2B — The Newnan Times-Herald — Sunday, March 18, 2012
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Miss Vickers weds Mr. Teston Oct. 9, 2011
Newnan author releases novel In “Super Natural Love Crazed,” the new fantasy novel releasing nationwide this month by local author Tamala Callaway, three guys from very different backgrounds endure life’s most difficult situations as they struggle to protect that which is most important to them. Ramone Stevens, the male half of a teenaged set of twin witches, is forced to protect his family when three deranged witches come to strip his best friend of his powers and impregnate his sister. Gabriel Burks, leader of the pack of hot headed werewolves, is torn between protecting his girlfriend’s brother’s fiancé from one of his pack member’s obsessive stalking or keeping
the pack law by supporting his own pack member. Jarrett Nelson, human love interest of one of the world’s strongest and most temperamental vampires, has to face constant pursuit from bloodthirsty vampires who have it out for his vampire girlfriend and him. In each story, readers learn how the characters’ supernatural abilities ultimately heighten their belief that love is the greatest power of all. Callaway lives in Newnan and began writing at the request of her daughters, who wanted to be characters in their favorite bedtime stories. She is also the author of “Super Natural New Beginnings” and plans on adding more stories to the series.
Shannon Dawn Douglas and Nicholas Alan Kimbro
Miss Douglas to marry Mr. Kimbro May 19 Bruce and Merri Douglas of Newnan announce the engagement of their daughter, Shannon Dawn Douglas, to Nicholas Alan Kimbro, son of Robert and Janette Kimbro of Sharpsburg. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Don and Mildred Jones of Newnan, Mr. and Mrs. G. Bruce Douglas of Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., and Connie Harper of Vero Beach, Fla. Miss Douglas is a graduate of Berry College in Rome with a bachelor's degree in studio art. She graduated from Newnan High School in 2004. She attended the Governor's Honors Program as a visual arts major in 2003. She currently teaches art in Boulder, Colo. The future bridegroom's
grandparents are the late Wade and Gilda Cappleman and Wilda Cappleman of Memphis, Tenn., and the late William (Bill) Kimbro and the late Doris Kimbro and Margaret Kimbro of Chattanooga, Tenn. Mr. Kimbro is a graduate of Berry College in Rome with a bachelor's degree in English. He graduated from Northgate High School in 2004 where he wrestled and placed as state runner-up. He is currently seeking his master's of fine arts degree in creative writing from University of Colorado in Boulder, Colo. The wedding will be an event of May 19, 2012, at Lake Lanier Islands Resort in Buford at the Venetian Pier.
Lori Martin was recently crowned Indian Princess at East Coweta High.
ECHS charity pageant declares title winner From STAFF REPORTS closeup@newnan.com Lori Martin, East Coweta High School senior, recently won the title of Indian Princess at the school’s annual charity pageant. Martin, the daughter of
Nancy and Bobby Martin, collected $1,100 in donations for One Roof Ecumenical Alliance Outreach. Those attending the event make contributions to the favorite charities of the contestants. The pageant is in its fifth year.
Early warm weather may mean earlier mosquito problems By MERRITT MELANCON University of Georgia This year’s exceptionally warm winter and the early spring temperatures mean Georgians may be dealing with warm weather pests, like ticks and mosquitos, earlier this year. “Because of the early warm weather and the very mild winter, the populations will advance sooner,” said Elmer Gray, a public health entomologist with the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. “But, as we get into the summer that will kind of level out, and the populations will be affected by humidity and other limiting factors … (The weather) will give them a head start.” It’s a myth that very cold winters reduce insect populations and that warm winters lead to more bugs, said Ray Noblet, head of the college’s department of entomology.
Not more bugs, earlier bugs But what warm winter temperatures will do is contribute to the early emergence of insects. “Their population growth may get underway a little sooner but (the warm winter) won’t have a major impact on the insect population as a whole,” Noblet said. Georgia entomologists have already seen mosquitos emerging in some parts of the state,
and they have also reported a sighting of a Lone Star tick. This arthropod usually doesn’t become prolific until after Easter. Gray, who focuses on studying the public health impact of mosquitos, urges Georgians to start preparing for mosquito season now before they are caught off guard by an early swarm. He recommends homeowners trim overgrown lawns and clear foliage away from walking trails and other areas that families use frequently.
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Crossroads Garden Club officers are, from left to right, Bylaws Chairman Sam Merrill, Secretary/Treasurer Wilma Smith, President Deberah Williams and Vice President Mike Christie. The club’s next meeting will be March 25.
Crossroads Garden Club held charter meeting The charter meeting of the Crossroads Garden Club was held Feb. 28 with eleven members attending. Those attending learned about joining a garden club and becoming members of both the Georgia Garden Clubs and the National Garden Clubs. The group then elected officers: President Deberah Williams, Vice President Mike Christie, Secretary/Treasurer Wilma Smith and Bylaws
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Cut grass and dump standing water “Keeping vegetation down along walking and hiking trails – either by cutting or by using some sort of herbicide – will really help when the ticks start to pick up later this spring,” Gray said. This is also the time to check your yard for containers that are holding standing water. Old tires and planters provide perfect breeding spots for mosquitos. Homeowners should also fix any window or porch screens. “We’re approaching the season – or the few months at least - when you’re going to want to have your windows open,” Gray said. “So if you’re screens need repair, this would be the time to do that.” Animal owners should prepare by making sure horses are up-to-date on equine encephalitis vaccines and dogs are current on their preventative heartworm medication.
Committee Chairman Sam Merrill. The garden club’s meeting time will be the fourth Monday of each month. The next meeting will be March 25 at 7 p.m. at 3072 Highway 154, Newnan. The speaker will be Charlotte Nelson, one of the new club members, and the topic will be Straw Bale Gardening. The club extends an open invitation to anyone who would like to join or attend.
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Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Wallace Teston Natalie Marie Vickers, daughter of Ms. Tami Conde Vickers of Newnan and Mr. Barry R. Vickers of Smyrna became the bride of Mr. Clinton Wallace Teston, son of Colonel (Retired) and Mrs. Butch Teston of Dahlonega on Sunday, October 9, 2011 at Dunaway Gardens in Newnan with Rev. Larry Patton officiating. Mr. Blake Travis, friend of the bride and groom, provided a program of nuptial guitar melodies. Miss Shea Cheney, of Savannah, and Miss Lacey Houghton, of St. Simon’s Island served as maids of honor. Bridesmaids were Miss Carolyne Teston, sister of the groom, of Atlanta, Miss Kristin Mitchell, of St. Petersburg, Fla. and Miss Brittany Whitlock, of Knoxville, Tenn. Miss Alexandra Lockhart, goddaughter of the bride’s mother, of Newnan, served as the flower girl. The attendants wore strapless chiffon dresses in deep amethyst. The knee length dresses featured flowing cascades from the waist and a pleated ruched bodice. They carried handtied bouquets of ivory roses, freesia, purple trillium, green hypericum berries, eggplant calla lilies, and green mini hydrangeas. The flower girl wore an ivory tea length tulle dress featuring a sash and rows of appliqued blossoms at the hem. She carried a basket and scattered ivory rose petals. Mr. Brandon Breedlove, of Atlanta, and Mr. Josh Sprayberry, of Griffin, served as best men. Groomsmen were Mr. Ryan Bley, of Dahlonega, Mr. Tyler Daniel, of Columbus, and Mr. Jeff Zachman, of Atlanta. The ceremony took place in the gardens with a setting of ivy covered stone terraces where guests were seated and under a canopy of mature trees. The bride entered through an iron garden gate and processed down a stone stairway path to meet her groom. The two processed united together to the ceremony site which was adorned with an iron arbor and featured floral arrangements matching the attendants’ bouquets. The bride chose an ivory silk taffeta ball gown featuring a strapless bodice and a dropped waist with allover rouching. The skirt was highlighted with c a s c a d i n g d i m e n s ion a l floral appliques covering the entire skirt and chapel length train. She wore a fingertip veil with a floral
adornment in her hair which was worn up. She carried a hand tied bouquet of ivory garden roses, white freesia, and eggplant calla lilies. The bridal bouquet was personalized with a cloisonné and pearl brooch that was a gift from the groom’s grandmother. The bridal bouquet also included a sapphire and diamond ring tucked into the flowers which had been a gift from her father to her mother on the day she was born. The bride wore a pearl necklace which had belonged to her maternal grandmother and was also worn by her mother in her wedding. The bride also wore pearl earrings which were a gift from the groom. After the ceremony guests were entertained with a reception in the historic gardens featuring cocktails, dinner, and dancing. Following a wedding trip to Hawaii, Mr. and Mrs. Teston reside in Gainesville. Pre-nuptial Parties: On May 28, the groom’s parents, Colonel (Retired) and Mrs. Butch Teston hosted an Engagement Party at their home in Dahlonega. On June 12, the maids of honor, Miss Shea Cheney and Miss Lacey Houghton along with Miss Rachel Hinckley of Atlanta hosted a Miscellaneous Shower at Ashford Creek Clubhouse in Atlanta. On August 13, the flower girl’s mother, Mrs. Susan Botticelli Lockhart and bridesmaids, Miss Kristin Mitchell and Miss Brittany Whitlock hosted a Luau Shower at SummerGrove Golf Clubhouse in Newnan. On August 11 – 14, the best men and the groomsmen hosted a Bachelor’s Party in Panama City Beach, Fla. On September 10, g room sm a n , M r. Jeff Zachman hosted a Stock the Bar Party in Atlanta. On September 24, maid of honor, Miss Lacey Houghton along with Miss Victoria Epshteyn, hosted a Bachelorette Party in Atlanta. On October 8, the bride’s mother, Ms. Tami Conde Vickers hosted a Bridesmaids’ Brunch at Grille 1904 Restaurant in Newnan honoring the bridal attendants and special guests. On October 8, the groom’s parents, Colonel (Retired) and Mrs. Butch Teston hosted a Rehearsal Dinner at Ten East Washington Restaurant in Newnan honoring the bridal party and special guests.