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The Paper | Thursday, August 27, 2015
Main Street Braselton promotions logo unveiled By FARAH BOHANNON
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Braselton’s Main Street board of directors and the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) recently unveiled the new Braselton Main Street new logo. The DDA, chaired by Cindy Phillips, has been working diligently on creating this logo that will represent downtown Braselton year-round. The full-color, casual freehand artwork focuses on the historic store building with a park bench, lamppost, greenery and a little bumble bee. “We began a concept design process earlier this year when the Georgia Main Street designation was made,” says DDA director Amy Pinnell. “The promotions committee was tasked with branding our downtown and to create an image that would help identify and promote the downtown sector. The 1904 Braselton Brothers store is the most iconic and recognizable asset as a focal point. We also sought to have a logo with artistic representation of our downtown as a destination, a place to relax or walk and certainly enjoy.”
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The mayors and other city representatives were involved in the recent luncheon hosteed by Hoschton Mayor Theresa Kenerly (below).
Pinnell also notes this logo can be dressed up for the seasons and/or holidays. For example, a Christmas tree or jack-o-lantern can easily be added with a handful of minor changes. DDA chairwoman Phillips says she believes the new logo perfectly represents Braselton. “We are excited about the new logo and think we’ve found the perfect combination of old and new, which is what Braselton represents,” Phillips said. The downtown branding campaign will utilize the versatile new logo on print and electronic marketing media and, in time, fun accessories such as totes, tees or caps.
The DDA members encourage Braselton residents to keep an eye out for the new logo. “Spending time in downtown Braselton is fun, and we’ve created a logo that says our downtown is fun and colorful and delightful,” says DDA promotions chairwoman Jennifer Kidd. The Braselton DDA works to assure the long-term economic stability of downtown Braselton by maintaining the small town character of the district and supporting the fundamentals that assure Braselton is a great place to live, work, play, invest and do business. For more information, visit www.braselton. net/dda.html.
Mayors’ lunch hosted at Hoschton Depot By FARAH BOHANNON
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Hoschton Mayor Theresa Kenerly hosted the quarterly mayors’ luncheon on Aug. 12 at the newly restored Hoschton Depot. This is an event where Jackson County mayors, clerks, town managers and other city employees gather for lunch and discussion regarding the happenings in each city. Kenerly said she was proud to host this quarter’s lunch in the Hoschton Depot, where continuous comments were made on how beautiful the space looked after it was officially opened for business in June. The depot was heavily damage by a March arson fire back but it is now fully functional and beautifully updated. Joining Kenerly at the luncheon was Hoschton Clerk Wendy Carter, Commerce Mayor J. Clark Hill III and City Manager Pete Pyrzenski, Arcade Mayor Doug Haynie and City Adminstrator/Clerk Debbie Mockus, Jefferson Assis-
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CVS storefront damaged by truck after medical situation A driver apparently suffering a medical condition drove his vehicle into the entrance of CVS Pharmacy at 5858 Highway 124 in Hoschton just before 11:30 a.m. Monday. Emergency units from West Jackson Fire Department and Jackson County EMS responded to the reported vehicle accident, according to Jackson County Emergecy Services director Steve Nichols. Structural damage was visible so the building was evacuated and it remained closed late Monday afternoon as crews worked on repairs. On Tuesday morning, large panels of plywood covered from the store’s front entry windows. The patient, a male in his early 20s, was extricated
The West Jackson Fire Department extricated the injured driver from his truck and he was transported to Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville. The storefront of the Highway 124 store in Hoschton underwent repairs. by fire personnel and transported by EMS to Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville. The patient had minor injuries. The Incident
is under investigation by the Georgia State Patrol. Witnesses said it was a miracle no one else was injured.
Rep. Tommy Benton and Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce president/CEO Josh Fenn also attended along with representatives of the community’s diverse business and industrial base. Georgia’s goal is to have every student with access to a college and career academy by the year 2020, according to Shultz, who noted that there are 26 such academies in the state, mostly near concentrations of major employment hubs. Shultz said academies offer small learning environments with technology and progressive environments and strong partnerships between schools, communities, business and industry, parents, students and higher education are key to their success. With internships an important aspect of the college and career academy, Laura Boswell, work-based learning coordinator for the school system, was also on the
tant City Administrator/ Clerk Priscilla Murphy, Pendergrass Mayor Monk Tolbert and Maysville City Administrator/Clerk Barbara Thomas. After everyone enjoyed a homemade spread made by Mary Ann Kenerly, Theresa Kenerly’s mother, it was time for group discussion. Each city official gave a very brief update on the happenings in their town. Highlights included excitement about new businesses in Commerce that have opened, one being Palmer’s Meat Processing. Mayor Hill said his family has already enjoyed the
London broil, and were very impressed. Kenerly informed the group of the recent new hires in Hoschton, and reminded everyone of the Hoschton Fall Festival which will take place at the end of September, as well as the ghost walk planned for October. “These luncheons are a great way for Jackson County officials to get together and talk,” said Kenerly. “It serves as a wonderful opportunity to stay up-to -date on our neighboring cities.” The next luncheon is slated to take place in Jefferson.
program. Shultz said a steering committee will be formed and he encouraged those in attendance to show their interest in subcommittees and encourage others to get involved. “We really want input,” said Shultz. “What does the college and career acad-
emy need to be?” Contact Todd Shultz by calling the central office at 706- 367-5151 or by email at tshultz@jackson.k12.ga.us See more about Move On When Ready – another aspect of helping students prepare for college and the workforce – on Page 3D of today’s edition.
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POLICE REPORT Jefferson Police ■■ A Heritage Heights Apartment resident reported damage to a cable TV cable and deflation of four vehicle tires. A resident of the complex is a suspect in the Aug. 21 incident. ■■ Criminal trespass notices were given to individuals in the Sell on Aug. 23 when one of the subjects was accused to shoplifting a $3.73 bottle of air freshener. The incident was captured on surveillance so the man, who was also wanted on an outstanding warrant in Barrow County, was taken into custody. ■■ A cell phone was reported stolen from a booth at Pendergrass Flea Market on Aug.23. ■■ A driver stopped Aug. 22 for a tag light violation was also cited for driving while license suspended. ■■ A patient was transported by ambulance Aug. 22 from an Indian Springs Drive residence to Athens Regional Medical Center af-
ter a medical situation. ■■ A 2-year-old child I pajamas was found walking along Jefferson Walk Circle
just before 7:30 a.m. on Aug. 22. The child had left home
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