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Publisher & Co-Owner Brian MeekExecutive Editor & Co-Owner Michelle Meek editorialEditor Michelle MartinEditor Cherryl Greenman artGraphic Designer Candice WilliamsGraphic Designer Tiffany Atwood

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contributorsPhotographer Jack Tuszynski, Wendell Webb Writers Dr. Kellie Baxter, Patricia Bowen, Michael Buckner, Susan Casella, Dr. Charles Cooley, Jyl Craven, Calvin Hill, Eric Hill, Dan Jape, Dr. James Kilgore, Dr. Vicki Knight-Mathis, Dr. Dawn Mason, Janet Read, Sen. Chip Rogers, Suzanne Taylor, Dr. Monika Yadav

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Fall Festivals & Halloween HappeningsLocal fall fun!

Goshen Valley Boys RanchA local non-profit home serving young men ages 11-18.

Halloween Safety & FunTips to keep your little ghosts & goblins safe.

In Every Issue12 CALENDAR16 CELEBRATioNS20 LiBRARY58 CHAMBER oF CoMMERCE

Directory Listings57 CLuBS59 LoCAL oFFiCiALS60 CHuRCHES63 CoMMuNiTY iNFo

38Canton Heights Dental

Fire Prevention Week: October 7 — 13Stopping a fire before it starts

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Huntington Learning Centermaking Report Cards Refrigerator Worthy since 1977Cover photo & page 33 courtesy of PhotoJack.net


by Michelle Meek, [email protected]

EasT CanTOn Community — Home

The Photo Factory and Studio, LLC recently opened at 195 Stockwood Drive, Suite 100, Woodstock. They are a full-service photography studio with a unique twist — they encourage other photographers to rent studio space and studio equipment. The 3,600 square feet of studio space allows the Photo Factory and Studio to operate multiple studio sets at once, giving photographers and models numerous photo opportunities. Please stop by to see the studio. Normal hours of business are 10 a.m. — 5:30 p.m. M-F, and noon to 4:30 p.m. on Sat., and by appointment. (678) 402-8780

Show Me Off Again, a consignment store for men, women and children, has opened at 8926 Main Street in downtown Woodstock. To be a consignor, just drop off your items anytime during normal business hours — no appointment is required. Show Me off Again accepts all men’s, women’s, kids’ and baby clothes in all sizes. They also accept baby items such as strollers, car seats, cribs, toys, etc. (770) 313-3313

Kathy Moyers, It Works! independent Distributor, is now offering this service to the Cherokee community. it Works! offers the world’s first naturally based body contouring line that delivers maximum results in minimal time. Cellulite, signs of aging, loose skin…the ultimate body applicator offers a safe solution to these issues with all-natural active ingredients. Please call Kathy at (770) 880-8771 or visit www.wrapwithkat.itworks.net for complete information.

Ping Segars Salon, a full-service salon focusing on haircuts and color services since 2007, has recently moved. Their new location is at 4280 Hickory Flat Hwy., Suite 114, Canton. (770) 479-3775, [email protected]

Bascomb united Methodist Church is now accepting applications for its 6th Annual Craft Fair to be held at Bascomb united Methodist Church, 2295 Bascomb Carmel Road, Woodstock. The craft fair will be held Saturday, November 11 from 9 a.m. — 3 p.m. This event will feature more than 45 vendors and 2 floors of a wide variety of arts and crafts. Please contact Diane Williams for a vendor application at (770) 917-0119 or via e-mail at [email protected], or visit the church website at www.bascombchurch.org.

Cherokee Christian Schools will be hosting an open House on october 15 at 7 p.m. open House is a time for prospective families to tour the campus, meet staff and faculty, and to find out more information about the school. Light refreshments will be served and children are welcome to attend. For more information, please contact Kim Howell at [email protected] or (678) 494-5464.

Sixes Presbyterian is currently accepting vendor applications for the 3rd Annual Santa’s Shoppe on Sixes. The event will be held at Sixes Presbyterian Church, 2335 Sixes Road, Canton, on Saturday, December 1 from 10 a.m. — 5 p.m. Applications can be downloaded at http://www.sixeschurch.org/. Any questions, please call (770) 485-1975.

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Malon D. Mimms Boys & Girls Club Benefits From ‘Fore The Children’ Golf Tournament Tony Harrison, President of the Board of Directors for the Malon D. Mimms Boys and Girls Club, along with Dan Spinetto, 2012 Golf Tournament Chairman, made a recent visit to the KiA Motors Atlanta offices to thank the presenting sponsors of the “Fore The Children” golf tournament. The tournament, held annually at BridgeMill Athletic Club, raised $60,000 for the Cherokee County Boys & Girls Club on univeter Road. Additional major sponsors included: HMS Golf, Northside Hospital-Cherokee, The Cherokee Tribune, BB&T Bank and Brasfield & Gorrie. The next KiA “Fore The Children” golf tournament will be held in May of 2013. For more information on registration and sponsorship opportunities, please contact: [email protected] or visit www.bgcma.org/events.

From left to right: Sam Moore (Malon D. Mimms Boys & Girls Club, Executive Director), Ashley Lord (KIA Regional Marketing Manager), Dan Spinetto (VP, Brasfield & Gorrie, Malon D. Mimms Club Board of Directors Member & Golf Tournament Chairman), Percy Vaughn (Executive Director, KIA Motors America), Tony Harrison (President & CEO of Bonus Building Care, Malon D. Mimms Boys & Girls Club Board of Directors President) along with members of the Malon D. Mimms Boys & Girls Club.

Ball Ground Historical society Installs First Officers and Board of Directors The Ball Ground Historical Society installed its first officers and Board of Directors at its regular monthly meeting, held in the council chambers at Ball Ground City Hall. The Ball Ground Historical Society was derived from the recent committee members who were responsible for the Ball Ground School Reunion that was held in April. The committee wanted to continue its research into the history and preservation of the town and, thus, the Ball Ground Historical Society was born. An organizational meeting was held in June at the Ball Ground City

Hall. The mission statement of the society is to honor, protect and encourage the preservation of Ball Ground’s history and heritage. The Ball Ground Historical Society meets on the 4th Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the council chambers of Ball Ground City Hall. Membership dues are $25 (individual), $35 (household – 2 memberships),$250 (founding member) and $350 (household founding membership – 2 memberships).

Installed as officers of the new Ball Ground Historical Society are (front row, left to right): Pam Cavender (Treasurer), Lucille Rich

(President), Beth Ingram (Vice President) and Karen Jordan (Recording Secretary). Also installed as members of the Board of Directors (back row, left to right): Joe Kitchen (Parliamentarian and Board Member), Sue Malone (Board Member) and Dr. Rebecca Ray (Board Member). (Not Pictured) Sandra Pendley - Corresponding Secretary.

BGHS Board President, Lucille Rich (right) receives the first gavel from BGHS member, Jenny Byers, (left) as Pam Cavender (center) looks on.

CCsD Police Department Earns state Re-Certification from Chiefs of PoliceThe Cherokee County School District Police Department achieved State Certification from the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police in July. This certification represents a significant professional achievement and acknowledges implementation of policies and procedures that are conceptually sound and operationally effective. of the 30 school system police departments in Georgia, only two (including the CCSD Department) have earned this accreditation. State certification is available only to agencies that prove their commitment to excellence and professionalism by meeting standards set by the association. Participating agencies conduct a thorough self-analysis, and a team of trained assessors verifies that applicable standards have been successfully implemented. The certification must be reviewed every two years; and the CCSD Department has achieved re-certification ever since the initial award, with the

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continued from page 6 COMMUnITYmost recent renewal approved this summer. in recognition of this achievement, the association presents State Certification plaques to successful agencies. The CCSD Department is led by Chief Mark Kissel, and officer John Edgar is the Certification Manager.

Cherokee County Welcomes new agricultural and natural Resources agent Cherokee County is pleased to welcome Louise Estabrook as the new Agricultural and Natural Resources (ANR) agent. The primary role of an ANR agent is to assist both the agricultural community and the residential community with any of their horticultural needs. Louise comes to Cherokee with 12 years’ experience, from the Fulton County office in Sandy Springs. Prior to that, she served the citizens of Long island through Cornell Cooperative Extension. Louise is a Certified Arborist, a Georgia Commercial Pesticide Applicator, holds degrees in ornamental Horticulture and Ethnobotany, and is pursuing an advanced degree in Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communication at the university of Georgia. Louise lives in Cumming with her husband, Mike, and has two grown children, Michael and Alicia. Her favorite flowering plants are hostas and her favorite tree is the Canadian Hemlock. Her areas of specialization include community gardening, farmers markets and the farm-to-school programs. She will also be recruiting and training future master gardeners. once a person has completed the Master Gardener training classes, they are then able to assist the county agent in reaching out to the citizens with sound, non-biased, research generated information. Georgia Master Gardener Extension volunteers contribute countless hours assisting with educational seminars, plant diagnostic clinics, horticultural advice and specialized programs. Applications are available now for the upcoming class! Louise can be reached at (770) 470-0418, or stop by the office, with any samples of your plants, weeds or insects, at 100 North Street, Suite G21, Canton or email: [email protected] with questions or concerns.

Reinhardt appoints new Chairmen for Their a DaY CampaignThe A DAY for Reinhardt campaign is well under way with more than $16,000 raised toward the $100,000 overall goal. This is in part from the two influential men leading the campaign this year: Chairman Mark Goddard, Cobb EMC manager - commercial marketing, and Vice Chairman Rod Drake, Southern Company area manager.

Created in 1988, the A DAY for Reinhardt campaign is an annual effort to provide support for Cherokee County students attending Reinhardt university. A DAY helps to fund the university’s Cherokee County Grant Program. This grant gives eligible students the opportunity to receive as much as $8,000 during their four years at the university. Since A DAY’s inception, more than $3 million in Cherokee County grants has been awarded to local deserving students. For more information about A DAY, visit www.reinhardt.edu/advancement. A DAY is expanding their fund-raising efforts with a three-home Tour of Homes planned for April 27-28, 2013 at Hawks Ridge in Ball Ground. A Facebook page has also been created for the campaign. Those interested in becoming a part of A DAY’s online community can go to www.facebook.com/ADAYforReinhardt and “like” the page. if you would like to donate to, volunteer for, or need more information about A DAY for Reinhardt, please contact Barbara Manous, director of annual giving, at (770) 720-5506 or [email protected].

sequoyah Hs Campus Improved By Eagle scoutSequoyah High School senior, Tyler Blackwell, chose a landscaping beautification project at Sequoyah HS for his Eagle Scout project. He had to develop a plan for the front entrance beautification that included materials, timelines and resources and gain approval for the plan from his Boy Scout Troop, 1910. Tyler also is a four-year active member of the school’s swim team and began his Scouting career with Cub Scout Pack 465 of Hickory Flat. Tyler, pictured kneeling at right, recruited assistance for the work day from Andrew Love, Michael Blankinship, DJ Ferguson, Dale Ferguson, Eric Love, Kathryn Jones, John Deel and Colleen Blackwell. Supporters for Tyler’s project included: Tim Jarvis, Trey Daniel, Scotty Blackwell and Troop 1910 leaders, scouts, and family members.

Louise Estabrook

Chairman Mark Goddard (right), Cobb EMC manager - commercial marketing, and Vice Chairman Rod Drake (left), Southern Company area manager.

Halloween is a fun time for families, especially kids. As much fun as trick-or-treating, dressing in costumes, enjoying fall festivals and other activities are, Halloween also brings some safety risks. Here are some tips to consider for kids and adults alike:

Check local listings for fall festivals and “Trunk or Treats” held in retail stores.When trick-or-treating, visit only those houses you know. Do not visit or go into a stranger’s house.Trick-or-treat in small groups. Parents should accompany kids not yet old enough to trick-or-treat on their own.Older kids allowed to go out with friends should agree with their parents on a specific route and timeframe to follow. Call or text periodically to reassure parents that everything and everyone is OK.Remember to take along a flashlight.Look both ways before crossing a street, or cross only at a crosswalk.Big children should look out for little children.

Hold hands when walking from house to house and through neighborhood streets.Do not pull pranks, vandalize property, or harm animals.Be home by curfew. Parents may already be nervous about Halloween, so don’t add to the worry by being late.Select a costume that is fireproof or fire-retardant. Masks should include eye holes that allow good peripheral vision.Make sure the costume fits properly to avoid tripping and falling.Use reflective tape on the outside of your costume for visibility at night.Eat dinner before trick-or-treating so that kids won’t fill up on candy.Inspect candy before eating. Do not eat any candy that is not individually wrapped.

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October Things to do in East Canton

october 6eleCtRonICs ReCyClIng eVentLocation: Trinity Presbyterian Church, 136

Trinity Church Rd., Free Home

Time: 11 a.m. — 3 p.m.

information: Your recycling donation will help

the Tommy Nobis Center to support youth and

adults with disabilities (www.tommynobiscenter.

org). items accepted for free recycling:

computers — including laptops, disk drives,

mice, modems, circuit boards, keyboards,

servers, hubs, routers, calculators, AC

adapters, chargers, surge protectors, electric

motors, games systems, stereos, DVDs and

CD players, MP3 players, speakers, remote

controls, telephones, alarm clocks, toasters,

can openers, wires, cables, switch boxes.

Nothing over 50 pounds will be accepted.

www.trinity-presbyterian-church.org

october 6elm stReet CultuRal aRts VIllage

Costume & IndooR yaRd sale Location: City Center, 8534 Main St.,

Woodstock

Time: 8 a.m. — noon

information: Elm Street Cultural Arts Village

will be hosting a costume, accessory, “funky

clothing” and indoor yard sale. Come find that

really “funky” Halloween costume or that truly

“theatrical” yard sale item. Cash and checks

accepted. Proceeds go toward upgrading the

theater sound system.

www.elmstreetarts.org, (678) 494-4251

october 6Canton FIRst unIted methodIst

ChuRCh “lIFt” (ladIes In FaIth

togetheR) ConFeRenCeLocation: 920 Lower Scott Mill Rd., Canton

Times: Breakfast, 8:30 a.m.

Conference, 9:30 a.m.

Cost: $10

information: Featuring author River Jordan,

october 103Rd annual FIelds oF FaIthLocation: Tommy Baker Field at Cherokee

High School, 930 Marietta

Highway, Canton

Time: 7 — 9 p.m.

information: Don’t miss this inspirational

evening of worship, testimonies, guest

speakers, interpretive dancing, reading the

Bible and coming to a relationship with Jesus

Christ! it WiLL be a great evening! Fields of

Faith is a peer-to-peer event. Students invite

their own classmates and teammates to hear

fellow students share their testimonies, be

challenged to read the Word of God and follow

Jesus Christ. Family event for all ages; all

children, students and youth groups welcome.

For more information, please contact Brandon

Roberts at (678) 232-7488 or brobertsfca@

gmail.com.

october 13Fall oCtobeRFest CelebRatIonLocation: The Lodge at BridgeMill; 10451

Bells Ferry Road, Canton

Time: 10 a.m. — 3 p.m.

“Praying for Strangers” — special music and

devotions, mission opportunities, book signing,

door prizes. Please bring canned goods for

MuST Ministries. For tickets, please contact

Cheryl Mosley at [email protected].

october 63Rd annual VICtoRy Run-5K WalK/Run

& 1 mIle FamIly Fun Run Location: Events begin at BridgeMill park

pavillion

Times: 5K, 8 a.m.

1 Mile Family Fun Run, 9:15 a.m.

information: The event is sponsored by

BridgeMill Athletic Club and the BridgeMill

Sixes Service League. The 5K Walk/Run will

start at 8 a.m. and the 1 mile Family Fun

Run will begin at 9:15 a.m. Please visit www.

bridgemillathleticclub.com or www.bssl.lorg for

registration forms and sponsor information.

Contact the Fitness Center at (770) 345-

2990, [email protected] or jcrawfo1@

amfam.com for information. There will be a DJ,

moonwalk, prizes and local vendors with give-

aways. Please help raise funds for children and

families in Cherokee County.

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information: Vendors galore will be selling

their wares and gifts. Many food vendors will

be featuring German sausage on a skewer

and alcoholic beverages will be available.

Proceeds from the cake walk and hole-in-one

competition will benefit the Volunteer Aging

Council. Enjoy Dixieland music, jugglers and

face painting. Come out to octoberfest. Fun for

all ages! Please call (770) 479-4639 or go to

the facebook page — The Lodge at Bridgemill.

october 16 & 24“tIRed oF yo-yo dIetIng?” PResented

by geoRgIa hyPnotheRaPy assoCIatesLocation: 6478 Putnam Ford Rd.,

Ste. 125, Woodstock

Time: 7 — 8 p.m.

information: Learn about The Virtual

Gastric Band For Weight Loss as seen on

Dr. oz. The presentation is free but requires

advance registration due to limited seating.

Register by emailing date and number of

attendees to GeorgiaHypnotherapy@live.

com or by calling (678) 938-7274. www.

VirtualGastricBandGeorgia.com.

october 18, 19 & 20FRIends oF the lIbRaRy booK saleLocation: Rose Creek Library, 4476 Towne

Lake Parkway, Woodstock

Time: oct. 18, Preview Sale for

members, 4 — 6 p.m.; oct. 19,

10 a.m. — 5 p.m.; oct. 20,

10 a.m. — 4 p.m.

information: Gently used books, DVDs, audio

books, videos and more. Proceeds benefit the

local library system. For more information,

please call (770) 591-1491.

october 25KelleR WIllIams shoRt sale semInaRLocation: 2205 Riverstone Blvd., Ste. 107,

Canton

Time: 6:30 — 7:30 p.m.

information: RSVP to (770) 312-4153 or

[email protected].

november 22the 10th annual gobble JogLocation: Historic Marietta Square

Time: 7 a.m. — Packet pick-up/

Registration — only uNTiMED

Send Us Your

E • V • E • N • T • [email protected]

Yawn’s Books & More Inc. 210 East Main Street, Canton (678) 880-1922 www.yawnsbooks.com

october 13authoRs don & dIane Wells —

“mysteRy oF the tRees” natIVe

ameRICan maRKeRs oF a CultuRe Way

oF lIFe that soon may be gone Time: 11 a.m. — 1 p.m.

information: A 40-minute presentation will be

held, focusing on the trees in the local area.

“Mystery of the Trees” is filled with fascinating

local history. Readers will be interested to find

out about artifacts and sacred sites that are

basically in the backyards of Cherokee County.

october 25 (4th thursday of each month)yaWn’s booK ClubTime: 6 p.m.

information: october book — “A Painted

House”

Studio 101 101 Emma Lane, Suite 110, Woodstock www.artsalliancega.org [email protected]

october 6, 7, 13 & 14gRand oPenIng oF the CommunIty

gaRden Time: 9 a.m. — 6 p.m.

information: Select your spot in the garden

for raising vegetables, herbs, cut flowers,

etc. Drip irrigation will be provided - no daily

watering! u.S. Department of Agriculture, County

Extension plus Master Gardeners will be actively

involved. Tea plants will be offered for sale, with

proceeds supporting the community garden.

october 27FInale to “aRt In natuRe”Time: 10 a.m. — 6 p.m.

information: Age-appropriate pumpkin painting

and carving contest. Prizes for the scariest,

funniest, most creative. Costume parade,

scarecrow making and more.

Chili bowl fundraiser - Purchase chili in a hand-

thrown clay bowl and keep the bowl!

Cherokee Arts Center 94 north Street, Canton (770) 704-6244 [email protected] www.cherokeearts.org

october Classes

John Horne “Life Drawing”

Mondays, october 22 — December 3, 6:30 —

9 p.m., $120 + model fee

John Horne “Teen Drawing”

Saturdays, october 27 — December 8, 12:30

— 2 p.m., $90

Elly’s “Paint Group”

Saturday, october 13, 1 — 5 p.m., $30

november Classes

Heather Lyon’s “Creative Movement and

Dance-Tap Ballet Class”

Wednesdays, November 7 — 28, ages 3-5

4:30 — 5:15 p.m., $52 + registration fee

kim Bates’ “Photography”

Wednesdays, November 7 — 28, 6:30 to

8:30 p.m., $90.00

Gallery: Stellaris Art Show

Reception to be held on November 2 at

6:30 p.m. show November 2 — 9. Gallery

hours: october 12 — 28, Tuesday — Friday

11 a.m. — 5 p.m., Saturdays noon — 5 p.m.

Free Admission.

REGiSTRATioNS; 8 a.m. — 10K;

9:15 a.m. — 1K Run/Walk;

9:30 a.m. — 5K Run/Walk;

10:30 a.m. — Tot Trot

information: For complete details and

registration, please visit www.gobblejog.org.

Benefitting MuST Ministries.


by State Senate Majority Leader Chip Rogers

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Taxed Enough Already

Chip Rogers is the State Senator for District 21. You may contact him by phone at (404) 463-1378 or by e-mail at [email protected].

It’s no secret that Metro Atlanta traffic is bad. Travel just about anywhere in the United States and you will find motorists who relate Atlanta with congestion. Why, then, did the recent ballot referendum aimed at transportation improvements fail so miserably?

Voters rightfully do not trust government. The GA 400 toll is the best example of government not keeping its promises. Some two years after the 400 extension has been paid for in toll fees, the toll continues to be collected. Those of us who clearly remember the promise that toll booths would go away now see it as a shining example of government not keeping its promises. Had the measure come before elected officials, I am fairly certain it would have been done away with—as we must answer to the voters. Unfortunately, the Georgia Department of Transportation (DOT) Board, whose members are not elected by the voters, made the terrible decision to keep collecting the toll.

Bad timing for a tax vote. There never is a good time for a tax increase, but some times are worse than others. In the midst of three years of unemployment near nine percent nationally, an average 40 percent loss in Americans’ wealth since 2008, and a national debt of $16 trillion, asking the taxpayers for more money simply was a bad idea.

Too much transit. The clarion call to solve Atlanta’s traffic congestion was met with a plan that would do little or nothing to improve commute times. Even under the best-case scenario of T-SPLOST supporters, the average commute time would have been improved by one minute each way for the average Atlanta commuter. Considering the estimated $8 billion price tag, voters recognized a bad deal; an $8 billion tax increase for two minutes in commute time-savings each day?

Too much politics. The ultimate project list appeared to be the “wish list” of local elected officials who created it. No one honestly viewed the Atlanta beltline as a legitimate traffic relief project. Proposed transit to the Cumberland Mall area ate up almost the entire budget for Cobb County and yet 95 percent of Cobb residents would have no real use for the Cumberland project. The vote was a catastrophe for the financial supporters who poured almost $10 million into promoting the T-SPLOST. This is especially true when one considers the opponents spent less than $100,000 in opposition.

The moral of this story is fairly simple. You can’t fool the voters with a bad idea.

I am fairly certain that everyone in Metro Atlanta wants traffic relief. However, like all government spending, it should be done with a true cost-benefit analysis. Simply stating we need to “untie” Atlanta is not good enough.

We need to start by identifying the 20 most-congested roadways in the metropolitan area and devote resources to those projects until they are complete. We should privatize the Georgia Department of Transportation. Almost every function it performs can be better done in private industry. Those DOT Board members who failed to remove the GA 400 toll should be held accountable. Breaking the trust of Georgia voters harms all of us in the long run. Finally, we must remind every level of government to live within the resources it has. We do not need to extract more from private citizens to grow the public sector. After all, we are Taxed Enough Already!

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We do not need to extract more from private citizens to grow the public sector.

after all, we are taxed enough already!

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sCHOOLCCHs Welcome new sTEM studentsNine new students were accepted into the STEM program for the class of 2016 at Cherokee Christian High School (CCHS). CCHS STEM students participate in a rigorous program of study, including courses in engineering, robotics, various sciences, technology and more. Students graduating from the CCHS STEM program are more than prepared to enter advanced studies at the undergraduate-level degree programs at various colleges.

Front row (left to right): Julia Morrow, Olya Stang, Jana Pomerantz, STEM Department Chairman Mr. David Jennings. Back row: Parker Harris, Joshua Bishop, Josh Horne, Matt Lowers, and Reeves Ostrowidzki.

Dean Rusk student Wins Georgia Optimist Oratorical ContestDean Rusk Middle School eighth grader, John Haas, won the Georgia optimist oratorical Contest held this summer in Macon. John, the son of John and Katrina Haas of Woodstock, wrote and presented an original speech entitled “How My optimism Helps Me overcome obstacles.” He competed and won in his language arts classroom, at the school level at Dean Rusk MS, at the Zone Contest held in Canton, at the Area Contest in Cumming, and, finally, at the State Contest. He competed with elementary, middle school and high school students from across Georgia. The optimist international oratorical Contests are held nationwide each year. John was sponsored by the local Woodstock-Midday optimist Club.

senator Rogers Visits CCa for Induction of student GovernmentSenator Chip Rogers visited Cherokee Charter Academy (CCA) during the induction of its first student body president, Madison Faulkner; vice president, Camryn Mullin; and school representatives. “Last year we had student government representatives but the students wanted SGA to be more traditional, so this year we added officers,” said Lily McFalls, the Student Government Associations (SGA) teacher co-sponsor. Senator Rogers offered words of wisdom to the students during the inauguration ceremony about the responsibility of their duties and the importance of leadership.

Front to back (left to right): Collin Martin, Micah North, Matthew Sykes, Demetrius McCants, Morgan Marlow, Carlie Ingham, Athan Ribley, Sadie Okray, Jennifer Williams, Lily McFalls, Vanessa Suarez, Zachary Forrester, Camryn Mullin, Meg Ingham, Jordyn Ross, Jordan Butler, Stephanie Evans, Madison Faulkner, Madi Sykes, Jaxson Cromwell, Senator Chip Rogers, Darla Willis. Not pictured: Mariah Johnson.

Macedonia students Kick Off the Football seasonGina Mickler’s class at Macedonia Elementary School celebrated the kickoff of college football season with a day of football-themed lessons that included creating a pictograph of their favorite teams.

Gina Mickler’s class

John Haas is presented his district award by Maureen Walker, who coordinates the Oratorical contest for the Woodstock-Midday Optimist Club.


Charter & Private SchoolsAntioch Christian Preschool (770) 475-8553

Brenwood Academy (770) 704--4925, www.brenwoodacademy.com

Cherokee Charter Academy (678) 385--7322, www.cherokeecharter.org

Cherokee Christian Academy and High School(678) 494-5464, www.cherokeechristian.org

Children’s Academy of Hickory Flat (770) 345-2929, www.cahf314.com

Community Christian School (770) 479-9535, www.ccscanton.org

Compass Prep Academy (404) 643-9424, www.compassprep.org Dogwood Hills Academy (770) 345-3220, www.dogwoodhillsacademy.com

Hickory Flat UMC Preschool and kindergarten(770) 345-9354, www.hickoryflat.org

Legacy Home School Academy(678) 493-8584, www.legacyhsa.com Messiah Christian Academy (770) 479-5280 www.messiahchristianacademy.org

Woodstock International School(678) 977-6501 www.woodstockinternationalschool.org

Mission Point Christian Academy(678) 880-1345, www.fbccanton.org

The Carpenter’s Shop Christian Preschool (770) 720-2333, www.thecarpentershopcanton.com

Union Hill UMC Preschool(678) 297-0550, www.unionhillumc.org

Public Schools

Avery Elementary School6391 East Cherokee Drive Canton, GA 30115(770) 479-6200Principal: Dr. Pam Spencer

Ball Ground Elementary School480 old Canton RoadBall Ground, GA 30107(770) 735-3366Principal: Mr. Doug Knott

Creekland Middle School1555 owens Store RoadCanton, GA 30115(770) 479-3200Principal: Dr. Deborah Wiseman

Creekview High School1550 owens Store RoadCanton, GA 30115(770) 720-7600Principal: Dr. Adrian Thomason

ACE Academy3921 Holly Springs ParkwayHolly Springs, GA 30142(770) 345-2005Principal: Mr. Richard Landolt

Dean Rusk Middle School4695 Hickory RoadCanton, GA 30115(770) 345-2832Principal: Ms. Cindy Cooper

Free Home Elementary School12525 Cumming HighwayCanton, GA 30115(770) 887-5738Principal: Ms. Karen Carl

Hickory Flat Elementary School2755 East Cherokee DriveCanton, GA 30115(770) 345-6841Principal: Dr. Keith ingram

Holly Springs Elementary School1965 Hickory RoadCanton, GA 30115(770) 345-5035Principal: Dr. Dianne Steinbeck

Indian knoll Elementary School3635 univeter RoadCanton, GA 30115Principal: Ms. Ann Gazell

Macedonia Elementary School10370 East Cherokee DriveCanton, GA 30115(770) 479-3429Principal: Ms. Tammy Castleberry

Sequoyah High School4485 Hickory RoadCanton, GA 30115(770) 345-1474Principal: Mr. Elliott Berman

Local Colleges & Universities

kennesaw State University(770) 423-6000, www.kennesaw.edu

Chattahoochee Technical College(770) 528-4545, www.chattahoocheetech.edu

Reinhardt University(770) 720-5600, www.reinhardt.edu

2012 — 2013 Calendar at a Glance

Cafeteria account information: www.mealpayplus.com

Parent Connect: https://pcxp.cherokee.k12.ga.us

Cherokee County School District Website: www.cherokee.k12.ga.us (770) 479-1871

sCHOOL

november 6 Furlough Day

november 19-23 School Holiday

December 21 Furlough Day

December 24-January 4 School Holiday


ball ground l hickory Flat l R.t. JonesLIBRaRYoctoberEventsoctober 8, 6:30 p.m., R.t. Jones memorial libraryAmerican Girl: kirsten PartyGirls between the ages of 8 and 13 years are invited to attend a party celebrating our friend, American Girl Kirsten. The girls are invited (but not required) to dress up and bring their 18-inch doll to experience the life, times and history of an 1854 Swedish immigrant. Learn about her life. Enjoy Kirsten-inspired food, drink and crafts. Space is limited and registration is required. To register for the R. T. Jones program, please call (770) 479-3090, ext. 233. For the Woodstock program, please call (770) 926-5859.

october 13, 10 a.m., hickory Flat Public libraryMaster Gardeners: Fruit & Berry GardeningLearn how to add and care for edible plants in your landscape. Master Gardener programs are free of charge, unless otherwise noted. Limited seating, registration is encouraged. To register, please call the Extension office, (770) 479-0418, email: [email protected], fax information to (770) 479-0565, or visit the Master Gardener website at www.caes.uga.edu/extension/cherokee/.

Tail Waggin’ Tutors and READing PawsThese 10-15 minute programs encourage children to read by providing a non-judgmental furry listener who won’t laugh if they make a mistake or stumble over a word. Children begin to associate reading with the dog and start to view the activity in a positive light. Parents can register their child two weeks ahead for one session by calling the corresponding library. Children are asked to select their own reading material before their scheduled time.

ball ground Public libraryoctober 12 & 26, 4:30 p.m.

hickory Flat Public libraryoctober 3, 10, 17 & 24, 4:30 p.m.

R. t. Jones memorial libraryoctober 1 & 15, 4:30 p.m.

if you find the hidden picture, be the first to email: [email protected]

Only emailed answers will be accepted.Contest participants are able to win

one time per calendar year.

Find the hidden pictureTricia Garner was our winner for September’s contest corner. Tricia has won a gift card to Starbucks. Congratulations!

Week of October 15: “Mo” Books!

Week of October 22: Play Ball!

Week of October 29: Later, Gator!

Ball Ground Public LibraryFamily Story Time — Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

Hickory Flat Public LibraryFamily Story Times — Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m.

R.T. Jones Memorial LibraryFamily Story Times — Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m.Lapsit Story Times — Wednesdays, 10:30 & 11:30 a.m.

Ball Ground Public Library 435 old Canton Road — (770) 735-2025

m,W,th & F: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. tues: 12 – 8 p.m. sat: CLoSED sun: 2 – 6 p.m.

Hickory Flat Public Library 2740 E. Cherokee Drive — (770) 345-7565

m,t & th: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wed: 12 – 8 p.m. Fri: 1 – 5 p.m. sat: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. sun: CLoSED

R.T. Jones Memorial Library116 Brown industrial Parkway — (770) 479-3090

mon: 12 – 8 p.m. t,W & th: 10 – 6 p.m. Fri: 1 – 5 p.m. sat: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. sun: CLoSED

Sequoyah Regional Library System

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sPORTsadidas Phenom Invites Creekland athleteWeber Sandlin, a local athlete from Creekland Middle School, was asked to attend the Adidas Phenom invitational Camp, the final basketball camp of the year. Adidas offers Regional camps all across the country all year long and based on the athlete’s performance, they earn an invitation to attend the Phenom 150 invitation in San Diego, CA. only the top middle school players are invited. The camp consisted of 120 invites to the top 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. The players are randomly put onto a team for the weekend. Weber’s team went 5-0, and won King of the Court. Weber played the point guard. He made 16 3-point shots over the five-game stretch. He was one of the 8th graders recognized for the Sportsmanship and Hustle award, which is quite an honor. He will be featured on the Adidas website and was interviewed by youth1 sports website. The final rankings for all the players was done by Clark Francis, one of the scouts who selects players for the McDonald’s all-star team. His website is www.hoopscooponline.com.

CHs Honored With sportsmanship awardCherokee High School has been named the 5AAAAA Georgia High School Association (GHSA) Cooperative Spirit Sportsmanship award winner for 2012. Georgia Electric Membership Corporation (Georgia EMC) sponsors the award, which honors schools that demonstrated exemplary sportsmanship during the 2011-12 school year. Since 2006, the GHSA and Georgia’s EMCs have sponsored the Cooperative Spirit Sportsmanship award, which reinforces the GHSA philosophy: “Students, athletes, coaches, spectators and all others associated with high school activities programs should adhere to the fundamental values of respect, fairness, honesty and responsibility.”

CCsD athletic Programs Offering ImPaCT Concussion TestingNew for the 2012-13 school year, Cherokee County School District high school athletic programs are offering baseline imPACT™ concussion testing for all high school athletes with the goal of improving the diagnosis and management of concussions. The

program, sponsored by Northside Hospital-Cherokee, is used by the majority of NCAA and professional sports teams and is expected to help doctors manage concussion cases. All high school athletes are eligible for the testing. imPACT™ stands for immediate Post-concussive Assessment and Cognitive Testing.

From left, front row: Jacob Crawley, Tunde Ayinla, Northside Hospital-Cherokee CEO Billy Hayes, Cherokee County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Frank Petruzielo, Cody Parker and Nick Ragsdale; and back row: Garrett Seckler, Talley Redmond, Isaac Grundy, Armony Parker and Willie Cyrus.

sHs Varsity Competition Cheer Wins Tiger Cheer ClassicThe Sequoyah High School Varsity Competition Cheer squad won first place at the Tiger Cheer Classic held recently. The squad is made up of nine freshmen, six sophomores and three juniors, and trained over the summer to prepare for competitions. The team trains at Georgia All-stars in Roswell and has worked with lay coach, Jacob Lewis, since the beginning of the school year. Veronica Blayton is the head coach and teaches u.S. History and Sociology at Sequoyah HS.

Front row (left to right): Savannah Stewart, Savanna Dagel; second row: Brooke Seabolt, Ashley Johnson, Sydney Tully, Caitlin Mason, Kayla Wallace and Cassidy Downs. Back row: Jessica Hill, Aleah Johnson, Erin Wehunt, Rosemary Guilford, Emily Zimmerman, Alyssa Turner, Tiffany Podany, Kaitlyn Brandon and Lauren Turman. Not pictured: Kara Nester.

Weekends through November 11Cagle’s Family Farm — Fall Fun

at the FarmLocation: 355 Stringer Rd., Canton,

Hickory Flat CommunityInformation: Corn Maize, Ag. Venture farm tours, bonfire hayrides, haunted barn, jumpee pillow, farm food and more! Prices and times vary per activity. (770) 345-5591, www.

CaglesFamilyFarm.com

Weekends through October 28apple piCkin’ Jubilee

at hillCrest OrChardsLocation: 9696 Hwy. 52 E., Ellijay

Time: 9 a.m. — 6 p.m.Information: U-Pic Apple Festival

features wagon rides, petting farm, pig races, cow milking, moonshine museum, playground, jumping pillow, pedal cart rides, great fair food, bakery live entertainment & a large farm market. (706) 273-3838. $6 admission, $3 petting farm admission. www.HillcrestOrchards.net

Every Day in October, Every Weekend in November (through November 18)unCle shuCk’s COrn maze

& pumpkin patCh“husks OF hOrrOr”

haunted maze every Friday and

saturday in OCtOberLocation: 4525 Hwy. 53 East,

DawsonvilleInformation: Three intricate pathways and two bridges

make up the corn maze, which occupies a 12-acre field adjacent to the Etowah River. The trails measure close to five miles in length. Returning on the festival grounds will be the popular Kiddie CORNer. This free activity area includes Tire Mountain, Tower Goat Walk, Soybean Maze and the picnic pavillion. The tractor-drawn hayrides feature a new 60-passenger wagon complete with wood benches and hay bales. Additional fee-based activities include the Corn Cannon, bonfire area (weekends), festival food vendors (weekends), and Pumpkin Patch (October). Every weekend in October there will also be pony rides and face painting for children. Admission to the corn maze continues to be $10 for anyone five years old and older; maze admission is free for children four and under. The tractor-drawn hay rides along the Etowah River, which include access to the bonfire area, are $5 per person. The Cob Combo is a ticket for $13, which includes admission to the maze and the hay ride. Uncle Shuck’s Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch is located only 40 minutes from metro Atlanta, just two miles west from the North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall on Georgia Highway 53. For more information, visit www.uncleshucks.com, or follow the progress of the maze on Facebook.

October 6autumn Fest in hOlly springsLocation: Barrett Memorial Park, Holly

SpringsTime: 10 a.m. — 5 p.m.Information: A celebration filled with fun and excitement for the entire family featuring children’s games, excellent food, community organization booths, arts and crafts, petting zoo, live music and much more! www.HollySpringsGa.us

October 6gOOd shepherd lutheran ChurCh 7th annual Free COmmunity

Fall FairLocation: 1208 Rose Creek Drive, at the

intersection of Eagle Drive in the Towne Lake area of Woodstock

Time: 10 a.m. — 4 p.m.Information: A free, fun-filled day for the entire family! There will be free games and activities for children such as a rock climbing wall, inflatables, a cake walk, face paintingand much more! Translucent, a local Christian band will perform as well as GSLC’s own musicians. A new addition to the entertainment is iThink, an improvisation group from Elm Street Cultural Arts Center. Hot dogs and chili will be available for purchase as will food from The Butcher’s Block. And be sure to check out the homemade baked goods at the bake sale or get a great bargain at the silent auction. Don’t miss the popular used DVD and book sale! Organizations that will benefit from proceeds raised from this event are Cherokee County Family Violence Center and Give-A-Kid-A-Chance. For more information, please contact the church office at (770) 924-7286.

October 6harvest Fest hOsted by

trinity presbyterian ChurChLocation: 1136 Trinity Church Road,

Canton, in the Free Home community between Arbor Hill Rd. & Hwy. 372 (Free Home Rd.)

Time: 11 — 3 p.m.Information: There will be games, live music, a bounce house, horse rides, BBQ, and hot dogs, all for the community. There will also be a gently used book sale. Some vendors and fire and safety service personnel are scheduled to be present. Food and games are complimentary. Any proceeds from donations will go to Mother’s Cupboard Food Pantry. A recycling center will also be available to accept your old electronics. (678) 493-6955, www.trinity-presbyterian-church.org

October 1112th annual taste OF CantOn,

dOwntOwn CantOnTime: 5 — 8 p.m.Information: Come sample a variety of culinary tastes from local Canton restaurants. (770) 704-1548, www.cantonhdl.com


October 13mOvies in brOwn park, dOwntOwn CantOn

iCe age 4: COntinental driFtTime: 7 p.m.

October 19 — 20, 26 — 27 ghOst tales & trails Location: City Center — 8534 Main

Street, Woodstock Time: 6 — 10 p.m. Information: Hear spooky tales based on Woodstock’s history, culminating with a delightfully comic staging of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” $11 Adults, $6 ages 12 and under purchased in advance online. $13 and $8 at the door. (678) 494-4251, www.elmstreetarts.org

October 19 — 20, 26 — 27 hallOween hikesLocation: Chattahoochee Nature Center

9135 Willeo Road, RoswellTime: 7 — 10 p.m.Information: Experience the mystery of a half-mile guided night hike through the lighted woodland trails, where you’ll meet friendly costumed forest creatures who will delight you with their dramatic antics. Join CNC for an evening of music, games, crafts, Halloween face paintings, fun activities, and refreshments available for purchase. Kids are encouraged to wear a costume and have their photo taken with CNC’s roaming characters. (770) 992-2055 x236, www.chattnaturecenter.org

October 20maCedOnia elementary sChOOl Fall Festival — maCedOnia

rOund-upTime: 5 — 8 p.m.Information: Bring the whole family! The Round-Up will be held on the Macedonia baseball fields and will feature lots of fun for the whole family including obstacle course, inflatables, games, cake walk, sack races, vendors, food and lots of fun! Admission at the gate is $7 per child and includes all the games and activities, adults are free! Come

join in celebrating our community and have some fun Y’all! For additional information or for information on how to become a vendor at the Macedonia Round-Up, please contact Amy Cantrell at [email protected].

October 20 (rain date October 27)hay day 2012 — prOCeeds gO tO

www.savethehOrses.OrgLocation: 1768 Newt Green Road,

CummingTime: 11:30 a.m. — 4 p.m.Information: Fall fun for the whole family! Pony rides, hay rides, petting zoo, face painting, crafts, games, cake walk, plate lunches, raffles, baked goods, vendors and more! Free parking and admission. Donate a bale of hay to the rescue; available for purchase at the event. (770) 886-5419, www.savethehorses.org

October 27the great pumpkin Festival,

dOwntOwn CantOnTime: 1 — 4 p.m.Information: Trick or treating with the merchants, music, bounce house, games, vendors and hayrides. (770) 704-1548, www.cantonhdl.com

October 31kidsFest

dOwntOwn wOOdstOCkLocation: Woodstock City ParkTime: 3 — 7 p.m.Information: Just treats, no tricks for costumed kiddies. Moonwalks, apple bobbing, face painting, candy give-away and more. (770) 517-6788, www.WoodstockGA.gov

October 31annual Fall Festival hOsted by

wOOdstOCk Christian ChurChLocation: 7700 Highway 92, WoodstockTime: 6:30 — 8:30 p.m. Information: The community is invited for food, games, inflatables, face painting, music,

and an amazing amount of candy all provided in a safe and warm, family environment. EVERYTHING is FREE for children 12 & under! Food plates are $3 per teen/adult (13 & over). (770) 926-8238, www.woodstockchristian.org

November 3tC COuntry’s 7th annual

OktOberFest partyTime: 11 a.m. — 4 p.m. Location: 100 Heritage Town Parkway

in Canton, directly off SR 20 in the Macedonia Community

Information: Product vendors will be set up with special deals and free samples of their products (Resaca Sun Feeds, ADM, Weruva, Earthborn Holistics, Precise, Doggie Dressings, Nature’s Variety and more) as well as informational booths from local groups, including the Cherokee County Extension Office. There will be door prizes as well as a raffle. No Oktoberfest is complete without German delicacies: free German food, including Bratwurst, Red Cabbage, German Potato Salad, Sauerkraut and more. German specialty items (such as Lebkuchen, a variety of German Chocolates, Brandy Beans & Marzipan) will also be available for purchase. All are welcome. (770) 479-8926


Those were just some of the questions our delegation had when we accepted an invitation from Rod Drake, the Georgia Power Area Manager in Cherokee, to visit Plant Vogtle and find out for ourselves.

Utilizing the world’s largest crane to lift materials as heavy as 1,000 tons and components manufactured on location into the new sites of units 3 and 4, the construction appears to be progressing on time. A review of the cash flows and budgeting confirms this.

Watching thousands of 1¾” thick steel plates being welded together to create the “skeleton” of the

containment vessel bottom head, knowing final alignment of this gigantic bowl shaped structure must be less that th of an inch, overwhelms you with the complexity, accuracy and dedication of the engineers and steelworkers working together. Then the containment vessel, along with the reactor and other supporting systems, will be placed into the nuclear island that has a foundation extending down 90’ into bed rock and will tower more than 225’ above the surrounding facilities.

a VIEW FROM THE HILL

Where is All our Money Going?

By passing the “Georgia Nuclear Energy Financing Act” several years ago, the legislature allowed Georgia Power the ability to include a small fee in its monthly bill that would be used to help reduce the tremendous cost of financing such a large project — thereby increasing the savings by $300 million dollars more than originally projected. The rate increase was to have been about 12%. However, because of the lower cost of nuclear fuel compared to other forms of generation, we also expect customers’ total rates to be 2-4% lower than they would otherwise be without the new facility in service. This might well result in the final increase being as low as 5%, rather than the originally projected 12% — producing a significant savings for customers for years to come. The first unit is on schedule to be completed by 2016, with the other to follow in 2017.

While much of what we saw at the site is restricted information for security purposes, you may go onto the public site, www.southerncompany.com/nuclearenergy to see amazing pictures of the construction, as well as renderings of the completed project and the impact it will have on the future of clean — green — electrical generation for much of Georgia.

Should you have any additional questions, please contact my office at (404) 565-0129 or email [email protected]. It is my humble honor and pleasure to serve you in this, the new 22nd Legislative District of Georgia.

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Lately, I’ve been thinking I should purchase a billboard.It would need to be on a well-traveled road in Cherokee County and possibly be illuminated after dark. It would be preferable if it could be an electronic billboard, so it could be updated remotely at a moment’s notice. Maybe it could even have a date/time stamp so passersby would know how current the information really is. By this time, you’re certainly asking yourself why I would even think about doing something this crazy! The answer is…to get the facts out to as many people as possible.

It seems that every time I turn around, someone is spouting off incorrect information about our school district. For example, how many times have you heard the statement: “Georgia is 47th in education?” It’s not true. Georgia is 47th in the ranking for SAT scores by state. The largest contributing factor is that about 85% of our students take the SAT, as compared to 5% in the leading states. Georgia actually ranks 7th in education in the U.S., according to a study by Education Week, which ranked public school systems based on 129 factors.

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Janet Read is the Board Chairperson and Representative for Post 4 for the Cherokee County School Board. Janet may be reached by e-mail at [email protected].

Or how often have you heard the statement: “What’s so special about these new Academies?” If I had a billboard, I’d post the dates of the Expos that every Cherokee Academy is hosting to showcase its new programs, which offer real choices for unique academic options. I could also post photographs from the first Expo at Oak Grove Fine Arts Academy, where all of its 500-plus students participated! Don’t forget the incorrect statement as to “how poorly our high schools are faring.” That would be countered with the actual results of the Advanced Placement (AP) exams for 2011-12. More than 2,200 AP exams were taken countywide from the 22 courses offered. A record 78% of those exams were scored at a 3, 4 or 5, which translates to course credit at colleges and universities. That’s an impressive fact that would look great on a billboard.

I’m sure you’ve heard the incorrect statement concerning “high overhead” at the school district’s central office. I’d post on a billboard the independent study results (from the AJC) that show our school district is 9th lowest in these costs per student statewide and lowest in metro Atlanta. If the billboard was large enough, I’d also post the organization chart with the multiple open positions to verify, once again, how our district continues to do more with less.

Please remember I’m only an email or phone call away. Though I may not have all the facts, I usually know where to find them. Besides, it will save you from having to look at another billboard!

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According to Reid Trego, executive director of Huntington Learning Center in Woodstock, one of the most difficult periods for parents and kids alike is 4th-8th grade. Schoolwork and homework become much more intensive as students transition from elementary to middle school, and from middle to high school. As students get older, teachers typically have higher expectations and may take a stricter approach than the students are accustomed—putting more responsibility on students to take notes in class, work independently, keep up with their homework, and stay aware of upcoming test dates. “It can be overwhelming even to students who have always performed well—but especially to students who already struggle academically,” he says.

Huntington Learning Center offers custom programs designed to help 4th-8th grade students identify and overcome their individual learning gaps, based on Huntington’s Academic Evaluation. Trego has found that many students who seek help from Huntington struggle with similar issues: lack of organization, incomplete class notes and homework, and inconsistent study times. “Schedule, structure and predictability are critical to students’ academic success,” he says. “If even one of these elements is lacking, students’ performance can suffer.”

Typically, students come into Huntington two or three times a week for an hour or two each session. Huntington also can partner with parents and schools to help track students’ assignments, important test dates and academic progress. “But the real goal,” Trego says, “is to help students build the proper study skills so that they become motivated by their own success.”

Huntington Learning Center6244 Old Highway 5, Woodstock

Phone (678) 445-1515

• Does not do his/her best

• Refuses to do homework

• Fails to bring homework home

• Takes all night to complete assignments

• Won’t do homework on his/her own

• Waits until last minute to do homework

• Won’t do homework if parents aren’t home

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While all squash contains enormous health benefits, winter squash has a long shelf life making it perfect to toss into recipes all winter long. My personal favorite is butternut squash although there are many to choose from. The winter squashes include turban, hubbard, acorn, butternut and of course the one that sports a crooked smile this time of year—the pumpkin. Squash is great baked, boiled, grilled, steamed, with recipes ranging from soups and salads to casseroles and pies. The seeds from winter squash make great snacks. Simply scoop the pulp and seeds from inside the squash and separate out the seeds. Place the seeds on a cookie sheet and lightly roast them. Roasting at shorter times and lower temperature will help preserve the healthy oils similar to those found in olive oil. Try 160-170°F in the oven for 15-20 minutes. Squash consistently shows up as one of the 12 foods containing pesticide residues; therefore, to protect you and your family, you should always buy organic squash, which uses no pesticides.

One of the best benefits of eating squash is that it helps fight diseases. Winter squash has always been recognized as an important source of carotenoids, but recent studies show that it is also packed full of antioxidants and heart healthy omega 3 fatty acids. The anti-inflammatory benefits of winter squash make it an excellent food for arthritis sufferers. Copper found in squash has been shown to lessen the pain of rheumatoid arthritis. Its anti-inflammatory benefits also help asthma.

The fiber found in squash protects against colon cancer and the folate found in winter squash seems to have a strong correlation to a decreased risk of colon cancer. Folate also protects against birth defects and keeps blood vessels healthy which helps prevent heart attacks.

Winter squash contains ½ of the daily value of vitamin C in one cup. Winter squash contains vitamin A too. Researchers have found that a vitamin A deficiency caused by a carcinogen in cigarette smoke can lead to the debilitating disease of emphysema. Winter squash contains high levels of vitamin A that can protect you. People who eat foods high in carotenoids, vitamin A and folate show a decreased incidence of lung cancer. This may be why some smokers don’t get lung cancer while others do. Researchers are also looking to the properties found in squash to reduce prostate and breast cancer.

We often think of starchy foods as bad. However, the starches found in winter squash actually have anti-diabetic and insulin-

Kellie Baxter B.S., D.C. specializes in chiropractic, sports injuries and nutrition. For more information, please call the office at (770) 345-1111 or visit www.BaxterChiro.com.

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by Dr. Monika Yadav

10:30 p.m. Goodnight!

2:49 a.m. Good Morning? Really? Actually, I know it’s not going to be as good of a morning or entire day for that matter, because I didn’t get my much needed six hours of sleep. Occasionally, I suffer from sleep deprivation—and that term is relative because my father always performs on target with only four hours of sleep while my mother needs at least eight hours to maintain her usual “Mary Poppins” cheerful attitude. But, studies have shown that on average adults need at least four hours of concentrated sleep in order to function normally. Other studies, as well as what I see continually in my office, indicate that 30 percent of Americans are suffering from chronic insomnia. So, if you’re up before the break of dawn and reading this article, chances are that a few of your neighbors are awake already as well.

Sleep is really not given the respect it deserves in this country. Although born and raised in America, I have travelled immensely all over the world and have observed different cultural attitudes about sleep. Once while in Spain with my sister, we begrudgingly waited two hours after lunch for a major bank to re-open because it is customary for businesses to shut down for an afternoon siesta. In India, major towns don’t begin to bustle until 11 a.m., after people have leisurely awakened and have eaten a hearty breakfast. I somewhat understand the pressures of being the most powerful country in the world and what it takes to maintain the status—but, come on now, let’s remember to stop and smell the roses, breathe, stretch, SLEEP… I stress this point because danger lurks with insomnia.

Insomnia is defined as difficulty initiating sleep or maintaining sleep, waking up too early, or experiencing sleep that is chronically poor in quality. There are a myriad of consequences that arise from insomnia. These include short-term memory loss; depression; irritable mood; decreased energy; low libido; respiratory problems; increased blood pressure; depressed immunity; increased appetite and obesity; chronic headaches and GI symptoms; increased incidents of crashes and workplace errors; continuous anxiety about not being able to sleep well; and an overall poorer quality of life in general. So it comes as no surprise that there is an increased mortality rate in those who don’t get at least four hours of concentrated sleep each night.

Other things can cause sleep deprivation, such as medical conditions; psychiatric issues; neurologic diseases; sleep

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Dr. Monika S Yadav is a board-certified physician in internal Medicine who practices at 684 Sixes Road in Holly Springs at Prestige Primary Care (PrestigePrimaryCare.com). For appointments call (678) 494-9669.

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Myth 1: Diseases had already begun to disappear before vaccines were introduced secondary to better hygiene, sanitation, nutrition and medical care like antibiotics. Absolutely true statement however the implication is that vaccines are not needed, and that is simply not true. When I started medical school, meningitis, an infection around the brain, was a lot bigger threat than it is today. One reason for that reduction of risk is the HIB vaccine. I started medical school in the 1990s and as a student I hopefully saw the last case of HIB meningitis that I will ever see. Rates of HIB meningitis were approximately 25,000 cases/year and have fallen by 85-90 percent since vaccine introduction. Chickenpox vaccine introduced in 1995 has resulted in a reduction of chickenpox by 75-85 percent or four million cases per year. Neither hygiene, sanitation nor nutrition has improved substantially since 1990. If this myth were true the rates of these diseases would have declined dramatically prior to

by Dr. Vicki Knight-Mathis

TO VaCCInaTE ORNot To Vaccinate?

Dr. Vicki Knight-Mathis is a graduate of the Medical College of Georgia and has practiced in the pediatric field for more than 17 years. 2920 Marietta Highway, Suite 142, Canton (770) 704-0057, www.dvpediatrics.com

Commonly held myths about vaccines and vaccine preventable diseases


vaccine development. Additionally, we have experience from three other industrialized countries that let their vaccination rates drop for pertussis in the 1970s secondary to concern about vaccine safety. Within four years an epidemic of pertussis occurred in each country. Declining vaccination rates will result in a return to pre-vaccination rates of disease and previously avoided complications and deaths.

So then what’s up with the pertussis epidemic?Since mid-2011 there has been an increase in the number of pertussis, or whooping cough, cases reported in many states. As of July 20, 2012 nearly 18,000 cases of pertussis have been reported to the CDC this year which is more than double the number of cases from the same time last year. Whooping cough or the “90 day cough” is a serious disease that has been most common in infants less than one year of age, adolescents and adults. Over 50 percent of infants will certainly require hospitalization. Coughing for 90 or more days is not much fun either. This has lead to a recommendation for a booster vaccine for adults and adolescents in 2006. It is often given in combination with the “old tetanus shot.” We believe this rise may be secondary to a more rapid decline in immunity after changing the vaccine in 1997. The vaccine was changed secondary to concerns about safety, predominately high fever,

There has been a changing of the guard at the dental office of James A. Uhlin, D.D.S. After over 20 years of caring for the Canton community’s dental needs, Dr. Uhlin made the decision to retire. In order to ensure that the quality of care that he has provided to his patients for so many years would go uninterrupted, Dr. Uhlin spent countless hours locating

a highly qualified dentist with years of experience that would be the perfect fit. William B. Klausmeyer, D.D.S, P.C. is pleased to take over right where Dr. Uhlin left off — providing superior dentistry with a personal touch.

Dr. Klausmeyer is a graduate of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. Born in Illinois, he moved to Michigan early in life and spent most of his childhood there. He also spent a few years in Arlington, Virginia. While attending the University of Michigan, Dr. Klausmeyer won the William Branstrom award signifying his placement in the top five percent of his freshman class and was also perennially on the Dean’s List. After spending many years in the north, Dr. Klausmeyer relocated and opened a practice in sunny Florida. Port St. Lucie was an up and coming area and his dental practice grew rapidly. His office’s hours increased to meet the needs of the community and he quickly decided to take on a partner in the practice. When the timing was right, Dr. Klausmeyer sold his practice to his partner and in 2008, he moved to Georgia. He then began his journey to find the right dental practice to purchase in the suburbs of Atlanta. In the interim, Dr. Klausmeyer periodically assisted in other dental offices, taking over the dental practices when the dentist needed support. He also worked closely with other dentists in dental office development. During this time, Dr. Klausmeyer made connections in the community. He even worked with Roswell Mayor Jere Wood on his campaign. Once he met Dr. Uhlin and learned of his history in the area and the success and connection that he had in the Cherokee community, Dr. Klausmeyer knew that he wanted to settle down and create Canton Heights Dental.

Canton Heights Dental is located in a quaint little house conveniently located just off of Marietta Highway in Canton. The office is a “home that was converted to a dental office and has a quiet, almost residential feel,” noted Dr. Klausmeyer. It is a very comfortable environment with all of the same familiar faces. Dr. Klausmeyer is very pleased that all of Dr. Uhlin’s friendly staff has stayed through the transition, making the changeover seamless for current patients as well as welcoming to new ones. In addition, Michelle Stapleton has joined the team as the Office

William Klausmeyer, DDS, PC


Manager. Dr. Uhlin and Dr. Klausmeyer stay in contact in order to ensure a smooth transition and continue to offer the same high level of care the patients have come to know and expect.

Dr. Klausmeyer’s philosophy for patient care follows the Golden Rule. “My feeling with respect to patient care is that it is very understandable to be anxious,” said Dr. Klausmeyer. “I don’t believe in dictating to people what they have to do. I believe in presenting treatment options and educating my patients on their options in order to allow my patients to maintain the decision process. I am very conscious of my patients’ time and money and I am very particular about their results.” In a non-judgmental manner, Dr. Klausmeyer educates his patients, helping them to be aware of all of their options for top-quality dental care. “I try to keep people enrolled in their own health decisions.” At Canton Heights Dental, the staff pursues ongoing education to stay up-to-date on latest trends and advancements in dentistry. The process is underway to update technology as well as furnishings in the office to continue to provide a superior patient dental experience. One area is offering digital imaging which provides a much more accurate way to diagnosis problems and cut down on the amount of radiation. This type of imaging also allows easier communication with specialists.

Dr. Klausmeyer is forward thinking in regards to the latest office technology as well as in the way he stays connected with his patients. “Like” Canton Heights Dental on facebook; visit their new website at www.CantonHeightsDental.com. Personable, fun-loving with a great sense of humor — Dr. Klausmeyer seeks to make your dental visit as comfortable as possible. He invites you to “stop in and take a look.” While you’re visiting, don’t forget to say “hi” to their office dog, Sky, a newly adopted Husky. You may also find yourself in a conversation about running, biking, hiking or kayaking — Dr. Klausmeyer enjoys the great outdoors. Whether you are a current patient or someone seeking a new dentist, Canton Heights Dental offers superior dentistry with a personal touch.

Dental Services• Bonding

• Crowns and Bridges

• Specialty Dentures

• Cosmetic Fillings

• Implant Restorations

• Veneers

• Whitening

• Sealants

• Root Canal Therapy

• Extractions

• Scaling and Root

Planing

• Dentures

• Cosmetic Dentistry

327 Heights PlaceCanton, GA 30114

(770) 479-1444www.CantonHeightsDental.com

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It’s coming . . . it’s right around the corner . . . flu season. Every year in the United States, the flu causes 36,000 deaths, 200,000 hospitalizations and an astronomical

amount of sick days.

The symptoms of influenza begin much like those of the common cold: headache, fatigue, runny nose and body aches. In many cases, a fever develops associated with uncontrollable chills. Most flu sufferers have a dry throat and cough. Nausea and vomiting may occur as well. Often a person with the flu is so weak and uncomfortable that he or she may not feel like eating or doing anything else.

There are some things that you can do to help prevent the flu. The best source of protection is a flu shot. It’s important to get your flu shot before you experience flu-like symptoms so you can avoid the headaches, body chills and fever commonly associated with the flu. Once vaccinated, it takes your body about two weeks to produce the protective antibodies needed to safeguard against the flu. That’s why it’s better to get vaccinated early before the flu season gets underway.

Influenza is a very contagious respiratory illness caused by flu viruses. These viruses change from year to year. So, it’s important to get the flu vaccine every year to help protect against these new strains.

There are some individuals that should get the flu vaccine without question. Those that are considered “high risk” for the flu include:

• People age 65 or older• Those who live in nursing homes or long term care

facilities• People 6 months and older with chronic illness • All children 6 — 23 months

• Anyone with heart or respiratory illnesses

Another way to protect yourself against the flu and stay healthy is to build your immune system. Here are a few suggestions:

• Eliminate as much stress from your life as possible.• Drink plenty of water and eat a healthy diet.• Avoid sugar, caffeine and alcohol.• Wash your hands often.

Of course, you can’t completely isolate yourself against the flu virus. Since we all are around other people everyday, we stand the chance of being exposed to an infected person. The flu is a contagious virus that is spread from one person to another through tiny droplets that are released into the air when a person infected with the flu coughs or sneezes. Sometimes, people can become infected by touching their nose or mouth after touching something infected by the flu virus. This is especially prevalent in schools, medical facilities and gyms.

The threat of flu is everywhere. Take the necessary steps to protect yourself. Flu season is coming. Don’t let it catch you unprotected.

Information obtained from www.familydoctor.org and www.cdc.gov.

This information provided by Charles Cooley, M.D. of M.D. Minor Emergency & Family

Medicine. They are opened from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., seven days a week. They are

located in the Riverstone Medical Complex. For more information on water safety,

please call (770) 720-7000 or visit their office at 720 Transit Avenue in Canton, next

to Cracker Barrel.

by Charles Cooley, m.d.



Women are overwhelmed with information about breast cancer — and much of it is wrong. The problem is that some women tend to use this misinformation as an excuse not to have regular breast exams. Getting your facts straight could save your life.

Much research has been done about the causes of breast cancer and many advances made in the detection and treatment of the disease. Although there is still plenty for us to learn, one thing we do know is that breast cancer IS the second most common cancer among women, striking anyone, regardless of age, race or economic status.

Here’s the truth behind some common misconceptions about breast cancer:

Myth: I don’t have breast cancer in my family, so I won’t get it. Fact: Most women (70-80 percent) diagnosed with breast cancer do not have a family history of breast cancer. Simply being a woman and having breast tissue puts you at risk for the disease. However, women who do have a family history are at an increased risk for developing the disease and should discuss with their doctor beginning screenings as early as age 25.

Myth: Finding a lump in my breast means that I have breast cancer. Fact: Eight out of 10 breast lumps are not cancerous. However, you should still see your healthcare provider if you find one or notice any other changes in your breasts, because catching breast cancer early offers a 98 percent likelihood of it being cured.

Myth: The government said that I don’t need to get a mammogram anymore. Fact: The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) announced in 2009 that it was changing its mammography guidelines. However, the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, American Cancer Society and many other reputable health organizations have since debunked the USPSTF findings for not considering all current data. All women should continue annual screening

using mammography and clinical breast examination, beginning at age 40.

Myth: Mammograms cause breast cancer. Fact: While it’s true that radiation is used in mammography, the amount is so minute that any risk is overshadowed by the huge preventative benefits of having the procedure. Mammography is a woman’s best weapon against breast cancer. It is the only test proven to save lives and can find a cancer years before it can be felt, when it is smaller and more treatable.

Myth: I’m too young to worry about breast cancer. Fact: While it’s true that your breast cancer risk increases as you get older, the fact is that women of all ages are at risk for developing the disease.

Myth: I have small breasts, I can’t get breast cancer. Fact: There’s no connection between the size of your breasts and your risk of getting breast cancer. However, very large or dense breasts can be harder to examine and spot problems on mammograms. There also is no evidence to prove that having breast implants (silicone or saline) increases the risk of breast cancer. All women, regardless of breast size, should commit to regular screenings.

by Susan Casella, RN, OCN, Breast Health Coordinator, Northside Hospital

For more information about breast cancer, to watch in-depth videos and listen to local experts and patients, visit www.northside.com/healthcast.

BREasT CanCER MYTHs – Busted!

Do a Smoke Alarm Audit Make Extinguishers Handy

Talk Prevention with Your Kids

Look at Your Home From Your Child’s Perspective

Avoid overloading sockets and cords

• InstallatleastoneUL-listedsmokealarmoneverylevelofyourhome.

• Checkthatalarmsareinstalledonceilingsorhighonwalls.

• Forceilingmounted,makesuretheyarefourinchesawayfromthenearestwall.

• Forwallmounted,checkthattheyarefourto12inchesdownfromtheceiling.

• Testsmokealarmsweeklyandreplacebatteriestwiceayear.

• Replacealarmsthataremorethan10yearsoldorhavebeenpaintedover.

• Testthatyoucanhearalarmsineveryroomofthehouse,evenwithdoorsclosed.

• Markyourcalendarforthenexttestingdate.

• CheckthatyouhaveatleastoneUL-listedfireextinguisherinthehome.

• Examinethegaugetobesurethatitisstillfullycharged.

• Familiarizeyourselfwiththeinstructionsnowwhenthereisnoemergency.

Makesureyourkidsknow:• Neverplaywithmatches,lightersorcandles.

• Neverplaywithelectricalcordsandneverputanythinginasocket.

• Blanketsorclothesshouldneverbethrownontopoflamps.

• Don’tturnupaheaterwithoutagrown-up’spermission.

• Ifyourclothescatchonfire,stop, drop and roll.

• Touryourhomefromyourchild’sperspectiveonyourhandsandknees.

• Identitypotentialhazardsandmove/replace/adjustaccordingly.

• Checkclosetsandother“secret”kidplacesforevidenceofplayingwithfire.

• Walk-throughofyourhomelookingforoverloadedsocketsorextensioncords.

• Checkwattageonlampsandcordstoavoidoverloading.

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SafetyAtHome.com

For more useful tips and information, visit the National Fire Protection Association at www.nfpa.org.


Village Podiatry Centers is pleased to now be a part of the Canton community. In September, Village Podiatry completed its acquisition of North Georgia Foot & Ankle which included its Canton office staffed

by Bret Hintze, DPM and Travis Jones, DPM. Drs. Hintze and Jones join more than thirty Village Podiatry podiatric surgeons and are pleased to now be associated with the metro-Atlanta area’s largest and most specialized podiatric practice.

Village Podiatry Centers offer treatment and surgery for all conditions and injuries of the foot, ankle and lower leg, from minor nail infections to complex foot and ankle fractures. Our physicians provide care for all ages from children to seniors. For the most accurate diagnosis, we utilize state-of-the-art digital X-ray, extremity MRI, ultrasound and in-office vascular testing.

When surgery is required, it is performed at one of our dedicated foot and ankle surgery centers or a local hospital. Village Podiatry Centers provides surgical care for patients in Georgia and further serves as a national referral center for the most complex conditions.

In Canton, you can rely on Dr. Travis Jones to provide superior care for all of your lower extremity problems. Dr. Jones, who joined the Canton office in July, earned a bachelor of arts degree in biology from Bellarmine University in Louisville, Kentucky and completed his doctorate at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He then completed a three-year podiatric and surgical residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He and his wife, Ashley, live in Woodstock and have a one year-old daughter.

Dr. Jones is affiliated with Northside Hospital-Cherokee and sees patients Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. To schedule an appointment, call (770) 771-6991. For more information about Village Podiatry Centers, visit www.vpcenters.com.

Goshen Valley Boys Ranch (GVBR) is a non-profit home serving young men in the state foster care system. Located in Waleska, Georgia, GVBR includes six residences on a 300-acre cattle ranch. We’re proud of the work God is doing here through our community of families and staff:

• GVBR serves young men ages 11-18 and 19-21 year olds in our transitional living program called North Georgia New Beginnings.

• GVBR seeks to end the cycle of abuse and neglect in the lives of the young men it serves.

• GVBR seeks healing and life change for the young men who live here, while also helping them to find long term life plans that include: reunification with families, adoption, educational support, secondary education, employment, transition into the community.

The 7th Annual Goshen Valley Classic benefiting the Goshen Valley Boys Ranch will

be held on Monday, October 15, 2012, at the Cherokee County Club. For more

information about the Golf Classic, please visit www.goshenvalleyclassic.org

SAVe the DAteSaturday, November 10, 2012

for theAnnual Luncheon and Fashion Show

to benefit the Alice Smith Memorial Fund at Goshen Valley Boys Ranch. Located at the

Country Club of Roswell. Fashions by Barami.

CLASSIC

www.goshenvalley.org


ChipsIngredients: One large Idaho potato ½ gallon soybean oil or vegtable oil 2 Tbs. Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper

• Thinly slice potato with mandolin or potato slicer

• Soak in water for 15 minutes

• Remove from water and dry with paper towels

• Heat peanut or vegetable oil to 350˚F

• Fry for 3–4 minutes; occasionally stir chips around to assure even cooking

• Remove from fryer and season with parmesan and black pepper immediately

• Place chips on paper towels to absorb excess oil

Roasted GaRliC aioliIngredients: 2 egg yolks ¼ cup water 1 Tsp. salt 1 Tsp. black pepper Pinch cayenne pepper (to taste) Juice of 1 lemon, strained 1¼ cup roasted garlic infused oil 1 Tbs. chives

• Combine all ingredients, except oil and chives, into blender and blend for one minute

• Slowly incorporate oil until mixture emulsifies

• Plate and garnish with chives

homemade potato Chips with Roasted Garlic Aioli

Buffalo ChiCken WinGs with Blue Cheese Dip

Buffalo sauCeIngredients: 2 cups of your favorite hot sauce 1½ cups of honey (buy locally harvested) ½ lbs. melted unsalted butter

• Mix all ingredients in large bowl

flouR dustIngredients: 1 cup flour 1 Tbs. paprika 1 Tbs. granulated garlic 1 Tbs. salt 1 Tbs. black pepper


ChiCken WinGs• Toss in flour dust• Fry for 7-10 minutes,

depending on size, at 350˚F

• Toss in Buffalo Sauce

Blue Cheese dipIngredients: 4 cups mayonnaise 12 oz. Blue Cheese crumbles 1 Tbs. dry mustard 1 Tbs. granulated garlic Salt and pepper to taste

• Mix all ingredients together

• For some, nothing goes better with homemade chips and wings than an ice-cold Fat Tire from New Belgium Brewing.

CoRey shupeRt, Co-oWneR of doWntoWn kitChenDowntown Kitchen is located at 140 E. Marietta Street in historic Downtown Canton. His goal is to consistently deliver the perfect dining experience for guests. For more information, please visit www.thedowntownkitchen.com or call (770) 479-1616.

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ChipsIngredients: One large Idaho potato ½ gallon soybean oil or vegtable oil 2 Tbs. Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper

• Thinly slice potato with mandolin or potato slicer

• Soak in water for 15 minutes

• Remove from water and dry with paper towels

• Heat peanut or vegetable oil to 350˚F

• Fry for 3–4 minutes; occasionally stir chips around to assure even cooking

• Remove from fryer and season with parmesan and black pepper immediately

• Place chips on paper towels to absorb excess oil

Roasted GaRliC aioliIngredients: 2 egg yolks ¼ cup water 1 Tsp. salt 1 Tsp. black pepper Pinch cayenne pepper (to taste) Juice of 1 lemon, strained 1¼ cup roasted garlic infused oil 1 Tbs. chives

• Combine all ingredients, except oil and chives, into blender and blend for one minute

• Slowly incorporate oil until mixture emulsifies

• Plate and garnish with chives

homemade potato Chips with Roasted Garlic Aioli

Buffalo ChiCken WinGs with Blue Cheese Dip

Buffalo sauCeIngredients: 2 cups of your favorite hot sauce 1½ cups of honey (buy locally harvested) ½ lbs. melted unsalted butter


flouR dustIngredients: 1 cup flour 1 Tbs. paprika 1 Tbs. granulated garlic 1 Tbs. salt 1 Tbs. black pepper


ChiCken WinGs• Toss in flour dust• Fry for 7-10 minutes,

depending on size, at 350˚F

• Toss in Buffalo Sauce

Blue Cheese dipIngredients: 4 cups mayonnaise 12 oz. Blue Cheese crumbles 1 Tbs. dry mustard 1 Tbs. granulated garlic Salt and pepper to taste

• Mix all ingredients together

• For some, nothing goes better with homemade chips and wings than an ice-cold Fat Tire from New Belgium Brewing.

CoRey shupeRt, Co-oWneR of doWntoWn kitChenDowntown Kitchen is located at 140 E. Marietta Street in historic Downtown Canton. His goal is to consistently deliver the perfect dining experience for guests. For more information, please visit www.thedowntownkitchen.com or call (770) 479-1616.

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It seems every homeowner I speak to asks us, why they have so much dust buildup in their home. Many times you will see a thin, black line all around the baseboards just where the wall meets the floor. Many years ago, this excessive buildup was a real mystery because it could not be removed or cleaned. If one had a light-colored or white carpet, it was a real eyesore. It could be cleaned, but would return almost immediately.

A lot of people in our industry misdiagnosed this as soot from a cracked furnace fire box or heat exchanger. We looked at all kinds of issues, such as chimneys or clothes dryer vents, but could not determine the cause of this thin line of dirt. I even cut some fibers from a white carpet that was being changed to a dark color to mask this issue and we sent this sample into a lab to have it tested. It was, in fact, a mix of dirt, sheetrock dust and a heavy concentration of fiberglass shards. This one clue led us to look at the attics of these homes.

What we finally found was that dirt and insulation forming the line would come down the wall cavity from the attic and pick up sheetrock dust and construction debris left in the wall. Air would enter the wall through holes in the attic on the top plate of the walls and would be pulled down to the baseboard. The carpet actually worked much like a furnace filter — stopping a portion of this dust and debris before it entered the home — but a large amount still would enter the home and would be pulled around by bath fans, clothes dryer vents, kitchen hoods, and air conditioning system. All these devices will create a negative pressure in a home and cause this dust problem to be accelerated.

The holes where the air would enter the wall had been drilled by electricians, plumbers and HVAC installers to allow wires, pipes and cables to be pulled through the house. A few years ago, the building code did not require these holes to be sealed, and the holes would create a very dusty indoor environment. Today, it is a requirement to completely seal the attic around all openings. The way to stop all this leakage is to seal and caulk all the openings, keeping this dirt and insulation in the attic. It is also a good idea to seal around electrical outlets and A/C ducts. Lack of or improper sealing can also cause much of

by Patricia BowenCherokee County Master Gardener

Fall is a great time to enjoy gardening. The mornings are cooler, insects and weeds are fewer, and we can enjoy some different fresh vegetables and herbs that require less care and feeding than summer crops. You’ve probably already had your fill of cucumbers and zucchini but still want to play in the dirt and extend the harvest season. Many of the early spring crops are good picks for late summer and fall. Planting should be in late August or early September to harvest crops in October and November.

If you have a well prepared garden spot that still gets at least six hours of sun until first frost, pick your favorites from among beets, broccoli and cauliflower, carrots, cabbage, garlic, onions and shallots, lettuce and spinach, beans and peas, parsley, and even radishes. Some of these will survive most Georgia winters and reward you with a very early spring crop: garlic, sweet onions, shallots; some hardy cabbages will start producing in fall and keep going all winter into spring.

All of the above are annuals, but don’t overlook some wonderful perennial vegetables that can be started in spring or fall: asparagus, horseradish, rhubarb, Jerusalem and globe artichokes will give you multiple harvesting seasons for many years.

As with any garden project, start with a plan, even a simple one. List a planting time for each crop (just Google ‘when to plant’ if you don’t already have that information from your seed packet or plant instructions) and determine how much room each type of veggie will need in your garden plot. Lay out your plan on graph paper, leaving space between rows so you can weed and pick.

If you use your summer garden spot for fall planting, clear out all other plants, turn the soil lightly and plant from either seeds or plants. If you’ve had severe pest problems in a particular spot you may want to apply a good dose of pesticide a week or so prior to planting as a precaution. Go easy on fertilizer as there may be a lot of residual fertilizer in the ground from your summer crops.

GaRDEnInG WITH THE MasTERs Fall Veggie Gardening

information about Extension Solutions for Homes and Gardens can be found on the university of Georgia Cooperative Extension website, www.caes.uga.edu/extension/cherokee. or contact the Cherokee County Extension office, 100 North St., Suite G21, Canton, GA, (770) 479-0418.


by Dan Jape

Dan Jape is the owner of Reliable Heating and Air. You may contact him at (770) 594-9096 or visit him online at www.reliableair.com.

WHY DO I HaVESo Much Dust in My Home?


If you’re like me, your fascination with hair and its many forms began with a pair of scissors and a Barbie doll. Unfortunately, once your day of styling fun was over, you were left with an ugly doll with a short, choppy haircut. Experimenting with cutting and styling your own hair has slightly more emotional stakes — even though it grows back. Of course, if you get a cut you don’t like, that growing-out process can seem like an eternity!

That’s why high-quality, human hair extensions have been such a revolution in the salon industry. Now women (and some men) can experiment with a new look if they want to — with little risk, and better yet, no styling damage to their own natural head of hair.

We’ve all been in those in-between stages as we’ve tried to grow our hair out. Hair extensions make that awkward, in-your-face length a thing of the past. Better yet, high-quality extensions like the ones from LOX ™ are made from 100 percent Remy real human hair — so they can be cut, colored, and styled just like your natural hair.

Did you consider hair extensions in the past and decide against them? I understand why. Early application methods were harsh on the hair. Fusion techniques that often used glue adhesives greatly increased the possibility of damaging the hair. Also common was battling against unwanted stiffness, which usually left an unnatural appearance and would compromise the integrity of one’s new look. But fortunately for us, the beauty industry heard our demands and hair extension technology has come a long way. Real human hair is now cost-effective, and the loop method of insertion means you can get a whole new look in a couple of hours – without sticky glue. And the results are amazing!

Plus, when applied by a trained stylist, extensions take only an hour or two, and they look absolutely natural. The only thing you’ll have to worry about is explaining how your hair grew 10 inches over the weekend.

THE BEnEFITs OFHair Extensions

by Jyl Craven

Jyl Craven of Jyl Craven Hair Design of Canton. For information you may contact the salon at (770) 345-9411 or visit www.jylcraven.com.


As I sit here, I have had the craziest inundation of technology news that I have ever received. First, Google has announced that it will have a self-driving car that will be available and affordable to the masses in less than eight years. Google’s self-driving car already is approved in Nevada. As soon as Google’s self-driving car is approved in Georgia, everyone will want one.

Also new from Google is “Google Glass.” This technology essentially is a wearable PC or smartphone, featuring a small display window over the right eye. “Google Glass” uses a voice-command software that allows you to take pictures, send messages, and perform other functions. For example, if you were to say, “OK, Glass,” an icon menu would pop up and allow you to take a picture, record a video, make a phone call, or use Google Maps.

Then, I see that Apple unveiled its iPhone5 last month. It’s a very beautiful new toy, and the new map software on the new iOs6 software is awesome. I’ve been using the beta version for a month or so, and it’s fantastic.

These new technologies are amazing and doing something remarkable without you noticing. They’re making the word “computer” disappear. In fact, the iPhone has more computing power than all of NASA had in the 1960s during the Apollo missions (true story). But you don’t call the iPhone a computer; you call it a phone. Its “computer” is invisible.

This is the beauty of technology in the 21st century! Those of us who work in technology are trying as hard as we can to make technology “invisible” in our everyday lives while still being available to us. Think about it from my perspective.

Today, it is my goal for you to take out your iPhone, play any song in the world, and then send it to your back porch speakers. You don’t think about the fact that your iPhone has to talk to a computer in your basement and connect to the Internet to find that song or to turn on an amplifier; you just

by Michael Buckner

Michael Buckner is the owner of Audio intersection located at 631 E. Main Street, Canton. For more information on any of his monthly columns, for questions or to set up an appointment, call (770) 479-1000.

‘InVIsIBLE’ Technology



WanT TO GO For A Ride?

Summer had finally come and Mrs. Smith was anxiously running around packing for the family trip to the beach the next day. There was so much to do and so little time now that the kids were out of school. “Come on guys, I need to go to the bank and the store to pick up a few things. We don’t have all day.” “Ok mom, we’re coming!” as the sound of thunder plummeted down the stairs. The front door was open and out filed three Smith children eager to head for the beach. Mrs. Smith collected her car keys and stopped to pet Sadie, their 40 pound mixed breed dog. She felt guilty not being able to take Sadie to the beach with them. “You want to go ‘bye bye,’ Sadie?” Mrs. Smith smiled as Sadie cocked her head and stood with her tail wagging. “Come on then,” said Mrs. Smith. Squeals and laughter filled the car as the seatbelts were buckled and Mrs. Smith shut the hatchback where Sadie rode. Off they went to run their errands. First stop the bank and then off to several other stops on the list of last minute pick-ups. “Don’t forget to leave the air on for Sadie,” said the oldest Smith child, as they entered each shop. Inside the car, the kids were teasing and fighting as usual, creating quite a commotion. Mrs. Smith could feel her anxiety go up trying to run through the list of things she had left to do. Two hours later, they arrived back to the house exiting the car like a herd of cattle. “Grab the bags beside you and take them inside before you do anything else,” said Mrs. Smith.The kids scurried off in different directions and Mrs. Smith started down her list of packing. Later that day, she returned to the kitchen through the family room noticing Sadie’s bed was empty. She stopped cold in her tracks as the name “Sadie!” screamed from her lips. She found herself running to the car as fast as she could, squeezing hard on the handle to the hatchback. The trunk raised open and there lay Sadie, unresponsive.

Heat stroke will kill and although you may think this is far-fetched, we see it happen all too often. Our animals are not designed to withstand these warm temperatures. Certain breeds of dogs, like English bulldogs, are more sensitive to heat stroke than others. Other pets sensitive to heat are the older pet and the over-weight animal. The signs of heat stroke include: rapid panting, wide eyes, salivation, weakness and collapse. A rectal temperature above 106 degrees supports this type of illness and immediate veterinary care is needed. Initially, you can also place slightly cool blankets and towels over the dog or run a room temperature bath until the rectal temperature falls

by Dawn Mason, D.V.M.

Dawn Mason D.V.M. is a 1999 graduate of Auburn university College of Veterinary Medicine and practices at BridgeMill Animal Hospital.(770) 479-2200


Don’t tell my wife, but I scrapped her suggestion to talk about gardening in clay soil for this month’s column. At the time it sounded good, but, as I wrote, it became painfully boring, and I just deleted everything. Of course, that left me with a blank page to fill. In search of an idea that can be boiled down to 400-500 words, I came across two items from past newsletters that I thought you might enjoy.

A while back we asked our customers to finish this sentence: “You might be a gardener if… .” These are some of their responses:

You Might Be a Gardener If:• You find yourself pulling weeds at rest stops.• You have more than one coffee mug left in the garden at

any given time.• You think Walter Reeves is cute.• You ever planned your vacation around a plant sale.• You ever were mistaken for an employee at a nursery.• You name a child after a flower.• You get a shovel for Mother’s Day without asking.• You give names to your plants.• A neighbor calls at 10 p.m. with a gardening question, and

you don’t mind.• You remember your wedding flower but not your

anniversary.• You receive plants dug up in a plastic bag for your

birthday.• They know you by name at the nursery.• You get excited about free compost.• Your neighbor drags her husband over to your yard and

exclaims, “I want our yard to look like hers.”

Forgive me, Mr. Fulghum, for the blatant rip-off of your popular book, “All I Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten.” The same could be said of gardening…

All I need to know About Life I Learned in the Garden• Order is not always necessary.• Not everything works as planned, and it’s not the end of

the world either.

a LIGHTER sIDE of Gardening

by Eric Hill

Eric Hill is the co-owner of Autumn Hill Nursery & Landscaping. He can be reached at (770) 442-3901.


Many of us have grown tired of the candidate bashing on radio and television as well as the endless editorials we read about the coming presidential election, but we have a choice to make on November 6 which may determine much about our national identity and our sense of patriotism.

Voting is a unique privilege and a great responsibility. Many of us are very involved in the political process because our parents discussed the issues affecting our lives with us around the dining room table. Some were not blessed with parents who talked about ideas.

The framers of our Constitution laid out some principles to guide us. The Declaration of Independence is about ideas essential to freedom. Those ideas should guide our choices

by Dr. James E. Kilgore

Dr. Kilgore is President of the international Family Foundation, inc., Suite 220, 1558 Marietta Hwy, Canton, GA 30114. He and Mrs. Kilgore are Ministers Emeriti of Lake Arrowhead Chapel and active community volunteers.

THE FaMILY TOUCH Electing A President, 2012

as we exercise that freedom. Those 56 signers “with a firm reliance on the protection of Divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our lives, our fortunes, and our sacred honor.” When we vote, we step into line with those who founded this nation and pledge to pursue those same ideals. Since those ideas and the ideals which grow from them guide us, perhaps we should be asking some specific questions about the potential candidate for which we vote. Here are three concepts to challenge us:

1. Does this candidate represent the ideas on which our nation was founded? If not, why not?

2. Does the candidate lift the aspirations of his fellow citizens toward the purposes expressed in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States?

3. Is the candidate the one I want to hear say in January “I do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States?”

That candidate will represent the best of America and earn the right to be called “Mr. President.” I believe every parent has the responsibility to discuss these ideas with your family and to model, for your children, what responsible citizenship looks like. If we don’t give this instruction and direction to our children, who will?


One accessory can tie in the outfit and create the “wow” factor that you desire. Sisters Michelle Michaud and Becki Fiorelli’s custom design belt buckles are just such an accessory.

Beck & Shel Studio, nicknames that the sisters use for each other, began after they created buckles for themselves and some friends. Then, those friends wanted more for gifts, so the business was created in their Woodstock studio. Visit their website at www.beckandshelstudio.com or find them on Facebook.

The buckles can be found at Divas & Dames in Acworth, through holiday markets and trunk shows. The sisters love to meet their clients and help them with the decision process. They also sell the buckles online and start at $35. They do custom designs and prices vary for those unique buckles. They can create any school logo or design. Their work includes photos or artwork that clients give them, as well as their original design work.

Their Falcons’ buckle is a big seller as well as the collegiate line. The Gameday collection provides a special look for tailgating. The belts can be worn with jeans, a cute dress, or a sweater.

Scoop oTP, an iNSiDER’s guide to living outside The Perimeter, is proud to announce the upcoming launch of their website, www.scoopotp.com. Scoop oTP will have local recommendations about restaurants, family fun, shopping and more. Suzanne Taylor is looking to feature unique oTP products/places. [email protected]

by Suzanne Taylor

sCOOP OTPBeck & Shel Studio

Formerly “Suzanne Speaks”

Michelle said, “It seems that the first buckle that women purchase tends to be more ‘subdued’ in colors and design. But when she comes back for her second or third, (after receiving so many compliments!) she is looking for a ‘look at me’ design.” The best thing about the buckles is they are interchangeable. Once you own a belt strap (which you can purchase from their website), you can change the buckle according to the outfit.

Some topsellers are: The “Addison,” which has wonderful fall colors and the racy “Va Va Voom,” featuring the classic pin up girl. Since this is the South, the Monogram Buckles are a must have for many women. The choices are endless and match their tag line — “accessories as intriguing as you.”

They hear from women at the trunk shows that belts are for “skinny girls;” well this is just not true! The sisters know that a belt can be for any size woman. It can help define a waist and give shape to an outfit.

Beck & Shel Studio is just one of the many unique items “Made oTP” that is featured on the Scoop oTP website.

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October 16, 2012History Program By Dan Roper, Editor of Georgia Backroads

time: 7 p.m.location: the Rock barn, 658 marietta highway, CantonInformation: mr. Roper’s program, “searching for beulah buchanan,” is the story of a young girl in a georgia cotton mill family early last century. the author came across her grave in an abandoned cemetery a few years ago, starting him on a search to find out more about the girl, the textile industry in the early 1900s, and what led to her death on thanksgiving day of 1917. beulah’s parents were employed in mills in Chattooga and Floyd Counties. this program is open to the public and refreshments will be served.

(770) 345-3288 • www.rockbarn.org

R.T. Jones founded the Canton Cotton Mill in 1899. Here, employees

line up in front of the original mill, circa 1900. Whether these are

all employees or some are family members is not known. It was

not until after 1906 that Georgia’s Child Labor Law forbade the

employment of anyone under 10 years old. In 1923, construction

began on the second mill in North Canton. The mills continued to

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American Business Women’s Association: (678) 493-3618, www.abwa.orgCanton Cherokee Business and Professional Women’s Club: (770) 345-1750 Cherokee Area Business Connection: (770) 345-8687 Cherokee Business & Professional Women: (770) 345-1751Cherokee Toastmasters: (770) 712-4077 www.CherokeeToastmasters.comnEW network of Entrepreneurial Women: (678) 595-0344PowerCore: (404) 572-1278Woodmont Business Club: www.woodmontbusinessclub.com

AA Meetings: Antioch Christian: (770) 475-9628AARP Organization: Canton Chapter: (770) 479-5460Adopting Families Group: (770) 516-1340Alzheimer/Dementia Support Group: (770) 926-0119 American Heart Assoc. — Cherokee Division: (678) 385-2013 Arts Alliance of Georgia: (678) 754-8482 Bethany Place: (770) 479-9462 www.bethanyplacehome.orgBreast Cancer Support Group, Drop-In: (404) 843-1880Canton Al-Anon: (770) 516-3502 CASA for Children, Inc.: Deidre Hollands, (770) 345-3274 www.casacherokee.org Celebrate Recovery: (404) 317-0345 www.actionchurch.tvCherokee Autism Support Group: Heidi — [email protected] or Renee — [email protected] Child Advocacy Council: (770) 592-9779 www.cherokeechildadvocates.orgCherokee Co. Aspergers Syndrome Support Group: www.CCAspies.orgCherokee Co. Family Child Care Assoc.: Brenda Bowen, (770) 926-8055 Cherokee Co. Foster & Adoptive Parent Association of GA: (770) 378-0759 www.fosteroradopt.org Cherokee Co. Habitat for Humanity: (770) 345-1879 Cherokee Co. Senior Services: (770) 345-5312 Cherokee Co. Service League: (770) 704-5991 Cherokee Co. Special Olympics: (770) 517-7101 Cherokee County Family Violence Center: (770) 479-1804 Battered Women Hotline: (770) 479-1703 in Spanish, (770) 720-7050 Cherokee Fellowship of Christian Athletes: Bill Queen (404) 441-3508, www.cherokeefca.org Cherokee FOCUS: (770) 345-5483 www.cherokeefocus.org Drug Free Cherokee: Stacy Bailey, (770) 345-5483 www.drugfreecherokee.org

Grace to the nations: (404) 819-5520 www.gracetothenations.com

Habitat for Humanity north Central GA:

(770) 345-1879, www.habitatncg.org

Haiti Cheri Harvest Life Ministries:

(800) 989-4248, [email protected]

Hope Center (hope for unplanned pregnancies):

(770) 924-0864, www.hopectr.com

Hope Center — Baby & More Thrift Store:

www.babyandmorethriftstore.com

Hospice Advantage: (770) 218-1997

www.hospiceadvantage.com

iCOR (helping orphans): (404) 992-8155

www.iCoRorphans.com

Legacy Ministries International: (770) 924-0826

Meals-on-Wheels: (770) 345-7440

Miracle Mothers: www.miraclemothers.org

MOMS Club of Canton (serving Canton,

Ball Ground, Waleska and Holly Springs):

West: http://momsclubofcantonwest.webs.com

MOPS — Mothers of Preschoolers:

(770) 479-4140

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/waleskamops

MUST Ministries: (770) 479-5397

www.mustministries.org

narcotics Anonymous: (770) 720-4032

national Alliance for Mental Illness Family Support

Group: (404) 394-1229, www.nami.org

north Georgia Angel House, Inc.:

www.angelhousega.com

northside Hospital Cherokee Auxiliary:

(770) 720-9559

northwest Atlanta Moms of Multiples:

(678) 404-0034, www.NoWAMoM.org

Papa’s Pantry: (770) 591-4730

www.papaspantry.org

Safe kids of Georgia in Cherokee County:

(678) 493-4343, www.cherokeesafekids.org

Salvation Army: 121 Waleska St. (770) 720-4316

Volunteer Aging Council: (770) 345-7515

Young Peoples AA Meeting: (770) 479-2502

Canton Lions Club: (678) 224-7878 www.lionsofcanton.org Canton noon Day Optimists: (678) 454-2370 Canton Optimist Club: www.cantonoptimist.com Canton Rotary Club: (770) 479-2101 Cherokee County Historical Society: (770) 345-3288, www.rockbarn.org Hickory Flat Optimist Club: Alan Flint (770) 720-9056 Holly Springs Business & Professional Assoc.: (678) 467-9269 Pilot Club of Cherokee County: Lynda Goodwin at (770) 393-1766 [email protected] Club of Cherokee County: (678) 297-0154, [email protected] of the American Revolution: Cherokee Chapter, (770) 410-0015 [email protected]

The Trail of Tears Association: (770) 704-6338

www.nationaltota.org

United Daughters of the Confederacy,

The Helen Plane Chapter 711:

[email protected]

Cherokee Co. Board of Elections & Registrations:

(770) 479-0407

Cherokee County Democratic Party:

(770) 345-3489, www.CherokeeDems.com

Cherokee Co. Municipal Planning Commission:

(678) 493-6101

Cherokee County Republican Party: (678) 809-1411, www.cherokeecountygop.com

Cherokee County Repulican Women’s Club:

(678) 520-2236, www.CCRWCGA.com

Cherokee County School Board: (770) 479-1871

Cherokee County Teen Republicans:

(678) 232-7488, www.cherokeecountytrs.webs.com

Cherokee County Young Republicans:

(770) 926-9317, [email protected]

Cherokee/Pickens Libertarian Party:

(770) 345-4678, www.lpgeorgia.com/cherokee

Canton Moose Family Center (Bingo): (770) 479-8300 Christian Authors Guild: www.christianauthorsguild.orgCherokee Amateur Radio Society: (770) 928-8590, www.cherokee-ares.org/ccars Cherokee Amateur Radio Emergency Services (SkYWARn Storm Spotters): (770) 928-8590 www.cherokee-ares.orgCherokee Community Chorale: (678) 439-8625 www.cherokeecommunitychorale.org Cherokee County Master Gardeners: (770) 479-0418 Cherokee County Saddle Club: (770) 757-2282 www.cherokeesaddleclub.com Cherokee County Social Adventures Group: www.TCCSAG.orgCherokee Fencing Club: Andy McCann, (678) 494-9750 www.cherokeefencingclub.com Cherokee Hiking Club: (770) 235-3655 [email protected] Cherokee MOTS (Mom’s of Tots): (770) 272-5388 www.meetup.com/cherokee-motsCherokee Music Teachers Association: Linda Lokey (770) 720-1701, www.cherokeemta.org Cherokee new Horizons Band (CnHB): (770) 479-4917, [email protected] Cherokee Photography Club: www.cherokeepc.org Cherokee Running Club: (770) 928-4239 (770) 926-8513 Cherokee Senior Softball Association: www.cssasoftball.comCherokee Tennis Association: www.cherokeetennis.comCrossfit Workout of the Day Club: www.crossfitgarage.comFalany Performing Arts Center @ Reinhardt University: (770) 720-5558, www.reinhardt.edu/fpac The Funk Heritage Center Book Club: (770) 720-5969 north Cobb Bass Club: (770) 820-3945 www.northcobbbass.comSewrifics, American Sewing Guild: (678) 493-3976

Southern O Scalers: Dan Mason, (770) 337-5139

Business Organizations

Civic Organizations

Political Organizations

Recreation & Hobbies

Charitable & Support Organizations


(770) 345-0400

www.CherokeeChamber.com

P.o. box 4998

3605 marietta hwy, Canton

good morningCherokee

Sweet Escapes, LLC9776 East Cherokee DriveCanton (678) 880-9176

Restaurant (ice Cream - Coffee)

Cherokee Office of Economic Development

Cherokee 75 Corporate Park3511 Highway 92

Acworth (770) 345-0600Economic Development

businessAfter Hours

Rock Creek Manor Assisted Living50 Cagle Mill Road SouthJasper (678) 454-2600Assisted Living Facilities

Canton Communicators Toastmasters Club

Meeting Location - G. Cecil Pruett Family YMCA151 Waleska Street

Canton (770) 366-8224Nonprofit organization

Cagle’s Family FarmOfficial Opening of the Corn Maize

355 Stringer RoadCanton (770) 345-5591

Tourism

Tuesday, October 16, 4:30 — 6 p.m. 2012 Series Presented by: AT&T

Sponsored by & located at:

320 Adam Jenkins Memorial Dr., Suite 200Canton, GA 30114

There is no charge to attend.

RSVP deadline is 5 p.m. on october 12.

Sponsored by

Thursday, November 1, 7 a.m.Location: northside Hospital — Cherokee

Conference Center, Cherokee Co. Administration Bldg.

1130 Bluffs Parkway, Canton

Advanced Registration $15 No Reservation $20Future Members $25

RSVP deadline is 5 p.m. on october 30.


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United States Government:

President Barack Obama (D) (202) 456-1414 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue fax: (202) 456-2461 Washington, D.C. 20500 Website: www.whitehouse.gov

Senator Saxby Chambliss (R) (202) 224-3521 Senate Russell Courtyard-2 GA: (770) 763-9090 Washington, D.C. 20510 Website: http://chambliss.senate.gov

Senator Johnny Isakson (R) (202) 224-3643 1 overton Park, Suite 970 GA: (770) 661-0999 3625 Cumberland Blvd., Atlanta, GA 30339 fax: (770) 661-0768 Website: http://isakson.senate.gov

Rep. Tom Price (R), District 6 (202) 225-4501 P.o. Box 425, Roswell, GA 30077 GA: (770) 565-4990 Website: http://tom.house.gov fax: (770) 565-7570

Rep. Rob Woodall (R), District 7 (202) 225-4272 90 North Street, Suite 360 GA: (770) 232-3005 Canton, GA 30114-2724 fax: (770) 232-2909

State Government:

Governor nathan Deal (R) (404) 656-1776 203 State Capitol fax: (404) 657-7332 Atlanta, GA 30334 www.gov.ga.gov.com

State Senator Jack Murphy (R) (D-27) (770) 887-1960 304-B Coverdell Legislative Bldg. fax: (770) 205-0602 Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: [email protected]

State Rep. Calvin Hill (R) (D-21) local: (678) 493-7257 511 Coverdell Legislative Bldg. business: (404) 656-0129 Atlanta, GA 30334 fax: (770) 345-2394 e-mail: [email protected]

State Rep. Sean Jerguson (R) (D-22) (404) 656-0287 607 Coverdell Legislative Bldg. Atlanta, GA 30334 e-mail: [email protected]

State Rep. Mark Hamilton (R) (D-23) Email: [email protected]

Cherokee County Courts:

Superior Court: Chief Judge Frank C. Mills, iii (678) 493-6270 Judge N. Jackson Harris (678) 493-6260 Judge Ellen McElyea (678) 493-6240

State Court: Chief Judge Clyde J. Gober, Jr. (678) 493-6480 Judge W. Alan Jordan (678) 493-6490 Judge A. Dee Morris (678) 493-6480

Juvenile/Family Court: Judge John B. Sumner (678) 493-6250 Judge Tony Baker (678) 493-6280

Magistrate Court: Chief Judge James Drane iii (678) 493-6431

Probate Court: Judge Keith Wood (678) 493-6160

Clerk of the Court: Patty Baker (678) 493-6511

Cherokee County Board of Commissioners www.cherokeega.com 1130 Bluffs Parkway (678) 493-6000 Canton, GA 30114 fax: (678) 493-6001

Commissioners: Buzz Ahrens (R), Chairperson e-mail: [email protected]

Harry Johnston (R), Post 1 e-mail: [email protected]

Jim Hubbard (R), Post 2 e-mail: [email protected]

karen Bosch (R), Post 3 e-mail: [email protected]

Jason A. nelms (R), Post 4 e-mail: [email protected]

Cherokee County Board of Education: www.cherokee.k12.ga.us

Robert Wofford, Post 1 (770) 345-6256e-mail: [email protected]

Mike Chapman (R), Post 2 (Chair) (770) 704-4398, x4372 e-mail: [email protected]

Michael Geist, Post 3 (404) 462-4950e-mail: [email protected]

Janet Read (R), Post 4 (770) 516-1444 e-mail: [email protected]

Rick Steiner (R), Post 5 (770) 704-4398, x4370 e-mail: [email protected]

Rob Usher, Post 6 (770) 928-0341e-mail: [email protected]

kim Cochran (R), Post 7 (678) 983-9644 e-mail: [email protected]

Cherokee County Coroner Earl W. Darby (404) 362-1600 90 North Street, Suite 310 Canton, GA 30114

Cherokee County School System Superintendent, Dr. Frank Petruzielo (770) 479-1871 P.o. Box 769 fax: (770) 479-1236 110 Academy St. Canton, GA 30114 Website: www.cherokee.k12.ga.us

Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office Sheriff Roger Garrison (R) (678) 493-4100 498 Chattin Drive fax: (678) 493-4228 Canton, GA 30115 Website: www.cherokeega-sheriff.org

Cherokee County Tax Commissioner David Fields (R) (678) 493-6400 2780 Marietta Highway fax: (678) 493-6420 Canton, GA 30114 e-mail: [email protected]

City of Canton www.canton-georgia.com (770) 704-1500

Mayor Gene Hobgood

City of Ball Ground www.cityofballground.com (770) 735-2123

Mayor A. R. (Rick) Roberts iii

City of Holly Springs www.hollyspringsga.net (770) 345-5536 Mayor Tim Downing


Ball Ground First Baptist445 old Canton Road, (770) 735- 3374 Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 7p.m. www.ballgroundfbc.org

Calvary Baptist137 Hightower Road, (770) 887-6982Sunday Service: 11 a.m.www.calvarybaptistweb.org

Cherokee Baptist 7770 Hickory Flat Highway, (770) 720-3399Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.www.CherokeeBaptistChurch.org

Community Baptist Church115 W. Wes Walker Memorial Dr., Ball GroundCurrently meeting at Canton Community ChurchSunday Service: 1:30 p.m.www.community-baptist-church.com

Crossroads of Life Baptist2861 Ball Ground Hwy, (770) 479-7638Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.www.crossroadsoflifebaptist.org

Cross Roads Primitive Baptist ChurchSunday Service: 10:30 a.m.(770) 710-1068, www.crossroadspbc.org

First Baptist CantonMission Point Campus: 1 Mission PointSunday Services: 8:15, 9:30 & 11 a.m.Visit the website or call for details: (770) 479-5538, www.fbccanton.org

First Baptist Holly Springs2632 Holly Springs Pkwy, (770) 345-5349Sunday Service: 10:45 a.m.www.fbchollysprings.com

First Baptist Church of Woodstock11905 Hwy 92, Woodstock, (770) 926-4428Sunday Services: 9:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. www.fbcw.org

Heritage Baptist Fellowship3615 Reinhardt College Parkway, (770) 479-9415Sunday Service: 11 a.m.

Hickory Road Baptist Church2146 Hickory Road, (770) 345-2296Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.www.hickoryroad.org

Mount Zion Baptist Church4096 East Cherokee Drive, (770) 479-3324Sunday Services: 8:30 & 11 a.m., 6:30 p.m.www.mtzb.org

Mountain View Baptist Church 8991 East Cherokee Drive (Kid Connection)Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.(678) 880-0871, www.mv-baptist.com

Shoal Creek Baptist4967 Fincher Road, (770) 720-0195Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Shoal Creek Primitive Baptist 174 Fields Mcghee Drive, (770) 630-7150Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

Free Home Community Church152 Crystal Springs Lane, (770) 479-1537Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Hickory Flat Church of God947 Bailey Road, Woodstock, (770) 475-4321Sunday Service: 10:50 a.m.

Hillside Community Church of God12487 Fincher Road, (678) 880-1901Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Mt. Paran north Canton Campusmeets at Sequoyah HS, 4485 Hickory RoadSunday Service: 10:30 a.m.(678) 285-3288, www.mpncanton.com

new Life Church 154 Lakeside Drive, (770) 345-2660Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:15 a.m.www.newlifecanton.com

Sunnyside Church of God2510 East Cherokee Drive, (770) 639-1018Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11:15 a.m.www.sunnysidecog.org

Toonigh Church of God4776 old Highway 5, (770) 926-3096Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Christ the Redeemer Episcopal Church2135 East Cherokee Dr., Woodstock (404) 395-5003Meeting at All Points Community ChurchSunday Service: 10 a.m.www.ctrcec.com

Saint Clement’s Episcopal Church2795 Ridge Road, (770) 345-6722Sunday Eucharist Services: 8, 9 & 11 a.m.www.stclementscanton.org

Chabad Jewish Center4255 Wade Green Road NW, Suite 120, Kennesaw(678) 460-7702, www.JewishWoodstock.comintroductory Service: 1st Shabbat of each month at 11 a.m.Traditional Service: 3rd Shabbat of each month at 10:30 a.m.

Congregation ner TamidReform Jewish CongregationContact us for High Holiday Service times & dates(678) 264-8575, www.mynertamid.org

Tikvah I’ Chaim “Hope for Life” Messianic Jewish Fellowship4206 N. Arnold Mill Rd., (678) 936-4125Saturday Shabbat Service: 10 a.m.www.tlchaim.com

Celebration of Grace Lutheran ChurchScott Mill Chapel, 411 Scott Mill Road Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.(770) 503-5050, www.celebrationofgrace.org

Timothy Lutheran Church (LC-MS)556 Arnold Mill Road, WoodstockSunday Services: 8:30 & 11 a.m.(770) 928-2812 Tlcwoodstock.ctsmemberconnect.net

Ball Ground United Methodist Church3045 Ball Ground Highway, (770) 735-6247Sunday Service: 11 a.m.www.ballgroundchurch.org

Big Springs United Methodist2066 Sugar Pike Road, (770) 475-1796Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.

Birmingham United Methodist Church 15770 Birmingham Rd., (678) 942-1600Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m.www.birminghamumc.org

Canton First United Methodist Church930 Lower Scott Mill Road, (770) 479-2502Sunday Services: 8:30, 9:30, & 11 a.m.www.cantonfirstumc.org

City On A Hill: A United Methodist Church 7745 Main Street, Woodstock, (678) 445-3480Sunday Services: 9:35 & 11:15 a.m.www.coahumc.org

Hickory Flat United Methodist Church4056 East Cherokee Drive, (770) 345-5969Sunday School: 9:20 a.m.Sunday Services: 9:20 & 11 a.m.www.hickoryflat.org

Holly Springs United Methodist Church2464 Holly Springs Parkway, (770) 345-2883Sunday Service: 11 a.m.www.hollyspringsumc.com

Liberty Hill Church141 Railroad Street, (678) 493-8920Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m.www.libertyhillumc.org

Orange United Methodist Church220 orange Church Circle, (770) 886-9662Sunday Services: 8:45 & 11 a.m.www.orangeumc.org

Sixes United Methodist Church8385 Bells Ferry Road, (770) 345-7644Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m.www.sixesumc.org

Union Hill United Methodist Church2000 A.J. Land Road, (678) 297-0550Sunday Service: 11 a.m.www.unionhillumc.org

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Jewish


St. Elizabeth Orthodox Church2263 E. Cherokee Drive, (770) 485-0504Sunday Divine Liturgy: 10 a.m. www.stelizabethga.org

Cherokee Presbyterian Church, PCA1498 Johnson Brady Road, (770) 704-9594Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.www.cherokee-pca.org

Faith Presbyterian Church USA3655 Reinhardt College ParkwaySunday Service: 10:30 a.m.(770) 479-6193, www.faithpc.us

Grace Church, PCA1160 Butterworth Road, (770) 265-5811Sunday Services: 11 a.m. www.gracecanton.org

Heritage Presbyterian Church5323 Bells Ferry Road, WoodstockSunday School: 9:45 a.m.Sunday Services: 8:45 & 11:10 a.m.(770) 926-3558, www.heritagepres.com

Sixes Presbyterian Church2335 Sixes Road, (770) 485-1975Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.www.sixeschurch.org

Trinity Presbyterian Church USA1136 Trinity Church Road, (678) 493- 6955Sunday Service: 11 a.m.www.trinity-presbyterian-church.org

Woodstock Presbyterian Church345 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock, (770) 926-0074 Traditional Worship Service: 11 a.m.

Our Lady of LaSalette Catholic Church2941 Sam Nelson Road, (770) 479-8923Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:30 p.m.Sunday Masses: 8 & 10:30 a.m.Sunday Spanish Mass: 5:30 p.m.www.lasalettecanton.com

St. Michael the Archangel490 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock, (770) 516-0009Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:30 p.m.Sunday Masses: 7:30, 9 & 11 a.m., 12:45 & 5:30 p.m.Sunday Spanish Mass: 2:30 p.m.www.stmichaelthearchangelwoodstock. catholicweb.com

Action Church271 Marietta Road, Canton Village Shopping CenterSunday Service: 10 a.m.(404) 317-0345, www.actionchurch.tv

AllPoints Community Church6488 Hickory Flat Highway, (678) 493-3430Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.allpointschurch.org

Antioch Christian3595 Sugar Pike Road, (770) 475-9628Sunday Services: 8:15 & 10:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.www.antiochcanton.org

Bethel Tabernacle13417 Fincher Road (Hwy. 108), (770) 479-4540Sunday Service: 12 noon

Canton Community Church260 Rolling Hills Heights, (770) 479-3792Sunday Service: 10:45 a.m.www.cantoncommunityministries.org

Canton Hispanic SDA462 Scott Road, (678) 493-2727Sabbath School: 9:15 a.m. Worship Service: 11:15 a.m.http://cantonhispanic22.adventistchurchconnect.org

Canton Adventist Church411 Scott Mill Road, (678) 880-0106Saturday Worship: 10 a.m.www.cantonfamiles.org

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints3459 East Cherokee Drive, (770) 720-9574Sunday Services: 1 p.m.

Church of the Messiah415 Charles Cox Drive, (770) 479-5280Sunday Service: 10 a.m.www.churchofthemessiah.net

Dayspring Church6835 Victory Drive, Acworth (770) 516-5733Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.www.dayspring-online.com

Emmanuel Community Church2135 East Cherokee Drive, (404) 668-2653Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.www.ecchurchsite.org

Grace Bible ChurchMeets at Cherokee Christian School Sunday Service: 11 a.m. (770) 355-8724, www.gracebc.info

Greater Bethel Community Church 211 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 592-9900 Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Hickory Flat Fellowship5301 Hickory Flat Highway, (770) 704-5050Sunday Service: 11 a.m.

Inner Quest Unlimited (a metaphysical Christian Church)12830 New Providence Road, AlpharettaSunday Service: 10:30 a.m.(770) 521-2875, www.innerQuestChurch.org

Jehovah’s Witnesses667 Scott Road, (770) 479-7028Call for local meeting times.

Lake Arrowhead Chapel1218 Lake Arrowhead Drive, (770) 479-3886

Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.lakearrowheadchapel.org

Life Bible Church124 P. Rickman industrial Drive, (770) 217-7494Sunday Services: 10 a.m. www.lifebiblechurch.com

Morning Star Church1006 owens Store Road, (678) 794-7486Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.morningstarcanton.com

new Covenant Bible1095 Scott Road, (770) 479-6412Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.newcovenantcanton.org

Oak Leaf Church Canton151 E.Marietta Street, (678) 653-4652Sunday Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m. www.oakleafcanton.com

The Pointe300 Adam Jenkins Memorial Pkwy., Suite 112Sunday Services: 9 & 11 a.m.www.myfriendschurch.com

Quaker — Canton Friends Worship Group360 East Marietta Street, (770) 720-4669Sunday Service: 2nd & 4th Sunday 10 [email protected], http://cantonfriend.org

The Quest Church411 Scott Mill Road, Canton, (678) 687-8670Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.thequestcanton.com

Resurrection Anglican Church231 Arnold Mill Road, (770) 591-0040Sunday Service: 8:30 & 10:45 a.mwww.resurrectionwoodstock.org

Revolution Church1130 Bluffs Parkway, (770) 345-2737 Sunday Services: 8:15, 9:45, 11:15 a.m. & 12:45 p.m.www.therevolution.tv

The River2335 Sixes Road, Canton (Sixes Presbyterian Gym)Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. www.riveratlanta.org

Soul’s Harbor Word of Faith Church110 Evergreen Road, (770) 345-2715Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. www.soulsharborchurch.com

St. Paul AME 390 Crisler Street, (770) 479-9691Sunday Service: 11 a.m. www.stpaulame-canton.org

Watermarke Church Meeting at Cherokee Charter Academy2126 Sixes Road, Canton (678) 880-9092Sunday Services: 9, 11 a.m. & 5 p.m.www.watermarkechurch.com

Word of Life Family 207 Marvin Land Lane, (770) 479-7693Sunday Service: 9 a.m.www.wolfc.net

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Presbyterian

Roman Catholic

Other Churches


The Power of ZZZZ continued from page 36

disorders; and medications. Several therapies have been developed and approved for insomnia. If you suffer from this common and chronic problem, please don’t ignore it for too long. It will take a toll on many obvious and hidden aspects of your life.

To Vaccinate or not to Vaccinate? continued from page 37

after vaccination. Pertussis prior to vaccination resulted in pneumonia in 1 out of 8 cases, encephalitis (brain infection) in 1 out of 20 cases and death in 1 out of 1500 cases. The most severe complication of the pertussis vaccine is acute encephalopathy or inflammation of the brain with rates ranging from 0 to 10 cases per million.

Stay tuned for more myths about vaccines addressed in upcoming issues. For now remember the most common vaccine preventable diseases in the United States are pertussis and influenza. Get your vaccines today.

Want to Go for a Ride? continued from page 52

to 103 degrees. Heat stroke will damage active cells in the brain, liver and intestinal track killing surrounding tissues. Even with treatment, the pet may still die.

The best way to avoid heat stroke is prevention. Don’t leave your pet unattended outside for a long period of time and never take your pet on errands during the summer heat. As you see with Ms. Smith, the quiet dog in the back is easily forgotten.

. . . Dust in my Home continued from page 48

the heated and cooled air in a home to be pulled into the attics and other unconditioned areas, where it is wasted.

All homes should be checked to make sure all these construction gaps and holes are sealed and caulked. Even though it is now required to seal these openings, one should have their attic checked to make sure it was correctly sealed. The space around the attic staircase should be airtight and sealed along with all the air conditioning grills and registers. This simple repair will not only cut down on dust and dirt buildup but also save hundreds of dollars on wasted energy costs.

The Benefits of Hair Extensions continued from page 50

Hair extensions can be used to add volume to flat hair, length to short hair, and versatility to any look. If your own hair has been damaged by coloring or over-styling, extensions can even camouflage the problem while you give your natural hair the therapy it needs to become healthy and shiny again.

Ready for a brand new look? Consult with your stylist about natural human hair extensions!

‘Invisible’ Technology continued from page 50

know that when you hit the “play” button, you can listen to your favorite music and enjoy your favorite beverage. Other items in your house also can be used to make technology invisible. With the click of a single button attached to your car’s sun visor, you can open the garage door, disarm the security system, and have Pandora playing by the time you walk in the door. Best of all, this is all easier than you would think. All it takes is a phone call to me!

Soon, even the world of TV will not be the same. You will not have a TV in the current sense. Instead, you will be able to transform your wallpaper into a TV—picking any color, pattern, or style on the fly. Your wallpaper could morph into a live scene in downtown Paris, if you like, or a 360-degree view of the football game as if you’re right on the field. All of this is coming sooner than you think, and I’ll be the guy to bring it into your living room!

a Lighter side of Gardening continued from page 52

• All we need is air, water, and a good supply of worms to survive.

• Some of us are late bloomers.• A haircut once in a while does us all wonders.• Soak up the sun when you can, but welcome the rain.• Let the little guys go first, and the big ones can stand in

the back.• Fences mean nothing when you are curious.• Rocks are part of life.• Sometimes birds poop on you.• You can plan as much as you want, but God has the

final say. If you do want to discuss gardening in clay soil, stop by and we’ll show you instead.

Get squashed continued from page 36

regulating properties. Did you know that blood sugar regulation is closely tied to our overall supply of B-complex vitamins? Winter squash contains five B vitamins. It has folate, pantothenic acid, B1, B3, and B6. Wow! Now go eat some squash. For some great squash recipes go to baxterchiro.com and like us on facebook. For monthly health tips sign up for our newsletter while you’re there. Hope this info helps. As always, stay well adjusted.


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Cherokee County Government: www.cherokeega.com Business Licenses (678) 493-6200 Commissioners (678) 493-6000 Clerk of Courts (678) 493-6511 Economic Development (770) 345-0600 Engineering office (Traffic Signals) (678) 493-6077 Environmental Health (770) 479-0444 Extension office (770) 479-0418 Jury Phone (770) 479-9011 Justice Center (Courts, Judges, etc.) (770) 479-1953 Planning & Zoning (678) 493-6101 Senior Services (770) 345-2675 Tax Assessors/Evaluation (678) 493-6120 Taxes: License Plates/Tags, Property Tax (678) 493-6400 Woodstock office (770) 924-4099 Renewals online https://mvd.dor.ga.gov/tags/ Voter Registration (770) 479-0407

Children and Family: Anna Crawford Children’s Center (770) 592-9779 Cherokee County Boys & Girls Club (770) 720-7712 Cherokee Family Violence Center (770) 479-1804 Cherokee Focus (770) 345-5483 Child Support Enforcement (770) 720-3581 Department of Family & Children Services (770) 720-3610 Hope Center (770) 924-0864 MuST Cherokee Ministries (770) 479-5397 Papa’s Pantry (770) 591-4730

City of Canton: City Hall (770) 704-1500 Fire Department (770) 479-7287 Police information (770) 720-4883

Driver’s Licenses www.dds.ga.gov (404) 657-9300

Georgia State Patrol (770) 720-6607

Health Department (770) 345-7371

Hospitals: Kennestone Hospital (770) 793-5000 Northside Hospital — Cherokee (770) 720-5100

Hotlines — 24 Hour Help lines: Battered Women Hotline (770) 479-1703 Drug Tip Line (Cherokee Co. Sheriff) (770) 345-7920 Poison Control Center (404) 616-9000 Poison Control Center (outside metro Atlanta) (800) 222-1222 Probate Court information Line (770) 704-2610 Rite-Call (Child Medical Problems) (404) 250-KiDS Sexual Assault & Family Violence Center (770) 428-2666

non-Emergency 911 (770) 479-3117

Parks and Recreation: Barnett Park (770) 924-7768 Boling Park (770) 720-7578 BridgeMill Athletic Club (770) 345-5500 Callahan Golf Links (770) 720-1900 Cherokee County outdoor YMCA (770) 591-5820 Cherokee County Soccer Association (770) 704-0187 www.csaimpact.com Cherokee Recreation and Parks Authority (770) 924-7768 www.crpa.net Cherokee Youth Lacrosse Assoc.: (770) 846-4843 www.cherokeelacrosse.com

Cherokee outdoor Family YMCA & G. Cecil Pruett Community Center Family YMCA pcy.ymcaatlanta.org, (770) 345-9622 North Atlanta Soccer Association: (770) 926-4175 [email protected] SCRA Park (770) 926-5672 www.scrabaseball.com Wildlife Action, inc. (800) 753-2264

Pets: Animal Control (678) 493-6200 Animal Shelter & Pet Adoptions (770) 345-7270 www.petfinder.com/shelters/GA460.html Cherokee County Humane Society (770) 928-5115 www.cchumanesociety.org Emergency Veterinary Clinic (770) 924-3720 Lost Pet Hotline (770) 615-3333 People4Pets (770) 516-7885 www.people4pets.com Second Chance Rescue www.secondchancedogs.org

Post Office (Canton) www.usps.com (800) 275-8777

Recycling Center (770) 516-4195

Sheriff’s Office www.cherokeega-sheriff.org (678) 493-4100 Utilities: Amicalola EMC (706) 253-5200 www.amicalolaemc.com AT&T (888) 757-6500 www.att.com Ball Ground Water (770) 735-2123 www.cityofballground.com BellSouth (404) 780-2355 www.bellsouth.com Canton Water (770) 704-1500 www.canton-georgia.com Charter Communications (888) 438-2427 www.charter.com Cherokee Water & Sewerage Authority (770) 479-1813 www.ccwsa.com Cobb EMC (770) 429-2100 www.cobbemc.com Comcast (404) 266-2278 www.comcast.com DirecTV (877) 516-6276 www.directv.com Dish Network (888) 825-2557 www.dishnetwork.com ETC Communications (706) 253-2271 www.northganow.com Gas South (866) 762-6427 www.gas-south.com Georgia Natural Gas (888) 442-7489 www.georgianaturalgas.com Georgia Power (888) 660-5890 www.southernco.com/gapower Scana Energy (877) 467-2262 www.scana.com Waleska Water (770) 479-2912 Windstream (866) 971-WiND www.windstream.com

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Carpet Dry Tech 23

Green Solutions 5

Chiropractors

Baxter Chiropractic 45

Churches

Liberty Hill Church inside Back

Cleaning Services

Molly Maid 15

Dentist/Orthodontists

Canton Heights Dental 38 & 39

Canton Pediatric Dentistry 5

Cherokee Children’s Dentistry 21

Cherokee Family Dental 53

Dr. Jerry Smith, P.C. 29

Williams orthodontics 49

Education/Instruction/Counseling

The Carpenter’s Shop 11

Christian Preschool

Huntington Learning Center Cover, 32 – 35

Health & Beauty

Home Improvement/Repair/Service

BAM Fence & Doors 17

Defender Pest Control 5

Mr. Junk 45

Reliable Heating, Air & Plumbing 49

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Autumn Hill Nursery 51

Landscape Matters 29

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Pearle Vision Back Cover

Pet/Veterinarian Services & Supplies

BridgeMill Animal Hospital 53

Physicians & Medical Services

Cherokee Women’s Health Specialists 1

DV Pediatrics 37

M.D. Minor Emergency & 23

Family Medicine

Northside Hospital — Cherokee 3

Northside Hospital Spine Center 11

Northside Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine 15

Prestige Primary Care 31

Progressive Audiology Center, inc. 23

Vein Center of North Georgia 17

Real Estate

Keller Williams Inside Front

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Audio intersection 51

Big Springs Farms 25

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Burns & Speights, P.C. 31

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Arranged to Eat 49

Downtown Kitchen 46 & 47

Revive Day Spa 15

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Crossfit Canton 30

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