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Van crash in Commerce leaves 3 dead, 8 injured COMMERCE — Those involved in Monday’s fatal van wreck in Jackson County were from several states including Georgia, and a 29-year-old Mableton man was among the three pronounced dead at the scene.

Paul J. Truesdell, reported to be a member of the “black metal” band Wormreich, died in the wreck as did 30-year-old Madison, Tenn., resident Ian McKinney, also of Wormreich, and 25-year-old Nicholas Criostomo of Round Hill, Va., a member of Atlanta-based Khaotika.

The Facebook pages of both bands which had previously included photos and postings of the recent Spartanburg appearance and other performances have been stripped of previous content

by Tuesday.

Jackson County Director of Emergency Services Steve Nichols said four Jackson County med units and a Banks County unit assisted law enforcement at the scene where eight others had been injured.

Three passengers were ejected, authorities said.

The 15-passenger van was transporting the bands, which described themselves as “black metal” and occult metal, and pulling equipment in a trailer from South Carolina toward Atlanta when it careened off Interstate 85 at the exit ramp to Ga. Highway 98 in Jackson County at about 7 a.m. Monday, authorities said.

The driver, identified as 27-yearold Sergio J. Quesada, of Athens,

“apparently fell asleep and allowed the vehicle to leave the roadway, at which time the vehicle struck a tree on the passenger side,” said Georgia State Patrol Cpl. Scott Smith.

Quesada was uninjured but could be facing charges in the aftermath of the ongoing investigation by the Georgia State Patrol.

Based on incorrect information from the county’s 911 Center, Nichols indicated Tuesday that a fourth person had died. That was dispelled, however, when Jackson County Coroner Keith Whitfield determined a message for him to call Northeast Georgia Medical Center, where three of the injured were taken, was misinterpreted by a center employee as a forthcoming death notification. It was not.

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Investigators work at an accident scene where three were pronounced dead Monday when a 15-passenger van carrying members of two bands left the roadway and crashed into a tree off an I-85 exit. Eight others sustained injury but the driver was unhurt. ported to Athens Regional Medical

Center in Athens, Nichols said.

JCCHS SPORTS

Hall of Fame banquet will honor athletes

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local produce and products.

With a plethora of farms in and near Jackson County, the school could utilize and learn from area farmers and about locally-grown foods.

Students discovered the importance of agriculture through learning, both educationally and nutritionally, where their food originates.

Many items on the CPS breakfast and lunch menus were sourced from local farmers.

Menu items included beef from Brush Creek Farm

Jackson County Comprehensive High School opens its doors to a new class next month, and it isn’t the next crop of young scholars.

Jackson County will induct nine members into the 2015 Hall of Fame next month. It is only the second class to be inducted into JCCHS’ Hall of Fame. The first class was inducted in 1985, and its only members are the 1930 and 1964 state champion boys’ basketball teams.

This year’s class features 1951 state championship basketball, Arlen Berrymen, D.L. Hitchcock, Florine Griffeth, James Brown, Nikki Sosebee, Cheryl Martin, O’dell Collins and current JCCHS wrestling head coach Jason Powers.

“It is a huge honor to be part of the class of 2015,” said Powers. “Jackson County has a long history of great teams and distinguished athletes, (so to be nominated) is a huge honor.”

In the early 2000s, Powers won three wrestling state titles at Jackson County and was an academic AllAmerican.

“The Hall of Fame is extremely important because of the tradition and history of the athletic department and its programs,” said Powers.

He added the wrestling team has “made sure to remember” past wrestlers by hanging pictures of past state champions and state runner-ups in the school’s cafeteria.

Now, wrestlers have something more than just a picture to aim for as a goal.

“They (the wrestlers) will say to themselves, ‘I’ll be remembered as an exceptional athlete,’ if they receive the Hall of Fame honor,” Powers explained.

Powers said he received a phone call and was told about his induction. The first people he told, his parents.

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Commerce Primary School students, who donned bright green Georgia Grown T-shirts, marked Feed My School for a Week with State Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black (below) who gave students a visual example of the number of additional farmers needed to supply future food needs. See more scenes from the Georgia Grown event at ClickThePaper.com

‘Feed My School’ Georgia Grown

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The Commerce City School Nutrition Program and Com-

merce Primary School (CPS) celebrated Georgia Grown’s “Feed My School for a Week” during the week of March 23-

27.

It was a fun-filled week where students and teachers ate healthy and local while learning from where their food comes.

CPS was one of five schools in Georgia selected for the “Feed My School” initiative by the Georgia Department of Agriculture, so the staff was thrilled to be a part of the prestigious and informative program. This program increases awareness about the importance of proper nutrition and healthy eating while assisting schools in sourcing

Rep. Benton touts HB 170 to Hoschton council

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State Rep. Tommy Benton attended the Hoschton City Council meeting on Monday to discuss House Bill 170 (HB170) which deals with funding for transportation infrastructure.

The final version of HB170 converts the state sales tax on motor fuels to an excise tax of 26 cents per gallon on gasoline and 29 cents per gallon on diesel fuel. The rate will be adjusted annually based on an aggregate of fuel efficiency standards and the Consumer Price Index beginning on July 1, 2016. After July 1, 2018, the Consumer Price Index will no longer be used and the index will be based only on the fuel efficiency standards.

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essary funds for Georgia’s transportation infrastructure, but it will also help keep gas prices more stable and predictable, according to Benton.

HB170 will also take precautions to limit its impact on revenue generated for local counties through local option sales taxes. Local option sales taxes (LOST), homestead option sales taxes (HOST), municipal option sales taxes (MOST), special option sales taxes (SPLOST) and education special purpose local option sales taxes (ESPLOST) will not be affected. Local sales taxes will not be levied on any price per gallon above $3 and the legislation also authorizes counties to seek voter approval for transportation SPLOST of up to 1 percent.

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counties and governments generate revenue to provide necessary services for their constituents.

HB170 will ensure that Georgia’s transportation infrastructure is maintained, said Benton. The bill will add an annual fee for drivers of alternative fuel vehicles who currently pay less for Georgia’s roads and bridges because they purchase little to no gasoline. The fee is $200 for non-commercial vehicles and $300 for commercial vehicles. The tax credit for low or zero-emission vehicles is also left out, in recognition of the tax advantage that those drivers already receive from not needing as much gasoline.

A fee for heavy vehicles will also be implemented with this bill because they are more likely to cause

wear and tear on Georgia’s roads. This fee will be $50 for vehicles weighing between 15,500 pounds and 26,000 pounds and $100 for vehicles larger than 26,000 pounds.

The bill also eliminates a tax

credit given to commercial airlines and institutes a $5 per night tax on hotel stays, with an exception of those who choose extended stay.

“Together with the changes to gasoline tax, all

of these measures are crucial for raising the necessary funds to support Georgia’s transportation infrastructure,” said Benton.

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State Rep. Tommy Benton told the Hoschton City Council Monday that the measures in HB 170 werre necessary to raise funds to support the state’s transportation infrastructure.

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Continued from 1A in Colbert, a garden salad from The Veggie Patch in Commerce, collard greens from Pressley Farm in Maysville, grits from Mills Farm in Athens, chicken from Springer Mountain Farms in Cornelia, peaches from Jaemor Farms, milk from Mountain Fresh Creamery in Clermont and corn on the cob from Osage Farm in Rabun County, just to name a few. When the children were asked if they enjoyed the locally-sourced menu items, they cheered so much that they actually had to be shushed and told to sit back down. That showed true excitement and enthusiasm about the “Feed My School” Week.

Commerce School Superintendent Joy Tolbert spoke to the students at the closing assembly on Friday, and said she was proud of the healthy choices the students made during the week. She said she hopes that this continues even after “Feed My School” Week concludes. After all, she told students, healthy choices are to be made all the time, not just during this special week.

“I heard that one of you had a candy bar in your lunch bag one day this week, and decided not to touch it after learning about making healthy choices,” said Tolbert to the students. “Next week when you all are at home on spring break, we need to continue to make healthy choices and choose Georgia grown products.”

After Tolbert said this, students whispered to each other what they plan to eat over spring break — carrots and peas were popular choices.

Nutrition Director Susan Harvin said it was a great week. She said the Watermelon Queen visited the children, and they also enjoyed a puppetry and music show, “Give Peas A Chance,”

performed by the Kaiser Permanente Educational Theatre to promote healthy eating and exercise. She also thanked Chef Josh Aaron of The Savory Spoon for his time spent with the students as well as the Commerce High School agriculture students.

Students also participated in taste tests where they tried a variety of foods such as brussels sprouts. A short video was shown during the assembly that showcased several students tasting the sprouts, and it was surprising how many of them gave a thumbs up. The students learned that it is important to try something new at least once.

“None of this would have been possible without the farmers who provided us with the food this week, as well as those who assist the farmers,” said Harvin. “The cafeteria staff was absolutely amazing this week and worked very hard preparing everything for us.”

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Nutrition Director Susan Harvin credited the efforts of farmers who provided food for the “Feed My School” initiative. She also expressed appreciation to Chef Josh Aaron of The Savory Spoon for his involvement.

State Agricultural Commissioner Gary Black spoke with the students as well. He started off by thanking the cafeteria staff as well.

“Thanks to the cafeteria staff, the minds of this next generation are being fueled,” said Black. “Being fueled with the proper foods will help this generation perform academically and athletically.”

Black picked two groups of students to stand on the stage. The first group of students represented all of the food that is produced all over the world today — seven billion people or so. The second group represented the people on earth during the year of 2050. This representation showed the students how much more food must be produced over the next 35 years — double the amount.

“This is why we need more farmers,” said Black.

“It is important to come to this generation to talk about the importance of growing food for all of the people on earth.”

Black emphasized the benefit of choosing agriculture or farming as a career.

Other happenings from the assembly included performances from a handful of classes. Each of the classes learned a song about a healthy food item—peanuts, grapes, chicken, corn, and dirt, where most food is planted and sang the song with hand motions and props.

One class even sang with a guitar strumming along with them.

“We had a blast this week,” said Harvin. “Our students are so enthusiastic about eating healthy and are interested in where their food comes from. I hope that they take what they have learned and continue to make healthy choices from now on.”

For more information about Georgia Grown “Feed My School” week, visit www. agr.georgia.gov/feed-myschool-for-a-week.aspx.

EMERGENCY SERVICES REPORT Bull attack leaves Hoschton man dead

personnel and released at the scene. No other injuries were reported.

A Hoschton man died Friday after being attacked by his bull in his pasture on Highway 332.

According to Director of Jackson County Emergency Services Steve Nichols, units from Jackson Trail Rescue, Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and Jackson County EMS responded to the pasture just after 8 p.m. on Friday and found the man was dead on the scene.

The Sheriff’s deputies held the animal at bay while first responders removed the body from the pasture.

Carter Funeral Home in Winder was in charge of services for James M. Capes.

Man is arrested for shooting Barrow girl

Investigation under way on accident at assisted living home The Georgia State Patrol is investigating a Sunday accident in Commerce.

Units from Commerce Fire/Rescue and Jackson County EMS responded to 199 Gary Road in Commerce, the location of Peachtree Plantation, an assisted living home, just before 7 p.m. on April 5 for a reported vehicle accident.

Upon arrival, responders found a vehicle driven by a resident had struck the main building as well as a vehicle in the parking lot and a second building, a cottage which is part of the retirement community. Damage was reported to both structures and the other vehicle.

The facility houses around 50 residents and all occupants were checked for injuries by medical

GEORGIA LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

Strong leadership, cooperation yield good results as session ends Georgia’s 2015 legislative session wrapped up late on April 2. It was one of the most intense, but productive, sessions I’ve participated in.

We had unusually good cooperation between the two parties and together passed key bills that will benefit many people all across this state. Gov. Nathan Deal once again demonstrated steady leadership, as did House Speaker David Ralston.

Georgia’s improved revenue picture certainly fueled some of this good will. After several years of painful cuts from the Great Recession, I can’t express how deeply satisfying it was to finally have the resources to improve our state and to help people.

On the next to the last day of the session, we adopted the $21.8 billion appropriations bill for fiscal year 2016 that starts July 1. The bill originated in the House Appropriations Committee that I chair and then went through Senate revisions and finally several days of conference committee meetings.

In the end, the bill included $900 million in new operating expenditures, most of it for education, and another $1.1 billion in bonds for capital improvements of schools, colleges, libraries and other facilities.

Rep. Terry England After a lot of work in both chambers, we also approved the 2015 Transportation Funding Act. It does away with the sales tax on gasoline but raises the overall state tax on gasoline slightly to help generate $900 million annually for much-needed maintenance of Georgia’s roads and bridges. The net impact at the pump should be roughly a nickel per gallon of gasoline. While no one wants to pay more for gas, I hope we can agree that we don’t want our families riding to work or to school on a transportation network that is unsafe.

Since the Transportation Act’s revenue stream is permanent, I expect we’ll see several local projects move up on the Georgia Department of Transportation’s maintenance list.

Another highlight of this year’s session was the approval of Gov. Deal’s “Op-

portunity School Districts” initiative. Both chambers agreed to let voters decide in a statewide referendum next year whether to amend the Georgia constitution to allow the state to step in with innovative practices and additional resources to fix chronically failing schools.

The Barrow County School System doesn’t have any failing schools, thankfully, but this initiative holds promise for other systems whose schools just cannot meet state standards. We only have one chance to educate a child, and failing schools are not doing that.

Another piece of education legislation that passed in the session’s final week was Senate Bill 89, or the “Digital Classroom Act.” It would allow local school boards to use digital and electronic software instead of textbooks in their classrooms. The bill also encourages local boards to purchase all instructional materials in digital or electronic format and by July 2020 to provide an electronic device for every student starting in 3rd grade. This bill not only ensures Georgia students have access to technology in the classroom, but it also prepares tomorrow’s workforce to compete in this digital age.

We also last week passed House Bill 429, which requires insurance companies to cover up to $35,000 in autism services for children 6 years of age or younger.

We don’t know why autism is affecting more and more American children, but we do know that if intervention begins by the age of 6, children with autism make progress that often improves the rest of their lives. I’m proud of our House and Senate colleagues for coming together on such an important matter to help children get the care they deserve.

Now that the session is over, feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns you have. Just email me at englandhomeport2@ windstream.net or call my legislative office at 404-4632245.

Thank you again for giving me this opportunity to serve you and Barrow County. May God bless you and your family and our great State.

State Rep. Terry England represents District 116, which includes most of Barrow County. He chairs the House Appropriations Committee.

His address is 245 State Capitol, Atlanta, GA 30334.

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An arrest has been made in the March 30 shooting which critically injured a 9-year-old girl in Barrow County.

Investigators of the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office arrested Tyler Lewis, 25, of Winder, on Wednesday evening. He is the boyfriend of the girl’s mother who was at the Highway 82 residence with two more of her children when the shooting occurred.

Authorities say they learned Lewis was playing with a 9mm semi-automatic pistol in front of the three children and was “racing” as he dismantled the firearm and then reassembled it. He even asked the children to “time” him out loud to see how fast he was.

Lewis did this several times before eventually pulling the trigger on a loaded handgun while the 9-year-old victim sat next to him.

Lewis, who is currently being held at the Barrow County Detention Center, is charged with four counts of reckless conduct, three counts of cruelty to children in the second degree, possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute. The marijuana charge stems from evidence uncovered at the scene during execution of the search warrant.

The injured girl has undergone several surgeries at an Atlanta area hospital., reports Sheriff Jud Smith.

Woman charged for intimidating juvenile The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office obtained arrest warrants April 2 for Denise Sue Harple, 48, of Jefferson, after an incident in which she used her vehicle to allegedly intimidate a juvenile involved in a previous case. That case involved stolen tennis shoes.

It was reported that on March 30 Harple was driving on Traditions Way, and saw the juvenile walking.

Harple turned her vehicle around and drove back to-

ward the juvenile striking the curb. Harple shouted at the juvenile and left the area.

Harple was arrested on April 3 and has been charged with reckless conduct and influencing a witness.

Charges filed after fight at restaurant An April 3 fight in the waiting room of Cabos restaurant on Spout Springs Road resulted in charges against a couple who acknowledged they pushed a verbal argument with another couple with whom they had previous history to a physical incident. The female victim, who complained of injury after being grabbed by her hair, thrown to the ground and punched by the other female was checked by Hall County EMS though she refused treatment. She was later taken to the hospital by her husband who notified police that she required surgery to repair a broken knee cap and also sustained a twisted ankle and lump on her head from the altercation. Gwinnett County Police assisted in going to the Buford home of the suspects who were taken into custody after confirming the confrontation had occurred. Video and witness statements were also obtained. The man was charged with simple battery and the woman was charged with aggravated battery and three counts of cruelty to children in the third degree since three of the victims’ children witnessed the attack.

Suspicious activity involving drug items probed in Braselton Suspicious activity was reported March 23 outside an Ansley Terrace location where several young people were playing with what appeared to be plastic baggies and a pipe. The young people said there were no adults currently at their nearby home. The responding officer made photographs of the area including a cigarette pack containing which appeared to be marijuana, plastic bags and a pipe. The items were taken as evidence.

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Upcoming happenings slated for Jefferson Public Library

BRIEFLY Jackson County Citizens Police Academy deadline is April 10 Andy Garrison and the law enforcement leaders of Jackson County announce applications are now being accepted for the Spring 2015 Jackson County Citizens Police Academy.

This a seven- week program that introduces the participants to the challenging world of public safety. Some of the topics included are: The Law, Crime Scene Investigation, Social Services, Firearms, Special Tactics, Drug/Gang Awareness, Garrison Defensive Tactics, Terrorism, Traffic Investigation and DUI Enforcement.

Tours of Jackson County Fire Training complex and the county jail are included.

The class meets on Tuesday evenings from 5:30-9:30 p.m. beginning on April 14.

Tuition for the program is $65 and includes class T-shirts, meals and graduation banquet.

Applications have to be submitted and approved before acceptance and the deadline to submit is April 10. Contact Andy Garrison at andy@andygarrison.com to request an application or call 706 369-1830.

A limited number of seats are available.

In honor of Holocaust Remembrance month, Jefferson Public Library will host a traveling panel exhibit from Kennesaw State Museum of History and Holocaust Education called “Parallel Journeys: World War II and the Holocaust through the Eyes of Teens.”

The exhibit tells the story of six teenagers who were witnesses, participants, and often victims of World War II and the Holocaust. The exhibit will run through April.

At 10 a.m. on Monday, April 13, the library will show the movie 1983 movie “The Scarlet and the Black.” This World War II drama stars Gregory Peck, Christopher Plummer and Sir John Gielgud. The movie will be shown on the library’s big screen and refreshments will be served.

The library also has two ongoing contests for a T-shirt design and bag design.

“We are looking to the public for design submissions to go on T-shirts and tote bags,” said Librarian Amy Carlan.

Submissions must include “Jefferson Public Library” somewhere on the design.

Designs may include both image and text.

Artists are suggested to find their inspiration in literature or quotes.

This contest is open to all ages and submissions are limited to two per person.

Email your design to jplibrarystaff@ gmail.com or drop off at the library by April 30.

2015-16 school choice notification provided

JACKSON CO. SCHOOLS

According to the provisions of House Bill 251 (2009), parents/guardians who reside in Jackson County can request to have their children enrolled in a school within the district other than the one they are zoned to attend as long as the school meets certain criteria.

If students transfer to another school in compliance with the process established by the Jackson County School System, parents/ guardians must assume all expenses and responsibilities related to the transportation of the students to and from the new school.

The district’s process for implementing the school choice provisions of House Bill 251 is available for review in the main office at each school, in the Board of Education office, and on the system’s web site (www.jackson. k12.ga.us).

Questions or concerns related to this process should be directed to Miranda Storey, Student Information Systems Coordinator, or to Dr. April Howard, Superintendent.

For the 2015-2016 school year, the following schools in the Jackson County School

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Finally, HB170 works to improve transparency and accountability in the distribution of state transportation dollars, said Benton. It requires the Georgia Department of Transportation to provide the Georgia General Assembly with a 10-year strategic plan which would outline the department’s use of resources for the upcoming years.

The Georgia Transportation Infrastructure Bank must also meet requirements to balance any loans or other financial assistance equally among all regions in the state. The bank may give preference to eligible projects in Tier 1 and Tier 2 counties. Additionally, preference for grants and other types of financial assistance may be given to eligible projects which have local financial support.

This bill also creates the Special Joint Committee on Georgia Revenue Structure to review any future tax reform measure that may come before the General Assembly.

“I am proud that this bill not only addresses Georgia’s critical transportation needs, but it also ensures that those needs are addressed fairly,” said Benton. “Overall, it ensures public safety on Georgia’s highways and bridges, while also making Georgia a more attractive place for businesses.”

Martha Martin, owner of Phil-Mart Transportation in Braselton, spoke her mind about the transportation bill.

“Every year, I have to send a report according to IFTA, which stands for the International Fuel Tax Agreement,” said Martin. “I have to tell them how many miles each one of my trucks run every three months, Antiques how manyand miles they ran in Collectibles Show: each state, how much fuel oin us for these they used indates: each state, how February much 1st fuel : 9 AMpurchased to 5 PM in was each youtodid y February 2ndstate. : 9IfAM 5 not PM buy enough fuel to run the miles y February 3rd : 10 AM to 4 PM were by runAngie’s in each state, & Lunchthat served Cafe we have to send them the tax on the fuel anyway.”

Martin says that if she is

paying a tax in other states as her trucks drive through them, she wants them to pay it when driving through Georgia. She says there is a way to fix this to make things better than they are now.

She said Georgia needs the contribution to the roads and bridges.

Other happenings from the meeting included a discussion about the stormwater discharge prevention ordinance. City Attorney Thomas Mitchell said the ordinance prevents land owners and businesses from putting contaminated water into the municipal stormwater system. Mitchell said that this must be adopted, but it did not happen at the meeting since Councilman Higginbottom was absent. The Jackson County ordinance also has a water course protection division and a detention pond protection division.

Mitchell also said there must be a designated person to deal with this ordinance.

“I am not sure how you all want this to be done,” said Mitchell. “Perhaps the city’s inspector Phil Groover or the wastewater manager Jim Sawyer. I am going to give you all time to discuss this, and it must be done within the next couple of months.”

City Administrator and Clerk Jacqueline Crouse presented her report, and said two top “If I Were Mayor” essays from West Jackson Middle School will be selected and those students will be recognized at May’s council meeting. The Georgia

Municipal Association district winner, which is a Jefferson City Schools student, has been chosen. Crouse said that there will be a book of the “If I Were Mayor” essays to read in the front lobby of Hoschton City Hall.

She also thanked AKA Tree Removal and The Paper for their generosity in adopting roads in Hoschton, and mentioned Spring Into Recycling, a Keep Jackson County Beautiful-sponsored recycling day to take place from 8-11 a.m. on April 25.

It will be an e-waste day, recycling old computers, fax machines, phones and other electronics.

On April 3, the city was notified by the Local Government Risk Management regarding a Safety Grant, and was approved for a grant in the amount of $2,175. The money will be used for small water system training materials and the stop bars adjacent to stop signs and other safety features on the roads.

The train depot restoration fund has reached $700 from generous Hoschton residents and others who want to help, Crouse reported.

Crouse also mentioned that Hoschton has 439 businesses, including in-home insurance companies.

Mayor Theresa Kenerly nounced the grand reopening of the Hoschton Depot, set for June 13 with a ribbon cutting ceremony, food and fun.

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“Being able to talk about the honor with my parents was great,” he said. “They were there with me the whole time I was going through my (wrestling career).

“They supported me.

They pushed me. Right now, I’m at a different point in life

System may have available space for accepting approved transfers in one or more grade levels: • Benton Elementary School • East Jackson Elementary School • East Jackson Comprehensive high School • East Jackson Middle School • Gum Springs Elementary School • Jackson County Comprehensive High School • Maysville Elementary School • North Jackson Elementary School • South Jackson Elementary School • West Jackson Elementary School • West Jackson Middle School The amount of space available (if any) and the grade levels will vary from school to school, and the principals and the central office personnel named above can provide more specific information.

Parents/guardians wishing to file a request for a within-system transfer for the 2015-2016 school year must do so on or before June15. Application forms are available at all schools, the Board of Education office, and on the system’s web site.

and looking back as a coach, I look back at what my parents gave me and that is the tools to be successful. A lot of people helped me get this honor. My parents and a lot of coaches helped me become good, and it is just as much about them as it is me.”

Powers added that as a coach, he loves to compete and win, but now even he has another goal to add, watch-

ing one, if not more of the wrestlers he has coached, receive the same honor.

“That’s the goal now,” said Powers. “I would love to see someone that I have coached achieve the same recognition and honor, and be considered one of Jackson County’s best athletes.”

The Hall of Fame Banquet takes place on Saturday, May 16, at 6:30 p.m.

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Obituaries Died April 4, 2015 Reba Hutchins Aaron, 55 of Statham, died Saturday, April 4, 2015.

She was a graduate of The 1977 Class of South Cobb High School and GuptonJones College of Funeral Service. She was preceded in death by her father, Benjamen Franklin Williams III. Survivors include her mother, Barbara Frey Williams of Marietta; husband, Lewis Aaron of Statham; son and daughter-in-law, Steve and Stephanie Hutchins of St. Petersburg, Fla.; daughter, Rhonda Hutchins of Statham; stepdaughter, Erica Harrison of Winder; brother, Frank Williams of Cedartown; and a host of nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters in-law. Special friends, Elaine and Travis Wright, also survive.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 7, 2015, in the chapel of Smith Funeral Home with the Rev. Ned Davis officiating. Interment followed in the Calvary Baptist Church Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to The North East Georgia Cancer Foundation in memory of Reba Hutchins Aaron.

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Died April 1, 2015 Dianne Bettie, 56, of Hoschton, died Wednesday, April 1, 2015.

Born in Memphis, Tenn., she was preceded in death by her father, Bill Bettie, in 2001. She was a 1976 graduate of Winder-Barrow High School and was a member of Sharon Baptist Church. She had served as an assistant counselor at Barrow County Head Start.

Survivors include her mother, Mary C. Bettie of Hoschton; brother and sisterin-law, Chuck and Paulette Bettie of Hoschton; sister and brother-in-law, Wanda and Maxwell Pentecost of Winder; nieces, Tiffany Bettie and Britt Pentecost; and nephews, Jeremy Bettie and Max Pentecost.

A funeral service was held Saturday, April 4, 201, in the chapel of Carter Funeral Home with the Rev. Robbie Black officiating. Interment was in the Sharon Baptist Church Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Barrow County Animal Shelter, 610 Barrow Park Drive NW, Winder, GA 30680.

Carter Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, April 9, 2015

Jimmy Lee Bridges

Died April 1, 2015 Jimmy Lee Bridges, 79, of Commerce, died Wednesday, April 1, 2015, at Athens Regional Medical Center.

Born in Commerce, he was a son of the late T. Richard and Nancy Fleeman Bridges.

He was a United States Army veteran and was an electrician.

Survivors include his sons, Jeff Bridges of Danielsville and Gerald Bridges of Nicholson; daughter, Janet Bjornlie of Athens; two grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Saturday, April 4, 2015, in the chapel of Little-Ward Funeral Home. Interment followed in Jackson Memorial Park.

Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce The Paper, April 9, 2015

Irene Marie Byers

Died March 31, 2015 Irene Marie Byers, 73, of Hoschton and the Deaton Creek community, died Tuesday, March 31, 2015.

Survivors include her husband of 28 years, John A. Byers; children, Jeffrey and Jan Crowell of Cedar City, Utah, Bryan and Heather Crowell of Hanover, Md., Christine and Tom Greer of North Potomac, Md., Patrick and Sharon Crowell of Lilburn, David Byers of Arlington, Va., and Kimberley Hazelwood of Toano, Va.; grandchildren, Tyler, Jennifer, Julie, Jansson, Richard and Katie; sister and brotherin-law, Sylvia and Bart Herheim of Wichita, Kan.; brothers and sisters-in-law, Dean and Nita Groos of Sioux Falls, S.D., and Richard and Lupee Groos, Santee, Calif.; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Born Jan. 31, 1942, in Coleman, S.D. , she was a graduate of Saint Mary’s High School in Dell Rapids, S.D.,

and an honor graduate of University of Southern Illinois at Cardondale with a bachelor’s degree. She was an assistant director of nursing and worked for a variety of medical institutions including the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Fla. She was a member of the Prince of Peace Catholic Church in Flowery Branch, where she was also a member of the choir and the Red Hat Society.

A funeral mass was held Tuesday, April 7, 2015, at Prince of Peace Catholic Church.

Memorial donations may be made to the Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 6439 Spout Springs Road, Flowery Branch, GA 30542.

Flanigan Funeral Home & Crematory, Buford The Paper, April 9, 2015

James R. Capes

Died April 3, 2015 James R. Capes, 75, of Hoschton, died Friday, April 3, 2015.

He was a son of the late Tommy and Daisy Sorrells Capes. He was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church and was a cattle farmer.

Survivors include his wWife, Betty Timms Capes; and brother, Jerry Capes of Monroe.

A funeral service was held Tuesday, April 7, 2015, at Carter Funeral Home with the Rev. Johnny Timms officiating. Interment was in Chapel Christian Church Cemetery.

Carter Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, April 9, 2015

Dawn Marie Cormick

Died March 29, 2015 Dawn Marie Cormick, 74, of Flowery Branch, died Sunday, March 29, 2015.

Born Aug. 20, 1940, in Biggar Ridge, New Brunswick, Canada, she was a 1957 graduate of Juniper High School.

She also attended nursing school. She was retired office manager from Waste Management Company after 20 years of service. She was a member of New Rock Springs Missionary Baptist Church in Dacula. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Bill Cormick.

Survivors include her children, Tamala Jean and Lee Boon of Alberta Canada, Clinton William Sr., and Gloria M. Cormick of Lexington, S.C., Stuart and Cathy Cormick of Jefferson and Reta Cormick of Flowery Branch; five grandchildren; sisters and brother-in-law, Sadie Guthrie of New Brunswick, Canada, and Lynda and Dave McKeen of Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

The funeral service was held Saturday, April 4, 2015, n the chapel of Flanigan Funeral Home with the Rev. Josh Landress of New Rock Springs Missionary Baptist Church in Dacula and the Rev. Eric Shelton of Academy Baptist Church in Jefferson officiating.

Flanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Buford The Paper, April 9, 2015

Kathleen Daniel

Died April 1, 2015 Arrie (Kathleen) Lou Daniels, 87, of Buford, died Wednesday, April 1, 2015, at Willowwood Nursing Center, following an extended illness.

Memorial services will be held Tuesday, April 7, 2015, at Cokesbury Baptist Church in Savannah with inurnment following at Forrest Lawn Memorial Gardens. The Rev. Mike Myers will officiate. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, April 3.

Born Oct. 12, 1927, in Claxton, she was a daughter of the late Claude W. and Ora Lee Deloach. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Days Saints, the Flowery Branch Ward. She was also preceded in death her husband, Lyndon Ray Daniels, in 1978; and son, Mi-

chael Ray Daniels.

Survivors include her daughters and son-in-law, Linda and Bill Owen of Covington and Gail Daniels Kerstoff of Buford; son, Jeffrey Claude Daniels of Covington; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister, Claudette Hillman of Savannah; and several nieces and nephews.

Memorial Park South Funeral Home, Flowery Branch The Paper, April 9, 2015

Park Cornelius Davison Jr.

Died April 1, 2015 Park Cornelius Davison Jr., 81, of Flowery Branch, formerly of Winder, died Wednesday, April 1, 2015, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center following a brief illness.

Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, April 10, 2015, at Collins Hill Baptist Church. The Rev. Billy Driscoll will officiate.

Born Sept. 4, 1933, in Atlanta, he was a son of the late Park Cornelius Davison Sr., and Maude Elizabeth Weekes Davison. He was retired from the U.S. Army and was a member of Collins Hill Baptist Church.

Survivors include his son, Jeff Davison of Flowery Branch, sister and brotherin-law, Mary and Angelo Monit of Monroe; and one nephew and three nieces.

Memorial donations may be made to Disabled Veterans of Gainesville, 830 Green St. NE, Gainesville, GA 30501.

Memorial Park Funeral Home, Gainesville The Paper, April 9, 2015

Wayne Richard Eitner

Died April 3, 2015 Wayne Richard Eitner, 61, of Jefferson, died Friday, April 3, 2015.

Born in Newark, N.J., he was a son of Mrs. Ruth Weigal Eitner of Jefferson and the late Robert Eitner. He was a tool and die maker with Lincoln Mold and Die in Rosella, N.J., for more than 20 years.

He was a member of the St. Catherine Laboure Catholic Church in Jefferson.

Survivors, in addition to his mother, include his wife, Nancy Jane Lloyd Eitner; sons and daughter-in-law, Jason and Jessi Eitner of Mt. Laurel, N.J., and Justin Eitner of Jefferson; brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Joann Eitner of Jackson, N.J.; and grandchildren, Gabriel Eitner, Madison Rose Eitner, and Annabelle Olivia Eitner.

The memorial service was held Monday April 6, 2015, at Evans Funeral Home with Father Vincent Sullivan officiating. Memorial gifts may be made to the National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation.

P.O. Box 1848 Longmont, CO 80502.

Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson The Paper, April 9, 2015

Sherry Elaine Elliott

Died March 31, 2015 Sherry Elaine Elliott, 47, of Commerce, died Tuesday, March 31, 2015.

She was the daughter of Don and Pamela Edmondson of Commerce.

Survivors, in addition to her parents, include her stepbrother, Don James (Cindy) Edmondson Jr., of Flowery Branch; stepsister, Amy (Bill) McGuire of Hoschton; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Friday, April 3, 2015, at Beaverdam Baptist Church with the Rev. Donald Wilson officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Ivie Funeral Home, Commerce The Paper, April 9, 2015

Lilly Murphy Evans

Died April 3, 2015 Mrs. Lilly Murphy Evans, 78, of Pendergrass, died Friday, April 3, 2015.

Born in Jackson County Georgia, the daughter of the late William P. and Eliza Skelton Murphy, was a mem-

ber of Mountain Creek Baptist Church and was retired from Mitsubishi Electronics.

Survivors include her husband of 52 years, Wallace Evans; daughter, Lisa Bennett of Jefferson; son, Greg Evans of Pendergrass; sisters, Clara Thomas of Bartow and Buna Buffington of Gainesville; four grandchildren; and a great-grandchild.

Funeral services were held Monday, April 6, 2015, in the chapel of Evans Funeral Home with Dr. Mark Spence officiating. Burial followed in the Mountain Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.

Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson The Paper, April 9, 2015

Chris Fox

Died April 4, 2015 Christopher Augustine “Chris” Fox, 79, of Nicholson, died Saturday, April 4, 2015.

Born in Stamford, Conn., he was a son of the late Christopher A. and Dorothea Keller Fox. He was a member of St. Catherine’s Laboure Catholic Church where he was a Lector, a Eucharist Minister, a caseworker for St. Vincent de Paul Society and a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Parish Council,. He erformed communion to home bound and taught religious education.

He was retired president and owner of the Hotel Furnishings Group. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Marion Fox ; and son, Christopher A. Fox III. Survivors include his wife Barbara M. Fox; son, Matthew Fox of Flowery Branch; stepdaughter, Karen Deringer and her husband Josh of Peachtree Corners; stepson ,Peter Marks and his wife Erin of Buford; brother, Mark Fox of Avon, Conn.; seven grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

A mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 10, 2015, at St. Catherines Laboure’ Catholic Church. Father Vincent Sullivan and Deacon John Burke will be the celebrants with cremation to follow the service.

Honored as pallbearers will be Matthew Fox, Josh Deringer, Peter Marks, Pete Koscher, Mark Fox and Steve Matthews.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday with a prayer service concluding the visitation.

Memorials may be made to the St. Vincent DePaul Society, P.O. Box 653, Jefferson, GA 30549.

Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson The Paper, April 9,2015

James Harold Hayes Jr.

Died March 30, 2015 James Harold Hayes Jr., 55, of Jefferson, died Monday, March 30, 2015.

Born in Atlanta, he was a son of the late James Harold Hayes Sr., and the late Laura Louise Booker Hayes. He was a self-employed handyman.

Survivors include his brother, Ricky Hayes of Jefferson.

The memorial service was held Saturday, April 4, 2015, in the New Beginnings Pentecostal Outreach Church with the Rev. Wayne Norris officiating.

Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson The Paper, April 9,2015

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James Edward Joy

Died April 3, 2015 James Edward Joy, 90, of Gainesville, died Friday, April 3, 2015 at his residence.

Born March 18, 1924, Joy in Boyles-Jefferson County, Ala., he was son of the late Fred and Addie Mayone West. He moved to Gainesville in his teen years and lived there until his passing. He was a World War II veteran who was a gunner and signalman on the U.S.S. Cossatot A077 and served his country well. He was a member of the Georgia Masons for more than 60 years being with the Gainesville Lodge #219 for the life of his membership. He was a co-owner of Joy Brothers Produce for a number of years until the untimely death of brother, Tom Joy. He would later retire from Wright and Lopez. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 71 years, Edith Medlin Joy; sons, Danny B. Joy and Michael D. Joy; grandson, William Taylor “Buck” Cantrell; and great-granddaughter, Destiny Moses.

Survivors include his children, Linda and Taylor Cantrell of Pendergrass, Jamie and Charles Phillips of Flowery Branch, Ronnie and Gaynelle Joy, Karen and Rick Keller Robin and Chris Smith and Billy and Brenda Joy, all of Gainesville, Jimmy and Patricia Joy of Lawrenceville, Randy and Wanda Joy of Baldwin and Cindy and R.L. Pruitt of Commerce; grandchildren, Shanon Cantrell, Joy Shafer, Todd Phillips, Troy Phillips, Kim Ryder, Dewayne Joy, Dwight Joy, Kasie Ingram, Staci Donaldson, Nicole Little, Erica Dean, Jennifer Chastain, Dustin Joy, Jeremy Joy, April Simmons, Amy Truelove, Amanda Pelham, Ashley Grindle, Josh Allison, Roger Joy, Pam Tanner, Shane Joy, Shay Joy, Chad Joy, Angela Elliott, Kristi Moses, Brian Moses, Daniel Moses, Casey Smith, Corey Smith, Carly Smith; 72 greatgrandchildren; and five great-great grandchildren.

A funeral service with full military honors was held Monday, April 6, 2015, in the chapel of Little & Davenport Funeral Home with the Rev. Paul Flynn officiating. Interment followed in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Little & Davenport Funeral Home and Crematory, Gainesville The Paper, April 9,2015

Pat Osborne

Died March 28, 2015 Richard Patterson Osborne Sr. (Pat), 75, of Winder died Saturday, March 28, 2015.

Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2015, at Rejoice Worship Center, located at 5015 Cash Road in Flowery Branch. Pastor Jerry Mauldin will officiate.

Born Aug.19, 1939, he was a son of the late Junious Buell and Sara Grace Osborne. He served in the United States Army from 1958–1961 and retired from Chevron after 30 years. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Carole Osborne Hayes.

Survivors include his wife, Allene Osborne; sons, Richard P. Osborne Jr., of Braselton, Brian and Amy Osborne of Whispering Pines, N.C., and Km Gaylor Osborne of

Knoxville, Tenn.; grandchildren, Starr Osborne, Haley Osborne Hicks and husband, Josh, Hannah Osborne, Jared Osborne, Jeremy Osborne and Jayson Osborne; five great-grandchildren; brothers and sister-in-law, Jimmy and Linda Osborne of Suwanee; sisters and brother-in-law, Phyllis and Dave Baker and Elaine Gazaway, all of Auburn; and several nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

Memorial Park South Funeral Home, Flowery Branch The Paper, April 9,2015

Bill Presley

Died April 4, 2015 William David “Bill” Presley, 67, of Maysville, died Saturday, April 4, 2015.

Born in Jackson County, he was a son of the late Wilburn and Ruth McDonald Presley. He was a member of Redeemed Baptist Church and was an ordained minister. He was a plumber by trade. He found great enjoyment in artistry and was an accomplished painter. The love of music was a big part of his life, and he made musical instruments throughout his life. He taught music to many, including his family, who shared his love of making music. He was also preceded in death by brothers, Ford, Bert, Tom and Lee; and sisters, Lila Gee and Evelyn Healan.

Survivors include his wife, Shelby Fowler Presley; son, David Presley and his wife Dana of Maysville and Darrel Presley and his wife Sharon of Nicholson; daughter, Melody Dudziak and her husband Mark of Jefferson; sisters, Margie Gaddis of Braselton, Betty Edge of Gainesville, Clara Palmer of Monroe and Wilma Jean Dalton of Athens; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and close family friends, Danny and Cindy Whitlock.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 7, 2015, at Redeemed Baptist Church in Commerce with the Rev. Phil Parks, the Rev. Darrel Presley and the Rev. Louis Gaddis officiating. Burial followed in Evans Memory Gardens with Corey Mize, Joshua Presley, Brian Presley, Mark Dudziak, Danny Whitlock, Henry Dills and Edward Fowler honored as pallbearers.

Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson The Paper, April 9,2015

Eula Jean Samples Shadburn

Died April 5, 2015 Eula Jean Samples Shadburn, 92, of Buford, died Sunday, April 5, 2015.

Born Aug. 11, 1922, in Forsyth County, she was a homemaker and member of Peoples Baptist Church in Flowery Branch. She was preceded in death by her husband, Troy L. Shadburn; sons, Gene Shadburn and Robert Shadburn; daughter, Lou Ann Shadburn Cochran; grandson, Adrian Shadburn; and great-grandson, Elijah Dean Ryder.

Survivors include her 11 children, the Rev. Joel and Belma Shadburn of Cleveland, Paul and Linda Shadburn of Buford, Charles and Barbara Shadburn of Daw-

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here is no battle between the observance of Easter and Christmas. But if you’re taking a vote, I’m an Easter person.

On Christmas, folks show up with their red sweaters and that’s appropriate. But Easter is the day many folks will bring out their finest.

The bright colors of spring are on display as we wear yellows, pinks, bright blues and white.

Easter is the day we in the South have determined as the debut day for white, although many people tossed that rule out years ago.

Folks in the North are more inclined to begin wearing white on Memorial Day. I didn’t understand this until recently. I have a friend in Maine who still had 3 feet of snow last week and was scheduled to get a little more. If you wear white up there, you might get mauled by a snow plow.

For some reason, we also associate ham with Easter. I was watching a New York TV station online and the grocery stores up there were advertising ham. It must be universal.

My daddy could bake a wonderful ham. He marinated it with Coca-Cola. I doubt they do that up North.

I also like the Easter music. Christmas music is sweet and wonderful. We sing carols such as “Away in a Manger” and “Silent Night.”

On Easter, we sing triumphant songs with bold statements like “Up from the grave he arose.”

I’ve told this one before, but it bears repeating on Easter. When I was a kid, I thought they were singing “Low in the gravy laid Jesus my savior.” It is actually “Low in the grave, he lay.” I was always trying to figure out what Jesus was doing in the gravy.

Easter week is a series of ups and downs. Jesus begins the week with an exciting entry into Jerusalem.

On Thursday night, he is having dinner with his disciples, when he is betrayed and taken and executed on

Harris Blackwood the cross the next day. We have those sad days of Good Friday and the day after.

Then comes Sunday. Easter Sunday is a day of great joy and celebration.

There are people who go to church on Easter but don’t come around any other time of year. It’s always good to see them. I like people who greet each other with the Easter greeting of “He is risen,” to which the other person replies, “Risen, indeed.”

There are enough Christmas movies that cable TV channels run them for a full month. There are a number of movies about Jesus Christ and his crucifixion, but not many about the observance of Easter.

Perhaps the most famous of Easter films is the 1948 classic, “Easter Parade” starring Fred Astaire and Judy Garland.

Interestingly, Astaire was not the first choice for the lead in the film. It was supposed to be Gene Kelly, who broke his ankle playing volleyball.

It’s the typical guy breaks up with girl, meets new girl and falls in love story.

Garland played the new girlfriend and the final scene involves their date to the Easter parade, where Astaire proposes marriage.

I don’t know anyone who has an Easter parade anymore, but it is a colorful story of a colorful day.

It may be a movie made nearly 70 years ago, but like an Easter ham, it never gets old.

Harris Blackwood is a Gainesville resident whose columns appear weekly.

Mama’s teachings still enriching lives There’s not a day goes by that I don’t think of Mama and do something the way she taught me to do it.

A deep sapphire blue silk blouse needed to be handwashed for the first time but as I plunged it into a basin of cold water, the color begin to run. I dashed to the cupboard from which I pulled a carton of salt.

“That,” Mama always said, “will set the color and keep it from fading. Just pour it into the water.”

I made cornbread muffins the other night and when I poured the batter into the muffin pan, I scraped and scraped and scraped until there was less than a thimble’s worth left in the bowl. I recalled, as usually I do when I scrape a bowl, the story she oft told of her friend, Thelma, from her young days.

“She left enough in the bowl to eat off of for a week.” Mama would shake her head. “She never could manage money. She just half cleaned out the bowl when she poured something up.”

I have a new lightweight overcoat, a bright orange

Ronda Rich silk with big, gold buttons. I took it out of the hanging bag and immediately set about sewing the buttons tightly into place before wearing it.

Mama taught me how to sew on buttons and how to tie the thread tightly but I learned the hard way not to trust buttons on a store-bought garment. Machines put them on in a way that if the thread loosens, it will unravel in a breath’s moment. She did, though, teach me a clever way of hanging on to the extra buttons that come with it.

How many times have you taken the package of extra buttons, tossed them into a drawer somewhere then was driven to despair to find them when you lost a button?

“Do this,” Mama said many years ago as she handed me a suit she had tailored for me. She lifted

the collar and showed me where on the back, directly about the back seam, she had sewn my extra button.

“If you ever need it, there’ll it be. You won’t lose it.”

When I finished re-sewing the buttons on my new coat, that’s exactly where I sewed the two extra buttons that came with it. As I prepared to thread the needle, I did just as Mama had taught — I cut the thread at a slanted angle because it makes it easier to slip into the eye of a needle.

Lately, I’ve taken to wondering how much planning went into Mama’s teaching.

If she consciously thought, “I need to teach so and so” or if it was just a matter of course. Just natural for her to share what she knew because Mama loved learning.

Though not well educated by society’s standards, she always knew the power of knowledge brought on by both experience and reading.

I do remember that in the last decade of her life, she said frequently to me, Louise or Nicole, “Now, listen to me. Watch how I do this

because when I’m dead and gone, there won’t be anyone to show you how.”

And you know what?

There’s a lot of truth in those words. When your mama goes, there is a certain amount of knowledge and teaching that follows her to rest silently six feet down.

To her grave, she takes practical teachings that you don’t read about in books or even know about so you can search it out on the Internet.

For instance, I just searched “where to store extra buttons?”

The answer: In an accordion file folder labeled “dresses”, “coats”, “skirts,” “pants.”

Mama’s idea is so much better and more practical.

It’s just one of myriad instructions she gave and to which I am glad I listened.

I’m glad for the knowledge but I love the bond it keeps strong between us long after she’s dead and gone.

Ronda Rich is the best-selling author of several books.

Sign up for her newsletter at www.rondarich.com. Her column appears weekly.

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Local troop raises money to aid mobility of a fellow Boy Scout Utility vehicle to keep youngster work toward his Eagle

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Boy Scout Troop 146 of Braselton is hoping to raise $7,500 through an online campaign to provide a utility vehicle for a Scout with special needs.

The UTV would assist in Dakoda Avery’s movements during summer camp and at regular monthly Scouting activities throughout the year. The Scout struggles with Friedrich’s Ataxia, which makes it very difficult for him to move as it degenerates the spinal cord and nervous system and affects coordination and balance.

Donations to BSA Troop 146 will be used to purchase the UTV – hopefully by the end of the year – so that the bright young Scout can continue to be involved in Scouting.

Assistant Scoutmaster Dutch

Hut, a retired Marine Corps sergeant major, says, “Cody is becoming a star Scout and will continue his path to becoming an Eagle Scout.”

Hut shares the following: On or about 2007, I was asked to join Boy Scout Troop 146 in Braselton. Among the young Scouts, there was a Scout who had difficulty walking and supporting himself with the use of a crutch. The first thing that caught my attention was his smile and the enthusiasm that accompanied it. Throughout the years with the troop, I have been instrumental in the advancement of all the boys and have seen tremendous strides these young members have been able to accomplish.

Cody, as we call him, has had dif-

ficulty with all the physical challenges of the outdoor terrain that is required for some function of Scouting. All of the troop members helped Cody climb and descend the one mile of Springer Mountain in North Georgia, and Cody has immersed himself in the swimming class at Hartwell Lake and come up smiling. All these are small challenges to Cody that have been met with large smiles and tremendous bravery and never once has he said, “I cannot do this.”

To make a donation, go to gofundme.com/9885hs For more information on Troop 146, contact Rick Calhoun at 919508-7351 or email Dutch Hut at dutchman48@windstream.net

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sonville, Royce and Connie Shadburn of Buford, Morris and Katrina Shadburn of Clayton, Henry and Penny Shadburn of Oakwood, John and Pam Shadburn of Gainesville, Joyce and Buddy Hannah of Flowery Branch, Patsy and Ralph Crane of Flowery Branch, Gail and Donnie Calvert of Buford, and Sheila and Jeff Autry of Jefferson; 53 grandchildren; 51 great-grandchildren; 12 great-greatgrandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 9, 2015, in the chapel of Flanigan Funeral Home with the Rev. Brian Crane, the Rev. Joel Shadburn, the Rev. Charles Shadburn, the Rev. Morris Shadburn, the Rev. Chris Hulsey and the Rev. Matt Calvert officiating. Interment will follow at Peoples Baptist Church Cemetery in Flowery Branch.

Flanigan Funeral Home, Buford The Paper, April 9, 2015

Dr. Jack Shirley

Died April 6, 2015 Stonewall Jackson Shirley Jr., DVM, 84, of Commerce, died Monday, April 6, 2015, at Northridge Medical Center.

Born in Douglas, he was a son of the late Stonewall Jackson Shirley Sr., and Anna Deane Bridges Shirley. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Commerce. A retired veterinarian, he founded Commerce Veterinary Hospital where he worked for more than 30 years. He was also the owner of Shirley Feed and Seed and was a cattle farmer.

Survivors include wife, Genevieve Aspin Wall Shirley; sons, Stone Shirley III, Mark Shirley and Chris Shirley, all of Commerce; daughter, Susan Harvin of Commerce; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 9, 2015, at First Baptist Church of Commerce with Dr. Carlton Allen and the Rev. Ray Austin officiating. Interment will follow in Jackson Memorial Gardens.

Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce

The Paper, April 9, 2015

Peggy R. Shubert

Died April 3, 2015 Peggy R. Shubert, 67, of Commerce, died Friday, April 3, 2015, at Athens Regional Medical Center.

Born in Commerce, she was a daughter of the late Otha and Winnie Carlyle McDonald. A homemaker, she was a member of Webbs Creek Baptist Church. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Rachel Anderson; and brother, Robert McDonald.

Survivors include her husband, Larry Shubert; sons, Terry Shubert (Tracy) and Garry Shubert, both of Commerce; brothers, Cecil McDonald of Gillsville and David and Bobby McDonald, both of Commerce; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

The funeral service was held Monday, April 6, 2015, in the chapel of Little-Ward Funeral Home with the Rev. Swayne Carlan officiating.

Interment followed in Jackson Memorial Gardens.

Memorial donations may be made to The Cancer Foundation of Northeast Georgia, P.O. Box 49309 Athens, GA 30604.

Little-Ward Funeral Home, Commerce The Paper, April 9, 2015

Elizabeth Mary Bolton Wall

Died March 31, 2015 Elizabeth Mary Bolton Wall, 85, of Statham, died Tuesday, March 31, 2015.

Born May 31, 1929, she was a daughter of the late Dewey Wallace Bolton and Evelyn Powell Bolton. She was also preceded in death by sister, Kathrine Bolton Delay Moon; and son, Mahlon Bruce Wall.

Survivors include her husband of 67 years, Charles Judge Wall; children, Brenda Fitzgerald (Jim) of High Shoals and Robbie Williams and Eric Wall (Kim), all of Statham; siblings, Frances Baker of Bogart, Nellie Jo Dial of Macon, Margie Ferguson of Statham, William (Billy) Parks Bolton of Stockbridge and Barbara Hamby of High Shoals; grandchildren, Jerri Tate Wise, Ray Tate, Heather Williams, Chris Tate, Mahlon Smith, Katrina Orr and Ryan Wall;

and a great-grandchild.

The funeral service was held Friday, April 3, 2015, in the chapel of Smith Funeral Home with the Rev. Mike Vernatt officiating.

The burial followed in Barrow Memorial Gardens in Winder.

Smith Funeral Home, Winder The Paper, April 9, 2015

Allen J. Watson

Died April 1, 2015 Allen J. Watson, 87, of Jefferson, died Wednesday, April 1, 2015.

Born in Miami, Fla., he was a son of the late Walter L. and Dora Cogland Watson. He was a retired district manager with the Atlanta Journal and Constitution.

He served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II and the Korean War, was a former Prisoner of War (P.O.W.). He was a member of Jackson County Baptist Church where he served faithfully as a deacon.

Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Doris Crittenden Watson; daughter Donna Harris and her husband Virgil of Jefferson, son, Richard “Dickey” Watson and his wife Becky of Flowery Branch; grandson, Joshua Hollis Watson of Wake Forest, N.C.; and great-grandchildren, Lily Kate Watson and Delaney Ruth Watson.

Funeral services were held Friday, April 3, 2015, in the chapel of Evans Funeral Home with Dr. Jack Lawson and Brother David Maddox officiating. Burial followed in Evans Memory Gardens with military honors.

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Watson of Auburn; sister, Francine Bradley of Hull; six grandchildren; eight greatgrandchildren; and 10 greatgreat-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Friday, April 3, 2015, at Madison Street Baptist Church with the Rev. Gerry Wiley officiating. Interment followed in Jackson Memorial Park.

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Essie Lou Wilkins

Died April 2, 2015 Essie Lou Wilkins, 98, of Ellijay, formerly of Winder, died Thursday, April 2, 2015.

A native of Barrow County, she was a daughter of the late Emmett and Martha Mobley Manders. She was also preceded by her husband, the Rev. Ernest Wilkins. She was a member of Walnut Grove Baptist Church and was a retiree of Superior Garment Manufacturing Company.

Survivors include her daughter, Helen Miller of Ellijay; grandchildren, Tim Miller of Centennial, Colo., and Barry Miller of Ellijay; five great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

A funeral service was held Saturday, April 4, 2015, at Walnut Grove Baptist Church with the Rev. Alan Tarr, the Rev. Gerald Hudlow and the Rev. Frankie Southerland officiating. Interment followedd in the church cemetery.

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CHURCH NEWS Hoschton United Methodist Church will hold worship service in the sanctuary at 11 a.m. on Sunday, April 12 with children’s Sunday school in the church classrooms and adult Sunday school in the fellowship hall at 10 a.m. Women of Faith will meet at 2:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall.

Enjoy dinner at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15, followed by Bible study at 7 p.m.

On Sunday, May 3, at 2:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall, Women of Faith invite you to Celebrate Mons with guest speaker Hilda Fletcher, a missionary who has traveled the world spreading His Word.

Refreshments will be served. sss Mulberry Baptist Church will host its monthly singing at 6 p.m. on Sunday, April 12, with Clarke Kesler & Friends as special guests. The church is located at 5970 Thompson Mill Road in Hoschton.

For more information, call Doug at 770-534-0023. sss You’re invited to join in this monthly fellowship meal (Adults and Children Together Socially) at Arbor Pointe Church. Great food, friends and laughter. The next gathering is from 6:30-8 p.m. on Monday, April 13, and take place in the Worship Center. Arbor Pointe is located at 115 Towne Center Parkway in Hoschton. (Look for the red doors.) sss Beginning on April 16, Arbor Pointe Church Pastor Brad Greene will be hosting a six-week video based study group. This study, drawn from Kyle Idleman’s book “Not A Fan,” seeks to draw people from being merely a fan of Jesus to being a completely committed follower. To sign up to be a part of this study group, visit the church’s website (www.arborpointe.org) and click the “Sign Up” tab.

The weekly worship service is at 10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School and a youth class are offered before the service; children’s Sunday School and nursery are offered during the worship time.

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Born in Homer, she was a daughter of the late O.F. and Maebell Sims Reidling. She was a member of Madison Street Baptist Church and was retired from Commerce Sportswear. She ws also preceded in death by her husband, Willie Herman Watson; and son, Jerry Watson.

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The Mill Creek High School boys’ lacrosse team is 11-1 on the 2015 season.

The Mill Creek boys’ lacrosse team is off to a great start in 2015; play Archer next on April 15

BY CHARLES PHELPS

cphelps@clickthepaper.com

At the start of any sports season, there are expectations, an outlook and goals that every team wants to achieve.

It may take several games before a team knows how they matchup with the competition. They adjust their goals accordingly. But, sometimes, teams know when they have something special, where they are clicking on all cylinders and they want to maintain the momentum.

For the Mill Creek boys’ lacrosse team, the best start in team history, 11-1, has the team beaming with confidence, but also a yearning to keep the momentum rolling after the team gets back from Spring Break.

“It is pretty good, pretty impressive,” head coach Bo Adams said.

The Hawks have outscored opponents 176-71 in 12 games. Their lone loss came against Pope High School (16-4).

The Hawks were 6-0 before the loss, the best six-game start to any season, Adams explained.

“That one loss against Pope, they played their best game and we played

our worst game,” said Adams. “It was like an episode of ‘The Twilight Zone.’

We were just off and everybody has those off days.”

Since the loss, the Hawks have rattled off five straight wins, including wins over in-region foes Collins Hill and Peachtree Ridge.

Adams attributes senior leadership as a big part of the team’s success, as well as the junior players stepping up when they get their opportunities and helping take “a lot of pressure” off of the seniors that they “look up to.”

Another thing contributing to the success is the unselfish play on offense.

“Assists are just as good as the goal,” said Adams. “It’s unselfish play, which is what we have harped on all season.

“Lacrosse is a team game and not one person can do everything, and our guys are getting everyone involved.”

One of the seniors leading the attack is Ian Miller. Adams said Miller has done a “great job” distributing the ball around on offense and getting others in position to attack.

Miller leads the team with 32 goals and 19 assists.

“I just do what I can,” said Miller.

“There aren’t any individuals. We are a team. I try to help guys with things and get guys into the best position possible to score, but it takes everybody, not just me.”

He attributes the team’s chemistry as a major part of their success. A lot of the team has known each other since middle school, he said. He also says the guidance of the coaches has helped as well.

“They (the coaches) implemented their system and it has taken us very far,” Miller explained. “Practices are a lot more intense and fun. Players are looking forward to them, because we are working on transition and different things, and of course, we critique each other.

“But, we want to get better, and no one takes (criticism) personally. Again, it is the chemistry we’ve developed over the years that allows us to do that.”

Miller adds the players’ “inner drive” will help maintain and keep the success going when the team returns to play.

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Dragons take two games against Hart Co.; lead Region 8-AAA

BY CHARLES PHELPS

cphelps@clickthepaper.com

JEFFERSON – If the little scrum in the top of the sixth inning of game two between the Jefferson Dragons and Hart County Bulldogs is any indication of what the stretch run brings for the Region 8-AAA baseball title, we’re all in for a treat.

The Dragons took two of three games last week against the in-region rival, including a 15-8 game-one thrashing of a two-game doubleheader last Friday. The Dragons lost game two 8-3.

“We scored a bunch of runs in the first ball game,” Jefferson head coach Tommy Knight said. “We didn’t make a very good adjustment (in game two) until the fourth inning. By that time, they (Hart County) had scored some runs and we were playing catch up.

“We’ll learn from it and next time out, hopefully, we will make adjustments a little bit quicker.”

Knight explained the Bulldogs’ game-one pitchers were delivering a lot of “off-speed stuff,” and his players were patient about waiting for their pitch to hit. In game two, the Dragons’ batters saw a lot more fastballs in the strike zone and needed to “swing the bat a lot earlier in the count.”

The scrum in game two brought players and coaches out from both dugouts after a rough play at the plate by a Hart County runner against Jefferson catcher Zack Boobas.

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GOLF: Lady Panthers eye Region 8-AAA crown

BY CHARLES PHELPS

cphelps@clickthepaper.com

The Jackson County Lady Panthers’ golf team has had an amazing run in 2015.

The girls are a perfect 12-0 as they hit Spring Break. It hasn’t been one player dominating the great play either.

First-year head coach AJ Sibcy knew he had inherited a “good crop of girls” when he took over as head coach, he said.

But, 12-0, that has been a “nice surprise.”

“They’ve improved a lot (throughout) the season,” said Sibcy. “(They) put in a lot of practice on the little things, and those things have really started paying dividends.

“In our last three matches, we’ve shot in the 130s.”

However, an undefeated record heading into the girls’ Region 8-AAA golf tournament at Hartwell Golf Club on April 20 doesn’t secure a trip to compete for the girls’ Class AAA state championship, and Sibcy knows that.

“I can’t stress enough how in golf what you do before the region tournament doesn’t matter, because if you get to the region tournament and don’t advance (to state), then anything before (that) doesn’t matter,” he explained.

The Lady Panthers have one match left before region.

Sibcy wants the girls to take things “one shot at a time” and “focus” on their game, because “everything else will take care of itself.”

“We have four really great golfers, but we haven’t seen them all play consistently well in the same tournament,” he explained. “If they all play well on the same day, then look out.

But, all year I have stressed, ‘One shot at a time.’”

Senior Hattie Sewell is one of the staples of the Lady Panthers’ success, but before the season, she would have told you she didn’t know where they would be at this point.

“I’m pleased with how well we have played up to this

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Baseball: Hawks topple Mustangs for region win

BY KYLE FUNDERBURK

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HOSCHTON – The need to save your pitchers for the meat of your schedule in high-school baseball cannot be stressed enough.

That’s why it is always great to end a game after just five innings whenever you can, and that’s exactly what the Mill Creek Hawks did last Friday in a 12-2 win over Meadowcreek High School.

Jay Pendley started on the mound for Mill Creek and other than the fourth inning, he made quick work of the Mustangs’ lineup. Pendley retired nine of the first 11 batters he faced and finished his day with seven strikeouts.

“Anytime when you are in your region and are able to save your pitching, it’s a good thing,” Mill Creek head coach Doug Jones said. “Obviously, we’ll take the strikeouts, but when they hit the ball, we were in good spots.

“As long as we throw strikes and play good defense, we will have a chance.”

Pendley said that of his three starts this season, this was the smoothest.

“I felt like I had really good control of my slider today,” he said. “I was throwing the fastball for strikes for the most part until later on.

“I was able to set them all up with fastballs, then take them out with the sliders most of the game.”

The Hawks were just as great at the plate as they were on the mound. Jacob Freeland set the tone of the game with a lead-off double

and everything went on from there. Beau Brundage hit a double from the three-spot to bring Freeland home.

Sam Buchanan stepped up next and drove Cameron Turley and Brundage home with a single.

Brudnage added two more RBIs to his total in the second inning when Freeland and Turley crossed the plate on a single, giving the Hawks a 5-0 lead.

Mill Creek extended the lead to 9-0 in the third inning with runs by Phillip Green, Davis Sharpe, Freeland and Sam Strausser. Freeland’s run was his fourth of the game and gave Brundage his fourth RBI. Meadowcreek finally made its way on the scoreboard in the fourth inning after an RBI triple by John Arnold. The next batter, Sal Mindoza, drove Arnold home on a single to trim the lead to 9-2.

Mill Creek made up for those runs and then some in the bottom of the fourth.

After Andrew Martin just missed a solo home run by a couple of feet, Jake Stevens drove him home with a single. Brundage brought his RBI total to six when he hit a single to bring Stevens and Beau Jones home, which gave the Hawks a 12-2 lead.

Sharpe relieved Pendley in the fifth and made quick work of the Mustang batters to end the game early on a 10-run rule (10-run lead after the fifth inning ends the game).

Mill Creek plays at Collins Hill tomorrow night.

East Jackson boys’ golf team Doug Chellew The Paper

Jefferson’s Micah Carpenter makes a catch during last Friday’s game against Hart County.

Boobas maintained focused and completed the process of the tag on the runner as a collision ensued and ended the inning.

The Hart County runner was ejected.

“I’m proud of our guys.

They have got some character. They know how to act. To me, that means more than anything else,” Knight said.

On taking two of three games against the in-region rival, Knight said, “You’re happy that you win the series.

Of course, you always want a sweep, but you’re happy that you won the series. If we keep

winning series, then where we are want to be at the end of the year.”

The Dragons found themselves down in a 4-1 hole early in game one of the doubleheader, but an eight-run fourth inning quickly propelled the Dragons to the lead at 9-4. The inning included four singles and two doubles.

They added five more runs in the sixth inning.

Will Breese and Jake Franklin each recorded three hits in the game-one win and drove home a combined five runs. Micah Carpenter added two hits and two RBIs

and Taylor Wilkes belted four hits and one RBI. In game two, Hart County snagged two runs in the first and third innings and added another in the fourth to grab a 5-1 lead.

The Dragons cut the deficit to 5-2 after the fifth, but the Bulldogs added their final three runs in the sixth inning .

Boobas, Carpenter and Ethan Garner all recorded an RBI. Hart County’s Cody Frye recorded 11 strikeouts.

Jefferson plays at Jackson County tomorrow night.

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East Jackson’s Jake Golob during last week’s tri-match.

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Join former University of Georgia football players Michael Bennett and Jefferson’s own Lucas Redd as they host one-day football camp on Sunday, April 12 from 2-5 p.m. at the Jefferson Sports Complex. The camp is for kids ages 6-14. Registration fee is $50 and closes on April 10. No equipment is needed. Dress appropriate for the weather conditions. For more information, visit www.jeffersonrec. com, or call 706-367-5116 (Jefferson Parks & Recreation Department).

Registration for baton twirling is now open at the Jefferson Parks & Recreation Department. Registration is $75, plus a $24 baton fee ($35 out-of-city fee for noncity residents). Registration ends April 10. The class is for girls ages 5 and up. Class starts Thursday, April 9 and runs until May 21. Students will learn basic technique, baton tricks and dance twirl routines. For more information, visit www.jeffersonrec.com, or call 706-367-5116.

TENNIS: Jefferson hosts Commerce today at 4 p.m. and travels to Hebron Christian Academy on Monday at 4 p.m.

BASEBALL: Jefferson travels to cross-town rival Jackson County on Friday. The game is a doubleheader and starts at 5 p.m. Commerce hosts Hebron Christian Academy today at 5:55 p.m. Mill Creek travels to Collins Hill on Friday at 5:55 p.m.

GOLF: Region 8-AAA boys’ tournament at Double Oaks Golf Club in Commerce on Monday, April 13.

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“We don’t look at the break as a bad thing,” he said. “It is a time of recovery, and when we get back from the break, we will be clear-minded and still have the drive and the focus.

“We will start the second half of the season just as well as we did the first half.”

Senior Jake Hubbard leads the Hawks’ stellar defense with 20 steals/caused turnovers.

Hubbard says he became more “effective” at communicating with his teammates, and, “when that happens, it makes things much simpler.”

“A communicating defense scares opposing offenses,” said Hubbard.

“When they don’t know what they’re doing, but you know what you’re doing, it can allow your team to take control of a game.”

Hubbard said he knew before the season that this group of seniors and team had something “special,” and that this season had the potential to be a “great season.”

“We try not to look to far

ahead, take things one game at a time,” he explained.

“Like with Pope, I looked past (them).

“They came in knowing they had to play really well to beat us and we overlooked them.”

To sum up how Hubbard is viewing the second half of the season, he said, “As a senior , I’m simply focused (because) with every game that passes, it is one less game I get to enjoy because it is my senior year; almost a smellthe-roses type of way of looking at the second half of the season.”

Adams says it will be about the team’s focus if the team wants to see their success continue.

“We want to play the same, no matter who we play,” he said. “We have some big area games coming up after Spring Break.

“They (the players) have seen what they can do, and we have played some great teams. The guys know what they are capable of, and we (the coaches) are going to do our best to keep their eye on the main goal, take one game at a time and keep them motivated,” Adams continued.

“We’re just going to tell them to, ‘Have fun. You’re playing

Panthers sweep Blue Devils

BY COLIN HUBBARD

sports@clickthepaper.com

JEFFERSON – Headed into last Friday’s action against Elbert County, the Jackson County Panthers were behind the Blue Devils for the last playoff spot in Region 8-AAA. After a 14-2 drubbing last Tuesday to start the series, the Panthers were in prime position to take over that spot and get their first series sweep of the season.

The Panthers completed the three-game sweep at home with two wins in the doubleheader.

Pitcher Coleman Barbee dominated game one, pitching a complete-game shutout, allowing just five hits and recording seven strikeouts on 77 pitches.

“It feels good to know that we have our entire pitching ready for next week against Jefferson,” Barbee said.

“We came out here and did our job and got two big wins tonight.”

The Panthers tallied six hits and five stolen bases in game one. The Panthers stole a combined nine bases in the doubleheader.

“We ran the bases extremely well tonight,” Jackson County head coach Tommy Fountain said. “That was a big key to our success in our two games tonight.”

After a lead-off walk from Chris Griggs to start the game, Max Wilson drove him in on a single to give the Panthers a 1-0 lead after one inning.

Pitching with a lead, Barbee made quick work of the Blue Devils by striking out the side.

After the lead was bumped to 2-0, Griggs led the fourth inning off with a walk and scored along with Joel Ellis off of a Caleb Matthews’ RBI double to give the Panthers a 4-0 lead.

With two men on base for the Blue Devils in the top of the sixth, Barbee got help from his defense as Chandler Saine tagged out a runner trying to steal to end the inning.

The Panthers added one more run in the bottom half of the inning on a Griggs’ single (5-0).

In the last inning, and with the Blue Devils pressing to get on the scoreboard, Andy Tuner lined a ball right at Saine, who dove and flipped the ball blindly to Griggs,

who stepped on the second and fired to first for a double play to end the game.

“I just flipped the ball over my right shoulder as I was falling and hoped Griggs was going to catch it,” Saine said.

Game two of the doubleheader started off just like the Panthers planned. With Colby Cole already on base, Ellis drove him in with a double to left to give the Panthers an early 1-0 lead.

Jace Latty took the mound for the Panthers in game two and made quick work through the first two innings, allowing no hits and recording a strikeout.

The Panthers nabbed another run in the second inning after Travis Vickers stole home, followed by another RBI double by Ellis, giving Jackson County a 3-0 lead after two innings of play.

They added two more runs in the third inning via an RBI single from Griggs, while Vickers scored on a throwing error from the Blue Devils to give the Panthers a 5-0 lead after the third inning.

Neither team crossed the plate in the final four innings of play as Latty finished off the Blue Devils with a complete-game three-hit shutout.

He recorded five strikeouts.

“I was able to come in and throw strikes and let my defense work,” Latty explained. “It’s easy to pitch with a lead and know that you have a good defense behind you.”

The Panthers managed five runs on five hits as a team.

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LEFT: Jackson County senior Hattie Sewell during last Thursday’s match at Traditions of Braselton Golf Club. RIGHT: Jackson County junior Cierra Gunnin during last Thursday’s match at Traditions of Braselton Golf Club.

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point,” she said. “I was worried because of the seniors we lost off of last year’s team.

“But, we all have stepped up and picked up the slack.”

Sewell has only been playing golf since her sophomore year (2011-12), but her nine-hole score has improved each year. From the 60s she shot her first year, she now shoots in the 40s over nine holes.

“What would be great is winning the region tournament and not have to go to

sectionals, because that’s the only way to make sure you’re in the state tournament,” said Sewell.

Sectionals is a last-chance qualifying tournament for teams to make it into the state tournament.

“That’s what I would like to see happen, at least,” said Sewell. “If we all play well, then we can.”

Junior Cierra Gunnin credits the team’s success because of Sibcy’s leadership, as well as her individual play. His guidance helped her take low-medalist honors at last month’s Jackson County Championship, an event the team won, beating rivals Jefferson, East Jackson and Commerce.

She said he helped her with her chip-

ping and off-the-green putts.

“He’s really helping me gain a lot of confidence, and it’s nice to play with that,” she said.

Like Sewell, Gunnin didn’t know what the 2015 would bring. At the break, it has yielded what she called “one of the best season’s we’ve ever had.”

“We’ve all shot in the low 40s. I believe that’s the first time that’s happened for us (on a regular basis),” she said.

Going into the region tournament, Gunnin is going to have the same mindset as she did at the county championship.

“We (the team) went into that wanting to compete (against) Jefferson,” she said, “and, we ended up winning.”

Jackson County boys’ golf photos against Hart County

Doug Chellew The Paper

The Jackson County Panthers competed against the Hart County Bulldogs last Thursday at Traditions of Braselton Golf Club. The Panthers are gearing up for next Monday’s boys’ Region 8-AAA tournament at Double Oaks Golf Club.

Mill Creek Lady Hawks

It feels good to know that we have our entire pitching ready for (this) week against Jefferson.

We came out here and did our job and got two big wins tonight.

Coleman Barbee Jackson County pitcher Charles Phelps The Paper

LEFT: Mill Creek’s Lauren Navas on a corner kick during last week’s rain-shortened game against the Collins Hill Lady Eagles. RIGHT: McClaine Logsdon battles a Collins Hill Lady Eagle defender during last week’s rain-shortened region game.

The game ended in the 64th minute due to inclement weather. The score was 0-0.

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To bring attention to April as Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Jackson County will be helping some agency representatives put up pinwheels this year at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, April 13, at the Pocket Park in downtown Jefferson. The purpose is promote the prevention of child abuse.

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Teach children the importance of staying safe

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By Becky Lee, LMSW, Executive Director, and Jessie Gant, UGA Counseling Intern

The Tree House Inc.

As an intern at The Tree House, I am constantly surrounded by the impact of child abuse. Families come to us hurting and through us find support and healing.

Bright and early at 8 a.m., we begin our day of sharing hope. You walk into our brightly painted waiting room and feel it is a safe place. This is only the first comfort you receive at The Tree House. Our staff and interns are working daily with children and their caregivers through some of the toughest things life can hold.

Child abuse is not an easy topic, but it can be life saving to discuss. In the families we serve, there is immense strength, courage and resilience. We know that courage is present throughout our community and that is why we dare to have this conversation.

If you think that child abuse is In 2014, The Tree rare, think again. The statistics are House conducted actually quite alarming: One in four (1 in 4) girls and one in six (1 in 6) 331 forensic boys are sexually abused; 75 percent interviews of of kids who drop out of high school abuse history; Children who which 262 were have experience child abuse are twice as suspected cases likely to be arrested as juveniles; and more than 60 percent of individuals of child sexual in drug treatment reported being abuse. abused or neglected as a child. Such prevalence demands a focus on prevention.

The Tree House is honored to serve families of child victims, and now we urge the families in our community to join us in making it a safer place to live.

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Teaching children safety is important, but it is up to us, the adults, the “grown-ups,” to take a stand to protect the children of our community.

It is up to the grown-ups to learn, recognize and respond responsibility to child abuse.

The first step is to learn the signs of child abuse and know they are not always obvious.

Second, listen to kids. They don’t always have the right words, but pay attention to each one. No matter how hard it is to believe that a friend or neighbor has harmed them, remember that 90 percent of abuse occurs from someone a child knows and trusts. Additionally, only 1 percent of disclosures by children end up being false.

Third, don’t try to be your own investigator. Once you learn the warning signs and listen to the child, report it to law enforcement immediately. Such an emotional topic can really affect the way we ask our children questions and that can worry or even scare them. Forensic interviewers are trained to obtain the most accurate information in a childfriendly environment.

In 2014, The Tree House conducted 331 forensic interviews of which 262 were suspected cases of child sexual abuse. In total for the past year, The Tree House has served 401 children and their families through interviews, counseling and other services.

Now you may be asking yourself “How can I learn the warning signs?” Many changes in behavior can indicate a child is in distress. To learn more, call The Tree House and request a child abuse training session “Darkness to Light” from Stewards of Children. You don’t have to have children or even work with children to take this important course on child safety.

In times of tragedy or disaster, communities stand together and hold each other up. So, let us now stand together against this social epidemic. Let us support those who are suffering and give hope. Child abuse is preventable, and together we can defend the right each child has to a peaceful and innocent childhood.

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Spread the word and help to save a child.

Katie Phillips is greeted by Journie and Rolo, two of the discarded nurse mare foals rescued from Last Chance Corral in Athens, Ohio. This filly and colt were brought to Going for Broke Farm along with another filly named Manni. The Baby Quest is being followed on Facebook by many interested persons.

Rescues add flavor to farm life

By LEANNE AKIN

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Going for Broke Farm in Jackson County is alive with springtime activities which animals bring and Cindy Phillips and daughter Katie traveled to Athens, Ohio in March to add to the family’s menagerie of two dogs, four chickens, three cats, two goats and now seven horses.

Cindy Phillips learned last year about the nonprofit Last Chance Corral which seeks to place discarded nurse mare foal and the family’s ”Baby Quest” got underway.

Katie, like her mother, has always had horses – she was riding before she walked and learned to pull up on the leg of a horse -- but wanted the experience of helping a mare raise her baby.

That plan was on track until her special pregnant pony was lost to colic while at seven months. The blow was devastating but the family grieved, planted memorial rose bushes over the grave near the barn and then refocused and prayed.

“With lots of prayers, we knew we wanted to do some good with this,” Cindy said. “And everything fell into place” even when a planned trip to Switzerland could have thrown a monkey wrench into the pony plans if some colts became available. No ponies in December and it turned out that the first group of colts went to other adoptive home and the second group had no ponies suitable for equestrian ventures which Phillips is actively involved in.

All the signs aligned as the day before Katie was to return home from West Georgia University for spring break, the call came that two fillies were being held for the

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Cindy Phillips holds Rolo as the colt, born March 12, gets acquainted with Trey, one of the horses at Going for Broke Farm.

Phillips family. After participating in the March 14 Rockin’ the Green 5K, (Cindy Phillips chairs the Braselton Downtown Development Authority which put on the event), she and Katie hooked up the horse trailer and headed toward Ohio.

Journie was born March 2 while Manhattan, called Manni, was born Feb. 2. While they had planned to drive to Ohio to adopt two discarded nurse mare foals, they ended up also bringing home a quarter horse/paint Triple Caramel they call Rolo. The colt was born March 12.

On March 14, Cindy and Katie arrived in Ohio, the day after Cindy’s birthday, and spent the night before meeting the ponies which are taught to drink from

a bucket before adoption. Volunteers – including soccer kids and their parents – assisted with the babies getting washed up and into the chute to the trailer. It was time for 550-mile the trip back from Ohio which included stops to feed warm milk to the ponies which were also cleaned up for the final leg of the ride.

Veterinarian, Dr. Amy Scott, assisted back at home when meds were needed and Cindy’s friend Karen Hudson came to spend the first week when Katie had to return to college for the final three weeks before summer to help set a routine for the growing ponies.

Cindy says the ponies are just like children – you want to help them develop to their full potential.

Prevention training is being offered Darkness to Light/Stewards of Children is a two-hour prevention training with a vision of a world free of child sexual abuse. A world in which all children are loved, protected and nurtured, able to grow up healthy, with their sexual boundaries intact. This is the birthright of every child. Call The Tree House at 770-868-1900 and schedule a training session.

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Rolo, Manni and Journie take a rest as Katie Phillips and her mother Cindy Phillips admire the newest rescue additions to their menagerie at the Jackson County Farm. See more scenes at ClickThePaper.com

Pet Fest fun at Crow’s Lake to be enjoyed April 18 The Humane Society of Jackson County invites you to participate in Pet Fest at Crow’s Lake April 18. The fun- filled day will start at 9 a.m. with a fun run. Entrance to the fun run is granted with a donation of cat food, dog food or cat litter.

The remainder of the day will be filled with more fun activities for children – make a pupPET, face painting, crazy hair and other fun games. Each activity will be for a $1 donation each.

Funopolis is providing an air cannon as well.

The StarWars Storm Troopers and HSJC mascots, Whiskers and Wags, will be onsite for photo opportunities.

Pets are also welcome to join us for activities designed for

them as well. The main stage will feature Musical Squares, Pet/ Parent look-a-like contest, Best Kisser, Best Tail Wagger and Most unique bark contest. Prizes will be given to the winners after each competition.

Galilee Veterinary Services will offer microchipping and rabies vaccines. Nail trims will be offered by Doggie Stylers.

These services will be for cash only.

Winners of the local school’s art contest and the winner of the chili cookoff will be announced during the 2 p.m. Two bands will be rocking the main stage during the day as well.

Visit the HSJC website at www.hsjc.com or call 706-367-1111.

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COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS Mentoring training. Lindsay’s Legacy Mentoring is offering a free training session from 3-4:15 p.m. on Thursday, April 7, at the Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce. Learn more about the role mentoring plays in the Jackson County community and volunteer opportunities, visit www.

LindsaysLegacyMentoring. org or call 706-410-5525.

Friends of the Library annual meeting. The annual meeting of Friends of the BraseltonWest Jackson Library will be held on Wednesday, April 8, immediately following our Lunch & Learn program which begins at 11:30 a.m. The speaker for the lunch and learn will be Gay H. Hammond, resident dramatist of the Gainesville Theater Alliance. To make your reservations for the lunch of homemade soups, salad and dessert for $6 per person, call Debbie at 678963-5423. Also at the meeting, Hamilton State Bank will be making a $1,000 donation to support the Friends’ AFTERWORDS Store. “This marks the eighth consecutive year that Hamilton State Bank has been a strong supporter of our organization,” said Friends president Dan Aldridge.

Rotary Club golf tournament.

The Rotary Club of Braselton will host a fundraising golf tournament at The Legends at Chateau Elan on Tuesday, April 14, with a Monday preevent party on tap. A wine and cheese social starting at 5:30 p.m. will also include free prostrate cancer screenings (a blood draw) and testosterone level testing as well as a hands-on demonstration of the da Vinci machine used in laser surgery techniques compliments of Dr. Brent Sharp, the staff of Northeast Georgia Urological Associates and Intuitive Surgerical. To register your golf team, go to braseltonrotarygolftournament.com.

For more information and details on the tournament, the social and memebership,

you can also contact club president Howard Hardaway at 770-354-7553 or email howard.hardaway.gsb6@ statefarm.com or hhowardhardaway@gmail.com

April 18, YearOne is hosting its first car show of the year from 3-7 p.m. with the focus on public safety. YearOne is located at 1001 Cherry Drive in Braselton.

Night of Wine and Roses at the museum. On Thursday, April 16, the Crawford Long Museum will hold an after-hours painting party “A Night of Wine and Roses” from 7:00-9 p.m. with instruction from Belinda Harris of Belinda Harris Arts.

Learn to paint roses on wine glasses with step-by-step instructions, including how to bake them in the oven at home. Attendees will enjoy wine and light appetizers.

No experience necessary.

This is fun art, not fine art.

Pre-registration required and space is limited. All supplies and refreshments included in registration fee. Cost is $25 for museum members and $30 for nonmembers. Additional glasses may be purchased for $2 each. For further information and to make reservations, contact the museum at 706-367-5307. Museum operating hours, Tuesday – Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Hoschton community yard sale. On Saturday, April 18, Hoschton will host a community yard near city hall.

The event will allow sellers to apply for a booth and hopefully sell unwanted household goods. It is $15 to reserve a booth and will run from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Notfor-profit trucks will arrive at the close of the day to take items that did not sell that sellers do not wish to take home.

Open air market at ShieldsEthridge Farm. The Cultivators’ Market at the ShieldsEthridge Heritage Farm gets under way April 18. The open-air market encourages homesteading practices with the goal of bringing the community together with local farmers, growers and entrepreneurs in a festival atmosphere on the grounds of the 200-year-old working farm. It will be held from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. on the third Saturday of every month from April through October.

There will be live music and experts on various homesteading practices. Visitors will be able to purchase fresh produce and handmade products while touring the farm located at 2355 Ethridge Road in Jefferson.

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Help for Adventure Bags.

Helping Hands Poker Run will be held April 18 as a fundraiser for Adventure Bags, a local organization that provides a bag filled with necessities and items of comfort for children who are being removed from their homes and placed in foster care. Sponsored by ABATE of Georgia – Fifth District North and Sonic Drive-In of North Georgia, the poker run will begin at Sonic in Bogart, located next to Cycle World of Athens. Registration is at 9 a.m. with the first bike out at 10 a.m. First hand is $15 with additional hands for $5. Call Allen Kennedy at 770-2314824.

Art gallery show. The Georgia Piedmont Arts Center is announcing the “Color of Spring” gallery show to be held at their new location, 122 W. May St., in Winder.

The opening reception will be from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, April 17. The gallery will also be open on Saturday, April 18, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and thereafter on Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday from noon to 3 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ribbons will be awarded for Best of Show, 1st, 2nd and 3rd place and honorable mention in 2D and 3D. There will also be a gift shop for the purchase of handmade items. The mis-

sion of Georgia Piedmont Arts Center is to cultivate, facilitate and promote a community in which all forms of art can thrive cooperatively to enrich all citizens through excellence in cultural education, participation, appreciation and enjoyment. If you would like more information or an application to participate, go to the website at www.georgiapiedmontartscenter.com Braselton Downtown Merchants Mixer. All Braselton downtown business owners and operators, staff and stakeholders are invited to the downtown merchants mixer set for Wednesday, April 22, at Country Inn & Suites. The Braselton Downtown Development Authority plans a relaxed evening of networking with great food, wine and door prizes. RSVPs

by April 16 are requested by Downtown Director Amy Pinnell at 706-68400369 or apinnell@braselton.net Braselton Antique & Garden Festival. On Friday, April 24, through Sunday, April 26, the Braselton Antique Festival Association will host this spring festival which fills Braselton Park as well as has vendors around the Harrison Street area and beyond. The festival begins at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday and 9:30 a.m. on Sunday.

UGA Vet Clinic for llamas and alpacas. Kim Kyst’s Chelian Farm in Jefferson will be hosting a UGA Vet Clinic starting at 8 a.m. on Friday, April 24, with Dr. Lisa Williamson with UGA Field Services overseeing the day’s activities and procedures which are by appointment only. Contact Kim Kyst at kim@kyst.org or 678-4813759 to schedule animal procedures. Dr. Williamson says, “If we get started in the morning or early afternoon, we could most likely double the number of castrations we could handle. Estimated cost for each is $30 to cover drugs, sterile gauze, sterile gloves and suture material. I can call this a laboratory and

waive trip fee and professional fees. Folks need to know senior students do the castrations with faculty supervision. Several students scheduled to be on the rotation in April were just on a regular rotation with me, and we gelded a group of alpacas, so, they are seasoned.

Jefferson Garden Club tour.

The Jefferson Garden Club tour will be held rain or shine from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 2. This year’s tour features five area gardens.

Tickets are $15 advance, $20 day of tour with children under 12 free. Tickets available at Jefferson Public Library or call 706-367-8704.

Race for Williams. The fifth annual Race for Williams will be held at Crow’s Lake in Jefferson on Sunday, May 3. The 5K fundraiser will raise money for the Williams Syndrome Association while also raising awareness about this rare genetic disorder.

There will be lots of activities for an afternoon of family fun by the lake. You can participate in the Fun Run/ Walk 1-mile event at 2:30 p.m. or the 5K trail race at 3 p.m. or donate if you want to contribute, but can’t attend. Come out and enjoy all of the free kid activities that will begin at 1p.m. such as face painting, fair hair, bounce house, inflatable slide, dunking booth, balloon clowns and more. The concession stand will be available from 1-5 p.m. so come out for lunch. Go online now at www.williamssyndrome.org/jefferson to guarantee your T-shirt with registration.

Encore Azalea Festival. The City of Arcade is the Encore Azalea City and this year’s Encore Azalea Festival is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, (rain or shine) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Arcade City Park.

The festival will have arts

and crafts vendors, live musical entertainment, festive and fun foods as well as kids’ activities.

Spring Jam. The Jackson Spring Jam, set for Thursday, May 7, at Bouchard Farms, will boast a $10,000 for one lucky winner, dozens of raffle prizes, networking opportunities, food, drinks and music. General admission is $10 and raffle tickets for the $10,000 prize get you into the event. Sponsorships are available and Peach State Federal Credit Union also already a silver sponsor.

Memorial Day parade. Planning is under way for the Jackson County Memorial Day Parade to be held Monday, May 25, in downtown Jefferson. The parade will start at 2 p.m. Main Street Jefferson is coordinating; contact Beth Laughinghouse at blaughinghouse@ cityofjefferson.com or call 706-367-5714. Visit www. mainstreetjefferson.com Lights, Camera, Relay.

The 2015 Braselton-Hoschton Relay For Life which had been announced for Saturday, May 16, in Braselton Park is being rescheduled for Saturday, Aug. 15.

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Picking husband never an either-or option Dear Carolyn: I am considering getting remarried three years after an awful divorce. I had young twins, now 5. The man I’m with has a lot of parenting knowhow, and we can meld our families really well. But the person who is a better fit for me is someone I was with a few years back, who “gets” me and is more selfless than anyone I’ve ever been with.

If I pick the guy who’s best for my kids, I lose out.

If I pick the guy who’s better for me but has no parenting experience, my kids lose out.

How can I pick? — C. Marriage is not a fatherreplacement system! You can’t separate the quality of the parenting from the quality of the primary relationship in a child’s home. Ack. If you “lose out” with Mr. Know-How, your kids do, too.

And that’s before we get into how the man feels about his selection as unpaid nanny

Carolyn Hax under the false pretense of being your intimate life partner. The selfishness of what you’ve proposed here is breathtaking; I can only hope you’ve had post-traumaticdivorce, child-centric blinders on and will get this when they’re removed.

If Mr. Better Fit is just that, better than the other guy, then the answer is: You don’t have to marry anyone. Don’t force it.

If instead you’re certain about Mr. B-F (how that’s possible on memory alone while “with” and contemplating marriage to another guy, I won’t even try to parse), and “has no parent-

ing experience” is your only concern, then, remember, that description fits the best father in the history of humanity the moment before he first held his child.

What matters is he’s kind, trustworthy, flexible and committed to doing right by your kids.

Of course, if he’s not these things, he’s out.

We could spend days pointing our flashlights into every corner of the decisions you’re facing, but that’s its own answer: You don’t even have your feelings and priorities straight yet, so any decision is premature. The commitment to make now is to getting your rudder fixed.

Even if you feel calm and assured in your purpose, when a decision to marry is either-or, the answer is always neither. Marry when there’s no doubt it’s the right person, right time, just right.

The scorched landscape of your last marriage is still

fresh in your mind, so please summon those images as a reminder to be patient anytime you feel pressured to choose this partner or that, my needs or theirs, marry or not. Your job is to maintain a loving and stable home for your children now, today, with what you have.

Introduce change only when you’re confident it brings more love and stability to all, in proven, sustainable ways.

Dear Carolyn: My son has recently started dating a nice girl who my wife and I like and enjoy.

They have been living in our home for six months, saving to get their own place.

That happens this week.

We have treated them to many things she hadn’t experienced where she used to live. We’re not talking European vacations, just things like nice dining, events, shows, etc.

Here’s the rub: My son’s

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birthday is coming up and I have purchased two tickets to a show I know he will love.

I would like to go with him, just the two of us. I am sure feelings will be hurt because she won’t be included, and I’m sure she would also love to go. I could just give them both of the tickets, which I don’t want to do. How to proceed? No good deed goes unpunished. — Florida Why do you assume punishment? “Hey, Son, I’d like to take you to X, just the two of us.”

Give your dim worldview a chance to surprise you by not coming true.

If experience tells you it will, then I still advise you to invite your son straight-up, like it’s the most natural thing in the world.

For one thing, it is. And, it’s an experience you’re excited about, so you both deserve a chance at it. He can always say no.

I also get the impression it’s a statement you’d like to make. You’re not acting like a guy who wants to take his kid to a show; you’re acting like someone who wants to stand up for himself, but needs to take a deep breath — and assure himself it’s worth the fallout — first.

If that’s true, then make sure you understand what you’re standing up to/for before you mount your resistance. Do you resent that your generosity is now expected? Believe your son and his girlfriend are moving too quickly? Notice she pressures him to be with her 24/7, and he doesn’t grasp how controlling that is?

Merely feel the passage of time?

Either way, the advice is, invite him and just open your eyes to the why.

Chat with Carolyn online at noon each Friday at www. washingtonpost.com.

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Contact: 770-597-4177 EEO/AA/VETS/DISABLED

DRIVER POSITIONS Morgan Concrete in Buford, Jefferson, Athens. Start now. Paid orientation and training to be concrete delivery pro. Great starting pay/ benefits. Must have 2yrs exp using CDL. See morganconcrete.com careers tab or call Mel at 800-448-2830

Full time position for Administrative Assistant.

Bilingual with good computer and customer service skills. Will work in QuickBooks software. Accustomed to multi-tasking in fast pace environment.

Benefits. Please send brief cover letter and resume to: careers@ fockelegardencompany. com or go to website at www. fockelegardencompany. com

FT/PT CLASS A-CDL DRIVERSto haul live chickens in Gainesville, GA. $1500 Sign On Bonus Must have 2 years verifiable experience, good MVR. Night Shift, local positions, home daily, benefits. Call Johnny, 770-530-3157 or 804-784-6166

Part-Time Bilingual Receptionist needed for law firm.

E-mail resume to gainesvillelegaljobs@ gmail.com

Part-Time Help Wanted Part-Time KENNEL ASSISTANT (Dog AND Cat exp. preferred). Apply at Gainesville Veterinary Hospital, 1363 Thompson Bridge Rd.

Restaurant Help

Bakery Cafe jobs available.

Hofer’s Bakery has opening for an experienced baker.

Must be qualified in breads, cakes and pastry. We also have openings for full and part time cleaning help, cooks and retail bakery counter clerks. Apply in person 8758 North Main St., Helen.(706) 878-8200

DUMP TRUCK DRIVER Dump Truck Exp. Only. Class A & B- CDL Lic. Required. Clean driving record. Good knowledge of N. Atl. area, Cert., Drug Free Workplace. Ins. & paid holidays for qualified person. Alan Densmore Inc., Suwanee, GA 770945-0800

Gainesville, GA Growing Local trucking co. now has additional driving positions available.

Running S.E. Good well maintained equip. Good pay. Health insurance avail., must have 2 yrs exp minimum & verifiable background Class A CDLs. DOT drug screen & physical required. 770-531-0778 MORE MILES. MORE MONEY. Now Hiring CDL-A Drivers Company Driver position Dedicated Account $50,000 to $65,000 Yearly Weekly Guarantee Pay Paid Weekly – Every Friday Excellent Full Benefits Low Out-of-Pocket Costs Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical rates as low as $25/ single $38/family Consistent Home Time Full- or Part-Time Schedules Quarterly Safety Incentives earn up to $1,500 a year

855-231-3535 www.driveforaim.com

Trantham Services, Inc. needs Local Drivers in Gainesville, GA. Class A CDL required. 2yrs driving experience required. Feed hauling experience a plus.

Top pay and benefits.

All applicants should apply online @ www. tranthaminc.com or call 1-800-648-2017

Warehouse WAREHOUSE & DELIVERY DRIVER Email resume to: jbiatlanta@att.net 770-572-6130

Stuff Appliances WASHER & DRYER Kenmore. Exc Cond. $250. 770-983-1507 Washer/Dryers Stoves & Refrig.

Mattresses.

Refrig $125-$550.

Washers/Dryers from $125. Stoves $150. We do Appliance & Service Calls! 678-714-0493

Furniture

Traditional Floral Couch And Love Seat. $250/obo Toddler Bed with Mattress $50 770-535-0092

Lawn Equipment 54 in. Ariens COMMERCIAL RIDING MOWER, 25HP, Kohler, like new, 60 hrs, residential use only, Cost $3,200 new.

Must sell $1,800.

Please call 770-654-3694 Snapper Riding Mower- 12hp, 28” cut.

Very Good Cond. $400.

I Buy Snapper Riding Mowers Not Running.

Flowery Branch, 678617-5012

Misc. For Sale 2 Abu Garcia Reels w/7ft. Poles. 1 Reel silver, Ambassador type.

Model#4600 C3. $30; 2nd Reel Red, Ambassador type. model #6000. $30; Cross bow cover/Carrier $40; Luggage/Duffel Bag. New $20. Boxing Equipt $110. Stand w/ heavy bag, 1 small bag, 2 sets of Gloves.

Bone Dry Fishing Waders, size 11. $40; Charcoal Propane Grill $40. Turkey Decoy Hen/ $7. Call Mon thru Fri 4-8pm. 678-828-7416

5 Ton Electric Log Splitter Works great. $145; 4 used tires $20 ea. 3 Coffee Makers ($40) for all; Hot Water Carpet Cleaner $125 4x6 Steel bed Trailer. $410.

706-693-0099

Musical Instruments BASS GUITAR & TRIMMINGS: Ibanez (Maple & Cherry), New condition, Softshell case, Tuner, Fender Amplifier, Cables, Guitar Stand, Nice Music Stand.

Bought $800, played few months, got tinnitus, selling $450 Firm.

770 965 6160. OR 678 316 0607. South Hall Area.

UPRIGHT STUDIO PIANO 1966 Story & Clark, good cond., has been tuned, honey finish w/ upholstered bench. 706-809-2439

Pets & Supplies CATS - all colors. Long/ short haired. Spayed/ neutered.

Some declawed/ micro-chipped. Free to preferably inside home.

678-387-9151 lenatinaturner@ gmail.com CHOCOLATE LAB. male, 8 mos old. All papers.

All shots 770-534-3708; 678-9361622 TOY POODLES, CKC, Shots/wormed.

(1) female, $450; (2) males $350. 706865-1640

Wanted To Buy Southhampton Falls HOA bi-annual Neighborhood Yard Sale. Fri/Sat, April 10/11th, 8 til-? Follow signs from 124 x332 Wanted To Buy: Timber of all kinds. Paying Top Dollar. 770-869-3909; 706-677-3585

Boat dock 10x20 with 50x4 ramp, black floats, new wood, good condition, close to Clark’s bridge ramp $1000 706-659-6681 BUYING: “MASTER” Badges & Practice Round Tickets”. Paying top dollar. 770-266-6980 ENCLOSED TRAILER6x12, barn doors, single axle with brakes. $1700/ obo. 440-309-6765 FREE SOFA, chairs, end tables, & other items.

All Free. Call Doug 770-366-5443 Living Estate Glassware & Collectibles.

Extensive Collection of Kings Crown glasswareruby Also hard to find spruce green Tiara. retired Fenton pieces -Elvis memorabilia, 60’s phonograph radio combo. Precious Moments, coca Cola, Majorette Barbies Jim Beam decanters-seals unbroken, Serious buyers only. Call to see 770-843-6499 . All sales cash.

PIERCE’S PINE STRAW - We now have fresh fallen #1 Slash Straw @ $3.25 per bale. Picked up $3.50 per bale delivered. We also now have #1 Savannah Long Leaf Straw. Pickup up $4 per bale. $4.50 delivered. Order while it is new & beautiful.

We are looking for Professional Spreaders.

Call me for pricing at 678-617-0403 or Margie, 678-677-6352 Call for orders after 6pm.

Thank-You Pierce’s Pinestraw We will spread!!

1507 Martin Luther King Blvd. Gainesville, GA POWERED WHEEL CHAIR- 24 volt rechargeable system, raises & lowers, reclines, joy stick. Like New condition! $3500/obo.

706-693-4520

Homes & Real Estate Farms & Farm Land

BANKS CO: 8.8 Acre Horse Farm-Very well kept property with a 3/2BR, 2BA brick 1500 sq. ft. +/- home, 8 stalls in three barns, hay storage, shop, tack & feed rooms, 120 X 220 lighted arena, pastures fenced and cross fenced, close to Hwy 441 & Commerce. Priced below appraisal @ $242,000.

Bob Hennig Southern Heritage Land Co. 770-540-2243 Owner Agent

Large Estate Sale for David & Pat Raines.

Thurs thru Sat., 9-4pm.

7281 Coral Lake Dr., Flowery Branch, GA 30542. Antiques, kitchen wares, decoratives, collectibles, many garden tools, Everything to set up a home. Riding mower, exercise equipt.

Southhampton Falls HOA bi-annual Neighborhood Yard Sale. Fri/Sat, April 10/11th, 8 til-? Follow signs from 124 x332

HABERSHAM CO.: 16.5 Acre Horse FarmHuge 4 BR, 2 1/2 BA double wide, 40 x 120 13 stall barn, customer boarders tack room, owner’s tack & feed room, bath in barn, 60 x 200 riding arena, 60 round pen, pastures are fenced and cross fenced, stream, tractor & hay storage bldg., 3000 gallon rain storage system. Great Opportunity to get into the horse business and generate additional income. $350,000.

Bob Hennig Southern Heritage Land Co. 770-540-2243

HALL CO.: 24.3 Acre Cattle/Horse Farm -located in Clermont 3BR, 2BA Ranch style partially finished daylight basement, 2 fp, sun room, Mtn View, Little River at back boundary, pasture, barn, shop, gated entrance, paved drive, spring, close to Hwy 129.

This is a very well kept property. $383,000.

Bob Hennig Southern Heritage Land Co. 770-540-2243

Homes-Rentals ApartmentsUnfurnished Oakwood - 2/1.5, yard very safe, H/A $690$740. 678-357-5044

Condominiums For Rent 3BR/2BA Quiet, Sardis $820/m 770-654-1767 770-983-3579

Pine Forest- Oakwood 2BR/1BA $740/mo. 770287-1456 callapartments.com

HALL CO.: 50.5 Acre Horse Farm- Lula area, 10 stall barn with full bath, office, shop, tack & feed room, hay & equip storage, 2 BR 2BA living space above barn, fp, screened porches, pastures fenced and cross fenced, creeks, rental mobile home, separate 2/stall barn with feed and tack room, 1/2 mi from GA 365. $750,000 Bob Hennig Southern Heritage Land Co. 770-540-2243 Owner Agent

Houses For RentUnfurnished 3BR/2BA West Hall. $975/mo.

770-614-8804 5BR/3BA, 27 ac, N. Hall, $1,600/mo. Possible LEASE PURCHASE. 678-316-3891 Apts/Homes. General Property Mgmt.

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WHITE CO.: 3.6 Acre Horse Farm- 2BR, 1BA log Home, back deck, fp, 4 stall barn, feed & tack room, small storage building, 5 mi to Helen, 7 mi to Cleveland, pasture is fenced and cross fenced, creek. $139,900. Bob Hennig Southern Heritage Land Co. 770-540-2243

Gainesville, S/N Hall 1-3BR $85 & up, per wk No app fee. 1 week free 770-534-7596

Roommates Wanted

House For Sale-Hall County

Private Rooms w/bath.

Fully furnished w/cable) No dep/util fees. $125/ wk. 678-328-9980

Large secluded family home. Deck, porches, pool with tiki bar, fire places, lake view. Sardis area. $429,000. 678-2301647 770-532-2291

3BR/2BA $135/wk Lrg priv lot. No pets.

678-936-1643 985 Exit 20- 2BR/1BA. $425mo. 706-9743360

Roommate Wanted Furnished in-law ste. $600mo. Utils incld. On Lake Lanier. No pets, no smokers. 770-530-0009 WANTED: Honest lady to share my home.

770-536-3917

Rooms For Rent $105/wk. Furnd, all utils & cable. W/D, kitchen.

678-862-3033/Randy

STEEL DOCK- 24x24.

Party deck, view windows, 10x10 cover top, storage boxes, cleats, newly stained. $5000. 404-693-4066

RV’s/Travel Trailers 2006 StarCraft Pop-up Camper model 2107.

Sleeps 7. A/C, heater, 3-way refrigerator. Great Condition. $4000. 678971-1501 ALLEGRO BUS 2009.

43’, 4 slides, 425 eng., Less than 25k miles.

Non smoker, no pets.

Always housed when not on road. Chevy ‘06 Colorado Tow Vehicle included. 75k mi. $198k.

678-677-5339

All Terrain Vehicles ATV 2003. 350 RANGER 2WD. Rebuilt. Like New! $2700. 678-316-8927

NISSAN 2013 Altima 2.5S, $16,987.

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NISSAN 2014 Sentra, $14,987.

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NISSAN 2014 Versa Note, $12,987.

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N. HALL, 5BR/3BA, 27 acres, huge kitchen, pvt, streams, great for animals, $650K. 678316-3891

BUICK 1999 Regal LS. Tan w/leath int, 88k mi, Good Cond. $3300. 678769-8452

NISSAN 2004 Xterra 4x4, $7,987.

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NISSAN 2006 Armada LE, $12,987.

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NISSAN 2012 Xterra, $19,987.

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NISSAN 2013 Pathfinder SL, 14K miles, $25,987.

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Trucks SUBARU 2007 Legacy Wagon, $7,987.

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CHEVY 1985 Custom 20 3/4 ton, straight body, good tires. Blown head gasket. $1200/ Firm.

678-343-8534

TOYOTA 1996 Camry. lavender, 4cyl, 140K miles, $2,000. 706949-4688

CHEVROLET 2006 HHR, $6,987.

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FORD 2009 Fusion, SE, $10,987.

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MERCURY 2004 Grand Marquis, $6,487.

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Exc cond. $7900. Paul, 678-492-0202 VW 2009 Jetta Sport Wgn. Silver, loaded, new tires. Great mpg. $11,990. 678-283-5898

HONDA 2010 Accord, V6 EXL, $14,987.

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MAZDA 1997 Miata.

143k, new paint/tires, auto, Exc Cond. $3000/ obo. 440-309-6765 MERCEDES 2000 E-320. AWD. 121k miles.

Loaded. Exc Cond. $5500. 404-910-2960 NISSAN 2002 Maxima SE/ GLE Sedan. Black with Cream Leather Interior. Mileage is 135000 has not been rolled back VIN#JN1 DA31D62T431352 Engine and Tires are in good condition . The car has some Cosmetic damage no severe damage. I have the Title in Hand. Price is $2500(firm) I will not negotiate I’ll accept Cash or Money Order Call Me 678-939-5383.

NISSAN 2008 Sentra, $7,987.

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Recreation Boats & Marine KAYAK BOAT TRAILER Equipped for 3 Kayaks, 17.5’. Asking $1200.

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NISSAN 2015 Altima 2.5S, $19,987.

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Autos For Sale BUICK 1993 Century, 86K miles, 6 cyl., pampered, 92 year old driver, $2,250.

770-535-7568

HONDA 2012 Civic, $12,987.

All Credit OK Carriage Nissan 770-532-6335 carriagenissan.com WHITE CO.: Sautee area cabin in the mountains 2BR,2BA, upgraded kitchen w/granite counter tops. 1.9 Acres, two additional storage bldgs., fenced pet yard, a back porch to die for with mountain views, extremely well cared for. $135,500.

Additional 6 Acres next door available for $35,000.

Bob Hennig Southern Heritage Land Co. 770-540-2243

N. HALL - 3BR/2BA $600/month.

770-540-0800

Single Slip Dock Good Condition $1000.00 OBO Ph. 678-696-5158

Import Cars

IVY MANOR Efficiency. $470. 770-614-8804

Mobile Homes For Rent

PONTOON BOAT 1998 24’ , 125 Mercury eng, with Like New Trailer. $8,000. 706-878-6025

Wheels

Yard Sale

Duplexes For Rent

BED Queen Pillow Top Mattress Set-NEWstill in plastic. $200 706-347-4814 Can Deliver

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NISSAN 2008 Versa, $5,987.

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CHEVY 2007 Silverado V8, 52K miles, $14,987.

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TOYOTA 2010 Yaris, $9,487.

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FORD 1987 Cab Over Grapple Truck. 17’ bed, Ready to work! $12,500.

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TOYOTA 2013 Camry SE, $15,987.

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FORD 2011 Ranger, $10,987.

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Motorcycles

TOYOTA 1993 PICK-UP. 4 cyl. w/camper, white, 135K mi. $3900. Ask for Cliff 404-520-0933

HARLEY 2008 FatBoy Anniversary.

Copper/Black.

New tires, brakes & service. 17000 mi.Lots of standard chrome. Nice bike, needs a new home. Trade value is 9000, asking 8000 obo. I work evenings, so please leave a message @ 706-968-2637 YAMAHA 2009- Touring V-Star 950 . 1 owner.

9500 mi. Garage kept, $4900. Serious Buyer Only! 770-855-4381

Sport Utility Vehicles CHEVY 2002 Trail Blazer LTZ . 4X4. 1 owner, Exc Cond. wht, gray leather.

167k, new Michelin tires. $7500/obo. 540-5802874

FORD 2007 Edge, $11,987.

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FORD 2010 Explorer Eddie Bauer, 3rd row, $15,987.

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TOYOTA 2007 Tacoma, auto, $10,487.

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TOYOTA 2008 Tacoma Crew Cab, TRD Pkg, $19,987.

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Vans DODGE 1997 Conv. Van. Ram 2500. 7 pass, V8, all power , cruise, 145k miles, Good Cond. , $3000 706-348-7796 NISSAN 1998 Quest, mini van, must sell, $1,500 obo. Call after 4pm. 770-771-2685.

NISSAN 2013 Quest Van, $19,987.

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