Southern Conservation Trust In Finalists, Asks for Your Vote

The American Hiking Society and Nature Valley announced that Southern Conservation Trust (SCT) is one of 20 nonprofit organizations as finalists for Save the Trails funding. Save the Trails will award $5,000 to the top 10 finalists, based on online votes, to restore the Line Creek Nature Area. SCT is asking the community to support their mission by voting at www.wheresyours.com, Oct. 1-31.

Fayette County Civitan Club Installs New Officers

Photo: President Chuck Clanton (L) thanks Past President Carl Hall for serving the club this past year

The Fayette County Civitan Club installed the officers for the 2008-2009 year September 25th at their annual banquet. Serving the community and its needs the new officers are: President: Chuck Clanton, President-Elect: Mike Jones, Immediate Past President: Carl Hall, Vice President: David Joslin, Secretary: Darryl Douglass, Treasurer: John Webster, Chaplain: Bo Mullins, Sgt. At Arms: Dan Arnett, Directors: Darryl Chaney, Bryan Price, Will Hawkins & Alan Jones.

All attending enjoyed Governor Elect Ray Marden as he spoke and installed the new officers.
The Fayette County Civitan Club has been an outstanding club in the community since 1970 when it began. In the year 2006-2007 they were awarded as Top Club in the State of Georgia by Civitan International organization.

Organizations that have benefited from the fundraising of this Civitan club are Christian City, Camp Civitan, Camp Big Heart, Boy Scouts, American Cancer Society, Joseph Sams School, Girl Scouts, Fayette Youth Protection Home, Southwest Christian Care, Special Olympics, among many others. Funds are raised through Christmas Tree sales, 5K Road Race, Sales of pecans, Paula Deen kits, Vidalia Onions, Fruit Cake, Candy-Coin boxes, Tennis Tournament and other events throughout the year.

The Fayette County Civitans meet second and fourth Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. at Melear’s Restaurant in Fayetteville. If you are interested in joining this organization contact Chuck Clanton by email chuck_clanton@comcast.net or calling 404-456-8151.

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Kedron Elementary School Celebrates Constiution Week

Pictured are Sylvia Nolde, Fayette- Starr's Mill DAR Constitution Week Chair and Margie Ausborn, Kedron Media Specialist.

Kedron Elementary School received a certificate of appreciation from the Daughters of the American Revolution for participation in Constitution Week activities. Kedron also received a donation of book from the DAR on American history and the Constitution.

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The Joseph Sams School Announces 2008-2009 Board of Directors

The Joseph Sams School (www.josephsamsschool.org), a private, not-for-profit, special needs school in Fayetteville, Georgia, has restructured their Board of Directors to include an Executive Committee and a Board-at-Large; recruiting 13 new Board Members from across metro Atlanta and further outlying counties.

Dale Georgia, long time JSS Board Member and current Board President, is excited about the impact that the new Board of Directors will have in the continuing growth of the school’s student body and programs. “We have fully embraced the opportunity to welcome so many new Board Members from varying professions and diverse communities. Seven of the nine counties that we serve have representation through a Board Member, which will benefit both the school as well as respective counties represented. We could not be more pleased with the level of service each member has committed to provide the school.”

Georgia, explained the Board of Directors’ vision for the Joseph Sams School. “The Joseph Sams School has grown by leaps and bounds since its humble beginnings back in 1984 -- not only in numbers, but in program excellence as well. This Board would like to continue to focus on providing individualized education and progressive programs to each student while growing the school’s population and facilities to meet the needs of the increasing number of children with disabilities; it is critical that The Joseph Sams School effectively serve as many students as possible without jeopardizing the quality of our programs.”

The Joseph Sams School 2008-2009 Board of Directors are:

Executive Committee

Dale Georgia, President
Dave Sapp, Vice President
Jim Sams, M.D., Secretary
Commissioner Jack Smith, Treasurer
Anne Miller
Charles Coppolino
David Goodman, M.D.
Kelly Kallis
Ellen Nichol
Rod Robinson, M.D.

Board-at-Large
Scott Blackstock
Senator Ronnie Chance
Kay Deming, Esq.
Kevin Demmitt, PhD
Marie Dodd (ad hoc)
Maj. General Ted Mallory (ret) USAF
Arnold Martin
Doug Mickey
Representative Matt Ramsey, Esq.
Matthew Ralsten, M.D.
Rocky Roquemore
Brent Scarbrough
Jason Thompson, Esq.
Fred Turner, Esq.
Congressman Lynn Westmoreland
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Kedron Elementary Receives Target Grant for Children’s Theater

Kedron Principal Karen Bullock and fifth grade teacher Carla Zonneveld pose with Peachtree City Target representatives Cynthia Burnett and Lynn Jacobs.

Students at Kedron Elementary in Peachtree City are going to star in their own full-scale musical, complete with professional sets and costumes, thanks to the generosity of Target.

Fifth grade teacher Carla Zonneveld was instrumental in helping Kedron receive a $5,000 Target grant to bring the Missoula Children’s Theater to the school in 2009. The grant will fund the weeklong residency of two professional actors/directors who arrive in town with all the costumes, props and sets necessary for a full-scale musical production. The only thing missing is the cast, which is where the students become involved.

The week begins with a casting call on where 50-60 students are selected to fill the roles of a popular children’s story that has been adapted to a musical. Other students will serve as backstage directors, helping with the curtains and lighting and making sure that the actors enter the stage on cue. By Saturday, after a week of intensive rehearsals involving memorizing lines, learning songs and practicing choreography, the students put on two public performances. Tickets are sold to the community for both performances with the school keeping all of the proceeds, which will be used to bring the theatrical group back to the school the following year.

“Bringing a program to a school that will make a lasting impact on some of its students is not difficult, but introducing one that will change the lives of an entire school community is nearly impossible,” say Zonneveld.

This grant is part of ongoing efforts by Target to strengthen families and communities throughout the country. Since opening its doors, Target has given 5 percent of its income to organizations that support education, the arts, social services and volunteerism. Today, that translates into more than $3 million every week.

Zonneveld says the Missoula Children’s Theater experience will give students the confidence and skills they need to be effective students while instilling important character traits that they will use for the rest of their lives.

“I have witnessed first-hand the effect this type of training can have on a large group of children. As my daughter attended rehearsals after school, I began to see the whole group changing. By performance day, I was in awe of the talent being displayed with complete confidence. Even the youngest children had developed the discipline and demeanor of seasoned performers,” says Zonneveld.

Schools can apply for Target grants between March 1 and May 31 of each year. Target funds arts programs that bring the arts to schools or make it affordable for youth and families to participate in cultural experiences such as touring programs, field trips to the theater or symphony or artist in residencies and workshops in schools.

“I hope that with the generous support of this grant we will be able to start a tradition of showcasing the arts in our community and changing the lives of many generations of Kedron Knights to come,” says Zonneveld.

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Facts About Fayette’s ESPLOST Referendum

Excellence. It’s part of the heritage of Fayette County Public Schools.

Fayette’s students are among the highest performing in Georgia and the nation. They continually surpass national averages on the SAT and ACT and their CRCT average scores are among the top in the state. And, in case you haven’t heard, the school system is the only one of its size in Georgia that has made Adequate Yearly Progress every year since the No Child Left Behind Act was implemented.

Providing a quality education for students has always been a priority for Fayette County Public Schools. But with state funding cuts over the last seven years and a slowing tax digest growth, the school system’s needs are greater than available revenues. That’s why the Fayette County Board of Education approved holding an ESPLOST referendum during the general election on November 4.

ESPLOST stands for Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax. It adds a penny to the sales tax for any taxable purchases made in the county. For every $100 that is spent, one dollar will go toward ESPLOST.

The one-cent sales tax spreads the responsibility of providing quality facilities and equipment for Fayette’s students to all citizens and visitors of the community, not just homeowners. Anyone who spends money in Fayette County will fund the ESPLOST whether they live here or not. Most counties in Georgia have an ESPLOST, including those near and surrounding Fayette. In fact, Fayette is one of only four in the state without an ESPLOST. The other three are Burke, Glynn and Wayne.

Georgia law states that only certain types of projects can be funded with ESPLOST monies, one being debt service payments; these payments must otherwise be made from property taxes. Fayette’s proposed projects include debt service payments as well as technology upgrades, security upgrades, textbook adoption, facilities renovations, school bus purchases and relocation of our warehouse.

An ESPLOST can last no longer than five years. It is estimated that the one-cent sales tax could generate up to $115 million over the five-year period. If approved by Fayette’s citizens, the ESPLOST will take effect April 1, 2009 with the school system receiving its first payout in June 2009.

The social and economic strengths of a community are greatly influenced by the quality of the school system. Good schools mean well-prepared citizens, a strong labor market and an inviting atmosphere for living and working. One key question asked by business/corporate prospects is “What is the quality of the local schools?”

There are many important decisions that will be made during this year’s general election, including the next leader of our great country. Don’t forget to vote on November 4.

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National Weather Service to Host Open House October 1 and 2

4 Falcon Drive, Peachtree City
4:30 pm - 8 pm
October 1 and 2

Ever wonder what the National Weather Service is really like? Take the short trip to Peachtree City on October 1 and 2 for a closer look at the people who warn us about severe weather.

The public is invited to tour the Weather and Southeast River Forecast Centers at an open house. While touring the facility, be sure to check out the Tornado Simulator and witness an upper air balloon launch.

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Honor Flight Fayette Day Proclaimed October 8

FL Note: Kudos to Gail Sparrow for making this dream a reality for so many of our patriots of World War II.

At their September 25th meeting, the Fayette County Commissioners honored the upcoming and 2nd flight organized by Honor Flight Fayette to send World War II veterans to Washington, D.C., at no charge to them, to visit their memorial and share memories with their comrades in arms from that war.

Plans have been in the works for this trip literally since the return of the inaugural flight of HFF last May. Board members, guardians, medical personnel and volunteers have worked consistently to raise the necessary funds needed to make this trip a memorable one for the veterans, who will be provided with plane tickets, meals, snacks, and motor coach transportation. Also, a guardian will be assigned 2-3 veterans for the day, and their job is to make sure that each and every need of the vets is being met.

The public is encouraged to participate in this exciting day by either seeing the veterans off at 7:00 a.m., or welcoming them back about 10:00 that evening at the Fayetteville First United Methodist Church. The veterans from the May trip were very touched by those who came out to honor them, in their own community, by cheering and waving flags and banners.

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization led by a dedicated board of directors, Honor Flight Fayette is committed to this labor of love and determination to take as many veterans as possible as quickly as possible. Unfortunately, we are losing these brave men and women at a rate of over 1,400 per day, so time is definitely of the essence. And we must ask ourselves, "at what cost did they secure my freedoms and how can I repay them?"

If you would like to know more about this organization or make a donation toward the next flight, please visit honorflightfayette.org or call 770-719-1024.

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Walk to Help Fight Alzheimer's Disease on October 4th in Peachtree City

Consider yourself blessed if you can read this article. If you were a victim of Alzheimer’s Disease, you probably couldn’t. If you were a caregiver for an Alzheimer’s patient, you probably wouldn’t have time. Nearly 200,000 Georgians suffer with this dreaded disease. And nearly 350,000 others are affected by it through their roles as family caregivers.

The purpose of the Alzheimer’s Association, Georgia Chapter, is to lighten the burden of care giving through personalized support, education and training, as well as contributions to research for the prevention, cure and treatment of the disease.

Saturday, October 4th is your opportunity to aid in fighting this disease by participating in the Southern Crescent Memory Walk in Peachtree City. Participants come from six adjacent counties: Clayton, Coweta, Fayette, Henry, South Fulton and Spalding. Last year nearly $220,000 was raised to combat this disabling disease. Since the Walk’s beginnings in 2000, nearly $1,300,000 has been raised! The Co-Chairs for the Walk are Iola Snow and Fred Brown.

Registration for the 5K (3.2 miles) walk along the city’s cart paths is from 8:00 – 9:30 AM in the parking lot of the Frederick Brown, Jr. Amphitheater. Come as a member of a team, family group, neighbors, friends, or by yourself….just come and make a donation. Over 1000 people participate. Dogs are welcomed, too. A free continental breakfast is available upon your arrival. Face painting and balloons sculptures will be provided by the Clowns of New Hope Baptist Church. Music is provided by the Peachtree Jazz Edition.

A balloon release with a personalized tag attached is scheduled just before the walkers depart. But first, you must “warm up” with the assistance of World Gym trainers. Runners depart at 9:15 AM while walkers leave at 9:30 AM. Watering stations are located along the walking route. Golf carts are stationed at various locations to transport you back to the parking lot if the need arises.

Upon your return, enjoy a free hot dog or hamburger lunch courtesy of the Kiwanis Club of Peachtree City. Visit several of the sponsor tables to see what they have to offer. And don’t forget to stick around for some spectacular prize drawings. Make it a family function by joining in on the fun and please make a meaningful donation to help those in need.

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Fayette County Students Named Semifinalists in National Achievement Scholarship Program

FL Note: Kudos to Fayette County High and Sandy Creek High Schools for these students' excellent achievements!

Six local students are among the 1,600 semifinalists nationwide vying for scholarships in the 2009 National Achievement Scholarship Program, a competition for African American high school students.

Chayna Johnson and Cecelia Oparah of Fayette County High and Jennifer Black, Ayrton Bryan, Kafi Hemphill and David Johnson of Sandy Creek High were selected as semifinalists from more than 150,000 students from all parts of the U.S. who requested consideration in the program when they took the 2007 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) as high school juniors.

To advance to the finalist level, semifinalists must present a record of high academic performance throughout high school, be endorsed and recommended by the school principal, earn SAT scores that confirm the PSAT/NMSQT performance and write a self-descriptive essay. The semifinalist and a school official must also complete a scholarship application in which they provide information about the student’s participation in school and community activities, demonstrated leadership abilities and educational goals.

Approximately 1,300 semifinalists are expected to fulfill additional requirements and advance to the finalist level in the 2009 competition where participants will compete for 800 achievement scholarship awards worth some $2.6 million for college undergraduate study.

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Fayette County's Newest Preserve Hosts Bird Walk October 4

Join fellow nature lovers on a fun and informative Bird Walk on Saturday, October 4th, 2008 at 9 am. Expert bird caller David Cree will lead the guided walk at the Sams Lake Bird Sanctuary, Fayette’s newest preserve just opened to the public by Southern Conservation Trust.

Sams Lake, donated to the Trust by the Sams family, is the site of a wetland restoration project recently completed by the City of Atlanta. Already the shallow ponds draw many native and migrating bird species, including green and blue heron, egrets, and hawks. You may also see wild turkey, deer and beaver.

Southern Conservation Trust is a local conservation organization that owns, manages and protects over 1300 acres of environmentally sensitive land in the Southern Crescent. As a community land trust the Trust also works with willing property owners to protect their land with a conservation easement that may provide significant tax benefits.

Saturday’s participants should bring binoculars and meet at the Sams Lake Preserve parking lot on Old Senoia Rd south of Fayetteville, between Harp and Hawn Roads, at 9 am. For more information about community conservation and Southern Conservation Trust, call 770-486-7774, email info@sctlandtrust.org or visit the website www.sctlandtrust.org.

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Cattle Barons’ Ball Launches Tennis, Golf Tournaments

To rustle up even more support and enthusiasm for the 6th annual Cattle Barons’ Ball on Nov. 8 in Fayette County, the planning committee is hosting the event’s inaugural women’s tennis and men’s golf tournaments. Both events will raise additional funds for the American Cancer Society.

The tennis tournament, to be held on Saturday, Nov. 1, at Canongate Whitewater Creek Country Club, will be a women’s doubles tournament open to players with 2.5, 3.0, 3.5 and 4.0 rankings. The tournament, sponsored by Boulignini Shoes & Accessories, will begin at 9:30 a.m., with lunch provided by Mellow Mushroom. Live and silent auctions will be held during lunch, and prizes will be awarded to the winners of each division. The registration fee, which includes a T-shirt, is $60 per player and is limited to the first 50 players. The deadline to register is Oct. 15. For registration forms, visit www.baronsball.com. For more information, contact Gretchen Scheinost, 770-631-9723, or Jenny Springstroh, 770-719-1534.

The golf tournament will be held the day before the ball on Friday, Nov. 7, also at Whitewater Creek. The registration fee is $95 per player, or $380 for a foursome, and includes lunch. Check-in begins at 9 a.m. and tee off at 10 a.m. Sponsorships for the tournament, including specific holes, and various contests, such as a putting contest and the longest drive contest, are still available. The deadline to register is Nov. 1. For registration forms, visit www.baronsball.com. For more information, contact Heather Smith, 678-414-3459.

The annual Western-style Cattle Barons’ Ball will be held on Saturday Nov. 8 at Canongate at Whitewater Creek Country Club at 175 Birkdale Drive in Fayetteville. For ticket information, contact the American Cancer Society office at 301 Kelly Drive, Peachtree City, GA 30269; 770-631-0625 (phone); 770-631-8917 (fax); or visit www.barronsball.com.
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Patriotic Kick Off Continues at Starr's Mill High School

For the fifth year in a row the Starr’s Mill High School football home opener commenced with a patriot expression by the school’s chorus members. Under the direction of Dr. John Odom and Ms. Julia Lotti, members of the SMHS Chorus sang an acappella version of our National Anthem; The Star Spangled Banner, from the football field end zone. The high school students were joined by future Panther vocalists; 8th grade chorus members from Rising Starr Middle school. Unfortunately the Panther’s lost the game against the Tri-Cities Bulldogs 13-14, but they won the hearts of local patriots who attended the game.

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Promise Place Holds 5K Run / Walk From Domestic Violence September 26

Promise Place, the Council on Domestic Violence that serves Fayette, Pike, Upson and Spalding counties, will hold their 4th annual 5K Run/Walk from Domestic Violence on September 26th at Partner's Pizza in Peachtree City.

Registration begins at 5:00pm, the race starts at 6:30pm. Applications can be found at Partner's Pizza, the three Fayette World Gym locations, the Fayette County library, the Peachtree City library, and Ultimate Fitness in Peachtree City.

Entry fee is $25 and includes a free t-shirt, pizza and drinks complimentary of Partner's Pizza. Raffle tickets will be sold to win a "Night of Royalty" in a limousine sponsored by Royal-Turner Transportation.

For more information about Promise Place call 770-460-1604, for more information about the race contact Lance at 770-331-1050.

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Honor Flight Fayette Sponsors 2nd Trip to Washington October 8

Standing (l-r) are guardians Col. Doug Pearson, Sue Memmer and Medical Coordinator Linda Payne. Seated (l-r) are Honor Flight Fayette President Gail Sparrow reviewing plans with Guardian Dan Lorton.

After a successful inaugural flight last May, and positive feedback from the veterans on the flight, excitement is building as final arrangements are being made by Honor Flight Fayette board members, guardians, volunteers and supporters.

Preparations are in the works to take a 2nd group of World War II veterans from Fayette County to Washington, D.C., free of charge to them, on a one day trip to see their memorial on October 8th.

Many veterans stated that this was a trip they never thought they would get to make and were so grateful to have gone, and some shared stories they had never spoken of before the trip. Likewise, guardians for the veterans said it was a moving experience that they would never forget, in part because of the many stories they heard from the veterans. However, all agreed that it was a day unlike any other that they still speak about often, with excitement and gratitude.

Honor Flight is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization whose only mission is to say thank you in a small way to the men and women of the "greatest generation" who made our way of life possible at enormous cost to them.

If you would like to be a part of Honor Flight Fayette as a guardian, volunteer or to make a donation, please visit honorflightfayette.org or call 770-719-1024.

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Constitution Day Bell Ringing in Fayetteville Georgia

Carolyn Balog and James Waldrop Chapter DAR Regent Betty Harrah

The James Waldrop Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution joined in the Bells Across America Celebration on September 17 as the country celebrated the 221st anniversary of the signing of the US Constitution. Over 2 dozen local citizens, DAR members and SAR members rang bells for two minutes in honor of the signing. A 6 foot long scroll with over 500 names of local citizens who have pledged support of the Constitution over the last month was on display. The Marquis de Lafayette Chapter Sons of the American Revolution provided a musket salute.

The James Waldrop Chapter DAR is chartered in Fayetteville, GA.

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Purchase Coupon Books and Help Support Fayette’s Schools

Help support Fayette’s schools and students while saving hundreds of dollars at your favorite local restaurants and businesses.

The Fayette County Education Foundation is selling Enjoy the City coupon books at the school system’s board of education office located at 210 Stonewall Avenue in Fayetteville. The book features numerous “buy one, get one” free offers and discounts from poplar restaurants such as Applebee’s, Quiznos, La Hacienda, Original Pancake House and many more, including a free medium one topping pizza from Papa John’s, no purchase required.

Families can also enjoy great deals on entertainment like “buy one, get one free” Atlanta Braves game tickets and free general admission to Zoo Atlanta with the purchase of a ticket. There are many discounts on services such as car rentals, dry cleaning and hair care.

The books are $20 each with all proceeds going to benefit the Fayette County Education Foundation, which provides teacher mini-grants to fund innovative classroom projects that enhance learning. The foundation has given nearly $250,000 to Fayette’s public classroom teachers during its six-year history.

These are tough financial times for everyone. The foundation wants to help the community save money on food and services while also helping the county’s teachers get what they need to continue offering their students the best educational experiences possible.

The Fayette County Education Foundation is nonprofit organization and is a cooperative effort between the school system and the Fayette County Chamber of Commerce. For more information about the foundation or Enjoy the City coupon books, contact Melinda Berry-Dreisbach, public information specialist for Fayette County Schools, 770-460-3535.

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New Take Care Clinics Open at Walgreens in Fayette County and Other Metro Atlanta Locations

BUSINESS WIRE --Take Care Health Systems has opened five additional Take Care Clinics at Walgreens drugstores, as the company launched the second stage of a multi-phase expansion plan in the greater Atlanta area. Take Care Health Systems is one of the largest managers of convenient care clinics and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Walgreens (NYSE, NASDAQ: WAG). A total of 21 Take Care Clinics, walk-in, professional health care centers, are open in the region seven days a week with extended evening and weekend hours.

“Take Care Health has treated more than 675,000 patients nationwide since November 2005. Residents throughout the Atlanta area are some of those patients that have embraced this high-quality health care service,” said Lillian Williams, Lead Nurse Practitioner for the Atlanta market. “As a result, we’ve added five new clinics to the 16 clinics we opened last year, giving Atlanta-area residents greater access to convenient and affordable health care.”

Take Care Clinics in the Atlanta market are staffed by board-certified family nurse practitioners who treat patients 18 months and older for common illnesses such as strep throat, ear and sinus infections, pink eye and poison ivy, and are licensed to write prescriptions that can be filled at the patient’s pharmacy of choice. Take Care Nurse Practitioners also provide school, sports and camp physicals and offer vaccinations for chickenpox, flu, hepatitis B, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), meningitis, pneumonia, tetanus and human pappilomavirus (HPV).

Clinics have two patient examination rooms, exam tables, sinks, innovative patient registration kiosks and electronic medical record technology for visit documentation. Clinics are open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. New Take Care Clinics open today are located at the following Walgreens drugstores:

* Atlanta - 3740 Cascade Road

* Fayetteville - 780 North Glynn

* Atlanta - 595 Piedmont Ave., Ste 100

* Loganville - 4398 Atlanta Hwy.

* Atlanta - 3800 Princeton Lake Parkway SW

Take Care Clinics are also open at the following Walgreens drugstores:

* Acworth - 1762 Mars Hill Road NW

* Lithonia - 2945 Panola Road

* Alpharetta - 3003 Old Alabama Road

* Marietta - 2988 Shallowford Road

* Atlanta - 7530 Roswell Road

* Marietta - 2464 Roswell Road

* Austell - 4120 Austell Road

* Norcross - 5985 Peachtree Pkwy.

* Douglasville - 9465 Hwy. 5

* Powder Springs - 5230 Dallas Hwy.

* Kennesaw - 2779 N Cobb Pkwy.

* Smyrna - 2670 Cobb Pkwy. SE

* Lawrenceville - 181 S. Clayton Street

* Stockbridge - 1855 Hudson Bridge Road

* Lawrenceville - 2990 Five Forks Trickum Road

* Stone Mountain - 5320 Memorial Drive

Take Care Health Systems has partnered with numerous insurers including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia, ChoiceCare, CIGNA, Coventry, GreatWest, Humana, Multiplan/PHCS, UnitedHealthcare and traditional Medicare. If insured by one of these plans, patients pay their regular co-pay or coinsurance amount. For the uninsured or cash payers, prices average $59-$74 and are listed on clinic sign-in kiosks.

“Our experienced Take Care Nurse Practitioners understand their local communities and truly care about a patient’s long term well-being,” said Williams. “These clinics are an important part of the solution to the current health care crisis, and we are excited to bring Atlanta area residents more clinics promoting greater access to care.”

Take Care Nurse Practitioners encourage all patients to have a health care home, a provider they see routinely for on-going medical needs and routine exams. If a patient’s condition falls outside of the scope of service at the clinic, the patient is referred back to his/her primary care provider for follow-on care. If a patient does not have a primary care provider, nurse practitioners will offer a list of providers in the area accepting new patients. Take Care Nurse Practitioners collaborate with local physicians who are available for consultation at all times the nurse practitioner is treating a patient. Collaborating physicians and other local providers work with Take Care Nurse Practitioners to accept patient referrals.

Take Care Health Systems uses nationally recognized, evidence-based clinical guidelines for treatment and electronic medical record technology allowing patients to take visit records to other providers, promoting continuity of care. Take Care Nurse Practitioners follow quality and safety standards as outlined by the Convenient Care Association, the industry’s trade association.

Take Care Health Systems is part of Walgreens Health and Wellness division which includes Take Care Consumer Solutions, managers of convenient care clinics located at select Walgreens drugstores nationwide, and Take Care Employer Solutions, managers of worksite-based health and wellness services. Including Take Care Clinics, the Walgreens Health and Wellness division manages 591 worksite health and wellness centers and retail health clinics.

Take Care Health Systems currently manages 229 clinics in 29 markets and 15 states, including locations in: Atlanta, Boulder-Longmont, Colo., Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Ohio, Denver, Green Bay, Wis., Houston, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Louisville, Madison, Wis., Miami, Milwaukee, Nashville, Tenn., Orlando, Fla., Oshkosh, Wis., Peoria, Ill., Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Rockford, Ill., St. Louis, Tampa, Fla., Topeka, Kan., Tucson, Ariz., West Palm Beach, Fla. and Wichita, Kan.

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Starr's Mill HS Band Hosts Marching Band Exhibition September 20

The Starr's Mill High School Band is hosting the Third Annual Fayette County Marching Band Exhibition on September 20 at Starr's Mill High School stadium. The public is invited to attend and preview five fabulous half-time shows as the Fayette County High School marching bands kick off the marching band competition season. The gates will open at 4:30. A combined band of Fayette County 8th grade band students will open the event with the National Anthem at 5:30. McIntosh High will lead off the performances beginning at 6:00 and hosts Starr's Mill will end the evening with their performance at 7:20. Admission price is $3 at the gate. For further information, contact the event chair at jmjands@bellsouth.net.

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Fine of Peachtree City's McIntosh High School Honored as Georgia’s Assistant Principal of the Year

FL Note: Kudos to Ms. Fine for this very fine accomplishment!! Fayette County and Peachtree City are proud of you!

One assistant principal now has her very own school desk, complete with her name on it, thanks to Virco Manufacturing Corporation.

Lisa Fine of McIntosh High was presented with the desk in honor of her being named the state’s Assistant Principal of the Year by the Georgia Association of Secondary School Principals.

Competitors for the title are judged based on an application process where they answer questions about how they have achieved at least three successes in the areas of collaborative learning, curriculum, instruction and assessment and personalization.

As the state’s winner, Fine represented Georgia in the national competition, sponsored by the National Association of Secondary School Principals, earlier this year in Washington DC.

Virco presented Fine with her personalized school desk on September 16 to commemorate her achievement.

“Ms. Fine faced very tough competition to win this honor. This morning I was fortunate enough to be able to present her with this award from Virco Manufacturing,” says account representative Connie Joyce.

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Booth Teacher Prepares for Weightless Flight on October 7

The community can track Pakulski’s flight at www.flightaware.com. Enter Tail Number for G-Force One: N794AJ.

One teacher is literally going to throw her weight around to get students excited about science.

Tammy Pakulski, seventh grade science teacher at J. C. Booth Middle, has been selected to participate in the Northrop Grumman Foundation Weightless Flights of Discovery Program where she will experience a zero gravity flight. The experience is comparable to what humans would encounter during space travel to the moon or Mars. It also mimics how astronauts train for space flights.

“I’ve always dreamed of being an astronaut and going into space. This flight brings me as close as I can get to that dream,” she says.

Here’s how it works. She will board a 727 aircraft named G-Force One at Hartsfield/Jackson International Airport on October 7. At 24,000 feet altitude, a specially trained pilot will pull the plane up to a 50 degrees ‘nose high’ then push it over the top at 31,500 feet to reach zero-gravity, leaving everyone and everything inside the plane weightless for 25-30 seconds. At a 45 degrees ‘nose low’, a gentle pullout will start allowing the participants to stabilize on the aircraft floor. The maneuver will be completed a total of 15 times giving participants about 6-7 minutes of weightless flight.

Pakulski completed a training workshop in August where she was fitted for her flight suit and given instructions on the commands she will need to know for when the plane comes out of the zero gravity environment.

“You don’t want to be in the middle of a flip when that happens,” she jokes.

She will conduct several of her own experiments during the flight. For one, she will demonstrate the affects of Lunar and Martian gravity on the human body by doing as many pushups as possible.

“It will be videotaped and shared with my students. This will be compared to by ability, or lack of, to do pushups on earth,” she says.

She will also wear a vest that contains probes to measure heart rate and acceleration. Her students will graph and analyze the data the probes collect.

Pakulski will work with a group of other teachers to conduct three formal experiments including testing the affects of zero gravity on the vortex produced inside a tornado tube and Newton’s third law of motion (action-reaction) using various toys such as clackers and slinkies.

The last experiment will demonstrate amazing feats of human strength. The teachers will conduct a teacher toss (tossing one teacher between two others), one-fingered pushups and count the number of somersaults that can be completed in 25 seconds.

Pakulski says she is excited about being able to demonstrate abstract concepts and bring the demonstrations back to her classroom so that students can visualize them, such as the affect of gravity on weight. She also says she hopes her experience will be an inspiration to her students.

“I want to inspire them to follow their dreams, pursue careers in science and technology and that getting an education is important. Education provides you with more opportunities,” she says.

The Northrop Grumman Foundation Weightless Flights of Discovery program is designed to inspire students to pursue science and technical careers by inspiring their teachers first. Practicing classroom middle school teachers and future middle school teachers have the opportunity to participate in the hands-on science workshop.

“I am grateful to Northrop Grumman for providing this program for teachers and inspiring teachers to inspire their students. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity and I can’t wait for until October 7,” says Pakulski.

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Fayette County Health Department Offering Flu Vaccine

Fayette County Health Department will hold a flu vaccine clinic October 14, 15 and16 at its health center by appointment only. Flu vaccine will continue to be offered each while supplies last. The vaccination is part of a flu campaign being implemented by the Board of Health to get the vaccine to as many people as possible.

In general, anyone who wants to reduce their chances of getting the flu can get vaccinated. However, certain people should get vaccinated each year. They are either people who are at high risk of having serious flu complications or people who live with or care for those at high risk for serious complications. High-risk categories are:

• adults aged 50 years and older
• persons of any age with underlying chronic medical conditions
• residents of nursing homes and long-term care facilities
• children aged 6 months to 4 years
• women who are pregnant during the flu season
• children aged 6 months -18 years on chronic aspirin therapy
• health care workers involved in direct patient care, and Influenza, commonly called "flu," is caused by influenza viruses that infect the respiratory tract. The influenza infection causes more severe illness than most other viral respiratory infections like the common cold.

Most people who get the flu recover in one to two weeks, but some people develop serious complications, such as pneumonia.

Every year, more than 200,000 people in the U.S. are hospitalized as a result of the flu. Influenza infection can even cause death, and in an average year, about 36,000 deaths are caused by the flu in the U.S. The young, the elderly, and people with chronic medical conditions are most at risk of developing serious complications from the flu.

For people who do not receive the flu vaccine, health officials encourage them to take the following steps to reduce their chances of getting the flu:

• Wash your hands regularly
• Cover coughs and sneezes
• Keep household surfaces clean
• Don’t attend work or school when ill
• Don’t share glasses or eating utensils

The cost is of the vaccine is $25.00. Checks (no out of state), cash, debit cards, credit cards, Medicaid and Medicare (part B) will be accepted. Persons must present a Medicaid/Medicare card at the time of service. Residents using Medicare need to bring their red, white and blue card as well as any other Medicare or insurance cards.

Influenza vaccine for the 2008-09 season does not provide protection against avian or pandemic influenza.

If you would like to make an appointment to receive a flu shot, please call the Fayette County Health Department at 770.305.5416.
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Huddle, Snap, and Click Your Way to the Super Bowl

FL Note: Why do you love football? Why do you take all those captivating pictures of your kids playing football? Maybe you have a hankering to attend the Super Bowl in Tampa?

With all the cars and golf carts lined up at our local youth league and high school football games this fall, we suspect there are some phenomenal pictures. Why not enter your best into the contest? We'd love to have a winner from Fayette County!

(NAPSI)-Highly satisfying, for many parents, is capturing great photos of their children's milestones and important moments that can be shared with loved ones for years to come. Incorporating photography into your everyday activities can help you capture memories that will last a lifetime.

To encourage that idea, Canon U.S.A. and the Pro Football Hall of Fame are giving football and photography fans a chance to capture the fun, passion, excitement and journey of youth football and enter their best football photos in a fun contest. Everything from a playful catch in the backyard to any youth, school or organized football game is eligible for the "Why Do You Love Football?" Photo Challenge.

The grand-prize winners in the adult and teen divisions will each be awarded a trip for four to attend Super Bowl XLIII in Tampa Bay and will earn a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to have a photo displayed in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio. Additionally, the winners will receive a trip for four to the Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Celebration.

The nationwide amateur photo contest features two entry categories, "Action" and "Feature." The "Action" category focuses on any image that captures football action during game play, while the "Feature" category comprises any football imagery outside of game action on the field.

A judging panel consisting of renowned sports photographer and Canon Explorer of Light Peter Read Miller, Sports Illustrated, Archie Manning (former NFL quarterback and father of Indianapolis and New York Super Bowl MVP quarterbacks) and other prominent photographers will determine the group of 14 finalists in each division. The voting will then be turned over to the fans, who will crown the first-place winner in each category as well as the grand-prize winners.

"This will mark my third year working with Canon on the 'Why Do You Love Football?' Photo Challenge," said Archie Manning. "We've received some amazing photographs over the years, and I know from personal experience how important it is to have captured life's journey through photography. Having the opportunity to reflect and flip through old photos brings me right back to some of the best moments of my life."

Parents, family members and friends are encouraged to submit as many as 10 images each through December 3, 2008, by visiting www.usa.canon.com.

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Fayetteville Intermediate School Learns About the Constitution from DAR

The fourth and fifth graders at Fayetteville Intermediate School learned about the Constitution from the James Waldrop Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution in a special Constitution Week program. To conclude the presentation, the children read the Preamble to the Constitution and waited in line to pledge their support to the Constitution, which turns 221 years old on September 17.

Pictured (l-r) are Regent Betty Harrah and Carol Key of Fayetteville.

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Jimmie Mayfield Construction Speed Reduction Zone

Due to the ongoing construction on Jimmie Mayfield Boulevard the speed limit has been reduced to thirty five miles per hour.

Jimmie Mayfield Boulevard is currently under construction for the widening of the roadway. This construction is expected to last approximately one year. For the safety of the workers and citizens traveling through this construction area, a work zone has been established. The posted speed limit in this zone is thirty five miles per hour. This speed limit will be strictly enforced and will be in affect twenty four hours a day until the construction is complete.
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Fayette County Commissioners Proclaim September 17-23 as Constitution Week

The Fayette County Commissioners recently proclaimed September 17-23 as Constitution Week in Fayette County. Commissioner Jack Smith presented the proclamation to the James Waldrop Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution of Fayetteville and thanked the ladies for their commitment to education, promoting patriotism and preserving American history. Enthusiastic clapping of the audience showed citizen support to the Proclamation.

The James Waldrop Chapter reminds Fayette County of the "Bells Across America" ceremony to be held September 17th at the old Fayette County Courthouse lawn at noon. Pictured (l-r) are: Phyllis King, Jeffre Ray, Bonnie Bolin, Susan Sloan, Constitution Week Chairman Ann Eldredge, James Waldrop Chapter DAR Regent Betty Harrah, and Commissioner Jack Smith.

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"Food For Fellowship" Cookbook - Favorite Recipes of Lisbon Baptist Church in Fayetteville

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With 648 recipes lovingly gathered, the Lisbon Baptist Church Ladies' Disciple Group of Fayetteville has created a "Food for Fellowship" Cookbook. At a price of only $15 (plus $2 for handling), this cookbook is sure to get the family to the table on time for dinner! The proceeds from the sale of the book are being donated to the church for their building fund.

Here's just one recipe to jumpstart your appetite.

Chicken Enchiladas
By: Glen Fraser
• 3 C. chopped turkey or chicken (dark and white meat)
• 3 C. cooked rice
• 2 cans (10 oz) red or green enchilada sauce
• 1 C. chopped or sliced olives
• 2 C. shredded cheddar cheese or combined cheddar and Monterey Jack
• Burrito sized (10") flour tortillas
Combine meat, rice, 1 can of sauce, half of the olives, and half of the cheese in a large mixing bowl. Stir well. Spoon generous amount of filling onto tortilla, fold sides of tortilla over filling, and then roll tortilla and place into 9 1/2" X 12" pan. Repeat, placing rolled tortillas side-by-side until pan is full. Pour remaining sauce over top of enchiladas; spread evenly. Cover with remaining cheese and olives. Bake at 350 degrees for 1/2 hour or until cheese begins to brown. Remove from oven and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

For more information, or to place an order:

Lisbon Baptist Church Ladies
Attn: Ladies Phase 3 Grow Group
1662 Hwy 85 South
Fayetteville, GA 30215
Phone: 770-461-1583
Fax: 770-460-7373
magillham@bellsouth.net
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Beware Of Phony Voter Registration Schemes

(SPM Wire) While many Americans are showing civic pride and registering to vote, scammers see opportunities to ply their trade.

The experts at the Better Business Bureau (BBB) are warning Americans to be cautious with personal information to avoid phony voter registration drives.

"Voter registration laws vary by state and changes take place regularly, which creates the confusing environment that ID thieves thrive on," said Steve Cox of the BBB.

Such theft can be perpetrated through e-mail, phone and even in person:

Beware of phony e-mails appearing to be from government agencies, telling you to click to register to vote or resolve registrations issues. These links direct recipients to sites that install viruses or ask for personal information such as Social Security or bank numbers.

Remember, state government officials don't telephone you if there is an issue with registration, nor do they need bank account or credit card numbers to confirm your identity.

If registering in-person, always ask for proof of which organization the volunteer is with before providing information. While some states require Social Security numbers to vote, they never require bank account or credit card information.

If you think you've become an ID theft or voter registration fraud victim, contact your BBB (www.bbb.org) and file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission at 877-FTC-HELP or www.ftc.gov/idtheft.

The U.S. Election Assistance Commission Web site (www.eac.gov/voter) offers information on state voter registration guidelines.

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Piedmont Physicians Raise Awareness of Cervical and Other Gynecological Cancers

Every six minutes, an American woman is diagnosed with gynecologic cancer, including cervical, endometrial, ovarian, peritoneal, tubal, vaginal and vulvar cancers. Each year more than 80,000 American women are diagnosed with a gynecologic cancer, defined as the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells in the female reproductive organs.

September is Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month and according to the Gynecologic Cancer Foundation, early detection plays a critical role in the treatment process. In addition, the Foundation says that gynecologic cancers should only be treated by a cancer specialist, such as a gynecologic oncologist. Any woman is at risk for developing a gynecologic cancer. Although they are often discussed as a group, gynecologic cancers have a spectrum of different causes, prevention and detection methods, treatment, and likelihoods of a cure.

“Gynecologic cancer is a serious concern for women, but there are ways to prevent, detect and treat this cancer,” said Alfred Dwayne Jenkins, M.D., gynecologic oncologist at Piedmont Fayette Hospital. “If more women were screened regularly, many unnecessary deaths from cervical cancer could be avoided.”

Biomedical research has discovered that some genes, called oncogenes, promote the growth of cancer. These genetic mutations are acquired during life through smoking, aging or environmental influences, or are inherited from parents or grandparents. Many cancers of the cervix, vagina and vulva are caused by a virus that blocks normal gene function. Only a few of the specific genes leading to reproductive cancers have been identified. Knowing family history can increase the chance of early diagnosis and can help take action toward prevention.

Screening and self-examinations conducted regularly can result in the detection of certain types of gynecologic cancers in their earlier stages, when treatment is more likely to be successful and a complete cure is a possibility. Diet, exercise and lifestyle choices play a significant role in the prevention of cancer. Additionally, knowledge of family history can increase the chance of prevention or early diagnosis by determining if someone may have a gene which makes them susceptible to cancer.

Dr. Jenkins has been a part of the Piedmont Healthcare family since early last year, working with Piedmont Gynecologic Oncology located on the Piedmont Hospital campus. He also holds part-time office hours at Piedmont Fayette Hospital in Fayetteville. Dr. Jenkins is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and gynecologic oncology. He performed the first gynecologic robotics procedure in the state of Florida while serving as director of the Division of Gynecologic Oncology at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center-Orlando. Dr. Jenkins is also interested in minimally invasive surgery and fertility-sparing treatment of malignancies.

Dr. Jenkins is accepting new patients and welcomes virtually all major insurance plans. His Fayetteville office is located at 1267 Highway 54 West, Suite 5200, Fayetteville, Ga. on the PFH campus. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 404-605-2100.
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Fayette County Schools Earn Achievement Awards

Fayette’s elementary, middle and high schools have collectively received 30 awards from the Georgia Department of Education in recognition of their academic achievement.

The inaugural Superintendent’s Distinguished Achievement Awards honor schools that had the highest achievement and greatest improvement on state curriculum tests: the Criterion-Referenced Competency Test (CRCT), the Georgia High School Graduation Test (GHSGT) and the End-of-Course Test (EOCT).

All of Fayette’s awards were given in the “achievement” category. The top 10 schools in the state with the highest percentage of students scoring in the “exceeds” category in each honored subject area and grade level received achievement awards. The honored subjects and grade levels include Grades 1-8 Reading CRCT; Grades 2 and 6 English Language Arts CRCT; Grade 9 Literature EOCT; American Literature EOCT; English Language Arts and Reading GHSGT; Grades 1-8 Mathematics CRCT; Algebra I EOCT; Geometry EOCT; Mathematics GHSGT; Grades 4 and 8 Social Studies CRCT; U.S. History EOCT; Economics EOCT; Social Studies GHSGT; Grades 5-8 Science CRCT; Physical Science EOCT and Biology EOCT.

A total of six elementary and middle schools received achievement awards for performance on the CRCT:
Braelinn Elementary – Grade 2 Reading and Grade 2 Mathematics
Huddleston Elementary – Grade 2 English Language Arts and Grade 2 Mathematics
Kedron Elementary – Grade 2 Mathematics, Grade 3 Mathematics, Grade 4 Reading, Grade 4 Mathematics, Grade 4 Social Studies, Grade 5 Mathematics and Grade 5 Science
Peeples Elementary – Grade 4 Mathematics
Bennett’s Mill Middle – Grade 6 Science and Grade 7 Science
Rising Starr Middle – Grade 6 Reading, Grade 6 Mathematics, Grade 6 Science and Grade 7 Mathematics

Both McIntosh and Starr’s Mill high schools received achievement awards for performance on the EOCT:
McIntosh – Algebra I, Geometry, American Literature, Biology, Physical Science and Economics
Starr’s Mill – Physical Science and Economics

Again, both McIntosh and Starr’s Mill earned achievement awards for the GHSGT:

McIntosh – English Language Arts/Reading, Mathematics and Social Studies
Starr’s Mill – Mathematics
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Peachtree City Firefighters Honor the Memory of Firefighters and Police Officers of September 11, 2001

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As America pauses to remember the September 11, 2001, attacks this year, Peachtree City Firemen remember.

The Neely Fire Station in Peachtree City has once again honored the memory of the 343 firefighters and 60 police officers who gave their lives on that fateful day in 2001 by placing a flag for each of their fallen brothers in front of Station 82.

A special thank you to all firefighters and policemen, especially those in Fayette County, Georgia, who serve the American citizens everyday.

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Sandy Creek Senior Leads the Way in 2nd Annual Freedom Walk

FL Note: The efforts and passion of this Sandy Creek High School Senior are encouraging. We must keep our history alive. For Caitlin's dedication to this cause, we proudly award her with our "4 Chocolate Covered Strawberry" rating.

By Brenda Smith

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Photo on left: Organizer Caitlin Dillon proudly leads local citizens who walked in the Freedom Walk.


Take a rising senior with passion and a vision, and the next thing you know there is an America Supports You Freedom Walk in Peachtree City on September 6th.

In an effort to remember the tragic events of September 11, 2001, and to rejuvenate the spirit of American patriotism that immediately followed those attacks, parades were organized around the country. Caitlin teamed with Randy Gaddo, advisor and planner of Patriot Day, and they combined their two groups into one parade with one consistent theme - remember 9/11.

Approximately 130 people, including a group of World War II veterans, walked and/or rode in the parade which ended at the Commemorative Air Force hangar at Falcon Field for a Patriot Day Program. Awaiting the parade participants were over 200 supporters of the combined events, the band from Bennett's Mill Middle School, the Peachtree City Wind Ensemble and Music Alive. The featured speaker was Mrs. Rae Pressley-King, principal of Bennett's Mill Middle School who was a child of a military family and was herself a former Army helicopter pilot.

Actually, this is the 2nd walk that Caitlin has organized and she even plans to continue with preparations for a 3rd one while she prepares for college next summer.

For efforts, Caitlin received the National Patriotism Award from the National Museum of Patriotism which is located in Atlanta.

Congratulations to everyone who participated in or supported this worthwhile event and made it a success.

Veterans of the Greatest Generation are assisted by local youth in carrying the banner.

Photo credits: Brenda Smith

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Time for the 2009 Fayette County Junior Master Gardener Program

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Have a child with a green thumb? Have a child who is interested in nature? Here's a wonderful program which is open to all children 3rd- 5th grades.

The Fayette County Junior Master Gardener team will meet in Fayetteville every two weeks on Thursdays starting November 2008 through April 2009 from 4-6 pm.

This group will be limited to 20 participants.

Applications will be accepted during the month of September. Registration forms and fee information are available at the Fayette County Extension Office 770-305-5412.

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Honor Flight Fayette Walks to Support American Freedoms

Honor Flight Fayette World War II veterans, board members, supporters and other veterans made the 1 mile walk/ride on Saturday, September 6th, in rememberance of the tragic events of September 11, 2001 and to renew the spirit of American patriotism that immediately followed those attacks.

A program was held in the Commemorative Air Force Hangar at Falcon Field where the World War II veterans were recognized as the Greatest Generation and received a standing ovation. The 2nd Washington, D.C. trip for Honor Flight Fayette will take place October 8th with approximately 70 veterans taking the one day trip which is free of charge to them.

Honor Flight Fayette is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, staffed solely by volunteers, whose sole purpose is to raise funds to take the veterans to see their Memorial and receive recognition for their bravery and sacrifices. For more information about Honor Flight Fayette, or to make a donation, visit www..honorflightfayette.org or call 770-719-1024.

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Fayette County Citizens Have Opportunity to Pledge Support to the Constitution

Pictured is Stephen McMinn who was one of the first Fayette County citizens to pledge his support.

Drop by the Fayette County Public Library in Fayetteville and pledge your support to the U. S. Constitution in honor of the 221st anniversary of the signing of the U. S. Constitution.

The exhibit runs through the end of September and is sponsored by the James Waldrop Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution. The James Waldrop Chapter,chartered in 2007 as the first Fayetteville chapter of the DAR, received a 2007 national award for their efforts in educating the public about the Constitution.

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Fall Bazaar at The Episcopal Church of the Nativity

Never heard of The Episcopal Church of the Nativity on Antioch Road? Well, you may be missing the best little Church in Fayette County.

Come and visit on Saturday, October 11th when the Church will be hosting its Fall Bazaar. There will be hot coffee and cider to welcome you along with cookies and other home baked goodies. There will be hand crafted items for the holidays as well as other gift ideas. There will be a book sale where you will be able to browse and take your time finding that special book. There will be jewelry, old and new as well as a Tag Sale with gently used children and infants. Gently used household items will also be available. Try your luck with a $5.00 raffle ticket to win $1,000.00 in free Shell gas! The winner will be announced the day of the Bazaar.

A silent auction will also be available enabling you to bid for a lovely gift for yourself or a loved one. Be sure to mark your calendars for this annual event, it will be one you surely do not want to miss.

Whether you are a curious shopper or a casual visitor, coming alone or with a family or a friend, a pilgrim exploring new possibilities for spiritual nourishment in your life or a pioneer considering a new family of faith, you will feel welcome the moment you walk through the doors of this Church.

There are no strangers at Nativity, just friends you haven't met yet. You are welcome, in the name of Christ, to come and worship. Whether you stay for one week or for a lifetime, you will find what you need while you are there. If you are spiritually hungry and thirst for more than what Sunday mornings offer, perhaps a midweek opportunity for prayer might be what you need? Or getting together with friends for Grateful Gatherings, Ones & Others, or the Basket Bunch? There are countless opportunities at this small family Church.

This will be an annual event, so mark your calendars for Saturday, October 11 from 8:00 am until 2:00 pm.

Nativity is located at 130 Antioch Road, Fayetteville 30215. Episcopal Church of the Nativity; 130 Antioch Road; Fayetteville, GA 30215; 770-460-6390; http://www.nativityepiscopal.org/.
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Shakerag Arts & Craft Festival in Peachtree City Sept 20-22

It’s time for the 31st annual Shakerag Arts & Crafts Festival in Peachtree City. The Peachtree City Parks and Recreation Department festival begins Saturday, September 20 and continues through Sunday, September 21, and will be held at Shakerag Knoll located at 191 McIntosh Trail, Peachtree City, GA 30269. The hours on Saturday are from 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. and 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. on Sunday. Admission and parking is free.

“This is one of the biggest shows yet,” says Ashley Alonso, event coordinator. The only types of vendors they are no longer accepting are food, jewelry, crochet and handbags. The vendor applications are available at www.ptcrecreation.org or they are available at The Peachtree City Parks and Recreation Administration building.

Shakerag Arts & Crafts Festival is known for its handmade arts, crafts, and food. We have a variety of vendors, from all over Georgia and the south, with unique items for sale including pottery, paintings, portraits, ceramics, floral designs, pet items, jewelry, candles, authors, etc. Alonso mentions, “This is a great time to shop for the holidays and find something unique and original for friends and family.”

The festival will go on rain or shine. For more information please contact Ashley Alonso at (770) 631-2542 or visit us on the web at www.ptcrecreation.org.

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Fayetteville Proclaims September 17-23 as Constitution Week

Pictured (l-r) are Linda Robinson, Ann Eldredge and Mayor Ken Steele.

The City of Fayetteville proclaimed September 17-23 as Constitution Week at a recent City Council Meeting. Ann Eldredge, Constitution Week Chairman of the James Waldrop Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution, commented that this year Americans celebrate the 221st anniversary of the signing of the U. S. Constitution. The James Waldrop Chapter DAR and the City of Fayetteville urge all citizens to reaffirm the ideals of the Constitution and to vigilantly protect the freedoms guaranteed to us through this guardian of our liberties, remembering that lost rights may never be regained.

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Helping Women at Every Life Stage Achieve Financial Success

A Helpful Checklist for Single Women

* Prioritize your short- and long-term financial goals – such as next year’s vacation or a down payment for a condo – and determine how to save enough money to get there.
* Create a budget and stick to it. Watching your spending will help you reach your financial objectives sooner.
* Start saving for retirement now. Taking advantage of compounding interest will pay big dividends later on, so try to put 10 percent of your paycheck into your company’s 401(k) plan or an IRA.
* Begin saving for emergencies. Put away enough to cover three to six months of your expenses.
* Think about buying a home or apartment as soon as you can afford it. You’ll not only build equity, but some of your mortgage interest and property tax is generally tax deductible.
* Look for ways to lower your taxes because single filers pay the highest tax rates. Contributions to 401(k) and Flexible Spending Accounts can reduce your taxable income. In addition, some of your IRA contributions may be tax deductible. Or, a Roth IRA -- if your employer offers it -- may be right for you. Contributions are not tax deductible but qualified withdrawals are income tax-free.
* Consider purchasing life insurance. It’s cheaper when you’re younger and although you’re single, you may someday have a family or relatives dependent on your financial support.

A Helpful Checklist for Women Approaching Retirement

* Estimate the annual income you’ll need in retirement. Be sure to include the cost of individual medical insurance that you’ll have to pay until you can use Medicare at age 65. (You can keep your employer’s insurance for 18 months after you retire, but you’ll be responsible for the entire cost.)
* Determine the sources of your retirement income, including Social Security, retirement savings, other investments, and profits from selling your home if you downsize.
* Check whether you can afford to wait to collect Social Security benefits until you’re at least full retirement age. Taking Social Security at 62 will reduce your lifetime benefits. For those born from 1943 to 1954, full retirement age is 66, and collecting at age 62 will reduce lifetime benefits by 25 percent. For those born after 1954, full retirement age phases up to age 67 and retiring at age 62 will reduce benefits by 30 percent.
* If you’re concerned that you’re not on track to reach your income goals, take advantage of catch-up contributions you can make to a 401(k) or 403(b) starting at age 50.
* Even if you don’t need to make catch-up contributions, keep putting as much as you can into your retirement savings plan.
* If you’re married or have a partner, make sure you have enough life insurance.
* If you’re confident the principal in your retirement plan will provide a sufficient income stream at retirement, you can begin to move some of your savings into lower risk investments.
* Investigate long-term care insurance to protect your retirement savings from being depleted in the event you need in-home, assisted-living, or nursing home care.

(ARA) – How do you plan to spend retirement? Will you be doing all the things you wanted to do when you were younger but didn’t have the time or resources for, or will you be at the mailbox waiting for your welfare check?

According to Prudential Financial’s 2008 Study on the Financial Experiences and Behaviors Among Women, while 80 percent of women desire to achieve a secure retirement, only 18 percent feel confident in their ability to do so.

“That’s a discouraging number, but one we’re trying to do something about it,” says Mary Flowers, vice president of Global Communication at Prudential. In the nearly 10 years her company has been studying the financial habits of women, she says there has been significant progress in their overall financial knowledge and confidence, but there’s still room for improvement.

For example, when asked about their level of preparedness for making financial decisions that would affect their retirement, 50 percent of women said they felt like they were on track. The other 50 percent was a little behind where they needed to be. Break it down by generation and 43 percent of Millennials (ages 25 – 29), 45 percent of GenXers (ages 30 – 42), 51 percent of Boomers (ages 43 – 61) and 37 percent of Mature women (ages 62 – 68) said they still need help in select areas when it comes to planning their financial future.

That is evident when you consider that 60 percent of respondents don’t understand how annuities work; 45 percent are unsure when it comes to estate planning, trusts and wills; and 42 percent have trouble understanding long term care insurance. Women were also asked where they turned for financial information currently. While more than 50 percent of those surveyed named a financial advisor (34 percent) or friends and family (19 percent) as the most preferred source for learning about financial and insurance products, a growing number of women say they are turning to the Internet for information.

In considering various media outlets, the Web sites of financial services firms are seen as the most credible source of information with other Internet and marketing sources trailing in “credibility.” Realizing how important it is to provide women with the reputable source of educational information they are looking on to help close their confidence gap and identify solutions to achieve their goals, Prudential recently launched “Women & Money,” a free resource that can be accessed at www.prudential.com/women.

The site offers advice from a range of financial experts from Prudential, as well as an ever-changing mix of external guest columnists. For example, Discovery Network’s chief medical correspondent, Dr. Pamela Peeke, provides tips on how women can find a balance between their health and wealth; author and noted women’s expert Mary Lou Quinlan discusses career strategies. There are also checklists that will help women at different stages of life come up with a financial plan that will ensure they’ll live comfortably in retirement.

“Women & Money offers fresh and engaging content in a manner that allows them to quickly select the content most relevant to their situation. We recognize the time constraints and juggling acts that many women are faced with, and we’ve developed a site to help them make the best use of their time, while making it easy for them to share their findings with their trusted network of family and friends,” says Flowers.

In addition to great information, the site also features interactive tools, including calculators and worksheets, which are readily available to help women analyze their personal financial situation and implement a plan to help them improve their financial situation. In addition, women can submit their own personal stories, as well as read those of peers to learn lessons and real life success strategies.

Gone are the days when years of hard work for a company would guarantee a pension. They’re just not being offered any more. And many question whether or not Social Security will even be around by the time those entering the workforce today retire, so it’s up to women to plan for their own retirement. For more information on Prudential’s 2008 Women’s Study or on Women & Money, or to take advantage of the financial tools available, visit www.prudential.com/women.

Courtesy of ARAcontent

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Fayetteville DAR Goes to Washington, Receives Awards

Pictured in DC (l-r) are: Pat Reeve and Regent Betty Harrah of Fayetteville.

Several members of the James Waldrop Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution recently journeyed to the National Society DAR 117th Continental Congress in Washington, DC. While in DC, the chapter was honored for "Constitution Week 2007- Outstanding Chapter Report." In addition, the chapter was also recognized among the highest level of the chapters nationwide for Chapter Achievement and in the 2nd tier for American Spirit DAR Magazine.

The DAR is the world's largest women's service organization with over 170,000 current members. Members of the James Waldrop Chapter DAR work tirelessly to promote education, preserve American history and to promote patriotism. For more information on the upcoming programs, visit http://jameswaldrop.georgiastatedar.org/

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