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Thursday, November 11th

ANNUAL DOUGLAS COUNTY
VETERANS DAY LIGHTED PARADE
Parade steps off at 7 p.m.
Route: Douglas County High School through downtown
and back to the High School

Line the route and salute our veterans, active military,

and our Flag!
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 Chairman’s Corner
Tom Worthan, Chairman
Douglas County Board of Commissioners

Flood Insurance
I was amazed to recently learn that there are only 350 flood insurance policies in force in Douglas County, and
only 67 of these are in high-risk areas. This concerns me because flooding is a fairly common and natural hazard in our
County, and it seems that someone’s property is flooded each year.
Many years ago, Douglas County prohibited the building of any house or other
dwelling within the 100-year floodplain of any creek or stream. For those creeks and
streams that do not have a defined floodplain, the setback is between 50 and 200 feet,
depending on the size of the creek and its drainage basin. Still, we have some homes
that get flooded because storm water goes where it wants to go, and not necessarily
where we want it to go.
Georgia is subject to heavy rain resulting from sudden thunderstorms, tropical storms and hurricanes. The
results of flooding can be devastating, and while some floods develop over time, others can occur within minutes, as we
saw in September 2009 when over 1,000 homes were flooded. Residents need to protect their homes and assets with
flood insurance now - before another weather event occurs and it’s too late.
The September 2009 floods affected many homes that were significantly outside of the normal flow of water, so
it’s not just those who live “on the water” who need to consider flood insurance. Flood insurance is available to every
Douglas County homeowner, regardless of where the property is located in a valley or on top of a hill. Please also
remember that regular homeowners insurance does not cover flooding; it covers rain but not rising water. Only flood
insurance covers flooding.
Do you need flood insurance? To assess your risk, I encourage you to visit www.FloodSmart.gov, look on the
left-hand side of the page for a red box that says “One Step Flood Risk Profile”, fill in the blanks,
and it will help you rate your risk of flooding, tell you approximately what flood insurance would
cost for your property, and give you a list of local insurance agents who can help you. The web
site visit is free, and there is no obligation to purchase flood insurance from anyone, but it will give
you some food for thought. Flood insurance is issued by the National Flood Insurance Program
regardless of from whom you purchase it, so it has a solid foundation.
I just want you to be safe.

Emergency Notification
Keeping you safe is the Number One priority of government. Last month, I told you about the County’s new
emergency notification system that will call you in case we know of an emergency or
an emergency situation that is coming your way, such as a tornado. Many of you
have already signed up for this free service, but we need to keep spreading the word.
Please visit https://alertregistration.com/douglascountygeorgia and fill in the blanks. It’s that simple. When you
complete the form, you tell us how you want us to alert you to an impending emergency. You have the choice of
house/business phone, cell phone, text messaging, or e-mail - or all of these! We will use this program only in times of
emergency, and your phone numbers and other information are protected and will not be given out to anyone else. If
you have any problem with this registration, just call our Communications Department at 770.920.7593 and they will get
you registered.

New 911/Emergency Operations Center

Emergency alerts will be issued by Douglas County 911 in cooperation with the
Douglas County Emergency Management Agency. A new 911/Emergency Operations
Center is now under construction on property adjacent to the Courthouse, and it will
be a state-of-the-art communications facility when it opens next Spring. The building
will house Douglas County 911 and our Emergency Management Agency, and will also
contain an Emergency Operations Center where we will be able to bring together representatives from all agencies and
departments responding to the emergency into one room for better communication and coordination. The September
2009 floods showed us how badly we needed this type of facility. The new building is funded by the 911 charge that is
added to your monthly phone bill plus an appropriation from Congress. We plan to hold a big Open House when
construction is complete, and you will be invited!

Veterans Day Lighted Parade

One of the more unique events on our annual calendar is the County’s Veterans
Day Lighted Parade that takes place each year on November 11th. It is our effort to
salute our veterans, our active military, and the American Flag. The County does this in
cooperation with our veterans service organizations, and all units are required to salute
these heroes; no self-promotion is allowed.
The parade steps off from Douglas County High School on Campbellton Street at
7 p.m., proceeds north on Campbellton, west on Church, and then south on Bowden and
Woodrow back to the high school. Please come line the streets to salute those who defend
and defended our Nation!
Be a part of the parade! There is no entry fee, but we need you to register. It is
a night parade, so all units are requested to light up their cars/floats and all walking units
are asked to carry flashlights. Call our Department of Communications and Community
Relations at 770.920.7593 to enter and for more information, and I’ll see you at the parade!

Citizen’s Christmas Tree Lighting

In case you haven’t noticed, the Citizen’s Tree in front of the Courthouse keeps
growing, and we will light it again this year for Christmas on Monday night,
November 29th, at 7 p.m. The Citizen’s Christmas Tree is a symbol of the joy of the
season, and we hope that you will join us for hot chocolate, cookies, and peppermint canes
as we kick off the holiday season. The wonderful Arbor Station Elementary School Chorus
will be performing and leading us in Christmas carols and music, and we have invited
Santa to stop by to meet and greet all of the kids in Douglas County.
It has become a holiday tradition that my family and I enjoy, and I hope that you will join us for a few minutes of
fun and fellowship on November 29th.

Keeping in Touch
November marks the 3rd anniversary of my “Chat with the Chairman” series of
monthly meetings with our citizens in the community where you live - 36 “Chats” and
counting. These informal times with residents allow me to hear what you are thinking
and give me the opportunity to answer your questions one-on-one. “Chats” are held on
the third Monday evening of each month at the fire station that corresponds to that
month’s number, so November’s will be held Monday, November 15th, from 6 - 7 p.m.,
at Fire Station No. 11 (since November is the 11th month). Fire Station No. 11 is located on Dallas Highway in north
Douglasville, and I look forward to seeing you there.
To ensure that you know about everything “happening” in Douglas County, please
subscribe to our free weekly e-mail newsletter, “Douglas County Happenings”, that is issued
every Thursday morning. Log on to the County web site at www.CelebrateDouglasCounty.com
and look for the Happenings icon, click through, fill in the blanks, and we’ll keep you informed!
Please also follow us on facebook at Douglas County Happenings for daily updates.
I also very much appreciate Tim Collins and the staff of Chapel Hill News & Views for allowing me to have the
“Chairman’s Corner” each month in the magazine. This is true community spirit!

Time to be Thankful
There is so much to be thankful for, even in hard times. We live in a great County, a great State, and a great
Nation, and I am thankful for my family, my friends, and for the Douglas County family.

Happy Thanksgiving!
Tom
government
THOUGHTS FROM THE MAYOR
Each month Douglasville’s Mayor, Mickey
Thompson writes a column about a subject which
is of interest to many residents of Douglasville, and
Douglas County. The city of Douglasville’s web-
site is: www.ci.douglasville.ga.us. Mayor’s Email:
thompsonm@ci.douglasville.ga.us
One of my priorities from the start of my first term as Mayor of the
City of Douglasville has been to improve our community’s appear-
ance. I believe we have made great progress, but certainly I continue
to look for ways to make Douglasville a more attractive place to live,
work, and visit.
With the City Council and I working together, we have taken many
initiatives to enhance the appearance of our neighborhoods, cen-
tral business district and other commercial areas, our parks, and our
streets and highways.
A BRIEF REVIEW. In some previous columns in the Chapel Hill
News & Views, I have talked about changes we have made in de-
velopment standards for residential and non-residential areas. We
now require brick, where past construction requirements enabled less
durable and less attractive siding. The minimum square footage of
housing has been increased to 1,800 to curtail the proliferation of
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starter homes in Douglasville, with an exception to 1,500 square feet
being possible if a builder incorporates certain quality upgrades or
if the housing is on large lots. New standards in the downtown area
have brought a new vision for our central business district.
If you compare the standards required by the City of Douglasville
now as compared to a decade ago, you will find that we have “raised
the bar.” And the actions we have taken continue to result in im-
provements to the quality of life in our community. We are not only
making Douglasville a better place to live in 2010, but we also are
working to make sure our children have a better place to live in the
years ahead.
Over the years we have increased the number of inmate crews
from the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and State correctional facili-
ties which pick up trash and garbage on City streets and in City parks.
Also, this work has been done by men and women sentenced to
perform community service. Not only has this resulted in Douglasville
being a better looking place to live; but by working with the judicial
system and the correctional system, we’ve been able to get this work
done at much less expense to the taxpayers.
The City’s Maintenance and Sanitation Department employees
work hard to keep our community looking good: trash and garbage
collection, street sweeping, cemetery maintenance, street and side-
walk maintenance, and services in the downtown area, and main-
tenance of City government buildings. I am proud of what they do.
Also, I also am proud of the previously mentioned services provided
by the inmate crews and community service workers, which enables
the City significantly to expand the amount of work which can be
done.
In this month’s column, I want to focus on a relatively new assign-
ment I and the City Council members have given Maintenance and
Sanitation Director Greg Roberts. And I’m sure he will do a great
job with it, as well as continuing to manage the other activities of this
department.
MAKING INTERSTATE 20 MORE ATTRACTIVE. For people
driving through Douglasville on Interstate 20, the appearance of this
expressway and the adjacent right of way certainly makes a lasting
impression. And for citizens of Douglasville - Douglas County, how
things look as you travel along this section of I-20 can cause you to
feel good about the place you call home...or it can have the opposite
effect. I know that’s the way it is with me.
Several years ago I became concerned about the level of care
being given to three I-20 interchanges in Douglasville: Chapel Hill
Road, Fairburn Road (Georgia Highway 92), and Georgia High-
way 5. Now, at that time the Georgia Department of Transportation
(GDOT) wanted local governments to stay off its property and let only
the State maintain it. But the intervals between the times attention
was paid to tall grass, trash pickup, and the general appearance of
this land was much too long to suit me. As a result, I made sure Mr.
Roberts was assigning to his employees the responsibility of keeping
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these interchanges looking good on a far more frequent basis than
could be done using GDOT’s schedule.
The City -- with our Maintenance employees and with inmates
provided through Douglas County Sheriff Phil Miller and the State of
Georgia -- over the past few years expanded our services along I-20
within the city limits to include trash pickup.
And very recently, as you may know, the City has added a fourth
interchange to our cleanup list; namely, Thornton Road. While the
city limits are only on two sides of this interchange, we assumed re-
sponsibility for cleaning up the interchange because some motels in
the area which are located within the city limits pointed out the poor
appearance of this interchange actually was resulting in travelers de-
ciding not to make reservations with them.
Another action taken by the City Council in recent years to im-
prove the appearance of our community to I-20 travelers has been
to raise the standards on new construction which is visible along the
expressway. (Of course, we’ve also done this elsewhere in the City.)
I’m referring to building materials, building facades, and screening
requirements.
Let me conclude this column by telling you two significant steps
this City government has taken in the past few months which I believe
will enable that part of our community along I-20 to look even better.
First, the City of Douglasville applied to the Georgia Department
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of Transportation for a $50,000 Gateway grant for landscaping and
related beautification at the I-20 - Fairburn Road interchange. The
grant was approved, and this project now is being implemented.
The City government had to agree to maintain this landscaping and
beautification in the future. By next spring you should see the results.
Second, the City of Douglasville convinced GDOT to sign an
agreement with the City of Douglasville whereby the City would do
the mowing and trash pick-up in the four interchanges previously
identified by me in this column, as well as along some 4.8 miles of
median and other right of way adjacent to I-20 between Bright Star
Road and Burnt Hickory Road/Midway Road.
In closing, let me note the City will continue to work with GDOT to
improve the appearance of I-20 in Douglasville. The City of Doug-
lasville has submitted to GDOT a new application for another Gate-
way project, and the Keep Douglasville Beautiful (KDB) has done
the same. One is for the Chapel Hill Road interchange and the
other is for the Georgia Highway 5 interchange. If approved, we’ll
be able to do landscaping and other beautification at both of these
interchanges.
Also, the City is working to try to get lighting installed by GDOT at
the Fairburn Road, Chapel Hill Road, and Highway 5 interchanges.
My continuing commitment is to make the City of Douglasville an
attractive community, and this includes the I-20 corridor.
You’ve served us well.
Now it’s our turn.
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marriage&family
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Born: July 13, 2010 Weight: 8lbs, 2oz
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Born: September 3, 2010 Born: September 7, 2010
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Born: May 18, 2010 Payton
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marriage&family
engagement & wedding ANNOUNCEMENTS
Nicholas Tate & Kristen Granath
Lisa and Steve Granath, of Doug-
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daughter, Kristen Leanne to Nicholas Ray
Tate, son of Judy and Mike Gordon of
Douglasville and Gary Tate of Ooltewah,
Tennessee.
The couple will be married in Novem-
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Demarkus Taylor & Natasha Olds
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Originally from Irvington, New Jersey, the
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Tim & Kandi Pace
Tim and Kandi Pace were married Au-
gust 14th in St. Simons Island in Savan-
nah. Their pastor, Carla Pryor, officiated
the ceremony.
The best man was TJ Pace and Ashley
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Michael, was a groomsman and also gave
her away. Kandi’s daughter Megan was a
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Nick Johnston & Nicole Arroyo
Nick Johnston and Nicole Arroyo will
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The Family ConneCTion
The Art of Being Thankful
By Kerry Patuka. She is a degreed and certified
educator, licensed minister and founder of Drive 5
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Every good parent, teacher and grandparent asks children these
two important questions: “What’s the magic word?” and “What do
you say?” Of course, we all know the answers, but saying ‘please’
and ‘thank you’ is just the beginning of thankfulness.
The basics of being thankful can be taught but the art of being
thankful is caught. We need to live our lives with an attitude of grati-
tude and model that for our children through our words and actions.
As adults, we often find it difficult to be thankful when things get
tough, but we often expect our kids to be thankful when they are just
not feeling it. Hard times to us include job stress, financial problems,
relationship difficulties, ill health and more. But to our kids, not get-
ting to play with a friend, lots of homework, not being able to buy a
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or cleaning your church or school. When giving a gift, involve your
children in selecting the item, making a card or drawing a picture, as
well as wrapping and giving the gift.
Responsibilities at home teach gratefulness for all the effort, time
and money it takes to live life. Every child should have things that
they are responsible to help with or to do on their own to help the
home keep running. Young children can help by sorting their own
laundry, dusting, setting the table, caring for pets and more. As they
get older, they can take on more chores. These should be jobs they
do not get paid to do. These are jobs they do because they are a
part of the family.
Not putting your toys away means they may be stepped on and
broken, leaving your bike in the driveway means it might get hit by a
car and not caring for your iPod, computer or wii means it may stop
working. Having kids care for their own stuff and suffering the con-
sequences when they do not, builds responsibility and thankfulness.
The heart of not caring for things is a heart of ingratitude.
As we prepare for the season of thanks, let’s take the time to pre-
pare our kids to live a life of thankfulness. As with any art, becoming
a grateful person takes many years and much practice until our kids
have this instilled into their character. When we see our kids giving
on their own, caring for their things and being thankful without being
asked “what do we say?”, then we know they are on their way.

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toy or having to eat something they do not want to eat are all tough
times. Add to that being picked on, having a learning disability or
not fitting in at school and our kids can find vey little to be thankful
for in their everyday lives.

KiD to KiD
Like us, our kids can feel overwhelmed, disgruntled and unthank-
ful. We look at their ‘issues’ and we tend to brush them off, but they

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are real to them. This is where we as parents must teach, model and
create ways to instill gratefulness into their character.
An old joke describes a terrible stormy Sunday night at church fol-
lowing a week of bad weather that had brought much damage to the
community. The parishioners are all wondering what their perpetu-
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kid’s school
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Along the historic trail, one will find quaint town squares, favorite
restaurants only known by the locals, unique shopping, and attractions.
More than a century ago, the blast of cannon fire could be heard as
brother fought against brother. Our farms became battlefields as the
Confederates fought the Federals across the south. As Sherman passed
through the southern states, the ruins of war on our own soil would be
retold. Museums are filled with Civil War relics that were discovered
in our own backyard; some items may still be waiting to be unearthed.
With a metal detector, who knows what you may find? One thing
is certain - in northwest Georgia, the flood gate of war opened here
as Union troops fought a war that was not won easily. Many major
sites can be visited, and those who watch war movies can see live
re-enactments at the same locations, as well as make plans to attend
many events throughout the year. The stories are numerous! Take a
tour of the nation’s largest and oldest battlefield park at Chickamauga
and Chattanooga. Only the Battle of Gettysburg had more losses.
Visit the Old Stone Church Museum in Ringgold where the gospel
hymn “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” was first played. See stains
from the wounded still on the floor as the church was used as a hospital
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travel
during the war. Take a trip along the tracks from historic Tunnel Hill,
to Kennesaw’s Little General that is known as part of
the Smithsonian. Visit the Dalton Depot, but
bring your camera! This is a great place
for train enthusiasts of every age. Drive
along the sites of Allatoona Pass and
Kennesaw Mountain where the Confed-
erates held off the Union army.
Another familiar hymn, “Hold the Fort”,
was inspired by a very impelling story during this
part of the war. As the Union troops were held, they tried
to save time by coming through Bartow County along today’s Route
61. Barricades can still be seen on private property as they made
their way to Paulding County where the Confederates were waiting.
Learn the untold story whose defeat was left out of Sherman’s memoirs.
Step back in time to discover a day of adventure that cannot be found
anywhere else in the country! These are not boring war stories to be
forgotten in the history books.
Some were neighbors who were once traveled through this region,
or lived in our towns. When you drive along the Blue and Gray trail,
the journey will never be the same, again!
in celebration of America Recycles Day
We can recycle anything that plugs in or
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petpages
Pet Set Pet Care Tip
How to Treat Dry Itchy Skin in Dogs
By Dixie Popham - Owner, Pet Set Grooming,
3313 Hwy. 5 Across from Publix, 770-949-0579
Does your dog suffer from dry, itchy skin? This
is a common problem in dogs as they spend
more time outdoors where they potentially ex-
pose themselves to environmental factors that
can cause skin dryness, itching, and flaking. In
addition, dogs tend to have more sensitive skin than their human
companions. Before attempting to home treat dry skin in dogs, it’s
important to rule out more serious causes of canine itching such as
parasites, fleas, bacterial infections, mites, and skin allergies. Once
your dog has a clean bill of health, you can start working with reduc-
ing his symptoms and give him relief from his incessant scratching.
Here are some ways to relieve dry, itchy skin in dogs.
If you’re using a harsh shampoo on your dog’s skin, it may be
stripping the skin surface of essentials oils and aggravating your
dog’s dry skin. Choose an all natural dog shampoo with essential
oils formulated for dogs with sensitive skin. You can also purchase
canine conditioners that have added hydrocortisone to relieve severe
itching and reduce inflammation.
Nutrition can play an important role in eliminating dry, flaky skin in
a dog. Be sure that you’re feeding your dog a nutritionally balanced
diet. If you’re using commercial dog food, use a premium brand
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and supplement with Omega-3 fatty acid supplements. Deficiency in
essential fatty acids can often present with dry, flaky skin in dogs. A
balanced diet and supplementation with high quality fatty acids can
often correct the problem of dry, itchy skin in dogs.
Holiday Safety Tips
Submitted by ASPCA.org
Of course you want to include your furry companions in the fes-
tivities, pet parents, but as you celebrate this holiday season, try to
keep your pet’s eating and exercise habits as close to their normal
routine as possible. And be sure to steer them clear of the following
unhealthy treats, toxic plants and dangerous decorations:
O Christmas Tree
Securely anchor your Christmas tree so it doesn’t tip and fall,
causing possible injury to your pet. This will also prevent the tree
water - which may contain fertilizers that can cause stomach upset
- from spilling. Stagnant tree water is a breeding ground for bacte-
ria and your pet could end up with nausea or diarrhea should he
imbibe.
Tinsel-less Town
Kitties love this sparkly, light-catching “toy” that’s easy to bat
around and carry in their mouths. But a nibble can lead to a swal-
low, which can lead to an obstructed digestive tract, severe vom-
iting, dehydration and possible surgery. It’s best to brighten your
boughs with something other than tinsel.
No Feasting for the Furries
By now you know not to feed your pets chocolate and anything
sweetened with xylitol, but do you know the lengths to which an
enterprising fur kid will go to chomp on something yummy? Make
sure to keep your pets away from the table and unattended plates
of food, and be sure to secure the lids on garbage cans.
Leave the Leftovers
Fatty, spicy and no-no human foods, as well as bones, should
not be fed to your furry friends. Pets can join the festivities in other
fun ways that won’t lead to costly medical bills.
These Pets Need Homes
These pets can be adopted for a $50 donation to the Douglas
County Humane Society. Call 770-489-7164 for more information.
Beagle 1
Beagle 1 is sweet, quiet, and loving.
He is neutered, vaccinated, heartwork
negative and ready for a forever home.
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She is spayed, vaccinated, heartwork
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Bella
Bella is a two and a half year old New-
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about 87 pounds. She is not suitable for a
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health&beauty
Personal Trainers Corner
8 StepS to Surviving Holiday WeigHt gain
By Leslie Austin - Leslie Austin has been in the
fitness industry for 16 years as a Personal Trainer
and Fitness Instructor. She is currently employed
with Gold’s Gym in Douglasville. You can reach
her at LesAus10@aol.com
It seems to happen every holiday season. You
attend parties and office gatherings to share a few
festive moments with family, friends, colleagues and lots and lots of
food. But when the holiday season is finally over, the scale reveals
that you’ve gained some weight again.
How can you try to maintain your weight and heart-health during
such a tempting time? Here are 8 tips to surviving the holiday hoop-
la this season and seasons to come.
1. Get moving.
One of the most effective ways to maintain or lose body weight
is to engage in regular, sustained exercise. To burn off those extra
calories, kick up your exercise. If you exercise for 30 minutes a day,
increase it to 45 minutes. If you exercise three times a week, move
it up to five times a week. Exercise is a great way to burn those extra
calories you may be taking in this time of year (remember the leftover
stuffing you had with lunch?).
2. Aim for seven-a-day.
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etables each day is a great way to help fill-up your stomach but not
your calorie level. When compared to other snack foods like chips,
crackers and cookies, gram for gram, fruits and vegetables contain
fewer calories and tons more nutrients. What’s more – the fiber in
fruits and vegetables fill you up faster than traditional snack foods.
Pack your refrigerator with bags of cut-up vegetables and whole or
cut-up fruits. Grab a bag while on the go or at work. Make a pact
with yourself that you’ll eat your five-a-day before you snack on any
cookies or other holiday treats. You’re sure to take in fewer calories
overall.
3. Control the risk for temptation.
Controlling even the slightest chance of coming in contact with
‘tempting’ foods is one way to effectively reduce your intake. While
you won’t be able to control all situations, focus on the many ones
you can. For example, do you keep candy or cookies at your desk or
workspace? Do you frequent the dining room table or pantry where
you store all your holiday goodies? Make a mental note of tempting
places and try to control them. For example, make a pact with co-
workers that goodies will be kept solely in the break room, not at the
front desk or in various offices. Mentally plan out how you will avoid
tempting situations. If you can’t avoid them entirely, see number 4.
4. Limit to one-a-day.
While you can’t control every situation, you can control how much
food goes into your mouth. If you are constantly bombarded with
holiday parties and displays of desserts or candies you can still ef-
fectively help prevent overeating and weight gain. One way is the
one-a-day method. Allow yourself one small serving of a cookie or
piece of candy each day during the holiday season. Remember that
you may have to compensate for it later in the day by reducing your
total caloric intake or by burning a few extra calories while exercis-
ing. If you aren’t confronted with holiday foods that day, just skip your
one-a-day – but don’t compensate and double-up on your serving
the next day.
GoldsGymWestGA 5. Always plan ahead – Never go to a party hungry.
Before you go to a holiday party, eat a healthy snack such as a
serving of your favorite fruit, fat-free yogurt or a low-fat, whole grain
granola bar. When you arrive at the party, you won’t be craving hors
d’oeuvres.
6. Be in charge of your party choices:
Small plate, please - Be wise when choosing appetizers – a small
portion of some appetizers may help you from overeating at dinner.
Avoid the sauce - Avoid sauces made from cream, half-and-half
or meat drippings. For salads, use oil and vinegar, vinaigrette or low-
fat dressings. Broth -based or vegetable sauces are fine.
7. Say no politely.
Many times you feel forced to eat foods because people keep put-
ting it in front of you. Learn to say no politely, such as “No thank you,
I’ve had enough. Everything was delicious” or “I couldn’t eat another
bite. Everything tasted wonderful”. You’ll find saying no isn’t so hard
to do after all.
8. Focus on socializing.
Don’t stand around the food table when you are at a party – focus
your energies on making conversation with others instead of focusing
on foods. Conversation is calorie-free.
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Blissful Skin Care HOLIDAY SPARKLE

By Leanne Lee, Bliss Hair Salon and Day Spa,
4040 Chapel Hill Road, 770-942-1100
If you are like most women, you look forward
to the Holidays. It is a chance to dress up, wear
shimmering make-up, and paint your nails a
glamorous color. But for some, this time of year
results in the opposite reaction. Fear! Fear of all the choices. I
wanted to come up with some basic tips for looking your best at the
Holidays, as well as cover some of the fall and winter trends in hair
and make-up.
Skin
No matter how much make-up you wear, if your skin is a mess, then
you won’t look your best. The following are some things you can do
to rejuvenate your skin.
1. Remove your make-up every single night with a gentle cleanser
for your skin type, and cleanse your skin every morning before ap-
plying make-up. This seems like such a basic step, but the fact is,
women often shortchange themselves by not cleansing thoroughly.
Proper cleansing is the foundation of vibrant, healthy skin.
2. Hydrate your skin with a moisturizer selected for your skin type.
The correct moisturizer will minimize fine lines, plump the skin, and
protect the skin from the environment.
3. Exfoliate 1-3 times per week. Exfoliation stimulates the cell
renewal process to help improve texture and brighten skin.

hungry
Hair
Rich, glossy hair is the ultimate accessory to your holiday outfits.
1. Ask your stylist for a deep conditioning treatment. Summer sun,

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salt, and chlorine can rob your hair of its natural moisture and shine.
2. Go Bold and Warm with your hair color. Cinnamon Reds,
Caramels, and Chocolate are a “do” for Fall and Winter.
3. Let your brows be Bold. The over-plucked, over-arched brow
is out. Tweezing is addictive. If your brows need rehabilitation, see a Are you hungry for love, unconditional love? Because unconditional is what
you need. You’ve blown it, made a mess of life, and deep inside you wonder if
cosmetologist or esthetician to help you reshape your brow. anyone could love you the way you are. God does, and that’s why God let His
only son, Jesus Christ, die on a cross almost 2,000 years ago. Jesus died for you
Makeup because God knew you would fail to measure up. That’s how much God loves
you. The Bible, God’s book, says, “While you were a sinner, a person who failed
Makeup is a low-commitment way to experiment with color, so go and missed God’s standards, Jesus died for you.” But that’s not all--God also
ahead, and try something new! raised Jesus from the dead, and because Jesus lives forever, you can too. You
can receive unconditional love and a new start on life.
1. Flawless Foundation is the key to a beautiful look. Experts
agree mineral makeup is the best recommendation for healthy skin.
Quality minerals are weightless, chemical free, dye free, and fra-
grance free. You’ll find that it is much easier to find the perfect shade
for your skin with mineral makeup. Check out www.janeiredale.com
to see their entire line of mineral makeup.
2. Master the Smoky Eye. The “new” smoky eye is a little brighter
and lighter, and much easier to wear. Use shades like plum, mocha,
and navy instead of black or charcoal. Also, use a little bit of shim-
mering eye shadow in the inner corner of the eye. To speak to someone about beginning your relationship with God,
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health&beauty

Nail Care Pointers

NEW frENch Wrap maNicurE
By Jeanne Grace Curtis, Nails Your Way, 770-
949-3113, www.nailsyourway.com
Everybody that wears French polish expects to
get, at most, four or five days of unchipped polish.
Several manufacturers have recently introduced a
new longer lasting French color alternative. This
product is not considered to be a nail extension,
but it is an exceptionally thin, flexible, colored plastic application de-
signed to mimic the white polish used in French manicures. It provides
a non-chipping, no fade, consistent white French color. It provides
a perfect smile line every time. The results last for up to two weeks.
Even though this French wrap system is not considered to be a nail
extension, it does provide enough protection to help weak splitting
nails to grow out. It can be used to prevent nail biting as well. De-
pending on the condition, it can be maintained after two weeks with
a manicure and a reapplication of the base and top seal coatings.
If a new set is required, it can be soaked off easily in pure acetone.
If you love the clean fresh look of a French manicure but have
always wanted it to last more than a few days, the new French Wrap
Manicure is the answer. It provides a perfect two-week white French
color polish that you will be proud to wear for any occasion.

croWN & glory WElcomEs NEW stylists

Crown & Glory Salon & Spa recently welcomed two new stylists, Toni
“Blac Barbie” and Sadique.
Toni specializes in quick weave and sew-ins. Sadique specializes in healthy
hair, natural hair, custom cuts and doobie wraps. From New Jersey, Sadique
has more than 15 years experience in the beauty industry.
Crown & Glory Salon & Spa is located at 7475 Douglas Boulevard in
Douglasville. You may call 770-949-1086 for more information or to book
an appointment with one of their new stylists.

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Wellness Tips
HOLIDAY HeALtH tIps
By Angela Sanders, Nutritional Counselor and
owner of Greentree Day Spa, 6842 Douglas Bou-
levard, 770-947-8733
Stretch. With the cooler temperatures many
people are hitting the outdoors to achieve their
fall fitness goals. Remeber with the colder tem-
peratures your muscles are more susceptible to injuries so make sure
you always include a proper warm up routine. Stretching can maxi-
mize your flexibility and range of motion to ensure the rest of your
workout is a sucess.
Stay hydrated. - As the humidity decreases and the dry air in-
creases, make sure to keep your skin hydrated. There are also some
great exfoliating treatments to remove dead cells from your skins sur-
face leaving skin clean, fresh and glowing. Microdermabrasion or a
enzyme peel are great for this time of year. They can remove damage
for the summer sun and leave your skin feeling smoother.
Protect your skin and lips. When the season’s change it is al-
ways a good idea to change your cleanser and moisturizing products.
With winter coming your skin needs more moisture and your current
products that worked great for the summer months may not be what
your skin needs for the winter. For healthy lips, don’t leave home
without your lip balm. With the changes in tempatures your lips can
become dry and chapped. Lip balm especially one with a sunscreen
in it can be very beneficial this time of year.
Take vitamins. Last but certainly not least...make sure you are
taking a good whole food multi-vitamin, getting plenty of rest, drink-
ing atleast 64 ounces of water each day, eating a diet rich in dark
green leafy vegetables and foods rich in antioxidents. Avoid pro-
cessed foods and foods high in sugar. Make sure you are eating
atleast 25-30 grams of fiber each day and try adding some extra
Vitamin C to your daily diet to help boost your immune system. Pro-
tecting your immune system and feeding your body healthy foods are
some basic keys to staying healthy during the fall and winter months.
Stay focused on the important issues in your life and remember if
you don’t take care of yourself, no one else will.

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money&finance
Tax Tips in a Falling Stock Market
By T. Dennis Connally. T. Dennis Connally is a certi-
fied public accountant with an office at 8483 Camp-
bellton St., across from the post office. His office can
be reached at 770-920-2890 or www.tdconnally.com.
You have carefully considered the multitude of com-
plex tax and financial factors, run the numbers, meet the eligibility
requirements, and are ready to convert your traditional IRA to a
Roth IRA. The question now remains, however, how do you convert
your IRA?
Conversion basics
A conversion is a penalty-free taxable transfer of amounts from
a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA. You can convert part or all of the
money in your regular IRA to a Roth. When you convert your tradi-
tional IRA to a Roth, you will have to pay income tax on the amount
converted. However, a traditional IRA may be converted (or rolled
over) penalty-free to a Roth IRA as long as you meet the require-
ments for conversion, including adjusted gross income (AGI) limits
in effect until 2010. You should have funds outside the IRA to pay
the income tax due on the conversion, rather than taking a with-
drawal from your traditional IRA to pay for it - those withdrawals
are subject to an early withdrawal penalty and they cannot be put
back at a later time to continue to accumulate in the tax-free envi-
ronment of an IRA.
Big news for 2010 and beyond
Beginning in 2010, you can convert from a traditional to a Roth
IRA with no income level or filing status restrictions. For 2008,
Roth IRAs are available for individuals with a maximum adjusted
gross income of $116,000 ($169,000 for joint filers and heads of
household). These income limits have prevented many individuals
from establishing or converting to a Roth IRA. Not only is the in-
come limitation eliminated after 2009, taxpayers who convert to a
Roth IRA in 2010 can recognize the conversion amount in adjusted
gross income (AGI) ratably over two years, in 2011 and 2012.
Under the Law No Social Security COLA for 2011
Monthly Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
benefits for more than 58 million Americans will not automatically in-
crease in 2011, the Social Security Administration announced today.
The Social Security Act provides for an automatic increase in So-
cial Security and SSI benefits if there is an increase in the Consumer
Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W)
from the third quarter of the last year a cost-of-living adjustment
(COLA) was determined to the third quarter of the current year. As
determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there is no increase in
the CPI-W from the third quarter of 2008, the last year a COLA was
determined, to the third quarter of 2010, therefore, under existing
law, there can be no COLA in 2011.
Other changes that would normally take effect based on changes
in the national average wage index also will not take effect in January
2011. Since there is no COLA, the statute also prohibits a change in
the maximum amount of earnings subject to the Social Security tax as
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Conversion methods
There are three ways to convert your traditional IRA to a Roth.
Generally, the conversion is treated as a rollover, regardless of the
conversion method used. Any converted amount is treated as a
distribution from the traditional IRA and a qualified rollover contri-
bution to the Roth IRA, even if the conversion is accomplished by
means of a trustee-to-trustee transfer or a transfer between IRAs of
the same trustee.
1. Rollover conversion. Amounts distributed from a traditional
IRA may be contributed (i.e. rolled over) to a Roth IRA within 60
days after the distribution.
2. Trustee-to-trustee transfer. Amounts in a traditional IRA may
be transferred in a trustee-to-trustee transfer from the trustee of the
traditional IRA to the trustee of the Roth IRA. The financial institu-
tion holding your traditional IRA assets will provide directions on
how to transfer those assets to a Roth IRA that is maintained with
another financial institution.
3. Internal conversions. Amounts in a traditional IRA may be
transferred to a Roth IRA maintained by the same trustee. Conver-
sions made with the same trustee can be made by redesignating
the traditional IRA as a Roth IRA, in lieu of opening a new account
or issuing a new contract.
As with the trustee-to-trustee transfer, the financial institution
holding the traditional IRA assets will provide instructions on how
to transfer those assets to a Roth IRA. The transaction may be sim-
pler in this instance because the transfer occurs within the same
financial institution.
Failed conversions
A failed conversion has significant negative tax consequences,
and generally occurs when you do not meet the Roth IRA eligibility
or statutory requirements; for example, your AGI exceeds the limit
in the year of conversion or you are married filing separately.
well as the retirement earnings test exempt amounts. These amounts
will remain unchanged in 2011. The website www.ssa.gov provides
more information on 2011 Social Security and SSI changes.
Information about Medicare changes for 2011, when available,
will be found at www.Medicare.gov. The Department of Health and
Human Services has not yet announced if there will be any Medicare
premium changes for 2011. Should there be an increase in the
Medicare Part B premium, the law contains a “hold harmless” provi-
sion that protects more than 70 percent of Social Security beneficia-
ries from paying a higher Part B premium, in order to avoid reducing
their net Social Security benefit. Those not protected include higher
income beneficiaries subject to an income-adjusted Part B premium
and beneficiaries newly entitled to Part B in 2011. In addition, almost
20 percent of beneficiaries have their Medicare Part B premiums paid
by state medical assistance programs and thus will see no change
in their Social Security benefit. The state will be required to pay any
Medicare Part B premium increase.
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Have you considered converting to a Roth IRA?
Courtesy of Janice Thompson, State Farm Insurance,
2090 Fairburn Road, 770-489-1400, janice.thompson.
cexv@statefarm.com, Member NASD
Beginning now, you can convert your traditional Indi-
vidual Retirement Account (IRA) to a Roth IRA, regardless
of your income or tax filing status thanks to the Tax Increase Preven-
tion and Reconciliation Act (TIPRA). This is good news for those seek-
ing tax deferred growth and potentially tax free distributions if certain
conditions are met.1
A conversion is a taxable movement of funds from an IRA (tradi-
tional, SEP or SIMPLE) to a Roth IRA. However, amounts converted
are not subject to the 10 percent federal income tax penalty. Also, in
2010 only, you can elect to have the converted amount taxed, half in
2011 and half in 2012.
To determine if a conversion is appropriate for you, consider the
following:
Affordability – Since you will have to pay income taxes on the
conversion amount, consider how much you can afford to pay from
a non-IRA account. You can convert all or part of your IRAs to control
the amount of taxes due. If your only source of funds to pay the taxes
is a withdrawal from your IRA, you will lose the potential benefit of
the tax-free growth on that amount and you may be subject to a 10
percent tax penalty if you are under 59 ½.
Time horizon –If you have at least five years to leave the assets
in the Roth IRA, there will be more time for potential tax-free growth
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and a better chance of recouping the initial cost of paying taxes on
the conversion amount. If not, funds withdrawn within five years may
be subject to a 10 percent tax penalty if you are under 59 ½.
Future tax rate – If you think your tax rate will be higher when
you retire, you may want to convert to a Roth IRA and pay those taxes
now. Paying taxes on the amount you convert at today’s lower rate
could be a real retirement advantage. If you think you will be in a
lower tax bracket in retirement, the taxes you pay today could end
up being higher than the taxes you would pay when you’re ready to
make withdrawals, don’t convert.
Current tax rate – The amount you convert will be taxed as ad-
ditional income. This additional income could potentially place you
in a higher tax bracket. You can choose to convert only the amount
that allows you to remain in the same tax bracket (partial conversion)
and achieve your optimal conversion amount through multiple con-
versions over several years.
Estate planning – Since a Roth IRA does not have mandatory
distribution requirements at age 70 ½ (unlike a traditional IRA), you
may be able to pass more wealth to your heirs and since you pay any
taxes due when you convert, your heirs won’t have to pay taxes on
the inherited Roth IRA funds as long as the Roth IRA exists for a t least
five years when the distribution is received.
Contact a tax professional for more information about a Roth IRA
conversion. A comfortable retirement is possible with proper plan-
ning.
1
Withdrawals are tax-free if you’re over age 59 ½ and at least five
years have expired since you established a Roth IRA.
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SPORTS SCHEDULES
ATLANTA THRASHERS
11/03 @ Panthers 7:30pm
11/04 vs Blue Jackets 7:00pm
11/06 vs Blackhawks 7:00pm
11/09 @ Senators 7:30pm
11/11 vs Wild 7:00pm
11/13 vs Penguins 7:00pm
11/14 @ Capitals 5:00pm
11/17 vs Panthers 7:00pm
11/19 vs Capitals 7:30pm
11/21 vs Islanders 5:00pm
11/24 vs Red Wings 7:00pm
11/26 vs Canadiens 7:30pm
11/28 vs Bruins 5:00pm
ATLANTA HAWKS
11/30 @ Avalanche 10:00pm
12/02 @ Penguins 7:00pm
12/04 @ Capitals 7:00pm
12/06 vs Predators 7:00pm
12/10 vs Avalanche 7:30pm
12/11 @ Islanders 7:00pm
12/13 @ Senators 7:30pm
12/15 @ Lightning 7:30pm
12/16 vs Hurricanes 7:00pm
12/18 vs Devils 7:00pm
12/20 @ Maple Leafs 7:00pm
12/21 vs Blues 7:00pm
12/23 @ Bruins 7:00pm
11/02 @ Cleveland 7:00pm
11/03 vs Detroit 7:00pm
11/05 @ Minnesota 8:00pm
11/07 vs Phoenix 5:00pm
11/08 @ Orlando 7:00pm
11/10 vs Milwaukee 7:00pm
11/12 vs Utah 7:00pm
11/14 vs Minnesota 2:00pm
11/16 @ Indiana 7:00pm
11/20 vs Dallas 8:00pm
11/22 vs Boston 7:00pm
11/23 @ New Jersey 7:00pm
11/25 vs Washington 8:00pm
11/27 @ New York 1:00pm
11/28 @ Toronto 1:00pm
12/01 vs Memphis 7:00pm
12/03 vs Philadelphia 7:30pm
12/04 @ Miami 7:30pm
12/06 @ Orlando 7:00pm
12/07 vs New Jersey 7:00pm
12/10 @ San Antonio 8:30pm
12/11 vs Indiana 7:00pm
12/14 @ Detroit 7:30pm
12/16 @ Boston 8:00pm
12/17 vs Charlotte 7:30pm
12/19 @ New Jersey 1:00pm
12/20 vs Orlando 7:00pm
12/22 vs Cleveland 7:00pm
12/26 @ New Orleans 7:00pm
12/27 @ Milwaukee 8:00pm
12/29 vs Golden State 7:00pm
12/31 @ Oklahoma City 8:00pm
01/02 @ LA Clippers 3:30pm
01/04 @ Sacramento 10:00pm
01/05 @ Utah 9:00pm
01/08 vs Indiana 7:00pm
01/11 vs Milwaukee 7:00pm
01/12 @ Toronto 7:00pm
01/15 vs Houston 7:00pm
01/17 vs Sacramento 4:00pm
01/18 @ Miami 7:30pm
01/21 vs New Orleans 7:30pm
01/22 @ Charlotte 7:00pm
01/26 @ Milwaukee 8:00pm
01/28 vs New York 7:30pm
01/29 @ Dallas 8:30pm
02/02 vs Toronto 7:00pm
02/04 vs LA Clippers 7:30pm

NASCAR
11/07 - Texas 3:00pm 11/21 - Homestead 1:00pm
11/14 - Phoenix 3:00pm

FOOTBALL
ATLANTA FALCONS
11/07 vs Tampa Bay 1:00pm
11/11 vs Baltimore 8:20pm
11/21 @ St. Louis 4:05pm
11/28 vs Green Bay 1:00pm
12/05 @ Tampa Bay 1:00pm
12/12 @ Carolina 1:00pm
12/19 @ Seattle 4:00pm
12/27 vs New Orleans 8:30pm

GEORGIA BULLDOGS
11/06 vs Idaho State 12:30pm 11/27 vs Georgia Tech TBA
11/13 @ Auburn TBA 01/02 vs Carolina 1:00pm

GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS

11/04 @ Virginia Tech 7:30pm 11/20 vs Duke TBA
11/13 vs Miami TBA 11/27 @ Georgia TBA

Deer Lick Park Family Fun Center

The Deer Lick Park Family Fun Center is open Tuesday through
Friday from 4:00pm to 8:30pm, Saturday from 11:00am to 7:30pm
and Sunday from 1:30pm to 6:00pm. There are many things to do
at the center including:
Mini Golf. This Douglas County mini-golf course is the only one
of its kind in the area. They offer two courses to choose from. The
cost is $2.00 for one course or $3.00 for both. Courses are lit at
night and they have clubs for all heights and ages.
Batting Cages. Looking to practice your fast pitch swing? The
family fun center has several softball and baseball cages so you can
practice at any speed all year round. You can select .25 per pitch,
$10.00 for one 1/2 hour or $20.00 for an hour.
Bocce Courts. Bocce is a very popular European sport that re-
cently caught on in the United States. They have six bocce courts and
bocce balls available for check out at no cost. Call 770-920-7129
if you would like one of the staff members to show you how to play.

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Champion Karate students compete in Georgia Karate League Tournment
Students of Sensei Samantha Hostettler from the Champion Karate and
Fitness Dojo of Douglasville, competed Saturday, the 11th of September at
the Georgia Karate League (GKL) tournament in Carrollton, hosted by Rob-
inson Dojo of Carrolton. This was the first of many GKL tournaments of this
year. Six students from the Champion Karate Dojo competition team com-
peted against competitors from at least seven other Dojos from throughout
Georgia. All six students medaled in multiple events. Among Champion’s
competitors was Thilee Sot, age 19, who just returned from Montreal, Can-
ada, competing in the Junior Pan American Games. In the tournament, he
placed 1st in Kumite (Fighting), 2nd in Kata (Form), and 4th in weapons
(Forms using Weapons). Three siblings from the Moyse family competed that
morning; Dalton Moyse, age 6, placed 1st in Kata and Kumite, Stephanie,
age 13, placed 2nd in Kumite and 3rd in Kata, and the oldest sister, Amber,
age 16, won 1st in Kumite and Kata. Victoria Pommells, age 10, placed 1st
in Kata, Kumite, and Weapons. Payton Welch, age 10 as well, placed 1st in
all 3 categories also. These young students and Champion Karate are well
on the way to having multiple students ranked as Georgia’s best in Japanese
and Okinawa Karate styles. Congratulations to all of the competitors.

Deer Lick Park Family Fun Center - continued

Skatepark. The Douglas County Skatepark was built by Skatewave and is a level 2. Skate participants must sign in at the front desk, but
the skatepark itself is free of charge. All participants must wear a helmet at all times when inside the skatepark. No food and drink are allowed,
and parents and spectators are encouraged to sit on bleachers outside of the skatepark.

WE AIM TO PLEASE.

6410 Fairburn Road

STODDARD’S GUNS
Douglasville, GA 30134
678-838-4848
www.stoddardsguns.com

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ORGANIZING TIPS
Organize the Dining Room
By Joyce Maxwell, owner of ReJoyce N Order,
Professional Organizer and speaker. Awarded
“Business Associate of the Year for 2007” by
Douglas County Chapter of the American Business
Women’s Association. 770-941-0201, www.rejoy-
cenorder.com
As we prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, I wanted to give a little
extra attention to the one room of the house that, for some of us, is
seldom used - the dining room.
If your dining room has become a dumping ground for photos,
extra mail, magazines and other items that you’ve never haven’t taken
the time to find homes for, it’s time to clear the clutter, because, one of
the things this economy has taught me is the value of friends and fam-
ily. So, let’s get out the dust clothes and make room for FUN!
Entertaining is not rocket science, it is just a matter of pulling a few
ideas together and celebrating! Even if the budget is tight, it is time
to get everyone (and I mean everyone) involved to make your dining
room a warm and welcoming place for company.
First, grab a few boxes or containers and gather all the items that
have been allowed to collect here and either store them in their proper
homes or if you haven’t had time to organize and create homes for
them yet, just relocate them to some other place. After the holidays are
over, we will once again start working on creating homes for everything
you own. Don’t agonize over this very long because you and I both
know most of this “stuff” hasn’t been looked at in several months (if
not years).
Next dust and vacuum the walls, window treatments, and furniture.
Let’s go to work on making this a welcoming part of your home...
it doesn’t matter if it needs new carpet, paint or even if the furniture is
a little “banged up”, if there is a sense of order and it looks like the
room has been cared for, everyone will feel welcome and no one will
notice those things.
Gather your best dishes. If they are mismatched that’s o.k, add
some napkins that pull all of the colors together and act like you
planned it that way.
Put a table cloth over the table (sheets work great for this) and look
around the house to find something that will make a nice centerpiece.
A basket of pretty apples will do fine, or gather a group of candles.
Maybe one day you can afford matching china and the works but
for now create a solution with what you can afford.
Now it is time to plan the menu. If you have read my columns in
the past you already know that I don’t think you should stress over the
food (it has taken me a long time to come to this conclusion ….so I
can totally relate). For years I thought I had to try every single recipe
I knew every time I had guests and by the time they arrived I was so
stressed out I could hardly enjoy them. Now, I pick one or two (at the
most) items that I know I can do really well and the rest of the items
are things I can pick up at a deli or make in advance with very little
preparation.
Now that you have cleaned the dining room, planned the menu
and invited the guests, it is time to accept help. You can’t do everything
and you shouldn’t try. Set out your serving bowls in advance and place
a 3x5 card in each one stating what goes in. This will make it easy for
teenagers and/or hubby to help without having to ask you for direc-
tions at the last minute.

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LANDSCAPING TIPS
By Kate Wright. Kate owns Bloom’n Gardens
Landscape, a design/build/maintenance firm.
She is a degreed Botanist, Certified Arborist, Cer-
tified Pesticide Applicator, and carries a Level 1A
certification in Erosion Control. www.bloomngar-
dens.com • 404-314-1474 • Kate@bloomngar-
dens.com
Last week I attended an industry conference in Palm Springs, Cali-
fornia. Palm Springs is a great little area made famous as a getaway
retreat of the Hollywood elite back in the Hey Day before it became
much more fashionable to jet off to Bali for a breather. Palm Springs
is nestled amongst four mountain ranges and literally straddles two
deserts, the Mohave and the Sonoran. It is now a mecca of retirement
communities and resorts catering to snowbirds from Canada and the
northern Untied States. How does all of this fit into a gardening
article, you may ask? Well, I observed several things pertinent to the
topic of gardening that week I wanted to share with you. First of all,
it is obvious that the inhabitants of Palm Springs love to garden. On
a quick visit to my uncle’s home in a Del Webb community, he pro-
ceeded to steer me toward the back yard to show me his assortment
of fruit trees and
flowering vines
he very carefully
tended. When
we discussed wa-
ter, he proudly
showed me the
irrigation system
that he installed
and must run several times a day. From my observations, he was
not alone, somehow, in all the 110 degree heat, people make things
grow. Humans have a natural desire to be surrounded by plants. The
inhabitants of Palm Springs go to great lengths to make things green
and lush, but not all ground is covered, they selectively let the dry
desert peak through in spots. These areas may simply be adored with
large boulders or pebbles and a few yuccas or other native cactus.
All in all, they strike a great balance between native landscape and
contrived green space.
With the harsh temperatures and the great need for water you may
wonder how these desert gardeners can afford to water so frequently.
I myself have experienced water bills that would knock your socks off
trying to keep my cottage garden perky, I cannot imagine the water
requirements of a desert landscape. Well, believe it or not, there
have been advances in irrigation that can cut your water bills up to
35%. Most of our irrigation systems are dinosaurs in comparison
to those you will find in Palm Springs. An out of date or ill installed
system can be costing you greatly, but by retrofitting and upgrading
your current system or moving away from hand watering to a more
efficient mechanical system, you could realize the garden of your
dreams without sending you to the poor house.

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DECORATING TIPS
Area Rugs Make the Difference!
By Karen Hartley, a local interior designer and
decorator. As owner of Interiors by Decorating
Den, she has been in business for 23 years. She
can be reached at 770-459-9096.
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Today many of our homes have hardwood or other hard surface
floors in main rooms. Hard surface floors are easy to care for and
add value to your home. However, in many cases, the addition of
an area rug adds connectivity to the large space by defining space
and unifying the furnishings. Even homes with wall to wall carpet
can use area rugs for the same purpose. Area Rugs are important to
the overall appearance of a room and bring color and style to your
home design so long as you keep a few tips in mind.
Common rug sizes are referred to as 5’x7’, 6’x9’, 8’x10’, 9’x12’
and 12’x15’. However, the actual size of the rug may vary. Design
constraints may not always allow for the rug size to be exactly a 8 x
10 because the pattern may not quite fit. In that case the area rug
may end up being 8’4 x 10’2. Most of these rugs are made overseas
in countries using metric measurements and so the conversion may
not be exact. Know the exact size so that you do not end up with an
area rug too large for the space. Even a few inches can make a dif-
ference!
Whatever the actual size is, when it comes to placing the rug, be
sure that any furniture sits on the rug completely. You don’t want it
partly off the area rug because this makes the furniture unbalanced
and is uncomfortable to sit on. This is especially critical in the dining
room; remember to pull the chair out as if you were seated in it. If the
chair sits half on/half off the rug, the size is too small.
Color will be a key in selecting the correct rug for a space. Some-
times, the rug can be selected first and become the “roadmap” for
selecting the furnishings and accessories for the room. The colors
don’t have to be a perfect match but should be in the same family of
colors. If you are working with existing furniture patterns, then the rug
should include the colors in those patterns. A rug can be only tones of
one color or can include all the colors in the patterns on the furniture.
Consider how much of the rug will be visible and not under the
furniture when selecting the actual pattern. If much of the rug is
tucked under pieces, then a simple pattern will be best. Large pat-
terns and detailed patterns are best for open spaces. For example,
if your room has the usual sofa and two chairs with a large cocktail
ottoman and they “fill” the space, then a simple pattern will be best.
Without the cocktail, or with a glass cocktail, then a more detailed
pattern will look interesting.
Selecting an area rug for any room in your home should be a bal-
ance of style, and functionality. They can truly make or break a room!
The actual fiber content will dictate the ease of use for that rug. For
example, wool will last forever, almost, but soils easier than nylon.
Some fibers feel better to touch for those who spend time sitting on
the floor. Consider your own needs when you begin to shop.
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STILL FLUSHING YOUR MONEY?

Douglasville-Douglas County Water and Sewer Authority
Dougl a s v i l l e - D o u g l a s C o u n t y Wa t e r a n d Se we r Au t h o rity

Toilet Replacement Rebate Program

Toilet Replacement Coming
Rebate to an End!
Program
Coming to an End!
This program has far exceeded our original expectations with approximately $100,000 in rebate money being
distributed to Douglas County residential and commercial water users.

We would like to thank all customers who have taken advantage of the rebates for their help in removing so
This program has far exceeded our original expectations
many of those old, water-guzzling, pre-1994 toilets from service.

with approximately $100,000 in rebate money being dis-

The Toilet
tributed Replacement
to Douglas County Rebate
residential and commercial
water users.
Program ends December 31, 2010.
We would like to thank all customers
As an incentive to our customers — to help us remove as many old toilets from service as
who have taken advantage of the re-
possible before the end of the program, we are increasing the maximum number of toilets allowed to both
bates
previous rebate participants and any for their
new participants. help in
The maximum removing
number is now four forso
residential
users and double the number previously allowed for commercial users. Included are churches, apartment
buildings, and more. Please go to many of thoseorold,
www.ddcwsa.com water-guzzling,
visit our pre for all
administrative office lobby
-1994 toilets from service.
of the details and forms you’ll need.

Stop flushing your money and start saving instantly with rebate money before it ends!
Because over 30% of indoor residential water use occurs
through the toilet, in most cases water consumption has
been cut in half by changing out an old toilet for a new,
high-efficiency one. This in turn is saving those custom-
ers money on their water bills. In addition, for those on
sewer service, the savings is especially great.

The Toilet Replacement Rebate

Program Ends December 31, 2010.

As an incentive to our customers — to help us remove as many old toilets from

service as possible before the end of the program, we are increasing the maximum number
of toilets allowed to both previous rebate participants and any new participants. The maxi-
mum number is now four for residential users and double the number previously allowed
for commercial users. Included are churches, apartment buildings, and more. Please visit
our website (www.ddcwsa.com) or visit our administrative office lobby for all the details
and forms you’ll need.
Stop flushing your money and start saving instantly
with rebate money before it ends!
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business&technology
DOUGLAS COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NEWS
The Mission of the Douglas County Chamber of Commerce is to support, promote and attract business for the advance-
ment of our community. The Chamber of Commerce currently serves over 800 member businesses. For information please
call 770-942-5022 or visit www.douglascountygeorgia.com.

Corporate Express Taxi holds Ribbon Cutting and preschools are educated using stories and hands-on activities, to
communicate and teach history, the arts, and any subject. For festivals
they manage and facilitate the entire children’s section with stories
and activities that allow the children to not only be entertained but to
learn. Auntie Renee also caters to adults by performing at community
clubs, social organizations, church events and conferences. She uses
stories to entertain and communicate themes and purposes.
Visit her web site www.AuntieReneeSpeaks.com to view a story,
Corporate Express Taxi celebrated the opening of their new busi- review party and conference packages, and to book an event. For
ness with a grand opening & D.C. Chamber Ribbon Cutting. They more information contact Renee 770-402-0564.
are located at 6472 Church Street in Douglasville.
Prime Immediate Care holds Ribbon Cutting
Corporate Express Taxi is a transpiration and taxi company that
provides professional transportation service for corporate customers
and businesses. Their mission is to provide the ultimate experience in
ground transportation. Corporate Express Taxi is not just another taxi
service – they are a taxi company committed to public safety, service
and satisfaction for every client served. Corporate Express Taxi offers
a variety of services including shuttle service, corporate transport, and
even a piggy back service to prevent drunk driving.
Steve Cruickshank, owner, expressed, “When opening this busi-
ness, we decided to make Douglasville our home because of the
wonderful community it serves. I grew up in Douglasville and want to
provide services to a place that is close to my heart.”
For more information or to make reservations, contact Steve or
Ebony at Corporate Express Taxi at 678-275-2148 or visit their web-
site, www.corporateexpresstaxi.com.

Auntie Renee Speaks holds Ribbon Cutting

Ursula Renee Spratling speaking under the name Auntie Renee is
an award winning captivating storyteller, who puts her creative skills to
use by performing storytelling entertainment. Originally from Baton
Rouge, Louisiana, her stories sometimes include that Southern flare.
Auntie Renee recently opened her business, Auntie Renee Speaks, in
Douglas County and celebrated the occasion with a D.C. Chamber
Ribbon Cutting on September 21.
Auntie Renee performs as many characters, all with their very own
costumes and personalities. Upon listening to Auntie Renee’s stories,
audiences become transported away to another place and another
time. Auntie Renee entertains, delights and educates children of all
ages, from the age of 3 to 93.
Auntie Renee offers a variety of services for all ages and audi-
ences. For children’s birthday parties there are several options, in-
cluding stories, puppets, face painting and arts and crafts. Schools
Prime Immediate Care, formerly Prime Urgent Care, has re-opened
its doors under new ownership and held a grand opening celebration
complete with a D.C. Chamber Ribbon Cutting on September 23.
They are located at 9280 Highway 5, Suite E in Douglasville.
Prime Immediate Care’s goal is to transform your urgent care visit
into a non-stressful, comfortable and expedient experience. Their
physicians each have over 20 years of experience in the emergency
room. Mohamad Hamki, Medical Director, expressed how excited
Prime Immediate Care is to be back in Douglasville. “It feels like
coming home, and we are very glad to be here,” he stated.
Prime Immediate Care provides non-life threatening urgent care
without the cost or the long wait of the emergency room. They pro-
vide care for all minor emergencies and medical conditions such as
pneumonia, bronchitis, wound care, dehydration, 2nd degree burn
care, broken bones and more. Prime Immediate Care accepts most
insurance plans, including Medicaid and Medicare.
Contact Prime Immediate Care at 770-837-9788 for more in-
formation on the services offered or to make an appointment today!
BUY LOCAL.
Shop Chamber Members.

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Have you just recently opened a new business? Living A Successful Life
You can send in a press release! E-mail
submissions@chapelhillnews.net for the guidelines. By Tedra Haynes White, Success Strategist, coach, and owner of
Envision Consulting & Strategies, www.envisonconsultingandstrate-
The Carnival Zone opens in Douglasville
gies.com, 404-428-6376
The Carnival Zone, located at 1292 John Belt Drive, Suite
Have you ever struggled to live a balanced personal/work life?
210, Douglasville, GA
While you focus on one area of life another is neglected and you
30134, is opening its
become unbalanced. So you change your focus, but continue to be
doors on November 1,
unbalanced. You will never achieve perfect balance, so instead of
2010. Carnival Zone
trying, focus instead on the collaboration between the different as-
will be the first indoor
pects of your life. Collaboration simply means that things are work-
play facility to come
ing together instead of competing for your attention. Take a look at
back into the market in
the following eight areas of life and specify which areas you may
the Douglasville area.
be neglecting.
The facility will host many
1. Faith - The recognition of God as Supreme in your life. This
large inflatables in their
area encompasses your spiritual beliefs and your core values.
10,000 sq. ft. area. They will also feature carnival games like the Hi
2. Family & Friends - Your relationships with those most im-
Striker and Pop a Shot basketball as well as Air Hockey and Phoos
portant to you.
Ball among others. Included will be three beautifully decorated party
3. Finances - Obviously, if you don’t have your finances in
rooms with rentals starting as low as $100. Also look for an extensive
order you will face undue stress and won’t be able to enjoy some
concession counter including items like hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza,
things in life, but making money shouldn’t be your main priority. The
large warm pretzels, popcorn, cotton candy, sno cones, and nachos.
priority in this area should be learning how to appropriately man-
Their hours of operation are Wednesday and Thursday from
10:00am to 6:00pm, Friday and Saturday from 10:00am to 9:00pm
age what you have.
and Sunday from noon to 6:00pm. 4. Field (career) - Are you in a career field that you enjoy
The owners of Carnival Zone, Randall and Melodie Franks, also and brings you fulfillment or do you hate your job but need the
own Carnival Promotions, Inc. in Hiram and have been in the party money? Your career should be something that brings you pleasure
rental business for 10 years. They bring with them years of experience and fulfillment.
and expertise. 5. Fulfillment (purpose) - What are you doing to live your
Call Carnival Zone today at 678-290-4805 for more information. purpose? Are you working or volunteering in an area that allows
you to exercise your purpose? Do you even know what your pur-
Downtown Douglasville award winners announced pose is?
The 2010 Downtown Douglasville award winners were recently 6. Fitness - You have to take care of yourself. If you aren’t tak-
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Best Downtown Restaurant - Gumbeaux’s
you be known for when you are no longer here?
Best New Downtown Business - Ivy League
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Best Green Business Award - Irish Bred Pub
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Douglas Women’s Center
SENSITIVE CARE FOR WOMEN BY WOMEN
Offering Excellence in Obstetrical & Gynecological Care

Lisa Ortenzi, MD, FACOG  Kimberly Kuncl, MD, FACOG

Vidya Soundararajan, MD, FACOG  Sholah Pittman, MD, FACOG  Brittainy Dark, MD
Sara Gorham, CNM  Lew-ann Parham, RNC, WHNP
Mammographer: Carol Smith  Ultrasonographer: Jean Hildebrandt
Allergy & Asthma
Atlanta Allergy & Asthma Clinic
J. Michael Halwig, MD
Keith I. Lenchner, MD
www.atlantaallergy.com
4645 Timber Ridge Dr……770-942-7696
CENTER FOR ALLERGY & ASTHMA
Eugene S Hurwitz, MD
Erinn T. Gardner, MD
Randy Stoloff, MD
Lily Hwang, MD
Dermatology (Skin)
ADVANCED DERMATOLOGY
Amir Agha, MD
www.skinangel.com
6043 Prestley Mill Rd.........770-739-7546
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Family Dermatology
Yvette George, MD
Firas George-Hougeir, MD, FAAD
Kelli B. Ingram, MD
www.caawg.com Paula Nelson, MD
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 “New” Pap Smear/HPV  Bladder Incontinence 828 Dixie St Carrollton.........770-836-7987 4645 Timber Ridge Dr....….678-838-9090
 Ultrasound  Minimally Invasive Surgery 411 Alabama Ave Bremen...770-836-7987
 Amniocentesis  Sexually Transmitted Disease Testing 37 Calumet Pkwy Newnan......770-683-4050 Ear, Nose & Throat
(Please See Our Ad on Page 69) Bi-County Ear, Nose & Throat, P.C.
 Teen Care  In-House Laboratory Vivek K. Gupta, MD
Ear, Nose & Throat Plastic Surgery Center
 Birth Control Management  Menopausal Management Jahmal Hairston, MD Terry Shapiro, MD FACS
 Health Education  Peri-Menopausal Management Neil Persaud, DO, DMD www.bicountyent.com
 Hysteroscopy  Hair Removal Gregg R. Sachs, DO 6002 Professional Pkwy........770-949-4200
6130 Prestley Mill Rd…......678-838-3903 Carrollton Ear, Nose & Throat PC
 Hormone Studies  Skin Rejuvenation
Peachtree Allergy & Asthma Clinic PC 150 Clinic Avenue Crltn…....770-832-1488
 Mammography  Spider Vein Removal Ariana D. Buchanan, MD Ear, Nose & Throat Plastic Surgery Center
 Infertility  Botox – By Dr. Ortenzi Theodore M. Lee, MD Jahmal Hairston, MD
www.peachtree-allergy.com Neil Persaud, DO, DMD
Caring For The Community for Over 25 Years 150 Clinic Dr Crltn...................770-832-1984 Gregg R. Sachs, DO
Bariatric (Weight Loss/Control) 6130 Prestley Mill Rd….......678-838-3903
Dr. Brittainy Dark joins the Douglas Women’s Center DOUGLASVILLE WEIGHT CONTROL Villa Rica Ear Nose & Throat
team of premier professionals October 1, 2010 Elvina Vitkin, MD Eric Andrist MD
www.drvitkin.com John Burson MD
Serving Douglas, Cobb, Paulding, Carroll, Fulton, 5833 Stewart Pkwy.............770-672-0110 www.villaricaent.com
SW Atlanta, Camp Creek Parkway (Please See Our Ad on Page 71) 705 Dallas Hwy VlaRca.......770-459-0408
LIFE CARE MEDICAL WEIGHT LOSS CENTER Endoscopy
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770.941.8662
(Please See Our Ad on This Page) Jay Garten, MD • Neal Osborn, MD
880 Crestmark Drive, #200 Anupama Ravi, MD
Lithia Springs, GA Our weight loss
8855 Hospital Dr....................678-784-5020
www.DouglasWomensCenter.com Conveniently Located at I-20 & Thornton Road & health management
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(770)Chapel
3000 942-1500
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keep it off. www.arborplacemedicine.com
(Please See Our Ad on Page 69) 6130 Prestley Mill Rd…....770-771-5100
3000 Chapel Hill Rd., Ste. 203 www.lighterhealth.com
Atlanta West Primary Care Associates
Millard J. Collier Jr., MD
Cardiology (Heart) 939 Thornton Rd.........…..770-948-5400
Atlanta Cardiology Group PC Carrollton Family Healthcare
Rajendra Desai, MD 624 Dixie Street Crltn…..…770.832.9593
www.acg.cardiologydomain.com Center for General Medicine, Inc
2145 Slater Mill Rd.............678-715-3334 Warlito G. Rollolazo, MD
EMORY HEART & VASCULAR CENTER 809 W Bankhead Hwy VR...770-456-9993
Angel R. Leon, MD, FACC
John D. Merlino, MD, FACC
Anthony Mirandi, MD, FACP, FACC
Martha Haack, NP-C
www.emoryhealthcare.org
705 Dallas Hwy VR Ste 201..404-778-8440
HEART CLINIC THE
John T. Akiki, MD
Mina A. Jacob, MD
Micah R. Tepper, MD
Robert G. Warner, MD, FACC
www.theheartcliniccares.com
6095 Professional Pkwy…...678-838-1249
Tanner Heart & Vascular Specialists
William E. Rogers, MD 6084 Professional Pkwy., Ste. C
www.heartandvascularspecialists.org (Between the Hospital and the Courthouse)
Douglasville 770-942-1440
705 Dallas Hwy Villa Rica....770-836-9326
Wellstar Cardiovascular Medicine, P.C. Douglas Medical Group
Michael S. Hardee, MD Saurabh D. Desai, MD
Adam N. Lourie, MD Girish I. Shroff, MD
Alfonso E. Rea, MD 6025 Professional Pkwy..…770-949-0555
www.cvmed.com Elite Family Practice
6001 Professional Pkwy...….770-771-5700 Valencia R Burruss MD
West Georgia Cardiology 6126 Prestley Mill Rd..........678-715-2993
Charlie C. Rouse, MD, FACC LIFE CARE FAMILY pRACTICE
www.westgacardiology.com Michael S. Moody, MD
514 W Bankhead Ave VlaRca.770-456-3750 8464 Adair St……………770-949-9804
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Family & General Practice - Gastroenterology - Continued Gynecology & Obstetrics Gynecology & Obstetrics
Continued Atlanta West Gastroenterology, PC - Continued - Continued
mirror lake internal medicine & Navin M. Ruparelia, MD Villa rica obStetricS & GynecoloGy
family practice www.atlantawestgastro.com Sheri D. Campbell, MD
Amy Eubanks, MD 4904 Timber Ridge Dr.........770-949-6548 Jessica R. Hutchins, MD
Alicia Jennings, MD GaStroenteroloGy aSSociateS www.villaricaobgyn.org
Angie Harris, DO Michael C. Flood, MD 690 Dallas Hwy Vla Rca......770-456-3850
101 Quartz Dr VllaRca............770-456-3838 Riaz Gill, MD West Atlanta Women’s Health, LLC
(Please See Our Ad on Page 54) Nadia Sansord, MD Gynecology Issues PC Larisa Pearlman, MD
pHySicianS immediate med www.gastroenterologyassoc.org Kalpana Raghavan, MD
Eleanor Glaspy-Benton, MD
www.physiciansimmediatemed.com 690 Dallas Hwy VlaRca.......770-456-3786 8954 Hospital Dr…....770-732-7989 6025 Professional Pkwy…..770-489-7011
9390 The Landing Dr............770-947-1112
(Please See Our Ads on Pages 1 & 71) Gastrointestinal Specialists of GA West Georgia Healthcare for Women, PC
total care family medicine Anish A. Desai, MD Richard B. Colditz, MD
Kelvin B Burton, MD Judy Oh, MD Jennifer L. Elliott, MD • David G. Helton, MD
www.totalcarefamilymedicine.org Anuj Paul Manocha, MD Shannon D. Huff, MD
8464 Adair Street…….......770-942-1044 6001 Professional Pkwy........770-739-9555 www.wghfw.com
Veranet Healthcare, LLC West Georgia Gastroenterology Associates 150 Henry Burson Dr Crltn..770-214-2121
M Michelle Vera MD www.westgagastro.com West Georgia Obstetrics & Gynecology
www.wgahs.com 157 Clinic Avenue Crltn…......770-214-2800 www.westgaobgyn.com
403 Permian Way................770-771-5230 109 Professional Place Crltn.770-834-0170
Ford, Linda D, MD, PC
WeSt atlanta internal medicine pc Gynecology & Obstetrics 939 Bob Arnold Blvd...........770-944-9852
Women’s Care of West Georgia LLC
John A Johnson, MD Atlanta West Gynecology Eric R Vera MD
www.waimedicine.com North Douglas OB-GYN, PC
Suzanne Lowry, MD www.wgahs.com
6128 Prestley Mill Rd….….770-942-6903 Asher Galloway, MD
939 Bob Arnold Blvd LthSps...770-732-2959 403 Permian Way VR..........770-771-5235
(Please See Our Ad at Internal Medicine) Tuwanna Morris, MD
West Georgia Family Medicine Atlanta West Women’s Center
Kenyetta Brummitt, MD Hospitals
Yvonne Neau, MD • Lawrence Price, MD Jaswant Chaddha, MD tanner medical center
Virginia Price, MD 8697 Hospital Dr...................770-920-9745 www.northdouglasobgyn.org
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Mary Alexander-Adams, PC Carrollton Obstetrics and Gynecology 6095 Professional Pkwy....770-949-4188 601 Dallas Hwy....................770-456-3000
705 Dallas Hwy Vla Rca......770-459-4411 156 Clinic Avenue Crltn…...770-214-2229 South Cobb OB-GYN, PC WellStar cobb HoSpital
Gastroenterology doUGlaS Women’S center Lawrence J. Rowley, MD www.wellstar.org
Milele B. Francis, MD 3590 Austell Rd...................770-732-4000
(Digestive System) Kimberly Kuncl, MD, FACOG
Mary E. Kidd, MD (Please See Our Ad on Page 70)
atlanta GaStroenteroloGy aSSociateS Lisa Ortenzi, MD, FACOG
Saleem N. Malik, MD WellStar doUGlaS HoSpital
Jay Garten, MD • Neal Osborn, MD Sholah Pittman MD, FACOG www.wellstar.org
Anupama Ravi, MD Vidya Soundararajan MD, FACOG Robert C. Mulliniks, MD
8954 Hospital Dr..................770-949-1500
www.atlantagastro.com Brittainy Dark, MD Scott Reynolds, MD (Please See Our Ad on Page 70)
8855 Hospital Dr..................678-784-5020 www.douglaswomenscenter.com Timothy Schaefer, MD WilloWbrooke at tanner
705 Dallas Hwy VlaRca........678-784-5020 880 Crestmark Dr LthSps....770-941-8662 www.scobbobgyn.org www.tanner.org
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Infectious Diseases Internal Medicine - Continued Neurology - Continued Ophthalmology (Eyes)
Infectious Diseases Of West Georgia Northwest Neurology, PC
Laura Larson, MD Robert G. Bashuk, MD
Christopher Watts, MD Jeffrey Charpentier, MD • Gary Kaplan, MD
705 Dallas Hwy Vla Rca..…770-456-3737 West atlanta internal MeDicine pc Sandy McGaffigan, MD
John A Johnson, MD Marvin Rachelefsky, MD
Internal Medicine www.waimedicine.com www.nwneurology.org
Classicare Internal Medicine 6128 Prestley Mill Rd….….770-942-6903 6025 Professional Pkwy…..678-838-1714
Xiangdong You, MD tanner neurology
4586 Timber Ridge Dr….....770-489-5000 150 Clinic Ave Crlltn.............770-812-5910
Douglasville MeDical center West Georgia Sleep Disorders Center
Syed Zafar, MD Reginald V. Hall, MD • Richard J. Mikilitus, MD
Charles A. Craton, MD Fariba Farhidvash, MD
Charles G. Denton, III, MD www.cannot-sleep.com
Bettye Drye-Glover, MD 524 Dixie St Crltn................770-832-9529
James E. Lantz, Jr., MD
Minor Emergency/ 6043 Prestley Mill Rd Dgl....770-489-3969
Jonathan S. Lowman, MD Extended Hours Neuromuscular Therapy
Satyajeet Patel, MD pHysicians iMMeDiate MeD Carrollton Eye Clinic and Surgery Center
www.physiciansimmediatemed.com Douglasville tHerapeutic Massage Eric Baylin, MD • G. Keith Berry, MD
Cindy C. Pratt, CMP 5908 Fairburn Rd.............…404-402-9985
9390 The Landing Dr............770-947-1112 John Godard, MD • John W. Thomas, MD
Sharon S. Tuckett, MD (Please See Our Ad on Page 4)
(Please See Our Ads on Pages 1 & 71) 705 Dallas Hwy VlaRca…...770-459-2022
8820 Hospital Dr…………770-947-3000 tanner iMMeDiate care Massage solutions
Georgia Internal Medicine 101 Quartz St - Villa Rica.....770-949-7500 2080 Fairburn Rd.............…678-213-4266
James W. Clabby, MD (Please See Our Ad on Page 54) (Please See Our Ad at Massage Therapy) Voted Best Place
Michael Piansky, MD
Nephrology (Kidneys) Oncology (Cancer) in Douglas County for
Eye Care 2005-2007
9280 Highway 5..................770-949-9590 Georgia Cancer Specialists
Mirror lake internal MeDicine & Douglas County Dialysis Center
Deepti Munjal, MD
faMily practice 4645 Timber Ridge Dr.........678-838-3233
www.gacancer.com David S. Hemmings, M.D.
Amy Eubanks, MD Southern Nephrology Clinic LLC
Rafiq M. El Hammali, MD 6002 Professional Pkwy..…770-942-0457 Stephen D. Tedder, M.D.
Alicia Jennings, MD Northwest Georgia Oncology Centers, PC
8954 Hospital Dr………....770-577-4825 Board Certified
Angie Harris, DO Bradley J.G. Larson, MD • Randall E. Pierce, MD Ophthalmologists
101 Quartz Dr........................770-456-3838 Neurology (Nervous System) www.ngoc.com (Eye MDs)
(Please See Our Ad on Page 54) Douglas neurology associates 705 Dallas Hwy VlaRca.......678-331-8280 Where Outstanding Patient Care is a Priority!
pHysicians iMMeDiate MeD Preethi Natarajan, MD 6002 Professional Pkwy Dgl.678-715-9690
www.physiciansimmediatemed.com Daniel E. Zdonczyk, MD 157 Clinic Avenue Crllton....770-333-2220
9390 The Landing Dr............770-947-1112 4586 Timber Ridge Dr….…678-838-2180 Roy Richard’s Sr Cancer Center 6001 Professional Parkway, Suite 2040
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Ophthalmology - Continued Pediatrics - Continued
Georgia Optometry Group CREEkSIDE PEDIATRICS
Michael Richards, MD Bridget Dauphin, MD, FAAP
9395 The Landing Dr...........770-739-2768 Suzanne Fox, MD, FAAP
Georgia Retina, PC Ehteshamul Huque, MD, FAAP
John J. Miller, MD Marilyn B. Kaufman, MD, FAAP
Yatul Sharma, MD 6095 Professional Pkwy......770-920-2255
Robert A. Stolts, MD, PhD. Douglas Pediatrics Associates PC
www.garetina.com Richard Baldwin, MD • Gene Barrett, MD
6095 Professional Pkwy…..678-303-0136 Carolyn Broussard MD • George Harkins, MD
Marietta Eye Clinic James Lamar, MD • Edgar Melendez, MD
Andre Cohen, MD Candan Ozbek, MD
Christa Lows, MD 9280 Hwy 5........................770-949-2250
www.mariettaeye.com PINNACLE PEDIATRICS, P.C.
4645 Timber Ridge Dr……770-577-2220 Barbara Brown, MD, FAAP
OCULUS FACIAL COSMETIC SURGEONS Zenia Fleming, MD, FAAP
Brent A Murphy, MD www.pinnaclepeds.com
6095 Professional Pkwy...…404-256-1500 5604 Wendy Bagwell Pkwy...678-944-0060
5505 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd West Atlanta Pediatrics
Atlanta.............…404-256-1500 Stephen L. Carter II, MD FAAP
www.oculuscosmetic.com Susan Dyar, MD FAAP
Villa Rica Eye Care Earl Young, MD FAAP
Evan Cook, MD 915 Thornton Rd. LthSps…770-739-9292
104-C S Carroll Rd..............678-941-3357 Westside Pediatrics
Orthopedics R Joseph Kulangara, MD, FAAP
(Bones & Joints) 6084 Professional Pkwy......770-920-0085
PINNACLE ORTHOPAEDICS & SPORTS Physical Therapy
MEDICINE Accel Physical Therapy at Mirror Lake
D. Hodari Brooks, MD 2987 Chapel Hill Rd...........770-947-8177
Mark S. Duffield, DO 2000 Mirror Lake Blvd.......770-456-7877
Eric Francke, MD Allternative Gym
Matthew B. Jaffe, MD 1899 Lake Rd Hiram..........678-945-4662
Yong S. Lee, MD Select Physical Therapy
Michael S. Slutzky, MD 4586 Timber Ridge Dr........770-949-0558
www.pinnacle-ortho.com Southern Therapy Services
6002 Professional Pkwy...…770-949-8558 690 Dallas Hwy VR............770-459-4555
RESURGENS ORTHOPAEDICS 812 South Park St Crrllton.770-834-7436
Freddy A. Achecar Jr., MD Plastic Surgery
Raj Bhole, MD OCULUS FACIAL COSMETIC SURGEONS
Scott Kleiman, MD Brent A Murphy, MD
Anthony C. Carantzas, MD 6095 Professional Pkwy...…404-256-1500
Scott M. Levere, MD 5505 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd
Ali Mortazavi, DO Atlanta.............…404-256-1500
Eduardo J. Olmedo, MD www.oculuscosmetic.com
Todd A. Sacks, MD
Gary S. Simon, MD
Jacob Strong, MD
Darrell Figa, MD
www.resurgens.com
6001 Professional Pkwy.........770-949-7400
770-834-6302
Pain Management
Pain Control & Rehabilitation Institute of GA
Roman Piraner MD Podiatry (Feet)
Shulim Spektor, MD Ankle & Foot Specialists of Douglas County
611 North Ave VlaRca........404-297-1400 Norman I. Kornblatt, DPM
PHYSICIANS IMMEDIATE MED 3666 Hwy. 5…….............770-942-3668
www.physiciansimmediatemed.com Ear, Nose & Throat Plastic Surgery Center
9390 The Landing Dr............770-947-1112 Jahmal Hairston, MD
(Please See Our Ads on Pages 1 & This Page) Neil Persaud, DO, DMD
Gregg R. Sachs, DO
Pediatrics (Children) 6130 Prestley Mill Rd…......678-838-3903
Bi-County Pediatrics. PC. Foot & Leg Health Care Specialists
Raymond P. Flowers, III, DO, FACOP, FAAP Barron D. Elleby, DPM
www.bicountypediatrics.com Douglas H. Elleby, DPM
6128 Prestley Mill Rd…….770-949-3888 www.thefootdoctors.com
Children’s Healthcare Of West Georgia 6025 Professional Pkwy…..770-942-5600
Steven A Eubanks, MD
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Podiatry - Continued
Providence Foot & Ankle center
Adrienne Atkinson-Sneed DPM
Jeane Palmer Watson DPM
www.twohealthyfeet.com
939 Thornton Rd.................770-745-4224
West Georgia Podiatry Associates
Kenneth Danis, DPM
Gary Fields DPM
Andrea Cass, DPM
www.westgapodiatry.com
620 Dallas Hwy VlaRca.......770-459-3232
Psychiatry (Brain & Mind)
Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics
Jack W. Miller, MD, FAAP, SDBP
100 Professional Park Crltn..770-830-7039
Neuropsychiatric Clinic of Atlantis-Villa Rica
Randy T. Warner, MD
690 Dallas Hwy VlaRca.......678-840-8446
WeSt GeorGiA BeHAviorAl HeAltH
Michael Wilson, MD
Candice Tate, MD
101 Quartz Dr VlaRca...........770-456-3722
Pulmonary (Lung)
GeorGiA lUnG ASSociAteS
www.georgialung.com
3820 Medical Park Dr - Austell..770-948-6041
Lung Centers of Georgia The
Rani Kumaran, MD
Olusegun A. Oseni, MD FCCP
Anuradha Thopu, MD, FCCP
8901 Stonebridge Blvd........678-838-3000
Pulmonary & Critical Care Of W GA
Bonnie Boles, MD
www.pulmonarycriticalcare-wga.org
690 Dallas Hwy Villa Rica....770-456-3380
Rheumatology (Arthritis)
WeSt GeorGiA rHeUMAtoloGY
Indutriya Palasani MD
www.carrolltonortho.com
705 Dallas Hwy VlaRca........770-456-0211
Sleep Disorders
doUGlAS neUroloGY ASSociAteS
Preethi Natarajan, MD
Daniel E. Zdonczyk, MD
4586 Timber Ridge Dr….…678-838-2180
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Surgeons - Continued
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Brent A Murphy, MD
6095 Professional Pkwy...…404-256-1500
5505 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd
Atlanta.............…404-256-1500
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SUrGerY
Stephen H. Kahler, MD, FACS
www.georgiacosmetic.com
150 Henry Burson Dr Crrltn..770-834-6302
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Urology
Georgia Urology
Charles Kaplan MD
www.georgiaurology.com
6095 Professional Pkwy......770-942-2478
Urology Associates
George Mygatt, MD
6002 Professional Pkwy…..770-942-5227
WeSt GeorGiA UroloGY ASSociAteS Pc
Trent Sterenchock, MD
705 Dallas Hwy VlaRca........770-834-6988
150 Clinic Ave Crltn.............770-834-6988
Vascular (Circulation)
eMorY HeArt & vAScUlAr center
Angel R. Leon, MD, FACC
John D. Merlino, MD, FACC
Anthony Mirandi, MD, FACP, FACC
Martha Haack, NP-C
www.emoryhealthcare.org
705 Dallas Hwy VR Ste 201..404-778-8440
GeorGiA vein SPeciAliStS
Ashu Rao, MD
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6002 Professional Pkwy.......678-626-0019
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Christopher Arant, MD
Onaje Greene, MD
Shazib N. Khawaja, MD,
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Resurgens Orthopedics Celebrates New Location
Submitted by the Douglas County Chamber of Commerce
Resurgens Orthopedics celebrated their relocation to 6001 Pro-
fessional Parkway with a Douglas County Chamber of Commerce
ribbon cutting on August 3rd.
Resurgens Orthopedics, Georgia’s largest orthopedic practice,
has 20 offices and six surgery centers throughout metro Atlanta.
With 90 physicians, Resurgens provides specialized expertise and
broad experience in the areas of sports medicine, joint replace-
ment, neck and back surgery, foot and ankle surgery, non-opera-
tive spine care, general orthopedics, hand surgery, shoulder and
elbow surgery, arthroscopic surgery, epidural steroid injection, and
trauma care. Resurgens also provides comprehensive musculoskel-
etal care in a single location, from injury diagnosis and treatment to
rehabilitation services. Resurgens is helping Georgians get back on
their feet, back to work, and to living their lives to the fullest. When
the need for musculoskeletal care arises, patients can trust they are
getting the finest care available
Dr. Raj Bhole spoke on behalf of all the physicians associated
with Resurgens in saying, “We have been in the community for
many years and strive to continue to provide top of the line care for
our patients.” He encouraged the community to take a closer look
at Resurgens to uncover capabilities and standards for orthopedic
care that may not be found in any other practice. Resurgens strives
to be the leader in orthopedic care.
For more details about Resurgens Orthopedics many services,
contact them at 770-949-7400.

Kaiser Permanente to open location in Douglas

County
Kaiser Permanente is moving into Douglas County for the first
time and will open up its Douglas County Medical Office on Sep-
tember 23rd at 6875 Douglas Boulevard in the space previously
occupied by Atlanta Bread Company in the same shopping center
as Best Buy and Babies R Us. The 7,000-square foot office will
employ approximately nine health care professionals and include
exam and procedure rooms, a laboratory, a pharmacy, and basic
radiology services.
Kaiser Permanente provides care throughout eight regions in the
United States. Two or three (four, in the case of California) distinct
but interdependent legal entities form the Kaiser system within each
region. This structure was adopted by Kaiser Permanente physicians
and leaders in 1955. For more information about Kaiser Perman-
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OFFICIAL DOUGLAS COUNTY
SCHOOL CALENDAR
Nov. 2 Holiday (Election Day)
Nov. 12 Progress Reports Issued
Nov. 22, 23 *Holidays (Make up days if necessary)
(Not 240 Day Employee Holidays)
Nov. 24 - 26 Holidays for Students/All Employees
Dec. 17 End First Semester/Grading Period Ends
Dec. 20 - Jan. 2 Holidays (Dec. 20 is Not a 240 Day Employee
Holiday)
Dec. 21 - Jan. 2 Holidays for 240 Day Employees
January 3 Student Holiday/Furlough Day (all 190 - 240
Day Employees)
January 4 Student Holiday/Teacher Day
January 5 Students Return, Report Cards Issued
January 17 Holiday for Students/All Employees
February 4 Progress Reports Issued
February 16 High School ½ Day Early Release
Feb. 21 - 25 *Holidays (Make up days if necessary) (Not 240
Day Employee Holidays)
March 1 Elementary School ½ Day Early Release
March 2 High School ½ Day Early Release
March 3 Middle School ½ Day Early Release
March 16 Grading Period Ends
March 21 Report Cards: Elementary, Middle; High School
Mid-term Progress Reports
April 1 *Student Holiday/Furlough Day (all 190 - 240
Day Employees)
April 4 - 8 Holidays for Students/All Employees
CHRISTIAN SCHOOL April 27 Progress Reports Issued
May 27 Last Student Day (91 days) Elementary Report
Cards Issued
K-12TH  COLLEGE PREP May 30 Employee Holiday
FULLY ACCREDITED May 31, June 1 Post Planning
June 2 Furlough Day (all 190 - 240 Day Employees)
Raccoon Ridge Annual Fall Festival June 3 Report Cards Mailed for Middle & High Schools
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6 June 9 205 Day Employees Last Day
2:00PM - 6:00PM June 16 210 Day Employees Last Day
Join us for lots of family entertainment including inflatables, games, bake sale,
June 23 215 Day Employees Last Day
silent auction, concessions, rummage sale, a Christian blue grass band, and more
*Indicates days that may be used as make up day(s) if necessary.
ACS Theater Department presents…A Comedy Collage, classic sketches from the
Carol Burnett Show. Show begins at 6:00PM, $5 General Admission.

Saturday, December 4, 2010 9:00am to 1:00pm

Come join the fun! We will have photos with Santa, donuts, hot cocoa, coffee, arts, crafts holiday item
rummage sale and shopping in the Secret Santa shop. For more information, please call (770) 964-9871.

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Psychologist Corner not warranted, but rather counseling services may be most appropri-
ate. Likewise, if previous testing has indicated your child has cognitive
Knowing When to Seek an Evaluation limitations (i.e., low IQ) and school personnel are already providing
By Rebecca S. Blakeman, Ph.D., Licensed Psy- appropriate special education services, more comprehensive testing
chologist - Adolescent Child Specialty Services, is not likely to be necessary. If your child is experiencing behavior
3138 Golf Ridge Blvd., Douglasville, 404-310- problems, but is doing well academically, a comprehensive evaluation
1161, blakers1@aol.com. would likely not be necessary.
I often get calls from parents who indicate they Parents who have concerns and wish to have their child evaluated
do not know whether they should have their child can self-refer their child for an evaluation within the school system; this
evaluated due to academic, behavior or emotion- does not guarantee that the school will do an evaluation, but parents
al difficulties. This month I would like to share some tips for helping do have the right to request it. Parents may also have their child evalu-
parents know when it may be appropriate to seek an evaluation. ated by a private psychologist in the community.
First and foremost, trust your gut. If you have concerns about your
child’s development or academic performance, research has shown
that you are probably right to be concerned, and that in fact you are
likely to recognize areas of concern before they become obvious to
others.
If your child is struggling in one academic area, but is doing fine in
other areas, it is very possible that he/she is struggling due to a learn-
ing disability, and an evaluation would be appropriate.
If your child is struggling in all areas and school personnel have
considered having him/her repeat a grade, an evaluation is warrant-
ed. It is my professional opinion that no child should repeat a grade
without a comprehensive evaluation being conducted, as there is no
reason to believe that ‘more of the same’ will help the child. At times
children repeat grades because of a learning disability in one area
(e.g., reading) that has not been identified; at other times children
repeat grades because of global cognitive impairments (i.e., low IQ)
that have not been identified. It is critical that parents and educators
understand why a child is not able to master grade level skills, so that
appropriate adjustments can be made in their educational program.
If there is a family history of academic difficulties (e.g., poor read-
ing, poor spelling, school drop-out) and you see early academic strug-
gles, an evaluation may be warranted.
If your child spends an excessive amount of time doing homework
each night, due to inability to ‘focus’ or inability to do the work, an eval-
uation is likely to be helpful in identifying what is causing
the struggle, and what intervention(s) would be most
beneficial. Likewise, if your child becomes overly
frustrated and emotional during homework time,
an evaluation is likely warranted.
If your child makes seemingly ‘careless’
mistakes, such as misplacing homework, for-
getting to turn homework in, leaving necessary
books at school, neglecting to write homework
assignments in the agenda, etc. an evaluation
may indicate the child is
experiencing problems
related to ADHD.
If your child begins
to struggle academically
after a stressful life event
(e.g., death of a loved
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From the Douglas County
School System
From Dr. Gordon Pritz,
Superintendent
It is definitely appropriate this time of year
that we pause and consider all that we have
to be thankful. Certainly we are aware of
the tremendous challenges the past year or
more has placed upon many of our families,
staff and teachers. Mindful of this, we should
consider our blessings even more gratefully and remain always sensi-
tive to those around us who may not enjoy, as fully, what we enjoy.
As a school district we consider ourselves fortunate to be blessed
with a public that continues to support the efforts our educators make
each day on behalf of the children. Every school is staffed with fac-
ulty, support staff and administrators that place the welfare of kids first.
Countless sacrifices are made by our 3500 employees to ensure our
children are safe, nourished and challenged academically. They often
put other people’s children ahead of their own. Our school system is
strong because of these individuals and their willingness to serve oth-
ers.
But they can only do so much. We know a school system must also
have the support of the community. We are blessed with a public that
understands our children deserve facilities that are well constructed,
sufficient in size and clean. They support and provide for this from
their hard earned dollars through the provision of tax monies. We are
blessed with a public that gives of their time and talents as mentors
and support efforts when schools express these needs. We are blessed
with a public that understands all kids deserve a rigorous and relevant
curriculum that prepares them for life. And we are blessed with a pub-
lic that truly believes children and youth must have the supervision
and example of adults that care, in the home, the community and the
schools.
November always reminds us there is much we can give thanks and
near the top of the list should be the schools our children are fortunate
to attend.
Douglas County School System Technology
By Todd Hindmon, Director of Information Technology
We live in a world filled with iPads, iPods, netbooks, smart phones,
Facebook, Twitter, Xbox, Nintendo DS and e-readers. Technology has
changed drastically just in the past five years and the education world
has to keep up in order to engage students. The technology in the
Douglas County School System supports approximately 27,000 us-
ers including students, teachers, administration and support staff. The
district currently has approximately 9,300 computing devices including
desktop computers, laptops and netbooks. Schools continue to have
digital projectors and interactive whiteboards added and even the iPad
and iPod touch are being evaluated as student computing devices.
Douglas County maintains a district owned fiber optic network. This
network not only provides a gigabit connection to each site but also
has multiple dark fibers for future growth. This fiber optic connection
has resulted in a converged network of centralized data servers, full
voice over IP implementation, cable television distribution and public
address system (at new sites), digital video recorders for the CCTV
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systems and automated building controls for food service and main-
tenance/facilities. All of this means better connections for students and
teachers and substantial cost savings.
New schools are designed with mobility at the center of instructional
technology. A complete wireless implementation is in place and all stu-
dent devices are netbooks, with the exception of a few wired desktop
computer labs. These schools have mobile netbook labs as well. No
longer are students confined to a corner of the classroom where a table
is located next to the data drops. This frees up valuable classroom space
and allows for better collaboration among students.
The school system has set standards on hardware and software for
the district. Standards have been set for desktop computers, laptops,
netbooks, interactive whiteboards, printers and other hardware in order
to provide the best service and training possible. Data projectors have
been installed in all middle and high school classrooms and the district
plans to install in all elementary classrooms as soon as funds are avail-
able. Many tools are available to all district users including Compass
Learning Odyssey, Microsoft Office Suite, NetTrekker, and Follett Destiny
library automation software. Odyssey, NetTrekker and Destiny are also
available for use at home.
The district currently has approximately 10% of its classrooms with in-
teractive whiteboards. This technology takes the place of the traditional
chalkboard and allows teachers and students to control the computer by
using a special pen while standing at the board. Teachers and students
can access and control presentations, the Internet, and other software
activities directly from the board. Many classrooms have added inter-
active response systems also. These devices allow teachers to assess
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the progress of students in real-time. Teachers can ask questions and
students use a handheld device to send their answers directly to the
computer. This gives teachers instant feedback and allows them to adjust
instruction instantly if needed.
The district has adopted Blackboard Learning Management System
and PD360 as professional development tools for all staff members.
Teachers use the Moodle Learning Management system with students to
provide online instruction, collect assignments online and to blog and
communicate with students. This is a closed, secure environment that
allows only students and teachers with a valid login to access the system.
In 2010, the district entered the world of cloud computing by moving
over 2,700 staff email accounts onto the Microsoft Live@edu platform.
This is a free service to education from Microsoft that includes 10 giga-
bytes of email storage, 25 gigabytes of storage space and collaboration
and productivity tools. The adoption of this service saved the district an
estimated $235,000 in the first year and approximately $60,000 annu-
ally in licensing and support.
The Douglas County School System is in the process of defining what
the 21st Century Classroom looks like for DCSS. A large committee, of
all stakeholders, has been formed in an effort to receive input and devise
a plan for what instruction will look like in the district. The committee
is comprised of students, teachers, parents, community members and
businesses, higher education, principals, media specialists, technology
support staff, Georgia Department of Education representatives and
district administration. The work of this committee will change how
teaching takes place in Douglas County Schools and the lives of our
students.
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education
Technical College Commissioner Visits WGTC
Campus

West Georgia Technical College opened the Fall Quarter with

a special guest when Ron Jackson, Commissioner of the Technical
College System of Georgia, visited all of WGTC’s campuses and
instructional sites.
Touring the campuses with WGTC President Dr. Skip Sullivan,
Jackson started the day at the Douglas Campus, where a construc-
tion project is underway to create a new library and additional class-
room space. “This campus is popular with dual enrollment students
and our Adult Ed program is growing, too,” said Douglas Campus
Associate Provost Lisa Doney. “There’s a real need for more space
here, and considering how many people are pursuing their educa-
tion, that’s a good problem to have.”
At the LaGrange Campus, Jackson met with students as they
waited in line at the bookstore. The LaGrange Campus has under-
gone extensive facilities improvements lately, including security and
lighting upgrades. “Our next task is to improve the ventilation sys-
tem on this campus,” said Provost Perrin Alford. “It’s a big undertak-
ing, and I know our students and faculty are thankful that Commis-
sioner Jackson took the time to come visit this campus personally.”
“I was so proud to show Commissioner Jackson our College,”
Sullivan said. “On the first day of the fall quarter, he saw what
WGTC is all about: helpful, friendly faculty and staff and lots of
excited students. This college has a commitment to student-cen-
teredness and that really came through.”
“As the second largest technical college in the state, West Geor-
gia Tech helps to set the standard for workforce education in Geor-
gia,” Jackson said. “It’s clear everyone here takes pride in their job,
and that’s great to see.”
West Georgia Technical College, with campuses in Carroll,
Coweta, Douglas, Haralson and Troup counties and additional
class sites in Heard and Meriwether counties, offers over 120 as-
sociate degree, diploma and technical certificate programs of study.
A unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, West Georgia
Tech is the second largest of the state’s 26 technical colleges and
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Treating anger in childhood pays dividends
later
By Pastor Tracy Nichols - Owner,
A Plus Anger Management, LLC,
www.aplusangermanagement.com
• 770-942-1824, 5300 Brickleberry
Way Suite 103 Douglasville
Negative anger is one of the lead-
ing causes of uncontrolled behavior
in our society. This is true for our
youth and adults as well. Anger can
cause a decrease in learning ability,
ability to work, ability to function ad-
equately on a daily basis, ability to
make good choices, ability to serve
others, ability to have compassion for those in need and the ability
to solve conflict in a positive way. Most behavioral disorders such
as Oppositional Defiance Disorder, stimulates directly from anger
within adolescence, which evolves into their adulthood life. As adults
in today’s society, most anger that wasn’t treated as a child has
become the main problem that has caused the following: wrong-
ful deaths, physical violence, domestic violence, acceptance from
gangs, high rate of incarcerations, family violence, rape and major
substance abuse issues. If you or your child are dealing with anger
issues, anger management counseling can help you regain back the
control of your life, through effective strategies in controlling your
anger and building stronger marriages.

Impact Basketball registering now

You can now register for Impact Basketball. Open
to all boys seveth through ninth
grade, the cost is $75.00. Evalu-
ations will take place November
19th in the Family Life Center
at Central Baptist Church.
Practices will begin some-
time in December. You
may register online
at www.cbc-
douglasville.
org or go
by the
church
office
during
regular office
hours. For more
information call 770-
942-9492.

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Junior League Holiday Fashion Show Luncheon
NOVEMBER 6
The Junior League of Douglas County will be hosting a Holi-
day Fashion Show Luncheon. Sponsored by Carrabba’s Italian
Grill and Dillard’s, you can walk away a winner of amazing raffle
prizes that are donated by the many community sponsors. Tick-
ets will be must be purchased ($27 each)* by November 1st to
guarantee a seat. Contact Kerry Rigdon for more information at
ksrigdon@comcast.net.
E-mail your Holiday Events to submissions@chapelhillnews.net
Christmas in Lithia
NOVEMBER 13 - 14
The 25th Annual Christmas in Lithia Arts and Crafts show will
be even bigger and better this year with the addition of a busi-
ness expo. To be held November 13 and 14 from 10:00am to
5:00pm on Saturday and 12:00pm to 5:00pm on Sunday, the
show will be indoors at Lithia Springs High School. Admission
and parking are free. Handmade pottery, Christmas decora-
tions, paintings, photography, jewelry, and handmade clothing
will be featured at the show. Lithia Springs High School is located
at 2520 East County Line Road in Lithia Springs. Call 770-651-
6813 for more information and applications.

7424 Douglas Blvd.

(Former Rec Warehouse location)

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