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ootball is a great sport! It’s fun to watch and takes talent to play. Vince Lombardi said it best, “Football is like life. It requires perseverance, self-denial, hard-work, sacrifice, dedication and respect for authority.” It’s no wonder these five, talented young men were chosen to represent their school on Our Town’s 8th Annual Football cover. Every year it is a blessing to meet some of the kindest, most respectful, and immensely talented young people in Paulding. These guys are no exception.
Cameron Foster - #58 East Paulding High School Cameron is the son of Phalisa and Greg Foster. He has played football 11 years and is a Defensive End for the Raiders. This season he is looking forward to working with East’s “great” coaching staff and being a leader for his younger teammates both on and off the field. Cameron is a member of FCA and DECA, and an active member of Crown of Life Community Baptist. After graduation he plans on playing football and studying sports medicine. He has interest from several universities including Kennesaw State, Shorter, Reinhardt, and Eastern Kentucky to name a few.
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Brody plays is the positions of Quarterback and Safety for the Hiram Hornets. He has played football for 13 years and is also a member of the Varsity baseball team at HHS. This football season he is looking forward to working as a strong team to achieve a winning season, as well as celebrating his final year of high school with his friends. After graduation, he plans on attending a local college and studying Civil Engineering. Brody is the son of Melissa and Rodney Lester.
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community spotlight By Diane Sohl, Kids Hope USA Director
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e are excited about starting our fourth year of mentoring students at Robert’s Elementary School in Dallas. By building relationships, we see life change in the students we work with, and our own lives as well.
As this school year begins we are looking for people who are interested in working with elementary school students for one hour, once a week through the school year, beginning in October and ending in May. One simple thing will make a big difference in the life of an at-risk child: One-on-one, positive attention from a responsible, caring adult. Kids Hope USA develops these one-on-one relationships through the creation of church-school partnerships that pair church members with at-risk kids in supportive, mentoring relationships. Kids Hope USA mentors spend just one hour per week, reading, talking, playing and listening to a child at school. By helping the child feel loved and valued, they help that child to learn, grow and succeed. Each mentor will also be paired with a prayer partner, who would be praying for the mentor and their student each week, from home, as the mentor gives you updates concerning the needs of the student. According to KidsHopeUSA.org, this is how Kids Hope USA works: Kids Hope USA is the catalyst for an expanding network of church/school partnerships. These partnerships take on the enormous challenge of kids at risk—One Child, One Hour, One Church, One School at a time—through one-on-one mentoring relationships. ONE CHILD There is a desperate need among at-risk children to be the “one-and-only” in the life of a caring adult. This need for love can only be met one child at a time. You can do something real, and be that one caring adult. So when your Kids Hope USA child asks, “How many other children do you see at my school?” you can say, “I’m here, just for you.” When kids feel loved and valued, they are better able to learn, grow and succeed. ONE HOUR Sixty critical minutes each week when a trained mentor befriends a child and helps him or her acquire basic academic skills. How much is an hour worth? One educator seems to think an hour is worth a lot. “Given the choice between $100,000 for instructional material or the love of Kids Hope USA mentors,” she says, “I would choose the love.” One hour a week, every week, is the most important hour many of these kids have. One hour of one-on-one attention, just for them. ONE CHURCH Takes ownership of a program with its neighborhood school and provides a trained mentor and a behind-the-scenes prayer partner for each child. Many church members today have a deep longing to do something real, to make a real difference. Kids Hope USA gives churches the tools they need to tap into this energy and create a meaningful, sustainable partnership with a school in their community. Kids Hope USA church/school partnerships offer churches and their members the opportunity to put their faith into action. ONE SCHOOL Welcomes this proven intervention to increase the academic skills of at-risk children, while incurring no additional expense. Our schools need help. Too many of their children face a world full of problems they didn’t create, and can do nothing about. Principals and teachers recognize Kids Hope USA mentors as an effective, proven intervention in the lives of their at-risk kids. They know how the one-onone relationships fostered by a Kids Hope USA program restore self-confidence and personal security, and encourage academic excellence in their school.
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family focus The College Journey and the Law: Tips for Students & Parents
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any young adults are beginning a new chapter in their lives, as they depart home and head out on their college journey. It is certainly an exciting time, but it is also the first time many of them have left home alone for an extended period of time. This can be fraught with nervousness for both the parent and the child. While on their own, some students may find themselves, either due to poor choices or by being in the wrong place at the wrong time, encountering law officials, as well as the judicial system. Many people may not know how best to deal with this situation when it occurs. This is why it is important for everyone to understand the law, in order to handle such situations in a safe manner. Below are five tips that our law firm would like to share with students and parents in preparation for the college sendoff. Momentary Decisions Have Future Consequences – If you think your actions could get you arrested, then that should be a clear indication to not do it. College students may not always realize that their actions are illegal or realize that all actions have consequences. However, an arrest can impact the rest of your life, including your career, your current and future family, and more. Rights – Know and Exercise Your Rights - If you or a friend is arrested, know that you have the right to remain silent until you consult with an attorney. And, in most cases, this is sound advice.
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Dallas Farmer’s Market Saturdays (Now – December) 8am - 1pm; Weather Permitting 25 Courthouse Square, in the Georgia Highlands Parking lot formerly the old Courthouse annex in Dallas! http://tdfm.org. Paulding Chamber - Georgia Power Luncheon-Paulding Senior Center September 1; Thursday 11am - 1pm Public Safety Luncheon speaker Judge Dean Bucci; ($20/mem, $25/non-mem prepaid; $5 more at door.) Register at pauldingchamber.org or call 770-4456016.
Football in Paulding September 2 and every Friday through November 4; 7:30pm East Paulding Raiders, Hiram Hornets, North Paulding Wolfpack, Paulding County Patriots and South Paulding Spartans. Schedules are on pgs 18 and 19. Lake Paddle and Hike Sweetwater State Park, Lithia Springs September 3; Saturday 9am – 12pm Includes kayak or canoe, paddle and hike to seldom visited area. Rated moderate. Must be able to swim and over age 12. Sturdy, closed-toe shoes required. $20 plus $5 parking. For info call 770-732-5871. Art Show at the MableHouse in Mableton September 6-27; Visit www.georgiaart.net for complete information. Udder Insanity Cow Patty Bingo Festival benefitting NPHS Band September 9; Friday 5pm-9pm at the NPHS Campus Food Trucks - Bounce Houses - Face Painting - Rock Wall - Dunk Tank - Games - Band Performance. COW PATTY BINGO with $1,000.00 Prize! $5.00/person, under 3 is free. Bring a lawn chair and a friend! www.northpauldingband.com Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic at Kritters Country Club* September 10; 2nd Saturday of the month Kritters Country Club is located at 7377 W. Strickland Street in Douglasville. Call 770489-7500 for hours and more information. Concerts in the Park presented by Paulding County Parks and Recreation September 10; Saturday 8pm – 10pm at Veterans Park Tribute – a celebration of the Allman Brother’s Band. Free admission; refreshments available. No alcohol. 240 Constitution Blvd., Dallas. For more info call the Recreation office at 770-445-8065. Georgia Chapter of the Trail of Tears Association Meeting September 10; Saturday 10:30am at the Vann House in Chatsworth Speakers - Cherokee Nation citizens Patsy Edgar and Tony Harris. Meetings are free and open to everyone. For more info visit www.gatrailoftears.org or email Tony Harris at harris7627@bellsouth.net Paulding Meadows Arts and Crafts Festival September 10 and 11; Saturday and Sunday at Earl Duncan Park - Dallas Featuring Arts & Crafts, Food, Entertainment, and More! For more information visit www.PauldingFestivalsInc.com CASA Paulding- Training Opportunity September 12 through October 12; Monday and Wednesdays 9am-12pm or 6pm – 9pm at Chattahoochee Tech College Paulding CASA Volunteer Training Program. For info call CASA 770-505-0065 email maria@ casapaulding.org. Dallas Food Truck Friday with LIVE Concert September 16; Friday 6pm – 9pm on Main Street Dallas* Delicious BBQ, American, Italian, Mexican and more. Plus funnel cakes and other sweets. Live Music, Games, and Face painting! www.dallasgeorgiama.com 2016 Back the Badge Ride September 17; Saturday Registration 11am – 1pm Paulding Citizen Center Honoring Paulding County Sheriff ’s, City of Hiram Police, and City of Dallas Police Departments. Escorted ride. $20 per bike. Raffle/Auction/Lunch available. Call Stacey Sargent for info 404-725-8589. Events continued on pg 24
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faith
Building Perseverance
By Stephanie Reck, LMSW, LBT,BCCC
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efinition of perseverance: Steadfastness in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.
Runners have to dig deep to find the motivation to continue despite pain and weather challenges. There are boundless opportunities that a runner can use to quit. The option of quitting must be banished from the runner’s mind, as well as the mind of a Christian.
Synonyms for perseverance: Persistence, tenacity, determination, staying power, and steadfastness. My alarm clock sounded off loudly at the usually 6 am, but on this Monday morning I did not want to get up for my usual morning run. The weather was already hot and humid, and I was just plain tired. I just wanted to crawl back into bed, but I remembered the commitment that I made over a year ago that I would become a runner. Becoming a runner was no small task for me, being that I never ran long distance before, but I became disciplined and achieved the ability to run several miles without feeling like I was going to pass out. Here I am over a year later and the once amazing results that I saw my physique transform into has lessened. In other words, I am seeing little progress in my physical body changing, it seems my weight has stayed the same over the summer. So I woke-up on this hot Monday morning thinking to myself, “what’s the point in running I’m not seeing results anymore.” I heard not audible but in that still small voice of God, “I am building perseverance within you, and you are learning not to quit when it gets tough or there is little results.” The Lord has used my running to teach me many things that I can apply to my walk with Him.
Last week, I got up at my usual 6 am time to go out for my run, but was meet with a torrential downpour. I had already made up my mind I was going to run to matter what, so that is what I did through the rain. I persevered through the rain! When life gets tough we must make a resolve never to quit or give-up our faith or on Jesus.
Persistence and steadfastness mark our Christian walk. If we are to discipline our minds and bodies, perseverance is key. Why? Because I can almost guarantee you will want to quit or give-up somewhere along your life’s journey. This is especially true in our relationship with Jesus, we may want to give up on God when He does not seem to answer our prayers in a timely manner or the way we think they should be answered. It is not just God we can give up on but our marriages, jobs, ministry, or our health.
Resilience, is the ability to recover and continue in life no matter the problem or obstacle. Perseverance, is the ability to persist in life’s pursuits in spite of difficult obstacles. Resilience and perseverance are character traits that can be learned! We can not only endure trials (preserve) but come out stronger in the end! (Romans 5:3-4). Learn to persevere-continue on despite challenges. The more you remain steadfast through problems, your perseverance will build.
As Christians it is important to develop the characteristic of perseverance; we will need this trait when times get tough and we see little or no progress in our lives. When trials come our character and spiritual strength will be tested. We must be rooted and grounded in Christ to overcome life’s challenges.
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f you have an interest in looking up obscure holidays and celebrations, you will find that August 16th is National Roller Coaster Day. As you know, a roller coaster is used as a metaphor for many areas of life – including the financial markets. As an investor, what can you learn from this thrill ride? Here are a few suggestions: • Don’t jump off. This is pretty standard advice for all roller coaster riders – but it’s also a good recommendation for investors. Specifically, you don’t want to exit the financial markets when they turn volatile. It can be tempting to do so, because the markets do indeed experience dizzying drops from time to time. But if you jump out of the markets when they’re down, you may be on the outside when they start their climb, potentially missing out on gains. • Protect yourself. When you’re on a roller coaster, you are typically advised to keep your arms and legs inside the car to protect your extremities from dangerous contact with the track and other cars. As an investor, you also need to protect yourself from dangers such as a market downturn. If you owned just one type of asset, such as aggressive growth stocks, and a downturn occurred, you’d likely take a big hit. One of the best ways to help avoid this possibility is to diversify your holdings among stocks, bonds and other investments. Although diversification can’t guarantee a profit or protect against losses, it can help reduce the impact of volatility on your portfolio. • Keep looking forward. When you’re on a roller coaster, you don’t want to look backward. Not only could you strain your neck, but you’ll also be unprepared for the ups, downs, twists and turns that await you. When you invest, you want to keep looking forward as well. By keeping your eyes, and your focus, on your long-term goals, such as a comfortable retirement, you can be better prepared to follow a consistent strategy designed to help get you to your destination. • Don’t bring extra baggage. For obvious reasons, it’s not a good idea to bring any loose or extra baggage inside a roller coaster car that may have you going upside down at 90 or so miles per hour. As an investor, you don’t want to be saddled with any extra “baggage,” either – and one of the biggest sources of this baggage is unrealistic expectations. If you think you will earn double-digit returns every year, you will likely be disappointed – and your disappointment could lead you to make unwise decisions, such as constantly buying and selling investments to improve your performance. This type of activity is expensive, time-consuming and usually futile. So, when you invest, maintain realistic expectations – it can help you stay on track toward your goals. By following these basic guidelines for roller coasters, you’ll enjoy a safer ride. And by observing similar rules for investing, you can help make your investment “journey” smoother – and less scary. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.
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all is upon us! Along about the middle of August, some people’s thoughts turn to football, while gardeners begin to think about cleaning up the garden. Fall will bring cool mornings, making it nice to head outdoors to accomplish one of the most important tasks of gardening: Putting your garden to bed. Cut your flowering perennials to ground level unless you like to keep the seed heads for the birds. Some form excellent snacks for chickadees and goldfinch. Since we have birdfeeders in our yard, we usually cut the stalks down and cover the beds with dried leaves or mulch for winter protection. Speaking of birds, don’t neglect your birdhouses. Repair any that might need it and clean them now and again in the spring. Birds like clean, empty houses – free of any bees, wasps or other critters – to begin their broods. If you don’t have birdhouses, get some. Blue birds build as early as February and bring a measure of joy that is indescribable. If you are like me, you enjoy the deck or porch jumbled up with all sorts of clay or ceramic pots chock full of annuals and house plants during the spring and summer. Fall is the time to empty them of spent flowers before the cold weather. Thoroughly wash out the pots and store them in the shed, basement or somewhere out of the winter cold. It’s not a pretty sight to look out some beautiful, snowy morning to see those expensive pots cracking, chipping and falling apart right before your very eyes. The same goes for your nice tools. Who likes to discover sometime around December that brand new rake you bought at the beginning of spring propped up against the fence just turning to rust? Store your tools safely away in the barn or shed after you have washed and oiled them. They will last practically forever. And, don’t just throw them in the shed; hang them up on nails or hooks. You’ll be glad you did when you go out there to look for the Christmas lights. Drain your hoses of every bit of water, coil them up and get them stored properly. Expect a leaky surprise if you don’t! Oh, and don’t forget to store away those wire tomato cages. In a high winter wind, they can roll around your yard like a bunch of runaway tumbleweed. When you rake or blow your leaves from the lawn, do not bag them and leave them beside the road for the garbage truck! Not unless you want ME to come get them first. Leaves are God’s fall gift to you. They are natural mulch for your flower beds or vegetable plot. You can run the lawnmower over them once or twice to chop them up a bit or use them as they are. Just use them! Leaves eventually create rich loamy dirt and are a wonderful home for earthworms which every garden needs. Use the cooler days of fall to your advantage and accomplish your cleanup tasks. The following spring you will be so thankful! The author of this article, Jo Irish, is a Paulding County Master Gardener Extension Volunteer Emeritus. For more information on contact a Master Gardener or the County Extension Agent at the Paulding County Cooperative Extension Office at 770-443-7616 or check us out online at www.ugaextension.org/paulding.
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s we begin the fall sports again unfortunately also begins the injuries. Every year an estimated 2 million injuries occur yearly to high school athletes with 500,000 requiring doctors’ visits. Football is responsible for the greatest number of injuries followed closely by basketball, soccer and baseball. So can someone prevent injuries from occurring during sports participation? The most important thing anyone can do is staying in shape in the offseason. Most injuries that occur early in the season are due to being out of shape. For example, one study showed that ACL injuries in women’s basketball were significantly decreased by making sure the players were working on an offseason program. Another thing that you can do is warm up and cool down properly. Lastly, to prevent injuries you should always wear the appropriate gear such as pads, helmets or cups.
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So unfortunately you are feeling pain after practice or a game. “Are you hurt or are you injured?” What is the difference? An ‘injury’ involves damage to one of the bones, muscles, tendons or ligaments, whereas a ‘hurt’ is an ache and pain that can come from pushing yourself hard or working out. How do you know which is which? The first thing to look out for is how the pain came about. Was there an episode where you felt sudden pain or did the pain come about slowly? Did you feel a pull or a pop? Generally injuries occur quickly. The athlete will suddenly feel something during the course of the sport while they get hit or are changing direction. Next thing to look at is how does it look? Is there swelling or bruising? How quickly did the swelling or bruising come about? Injuries often will be accompanied by swelling that comes about quickly after the episode. The swelling will often have bruising as well.
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How do I know if I should go to the doctor or not? First of all don’t forget about the trainer at your school. They can be an invaluable resource about treatment and management of injuries. If no trainer is available then think about the injury. Was there a moment when I suddenly felt the pain? How did it respond afterwards? Injuries will generally continue to hurt despite rest, ice and medicines. If you are just hurt things will slowly improve with those measures. If you are in doubt you should have it evaluated by your doctor. If you are injured the good news is that most injuries never require surgery. The vast majority of injuries respond very well to time off from sport combined with physical therapy and medications. The most important thing is not to try and play through the injury as that can make the injury even more severe perhaps taking you out even longer. OrthoAtlanta’s Dr. Richard Maguire is a Sports Medicine fellowship trained orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Hiram, Georgia. For more information regarding Dr. Maguire or to make an appointment please call 770-445-5666 or visit www.orthoatlanta.com.
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en don’t have the best track record when it comes to taking care of themselves. It’s safe to say we all know someone who is just plain stubborn about going to the doctor. Even if they exhibit clear symptoms that should be checked out, say wheezing, chronic fatigue or worse, it can be a challenge to get them to seek medical help. Of course, not all men are like this. In fact, as a whole, men have been getting better about taking care of themselves, according to new data gathered by the American Academy of Family Physicians. “Men have begun paying more attention to their health and acting to maintain good health,” says Wanda Filer, MD, MBA, president of the AAFP and a practicing family physician. “They are getting physical exams, increasing their exercise activity, and getting their health care from their regular doctor.” With this encouraging news, it’s important to remember that men’s health is still a big concern. By keeping the following three points in mind, you can help yourself, or a loved one, lead a longer and healthier life. Health care is preventive, too. It’s a common misconception that you go to the doctor only when you’re sick or not feeling well. So, what’s the most common barrier that prevents men from seeing a doctor? Answer: themselves. According to a 2016 survey conducted by Harris Poll on behalf of the AAFP, 31 percent of men wait until they feel extremely sick before seeing a doctor, and 21 percent say they have no reason to go to a doctor when feeling healthy. As Filer says, “Not feeling sick is not necessarily the same as being healthy.” Early detection and preventive care are two of the most important ways to maintain health and prevent potential health concerns from becoming major problems. Step away from the screen. Though more men exercise in 2016 than they did in the AAFP’s 2007 survey (80 percent vs 74 percent), many men still spend a considerable amount of time looking at screens. In the 2016 online survey of 916 men across the country, the AAFP found that men spend, on average, about 20 hours each week working at a computer and 19 hours in front of a television. While it’s nearly impossible to avoid screens in this day and age, men should be motivated to take on more physical and active hobbies that can reduce stress and improve their physical health.
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Develop a relationship with a family physician. An important step men can take to ensure they receive regular checkups and preventive care is to regularly visit a family physician. Nearly eight in 10 men (79 percent) have a regular doctor or health care professional they see when they are sick or want medical advice, however, a family physician not only treats the whole person, but the whole family. This is because an individual’s health should be a concern for the entire family. The value of a family physician is that they perform routine checkups, immunizations and screenings. They can also treat chronic illnesses such as high blood pressure, asthma, arthritis and depression. “If more men develop ongoing relationships with their family physician, their perception of good health is more likely to become reality,” said Dr. Filer.
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Wheel Believers Car, Truck, & More Show at Smyrna UMC September 17 (rain date – September 24); Saturday Registration 9:30am – 12pm, Judging 12pm - 2pm, Awards 3pm All cars, vintage campers, trucks, motorcycles, and tractors welcome. Entry fee is $20. Phat Phil’s Food Truck will be there. Smyrna UMC is located at 9199 Buchanan Hwy, Dallas. For info call Steve Weaver at 770-256-7289. Prime of Life Expo at WellStar Paulding Hospital September 17; Saturday 9am – 3pm Onsite screening and informative seminars helping you find resources to stay active, healthy and financially sound. For complete schedule visit pauldingchamber.org North Georgia State Fair - Jim R Miller Park – Marietta September 22nd - October 6th Visit northgeorgiastatefair.com for complete information. 2nd Annual Ride Against Road Rage sponsored by Hardy Chevrolet September 24; Saturday Registration 11am, Kickstands up at 12pm From Hardy Chevrolet to Paulding Meadows, this ride is in honor of Kyle Norman to bring awareness to the seriousness of road rage. Music, Food, T-shirts and giveaway. Cars welcome! $21 per bike. Proceeds benefit Shepherd’s Rest Ministries.
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Grand Opening of Vintage 13 Boutique September 29-October 1; Thursday - Saturday Vintage 13 is located at 140 B Main Street, Hiram. For info call 770-773-0803. 10th Annual Cornerstone Community Challenge October 1; Saturday 8am Poplar Square Shopping Center Parking Lot The CC Challenge addresses the issue of domestic violence with all proceeds going to Shepherd’s Rest Ministries. Open to all ages and abilities. Poplar Square Shopping Center - 5886 Wendy Bagwell Parkway, Hiram. Be a Sponsor, Vendor, Walker, or Runner. www.cornerstone5k.net/ Cowboy Day @ The Town of Ynot October 1; Saturday 12pm Join the Ynot Cowboys for a day of family fun with lots of entertainment and free hot dogs and drinks. Bring a chair and enjoy a good ole fashion family day! $10 per car. 586 Benson Road Dallas, Ga 30132. www.facebook.com/TheTownOfYnot Skills of the Past - Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site October 1; Saturday 10am – 4pm Learn the skills Native Americans had that helped them survive in their everyday lives. Life demonstrations. $2 -$6 770-387-3747. Georgia Blues and Roots Festival - Mable House – Mableton October 1; Saturday 10am – 10pm For information and schedules visit gabluesnroots.org Ongoing Monthly Events-During Holidays confirm dates/times with coordinator Paulding Literacy Council Programs: Learn more by calling 770-974-5531. l Become An Adult Reading Tutor – tutors needed; training provided. l Tutoring sessions for any resident who wants to learn/improve reading skills. l English Classes on Mondays and Wednesdays. To register call 770-443-1660 l Class Instruction for GED. To register call 770-443-1660
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Paulding Parks & Recreation Program Registration* recreation.paulding.gov/wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/SPLASH.html Check online for list of their programs and registration periods. Paulding Photography Club – Downtown Dallas* 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month; 7pm For more information visit www.facebook.com/PauldingPhotographyClub. Crossroads Public Library 909 Harmony Grove Church Rd Acworth GA, 30101. 770-975-0197. CLOSED: September 3 - 5, 2016 – Labor Day Fall Gardening Classes: Monday, September 12 – Fall Gardening at 4pm Monday, September 19 – Seed Saving at 5:30pm For details call 770.975.0197 or visit www.Facebook.com/crossroadslibrary **Email events to info@ourtownfamily.com, by the 12th of the month. *Please follow sample in calendar; 50 WORDS OR LESS; SPACE IS LIMITED! Put “Event” in the subject line. RESTRICTIONS APPLY.
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community By George Fandos
Living in Paulding and Buying in Paulding. It’s Good for Us
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customers and neighbors want than national brands pushing the big investments they’ve made to address something that might be hot in Chicago or L.A. n Communities with a healthy local business community are more attractive to entrepreneurs and skilled workers to decide to settle in with their families.
church on line now. I hate to think of what’s next.
But are we destined to only buy gasoline and Our Paulding on You! fresh foodBusinesses locally? Does it matterDepend to residents and
We are home to two Walmart stores. Walmart doesn’t publish the target population numbers where they choose to build, but clearly they expect good growth and our demographics meet their profile. To me, that feels like more “big store”, homogenous capacity than we need. We have attracted many of the other big box stores as well, including Home Depot, Target and many, many national franchises for ice cream, coffee and fast food. Are we losing our local flair? How many neon signs can our busy street horizons afford? With profits flowing out of northwest Georgia are we headed towards only minimum wage, service jobs in the future? And don’t forget about all the purchases made over the Internet from Amazon and other rising Internet suppliers. How convenient are these sites: browse, click and they show up on your front porch? We can even go to
I think most believe it does matter but changing our “convenience first” behaviors may be easier said than done. Buying local can protect our future and ensure a healthy and diverse economy.
So what can you do to invest in your community? Be intentional with your family about where you spend your dollars and time. Think about which purchases might go to the “big box” sellers, which ones are best accomplished on-line and which purchases will be most meaningful and valuable, purchased locally. And while you’re at it, reach out and meet your neighbors that are operating small businesses to extend our community.
There are many good reasons for buying in Paulding, some of which include: n Buying local can ultimately support YOU and your family. Many studies have shown that when you buy from independent, locally-owned operators, more of your money stays in the community and supports other local businesses. n Non-profits and churches on average receive over 250% more support from smaller businesses than large, corporate players. n Maintaining our unique community - having local places to eat, shop and have services done keeps Paulding true to itself. It’s what attracted us all to live here. n Job quantity and quality both rise as employees grow with small businesses. Many starting jobs pay at the same rate for both large and local businesses. But growth and experience are richer in the small business than being part of a corporate entity. n Local businesses are better at knowing what their
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f you have always wanted to devote an entire room to the greatest game ever invented during the history of mankind, here are some tips on creating an NFL Man Cave you can be proud of. 1. The Room The first step to create your own NFL Mecca should center on room selection. I have found that garages, basements, screened porches, or patios tend to have the most potential. Having direct access to the outdoors for pizza deliveries and beer runs is certainly a plus, but not a deal breaker if you can’t manage it. After you’ve chosen the location, you want to start planning the layout and overall character of your room. 2. The Layout This one’s actually pretty straightforward and intuitive for most avid NFL fans. The room’s focal point is going
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to be the television, so make sure you plan the layout so the most number of seats can be placed around it and every seat will have a clear, unobstructed view. Simply plan the rest of the room’s furnishings (like mini fridges, home bar setups, memorabilia shelves, etc.) around keeping things from obstructing the screen and you’ll be golden. If you can, it would be practical to plan out where things will go without actually moving them in because you’ll want to complete the next step before you flood the room with new furniture.
flags, football rugs, banners, team posters and artwork, etc.) to bring your room up to the next level. 4. The Tech In addition to displaying your team merchandise and colors, an Ultimate NFL Man Cave MUST have an HD television. The TV should be large enough so that everybody can see it clearly and have a decent speaker system so you don’t miss any bad calls. An often overlooked component for a man cave is a current generation game console. If you think you’re better off without a game system, consider this: with a Sony PS3, you can play Madden, watch Blu Ray movies, surf the Web *and* stream Netflix (and it’s cheaper than a regular Blu Ray player). Adding a game console to your set up makes the room for more usable when there’s no football to watch.
3. The Decor The colors of your NFL Team will certainly play a major role in the design of the room. Fortunately, most hardware stores have these paint schemes available, and if not, they can mix any color imaginable. Once you have the paint, decide how you want to lay it out on the walls (stripes, top and bottom, etc.). You might also want to try your hand at prominently painting your team’s logo on the wall. In addition to an awesome paint job you should also have some NFL merchandise on display (bobble heads, team jerseys,
5. The Beverage Strategy Admit it. Having to walk through the entire house to grab a drink from the kitchen could mean you miss a 75 yard touchdown pass or the humor of watching a field goal kicker pull his hamstring after making a 28 yard field goal in the 3rd quarter. Keeping your drinks close by means you can remain close to the action. Whether you simply keep a bucket of ice filled with drinks by your side, a stocked mini fridge in the corner, or go the whole hog and install a fancy wet bar and a kegerator, you’ll be glad you came up with a beverage strategy.
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Studying under Atlanta’s Master of Photography, John Haigwood was a tremendous boost to David’s natural talent. With Haigwood’s mentoring, David learned different lighting techniques, composition and advance fundamentals which gave his portraits that little extra shine. Since then, David has enjoyed working on photo shoots for Our Town magazine, local celebrities, schools and families, as well as global corporations such as After Six formal wear rentals. Always pushing the creative envelope, David has the same enthusiasm he brings when he’s hired to shoot for his commercial clients. No matter if he’s shooting a mother’s belly bump, a family portrait or a wedding, or the fabulous top athletes in Paulding County, David will surpass expectations and bring the experience to a whole new creative level. David has a mastery of lighting, styling, editing and most of all, a vision for capturing a portrait in time that tells the perfect story. To see more of David’s fantastic work, visit his online galleries of families, couples, children and more by visiting his website, JFXdigital.com. If you would like to contact David, you can reach him at 770-687-6378.
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Chad Terrell #81 North Paulding High School Chad has played football for five years and is a Wide Receiver and Safety for the Wolfpack. His parents are Tamla and Leslie Terrell. This football season he is looking forward to reaching new heights with his team, and getting ready for the next level [of life]. Also at NPHS, he plays basketball and runs track, and is a member of the 620 Youth Department at Faith Christian Center. After his senior year, Chad plans to pursue the college that fills his education and football needs. He is excited to enter “the real world.”
Dionte’ Ruffin #6 Paulding County High School Dionte’ is the son of Janita Ruffin and Chris Byrd. He has played football since he was 7 years old and is a Safety, Cornerback, Wide Receiver, Kick Return, Punter and Punt Return for the Patriot Nation. He is looking forward to getting out there with “my savages” and “making the world know about Paulding County!” Dionte’ also plays basketball and runs track at PCHS. After high school, he plans to graduate from a four-year college and pursue his dream of playing in the National Football League.
Michael Carter, II #26 South Paulding High School Michael has played football for eight years and is a Safety and Wide Receiver for the Spartans. His parents are Michael and Donna Carter. He is excited about going on the field every Friday night to compete with his teammates, as well as having a fun senior year with his friends and graduating. At SPHS he is involved in baseball and a member of the BETA Club. Upon graduation, Michael plans to “play football at Duke University and hopefully, be an early contributor to the team.”
This amazing shoot would not be possible without the talents of Photographer David Jones at JFX Digital. His professionalism, eye for detail and creativity always makes our boys look like pros. We couldn’t do this without him. Many thanks to Principal Dr. Paul M. McMahon, Athletic Director Jamie Watkins, Head Coach Van Spence and Robbie Jarvis of Paulding County High School for the use of their beautiful field and locker rooms. We also appreciate the assistance of all the Athletic Directors and Head Coaches from each school. They sent great senior representatives and should be proud! The game schedules for each high school are located on pages 18 and 19, which is also a handy pull out for quick reference. We hope you’ll take the opportunity to attend one of the games and cheer these fine young men to victory!
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Potato Scramble w/ Butternut Squash and Pasilla Peppers (Serves 4)
Start your day with this tasty breakfast treat. 1 1/4 pounds (3 medium) peeled, diced russet potatoes 2 tablespoons canola oil Salt and pepper 1 cup diced stemmed and seeded pasilla peppers (or green chili pepper) 4 cups grated butternut squash (about 1 pound) 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions 3/4 cup grated low-fat jack or Cheddar cheese Heat oven to 350°F. In large pot of boiling water, boil potatoes for 5 minutes or until barely tender; drain. In skillet over high heat, heat oil. Add potatoes and season with salt and pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes or until golden brown. Add peppers and cook until just softened. Mix in squash and green onions; Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes more. Spread potato mixture evenly in baking dish; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 15 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Sweet Potato and Kale Salad with Fresh Pineapple A little sweet, a little spicy, and all kinds of tasty and healthy. 2 large Sweet Potatoes, microwaved and cut into 1-inch cubes 1 bunch kale, chopped 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium shallot, minced 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped 3/4 cup fresh pineapple chopped, or canned in juice pineapple, drained 1 cup chopped walnuts
In a large bowl, combine the kale, vinegar, salt, and olive oil. Dig in with your hands and massage the kale until it begins to wilt and soften. Add the remaining ingredients, tossing to mix well. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Bombay Potato Curry (Serves 4)
A delicious side dish for fish or chicken with an international flair. 1 pound small red potatoes, cut in half 1 Tbsp vegetable oil 1 cup sliced onion 2 Tbsp curry powder 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies 2 Tbsp mango chutney In a saucepan, cover potatoes with cold water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Drain. In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until it starts to brown. Stir in curry powder and cook 1 minute. Add potatoes, tomatoes and chutney; bring to a simmer and cook, covered, for 5 minutes.
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