie anti-mosquito lotion to the Pilot — the same color and and asking for food, one of Tuesday afternoon. president tweeted. Trump Hyneman co-hosted the alcohol. The Jakarta Post “The young man was which prompted a report to make of the Thottapillys’ notably did not rule out original “MythBusters,” reported that the seized altrapped in the third row Child Protective Services SUV — submerging into plans to attack Syria in recohol was found to contain the swollen river along bench seat, and it is called in March just before the taliation for the weekend’s which debuted on Discovsubstances such as energy ery Channel in 2003 and U.S. Highway 101 north of family’s SUV plunged off a positional asphyxiation,” suspected chemical attack drinks, syrup or carbonated Leggett, according to local cliff in Northern California. Deters said. “We are on civilians at the hands of achieved almost cult-like drinks. status among fans. actively trying to identify About four months bemedia reports. the Assad regime.

— From wire reports — From wire reports experts to assist us in this A family member report- fore the fatal crash, a man — From wire reports Two top Missouri Republicans are calling for the resignation of their state’s GOP governor, Eric Greitens, following the release of a graphic report that includes allegations that Greitens engaged in non-consensual sexual activity and violence against a woman with whom he had an affair.

A Missouri state House committee, which is majority Republican, released the graphic report Wednesday.

It includes sworn testimony from the woman, whose name has not been publicly released, that the governor threatened to release a photograph he took of her bound and blindfolded if she disclosed their encounter.

He also allegedly slapped her and coerced her into performing oral sex.

“The transcripts paint the picture of a vulnerable woman and a man who preyed on that vulnerability.

I am disgusted, disheartened, and I believe Gov. Greitens is unfit to lead our state,” Rep. Ann Wagner, who is one of two GOP congresswomen from Missouri, wrote on Twitter.

The state’s other GOP congresswoman, Rep. Vicky Hartzler, wrote in a Facebook post that Greitens’ alleged behavior was “disgusting” and “not behavior befit for a leader in Missouri

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Experts warn European Commission: Don’t grant robots rights

By Ivana Kottasova CNN

Europe is thinking about giving advanced robots rights and responsibilities. Many experts say that’s a terrible idea.

The European Parliament passed a resolution last year that envisions a special legal status of “electronic persons” for the most sophisticated autonomous robots.

The proposal is being considered by the European Commis-

Must read sion, Europe’s top regulator.

More than 150 experts in robotics, artificial intelligence, law, medical science and ethics weighed into the debate Thursday, with a clear warning against such a move.

In an open letter to the European Commission, they said that the proposals appear to be influenced more by science fic-

tion than the real world.

The lawmakers argue that giving advanced robots legal status would make it possible to hold machines to account for any damage they may cause. Mady Delvaux, the parliamentarian who drafted the proposal, was not immediately available to comment on the letter.

The European Commission is working on an initiative on artificial intelligence which will be presented at the end of April.

“Artificial intelligence can bring major benefits to our society and economy … but it also raises questions, for example, related to the impact of AI on our society and the future of work,” a Commission spokesperson said.

The experts said the European Parliament’s proposal could allow manufacturers, programmers and owners of robots to claim they were not responsible for them.

In the letter, the experts argued

that granting robots legal status would be inappropriate — and that the whole idea is based on a perception of robots “distorted by science fiction and a few recent sensational press announcements.”

Nathalie Nevejans, an expert in the ethics of robotics at Artois University in France, was one of the letter’s signatories. She said the idea of granting robots legal personality is “as unhelpful as it is inappropriate.”

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•From Page 1A be part of a transit expansion referendum that county officials plan to eventually put to the voters, would be tied to a multimodal hub that Chapman said commuters would use to change between different types of transit, such as bus rapid transit, also known as BRT. “We think the best way to accomplish that is to bring the heavy rail out of Doraville up into Gwinnett, probably somewhere in the Jimmy Carter Boulevard area,” Chapman said.

“That would allow us to establish transfers from local service, possibly from a BRT-type high capacity service and even express service. That’s just not possible at Doraville right now.”

For now, the plan is just a staff proposal. It would have to be approved by the Board of Commissioners when it votes on adopting the Transit Development Plan later this year.

News that heavy rail is part of the county’s long-term plans comes as Gwinnett prepares to begin holding its final round of public meetings on the transit development plan. The first meeting will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday at OneStop Norcross, 5030 Georgia Belle Court in Norcross.

“I think (heavy rail) is part of the development of the plan,” Chapman said. “One of the things that we decided as we were beginning to put the plan together was that we were going to look at all of the different modes.

Heavy rail is very expensive and I think we knew all along that we couldn’t provide it to a significant part of the county.

“But as we considered the need for the multimodal hub and the idea that we’ve got to have these seamless transfers between transit modes, it I think became apparent to us that it is a needed improvement.”

The inclusion of heavy rail in the plan is also a big development because it would provide a way for MARTA to come into Gwinnett.

Under regional transit legislation passed by the General

Rail Assembly this year, Gwinnett has the option to hold a referendum on joining MARTA outright this year — but joining MARTA fully is no longer needed to get its rail service.

Even if a MARTA referendum isn’t held or doesn’t pass, the county would also be allowed to hold a referendum on a 30-year sales tax to fund transit expansion projects. Under the new regional transit law, MARTA would automatically be involved in any heavy rail built in the metro Atlanta region.

If Gwinnett held a T-SPLOST instead of joining MARTA, the tax is tentatively projected to raise more than $5 billion over 30 years. The county’s transportation director warned that projecting long term tax collections has its risks though.

“It gets very iffy as you go further out,” Chapman said.

During a briefing to county commissioners last month, Chapman and Kimley-Horn’s Cristina Pastore talked extensively about bus rapid transit along Interstate 85. That BRT line would run up to the Infinite Energy Center area, and could eventually be converted to light rail.

Now, it appears BRT alone would eventually begin where heavy rail ends. At the multimodal hub in the Jimmy Carter area — an exact site has not been chosen — county officials are looking at using a cross-platform layout. “(That way) you can bring the heavy rail in and somebody can walk across the platform and get on BRT or get on a regular bus and be on their way,” Chapman said. “So it would be a more efficient way to transfer people between the rest of the region and the system that would exist in Gwinnett.”

From Jimmy Carter Boulevard, the BRT line is expected to run in dedicated lanes up Brooke Hollow Parkway and Satellite Boulevard to Gwinnett Place Mall and the Infinite Energy Center.

In the near term, BRT would also be part of a mixed service route between Doraville and Jimmy Carter Boulevard, although it

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Stripers would eventually be replaced on that leg by heavy rail.

“It would be on local collector roads,” Chapman said. “The reason we wouldn’t do the dedicated lanes from Jimmy Carter south is that, knowing we would like to do heavy rail long term, we wouldn’t want to make that investment and then tear it out.”

Gwinnett residents would have to wait a while before seeing heavy rail extended to Norcross under the plan.

If the projects in the 30-year sales tax-supported plan are approved by voters, heavy rail extension would fall in the longterm range, meaning it could be at least 10 years away — after the tax collections begin.

Chapman said the county decided to stop heavy rail at Jimmy Carter rather than Gwinnett Place Mall, where a transit transfer station is located and already set for expansion, because of cost issues.

“Jimmy Carter is the first major corridor that we could get to with heavy rail,” he said. “If we can convert to BRT, to bus rapid transit, at Jimmy Carter, we can save a lot of money but still have an efficient high capacity line up to Gwinnett Place and then also up to the Infinite Energy Center at Sugarloaf.”

Bus rapid transit and a similar rapid bus that officials describe as being “BRT-light” is being looked at for other parts of the county as well, although those lines wouldn’t connect to the heavy rail.

One possible BRT line is on U.S. Highway 78 from Ga. Highway 124 into DeKalb County. Another is along Ga. Highway 316 from Lawrenceville to I-85. Ga. 124, from U.S. 78 to the Mall of Georgia area, is one line proposed for a rapid bus, as are Pleasant Hill Road, Buford Highway and U.S. 29 from Lilburn southward.

A rapid bus line is also proposed to run from the Infinite Energy Center up to the Mall of Georgia.

“One of the most important things about our plan and the future of transit in Gwinnett is making those regional connections,” Chapman said.

the ending stages of its rebuilding phase, meaning several of by former general manager John the organization’s top prospects Coppolella. are due for stops in Gwinnett A gauge of the crowd’s apthis season before the Braves’ plause indicated that the most front office decides when they anticipated prospect in Thursgraduate. day’s lineup was Ronald Acuna “I just want to see the whole Jr., rated the No. 1 or No. 2 team,” Willis said. “I’m excited prospect in major league baseabout the team in general.” ball, depending on the ranking The Braves took Thursday service referenced. off to travel from Washington Acuna had a meteoric rise to to Chicago boasting an overall the top of the prospect rankrecord of 7-5. The Braves won ings. He hit 21 homers at three three of their first four series to different minor league levels last start the season. Atlanta’s start year, and posted his highest of could affect the shape of Gwinhis three on-base and slugging nett’s roster in the near future, percentages with Gwinnett. but not every fan takes this into Thanks to his hot start in account. spring training, Acuna is ruDarien Powell, Erika Barajas mored to be expecting a call-up and their 3-year-old son, River, in the near future, so fans in came to enjoy the cool, breezy attendance were eager to take weather and enjoy the perks of advantage of the opportunity to the minor league baseball atmocatch him in Gwinnett, where sphere: When wins and losses he might be more accessible. are secondary, the ballpark Atlanta’s farm system ranks experience matters most. well within the top five in “We’re just here to see the professional baseball, as high as game,” Darien Powell said.

“The players change all the time No. 2 according to MLB Pipeline. The major league club is in anyway.”

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into their car to get her away from the pit bulls, the dogs atgrafts may be necessary.” tacked Mao. Mao’s family has been His leg was bleeding unraising funds for his recovery controllably afterward and a through their GoFundMe page. tourniquet had to be applied, He immigrated to Georgia from according to a Gwinnett Animal Welfare and Enforcement China earlier this year, and did report. not have a job or insurance to The dogs then wandered into help cover his medical costs. So far, $4,255 has been raised, with a neighborhood and severely attacked another man in his a goal to raise $300,000. backyard.

In his update, Davis said the All three victims had to be family is limited to going after taken to local hospitals. The AnGarcia’s homeowners insurance liability coverage and they imal Welfare and Enforcement expect that will be split between report also said a car crashed on Five Forks Trickum because of Mao and the other two victims the attack on the first victim. in the attack.

Garcia surrendered the dogs Zagoria officials said they were not aware of any lawsuits to Animal Welfare and Enforcement officers once they discovbeing filed yet by the other ered who the pit bulls belonged victims. to. County officials said the The dogs attacked a 16-year dogs were later euthanized and old girl near the intersection of their bodies were sent off to a Five Forks Trickum Road and lab for rabies tests, which came Emerald Forest Court on April back negative.

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Gwinnett gets Preservation Award Student facing

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Georgia Gwinnett College recognized Gwinnett County as its 2018 GGC Preservation Award winner for the county’s efforts to preserve historical sites on Wednesday.

The award was handed out during the college’s eighth annual Button Gwinnett Day, which recognizes the county’s namesake who was also a signer of the Declaration of Independence. Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners Chairwoman Charlotte Nash accepted the award on the county’s behalf.

“The county was selected

as the award recipient in appreciation of county officials, the Gwinnett Historical Society and the Historic Restoration and Preservation Board working together throughout the years to protect landmarks of historical significance to Gwinnett County,” college officials said in a statement.

In addition to the award presentation, Button Gwinnett Day included programs that highlighted educational, business and medical profession development in Gwinnett over the past four decades. Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center Director of Programming Jason West also gave a oneman living history performance as Button Gwinnett.

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Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners Chairwoman Charlotte Nash, left, and Lawrenceville Mayor Judy Jordan Johnson, right, stand with Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center Director of Programming Jason West at a Button Gwinnett Day presentation at Georgia Gwinnett College on Wednesday. (Photo: Georgia Gwinnett College)

Ex-cops’ attorneys waive arraignment Former county officers indicted in February for beating at traffic stop

BY ISABEL HUGHES

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The attorneys for two former Gwinnett County Police Department officers who were indicted in February on numerous charges, including a felony, after a video showed them beating a man following a traffic stop have waived their clients’ arraignments, which were scheduled for this morning.

Former Master Police Officer Robert McDonald and former Sgt. Michael Bongiovanni were indicted on Feb. 28 on a total of 10 counts, which range from the most serious charge of aggravated assault to violation of oath of office and battery.

The men were fired last April after video was taken of them assaulting Demetrius Hollins, who they had pulled over near the Lawrenceville-area intersection of Sugarloaf Parkway and Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road.

Though the officers were initially charged with battery and violation of oath of office, Gwinnett County District Attorney Danny Porter added the aggravated assault charge in a draft of the indictment in early February.

tion, administrators allegedly found the student had a gun in his possession. “... This is a very serious A Beaver Ridge Elsituation, so in addition to ementary School student criminal charges for having caught with a gun on school a weapon on campus the grounds Wednesday is facstudent also will face disciing criminal charges. plinary action,” Lillard said.

According to Beaver The fifth-year principal Ridge Elementary School commended the student Principal Karen Lillard, who reported the weapon school administrators were on campus and encouraged notified of the weapon by a both students and staff alike tip from a student. to feel comfortable coming “It appears that this forth with information. student showed the weapon “Our students, parents, to other students but did and teachers all play an imnot threaten anyone and he portant role in school safety did not state any intention efforts,” she said. “I encourto hurt anyone,” Lillard age you to continue to come stated in a letter addressed to to us when you have inforparents. mation or concerns related Following an investigato student safety.”

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That charge stems from the men pointing a gun at Hollins, a copy of the indictment states.

The bill, which was obtained by Michael Bongiovanni the Daily Post, also includes violation of oath of office charges, a “false official certificate of writing” charge against Bongiovanni for allegedly lying about the incident and sevRobert eral battery charges McDonald against both men for kicking Hollins while he was handcuffed on the ground.

In total, McDonald faces three charges, while Bongiovanni faces eight.

The arraignment, a legal procedure following an indictment in which charges are read to the defendant or defendants in court, was scheduled for Friday morning in front of Gwinnett County Superior Court Judge Warren Davis.

Walt Britt, attorney for McDon-

ald, told the Daily Post on Wednesday he and his client waived the arraignment “because we waive arraignment in 99.99 percent of cases as do most attorneys (and) it is waste of everybody’s time for us to show up.”

Bongiovanni’s attorney, Mike Puglise, did not immediately respond to request for comment, though he previously had harsh words about the indictment.

Puglise told the Daily Post in February that the indictment “makes it absolutely clear” that Gwinnett police officers are “dispensable pawns in a game of political chess.”

“These officers are being crucified by a firing squad to appease mass hysteria regarding police use of force,” he said.

Britt previously told the Daily Post he will be seeking a separate trial for his client because McDonald’s “involvement in this matter was very brief” and “should be considered separate and distinct from any acts of Sgt. Bongiovanni before (his) client’s arrival on the scene or his subsequent acts in any reports.”

No further dates have yet been set for the case.

Gwinnett police are seeking information about hit-and-run

BY CURT YEOMANS

driver side tail light and will have either a broken rear windshield or broken rear quarter window.”

Gwinnett County police Pihera said the vehicle are asking for help finding may have been brought to the driver of a Honda Pilot a local mechanic. Police that hit a motorcyclist in aren’t sure what condition Lilburn last month. the vehicle is currently in, or The accident happened if it was driven by a male or March 31 at the intersecfemale. tion of Dickens Road and Residents who have inforPepperwood Trail. Officers mation about the hit-and-run found the motorcyclist are asked to call detectives unconscious with lifeat 770-513-5300. They can threatening injuries, but there also contact Crime Stoppers were no other vehicles at the to offer a tip while remainscene. Pieces of a broken tail ing anonymous by calling light and window glass were 404-577-8477 or visiting found, however. www.crimestoppersatlanta.

“After analyzing the tail org. Crime Stoppers offers light, it was determined to a reward of up to $2,000 for be from a 2009-2015 Honda information that leads to an Pilot (unknown color),” Cpl. arrest and indictment in the Michele Pihera said. “This case. The case number is Honda will be missing the 18-029566.

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Field a mix of legends, vets

Mitsubishi Electric Classic begins today at Sugarloaf of former and off-and-on PGA Tour veterans create a delicate balance of competitive and DULUTH — PGA Chamcasual. pions Tour events provide a For the fan: World Golf unique experience for both the legends are separated from the spectator and pro when juxtagalleries by a pencil-thin rope, posed to the average PGA Tour crowds tend to be smaller and event. a good view is almost always For the player: there are no available in the middle of the cuts on the Champions Tour, the day but the grandstands on No. tee times sometimes start later 18 still provide an inspiring in the day and the combination applause when the ball bites the

By Taylor Denman

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green in front of the cup after an approach shot.

That’s what the Mitsubishi Electric Classic has provided for metro-Atlanta since its transition from a PGA event to a Champions event six years ago.

Today’s opening round at TPC Sugarloaf features pros at varying stages in their careers.

Take 2017 champion Stephen

Stephen Ames, the 2017 Mitsubishi Electric Classic champion, waits to tee off Thursday during the Maxwell Leadership Pro-Am at TPC Sugarloaf in Duluth. (Staff Photo: Taylor Denman)

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Norcross grad Diamond DeShields, right, selected third overall by the Chicago Sky, poses with WNBA president Lisa Borders on Thursday. (Photo: NBAe)

Local duo go in first round

DeShields, Brown taken in WNBA draft

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Former AAU teammates as youngsters and high school rivals in Gwinnett County, Norcross alum Diamond DeShields and North Gwinnett grad Lexie Brown shared another basketball memory Thursday night.

The two locals were first-round selections in the WNBA Draft in New York City, beginning when DeShields was the No. 3 overall pick to the Chicago Sky. It didn’t take long for Brown to follow, going at No. 9 overall to the Connecticut Sun. Of Gwinnett’s seven WNBA first-rounders since 2003, DeShields is the highest selection since Collins Hill’s Maya Moore went No. 1 overall to the Minnesota Lynx in 2011.

DeShields hails from a family of great athletes, including her father Delino (who played 13 years of major league baseball) and mother, Tisha (an AllAmerican track athlete at Tennessee). Her brother, Delino Jr., plays for the Texas Rangers.

DeShields, whose table guests included fellow Norcross grad and reigning NFL Rookie of the Year Alvin Kamara, was featured prominently in the early stages of ESPN’s live broadcast as one of the top three players available. The 6-foot-1 guard was an even more intriguing prospect because she skipped her senior season of college at Tennessee to play professional basketball for the 2017-18 season in Turkey.

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Gwinnett pitcher Mike Soroka pitches to a Red Wings batter during Thursday night’s season opener between the Stripers and the Rochester Red Wings at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville. Below, Stripers’ Johan Camargo, down on rehab assignment, watches his ball after hitting a home run. (Photos: Karl L. Moore)

Stripers drop home opener in 14-inning marathon

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LAWRENCEVILLE — The Gwinnett Stripers gave the fans a lot more baseball than they bargained for in their 2018 home opener against the Rochester Red Wings.

The hosts couldn’t hold on to a one-run lead needing just one more strike to secure the win, with Willians Astudillo’s RBI single tying the game sending the game into extra innings.

Then after several seesaw extra frames, Gregorio Petit and Jake Cave delivered RBI singles in the top of the 14th to give Rochester the lead, and the Red Wings held on for

verge of a win, still leading 3-2 in the top of the ninth, and Rex Brothers having retired two straight hitters after hitting Nick Buss to lad off the inning.

But the veteran lefthander couldn’t finish off Astudillo, who poked a into right field to send Buss around from second base to tie the game 4-all.

After Brothers issued back-to-back walks to Gregorio Petit and Zack a 7-6 win Thursday night strikeouts and no walks in Granite, Evan Phillips before a crowd that once 5 2/3 strong innings. managed to escape further numbered 4,919 at CoolJohan Camargo, down damage by striking out ray Field. from Atlanta on an injury Leonardo Renigatto to The Stripers fell to rehab assignment,went keep the game tied.

2-4 on the young season 1-for-4 with a solo homer, And the Stripers andespite another strong start while Carlos Franco had swered Astudillo’s RBI from 20-year-old righta pair of RBI doubles in single in the top of the hander Mike Soroka, who extra innings, but it wasn’t 10th with Rob Brantley’s allowed just five hits and enough.

RBI double in the bottom two earned runs with eight The Stripers were on the of the inning to tie the

game again at 4-all.

Then after each team scored a run in the 10th and 13th innings, the Stripers ran out of bullpen arms, forcing them to send outfielder Jaff Decker to the mound for the top of the 14th.

Petit promptly greeted him with a single to right that scored tiebreaker runner Astudillo, and gave Rochester the lead for good — a lead Cave added to with his fourth hit of the night two outs later.

The Stripers tried to rally in the bottom of the inning, with Rob Brantly driving home his second run on the night, both in extra innings, with a single.

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TOP CAT-CHER GSU’s Gatewood, a Peachtree Ridge grad, bursts on to national scene behind plate

By David Friedlander

cludes the Georgia State junior himself. david.friedlander@ “That’s super cool. It’s gwinnettdailypost.com probably one of the coolest As little as a year ago, things I’ve ever had hapthere are very few people pen,” the 2015 Peachtree who foresaw Nick GateRidge grad said. “I only wood’s meteoric rise to had one (Division) I offer become one of the top out of high school, so to college baseball catchers in now be on the list of potenPeachtree Ridge grad Nick Gatewood is in the middle tially the best catchers in of a huge season for the Georgia State baseball team. the nation.

That group even inthe country is pretty cool.

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It happened fast, I’ll tell you that.”

Indeed, breaking into the Panthers’ lineup as their starting catcher midway through last season, Gatewood had more than a solid sophomore campaign, finishing with a team-best .319 batting average with

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No. 2 GGC women ace D-II UNG victory capped consecutive days when the team swept LAWRENCEVILLE — a pair of opponents.

The NAIA’s No. 2-ranked “We are finally at full Georgia Gwinnett College strength and when that women’s tennis earned a happens we’re a really dancommanding 9-0 home gerous team,” said Head victory over Division Coach Chase Hodges, II University of North whose team was matched Georgia on Thursday at the up against North Georgia GGC Tennis Facility. The for the first time. “HopeFrom Staff Reports

fully, this is a match that we can do annually with North Georgia.”

After winning the first two doubles matches, the Grizzlies (13-2) took a 3-0 lead into singles as the tandem of junior Gabrielle Robinson and sophomore Maria Prados Cid rallied from a 6-5 deficit to win

a tiebreaker on the No. 3 doubles court.

“Anytime you are up 2-0, you have that swing match where it could be 2-1 or 3-0 on the scoreboard. Gabrielle and Maria continued to battle and got us a point to take an early 3-0 lead heading into singles,” Hodges said.

Gatewood •From Page 1B five home runs and 22 RBIs in 51 games, including 31 starts.

But his career has really taken off this spring, with the left-handed hitting catcher hitting .377 and leading the Panthers’ regulars with 11 homers, 35 RBIs, 46 total hits, 86 total bases and a 1.151 OPS in just 31 games.

Included in those numbers are being named Sun Belt Conference Player of the Week twice, including this past week, when he was also named the National Player of the Week by Collegiate Baseball newspaper after hitting .533 (8-for-15) with four home runs, 11 RBIs, nine runs, a .619 on-base percentage and a 1.400 slugging percentage while catching 34 of the Panthers’ 35 innings in four games.

Those numbers, along with his work behind the plate, has made Gatewood one of 97 players nationwide to be on the watch list for the Johnny Bench Award, which is given annually to the nation’s top collegiate catcher.

As surprising as Gatewood’s rapid improvement may be to many observers, one person who did see it coming is GSU coach Greg Frady, who saw something in the former Peachtree Ridge standout backstop that other coaches couldn’t see.

More accurately, he saw past something about Gatewood that other coaches couldn’t.

“He had a hand injury (in high school) and people kind of fell off on him,” Frady said. “We always loved him. I always believed that he would be a contributor in college.

I think there was some question about his development as a catcher, but he has really worked hard and I feel like he’s one of the nation’s top catchers.”

But as quickly as Gatewood has made a name for himself this year, it did take him a little while to get his chance to shine.

For one thing, he had a pretty good catcher ahead of him when he came into the GSU program as a

Peachtree Ridge grad Nick Gatewood is in the middle of a huge season for the Georgia State baseball team. (Photo: Georgia State)

freshman in the form of three-time All-Sun Belt selection and two-time Johnny Bench Award semifinalist Joey Roach.

“He’s a junior, and it takes some guys a little time,” Frady said of Gatewood. “He needed to get comfortable. He had to learn some things, and he had to make a couple of adjustments. But give Nick all the credit. He listened.

He worked hard. He put the work in. He got in the (batter’s) box. He executed. He had confidence.

He believed in himself. I couldn’t be happier with him.”

But rather than see the established star as a roadblock, Gatewood saw learning from Roach as an opportunity, which helped create another opportunity last year after Roach moved on to the Tampa Bay Rays’ organization — one that he seized fully after getting the starting job in March of last year.

“Last year, I didn’t really play much until about halfway through the season,” Gatewood said. “Then I got hot at the end of the season, and that really carried over into the summer.

I played really well (last) summer, and I’ve just still been rolling. I’m having a really good year.

“I think that (just getting a chance to play more) and the work I put into before that. It really came into play perfectly.”

Still, there are some

elements of that have come as a bit of a surprise, most notably his increased power at the plate, which even he admits had never been a big part of his game until he got regular at bats late last spring.

But while he credits a lot of work in the weight room with his power surge, Gatewood says other factors have played just as big a role in becoming a bigger extra-base hit at the plate.

“I only hit one home run at Peachtree Ridge,” said Gatewood, who also has seven doubles for a total of 18 extra-base hits this season. “I have gotten in the weight room (in college) and a lot of stuff like that, but I think it’s just been a matter of being better as a hitter, honestly.”

As big as Gatewood’s contributions at the plate have been to GSU’s win streak, which reached four games after the Panthers (17-15 overall) beat Georgia Tech 5-2 on Wednesday at Russ Chandler Stadium, Frady said he’s been just as valuable defensively.

Whether it’s been a strong throwing arm that has thrown out 10 of 28 potential base stealers, a steady glove that has produced a .992 fielding percentage or the way he’s worked with Panther pitchers like Hunter Gaddis (6-1, 1.59 ERA) and fellow Peachtree Ridge grad Jordan Lee (3-0, 3.79 ERA), Frady believes Gatewood’s defensive work has been

even more impressive than his offense.

“He’s done a good job,” Frady said. “We’re in the top five in the nation in (turning) double plays as a team, and part of that is (because) Nick Gatewood has shut down the (opponents’) running game.

Teams aren’t trying to steal, so the double play is order quite a bit. We’ve been able to handle the ball, and he’s played a big factor in that, as well.

“When Joey Roach was here, Nick had to catch a lot of bullpen (sessions).

I say Nick had to, but he didn’t have to. He wanted to. He wanted to warn some respect down there with how hard he worked.

He got to know our pitchers and our pitchers really love throwing to him.”

The combination of offense and defense has definitely raised Gatewood’s profile among professional scouts according to Frady.

But while he is eligible for this year’s Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft in June, he says he won’t even start thinking about whether he might be selected, or deciding whether to forgo his senior season for the pros if he is selected, until after the current season.

“I try not to think about it too much,” Gatewood said. “I just try to keep going every day, keep playing every day and whatever happens happens. I’m excited.”

this weekend for the playoffs.

She will be counted on heavily with Chicago, which went 12-22 last season. The Sky’s rebuilding plans included two high draft selections — DeShields at No. 3 and Connecticut forward Gabby Williams at No. 4. “(DeShields) is an elite level athlete,” ESPN analyst Rebecca Lobo said on the broadcast. “She can score inside. She’s got great handles. She can create her own shot. She can go over people. She can go by people.”

DeShields played one season at North Carolina, earning national freshman of the year honors, and then transferred to Tennessee for two seasons. She turned pro last summer.

“She is one of those special players,” Sky coach and general manager Amber Stocks said of DeShields on the broadcast. “You kind of go back in coaching, and we all take different stops along

North Gwinnett grad Lexie Brown poses for a portrait after being selected No. 9 overall by the Connecticut Sun during the WNBA Draft in New York. (Photo: NBAe)

the way, in my 19 years of coaching you come across some special talents. I sat down with Diamond and she has that ‘it’ that some very rare and special players have had over the years.”

Like DeShields, Brown also has a prominent athletic family. Her father, Dee, played 12 NBA seasons and won the 1991

Slam Dunk Contest.

The 5-9 guard averaged 19.4 this past season as a Duke senior and 18.3 as a junior. She finished her career with 2,088 points, 587 assists, 345 steals, 262 3-pointers made and 455 rebounds, becoming only the third player in NCAA Power Five Conference history to accumulate over 2,000 points, 500 assists, 300 steals and 200 3-pointers. Her 122 steals in 2017-18 broke a Duke single-season record.

“As the draft was unfolding, we wanted to improve and take a combo guard that could play the 1 or 2,” Sun head coach Curt Miller said. “We didn’t know if Lexie would drop.

We thought she could go 5 or 6. When she was on the board at 9, the opportunity to really do what we wanted and improve the combo guard position was there.

“I love her versatility on both ends of the floor. She has deep range. She’s good at pick and roll basketball and she will only get better in our system. She’s also a

•From Page 1B Ames, who will play the role of defending champion for the first time in his Champions Tour career.

Ames held a one-shot lead heading into the final round of last year’s Classic, then shot a 66 in the third and final round to run away with the event.

Calling the victory a “breakout performance” for the 31-year professional is to overlook his four PGA Tour wins and 18 career top-10 finishes on Champions.

“It’s very tough to win,” Ames said. “You’ve got younger ones coming up like Mr. (Steve) Stricker, who is still contending on the regular tour and coming out here. It’s like, ‘Get back on the regular tour, would you? Give us a break.’ … This is more relaxing, being out here, rather than being on the regular tour where there are 4 a.m. wake up calls, getting ready for a 7 a.m. tee time. It’s hard, and it takes a lot out of you. I did it for 18 years.

Contrast Ames to World Golf Hall of Famer Tom Watson. He boasts 39 career PGA Tour victories and 14 career Champions Tour wins. His most recent success was a week ago at Augusta National Golf Club where he won the Masters Tournament par-3 contest, playing in a group with Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player.

“These guys are good,” Watson said. “These old guys are good, they can get it. Look at Bernhard Langer, look at Hale Irwin, before him look at Lee Trevino. Those guys lit it up.”

Pros are eligible for Champions when they turn 50 years old, but some still toggle backand-forth between the PGA Tour and Champions, especially those still eligible for majors. Vijay Singh, who also spent last weekend in Augusta, has spent the past six years splitting time between the two tours. Lately, Singh’s

results on Champions have triggered a shift in his projection of how many Tour events he’ll continue to play in his 36th year as a pro.

Singh won the Toshiba Classic in early March, his second top-10 finish on Champions this season.

“This is the first time where I made a choice playing here and not down (at RBC Heritage), so that was a big move,” Singh said. “I played Hilton Head all the time before, and this is the first time I haven’t. I’m kind of leaning towards playing more (on the Champions tour). I think that this is the first step, that I chose this one.”

All of these careers collide for three days at TPC Sugarloaf.

Not much has seemed to change, Watson said, about the Champions Tour since his first fall in 1999.

That can’t be said for the PGA Tour. Tiger Woods was a meteor shooting through the golf universe when Watson first joined Champions — then called Senior PGA Tour — and now it’s uncertain Woods will win another tournament, let alone a major.

The Mitsubishi Electric Classic could pluck a champion from former obscurity, bring a veteran back into the spotlight or add to a legend’s already stacked resume. The perpetuation of ambition is one of the nuggets of gold PGA Tour Champions offers.

“It’s competitive, and that’s why I’m still out here,” Watson said. “I enjoy the competition. I like to put my game to the test and compete.”

Former champions Olin Browne, Langer, Miguel Angel Jimenez and Woody Austin and in the field, as well as PGA Tour Champions’ top earners such as Jerry Kell, David Toms, Joe Durant and Gene Sauers. Champions tour money leader Stricker is not in the field at this year’s Classic.

Tom Watson walks the course at the Maxwell Leadership Pro-Am on Thursday at TPC Sugarloaf in Duluth.

(Staff photo: Taylor Denman)

Stripers

Draft •From Page 1B

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dedicated defender, a proven defender. She has defended in a lot of matchup zones. She has defended a lot in the system that Duke plays, showing that she has great instinct and has the ability to play off the ball.

But I also really appreciate her effort in on-ball defense.”

Unlike DeShields, Brown is joining one of the league’s more successful teams from last season.

The talent-laden Sun went 21-13, the league’s fourthbest record, in 2017-18 despite playing without all-star Chiney Ogwumike, who returns this season.

“I know that they’re a team that’s on the rise,” Brown said. “A lot of young talent. Super excited, I loved watching them play. They like to play fast. They like to play defense. I’m just excited to be apart of the core they’re building.”

South Carolina star A’ja Wilson was the draft’s No. 1 overall pick, and Ohio State’s Kelsey Mitchell was chosen No. 2 by the Indiana Fever.

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warded that work beginning in the bottom of But Christian Colon the second, when Sean grounded to first to end Kazmar Jr. led off with the marathon, and give a double, went to third Rochester right-hander on a wild pitch and came Tyler Duffy the extrahome when Rio Ruiz inning victory out of the bounced out to first to cut bullpen. the Rochester lead to 2-1.

Though he didn’t give Two innings later, up many hard-hit balls Camargo, continuing throughout the evening, his injury rehab assignSoroka ran into some ment from Atlanta, took trouble in the bottom of an outside offering from second.

Myles Jaye the other way Buss led off with a and lined a solo homer off single and eventually the bench in the Gwinnett came home when Taylor bullpen to pull the StripFeatherston chipped his ers even at 2-all. bat, but found the right Soroka eventually patch of grass down the exited with the go-ahead field line for an RBI triple run on third with two outs that put Rochester up 1-0. in the top of the sixth, but One out later, Astudileft-hander Jesse Biddle llo’s ground out behind made sure the game the second base back stayed tied at 2 by getting brought up Featherston to Buss to fly out to center. up the Red Wings’ lead to And in the bottom of 2-0, but Soroka settled in the inning, the Stripers after that. took their first lead of the The 6-foot-2, game at 3-2 when Eze220-pounder retired 14 quiel Carrera led off with of the next 18 batters he a double, and came home faced over the next three two outs later on Franco’s innings, including eight two-strike RBI double to by strikeout, to keep left-center — a lead the Rochester at bay.

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Today

6 p.m. — Brookwood at Berkmar 6 p.m. — Buford at Loganville 6 p.m. — Discovery at Collins Hill 6 p.m. — Duluth at Norcross 6 p.m. — GAC at North Hall 6 p.m. — Gainesville at Dacula 6 p.m. — Lakeside-DeKalb at Central 6 p.m. — Lanier at Habersham Central 6 p.m. — Mountain View at Peachtree Ridge 6 p.m. — North at Mill Creek 7 p.m. — Archer at Grayson 7 p.m. — Meadowcreek at Parkview 7 p.m. — Shiloh at South

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5:30 p.m. — Northview girls at North 6 p.m. — Mill Creek girls at Collins Hill 6 p.m. — Trinity Christian School at Brookwood 7 p.m. — Buford boys at Pinecrest Academy 7:30 p.m. — Archer boys at Grayson

SOCCER

5 p.m. — GAC at East Hall 5:30 p.m. — Central at Discovery 5:30 p.m. — Collins Hill at Mill Creek 5:30 p.m. — Dacula at Habersham Central 5:30 p.m. — Gainesville at Lanier 5:30 p.m. — Lakeside-Dekalb at Berkmar 5:30 p.m. — Meadowcreek at Cross Keys 5:30 p.m. — Mountain View at Peachtree Ridge 5:30 p.m. — North at Duluth 5:30 p.m. — Pinecrest Academy at Buford 5:30 p.m. — Shiloh at Newton 5:30 p.m. — South at Archer 6 p.m. — Brookwood at Parkview

TRACK AND FIELD

• Buford at Eagle’s Landing 4 p.m. — GAC Spartan Classic Saturday

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11 a.m. — Wesleyan at Fellowship Christian

LACROSSE

4 p.m. — Brookwood boys at Greenbrier 4 p.m. — Peachtree Ridge boys at Duluth

TRACK AND FIELD

8 a.m. — Discovery, Archer in McEachern Invitational

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Larson leads Storm past Wolves From Staff Reports LILBURN — Providence Christian goalie Ansley Larson made 24 saves to help the Storm defeat visiting Wesleyan 3-2 in a Region 8-A game on Thursday.

Ally Weisgerber had a goal and an assist, while Sarah Orji and Cate Lee also scored goals in the victory.

Wesleyan falls to 4-9-2 overall and 1-2 in the region with the loss.

BOYS SOCCER BOYS SOCCER Wesleyan 4, Providence 1 LILBURN — Wesleyan defeated Providence Christian 4-1 on Thursday behind two goals from Abraham Lopez. Jonathan Lopez and Liam Coxhead also scored goals for the Wolves (9-5-1, 4-0).

Carter Swain scored the lone goal for the Storm (7-7-1, 4-1).

GIRLS TENNIS GIRLS TENNIS North 3, West Forsyth 0 SUWANEE — North Gwinnett opened the Class AAAAAAA tournament with a 3-0 defeat of West Forsyth on Thursday.

Cassidy Rebol and Emma Flemming won in singles as did the doubles tandem of Elle Hammond and Maya Daiz. The Bulldogs (17-1) advance to face the winner of the LakesideDeKalb and Grayson matchup in the second round.

Wesleyan 3, Whitfield Academy 2 MABLETON — Wesleyan defeated host Whitfield Academy 3-2 on Thursday. Harrison Feininger won in singles for the Wolves (9-7). Grace Tyler and Haden Jones along with Sarah Moon and Kate Lalley won in doubles.

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GAC 3, Fannin County 0 DAHLONEGA — Greater Atlanta Christian won the Region 7-AAA tournament 3-0 on Thursday. Jack Olinger won in singles as did the doubles tandems of Lukas Veltmaat and Andrew Ha

three times while Victoria Smith recorded nine saves in net.

FANS CHOICE SPRING ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

Who: Corey Farrow School: South Gwinnett Sport: Baseball Class: Senior Highlights: Had three hits and two RBIs, and also earned the save, in a 13-9 win over Mariner (Fla.) Coach Steve Teschner’s take: “Corey Farrow is an old school player who makes up for his lack of size with work ethic, heart and tremendous instincts in all phases of the game. Corey is also a tremendous student and is a leader on and off the field. Corey has been in our varsity program for four years and exemplifies the mindset of the history and tradition of South Gwinnett baseball.

Corey has hit mid-300s in each of his last three seasons and is currently hitting .369 with a .443 on-base percentage, 16 RBIs and 18 runs scored.” along with Owen Jacobsen and Will Hawkins.

Wesleyan 5, Whitfield Academy 0 MABLETON — Wesleyan swept Whitfield Academy 5-0 on Thursday. Jack Jones, Luke Schiller and Dakota Early won in singles for the Wolves (5-9). David Anderson along with Harrison Leath and Sam Lambert and Jack Lambert won in doubles.

RIFLERY RIFLERY Buford 1,135, Brunswick 1,107 BUFORD — Buford defeated Brunswick 1,135-1,107 in the semifinals of the riflery state tournament on Thursday. The victory improves the Wolves’ record to 10-0 on the season.

Buford advances the finals where it will face off against 14 other schools at Fort Benning on April 28.

Morgan Adams paced the Wolves with a 291. Jacob Ethridge fired a 285, Austin Cagle recorded a 280. Taylor King contributed 279 and Dylan Atkins added a 274 to the winning total.

BOYS LACROSSE BOYS LACROSSE Collins Hill 5, North Atlanta 2 ATLANTA — Collins Hill defeated host North Atlanta 5-2 on Thursday. Ryan Hoffman led the Eagles (7-5) with two goals. Andrew Souk recorded eight ground balls while Khibri Habtemariam made seven

saves in the victory.

Lanier 16, Dacula 3 SUGAR HILL — Lanier defeated Dacula 16-3 in a nonarea game on Thursday. Javin Keniston scored five goals while Makenzie Rannals added four goals for the Longhorns (9-5).

GAC 24, Mount Vernon 2 ATLANTA — Greater Atlanta Christian defeated host Mount Vernon 24-2 on Thursday in an Class 1A-5A Area 3 contest.

Josh Schoepf scored four goals to lead the Spartans (11-3, 5-0). Trey Wood had two goals, five assists and one takeaway.

Mason Duriez scored twice and added an assist while Trey Dixon recorded five ground balls and a takeaway.

Wesleyan 19, Riverwood 5 ATLANTA — Wesleyan defeated host Riverwood 19-5 on Thursday. Rawley Smith led the Wolves with six goals and three assists. Garrett Hangartner added three goals and two assists while Bennett Harrison and Willem Conley each tallied three goals and an assist. Michael Nicklaus scored twice for Wesleyan (8-4).

GIRLS LACROSSE GIRLS LACROSSE Peachtree Ridge 13, Archer 11 SUWANEE — Peachtree Ridge held off visiting Archer 13-11 on Thursday. Anna Marie Gazzo led the Lions (7-6, 4-3) with five goals. Hannah Labella and Audrey Dutton each scored

Mountain View 11, Decatur 10 DECATUR — Mountain View defeated host Decatur 11-10 on Thursday. The win improves the Bears to 10-5 on the season and clinches its first winning season in program history.

Reagan Utley led Mountain View with four goals. Lily Clawson had three goals and an assist while Tabi Galvin netted two goals. Jessie Guadalupe recorded four ground balls and an interception while goalie Shelby Glasgow made 14 saves.

Grayson 21, Collins Hill 8 LOGANVILLE — Grayson defeated visiting Collins Hill 21-8 on Thursday. Shelby Minor led the Rams (10-2-1) with seven goals and two assists. Mac Champaign and Abby Chambers each had four goals and two assists while Ashley Steele added two goals and dished out three assists.

Johns Creek 15, Wesleyan 4 PEACHTREE CORNERS — Johns Creek downed Wesleyan 15-4 on Thursday. The loss drops the Wolves record to 12-2.

BASEBALL BASEBALL Wesleyan 10, Landmark Chr. 0 (6 innings) PEACHTREE CORNERS — Three Wesleyan pitchers on a no-hitter as the Wolves defeated Landmark Christian 10-0 on Thursday. John Smith tossed four innings while Jalen Fulwood and Griffen Massey each tossed a frame.

Landon Parks led off the game with a solo home run and Charlie Taylor also hit a solo home run later in the game. Cameron Binney drove in a pair of runs for Wesleyan (19-2, 8-1).

Athens Academy 9, Providence 8 ATHENS — Providence Christian lost to Athens Academy 9-8 in Region 8-A on Thursday.

Keegan Tranum and Wesley Anderson each had three hits and two stolen bases to lead the Storm (15-12, 5-4).

Simon Graf provided a key two-run double in the fifth to tie the game while Luke Matthews had two hits and two RBIs. Matthews took the loss in relief but only allowed one earned run.

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DULUTH — Charlie Rymer admitted he had to deal with some nerves ahead of his return to the PGA tournament circuit at the Boca Raton Championship in February.

The Georgia Tech graduate and golf analyst doesn’t shy away from his honest opinion, whether he’s discussing the PGA Tour on Golf Channel’s “Morning Drive” or his own game as he works through an abbreviated run of PGA Tour Champions events, featured in a series called “Rymer Reason.” The show documents his return to professional golfing on the PGA Tour Champions circuit and how he adapts to the changes in the game since being a professional golfer was his primary occupation roughly 20 years ago.

His tour led him to a familiar course, TPC Sugarloaf, where he played in the BellSouth Classic in 1997 and 1998. He’ll give the 2018 Mitsubishi Electric Classic his best shot today.

Rymer’s objective is for fans of the show to improve themselves as golfers and, through his journey to getting back into competitive golf, draw some inspiration applicable to an active lifestyle by playing casual golf.

While Rymer is in the mix with serious pros, he was his casual, loquacious self as he walked TPC Sugarloaf with his Maxwell Leadership Pro-Am group Wednesday.

“Coming back and trying to get my game in order to come out and play some has been probably one of the biggest challenges I’ve ever taken on in my life,” he said before teeing off Wednesday. “I tell folks that if you’re in the business of talking about golf on TV —

Golf Channel analyst and former Georgia Tech golfer Charlie Rymer watches his first tee shot at the Maxwell Leadership Pro-Am on Wednesday at TPC Sugarloaf in Duluth. (Staff Photo: Taylor Denman)

similar to my wife, who’s a nurse, has to go back for continuing education, recertifications and all that — golf announcers ought to, every three years, play like five holes on live television, because it’s a lot harder than we remember it being.”

Advances in technology and sports psychology are drastic since Rymer’s prime on the PGA Tour.

Radar tech that monitors the spin rates, launch angles and exit velocities of a players’ shots are integral to professional training and youth development for the most ambitious young players.

Rymer is seizing opportunities to take advantage of what science has to offer when it comes to improving his game. He signed a sponsorship contract with Titleist, and PGA Tour consultants have helped him build a bag with clubs that fit his style of play.

Beyond equipment, Rymer worked with a psychologist that utilized EEG testing to build a personality profile.

He is trying to apply those principles on the course and give an honest account of his experiences on the show.

“It’s sort of hard,” he said. “There’s so much technology and science now in the equipment, in playing the game, it’s a little bit overwhelming. But I’m trying to sort through

that to help my game.”

The skills required to play a round of golf under par are not comparable to riding a bike; rust can gather quickly if the player allows it. But Rymer didn’t seem to be rusty, judging by the start to Wednesday’s pro-am. His drive from the par-4 No. 1 tee landed in the short grass, he arrived just short of the green on his approach and went upand-down with a mediumdistance putt for par. That was enough to put a grin on his face.

Not that it ever leaves his face. The feedback he’s received regarding his return to playing pro golf is positive, he said. Fans and colleagues are encouraged by Rymer’s positive outlook, even if he hasn’t been satisfied with his scoring thus far.

He placed 32nd at the Diamond Resorts Invitational, an unofficial event in Las Vegas, before playing Boca Raton roughly one month later. He finished 77th overall, held back by an 87 in his third and final round. But he feels like he’s playing better than the math shows on

his scorecard, and he’s also continuing to learn from the pros he’s paired with.

“My first event, I got to play on Saturday with Hale Irwin and on Sunday with Jose Maria Olazabal,” Rymer said. “While I was struggling to play decent golf, I had the good sense to play with my head up and watch these two World Golf Hall of Fame members play and, wow, did I learn a lot.”

He passed on a day off from the “Morning Drive” set the following Monday to extrapolate his experiences from the past weekend and relate to viewers regarding his re-acclimation to competition.

Rymer toured his alma mater’s practice facility Tuesday, working on a feature for today’s edition of “Morning Drive.” The Duluth-based tournament is in the heartland for Rymer’s family, who are mostly from Chattanooga, Tenn. But Rymer doesn’t live in the metro Atlanta area anymore, and he hasn’t played TPC Sugarloaf since the last time he played the BellSouth.

What rings a bell in Rymer’s memory are the challenging tee shots — particularly on par-4 No. 12 that requires a long approach to the green from the fairway — but he hopes to make up for extra strokes on the course’s smooth greens.

“It’s a challenging golf course, in particular off the tee,” Rymer said. “You’ve got to play some different kinds of tee shots. It’s not a blast-away golf course.

There’s certain areas that you have to play to and it’s pretty much in line with what I remember.”

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Locals carry heavy load for Kennesaw St. baseball

By Will Hammock

from Tallahassee (Fla.) Community College. The transition has been smooth for the right-hander, who Kennesaw State’s baseis 2-1 with a 2.72 ERA ball team has received key and 27 strikeouts (to eight contributions this season walks) in 39 2/3 innings. from a trio of veteran playFellow Norcross grad ers from Gwinnett County, Helms, a catcher and desincluding the Owls’ top ignated hitter, ranks among two starting pitchers. the Owls’ offensive leaders Senior A.J. Moore, a with a .315 batting average Mountain View grad, and (second on the team), four junior Brooks Buckler, home runs (first), 26 RBIs from Norcross, have deliv- (third) and 12 doubles ered steady outings on the (second). It’s Helms’ highmound all season, while est batting average since he Griffin Helms has been hit .376 as a sophomore. one of team’s top hitters.

He already has season Helms, a senior, also is a highs in doubles and home Norcross grad. runs, needing just one RBI Moore has been a fixture to match the career-best 27 in the rotation since he he had last year. arrived at KSU, totaling Those three are joined on 35 starts in 44 appearances the Owls’ roster by a pair over his first three seasons, of freshman pitchers from but has been at his best Gwinnett, Monty Horn this season. The 6-foot-4, of Collins Hill and Rhian 205-pounder is 3-0 with a Mann of Archer, as well 2.32 ERA and 53 strikeas senior Taylor Allum, an outs (to 22 walks) in 42 infielder/outfielder from 2/3 innings. His best ERA Grayson. Horn has a 0.00 previously was 4.48 from ERA in eight relief appearhis sophomore season. ances with eight strikeouts Buckler is new to Ken(to one walk) in 7 2/3 nesaw, having transferred innings. Mann has made will.hammock@ gwinnettdailypost.com

omon, a senior at Georgia Tech, broke a 46-year-old school record by more than 10 seconds in the recent Stanford Invitational. His time of 13 minutes, 51.92 seconds, good for 12th place, lowered the previous mark of 14:02.40, set in 1972 by Georgia Tech BASEBALL Hall of Fame selection Joel Majors. … Archer product Wilhite honored by ACC Ryan Camp passed the Georgia Tech shortstop 190-foot mark at the recent Austin Wilhite was named Clyde Littlefield Texas Atlantic Coast Conference Relays. The sophomore’s player of the week Monday. toss of 190 feet, 2 inches The Buford grad hit a was third best among colteam-high .533 (8-for-15) legians and surpassed his with a home run, a double, throw of 189-5 from earlier five RBIs and three runs this season. scored the previous week, Clayton State’s Bianca helping the Yellow Jackets Kamara, a sophomore from sweep No. 6 Florida State. Parkview, was named the He had an .800 on-base Peach Belt Conference field percentage. athlete of the week on April Wilhite’s biggest perfor- 3. She earned the award after mance came Sunday, when a runner-up finish in the long he had a career-high five jump and a personal best in RBIs, an inside-the-park the triple jump at the Emory home run and a double.

Classic. Teammate Jasmine Radford, a Brookwood TRACK AND FIELD grad, helped Clayton State break the school 400-meter Fast track relay record (48.41) in the Shiloh grad Nahom Sol- Emory meet. three relief appearances and has a 3.37 ERA. Allum hit .319 with 15 home runs and 46 RBIs last season to earn first-team, all-conference honors, but has been limited to 15 games this season with a pair of home runs and six RBIs.

SWIMMING Bekemeyer, Peribonio named All-SEC Gwinnett grads and South Carolina teammates Cody Bekemeyer and Tom Peribonio were named to the All-Southeastern Conference second team.

Bekemeyer is now a two-time All-SEC selection, while Peribonio earned All-SEC honors for the third time. Bekemeyer, a Collins Hill grad, was 10th in the 500 freestyle and fourth in the 1,650 free at the SEC Championships.

Peribonio, a North Gwinnett grad, finished in the top 10 in three events at the conference meet, including a fourth-place finish in the 400 individual medley.

BASKETBALL Tucker earns All-American status Dacula alum Kevon Tucker was an honorable mention National Junior College Athletic Association Division I AllAmerican this season as a

Getting to Know ... Taylor Doherty Atlanta Gladiators defenseman Taylor Doherty is in his seventh pro season and just turned 27 two weeks ago. The 6-foot-8 blueliner was selected by San Jose in the second round of the 2009 draft and spent four years in that organization playing for the Sharks’ AHL partner in Worcester.

In this installment of “Getting to Know …,” Doherty talks with staff writer Christine Troyke about a variety of topics, including spending his whole major junior career playing for Kingston, growing up with three brothers and his shootout move.

CT: What’s your hometown like?

TD: Cambridge, Ontario. It’s about 45 minutes west of Toronto.

It’s about 100,000 people. We recently moved, actually, to Kitchener, about 10 minutes down the road, but my brothers still live in Cambridge. It’s still home.

CT: How many brothers?

TD: I have three brothers, an older one and two younger ones.

Lot of boys.

CT: Your poor mom. I’m sure everyone says that. But you guys were good kids, right?

TD: Oh, of course.

CT: Never caused her any trouble. Never broke anything in the house.

TD: I mean, I didn’t. Maybe they did.

CT: Where do you spend your offseason?

TD: I usually do a little bit in California with my girlfriend.

Then back home to train.

CT: Did you play any other sports as a kid?

TD: I played a lot of different sports, but I never really stuck with anything other than hockey.

I played golf and I still love the game. I play quite a bit in the summer. I played basketball and volleyball. I was never any good at baseball and my dad said I wasn’t allowed to play football.

CT: How did you do at the batting cage at Coolray Field (home of the Triple-A Gwinnett Stripers) last week?

TD: Not bad actually. I was pretty impressed. Better than I thought.

CT: Did you follow a team growing up?

TD: I never really had a favorite team. I was really more along the lines of following players, like Chris Pronger, Zdeno Chara, the guys who I tried to model my game after growing up. I was a big Joe Thornton fan as a kid. I thought the way he played was exciting to watch.

CT: Is the No. 4 your first pick for a jersey?

TD: Absolutely. I’ve worn that the majority of my years playing.

CT: Is there a reason?

TD: I think my dad just gave it to me when I was a kid.

CT: What was draft day like for you?

TD: I hadn’t had the draft that I wanted, but it was still pretty exciting and obviously it was a big deal for me to be drafted to San Jose. I spent a long time in the organization. Unfortunately, it didn’t

Atlanta Gladiators defenseman Taylor Doherty (4) eyes a rebound off Greenville goalie Chris Nell during Saturday’s regular-season finale at Infinite Energy Arena in Duluth. (Photo: Amanda Bingham)

play out the way I had planned, but those things happen. But it’s cool to be picked pretty high in the draft.

CT: How old were you when you hit 6 feet tall?

TD: (laughing) Not very old. I was probably 12 or 13. I remember I was 6-foot-4 when I was 14 in Grade 9.

CT: What’s Kingston like?

TD: It’s a beautiful city. I played four years there. My first year we played at the old rink and then halfway through my second year, they built a new rink there and it was unbelievable. I love the city. I had great billets. Some of my best buddies still were on those teams. It was kind of cool playing for Doug Gilmour (the Frontenacs president of hockey ops). He was great with the guys. I loved playing there.

CT: Do you feel fortunate to have been able to have stayed in the same city for your entire junior career?

TD: Yeah. There were some ups and downs obviously, but when you can stay in the same spot, you can get comfortable with the team and the coaches. And I had the same billet family for four years.

As a kid, coming in there at 16 years old, it made it really easy. I was definitely fortunate.

CT: How many ways is the OHL better than the Q? TD: (laughing) Oh, I mean, it’s always an ongoing joke with all the guys (which major junior league is better). We call it the Show-HL. They’re all obviously really, really good, but we will never admit that to the guys who played in the Western or the Q. OHL it is.

CT: Well, you’ll notice I didn’t ask you if the Dub was better.

Since it is. I grew up in Spokane.

TD: Oh, so a little unbiased opinion, then.

CT: I don’t pretend to be impartial when it comes to the Chiefs and the WHL. TD: (laughing) OK. CT: How did your first pro game go?

TD: We lost in Round 1 of the playoffs in Kingston and then I went to Worcester. My first pro game was at home, I think against Portland. Obviously it was pretty exciting. I had just turned 20. I got to play three or four games that year. I’ve played a lot of games now and I’ll remember that one for sure.

CT: Was it as fast as you were expecting?

TD: Definitely. The American League is a hard league to play in.

A lot of people don’t appreciate the talent in that league and how hard it is to play with the three-inthrees and the travel. It’s a really, really good competitive league.

It’s hard to play in that league and it’s hard to stay in that league. I was fortunate enough to play as much as I did — and hopefully over the next little bit, I’ll get to play some more.

CT: You were with Worcester for four years. How was it surrounded by all those Mass— achusetts natives? I can’t print the other name.

TD: I mean, the roads are kind of bad there, but I liked it.

CT: It’s OK. The drivers are kind of bad here.

TD: (laughing) It was a cool city and Boston was so close. I spent a good four years there.

CT: Do you ever swap stories with Ryan Lannon? Isn’t that around where he grew up?

TD: Yeah. We talk about it all the time. You can’t talk too bad about it because it’s his hometown (smiling). But I liked it.

CT: Living there as one of your first U.S. cities, were you influenced on your NFL preferences?

TD: Well, my first experience being an NFL fan was because of my girlfriend, who is from California. So she was a big 49ers fan and a Raiders fan. So I’ve enjoyed watching them over the years. …

But, I mean, I do love the Pats. I don’t lie.

CT: How good was your first pro goal? Bar down, right?

TD: It was not bar down, but I want to say it was a 4-on-4,

kind of cut across the middle and a wrist shot from the top of the circles. I think it was low blocker.

That was a long time ago.

CT: You’re a seventh-year pro and just turned 27.

TD: And I’ve missed a lot of games with injuries.

CT: And also to start that young.

TD: I didn’t play my overage year in junior so I got to play pro (at 20). So that was kind of cool.

It was a hard transition, but once I got confident playing in that league, it was good.

CT: I mean, seven years pro, I don’t want to call you an old man, because you’re not, but …

TD: We have an ongoing joke in the locker room where Vlady (21-year-old goalkeeper Dan Vladar) calls me an old man.

CT: Comparatively. But then what does he call Lannon?

TD: Yeah, we don’t talk about that.

CT: How will your playoff beard be?

TD: You’re looking at it. This is about it. And it’s been growing for a couple of weeks.

CT: Who entertains you the most on this team?

TD: I’m probably going to have to go with Vladar. He’s foreign and he says funny things. He’s so big and lanky.

CT: So some of the entertainment is deliberate and some is accidental?

TD: Oh, yeah. For sure. He’s probably the biggest goof though.

CT: Is there a shootout move you wish you had?

Lindsay Sparks: (from around the corner) He’s never going in a shootout!

TD: (smiling and shaking his head) Exactly. I have never gone in the shootout. But Lindsay Sparks’ move is pretty good.

CT: What vacation would you take if cost was no object?

TD: There are three spots I’ve always wanted to go: Tahiti or Bora Bora, Abu Dhabi and Egypt.

Those three are on the bucket list.

CT: How do you fare at cards on the bus?

TD: I’m the best. I’m the shark.

I have a pretty good record.

CT: Do you challenge Hoops (equipment manager and assistant director of hockey ops Patrick Houlihan) at ping-pong?

TD: No. I’ve heard he’s the best so I kind of steer clear.

CT: What golf courses would you like to play and with who?

TD: I’d love to play Pebble Beach. I’ve been there a few times, but I’ve never had the opportunity to play it. And I’d probably play with my brothers. We have a foursome.

CT: Sunny day, music up loud, what are you picking?

TD: Drake. Drake all day every day.

CT: Have you binge-watched anything lately?

TD: Recently, I’ve been rewatching “Entourage.”

CT: What’s the movie you quote most often?

TD: Jeez. There’s a lot in the locker room. Probably “Superbad.”

Gordon State sophomore.

Tucker, who transferred to Gordon State after a season at Wofford, averaged 19.5 points and 5.3 rebounds. He made 43.2 percent of his 3-pointers.

SOFTBALL Webb off to sizzling start Mill Creek grad Wynter Webb has fared well since joining Kentucky State’s softball program.

The freshman is hitting .414 (12-for-29) with a home run, three doubles, two triples and eight RBIs with the softball program.

She missed the first part of softball season because she also plays for Kentucky State’s basketball team.

In basketball, Webb made 24 starts as a freshman, averaging 5.9 points and 2.5 rebounds.

Gwinnett Grads is a column that runs on Fridays spotlighting achievements of past Gwinnett standouts.

Coaches and parents are urged to send suggestions via email to will.hammock@ gwinnettdailypost.com.

IN BRIEF

North’s Fowler commits to South Carolina

North Gwinnett senior Lyndsey Fowler committed this week to the University of South Carolina, where she will continue her cross country and track career.

Fowler was a firstteam all-county selection by the Daily Post in cross country last fall after placing 25th at the state championships. As a junior, she was secondteam all-county in both cross country and track and field.

Fowler won the Gwinnett title in the 800-meter run and was runner-up in the 1,600 at this season’s county track meet. She also was on the Bulldogs’ first-place 3,200 relay team.

Buford duo accepts college wrestling offers Buford seniors Tristan Bozoian and Cooper Roberts have accepted offers from college wrestling programs.

Bozoian, coming off an unbeaten, state title season, plans to sign with Reinhardt. He was the Daily Post’s wrestler of the year as a senior.

Roberts, a state runner-up and second-team all-county selection, has committed to Cumberland University (Tenn.).

South’s Bell to play softball for Benedict Coll.

South Gwinnett senior Shay Bell signed Wednesday with the Benedict College (S.C.) softball program.

Bell, who also pitched for the Comets, hit .457 as a senior, earning honorable mention all-county acclaim from the Gwinnett Diamond Club. She also was a first-team All-Region 8-AAAAAAA selection.

— From staff reports

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obituaries Snellville

Charles William Anderson, Jr. Charles William Anderson, Jr. 81, of Snellville, GA died on Tuesday the 10th of April, 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Kathryn Anderson. Surviving are his wife, Beverly Anderson; daughter and son-in-law, Deborah and Bob Ewing of Avondale Estates; sons and daughter-in-law, Charles Anderson and Michael and Pamela Anderson of Snellville; sister, Mary Anderson of Hoschton; brother and sister-in-law, Roy and Jonny Anderson of Loganville; 7 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and 11 nieces and nephews. Born in Moultrie, GA, C.W. was a graduate of Moultrie Senior High School, Class of 55 and attended Southern Poly Technical. Kindly known as the “Gentle Giant” CW worked with Army Corps of Engineers for a time, was a long-haul trucker and manager of Southeastern Automotive Warehouse for most of his working years. Fishing, farming, muscle cars, and high school football were some of his favorite pastimes. The crunch of pan fried bream (extra crispy), the taste of fresh greens and tomatoes, and the truckers’ camaraderie on the road brought a wide grin to this mountain of a man. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 13, 2018 at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Snellville, at 1:00 pm. The family will receive friends on Friday at 12:00 pm at the church. Those desiring may make donations to the Foundation Fighting Blindness www.blindness. org. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www. wagesfuneralhome.com.

Tom M. Wages Funeral Service, LLC, A Family Company, 3705 Highway 78 West, Snellville, GA 30039 (770-9793200) has been entrusted with the arrangements.

ATLANTA

Michael C. Bernard Michael C. Bernard, age 89 of Atlanta, GA, passed away on Monday, April 9, 2018. Tom M. Wages Snellville Chapel.

Duluth

Kimberly Michelle Biggs (Leahy) of Duluth, GA passed away April 8, 2018.

Crowell Brothers Funeral Homes & Crematory.

Flowery Branch, GA

Pierce “Elvie” Dacus Pierce “Elvie” Dacus, age 70, of Flowery Branch passed away on Tuesday, April 10, 2018.

Statham, GA

Ovis Dutton (Moore) age 82, passed away on Tuesday, April 10, 2018.

Arrangements by: Tim Stewart Funeral Home, Lawrenceville.

Lawrenceville, GA

Hazel Ethridge (Butler) Hazel Butler Ethridge,

loving wife, mother and grandmother went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, April 10, 2018. She was born on April 3, 1932 in Barrow County but spent most of her life in Gwinnett County.

Hazel graduated from Dacula High School in 1949 where she played basketball and won the Atlanta Journal’s Top Girls’ Athlete Trophy her senior year. Her point total while on the basketball team was 1300.

In 1951, she married James T. Ethridge, and they had one daughter in 1956. Hazel and J.T. enjoyed many camping and fishing trips with family and friends over the years.

She was a wonderful cook and was always baking items to bring to friends and those in need. Walking was one of her favorite pastimes, and she continued to walk at Sunrise Assisted Living, counting the laps she made along the hallways. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Lawrenceville since 1957.

Hazel worked in the accounting field beginning at the Hoover Company for 10 years, at Vantress Farms, Inc. for 20 years and then Southeast Culvert for a number of years.

After her days of full-time employment, she worked part-time at Williams’ Dress Shop for 10 years and Sheila’s Consignment shop for 12 years, both in Lawrenceville. Hazel also served as the Sunday School Secretary at First Baptist Church of Lawrenceville from 1973 until 2013. She also served as a volunteer at Gwinnett Medical Center for 12 years.

Hazel is preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, James T. Ethridge; mother, Annie Lou McClung Butler; father, W.O. Butler; step-mother, Willie Butler; mother-inlaw, Nellie Ethridge; both grandparents; a special aunt and uncle, Mollie Butler and Johnnie Butler; brothers and sisters, Evelyn B. King, Vernon Butler, Lola B. Danforth, William “Bill” Butler, Barbara B. Martin, Geraldine B. Everett, John Perry Butler, Garvin Butler, Wanda B. Paden; brothers-in-law, Thomas King and Marcus Martin; and sister-in-law, Juanita Butler Hazel is survived by her loving daughter and son-in-law, Cindy and Bill Thompson; her wonderful grandsons, Bryan Thompson and Ben Thompson (Samantha Reff); and her grand-dog, Molly. She is also survived by her sisters, Joy and Raburn Peevy, Connie and Rev. Trenton Swanson, Shirley and Billy Paden; brother, Ronnie and Carol Butler; sisters-in-law, Carolyn Butler Tallent, Carlene Butler and Bessie Ethridge Kirby; brothers-in-law, George Danforth and Rev. L.T. Everett; and many nieces and nephews.

A funeral service to honor Hazel’s life will be held on Sunday, April 15, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. in the chapel of Wages & Sons Gwinnett location with Dr. Lamar Holley and Rev. Inman Houston officiating. Interment will follow the service at Gwinnett Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, April 15, 2018 beginning at 12:00 and continuing until the time of the service.

The family would like to thank MeSun Hospice and Sunrise Assisted Living for assisting with her care since November.

Lawrenceville, GA

Dr. Andrea Garmon (Mees) Garmon - Dr. Andrea “Bunny” Garmon, age 68 of Lawrenceville passed away on Monday, April 9, 2018. Memorial services will be held at 11 AM on Friday, April 13, 2018 at Lawrenceville First United Methodist Church. Rev. Dr. Royeese Stowe will officiate. The family will receive guests after the service at the church. Dr. Garmon is preceded in death by her parents, Gen. Donald Erich & Rosemary Mees. She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Norris Garmon, Lawrenceville; daughter & son-in-law, Suzanne & CSM Buddy Grisham, Dahlonega; son & daughter-in-law, Bill & Cathy Garmon, Duluth; daughter & her fiancee, Misty Chapman & Steven Maddox, Gainesville; brothers & sisters-in-law, Dr. Donald E. (Rick) & Jan Mees, Dunwoody; Philip & Theresa Mees, Dawsonville; Curtis “Corky” Mees & Sue Green, Lawrenceville; sister & brotherin-law, Donna & Ken DeMarcus, Lawrenceville; grandchildren, Ashley, Ragan, & Gavin Grisham; Gage Garmon; Devin Mahan; Clementine & Conor Chapman; & numerous family & friends. She was a 1967 graduate of Duluth High School. She graduated from Georgia College in 1971 with a Bachelor’s degree in Home Economics, after their marriage in 1970. Later she graduated from the Medical College of Georgia in 1989 with a Doctorate of Medicine in Dentistry. She passionately loved her profession as it gave her an opportunity to serve those in need. She loved to spend time with her family, especially the grandchildren. She was a life-long member of the Lawrenceville First United Methodist Church, where she was a Sunday School teacher for the Bridges Class, the Sunshine Secretary for the Wesley Class, and a member of the Sarah Circle. Always looking for ways to help those in need, she was an untiring servant. She made candy that everyone loved and loved to play cards in whatever remaining time she could find. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to, Lawrenceville First United Methodist Church Building Fund: 395 W. Crogan St. Lawrenceville, GA 30045.

Arrangements by: Tim Stewart Funeral Home: 300 Simonton Rd. SW Lawrenceville, GA 30046.

770-962-3100. Please leave online condolences at www.stewartfh.com.

Norcross

Willie Mae Greenway Willie Mae Johnson Greenway, age 88, of Norcross, GA passed away on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 after a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ruby Kathleen Davis Johnson and Ellis Johnson, one sister, Kathleen Johnson Pugh Burel, and four brothers, Ellis Ray Johnson, Dean Edward Johnson, James Howard Johnson and Jerry Milton Johnson. Mrs. Greenway is survived by her beloved husband of 72 years, Lee Roy Greenway, Norcross, GA, son and daughter-inlaw, Donald Lee Greenway and Janice White Greenway, Loganville, GA, daughter and son-

in-law, Jo Ann Greenway Sharp and Michael Leroy Sharp, Yatesville, GA and daughter, Debra Greenway Swann, Peachtree Corners, GA. Mrs. Greenway was a devoted wife, homemaker, mother, and a loving grandmother to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mrs. Greenway is survived by her eight grandchildren, Daryl Lee Greenway, Jonathan Baxter Greenway, Keith Michael Sharp, Vanessa Michelle Sharp Gilbert, Anthony James Sharp, Susan Lindsay Swann Crews, Laura Allison Swann, and Sara Elisabeth Swann Hric and seven great grandchildren, Alaura Adams, Nate Gilbert, Brandon Chaffin, Ryan Crews, Anna Kunkle, Ashton Hric and Avery Hric. Mrs. Greenway was born May 31, 1929 in Buford, GA. She was an avid gardener and loved to share her flowers and vegetables with everyone. She was a member of Mount Tabor Baptist Church, Duluth, GA. Visitation is from 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm on Friday, April 13, 2018, with the funeral services immediately following at 2:00 pm in the Peachtree Chapel of Crowell Brothers Funeral Homes & Crematory with the Reverend Gerald Tanton officiating.

Interment will be at White Chapel Memorial Gardens in Duluth, GA. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in memory of Willie Mae Johnson Greenway.

On-line condolences may be made at www.crowellbrothers.com. Arrangements by Crowell Brothers Funeral Homes & Crematory, 5051 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, Peachtree Corners, GA 30092. 770-448-5757.

Thomaston, GA

Mr. Jere Patrick Greer Mr. Jere Patrick Greer, 82, of Thomaston, died Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at Upson Regional Medical Center.

Funeral services for Mr. Greer will be held on Friday, April 13th, 2018 at 2:00 PM at the First Baptist Church with Rev. Bill Barber officiating. Burial will follow in Glenwood Cemetery. The family of Mr. Greer will receive friends in the Church Fellowship Hall on Friday from 1:00 PM until the funeral hour.

Mr. Greer was born in Buford, GA on October 28, 1935, a son of the late Walter Clifford and Dorthea Brooks Buice Greer. He attended North Georgia College, then Mercer University where he played on the baseball team and earned his Bachelor’s Degree. At Mercer he was a member of the Phi Delta Theta fraternity.

Mr. Greer founded the Jere Greer Store for Men in 1972 and operated the business until his retirement in 2005.

Mr. Greer was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church in Thomaston and served in various roles in the life of the church. He was the church treasurer for many years, served on the Board of Deacons including a term as vice chairman, also as Sunday School Superintendent, and Sunday School teacher.

He was a Mason and was a member of the Kiwanis Club. He will be remembered as a man who loved his family and his church.

Mr. Greer is survived by

Friday, April 13, 2018 • 5B his wife, Julia E. Greer; two children, Powell (Chris) Hosey and Patrick (Lara) Greer, both of Thomaston; a sister, Anne Mitchell of Buford; and four grandchildren, Mary Beth Hosey, Julianne Hosey, Tripp Greer and Elliott Greer, all of Thomaston. He is also survived by a nephew, Jeremy Mitchell; and two nieces, Brooks Anne Vadner and Greer Christensen.

He was preceded in death by an infant older brother, Walter Donald Greer; a sister, Sandra Greer Christensen; and a nephew, Henrik Lee Christensen.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church, 208 South Church St., Thomaston, GA 30286.

Fletcher-Day Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences and remembrances may be shared at www.fletcherdayfuneralhome.com Arrangements by Fletcher-Day Funeral Home Commerce, GA

Letha Griffeth (Givens) age 80, passed away on April 6, 2018. Arrangements by: Tim Stewart Funeral Home, Lawrenceville.

Lawrenceville

Ronald Nelson “Ron” King Ronald “Ron” Nelson King, age 68, of Lawrenceville, GA passed away 4/6/18. Tom M. Wages Snellville Chapel.

Lawrenceville, GA

M. T. “Jim” Lee Lee - M. T. “Jim” Lee, age 93 of Lawrenceville passed away on Wednesday, April 11, 2018.

Funeral services will be held at 2 PM on Saturday, April 14, 2018 in the Lawrenceville Chapel of Tim Stewart Funeral Home. Rev. Don Horton will officiate. Interment will follow at Luxomni Baptist Church Cemetery.

Mr. Lee was a Deacon for many years at Luxomni Baptist Church and retired from General Motors in the parts division after 36 1/2 years of dedicated service. He is preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Roberta Lee & parents, Mack Thomas Lee & Eva Estell Lee. He is survived by, daughters & sonsin-law, Sandra & Doyle Kenerly, Dahlonega; Sharon & Rick Davis, Duluth; brother & sisterin-law, Gene & Linda Lee, Roswell; sister, Hazel Lee, Lawrenceville; grandchildren, Leigh Ann & Kevin Kotkiewicz, Buford; Seth & Chasidy Kenerly, St. Augustine, FL; Amanda & Mike Neighbors, Duluth; great grandchildren, Brady Kotkiewicz; Cade Kotkiewicz; Hannah Kenerly; Mattie Kenerly; Cole Dodson; Piper Neighbors; step-grandchild, Rylee Neighbors; numerous family & friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Luxomni Baptist Church Cemetery Fund: 175 Luxomni Road NW Lilburn, GA 30047. The family will receive friends from 4-8 PM on Friday April 13, 2018 at Tim Stewart Funeral Home: 300 Simonton Rd. SW Lawrenceville, GA 30046.

770-962-3100. Please leave online condolences at www.stewartfh.com.

at his home on April 12, 2018.

He was born on July 31, 1954, in Port Washington, WI, the son of August Frederick “Dutch” and Irene Nuedling. He is survived by his siblings, Jean (Ken Klopp), Kim (Pat Tilka), and Richard (Maria Nuedling).

He graduated from Port Washington High School and attended University of Wisconsin White Water on a cross-country running scholarship. There he majored in hospitality management. He went on to follow in his father’s footsteps as a painter with his business partner and buddy, Dan VanNus. He and his wife, Maria, wed in 1979 and were married for 38 years. He is survived by Maria as well as their two children, Sean August (Mckenzie) and Erin (Michael) Huegerich. Jay was blessed with, and thoroughly enjoyed, his 6 grandchildren: Knox (5); Wake August (4); Mila (4); Pike (4); James (1); and Emmi Jaye (1).

Some call him Jay, some “Jay Bird”, some “Jay Jay”, some may even call him “Smelt”..... but if you met him even once you would call him a friend.

The term “he’d do anything for anybody” gets thrown around a lot but this phrase truly embodies Jay’s character. A relentlessly hard worker, wise spirit, and life of the party.... Jay certainly left his mark on those who had the pleasure of knowing him. We all looked up to him and we are honored to be in the wake of his legacy.

He loved the Packers, running, tennis, cards, “Yahtzee Baby!”... and will shamelessly take anybody’s money in poker.

To say he will be missed is an understatement. To say he was loved can only be understood by knowing the unconditional love he gave. “...And the greatest of these is love” 1 Corinthians 13:13 Friends and family are welcome to come for visitation at Flanigan Funeral Home on Saturday, April 14th 2018 from 11 am-1 pm. To express condolences, please sign our online guest book at www. flaniganfuneralhome.com

Dacula

Anthony Joseph Picciolo Age 83, passed away April 10, 2018. Wages & Sons Gwinnett Chapel.

Jefferson, GA

Mr. Herman Reynolds Mr. Herman Reynolds, age 87, Jefferson, Georgia.

Evans Funeral Home, Inc., Jefferson, Georgia.

Bogart

Judge Sherri Smith (Thurmond) Judge Sherri Thurmond Smith, age 50 of Bogart, Georgia. Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson, Georgia.

Lilburn, GA

Terry Lee Streetman age 43 passed away on Friday, April 6, 2018, Arrangements by Byrd & Flanigan Funeral Service Lawrenceville GA Grayson

Shirley Ann Tuck Buford, GA

Shirley Ann Tuck, age 82 of Grayson, GA, passed away on Tuesday, April 10, 2018. Tom M. Wages Snellville Chapel.

Grayson, GA

Christiana Wilcox (Crosby) Jay August Nuedling Jay August Nuedling, age 63, of Buford, GA passed away peacefully a

age 55 of Grayson, GA passed away April 11, 2018. Arrangements

by Tim Stewart Funeral Home, Snellville.

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FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2018 • B7 GWINNETT DAILY POST ADVERTISING DEADLINES LINERS: Pub. Date: Wednesday Deadline: Monday 3 pm Friday Thursday 3 pm Sunday Friday 11:30 am DISPLAY AD: Pub. Date: Wednesday Deadline: Friday 3 pm Friday Tuesday 3 pm Sunday Wednesday 3 pm

FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2018 CONSTRUCTION/ SERVICE BIDS CONSTRUCTION/ SERVICE BIDS F-1065-01 SR 120/DULUTH HIGHWAY INVITATION TO BID F-1065-01 SR 120/ DULUTH HIGHWAY FROM BUFORD HIGHWAY TO CLAIBORNE DRIVE PROJECT BID NO. CP 18-002 DULUTH, GEORGIA Sealed bids will be received by the City of Duluth, Georgia, in the Office of the City Clerk, 3167 Main Street, Duluth, GA 30096 until 3:55 p.m. local time, Wednesday, May 16, 2018 for: F-1065-01 SR 120/Duluth Highway (From Buford Highway to Claiborne Drive) This pedestrian improvement project consists of clearing & grubbing, storm drain installation, curb & gutter, sidewalk, striping & traffic signal adjustments.

Estimated project quantities include: • Earthwork Approx. 3,100 CY • Curb & Gutter 4,320 LF • Concrete Flat Work 2,665 SY • Asphalt 34 TN • Concrete Structures 92 CY • Storm Drain Pipe 1,977 LF Bids received after the stated time will not be accepted.

At 4:00 p.m. local time on the above date, the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bid opening will take place on the second floor of City Hall, 3167 Main Street, Duluth, GA 30096, in the Executive Conference Room.

One complete original hard copy and one complete digital copy shall be submitted and shall include: 1. Completed Bid Form 2. Bid Bond, Certified Check or Cashier’s Check 3. Corporate Certificate 4. Oath of Successful Bidder 5. Occupational T ax Certificate 6. Contractor Affidavit and Agreement (E-verify) 7. Public Benefit Application Affidavit 8. Drug Free W orkplace Certification 9. W-9 Form 10. References 11. List of Subcontractors 12. Schedule of Items F-1065-01 SR 120/DULUTH HIGHWAY INVITATION TO BID Bidding Documents are available for viewing at the Duluth City Hall, Planning and Zoning Office, 2nd Floor, 3167 Main Street, Duluth, GA 30096. A complete set of plans and documents may be purchased for $100 (full size) or $50 (half size) per set (non-refundable) from: Pond and Company ATTN: Mr. Julian Lizarazo-Segura 3500 Parkway Lane, Suite 500 Peachtree Corners, GA 30092 Phone 678/336-7740 The City of Duluth does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to its programs or activities. Any requests for reasonable accommodations required by individuals to fully participate in any open meeting, program or activity of the City should be directed to Teresa Lynn, City Clerk, City of Duluth, 770476-3434.

All suppliers must submit with bid, a bid bond, certified check or cashier’s check in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total bid. Failure to submit a bid bond with the proper rating will result in the bid being deemed non-responsive. Successful supplier will be required to meet insurance requirements, submit a one hundred percent (100%) performance bond and a one hundred percent (100%) payment bond.

Insurance and Bonding Company must be licensed to do business by the Georgia Secretary of State, authorized to do business in Georgia

by The Georgia Insurance Department, listed in the Department of Treasury’s Publication of Companies holding Certificates of Authority as Acceptable Surety on Federal Bonds and as acceptable reinsuring companies. The bid bond, payment bond, and performance bond must have an A.M. Best rating of A-5 or higher.

Individuals, firms and businesses seeking an award of a City of Duluth contract may not initiate or continue any verbal or written communications regarding a solicitation with any City officer, elected official, employee or other City representative without permission of the City Clerk named in the solicitation between the date of the issuance of the solicitation and the date of the final contract award by the Duluth City Council. Violations will be reviewed by the City Clerk.

If determined that such communication has compromised the competitive process, the offer submitted by the individual, firm or business may be disqualified from consideration for award.

Questions regarding Bidding Documents, Drawings and Specifications should be directed to Margie Pozin, PE, City Engineer, at mpozin@ duluthga.net no later than Tuesday, May 8, 2018. No phone calls, please.

The written bid documents supersede any verbal or written prior communications between the parties.

Award will be made to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. The City of Duluth reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive technicalities, and to make an award as deemed in its best interest. Where the City provides forms for bid schedule and bond submissions, these forms must be used without exception. Any deducts to the bid must be itemized by the line item number in the bid schedule or the City will apply the deduct as it deems appropriate.

Award notification will be posted after award on the City’s website, www.duluthga.net and the Georgia State Procurement Registry at https://ssl.doas.state. ga.us/PRSapp/.

Bids in the case of Corporations not chartered in G i be accompan

Georgia, must be accompanied by proper certification stating that said Corporation is authorized to do business in the State of Georgia.

No Bidder may withdraw his Bid within sixty (60) days after the actual date of the opening thereof.

902-543470, 4/13,27

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE NOTICE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE REQUEST An application for an alcohol beverage permit to serve beer, wine and distilled spirits has been filed with the City of Norcross Georgia by the following party at the following location, to wit: Application / owner LOUIS CHUKWURAH Registered agent SILVERLYN CHUKWURAH Location: KINGSWAY RESTAURANT & BAR INC. 5955 JIMMY CARTER BLVD. # 180 NORCROSS, GA 30071 9 0 4 - 5 3 9 8 5 0 , 3/23,28,30,4/4,6,11,13,18, 20,25 CITY OF PEACHTREE CORNERS PUBLIC NOTICE APH 2018-04-065 City of PLACE: Peachtree Corners City Hall 310 Technology Pkwy DATE & TIME: April 24th, 2018 7:00 P.M. PURPOSE: Alcoholic Beverage License Application Consumption on Premises Beer, Wine, Distilled Spirits, and Sunday Sales APPLICANT: Los 2 Mexicanos Restaurant, LLC 4015 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Ste 200 Peachtree Corners, GA 30092 904-543486, 4/13,20

JUVENILE COURT IN THE JUVENILE COURT OF GWINNETT COUNTY STATE OF GEORGIA In the Interest of: D.O. a/k/a, D.P., Docket No: 17-04398-3 Minor Child Petitioner: The GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES, acting by and through the Gwinnett County Department of Family and Children’s Services NOTICE OF SUMMONS TO: JAMIE PURVIS, NATURAL MOTHER & DAVID OLVER, FATHER OF THE ABOVE NAMED CHILD(REN) AND ANY UNKNOWN, UNNAMED PUTATIVE, BIOLOGICAL AND/OR LEGAL FATHER(S) OF SAID CHILD. You are hereby notified that a TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS PETITION regarding the above-named child(ren) has been filed in the court by the abovenamed Petitioner.

NOTICE OF EFFECT OF TERMINATION JUDGMENT PURSUANT TO O.C.G.A. §15-11-284 GEORGIA STATE LAW Georgia law provides that you can permanently lose your rights as a parent. A petition to terminate parental rights has been filed requesting the court to terminate your parental rights to your child. A copy of this petition can be obtained at Gwinnett County Juvenile Court, 115 Stone Mountain Street, Lawrenceville, GA 30046.

A court hearing of your case has been scheduled for the 22nd day of May, 2018 at 9:00 am, at the Juvenile Court of Gwinnett County, located at 115 Stone Mountain Street, Lawrenceville, GA 30046. If you fail to appear, the court can terminate your rights in your absence.

If the court at the trial finds that the facts set out in the petition to terminate parental rights are true and that termination of your rights will serve the best interests of your child, the court can enter a judgment ending your rights to your child.

If the judgment terminates your parental rights, you will no longer have any rights to your child. This means that you will not have the right to visit, contact, or have custody of your child or make any decisions affecting your child or your child’s earnings or property. Your child will be legally freed to be adopted by someone else.

Even if your parental rights are terminated: (1) You will still be responsible for providing financial support (child support payments) for your child’s care unless and until your child is/ are adopted; and (2) Your child can still inherit from you unless and until your child is/are adopted.

This is a very serious matter. You should contact an attorney immediately so that you can be prepared for the court hearing. You have the right to hire an attorney and to have him or her represent you. If you cannot afford to hire an attorney, the court will appoint an attorney if the court finds that you are an indigent person. Whether or not you decide to hire an attorney, you have the right to attend the hearing of your case, to call witnesses on your behalf, and to question those witnesses brought against you.

Pursuant to O.C.G.A. §1511-283, you may lose all rights to the child named in the petition brought pursuant to this article and will not be entitled to object to the termination of his rights to such child unless, pursuant to O.C.G.A. §19-7-22 and within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice, you file; (1) A petition to legitimate such child; and (2) Notice of the filing of the petition to legitimate with the court in which the termination of parental rights proceeding is pending.

A court may enter an order terminating all parental rights of a biological father, including any right to object thereafter to such proceedings: (1) Who fails to file a timely petition to legitimate the child named in a petition brought pursuant to this article and notice in accordance with subsection (c) of this Code section;

JUVENILE COURT (2) Whose petition to legitimate is subsequently dismissed for failure to prosecute; or (3) Whose petition to legitimate does not result in a court order finding that he is the legal father of the child named in a petition brought pursuant to this article.

If you have any questions concerning this notice, you may call the telephone number of the clerk’s office which is (770) 619-6300.

WITNESS the Honorable Judge Robert Waller, Presiding Judge of said Court.

This 20TH day of MARCH, 2018.

Sheila Williams, Clerk of Court Gwinnett County Juvenile Court 9 1 3 - 5 3 9 3 3 4 , 3/23,30,4/6,13

PROBATE COURT MISCELLANEOUS IN THE PROBATE COURT OF GWINNETT COUNTY STATE OF GEORGIA ESTATE NO. 18-E-000008 IN RE: ESTATE OF BENNITT JOSEPH PENDAS, JR., DECEASED PETITION BY PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR WAIVER OF BOND AND/OR GRANT OF CERTAIN POWERS NOTICE LEIGH LABORDE PENDAS has/have petitioned for waiver of bond and/or for the grant of certain powers contained in O.C.G.A. § 53-12-261 in regard to the above estate. All interested parties are hereby notified to show cause why said Petition should not be granted. All objections to the Petition must be in writing, setting forth the grounds of any such objections, and must be filed with the Court on or before APRIL 30, 2018.

BE NOTIFIED FURTHER: All objections to the Petition must be in writing, setting forth the grounds of any such objections. All objections should be sworn to before a notary public or before a Probate Court Clerk, and filing fees must be tendered with your objections, unless you qualify to file as an indigent party. Contact Probate Court personnel for the required amount of filing fees.

If any objections are filed, a hearing will be scheduled at a later date. If no objections are filed, the Petition may be granted without a hearing.

CHRISTOPHER A. BALLAR Judge of the Probate Court By: KIMBERLY A. SEO Clerk of the Probate Court 75 LANGLEY DRIVE LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30046 Address (770)822-8350 Telephone Number PUB DATES: 4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25 923-541510, 4/4,11,18,25

PUBLIC HEARINGS NOTICE NOTICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE OCGA 40-11-2 THE SHOP, WILL HOLD AN AUCTION FOR THE FOLLOWING VEHICLE(S): 2000 Land Rover -Range Rover VIN SALPF1543YA429503 WILL BE AUCTIONED ON APRIL 21, 2018 AT 10 AM. AT 727 WEST PEACHTREE ST NORCROSS, GA 30071 928-541369, 4/6,13

NOTICE OF ABANDONED VEHICLE The following motor vehicle, advertised pursuant to O.C.G.A. Code Section 40-11-2, is being stored at: (Address) 5580 NEW PEACHTREE RD. CHAMBLEE GA 30341 1996 FREIGHTLINER FLD120 VIN# 1FV7D0Y90TP785464 This vehicle is deemed abandoned and will be disposed of if not claimed by the legal owner or lienholder by (Date) 04-12-2018.

928-543359, 4/13,20 NOTICE OF ABANDONED VEHICLE The following motor vehicle, advertised pursuant to O.C.G.A. Code Section 40-11-2, is being stored at: (Address) 4155 ARCADIA INDUSTRIAL CIR, LILBURN, GA 30047 1999 MERCEDES BENZ ML 320 VIN# 4JGAB54E9XA142946 This vehicle is deemed abandoned and will be disposed of if not claimed by the legal owner or lienholder by (Date) 04-12-2018.

928-543360, 4/13,20 NOTICE OF ABANDONED VEHICLE 2012 BMW x6; VIN: 5UXFG8C55CLZ97123 The above automobile(s) was initially removed and presently stored at Michael Phan’s Auto Repair 6020 Buford Hwy, Norcross, Ga Ga 30071. Attempt to locate the owner(s) of this vehicle(s) have been unsuccessful. The vehicle(s) is deemed abandoned under O.C.G.A.40-11-2 and will be disposed of if not redeemed within 10days of this notice.

This notice is given pursuant to Georgia law 928-541725, 4/6,13

PUBLIC SALES/ AUCTIONS NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE THERE WILL BE SOLD AT PUBLIC OUT CRY AT 2779 CRUSE RD. STE. A LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30044 ON 3-15-2018 AT 9:00 A.M. THE FOLLOWING VEHICLE, DECLARED ABANDONED AND FORECLOSED VEHICLES PURSUANT TO OCGA SECTION 40-11-5 AS FOLLOWS: YEAR MAKE MODEL V.I.N. # 2008 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER JTEDS41A582042864 929-542102, 4/6,13

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE THERE WILL BE SOLD AT PUBLIC OUT CRY AT 2530 GRATIS RD NW MONROE, GA 30656 ON 3-23-2018 AT 11:00 A.M. THE FOLLOWING VEHICLE, DECLARED ABANDONED AND FORECLOSED VEHICLES PURSUANT TO OCGA SECTION 40-11-5 AS FOLLOWS: MAKE YEAR V.I.N. # MODEL

Accord 1HGCD5662RA116173 13 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis 2MEFM74W3XX686549 14 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 1J4HS48N25C529518 15 2000 Honda Accord 1HGCG2259YA023006 16 2000 Saturn SL1 1G8ZH5288YZ155977 17 2001 Kia Sportage KNDJB723415049303 18 1997 Honda Civic JHMEJ6623VS031221 19 2004 Nissan Sentra 3N1CB51D44L857925 20 2008 BMW 528xi WBANV13558CZ53475 21 2002 Ford Focus 1FAFP33P72W285057 22 2006 Nissan Altima 1N4AL11D16N360222 23 2009 Nissan Versa 3N1BC13E69L350880 24 2005 Infiniti G35 JNKCV51E45M209567 25 1994 Acura Integra JH4DB8584RS000429 26 2001 Ford Focus 1FAFP38331W379067 27 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt 1G1AD5F50A7192319 28 1997 Land Rover Discovery SALJY1242VA716346 29 2000 Dodge Neon 1B3ES46C7YD679540 30 2015 Infiniti Q50 JN1BV7AR9FM410302 31 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt 1G1AK15F777313834 32 2006 Nissan Altima 1N4AL11D66C234370 33 1995 Ford Ranger 1FTCR10A1SUA10646 34 1991 Chevrolet S-10 1GCCS14R2M8292151 35 2001 Honda Civic 1HGES26781L060383 36 2004 Dodge Neon 1B3ES56C34D625717 37 2003 Saturn L200 1G8JU54F33Y545971 38 1993 Lexus LS 400 JT8UF11E0P0184106 39 1993 Plymouth Voyager 2P4GH4538PR299301 40 2003 Ford Focus 1FAHP34383W200992 41 2008 Infiniti G37 JNKCV64EX8M127459 42 2014 Toyota Corolla 2T1BURHE8EC206536 43 1999 GMC Safari 1GKDM19W7XB525496 44 2006 Chevrolet HHR 3GNDA23P56S619480 45 2000 Daewoo Nubira KLAJC52Z3YK424753 46 1998 Toyota Camry JT2BG22K5W0229659 47 2005 Buick LaCrosse 2G4WD532351321045 48 1996 Nissan Maxima JN1CA21D5TT133074 49 1999 Honda Accord 1HGCG1652XA027160 50 2012 Toyota Corolla 2T1BU4EE3CC774729 51 2005 Nissan Sentra 3N1CB51D65L482069 52 2012 Chevrolet Malibu 1G1ZD5E04CF261319 53 2001

Ford Expedition 1FMPU18L21LA62275 54 2000 BMW 528I WBADM6347YGU20121 55 2009 Ford Econoline 1FTNS24W09DA83378 56 1995 Nissan Quest 4N2DN11W7SD858716 57 1992 Lexus ES300 JT8VK13T4N0042561 69 2006 G6 Pontiac 1G2ZF55B664235182 70.

2001 Tahoe Chevrolet 1GNEC13T51R147332 929-540161,

2010 HONDA CIVIC/ 2HGFA1F6XAH562186 929-542106, 4/6,13 PUBLIC SALE There will be sold at public outcry for cash at Eagle Towing, located at 115 Arcado Rd. , Lilburn , GA , 30047 , 770-279-1646. Wednesday April 18th , 2018 @ 10:00 am. The following vehicles, declared abandoned and foreclosed vehicles pursuant to OCGA Section 40-11-5 as follows: 2006 Infinity M45 VIN: JNKBY01E66M208279 Tag: BEB 8480 GA 2010 Honda Accord VIN: 1HGCP2F85AA156386 NO TAG 2001 Pontiac Grand Am VIN: 1G2NF52E61M552451 NO TAG 929-543200, 4/11,18 NOTICE There will be sold at public outcry for cash at Eagle Towing, located at 115 Arcado Rd. , Lilburn , GA , 30047 , 770-279-1646. Wednesday April 11th , 2016 @ 10:00 am. The following vehicles, declared abandoned and foreclosed vehicles pursuant to OCGA Section 40-11-5 as follows: 2006 Infinity M45 VIN: JNKBY01E66M208279 Tag: BEB 8480 GA 2010 Honda Accord VIN: 1HGCP2F85AA156386 NO TAG 929-542196, 4/13,18 PUBLIC AUCTION– In accordance with the provision of Georgia State Law, there being due and unpaid charges for which the undersigned is entitled to satisfy an owner’s lien of the goods hereinafter described and stored at AAAA Self Storages located at 282 East Crogan St., Lawrenceville, GA, 30046. 470-2990795. And due notice having been given to the owners of said property and all parties known to claim an interest therein, and the time specified in such notice for payment of such having expired, the goods will be sold to the highest bidder or otherwise disposed of on Monday, April 23, 2018. The sale will be held at www.storageauctions.com at 12 PM for units at the Lawrenceville location on Monday, April 23, 2018.

Terms: Cash, Credit card, or certified funds at Sale.

12:00 PM 282 East Crogan St., Lawrenceville, GA 30046 Unit # 2004 – Household goods etc 929-542470, 4/6,13 NOTICE In accordance with the provisions of State law, there being due and unpaid charges for which the undersigned is entitled to satisfy an owner and/or manager lien of the goods hereinafter described and stored at the Life Storage location(s) listed below.

And, due notice having been given, to the owner of said property and all parties known to claim an interest therein, and the time specified in such notice for payment of such having expired, the goods will be sold at public auction at the below stated location(s) to the highest bidder or otherwise disposed of on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 @ 10:45 AM. 420 Grayson HWY Lawrenceville, GA 30046 Phone: (770)-6827717 Space No. C u s t o m e r Name Inventory 1242 Tessa Reyes Household Goods/Furniture 929-541576, 4/6,13 There will be sold at public outcry for cash at Willard Wrecker Service, 719 Shadburn Avenue, Buford, GA 30518, on Saturday, April 14, 2018 at 11:00 AM the following vehicles declared abandoned or foreclosed vehicles pursuant to O.C.G.A Section 40-11-05, as follows: # Year Make Model VIN 1 2000 Nissan Maxima JN1CA31D1YT528222 2 2009 Honda Accord JHMCP26879C014604 3 2009 Honda Civic 1HGFA16579L009775 4 2007 Volvo S60 YV1RS592872605668 5 2003 Ford Focus 3FAFP31393R193680 6 1996 Honda Civic 1HGEJ6126TL059824 7 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart JA3AJ86E52U071756 8 2007 Hyundai Sonata 5NPET46C67H247235 9 1992 Honda Civic JHMEH9592NS012221 10 2003 Chevrolet Malibu 1G1ND52J23M715963 11 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2G1WW12M8V9296552 12 1994 Honda

NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION “In accordance with the provisions of State law, there being due and unpaid charges for which the undersigned is entitled to satisfy an owner and/or manager’s lien of the goods hereinafter described and stored at the Life Storage location(s) listed below.

And, due notice having been given, to the owner of said property and all parties known to claim an interest therein, and the time specified in such notice for payment of such having expired, the goods will be sold at public auction at the below stated location(s) to the highest bidder or otherwise disposed of on Tuesday, April 24, 2018 @ 10:00 AM.” 2655 Langford Road Norcross, GA 30071 (770) 242-0468 Space No. C u s t o m e r Name Inventory 145 Dionisio Baptiste Houshold Goods/Furniture 178 Nerissa Adams Household Goods/Furniture TV/Stereo Equipment/Tools Appliances 234 Floyd Cowen TV/Stereo Equipment/Tools Appliances/Landscaping/ Construction Equip/Hand tools receprabls saws ,ec 252 Alfredo Ambrosini Household Goods/Furniture 277 John Spitler Tools/Appliances/Landscaping Construction Equip 351 Quameke Maxwell Household Goods/Furniture 929-541884, 4/6,13 LIFE STORAGE # 413 875 MARATHON PARKWAY LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30046 678-242-1441 Auction Date: Tuesday, April 24th 2018 @ 10:30 AM In accordance with the provisions of State law, there being due and unpaid charges for which the undersigned is entitled to satisfy an owner and/or manager’s lien of the goods hereinafter described and stored at the Life Storage location(s) listed below.

And, due notice having been given, to the owner of said property and all parties known to claim an interest therein, and the time specified in such notice for payment of such having expired, the goods will be sold at public auction at the below stated location(s) to the highest bidder or otherwise disposed of on Tuesday, April 24th 2018 @ 10:30 AM 875 Marathon Parkway Lawrenceville, GA 30046 678-242-1441 Space No. C u s t o m e r Name Inventory 3031 Christine Ceasar Household Goods/Furniture.

1033 Christine Ceasar Household Goods/Furniture; TV/Stereo Equip.; Office Furniture/Machines/Equip.; Account Records/ Sales Samples; Boxes, Sporting Goods, Appliances.

1036 Natasha Lowery Household Goods/Furniture.

1049 Rodrigo Caballero Household Goods/Furniture.

1066 Rodrigo Caballero Household Goods/Furniture.

1146 Richard Watkis Household Goods/Furniture; TV/Stereo Equip.; Tools/ Appliances; Office Furniture/ Machines/Equip.; Landscaping/ Construction Equip.

2076 Ashley Williams Household Goods/Furniture.

3016 Rachel Walker Household Goods/Furniture.

3048 Mark Francis Household Goods/Furniture.

4063 Katherine R Murphy Household Goods/Furniture; TV/Stereo Equip.

4105 Laroyce Nelson Boxes.

929-541887, 4/6,13 THESE VEHICLES WILL BE SOLD FOR PUBLIC OUTCRY FOR CASH AT STATEWIDE WRECKER SERVICE LOCATED AT 2775 SIMPSON CIRCLE, NORCROSS, GEORGIA AT 10:00 A.M. ON APRIL 21, 2018. THE FOLLOWING VEHICLES ARE DECLARED ABANDONED AND FORECLOSED VEHICLES PURSUANT TO OCGA 40-11-5.

ESTOS VEHICULOS SERAN VENDIDOS AL PUBLICO POR DINERO EN EFECTIVO EN STATEWIDE WRECKER SERVICE LOCALIZADO EN 2775 SIMPSON CIRCLE, NORCROSS, GEORGIA A LAS 10:00 A.M. EN 21 APRIL 2018 . LOS SIGUIENTES VEHICULOS AN SIDO DECLARADOS ABANDONADOS Y CERRADOS DE ACUERDO A OCGA 40-11-5 NUEVA LOCALIZACION 770-381-1140 www. swsatlanta.com 2009 Honda CBR600 JH2PC40039K200277 *** STOLEN/UNRECOVERED *** 2004 Kawasaki Z1000 JKAZXCC124A011911 2003 Yamaha Motor PW80 JYA3RV0373A033680 Hooper 20’ Flatbed Trailer NO VIN

PUBLIC SALES/ AUCTIONS Panterra Dirtbike 50cc NO VIN 2014 Zhejiang Jonway Denali YY50QT-22 L8YTCAPY6ES600136 2013 Chevrolet Cruze 1G1PK5SB8D7116430 2008 Ford Edge 2FMDK49C48BA14554 2010 Dodge Charger 2B3CA3CVXAH117196 2013 Chrysler 200 1C3CCBBGXDN719845 2009 Dodge Journey 3D4GG47BX9T227045 2002 Ford Focus 1FAFP38322W346255 2006 Nissan Murano JN8AZ08T56W425832 2006 Mercedes-Benz E500 WDBUF70J96A822878 2005 Audi A6 WAUDG74F75N093465 2009 Pontiac Vibe 5Y2SP67889Z420083 2000 Chrysler Voyager 2C4GJ253XYR706002 Ford F-150 NO VIN 2003 Ford Escape 1FMYU02113KA03247 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 3VWRZ71K78M035162 2008 Chevrolet Impala 2G1WS553289263945 1999 Audi A6 WAUAA24B0XN055504 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 3GNEC16T1YG166031 2006 Acura 3.2 TL 19UUA66256A021392 *** REBUILT *** 2003 Ford E-250 1FTNE24L13HA64688 2006 Nissan Altima 1N4AL11D16C240982 2004 Chevrolet Impala 2G1WF52E949282609 2002 Honda Civic 1HGEM21582L060997 2004 Honda Civic 2HGES16584H635351 1998 Nissan Frontier 1N6DD26S9WC379904 2003 Volvo S60 YV1RH59H132252381 *** REBUILT *** 2000 Mercedes-Benz C280 WDBHA29G9YA850712 2005 Nissan Maxima 1N4BA41E75C875496 2006 Volvo S60 YV1RS592562502285 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer 1GNDT13S052276015 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan 2D8GP44L75R361908 1995 Ford Explorer 1FMDU34X4SUC20098 2003 Acura 3.2 TL 19UUA56653A028593 2000 Honda CR-V JHLRD284XYS001691 2014 TaoTao Scooter L9NTELKF3E1000532 2008 Honda Civic 1HGFA16818L115213 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2GCEC19V7Y1369777 2000 Nissan Pathfinder JN8AR07S0YW402695 1997 Ford F-150 1FTDX18W0VNB22704 2003 Toyota Corolla 1NXBR32E53Z092935 2003 Honda CR-V SHSRD78843U104505 929-542434, 4/6,13,20

MCCULLOUGH TOWING AUCTION LIST 785 BROGDON RD. SUWANEE, GA 30024 770-263-8483 SATURDAY, APRIL 28TH 2018@ 1:00PM 2013 Bashan Motorcycle LHJPJNBU8DB100043 2008 BMW 535i WBANW13518CZ78418 2005 Cadillac deVille 1G6KD54Y25U155128 2005 Chevrolet Impala 2G1WF52E459304033 2007 Chevrolet Impala 2G1WC58R479107479 2010 Chevrolet HHR 3GNBAADB6AS579987 2006 Chrysler 300 2C3KA53G36H282543 2010 Dodge Avenger 1B3CC4FB2AN193715 2006 Dodge Charger 2B3KA43G46H333863 1998 Dodge Dakota 1B7FL26PXWS666930 2005 Dodge Durango 1D4HD48NX5F598426 2002 Ford Explorer 1FMDU63W22UB01105 2002 Ford Expedition 1FMRU15W72LA13257 2005 Ford Explorer 1FMZU63K25UA68842 2005 Ford Freestyle 1FMDK02135GA25096 2001 Honda Civic 1HGEM22551L005565 2003 Honda Odyssey 5FNRL18083B066066 2002 Jeep Liberty 1J4GK48K62W205421 1999 Lexus LS400 JT8BH28F3X0161926 1998 Lincoln Navigator 5LMRU27L6WLJ47186 2002 Mercedes Benz S430 WDBNG70J12A280798 2001 Mercury Cougar 1ZWFT61L715619544 2005 Mercury Mariner 4M2CU571X5DJ20184 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder 4A3AE55H23E170799 2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport JA4MT31R83J001123 2003 Nissan Maxima JN1DA31D93T519555 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix 2G2WP522841104638 1999 Toyota Camry Solara 2T1CF22P3XC126662 Trailmobile NOVIN0201081694 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle 3VWDD21C02M416752 929-540798, 3/30,4/6,13

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PUBLIC SALES/ AUCTIONS

PUBLIC AUCTION Notice of Abandonment and Sale in accordance with O.C.G.A. 40-11 the following vehicles have been declared abandoned and will be sold at Public Action to the highest and best bidder for cash only.

The auction will be held on May 1, 2018 at 10:00 a.m., 3140 Main St W, Snellville GA 30078 phone (770) 9856696. Review 9:30 a.m.

2003 Acura 3.2TL VIN: 19UUA56633A016037 929-543362, 4/13,20

2008 Ford Escape 1FMCU03Z68KA54975 25 2002 Honda Accord 1HGCG56472A010913 26 1995 Toyota Camry 4T1SK12E5SU618360 27 1999 GMC Savana 1GDHG31R8X1134588 28 2003 Saturn ION 1G8AG52F53Z179192 29 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier 1G1JH52F037257255 30 2006 Infiniti G25x JNKCV51F66M605364 31 2012 Infiniti G37 JN1CV6AP1CM623043 32 1994 BMW 325is WBABF3323REF48497 33 2001 Lincoln LS 1LNHM87A71Y617706 34 1996 Toyota Corolla 2T1BB02E6TC140656 35 1994 Infiniti J30 JNKAY21D6RM111599 36 1997 Toyota Corolla 1NXBB02E0VZ583449 37 2007 Lexus RX 400h JTJGW31U472005441 38 2001 Mazda MPV JM3LW28G510179928 39 2004 Kia Amanti KNALD124445024038 40 2003 Ford Taurus 1FAFP53U83A247952 41 2002 Honda Accord 1HGCG56732A043465 42 2003 Saturn VUE 5GZCZ53B43S884268 43 2006 Chevrolet HHR 3GNDA13D06S578935 44 2000 Toyota Camry 4T1BG22K0YU677905 45 1995 Mercury Villager 4M2DV11W0SDJ33150 46 1991 Lexus LS 400 JT8UF11E8M0087358 47 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix 2G2WP522851275777 48 1997 Toyota Camry 4T1BF22K1VU031934 48 2005 Ford F-150 1FTRX12WX5NA61697 50 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 1J4EX58SXTC140350 51 2002 Chevrolet Malibu 1G1NE52JX2M549106 52 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt 1G1AK55F977311431 53 2004 Hyundai XG350 KMHFU45E34A360966 54 1992 Toyota Camry JT2VK14E6N0083266 55 2002 Mercury Cougar 1ZWHT61L525618497 929-542710, 4/13,20,27

PUBLIC AUCTION Notice of Abandonment and Sale in accordance with O.C.G.A. 40-11 the following vehicles have been declared abandoned and will be sold at Public Action to the highest and best bidder for cash only. The auction will be held on May 1, 2018 at 10:00 a.m., 3331 Piney Cove, Loganville GA 30052 phone (770) 757-7741. Review 9:30 a.m.

2006 Ford E350 VIN: 1FTSS34P76DA83908 929-543365, 4/13,20 PUBLIC AUCTION Notice of Abandonment and Sale in accordance with O.C.G.A. 40-11 the following vehicles have been declared abandoned and will be sold at Public Action to the highest and best bidder for cash only. The auction will be held on May 1, 2018 at 10:00 a.m., 6050 Lawrenceville Hwy, Tucker, GA 30084; phone (770) 806-1330. Review 9:30 a.m.

2009 Toyota Camry VIN: 4T1BE46K99U283820 929-543363, 4/13,20 The following vehicle(s) have been impounded at Quick Drop Impounding, (2481 Old Covington Hwy SW Conyers GA 30012) and will be deemed abandoned if not redeemed within one week from this ad’s date.

2008 Mercedes C300 White TAG# BPA 5045 GA V.I.N. WDDGF81X28F124955 # removed from 3100 Sweetwater Rd, Lawrenceville, GA 30044.

2006 Hyundai Sonata Blue (Dk) TAG# <\<>unknown> V.I.N. # 5NPEU46CX6H126980 removed from 3734 ROSEBUD RD, LOGANVILLE GA 30052.

929-542468, 4/6,13 There will be sold at public outcry for cash at Willard Wrecker Service, 719 Shadburn Avenue, Buford, GA 30518, on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at 11:00 AM the following vehicles declared abandoned or foreclosed vehicles pursuant to O.C.G.A Section 40-11-05, as follows: Year; Make; Model; VIN 1 1999 Buick Park Avenue 1G4CW52K7X4651129 2 2005 Saab 9-3 YS3FH49Y551035596 3 2001 Nissan Pathfinder JN8DR07X21W513652 4 2004 Chrysler Pacifica 2C4GM68484R511156 5 1998 Ford F-150 1FTZX07W2WKB49357 6 1998 Infiniti Q45 JNKBY31A3WM401567 7 1998 GMC Jimmy 1GKDT13W3W2541415 8 1994 Acura Legend JH4KA7667RC012196 9 1996 Ford Explorer 1FMDU32P1TZA65937 10 2000 Ford Focus 1FAFP34P0YW386660 11 2007 Nissan Altima 1N4BL21E17C230120 12 2006 Mitsubishi Galant 4A3AB26F76E016503 13 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 1B7HC13Y21J191644 14 2002 Jeep Liberty 1J4GK48K92W148258 15 2000 Ford Expedition 1FMRU1764YLA14226 16 2000 Honda Civic 1HGEJ6679YL034136 17 2005 Toyota Camry 4T1BE32K35U427856 18 2000 Isuzu NPR JALB4B146Y7010463 19 2004 Toyota Camry 4T1BE32K34U793685 20 2005 Pace Trailer 4FPFB10145G095982 21 2002 Honda Accord 1HGCG56632A020923 22 2005 Dodge Stratus 1B3EL46T45N674492 23 2003 Mercury Sable 1MEFM55S13A613179 24

STATEWIDE WRECKER SERVICE INC. 2775 SIMPSON CIRCLE NORCROSS, GA 30071 PHONE: 770-381-1140 FAX: 770-935-9651 ABANDONED VEHICLES: RE: Auger Win Power SERIAL # 243AW LICENSE PLATE NO. NO TAG COLOR ORANGE TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: The above item was initially removed from 2732 Simpson Circle located in Norcross, Georgia. It is presently located at 770-381-1140 at 2775 Simpson Circle in Norcross, Georgia, in possession of Statewide Wrecker Service, Inc. Attempts to locate the owner have been unsuccessful. The item is deemed abandoned under O.C.G.A. 40-11-2 and will be disposed of if not redeemed.

This notice is given pursuant to Georgia Law. RE: 6’ Steel Auger Attachment SERIAL # N/A LICENSE PLATE NO. NO TAG COLOR SILVER TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: The above item was initially removed from 2732 Simpson C

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Circle located in Norcross, Georgia. It is presently located at 770-381-1140 at 2775 Simpson Circle in Norcross, Georgia, in possession of Statewide Wrecker Service, Inc. Attempts to locate the owner have been unsuccessful. The item is deemed abandoned under O.C.G.A. 40-11-2 and will be disposed of if not redeemed.

This notice is given pursuant to Georgia Law. RE: 3 Point Lift, 6-7’ Pole SERIAL # N/A LICENSE PLATE NO. NO TAG COLOR RED TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: The above item was initially removed from 2732 Simpson Circle located in Norcross, Georgia. It is presently located at 770-381-1140 at 2775 Simpson Circle in Norcross, Georgia, in possession of Statewide Wrecker Service, Inc. Attempts to locate the owner have been unsuccessful. The item is deemed abandoned under O.C.G.A. 40-11-2 and will be disposed of if not redeemed.

This notice is given pursuant to Georgia Law. RE: 3 Point Plow SERIAL # A13947A LICENSE PLATE NO. NO TAG COLOR GREEN TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: The above item was initially removed from 2732 Simpson Circle located in Norcross, Georgia. It is presently located at 770-381-1140 at 2775 Simpson Circle in Norcross, Georgia, in possession of Statewide Wrecker Service, Inc. Attempts to locate the owner have been unsuccessful. The item is deemed abandoned under O.C.G.A. 40-11-2 and will be disposed of if not redeemed.

This notice is given pursuant to Georgia Law. 929-542435, 4/6,13,20

ZONINGS GWINNETT COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION TUESDAY, MAY 1, 2018 AT 7:00 P.M. GWINNETT COUNTY JUSTICE AND ADMINISTRATION CENTER AUDITORIUM 75 LANGLEY DRIVE LAWRENCEVILLE, GEORGIA 30046 The following Rezoning, Change-in-Conditions, Special Use Permit and other items of business, located within Unincorporated Gwinnett County, are scheduled for public hearings as stated above. Site plans, legal descriptions, and other information are available in the office of the Planning Division, 446 West Crogan Street, Lawrenceville, Georgia. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

RZR2017-00020, Applicant: Bulk Buys Corporation, Owners: Sarah and Peggy Brodnax, Rezoning of Tax Parcel No. R6036 004, R-100 to OSC; Single-Family Subdivision, 2900 Block of Bethany Church Road, 33.74 Acres. District 3/Hunter ApRZR2017-00011, plicant: Home South Communities, LLC c/o Mahaffey Pickens Tucker, LLP, Owner: John T. Lamb, Rezoning of Tax Parcel No. R7136 001, RA-200 to OSC; Single-Family Subdivision, 2400 Block of Sunny Hill Road and 2500 Block of Morgan Road, 86.15 Acres. District 4/Heard ApRZC2018-00001, plicant: ASC Acquisitions, LLC, Owners: JLC Holdings, LLLP, Vinnie Lucile Clark, Richard L. and Joyce Harrison, Rezoning of Tax Parcel Nos. R5106 003, 067, and 278 and R5087 120, R-100 to O-I; Retirement Community (Independent Living and Continuing Care) (Buffer Reduction), 1100-1200 Blocks of Webb Gin House Road, 56.12 Acres. District 4/Heard SUP2018-00003, Applicant: ASC Acquisitions, LLC, Owners: JLC Holdings, LLLP,

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Vinnie Lucile Clark, Richard L. and Joyce Harrison, Tax Parcel Nos. R5106 003, 067, and 278 and R5087 120, Application for a Special Use Permit in an O-I (Proposed) Zoning District for Retirement Community (Independent Living and Continuing Care) (Buffer Reduction), 1100-1200 Blocks of Webb Gin House Road, 56.12 Acres. District 4/Heard SUP2018-00004, Applicant: ASC Acquisitions, LLC, Owners: JLC Holdings, LLLP, Vinnie Lucile Clark, Richard L. and Joyce Harrison, Tax Parcel Nos. R5106 003, 067, and 278 and R5087 120, Application for a Special Use Permit in an O-I (Proposed) Zoning District for Building Height Increase (Buffer Reduction), 1100-1200 Blocks of Webb Gin House Road, 56.12 Acres. District 4/Heard SUP2018-00009, Applicant: David M. Jones, Owners: David and Peggy Jones, Tax Parcel No. R6070 074, Application for a Special Use Permit in a R-100 Zoning District for a Bed and Breakfast Inn, 1600 Block of Red Fox Run, 1.04 Acres. District 2/Howard RZM2018-00004, Applicant: Mahaffey Pickens Tucker, LLP, Owner: Hillside 20 Tract, LLC, Rezoning of Tax Parcel Nos. R5137 008 and 019, R-100 and C-2 to RM-24; Apartments (Buffer Reduction), 500 Block of Hillside Drive and 1700 Block of Grayson Highway, 12.9 Acres. District 3/Hunter RZR2018-00007, Applicant: Mahaffey Pickens Tucker, LLP, Owners: Louis F. McCann and Steven Robinson, Rezoning of Tax Parcel Nos. R3004 018, 061 and 062, RA-200 to TND; Traditional Neighborhood Development (Buffer Reduction), 1400 Block of Dee Kennedy Road and 5100 Block of Braselton Highway, 13.27 Acres. District 3/Hunter P&D PC TBL 5-1 934-543434, 4/13

Foundation Inc. c/o Mahaffey Pickens Tucker, LLP, Owner: Janene Holladay, Rezoning of Tax Parcel No. R1001 032, C-2 to O-I; Retirement Community, Independent Living (Buffer Reduction), 2700 Block of Hamilton Mill Road, 4.84 Acres. District 4/Heard SUP2018-00025, Applicant: Beverly J. Searles Foundation, Inc. c/o Mahaffey Pickens Tucker, LLP, Owner: Janene Holladay, Rezoning of Tax Parcel No. R1001 032, Application for a Special Use Permit in an O-I (Proposed) Zoning District for a Retirement Community, Independent Living (Buffer Reduction), 2700 Block of Hamilton Mill Road, 4.84 Acres. District 4/Heard SUP2018-00026, Applicant: Beverly J. Searles Foundation, Inc. c/o Mahaffey Pickens Tucker, LLP, Owner: Janene Holladay, Rezoning of Tax Parcel No. R1001 032, Application for a Special Use Permit in an O-I (Proposed) Zoning District for a Building Height Increase (Buffer Reduction), 2700 Block of Hamilton Mill Road, 4.84 Acres. District 4/Heard RZC2018-00009, Applicant: North Georgia Ventures Company, Owners: Linda J. Spivey and Mary Guthrie, Rezoning of Tax Parcel Nos. R6177 201 and 421, R-75 and O-I to O-I; Retirement Community, Independent Living (Buffer Reduction), 1200 Block of Pleasant Hill Road, 6.10 Acres. District 1/ Brooks SUP2018-00027, Applicant: North Georgia Ventures Company, Owners: Linda J. Spivey and Mary Guthrie, Rezoning of Tax Parcel Nos. R6177 201 and 421, R-75 and O-I to O-I; Application for a Special Use Permit in an O-I (Proposed) Zoning District for a Retirement Community (Buffer Reduction), 1200 Block of Pleasant Hill Road, 6.10 Acres. District 1/Brooks SUP2018-00028, Applicant: North Georgia Ventures Company, Owners: Linda J. Spivey and Mary Guthrie, Rezoning of Tax Parcel Nos. R6177 201 and 421, R-75 and O-I to O-I; Application for a Special Use Permit in an O-I (Proposed) Zoning District for a Building Height Increase (Buffer Reduction), 1200 Block of Pleasant Hill Road, 6.10 Acres. District 1/ Brooks RZR2018-00008, Applicant: Chong Son, Owner: Erica Son, Rezoning of Tax Parcel Nos. R1003 029 and 031, R-100 to RA-200; Special Events Facility, 3600 Block of Thompson Mill Road, 17.82 Acres. District 4/Heard SUP2018-00020, Applicant: Chong Son, Owner: Erica Son, Rezoning of Tax Parcel Nos. R1003 029 and 031, Application for a Special Use Permit in a RA-200 (Proposed) Zoning District for a Special Events Facility, 3600 Block of Thompson Mill Road, 17.82 Acres. District 4/ Heard RZR2018-00009, Applicant: Jose Sanchez, Owner: Jose Sanchez, Rezoning of Tax Parcel No. R3001 117, OSC to RA-200; Single-Family Residence, 3600 Block of Hog Mountain Road, 2.0 Acres. District 3/Hunter RZR2018-00010, Applicant: Stefan Lupancu and Ivan German c/o Alliance Engineering & Planning, Owners: Stefan Lupancu and Ivan German, Rezoning of Tax Parcel Nos. R1002 123 and 262, RA-200 to R-100; Single-Family Subdivision, 2400 Block of Old Thompson Mill Road and 2700 Block of Thompson Mill Road, 1.91 Acres. District 3/Hunter RZR2018-00011, Applicant: 4RNJ2, LLC, Owner: Lloyd Burns Estate, Rezoning of Tax Parcel No. R6165 159, R-75 to TND; Traditional Neighborhood Development (Buffer Reduction), 800 Block of Old Norcross Tucker Road and 4600 Block of Britt Road, 8.34 Acres. District 2/ Howard SUP2018-00019, Applicant: Martha Strickland, Owner: Rock Springs United Methodist Church, Rezoning of Tax Parcel No. R7147 004, Application for a Special

Use Permit in a R-100 Zoning District for a Private PreSchool, 1100 Block of Rock Springs Road, 4.98 Acres.

District 1/Brooks SUP2018-00021, Applicant: Auto Loan Associates, LLC, Owner: Ala Real Estate Holdings, LLC, Rezoning of Tax Parcel No. R5050 132, Application for a Special Use Permit in a C-2 Zoning District for Automobile Sales (Renewal), 1800 Block of Lawrenceville Highway, 0.99 Acre. District 4/Heard SUP2018-00022, Applicant: Pengfei Zhang, Owner: Nidal Boughannam, Rezoning of Tax Parcel No. R6204 030, Application for a Special Use Permit in a C-2 Zoning District for a Tattoo Parlor, 1600 Block of Pleasant Hill Road, 8.7 Acres. District 1/ Brooks SUP2018-00024, Applicant: Margaret Owusu, Owner: Margaret Owusu, Rezoning of Tax Parcel No. R5168 011, Application for a Special Use Permit in a R-100 Zoning District for a Personal Care Home (Family), 1800 Block of Round Road, 1.78 Acres.

District 3/Hunter BRD2018-00001, Applicant: Tarek Real Estates, LLC, Owner: Tarek Real Estates, LLC, Tax Parcel No. R6173 003, Application for a Buffer Reduction from 75 feet to 25 feet in a C-2 Zoning District, 900 Block of Dickens Road and 900 Block of Indian Trail Lilburn Road, 0.87 Acre. District 2/Howard P&D PC/BOC 5-1 & 5-22 934-543423, 4/18,25

GWINNETT COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION TUESDAY, MAY 1, 2018 AT 7:00 P.M. GWINNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS TUESDAY, MAY 22, 2018 AT 7:00 P.M. GWINNETT COUNTY JUSTICE AND ADMINISTRATION CENTER AUDITORIUM 75 LANGLEY DRIVE LAWRENCEVILLE, GEORGIA 30046 The following Rezoning, Change-in-Conditions, Special Use Permit and other items of business, located within Unincorporated Gwinnett County, are scheduled for public hearings as stated above. Site plans, legal descriptions, and other information are available in the office of the Planning Division, 446 West Crogan Street, Lawrenceville, Georgia. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

RZC2018-00006, Applicant: Anita Paulette Froelich, Owner: Anita Paulette Froelich, Rezoning of Tax Parcel No. R7028A127, C-1 to C-2; Tattoo Parlor (Buffer Reduction), 500 Block of Braselton Highway and 500 Block of Allen Drive, 0.43 Acre. District 4/Heard SUP2018-00023, Applicant: Anita Paulette Froelich, Owner: Anita Paulette Froelich, Rezoning of Tax Parcel No. R7028A127, Application for a Special Use Permit in an C-2 (Proposed) Zoning District for a Tattoo Parlor (Buffer Reduction), 500 Block of Braselton Highway and 500 Block of Allen Drive, 0.43 Acre. District 4/Heard ApRZC2018-00007, plicant: Mangal Real Estate Holdings LLC, Owner: Mangal Real Estate LLC, Rezoning of Tax Parcel No. R6087 002, C-1 to C-2; Retail and Restaurant with Drive Through, 3000 Block of Five Forks Trickum Road and 9001000 Blocks of Oak Road, 1.11 Acres. District 2/Howard ApRZC2018-00008, plicant: Beverly J. Searles F

HOUSES FOR SALE

GWINNETT * DULUTH 5BR 5.5BA US Treasury Dept.

Auction 4/17 at 12 Noon 2065 Sugarloaf Club Dr. 5242 sf, kitchen w/ breakfast area, family rm w/fp, laundry rm, office w/fp, covered deck, 3 car gar, walkout basement w/media rm, wet bar, lounge, office, bedrm, ba, study etc. Gated community. OPEN: by appt. only on 4/10 & 4/13. email mwheelus@ cwsams.com 703-273-7373 Take a virtual tour at www.treas.gov/ auctions/treasury/rp

MACHINE SHOP Roller Company in Lawrenceville needs a Manual Machinist, CNC Machinist, and a Welder knowledgeable in MIG, TIG, and stick welding. Send resume to tim@ foresterroller.com (770) 822-9299 SOFTWARE/IT Norcross, GA Multiple positions/ openings. Travel not required, but candidates must be willing to relocate to unanticipated locations across the country per contract demand. Fax resume referencing job code# to HR, Softpath System, LLC at 404-315-1558.

Sr. Software Developers code# SSL12282017SSD: Responsible for full systems lifecycle from requirements gathering, solution & architect design, implementation & testing of Informatica solutions. Sr. Software Engineers code# SSL01192018SSE: Design & Develop Data Marts, Enterprise Data Warehouse, Data Cleansing, MDM & BI solutions working on technologies Informatica PowerCenter, IBM Data Stage, Informatica Data Quality, MDM, OBIEE & Qlik Sense.

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LOGANVILLE, GA 30052 ETCHISON RD

MAKE OFFER! Beautiful 2.68 Acre Wooded Tract of Land.

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Not divisible.

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MONROE, GA FORRESTER CEMETERY ROAD

MONROE, GA 30655

5 ACRES WALNUT GROVE SCHOOL DISTRICT Beautiful 5 acre wooded lot that shares a portion of shared pond. County water is available. What a scenic place to build your dream home or vacation home in one of the most desirable school districts. $90,000 Peters Realty Professionals 770-466-2885 www.petersrealty professionals.com

SNELLVILLE, GA 30078 BIRD LANE

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RIVER FRONT 3BR/2.5BA 2 Story on 1.92 acre river lot with above ground pool.

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HOUSES FOR RENT LOGANVILLE/NORTH Off Bay Creek Church Rd. 4+BR/3BA 2 Story Old Farm House, frnt prch, fncd bckyd. $1450 mo. 678-357-5044 ROOMMATE WANTED /ROOM FOR RENT LAWRENCEVILLE Close to Mall of GA. Room for rent 5BR/3BA home. No smkg/drugs/pets. $600 mo. 404-667-3880

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Water, gas, and electric available.

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a look ahead April 21 Gwinnett Family Fest — Held at the Gwinnett Chamber parking lot, located at 6500 Sugarloaf Parkway in Duluth, this free event features food, children’s activities and rides and even free T-shirts for participants. It runs from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more information, go to www.gwinnettfamilyfest.com.

Taste of Grayson — Grayson High School hosts the event, which runs from noon to 2:30 p.m. and features samples from more than 20 eateries in the area.

Proceeds go to Grayson High’s Career and Technical Education clubs.

Duluth High School Football 5K — A fundraiser for the football program, the race starts at 8:30 a.m. at the school. Cost is $20.

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The blackened fish with crawfish etouffee on a bed of noodles is one of the dishes served at Mom’s Creole Cookin’. The sauce used on this dish includes a blend of oil, flour, onions, pepper, garlic seasoning and celery. (Staff Photos: Curt Yeomans)

Open Since: Dec. 8 Owners: Tim and Brandi Williams Location: In Crestview Plaza, at the intersection of Athens Highway and North Crestview Drive Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, closed Sunday and Monday Atmosphere: Mom’s Creole Cookin’ is a Louisiana-inspired restaurant in a small space in a shopping center, but it’s layout makes the most of the available space so it still feels spacious and homey.

The most noticeable feature of the interior is the counter where orders are placed. It is designed to look like the back porch of a shack on the Louisiana bayou with a faux tin roof designed to look rusty. The intent is to let customers feel like they’ve ventured into the Williams’ backyard for supper time.

Brandi Williams said the idea came from her husband, Tim “Chef Tim” Williams. He is a native of Breaux Bridge, La., which is a town just outside Lafayette that promotes itself as the “Crawfish Capital of the World.” It’s in the heart of south Louisiana’s Cajun and creole country.

“His vision was to do something outside, like on the bayou so what you see is the back of the house (at the counter),” Brandi Williams said. “(The dining area) is the outside. So that was the vision that he had when he started putting everything together. He wanted to keep the Louisiana flavor but also have the look of living in the

bayou.”

There are also high top and regular tables for customers to sit at, and plush red chairs line the wall near the counter for customers to sit while waiting for a to-go order.

Something a customer will also notice is the friendly atmosphere where customers may get up and chat with guests at a different table. Several customers are repeat clients so either get to know each other or the Williamses get to know them.

“It’s home-cooked food in a home (like) environment,” Tim Williams said.

“If you notice the people in here, you don’t ever see people playing on their phone that much. Everybody is communicating (with each other). It’s like a family affair and that’s what I like about it.”

Menu: The restaurant serves the well-known staples of Louisiana cuisine, including po’boys, jambalaya, gumbo, red beans and rice with andouille sausage and various etouffees.

Crawfish, shrimp and catfish are on the menu in various dishes as well.

There are some bayou dishes on the menu that may not be talked about as much as some of the more high-profile creole dishes.

These lesser known dishes include fried frog legs and fried gator bites.

The menu is meant to offer a well-rounded taste of Louisiana, whether it’s the Cajun flavors of the bayou or the style of New Orleans. Brandi Williams said that diversity of food styles from Louisiana is what makes the state a special place.

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Above, the dining area at Mom’s Creole Cookin’ in Grayson is small but cozy.

The counter where orders are placed is designed to look like the back of a house in one of the south Louisiana bayous to help give customers the feeling of eating in Cajun country.

Right, red beans and rice at Mom’s Creole Cookin’ in Grayson is shown topped with andouille sausage, but it can also be topped with chicken.

thing starts with that. That brings the flavor, and of course there’s the cayenne peppers. … There’s just a lot of flavor in everything that we do.”

Some popular items on the menu include the red beans and rice, the etouffees, the seafood gumbo and shrimp and catfish po-boys, Tim Williams said.

There is a vegetarian menu with several items on it for customers who prefer to not eat meat. There are vegetarian versions of red beans and rice, creole jambalaya, etouffee and gumbo.

Williams said it was easy to adapt several items for

people who don’t eat meat because he only has to take out the meat ingredient.

“Everything (in Cajun food) is vegetarian style to start with,” he said. “You start with a vegetarian base and then you add in the meat or fish or shrimp last.”

There are also four burgers for vegetarians on the menu though, including beet burgers, veggie burgers, black bean burgers and BBQ cauliflower burgers.

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Something You May Not Know: When customers walk in the door, there is a painting of two women and a man standing behind a large cooking pot with the outline of Louisiana underneath them. It’s the only artwork that hangs in the restaurant, but there is a significance to it.

The three people shown in the painting are Tim Williams, his mother, Mary, and his grandmother Nola. And, yes, Tim’s mother, who is called Ezole by the family and still lives in Louisiana,

Red beans and rice with andouille sausages: Creamy slowcooked red beans served white rice with sausages.

The sausages can be replaced with chicken. $7.50 for small, $9.50 for large. Can also be served without meat at $4.50 for a small and $6.50 for a large.

Creole jambalaya: Tomato-based rice dish with onions and peppers that comes as a vegetarian option or with chicken and andouille sausage or shrimp. Vegetarian style costs $4.95 for a small and $6.95 for a large.

Chicken and andouille Sausage jambalaya is $7.95 for a small and $9.95 for a large. Shrimp jambalaya costs $8.95 for a small and $10.95 for a large.

Fried fish and shrimp: Catfish and shrimp fried in a creole mix and served with hush puppies, cole slaw and either french fries or onion rings. $12.95.

Gator bite po’boy: Alligator meat served in a sandwich dressed with lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions and creole sauce.

Served with fries and cole slaw. $9.95.

Grits and gravy Louisiana Style: Seasoned grits served with creole brown gravy and a choice of shrimp, fish or either andouille or alligator sausage. $9.50 for a small and $11.50 for a large.

Creole baked chicken: Chicken baked with creole seasonings. $7.95 for a small or $9.95 for a large.

is the inspiration for the restaurant’s name. She also came up with the recipes for the menu.

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New art gallery Echo invites public to aid in mural Art Beat

Holley Calmes Suwanee’s newest arts gem is just around the corner from Town Center, tucked into a space within easy walking distance from the energy and creativity of Suwanee’s city hub. Echo Art Gallery has opened its doors and invites the public to help decorate the building with a new mural Saturday.

The event is free, and you don’t need to be an artist to participate, but you will need a paint brush, which Echo artists will provide.

The party starts at 3 p.m. and goes until 7 p.m. and includes “wine and goodies.”

“The idea is to create something reminiscent of Van Gogh’s painting

renting studio space at a reasonable cost and enjoying the company of fellow creative spirits.

Johnson has long been prominent in the regional art scene as president of the North Gwinnett Arts Association. She is still the president emeritus.

“I wanted to find some studio space for myself,” Johnson said. “Some space with character.”

Johnson and her fellow artist-friend Shirley Tyldesley happened upon a fortunate coincidence.

Johnson’s daughter-in-law is of Korean descent and is acquainted with Pastor Paul Kim of TOV Vision Community Church. He owns the building at 3982 Cherokee Trail.

Kim’s enthusiasm and generosity resulted in space for Johnson and Tyldesley and eventually room for many others.

Vickie Johnson of Echo Gallery invites everyone to visit “We were cramped the new gallery located at 3982 Cherokee Trail in Subut people kept coming,” wanee. (Special Photo) Johnson said. “Friends kept titled ‘Cafe Terrace on the and easy for visitors to fill saying, ‘I am looking for a Place du Forum in Arles in with colored paint, which space.’ So we would find a at Night,’” Echo’s founder we will have available.” nook and a cranny for them Vickie Johnson said. “The Echo is a gathering of and wound up with 11 artmural will be pre-drawn artists of all types who are ists in that one space.”

Pastor Kim found more room for them in the building, and now Echo Gallery consists of a spacious and very light-filled, rambling artists’ colony.

“We now have 14 artists, and there is room for two more,” Johnson said. “This is a co-op and each artist pays a share of the rent and utilities. This isn’t a nonprofit, so come buy some art. There are no commissions charged.”

Among the artists of Echo Gallery are Sandra Ackovic, Wendy Anett, Kevin Aurand, Kathy de Cano, Drew Carroll, Kim Crowe, John Duke, Vickie Johnson, Sukyong Lawson, Pam O’Sullivan, Patty Stokes, Shirley Tyldesley and Alan Zarter.

“We want the individual artists to make money,” Johnson said. “They rent the space for a year. Our intent is purely to promote our local artists.”

Echo plans to hold monthly events and workshops where artists can teach their art form with 20 percent of the profits going to Echo. A Cinco de Mayo Party with live demonstrations is planned for May 5.

For more information, email Echo at echogallery@gmail.com or visit its Facebook page at www. facebook.com/EchoGalleryArtistColony.

Holley Calmes is a freelance writer and public relations consultant specializing in the arts. Email her at hcalmes@mindspring.com.

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for the 4th annual Aurora Theatre’s production of “Mamma Mia” continues through April 22.

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AURORA THEATRE 128 E. Pike St., Lawrenceville 678-226-6222 www.auroratheatre.com • Ongoing: Aurora Comedy Nights • Ongoing: Morning Care • Ongoing: After Care • Ongoing: Mini Camps and Master Camps • Through April 22: Mamma Mia! • May 10 through June 3: Ripcord HUDGENS CENTER FOR THE ARTS Gwinnett Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Suite 300, Duluth 770-623-6002 www.thehudgens.org • Through April 28: Gallery exhibition: The Future of America INFINITE ENERGY THEATER 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth 770-813-7500 www.infiniteenergycenter.com

• May 5-6: Dancing Lion King • May 9: The Naked Truth KUDZU ART ZONE 116 Carlyle St., Norcross 770-840-9844 www.kudzuartzone.org • May 7-30: Open Show Exhibition at Rectory NEW DAWN THEATER Mall Corners, 3650-A Satellite Blvd., Duluth 678-887-5015 www. newdawntheatercompany. com • Through April: Teen Acting Classes SYLVIA BEARD THEATRE Buford Community Center, 2200 Buford Highway, Buford 770-945-6762 www. bufordcommunitycenter. com • Through April 29: Damn Yankees • May 4: Jaimee Pail • May 12: Robin Fox

ATLANTA ATLANTA ALLIANCE THEATRE 1280 Peachtree St. N.E., Atlanta 404-733-4650 www.alliancetheatre.org • Through April 15: Hospice and Pointing at The Moon • May 9-20: Candide ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDENS 1345 Piedmont Ave. N.E., Atlanta 404-876-5859 www.atlantabg.org • Ongoing: Frog Feeding ATLANTA HISTORY CENTER 130 W. Paces Ferry Road N.W., Atlanta 404-814-4000 www.atlantahistorycenter.com • Ongoing: Magic Mondays • Ongoing: Homeschool Days • Ongoing: The Phoenix Files: A Celebration of Atlanta’s Historic Sites

Atlanta 770-916-2800 www.cobbenergycentre.com • April 13-15: Tu Tu and More • April 28 through May 6: Carmen • May 11-13: Bach to Broadway

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Theatre Buford brings ‘Damn Yankees’ to Gwinnett

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“Damn Yankees,” a Tony Award-winning Broadway musical comedy, is coming to Buford on Saturday.

The show, which is set in the 1950s, has drawn critical acclaim for its mixture of sports, comedy and musical numbers.

“We thought this would be a great fit with Opening Day happening a few weeks ago and it just turning spring,” play director Julie Skrzypek said.

Another one of the themes behind bringing the show to Buford is the rich tradition and history that Buford has with its sports teams.

“You see the success of plenty of their football and baseball teams over the years,” Skrzypek said.

“In fact, Buford even had a

semi-pro baseball team that won a championship in the 1930s. So why not bring a play that highlights America’s Pastime?”

“Damn Yankees” is based on the novel “The Year the Yankees Lost the Pennant”

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first produced in 1955 on Broadway.

The plot follows middleaged baseball fanatic Joe Boyd, played by Brandon Partrick, who trades his soul to the Devil, also known as Mr. Applegate (Chris Mayers), for a chance to lead

the true worth of the life that he’s left behind.

“It’s really an internal conflict on how much are you willing to sacrifice to Cast memget something,” Skrzypek bers perform said. in a rehearsLeading up to the play al of “Damn has been a tense month of Yankees” set rehearsals and choreography to run a total for cast members. of 12 showings through One of the biggest chalApril 29. lenges has been taking a (Special show that is based in New Photo) York City and fitting it with Buford.

“Buford is such a lively and rich city,” Skrzypek said. “We really had to figure out how you tailor a his favorite team to victory show like this to the area.” in the pennant race against The main goal leading up the New York Yankees. As to the show has been makyoung a baseball sensation, ing sure they provide a show Joe Hardy (Blake Burgess) the community enjoys and is transforms the hapless proud of.

Washington Senators into a “We’re always thinking winning team, only to realize about what we can give to

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ATLANTA SYMPHONY HALL 1280 Peachtree St. N.E., Atlanta 404-733-4900 www.atlantasymphony.org • April 15: Chopin Society of Atlanta Presents Rafal Blechacz • April 19: Nicola Benedetti Plays Beethoven BUCKHEAD THEATRE 3110 Roswell Road, Atlanta 404-843-2825 www.thebuckheadtheatre.com • April 20: Smokepurpp • April 23: Trixie Mattel: Now with Moving Parts CENTER STAGE THEATER 1374 W. Peachtree St., Atlanta 404-885-1365 www.centerstage-atlanta.com/ shows/center-stage-theater • April 20: Chrisopher Titus • April 21: Minus the Bear

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EDDIE’S ATTIC 515-B N. McDonough St., Decatur 404-377-4976 www.eddiesattic.com • Ongoing: Eddie’s Attic Songwriter’s Open Mic • April 13: The Weather Station, Jared and Amber • April 14: Amplify Decatur Music Festival, Sirens of South Austin, Antigone Rising • April 15: Amplify Vs. Series • April 16: Dan Layus • April 17: Davina and the Vagabonds, Nina Nesbitt • April 18-19: Mother’s Finest • April 20: Eric Dodd • April 21: Lindi Ortega, Ink + Ash EVERETT’S MUSIC BARN 4055 Stonecypher Road, Suwanee 678-858-5363 everettsmusicbarn.net • April 14: David Davis and the Warrior River Boys FOX THEATRE 660 Peachtree St. N.E., Atlanta 404-881-2100 foxtheatre.org • April 13-15: Alabama with The Charlie Daniels Band INFINITE ENERGY ARENA 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth 770-813-7500 www.infiniteenergycenter. com • April 14: Lorde with Run the Jewels and Mitski • April 21: Little Big Town with special guests Kacey Musgraves and Midland

THE LOFT 1374 W. Peachtree St., Atlanta 404-885-1365 www.centerstage-atlanta. com/shows/the-loft • April 13: Jukebox the Ghost • April 16: Beatles vs. Stones • April 17: Thirdstory • April 20: Yung Gravy PHILIPS ARENA 1 Philips Drive N.W., Atlanta 404-878-3000 www.philipsarena.com • April 20: Bon Jovi • April 21: P!nk RED CLAY MUSIC FOUNDRY 3116 Main St., Duluth 678-957-7283 www.eddieowenpresents. com • Ongoing: Songwriters Open Mic hosted by Eddie • April 13: Sail On • April 14: Damian McGinty • April 15: Big Dreams with Dana Rice and Students • April 19: Tim Easton with Tyler Jarvis • April 20: Glen Phillips with Hoot and Holler • April 21: An Evening with Mary Fahl

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RED LIGHT CAFE 553 Amsterdam Ave., Atlanta 404-874-7828 redlightcafe.com • Ongoing: Wednesday Jazz Jam with The Gordon Vernick Quartet VERIZON WIRELESS AMPHITHEATRE AT ENCORE PARK 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta www.vzwamp.com • April 17: Jimmy Buffett and The Coral Reefer Band

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Tickets: $27 seniors, $30 adults; Box seats: $35 seniors and adults Website: www.bufordcommunitycenter.com For tickets: 770-9042740

the show to add more value,” Skrzypek said. “There’s been so many people that have come together with the desire to share it with the community.”

Tickets for the show can be purchased online at BufordCommunityCenter.com or by calling the ticket office at 770-904-2740.

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Suwanee’s Glow in the Park event back for second year

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uwanee’s downtown will be a little more lit than usual this Saturday as droves of people take to the city’s Town Center Park with lanterns, some of which might, once again, include prom-posals and Disney princesses.

On Saturday, the city of Suwanee, in partnership with the North Gwinnett Arts Association, will hold its annual Glow in the Park lantern parade, an event inspired by the Atlanta Beltline Lantern Parade.

The event, which attracts residents young and old, functions as an “illuminated pageant of light, music and color” around Town Center Park, which will be led by a strolling jazz band, a city news release said.

The event will finish with a concert starring The Glow Band.

“This event is a community celebration of creativity; everyone is strongly encouraged to create illuminated costumes and carry their pre-made lanterns to parade together,” said Amy Doherty, events and outreach manager for the city. “This electrical spectacle is family and pet friendly, so everyone can join in.”

The parade, which is now in its second year, offers prizes for the best glow looks and costumes, which last year included a mother-daughter duo who transformed a purple lantern into the Disney princess Rapunzel, a teen who made a prom-posal — a term coined to refer to a proposal to a prospective prom date — via lantern and three backpack lantern people, among others.

Abby Wilkerson, spokeswoman for the city of Suwanee, said event organizers expected about 2,000 people to turn up for last year’s debut, but the city knocked that number out of the park. “(We) had 7,000,” she said. “I’d say (we’re expecting) around 7,000 again, if the weather holds up.”

IF YOU GO What: Second annual Suwanee Glow in the Park lantern parade and concert Where: Suwanee Town Center Park When: Saturday, 5 p.m. start, parade at dusk and The Glow Band concert at 7 p.m.

Cost: Free, though food and drinks will be available for purchase at food trucks.

Above, last year’s parade included a prom-posal, a term coined to refer to a proposal to a prospective prom date. On Saturday, the city of Suwanee, in partnership with the North Gwinnett Arts Association, will hold its annual Glow in the Park lantern parade, an event inspired by the Atlanta Beltline Lantern Parade.

Last year’s event is shown below. (Special Photos)

Wilkerson said this year, the city moved the parade from Old Town and down the Brushy Creek Trail to around Suwanee Town Center, and traded bands from Electric Avenue to The Glow Band.

She also said the city added more food trucks and crawfish to accommodate guests.

Lanterns are required to be battery-powered for safety reasons and no fire is allowed. Drones are also prohibited.

Though lanterns can be bought, the North Gwinnett Arts Association is hosting two lantern workshops from 4 to 7 p.m. and 7 to 10 p.m. today. Each class is limited to 10 residents and costs $30.

Do-it-yourself lantern kits, which include a paper lantern, bamboo stick and LED light (though no batteries) cost $10 or $15 depending on the lantern size.

The kits can be purchased at the North Gwinnett Arts Association Arts Center — Suwanee Welcome Center, located at 3930 Charleston Market St. Registration for the lantern classes can be found at ngaa4arts.com/glow-inthe-park.

Food trucks will begin pulling up to the park at 5 p.m. and the lantern parade will begin at Town Center Park at dusk. It will wind around Town Center Park at the stage to end with The Glow Band’s 7 p.m. concert.

For more information and a parade map, visit glowinthepark.suwanee. com.

Three attendees created backpack lantern people in last year’s event.

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To shed some light, Suwanee has compiled a list of frequently asked questions.The city’s (slightly sassy) reponses are below: Q: Do I need a lantern to walk in the parade?

A: Yes, you do. That’s kinda what we mean by “lantern parade.” ...

Q: What exactly do you mean by “lantern”?

A: A simple, decorated, orb-on-a-stick lit with battery-operated LEDs (no live flames permitted!). The lanterns are carried, not released.

Q: Can I set off flying lanterns, like from ‘Tangled’?

A: No. They are not permitted and they set fires as they fall back to earth as flaming litter.

Q: My dog would like to attend, even though he doesn’t light up.

A: Dogs, kids, strollers and wagons are all welcome in the parade (lit or otherwise) (lit would be way cooler, though).

Q: What is the cost of the event? Do I need a ticket?

A: Completely free, concert included! No registration or sign up necessary — just show and glow!

Q: What if I just want to watch the parade?

A: Every parade needs spectators!

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BY MICHAEL CLARK Movie Critic

Serviceable and competently produced, “Beirut” is a political thriller set in the Middle Eastern title city set in the early ’70s and early ’80s, which tackles a millennia-old question which will likely never be answered.

The story could have been set in 1072, 2072 or even 3072. It’s Arabs vs. Jews with the U.S. attempting to broker a deal — one which goes nowhere slow.

The tall, dark, always photogenic, lantern-jawed, perpetually five o’clock shadowed Jon Hamm stars as Mason Skiles, a smooth-talking, eminentlylikeable diplomat with highgrade pedigree. Mason was a protégée of Henry Kissinger and works a room like nobody’s business. He presses the flesh and couches serious “big” talk into cocktail-party “small” talk with the best of them. Mason would likely have ended up in the White House, if not for a terrorist attack at a party which resulted in the death of his Muslim wife and the kidnapping of their adopted son.

All of this takes place before the end of the opening credit sequence and by all accounts, director Brad Anderson (“Happy Accidents,” “The Machinist”) gets things started with a crackling, rat-a-tat opening penned by screenwriter Tony Gilroy (the “Jason Bourne” franchise) which plays out more like his wordy, far better “Michael Clayton.”

After the early exits of his wife and child, Mason returns to the States and becomes a negotiator in local union beefs

Rosamund Pike, left, stars as Sandy Crowder, Jon Hamm, center, as Mason Skiles and Dean Norris as Donald Gaines in “Beirut.”

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which aren’t at all sexy and high-end as his previous gigs.

Add to that his ever increasing level of booze intake, regret, doubt and “what might have been” mind-set and you’re left with a man seething with selfloathing drowned with bourbon and unrealized expectations.

The narrative loses most of its credibility when Mason is called on by some of his old spook buddies (Dean Norris, Larry Pine, Shea Whigham) who have reached a dead-end trying a recover one of their own — a personal and former professional associate of Mason’s. Ten years gone, Mason barely cares about what’s going on but is slightly attracted at the idea that he might actually

again have some pull within the international landscape.

From this point on, Gilroy (and four other co-writers/script doctors) turn the story into farfetched, “James Bond” territory minus the hot babes, wicked cars, fancy gadgets and interesting villains. Former Bond girl/ villain Rosamund Pike (“Die Another Day”) offsets her recent appearance in the similar and even worse “Seven Days in Entebbe” as a soft-touch agent with lots of questionable directives.

As the movie progresses, Hamm starts taking on more “Bondish” qualities but without the story hooks to support the narrative’s previous claims. The film goes from semi-interesting,

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What Hamm needs to do (at least for the short term) is to latch on to something darker and deeper; something more “Draperesque.” In last year’s “Baby Driver,” Hamm played a ruthless villain and nearly stole the film from the title character. In “Bridesmaids,” he had a small but crucial role as a commitment-phobic player and displayed deft comic timing.

Hamm has got the chops AND the looks, and now it’s time for him to work harder on finding the right material to suit his strengths.

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The most obvious of these involve a pair of 11th-hour doublecrosses on both sides and a semi-ingenious end around by a third.

This might come off sounding like a slam towards Hamm but it’s actually a compliment.

For eight seasons, Hamm played the now-legendary Don Draper on “Mad Men” and became a household name in the process. Draper was a man with a shady past and an exacting disposition who was utterly unafraid of confrontation.

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As character actors go, few get the job done much better than Stanley Tucci.

From “The Devil Wears Prada” to “Road to Perdition” to “Margin Call” to his scene-stealing smarmy TV host in “The Hunger Games” franchise, Tucci’s range is considerable and his delivery is always dead on the mark.

However, when it comes to writing and directing, Tucci is at sixes and sevens.

With now five features under his belt, the only one where he got it right was “Big Night” from 1996 and a large portion of the credit for that film must be given to his co-writer Joseph Tropiano and co-director Campbell Scott. When he’s working solo behind the camera, Tucci is painfully adrift.

Simultaneously Tucci’s most ambitious and weakest effort to date, “Final Portrait” is brimming with potential. It’s based on a true story involving not one but two radically different artsy types in Paris in the 1960s and there’s a prostitute showing up every now and then. That is a golden premise, and Tucci almost immediately lets it get away from him.

Geoffrey Rush stars as Alberto Giocametti, a Swiss-born French abstract painter and sculptor nearing the end of his career. He shares his studio with his less famous brother Diego (Tucci regular Tony Shalhoub), a bemused sort who understands Alberto inasmuch as fully understanding him is nearly impossible.

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Geoffrey Rush stars as Alberto Giacometti in “Final Portrait.” (Photo: Parisa Taghizadeh/Courtesy of Sony Pictures Classics)

Tortured Artist but on crack who, if ever happy with his creations, rarely shows it. Perpetually unkempt, anxious and grumpy, he is thoroughly driven by his work but sets a quality bar he can never seem to reach.

Even when “off the clock,” Alberto thinks about work and isn’t very good company. For esteemed writer and future biographer James Lord (Armie Hammer), he gets Alberto’s creative drive and frustrations and treats them as a matter of course.

Lord’s patience is challenged and then not long after Alberto asks him to sit for a portrait. Initially flattered, Lord begins to feel like a mere prop but won’t for the life of him voice any disdain or even offer up a whiff of attitude or negative body language.

What was supposed to take an afternoon turns into days and eventually weeks — which wouldn’t be so bad had Tucci not realized the film at as a chamber piece version of “Groundhog Day.” With black and white title cards, Tucci lets us know the tally of the passing days, which really isn’t needed as we know every time Alberto blurts out the same French obscenity in disgust — signaling he’s done for the day. After a

dozen or so versions of the same thing — taking up an hour of the 90-minute running time it becomes clear little will change. Pardon the obvious and painful pun, but watching this film is literally like watching paint dry.

Adding to the torture is Alberto’s color palette of black and multiple versions of grey and Tucci’s similar set and costume choices; there are no warm or Earth tones to be seen, save for the faces of (most of) the characters. Watching an unlikeable and an uninteresting person sit and do the same thing for any length of time without any story or character arcs isn’t making a point regarding the often elusive creative process, it’s just plain boring. The only interesting scene in the movie comes when Alberto makes a long term purchase/rental deal with a pimp.

Tucci has found his calling; he’s great at adding color, spice or being the guy behind the other guy on the set. Storytelling is not his forte and after four straight misses he should get the hint and leave bad enough alone.

Presented in English and frequent French with English subtitles.

(Sony Classics)

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‘IT WAS A JOY’

Nick Robinson, left, stars as Taylor Ogburn and Rosario Dawson stars as Krystal in “Krystal.”

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William H. Macy returns to native Georgia to direct ‘Krystal’

By Alex Tostado

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William H. Macy returned to Georgia to direct and star in his newest film, “Krystal.”

Macy, who lived in Georgia until he was 10 years old, knew he wanted to film in McDonough’s town square as soon as he arrived.

“It was a joy,” Macy said when asked what it was like to film in McDonough. “It was such a cute little town. I loved it. It was one of those rare instances when as a director you’re sort of imagining what the town square will look like, and as we did location scouts, there it was.

That was a good feeling.”

Macy said he and his crew were treated wonderfully by the Georgia Film Office, something that doesn’t always happen when a film has a “microbudget.”

“The Georgia Film Office was great with us,” Macy said. “They just rolled out the red carpet even though we were such a little film.

They couldn’t have been nicer.”

Macy isn’t the only person to step in front of the camera on “Krystal” with Georgia roots. Rapper and actor T.I., who stars as Willie, is from Atlanta.

“First of all, he is so good in the film, I just adore that guy,” Macy said when asked about working with T.I. “He is very funny, very dry. He is an original.”

Macy said T.I.’s presence on the camera is something that may be lost on the viewer.

“You don’t even notice, but in (a confrontational) scene with Nick (Robinson), Nick is 6, 8 inches taller than (T.I.) is, but (T.I.) scared the crap out of everyone.”

The star of the film, Robinson, who plays Taylor Ogburn, an 18-year-old with a heart condition — Paroxysmal Atria Tachycardia — and a charming southern drawl, is in a bulk of the movie as he tries to win over recovering alcoholic and former stripper, Krystal (Rosario Dawson). Due to Taylor’s PAT, he has not had many life experiences so to adopt a persona to relate

‘Krystal’ uses humor to address, break fear Krystal down the street. He follows her at a distance and wanders into the same building, not knowing exactly what is going on. He quickly learns it is an AA meeting. From here on,

By Alex Tostado to get Krystal’s attention, alex.tostado Taylor pretends to be a @gwinnettdailypost.com recovering alcoholic, too.

At some point in our Taylor enlists his lives, most of us will be brother, Campbell (Grant controlled by fear. Fear Gustin, TV’s “The Flash” of the unknown. Fear of and “Arrow”), to show him returning to old ways. Fear the ways of drinking and of losing or hurting loved getting high. ones. “Krystal” is a movie Taylor adopts a new for anyone who has sucpersona, Bo, modeled after cumbed to their fears. a man from AA named Bo “Krystal” is a comedic (Rick Fox). Taylor uses drama that leans more tothis bad boy lifestyle to ward comedic. It revolves woo Krystal. It is at this around 18-year-old Taylor point of the movie that we Ogburn (Nick Robinson, begin to see Taylor’s de“Love, Simon”). Taylor mons — literally — more suffers from Paroxysmal often.

Atria Tachycardia. This Robinson is in just about means his heart rate can every scene of “Krystal.” skyrocket due to highHe carries it with his stress or sexual situations. smooth southern drawl and Basically, Taylor has never balance of letting his goodtruly lived for being in guy nature accidentally constant fear that his heart seep into Bo, creating a will give out. That is, until humorous aspect to several Krystal (Rosario Dawson, scenes.

“Rent,” “Seven Pounds”) The chemistry Robincomes along. son and Gustin share as The former stripper and brothers is natural (Campprostitute is now a recover- bell calls Taylor Tay Tay ing alcoholic and addict much to Taylor’s ire). They who first meets Taylor bicker and fight like brothon the beach. Taylor is ers, too. so stunned by Krystal’s Director William H. beauty that his heart imMacy is able to portray the mediately begins to act up, fear several of the charand Krystal rushes Taylor acters feel in this movie to the hospital. The doctors in an easy-going way. tell Krystal to leave but He described the tone of Taylor, still infatuated, “Krystal” as “safe.” And it won’t let go of her hand. is. It tackles serious themes The next scene, Taylor with a lot of humor. This is walking around town (a movie is for anyone dealnondescript southern town, ing with fears or demons probably in South Caroin their lives. It shows they lina, but actually filmed in are not alone.

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“Krystal” movie director William H. Macy rehearses a scene while filming on the McDonough Square. (Photo: Heather Middleton)

to Krystal’s troubled past proves a difficult task. “(Robinson) is going to have a huge career,” Macy said. “… He was hardworking. He was prepared.

He is smart. … He is easy, and I really appreciate that in an actor. He’s deadly serious, and yet he’s not boorishly serious.”

Macy decided to take on this project because of its angle on addiction and fear.

“The reason I liked (‘Krystal’) is because it is sort of a deeper look into the world of addiction,” Macy said. “I love the fact that it went into the magical realism with the vision of Satan that Nick’s character can see.

“But at the end of the day, what the film is about is fear. I think we get loaded because we are afraid to face life, and who can blame us? Life is very painful and very frightening.”

Though the movie takes on these serious themes, Macy’s other draw to “Krystal” was its humor.

“I love the way it deals with substance abuse in such a gentle way,” Macy said. “If you go to see this film and you are in the throes of your own addiction, and perhaps you’re even at a crisis point, this film is not dangerous for you. … It’s so gentle and it’s funny, that I think maybe people can take strength from it.”

Macy credits his cast and crew for being able to make “Krystal” work on a tight schedule and budget.

“I got lucky with (making ‘Krystal’),” Macy said. “There were a lot of unknowns. A lot of it’s last-minute. It’s very difficult to cast something like this because the explosion of television, everybody is working. It was really difficult to find people who were willing to do it, who were available for these dates.”

Jacob Lattimore, who plays Krystal’s son, Bobby, stars in TV’s “The Chi.” Robinson had just finished filming “Love, Simon.”

Even Macy wasn’t planning on acting in “Krystal” but due to a shortage in options, he played Wyatt Ogburn, the father of Taylor (Robinson) and Campbell Ogburn (Grant Gustin).

“I had to step in front of the camera, and I hate doing that, but we were running out of time,” Macy said.

“I didn’t want to be in this thing but we could not cast Wyatt. We had a couple of people fall out at the last minute because of schedules. So it was going to be me and it was a no-brainer to ask Felicity (Huffman) to (be in ‘Krystal’).”

Huffman stars as Poppy Ogburn, Wyatt’s wife. Huffman and Macy have been married since 1997.

“I’ll cut to the chase; those scenes we did with her were the most fun I’ve ever had on film,” Macy said. “… I just loved what she did. I loved those scenes. We got to rehearse them, and I would have done those scenes all day.

They are my favorite scenes in the movie.”

William H. Macy, left, stars as Wyatt and Felicity Huffman stars as Poppy in “Krystal.”

Shallow and mindless, ‘Truth or Dare’ might bore you to death Truth or Dare (PG-13) HHHH

Violett Beane, right, and Tyler Posey are pictured in “Truth or Dare,” a supernatural thriller from Blumhouse Productions. (Photo: Peter Iovino/Blumhouse Productions)

By Michael Clark Movie Critic

Not to be confused with the Madonna concert documentary of the same name or anything resembling original, chilling horror, this “Truth or Dare” is 100 minutes of pure recycled genre clichés.

Shallow and mindless as the centuries old Christmas game providing its inspiration, this toothless yawner could have been something far better had it gone with some good old-school, R-rated skin and gore yet instead went the too-tame PG-13 route eviscerating it of any palpable sting, titillation or sense of danger.

Opening with a genderbalanced octet of millennial college students, it gets underway with a road trip ending in generic Mexico bar/party territory where the brainy, politically progressive, voiceof-reason Olivia (Lucy Hale) gets hoodwinked by a not-so-sly lounge

lizard. Ignoring every possible rule regarding movie strangers in a strange land, Olivia and her hammered cohorts follow him blindly to a desolate castle located in the far side of nowhere under the guise of landing at a 24-hour party. Blurting out “always say truth” on the way out, the stranger’s foreboding warning is laughed off and goes largely ignored.

Back at school in California, Olivia begins seeing and hearing things no one else can and in the film’s only fully bracing moment witnesses the faces of dozens of fellow students turning into variations of Jack Nicholson’s Joker

from the 1988 “Batman” and asking her, “Truth or dare?” Whether through make-up, prosthetics, CGI or a combination of all three, the evil upturned frozen grins highlighted with red eyes and arching eyebrows seen on the faces of at least three dozen characters throughout never gets old or loses its high creep factor.

Coming in a distant second to the Nicholson thing in the interesting stakes contest is the relationship between Olivia and her less-cerebral BFF Markie (Violett Beane). It’s clear from the opening scene that Markie is a manipulative user and a floozy who

regularly tests the trust and patience of her semidoormat boyfriend, Lucas (Tyler Posey). This will almost certainly come into play later when someone is asked (read: forced) to tell the truth while avoiding the dubious “dare” option.

The real narrative trouble starts early in the second act when the five (really, five?!) co-writers (one of which is director Jeff Wadlow — “Kick Ass 2”) begin to tinker with their own previously established ground rules by frequently changing them. A regular practice of sci-fi and horror, this is a sure-fire way to lose those in the audience concerned

with continuity and even some that are not or simply don’t care. The latter won’t mind because of the afore mentioned skin and gore quotient which, as mentioned, is absent here.

Despite some fleeting sex and violence, it’s nothing that couldn’t make it uncut on basic cable meaning it’s far too tame for most dedicated horror fans.

While the second act merely treads water and delivers a modicum of convenient methods of character departure, the third is a complete bust. An 11th hour second trip to Mexico by the three still above ground core cast members consists of (really) people writing and others reading aloud what’s been written.

Backed into a corner to concoct an ending which justifies our investment of nearly two hours, the quintet of scribes come up with some more awkward and silly narrative force-fitting.

Recognizing a cliffhanger is financially preferable over an actual cohesive ending, the filmmakers go straight to sequel preamble mode with the final scene. Given the usually high return on in-

vestment for horror flicks, a “Truth or Dare” sequel is practically an iron-clad guarantee which will be brilliantly titled “Truth or Dare 2.”

It’s worth mentioning (as the poster also does) that “Truth or Dare” was produced by the same folks at Blumhouse which gave us last year’s very good “Get Out” and the just OK “Happy Death Day.” Combined, these two movies cost a tad over $10 million to produce and took in a total of over $375 million globally — and that’s before home video and pay-per-view revenues.

The best thing about “Truth or Dare” is if your children play video games with any regularity you can rest assured nothing they see here will mess with their heads too much and you can see it with them. If anything, it will bore them to no end as it will you; that is unless you’re petrified at the idea of being reminded of revisiting ’80s era Jack Nicholson in pancake makeup while donned in ugly purple suits.

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Dwayne Johnson, left, stars as Davis Okoye and Jason Liles stars as George the gorilla in “Rampage.” (Special Photo)

Rampage (PG-13) ★★★★

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Okoye, who prefers hanging with animals instead of people, sees George as someone who needs help, Naomie Harris, not an animal who needs to

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Kate Caldwell and Staff Correspondent Naturally, the creatures Dwayne Johnson make their way to Chicago stars as Davis It took a quarter century, and try to wreak havoc.

Okoye in “Rambut Hollywood finally got It’s up to Okoye to prepage.” (Photo it right. courtesy of Warner vent the three beasts from Bros. Pictures) That’s how long it had destroying everything. been since the movie indusOkoye teams with Dr. Kate try was able to turn a video Caldwell (Naomie Harris), game into a quality movie, a geneticist, to prevent the stemming from the debacle chemicals from spreading that was Hollywood Stuthrough the world. The two even mention “Pixels,” dio’s “Super Mario Bros.” one of the industry’s bigmonsters and scored points are at odds with Agent Rus“Max Payne” or “Assassin’s gest stars, couldn’t turn the by pulverizing buildings. in 1993 all the way until sell (Jeffrey Dean Morgan), Creed.” now. first-shooter into a killer at Now, the story centers on who wants to turn animals “Street Fighter” and Dwayne Johnson, who the box office. The science Johnson as Davis Okoye, a into military weapons.

“Mortal Kombat” were stars in the entertaining fiction action film broke primatologist who spends “Rampage” adheres terrible, “Silent Hill” and “Rampage” — based on the about even on its $60 milhis time in the wild with closely to the formula that “Warcraft” weren’t much 1986 video game that fealion budget.

George, an albino gorilla has made Johnson one of better, and the “Tomb tures a mutated wolf, lizard But what will make who he raised. But Okoye’s the biggest stars on the Raider” and “Resident and gorilla who demolish “Rampage” a hit at the box and George’s relationship planet. Johnson — dressed Evil” franchises were OK, buildings — is no stranger office is it doesn’t try to is strained when a rogue in attire that play nicely to but would have never been to video game movies, star- replicate its arcade roots; it chemical experiment turns his chiseled frame — must brought to the silver screen ring in 2005’s “Doom.” But embraces them and evolves. George (Jason Liles) into find a way to keep the if they hadn’t been golden even Johnson, who at the In the video game, play- King Kong and a wolf and a people he cares about safe as video games. And don’t time was blossoming into ers controlled the massive lizard into freaks of nature, while the world is coming

down. In “San Andreas,” an earthquake caused the buildings to crumble. This time, monsters take the place of Mother Nature, as the film is very computer-generated imagery driven, making the audience feel as though it is watching a video game.

Johnson’s witty humor — both verbal and physical — have long been his staples, and he’s the same Johnson in “Rampage” as he’s been in his last three movies — “Baywatch,” “The Fate of the Furious” and “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle,” which collectively took home more than $2.2 billion at the worldwide box office.

Director Brad Peyton, who also was behind the camera for the 2015 hit “San Andreas,” clearly plays to Johnson’s strengths again, which means in “Rampage” the duo has a box office monster on their hands.

(Warner Bros.)