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Senate race: Perdue, Kingston in runoff From The Paper staff reports

The race for the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate remained a tight battle Tuesday, with Jack Kingston and David Perdue leading five other candidates for likely spots in a July 22 runoff.

Michelle Nunn, daughter of longtime U.S. Sen. Sam Nunn, earned the Democratic nomination for the Senate seat held by the retiring Saxby Chambliss.

Incumbent Gov. Nathan Deal and U.S. Rep. Doug Collins each handily defeated Republican challengers to earn their party’s nominations for the Nov. 4 ballot.

Deal bested John Barge and David Pennington in the GOP governor’s primary and will face Democrat Jason Carter in November.

Deal and Collins get Republican nominations In another statewide race, Hall County attorney Ashley Bell was running fourth in the GOP race for school superintendent, trailing Mike Buck, Richard Woods and Mary Kay Bacallao. The top two candidates will meet in a runoff, with a runoff likely on the Democratic side as well.

Rep. Collins is one step closer to returning to the nation’s capital for another two-year term after defeating challenger Bernard Fontaine on Tuesday in the 9th District Republican primary. The contest was an 80-20 split.

Collins will square off against Democrat David Vogel in the general election Nov. 4.

Vogel ran unopposed in the Democratic pri-

mary.

The victory for Collins reinforced for him why he ran in the first place, he said, and affirmed his belief his record in Congress is worth standing on.

“This is a very conservative district,” Collins said, adding his own values and principles line up with the majority of voting constituents.

Collins said his campaign would not change between now and the general election. He said he would continue to be accessible to voters in the 9th District, which covers much of Northeast Georgia.

If re-elected this fall and granted one wish to change anything in Washington he wants,

Collins said he would restore “fiscal sanity” by balancing the budget and setting priorities on spending.

In Barrow County, Jody B. Hice is the top vote-getter in the U.S. Representative District 10 Republican race. He got 55.35 percent of the Barrow ballots cast with Mike Collins a distant second with 19 percent. Donna H. Sheldon has 14 percent with Gary Gerrard with 4.97 percent, S. Mitchell Swan with 3.06 percent, Stephens K. Simpson with 2.25 percent and Brian Richard Slowinksi with 1.24 percent Across the District 10 balloting, Hice was pacing slightly ahead of Collins with 20 of 25 counties reporting. Hice had 33.51 percent with Collins at 33.14 percent. Only Sheldon

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The sky’s the limit The Jefferson High School graduating Class of 2014 moved their tassels to reflect they were officially graduates and many tossed their mortarboards to the sky with a symbolic flare – the sky’s the limit for their futures. The grads and those attending May 16 commencement exercises held in Memorial Stadium had a chance to step back in time as Jefferson High alumna and Jefferson City Schools Board of Education member Guy Dean Benson shared reflections of her own high school days. She was introduced by board chairman Ronnie K. Hopkins, who said Benson was a cheerleader, Senior Superlative, Homecoming Court member and holder of many club offices. Her children are alums and she has four grandchildren now in the system. Her class recently held its 50th class reunion. Benson remarked how the school system has expanded from one campus to four. She said the gym – which is still in use – was new to her fellow classmates as the community now awaits completion of a new arena. Clothing has changed: Cheerleader outfits, for example, were made from the corduroy made at Jefferson Mill from the cotton which some students missed class to pick. As Benson recalled that 14 classmates were impacted by the draft and some served in the war in Vietnam, emergency sirens were heard nearby. “That’s for our Vietnam veterans,” said Benson, whose comments drew cheers and applause from the crowd. She mentioned how different things are related to integration and technology. Just as many things will have changed when the Class of 2014 holds its 50th reunion in 2064, she said. “Dr. Smith, I expect you to be there.” She urged the graduates to “keep in touch” as she welcomed them as new alumni. See more on graduations on Page 3A.

A 30-vote margin separated Jackson County District 3 Commission challenger Ralph Richardson Jr., from incumbent Bruce Yates in a close 51 percent to 49 percent contest.

Richardson, who had previously served with Yates when they were both members of the Braselton Town Council, got 768 votes while Yates garnered 738 votes in Tuesday’s election.

In the District 4 Jackson County Commission race, incumbent Dwain Smith got 62.35 percent of the votes with 770 with challenger John O. Ring receiving 465 votes for 37.65 percent.

In South Hall, Kathy Cooper defeated Ken Cochran by a slim 129-vote margin Tuesday to win the Republican nomination for the Post 1 seat on the Hall County Board of Commissioners, and with no Democratic challenger in the fall.

With 100 percent of precincts counted, Cooper earned 51.6 percent of the vote to edge Cochran for the seat currently held by Craig Lutz, who is trailing in a three-man race for a post on the Public Service Commission.

Honors for veterans

Memorial Day to be observed

The annual Memorial Day observance in Jefferson will be held beginning at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, May 26, outside the Jackson County Historic Courthouse at the corner of South and Washington streets.

Sponsored by American Legion Post 56, the observance is a time to remember those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom.

A special invitation is issued to families who lost loved ones in this nation’s wars. Everyone is invited to celebrate the reason for this holiday.

The American Legion post will also honor one of its own next week.

World War II veteran Hal Puett will be honored at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 28, by the American Legion Post 56.

A send-off will be held in the parking lot of Jefferson High School as Puett leaves Jackson County to travel on an Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. to visit the World War II Memorial.

A U.S. Navy veteran, Puett has been selected to fly to Washington, D.C., and is being sponsored by his fellow Legionnaires and members of American LePuett gion Post 56.

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County commission rejects bids on surplus land

By LEANNE AKIN

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The Jackson County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously on Monday to reject all bids received on surplus property on Lewis Braselton Boulevard and Highway 53.

The high bid of $756,043 from Geryon Investment Group of Braselton was half of the $1.5 million appraised value from November of 2012. County manager Kevin Poe said

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there was no updated appraisal.

Commissioner Bruce Yates said the $1.5 million appraisal sounded good to him. He said to be good stewards of the county’s money, the bids should be rejected. The $700,000 differential would problematic, he noted.

Commissioner Dwain Smith asked how the request for bids was advertised. Signage posted on the property, an announcement on the county website and newspaper advertis-

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ing was utilized. Poe said additional promotion of the request for bids could be pursued in the future.

Yates’ motion to reject all bids got the second of Commissioner Jim Hix. Chairman Tom Crow asked that a possible curb cut be pursued to make the property more attractive to bidders in the future.

Other bids received included $275,000 from Edd Price of Braselton, $110,000 from George Koury II of Hoschton, $378,920.75

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from Duke Investment of Atlanta and $257,012 from Jerry Sellers of Hoschton.

In other business, Commissioner Chas Hardy asked that the board postpone again the amended contract with the City of Commerce and the East Jackson Fire District Board for the East Jackson Fire District. He said one issue remains to be discussed. He said the agreement has gotten back to the

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Continued from 1A was getting in the double-digit percentage with 15 percent.

For the contested Public Service Commission District 4 seat, incumbent Lauren “Bubba” McDonald of Clarkesville successfully fended off two challengers in the Republican primary.

According to unofficial returns, McDonald beat out Doug Kidd, a lawyer from Lavonia, and Craig Lutz, a Hall County commissioner from Flowery Branch, in Tuesday’s primary.

“I’m very appreciative of the support I’ve gotten,” said McDonald, who earned almost 53 percent of the votes cast in Hall County, 64 percent of Jackson County ballots and 62 percent statewide.

In the Senate contest, Jackson County positioned Perdue as its top vote-getter with Handel and Paul Broun in a close contest for second. Kingston got only 12.6 percent of Jackson votes. Perdue was also the top vote-getter in Barrow with Broun ahead of Handel with Kingston a

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Continued from 1A Commander Gene Bennett of Post 56 said the Post secured two seats on the Honor Flight through Honor Flights of Conyers, a “hub” of the Honor Flight Network. Post 56 is providing a volunteer guardian from Post 56 to accompany the honored vet and all expenses for both men will be covered by Post 56.

Bennett notes the World War II Memorial was dedicated in April 2004, nearly 60 years after the end of the war.

“Many veterans have not had the opportunity or resources to visit their country’s tribute to their bravery,” said Bennett, who notes that Puett’s selection was

distance fourth.

Perdue, a cousin of former Gov. Sonny Perdue, saw his standing rise in recent weeks due in part to TV ads depicting his opponents as crying babies who had their chance to fix the nation’s problems.

Perdue, who cast himself as an outsider, chipped in at least $2.1 million of his own money to his campaign.

Longtime congressman Kingston dominated fundraising throughout the GOP race and drew support from dozens of state and local officials. Of the three congressmen, Kingston was considered the strongest and received the backing of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, which spent nearly $1 million in TV and online ads promoting him.

Handel, who also sought to claim the outsider mantle, built momentum in the final month thanks in part to a comment

by Perdue about her lack of a college degree and endorsements from the likes of former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, but her lack of money hurt her ability to match Perdue and Kingston in critical TV advertising.

an easy one.

“He is a pillow of the Post and one of the most respected Legionnaires in the state,” said Bennett.

The Honor Flight Network is a nonprofit program created to honor America’s veterans for their sacrifices by flying these American heroes to the nation’s capital to visit and reflect at their memorials. Top priority is given to World War II veterans and to terminally ill veterans.

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS Most local, state and federal offices and financial institutions will be closed Monday in observance of Memorial Day. Jackson County governmental offices will be closed Friday for a furlough day and Monday for the holiday.

The office of The Paper will be closed on Monday for the holiday.

POLICE REPORT Jackson County Sheriff’s Office ■■ A deputy assisted a Hall County deputy at a Horse Shoe Bend address on May 13 where a stolen vehicle was recovered and suspects in the theft and possible kidnapping were located. A Ford Explorer taken from a Miller Drive address in Hall County was driven to a home of someone who had cared for one of the suspect’s children but the homeowner did not know the people. The three suspects were taken to the Hall County Jail and the vehicle owner arrived to get the vehicle and a juvenile who was inside the Explorer.

■■ A dispute was reported May 16 at a Maysville Road and the female, who had left the location, was advised to stay away for the evening.

■■ Deputies responded to a disturbance call at a Forest Lake Road location in Pendergrass on May 17. The man, who had been creating the disturbance, was permitted by the homeowner to stay for the night if he would behave.

■■ A woman was advised how to seek a protective order against a former boyfriend who continues to harass her. He came to a B Wilson Road location on May 17 and started a verbal argument.

■■ An intoxicated subject at J&J Flea Market was advised to leave the premises on May 18 and not return under the influence. He was provided a ride by a friend.

■■ A man contacted deputies May 17 related to a landscaping job at an East Castle View Drive home. The complainant said he was doing the work and requested additional payment for materi-

als but was fired even though he was still owed money for work performed. The customer wanted a refund for the incomplete job. The deputy advised the matter was civil in nature and the complainant would need to seek money owed through the court system.

■■ A Jefferson woman contacted deputies May 18 when the app on her lost cell phone located the phone at a Brooks Drive location in Nicholson. The phone had been lost while she was shopping at Kolh’s in Athens. At the home, the deputy found a woman who said she worked at Kohl’s and had found the phone in the parking lot after the store had closed. She planned to turn in the phone when she returned to the store. The deputy collected the phone and returned it to the owner minus its blue case.

■■ A deputy who observed a vehicle traveling on Highway 129 with no taillights and only parking lights just before 2:30 a.m. on May 17 was behind the vehicle when it suddenly stopped in the middle of the highway and a passenger got out. The vehicle spun its tires as it pulled away but it stopped a short distance away. The deputy got the passenger in the patrol car and learned she and driver were arguing over money and said told him to stop and let her out. The deputy approached the driver whose eyes were glassy and speech was slurred. He was unsteady on his feet and was unable to complete a roadside sobriety test. He refused a breath test. A probation warrant from Hall County was also confirmed on the driver who was charged with driving under the influence,

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“We are very close,” said Hardy, who noted he expects a final amended contract can be presented to the board in two weeks.

On its consent agenda, the commission: ■■ Approved the application for $154,935 in grant funding for the Jackson County Accountability Courts.

According to court administrators, the position is very much needed to provide direct managerial assistance to the Accountability Courts Program director in coordinating all day to day drug court activities. The Jackson County Accountability Drug Court has grown at a rapid pace and is projected to be equal to the Barrow County Accountability Drug Court within the next 12 to 18 months. This growth rate has placed a tremendous workload and logistical challenge on the current staff to cover all the program operations within the Piedmont Judicial Circuit for both Barrow and Jackson counties.

■■ Authorized staff to move forward on researching text changes to the Unified Development Code (UDC) that include changing the requirements for a veterinarian office that boards animals and auto parts retail stores.

■■ Voted to remove Section 28-51 from the Jackson County Code of Ordinances regarding possession of firearms at Bear Creek Regional Reservoir and Treatment Plant. A citizen had previous asked the commission to abolish the ordinance which is in conflict with state law.

■■ Approved the purchase of six Cobra mowers from Harco Equipment Company in Jefferson at a cost of $35,790. Three of the mowers will be funded from the General Fund while three will be paid for from Recreation Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) proceeds.

■■ Agreed to accept the donation of real estate by the Center Recreation Association Inc. in order to develop a new county park.

■■ Approved matching funds for airport security fencing and authorize Chairman Crow to execute the Georgia Department of Trans-

driving while registration is suspended, expired tag and the headlight violation.

■■ A Gainesville man was taken to the Jackson County Jail on May 15 after it was confirmed he was driving while unlicensed. The stop occurred at a license check on Highway 60 and New Cut Road.

■■ A Nicholson man was taken into custody May 17 on criminal trespass charges after he kicked a television and caused it to shatter after he and his wife argued.

■■ A Commerce man reported a road rage incident that occurred May 15 on Highway 441 and Highway 334.

■■ A driver stopped for speeding May 16 on Highway 441 at Highway 335 in Nicholson was charged with driving under the influence and failure to maintain lane in addition to speeding. He was taken to the Jackson County Jail.

■■ A Maysville resident was advised by a deputy that if he returned to a property from which he had already been criminally trespassed that he would be arrested for

disorderly conduct or criminal trespass. A complaint of ongoing harassment was filed May 14 by individuals who are voluntarily moving out in part due to the harassment.

■■ A Nicholson resident told a deputy she wanted her former husband and his brother criminally trespassed from her property on May 13 after they had failed to collect their property for several months. The men had contacted the Sheriff’s Office about wanting to get some disputed property.

They were advised the matter was civil in nature.

■■ A dispute was reported May 12 at a Pleasant Court location where a driver repeatedly drives his vehicle in a reckless manner. The driver refused to show the deputy his identification but a relative provided the information needed for the report.

Braselton Police ■■ A driver reported her vehicle’s headlight had been damaged May 13 while she was driving on Interstate 85.

The vehicle was struck by an

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portation FAA Block Grant contract. The FAA will provide 90 percent, or $225,000 for the project with GDOT and Jackson County each providing 5 percent, or $12,500. These security measures will control access to the flight line, provide all aircraft owners and operators with a heightened level of safety and form the basic requirements for corporate/government aircraft to operate at Jackson County.

■■ Approved and finalized the Parks and Recreation SPLOST projects for 2014 totaling $525,000. Included in the projects will be a new Parks and Recreation Office for an estimated $300,000, the phase one work of $150,000 on a new Center Park, maintenance equipment totaling $25,000, replacement of backstop and fencing at Lamar Murphy Park and $20,000 for a Kings Bridge Fitness Track.

■■ Approved the SPLOST 5 project list for the years 2015-2017 in the amount of $1,025,000.

Projects on the list for 2015 include $100,00 for expansion and renovation of the Pat Bell Conference Center and $20,000 in maintenance equipment. The 2016 projects include $25,000 in maintenance equipment and $850,000 for the West Jackson Middle School multipurpose field, lighting of football and softball field, a paved track around field and seating.

For 2017, $30,000 in maintenance equipment is proposed. Other pending projects would include a restroom addition at Hurricane Shoals Park and fencing at Lamar Murphy Park.

■■ Approved the list of roads to be paved and road maintenance equipment to be purchased in 2014 with SPLOST 5 funds. The list includes 9.45 miles of roadway for paving and resurfacing. Gravel roads proposed for improvement with SPLOST dollars include Jackson Way, Dunson Cemetery Road, Murphy Road and Thaxton Way. ■■ Approved an agreement for the Jackson County Certified Literate Community Program to provide community services for the citizens of Jackson County for the annual sum of $10,280.

■■ Approved a resolution which will permit unused county employee leave to be included in the credited and vesting service calculations when determining Class I employees’ retirement benefits.

object thrown from the roadway by another vehicle.

■■ A theft was reported May 13 from a Stoneridge Cove location. ARC fault breakers and other breakers were taken from a house under construction. Another house in the same subdivision also sustained a similar theft. A description was provided of a vehicle called suspicious by workers at the scene.

■■ An intoxicated female driver who was found May 13 in the Kroger parking lot inside her parked vehicle with a half empty bottle of wine was arrested on a disorderly under the influence charge.

The woman said she needed help because of her drinking. Family members contacted said efforts had been made to get her into a treatment center but she refused.

When no family members would come and pick up the woman, she was transported

to the Hall County Jail.

■■ A woman was provided information about obtaining a temporary restraining order against a man who is threatening her and contacting friends. The suspect has previously been arrested for battery and assault.

■■ An entering auto report was filed May 15 from a Berkshire Trace location.

An unlocked 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche was entered and a Gateway laptop, flash drives and bag were taken.

■■ A Lexington Way reported flagged down a police officer on May 16 and gave him a black backpack that he found in his front yard. The man said he thought the bag may belong to some neighbor kids but then he heard about several vehicle breakins and thought the bag may be connected to those entering autos.

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Graduation season is here Jefferson High School and Commerce High School held commencement exercises on Friday, May 16, for their respective Class of 2014.

At right, in photographs

by Carol Streetman, Commerce High School valedictorian Zach Chatham presented his address, and below, salutatorian Lily Mathers also addressed fellow classmates and the crowd gathered for the graduation.

At left, Jefferson High School valedictorian Daniel Thomas Kimmel, who is also STAR Student, accepts his diploma from Principal Dr. Kevin Smith as teacher Anita Hayes looks on.

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Jefferson High School Class of 2014 Salutatorian Shelby Elisabeth Webb presented her address which her grandmother, Marion Ulizio, (below) traveled from Pittsburg, Pa., to hear. “I am so proud of her,” said Ulizio. See more scenes from graduation ceremonies at ClickThePaper.com

Graduation ceremonies slated After 13 years of hard work during their K-12 academic careers, high school seniors of the area are celebrating graduation time.

East Jackson Comprehensive High held commencement exercises on Wednesday, May 21, with Madison Mealor honored as valedictorian and Heather Tyson as salutatorian.

Jackson County Comrehensive High School will hold graduation at 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 22. Valedictorian is Abigail Hawkins and salutatorian is Haley Passmore.

Close to 11,000 Gwinentt County Public Schools (GCPS) students will earn their high school diploma this week. The 10,854 high school seniors will walk across the stage this week as the school district congratulates the Class of 2014, the largest and most decorated to date.

Mill Creek High School is also holding graduation on Thursday, May 22, at 8 p.m.

Hyeon Woo Shim is the valedictorian and Timothy Le is salutatorian.

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church news Hoschton United Methodist Church will host a Memorial Day Sunday service at 11 a.m. on May 25.

First Sunday and Communion service will be held at 11 a.m. on June 1. In addition, Women of Faith will meet at 2 p.m. in the fellowship hall.

Homecoming and Vacation Bible School will be held the week of July 20-25.

Hoschton United Methodist Church is located at 12 Mulberry

St., and Bell Avenue behind City Square. Contact Pastor Marvin Mason at the church office at 706-654-1422. sss The Primetimers Seniors group will have lunch/bingo at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, May 30, at Hoschton United Methodist Church fellowship Hall. HUMC is located at 12 Mulberry St., and Bell Avenue behind City Square. Contact Pastor Marvin

Mason at the church office at 706-654-1422. sss Beginning in the early 1960s, Mulberry Baptist Church, located at 5970 Thompson Mill Road in Hoschton, started having an annual all-night singing on the last Saturday night of May each year. The singing has been going on for over 50 years now.

This year’s singing will be held May 31 beginning at 7 p.m. with featured guests The Bridgemans, The Pruitt Family

OBITUARIES Berto Fraga

Died May 16, 2014 Berto Fraga, 83, of Hoschton, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 16, 2014, surrounded by his loved ones.

A funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 24, 2014, at St. Catherine Laboure Catholic Church with interment following at Memorial Park South Cemetery. Father Tom Zahuta will officiate. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 2-4 p.m. and from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, May 23.

Born Jan. 16, 1931, in Cuba, he was a son of the late Ventura Fraga and Consuelo Rodriguez. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Venturita, Mario and Ibrahim Fraga.

Berto, his wife, Ida, and his children came to the United States in June of 1962 to escape Communism and a new life for themselves in America. Berto was a devout Catholic, faithful husband, loving father and beloved grandfather and greatgrandfather.

Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Ida Fraga; sister, Cristina (Sergio) O’Reilly of Miami, Fla.; children, Ida (Jose) Valeri of Hoschton, Berto Fraga Jr., of Moore Haven, Fla., and Enio (Terrie) Fraga of Dallas; grandchildren, Eric Valeri, Laurie Hitzges, Aimee Vickers, Wendy Oesterle, Berto Fraga III, Chris Fraga, Matthew Fraga, Jennifer Fraga, Brian Fraga and Melissa Toth; 21 great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association, 912 Killian Hill Road SW, Lilburn, GA 30047.

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Debbie Helton

Died May 17, 2014 Debbie Helton, 60, of Winder, died Saturday, May 17, 2014.

A daughter of the late James R. and Juanita Lee Lawson, she was also preceded in death by her sons, Jeremy Helton and Jason Helton; and a sister, Cindy Williams. She was a retiree of Ingles Grocery Store.

A memorial service was held Sunday, May 18, 2014, in the chapel of Carter Funeral Home with the Rev. Donnie Pennington officiating.

Survivors include her husband, Randall Helton; grandchildren, Austin Helton Sorrells of Winder and Samuel Helton and Jeremiah Helton, both of Statham; sisters, Sandy Bryant of North Augusta, S.C., and Sue Duncan of Watkinsville.

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Zelma Hicks

Died May 16, 2014 Zelma Hicks, 85, of Winder, died Friday, May 16, 2014.

A private memorial service will be held at Lawson Funeral Home.

Arrangements will be announced by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Highway 53, Hoschton, GA 30548, www. lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

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Edna Marie Jackson Mangum

Died May 19, 2014 Edna Marie Jackson Mangum, 72, of Flowery Branch, died Monday, May 19, 2014.

Arrangements will be announced by Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Highway 53, Hoschton, GA 30548, www. lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.

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Fannie Mae Martinez

Died May 14, 2014 Fannie Mae Martinez, 71, of Oakwood, died Wednesday, May 14, 2014, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center, following an extended illness.

Graveside services were held Friday, May 16, 2014, at Memorial Park South Cemetery.

Born June 15, 1942, in Gainesville, she was a daughter of the late Melvin and Lula Roberts. She was of the Catholic faith and had been a Certified Nurse working in private care. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Philip Martinez, and daughter, Kimberly D. Renteria.

Survivors include her son-in-law, Omero Renteria of Gillsville; two grandchildren; brother, Grady Roberts of Gainesville; and sisters, Mary Lou Conner of Murrayville and Faye Bryant of Gainesville.

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Jimmy Franklin Nalley Died May 16, 2014 Jimmy Franklin Nalley, 61, of Gainesville, died Friday, May 16, 2014, at Grady Memorial Hospital following a sudden illness.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 21, 2014, in the chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home with interment following in the Memorial Park Cemetery.

The Rev. Bradly Elliott and the Rev. Clack Stubbs officiated.

Born June 23, 1952, in Jefferson, he was a son of the

late Roy and Jessie Qualls Nalley. He worked as truck driver for Tribe Trucking Company and was a member of Air Line Baptist Church.

Survivor include his wife, Dianne Nalley; daughters, Paige Nalley and Pamela Nalley, both of Gainesville, and Paula Smith of Madison County; sons, Corben Davis and Austin Baxter, both of Gainesville; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; brothers and sisterin-law, Clarence Nalley and Stevie Nalley both of Athens, and Mike and Shelby Nalley of Winder; and brother, Roger Nalley of Winder.

Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Air Line Baptist Church Building Fund, 3368 White Sulphur Road, Gainesville, GA 30501.

Memorial Park Funeral Home, Gainesville The Paper, May 22, 2014

Kelly Helene O’Brien

Died May 1, 2014 Kelly Helene O’Brien, 43, of Braselton, died Thursday, May 1, 2014.

Survivors include her fiancé, James Eidson of Braselton; stepfather and mother, Thomas and Lucy Wagner of Braselton; father, Lawrence J. O’Brien of New Hampshire; sons, Matthew Jailett, Andrew Leeseberg and Nathan Leeseberg, all of Braselton; brother, Lawrence J. O’Brien Jr., and wife Tonya of Braselton; and a host of other relatives.

The family will hold a private memorial service.

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Gary Mark Peters

Died May 16, 2014 Gary Mark Peters, 50, of Braselton, died Friday, May 16, 2014, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center.

A celebration of life was held Wednesday, May 21, 2014, at Houndstooth Grill in Braselton with the Rev. David Walters officiating.

Born May 9, 1964, in Duluth, Minn., he was a son of Mary Elmy Peters and the late Reginald Stanley. He was the former owner of Master Piece Auto and Collision Center. He was of the Christian faith and had served in the United States Army.

Survivors include his wife, Roxane Peters; son, Ryan Kaiser of Cottage Grove, Minn.; daughter, Sara Davis of Prescott, Wisc.; one grandchild; and siblings, Valerie Farrish, William “Buster” Graham, Anita Samson and Steve Peters.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Vine Church, 1897 Georgia Highway 211, Hoschton, GA 30548, (678- 963-0999).

and Pastor Southerland’s greatgranddaughter Katie.

A love offering will be taken.

Please come and join us for a night of good Southern gospel singing, says Pastor Arthur Southerland. For more information, call Doug at 770534-0023. sss On Saturday, May 31, the Ladies Faith and Fellowship of The Church of Hoschton will be having a yard sale at the home of Jo Nan Warwick at 8422 Pendergrass Road in

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Albert Troy Phillips Sr.

Died May 16, 2014 Albert Troy Phillips Sr., 87, of Hoschton, died Friday, May 16, 2014.

Born in Bellaire, Ohio, he was a son of the late Troy Phillips and the late Opel Brock Dean. He retired as a foreman from WheelingPittsburg Steel Corporation with more than 30 years of service. He and his wife moved to the Hoschton area more than 20 years ago. He is also preceded in death by a son, William Statzer.

A private celebration of life service will be held at a later date.

Survivors include his wife, Lelah Faye Phillips; daughters, Karen Iler of Piney Fork, Ohio, Pauline Best of Jefferson and Pam Fulton of Cadiz, Ohio; son, Albert Troy Phillips Jr., of Mingo Junction, Ohio; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a great-greatgrandchild.

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Kimberly Rewis

Died May 13, 2014 Kimberly Cloud Rewis, 38, of Jefferson, died Tuesday, May 13, 2014.

Born in Jeffersonville, Ind. she was a daughter of Doyle and Cynthia Moore Cloud of Jefferson. She was the director of Pre-School Ministries and co-founder of CornerStone Church in Jefferson.

She was preceded in death by her son, Andrew Rewis; and sister, Toni Cloud.

Survivors, in addition to her parents, include her husband, Darrel Rewis, and sons, Grady Rewis and Corbin Rewis, all of Jefferson.

The funeral service was held Saturday, May 17, 2014, in the chapel of Evans Funeral Home with the Revs.

Brian Holland and Darrel Rewis officiating. Kimberly is being laid to rest beside her sister Toni during a private family graveside service in the Grandview Memorial Gardens in Madison, Ind., at a later date.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers a donation be

Hoschton. Proceeds from the yard sale will go toward the building fund.

The church also invites the community to worship with them. Sunday school begins at 9:30 a.m. with the morning Worship at 10:30 a.m.

Sunday evening worship at 6.

Wednesday night prayer and Bible study is at 7 p.m.

For more information, contact Pastor Cory Sexton at 678234-9408 or 706-654-8415.

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made to the fund they have established in Kimberly’s honor, offering support to other pastor’s wives in need, 17 Pinoak Drive, Jefferson, GA 30549. The family also requests that friends write down their thoughts and memories of Kimberly, and mail them to the same address, for Darrel to share with the boys in years ahead.

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Nancy Stinson

Died May 18, 2014 Nancy Stinson, 72, of Braselton, died Sunday May 18, 2014, at her residence.

A daughter of the late Hollis and Verna Patterson, she was a homemaker and a member of the Zion Hill Baptist Church. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Thomas J. Stinson, and two children, Debra Marie Clemons and Leslie Brian Clemons.

Survivors include her daughters, Abby Murphone and Stephanie Bobb and her husband, Paul; grandchildren, Deborah and Bruce DeBlock, Christa Gilstrap and Garrett Murphone; and great-grandchildren, Clover and Cole DeBlock.

Funeral services were held Wednesday May 21, 2014, at Zion Hill Baptist Church with the Rev. Scott Wilson and the Rev. Ron Cansler officiated. Interment followed in the Alta Vista Cemetery.

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Died May 18, 2014 Virlyn B. Thigpen, 81, of Flowery Branch, died Sunday, May 18, 2014, at his residence, following an extended illness.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 20, 2014, in the chapel of Memorial Park South Funeral Home with interment following at Memorial Park South Cemetery. The Rev. Scott Crooke officiated.

Born Oct. 12, 1932, in Soperton, he was a son of the late Charlie Grover and Zora Webb Thigpen. He was the youngest and last surviving of seven brothers. He was a member of Blackshear Place Baptist Church, a member of Masonic Lodge #255, a retired truck driver for Ryder Distribution and a watchmaker for more than 50 years. Mr. Thigpen enjoyed motorcycles, fishing, camping and spending time with his family.

Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Wanda Faye Thigpen; daughters and sons-in-law, Kimberly and Craig Cooper of Gainesville and Denise and Ray Laney of Nicholson; daughter, Debbie Smith of Watkinsville; eight grandchildren; eight greatgrandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations may be made to American Cancer Society, 2565 Thompson Bridge Road, Suite 114, Gainesville, GA 30501, www. cancer.org.

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It’s time to humble ourselves, be prayful and seek His presence By late April of 1623, the Pilgrims of Plymouth Plantation had survived two and a half years of hunger, sickness, death and hard work. They had saved enough corn to plant for a bounty crop.

Things finally seemed to be looking up.

It didn’t last. The welcome warmth of sunny spring days piled up until the dry spell turned into a drought. The fledgling crop began to wither and die.

Rain was scarce for 12 weeks and not even the oldest Indian could remember anything like it.

Edward Winslow’s journal records their response: “These and the like considerations moved not only every good man privately to enter into examination with his own estate between God and his conscience, and so to humiliation before Him, but also to humble ourselves together before the Lord by fasting and prayer. To that end, a day was appointed by public authority, and set apart from all other employments.” When they saw their future threatened, the government established America’s first general day of prayer. God answered that afternoon with two weeks of ground-soaking, soft rain showers. The crop was saved, along with the Pilgrims.

We’ve just commemorated the annual National Day of Prayer, a tradition that dates back to the founding of our country. At this juncture in history,

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Jefferson St., in Hoschton. sss Men’s First and Goal: Life Coaching for Men will be held at 6:15 a.m. on Monday, June 2, at First Baptist Church of Jefferson. All men are invited to eat breakfast in the fellowship hall and hear guest speaker Colton Green, director of the Jim Joiner Recreation Center of Jefferson.

Dr. Michael Helms is senior pastor. Contact the church, located at 246 Washington St., in Jefferson, at 706-3678332. sss “What will you be doing June 8-12 at 5:30 p.m.? A lot of your friends will be at Hamilton Mill Presbyterian Church getting their VBS on.

You’re invited to join in as for an escape to an awesome vacation in the wilderness with Moses, Malachi, Miriam, Mo, Humphrey, Chase, Isaac and Rocky. During the week, you will learn how to churn butter, bake bread – the old fashioned way, stitch sandals, make rope, herd camels, clean the Israelite way, create sand art and weave like a pro. To register kids from age 3 through fifth grade, go to www. hamiltonmillpc.com.

Registration fee is $15 per child / maximum of $40 per family and includes dinner and bandura.

What a deal. sss First Baptist Church of Jefferson announces Vacation Bible School for

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I believe that understanding Winslow’s description of the Pilgrim’s attitudes and actions is crucial to our future as a nation. Our response to the present conditions will determine the type world our children and grandchildren live in.

I am awestruck by the fact that the Pilgrims took personal responsibility for the drought. Instead of blaming the vagaries of the weather, cursing God or fate, or faulting the “immorality” of the Indians, they understood that the future of the Colony was determined by the state of their heart and the quality of their actions. They believed that their destiny was decided by the strength of their character and the rightness of their choices. They refused to shift blame and instead humbled themselves.

Secondly, the Pilgrims understood that they needed the blessing and

June 8-12.

All children who have completed kindergarten through 5th grade are welcomed to join in for Agency D3 – Where kids learn to discover, decide and defend their faith in Jesus from 5:30-8 p.m.

June 8-12. Pre-register at www.fbcjefferson.org.

The church is located at 246 Washington St., in Jefferson. Dr. Michael Helms is senior pastor. sss Arbor Pointe Church is wrapping up its most recent worship series, entitled “Make Or Break” which began on April 27. The five-week series has been focusing on building – and keeping – healthy boundaries in relationships.

The church is also hosting a couples’ enrichment class on Monday nights called “Laugh Your Way to a

mercy of God in order to succeed.

They knew that they were not sufficient in their own wisdom and strength to face the challenges ahead. Without the favor of the Almighty, they recognized that even their best efforts would fail.

None of this is new. God explained these truths to Solomon in II Chronicles 7:14: “If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.”

“My people.” It is time for us to stop blaming outside forces, humble ourselves before God, seek His Presence and wisdom, take personal responsibility for our choices and do the right things to create the future. With the Pilgrims, we must understand that our destiny as a nation is decided by the blessing and favor of God, the quality of our character, and the righteousness of our actions. If we are believers, let us believe that through God our nation’s greatest days are not in her past but in her future.

Mark Mobley is pastor of Living Word Worship Center, located at 267 Mahaffey St., in Jefferson. Contact him at 706-367-5317.

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You’re invited to worship every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. at 115 Towne Center Parkway in Hoschton. Nursery is provided, and Sunday School is offered through fifth grade. Visit www. arborpointe.org. sss Covenant Baptist Church is now meeting in West Jackson Primary School on Highway 53 in Braselton.

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Business and employer summit set for June 11 The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) and the employer committees from the north central Georgia area will co-sponsor a Business and Employer Summit in Winder on Wednesday, June 11.

The summit will be held from 8:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Barrow County Parks and Recreation Leisure Services Center, located at 175 Second St., in Winder.

The summit is designed to help business leaders better understand and conquer compliance challenges in the workplace. Business owners, managers, hiring professionals and supervisors will hear State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler and other experts discuss three of the top 10 issues facing the business community in today’s economic climate. Topics include the emerging workforce, unemployment insurance regulations, and healthcare compliance. Commissioner Butler will also provide updates on new legislation that could impact businesses in the upcoming year, as well as new GDOL initiatives.

“We took a look at the feedback from last year’s summits, and have put together an agenda that addresses the needs, concerns and questions of Georgia’s business professionals,” said Commissioner Butler. “These summits are designed not only to provide business professionals with expert advice on issues that have a major impact on them now, but they also provide a chance to network with employers and business owners from the nearby area.”

GDOL Employment and Training Consultant Cherry Rizer, who assists employers statewide in resolving unemployment insurance (UI) issues, will provide advice on best practices in UI claims and appeals representation. April Husted, of the Northwest Benefit Corporation, will discuss the impact of the Affordable Healthcare Act on employers in 2014 and beyond.

The area summit is one of several summits planned throughout Georgia over the next few months. For more information about the summit or to register, contact Sarah Byrum at 404-217-1283 or email sarah.byrum@ gdol.ga.gov.

Registration includes lunch provided by Chick-fil-A. If pre-registered, the cost to attend is $35 per person. If more than one person from an organization attends, the cost is $30 each. The cost at the door is $40 per person.

Recertification credits (3.75) are pending through the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI).

New Community Church has a new series, The Starting Point, which began April 13. Church starts at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays at 4532 Highway 53 in the auditorium of Lawson Funeral Home.

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Atlanta’s own ‘spaceship’ lands again When I was a kid, it towered over the heart of downtown, but then, taller buildings came and dwarfed it.

But in its moment, the Polaris Restaurant and Lounge and the Hyatt Regency was the place to see and be seen in Atlanta.

The restaurant, which resembles a science-fiction flying saucer, was an integral part of the Atlanta skyline when it opened in 1967.

It opened when TV gave us “Lost in Space” and it was shaped like the series spacecraft, Jupiter II. It was also at the time that the Apollo program was springing to life at NASA. The astronauts who served in the U.S. space program had become superstars. We knew faces of John Glenn, Alan Shepard, Scott Carpenter, Gus Grissom and Gordon Cooper. They were on variety TV shows and on the cover of magazines.

So, trailblazing Atlanta architect John Portman decided to add a space-like feature to the top of the city’s newest luxury hotel.

The Polaris not only looked like a spaceship, it orbited Atlanta. Well, that’s the way we saw it. The restaurant was built with a giant turntable that allowed diners to revolve around under the blue dome.

We went there once when my dad’s cousin was visiting from out of town and was staying at the Hyatt.

In those days, we called it the Regency Hyatt House.

Somewhere they reversed the order of that.

I don’t remember what we ate, but I’m sure it was fancy and, at the time, expensive. I remember my mama put her pocketbook on a non-moving portion of the room and we had to go back and retrieve it.

If you went to the restroom, you would come back and search for your party.

They were slowly revolving around the Polaris.

I went there with a date the night Joe Frank Harris was inaugurated as gov-

Harris Blackwood ernor. It was bittersweet, because two days later, I learned that my dad had cancer that would take his life 18 months later.

There were bigger and even fancier hotels built, but there was always something about the Hyatt and its blue bubble top restaurant.

About a decade ago, I had lunch with Jerry Mathers, who played the title role in “Leave it to Beaver.” We weren’t in the Polaris, but hey, I was having lunch with “Beave” at the Hyatt.

When it opened in 1967, in the midst of the civil rights struggle, it was integrated from day one. It set a new tone in the emerging and revitalized downtown business district.

A decade ago, the Hyatt put the Polaris in mothballs.

The spinning restaurant had become dated.

Last month, the Polaris, which had undergone a major face-lift, reopened.

I haven’t been yet, but I want to go. When we would draw pictures of Atlanta, we would always pull out our blue crayon and scribble something that looked like the Polaris.

My mother was a teetotaler, but somewhere along the way, my vast collection of stuff included a cocktail stirrer in the shape of the blue dome.

I remember riding by as a child and looking up at the great sphere in awe. Last week, I rode by just for a chance to look up and see it again. It was like an old friend was smiling down once again.

Harris Blackwood is a Gainesville resident whose columns appear weekly.

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Lessons in loyalty from the track When I think back on the days of my youth, that time when I had the privilege of traveling on the NASCAR circuit, it would be hard to pick a lesson learned that was more important than another.

But there is one that deeply branded itself in the bones of my being — that of the importance of being loyal in all things.

In those days, the world’s premier stock car circuit was evolving into a national sport from being a Southern giddy-up-and-go. A new cable channel called ESPN and a newspaper named USA Today was giving it coast-to-coast coverage that it had not had previously.

As the audience of spectators grew and women became almost half of the fans, non-automotive and nonmale-oriented products became first-time sponsors.

Suddenly, coffee, lemonade and detergent were major sponsors nudging in over beer, gas and car products.

We were so grateful. The growth of the sport meant more opportunities and money for all of us. We responded forcefully with loyalty to every company

Ronda Rich that spent a dime in our sport. Since I start drinking coffee when I was 5 years old, I had been utterly devoted to Maxwell House.

But when Folgers became the first coffee company to sponsor a car, I, along with everyone who worked in the sport, switched to Folgers. I did not go back to Maxwell House until the day came when I no longer earned a living in the sport. (Note: the success of Folgers sponsorship forced Maxwell House into a sport as a major sponsor within a few years.)

All of us were zealots.

Whenever I visit Darrell and Stevie Waltrip’s house, I always smile to see that they load up on Tide detergent, Darrell’s major sponsor for several years. Our mantra was: If a company supports our sport, we support it.

I learned that you do business with those who do

business with you and you give loyalty to those who have proven loyalty to you.

One particular team owner had a more profound effect on me than any other when it came to this teaching. He was admirably protective of his sponsors. He owned a race team in another sport and that team was sponsored by a major beer company.

His success in that sport had allowed him to grow his business and he never forgot that. He was abidingly loyal.

Once, his NASCAR team members had been gifted a case of beer from another team. It was not the beer company that sponsored their boss. But it was free beer. And what racer would turn down that?

Their boss got wind that his employees were seen in public, drinking beer other than the one that had helped him build an empire. Now, he was Jewish, yet he knew how to have a come-to-Jesus meeting better than anyone I ever saw.

Oh. My. Goodness. When he was through with them, there was no misunderstanding — they would be loyal to the right beer be-

cause any more free beer that was the wrong beer would be the most expensive beer they ever tasted, for it would cost them their jobs.

I admired that. His was righteous anger. We shouldn’t take money or goodwill from people without returning ours to them.

On the other hand, a top engine-builder who had been ordered to use the motor oil of his team’s associate sponsor. He hated it. He claimed it was subpar oil and clotted the engine.

After the team’s car fell out of a couple of races with engine problems, he craftily found a way around his problem. He packed a couple of cases of the sponsor’s oil in his truck and drove off to a secret place. There, he poured out the oil from all the bottles, then refilled those bottles with the motor oil he preferred, which he used from that moment on and no one knew.

Until now.

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A ‘congradulation,’ to the parents When our first child was born, while I appreciated the sentiment, I never understood this oft-heard statement: “Oh, you must be so proud.”

I didn’t get that then, and don’t now, 15 years and three children later.

Sure, I was proud of my wife for carrying the children for nine months and not complaining about what it was doing to her body. But I wasn’t proud of myself. Any knucklehead can sire a child. It’s not much of an accomplishment to produce a child. It’s really blind luck, if that’s your intent.

Finally, after the 4,000th time that was said to me, by a person I was close to, and thus, wasn’t worried offending, I offered my honest response: “Proud?

No, not really. Ask me in 18 to 20 years. That’s when I’ll be able to tell if we did a decent job.”

For some out there, it’s that time for them: graduation season.

In your newspapers over the coming weeks, you’ll

Len Robbins see all kinds of advertisements and news stories lauding the current crop of high school and college graduates on their accomplishments. And rightfully so.

But I also believe that this is a kind of graduation for the parent; their first, and perhaps, final grade.

And they deserve some recognition and applause.

Certainly, academic accomplishment isn’t the only, or primary, criteria we should judge our parenting on. But if your child is graduating this year, you’ve achieved one of the most important objectives: Preparing your child for the world they are about to enter. Without a diploma of some kind, life is likely going to be mighty tough

for them.

This month, basically every night is filled with some type of banquet or awards presentation in our community as we end the school year. And when I see some kid getting acclaim for their academic or extracurricular activity achievement, I applaud them, but I also look around for their parents or family.

They are the ones I want to go to and say “Congratulations to you. You obviously did something very right and should be proud of yourselves.” Sometimes, I do just that.

Sure, there are some kids that do it all my themselves, and don’t have any positive influence pushing them to succeed. But more often than not, it’s someone — a father, a mother, a grandparent, a sibling, maybe all — offering encouragement to achieve excellence.

A great joy I’ve found in covering high school graduations and awards presentations for two decades is seeing the kid whose

parents or family aren’t especially well-educated, but obviously value education, and it shows in their child’s scholastic triumphs.

That’s why public education is so vital — it’s an avenue, really the only avenue, for many of our community’s children to break the cycle of poverty and improve their family’s station in life. Every graduation day, I see it, and it’s a great thing.

So on the eve of this year’s graduation season, congratulations to all you graduates, and also those parents and family members who have supported them. For many parents, you have passed the final exam, some of you with honors.

“Oh, you must be so proud.” Of not just your graduate, but yourself as well.

Len Robbins is editor and publisher of the Clinch County News in Homerville. His column appears weekly.

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Jefferson Police ■■ A possible kidnapping attempt was reported May 15 in the Duke Street area after a student got off the bus to find no one at home.

After walking to a friend’s nearby home and finding no one there, the student was walking back home when a white pickup truck pulled alongside and offered her a ride which she declined.

The student then said the white male between the ages of 20-30 wearing blue jeans, a black hoodie and sunglasses, jumped from the truck, grabbed her by the shoulders and attempted to push her toward the truck.

She said she kicked the man in the groin and, when he bent over in pain, she ran to her house to elude him. She heard the truck drive off but was unable to provide a make, model or tag number.

■■ Charges of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, possession of marijuana, theft by receiving stolen property and possession of a Schedule II narcotic were filed against James Edward Harrison, 29, of Jefferson, when police responded to a threats report.

Harrison’s truck was stopped after a turn was not signaled.

There were three passengers in the truck including

The Paper | Thursday, May 22, 2014 the front-seat passenger who was seen putting something under the seat. The officer pulled his service weapon to secure the scene as other officers arrived. During a search, a handgun, which had been reported as stolen from a Pine Street Apartment, was found in the front floorboard. Patrick Gerard Peppers, 27, of Jefferson, was also charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and theft by receiving stolen property.

Another passenger was wanted on warrants from Jackson and Hall counties.

■■ A Jefferson man reported a May 16 scam involving a request from a man who claimed he had won upwards of $300,000 and needed to get a gift card from Family Dollar to put $399 on it so a driver could come by and exchange it for the prize check. The man went along with the situation but told the caller he only had $9 to put on the card. The caller told he the offer stood if he could come up with more money.

A Family Dollar clerk called the number to learn the calls were being made from Jamaica. At that time, the complainant went to police to report the scam.

■■ A report of suspicious activity was filed May 16 from a Cypress Drive location where a golf cart was stopped in the roadway.

The caller was unsure if the people were involved in a dispute due to the noise.

■■ A criminal trespass and domestic incident was reported May 15 at a Peachtree Street address where a room had been ransacked and a television was shattered.

The suspect had already left the location as had a witness who notified the caller of the situation. The caller notified police after backing his vehicle away from the location when the suspect began waving a golf club at him when he drove up.

■■ A hit and run was reported May 15 at Borders Street and Oak Street. The white Jeep involved had left the scene but was located at Fuel Mart. The owner of the car was identified and the investigating officer learned she had been informed of the accident and was en route to check on the vehicle. Police are investigating the wreck.

■■ A Jefferson man reported he is being harassed by telecommunications by his ex-wife.

■■ A report was filed May 11 about a custody dispute matter. The report was made on the advice of the complainant’s attorney.

■■ A Georgia State Patrol trooper working an accident May 12 notified police that a vehicle involved matched the description of a vehicle that left the Shell station on Athens Street without paying for $20.04 in gas. The driver was charged with driving with a suspended license and theft of the gas.

■■ A sparking power line

I-85 mess due to grass fire The May 13 backup on Interstate 85 was caused by a grass fire sparked by a tractor trailer that became disabled. According to Braselton Police reports, the trailer collapsed, causing the landing gear of the trailer to drag, creating sparks.

Initially, resources were concentrated on traffic congestion mitigation and assisting the West Jackson Fire Department while the fire was extinguished. Wright’s Wrecker Service was on the scene and pulled the disabled tractor trailer tot he Highway 53 exit ramp at the direction of the Georgia Department of Transportation. A fight between the wrecker driver and truck driver was reported and the truck driver’s boss became irate with the wrecker service and others on the scene because he did not authorize the towing.

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on Marion Street was reported to Georgia Power on May 14.

■■ The coroner’s office was notified May 14 of a death from natural causes on Danielsville Street.

■■ A Skyline Drive resident notified police after a neighbor’s dog escaped from a fenced yard on May 19 and was jumping on children.

The officer returned the dog to its yard and the owner was notified by the neighbor. The neighbor said she was repair the fence to keep the dog contained.

■■ A Hoschton resident notified police that his vehicle sustained a dent in the passenger door while he was attending the Jefferson High School graduation on May 16.

■■ The driver of a vehicle broken down on the side of off-bound ramp of Interstate 85 at Highway 129 was taken into custody May 19 when she was unable to complete a roadside sobriety test due to intoxication. The Jackson County Jail declined to take the driver until she was medically cleared. A blood test was agreed to and the driver was taken to Northridge Hospital’s ER for the test. She was returned to the jail. She is facing driving under the influence and open container charges.

■■ A customer who did not have enough money to purchase all the Little Debbie’s, cigars and food items he selected at the Shell on Athens Street on May 20 became angry and created a

scene inside the store. The tirade was captured on surveillance video. The suspect, who has been identified, may be prosecuted.

■■ A Turner Drive resident contacted police May 18 about a suspicious person who came to his door asking to use the phone after 12:30 a.m. The man requested extra patrol. He said he was afraid the man may have been attempting to steal a motorcycle parked on the porch. The officer suggested the complainant find a more secure spot for the cycle.

■■ Police were called to an Oak Lane address on May 18 by a female who told 911 she and her baby were being prevented from leaving the house. The officer could hear yelling and crying inside the house and entered to check on the welfare of all involved. The suspect jumped up and ran toward the officer and was advised he would go to jail if he touched the officer. The suspect left the house to go to a nearby relative’s home.

■■ The aggressor in a May 18 simple battery incident at a Fairlane Drive resident was taken into custody and the husband was also charged with drug-related objects when used needles, grinders and pipes were in plain view during the probe.

When asked about recent complaints of illegal drug activities, the man acknowledged he was selling methamphetamine and marijuana from the home.

■■ A group renting the Jef-

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The group was specifically told alcohol was not permitted but beer was being consumed on the premises.

■■ Following up on information about possible drug activity, Officer Jay Parker questioned a man at the Shell station of Athens Street. Reports show the officer, who had been informed a stolen weapon may be in the man’s possession, drew his duty weapon when a passenger in the darkly-tinted car made a sudden move. The gun was put away when the passenger showed his hand. The smell of marijuana prompted a free air search by K-9 Spike and the dog alerted. Located in the car was a grinder with marijuana residue. The man told the officer he could get rid of the grinder which he had received as a gift.

■■ A harassment was reported May 17 from a Georgia Belle Drive location.

■■ A Kroger customer reported her vehicle was damaged May 16 by another shopper who was loading her groceries.

■■ A concerned citizen found a Visa debit card while attending graduation ceremonies at memorial Stadium on May 16. The man turned the card over to police who contacted the hotline to learn the owner had already reported the card stolen. The officer was asked to destroy the card.

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Sports news and notes All area golf teams finished in the top ten at state at the championship meet May 19, which was held at various locations. The Lady Panthers of Jackson County Comprehensive High School finished seventh while the boys earned ninth place. The Jefferson girls team finished fourth; Mill Creek finished tenth while the Lady Hawks finished ninth.

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Fannin talks Hawks spring football

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

lwilliams@clickthepaper.com

It’s never too early to get back on the gridiron and the Mill Creek High School football team didn’t waste any time getting back on the field. Offensive lineman Josh Fannin, a highly sought after recruit, said it feels like it was just yesterday that they laid their pads to rest. Unfortunately, Fannon is still waiting to get his hands dirty and he’s been sidelined this spring due to an injury.

“It feels like the Elite Junior All-Star Game was just yesterday.

Time has flown by but unfortunately just as I was completing my pre-spring workouts, I stepped wrong during mat drills three weeks ago and suffered a stress fracture in my right foot which has kept me frustrated and out of spring ball,” said Fannin. “It’s driving me crazy, but my doctor and trainers tell me I will be back in time for preseason workouts.”

And if anyone has ever seen the big fellow play, he won’t let the setback keep him sidelined for long. The 6 foot 3, 290-pounder created big gaps and drove defensive lineman to the ground, allowing the Hawks to accrue 40.2 points per game. Fannin, along with Kaleb Kim and company have received a lot of attention and have been labeled as one of the best group of O-lineman in the state. Fannin said it’s a special thing but gave much of the credit to assistant coach Joshua Lovelady.

“Coach Lovelady drives us all and has taught us everything.

The chemistry comes from the level of expectation he has and we have for each other. It started when we were freshmen and the older guys really took us in but also made sure we understood what was expected,” Fannin said. “Now it is our turn. My younger brother Tyler is coming up and this is his first spring and we are all making sure that he and his class keep it a special thing.”

baseball signing

Latrice Williams The Paper

Patrick Overstreet signed his letter of intent to play college baseball at Truett McConnell.

Overstreet said he chose the Bears because of its location and is excited to dive into the college road games.

See MILL CREEK FOOTBALL 2B

Mill Creek falls late in championship game

The Brookwood Broncos rallied from a 1-nil deficit to win the AAAAAA boys state title game

Katie Hill For The Paper

Esteban Mondragon of Mill Creek (13) keeps his eye on the ball while dodging a defender from Brookwood.

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

lwilliams@clickthepaper.com

The Hawks were in full control of the AAAAAA title game -- until the last 10 minutes.

The Mill Creek High School boys’ soccer team gave up two goals -- one with four minutes left to play and one in the first overtime period, giving Brookwood a 2-1 advantage and the championship win.

Both teams played particularly well in the first half but it was the Mill Creek squad that

attempted seven shots on goal to Brookwood’s two. However, those missed opportunities prevented the Hawks from putting the game away early.

MCHS drew first blood when Jack Giles scored the first goal of the night late in the second half. He appeared to be injured on the play but Mill Creek carried on until Jordan Locke’s corner kick evened the score. With the momentum on Brookwood’s side, Alfredo Rivera got the best of freshman goalkeeper Jason Chavez in OT, who read the play to the best of

his ability, but simply didn’t have the reach to defend the goal, which sailed into the upper left corner of the net.

In between Brookwood’s two goals, Billy Johnson’s penalty kick was just inches shy of the net, giving the Broncos new life. Despite the loss, Mill Creek surely played its best soccer May 17. Their fancy footwork and tap dancing (in particularly Chris Schuetz) with burly athletes plagued Brookwood most of the night.

BHS finished the season 22-1 while the Hawks went 18-3. Although state championship

sounds better than runner-up, the Hawks have no reason to hold their heads down. Nearly seven years ago, they won just four games and surrendered 13 losses. This season, they rewrote the record book multiple times, including beating foe Collins Hill for the first time in school history and making it to the state title game.

The Hawks will continue to be a nightmare for opponents as they return some of its best players in Jeremiah Cliburn, Billy Johnson, Ernando Manrique and Noah Thomas.

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The G-Braves will wrap up its final four home games of the month starting today when they open a four-game series against the Norfolk Tide, with the first pitch starting at 6:35 p.m. Gwinnett is looking to get the best of the Tide, who they struggled against earlier this season and they’ll need quite a bit of firepower. Todd Cunningham is second on the team in RBI while the team has the highest batting average in the league. For more information, including ticket pricing and the schedule, go to gwinnettbraves.com or call 678-277-0300.

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The Paper | Thursday, May 22, 2014

Hawks pick up postseason hardware

Jackson County Panthers adds swimming to athletics

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

lwilliams@clickthepaper.com

For The Paper

From left to right: Sam kibildis, Brandon Savoie, Jake Hubbard, Zach roper, Andrew Eubanks. Five members of the Mill Creek High School boys’ lacrosse team picked up postseason honors. Brandon Savoie was named the All-County Specialty Player of the Year and earned Honorable Mention for the All-State team. Zach Roper was named to the All-County First Team and the All-State Second Team. Andrew Eubanks, Jake Hubbard and Sam Kibildis were named to the All-County Second Team list.

For many years, Jackson County Comprehensive High School had just two winter sports. Now the Panthers can say they have three as its first ever swim team is set to compete this fall.

Head coach Tammy Gowen will lead JCCHS and said she has a few jitters but is excited to be making history.

“I’m very excited and nervous. We are setting the bar and I want it to be a high bar for future swimmers to have to live up to,” said Gowen.

Gowen was a swimmer in high school and previously taught swimming lessons.

While she has yet to meet her future swimmers, she feels the opportunity to have a Gowen swim team at the school will pay dividends for the athletes.

“I feel this is a great opportunity for JCCHS students and it will be immeasurably benefi-

cial for all involved,” stated Gowen. “I love swimming because it’s a lifelong sport. You can swim for the rest of your life! It’s a great exerciser.”

The Panthers will practice at a pool in Gainesville, giving the squad a short and easy commute. While the sport is growing in the area, there is still a lack of swim teams at various high schools. In fact, the Georgia High School Association combines the AAAAAA classifications at the state swim meet. Last years’ winners in St. Pius X (boys) and Woodward Academy (girls) beat out dozens of teams for the hardware but, Gowen is looking forward to the challenge of building JCCHS into an elite team.

“I want this team to be competitive. I know many of the swimmers have been on swim teams and have worked with other coaches. My vision is for them all to come together and create one amazing Panther swim team,” said Gowen.

Wade, Panthers embrace summer basketball slate

BY LATRICE WILLIAMS

cated like us, we can do it. I believe that we will do it,” Wade said.

Jackson County will have the luxury of getting expertise from college teams like the University of North Georgia and the University of Georgia this summer. And they’ll have quite a few scrimmage games; they open their summer slate against Banks County June 10.

The Georgia High School Association kept Jackson County an AAA school due to its size and many of the teams currently in the region will remain, which isn’t good news. And with the addition of cross-town rival Jefferson, the Panthers have their work cut out for them. Morgan County won the state championship and Jefferson was an Elite Eight contender.

“We have a lot of competition in our region next year with Jefferson coming in. Elbert is always a good athletic team that knows how to play and Morgan is bringing back most of their team along with Hart and Oconee County,” said Wade.

Wade recognizes being a basketball player requires more than just skill and he says he looks forward to being challenged and transformed into an all-around good guy in the coming months.

“I believe I have a lot of work to do in order to get my game where I want it to be. I need to work on my decision making so I’ll know what to do and when to do it. I also need to be more consistent with my shot,” Wade stated.

“However, most of all, I need to work on being a leader on and off the court and set the right example for the upcoming players. Last year, we lost Xavier Harper, who in my eyes, stood out as a leader and I believe that I need to step up and take the role that he had,” said Wade.

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The Jackson County Comprehensive High School boys’ basketball team has a new face at the helm but the plan is still the same -- win as many games as possible.

But that’s easier said than done.

The Panthers will go undergo a few alterations and those start this summer. Head coach Chuck Butler didn’t waste any time putting together the summer schedule and it’s one Malique Wade can’t wait to test.

“I’m looking forward to a lot of things this summer. We’ll be able to see different styles of play that will help during the season. We have a lot of competition and great teams to play to make us better not only as individuals, but as one unit. Being one unit is really important for next season’s upcoming schedule. It will be important for us to rely on one another to get the job done and not rely on ourselves,” Wade stated.

While its offense will be similar, there will be a new learning curve, one Butler says he believes the team will adapt to as does Wade.

“Coach Butler and Coach Defoor have similar coaching styles. There’s not really a difference between the two but we’re going to have to make a change because of the size we lost.

When we get everyone out on the court this summer, Coach Butler will see what needs to be done and make the adjustment that’s necessary for us to win games. Coach Butler is a mastermind on making adjustments,” Wade said.

“I’m really looking forward to seeing how next year plays out. We have a shot to change the basketball program around and, with a team dedi-

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The Panthers are ready to be challenged this season as they enter into a new era with its new head coach.

MILL CREEK FOOTBALL Continued from 1B

When asked if the nice weather helps him through drills, Fannin joked, saying, “I wish I could be out there to say yes. But I know the other guys have loved it. That’s the greatest thing about spring and one of the things that always makes it so much fun.

The Hawks won’t know just how good they are until April 23 when they face 2013 semifinalist Colquitt County at McEachern in the Corky Kell Classic, but Fannin has been very observant of his teams’ effort to get back in the postseason this year.

“As a team, the intensity of our workouts, commitment to mental toughness and finishing everything we do as strong as we can have been our biggest improvements. In terms of me personally, I would like to improve in terms of building my strength and size to 295 pounds so I can make the move to center. I am excited about the move to center and love how the position lets me be more involved in the offense,” Fannin said.

With the Georgia High School Association dropping Habersham Central down to a lower classification, the Hawks picked up a road game against West Forsyth and also have two bi-weeks.

They will host conference opponents Collins Hill, Dacula and North Gwinnett.

The Mill Creek Hawks went 6-4 and have six road games including cross town rival Norcross.

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Safety tips for summertime

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The weather is getting warmer with each week and the school year is here. The children are always overly excited about summertime, but one main concern with summer for most parents is safety.

With summertime comes swimming, hiking, riding four-wheelers and other activities that invite both fun and danger.

The great outdoors is a great place for children to learn outside of the classroom. There are all kinds of adventures to be had and memories to be made this summer. But before packing up for a picnic or heading to the lake, read the below sun safety tips provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics: For babies under 6 months: The two main recommendations from the AAP to prevent sunburn are to avoid sun exposure, and to dress infants in lightweight long pants, long-sleeved shirts, and brimmed hats that shade the neck to prevent sunburn. However, when adequate clothing and shade are not available, parents can apply a minimal amount of sunscreen with at least 15 SPF (sun protection factor) to small areas, such as the infant’s face. If an infant gets sunburn, apply cool compresses to the affected area - See more at www.aap. org/en-us/about-the-aap/ aap-press-room/newsfeatures-and-safety-tips/ Pages/Sun-and-WaterSafety-Tips.aspx#sthash.

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For all other children: • The first, and best, line of defense against harmful ultraviolet radiation (UVR) exposure is covering up. Wear a hat with a three-inch brim or a bill facing forward, sunglasses (look for sunglasses that provide 97 percent to 100 percent protection against both UVA and UVB rays), and clothing with a tight weave.

• Stay in the shade whenever possible, and limit sun exposure during the peak intensity hours between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

• On both sunny and cloudy days use a sunscreen with an SPF 15 or greater that protects against UVA and UVB rays.

• Be sure to apply enough sunscreen – about one ounce per sitting for a young adult.

• Reapply sunscreen every two hours, or after swimming or sweating.

• Use extra caution near water and sand (and even snow!) as they reflect UV rays and may result in sunburn more quickly.

See www.aap.org The most popular type of pediatric sunscreen is the Babyganics brand. This sunscreen is 50+ SPF and is a mineral-based sunscreen that is water resistant, non allergenic, UVA and UVB protective and has no phthalates, parabens, fragrances or nano-particles.

This sunscreen is available at Babies R’Us and most pharmacies.

For children who enjoy playing games or sports outdoors, the below information is useful in preventing heat stroke or overexposure: • The intensity of activities that last 15 minutes or more should be reduced whenever high heat or humidity reach critical levels.

• At the beginning of a strenuous exercise program or after traveling to a warmer climate, the intensity and duration of outdoor activities should start low and then gradually increase over 7 to 14 days to acclimatize to the heat, particularly if it is very humid.

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cal activities, children should drink freely and should not feel thirsty.

During activities less than one hour, water alone is fine. Kids should always have water or a sports drink available and take a break to drink every 20 minutes while active in the heat.

• Clothing should be light-colored and lightweight and limited to one layer of absorbent material to facilitate evaporation of sweat. Sweatsaturated shirts should be replaced by dry clothing.

• Practices and games played in the heat should be shortened and there should be more frequent water/hydration breaks.

Children should promptly move to cooler environments if they feel dizzy, lightheaded or nauseous.

See more at www.aap. org The AAP also lists the below tips for pool and boating safety: Pool Safety • Never leave children alone in or near the pool or spa, even for a moment.

• Whenever infants or toddlers are in or around water, an adult – preferably one who knows how to swim and perform CPR – should be within arm’s length, providing “touch supervision.”

• Install a fence at least 4 feet high around all four sides of the pool. The fence should not have openings or protrusions that a young child could use to get over, under, or through.

• Make sure pool gates open out from the pool, and self-close and selflatch at a height children can’t reach. Consider alarms on the gate to alert you when someone opens the gate. Consider surface wave or underwater alarms as an added layer of protection.

• If the house serves as the fourth side of a fence surrounding a pool, install an alarm on the exit door to the yard and the pool.

For additional protection, install window guards on windows facing the pool.

Drowning victims have also used pet doors to gain access to pools. Keep all of your barriers and alarms in good repair with fresh batteries.

• Avoid inflatable swimming aids such as “floaties.” They are not a substitute for approved life vests and can give children and parents a false sense of security.

• Children ages 1 to 4 may be at a lower risk of drowning if they have had some formal swimming instruction. However, there is no evidence that swimming lessons or water survival skills courses can prevent drowning in babies younger than 1 year of age.

• The decision to enroll a 1- to 4-year-old child in swimming lessons should be made by the parent and based on the child’s developmental readiness, but swim programs should never be seen as “drown proofing” a child of any age.

• If a child is missing, look for him or her in the pool or spa first.

Boat Safety • Children should wear life jackets at all times when on boats or near bodies of water.

• Make sure the life jacket is the right size for your child. The jacket should not be loose. It should always be worn as instructed with all straps belted.

• Blow-up water wings, toys, rafts and air mattresses should not be used as life jackets or personal flotation devices. Adults should wear life jackets for their own protection, and to set a good example.

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Hoschton’s famous ice cream and sandwich shop, Little Hootie’s, turns 10 this year, and Michael and Jennifer LaRose along with owners Cathy and Stanley Patrick are thrilled to share this milestone with everyone who has helped with this tremendous success.

“We are in the double digits,” Jennifer Strickland LaRose exclaimed.

She is Little Hootie. Mom Cathy is Big Hootie. “We’d like to extend a huge thank you to every single person that has visited us in the past 10 years. We would have not made it to this milestone without you.”

The LaRose’s goal is to host a fun family event that will last an entire day as a celebration of a decade of success. It will take place on Saturday, May 31, in the greenspace next to Little Hootie’s. It is located at 73 City Square in downtown Hoschton.

The fun will last from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. All ages are welcome.

Hamburgers and hotdogs will be served fresh off the grill with a low cost as well as a cake walk and “Big Hoot” sundae eating challenge.

LaRose suggests that those who want to donate a cake to the cake walk must submit it no later than 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 31. However, it is recommended to bring it in on Friday, May 30, during normal business hours just to be safe. Proceeds from the cake walk will go to Driving Magic, a non-profit organization that provides therapeutic carriage driving and horsemanship programs and activities for children and adults with developmental and physical disabilities. Driving Magic owner Jennifer Lundskog will be in attendance to inform everyone about her wonderful organization and how to get involved.

As for the “Big Hoot” challenge, only the bravest and hungriest of them all will be able to chow down on a big bowl filled with brownies, 12 scoops of ice cream, bananas,

sprinkles, chocolate syrup, M&Ms, whipped cream and cherries.

There will be games for all ages going on all day, including “Pin the Cherry on the Sundae.” Prizes will be given away for game and contest winners as well as those who can answer Jennifer LaRose’s trivia questions correctly.

Other organizations that will participate in Little Hootie’s 10-year anniversary are American Street Rodders, which will provide some beautiful cars to admire and the Humane Society of Jackson County.

Animals will be available for adoption and a bake sale with delectable dessert items will benefit the humane society.

Daphne Wilson Boyd will be in attendance representing Thirty-One with several of the newest items.

For more on Little Hootie’s 10th anniversary, call 706-654-2121 or visit the Facebook page which is updated regularly with information about the upcoming event.

Cruisin’ all around the town When Tom and Barbara Morton were dining at Little Hootie’s recently, the bright yellow Thunderbird left in the parking lot was an eye-catcher. “She gets a lot of attention,” says Tom, who has owned the beauty for 20 years. Members of the Dixie Cruisers Car Club in Winder, the Mortons often also participate in cruise-ins along Hoschton Square with the American Street Rodders. The local car club fills the square with some vintage rides like the Mortons’ T-bird and more. For the most recent cruise-in, the Mortons selected another from their collection of rides. “They take turns getting driven,” said Tom. American Street Rodders is a family-oriented organization created to provide a forum for individuals who enjoy sharing their interest in automobiles, reflecting the Cruisin’ 50’s & 60’s era. Cruise-ins are from 5-9 p.m. generally on the first Saturday of each month from April through October. The next cruise-in is June 7.

Bluegrass & BBQ set for May 31 To promote and support the upcoming Hoschton Heritage & Arts Fest, the Hoschton Heritage Arts Council will host Bluegrass & BBQ at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 31, at the Hoschton Depot.

The fundraising event will include musical entertainment by the North

Georgia Bluegrass Band – known around the Athens area for nearly four decades – served up alongside BBQ and all the fixings prepared by Frank Lamon.

Silent auction items will include gift baskets, art projects and more with other special items for a live auction.

Tickets are only $15 and can be purchased by emailing hhac55@yahoo. com or by calling 770-540-1099.

The Hoschton Heritage & Arts Fest will salute Native American art as well as local artists and artisans. For information on Arts Fest, visit www. hoschtonheritageartscouncil.com.

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• Adolescents and adults should be warned of the dangers of boating when under the influence of alcohol, drugs, and even some prescription medications.

See more at www.aap.org The most common reason for a summertime visit to the Emergency Room is recreational accidents. This usually involves an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) like a four wheeler, golf cart, dirt bike and bicycle or any other recreational vehicle. Because children have more time to play and usually play in groups during the summer, the risk for recreational accidents is higher. It is recommended that children under the age of 14 do not operate ATVs. Parents should always be aware of who is riding or driving an ATV and where they are driving them to.

Never let your children or their friends just drive off, always ask where they will be going so if there were an accident, the parent would know where to look for them.

And parents should advise children to wear helmets and not talk on the phone or text while driving ATVs or any other recreational vehicle.

Summertime is also a great time for hiking. Families can go hiking and enjoy the scenery as well as spend quality time together. Hiking can be dangerous but only if the hikers are not prepared.

The list below should be checked off before entering the woods. Below are some hiking safety tips that will ensure a fun and safe family adventure: • Wear light-weight long pants and long sleeved shirts that are of a light material to ensure protection from ticks and briars and poison ivy and poison oak.

• Wear thick bottomed tennis shoes or hiking boots.

Sandals are for the beach, not the woods.

• Apply sunscreen before going to the woods.

• Always bring extra bottled water and light snacks.

• Let someone who is not going with you know where you are going and when you expect to be back.

• Take a fully-charged cell phone just in case you need to contact someone if lost or injured.

• Always bring a first-aid kit.

Another frustrating aspect of summertime and having the kids outdoors is mosquitoes, ticks and other bug bites. Some children show no sign of reaction to such bites, but others can get very sick. With the large options available for repelling such insects, parents need to know which options are best for young children. The most common bug repellent is DEET (N,N-diethyl3-methylbenzamide), which is also considered the best form of bug repellent, but is not safe for children. Repellents with DEET can last from 2-5 hours, depending on the concentration. DEET is a chemical used in insect repellents. The amount of DEET in insect repellents varies from product to product, so it’s important to read the label of any product used. The amount of DEET may range from less than 10 percent to more than 30 percent. DEET greater than 30 percent doesn’t offer any additional protectio Studies show that prod-

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For example, products with amounts around 10 percent may repel pests for about 2 hours, while products with amounts of about 24 percent last an average of 5 hours.

But studies also show that products with amounts of DEET greater than 30 percent don’t offer any extra protection. The AAP recommends that repellents should contain no more than 30 percent DEET when used on children. Insect repellents also are not recommended for children younger than 2 months.

Picaridin is another form of bug repellent that became popular in 2005 because the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended other repellents that may work as well as DEET: repellents with picaridin and repellents with oil of lemon eucalyptus or 2 percent soybean oil. Currently these products have a duration of action that is comparable to that of about 10 percent DEET. The other type of recommend repellents are those made from essential oils derived from plants such as citronella, cedar, eucalyptus and soybean.

The duration of action for these repellents are usually two hours. Such repellents have little to no chemicals and are the natural alternative to using DEET. Skin reactions to essential oils are rare. It is important to never spray bug repellent directly onto a child’s face or onto cuts or wounds, instead parents should spray it on their hands and rub it on the exposed skin. Repellents should be sprayed only on outside clothing and exposed skin. Never apply repellents indoors. Repellents should be washed off with warm water and soap upon returning indoors and clothing should be washed before re-wear.

Repellents can help but cannot promise a bug bite will never occur. The following information can help parents identify a bug bite and act accordingly: Mosquitoes Mosquitoes are generally found near water (pools, lakes, birdbaths) and are attracted by bright colors and sweat. Bites result in stinging sensation followed by a small, red, itchy mound with a tiny puncture mark at the center.

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Passengers will learn about the lake’s history, uses and current water quality, as well as issues that directly impact Lake Lanier and the Chattahoochee River.

Participants also will learn how to take quality water samples. Sally Bethea, CRK’s executive director and riverkeeper, and Jason Ulseth, CRK’s technical programs director, will lead the tour from Aqualand Marina at 6800 Lights Ferry Road in Flowery Branch. The cost is $15 for adults and $5 for children. CRK members get a $5 discount on adult registration. Call 404-352-9828 ext. 24 or email jwoodson@ chattahoochee.org. Visit www.chattahoochee.org McDaniel’s Antiques, Treasures and Sport Memorabilia grand opening. Located at175 Towne Center Parkway in Hoschton, McDaniel’s is hosting a grand opening celebration from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 24. Enjoy free hot dogs and snacks. The new business is open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Monday and Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and 2-7 p.m. on Sundays. Closed Wednesdays.

Hoschton Women’s Civic Club meeting. The next meeting of the Hoschton Women’s Civic Club will be Tuesday, May 27, at 7:30 p.m. in the Hoschton Depot. Hoschton Mayor Teresa Kenerly will present the program on

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Honor flight send-off for local veteran. World War II veteran Hal Puett will be honored at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 28, by the American Legion Post 56. A send-off will be held in the parking lot of Jefferson High School as Puett leaves Jackson County to travel on an honor flight to Washington, D.C. to visit the World War II Memorial.

Celebration of the military.

Community & Southern Bank’s Braselton Branch is hosting a special event on Friday, May 30, to celebrate active duty military and veterans. Enjoy food including hot dogs, games and prizes at the branch, located at 2085 Highway 211 NW in Braselton. Contact 678-390-6004 or visit myCSBonline.com Low cost spay/neuter.

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Fitness in the Park. A free unique weekly event where local area fitness trainers present their craft.

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Geocaching. Jackson County is venturing into geocaching to boost tourism. Join the Heritage Geo Trail. The Tourism committee of the Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce will kick off the trail at 9 a.m. on June 28 with breakfast, coffee and juice. Following a meet and greet, participants will receive their passport and all cache coordinates. Contact the Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce at 706-387-0300 or email Andy Garrison at AndyG171@gmail.com Submit your Community Happenings to editor@clickthepaper.com

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Social media squabble has mom and daughter at odds Dear Carolyn: I have a very dear cousin and a very dear daughter ... but they do not hit it off.

Cousin lives out of state and only visits a couple times a year, usually at one of the big holidays.

Due to social media differences (for which both are at fault), Daughter refuses to be at family celebrations if Cousin is present. Cousin is unaware of this.

Last year I asked Daughter if she minded if Cousin was invited. She said no, and said she would not be in attendance, but that it was OK with her. She would go to her in-laws.’

Now, of course, anticipating coming holidays, she states Cousin is always chosen over her.

I feel held hostage by Daughter. I have suggested she contact Cousin to discuss differences, but she refuses.

I have not broached this with Cousin and have no intention of doing so, as this is between them.

Just so you know, both are

Carolyn Hax “prickly” and have been described as “difficult.” I love them both. ­— Torn You don’t have a gun to your head, you have a whiner up in your grill.

Please don’t behave as if the two are equivalent.

If you don’t want to be a hostage, then you can opt not to act like one; you can decline to be manipulated.

Start by explaining to Daughter that you are not choosing anyone over anyone else.

The one making choices is Daughter, choosing her grudge over attendance at family events.

And while you don’t endorse boycotting, she didn’t ask you, and her presence

or absence is her decision, not yours.

Assure her that if Cousin had done something unforgivable, you’d back Daughter completely, but to your mind a social media squabble doesn’t reach that bar.

Let her know that if there’s more to this feud than you’ve been told, now’s a good time to tell.

If she counters with (and we know-without-knowing she will counter with) an accusation that you’re taking the Cousin’s side merely by inviting her when you know Daughter won’t come if you do, then you can calmly point out that this isn’t a social club, it’s a family.

People don’t get ousted just for disagreeing.

Translation: Don’t take Daughter’s bait. Say you love her, miss her when she opts out, hope for a truce and plan to remain inclusive regardless.

I have no illusions that she’ll take this well; expect to end up on the business end of her quills.

But caving only proves to her that on you, tantrums work.

Hi, Carolyn: Two years ago, when my lease had come up, my closest childhood friend, “Abby,” asked if we could live together.

It has not gone well (from my perspective), but I’ve kept most of my grievances internal in order to preserve our deep and true friendship.

Now, my boyfriend of three years, who is beloved by this friend, has asked me to live with him and I cannot wait.

However, his lease is up a couple of months before mine, and Abby is insisting I live out my last months on our lease before moving in to the house “Mark” and I find together.

Paying two rents seems insane not to mention that, as it is, I sleep at Mark’s five nights a week.

It would make me happier than I’ve ever been just to move in with Mark

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when we sign our lease, but I may have insensitive loveblinders on.

Am I the crazy one for asking that she accept my offer to find a sublet for the last few months of our lease?

She is keeping the apartment and I’ve already found a mutual friend to take over my room in August when our lease is renewed. — Sad Samantha You’re breaking the agreement early, so you pay till the lease ends. Not stay there, just pay.

This is basic fairness and the whole point of a lease.

All the friendship stuff not only clutters up these simple facts, but also better serves as an argument for paying up.

You see, you’re looking at her childhood-friendly attachment to you as a reason she should let you off this hook if I read between the lines correctly. But any time you want to use a friendship to argue a point, you’d best

be ready to have the friendship used to argue against you too.

So let’s do that: She’s your childhood bestie, and you’re ready to stick her with a sublet because you’re annoyed at how much your choices will otherwise cost you? Brr. I will say this much: Out of friendship to you, Abby owes you serious consideration of your offer to find her a temporary roommate.

However, she isn’t obliged to accept it.

Since you valued this friendship enough to absorb your grievances, why not finish the job?

Make the most gracious gesture possible on your way out: Honor the commitment you made.

Email Carolyn at tellme@ washpost.com, follow her on Facebook at www.facebook.com/carolyn.hax or chat with her online at noon Eastern time each Friday at www.washingtonpost. com.

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All candidates for employment should submit information via the link posted on our website. Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with The Longstreet Clinic, P.C.

Misc. Help Wanted CIRCULATION DEPT is seeking prospects for future route delivery in Northeast Georgia.

Must be 18 or older w/ valid driver’s license & insured vehicle. Must have reliable vehicle & backup substitute.

Areas Available: •Gainesville •N. Hall •S. Hall •Habersham •Banks •White •Lumpkin •Dawson For more information, please call our carrier hotline: 770-535-6357. or e-mail: carriers@ gainesvilletimes.com If you like getting paid Daily Apply Here! Driver/Helpers wanted. Must have clean MVR, Valid License and be 21 yrs old.

Vehicle is provided.

Make on average $16.95/hr.

Call 678-456-9190

Office/Clerical Gainesville business Hiring: F/T, 12A-8A (night) position. Office experience, clean criminal history, clean driving record required.

Must be able to show a proven ability to effectively work F/T night position. Fax resume: 678-928-4548 Local Law Firm seeking Paralegal/Secretary.

Transcription skills, Microsoft Office & good organization/phone/ people skills are a plus.

Bilingual also a plus.

Please send resume & salary requirements to Box 233 c/o The Times, PO Box 838, Gainesville, GA 30503.

St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church. Church Admin.

People-skills imp.

Highly organized. Prof. in Word, Excel, Pub., acct software. frbill@ saintgabriels.org or 770503-7555.

Poultry Great Job Opportunity Fieldale Farms Corporation is now hiring full time poultry processing line workers at all three locations: Murrayville, Gainesville, and Cornelia.

Great Benefits! Must apply in person at desired location. EOE M/F/Disability/Veteran

Production PRODUCTION Growing plastics co.

Needs Production Workers For All Shifts 1st Shift 7am-3pm. $7.50 2nd Shift 3pm-11pm $8.50 3rd Shift 11pm-7am $9.50 Apply in person Monday - Wednesday Between 3pm-4:30pm 706-654-3120 PMI- 9519 Jackson Trail Rd., Hoschton, GA 30548

Restaurant Help Banquet Servers Carl House, P/T experienced only Banquet Servers for mostly weekend work.

Resume & 2 wk ref. to: manager.hr7@gmail. com No calls please

*Requires payment in advance.

Trades PUBLIC WORKS TECHNICIAN The City of Hoschton is seeking a professional, hardworking Public Works Technician for a FT $11/hour position.

See full job description & how to apply at www. cityofhoschton.com

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1 The City of Suwanee is accepting applications for a full time Equipment Operator 1 This position handles various semi-skilled manual labor functions to include streets, utilities and grounds maintenance.

Pay: $14.64 hourly.

For more information and to apply, go to: www.suwanee.com Equal Opportunity Employer Drug Free Workplace CLASS 8 TRUCK & TRAILER MECHANIC Experienced with tractor & trailer maintenance.

This is not a training position. CDL & tools a plus. Full benefits offered. To apply contact Nathan at 770-8876117 Field Service Technician Needed Lawrenceville, Ga. based industrial distributor looks to add a field service technician to install & service hot side cooking equipment including but not limited to fryers, ovens, steamers, microwaves, slicers, dishwashers and garbage disposals.

Job requires electrical and mechanical skills.

Applicant must be able to safely lift 100 pounds.

Note: positions available for the Lawrenceville headquarters office and surrounding areas.

Competitive wages with a benefit package.

Send resume’ to ryanpearcy@ atlantaequipment. com .

FORM CARPENTERS for concrete work in Demorest, GA. 229-881-3703 PLUMBERS- Service & Commercial. Good pay.

Apply in person at 1430 Calvary Church Rd., Gainesville SEAMSTRESS WANTED for Drapery Work room.

Basic sewing skills necessary. F/T or P/T .

Regina, 770-827-4292

Truck Drivers CDL-A FLATBED DRIVERS $1500 SIGN-ON BONUS! Regional Route Hauling Alum NO WEEKENDS $52K Yearly Average Med, Vis, Den, 401K, STD, LTD ______________ Aim Integrated Logistics 877-978-0256 www.AIMNTLS.com/56 CLASS A CDL DRIVERS needed for local trailer spotting company.

Must have clean MVR. Top pay and benefits.

Home everyday/night.

Please call 678-771-2613 or go to our website at www. lazerspot.com DRIVER POSITION available at Morgan Concrete. Must have 2 yrs of driving exp. using CDL. We will train you to be a concrete delivery professional. Great starting pay & benefits.

Job available in Athens, Jefferson, Lavonia, Demorest and Toccoa.

Call Mel, (800) 448-2830

FURNITURE

Enjoy a great career with a stable company that offers: Competitive Pay - Medical/Dental - Paid Vacation 401K and More!

FT/PT CLASS A-CDL DRIVERS $500 Sign On Bonus (after 3mos) To haul feed or live chickens in Gainesville, GA. Must have 2yrs verifiable t/t exp., good MVR. Night Shift, Local positions, home daily, co benefits. 804-784-6166

Warehouse FT Warehouse/ Inventory/Admin Must have strong computer skills. MUST BE VERY ORGANIZED AND DETAIL ORIENTED. Must be able to lift 35lbs. Email resume to secsysco1@yahoo.com

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

Mattresses.

Refrig $125-$550.

Washers/Dryers from $125. We do Appliance & Service Calls!

678-714-0493

Cemetery Lots for Sale SxS plots, Memorial Park, Negotiable, (770)965-5033

Furniture Bedroom Suite (Queen) Bed frame, dresser, nite stand & chest-odrawer. $100; Large 2dr. Wardrobe - $50.

770-531-1132 FURNITUREMOVING SALE Sofa 90” , ivory color $175 ; 3pc Ent Ctr. holds 42” TV, antique white. $500; 2 Upholstered Chairs w/2 matching Ottomans.

Green $150 all 4 pcs. ; Desk w/Hutch- ivory w/ blue outline. $100; Twin Bed Backboard w/ivory & blue $30; Office Chairnavy fabric. $30. All Mint Cond! 770-377-5915 MOVING, Must sell.

9 pc. Cherry DINING SET, exc. cond., $350; Large Broyhill 3 piece, Attic Heirloom Entertainment Center, exc. cond., $200.

770-536-2531 706-244-1243

Lawn Equipment 2006 John Deere L11, auto, 20hp OHV, inclds dbl bag grass catcher. Great Cond.

Well maint’d. $1200.

Braselton 770-965-6972 Craftsman Selfpropelled Push Mower w/bag. Good Cond. $200.

Also I Buy Snapper Riding Mowers not Running.

Flowery Branch 678943-7436 Cub Cadet- Riding Mower. Bought May , 2013. $800. Dashboard shows motor used only 50 hrs. Gene Garrison, Clermont, 770-983-3070

Sears Craftsman Lawn Tractor 18.5 HP, 42” Mower, Electric Start.

Recently Tuned By Sears.Asking $400 call 770 532-4967

Misc. For Sale CLUB CAR 2005- Gas. Good Cond. $2800.

678-316-1051 Multi Neighborhood Yard Sale May 23, 24 & 25th Friday, Saturday & Sunday 8am-2pm @ The Village of Hoschton.

Hwy 53 turn on Broad St to The Village Houses with Balloons on their mailboxes are participating.

PIERCE’S PINE STRAW - Open Daily 8am-4pm.

Weather permitting .

We will Not Be Undersold.

Quality For Quality!

1507 Martin Luther King Blvd., Gainesville, GA Across from The Tire Barn. Grade #2- $2.90 per bale. Deliver $3.50 per bale. We also have Grade #1 for $3.25 per bale picked up.

678-617-0403 770-536-4005 Retail store closing . All metal shelving & display fixtures For Sale. Best Party In Town, 944 Lee St, Jefferson, GA. 706387-0033.

Side by side Refrig.

Works great $275; John Deere Push Mower $125; Nice Table w/4 Chairs $150. Murray Riding Mower need work. Free 770-297-2781

Pets & Supplies

KINGS WOOD in Oakwood. 2BR/1.5BA $725mo. 770-287-1456 OAKWOOD - 2BR/ 1.5BA. $650mo.

678-315-7051 770-833-9437

Business Property For Rent RETAIL SPACE AVAILABLE $10/per sq ft. 1,000, 2000 or 3,000 sq ft.

McEver Rd. frontage.

Lake access both sides, adjacent elementary school & athletic fields.

Chevron Strip Center, Call for appointment 678-910-5615

Condominiums For Rent 2/2 w/Garage, Quiet, 1 story, Sardis. Lawn care $775/mo. 770-967-6599 Oakwood- 2BR/1.5BA. New H & A/C, pool, $700/mo. $500/dp 770536-1648

Houses For RentUnfurnished $0 Application Fee $298 Moves You In No Rent Until June 1 Expires 5/30/14 3BR/2BA Homes From$699/month Sun Homes 888-246-2803 Countrysidelake lanier.com EHO WAC 3BR BRICK HOME, 1 mi. to 365, $675/mo. Coowner is GA Real Estate Agent. 706-968-8611

2 males 4 female puppies available call or text for details 7703743752

3BR/2BA. 3605 Windy Hill Dr , Gainesville,GA Near McEver & Mundy Mill Rd. $1075/mo.

770-536-5625

BOSTON TERRIER4 Male Pups. Vet checked. $300. 770297-7634; 678-859-0648

Apts/Homes. General Property Mgmt.

770-287-1456 www. callapartments.com

free to good home male mastiff med size some training fearless 678617-0873

Gainesville 3BR/2BALake view. 2205 Papp Dr., Gainesville. $925mo.

770-532-7545

MINI DACHSHUNDSPups, 8wks old.

2 males, $150 ea.

678-943-6304

Oakwood - 2/1.5, yard very safe, H/A $645$725. 678-357-5044

MINI DACHSHUNDPups. CKC reg. all males, blk/tan or red avail. $250. 706-809-8388

TADMORE AREA- 3/1 recently renovated. $700/mo. $700/dp. No pets. 706-265-2692

Mini Red Dachshund Puppies. Females & Males. 1st shots/vet checked. 6wks old, May 31st. Pets only. $250.

Call or text Kim, 706968-9165

Mobile Homes For Rent

PRECIOUS BABY KITTENS Free to loving, responsible persons only. 678-630-4645

Homes-Rentals ApartmentsUnfurnished APT. SPECIALS! Glenn Cove Apts.

770-536-0508

3BR/2BA Water incld.

N.Hall area. $300dep, $150/wk. 770-540-5256 E. Hall Area. - 3BR, private lot, no pets. 770869-0530 770-654-3767 Gainesville, S/N Hall 1-3BR $85 & up per wk No app fee 1 week free 770-534-7596

Rooms For Rent Beautiful & Quiet Cape Cod Home on 5 acres in N. Hall. Ideal for single professional or college student. 770-530-7963

Recreation

Motorcycles

Boats & Marine 310 HP SeaDoo Speedter 200 Jet Boat + Trailer + Ski Equipment-$17,999.

2004 SeaDoo Speedster 200 Jet Boat, Trailer & Ski Equipment Included, Like New, Low Hours Call 706-429-8016 OUTBOARD MOTORS*3.5hp Sears $200 *3hp Evinrude $200 *85hp Johnson $500 678-765-6645 678-617-5560 REGAL 1999 Bow Rider.

18ft. Volvo engine completely rebuilt. Make Offer. 770-503-7957 678-232-4096 SCOUT 1997- 18.5 Sports Fisherman.

130hp Yamaha.

Saltwater series, Minnkota troll mtr, live well, fish-finder, magic tilt, alum trlr. Clean! Runs Super! $8500/obo. 706968-1092 SEADOO Bombardier w/trailer.

Seats 3. $800/Firm.

770-781-4427 SINGLE SLIP DOCK for sale. 26 ‘x 25’, $4,000.

770-718-0413

Wheels Antique Cars/Trucks CHEVY 1963 Impala.

4dr. Has 350 eng to be installed. Good project car. $950 or Trade. 678617-5560; 678-765-6645

Autos For Sale

HARLEY DAVIDSON 2008. Anniversary Edition. Soft Tail Heritage Deluxe. LED light upgrades, many extras, actual miles (2200). Always garaged, showroom condition.

1 owner. Selling due to illness. New: $29,000; Sell for: $15,900. 770503-7563; 937-604-3298 HONDA 1997 Shadow.

Good Cond. Low mi.

Runs Great! $1900 Roger, 770-823-3389 TRIUMPH 2011- Rocket III Touring, 2300cc, 5845 mi, gar kept.

Dealer maint. records. $11,000.

678-943-2908

Trucks FORD 1988-F-250. 7.3 diesel, 5spd, Ext Cab. VGC.. Trade possible. $4500/obo. 770-9670751 FORD 2011 F150 short bed, 65K miles, mint cond., $14,900.

770-654-1939 NISSAN 2010 Frontier Ext Cab. 88k, Exc Cond.

4cyl, $12,000/Firm. 706878-1049 TOYOTA 2003 Tundra, only 52,744 miles, SR5-Access Cab, Carfax, exc. Consumer Report rating, call for extras, camper shell, tires, brakes, $13,388 obo.

770-788-8778

Notice SATURN 2002 LS-300 139k, V6, Runs Great!

Nice in/out. Sunrf, spoiler, CD. Hall Cnty/ No emissions. $2800.

678-200-0812 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396, low original miles, 4 speed manual, $9500, stynsy51@ outlook.com / 678-7968951.

PONTIAC 2004 Grand Prix SE, 224K miles, $1,500. Runs good. Solid body. 678-617-3797

Import Cars BMW 2008 Z4 Roadster, 3.0SI, red/w blk top, 24k miles, $26,500/obo.

Cell 716-450-4964.

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HONDA 2004 Civic 2dr, 5spd manual, red with black interior. $3500.

Exc Cond. 770-540-1215 TOYOTA 1995 Camry $2500; TOYOTA 1994 Corolla. $1500. JEEP 1989- 2dr. w/; 6in Lift Kit Monster Truck. Exc cond. $2000. 706-652-3362

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